Confidence in God with Julie McGhghy
Welcome to a Place for Growing Confidence in God
As people of faith, we sometimes find that while we believe in God, we struggle to fully trust in His work in our own lives. This is a space created to help you build a deeper, more personal confidence in God's love, promises, and purpose for you.
Episodes
32 episodes
The Roller Coaster Revisited: Blessings, Consequences, and the Power of Hearkening
Have you experienced the blessings of hearkening unto God, or felt the consequences of choosing not to? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy continues her study on hearkening, diving into Psalm 81, Genesis 26, an...
Tired of the Spiritual Roller Coaster? The Answer Is Hearkening
Do you sometimes feel like your walk with God is a spiritual roller coaster — full of highs and lows, with the downs coming a whole lot faster than the ups? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy uncovers ...
Envy, Distraction, and the Narrow Road: Asaph's Warning for Us Today
Are you overwhelmed by the choices life puts in front of you? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy simplifies the path forward by exploring Jesus' teaching in Matthew 7:13-14 — the narrow road that leads...
The Key to Unlocking the Power of Jesus' Name
Have you ever wondered what truly unlocks the power of Jesus' name? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy takes you on a journey through scripture to explore the extraordinary power found in the name of J...
Rest in Him: Avoiding Burnout in a Busy Life
Have you ever found yourself running on empty — overwhelmed by deadlines, endless to-do lists, and the pressure to do it all? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy shares a candid and relatable look at burnout — w...
When God Parts the Waters: Faith for Impossible Situations
Have you ever wondered what possessed the apostle Peter to think he could walk on water?In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the deep roots of Peter's bold faith — and what it means for u...
Praising God Beyond Words and Deeds
Have you ever felt like your praise just doesn't measure up to the greatness God deserves? In this episode, Julie shares a perspective God dropped into her heart that reframes what it truly means to praise Him — and it goes far beyond what we d...
How Faith Grows: Two Simple Steps from God's Word
Have you ever cried out to God, "Lord, give me more faith"? You're not alone — even the apostles made the same request. In this episode of the Confidence in God Podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores what the Bible tells us about how faith actual...
God's Footstool: How Creation Draws Us Closer to Him
Have you ever had a day when you were so aware of God's presence that you couldn't stop praising Him? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy shares a personal experience of walking through an ordinary day with an e...
Be Still: God Will Fight for You
In times of extreme conflict and uncertainty, God calls us to be still and trust His sovereignty. In this episode, we explore what it means to obey God's command to "be still" and how His faithfulness fights our battles when we choose trust ove...
Prayers Answered Through My Mother's Dementia
Have you ever prayed persistently for years, only to miss God's answer when it finally comes? In this episode, Julie shares a powerful revelation God gave her after her mother's passing—that He had faithfully answered prayers she'd been praying...
Finding Peace Through Dementia: A Testimony of God's Goodness
In this deeply personal testimony, host Julie McGhghy shares how God transformed what seemed like the worst diagnosis into an unexpected blessing. When her mother was diagnosed with dementia just over a year ago, it appeared to be a devastating...
Confident in God: The Strong Man Parable Unfolded
Have you ever skipped over a Bible verse because it seemed too obvious? Julie shares how God surprised her with unexpected depth in the Parable of the Strong Man's House — a "flyover verse" she'd always dismissed.Discover why Jesus is st...
Feeling Inadequate? God Equips You Anyway
Do you sometimes feel inadequate to do the things you feel God calling you to do? This episode is a celebration of gratitude and an encouragement for anyone who feels inadequate to do what God is calling them to do. Host Julie McGhghy shares th...
The Real Meaning of Peace: Lessons from Scripture and Life
Welcome to the Confidence in God podcast with your host, Julie McGhghy! In this episode, we explore what it truly means for Jesus to be our Prince of Peace—not just during the Christmas season, but every day of our lives.In this episo...
God Remembers—And Everything Changes
Welcome to the Confidence in God podcast with your host, Julie McGhghy! In this episode, we explore the powerful biblical theme of what happens when God remembers. Far from simply recalling information, God’s remembrance is an act of faithfulne...
The Struggle to Forgive and Forget—A Biblical Perspective
Struggling with the idea of “forgive and forget”? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy dives deep into what the Bible really says about forgiveness. Discover why God’s standard isn’t about erasing memories, but a...
The Power of a Stirred Spirit: Praying and Acting on God’s Will
Welcome to the Confidence in God podcast with your host, Julie McGhghy! In this episode, Julie explores how God stirs up our spirits to proclaim His will and act on His purposes, drawing inspiration from the minor prophets and her own experienc...
Spiritual Growth Through the Seasons: Embracing God’s Rest
In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the powerful connection between the natural seasons and our spiritual journey. Drawing inspiration from the changing trees of the Midwest, Julie unpacks how Spring, S...
From Apprehension to Action: Following God’s Will
In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the profound message behind the Apostle Paul’s words in Philippians 3:12—what it means to be “apprehended by Christ” and how we can pursue God’s unique purpose for ou...
Becoming a Vessel of Honor: The Power of Choice in God’s Plan
In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the profound topic of free will and the power of choice in God’s plan. Drawing from biblical examples like Moses, Pharaoh, Nabal, and Abigail, Julie discusses what it...
Reacting to Salvation: To Cling or To Go
In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores how people react after receiving salvation. Through the stories of the man delivered from demons in Mark 5 and the Samaritan woman at the well in John 4, Julie highli...
Religion vs. Christianity: Living the Difference
In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the important distinction between religion and Christianity. Drawing from personal experiences, biblical examples, and cultural observations, Julie discusses how reli...
Wearing the Life Jacket: Extra Steps for Spiritual Safety
This episode of the Confidence in God podcast, hosted by Julie McGhghy, explores how to walk with confidence in God by sometimes going beyond the literal requirements of scripture. Julie discusses her favorite groups from the Bible—the Rechabit...