Behind the Bliss Podcast

In this episode, Mary Scott and Rachel fill in everyone on all of the new life changes. From moving into a new house, welcoming husbands home from deployment and starting new careers, they talk about it all! They also share how the Lord has been at work in the midst of all of it and they have a quick update on what you can expect from the podcast this season. Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/21

In today’s episode, Mary Scott talks with a new friend, Alexandra Kaval! Aly is a wife, entrepreneur and a Christian Life Coach! We talk about her journey from dealing with life’s insecurities to learning more about how God uniquely created her to live. This journey fueled her passion to become a coach, and come alongside other women who desire to learn more about themselves and the skills they need to confidently walk out the plan God has for their lives! Curious about Christian coaching? Listen in to episode 62 to hear Alexandra coach Rachel! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/20

Wedding photographer, Jessi Nichols, joins Rachel to chat about life, her thriving photography business and most importantly: rest. This episode is geared towards the do-ers, the people that thrive with todo lists and the ones that know the “busy” lifestyle well. Jessi shares bits and pieces of what she's learned over the past few years about true rest, what it looks like (practically and spiritually) and how we can practice intentional rest in our everyday lives to avoid burnout and frustration. We hope you listen and feel encouraged, convicted and excited to find new ways to rest and worship in your life! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/19 Behind the Bliss on Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Jessi Nichols on Instagram: instagram.com/jessimnichols

In this episode, Rachel and Mary Scott sit down with a friend with a powerful story. Holly Christine Hayes shares her story and journey through sex trafficking, addiction and meeting God in a public bathroom and a stolen Bible. Her story is a radical one of redemption and goes to prove, you can never be too far away for God to rescue you. Holly is an award-winning author, world-renowned recovery ministry expert, and founder + CEO of Sanctuary Project, a community of advocates bringing hope and healing to survivors of trafficking, violence, and addiction. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/18 Behind the Bliss Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast The Sanctuary Project: www.instagram.com/sanctuary_project/ Holly's Instagram: www.instagram.com/hollychristinehayes/

In this episode, Mary Scott talks with Courtney Wilson. Courtney Wilson is a millennial writer with a passion for leading leaders, developing dreams in this generation and helping others live out their God-given purpose. She does marketing and advertising full time along with her side passion projects. We talk about her book, It Is Written which is all about taking the Word of God to defeat the lies of the enemy. Cannot wait for you to listen! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/17 Behind The Bliss Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast

This week, Rachel sits down with David Curran, a financial wellness coach in Birmingham, AL. They talk all things "money" from spending to saving, budgets to communication and accountability. It's all here. David gets to the root of Kingdom-minded finances and what makes them different from the world's standards. If you want to set, work towards, and reach financial goals or just get a peek at financial freedom, this episode is for you. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/16

In this episode, Mary Scott sits down her with friend Lauren Hooker. Lauren is a pastors wife, a new mom and creator and founder of Elle & Company. Elle & Company exists to help you create a stunning first impression online. Lauren loves helping other people bring their dreams of owning a business and pursuing their passions on their own terms. We talk about how finding balance in life is really not a thing, and how to prioritize what is most important. We also dive into all the fun updates Lauren is doing to her fixer upper house, and what it means to create a life giving home. Thanks for listening! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/15

In this moving episode, Rachel talks with this week's guest, Laurie Ann Kendrick about the way the Holy Spirit presents itself in our lives and how we can find wholeness, comfort and joy from knowing the Holy Spirit. Laurie Ann speaks to the heart of those that may have been wounded by parents, friends, and others and leads listeners through a process to find inner healing and freedom moving forward. You won't want to miss this! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/14

In today’s episode, Mary Scott sits down with Terri Flannagan! Terri is a wife and mom, and while she’s had many side hustles in ministry and business consulting, her dreams and passions collided in 2018 as the Co-founder of Ember CLT, a quarterly worship gathering for women in Charlotte, NC. Terri is a people gatherer at heart, providing space for people in all her pockets to come together.  She feels a deep call on her and her families life to gather people and show them gospel centered love.

In this episode, Mary Scott and Rachel answer some frequently asked questions from listeners! Here are some of the topics: I’m looking for a devotional book or app to help me get back into a routine of spending time with Jesus // What’s the best way to stay on top of devotionals and journaling while in college? What did the process look like for Rachel and Thomas, Mary Scott and Daniel look like? Advice for thinking about marriage. What advice would you give a single woman who longs for a godly husband and marriage? What advice do you have for a girl that has gotten off track with her relationship with God? How did you and Rachel meet? Why did you choose to start a podcast? What is the hardest part of podcasting? What are your favorite things to do in Birmingham and Savannah? Advice for how to have a Sabbath, especially in a busy season? How do you continue to press towards the Lord when His promises seem slow and you’re just trying to get by? Show Notes:https://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/2018/8/1/ask-us-anything-part-one-with-mary-scott-and-rachel-episode-12 BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast/ Mary Scott Instagram: instagram.com/maryscottmercer/ Rachel Instagram: instagram.com/rachel.awtrey/

In this episode, Rachel chats with her friend Gianna about the difference between feeling loved and being loved. Gianna mentions the season in her life where rejection was “knocking and banging at her door” and how she overcame the feelings of rejection by finding acceptance first by the Father, knowing how she feels loved by others and then bravely communicating this to the people she loves. Show Notes: https://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/11

Mary Scott and this week's guest, Whitney McIntosh, journey through what it looks like to find your identity in Christ before anything else. They ask the tough questions and make you ponder on what you hold close to your heart and who you call yourself. Whitney shares her story of when she thought "God benched her" from life and takes us through her season of finding true identity in Him. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/10

This week, Rachel shares her heart on overcoming our problems and finding victory in the midst of our hindrances using a neat twist on perspective in the story of David and Goliath. Her convicting message on making our problems bigger than they deserve leaves you with an adrenaline rush of encouragement, a "let's do this thing" attitude and a triumphant heart. We pray this episode leaves you more bold and brave to throw aside your hinderances and run your race well. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/09

Rachel chats with wedding photographer, Sophie Lindler, about what it takes to chase dreams and find your purpose behind your God-given passions. Sophie shares what it’s like behind her bliss as a photographer and the road it took to get to where she is now. Rachel asks about how she overcomes comparison, competition and all of the other unglamorous parts that come with Kingdom-minded-business. Her marriage and love story, recent travels to Europe to shoot a wedding, and her current favorites leave you giggling, and propelled to chase that dream you’ve always wanted. Enjoy! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/08

In this episode, Mary Scott interviews her friend Paige Straarup. Paige shares what it has been like living in South Africa after she and Brad's world was flipped upside down after their honeymoon. We talk about what it means to "work your wait" in seasons that are hard and don't make sense. She puts up with Mary Scott as she asks silly questions about what life is like in Africa, and you will leave this episode so deeply encouraged. Thanks for listening! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/07