Christian Life Coaching for Women with Terry Deason | Healthy Relationships, Personal Awareness, Biblical Encouragement, Betrayal, Trusting God
Have you been hurt or betrayed?
Are you wondering where God is in your life?
Are you physically and emotionally exhausted?
In this podcast, you will find….a SAFE place, a Christian perspective on tough topics, and someone who will shoot straight with you.
My mission is to point you back to God, help you take the next right step on your journey, and introduce people, tools and resources to help you right where you are.
If you’re ready to take just one little step, I will come alongside shining a light for you to keep moving forward
Hi, I’m Terry. Wife, mother, grandmother, artist, scientist and Bible teacher. I was wounded! A wound that was too big, too much! God knew, and pulled me really close. He told me “the truth would set me free”. He was gracious and patient as he walked with me to healing.
I tried to carry all of my hurt alone for over a decade! I was overwhelmed, struggling, and exhausted.
I finally realized I had to get help. I had to talk about what was going on in my life. I had to trust others to speak into my pain, to help me release the burden I was carrying. I had to take one step at a time to the life God intended for me.
I focused on what I needed. I found safe people who could help me heal. My relationships healed and I learned about me, the woman God created.
If you’re ready to stop doing life alone, to let God direct your journey, and to release that burden you’ve been carrying….this podcast is for you!
Take my hand….let’s walk down the road together. You’re worth it dear one!
Episodes
11 hours ago
11 hours ago
10 min
Today's podcast asks listeners to align their decisions to stand with God. We must consider what we believe and what we value in order to make wise decisions.
Using the story of the Fiery Furnace from Daniel Chapter 3, Terry discusses how today's idols may not be those cast from gold. They may be in the form of AI or other technology. What do you need to be aware of in your life?
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Remember: You don't have to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and there is hope for your next step
Sep 15, 2026
Sep 15, 2026
16 min
Today's episode is a Sabbath Walk experience. Terry shares the beautiful things she saw and felt on a walk with God that led to praise and reflection on our relationship with the creator.
Scripture references:
1 Kings 6:18
The inside of the temple was cedar, carved with gourds and open flowers. Everything was cedar; no stone was to be seen.
John 9:4
As long as it is day, we must do the works of him who sent me. Night is coming, when no one can work.
Lamentations 3:22-23
Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
Psalm 148
What's Next?
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be walking through a difficult season.
For coaching opportunities, workshops, and retreats, visit Illuminate the Path.
Remember: You don't have to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and there is hope for the next step
For your listening this week....
What If by Consumed by Fire
Sep 8, 2026
Sep 8, 2026
16 min
We all have difficult situations in life, from the small to the BIG, overwhelming things.
In today's episode, Terry discusses the thoughts of the psalmist in Psalm 42. Water images throughout the psalm take us through the rapids and under a waterfall. Sounds about right! Relax, surrender and know that our God and savior is our hope in all of these difficult situations.
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What's Next?
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be walking through a difficult season.
For coaching opportunities, workshops, and retreats, visit Illuminate the Path.
Remember: You don't have to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and there is hope for the next step
For your listening this week....
Shane and Shane Psalm 42
Sep 1, 2026
Sep 1, 2026
21 min
Today's episode is the conclusion of Terry's interview with
Shelby Toyo, Director of Grandi Nan Nou Home Ministries in Haiti.
Shelby is a wife, mom to three and is living out her calling to minister to those in need in Haiti. She shares that her passions and the deepest need of those around her were where God called her. She and her husband, Jameson, are building a more resilient and thriving community every day.
Please visit their website for more information and to support GNN ministries. Sign up for their newsletter so you will get prayer requests and also support them with donations. You can find their ministry on Facebook and share with friends! Do whatever God is calling you to do!
Registration for the Fan into Flame Retreat, Sept 25-27 is open, claim your spot now!!!
What's Next?
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be walking through a difficult season.
For coaching opportunities, workshops, and retreats, visit Illuminate the Path.
Remember: You don't have to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and there is hope for the next step
Aug 25, 2026
Aug 25, 2026
17 min
In today's episode, Terry interviews Shelby Toyo, Director of Grandi Nan Nou Home Ministries in Haiti.
Shelby is a wife, mom to three and is living out her calling to minister to those in need in Haiti. She shares that her passions and the deepest need of those around her were where God called her. She and her husband, Jameson, are building a more resilient and thriving community every day.
Please visit their website for more information and to support GNN ministries. Sign up for their newsletter so you will get prayer requests and also support them with donations. You can find their ministry on Facebook and share with friends! Do whatever God is calling you to do!
Registration for the Fan into Flame Retreat, Sept 25-27 is open, claim your spot now!!!
What's Next?
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be walking through a difficult season.
For coaching opportunities, workshops, and retreats, visit Illuminate the Path.
Remember: You don't have to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and there is hope for the next step
Aug 18, 2026
Aug 18, 2026
15 min
In today's episode Terry discusses how our body reacts to different nervous systems. An overview of the sympathetic nervous system and the dorsal vagal system is key to understanding what is going on in our bodies when we are overwhelmed.
Terry shares information about the Window of Tolerance as described in Audi Kolber's "Try Softer".
Scripture References in today's episode:
Exodus 14:14 The Lord will fight for you, you need only be still
Registration for the Fan into Flame Retreat, Sept 25-27 is open, claim your spot now!!!
What's Next?
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be walking through a difficult season.
For coaching opportunities, workshops, and retreats, visit Illuminate the Path.
Remember: You don't have to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and there is hope for the next step
Aug 11, 2026
Aug 11, 2026
15 min
Today's episode explores scripture that focus on what a Christian can do when they are facing overwhelming circumstances.
Whether that is financial or relational overwhelm, God has a plan for His children. We can weather any storm when we are rooted deep in His love and His plan for our lives.
Terry shares how overwhelm in our lives may feel like the Israelites wandering in the desert.
Scripture focus for this episode:
John 7:37-38
Isaiah 58:11
Habakkuk 3:17-19
Jeremiah 17:7-8
What's Next?
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be walking through a difficult season.
For coaching opportunities, workshops, and retreats, visit Illuminate the Path.
Registration for the Fan into Flame Retreat, Sept 25-27 is open, claim your spot now!!!
Remember: You don't have to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and there is hope for the next step
Aug 4, 2026
Aug 4, 2026
18 min
In today's episode Terry shares a story about a recent encounter she had that God told her she didn't handle well. She admits her wrong and has a positive outcome.
Scripture from I Samuel 25 overviews the story of Nabal and Abigail and their encounters with David and his men. It's a story that could have had a totally different outcome if Abigail had not acted justly and spoken with kind words.
Abigail changed the course of history and perhaps you will too!
Scripture references for today's podcast:
I Samuel 25:2-42
I Thessalonians 5:1
What's Next?
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be walking through a difficult season.
For coaching opportunities, workshops, and retreats, visit Illuminate the Path.
Registration for the Fan into Flame Retreat, Sept 25-27 is open, claim your spot now!!!
Remember: You don't have to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and there is hope for the next step
Jul 28, 2026
Jul 28, 2026
12 min
Today's episode is a return to episode 5, which was Terry's podcast launch episode. She shares how this podcast came to be and how obedience in even the small things matters to God.
I hope you'll enjoy a listen, a new episode will drop next Tuesday morning
What's Next?
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be walking through a difficult season.
For coaching opportunities, workshops, and retreats, visit Illuminate the Path.
Registration for the Fan into Flame Retreat, Sept 25-27 is open, claim your spot now!!!
Remember: You don't have to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and there is hope for the next step
Jul 21, 2026
Jul 21, 2026
12 min
In today's episode Terry shares some thoughts on faith in God, being protected every moment by God and being satisfied in God.
There is a promise that we will be sheltered by God if we choose to hold onto Him in all we do.
What's Next?
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be walking through a difficult season.
For coaching opportunities, workshops, and retreats, visit Illuminate the Path.
Registration for the Fan into Flame Retreat, Sept 25-27 is open, claim your spot now!!!
Remember: You don't have to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and there is hope for the next step







