True Girl Podcast

You can't be God-crazy or stand out and stand up for Jesus if you don't know Him and grow in your relationship with Him. Dannah Gresh calls Yancy to discuss why acknowledging that God is King in your life is so important.

Okay, you know that you need to be crazy for Jesus, and you know why it's important. But how do you do it? Dannah talks with Lorelle Phillips about what being God-crazy looks like.

What's the point of standing out and standing up for Jesus? So you get lots of attention? No! Dannah Gresh and Suzy Weibel talk about why it matters.

Do you ever feel pressured to fit in with everyone around you? You don't want to stick out! But when it comes to living for Jesus, standing out can be a good thing—because often what's considered "normal" doesn't agree with what the Bible says.

You spend a month every year celebrating Jesus' birth in a special way, but the fact that He became human, lived, died, and rose again should cause joy in your heart all year. One popular Christmas carol wasn't meant to be sung only at Christmas.

The best Christmas carols aren't only about Jesus' birth; they also talk about who He is and what He has done. Dannah Gresh explores the history of one such song.

Dannah talks about how one man turned frustrating circumstances to an opportunity to worship God, and how the carol he wrote went on to play a part in pausing a war.

Our gratitude should never end, because God’s goodness never ends. His love doesn’t fade when life gets messy, and His faithfulness won’t skip your generation. The same God who cared for your grandparents is the same God.

In the Bible, gates were really important. They weren’t just wooden doors or stone arches; they were symbols of protection and of entering into something new. Dannah and Staci talk about what it means to step through God’s gate with thanksgiving.

One of the scariest feelings is being left out. Have you ever walked into the lunchroom, tray in hand, and not had anyone to sit with? Everyone wants a place to belong, and Psalm 100:3 tells us that, no matter what, we do belong to God!

Gratitude isn’t just for the good days; in fact, it’s most powerful on the hard ones. Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph explain from Psalm 100 that gratitude always points you back to God, even when life doesn't make sense.

Everybody knows you’re supposed to give thanks and show gratitude to God. But have you ever wondered, “Why is it so important?” Then you’re in the right place. Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph are exploring Psalm 100, one verse at a time.

Did you know that singing can be a powerful reminder of God's character? The Israelites knew that. That's why they sang psalms as they approached Jerusalem.

We all sin. But God’s Word teaches us that no matter what we do, we can be forgiven. That's what Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph talk about today while they're on a very special walk.

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph are on a hayride at the Gresh farm . . . or at least they were. Mishaps are a great opportunity for another look at Psalm 119, as they see how important it is to obey God's Word.

Join Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph for a bonfire and s'mores! They learn how God's Word can bring comfort even in scary times.

Have you ever been in the woods when the fire dies down, and suddenly it’s hard to see through the darkness? That’s what it can feel like when you lose sight of God’s Word in your life.

Does understanding your Bible ever feel pretty hopeless? You’re not alone, but Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph hope to get you excited about God's Word! They're talking about practical truth from Psalm 119.

If you've ever cried yourself to sleep or wondered if things would ever feel okay again, this episode is for you. God’s Word promises that the night won’t last forever, and joy is on the way. And, Dannah Gresh has a very special surprise to share.

Have you ever sung praise to God when you really didn’t feel like it? When it’s dark outside—or dark inside your heart? Dannah and Staci take a night walk under the stars and talk about what it means to sing in the dark—and why God sometimes calls us

What do fainting goats and a Bible verse in Psalm 30 have in common? Well, they’ll both help you understand why, even when life feels really hard, Jesus is making everything sad come untrue.

Have you ever sung praise to God when you really didn’t feel like it? Dannah and Staci take a night walk under the stars and talk about what it means to sing in the dark—and why God sometimes calls us to do just that.

Sometimes life is sad. We suffer. So we’re going to follow a map . . . to joy! Real joy doesn’t mean pretending to be happy all the time. What does it mean? Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph dig into Psalm 30 to find out!

I hope you're joining us for the Kindness Challenge from Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph! They're back to read notes from some of the girls who have participated, and they'll talk about the motivation for kindness.

One study showed that about 50% of girls experience “relational aggression” every month. That needs to stop, and that's why Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph have a special challenge for you to work on with your mom.

If prayer ever feels difficult or you’re not sure what to say, this step will show you how simple and powerful it can be. Dannah Gresh will help us.

Truth isn’t just about knowing right from wrong; it’s about knowing who is right—Jesus. Dannah Gresh will help us explore what it means to truly know the truth

We’re taking a closer look at Scripture with the second step of the 4Z Method of Bible Study—Zoom In! . . . just like a detective examines clues.

Get ready to learn a simple but powerful way to study the Bible with the True Girl 4Z Method! Dannah Gresh introduces Step 1 today: zoom out to get context!

Have you ever gotten so angry that you felt like you couldn’t stop your yelling. The good news is that, with God’s help, you don’t have get that far.

Hardly anyone would say they think too much about themselves. But sometimes we really do! Find out why that has to change.

Today Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph look at faithfulness.

Dannah and Staci talk about how you can let God’s grace shine through your actions and make a lasting impact on others!

Dannah and Staci are going to look at what the Bible says about kindness and how we can learn to be more kind.

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph talk about what to do when you're tempted to do complain about waiting.

Have you ever felt stressed or anxious? Today, Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph are serving up the perfect recipe to calm your heart and help you stay steady.

When you hear the word “joy,” what do you think about? Flowers and sunshine? Christmas? Those are wonderful, but you can have joy even when life is difficult.

While Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph make a batch of banana bread, they dive into Galatians 5:22 to learn all about love. There's more to it than you think.

Do you have a favorite kind of fruit? You may want to grab some of it, because this season is all about fruit!

In this season we’ve talked about what it means to flourish. But what are some practical steps we can take to do that? And is it up to us?

Does it ever feel like you’re growing more slowly than other people around you? Maybe not physically, but spiritually?

Dannah and Staci are going to show us that with God’s help, we can bend but not break when the storms of life come.

Girls face lots of different kinds of struggles. But God’s Word teaches us that no matter what difficulties come our way, we can grow stronger every day.

The archeological findings of Esther's home, Susa, have provided some of the most thrilling evidence that the Bible really is accurate.

The King’s Gate is where we’ll gather today for the True Girl podcast.

In this season of the True Girl podcast, Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph are "Finding Esther" and helping us virtually explore her ancient home.

Do you know about all the archeological findings that support the historical accuracy of the book of Esther?

Corrie ten Boom was full of courage. Where did she learn that? Her own family taught her, because they all worked together to help people, even when risky.

Helen Roseveare was a doctor who served the Lord in a country that had cruel leaders who did not want her to help the people.

Today’s episode is about Maria Fearing. Just because Maria’s last name has the word “fear” in it doesn’t mean that word describes her!

Have you ever been on a boat? Betsey Stockton was on a boat . . . but not for an afternoon, a day, or a week. She was on a ship for five months! Why?

If your church sings from a hymnal, many of those songs were written by Fanny Crosby. Her life story is going to teach you so much about having joy in the hard.

This reading is called "Amy Carmichael: The Brown-Eyed Girl Who Learned to Pray" by Hunter Beless and illustrated by Heloise Mab.

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph are on their way home. They’re ready to get back, but they’re still having good conversations and listening to the best playlist

Did you know that the Bible is full of stories of crazy people? Yep, that's right! That sounds funny, but Dannah and Staci explain there's a good crazy.

What does it mean to delight in God? And what does that have to do with going on a hike? Dannah and Staci talk about that in this episode.

Have you ever wondered if being a girl is a good thing? Well, it is! Dannah and Staci explain why.

Have you ever struggled to understand your value? Lots of girls do. But God’s Word tells you something really important to help you with that.

Staci's in charge of the playlist today on the bus! She and Dannah are going to listen to a song that reminds us that we can show God's love to others.

God’s Word tells us His followers to live a life that looks different from the world—to stand out!

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph experience a little bit of suffering and talk about harder things they’ve known in life.

If you’ve ever been camping, you know that you always end up needing something you didn’t pack. Our needs are great opportunities to practice faithfulness.

If you’ve ever felt like your days are just repeating themselves, then this episode is for you.

Have you ever done the right thing but not as soon as you were supposed to do it? Staci Rudolph is experiencing the same kind of thing.

Ever wake up on the wrong side of the . . . camping tent? Staci Rudolph has. Dannah Gresh has some advice for how to respond to tough days.

Learn how to become a girl of faithfulness as you study the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus!! And hey, we’re going camping so grab your hiking boots!

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph look closely at Ruth's story to find what part God had in it. And they get a good workout while they're doing it!

The destination for today's adventure is Dannah's favorite. It includes yummy smoothies and fun music! Oh, and they'll learn about loyalty lesson #4.

Today you'll visit somewhere Staci has always wanted to go! While you're there, Dannah and Staci talk about loyalty lesson #3.

Have you ever felt really lonely? Ruth did too, and today Dannah and Staci are going to talk about what she did to fight that loneliness. It's what you can do,

Join Dannah and Staci over a cup of tea to look at Ruth 1. We'll also discuss loyalty lesson #1!

Ruth was a woman who lived in a foreign land, but even though it was hard, she was loyal to God. You can be a loyal girl, too!

You get dressed every day. Did you know that putting on the belt of truth every day will help you fight lies?

Today in the True Girl Truth Lab Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph will be teaching you another important part of lie detection: replacing a lie with truth.

Join them in the True Girl Truth Lab where we will learn how to recognize and identify lies.

Have you ever felt trapped by secret sin? Don’t worry! There’s something more powerful than Satan’s lies.

A sticky feeling that you feel all the time, every day, might be evidence that you believed a lie. Be careful! That can lead to sin.

From skyrocketing fear and anxiety to bullying on social media to feeling insecure about your body, the enemy’s lies are everywhere. How do you walk in freedom?

Do you ever make a mistake? Everyone does - including Miriam! Dannah and Staci tell that story and explain how God is still merciful, even when you mess up.

When God does something amazing, what should your response be?

Find out what to do when you're afraid.

Do you ever wonder if some people are just born courageous? Well, they aren't. Today Dannah and Staci explain why that's okay.

What does obedience have to do with courage?

Do you ever feel scared to stand up for what you know is right? If your answer is a big “yes”— this season of the True Girl podcast is for you.

Dannah and Staci explain why solving Bible mysteries is unlike any other detective story.

When it comes to the Bible, you can't just pick and choose what you like. Dannah and Staci discuss that today.

Do pizza toppings taste better separately or all together? Dannah and Staci talk about that today, but they're talking about more than pizza.

If the Bible was written over hundreds of years, then it wasn't always one book. Why and how did it turn into one?

Dannah and Staci go to a Bible museum to learn about how the Bible is translated and what you should watch out for when you're picking a version of it.

You never know if a cat is going to be cuddly or irritable. But unlike cats, the Bible never changes, and it is completely trustworthy!

What does a library have to do with the Bible? Join Dannah and Staci today as they pull out their magnifying glasses to look at who wrote the Bible.

Lots of people have questions about the Bible. Maybe you do, too! We believe you can trust the Bible and we want to help you with that.

Staci and Dannah watch the fireflies, eat messy s’mores, and talk about how Jesus provides light that will never be overcome by darkness!

God sees you, True Girl! And He cares about you!

On today’s episode, Staci and Dannah talk about what it means to really know God and listen to His voice.

On one of Dannah’s hardest days, God used a peahen named Roxy to show her how He sees her and protects her.

After hearing the story of the largest animal on Dannah’s farm, Staci is encouraged to know that God’s love for her is a “no matter what” kind of love.

Today’s episode will help you love others for what’s on the inside, not just what they look like on the outside.

Learn about the details of peacock feathers and one reason God made them the way He did. Hint: He loves it when you enjoy His creation!

Staci begins a journey of learning how the different animals on Dannah’s farm have taught her something about God. And it all begins with a rooster!

You'll discover how to set aside "feelings" of love and learn what it truly means to love boys in a godly way.

You can make one friend who is guaranteed never to let you down because His love never fails. Find out how to develop friendship with Jesus.

While it’s normal to have conflict with your brothers and sisters, God wants you to hope for something better!

Did you know that your mom is one of the best friends you’ll ever have?

Talking about the hurtful things someone has said about you is part of unlocking the pain and getting free from it.

Chances are, you know what it feels like to experience mean girl moments. You also might know what it’s like to boil over with jealousy, anger, or frustration.

Dannah and Staci say you could develop a friendship super power. Learn what it is, and watch your friendships grow.

Everyone struggles with friendships. Dannah and Staci will look to God's Word for help with loneliness.

If you want to be so full of God’s Truth that there’s no room for the world’s lies, you’re in the right place.

You’ll discover that the Bible teaches that the right kind of peer pressure can be actually very good.

Buckle up! We’re about to drive pretty far! Our destination: the Garden of Eden!

There’s really no better celebration to attend than one that honors our Savior!

Discover that being a true princess has little to do with what’s on the outside and a whole lot more to do with your heart.

Confession time: 81% of church-going girls age 7–12 say they are mean to their brothers and sisters. Uh oh! We might have a mean girl problem to fix.

Do you ever struggle to feel like you fit in? Dannah and Staci will explain why it's ok to be different from everyone else. They'll play you a song to help you.

Believe it or not the songs you listen to not only impact how you feel, but also what you believe! It’s important to listen to the right kind of songs.

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph unpack Ephesians 5:31–32 to help your daughter understand God’s purpose for marriage.

Let’s go stargazing. Today on the True Girl podcast, special guest Bob Gresh issues a dad+daughter challenge that’s out of this world!

What does a girl do to grow closer to Jesus?

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph direct girls and their dads to God’s Word to understand the value of both genders.

“My life would be better if I had a boyfriend.” That’s one of the biggest lies teen girls believe.

What is true love? Finding an answer in God's Word could be what helps your daughter say “no” to a ticket on “the boy-crazy train.”

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph turn to God’s Word to help your daughter and her father answer this question: what ingredients make the best kind of girl?

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph invite dads to do mission possible: use the Bible to explore the God-given differences of males and females.

Do you know just how much Jesus loves you? Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph bring Psalm 45 to life as a story.

A True Girl knows that true beauty is not determined by what you wear on the outside. It’s all about what you wear on the inside.

What’s friendship have to do with true beauty and bringing it under the control of God’s Spirit?

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph are gonna take the awkward right out of that difficult topic as we explore Truth or Bare Fashion!

Today we’ll explore a girl’s special superpower. Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph will teach you about the power of beauty.

Where does true beauty come from? To learn the Truth, you’ll have to drive further than the mall and search somewhere other than the Internet.

Dannah Gresh and Staci Rudolph unmask lies about our worth and the shocking price tag for today’s fake beauty.

In a world that promotes a standard of beauty that's unattainable, does your tween know she’s a masterpiece created by God?