Are you dealing with someone who's mean-spirited, manipulative, or narcissistic? Have you been praying for something for YEARS and God still hasn't answered? Do you feel stuck, alone, and wondering if God even sees you?

Hannah gets it.

In this powerful episode of Old Ladies Know Stuff, Rhonda Stoppe unpacks the story of Hannah from 1 Samuel 1-2—a woman who faced infertility, a narcissistic rival wife, and years of unanswered prayers. But her story doesn't end in despair—it ends in influence that shaped generations.

In this episode, you'll discover:

✨ How to recognize narcissistic behavior (in family members, friends, spouses, or even yourself) and what to do about it

✨ What to do when spiritual leaders let you down—and why church hurt shouldn't drive you away from God's people

✨ The power of persistent prayer—Hannah never stopped asking God for a child, and her faithfulness changed history

✨ How to find joy even when circumstances are painful—Hannah's secret wasn't her situation; it was her satisfaction in God alone

✨ Why keeping your promises to God matters—even when it doesn't make sense (like Hannah giving Samuel back to Eli, who wasn't exactly father-of-the-year material)

✨ The difference between being a consumer of church and being part of the body—Rhonda gets real about why watching online isn't enough

This episode is for you if:

• You're in a relationship with a narcissist and feel trapped
• You've been praying for something and God keeps saying "not yet"
• Someone in your life is mean, manipulative, or constantly making you feel small
• You've been hurt by church leaders and are tempted to walk away
• You're waiting for God to answer a prayer and wondering if He even hears you
• You need a reminder that your identity isn't in your circumstances—it's in Christ alone

Rhonda gets vulnerable about her own experience living with a narcissistic sister, shares powerful insights about how to set boundaries, and reminds us that faithful motherhood isn't about what we DO for our children—it's about how we lean into God through the journey.

Hannah's story proves that what you're walking through right now isn't wasted. Someone is watching. And your faithfulness in the hard seasons will become a legacy that outlasts you.

Listen now and let Hannah's story of persistent prayer, unshakable joy, and patient waiting inspire you to keep trusting God—even when life feels unfair.

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

Have you ever whispered to yourself at night, "I'll be a better mom tomorrow"—but tomorrow never comes?

Maybe you're carrying guilt from your past. Decisions you regret. Sins you're ashamed of. Things you wish you could go back and undo.

And you wonder: Can God really use someone like me?

In this powerful episode of Old Ladies Know Stuff, Rhonda Stoppe introduces Chapter 1 of her new book Moms of the Bible: Life-Changing Lessons from the Fearless, Flawed and Faithful by unpacking the incredible story of Rahab the prostitute—a woman with the shadiest past imaginable who became part of Jesus' family line.

In this episode, you'll discover:

✨ Why Rahab is called "the harlot" throughout Scripture—and what that means for moms who feel defined by their past

✨ How a prostitute became a hero of the faith mentioned in Hebrews 11 and the lineage of King David and Jesus

✨ The woman at the well's story—why Jesus went out of His way to meet her in her shame and how He turned her into the first evangelist

✨ What "though your sins are as scarlet, He will wash them white as snow" actually means for your motherhood today

✨ Why Satan wants you to stay stuck in shame—and how to break free from regrets that hold you back

✨ How God uses "shady ladies" to raise world-changers—proving that your past doesn't disqualify you from faithful motherhood

This episode is for you if:

• You're carrying shame from past sins and wonder if God can still use you
• You've made decisions you deeply regret and feel disqualified from being a "good mom"
• You're struggling with the lie that you're not worthy of God's calling
• You need to know that redemption is real—and available to YOU today

Rhonda vulnerably shares why she would have been the woman at the well without Jesus, and how studying these biblical "shady ladies" gave her hope that no matter what your past looks like, God's grace is bigger.

Here's the truth: Romans 5:8 says God showed His love for us while we were still sinners. You don't have to clean yourself up first. Jesus meets you in your mess and washes you clean.

Your past doesn't define you. Your Savior does.

Listen now and discover the fearless faith that cleanses all sin and shame.

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

Are you a single woman praying God will bring the right person? Or a mom watching your son or daughter date someone and thinking, "Please, Lord, don't let them marry that person"?

This episode is for BOTH of you.

In this powerful conversation, Rhonda Stoppe draws from 44 years of marriage, raising four married children, and mentoring countless couples to share the hard-won wisdom every single woman—and every worried mama—needs to hear about choosing a spouse.

For Singles: You've heard all the advice about "waiting on God" and "trusting His timing." But what does choosing wisely actually look like? How do you know if the guy you're dating is the man you should marry? And what red flags are you ignoring because you're tired of being alone?

For Moms: Your daughter is head-over-heels for a guy who gives you pause. Or your son is dating someone you're not sure about. How do you guide without controlling? When should you speak up? And how do you pray effectively when you see warning signs they don't?

In this episode, Rhonda tackles:

• The difference between godly attraction and settling out of loneliness
• Red flags that predict marital disaster (chemistry can't overcome these)
• Green flags that actually matter (hint: it's not how romantic he is)
• Why "equally yoked" means more than just both being Christians
• The questions that MUST be asked before engagement—about faith, finances, family, and the future
• What missionary dating is—and why it never works
• How moms can guide their adult children without pushing them away
• When to speak up about concerns—and how to do it with grace
• What to do when your child won't listen to your warnings

Whether you're praying for your own future spouse or interceding for your child's relationship, this episode will equip you with biblical wisdom, practical discernment, and the courage to have hard conversations.

Because the choice made at the altar shapes everything that follows. Choose wisely, friend—or help the ones you love choose wisely. Eternity hangs in the balance.

CALL TO ACTION

📖 Want to go deeper?

• Grab Rhonda's book Real Life Romance for more biblical wisdom on marriage
• Check out Moms of the Bible for encouragement in your motherhood journey

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Your marriage matters. Your child's marriage matters. Let's choose wisely—together.

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”