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Thrive in the Mess Podcast

Lisa Hutchcraft Whitmer shares faith-filled encouragement and honest conversations to help you find hope in everyday chaos.

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May 7, 2026

Finding Peace & Hope in a World of Bad News: Celebrating 1 Year of Thrive in the Mess

In a world overflowing with uncertain and anxious headlines, where can we find peace and hope? Surrounded by constant …
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April 28, 2026

Single Mom Life: Help & Hope for Moving Forward - with Single Mom & Author Cheryl

Single mom life.  With all the ups and downs in life, becoming a single mom hits hard for any woman. Life can quickly …
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April 9, 2026

Bad News from the Doctor: Finding Peace in a Health Crisis

Cancer twice. Stroke in the basement.  Coping with bad news from the doctor, it’s hard to find peace. Host Lisa …
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March 4, 2026

Help and Hope for Walking Through Depression: Will’s Journey

Write your descriptionDepression can be crippling. Meet Will, Lisa’s guest, who has walked through depression.  Don’t …
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February 18, 2026

Naked & Ashamed: Looking for Love in all the Wrong Places – Coreen’s Story of Hope

In this raw and powerful episode, “Naked and Ashamed: Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places”, Coreen shares how she …
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February 4, 2026

Finding Hope After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis - Nancy's Journey

In this heartfelt episode, Lisa's friend Nancy shares her honest and deeply personal journey after receiving a breast …
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January 21, 2026

"I Created a Monster with my Lifestyle” - From the Streets to Hope: Justin’s Story

“I created a monster with my lifestyle.” Justin tells the raw and honest truth about his past—gangs, anger, and lost …
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January 7, 2026

“God, where were you?” - Hope After Fear & Sexual Abuse, with Dino and Nanette

Lisa is honored to have her friends, Dino and Nanette join her on this episode.  An amazing married couple - as two …
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December 17, 2025

Family Group Chat: 2 Brothers & a Sister - The Chaos & Fun of Adult Sibling Life

Adult sibling relationships don’t come with a manual – but they shape our lives in powerful ways. This episode explores …
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December 3, 2025

The Road to the Manger: The Epic Origin Story Leading to the Birth of Jesus

As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, have you ever wondered: - Why was Jesus born?   - Did anyone know to expect His …
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November 19, 2025

Feeling Broken at the Holidays? Encouragement & Peace from Lisa’s friend Dr. Kelly

Help for the Holidays is Here Feeling Broken at the Holidays? Loss? Stress? Anxiety? Family tension?   The holidays can …
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November 5, 2025

A Family For Me: Robert & Jessica's Journey | Foster Care, Adoption & International Special Needs

Eight hearts, four cultures, one incredible story of family. What a powerful journey of how one couple’s open hearts …
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October 22, 2025

A Daughter & Her Dad - The Laughs, Losses, & Lessons | with Special Guest: Her Dad, Ron Hutchcraft

Special Dad / Daughter episode! Lisa invited her Dad, Ron Hutchcraft, to talk about some of the messes he's walked …
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October 15, 2025

When Your Children Have Hope & You Don’t | Cristina’s Story: “Wished I Could Run Away”

What happens when your children lead you to God? This mom’s story is honest and full of hope. It’s never too late to …
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October 8, 2025

The Empty Nest: Launching Your Young Adult Child | With Lisa & Special Guest, Her Husband Rick

Empty Nest!   When your children are young, it's unthinkable they might someday leave the home.   And yet, 18 years can …
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