
Trade a Lie for a Truth
heidileeanderson
Show overview
Trade a Lie for a Truth has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 55 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 30 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence, with the show now in its 2nd season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 30 min and 40 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Religion & Spirituality show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 weeks ago, with 17 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2024, with 22 episodes published. Published by heidileeanderson.
From the publisher
Did God *really* say He’d use all things for His glory + your good? Doesn’t look that good to me... Did He *really* say peace is possible? I wouldn’t hold your breath... Did God *really* say He’d never leave you? Well then... where is He? And did God *really* say He’d give you rest? Because (no offense) you look pretty tired + defeated to me... Bottom line: Our enemy is out to kill our peace, destroy our faith, and steal our hope. How? By planting lies in our minds in hopes we take the bait. Good news for us though: Jesus came to set us free, and ”if we abide in His Word, we’ll know the truth + the truth will set us free” (John 8:32).This is the show for you if you’re ready to pick up the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, and stand firm in the truth, defusing every fiery dart and seizing that abundant life Jesus always gives. Join host Heidi Lee Anderson, popular social media creator and author of P.S. It’s Gonna Be Good, episode by episode as we Trade a Lie for a Truth.
Latest Episodes
View all 55 episodesIs My Marriage Even Worth It Anymore? | with Steven Curtis Chapman + Mary Beth Chapman
I’ve Lost Who I Was Meant to Be... | with Jo Saxton
I Can Just Ignore My Pain… Right? | with Willow Weston
The Lie: I Love Jesus… But I’m Not Holy | with Tasha Calvert
Why Are Fewer Women Going to Church? The Lie They’re Believing| with Jen Oshman
Ep 44What if "I'm not a morning person" is actually a lie? | with Jennifer Dukes Lee
Not a morning person? Think again. In this episode, bestselling author and speaker Jennifer Dukes Lee joins us to challenge the common lie that mornings are only for disciplined, early-rising people. Drawing from her study of over 200 mornings in the Bible, Jennifer reveals how God meets us in every sunrise—no matter when or how we wake up. We dive into morning rituals (not routines), uncover the concept of Morning Archetypes, and explore simple, practical ways to transform your mornings from panic to peace. Whether you’re a night owl, an early riser, or somewhere in between, this conversation will help you let go of the pressure to “get it right” and embrace the mercy that meets you right where you are. By the end, we'll see that mornings aren’t a performance—they’re a meeting place, and we are all morning people in God’s eyes. Connect with Jennifer Dukes Lee: https://jenniferdukeslee.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdukeslee Her new release, How to Love Your Mornings: https://rstyle.me/+4vuVKkkCLfVSpLX9o-aFNw Her new Bible Study, How to Love Your Mornings: https://rstyle.me/+9QEoNYQQpkwJceXtwQqr_w Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson/ 100-Day Devotional, All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w
Ep 43From Trans to Transformed | with Kyla Gillespie
Do you know someone who feels at war with their own body? Someone who loves God but feels deeply confused about who they are? Or maybe it's you who wishes you were someone else—someone designed differently. In today’s episode, we’re trading the lie that peace comes from becoming someone else for the truth that real healing begins when we respond to God’s invitation to return to Him. Author and speaker @kylagillespie joins me to share her deeply personal story of wrestling with gender confusion, transitioning, and ultimately detransitioning as God called her back to Himself. You don't want to miss this conversation about identity, surrender, and the hope God offers when we feel lost or divided within ourselves.... not to mention Kyla's wisdom for parents, friends, and church leaders walking alongside someone navigating questions around gender and identity. If you or someone you love is wrestling with these questions, this conversation is filled with honesty, compassion, and the reminder that real peace isn’t found in becoming someone else—but in returning to the God who made you. Connect with Kyla Gillespie: https://kylagillespie.com/kyla-gillespie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylagillespie.14 Her new release, TransFormed: https://rstyle.me/+JPmJzdbMTz008Re8lYMnSg Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson/ 100-Day Devotional, All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w Passion Week Family Devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/travelpassionweek
Ep 42I Just Don’t Get the Bible | with Kelly Needham
Have you ever opened your Bible with the best intentions—only to feel confused a few minutes later? Maybe you’ve quietly wondered, I just don’t get the Bible. In this episode, we’re trading the lie that Scripture is too complicated for the truth that you can study the Bible with confidence and joy—and discover the living God who speaks through its pages. Author, speaker, and podcast host Kelly Needham joins me to talk about why so many believers feel intimidated by the Bible and how that narrative can change. Kelly shares practical tools to help you approach Scripture with curiosity and confidence, move beyond simply checking a spiritual box, and begin encountering God through His Word. If you’ve ever felt behind, unsure where to start, or discouraged in your Bible reading, this conversation is for you. Because the Bible isn’t a test you pass or fail—it’s an invitation to know God. Connect with Kelly Needham: https://kellyneedham.com Women's Bible Study, See For Yourself: https://rstyle.me/+iuTUrgmgXxjv9e9L38se4g Men's Bible Study, See For Yourself: https://rstyle.me/+G247_JIBFT0SE9iS_-dGMg Jimmy and Kelly's Podcast: https://www.jimmyandkelly.com Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson/ 100-Day Devotional, All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w Passion Week Family Devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/travelpassionweek
Ep 41Waiting for the Light at the End of the Tunnel | with Chad Roberts
Ever found yourself thinking, “I’ll be okay once this is over”? Once the grief lifts, the diagnosis changes, the prayer's finally answered... you know, once you see the light at the end of the tunnel? But what if the tunnel feels long… or endless? In this episode, we’re trading the lie “I’ll see the light when I get to the end of the tunnel” for the truth that you can see the Light God even in the darkness. Pastor and author Chad Roberts joins me to share his powerful story of unexpectedly losing his eyesight and discovering what it really means to trust God when life literally and figuratively goes dark. If you’re in a season where prayers feel unanswered or the future feels uncertain, this conversation is for you. Let's find together how God doesn’t wait for the darkness to lift before He meets us there. Because even in the dark, you can still see God. Connect with Chad: Book, Blind Faith: https://rstyle.me/+GhaJjsAABmJn8STv08EPtQ Awakened to Grace: https://awakenedtograce.com/home/chadroberts/ Church, Preaching Christ Church: https://preachingchristchurch.com Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson/ 100-Day Devotional, All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w Passion Week Family Devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/travelpassionweek
Ep 40The Lie That Faith Gets Easier (and Mature Christians Don’t Struggle) | with Kristen LaValley
Ever found yourself thinking, ‘I’ve followed Jesus for years—why does this still feel hard?’ If that question has crossed your mind, you’re not alone. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Kristen LaValley, author of Growing Up Saved, who shares how saying the sinner’s prayer at a young age eventually led to deeper questions, seasons where faith felt heavy, and the guilt grew stronger. Yet Kristen gently reminds us we can bring our real questions to a God who isn’t intimidated by them, but holds all the answers. As we do, we'll find how He uses it to deepen our roots in Him even further. Together, let's learn how to shift from something to prove to something simply received, how to sit with questions without fearing them, and what it looks like to keep trusting God when you don’t have all the answers. God isn’t asking you to have it all figured out—just to keep walking with Him, one honest, faithful step at a time. Connect with Kristen LaValley: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristen.lavalley Website: https://www.kristenlavalley.com/ Book, Growing Up Saved: https://rstyle.me/+bowETlUF86x1H4hjQvCeYw Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson/ 100-Day Devotional, All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w Passion Week Family Devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/travelpassionweek
Ep 39The Lie: Peace Comes When Life Finally Calms Down | with Tara Dew
What if the reason you haven’t found peace yet isn’t because your life is too loud… but because you’ve been waiting for it to finally quiet down? So many of us believe the subtle lie: Peace will come when this season settles. When the diagnosis clears. When the relationship stabilizes. When the calendar empties. When the anxiety makes sense. But Psalm 23 tells a very different story. In this powerful conversation, Bible teacher and author Tara Dew joins us to unpack the truth that peace isn’t the reward at the end of a calmer life — it’s the gift found in close proximity to the Shepherd. Her new book, Overflowing Peace, walks verse-by-verse through Psalm 23, inviting us to slow down and rediscover a familiar passage with fresh eyes. Together, let's hear how biblical peace exists: In valleys In the presence of enemies In the middle of unresolved chaos Connect with Tara Dew: Her newest release, Overflowing Peace: https://rstyle.me/+R_L4SZUZ7SedEPN-NRrkDQ Her ministry, Prepare Her: www.prepareher.com Connect with Heidi: FollowTrade a Lie for a Truth on instagram.com/tradealieforatruth Grab Heidi’s 100-day devotional through Joshua: All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w Passion Week Family Devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/travelpassionweek Follow Heidi on Instagram: instagram.com/heidileeanderson
Ep 37The Lie Our Kids Feel About Fear (and How Parents Can Tell a Better Story) with Courtney Reissig
Ever wondered how to talk to kids about scary things—storms, sickness, or other frightening moments—and they wonder if God is mad at them? Or maybe you’ve struggled with that yourself as an adult. It’s easy to carry this lie that when bad things happen, God must be angry, punishing, or absent. But the truth of the matter is God is present in the storms, big or small. He never stops loving His children, even when life feels out of control, and He works through hard moments to show His promises and hope. Join me as I break this down with Courtney Reissig, a Bible teacher, author, and mom of four, who opens up about the storm that scared her kids, and together, let's learn how we as families can talk about fear, trust, and God’s love in a way that’s relatable, practical, and full of hope. Connect more with Courtney: https://courtneyreissig.com https://www.instagram.com/courtneyreissig Check out her children's book, Seth and the Very Scary Storm: https://rstyle.me/+RzJlnyLAnFnfp2kYLfyTUw Connect more with Heidi: https://www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson/ https://heidileeandersonministries.com Grab her new 100-day devotional, All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w
Ep 38How to Unlock God’s Promises? Not Your Effort with Jen Wilkin
Ever wonder if God’s promises rise and fall with how well you perform? If God’s favor must be maintained—or if His faithfulness might waver when you fall short? When that assumption creeps in, the book of Joshua confronts it head-on. In this conversation with Jen Wilkin—Bible teacher, best-selling author, and a trusted guide helping believers grow in biblical literacy—we open Scripture together to see how God ensures the fulfillment of every promise He makes. Not because of our consistency, effort, or worthiness, but because of His unwavering faithfulness. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: • The lie that God’s promises depend on your performance—and the truth that sets you free • Lessons on inheritance, family, and blessing in God’s timing • Fun rapid-fire questions at the end so you can get to know Jen personally Key Takeaway: God’s promises don’t rest on your effort—they rest on His faithfulness. Joshua reminds us that God goes before His people, stays with us in the unknown, and finishes what He starts. Obedience isn’t how we earn God’s presence—it’s how we respond to it faithfully. Connect with Jen: • Jen Wilkin’s newest study, Joshua: Every Good Promise Fulfilled: https://rstyle.me/+YUf1x7p3HZKtcYrXZFPHvg • Her website: www.jenwilkin.net Connect with Heidi: • Follow Trade a Lie for a Truth on www.instagram.com/tradealieforatruth • Grab Heidi’s 100-day devotional through Joshua, All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w • Follow Heidi on Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
Ep 36"Life Will Never Be Good Again..." or God's Not Finished with Brittany Price Brooker
Have you ever wondered… what if my best days are already behind me? After loss, sickness, or life just takes a turn you never would have chosen. This lie shows up when prayers feel unanswered, when grief lingers longer than expected, and when the future looks nothing like the one you dreamed of. But it's time to confront the lie, “life will never be good again," and trade it for the truth that His goodness is still following you. Join me as I sit down with the girl who has been there, Brittany Price Brooker, yet her story is a living testimony that God’s goodness is not cancelled by tragedy — and that redemption can grow in places we thought were only ashes. You'll walk away knowing He is still writing your story. And He is not finished yet. _________________________________________________________ Connect with Brittany Price Brooker: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brittanypricebrooker/ Website - https://www.brittanypricebrooker.com/ Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson/ Website - www.heidileeandersonministries.com Her newest devotional, All In, All Yours - https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w
Ep 34If God Feels Silent... It's Care, Not Abandonment with Whitney Lowe
Ever hit a point where you just… feel forgotten? You’re praying, doing all the “right” things, trying to keep your faith steady—but heaven’s quiet. Everyone else is getting their breakthrough, their answered prayer, their happy ending… and you’re over here wondering, “Did God skip over me?” It's here where we can start believing the sneaky little lie: “God doesn’t care. He’s given up on me.” But what if we’re misinterpreting the situation? What if what we’re calling silence is preparation? What if God absolutely cares more than we could ever know and what if He cares about every detail of your life? Join me as I interview Whitney Lowe, author of Called Back to Who You Are and Set Your Eyes Higher, to trade this lie and discover the freeing truth for yourself. __________________________________________________________________ Connect more with Whitney Lowe: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/whitneypiersonlowe/ Newest release, Called Back to Who You Are - https://rstyle.me/+wD9RKiqfg6IOpuOnMERK_Q Connect more with Heidi Lee Anderson: Instagram. - https://www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson Website - www.heidileeandersonministries.com Newest devotional, All In, All Yours - https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w
Ep 33The Lie We Tell Ourselves About Raising Godly Kids with Abbey Wedgeworth
Parents, are you tired of constantly putting out fires and reacting in the moment? What if there’s a better way to raise kids—one that shapes their hearts, builds character, and points them to God from the inside out? In this episode, Abbey Wedgeworth, author of the Training Young Hearts series as well as her upcoming release “Help! I’m Ruining My Kids,” joins us to unpack practical, intentional habits that help parents guide their children before chaos erupts. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why reactive parenting keeps you exhausted and frustrated How small, consistent habits can shape your child’s heart for life Practical “training refrains” you can start using today Stories from real-life parenting wins and funny surprises Scripture-based strategies for raising kids without guilt or perfectionism How to cultivate character and point your kids to Jesus every day Plus: Fun moments with Abbey, including our 2 Truths and a Lie game and a lightning round of parenting questions to inspire laughter, reflection, and encouragement. Takeaway: You’re not just raising kids—you’re raising hearts for God. Start small, stay consistent, and watch Him work in the everyday moments. Scripture Inspiration: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” — Proverbs 22:6 🔗 Connect more with Abbey Wedgeworth: https://www.abbeywedgeworth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbeywedgeworth Her Training Young Hearts Children’s Book Series: https://liketk.it/5EvLU 🔗 Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson Heidi’s newest book, All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com Key ideas: Christian parenting tips, proactive parenting, training young hearts, raising kids for God, biblical parenting strategies, faith-based parenting habits, intentional parenting, Scripture-based parenting, parenting habits for kids, Proverbs 22:6 parenting
Ep 32Start 2026 God’s Way, Not the World’s (with Elizabeth Woodson)
Are you stepping into 2026 craving a reset—but unsure what habits, rhythms, or goals actually matter? In this powerful New Year conversation, Heidi sits down with Bible teacher and author Elizabeth Woodson to talk about the lies that shape us, the habits that form us, and the gospel-centered rhythms that lead to true peace, wholeness, and abundance. Together, they unpack: Why so many of us feel spiritually empty, divided in heart, or unfulfilled The subtle ways culture disciples us more than Jesus The “false stories” we follow without even realizing it The gospel habits that resist cultural pressure and bring real transformation How to choose goals, rhythms, and even a “word of the year” with intention Practical ways to build a life of shalom — where everything is as it ought to be If you’re longing for a year shaped by truth instead of trends, this episode will help you start small, stay faithful, and step into the freedom God offers. 🔗 Connect more with Elizabeth Woodson: https://www.thewoodsoninstitute.org/about-elizabeth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethwoodson Her newest release, Habits of Resistance: https://rstyle.me/+lRz0RWH1ujtCrtAakh4EBw 🔗 Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson Heidi’s newest book, All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com You’ll find: New Year resolutions Christian, Godly habits 2026, Christian goal setting, Gospel-centered habits, Faith-based New Year planning, Spiritual growth 2026, Christian rhythms and routines, Habits of resistance, Living God’s way, Bible-based life habits
Ep 31When You Feel at War With Your Own Body (with Lisa Whittle)
Ever feel like your body is failing you? Something to fight instead of something to steward? What if seeing your body wrongly is keeping you from seeing God clearly? Ultimately, if Jesus chose to have a human body, what does that say about ours? Join Heidi as she sits down with best-selling author, speaker, and Bible teacher Lisa Whittle to confront a lie many of us have believed without even realizing it: “My body is bad.” Together, let’s unpack what culture tells women about their bodies versus what God actually says, how Scripture reframes our identity, and why “whole body theology” matters. Ultimately, if you’ve ever wrestled with sickness, chronic illness, weight ups and downs, or the nagging lie that your body is failing you—this is for you. 🔗 Connect more with Lisa Whittle: https://www.lisawhittle.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle/ 🔗 Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: https://heidileeandersonministries.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson Countdown to Christmas Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/christmas-devotionals Case of the Unknown Messiah Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/advent-2 Heidi’s newest book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours
Ep 30Motherhood Isn't Your Highest Calling (with Vicki Courtney)
How many times have you asked yourself: Did I do enough today? Why can’t I keep up like she does? I should’ve had more patience. More connection. More prayer. You love your kids fiercely, but sometimes you’re running on fumes—and wondering if you’re doing much of it right or just messing up your kids. And then someone says, “Motherhood is your highest calling,” and it just adds to the doubt. But what if that belief that “motherhood is your highest calling,” although sounds right and good… is actually a lie that’s crushing you? What if that isn’t the whole story? What if your worth—and your identity—isn’t wrapped up in who you are as a parent, but in who God says you are? Ultimately, what if there is a higher calling? Join me in this conversation as I interview Vicki Courtney, a mom, grandmother, and author of Motherhood Isn't Your Highest Calling, who is helping women everywhere release the pressure of Christian motherhood and embrace a greater truth: You are more than your role as a mom. 🔗 Connect more with Vicki Courtney: https://vickicourtney.com/about/ Check out her newest release, Motherhood Is Not Your Highest Calling: https://rstyle.me/+apwMMBICVFpf8Z3wBZ7y7A 🔗 Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson Countdown to Christmas Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/christmas-devotionals Case of the Unknown Messiah Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/advent-2 Heidi’s newest book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com
Ep 29Israel, AI, Wars… Is this the End Times? (with Pastor Jason Carlson)
Every generation has wondered about the end times—but with constant headlines, global instability, wars, and the rise of AI, it feels more real than ever. Underneath the question “Is this it?” lies a deeper fear many believers quietly carry: The end times are something to fear. In this episode, I sit down with apologist and Pastor Jason Carlson to unpack your biggest questions about Israel, prophecy, global conflict, technology, and how believers can live ready—not scared. God’s plan for the end of the story isn’t meant to alarm us, but anchor us. If you’ve ever felt anxious about the future or confused by what’s happening in the world, this conversation will give you clarity, confidence, and hope. What We Cover: -Are we actually living in the end times? -What the Bible does and does not say about Israel -How to interpret “wars and rumors of wars” -Should Christians be afraid of AI? -Why fear is not God’s intention for His people -What it means to “live ready” with hope -The promise behind God’s final plan 🔗 Connect more with Pastor Jason Carlson: Check out his church, Lakes Free: https://www.lakesfree.org X: https://x.com/JasonCarlsonCMI?s=20 🔗 Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson Countdown to Christmas Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/christmas-devotionals Case of the Unknown Messiah Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/advent-2 Heidi’s newest book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com