The Jess Connolly Podcast

We say we want peace. We pray for it. We look for it. We try to build lives that might finally give it to us.But if we’re honest? Peace can feel just out of reach.This week in Shalom Season, Jess sits down with theologian and friend Dr. Joel Muddamalle to talk about something we don’t often connect with peace, but should: spiritual warfare.Together, they explore how the unseen battle impacts our everyday lives, our fears, and our ability to live in true, lasting shalom.Don’t Miss:Enjoy luxury bedding and loungewear from Cozy Earth. Head to cozyearth.com and use the code JESS for up to 20% off! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth here.Order Dr. Joel Muddamalle’s book, The Unseen Battle: Spiritual Warfare, the Three Rebellions, and Christ's Victory Over Dark Powers. Preorder Jess’s upcoming book, You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared, and then follow the directions to receive a special discount to join us at Brave 2026.

Nick Connolly, pastor and author who candidly shares his experience with anxiety and faith. He describes how anxiety shows up physically and what pursuing peace in the body looked like. They talk about balancing health stewardship without becoming consumed, how community and prayer matter, and shifting from striving to receiving God’s love.

We’re back! The Jess Connolly Podcast is kicking off a brand new season, and this time, you can watch along too. That’s right, the podcast is now available on video as well as audio, and we couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead.Welcome to Shalom Season.In this first episode, Jess introduces the heart of the season and explores the deeper meaning of biblical peace… shalom. While the world often defines peace as comfort or the absence of conflict, the Bible describes something far richer: wholeness, restoration, and right relationship with God.If you’ve been longing for more peace in your mind, body, relationships, or everyday life, this episode lays the foundation for the conversations ahead.Throughout Shalom Season, we’ll explore what it looks like to experience God’s peace in our homes, marriages, motherhood, community, and more.Follow along and subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode this season.Let’s go.Don’t Miss:Enjoy luxury bedding and loungewear from Cozy Earth. Head to cozyearth.com and use the code JESS for up to 20% off! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth here.Spend time in Scripture this Lent with Dwell, the audio Bible app designed to help you listen to and meditate on God’s Word. You can head to dwellbible.com/jess for up to 50% off your subscription.Preorder Jess’s upcoming book, You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared, and then follow the directions to receive a special discount to join us at Brave 2026.

It’s the final episode of 2025 and the closing chapter of our Bible Babes study in James. In this episode, Jess walks through the last verses of James 5 and the invitation it offers us: to wait well, watch our words, pray in every season, live in community, and courageously love others back to life.This episode wraps the year with encouragement, perspective, and a call to simple, steadfast, Spirit-filled faith.We’ll be taking a short break, but big things are coming in 2026. Thanks for spending this year in the Word with us!Let’s go.Don’t Miss:Listen on the go with the Dwell Bible App and save 25% on a one-year or 50% on a lifetime subscription: www.dwellapp.io/jess.Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!Connect further with Jess:https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of eating disorders, body image, and fertility loss. Please listen with care.In this double-feature episode, Jess talks with Jordan Lee Dooley about her new book Be Good to Your Body, a biblical and sustainable vision for caring for the body without obsession or shame. Then she sits down with Erica Gwynn, author of That’s Just Not True, to expose the subtle lies women believe and replace them with God’s unchanging truth. Two timely books, one powerful conversation.Let’s go.Don’t Miss:Grab Be Good to Your Body and That’s Just Not True for a powerful pair of books that will reshape how you see your body, your health, and the truth you live by.⁠Signed books on sale 📚Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!Connect further with Jess:https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

What happens when we stop calling sin, sin? Jess and Pastor and author Jamin Goggin discuss confession, healing, and the grace that meets us when we stop hiding and tell the truth.This isn’t condemnation, it’s coming home.Let’s go.Don’t Miss:Grab Jamin’s book, Pastoral Confessions.Signed books on sale 📚Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!Connect further with Jess:https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Today, Jess is joined by her daughter, Glory, to walk through James 4 & 5 and talk about studying Scripture in real life. They share simple ways to stay rooted in the Word, surrender our plans to God, and trust Him with what’s ahead, even in busy or changing seasons.In This Episode: • Simple Bible study tools • Holding plans with open hands • Money, desire, and trust in James 4-5Let’s go.Don’t Miss:This fall, let Scripture move with you! Listen on the go with the Dwell Bible App and save 25% on a one-year or 50% on a lifetime subscription: www.dwellapp.io/jess.What Comes Next is out now, and you’re invited to join our next 40 Days Reading Group! We’ll read through the book together, share prayers and prompts, and encourage one another along the way. This starts Monday, November 10th. Grab a copy, join us, and take steps toward what comes next! Join the group here.So many of you asked how to love on Glory as she heads to college (😭), here’s her dorm wishlist if you’d like to bless her! Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!Connect further with Jess:https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

This week, I sit down with my husband, Pastor Nick, to talk about our upcoming sabbatical. We share why stepping back to rest, repair, and delight in God is so needed, for pastors and for all of us. If you’ve ever felt tired but loved what you do, this episode will hit home.Let’s go. Resources & Links:Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!Connect further with Jess:https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

What does it look like to walk wisely through Halloween? Jess shares how to honor God, love your neighbors, and stand firm in the truth that darkness is real, but already defeated.Let’s go. Don’t Miss:Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next, is now out!Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!Connect further with Jess:https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Feeling stuck in past hurts or carrying hidden offense? In this episode, Jess sits down with Alexandra Hoover, author of You Can Let Go, to talk about how old wounds, rejection, and offense shape our lives, and how to finally release them. You’ll hear practical ways to recognize offense, process pain without becoming a victim, and walk in freedom.If you’re ready to stop replaying old hurts and step into a life of healing and purpose, this conversation is for you.Let’s go. Resources & Links:You Can Let Go by Alexandra Hoover Learn more & sign up for the Greece trip:https://www.premierisrael.com/jessconnollyInterested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!Connect further with Jess:https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com