This question is deeply personal, often emotional, and one that many of us wrestle with at different points in our journey. The question is, what is God's will for my life? In this episode of MercyTalk, host Erin Gentry is joined by Mercy Multiplied’s Founder and President, Nancy Alcorn, and Executive Pastor, Heidi Stevens, for a heartfelt and practical conversation about understanding God’s will and why it’s inseparable from His love.You’ll also hear why we don’t need to be afraid to come to Him with our questions, and encouragement to anchor your beliefs in Scripture rather than personal experience or cultural trends alone.In this episode, we cover:God's Word is His will.How God’s will is rooted in His love and revealed through His WordWhy we don’t need to be afraid to come to Him with our questionsEncouragement to anchor your beliefs in Scripture rather than personal experience or cultural trends aloneResources & Links:Want to understand more about God's love? Check out our episode 408 | Does God Still Love Me?Here are some of the many Scriptures referenced in the episode:Proverbs 24:6 (NIV) - There is wisdom in confirmation from others.1 Thessalonians 5:19-21 (NIV) - Test what you hear from God.Proverbs 16:9 (ESV) - Man plans his steps, but God establishes his steps.Habakkuk 2:2 (ESV) - Write down what you receive from God.Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV) - The joy of the Lord is our strength.Psalm 119:133 (KJV) - God orders our steps in His Word.Psalm 119:105 (ESV) - God's Word lights my path.Psalm 119:89 (ESV) - God's Word is established in heaven.Romans 12:2 (ESV) - Do not conform to this world.1 Peter 5:8 (ESV) - The enemy roams like a roaring lion.John 8:2-12 (NIV) - Story of the woman accused of adultery.John 1:14 (NIV) - Jesus is the Word.2 Corinthians 6:14 (NIV) - Do not be unequally yoked. Hebrews 13:4 (NIV) - Sexual morality is defined as in the confines of marriage.Proverbs 9:10 (NIV) - The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.Proverbs 19:3 (AMPC) - When our own choices hurt us, we can tend to blame God.John 7:28 (NIV) - The woman at the well tells everyone about Jesus.Psalm 103:10-11 (ESV) - God does not deal with us according to our sin.Isaiah 61:7 (ESV) - God gives a double portion of blessing instead of shame.Romans 2:4 (ESV+KJV) - God's kindness leads us to repentance1 Corinthians 3:9 (KJV) - We are co-laborers with God.Hebrews 13:5 (ESV) - God never leaves or forsakes us.Psalm 119:68 (ESV) - God is good and does good.John 10:10 (ESV) - The thief comes for one purpose, but God comes for a different purpose.2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV) - Anyone is Christ is a new creation.Jeremiah 29:11 (ESV) - God has a plan for your life.Psalm 68:6 (NKJV) - God sets the solitary in families.Matthew 11:28 (NIV) - Come to God for rest.Subscribe & Share:If you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review MercyTalk on your favorite podcast platform—and share it with someone who needs encouragement today.

When life feels heavy, when mistakes pile up, or when things just don’t go the way we hope, a question may echo quietly in our minds: Am I still loved? In this episode of MercyTalk, host Melody Morris is joined by Mercy Multiplied Founder and President Nancy Alcorn, who shares wisdom from Scripture about the unconditional nature of God's love. You'll also hear personal stories and powerful illustrations of how God's love transformed Nancy's life, and the lives of young women in Mercy's Residential Program. We hope you will be encouraged and inspired as you listen.In this episode, we cover:How God's love is extended to us in spite of our choices.How we can misinterpret the consequences of our own actions, and feel like God is mad at us. Truth's from Scripture about the nature of God's love.Resources & Links:Want to understand more about God's unfailing love? Check our episode, 364 | When You're Mad at GodScriptures referenced in the episode include:John 3, verses 16-17Psalm 103, verses 10-12Isaiah 61, verse 7Jeremiah 29, verse 11Psalm 34, verse 18Subscribe & Share:If you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review MercyTalk on your favorite podcast platform—and share it with someone who needs encouragement today.

What’s next for MercyTalk? A new season, new voices, and the same powerful mission. In this special episode, longtime host Melanie Wise reflects on a decade of podcasting, shares heartfelt encouragement, and passes the mic to the new team stepping in to carry the vision forward. You’ll hear from Mercy’s Founder and President, Nancy Alcorn, as well as the new hosts, Erin and Melody, who share their passion for equipping others with biblical principles for lasting healing and growth.In this episode, we cover:A look back at 400+ episodes and the heart behind MercyTalkMelanie’s final encouragement to keep pursuing the “more” available in ChristMeet the new hosts and hear why they’re passionate about this next seasonResources & Links:Visit MercyMultiplied.com to learn more about our programs and resources.Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and X @MercyMultiplied.Email us at mercytalk@mercymultiplied.com with your thoughts or topic ideas.Subscribe & Share:If you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review MercyTalk on your favorite podcast platform, and share it with someone who needs encouragement today.

What if setting boundaries isn’t selfish—but sacred? Melody and Erin dive into the surprising truth about boundaries: they’re not about keeping people out, but about showing up in healthier, more sustainable ways. Through Scripture, personal stories, and practical wisdom, they explore how boundaries can actually make us better at loving and helping others.In this episode, we cover:Why boundaries are a form of love and responsibility—not rejectionHow the Bible distinguishes between helping others and carrying what’s not oursPractical ways to say “no” so you can say “yes” to what matters mostResources & Links:Sign up for the free Webinar by Mercy Multiplied – July 24, 2025 - Boundaries | What They Are and How to Communicate ThemBoundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend (Amazon)MPower eCourse by Mercy Multiplied – Free Online CourseSubscribe & Share:If you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review MercyTalk on your favorite podcast platform, and share it with someone who needs encouragement today.

In this episode of MercyTalk, we share a powerful teaching by Mercy UK CEO, Arianna Walker. Arianna shares about transitions and how to navigate change in a healthy, faithful way.   Also, in this episode…Four primary types of transitions and how to view them from a God-honoring perspectiveThe importance of surrender in transition seasons Have a topic suggestion or question? Email MercyTalk. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.