
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Into the Deep: Growing Closer to God with Bethany Murdock
When Bethany Murdock learned she and her husband wouldn’t be able to have children, her world felt shattered. Yet in that deep place of pain, God invited her into an even deeper relationship with Him.
In this encouraging conversation, Bethany—Christian Life Coach, author, and trainer with ICCI—shares her story of hope, healing, and spiritual growth. Drawing from her book Into the Deep, she unpacks what it means to truly know Jesus, overcome fear, and grow deeper in faith even when life doesn’t go as planned.
If you’re longing to take the next step in your walk with God, this episode will stir your heart to trust Him—no matter what season you’re in.
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So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more
[05:02]: Hope Through Infertility and Disappointment
[10:09]: The Role of Community, Honesty, and Reframing Expectations
[20:02]: Metaphors of Depth and Fire for Relationship with God
[40:05]: Barriers to Deeper Relationship and the Cost of Discipleship
Bethany Murdock Resources
Learn more about Bethany Murdock, her book Into the Deep, and her coaching practice: http://www.bethanylentzmurdock.com/
Hope for the Heart resources
Order our newest resource, The Care and Counsel Handbook, providing biblical guidance 100 real-life issues: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/care-and-counsel-handbook
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3 months ago
Hi Joni - Thanks so much for letting us know. It is always our prayer that God would use the podcast to minister to people. I really loved this one too! On another note - would you mind if we use your comment as a testimonial for the podcast? Thanks, Kristina Spears, VP of Marketing, Executive Producer of Hope Talks
3 months ago
Thank you so much for this episode! It was exactly what I needed and at just the right moment! I’ve been praying desperate prayers to go deeper with Jesus. I literally had a conversation with a friend yesterday about this very thing. Sometimes I get hung up on the practicality of walking through and living in this world and being this close to Jesus. I’m getting this book, and I may even see about a conversation with Bethany. Thank you!