Broken To Build Podcast

Ep. 17 - Bullied But Unbroken

In this powerful episode of Broken to Build, host Lauryn DeLoach welcomes Evelyn Edwards, a 17-year-old high school senior, to share her journey of overcoming bullying, finding her identity in Christ, and learning how to navigate mean people in today’s world.

From an early age, Evelyn was different. Raised in a home filled with love, faith, and strong values, she often stood out—always choosing kindness, befriending the outcast, and staying true to her unique style. But standing apart also made her a target. Throughout school, Evelyn faced verbal and emotional bullying from both boys and girls who didn’t understand her confidence and strong moral compass.

As she got older, things only intensified. A traumatic cheerleading injury left her physically vulnerable, but the cruelty from others didn’t stop. In one shocking incident, Evelyn was physically pushed against a vending machine, with no consequences for the aggressor. The experience made her question everything: Why do some people hurt others? Why do schools often fail to take action? How do you stay strong when you feel completely alone?

But instead of letting these experiences define her, Evelyn leaned deeper into her faith in God. Through scripture, personal reflection, and the unwavering support of her family, she learned to set boundaries, recognize her worth, and step into her calling with confidence.

Now, as she prepares to enter Clemson University, Evelyn is using her story to inspire others. She shares how she overcame people-pleasing, why she no longer cares about fitting in, and how to find peace in your identity—even when the world tries to break you.

This episode is a must-watch for anyone who has ever felt out of place, struggled with bullying, or needed a reminder that their true worth comes from God, not the opinions of others.

💬 Have you ever faced bullying or struggled with self-worth? Drop a comment below—we’d love to hear your story!

📌 If this episode encouraged you, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear it!

🎧 Listen to more episodes of Broken to Build for stories of faith, resilience, and stepping into your purpose.

If this episode resonated with you, we invite you to become part of the Broken to Build community! Subscribe to the podcast to hear more real, faith-driven stories that embrace life’s challenges as opportunities for growth. Follow us on social media to stay connected, join conversations, and find support in a network of women committed to healing and authenticity.

Please consider leaving a review—it helps us reach others who may need this message of hope, resilience, and faith.

Website: https://www.brokentobuild.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokentobuild/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565712246133

 

Ep. 16 - Losing a Child, Finding Faith

In this deeply moving episode of Broken to Build, host Lauryn DeLoach sits down with Jenny Edwards, who shares her powerful testimony of loss, faith, and healing. Jenny recounts the heartbreaking journey of losing her first child, Grace Catherine, and the overwhelming grief that followed. But in the depths of pain, she found something life-changing—an unshakable faith in God’s goodness.

Through raw vulnerability and scripture-rooted wisdom, Jenny takes us through the painful yet redemptive path that transformed her life. From losing her baby at 24 weeks to struggling with the fear of trying again, and ultimately witnessing God’s abundant grace through the birth of her five daughters—this is a story of hope in the ashes, peace in the storm, and faith through suffering.

[00:07:08] Jenny receives the devastating news about her pregnancy complications.

[00:12:26] How grief and faith coexisted as she walked through the hardest season of her life. [00:18:21] The moment Jenny met her daughter, Grace Catherine, and the weight of saying goodbye.

[00:24:38] God’s redemption: How He blessed Jenny and her husband with five daughters after their loss.

[00:36:01] The unshakable truth: Why trusting in God’s plan is the key to overcoming life’s deepest valleys.

 

Website: https://www.brokentobuild.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokentobuild/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565712246133

 

Ep. 15 - From Orphan Spirit to Daughter of the King

Many of us carry wounds from our past that unknowingly shape how we see God. Whether it’s childhood experiences, absent or distant parents, or a deep-rooted fear of rejection, these wounds often create an orphan spirit—a mindset that keeps us from fully embracing God’s love, provision, and protection.

In this deeply personal and unplanned episode, Broken to Build host Lauryn DeLoach shares a powerful revelation: for years, she unknowingly struggled with the orphan spirit. She never fully saw God as a good father—not because He wasn’t, but because her life experiences had painted a flawed picture of Him. This realization sparked a profound journey of healing, surrender, and identity transformation.

Joined by Melissa Perry, they engage in an open, heartfelt conversation about how the orphan spirit manifests in our lives—through fear, control, self-protection, and even the inability to truly believe we are loved and cared for. They explore how past experiences shape our ability to trust God, and they share biblical truths and personal testimonies to break free from these mental strongholds. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt unworthy, struggled with trusting God’s provision, or wondered if He truly delights in them. If you’ve ever found yourself trying to control your life out of fear, believing you have to earn God’s love, or struggling with feeling safe in His hands—this episode is for you.

If this episode resonated with you, we invite you to become part of the Broken to Build community! Subscribe to the podcast to hear more real, faith-driven stories that embrace life’s challenges as opportunities for growth. Follow us on social media to stay connected, join conversations, and find support in a network of women committed to healing and authenticity. Please consider leaving a review—it helps us reach others who may need this message of hope, resilience, and faith.

Website: https://www.brokentobuild.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokentobuild/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565712246133

 

Ep. 14 - An Orphan No More

In this powerful episode of Broken to Build, Lauryn DeLoach sits down with Kate East to discuss her journey from hiding in fear to stepping into the fullness of her identity in Christ. Kate shares her experience of growing up in a verbally abusive home, the struggles of hiding behind joy, battling an eating disorder, and finally confronting the orphan spirit that shaped her mindset. Through faith, inner healing, and intense counseling, she has reclaimed her life and now shines as a light to others. This conversation is raw, real, and full of revelations about the power of embracing brokenness to build something beautiful.

If this episode resonated with you, we invite you to become part of the Broken to Build community! Subscribe to the podcast to hear more real, faith-driven stories that embrace life’s challenges as opportunities for growth. Follow us on social media to stay connected, join conversations, and find support in a network of women committed to healing and authenticity. Please consider leaving a review—it helps us reach others who may need this message of hope, resilience, and faith.

[00:02:00] Hiding in Plain Sight – Kate shares how she masked her pain behind joy and success, making it difficult for others to see her struggles.

[00:17:00] The Orphan Spirit – How a lack of emotional security leads to self-protection, striving, and difficulty receiving love from God and others.

[00:26:00] Breaking Generational Patterns – Kate’s journey of stepping out of an abusive home at 16 and finding healing through faith and mentorship.

[00:32:00] From Trauma to Transformation – How intensive counseling, spiritual retreats, and inner healing helped Kate process years of hidden pain.

[00:29:00] Body Keeps the Score – How unresolved emotional trauma manifested physically, leading to gut health issues and an unexpected battle with an eating disorder. [00:33:00] The Power of Storytelling – The moment a friend boldly called out her struggle and how vulnerability became the key to true healing.

[00:38:00] Beauty in the Brokenness – The stained glass window analogy—how God takes our broken pieces and creates something more beautiful than before.

Ep. 13 - A Phone Call Changed Everything

What would you do if everything you believed about your family turned out to be a lie? In this gripping episode of the Broken to Build Podcast, host Lauryn DeLoach sits down with special guest Lauren Proust, whose life took a shocking turn at just 19 years old. A single phone call changed everything—revealing secrets of infidelity, betrayal, and a hidden truth that would completely alter her identity.

Lauren opens up about the pain of abandonment, the wounds of rejection, and the devastating impact of family secrets. But this story doesn’t end in brokenness. Through years of healing, deep faith, and a journey to forgiveness, Lauren found unexpected restoration—not just with her family but also with God.

How does someone recover from such a profound betrayal? How do you forgive the people who have hurt you the most? And what happens when the church itself becomes part of the wound? This episode is raw, real, and filled with hope for anyone who has ever felt lost, unloved, or unsure of where they truly belong.

If this episode resonated with you, we invite you to become part of the Broken to Build community! Subscribe to the podcast to hear more real, faith-driven stories that embrace life’s challenges as opportunities for growth. Follow us on social media to stay connected, join conversations, and find support in a network of women committed to healing and authenticity. Please consider leaving a review—it helps us reach others who may need this message of hope, resilience, and faith.

Website: https://www.brokentobuild.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokentobuild/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565712246133

Ep. 12 - Spiritual Warfare & Supernatural Encounter

In this powerful episode of the Broken to Build podcast, host Lauryn DeLoach sits down with Josh Hollingsworth to share his incredible story of redemption, faith, and deliverance. From battling depression and addiction to experiencing a divine encounter that transformed his life, Josh's journey is a testament to the power of God’s love and grace. Join us as we dive deep into his story of brokenness and healing, and be encouraged by the hope that God offers each of us. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories of faith and empowerment!

If this episode resonated with you, we invite you to become part of the Broken to Build community! Subscribe to the podcast to hear more real, faith-driven stories that embrace life’s challenges as opportunities for growth. Follow us on social media to stay connected, join conversations, and find support in a network of women committed to healing and authenticity. Please consider leaving a review—it helps us reach others who may need this message of hope, resilience, and faith.

Website: https://www.brokentobuild.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokentobuild/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565712246133

Ep. 11 - Reconciling with the Unthinkable

In this heartfelt episode of the Broken to Build podcast, Melissa Perry returns to share her deeply personal journey of reconciling with her mother after decades of estrangement. Abandoned at 10 years old and left to care for her three younger sisters under the roof of a controlling father, Melissa walks us through her struggle with pride, forgiveness, and obedience to God's call. Learn how God gently nudged her to honor her mother, leading her into a season of spiritual healing, family restoration, and unexpected breakthroughs. If you've ever battled pride or faced the difficulty of reconciling a broken relationship, this episode is for you. Stay tuned until the end for a powerful prayer of healing and hope.

[00:00:00] – Melissa’s Backstory: Abandoned by her mother at age 10, left to raise her younger sisters under a controlling father.

[00:05:26] – The Challenge to Reconcile: Melissa is confronted with the question, "Have you honored your mother?" sparking her internal struggle and resistance.

[00:09:39] – The Role of Pride: How self-reliance and protection blocked Melissa from obeying God’s call to reconcile.

[00:16:40] – The Turning Point: God’s persistent nudges, confirmation through scripture, and letting go of pride to take action.

[00:27:07] – Advice to Listeners: Obey God’s nudges, let go of control, and trust that reconciliation or forgiveness will lead to spiritual breakthrough.

If this episode resonated with you, we invite you to become part of the Broken to Build community! Subscribe to the podcast to hear more real, faith-driven stories that embrace life’s challenges as opportunities for growth. Follow us on social media to stay connected, join conversations, and find support in a network of women committed to healing and authenticity.

Please consider leaving a review—it helps us reach others who may need this message of hope, resilience, and faith.

Website: https://www.brokentobuild.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokentobuild/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565712246133

#BrokenToBuild #HealingJourney #Forgiveness #FamilyRestoration #ChristianPodcast #MelissaPerry #GodsPlan #FaithInAction #Reconciliation #BeautyFromAshes #PrideAndHealing #FamilyHealing #ObedienceToGod #FaithTestimony #SpiritualGrowth #GodsTiming #OvercomingPain #FaithOverFear #ForgiveAndHeal #BiblicalWisdom

Ep. 10 - When Church Hurt Almost Destroyed My Faith

In this powerful episode of Broken to Build, host Lauryn DeLoach sits down with Kristina Gill to discuss her journey through eating disorders, mental illness, and the pressure of perfectionism. Kristina opens up about her battle with depression, bulimia, and the challenges of growing up in a household where emotions weren’t discussed. From hitting rock bottom to experiencing a radical encounter with Jesus, Kristina’s story is one of redemption, healing, and hope.

Through vulnerability, faith, and professional help, Kristina discovered freedom and purpose. Whether you’re struggling with similar issues or supporting someone who is, this episode is a reminder that there’s beauty in brokenness and that God’s love transforms even the darkest moments.

If you’ve been affected by church hurt or are feeling stuck in spiritual pain, know that you are not alone. Healing is possible, and this conversation will inspire you to seek it.

If this episode resonated with you, we invite you to become part of the Broken to Build community! Subscribe to the podcast to hear more real, faith-driven stories that embrace life’s challenges as opportunities for growth. Follow us on social media to stay connected, join conversations, and find support in a network of women committed to healing and authenticity. Please consider leaving a review—it helps us reach others who may need this message of hope, resilience, and faith.

Website: https://www.brokentobuild.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokentobuild/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565712246133