Grace & Truth Talks

Welcome to the Grace & Truth Podcast, where faith, love, and life collide.

Hosted by Pastor James and Pastor Tiffaney Edwards of Transforming Faith Christian Center, this podcast brings real conversations, godly wisdom, and practical tools to help you build relationships that are healthy, fulfilling, and built to last.

From singleness to dating and marriage, or if you're just starting over, each episode offers honest, unfiltered dialogue that goes beyond surface advice, guiding you toward covenant, healing, restoration and maturity in love. Our assignment is simple yet powerful: To Become. To Build. To Bless.

Because where grace meets truth, you don't just love better, you become better. Pull up a seat and join us on this journey into God’s heart for relationships.

Episodes

Jul 1, 2026

1 hr 12 min

Can love survive financial pressure?Money is one of the leading causes of conflict in relationships—but the real issue isn't just money. It's your beliefs, values, transparency, and vision for the future.In this episode of Grace & Truth, Pastor James and Pastor Tiffaney Edwards dive into one of the most overlooked conversations couples need to have before marriage. They discuss how finances shape relationships, why financial compatibility matters, and what it really means to become one.From transparency and trust to debt, spending habits, wealth-building, and biblical stewardship, this conversation is filled with practical wisdom that every couple needs to hear.In this episode:• Why love alone isn't enough• The role money plays in healthy relationships• Financial compatibility before marriage• Debt, credit scores, and financial transparency• Why couples should discuss finances before saying "I do"• Building wealth together instead of competing• Poverty mindset vs. abundance mindset• Learning to steward money God's way• Why your beliefs about money matter• How finances reveal your valuesWhether you're single, dating, engaged, married, or rebuilding after divorce, this episode will challenge you to think differently about relationships and finances.If this conversation encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone preparing for marriage or looking to strengthen their relationship.#GraceAndTruth #Marriage #Relationships #Money #FinancialFreedom #ChristianMarriage #DatingAdvice #BiblicalWisdom #LoveAndMoney #PersonalFinance

Jul 1, 2026

1 hr 12 min

Jun 24, 2026

1 hr 16 min

Can you find love again after divorce?In this powerful episode of Grace & Truth, Pastor James sits down with three men who have experienced divorce and opens an honest conversation about healing, heartbreak, accountability, emotional maturity, and preparing for love again.Together they discuss the lessons divorce taught them, the mistakes they made, the red flags they ignored, and how God used their brokenness to transform them into better men.This conversation is raw, transparent, and filled with wisdom for anyone navigating divorce, separation, dating, remarriage, or personal healing.In this episode:• How to heal after divorce• The role of humility in relationships• Red flags we ignored before marriage• Why love alone isn't enough• Learning to be alone before dating again• Emotional safety and healthy communication• Premarital counseling and relationship preparation• Letting go of fear, shame, and abandonment• How God rebuilds your identity after heartbreak• Preparing for a healthier relationship in the futureWhether you're divorced, dating, married, or simply trying to become healthier emotionally and spiritually, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.💬 Share this episode with someone who needs hope and healing.🔔 Subscribe for more Grace & Truth conversations where faith, love, and life collide.#GraceAndTruth #DivorceRecovery #ChristianDating #Relationships #Marriage #Healing #LoveAfterDivorce #DatingAdvice #PastorJames #FaithAndRelationships

Jun 24, 2026

1 hr 16 min

Jun 20, 2026

57 min

Many people have experienced divorce, but few people talk honestly about the shame, guilt, heartbreak, and questions that often follow.In this powerful Grace & Truth conversation, Pastor James and Tiffaney Edwards tackle one of the most sensitive topics in the church: divorce. They discuss what the Bible really says, God's heart toward those who have experienced divorce, and how healing, restoration, and freedom are still possible.If you've ever wondered:• Is God angry with me because I got divorced?• Can God still use me after my marriage ended?• Am I allowed to move forward with my life?• How do I heal from the pain of divorce?• Can I ever experience love, peace, and restoration again?This episode is for you.Whether you're currently struggling in a marriage, healing from a divorce, or helping someone who is walking through this journey, this conversation offers biblical truth, practical wisdom, and hope for the future.God's grace is greater than your past, and your story doesn't have to end where your pain began.📖 Scripture-Based Discussion❤️ Healing & Restoration🙏 Repentance & Freedom✨ Moving Forward With PurposeDon't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode with someone who needs encouragement today.#GraceAndTruthTalks #ChristianRelationships #DivorceRecovery #BiblicalMarriage #HealingAfterDivorce #PastorJamesEdwards #TiffaneyEdwards #GraceAndTruth #FaithAndRelationships #ChristianLiving

Jun 20, 2026

57 min

Jun 16, 2026

1 hr 23 min

What happens when the person who caused your deepest pain is your own father?In this deeply emotional and powerful episode of Grace & Truth, Dr. DeNae LeMay shares her unbelievable testimony of loss, forgiveness, healing, and redemption after her mother was murdered by her father. What began as unimaginable tragedy became a journey of discovering God as Father, breaking generational cycles, healing father wounds, and learning how to truly forgive.This conversation dives into:Forgiveness after traumaFather wounds and abandonmentHealing from grief and painMarriage, trust, and restorationBreaking generational cursesLearning to trust God againHow unforgiveness affects your lifeThe power of faith and inner healingThis episode is for anyone carrying pain, anger, rejection, abandonment, or deep wounds from their past. No matter what you’ve been through, healing is possible.Watch until the end — this testimony will move you, challenge you, and encourage you to keep fighting for your healing.Connect with Dr. LeMay @DeNaeLeMayYou Can Purchase the Book " Royalty in Pursuit of The Crown" https://www.amazon.com/Royalty-Pursuit-Dr-DeNae-LeMay/dp/1985733544✨ “Those who have been broken become masters at mending.” ✨#GraceAndTruth #Forgiveness #Healing #FatherWounds #ChristianPodcast #TraumaHealing #Faith #Relationships #GodHeals #Testimony

Jun 16, 2026

1 hr 23 min

Jun 7, 2026

1 hr 3 sec

Are you stuck in a situation, a relationship, or a marriage that you know started off the wrong way, and now you're desperately trying to figure out how to fix it?In this powerful episode of the Grace & Truth Podcast, Pastors James and Tiffany dive deep into a conversation meant for mature believers: "I know it's wrong, but how do I make it right?"They unpack the hard truths about relationship order, spiritual alignment, and the dangerous trap of asking God to bless an infectious seed. Whether you are navigating a marriage where you are growing spiritually faster than your partner, or you are dealing with the painful harvest of a relationship born out of compromise, this episode will challenge you to shift your question from "How do I make it right?" to "God, how are YOU going to make this right?"

Jun 7, 2026

1 hr 3 sec

Jun 3, 2026

56 min

What does it really take to make a relationship work?In this powerful episode of Grace & Truth, Pastor James and Pastor Tiffaney Edwards have one of their most honest conversations yet about marriage, sacrifice, trust, healing, emotional maturity, and the wisdom required to build a lasting relationship.From navigating trauma and learning how to love properly, to understanding the difference between a free will and a sanctified will, this conversation dives deep into the spiritual and practical realities of relationships.If you’ve ever struggled with trust, commitment, communication, emotional needs, or preparing for marriage, this episode will challenge your perspective and give you practical wisdom you can apply immediately.Topics Covered:• The wisdom it takes to make relationships work• What a “sanctified will” really means• Why love alone is not enough• Trusting God in relationships• Emotional healing before marriage• The danger of selfishness in relationships• Why preparation matters in your single season• Financial struggles, humility, and marriage• Learning how to love your spouse properly• Why lasting relationships require sacrificeThis conversation is real, transparent, healing, and transformational.Be sure to LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode with someone who needs relationship wisdom today.#GraceAndTruth #Relationships #MarriageAdvice #PastorJames #RelationshipWisdom #ChristianRelationships #Marriage #Love #Dating #TrustGod

Jun 3, 2026

56 min

May 27, 2026

1 hr 6 min

What happens when married couples stop asking questions?In this powerful episode of Grace & Truth, Pastor James and Pastor Tiffaney Edwards dive deep into the conversations that many couples stop having after marriage. From emotional connection and communication to intimacy, prayer, support, and healing, this episode uncovers why so many relationships slowly drift apart — and how couples can reconnect before it’s too late.This conversation is honest, practical, spiritual, and deeply relatable for married couples, engaged couples, and anyone preparing for a healthy relationship. Pastor James and Pastor Tiffaney discuss the danger of familiarity, the importance of intentional communication, how disconnection quietly enters marriages, and why the Holy Spirit must remain at the center of every relationship.They also share powerful relationship questions every couple should be asking each other regularly to strengthen intimacy, rebuild trust, improve communication, and restore emotional connection.Topics Covered In This Episode:Healthy marriage communicationEmotional intimacy in relationshipsRebuilding connection in marriageQuestions couples should ask each otherThe danger of familiarity in relationshipsHow to support your spouse emotionallyMarriage and the Holy SpiritHow couples grow together spirituallyConflict resolution in marriageWhy marriages stop growingConnection vs communicationChristian marriage adviceWhether your marriage is thriving, struggling, healing, or somewhere in between, this episode will challenge you to slow down, reconnect, and intentionally build the relationship God designed for you.Watch until the end and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement in their relationship journey.Contact info for Coaching @ PastorJames@TFCCHouston.comTiffaney@TFCCHouston.ccom#GraceAndTruth #ChristianMarriage #Relationships #MarriageAdvice #PastorJamesEdwards #PastorTiffaneyEdwards #MarriageGoals #Communication #LoveAndRelationships #FaithBasedRelationships #HealthyMarriage #RelationshipAdvice #ChristianCouples

May 27, 2026

1 hr 6 min

May 19, 2026

1 hr 53 min

What happens when two people truly put God first in their relationship?In this powerful live episode of Grace & Truth, Pastor James and Tiffany Edwards have an honest, transparent, and deeply healing conversation about marriage, sacrifice, submission, singleness, healing, and kingdom relationships. From real stories about rebuilding trust and overcoming pride to practical wisdom on dating, leadership, and emotional healing, this episode delivers truth wrapped in grace.This isn’t surface-level relationship advice. This conversation dives into:Putting God first in relationshipsSubmission from a biblical perspectiveSacrifice and emotional maturity in marriageHealing from past painHow to recognize a healthy relationshipSingleness and trusting God while waitingWhy your “type” may be blocking your purposeFamily dynamics, accountability, and spiritual leadershipReal-life marriage struggles and restorationYou’ll laugh, reflect, heal, and leave challenged to build relationships God’s way.Whether you’re single, dating, engaged, or married, this episode will encourage you to pursue healthy, Christ-centered relationships built on truth, sacrifice, and love.💬 COMMENT BELOW:What was your biggest takeaway from this conversation?📌 Subscribe for more Grace & Truth conversations every week.Connect With Pastor James @ pastorjamesedwards.church#GraceAndTruth #Relationships #ChristianMarriage #DatingAdvice #KingdomMarriage #PastorJamesEdwards #TiffanyEdwards #ChristianDating #MarriageAdvice #RelationshipGoals #GodFirst #Submission #Healing #FaithBasedRelationships

May 19, 2026

1 hr 53 min

May 17, 2026

52 min

What does it really mean to lead in a relationship? What does submission actually look like in a healthy marriage? And why are so many relationships struggling with spiritual imbalance?In this powerful episode of Grace & Truth, Pastor James Edwards and Pastor Tiffaney Edwards dive deep into one of the most important — and controversial — conversations surrounding relationships, marriage, leadership, masculinity, femininity, and spiritual maturity.This episode goes beyond surface-level relationship advice and tackles the deeper issues affecting modern relationships:The biblical role of men and womenWhat true submission really meansWhy vision matters in relationshipsSpiritually weak vs spiritually strong leadershipThe importance of purpose before marriageHow childhood, fatherlessness, and identity impact relationshipsWhy so many men struggle with leadershipThe four types of menHow women can discern if a man is truly submitted to GodMarriage, maturity, and spiritual alignmentPastor James opens up transparently about his personal journey through fatherlessness, prison, purpose, identity, and transformation, while Pastor Tiffaney shares powerful insight on partnership, submission, wisdom, and building a marriage rooted in God.This conversation is for:✔ Singles✔ Married couples✔ People dating intentionally✔ Men searching for purpose✔ Women seeking clarity in relationships✔ Anyone trying to build healthy, God-centered relationshipsOne of the most powerful moments in this episode is the discussion surrounding “The Four Types of Men” and how leadership, vision, and spiritual maturity shape the direction of relationships and families.This episode will challenge your mindset, stretch your perspective, and encourage you to pursue healing, growth, accountability, and purpose in every area of life.If this episode blesses you:👍 Like the video💬 Comment your biggest takeaway📲 Share this with someone who needs it🔔 Subscribe and turn notifications on for more episodes from Grace & Truth#GraceAndTruth #Relationships #Marriage #Submission #BiblicalRelationships #ChristianPodcast #DatingAdvice #Masculinity #Leadership #FaithBasedRelationships #Purpose #MarriageAdvice #PastorJames #PastorTiffaney #ChristianRelationships

May 17, 2026

52 min

May 12, 2026

56 min

Understanding the Difference between Soul and Spirit | Soul Ties Have you ever felt like you’ve moved on from a situation, yet your heart and mind are still anchored to the past? In this powerful conversation, Pastor James Edwards joins us to uncover The Secret of the Soul Tie. We dive deep into the spiritual anatomy of a human being and explore why so many of us feel "stuck" in cycles of trauma, toxic relationships, and old identities. Most people understand the body and the soul, but few understand the true essence of the spirit. Pastor James explains that while we often try to do life from the "outside in," true transformation only happens when we align from the spirit to the soul to the body. In This Episode, We Discuss:Defining the Soul: The six compartments of the soul—mind, will, emotions, memory, imagination, and personality. What is a Soul Tie?: The biblical foundation of knitting, cleaving, and binding. Negative vs. Healthy Ties: How the enemy duplicates God's design to create oppression through toxic attachments. Breaking the Cycle: Why you must "declare war" on a soul tie rather than just fighting it. Resources Mentioned:Book: The Secret of the Soul Tie by Pastor James Edwards. Connect with Pastor James: www.pastorjamesedwards.church Join the Conversation:Which part of your soul—your mind, will, or emotions—do you feel needs the most "renewing" today? Let me know in the comments below.Subscribe to stay updated on new episodes and join our community of growth.Finish the race, complete the work, and get the job done.

May 12, 2026

56 min

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