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 22, 2026
Jul 22, 2026
1 hr 4 min
Is black love really in trouble—or have our mindsets about love changed?In this powerful episode of Grace & Truth Talks, Pastors James and Tiffaney Edwards unpack one of the biggest relationship conversations facing this generation.They discuss:• Why successful people are still single• When healing becomes an excuse to avoid commitment• Hyper-independence in modern relationships• The fear of vulnerability after heartbreak• Why people keep moving the goalposts in dating• The biblical meaning of covering, protection, and submission• How identity impacts healthy relationships• Why love isn't failing—but people are misunderstanding itThis isn't just a conversation about dating.It's about becoming the person God designed you to be so you can build healthy, lasting relationships.Whether you're single, dating, engaged, divorced, or married, this episode will challenge your thinking and encourage you to pursue relationships God's way.If this conversation encouraged you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs to hear it.Grace & Truth Talks is where faith, love, and life collide.#GraceAndTruthTalks #Relationships #ChristianDating #Marriage #Healing #BlackLove #Faith #Purpose #Love #PastorJamesEdwards #PastorTiffaneyEdwards

Jul 15, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
1 hr 14 min
Can you truly love again after divorce?In this powerful episode of Grace & Truth Talks, Pastor James Edwards and Pastor Tiffaney Edwards bring together both men and women for one honest conversation about healing, accountability, healthy relationships, and preparing for marriage God's way.Whether you've experienced divorce, heartbreak, disappointment, or you're simply preparing for a future relationship, this discussion offers biblical wisdom and practical insight that can help transform the way you approach love.In this episode we discuss:What healthy love actually looks likeHealing after divorceChoosing the right person instead of settlingSubmission, leadership, and mutual respectEmotional maturity and accountabilityConflict resolution in marriageLong-suffering vs. unhealthy relationshipsWhy vision, purpose, and spiritual growth matter in dating and marriageLearning from past mistakes without carrying shame into your futureThis conversation isn't about condemning your past—it's about preparing for your future.If this episode encouraged you, don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more Christ-centered conversations that strengthen your faith, relationships, and everyday life.What was your biggest takeaway from today's discussion? Let us know in the comments!

Jul 12, 2026
Jul 12, 2026
48 min
Why is it so hard to let go—even after the relationship has ended?In this powerful episode of Grace & Truth, Pastors James and Tiffaney Edwards dive into one of the most misunderstood spiritual topics in the Church: soul ties.Is every soul tie bad?Why do some relationships continue to affect you years after they're over?How do toxic relationships shape your identity?And more importantly...how do you finally become free?Pastor James shares biblical insight from his upcoming book, The Secret of the Soul Tie, explaining the difference between the spirit, soul, and body, how unhealthy soul ties develop, and the practical steps to break free from emotional and spiritual bondage.If you've ever struggled to move on from a relationship, carried emotional wounds, battled rejection, or wondered why certain patterns keep repeating, this conversation is for you.In this episode you'll learn:✔️ What a soul tie really is (and what it isn't)✔️ The difference between your spirit, soul, and body✔️ Signs you're trapped in an unhealthy soul tie✔️ Why toxic relationships are so difficult to leave✔️ How emotional wounds distort your identity✔️ Why time doesn't heal all wounds—growth does✔️ Biblical steps toward healing and freedomFreedom begins with truth.If this conversation encouraged you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to help someone else find healing.Connect with us:📍 Transforming Faith Christian Center🌐 www.tfcchouston.com#GraceAndTruth #SoulTies #ChristianRelationships #EmotionalHealing #KingdomLiving #PastorJamesEdwards #PastorTiffaneyEdwards #Healing #Faith #Freedom #BiblicalTruth #Relationships #SpiritualGrowth

Jul 7, 2026
Jul 7, 2026
58 min
Can you truly love again after divorce?In this deeply personal episode of Grace & Truth, Pastor Tiffaney Edwards sits down with three remarkable women to continue the conversation on healing after divorce. Together, they share their stories of heartbreak, accountability, restoration, and the hope of finding love again through God's guidance.Rather than focusing on blame, these women courageously reflect on the choices they made, the red flags they ignored, and the healing God accomplished in their lives. Their transparency offers encouragement to anyone navigating divorce, singleness, or the journey toward emotional and spiritual restoration.In this episode:Why God can restore your life after divorceTaking personal accountability instead of placing blameLearning to trust God after heartbreakThe danger of ignoring red flagsHealing from trauma before dating againWhy self-worth must come before relationshipsWaiting on God's timing instead of rushing into loveHow to know you're truly ready to love againThe role of forgiveness, grace, and repentanceHope for anyone rebuilding after divorceThis conversation is filled with honesty, biblical wisdom, and practical encouragement for anyone wondering whether life—and love—can begin again.If this episode encouraged you, Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs hope today.Grace & Truth is where faith, love, and life collide.#GraceAndTruth #LoveAfterDivorce #Healing #ChristianRelationships #DivorceRecovery #Faith #Dating #Marriage #Singleness #Restoration

Jul 1, 2026
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

Jun 24, 2026
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 20, 2026
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 16, 2026
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 7, 2026
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 3, 2026
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




