Let’s Get Real with Justin and Trisha Davis

Episode 072: Open Hands, Willing Heart: Vivian Mabuni on Waiting, Surrender, and Speaking Hope

What does it really mean to wait on God? To open our hands, release control, and trust His timing? In this conversation, Vivian Mabuni invites us into her story of returning to seminary later in life, writing her book Open Hands, Willing Heart, and learning to surrender with both courage and clarity.
Vivian shares how waiting isn’t passive—it’s a steady, patient readiness that allows God to settle our hearts and bring clarity. She talks about what it means to live with a posture of surrender, not as resignation but as faithful obedience. We also explore the role of proximity and presence and why being with people who are different from us shapes our compassion, changes our language, and deepens our leadership.
If you’ve ever wrestled with timing, struggled to let go of control, or wondered how to walk more faithfully in your calling, Vivian’s wisdom will encourage and challenge you in all the right ways.
 
Resources & Links
Vivian’s site: vivianmabuni.com
Her book Open Hands, Willing Heart: HERE
Warrior in Pink:HERE
Listen to Vivian on God Hears Her: godhearsher.org/podcast
Follow Vivian on Instagram: @vivmabuni
Justin & Trisha’s new book: One Choice Away from Change → Order Here
Follow us on Instagram: @justindavis33 | @trishdavis_

Episode 071: No One Is Too Far Gone: Cristina Baker’s Story of Redemption

In this powerful conversation, Trisha sits down with Cristina Baker to talk about her incredible journey from brokenness and addiction to freedom and faith in Christ. Cristina vulnerably shares her past struggles, including her arrest, suicidal thoughts, and feelings of hopelessness, and how God radically transformed her life.
Together, they discuss:
The reality of addiction, trauma, and living a double life
How God met Cristiana in the most unexpected places
The power of prayer and prophetic words in her journey to Jesus
Why truth—not “my truth”—is what sets us free
Encouragement for those who know Jesus but feel far from Him today
Cristina’s story is a beautiful reminder that no one is too far gone, and that God’s love meets us in our darkest moments.
Links & Resources
Connect with Cristina on Instagram: @itscristinabaker
Learn more about her ministry and resources: Cristina Baker Website 
Follow Justin & Trisha on Instagram: @justindavis33 | @trishdavis_

Ep 070: When Life Gets Messy: Finding God in the Middle of It All with Justin and Trish Davis

Let’s be honest, life rarely unfolds the way we want it to. Sometimes it’s not just one challenge, but layers of messes: financial struggles, relational breakdowns, unmet expectations, that pile on top of each other until everything feels overwhelming.
In this candid episode, Justin and Trish open up about what they call the messy middle. From a hilarious (and slightly cringe-worthy) vacation story Justin has never shared publicly before, to the very real struggles of shame, blame, and grief, this conversation explores what it looks like to stop hiding the mess and instead invite God into it.
You’ll discover:
Why the “quick fix” of sweeping problems under the rug doesn’t actually work
The danger of trying to “move on” instead of “moving through”
How grief can actually bring freedom and healing
Biblical insights on how God meets us in our most unfiltered, unsanitized places
If you’re walking through a season that feels overwhelming, this episode will remind you that your mess doesn’t disqualify you, it may just be the very place God wants to meet you.
Links and Resources
Follow Justin on Instagram: @justindavis33
Follow Trish on Instagram: @trishdavis_
Learn more about marriage, relationships, and resources at justinandtrisha.com

Episode 069: Growing Beyond Fear, Scarcity, and Self-Sabotage: A Conversation with Mary Marantz

In this powerful and vulnerable episode of the Let’s Get Real Podcast, Justin and Trish sit down with bestselling author, speaker, and podcast host Mary Marantz. From growing up in a single-wide trailer in rural West Virginia to graduating from Yale Law School, Mary’s story is one of resilience, grit, and grace.
Mary opens up about her journey of overcoming a scarcity mindset, wrestling with the wounds of childhood, and learning to expand her capacity for trust, worthiness, and calling. Together, we explore her latest book, Underestimated, where she takes a “systematic takedown of fear” and unpacks how fear shows up as perfectionism, procrastination, overthinking, imposter syndrome, and even a fear of success.
If you’ve ever felt like your past disqualifies you, or if fear and self-sabotage have kept you from stepping into what God has for you, this conversation will encourage you to believe that your story is not defined by where you started.
Links and Resources
Connect with Mary Marantz: marymarantz.com
Mary’s book Underestimated: Order here
Mary’s first book Dirt: Order here
Listen to The Mary Marantz Show: HERE
Follow Mary on Instagram: @marymarantz
Connect with Justin & Trisha:
Website: justinandtrisha.com
Instagram: @justindavis33 | @trishdavis_
Book: One Choice Away from Change – Order here

Episode 068: From Failure to Freedom: A Conversation on Forgiveness with Micah E. Davis

On this special episode of the Let’s Get Real podcast, Justin and Trish sit down with their oldest son, Micah E. Davis, pastor, new dad-to-be, and two-time author, on the release day of his new book, Three Strikes, You’re Forgiven.
Together, they have an honest and vulnerable conversation about:
Why our culture is obsessed with failure and “cancel culture”
Micah’s personal journey with forgiveness, from childhood wounds to adulthood struggles
The four movements of forgiveness: forgiving others, asking for forgiveness, forgiving yourself, and forgiving God
How confession, transparency, and community lead to true healing
Why forgiveness isn’t “letting someone off the hook” but a pathway to freedom
This conversation is both deeply personal and universally relevant. Whether you’re wrestling with forgiving a parent, struggling to forgive yourself, or wondering how to live forgiveness in daily relationships, Micah’s story offers a roadmap toward redemption and hope.
Links & Resources
Micah’s New Book: Three Strikes, You’re Forgiven
Micah’s Website: micahedavis.com
The Sanctuary Church (Indianapolis): sanctuaryindy.com 
Follow Micah on Instagram: @micahedavis
Connect with Justin & Trish on Instagram: @justindavis33 | @trishdavis_

Episode 067: Lessons Learned from Repeated Mistakes with Justin and Trisha Davis

Why do we keep doing the very things we don’t want to do? In this candid episode, Justin and Trisha open up about the beliefs, choices, patterns and cycles that can feel impossible to break: from scarcity mindsets to generational habits passed down without us even realizing it.
They share personal stories, honest struggles, and the surprising key to change: naming the cycles that keep us stuck. Because when you can name it, you can begin to change it.
Whether you’re wrestling with family patterns, fear, or simply the belief that “this is just who I am,” this conversation will encourage you to take one small but powerful step toward freedom.
 
Links and Resources:
Connect with us: justinandtrisha.com
Follow Justin on Instagram: @justindavis33
Follow Trisha on Instagram: @trishdavis_
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Let’s Get Real Podcast
 

Episode 066: Simplifying the Bible: A Conversation with Zach Windahl

Kicking off Season 7, Justin and Trish sit down with author and creator Zach Windahl to talk about his new book The Bible Simplified and his passion for helping people understand God’s Word. Zach shares his journey from being overwhelmed by Scripture to falling in love with it, and how he now equips others to do the same.
In this conversation, they cover:
Why so many people feel intimidated by the Bible
How cultural context changes the way we read Scripture
Moving from head knowledge to heart transformation
The role of doubt in strengthening our faith
Practical tools for starting to read (and actually enjoy) the Bible
Whether you’re a lifelong believer, new to faith, or somewhere in between, this episode will give you fresh encouragement and a roadmap for engaging God’s Word with confidence.
Links & Resources
Follow Zach on Instagram & TikTok: @zachwindahl
Check out his website: zachwindahl.com
Grab a copy of The Bible Simplified  on Amazon
Connect with Justin & Trish on Instagram: @justindavis33 | @trishdavis_

Episode 065: Season Six Wrap-Up: Reflections, Redemption & One Choice Away

Season Six Wrap-Up: Reflections, Redemption & One Choice Away
Episode DescriptionIn the Season 6 finale, Justin and Trish Davis reflect on their favorite moments and powerful conversations from the past few months. From themes of reconciliation and church hurt to parenting, addiction, and spiritual growth, this episode highlights how transformation begins with honesty and continues with courage.
They revisit impactful interviews with guests like Derwin and Vicki Gray, Ian Morgan Cron, Brandon Heath, Lisa Whittle, Dr. Alison Cook, and Steve Carter—each offering a unique story of resilience and faith. Trish vulnerably shares about the loss of her father and how the journey toward forgiveness reshaped her life. Justin opens up about navigating hurt and healing in leadership and church settings.
The Davises also share a personal announcement: they’re going to be grandparents! (Yes, seriously!) Season 6 may be wrapping up, but this episode is packed with encouragement, wisdom, and a call to trust God and take that next courageous step.
Links and/or Resources🎧 365 Connecting Questions for Couples by Casey & Meygan Caston: Buy on Amazon📖 One Choice Away from Change by Justin & Trish Davis: Get Your Copy📖 The Fix by Ian Morgan Cron📖 Grieve, Breathe, Receive by Steve Carter📖 I Shouldn’t Feel This Way by Dr. Alison Cook📖 Lit Up With Love by Dr. Derwin Gray📍Have topic ideas for Season 7? Email us: admin@refineus.org📲 Follow Justin on Instagram: @justindavis33📲 Follow Trish on Instagram: @trishdavis_💬 Share this episode and leave a review to help others find real conversations that lead to real transformation.

Episode 064: Restoration, Intimacy & The Truth About Marriage: A Conversation with Tony & Alisa DiLorenzo

Episode Title: Restoration, Intimacy & The Truth About Marriage (with Tony & Alisa DiLorenzo)
Episode Description:
Tony & Alisa DiLorenzo from One Extraordinary Marriage join Justin & Trish to share their powerful story—from a near-divorce to launching a global marriage movement. In this episode, they unpack how a 60-day sex challenge became a catalyst for healing, how to build all 6 types of intimacy (not just sexual), and why 2025 is a year of restoration for relationships.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward in your marriage, this conversation is filled with hope, humor, and practical tools to help you grow stronger together.
Links & Resources:
Website: oneextraordinarymarriage.com
Podcast: One Extraordinary Marriage Show
Book: The 6 Pillars of Intimacy
Justin & Trish: justinandtrisha.com
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Episode 063: Take the Stairs, Face the Storm: Rory Vaden on Leadership, Calling, and Running Toward Hard Things

🎙️ Episode Title: Take the Stairs, Face the Storm: Rory Vaden on Leadership, Calling, and Running Toward Hard Things
 
In this powerful conversation, Justin & Trish Davis sit down with Rory Vaden—NYT bestselling author of Take the Stairs and co-founder of Brand Builders Group—to talk about calling, imposter syndrome, and why the storms we fear most are often the doors to transformation.
Rory shares his journey from crying on a street corner to coaching leaders like Ed Mylett, Amy Porterfield, and John Maxwell. He unpacks the Buffalo Principle, explains how fear is often spiritual distraction, and challenges listeners to serve the person they once were. This episode is packed with wisdom, truth, and encouragement for anyone who feels called to more.
🔗 Resources Mentioned:
🧠 Brand Builders Group
📘 Take the Stairs (book)
🦬 Be the Buffalo (kids book)
🎯 Free Brand Strategy Call
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