Eighth & Grace with Brandy Dawson

By: Brandy Dawson
  • Summary

  • Ever feel like life just gets hard and MESSY sometimes? Because, girl - ME TOO. Welcome to the Eighth & Grace Podcast. I’m Brandy. Daily, I delicatly juggle and balance being a mama, wife, nanna B, seminary student, writer, Bible teacher, coffee re-heater, and recovering overthinker. Also, going on 16-years of being a Nurse Practitioner. So when I say I’ve seen messy, I reallyyyy mean it. But, the physical body can sometimes be a lot easier to treat than the emotional and spiritual aspects of our body. You see the pain, most of the time, you can fix the pain. Our faith and emotions aren’t quite so obvious. After walking alongside women through the high and hard seasons of life, I wanted to create a grace space for messy faith - so we can all know we aren’t alone and be singing GIRL ME TOO collectively. WE are in this TOGETHER. Life is hard. AND you're covered in grace. Life is complicated. AND you can still hope again. Both can be true and I want to stand with you as I remind us that God is still good. Even when this world is broken. Eighth & Grace is a hub for broken vessels so we will be covering everything from the mundane moments of everyday life and self exploration to clinging to our faith and holding onto the thread of Jesus garment. Girl, you’ve got a place here. And I’m so honored to be part of your journey. Let's grow together. I’m Brandy and this is the Eighth & Grace Podcast. https://www.brandyadawson.com/
    2025
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Episodes
  • Abiding in Gods Love Through Seasons of Waiting and Striving with Emily Mewborne | Episode 4
    Mar 11 2025

    Have you ever felt like you were striving to earn God's love? In this episode of the eighth & GRACE podcast, I sat down with my friend Emily Mewborne to explore what it means to her to abide in God's love and grace.

    Emily shares her incredible journey from being an artillery officer in the military to working as a pastor's assistant in ministry at Seacoast Church, in an unexpected turn of events. We dive deep into her experiences from singleness, to traveling solo from Colorado to Charleston - by the leading of the Holy Spirit to a women's conference, moving on a whim after her experience there, mission trips to TOGO Africa, and the powerful lessons she learned about spiritual warfare and God's faithfulness along the way.

    Key Insights from our conversation:

    • The difference between living from God's love versus living from His love
    • How waiting seasons can be transformative when we trust God's timing
    • The reality of spiritual warfare and the authority we have in Christ
    • The importance of abiding in God's presence rather than striving in our own strength

    Emily's story reminds us that God's love isnt something we have to earn- it's freely given. Whether you're in a season of waiting or facing spiritual battles, this episode will encourage you to rest in God's grace and trust His perfect timing.

    Highlights you won't want to miss:

    • Emily's powerful encounter with spiritual warfare in Togo
    • How God used Emily's wating seasons to prepare her for His purpose
    • The beautiful mission of Francis + Benedict, empowering women in TOGO Africa
    • A heartfelt prayer for those in waiting seasons

    If you've ever struggled with feeling like you have to earn's God love or approval, this episode is for you. It's real, beautifully vulnerable, uncut, unedited, and off the cuff. Join us a we explore what it truly means to abide in God's love and grace.

    Remember, friend, you are deeply loved by a God who sees you, knows you, and delights in you. Not because of what you do, but because of who you are – His beloved child. Let's learn to live from that love, allowing it to transform every aspect of our lives.

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    51 mins
  • 3. Discovering Your Unique Brand of Beautiful: Embracing God’s Grace in Life Transitions with Bailie White
    Mar 4 2025

    Have you ever felt like an imposter in your own life? Like the path you've chosen doesn't quite align with who you truly are?

    In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with my dear friend Bailie White to explore the beauty and challenges of following God's call, even when it means letting go of what we've built.

    Bailey shares her journey of building a multi-million dollar travel business, only to realize it no longer fit with the person she was becoming. With raw honesty, she opens up about the difficult decision to sell her company and step into the unknown, trusting God's plan even when she couldn't see the next steps.

    Finding Purpose in Life's Transitions
    • The struggle of feeling like a "square peg in a round hole" in your own life
    • Wrestling with God's call and finding peace in the midst of uncertainty
    • How God uses our past experiences to prepare us for future callings
    • Learning to embrace your unique story and "brand of beautiful"
    Wisdom for Your Journey
    • The importance of quieting the noise and reconnecting with your true self
    • Why there's room for everyone's unique voice and calling
    • How to find hope and purpose even when life takes unexpected turns

    "God has a way of taking your darkest moments and turning it into the first line of your testimony." - Bailie White

    Whether you're facing a major life transition or simply trying to discern your next steps, this conversation will inspire you to trust God's plan and embrace the beautiful story He's writing in your life.

    Follow Bailie here!

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    33 mins
  • 02. Ready As You Are: Silencing the Lies of Disqualification with Cassandra Speer
    Feb 25 2025

    Have you ever felt unprepared for God's calling? In this soul-stirring episode, I sit down with my dear friend, VP of HerTrueWorth, and author, Cassandra Speer to discuss her upcoming, co-written with Britt Maher, book, "Ready As You Are." We dive deep into the heart of what it means to embrace our identity in Christ and step into our purpose, even when we feel inadequate.

    My unexpected journey to this interview became a living testament to trusting God's lead, even when it doesn't align with our carefully laid plans.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Embracing our identity in Christ, rather than worldly qualifications
    • The importance of women's voices in the Kingdom of God
    • How our perceived inadequacies can be invitations to depend on God
    • Letting go of the need to "get ready" before coming to God

    Cassandra shares her own journey of feeling unqualified, from her days as a hairstylist to becoming a seminary student and author. Her story reminds us that God uses every experience to prepare us for His purpose.

    Follow Cass here: https://www.instagram.com/cassandralspeer/?hl=en
    Snag her book here: https://readyasyouare.com/

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    48 mins

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