What if the thing that looks too small, too late or too crazy is exactly where God is inviting you? In the October/November 2026 issue of Leading Hearts,, every story starts with something that looked like a limitation that God stepped into to build something more amazing.
ON THE COVER
Award-winning suspense novelist DiAnn Mills shows how to quiet the voices that take aim at your worth and anchor your hope in what God has already said.
WE’RE ALSO KICKING OFF THE HOLIDAYS
As Thanksgiving and the holidays approach, Stacy Sanchez finds the abundance we almost miss, Edie Melson gives a “Give, Don’t Add” social media strategy for Christian leaders.
MUSIC AND MORE
Publisher Linda Evans Shepherd and editor Amber Weigand-Buckley tell the founding story of Leading Hearts from both sides of one “crazy yes.” Former psychic medium Jenn Nizza reveals the spiritual doors we open without knowing it. Katie Hornor explains why your God-given gift was never meant to stay hidden.
Rhonda Rhea finds overflowing gratitude in an overflowing inbox. You’ll also find marriage ideas from Pam Farrel, a conversation with Centricity Music artist Rachel Purcell, Cynthia L. Simmons on making moments that matter for eternity, and Penelope Carlevato on bearing fruit in life’s later seasons, with her family-favorite white chicken chili recipe.
Faith for your next yes, whatever season you’re in.
CONTENTS OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026
WHAT’S INSIDE: OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026
4 — The Crazy Yes
Linda Evans Shepherd shares how an unexpected invitation from God led her to launch Leading Hearts and why sometimes all we need is faith for the next yes.
6 — On the Flip Side of a Crazy Yes
Amber Weigand-Buckley shares how God can transform a season of loss into an unexpected new beginning when we trust Him with our dreams.
8 — The Gift You’ve Been Given Wasn’t Meant to Stay Hidden
Katie Horner explores how to value your God-given gifts, serve others with excellence, and receive fair compensation without guilt.
10 — With Love & Appreciation
Pam Farrel offers creative ways to show your husband appreciation and keep the love and romance alive in your marriage.
12 — Darkness in Disguise
Former psychic medium Jenn Nizza exposes the dangers of deception and shares how to recognize spiritual counterfeits.
14 — Hope in All Seasons
DiAnn Mills encourages readers to find hope, strength, and renewed purpose through life’s changing seasons.
18 — The Keys to Keep Going
In an interview with Lisa Burris Burns, recording artist Rachel Purcell shares her musical journey, creative collaborations, and the faith behind her message to keep going.
20 — The Big Question with Cynthia L. Simmons
How can we trade the frantic rush of daily agendas for meaningful moments that echo in eternity?
22 — The Abundance We Almost Miss
Stacy Sanchez shares five simple ways to recognize everyday blessings and become an answer to someone else’s prayer for just enough.
24 — A Call I Almost Ignored
Linda Evans Shepherd recounts how an unexpected opportunity to co-write a book with Bill Fay became a ministry that reached people around the world.
26 — Still Bearing Fruit
Penelope Carlevato celebrates the joys of growing older, embracing new seasons, and discovering that God’s purpose for us never expires.
30 — Give, Don’t Add
Edie Melson offers a thoughtful holiday social media strategy that gives audiences encouragement and practical help instead of more pressure.
32 — Another Meeting (that should have been an email)
Rhonda Rhea humorously tackles overflowing inboxes and reminds readers to pursue a life overflowing with gratitude rather than unnecessary distractions.
