This Week at Grit & Grace
It has been a full week of conversations, creativity, and sharing what God has carried me through. I was honored to appear on two different podcasts, published a personal story about how painting helped me find my voice, and spent a little time behind the scenes working on what comes next.
My Conversation on Living Proof
I joined Larry C. for an open conversation about addiction, recovery, faith, mental health, and the experiences that have shaped my life and ministry. We also talked about the purpose behind Grit and Grace and the power of sharing our stories so others know they are not alone.
My Life in the Studio
Painting Behind the Scenes
What began with painting rocks during a difficult season of recovery became a lasting way for me to process, create, and reconnect with parts of myself I could not always explain. In this personal post, I share how painting became part of my healing—and some of the supplies that have helped me along the way.
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Behind the Scenes
at Grit and Grace
This is what life looks like behind the microphone. Some days I’m preparing content for the podcast, writing the weekly blog, recording an episode, or sitting in the studio editing everything together. Other days, BamBam and I are doing a Bible study on TikTok Live—or turning up the music and doing a little karaoke.
Josh is often part of the process too. He joins me for episodes, helps with the website, troubleshoots equipment, and keeps things running when technology decides to test my sanctification.
Every picture and video here offers a small glimpse into the work, laughter, faith, family, and occasional chaos that go into creating Grit and Grace.
Golden Summer:
Reflections of Gratitude
Tonya's Golden Summer Playlist
Summer has a way of slowing us down and reminding us to enjoy God's blessings.
Whether you're sitting on the porch, taking a walk, or watching the sunset, this playlist was created to bring peace, hope, and encouragement to your day.
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A summer series about slowing down, noticing God's goodness, and finding grace in everyday life.
FEATURED, RANKED, & RECOGNIZED
Grit and Grace with Tonya Bruton has been recognized by Feedspot as one of the Best Christian Addiction Podcasts, ranking #7 on their 2026 list. The podcast has also been featured on Feedspot’s Best Texas Christian Podcasts list and noted by Million Podcasts.
Tonya Bruton is also a two-time Podcast of the Year nominee through the Prayze Factor Awards.
Through honest conversations about faith, recovery, mental health, trauma, grief, and real-life resilience, Grit and Grace continues to offer hope, encouragement, and biblical truth for people walking through hard seasons and learning to heal with God’s grace.
