Stephanie Ehmke: Meet Steph

It’s So Nice to Meet You!

I’m Stephanie, a wife, mother, pastor, author, speaker, counselor, friend, and a passionate advocate of hope.

It’s not easy to believe in hope these days, but this is God’s calling on my life: To Proclaim Hope! I’ve seen it and know that it’s real. Some days it’s elusive, but through the person of Jesus, it is there. My goal is to help you not only find it, but experience the truth found in Scripture, that “Hope does not disappoint”.

Through my writing, speaking, and counseling, I pray you find the hope you are searching for here.

Storyteller · Author · Speaker · Pastor · Counselor
Passionate Advocate of Hope

About Stephanie

Hi, I’m Stephanie!

I believe the calling on my life it to answer the one question I hear more than any other: “Is hope real?” I regularly sit with people who are hurting. Sometimes it’s a health crisis. Other times it’s financial strain, a wayward child, the ache of grief, or a marriage on the edge. The circumstances may vary, but the core question is the same: “Can I trust that God will show up in my pain?”

In a world that often feels broken and heavy, I believe this is a fair and honest question Over time, I have come to know—not just theologically, but personally and practically—that God is faithful. Through His Son Jesus Christ, and through His Word, I have seen and experienced that real, beautiful and life-changing hope.

While I believe this to be true, I also know how hard it can be to hold on to hope when you’re in the middle of the struggle. Pain has a way of muffling God’s voice. And when you can’t hear Him, hope feels far away.

Whether in my writing, speaking, pastoring, or counseling, my purpose is to gently point people back to the heart of God and the truth of His Word.

Stephanie Ehmke: Meet Steph

I mine God’s Word for the treasures buried in it, and then I share what I find, praying it meets you right where you are.

I pray that through the words you find here, through the stories, the Scriptures, and the spaces of vulnerability, you’ll encounter the steady, life-giving hope of Christ. If you’re in a season where you can’t quite see or hear hope, I want you to know: I see it. I believe in it. And I’ll hold it for you until you can believe again, too.

Steph’s Favorite Reads

I am an avid reader, never going anywhere without a book in my hand, which prompts many questions about my favorite books. While the list is long, a handful of books have profoundly shaped me, and I read them at least once every two years.

  • Hinds’ Feet On High Places by Hannah Hurnard
  • Run with the Horses by Eugene Peterson
  • The Journey of Desire by John Eldredge
  • The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer
  • In the Name of Jesus by Henri Nouwen
  • The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen
  • Streams in the Desert by L. B Cowman
  • “Hinds’ Feet On High Places” by Hannah Hurnard
  • “Run with the Horses” by Eugene Peterson
  • “The Journey of Desire” by John Eldredge
  • “The Pursuit of God” by A.W. Tozer
  • In the Name of Jesus” by Henri Nouwen
  • "The Return of the Prodigal Son” by Henri Nouwen
  • “Streams in the Desert” by L. B Cowman

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    Stephanie Ehmke, MA, LPC

    Stephanie Ehmke is a licensed professional counselor, speaker, pastor, and author who has spent her career walking alongside people in crisis with compassion, clarity, and Christ-centered hope. With deep roots in both ministry and mental health, she serves individuals and families navigating grief, trauma, marital issues, spiritual struggles, and life transitions.

    Stephanie is licensed as a professional counselor in both Missouri and Michigan, and she holds a Master of Arts in Counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri.

    Her undergraduate degree in ministry was earned from St. Louis Christian College in Florissant, Missouri.

    Whether speaking at conferences, teaching in church settings, or writing her next book, Stephanie is passionate about answering the question so many people are quietly asking: Is hope real? Her answer is a resounding yes.

    With warmth, wisdom, and authenticity, Stephanie invites others to rediscover the faithfulness of God and the unshakable hope found in His Word.

    What Others Have to Say

    • “I absolutely devoured this book, finishing in under 24 hours. It was so refreshing to see that walking with God means that your life does not magically become perfect, and it is okay to be messy and be a follower of Jesus.”
      Brooklyn S.
    • “Stephanie is one of the most dynamic, passionate, honest speakers that I have met. She uses her sense of humor and wit to capture the audience, and I would strongly recommend her as a speaker to anyone who wants a solid message of experience, strength, and hope.”
      Amy W.
    • “Stephanie is very patient and also knowledgeable. She is able to listen and understand the bigger picture or the causes of the problems. She is gentle with no judgment and quickly assesses the situation, so there is more awareness and solutions rather than blame.”
      Ally C.
    • “Stephanie is a naturally therapeutic counselor and teacher. She presents in a very mature, concise, and understandable kind of way. Her delivery of complicated wisdom is done with passion and clarity, allowing the listener a way in which to integrate her messages into their daily lives. She is a trusted colleague and a very talented communicator.”
      Norfleet F.

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