Charlotte Guest: Thriving in the Empty Nest Years
What happens when the house grows quiet and the children are gone? For many parents, the empty nest years can feel uncertain—but they can also become one of the most meaningful and purpose-filled seasons of life.
On this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Charlotte Guest shares her heart for encouraging others to embrace their encore years with faith, courage, and expectation. Charlotte opens up about her personal journey into writing and podcasting, reminding us that God is always calling us forward. Together, we talk about what it looks like to live life fully, stay spiritually equipped by putting on the full armor of God, and remain open to the new passions He places within us.
If you’re navigating the transition of an empty nest—or sensing God calling you into something new—this conversation will encourage you to move forward with confidence, purpose, and joy.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
How to embrace the empty nest years as a season of opportunity
Why God continues to invite us into new callings at every stage of life
The importance of putting on the full armor of God
About Charlotte Guest:
Having a passion for people and a desire to encourage others during the encore years, Charlotte Guest hosts the international podcast ministry Empty Nest Guests. She is an author and creator of four YouVersion Bible plans, including The Blessed Empty Nest. Charlotte and her husband are preparing to release an empty nest devotional and serve together as marriage mentors.
Charlotte lives in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area with her husband, Gordy. They enjoy time with their three adult children, their spouses, and four grandchildren. Charlotte is energized by sunshine, serving others, prayer, pet therapy, publishing, and helping people uncover their personal mission statement.
🔗 Learn more: https://charlotteguest.com
Resources mentioned: Empty Nest, Full Life by Jill Savage
Jim Burns with HomeWord
Podcast interview with Joni Topper: Yes to God for a Surprisingly Joy-filled Way
