Karmen Smith: Speaker

Speaking and Events 


Real stories. Real life. Real faith.


That’s what you’ll hear from Karmen, whether visiting this online space, listening at an in-person event, or joining us on the podcast or on social media. Stories make us laugh and cry and often reveal to us we’re not that different after all. Jesus is no doubt the best storyteller of all time!

My heartfelt prayer is for you to be encouraged through the written and spoken Word and to get excited about living a life of REAL faith. It would be my absolute delight to share with you and your people. Name the time and place—living room or ballroom, church or gymnasium. I look forward to our time together!

Upcoming Events

Broadway Baptist Church

March 15, 2025
Rainsville, AL

(Public Event)

CRBC Women’s Retreat

March 28, 2025 - March 30, 2025
Pigeon Forge, TN

(Private Event)

Long Beach Road Ladies Event

May 17, 2025
Southport, NC

(Public Event)

Speaking Sample

Speaking Topics

No more fake faith!  Let’s take a look at REAL faith as we visit real life stories. Jesus wants to take you places you’ve never dreamed of going to do things you never thought possible!  Just say “yes”.

What does it look like in real life to walk more faithful than fearful? Boldness moves. When we have a fixed focus on Jesus, He makes us brave! Truth serves as catalyst. We can walk boldly into what Jesus has called us to do because of what He’s already done!

What does it mean to pray boldly?  Can I talk to God like that?  Learn to pray God’s Word to shed light on your circumstance and experience the difference. God often answers: yes, no, wait or are you kidding me?!

Serve where you are, with what you have. Position yourself to serve the body of Christ in bold ways. If you have a pulse, you have a purpose!

The truth: Our children need Jesus more than they need us. Train brave kids by practicing one brave thing per day. Practice the discipline of boldness together.

Change the game!  Knowledge in action . . . What’s your BOLD? Join the movement to learn to live boldly so that others marvel at the work of Jesus in you!   

…But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope you have…”
1 Peter 3:15 NIV

What Others Are Saying

“It has been a gift from the Lord to us to have Karmen as our Junior High Girl Speaker for the last two years. Karmen has a heart for ladies of all ages. God has gifted her in speaking truth into the lives of all those around her. She is a student of God’s Word and is current on the culture of our youth. The minute we had our summer camp dates for 2019 I sent her a text requesting her to be our speaker. She is one of the most positive friends and is always encouraging. SHE IS REAL! You see Jesus when she walks in the room!”
— Kathy Johnson, Program Director, Camp Ta-Pa-Win-Go

“I heard Karmen Smith speak at the Hope and Joy Women’s Conference in October 2018 at Thousand Hills Cowboy Church. I was personally moved by her testimony in a very powerful way. I felt as she prayed that I was lifting closer to God. I have had such a closer walk with Jesus since this day. I pray for Karmen Smith and her family.”
— Nancy, Event Attendee

“I’ve loved Karmen since the moment we met. She speaks directly to the heart from a heart changed by the heart of God. One of the most real women I know. She would be an asset to any event.”
— Debbie, Event Attendee

Karmen’s Official Bio

Karmen’s genuine care for people make her a friend to everyone and a stranger to no one. With her authentic Southern charm that both motivates and inspires, Karmen shares real stories about real life, challenging others to trust God in the midst of all of life’s struggles. She is a natural and gifted teacher and communicator, and not just because she holds an MA in Elementary Education, having taught for over a decade. She’s a wife and busy boy mom of five, raising them to do one brave thing a day on their Alabama farm.

Karmen’s faith has been stretched and grown through journeys of infertility, loss, fostering, and adoption (not to mention business ownership, home schooling, and so much more). She’s learned that when you #PrayBig things happen and how important it is to keep showin’ up! So, grab that glass of sweet tea or a cup of coffee, pull up a seat on the front porch, and prepare to be both inspired and challenged by the blessings and wisdom Karmen has to share.

Karmen Smith Official Bio

For Event Planners

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Real Life. Real Stories. Real Faith.

Christian author, speaker, and podcaster Karmen Smith loves to encourage you with real stories about real life and real faith in Christ. So, grab yourself a cup of coffee or a glass of sweet tea, pull up a chair and join Karmen for real conversations as she challenges you to #PrayBig through her When You Pray Big Things Happen journal and Keep Showin’ Up podcast! 

Keep Showin' Up with Karmen Smith
Pray Big Journal

Let’s Stay in Touch!

My hope is to encourage you with real stories about real life and real faith in Christ to help you keep showin’ up in your daily walk with Jesus. I invite you to subscribe here for the latest updates and faith-filled stories from the farm.