Sweeter with Honey Podcast: Recent Episodes
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God has placed dreams deep within the heart of every woman. Join author and speaker Honey Wiggs every other week as she helps awaken dreams and inspire creative ways to add sweetness to every area of life. Whether it is in your journey of being a mom, decisions about schooling, creating adventures, treasured moments, amazing experiences or fulfilling a lifelong dream, Honey and her guests will give you a fresh new way to think about life and how to make it even sweeter.
Have you experienced times of spiritual dryness, times when you feel very distant from God? I have. Join me as we discuss this topic and find encouragement through God’s Word.
Whether you're marveling at a rainbow after a storm or reflecting on its deeper meaning, the rainbow is more than just a natural phenomenon—it's a powerful symbol and reminder of God’s promise to Noah and us. Let’s take a look at the science and promise behind the rainbow.
In 2 Kings 4: 1-7, we find a widow that has a desperate need, and about to lose everything, including her two sons. There are so many lessons that can help us with our faith and walk in difficult times. Let’s dig in and see how this passage helps us discover about sharing our struggles, assumed insignificance, preparation for abundance, helping others, God’s miracles, and godly counsel.
Recently I had a great conversation with another podcaster friend of mine named Dea Irby. She is the host of “Hear Where You Belong” podcast. We talk about the powerful impact of creating spaces where women can truly feel connected and supported. I share how I came to build the hive community, designed for women to engage in meaningful activities such as bible studies, prayer and fasting, and fun events, all while fostering a sense of belonging. Sweeter Life Ministries purpose is to create unique experiences for women to foster deep, authentic relationships with each other and Christ. So, if you would, please click the link in the description of this episode and take a listen to my interview with Dea Irby on her “Hear Where You Belong” podcast.
"Hear Where You Belong” Episode 7: The Hive of Belonging: Awakening Dreams and Building Community with Honey Wiggs
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Have you ever been in a situation where you have been blinded to something and realize it has been for your protection? That happened to me recently and I share the CRAZY story with you in this episode as well as great parallels with Elisha in 2 Kings 6.
Whenever I need encouragement, I always go to the book of Ephesians. It emphasizes the unity of the church as the body of Christ and the spiritual blessings believers receive through faith. It highlights His grace, salvation, and the transformation of life through Christ, urging believers to live in harmony, love, and righteousness. Listen in as I read the entire 6 chapters from the New Living Translation.
When you hear the phrase, “praise and worship,” the image that commonly comes to mind is the musical component of a church service. However, these two words go much deeper than that. Let’s dig into the meanings of these words and how we see these terms lived out, not only on Sunday’s but also every day of our lives.
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How often do you pour your heart out to a friend when you are going through a tough time? Are those conversations long or short? Do you have the same types of conversations with God for the same amount of time you would with a friend? Join me as we discuss this on today’s episode!
Do you ever find yourself following the calling God has given you, and all the sudden, start looking at others around you? Doubt, fear, comparison, even resentment start to creep in. I saw this happen with the apostle Peter in John 21 and found words of wisdom that Jesus shared. Join me on today's podcast and let's dive in.
On this episode we are picking up our conversation with author and slow living advocate, Jodi Grubbs. Her new book, "Live Slowly, A Gentle Invitation to Exhale," is a must read. She grew up on the island of Bonaire and gives amazing pictures of what transformations from hurried and busy to gentle and slow look like in our lives. Give yourself permission to pause, exhale, release and feel held by Jesus as we dive into her story and the 18 slow living shifts that can change your life.
Jodi Grubbs is a slow living advocate. Her new book, "Live Slowly, A Gentle Invitation to Exhale," is a must read. She grew up on the island of Bonaire and gives amazing pictures of what transformations from hurried and busy to gentle and slow look like in our lives. Give yourself permission to pause, exhale, release and feel held by Jesus as we dive into her story and the 18 slow living shifts that can change your life.
Rest. Sometimes we know we need it and sometimes we don’t. This is what I realized when meditating on Exodus 33: 12-17. Listen in and be refreshed with how God gives us exactly what we need when we need it.
Do you remember the old “Life Cereal” commercial with Mikey? I think about that as I read Psalm 34:8a. Let’s dig in deeper to the meaning of, “Taste and see that the Lord is good.”
Have you ever found yourself sitting by a fire and getting lost in thought? Watching a fire can calm and relax us or ignite amazing dreams and conversations. But what does the bible say about that flame in our lives? Let's dig deeper together!
Everyone, at one time or another, has been on the receiving end of hurtful words and also have been the ones doling out the hurtful words. If our words have the power of life and death, why do we use them against others and ourselves? Join me on this episode as we unpack that question!
BFF’s! We all say we have them, but are they truly friends that will give anything for you, do anything for you? Friends that have such strong faith that in times of need you can stand on their shoulders or have them hold you up under pressure? The Bible gives us an example of these types of friends in Mark 2! Come take a listen.
We have so much to celebrate this Easter season. Join me as I go through a day by day detailed description of the 8 days of Holy Week. We will start with Palm Sunday and go through Easter Sunday! He is Risen. He is Risen Indeed.
When you hear the word “Habit,” what is the first thing that comes to your mind? Do you know the difference between a habit and discipline? Listen in as we discuss the differences and how we can use that knowledge to grow physically and spiritually.
In my quiet time, using “A Sweeter Study,” I have decided to go through the book of Ecclesiastes, one chapter a week. As I was studying chapter 2 several things came to me that I thought would be interesting to share with you. In this episode, you will truly get a look into my brain and how it works sometimes as I meditate on one passage all week long!
Valentine's Day has many traditions. Have you ever wondered how we got our traditions of giving flowers and cards and signing them X and O? Join me as we find out who Saint Valentine was and how he influenced this worldwide holiday.
Our dreams are planted. God speaks. We take action. We come against a storm. Then what? How will we respond? Psalm 37 gives us instructions and 1 Kings 17 gives us an example to follow. Lets dive into this together and hear encouragement from the Lord.
Have you ever had times in your life when you know you are doing exactly what God told you to do, yet it felt like an uphill battle every step of the way? Let's look at John 6: 14-21 and see what we can learn from the disciples in a similar situation.
I love the beginning of a new year. It always excites me. Setting new goals, finding a “word” or phrase for the year and dreaming are always on the agenda! I love to ask myself the question, “What if?” This question allows me to dream in vivid color. Let’s talk about your dreams and how you can go on a dream date to gain clarity on what God has placed in your heart.
As we get closer to Christmas, let's look at one of the most loved passages of the Christmas season, Isaiah 9: 1-7. Peace at this time of the year can be difficult and this passage gives us such a great picture of how to keep our focus on the Prince of Peace for now and eternity. It is a gift for us and others!
So many people look forward to the Christmas holidays, but as soon as they get here, sometimes the joy turns to dread. Calendars filled with parties, events, school obligations, and more. Anticipation is replaced with overwhelm. Listen in as we use HONEY as an acronym to describe 5 ways to create and keep sweet joy this holiday season.
We are created by a relational God to be relational beings. We may be able to walk into a room and “know” everyone there, but how many people do we really “do life” with? What does that look like? Listen in to gain an understanding of mastery in the area of friendships while uncovering some potential blind spots that may be holding you back from deeper relationships with God and others. Also, my new Bible Study Method is out! Go to Amazon and type in the title, “A Sweeter Study.” They have it on sale right now. Also, if you would leave me a 5-star review and a little blurb, that would be so helpful to me! Here is a link to order: https://amzn.to/44WKKsg
Why is it so incredibly important for us to contend for community? We are in a world that is once again hungry for human connection. Let's talk about that and see the numerous benefits of sharing life with one another.
Also, my new Bible Study Method is out! Go to Amazon and type in the title, “A Sweeter Study.” They have it on sale right now. Also, if you would leave me a 5 start review and a little blurb, that would be so helpful to me! Here is the link to order: https://amzn.to/44WKKsg
Dale and I celebrated 30 years of marriage on October 16th. We have had an adventurous life together, both hard and sweet times. Listen in to our 30-year summary as well as our top 30 tips for a healthy and strong marriage.
There are times when we all feel hopeless in one situation or another; a marriage, a relationship with a child, a friendship, an issue at work, finances…and the list can go on. It is in those times that we can be assured that all is not lost and not only can we have hope, but also overflow with it. Romans 15:13 gives us a formula for how to move from hopelessness to overflowing with hope in all situations.
My new Bible Study Method is out! Go to Amazon and type in the title, “A Sweeter Study.” They have it on sale right now. Also, if you would leave me a 5-star review and a little blurb, that would be so helpful to me! Here is the link to order: https://amzn.to/44WKKsg
I’ve got great news for you today! My new Bible Study Method is out! The title is “A Sweeter Study; Open the Scriptures Empowered by the Holy Spirit” Go to Amazon and type in the title, “A Sweeter Study.” They have it on sale right now which is awesome! Also, if you would leave me a 5 star review and a little blurb, that would be so helpful! Here is the link to purchase: https://amzn.to/44WKKsg
Listen as I share about this amazing bible study method and journal; how it came about as well as how to use it.
If you are a child of the 80’s you, you may have owned an engraved ID bracelet. Do you ever wonder how those were made? Tune in to see what Deuteronomy 6:1-9 has to do with ID bracelets!
Also, if you are wanting to join the waitlist for my new bible study method coming out this fall, “A Sweeter Study,” click this link to receive news of the release! https://bit.ly/44PRd90
Rest, Relax and Renew mean very different things and have very different actions. Join me on this episode to discover how these 3 words and actions build on each other to help in recovery for your physical, mental and spiritual health.
Also, if you are wanting to join the waitlist for my new bible study method coming out this fall, “A Sweeter Study,” click this link to receive news of the release! https://bit.ly/44PRd90
If God inhabits the praise of His people, who do you think inhabits our grumbling? Let's talk more about praise and gratitude and the physical benefits they create to our body.
Also, if you are wanting to join the waitlist for my new bible study method coming out this fall, “A Sweeter Study,” click this link to receive news of the release! https://bit.ly/44PRd90
Have you ever had a moment when you were in a season of quiet, a season of rest, and then God opened doors that you never expected? It is easy to stand at the door and allow fear to keep us from taking the next step. Join me as we unpack some reasons why and look for ways to keep that type of fear away.
Have you heard any of these phrases? “Put your whole self into it.” “It's all or nothing.” “Bring your whole self to the conversation.” “Worship the Lord with your whole self.” I was currently studying the book of 1 John and I was fascinated with the first four verses. Listen to this...
It is amazing to see so many people focusing on outward beauty when God is looking at your inner beauty, and how you reflect Him. There is nothing more beautiful than His reflection in and on you. Listen as I share my friend Annie Wolvers’ blog about Lent, Mascara, and Blac Chyna.
We are now officially into summer and family vacations have begun! Listen in to some of my top tips for ways to make the most of your time and money while creating memories to last a lifetime!
You know the story of the tortoise and the hare, right? So what does that have to do with our walk with Christ? Let's have some fun with this and be encouraged on our journey together!
When I try to add to God’s instructions, things go sideways fast! Our words have massive power over our minds and the “and’s” that I put into play from His one simple instruction causes a destructive domino effect. Listen in for some examples of this from Moses and a major-league baseball player!
Where are my tea lovers out there? You are going to enjoy this episode as we dig into the difference between dipping and steeping in life and in our walk with the Lord.
Have you ever been so slam tired that you begged for rest? Once you received rest, did you want to stay there forever? Me too! However, we have to be careful. Let's uncover some thoughts together about what might happen when camp out in a season of rest.
You are most like the 5 people you spend the most time with. Are those people building you up or tearing you down? Psalm 1 warns us about sitting at the wrong tables. It might be time to leave that table of relationship and create a new one. Let's unpack that together on today's episode!
Spring is here and Summer is just around the corner. How are you doing with those New Year's health goals? Listen in to hear my top 5 tips for living a healthier lifestyle. Feel free to take this free health questionnaire to learn more about the areas of health where you may need improvement. https://bit.ly/HoneysHealthAssessment
Join me in conversation with mom of 8, Dea Irby, as we talk about how we are Claimed by God and the goodness that comes with that. God chose us because He loves us and acknowledged our need for a Savior. He invested in us by sending Jesus to die for us and we are now made for greatness in glorifying God.
Did you know that Jesus’ ministry was predominantly funded by women? God has created women with such amazing qualities to be able to do so many unique things really well, including business. Let's look at some examples and enjoy a fun version of Proverbs 31!
I love the thought from Francis Chan that states there is no such thing as an ordinary typical day. When you think about the vastness of our universe, the bigness of God is magnified beyond our comprehension. Listen in for some mind-blowing statistics!
Do you ever find yourself in a meeting or at a coffee date and the other person is constantly looking at their phone or watch? How does that make you feel? Why is it so hard for us to be fully present with others? Lets unpack that question and see how it applies to several areas of our life.
Did you know that our brains can't tell the difference between reality and our thoughts? It's true! Listen in as we discuss this amazing process and how we can use it to not only help us accomplish goals, but also grow deeper in our relationship with God.
As we start a new year, many resolutions, goals, and dreams are making their way to paper and vision boards. Before we get too far down that path, let's make sure our foundation is firm, our cornerstone is set, in order to leave a legacy that will make an impact for generations to come.
We are continuing our conversation with this amazing group of musical sisters. If you missed Part 1, stop and take a listen to that first and then join us as we dig deeper into the other aspects of their lives and the things God is calling them to individually as well as together as a group.
want to introduce you to one of the most amazing group of musicians that I have known for almost 20 years! The Hall Sisters have established themselves as one of the up-and-coming and premier acts in the country pop genre. They marry stunning harmonies along with excellence on their instruments to create an entirely unique sound. Join us as we talk about their journey to stardom and all things Christmas.
Have you ever been called to do something and you didn't feel ready; lack of experience, finances, physical ability, etc...? Dive into Exodus 17: 8-16 with me and let's see some examples of being ready and how we can learn from elephants along the way!
If you are anything like me, you can't wait for the holidays to get here! However, I know for some, the holidays are hard. Be inspired as I share a little bit about how gratitude can physically change our outlook and a fun way to put it into practice.
Have you ever said to yourself, "I just don't have the willpower to ____." There is a physical and spiritual reason why willpower is not sustainable. Lets dive into this topic and discover the difference between self-dependency and God-dependency.
Being single is just as much a gift from God as being married. Neither is a sin. Both can be blessings from God. My good friend, Allison Lyles, shares her story of deeply desiring a husband while fully embracing this season of singleness. Hear how God has romanced and wooed her to fall deeper and deeper in love with Him in order to transform her into the person she is today.
Have you heard the saying, dont settle for good when great is around the corner? I've experienced this in my life far too many times than I care to admit. We have a many examples of this is scripture, especially in Joshua 1. Take a listen and see what we can learn about settling for less than God's best.
Why is it that so many people quit the wrong things? When we are making positive changes in our lives, or doing things God calls us to do, obstacles come up and throwing in the towel is so easy. Quit quitting! Keep going! Genesis has a great example of this and the blessings that are on the other side of our persistence!
Have you ever thought how freeing it might be to forget the things that you are scared of? Man! I witnessed that this summer and it caused me to think about how wonderful it is to not be controlled by fear. Tune in to hear more as well as 3 tips for combating stress in your body and mind!
Do you have a mean and nasty girl living in your head. I do. She likes to show up in the morning while getting ready for the day, and late at night as I am drifting off to sleep. She is relentless in her criticisms of me. However, today, I put her in her place and my whole body and spirit immediately relaxed and felt better. What we say to ourselves does matter. Tune in to hear some practical ways to combat the voice that tries to tear us down!
Do you remember pivotal moments in your life that defined the trajectory of your future path? I do. What we do with those defining moments makes all the difference, not only to use, but also our Heavenly Father. Listen in as I share some of my catalyst moments and thoughts on how we should look at them in ways that please God.
In episode 13, you heard from my birthmom and her perspective on my adoption story. Now, it's my Mom's turn to share her story. Listen in to hear more of how God has worked in our lives.
Many of you know that I was adopted, but did you know that I have had a beautiful relationship with my birth-mom, Belva Jane Tomlin (BJ) for almost 30 years? Listen in to hear more of our story and how God has worked in both of our lives.
Spring is in the air here in NC and deep cleaning is happening in Wiggs household. As I was cleaning out the junk drawer on the kitchen I was reminded about how we often need to clean out the junk drawer of our hearts. Sometimes we need to remove people or things from our life in order to move forward to the next thing God has for us.
Did you know that gratitude has physical benefits? Join me as we dig into the health benefits of a heart of gratitude as well as how we can master the practice of joy, a sweet gift from the Holy Spirit.
Have you ever been in a situation where you felt the Lord telling you to do something, you do it, and the result is not what you expected? Do you run or do you dig in? Let's look at Moses and see how he handled these situations!
How much do you really know about St. Patrick? Test your knowledge of truth or myth as I take you through a fun 20 question quiz. Let's learn more about St. Patrick together and see how we can live according to God's purpose for us.
The Lover of your soul desires a deep rich relationship with you. Satan would love nothing more than to distort your image of God. There is a battle being waged for your soul. In this episode we will continue the conversation with ways to protect our soul and stand firm in who God is and who we are in Him.
When we think of self care, images of pedicures, coffee and massages tend to come to mind. In this episode we are going to focus on the best ways to love yourself with a healthy body, mind and spirit with tips and encouragement to love yourself well so you can beautifully love others.
When you hear or say this word, does it make you cringe a little? I don't think there is anything wrong with being tenacious. There are 5 main antonyms for the word tenacious: determined, singe-minded, persistent, uncompromising and unshakeable. Join me as we dig into these attributes and uncover ways to implement them into a life of tenacious, joy-filled living!
What you do from the time you are born to the time you die is what defines you. Time. You will either spend it or invest it. What impact are you going to have on those around you? What type of legacy are you going to leave? Let's dig into this subject and find ways to center your life around what matters most!
As we end 2021 and head into 2022, most of us start thinking about goals for the new year. I love to ask myself the question "What if?" This question allows me to dream in vivid color. Let's talk about your dreams and how you can go on a dream date to gain clarity on what God has placed in your heart.
Are you missing the Annie Moses Band Christmas tour this year? Listen as I interview Annie Dupre and learn about all the amazing projects happening with the band and what life is looking like for the mom of 5! In this 2 part series, we dive into parenting, spending time with God, leaving a legacy and all things Christmas!
https://www.anniemosesband.com
Are you missing the Annie Moses Band Christmas tour this year? Listen as I interview Annie Dupre and learn about all the amazing projects happening with the band and what life is looking like for the mom of 5! In this 2 part series, we dive into parenting, spending time with God, leaving a legacy and all things Christmas!
https://www.anniemosesband.com
Tune in as Honey uses her name as an acronym to describe 5 practical and exciting ways you can create joy this holiday season.
Meet author and speaker Honey Wiggs and learn a little more about what you can expect from her podcasts that will be released every 2 weeks.