The Wild Abide: Recent Episodes
Olivia Alnes
Join host Olivia Alnes on an adventure of shaking off shame, stirring up hope, and running after God-given dreams together. This podcast will encourage and equip you to pursue a life of wholeness + impact through powerful interviews and short solo shows.
When we talk about shame, we need to go to the beginning and lay the foundation for the story. Shame has been present as long as sin has been around - and alongside our fall, came a Promise of redemption.
We all go through dark times when it feels like the weight of the world is beating us down. It can feel like you’re stuck in a pitch-black tunnel with no exit in sight.
But there is always hope.
This month, our goal is to keep a conversation going about faith and mental health. You’ll be hearing on the blog and on instagram from a variety of perspectives, all sharing with the desire to serve and encourage. You’ll find practical tools, reminders, personal stories, and hopefully a whole lot of hope.
I’ve come to see therapy less as something to fix me, and more as something to keep me on track and propel me forward. It gives me the tools to work things out on my own in between sessions. No other person can do the work for me.
We don’t always consciously disagree with Jesus’ approach to the one we have determined least deserving of mercy. But our “us” vs. “them” stance or picking sides to champion can at most times display whom we chosen not to give it to. I am in no way excusing how sin affects us as a society and particularly as the Church. However, I recently realized how we often miss the spiritual element behind our unhealed pain and divisions.
The following excerpt is from my devotional book, I Like Your Tenacity: 30 Anthems to Stir Up Hope in the Middle of Disappointment. If you’re still working through some disappointment from 2020, it’s the perfect tool to gently walk you through the process.
What does a cardboard cutout boyfriend have to do with No Shame November? Read to find out!
Feeling overwhelmed by the topic of sex trafficking and what you can do to learn more or fight it?
You’re in luck! Nicole is going to help us examine the hype, and find our lane – empowering us to be better advocates. She’s coming to us with six years of real life experience running Lavished, an organization that works with women in the commercial sex industry.
Learn More and Give to Lavished Ministries.
Lavished’s Etsy Store that provides jobs for survivors.
Find Your Lane Course by Rebecca Bender
For full shownotes, go to this blog post.
Racism will get in the way of wholeness and impact.
Here’s my action plan specifically for The Wild Abide and how I want to better steward this platform to promote Kingdom Justice and racial reconciliation.
I am with you and for you.
But way more importantly, God is with you and for you.
I won’t pretend like life is easy. I won’t promise you that you’ll get everything you desire. The struggle is real. The overwhelm is real. The confusion is real.
But so is the hope.
Ever feel like your faith is just BLAH?
We’ve all been there and today, Sarah Martin walks us through what to do when we feel funky. She also gives major wisdom on the topic of mentorship! If you’ve ever wondered how to find a mentor, transition relationships with a mentor (or mentee), or start mentoring – listen in!
Sarah Martin is a wife, mom, friend, speaker, author, and wanna be artist. Connect with Sarah on Instagram at @sarahfmartin.
Want clarity and refreshed vision to move forward as our world starts to open back up, join Sarah in this {Fun Freebie}: Nothing Wasted journal prompts + audio guide. A soft space to land to reflect on how the Lord moved in this crazy pandemic season.
I’m not here to lecture you or give you an easy fix, but I do want to offer a few quick reminders! As Christian college and high school students going through a freaking weird semester, this is what I’d tell you if we were talking in person today.
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Caleb is the youth and communications pastor at Burning Hearts Church in Fargo and we chat about what’s changed in all the craziness and what God is teaching us. Get ready for the real life fears + fun victories of ministry life right now.
I come to you today with a little reading list that will bring refreshment, hope, and peace in the middle of the crazy. These books feel oh so timely and now is the best time to add them to your Amazon cart!
This is a weird, tough time to be someone who struggles with weight, food feelings, and body image.
Half the internet is telling you to work out and eat healthy. Half the internet is saying to drink all day and eat junk food. While people joke about the quarantine-15, the thought of gaining another 15 pounds might send you to a place of anxiety or fear.
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Want to grab my new book, I Like Your Tenacity while you’re at it? Go to The Wild Abide Shop or Amazon.
We can be sad for seniors. We can be sad for brides. We can be sad for health care workers. We can be sad for people in nursing homes. We can be sad for the homeless. We can be sad for people with March and April birthdays.
There is enough space for us all.
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No matter if you are terrified of public speaking or love it, she’s going to open up the conversation WAY bigger than pulpits and formal preaching. No matter where you’re at, you’ll called to preach the gospel and Amie is going to give you the encouragement you need to truly believe it!
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Referenced in today’s episode:
Alisa Keaton and Revelation Wellness
Wheel of emotions
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To read the sneak peek devotional entry, click here.
For full show notes, check out the episode webpage or go to www.thewildabide.com/blog to see the notes for this and other episodes.
Click Here to learn more about I Like Your Tenacity book coming March 2020!
Scripture:
Romans 5:3-5 in The Message
Steps:
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Grieve
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Breakup with being a victim
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Praise
In this conversation with Arielle Estoria, we talk about her non-traditional career path and the opportunities God has opened up for her in the middle of not always having a concrete plan.
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On today’s show we cover:
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The story of our friendship
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Our advice to single boys
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How to prepare for marriage as a single person
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How to know if you’re ready to date
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How to know if you’ve found “the one.”
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Catch the full show notes on the blog!
I’ll give you my tips + tricks, but also give you permission to throw whatever kind of party fits you.
Want to host a big Pinterest perfect event with all the glitter? You go, girl! Want to invite two friends over for popcorn and a movie? Sounds perfect! Anything in between is welcomed as we
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Krista Hengesh of Live Salted talks to us all about hosting a women’s conference in NEW ZEALAND, how knowing our identity impacts our dreaming, and how to step out into our callings without giving up.
Check out the blog for complete show notes HERE.
This conversation with Cassandra Speer is all about what it looks like to run on mission with our friends - the highs and lows of teamwork making that dream work. While her current ministry is leading Her True Worth with her friend Brittany, you can apply these same concepts to any vision you are pursuing alongside others.
For more info on our Define Your Dreams online workshop, CLICK HERE!
These are my favorite books to take a deep dive into mission, purpose, vision, and basically living your life with peace and confidence!
Madison shares about her journey of learning to trust the process of pursuing dreams. She applies her skills in entrepreneurship and content strategy to ANYONE who has a dream on their heart. She also talks about dropping out of college, waiting to be asked, and more! You’ll love her authentic voice and optimism that shines through!
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Lindsey Falls is a wife, mom, and communicator. She loves to use her words to encourage, equip, and inspire.
On today’s show, we talk about the purpose and big picture of dreaming with God. From learning how to abide and the rhythms that keep us connected to Jesus, to counting the small wins - this episode is chalked full of practical and spiritual tips!
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My husband Caleb agreed to sit across the table from me and talk all about marriage, ministry, and dreaming together as a couple. No matter your relationship status or day job, this show is full of encouragement and practical lessons that you can apply to your daily life.
ON TODAY’S SHOW, WE COVER:
The story of how Caleb became a pastor
How the way Caleb dreams has changed since meeting me
Enneagram and dreaming (challenges Caleb has in knowing what he wants as an Enneagram 2)
How we dream together to have a unified vision for our family
How we stay focused on each other in the midst of ministry
What it looks like to do ministry both together and separately
On today’s solo show, I tell the story of how this podcast went from dream to reality - 4 years in the making! I also dig into how you know it’s the right time to GO FOR IT and turn your dream into a goal. Plus the messy story of Abraham (Genesis 12-21 + Romans 4).
Want to dig deeper? Download our 2020 Vision Guide for FREE!