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Carrie Robaina
She Walks In Truth is a weekly podcast featuring an inspiring message or faith story to encourage and equip women to walk confidently with Christ.
Do you ever feel like life is moving at full speed, and you can’t catch a breath? In this episode of She Walks In Truth, we’re talking about the power of pausing—why it’s not just necessary, but biblical. In a world that glorifies hustle, God calls us to be still and know that He is in control (Psalm 46:10). Together, we’ll explore why we struggle to pause and simple, practical ways to slow down and invite God into our daily moments. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, guilty for resting, or unsure how to pause in a meaningful way, this episode is for you. Take a deep breath, hit play, and let’s discover the freedom and power found in the pause. 💛 Let’s connect! After listening, share your thoughts or tag me on social media when you take a moment to pause today. I’d love to hear how God speaks to you in the stillness. ✨ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carrierobaina Facebook https://www.facebook.com/carrierobaina Shop My Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/carrie_robaina Shop My Fav Wellness & Weight Loss Products https://www.myxyngular.com/en/carrierobaina/
In this episode of She Walks In Truth, we dive into the power of godly friendships and the truth that strong women need strong women. Through biblical examples like Mary and Elizabeth, Ruth and Naomi, we explore how God designed us for community and connection. You’ll be encouraged to seek out relationships that sharpen, uplift, and strengthen your walk with Christ. Together, let’s embrace the truth that we are better together—cheering one another on, standing firm in faith, and reflecting God’s love in our sisterhood. This episode is a reminder: you were never meant to walk this journey alone! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carrierobaina Facebook https://www.facebook.com/carrierobaina Shop My Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/carrie_robaina Shop My Fav Wellness & Weight Loss Products https://www.myxyngular.com/en/carrierobaina/
Today Carrie shares a powerful encounter she had in the church lobby that got her thinking about bravery, authenticity, and the stories we tell ourselves. When a woman complimented her on her social media presence, she realized how hard it is for us to truly own our courage. She talks about how fear and self-doubt often hold us back, even when we know we’re meant to show up authentically. This episode is a reminder that when we step into who God has called us to be, we give others the permission to do the same. It’s time to stop hiding and start showing up—bravery is contagious! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carrierobaina Facebook https://www.facebook.com/carrierobaina Shop My Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/carrie_robaina Shop My Fav Wellness & Weight Loss Products https://www.myxyngular.com/en/carrierobaina/
Join Carrie Robaina on this episode as she dives into her word for the year—OPEN—and what it means to fully embrace what God has in store .She's sharing four powerful Scriptures to help us cultivate hearts that are open to His voice, His plans, and His blessings in 2025. If you’re ready to step into this year with faith and expectancy, this episode is for you! 🎙️✨ Scriptures Referenced: Colassions 3:2 Psalm 119:33 Proverbs 2:6 Luke 24:35 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carrierobaina Facebook https://www.facebook.com/carrierobaina Shop My Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/carrie_robaina Shop My Fav Wellness & Weight Loss Products https://www.myxyngular.com/en/carrierobaina/
For years, our household has embraced No-Spend January—a post-holiday reset where we skip shopping for new consumer goods. But this year, I took it a step further with a full-on closet purge, and Ricardo (somewhat reluctantly) joined in. We donated nine bags of clothes and even tackled our storage room! In this episode, I’m sharing what we learned, why decluttering feels so freeing, and how this challenge helps me reset my mindset (and my shopping habits) for the year ahead. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carrierobaina Facebook https://www.facebook.com/carrierobaina Shop My Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/carrie_robaina Shop My Fav Wellness & Weight Loss Products https://www.myxyngular.com/en/carrierobaina/
In this episode of She Walks In Truth, Carrie Robaina dives into what it really means to build deep, meaningful relationships. Authenticity and transparency are essential, but true connection happens when we embrace vulnerability—the space where trust is built and hearts are truly seen. We can’t expect our friendships to go deeper if we’re not willing to go there ourselves. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carrierobaina Facebook https://www.facebook.com/carrierobaina Shop My Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/carrie_robaina Shop My Fav Wellness & Weight Loss Products https://www.myxyngular.com/en/carrierobaina/
In this episode, Carrie shares how an ADHD strategy transformed every area of her life. Together, we explore how, as followers of Jesus, we can develop the perseverance to finish well—both in our daily tasks and in the spiritual race of knowing God and making Him known, even through life’s trials. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carrierobaina Facebook https://www.facebook.com/carrierobaina
In this episode Carrie Robaina gives you three practical ways to guard your peace in a divided America. More importantly, she sheds light on what the Bible says about politics which, wink-wink, has nothing to do with partisanship, policies or America specifically.
In today's epsiode of She Walks In Truth, Carrie Robaina has a conversation about setting boundaries and answering the question, "Am I being a selfish Christian if I set boundaries?"
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Carrie Robaina wraps up part three in her mini theological series on the church, gospel & salvation and apologetics. On today's episode she equips you with practical ways to give an account for what you believe and dives into questions people in our post-modern era may be asking and some examples of different ways you can have conversation with them.
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Welcome to Part Two of Carrie Robaina's mini theology series on the Church, Gospe and Evangelism and Apologetics. Today Carrie is talking about the gospel or good news of Jesus and what that good news actually is. She also shares what our role is as followers of Jesus in carrying God's message into the world.
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Welcome to a 3 part series on the church, evangelism & gospel and apologetics. Today Carrie Robaina helps us understand "the church" and what its role is in God's redemptive story.
Here are some key verses:
- John 20:21
- 2 Timothy 2:4
- Acts 2:46
- Acts 12:12
- Luke 14:23
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In this episode of She Walks In Truth, Carrie Robaina shares about a nerdy term called cultural hermeneutics or everyday theology. It's the ministry of the Word applied to everyday life in the world. Carrie shares a practial way we can do this in something as simple as watching a movie.
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On this week's episode of She Walks In Truth, Carrie Robaina sheds light on women and wages inside the church based on recent research published by Lifeway Research. She presents the research, offers her own experience and shares the experiences of other women.
Here are links to two articles mentioned in the episode:
Lifeway Reasearch: https://research.lifeway.com/state-of-ministry-to-women/
"Christianity Today" Article: https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2023/october/wilkin-women-ministry-leaders-church-staff-wages-lifeway.html
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth, Carrie Robaina shares about the spiritual practice of "spiritual listenting" and shares theological insigtht on the Holy Spirit.
Discussing the Spirit, Jesus says, “He will glorify me, for he will take what is mine and declare it to you” (John 16:14).
Here are some biblical references to help you in your studying:
He speaks. (Acts 13:2) “While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.”
He teaches. (John 14:26) “But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.”
He guides. (Acts 8:29) “The Spirit told Philip, “Go to that chariot and stay near it.”
He is obeyed. (Acts 10:19–21) “While Peter was still thinking about the vision, the Spirit said to him, “Simon, three[a] men are looking for you. So get up and go downstairs. Do not hesitate to go with them, for I have sent them.” Peter went down and said to the men, “I’m the one you’re looking for. Why have you come?”
He is walked with. (Galatians 5:16) “So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.”
He is grieved. (Ephesians 4:30) “And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.
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On this episode of She Walks in Truth Carrie Robaina shares about her journey of doing more of what she wants and less of what she needs and how that's freed her up to live with more joy!
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On this week's episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina talks about why being a contributor in all areas of life matters in the Kingdom of God.
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On this week's episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina talks about what happens when God shows up in the middle of the Miami airport.
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On this week's episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina shares about a question she's been asking herself to hold herself accountable to making beneficial choices. She opens up about it because she hopes it will help you too!
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Are you tired of feeling like you have to check social media to find out what you’re supposed to think? Are you weary of the latest self-help books that promise to set you free but only imprison you with laundry lists of studies to consider, positive affirmations to recite, and Facebook groups to join?
We’ve all seen the memes that populate the internet: live your truth, follow your heart, you only have one life to live. They sound nice and positive. But what if these slogans are actually lies that unhinge us from reality and leave us anxious and exhausted?
Carrie Robaina interviews Another Gospel? author Alisa Childers who you to examine modern lies that are disguised as truths in today’s culture. Everyday messages of peace, fulfillment, and empowerment swirl around social media. On the surface, they seem like sentiments of freedom and hope, but in reality they are deeply deceptive.
In Live Your Truth (and Other Lies), Alisa will help you to:
- uncover the common lies repeated within progressive circles
- hold on to the soul-restoring truths that God’s Word offers
- be empowered to live the way your Creator designed you
Being the captain of your own destiny and striving to make your dreams a reality is a huge burden that you were never meant to bear. Discover true freedom instead.
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Carrie Robaina opens up and talks about her parenting journey and her kids' experience with education. This stems froma a conversation she had with a young mom wondering if she should homeschool, stick with public school or do some other type of schooling. Today's episode will help you take the pressure off yourself (and your kids) in this area.
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Carrie Robaina talks to author Bailey T. Hurley's new book about friendship called Together is a Beautiful Place and how to find, keep and love our friends! RESOURCES:
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Carrie Robaina talks about the gift we have as followers of Jesus to pray for another. She shares about a prayer group she's a part of and gives you tips on how to start one of your own! RESOURCES:
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Carrie Robaina inteviews author Teresa Ann Criswell about her new Bible study releasing soon, "12-Week Bible Study for Moms."
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Carrie Robaina shares a recent story from her own life about making the decision to completely start something over in order to build a stronger foundation for what's to come. SPECIAL OFFER FOR SHE WALKS IN TRUTH LISTENERS THROUGH APRIL 14, 2022 Get a founders discount for www.creativo.org using the discount code CARRIE50
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Carrie Robaina interviews the founder of ProMedia Fire, Clint Rogers. This interview takes you on a journey through Clint's personal testimony as a prodigal which leads to a passionate conversation about discipling our kids to have a relationship with Jesus. Then we get to a conversation about digital outreach and using today's technology to do more good.
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Carrie Robaina shares about how to handle "change" in a world that's constantly changing.
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Carrie Robaina shares about how it could be time for to stop playing a game of tug-of-war with yourself and God. She shares about a personal experience where she just needed to let go of the rope and give a situation over to the Lord.
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Youth Pastor Cam Lazier joins Carrie Robaina on this episode to chat about teenagers. Carrie asked him to come up with three things a youth pastor wants parents of teens to know. There's a bonus tip you'll want to stick around for as well as a lightning round of questions Carrie's social media followers want to know about teens.
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Axis Culture Translator - https://axis.org/culture-translator/ The Teenage Brain: A Neuroscientist's Survival Guide to Raising Adolescents and Young Adults by Frances E. Jensen Raising Passionate Jesus Followers by Phil and Diane Comer SERMON: How to Disciple your Kids and Teens https://subspla.sh/dbdm7dz Recommended reading from She Walks In Truth www.carrierobaina.com/shop
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Former QVC Spokesperson, author, speaker and host of the So What? Why It Matters podcast, Nancy Hicks joins Carrie Robaina to to this year, to talk about why holiday season will be especially hard.It’s the first holiday season without her oldest son, David, who passed away in May this year after a courageous battle with colon cancer. Nancy opens up her heart and invites us into her grief to talk about how to stay present in your grief, how to make space for grieving family and friends and how to come alongside someone in their grief.
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Carrie Robaina interviews author, podcaster and YouTube host Teresa Ann Criswell about her newest project called Daughters of the King! Teresa Ann shares the back story of the book as a way to encourage you to step into what God's calling you to because He will equip you along the way.
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Carrie Robaina grabs ahold of Proverbs 2:6 which says, "For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding" and how we can apply that Scripture the information wars on social media. Information comes from people. Knowledge and understanding come from God.
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Carrie Robaina has a candid conversation about what it's like being a driven person and tips on how to avoid burnout. Hint: You don't have to be the driving force behind everything you do in all areas of your life.
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Carrie Robaina shares lessons from Luke 8 today and what the parable of the sower teaches us about holding fast to the word of God so that we can bear fruit!
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Carrie Robaina asks you to examine this simple question. Are you hedging bets against yourself to always play it safe? Inside this episode Carrie shares her own testimony of identifying this and gives you practical steps to identify if you do to and how to overcome!
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Carrie Robaina challenges you today to stop looking at yourself as a mama bear and rise up to who you really are as a child of God; an image bearer!
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Carrie Robaina is back with a brand new season of She Walks In Truth and kicks it off with a special message about how to be a wise and discerning consumer of news media so that it doesn't steal your peace!
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Long-time host of the She Walks In Truth podcast, Carrie Robaina, shares a heartfelt goodbye on the final episode of the show. She shares her heart as she dives deeper into living a called life rather than an obligated one.
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Whether she’s speaking at women’s conferences or retreats, blogging, or writing books, Gaye Lindfors is not afraid to poke fun at her own mishaps. She brings a blend of Bible teaching, life stories, and humor. She joins the show to about her most recent book, “Getting My Ducks in a Row and other Stories of Faith,” which reminds us that when we don’t have our act together (which, for a lot of us, is much of the time), when we can’t even find our ducks and getting them in a row seems like mission impossible, God is faithful.
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Lindsay May, founder of The Truly Co and publisher of Truly magazine joins the show this week to talk about how God prepared her to publish a faith-based magazine. She gives us a sneak peek behind the creative process and how God is using creatives to display his glory in a beautiful way. Lindsay is also a speaker and writer.
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18-year-old Kiley Daniels shares about how God is using her to share the gospel as she battles the exact same brain cancer her dad has. Just a few months before Kiley’s dad was diagnosed in 2019, the Holy Spirit got ahold of Kiley’s heart. She shares how seeing her dad model and walks out his faith in his diagnosis has prepared her for walking out hers.
You will love the wisdom Kiley shares and some practical ways she is on a mission for Jesus in the places she goes for surgery, treatment, and beyond.
This Week's Takeaways:
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God places people in the right place at the right time
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If God walks you to it, He’ll walk you through it
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Kiley and her dad’s mantra throughout battling brain cancer: “If one person comes to know Christ, it will be worth it.”
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Going through a tough season allows us to evaluate what really is important in life
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Focus on blessing other people in difficult circumstances can be a source of joy while always focusing on your own hardship can be depressing
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Author Alisa Childers joins Carrie Robaina to chat about her brand new book “Another Gospel?” where she helps the average Christian understand the theological depth of the gospel so they know to respond to progressive Christianity, can determine the Truth, and be able to rest in that.
This Week's Takeaways:
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If you’re a Christian, you’re already an apologist
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Apologetics simply means to always be ready to give a defense for what you believe
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Progressive Christianity is a movement that is springing up within the evangelical church where a group of Christians is questioning things like the virgin birth, do we really need to believe that Jesus resurrected, re-thinking cultural topics and how they relate to the Bible
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Progressive Christianity largely demotes the Bible to be something that we can learn a lot from but is not authoritative in our lives.
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Progressive Christianity is not attacking the secondary beliefs that are theologically debated like speaking in tongues or women in leadership but is motivate by action and how our behaviors make others feel and creates a lower view of the Bible by hyper-focusing on the human element
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Could progressive Christianity be a different religion because it has a different god; the god of individuals as a deity?
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INTRODUCTION TO SHE WALKS IN TRUTH: God hard-wired you for relationship and community and that's exactly what you'll find with Carrie Robaina and the She Walks In Truth podcast. No matter what you're facing in life, Carrie and guests will help spur you on with God's truth and love so you can live out your life with hope and joy!
Whether you express your feelings outwardly or not, we all have emotions! Elizabeth Laing Thompson joins Carrie Robaina to chat about her new book All The Feels and the role emotion plays in our faith and walk with God. Emotions can help us to have a more meaningful prayer life, richer relationships, and become the people God designed us to be.
This Week's Takeaways:
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The Bible is our guide for constructing a healthy, happy, and holy emotional life
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Big feelers, steady feelers, and reluctant feelers all have emotions; they just express them in different ways
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A “happy house” is home with a positive and open atmosphere where people are comfortable expressing their fee
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Minneapolis based Evangelist and Director of Outreach at Firebase Movement Hiland Overgaard joins Carrie Robaina to share stories from the streets of Minneapolis and what it looked like being on the ground after the tragic death of George Floyd.
Although Hiland has been doing street ministry since he was a teenager, he talks about how the new perspective he’s gained this summer and how although circumstances are challenging, when our eyes are fixed on Christ, our entire worldview fills with hope!
This Week's Takeaways:
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A city in crisis is a city that needs Christ
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As followers of Jesus, we are always on a mission for Christ
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Stay close to Jesus. We can’t give away what we don’t have
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Dr. Samuel Kojolagnian, MD joins us this week for an entire episode dedicated to the Book of Revelation! Dr. Sam has studied this book in the Bible extensively, has written a few books about it and we’re taking a closer look at Revelation and how it relates to us TODAY!
Initially invited him to talk about COVID for this episode, and as we both were praying about the episode, we independently were led away from that topic! If you’re reading this far, I’d consider this a divine invitation to listen!
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Evangelist and Interventional Cardiologist “Dr. Sam” Kojoglanian, MD joins Carrie Robaina to talk about sharing the gospel. God has uniquely positioned him to help heal hearts physically and to mend souls spiritually as he ministers around the world. Dr. Sam is bold, practical, and uncompromising in his approach to ministry and at the same time, he is one of the most joyful people Carrie has ever interviewed on the show. You’ll find his approach to Jesus and loving others refreshing.
Friend, if you could use a dose of the straight-up gospel, some encouragement in your walk with Jesus, and empowerment to tell others about this beautiful walk we call Christianity, do not miss this episode!
This Week's Takeaways:
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Dr. Sam shares his story as an Armenian growing up in Jerusalem who immigrated to the United States and how he has become an evangelist and leading interventional cardiologist
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God’s not mad at you, he’s madly in love with you
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God is always outstretched to you
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Carrie Robaina shares her 3 best tips for making the transition back-to-school easier in the midst of a pandemic whether you're homeschooling, going to private or public school!
This Week's Takeaways:
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As we go back to school the best thing we can do as followers of Jesus is to respect others even if we disagree
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Grace goes a long way. If someone makes a different choice from us as to how they approach the school year we must absolutely show them love and not point fingers.
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Prayer is the BEST thing we can do. Pray for administrators, teachers, parents, our own family, and of course our children. Below are some verses you can pray over your kids.
Bible verses you can pray over your children:
“You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” Psalm 16:11 NIV
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” James 1:5 NIV
“But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.” James 3:17 NIV
“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity.” 1 Timothy 4:12 NIV
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13 NIV
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 NIV
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Carrie Robaina has a heart to heart with you about prayer. She shares her personal journey with prayer and how it’s changed over the years...you might even find some of it funny! 🙈
This episode is all about simple ways to pray in everyday life.
This Week's Takeaways:
-Taking responsibility for our faith journey and walk with Christ.
-The beauty of the cross is that God gives us direct access to Him through prayer
-Surround yourself with people who will love you right where you are.
-Prayer is a communication and relationship with God
-What happens when we pray?
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Carrie Robaina shares how now more than ever she is convinced community matters. Her experience of attending an in-person women's event in the midst of Covid-19 opened her eyes as to what it looks like to do hard things in the midst of a hard thing and community is a huge part of that.
This Week's Takeaways:
-You are so loved by God in every hardship
-You are so loved by God even in unmet expectations
-We are all having to readjust, but we are created for community.
-Operate out of a place of grace and love
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Are you in the midst of suffering from chronic or some other type of pain in your life? Carrie wants you to know that you are not alone and how even the darkest and most fearful moments you are so loved by God.
This Week's Takeaways:
-We need to be working on the emotional, mental and spiritual parts of us even in the midst of physical pain
-Pain is a form of communication and is a gift of God’s grace to say “something’s wrong”.
-You are never alone. God is a God of comfort and love.
-Let someone else in. Ask/seek help from another.
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Carrie Robaina shares about a summer project that turned messy and the lessons it's taught her about character, faith, and finishing well.
This Week's Takeaways:
-do not stuff your emotions or pretend they do not matter
-share your emotions in a way that works for you whether it be journaling, prayer or talking with another person in whom you trust
-giving everything over to the Lord and relinquishing control of everything brings us to a place of peace
-all we can control is how we handle our circumstances through our character
-there is no stopping God’s plans for our lives
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Carrie Robaina and Amy Seiffert are taking you on a journey this week about the everyday moments where Jesus shines through with flashes of grace and limitless love. We also talk about her brand new book, Grace Looks Amazing on You: 100 Days of Reflecting God’s Love.
This Week's Takeaways:
-give yourself grace, while extending it also to others, and approach our God who literally sits on the throne of grace
-when the enemy points a condemning finger at us, we can confidently point our finger to the cross
-we can practice wearing our robe of righteousness daily
-sitting in God’s free and interchangeable gift of grace allows us to shed off the lies and shame of the enemy
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In a ‘cancel culture’ climate, we are called to bring heaven to earth and live not as the world does, but as our Father God has ordained. In this episode, Carrie Robaina asks this important question. During this moment in time, are we as followers of Jesus going to be men and women who serve a ‘culture kingdom’, or are we going to bring the Kingdom to culture?
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
-Now is the time to be the people God calls us to be in living out the Kingdom of God here on Earth as it is in Heaven.
-We must align our thoughts, actions, and speech to reflect Kingdom culture over a culture kingdom.
- Be kingdom-minded and let people know they matter, that you have prayed for them, etc.
-Wherever you are and wherever you go, Kingdom culture is there. God knows no bounds. His kingdom is the whole Earth.
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Pastor Tony Miltenberger of Restoration Church shares Biblical wisdom and insight on building an unbreakable marriage. Tony has a unique perspective as he married his high school sweetheart Karen and during the course of their marriage having served as an Army Reserve Chaplain’s Assistant for 14 years with several deployments before getting out to pursue ministry full time.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- In any couple relationship, couples need to start in prayer together.
- Moments like these in history, identify the cracks in our relationships because we are under pressure and stress.
- Identify the cracks and find safe places to talk about them.
- In marriage, couples don’t fall in and out of love with each other. They fall in and out of commitment to the disciplines of marriage.
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Carrie is convinced that podcasting is one of the best ways to share your message to the world. Allow Carrie, host of two successful podcasts to share with you four important steps to make a great podcast and get inspired to launch your podcast today!
Episodes week's takeaways:
-You are NOT a mistake. God didn't create you to be someone else
-How to unlock your podcasting potential today
-Why you don’t need a degree to start a podcast
-When learning a new skill, it will always be an investment
-Repurposing content is key
-Podcasting is a marathon, not a sprint
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Elizabeth Oschwald, is a friend of Carrie's, author of "Surprise! You're Homeschooling!" and mom, filled with wisdom and insight on how to thrive in the homeschool way of life. Dive in to gain tips for homeschooling as we navigate through these uncertain times! Episode Week’s Takeaways: -Introduction to Elizabeth Oschwald -The story behind the "Surprise You're Homeschooling" book -Clarity comes with action -Shifting perspective can make the biggest difference -Laying it all down and going with the flow -No two children are exactly the same Grab Elizabeth's new ebook "Surprise! You're Homeschooling!" with this link **here!** Connect with Carrie on Facebook by clicking **here** or on Instagram by clicking **here.**
In this episode Carrie shares 11 things she did to make it through a financial, physical and spiritual crisis that happened all at one time. She talks about never-before shared aspects of her story as a way to shed light on God and to help you know you are not alone.
- Navigating through a crisis in my past
- Key takeaways on how to deal with a crisis
- It's okay and good to receive help
- Mastering the art of being wise with spending
- Staying connected to family and friends
- Fixing your eyes on Jesus
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On this episode Carrie Robaina shares with you 6 Resources that will help you stay focused on God during the COVID-19 crisis!
Episode Week’s Takeaways
- Why extending grace to yourself (especially now) is important
- We’re all in the same storm but are weathering it different
- Don’t expect how you’re dealing with the crisis to look like someone else’s
- Prayer for hope
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Join Carrie Robaina and Teresa Ann of Let's Talk Studio for a chat and Biblical truth about how to find hope in the midst of the chaos surrounding COVID-19.
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Episode Week’s Takeaways
- The Word of God and how it divides truth from the lies
- Just because church doors are locked doesn't mean the body of Christ is locked out from showing up
- God sees you and knows you and He's waiting for you to say yes to Him
- Jesus says we will have trouble but know that He has overcome the world
- Jesus the overcomer wants to overcome your fears
- Listen to the Holy Spirit day-by-day for your assignment. He is your daily bread!
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We're saying "see ya later" to the She Walks In Truth podcast in 2020! As you listen to this week's podcast Carrie takes a little trip down memory lane and shares more about what's to come! She Walks In Truth won't be taken down from the podcast space, but rather will remain as a testament to God's faithfulness. We hope you'll use it as a tool to encourage others who might need it by sharing an episode with someone who might resonate with any of our 147 episodes!!!!
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This Week’s Takeaways
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We’ve absolutely loved what She Walks In Truth has been and will continue to be, though we’re changing the direction on some things with our podcast journey in 2020!
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Wherever we go is a mission field.
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Just because we’re pressing the pause button with She Walks In Truth podcast for now, does not mean we won’t move forward with it in the future. God is God, He can do whatever He wants!
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She Walks In Truth podcast is not going anywhere, all 147 episodes will remain in the podcast space and we encourage you to continue to listen and share all of the episodes.
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We can’t do everything all at once, and Carrie believes God is calling her to move forward with a new network marketing podcast called the “Dream Builders” podcast.
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If you'd like to subscribe to the NEW show you can get on the launch list here!
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Aundi Kolber, is a licensed professional counselor and author, passionate about the integration of faith and psychology, and brings hard-won knowledge about the work of change, the power of redemption, and the beauty of experiencing God in our pain. Join us for an impactful and transformative conversation today!
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This Week’s Takeaways
- We may know that God loves us but often times there’s a disconnect in really experiencing that love. Regardless, the truth still remains that God is calling us to live the embodied life of the beloved, friend!
- What if we learned how to pay compassionate attention to our own experiences in the same way God is paying compassionate attention to us?
- There’s a huge need for faith and psychology integration!
- Unfortunately, often times whatever we experience in our families, we will project who God is through that.
- “Try Softer: A Fresh Approach to Move Us out of Anxiety, Stress, and Survival Mode--and into a Life of Connection and Joy,” is a book written by Aundi as a resource for you to help align your mind, body, and soul to live the life God created for you. Make sure to get your copy of the book here!
- God is the best, kindest, most consistent, and loving parent we could ever have. Allow this truth to be a foundation to leverage kindness towards yourself!
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Nancy Hicks has a passion for Christ and her life's mission is to raise up women around the globe, excited about following Jesus. You can find her speaking at conferences, on college campuses, or at retreats, via radio, television and social media. Stay tuned for an impactful conversation, and learn how to move towards the life that God is calling you to embrace today!
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This Week’s Takeaways
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“Meant to Live: Living in Light of the Good News,” is Nancy’s heart on paper! This book is meant to equip the reader to walk towards the life God is calling you in. Grab your own copy of the book here!
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Humility, honesty, and excellence are so important! Let’s respond to God’s call in this life by exemplifying the fruit of the spirit in all we do.
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You either pass it down or shut it down with the Lord..stop that generational sin!
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Jesus is the truth and truth is when we see things as they really are.
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There’s power in the gospel, there’s power in the name of Jesus, and there’s power in the cross.
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The scriptures are meant to be conversation starters not enders. Don’t let differing perspectives rob you of the joy God has blessed you with!
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Get ready for some of Carrie's personal tips on ways you can become a healthy you in 2020! Tune in as she shares with you the importance of taking care of your spirit, soul, and body.
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This week’s Takeaways
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We have different parts that make up who we are. We are spirit, we have a soul, and we live in a body. It’s important that we take care of all these things that make us a whole person!
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Our spirit gives us meaning and purpose and enables us to love others, to love ourselves, and to love God.
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To pursue a life with intention and purpose is how God wired us to live!
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Our physical bodies need to be healthy in order to function the way it's created to. One of the ways we do that by paying attention to what we feed our body.
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As we move forward in 2020 what are the action steps you’re going to take to living a healthier life? It’s important to know why you do what you do and it’s also important to know what you want to do.
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As a child of God, we live for the expectation of one.
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Get ready for an impactful conversation with our prayer warrior friend, Laura Schmude, as she shares her personal testimony on the power of prayer and how it truly changes things. Allow this conversation with Laura to move you and activate your prayer life today!
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This week’s Takeaways
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At 17 years old and being pregnant, Laura was confronted with a desire to get her life right and to do things well. She found out that God was the only thing that could help her do that, and He met her right where she was at amidst some really challenging times.
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When you’re moved by the spirit, you can’t help but have emotions come out!
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War for your children through prayer and it will change things, no doubt!
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Even if your loved ones aren't walking with the Lord, God will still burden your heart for them. We still have spiritual influence in their life and can care for them through intercession.
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There’s no need to be afraid of prayer, if you feel an impression to start praying for somebody, go ahead and start praying.
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Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths.”
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Get ready for a motivational conversation with Carrie Robaina, and Content Manager, Kailey Mattarella, as they share their perspective on finding beauty in the midst of a mess and some favorite ways to press on in difficult seasons. Join in, and discover how you can find beauty in the mess too!
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This week’s Takeaways
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Wherever we’ve been, whatever we’re doing right now, and wherever we’re going, God already knows. Psalms 139 says, “O LORD, you have searched me and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways.”
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In this life there will always be ups and downs, finding beauty in the mess is key. Whether that be digging into community, speaking truth, or remembering this time will pass, these messy situations are opportunities to draw closer to Him!
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Messy situations happen to every single one of us, it’s something God can use to awaken our need for him. Check out Romans 5:3-5.
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God has a 100% track record of faithfulness, He will carry you through!
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Are you going through a hard time? Find a way to give back! Giving in the midst of trials can be a great Holy Spirit distraction for us. We can do something kind for someone else, no matter what we’re going through!
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Joy Makers Project is a ministry that goes out and shares love with other people, activating individuals, groups, and businesses to be more outward focused. Check out the ministry here.
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Get ready to dive into a meaningful conversation with founder of Aunty Anne’s Pretzels, Anne F. Beiler, as she shares her profound story of overcoming abuse, despair, depression, and trauma. Join us and be inspired to help break the silence of pain in you and your loved one’s life today!
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This Week’s Takeaway’s
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After suffering the loss of Anne’s young child, she became entangled in a world of despair. Anne was without hope until she learned how to break the silence of pain through confession and bringing hidden things into the light.
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“The Secret Lies Within: An Inside Out Look at Overcoming Trauma and Finding Purpose in the Pain,” is a book written by Anne F. Beiler, encouraging others going through challenging times that they’re not alone. Make sure to grab your copy of the book here!
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Allow God’s glory to become your story! Nothing is ever wasted in our lives. For many years Anne was silent because of the secrets that were kept within, but after the act of confession, she now see’s the beauty and freedom that comes with taking responsibility to confess.
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If you know someone going through a traumatic time, sometimes it’s best to just be there, sit with them, and help carry their burden.
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Are you going through a challenging time? Speak up! Find someone that you’re safe with and allow them to help you bear those troubles and talk about how you feel. These actions are key to the healing process.
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The power of confession takes us into a whole new way of living and there are many ways you can practice that. Bedside prayers, journaling, and confessing to one another are all ways we can receive freedom in Christ!
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That little tiny thing in your mouth is extremely powerful and what rolls off of it is something that can be true, kind, and life giving, or something that can cause a whole lot of damage. We prefer the first option, you too? Join us and learn how to spark life with your words on this week’s podcast!
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This Week’s Takeaways
- Just because someone may throw shade at you, does not mean you need to join in. We can change the whole atmosphere with what we speak out loud. BE a conversation changer!
- Proverbs 18:21 says, “Words kill, words give life. They’re either poison or fruit, you choose.” We’re encouraged in the word of God to guard our mouth and to guard our tongue.
- Holding your tongue is not only for others benefits but you benefit as well. One way to calm a situation down is by seeking to understand a person rather than assume what their intentions are. Maybe taking a moment to clarify and ask that person to explain how they feel in that particular situation, or to explain their side of things may help.
- Speaking life can look different depending on what means of communication you use. In person communication, text messages, phone calls, and social media comments are all ways we speak. Let’s do our best to spark life in these areas!
- If you find yourself in a difficult conversation that isn’t sparking life, try changing the direction of the conversation or offering to pray for the individual speaking.
- Our standard is the bible, that is our go to source for wisdom when it comes to speaking.
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Get ready to dive into the unique life of Journalist and Author, Cheryl Stritzel McCarthy! Well spoken and a great writer, you'll enjoy getting a peak into Cheryl's childhood and enjoy conversation on the importance of shaping family culture.
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This Week’s Takeaways:
- Today in our society there’s a ton of social upheaval, and sometimes that can be challenging to navigate. Still, we encourage you to keep your own family culture strong, no matter what’s happening outside of your home.
- A husband and wife having a strong partnership with shared goals is important to the health of a family unit.
- Children are more capable than you think. Allow your children to have real work to do, when you expect more out of them, they’re able to show you what they’re capable of.
- Family life is a great learning lab for practicing how to get along as an adult. If our kids learn those lessons well in childhood, it’s setting them up for success to have meaningful relationships in the future.
- Because of the different cultural dynamics in Carrie's family, they've had to work through different social rituals and find what fits them best. For them, the dinner table is really important so having one meal together at least once a day is a priority. This helps teach their kids to belong, to feel secure, accepted, and safe!
- Cheryl recently wrote a book which is a memoir called, “Many Hands Make Light Work.” She talks about her experiences of growing up in the 50’s and 60’s in a town in the midwest, with 8 siblings and parents who trusted them to work hard. Click here to grab your own copy!
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Get ready to dig into God’s word and see what it says about...money! A topic filled with many opinions, join Carrie Robaina as she share's what God thinks about money and how you can be a good steward of your finances in everyday life too.
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This Week’s Takeaways:
- If money becomes the boss of us and we want to serve it more than God, that becomes a heart issue because it’s not meant to own us.
- God’s word says a lot about money and we should look at that in light of all scripture, not taking anything out of proper context.
- Anything that is contending with, fighting for, or pulling us away from the love of God is what we want to steer away from. Underneath God, we have peace, safety, security, and comfort!
- Timothy 6:10 says, “For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil, and some people, craving money, have wandered from the true faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows.” Money can be a root of all kinds of evil, however it’s not the money itself that’s evil. It’s the human heart that will determine whether money is used for good or not.
- In everything we do, may we work at it as if we are working for the Lord. Check out Colossians 3:23-24.
- God is concerned more about our heart and how we steward what we’re given rather than how much income we actually bring in. If you’re a business owner and receive money from a product or service you give, it’s what you do with the money that counts.
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Adrienne Richardson is the owner of Powerplay Media, a marketing company that specializes in creating highly profitable Facebook and Instagram ads. This successful businesswoman created two incredible companies by turning her pain into purpose and is a wife and mom who loves Jesus, hockey and coffee. Adrienne's passionate about helping business owners fulfill their mission to impact others with their unique gifts and talents and today she joins Carrie Robaina for a conversation that will inspire you to turn your pain into purpose too.
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- Adrienne and her family live in Nashville, Tennessee. She’s a mom of two children and has an incredible testimony of her marriage being restored by the grace of God!
- Whether it be postpartum depression or something else, there’s no shame in getting help to stay safe! If you know someone struggling with postpartum depression, we encourage you to spend time with that person and help them with anything you can. Often times in situations like this, the best thing you can do is help that person even if they don’t ask for it. If you’re struggling with a form of depression, we highly encourage you to find a support system!
- God works in so many different ways in our lives whether we recognize it at the time or not.
- Out of Adrienne’s difficult time with postpartum depression, she created a magazine called “South Jersey MOM” to help other women working through challenges too. Creating the magazine was a tool that not only helped Adrienne move forward and heal, but also impacted many others in such a positive way.
- God has given every person a gift and a skill that is meant to solve a problem for someone else. When it comes to sales and business, we should see it as serving someone else. We owe it to those people to offer our products and services!
- “Power Players business in life” is a podcast Adrienne recently started where she talks about business and life’s challenges. Be sure to check it out here.
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On this week's episode of She Walks In Truth, musician, writer, and passionate follower of Jesus, Sasha Frank, joins Carrie Robaina for a conversation about navigating life after college, facing fears, healing from trauma, and walking through obstacles with God.
This week's topics of discussion:
- Sasha came to know the Lord through experiencing the realness of life. After graduating college, Sasha felt like she was one of those people who slipped through the cracks. This led her to depend on God and to seek Him more and through that she realized God was with her all along.
- No matter what decisions we make in this life, God loves us the same.
- ”Introducing Sasha Frank” is a memoir of Sasha’s life God laid on her heart to create and publish. You can purchase Sasha’s book here!
- We don’t live for the approval of man, it’s the approval of God that counts! Embrace who God has made you to be and trust that He will guide you.
- Why do we allow fear to saturate us, when sometimes that fear isn’t even rational? Recognize and release those fears, you’re meant to walk in freedom!
- Healing from past and recent trauma can be a challenge. One way we suggest to work through that is by journaling. Reflecting allows us to see things from a different perspective which can help promote healing within. Sharing your story and not being ashamed to talk about it are also ways that can help with healing too.
- It’s okay to follow your passions. By doing the will of God, your soul will be nourished and He will provide the character to sustain it.
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On this week's episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina talks about the life changing experience of dropping her son off at college and being a first time college mom.
This week's topics of discussion:
- Carrie’s oldest son Ethan knew he wanted to attend University of Kansas since he was in 5th grade!
- Carrie was at a loss for words when she and her husband Ricardo finally dropped off their oldest son at the University of Kansas. Though tear jerking, it was also a memorable time of starting new traditions for their family.
- If you're a parent, be encouraged that you can start a new tradition regardless of how old your child is or what transition in life you’re in! Don’t be afraid to capture those precious moments with loved ones, just share with them why it’s important to you and make sure they know in advance your intentions.
- It’s important to have conversations with your children transitioning into adulthood, asking if there has been anything in their life that you should apologize and ask forgiveness for. This can really help clear your mind as your child takes off!
- God is a compassionate and loving God. What defines you is who you are in God’s eyes!
- It’s so important to allow yourself to feel all the emotions and to be compassionate towards yourself.
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Melissa d'Arabian is a season five winner of the food network star on television and hosts a popular show called “Ten Dollar Dinner.” She joins the conversation with podcast host, Carrie Robaina to talk about how you can appreciate food and grace in today’s society and shares about her new book, “Tasting Grace: Discovering the Power of Food to Connect Us to God, One Another, and Ourselves.” Join us for a conversation that will help you make dinner time with friends and family more meaningful!
This Week's Takeaways
- Melissa has been working with food for over a decade. She has a desire to see food the way God sees it and this has led her on an exploration for understanding His heart for it all.
- God’s generosity is made delicious through food. He gave us different types of food to enjoy because He loves us!
- Jesus didn't just feed people, He ate with them. Food is a way that enables relationship to happen and when we practice hospitality, we are inviting people to embrace community.
- Hospitality is not about separation or impressing, it’s about unifying and coming together.
- Do you have children that seem to have taste buds that only like salty, sweet, and junk food snacks? If so, don’t worry, there’s so much grace! Children have been taught through the years to like these kinds of foods. Be patient in the process of growing into a healthy eating lifestyle with your family.
- Click here to purchase Melissa d’Arabian’s new book, “Tasting Grace: Discovering the Power of Food to Connect Us to God, One Another, and Ourselves.”
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Rebekah Lyons is a popular speaker and best selling author joining the show today to talk about a book she wrote called “Rhythms of Renewal: Trading Stress and Anxiety for a Life of Peace and Purpose.” Listeners on the show today will walk away with tools on how to quiet the chaos of life so you can create room to flourish.
**This Week's Takeaways**
- It’s hard to be the church if we aren’t talking about the current tensions of our day. It’s important to make sure the faith we carry as believers makes sense in the times of culture we live in. Whether that be gender, technology, or diversity, as people of God we’ve got to walk straight into it and embrace the tension.
- Several years ago, Rebekah walked through a season of anxiety that turned into a series of panic attacks when she and her family moved to New York City. Rebekah desired to walk in sustained spiritual, emotional, and relational health, and in order to do that, she discovered four new rhythms of everyday life to pursue.
- Our journey with God is active, sometimes we need to literally walk it out.
- Play and control cannot coexist, our control is actually rooted in fear. Allow yourself to discover what having fun can mean by trusting, releasing, and surrendering to God!
- The rhythms of rest, restore, connect, and create are universal to everyone, still they come in different expressions depending on how God has uniquely designed each of us to function.
- If you need peace, offer praise. You can meet those fears with adoration.
- It’s so important to connect with the Holy Spirit! Whether it be creating, resting, needing to forgive, dealing with past hurts, or whatever it is on your heart, communication with God is priceless.
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Dr. Christine Stueve is the founder of Sano Wellness Center in the Minneapolis area and the Neueroscience Institute of Pastoral Medicine which is a non-profit institute that focuses on supporting our communities that are hurting and not responding to mainstream health care. In Part 2 of this series, Dr. Stueve digs a little deeper into some of the causes of health symptoms and how God has created our body in unique ways to heal. Make sure to listen intentionally, take notes, and share this episode with someone else who needs to hear this information today!
This Week's Takeaways!! -Dr. Christine Stueve shares that dealing with the spiritual aspect of pain is often the most important part of healing. One of the main reasons why people don’t walk in victory of their health is because it’s a deeper, generational sin pattern that is hindering you. There are hidden strongholds we need to break agreement with, it’s simply a matter of walking through and praying through those strongholds. -Let's make sure to not be afraid to dig into the deeper issues with the Lord! Writing things down and becoming aware of past hurts is half the battle. When we recognize how our past may be affecting us in a negative way today, we are then able to release it and let it go. -The sooner our kids know their identity in the Lord, the better! -It's pretty amazing that we can train our nervous systems out of stress patterns. Though it takes persistence, perseverance, and trust, if we embrace the process, it actually works! -God wants to see you joyful, He desires for us to experience how amazing this life can be! -Dr. Christine Stueve has so many great resources for you to check out! Purchase her book “Dust to Diamonds” here. Be sure to learn more about the Sano Wellness Center here and the Neuroscience Institute of Pastoral Medicine here too! Shop Carrie's Favorites
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Carrie Robaina is shaking things up a bit on this week's podcast by launching a two-part series on Wholisitic Living where we talk about God, science and healing!
Carrie's special guest is Dr Stueve with NSIPM & Sano Wellness Center! She is a Doctor of Pastoral Science & Medicine, Doctor of Philosophy Natural Medicine and a Traditional Doctor of Naturopathy. Dr. Stueve is the founder of a thriving practice in the Minneapolis area and the Neueroscience Institute of Pastoral Medicine (NSIPM).
In this episode Dr. Stueve shares about her personal healing journey from trauma and cancer and how those experiences led her to dig deeper in science, natural medicine, and what God’s word says about it all.
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This Week's Takeaways
- Every single thing God walks us through good or bad is a blessing, for He is the one who guides, equips, and heals.
- Over the last couple hundred years, we have steered away from natural medicines and that has made it hard to see how the use of frequency, vibrations, and energy for healing purposes when applied in the guidelines of God’s word is good. However, natural medicine can be a great alternative to mainstream medicine today.
- It’s good for you to ask God if there is anything holding you back from Him or from full healing. We should not shut down the hard things we deal with because those hard things are opportunities to dig in and to know God’s character even more.
- We all understand pain and we all understand fear. Each comes in different forms and expressions depending on who you are and what your unique genetic expression is.
- When we start to understand more about how the body functions in God’s image, we can understand the process of God’s plan for healing too!
- When it comes to practical equipping tips on moving from trauma to living in a different way of life, Dr. Christine Stueve advises you to embrace the word of God with a surrendered heart and a willingness to let go of past trauma.
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Jess Connolly is a best selling author and coach, passionate about equipping women to be all that you’re created to be! She joins the show today to talk about a new book of hers called "You Are the Girl for the Job: Daring to Believe the God Who Calls You". This book not only shares why you are the girl for the job, but how God made you for the job.
Introduction to Jess Connolly (2:30)
When Jess and her husband were first married, they ran a maternity home which taught them wild ministry lessons. In recent years, she’s started a ministry coaching women, helping to show how mighty God is within them. Jess loves coming alongside women, hearing what God has asked them to do, and encouraging them to do it.
Behind the “Why” (6:20)
Jess shares why she decided to write the “You Are the Girl for the Job” book. She shares that it was the book she needed to read, something full of God’s truth, about His capacity and ability in us for the days when we feel like we couldn’t or weren’t qualified.
Let’s Quit Now (9:15)
We cannot seek God’s glory and our own at the same time. If any part of our hearts has decided to seek to win instead of wondering at his goodness, let’s stop now. When we praise other people instead of God, we create a hierarchy that is not healthy. We need to quit those unhealthy and unholy motivations! God is our hero and our life is this opportunity for abundant and obedient worship to Him and Him only.
Obedience is Key (12:20)
Our responsibility is to worship and to be obedient.
Six Principles (14:00)
Jess shares six principles in her book. First, set your focus on work, life, and relationships in a healthy and Godly way. Second, take stalk of the story that has shaped your life. Third, fight fear and stand up for what the truth is. Fourth, Catch the God sized vision and learn to hear from God. Fifth, Make a plan for that vision and sixth, make the move. Take what you’ve been given and put obedience in your feet.
Make A Move (19:00)
Carrie highly recommends the “You Are the Girl for the Job” book. It’s filled with God’s truth, giving you permission to take action and make a move. To purchase the book, click here!
Unconventional and Holy (21:00)
Mary Magdalene was the very first person to see Jesus after he was raised from the dead. Think about it, this has a wild impact for women who feel like they aren't qualified for ministry.
Redeemed (23:00)
Jesus takes broken people, heals them, then uses those same people for His glory.
He is Faithful (24:00)
No matter how long someone has or hasn’t been in Church, God’s word is alive and active. If we’re reading through scripture and a word resonates with your spirit, lets press into that!
Be Encouraged (24:45)
It’s wildly important that you believe God says you are the one for the job, that He’s placed you where you're at on purpose. God is not doubtful, scared, or nervous about your inadequacies. He will give you all the help you need to complete what He’s assigned you to.
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Jennifer Fernjack is an inspiration and brain tumor survivor who joins the show to share her story on the process of getting diagnosed, waiting, getting treatment, and how God has seen her through these challenging times. Stay tuned to learn how you can use emotional grit to strengthen yourself in everyday life too!
Introduction to Jennifer Fernjack (1:15)
Jennifer is from northern Minnesota, raised with a mindset of rather than complaining about things, to just get through it. For over 25 years she has been in the financial business industry where she originally started out working in branch offices, but now travels to many offices teaching employees new and important skills.
Medical Diagnosis (3:45)
In the spring of 2016, Jennifer was diagnosed with a brain tumor. After receiving the results, Jennifer wondered if she would go blind, if she would ever get married again, and even if she would eventually die. As Jennifer realized this situation would have to be faced, she decided to make the most of it by writing a list on the positives of having a brain tumor. By creating a positive list, she knew it would naturally release feel good chemicals in the brain to help get through this difficult time.
Processing Emotions (7:20)
Processing worry and all the treatments coming up was a journey for Jennifer especially when she had a diagnosis in May, but wouldn’t have surgery until August. Sometimes she would lay in bed consumed by a sea of doubt, but in those times she was intentional to switch her mindset into seeing the blessings through it all.
Count Your Blessings (9:20)
Jennifer shares on the importance of having healthcare. Having access to technology and healthcare in the United States is such a blessing!
In the Waiting (10:30)
Sometimes the waiting is the hardest part of a diagnosis.
The Medical Journey (10:45)
Carrie asks Jennifer to elaborate on her process in the waiting, during, and after recovery.
Reframing (12:35)
Reframing is a psychological word meaning it’s not always the stimulus that determines a reaction but rather how you perceive a certain situation will make the biggest difference.
Choosing Gratitude (14:30)
The night before surgery, Jennifer and her family had a big conversation on logistics of burial, will, and wishes if she were to not make it through this surgery. That night she took a shower and decided to listen to upbeat music because it helped produce the "feel good" chemicals in her body. Music was something that helped her before and during the recovery of surgery.
The Surgery (16:30)
Jennifer’s surgery took about 6 hours and the brain tumor they found was about the size of a golf ball. After surgery, she would need to do radiation treatment for about 5 to 6 weeks.
Radiation Treatment (17:45)
During one of Jennifer’s radiation treatments, she decided to listen to Rapper’s Delight song. The person working radiation treatment made a funny joke before they turned on the music quoting “today we have a little radiation for the ladies” and this brought a new joy and laughter to Jennifer in that time.
Random Acts of Kindness (19:25)
To encourage and help someone as they are going through challenging times can bring fulfillment in so many ways. Random acts of kindness is one way to help distract people from difficult seasons and to help switch a worrying perspective into a grateful one instead.
New Perspective (20:20)
Instead of worrying about what could of happened to Jennifer through this trial, her family decided to be grateful for the surgery and how far she had come. Perspective is the key!
A Changed Life (21:00)
Jennifer shares how she has become a better person because of this brain tumor experience. She is more grateful for the simple things, looks at everyday as a gift, thinks relationships are of most importance, and realizes the best things in life are free.
Stitched Together (22:45)
God will take the broken pieces of our lives and help stitch them back together.
The Power in Positivity (24:15)
Even though we can't control the quantity of our lives, we can still control the quality of our lives. Not only does a positive attitude impact the person choosing to be positive, but it also impacts people all around.
Be Encouraged (25:00)
No matter who you are, what your life is, and what your circumstances are, remember that the best things in life are free.
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Content manager for She Walks In Truth, Kailey Mattarella, and podcast host, Carrie Robaina, introduce a new podcast feature of quarterly episodes on "Ask Carrie and Kailey". Together, they're going to help answer questions listeners have about faith, life, and "get to know you" questions about themselves, too! This week's episode focuses on turning worry into worship and how to get "unstuck" in those challenging times. Stay tuned for an interactive and thought provoking conversation! Turning Worry Into Worship (2:00) Last week Carrie posted a blurb on Facebook about turning worship into worry. In return, someone commented back “how” and this led Carrie to think, “that is a great question!” If we don’t understand something or aren’t sure, it’s important to be bold and just ask the simple question of, “but how”.
What is Worship (2:45)
Worship is not confined in a box. Worship to Kailey is inviting God into whatever you are doing! If that means waking up and getting out of bed when it’s hard to or singing with others at a local church body, there are so many ways we can worship God.
Carrie’s take on Worship (3:40)
Worship is a word we often hear in Church and sometimes we can get in a mindset that it’s a slow song everyone sings, but Carrie’s take is a little different. Worship is in everything, in fact of all of creation worships God! Whether it be the birds singing or the spiders weaving their webb, it’s all worship. Worship can take on different expressions and forms depending on what season we’re in as well. Maybe it’s turning on worship music at home, choosing to eat healthy, or even dancing around as a way to choose joy instead of worry.
Endless Possibilities (6:30)
There are endless possibilities on what worship can be! Waking up early to make lunch for a child, helping someone with a chore, or caring for your family, are all ways of worship. When we submit our lives to God in everything we do, that is worship.
Temptation to Worry (9:00)
This past spring, Carrie went through a big life transition. She and her family sold their house, moved to a different state, all while caring for the kids, going to graduate school, running multiple businesses, and trying to maintain good health. On top of all that change, health problems arose which caused Carrie to get sick day after day. As she went through this tough season, there were many opportunities to turn worry into worship.
A Season of Endurance (11:30)
Though Carrie found herself in the ER multiple times this summer, she was determined to still call on the name of God, no matter what. Some nights, Carrie could hardly sit up, other nights, she couldn’t sing. But the nights Carrie was able to sing, she recited the verse over and over of “heal me and I shall be healed, save me and I shall be saved” as a declaration and praise to God.
Embracing the Unknowns (13:00)
When there have been alot of unknowns, Kailey has found herself worrying and trying to control situations. As she’s started to release worry, give it to God, and let go, it’s helped her learn how to rest. The act of being intentional with rest is something that has been huge in this season for Kailey and she encourages listeners to do the same.
Resting (16:00)
Resting can be an act of worship, too. We are not worshipping some unknown God in the universe, but rather the triune God, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Joyful Worship (17:00)
We can worship God while having Fun! Whether it be going out for coffee with friends, walking around the neighborhood, or doing some creative poroject, thank God for who He is through it all.
Psalm 96:13 (18:30)
Psalm 96:13 says, “Let all creation rejoice before the Lord, for he comes, he comes to judge the earth. He will judge the world in righteousness and the peoples in his faithfulness.” When we worship God, He’s going to inspect our hearts.
Made New (19:30)
God is the one who gives us true peace. When we’re in God’s word, study God’s word, and know God’s word, we start to live it out and think of it more often.
How to get Unstuck (20:20)
Back in 2017, Kailey went through an emotionally and mentally challenging year. Looking back now, she recognizes there were many thoughts and memories she allowed herself to dwell in such as painful memories and hurts instead of dwelling in truths and speaking those out. We all think thoughts, let’s make sure to think on the thoughts that will benefit us in the long run.
Internal Dialogue (23:00)
Our internal dialouge has the power to move us forward or keep us stuck. In the church, it seems like we don’t talk about these things enough.
Our Thoughts Matter (24:00)
Before we say it outloud, we’ve already had to think about it within. Alot of getting unstuck starts with the mind and taking thoughts captive on what we’re actually thinking about. The first step to getting free from bad thoughts, is by recognizing them in the first place. Let’s not wait, but start doing that today!
Gaze on Him (25:50)
It's in our best interest to keep our eyes gazed on God!
What is your Portion (26:45)
If you’re in a season where you have alot going on, God will give you the capacity to keep doing that. At the same time, being busy does not make us super Christian! If you think you may be too busy, just ask God to help you. Holy spirit is your best guide in navigating with the day to day schedule. What is your portion today?
Get Unstuck Tips (28:45)
One, Remember God is in control and He’s not surprised by the things your struggling with. Two, prioritize your time by thinking about what you’re thinking about! It’s important to take thoughts captive. Three, create! God created us to create and that is one way to get rejuvinated.
Turn up the Volume (31:00)
When going through a rough time, make sure to blast that worship music! You may be surprised on how the atmosphere can change when we sing praises to God.
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Rachel Wathen is a young woman filled wisdom and passion for cultivating family. Today she joins the show to share on challenging dynamics she went through when fighting off a sickness, to teach listeners how to overcome hard times, and so much more. Stay tuned for a sweet and joy filled conversation with Rachel and Carrie!
Introduction to Rachel Wathen (2:15)
Rachel’s parents were raised in the catholic church and at about 23 years old they were introduced to the Holy Spirit. Being introduced to the Holy Spirit brought them into deeper relationship with the Lord, so from the get go Rachel had an awareness of who God was. She is the youngest of four children and her siblings have helped create a solid foundation in her life.
Rachel Today (4:15)
Rachel graduated college about a year ago, was a nanny for some time, and currently is an instructional assistant for students with disabilities. Her older sister recently had a baby and most of her free time is spent holding that child!
Chosen (5:30)
All of Rachel's siblings have chosen the Lord at one point or another in their life. Together, they feed off each other and it allows them to learn more. How beautiful!
Wisdom Comes Through Experience (7:15)
Wisdom does not solely come from age, rather it comes through experience. The Lord promises we would go through hardships and what we have gone through as individuals is not depicted in our age. There is no mini holy spirit or mini God, all of this is available whether we are young or old.
Specific Plans (9:30)
The Lord has something specific He wants to teach each of us. Just because believers will learn lessons at different times, doesn't mean we’re in better or worse places with the Lord. It’s all about the personal relationship we have with God and He knows what we need most.
Value of Vulnerability (10:30)
It's okay to rest where you are and not be afraid to verbalize it. Rachel has had a lot of different health issues that started once she was out of high school. From hormone imbalances, to parasites, to E. Coli, to scoliosis, it’s been constant challenges for quite some time. Ironically, her biggest fear up to this point had been getting sick. Through these difficult times it has shown her every single day she has a choice to sit in fear or to give her weakness to the Lord and trust that He is there to comfort her.
Father of Healing (12:05)
God is the Father of healing and He is sovereign no matter what. Healing can look different than what we expect and that is okay. Through extended periods of health issues, God may be doing a work in your heart. May we always keep an open mind that God only has good intentions and knows best.
He Doesn’t Change (13:00)
Rachel shares how the Lord called her to come home part way through her college years. In this time home she lacked community and felt as if life was mundane and purposeless, but through this God became more of a dependence. No matter what kind of numbing or lack or purpose you may feel, it’s important to dig into God. Our feelings or experiences do not change the truth of who God is, may we embrace that wholeheartedly.
Hidden Weeds (14:30)
The wounds of our childhood can cripple our adulthood, let’s not have past hurts hold us back. Today is a great day to weed out those past hurts, for there is more life and freedom in store for you. Rachel describes our hearts like a beautiful garden with weeds that need to be pulled out. Every single thing we go through in life gives opportunity for a flower to bloom and more room in the garden to be taken up by something healthy and living. We aren’t promised tomorrow, take the opportunity to grow and heal today!
Confronting Fear (15:55)
Carrie asks Rachel to share more on how she confronted the different health issues coming at her. Rachel mentioned in the beginning of her health issues she was wondering why her biggest fear in life was taking place. There were so many questions with little to no answers. It was a word from a woman at a bible study, prayer, and Jesus that allowed her to press on and accept that God is abundant and good no matter what. Knowing who He is wouldn’t change regardless of circumstances, gave Rachel the peace she needed to carry through and overcome.
Choosing to Trust (19:00)
It's in our best interest to trust the Lord. Our trials often times will bring us to a place of dependence and needing God on a deeper level.
Feast with Truth (20:00)
Our mind feasts with what it focuses on, that’s why it’s important to speak life over yourself regularly. While feelings of hardship are certainly valid, don’t stop there. One way to feast with life is by simply rejoicing this is a day the Lord has made and to be glad in it. See Psalm 18:24 for a biblical reference.
Faith is a Choice (21:00)
Letting fear become greater than faith is a choice. May we let this sink into our hearts today.
God Breathed (24:15)
Scripture is God breathed and will not change while this world is wavering and changing all the time. We have no idea what tomorrow will bring, so let us be diligent to soak in His truth and promises everyday. Write it out, let it filtrate through your mind, fill yourself with it every and anyway!
A Beautiful Challenge (25:00)
As believers we are called to take scripture literally. It can make things more difficult to hear and accept but at the same time it also makes things about who God says we are so much more beautiful. The bible is just an account of all the amazing things Jesus did while here on earth. There is so much more in store for us to discover!
Be Encouraged (27:00)
Whatever you’re going through Rachel’s heart goes out to you. Similar to the biblical times of people fighting for the promised land, today is a fight to battle for the Kingdom of God. Keep fighting, keep pressing, don’t give up, friend! The fight is worth it, God’s promises are true, and He will see things through in His perfect timing.
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Wendy Henley is a woman of God and kingdom entrepreneur where she and her husband use their business to love the corporate realm in unique ways. Listeners on the show today will be encouraged, equipped, and challenged to make a kingdom difference in your work life too.
Introduction to Wendy Henley (1:35)
Wendy is a wife, mom, and a teammate with her husband in the mortgage company and culture. She and her husband recently opened Trinity Oaks Mortgage company and feel God has honored this opportunity to reach people for Christ.
Forerunners in Kingdom Business (4:10)
Trinity Oaks Mortgage company sets an incredible example for so many other business on how to bring the kingdom of God into the workplace. They have four core values such as honest communication, second mile service, relentless pursuit of excellence, and generous love, all based on God’s truth. On top of living out these four core values, Wendy and her husband make an effort to hand out bibles to customers after they have honored them in the mortgage services.
Blessings in Real Estate (5:30)
Carrie shares how a Christian real estate agent greatly blessed her and her husband Ricardo when they recently had been looking to purchase a new home. She noticed the real estate agent seemed to care more about her as a person rather than how much money they could get from the business itself.
Stop for the One (7:45)
Jesus stopped for so many individuals, so should we! It can be intimidating to be courageous like offering to pray for people or sharing the gospel, however there is great fufillment when we do step out.
Trust in Him (10:40)
When we are called to something we must trust that God is going to make a way. If God has placed something on your heart such as handing out bibles in the workplace, you will never know it’s impact unless you give it a try.
No More Fear (11:45)
We don’t have time to let fear rob the joy from ourselves or for others, it has no right to dominate us. Overtime Wendy has learned to love sharing the joy of the Lord with folks around her. At first this used to get her nervous but now, she’s learned people want to know that you care. Little things like stopping for a server and asking if they need prayer can make a huge difference in someone’s life. What are some things you can do to make a positive impact on someone today?
Honor Him (14:00)
God is the one who accepts us, redeems us, and calls us back home. Because of who He is, we have a responsibility to honor Him in all we do.
Ambassadors of Christ (14:55)
We are ambassadors of Christ here and now, it is our privilege and responsibility to release that on earth. Believers do what we do because we desire to show God’s heart to the world around.
Fruit of the Kingdom (15:30)
God’s kingdom is peace, joy, righteousness, and love. Fear can rob us of so much joy and we need to be careful to not make things up in our own mind that would strip us of God’s peace.
Wendy’s Faith Story (17:15)
Wendy always felt like she had a connection with God. She was baptized catholic and at 13 years old, accepted Jesus as Lord and savior over her life. From an early age she wanted the fullness of Christ and nothing less. This carried on throughout her teenage years and at 19 years old she was able to attend a great church that allowed her to grow in a love for the word.
A Call to Encourage (19:00)
At 21 years old, Wendy was baptized in the Holy Spirit. In this, her relationship with the Lord seemed to go to a new level. Wendy started to have more spiritual dreams, discernment, and words of encouragement to share with others. To this day she loves to call out the gold in people, bringing hope and the love of Christ to all.
Stepping Out (21:00)
Wendy knew God was asking her to speak into people’s lives more so she started to step out and do that. As she grows in stepping out she is also being moved to pray and intercede for specific people laid on her heart. As Wendy walks in more obedience to Him, she’s learned to become more and more available for God to move through her. When you know you’re encouraging people in the Lord, you want to move in it.
Hope in the Hearing Devotional (26:00)
Wendy knew God was asking her to empower other people and the Hope in the Hearing book is one way she is walking out obedience towards that. This devotional is different from other devotionals because it emphasizes the importance of being thankful and grateful. It is a resource intended to help keep a reader's heart open towards the Lord and the probing questions will help activate individuals faith on a continual basis. Uniquely designed, everyday of the devotional is working off the last which will empower the reader to move into a new level with the Lord, build hope, and to reaffirm God is speaking to us everyday. To purchase the book, click here.
Anchored in Love (27:30)
Let’s be anchored in the fact that God loves you, He’s guiding you, and wants the best for all of us!
Activation is Key (28:30)
Our faith needs to be activated on a daily basis. It’s important to consume information and knowledge, but we need to be intentional about acting upon that too.
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TJ Tison is a business leader, strategic adviser, and change agent within the small business sector. Passionate about empowering women to live and work with purpose and kingdom fruitfulness, TJ shares how we can make a difference inside and outside of the workplace, too!
Introduction to TJ Tison (1:45)
Carrie and TJ met at a Christian in Media event and reconnected at a series event Carrie led all about learning how to podcast. Upon meeting each other, they felt an immediate connection and hearing what God was doing in each of their lives inspired them. TJ has been married for almost 28 years, has two grown children, started a business which helps other businesses grow, and also works for Working Women of Faith. This business organization she works with helps women get real about their faith in the workplace.
Killing Wonder Woman Book (5:30)
Killing Wonder Woman is a book about setting weary women free to win at work and to soar in their faith. There are a ton of resources on how to be a godly wife and mother but not so many resources on how to be a godly worker. While TJ’s motivation to write this book came from her own desire to figure out how God wanted her to go about faith within the workplace, she also wanted to create a tool for women to discover who God created them to be and not who everyone expects them to be. There is so much freedom understanding how God wired us and this is a book that can help significantly with that. Interested in purchasing this book? Click here!
Grounded in Truth (8:00)
It’s so important to be grounded and rooted in our identity in Christ! If we are not rooted in who God says we are, that is setting ourselves up for coming into agreement of what is not real truth. Being reminded of who we are on a daily basis is a worthwhile investment.
Christ Identity (8:45)
Who Christ made us to be and His plans for us are so much bigger than we can think or imagine. We encourage you to hold onto that truth, friend!
God’s Girl (11:00)
We don't have to be like anyone else, we just get to be who God created us to be. You are unique, special, valued, and adored. Not only will God use the hard work you put in working on identity for the good of yourself, but he’ll also use it for the good of others!
Made to Thrive (12:15)
We’re made to thrive in all kinds of life circumstances. Jesus came not to make bad people good, but to make dead people alive! There is a joy we receive that surpasses understanding through Christ Jesus. He came so we might have life and have it to the fullest.
2nd Corinthians 10:13 (13:45)
2nd Corinthians 10:13 says, ‘We will not boast about things done outside our area of authority. We will boast only about what has happened within the boundaries of the work God has given us, which includes our working with you”. Paul the apostle seemed to be one who cared more about what God thought, than the opinion of others. Carrie shares how important it is to not compare ourselves to others, rather to focus on what God has called us to do and obey.
The Comparison Trap (14:45)
The comparison trap is something that can trap women from walking out their full identity in Christ. TJ shares some of her experience in this and believes that God has equipped her to be a teacher in unique ways, not needing to look the same or to compare herself to other teachers. When TJ realized she didn't have to look like everyone else as a teacher, she received so much freedom. When we know it’s all about Jesus and not us, that's where true transformation happens!
Different Giftings (18:00)
We all have different gifting's and purposes in this life! We need to be mindful of not comparing but rather spending that time to seek God on what those giftings are.
His Promises are True (20:20)
When God gives us a promise and calls us to something, He is the fulfiller of those promises. Our job is to trust God, obey, and go! Let’s be cautious to not try and fulfill those promises on our own time frame. It is His strength, not ours that gets us through each day.
Intentional Discipline (22:30)
Carrie shares what she’s been learning when it comes to making sure her heart is set in the right posture before the Lord. Often times we can go about our day missing God through it all. It’s so much better to stay focused on God and His intentions. One way we can do this is by being in God’s word, consuming it, and speaking in conversation with the Holy Spirit throughout the entire day.
Abide in Him (23:45)
Apart from God, we can do nothing. How amazing is it that the God of the universe wants to spend time with us?
Abundant Living (26:00)
We carry the spirit of God with us everywhere we go. When we walk out our faith every moment of our lives, this is true and abundant living!
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Andrea Accola is a multi-passionate creative, a musician, and a fierce believer. She recently moved from the Minneapolis area out to LA to help cultivate the gifts God has given her. Listeners on the show today will be activated to use the gifts you’ve been given for the greater good, but first and foremost, to prioritize character over talent always.
Introduction to Andrea Accola (2:00)
Andrea grew up in Norway and at 8 years old moved to Minnesota with her family. She has always been creative and desired to be on the cutting edge of what was happening for as long as she can remember. Growing up, there was tension with her parent’s relationship which led her to feel like she couldn’t be creative. For a long time Andrea also ran from being a leader because she was scared of her own leadership. She gave her life to Jesus freshman year of college and from there, it was a radical transformation from drinking and smoking to being concerned about who Christ was.
The Epiphany (4:45)
When Andrea was at a party, there was a moment in particular where she wondered why everyone was here and what the point of it all was.
A Passion for Music (5:20)
Music is Andrea’s passion. She enjoys using this gift to impact people in a positive way.
Created to Create (6:00)
We’re all created to create. Whether it be the arts, communication, cooking, decorating, design, it’s all unique! How has God fashioned you to create?
Embracing the Gifts (7:00)
Andrea moved to LA to invest in a church called Mosaic. This church in particular, has a way of attracting many talented people, while helping to cultivate individuals particular talents in celebratory, yet humble way. To check out the message that got Andrea interested in the first place with Mosaic, click here.
Full of Talent (8:30)
When you’ve been used to being a big fish in a small pond, then switch over to being a small fish in a big pond, it can be a little daunting to say the least! Andrea shares that Mosaic church is filled with incredible talent and many of the people attending do not hide their gifts, rather they’re at home in them.
True Leaders (11:00)
Andrea shares how Mosaic church makes and effort to host an environment in serving one another. Leadership is not commanding people to do something, rather it is serving people and the needs at hand.
Humble Leadership (12:30)
When you serve people, naturally they will want to follow you. Great leaders are servants!
An Exciting Season Ahead (13:40)
There's something significant about being around people who have a large amount of influence, a wide network of connections, and many talents. Andrea is learning so much from people around her and is seeing God set her up with dreams that don’t just involve herself, but involve others all around.
Character Over Talent (15:00)
Andrea shares how important it is to prioritize character over talent. What if we got so lost serving other people’s dreams that we couldn’t even see our own anymore? You never know how God may move you in a certain direction when your heart is in a place to simply serve people.
Let’s Be Honest (17:30)
In order to grow in character we need to be honest with God about where we’re at. If we pretend to be okay when we’re actually not, we aren’t going to receive healing in the places that we need.
Psalm 94:9 (18:45)
At one point in Andrea’s walk with the Lord she came to this place of crying out and asking God where He was. After falling asleep crying one day, she woke up and decided to randomly open up her bible and came across Psalm 94:9. This bible verse says, “Does he who fashioned the ear not hear? Does he who formed the eye not see?”. This verse in particular, struck her heart in a way that she knew, God was always near.
One Turn Away (20:30)
God is just a turn away and that is a truth Andrea holds close to her heart.
Be Encouraged (20:50)
No matter how much pain you may be in, it's never justified to lash out at anyone. Letting God be your defender can be stunning. We have a choice to not be offended.
He Doesn’t Lie (23:15)
God does not lie for He doesn't know how to do that. What an amazing truth!
James 1:13-15 (23:55)
Carrie talks on a bible verse from James 1:13-15. It says, “when tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; but each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death”.
He is our Defender (24:30)
We can know that God is fighting for us always. He’s enough and is our defender!
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Rich Campbell is a counselor, life coach, and helper to many! Today he joins the show talking to us about counseling, the bible, the brain, and the mind. Stay tuned to learn how you can develop a healthy subconscious and belief system, and how to encourage your loved ones in that too.
Introduction to Rich Campbell (2:00)
Rich has a unique and eclectic background. At 16 years old, he became a Christ follower by watching Billy Graham on TV and grew in the faith by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship in college. It’s been an adventurous journey in his lifetime academically, family wise, and vocationally so far. Rich also shares that he’s noticed one season of life will often prepare us for the next season in life ahead.
Human Complexities (3:15)
Carrie and Rich chat on how the brain and mind work. Scripture has many different perspectives on it which Rich finds particularly interesting. When we dive deep into looking at the brain and how God made us, it’s incredible. In the space between our ears, God has placed 100 billion brain cells. There is more mathematical complexity in the space between our ears than there is in the known universe. Wow!
Created in God's Image (4:30)
The animals God created can build to a level of instinct but often times they don't create beyond a certain level of instinct, while humans do. God is a wonderful creator and he gave us a powerful organ called the mind, which allows us to create with intricate detail and imagination.
A Heart for People (5:30)
Rich has a heart to help people understand the way our mind works so we can know who God created us to be and so we can become the best version of ourselves. He’s learned a lot from journeying with people through life coaching and therapy.
Therapy and Life Coaching (7:00)
Rich does therapy and life coaching from the perspective of having vision and providing perspective on what it is that you’re thinking. He believes it’s important to know why we believe what we believe, for this propels us in everything we do.
Proverbs 4:23 (8:00)
Proverbs 4:23 says, “guard your heart above all else, for it is the wellspring of life”. Whether you believe you can or you can't, you're probably right. We need to be mindful of what thoughts we allow in our minds to circulate, and if those thoughts align ourselves into who God made us to be.
Find a Cheerleader (10:00)
It’s so important to have support and coaching to spur you on! Who are the people that encourage you to grow and believe in what you’re capable of? As much as we should be mindful about what others are saying, we should be mindful about what we are telling ourselves too.
Overcoming Challenging Relationships (13:00)
It’s hard to believe what we’re truly capable of when surrounded by negative people and challenging relationships. Rich suggests coming back to the root of it all asking yourself first, “why am I surrounding myself around these people?” We are meant to be valued and it is vital to surround oneself around people that see value in you if at all possible. At the same time, when working through changing a belief system, it may be helpful to have a coach or support to help you correct those parts of yourself wrestling to see your true worth.
Staggering Complexities (14:20)
The conscious mind can process about 2,000 bits of information per second and the subconscious mind can process about 4 billion bits of information as well. Beliefs about ourselves mostly reside in the subconscious part of our mind, that’s why getting to the root of our deeper belief systems and issues is crucial.
True Freedom (16:00)
True freedom comes when we find belief systems that don't line up, wrestle with it, and take our process to God.
Parental Wisdom (18:00)
Carrie asks Rich to elaborate on ways parents can help children develop a healthy subconscious. Rich encourages listeners to be mindful of what they are teaching their kids through words and by example on a daily basis. One way to be mindful of this is by taking a moment to picture your child being interviewed as an adult and the interviewer asking, “what's the most important thing your dad or mom taught you growing up?” What do you honestly think that picture would look like? We encourage you to be the example you desire for your kids to glean from!
Time to Reframe (21:30)
Reframing our thought patterns is a worthwhile investment. Rich shares several reflective questions to ask yourself to help foster an awareness of certain belief patterns in your life.
Resting in the Unknown (22:55)
Life doesn't always make sense and that is okay. Often times we try to make sense of things that are beyond our ability to respond. It’s important to accept what can and can’t be understood in this lifetime.
Surrender (25:00)
Do you have a thought pattern or behavior you know isn’t life giving? If it’s not working, surrender it! Ask God for a new thought pattern, ask Him for help to develop that new thought pattern too. He is faithful.
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Julia Winston is the CEO and leadership strategist at BRAVE Leadership consulting. She has worked for many individuals and corporations, holds two coaching certifications, and a masters degree in human resource development. Her passion is for kingdom women to rise in the workplace. Grab your pen and paper and take notes for what Julia has to say for how you can make a greater impact in the workplace too!
Introduction to Julia Winston (2:15)
Julia grew up in the church in the inner city of Baltimore, Maryland. At an early age she came into relationship with God based our of fear, afraid that if she didn’t do what was right, God may of come after her. As Julia grew in the faith she realized God was not this big man in the sky waiting to pound on her head, rather the trinity and love of the Father was beautiful.
Made for Relationship (4:00)
It was through Julia's relationship with Jesus that she really found who she was.
BRAVE Leadership Consulting and Kingdom Executive Unleashed (5:35)
Julia helps Christian women rise to new levels of impact, influence, and income in their workplace. Some of her greatest spiritual advances came through work related things and she is passionate about helping women in this realm of influence too.
The Story of Joshua (7:00)
Joshua, the biblical character had a mandate to get up and lead people into the promised land and this was no easy task. Sometimes like Joshua, we are called to fight through seasons of life and different circumstances to help create a new standard, including helping others rise to that new standard too!
Catalyst to Spiritual Growth (8:30)
For some of us, our professional life is the very place God has in mind for us to grow spiritually too. God is calling some of us to the workplace not just to be there, but to actually have an impact, to have leadership positions, and to change industries with a kingdom focus. You are not alone in this and Julia is here to help you cultivate that calling.
Ambition Makes A Difference (10:15)
Ambition is not a bad word, God has given us ambition for a reason. The enemy has a bad habit of taking anything good God has created and tries to kill, steal, and destroy any part of it he can. In many ways, it seems ambition for women has been stolen by the enemy. As professional, Christian women in the Church, sometimes we’ve been told that we can’t work, rather we should be a stay at home mom or that we need to tone our spirituality in the workplace down. This is simply not true and it’s time to take our ambition back!
The Deborah Dilemma (13:45)
Deborah was a woman in the book of Judges who was a professional, military strategist to the king, a spiritual leader, a wife, mother, and prophet of Israel. There was no indication that these different roles she had clashed, in fact it seemed like she did great! Jael, is also a woman in the book of Judges who had a leadership role outside of the house. Both of these women who worked inside and outside of the home were used in tandem to accomplish God’s will. This is the same for today, be who God created you to be, not what your culture says you should be!
Inspired (15:00)
Carrie shares how she used to feel like she had to tone down her passion for business within the church four walls. Julia’s encouragement to be who God created you to be, not what the culture says, inspired Carrie to embrace the role she has in business no matter what.
Raising Up His Daughters (16:00)
God is in the process of raising up His daughters and is using Julia to help steward that in mighty ways.
Greater Impact (18:45)
In order to make a greater impact, as women in the workplace we need to rise in greater influence. One way to gain an influence is by going in with the heart posture of serving those who are in your industry.
Problem Solved (20:00)
Because Joseph and Daniel in Biblical times solved some major problems, this allowed them to have a greater impact and influence. When you make a positive impact, often times opportunities will come to speak into people’s lives spiritually.
Acronym for RISE (22:30)
Julia shares on what the acronym for RISE stands for. The first letter “R” stands for “Realize your divine mandate for work”. We will never understand our purpose apart from God so in order to find that purpose, we must seek God first and that's on us to do.
"I" in RISE (25:30)
Take inventory of your tool kit and spiritual gifts. What gets you passionate? Ask God what He would like you to do with those passions.
"S" in Rise (26:45)
Serve your industry. God did not place you in the workplace just to complain, you are there to serve the people you work for. We are made to serve our realm of influence with solutions. What’s a problem you can help solve with where you’re at today? Ask the Holy Spirit for help in this too!
"E" in Rise (28:30)
Enlarge your circle of industry. It’s important to widen your network of influence with people that can offer you wisdom, new connections, and encouragement. Make sure you have these types of people in your spiritual and professional life.
Great Provider (32:00)
When you are determined to find and fulfill the mission God’s given you, He’s obligated to provide resources for you in return! There is a favor from God on other people for the mission He’s called you to. Be encouraged, friend!
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made (33:30)
Let us disregard and cast off guilt about being working mothers and having ambition. If God has wired you this way, it is good. There is no glass ceiling in the kingdom and we have an audience of one before the Lord.
Speak Up (34:45)
If God has placed you in a position to speak, speak! It does not matter what the ratio of men to women is, speak up.
Free Training (36:45)
Are you interested in learning more about how you can rise to greater positions of impact, influence, and income at work without fasting, fighting or faking it? Check out this great resource here.
Importance of Identity (38:00)
It is so important to know whose you are and where you come from. Julia suggest for women listening on the show today, to write out an identity statement declaring who you are and who God says you are. When we know who we are in Christ, we are then able to walk into a room knowing that we’re there for a reason. True confidence comes from our perfect heavenly Father.
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Kailey Mattarella is the founder of Joy Makers Project, a platform organization focusing on spreading joy in tangible ways through random acts of kindness and unexpected gift giving, all while encouraging others to do the same. Listeners on the show today will be empowered on how to be more outward focused in their everyday lives.
Introduction to Kailey Mattarella (1:50)
Kailey is 24 years old, currently living in Holland Michigan, working as the content manager for the She Walks In Truth podcast, and is in the process of building an organization called Joy Makers Project. Kailey has a passion for spreading tangible joy and sharing the Father's love to everyone and anyone around.
Practicing God's Presence (3:00)
In our everyday busyness of life, sometimes we are not aware of the presence of God. Carrie shares how it’s so important to be intentional in our walk with knowing He is here, He does guide, and He does place people in front of us everyday with great purpose in mind.
See the One (4:30)
Jesus was a master of one to one time with individuals. He knew the specific needs of their lives and took time to talk to them and teach them. Joy Makers Project tagline is “spreading joy, one person at a time”, and it is their goal to show people they are loved, seen, and valued.
The Background (5:20)
Kailey went on an 11 month mission’s trip this past year and during this time sought the Lord on different dreams and ambitions she had. One day she felt as if God asked her, “Kailey what would you be doing if money didn’t matter?” She thought to herself how cool it would be to spread joy in creative ways, and this is where the idea of Joy Makers Project first came about. We never know how one small act of kindness can change someone's day or change the trajectory of someone's life. Let’s be quick to help people feel noticed, cared for, and valued, all while pointing people to the source of true joy, that being Jesus Christ alone.
Dreaming into Reality (6:40)
Upon returning from the states, Kailey took a risk and pursued flexible, part time employment instead of getting a more secure job so that she could create space for growing Joy Makers Project and the ministry dreams God laid on her heart.
Finding the Name (7:12)
Kailey knew the name of her dream job would have something to do with joy in it, partly because that is a gift many people have called out in her and because of that, she desired to share that gift to the world. As Kailey had been exploring different name options, a close friend of hers one day said, “what about Joy Makers” which eventually led to the name, Joy Makers Project.
A Year of Discovery (9:35)
Sometimes we get so caught up in the details that we don’t actually move forward. God will give you what you need when you need it. Carrie encourages listeners to pay attention to what people say about you and who you are created to be, then take it to the Lord. Perhaps giftings people call out in you is something God is calling you into doing.
Spreading Joy (11:00)
A big part of Joy Makers Project is helping to equip people spread joy in creative ways. This ministry has done random acts of kindness at laundromats, parks, bus stops, and so much more.
Joy Makers Outreach (13:00)
Joy Makers Outreach is a space created for people to come together and spread joy in creative ways to the local community every Wednesday evening. Each outreach night has a unique theme and is structured into thirds. First, there is a time equipping and training, second, a time of going out and blessing the local community, and third, a time of coming back for a debriefing period to check in and see how that outreach experience went. Kailey has been able to spread the word about this weekly outreach by speaking at her local church as well as word of mouth.
Lifestyle Christianity (16:00)
People are craving community and Joy Makers Outreach provides something unique and different from a typical bible study. While bible studies are important, so is being sent out into the local community. God has commissioned us to go and share His love and make disciples. It’s so important to walk in that lifestyle of love!
Joy Story Cardstock (17:45)
Joy story cardstock is a resource for people who want to partner with Joy Makers Project. This cardstock is meant to be attached to any gift or random act of kindness someone does to help create a connecting point and way to learn more about this movement. Carrie shares several ideas on how listeners could spread joy. Want to purchase Joy story cardstock? Click here.
The Conspiracy of Kindness (18:00)
Random acts of kindness can do so much for a community and individuals. On average, it may take non believers five significant spiritual encounters in their life before they give their lives to Christ. Just one act of kindness can be one of those significant encounters a person may need. Kailey shares how the book called “Conspiracy of Kindness” has taught her so much when it comes to servant evangelism and the importance of blessing others in tangible ways. Want to purchase the book? Click here.
Partnership (21:10)
Coming alongside each other is so important and when it comes to spreading joy, more people on board the better! We encourage you to go and do your own random act of kindness then tag Joy Makers Project on Instagram or Facebook. Kailey shares that listeners can help grow this movement by purchasing joy story cardstock, subscribing to the weekly joy story emails, liking Joy Makers Project on social media, and spreading the word. Do you have an idea for Joy Makers Project? Feel free to reach out and share!
Joy is Contagious (23:22)
Kailey shares several special moments she's had so far when going out and spreading joy in her local community. The first story she shares is about a time that she went into a local grocery store and bombarded a bathroom with sticky note encouragement at 10:00 pm at night. While putting sticky notes on the bathroom mirror, one woman approached her and was touched, sharing that it was an answer to prayer to meet someone who loves the Lord and was doing something about it too. One more story Kailey had was about meeting a group of teenagers when dropping off 200 pennies at the wishing well in downtown Holland, Michigan. This group of teenagers were so inspired that one of the gals reached out several days later and shared that she was going to spread joy in her local community now too.
The Multiplication Business (26:45)
God is in the multiplication business and may we never underestimate what one simple act of kindness could do or how that may inspire another person to go out and do the same.
Support Joy Makers Project (27:00)
There are so many ways you can partner with Joy Makers Project. Whether that be through spreading the word, prayer, monthly financial support, or becoming a joy maker yourself, any involvement is helpful!
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Sarah Kallies is seeker of truth, mental illness fighter, singer, and much more! Today she joins the show to equip the church on how to walk with people through all seasons of life. Listen and be blessed as Sarah openly shares her story.
Introduction to Sarah Kallies (2:15)
Sarah’s life is marked by a fierce love for Jesus. She grew up as a missionary kid having many international experiences and at 3 months old, her family moved to Israel. After living in Thailand for some time, she eventually made her way to Minnesota.
A Lifetime of Challenges (4:00)
From a very early age, Sarah was mentally ill. At age 13 she attempted suicide at a boarding school and her second suicide attempt took place when she was 19 or 20 years old. Sarah’s most recent suicide attempt was this past summer and on top of these challenging times, she was also sexually assaulted by a stranger in her young adult years. Sarah shares how many people within the church don’t quite understand how you can be walking with Jesus and still suffer severe mental illness.
Vulnerability Fosters Growth (7:00)
Sarah talks openly about her mental health problems because she desires to create a safe place for open dialogue to help others. Her heart is to be an addition to the church, offering open arms and an open mind to hear people out.
Contending with Mental Illness (7:45)
The word says when we come to God and ask, we will be forgiven and healed! Sarah used to say she suffered from mental illness but now she says that she contends with it. Check out Mathew 7:7 for a biblical reference.
People with Stories (8:45)
Sarah mentions that her time spent in a psych ward was one of the best places she could have been. She noticed the people who are sometimes stereotyped as the trash of society, are beautiful people with many stories, resilience, and experiences to share.
Identity in Christ (9:30)
Our identity is found in Christ, not in any mental illness a person may have!
Our Understanding is Secondary (11:00)
It’s okay to not understand it all. Thankfully, our understanding will always be secondary to the goodness of God! Sarah often times gets emails from people asking the big questions on why this is happening to her and how to make sense of it. She does not have all the answers either, but one thing Sarah does know is that her end point is complete healing.
Communication is Key (12:00)
We’re made to communicate, this is God’s heart!
Seen and Unseen (12:45)
Contending with battles seen and unseen is so important. Carrie elaborates on her thoughts with this.
Reaching Out (13:30)
Carrie poses a question asking for Sarah’s advice on what she would do if she were to see a new person sitting in the back of a church and how to best serve that person. Sarah mentions inviting someone to be in a small group can make a huge difference.
Servant Leadership (16:00)
Carrie shares her thoughts on how important the role of being a door holder or volunteer in the church is. Shout out to all the volunteers at church, thank you for your service!
A Love for Music (18:00)
When Sarah lived in Thailand, her dad would participate in massive crusades. In the times Sarah tagged along, she would get up on stage and sing "Jesus loves me" with the crowd. This is where her love for music started. Music is what also got her through difficult times while being abused at home.
Believing (19:00)
It wasn't until College Sarah believed singing was something she could pursue outside of church events. After several important conversations with people in her life, something sparked inside which led her to give music recording a shot. Since then, Sarah has recorded three albums and continues to pursue music recording as part of her vocation.
Purpose in Everything (22:00)
God can use us right where we’re at in the midst of any trial, fault, and sin. His grace is always there no matter what so be encouraged, friend! The farther your life has swung into pain, trial and heartbreak, the further it’s possible to swing the other direction into life, joy, peace and purpose. There can be a shift in your life, you’re not stuck!
The Heart Behind Singing (24:00)
Sarah has drawn from all of her life experience when it comes to writing songs and music. One gal in particular who was at her show years ago, reached out and mentioned how listening to her music helped save her life!
Power in the Testimony (25:15)
One way the Holy spirit can work in and through us is by sharing our testimony!
Opportunity to Know God (26:20)
Even in the hardest moments and struggles, we have an opportunity to know God in a new way. The power of our story can encourage others that they aren't alone. Though we have trials and hardships in life, rest assured that we get the honor of knowing Jesus and can still love and trust Him no matter what. He is faithful!
Hope (27:20)
No matter who you are or where you're at in life, God offers Hope. If we choose to cling to Him, our life is going to abound with more joy, love, and the ability to appreciate God’s grace more and more.
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Caren Lee is a teacher, lacrosse coach, and lover of Jesus Christ. Today she joins the show to talk about the Father's love. Listeners on the show today will be encouraged to dig deeper into God's love for people all around.
Introduction to Caren Lee (2:20)
Caren is currently an 8th grade science teacher and passionate about helping people take authority over their minds and to know the Father’s heart for themselves and others. On a daily basis she seeks out the presence of God and does her best to listen to the Holy Spirit every step of the day. What a beautiful lifestyle she lives!
A Spiritual Journey (3:40)
Growing up in a home of divorce, challenges, and anxiety, Caren took on quite a bit at a young age. When she was 18 years, found herself at a Young Life camp where the gospel was shared and it floored her inner being. It was in that time she surrendered her entire life to the Lord. During college years, Caren struggled with depression but was radically healed after an evening of prayer with a group of people she was very close with.
The Heart of God (6:30)
When Caren was set free from depression, she learned the power of the holy spirit in such a tangible way! Through a series of events she desired to walk in step with the Holy Spirit everywhere she went and in that process she learned when it came to the Father's heart, no one needs to strive, rather we need to belong.
A Butterfly (7:30)
Caren shares a simple yet profound story on how God spoke to her through a butterfly she found in the sand. God was breaking her out of the darkness and bringing new life while using something as simple as a butterfly. How has God been speaking to you lately?
Heart Posture (9:30)
God doesn't want us just to help perform signs, wonders and miracles, He wants our heart completely devoted to Him!
Rest and Revelation (10:00)
After 5 school snow days this past winter, Caren had more down time than she expected in one week. Through this time of rest she received revelation from the Lord about creating, resting, and trying new things. Caren was reminded of how important it is to create and not limit the way we spend quality time with God.
Called to Create (12:00)
God is calling us to be creative and to trust Him with all the details of our lives. Creativity takes on so many different forms, may we never limit what that could look like.
Take Risks (13:45)
It’s so important to take risks in creating. Try something different, step into a new place of freedom! We encourage you to take an uncomfortable risk and see how God shows up in the process.
Friendship with God (15:00)
Carrie poses a question asking Caren to elaborate on a difficult dynamic she has personally gone through in her life that may resonate with other listeners. Rejection has been a result of many challenging experiences in Caren’s life from people she thought would never betray, leave, or treat her in a certain way. In this process of experiencing rejection multiple times, she learned over time what it meant to have friendship with God and how He would never leave or forsake her.
Resting in Grace (17:00)
Caren shares that she used to put intense pressure on herself to try and do everything right so that she could change a person or a situation. Lately, Caren has been undoing that belief system while learning how to receive that no one’s worth is found in what he or she can do but real worth is found in the Father’s love for us. Check out 2nd Corinthians 12:9 to read the verse connected to this insight.
Strength in Him (19:00)
Every time we try to do things in our own strength it’s not going to work out as well as it could have with inviting God into it all.
Psalm 45:10 (19:45)
If we look into the Father's eyes, we know that we don't have to strive anymore. Check out Psalm 45:10 to read the verse Caren referred to.
Authority Over the Mind (20:50)
The battle of the mind is a real thing! Through a season of disappointment, God gave Caren tools to take captive her thoughts. The power of Jesus Christ is incredible, may we receive that power through the way we think too.
Free (22:30)
We need to declare that every thought must bow down to the authority of Jesus in our life! When we fully repent from our thoughts we can be free from them.
Delight Ministry (23:30)
A big goal of this ministry was to empower women in going deeper with vulnerability in community, and to know the victory is found in Jesus Christ.
Holland Michigan Happenings (25:15)
Much of the church community in Holland Michigan seems to be focusing on house church development and discipleship. Though house church development may look different in other areas, the communities in Holland are interested in living a lifestyle of missions, doing life together, and laying their lives down for one another.
Be Encouraged (28:00)
Caren encourages listeners who are battling with a decision on what to do next or to take a risk wanting to do something different, to ask yourself, “are you seeking answers from God or seeking His face?” As we seek God’s face with all our heart, mind, soul, and strength, God will give you the answers you need. So go, be in his presence and ask God for the belief to know seeking His face is of most importance!
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Miah Daniels is a friend, a woman of God, a wife, and a steadfast mother to four children. Today listeners will learn what it looked like for Miah and her family to leave a corporate job so they could pursue full time occupational ministry. There is so much to her story, we can’t wait for you to hear!
Introduction to Miah Daniels (1:30)
Carrie and Miah connected with each other through ministry work in the Minneapolis area several years ago. Miah is 43 years old and when she first met her husband, they knew almost immediately that they were going to get married. It was a beautiful time for Miah and her future husband to seek the Lord on what He wanted to do through their relationship.
A Restless Heart (2:30)
In the beginning of Miah and her husband Tim’s marriage, a small business was started and it flourished to the point they were able to purchase a beautiful home in the suburbs of Minneapolis. Miah and her husband were in this beautiful home for about two years then started to feel restless, so they began to pray.
Matthew 19:21 (4:15)
Jesus said to him, “If you would be perfect, go, sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.” This was bible verse that weighed heavily on Miah and her husband as they sought the Lord in next steps when it came to ministry and calling in life.
Greater Things Ahead (5:45)
God is faithful! It’s more than okay to try new things. If a door closes, that often times means another door will open. Keep your chin up and remember whose you are.
A Willing Heart (6:30)
Miah shares a time that she felt the Lord ask if she was willing to give up everything for the sake of Him. Being completely transparent and honest, she told the Lord that she wasn’t willing to give up everything but to please help change her heart. Soon after, she noticed a transformation.
Encouraged and Inspired (8:00)
When Miah and her family hosted missionaries, there were several families that encouraged them so much. This challenged their family to consider more seriously the idea of selling their dream home to move into the city and pursue a life of ministry there.
Transitions (10:00)
If you’re a parent with children that have faced a lot of transition, don’t feel bad! There is a ton of growth that happens during these times and the Lord knows what your children need. Making sure to be intentional with taking care of your child’s heart in this time can be really helpful for the overall transition.
Dating with Purpose (11:00)
Miah and Tim dated with a purpose in mind and so did Carrie and her husband. Both couples married fairly quick!
You are Known (14:00)
God is God even when you’re disappointed. When we have expectations and they are not met, it can be tempting to take on rejection. If you are that person taking on rejection please stop right now, this is not who you are. You are known, seen, loved, and valuable.
On Her Knees (16:30)
When Miah went through a season of disappointment not understanding why she wasn’t getting the employment opportunities she hoped for, she had to make a choice between hopelessness and hope. Sometimes she would ask for prayer from co workers, other times she would dig deep into the word.
Be Encouraged (19:00)
If you’re feeling like a failure, we encourage you to get up and keep going. Set your gaze on Jesus because He is worthy of your trust!
His Promises (21:15)
God’s promises are always going to be true. Focus on this, even when you don’t want to!
Thanksgiving (23:30)
One way to fight off anxiety and fear is by giving thanks to the Lord. Even if it’s random things to be thankful for, that’s more than okay. None of us need to sit under anxiety, we have the power through Christ to bind up the spirit of anxiety and to walk away from it.
A Word of Encouragement (27:00)
Miah encourages listeners on the show today to pray for their spouse. May we never underestimate the power of prayer.
Slow Down (31:00)
It’s easy to get caught up in the constant busyness of life. Sometimes it’s a matter of slowing down and seeing how you can love the person in front of you.
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Sara Shin is a leader and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. Today she joins the show to inspire listeners to dig deeper in God's heart for the nations. Stay tuned for an encouraging conversation between Sara and Carrie!
Introduction to Sara Shin (3:45)
Sara was born in South Korea, and moved at 10 years old to California with her family of four. While living in the states she went to school and graduated with a masters in environmental science and engineering. Shortly after graduating, Sara joined in on an 11 month mission trip that changed her life! Right now she feels called to South Korea for the time and is content to be there with her family.
Set Ablaze (5:00)
The Church is on fire in South and North Korea. When the gospel first came into Korea, people believe it first went through North Korea. Did you know some of the largest churches in the world are found in Korea today?
Sara’s Personal Faith Journey (5:45)
Sara was born into a nominal Christian family and lived that way until her college years. For a long time she felt empty inside and found herself getting more and more depressed. In her young adult years she thought that if she became a dentist making a good amount of money, that would bring her happiness. As she interned within the dentistry field, an employee at the office invited her to church. Through visits to that church and watching a friend’s life change 180 degrees, this inspired her to take God seriously. On the last day of college she decided to follow Jesus with all her heart.
Insane Courage (8:30)
Sometimes all it takes is a few seconds of insane courage to invite someone to church.
Led By God (10:30)
It was God who led Sara every step of the way while getting a masters in environmental science and engineering
Occupational Ministry (12:45)
Sara is currently in ministry related work. She has a huge passion for evangelism and that is why she went on several missions trips. Right now she feels God is teaching her the importance of missions, evangelism, and community.
Messengers of the Gospel (14:00)
One way believers can enter into gospel centered conversations with people from different cultural backgrounds is by asking if people need prayer for any particular type of reason. It’s so important people know when praying, they feel blessed! Sometimes when we pray, people can get physically healed, feel the presence of the Holy Spirit, or simply appreciate the blessing.
A Prepared Heart (16:00)
We should always be ready and prepared to give an account and honest answer for our faith!
Encouragement from Sara (16:45)
Sara encourages listeners to start stepping into more lifestyle Christianity beyond the four walls of the church. The worst thing that could happen with evangelism is someone gets to hear the gospel. We are not selling something, rather sharing life and love. This is not anything we need to make fancy or attractive, simply sharing your honest story about how Jesus has impacted your life will organically attract people to the gospel!
Have No Fear (18:00)
Don't let the culture or background people are in keep you from engaging in relationship! We are made to find Jesus in the cultures, for He is not in a box or a certain type of church we created.
The Creative Gospel (18:45)
One time while traveling through India, a friend of Sara's used Henna to draw out the gospel on a girls arm. There is unlimited potential on how we can share the good news to the world!
A Last Word (22:30)
Sara's experience of traveling in missions to all these countries is special, however missions is not defined by location or how much experience you have in it. Every moment of our lives is an opportunity for missions and ministry. Holy spirit is there to give us the courage to share anywhere and everywhere we go.
Available (24:30)
We have opportunity everyday to be the hands and feet of Jesus. May we keep our eyes peeled to go and share the good news!
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Teresa Ann is the founder of Let's talk Teresa Ann show on Youtube, is a podcaster, and a dear friend of Carrie's. Today she was invited on the show to talk about something the Lord has asked her to do that is unconventional within the social media realm. If you’re a long time listener of the show you may be familiar with Teresa already! Stay tuned for one amazing interview where you will be encouraged and challenged on what’s about to be shared.
Introduction to Teresa Ann (2:00)
On top of being the host of Let’s Talk with Teresa Ann, Teresa also has a podcast with her daughter, Tristin. This podcast called “Oh...Teresa and Tristan podcast” is about encouraging listeners to shift their perspective to see with life giving eyes verses lack. To check this podcast out please click here.
Goodbye Social Media (3:00)
Teresa Ann felt a call from God to get off social media even though that is a huge part of her platform of influence.
Act of Obedience (5:00)
Teresa shares that through a series of wrestling back and forth, she realized she needed the Lord’s confirmation because it seemed to be very odd God would ask her to walk away from social media when at the time it was such a big part of her life! Though it felt odd at first, Teresa wanted to be obedient above all else and was expectant that God would show her something important from all of this.
Different Callings (7:00)
We all have different callings in this life and while God may call some people out of social media, that does not go for everyone. Some people are asked to stay and be a light in the midst of the social media realm. What’s important is that we listen to the Lord’s beckoning, then obey!
A Heart Transformed (8:30)
Teresa realized walking away from social media was not merely about social media, it was about Him wanting to expose her heart and how she was using social media to exploit something that was meant to be filled by God and God alone. Since Teresa has removed herself from social media, her eyes have been opened to see how much she had longed for the approval of man.
No Desire (11:00)
No longer does Teresa have a desire to be on social media in this season and time.
It’s a Process (14:00)
It’s a continual moment by moment process God wants to get those impurities out of us, in all areas of life! For a long time Teresa was allowing social media to be a security blanket and that is something she believes the Lord wanted to take away. It is the Lord’s kindness that leads us to transformation. God desires to take stuff out of us that doesn’t produce real, true, authentic, and pure fruit.
Known and Loved (16:00)
Teresa shares her process in discovering that the Lord may ask us to walk away from certain things not because he wants to punish us but because he wants freedom and liberation in our lives! God desires for us to be known in Him and find our worth and value in Him only. It’s a really beautiful thing when we can discover that for ourselves.
Conviction is an Invitation (17:45)
Conviction is an invitation to simply draw near to the one who loves us most! God is not condemning people when conviction comes, rather He is drawing us near to His heart. What an honor!
The Journey of Leaving Social Media (19:45)
Carrie poses a question asking how the process has been for Teresa removing herself from social media.
Good Intentions (23:00)
We can overindulge in the things of God and not God himself. When Teresa would dive into things that are good but focused on that more than God Himself, it became an idol. As people in the church serving, we need to be cautious with what our eyes focus on, that we don’t focus so much on the things of God and forget to focus on God Himself. If we’re constantly going to those things because they are of God but still not God, where is our hope lying anyways?
Seek God First (25:30)
When we pursue God first, all of these other things follow. First seek the kingdom of God and all of his righteousness and all of these things will be added to you!
The Importance of Quality Time (26:45)
Face to face interaction is so important! Teresa shares how going off social media has realigned her relationships and priorities in seeing her loved ones and close connections face to face when possible.
Face to Face (29:30)
When you see people face to face you get to see the intricate parts of how God created that person.
Made for Community (31:30)
We were made for community and connection. It’s not always easy or convenient to meet in person but it is absolutely worth it!
Encouragement from Teresa (33:30)
Teresa encourages all listeners to keep seeking after God, to hear from God, and to be still. If you’re caught in a situation not knowing what to do, simply respond to the beckoning of God and remember He is God and watch what will unfold.
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Chrystan Ferrell is an author, leader in the faith, and good friend of Carrie Robaina. She joins the show today to chat about a book they both have been working on called "Sister, Walk In Truth", which is now available for purchase on Amazon! Chrystan had a post go viral on social media several months ago and feels that God has called her into spaces where pop culture Christianity has missed the mark. Stay tuned for an exciting episode of She Walks In Truth where you will be challenged, encouraged, and inspired to press into the whole truth of God’s word!
Introduction to Chrystan Ferrell (2:30)
Chrystan shares that she is a daughter of the one true king and runs a nonprofit called Imperfectly Brave. She is a wife, mother, speaker, and a writer. She also has a social media ministry too called Real Raw Redeemed.
Sister, Walk In Truth Book (4:00)
Chrystan and Carrie originally connected over their passion to pursue God’s truth in today’s pop culture Christianity. They are both advocates for standing firm in God’s word and are weary of today’s modern culture seeming to blur the Biblical truth with what modern day culture says is truth.
True Connection Episode (6:30)
This past September, Chrystan was a guest for She Walks In Truth podcast which she shared on the topic of “True Connection”. If you’re interested in getting to know her story a bit more, check out episode 80!
Pop Culture Christianity (7:30)
Pop culture Christianity seems to be the river in between the worlds truth and God’s word of truth. Much of our culture has relied on pastors and other leadership to tell individuals what God’s word says which has led us to not getting into the word for ourselves. This causes an issue for everyday believers not knowing the difference between what God says for believers and what the world says. It appears to be there is a struggle where many believers are standing in the middle, confused on what the truth really is.
Vulnerability (9:00)
Carrie shares how vulnerable she felt growing up in regards to her lack of discernment and taking people for their word simply because they were in leadership. Later on she realized how important it is to discover God’s truth through her own studies.
Embracing the Tension (12:00)
Just because hard conversations makes us uncomfortable, doesn’t mean we shouldn’t have those hard conversations. Sometimes we are called to speak truth in love and we could probably all do a better job of that! We need to ask ourselves, are we going to go toward what itches our ears and suits our own passions or what brings the most glory to God?
Light a Fire (13:30)
Allow God’s word to light a fire in your life, not just going along with the trend of today!
Equipped (16:00)
Chrystan grew up in the church but her faith really took off when she was in her late 20’s. A while back she had a mentor challenge her to dig deeper into God’s word, which helped change her thinking from using scripture as a life line in emergency situations to being a guidebook and road map in her everyday life.
A Renewed Understanding (19:00)
Once Chrystan discovered the old testament was a neon sign pointing towards Jesus, it greatly shifted her perspective. She was then able to see the golden thread of God’s wild love for people all throughout the scriptures!
Behind the Why (21:00)
Carrie poses a question to Chrystan asking her to share why she went all in for heading up the “Sister, Walk In Truth” book.
Rallier of People (23:30)
God has given Chrystan the gift being a “rallier of people”. Investing time into co-authoring the new book and self publishing, has allowed her to exercise this gift and share it with others to make a greater impact.
Rejection (24:00)
Just because there will be a no to one opportunity doesn't mean God isn’t asking you to still move forward with that particular ambition. We need to be cautious in not taking rejection as a no because often times when one door closes another one opens, God knows best!
Alexis the “reader” (25:00)
Carrie and Chrystan chat about when they were co-authoring the book with other women together, they picked out a fictional character in mind to imagine reading the book one day. They named this reader “Alexis”, and Alexis represents the audience of women who desire to go deeper and know God for who He is, not what the culture is saying. Every chapter and every word of this book is wrapped up in prayer, God’s word, and passion for the whole truth!
Sister, Walk In Truth Book Details (27:30)
This book will come out on amazon and will also be available for purchase off of Carrie’s official website as well as Chrystan's official website too. To purchase the book off amazon click HERE
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Jeremy Floyd was born and raised on the South side of Chicago, is a person who refuses to quit, aspires to inspire others, and hopes to make as many people possible smile in the process. Jeremy is someone God brought from self-hatred and big mistakes to finding purpose realizing God can take broken vessels and make us whole through Jesus Christ. Listeners on the show today will be challenged and inspired to walk away from fear and motivated to step into their God given purpose in this life.
Introduction to Jeremy Floyd (3:00)
Jeremy moved from Chicago to Minneapolis in 2009. He has a twin brother that passed away at age 13 and another brother six years older than himself. His life has been the epitome of never giving up. Having faced abuse, brokenness, and deep grief, Jeremy learned from a young age to be a fighter. Growing up amidst the chaos he also realized that he could distract himself and others with laughter.
Light in Dark Places (4:30)
God will still allow good to come out of dark places. Our gifts can be used and cultivated in the darkest of times! Jeremy has done a lot of suffering in life and through the trials it taught him that sometimes we have to fight, claw, scrape, get down and dirty before we will rise up again.
His Ways, Not Our Ways (5:45)
God is intertwined in every single detail of our lives. Through the years of suffering Jeremy went through in life, he came to a place where he was ready to surrender fully to God. Jeremy did not want to know God based off what others would tell him, rather he was desperate to know God for himself.
Becoming A Son (6:30)
There are over 7 billion people on this earth, and how amazing is it that God would be mindful to each of our hearts! Jeremy shares God seems to be making up the time now for what he didn’t have with his dad growing up.
True Identity (8:00)
True identity comes from God. As we discover who God is, we discover who we are. Going hand in hand, as we discover who we are in Christ, giftings are also discovered within!
A Quest For True Love (11:00)
Jeremy searched for true love in places like drugs, sports, alcohol, self image, and sex for a long time. In his adult years he came to a point where he knew that he needed God more than anything else in this life.
A Deep Cry (12:30)
God is always in pursuit of us, He will answer our cries.
God is Good (14:30)
God is good and he always will be good. Jeremy desires to live the rest of his life helping people believe again and finding their true purpose.
Find What Matters (14:30)
As believers we are created to go against the grain of the culture. We are born to live for the Kingdom of God. What are you doing for the kingdom?
A Strong Voice (17:00)
Carrie takes a moment to thank Jeremy for being a strong voice, helping pave a path for others to follow.
The Solution (18:00)
Jeremy believes the only way many issues will get resolved today is by turning back to Christ. There is a difference between saying that you are a “Christian” and living ones life out as a believer.
Wrestling (21:00)
After fighting back and forth being frustrated with God and wondering why he’s had to go through so much suffering in his life, Jeremy remembers a voice saying “I can’t take something from you that you never wanted to give up”. In that moment Jeremy said “I surrender” and believed in his heart God could take a weak yes and turn it into a strong yes.
The Pursuit (22:30)
Carrie elaborates on the importance of knowing God based off personal experience rather than the experience of others. We are not meant to ride on the coattails of other people and unfortunately there are people in the church who have yet to receive this revelation. It wasn't until Carrie was challenged to go and share her faith to the world that she realized this for herself too.
Rise Up Church (24:45)
God is not a genie in a bottle, He is worthy of our full hearted pursuit and devotion. God is loving, but there are also things God hates. Everyday we are in a spiritual warfare, it is time for the Church to stand back up!
Walk Unchained (29:00)
Jeremy has chosen to embark on a walking journey from Minneapolis, MN to Santa Monica, CA starting June 1st, 2019. He will launch from the adult teen challenge center and the entire walking experience journey will be recorded. To follow along on the journey click HERE.
The Vision (30:00)
Jeremy had a dream of walking across the states since he was 10 years old but knew he wasn't old enough to go quite yet. At age 13 his twin brother passed away and knew that his parents for sure would not allow him to walk after that either, for they didn't want to lose another child. Fast forward years later, this past fall Jeremy found himself in his car praying and worshipping, and in that time received a vision from God revealing his calling and reminding him to do the walk across the states.
Moving Forward, Looking Backwards (32:45)
Often times God will prepare us for future endeavours without ourselves realizing it. Jeremy reflects back and sees how often he walked to places and had often asked himself “why do I have to walk so much”. Now he reflects on those past experiences and realizes there was always significance to it.
Childlike Wonder (33:00)
We were created to open our hearts to God. We were made to believe God could use broken people like ourselves to do mighty things in this world today!
Known (36:30)
In order to know our true selves, purpose, and giftings, we need to come close to God because he created us in the first place. For Jeremy, He discovered that he loves to make people smile and help people operate in their purpose. When he is making people smile and helping, that is where he feels most alive.
Find Your Purpose (39:00)
Jeremy cannot imagine dying and not doing what He was created to do. This walk is the start of a lifelong journey empowering and inspiring others to latch onto God and to find out what their purpose in this life is too. In this time of walking he will be making stops at rehab centers, youth homes, vlogging, and sharing the raw and real moments of everyday life on the ground. It’s going to be an amazing journey and we hope you choose to follow along too!
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Emily Khouphongsy is a a mechanical engineer, a Michigander, and a current student in the propel women's cohort group at Wheaton College. Today Emily and Carrie chat on what the Bible says about the church and God's heart for the body of Christ. Listeners on the show today will be blessed as they hear Emily speak and as she shares her insight on God's intentions for the Church community!
Introduction to Emily (2:00)
Emily is originally from central Kentucky and now lives south of Ann Arbor, Michigan. She currently works in the field of Toyota research development as well as crash safety development.
Passion for the Church (5:00)
It’s so exciting to dig deep on what the church was designed to fulfill. Carrie and Emily chat on how the concept of communal support, worship, and accomplishing God’s work can be such a beautiful thing. Learning about how God intended to use the church is very intriguing to Emily and Carrie both. The Church has a purpose and we as believers should be passionate about fulfilling its mission!
The Word: Church (7:00)
Carrie chats about how she had never really studied the word “Church” before, but after her experience in learning what the biblical definition of church means, it impacted her greatly.
Ecclesia (7:45)
Ecclesia is the original Greek word used to describe the church by the new testament writers. They adopted this word from the original Greek language and culture. It was commonly used in classic Greek to refer to an assembly or gathering of people. This word is also used 114 times in the New Testament for a wide range of applications.
Dive In (11:00)
Carrie shares that it’s important to research the meaning of words found in the bible from a historical context.
We Are the Church (12:00)
The Church is not simply a building, the body of believers is what makes up the church!
Marked by Love (14:00)
Emily shares her realization that when we represent Ecclesia with English words we actually dilute and shift our view on what the origin of this word means. It is the way we look from the outside is what defines us as Christ followers.
True Identity (16:00)
Our identity is in Christ, not where we worship, where we go, not by a name of a church or a denomination. We are marked by the fruit of what we do, it’s that simple. If as believers we could see the church as people rather than buildings, we could take more ground for the kingdom!
Religion (17:00)
Religion and church are not the same thing. The church is not a group of people that follow a bunch of rules, but rather we are a people who follow Christ because of our love and devotion to Him.
A New Language (19:15)
As believers in Jesus we don’t follow religion, we follow God. Church is meant to be a community of people living out the calling of God. It seems to be that our language of what the word “Church” is known for in the western culture is inappropriate. It would be better to say we are going to worship with the church or we are going to spend time with the church rather than saying we are going to church.
Real Church Fruit (21:00)
Emily elaborates on 3 main categories of what she believes the Church should consist of:
- The fundamental concept of evangelism in that we are called to share the good news of Jesus Christ, and to make disciples.
- The concept of gathering the nations in that the Church is called to gather everyone up on a global scale.
- The concept of bringing God’s kingdom to earth. As followers of Christ we are meant to prepare the kingdom for Jesus’s return. This involves restoration, healing, redemption, and reinstating peace and security for others. We are here to also help people be restored personally or through relationship.
All of this means we are pursuing to live out God’s original design for the kingdom!
The Basics (24:00)
We have a tendency to over complicate church. Breaking it down, we’re called to share and to be the good news. We’re called to usher people into the kingdom. We are also called to be known by the love we share as Christ followers, united by the Holy Spirit because of what Christ did for us.
What is the Church (25:30)
It’s extremely important for followers of Christ to think about what the Church is. We’re meant to be a people moved by the experience of Jesus. We respond with a desire to share the good news of what we’ve experienced with others, to make disciples, and to commune with God. When we do this we become an “Ecclesia”, moved by the experience of God. People are watching and listening, may we not take this reality lightly!
A Reflection on the Church (31:15)
In reality, our daily actions reflect the Church. Carrie shares that she wants to see the church for who we are and what we represent rather than what we’re against.
Encouragement from Emily (32:00)
Emily encourages listeners to ask yourself why we serve, what we serve, and what our role in the body of Christ is as God originally intended? It’s in all our best interests to take a look at the original definition of the church and allow that to motivate us in how we act and serve!
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Lila Hermosillo is a mentor, culture changer, and advocate in ministry for the young adult and college student populations. She helps connect students to the Father through the latino culture. Anyone listening today will have their eyes opened to the significance of what culture one is raised in, and how we can use it for greater impact all around.
Introduction to Lila Hermosillo (2:00)
Lila currently lives in San Jose, California, and has been surrounded by the hispanic culture her entire life. Her parents were born in Mexico and she also graduated from San Jose State University, where her spiritual journey really took off.
A Testimony (3:30)
Before Lila was born, her family was invited to a new church, which her family still goes today. Lila grew up going to church yet she saw it as boring. She knew a lot about God and his love, but it wasn’t until she was a teenager that she started to really discover what faith was all about. Through various experiences, she also saw a lot of brokenness in the church, and decided she would only dip in a little bit with the whole church scene, but still wanted to be a good person.
The Wrong Seeking (6:00)
Lila fell into seeking affirmation and affection into places she should not have. She started to confuse friendships with how it could make her feel better which eventually led into a relationship with a girl.
A Good Fight (7:30)
Lila battled struggling to be obedient to God’s will for a little over a year. She was happy, but knew it wasn’t God’s plan for her life. Very soon after that things ended, and Lila felt worthless. She felt undervalued and was hungry for affirmation.
A Special Wednesday (8:00)
After a conversation with a friend Lila broke down and released everything that had been on her mind and heart. In that same time, she asked God to come into her life where she said “I am yours, you are mine”. This was the moment that Lila’s life turned around.
Vulnerability (11:00)
God will use our brokenness and sinful nature to bring glory and freedom to all kinds of people. If it's just one person’s life that is impacted for the better, then it’s worth it!
Walk in the Light (12:00)
We are meant to walk in the light. We are never meant to sit in isolation. Lila encourages listeners to let someone know what’s going on, to let them be trusted, and to ask for help. Community is key.
Walk in Love (14:00)
God is the one who solves the problems, not us! Keep your eyes out for people who are reaching out or may just need a listening ear.
Destino (15:00)
Similar to Campus Crusade, Destino is a ministry that promotes the Christian faith. Lila is currently working on campus as a mentor for people walking in their faith and growing.
The World Race (17:30)
The World Race is an 11 month mission trip Lila went on about 2 years ago. In this time she discovered how much she loves teaching the bible and seeing freedom happen. Lila’s desire is to see people truly know God. She wants to see chains broken and for people to truly love the Lord with all their heart, mind, and soul.
It Takes All Of Us (22:45)
Diversity is a beautiful thing! We can see a piece of God’s character and heart through it all.
Know Your Self Worth (24:00)
When we don’t know who God has called us to be, we fall into the wrong places. He knows your every need and thought. It is so important to be centered in Christ, otherwise we may look for love in the wrong areas!
Read the Word (26:00)
There is so much goodness in the bible. Reading is one way you can get to know God more. Lila shares that reading is one way you fall in love with God.
1st John (27:00)
1st John is an amazing place in scripture to take seekers of the faith to.
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Kendra Fletcher is a speaker, author, steadfast mother of eight children, and a fellow podcaster too. Today on the She Walks In Truth podcast she talks about her new book "Leaving Legalism" and how this writing project came about. Listeners will be challenged, empowered, and encouraged to seek the Lord in everything they do through Kendra and Carrie's conversation today.
Introduction to Kendra (2:00)
Kendra's passion is to see people set free from really bad religion. She was raised as a California gal in a Christian home, and had 8 children early in her marriage. Kendra and her husband had a heart to raise their children in the faith and through a series of events they decided to home school, which they were told at the time, home schooling would “save their kids”.
Emergency (6:00)
Early on as a mother, Kendra’s baby went into a comma. This was a life changing day for her as she found out her son had caught a deadly virus with liver, kidney, heart, and brain damage. Kendra shares that she believes the traumatizing event was the start of God communicating her and her husband that their focus was on the wrong things.
An Unknown Future (7:45)
Thankfully Kendra’s child was okay and survived the deadly virus, however she did not know what the future would hold. One day driving her kids in the giant van one of her daughters jumped out and was accidentally ran over. Thankfully, the daughter was okay and after some trouble at the hospital, she and her kids still made it home. Kendra shares this was another huge marker in the journey out of legalism.
Where is Your Hope Found (10:00)
Our hope is meant to be found through and only through Jesus. Whether it’s finding worth in the way you mother, what church one goes to, or a method of education, it will all fall short of the hope found in Christ alone.
A Close Call (12:00)
Kendra shares how after a time of all 10 family members having the flu, one of her children became more sick and come to find out had a ruptured appendix, in which they had nearly lost her. This was another eventful mark in her walk with the Lord.
Walking Away (13:00)
Through all these trying events, Kendra and her husband made a decision to walk away from an abusive church situation. Making this decision was better for the health of their faith journey in the long run. Carrie elaborates on how she is blown away by the resilient spirit within Kendra for all the trauma, emotions, challenges, and trials she faced throughout the years.
Be Aware (14:30)
It is extremely important to take notice of how leadership within a church treats you and holds their place. No one is ever meant to take the place of the Holy Spirit, this is something we as believers need to be aware of. If there are rules that seem to micromanage and produce shameful mentalities, or if you feel that your freedom is being stripped, take caution.
Who We Are (18:00)
God constantly tells us who He is and who we are because of that. God is a good father and in return, we are extravagantly loved. Carrie elaborates on her experiences within an unhealthy church and how it made her feel. The struggle is real when there is unhealthiness in a church environment.
Justified and Redeemed (20:00)
If we are justified, redeemed, and restored people God does not look at us with a lens of brokenness and our mistakes, he sees the lens of Jesus in our place. As church bodies, leadership needs to remind us who we are in Jesus more and more. We are created to focus on who we are justified in Christ.
Undoing (22:00)
We are always going to be in this constant process of undoing things that were taught by man. As believers, we’re made to embrace every single thought God has of us, and let all other opinions be laid down. Carrie reminds listeners that God’s kingdom is filled with joy and peace, may we live into this truth with wide open hearts to receive!
A Really Good Legalist (23:30)
It seems to be that as believers often times we are really good at trashing ourselves living into a sinners worth mentality. Kendra challenges listeners to embrace the fact we are already redeemed by God and can live into that mentality. Church bodies don’t need more people telling people what to do, what people need most is people teaching us what Jesus has done for us.
Walk in Confidence (24:00)
If you find yourself in an unhealthy church environment and sense a call to leave, walk out with confidence. Knowing that you’re seeking the Lord is enough to walk away from a group of men and woman telling you what you need to do to be right with God.
Leaving Legalism Book (24:45)
Kendra shares a bit about her Leaving Legalism book and how she provides practical questions for readers to reflect on in effort to help process, heal, and move forward from legalistic mentalities. Click HERE to purchase the Leaving Legalism book.
Pride and Fear (27:00)
Jesus plus this and that is not the way to live! We should never add things to the gospel, therefore it’s important to remind ourselves of the simple gospel on a daily basis. Jesus is enough, and that is all we need for true hope in this life!
His Kindness Leads to Repentance (30:00)
God's Kindness leads us to repentance. Carrie shares about her experiences in realizing what God’s heart for repentance was, which is love. We are not on the losing side of God when we repent. God desires for us to repent because He only has the best intentions in mind.
He is Everything (32:00)
God's kindness wants to remind us that he is everything for you and I. He is everything where our hope comes from. The heart of his kindness that says "let me remind you who I am, and who you are because of that."
Encouragement From Kendra (34:00)
If you have found yourself letting religion take the place of God for you, Kendra encourages listeners to start by praying to the Lord and asking him to help let you believe in Him more, to help you believe who God is better, and to help you believe that you are who God says you are. God is good, He’s better than we think!
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Teresa McMillan is a leader and mentor for the World Race, a program for 21 to 35 year olds to travel to 11 countries in 11 months all while getting discipled and witnessing on the go. Today Teresa shares her transformation story to help build up listeners faith and to empower you to be the hands and feet of Jesus right where you are too.
Introduction to Teresa (3:00)
Teresa grew up Asheville North Carolina, was raised catholic, and never knew Jesus though she did go to church because her parents wanted her to. From age 14 and on she pursued a buckwild life but around 22 years old had a pivotal moment in her spiritual journey. In that moment, a stranger approached her and asked if she was a Christian. This person in particular challenged her thinking in love, and shared the gospel with her in a way she had never understood before. Shortly after, Teresa decided to write a letter to God asking for the opportunity to know Him more and to be able to share about Him the rest of her life.
A Special Letter (4:45)
One day as Teresa worked in a J&S cafeteria, she received a piece of paper that had a typed letter saying something along the lines of, “Dear friend I love you, I miss you, and saw you go to sleep last night. Love, Jesus.” This letter in particular reminded Teresa of how real Jesus was and how He wanted to be so close with her.
A True Friend (8:00)
Teresa is still friends with the pastor that shared the gospel with her and occasionally speaks at the church to help inspire and empower the local body.
20 Seconds of Insane Courage (8:30)
Carrie pitches the idea that sometimes all it takes is 20 seconds of insane courage to share the gospel with individuals you find yourself around.
A Dream Come True (9:30)
Teresa had a desire to go and share her faith to the world, and this is what God has led her into.
Wisdom From Teresa (11:30)
See the person in front of you, notice them, and ask God what they need to know today. It’s all about taking it one person at a time. Teresa shares that evangelism can look different every time. Maybe it’s telling a person for 15 seconds that Jesus loves them, but it’s also sitting for 6 hours talking with the muslim family about who Christ is. Teresa also encourages listeners to be interruptible, to be open and available, to allow the holy spirit to move in and through you.
Hearing the Voice of God (13:00)
Sometimes it can be challenging to discern the voice of the Lord verses your own voice. Sometimes you may hear a voice in your head say “hey, stop what you’re doing and go talk to that person”. Even if you may have heard wrong, it’s still a beautiful thing to share the love of Jesus with someone else. God delights in our willingness and heart for obedience. Make sure to give yourself extra grace! You never know until you try.
Cross Cultural Missions Verses the USA (15:00)
There seems to be a thinking in the Christian culture that evangelism in the United States is more difficult that evangelism overseas. Teresa shares that it’s not one or the other, both are just different. There is an intense intentionality overseas, while most evangelism for her in America happens in the day to day while eating at a restaurant, uber driving, waiting at an airport, and other moments like that. This is not to say intentional outreach doesn't happen in the United States, because it most certainly does!
A Global Revival (18:00)
Teresa shares that she almost exploded at the send and it was a dream come true to see many people gathered and worshipping Jesus. She believes God is creating a wider capacity in her to be more bold in evangelism and on fire for God.
Sugar Fast (20:30)
Teresa elaborates on how this 40 day fast from sugar is serving her.
Crushed (21:30)
After a sister dying and Dad committing suicide, the grief process was excruciating and Teresa felt like she was going to die. But in that time, she overcame and found true hope in Christ no matter what.
Suffering Produces Hope (25:00)
We all need God to renew our minds on a daily basis. A couple good questions to ask God during times of difficulty are “God what was that?” and “Hey God, why did this happen?” When we hear God minister to our hearts, it changes everything. We encourage you to invite Him into the process.
The World Race (27:00)
Content manager, Kailey Mattarella did the World Race and that is how Carrie and Teresa were initially connected. The world race is a branch off of the Adventures in Missions organization which provides opportunity for people of all ages to embark on missional journeys around the world, while being discipled along the way. Impressively, there are currently over 480 ministry Adventures in Missions partners around the world.
Radically Changed (30:00)
Teresa shares how she gets to see lives radically changed not only across the globe, but within America too.
World Race America (30:30)
For a long time Teresa had a dream to bring the gospel into the nations and through the new opportunity known as “World Race America” this dream has come true.
Turn to Jesus (31:00)
If you are someone that has never started a relationship with Jesus, we encourage you to start one today. God wants to be close and you don’t need to do anything but simply come as you are. Teresa is someone who had never read the bible before she gave her life to Christ but knew in her spirit it was the best decision she could ever make. Following Jesus will be hard, but it most certainly is choosing the best life. It is in all of our best interest to live for the King of kings, the Lord of lords, the one who loves us through it all.
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Crystal Hodges is speaker, writer, and resilient leader. On this episode she shares her personal experience with cyber bullying. Because of her facial difference, she was the target of a social media post that went viral to over 30 million people. Her story raises awareness on this very real, hurtful issue in our culture today. Crystal shares practical insights on ways you can help protect the privacy of others, be sensitive as to what kind of content should be shared online, and how we can all use our God sized dreams for the betterment of this world. Let Crystal inspire you on how to use your difference to make a difference in your life!
Introduction to Crystal Hodges (2:30)
Crystal grew up in a baptist home, with a deep heritage in the Christian faith. At around six years old she accepted God, and at twelve years old decided to be all in for His glory. This leader is a gal on the move, working hard to encourage and empower others with a message that we can all make a unique difference in this life.
A Facial Difference (5:00)
Crystal has had to deal with a lot of attention to her face because of how many people give negative attention on her port wine stain birthmark. She has had to deal with quite a bit of health treatment, stares from people, harsh comments, and much more.
Cyber Bullying (6:00)
Crystal knows well what it can look like and feels like to be bullied. In the recent past, a photo of her with the port wine stain birthmark went viral to 30 million people around the world via social media, which in return made her headshot become a digital symphony cause.
Be Cautious (11:00)
It is very important to be cautious with what we post on social media in this day and age as well as how we go about purchasing photos. A photo gone viral over social media to one person may look funny, but to another person it might be their unwanted face portrayed.
Born to Overcome (12:00)
We have a choice to be dwellers of the pain or to overcome for something greater. Crystal learned this lesson after a dear friend spoke truth and challenged her thinking in regards to her unique facial difference and how she could use her life experiences to make a difference in this life. From there, she was empowered to live a life of overcoming rather than being a dweller of pain.
Dream Board (13:30)
Crystal decided to create something called a “Dream Board”, which allows her to visualize, set goals, and dream with God on what she truly desires in this life.
A Greater Passion (19:00)
Carrie poses a question in regards to asking what Crystal is passionate about. Crystal elaborates on how she finds great purpose in teaching, challenging, and encouraging others to treat people with kindness no matter what they look like or who they are. She's been asked to speak at events, share her story, teach, and plans to continue engaging with communities in this capacity.
Our Words Have Impact (21:00)
Whatever you say to somebody, you don't get to decide what sticks. We have the power to choose what we let out of our mouths, may we be wise and discerning with this gift.
The Travelin Chic Blog (22:00)
Carrie touches on a blog post Crystal wrote titled “13 Things to Remember about Health Advocates and Role Models”. To check this blog out click here.
Healthy Boundaries (23:00)
Just because someone may have an influential platform, doesn't mean they need to respond to everyone. It is in our best interest as followers to understand and respect that people on platforms need healthy boundaries too.
Writing and Speaking (25:00)
Crystal is now full time pursuing her vocation in writing and speaking. She quit her job after getting married and is excited to have more space and time to fully invest into this realm of influence.
Encouragement from Crystal (28:45)
Carrie asks Crystal to share a word of encouragement to the listeners and Crystal responds back with “God knit you together with intention and purpose, you’re beautiful and to never forget that we were all made with intention.”
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Carrie Robaina and Kailey Mattarella are not only good friends, but also co workers for the She Walks In Truth podcast. Today they decided to chat on navigating work and friendship dynamics, the back story on how they first met doing ministry across the states, and how starting work together with the podcast all took place. The insight, joy, and goodness of God they share on the podcast today, will inspire you to open your eyes to what God has laid right before you as well.
The Backstory (3:30)
Carrie and Kailey first met at a Love Twin Cities missions trip about five years ago and continued networking with each other as they were involved with the same ministry based out of Minneapolis.
Not Your Typical Missions Trip (4:00)
The mission trips Carrie and Kailey were involved in when they connected with each other were one of a kind. These mission trips consisted of an entire week of 24/7 outreach, prayer, and worship. They have both traveled to Minneapolis, New York, and San Francisco, serving alongside one another and having a blast while doing it.
A Joyful Heart (7:00)
Carrie takes a moment to honor Kailey for who she is and all that God has called her to be.
Outreach Night (8:00)
Kailey is reminded that Carrie and herself originally met on the streets of Minneapolis, worshipping at a local bus stop with a group of people. They both agree that it was a blast to say the least. That night Kailey couldn’t help but jump up and down saying, “this is what we’re made for!”
An 11 Month Mission Trip (10:30)
Kailey shares how her time with the World Race was a foundational year, one of the best and most uncomfortable times of her life.
Episode #36: Learning to Walk By Faith (11:00)
Close to two years ago, Kailey was interviewed on the She Walks In Truth Podcast talking about her faith journey as she prepared to do the World Race missions trip. Check episode #36 out if you’d like to learn more about her faith journey!
God Knows Best (11:30)
We can trust God in His goodness and that He will reveal all we need to know in perfect timing.
Take A Risk (12:30)
Kailey shares how God really encouraged her through Carrie’s words and mentorship. This past year Kailey decided to pursue entrepreneurship instead of going back into the social work field, and Carrie was the perfect person to mentor he in that transition through starting work with She Walks In Truth.
Working Together (13:30)
No matter what kind of friendship or working relationship one finds themselves in, it is important to maintain honor, integrity, and respect towards one another.
Kingdom Mentorship (15:30)
Often times the people that may be good to partner together with are right in front of us. Kailey and Carrie both agree God showed up in their lives, bringing each other together for a reason and they encourage you to ask God to open your eyes to this reality as well! God desires to use the skills you have to help coach and disciple others along.
Walking In Wisdom (18:00)
Carrie and Kailey chat on how they started off with firm boundaries in regards to communication styles for their work relationship as they navigated a new role, coming in as good friends already.
A Thriving Friendship (19:00)
Stewarding friendship as Kailey and Carrie dance between work and personal life boundaries has been an exciting journey. Kailey expresses how cherished and taken care of she has felt by Carrie.
Internal Dialogue (23:30)
Sometimes when we start off with a new job, especially working for someone we look up to, there can be an unhealthy strive for perfection. Kailey shares that “while striving for success is good, we need to give ourselves grace and be okay to make mistakes, knowing we are doing our best with what we know how at that time”.
Together Is Better (26:00)
Carrie and Kailey both love each other so much, have learned from one another, and are equally excited for what God is doing in their individual lives.
Letting Go (28:00)
Carrie shares that in this time of hiring Kailey on, she has grown in learning to let go, entrusting Kailey with responsibilities she no longer has to think about. In return this has been a season of new freedom and space to expand the influence of the She Walks In Truth podcast!
Friendship Takes Precedence (29:30)
When in a working relationship with someone that is a close friend, Carrie and Kailey both suggest having a conversation on ways you can protect a friendship for the long run, before you start official work with each other.
Joy Makers Project (30:30)
Joy Makers Project is an organization that was downloaded on Kailey’s heart during an 11 month missions trip around the world in 2018. This is a platform organization that empowers people to go and spread authentic joy around the world by spreading random acts of kindness, generous gift giving, and notes of encouragement. Part of this project’s mission is to create awareness that we should never underestimate what God can do through the little things to impact someone's life or change the trajectory of someone’s life for the better! You can check out Joy Makers Project by clicking HERE.
Be Encouraged (33:30)
We don’t have time to value any thoughts within our own mind outside of what God thinks of us. God is speaking constant affirmations over us and it is in our best interest to tune into what those affirmations are. See Psalm 139.
Best Case Scenario (34:00)
Sometimes we make up things in our own head that simply aren’t true. If you are in a sticky situation and not sure what someone may think of you, Kailey’s best advice was to “think of the best case scenario unless that particular person was to tell you otherwise.
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Gary and Lisa Black are global minded leaders, full of wisdom, encouragement, and passion for seeing the next generation set free. Speaker and entrepreneur Gary Black, and writer and advocate for the vulnerable, Lisa Black chat about their past experiences in life and passion for reaching the nations. Both of them are global minded leaders doing some major kingdom work and it is incredible. Get ready to be encouraged and inspired!
Introduction to Gary and Lisa Black (1:30)
The Black family has lived in a variety of locations around the world, currently they’re living in Mijas, Spain! Gary Black was raised in a religious home and his mother and sister with special needs passed away at a young age. In the midst of having a large influence within national ministry, Gary also had a very challenging first marriage. At one point, his boys were kidnapped by his wife and eventually he won full custody of them back. After a painful season of divorce, Gary met Lisa and added two more daughters to the family.
Meeting Seth Barnes (6:15)
After Lisa and Gary met founder of the World Race Seth Barnes, this changed the trajectory of their life. Several months later their family sold everything they had and moved all 8 of the family members to Swaziland, Africa to pursue ministry opportunities locally and to mentor young adults on the World Race journey.
A Tragic Loss (7:30)
The Black family’s son who was a USA Rugby player got caught up with the cartels which eventually led to a violent death. In this time, Gary and Lisa felt like they could not make it through, but eventually found themselves in Spain, learning to let the pain transform them from the inside out.
A Background on Lisa Black (9:30)
Lisa was married at 19 years old and had children shortly after. Her first husband struggled with alcohol addictions and one night after years of being abstinent, he was killed from an accidental fall, resulting in a fatal head injury.
God’s Provision (12:30)
As Lisa worked through the trauma of her first husband’s death, she met an intriguing man, named Gary and soon fell head over heels. While it was a bit of a wild transition, she knew it was provision from the Lord for both of them.
The Best Comfort (14:30)
We are called to be comforted by God and as we let Him comfort us, it will transform you from the inside out!
Pain used for Glory (16:00)
God will always use our pain, He won’t let anything go to waste.
Radical Obedience (17:00)
When a husband and wife give their yes to God together, it’s a very powerful thing. To follow Christ with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength, will cost everything, but it is totally worth it.
Be Faithful (21:00)
Gary encourages listeners to be faithful with what you have in your hands right now, do it really really well, and then see what God does with it next.
Involvement with the World Race (22:00)
Gary and Lisa are currently involved with the World Race ministry, where they help lead gathering events across the globe as well as help coach young adults on their transition back to the states.
Generation 42 Leadership Academy (23:00)
Generation 42 Leadership Academy is a nine month program focused on discipling and empowering creative leaders to go and be all that they were made. This academy focuses on training young adult leaders how to live missional, wherever their feet may go.
A Call to All Generations (26:00)
No matter what generation you were born in, we’re all called to partner together and see younger generations come alive. Millennials want to be discipled and boomers desire to have authentic relationships with the younger generation. As generations partner together, God’s glory will fill the whole earth.
Landing Zones (29:00)
Gary and Lisa have a passion to get a global network of wild people, willing to join in on multi-generational discipleship together. You can learn more about this by connecting with them here.
All Seasons (30:00)
God will use us wherever we are or whatever season we find ourselves in, if we allow it.
Rise Up (31:00)
It’s time for men to speak up be the leader they are meant to be within families and to the world. Gary shares from experience that the best thing father can do for the kids are having strong, loving, and healthy marriages.
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Connie Albers is an author of the new book "Parenting Beyond the Rules: Raising Teens with Confidence and Joy", where she sheds light on the joy of parenting and debunking popular myths when it comes to parenting teenagers. Today Connie joins the show to share wisdom, insight, and strategy on how you can pour into teenagers as well as help support others in your community who have teens.
Introduction to Connie (2:30)
Connie has always has a passion for building strong families, especially in the teen years.
Blurred Visions (7:00)
Sometimes the visions of what family dynamics would be like don’t turn out the way we expect, and that’s okay.
Entrusted (8:30)
God entrusted us with His children, it is an honor! We must devour God’s word on a constant basis to stay on track with stewarding His children we are entrusted with.
Starve the Fear (13:00)
Connie suggest that as mothers with children, we should starve the fear that grips us when it comes to parenting.
Pressure’s Off (17:30)
Where your child is today, does not mean your child will be in that state or lifestyle one year, five years, or even ten years from now.
God’s Mandate (19:00)
God has given us a mandate to teach and train our children in the way they should go. Our job is to do our very best and be faithful with that mandate.
Trust and Adjust (23:00)
God simply asks for us to do the best we can with what we know, now. Be faithful in prayer, pay attention to what you say, and how you communicate with your children. We can always adjust our parenting styles as we learn and grow!
A Beautiful Dance (25:00)
Don’t sacrifice relationship on the hand of unbending rules. We must learn the dance of navigating relationship and healthy boundaries with our children.
Encouragement from Connie (28:00)
Teen years are years to be celebrated, not dreaded. As parents we get to watch God shape and form his child to be all that they are made to be in this life.
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Connie Tresedder is a joy filled woman, who coaches individuals on how to live out their best potential through providing techniques on rewiring belief patterns in the brain, and how to step confidently into your unique, God-given purpose. Today she joins the show to talk about her book, Unlock Your Purpose: Become the Difference Maker You were Created to Be.
Introduction to Connie Tresedder (2:30)
Last time Connie interviewed with us, the episode itself hit a top 10 with the She Walks In Truth Podcast!
Connie’s New Book (4:30)
This new book is called Unlock Your Purpose: Become the Difference Maker You Were Created to Be. To purchase the book, click here
Hearing the Voice of God (5:00)
It is important to learn how to hear God’s voice! Connie shares insights on how we can discern the voice of God in our everyday lives.
Episode #75 (10:30)
Check out episode #75 to learn more from Connie in her previous episode with She Walks In Truth.
Kingdom Difference Maker (11:30)
All people want to make a difference and know that their life matters. We were created to be difference makers right where we’re at.
Wired (18:30)
There are experiences we’ve had that have made our brain wire a certain way. We act on what we believe.
Deeply in Love (25:10)
The key to changing our negative patterns of thinking is to realize how deeply in love the Lord is with us. God is for us, He is never against us.
Walk Confidently (27:30)
When we sense God’s love so deeply, we are able to walk confidently.
Free Download! (30:00)
Head over to shewalksintruth.com to get the free download on Connie’s new book!
Abundant Life Online Academy (30:30)
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Invest Well (33:00)
When you invest in yourself, you’re actually investing into the Kingdom of God. The healthier we are ourselves, the healthier the environment is around us.
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MacKenzie Koppa is a resilient, single mom of 4 children, a podcaster, and voice over actor. Today she joins the show to chat about her experiences walking through a tough season of single parenting, leaving an abusive relationship, and clinging to God’s comfort through it all. The wisdom, honesty, and insight MacKenzie shares will encourage listeners on the show today.
Introduction to MacKenzie Koppa (3:00)
MacKenzie grew up in the theater and now does voice over acting for commercials, educational training, and audio books.
A Gift of Community (6:45)
The podcast community that MacKenzie has grown, is focusing on the importance of authentic friendship and being there for one another.
Cultivating the Lovely Podcast (11:30)
One of MacKenzie’s two podcasts focuses on learning from different women who are cultivating loveliness in unique ways with busy, everyday life.
The Same Page Podcast (13:45)
A short podcast with poetry, scripture, and historical facts along with occasional children’s novels, MacKenzie intentionally records and uses with her children for bonding experiences.
Leaving Abuse (16:45)
MacKenzie made the difficult decision to leave her husband of 14 years due to the abuse and desire to protect their children.
Unexpected Provision (18:30)
During this difficult season, God has provided in unexpected ways for MacKenzie and her children.
Deeper Intimacy (20:00)
When we go through trials in life we are able to know God in a way we wouldn’t have otherwise.
Walk by Faith (21:15)
Even when it’s hard to see, we must trust that God is still there. Making that decision to trust God no matter what, provides a solid ground for our faith!
Advice from MacKenzie (22:00)
It's important to take life moment by moment because often times Jesus will only light a little bit of the path ahead. We can be confident that we are loved by God, no matter what.
Created for Community (25:00)
We were created for community, to receive and to seek it out.
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Sarah Davis is passionate about advocating for those who are both incarcerated and are returning to society after serving time. She joins the She Walks In Truth podcast to talk with Carrie Robaina about her faith journey and the why behind ministering to felons and employing ex-convicts.
Introduction to Sarah Davis (1:00)
Sarah and her husband are multi-passionate creatives determined to share the love of Jesus through word and action to those in prison settings based in Hamilton Ohio.
The Fringe Coffee House (3:00)
The Fringe Coffee House is an up and coming development intended to provide employment opportunities for ex-felons.
Outpouring of Support (7:00)
People from the local community have been very supportive of the faith based music therapy program The Fringe coffee house.
Outside the Four Walls (8:30)
Carrie poses a question, asking what inspired Sarah and her husband to pursue ministry outside of the four walls of the church.
The Heart Behind Incarceration Ministry (9:00)
Sarah and her husband both have had personal experiences within the incarceration system. The pain they experienced there propelled them to pursue a platform that could help others who have gone through similar hardships.
Meet People Where They’re At (9:40)
People within the prison system oftentimes have years of deep trauma and shame. Sometimes the best thing we can do is simply see and accept the person where they’re at, like Jesus would do.
Unlearning Toxic Views of God (11:00)
Sarah shares on her childhood experiences with religion to now letting go of false views of God she developed over the years.
Nowhere To Turn But God (13:00)
God is the only one who can fix broken pieces and fit them together for good. The love of Jesus pursues us even when we try to run. His love is relentless.
The Beginnings of Faith Based Music Therapy (16:00)
Sarah and her husband often use music videos as a major part of the music therapy exercise.
Our gifts can be used to make a difference (16:30)
We all have unique gifts that can be used to help restore God’s Kingdom on this earth.
Collaboration is Key (21:00)
Often times real growth comes from working together as a team rather than individually. Here-sharpening and refinement takes place!
Advice from Sarah (22:00)
If there is a tug on your heart for this population GO for it! Simply showing up and sharing the love of Jesus through word and action makes a big impact. Don’t shy away from YOUR story--it could empower people more than you know.
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Christa Hutchins is a woman who loves the Lord and is a doer of all kinds of things! Having a career in engineering, she also helps coach woman with project management. This leader has a heart to serve women in the body of Christ and joins the show today, empowering all kinds of women to move their God-sized dreams from vision into action.
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Christa is a woman who loves the Lord and is a doer of all kinds of things! Having a career in engineering, she also helps coach woman with project management. This leader has a heart to serve women in the body of Christ and joins the show today, empowering all kinds of Women to move their God sized dreams from vision, into action.
Introduction to Christa Hutchins (2:00)
Christa is God’s girl and has a passion for God’s girls in this world. She shares about how God led her into the space of ministry and coaching she is involved with today.
Confidence in Leadership (4:00)
Carrie poses a question to Christa on what it was for her working in a field with mostly men, and any encouragement she would have for women finding themselves in that type of space too.
Be the Woman You Are (6:00)
No matter where you are or what type of work environment you find yourself in, be the woman you’re made to be.
You Have Value (7:30)
If someone has invited you somewhere whether it be work or a different type of setting, it’s because they saw the value you bring and want it. You are free to walk in confidence.
A Generous Generation (11:00)
Christa shares how she’s noticed such a generosity within the blogging movement across women in leadership.
Navigating Changing Relationships (12:00)
It’s important to make time and space for people and things that are most important to you. As women we need to establish priorities and pursue our individual callings with great intention.
The Best Yes Book (16:00)
Carrie elaborates on a book that helped her significantly in shaping what she says yes and no to. This book is called “The Best Yes” by Lisa Terkeurst. Click here for the book.
As You Are (18:30)
You don’t have to be an expert to do something well that you feel God is calling you to. Quit waiting, take the step, then let God show you what next steps to take.
Working Through Dynamics in Life (20:30)
Through a difficult circumstance along with a job transition, God started to stir in Christa’s heart for something new. Bringing together her natural skills, coaching aspects, and engineering past experiences, Christa saw God pulling them all together into a greater passion for women and ministry.
God Uses All of You (24:00)
God is so much bigger than any of our mistakes or failures. He takes the broken pieces of our lives and makes something beautiful, bringing it all together.
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Jenny Taylor and Carrie Robaina answer your questions about Grad School life as part of the Propel Women Cohort at Wheaton College as they each work toward a Masters in Evangelism and Leadership.
Obedience is Key (6:00)
Jenny shares her thoughts on obedience. When God says go, we say yes. Our life is about being on mission to do what God asks of us while we are here on earth.
The Gift of Cohort Sisters at Wheaton (11:00)
Being part of such a diverse body of women passionate about Jesus Christ has been refreshing to both Carrie and Jenny.
Purpose of Being at Wheaton (13:30)
Carrie shares that her purpose in being at Wheaton is to know God more through the study of theology. Whether we are in school or not, as believers we are all qualified to study the Word.
Honoring the Leadership (23:00)
Carrie takes a moment to honor the leadership that worked hard to make the women’s cohort at Wheaton a possibility.
We Are All on the Same Mission (28:00)
The Propel Women Cohort at Wheaton is a culture of learning and honor. Regardless of one’s status, everyone is in equal standing with one another.
Favorite Takeaways (30:30)
There are many great takeaways from being part of the Propel Women Cohort. Field trips, the Billy Graham Center Museum, life long connections, the professors, and the campus are just naming a few.
Advice on Seeking Community (36:00)
Become someone who offers good community. Take a chunk of time to spend with God and ask Him to make it clear what you are longing for, then listen and GO make it happen.
Community Takes Pursuit (42:00)
Relationships take investment and sacrifice. We need to be willing to both give and receive towards one another.
Blessing to the Listeners (44:30)
Jenny prays over listeners.
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Dr. Darlene A. Mayo MD FAANS is a board certified neurosurgeon and a neuroscientist. She joins the She Walks In Truth Podcast today to chat about the connection between neuroscience and faith and how God has uniquely designed the mind to function. Dr. Mayo’s current focus is helping people learn how to maximize the function of their brain through teaching online courses, coaching, master classes, and writing.
Introduction to Dr. Darlene A. Mayo MD FAANS (3:00)
Dr. Darlene A. Mayo shares about what makes up her identity in all facets of life and her story on being called away from surgical practice of 10 plus years and into a new realm of influence.
Neuroscience and its Importance (6:20)
Neuroscience is a fascinating topic and it’s especially important for Christians to learn more about it.
Science is a Gift from God (8:00)
When we ask God for things with faith and confidence it utilizes the creative capacity in our brain system.
What Happens When We Ask God in Fear (9:45)
Carrie and Dr. Mayo discuss the importance of what we let our minds focus on, how that can either benefit or hinder our overall well being, and the connection between Biblical views and these findings.
Filtering the Brain Right (11:20)
Our brains can’t tell the difference between what we visualize or imagine, and what is an actual reality. It's important to choose carefully how we think about ourselves and life situations.
A Book in the Making (13:20)
A new book written by Dr. Darlene A. Mayo about faith and the mind will be published soon.
Steps to Apply Neuroscience in Everyday Life (13:40)
One, gratitude and praising God. Two, Writing down prayers and visualizing them. Three, praying before you go to bed
Writing is Beneficial For the Brain (18:00)
Carrie poses a question in regards to writing things down and it’s benefit for the brain.
The Brain Can Change (20:00)
Brains rewiring is possible, no matter the age.
Advice on Rewiring the Brain (22:00)
One, write down negative thoughts. Two, write down why those negative thoughts are not true based on God’s word. Three, throw away the paper with negative thoughts and keep the paper with God’s truth handy to review.
Working in the Science Field as a Christian (23:00)
There are limitless connections between neuroscience and the Christian Faith!
Myths Surrounding Neuroscience (24:00)
Carrie and Dr. Mayo take a few minutes to debunk several myths that are commonly believed in regards to neuroscience.
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On this week’s episode Carrie Robaina shares her personal story with ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage in an episode called Sacred Life. She hopes this episode will bring freedom to listeners and empower the She Walks in Truth community to be the hands and feet of Jesus to those hurting in this world. Listen on your fav podcast app, by saying, “Alexa, play the She Walks In Truth podcast by Carrie Robaina” or by clicking the link in profile!
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Aubrey Sampsonis the Director of Discipleship and Equipping at Renewal Church in the Chicago area. As a speaker, writer, and church planter, Aubrey offers an incredible perspective in the midst of trying experiences. She Joins the podcast today to talk about her book, “The Louder Song” and her perspective on lament.
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Jean Abbott is an author, writer, and inspirational speaker. She joins the podcast today to talk about her life story or resilience, having been misdiagnosed as a young child with Spastic Diplegia, a form of Cerebral Palsy and after 33 years, was correctly diagnosed with Dopa Responsive Dystonia (DRD). Jean offers practical insight on how she learned to find joy in all types of circumstances, and how to journey through life's hardships with a heart wide open. You can get connected with the show notes at www.shewalksintruth.com/Jeanabbott. FAITH SHOP Grab your cool She Walks In Truth gear at our new Faith Shop!
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina talks about life balance. Is it attainable or just a myth? She shares insight from her own life and how when she discovered this one thing her perspective changed.
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Lauren Alexander is a Midwestern girl who serves along with her pastor husband, Seth, and four spirited children in a small Indiana town. Lauren’s desire is to make connections with women from every walk of life and disciple them to greater maturity in Christ. Today she joins the show to chat about the mission of foster care based her own life experience. She and Seth also have a sweet spot for the local church, especially in rural and under-resourced areas.
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Kristin Kuhne is a wife, mother and Lead Pastor at Giving Waters Christian Family Church in Hudson, Wisconsin. She joins the podcast today to talk about her call as a pastor which began by being pushed out of her comfort zone by her own pastor! Kristin offers practical insight on how to begin using your gifts as well as some of the dynamics of shepherding God's people.
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina proposes a special challenge as you head into a new year! Hear how shifting to a Kingdom mindset and operating from a position of servant will change your life.
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On this week's episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina shares why she decided to toss New Year's resolutions out the window and what she's replaced them with instead!
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Carissa Bradford chats with Carrie Robaina about how she and her company believe in using small talents for big outcomes to help those who are rescued from the human trafficking industry in the United States. Carissa is the founder of the Adamo Nail Bar in Austin, Texas which is a one-of-a-kind airstream boutique offering best in class services. 100% of the profits generated by Adamo Nail Bar are used to rehabilitate, restore, and educate sex trafficking survivors, former sex workers, and those at risk of exploitation.
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Jennifer Allwood joins the show this week to talk about the Equipped Conference for Christian women in business who desire to arm themselves with tools to do business God's way. She is also an entrepreneur and business coach to creatives who desire to use their talents to earn money online.
Jennifer opens up about what happened as she began to consider what it would look like if she held a conference where faith meets business. She shares about how her business began to grow and change when she made God a priority in it. She knows that one word from God change everything.
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Whitney Putnam is a dreamer and a visionary. She's a mom and pastor's wife from Liberty, Missouri and attends a church near a peacock farm. She loves engaging women through writing and speaking on various topics including imperfectly brave living and anything that God stirs deeply in her soul. Today she joins the She Walks In Truth podcast to talk about living imperfectly brave through the seasons of life.
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Whitney is the founder of Imperfectly Brave and author of the book of the same name. Additionally, Whitney is pursuing her Masters of Theological Studies at MBTS and can be found writing at Lifeway's The Gospel Project and Journey Devotionals. Follow her on Twitter or Facebook at @whitneypputnam.
Jackie the Educator is the founder of a youth empowerment brand which focuses on mental health, education & spiritual growth. She has a heart to reach millennials by being creative in her outreach which transforms traditional methods of ministry. Jackie the Educator graduated from Depaul University with master's in Counseling & College Student Development and through her blog, radio show, public speaking events, and counseling initiatives, she strives to walk in purpose and encourages millennials to pursue purpose.
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Cara Harvey is a mom empowerment coach and her mission is to provide woman with the tools, resources, and community to reach their goals, empower themselves, find their happiness and live a life by God's design. She joins to podcast to share tips on how to break down the priorities of your life to make time for what matters.
Furniture artist and creative influencer Amber Strong joins the She Walks In Truth podcast to share her testimony and how we're all creatively created. Amber journeyed through early adulthood as a single mom and is now married with three kids. She also shares how even in the toughest seasons the Lord has always provided.
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Beware of the Rabble!!!! On today's episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina takes a deep dive into Numbers 11 and how the mixed-multitude, or rabble impacted the Israelites and how it still impacts us in the church today.
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On today's episode of She Walks In Truth we are tackling a very difficult and delicate subject. My guest Jennifer Eikenhorst shares her story of what's happened the past two years following a collision with a motorcyclist causing accidental death. She is brave for sharing the flip side of the story we don't often hear about. It's not a title Jennifer every wanted to have but she's not alone in the heartache as there are many others just like her who need support but are not without hope.
Australian Model Jessica Maybury joins the She Walks In Truth podcast to chat about God's enduring love. She shares how meeting a stranger during a rock bottom moment changed the trajectory of her entire life! Through that experience and the discipleship that followed Jessica found healing and one of her passions; discipleship. Jessica also enjoys teaching people how to live minimally and take control of their finances as well as fashion and home styling.
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**Mendy Shriver** is a wife, mom of 5, podcaster and fitness expert who has a longing to encourage women to be lovingly authentic to one another. She talks about how significant it is to sit in the dark places with one another.
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Carrie Robaina is a podcaster and entrepreneur wholeheartedly believes in living with purpose. One of her greatest joys is inspiring and encouraging others to live a healthy, joy-filled and intentional life in Christ. In this episode Carrie shares heartfelt stories from a recent outreach she was a part of to a homeless encampment in Minneapolis called Tent City.
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Christian author and speaker Chrystan Ferrell joins She Walks In Truth this week to have a conversation with Carrie Robaina about two issues believers face today. One is how to navigate being a believer in a culture that weaves in some of God's truth so that it sounds like it's Biblical but isn't. The second topic we tackle is the beautifully broken journey of parenthood. Chrystan loves Jesus, coffee, is a boy mom and wife to Farmer Adam and leads two fun ministries.
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Portia Allen is a wife, mother, mentor and teacher whose heart is to encourage and champion the people of God to be what God has called them to be. She joins the She Walks In Truth podcast to about motherhood, sisterhood and leaning into God in the midst of messes to strengthen us!
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Janet Ables is an author, speaker and Founder of Esther Movement which is a voice for the voiceless. She advocates for social justice and humanitarian needs around the world and leads teams into the slums of Kolkata, the jungles of Central America and red-light districts of Southeast Asia. Janet talks with Carrie Robaina on the She Walks In Truth podcast to raise awareness about the global plight of women and to activate women of the western church to move out of the pews and into their place in the world.
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Carrie Robaina is a podcaster and entrepreneur wholeheartedly believes in living with purpose. One of her greatest joys is inspiring and encouraging others to live a healthy, joy-filled and intentional life in Christ. In this episode she talks about seasons of life; what some of them are an how to end them well.
Mandy Meehan joins today's episode of She Walks In Truth to talk about embracing the unexpected in a tough season. Just over two years ago, right before she married her husband James, Mandy got sick and has been fighting for my health ever since. She shares about how her life has drastically changed including stepping down from a job she loved as an associate youth pastor at Life.Church and speaks to God's faithfulness through it all. This episode will encourage your heart no matter what season of life you find yourself in.
Faith Story (3:34)
Mandy shares how her story is quite unique in that she doesn't remember making the decision to follow Jesus because she was so young but she does remember wanting to make sure she was following Jesus and kept making the decision to follow God. She talks about how there's never been a place she didn't know Jesus. Mandy says it doesn't mean she hasn't had up and downs but she's known him her whole life and has some great memories including the day she was baptized.
Embracing the Unexpected (7:548)
Over two years ago Mandy's life went completely different than she ever expected. A couple of weeks before her wedding she got a diagnosis of mono. She was still able to marry her husband James and go on her honeymoon and rather than getting better she seemed to present more symptoms. Mandy was nearly married, working full-time and barely functioning. She had to step away from her job as an associate youth pastor at Life.Church in Oklahoma City and felt like she was loosing her purpose. Mandy says circumstances were so difficult but at some point she felt like she was going to die.
Embracing Rather Than Endure (14:00)
Mandy shares how she began to share her story on YouTube. She nearly didn't upload the first episode but it's been great to see how God's used her channel to give hope to people. Her love for nutrition and wellness has exploded and she's been able to help even more people.
Ministry Online (17:36)
Mandy talks about technology and how even though she isn't able to go to church she is still able to serve online.
Finding Joy In Transitions (21:14)
Finding things to do that she really finds joy in was important to her. Even though she wasn't able do those things very often she was challenged to make sure she was finding her contentment in Christ. Whenever you seek Jesus you'll find joy and contentment. She's always had a relationship with Jesus she's had to fall on her face to seek Him in ways she never has.
Chronic Illness (25:00)
Mandy opens up about her diagnosis from Mayo Clinic. Initially she was diagnosed with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome and other smaller things that fall underneath that but she's grateful to God for recent discoveries that are helping give her functional medicine doctor more insight to what my be going on.
Healthy Living (29:30)
Before addressing the healthy living factors Mandy wants to address your heart to make sure that you know that God sees you and that you're not alone.
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Connie Tresedder is a joyful and energetic lover of life. She is an expert at teaching people to control worrisome, stressful thoughts. She has taught at the college level for over 20 years inspiring her students to believe in themselves and discover their true purpose. Connie has also coached people for years helping them to hear God’s voice and giving people tools to re-wire their brains so they can control negative thoughts.
Faith Story (4:12)
Connie's been a teacher most of her life teaching at the college level, youth group, children and women. She says she used to struggle with low self-esteem because grew up with an alcoholic father and didn't feel valued. Her family didn't attend church and in 5th grade a friend from school invited her to VBS when she invited Jesus into her life. She ended up going to church with that family because of them including her and welcoming them into their home.
Impacting Others (7:50)
Connie talks about how right she's passionate about helping people break through roadblocks that's keeping them from their God-given purpose. It doesn't matter what age someone is, they're not too old or too young to have a purpose. Letting God shift and turn us in a new direction isn't as scary as it seems. It's worth taking a leap of faith and opening ourselves up to God's plan.
Getting Unstuck (12:50)
Connie says she helps people get unstuck and a lot of times people don't even know they're stuck. There could be an experience in childhood that's impacting them as adults. Through conversational prayer God shows up and helps reveal what's impacting the person.
Neuroplasticity & The Brain (15:40)
God is our creator and he knows exactly how he created our brains. Thanks to research done in neuroplasticity and brain science, we can change our brain and our brains change because of the way we think. Sometimes we have to go deeper because the brain is wired and will take the path of least resistance but we can rewire them.
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On today's episode of She Walks In Truth, author and speaker Jenn Baxter joins the show again to chat about our words and how what we say and think makes an impact on our lives. She shares about how the Lord has opened her eyes to what speaking truth over our lives is and what it isn't.
Carrie Robaina is a podcaster and entrepreneur wholeheartedly believes in living with purpose. One of her greatest joys is inspiring and encouraging others to live a healthy, joy-filled and intentional life in Christ. In this episode we tackle what it means to take up your cross and following Jesus based on Matthew 16:24-28. Grab your Bible, pen and journal and let's dive in!
Phylicia Masonheimer is an author, speaker, and founder of Driven Women. She teaches strong-hearted women how to follow Christ’s call in work, home, and the world. She writes about the Bible, productivity, and sexuality on her website. She’s also written a book called, “Christian Cosmo: The Sex Talk You Never Had.” Today she joins the show to talk about the impact or pornography and erotica on woman as well as shares her testimony and how God is using her story to tell His story.
Faith Story (2:30)
Phylicia shares her faith story. At the age 12 she discovered a neurotic novel at a garage sale and didn't know what it was or what sex was because she never had a sex. It started a struggle with pornography and sexual sin until her early 20s. It also impacted her walk. Now that she is free walks alongside other women who have the same experience.
You're Not The Only One (5:03)
If you struggle with this...you're not alone. Phylicia shares how talking about sexuality is a continuous conversation; not a one thing at the age of 12. We talk about how the church is beginning to have these conversations which is encouraging. Wherever there is sin that is tied to sex there is shame because the enemy wants to twist sexuality as young as possible in order to hinder them from beginning it into the light.
Not Only A Man's Issue (8:30)
This is something many women struggle with. Too often the church addresses as it as a man's issue when really the number of porn users who are women is 30-40% and the number of those addicted to erotica is the same. Sexual sin is a spiritual battle fought only by implementing many standards. Until you address the spiritual battle first. It's also important to remember it's a long-term battle.
Parents Whose Kids Have Been Caught Using Porn (11:54)
The conversation about sex is never easy. The first thing you can do is make them feel secure and that you're not going to reject them...that you're going to help them. The initial step of revealing shame is the hardest. Start from a place of love and grace; especially if they're you're child. Then take a look at how Jesus dealt with shame. He always looked at them with love and grace before he told them to go and sin no more! For everything negative you take you need to replace it with a spiritual truth.
Strong Women (15:34)
Phylicia says growing up that being a "strong woman" was equated with being a feminist. She honestly believed that in her teens. Felt that she needed to get married and find her identity in her husband. Through studying what Scripture said she discovered that being a strong woman is not negative as long as your strong will is bent to the will of God you can accomplish more for than ever managed.
Breaking Free From Legalism (19:00)
A lot of times the Bible is used in support of being a wife and mother. In environments when we see a legalistic view of womanhood, it's supported without regard to culture context and all of Scripture. It's possible to honor your marriage, church, God's word and to still honor God in the strong way he made us.
Breaking Free From Legalism (23:45)
After some blog readers sent Phylicia an article about how Christian men prefer women who don't have debt, are virgins and without tattoos. This article said women should not go to college and the husband would have to undo what they learned. Phylicia wrote a rebuttal article here because the article was not a good representation of Christ and the gospel.
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Carrie Robaina is a podcaster and entrepreneur wholeheartedly believes in living with purpose. One of her greatest joys is inspiring and encouraging others to live a healthy, joy-filled and intentional life in Christ. In this episode she takes a close look at Ephesians 4:28 and what the Bible says about stealing.
Carrie Robaina is a podcaster and entrepreneur wholeheartedly believes in living with purpose. One of her greatest joys is inspiring and encouraging others to live a healthy, joy-filled and intentional life in Christ. In this episode we tackle insecurity, how to identify it and how to overcome.
Carrie Robaina is a podcaster and entrepreneur wholeheartedly believes in living with purpose. One of her greatest joys is inspiring and encouraging others to live a healthy, joy-filled and intentional life in Christ. In this episode she asks the tough question: Are you getting encouragement in the Lord for yourself or are you relying on everybody else? You have complete access to the Lord yourself. Join the conversation!
Jodie Massella and husband Dino founded Restore the Face of the Family in 2007. The two generally works as pair to minister nationally on what they have learned from the Word of God regarding marriage and family. Today Jodie sits down with Carrie Robaina to share her personal faith journey and dynamics that recently took her faith in trusting God deeper.
Faith Story (1:30)
Jodie shares her faith journey including being able to share Jesus Christ with her husband Dino. She talks about although they were involved in the church they felt like they were just checking the Sunday box. Once their oldest daughter was a teenager they decided it was time to change churches where they received Jesus and Holy Spirit in their lives. They became sponges for the word of God and everything changed.
The Birth of Family Face Ministries (3:50)
Jodie talks about Dino being woken up by Holy Spirit and the Lord gave Dino the name and mandate for their ministry to restore the face of the family.
More Than Checking Off the Sunday Box (5:37)
In this segment chats about how to go beyond checking off the Sunday box and experiencing real transformation by God.
Witnessing the Miracles of God (8:10)
Jodie's teenage daughter's faith walk completely changed during a mission trip to the Dominican Republic. She chats about some of those experiences and why she believes it's important for our kids to experience mission outside of the US.
Fulfilling Your God-Given Dream (11:33)
Jodie talks about a recent storm and a "suddenly" from God. She opens up about family dynamics surrounding it and how God turned things around. Her biggest advice is to not quit on your God-given dream or you may miss out on your miracle.
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Carrie Robaina is a podcaster and entrepreneur wholeheartedly believes in living with purpose. One of her greatest joys is inspiring and encouraging others to live a healthy, joy-filled and intentional life in Christ. In this episode she tackles a sensitive subject within the Evangelical church today: Is it Biblically okay for women to teach and preach to both men and women inside the four walls of the church? Join the conversation!
Personal Testimony of Roles of Women Church (2:54)
In this segment Carrie shares about her experience with the roles she saw women playing inside the four walls of the church and how it impacted how I viewed the spiritual teaching and preaching of women.
These verse I was mostly always referred to against women teaching and preaching.
- 1 Tim 2:8-13
Ministry of Jesus and Paul (11:15)
In this segment I share some examples from Scripture about how Jesus regarded women as well Paul and the women who walked alongside Paul. Women like Mary who broke social norms by sitting as Jesus' feet to learn when culturally a woman would never be allowed to sit at the feet of a rabbi to learn. What did Jesus do? He praised her.
Then there's Paul. He's stereotyped as an Apostle who disregarded women mostly by his teaching to the Corinthian church in 1 Timothy 2:8-13. The reality is, when we look at this life, he ministered alongside women.
What are some of the key things to point out? Our identity as men and women as being one in Christ Jesus.
"There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus." Galatians 3:28
What I am concluding is that in regard to the spiritual gifts, including teaching and preaching, they aren’t divided by gender (or social class, ethnicity, economic status, etc) but by the Spirit as he wills (1 Cor. 12:4-11) just as our identity is as on in Christ Jesus.
Gender is not intended to be a barrier or limitation to one being able to follow and exercise the calling of God.
Having said that, our goal as men and women of God isn’t to compete over gender roles as the secular world does.
The goal of the church is to “advance the Kingdom of Christ as fellow heirs of the grace of God (Alan F Johnson).”
Prayer of Blessing (21:00)
In this segment I share some examples from Scripture about how Jesus regarded women as well Paul and the women who walked alongside Paul.
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Carrie Robaina is a podcaster and entrepreneur wholeheartedly believes in living with purpose. One of her greatest joys is inspiring and encouraging others to live a healthy, joy-filled and intentional life in Christ. In this episode she tackles body image. Join the conversation!
Getting To The Heart of Body Image (1:00)
The words we speak and think are like little seeds that take root in our heart. They’ll either produce good fruit or bad fruit.
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made (6:54)
God didn’t just make. He made you wonderfully!!!!!
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.
-Psalm 139:14 Made In The Image of God (11:00)
Genesis 1:27 "So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.”
Fear of man can steal Perfectionism, insecurity, Dezerai opens up about a couple of dynamics on her faith journey. She said if she brings her focus back to the Lord, everything else seems like it's not as big of a deal.
1 Thessalonians 1:4 "For we know, brothers and sistersa]">[a] loved by God, that he has chosen you,..”
When the world floods in and tries to tell us who we aren’t, God wants to remind us who we are…chosen children of God!!!
Romans 12:6 "We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith;..”
You were made to function exactly how you were made to function.
God’s Masterpiece (21:24)
Remind yourself that you are God’s masterpiece and how beautiful you truly are.
Ephesians 2:10 "For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."
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Dezerai Seitzer is a speaker and blogger whose mission is to speak God's truth in a way that challenges, excites and motivates women to know God more intimately, to understand His word more fully, and to be unafraid to live who He created them to be.
Faith Story (1:00)
Dezerai came to know the Lord since she was 6 years old and has followed him ever since. She says when she has walked away he's been so kind to love her. Dezerai also shares how she's a 4th generation Christian and her Great Grandmother was saved by a brave woman pastor at a tent revival meeting.
Speaking the Truths of God's Word (4:31)
Dezerai is passionate about sharing with women how they are "enough" to serve how God's called them to. There was a season when she thought her gifts came too easily and began to seek out other gifts. The Lord has brought her back to speaking and writing and wants to remind women who God is and who we are to God.
Finding Your Worth In the Lord (8:37)
Dezerai's biggest encouragement for women is to take and set aside time to be with the Lord. It's a scared time and as we spend time with him the outside voices become quieter and we can clearly hear who God is and says she is. The only place we can find the confidence in God. How do we get more confidence? Spend more time with God and understand who he is.
Hearing From God (11:30)
God is so faithful that if we seek Him we will find Him. Hearing God's voice. God confirms his speaking to us many ways including through His word as well as through other brothers and sisters in the Lord.
Staying the Course (21:11)
Dezerai opens up about a couple of dynamics on her faith journey. She said if she brings her focus back to the Lord, everything else seems like it's not as big of a deal.
Running the Race Set Before You (26:03)
Dezerai says she grew up being told women couldn't be pastors or preach which was in conflict with what her gift was. We are all called to preach the Word in whatever capacity God has called you to. She encourages women to really pray hard in to it and seek out a place where you can use your gift.
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Website: www.dezerai.com
Blog: www.dezerai.com/blog
Insta: @dezerai
FB: @dezeraispeaks
Paris Keelea is a daughter, friend, fashion stylist and loves to live a life of random acts of kindness! It’s the best inspiration behind dressing for significance. Paris also has a passion to let her generation know the power of knowing who Christ is and who you are in Christ, revealing it in conduct and dress. She loves to convey that the best way to show off your style is with the greatest accessory of kindness!
Faith Story (1:25)
Paris grew up in a Christian home. Whenever church doors were open her family was there. She says getting to watch how her parents live for Christ has deeply impacted her life. Just two years ago, in her early teens, Paris made the decision it was time to make Jesus the King of her life and begin to walk out her faith as a young woman
The Impact of Intercession (7:00)
Paris shares how an experience with intercession when she was sick is what the Lord used to heal her. At that point the Lord also gave her the gift of intercession and over the past few years she's had the honor to intercede for others.
Making A Place Better For God (12:16)
Paris talks about how she wants to make a place better for God. She desires to get outside of herself and make other people's day better is a gateway for God to work.
The Keeping Power of God (19:37)
In this segment shares about the keeping power of God!
Staying the Course (25:14)
Other people's conflicts are not our battles. That's one of the biggest lessons Paris has learned recently.
Running the Race Set Before You (31:00)
Paris offers an encouragement from her favorite for all of us sister friends! (Hebrews 12:1-3)
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Website: www.pariskeelea.com/
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LaToya Edwards is a Christian life coach and writer. She helps Christian women strengthen their faith and deepen their relationship with God so they can walk victoriously through trials, knowing God is with them, every step of the way. Through her blog, Women Finding God, she encourages women to grow closer to God through consistent Bible study and prayer.
Faith Story (1:14)
LaToya shares how as a little kid she loved going to church and found so much joy learning about God. As a military kid here family moved around a lot and once her dad retired and they settled, she found herself pulling away from church because she felt like she didn't fit into the mold of the church her family started going to. LaToya says she didn't pull away from God but didn't want to have anything to do with the church. The result? She ended up being a tool of the enemy. Struggling through an abusive marriage is finally what caused LaToya to go deep in relationship with the Lord.
Trusting God In Hard Times (10:20)
LaToya talks about how there was a point in her life when she left it up to others to tell her about who God is, but the turning point was when she decided to dig and learn for herself. LaToya believes that if women understood the truth about God and the truth about yourself then you become unstoppable!
Meaningful Quiet Time With The Lord (14:48)
LaToya shares one of her favorite passages from Scripture and how God is there even in the mundane. She loves to encourage women to use the pockets of time they do have available to connect with God in a meaningful way.
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Want to get in touch with Latoya
Website: latoyaedwards.net
Kristin Schell is on a mission to love her neighbors. She put a picnic table in her front yard, painted it turquoise, and began inviting neighbors, friends, and even strangers, to hang out and do life together at The Turquoise Table. As founder of the Turquoise Table and Front Yard People movement, Kristin travels the country speaking at conferences and events with an encouraging word on how to open our lives and homes to others.
Faith Story (1:49)
Kristin's testimony is the backdrop and preparation God used for the story of The Turquoise Table. In middle school Kristin was beat up so her mama pulled her from school and enrolled her in a parochial school where she wasn't allowed to participate in the daily church service. Other events developed during those years that led to Kristin walking away from Jesus. Spoiler alert! She found her way back to him after a friend in a foreign country invited her to church and she realized that the Lord had been there all along.
Encouragement For During The Journey (9:20)
Kristin offers encouragement to women who are in the midst of the struggle to not fall into the trap of comparison when they hear someone else's story. There's a story that isn't mine but shows those good and Godly characters I know to be true no matter what's going on your life.
The Turquoise Table (11:00)
Kristin talks about the story behind The Turquoise Table. She had a craving and wanted to share her story and Jesus with others. She often tried inviting people to church and many times it didn't work out. The table is almost like the Lord's way of saying, "Let's start at the beginning and keep this simple." She asked the Lord to teach her about hospitality, outreach and loving others.
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Website: http://www.kristinschell.com
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On today's episode of She Walks In Truth, Life and Digital Strategy Coach for Christian Entrepreneurs Angela J Herrington chats about finding freedom and fulfillment in our God-given calling.
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Alexandrea Harrelsonis a young woman who is newly married and runs her own online business. She is passionate about teaching other women how they can stay at home and still contribute to the family income.
Testimony (1:20) 1:20: Alexandra shares her faith story of being saved during her Sophomore year of college. Friends were always inviting her to church and Christian events and she went though she didn't know why. During that time she came to know the Lord and after that the relationships with her family changed. She also talks about how another student kept taking his Bible to class which stood out to her. Next Steps (9:27)
Getting involved in a local church was a big part of Alexandrea developing in her faith. She encourages college students especially to get involved in local programs on campus to help grow.
Being Newly Married and Being In Business (11:58)
Alexandrea is a self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur and when she was newly married she didn't want to get a 9 to 5 so she could focus on her marriage. God opened doors for her to be able to work from home as a virtual assistant and now she teaches other women how to do the same.
Business (14:49)
Setting healthy boundaries and educating others who don't understand what you "do" is one of the best ways Alexandrea has found to navigate being a non-traditional business owner. People understand money and when you communicate to them it's your income she finds more people are understanding.
Faith In The Marketplace (21:00)
Working online and being exposed to lots of different cultures has provided Alexandrea the opportunity to share her faith and be an encouragement.
Newlywed Fun (24:00)
Alexandrea and her husband spent 4 months traveling in a trailer last summer and shares how it shaped their relationship. They recently purchased a farm in a small town in Mississippi that they had never heard of before which has many great tales to tell.
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www.sunnysouthfarmstead.com https://www.facebook.com/sunnysouthfarmstead www.virtualassistantjumpstart.com
Teresa Ann, Celina Baginski and Carrie Robaina share about a vision God gave Celina years ago which has recently developed into what's now called the Godly Chitchat gathering. Hear how God is using these three women to partner together to travel to equip women with what it means to have God-centered conversations in all areas of life that's rooted in identity as Daughters of the King. As women of God we are truly better together!
For show notes and more details head over to www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this week's episode of She Walks Truth Jenn Baxter joins to share how stripping down and cleaning up gave her her life back. Jen is an accomplished author, speaker who has been published in numerous print and online publications and speaks on the subjects of downsizing & minimalism, clean eating, healthy living and spiritual health.
Chastity Stemmons is speaker, TV personality, teacher, and writer. She's also an ordained minister with over 16 years of experience in nonprofit management, coaching, women's ministry, and youth and family services. Chastity assists individuals and families at all levels reach their highest potential and achieve their goals.
Living Life God's Way (1:39)
Chastity shares how she is passionate about getting people love and live their life God's way and to show up to their life daily. The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he delights in his way; Psalm 37:23
Faith Story (3:40)
Chastity talks about how as a young child both of her grandmas influenced her faith; each in their beautiful way. She shares how when she was a young adult and didn't know her purpose she called out to Jesus in her room and asked him to show himself to her and he did. It was literally a Damascus experience. Chastity talks about how through a relationship the Lord was training for reigning.
Strength In The Struggle (9:00)
Trials are an opportunity in a new and different way than we've never know before.
Let Your Song Come Out (11:44)
The Lord uses Chastity to speak to dry bones and tell them to live! In this segment she uses a record player as an analogy of how we live our lives in Pause, Stop and Play.
The Power of Words (15:50)
Chastity encourages women to declare truth for each day including making a decision not to talk about your woes and speaking life into relationships!
The Value of Gratitude (17:40)
Once we use our words to speak what God about helps our lives align with God!
The Important of an Inner Circle (20:00)
Chastity feels that one of the most important traits of healthy and Godly relationships is those who are willing to correct you, protect you and love you!
Creativity & Faith (25:44)
Chastity talks about as she was in ministry there were women who had confidence issues which birthed her passion to help people dress up for who they are!
You Are Worth It (36:13)
Chastity wants you to know that because you are fearfully and wonderfully made by God you are worth it!
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Hannah Place is a speaker, podcaster and Founder of Graceful Gladiator, a movement to empower women to embrace the feminine and warrior natures we all inside so we can make our highest contribution to ourselves, our families and the world.
Testimony (2:24)
Hannah is a pastor's kid and talks about how she had an incredible childhood with parents who created a safe home. Her testimony begins during high school when she wanted to be a wife and a mom. Hannah talks about although she saw red flags in a relationship, she entered into that marriage with her eyes half open. Everything that she prayed for and hoped for came to a screeching halt. After two years into it she ended up divorced and went through a season of thinking she let the Lord down but realized that the Lord allowed her to go through that season so that she could be yielded to him.
Gladiator Friendships (8:15)
Hannah talks about how good friendships are similar to how Gladiator's train. They train with other gladiators who are willing to hurt them but not kill them. She feels friendship is the same thing. That women should be surrounded by other women who are willing to hurt them so that when they're up against the real enemy they're trained and ready.
A Heart For Battle (14:00)
Every woman has a battle to fight and often we pray for him to keep us safe. Hannah feels that we have territory to claim just like the Israelites but we were made to step up to the plate and fight it with the Lord.
Warrior Spirit (17:30)
Hannah's heart is for women to claim their warrior spirit. That God calls us to fierce warriors but we also have a feminine, soft side that is a picture of his grace.
Beauty In Submission (19:32)
Hannah and I chat about Biblical submission and marriage.
Working With Your Spouse In Marriage (27:00)
Hannah and her husband work together and they absolutely love it. She shares tips on how to make it work when a husband and wife work in business together. The biggest thing is looking as your spouse as an ally and more!
Get In Touch
Want to get in touch with Hannah? You can listen to her podcast Graceful Gladiator here. She can also be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mrshannahplace, on IG @HannahPlace and at www.hannahplace.com.
Jennifer Sims is a wife, mom, business person, mentor and leader. On this episode of She Walks In Truth she shares her faith journey of coming from a heritage of Christian men and women and how during the past 10 years two health situations with her children have caused her to learn how to find gratefulness to God in each day.
Testimony (2:35)
Jennifer talks about how she comes from a legacy of strong Christian men and women that she tries to never take for granted. From a young age her parents taught her how to pray and how to study the Word which helped her develop a love for Scripture. She shares how throughout her life she tried to continue to mature in faith throughout life although she didn't truly knew what walking in faith was until she was much older. Getting married and starting a family of her is what caused her to faith to grow legs and walk.
Giving God Control (5:24)
During the past 10 years her faith as taken a shape of it's own in her learning how to open up her hands and give God control. Her daughter was born 12 weeks early (or "on-time" as she says) and it was the first situation in her life when there was literally nothing she could do about it. Through that situation God taught her and husband to trust that God is Lord.
Encouragement For Other Parents (11:45)
"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16:30
Jennifer talks about how her life verse provided her comfort during that difficult time and remember that the Lord holds our kids in His hands.
Kyle (16:56)
Jennifer goes into detail about her precious teenage son Kyle who was diagnosed with a rare liver disease at the age of 8 called Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC). Currently there is no cure or effective medical therapy for PSC. Though there is not much that can be done for it. Kyle is currently listed for a liver transplant. Although that won't cure the disease, Jennifer says it's a prolonging of life because it will start him over with a clean liver and give him the chance to live healthy for a long while.
Passionate About Gratefulness (19:32)
Kyle is champ. He doesn't like it and doesn't want to have the disease but Jennifer talks about how he's done the best he can with what he's been given and how as a family they've tried to be purposeful in being a light for Christ in the medical community whether with their attitudes or sharing about God with doctors or other families they never otherwise would have had access to. One thing her family works on really hard is being passionate about is gratefulness.
Awareness About Rare Diseases (27:46)
Jennifer shares about organizations you can get connected to who study and recognize the importance of studying the little rare diseases that don't get as much as attention as other diseases simply because there aren't as many patients to study.
Get In Touch
Want to get in touch with Jennifer or financially support her family? You can connect with them here. To find out more about PSC, go here and to find out more about NORD, the organization that researches and supports families with rare disorders go here.
Jen Cox is a wife, mom, Bible teacher, mentor to moms and a business. She and her husband Rick are high school sweethearts and have known each other since 1st grade. They have 3 active boys who love sports. Jen taught elementary school for eight years before staying home with her kids and can be found substitute teaching, cheering on her boys, working at her co-owned business Soaring Eagle Designs or teaching the Bible and mentoring a mom's group. On this episode she shares about dynamics in marriage and life including what it's like to navigate life with bipolar disorder.
Testimony (2:38)
Jen talks fondly about her childhood. She was blessed to be born in a Christian home where her grandparents and parents who know the Lord. Her mom ran a Bible club in their home which had a profound impact on her life. Jen if grateful for learning her Bible in her childhood church and in the past decade has really learned what it's like to walk in the Spirit and listen to his leading more.
Walking By The Spirit (6:50)
Jen shares examples of how the Lord has spoken to her through the word and Bible studies. More recently she talks about how the Lord helped her understand how speaking in tongues is a way to stay in tune with the Spirit.
Ministering To The Untouchables (14:54)
Evangelism has been part of Jen's life since the time she came to know the Lord at the age of 5. She's been praying for others and sharing Jesus with people since as long as she can remember. Many times it's the untouchables that other people often don't want to have anything to do with. She believes one way to share the love of Jesus with others is to do life together with others.
Joseph and Potiphar's Wife (19:54)
Jen loves to talk to moms about being aware of spending time with people of the opposite sex in order to protect marriage and not give satan a foothold. She says if you find yourself in those situations then you need to run like Joseph did with Potiphar's wife. Jen also says she also encourages you to find accountability as well.
Lessons Learned From Navigating Life With Bipolar (28:15)
Jen sets the record straight about what it's like to live with bipolar. It's been an opportunity to have conversations with her children about it.
Get In Touch
Want to get in touch with Jen? You can email her at coxwildcat@cox.net or Instagram.
Angie Delamore is a wife, mom, Registered Nurse and health advocate. She's participated in and finished four marathons and one Olympic Distance Triathlon. On today's show she shares about finding the treasure in each and every day which is something she's while parenting her son 13 year old son JC who's battled leukemia multiple times since he was 2 years old. Angie's heart's desire is to meet people where they're at and love them through their journey.
Testimony (2:28)
Angie shares how being raised both Southern Baptist and Catholic has given her a unique understanding about "church."
God's Mercy & Grace (9:00)
Angie answers the question she hears often, "How do you do it?" Her answer is always, "God's mercy and grace in the moment." The wisdom she's learned in life is to focus on the now. When she focuses on the past she starts feeling depressed. When she focuses on the future she's filled with anxiety but when she focuses on the present she's able to open her heart to God's mercy and can find joy in the moment.
JC's Story (13:13)
Angie opens up about JC's story of him first being diagnosed with leukemia at the age of two up until now at the age of 13. JC has had 6 relapses and 7 diagnoses.
Comfort In The Now (21:08)
Journaling and writing about JC's story is therapeutic for Angie. She knows God has something for her in the form of writing but she's waiting on him to show her what and when.
Other Dynamics (26:41)
Over the years the Lord's provision has kept them out of bankruptcy which is all too often the case with medical expenses of this magnitude. Angie talks about some of the ways bills have come in and within hours they'll receive a check or money that's nearly right down to the penny of a medical bill.
The Present (38:45)
Angie addresses JC's present and most recent diagnosis and how others can come alongside them.
Unite In Prayer (43:20)
Join Angie and I in prayer!
Get In Touch
Want to get in touch with Angie? You can connect with her on Facebook here or here. Also on Instagram.
Alissa Holmes is the Executive Pastor and Development Director for Twin Cities Justice House of Prayer. In addition she's an admin and worship leader for a night and day house of prayer as well as works for a powerful inner healing ministry called Door of Hope. Alissa is also a writer, musician, filmmaker and artist who is passionate about creation in all of its forms. She loves seeing people transformed with the power of Christ after being delivered from severe depression and suicidal tendencies.
Testimony (2:48)
Alissa is a pastor's kid who came to know the Lord at the young age of 3. She struggled with nightmares and her mom led her through a salvation prayer and asked the Lord to take away the nightmares and he did. Then at the age of 9 she started with depression and suicidal tendencies due to some trauma in her childhood. At the age of 13 Alissa tried to run away from home and when she came back home her dad started crying and saying his baby was back. Those words from her father broke through a lie she had in her head that nobody loved her. That began a 6 year journey of healing. But in her twenties some other hardships caused her to doubt her relationship with God. God used a mother in the Lord to help Alissa walk through deliverance and ultimately began a 6 month healing process.
Walking Out Inner Healing (9:09)
Alissa shares how when she was first walking out her healing it was like she had lived her whole life in a prison cell and all of sudden she was experiencing life in a new way. It took the Spirit of God to set her free and give her a holy imagination of how he actually created her to be. She wants people to know is that God's healing isn't dependent upon our background.
Overcoming (14:58)
Alissa shares how because God transforms us from the inside out we ought to see others how God sees them even when it's difficult. So rather than saying someone is the way they are and they'll never change is not gospel. We have a divine responsibility to reach out and help others grow in the areas where they're weak.
Conflict Resolutions (20:24)
Alissa talks about how when we have an inner conflict with someone, rather than thinking it's someone else shortcoming and to roll past it, saying something immediately rather than dramatizing it or making a big deal out of it is powerful to deal to call others up to a higher way of living.
"Not For Me" Mantra (26:00)
Over the past 6 months Alissa has been working out with the Lord renouncing the inner lies or vows she's made with the enemy over the years that good things are not for her. A mentor encouraged her to keep proclaiming the truth over herself so Alissa chose to speak God's truth, "I am chosen and I am wanted" and she experienced breakthrough in a profound way.
Get In Touch
Want to get in touch with Alissa? You can connect with her at www.tcjhop.org or www.doorofhopeministries.org.
Julie Hamilton is a wife, a homeschool mom, an author, encourager and runs an incredibly successful photography business with her husband Damion in Napa, California. She joins the podcast today to share her faith story and share about what God put on her heart about using social media to impact 1 million women with simple tips on how to build a strong and healthy life in the Lord.
Testimony (1:50)
Julie is a Texas native shares how she's thankful to have been raised in the church her whole life, but it wasn't until she attended a youth event in California during her teen years that she went "all in" for authentically walking out her faith. That experience has laid the foundation for which the rest of her life was built upon; including staying in California to build a life there.
Life Builders (6:15)
Life Builders is a goal Julie has to encourage 1 Million people by the time she turns 50! It's all about equipping other to find the sweet spot of using the gifts and abilities they've been given by God and use them for a purpose that honors him.
Using Your Talents (12:00)
Julie talks about how so often women get caught in the trap of thinking that using their talents means they have to change the world or make a difference in thousands of lives or it's not valid or valuable. This is simply not the case.
Being Authentically You (16:30)
Authenticity frees others up to be themselves. When we share our struggles and let down our barriers it encourages others to say, "I'm struggling with this too." And then reach out for support.
Conversations With Other Women (20:03)
A lot of conversations Julie is having with others these days is about community and not being isolated. Connection and supporting one another seems to be at the top of the list. We can't do life alone. In fact, we're never the only one going through something.
Conversations With Other Women (25:03)
Julie talks about an amazing concept of "Mom's Adventure Day" where one day a month she puts a day on the family calendar where she gets out of the home by herself to go on an adventure whether it's in nature, to a movie or to do something she's been wanting to do.
Get In Touch
Want to get in touch with Julie? You can connect with Julie and all of her social channels via her website at www.lifebuilderswithjuliehamilton.com.
Kami Deboer is a pilot's wife, a teacher by trade and a mom of three boys she and her husband adopted internationally. On today's show she shares her story, some struggles and how the Lord has helped her overcome.
Testimony (2:39)
Kami shares how she's always known the Lord. After going through a miscarriage, losing 3 to embryo adoption and losing a domestic adoption she didn't want to live anymore and had plans to end her life. Eventually the Lord helped pull her out of the darkness.
Out of the Pit (6:00)
Kami talks about how finding someone else who understood what she was going through helped her through the struggle. She encourages other women to know that God isn't done with your story. Kami also talks about how friends who saw a need and came to her with a meal or to pray really aided her in crawling out of the pit and the loneliness.
The Blessing of Adoption (10:50)
Kami talks about how adopting her three boys is like seeing the gospel lived out loud in her living room every single day. She also gives tips on how to get support as you explore adoption.
Conversations With Other Women (16:30)
God has a plan for all of our lives; even for our children. Kami says the conversations she's having with women these days revolve around supporting one another through parenting.
Military Family Life (21:43)
Kami shares how being a military family is hard yet it's taught her to do things herself and not be afraid to reach out to others for help. She says she's had learn to rely on the Lord a lot and he helps her survive.
Get In Touch
If you’d like to get in touch with Kami, you can reach her on Facebook.
Emily Massey began writing short stories and poetry as a little girl, entered the blogging world in her early 20’s, and published her first book, Yielded in His Hands (eLectio Publishing) in 2015. After tirelessly trying to pursue a career as an actress, God intervened, changed her heart, and redirected her steps back to her passion for writing. She now enjoys freelance writing, while being a stay-at-home momma. She and her husband have served in many areas of ministry leadership over the years, including worship ministry, prayer ministry, drama ministry, children’s ministry, and student ministry. She loves to encourage others in their walk of faith through her writing ministry, as well as through leading women's Bible studies. Believing she has been forgiven of much, Emily loves much, and desires to point others to Jesus and His redemptive and transforming power!
Testimony (2:42)
Emily shares how her testimony has been a work in progress. As a child she knew of God but didn't have a personal relationship with him. During high school she attended a youth conference which was the first time she ever heard the gospel message. As her heart began racing she knew she needed to respond and found herself running up to the altar. Emily says she struggled with perfectionism her whole life which shaped her wrong view of God. She wasn't discipled and eventually the shame and guilt of promiscuity kept her from relationship with the Lord. Then one day after college graduation she and her mom decided to visit a church when she felt God welcoming her back home; changing the trajectory of her life.
Washed Clean (16:10)
Emily shares how if you feel unclean by current or past sin it's actually a good thing because that means Holy Spirit is bringing conviction. At that moment you have the opportunity to turn it over to God or stay trapped. That's why the Bible is so important, to remind ourselves of who we are in God.
Boldness In Christ (22:27)
Boldness is a work of God. We are called to be vessels for his glory. When we are yielded to him we can incline our ear to Holy Spirit. The results of stepping out and sharing about God is only a work of the Lord. It's not up to us what the result of stepping out in faith is.
A Year of Restoration (28:07)
Emily talks about her perspective of God was initially shaped by her broken relationship with her dad who struggled with alcoholism and sexual sin. Since she didn't have a strong relationship with him she sort of watched from the sidelines. Her father eventually got in with the wrong crowd and was shot, his body dragged across an abandoned building which was eventually set on fire. The only reason he was identified was because of metal plates he had in his body from a previous drunk driving accident. She had a choice to either stand on the rock of Jesus or let it ruin her. Thankfully she had people in her life who could help walk her through it. Since then she's seen beautiful restoration with her father's family.
Yielded In His Hands (38:34)
In Emily's book, Yielded In His Hands, she talks in great details about anxiety, fear and postpartum depression and getting to the root cause of some strange health symptoms.
Get In Touch
If you’d like to get in touch with Emily Massey you can reach her on Facebook or on her website.
Jessica Watt is a homeschooling mom to 4 kids who also owns a creative business. She loves to encourage women to chase their dreams while fulfilling God's call on their lives!
Testimony (1:21)
Jessica grew up in the church. It wasn't until high school though while at a retreat that a light bulb went on that she was made totally new and clean in Christ. She realized she could have a real relationship with Christ. Jessica found comfort in know the Lord as Abba Father!
Seasons of Transition (6:10)
Jessica shares how in the past year the Lord has been tugging at her to use her God-given creative gifts to serve him and to encourage women to grow closer with God.
Putting Family First (10:56)
Jessica gives insight on how she's learned to put family first. She says to seek the Lord first and then listen to him and the consequences of not obeying.
Homeschool Adventure (16:32)
Jessica talks about the dynamics of being a homeschool mom and a business owner. She believes it's so important for our kids to see that it's okay for their parents to dream.
The Importance of Community (24:00)
Having a community of others to speak truth into her life has helped Jessica stay afloat.
Listening To God's Voice (28:34)
Jessica shares some parting wisdom on using our God-given gifts to serve the Lord and bring him glory. She is willing to use any tool she can to talk about Jesus..
Get In Touch
If you'd like to get in touch with Jessica Watt you can reach her at www.facebook.com/asweetlifenc!
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie shares what the Lord showed her during a recent health scare that left her wondering if she'd ever podcast again. Hear how even in the midst of the trial the Lord showed her that death and life are in the tongue as Proverbs 18:21 tells us. There is no middle ground.
What words are you coming into agreement with. The promises of God or the lies of the enemy?
Listen and share this episode with someone who is in the midst of trial or tribulation who could also use some encouragement. And "May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word." 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
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Malaina Kirschner is a missionary currently serving in Marseille, France as she finishes her degree is in intercultural studies and Bible and theology. She works alongside Christian churches and ministries and building relationships there. I’ve brought Malaina on the show as a friend to share her testimony and how God has further opened her heart while living abroad.
Testimony (2:31)
Malaina grew up in a Christian home – her father being Catholic and her mother Lutheran. She was taught that truth comes from an ultimate creator, and through witnessing her brother’s testimony, started to move closer to God. She watched as her brother turned away from friends and activities that took him further away from God, and saw how he viewed God as our Father; a God that wants to walk beside us every day and have a personal relationship with us. The Holy Spirit infiltrated their entire family and they began to attend an interdenominational church with a vibrant group of teenagers and children all passionately following God and going on mission trips.
Missionary Work (17:49)
Malaina helps with ministries in Marseille and its surrounding towns, but she doesn’t do it alone. She is a part of a “Dream Team” composed of David, Nathan, Mandy, Cally and herself. They help form bonds with these churches and their communities while also teaching English to groups and one on one. Malaina has also started a snack time on Wednesday for anyone to come and visit the church, hoping it helps the community see the space as more than just a cathedral and the religion it houses – but more of a place to build relationships. To help develop a community that can come together to know each other and God more fully.
Adapting (25:54)
Malaina went into the internship with the mentality that she wasn’t going to try and make France the United States. Everyone on her team was called by God individually to go there, but now she sees His strategic planning on bringing this group together. She has had to rely more on others and become more vulnerable herself in the process. It’s shown her that a lot of her identity was wrapped up in the things she was doing for the Lord, instead of seeking that pure acceptance God offers all of us. She’s learned to accept that invitation and be okay with being in a season of growth, vulnerability, and learning.
Cross-Cultural Conversations (33:51)
One of the biggest conversations Malaina has had in France circles around the value of relationships – of how deep relationship is vital for us to grow with the Lord and stay connected through community. The Enemy finds it easier to attack us when we go it alone, and bonding to others seeking God’s word forms a barrier that’s much more difficult to penetrate.
Links
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God created Melissa Crossland to create. She is the owner of The Farmhouse Native, a homeschooling mother, and a voice of wisdom and encouragement to women and girls on their journey of seeking an identity with Christ. Let’s hear her story.
**Melissa's** **Testimony** **(****2:33****)**
Melissa grew up in a house that didn’t go to church, but even so, her faith journey began at the age of eight. Even that young she was intrigued be feeling God’s presence. As Melissa puts it, she could feel God “wooing” her. She would catch rides with neighbors to go to church or even hop on the elderly bus that would come by. These people were crucial in helping her get to church and further her relationship with God so that at the age of 11 she could be baptized. Her testimony goes to show that while she didn’t have the “head knowledge” of God Melissa certainly had the “heart knowledge” to understand that God wanted to be in the forefront of her life, that God would never abandon her, and that all God wanted was to live in her heart.
On Experiencing the Father’s Love (6:07)
Melissa had to overcome many circumstances that were beyond her control on her faith journey, one of those being an abusive father. She has a message for anyone who is stuck in the same place trying to experience a father’s love. That message is that who you are dealing with or what your circumstances and surroundings do not have to define you. They do not have to break you. She has found that often God uses us most when we are at our most broken, weakest, and vulnerable states. It’s through this that his love and compassion and mercy can truly shine if you accept His love into your heart.
Encouraging Women & Girls (12:47)
Helping young women establish their identity with Christ and come to know God better is a major calling in Melissa’s life. She recalls one moment of quiet time where the Lord clearly spoke to her, “I need you to be who you needed when you were younger for other women and girls.” She works to help open the eyes of women and girls to see themselves as God sees them – His word and His scripture is for absolutely everyone.
From One Extreme to Another(16:41)
In my own journey, I’ve found myself pushing back at times against the outward notions of health and earning certain things that businesses like mine promote. I noticed I began to change and try to fit into a mold, not because anyone else was putting pressure on me, but because of my own perception of myself and an unsure identity. So I swung to the other side of the spectrum saying things like, “Well I’m not going to do my hair!” Still, this isn’t what I needed either – but the swing between extremes is something Melissa sees young women struggling with as well. She tells women and girls that when you focus on your inner parts first your outer parts will start to benefit greatly as well. They are not separate.
Seasons of Rest (20:49)
Many of us like to go 90 miles an hour whether it building businesses, relationships, health or family. So when something like an injury, financial hurdle, or death comes along it can be jarring to all of a sudden seems like you’re not moving. But rest is one of God’s gifts to us – there are times where we need to have a quiet and still spirit to fully receive His truth. Melissa wants you to accept these periods in your life and listen. God has a plan for you, and you’ll miss it if you stay so focused on just doing you.
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On today's episode of She Walks In Truth I have a meaningful conversation with author and speaker Melanie Redd. She is a woman who loves to encourage, equip, train and motivate women in all areas of their lives. Melanie also has great skills in helping others with their businesses. She’s been trekking up the social media mountain and lifting up the name of Jesus as high as she can while doing it.
**Her Testimony**
Melanie was blessed to be brought up in a Christian home and can’t remember a time when she wasn’t in church. Of course, she had heard the name of God and went to Sunday School, but she didn’t yet have a personal relationship with Jesus. After hearing someone else’s testimony at the age of 11, she talked with her parents to solidify her relationship with Christ – wanting to ensure she could spend eternity in Heaven with Him. So, she let Jesus into her heart that night and started a complete change in her life.
How to Win Your Child’s Heart For Life
Melanie that many of her daughter’s friends, at the age of 18, really cut off their relationship with their parents. So Melanie asked some ladies that mentored her about this and they said, “You have to win the hearts of your children.” Specifically from an early age, so that they want to come and see you once they’re out of the nest. There are some guiding principles on how to do this especially during middle school and high school when these relationships can get strained. Melanie wrote the book to help parents not lose this connection.
If you haven’t set out to do this, don’t panic. Melanie believes you’re never too old to work on regaining trust with your children. You need to build a bridge with love and relating to them, not lectures and complaints. Meet them where they’re at and find a commonality with them. Melanie sees some parents focus on winning the battle, not the war. They may get their child to stop from getting a tattoo or going to one party, but there is so much anger and hurt caused that they start to lose their child’s heart. Take the helicopter view and see how you can form your relationship for life without worrying too much about how long their hair is or how late they are staying up.
Stepping Closer to the Savior
This is a guide Melanie wrote for new believers or those who have been in church but never sought to grow their faith. It’s written to not be “churchy” so anyone 12 and up could pick it up and use it. It’s a self-teaching book that can be used to help your own discipleship in sharing God’s word with others – whether it’s on the street, in your church, or at home with your spouse and children.
Stop and Rest
Another point Melanie highlights is how easy it is to get burned out in ministry. If you don’t take care of yourself, how can you expect to help others? A big message we would like to share with you is to make sure you stop and rest. Are you getting enough sleep? Are you exercising at all? Are you getting away from your kids for a bit and having date nights? Make sure you have a full cup, as it’s a surefire way to help share what blessings God has given you with others.
Links
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Amazon Author Page
In the final part of the Better Together series with Carrie Robaina, Celina Baginski and Teresa Ann we are going out with fireworks!!! That’s right, we're talking about marriage. All three of us open up about the things the Lord has taught us about our marriages and relationships at large. Whether you’re married or not, you’ll be able to glean some truth from our conversation so don’t miss out.
Teresa Ann will be the first to admit that she has a huge crush on her husband. I love what she said about love not being this onetime thing; it’s an emotion you should be feeling over and over again, just like God’s love is always there. How we live our marriage on earth is usually a reflection of our intimacy with God. And, of course, things aren’t always easy. Teresa Ann has heard wives say they don’t want to be “cheerleaders” for their husbands if they don’t feel like it 100%, that they’re afraid of faking it. But the parallel here is our relationship with Christ – there are days when we’re strained and hurting but choose to believe anyway. Does that mean we’re faking it then? No! Aligning your heart with God is the same for your relationships. Seeing your significant other as a fellow brother and sister of Christ totally changes the paradigm and can set the course for you to breathe life into your partner every day.
Celina and her husband started off as friends, dating other people. Over time they grew closer and one day Celina realized he had all the qualities she was looking for in a spouse—something she only noticed because she had written down these qualities in her journal. Looking back on their wedding video, Celina noticed the pastor (who they had only met just before the ceremony) talked about forgiveness. While that seemed like a joy-killer at first, a few years in now she has realized that it makes more sense. As you grow with someone, sharing a life, sharing stresses, there’s going to be conflict. What Celina finds herself going back to time and time again is forgiveness, 70 times 7. Focusing on that forgiveness and what is true and noble is her key to maintaining the health of her marriage.
Thank you for listening to our Better Together series. If you loved it and would like to see more series like this one, let me know! Please support Celina and Teresa Ann. Teresa Ann can be found at (LetsTalkStudio.com) and Celina’s can be found at (PearlsInBloom.com).
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In Part Three of the Better Together series, Celina Baginiski, Teresa Ann I open up the mic and talk about parenting. We all have kids of different ages and have learned all kinds of surprising things while raising them. You’ll hear Celina talk about how having her kids has been a catalyst for loving her husband more deeply. Teresa Ann goes in depth about removing the word “teenager” from our vocabularies and seeing them for what they really are; young adults.
Celina admits she had preconceived notions about boys when she was growing up, mainly because she was predominately raised around women. But after having her kids she began to realize how sensitive their hearts can be, and in turn, her husband's. But Celina is also a foster parent, something she also acknowledges as bringing her and her husband closer together because if you aren’t going to communicate and work together under the demanding circumstances, then it just isn’t going to work. She has seen firsthand how the gifts God has given her and her husband allow them to be there for their children in different ways. Of course, it’s not always easy. But the companionship Celina feels through her children have made her and her husband feel like they did when they were much younger—just hanging out and having a good time.
Teresa Ann knows that when the world labels something or someone a certain way, it can often be the work of the enemy himself. The initial reaction to hearing the word teenager is, "Yeah whatever. They’re going through changes and so I should just brush off who they are and what they have to say." But this silences their voices, and truly, we are all going through changes all the time. By viewing them as young adults and listening and yearning to understand them there is no way we can go about dishonoring who they are. When you treat them not as they are now, but who they will become, you also honor God’s heart and hope for them as well.
Next week I'll be back with Teresa and Celina for the final part of our Better Together series where we’ll be discussing marriage issues that we’ve all faced, so stay tuned, sister friends!
If you haven’t listened to the previous episode in this series, you can find it right here: Better Together: Part Two | Episode 041. In this series, Celina and Teresa share their journey together as paved by the singular love of God.
Want to get connected with Teresa and Celina? You can find them at LetsTalkStudio.com & PearlsInBloom.com!
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Women can have a tendency to downplay the gifts and abilities the Lord has bestowed them with. That’s why it is so incredible to see friends like Celina and Teresa Ann feed off of each other’s talents. In Part Two of the Better Together series I ask Celina and Teresa Ann about the conversations they are having with women today to encourage them, support them, and share God’s love and truth.
It’s not always easy to see yourself as God sees you. Celina was the one who stood up for Teresa Ann at school when she was teased for the way she looked. She knew Teresa Ann didn’t see herself in the way that God or herself did. Changing that perception can change so much about a person’s life – it’s like Teresa Ann came to understand to look at the cross not as being tied to our sin, but as a revelation of our value to God. When you can do that, you can start operating from a place of value instead of place of, “I have to do this or else.”
Our world is so performance driven that it can be an easy pitfall to believe the Lord is holding you to the same standards. But that is not the truth. This is the overall message for a Facebook group Teresa Ann and Celina are active in called Godly Chit Chat. Please check it out if you are needing support or have the courage to offer it as well.
Next week we will be back with Teresa Ann and Celina for Part 3 of our series where we’ll be discussing parenting issues that we’ve all faced... so stay tuned, sister friends!
If you haven’t listened to the previous episode in the Better Together series you can listen here! Together, Celina and Teresa share their journey together as paved by the singular love of God.
Want to get connected with Teresa and Selina? You can find them at LetsTalkStudio.com & PearlsInBloom.com !
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This episode of She Walks In Truth kicks off a four-part series with not just one, but two guests who share their testimonies. Teresa Ann is a previous guest and is the host of Let’s Talk with Teresa Ann on YouTube. In this series, her longtime friend Celina Baginski and amazing creative designer of Pearls in Bloom joins us for a three-way chit chat.
With these two together, I just know God is going to release something special for you in this episode.
Celina started her walk with God at a young age in a loving, but rocky home. She grew up believing that if bad things weren’t happening to her then God wasn’t testing her. Meaning God had either forgotten about her, or the bad things were coming soon. It wasn’t until her twenties that she began to question the paranoia and fear that she had as a basis with her relationship with God. She then found His love that would carry all the way through her first child and her battle with cancer. And through these struggles her friendship with Teresa stood as a steadfast monument to that love. Let their sisterhood inspire you to take step forward with faith first in you relationships with family, friends, and God.
If you haven’t listened to the previous episode with Teresa Ann, you can find it right here: Made New In Christ | Episode 014. It’s one of our most listened to episodes and for good reason. Her testimony shows her travels from a wayward daughter to being redeemed. Together, Selina and Teresa Ann share their journey together as paved by the singular love of God.
Want to get connected with Teresa and Selina? You can find them at LetsTalkStudio.com & PearlsInBloom.com !
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth Robin Carr, owner of Gospel In Jar, joins the show to share her faith story and how she began to find purpose in her work. Robin's biggest encouragement to women is to hit your knees and pray and listen to God because He will not fail you!
"We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure. This makes it clear that our great power is from God, not from ourselves." 2 Corinthians 4:7
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth we’re talking fear and busting through it. Did you know there are over 4,000 types of fear that can be operating as anxiety? God gave us the emotion of fear, or “fight or flight” to alert us to danger.
The kind of fear NOT given to us by God doesn’t protect but brings destruction. It manifests itself in ways like stress, anxiety, fear of tomorrow, fear of failure and fear of the unkown. On this episode, we have a conversation about how with God’s help we can overcome so that we can live in faith and see the word of God come to pass in our lives. “For God hath not given us a spirit of fear; but of power, and love and of sound mind” 2 Timothy 1:7
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth Kasey Childers from Living Your Season joins the show to share her faith journey and chit chat about the biggest issue she sees women struggle with today; fear-based anxiety. Kasey is dedicated to guiding women back to the the Cross so that they can move forward in living their lives with God at the center.
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina interviews Kailey Mattarella; a recent college grad who shares who faith journey and how she's learning to walk by faith. Kailey also shares impactful stories from sharing the gospel to folks the Lord has put in her path.
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina gives us a checklist for being a hope-filled people in a hostile world. As we take a look at God's word we find that the battle isn't necessarily "out there" but rather something that we must deal with within us. This episode is inspired by a sermon given by Pastor Kevin Dibbley with Waterbrooke Church.
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina shares about lessons we can learn from Moses as he went from resister to leader of the Exodus. If you are questioning your calling or the vision the Lord's given you, don't miss this episode!!!
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth Brianna Skinner shares her faith journey and how she came to know the Lord in the midst of uncertainty. Hear the story of how this young woman went from being a church-goer to an activate participant in relationship with Jesus Christ.
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth we're chatting about the stinkiness and messiness of life. It's two-fold. We explore how Jesus redeemed us from the messiness of our lives and also sends us out to help others in the midst of theirs. He modeled this for us during the time of his ministry here on earth.
Listen to this episode as we explore a familiar passage of scripture and how the Lord highlighted two very specific words that I had never before stood out. Join the conversation over in our Facebook community and be sure to sign up for the She Walks In Truth weekly newsletter for more encouragement over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth you and I have a heart to heart about turning our hurts into praise and blessing. I recently experienced a heart-hurt that caused me to go deep with Lord. In this episode, I share with you how even though you may be going through a trial or hurt in a relationship whether it be marriage, friendship, family, parent/child stuff, ministry-related or workplace, there's one thing that remains the same; the LORD.
I talk about 3 things I try my best to do when I experience a hurt and surprise! It has nothing to do with anyone else but my own heart. I share with you how I processed through my recent hurt and was able to turn it into praise and blessing.
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On this episode of She Walks In Truth I share with you what the Lord's been teaching me about walking into new territory as he's calling me into waters I've never been in before!! Listen to this episode and then continue the conversation over in our Facebook community and be sure to sign up for the She Walks In Truth weekly newsletter at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth I share with you myths about reaching the unreached and sharing the gospel. I also offer practical ways to write out your faith testimony so that when you're talking to someone you can share bits about what the Lord's done in your life as a way to encourage them in the Lord. Listen to this episode and then continue the conversation over in our Facebook communityand be sure to sign up for the She Walks In Truth weekly newsletter at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth I share with you stories from the mission field and practical ways to reach the unreached. Listen to this episode and then continue the conversation over in our Facebook communityand be sure to sign up for the She Walks In Truth weekly newsletter at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina interviews Stacy Myers of Humorous Homemaking. Stacy shares practical ways she approaches the Bible and life as well as her faith story. She can't remember a time in her life when she didn't know Jesus but that doesn't mean her life has been easy street. Listen to this episode and then continue the conversation over in our Facebook communityand be sure to sign up for the She Walks In Truth weekly newsletter at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie Robaina interviews author Rebecca Halton who shares her powerful redemption story after being involved in an extramarital affair. Rebecca has a passion for helping women break free from shame and guilt through the power of the gospel and living in right relationship with Jesus. This is not a topic many are willing to openly discuss and Rebecca has been courageous to step up and out to help other women. Listen to this episode and then continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth I share with you a story from the mission field and how meeting a young woman who sat alone on a park bench impacted my heart. Listen to this episode to hear how God may be calling you to reach the lonely and broken. Continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth I share with you attributes of Barnabas whose often called the "son encouragement." He spent his life and being one who would raise up the least of these into being effective disciples of Jesus. Take a listen to this episode about about Barnabas; a champion who championed champions! Continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth I share with you a lesson from the marketplace about navigating through unfamiliar territory. A recent experience on a flight to Canada left me second-guessing a place I know God was sending me to. Hear how the Lord helped me navigate it and how he might be guiding you too. Listen and continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews children's author and missionary with the International House of Prayer in Kansas City Nayomi Thomas. Raised across three continents and a small island in the Netherlands Antilles, she now has a broad view of life and a passion for living in the Word and encouraging others to do the same. Listen and then continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews Creative Entrepreneur and CEO of The Magic Brush, Inc Jennifer Allwood who shares her faith testimony and what the Lord's taught her along the way about motherhood, life and marriage. Listen and then continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews marketplace missionary Amanda Sandberg who shares her faith testimony and what the Lord's taught her about sharing her faith in every day life. Listen and then continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews artist Deborah Barce who shares her faith testimony about how the Lord wooed her to Himself beginning at a young age. Over the years he also used specific people as instruments in Deborah coming to know him as Messiah. Listen and then continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews Natural Health Practitioner Karen Stene Finch who shares her faith testimony and how over 30 years ago, as a young girl growing up on an organic farm in South Dakota, the Lord made it clear she'd grow up helping people through natural health. Karen also shares how the Lord has used this calling to also minister the Gospel to others. Listen and then continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews professional musician Tara Brueske who shares her faith journey and how God, in all his faithfulness, has met three major avenues of her life: men, money and music! Listen and then continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews Jessica Vaughn who is the owner of a successful online faith and fitness business and is also the author of two best-selling books, Know Your Worth and A Worthy Wife. Jessica shares her faith journey as well as obstacles from childhood that she carried into adulthood and how the Lord was faithful and helped her overcome them! Listen and then continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews Hannah Keeley host of the television series, "Hannah, Help Me!" and the Crazy Blessed podcast, the author of "Hannah Keeley's Total Mom Makeover," and the founder of Mom Mastery University. She has been seen on the Today show, Fox and Friends, TLC, and has been a frequent guest on The Rachael Ray Show, helping moms create better lives with her typical "no excuses" method. Listen shares her faith journey and insight that is sure to encourage to step out by faith into living an abundant life in Christ. Continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews Teresa Ann founder and host of "Let's Talk with Teresa" on YouTube. In this powerful episode, Teresa Ann shares her testimony of being made new in Christ after having been known as the wayward daughter. Listen and be blessed then continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews founder of She Does Grace, Jenny Taylor, who shares her testimony of friendship and keeping God in the marketplace. Listen and the continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie asks you a question that was asked of her. What would YOU tell your 21 year old self? Continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com/podcast.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews Annie Peguero who shares her courageous story of finding her birth. Annie recently found her birth family after going "LIVE" on FB and what transpired next reveals the hand of God on her life. Listen and the continue the conversation over at www.facebook.com/shewalksintruth.
On this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie shares insight about Mary and Martha from the context of the first century believers and what it means to sit at the feet of Jesus. Continue the conversation over at www.facebook.com/shewalksintruth.
In this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie's husband Ricardo joins the show to share his faith journey and chat about marriage and the Father's love. Whether you're single, married or dating this episode is for you! Continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com/podcast.
In this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie shares a message about seeking to serve when you'd rather play it safe and be comfortable. Continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com/podcast.
In this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews Pastor Teresa Ashkinazi with Freedom International Ministries who shares her faith story and the lessons God's taught her about "counting it all joy" in every season. Continue the conversation over at www.facebook.com/shewalksintruth.
In this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie shares lessons we can learn from The Fall about overcoming. Continue the conversation over at www.facebook.com/shewalksintruth.
In this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews Alexandra Mendizabal who shares her story of moving to a new country as a teenage and how not knowing anyone or the native tongue has taught her to walk in God's grace. Continue the conversation over at www.facebook.com/shewalksintruth.
In this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie interviews Gail Berger, founder of The Blessing House. Gail shares her faith journey through the decades. From a rebellious teen, to a wife, mother, grieving mother and widow, Gail shares how taking the narrow path with the Lord gives meaning to life. Continue the conversation over at www.facebook.com/shewalksintruth.
In this episode of She Walks In Truth Carrie takes a close look at the virtues of the Proverbs 31 woman. Continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com.
Listen in on this episode as Carrie shares about how to seek God and what the Bible says will happen when you do. If you need encouragement today list to this episode. You can carry on the conversation with Carrie on the blog at www.shewalksintruth.com.
In this episode Carrie Robaina shares the why behind the She Walks In Truth podcast was birthed. Continue the conversation over at www.shewalksintruth.com and be sure to subscribe to the list for a weekly does of encouragement.