Episode #212 "Holiness Here (and Now!)" 1:1 w/Karen Stiller, Author, Holiness Here

In this Say Yes to Holiness 1:1 Conversation podcast, Christina speaks with Karen Stiller, author of 'Holiness Here'. In their conversation, they discuss the importance of holiness in everyday life. Karen shares her own faith journey and how she was inspired by her husband's commitment to holiness. She also emphasizes the need for honesty and transparency in our spiritual growth and encourages readers to believe in their own holiness. Karen suggests practical steps such as sitting in a room and affirming, 'I am holy', and being open to opportunities for acts of love and forgiveness. Finally, Karen also highlights the power of community and accountability in our journey towards holiness. Takeaways Holiness is not just for the 'perfect', but for everyone. We are called to participate in our own transformation and believe in our belovedness. Practical steps towards holiness include affirming our holiness, being open to acts of love and forgiveness, and growing through both love and hardship. Honesty and transparency are essential in our spiritual growth. Sharing our struggles and mistakes with others creates a space for growth and accountability. Reading spiritual books and engaging in spiritual practices can deepen our understanding of holiness and support our journey towards sanctity. Believing in our own holiness and embracing the journey of growth can bring meaning and purpose to our faith. Sound Bites "We want to change and we want to know that this life of faith is an adventure." "Holiness is transforming union with God." "We are holy, but then we get to do holy and then we will grow." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:00 Karen's Faith Journey and Vocation as a Writer 07:12 Redefining Holiness and Embracing the Journey 15:09 Discussing Holiness Differently to Propel Growth 23:04 Moving Beyond Messiness and Brokenness 26:50 Practical Steps Towards Holiness 29:38 The Power of Honesty and Accountability 35:10 Closing Remarks and Contact Information   To learn more about Karen and her work, go to: www.karenstiller.com