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Embracing Abundant Life
by Dr. Avis Sparks
God is interested in every aspect of our lives and wants us well, equipped, and victorious in all of it. Inviting God into every aspect of our lives makes it more abundant. It is our responsibility to seek knowledge, wisdom, and invite Him into our experiences.
Episodes
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Intentional Gardener: Good Soil Good Seed Series
Intentional Gardener In this episode of Embracing Abundant Life Podcast, we discuss what it means to be called to be intentional spiritual gardeners—people who faithfully guard, nurture, and cultivate the hearts God has entrusted to them. Contact us at [email protected] for any inquiries...
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Tending the Garden
Good Soil, Good Seed Series "Tending the Garden" Then the Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to cultivate it and tend it. -Genesis 2:15 “Tending to Gardens”: God calls us to steward both our own hearts and the hearts of the children entrusted to our care. Hearts are like...
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Well Done : His Story Series
Well Done: His Story Series Matthew 25:21 Looking to God, not only as our Creator and Author, but alsoour Source and strength to walk out our purpose. We have been left on this earth after salvation so that we may do a good work for the Kingdom of God and hear, “Well done, thou good and faithful...
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Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made His Story Series “I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;Your works are wonderful—I know that full well.” —Psalm 139:14 We must remember that God did not haphazardly form us orrandomly place us on this earth during this time. We were created with...
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His Story
His Story God is more than our Creator; He is the Author of our lives, and we are doing ourselves a great service if we allow Him to narrate our stories. God formed His plans long ago with perfect faithfulness (Isaiah 25:1). And He reveals His foresight, care, and meticulous planning through...
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Guard Your Heart : God Cares Series
Guard Your Heart Proverbs 4:23 “Watch over your heart with all diligence, for from it flow the springs of life. It is important for us, on our mental health wellness journey, to remember to guard our hearts because what we allow to reside in and pass through them will influence how we choose to...
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Awareness: God Cares
Awareness Those in the Christian faith can be tempted to suppress or ignore their emotional or mental distress because they know about God, who heals, delivers, and comforts. But knowing a God who has solutions and answers to it all does not negate the fact that we experience hard things and...
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God Cares: Conflict
God Cares: Conflict May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we sat down withDr. Jaclyn Daniels to discuss conflict and how God uses it to transform and build us up if we let Him direct us in how to deal with it. Conflict is a dynamic that can create a great deal of mentaland emotional stress,...
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Shine Bright
Shine Bright God’s People shine because God first shone on them. Believers are redeemed to walk in that light and display God’s character (love, grace, mercy) so others can see Him and come to salvation through Christ. Believers are chosen and brought out of darkness to be living proof of God’s...
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God's Saving Grace
Grace is God’s loving initiative—He shines light into darkness and offers a relationship we did not earn. Like Cain, we can be tempted to offer substitutes(effort, sacrifice, religious activity) instead of the obedience and repentance that restore relationship and connection with God. Conviction…
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Repentant Soul
Repentant Soul Guest: Andrea Gatewood A Repentant Soul is one that longs, desires, and strives tostay God-facing, renouncing, resisting, laying down, and removing anything,person, situation, and temptation that would cause them to even drift 2 degreesfrom being in the Light. The Lord Jesus has...
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One Bad Apple
One Bad Apple Sin, when tolerated, rationalized, or ignored, will eventually corrupt the whole life. Walking in the light requires continual dependence on Christ. (1 Corinthians 5:6–7, Romans 12:3) God’s moral order cannot be bypassed, and actions produceconsequences—spiritually and practically....
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Perfect Storm with Sarah Nelson
Perfect Storm Sarah Nelson shares her journey of turning the storm that brought many unanswered questions and stressful situations into a testimony that brings hope and encouragement to the lives of others. She encourages us to recognize the stressful moments and acknowledge the weight of all…
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Journey to Healing
Kim Russell shares how she had to confront her fear and the past events to surrender to God’s healing. Then, we discuss her book Journey to ChiYah, a story of the woman's journey as she discovers what she needs to heal truly. Finally, Kim speaks of her revelations of her healing process and…
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Getting Unstuck with Sue Bowles
“Getting Unstuck.” (Trigger warning: this interview contains a conversation about childhood sexual assault, eating disorders, and grief.) As we go through life, disappointments, tragedy, pain, and unfair situations will stop us in our tracks. God doesn’t want us to discount or ignore what we have...
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Moving Forward
Moving Forward The number of upsets and struggles we face can discourage us from moving forward. However, we can have hope because God is faithful. So, move forward knowing God loves you. Guest Melissa Moore Christian writer, speaker, and podcast host Podcast: Faith Hope Love with Melissa Moore…
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Start Where You Are
The goals and dreams you have may seem daunting and even impossible. But you will never get there are see what is possible unless you start. The process will not always feel good, but the results are worth it. We are called to be good stewards of all the things God has given us. So whatever we…
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Butterfly Blueprint with Stephanie Miller
Butterfly Blueprint Many things in life will cause us to struggle and even halt. However, through self-reflection and surrender, we can find the beauty of leaning on a God who cares and can help us with the things facing. Transformation can be painful and uncomfortable, but it brings a new level…
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Take the Mask Off
Show Notes We do not need to wear a mask for God. The mask only hinders us from letting God help us deal with our real issues. God sees and wants to help us when we are hurting, hiding, and struggling. He loves you and wants to help you establish in your life hope and a future. So let’s take the...
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Don’t Stop with Tyler Feller
Tyler Feller pastor, author, podcast host https://www.tylerfeller.com/ Instagram @Tylerfeller Podcast: Don’t Stop Show Notes Our past situation and even our present circumstances do not dictate what is possible. When God gives you a glimpse of the possibility, don’t doubt let Him guide and…
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Soul Grit with Ann McNiece
Guest Ann Taylor Mc Niece, MA Family and Marriage Therapist http://www.soulgritresources.com FB and Instagram: @soulgritresources Soul Grit The ability to endure and overcome are not just born in us but developed. At times it takes digging a little deeper to find the root of the issue so that you...
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Adding Value
Guest Greg Whitfield "I want to add value to people's lives." Pastor of DP Nation located at 810 Division St, Biloxi, MS Website: www.summertakeover.com Social Media: FB @GregWWhitfield Insta: @eldergregwhitfield Show Notes When adding value to others, we may have to overcome fear and rejection....
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C’s of Wellness
Show Notes We maintain wellness and continue our healing and growth by staying anchored. Jesus lets us know that we cannot bear fruit, grow, or live an abundant life apart from Him. Connection is our source and key to wellness, and we nurture our connection with God the Father, the Son (Jesus...
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Let’s Talk
Our lives are gardens that we need to continue to cultivate and nurture. Nature (sin nature) is always trying to reclaim and claim new ground and our lives. We need to keep it in check. By repenting, learning, growing, transforming, and disciplining ourselves. We are responsible for the weeding,...
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Prepared
Show Notes The mercies of God are new every morning (Lamentations 3: 22-24), and we can prepare ourselves to walk in them. We can plan to approach the day from a victorious stance no matter what discomfort, disposition, deception, or disappointment we face. God has given us tools to help us deal...
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Influencer
"Influencer" Show Notes We are created to make an impact. We should not only care about nurturing our relationship with God but influencing others. Our lives and the things we share impact others. We should share seed and water with our friends, families, community, and the nation that helps them...
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Soul Care
Show Notes Our Soul is the essence of who we are and is the part of us that makes the discussion and processes our emotions. And as stewards of God's temple, we must take care of ourselves, not just the physical and the Spirit but our souls. We must understand that even in our role as created...
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Agenda
We are given the freedom to choose whose agenda we will line up our life up with. God allows Satan and His camp to pursue their agenda under His omniscience (all-aware, all-knowing) and omnipotence (all-powerful) rule. As humanity we must decide by whose agenda, we want to govern our lives.…
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The Cycle
"The Cycle" Thank you for joining us as we discuss "The Cycle." This topic brings about a lot of reflection. We pray that it helps equip and strengthens you to break some cycles in your life and encourages you to journey from glory to glory. Continue with us on our Healing journey as we tackle...
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The Struggle
“ The Struggle ” We have been created with a great purpose to grow in relationship with God and impact the world around us to enhance it and bring glory to God. Our objective is powerful, noble, and beautiful, but it doesn’t make it easy. As believers, we must embrace the struggle, stand our…
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Seed (Bonus) “Healing” Series
We must be willing to plant a seed to expect a harvest. Christ came to give us the means and way to an abundant life. It is our job to receive it and walk in it. We have to acknowledge the seeds that He has given us and embrace the way He wants to increase our lives. And the increase began when…
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Education: Catalyst to True Change
Education: Catalyst to True Change Practical Living Series When we want to be a catalyst of actual change, we must be willing to "Meet People where they are." Education is a door to opportunity, but it hard to encourage someone to walk through something difficult or low on the survival totem pole...
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Stress and Food
Practical Living Series Food can be the answer to many of our emotions. We use it to celebrate, commiserate, and even to pass the time. With the role that food plays in our lives, it is essential to take the time to take note of it. What are we putting in our bodies, and how is it contributing to...
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Household Finances
House Finances Episode 114 Practical Living Series Finances can be be daunting and stressful however managing it well is a part of being faithful with the many blessings we receive and an area we can not afford to ignore. When dealing with budgeting we must be honest with ourselves and be okay…
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Run Your Race
Thanks for continuing to join us for our “Practical Living” Series A race can seem daunting, especially if you haven’t prepared for it. We need to condition ourselves for the race of life that Paul talks about in Hebrews. Hebrews 12:1b-2 encourages us to “run with perseverance the race marked out...
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Growing in Purpose
This week on the Embracing Abundant Life podcast, we are talking about "Growing in Purpose" with Guest Taurus Smith. Does your purpose require growth? Yes, we are living beings, and God created us to go from glory to glory. That transition calls for development, transformation, growth. Don't let...
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Journey to Wellness
Most of us have want to be well and healthy mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Still, we can feel as if we lack the ability, confidence, or even desire to continue on the journey. In those moments, we have to be reminded that God cares about our desires and wants to help and...
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Legacy
We all leave a legacy, and it is beneficial to seek God on how to make yours a positive, impactful, and lasting one. Legacy is shared through more than words or money, but modeling our beliefs, principles, and character for others to see. Guest Mr. James and Mrs. Natasha King are native...
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Influence and Leadership
Leadership is not a title but the ability to influence those around us. Character and growth are crucial in the mission, and in those that follow, but it is also paramount in those who lead. Jesus showed us that a leadership position is more than accomplishing an agenda but serving and uplifting...
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Facing the Pain
We all face grief, trauma, and pain in various times and different levels in our lives and we can get beyond them with God. There can many obstacles to confronting our pain and healing, but there are also many healthy ways to cope and address those obstacles. Dr. Ken Regan is a counselor at...
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Faith and People
What does it looks like to love our neighbors as ourselves. Loving diversity and being a good neighbor to those around us is made even more difficult when we do not take the time to know or understand. Can following Jesus’ mandate be as simple as treating others as you want to be treated? Guest...
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Growth and Self-Reflection
Growth is an integral part of being alive and an active part of the Body of Christ. We must own who we are now to fully function how God is blessing us. We continue to grow and build from where we are not from where we were or want to be. Growth is work, however, it also takes place during times…
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Community and Justice
Community and Justice Guest Garien Gatewood, Program director of Illinois Justice Project, breaks do the layer of the justice system, the influence of economy in justice, and how one can go about making a difference in their local government and justice system. The justice system in this nation…
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Faith and Stewardship
God has placed many resource and responsibility in our lives to support the purpose and build vision and make an impact. We must walk in faith and diligence to manage our lives and visions well. Let’s pray for and nurture the character and people we will need to manage our blessing and vision...
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Faith and Mental Health Ep 103
We are more than physical and spiritual beings. We have a mind (soul) that processes all that is going on around us. This part of us shapes and determines how we view and handle life. God wants us to see to the care and wellness of it just as we do our physical and spiritual health. As believers,...
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Planning and Expectation Episode 102
As we put work toward our plans, in hope and with patience we wait for our harvest. Romans 8:25 “But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait eagerly for it with patience and composure. ASparkministries.com contact: [email protected]
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Purpose and Planning Episode 101
As you live and learn to share the burden of your life with Christ don’t lose hope and expectancy in His promises and help. Plan your life with God’s purposes for you in mind. God is interested in our lives and has a lot to say if we are willing to listen. Acknowledge Him so He can help guide and...
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God is interested in every aspect of our lives and wants us well, equipped, and victorious in all of it. Inviting God into every aspect of our lives makes it more abundant. It is our responsibility to seek knowledge, wisdom, and invite Him into our experiences.
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Dr. Avis Sparks
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