All Episodes - A Cup of Gratitude
An honest look at how gratitude can change absolutely everything. Interesting discussions and stories of finding gratitude even in the midst of life's difficulties. Everyday people sharing their extraordinary stories.
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Season 9 - Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude in Health and Restoration
This week I speak with Nicole Roth who empowers the “hard on herself” woman of God to live as a much-loved daughter: held, healed, and whole, and to restore from the damage done due to striving: over-functioning and over-serving. Wife to David of over 20 years, mom to 3 young adult daughters, an autoimmune warrior of 20 years, and former dietitian, Nicole is most at home in her kayak, out on a hiking trail with her dogs, in her hammock, or hanging out in her camper! The means Nicole uses to be a catalyst of change, healing, and growth include coaching, community, and courses plus in person nature adventures and retreats!Links:https://youtube.com/@sheabidesinjoyHer handle is: she abides in joy everywherefreebie: Abide artwork Https://nicoleroth.com/abidegift*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 9 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude in the Stories of God
This week, I speak with Anthony Hyslop, who was born in St. Clair, Michigan in 1986, moved to northern Idaho at the age of 7 with his family, was homeschooled, took his GED, and went into concrete flatwork, working for his father, and he has been doing that for the past 19 years. During that time he married his first love, Elizabeth in 2007. They have had 7 children, Clarence, Daphne, Dakota, Kirsten, Titus, Judah, and Caleb, the latter now living with the Lord. They have 15 chickens and a black cat named Rocky. Anthony loves Jesus, occasionally hunting, looking for antlers, snorkeling, going to the lake with the kids, going to the movies with his wife, and creating new stories and writing poetry from time to time. He believes all good things come from the Lord and be a good steward of what is given to you. You can check out some of his work and poetry on Facebook: Stories by Anthony Hyslop (@ahstories). Instagram: @ahpublishing. We look at his childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in his life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 9 - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude Sharing God's Love
This week, I speak with Dr. Ifeoma Samuel a trained Veterinarian from the University of Ibadan. She has a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Health (University of South Africa), Masters Degree in a Public Health (University of Roehampton, U.K) and currently a PhD researcher in Public Health at the University of South Africa. With a keen interest in children education, youth development and mental health. She has a Postgraduate Diploma in Education registered with TRCN. She is also a Cambridge certified Coordinated Sciences Teacher. Presently, she is the Head of Operations at Bryanston Academy. Dr Samuel is your down-to-earth Bible Study writer and speaker who is passionate about helping women grow in faith through the Word. She is host of the Annual Prudent Woman Retreat. She has written over 14 Bible Studies for women and children. She is happily married to her heart throb Obiora and together they are blessed with a daughter and a son. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!Standing Firm Retreat join now https://www.facebook.com/groups/1025357944935593/Youtube channel https://youtube.com/@ifeomasamuelFind her Bible Studies and Devotionals Books, which are available on Amazon.Notes for PodcastFB page https://www.facebook.com/ThePrudentWomanRetreatPrudent Woman Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/1025357944935593/Support for Teens ReDefined The Annual TEENS REDEFINED conference is 5 years this year!Aside from organizing school programs for teens, we commit to:Gifting Bibles.Yearly, we plan to reach about 200 local children through peer-to-peer evangelism. And give the children Bibles. Academic or skill acquisition sponsorships for Teenagers needing support. During the August conference week, we run teen evangelism led by the teens (teen to teen evangelism). We discuss relevant topics, too. Christmas Outreach Follow Teens ReDefined https://www.facebook.com/groups/171142524201623/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 9 - Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude in Faithful Stories
This week, I speak with Stacey Gittens, who was born in Australia to show business parents; Stacey performed on screen and on stage before becoming a schoolteacher, children’s author, and globetrotter. Now based in the UK as a Creative Consultant focusing on editing and design, Stacey enjoys collaborating with authors worldwide to create life-affirming and inclusive content. Committed to excellence with the belief that small changes are significant, Stacey goes the extra mile to transform projects into success stories. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode! https://faithfulstories.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 27 (Special Episode 5)
Welcome to the last special episode of the series! This week we hear a word from Dawn Ward who is an author, speaker, and biblical life coach. She is the founder of The Faith to Flourish, a ministry that equips women with addicted loved ones to break free from the cycle of addiction, reclaim their lives, and flourish in their faith. The Faith to Flourish also offers life-transforming insight, wisdom, and Christian guidance for all women, along with hope and support for those burdened and overwhelmed by life. Dawn is the author of the book From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children. She has also co-authored the book, Still Standing After All the Tears Workbook: Faith in the Battle Edition and a contributing author for the devotionals Butterfly Living: Life Changing Stories and Shepherd on Duty. Dawn has been married to her husband, Steve, for over forty years and is a mom to three adult children. Her passion is to help all women grow in their faith as they learn to better understand and apply the Bible to their lives. Connect with Dawn at The Faith to Flourish on most social media platforms. Then we end our special episode with a song by Tyler Logsdon, who says He is still just a small-town guy who loves the Lord Jesus and wants to make Him known to the world. There's only one place in the whole Bible that talks about Jesus' heart, and it's in Matthew 11:29 when He says, "Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls." Tyler’s only mission is to help people understand the gospel through ministering Jesus' heart to theirs. You don’t want to miss this encouraging episode!HTTPS://www.thefaithtoflourish.comHTTPS://www.Facebook.com/thefaithtoflourishHTTPS://www.instagram.com/thefaithtoflourishbloghttps://www.instagram.com/dawnr.wardHTTPS://www.Twitter.com/faithtoflourishhttps://www.youtube.com/@thefaithtoflourishwithdawnwardhttp://linkedin.com/in/dawn-ward-93975b266
Season 8 - Episode 26 (Special Episode 4)
Welcome to Special Episode #4 of our Christmas Break Series. This week, we have a word from Sherri DeWalt, who has been dedicated to connecting, encouraging, and teaching women to grow in their relationship with God and others for over twenty years. Her home, where she welcomes friends and family alike, is a hub of shared life, conversation and celebration. Sherri recently published her first book, "Let's Huddle - friends, faith and fun at the table," a guide for Christian women to host gatherings and create meaningful community, so that friendship can flourish and faith can take root or deepen. It includes discussions on topics such as beauty, awe, and gratitude, as well as instructions for fun, creative projects. Passionate about justice and humanitarian issues, Sherri is an attorney and founding board member of Chariots for Hope. Chariots provided long-term physical and emotion care, as well as education and Christian discipleship, to over 850 children in 8 communities in Kenya.Learn more about Sherri, the book, Huddles, and Chariots...www.sherridewalt.comwww.rookeryresources.comwww.amazon.com/author/sherridewaltwww.chariotsforhope.orgsherridewalt@rocketmail.comSong by Laurel Taylor, who is an award-winning artist, female producer, singer/songwriter, and trailblazer in the emerging Country Trap genre. Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, Laurel moved to Nashville at just eighteen, immersing herself in the music scene for twelve years. From performing on American Idol to touring across the country, Laurel's music spans country, pop, and CCM. Now, she’s making waves as the first female artist to embrace Country Trap, blending her soulful country roots with the cutting-edge sounds of trap beats. Laurel is also a signed artist with Real Fun Records. Laurel is performing and producing her tracks, carving out a unique sound that blends country storytelling with energetic trap beats. Laurel’s fresh production style sets her apart as a multi-talented force, controlling the creative direction of her new sound from start to finish. Laurel is deeply involved in prison ministry through non-profits like The Beat of Life, Project Prison Music, and Freedom Echoes. She collaborates with inmates nationwide, writing music with them and performing for them. Her country single "Old House" has greatly influenced these communities, being requested in every facility and county. Don't miss this gift from me to you for Christmas!
Season 8 - Episode 25 (Special Episode 3)
Welcome to our special episode #3 of the Christmas Break series. This week we here a word from Heather Jeffery who is a Christian writer and certified mental health coach. She is passionate about empowering women with Biblical truth as they link arms to seek clarity specializing in emotional and spiritual abuse as well as healing through divorce. Heather believes our stories have purpose and are meant to be shared to encourage others just as we are encouraged by those in the Bible. She lives in Maryland with her two teenage daughters and works as a physical therapist. She enjoys spending time outdoors, especially near the water. You can receive truth-filled encouragement by subscribing at heatherjeffery.com and following her writing on Instagram @straightenyourcrown.1.We end the episode with an incredible song from Laurel Taylor, an award-winning artist, female producer, singer/songwriter, and trailblazer in the emerging Country Trap genre. Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, Laurel moved to Nashville at just eighteen, immersing herself in the music scene for twelve years. From performing on American Idol to touring across the country, Laurel's music spans country, pop, and CCM. Now, she’s making waves as the first female artist to embrace Country Trap, blending her soulful country roots with the cutting-edge sounds of trap beats. Laurel is also a signed artist with Real Fun Records. Laurel is performing and producing her tracks, carving out a unique sound that blends country storytelling with energetic trap beats. Laurel’s fresh production style sets her apart as a multi-talented force, controlling the creative direction of her new sound from start to finish. Laurel is deeply involved in prison ministry through non-profits like The Beat of Life, Project Prison Music, and Freedom Echoes. She collaborates with inmates nationwide, writing music with them and performing for them. Her country single "Old House" has become a huge influence in these communities, being requested in every facility and county. "Old House" was also featured on the Nashville Sign billboard, further solidifying its impact. Laurel has shared stages with some of the biggest names across multiple genres, including Jelly Roll, We The Kingdom, Lauren Daigle, Blessing Offor, Jeffery Steele, Iggy Azalea, Big Daddy Weave, Ben Fuller, Fall Out Boy, Jason Crabb, Diamond Rio and more. Laurel is currently a topliner for TV and film, blending her songwriting talents with visual media. Her production skills and unique sound continue to push creative boundaries with each new release.WWW.LAURELTAYLORMUSIC.COMSOCIALS: @LAURELTAYLOROFFICIAL
Season 8 - Episode 24 (Special Episode 2)
Welcome to our special episode #2 where we get a word from my amazing friend Tracey Breinich. She works part-time at her church as the Preschool Assistant after being a stay-at-home Mom for 15 years. She has used her teaching degree within the classroom, at a health store, as well as with her own children. She is a wife of 22 years and Mom of 3 children; ages 20, 16, and 6. The Lord has shown favor and humor in she and her husband’s lives with these blessings. She loves to share who Jesus is with others over coffee, in a classroom, online, and through writing. She became a functional health advocate when her oldest son was born in 2003. She loves to dig into research on holistic health particularly for children. Tracey is working on her 1st book geared towards teens and women in their 20’s. She enjoys vacations with her family as they try to spend time in different parts of the country to soak in God’s creation. And we will hear an incredible song form my friend Tyler who says: I’m still just a small-town guy who loves the Lord Jesus and wants to make Him known to the world. There’s only one place in the whole Bible that talks about Jesus’ heart and it’s in Matthew 11:29 when He says, “Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” My only mission is to help people understand the gospel through ministering Jesus’ heart to theirs. I can’t wait to share this with you! https://www.facebook.com/tracey.kinsleybreinich?mibextid=LQQJ4dtraceybreinich26@gmail- Website: https://www.tlogmusic.com/- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tlogmusic- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tlogmusic_/
Season - Episode 23 (Special Episode 1)
Welcome to our first of five special episodes for December. Between Seasons, we will hear from amazing guests. Mary Rooney Armand loves to write inspiring and faith-based stories focused on helping others grow in their intimacy with Christ. She is an Author, Speaker, and Creator of the faith-based blog ButterflyLiving.org. Mary’s work is featured on CrossMap, Woman of Noble Character, Pray with Confidence, Sunday God Meets Monday Mom, Steady On, and other sites. She is a regular contributor on CrossMap. Mary is the author of the Bible Study, “Identity, Understanding, and Accepting Who I Am in Christ” and the devotional “Life Changing Stories”, a collaboration with 34 authors sharing stories of God’s faithfulness.To receive a printable word for the year guide in your inbox visit https://www.subscribepage.com/butterflylivingMore places to read ButterflyLiving’s stories about a transformed life in Christ:www.facebook.com/bfl2022www.instagram.com/butterflyliving_www.twitter.com/maryrarmandwww.linkedin.com/in/maryrooneyarmandwww.butterflyliving.orgErica Renee Mckinney, Singer/Songwriter and Recording Artist from the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. The Mountian Native deeply respects her Mountian harriateage and loves music close to her roots. Erica grew up all around rootsy music her whole life but never pursued a career in music until later in life when she decided to close down her very successful hair business of 16 years to pursue a music career. Recording from her in-home studio in 2019 after closing out the hair business earlier that year as an independent artist, she released her first full-length Album, “Come Praise the Lord,” in the Christian music genre with her first music video to promote her single “Come Praise The Lord” Flying to Fort Worth TX. With TenFourFilms early 2021 and released the single and Album late fall of 2021. The North Carolina Native recently recorded in Nashville at “Wei Rock” a new single titled “Overwhelmed,” followed by seven more songs, all surrounding her life lessons with overwhelm, burnout, healing, and finding your true identity and calling, which took place during the closing of her salon. Her passions include teaching others how to heal, recognizing and identifying the root, and strategically putting solutions in place for full recovery and longevity to prevent relapse with burnout.
Season 8 - Episode 22 - Finding Gratitude Being Unabashedly You
This week, I speak with Rechelle Conde-Nau, a podcaster/blogger who created Unabashed You "because you're already good enough.” Other roles she’s enjoyed: elementary school teacher (5th grade is the best!), director for children’s performing arts programs (creating, mentoring, celebrating – so fulfilling), author of Standing Tall: A Collection of Hope (after the death of her infant son with lots of gifts after loss). In addition to being a teacher, Rechelle is a servant-leader – any role/opportunity that encourages. She aspires to inspire. UY has been heard in over 90 countries, with over 150 guests sharing who they are: their wisdom, challenges, and how they continue to overcome. Extraordinary, everyday people like you and me. Each one of us matters. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!Websitehttps://unabashedyou.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/unabashedyou/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/unabashedyou/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 21 - Finding Gratitude One Step at a time
This week, I speak with Carrie Watts, who lives in Brandon, Mississippi. Her favorite time of day is early morning, enjoying quiet moments with God’s word, writing in her prayer journal, sipping on coffee, and capturing the beauty of the sunrise. Writing a book is a new adventure for Carrie, one she welcomes in the second half of her life. Although her degree is in nursing, her husband’s Air Force career led them to move frequently, which allowed her to focus on raising their three boys. She enjoys volunteering at church in women’s ministry and spiritual counseling. She facilitates a small group of ladies studying the Bible in her home. Carrie’s passion is to help women heal and step confidently into God’s purpose and plan for their lives. Her debut YA Christian fiction novel, Crisis of Faith, will be released this week. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life - You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsahttp://Www.carriewatts.comhttps://a.co/d/4Dt0DxQ
Season 8 - Episode 20 - Finding Gratitude Moving Forward
This week I speak with Lori Vober, who suffered a hemorrhagic stroke at age twenty-nine, and then developed epilepsy from the stroke. She is a survivor, overcomer, connector, and passionate about sharing hope with others. With the right perspective, attitude, and perseverance, we can stay unstuck and keep moving forward. Even with her difficulties, Lori and her husband, Dainis, were able to become adoptive parents to a sibling group of three. Lori’s journey and books can be found at www.lorivober.com. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 19 - Finding Gratitude Leading Hearts to God
This week I speak with Amber Weigand-Buckley who navigates bipolar disorder while embracing her best life. She is the podcast co-host of Coffee Chat with Amber & Lisa (on all podcast platforms) as well as the author of the award winning book Leading Ladies: Discover Your God-Grown Strategy for Success and the companion Leading Ladies: Discovery and Next Steps Creative Journal with Lisa Burris Burns. They join over 30 women of diverse backgrounds, ages, and walks of life to redefine what leadership looks like in God’s marketplace. Find out more at www.LeadingLadies.Life. Amber has two grown daughters, Saffron, Imogen, and one teen Penelope, with Philip, her British hubby of almost 30 years, two Great Pyrenees pups—Stanley and Stuart, and a zoo of exotic pets. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude Encouraging Others
This week, I speak with Mathana Senthilnathan, an esteemed Christian life coach and author. Her journey began in Sri Lanka, where she was born and raised until the age of 11. Due to the civil war in Sri Lanka during the 1980s, her family relocated to North America in search of a safer environment and better opportunities. Originally raised in a Hindu household, Mathana discovered the transformative love of Christ at the age of 16, following her parents' divorce. Embracing Christianity has been the most pivotal decision of her life, providing her with the strength and resilience to overcome the challenges of her youth. Today, Mathana dedicates herself to ministering, encouraging, and empowering women of all ages through her life coaching sessions. She uses the Word of God and His promises to guide those facing their own trials. Mathana firmly believes that every individual can live a victorious life by maintaining a close relationship with God and understanding their true identity in Christ.https://www.instagram.com/god.is.grace/profilecard/?igsh=MWRpc2M5YnR1em9mNQ==Daughter of the Kinghttps://a.co/d/59sxBuu*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 17 - Finding Gratitude Being Brave-Hearted
This week, I speak with Dawn Damon, who is an Ordained Minister, Conference Speaker, Coach, Podcaster, and Author of 6 award-winning books, including “When a Woman You Love Was Abused, published by Kregel Publications, and“The Freedom Challenge: 60 Days to Untie the Cords that Bind You, Redemption Press,” and her most recent, Selah Award finalist…“The Making of a BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence, and Vision in Midlife.” Dawn is the founder and CEO The BraveHearted Woman, and BraveHearted YOUniveristy, a coaching enterprise designed to awaken the God-given vision of women and equip them to live an extraordinary life. Dawn and her husband, Paul Damon, reside in the Rockford, MI, area and have a full family of 5 children, 12 grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of God in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!www.braveheartedwoman.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude Loving wisely
This week I speak with Pam Farrel. She and her husband Bill are relationship experts, international speakers, and Directors of Love-Wise. They have been married and in ministry for 36 years.Bill has experience as Youth, Small Groups and Lead Pastor; Pam as Director of Women’s Ministry; They have written 44 books including best-selling Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti , Red Hot Monogamy and their 10 Best Decisions series (for couples, singles, parents, grads, leaders, men and women).Their books have been translated into 15 languages. They have spoken for a wide variety of groups: overseas for missions or governments; In the USA and Canada for churches, conference centers community groups as well as the military and businesses. Their wit and wisdom make them popular speakers and radio/TV guests (Moody network, Family Life Today, Focus on the Family, Dr. Dobson’s radio, and most TV networks.) They enjoy time with their grown children, their spouses and young grandchildren, and when they are not working you will find them on the beach or sailing. www.Love-Wise.com. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this incredible episode!www.love-wise.com*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude in the Astounding Truths of the Bible
This week, I speak with author Annie Weber, who is known for her bold and uncompromising approach to sharing God's Word. She lives with a keen awareness of how the Truth of Scripture has led her to put her faith in Christ. Annie is a wellness enthusiast and adventure seeker, wife to Bryan, and mom to Lucy, Luke, Lily, and Levi. She enjoys beach time, fitness, photography, snorkeling, hosting parties, making people laugh, and exercising her social skills. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!Website: Discover a transformative journey through the Bible with a side of humor (astoundingtruths.com) Instagram:@astounding.truths Facebook:@annie.weber.54 *Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude in the "Write Choices"
This week, I speak with Martha Bolton, who is an Emmy-nominated writer and the author of 89 books, including the award-winning Dear Bob... Bob Hope's Wartime Correspondence with the GIs of WW2. She is also the playwright for Blue Gate Musicals and was a writer for comedian Phyllis Diller and The Lockhorns cartoons. Her newest book, co-written with New York Times bestselling author Wanda Brunstetter, will be released in January 2025. We look from her childhood to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this incredible episode! https://www.marthabolton.com/?*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 13 - Finding Gratitude in a Healthy Life
This week I speak with Tracey Breinich. She works part-time at her church as the Preschool Assistant after being a stay-at-home Mom for 15 years. She has used her teaching degree in the classroom, at a health store, as well as with her own children. She is a wife of 22 years and a Mom of 3 children, ages 20, 16, and 6. The Lord has shown favor and humor in she and her husband’s lives with these blessings. She loves to share who Jesus is with others over coffee, in a classroom, online, and through writing. She became a functional health advocate when her oldest son was born in 2003. She loves to dig into research on holistic health, particularly for children. Tracey is working on her 1st book geared towards teens and women in their 20s. She enjoys vacations with her family as they try to spend time in different parts of the country to soak in God’s creation. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!https://www.facebook.com/tracey.kinsleybreinich?mibextid=LQQJ4dtraceybreinich26@gmail.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude Encouraging Others
I speak with Jordan Gatewood, a.k.a Jwoodz, a rap artist based out of Dallas-Fort Worth. His music embodies the sound of hip-hop from new wave flows, to the essence of lyrical flavor from historic artists. This gifting makes him phenomenally versatile. Jwoodz’s high energy creates an electrifying atmosphere at live shows and on record. He strives to use the art of music to reach the lost, encourage and inspire listeners. Jwoodz's mission is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and nothing more. We look at his childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in his life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!www. linktr.ee/jwoodzmuzic*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 11 - Finding Gratitude in God's Grace
Today, I am speaking with Robin Gerblick. She was born out of brokenness, delivered by destiny, and has grown into God’s grace. Robin is a Teacher, award-winning author, communicator, inspiration influencer, lover of life and the living water. She is the founder and visionary of Exodus women's retreat, focusing on Faith, Fitness, and Freedom. A pro-life advocate and speaker for Living Hope Dream Centers, she has also served as a Stonecroft Ministries speaker over the past decade. Robin is an award-winning author for her contributions to three anthologies, she has written numerous magazine articles, and is an active member of the Proverbs 31 Compel Writers Group and Word Weavers International. She and her husband of thirty years split their time between the Arizona desert and the mountains of Idaho. She is Mom to their most amazing, adopted daughter from foster care, dog momma to two, and Grammy to her two precious grands. You will often find Robin and her husband on a motorcycle or back-country airplane looking for their next adventure. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! www.robingerblick.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 10 - finding Gratitude on the journey to Mental Wellness
This week, I speak with Megan Wilczek, who grew up in rural Wisconsin, where she was always known as the quiet girl with a book in her hands. Now, Megan is working on her lifelong dream of becoming the author of her very own book. Out of her struggle with trauma and mental health, she created the Jordan Crossings Blog to empower those who are healing and educate Christians on how to minister to those who are hurting. She is a counselor in training at Liberty University, a fire wife, and an adoptive mom. She also serves in recovery ministry at her local church. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!To learn more about embracing your faith in the journey to mental wellness, you can follow her at: www.jordancrossings.org,www.facebook.com/jordancrossingsbymeganjean,www.instagram.com/jordancrossingsbymeganjean*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude as We Grow
Doralyn Moore has a Master of Education degree from the University of Toronto and over thirty-years’ experience in social services, working with diverse populations. This familiarity with people from various walks of life informs the storylines of her books. She has also been involved for many years in Christian ministry, both as a home group leader and as a lay pastor. Doralyn hopes the journey of the characters in her books encourages readers to consider seriously the life-changing news of salvation through Jesus Christ. Doralyn lives in a small community 150 kilometers east of Toronto. Her husband, Carey passed away in September 2022. Her two sons are married and she has five beautiful grandchildren. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!www.doralynmoore.ca*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude in Whatever Comes Our Way
This week I speak with Sami Cone, a communications specialist who hosts her own 30-minute TV show in Nashville while also teaching public speaking at the university level. Her intuitive interview style is her superpower. She is a blogger, best-selling author, and entrepreneur who has made a living in the online space for almost two decades. Sami is a soon-to-be empty-nest mom of two teenagers in Music City, but her passion for all Chicago and UNC sports transcends where she happens to call home. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!Www. samicone.com*ThemeMusic “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude by Choosing Joy
This week, I speak with Season Bowers. She is a pastor, radio host, author, speaker, and Joy Bringer! After spending over 30 years as a professional performer on the stage, the Lord called her into full-time ministry. Season is passionate about proclaiming the good news that brings great joy in any way she can, whether on the radio, through her first published book, The Joy Bringer Challenge, or speaking to groups large and small all around the country. Everything is her favorite, but one of her newest favs is hosting guests in her two Airbnb homes as she and her husband are living their best nomadic life, traveling and living in many places at once. She has her Masters of Divinity from Bethel Seminary. Season dreams big and prays even bigger. With big faith, She and her husband Kris are always ready with a yes to whatever and wherever the Holy Spirit leads. While full of life and joy, she also is almost always full of iced tea. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life - You won’t want to miss this Spirit-led conversation!Www.seasonbowers.com*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude Starting Again
This week I speak with Jasman and Juanita Rolle. Jasman is a christian creative coach with a heart to see others excel in their areas of giftedness. He is a graduate of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, with a degree in Music Marketing. Jasman is an international-award-winning songwriter, and has worked in a number of capacities within the Music industry. Jasman is the founder of Purposed 365 and Higher Level Agency. Jasman and his amazing wife Juanita are blessed with 7 wonderful children. Juanita is an author, speaker, vocalist, and life coach. She is a woman working in her purpose. As CEO and founder of Beautiful Inside and Out LLC and the BIO women's conference, Juanita has been poised to teach, train, and coach women in the Art of saying Yes to God so that they can make a meaningful impact in the world using their gifts and talents. She has more recently offered her knowledge and expertise to women in the area of marital relationships by launching “The Wife Life Coach podcast.” She is excited to be of service in an area that she says is underserved. When Juanita is not coaching or speaking, you can find her on stage with her family group, The Bomparts, as seen on Nickelodeon’s Americas Most Musical family. When she’s not on stage, Juanita enjoys relishing new experiences and exploring great adventures with her amazing husband, Jasman, and their 7 beautiful children. Juanita has a heart for widows and the fatherless and thus has founded a nonprofit organization, The Elijah Project, to help educate and equip widows with resources that give them support so they may thrive using their God-given gifts and talents. @IPOPCreativesIn Purpose On Purpose Creatives workshop on August 15th In Franklin TN@Beautifuliocoachingwww.beautifuliocoaching.com@wifelifecoachpodcastwww.thewifelifecoach.comThe Blended Purposed Podcast😊http://www.theelijahproject.org/Www.purposed365.com *Theme Music “BLessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude for the Beauty We Have in Jesus
This week I am speaking with Dr. Chizobam Idahosa who is a wife, mother to three beautiful girls, and a dentist specialized in oral medicine, orofacial pain, and lifestyle medicine. At the core of her identity, she sees herself as a child of the Most-High God and a servant of Christ Jesus. Chizobam is passionate about studying, meditating, and teaching the Word. In 2015, she founded Beautiful in Jesus, a Christian ministry born from her journey toward inward beauty and maturity through the Word of God. Beautiful in Jesus equips believers with practical truth from the Word so they can know God more intimately and walk in step with the Holy Spirit as God transforms them into the image of Christ. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! https://www.oralmedicinespecialist.com/ Website: https://beautifulinjesus.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/beautifulinjesus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautifulinjesus/ Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/beautifulinjesuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beautifulinjesusLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulinjesus*Theme Musci “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude Seeking God's Truth
This week, I speak with Jana MacCarrie Fraley, who is a Christian writer, speaker, ranch wife, and mom. Her heart’s passion is discipling and encouraging women as they pursue an active and enduring faith in Jesus by seeking God’s truth through His Word, developing a biblical worldview, and finding contentment through their hope in Christ. She has collaborated on two devotional books, Tapestry of Grace and Life-Changing Stories, and created and wrote The Truth Journal, A 30-Day Guided Journal to Combat the Lies of the Enemy With the Truth of God’s Word. Jana has also written for various other print and online publications, including The Kindred Mom, Living By Design, The Joyful Life Magazine, The Brave Woman Series, The Heartbreak to Strength Series, and Faith Storytellers. She writes with her family’s Wyoming ranch as the backdrop, where she and her husband, Mike, have made a life together raising cattle and their two children, Hannah and Kade. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode.Website: https://www.rusticandredeemed.comFacebook https://www.facebook.com/janamaccarrieInstagram https://www.instagram.com/rusticandredeemed/Twitter https://twitter.com/JanaMFraleyTheme Song “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude Shedding Your Shame
This week I speak with Tess Scott, a Christian speaker, an award-winning author, and a former black sheep turned “Jesus Girl.” With humor and vulnerability, this Canadian mom of 8 has lived through multiple divorces, married her husband twice, and raised a whole brood of boys, which only goes to prove God is full of grace and mercy. Now, Tess is on a mission to help other women with messy stories to shed their shame by teaching them who they are in Christ so they can embrace the power of God in their imperfect lives. She’s been featured on podcasts and many (live) stages throughout Canada and the US, encouraging women and making them laugh until they pee just a little. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the thread of God working in her life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!Tess’s website: Home - Listen, sister... (tessscott.com) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/listensistertessscott Insta: Listen Sister Encouragement (@listensister_encouragement) • Instagram photos and videos Linked In Tess Scott | LinkedIn Click HERE 👉For this fun and printable PDF: Top 10 Signs Your Life is a Freakshow: https://tessscott.com/freakshow *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude in the Fruit of the Spirit
This week, I speak with Beth Read, a native of the Chicago suburbs whose roots now run deep in Grand Rapids, MI. She lives there with her husband, Kevin, of 19 years, their 4 kids, ages 13, 11, 8, and 6, and their 2 dogs Cookie and Jasmine. Beth's career as a nurse practitioner unexpectedly turned into a gig as a stay-at-home mom after the birth of their first child. She owns HeartWriters, a Christian company with a mission to "help grownups raise kids who live and love like Jesus." In this podcast, Beth will share how God led her down a long, winding path to discover her true identity and led to the birth of HeartWriters' first product, Fruit of the Family. We look from her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!You can find her at:www.heartwriters.orgInstagram- www.instagram.com/fruitofthefamilyFacebook-www.facebook.com/fruitofthefamilyTikTok-www.tiktok.com/fruitofthefamilyAmazon-https://www.amazon.com/HeartWriters-Fruit-Family-Activity-Set/dp/B0BVN7N99B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1G83YWBZ39CYM&keywords=heart+writers+fruit+of+the+family+activity+set&qid=1702405852&sprefix=heartwriters+fruit+of+the+family+activity+set%2Caps%2C390&sr=8-1*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 8 - Episode 1 - Grateful for Finding True North
This week I speak with Dianne Beck. She spent much of her career teaching students ranging from Kindergarten through adult before achieving her dream of publishing her first novel, Sticks and Stones. She recently published Finding True North and serves part time as a high school youth director at her church. She hopes young people and adults can find faith and strength in her stories. When not writing or reading a good book, she savors every moment possible with family and friends, and loves a good steaming cup of coffee or tea. We look at her childhood to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode! www.diannebeck.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 7 - Special Episode #4 (Episode 26)
Welcome to the final episode of the Summer Break Series Snap-shot Edition. I cannot believe what an amazing Series this has been. If you haven't had a chance to listen to them all, go back and start on special episode #1. I tell you, these are so encouraging and inspiring! God gave me the idea to discuss with people about the new things that he's doing in their lives, and boy, is God working overtime. I'm particularly excited to share something new God is doing in my life this week. This wasn't my original plan. My original plan was to share four different friends and have them come back on the podcast and share their new things, but one of them could not do it. Because of that, I returned to prayer, asking God who I should ask. To my surprise, God responded, 'I'm doing some new things in your life; why don't you share?' I agreed, thinking it might encourage our regular listeners to hear about the new things God was doing in my life. Little did I know, the incredible new thing He was about to do was just around the corner. This week, you'll hear the newest miraculous story God wrote in my life. He sent me on an adventure, stringing new things to new things. God completely changed the trajectory of my life step by step, obedience by obedience, blessing by blessing. He connected each new thing to bring about this "newest" thing: my being able to sign a traditional publishing contract for the book. He had me stop everything else to write. This is not just an encouraging and inspiring episode for you but also for me. If you ever feel discouraged or doubt that God is in the details, I urge you to listen to this. The things God does are truly amazing, and I'm excited to share them with you. When I dreamed of this opportunity, I told God, “I want you to do this so that when I point to you, people know nobody, but you did it.” Wait until you hear all that He did! God strung together miracles for me! So settle in and listen to this episode about the goodness of God. He's doing a new thing in your life, too. Do you perceive it? Will you step out and follow Him? I promise you will have an incredible story to tell if you do.*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 7 - Special Episode #3 (Episode 25)
Welcome to week three of the Summer Break Series “Snapshot Edition” where we talk with guests who have been on the show previously in order to find out the new things God is doing in their lives. This week, I speak with Dawn Ward who is a speaker, writer, and biblical life coach. She is the founder of The Faith to Flourish, a ministry that equips women to thrive by providing inspiring teaching, coaching, and biblical resources to help them cultivate resilient faith, grow through adversity, and live transformed lives. As part of the mission of The Faith to Flourish, she also ministers to women with loved ones struggling with addiction, mental health issues, and life-destructive behaviors. Dawn is the co-author of the book “Still Standing After All the Tears Workbook: Faith in the Battle Edition, a contributing author for the devotional Shepherd on Duty, and is currently in the process of writing her first solo book, From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children (ETA third quarter 2024). Dawn has been married to her husband, Steve, for over forty years and is mom to three adult children. It is her passion to help all women grow in their faith as they learn to better understand the Bible and how to apply it to their lives. Connect with Dawn at The Faith to Flourish on most social media platforms. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!Social Media links:HTTPS://www.thefaithtoflourish.comHTTPS://www.Facebook.com/thefaithtoflourishHTTPS://www.instagram.com/thefaithtoflourishblog andHTTPS://www.instagram.com/dawnr.ward HTTPS://www.Twitter.com/faithtoflourishhttps://www.youtube.com/thefaithtoflourishwithdawnwardhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-ward-93975b266https://www.pinterest.com/thefaithtoflourish *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Special Episode #2 (Episode 24)
Welcome to week two of our Special Summer Break “Snapshot Episodes,” where we talk with guests who have been on the show previously in order to find out the new things God is doing in their lives! This week I speak with Hesther Jeffery who is a Christian writer and certified mental health coach. She is passionate about empowering women with Biblical truth as they link arms to seek clarity, specializing in emotional and spiritual abuse as well as healing through divorce. Heather believes our stories have purpose and are meant to be shared to encourage others just as we are encouraged by those in the Bible. She lives in Maryland with her two teenage daughters, where she also works as a physical therapist. She enjoys spending time outdoors, especially near the water. You can receive truth-filled encouragement by subscribing at heatherjeffery.com and following her writing on Instagram @straightenyourcrown.1.*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 7 - Special Episode #1 (Episode 23)
Welcome to week one of the A Cup of Gratitude Summer Break Series “Snapshot Episodes,” where we talk with guests who have been on the show previously to find out the new things God is doing in their lives! I spoke with Tyler Logsdon this week, who says, “I'm still just a small-town man who adores the Lord Jesus.” He has a passion embedded within his heart that originated from the passion of the one who changed his heart. Tyler loves to share Jesus with the world in whatever capacity he can. One way he loves to do so, aside from music and preaching, is on his social platforms. Tyler enjoys time with his family, fishing, playing sports, video games, and working out. He loves being in nature and admiring the natural beauty of God's creation. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode! Stay tuned at the end for Tyler’s newest song.Links: - Website: https://www.tlogmusic.com/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tlogmusic_/- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tlogmusic- Direct Music Link: https://songwhip.com/tlog
Season 7 - Episode 22 - Finding Gratitude Sharing the Word of God
This week I speak with Jenn Dafoe-Turner who is a child of the Highest King. She is a wife of over 30 years to her amazing husband, Ken. Together, they have four incredible children, one daughter in love, and five precious grandchildren. Jenn loves to journey with people, teaching them to delight in inward truth so they can experience freedom in every area of their lives. She is passionate about the word of God and loves to preach it, teach it, and live it. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!You can connect at www.jenndafoe-turner.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 21 - Finding Gratitude - Don't Miss the moments in Your Life
This week, I speak with Donna Arlynn Marie Austgen Frisinger, who loves to introduce herself using her full name because each of its titles represents a vital piece of her life’s story. A multi-award-winning author, freelancer, poet, entertainer-extraordinaire, classroom teacher, ordained evangelist, championship dance team director, all-around trail-blazer, wacky-winsome wife, and self-declared “Best-Aunt-in-the-Galaxy,” she’s a steadfast warrior and precocious princess of The Most-High God. Far from the neon lights of Broadway, Donna’s worked tirelessly to promote the arts in Small-Town, USA, where in the past three years alone, her books have won two prestigious GOLDEN SCROLLS, two Illumination Awards, and First-Place in the North Texas Book Festival. She has two gift books releasing this year with Abundance Press. The first, to come out this spring, is appropriately entitled One Chance . . .One Dance: Don’t Miss The Moments of Your Life. The second book, Heaven’s Kiss: Hugs and Tugs for The Christmas Season, will be released this fall. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!www.donnafrisinger.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 7 - episode 20 - finding Gratitude in God's Faithfulness
This week I speak with Sandee Macgregor who is the author of two top-selling devotionals, A Mother-Daughter Devotional and Shared Journal Experience for Psalm 119 and A Devotional for Mothers and Sons: Walking in Wisdom Through Proverbs, which encourage and facilitate a deeper spiritual bond between a mother and her children through reading Scripture devotional segments together. Now, she has blessed us with her new, delightful children’s illustrated book created for younger children called Can I Take It To Heaven? This book just came out in April 2024. Sandee is an educated and trained teacher and is an inspired writer. Connecting others together is her passion, and she has created the Seasons of Motherhood and Daughters of the King as a place to hear stories of God’s faithfulness. Coming soon her podcast Conversations and Connections will be a place to hear all the interviews. Through her writing and website, Sandee brings hope and encouragement to mothers with the truth of the gospel while reminding them they are not alone in their journey. She is a faithful follower of Christ, wife to Duncan for 28 years, and a mom to five children. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! http://www.sandeemacgregor.com/*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 19 - Finding Gratitude In the Way God Speaks
This week, I speak with Cheryl Grey Bostrom, M.A., who writes surprising prose that reflects her keen interest in nature and human behavior. Her four books include her international best seller Sugar Birds—the winner of more than a dozen fiction awards, and Leaning on Air, called “a reader’s dream,” and a “cross-generational masterpiece” by early reviewers. An avid photographer, birder, and poet, she and her veterinarian husband live in NW Washington State. Learn more at CherylBostrom.com. *Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude Turning Pain into Purposeful Action
This week, I speak with Stacy Horst, a wife of 33 years, a mother of two, a Co-founder of Erin’s Hope for Friends, a Realtor for 20 years, and a Board member of Nassau Habitat for Humanity. Stacy's journey took a transformative turn when she and her husband founded "Erin's Hope for Friends," a non-profit organization born out of love and tragedy. The organization's namesake, Erin, their beloved daughter, faced the complex intersection of autism, bullying, isolation and ultimately succumbing to the weight of exclusion. In the face of such heartbreaking loss, Stacy and Darren channeled their grief into a force for good. Determined to prevent other families from experiencing a similar fate, this 501c3 stands as a testament to their unwavering commitment to helping teens and young adults with Level 1 Autism and their families by creating a safe place “E’s Club” where they can make lasting relationships through joyful interactions. Stacy's life story is one marked by resilience, empathy, and an enduring commitment to turning personal pain into purposeful action. In every role she plays Stacy stands as an inspiring example of how one person can make a difference in the lives of many. We take a look from her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!https://www.erinshopeforfriends.org/Facebook.com/erinshopeforfriendslinkedin.com/ company/ErinsHopeforfriends/instagram.com/erinshopefor/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 17 - finding Gratitude in a Divine Detour
This week, I speak with Lori Ann Wood, who lives with her husband in an empty nest in beautiful Bentonville, Arkansas. Having discovered a serious heart condition almost too late, Lori Ann writes and speaks to encourage deep faith questions along the detours of life. She has been awarded the Frederick Buechner Narrative Essay Award, and awards from the Evangelical Press Association as well as from Colorado Christian Writers. Her work has been published in several anthologies and numerous print and online venues, including The New York Times, The Christian Century Magazine, Just Between Us Magazine, Bella Grace Magazine, Truly Magazine, and Pepperdine University Press. Lori Ann’s first book, Divine Detour: The Path You’d Never Choose Can Lead to the Faith You’ve Always Wanted, was recently published by CrossRiver Media. It quickly became #1 New Release on Amazon in Christian Spiritual Growth and in Personal Growth & Christianity. The book has won four international book awards. We take a look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode! Website: https://loriannwood.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/loriannwood/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/DivinelyDetouredYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClsYrW5KIUqMBVvRxzNZG5QFree Resource, 5 Prayers & Promises When You Can’t Talk to God: https://loriannwood.com/hope/More Info: Books Page, including book trailer and first chapter free - https://loriannwood.com/books/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude in the Pain and the Purpose
This week, I speak with Dr. Michelle Bengtson, a hope concierge! Whether as a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist, host of the award-winning podcast Your Hope-Filled Perspective, or the author of several award-winning books, including Hope Prevails and Breaking Anxiety’s Grip, her passion is to share hope and encouragement with others. Her newest release is The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out to God When Pain Overwhelms. She loves all things teal, spending time with friends and family, taking long walks, or sitting by quiet shores, and it’s a bonus when any of those are accompanied by sea salt caramel chocolate! You can find her and her hope-filled resources at DrMichelleB.com For more hope, stay connected with me at:Website: https://www.DrMichelleBengtson.comBlog: https://drmichellebengtson.com/category/blog/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleBengtsonTwitter: https://twitter.com/DrMBengtson (@DrMBengtson)LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/DrMichelleBengtson/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmichellebengtson/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Drbhopeprevails/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MichelleBengtsonPodcast: https://apple.co/2madPRo or https://bit.ly/3ef2fvsAmazon: https://amzn.to/3w64SHF*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude in Every Word of the Story
This week, I speak with Becky Antkowiak, a writer, speaker, editor, Compassion International advocate, and enthusiastic Grammar Floozy. A lifelong serial extrovert, Becky believes every stranger is a friend she hasn’t met. Fair warning: if you make eye contact, you may be friends for life. She’s the Chief Encouragement Officer of 540 Writers Community—a free group for writers focused on studying craft, sharpening skills, and sharing encouragement for the writing journey. When she’s not writing or finding ways to connect people, you can find her demolishing, rebuilding, and creating alongside Patrick, her best friend and husband of 20 years. In her spare moments, she binge-listens to audiobooks while eating salted caramel anything.https://beckyantkowiak.com/join-the-540-writers-community/Conference Links: Carolina Christian Writers Conference March 8-9, 2024 (Special Day for Pastors – March 7) https://www.fbs.org/christian-writers-conference/Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference May 26–30, 2024 https://www.blueridgeconference.com/Write to Publish June 11–14, 2024 https://writetopublish.com/***This is a coupon code for Write to Publish It gives the user $25 off and supports 540 - Use BLUE2024.***540 Writers Community Link: https://540writerscommunity.com/540 Writers Community Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/540writers*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude Living Unhurried
This week, I speak with Megan Evans. She and her family live in Tennessee, where she serves as the women’s ministry director at her church. An author and blogger with a heart for discipleship, Megan writes, speaks, and teaches women about enjoying God in each busy day. Her writing has been featured on Proverbs31.org, Crosswalk, and is the new author of the book Permission to Walk: A 4O Day Journey to Unhurried Peace. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this incredible episode!www.unhurrymyheart.comhttps://www.facebook.com/unhurrymyhearthttps://www.instagram.com/megan.m_evans*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 13 - Finding Gratitude in a Joyful Perspective
This week I speak with Yvette Walker, the host of the Positively Joy podcast and founder of Positively Joy Ministries at positivelyjoy.com. She published the life lesson-filled devotional “Whispering in His Ear” and its companion study and discussion guide in 2021. She can be found on social media at Positively Joy Podcast. Yvette is an Opinion journalist and a former Dean of Students at the University of Oklahoma. She has been inducted into the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame. She has been a newspaper editor, a news ombudsman, a reporter, and a podcaster and has supervised online content management systems for two websites. She is a native of Chicago and now lives in Kansas City. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode.www.Positivelyjoy.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/positivelyjoypodcastInsta: https://www.instagram.com/positivelyjoypodcast/Blog: https://ywalker.substack.com/*Theme Music, Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude Counting up to Christmas
This week, I speak with Jennifer Elwood, who hosts the Refuge Podcast and Bible Study Community, where women cultivate their faith in the shelter of God’s Word. This Yakima, WA resident is a lover of Jesus, wife of Tom, mom of three, and bonus mom and grandma. She’s a travel fanatic and coffee addict and enjoys nerding out on Biblical context when studying the Bible. Going to Israel for the first time in 2015 sparked her desire to write, and she has not stopped since. She’s the author of Counting Up to Christmas: Twenty-Four Gifts from the Gospel of Luke and Counting Up to Christmas: The Companion Cookbook.Link to Life Changing Stories https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2www.jenniferelwood.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 11 - Finding Gratitude Cultivating a Deeper Walk with God
This week I speak with Kari Minter, a pastor’s wife, an author, and a bible teacher who is passionate about helping people cultivate a deeper walk with God. With over a decade of experience teaching in public schools and a Masters in Theological Studies, Kari is known for her deep theological insight delivered in a helpful and practical way. You can find her discipleship course as well as Bible studies and helpful resources on her website. Her latest Bible study will be released in January 2024 through Hosanna Revival. When she is not writing and teaching, you can find her supporting her three teenagers, planning outdoor adventures, or reading a good book. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life.Link to Life-Changing Stories:https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2Www.kariminter.comInstagram: @krminterFacebook: @cultivatingresourcesThreads: @krminter*Theme Music “Blessed Time”
Season 7 - Episode 10 - Finding Gratitude Going From Guilt to Grace
I speak with Dawn Ward, a speaker, writer, and biblical life coach. She founded The Faith to Flourish, a ministry that equips women to thrive by providing inspiring teaching, coaching and biblical resources to help them cultivate resilient faith, grow through adversity and live transformed lives. As part of the mission of The Faith to Flourish, she also ministers to women with loved ones struggling with addiction, mental health issues, and life-destructive behaviors. Dawn is the co-author of the book “Still Standing After All the Tears Workbook: Faith in the Battle Edition, a contributing author for the devotional Shepherd on Duty, and is currently in the process of writing her first solo book, From Guilt to Grace: Freedom and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children (ETA third quarter 2024). Dawn has been married to her husband, Steve, for over forty years and is mom to three adult children. Her passion is to help all women grow in their faith as they learn to understand better the Bible and how to apply it to their lives. Connect with Dawn at The Faith to Flourish on most social media platforms.Link to Life-Changing Stories:https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2Social Media links:HTTPS://www.thefaithtoflourish.comHTTPS://www.Facebook.com/thefaithtoflourishHTTPS://www.instagram.com/thefaithtoflourishblog HTTPS://www.instagram.com/dawnr.ward HTTPS://www.Twitter.com/faithtoflourishhttps://youtube.com/thefaithtoflourishwithdawnward
Season 7 - Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude in Transformation
This week, I speak with Ronne Rock, who weaves themes of transformative hope into everything she shares on page and stage. She travels globally to cultivate stories of transformation with Orphan Outreach. Ronne is an author and speaker—offering road-tested wisdom about grace-filled leadership and discovering your God-crafted design and purpose. And as a teacher and mentor, Ronne offers writers and other creatives insight on how to safeguard your soul in a world that delights in demanding it from you. Her poignant stories are included in a number of anthologies, and she is the author of four books, including One Woman Can Change the World: Reclaiming Your God-Designed Influence and Impact Right Where You Are. An Oklahoma gal by birth, Ronne now lives in the Texas Hill Country with her family. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this captivating episode. Learn more about Ronne by visiting her website or following her on Instagram.https://ronnerock.com/product/one-woman-can-change-the-world/Life Transforming Stories linkhttps://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2
Season 7 - Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude in the Everyday Moments
This week I speak with Tyler Logsdon. When asked to describe himself, Tyler responds that he is just a small-town man who adores the Lord Jesus when asked about himself. Tyler’s life is to rap and preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. As Paul said, “All I want people to see when they see me and hear when they hear me is Christ and Christ crucified.” Some fun things about Tyler are that he is 6’3 and gave up the opportunity to play college basketball.- He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Kentucky, but he currently works for a transportation company and is pursuing a life of ministry. We Look at his childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in his life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode! And for a special treat, we end with his newest single, released just this week. - Music: https://songwhip.com/tlog- Ministry Website: https://www.milesbyfaithministries.com- Artist Website: https://tlogmusic.com- Socials: https://www.instagram.com/tlogmusic_?igsh=MXVvMDVwY2xmMms4Zw%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@tlogmusic?_t=8ifvTPpLBJy&_r=1*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude Through Creativity
This week, I speak with Carmel Austin, a vivacious Creative Artisan, Entrepreneur, captivating Podcast host, empowering Wholeness Life Coach, and trailblazing Publisher. She thrives on exhilarating challenges and paints her life's canvas in vibrant hues, crafting a masterpiece of multidimensional success. You can listen to or watch her podcast on Spotify, "The Thriving Woman." Founder of Carmel's Garden, she is a 3x Amazon #1 Bestselling International Author, a Wholeness Life Coach, and an Expert in Media. Carmel's Garden offers coaching programs to empower women and creatives to walk into wholeness and freedom. She advocates for self-love and personal growth, inspiring others to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. As a Wholeness Coach, Author, and Mentor, Carmel helps women and creatives flourish by sharing keys to Journey into Wholeness. She is a sought-after speaker and mentor, inspiring creatives to share their journey on an international stage and share their stories. Carmel's dedication to empowering people to tell their stories and reach a wider audience is evident in her publishing mentorship program. She has helped many authors realize their dreams through this program and become international bestsellers. Carmel's story is one of passion, creativity, and empowering others to shine and thrive in every season of life. Her contributions to the creative community and commitment to helping women and creatives find their voice and wholeness make her an inspiring figure.https://www.carmelsgarden.com/https://www.facebook.com/carmel.austin1https://www.instagram.com/carmelsgardenwholenesscoach*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude by Learning to Let go
Nicole Williams is an author, poet, and course creator who helps people transform their lives by letting go of bitterness, anger, and paralyzing unforgiveness. Her passion is leading people toward spiritual transformation by helping them see the image of God’s love in all people. Nicole is the author of "RISE UP: Believing God When the World is Falling Apart.” It’s 31 devotional prayers that model intentional praise when life is hard. She lives in Houston with her husband of 29 years and is a mom to two young adults. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life - You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!Connect with Nicole on Instagram at @ms.nicolewilliams and grab her free guide, Start Tiny: 7 Habits to Forgive & Be Free, at msnicolewilliams.com.Socials:https://instagram.com/ms.nicolewilliamshttps://facebook.com/nicolewilliamsauthorhttps://tiktok.com/@msnicolewilliamshttps://threads.com/msnicolewilliamshttps://linkedin.com/in/msnicolewilliamsWebsite:https://msnicolewilliams.comFree Guide "Start Tiny: 7 Habits to Forgive & Be Free"https://msnicolewilliams.com/start-tinyLink to Life Changing stories:https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude in Clearing Your Path
Elise Daly Parker is a certified life coach, writer, and speaker. She helps women clear the path to a life they love, with a particular focus on helping moms savor, not just survive, seasons of motherhood with clarity, confidence, and calm. Elise has been married for 38 years and has four daughters and two sons-in-love, as well as two grandchildren. She shares her life lessons on identity, marriage, momming, and relationships with transparency, authenticity, and sometimes humor. You can find Elise at elisedalyparker.com https://www.elisedalyparker.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/elisedalyparker/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/elise.dalyparker/ Elise is the co-author of Unshakable Peace in an Unsteady World, available where books are sold. Life changing Stories https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude in Creativity
Today, I am speaking with Susan Park, a Korean American Christian writer. She loves encouraging God’s creative women with words of hope and joy. She is passionate about how we can co-create with God in our creative work. She is working on her first novel about a second-generation Korean American woman. Susan was a contributing writer and assistant copy editor for the Christian online magazine Marked Ministry. She was a speaker about creativity at The Extraordinary Faith Summit and a contributing writer for the Dawn Bible app. She has been a featured writer and podcast guest for other Christian writers. Susan lives in the Chicago area with her husband and three boys. We look at her Childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of God working in her life. Connect with Susan through her website at susanepark.com or on Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest @susaneparkwrites. https://susanepark.com/https://www.facebook.com/susaneparkwriteshttps://www.instagram.com/susaneparkwrites/Life Changing Stories Link: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude and Joy in the Journey
LaVonda McCullough is an accomplished author, speaker, and devoted Christian Life Coach with a passion for liberating women who are held captive by self-judgment and limiting mindsets. Her journey from the depths of fear, shame, and depression to a place of newfound freedom fuels her mission to empower women to walk boldly along the path of their God-given purpose. With an intimate understanding of the untapped potential within and the profound impact of broken identity, she serves as a guiding light toward transformation and wholeness. The founder of Joyful Journey, she writes at lavondamccullough.com and is armed with a Doctorate of Divinity, but most importantly the Word of God, she points to Jesus and the passion, identity, and hope found in Him. She utilizes Coaching, RefresHER Retreats, and her online IMPACT (Intentional Motivation Practicing Active Christian Truths) Community to teach women how to reach the divine power within. The author of “21 Days of Fasting and Praying, The Beginner’s Guide to a Disciplined Life”, she enjoys teaching about the importance of a Daily Quiet Time and using God’s Word as Medicine. LaVonda and her husband of 33 years, Micah, live in beautiful Stuttgart, Germany, and have three children: an adult daughter and a college-age boy/girl twins. You may connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Pinterest. Join her in the 21Day Daily Quiet Challenge.Life Changing Storieshttps://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude in Every Part of the Story
This week, I speak with Darcie Fuqua, a Business Analyst, Auburn Grad (War Eagle!), Christian blogger, and mental health advocate. She is from the deep south of Alabama, where she resides with her husband, two energetic, fun-loving boys, her beautiful niece Amanda, and her dog named Cinnamon. She loves sinking her toes in the sand, cuddling with her boys, and having great conversations over a table of good food. You can read more of her writing on her website and connect with her on Facebook and Instagram. Check out Darcie’s latest project as cohost of Therapy in 10. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life, even when her life took unexpected turns. Her experiences took her into another world where God used her to bless others struggling with their mental health locked away behind double doors. You won’t want to miss this captivating and inspiring interview!Link to Life-Changing Stories: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2 www.leightonlane.com@leightonlanehome@leighton_lane*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 7 - Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude in the Love of God
This week, I Speak with Eve Juurik, who was born in the picturesque land of Estonia. Her journey has taken her across continents, residing in diverse places like Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the United States. She has traveled to many European countries, venturing as far as Mexico and the Bahamas. Eve was born again in the USA through TBN. She has come a full circle, having her inaugural book in English – the Diary Devotional entitled “My Intimate Conversations with Love”, published this Spring by TBN Trilogy Publishing. She is driven by an unrelenting passion to impart the heart of the Father God – Love – helping God's people to walk in greater intimacy with Love. Eve is a local Christian TV and radio host, author, and speaker. She spends half a year in Estonia and the other half in the United States. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode.amazon.com/Intimate-Conversations-Love-Eve-Juurik/dp/B0BSG8Z1NY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2DFX52M1UB3WP&keywords=9798887382272&qid=1676387365&sprefix=9798887382272%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-1&fbclid=IwAR2PwRHdQPtW0XESqGx8mjegb2qoI16iLDmoTdP8NYdAZydXGKJsxkLgg38*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa www.acupofgratitude.org
Special Episode 4 - Christmas Break Series
Merry Christmas! What an amazing time we have had working our way towards Christmas together. I love sharing these special episodes on the “A Cup of Gratitude” podcast. This last week, we will see what Jesus’ name and title have to tell us about who came to save the world. I share with you things you have not heard before and, the power and purpose of names in the Bible and how they tell an extremely important part of the story. We started on week one, looking at how and when you were created with purpose, followed by week two, where we inspected the soil of the heart and the necessary gardening we must do to have good soil. Then, last week, we were challenged to consider who could be fed by the edges of our harvest fields. Finally, this week, I reveal some powerful truths about the deity and the mercy of the great, all-encompassing love of Jesus Christ. You won’t want to miss this final encouragement for Christmas. Be sure to listen, and I know you will have an all-new appreciation for the birth of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. This week, I feature another beautiful song by Laurel Taylor. So let's listen and consider the miracle of Jesus coming to Us all! This week, we have special music by Laurel Taylor, an artist, producer, and singer/songwriter in Nashville, Tennessee. Originally from Alabama, she moved to Music City twelve years ago, right after turning eighteen. Her voice and sound speak to every crowd, from the American Idol stage to Tootsies on Broadway to the local church leading worship. Laurel carries an excellent stage presence and live show performance everywhere she goes. She has a raw country sound, a ministry mindset, and her own unique style. Laurel uses her life stories to speak to people through her music and intentionally writes for everyone who listens.WEBSITE: LAURELTAYLORMUSIC.COMINSTAGRAM: @LAURELTAYLOROFFICIALFACEBOOK: LAUREL TAYLORMUSIC: AVAILABLE ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMSwww.acupofgratitude.org
Special Episode 3 - Christmas Break series - Season 6 Episode 26
Welcome to week three of the Christmas Break Special Episodes. This week's question is: Who is being fed by the harvest of your life? Think about it: if you’re producing a great harvest and have a fruitful life for the kingdom, if you share the truths you have received from the gospel, can others take from what you produce and be fed? I write books, have a podcast, speak on stage, and share my harvest anywhere I can. When a seed produces a harvest in good soil, it isn’t just for the life where the harvest grows; even the very edges of what you produce can feed others - God’s ways amaze me! So today, I am challenging you to look for the places where you are leaving some room for people who are hurting and hungry to GLEAN - “And when you reap the harvest of your land, you shall not reap your field right up to its edge, nor shall you gather the gleanings after your harvest. You shall leave them for the poor and the sojourner, I am the LORD your God.” Leviticus 23:22. Who are the poor and the foreigners near you? Who are the sojourners around your field? This week, we have special music by Laurel Taylor, an artist, producer, and singer/songwriter in Nashville, Tennessee. Originally from Alabama, she moved to Music City twelve years ago, right after turning eighteen. Her voice and sound speak to every crowd, from the American Idol stage to Tootsies on Broadway to the local church leading worship. Laurel carries an excellent stage presence and live show performance everywhere she goes. She has a raw country sound, a ministry mindset, and her own unique style. Laurel uses her life stories to speak to people through her music and intentionally writes for everyone who listens.WEBSITE: LAURELTAYLORMUSIC.COMINSTAGRAM: @LAURELTAYLOROFFICIALFACEBOOK: LAUREL TAYLORMUSIC: AVAILABLE ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMSwww.acupofgratitude.org
Special Episode 2 - Christmas Break Series - Season 6 - Episode 24
This week, we take a look at your heart on Special Episode #2 of the Christmas Break series on A Cup of Gratitude. This is a busy season, but we must keep our eyes on Jesus - More than any other time we can be distracted by busyness during the Holidays, we must choose to keep our focus on the KING - Jesus gives everything for us to be reborn and we must set aside all of the worldly things at this time of the year to remain in Him - Isn’t it ironic that the time we celebrate Christ’s birth is the time we set Him aside to “do all the things” that come with the Holiday - When we choose Jesus, He continues to transform us, and with great Hope for us all Philippians 1:6 promises that God will keep working on us until Christ returns - We begin in a fallen state with hearts of stone - God promises a new heart - “I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will keep My judgments and do them.” (EZK 36) Jesus calls this process being “born again from above” (John 3:3). When we are born again, God performs a heart transplant, as it were, He gives us a new heart - On special episode 2 of A Cup of Gratitude we will look at the constant process of turning the soil of our hearts - If we don’t let God work on them by abiding in him they will begin to harden, Collect rocks, and grow weeds - God is transforming us, breaking up the ground, removing the rocks, and pulling the thorns as we learn to abide and remain in Jesus - And I am excited to be featuring a song by Singer/songwriter Amanda Nolan has had a passion and drive for music since she could remember. She has been creating music since she was 11 and hasn’t stopped. Her music and life changed when she found herself in the lowest moment of her life, struggling with severe anxiety and OCD. Through that moment, a light came shining through and she met Jesus. Since then, the Pennsylvania native has dedicated her life and music to bringing people to Jesus. Amanda wants to show the world how Jesus can take your worst moment and make it something beautiful https://www.instagram.com/amandanolanmusic/https://www.tiktok.com/@amandanolanmusic?lang=enhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlnrpNOB08xKiZycerJ4Dghttps://www.facebook.com/amandanolanmusichttps://open.spotify.com/artist/1M62wAGkipCrvniBF6ZCa8https://music.apple.com/us/artist/amanda-nolan/1493439119
Special Episode 1 - Season Six - For Such a Time as This
This week on A Cup of Gratitude podcast, my gift to you for the Holidays begins with the very first of four Special Episodes. This week, we delve into who you are and what God has planned for you in such a time as this. I share the story of Queen Esther. I look deeply at the meaning of our names and share a personal revelation from God as I was healing from trauma and experiencing God’s grace. This episode is where the Bible meets my story and your story, too! God uses our growth to propel us in our purpose. God has a plan for your life, and it is good! I am featuring the beautiful music of Amanda Nolan this week. She was my guest on the podcast last week and has an inspiring story and amazing talent. Won’t you join us for this special message straight from the heart of God?*Singer/songwriter Amanda Nolan has had a passion and drive for music since she could remember. She has been creating music since she was 11 and hasn’t stopped. Her music and life changed when she found herself in the lowest moment of her life, struggling with severe anxiety and OCD. Through that moment, a light came shining through and she met Jesus. Since then, the Pennsylvania native has dedicated her life and music to bringing people to Jesus. Amanda wants to show the world how Jesus can take your worst moment and make it something beautiful. https://www.instagram.com/amandanolanmusic/https://www.tiktok.com/@amandanolanmusic?lang=enhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlnrpNOB08xKiZycerJ4Dghttps://www.facebook.com/amandanolanmusichttps://open.spotify.com/artist/1M62wAGkipCrvniBF6ZCa8https://music.apple.com/us/artist/amanda-nolan/1493439119
Season 6 - Episode 23 - Finding Gratitude Singing His Praises
This week I speak with Singer/songwriter Amanda Nolan who had a passion and drive for music since she could remember. She has been creating music since she was 11 years old and hasn’t stopped since. Her music and life changed when she found herself in the lowest moment of her life struggling with severe anxiety and OCD. Through that moment a light came shining through and she met Jesus. Since then the Pennsylvania native has dedicated her life and music to bringing people to Jesus. Amanda wants to show the world how Jesus can take your worst moment and make it something beautiful. We take a look at her childhood up to the present to see the amazing thread of God working in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!https://www.instagram.com/amandanolanmusic/https://www.tiktok.com/@amandanolanmusic?lang=enhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlnrpNOB08xKiZycerJ4Dghttps://www.facebook.com/amandanolanmusichttps://open.spotify.com/artist/1M62wAGkipCrvniBF6ZCa8https://music.apple.com/us/artist/amanda-nolan/1493439119*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 22 - Finding Gratitude in the Ordinary Moments
This week I speak with Julie Ademe who is a blogger, speaker, and author of Reclaiming Christmas Joy: 25 Days of Refreshment with Jesus. She’s been married for 34 years and has two sons plus five grandchildren. She is a 3-time cancer survivor and a kidney transplant recipient. As she practiced the art of surrender during her health crises, Jesus helped her understand that joy isn’t based on her circumstances but is rooted in the love of Jesus and her relationship with Him. Julie is passionate about helping women encounter Jesus in the ordinary moments of their day. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life - You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!!Life Changing Stories: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2Connect with Julie at julieademe.com, Facebook, and Instagram Website: https://julieademe.comFacebook: @JulieAdeme.AuthorInstagram: @julieademe*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 21 - Finding Gratitude in Connection
This week I speak with Laurie Cunningham. Laurie is a true Gulf Coast girl. She was born in Mobile, Alabama & raised in Gulfport, MS.. She is most herself & happiest on summer days spent with family & friends. Laurie values the life lessons she has learned through friendship, hospitality, faith & family ties. Laurie attended the University of New Orleans where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Drama and Communications. Her career path has included television production, corporate sales & music education. Currently, she operates a gift boutique where she enjoys getting to know her customers & sharing with them her appreciation for handcrafted and vintage items. Laurie values the connection(s) she makes between people, places, and objects and discovering the common thread that exists between them. Laurie is married to her husband, Bob, of 25 years. They have two daughters and have lived in many locations throughout the US. She currently resides near Raleigh, NC but is often traveling to return to her southern roots. Laurie’s interests include traveling, biking, reading, music, and celebrating life! We met as co-authors of the book “Life Changing Stories” and I can’t wait to share her story with you! We begin this episode in her childhood and look to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus working in her life - You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and encouraging episode! https://www.facebook.com/allthingssoutherngifts?mibextid=LQQJ4dLife Changing Stories:https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Music “Blessed Time: by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 20 - Finding Gratitude in the Write Life
John Riddle is a freelance writer, author and ghostwriter who works out of his home office in Delaware. He is the author of 34 books with a variety of traditional Christian and secular publishers, and so far has self-published 3 books for writers. His byline has appeared in major publications all across the United States, and he has written articles for over 200 websites. In 2002 he launched "I Love To Write Day" as a grassroots campaign to have people of all ages spend time writing every November 15th. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of ILTWD, he published the "I Love To Write Day Creative Writing Journal'' which is still available on Amazon. He is a speaker at Christian and secular writing conferences throughout the U.S., and recently spoke at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. We take a look at his childhood up to the present to see the thread of God working in His life. You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and encouraging episode! www.ilovetowriteday.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 19 - Finding Gratitude in the Faithfulness of God
Angie Baughman is a pastor, Bible teacher, author, podcaster, founder of Steady On ministries, and creator of the Step By Step Bible study method. At sixteen, she was groomed into a romantic relationship with a high school teacher and faced community rejection when she went public with her story. Knowing and living by the promises of God helped free her from layers of shame, and she now helps others by teaching and testifying to the faithfulness of God in the painful places of our lives. We look from her childhood to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and inspiring episode.www.livesteadyon.comLink to "Life Changing Stories": https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Kesta
Season 6 - Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude in Our everyday Lives
This week I speak with Erin Ulerich, who lives, writes, and wrangles her three teens in French Camp, Mississippi, a small community beside the historic Natchez Trace Parkway. She has been married to her college sweetheart, Stephen, for 30 years. Erin enjoys laughing with friends, 80s music, chocolate/coffee combinations, and using the latest teen words in the cringiest way possible. Erin is the author of two books: In Unexpected Ways: Christmas in Everyday Life, whose devotions describe how "God with us" is true in our everyday lives, and The Hope of the Helpless: Seven Days of Praying for Orphans. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!Connect with Erin at erinulerich.com or on social media @ErinUlerich.Instagram https://www.instagram.com/erinulerichFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/erinulerichwriterLink to Life Changing Stories: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 17 - Finding Gratitude Encouraging Others to Hope
This week I speak with Robyn Rison Chapman, who is a finder of hope and a passionate encourager. She was an award-winning journalist and successful grant writer before leaving those careers to spend more time with her family. It was during a season of family grief that she began to feel God calling her into more faith-filled writing. She is the author of the devotional book “Ordinary Walks With An Extraordinary God,” is part of the collaborative book, “Butterfly Living’s Life Changing Stories,” writes regularly on her blog, www.hopeanyway.com, and occasionally provides guest posts for other sites. Her devotions run daily on WEMM radio. She has made guest appearances on multiple podcasts and is a speaker at church and women’s events. She is the 2023 recipient of the Best Author/Writer from the Appalachian Arts and Entertainment Awards. You can find her on Facebook and Instagram. Robyn is active in her church and has taught numerous Sunday School classes and Bible studies. She also enjoys baking, traveling, sports, and deep conversations. She lives in Proctorville, Ohio with her husband Derek and sons Jack and Max. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the thread of God working in her life. You won’t want to miss the encouraging episode! Www.hopeanyway.comLink to Life Changing Stories: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude Navigating Life's Toughest Issues
This week I speak with Dr. Jessica Peck. As a pediatric nurse practitioner in primary care, over the last 20 years, Dr. Jessica Peck has engaged, encouraged, equipped, and empowered families to raise holistically healthy kids. A native Texan, she is a clinical professor at the Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing. As an internationally awarded nursing leader, she was president of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Peck is an international advocate for persons in human trafficking, a regular contributor to parenting magazines, and a frequent guest on radio and television shows to promote children's health. She is the author of Behind Closed Doors: A Guide for Parents and Teens to Navigate Life's Toughest Issues. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus working in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!Jessica L. Peck DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, CNE, CNL, FAANP, FAANPast President, National Association of Pediatric Nurse PractitionersClinical Professor of Nursing, Baylor UniversityAuthor, Behind Closed Doors: A Guide to Help Parents and Teens Navigate Through Life's Toughest IssuesPodcast Host, Dr. Nurse Mamawww.drnursemama.com Link to Life Changing Stories: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Musci "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude in the Uncommon Normal
This week I speak with Twyla Franz who is a big believer in baby steps and ripple-effect living. An Enneagram 9 learning to live open. She loves front-yard conversations with neighbors, chalk-painted furniture, and Yogi’s blueberry tea. As a missional neighboring guide, she helps others get close to Jesus and grow deep, missional friendships with neighbors. Find her words (written and recorded) on TheUncommonNormal.com. Other places Twyla writes include (in)courage, Relevant, Her View From Home, and The Grit and Grace Project. She also hosts Begin Within: A Gratitude Series to encourage year-round gratitude (because gratitude, she says, has a ripple effect). We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus working in her life. You won't want to miss this down-to-earth and inspiring episode Links:Website—https://theuncommonnormal.com/Cultivating a Missional Life Devotional https://theuncommonnormal.com/book/Freebies (including sample week of devotional)—https://theuncommonnormal.com/subscribe/Begin Within: A Gratitude Series—https://theuncommonnormal.com/category/gratitude-series/Podcast—https://theuncommonnormal.com/podcast/Instagram—https://www.instagram.com/theuncommonnormal/Facebook—https://www.facebook.com/theuncommonnormalPinterest—https://www.pinterest.com/twylafranz/Threads— https://www.threads.net/@theuncommonnormalLink to Life Changing Stories: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2 *Theme music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude in A Deeper Walk With God
This week I speak with Hadassah Treu who is an award-winning Christian author, blogger, and poet, the Encouraging Blogger Award Winner of 2020. She is passionate about encouraging people on the journey of faith and a deeper walk with God. She is a regular contributor to the faith-based platforms Devotable and Koinonia; COMPEL Proverbs 31 Ministries Blog writer and Freelancing Community Group leader, and Blogger Voices Network contributor. Hadassah is a contributing author to several faith-based devotional and poetry anthologies. She has been featured on (In)Courage, Proverbs 31 Ministries, Her View From Home, Living by Design Ministries, Thoughts About God, Aletheia Today, Today’s Christian Living, and other popular sites. You can find her online by visiting OnTheWayBG.com. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!Social media links: https://onthewaybg.comhttps://twitter.com/onthewaybghttps://www.facebook.com/onthewaybg/https://www.pinterest.at/onthewaybg/https://www.instagram.com/hadassahtreu/https://medium.com/@hadassah.treuhttps://www.amazon.com/Treu-Hadassah/https://www.youtube.com/@hadassahtreu-authorhttps://hadassahtreu.gumroad.com/ Link to Life Changing Stories: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 13 - Finding Gratitude in Finding The Way Through
This week I speak with Lee Spotts who is a Lover of God, purser of His heart, wife, mom, high school teacher, artist, writer, and survivor of abuse. She believes that everyone has a unique story and that we all have fought battles and carry battle scars. Her story is one of abuse overcome by faith. The testimony of her life is: “Sometimes God does not remove the obstacles. He makes a way through them.” Lee’s mother suffered from mental illness, later in life to be diagnosed with a form of schizophrenia and 3 multiple personalities. After years of being caught in the vicious cycle of abuse, she finally freed herself from it at 26. Her husband and she have been together for 39 years, 34 years of marriage so far. She has 3 beautiful children, 2 biological children, and after enduring 10 miscarriages adopted their 3rd child who is now 17 years old. They are big Disney fans but also like to travel and see other parts of the world. She has one grandchild to date with more to come. As she continues to teach on the high school level, she is currently writing the following 3 books in this series. The next book will continue her story from when she met her husband, the 3rd book will tell the tale of the trials and tribulations of the adoption process—lastly, life after the adoption and the attack she encountered after she published her first book. Lee also has a call to write a young teen series on etiquette in this modern world. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! Link to book: Now is the Timehttps://a.co/d/9r5h1rc*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude in The NICU and Beyond
This week I speak with Sarah Ward, who is a mother of twins and a singleton who all experienced time in the NICU before coming home to thrive. She received a B.S. in public health and behavior from the University of Georgia and a degree in dental hygiene from the Medical College of Georgia. She enjoys all things music, being outdoors, and spending time with family and friends. Sarah is the author of “Our NICU Journey” and “One Step Behind” with a third title being released soon. As an advocate for families of premature birth and early literacy, Sarah hopes to support families on their own NICU journey and encourage reading to children with their Reading Through the NICU program. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the amazing thread of Jesus in her life! You won’t want to miss this incredible episode. You can find more information about this program and her books on her website, www.littlewardbooks.com, or find her on social media by searching for Reading Through the NICU.Link to the new book: One Step Behind: A Sibling Storyhttps://a.co/d/ipVIGPrWebsite: www.LittleWardBooks.comInstagram: @Sarah_Immonen_Ward_AuthorFacebook: @LittleWardBooksLinkedIn: @ReadingThroughtheNICU*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 11 - A Special Episode for World Suicide Prevention Day
Welcome to a Special Episode in Honor of World Suicide Prevention Day. World Suicide Prevention Day is observed yearly to raise awareness, focus efforts on directing treatment to those who need it most, and remember those affected by suicide. I am speaking with Lauren Bittner who is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She specializes in complex trauma, anxiety, panic, and addiction. Lauren is currently pursuing her doctorate in behavioral health and is the founder and clinical director of Nourish Therapy and Wellness. We discuss honestly the loss of her brother (and my step-son) and she explains ways that we can come alongside those that we love. Lauren also gives us resources and a valuable perspective on how to deal with this escalating and often misunderstood reality https://www.nourishtherapyandwellness.org*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 10 - Finding Gratitude in "Butterfly Living"
This week I speak with Mary Rooney Armand, a writer, teacher, and creator of the faith-based blog ButterflyLiving.org. Her writing has been featured on multiple Christian websites and she is the author of the book, “Identity, Understanding, and Accepting Who I am in Christ” and has recently compiled the new book “Butterfly Living, Life Changing Stories” a devotional collection of 34 Transformational stories of hope and healing which is available for pre-order now. Besides writing, Mary leads and teaches retreats and small groups. She directed Kids Hope USA, a mentoring program for children, worked in marketing and sales, and has led mission trips to Honduras. Mary is a life coach with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and an MBA - She and her wonderful husband Cory live in Louisiana with their 4 children and 2 dogs! We look at her childhood up to the present and see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life! You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! If you would like to receive encouragement in your inbox and five pages of Mary’s Bible Study, “Identity: Understanding and Accepting Who I am in Christ” visit, https://www.subscribepage.com/butterflylivingMore places to read ButterflyLiving’s stories about a transformed life in Christ:www.facebook.com/bfl2022www.instagram.com/butterflyliving_www.twitter.com/maryrarmandwww.butterflyliving.orgLink to Life Changing Stories: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Stories-Faithfulness-Transforming-ebook/dp/B0CGGGR3J7/ref=sr_1_2*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude in The Voice of Recovery
This week I speak with Michele Eich, who is an overcomer with a powerful testimony of transformation, redemption, and freedom. She is a wife, Mom, Nana, growth coach, minister, author, and host of Voices of Recovery. Her heart's desire is to give people hope that a new life can be found in Jesus Christ. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and encouraging episode!www.MicheleEich.comInstagram: @20VoicesofRecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/20VoicesofRecoveryYouTube: https://youtube.com/@voicesofrecovery8947*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude in Grief Support
This week I speak Julie Lynn Ashley. She has found Gratitude in her Calling, which is grief support work for those who have been through a death loss. Julie Lynn says, “The circumstances are hard, but there is deep gratitude in God allowing me to be a help.” She has a Master's Degree in Thanatology (death grief and bereavement), is a member of the Association for Death Education and Counseling, and works with grieving people all over the country. Julie Lynn offers a free downloadable list of grief support resources to help any of us support grieving people in our lives. We take a look at her childhood up to the present to find the thread of God working in her life. It is beautiful to see God bring ministry and healing from her own times of grief. You won’t want to miss this amazing episode!www.julielynnashley.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude in the Little Things
This week I speak with Rachael Adams who is the author of A Little Goes a Long Way and host of The Love Offering podcast. Rachael hopes to help women realize their God-given purpose and significance. She and her husband, Bryan, live in Kentucky with their two children, Will and Kate. Her work has been featured on Good Morning America, Crosswalk, Proverbs 31, Today Parenting, and YouVersion. We look at Rachael’s childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus working in her life. You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and encouraging episode!Connect with Rachael by visiting www.rachaelkadams.com, by searching @rachaeladamsauthor on social media, and by tuning in to The Love Offering podcast every Tuesday on your favorite listening platform. *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude in Your One Exceptional Life
This week I speak with Wendy Wallace who is a wife, mom, memaw, Christian life coach, Inspiration blogger, digital product creator, and author. She is also a quadruple amputee. She loves spending time with her family, playing with flowers, and eating lots of ice cream. You can find her at One Exceptional Life, where she helps women rediscover God's joy, peace, and fulfillment amid the trials of life, by becoming more intentional with God. We look at Wendy’s childhood up to the present and discover the beautiful thread of Jesus working in her life. Even in the darkest times, He was with her! You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! Wendy is also one of my co-authors in our upcoming book, "Butterfly Living Life Changing Stories" compiled by the amazing Mary Rooney Armand. Www.oneexceptionallife.com *Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude In The Everyday Moments
This week I speak with MaryAnn Diorio who writes compelling women’s fiction from a small, quaint town in southern New Jersey where neighbors still stop to chat while walking their dogs, houses still sport wide, wrap-around front porches, and the charming downtown still finds kids licking lollipops and old married folks holding hands. A true Jersey girl, MaryAnn is a big fan of Jersey diners, Jersey tomatoes, and the Jersey shore. We take a look at her childhood up to the present and find the golden thread of Jesus working in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!Website: https://www.maryanndiorio.comAmazon Author Central Page:https://www.amazon.com/stores/MaryAnn-L.-Diorio/author/B005FU4IAS?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueBookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/maryann-diorioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryanndiorioGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6592603.MaryAnn_DiorioInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryanndiorio/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmaryanndiorio/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drmaryanndiorio/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrMaryAnnDiorio *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude Strengthening Friendship and Faith
This week I speak with Sherri DeWalt who is the content creator and leader of Rookery Resources. Rookery Resources is a ministry equipping women to serve other women through in-home, small groups with neighbors and friends called Huddles. Huddles build a supportive community and grow faith in Christ on the foundation of friendship. Sherri created a free resource called the Huddle Handbook which gives step-by-step instructions to start and lead a Huddle. The handbook includes one ministry year of menus, creative project ideas, faith-building conversations, and more. We take a look at Sherri’s childhood up to the present and find the beautiful thread of Jesus working in her life. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! E-mail huddleup@rookeryresources.com for a copy of the Huddle Handbook as well additional free resources. www.rookeryresources.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude in Remembering Who We Are in Christ
This week I speak with Liz Catlin. Her passion is talking about Jesus, and she does so as a speaker, writer, radio personality, and Spirit-led extrovert! Liz is also a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors and a registered Life Coach with CLI. But first and foremost, she is a devoted Christ-follower with a gift to encourage and edify. Liz and her husband Trace are award-winning Kingdom entrepreneurs; their businesses' sole purpose is soul-winning! In 2020 she and her husband founded The Launch...a discipleship ministry created to reach the unchurched community with the simple Gospel of Jesus that focuses on the basics of the Christian faith and to meet the needs through benevolent evangelism and life classes. Liz speaks at conferences nationwide, reminding women WHO they are and WHOSE they are in Christ. She repeats this message weekly on her nationally broadcasted radio show "Strength Becomes Her" and podcast "Fire in My Bones." Her life message is that God loves you, Jesus died for you, and the Holy Spirit desires to lead and guide you into a perfect peace that can't be experienced in this life without them! We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of God working in her life. Facebook & Instagram- @CraveGodMinistriesCraveGodMinistries@gmail.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season Six - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude Embracing the Unexpected
This week I speak with Jillian Benfield a former journalist and news anchor. She holds a broadcast journalism degree from the University of Georgia. As a freelance writer, her essays about living an unexpected life have appeared on sites such as TODAY, Good Morning America, Yahoo! News, and ABC News. Jillian regularly advocates for the full inclusion of people with disabilities in her writings, community, and as a part of the National Down Syndrome Congress's National Down Syndrome Advocacy Coalition. Jillian and her husband, Andy, and their three children make their home on Florida's Space Coast. During our interview, we look back at her childhood to the present finding the beautiful thread of God working in her life! You won’t want to miss this incredible episode!Website: jillianbenfield.comInstagram: @JillianBenfieldBlogFacebook: /jillianbenfieldBook on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Unexpected-Discovering-Were-Meant/dp/0764240498/*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 6 - Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude in the Face of Anxiety
This week I speak with Caris Snider. She is a Christian Communicator who shares the hope of God through speaking, writing, coaching, and podcasting. Caris is the author of Anxiety Elephants 31 Day Devotional and Anxiety Elephants 90 Day Devotional for Tween Boys and Girls. She has two new books coming out in 2023: A children's picture book, There's An Elephant on My Chest (July 2023), and a devotional for moms, Car Line Mom Devotional (Aug. 2023). Caris shares from personal experiences of overcoming depression, anxiety, fear, and shame and she desires to help people of all generations see their value and worth through the eyes of the Lord to grow in their faith and mental health. Caris offers inspiration to those who feel purposeless to discover their God-given calling. We take a look at her childhood up to the present and find a beautiful thread of God working powerfully in her life. Anxiety is at an all-time high in our society and we need the vulnerable faith-based encouragement and resources Caris has to offer! You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!Websites and Social Media:www.carissnider.comwww.carlinemom.comwww.anxietyelephants.comInstagram: www.instragram.com/carissniderFacebook: www.facebook.com/carissniderYouTube: www.youtube.com/carissniderPodcast: Car Line Conversations https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/car-line-conversations/id1640733333*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Special Episode 4 - Summer Break Series
Welcome to the fourth and final episode of the summer break series on the A Cup of Gratitude podcast. This week we are talking about extending the compassion we have received from God. I am featuring a song by Erica Renee Mckinney. Erica has been a guest on the show and has become a great friend. I so admire her talent and her vulnerability. Erica is a Singer/Songwriter and Recording Artist from the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. This Mountian Native deeply respects her Mountian heritage and loves music close to her roots. Erica grew up all around rootsy music her whole life but never pursued a career in music until later in life when she decided to close down her very successful hair business of 16 years to pursue a music career. Recording from her in-home studio in 2019 after closing out the business earlier that year as an independent artist, she released her first full-length Album, “Come Praise the Lord,” in the Christian music genre with her first music video to promote her single “Come Praise The Lord” . Flying to Fort Worth TX. With TenFourFilms in early 2021 and she released the single and Album in late fall of 2021. The North Carolina Native recently recorded in Nashville at “Wei Rock” a new single coming out this fall titled “Overwhelmed,” (Which we will be featuring today) followed by seven more songs, all surrounding her life lessons with overwhelm, burnout, healing, and finding your true identity and calling, which took place during the closing of her salon. Her passions include teaching others how to heal, recognizing and identifying the root, and strategically putting solutions in place for full recovery and longevity to prevent relapse with burnout. www.ericareneemckinney.com
Special Episode 3 - Summer Break Series - Compassion
Welcome to week 3 of our Summer Break Series. Today we are talking about compassion and the sacrificial love of God. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode. I’ll also be featuring the song Holding onto You by Laurel Taylor.Find out more about Laurel here: https://laureltaylormusic.com/new-page-1
Special Episode 2 - Summer Break Series - A Step in the Right Direction
Welcome to the second special episode of the summer break series on A Cup of Gratitude. This week we are talking about how important it is to take a step in the right direction. I am featuring a song by Erica Renee Mckinney, Erica has been a guest on the show and has become a great friend. I so admire her talent and her vulnerability. Erica is a Singer/Songwriter and Recording Artist from the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. This Mountian Native deeply respects her Mountian heritage and loves music close to her roots. Erica grew up all around rootsy music her whole life but never pursued a career in music until later in life when she decided to close down her very successful hair business of 16 years to pursue a music career. Recording from her in-home studio in 2019 after closing out the business earlier that year as an independent artist, she released her first full-length Album, “Come Praise the Lord,” in the Christian music genre with her first music video to promote her single “Come Praise The Lord”. Flying to Fort Worth TX. With TenFourFilms in early 2021 and she released the single and Album in late fall of 2021. The North Carolina Native recently recorded in Nashville at “Wei Rock” a new single coming out this fall titled “Overwhelmed,” (Which we will be featuring today) followed by seven more songs, all surrounding her life lessons with overwhelm, burnout, healing, and finding your true identity and calling, which took place during the closing of her salon. Her passions include teaching others how to heal, recognizing and identifying the root, and strategically putting solutions in place for full recovery and longevity to prevent relapse with burnout. We have such a necessary teaching for you today Something we all struggle with and the promises from God we can count onwww.ericareneemckinney.com
Special Episode 1 - Summer Break Series - In the Garden
Welcome to my Summer Break Series Special Episode Number One! This week I have a story for you straight from God's Heart. Let's take a look at where it all began: in the garden. At the end of this special episode is a new song from Laurel Taylor. Praying you are enjoying a beautiful summer day!LAUREL TAYLOR IS AN ARTIST AND SINGER/SONGWRITER IN NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE. ORIGINALLY FROM ALABAMA, SHE MADE HER MOVE TO MUSIC CITY TEN YEARS AGO, RIGHT AFTER TURNING EIGHTEEN. FROM THE AMERICAN IDOL STAGE, TO TOOTSIES ON BROADWAY, TO THE LOCAL CHURCH LEADING WORSHIP, HER VOICE AND SOUND SPEAKS TO EVERY CROWD. LAUREL CARRIES AN EXCELLENT STAGE PRESENCE AND LIVE SHOW PERFORMANCE EVERYWHERE SHE GOES. SHE HAS A RAW COUNTRY SOUND, MINISTRY MINDSET, AND HER OWN UNIQUE STYLE. LAUREL USES HER LIFE STORIES TO SPEAK TO PEOPLE THRU HER MUSIC AND INTENTIONALLY WRITES FOR EVERYONE THAT LISTENS. https://laureltaylormusic.com/new-page-1
Season 5 - Episode 22 - Finding Gratitude in Seasons of Motherhood
This week I speak with Sandee Macgregor who is the creator and founder of the website Sovereign Radiance, a hope-filled place for mothers to be encouraged with the truth of the gospel while reminding them they are not alone in their journey. She is also the author of the devotional A Mother-Daughter Devotional and Shared Journal Experience for Psalm 119, which encourages and enables the building of a deeper spiritual bond between a mother and her daughter(s) through reading a short Psalm 119 devotion segment together. Now she has blessed us with a new devotional targeted at mothers and sons. Using the same tender approach, she offers mothers a way to build deep relations with their sons using the book of Proverbs. Educated and trained as a teacher, Sandee continues to teach at home while pursuing her love of writing. She is a follower of Christ, a wife to Duncan for 27 years, and a mom to five children. we look at her childhood up to the present and find the beautiful thread of Jesus working in her life. You won’t want to miss this amazing episode!http://sandeemacgregor.com/Instagram @sandee.macgregorhttps://www.facebook.com/sandee.macgregor/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 21 - Finding Gratitude in Balance and Purpose
This week I speak with Colette Lawrence a woman who has come to know and experience the Lord as the lover of her soul and the one who loves her beyond her comprehension. She is a faith walker, motivator, encourager, and an empowered woman who is called and equipped to serve women to walk in confidence and live their lives purposefully. Colette founded the M.E.E. Movement L.L.C. in 2019 as a faith-based empowerment ministry business that helps women of faith through life coaching, mentoring, and empowerment speaking. She lives by Romans 8:28 “For we know that all things work together for good to them that love God and are the called according to His will.” We look at her childhood to the present and find the incredible presence of God in every season! You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MEEMovementLLCIG: https://www.instagram.com/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.themeemovementllc.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 20 - Finding Gratitude in Overcoming Fear
This week I speak with Amy Debrucque . She is a wife. mother. confidence coach. author. cancer survivor. encourager. Believer. Amy’s website offers free resources and a weekly newsletter filled with wisdom from guest speakers, experience, and helpful tools that meet women where they are but don't leave them there. Additionally, Amy has had articles featured in ThriveGlobal, Womenencouraged.com, InDependent, DisplayingGrace, ForEveryMom, YourTango, Today Parenting, and Darling Magazine. She has also been a guest speaker on multiple podcasts. Amy released her first book, Embolden in 2021 reminding women that although fear is normal, courage gets the final say. Her faith in God is what gives her the courage to be intentional in all areas of her life. We take a look at Amy’s childhood up to the present to see the beautiful work of Jesus in her life. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!www.amydebrucque.comhttps://www.amazon.com/em-bold-en-Amy-Blair-Debrucque/dp/1735632821/ref=sw_img_ci_mcx_mr_huc_d_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1735632821&pd_rd_w=DykkG&content-id=amzn1.sym.8a0bf4ec-7e38-4f5b-b977-bf5fbba319ee&pf_rd_p=8a0bf4ec-7e38-4f5b-b977-bf5fbba319ee&pf_rd_r=XFH1MN698TP7HB530T3X&pd_rd_wg=bvqvJ&pd_rd_r=e90c75b6-ba24-4aff-8636-e96c81c133fc*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 19 - Finding Gratitude In Your Story
This week I speak with Joy K. Massenburge who crafts contemporary love stories. She serves on the national board of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). When she is not writing, she is speaking at retreats and conferences helping God’s writers develop a finisher’s mindset so they can overcome struggles and complete their manuscripts. She married a football player turned pastor…they raised pastor’s kids (PKs) a son and two daughters. They are blessed to love six grandchildren.www. joykmassenburge.comjoyk@joykmassenburge.comLinks:website: https://www.joykmassenburge.com/Book to Speak: https://www.joykmassenburge.com/contact-1Java w/ Joy: https://www.joykmassenburge.com/javawithjoyIG: https://www.instagram.com/joymassenburge/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JKMandAcommunity/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joy.massenburge/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwLR179ejdvuK056W6yWySQTwitter: https://twitter.com/joykmassenburge?lang=en*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude Making Words Matter
This week I speak with Bruce Pulver who is a Christ follower, husband of 29 years, father of two adult daughters, four-time author, podcaster, and full-time global activational speaker. His mission is to impact the life of every person he meets positively. He is passionate about the power of our words and how they affect our thoughts, beliefs, intentions, actions, and ultimately our outcomes in life. His TEDx talk “The Secret to Changing Negative Self-talk by Renewing Your Mindset” has reached over a third of a million people and his daily mindset messages have made over 6 million impressions through direct outreach and on his social media channels. His podcast “Can I Have A Word With You?” is approaching its first anniversary of weekly episodes where he unpacks a single word and its impact on ourselves and others merely through how we choose to use it. He has donated thousands of copies of his first book “Above The Chatter, Our Words Matter” to individuals and organizThisations committed to helping others through rough patches in life. This includes Hospitals, Homeless Shelters, Addiction Recovery Programs, Trafficking and Exploitations Assistance Programs, Veterans Services, Orphanages, and more. We look at his childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus working in his life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!http://www.abovethechatterourwordsmatter.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 17 - Finding Gratitude Seeing Life
This week I speak with Cheryl Grey Bostrom. For most of her life, Pacific Northwest naturalist, photographer, poet, and Tyndale author Cheryl Grey Bostrom has lived in the rural and wild lands that infuse her writing. Her work has appeared in a variety of print and online publications, including the American Scientific Affiliation’s God and Nature Magazine (for which she’s a regular photo essayist) and her blog: Watching Nature, Seeing Life. Her four books include two novels: Sugar Birds (Christianity Today’s Award of Merit, ACFW Carol Award, and Christy Finalist) and its sequel Chalk Horse (launching May 2024). Cheryl is a keen storyteller, always seeing the iconic snapshot within the big picture of everyday life and finding the words to describe the moment in such vivid detail that you feel as if you are there with her. Our conversation looks at her childhood up to the present and it’s incredible to see how God has written her story the exact same way! You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!Website: www.cherylbostrom.comFB author page: www.facebook.com/cherylgreybostrom/IG: @cherylgreybostrom*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude in Grace and Peace
This week I speak with Joanne Hagemeyer. When she received her own Bible at the age of nine, she read the whole book, from preface to concordance, with transcendent joy, knowing these were the very words of God. Today, Joanne continues in God’s call to teach, counsel, mentor, and train in God's word and Spirit through retreats, Bible studies, and online classes. After leading and teaching a Bible class of 350–500 students from 2003 to 2013, Joanne retired in 2018 as an advisor and mentor to eight Bible classes in the Maryland area through Bible Study Fellowship. She began teaching and speaking through Ancient Voices, Sacred Stories, LLC, then founded Grace and Peace, Joanne. Joanne earned her Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Portland Seminary and serves as a member of both the pastoral team and pulpit teaching team of her church. A long-time amateur archaeologist, Joanne joined the Board of Directors for the Biblical Archaeology Forum in 2013 and has participated in two excavations, Tel Kabri and Tel Akko, Israel. We look at Joanne’s life from childhood to the present and are so encouraged by the beautiful thread of Jesus working in her life!! You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! Www.graceandoeacejoanne.comhttps://youtube.com/@GraceandPeaceJoanne*Theme Music “Blessed Time by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude Creating A Safe Place
This week I speak with Denielle Placid. She is a living testimony of "you are not what happened to you " and through this lens, she built a renewed sense of personal self-worth and ultimately recalibrated her responses to circumstances, situations, and relationships. Her entire life is wrapped up in being the woman she was designed to be. With her warm, supportive, person-centered, and faith-based approach Denielle put girls' and women's voices at the center of every conversation helping them lead and create positive change. She specializes in helping girls and women with a history of trauma, abuse, limiting beliefs, relationship challenges, and spiritual life issues. Denielle Placide referred to as #Pricelesswoman is extremely passionate and driven to address the very real challenges girls and women face today. Her life was impacted as a teenager through various negative experiences which birthed The Priceless Foundation for Women (NPO) in 2016 with a mission to Educate, Empower, and Elevate girls and women of all stages. Outside of her role of founder and president of PFFW she uses her voice and serves other through her private practice Safe Place Family Life Enrichment Centre Ltd as a Family Life Counselor, Teen Girls and Women Empowerment Life Coach, Author, Keynote Speaker, Pastor, and Podcaster. Denielle considers the counseling room a sacred space where deep heart change occurs. Her warm, collaborative, person-centered, approach allows her clients to feel safe while sharing their hurt, and pain and life experiences. She empowers her clients to live a better life, by exploring and connecting with what really matters. Helping them move beyond survival to a life where they thrive in a haven of emotional health and positive transformation. Her educational journey are in areas such as Family Life Education, Psychology, Trauma, Grief, Mental Health Behaviours and Disorders, Post - Abortion Recovery, Human Resource Management, Women and Girls Empowerment Life Coaching, and Theology, and is now pursuing her Ph.D. – Psychology. Married to Hasley Placide for the past 23 years, and together they share and joyfully parent three young adults Jordaine, Jaedon, and Josh. They all reside on the beautiful Island of Trinidad and Tobago. Denielle believes that God is in Her Story, and He is in the details.www.safeplacefamilylife.comhttps://www.facebook.com/denielle.placide?mibextid=LQQJ4d*Theme Muscis “Blessed Time”
Season 5 - Episode 14 - finding Gratitude in Learning to "Get Over IT"
This week I speak with Sally Livingston. Sally was born in Miami, Florida, as Sally Snow White. Though the name is legitimate (named after her two grandmothers), she is fond of the fairy tale. She has been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, church ministry leader, and parent educator for almost 30 years and has worked with many people caught in the trap of believing they have to live out of what they were given or have experienced. She loves counseling, speaking, teaching, and helping people move to a place of freedom that only comes by accepting God's Truth about who they are and where they can go in life. Sally works to move people from where they are to where they want to be with grace and purpose. Sally and her husband, Scott – a retired Fire Captain – live in Florida and have three exceptional adult children, two amazing “children-in-law,” and two grandsons. You won't want to miss this inspiring conversation where we look back at Sally's childhood up to the present to find the beautiful story of God working through her life! Here is a bit more info:BS in Psychology from Baylor UniversityMS in Marriage and Family Therapy from St. Thomas U in MiamiLicensed in the State of Florida 1998 (LMFT)Licensed to Ministry 2014Church/Business Consulting (Lifegauge Solutions) 2015-presentCertified RightPath TrainerPrepare/Enrich Certified FacilitatorLicensed in the State of North Carolina 2019 (LMFT)www.sallylivingston.com Published: Get Over It!: 4 Steps to Breaking Free from the Stuck Cycle in 2019 • Parent or Partner Mini book due to release April 2023 to accompany live keynote presentation• 2nd book “Got Fear?” Due to release summer 2023*Theme Music "blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 13 - Finding Gratitude in Family
This week I speak with Cheryl Shumake. Ask Cheryl about her greatest adventure and she’ll tell you, “That I know and love Jesus and get to make Him known.” She is a Bible teacher, author, speaker, and founder of Stepmom Sanity; a Christ-centered, sister circle of support, providing help and hope for stepmoms who are “there” from stepmoms who’ve been there. She has authored 4 books including her most recent, Waiting to Be Wanted, A Stepmom’s Guide to Loving Before Being Loved. Cheryl uses her skills, education, and training as a Master Coach to equip blended families to support women in spiritual formation, and mentor formerly sex-trafficked women in basic life skills. Cheryl, and her husband, Jonathan, make their home in Michigan and are frequently invaded by their 4 adult children looking for food and hugs! You can connect with Cheryl, book her to speak at your event, or become part of the Stepmom Sanity Community at www.stepmomsanity.com. Follow Stepmom Sanity on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @stepmomsanity. Listen to the Stepmom Sanity Podcast on your favorite podcast platform.*ThemeMusic “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude Using Our Spiritual Gifts
This week I speak with Lesa Dale a lover of the Lord (and coffee). Lesa is the founder of LifeWalkGPS™, where she engages individuals to reach their fullest potential. She is a Kingdom Purpose and Alignment Mentor trained in Spiritual Gifts/DISC profiles. Lesa helps individuals make better life decisions by understanding how God created them! It all began when she wanted to provide her children with insights and resources to make smart choices in their life. Lesa used assessments to discover aptitude, personality, and spiritual gifts. These tools help her clients explore who they are and how God placed these aspects in them for His glory. We are to thrive in our lives and business while creating a legacy of abundance. We look at Lesa’s childhood to the present and it’s incredible to see God working in her life for such a time as this! You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/LesaDalehttps://www.facebook.com/lifewalkgpshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1264513783901788 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/lifewalkgps/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesadale/
Season 5 - Episode 11 - Finding Gratitude Healing Father Wounds
This week I speak with Kia Stephens who is the founder of Entrusted Women, which she created to equip Christian women communicators of color. She is a contributing writer for iBelieve.com, Beloved Women, Proverbs 31 Ministries, and Crosswalk Kia is also a recurring speaker at She Speaks, the Beloved Women's Conference, and the Entrusted Women's Conference. Her writing has been featured on (in)courage and Ann Voskamp's blog. Kia just released her book “Overcoming Father Wounds” which is already ministering to many. We look at Kia’s life from childhood to the present in this episode and are able to see the hand of God moving powerfully in her life! You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!www.kiastephens.comFB: @KiaNicolStephens Twitter: @kiasNStephens Instagram: @kianstephens*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 10 - Finding Gratitude Serving with Passion
Hewlette Pearson is a gifted and dynamic speaker with a sense of humor. She has a love for seeing people live out their purpose with authenticity. She spent over 15 years teaching homeless mothers with children, adult ex-offenders, and teens English, job readiness and life skills, and character education in Washington, DC, and Virginia. Hewlette holds earned Master of Arts in Teaching degree from Johns Hopkins University, and a Master of Divinity from Regent University. She has studied abroad at Oxford University, England, and completed religious study tours in Greece and Italy; and is a presenter and keynoter on religious and marketplace platforms. Her publishing credits include: Get Got: Empowerment for Everyday Life Successes, The Most Important Word, and The View from the Mountain: The Process of Destiny. She has also co-authored 2 books with compilation authors and has published articles in a few Christian magazines. Hewlette desires to please God as she serves in full-time ministry at Hewlette Pearson Ministries, Inc. and at iLove Now, Inc. For Hewlette, “doing life” in the community is her joy, but God is her passion. We look at her childhood up to the present and can clearly see the thread of God working in her beautiful story! You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!Www.HewlettePearson.comhttp://ilovenow.org/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude in a Season of Caring
This week I speak with Rayna Neises who understands the joys and challenges that come from a season of caring. She helped care for both of her parents during their separate battles with Alzheimer’s over a thirty-year span. She says she can look back on those days now with no regrets – and she wishes the same for everyone caring for aging parents. Rayna is the author of No Regrets: Hope for Your Caregiving Season, creator of Content Magazine, an ICF certified coach, the host of “A Season of Caring” podcast, Positive Approach® to Care (PAC)Independent Certified Trainer and speaker who is passionate about offering encouragement, support, and resources for regret-free caring aimed at preventing family caregivers from aimlessly wandering through this important season of life. Rayna lives on a farm in southeast Kansas with her husband, Ron, and a small pack of adorable dogs. She is the baby of her family, but most would never guess that. She is a former teacher who enjoys crafts of all kinds and spending time with her grandkids most of all. We look at Rayna’s life from her childhood up to her current ministry and see clearly the hand of God working in her life! She is an amazing resource for those who find themselves in a season of caring for others. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!http://www.aseasonofcaring.com/ *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude Learning God's Way
I speak with Hannes Viljoen who believes: “Truth be told, We don’t get to choose what happens to us, but we get to choose how we respond.” His story is one of Grace, perseverance, stubbornness, and a great sense of humor. Hannes and his beautiful wife have 4 children and 3 of them have diverse special needs. He is a man of Faith who stands for the poor, vulnerable, and those with special needs, to heal and be restored. Hannes has a calling of reconciliation - His passion is to reconcile the hearts of man to the heart of God, the hearts of parents towards each other, and towards their children, to bring the family back into a strong community. Hannes coaches Families of Special needs children teaching them how to move from Surviving to Thriving. They have coached more than 400 families in Less than 5 years - In addition, they created a nationwide platform where like-minded parents can join forces and stand together. We talk about his childhood on forward to his current ministry and how we can clearly see the hand of God working in his life! You won’t want to miss this! https://brainchildfund.org/ https://www.ashes-2-diamonds.org/https://www.voiceofthespeechless.org/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude Serving with Your Heart
This week I speak with Leann Faint who coming from a broken family herself, inherently understands the struggles of the students she works with. Called to teaching, Leann began her career as an English teacher in a mainstream high school in a low socioeconomic area in Australia. While raising her three children, she moved into Special Education, a field Leann quickly became passionate about. This led to Leann studying her Masters in Special Education and then gaining her role of Head of Special Education. This role prepared her for working with complex youth, families, and outside agencies. In early 2018 Leann felt led to apply for a position at Carinity Education Southside after 20 years in the public sector. For the past five years, she has strongly felt both the burden and the privilege of being the caretaker of the extraordinary young women who are students at Southside. During this time, Leann has completed further study in Trauma Aware Education at the post-graduate level. This is one of the stories I love to share! As we look at her childhood, we are able to see God’s plans to use every experience, both good and bad, to pour into others who are hurting. Leann’s own healing journey now guides the healing path of young girls in their struggles. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!http://Www.carinity.qld.edu.au*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude in Helping Her
This week I speak with Candice R. Reyes, a Speaker, Author, and Executive Director of Her Well. As a 2x survivor of sexual assault, Candice inspires other women to overcome their fear of the past and walk with Jesus through recovery. Through storytelling and practical tips, Candice helps women:- Reclaim their hope- Regain their voice- Resist their urge to isolate during this journey. She is an award-winning author who coaches survivors daily as they embrace their healing journey. This is her 2nd time on the podcast, and I am excited to share this new, much-needed ministry God has called her to. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!Www.Hooks2Crook.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa from
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude in Our Torn Pages
I speak with Jay Gardner. Jay’s life is a story of redemption. Through trials and tribulations, he grew up tough, fighting with his fists and the demons of addictions that ended when the gavel slammed down, sentencing him to twenty years in prison! His life seemed over, but God had other plans! From a prison cell, God revealed His purpose to Jay in a ministry called “Torn Pages.” Today, Tornpages is a unique gift impacting our world, touching one life at a time with Hope, Peace, and Strength so that they may know God's Grace and love authentically! We talk about His childhood and time in the service, his boxing almost taking him to the Olympics, and his time in jail - God’s compassion met Jay and turned his life around!! We hear about His no-profit torn pages and the goodness of sharing our hearts!!! You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!www.tornpages.org*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5- Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude In a New Song: "Old House"
This episode premiers the new song "Old House" by Laurel Taylor. This episode is such a blessing. Laurel has become a true friend, and I am such a fan of her music. Laurel Taylor is a singer-songwriter and producer whose roots and influences of rock, country, and gospel blend together to give her a unique and edgy sound. She has toured worldwide, from small-town music festivals to the bars of Nashville to European tours. She has worked with and performed with various artists, including Lauren Daigle, Jason Crabb, Micah Tyler, Kutless, Sanctus Real, Rhett Walker, Diamond Rio, and CCR. She has a heart full of joy and a desire to share the love of Jesus with everyone through her music.https://instagram.com/laureltaylorofficial?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://open.spotify.com/artist/4qZZmptWMEONmmERCJIGAR?si=v839Wf0xTIGIE5pBnf5ruA*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude Clothed with Strength and Dignity
Tamika Williford is the Founder of “Clothed N Strength,” a Nonprofit for women in transition. She has been in Cosmetology for more than 30 years, where she connects with many Women. Tamika is a New Life Bible school graduate where she studied Missionary & Evangelistic Training and is currently a Lancaster Bible College student pursuing a BA in Biblical Studies. Clothed N Strength has been her vision since she left the Federal Detention Center in 2011. Tamika promised God that one day if it were His will, she would be in a position to help the women in prison. She met countless women from different backgrounds with different stories, all leading them to incarceration. Tamika heard the despair, the sadness, the regret, and the hopelessness they felt. In many cases, their Families gave up on them; they had no resources to climb out of the hole they were in behind bars and now found themselves free and alone. These women had lost their children, their homes, their careers, their jobs, and their hope, But God had a plan! Clothed N Strength, with God's guidance, will return the HOPE and CONFIDENCE that His plan for them is real. They will learn that they have the choice not to return to prison. They need Resources. Empathy. Help. Tamika is there to help!!! https://clothednstrength.org/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude in God's Grace
This week I speak with Misty Robinson, a Christian wife and stay-at-home homeschooling mom of 23 years. She has worked with teen girls and young ladies for 15 years as a Sunday school teacher. She desires to help ladies of all ages understand God's love and faithfulness through each stage and trial of life. She has faced many trials, which include losing her husband to cancer at age 24 and her mom to suicide six years ago. God has given her the great opportunity of becoming a part of a growing non-profit, HopeGateKeepers, which helps train others on ways to help people dealing with suicide. Misty says, “Together, we can encourage each other through God's word and love.”www.Instagram.com/onechildseyeswww.hopegatekeepers.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude in Every Page of the Story
This week I speak with Donna Frisinger. She is a Multi-Award-winning author, poet, and freelancer. Donna loves to create stories to make God’s Word come alive in fresh ways for kids of all ages. Her husband says she thrives in a world of perpetual “once upon a time” while he lives in the “real world,” juggling the bills and wondering what’s for dinner. They live their happily-ever-after in Indiana, where they enjoy hiking, riding their trusty steeds (vintage-look, fat-tired Schwinn bicycles) throughout the lay of their kingdom, and spoiling nephews and nieces. We take a look at her life from her childhood to the present and find the beautiful thread of God working in every page of her story! You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and inspiring episode. www.donafrisinger.comhttp://donnafrisinger.com/ www.facebook.com/donna.austgenfrisingerwww.facebook.com/donnafrisingerauthor/inbox/https://www.instagram.com/donnaaustgenfrisinger/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Special Christmas Break Episode 4
Welcome to the Special Christmas Break Episode 4 . This week, we look at the best gift ever given and the special messengers entrusted with sharing this gift with the world. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode, as God reveals much more than traditional Christmas offerings! Join me for Hope, inspiration, and love!!! Once again, featuring the beautiful music of Laurel Taylor ✨Merry Christmas to you all!!’To subscribe to the blog or download your free Gratitude journal page go to: www.Acupofgratitude.orgMusical guest Laurel Taylor is a singer-songwriter and producer whose roots and influences of rock, country, and gospel blend together to give her a unique and edgy sound. She has toured worldwide, from small-town music festivals to the bars of Nashville to European tours. She has worked with and performed with various artists, including Lauren Daigle, Jason Crabb, Micah Tyler, Kutless, Sanctus Real, Rhett Walker, Diamond Rio, and CCR. She has a heart full of joy and a desire to share the love of Jesus with everyone through her music.To follow Lauren Taylor go to: https://instagram.com/laureltaylorofficial?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://open.spotify.com/artist/4qZZmptWMEONmmERCJIGAR?si=v839Wf0xTIGIE5pBnf5ruA
Season 4 - Special Christmas Episode 3
Welcome to the Special Christmas Break Episode #3 - This week on A Cup of Gratitude podcast, we take a look at a beautiful present that God has given us all. Each one of us is fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm139) Formed by a divine design that includes nuances so intricate that I had never even heard about them before - And now that I know, that’s exactly what I want to share with you this week!!! Down to the tiniest details, God is forever moving and working and calling us back to the garden to walk with Him again!!! God didn’t create a bunch of little gods; He created Sons and Daughters! To subscribe to the blog or download your free Gratitude journal page go to: www.acupofgratitude.org*Musical guest Laurel Taylor is a singer-songwriter and producer whose roots and influences of rock, country, and gospel blend together to give her a unique and edgy sound. She has toured worldwide, from small-town music festivals to the bars of Nashville to European tours. She has worked with and performed with various artists, including Lauren Daigle, Jason Crabb, Micah Tyler, Kutless, Sanctus Real, Rhett Walker, Diamond Rio, and CCR. She has a heart full of joy and a desire to share the love of Jesus with everyone through her music.To follow Lauren Taylor go to: https://instagram.com/laureltaylorofficial?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://open.spotify.com/artist/4qZZmptWMEONmmERCJIGAR?si=v839Wf0xTIGIE5pBnf5ruA
Season 4 - Special Christmas Break - Episode 2
Last week on our special episode, we looked at the Red sea Exodus as a symbol of the blood that was shed on the cross that would ultimately provide freedom from captivity for the chosen people of God. This week we look at an intimate relationship, at the beautiful personal healing that God desires to give each and every one of His children. You will definitely be encouraged! This message was such a hope-filled revelation to me!Again this week, we feature the music of Laurel Taylor. Laurel Taylor is a singer-songwriter and producer whose roots and influences of rock, country, and gospel blend together to give her a unique and edgy sound. She has toured around the world, from small-town music festivals to the bars of Nashville to European tours. She has worked with and performed with various artists, including Lauren Daigle, Jason Crabb, Micah Tyler, Kutless, Sanctus Real, Rhett Walker, Diamond Rio, and CCR. She has a heart full of joy and a desire to share the love of Jesus with everyone through her music.To read my blog posts, find my books, listen to more podcast episodes, or download the free printable Gratitude Journal resource go to: www.acupofgratitude.org(And please subscribe for more valuable content)To follow Laurel Taylor and listen to more of her music, go to:https://instagram.com/laureltaylorofficial?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://open.spotify.com/artist/4qZZmptWMEONmmERCJIGAR?si=v839Wf0xTIGIE5pBnf5ruA
Season 4 - Special Christmas Break Episode 1
Welcome to the Special Christmas Break series! Each week is a gift from me to you. I am sharing messages of hope and grace straight from the Word of God, accompanied by music from one of my favorite Christian music artists Laurel Talor. Although the stories don't all come from the traditional places that you might think of in the bible, they all point to the freedom, grace, hope, and love of Christ!My guest music artist Laurel Taylor is a singer-songwriter and producer whose roots and influences of rock, country, and gospel blend together to give her a unique and edgy sound. She has toured around the world, from small-town music festivals to the bars of Nashville to European tours. She has worked with and performed with various artists, including Lauren Daigle, Jason Crabb, Micah Tyler, Kutless, Sanctus Real, Rhett Walker, Diamond Rio, and CCR. She has a heart full of joy and a desire to share the love of Jesus with everyone through her music. (This episode, we feature her song, Healed) Find Laurel in these links below:https://instagram.com/laureltaylorofficial?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://open.spotify.com/artist/4qZZmptWMEONmmERCJIGAR?si=v839Wf0xTIGIE5pBnf5ruAFor more blog posts from God's word, for the free printable Gratitude Journal pages, or to look at purchasing my books, please go to:www.acupofgratitude.org
Season 4 - Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude One Choice At a Time
This week I speak with Charlene Brisbane. She is currently a member of Dare to Imagine Church under the pastorship of Rev. Kevin Johnson. At Dare to Imagine, she is involved in community service and serves as an iGroup (small group) leader. In 2022, Charlene became vice president of the non-profit organization Clothed N Strength, whose mission is to help women overcome barriers to success who have recently returned to society after being incarcerated or who have suffered trauma. She is also the creator of a podcast with her daughter Shelby called Garage Conversations with Char, via which she hopes to engage, inform and inspire listeners. Charlene has a career in the biopharmaceutical industry that spans over 34 years which includes positions of increasing responsibility at Johnson and Johnson, GSK, and Teva Pharmaceuticals, where she currently is a Senior Director in Project Leadership and Strategy in R&D. Charlene believes that her foundation was laid spiritually, as well as, professionally at Trinity United Methodist Church where she accepted Christ in her life at an early age and was baptized. At Trinity, she was Chairperson of the Administrative Council, a Certified Lay Speaker, and a Sunday school teacher, as well as a member of United Methodist Women and The Inspirational Choir. Trinity was the place where she was given encouragement, responsibility, and the challenge always to strive to do her best. One of Charlene’s favorite scriptures is Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” She places her hope in God and acknowledges that all that she is is because of Him. We look at the life God has given Charlene, and even in the midst of the great loss of her husband, we see God working and providing for Char as a widow - The beautiful thread of God working is undeniable - You won’t want to miss this episode you will be greatly encouraged!Dare to Imagine Church: https://d2ic.org/Garage Conversations with Char: https://garageconversationwithchar.com/Clothed N Strength: https://clothednstrength.org/Books referenced: Christians Get Depressed Too by David MurrayBroken Minds: Hope for Healing When You Feel Like You're "Losing It" by Steve & Robyn Bloem*Theme Music “Blessed time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 17 - Finding Gratitude Caught up in Hope
This week I speak with Carol Bevil, a Christian author, and speaker. She is the founder of Fuel Your Body, Feed Your Soul, an Instagram ministry and blog dedicated to the truth found in Romans 12:2 and Matthew 6:33. Carol has authored three books. She is passionate about knowing Jesus better so that her life makes Him known. Carol surrendered her life to Christ at the age of forty, having been raised in a Jewish home. Her writing has been featured in several publications. She serves as an ambassador for Sadie Robertson Huff’s ministries LOsister and Live Original, where she gets to encourage women in their faith. Currently, Carol lives in Birmingham, Alabama, with her husband of 24 years, Chris, and their four children. Our conversation takes us on a journey that allows us to see the beautiful thread of Jesus working in her life even while growing up in a Jewish household, even when she was focused on everything else but her faith, even when she was in the hospital enduring great loss, Jesus was with her through it all quietly waiting for her to turn to Him. You don’t want to miss this inspiring episode!www.fuelbodyfeedsoul.comhttps://instagram.com/fuelbodyfeedsoul?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude Daring to Live Courageously
This week I speak with Kate Berkey. She is a writer, speaker, and missionary living on the north side of Chicago, where she works with refugees and immigrants with Devon Oasis Ministry. Kate is passionate about helping people, especially women, discover the heart of the Father and live courageously because of who He is and who He says they are! She and her co-author recently published their first book, A Place Called Braverly: A dare to live courageously, dream boldly, and influence bravery. Kate is all about family and deeply desires to help others find belonging in the family of the Kingdom of God. More than anything else, she longs to walk women home to the heart of the Father—their creator and sustainer. Kate is a lover of being on the water, running on Lakefront Trail, and gathering dear friends around the table. We talk about her childhood and her eventual calling to go overseas and be a writer, you won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and inspiring episode!Www.Kateberkey.com *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude Turning Pain into Purpose
This week I speak with Liz Zulli. She is a visual storyteller who loves celebrating people’s transformations through her photography. Liz is a mother, visionary, and recently published author who has learned to turn pain into purpose with a mission to show her daughter and other women how cultivating a personal relationship with God and self-love creates a life of joy, connection, and freedom. Through release, recovery, and rebirth, she found herself with a gift of salvation. A gift that she feels everyone deserves. We look back at her life and see the thread of God so beautifully weaving through even the most tumultuous of times. Liz is vulnerable in her recounting the stories of both wounds and healing that she has received. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!Www.Instagram.com/liz.Zullihttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1527488471https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BCM6K1WX*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude in the Simple Joy of Seeing God
This week I speak with Annette Spurr. Annette is a freelance writer, speaker, and co-founder of Blue Box Marketing. She lives in Brisbane, Australia, with her husband and two boys. We look back from her childhood to the present, and as we do, we see the thread of a loving and amazing God working and writing a beautiful story! You don’t want to miss this encouraging and inspiring episode!https://www.instagram.com/annetteajspurr/http://seeinggod.com.au/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 13 - Finding Gratitude Becoming an Intentional Family
This week I speak with Anastasia Corbin. She loves to encourage women to live a life anchored in Jesus. She is also passionate about sharing God's Word. Anastasia manages the home while blogging and providing resources that encourage overwhelmed moms to prioritize faith, family, and themselves. The author of Becoming an Intentional Family and co-author of When the Bases are Loaded: Encouragement for Moms to Hit a Grand Slam in Life lives in northern Indiana with her husband Jonathan and their four children. When she is not writing, Anastasia enjoys digging into God’s Word, singing on the Worship Team, and reading while sipping coffee. Anastasia shares authentically about her own childhood as well as the ways that she now allows Jesus to lead her family. You won't want to miss this down-to-earth and encouraging episode! Anastasia provides much-needed resources for families to live abundant healthy lives together!*Gift for your listeners go to: https://bit.ly/3N4pXMc, where your listeners can receive 5 FREE Phone Lockscreens & Desktop Wallpapers with encouraging Scriptures on them. www.AnastasiaCorbin.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/anastasiacorbinInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/anastasiacorbin/Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/anastasiacorbin/*Theme Music "Blessed Day" by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude Spreading the Word of God
This week I speak with Amy Hafner, who is a Child of God, Champion of Women, Wife, Mom of three boys, and co-founder of the Soar Study Journal, a non-profit company creating tools to help study the word to help spread the word. She is a 1st-year seminary student with - Masters in Biblical Exposition and has been Saved since March 2014. Amy grew up in a Jewish household practicing traditions that would one day make her heart come alive with the knowledge and joy of the love that Jesus has for us! We speak about her childhood and the transformation her life went through to bring her to this place where she has created a fantastic resource for people to understand the Bible better, their identity, and the profoundly personal relationship we can have with God. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!✨ Once the episode releases, Amy is offering a discount of 15% off the Soar Journal to my listeners (for one entire month!! ) with the code: ACUPOFGRATITUDESoarjournal.org Soarstudyjournal.com*Theme Music “Blessed Day” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 11 - Finding Gratitude in Uncertainty
This week I speak with Jan L. Burt, who is an author, speaker, podcaster, a homeschooling veteran, a mother to five, and has been happily married to her husband Tony for thirty years. She served in youth ministry alongside her husband for twelve years & has led several Bible studies for women as well as hosting two online prayer retreats. Jan is the host of the podcast “The Burt (Not Ernie) Show” & author of “A 60-Day Prayer Journal for Parents”, “The Power of God’s Will – 40 Days of God’s Promises Devotional”, and “The Once-A-Year Homeschool Planner” (a multi-grade, multi-subject planning system). She has also been a regular contributor to The Old Schoolhouse Magazine. We delve into her life from childhood to the present. Jan is brave and vulnerable in this interview, discussing her upbringing, severe medical challenges, and life struggles, which have forged her deep and unwavering faith. You don’t want to miss this encouraging episode!Instagram: @JanLBurt JanLBurt.com YouTube channel, “God’s Promises for You with Jan L. Burt” *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 10 - Finding Gratitude in Trusting God Together
This week I am speaking with Susan and Craig Taunton, the parents of recent guest Christian singer-songwriter Laurel Taylor (From Season 4-Episode 3). They wanted the opportunity to share their family’s story from the parent’s perspective as well as Laurel’s, and it was powerful to hear it from all sides! Susan grew up in Montgomery, Alabama. She married at age 19 to her high-school sweetheart. She has two children, a boy and a girl, and is a grandmother(Tutu) of 3 precious boys! Susan is a Believer who has been walking with Jesus for 25 years. She enjoys gospel music and loves reading the Word and Christian non-fiction, keeping her grand boys, and traveling to her daughter’s events to worship with her. Susan has a passion for the homeless community as well! Craig was Born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama. His Father passed away from cancer in 1973, when he was only eight years old. Craig’s brother and sister were graduating high school when He was born, so He grew up much like an only child. Craig was baptized at an early age but went a bit wayward during his teenage years. He married his high school sweetheart. Craig and Susan have been together since 1980. He is Retired from the State of Alabama in engineering, and now he is a self-employed contractor. Craig is proud of his family and, through the Lord’s help, what they have all been able to overcome. You won’t want to miss this special episode. We rarely get to hear other perspectives and pieces of our stories. This family has an amazing testimony of faith and trust in the Lord!Follow their Daughter Laurel Taylor at: https://instagram.com/laureltaylorofficial?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Challenge
This week I speak with Lori Vober. She suffered a hemorrhagic stroke at the age of twenty-nine, then developed epilepsy from the stroke. Lori is a walking miracle and felt called to share her journey of faith and perseverance to encourage others. Even with her difficulties, Lori and her husband were able to become adoptive parents to a sibling group of three. She published her first book and has been connecting with and encouraging others to choose to bloom in every circumstance. www.lorivober.comhttps://www.facebook.com/lori.vober/https://www.instagram.com/lorilonghorn99/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude in Every Good Gift
This week I speak with Jill Page; she holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees and has worked with non-profit organizations since 1991. As Director of Education at Urban Family Council, Jill wrote curriculum, trained and supervised a team of educators, and taught programs in public and private schools, churches, and community agencies for children in pre-K through high school. The work was primarily in Philadelphia public schools and included a small group program for teen mothers. At Bethany Christian Services, Jill recruited and supported volunteers who provided housing for the children of families in crisis. She also developed and implemented a long-term program for pregnant and parenting young women. Jill volunteered on the hotline and served on the board of an urban pregnancy resource center. These experiences have demonstrated the value of mentoring in a small group setting, shown the challenges young mothers face, even with government assistance, and inspired the desire to start Every Good Gift. Jill serves as its Executive Director. Jill has one child, her daughter Shanita, who was adopted at age fifteen. You won’t want to miss this interview where we see God overflowing from one of His children into the lives of generations. You will be inspired! Www.eveygoodgift.orghttps://www.facebook.com/EveryGoodGiftOrghttps://www.instagram.com/eggministry*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude in Grief and Loss
This week I speak with Tricia Zody. In 2017, after the tragic death of her husband of 30 years, Tricia found herself in a place of despair, overwhelm, and vulnerability. Leaning on her faith in God, she used journaling as a means of processing the deep grief. Those journal entries became the foundation of her podcast, Another Beautiful Life. Tricia believed that the podcast would be a cathartic way for her to heal personally but found that people from all walks of life were benefiting from the very real, very raw accounts of her healing journey. People from across the United States began reaching out to her for counsel and advice, which birthed her Life Coaching business, Another Beautiful Life Coaching for Christian women. Tricia is a certified Life Coach through The Life Coach School and finds it a privilege to help others create Another Beautiful Life after loss, transition, or life change, just as she did. We delve deeply into Tricia’s life from the very beginning to see the ever-present thread of God weaving through it - You don’t want to miss this episode. It will both inspire and encourage you!Www.TriciaZody.com *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude That is Shaped by Faith
This week I speak with Theresa Rowe, a nationally certified fitness professional, author, radio and television host, motivational speaker, and daughter of the most-high God. She has impacted the lives of thousands of students over the past thirty years, offering hope through whole-person wellness. Guideposts published her book, Shaped by Faith, and she directs a ministry of the same name where she shares her testimony of physical and spiritual transformation. Ten TV networks air her Shaped by Faith with Theresa Rowe television program. Her column appears in the Owensboro, KY newspaper, she has produced several faith-based fitness DVDs, and her radio show and podcast are heard worldwide. Theresa has been a guest on the 700 Club and several other national and international TV shows and has been endorsed by the Dove Foundation and Rob Barnett, a former director with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Her heart-centered workouts inspire, encourage, and captivate audiences throughout the world. In our interview, we look back through her life to see how God was working and setting the stage for all she is doing for Him now! You don’t want to miss this inspiring episode!You can connect with Theresa Rowe at www.shapedbyfaith.com and on:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/shapedbyfaith YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/trshapedbyfaith Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shapedbyfaith Twitter - https://twitter.com/theresalrowe*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude in Our Confidence in Christ
This week I speak with Michele Bowman, who is an empty nest wife, mom, and grandma that lives full-time in an RV. She loves encouraging women to put their confidence in Christ and not things of this world. She helps women break free from the lies they have believed and find freedom in the Truth of God’s Word. Michele speaks candidly about her past and how God faithfully restored her family and life. Confidence truly comes from the identity we are given in Christ!! You Don’t want to miss this episode. You will be encouraged!https://youtube.com/channel/UC9hdE561H8ne_PNgpXvfxHAhttps://www.instagram.com/Michele_bowman07https://www.confidentinchrist.org/podcast*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude in the Hills and Valleys
Melissa is a military spouse of over 20 years and has two sons. She is a stay-at-home mom who loves nature photography and gardening. You can find encouragement for your faith journey on her blog, www.myhillsandvalleys.com, where she writes about all things faith, family, and travel, always with the intent to lead you to Christ through God's Word This week’s interview looks at how God met Melissa where she was and surrounded her with hope and love changing the trajectory of her life! www.myhillsandvalleys.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude in Grace & Freedom
This week I speak with Laurel Taylor, a singer-songwriter and producer whose roots and influences of rock, country, and gospel blend together to give her a unique and edgy sound. She has toured around the world, from small town music festivals to the bars of Nashville to European tours. She has worked with and performed with a variety of artists, including Lauren Daigle, Jason Crabb, Micah Tyler, Kutless, Sanctus Real, Rhett Walker, Diamond Rio, and CCR. She has a heart full of joy and a desire to share the love of Jesus with everyone through her music. Her new single, “Sound of Freedom”, is out now! Laurel’s personal story is nothing short of miraculous, she shares freely in this powerful episode about her transformation from death to life!! You don't want to miss this extraordinary faith journey that gives amazing glory to God!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvrNAjITmf4. MUSIC VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyauShn-K4w&t=195s MY STORY Email to contact for help: pouredinto@gmail.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude in Gathering
This week I speak with Betsy Pendergrass. Betsy, her husband Taylor, and their four kids are gatherers. Their favorite place to gather is around the table-and there have seen their sweetest relationships cultivated there. She is a writer and has a website gatheringaround.com. Betsy is also a teacher/speaker who has taught for decades at churches, retreats, schools, and at home. She co-hosts a podcast called “Not All Heroes Wear Capes”: A Mom Podcast. Betsy is a lover of God, and her greatest privilege is sharing the heart of our Good Dad. In this episode, we look at her life from childhood to the present to see the thread of God working purposefully and powerfully in her life - You won’t want to miss this encouraging and inspiring episode!!! www.gatheringaround.comwww.instagram.com/betsypendergrass*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 4 - Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude in Relationships with Our Adult Children
I speak with Pamela, an enthusiastic encourager passionate about speaking, writing, and coaching. She believes all of life flows from our loving union with God. She helps Christian moms navigate their changing roles with their adult children through intimacy with God. Pamela lives in the midwest and is married to her Pastor. They have five adult children and two grandsons and celebrated 34 years of marriage in October. Pamela is a blogger and podcast host as well. In this episode, she shares her personal story from a childhood wrought with brokenness to a life full of purpose, miracles, and peace. You won’t want to miss this heartfelt and encouraging episode! www.pamelahenkelman.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Pre-Season 4 "Summer Break Series" - Episode 4
This is the last episode of our special series, Next week, Season 4 begins! We hear from Heather Jeffery, who is a Christian writer, speaker, and also physical therapist. Heather’s goal is to share hope and encouragement with others who are walking through difficulties and defeat by redirecting focus from our circumstances onto God’s promises - Heather has learned how to thrive after narcissistic abuse and desires to help other women in their recovery journey as a narcissistic abuse recovery coach to empower women with Biblical truth - She is very passionate about empowering women with truth and inspiring others to share their story. Heather lives in Maryland with her two daughters and loves spending time outdoors, preferably by the water - Heather was on the show on Season 2, Episode 15 if you haven’t heard it, you should listen to her amazing story!! And we have the pleasure of featuring Laurel Taylor, who is a singer-songwriter and producer whose roots and influences of rock, country, and gospel blend together to give her a unique and edgy sound. She has toured worldwide, from small-town music festivals to the bars of Nashville to European tours. She has worked with and performed with a variety of artists, including Lauren Daigle, Jason Crabb, Micah Tyler, Kutless, Sanctus Real, Rhett Walker, Diamond Rio, and CCR. She has a heart full of joy and a desire to share the love of Jesus with everyone through her music - Laurel has a miraculous life story and will be on Season 4 of “A Cup of Gratitude” - You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!Heather:https://instagram.com/straightenyourcrown.1?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://www.facebook.com/StraightenYourCrown1Heatherjeffery.comLaurel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvrNAjITmf4https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyauShn-K4w&t=195s
Pre-Season 4 "Summer Break Series" - Episode 3
This episode features teaching from Sara B. Anderson who is a Christian writer and speaker with her Juris Doctorate and Masters of Divinity in Christian Apologetics. She is the founder of Fruits of Faith Ministries and author of The Best Is Yet to Come: Facing the Fears of Today with God’s Hope for Tomorrow. Sara lives with her husband and five children in Austin, Texas - With music by Christian Music Artist, Jenn Bostic who is a soulful singer/songwriter with a hint of pop, blues, and gospel. Her emotive songwriting and powerful vocals have been touching hearts around the world. Bostic has performed sold-out tours across the United States and Europe, including performances on the stages of The Grand Ole Opry, The Ryman Auditorium, and Lincoln Center, as well as BBC Breakfast Television, BBC Songs of Praise, Daystar, and TBN US and UK. As an independent, Jenn was the first international artist to have her first three singles playlisted on BBC Radio 2. She was twice named “International Touring Artist of the Year,” by the British Country Music Association (2017/2018). In 2012 Jenn Bostic received 5 Independent Country Music Association Awards including, “Best Songwriter,” “Best Musician,” and “Overall Winner.” Her newest album, "You Find a Way," created with Grammy-nominated producer and hit songwriter, Lauren Christy, was released on July 15, 2022. you won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!You can reach Sara at: SarabAnderson.com or email her at admin@sarabroyhillanderson.com. You can follow Sara’s ministry at https://facebook.com/fruitsoffaithministriesFollow Jenn Bostic here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0TK1H3VeQnZEczCCdzAvap?si=dgv-BE1nSlCXB59HlhDLZwWww.Instagram.com/jennbostic
Pre-Season 4 "Summer Break Series" - Episode 2
It’s episode two of the “Summer Break Series” This week we will hear from Jay Lee who is a Christian Blogger and host of the Daily Sabbath Podcast. He has a passion for communicating God's word in a simple and relevant way. He also enjoys engaging with diverse audiences across lines of ethnicity, culture, and theological beliefs. He served as a pastor for over 13 years at the same church and has an M.Div from Gateway Seminary, and a Th.M from Talbot School of Theology. He lives in Southern California with his wife and 2 young daughters and We will hear the music of Erica Renee Mckinney a Christian Music Artist who closed down her business of 16 years by faith to pursue her calling. She realized that she had to change her lifestyle if she wanted to pursue her calling in music. By faith, she closed her salon in 2019 and finished recording her album in early 2020. Recording her first music video for the album spring of 2021 and releasing her 17-track debut album by fall of 2021. Believing in the healing power of journaling and spending time alone with God every day, Erica found the freedom and instruction to walk in her calling. Having often dreamt of the music at night, She would hear the tune and lyrics come to her throughout the day; and writes music and songs to encourage herself and others. Erica wants to inspire and encourage people to be themselves. Erica is currently recording a new project expecting to release this fall. Both of these amazing people have been on the podcast as guests and have become great friends! You don’t want to miss this special episode!Jay:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-sabbath-podcast/id1583844859https://instagram.com/dailysabbath?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Erica: https://instagram.com/ericareneemckinney?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://www.facebook.com/ericareneemckinneyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/7ylHxRpnBNdN6iLHxYXmD7?si=4vGWOfsHQU2qneA4NMSUvA
Pre-Season 4 "Summer Break Series" - Episode 1
*Tischa van de Reep is a Christian writer, speaker, and teacher. She is also the founder of The Well Communicators, a diverse collective of speakers, teachers, and worship leaders. Originally from Trinidad & Tobago, Tischa is married to Harald, who is from The Netherlands. They live in The Woodlands, Texas where they homeschool their two teenage sons, Julian and Aidan. Tischa’s writing and speaking style make Scripture relatable to real-life while encouraging and challenging the reader/listener. Her work in ministry extends from homeless, at-risk women in Houston, TX, to expat wives in Budapest, Hungary, to rural villagers in Malawi, Africa, and women across the U.S. www.tischavandereep.comwww.instagram.com/tischa.vandereepwww.facebook.com/Tischa-van-de-Reep-Author-389431051604724/www.thewellcommunicators.com*Shell McGovern is a Singer/Songwriter from Long Island, New York who has been leading worship at the Journey Church for nearly 20 years. She has been married to her husband Mike for 23 years and has 3 children, Aiden 20, Liam 18, and Blake 14. Shell is a Music teacher/piano instructor and has recently published her first book, called "When I Listened."Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/shellmcgovernmusic/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCDRjzV0DHMMZY3gG6acz-HAhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011323524406Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/48NS9Fq5556s8YVM1gsFhC?si=xL7Czg6TTDaT-VmL6MFL9Q&utm_source=copy-link*Intro by Amanda Schaefer Host of the “A Cup of Gratitude” podcast
Season 3 - Episode 25 (Season Finale) - Finding Gratitude in Prayer and Purpose
IT’S THE SEASON FINALE🎉 This week I speak with Sarah Keeling. She is a God follower, wife, and mom to two boys. Sarah has a background in counseling, loves teaching children the Bible, and Is passionate about helping people around the world know Jesus. Sarah is an author, blogger, and podcast host sharing the love of Jesus to do just that! She started “Heart Work Tees” as a way to encourage other women that their service matters to God and to make a global impact by using the profits to support Bible translation. The profits from “Heart Work Tees” support ladies in South Asia and Ethiopia that are learning to share the Bible in their native languages and then they go back to their local communities and spread hope by telling the Bible stories to all who will listen. Her family has had the privilege to support one of the most dangerous Bible translation projects in Asia, and that is a continual reminder of God's faithfulness. Every update they receive reminds them to get on their knees in prayer for the suffering and persecution that their translation friends are experiencing daily. Sarah Tells us more about the incredible opportunities they have had supporting the Zapotec del istmo project in Mexico. We speak about her life from childhood to the present allowing us to see the golden thread of Jesus working even in times when Sarah may not have seen Him. That’s the amazing thing about telling your story, your own story can be an unimaginable encouragement not just to others, but to you! We all need to take the time to reflect on our lives and allow God to show us all of the places and times that He was right there with us working for our good!https://www.instagram.com/_sarahkeeling_/https://www.facebook.com/sarahkeeling04Www.sarah-keeling.comwww.athirdofus.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 24 - Grateful for Kingdom Connections
This week I speak with Courtnaye Richard. She is a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, licensed minister, Christian blogger, author, and women's conference speaker - Courtnaye is married and a mother of three children. She is the founder of “Inside Out with Courtnaye”, a ministry designed for helping women grow stronger in their walk with the Lord from a biblical and practical perspective. Courtnaye is passionate about helping women grow stronger in their faith, to walk out their Christian life according to the Word of God, and to live out their purpose. She accomplishes God's purposes in ministry through blogging, devotionals (print and YouVersion), videos, audio messages, social media, a LIVE monthly video on Facebook, speaking engagements (i.e., She Speaks, Entrusted Women, Flourish Writers Retreat, etc.), books, and her faith-based public relations, marketing, and mentorship agency, “Inside Out Media Group, LLC”, where she has worked with platforms such as PBS, CBN, & TCT Networks, as well as local television and print publications. Personally knowing Courtnaye, I must say that it’s impressive to see that even with all of her accomplishments, her true heart is to make and maintain Kingdom connections. She genuinely strives to link arms with and support other Christian women and help them achieve their goals however possible. We talk candidly about her life from childhood to the present allowing the veil to be pulled back for us to see the beautiful thread of Jesus woven throughout her life. We all take turns and make decisions that can lead us away from God, but He never leaves our side. He continues loving us as He waits for our turning to Him, and then miraculously, He opens the door wide to our purpose and our destiny!!! You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and encouraging episode! https://instagram.com/insideoutwithcourtnaye?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutwithCourtnayehttps://linktr.ee/insideoutwithcourtnayewww.courtnayerichard.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 23 - Finding Gratitude Because Life Can Be Good Again
This week I speak with Lisa Appelo. She is a speaker inspiring women to cultivate faith in life’s storms and the author of Life Can Be Good Again: Putting Your World Back Together After It All Falls Apart. When life shatters and you're navigating a life you didn't sign up for, Lisa provides compassionate, Biblical insight to help you find your footing, process raw emotion, and anchor your threadbare hope to see you won’t merely survive this, but that life can be good again. A former litigating attorney, Lisa is passionate about rich Bible teaching. She writes at the popular site LisaAppelo.com, founded a team of writers at hopeingrief.com, administers the Facebook group Widow Mama Collective, and serves on the Executive Team for COMPEL with Proverbs31Ministries. As a single mom of seven, Lisa’s days are filled with parenting and ministry. Our conversation is down-to-earth and vulnerable as she shares God’s unwavering faithfulness in the unexpected, unwanted, and unknown. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!Site: LisaAppelo.comIG: @lisaappeloFB: @LisaAppelo*For the giveaway follow www.instagram.com/acupof_gratitude for details*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 22 - Finding Gratitude in Being Brave
This week I speak with Becky Beresford. She lives in Chicago and is happily outnumbered by her husband and three wild boys. Becky is a writer, speaker, and life coach with a Master’s Certificate in Discipleship from Moody Theological Seminary. She loves encouraging God’s Daughters to embrace their truest selves in Christ and walk out the gospel fully empowered by God. Becky connects with women online where she offers a FREE copy of the Brave Woman Manifesto: Five Things to Tell Yourself When Life Gets Hard. Look for information below so you can follow her for her weekly Brave Women Series on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Our conversation is down to earth and in itself brave as we look honestly at Becky’s life and at God’s goodness. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode! http://BeckyBeresford.comhttps://www.facebook.com/MrsBeckyBhttps://instagram.com/becky.beresford?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 21 - Finding Gratitude in the Work of God's Hands
This week I speak with Connie Rowland an Artist and Writer who helps overwhelmed Christians see God’s hand in their life so they can feel closer to Him and be encouraged by His presence every day. Connie’s artwork titled “Master’s Hand Collection” uses American Sign Language to represent God’s hand lifting us up and helping us through the toughest of times. Her unique art unites Sign Language with beautiful images of nature and inspirational Bible verses, it is meant to bring the Word of God alive. Connie is the author of “Seeing God’s Hand”, a devotional that pairs her works of art with Biblical truth and inspiration for daily Christian living. Our conversation delves into the depths of her life and as we speak of her childhood experiences it becomes quite clear the ministry that God had planned for her life. I was stunned to learn that only 2% of deaf people worldwide (yes you read that right 2%!!!) have experienced the gospel. We discuss ways to change that astounding percentage. Connie gives a percentage of all proceeds from her artwork to a non-profit that aids the deaf community. You don’t want to miss this amazing conversation!**For The Art Piece Giveaway Please Follow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/acupof_gratitude for the directions to Enter to Win!! Get a Free Devotional: 7 Simple Ways to See God’s Hand in Your Life https://mastershandcollection.com/FreeDevotional The local deaf church I spoke of is Bethel Deaf Fellowship of Fayetteville, AR https://betheldeaffellowship.com/givetithe Deaf Bible Society - This is a great organization that is translating the Bible into many different sign languages to spread the gospel around the world. I’m not affiliated with them. But I have researched them and they are a great ministry for people to donate to if they feel led to do so.Website: mastershandcollection.comTwitter: @mastershandcollFacebook: mastershandcollectionInstagram: mastershandcoll *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 20 - Finding Gratitude in the Road to Royalty
This week I speak with Katherine Renteria who is a woman with a passion for serving and helping others. She is a geriatric nurse as well as a passionate lover of Jesus. She has developed many natural gifts over the years including writing poetry, short stories, songs, painting, and sketching. Katherine flows dynamically in teaching, prophetic and healing gifts. She has a passion for women's broken hearts, to see them healed and living in the fullness God intended for them! Katherine is an author who shares her life experiences in order to connect intimately with her reader. Our interview shares her struggles and her victories as she traveled the road to royalty as God’s dearly loved daughter. You won’t want to miss this vulnerable and inspiring conversation!!https://www.krenteria.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 19 - Finding Gratitude in Surrender
This week I speak with Michelle Lazurek. Michelle writes books and articles and coaches others through editing & writing. Her writing has appeared over two hundred times in various places such as Christianity Today's Gifted for Leadership, Charisma Magazine, Movieguide Magazine, Just Between Us, and The Upper Room. Michelle is also a literary agent with Wordwise Media Services. She blogs about Applying Bible knowledge to everyday life, Leadership, Making disciples through sharing your story, Making disciples in everyday situations, and how to integrate and use Scripture to answer pop culture's toughest questions. Michelle helps Writers new to the writing journey, Leaders who want to grow in their spiritual development, Overwhelmed pastors' wives who need hope and encouragement, and Christians who want to make disciples but don't know-how. You won’t want to miss this episode which is chock full of wisdom, strength, and vulnerability. You will be encouraged and inspired!http://www.michellelazurek.com/contact.htmlhttps://instagram.com/michellelspeaks?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://www.facebook.com/mslazurek*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude in Hope and Healing
This week I speak with Tracy Crump. Tracy dispenses hope in her devotional book, Health, Healing, and Wholeness: Devotions of Hope in the Midst of Illness Based on her experiences as an ICU nurse and caregiver. Her book has garnered multiple awards, But she is best known for contributing twenty-two stories to Chicken Soup for the Soul books. Tracy’s articles and devotions have appeared in diverse publications, including Focus on the Family, Mature Living, Ideals, The Upper Room, Woman’s World, and Guideposts books!! As co-director of Write Life Workshops, she conducts workshops, teaches at conferences across the country, and edits The Write Life newsletter. She is also a freelance editor and proofreads for Farmers’ Almanac. We have a down-to-earth conversation about her life, her struggles, and her victories. We look at the sacred process of healing and caregiving. As a caregiver to my parents currently, I found it to be one of the most encouraging interviews to date! Tracy and I have become fast friends. She is talented, humble, and kind! Tracy and her husband, Stan, live in north Mississippi. They homeschooled both their sons and now dote on five completely unspoiled grandchildren. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode! Connect with Tracy at:Website: https://www.tracycrump.com/Website and The Write Life newsletter: https://www.writelifeworkshops.com/Caregivers Corner blog: https://tracycrump.com/blog/Serious Writer Academy course: https://www.seriouswriter.com/tracycrump/Amazon book link: https://amzn.to/2OinraHBook trailer: https://youtu.be/zixdBhD3gV8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJG2MZ2V8yDpF2vhKgYM4GwSocial media links: https://linktr.ee/TracyCrumpCaregivers Corner: https://tracycrump.com/blog/*Theme Music” Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 -Episode 17 - Finding Gratitude Searching Your Soul
This week I speak with Heather Carter. She was born and raised all over the West Coast. Heather never lived in any one state for longer than 5 years until she moved to Illinois where she has been for 26 years. Heather is married and has 3 children. She and her husband served at Hope Church for 20 years and now they write, preach, and work in the community letting God use them wherever He needs to. Heather writes a lot about cancer, addiction, and diseases of the soul. Diseases like worry, fear, control, comparison, and resentment, just to name a few. We all have them and she is brave and vulnerable enough to speak about hers in order to reach others who are navigating their own struggles. You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and open conversation as we open up our souls. You will be encouraged and inspired! http://heathercarterwrites.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude in the Miracle of Life
This week I speak with Adam Wood. After the birth of his son; who was born at just 25 weeks weighing 1 lb 4 oz. He spent 135 days in the NICU with his wife as their son fought for life. During this time, his faith and love for his son were tested. His son has since made a miraculous recovery and now Adam dedicates his life to helping other families find healing through humor, faith, and heartwarming stories. He created the social media site Preemie Adventures and wrote his first book, “Our Preemie Adventure”. The book uses humor and fun images to convey a story of hope and bring families all across the world together. We have an honest and in-depth conversation where Adam recounts his time serving in the military, his difficult childhood, and the amazing ways that God has brought his life to this very moment full of blessings and opportunities to help others who are going through their NICU journey. You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and vulnerable interview! https://www.preemieadventures.com/https://instagram.com/preemie_adventures?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=*Them Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude through Journaling and Prayer
This week I speak with Allison Hodges. She says that she has been a Jesus-loving, prayer-warrior, hot-mess-express, WIP ever since she met Jesus. Shortly after college, she married Adam. They have been married 22 years now, and have been in counseling the whole time! They have 3 children. Allison’s greatest longing in life is that her kids would know Jesus and walk with Him. She is passionate about God's Word, and truly believes in the power of prayer - Her “hell no" is spoken out against the twisted distortions women believe about their beauty, worth, and purpose. Her “heaven yes" is the truth, hope, and freedom she finds every day in Christ! Allison writes about all these things (plus marriage, parenting, food, faith, and home) on her blog. She says that she is a struggling [redeemed], broken [beautiful], recovering extrovert [gimmeallthealonetime] and has spent the last 8 years in eating disorder recovery [better late than never]. You won’t want to miss this encouraging story!https://allisonghodges.comIG @penandpew *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of every Season
This week I speak with Randy Kinnick. Randy was raised in Tenn. The divorce of his parents, when he was 12 years old, rocked his world. As Randy grew he began to have a more mature understanding of his faith and relationship with the Lord . At age 19, after making plans to pursue a degree in architecture, God changed his direction completely and He answered a call to ministry. In those years of learning and growth, Randy sensed that mental health therapy would play an important role in his ministry and enrolled in college where he earned an M.Ed. in Counseling. He has since seen God’s hand at work to lead him into and through many wonderful opportunities of ministry around the world. Randy has served in pastoral roles, through preaching, teaching, counseling, and evangelistic effort. His skills of writing have been utilized to contribute to both published and non-published works of Bible study materials, small group curricula, periodical articles, and blogging. His gift of teaching has taken him across the United States, France, Canada, and the country of the Philippines. And has had opportunities to touch lives in the Philippines and Honduras. Randy’s burden for battling human trafficking has led him to work in the country of Thailand. Randy has been amazed to see the hand of God at work to do things above and beyond his imagination He currently serves as the Therapeutic Foster Care Program Director for the Mid-North Region of Tennessee. This week, we discuss his own traumas and struggles and the real need for normalizing mental health in the church and the world. You won’t want to miss this vulnerable and honest discussion! Instagram: @tandemcoachTwitter: @Tandem_Coachingwww.facebook.com/tandemcoachfb*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 13 -Finding Gratitude in Breaking Free
This week, I speak with Mandy Leigh, a certified Transformation Coach, focusing on mental and spiritual wellness. She brings a unique approach to healing by combining the power of the supernatural with holistic healing methods and techniques. Mandy has received training in Biblical Counseling, Psychology, Inner Healing, and Deliverance through a wide variety of sources. She serves on multiple inner healing and deliverance teams and also serves on the board of F.R.E.E., a non-profit organization focusing on bringing healing and restoration to sexually exploited women and raising awareness for human trafficking - Mandy is a certified coach for Kingdom Builders Academy. She has appeared on multiple episodes of TV and radio shows. She is a published author, speaker, and coach. She has overcome many traumatic life events. Her story includes overcoming abuse, sex trafficking, addiction, divorce, and mental health disorders. Mandy walks with her clients, guiding them through the healing journey, Meeting them right where they are and She helps shine the light of truth into the dark spaces. Mandy has a true passion for her clients and their freedom. You don’t want to miss this vulnerable and encouraging conversation!Www.MandyLeigh.comFacebook.com/Mandy.leigh555Instagram.com/mooneymandyhttp://freedomrainsretreat.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude Through Purpose
This week I speak with Darlene Larson. The message of hope in Darlene’s coaching, inspirational speaking, and writing is a flame that is fanned by God’s passion and purpose in her life. She is a Professional Certified Life Coach, Life Purpose Coach®, Recovery Coach, and Grief-loss Coach. Darlene passionately coaches struggling Christian women to convert pain to purpose and/or doubt to determination to destiny. As founder of Hearts with a Purpose, Darlene is on her 14th year of coaching women around the world. She has also authored a 31-day coaching devotional series. In our, discussion Darlene shares the intimate and difficult details of grief and loss in her own life and how God continues to use it to help others. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!! Visit https://heartswithapurpose.com/ and receive a free devotional book https://instagram.com/heartswithapurpose?utm_medium=copy_link*Them Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Finding Gratitude in the Whole Story
This week, I speak with Cortland Jones, an author, educator, and entrepreneur. He has released 5 books and currently has his second children’s book in the process of being released later in 2022. He will be retiring from education at the end of this school year after serving 30 years in his district. Cortland operates his personal business that includes speaking and empowerment coaching and he is also the CEO and co-founder of the nonprofit organization The Better Place, Inc. In this interview, Cortland shares the traumas and struggles of his life and childhood. As we speak together we see how God has walked with him and turned those areas into purpose and ministry to those who are currently struggling. You won’t want to miss this vulnerable and inspiring conversation, you will be encouraged!! Website www.cortlandjones.comEmail info@cortlandjones.comTheme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Finding Gratitude Serving Together
This week, I speak with the Dandelion Sisters, four of six sisters born in eastern states, who made their way west to Wyoming after their parents divorced. Having grown up with faith, singing, and performing together, music became the glue that kept them close through a difficult time. Singing and performing songs that resonated a hopeful message soon provided a sense of purpose woven throughout their own pain. Today, they are grown with families all still residing in Wyoming. Through the years, each sister has continued the work of healing and honed in on her unique gift. Last June, they reignited a message of hope with their blog, Dandelion, Potholes, & Wrinkles that they write together. The strong desire to share a message of unrelenting hope through struggle is how their blog was born. Dandelions represent bringing their childhood back to its playful innocence while remaining resilient through life’s storms. Potholes represent all those obstacles they plowed through as kids, and continue to navigate with the healing power of Christ. Wrinkles represent the growth and wisdom that has come with time and healing. You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth conversation which is rich with the insight of four unique perspectives. You will be inspired!https://dandelionsisters.com/Instagram: @dandelionsisters4 https://m.facebook.com/dandelionsisters4/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude in Learning to Thrive
This week, I speak with Marva Smith, a Caribbean-based management & leadership consultant, work and life strategist, author of the best-selling book, Time to Thrive, and co-author of She Writes for Him: Black Voices of Wisdom. Yet, her favorite titles are daughter of God, wife to her husband of 18 years, and mom to two teens. As a Certified Life Breakthrough Coach, she is passionate about equipping, inspiring, and empowering women to thrive beyond the nine to five, and does this through her courses, coaching, and online community Time to Thrive Women. Her ideal day starts while it’s still dark with her Bible in one hand and coffee in the other. We take a vulnerable dive deep into her life from childhood to the present uncovering the beautiful thread of the faithful presence of Jesus. You will be encouraged and inspired!MarvaSmith.com@marvatsmith on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterestfree THRIVE Assessment at bit.ly/gettothriving *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude in th Mary and the Martha Moments
This week I speak with Claire McGarry. She is the author of Grace in Tension: Discover Peace with Martha and Mary, and the Lenten family devotionals With Our Savior and Abundant Mercy. Claire is the founder of MOSAIC of Faith and she endeavors to bring more people to God through her retreats, women’s groups, and writing. Claire was a missionary in Guatemala And now lives in New Hampshire with her husband and three children. She currently blogs at ShiftingMyPerspective.com. You won’t want to miss our discussion which looks at the realities of our hearts as we traverse this difficult life. Sometimes we find ourselves more like Martha when we long to be more like Mary. Through down-to-earth and vulnerable conversation, you will see your story in Claire’s story and you will be encouraged!https://www.facebook.com/ClaireMcGarryAuthorhttps://instagram.com/clairemcgarrywriteshttps://shiftingmyperspective.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude in the Healing Journey
This week I speak with Karalyn Schmidt. She is a full-time Fitness Program Manager and Personal Trainer and Outside of her full-time job She is involved at a local high school where She serves as the Assistant Varsity Field Hockey Coach. Karalyn also coaches individuals who are training for various running races. Running is her favorite activity and She is currently training to run her dream race, The Boston Marathon. Karalyn has a heart of service and remains thankful for all the areas in life that God has her where She can reach others to encourage, motivate, and empower them. Her life sounds so healthy and focused, right? And it is, but Karalyn has been through a long and difficult recovery from Anorexia which began in her younger years. You will agree after hearing her story that Her faith and courage are unmatched. In our interview, She recounts her struggles and victories. Her resolve to take these experiences and use them to help others is amazing! Her greatest hope is that her life story is a light of hope for others and a testament to who God is and what He's done in her life!https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/https://www.facebook.com/karalyn.schmidt https://instagram.com/kj_schmidt20?utm_medium=copy_link*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 -Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude in Speaking Life
This week I speak with Wilma Hollis, who is a speaker, author, and creator of life-giving resources. Her mission is to empower others with the knowledge to practically apply the Word of God to their lives and their circumstances. Our words have power, and that’s why Wilma equips Christians to align their words with God’s word to overcome adversity and live victoriously. Wilma says, “When you understand the power of your words, instead of saying what you have, you will have what you say!” Wilma shares openly about her childhood years and life experiences in this episode, which ultimately led her from struggle to victory. I believe each of us grows up deciding what we will choose to believe or reject oftentimes we end up believing lies and allow them to become our truth, but the word of God is a plumb line, a mirror and an arrow meant to keep our hearts in alignment with the truth of God and our eyes fixed on Jesus. You will see your story in this story of discovery and faith and you will be encouraged!WILMAHOLLIS.comLIFESPEAKTV/YouTube@WilmaHollisLifeSpeak Instagram@WilmaHollisLifeSpeak. Tik Tok*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude in the Pursuit of God
This week I speak with Jay Lee who is a Christian Blogger and host of the Daily Sabbath Podcast. Jay has a passion for communicating God's word in a simple and relevant way. He enjoys engaging with diverse audiences across lines of ethnicity, culture, and theological beliefs. Jay served as a pastor for over 13 years, but he didn’t always have a faith. God pursued Jay with a lot of love and an amazing plan for his life. Having a real relationship with Jesus changed him from a kid who didn’t even think about God into a man who shares the gospel every chance he can with kindness, attentiveness, and grace. This interview was Jay’s first experience on the other side of the microphone and it was awesome to see the thread of God’s provision for him from his childhood up until now. You will see a lot of your story in Jay’s story and you will be encouraged!Dailysabbath.comInstagram @dailysabbath *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude in the everyday Moments
This week I speak with Sarah Geringer who is a Christian author, blogger, speaker, podcast host, and artist. Sarah finds encouragement in the everyday moments that God provides. She ministers to many through her writing and speaking and specifically to adult children of divorce in her podcast “Heart in a Drawer”. As a child of divorce, she is able to help bring healing from God’s word to the wounds carried by children of divorce into their adulthood and often into their own marriages. Sarah’s 2nd Podcast, “Finding Peace in God’s Word” is an overflow of her blog. It’s a place to find biblical solutions to every problem you are facing. Her myriad of published works are written with encouragement and truth as the foundation. Sarah captures biblical principles and shares them in a way that is easy to receive. She helps transform your mind which in turn transforms your heart. Sarah is a Wife and mother of three who loves to be creative and express herself through her art. You will see your story in Sarah’s story and you will be encouraged! SarahGeringer.com https://www.facebook.com/sarahgeringercreateshttps://www.instagram.com/sgeringerhttps://www.twitter.com/sarahgeringerhttps://www.youtube.com/c/sarahgeringercreateshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-geringer-creates*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude in Wild Contagious Hope
This week I speak with Amber Higgins. She is an entrepreneur, award-winning actress, producer, and artist. Amber has brought her vision and creativity to life through her film career, ministry, and clothing designs. She is committed to helping people conquer their fears with the goal of teaching others how to enjoy the journey of living a purposeful life. It is important for Amber that each person understands why they were made as in Psalm 139 which reveals that each person has a story to bring glory to the kingdom. We discuss her life experiences in a brave and vulnerable way. It’s amazing to see how Amber took the very things that were meant to keep her down and used them as an incentive to be fierce and bold! The hope she found from her faith in Jesus has propelled her forward. I love that her boldness and hope are contagious, that she inspires others to rise up and walk into their calling too! You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!Instagram @wildcontagioushope@citizenglory@tenfourfilmsllcWildcontagioushope.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude Doing it God's Way
This week I speak with Erica McKinney. She has been a highly successful Hairstylist for 17 years, and Erica has become an independent recording artist, singer-songwriter, and worship leader. She loves music that inspires growth and change, music that causes us to remember what truly matters. After years of achieving incredible goals that the world would say is a success, Erica began to hear God’s plans for her life. The way she was living was literally making her sick, but God had plans for her healing and wholeness. You will see your story in Erica’s story, the struggle between worldly success and kingdom purpose, which I believe we all struggle with (It’s a constant tension for Christians). Erica loves being a wife taking care of her and her husband’s home, and she enjoys cooking healthy homemade recipes that she creates from scratch. She loves being with family and enjoying every moment to the fullest. You won’t want to miss this vulnerable look at the transformation of her life, one obedience at a time.ericareneemckinney.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” By Ketsa
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude From the Hope in the Journey
This week I speak with Angela Farlow. Angela grew up in Quincy Illinois along the Mississippi River. She began questioning her faith in Middle school and now volunteers with Middle School youth and pours into the lives of children in Africa. It’s amazing to see how God uses her healing and Hope to reach others. When attending a Christian College in Ohio Angela was able to work through the hurts and wounds that she experienced growing up in a split home as well as learn more about what a relationship with Christ really looked like. All along the way She met people that loved her and helped shape her into the woman she is today. She created a mission statement for her life to: “love any person who walked in front of her in order to show them a glimpse of how much God loves them”. After graduating Angela was willing to go wherever God wanted her to go. God led her 8 hours away to a Non-Profit in Pennsylvania to work serving and loving vulnerable children in Kenya. God has provided for her every need and Angela has been obedient to her calling. You won’t want to miss this down to earth vulnerable Episode!https://www.chariotsforhope.orghttps://www.facebook.com/chariotsforhopehttps://www.instagram.com/chariotsforhope/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Bonus Episode #4
This week is the last Bonus Episode. It’s My gift to you for the Holidays. I have been sharing various parts of my personal story with you each week until season 3 begins which will be next week. I have included special interactive features to allow you to look more closely at your own story! You’re invited, so please join me! I can’t wait to spend time with you! Wishing Happy and Healthy Holidays to Everyone!!! 🎁🎄🎉 Resource shared is from my Book “Crumbled A Place for Broken People” Here is a link for purchase of interested in a hard copy - the book is currently on sale for the Holidays https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578502143/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_57NJ43Q2HE9G4S58WTTT*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Bonus Episode #3
This week is Bonus number three. It’s My gift to you for the Holidays. I will be sharing various parts of my personal story with you each week until season 3 begins. I will include special interactive features to allow you to look more closely at your own story! You’re invited, so please join me! I can’t wait to spend time with you! Wishing Happy and Healthy Holidays to Everyone!!! 🎁🎄🎉 Resource shared is from my Book “Crumbled A Place for Broken People” Here is a link for purchase of interested in a hard copy - the book is currently on sale for the Holidays https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578502143/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_57NJ43Q2HE9G4S58WTTT*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Bonus Episode #2
This week is Bonus Episode number two. It’s My gift to you for the Holidays. I will be sharing various parts of my personal story with you each week until season 3 begins. I will include special interactive features to allow you to look more closely at your own story! You’re invited, so please join me! I can’t wait to spend time with you! Wishing Happy and Healthy Holidays to Everyone!!! 🎁🎄🎉 Resource shared is from my Book “Crumbled A Place for Broken People” Here is a link for purchase of interested in a hard copy - the book is currently on sale for the Holidays https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578502143/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_57NJ43Q2HE9G4S58WTTT*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Bonus Holiday Episode #1
Okay friends it’s time for our Bonus Episode Series to begin! This week is Bonus number one. It’s My gift to you for the Holidays. I will be sharing various parts of my personal story with you each week until season 3 begins. I will include special interactive features to allow you to look more closely at your own story! You’re invited, so please join me! I can’t wait to spend time with you! Wishing Happy and Healthy Holidays to Everyone!!! 🎁🎄🎉 Resource shared is from my Book “Crumbled A Place for Broken People” Here is a link for purchase if you are interested in a hard copy - the book is currently on sale for the Holidays https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578502143/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_57NJ43Q2HE9G4S58WTTT*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2- Episode 21 (Season Finale)
Today I speak with Lauren and Jonathan Bittner who are local therapists. Listeners submitted questions for them and this is the episode where they share the answers! You won’t want to miss this amazing conversation. Lauren is a licensed professional counselor. She specializes in the treatment of complex trauma, anxiety, panic, and addiction. She has a private practice with offices located in Skippack, Pa, and Chestnut Hill, Pa. Lauren loves iced coffee, hanging out with her dog, and thrifting. Jonathan is a mental health therapist, social media influencer, Business Owner, and combat veteran. He enjoys helping others and spending time with his wife and dog. He has offices in Chestnut Hill Pa. You don’t want to miss this enlightening episode which is chock full of practical information and wisdom (Just In Time for the Holidays). Be sure to listen and learn some wonderful tips for dealing with difficult relationships and ways to start living in a healthier way for the New Year! I Learned so many practical tips and you will too! Instagram.com/instill.hope.create.change https://lauren1bittner.wixsite.com/instillhopeInstagram.com/philadelphia_mental_healthhttps://www.chestnuthilltherapycollective.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 20 - Finding Gratitude in the Healing
This week I speak with Natalie. She is a mom to 3 boys through adoption & birth, a professional branding photographer, an author, and a podcaster. In all she does she hopes to create a safe space for everyone to show up exactly as they are, without shame, and at the end of the day, that’s all she hopes for too. Natalie is honest and raw when it comes to sharing her traumas, her transformation, her victories, and her growth since unpacking the realities of how purity culture and man-made church rules led her life into a tailspin that left her questioning everything she had always believed. We discuss divorce and blended families, false doctrine, and the truth that Jesus has to offer. We look at the difference between the rebuke of these topics from church culture and the deep healing Natalie has received from a good and gracious God who loves her completely through it all. You don’t want to miss this heartfelt and candid conversion. You will see your story in her story and you will be encouraged! https://amzn.to/3cGFvnPwww.Instagram.com/Natalie.kristeen www.Facebook.com/nataliekristeenwrites www.nataliekristeen.comInfo@nataliekristeen.comwww.Instagram.com/nolongerwepodcastwww.Facebook.com/nolongerwe www.nolongerwe.com*Them Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 19 - Finding Gratitude Facing off with Feelings
This week I speak with Jessica Hottle. She is a faith-based fitness coach, podcast host, best-selling author, and speaker with a heart for teaching women how to dismantle the lies that keep them from healing and wholeness. She is the author of 4 books with her new book coming out this fall titled “Face Off with Your Feelings: Break Up with the Lies From Your Past and Embrace the Truth for Your Future”. Jessica is the host of What’s The Truth, a show where she challenges the way her listeners think so they can change the way they live. She inspires and encourages thousands by sharing her own personal struggles, victories, and journey through life. You will see your story in her story and you will be encouraged to think and live in ways that bring freedom and healing! Instagram.com/jessicahottleJessicahottle.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude in Beauty from Ashes
This week I speak with Sue Corl. She is an international women’s conference speaker, author, mentor, Bible teacher, Cru missionary, and founder and director of Crown of Beauty International. We hear her personal story of shame and brokenness which becomes the genesis of her passion to see women set free to live in the truths of who they are in Christ and the love of God. Sue served as a missionary for twenty-five years in Asia and currently travels to minister to women throughout Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the U.S.. Her story begins as a child who endures the agony of numerous facial reconstruction surgeries that end up leaving the biggest scars on her identity and in her heart leaving her to question her self-worth. You will be mesmerized by this vulnerable story and how God helps Sue to see her true beauty and worth. You will be encouraged and inspired! Crownofbeautyinternational.cominstagram.com/crownofbeauty_international/facebook.com/CrownofBeautyInternational/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 17 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of the Battle
Meet Seglinda. She is a married mom of three who used to be a hairdresser but became ill with autoimmune conditions, leading to early retirement. She is artistic, quirky, upbeat, and passionate. Did you ever look back at your life and see that you were in a constant battle? But, Like Seglinda, can you also clearly see that every step along the way, God provided amazing people to strengthen and encourage you in your faith? This is Seglinda’s story, a story of God’s faithfulness in every attack and storm! You will see your story in her story, and you will find yourself cheering as God strengthens and frees her from abuse, oppression, and fear to give her hope, purpose, and freedom as He leads her home to Himself - You will be encouraged and Inspired!*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude Embracing Your Story
This week I speak with Theresa Miller. She is a wife, mother of four, and homeschool parent. Weaving words together has been the expressive outlet she has enjoyed from a young age, bringing clarity to life’s complexities. Theresa authored Heavenly Glimpses blog from 2009-2014, where she captured glimpses of the extraordinary in the ordinary everyday life of motherhood . She has been published on InCourage, Sally Clarkson’s Mom Heart blog, MOPS ezine, and others. She currently writes encouragement for women on social media and manages and writes a blog with three of her sisters. As we looked back at her life over the years it became cathartic to see how God had been truly writing her story all along. Don’t we all try to steal the pen away from Him and write a few chapters on our own? I know I have! But He so graciously weaves even those rebellious moments intricately into the kingdom story He has for us. You will see your story in her story, in the beautiful plans God has for our lives even in the midst of difficulty and You will be encouraged!www.dandelionsisters.com. IG @heavenlyglimpsesIG @dandelionsisters4 FB pages: Theresa M. Miller, Writer Dandelion, Potholes, & Wrinkles*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude While Navigating Narcissism
This week I speak with Heather Jeffery. She is a Christian writer, a mom, and a full-time physical therapist. Her blog, “Straighten Your Crown”, is a place to find encouragement. Heather writes to share hope with others who are walking through difficulty and defeat with the goal of redirecting focus from our circumstances onto God’s promises. Heather has learned how to thrive after narcissistic abuse and desires to help other women in their recovery journey as a certified narcissistic abuse recovery coach to empower women with Biblical truth. You don’t want to miss this brave and powerful episode. You will be encouraged!IG: @straightenyourcrown.1Heatherjeffery.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude is the Response to Grace
This week I speak with Peyton Garland. Peyton is the author of "Not so by Myself” which was released during the pandemic to find an audience ready and waiting to embrace its authentic message. In this episode, we discuss her struggles with OCD, loneliness vs solitude, faith, and being open to the miracles in the everyday moments that God offers us. You will see your story in Peyton’s story and you will be encouraged and inspired!https://www.amazon.com/Not-So-Myself-loneliness-instead/dp/1946277800https://peytongarland.meInstagram: @peytonmgarlandauthor*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Finding Gratitude in the Beauty of Surrender
This week I speak with Andrea who is an artist, an author, and a book illustrator. But more than all of these accomplishments, Andrea is an overcomer and a survivor. Join us as we speak candidly about her life, the unforeseen battles, and the ultimate triumphs thanks to her faith in the power of Jesus to heal and give her freedom. You won’t want to miss this brave inspiring story! Instagram @andreaschnellbrasierhttps://www.facebook.com/Drawn-To-Paint-232757743595273/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude Around Every Corner
This week I speak with Rachel Mains. She shares candidly about her life. Rachel’s honest introspection is encouraging and refreshing. She has worked in Christian TV and Radio is a singer-songwriter and is currently the co-host of a show with international guests. She shares freely about her traumas and her triumphs. You won’t want to miss this interview, you will be inspired. RachelMains.com CornerCafeRadio.com E3Assistance.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Finding Gratitude in the NICU
September is NICU awareness month which makes a commitment to inspire hope and to honor families experiencing a stay in the neonatal intensive care unit and the health professionals who care for them. In line with this effort this week I am sharing Sarah Ward’s incredible story! Sarah has three children all of whom had a stay in the NICU. Her first birth of her twins found her being rushed to the hospital only two days after her baby shower. Her girls were whisked away from the operating room without her ever getting to hold them, or worse yet even see them - Heartbroken and confused by the realities of their situation the Wards plodded through until the girls were able to come home. When their son was born he was 37 weeks Sarah had high hopes of a more typical birth experience. She was able to hold her baby after giving birth to him and all seemed well until they took him for some tests and never brought him back. The trauma and disappointment came yet again and Sarah and her husband did their very best to make it through - Having survived all this, they wanted to give back somehow to the amazing NICU community and organizations that help NICU families, so they wrote a children’s book which we will tell you all about in the episode. The thing I find so beautiful about that is that when their girls had their stay Sarah’s husband loaded his arms with books from home and spent the days reading to the girls as a way to bond with them when they weren’t yet able to hold them. He also encouraged her to take a poem that she had written the girls as their birth story and turn it into a children’s book to bring hope to others going through what they had endured. You will be inspired by this raw honest conversation about their experiences!Www.littlewardbooks.com *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Finding Gratitude in the Fast Lane
This week I speak with Laura Mendenhall, an author, coach, wife, and mother. You won’t want to miss this amazing heartfelt conversation about so many aspects of her life. We talk candidly about how the church needs to find ways to help families with special needs children, about laying down what you thought life would be like to help your child live the life they deserve, about choosing perseverance instead of failure, about appreciating the here and now, seeing the true value In the things that are right in front of you, and about adopting a 24-hour mindset to purposefully love fast and live slow. You will be inspired!https://lovefastliveslow.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude During a Sacrificial Season
This week I speak with Mary. Mary is a wife, a mom, a grandmother, but there was a time when she wrote books and spoke on stages sharing her deep struggles with Anorexia and her victory through Christ to become a personal trainer who experienced the gift to not only keep her body healthy but to help others to do the same. As life went on she had to work a regular job at Wawa to help support her family. Stuck in what she calls a “sacrificial season” for much longer than she imagined, she has laid down her dreams in order to follow God’s leading even though she doesn’t understand why he has her where he does. Can you relate? Have you ever been doing exactly what you felt you were on this earth to do and then suddenly everything changed? Are you waiting for another turn to step into what you have been dreaming of? But what if God were using Mary to do something unimaginably more than what she could do writing books and speaking at conferences? What if the scope of her presence in the everyday moments had a greater impact on the world for God’s kingdom? What if God placed a shining light in the darkness? What if he does that with us? Will we shine for him even when we struggle with the darkness around us? You won’t want to miss this vulnerable interview. You will see your story in Mary’s story and you will be encouraged!www.facebook.com/motheri-in-love-devotional-series-womens-conferences-141879122511339/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude One Step at a Time
Meet Candice Reyes a new upcoming Speaker, Podcast Host, Author, and Educator. In our interview, she shares some of the difficult struggles in her life in order to share the beautiful ways in which God redeemed them! Candice wrote two books both highlighting 3 Biblical Practices to ignite our relationship with God. Her first book, A 15 minute "Date" with God: Strengthen Your Relationship in 3 Ways, made the Top 100 Books sold on Amazon and won the 2021 Christian Indie Award for the Bible Study Category. This July her second book came out titled Awake My Soul: 3 Ways to Ignite Your Relationship with God guiding men and women on a personal one-on-one with God in a minimum of 15 minutes. Candice is the Executive Director of Hooks2Crook Ministries, Inc. Hooks2Crook is a Non-Profit that loves God and inspires others to know and love Jesus through Biblical teachings that encourage obedience to God’s calling as they progress from a fisher-of-men to a shepherd guiding new disciples of Jesus Christ. Candice hopes to encourage, equip, and endorse others to step out in faith utilizing their God-given talents and gifts for His glory. You will be inspired! Hooks2crook.com*Theme Music “BLessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Music
Hannah Schaefer is a compelling Contemporary Christian Music artist. She is a passionate speaker & a multi-international award-winning singer/songwriter who has opened for Christian artists such as Matt Maher, Matthew West, Fr. Rob Galea, Mac Powell, Building 429, and more touring internationally and playing over 500 shows across the United States. She has also accumulated over half a million streams as an independent artist and just continues to pick up steam and I believe it is because you can hear her heart and experience her deep faith in every beautiful song. Our discussion is down to earth and honest as she delves into childhood bullying, family Challenges amid difficult diagnosis, and moments of deep personal struggle, but through it all Hannah was always writing lyrics to the One who was her constant, to a God so personal and real that as a child she wrote sticky notes to Jesus and let them go into the wind trusting they would find Him. You won’t want to miss this powerful conversation filled with hope amidst the desperation and challenges of life. You will be inspired!Hannahschaefermusic.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude Navigating Domestic Violence
Meet Tania. Statistics show us that one in every four women suffers alone in the chaos of domestic violence. Tania found her way out of that dark place and into a healthy life for herself and her children. She is currently married and a mother of 5. Tania serves on 2 boards, as a co-chair for the Violence Injury Trauma Action Team, and as a member of the Coordinating Council Board for Family Domestic Violence. She is currently running for the title of Mrs. Southern Maryland International 2022 (the inspiration behind that was her desire to use the platform as a way to speak on the topics She is most passionate about: mental health and domestic violence). This opportunity will allow her to give voice to serve her community and the world. You will be inspired!! Instagram.com/tania_ceasarcornwell*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude on Each Side of the Lens
Meet Danielle McAlpine Johnson who lives by the words: “Where passion meets pain, we find purpose”. Having been a model, TV show creator, cast member, film director, and producer, Danielle knows the industry from both sides of the lens. She and her husband (singer-songwriter) Chico Johnson formed CheekyMac Productions together. Recently they produced the series, “Beyond the fire” which is a documentary series following the stories of Australia's unsung heroes as they band together to create life from ashes after the Australian black summer bush fire Crisis. She created and co-stars in the TV series, “Behind the Sash” which she describes as: “Take the raw doco style of Ross Kemp, the charitable heart of Undercover Boss, the glamour of Australia’s Next Top Model – throw it in a pot and you have BEHIND THE SASH!”. In each episode, they travel to one unique location, shine a light on one issue of injustice and discover one extraordinary woman taking a stand. Danielle and I have an amazing down-to-earth conversation where she is able to share her struggles, triumphs, hopes, and passions. And we talk about her next amazing project as well!! - You will be inspired!! Cheekymac.com *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude in the Pit
Meet Christie Browning. She is an award-winning author, a TEDx speaker, an inspiring coach, a motivational speaker, and a podcast host. If you’re reading this, this brave and vulnerable interview is meant for you!! When Christie found her life spiraling away from her lovely Christian upbringing it took her by surprise and when she one day found herself in jail it was beyond anything she could have ever imagined. But Christie made a decision in that place, she decided to be grateful, she wanted to leave there different than when she came. She began the practice of finding good things in a place that isn’t known for goodness, better yet she became expectant based on her faith in God for new good things to come each and every day. I know I sometimes am challenged to do that, but Christie through daily journaling and Intentional heart work left jail as a new woman. Her heart is to reach and encourage other people who have slidden into a place that they too never could have envisioned. If nothing else, Christy will inspire you!!! She uses her pit as her platform and is empowering and encouraging people everywhere every day by sharing her experiences, her faith, and her freedom christiebrowning.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Anxiety
Meet Emily Rogers. Emily is an artist in the Philly area. Four years after graduating from studying fine arts in college, she is now balancing a photography business, a 9-5 job, serving at her church, and finding time to have community. Throughout the past few years, Emily has struggled with anxiety and depression, but through putting her trust in God, has been able to manage it and use God's strength to pour into the next generation. You won’t want to miss the down-to-earth and vulnerable episode! Many suffer from anxiety and through sharing her story Emily hopes to encourage others who struggle with mental health challenges to seek help and get freedom!! www.emrogersart.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude in Overcoming Destructive Anger
Meet Natalie Hixson. She is a wife, mother, and certified professional life coach who helps discouraged Christian moms overcome destructive anger and burnout. After learning to thrive in motherhood and process anger in a healthy way, Natalie became convicted to help other moms process their anger, learn to identify their triggers, and ultimately control their reactions to those triggering situations. You won’t want to miss this amazing story!http://www.nataliehixson.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude in the Ripples of Revival
This week I speak with Nalini. She shares her story because she believes everyone is born with dreams for the future then reality strikes its hurdles and before you know it, the dream is a distant childhood fantasy, not suitable for adults. You have to go on a journey of self-discovery that leads to molding and shaping like you never expected to then come out years later still holding on to the very same dream, only this time, you’re ready for it. But this will only happen if you don’t allow the hurdles to sabotage the dream. She stands alongside the dreamers, the visionaries, the ones who cling on to a hope that this season will pass, and if I simply endure, stand firm, I will see my dream come to fruition. Nalini was the holder of dormant dreams and as a result, lived with a silent ache for way too long. What She didn’t realize was, that by shoving her dreams and desires into the back of the wardrobe, by writing herself off, disqualifying, and self-sabotaging herself, She was quietly dying on the inside. Sound familiar? She was becoming a lesser version of herself and in doing so, was unable to give the best to her loved ones. The ripple effect is far-reaching and doesn’t stop with you. We have way too much to give to allow lies and hurdles to rob us of who we really are! You don’t want to miss this story of self-reflection, perseverance, and hope! nalinitranquim.com/learnmore*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 25 - Finding Gratitude Pursuing Purpose
You won’t want to miss this week's episode! We end Season One of “A Cup of Gratitude” talking with Jasman Rolle. He is an encourager and a catalyst in the lives and careers of so many. Everyone I have ever met that knows him has stories to tell about how he has blessed them (myself included). Jasman is a Christian creative coach with a heart to see others excel in their areas of giftedness. Jasman is an international-award-winning producer and songwriter. He is the founder of Purposed 365 and Higher Level Agency. He hosts his own podcast and has a clothing line too! You will want to hear his story. It’s a story of humility, endurance, patience, hard work, and a whole lot of faith. You will see your story in his story. He knows that we all have a purpose and his purpose is to encourage and inspire others to walk in theirs!! There are times when you meet someone special, someone, who doesn’t even see how many lives they have enriched by merely being who they are, and Jasman is one of those people. He is an example of how we should all be living our life as a good steward and a dependable friend who only sees how he might help others rise up and walk in their destiny!Purposed365.com Instagram.com/purposed365 *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Episode 24 - Finding Gratitude in Giving
This week I speak with Stephanie L. Jones. She is an author, a keynote speaker, a TEDx speaker, a life coach, a podcast host, a wife, and always a giver. Her life’s work challenges us all to serve others and to live a life of gratitude in everyday moments. You won’t want to miss this amazing story of how God took an introverted young girl with a big heart and placed her on the stage, in people’s lives, and on platforms that together reach a multitude for his kingdom. You will be challenged to find those platforms and stages in your own life, giving gratitude one opportunity at a time! You will be inspired and encouraged! Givinggal.com *Theme Music “Blessed Time” By Ketsa
Episode 23 - Finding Gratitude in God's Plan Not in Man's
Meet Viktoria Taylor-Richardson. She has served our country in the military, planted churches in both America and Africa, started a business, published books, received a Masters of Divinity in global studies alongside her existing Masters of religious education. She is CEO of Precious Jewels Mentoring Program for girls in Kenya and is building a school for orphans in Africa. The list goes on! But, unfortunately, much like many of our experiences, Viktoria has had her struggles with the often narrow vision of people for her life. Thankfully she has chosen to believe a God’s vision for her instead, and He has blessed her efforts! Her struggles and her victories will inspire you. And as I write this, I realize that her name, “Viktoria,” literally means victory! God had an amazing plan for her life from the very beginning, and He has one for yours too!! theneighborhoodchurch.net*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 22 - Finding Gratitude Forging Forward
This week we speak with Vita Panico. You won’t want to miss this honest and inspiring story. Have you ever had to push forward through times you didn’t understand? Have you been knocked over when you were blindsided because you expected everyone to be like you? I think we have all been through such things, but we are called to keep on keeping on, to rise above our circumstances, and to rise up into the calling God has on our lives! That’s exactly what Vita has done. You will see your story in her story. Vita Panico is the prayer director for the International Women’s ministry, “Women on the Frontlines”, Author of the book, “Gatekeepers Arise” and a business owner. Her passion is to help people recognize who they really are and fulfill the destiny assignments on their lives. You will be encouraged! Wofl.org VitaPanico.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/www.wofl.org/ *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Episode 21 - Finding Gratitude in the Process of Adoption
This week we talk with Jackie Wrede. You won’t want to miss this heartfelt and candid look at her family’s journey navigating adoption and the foster care system. There are unforeseen twists and turns and a system that sometimes fails to prepare one for reality. Jackie felt a strong calling to adopt children from a very young age, but she never could have imagined the journey God would take her on. Jackie shares that the spectrum of emotions and experiences on this ride have been wild and at times overwhelming for her, but through it all, God's peace that surpasses all understanding has been the constant! Her story will resonate in your heart as it is a story that we all go through one way or another, a story of learning to trust God when we don’t understand what’s happening around us!Resources: https://www.adoptuskids.org/adoption-and-foster-care/overview/adoption-from-foster-carehttps://www.adoptivefamilies.com/how-to-adopt/foster-care-adoption/adopting-from-foster-care/https://nfyi.org/adopting-from-foster-care-clarifying-the-misconceptions-to-build-a-loving-home/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Episode 20 - Finding Gratitude Through Faith & Entrepreneurship (Pouring into the Nextgen)
It isn’t often you meet someone like Ronald Morrell Jr. - Ronald is a husband, a father, a Jesus follower, an entrepreneur and so much more! It would have been easy to keep his eye on the prize in business as he naturally excels there, but when Ronald saw the needs and the struggles of impoverished youth it moved his heart to help and he turned his focus, his business knowledge, and his faith towards them. Ron pours into kids helping them to succeed in providing a better future for themselves while always pointing to Jesus and sharing his deep faith. You won’t want to miss this amazing story of how God is moving through Ronald and his beautiful family. We all can’t help everyone, but every one of us can help someone. I am so grateful for Ronald’s example. You will be inspired!www.ronaldmorrelljr.org*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Episode 19 - Finding Gratitude in Every Move Along the Way
This week we speak with Eric McMahon. Eric has been in vocational ministry for 16 years as a missionary, youth pastor, and church planter. He is currently serving as pastor of a church plant called Watershed Church. Having fought for Racial Reconciliation within the church his entire career, he is a charter member of the Culture Ethic and Justice Coalition which seeks to be a prophetic voice to the church issues of race and justice. Eric is married to his High School sweetheart, Christy, they have 5 amazing children who all still live at home. The story of Eric’s life reads like a novel: moving a lot as a child, making and leaving friends, finding his voice and his footing all while doing his best to trust God in the highs and the lows of life. Eric is kind, intelligent, compassionate, down-to-earth, relatable, and hysterically funny (a pretty great combination for the call God has on his life). Join us this week for an incredible story of stepping into the unknown. In his story, you will see a lot of your own story and you will be encouraged to keep going! Watershedphilly.com *Theme Music “blessed Time” by Ketsa
Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude Navigating Life With A Child on the Spectrum
This week we speak with Jenna. Jenna candidly shares her journey of navigating life with a child on the spectrum. She gives an honest and vulnerable voice to the experience of seeking a diagnosis for her child and finds herself always advocating for her son Isaac. This beautiful story allows us to see God’s presence and loving provision all through Jenna’s life. She shares a number of valuable resources for parents who are beginning the same journey as well as innate wisdom that only a mother's love can attain. These resources are helpful for other parents on the spectrum: https://www.autismspeaks.org/https://paautism.org/- Local PA Autism resourcehttps://autismnavigator.com/- A really useful resource that provides videos and examples of what young toddlers on the spectrum look like behaviorally and signs professionals look out forhttps://marybarbera.com/new-book/?wickedsource=google&wickedid=CjwKCAjwjuqDBhAGEiwAdX2cj025GyqYetHbmp4-2BKTlm73het26JPukwugPxqP5NS7xcGn6qjn3RoCIDEQAvD_BwE&wv=3&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=10197486444&gclid=CjwKCAjwjuqDBhAGEiwAdX2cj025GyqYetHbmp4-2BKTlm73het26JPukwugPxqP5NS7xcGn6qjn3RoCIDEQAvD_BwE- A great book that just came out about navigating difficulties in young children with Autismhttps://www.chop.edu/health-resources/early-intervention-agency-pennsylvania- Local*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 17 - Finding Gratitude in the Rocky Road to Jesus
Today we talk with Tischa van de Reep. You won't want to miss this episode. Have you been through painful loss and trauma? Have you felt restless? Have you tried filling your emptiness with anything you can find (and everything you can think of), and yet, you’re still feeling unfulfilled? Have you struggled under the weight of it all? I think we can all relate to these difficult times, these seasons when we feel lost, cut off, alone...You will see yourself in much of Tischa’s story, and if you’re still in those difficult places, you’ll see that there is an incredible Hope available to you, a peace and a purpose for your life. Tischa harnesses the darkness of her past to create a sense of belonging for those who may consider themselves outside of God's love, favor and grace. Settle in for a story of desperation, transformation, and hope. You will be inspired!www.tischavandereep.comwww.instagram.com/tischa.vandereepwww.facebook.com/Tischa-van-de-Reep-Author-389431051604724/*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude in Freedom
When running away from everything brought Billy face to face with a grim reality, God met him in that desolate place. Billy Ballenger is a Christian Music Artist with a story that leads him to jail and to Jesus! He emerges a new man and shares his story to help others. He will be in the “Light The Way Music Festival” this summer, and his new single “The Tree and The Nails” is playing on the radio and on streaming platforms. We all have a story and he has one full of grace and gratitude. So settle in and get ready because this one is filled with so much amazing goodness! Instagram: @billyballengermusicfacebook.com/billyballengermusicyoutube.com/billyballengermusicbillyballenger.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude When You Don't Feel Like it
This week I am talking with Karen Stacy, an author, Jesus follower, wife, mother, and grandmother. She is an indie author of a children's book. We talk about real life, our struggles, messy moments, beautiful surprises, living purposefully with the fruit of the Spirit, loving those around us well, and the gift of having gratitude for all that we have even when we “don’t feel like it." You won’t want to miss this candid and heartwarming story filled with hope, wisdom, and lots of genuine love.WWW.littlebirdpress.comInstagram: @littlebirdpress*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude in the Middle
In this episode, we talk with Nancy Martin. You won't want to miss this vulnerable and down-to-earth conversation. Nancy shares with us some of the ways that she sees the Lord working in a season colored with disappointment, waiting, and hope in God's purpose. If you want to hear how God is so present in the midst of our disappointments, seasons of waiting, and times of tearing down to rebuild, then this episode is for you. We are all going through something together right now, both individually and as a world. It connects us. You will see God moving and working in her life and I believe as you listen, you will be able to see ways that God is doing the same for you. I trust that you will be encouraged. Nancy works with Crown of Beauty International, a ministry that she will share about as well, please find the links below.www.instagram.com/crownofbeauty_internationalwww.crownofbeautyintl.wixsite.com/crownofbeauty*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 13 - Finding Gratitude in Victory over Vanity
You won't want to miss this amazing transformative story! This week we talk with Sara Broyhill Anderson. Sara is a wife and a mother of five, a Christian apologist with her Juris Doctorate and Masters of Divinity in Apologetics as of May 2021. She founded Fruits of Faith Ministries in 2016. She is a speaker with Women of the Well Communicators and a member of the MOPS speaker network. Sara is also a Lawyer and an author of two books! "Wow" you're probably thinking, "that's a lot to be proud of", and it is! Sara lives a truly accomplished life, and yet, at a moment when she was so focused on these worldly accolades and achievements, God loved her enough to interrupt her life with the truth that she so desperately needed to hear. Her story is one of inner struggle. She had a deep need to prove her self worth and I think we can all relate to that in one way or another. You won't believe all of the twists and turns her life has taken, and yet, looking back, God was always with her. So settle in and get ready for a most beautiful story where God even once spoke audibly to get Sara to finally hear what would change the trajectory of her life and set her free!www.facebook.com/fruitsoffaithministrieswww.instagram.com/fruitsoffaithministrieswww.facebook.com/sarabroyhillandersonwww.instagram.com/sarabroyhillanderson*Theme Music "BLessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude in the Valley of the Dry Bones
I spend so much time sharing other people’s stories that I thought I’d share some of my own. Episode 12 is a solo episode celebrating my 20 years of being born again. I share with you candidly from one of my books “Crumbled A Place for Broken People”. I talk honestly about the skeletons in my closet as I begin to realize that they are actually a valley of dry bones in my heart. I discover that they are the things I thought were not only dead but so far gone that they were beyond God’s ability to revive them. Hang on as I also share about my own personal experience of accepting Christ 20 years ago as a grown woman who prior to that moment thought that church was just a facade, the Bible was fiction, and Jesus wasn’t any more than a historical figure. I wasn’t at church when I met Him, it was during an everyday moment in my own home. I am opening the door to let you into my heart, to usher you behind the curtain we all hang, and beneath the mask, we all wear, to meet the real me and tell a bit of my own story. **And, for a limited time, this book is being offered at 40% off on Amazon books for all of you so go get a copy!Instagram: @amandaspeaksoutAcupofgratitude.buzzsprout.comFootbridgepublishinghouse.com You can find “Crumbled A Place for Broken People” at https://www.amazon.com/Crumbled-Broken-People-Amanda-Schaefer/dp/0578502143# in both paperback and ebook format #mystory #podcast #acupofgratitude *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa
Episode 11 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Grief
You won't want to miss this vulnerable, down-to-earth story about life, love, grief, and grace. We speak with Dola who runs a non-profit called "Project Bear" which extends comfort and love to many mothers who have experienced sudden infant loss. Her candor and honesty shine through as she recounts hope in the midst of mourning sharing her own personal journey.www.projectbear.com (To request a bear or to donate)facebook.com/projectbearpatreon.com/projectbearTwitter: @projectbearInstagram: @projectbearYoutube.com/projectbearEtsy.com/shop/projectbear * Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 10 - Finding Gratitude Trusting God When You're Not Sure What He's Doing
Meet Michelle who shares her story of trusting God even in the times when she wasn't sure what He was doing. We can all relate to that! You won't want to miss this down-to-earth conversation where you will see how Michelle's faith in God, despite not understanding her circumstances, in the end, brings her straight to her purpose one beautiful miraculous step at a time.www.wholesomeriches.org*Theme Music Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude in the Waiting
In today's episode, we meet Melissa and hear her story of trust in the valleys, hope in the waiting, and faith despite her sometimes overwhelming circumstances. You won't want to miss this amazing story of God's faithfulness in the twists and turns of life. Her story will resonate with your own in the times of doing everything you can to hold on and trust in a new day and that it will bring new possibilities with it. www.melissaannemusic.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude Navigating Postpartum Depression
In Episode Eight, we meet Danielle, a stay-at-home mom, and maker who has a passion to minister to and connect with Moms. She is funny, creative, intelligent, and warm. She also has been dealing with postpartum depression behind the scenes. So many people we respect and admire are dealing with unexpressed trauma and struggle. Settle in and listen to this compelling story. This episode is honest, brave, and insightful; you don't want to miss it!Danielle's Maker Instagram is: @beagsandbubs*** if you use the code "gratitude," she will give you $5 off any order of $20 or more for being an "A Cup of Gratitude" podcast listener!!!* Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude When the Struggle is Real
To be honest, I am a bit nervous about sharing this episode because I share about my own struggles. We don't like to share our icky stuff, our traumas, our perpetual sins, our broken places, so we hide those places in our lives from others and cut ourselves off as we wrestle with God. In this episode, we look at some of my "junk" and what God has to say about it. The good news is that when I am at my worst, God shows up in transformative and beautiful ways. I am sharing my story so that you can know that you are not alone in yours. so please be open and be kind as you listen. After all, we are all a work in progress. * Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa@amandaspeaksoutacupofgratitude.buzzsprout.com
Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude while living with P.T.S.D.
In this episode, we talk with Jonathan a grad school student, social media influencer, and a combat veteran. He enjoys helping others and talking about life. You won't want to miss this! Jon's story is a story of hope and victory against all odds. He shares honestly about his experiences and it is refreshing to see how he has turned his challenges into triumphs by believing that his life has a purpose and serving other veterans. He is indeed a true hero.@jbittfragrance_reviews*Theme Song "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude in a Home with Addiction
Almost 21 million Americans have at least one addiction, yet only 10% of them receive treatment. Drug overdose deaths have more than tripled since 1990. About 20% of Americans who have depression or an anxiety disorder also have a substance use disorder. More than 90% of people who have an addiction started to drink alcohol or use drugs before they were 18 years old. These are just a few of the staggering statistics out there - Episode 5 takes a brave and honest look at what it was like for Jackson as a child growing up in a household where one of his parents struggled with addiction - We discuss its impact and the way it has molded his convictions to live a sober life and never even try drugs or alcohol - His strong faith and healthy boundaries have left him as an advocate for others journeying through the same tumultuous reality - Jackson’s willingness to share and his down to earth approach to the subject make for an intimate and intriguing conversation - You won’t want to miss this Episode!Jackson Schaefer is a Graphic Designer and Co-Owner for Footbridge Publishing House*Theme Music “blessed Time” by Ketsa
Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude in Making Time to Pour Into the NextGen
This week's episode is a reflection on finding gratitude in the work of pouring into the next generation. I share from personal experience, give helpful suggestions, and take a look at what God's word has to say about this. Several young ladies whom I have mentored have shared what this experience has meant to them. You won't want to miss this episode about an often overlooked, but crucial role in our lives as Christians. *Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude in the "in-between"
Join us for a candid conversation with Jacqui a kindergarten teacher who was about to start her own business when Covid struck her family and they found themselves in an impossible situation. In desperation, she shared their story in a Tik Tok video that went viral, and now she finds herself with a platform of nearly 64 thousand followers. As she finds her footing in the midst of it all, she spends her time intentionally inventing new ways to bless others, share the gospel, and give people hope. What an amazing story!*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa
Episode 2 - The Mental Health Benefits of Gratitude
A down-to-earth conversation with Lauren Bittner, who is a licensed psychotherapist and psychology professor, about finding gratitude: Lauren specializes in anxiety and panic, trauma, and addiction. She is passionate about finding freedom through being authentic, vulnerable, and messy. She will share how gratitude changes brain chemistry and gives us insight into her role as a therapist during such difficult times. Her knowledge in the field and her willingness to share some of her personal stories is both refreshing and captivating. Find more about Lauren @instill.hope.create.change *Theme Music by Ketsa "Blessed Time"
Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude in the year 2020
This first episode includes an introduction from the host along with the crazy amazing story of her finding gratitude in the year 2020 *Theme Music by Ketsa "Blessed Time"