Flourish Podcast with Penny Tucci

We all have frailties in our lives. Often, we ignore them because we’re too busy, think they’re too small, too painful, or because pride, shame, and fear keep us from facing them. But we must be willing to place ourselves before the Lord to be healed. When we do, we become those oaks of righteousness that bring glory to God and restoration to others. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

"I will fight and not let discouragement win the day." -Penny Tucci. All of us have to fight for what we know—what God has shown and taught us. He has been beyond faithful. When discouraging thoughts swirl, will you choose the Truth you know over what you feel? For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

God defines His glory as His goodness. When we lose sight of Him according to His own description—His lovingkindness, mercy, and compassion—we do so to our own detriment. But when we forget, we can look up, and be reminded of His smile over us and His immense goodness. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

You will never move out of personal misery into a healthier place if you’re locked in perpetual self-pity. Let go of what is behind and go after what is ahead. Pursue Him. Don’t surrender. Don’t quit. Strive to enter into His rest. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

God is a relational genius and I am His apprentice. It’s important to understand that needing the Lord desperately is a good thing, and our willingness to live there determines our ability to influence others on His behalf. God has a settled place of quiet and safety for you. As you remain close to Him, you become His mouthpiece, able to speak on His behalf because you know Him, His ways, and His faithfulness. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Unity is created by being of the same mind, maintaining the same love, united in spirit, and intent on one purpose. Without this, a team ultimately becomes ineffective. Unity doesn’t just happen; it requires intentionality and commitment. Ask the Lord, “What does my role look like in bringing unity to this situation?” For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Our relationship with our grown children should be marked by restoration, life, and peace. In this episode of the Flourish podcast (Our Relationship with Grown kids), Penny talks about how we can approach this through the acronym RESTORE: Respect their autonomy and ability to govern themselves. Embrace them wholeheartedly. Speak affirmation over their lives. Tenderness in your voice and kindness in your posture. Offer hope for their future. Release them from past failures, weaknesses, disappointments, and hurts. And ever make intercession for them, faithfully covering them in prayer. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Often, in our effort to be fruitful, we forget to slow down and notice the beauty and the miraculous all around us. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about ENJOYING LIFE. Take time to remember God's ability, His love, His compassion, and His strength to change us, as well as His desire for us to enjoy the life He’s given. Slow down and enjoy the wonder, the awe, and the miracles that surround your life. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

What fragrant do you leave behind? In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about FRIENDSHIP. Is there room in your heart for others? When we know that we are truly loved by God, we can love fearlessly and have genuine, faithful friendships. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

We have to genuinely pursue God. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about what it means to be a friend of God. Intimate friendship with Jesus isn’t automatic—it grows out of trusting and obeying Him. That means obeying immediately, obeying even when it doesn’t make sense, obeying when there’s no visible personal gain, obeying despite potential pain, and obeying all the way to completion. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Do you mingle kindness with truth when you bring correction to someone? In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about seeking and pursuing peace. Maintaining peace takes active, deliberate effort. It isn’t passive—it requires intentional actions that often include forgiveness and accountability. Relationships should be one of the greatest areas of growth in our lives. Within those relationships, humility and continual intentionality are required to pursue peace and to build others up. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

"Our family traditions have created a beautiful sense of stability in the midst of whatever is going on around us."--Penny Tucci. As we enter this Christmas season, Penny encourages us that, no matter the challenges we face, we should pursue the things that lead to peace and build others up. This is a time to lean into the nearness of God, cherish family traditions, and connect with the people we love. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Forgiveness is a recurring challenge—and a recurring call—in our lives. How healthy is your heart? Is there anything seething beneath the surface? In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny gives a FORGIVENESS REFRESHER. When we hold onto unforgiveness, our capacity to love is hindered. We need to be honest and relentless in pursuing forgiveness. God wants us to go deeper and face the heart issue head-on. He sees our willingness to proactively forgive others not only as something He requires, but as something He rewards. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Often, when we make the right choice, our feelings will follow—rather than letting our feelings lead us. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, special guest Rachel Bimber shares insights on health and wellness from a Christian perspective. Start with small changes. Pick the most important next step. Once you’re consistent with that, make another change. Build rhythms that are predictable and sustainable. Find someone to walk this journey with you. And invite God into the process. Ladies, connect with Rachel to learn more, ask questions, and be encouraged in your health in the Flourish Health and Wellness facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1C3tZYTYG2/ For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

We can honor God with our bodies so we can live with freedom and strength for our callings. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, special guest Rachel Bimber shares about health and wellness from a Christian perspective. She reminds us that it’s about stewardship, discipline, preparation for our calling, and seeing our bodies as a gift from God. It’s not about chasing perfection—it’s about living well so that we can pursue faithfulness. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Be careful not to assume just because you feel something. In this episode of the Flourish Podcast, Penny talks with her daughters-in-law about how to build strong, healthy relationships with your in-laws—supporting, encouraging, and championing them, seeing the best in them, being quick to forgive, seeking out their wisdom and insight, and treating them like your own family. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“There are times when we have to give the Holy Spirit room to do what only He can do.”—Penny Tucci We need to be a place of kindness and truth for our kids. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Pursuing Our Adult Children, pt1. She reminds us that truth doesn’t have to be forced. It can be demonstrated by our life, attitude, choices, the fragment we leave behind. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

When Jesus knelt to wash the feet of sinful men, He modeled honor. We honor others out of honor for God. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, our special guest Joan Crombie continues the conversation on walking in honor. Honoring those who aren’t naturally honorable requires us to die to self, because it doesn’t come naturally—but you cannot truly show honor without first forgiving them. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“In the midst of grief, something has started to shift.”—Penny Tucci Today, Penny shares her heart and asks some thought-provoking questions in light of the murder of Charlie Kirk. Has our desire to be tolerant, kind, and embracing weakened our voice to some degree? Have we taken it so far that we have become passive? Are we so caught up in our day-to-day affairs that we have forgotten we are soldiers? It is time to reevaluate and reexamine our place on the wall. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Honor communicates an attitude that shapes how we relate to others. God is after the atmosphere that honor creates in a home. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, our special guest Joan Crombie talks about walking in honor. Honor calls us to obedience with the right heart, encourages a willingness to listen and receive from others, values instruction and advice, and, as the family ages together, leads us to look after the needs of parents and care for them. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Pursuing the Lord doesn’t happen passively, but takes intentional action. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we pulled one from the archieves where Penny talks about LEGITIMATELY PURSUING GOD. Sometimes we think that hearing from God should happen without consistent pursuit. How will we ever know His voice if we don’t look at His Word? We have to pursue God’s Word. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“When you’re vulnerable with others in a discerning way, they won’t respect you less—if anything, they may respect you even more.” —Penny Tucci We were never meant to do life—or leadership—on our own. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about LEADING IN LIGHT OF OUR FRAILTIES. We have to be willing to place ourselves in positions where God can use others to speak into our lives. Even as leaders, we’re not exempt from opening our hearts to honest examination. The level of humility and vulnerability we’re willing to walk in—both personally and in leadership—directly impacts the level of restoration, wholeness, and effectiveness we walk in. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“We’ve learned that what we DO together is more important than what we GET apart.”—Keith Tucci In this BONUS episode of the Flourish podcast, we flip the script and interview Pastor Keith—all about Penny! He shares what he loves most about her: her consistency, her deep love for people, and yes… how stubborn she is. You’ll hear how she’s helped him slow down, be more tender, and a few of his favorite stories. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“If we don’t do anything different, nothing is going to be different.” —Angela Shaw To walk in freedom, we have to unlearn our familiar patterns. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Sheila and Angela talk about their biggest takeaway from Flourish 2025. God is our refuge and our strength. He is good. He is safe. He is enough. We can trust Him and confidently walk forward in obedience. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Rest is on the other side of obedience, surrender, and trust. When we face discouragement, the temptation is to pull back, lose hope, or stop loving fearlessly. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about what it means to trust and obey. If discouragement lingers, it can lead to despair and even depression. But God is calling us to something greater—to trust and obey. When we take that step and walk forward in obedience, we enter the beautiful, flourishing garden He has prepared for us. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Fear is meant drive us away from our confidence in God’s goodness and faithfulness. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about DEALING WITH FEAR. We can rest in the fact that there is no fear in His perfect love. He is faithful and nothing will change that. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“Only one life too soon will pass. Only what’s done for Christ will last.”—Penny’s mom In the midst of our day-to-day lives, it’s easy to forget that we belong to God. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Engaging With Him. Each day, we have the opportunity—and the responsibility—to connect with God. We get to decide whether we will intentionally draw near to Him or not. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Viewing ourselves as insignificant, incapable, and small—despite God’s promises and His declaration to the contrary—is not a virtue; it is sin. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny asks the question: AM I A GRASSHOPPER? We cannot get caught up in our own perspective and fear. One of the greatest things we do to please God is to look at His Word, look at what He says, and believe it to the point of obedience. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“Embrace the platform of influence that you have been given.” —Penny Tucci We get to pour into people in a very intentional way. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about her experience as a pastor's wife. She shares her thoughts, tips, and lessons she's learned along the way. This episode is full of practical principles and meaningful takeaways we can all apply in our lives—no matter our role in the local church. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

"I feel desperately dependent on the favor of God."—Penny Tucci In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny is the one being interviewed! She shares some fun stories about the first time she met Pastor Keith, what she loves most about him, her favorite parenting moment, the hardest season she’s been through as a parent, her favorite Scripture in this season of life—and she even shares her favorite dessert! For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

God wants our hearts to be flourishing. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about FLOURISHING. God is trustworthy. God is for us. And He has a part we must play in this flourishing of our hearts. Our part—trust and obey. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

"This is not going to be just a political solution—we need an act of God."--Keith Tucci In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guest, Keith Tucci, talking about his recent trip to Ukraine. "Their hope is in the Lord. They believe that they are going to emerge from this without being captivated by Russia. They are fighting for their lives for that freedom and the Church is fighting for their souls." For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“Through the way we live—our actions, words, and even what we choose not to say—we are defining for the world what Christianity is.”—Michelle Frie In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guest, Michelle Frie who shares about Being a Woman of Influence. It starts with time with Jesus. Daily time with the Lord is vital for not just our spiritual health, but also for our mental and physical health. Take that time to get with the Lord and then go out in the world and do something for Him. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Worrying is the opposite of faith and will have the opposite effect. Instead of opening a door for God to bring change, it closes the door and does not invite His ability in. We can NOT worry because we are so valuable to God. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny encourages us that God won’t let us down or not take care of us. He is a legitimate Father who is willing to take all of our cares. We can trust Him and rely confidently on Him. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Pursuing the Lord doesn’t happen passively, but takes intentional action. Ultimately our pursuit will determine our outcome. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about PURSUING GOD. Sometimes we think that hearing from God should happen without consistent pursuit. How will we ever know His voice if we don’t look at His Word? We have to pursue God’s Word. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

God freely gives us all things. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about being FREE. How do we participate in this freedom? We come to know, through an intimate knowledge of our Father. We have a responsibility to pursue God. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

We are not on our own. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about GOD WITH US. God positioned Himself to be so close to each of us; so close that we are never alone. We are never without His presence, His peace, His strength, His help. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“The relationships I have had with women in my church have been treasures to me.” —Penny Tucci Friendship with people in the church should not be optional. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS IN YOUR CHURCH. The gift of true friendship is priceless, but it doesn’t just happen. Friendships are built; they require pursuit. One kindness at a time will ultimately yield friendship. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

When you begin to respond in anger, it can very easily become a pattern. If you abandon the quarrel before it begins, you don’t have to go back and clean up the mess. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about being SLOW TO ANGER. When we slow our emotions down and don’t give them liberty to dictate our actions, we are able to move forward with wisdom and understanding. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“I don’t fear many things in life, but I do fear the UPS driver who drops off all of the Christmas presents that Penny buys.” —Keith Tucci “I have always loved Christmas!” In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about WHAT CHRISTMAS MEANS TO ME. She shares about the different Christmas traditions her family enjoys. She encourages us that our whole lives are about Him and Christmas day is just an extension of that. Take the opportunity to love on people well and show them that they are valuable, loved, and are precious to you and to the Lord. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

There is One who can handle ANY situation and we have FULL access to Him. We are not people without an answer or hope. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about ENTRUSTING YOURSELF TO HIM. When we have hard situations, draw near the Lord and surrender to the One who is kind and caring and has our back. Don’t retaliate or get in a tizzy. The Lord will handle the issue on our behalf as we draw near to Him. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny encourages us with another Verse to Live By. God is not just asking us, but urging us to call each other up with accountability, give others confidence to move forward through encouragement, come alongside and assist others when they need it, and be patient with everyone as He is patient with us. We urge you, brethren, admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with everyone.—1 Thessalonians 5:14 For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“Some of what I was slapping God’s name on with my kids was really just my own insecurity of letting go of my role in their life.”—Dawn Quintrell In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guest, Dawn Quintrell. Dawn shares about letting go of her expectations for her adult kids. We have to give our kids the ability and freedom to walk on their own two feet with God. We have to trust that we have taught them and trained them and now they have to take that training and put it into action. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

“When my kids got older, I assumed I would always have that role of a parent, but my kids didn’t need to be parented anymore.” —Dawn Quintrell In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guest, Dawn Quintrell. Dawn vulnerably shares how the problem with her relationship with her adult children wasn’t because of her children, but her unwillingness to change her role in their life. Your adult children don’t need you to parent them anymore. A lack of boundaries can be the reason that you can’t have the relationship you are trying so hard to have. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Scripture is full of God’s kind promises to us who have chosen to surrender our life. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Not Wanting for Any Good Thing. We have to be willing to believe that God meant what He said and we qualify as His covenant children, therefore we can apply those promises to our lives. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

If we want to make a difference in this world, we have to go against the grain. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Seeking and Pursuing Peace. When something happens that really cuts to our heart, it is hard to seek peace. But we are ambassadors of God’s heart. He has pursued us relentlessly with His goodness and steadfast love. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

If we continue down the road of bitterness, it will completely separate us from God. Bitterness causes us to be locked up inside. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about THE EMBITTERED HEART. Surrender to Jesus gives us thoughts, wisdom, and insight that is not available in our own ability. When we are angry, bitter, or stubborn, we cannot seem to find the solution or the ability to go forward. But humility and surrender lifts the fog and allows us to see things in light of Jesus. This is not human nature. This is divine. And that is where we need to find ourselves. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

The most vital thing to me as a Christian is my willingness to believe God. Today we are releasing an episode from the archives where Penny talks about ALWAYS BELIEVING. We are the only one who can take responsibility to remind ourselves that He is our true and faithful Father. Scripture promises us that if we return and give up the distrust, that He will give us a settled place of quiet and safety and He will use us to minister and be His mouthpiece. Remember His goodness and faithfulness and let that hold your heart close to Him. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ and, through us, diffuses the fragrance of His knowledge in every place.—2 Corinthians 2:14 God uses us to make clear what it means to know Christ like a fragrance that fills the air. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about THE FRAGRANCE OF CHRIST. We have a mandate from God to make it known to others around us what it means to know Christ. This doesn’t automatically happen. We have to be intentional about spending time with the Lord, letting Him work in our hearts, and diffusing Him to others. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

The Word works for those who work it. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about God using the gifts He’s given you to make room for you. The Word of God is powerful in our lives. It gives us grace to overcome and live in a way that He wants us to live with His leading the way, not our own propensities or weaknesses. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com