Rambling Through Everyday Life Podcast

If you love a little Christmas crazy mixed with a whole lot of Jesus, this week's conversation will make your heart happy.  It's festive, it's fun, and it's full of joy that lasts longer than the season as we keep coming back to the good news in Luke 2:10–11: "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy for all people." Shop Oxbeau for all the men in your life  Buy the Granny Pants game here Order Susannah Lewis' new book "A Weekend on Allyson Island" here  Learn all about the Christmas market in Culllman, Alabama here We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus in our everyday lives while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok  

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and the perfect time for Susie Said So: Christmas Edition!  Grab a peppermint mocha and join us as we discuss all the things you need to know this season, including: 🎁 Our favorite gift ideas  👗 Holiday fashion and the color that's trending this season 🎶 The Christmas songs on repeat in our homes and cars 🏡 Hostess gift ideas that are thoughtful and easy 📖 Our new memory verse for December to help keep our hearts centered in the season It's lighthearted, practical, and full of ideas to help you enjoy the holidays without stress and without forgetting what matters most! As always, thank you so much for listening!  We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus in our everyday lives while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Here are links to Susie's gift recommendations:  Doona Trike: Doona Liki Trike S3 | Modern Nursery™ Little Tykes Story Dream Machine: https://amzn.to/44HrLV9 Little Bible Stories:  https://share.google/Yl56rlwW1rKukOgDg Little sleepies pajamas:  https://littlesleepies.com Find Susie's incredible Walmart finds here: wool coat and barn jacket Want to book a beach trip?? Here's the rental link to Susie's fabulous condo: Gulf Shores Vacation Rental | Beach Club D-801 | The Beach Club | Condo Rental on iTrip.net Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges and would like to schedule a visit, do that here and then let us know you are coming! Fran works at Union so just shoot her an email: fthomas@uu.edu. Rambling Social Media pages: Facebook page Instagram TikTok

Follow KK on Instagram here!  Her account on IG is a great place to see what she is cooking. Then for anyone local wanting to see her website and order food from her, click here! KK and her buddy, Kayla Corona with Wildflourloaves, work together and provide amazing bread and sweet treats for J-Town Coffee in Jackson. J-Town Coffee has a storefront and us locals are so happy for them. They have a Facebook page you can like and follow.  Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges and would like to schedule a visit, do that here and then let us know you are coming! Fran works at Union so just shoot her an email: fthomas@uu.edu. Rambling Social Media pages: Facebook page Instagram TikTok

In this week's conversation, we're talking about the simple joys of everyday life and the beauty of true discipleship. When someone comes to know the Lord, what happens next? Who is coming alongside them as they begin to grow? And are we growing in God's Word so we can pour into the people around us? We also chat about accountability: what it is, what it isn't, and why real accountability isn't about policing behavior but holding someone's heart with care and honesty.  Plus, we share our November memory verse: Philippians 4:8. We'd love to hear your thoughts on discipleship, accountability, and how you're living out your faith in everyday life. We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus in our everyday lives while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

In this week's conversation, we have an update on Fran's social experiment, her super fun estate plan, and our new favorite matchng sets, volunteer opportunities, and bible teachings.  We also share our November Blessing Box project, our new favorite questions to ponder, Angela's new bible and our November memory verse.    We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus in our everyday lives while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Local folks find a Blessing Box here  Softies Marshmallow Collection matching sets Learn more about the Gospel Justice Center Beth Moore's new teaching series "Shameless" Experiencing God Bible Bible Recap Bible GOOD QUESTIONS TO ASK (Rich Villodas) What's your relationship like with God Where do you feel pressure or stress? Where do you need help discerning? What are you learning? Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

This week's podcast might just be one of our favorites yet. We talked about cozy fall things like a cranberry orange simmer pot and deeper things, like our thoughts, our struggles, and the way God transforms us through them. Somewhere between laughter and reflection, we found ourselves saying, "We've lost our ability to consider other perspectives," and it hit us hard. We also talked about how sin, as painful as it is, can be the very thing God uses to change us from the inside out. And then this question: "Are you thinking about what you're thinking about?" Because we average 10,000 thoughts a day, and each one can either pull us closer to life and peace or further into chaos. Philippians 4:8–9 is our memory verse this month, and it's such a grounding reminder: to center our minds on what's true, noble, pure, lovely, and praiseworthy—and to actually live it out. When we do, the God of peace meets us right there. We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus in our everyday lives while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Cranberry Orange Simmer Pot Recipe for Fall and Christmas Candle warmer lamp Granny Pants Yard Game  Knowing God by J I Packer Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok  

Happy 200th episode to all of us!  We cannot believe it!  In this fun conversation, we laugh and reminisce our way through some of our early days and how we even got here.  So many of you have been right there with us the whole time, and this episode is dedicated to each and every one of you, regardless of how long you have listened.  We love y'all so much! We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  We want to hear from you! How long have you listened to the podcast? What have you enjoyed or want to hear more of? Do you have a favorite episode? What guests would you like to hear from next? Some of our favorite quotes from this episode:  "You just start somewhere and you figure it out. There were stories to be told and we had lots of things to say.  We just showed up and started talking." Fran  "The consistent thing in every episode is we will always talk about the Lord and also the fun and ridiculous things in our lives.  We have stayed true to who we are. There is a zero percent chance we will ever be too serious." Fran "Whatever hard thing you are doing, take time to celebrate the wins, no matter how big or small." Angela  "Maybe you've said 'no' to something and you need to rethink it. Be brave enough to see what the Lord can do when you step outside your comfort zone." Angela  Giddy Up, Eunice: Because Women Need Each Other! by Sophie Hudson October memory verse: 2 Timothy 1:7 "For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind and self-control]." Prior episodes we referenced: Lydia Brown & Atlas - 9/29/20 Audra Teague - Episode #71 Being Prepared with Rayna Bomar - Episode #117 Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

This week's episode is full of real life and real faith — from Wendy's chili 🍲 and football chatter 🏈 to Fran's NYC adventures 🗽 (hello, Oyster Bay!) and even a little zombie paintball 💥. But beyond the laughs and stories, we're diving deep into what it means to do hard things — to step into new, uncomfortable, and stretching seasons — and how the Lord meets us right in the middle of it all. We are both learning that we're not failing… it's just new. We're growing in dependence on the Lord, recognizing that self-sufficiency feels safe and comfortable, but true transformation happens when we rely on Him completely. You'll also hear updates on Fran's final paper, some honest reflections on emotions, and a conversation about increasing our prayer lives and Bible literacy within the context of community. 📖 "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind." — 2 Timothy 1:7 ✨ Tune in for encouragement, laughter, and a reminder that the Lord is faithful to meet you wherever you are — even (and especially) in the hard things. We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus in our everyday lives while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

This week's conversation is full of fall break fun including Angela's recent trip to Chicago and Fran's next adventure.  Fran shares more great questions we can ask our children (and ourselves) as we consider who are becoming.  We also contemplate the difference in ruminating vs. meditating as we consider our memory verse for October, 2 Timothy 1:7: "For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and a sound mind." We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Favorite quotes and books referenced in this episode: "Leadership is easy to visualize and harder to actualize." Dr. Dub Oliver Leadership is a journey, it's never a destination.  We should always be learning and growing and evolving.   If you are experiencing a spirit of fear, that is not from the Lord.  We have to know the difference between the two.  God doesn't want us to be shy with his gifts, but bold, loving and sensible. Are you ruminating, meditating or marinating? Giddy Up, Eunice! Because Women Need Each Other by Sophie Hudson Entrusted Bible Study: A Study of 2 Timothy by Beth Moore Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

This week, we are joined by our dear friend and best-selling author, Susannah B. Lewis.  You will love Susannah's humor and authenticity as we discuss our faith and the challenge she placed before us at the Rooted and Rising Women's Event last month.  We talk about the four types of soil and the condition of our hearts, and Susannah shares what prompted her to grow deeper in her relationship with the Lord.   We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus in our everyday lives while also learning, being challenged, and growing together, while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Favorite quotes from this episode: In praying for wisdom, the Lord gave me the desire for His Word. We have to be rooted in God's Word, or there is no fruit. God wants to transform our hearts!  Ezekiel 36:26 "I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh." There is a difference between being saved and being surrendered. The fruit doesn't come from dipping the plant in the soil.  It has to be rooted there.   As I am growing spiritually, my thoughts have changed. My interests have changed.  I am so on fire for the Lord that He has taken priority in my life, and my social media reflects that.   I have come to know just how much I need the blood of Jesus, which in turn makes me bolder to speak that.  We are called to be bold!  That's what he wants from us! The older we get, the more hungry we become for the scriptures! We better understand what Jesus did for us, and we do not take that lightly! If we are struggling to fast from something, it has become an idol.   We should be grieved by what grieves God. Our whole lives are a war between the flesh and the spirit.   "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." Proverbs 4:23 Just because someone is older, that doesn't mean they are wise.  Look for the fruit.  Don't take spiritual advice from someone who is not in God's Word.  We can be aware of what is going on in the world without being consumed by it.  We will drift if we aren't actively drawing closer to the Lord.   Ecclesiastes 1:18 "The greater my wisdom, the greater my grief. To increase knowledge only increases sorrow." Our memory verse for October: 2 Timothy 1:7 "For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline." Pre-order A Weekend on Allyson Island on Amazon here Follow Susannah on social media!  She's on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow Fran and Angela on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

This week, we share what we learned from our September memory verses in Colossians 1, and Fran shares our new memory verse for October, plus her takeaways from a powerful ministry event with Jaco Booyens on Union's campus last week.  We talk about the power of confessing our sin and praying protection over one another, plus the prayer Jesus prayed over us in John 17. We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Did you memorize Colossians with us in September? What is the Lord teaching you through these verses?  "For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you. We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and giving joyful thanks to the Father,who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light." Colossians 1:9-12 "It's time for us to be done with shallow, surface level faith.  There is so much to learn, and the Lord wants to be engaged with us through his Word." Fran   We have a new scripture memory verse for October: "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but one of power, love, and sound judgment." 2 Timothy 1:7 CSB Learn more about Jaco Booyens Ministries Listen to a sermon by Jaco Booyens here John 17:11-19 "I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name, the name you gave me, so that they may be one as we are one. While I was with them, I protected them and kept them safe by that name you gave me. None has been lost except the one doomed to destruction so that Scripture would be fulfilled. I am coming to you now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have the full measure of my joy within them. I have given them your word and the world has hated them, for they are not of the world any more than I am of the world.  My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one. They are not of the world, even as I am not of it.  Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth. As you sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world. For them I sanctify myself, that they too may be truly sanctified." Learn more about UniteUs Movement with Tonya Prewitt & Jennie Allen  The Dangers of a Shallow Faith: Awakening from Spiritual Lethargy by A.W. Tozer Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

Our hearts are so tender after the last two weeks and yours probably is, too.  We recently spoke at the "Rooted and Rising" event with our dear friend Susannah Lewis and loved being with those precious ladies (it was so fun seeing several of our listeners there!)  In this episode, we continue that conversation including what the Lord is teaching us and what we are constantly being convicted of.   As always, we hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Watch "Rooted and Rising" on Facebook here Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

Join us for a somber but hopeful conversation about how we are processing this past week, the death of Charlie Kirk, and the evil in this world.  We are so thankful that we have the eternal hope of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.  We share our personal testimonies and why Jesus is the only hope we have and the only hope we need.  If you are struggling and need someone to talk to, please reach out to us.  If you need help finding a church to attend, we invite you to come sit with us.  Our time on this earth is so temporary, and it is our sincere hope and prayer that you find a life changing relationship with Jesus Christ.  He loves you so much.   We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus in our everyday lives while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

In this week's conversation, we have more hot takes and some big wins to celebrate!  We also consider whether we are really walking the walk or just talking the talk, and the importance of good coaching plus accountability.  We wrap it all up with the beautiful prayer found within our September memory verses, Colossians 1:9-11 "For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you. We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience" We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus in our everyday lives while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

This week's conversation begins with our usual fun, lighthearted rambling as we get caught up on all kinds of things, but then becomes more serious as Fran elaborates on a Facebook post she wrote several weeks ago about a scary situation in our hometown.  Fran shares how jail ministry gave her new perspective as the Lord continues to teach us so much about this world and all the people in it.   We hope this conversation causes each of us to consider who we are, what we believe, and what we hope for those desperately in need of Jesus.  Every single one of us is broken.  We all sin.  Our sins aren't the same, but sin is sin.  Good works can't save us.  Religion can't save us.  Only Jesus saves. The cross is proof that our greatest need has already been met in Jesus. "We've all wandered off, but the Good Shepherd came looking for us." Isaiah 53:6. "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." Romans 3:23 "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 6:23  "Jesus answered, 'I am the way and the truth and the life.  No one comes to the Father except through Me.'" John 14:6 "But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us." Romans 5:8 "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whosoever believes in him will not perish, but will have everlasting life." John 3:16 If you don't have a personal relationship with Jesus and have questions or want to talk further about any of this, please reach out!  We love y'all and always love hearing from you. Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

In the Season 6 opener, we have a fun summer recap plus an honest look at what happened when we stepped away from social media.  We share what the Lord taught us in the silence, what it means to "burn the ships" and how we plan to move forward.  We sure did miss y'all this summer and we are so excited to be back for more rambling!  We love y'all and hope you have a great week! Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

It's our season 5 finale!  Can y'all believe it's finally summer?!  We have updates on the farm (including swans, turkeys and a famous band member), Kaylee's graduation party and Fran's fabulous grad gift.  We also share our opinions on weighted vests, small town courthouses, and Grandma hobbies.  For our spiritual segment, we discuss our upcoming social media fast in July (join us!) and the books and podcasts we are loving right now.  We wrap it all up with a beautiful passage from Psalms 111.  We sure do love y'all and hope you have the very best summer!  Fran's fabulous melamine Walmart dishes Order a weighted vest here  Learn from our favorite menopause expert Dr. Mary Claire Haver and The Pause Life Clever Poppy embroidery kit  Proverbs 16:24: "Kind words are like honey— sweet to the soul and healthy for the body." We LOVE connecting with you!    Join our Facebook group   • Follow us on Instagram • Follow us on TikTok   

Are you reading scripture with Tara Leigh Cobble and the Bible Recap?  Be sure and watch King of Kings! Susie highly recommends Nuuly for your clothing needs! Susie loves these hair vitamins! Susie loves this high end shampoo for her grandson's curly hair! Here are some fabulous swimsuit links:  Check out Modily Check out Cupshe  Check out Summersalt Check out Albion So many fun things to see on Susie's daughter's IG! Callie's friends love these podcasts and we do too: Allie Beth Stuckley BigBoo Podcast Jennie Allen Follow all things Rambling on IG, Facebook, and yes, even TikTok sometimes.   

In this conversation, we are joined by one of our very favorite college friends, Sydney Whittaker.  Don't let her young age fool you!  You will quicly see why we love her so much and love learning from her!  Sydney shares her newfound love for the Greek language and how it has grown her faith.  We also discuss the importance of obedience and what the Lord is teaching her personally in this season. Be sure to subscribe to Sydney's new podcast "Made for More" where she and her best buddy Aryn Roberts share what the Lord is doing in their lives.  Listen to Sydney's new podcast "Made for More with Aryn Roberts and Sydney Whittaker" Proverbs 16:24: "Kind words are like honey— sweet to the soul and healthy for the body." We LOVE connecting with you!   Join our Facebook group • Follow us on Instagram & TikTok