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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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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...
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 l...
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 Jesu...
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 contribu...
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-lead...
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 ...
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.loriv...
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 w...
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 bee...
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 BraveHeart...
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 a...
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 pre...
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 ...
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 thr...
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 nothin...
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 ...
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 ad...
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 ...
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 c...
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 ...
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