Hope Smiling Brightly with Amber Dawn Pearce

In this podcast episode, Amber shares personal stories and insights to encourage listeners to redefine their perceptions of wealth and worth through a Christ-centered lens.  She recounts childhood memories of living in unconventional homes with a back-to-nature lifestyle, highlighting the contrast between societal measures of wealth and the true value found in a life centered on Christ, family, and service. The discussion delves into the pitfalls of comparing oneself to others and listening to worldly voices over God's words, drawing from scripture and personal anecdotes to illustrate how understanding one's belovedness as a child of God is crucial to recognizing true worth.Follow Amber on InstagramWatch on YouTube Song- Own Your Belovedness by Sarah Kroger00:00 Welcome to Hope Smiling Brightly00:13 Listener Love and Gratitude01:15 Sponsor Shoutout: Thrive Life01:58 Episode Introduction: Finding True Wealth and Worth02:18 A Hippie Childhood: Embracing Simplicity09:14 The True Meaning of Wealth and Worth13:28 Overcoming Comparison and Embracing God's Love16:57 The Power of Words and Believing in Our Worth22:56 Owning Your Belovedness27:43 Conclusion: Trusting in the Lord's View of Us

This episode  recounts the powerful true story of Amber’s parents' transition from a life of substance abuse in a hippie commune to finding faith in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It covers their early life filled with drugs and searching for meaning, encounters with pivotal figures that sparked a desire for a better life, and the series of spiritual and personal transformations that led them to a devout Christian life. Their journey showcases the impact of sincere faith, the power of change, and the belief that Christ reaches out to all, regardless of past choices, offering hope and redemption. The narrative is interspersed with personal reflections on the nature of addiction, divine love, and the testimonies that brought them closer to God, culminating in a life devoted to serving others and sharing their faith.You can see pictures by following Amber @amberdawnpearce on Instagram and view the "My Crazy Story" Highlight Bubble Linked HereOr watch this quick video on YouTubeGo Here to learn more about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and request a free copy of The Book of Mormon.Go to amber.thrivelife.com and set up a delivery for 15% off retail price and free shipping on orders of $100 or more.00:00 Introduction: A Sensitive Journey of Transformation00:49 Sponsor Spotlight: Thrive Life's Impact01:28 From LSD to LDS: A Family's Radical Change03:38 A Hippie Commune Encounter: The Beginning of a New Path09:57 The Spiritual Awakening: From Hallucinogens to Holiness18:20 A New Direction: Embracing Faith and Leaving the Past Behind28:11 A Life Transformed: The Power of Faith and Service33:09 Reflections and Lessons: The Reach of Christ

The Real Reason Why We Get Stuck in Fear In this episode, Amber Pearce shares her profound encounter with a homeless woman while waiting for her son, exploring the themes of choice, compassion, and divine guidance. She discusses the importance of understanding our divine assignments and the power of free will. Through personal reflections and biblical teachings, Amber highlights how incorrect perceptions of God fuel fear and hinder our spiritual growth. She urges listeners to engage in service and self-reflection to truly know God and discover the gifts they possess, emphasizing the impact of individual contributions regardless of magnitude and the exchange of divine gifts for service. The episode calls for a reassessment of our views on God, challenging listeners to seek a deeper relationship with the divine and use their unique gifts to aid in His work.Get Freeze Dried food with 25 year shelf life by visiting www.amber.thrivelife.com and setting up a delivery to get 15% retail price and free shipping on order over $100. 00:00 Welcome Back & Gratitude for Support00:29 Sponsor Shoutout: Thrive Life. 01:34 A Life-Changing Encounter: The Story Begins01:57 The Harsh Reality of Addiction and Homelessness06:23 A Divine Intervention and Personal Revelation08:11 Understanding Our Divine Purpose and Gifts13:26 The Parable of the Talents: A Lesson on God's Nature16:12 Overcoming Fear and Misconceptions About God22:56 The Importance of Giving Back and Knowing God30:47 Closing Thoughts: Christ's Generosity and Hope

In the inaugural episode of 'Hope Smiling Brightly,' Amber Dawn Pearce shares her journey from a unique upbringing to developing an unshaken faith in Christ. Raised off-grid by converted hippies in a large, blended family, Amber's life was far from ordinary, involving significant challenges and moments of introspection often mistaken for sadness. She discusses overcoming the 'happy when syndrome,' where joy is deferred to future circumstances, and recounts how striving for perfection led to exhaustion and a realization that her understanding of God was fundamentally flawed. Through years of refinement, Amber learned to focus solely on looking to God daily, allowing His truth to replace incorrect beliefs and bring about transformative change. She emphasizes that Christ's healing power, patience, and gifts of the Holy Spirit are essential in personal growth and overcoming the adversary's influence. Amber vows to use her gift of testimony to encourage others, urging them to believe in God's promises, cultivate their spiritual gifts, and recognize the abundant resources available through faith in Christ, especially in these latter days.You can  join Amber on all social media platforms @amberdawnpearce00:00 Unlocking Unshaken Faith in Christ00:29 Introducing Hope Smiling Brightly: Amber's Journey01:44 The Power of a Smile: Overcoming Life's Challenges03:11 Embracing the Gospel's Joy: A Personal Transformation05:55 Foundational Principles for a Fulfilling Life12:08 Harnessing the Power of God in Our Lives17:19 The Ultimate Gift: Believing in God's Promises22:08 Christ: The Source of Our Hope and Healing23:49 A Call to Action: Cultivating Faith, Hope, and Charity