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A Burst of Hope invites you to the table to hear real life conversations with fellow hope seekers. Martha Wilson and Kim Stanley, your co-hosts, have been leading in women's ministry for over 25 years. They welcome you into the stories of those who have traveled the ups and downs of life, only to find hope burst onto the scene. If hope seems like a scarce commodity right now, tune in for inspiration and a compelling invitation to find a hope that does not disappoint.
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Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Welcome to today's episode of A Burst Of Hope, where Martha and Kim explore one of the most profound questions in our spiritual journey: "Don't you care, Jesus?" These words, spoken by terrified disciples caught in a sudden storm while Jesus slept peacefully in their boat, echo our own cries when life's tempests rage around us. Fear and panic can quickly overshadow any hope when circumstances beyond our control toss us about. Yet these in...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! We are pleased to welcome Betty Jeffries to the podcast this week! Betty is married to Terry and has two sons. She was one of seven children and grew up in a home where worship and prayer were cultivated. When you hear Betty talk about her Jesus, you hear the joy of this intimate relationship bubble up from within her. If you are wondering how to live and leave a legacy of worship or need a good dose of falling in love with our Savior, ag...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! We are so delighted to introduce Cheri Gregory to you today! It is a privilege to have her on the podcast this week. Cheri is an Author, Speaker, and Podcaster who loves to help women embrace and live in their God-given giftedness. She openly shares her journey of what it means to be a "highly sensitive person." On her website, Cheri writes: "As a Highly Sensitive Person, you’re tired of… … being easily over...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Welcome to A Burst Of Hope. We are thrilled to welcome back Mary Kirby for Part 2 of Sacred Rhythms. Be sure to listen to Part 1, which aired last week. Our conversation with Mary Lynn explores how spiritual disciplines can transform our hectic modern routines into deeper intimacy with the Lord. Today, she shares more of her LGPA acrostic, concentrating on a practical way to pray for others. From creating a simple prayer box t...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Welcome to "A Burst Of Hope!" We are thrilled you are joining us, and we're excited to introduce our guest to you. Mary Lynn Kirby is a dear friend to both Martha and Kim. She is passionate about living in the awareness of God's Presence. Mary Lynn practiced law for many years and has served and continues to serve the local church and community in many ways. This week and next, we're diving into something special: gratitude journals and p...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Welcome to A Burst Of Hope! This week's podcast guest is Shandry Hembree. Shandry shares stories of her incredible life, from being an Air Force wife to owning and managing a gift shop to using her God-given gift of hospitality. Her life was interrupted by profound loss along the way. Yet the grace of God has sustained her, and her life remains one of great blessing and purpose. If you have ever wondered how to rebuild your life after d...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Welcome to the A Burst of Hope podcast! We're happy to introduce our guest today, Jane McMillan. Jane is a worshiper, has been married for 48 years, has two children, and retired from her career as a legal administrator. In this episode, Jane shares how her trust in God began as a young child. From a praying Grandmother to other people God strategically put in her life as mentors, her faith was awakened and grew strong. When we open our...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Welcome to 'A Burst Of Hope Podcast,' where your hosts Martha and Kim explore what it means to keep pressing forward even when life feels stuck. In this New Year's episode, we're diving into something powerful: the space between where you are and where you want to be. The place where you have hard questions for God. That little word 'yet' holds so much hope. It's a God-sized word that reminds us that our story isn't over. Whether you're c...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Happy New Year to you, our Burst of Hope Family! Martha, Kim, and Priscilla want to express their appreciation for your faithful following and pray for God's abundant blessings this new year. They have many surprises in store for you this year and plenty of stories of hope to be shared! This week's title, "Prisoners of Hope," may sound confusing. It's taken right from scripture, though, and Martha and Kim delve into a conversation...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Welcome to A Burst Of Hope podcast as we continue our Advent special of Unwrapping Hope, part 2. This week you will hear from 4 different women who will share their stories of Christmas Hope. Though our situations may be different from one another, hope continues to show up, to reveal itself in the person of Jesus Christ. Thank you for listening. We pray you experience this Hope that never disappoints! Be sure to share this episo...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Thanks for joining us at the table for another Advent episode of A Burst of Hope! For the next 2 weeks, you'll be hearing several stories of Hope as Martha and Kim are joined by some very special friends who will be sharing. Christmas finds us all in different places, it hits every emotion we can imagine. Sometimes we get so wrapped up in our own Christmas story that we forget about others around us. You'll get a fresh perspective on Chr...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week on A Burst Of Hope, Martha shares a special Advent episode! How are we making space to hear the voice of our God, our Emmanuel, who came for us and continues to come for us, every day? His provision of Himself as the perfect spotless lamb has accomplished everything. This is what we celebrate this advent season. No hurry, no worry, only the holy hush of hope. Our God comes. His grace is there for all the gaps. Will we believ...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Martha and Kim welcome Stacey VanKlaveren to the podcast this week! Stacey is a new transplant to Georgia; she and her husband Rick have followed God on their latest adventure post retirement and have discovered treasures along the way. Stacey shares her personal story of meeting Jesus, falling in love with the Word, and having a flat- lined hope, when she struggled with anxiety and depression. "To everything there is a season, a time to...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week on the podcast, Martha and Kim talk about the Table of Gratitude and how we can all find our place there and invite others to it. We can never overestimate the power of living with intentional thankfulness. And we find hope as we look to the tables we will gather around this holiday season. We pray this will be a sacred time of enjoying the feast at the table the Lord has invited you to, the one He graciously provides for...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Today's episode features Pat Bolton as our guest on A Burst Of Hope. Pat and her husband Gary have been married for over 50 years and have a large family of children and grandchildren. Pat was an educator for 35 years and worked in Real Estate with her husband. Together, they helped young couples who no one else would help become homeowners. Pat lives her life with open hands, always ready and willing to share what God has given her with ...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Our guest on the podcast this week is Lauren Mitchell. Lauren is a Wife, a Mom to 3, an Author, and a Speaker. She's also lovingly known as the "Chapel Lady" to the preschoolers she teaches. Behind all these hats Lauren wears so well is a heart that beats wildly for Jesus. She shares her story with Martha and Kim and her passion for journaling prayers. If you have a treasure that feels locked inside you, Lauren will show you how to draw...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Today on the podcast, Martha and Kim welcome Alison Veazey. Alison is a Wife, a Mom to two adult children, and the Co-Founder of Think Life Change, a biblical Counseling Center. She has co-authored seven books, including her latest, "Riding The High Hills: Training the Church in Love," and founded Victory Reins, a therapeutic equine riding center. Alison gets to the Heart of The Problem by sharing her counseling experience through the ye...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! We are so excited to welcome Kayla Whaley to the podcast this week! Kayla is a health and nutrition coach and a biblical mentor to young girls. But there is so much in this young woman; her passion for life and God is infectious, and you will love her as much as we do. Please check out the links below to learn more about her. Kayla Whaley - Instagram Juniper Mentoring Health Coaching Thank you for being part of our BOH famil...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Martha and Kim are excited to welcome Mary Frances Bowley to this week's podcast! Mary Frances is a well-known community leader; she founded WellSpring Living, an anti-trafficking organization that provides comprehensive care for survivors. She recently became co-leader for Open Prayer Spaces, a local chapter of the international 24-7 Prayer movement. We all know how important prayer is in a believer's life, but praying in communit...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week, we are thrilled to welcome Kathi Lipp back to the podcast! Kathi is the Publisher's Weekly bestselling author of 20 books, including her latest book, Sabbath Soup, which launched last week. In addition to being part of the InCourage at Dayspring writing team, she is the podcast host of Clutter Free Academy and Writing At the Red House. Martha and Kim are part of her online coaching program, "The Red House Writers Collec...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! On this week's podcast, Martha and Kim discuss the importance of hearing God's voice. Martha interviews Kim about her ministry of One Thing Worship and the upcoming retreat she will facilitate in the Atlanta area. Jesus often pulled away from the crowds to be alone with His Father. His example to us is the theme of One Thing Worship Retreat, along with Psalm 27:4: "One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I see...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week Martha and Kim welcome Tecia Farmer Janes to the podcast. Tecia is the Founder and Director of Choosing Him Ministries, a ministry that came out of her love for the Lord and her passion to connect women with Jesus, His Word, and others. She has written bible studies and offers many resources for women to grow in their relationship with Jesus, including a podcast and hosting special events. Tecia shares her story of Defining Cho...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! We are blessed to welcome Lauren Eden to the podcast this week! Lauren is a wife and a mom with a heart for the local church. Her story is incredible; she shares openly about her miraculous birth. Lauren is an abortion survivor; she knows the God of miracles and wants you to know His amazing love, too. She is a national speaker for the Abortion Survivors Network and travels extensively, sharing her story. You cannot help but see God's fin...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Martha and Kim are excited to welcome Megan Carnes to this week's podcast! Megan is a Mom to young children and passionately desires to pray for her children to see them grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus. Her growing intimacy with Christ drives every decision she makes as a wife and Mom. She has a heart to encourage other young moms and does it so well. Thank you for joining us today! We'd love to hear from you! P...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week, we get to hear Part 2 with Amy Smithwick. If you haven't listened to Part 1 with her from last week, we hope you'll go back and catch that episode. Amy shares more precious treasure with us, mined from the gift of suffering. She also reveals a recent adventure the Lord took her family on. You will want to share these episodes with your friends. Thank you so much for listening in today!! You can contact us at: aburstofh...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week on the podcast, Amy Smithwick joins Martha and Kim at the table to share the Hope she has experienced in her long journey with physical suffering. Amy is a young wife and mom with amazing creative gifts God has blessed her with. She and her husband, Brody, have an incredible ministry to those incarcerated. Amy loves Jesus supremely; her life is worship, and her words today bring beautiful insight into the gift of suffering. ...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! In this episode of A Burst Of Hope, Martha and Kim invite you to look at your life as a vessel of hope. We are all containers of Christ Himself, "this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory." (Col. 1:27) How do we carry this treasure, especially as it pertains to our words? What life are we bringing into our conversations, the rooms we walk into, the peoples' lives we speak into? That's what the conversation is about ar...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Martha and Kim have amazing guests around the table today! A Burst Of Hope is excited to welcome the Touching Hearts Leadership team to the podcast. A big thank you to Daphne Williams, Tonya Ortkiese, and Lynn Gunter!! We have all been on a retreat together, seeking God for this new season in ministry and He did so much more than we asked for! This recording was made during our last day together and the treasures spoken of are from the ...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week on the podcast we welcome Priscilla Carr to the table. Priscilla is the producer extraordinaire for A Burst Of Hope and she is back on the air with us to share a good word of hope. James 1:2- 3 says to count it all joy wet we meet trials of various kinds "for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness." Priscilla brings beautiful insight into those verses from her own personal story. And as she celebrates a...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Hello Burst of Hope Family!! We are so excited to officially launch our 4th season of podcasting! Thank you for being part of this journey of Hope with us! It's been an amazing blessing, an adventure, and a gift that has proved to be immeasurable. God is so good!! We will continue to share the Hope of Christ here on this platform and we invite you to share in this worthy calling with us. To begin this new season, Martha and Kim take a lo...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! We're honored to have our friend Marion Ferencz on this special encore episode of A Burst Of Hope. Marion is a wife, a mother, and Mimi to her grandchildren. She works as the Missions Administrator in her church and helped to start the Cancer Care Ministry there as well. Her story is one that will challenge and inspire you to live with an eternal perspective, to live for what's in store. We've shared some resources and her contact infor...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! On today's special encore episode of A Burst Of Hope, Martha and Kim are joined by Chris Staley as she shares about her continuing journey of Hope. Chris's faith will encourage you greatly. Her heart has been captivated by God's love and she openly tells how she experiences His Presence in the midst of trouble. Lean in close, friends. It's a sweet one today. Here's the song Chris mentioned: "The Story I'll Tell" Thank you...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Join us today for this special encore episode of A Burst Of Hope where we will hear part 2 of our time with Susan Boykin. To know Susan was to love her dearly. She lived her life full of hope and joy in the goodness of God even in the suffering she endured. Her wise, encouraging words give us a glimpse into the beautiful gift she was and still is. Thank you for listening to our beloved friend. You will be blessed. Here are the books S...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! On this week's special encore episode of A Burst Of Hope, our guest is our dear friend Susan Boykin. Though Susan has since laid hold of her greatest reward in the Presence of Jesus, she shares her incredulous journey with much grace and hope in her experience of joy amidst great pain. She invites us in to hear the surprising gift of hope she lived in. Thank you for joining us today, we are leaning in close with you. (This episode...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! We are excited to present this encore episode on this week's podcast! On today's podcast, Martha and Kim share stories of the Fourth of July, freedom, celebration and sharing hope. What comes to your mind when you think of Fourth of July celebrations, or any celebration? Celebrating finds it deepest meaning in the heart of the Father and his desire to enjoy fellowship with us. Life is hard and difficult, yet celebration is possible and ...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Welcome to A Burst Of Hope with your cohosts Martha Wilson and Kim Stanley. This week Martha and Kim invite you to the table for a conversation about Thriving and Abiding. Even though some days it feels like we are merely surviving, there is a Life we have been promised, an overcoming, abundant Life that Jesus said He came to give us. What does that look like this summer for you? For all of us? We hope you'll be encouraged to look for wa...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!Welcome to the podcast! This week we have as our guest, Kelly Bruno! Kelly is a wife, a Mom and Mimi to 4 grands (with one more on the way). Her passion is to know Jesus and make Him known. Her faith journey has been an amazing adventure sprinkled with miraculous encounters and she shares some of those with us today!! You will catch the Hope that Kelly has come to know so intimately as she gives us glimpses into a life of bold faith....
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Thanks for being with us for A Burst Of Hope!! Our guest this week is Stephanie Summers. Stephanie is a Mom to 3 daughters and YaYa to her grandchildren. Stephanie was in ministry with her husband, Tom, for many years until his death in 2022. She continues to serve the Church she loves so much by being the administrative assistant for the Flint River Baptist Association and is also a certified addiction counselor. Stephanie shares...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Martha and Kim welcome Debbie Vorderlandwehr to the podcast this week! Debbie is a worshiper and has the gift of making everything she touches beautiful. She shares her story of experiencing God in amazing ways on ordinary days. You will be encouraged by her refreshing spirit and the hope she exudes. If you need a song in your heart or a skip in your step, be sure to listen and share this episode with a friend. Thank you fo...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week Martha and Kim are excited to welcome Jamie Wood to the podcast. Jamie is a Bible Teacher, Speaker, and Author. She leads Discovering Truth Ministries and is passionate about helping people live in the truth of God's Word and His great love. Jamie shares some of the treasures from her newest book, From Barrier To Breakthrough, with highlights from 1 Peter. If you feel like you have barriers in your life, this episode will give...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Thanks for being with us today on A Burst Of Hope! Our guest on the show is Mandy Watts. Mandy is a missionary who has a beautiful story of redemption to share with us. Her heart is to follow Jesus and take the Light into the darkness. You will be blessed and encouraged as you listen to her powerful testimony of God's faithfulness. You can find out more on Mandy and her missionary journeys here: Mandy Watts Please take a moment t...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! So glad you're joining us this week for A Burst Of Hope! Today's podcast guest is Jessie VanKlaveren. Jessie a wife, and Mom to Avi. She teaches at The Campus where she is the night school director. Jessie brings us such good news this week: our imperfection is really good news! You will hear why that's true as you listen to Jessie share what God has been doing in her life. If you have any experience with the adoption process, or you're ...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! We are so thrilled to welcome Amy Lively to the podcast today. Amy is passionate about teaching God's Word as a "How to" manual for loving Him and loving others. She is married to her elementary school sweetheart and they have one daughter. She is currently enrolled at Asbury Theological Seminary pursuing a Masters degree in Biblical and Theological Foundations. Amy is the author of a book called "Can I Borrow A Cup Of Hope?" which...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! We're so excited to welcome Toni Hebel to the podcast this week! Toni is a gifted communicator who serves alongside her husband, Bruce, in their ministry "Forgiving Forward." She is passionate about helping all women find freedom while restoring their God-given destinies through an intimate relationship with Jesus. Toni will show us exactly what God says about forgiveness and explain how to live unshackled in the freedom Jesus offer...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week on the podcast Martha and Kim are so excited to welcome Kathi Lipp to the table! Kathi is the Publisher's Weekly bestselling author of 20 books, including her latest work called "The Accidental Homesteader." Along with being a part of the InCourage at Dayspring writing team, she is the podcast host of Clutter Free Academy and Writing At the Red House. Martha and Kim are part of her online coaching program called "The Red...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week on the podcast Martha and Kim invite you to the table to look at the better hope we are offered in Christ. Are there things in you life begging for your attention? Do they promise hope and fulfillment? They may be good things, but are they worthy of placing all your hope in. We'd love to have your comments on today's podcast. Please drop us a note to the email listed below, or comment on one of our social media pages. An...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! On this week's episode of A Burst Of Hope, Martha and Kim welcome their long time friend Nancy Lee to the table. Nancy is a wife, a Mom, and Nana to 2 granddaughters. She has a heart to worship and a story to share of God bringing songs to her during different seasons of life. These songs have revealed Jesus to her all along life's ups and downs. After listening to Nancy's story, you will want to keep a song in your heart too. Please chec...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Holy week is the greatest week in history. Martha and Kim welcome you to the table as they give a call to pause and reflect on its significance in our lives. The table invites us to remember Christ's broken body for us in communion and the way we serve one another. We hope you enjoy this special Easter podcast. All of us at A Burst Of Hope pray you have a very hope-filled Resurrection Day!! Here's a link to the book by Elyse Fitzp...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! Hello Friends!! Thanks for joining us this week as Martha and Kim continue their conversation on the attributes of God. To know Him is to love him...more and more. What a journey this life in Christ is! We're thankful to be on this adventure with you. Here's a link to One Year Bible Reading Plan: Bible Recap We'd love to hear what you think! Please contact us at aburstofhope@gmail.com Be sure to follow the Podcast on: Instagram: @a...
Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think! This week we're thrilled to have Brenda Gray on the podcast. Brenda is helping to organize and lead the current study at Touching Hearts Ministries on the Attributes of God. She also taught on the attributes of Omnipresence and Immutability this past week and we are blessed to get to hear more of her wisdom on those today. You will be so encouraged by the hope we find in our ever-present, unchanging God. Be sure to send this podcast to a...
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