A Cup of Gratitude

It's time for our Summer Break Special Episode Series! All four weeks will feature the winners of the “Holy Plot Twists” book Contest

This week I speak with Melony Brown, who is a Jeep-loving, book-reading, nature enthusiast. Chocolate is not her friend. Neither is laundry. Inviting overcomers to share their stories and the strategies, mindsets, and habits they relied on during their fight to overcome their challenges is her passion. Melony shares their stories on her podcast, Challenges Won't Stop Me. Her award-winning books, Challenges Won't Stop Me and Keep Moving Forward, take readers on an interactive journey to equip and empower them to fight to overcome whatever challenges dare to intersect their paths. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!www.melonybrown.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

This week, I speak with Rose McCombs Jordan, who is the creative heart behind Beneath The Fig Tree, a movement that helps women discover devotional practices they truly love. She also serves as the Director of Tourism for a charming North Texas town, leads worship at her church, and—together with her husband Brandon—hosts at their favorite state park. Married for 30 years, Rose is the proud mom of one son and daughter-in-love. She understands how challenging it can be to balance a busy life with the desire to connect with God. By sharing practical insights and fostering community, Rose empowers women to embrace a meaningful, life-giving relationship with God—one that refreshes their spirit and fuels their everyday journey. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!www.beneaththefigtree.org*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

This week, I speak with Theresa Miller, who is adventurous at heart and dedicated to pursuing spiritual, mental, and emotional healing for the betterment of future generations. Originally from the wooded East, Theresa now resides in the wide-open spaces of Wyoming, nestled near the Big Horn Mountains. She cherishes her role as a wife to Rob and mother to their four children. Weaving words has been her creative outlet since childhood, bringing clarity to life's complexities. Theresa is the co-author of “Unexpected Blessings: 40 Days of Discovering God's Best” and “The Posture of Victory: Finding True Peace amidst Our Everyday Battles.” She serves in women's ministries as a Bible teacher and a MomCo Mentor in her community. She co-founded Dandelions, Potholes, & Wrinkles and The Sisters on Purpose Podcast. In addition to guest-appearing on several podcasts and blogs, she has been published in Calla Press Literary Journal, Moms Ezine, (in)courage, and various other publications. You can find Theresa encouraging women to dig deeper to reach higher in their faith and calling on Instagram, Facebook, her professional website, and the podcast she hosts with her sisters. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!IG: @theresammillerauthor https://www.instagram.com/theresammillerauthor FB: Theresa M. Miller, Writer https://www.facebook.com/heavenlyglimpses1 Substack: @theresammiller https://open.substack.com/pub/theresamiller Professional website: www.theresammiller.com Sister website: www.dandelionsisters.com The Sisters on Purpose Podcast: http://sistersonpurposepodcast.podbean.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

This week I speak with Kim Mosiman who is a woman smack dab in the middle of her second act: Her children are grown and joyfully living lives of their own. She enjoys writing, traveling, and perfecting her technique in her new role as Nana. She is a certified nutritionist and personal trainer who closed her small boutique gym in 2017. She thought she was ready to retire and fade into the sunset, but the sudden career change created a lack of purpose in her life. She was alone during the day and abandoned the good habits she had counted on for many years. As a lifelong coach, she recognized the signals and slowly turned her health back around by adding small, sustainable practices into her daily routine. She documented her journey and felt called to share her story. Her first book, Reflections of Joy, was released in May 2024. It is a Christlit Award winner and stands out as a vital resource for women entering their second act. Mosiman nudges readers to let go of the things that have held them back so they can explore the world of opportunities available to women in their middle years. She recently released a companion journal, My Owner's Manual, to help women learn the importance of gathering data in their quest to age well and stay healthy. Kim became a certified Christian life coach in 2023 and has recently expanded her offerings to include wellness coaching and helps new authors launch their books into the world through her coaching business writer-2-writer. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!https://www.instagram.com/kim_mosiman/https://www.facebook.com/kim.mosiman/https://www.writer-2-writer.com/https://www.kimmosimanwellness.com/https://a.co/d/dXVxHMe*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

This week on the "A Cup of Gratitude" podcast, we're having a special episode where I share with you about my new book, "Holy Plot Twists." This book is an overflow of the podcast. God led me to share vulnerable and pivotal times in my life when He came in and worked things out for good, when He turned things around and made them usable. God can take the sharpest, most broken pieces and put them back together in a way that allows us to reach others with our story. I've realized that the way we go into all the world is by sharing our story; it's Unique, no one else in the world has one like ours. It is the way that we can connect to other people and share God's story with them share his goodness and his character this special episode gives you a synopsis of the book explains where it came from and why I put the energy and time into it to give it as a gift to you I also talk about a special contest we're doing where anyone can get a copy of the book take a picture and send it to me and then come on the podcast as a guest this special episode is short and sweet but packed with goodness I hope you'll listen in and have a great day!Enter the Podcast Contest !!!Win a chance to be a Guest on a special episode of “A Cup of Gratitude” podcast

This week, I speak with Joan Farley, who has been crafting stories and messages since high school, dedicating her gift to uplifting local ministries and churches. As a missionary, her desire is to see the next generation rise above the previous ones, growing in wisdom and godliness to impact the world in profound ways. Her latest work, Letters to Cassie, reflects her desire to empower young women and inspire them to embrace their potential to make lasting change. When she's not writing or traveling for ministry, you'll find her getting lost in a good book, keeping fit through running, and finding treasures in thrift stores and coffee shops. We look at here childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You wont want to miss this inspiring episode!www.joanlovestrandfarley.org*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa 

This week I speak with Sherrie Pilkington who enters into various aspects of life as a daughter of the One True God.  She dearly loves her 2 grown sons and 2 daughters-in-love but it's her 6 grandchildren that keep her young at heart and the sound of joy in her laugh. Known for pondering the hard things in life through the lens of God's heart, she shares her revelations through her podcast, Finding God in Our Pain. Sherrie and her guests do not shy away from the hard questions about the reality of pain and suffering and the good God we profess. After unexpectedly losing her husband in early 2018, whom she had been with for a little over 33 years, she now knows that God speaks beautiful things in the dark. Through her website (alifeofthrive.com) and her podcast she wants to let people know that they're never alone in their pain because God enters into the darkest of valleys and will gently shepherd each one through. Links:Website: https://ALifeofthrive.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/ALifeOfThriveIG: LiveLovedThrivePodcast - Finding God in Our Pain: https://findinggodinourpain.podbean.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa 

This week I speak with Nicole Roth who empowers the “hard on herself” woman of God to live as a much-loved daughter: held, healed, and whole, and to restore from the damage done due to striving: over-functioning and over-serving. Wife to David of over 20 years, mom to 3 young adult daughters, an autoimmune warrior of 20 years, and former dietitian, Nicole is most at home in her kayak, out on a hiking trail with her dogs, in her hammock, or hanging out in her camper! The means Nicole uses to be a catalyst of change, healing, and growth include coaching, community, and courses plus in person nature adventures and retreats!Links:https://youtube.com/@sheabidesinjoyHer handle is: she abides in joy everywherefreebie: Abide artwork Https://nicoleroth.com/abidegift*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

This week I speak with Tischa van de Reep who is a Trinidad-born Christian writer and speaker, a mental health and autism mom who brings authenticity and vulnerability to all her teachings on Scripture. Her Bible studies and women's gatherings bring diverse groups of women together in fellowship and take them deeper into God's Word. Her work in ministry extends from homeless women in Houston to expat wives in Budapest, Hungary, to rural villagers in Malawi, Africa, and women across the US. Tischa currently lives in Houston, Texas with her husband and two teenaged sons. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode! http://tischavandereep.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa 

This week, I speak with Mary Folkerts, a mom to four grown kids and wife to a farmer living on the southern prairies of Alberta. She is a contributing author in one of Lisa Terkeurst's latest devotionals, Clear Mind, Peaceful Heart. She writes with a desire to push back the dark, especially for those struggling with anxiety and depression. Mary is also an advocate for those with Down Syndrome, as their youngest child introduced them to this extraordinary new world.  We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode! Check out Joy in the Small Things at https://maryfolkerts.com, or connect on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/maryfolkerts or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/mary.folkerts.37 if you too aredetermined not to be defined by your mess-ups and are running after adeeper, more joy-filled relationship with Jesus. Click here to join heremail list for weekly splashes of joy:https://maryfolkerts.myflodesk.com/mevhnkmx15.*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

This week I speak with Michele Vrabel who is an expert bean-counter by day. In addition to her work as a bookkeeper, her superpowers and side hustles include pastry chef and author-in-training. She has been told she has “sass,” which she deploys regularly. She has with exponential joy finished her first book, Butterfly Stitches, and is working on the sequel. According to her King, she apparently has several other books in her. At 61, she has launched a podcast and is having the time of her life. She is an enthusiastic traveler, foodie, smart alec, and lover of her King, Jesus. Michele lives in Mesa, Arizona, with her daughter, who is lovingly known as Peanut. Michele would love to engage with you through any and all media. She is also available for speaking engagements and retreats. Michele is on a mission to inspire others who have walked her path to speak about it and to hear the sound of healing. Telling her story so that others can see it working out for good. Michele is telling her story through the writing of her books as well as hosting the Old School with Michele Vrabel Podcast. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You wont want to muss this inspiring episode!www.michelevrabel.com*Theme  Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Melvese Johnson is a native New Yorker who currently resides in Colorado. She has four sons and five grandchildren. She loves to travel and faithfully serves as the Production Coordinator at her church. Her passion for writing led her to become a published author, ghostwriter, editor, and publisher. Anointed to help independent authors spread God's Word, she established Written Words Publishing LLC to provide the type of service she expects to receive—professional, proficient, reliable, patient, timely, and affordable. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode! WrittenWordsPublishing.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

Hadassah Treu is an award-winning international author of "DRAW NEAR: How Painful Experiences Become the Birthplace of Blessings," a writer at onthewaybg.com, poet, speaker, and motivator, living in Bulgaria. She loves encouraging people to draw near to God in the dark valleys of life. From the platform of her greatest pains equipped with lessons gathered on the way, she delivers a powerful message of comfort and hope, found in God's Word. Hadassah is a contributing author to several faith-based platforms like Koinonia and Devotable, and 13 devotional and poetry anthologies. She has been featured in The Upper Room, (In)Courage, Proverbs 31 Ministries, Today's Christian Living, Living by Design Ministries, and many other popular sites and podcasts.Website: https://onthewaybg.com/Join my community: https://subscribepage.io/joinmycommunity Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onthewaybg/X: https://x.com/onthewaybgPinterest: https://www.pinterest.at/onthewaybg/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hadassahtreu-authorMedium: https://medium.com/@hadassah.treuAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Treu-Hadassah/Draw Near Book: https://a.co/d/gWfmBE3Gumroad Shop: https://hadassahtreu.gumroad.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Dorease Rioux is a Kingdom-minded entrepreneur, an ordained minister, a best-selling author, and a dynamic speaker with inspirational messages that are passionate and relatable. Dorease is “The Victory for Purpose” Coach. You're invited to connect with her to get empowered and to achieve breakthrough from hidden hurts that are hindering & holding you back… AND… so you can discover & activate your God-given purpose… to go fulfill your kingdom destiny for such a time as this. Dorease and her husband live on a little farm in the Deep South. They enjoy a country-living lifestyle as animal enthusiasts, with 8  beloved dogs and a myriad of other delightsome creatures great and small. Wherever Dorease is, she's diligent to use her gifts and fulfill her purpose while helping others to reclaim theirs.  

This week I speak with Nic Henry Jones who is a Supermum, Senior Digital Marketing & Business Strategist, Business Thought Leader & Educator, Entrepreneur, Changemaker, Coach, MC, two-time #1 Best selling Author behind Books ‘The Christian Entrepreneur', and ‘Your Life your Masterpiece', and co-Author in the recently released Book 'Courageous Voices unlocked'. Nic is a passionate and purpose-driven visionary with a unique ability to engage, empower and inspire people to live their best whatever the context. Nic is a living testimony of how pain can be turned to gain, and how embracing a life of intention & alignment, positions you to thrive not just survive, and create a masterpiece out of a life. She inspires others to do the same in order to unlock all we were created to be and the fullness of life, and create a powerful legacy for the next generation. In the last 5 years she has been a nominee for various Awards including the 2024 South Australian Woman to Watch Awards, the 2022 Kingdom Women Entrepreneurs Kingdom Business Excellence Award, 2022 Seven Effect Freedom Awards, 2022 Ausmumpreneur Awards, 2020 SA Woman Awards, and the 2019 Australian Telstra Business Awards. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!www.nichenryjones.comwww.yourlifeyourmasterpiece.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

This week I speak with Stephanie Miller who is a multi-published author, speaker, and certified Spiritual Growth Coach and Writing Coach with a heart for inspiring Christian women to reach their full potential. She regularly teaches workshops, speaks at events and has been featured on over 50 podcasts (and counting). Previous published works include The Butterfly Blueprint (Lucid Books, 2020) and several multi-author books. Through her coaching, she has helped many aspiring writers overcome their fears and develop their craft while also growing in their faith. She enjoys indulging her creative side with painting watercolor and staying active by chasing her three young children around. She and her family live outside of Nashville, Tennessee along with their two mini-goldendoodles. We look at her life from childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!Social media:facebook.com/stephaniemillercoachinstagram.com/stephaniemillercoachWebsite: www.butterfly-beginnings.comNewsletter: liveandwritetransformed.substack.comFree resource: Writing Your Testimony- Free Guide (mailchi.mp)*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

This week I speak with Hewlette Pearson who taught incarcerated persons and returning citizens general education, job readiness skills, character education, and life skills. She is the president and founder of iLove Now, Inc., a non-profit organization that promotes love through humanitarian programs and activities in inner-city communities. Two of its flagship events include: •Lunch in the Park for The Homeless—where food, hygiene products, clothing, prayer, and a listening ear are provided to those in need. •The Love Thrives Community Conference—a biennial event focusing on the spiritual and personal development of persons in communities. Hewlette's enthusiasm for empowering others to pursue purpose and authenticity is palpable. Her pursuit of excellence in teaching, motivating, and preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ led her to earn master's degrees in education and divinity from Johns Hopkins University and Regent University, respectively. She also holds a Doctor of Divinity degree from Emet Theological Seminary. A gifted non-fiction writer and aspiring fiction author, Hewlette has published three impactful books:•The View from the Mountain: The Process of Destiny, foreword by Keith Duncan •The Most Important Word, with a foreword by legendary Gospel artist Andraé Crouch •Get Got! Empowerment for Every Day Life SuccessesHewlette's ministry and humanitarian efforts have taken her across the Caribbean, Africa, and the United States. She was a keynote speaker at the Pastors' Wives International Conference in Kigali, Rwanda, and a guest speaker and missions sponsor at an assembly in Kampala, Uganda, in 2023. In January 2024, she served as keynote speaker at The Mr. & Mrs. Adams Family Life Conference in West Palm, Florida, and in October 2024 was the opening keynote speaker at the 30th Year National Women's Conference of the Jamaica Council of Churches of God 7th Day. Today, Hewlette continues to travel globally, teaching and preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ and motivating others to practice love and goodness on earth. Empowering others gives her joy, but God is her passion. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thred of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!Connect at:X (Twitter): ShowLoveTodayFacebook: @iLovenow100Instagram: ilove_nowYouTube Channel: iLove Now! - @ilovenow1896Website: iLoveNow.orgFacebook: Hewlette PearsonInstagram: HewletttepearsonYouTube Channel: @HewlettePearson*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

This week I'm speaking with Laurie Meek Watkins who has always referred to herself as a “Cracked Pot”.  She's the Type A Lady behind the blog type a checklist. Laurie dedicates her imperfect self to helping you know a great big God who overcomes an imperfect world. (2 Corin. 4:7-9). In 2020, Laurie shifted from being “cracked” to “shattered” as her husband and companion of 40 years walked away from their marriage. For the next two years, Laurie experienced the ongoing trauma and chaos of trying to pull her marriage back together...until Godly counsel told her it was time to let go. (Matt 18:15-17) Then… Hurricane Ian took her home. God was teaching deep lessons in letting go of loss. Laurie's goal is to walk this new journey with dignity and glorify God along the way.  She searches to find purpose in her pain and to share hope with others. (Romans 8:28). You've heard it said, “ There's Good News...and then there's Bad News.”  (John 16:33). Laurie will share the Bad News, the Good News...and THEN...the GLORIOUS News: God restores shattered things. (Isaiah 61:2-4) “I am making everything new!”  (Rev. 21:5) Laurie's message for you: “Precious one.  Please remember you are loved with an everlasting love. Jesus wants you to fall fully and completely into His arms.  Jesus has already won your battle for you.  He calls you to come to Him and REST.  Let go. REST.  This road may be hard - But you are never alone when you give everything to your Savior. Ask for forgiveness. Let go of control.  YOU are Loved.  YOU have a purpose. Choose Jesus and be FREE. www.typechecklist.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

This week, I speak with Anthony Hyslop, who was born in St. Clair, Michigan in 1986, moved to northern Idaho at the age of 7 with his family, was homeschooled, took his GED, and went into concrete flatwork, working for his father, and he has been doing that for the past 19 years. During that time he married his first love, Elizabeth in 2007. They have had 7 children, Clarence, Daphne, Dakota, Kirsten, Titus, Judah, and Caleb, the latter now living with the Lord. They have 15 chickens and a black cat named Rocky. Anthony loves Jesus, occasionally hunting, looking for antlers, snorkeling, going to the lake with the kids, going to the movies with his wife, and creating new stories and writing poetry from time to time. He believes all good things come from the Lord and be a good steward of what is given to you. You can check out some of his work and poetry on Facebook: Stories by Anthony Hyslop (@ahstories). Instagram: @ahpublishing. We look at his childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in his life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

This week, I speak with Dr. Ifeoma Samuel a trained Veterinarian from the University of Ibadan. She has a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Health (University of South Africa), Masters Degree in a Public Health (University of Roehampton, U.K) and currently a PhD researcher in Public Health at the  University of South Africa. With  a keen interest in children education, youth development and mental health. She has a Postgraduate Diploma in Education registered with TRCN. She is also a Cambridge certified Coordinated Sciences Teacher. Presently, she is the Head of Operations at Bryanston Academy. Dr Samuel is your down-to-earth Bible Study writer and speaker who is passionate about helping women grow in faith through the Word. She is host of the Annual Prudent Woman Retreat. She has written over 14 Bible Studies for women and children. She is happily married to her heart throb Obiora and together they are blessed with a daughter and a son. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!Standing Firm Retreat join now https://www.facebook.com/groups/1025357944935593/Youtube channel https://youtube.com/@ifeomasamuelFind her Bible Studies and Devotionals Books, which are available on Amazon.Notes for PodcastFB page https://www.facebook.com/ThePrudentWomanRetreatPrudent Woman Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/1025357944935593/Support for Teens ReDefined The Annual TEENS REDEFINED conference is 5 years this year!Aside from organizing school programs for teens, we commit to:Gifting Bibles.Yearly, we plan to reach about 200 local children through peer-to-peer evangelism. And give the children Bibles. Academic or skill acquisition sponsorships for Teenagers needing support. During the August conference week, we run teen evangelism led by the teens (teen to teen evangelism). We discuss relevant topics, too. Christmas Outreach Follow Teens ReDefined https://www.facebook.com/groups/171142524201623/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

This week, I speak with Stacey Gottens, who was born in Australia to show business parents; Stacey performed on screen and on stage before becoming a schoolteacher, children's author, and globetrotter. Now based in the UK as a Creative Consultant focusing on editing and design, Stacey enjoys collaborating with authors worldwide to create life-affirming and inclusive content. Committed to excellence with the belief that small changes are significant, Stacey goes the extra mile to transform projects into success stories. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode! https://faithfulstories.com/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa 

Welcome to the last special episode of the series! This week we hear a word from Dawn Ward who is an author, speaker, and biblical life coach. She is the founder of  The Faith to Flourish, a ministry that equips women with addicted loved ones to break free from the cycle of addiction, reclaim their lives, and flourish in their faith. The Faith to Flourish also offers life-transforming insight, wisdom, and Christian guidance for all women, along with hope and support for those burdened and overwhelmed by life. Dawn is the author of the book From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children. She has also co-authored the book, Still Standing After All the Tears Workbook: Faith in the Battle Edition and a contributing author for the devotionals Butterfly Living: Life Changing Stories and Shepherd on Duty. Dawn has been married to her husband, Steve, for over forty years and is a mom to three adult children. Her passion is to help all women grow in their faith as they learn to better understand and apply the Bible to their lives. Connect with Dawn at The Faith to Flourish on most social media platforms. Then we end our special episode with a song by Tyler Logsdon, who says He is still just a small-town guy who loves the Lord Jesus and wants to make Him known to the world. There's only one place in the whole Bible that talks about Jesus' heart, and it's in Matthew 11:29 when He says, "Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls." Tyler's only mission is to help people understand the gospel through ministering Jesus' heart to theirs. You don't want to miss this encouraging episode!HTTPS://www.thefaithtoflourish.comHTTPS://www.Facebook.com/thefaithtoflourishHTTPS://www.instagram.com/thefaithtoflourishbloghttps://www.instagram.com/dawnr.wardHTTPS://www.Twitter.com/faithtoflourishhttps://www.youtube.com/@thefaithtoflourishwithdawnwardhttp://linkedin.com/in/dawn-ward-93975b266

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 gatherings and create meaningful community, so that friendship can flourish and faith can take root or deepen.  It includes discussions on topics such as beauty, awe, and gratitude, as well as instructions for fun, creative projects. Passionate about justice and humanitarian issues, Sherri is an attorney and founding board member of Chariots for Hope.  Chariots provided long-term physical and emotion care, as well as education and Christian discipleship, to over 850 children in 8 communities in Kenya.Learn more about Sherri, the book, Huddles, and Chariots...www.sherridewalt.comwww.rookeryresources.comwww.amazon.com/author/sherridewaltwww.chariotsforhope.orgsherridewalt@rocketmail.comSong by Laurel Taylor, who is an award-winning artist, female producer, singer/songwriter, and trailblazer in the emerging Country Trap genre. Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, Laurel moved to Nashville at just eighteen, immersing herself in the music scene for twelve years. From performing on American Idol to touring across the country, Laurel's music spans country, pop, and CCM. Now, she's making waves as the first female artist to embrace Country Trap, blending her soulful country roots with the cutting-edge sounds of trap beats. Laurel is also a signed artist with Real Fun Records. Laurel is performing and producing her tracks, carving out a unique sound that blends country storytelling with energetic trap beats. Laurel's fresh production style sets her apart as a multi-talented force, controlling the creative direction of her new sound from start to finish. Laurel is deeply involved in prison ministry through non-profits like The Beat of Life, Project Prison Music, and Freedom Echoes. She collaborates with inmates nationwide, writing music with them and performing for them. Her country single "Old House" has greatly influenced these communities, being requested in every facility and county.  Don't miss this gift from me to you for Christmas!

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 lives in Maryland with her two teenage daughters and works as a physical therapist. She enjoys spending time outdoors, especially near the water. You can receive truth-filled encouragement by subscribing at heatherjeffery.com and following her writing on Instagram @straightenyourcrown.1.We end the episode with an incredible song from Laurel Taylor, an award-winning artist, female producer, singer/songwriter, and trailblazer in the emerging Country Trap genre. Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, Laurel moved to Nashville at just eighteen, immersing herself in the music scene for twelve years. From performing on American Idol to touring across the country, Laurel's music spans country, pop, and CCM. Now, she's making waves as the first female artist to embrace Country Trap, blending her soulful country roots with the cutting-edge sounds of trap beats. Laurel is also a signed artist with Real Fun Records. Laurel is performing and producing her tracks, carving out a unique sound that blends country storytelling with energetic trap beats. Laurel's fresh production style sets her apart as a multi-talented force, controlling the creative direction of her new sound from start to finish. Laurel is deeply involved in prison ministry through non-profits like The Beat of Life, Project Prison Music, and Freedom Echoes. She collaborates with inmates nationwide, writing music with them and performing for them. Her country single "Old House" has become a huge influence in these communities, being requested in every facility and county. "Old House" was also featured on the Nashville Sign billboard, further solidifying its impact. Laurel has shared stages with some of the biggest names across multiple genres, including Jelly Roll, We The Kingdom, Lauren Daigle, Blessing Offor, Jeffery Steele, Iggy Azalea, Big Daddy Weave, Ben Fuller, Fall Out Boy, Jason Crabb, Diamond Rio and more. Laurel is currently a topliner for TV and film, blending her songwriting talents with visual media. Her production skills and unique sound continue to push creative boundaries with each new release.WWW.LAURELTAYLORMUSIC.COMSOCIALS: @LAURELTAYLOROFFICIAL

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 Jesus is with others over coffee, in a classroom, online, and through writing. She became a functional health advocate when her oldest son was born in 2003. She loves to dig into research on holistic health particularly for children. Tracey is working on her 1st book geared towards teens and women in their 20's. She enjoys vacations with her family as they try to spend time in different parts of the country to soak in God's creation. And we will hear an incredible song form my friend Tyler who says: I'm still just a small-town guy who loves the Lord Jesus and wants to make Him known to the world. There's only one place in the whole Bible that talks about Jesus' heart and it's in Matthew 11:29 when He says, “Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” My only mission is to help people understand the gospel through ministering Jesus' heart to theirs. I can't wait to share this with you! https://www.facebook.com/tracey.kinsleybreinich?mibextid=LQQJ4dtraceybreinich26@gmail- Website: https://www.tlogmusic.com/- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tlogmusic- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tlogmusic_/

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 contributor on CrossMap.  Mary is the author of the Bible Study, “Identity, Understanding, and Accepting Who I Am in Christ” and the devotional “Life Changing Stories”, a collaboration with 34 authors sharing stories of God's faithfulness.To receive a printable word for the year guide in your inbox visit https://www.subscribepage.com/butterflylivingMore places to read ButterflyLiving's stories about a transformed life in Christ:www.facebook.com/bfl2022www.instagram.com/butterflyliving_www.twitter.com/maryrarmandwww.linkedin.com/in/maryrooneyarmandwww.butterflyliving.orgErica Renee Mckinney, Singer/Songwriter and Recording Artist from the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. The Mountian Native deeply respects her Mountian harriateage and loves music close to her roots. Erica grew up all around rootsy music her whole life but never pursued a career in music until later in life when she decided to close down her very successful hair business of 16 years to pursue a music career. Recording from her in-home studio in 2019 after closing out the hair business earlier that year as an independent artist, she released her first full-length Album, “Come Praise the Lord,” in the Christian music genre with her first music video to promote her single “Come Praise The Lord”    Flying to Fort Worth TX. With TenFourFilms early 2021 and released the single and Album late fall of 2021. The North Carolina Native recently recorded in Nashville at “Wei Rock” a new single titled “Overwhelmed,” followed by seven more songs, all surrounding her life lessons with overwhelm, burnout, healing, and finding your true identity and calling, which took place during the closing of her salon. Her passions include teaching others how to heal, recognizing and identifying the root, and strategically putting solutions in place for full recovery and longevity to prevent relapse with burnout.

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-leader – any role/opportunity that encourages.  She aspires to inspire. UY has been heard in over 90 countries, with over 150 guests sharing who they are: their wisdom, challenges, and how they continue to overcome.  Extraordinary, everyday people like you and me.  Each one of us matters. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!Websitehttps://unabashedyou.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/unabashedyou/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/unabashedyou/*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

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 enjoys volunteering at church in women's ministry and spiritual counseling. She facilitates a small group of ladies studying the Bible in her home. Carrie's passion is to help women heal and step confidently into God's purpose and plan for their lives. Her debut YA Christian fiction novel, Crisis of Faith, will be released this week. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life - You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsahttp://Www.carriewatts.comhttps://a.co/d/4Dt0DxQ

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.lorivober.com. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa 

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 what leadership looks like in God's marketplace. Find out more at www.LeadingLadies.Life. Amber has two grown daughters, Saffron, Imogen, and one teen Penelope, with Philip, her British hubby of almost 30 years, two Great Pyrenees pups—Stanley and Stuart, and a zoo of exotic pets. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

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 been the most pivotal decision of her life, providing her with the strength and resilience to overcome the challenges of her youth. Today, Mathana dedicates herself to ministering, encouraging, and empowering women of all ages through her life coaching sessions. She uses the Word of God and His promises to guide those facing their own trials. Mathana firmly believes that every individual can live a victorious life by maintaining a close relationship with God and understanding their true identity in Christ.https://www.instagram.com/god.is.grace/profilecard/?igsh=MWRpc2M5YnR1em9mNQ==Daughter of the Kinghttps://a.co/d/59sxBuu*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

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 BraveHearted YOUniveristy, a coaching enterprise designed to awaken the God-given vision of women and equip them to live an extraordinary life.  Dawn and her husband, Paul Damon, reside in the Rockford, MI, area and have a full family of 5 children, 12 grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of God in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!www.braveheartedwoman.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

 This week I speak with Pam Farrel. Shae 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 and women). Their books have been translated into 15 languages. They have spoken for a wide variety of groups: overseas for missions or governments; In the USA and Canada for churches, conference centers community groups as well as the military and businesses.  Their wit and wisdom make them popular speakers and radio/TV guests (Moody network, Family Life Today, Focus on the Family, Dr. Dobson's radio, and most TV networks.) They enjoy time with their grown children, their spouses and young grandchildren, and when they are not working you will find them on the beach or sailing. www.Love-Wise.com. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this incredible episode!www.love-wise.com*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa 

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 present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!Website: Discover a transformative journey through the Bible with a side of humor (astoundingtruths.com) Instagram:@astounding.truths Facebook:@annie.weber.54 *Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

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 beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this incredible episode! https://www.marthabolton.com/?*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

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 through writing. She became a functional health advocate when her oldest son was born in 2003. She loves to dig into research on holistic health, particularly for children. Tracey is working on her 1st book geared towards teens and women in their 20s. She enjoys vacations with her family as they try to spend time in different parts of the country to soak in God's creation. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!https://www.facebook.com/tracey.kinsleybreinich?mibextid=LQQJ4dtraceybreinich26@gmail*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

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 nothing more. We look at his childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in his life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!www. linktr.ee/jwoodzmuzic*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa 

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 award-winning author for her contributions to three anthologies, she has written numerous magazine articles, and is an active member of the Proverbs 31 Compel Writers Group and Word Weavers International. She and her husband of thirty years split their time between the Arizona desert and the mountains of Idaho. She is Mom to their most amazing, adopted daughter from foster care, dog momma to two, and Grammy to her two precious grands. You will often find Robin and her husband on a motorcycle or back-country airplane looking for their next adventure. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode! www.robingerblick.com*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

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 adoptive mom. She also serves in recovery ministry at her local church.  We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!To learn more about embracing your faith in the journey to mental wellness, you can follow her at: www.jordancrossings.org,www.facebook.com/jordancrossingsbymeganjean,www.instagram.com/jordancrossingsbymeganjean*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

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 salvation through Jesus Christ. Doralyn lives in a small community 150 kilometers east of Toronto. Her husband, Carey passed away in September 2022. Her two sons are married and she has five beautiful grandchildren. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!www.doralynmoore.ca*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

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 call home. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!Www. samicone.com*ThemeMusic “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

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 her newest favs is hosting guests in her two Airbnb homes as she and her husband are living their best nomadic life, traveling and living in many places at once. She has her Masters of Divinity from Bethel Seminary. Season dreams big and prays even bigger. With big faith, She and her husband Kris are always ready with a yes to whatever and wherever the Holy Spirit leads. While full of life and joy, she also is almost always full of iced tea. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life - You won't want to miss this Spirit-led conversation!Www.seasonbowers.com*Theme music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

This week I speak with Jasman and Juanita Rolle. Jasman is a christian creative coach with a heart to see others excel in their areas of giftedness. He is a graduate of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, with a degree in Music Marketing. Jasman is an international-award-winning songwriter, and has worked in a number of capacities within the Music industry. Jasman is the founder of Purposed 365 and Higher Level Agency. Jasman and his amazing wife Juanita are blessed with 7 wonderful children. Juanita is an author, speaker, vocalist, and life coach. She is a woman working in her purpose. As CEO and founder of Beautiful Inside and Out LLC and the BIO women's conference, Juanita has been poised to teach, train, and coach women in the Art of saying Yes to God so that they can make a meaningful impact in the world using their gifts and talents. She has more recently offered her knowledge and expertise to women in the area of marital relationships by launching “The Wife Life Coach podcast.”  She is excited to be of service in an area that she says is underserved. When Juanita is not coaching or speaking, you can find her on stage with her family group, The Bomparts, as seen on Nickelodeon's Americas Most Musical family.  When she's not on stage, Juanita enjoys relishing new experiences and  exploring great adventures with her amazing husband, Jasman, and their 7 beautiful children.  Juanita has a heart for widows and the fatherless and thus has founded a nonprofit organization, The Elijah Project, to help educate and equip widows with resources that give them support so they may thrive using their God-given gifts and talents. @IPOPCreativesIn Purpose On Purpose Creatives workshop on August 15th In Franklin TN@Beautifuliocoachingwww.beautifuliocoaching.com@wifelifecoachpodcastwww.thewifelifecoach.comThe Blended Purposed Podcast

This week I am speaking with  Dr. Chizobam Idahosa who is a wife, mother to three beautiful girls, and a dentist specialized in oral medicine, orofacial pain, and lifestyle medicine. At the core of her identity, she sees herself as a child of the Most-High God and a servant of Christ Jesus. Chizobam is passionate about studying, meditating, and teaching the Word. In 2015, she founded Beautiful in Jesus, a Christian ministry born from her journey toward inward beauty and maturity through the Word of God. Beautiful in Jesus equips believers with practical truth from the Word so they can know God more intimately and walk in step with the Holy Spirit as God transforms them into the image of Christ. We look at her childhood up to the present to see the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode! https://www.oralmedicinespecialist.com/ Website: https://beautifulinjesus.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/beautifulinjesus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautifulinjesus/ Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/beautifulinjesuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beautifulinjesusLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulinjesus*Theme Musci “Blessed Time” by Ketsa 

This week, I speak with Jana MacCarrie Fraley, who is a Christian writer, speaker, ranch wife, and mom. Her heart's passion is discipling and encouraging women as they pursue an active and enduring faith in Jesus by seeking God's truth through His Word, developing a biblical worldview, and finding contentment through their hope in Christ. She has collaborated on two devotional books, Tapestry of Grace and Life-Changing Stories, and created and wrote The Truth Journal, A 30-Day Guided Journal to Combat the Lies of the Enemy With the Truth of God's Word. Jana has also written for various other print and online publications, including The Kindred Mom, Living By Design, The Joyful Life Magazine, The Brave Woman Series, The Heartbreak to Strength Series, and Faith Storytellers. She writes with her family's Wyoming ranch as the backdrop, where she and her husband, Mike, have made a life together raising cattle and their two children, Hannah and Kade. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode.Website: https://www.rusticandredeemed.comFacebook  https://www.facebook.com/janamaccarrieInstagram https://www.instagram.com/rusticandredeemed/Twitter https://twitter.com/JanaMFraleyTheme Song “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

This week I speak with Tess Scott, a Christian speaker, an award-winning author, and a former black sheep turned “Jesus Girl.”  With humor and vulnerability, this Canadian mom of 8 has lived through multiple divorces, married her husband twice, and raised a whole brood of boys, which only goes to prove God is full of grace and mercy. Now, Tess is on a mission to help other women with messy stories to shed their shame by teaching them who they are in Christ so they can embrace the power of God in their imperfect lives. She's been featured on podcasts and many (live) stages throughout Canada and the US, encouraging women and making them laugh until they pee just a little. We look at her childhood up to the present to find the thread of God working in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode!Tess's website:  Home - Listen, sister... (tessscott.com) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/listensistertessscott Insta: Listen Sister Encouragement (@listensister_encouragement) • Instagram photos and videos Linked In Tess Scott | LinkedIn Click HERE

This week, I speak with Beth Read, a native of the Chicago suburbs whose roots now run deep in Grand Rapids, MI. She lives there with her husband, Kevin, of 19 years, their 4 kids, ages 13, 11, 8, and 6, and their 2 dogs Cookie and Jasmine. Beth's career as a nurse practitioner unexpectedly turned into a gig as a stay-at-home mom after the birth of their first child. She owns HeartWriters, a Christian company with a mission to "help grownups raise kids who live and love like Jesus." In this podcast, Beth will share how God led her down a long, winding path to discover her true identity and led to the birth of HeartWriters' first product, Fruit of the Family. We look from her childhood up to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!You can find her at:www.heartwriters.orgInstagram- www.instagram.com/fruitofthefamilyFacebook-www.facebook.com/fruitofthefamilyTikTok-www.tiktok.com/fruitofthefamilyAmazon-https://www.amazon.com/HeartWriters-Fruit-Family-Activity-Set/dp/B0BVN7N99B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1G83YWBZ39CYM&keywords=heart+writers+fruit+of+the+family+activity+set&qid=1702405852&sprefix=heartwriters+fruit+of+the+family+activity+set%2Caps%2C390&sr=8-1*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa 

This week I speak with Dianne Beck. She spent much of her career teaching students ranging from Kindergarten through adult before achieving her dream of publishing her first novel, Sticks and Stones. She recently published Finding True North and serves part time as a high school youth director at her church. She hopes young people and adults can find faith and strength in her stories. When not writing or reading a good book, she savors every moment possible with family and friends, and loves a good steaming cup of coffee or tea.  We look at her childhood to the present to find the beautiful thread of Jesus in her life. You won't want to miss this encouraging episode! www.diannebeck.com*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa   

Welcome to the final episode of the Summer Break Series Snap-shot Edition. I cannot believe what an amazing Series this has been. If you haven't had a chance to listen to them all, go back and start on special episode #1. I tell you, these are so encouraging and inspiring! God gave me the idea to discuss with people about the new things that he's doing in their lives, and boy, is God working overtime. I'm particularly excited to share something new God is doing in my life this week. This wasn't my original plan. My original plan was to share four different friends and have them come back on the podcast and share their new things, but one of them could not do it. Because of that, I returned to prayer, asking God who I should ask. To my surprise, God responded, 'I'm doing some new things in your life; why don't you share?' I agreed, thinking it might encourage our regular listeners to hear about the new things God was doing in my life. Little did I know, the incredible new thing He was about to do was just around the corner. This week, you'll hear the newest miraculous story God wrote in my life. He sent me on an adventure, stringing new things to new things. God completely changed the trajectory of my life step by step, obedience by obedience, blessing by blessing. He connected each new thing to bring about this "newest" thing: my being able to sign a traditional publishing contract for the book. He had me stop everything else to write. This is not just an encouraging and inspiring episode for you but also for me. If you ever feel discouraged or doubt that God is in the details, I urge you to listen to this. The things God does are truly amazing, and I'm excited to share them with you. When I dreamed of this opportunity, I told God, “I want you to do this so that when I point to you, people know nobody, but you did it.” Wait until you hear all that He did! God strung together miracles for me! So settle in and listen to this episode about the goodness of God. He's doing a new thing in your life, too. Do you perceive it? Will you step out and follow Him? I promise you will have an incredible story to tell if you do.*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

Welcome to week three of the Summer Break Series “Snapshot Edition” where we talk with guests who have been on the show previously in order to find out the new things God is doing in their lives. This week, I speak with Dawn Ward who is a speaker, writer, and biblical life coach. She is the founder of  The Faith to Flourish, a ministry that equips women to thrive by providing inspiring teaching, coaching, and biblical resources to help them cultivate resilient faith, grow through adversity, and live transformed lives. As part of the mission of The Faith to Flourish, she also ministers to women with loved ones struggling with addiction, mental health issues, and life-destructive behaviors. Dawn is the co-author of the book “Still Standing After All the Tears Workbook: Faith in the Battle Edition, a contributing author for the devotional Shepherd on Duty, and is currently in the process of writing her first solo book, From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children (ETA third quarter 2024). Dawn has been married to her husband, Steve, for over forty years and is mom to three adult children. It is her passion to help all women grow in their faith as they learn to better understand the Bible and how to apply it to their lives. Connect with Dawn at The Faith to Flourish on most social media platforms. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!Social Media links:HTTPS://www.thefaithtoflourish.comHTTPS://www.Facebook.com/thefaithtoflourishHTTPS://www.instagram.com/thefaithtoflourishblog andHTTPS://www.instagram.com/dawnr.ward HTTPS://www.Twitter.com/faithtoflourishhttps://www.youtube.com/thefaithtoflourishwithdawnwardhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-ward-93975b266https://www.pinterest.com/thefaithtoflourish *Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa