Faith, Foolishness & Favor

Listen in on this special Mother's Day episode as Brandi & Nicole share fond memories of their mothers, from admiration to the many lessons learned... this one may get a little emotional. Let's Talk About It! 

//Boundaries//: something that indicates or fixes a limit or extent (as defined by Merriam-Webster)Set 'em. Cross 'em. Love 'em. Hate 'em. Whatever you do, let's talk about it! We believe that setting boundaries is a very important part of self-care... when set, adhered to, and respected by yourself and others. Setting boundaries looks different for everyone. A person with healthy boundaries can say “no” to others when they want to, but they are also comfortable opening themselves up to intimacy and close relationships. A person who always keeps others at a distance (whether emotionally, physically, or otherwise) is said to have rigid boundaries. Alternatively, someone who tends to get too involved with others has porous boundaries. Listen in as Brandi and Nicole share their personal experiences setting boundaries, adhering to them, and adjusting them based on relationship/setting. 

Let's talk about confidence. Do you consider yourself a confident woman? If we had to give an honest answer, the answer is no. Oftentimes, we have more confidence at work than in social settings. According to Harvard Business Review, imposter syndrome disproportionately affects high-achieving people, who find it difficult to accept their accomplishments. Many question whether they're deserving of accolades.Even if women demonstrate strength, ambition, and resilience, our daily battles with microaggressions and assumptions formed by stereotypes, often push us down. Let's Talk About It! 

Let's talk about mental health...not an easy topic but definitely necessary.  It looks different for all of us, but we all deserve to be loved, seen, and cared for. Join us as we share our experiences with loneliness, depression, and therapy. 

What happens when you're over 35 and single? Are you catapulted into a life of depression and loneliness? Are you constantly fending off family, friends, and strangers who want to help you out of this perceived tragedy? Or are you simply single and satisfied? Let's Talk About It! 

Over the past couple of years, we've had so many conversations that started or ended with “What's wrong with everyone? How do things seem to be going from bad to worse? Why can't we all be kinder to one another? What is up with this cancel culture?"Listen as we discuss the need to create space for grace. Space to allow people the opportunity to learn, grow, try, make mistakes, and try again. 

Are you overcommitting, unable to find time to rest, unable to take time for yourself? Are there too many priorities and just not enough time for you? Have the answers to these questions changed over the last two years?Join us as we talk about taking the time to rest and take care of yourself! 

We are officially back after taking more than a year off. Tune in for this week's episode as we share where we've been and what we've been doing. 

We've all been in that awkward situation-ship where we aren't sure if we are in a committed relationship, or if we even want to be. The dreaded "what are we?" conversation keeps nagging at us, but we don't want to mess up a good thing. This week Brandi & Nicole discuss their experiences and perspectives on avoiding commitments, committing to the wrong person, and the feelings of not being chosen by the person you're choosing.Bible Verses Referenced:Ephesians 1:41 Peter 2:9http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.org  http://instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor

Brandi & Nicole have a candid conversation about their fathers and the role that they play in shaping the expectations of their romantic relationships. Their fathers have shown up, shown out, and shown them how a man should treat the woman he plans to spend the rest of his life with. http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttp://instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor

As Christians, far too often we dance around the topic of sex before marriage (fornication), sexual thoughts, and sexual acts (pornography, masturbation, etc). If God designed sex to be good and pleasurable, what's the big deal about waiting? And, why is no one talking about it? Let's Talk About It! Bible Verses to Read This Week (in order of discussion):Genesis 1:26-28Deuteronomy 22:13-30Hebrews 13:41 Corinthians 7:2Galatians 5:16-21Jeremiah 1:4-5Romans 8:9Psalms 139Luke 22:40Philippians 4:6-8Hebrews 3:12-13Mark 9:37Psalms 119:111 Corinthians 6:18-20Exodus 34:6-7http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttp://instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor

Things are getting spicy as we discuss dating, resisting the temptation to sin, and navigating the hot and heavy moments in the relationship. All temptation does not have to end in sin, so how do we keep from going too far, staying too late, and getting too hot? Let's talk about it. Bible Verses Used: Genesis Chapter 391 Corinthians 10:13Romans 12:1http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttp://instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor

Are you desiring a relationship that is rooted in Christ? Do you long to be pursued for marriage, but are unsure of what that looks like? In what is hailed as the greatest pursuit of all time, God longs for an intimate relationship with you and He stands ready to fulfill the desires of your heart. As we align the desires of our heart with God's will, we are discussing intentional dating, growing your relationship with Christ, and being pursued as you pursue Christ. Bible Verses Used:John 14:21Amos 3:31 John 5:211 John 2:15-17James 1:5Isaiah 40:31Jeremiah 29:13Matthew 18Book of Hoseahttp://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttp://instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor

We're putting it all out there when it comes to being single and the struggles with dating. Let's be honest, dating is hard and as time goes on, non-negotiables start being negotiable... even when it doesn't align with the will of God. Join us as we talk about enjoying the gift of singleness and focusing on Kingdom business. Bible Verses Used:2 Corinthians  6:14Matthew 6:331 Cor. 7:32-342 Timothy 2:22Ephesians 1:3-4http://instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavorhttp://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.org

Have you struggled to love yourself? Always putting yourself on the back burner to tend to the needs of someone else? The most important relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself and God. Tune in as we share how we grew to love ourselves better through our relationship with Christ.Bible Verses Used:2 Corinthians 5:17Psalms 139:23-24http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttp://instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor

Tune in for this bonus episode where we discuss our two-week break, Black Lives Matter, the upcoming election, and what's to come for Season 2. Helpful links:whenweallvote.orgrockthevote.orgusa.govhttp://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttp://instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor

Join us for the season finale as we tackle "the L word", forced hugs, love languages and "I can show you better than I can tell you". Bible Verses Used:Galatians 6:2 John 15:13 1 Thessalonians 5:11 www.faithfoolishnessfavor.org@faithfoolishnessfavor

Forgiveness - it's raw, it's real, it's exhausting. It's also necessary. Easy to accept but hard to dish out, join us as we talk about some of the dos and don'ts of forgiving others, and how it all makes us feel. Bible Verses Used:Matthew 6:14-15Matthew 18:15Matthew 18:21-22Luke 17:3-4Colossians 3:13Ephesians 4:31http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttps://www.instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/

We are constantly rushing, planning, and worrying about what needs to be done next. Knowing that tomorrow brings its own worries, join us as we discuss how we are making a commitment to slowing down, being present, and taking in each day. Bible Verses Used: Psalms 100:4-5Romans 12:12Matthew 6:33-34Luke 10:38-42Luke 12: 27-28http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttps://www.instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/

As we are in the throws of a global pandemic, it's easy to ask an age-old question: why does God allow this to happen? If God is so great and so powerful, why does He allow bad things to happen? In this episode, we discuss living in a fallen world, our God-given free will, and how we choose to set our sights on the one who has overcome the world.Bible Verses Used:Genesis Chapter 3 (The Fall)Romans 3:10Romans 3:23http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttps://www.instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/ 

We can all tell war stories about fear, failures, and lacking faith. How do we convert those stories to future examples of faith and hope? How do we get past striving for perfection and trust God's plan? Bible Verses Used: 2 Timothy 1:7Jeremiah 29:11Matthew 17:20http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttp://instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/

When the stress of life becomes too much, how do you cope? Many of us turn to things that simply bring us comfort rather than turning directly to The Comforter. In this episode, we get real about coping mechanisms, shifting our perspective, and asking God for the help that we need.Bible Verses Used:Philippians 4:6-7Philippians 4:8Isaiah 30:18-19Matthew 11:28-29James 1:5www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orginstagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/

Will a man rob God? In this episode, we tackle tithing 10%, managing the other 90% well, and being generous in general. Do we have to tithe? What if I don't have it to give?Bible verses used:Matthew 6:21Malachi 3:8-102 Corinthians 9:6-7 www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttps://www.instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/

Stuck in the comparison trap? How do we find contentment in our everyday lives while being intentional about building the Kingdom of God? Let's talk about how to shift our focus from them to Him. Bible Verses:1 Thessalonians 4:11-12James 3:16www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttps://www.instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/

How do you leave your past behind when the world insists on reminding you of who you used to be? When the world thinks that your past defines your future?Your past is forgiven and Jesus holds your future. Referenced Bible Verses: Hebrews 8:12Hebrews 10:16-17http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttps://www.instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/

It's hard out here in these streets... are we the only ones struggling?Join us as we discuss His love, our obedience, and learning to balance it all. We all have a different battle to fight but thank God that it's already won. Referenced Bible Verses: John 14:15Luke 9:231 John 5:2-3http://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttps://www.instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/

Get to know your co-hosts as they share stories about growing up, finding Jesus, and how they met.www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttps://www.instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/

Get ready for unfiltered truth as we fearlessly tackle all the taboo topics that we know you want to discuss. So buckle up, break out the wine, and put the kids to bed ‘cus we ain't holding nothing back.https://www.faithfoolishnessfavor.orghttps://www.instagram.com/faithfoolishnessfavor/