First and Main

Do you want to be more loving...more patient...more self-controlled? It begins with understanding the FRUIT of the Spirit. Today's episode will give you fresh insight into why we need the fruit of the Spirit and how to have more of it!

How well do you understand spiritual gifts? In today's podcast Debbs and Lauren discuss the difference between motivational, manifestation and ministry gifts. God's gifts benefit us and others. In fact, the more familiar you are with the way God works, the more opportunities you'll have to receive what God has for you and be a conduit God uses to share His love with others. As you listen today, we want to encourage you to invite the Holy Spirit to work in your life so that you can be empowered to love and serve others more effectively. 

Join Debbs and Lauren as they sit down with Ps. Nick Hindle to talk about the Holy Spirit. Ps. Nick loves helping people grow and he always brings rich perspective and insights to any discussion. Today's podcast is packed with so many moments you won't want to miss!

The Holy Spirit is such an essential part of our Christian walk, it makes sense to really understand who he is and how he operates. In this episode, Debbs and Lauren discuss specific ways the Holy Spirit wants to operate in your life. If you allow him to do the work he really wants to do, there will be a dramatic difference in how you live and how you walk out your faith from day to day.

One of the questions people ask the most is, “How do I hear the Holy Spirit?". Join Debbs and Lauren as they share practical tips on hearing the Holy Spirit's voice, as well as some practical safeguards to use when learning to discern His voice.

We will NEVER live God's way without The Holy Spirit. Whether we are facing a situation, navigating a season, making a decision, or needing the energy or resources to tackle the day…The Holy Spirit has promised to help us, every single day. In this episode, get to know Him better, as Lauren and Debbs discuss the secret to staying on track .

It's a new year and we're sharing a few foundational principles to help you set the course for the rest of your year. For many, January is the foundation December successes are built on. But, what would a truly successful end of the year look like? What if you accomplished lots of good things this year, but didn't accomplish what matters most? Join Debbs and Lauren as they discuss this important topic, as well as share some practical ways to help you stay on track.

Do you need a breakthrough in a situation? Well...something good is coming! It's Christmas time after all. In our last episode, we talked about elevating our expectations and anticipating what God has for us. In today's episode, let your faith be stirred as you hear from our friend, Pastor Andi Jones. She is someone who has lived out many of the things we've talked about on the podcast this year and has seen God show up in her and her family's lives in amazing ways. The stories she's shares are sure to fill your heart with the hope and wonder of Christmas and remind you that whenever we cry out to God for help, He answers in ways that are far greater than we could ever imagine.

A key to living well is cultivating a biblical perspective in every area of life. Wherever you are in life today, you can start planting seeds in the soil of your need and trust God to do what He says He'll do. As you apply God's wisdom, it's so important to continue cultivating your faith and expectation. When you do this, you can expect to receive phenomenal things from God. In today's episode, Lauren and Debb's finish up the series they started on the law of seedtime & harvest with lots of encouragement to keep the faith as you wait to reap God's promises.

What kind of things have had the most influence on your political views? Election time can be an unnerving time for many. Between all the ads, social media posts and the feelings we may have about the impact an election may have on our nation and us individually, we thought it would be a good idea to bring some KINGDOM PERSPECTIVE to the topic of politics and voting. Have you ever truly considered what's had the most influence on your perspective? Is it your parents, the culture, is it your race, or the schools you've attended? Maybe it's the media, personal preferences or maybe, and we hope this is the case, it's your understanding of what the Bible teaches. The Bible actually has A LOT to say about politics and a Christian's civic responsibilities. Listen today, as we explore how to cultivate a kingdom perspective on this VERY important topic.

Habits Matter! Even the smallest, tiniest, babiest habit can put wind in your sail or an anchor on your tail. If you want to learn practical ways to cultivate good habits this episode is for you. John Maxwell says, “When we are foolish, we want to conquer the world. When we are wise, we want to conquer ourselves.” Gain great perspective and practical tips to help you choose better things.

Do you know how to thrive, even in tough financial and economic times? In this episode, Debbs and Lauren sit down with special guest, Bill Farthing, to talk about finances from a biblical view. From budgeting to money saving tips, this episode is packed with biblical principles and practical tips to help you cultivate a blessed life financially.

In the last episode, Debbs shared that prayer is "First and Main" in cultivating an environment where kids thrive. In this episode, she passes along specific ways the Holy Spirit taught her to pray for her son. Get ready to not only be equipped with a great prayer strategy, but amazed by the stories she shares of answered prayers. This episode is filled with practical advice and is sure to build your faith.

This will help your kids more than any other thing you do. In this episode, Debbs shares something that will shape them, protect them and connect them to inconceivable blessings and the great news is every parent can do it! Most of us would agree that there are many factors that influence a child's development: family/home life, school environment, church environment, peer environment, media influences, and even the neighborhood you live in. BUT, what if we told you that YOU have the ability to positively affect every one of the environments your kids encounter. Well, you can. Listen to find out how.

Are you ready to get serious about cultivating a healthier lifestyle? In the episode, Debbs and Lauren sit down with special guest, Brittany Longshore, to talk about cultivating health: both spiritually and physically. Brittany's story is sure to inspire you to not only dream about a healthier you; but to take bold steps to cultivate the life you want.

How's your attitude been lately? How about when you face a setback or when something unexpected happens? Our attitude is something that will naturally decline without continual cultivation. In this episode, Debbs and Lauren talk about some practical ways to cultivate a good attitude.

In this episode, Debbs and special guest Annika Murray, talk about the biblical principle of cultivating, as well as the law of seedtime and harvest. Annika shares practical ways this principle has been applied in her own life to cultivate peace, along with some very specific ways to start cultivating good things in your own life.

We all want to flourish in life. We dream about it. The question is, are we really prepared to put in the work & time needed for that to happen? The truth is, there's no drive-thru line to a great marriage and no miracle pill that'll make us skinny and fit. Some things in life are only attainable if we'll cultivate them. In this episode, Debbs talks about the process of cultivating and the tools you need to flourish.

Do you feel confident in one area of your life and then not confident in another? If so, you are not alone. In this episode Lauren talks about where confidence comes from, how to keep it, and what happens if you have lost it! Having confidence is part of living well; so if this is an area in your life that you struggle with, this episode is for you!

Have you ever heard the phrase, "You steer where you stare"? It's true! In this episode, Debbs talks about the importance of keeping our eyes on the road marked out for us. She also shares one practical way that'll keep anyone from driving their life into a ditch.

If you are feeling STUCK in any area of your life right now, this podcast is for you! In this episode, Debbs and Lauren talk about their own "stuck" experiences and share 4 practical things to help you move past defeat into victory. They also share some additional take-aways from John 5, the story of Jesus healing a lame man.

Everyone of us will face times in our lives when we find ourselves wanting something and waiting for it, hoping we'll be next. In this episode, Debbs and Lauren have a special message to share with you. If you've ever felt stuck this podcast will help you.

Feeling stressed? If so, you're not alone! When it comes to living well our mental health matters! In this episode, we sat down with special guest, Professional Pastoral Counselor, Jessica Banner, MS., to talk about this area of our lives: what it means to be mentally healthy, common stressors, warning signs, as well as practical ways to "pump" the brakes in our lives so we don't crash and burn.

In this episode Debb's and Lauren, along with two special guests, are talking about the importance of attaching our lives to something that matters. We believe one of those things is THE CHURCH. Whether you are actively engaged in church life or are someone who's disengaged, today's conversation is going to be both insightful and helpful. We discuss the purpose of church, finding the right church, examining different denominations, overcoming challenges and ways to grow, flourish and rock church life.

Have you ever heard the saying, “timing is everything”? Have you ever struggled to understand what God is doing or His timing? If so, this episode if for you! Seasons are a normal part of life and Debb's and Lauren want to help you ROCK yours. John Maxwell says, "the wrong action at the wrong time leads to disaster. The right action at the wrong time brings resistance. The wrong action at the right time is a mistake. The right action at the right time results in success." This episode will equip you to rock your seasons and give you a fresh sense of hope and confidence that God will make everything beautiful in your life…in His Time.

Debbs and Lauren sit down with some girlfriends to talk about friendship. We believe we all want to have good friends, but struggle at times to find deep and meaningful friendships. Life is hectic for most of us and finding good friendships while living in such a driven, hurried society can be challenging. It's not uncommon to feel like the “friendship” area of our lives gets the short end of the stick. In this episode, we talk about what the Bible says about friendship and what we can do to develop and nurture lasting “LIFE-GIVING” friendships. However you are doing in this area of your life currently…know that God can help you make friends and take your relationships to a higher level. Listen in to start rocking it in this area of your life! *** Around 37minutes for approximately 1 1/2 minutes our audio overlaps - we apologize for the technical difficulty and working to ensure that doesn't happen again.

In this episode, Debbs invites Pastors Andy and Lesley Smith to share their testimony on how God brought their marriage from ROCKY to ROCKING! This (married) power couple divorces each other and a year later begins to wonder if they made a mistake. As God works to redeem their marriage, he delivers a dream to their daughter that completely changes the course of their lives. This story ends in rainbows, smiles, and a BLUE dress. During this special interview, Master Coach Robin Lagrow Buttler also pops up on main with a coaching corner moment that you'll definitely not want to miss.

Join Debbs, Lauren and a few of their friends as they talk about marriage. They're talking about expectations, communication, personalities and more. In this episode, Pastors Nick and Danielle Hindle, along with Marriage Coach and Counselor, Wanda Collins share personal insights and practical tips to help you rock your relationship. Even if you aren't married, they share advice to help you as well!

Have you ever secretly wondered what life could look and feel like if you allowed yourself to dream big? Join Debbs, Lauren and special guest, Executive Coach Karen Hilton, as they explore this idea. This episode is full of personal insights and fresh perspectives to help you imagine possibilites and start rocking your OWN vision.

Most of us have good intentions, but oftentimes we lack the practical strategies to help us accomplish more. In this episode, Debbs and Lauren pass along four practical things they've learned to help you reach the higher heights of a First and Main way of life…a lifestyle full of vitality, joy, ability, meaning and SO much more. After all, all's well that begins well. We are officially one month into 2022, which means it's a good time to stop and reflect on how things are going so far! Listen in today and get a great jumpstart on this year.

Small steps can lead to inconceivable outcomes; things like: healing, renewed hope, better relationships, greater confidence and the enrichment of others. Join Debbs and Lauren as they talk with special guest, Milton Torres, about their own steps of faith and the after effects.

This is our first episode of 2022 and Debb's is BACK!! We're really excited about SEASON 2.0 UNSCRIPTED...To kick it off, we're circling back to where we FIRST began, talking about having a First and Main lifestyle. If you want to live a higher quality life, if you want your life to be meaningful and fruitful...this episode is for you!

As we wrap up our year, Lauren talks about endings and how to end well. In this episode, she gives two practical ways to help you end your year well. This episode will help you reflect back on the past year and give it closure as the new one approaches. How we end anything sets the tone for how we start something new. Happy New Year!

In this episode Lauren and special guest, Annika Murray, talk about practical ways to experience a Peace-Full holiday season.

It's Thanksgiving week and in the spirit of that, we want to help you prepare a dish! We are sharing the recipe for being happy. In the last two episodes we began talking about the relational dimension of our lives and discussed the fact that a key to becoming relationally healthy actually begins with us first being emotionally & spiritually healthy ourselves. In this episode, Lauren and special guest, Robin Lagrow Buttler, talk about assessing and setting the mental, emotional and spiritual temperature of our lives - which is important everyday; but it can be extra helpful as we enter the Holiday season. Robin is a motivational speaker, certified Life Coach and Coach Trainer. We love her and know you will too!

We all need healthy, supportive, nurturing relationships and genuine connection with the people around us. Lauren and special guest, Theresa Vaughn, Director of Influencers Counseling and Care Department, talk about the relational dimension of our lives and some practical tips for having great relationships. In this episode, they talk about the characteristics of relationally healthy people, as well as common signs of an unhealthy relationship and more.

We all need healthy, supportive, nurturing relationships and genuine connection with the people around us. Lauren and special guest, Theresa Vaughn, Director of Influencers Counseling and Care Department, talk about the relational dimension of our lives and some practical tips for having great relationships.

In this episode Lauren continues talking with special guest, Pastor Roger Mileham, about healthy habits and scriptural principles for honoring God with your body. Pastor Roger is a leadership expert, an author, and a certified coach who shares biblical truth, personal stories and his expertise on developing disciplines in the area of physical health.

In this episode Lauren talks with special guest, Pastor Roger Mileham, about healthy habits and scriptural principles for honoring God with your body. Pastor Roger is a leadership expert, an author, and a certified coach who shares biblical truth, personal stories and his expertise on developing disciplines in the area of physical health.

Lauren invites Erin Freeman to join her in "The Roundabout" where they go roundabout a special topic. In the episode, they discuss how to train spiritually and deliver practical ways to grow in faith as they share their own faith stories... they even share a special gift just for you!

How do we know which avenue to take in life? What is the path to living well and how do we stay on it? In this episode, Annika fills in for Debbs and chats with Lauren about living the life God has intended us to live.

Join Debbs and Lauren as the talk about how to make good choices and practice great habits. If you need help exercising control over yourself (be it your thoughts, your impulses, your words, or your actions) THIS episode is for you! We're talking about the ONE THING fundamental to living well.

Join Debbs and Lauren for part 2 of this special episode called the Roundabout. Tune in to hear from our special guests as we talk more about attitude. They'll answer questions, share insights and tips they've learned.

Join Debbs and Lauren for a special episode called the Roundabout. Tune in to hear from our special guests as we talk more about attitude. They'll answer questions, share insights and tips they've learned.

Did you know attitude is one of the biggest difference makers in determining the kind of life you have? Join Debbs and Lauren as they talk about four more attitudes that produce true happiness and satisfaction in our lives.

Did you know attitude is one of the biggest difference makers in determining the kind of life you have? Join Debbs and Lauren as they talk about four specific attitudes that produce true happiness and satisfaction in our lives.

Did you know attitude is one of the biggest difference makers in determining the kind of life you have? Yet, keeping a good attitude in a world filled with attitude isn't easy. In this episode, join Debbs and Lauren for an attitude check-up and take part in their "60 day" Attitude Adjustment Challenge.

We are so excited about this episode ***BELIEVE TO SEE***. Join Debbs, Lauren and author, Annika Murray, as they talk about waiting on God and not giving up. You'll also get to hear the stories of some of their friends who've done just that and overcame incredible challenges . Seriously, don't miss our LAST episode of Rising In The Spirit Of An Overcomer.

Join Debbs, Lauren and special guest, Theresa Vaughn as they share the two final keys too RISING IN THE SPIRIT OF AN OVERCOMER, a “state of being”, that can enable you to rise above any and everything that comes against you. Theresa Vaughn has dedicated her life to helping people overcome. She currently serves as the Director of Influencers Care and Counseling for Influencers Church. She also trains ministers and counselors in pastoral care and trauma recovery through BDA Development Ministries. She has worked as a minister & counselor for over 40 years. She holds a Doctor of Divinity, a B.A in Psychology, as well as numerous certifications and education in specialized areas, including Biblical counseling, couples/premarital counseling, trauma resolution, addiction recovery, and sexual abuse recovery for men and women. In this podcast, Theresa and Debbs begin to unpack practical steps to take in the midst of life's challenges.Special guest, Theresa Vaughn, joins us for Part 2 of Rising In the Spirit Of An Overcomer.

In life, it's easy to get discouraged. We can feel overwhelmed by what we need: whether it's more time, energy, a better attitude, more faith, more discipline, etc. We struggle and just can't see a way through or out. Join Debbs and special guest, Theresa Vaughn as they explore how to ACCESS THE SPIRIT OF AN OVERCOMER, a “state of being”, that can enable you to rise above any and everything that comes against you. Theresa Vaughn has dedicated her life to helping people overcome. She currently serves as the Director of Influencers Care and Counseling for Influencers Church. She also trains ministers and counselors in pastoral care and trauma recovery through BDA Development Ministries. She has worked as a minister & counselor for over 40 years. She holds a Doctor of Divinity, a B.A in Psychology, as well as numerous certifications and education in specialized areas, including Biblical counseling, couples/premarital counseling, trauma resolution, addiction recovery, and sexual abuse recovery for men and women. In this podcast, Theresa and Debbs begin to unpack practical steps to take in the midst of life's challenges.Special guest, Theresa Vaughn, joins us for Part 2 of Rising In the Spirit Of An Overcomer.

In life, it's easy to get discouraged. We can feel overwhelmed by what we need: whether it's more time, energy, a better attitude, more faith, more discipline, etc. We struggle and just can't see a way through or out. Join Debbs and special guest, Theresa Vaughn as they explore how to ACCESS THE SPIRIT OF AN OVERCOMER, a “state of being”, that can enable you to rise above any and everything that comes against you. Theresa Vaughn has dedicated her life to helping people overcome. She currently serves as the Director of Influencers Care and Counseling for Influencers Church. She also trains ministers and counselors in pastoral care and trauma recovery through BDA Development Ministries. She has worked as a minister & counselor for over 40 years. She holds a Doctor of Divinity, a B.A in Psychology, as well as numerous certifications and education in specialized areas, including Biblical counseling, couples/premarital counseling, trauma resolution, addiction recovery, and sexual abuse recovery for men and women. In this podcast, Theresa and Debbs begin to unpack practical steps to take in the midst of life's challenges.