Greater is God

What do you use to refill you after a long day? In this episode we talk about putting God first, consulting with Holy Spirit before you make plans, and releasing unnecessary baggage. I hope you enjoy today's episode and if you do I hope you share it with a family member or a friend. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Hey y'all, On this episode I am a guest on the Spirit Led Women Podcast. I hope you all enjoy it. I'd love to hear your takeaways. Thank you for being a listener. I will be back next week with a new episode. The Spirit Led Women IG 2023 Journal Prompts $1.99 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

It is time we stop delaying our development. We need to spend time now before the new year in the presence of God. I want to encourage you to fast and pray as much as you can before 2023. I feel like many every episodes are full of repetition, but y'all I can not stress how important it is. I am far from perfect and will be spending a lot more time praying, and fasting before 2023 starts and throughout 2023 and I hope you join me. 2023 Checklist and Journal Prompts BELIEVE EVOLVE: THE BOOTCAMP Greater is God Instagram Poll on Intro Music --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

None of know exactly what each day holds. But, we do know the one who does. As we prepare to enter into a new year I am calling for a time of reflection. Reflecting and celebrating the happy moments of 2022 and learning from the hard ones. When we walk into 2023 I want us to prepare to walk through he doors God opens for us at the the divinely appointed time he tells us to. I don't want us to be delayed due to distractions. 2023 Journal Prompts and Checklist https://greaterisgod.gumroad.com/l/oiyit Y'all we are doing a Believe Evolve Bootcamp virtually on January 14th. I am going to be talking about it a lot on IG and in my next episode. Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/greater.is.god/ If you like me, you will love my friends who I am hosting the bootcamp with those ladies can TEACH! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Today we look at when the enemy first entered into the text in Genesis chapter 3 and the tools he used to get Adam and Eve to disobey Gods commandment. Get your free copy of the Spiritual Spring Cleaning Guide by clicking the link below. https://mailchi.mp/730877d4d635/spiritual-spring-cleaning-guid-2022 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Spiritual Spring Cleaning Guide: https://mailchi.mp/730877d4d635/spiritual-spring-cleaning-guid-2022 Today's message came out of Matthew 14:22-33. What is distracting you in the middle of your miracle? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

On todays episode we discuss triggers, habits, and building on a solid foundation. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greater.is.god/?r=nametag Email me: ashley@dillard consulting.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

One thing I said over and over again in this episode is that our participation is required. This episode is about us coming together and reflecting on what it is God has asked us to do. Our obedience isn't optional. We also discussed some stifling blocks that may try to hinder us from giving God our yes. I hope you enjoyed this week's episode. If you'd like to connect with us on Instagram you can by following our page; https://www.instagram.com/greater.is.god/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

This episode was all about watching what you say about yourself to yourself. Speaking and praying the promises of God over your life. Asking God to help you see yourself as He sees you and holding tight to that truth all the while relinquishing any lies you may have accepted. The tongue has the power of life and death and those who love it will eat its fruit. -Proverbs 18:21 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Frantic= Emotionally out of control Faithful= Loyal, constant, steadfast, in allegiance with Christ Verses in this episode: 2 Timothy 1:7 Philippians 4:6 Psalms 34:4 Psalms 23:4 Romans 12:2 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Be aware of the environment you place yourself in. In today's episode we talk about the healing power of Christ. We discuss the miracles He performed in Mark chapter 5 and how important it is to hold fast to our faith. We need to make sure we are obedience to Christ and in alignment with Him. There are so many gifts and talents inside of you that the world is waiting for if on you'd grab God's hand and go when he tells you to go. That vision he gave you for your family, the business plan, the book, and or the YouTube channel he asked you to start is not dead its dormant. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In this episode we dive into a conversation revolving around distractions, and how we utilize our time on a day to day basis. Have you recognized and acknowledged your distractions? What will you do to overcome them? Everyday we wake up we are faced with so many decisions and how are life looks right now is the total sum of the decisions we've made up until this point. Change your life by changing your decisions, and change your decisions by receiving directions from God. I hope this episode blesses you. Luke 10:38-39-42 TPT As Jesus and the disciples continued on their journey, they came to a village where a woman welcomed Jesus into her home. Her name was Martha and she had a sister named Mary. Mary sat down attentively before the Master, absorbing every revelation he shared. But Martha became exasperated with finishing the numerous household chores in preparation for her guests, so she interrupted Jesus and said, “Lord, don't you think it's unfair that my sister left me to do all the work by myself? You should tell her to get up and help me.” The Lord answered her, “Martha, my beloved Martha. Why are you upset and troubled, pulled away by all these many distractions? Mary has discovered the one thing most important by choosing to sit at my feet. She is undistracted, and I won't take this privilege from her.” Email me @ ashley@dillardconsulting.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In this episode we discuss the importance of dwelling in the presence of God and how that must take precedent over doing. Every year we go into the New Year with plans and goals, but did we consult God before we made those plans? This is the year of Divine Collaboration. God doesn't want us to do things in vain without Him. I encourage you to sit at the feet of God and listen for the blueprint for 2022. Proverbs 19:21 "Many plans are in a man's mind, But it is the Lord's purpose for him that will stand (be carried out)." Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious or worried about anything, but in everything [every circumstance and situation] by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your [specific] requests known to God. Psalms 127:1 "Unless the Lord builds the house, They labor in vain who build it; Unless the Lord guards the city, The watchman keeps awake in vain." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Grace can be defined as the unmerited and underserved favor of God. When we gamble with grace we are disobeying God and forfeiting his provisions in hopes that we get the outcome our flesh desires. It is a dangerous thing to gamble with the grace of God. In todays episode we dive in and discuss consequeses, assumptions, and what it looks like to make ourselves available to God. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Have you ever been deep in prayer and hear the Lord speak clearly to your situation? This happened to me just yesterday and was the inspiration for this episode. I heard the Lord say even when darkness surrounds us and we feel overwhelmed Deuteronomy 31:6 still rings true as it reads Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” I hope this episode encourages you wherever you are in your faith walk. Jesus is the light and his grace and mercy abounds. Audible link https://amzn.to/2O9BgoH My Sister Alicia Blog Faith Ever After https://www.facebook.com/ashley.stanford.391/posts/3203038643085851?notif_id=1594249424670586¬if_t=feedback_reaction_generic --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In today's episode Ashley discusses how important it is to allow the task God has given you to take root before sharing it with family members or friends. The people around us may have great intentions, but they may not be able to see the vision God has given you. It may not be for them to see or support at this time. There comes a time in all of our Christian walks where we must do what God has called us to whether we have the support of those whom we love or not. As difficult as it may be to accomplish our assignment God is pleased by our obedience. Spend time with Him. Lean on Him for strength and comfort. You'll be surprised at what you and God can accomplish together when He is the only one you are trying to please. Todays show is sponsored by Audible, an Amazon company that offers the world's largest selection of digital audiobooks and spoken word content. With Audible, you can listen anytime and anywhere to professionally-narrated audiobooks across a wide range of genres. Use the link below to receive a free audiobook as well as a 30 day free trial to see all the content Audible offers. You can cancel at anytime. Thanks in advance for supporting the Greater is God Podcast. https://amzn.to/386jZpD --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In this episode Ashley discusses how important it is to overcome the things of the past so can walk boldly into your future. She uses analogies to symbolize what is happening spiritually when we carry around too much weight. A few reflection questions are written out below that would be helpful in self evaluating the things you are carrying. Somethings are necessary for us to take form season to season and others just weigh us down. As you embark on a journey of spiritual evaluation make sure you ask God which wounds are self inflicted due to me not letting go of things you never intended for me to carry? Be honest with yourself. It wont be easy but it will be worth. Reflection Questions What things do I carry around with me from season to season? What bad habits do I still need to break? Do I let the right people in to help me? If not why? What are some things that God has pointed out to me that I need to change? Are there things in my past that still bother me? If so why? Am I doing everything I need to do to become who God created me to be? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In the final hour leading up to the death of Jesus do you know what was on his mind? You. He was concerned about you. Even though he was preparing to suffer an unimaginable death, and even though he did nothing to deserve to die he was still concerned more about you then himself. Jesus was so concerned about us that he used his very last breath to convey that concern when he pleaded with God on our behalf and said "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." He articulated in more ways then one that he loved us, was concerned about us, and that he wanted us to be reconciled to the Father despite of all the things we have done and continue to do as individuals who are born into sin. There is so much going on in the world today that peace may not be easy to come by. It's important to turn our eyes back to the one who died for our sins and use the words he said to point us in the right direction. If this episode touches you please share it. You never know who in your circle may need hear that peace is gift from God that we can still have even when everything in the world seems so overwhelming. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

We are still in quarantine y'all and its time to talk about what's consuming many of our thoughts and that is worry. We've never faced anything like this before and we don't know how long this social distancing and self isolation will last, but what we do know is the one who is over it all. God wants to know right now in the midst of this pandemic what you are focused on? Are you like Peter who steps out of the boat and has the ability to walk on water until he takes his eyes off Jesus and places them on the storm? Or are you going to learn from what Peter did and say I'm going to keep my eyes fixed on the Lord despite of everythig going on. There is greater waiting for you on the other side of this. No matter what you re going through God will see you through it. He fulfills his promises and his word never returns void. Be encouraged and hold fast to the promises of the Lord. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Perspective: a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view. In this current climate its easy to have a negative perspective, but how does God view this time? What does he want you to do in this season? Don't allow this time to pass by without connecting with the Lord and asking him to reveal his desires for you. There is so much we have to gain from consistently relying on him to be our guide. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Elisha ask God to bless his servant to see that there are more for him than against him. Todays message is all about asking God to give you the vision to see what exactly it is he has for you and what steps you need to take to align yourself with that vision. I wan you to be encourage that no matter what is goin on in the world. God is for you and when God is for you it doesn't' matter who is against you. 2 Kings 6:8-17 8 Now the king of Aram was at war with Israel. After conferring with his officers, he said, “I will set up my camp in such and such a place.” 9 The man of God sent word to the king of Israel: “Beware of passing that place, because the Arameans are going down there.” 10 So the king of Israel checked on the place indicated by the man of God. Time and again Elisha warned the king, so that he was on his guard in such places. 11 This enraged the king of Aram. He summoned his officers and demanded of them, “Tell me! Which of us is on the side of the king of Israel?” 12 “None of us, my lord the king,” said one of his officers, “but Elisha, the prophet who is in Israel, tells the king of Israel the very words you speak in your bedroom.” 13 “Go, find out where he is,” the king ordered, “so I can send men and capture him.” The report came back: “He is in Dothan.” 14 Then he sent horses and chariots and a strong force there. They went by night and surrounded the city. 15 When the servant of the man of God got up and went out early the next morning, an army with horses and chariots had surrounded the city. “Oh no, my lord! What shall we do?” the servant asked. 16 “Don’t be afraid,” the prophet answered. “Those who are with us are more than those who are with them.” 17 And Elisha prayed, “Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see.” Then the Lord opened the servant’s eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

This weeks episode is based around the two spiritual disciplines I personally have been focusing on since the news of the coronavirus began to spread. Memorization- memorizing scriptures, so you can use the word of God when ministering to others and on a daily basis when you may need to minister to yourself. Meditation- applying deep thought to the word of God. This is an incredible opportunity to use the time we have off right now, or to better prioritize the time we have to make sure we are in alignment with God. I wanted today's episode to be more practical and applicable. Thank you for tuning in. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Covid-19 (coronavirus) has been in headlines all across the world for the past few weeks but something has spread faster than the virus and that is fear. Fear has caused people to run out in a panic and stock up on all types of physical goods. But what about the spiritual goods? Have you been praying? Fasting? Meditating on scripture? This is what our focus should be on as God's chosen people. We don't need to exhibit fear what we need to do is exhibit faith. Our reaction to this pandemic cannot be like everyone else’s reaction. We must encourage each other not to make light of the situation, but to place our trust in God, Exodus 15:26 (NIV) He said, “If you listen carefully to the Lord your God and do what is right in his eyes, if you pay attention to his commands and keep all his decrees, I will not bring on you any of the diseases brought on the Egyptians, for I am the Lord, who heals you.” If this episode blessed, you please share it with a family member or friend. God Bless you all. P.S. To directly contact me please email me at ashley@greaterisgod.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In this episode we discuss how important it is to make sure that the connections we make with people and with God are real authentic connections. In this day and age it is so common to make counterfeit connections with people across the various social media platforms and with so many of us engaging in online activity it can be difficult to cultivate real connections off-line. Are the people you see everyday strengthening or weakening your connection with Christ? We want to encourage you to create a circle around you of healthy, honest, and encouraging individuals that will help enhance your connection with Christ. Connect with us on IG https://www.instagram.com/greater.is.god/ Support the Strong and Courageous Collection https://www.greaterisgod.net/products --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In todays episode we discussed Saul on the road to Damascus and how his life was completely altered on this specific trip. He was converted from a person who persecuted Christ to a person who was a key instrument in spreading the gospel. Before Saul was blinded he could not see the error in his ways and truly believed he was doing the right thing, but after the Lord restored his sight and he received the Holy Spirit for the first time in his life he could see clearly what God was calling him to do. What is God calling you to do? Are you allowing yourself to be used as an instrument for His glory? Thank you all for your support of the Strong and Courageous clothing line that launched last week. I want you all to be encouraged to step out on faith and create whatever it is God has been placing on your heart. I know the struggle of procrastinating and feeling like no one is going to support your ideas, but don't let that stop you. https://www.greaterisgod.net/products --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In todays episode we talk about the first 3 R's realize, reset, and repent. We look at the story of the prodigal son for scriptural guidance and see how those words played out in the context of his life. Prayerfully you will recieve a takeaway or two from todays episode. To read the prodigal son's story go to Luke chapter 15: 11-32. I also recommend reading Zechariah chapter 1 which will give you insight for next weeks episode. As I mentioned in this episode this week I am launch the Strong and Courageous Collection on my website https://www.greaterisgod.net/products. I want to thank you in advance for your support of this podcast. I am on a mission to impact a 100,000 lives for the kingdom of christ and I absolutely can't do it without you all. You do not have to make a purchase to support, a share on social media, or with a friend goes just as far to promoting what God is doing with this community. God Bless! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Are you going through trials and tribulations in your life right now? We all have those stormy seasons where it feels like everything is going wrong. But, let me ask you this. Who or what do you turn to in those rough seasons. God has promised his children that he will never leave us nor forsake us. When we are going through the storms of life he is going through them too. He didn't leave you when things got hard, but I know I have been guilty of leaving him. Let's pass the test this time and acknowledge his constant and consistent existence because if you are walking in the fire you better believe he is walking in with you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

I feel like most people have a junk drawer. A space in their house with a mix of miscellaneous things that never made it back to its proper place or didn't have a proper place at all. Things that they don't just want lying out on the counters for people to see. What many people don't know is that sometimes they are carrying a spiritual junk drawer that has been crammed over time with things they don't want people to see. In 2020 God doesn't want us to just look good on the outside or to just be clean on the outside, but he wants our hearts and spirits to match what we display. Let's clean out the anxiety, depression, people bondage, addiction issues, bad time management, easily angered habits that so easily entrap us in spiritual stagnation. Let's progress in 2020 knowing we are who God called us to be inside and out. Follow me on IG https://www.instagram.com/ashley._.dillard/?hl=en I want to hear from you! I am designing a class with a variety of bible based topics. What would you like to learn about in 2020? Email me at Ashley@greaterisgod.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Did you know you've been called to be an ambassador for Christ? When you reflect on your relationship with God in 2019 how do you feel things went? Were you apart of the stop and start culture (inconsistent)? Did your relationship with God flourish in 2019? After you've assessed what good things took place and the areas you could still pour into to strengthen your relationship it is time to move into 2020 with a clear path and a set plan. When I was initially building my relationship with Christ a few verses really put things into perspective for me on what it mean to live a new life those verses can be found in 2 Corinthians 5:15-18. I want to encourage you to journal your responses to the question above and reflect on the scriptures mentioned din this episode and see what God is saying to you specifically about this year. Follow on IG https://www.instagram.com/ashley._.dillard/ https://www.instagram.com/greater.is.god/ Visit the website https://www.greaterisgod.net/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

The underlying theme to this podcast is fairly simple we want to encourage you to have faith and trust in God. This episode falls right in line with the rest and encourages you and I to stick to the course that God has outlined for us and no matter how hard it gets or what the circumstances bring we have to keep planting. When we work as unto the Lord it doesn't make the work any easier, but it does make it more rewarding. If you are thinking about giving up because you're not seeing the results of your labor yet please don't. Take this journey one day at a time and keep planting, keep praying, keep fasting, keep studying, keep running. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

We all face opposition in life, and some situations can be especially hard to overcome. But thankfully we have a savior who is with us always. He encourages us and protects us. Moment by moment God provides for us even in the midst of opposition. I love Ezra chapter 4 because it shows that even though God may call you to do something it won't make the road easy. The enemy will frustrate your plans, but you have to persevere. Follow me on IG https://www.instagram.com/ashley._.dillard/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

We experience many different season in life and very season brings about its own set of unique challenges. The only way we can surely overcome every challenge we face is by remaining in constant connection with Christ and consistency disconnecting from things that are not like Him. In this episode we will talk about the connections and disconnections that are key components to our Christian walk. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

2 King 4:1-7 tells a story of widow who didn't have much to give, but gave what she had to God. God multiplied what she had which allowed her to pay her debts, and live off of the remainder. A few things worth mentioning is as follows; 1. You do not have to have a whole lot. God can use whatever you have in any season you are in to bless you. 2. Her husbands faithfulness and obedience blessed her and her two sons even after he passed away. 3. Despite of how Elisha's instruction may have sounded in the moment the widow followed them anyway. As always week in and week out it is a blessing to deliver this podcast to you in hopes that it might encourage you! On IG you can find me @ashley._.dillard --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In 1 Kings chapter 19, we watch the prophet Elijah anoint Elisha by laying a cloak over his shoulders. Elisha knows that this means he has been called out and set apart. He immediately stops working, and destroys his plow, and cooks his oxen as a final meal to share with his family and friends. His immediate reaction to being anointed was to give up his old, steady, and predictable life for a life filled with uncertainty, trials, and miraculous occurrences that he'd only be able to experience by following God's call. In a split second, Elisha had to choose if he was going to be all in? And he more than committed to his decision to answer the calling God had placed on his life. So, let me ask you a question. How all in are you? What decision would you make? Are you answering God's call for your life? The Call of Elisha 1 Kings 19:19-21 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Kings+19&version=NIV Follow me on IG https://www.instagram.com/ashley._.dillard/ Support this podcast https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

When out gas tank is low we know because there is a meter on our dashboard that monitors the level of gas in our vehicle at all times. The gas light notifies us that we are low on gas and need to go to the gas station to replenish what we have used. You can deplete your tank completely but that put you at risk of you car cutting off in traffic. The same goes for us spiritually. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Sometimes you pray and you plan but things just do not go your way.  Here are two verses I want you to reflect on as you submit to God's plan for your life. Proverbs 19:21 "Many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the LORD's purpose that prevails." Proverbs 16:9 "A man's heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In this episode we discuss how we can sometimes be guilty of manipulating situations in order to produce our ideal outcome. I challenge all my listeners to think about what God wants for them before they dwell to heavily on what they want for themselves. The bible says in Proverbs 3:6, "In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths." This is important if we want to go the right direction. I hope this episode impacts you to acknowledge Christ before doing anything. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Seretha Sherrod is an artist, an entrepreneur, and a women of God. She and I first met in Nehemiah Davis's mastermind group (Circle of Greatness). I've listened to her speak consistently over the past few months as she host a weekly Instagram live that is all about making progress by shifting your paradigm. Please take the time and support this amazing women. The links to her website and Instagram are below. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In this episode we discuss Romans 12:1-2. We talk about doing maintenance on our spiritual alarm systems and the importance of heightening our discernment. We also dive into a discussion on how important it is to remain prayerfully in position. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Can I be honest? We live in a generation that love things to happen instantly. We want things to happen now. We don't like waiting. We prefer to get the prophecy and the blessing within the same day. But if we look at biblical stories we can see that there would sometimes be years between the receiving the prophecy and walking the promise. Follow me on IG https://www.instagram.com/ashley._.dillard/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

In this episode we talk about how important it is to seek God especially in those moments when you don't "feel like it". I want to challenge you to set aside time this week to spend in God's presence. Go searching for something in the bible that speaks to your situation and let it take root in you.  "You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." - Jeremiah29:13 Follow me on IG https://www.instagram.com/ashley._.dillard/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Today we have a discussion about sitting at the feet of Jesus even when we have a laundry list of things to do. We discuss being more like Mary than Martha and how to control those anxious thoughts that come into our mind we have things to get accomplished.  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashley._.dillard/ https://www.instagram.com/greater.is.god/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Today we have special guest Ash Elise who is a successful christian entrepreneur. Ash is currently running a Masterclass where she teaches people how to discover and walk in their God-given purpose. We dive into a discussion about entrepreneurship, faith, and how the two go hand in hand. Ash's Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/imashelise/ Ash's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ash.elise Follow my IG for podcast updates and videos  https://www.instagram.com/ashley._.dillard/ Subscribe & Revie --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Who or what has control over you? Self-discipline is defined as the ability to control one's feelings and overcome one's weaknesses; the ability to pursue what one thinks is right despite temptations. When you make the decision to exercise self discipline in any giver circumstance you are likely better off than giving into the temptation of immediate gratification. The word of God talks about self discipline and encourages us as believers to practice self-control, and to live a discipline life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

About todays's episode: Lauren Byrd is a mother, an entrepreneur, and an author. Her online store Love Perseveres is a collection of journals, books, devotionals, and clothing items that are all centered around the faith. She opens up on the podcast about her story and how she overcame and persevered through the obstacles and trials she has faced.  To connect with Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveperseveres_lp/ To shop at Love Perseveres: https://loveperseveresapp.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Today we are diving into the classic biblical story of Noah. God not only told Noah what to do, but he supplied Noah with everything he needed to do it. Despite of all God had blessed Noah with it was still up to him to put in the work and build the ark, which was no small task. God isn't going to give you the blueprint and build the house for you. It is our job to not just spectate but to participate.  Connect with us on Instagram instagram.com/greater.is.god instagram.com/ashley._.dillard --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

What does your reactions say about you? When you are going through it and you feel overwhelmed or you are upset by your circumstances how do you react? Your reactions will tell on you. How you react reveals is a reflection of your relationship with God or lack thereof. We can say we serve God, but when things aren't going well it reveals who we really serve. As we dive into this topic I pray your hearts and minds are open to receiving whatever it is God is trying to say to you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Welcome to episode two of the Greater is God podcast. Today we dive into a conversation about how God uses seasons of loneliness and isolation to prepare us to walk in our promise land. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support

Greater is God is a faith based podcast dedicated to helping women and men grow in their faith. We are here to encourage, inspire, and enlighten. In this first episode we dive into overcoming procrastination, and doing what God has called you to do regardless of what others may say or think. We hope you enjoy this podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greaterisgod/support