Inspire On The Go

In this episode, Andrea Lennon and Shari Edwards talk about the upcoming Thrive Collective. Thrive Collective is a one-day workshop for women’s ministry leaders. It will take place on Saturday, April 22, at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. This will be a focused time for women’s ministry leaders to cultivate relationships with one another in an interactive setting. Thrive Collective is a place to find encouragement, ideas, inspiration, and friendship as we grow together with each other and God. Learn more at absc.org/thrive.

Andrea Lennon talks with Hannah Love Mooney about surrendering to Christ and being obedient to His calling in this episode of Inspire On The Go. Hannah discusses growing up in Arkansas, giving her life to Jesus, the anchor He has been in battling depression, and starting her podcast, Unexpected with Hannah Love. Hannah is also coming back to Arkansas for the Missing Pieces Women's Conference hosted by the Rocky Bayou Baptist Association Women's Ministry. Hannah Love Mooney is a wife and mother. Married to Shay Mooney of country duo Dan + Shay, and together, the couple have three little boys. She is the creator and host of the Christian podcast: Unexpected with Hannah Love. In 2022, her podcast was heard in over 50 countries and landed in the top 5% most shared podcasts globally. It was also in the top 5% most followed podcasts. Every week she encourages thousands of listeners with a mix of devotional style episodes and vulnerable interviews. Hannah continually points to the many ways God works in the Unexpected. Hannah formerly held the title of Miss Arkansas USA in 2013 and is also a seasoned painter and writer. She has had years of experience as a freelance author for online publications and been featured in national magazines, music videos, and podcasts. Hannah is no stranger to speaking engagements and stages (though she admittedly feels more comfortable behind the scenes). With a love for Jesus and a heart for encouragement, Hannah loves pouring into the lives of women. Registration for the annual Inspire Women's Conference is open now. Learn more at www.absc.org/inspire.

In this episode, Andrea Lennon talks with Courtney Reissig about the beauty of God keeping His promises and how the Old Testament covenants are fulfilled in and through Jesus. Reissig gives her back story and tells listeners about how she began her walk with the Lord. She also discusses how God influenced her to write her new Bible study, "Promises Kept: 5 Old Testament Covenants and How Christ Fulfilled Them." Reissig is a writer and Bible teacher living in Little Rock, AR. She loves teaching the Bible, writing about the Bible, or talking about the Bible in any context she finds herself in. She and her husband are the proud parents of four sons, and together they serve at Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, AR, where she is the Discipleship Content Director. Click here to purchase Reissig's new Bible study. Registration for the annual Inspire Women's Conference is open now. Learn more at www.absc.org/inspire.

In this joint podcast recorded live at the Annual Meeting of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, Andrea Lennon sits down with Ryan Scantling and Brock Caldwell of Lead Defend and Neal Scoggins of Prism. They talk about what they are learning and how the Lord is growing them. Lead Defend is designed to help students and young professionals grow in faith and leadership as they navigate the stages of young adulthood. We address important faith topics and provide practical life tips to help build your faith as you engage in a changing world. Prism both informs and encourages church leaders, as we cover every area of church life, from assimilation to personal care, and everything in between. Regardless of your church's size, type, or location, Prism will be a guiding light for brighter churches everywhere. We encourage you to give Lead Defend and Prism a listen and share them with your friends. You can learn more about all Arkansas Baptist podcasts at absc.org/podcasts.

This episode was recorded at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention's Evangelism Conference. Emily Freeman spoke to attendees of the Ministers' Wives and Women in Ministry Lunch + Workshop. She talks about growing through adversity, specifically all that her family has faced. You can read more about the Freemans and connect to them and their ministry here.

In this episode recorded at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention Evangelism Conference, Andrea Lennon talks with the Freemans about how God used tragic circumstances in their lives for His glory. Through all the pain, heartache, and challenges, the Freemans put on a "but God" mentality. They encourage listeners to choose hope even in the face of devestation. Next week, Emily Freeman's recorded talk at the Ministers' Wives and Women in Ministry Lunch + Workshop at ECON will air on the podcast. Read about the Freemans and connect to them and their ministry here.

In this episode, Andrea shares four powerful truths from Colossians 2:6-7. Each truth helps up to grow in Jesus. Which truth do you need to focus on in 2023? Continue to live the life God is calling you to live with passion and purpose. Live your life rooted and built up in Christ. Live a life of strong faith. Embrace a heart of thankfulness. Are you ready to grow deeper in your walk with Jesus? Download Andrea’s free Top Ten eBook at www.andrealennonministry.org/topten. This year we have the opportunity to grow personally and collectively as we focus on Jesus together.

In this episode, Andrea Lennon sits down with Shari Edwards and Laurie Ormon to talk about the upcoming year for Arkansas Baptist Women. After reflecting on 2022, they share what God has placed on their hearts for 2023, as well as anticipate events like the Inspire Women's Conference and Women's Ministry Network Gatherings. Visit absc.org/women to learn more about upcoming events and to become involved in women's ministry across the state.

In another live episode recorded at the Annual Meeting of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, Andrea Lennon hears Linda Gray's inspiring story of faith. Linda, an International Mission Board missionary, talks about how she has served the Lord in Ukraine. She recalls how she found herself jumping into the loving arms of Jesus Christ and encourages listeners to do the same.

In another live episode recorded at the Annual Meeting of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, Andrea Lennon sits down with Monique Broadus. Monique talks about her walk with the Lord during difficult seasons and how He has called her to step out in faith. She also talks about the importance of the biblical command to "be still and know."

On this episode, Andrea sits down with her close friend, Sara. They talk about the importance of having real conversations. Sara also shares her stroy of being a minister's wife. Sara Mills is married to her husband Sean and they have two children: Haley Grace and Ty. Sean and Sara have been married for 26 years this December. Sean is the Senior Pastor of Friendship Baptist Church. Sara graduated from Ouachita Baptist University with a degree in Christian Education. Sara has served in a church staff position almost her whole adult life. She is currently leading the women’s ministry at Friendship and is on staff as their church's Connections and Ministry Coordinator. She is passionate about helping women grow in God’s word and find a good community in which to do that.

This week's episode was recorded at the Annual Meeting of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. Andrea Lennon sits down with Dr. Tara Dew, who spoke at this year's Ministers' Wives Conference. Dew recalls her own salvation experience at a Billy Graham crusade, and the two also discuss the significance of biblical hope. Dr. Tara Dew is the wife of Dr. Jamie Dew, president of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary & Leavell College (NOBTS). She is a mom to two sets of twins: Natalie & Nathan and Samuel & Samantha. After graduating from Meredith College with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Communication, Tara taught second grade for four years before becoming a stay-at-home mom. Since then, she has earned a Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning Elementary Education from Liberty University and a Doctorate in Education from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. She is currently homeschooling her four children and serving the students, staff, and faculty of NOBTS. As a pastor’s wife, Tara has been heavily involved in women’s and children’s ministries over the years. This led to her passion for training, equipping, and supporting ministers’ wives.

In this episode, we hear a session from this year's Inspire Women's Conference. Darla Baerg shares about the importance of hope and trusting in the Lord's provision. Whether you missed out on this year's in-person conference or just need a reminder to choose hope, you won't want to skip this episode. We're already anticipating next year's Inspire Women's Conference on September 23, 2023!

In this episode, Andrea Lennon sits down with Sally Hennard. They discuss everyting from challenging seasons to life's fun connections. Most importantly, they emphasize how vital it is to be in the Word and combat the enemy by using this resource that God has given us. They also look back on how amazing this year's Inspire Women's Conference was. We loved seeing you there!

In this episode, Andrea sits down with a friend from Arkansas Baptist Children and Family Ministries, Debi Walker. Debi serves as the director of family care, whose personal story has impacted her day-to-day ministry. She tells her life story as she speaks about the hope that can only be found in Jesus. The two conclude the episode talking about this year's Inspire Women's Conference on September 24. The deadline to register is September 19. In 1999, Debi’s life trajectory changed in a way that she would not have chosen for herself. Within moments her identity changed from that of wife and mother to widow and single mother. She quickly realized she could not do this alone and upon reflection, realized that God put key people in her life to help encourage and point her to Him. Her journey has been one of growth, but also failures and learning experiences. Debi’s passion is to help others navigate through life’s stresses by encouraging them to deepen their relationship with God, while learning to depend on Him in a new way. God has blessed Debi with a wonderful family. She has two amazing daughters, one awesome son-in- law, and three precious grandchildren. Debi led Women’s Ministry at FBC Brinkley for 7 years before serving with Arkansas Baptist Children and Family Ministries. Before her current role, she served as Relief Houseparent for Paragould Emergency Receiving Home, as well as Resident Manager at Jonesboro Family Care Home. She is currently pursuing a M.A. in Biblical Counseling at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and is the author of the Bible study, Desired Haven. Learn more and register for Inspire at www.absc.org/inspire.

On this week's episode, Laurie Ormon welcomes Andrea Lennon into her home. With two cups of coffee and worship music in the background, the two discuss the importance of listening to the call of the Holy Spirit and trusting Him even in the midst of chronic pain. Having served on the team for Inspire since the beginning, Laurie concludes by talking about how she can't wait to see the Lord use this year's Inspire Women's Conference to encourage women around the state on September 24. Laurie Ormon is a native of Camden, but has been in Northwest Arkansas for 28 years. She graduated from Ouachita Baptist University with a degree in art education. She's been married to Steve for 18 years and they have two daughters, Emily (16) and Sarah Kate (14). Laurie serves as Women's Ministry Director at First Baptist Church in Bentonville. She loves time with friends, going out to eat, movies, and working in the church nursery. Learn more and register for Inspire at www.absc.org/inspire.

Andrea Lennon talks with Tammy White about her walk with the Lord on this week's episode of Inspire. Tammy reflects on how the Lord comforted her during one of her most difficult seasons of life – when her mother passed away – and gave her hope through starting a women's ministry event at her church. Even in the difficulities of life, Jesus is faithful and steadfast. Andrea and Tammy also talk about the upcoming Inspire Women's Conference on September 24, trusting that God will speak to all of those in attendance. Tammy White is passionate about Jesus and spreading the good news of the gospel. She is an encourager of hearts and loves to minister to women of all ages. She is leading women to possess bold faith through biblical teaching and encouraging ladies to have a personal relationship with Jesus through Wednesday night bible studies at Third Street Baptist Church in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. She and her husband Eddie have been together for 29 years. Together they have two grown children and one grandson who they both completely adore. It is through her love for the Lord, faith in His goodness, and perseverance that Tammy is leading the women’s conference at TSBC each year in February. She is honored to be on the Inspire Leadership team! Learn more and register for Inspire at www.absc.org/inspire.

This week, Andrea Lennon sits down with Aubri Duran, a wife, mom of two, and graphic designer. Aubri encourages us to hold on to hope during seasons of waiting, as she talks about her personal journey. She tells us about the blessing of accepting Jesus into her heart at the early age of five and how He has been faithful every day since. Andrea and Aubri also discuss their anticipation for this year's Inspire Women's Conference. Aubri juggles many roles, all with the passion for bringing honor to God! She is your "everyday" type of girl who loves Jesus, her family, and the church. Wife to Matt, lead pastor of Indian Springs Baptist Church in Bryant, and mom to Trent and Emily Ann, Aubri lives by a family-first mindset. She embraces the need for rhythms and routines that give grace and create space for the things that matter. Aubri is passionate about women's ministry and discipleship. You will love this down-to-earth conversation that is practical and encouraging. Learn more and registrer for Inspire at www.absc.org/inspire.

This week, we're taking it back to a conversation with Rachel Lovingood from 2019. In this episode, Andrea and Rachel chat about life in ministry, especially from the perspective of a pastor's wife. They also delve into the topic of God's faithfulness, as Rachel tells a story of how the Lord used a challenging circumstance to bring her family a blessing.

In this episode, Andrea talks to Melissa Gasaway! Many might know her husband, Warren Gasaway, student ministry specialist at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. However, Melissa's story is one you won't want to skip out on. Hear her inspirational journey on how she came to know Christ and the ups and downs the Lord has led her and her family through over the last several years. Melissa is a mom, wife, and teacher. She's been married to Warren for 27 years, and they have 3 kids - Tyler, Ethan and Elise. She passionate about running and ministering to those around her in the workplace. She loves to share the Hope we can all find in Jesus to anyone that will listen.

In this episode, Andrea talks to friend Shannon Calhoun about her journey to faith, life as a mom and wife, and how the last few months have been especially crazy and challenging. However, you're reminded that with the right community, you'll always be encouraged and never left alone. Shannon is the wife of Andy, mom of Lexie and Joely, and Hunny to granddaughter Oakley. Shannon and her husband Andy live in Benton. Recognizing her heart for connecting women, Shannon volunteered in Women’s Ministry for a few years at The Church at Rock Creek and then joined the staff full time in 2013. Before joining Rock Creek, she was a multi-site manager for child care facilities in Central Arkansas and had worked in childcare for 18 years. Shannon loves spending time with her family, slow mornings with coffee, reading, Christmas movies, and outdoors in the fall. She also serves as a Network Leader for the Women’s Ministry Equipping Team of the ABSC.

In this episode, Andrea chats with a fellow friend and no stranger to the Inspire family, Shelly Chandler! These sweet friends chat about life, faith and ministry. Shelly shares her journey to faith and what season of life she is in. She also talks about going back to school to get her doctorate, while still working, being a mom and doing life with others. ** Shelly Chandler is married to Michael Chandler and lives in Conway, Arkansas. Her and her husband have a sophomore and a freshman in college, one at home who is a junior in high school, and one boy dog named, Cooper. She holds a master’s in theological studies from Southwestern Seminary and is currently working on her doctorate in Educational Ministry. Shelly serves as a network leader for the Central Arkansas Women’s Leadership Network and participates at the state level for Arkansas Baptists as a speaker, teacher, and ministry leader. Shelly began her ministry out of a passion is to equip women to effectively study the Bible so they can know God in life-changing ways. She has an affinity for coffee and laughter and delights in getting women together for encouragement and community.

In this episode of Inspire On The Go, Andrea sits down and chats with Emily Watson about all things life. We hear her testimony and how leaning in on God's promises during the waiting can bring joys we didn't even know we needed. Emily serves as the Director of Connections and Ministry to Women at East Side Baptist Church in Fort Smith. She has been in full-time ministry for nine years, having served at a local pregnancy crisis center before that. She and her husband Travis have been married for four years and have been foster parents for the last two years. Emily also served as a foster parent prior to being married. She loves doing laundry and is pretty good at Wheel of Fortune. This is her story of loss, waiting, and what to do in the middle of it.

In this episode, Andrea sits down with someone we all know and love, a regular on the Inspire On The Go podcast, Shari Edwards! Together they chat about Shari's life from Arkansas to Georgia and then back again, as well as how she kept her faith strong through all of life's crazy turns. They also discuss Shari's ministry and the upcoming Women's Ministry Roundtable being held at the ABSC building in Little Rock! There is still time to register so click here to join us!

In this episode, Andrea chats with Beverly Newborn! Beverly is the wife of Chanson Newborn, Church Planting Strategist on the Church Planting Team at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. Outside of being a wife, she's a mom, sister, teacher and friend to those in and around her life. The ladies chat about Newborn's life, testimony and teaching in today's world.

In this episode, Andrea sits down with Holly Woolbright! Holly is a ministry assistant to the Evangelism and Church Health team at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. Together these ladies talk about Holly's life through college and how she ended up in Little Rock from Texas! Holly Woolbright is currently enrolled at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary where she is pursuing her Master of Divinity. Holly also serves as a Ministry Assistant at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. She is a recent grad from Ouachita Baptist University where she fell in love and recently married her college sweetheart, Mason. Holly is passionate about discipleship, studying God’s Word, and encouraging young women in their walk with God. She loves long talks with friends over yummy coffee and pulling a good prank!

On this episode of Inspire On The Go, Andrea sat down and talked with Debbie Stuart at this year's Evangelism Conference (ECON) put on by the Arkansas Baptist State Convention in Little Rock. Debbie is a wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all. She resides in Texas and has been in ministry for 30+ years. You get to her just a piece of that ministry in this episode as she shares with Andrea about life and how God has used her and her family to impact others. To connect with Debbie, visit greenacreswomen.org.

In this episode, Andrea sits down with Tamela Turbeville. Tamela is a trauma survivor healed by grace. Her book, A Rescued Life, is a “reluctant memoir” recounting her healing journey that began by telling the secret of childhood sexual abuse. By telling her story, Tamela hopes that other hurting women will find their voice to also tell their story and begin to heal. Tamela is the director of Hope of the Delta, a faith-based pro-life pregnancy center in southeast Arkansas. She is mom to three adult sons, and two beautiful daughters-in-law and Mimi to her sweet new grandbaby girl.

In this episode, we hear from Glynda Amonette. You'll get to hear her story of redemption and what ministry has been like for her and her husband over the last 30-years! Glynda has lived in West Helena, Arkansas, since 2014, serving as the “most excellent volunteer administrative assistant” to her beloved in his role as the Associational Missionary for Arkansas Valley Baptist Association. She is also a Field Representative with the United States Census Bureau, a part-time position that provides her the opportunity to be actively involved in meeting people all across Phillips County, Arkansas. They have three grown daughters and their significant others along with three grandsons.

Hello friends! As we continue our series of Inspiring Stories, we hear from Nancy Hannon. Hannon is the Director of Connections and Women’s Ministry at First Baptist Church in Conway, Arkansas. Her journey in ministry began in the Preschool hallway, where she and her husband served as small group leaders for 3-year-olds. They moved up as their kids grew, and after fifteen years in the corporate world, Nancy found herself called into Children’s Ministry. She served as Minister to Women and Children until 2018 when she retired from Children’s Ministry and moved into her current role. She is a graduate of Ouachita Baptist University (OBU), where she met her husband, Michael. They have two grown sons, Jake and Josh.

Hello friends & Happy New Year! We can't believe it's already 2022, but we've got some exciting things in store this year for you! For starters, we have a new series launching today on the podcast. With everything that's been going on the last few years, we wanted to share some good news and good stories. So this episode kicks off this series of telling inspiring stories from women. You're going to hear some incredible stories of transformation and how God has used different circumstances and situations in women's life to show His glory and change people's lives. Today we get to hear from Amy Daniel. A lover of Jesus, wife to Andy for almost 23 years and mom to Dunn (16) and Hayden (12). She lives a life of JOY and spreads that JOY. From Booneville, AR, She lives on Daniel Angus Farm and attends First Baptist Church in Booneville. She loves all things people and being Jesus’ hands and feet each day. Amy graciously serves on the Inspire Leadership Team for the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. You'll get to hear her story from raising boys and being a wife to how she was saved and how God's using her and her family for His Kingdom.

Friends, we have made it to episode 9 in the Trusting God Series! Can you believe it? I am emotional as I think about wrapping up our study on the life of Abraham. I am sure we will revisit this material and the life of Abraham time and time again. It is rich with the truth! Today we are at a passage of Scripture that is always associated with Abraham. In Genesis 22, Abraham is asked to sacrifice Isaac. I am emotional as we approach this text for so many reasons. Here are a few of the reasons: We have walked the journey with Abraham and Sarah over the last eight weeks. We have felt the ups and downs. We have seen the highs and lows. As we approach this text, my heart wants to reach out to Abraham and Sarah and say, “Hang on!” God is going to provide! As I read this passage, I can’t help but think about the faithfulness of God, the struggle of Abraham, and how the faith journey is not easy. Demonstrated faith is not “feel good” faith that is Instagram-worthy. Often the journey is long and hard. I think about Issac and how he was a young man when this story took place. He was able to process what was happening, yet, he obeyed his father. There is no doubt. Isaac was loved and cared for by his parents. Genesis 22:1-14 Refined Faith is Obedient Faith (Genesis 22:1). God showed up and called Abraham by name. Never forget that God initiates encounters, and we have the opportunity to respond in obedience and faith. The purpose of this encounter was to test Abraham. It is SO important for us to understand the word “tested” in this passage. Let’s dig into the original Hebrew to better understand what “tested” meant in its original context. The Hebrew word is Nasah and means "to test, try, prove.” Generally, this word carries the idea of refining the quality of someone or something through stressful circumstances. God refines those He loves to see if they will remain loyal to Him and live in obedience to Him. The heart of God was not to hurt Abraham, Sarah, or Issac. God was not trying to trip Abraham up or nullify the Promise. Rather, God was continually refining Abraham, providing for the Promise, and showing Abraham how his faith had grown. We need to know that the outcome of Genesis 22 was never in question for God. God is sovereign, providential, and purposeful in all of His ways. When we can’t see the hand of God in the middle of our testing seasons, we must trust His heart! We must know that He is good and that His desire is to deepen our faith. This is why it is so important for us to run TO God during hard times with a trusting heart instead of AWAY from God because of a doubting heart. Always Worship in the Moment. (Genesis 22:2-5) The test was clear: “Take your son, your only son, and go to the region of Moriah. Sacrifice him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains I will tell you about.” (22:2). Can you imagine this moment in Abraham’s life? Abraham loved Issac, and the path to having Isaac was long and hard. Yet, when Abraham was called by God to go with the intent of sacrificing Issac, Abraham left early the next morning. Abraham took Isaac and his servants and traveled to Moriah. Once there, Abraham told the servants to stay put so he and Isaac could go and worship the Lord together. The Hebrew word for worship is Hawah meaning to prostrate oneself. This word denotes an act of respect before one superior in position and essentially signifies submission. The term is used especially in the sense of worshiping a deity and signifies to honor God with prayers. Worship provides the right perspective as we see God as God. Abraham knew that no matter what happened

This week we are covering Genesis 18, 20, & 21 (Sorry for stating the wrong chapter in the podcast recording) Welcome to episode eight of Abraham’s journey! Friends, things about to get interesting for Abraham and Sarah. A phrase that is meaningful in the Old Testament is Little by Little. This phrase describes how God delivered the Promised Land to the Nation of Israel. It was not big. It was not showy. It was little by little. I love how God works! From the very beginning of the Bible, we see the same concept at work. God worked… little by little. God provided… little by little. God moved… little by little. God taught… little by little. The phrase little by little does not indicate small or insignificant because God’s work is always big and profound. The phrase little by little indicates the heart of God to work according to His plan in order to accomplish His purpose. The outcome? God is glorified, and the people are encouraged. God’s Name is spread as the people display the difference God makes among them. While God could have spoken, and everything happened in a single moment, God worked little by little, so the faith of the people could grow into the spaces and places God provided. I have always been drawn to the concept of little by little, and thank God He still works and moves using the same principle today! Let’s pick up Abraham’s story in Genesis 18. Today we are going to cover several chapters of Scripture. I encourage you to read these chapters, so you don’t miss one aspect of God’s work in and through the life of Abraham. 4 Key Points from Genesis 18-21 Nothing is too hard for the Lord! (Genesis 18:14) Abraham was sitting by the trees at Mamre when the Lord appeared to him. Along with this appearance came three men (angels of the Lord) who showed up and told Abraham that a son was on the way and that Sarah would give birth in one year. Sarah overheard the conversation and laughed. Abraham and Sarah are way beyond childbearing years. The Lord reminds Abraham about His ability in the form of a question. “Is anything too hard for the Lord? I will return to you at the appointed time next year, and Sarah will have a son.” (Genesis 18:14) What a great reminder for us. In the face of our overwhelming situations that are simply impossible, do we believe there is anything too hard for the Lord? Bold prayers move the heart and protect the mind! (Genesis 18:22) During the men’s visit, they revealed to Abraham that Sodom would be destroyed. Lot, Abraham’s nephew, lived near Sodom. Abraham’s heart immediately went to Lot and his family. Abraham boldly asked God to spare the city if righteous people were found. This conversation went back and forth between Abraham and God. Why do you think God shared this news with Abraham? (We discover the reason in Genesis 18:17-19!) Abraham was going to be an influential man, and the destruction of Sodom was a big deal. God was faithfully shaping Abraham’s perspective on the situation before the situation came to pass. God was prompting Abraham to boldly ask for the city based on the number of righteous people. The reality was shocking. Only one righteous person (Lot) was found in Sodom. Through the conversation with Abraham, God was providing Abraham with the right mindset or perspective to later process the information. God was preparing Abraham’s heart AND mind. All of this happened on the landscape of bold and honest (PRAYER) com

Welcome to episode seven in our journey through the life of Abraham! We are in Genesis 17. This week we will continue to see how God never forgets His promise. God is a promise maker and a promise keeper! Friend, we have a daily opportunity to be “all in” with God. What does “all-in” look like? God’s encounter with Abram in Genesis 17 provides a perfect example! Being “all in” leads to a life marked by God. Between Genesis 16 and Genesis 17, fourteen years passed. Fourteen years of waiting, wondering and navigating. Fourteen years of hard. From Abram’s perspective, he was probably asking: Waiting: “What is God’s plan from here?” Wondering: “Did I blow it? Can Ishmael be the child of Promise?” Navigating: “How can I navigate the challenging dynamic of Sarah, Hagar, and Ishmael?” Abram was 99 years old when God appeared to him once again and reconfirmed the covenant. God moved the process forward by giving Abram a sign of the covenant and changing Abram’s name to Abraham. This sign marked Abraham and his descendants as God’s chosen people. The outward sign of circumcision represented an inward change of heart. Today we are going to see four inward changes that give proof to the outward sign. Genesis 17: Four Inward Signs of Change Be Blameless: (Genesis 17:1-8) God’s heart has always been for blamelessness. This word communicates the call to be faultless before God. Abram had been anything but faultless before God. Like us, Abram blew it time and time again. God is ever faithful and continually reveals His character even in the midst of our sin and struggle. Genesis 17 is the first time God introduces Himself as El Shaddai: The Lord Almighty. God was reminding Abram of His sufficiency and mighty power to accomplish His promises according to His will and timetable. Let that truth sink in. We can be blameless not because of who we are or what we can do, but because of Who God is and what He can do. This was a “stake in the ground moment” between God and Abram. As a result, God changed Abram’s name to Abraham. Abram meant “high father.” Abraham meant “father of a multitude.” Be Committed: (Genesis 17:9-14) God shows His commitment to the covenant through a series of “I Will” statements. God says I will: Make you very fruitful. Make Nations and Kings of you. Establish my covenant as an everlasting Covenant. I will give you the land. In response, God told Abram to establish circumcision as a sign of the covenant. This sign would set Abraham and his descendants apart from all other people on the earth. Be Open: (Genesis 17:15-22) God goes on to share that Sarah’s name is going to change and that she will give birth to a son whose name will be Issac. Abraham laughs at this news. God promises that Isaac will be born within a year. Abraham asks if Ishmael can be part of the inheritance. God says yes, but in a different way. Abraham had to be open to God arranging and rearranging his life. The fulfillment of God’s Promise was quickly approaching. God was clear about Abraham’s life and legacy and how it would look. God’s “I will” made a way for Abraham’s “Yes, Lord!” How can we be open as God arranges and rearranges our lives and legacy? Do we trust that God is good and that His plan is good even when it doesn’t make sense? Be Obedient

I am noticing something about Abram’s journey that is helping me to process my journey. Abram had ups and downs. He had twists and turns. There were moments of clarity and deep faith. There were also moments of deep struggle and real doubt. Can I be honest with you? (You know I always am!) There are days when my focus is clear. I have a clear vision of what God is doing in my life, and I am taking steps of faith. Then there are days, and you know where I am going with this one when my walk with God seems hard and confusing. On the hard and confusing days, I can’t figure out what God is doing at the moment and why I am doubting or struggling in my faith. Seeing Abram navigate a similar type of journey with God is actually encouraging me to dig deeper into my faith and obedience. It is encouraging me to press on in the sanctification journey. There is something helpful about seeing heroes in the faith in the midst of their real struggles and doubts, yet knowing God protected them. I think that is one of the ways God brings purpose to the pain and meaning out of the mess. Our struggles and the struggles of others don’t have to debilitate us. Rather, the struggles and doubts can encourage us to press on as we keep trusting God. I want you to know that my heart is to love and serve God more and more. My passion is to have God-sized faith that believes even when I can’t see. How about you? Friends, buckle up for today’s passage of Scripture. Genesis 16 reads like an episode of Desperate Housewives. In today’s passage, we are going to see that life is not easy. In fact, life is messy, and relationships are hard. People are difficult, and stories are broken. In the middle of our broken lives, we can know we have been seen by the One who sees. Not only that, we can see Him in the middle of our pain. When we understand this truth, our lives are no longer defined by our mess. Instead, our lives are defined by our God. Key Points from Genesis 16 We live in a broken world. (Genesis 16:1-6) Sometime later, Sarah went to Abram with an idea. Since Sarah could not get pregnant, she wanted to give her maidservant to Abram as a wife so that a line of legacy could be built through the maidservant. Sadly, Abram agreed to the plan. Enter Hagar into the story. In Old Testament times, it was not uncommon for men to have multiple wives and for the primary wife to have helpers or slaves. At this point in the story, Hagar had been with Sarah and Abram since their time in Egypt. Immediately trouble surfaced between the women. That should not surprise us because this plan was sinful from the beginning. Abram and Sarah turned to a worldly mindset and tried to control God instead of trusting in God and His plan. Abram and Sarah were in trouble the moment they stopped believing God for the promised son. This led to three outcomes: Hagar despised Sarah: Hagar looked at Sarah as insignificant or of small worth. (Genesis 16:4) Sarah mistreated Hagar: Sarah afflicted or oppressed Hagar. (Genesis 16:6) Abram withdrew from the place of leadership: Abraham gave control of the situation to Sarah by saying, “Your servant is in your hands” (Genesis 16:6) All of us know what it is like to deal with sin in our lives and the lives of others. Sin is serious and always carries consequences. Sin is any wrong thought, action, or reaction. God Sees us in our brokenness. (Genesis 16:7-12) Sarah’s mistreatment led Hagar to the desert to escape the abuse. Most likely, Hagar was trying to go back to Egypt. In the desert, next to a spring of water, an angel of the Lord appeared to Hagar. The setting for the conversation

Abram was plugging along with life and trusting God for a child. This child would lead to a nation that would lead to the Messiah. Waiting is hard! Honestly, it stinks. Our faith is tested in the waiting process as well as our desires. What do we really want out of life? I am sure Abram had highs and lows, just like us. He probably wondered if he blew it and disqualified himself. He probably wondered if God had really spoken to him. He probably questioned so many things. Can you relate? When you are in a season of waiting, what rises up in you? For me, it is questions and doubts, second-guessing and constant wondering. That is why today’s Scripture means so much to me. I have studied Genesis 15 a number of times. I have always focused on the details of the covenant process and what it meant for Abram, and what it means for us. Today, my heart is in a much more tender place. As I pour over this passage of Scripture, a lump forms in my throat. My heart beats a little faster. I see God loving, reassuring, and reminding Abram that everything is going to be OK. I wonder if you need to hear that truth today? Do you need to know that God sees you, and everything is going to be OK? In Genesis 15, we are going to learn that Abram is struggling to trust God in two areas: land and legacy. These are two important themes that run throughout the Old Testament. Land: God was promising to provide the Promised Land. The Promised Land would be a prime spot of land providing a place for the Nation of Israel to live. In this passage, God is going to enter into covenant with Abram securing the land for Abram’s descendants. Legacy: The Promise of God to Abram had always been for a descendent. This descendant would provide the line for the Messiah. In this passage, God is going to further clarify the Promise. Genesis 15:1-19 Key Points from Genesis 15:1-19 God is our Shield and our Reward: (Vs. 1) I love that God initiates this encounter in Abram’s life and addresses an issue going on in Abram’s life. God is faithful to meet us at our greatest point of need! “Do not be Afraid”: The word “afraid” used in this passage can be used in two ways: In this case, it means “an emotional or intellectual anticipation of harm or danger, the sense of dread.” In a sense, God is saying, “Abram, do not dread the future.” Why should Abram embrace this word from the Lord? “I am your shield”: God reminded Abram where his safety was found. Abram’s safety was found in the One true God rather than his circumstances. We do not have to dread the future because God and His plan provide a shield of safety for us. We are told to take up the shield of faith. This is the belief that God is willing and able to save us no matter the situation we face. “Your Very Great Reward”: God proclaimed a powerful truth over Abram’s life. No amount of physical, tangible, or relational experiences would adequately take the place of God in Abram’s life. This truth served as a protection for Abram, and it serves as a protection for us. Before God confirmed the promise of land and legacy, God reminded about the beauty of His protection and His presence. God can handle our Honest Questions and Deep Doubts: (Vs. 2-3) Abram responded to the faithfulness of God with honest questions and deep doubts. Let that truth sink in. Abram was real in the midst of his journey. He didn’t have to clean himself up or get his act together. He simply needed to “be” in the presence of God. The question on Abram’s heart went to the

Welcome to episode 4 on Trusting God! Each week I am learning more and more about Abram, Lot, God, and myself. Our world faces many of the same circumstances that Abram and Lot faced. We live in an unpredictable time, yet God is calling us to live by faith. Our time on earth as believers in Jesus Christ falls into the following categories: Salvation: Coming to faith in Christ. Sanctification: Growing in our love relationship with Christ. Glorification: Going home to be with Christ. As we focus on our purpose, Jesus is always at the center of our lives. In today’s passage, Lot was in big trouble. He had settled in the Plain of Jordan and got caught up in the ways of the world. The outcome was being captured by another king. Can you relate to Lot’s situation? Have you been distracted and, as a result, been caught up in someone else's battle? To me, this is the very definition of a scattered life. A life that is pushed and pulled by the circumstances going on around us. A life that is driven by the world and the ways of the world. Meanwhile, Abram was in the place of rich communion with God at the trees of Mamre. Abram was living his life focused on God. Let’s pick up the story and see what we can learn about living a life focused on God as we put our trust in Him. Key Points from Genesis 14:13-24 Preparation Proceeds Blessing: (Vs. 13-16) Abram was prepared for war long before he went to war. Part of being God’s chosen people is knowing the enemy will attack. Abram took tangible steps to be ready for the day of battle. He formed strong alliances with people he trusted, and he trained his men for the day of battle. For us, the same approach helps us know how to prepare so we can live with focus. Community: Who are the people you trust? Who speaks truth into your life? Who can you rely on during the battle? Commitment: How do you train for the day of battle? What does it look like to put on the full armor of God so you can take your stand? (Ephesians 6:10-18) Belt of Truth Breastplate of Righteousness Gospel Shoes Shield of Faith Helmet of Salvation Sword of the Spirit Prayer Preparation Leads to Protection: (Vs. 17) God was with Abram. Abram defeated the King of Kedorlaomer and all who were allied with him. God honored Abram. This led to a meeting with the King of Sodom, who came out to meet Abram. The King of Sodom was going to tempt Abram to enter into a relationship with him, but God was making a way. Because Abram had been focused on God, Abram was ready. Preparation Results in a Clear Focus: (Vs. 18-20) Something significant happened in verses 18-20. The King of Salem came out to meet Abram. The origin of this King is debated. Some believe this is a pre-incarnate sighting of Jesus. (Also known as a theophany.) Others believe this is a King who represented Jesus. Either way, Abram had a God encounter that teaches us where to place our focus during the battle. Bread: The body of Christ (Broken) Wine: The blood of Christ (Poured out) The message the King of Salem delivered was clear: Abram was blessed by God, and God alone delivered Abram. What a beautiful protection God extended to Abram. Lest Abram thought he was strong or good or capable or able, God planted truth firmly in Abram's heart through a blessing. “Your victory is in Me. I will always be the One who delivers you.” (paraphrase of Genesis 14:19-20) Abram worshiped God by giving the King of Salem a tenth of his possessions. When we gi

Welcome to episode 3 in our Trusting God Series! We are well on our way in the study of Abraham. We have seen God-sized moments in Abram’s life, and we have seen him blow it. (I know all of us can relate to both!) I want to pick up on a thought we introduced last week. During hard times, we will go the route of faith or fear. The route of trusting God or trusting Self. This is what each path looks like in our lives: Fear leading to sin leading to Consequences. Faith leading to Righteousness leading to Victory. Ultimately what will fuel our decision to embrace faith as we turn from fear is our trust in God. (His Character. His ability. His strength. His truth.) The all-important question is, “Do I trust God? Do I believe what the Bible says about God is true?” Let’s transition to today’s passage. I love how Abram’s story unfolds! 4 Key Points from Genesis 13:1-18 Context: Abram left Egypt and headed back to the place of Promise. His actions and attitudes revealed a faith-filled heart instead of a fear-filled heart. Go Back to the Place of Worship (Vs. 1-4) Abram returned from Egypt, and he was a wealthy man. Let’s not miss the point that God used the storm of Egypt to position Abram for a strong future. God was making Abram into a Nation. (Remember, that was part of the Promise!) God was establishing Abram in every way. He was providing resources like livestock, silver, and gold. As always, God was creative in the way He provided. God was protecting the Promise while He was further established the Promise. It is important for us to remember that where God guides, He always provides! God used the storm of Egypt to shape Abram’s character, so He would be a man of wisdom and faith. Seek Peace and Pursue Peace (Vs 7-8) There is so much packed in these two verses of Scripture. We learn that quarreling broke out between Abram and Lot’s herdsmen. Once again, we see that Abram was in a pinch. How will he respond this time? Will he trust God or trust himself? Before we get to the answer, let’s take note of an important point… the statement about the Canaanites and Perizzites who were also living in the land. God was building Abram into a nation, a group of people who were God’s chosen possession. God planned for the Nation to be a Holy Nation that was set apart for God’s glory. The result? The Nation would display the difference God makes among a people. So the very fact that discord was happening among Abram and Lot’s herdsmen was a big problem. And the very fact that others were watching the discord was a big problem. Trust God with the outcome (Vs. 8-9). Abram recognized that he and Lot were brothers. As a result, there was no place for quarreling. Abram went to Lot and said, Let’s not have any quarreling between you and me or between your herdsmen and mine, for we are brothers.” Then Abram let Lot pick the direction he wanted to go. And Abram was content to go in a different direction. Keep your eyes focused on the Prize (Vs. 14-18). Lot chose the Plain of the Jordan, which was close to Sodom. Most likely, Lot had been longing for the things that were available in the Plains, which looked like Egypt. (Remember, Egypt represented the world!) What an important point that we should not miss. “Egypt” will always be te

Welcome to the second episode in our trusting God series on the life of Abraham! As we walk through Abraham’s life, we will see what it looks like to trust God. We will also see what it looks like to blow it. (I know all of us can relate to both possibilities!) Open your Bible to Genesis 12:10-20. In today’s passage, we find Abram in a pinch. Let that truth sink in! Abram faced trouble and hardship even while living in the promised blessing from God. If you are wondering what I mean by that, consider these facts! Abram was living in the land where had God led him. Abram was fully settled in the land. Scripture tells us Abram pitched his tent, which is the equivalent of us buying a home. Abram had built an altar and worshipped the Lord. In a sense, Abram had put his stake in the ground. Abram and his family lived a pastoral or nomadic lifestyle. They lived in tents pitched in regions with adequate water and food supply. They moved based on the needs of their animals. Here is the important point! Abram had moved around in the land, but he had not left the land… until now. 4 Key Points from Genesis 12:10-20 Trouble happens in the Place of Promise: Vs. 10 Famine: God allowed famine at different times and for different reasons. Often it was seen as a judgment from God. However, most of the time, God used famine as a tool to help His people see their need for Him which led the people to repent and turn back to God. Famine is found throughout the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Trouble: For today, let’s think of famine as “trouble or hard times.” We have trouble or hard times because we live in a fallen world that is plagued by sin. What do we need to know in the midst of trouble? Trouble does not surprise God. Trouble does not overwhelm God. Trouble does not negate God’s plan. In the midst of trouble, we can cling to Jesus’ words from John 16:33: “In this world you will have trouble, but take heart I have overcome the world.” Trouble Produces and Reveals:11-13 Produces: Fear vs. Faith (bring up) Reveals: Sin vs. Righteousness (bring out) Two paths: Fear leading to Sin or Faith leading to Righteousness God Protects Us from Us: 14-16 God is always faithful to His Promise even when we are not. God is faithful to the promise when the people around us are not! When Abram gave Sarah to Pharaoh, he was giving up on the Promise of God to bless and provide a Nation through them. Even as Abram was giving up, God was preparing for victory. He was protecting and providing. This did not eliminate the consequences, but it did protect the Promise and the plan. Vs. 14-16 Sin has consequences: In this passage, we see immediate consequences for Pharaoh, and we see the introduction of long-term consequences for Abram and Sarah. Hagar came into the story in these three verses of Scripture. Hagar will be an ongoing issue of strife between Abram and Sarah. Vs. 17-20 What is Trust? An assured reliance on the character, ability, strength, or truth of someone or something. As a result, a willingness exists to place confidence in that person or thing. Character: Who God is. Ability: What God can do. Strength: How God accomplishes tasks in our lives. Truth: God’s pure intentions along the way Result: Confidence in God. Transforming Truth: Hard times lead to a choice- Trusting God or Trusting Se

Hey sweet friend, I am excited to bring a nine-week study on the life of Abraham to you. This study was originally shared in my Girl on the Go with Andrea Lennon private facebook group. As we look at the life of Abraham, we can learn how to trust God. Let’s start by talking about trusting God. Anyone else struggle with trusting God? I struggle with trusting God and have claimed the word “faith!” as my word for 2021. I want to expect big things from God and attempt big things for God. Along the way, I want to trust that God is in control and that His plan is good! Let’s turn our attention to a man introduced in Genesis 11 as Abram, later known as Abraham. He was far from perfect, but his journey led him to trust God deeply. God had a plan for Abram’s life and that plan led to the blessing of every nation… a blessing that is available to us today! In today’s podcast we discuss the following key points from Genesis 12: God Initiated an Encounter: “Leave your country, your people, and your Father’s household and go the land I will show you.” vs. 1 God-Ordained a Promise: “I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.” vs. 2-3 Abram Responded in Obedient Faith: “So Abram left, as the Lord had told him…and they set out for the land of Canaan and they arrived there.” vs. 4, 5 Abram received a Certain Future: “At that time the Canaanites were in the land. The Lord appeared to Abram and said, ‘To your offspring, I will give this land. So he built an altar there to the Lord, who had appeared to him.” vs. 7 These key points lead to our Transforming Truth: “Trusting God is rooted in knowing who God is and how God faithfully works.” If you would like to join the conversation regarding trusting God, please join the Girl on the Go Private Facebook group here!

This episode of Inspire On The Go is a bit different. In this episode, Andrea is in the interviewee seat as Katie Orr, creator of the FOCUSed15 Bible study method and the Bible Study Hub, chats with her about all things bible study, ministry, family and more! To learn more about Katie, or the Bible Study Hub, click here.

In the last Inspire Conference Breakout episode, Lori finishes her message from the 2021 Inspire Women's Conference. She continues her discussion on what it takes to have a God-sized vision for your life and what it takes to embrace that! We thank you for tuning in each week to hear from our breakout leaders from this year's Inspire Women's Conference. We are so looking forward to next and what God has in store! Be sure to keep tuning in as we return to Andrea's regular scheduled shows every other Monday. To watch the video version of this show, click here. To watch the entire Inspire Conference, click here.

Our Inspire Breakout sessions are quickly coming to a close! This week we bring you part one of Lori McDaniel's message from the 2021 Inspire Women's Conference. In this episode, Lori begins to discuss what it takes to have a God-sized vision for your life and what it takes to embrace that! To watch the video version of this show, click here. To watch the entire Inspire Conference, click here.

Inspire Women's Conference is bringing the breakout sessions to the Inspire On The Go Podcast! In this episode, we hear from Shari Edwards! Edwards is no stranger to the On The Go Podcast. She's been on before with Andrea to impart her own wisdom and talk all things Inspire Conference, as she helps put it on every year! As an adjunct professor at Ouachita Baptist University, Edwards is here to share about a topic not all too familiar with most. We've heard about Ruth and Mary, but alongside those inspiring women are other women in the Bible that also prove that God uses women in the same amount as he uses men. She talks about how this alone should be inspiring and shared with the women, young and old, in our lives that no matter what, God can and still uses us even today. Women in the Bible handout To connect with Shari, click here.

In this episode, we're joined by Steve and Bethany from The Hopecast to talk about a very special event happening in September! Going Beyond Live with Priscilla Shirer is coming to Simmons Bank Arena in North Little Rock on September 25! Brandy Cerny, Event Project Coordinator for LifeWay, shares all the details you'll need to know about what you can expect and what we hope God lays on your heart at this event. They also disclose the extra special reason for coming to the North Little Rock show is something you won't want to miss. If you'd like to join us, click here to register today! To sign up for You Lead, click here. To watch our video podcast version, click here.

Inspire Women's Conference is bringing the breakout sessions to the Inspire On The Go Podcast! In this episode, we hear from Courtney Reissig. Courtney is a writer and Bible teacher from Little Rock, AR. She is a wife to Daniel, mom to four sons, and a member at Immanuel Baptist Church. She dives into Psalms 1 and helps us understand how this psalms provide help and healing while giving us a big view of our God. These last 18 months have been hard on all of us. As we begin to process all that we've walked through, we can be comforted knowing that God has given us language for our overwhelming emotions in the greatest joys of life and the deepest valleys. Courtney is also the author of three books, most recently Teach Me to Feel: Worshipping Through the Psalms in Every Season of Life. Connect with Courtney here.

We're back! Inspire Women's Conference is bringing the breakout sessions to the Inspire On The Go Podcast! In this episode, we hear from Cheryl Harp! She has a special word for those who, like herself, are wives of ministers. She talks about uncovering God’s desire and focus for our lives as you serve alongside your husbands, as well as serve your local church body. She also discusses how to deal with disappointments and distractions and turn our focus on God’s calling on your life as we share His love through the way you live! Cheryl Harp is the Pastor's Wife at Lakeview Baptist Church in Cave Springs, AR. She considers that to be her great joy and calling on her life. She also serves women in the local church as the Women's Ministry Team Leader and serves as the NWA Women's Ministry Network Volunteer for the ABSC. She loves to dig into scripture and the opportunity to teach and disciple women. She is passionate, humbled, and grateful that God allows her to be a part of His awesome and great work. Arkansas Baptist Ministers Wives Private Facebook Group: AR Baptist Ministers’ Wives (SBC) Cheryl Harp: cherylharp1@gmail.com Vickie Lee: vickielee@bellsouth.net Arkansas Baptist Ministers Wives Website

We're taking a quick break from our Inspire Breakouts to bring you a bonus show! We haven't done this in a while. Andrea sits down with Steve and Bethany of the HopeCast and Clay Cunningham, Associate Pastor of Family Ministery at FBC Benton, to talk about all things technology and your family. What apps should you be on the lookout for as "unsafe"? How much screen time is too much? and more! This conversation leads to the introduction of a new conference being held at FBC Benton in August! In partnership with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, Navigate 2021 is for parents, grandparents, teachers, coaches, anyone who interacts with the Next Generation and wants to see them thrive in a world that is dominated by the negativity that comes with social media and media in general. For more information, or to register for Navigate 2021, click here. If you'd like to watch the video form of this show, click here!

Inspire Women's Conference is bringing the breakout sessions to the Inspire On The Go Podcast! In this episode, we get to hear from P.J. Yarbrough. Listen as she dives into scripture and shares her life story as inspiration to us that your story will always be used for God's glory. Born in Russellville, after spending time in foster care and adoption, Shaneil grew up in Calion, Arkansas. She is affectionately known as “P.J.” (short for “Precious Jewel”). She is intentional about living life to its fullest and seeks out opportunities to help others realize their potential and excel! Her new book (published July 2018), an autobiography, “Born a Statistic: Living Rejected, Agreeing with God”, shows accessibility to resilience, transformation, God's grace, and unmerited favor! This insightful look into the author's life serves as a testament to how God's immeasurable love supersedes statistical data, rejection, and hesitation to trust His divine plan. For more information, visit www.bornastatistic.com. A graduate of Southern Arkansas University, Yarbrough has a deep-rooted passion for children. She has dedicated nearly twenty years of her life working in several capacities: elementary school teacher, preschool administrator, advisor, coach, and professional development trainer. Her current employer is the University of Arkansas Early Care and Educations Projects (ECEP). As a Training Advisor, she assists in researching and writing professional development curricula, teaches ECEP courses to participants, and coaches early childhood professionals across Arkansas. She is zealously involved in both her local church and the community. Currently, she serves as the President-Elect of the Arkansas Early Childhood Association (AECA) and volunteers as a mentor for young girls. Local youth named “P.J.” the 2018 Mentor of the Year. More recently, in 2019, she was named Community Leader of the Year by another local organization. Life brought P.J. “full circle” as she was formerly the Executive Director and Administrator of Agape House Children’s Home, Inc., a group foster home. Her hobbies include spending time with family, reading, writing, and thrift shopping for vintage clothing. “P.J.” has been married to her husband, Larry D., Sr., Pastor of Changing Lives Ministries, since 2000. They reside in El Dorado with their two sons, Larry D. Jr., “L.J.,” and Lance.

Inspire Women's Conference is bringing the breakout sessions to the Inspire On The Go Podcast! In this episode, we turn back to a conversation from 2019. At the ABSC annual meeting, Andrea talked to Jamie Naramore, the International Church Strategist at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, about the international population in Arkansas. He talks about what's being done to engage them with the Gospel and discusses ways you and I can get involved with furthering that mission right in our own backyards.

Inspire Women's Conference is bringing the breakout sessions to the Inspire On The Go Podcast! In this episode, we hear from Sally Hennard. Sally is a part of the Inspire Team and is breaking out of her comfort zone to share something that's been on her heart - our thought life. She uses the illustration of a glass of water throughout and poses the question, Do you see a glass half empty? Or half full? Dive into scripture with Sally as she talks about her personal journey with her thought life and ways you can view your glass. Sally and her husband live in De Queen, Arkansas. She's a high school counselor and has been in education for over 30 years! She has 3 daughters, a "bonus" son, and 5 grandchildren.