Living It Up

Are you too busy to pray? If possible pray before all else. It's how you will find guidance for the day's decisions and it shows humility and dependence on God. Today hear about all the wonderful things God provides when we turn to Him in prayer. Psalm 16

In our hard, cruel world, hope is a soft place to land! Hope gives you back your joy and is a reminder that we are willing to keep on keeping on! Today we discuss Romans 15:13 and below we have put that verse in first for you to say out loud NOW!! So do it and release your faith that God is working in your life and never it up! "God gives me hope & keeps me happy and full of peace as I believe in him" (Romans 15:13)

It's Friday of Memorial Day Weekend. So what will you do with it? Why not fill it with joyous moments instead of fruitless worries? Find out why the less you allow wrong thoughts to enter your thinking the more you can stay in today & be grateful for what it really means. Matthew 6:31-34

When beginning Thursday, the Memorial Day holiday weekend is just days away and as we spend time with others, we can sense the thoughts they have towards us & they can sense ours too. We discuss how to turn from judging others on their outward actions and appearance to seeing and appreciating who they are on the inside. Luke 9:28-36

We play an important roles in each others lives like mirrors reflecting our better & worst qualities. Also catalysts who activate wounds within us that rise to the surface so we can get to the root of them. So if you are impatient, offended or intolerable of others you can learn today to let them off the hook by realizing your need for inner healing whether or not they realize they need healing, too. Ephesians 4:22, Matthew 10:24, Romans 12:3

Someone once said, "if only I could Monday as a gift from God instead of a gag gift I dread opening maybe I would stop wanting to exchange Monday for another day." Today, we discuss how to trust to God when we don't get it and love others when it's hard because we have no idea what a new week is going to bring. Proverbs 27:1

No one wants to be made to do anything. So what "makes" you obey God? Obeying God out of obligation and tradition "makes" genuinely loving Him impossible. Falling in love with Him "causes" it to become possible and obeying Him an humbling choice and honored privilege for you. John 14:23

Your job is to quit working at it. God's job is to do the work in you. That's how you're freed from addictions, greed & despair. So if experiencing His healing presence & full-filling your destiny is your desire, then that's what you have to look forward to! He's by your side today waiting to show you the way. Jeremiah 1:8 "I will be with you and will see you through."

Strength and Comfort. They are spiritually at your disposal! And since we are spiritual creatures find out why it's essential to cultivate a connection with your spiritual creator. Hebrews 11:6

If you are struggling with approval seeking or people pleasing in order to be accepted we encourage you in this episode to be the unique individual God created you to be. Not a moderate imitation of somebody else. You weren't created to just fit in. You were created to stand out and be who you are! Inspired by Psalm 139:14

Your attitude is determined by your thoughts and you will go where your thoughts take you. So keep it simple. When your thoughts go south just start thinking about something else. It's that easy. This weekend, pay attention to what you tell yourself. Replace negative illusions with positive truths about yourself and others. Your attitude will change and you'll see how you CAN control your thoughts instead of letting them control you! Ephesians 4:22-23

You play a part in clearing the way for God's guidance to come through. It begins with uncluttering your mind of unnecessary, hurried thoughts. Romans 12:2

What do you really believe about God? If your faith has been tested and now you're questioning God's love and His activity in your life, this is the podcast for you! Psalm 3:3, Psalm 27

A new start. The chance at a better life. Wisdom to share. Spiritual growth. Those are the definitions of failure. Lamentations 3:22-24

If you feel like the real you is buried under layers of issues like disappointments, unforgiveness or even unmet expectations then you have come to the right episode. Today we discuss how to discover your true self so you can begin the journey of getting your life on track and in line with what God has for you to do. Colossians 3:12

A lifetime of habits and wounds from denying what's really going on in your life can stop today! The enemy tries hard to keep you in denial so you won't grow and go! If you're ready to begin living a healthy, truthful life this is the episode for it! You'll hear how freedom and relief come and fear goes from acknowledging the truth about what's going on so you can move on in faith. Inspired by Romans 11:9

You will be pleasantly surprised how natural it is to stay spiritually disciplined, committed to walking with the Lord, and to have the desire to serve others once you experience inner peace with God, yourself, and everybody else. I Timothy 1:18-19

You have the power available to you to overcome any of life's challenges when you are a child of God! You are NOT a victim of life's circumstances unless you choose to see yourself as one. Today we discuss how with God's power and a change in your thinking you can begin again better than before and keep moving forward. Romans 8:28

Thank God it's Good Friday! This has been such a significant week for followers of Christ. Today, we discuss why Good Friday is everything for us but was so hard on Christ.

When beginning again Thursday remember.... In this world you have hope to HANG onto because Jesus was willing to HANG on the cross. "For in this hope we were saved." (Romans 8:24)

It is Holy Week and the most important reason to have hope! Has hopelessness caused you to feel rejected by God? If so than let us re-introduce you to Him as the "LOVING" God that He IS, so you can learn to trust in Jesus! Inspired by John 14:1

When God's hand is on your endeavors you can crush the chaos of trying so many different things where there is no anointing, grace, or victory. So in this episode we encourage you to quit! That's right. It's ultimately God's will and plan for you that succeeds and we want to help you change direction so you can finally have HIS plan unfold for your life. Proverbs 19:21

The weekend is an opportune time to spin out of control! If you feel helpless against your dependencies we get it. Today we discuss how to go ahead and give God control. That's Him knocking on the door of your heart anyway so let's put Him back on the throne where He belongs. Jeremiah 2:24-25

Can I please have some space? Some privacy? My own opinion? If you are having trouble asking for what you need or want find out today what it takes to properly convey them to others without fear of disappointment, confrontation or rejection. Galatians 1:10 and Proverbs 29:25

What in the world is "incomplete forgiveness?" Do you think you may have it in your heart? Today we discuss it and how God caused a squeeze on Scott's hand to give him the peace he needed to go on when he thought it was too late to receive it. Luke 6:36-37

Are you feeling stressed due to lack of balance in your life? Who doesn't feel pressure from family, over-commitments, work, finances, health, or lack of fun? It's been said that balance is something we are to strive for. But how? It starts WHEN we get our priorities in order. Scripture even says that God is a God of order so prioritizing is obviously the place to start. We look in the Word and discuss how.

If you find yourself too Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired (better known as HALT) you are likely to give into your weakness. But GOD will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you can handle. Let the comfort you find in this help you overcome any temptations you may encounter today. I Cor 10:13

Is over-thinking keeping you from knowing what to do? Try asking yourself, what's really important here? Discover how this little phrase will help you get a grip and decide what's really important so you can move forward.

Live and let live doesn't mean we condone someone else's choices. It tells us that everyone has the right to choose. Can you choose to show acceptance of others rooted in God's love in spite of their choices? Inspired by I Peter 4:8 and Romans 14:1-4

Is your happiness based upon "If only?" If so, we want to help you surrender your if only to your loving father. Scripture says contentment is learned and we have discovered that when we take action by cooperating with God to renew our minds, THEN we will be transformed so we can live out our God ordained destiny which is to bear REAL fruit that lasts into eternity. James 2:18

We believe that how we respond to "life" is more important than what we go through. Thankfully, we have choices and our pursuit of happiness, in spite of what happens in life, is one of them. Today, we discuss all of this from the perspective of Matthew 6:25-34.

It's Spring! Why not simplify? If you are feeling overwhelmed, maybe its time to get busy letting some things go especially if your time with God is suffering. Today, let's talk about how to simply for what's most important in life this Spring and always! Luke 10:4-42

Do you know the difference between an apology and an amends? Today we discuss God's heart of restoring broken relationships. Matthew 25:40

You can have joy during trials. If this sounds too good to be true then stay in faith and discover why joy is one of your greatest comforts during difficult times. You can count on it because it's from the Lord who is caring you through. Nehemiah 8:7-10

TGI Friday! Nothing eliminates all of life's problems but we don't have to allow them to zap our peace. The real answer is accepting the things we can't change and to enjoy people and the good they have to offer. Peace is available but it's up to us to go after it. Today we discuss how to exchange life's problems for God's peace by turning it all over and trusting Him with the solutions and the time for solving them. John 16:33

You can do it! Pray for those you resent. It's God's will and the first step to you being free of being disturbed by past offenses. Resentments reveal places where you see yourself as a victim causing your self esteem to suffer. So today we discuss how to let resentments go so you can begin seeing the plan God has for your life, instead of dwelling on the offenses. Matt 5:44

Wanna make Monday the best day of the week instead of one you dread? It begins with your verbal expressions of thanksgiving and gratitude.

It's possible to live a healthy, truthful life! It begins when denial stops. In this episode discover how acknowledging the truth about ourselves and no longer Ignoring the parts we don't want to deal with is the first step to obtaining the freedom you long for, and how to do it. James 5:16

Showing unconditional love can be exhausting. Today, we discuss how not to allow the enemy to use the "feeling" of exhaustion keep us from helping those we love be restored so they can begin again. I Corinthians 13:4-7

Goodbye secrets, hello freedom! Sharing is the key to freedom and healing. And if we are willing to permit it, the truth will set us free. Through sharing we discover that we are alike not alone. Proverbs 28:13

We can sense thoughts others have towards us and they can sense ours towards too. It all stems from the thoughts in our hearts. So today lets turn from judging others on their outward appearance, to seeing and appreciating who they are on the inside. Remember people and things are not always as they seem. Luke 9:28-36

How well do you handle interruptions? Does the unexpected disturb you? Want to recognize God's ways? Then let go of your agenda and consider that maybe when things don't go your way it could be be God's way of protecting you or a divine connection for you. Psalm 86:10

Have you ever thought of rejection as being a springboard into new beginnings? Did you know that rejection can also be God's protection and end up being one of your greatest blessings? We have had our share of rejection and once we changed our perspective about it many times we've discovered God allowed it to get us back in our lane or to enter it for the very first time. In this episode get ready to discover how rejection can do the same things for you, too! Luke 10:10-11

If you are experiencing drought and distress, today could be the day you take the 1st step out of your wilderness space. God's word is full of promises to bring you out and they come with a reasonable condition...you doing your part. With your cooperation He is willing and ready to meet you there! Luke 22:42

Happy Valentine's Day, Friends! What's your most memorable Valentine's moment? Ours was Scott as the runaway groom at our wedding! We laughed about it then, in today's podcast, and every February 14th because it's our anniversary. We also share from I Corinthians 13 because it is the Bible's greatest book on LOVE.

Feelings come and go just like Valentine's Day. It's only been 16 years since were were single so if you need some encouragement this week then this podcast is just for you. Proverbs 24:27 Ephesians 5:22-33

The "gift" of encouragement is so rare. We emphasize gift because we believe it really is that, a gift. Do you need it to keep at it? Who doesn't? So keep it simple. Tell God about it! Unlike people who aren't always available, God is! When you are weak go to Him in prayer. He is stable and available and the one who encourages and empowers you to keep going when you don't think you can. Colossians 4:2-3

When beginning again..... Seek God's will “first” not the other way around. We discuss our own experiences of things that went array in our lives when we skipped this very CRUCIAL step! Matthew 6:33