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Meet Amanda Grace Morris! A counselor, author, wife, dreamer, fighter for people, lover of safe spaces, and dear friend. In this episode, she declares the in-between and transition seasons of life are uncomfortable, inevitable, and bring about painful loss, yet at the same time can be tools of growth and opportunity in the hand of our mighty God. Come and be encouraged… our Anchor and Provider remains constant in change and has intentionally purposed the spaces, places, and people in our lives to carry out His will, His image and His greater story in and through us. “And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever”. 1 John 2:17 Meanwhile By: Amanda Grace Caldwell  https://www.amazon.com/Meanwhile-What-While-You-Wait/dp/0692659463/ref=sr_1_1?crid=21F7OGWELHY7T&keywords=meanwhile+amanda+grace+caldwell&qid=1691007357&sprefix=meanwhile+amanda+grace+caldwell%2Caps%2C234&sr=8-1

Lost in fear, depression, doubt, and anxiety, Haley began questioning her purpose and searching tirelessly for hope. After months of realizing there was simply nothing left to stand on that would truly satisfy her weary soul, she reached out to the Hand that had been longing to rescue her all along, and it was there she found a joy better than anything she had known before. The Lords transformative work in Haleys life will leave you encouraged and confident that our God can chase down and captivate any heart for His good and glory. "Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken." Psalm 62:5-6 SO PROUD OF THIS FRIEND :,)

Miranda is a college senior, a faithful follower, the most joyful human you will ever meet, and a freaking cancer survivor --- to know her is to absolutely love her. It has been a dream of mine to have this friend on MORE and I just can't think of anyone better to kick off a new season of this podcast with then Miranda. Listen along as she shares the depths of her season of suffering, one marked by extensive chemo treatments, months of questioning Gods goodness, and many days spent crying out to Him on the bathroom floor. Miranda is as real as they come, honest about the inevitable hard things of this broken world, while at the same time clinging to the One who holds her in this palm of His steady hand, counting it all joy because of His sustaining power at work within her. Whether you are facing a trial or walking alongside someone in their own storm, be encouraged. You are held and you will never be alone.  "...yet I will rejoice in the LORD; I will take joy in the God of my salvation." Habakkuk 3:17-19  

WAITING. Whether it's a job, a relationship, a day, or a graduation… we're all yearning for something. In this episode, Katherine takes us through what it looks like to walk faithfully and purposefully, in a manner worthy of the Lord, while we we walk through the wilderness of our waiting. By offering helpful guidance, she declares this season, and ultimately this life, can only point to one thing: This world is, indeed, not our home and because of this, every fiber in our being longs for the King and His Kingdom come. "...we encouraged you and charged you to walk in a manner worthy of God, who calls you into his own kingdom and glory." 1 Thessalonians 2:12

Audrey, propelled by her obedience to the spirit within her and her passion to advocate for freedom, steps into a topic not talked about enough among believers. In this episode, she boldly shares her struggle with sexual immorality and temptation, one that left her enslaved to sin, held back by painful bondage, and weighed down by intense guilt, fear, and shame. If this is your story, be encouraged! This episode is a call to step out of darkness into glorious light, an invitation to take your seat at the Fathers table, and a powerful declaration that the the sin and the enemy do not have the final say. It is for freedom that Christ has set us free, our God is victorious, He calls us by name, and we are His. "Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold." 2 Corinthians 3:12

In this episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with a dear friend of mine who is a fighter for people, an advocate for truth, and a wholehearted encourager to all. Hannah takes us through her ongoing battle with an anxiety disorder, sharing how she has chosen to cling to the words of her Good Shepherd amidst sleepless nights, spiraling thoughts, and panic attacks. She proclaims with every fiber in her being that you don't have to be on the other side of healing to testify to the Lords faithfulness because we fight FROM victory, rather than for victory. If this is your story, be encouraged! You are not alone and you are worthy of help. “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone Lord, make me dwell in safety” Psalm 4:8

In this powerful episode, Megan takes us through her very own season of wilderness, one marked by intense body insecurity, crippling anxiety, isolation and disordered eating habits. She pairs honesty and relatability with necessary truth, an invitation to freedom and an empowering call to join hands with other women, step into the light and proclaim against the cruel voice of this world that our bodies were, indeed, created very good. To all my girls out there, this ones for YOU! Be encouraged and know that you are beautiful, sought after by your creator and worthy of love and care. "For you have rescued me...that I may walk before God in the light of life" Psalm 56:13

On March 2nd, 2021, Sydney, at the time a freshmen at Texas A&M, was in a car wreck that resulted in a traumatic brain energy and a life forever changed. Doctors predicted the worst, but God had other plans. A story that is powerful, one that proclaims the Father's undeniable hand at work in our earthly suffering and His ability to pull His beloved children from death to abundant life. This conversation left me at an absolute loss for words and to put it simply, I'm in awe of who He is and who He has been in the life of Sydney Holster. Listen! and I promise you will leave encouraged and confident of the hope found in Jesus Christ our Savior, Lord, Shepherd and Healer. "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me..." Psalm 23:4

Even amidst unimaginable loss, pain and heartache, Julie Barfield continues to boldly testify time and time again that Jesus is still good, Jesus will always be enough, and JESUS SAVES. What a privilege it has been to get a front row seat to the Lords faithfulness in and through the Barfield family these past seven years since their son and brother Warren left this world and went to heaven. This conversation was a gift to me and I'm confident it will be the same for you too.  "Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you..." Isaiah 43:1-2

If you are anywhere like I have been, feeling stuck, broken down, lost, too far gone, alone or weary... consider this your invitation into green pastures and still waters. A real, honest story and a message of truth talking through anxious thoughts, spiraling minds, sleepless nights, seeking help, a battle already won and where the Father stands amidst it all. To put it simply, He is good, and there is no one else I'd rather walk weary and run free alongside than the shepherd of Jesus Christ.

Episode #4 | You are MORE : The Series

Episode #3 | Part 2 | You are MORE : The Series

Episode #3 | Part 1 | You are MORE : The Series

Episode #2 | You are MORE : The Series

Episode #1 | You are MORE : The Series 

We are done with the cliche affirmations, we are done tiptoeing around insecurities most, if not all, women struggle with and we are done living in less than who God created us to be. We are here to shake things up and we are here to start something new, something I pray would change our perspective on all of this. Join Megan Dobbs and I as we dive deeper into questions and scriptures revolving around everything from body image and comparison to relationships and purpose. We are excited, we are expectant and we are empowered to present you with the first ever MORE podcast series… Welcome to YOU ARE MORE.

Living in a fallen world overwhelmed by loss, division and hate, we may often ask, what's true of Jesus? What does He say about this issue or this group of people? And how should we respond? In this episode of MORE, join with me as we together dive into these questions all while leaning into scripture and gaining a greater glimpse into the character of Christ. Once we begin to understand His heart just a little more than before, our eyes will be opened to a God not of one people or for one side, but instead a God who reigns forever & stands for all.

"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen." -- Ephesians 3:20