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Streaming from I Heart Church, the Arise Podcast is purposed to stir up a newfound passion for God’s Word and renewed hope in His providence. As you listen to each conversation, discussion, and study, our prayer is that you will see the Lord’s faithfulnes

Melodi Hawley


    • Dec 4, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 23m AVG DURATION
    • 68 EPISODES


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    Arise Gathering | December 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 54:34


    Merry Christmas! We're so thankful you joined us for our Christmas Arise Gathering. We pray this message is encouraging to you and your groups! Discussion Questions 1.How do you personally view celebration in your walk with God? Are there times when you find it hard to celebrate due to circumstances or personal feelings? 2.Have you ever had an assumption about God (ex.being disappointed in you, being distant) that has made it difficult to celebrate in relationship with Him? 3. Why do you think God commands us to celebrate—what is the deeper purpose behind it? The Bible often links celebration to remembering God's faithfulness and the good news of the gospel. How do celebrations help you remember God's goodness and what He has done for you? 4.How does celebrating even in difficult seasons show faith in God's ultimate victory? Can you think of a moment when choosing to celebrate, despite hardship, brought you closer to God or helped you see His provision? 5.Are there ways you can cultivate a childlike faith that leans into celebration and joy? 6.How does living a life of celebration impact those around us, especially those who don't know Christ?

    Arise Gathering | November 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 52:27


    Mind Renewal Scriptures If you'd like to listen to the meditation Pastor Melodi referenced, you can click here. You will need to download the app for FREE to listen. The specific date of entry, is October 30, 2024 on “Surrender.” Questions for Reflection: 1. What kinds of burdens do we try to carry on our own instead of giving them to Jesus? 2. How does Paul's command to "not be anxious about anything" challenge the way we normally respond to worry? How can we create space in our lives to "come to God" with our worries and burdens? 3. What role does thanksgiving play in finding peace, according to Philippians 4? How can this practice shift our perspective? 4. How does seeking "the Kingdom of God above all else" change our priorities and concerns? 5. Why do we often struggle to cast our anxieties on Jesus instead of on others? What happens when we try to carry them alone? 6. How do we struggle with the simplicity of Jesus' invitation to trust Him? What are we tempted to add to this simple act of faith? 7. How did Jesus prioritize God's will over the expectations of others? How can we follow His example in our own lives?

    Arise Gathering | October 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 46:44


    *Trigger Warning: This podcast contains a brief story with a mention of sucide that may be triggering for some individuals.* Download the Guidebook Check out the lion images Discussion Questions: 1. Recap Encounter Weekend together! If you and your group attended, what were stand-out moments for you? Did the Lord speak anything specific to you? Take a few moments for each person to share a little about their experience.  2. It's time to share! As you were doing each Guidepost, can you share about what God showed you? Was there a thread in these moments?  3. What did you like about the Guidebook? What was challenging for you?  4. Did you recognize any lies that you were believing? What does the Word say about what you believe? How are you renewing your mind with this Truth?  5. How can you apply what you've learned from the Guidebook in your regular quiet time?  Be sure to close your time together praying with and for one another.

    ENCOUNTER 2024 | EPILOGUE: WHERE TO NOW?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 32:47


    Thank you for coming along on this journey with us. Now that you're equipped with the tools, we hope you see it is possible to have a direct, intimate, and dynamic relationship with God. God-Encounters can and should be a normal part of a believer's everyday life. And our prayer is that they will now be part of yours! The journey has only just begun. “This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: Write down for the record everything I have said to you.” Jeremiah 30:2  DEVOTIONAL GUIDE: Download the Arise Encounter Guidebook HERE. With each podcast, we've selected a worship song that we feel will encourage you on your journey. Today's Song: For My Good by Maverick City – ⁠Listen Here⁠.

    ENCOUNTER 2024 | GUIDEPOST FOUR: GOD'S WORD, “THE TRUTH”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 33:30


    God's Word is concrete, objective certainties about who God is and how He feels about you, as revealed by God Himself, in the Holy Scriptures. How do my Core Beliefs about God hold up to what He says in His Word?  DEVOTIONAL GUIDE: Download the Arise Encounter Guidebook HERE. WORSHIP: With each podcast, we've selected a worship song that we feel will encourage you on your journey. Today's Song: Man of Your Word by Maverick City – Listen Here.

    ENCOUNTER 2024 | GUIDEPOST THREE: CORE BELIEFS, “THE LIES”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 30:06


    We're defining Core Beliefs as belief systems (developed over time) that drive your behavior and affect how you interact with God. Have I believed things about God that aren't true?  DEVOTIONAL GUIDE: Download the Arise Encounter Guidebook HERE. WORSHIP SONG: With each podcast, we've selected a worship song that we feel will encourage you on your journey. Today's Song: The Father's Song by Upperroom – Listen Here.

    ENCOUNTER 2024 | GUIDEPOST TWO: CROSSROAD EVENTS, “THE ROOTS”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 25:45


    We're defining Crossroad Events as life-altering circumstances that dramatically change the trajectory of your life. Think of these as “fork-in-the-road” life moments—good or bad—that set you on your current course. Could these events be affecting more of my life than I realize?  DEVOTIONAL GUIDE: Download the Arise Encounter Guidebook HERE. WORSHIP SONG: With each podcast, we've selected a worship song that we feel will encourage you on your journey. Today's Song: Good Plans by Red Rocks Worship – Listen Here.

    ENCOUNTER 2024 | GUIDEPOST ONE: GOD-MOMENTS, “THE RELATIONSHIP”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 28:19


    We're defining God-Moments as moments of relational communication (or attempted communication) between you and the LORD. Often subtle, think of these as the connection points in your relationship with God. “Could God be speaking to me without me knowing it?”  DEVOTIONAL GUIDE: Download the Arise Encounter Guidebook HERE. WORSHIP SONG: With each podcast, we've selected a worship song that we feel will encourage you on your journey. Today's Song: Just As I Am by Carrie Underwood – Listen Here.

    ENCOUNTER 2024 | PROLOGUE: Before You Begin

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 9:21


    Welcome to our Encounter 2024 Arise Encounter Guidebook podcast mini-series! We're so grateful to have you joining us on this journey. We're praying for you every step of the way. Lean in, we believe God is waiting to have an encounter with YOU! My heart has heard You say, “Come and talk with me.” And my heart responds, “LORD, I am coming.”  Psalm 27:8  DEVOTIONAL GUIDE: Download the Arise Encounter Guidepost HERE. WORSHIP SONG: With each podcast, we've selected a worship song that we feel will encourage you on your journey. Today's Song: This is Why by Lifeline Worship – Listen Here.

    Host Weekend Breakout | One Of These Things Is Not Like The Other

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 33:56


    If you've ever wondered how to facilitate group conversation with multiple personalities, this conversation with Pastor Addy and Kayla is for you! They share about the seven personality types and how you can confidently approach any personality. Thanks for tuning in!

    Host Weekend Breakout | Healthy Host + Co-Host Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2022 43:29


    Listen to Kayla + Laura share the value of having healthy Host + Co-Host relationships. They also share practical tips in how to find the right co-host and facilitate this kind of relationship! We hope this message will encourage you, thanks for listening!

    Host Weekend Breakout | Biblical + Confident Conflict Resolution

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 48:04


    Join Vickie and Michelle as they discuss how to have Biblical + Confident conflict resolution–with your co-host and within your groups. We pray that you'll be encouraged in how to confidently manage conflict in your home groups. Thanks for joining us!

    Arise Conference 2022 | Arise Devo Day Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2022 11:47


    Join us for a short devotional from Pastor Melodi Hawley. Selah means an intentional pause. Before your day begins, in the middle, or before bed, take a moment to listen to the devo and spend a few moments with the Lord. We pray God speaks to you and encourages you. We love you, Pastor Melodi + The Arise Team

    Arise Conference 2022 | Devo Day Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2022 11:07


    Join us for a short devotional from Pastor Melodi Hawley. Selah means an intentional pause. Before your day begins, in the middle, or before bed, take a moment to listen to the devo and spend a few moments with the Lord. We pray God speaks to you and encourages you. We love you, Pastor Melodi + The Arise Team

    Arise Conference 2022 | Arise Devo Day One

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 7:16


    Join us for a short devotional from Pastor Melodi Hawley. Selah means an intentional pause. Before your day begins, in the middle, or before bed, take a moment to listen to the devo and spend a few moments with the Lord. We pray God speaks to you and encourages you. We love you, Pastor Melodi + The Arise Team

    For The Host: Approaching the Word of God with Confidence | W/ Pastor Addy Farley

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 18:41


    If you've ever been intimated to open the Bible or start having quiet time, this episode is for you. We are so grateful to have I Heart Church Children's Pastor, Addy Farley, join us today for the topic of approaching the Word of God with confidence! Pastor Addy, along with Kayla, offer some practical tips on how to enjoy time in the Word and how to apply what you're reading to your life. We pray this episode is an encouragement to you. If you are interested in more information about Arise Women's Ministry, you can visit us online at arisewomensconference.com or on Facebook or Instagram.

    For The Host: A Beautiful Gift | Prayer Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 15:03


    In this episode, Kayla and Michelle discuss deeper the value of prayer in our lives and some practical steps on how to pray confidently in small groups and one-on-one. We pray that this episode will be a blessing to you. If you're interested in more information about Arise Women's Ministry, you can check us out online at arisewomensconference.com or on social media.

    For The Host: A Beautiful Gift | Prayer Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2022 12:30


    Have you realized the gift that prayer is in your life? Join Kayla and Michelle today as they discuss this beautiful gift and why it is so important to our relationship with the Lord. You can find out more about Arise Women's Ministry online at arisewomensconference.com or by following us on Facebook or Instagram.

    Arise & Go: August

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 10:35


    This month we are looking for ways to ease the burden of the lowly. Being an Anti-Pharisee means that we are looking for ways to put others above ourselves. We are so thankful for all the beautiful ways you and your teams are getting out there to serve this summer. Keep it up! We are praying for you, Arise Sisterhood.

    Arise & Go - July 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 10:37


    When you go out and serve this month, remember that what you are doing is bigger than you think. Serving sets you up to have an encounter with Heaven, to embrace others, and live aware that you are serving God by giving sacrafically. We are praying for you as you go out and serve your city! Need ideas? Find out more information at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Mothering v. Being Mothered | With Guest Elyse Campbell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 16:06


    On this episode, Pastor Melodi and Elyse Campbell chat about discipleship. What it means to be discipled, and what it means to disciple others. Together, they share what it is, what it isn't, and how discipleship follows the way of Jesus. Thanks for tuning in with us! Find out more online at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Sacrificial Giving | With Guest Sadie Stermer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 16:53


    On this episode, Pastor Sadie Stermer and Pastor Melodi chat about what it looks like to live in a place of sacrificial giving--of your time, gifts, space, and more. Pastor Sadie shares the blessing it has been to give and watch the Lord provide in unexpected ways. Thanks for joining us today! Find out more about us online at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Allowing God to Interrupt Your Day | With Guest Kayla Kessinger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 20:08


    Are you consumed with busy? What if you made every day an "on mission" day? How could shifting your perspective change how you see others? Listen in as Pastor Melodi and Kayla discuss what a difference allowing God interruptions can make on your life! Find us online at arisewomensconference.com.

    Arise & Go - June 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 11:19


    This month we are focusing on “Othersness.” We're encouraging you to focus outwardly and look for the needs of others. We are praying for you & your groups as you ARISE & GO! 

Need ideas or support? Visit us at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Why Outreach Matters | With Guest Michelle Farr

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 12:18


    On this episode, SafeHaven Director and Outreach Coordinator, Michelle Farr, sits down with Pastor Melodi to share the 'why' behind outreach! Michelle also offers practical tips to live with eyes wide open and intentionally serve others! To find out more information, check us out at arisewomensconference.com.

    Mother's Day Prayer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2022 7:18


    Happy Mother's Day! Listen as Pastor Melodi Hawley prays over you and your family. We are so thankful for you!

    For The Host: Empowering Your Leaders

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 16:17


    Wondering how to empower the women in your groups to start reaching women in their circles? Listen in on this episode as Pastor Melodi & Pastor Addy give practical tips on how to do just that. For more information about Arise Women's Ministry at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Group Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 19:29


    In this episode, we talk about going after "the one," growing your groups, and what to do when your group gets too big. For more information about Arise Women's Ministry, visit us online at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: How To Pray With Others

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 16:11


    If you've ever felt awkward about praying with others, this conversation is for you! Check out more about Arise Ministry at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Avoiding Awkward Conversation in Your Groups

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 22:38


    Do your groups feel awkward? Do you struggle to guide conversation at times? In this episode, Pastors Melodi and Addy answer these questions with helpful tips on keeping conversation light and focused. For more information on Arise Ministry and to register for our in-person Arise Gathering on May 11, 2022, visit us at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Ministering to a Diverse Group

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 18:28


    Is your Home Group made up of a diverse group of women? How do you become inclusive and welcoming of different backgrounds? Listen in to this week's episode of our For the Host Podcast with Pastor Melodi Hawley & Kayla Kessinger. For more information, check us out online at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Doing Ministry With Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 20:06


    Do you struggle with figuring out how to balance family life and ministry? In this episode, Pastor Melodi and Kayla give some helpful tips and suggestions on how to incorporate your family into your ministry. For more information about Arise, check us out online at arisewomensconference.com or follow us on Instagram @ariseconference.

    For The Host: What Is Sabbath?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2022 17:27


    What comes to mind when you think of Sabbath? In this episode, Pastor Melodi and Kayla unpack the purpose of Sabbath, how to keep it holy, and why it is a necessary practice. For more information about Arise ministry, check us out online at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Happy New Year! Welcome to Season Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 20:34


    Happy New Year Arise Hosts! Today, Pastor Melodi & Pastor Kayla reflect on Arise through the years. They also cast vision for the new year and what we'll be talking about in 2022. Thanks for tuning in!

    For The Host: Keeping Joy In Your Home Groups (Part Two)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2021 30:52


    God wants us to ENJOY each other! In this episode, Kayla and Pastor Melodi share some wins and stories about how to keep fun in your Home Groups. Find out more information about how you can get a Home Group started at arisewomensconference.com.

    For the Host: Keeping Joy In Your Home Groups (Part One)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2021 26:34


    God wants us to ENJOY each other! In this episode, Kayla and Pastor Melodi share some wins and stories about how to keep fun in your Home Groups. Find out more information about how you can get a Home Group started at arisewomensconference.com.

    Arise Conference 2021: Heaven Come / Day 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2021 8:03


    Arise Conference 2021 is here! We are so thankful for you. As you go throughout the weekend, take some time to listen to these quick devotionals for encouragement and a time of reflection. We believe God has amazing things to speak to you this weekend. We love you and we are praying for you!

    Arise Conference 2021: Heaven Come / Day 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2021 6:14


    Arise Conference 2021 is here! We are so thankful for you. As you go throughout the weekend, take some time to listen to these quick devotionals for encouragement and a time of reflection. We believe God has amazing things to speak to you this weekend. We love you and we are praying for you!

    Arise Conference 2021: Heaven Come / Day 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 7:44


    Arise Conference 2021 is here! We are so thankful for you. As you go throughout the weekend, take some time to listen to these quick devotionals for encouragement and a time of reflection. We believe God has amazing things to speak to you this weekend. We love you and we are praying for you!

    Prepare Your Heart, Prepare Your Home: The Gospel Comes With A House Key / Day Seven

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 2:16


    Making Your Weekend Fun by Sam Murdock Hey Arise Conference 2021 Hosts! We are so thankful for you. Before you host conference, our Arise Team has written a 7-day devotional to encourage and support you in the days leading up to this special weekend. Include these devotionals in your quiet time or listen throughout the day. We love you and we are praying for you!

    Prepare Your Heart, Prepare Your Home: The Gospel Comes With A House Key / Day Six

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 3:28


    Keys To The Father's House by Kayla Kessinger Hey Arise Conference 2021 Hosts! We are so thankful for you. Before you host conference, our Arise Team has written a 7-day devotional to encourage and support you in the days leading up to this special weekend. Include these devotionals in your quiet time or listen throughout the day. We love you and we are praying for you!

    Prepare Your Heart, Prepare Your Home: The Gospel Comes With A House Key / Day Five

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 4:10


    Loving Broken People by Heather Osborne Hey Arise Conference 2021 Hosts! We are so thankful for you. Before you host conference, our Arise Team has written a 7-day devotional to encourage and support you in the days leading up to this special weekend. Include these devotionals in your quiet time or listen throughout the day. We love you and we are praying for you!

    Prepare Your Heart, Prepare Your Home: The Gospel Comes With A House Key / Day Four

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 3:00


    Beautiful Things by Lily Bailey and Elyse Boland Hey Arise Conference 2021 Hosts! We are so thankful for you. Before you host conference, our Arise Team has written a 7-day devotional to encourage and support you in the days leading up to this special weekend. Include these devotionals in your quiet time or listen throughout the day. We love you and we are praying for you!

    Prepare Your Heart, Prepare Your Home: The Gospel Comes With A House Key / Day Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 3:36


    Mary vs. Martha: Whose party would YOU want to attend? by Michelle Far Hey Arise Conference 2021 Hosts! We are so thankful for you. Before you host conference, our Arise Team has written a 7-day devotional to encourage and support you in the days leading up to this special weekend. Include these devotionals in your quiet time or listen throughout the day. We love you and we are praying for you!

    Prepare Your Heart, Prepare Your Home: The Gospel Comes With A House Key / Day Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2021 5:08


    Suit Up And Stand by Carla Bower Hey Arise Conference 2021 Hosts! We are so thankful for you. Before you host conference, our Arise Team has written a 7-day devotional to encourage and support you in the days leading up to this special weekend. Include these devotionals in your quiet time or listen throughout the day. We love you and we are praying for you!

    Prepare Your Heart, Prepare Your Home: The Gospel Comes With A House Key / Day One

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 4:45


    Prepare Your Heart To Minister by Sarah Brock Hey Arise Conference 2021 Hosts! We are so thankful for you. Before you host conference, our Arise Team has written a 7-day devotional to encourage and support you in the days leading up to this special weekend. Include these devotionals in your quiet time or listen throughout the day. We love you and we are praying for you!

    Preparing Your Home, Preparing Your Heart: The Gospel Comes With A House Key / Preface

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 1:48


    A message from Pastor Melodi... Hey Arise Conference 2021 Hosts! We are so thankful for you. Before you host conference, our Arise Team has written a 7-day devotional to encourage and support you in the days leading up to this special weekend. Include these devotionals in your quiet time or listen throughout the day. We love you and we are praying for you!

    For The Host: Consistency In Your Home Groups

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 26:04


    In this episode, Melodi and Kayla discuss how to stay committed to your community when life gets busy. -Find a friend -Invite others to take ownership -Stay consistent For more info check us out online at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Walking others through trauma, healing, & deliverance

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 31:51


    In this episode, Pastor Melodi Hawley and Kayla Kessinger provide practical tips on guiding others towards healing, deliverance and true freedom. For more information, check us out online at arisewomensconference.com.

    For The Host: Disciple Making

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 18:54


    On this episode, Pastor Melodi and Kayla will discuss how to become disciple makers. Exponential growth happens when you are intentional about investing in your circle and encourage them to do the same. Listen in on some practical tips on how your influence with one can change the world.

    For The Host: Hospitality

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2021 17:27


    "Hospitality is the ministry of making others feel at home, in your home." On today's podcast, listen as Melodi and Kayla discuss the importance of true hospitality-what it is and what it isn't. Learn how to evaluate what matters, set boundaries, teach as you go, and have fun doing it! For more information about Arise Gatherings and how you can get involved in hosting a Home Group, visit us at arisewomensconference.com.

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