The Woman Inspired Podcast

What's in a name? Do you know what your name means? Was it given to you by your parents with purpose and meaning? Or was it given to you as a reminder of someone else dear to them, and in honor of another person? Most people are named after other family members, friends, movie characters, or famous people. Sometimes they are named after people in the Bible. But what about God? How is God named? What IS His name? And what's in a name? Is your name, my  name and the names of God that important? I'd say yes. And that's what we're talking about in this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired    #thenamesofGod #whatsinaname #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #thewomaninspiredpodcast #womaninspired 

In the latest episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about stubbornness. That's a subject most of us can relate to. But the question is, does your stubbornness serve you well or have you become a slave to it? To tune into “Stubborn faith or just plain stubbornness?”  go to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR https://womaninspired.podbean.com/ For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired    #stubbornfaith #thewomaninspiredpodcast #christianpodcast #karenmccracken

When you are weary, needing rest and feel as if no one could possibly understand, take heart because there have been many who have come before you who understand. They made it. They were brave. They were bold. They embraced their faith. And you can too. In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast, we're discussing more women in the Bible who had brave, bold faith. “The heart of Christ is not only the heart of a man but has in it also the tenderness and gentleness of a woman. Jesus was not a man in the rigid sense of manhood as distinct from womanhood, but, as the Son of Man, the complete Head of Humanity.” - A.B. Simpson To tune in to this episode go to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired    #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #womeninthebible #boldwomenoffaith #lydia #joanna 

Choosing God in the face of fear This episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast is about the midwives from the Old Testament who dared to deceive the Pharaoh in order to stop the killing of Israelite babies. (Exodus 1) Through their example we get a clear picture of what a holy fear and awe of God is and how much more powerful it is than the fear of a bigoted, cruel, King. Through these midwives, it's clear that when God establishes our steps, a mindset of bravery is available to us. Without these midwives, Shiphrah and Puah, the events that unfolded later as the baby who came to be known as Moses was saved, would never have happened. Without Moses, the future for the Israelites, Egypt, and our present day would likely look vastly different than it does. To tune in to this episode on choosing God over fear, go to womaninspired.com For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired    #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #facingfear #chooseGod #themidwives #exodus1 

What does a strong woman of God look like? Defined muscles? Able to wrangle 7 kids, a job, and yard work all at the same time? Sometimes we think so. If you believe the pictures and posts of some influencers on social media, you'd believe that all women of God are readily filtered, photo-shopped, and exaggerated. You'd come to believe that a strong Godly woman is someone whose hair is perfect, and never turns gray. You'd think she was a woman who defied stretch marks, miraculously can't gain a pound, and who never misses an opportunity to serve all the men at church, while never saying no to watching all the kids, and does all this with a smile on her face. But does that actually make a woman a strong woman of God? In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about just one of the many real examples from the Bible of what a truly strong woman of God looks like…Miriam. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired 

“When you fully submit to the Lord, your entire life becomes an act of praise.” – Vanessa Lynn Do you believe that? Do you believe that you can praise God through anything – before, during, and after the difficult times? I didn't used to believe that but I know it to be true now. In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast, we're talking about “Before, during, and after –  a time-line for praise.” For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired  #praisingGod #throughallthings #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #encouragement #praiseyourwaythrough #beforeduringandafter

In this episode of the woman inspired podcast, we're talking about Ecclesiastes and what I call,  Recycled faith. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired  #recylcedfaith #upcycledfaith #thewomaninspiredpodcast #thewomaninspired #karenmccracken #christianpodcasts

Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “All I have seen teaches me to trust the Creator for all I have not seen.” I couldn't agree more. And in the newest episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about what is seen and unseen, amazing, and outstanding about the creation around us and the One who is our Creator. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired  #creation #TheCreator #GodtheFather #christianpodcast #Thewomaninspiredpodcast #womaninspired #karenmccracken

One of my favorite quotes is, “I have a mustard seed, and I'm not afraid to use it,”…by John Ratzinger  Until recently, I didn't think much about the actual mustard seed, except for the fact that it's an itty, bitty little seed. Sometimes my faith has definitely been that small, and truthfully, even smaller than that. What I've discovered over the years is that the more I use my faith, the more it grows. Mustard seeds are amazing little things, and it's no accident that they're referenced in the Bible more than once. In today's episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast, “Small seeds, big faith”, we're talking about the mustard seed parable, and what happens when your faith grows. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired  #mustardseeds #karenmccracken #thewomaninspiredpodcast #christianpodcasts #christianspeaker #mustardseedparable

In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast, I'm answering questions, addressing comments, and laughing about criticism. Yes, it's that time of year when I address listener questions and comments. Thank you to everyone who asks questions, especially the Biblical and theological ones, but also the personal, philosophical, and the ridiculous. You are all appreciated.  Did your question or comment make it in this episode? Tune in to find out.  For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired  #comments #questions #listenercriticism #karenmccracken #thewomaninspiredpodcast #christianhumor #christianpodcast  

What is “quiet time” to you? In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast, I'm answering listener questions about quiet time. Are you familiar with it? What does it mean to you? Why is it so important? Tune in to this episode as I share all the details, the humor, the seriousness, and the challenges of finding time for “quiet time.” For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor, and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow, and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired    #quiettime #timeout #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken 

Are you taking captive what you need to take captive? As everyone is making resolutions and goals for 2025, perhaps most of us need to set a goal of taking our thoughts captive. The great thing about learning to truly take our thoughts captive is that along with the thoughts come the fears, feelings, anxieties, and worries. When you learn to wrangle those thoughts, you have a better chance of wrangling the fears, feelings, and worries that come with them. In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking all about “Taking it captive”. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #takingitcaptive #takingyourthoughtscaptive #thewomaninspiredpodcast #womaninspired #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #christianhumor

Feeling like you're buried under boxes, packages and tags? Too many holiday treats on your counter and headed toward you tummy? The Christmas season can make us feel overwhelmed rather than comforted. It can make us feel full of cookies, pies, and pastries instead of filled with the love that comes with a celebration of the birth of Christ. But hold on – because there's hope. You CAN get in the true holiday spirit by embracing Noel. Noel, light of the world – what does it actually mean and why is it the very heart of Christmas? To find out, tune in to this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired

‘Tis the season of hopefulness and living in joyful expectation. What can you do if you feel you've lost your hope? We're talking about hope in this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast. What is it? Why is it important? And how can you get it back if you think you've lost it? Tune in to this episode for hope-filled wisdom, Biblical principles, humor, and inspiration. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #losinghope #getyourhopeback #advent #adventus #livinghope #myhopeisinJesus #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #christianinspiration #christiancomedy

“We make a living by what we make; we make a life by what we give.” (Winston Churchill) Have you been making a life Jesus would be proud of? Have you given to “the least of these”? Perhaps you feel as if you have nothing to give. We're all called to give and told in Matthew 25 just what Jesus expects of us, and in this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about how we treat “the least of these”, who they are, what the Bible says, and doing it all with a bit of laughter. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #theleastofthese #giveasJesuscalls #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #christianspeaker #christianpodcasts

For a long time I felt as if so much of the world had lost the ability to have compassion. I mean, look around and we constantly see jaded, evil-minded, self-centered people who don't seem to have a care in the world except for caring for themselves, and gaining whatever amount of money, thing, or popularity could be had here on earth. But in the wake of hurricanes, tornadoes, people being hungry and cold, I've seen, and felt a renewed hope in mankind's ability to tap into compassion. While I don't know if it's possible, my hope and prayer is that a true passion for compassion will sweep across the globe. In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about compassion. What is it? How did Jesus show compassion? And why is it so important for us to show compassion for others? This and more are discussed in this week's episode titled, “Having a passion for compassion.”  For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #passionforcompassion #compassion #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #christianspeaker #christianpodcasts

DL Moody said, “Where one man reads the Bible, a hundred read you and me. “ Reading this quote was like having cold water splashed in my face. What are people reading when they see me, speak to me, hear me talk? The reality that others can see, and know the Word of God through someone else, and come to know Him through seeing us live as a witness to Him and the truth of the Word of God, ignites in me a greater desire to read, and understand the Bible. If I'm to be a living testimony of His Word then I need to know it. The only way to do that is to study it. In this week's episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast I'm sharing “Easy, applicable Bible study tips”. If you have difficulty setting time aside for Bible study or even comprehending why in the world it's so important, then please tune in. This episode includes practical, easy to follow tips to setting yourself up for successful, consistent and realistic Bible study goals.   For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine, and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #biblestudytips #karenmccracken #thewomaninspiredpodcast #beawitness #christianpodcast #christianspeaker

In this week's episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast titled, “Cut it out”, we're talking about the things that God calls us to cut out, cut off, and prune back so we can grow and bear fruit. "Like pruning a vine, God may ask you to cut away parts of your life that are not nourishing your spiritual growth." -unknown With a focus on Biblical principles, testimony and life application, this episode is all about discerning what He calls us to cut out, and seeking His strength to do so. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired

Do you ever have a difficult time taking your thoughts captive? Unsure how to tackle those thoughts, hold them captive, and then demolish them? In the latest episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast, we've got the tips, tricks, and Biblical principles to help you wrangle those thoughts and shine the light on the truth of the lies you might be believing. “A Battle Plan – Taking Your Thoughts Captive” For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired   #takingthoughtscaptive #battlefield #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #womaninspired #christianspeaker #christianauthor

Today's episode is titled, “Thriving in the midst of the storms”. Yes, thriving - not just surviving. In order to thrive, you must first survive but beyond survival mode, beyond the gut instinct to hold on for dear life, hunker down or protect yourself, a spiritual longing to pray the storm doesn't take you out usually kicks in. Somewhere in there is a place where we can thrive amid the storms, not just survive.  That's what this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast is about. With Biblical insights, testimony, and humor, this reminds us that we're given the opportunity to thrive, not just survive.   For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #stormsoflife #thrive #karenmccracken #thewomaninspiredpodcast #christianspeaker #christianpodcast 

Have you ever had a season where you felt lazy? You just got to a point where you were too tired, too overwhelmed, too everything to just get up and do the To-do list? Oh, I have…yet even through lazy times, God has taught me some amazing lessons. Now I just have to make sure I'm not too lazy to apply them! In the latest episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast titled, “Lessons in Laziness” we're talking about obedience, waiting on the Lord and making sure we're not lazy with our faith. With true stories, scripture, encouragement and a few giggles, this episode is for anyone who has ever felt a little lazy! For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #lessonsinlaziness #karenmccracken #thewomaninspiredpodcast #womaninspired #christianpodcast #christianspeaker #christiancomedy 

Have you ever had a difficult time making a decision? I used to worry myself over every little decision I had to make…everything from what to order on a menu to where to go shopping for groceries. I was a worry-wart of the worst kind. (Say that ten times fast.) Over the years, through great counsel, Biblical principles, and much trial and error, I've learned that making decisions, big or small, doesn't have to be something excruciating or worrisome. God tells us not to worry but to seek Him instead. In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about Making Big Decisions. Humor, Biblical principles, stories and testimony all in one place. To tune in go to my website at womaninspired.com, directly to Podbean at https://womaninspired.podbean.com/e/the-wrong-way-to-do-the-right-thing/ OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast in your favorite podcast app. For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #bigdecisions #makingthebestchoices #karenmccracken #thewomaninspiredpodcast #womaninspired #christianpodcasts #faithandhumor

Have you ever tried to do the right thing, only to realize later that you probably went about it the wrong way? Sometimes it takes us learning the same lesson over and over again before it sticks; especially when it comes to trying to help others. In our care, concern, and passion, sometimes we go about giving that help in the wrong way, making the situation worse. In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast, we're paving the podcast with talk of good intentions gone wrong. How do you deal with your zeal to help someone living a life that's not good for them? How do you keep from pushing them further away from the right path? And just as important, is it your job to try to even try to put them in the right place? With Biblical examples of Jesus' love and zeal for His sheep, real-life examples and understanding, this episode digs into it “the wrong way to do the right thing.” https://womaninspired.org/podcasts For more encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in to The Woman Inspired Podcast! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired

I heard a quote not long ago that resonated with me. “You know wisdom has settled into your soul when you can be confronted with just about anything and never lose your cool.” – anonymous In today's culture, losing your cool isn't just the norm; in some ways, it's even glorified. Losing your cool means losing composure and letting anger get the best of you. We all do it. None of us can escape it but we can learn to control it. James 1:19-20 says, “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.”  In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about being Christ-like in our anger; what to do when we feel like we're going to lose our cool, AND what to do if we've already lost our cool.  With encouragement, personal testimony, a bit of humor and Biblical truths, this episode is all about rushing to anger, and learning how not to lose our cool. For encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired

“God's not done with you yet!” Have you ever felt like God's forgotten you? Or as if everything you felt called to do amounted to little or nothing? Perhaps you've felt under-appreciated, ignored, or dismissed for how you've tried to serve the Lord, and help others. If so, you're not alone. But take heart because the Bible has something to say about that. The work you're doing is not your work, it's God's work. You were called by Him and He's not done with you yet. If you're still breathing, He has a reason. If you've got a pulse, you have a purpose. Those aren't just nice quotes and tag lines to put on a magnet on your fridge, they're the truth. In the latest episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about purpose, passion, and God continuing the good work in you that He started. For encouragement, Biblical insight, testimony, humor and inspiration, tune in! Please like, share, follow and download. You can listen to this and all episodes by going to: https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR searching for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your fav app: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine and all quality podcast apps. To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired

In the latest episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about how unforgiveness affects your health. Science has caught up with what the Bible already told us, we should forgive! Karen Swartz, MD. Director of the Mood Disorders Adult Consultation Clinic at The Johns Hopkins hospital is quoted on the Johns Hopkins website as saying, “Research determined that there is an enormous physical burden to hanging on to anger. Unforgiveness can make you sick. Chronic anger and unforgiveness puts you in constant fight or flight mode which results in numerous changes in heart rate, blood pressure and immune response. Those changes then increase the risk of depression, heart disease, and diabetes among other conditions. Forgiveness however calms stress levels which leads to improved health.” The Word of God gives us gems like Ephesians 4:32 for a reason. “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” If it's in the Word of God, it's there for a reason. Is it easy to apply? No. Impossible to do? No. If God has asked us to do it, He will help us make a way. In this episode, titled “Forgiveness is healthier than unforgiveness” we're talking about spiritual, mental, emotional and physical health and how unforgiveness affects us. Go to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  to tune in OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your favorite app. Audible, iHeart, Pandora, Podbean, Apple and more… Don't forget to like, follow, and share this episode! To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired

The Woman Inspired Podcast is back after a brief summer vacation break. In this episode we're talking about having faith and leaning on God come what may…having an “it is well with my soul” attitude even in the midst of pain, frustration, and difficult times. Do you lean into your faith come what may? Or do you only lean in after you've tried everything else the world has to offer? In this episode, we'll discuss having faith through the good and the bad, come what may. With scripture, testimony and real life examples you can relate to, this episode gets straight to the heart of having a bad faith day and learning to turn in around into an attitude of letting it be well with your soul, come what may. Go to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  to tune in OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your favorite app. Audible, iHeart, Pandora, Podbean, Apple and more… Don't forget to like, follow, and share this episode! To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #thewomaninspiredpodast #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #comewhatmay #itiswellwithmysoul #faithday

Do you believe that Jesus is the Way Maker? I do. I love the lyrics from the song Way Maker. "You are Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper Light in the darkness My God, that is who You are" (If you know that song you're singing it now, aren't you? J) In this week's episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about the Way Maker. “Are you getting in the way of the Way Maker?” leads us into a discussion about letting God have His way in our lives and not getting in His way when He's trying to make a way for us. You can tune in to this and all episodes by going to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast in all major podcast apps like Audible, iHeart, Podbean, Apple and more. Don't forget to like, follow, and share this episode! To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #karenmccracken #waymakermiracleworker #Godwillmakeaway #thewomaninspiredpodcast #womaninspired #Christianpodcast #christianspeaker #christianhumor

In the newest episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're asking the question…Are you running on empty? So many of us are, right? What can you do about it? In this episode we're discussing the unhealthy quick-fix fuels so many of us use to fuel ourselves up, and what the alternatives are to them. If you're looking to stop the feeling of emptiness you get because of running from one thing to the next, take a few minutes to tune in to this episode so you can find out how to fill yourself up with the true, spiritual and eternal fuels that will get rid of that empty fill and have you overflowing with purpose, and peace.   For more info on this podcast and how to schedule Karen to speak at your next event, go to https://womaninspired.org/ Don't forget to like, follow, and share this episode! To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #runningone #stoptheemptiness #runningonempty #feelingempty #holyspiritfuel #thewomaninspiredpodacst #womaninspired #karenmccracken #speaker #christianpodcast Order your copy of Running on E' here: Paperback: https://www.blurb.com/b/4455790-running-on-e Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Running-Karen-VanderMarliere-McCracken-ebook/dp/B00DZUQQVO Coming in fall 2024 – Updated and revised version of Running on E' – by Karen McCracken

Today's episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast is titled “Do something kind today”. But how do you go about doing that? True kindness isn't just a thought, nor is it just an action. It extends from the inside out. What does kindness look like and what does the Bible say about true kindness? In this episode, we'll discuss the true meaning of kindness. The Woman Inspired Podcast is filled with stories, inspiration, humor, and Biblical truth. If you're overwhelmed with sadness due to the unkind nature of today's world, I hope you'll be so kind as to tune in, like, share and follow! Thanks for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast.  For more info about this podcast go to womaninspired.com To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #dosomethingkindtoday #bekind #whatiskindness #lovingkindness #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #womaninspired #christianpodcast

In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast Karen is tackling MORE listener questions and comments. This episode has Biblical questions, opinions. humor, and a tad bit of the random. For an entertaining and faith-based worldview, tune in anytime via Podbean, Apple, Audible, iHeart, Podvine, and more. OR hop out to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts for all the links and details. Don't forget to check out Karen's latest best-selling book, "Woman Let Go - Release the grip of unforgiveness". Available now on Amazon, at Barnes and Nobles and other great book sellers. https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Let-Go-Unforgiveness-Inspired-ebook/dp/B0CJ9VGMXG Thanks for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast. Don't forget to like, share, follow! For more info about this podcast go to womaninspired.com To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #womaninspired #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #womanletgo #christianpodcaster #christianspeaker 

In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast Karen is tackling the latest listener questions and comments. This episode has everything from the hilarious to the mundane, to questions about traditional women's values to thoughts about AI.  For an entertaining and faith-based worldview, tune in anytime via Podbean, Apple, Audible, iHeart, Podvine, and more. OR hop out to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts for all the links and details. Don't forget to check out Karen's latest best-selling book, "Woman Let Go - Release the grip of unforgiveness". Available now on Amazon, at Barnes and Nobles and other great book sellers. https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Let-Go-Unforgiveness-Inspired-ebook/dp/B0CJ9VGMXG Thanks for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast. Don't forget to like, share, follow! For more info about this podcast go to womaninspired.com To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #womaninspired #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #womanletgo #christianpodcaster #christianspeaker 

“To forgive is to set a prisoner free, and then to find out the prisoner was you.” This quote by Lewis B. Smedes is far truer than some people can imagine. For those who have held on to unforgiveness for many years, the side-effects of it are toxic. Releasing unforgiveness and learning to embrace forgiveness of others and ourselves takes work but it's a labor of love when you realize that you're setting yourself free from the prison of resentment and anger. “Forgiving in the midst of pain” is the topic of the latest episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast. In this episode we talk about the difficulty in forgiving wrong-doing on a major scale. Sharing true-life stories of amazing forgiveness, we discuss what the Bible says about it and why we need to pay attention to the effects that holding on to unforgiveness has on our lives. To tune in, go to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast in your favorite podcast app. Thanks for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast. Don't forget to like, share, follow! For more info about this podcast go to womaninspired.com To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired To check out Karen's latest book best-selling book, “Woman Let Go –Release the grip of unforgiveness” go to: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Let-Go-Unforgiveness-Inspired-ebook/dp/B0CJ9VGMXG #forgiveness #womanletgo #thewomaninspiredseries #karenmccracken #releasethegrip #christianauthor #womaninspired #thewomaninspiredpodcast #christianspeaker #christianpodcasts

C.S. Lewis said, “To be Christian means to forgive the inexcusable because God has forgiven the inexcusable in you." Choosing Christ-like forgiveness doesn't mean we have to die on a cross. In fact, we don't have to do that to forgive others. Jesus did that for us. We were called to “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:32) In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about forgiving like Jesus did and what a Christ-like, truth-driven, compassionate forgiveness looks like. To tune in to this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast go to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR search for it on your favorite podcast app. (Available on Apple, iHeart, Audible, Podbean, Spotify and more…) Thanks for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast. Don't forget to like, share, follow! For more info about this podcast go to womaninspired.com To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired To check out Karen's latest book, “Woman Let Go –Release the grip of unforgiveness” go to: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Let-Go-Unforgiveness-Inspired-ebook/dp/B0CJ9VGMXG #forgiveness #womanletgo #thewomaninspiredseries #karenmccracken #releasethegrip #christianauthor #womaninspired #thewomaninspiredpodcast #christianspeaker #christianpodcasts

Are you prepared for the storms in life? It's sometimes easier and more satisfying to grab extra candles, stock up on shelf stable foods and fuel up the generator than it is to be spiritually, mentally, and emotionally prepared. Putting our hands on tangible things makes us feel prepared. But are you truly prepared for whatever might come your way if you're not well rooted and grounded in faith? In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast, we're talking about Becoming a Prepper…a spiritual prepper. How can you do your best to be prepared for the storms that may come? Where do you turn in times of trouble and from where does your strength come? With Biblical insights, scripture, a bit of humor and real-life thrown in, this episode gets right in to it. To tune in go to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. You'll find it on all the best apps! Thanks for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast. Don't forget to like, share, follow! For more info about this podcast go to womaninspired.com To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #prepping #becomeaprepper #storms #spiritualprepping #strengthinthelord #karenmccracken #thewomaninspiredpodcast #christianspeaker #christianpodcast

 “Without forgiveness, a human's life is governed by an endless cycle of resentment and retaliation.” - Robert Assagioli In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about forgiveness and what happens when we don't give it. Are you stuck in an endless cycle of resentment and retaliation due to holding on to unforgiveness, either for yourself or someone else? Tune in to this episode of find out more about why forgiveness is so important, what the Bible says about it and how to start your journey towards releasing the grip of unforgiveness in your life. To tune in go to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts or search for The Woman Inspired Podcast in your favorite podcast player. Apple, Audible, iHeart, Spotify, Podbean – it's there! To tune into this and every episode, go to womaninspired.com OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on all major podcast platforms. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast. Don't forget to like, share, follow! For more info about this podcast go to womaninspired.com To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #womanletgo #releasethegripofunforgiveness #thewomaninspiredpodcast #womaninspired #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #christianspeaker

This week's podcast is about elevating our faith and our hope so our eyes are fixed on Jesus. Tune in for encouragement to stay the course and run the race marked out for you, with greater vision, wisdom and focus! With testimony, stories, scripture and humor, this episode is sure to inspired you. To tune into this and every episode, go to womaninspired.com OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on all major podcast platforms. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast. Don't forget to like, share, follow! For more info about this podcast go to womaninspired.com To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #thewomaninspiredpodcast #fixyoureyesonJesus #christianpodcaster #christianspeaker #karenmccracken

In the latest episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about affliction, what it is, what it isn't and how to help someone who is afflicted in some way or another. With stories, examples, Biblical principles and definitions, I pray this episode inspires all women on their faith journey. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast. Don't forget to like, share, follow! For more info about this podcast go to womaninspired.com To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired   #affliction #helpingothers #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #prayfortheafflicted

What does it mean to be Christ-like? I researched this question and let me tell you, the answers I got were completely circular. “Christ-like means to mimic Christ”, “Christ-like means exemplifying Christ.” “It means having a Christ-like attitude.” “It means sharing Christ with others.” And those are only a few of the answers. I had to roll my eyes at some of the answers, laugh at others and just sigh in the end because very few times did the answer truly give a solid answer to the question. In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're answering the question, “what does it mean to be Christ-like?” and all with Biblical examples, scripture, personal experiences and authentic examples. Yep, we're breaking it down to real-life, true words and The Word. To tune in to this episode go to womaninspired.com OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. (Audilble, iHeart, Apple, Podbean and more…) Thanks for tuning in!        To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired   #christlike #whatischristlike #bechristlike #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #christianspeaker

Have you ever been duped? Tricked? Scammed? Led astray by someone you thought was good but turned out to be evil? The book of Matthew warns us about wolves in sheep clothing. That scripture is important for our journey with Jesus but also in our daily lives. Like never before, we have a world that is crawling with hungry wolves. We also live in a world that believes the lie that “If it quacks like a duck, swims like a duck and walks like a duck, then it must be a duck.” With technology today, fake this, altered that and artificially generated everything, it's easier than ever to disguise a raven as a duck.   So how do you garner wisdom and discernment to distinguish the fake from the phony, the wolf from the sheep and the ducks from the ravens…especially when you've been duped before and you're feeling like a fool?  James 1:5 says, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.” We're discussing ALL this and more in today's episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast, “If it quacks like a duck.” Go to womaninspired.com https://womaninspired.org/podcasts  to tune in OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your favorite Podcast platform. (Audible, iHeart, Spotify, Apple, Podbean.) For more info about this podcast and to learn how to schedule Karen to speak at your next event or on your podcast, go to womaninspired.com Thanks for tuning in!        To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired   #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #bewarethewolves #wisdomanddiscernment #christianpodcast #christianspeaker

In sharing the Word of God, do worry you might offend someone else? Or are you bold enough to just put THE truth out there with love and compassion and let it stand for itself? Do you hear people water it down or try to shove parts of it in other people's faces, with good intentions but twisted meanings? Matthew 24:10, 12 tells us that…”many shall be offended and shall betray one another and shall hate one another… And because evil shall abound the love of many shall wax cold.” This IS the world we live in now. But that doesn't mean we should walk around worried that we may offend others by the way we live out our faith journey and grow our relationship with Jesus…and walk in truth. In today's episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about the Word of God, how it's shared in today's culture – the good, the bad, the ugly, the evil and the truth of it. AND how to stand with Jesus in a world that will stand for anything and everything just for likes, follows, and attention. Thanks for tuning in to this episode. To find more episodes go to womaninspired.com  OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on all major, quality podcast platforms. For more info about this podcast and how to schedule Karen to speak at your next event or on your podcast, go to womaninspired.com Thanks for tuning in!        To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #thewordofGod #standforJesus #nooffenseintended #noworries #christianspeaker #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #womaninspired

Have you ever received a package marked “special delivery”? Was it flowers? Fruit? Jewelry? Or maybe a rooster? (Yes, you can mail a rooster!) In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about gifts and a special delivery. Aubrey Vaughn may have said it best: “Jesus is a special delivery from heaven, a parcel of love being delivered to your home with your name upon it for salvation and nothing in the world could stop the arrival of His of love - not the world - not Satan - not death - not hell because it was signed, sealed and delivered at Calvary But one thing we have to do with a special delivery when it arrives on our door step is to sign for it and agree to receive it.” Tune into this episode by going to womaninspired.com OR checking out The Woman Inspired Podcast on your favorite podcast platform: Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Google and more! For more info about this podcast and how to schedule Karen to speak at your next event or on your podcast, go to womaninspired.com Thanks for tuning in!        To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired  

I recently read a poem called, “Church is hard”. You may have seen it circulating online. The poem was written by Jacob Waldron. Excellent writing and SO on point. His writing sparked me to talk about why church is so hard and what the Bible says about church. We have a road map to developing a healthy church in the book of Acts. In this episode we're talking about how to make church NOT so hard and specifically about Acts 2:46-47, which says:  Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved. To listen to today's episode go to https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on all major podcast platforms – Audible, iHeart, Apple, Podbean, Podvine and Spotify. _______ To tune into other episodes go to womaninspired.com and listen in the podcast player. For more info about this podcast and how to schedule Karen to speak at your next event or on your podcast, go to womaninspired.com Thanks for tuning in!        To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #christianspeaker #christianpodcast #podbeanpodcasts #womaninspired #churchofacts #churchishard

“The devil knows your name but calls you by your sin. God knows your sin but calls you by your name…” (Ricardo Sanchez)  You have a name and YOU ARE NOT YOUR SIN. That's what we're discussing in this week's episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast. We're also talking about the danger of name-calling; labels, twisting the Word of God AND making sure you know that you are not your sin. (And other people are not their sin either.) Paul said in Romans 7:20 - “Now if I do what I do not want, it is no longer I who do it but sin that dwells in me.” Sin can dwell in you but that does not mean that you are your sin. To know more, click into The Woman Inspired Podcast! https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR search for it on Apple, iHeart, Audible, Podbean, Podvine, Spotify and Google. To tune into this and other episodes go to womaninspired.com and listen in the podcast player. For more info about this podcast and how to schedule Karen to speak at your next event or on your podcast, go to womaninspired.com Thanks for tuning in!        To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired

Have you ever tried to bargain with God? Haggle with Him to get your own way? Not sure? IF you've ever said something along the lines of “God, IF you do this, THEN I will do that…”, then you have! In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast, we talk about bargaining, manipulation and prayer. What's the difference? How do we humbly turn to God without trying to bargain? This and more are discussed in today's episode. Tune in here https://womaninspired.org/podcasts OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on iHeart, Audible, Podbean, Apple and more! Please be sure to like, follow and share this podcast! Thank you for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast. For more info about this podcast and how to reach Karen to schedule her to speak at your next event go to womaninspired.com To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #bargainingwithGod #prayertime #christianspeaker #womanstandfirm

There's a saying that goes, "Words are seeds. They do more than blow around. They land in our hearts and not on the ground. Be careful what you plant. Be careful what you say. You might have to eat what you planted one day." (unknown)  Do you know this to be true? In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we talk about sowing seed - intentional sowing and unintentional sowing. What's the difference and why is it so important to be aware of it? Tune in to find out!  Check out this episode at womaninspired.com OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on Podbean, Google, Apple, iHeart, Audible and more... Don't forget to like, follow, and share - you'll bless me so much if you do and I will appreciate it.  ******* Thank you for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast. For more info about this podcast and how to reach Karen to schedule her to speak at your next event go to womaninspired.com  To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired

Do you actually believe that Jesus is the son of God? Do you celebrate Christmas? What's your favorite Christmas song? Favorite holiday movie? These are just a few of the listener questions I answer in this special episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast – “Holiday Questions and Comments”. To tune into this fun, holiday themed episode go to my website at womaninspired.com to listen via the podcast player OR you can find The woman Inspired Podcast on Podbean, iHeart, Apple, Audible, Podvine, Spark Media and other quality podcast platforms. Thank you for tuning in…and I pray you have a blessed and Merry Christmas. #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #merrychristmaspodcast #listernerquestions #christianpodcast #christianspeaker

Are you feeling peaceful during the holiday hustle and bustle, shopping, cleaning, preparing, and cooking? Or do you feel chaos and craziness as your To Do list seems to get longer?  Peace is an internal thing that can be had even when there is no peace in the external world around you. Nations and countries, religions and families, shoppers and employers may not be focused on peace but that doesn't mean you can't be.  In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we talk about the peace Jesus offers us. Sheila Walsh said, “Peace is not the absence of trouble, but the presence of Christ." Do you believe it? Tune in to this episode where I share about the struggle to hold on to peace, where our true peace comes from and I share a personal story of my own struggle to hold on to peace in the middle of a NOT so peaceful shopping experience I had.  For more info about The Woman Inspired Podcast go to womaninspired.com. Thank you for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast. For more info about this podcast and how to reach Karen to schedule her to speak at your next event go to womaninspired.com  To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #christianpodcast #thewomaninspiredpodcast #1womaninspired #karenmccracken #peace #christmaspeace #peacefulness 

The Bible says that if you resist the devil, he will flee. Do you believe that? Do you live your life like it's true? Do you even believe in the devil and his evil ways? In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about resisting evil and what that looks like. What IS resistance? What does James 4:7 mean when it says “So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”? Resistance, discernment, and letting the joy of the Lord be your strength is what we're talking about in this episode titled “Resistance is NOT futile”. “She wasn't afraid of doing good OR of resisting evil. She was merely afraid she might not be able to tell the difference.” Gregory Maguire To tune in, go to womaninspired.com OR search for The Woman Inspired Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. To reach Karen and check out all the great Woman Inspired info, go to womaninspired.com or follow on social media:   Thank you for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast. For more info about this podcast and how to reach Karen to schedule her to speak at your next event go to womaninspired.com  To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired #resistanceisnotfutile #resistthedevil #karenmccracken #thewomaninspiredpodcast #christianpodcaster #christianspeaker #thewomaninspiredpodcast #1womaninspired #womaninspired

Sometimes it's difficult to grab hold of joy. In the middle of wars and violence, financial crises, physical and mental health challenges, suicide and crime both increasing, it's no wonder so many people feel as if they've lost their joy. In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we talk about what Advent is, what it is not, and about the only true source of joy. I also share practical steps you can take to help you get your joy back. “Adventus – celebrating with joy” is an episode filled with hope, scripture, and helpful steps to make the most of the beautiful Advent season to come. Thank you for tuning in to The Woman Inspired Podcast. For more info about this podcast and how to reach Karen to schedule her to speak at your next event go to womaninspired.com  To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired   #thewomaninspiredpodcast #advent #adventus #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #christmasiscoming #Hewillbeback #thesecondcoming

What's a miracle to you? Is it things you can see but can't understand, like the fact that some animals can regenerate limbs? Or that we can talk into these little boxes called phones and hear someone's voice who is thousands of miles away? Or maybe that something with feathers and a tiny body is able to fly? Or that somehow ALL the trees know just when to shed their leaves as one season changes into the next without someone telling them to? Maybe it feels like a miracle to you when your husband doesn't leave his clothes lying on the floor or when your teenager does the dishes without being asked. Maybe to someone else it feels like a miraculous and extraordinary occurrence of divine intervention when they get to the dmv to renew their drivers license and there is no line!   What do you consider a miracle? In this episode of The Woman Inspired Podcast we're talking about what a miracle actually is and how important it is to acknowledge them, embrace them and thank God for them! To tune into this episode go to womaninspired.com and listen in the podcast player OR search for it on the Spark Media podcast page and all quality podcast platforms. For more info about this podcast and how to schedule Karen to speak at your next event or on your podcast, go to womaninspired.com Thanks for tuning in!        To connect with Karen on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1womaninspired/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/womaninspired Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AWomanInspired        #miracles #miraculous #whatisamiracle #thewomaninspiredpodcast #karenmccracken #christianpodcast #christianspeaker