Podcasts about encourager

Our spouse hears messages every day from the world—criticism, pressure, comparison, and doubt. But what if home became the place where they were reminded of who they are, what they're capable of, and how deeply they're loved? In this episode, Dr. Kim and Nancy talk about the power of encouragement in marriage and why your words carry more weight than anyone else's. They share personal stories from their own marriage, practical ways to encourage your spouse authentically, and how couples can replace patterns of criticism with a culture of support. Whether your marriage is thriving or you've fallen into a habit of negativity, this conversation will challenge you to become your spouse's greatest encourager.   Quotes from this Episode: Dr. Kim "I don't care what anyone else thinks. Hearing your encouragement makes all the difference in the world." "When your spouse gets more encouragement from someone else than from you, there's a void in the marriage." "Your encouragement is meant to build your spouse up, not put them in the box you want them to fit in." "The more you become a student of your spouse, the more you'll know how to encourage them in ways that truly matter." "When I ask God to help me see you through His eyes, I'm flooded with good things to tell you." "When you see yourselves as a team, encouragement becomes part of how you do life together."   Mrs. Nancy "Your spouse is the most important person in your life. What they say carries more weight than anyone else's words." "Sometimes we simply need our spouse to say, 'You can do this.' Those words can make all the difference." "Living in a fallen world makes negativity come naturally, but that's not how God designed our marriages." "Specific encouragement is powerful because it reminds your spouse of the unique gifts and strengths God has given them." "A look or a tone can discourage just as much as words." "When I pray for you, it changes my heart. It changes the way I see you."   Time to Talk About it: When do you feel the most encouraged by me? What specific words or actions help you feel seen, valued, and believed in? Have criticism or negativity become a habit in any area of our marriage? What's one intentional way we can replace those patterns with encouragement this week? How can I better support what God is doing in your life instead of trying to shape you into who I think you should be?   Mentioned in this Episode: Sign up for our daily One Thing email! Struggling with your attitude toward your spouse? Find it hard to encourage someone you feel disconnected from? Our Reframing Challenge will help! Want an opportunity to dig into God's Word with your spouse? Find Awesome Marriage on YouVersion. You'll love our 4 Days to Growing Gratitude in Marriage . Check it out with your spouse! If you haven't browsed our site, you've GOT to check out the marriage resources we have over at AwesomeMarriage.com, and browse our online courses at AwesomeMarriageUniversity.com !  Be the first to hear about all things Awesome Marriage, receive monthly bonus content straight from Dr. Kim and Mrs. Nancy, and take advantage of big discounts by becoming a Marriage Changer!   

Pastor Harry explains to us what our Encourager, who is Jesus, does for us. He positioned Himself in the court of God to come along side of us and offer up evidence of His righteousness for our sake. Jesus is the greatest encourager and intercedes for us. If you have accepted Jesus, He is standing beside you.

Welcome back to the This Day Podcast! This week on the podcast Megan welcomes Shannon Scott onto the podcast! Shannon is a Bible Teacher, Author, Speaker, and Encourager! Join the ladies this week as they dive into what it looks like to find stillness in the everyday life!

Reach Out: Please include your email and I will get back to you. Thanks!emersonk78@me.comExcel Still More Journal - AmazonNew GENESIS Daily Bible Devotional!Daily Bible Devotional Series - AmazonTitle Sponsor: Tyler Cain, Senior Loan Officer, Statewide MortgageWebsites: https://statewidemortgage.com/https://tylercain.floify.com/Phone: 813-380-8487There is only one true path to heaven, and that is through Jesus Christ. That path is laid out in the Scripture and must be followed by submitting to the authority of the Lord. Along that path, however, are many features, trails, and particulars. This is because people are different. What affects you might be different from what affects me. What draws you, fulfills you, or aligns with your gifts might differ from me. Does this mean one of us is broken? Or that more honor is due one than the other? NO!We are all different. This does not mean some of us keep some laws and omit others to suit our preferences. No one is saying that (Don't write me up, please). But can we be honest that what feels strongest or fulfills us most may differ among people? We are all different in the body, yet we function as one body. With no shame, but with much appreciation for one another!Can you List Your Top 3? How are you leaning into them and inviting others to them?The StudentThe WorshiperThe ServantThe EncouragerThe ContemplaterThe Creation LoverThe Mission-MindedJesus is all of these things, and He is our authority. So we pursue them all. But do not be ashamed of the special categories where God is using you most amazingly. You are not broken. We are whole because of you. 

Life HacksProverbs 16:24Brandon Lemons

Les jeunes artistes ont souvent beaucoup à offrir, mais aussi besoin d'être encouragés.Comment accompagner un jeune qui aime créer ? Comment l'aider à développer les dons que Dieu lui a confiés sans lui mettre de pression ? Et quelle place la créativité peut-elle avoir dans la vie de nos Églises ?Dans le nouvel épisode de notre podcast, Anne reçoit Zoé Prigent, auteure-compositrice-interprète.Au fil de la conversation, Zoé partage avec authenticité son parcours, les joies et les défis d'une jeune artiste chrétienne aujourd'hui. Ensemble, nous réfléchissons à la manière dont les parents, les responsables jeunesse, les pasteurs et les communautés peuvent encourager les jeunes créatifs à grandir dans leurs dons et à les mettre au service de Dieu.Vous découvrirez également les coulisses du chant qu'elle compose pour le Dimanche National Pour la Jeunesse 2026, dont le thème est : « Tu n'es pas trop jeune ».Retrouvez Zoé notamment sur Instagram et YouTube.

Greg Davis welcomes Pastor Tim Anderson, longtime pastor of Clements Baptist Church and now Executive Director of the International Congress on Revival (ICR), for a conversation about caring for those who care for others. Tim shares how ICR is ministering to pastors and their wives across the United States and around the world, offering biblical encouragement, spiritual renewal, and lasting relationships for leaders serving on the front lines of ministry.They also discuss the challenges pastors face today, the need for revival in the church, and preview ICR's upcoming one-day Stateside Pastor Conference on August 13 at Lindsay Lane Baptist Church in Athens, Alabama. Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or church member looking to support your pastor, this conversation is a timely reminder that a healthy church begins with spiritually healthy leaders.

As we finish up the month, it's a good chance to stop and have a look at how things are really going in your practice. Not just the income or the number of clients you've seen, but the difference you've made.How have your clients changed? What have they achieved? What conversations have stayed with you? We'll also have a look at client retention, whether it's time to ask for a review, and why the impact you have every day is often the most valuable part of your work.Strategy Lab members, your one-to-one link is in last week's workbook. Not a Strategy Lab Member Yet? Join the Strategy Lab here: www.geraldineheadley.com/strategy_lab

A few sincere words of encouragement can give someone the strength and confidence to keep going.

In a world where negativity and criticism seem to dominate the airwaves, it's refreshing to talk about a superpower that can change the game: encouragement. This week on the podcast, the speaker explores the importance of being an encourager, and how it can have a profound impact on those around us.Encouragement is not just a feel-good concept; it's a powerful tool that can actually change the way we think and behave. The speaker delves into the science behind encouragement, citing studies that show how positive words can boost our mood, reduce anxiety, and even improve our physical health. But it's not just about us; encouragement can also have a profound impact on those around us, from our families to our communities.The speaker shares personal anecdotes and biblical teachings that highlight the importance of encouragement, including the story of the two frogs who were stuck in a pit and how the power of positive words helped them escape. They also discuss the concept of "encouragement as a habit" and how it can become a natural part of our daily lives. With the help of a special guest, Eric McClanahan, the speaker explores the challenges of being an encourager, including the tendency to focus on our own flaws and the importance of receiving encouragement ourselves.So, what can you do to become a more encouraging person? The speaker offers practical tips and insights, including the idea that encouragement is a choice and that we can make a difference by speaking positive words to those around us. Join the conversation and discover the power of encouragement for yourself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's a bit of an encourager for you all, whether you're in the Strategy Lab or just out there in podcast land.So today I've got three questions for you to sit with, whatever you're doing right now (dishes, walking, driving, whatever it is). Answer them honestly and you'll walk away knowing exactly where your pricing is leaking, and what to do about it.I also share a bit about how I've reshaped my own offerings this year, cutting back the loss leaders and making Strategy Lab a better product for the people in it.Quick heads up for Strategy Lab members: the 14-day pricing update campaign with email templates and scripts is now live and freshly updated for you.Head to https://www.geraldineheadley.com/strategy_lab to find out more about the Strategy LabAlso don't forget, I've got a live day coming up on the 20th, a full session all about how the consult works. Book your place here: https://www.geraldineheadley.com/checkout/cartNext episode we're staying on money, but flipping to the other side of it.

On the day we honor the men among us, we look at the life of a man whose enduring legacy was his gift of encouragement. Barnabas saw and called out God's best in people, including Paul.

Romans 1:8 - Let me say first that I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith in him is being talked about all over the world.1. The Power of Our Words2. How to Give a Compliment 3. How to Receive a Compliment

I believe every believer has a ministry. Don't overlook the importance of being an encourager. It costs you nothing but your love, your kindness, and your time.Main Points:1.  Have you ever had an encourager in your life, someone that whenever you were around them, you found your spirit lifted? This is the kind of person I want to be. I want to be an encourager. 2. You never know the impact of your kindness, your love, and your words of encouragement. I believe people around you today are desperate for encouragement. Everyone around you is fighting a battle you know nothing about. What a difference you could make in someone's life by encouraging them to trust the Lord, to keep believing, and not to give up.3. What a difference you could make by encouraging someone to obey God, to step out in faith, and to let God use their lives.Today's Scripture Verses:1 Thessalonians 5:11 - “encourage one another and build each other up.”Hebrews 10:24-25 - “Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

In this episode, Josh Luse continues our Heart of God Series in the Book of Haggai and how God's heart is one of Encouragement!

“Send Coach John a message”The Mindfulness Meditation Institute (@TrainingMindful) shared a very powerful and short reminder for all of us.  “Be an encourager. The world has plenty of critics already.” - Dave Willis.  I may have shared something close to this quote in the past, but I know I needed to share it today for sure. All of us need to look to encourage others AND ourselves. There are so many critics out there, but their feedback to others doesn't even come close to what the world needs. Short and sweet my friends.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss the spiritual challenges that can sometimes accompany retirement. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld to discuss vines and branches in the Bible, and Gary Michuta to share more Old Testament prophecies about Jesus. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Hildegard of Bingen’s Holy Spirit Prayer Holy Spirit,Comforting fire,Life of all creation.Anointing the sick,cleansing body and soul,Fill this body! Holy Spirit,Sacred breath, Fire of love,Sweetest taste, Beautiful aroma,Fill this heart! Holy Spirit,Filling the world,from the heights to the deep,Raining from clouds, filling rivers and sea,Fill this mind! Holy Spirit,Bringing light into dark places,igniting praise,Greatest gift, our Hope and Encourager,Holy Spirit of Christ,I praise you! Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE Ingredients 1½-2 pounds fresh ripe tomatoes 1 nice clove garlic ¼ cup olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Handful fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces or sliced into ribbons Optional but real good: Parmesan, fresh mozzarella, feta or burrata cheese Instructions Slice the tomatoes into small chunks. If you’re using cherry/grape tomatoes, slice in halfor quarters Put the tomatoes in a large bowl. Grate the garlic clove over the tomatoes or chop fine. Pour the olive oil over the tomatoes and sprinkle with the salt. Stir to combine – I like to smoosh the tomatoes down a bit to release some juice, and then add the basil. Add pepper if you like. Red pepper flakes are good! Add hot cooked pasta to the bowl and toss, then stir in cheese. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Proverbs 12:25

Keys Vineyard Church

Keys Vineyard Church

Keys Vineyard Church

Keys Vineyard Church

This week in our series, Shapes & Sizes, we look at the life of Barnabas, a man known as the “son of encouragement.” Through his relationships with Saul, the Gentile believers in Antioch, and the early church, we'll see what it looks like to recognize the grace of God in others and help people flourish in their calling.Join us as we explore how faithful followers of Jesus are called not only to receive grace, but to become people who rejoice in it, make room for it, and encourage it in others.

In this episode, Dr. Charles Stanley reveals ten qualities that make God our ultimate encourager. Be reminded of His faithfulness and how He lifts you up, even when you feel undeserving. Visit our website to discover new resources that will help you grow closer to Jesus every day. Connect with us on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok Follow In Touch Ministries: Facebook | Instagram | Podcast | YouTube

What if the most important decision you ever make isn't about your career, your goals, or your next move — but about who you let close enough to speak into your life? EPISODE OVERVIEW In this episode, BRI and PAC dig into the Dream Team chapter from PAC's book Magnum Opus: The Art of Becoming One of One — a deeply practical, architectural look at the five people every person needs in their corner to actually become who they're meant to be. This isn't a conversation about having friends. It's a conversation about building a board. And the difference between those two things might be exactly what's been missing. KEY THEMES EXPLORED Why hyper-individualism is a lie we've been sold — the best leaders are built in community, not in isolation Proximity breeds intimacy: why online mentors and thought leaders can't replace people who actually know you The five Dream Team archetypes: The Encourager, The Truth Teller, The Covenant Friend, The Specialist, and The Wise Sage What it really means to have a Covenant Friend — someone who doesn't love your potential, they love your person The difference between knowledge and wisdom — and why you need a Wise Sage who gives generously without needing credit Why you can predict someone's future by who has access into their life — and what that means for the relationships you're maintaining right now Dating apps, courage, and what in-person vulnerability has to do with the kind of person you're becoming   WHY IT MATTERS You can't become one of one in isolation. Every masterpiece is shaped by the hands that had access to it. The people you let into your life aren't just your support system — they are actively shaping your ceiling. This episode gives you the language and the framework to audit your circle, fill the gaps, and start showing up as the kind of person worth having on someone else's Dream Team. CLOSING INVITATION Your Dream Team isn't just a list — it's a mirror. Adrian and Bri don't just describe these archetypes. They name them, challenge you, and make you feel every gap. If this episode made you think about someone specific — reach out to them this week. That's the whole point. New episodes of the New Rules Podcast drop every Wednesday. Don't miss one. Pre-Order the Book This episode continues our journey through Magnum Opus: The Art of Becoming One of One. Pre-order the book here: http://magnumopusproject.co   If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs it. And in the meantime — keep writing new rules. More of a visual person?  You can WATCH today's episode on our Youtube Channel:  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@WriteNewRules   To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!   LinkedIn:  / adriancrawford-nrc  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writenewrules/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@writenewrules 00:00 - Intro 00:19 - The Giggles 01:06 - BRI Downloads Hinge 11:49 - Dream Team — Intro 13:02 - The Book: You Can Predict Someone's Future 15:24 - Online Mentors vs. People Who Know You 17:47 - Proximity Breeds Intimacy 23:10 - Why Trust Is Contagious 31:46 - Archetype 1: The Encourager 34:51 - Archetype 2: The Truth Teller 41:54 - Archetype 3: The Covenant Friend 46:09 - Archetype 4: The Specialist 52:21 - Archetype 5: The Wise Sage 57:04 - Honor, Wisdom & Harrison Ford 1:01:11 - Closing Thoughts

Ceci est un extrait de l'épisode 303 : comment gérer sa relation aux beaux-parents ? Quand on tombe amoureux et amoureuse, on pense choisir une personne et c'est tout. Mais en réalité, on choisit aussi une famille. Une histoire. Une culture. Des loyautés invisibles. Et parfois, des tensions qu'on n'avait pas anticipées.Parce que la relation avec les beaux-parents, on en parle peu.Et elle est assez taboue.Pourtant, Ivy Daure, psychologue et autrice du livre “Belles mères et beaux pères, trouver sa place” voit cette thématique arriver très vite en thérapie de couple.La belle famille peut soutenir, heureusement. Mais elle peut aussi fragiliser. Et elle peut même, parfois, faire exploser une relation. Pourquoi est-ce si sensible ? Parce que nos parents font partie de nos “intouchables”. Parce que devenir adulte ne veut pas dire cesser d'être enfant. Parce que quand le ou la conjoint•e ne pose pas de limites, le couple se retrouve exposé. Et parce qu'à l'arrivée d'un enfant, tout se rejoue : la transmission, la lignée, la place de chacun.Dans cet épisode, Ivy parle de loyauté, d'alliance, d'ambassadeur du couple, d'autonomisation sans rupture. Elle parle aussi de culture, de transmission, et de ce que ça change quand on construit une famille loin de la sienne.Alors comment protéger son couple sans couper ses racines ?Au programme :

https://youtu.be/-VkPX-_N9V0?si=_CUPOAwJg7AmJANK NEW SERIES – Simple theme – Make Every Day Matter. Stop living on autopilot. Start living with purpose. Series Outline May 10 Mother's Day: When You Feel Like You're Not Enough May 17 Running on Empty – Filled for a Purpose – serving from God's strength. May 24 Busy… but Not Building Anything – Jesus teaches us how to build a life that lasts. May 31 The Cost of Coasting – Grow Up. Go Out. – purpose moves outward into mission. 30 Day Purpose Plan We need a plan!  Scan to download. One simple step each day: Scripture, thought, action step, prayer. Three minutes a day. This series is not just something to hear. It is something to live. I have reached the end of my day and thought: I was busy all day, but what did I actually live for? I got things done: Answered messages Handled problems Made decisions Showed up Checked things off the list But underneath: Is this it? Is this what my life is supposed to be? Shows up: Driving home tired Scrolling and losing another hour Full calendar, empty heart Life looks fine outside, but inside you are not ok. This series – not just busyness… stress… bad habits…We are going after the deeper question: Why Am I Even Here? – Made for More We know this question. Wake up behind. Move through day reacting: Phone rings Text comes in Meeting gets added Bill is due Kid needs help Deadline moves closer Schedule changes Problem cannot wait How we describe this…“I'm just putting out fires.” Some fires have to be put out. If all we ever do is put out fires, we never build anything that lasts. If all we do is survive the week, we never ask: What kind of life am I actually building? Most of us are not rebellious. We are not shaking our fist at God. We are busy, tired, distracted, and unsure how to get from the life we have to the life we were made for. This Is a Widespread Problem 57% of Americans wonder at least monthly, “How can I find more meaning and purpose in my life?” More than 1 in 5 wonder that every day. (Lifeway Research) 89% of employees want purpose in their lives, but only 18% feel like work gives them the purpose they are looking for. (McKinsey) Only 59.2% of U.S. adults expected high-quality lives five years from now, the lowest level Gallup has measured in nearly two decades. CDC reports depression rose from 8.2% to 13.1% over about a 10-year span. Among adolescents ages 12-19, the rate was 19.2%. We are so focused on Achievement. Achievement is not bad. But achievement is not the same thing as purpose. Adults chasing achievement and unsure the future will be good. Young people looking at the same race and wondering if it is worth running. Maybe the problem is not that we need to achieve more. Maybe we have been chasing achievement without purpose. Deeper question: not “How do I get more done?” but “Why am I even here?” Why Am I Even Here? – Made for More That is why I named today's message Why Am I Even Here? But the answer is: You were made for more. If we want to know why something exists, ask the One who made it. Ephesians 2:10: For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. This verse answers: What was I made for? God's Purpose Timeline Present tense – “You are God's Handiwork Right now. Before you prove, perform, or produce. You are crafted by God. You are given – Giftings, strengths, personality, compassion, creativity, wisdom, encouragement, resilience, influence. God designed you! Everyone is a 10 at something. FIND THAT THING – It is your purpose. God put that thing in you. Past tense: Created in Christ Jesus. Not self-improvement. Not try harder. New creation. Already done. It is finished. God has already restored your purpose. Future: Good works prepared in advance. God created you and has designed your future. Before God created you, He created good work for you to do. Purpose is not: What do I want to do? What will I decide to do? Purpose is: What did God create me to do? Purpose is not invented. Purpose is discovered. When what God placed in you meets what God prepared for you, purpose comes alive. Past, present, future. 360-degree purpose in every direction. We should know what Jesus says about purpose. Matthew 6:33: But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6: Jesus talks about worry, food, drink, clothes, tomorrow. Stuff we chase, stress over, and think will secure us. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Kingdom is not empty religion: Not denominationalism Not rule-keeping Not sitting in a church building Trying to keep all the religious rules The kingdom is God's reign in real life. God's will and purpose as ruling the force in you: Love Hope Peace Plan Purpose When forgiveness beats bitterness – that is kingdom. When generosity beats greed – that is kingdom. When service beats selfishness – that is kingdom. When obedience beats excuses – that is kingdom. When love beats fear – that is kingdom. When you fulfill what God made you to do – that is kingdom. Seek first. Not leftovers. First. All these things will be given. Not earned. Given. Grace. World: Achieve first, then maybe you matter. Jesus: Seek first the kingdom, and let God take care of the rest. Jar, big rocks, small rocks. Small rocks first – big rocks do not fit. Big rocks first – small rocks settle around them. That is Matthew 6:33. Seek first. Big rock – Purpose Faith Parenting Marriage Health Calling Career aligned with purpose Small stones crowd out the big rocks: Achievement chasing Distractions Errands Notifications Noise Pressure Small demands Decide what the big rocks are. Place purposeful things first. So what do you do with this? 3 Steps Toward Purpose 1. Realize you have a purpose We dismiss ourselves too quickly: Not talented enough… Not spiritual Not experienced Not outgoing Too old Too young Too many mistakes Do not know enough Ephesians 2:10 does not say you are God's handiwork if you feel impressive. It says YOU ARE God's handiwork. Stop dismissing what God designed. You were not created to do someone else's good works. Everyone is a 10 at something. Find that thing and use it for God. 2. Notice your design Culture: You can be anything. You can achieve anything. Love the confidence, but not completely true. You were designed to be something specific and unique. LeBron: obvious basketball giftings – height, strength, coordination, durability. He could be anything he wants… not true! World champion horse jockey? That would be ignoring his design. Sometimes we ignore what God placed in us because we chase what looks impressive in someone else. Ask better questions. Want to find your purpose… as these questions. What comes naturally to me that helps others? What breaks my heart or moves me? What do people come to me for? What gives me joy when I do it? ?? Encourager, hospitable, organized, creative, good with kids, good with people, compassionate toward hurting people – that can be purpose. Purpose is using what God placed in you to bless who God placed around you. 3. Prioritize your purpose Purpose cannot stay a nice idea. It has to become first priority. Jesus said, Seek first. Not leftovers, someday, or after everything else. DO NOT JUST PRIORITIZE GETTING THINGS DONE – PRIORITIZE YOUR SPECIFIC PURPOSE Church: We need things done. We do not want to plug you into a hole because something needs doing. We want to help you find what God created you to do. Find Jesus. Follow Purpose. Go Change the World. You may work in an office to pay bills. That matters. But where are you finding and fulfilling your purpose? Life is easier, more enjoyable, and more fruitful when operating in strengths. Easier because you are no longer fighting your design. Tools can help: StrengthsFinder Personality assessments Spiritual gift assessments Prayer Conversation Serving Paying attention to joy People who know you 3. Prioritize your purpose Prioritize it. Make space. Talk about it. Pray about it. Try something. Take the next step. Imagine if we lived on purpose. Imagine if we were not the 57% wondering every month how to find meaning and purpose. Imagine if we could say: I know God made me. I know God placed gifts in me. I know God has good work for me to do. Imagine if we stopped chasing disappointing achievements and started walking in God-designed purpose. Imagine if families asked: What did God put in us, and how can we use it? Imagine if work became a place to carry kingdom purpose, not just pay bills. Church stops being something we attend. It becomes something God does through us. LIVE ON PURPOSE 1. Pray God, show me what You placed in me. What good works have You prepared? Where do You want me to take one step? 2. Start the 30-Day Purpose Plan Scan QR code. Download. Start today. Scripture, thought, action step, prayer. Three minutes a day. Space for what matters. 3. Start a Purpose Conversation Connection card: Purpose conversation. Online: leave a comment – Purpose conversation. We will follow up, pray with you, dream with you, and help you take a next step.

The Amazing Power of an Encourager by Bob Skelton https://www.amazon.com/Amazing-Power-Encourager-Tongue-Powerful/dp/B0DWVLPCNJ Encouragers make things happen, Discouragers watch things happen, The rest stand around wondering WHAT HAPPENED? All in all, this powerful book has the potential to touch every generation and people of all backgrounds. In fact, if someone reads this book and doesn’t have several “aha moments,” then there is definitely a problem because reading it opens up the fact that it is possible to positively change the world through encouragement. Little things can make a big difference!

Sermon Series: Invited: 2 Thessalonians Sermon Title: Identifying a Godly Encourager Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1 Date: 4.26.2026 Message by: Pastor David Adams

Heyyy there Encouragers! I hope you've loved journeying through the Achieve Series with us—because we've officially reached the FINAL episode!

Quand on tombe amoureux et amoureuse, on pense choisir une personne et c'est tout. Mais en réalité, on choisit aussi une famille. Une histoire. Une culture. Des loyautés invisibles. Et parfois, des tensions qu'on n'avait pas anticipées.Parce que la relation avec les beaux-parents, on en parle peu.Et elle est assez taboue.Pourtant, Ivy Daure, psychologue et autrice du livre “Belles mères et beaux pères, trouver sa place” voit cette thématique arriver très vite en thérapie de couple.La belle famille peut soutenir, heureusement. Mais elle peut aussi fragiliser. Et elle peut même, parfois, faire exploser une relation. Pourquoi est-ce si sensible ? Parce que nos parents font partie de nos “intouchables”. Parce que devenir adulte ne veut pas dire cesser d'être enfant. Parce que quand le ou la conjoint•e ne pose pas de limites, le couple se retrouve exposé. Et parce qu'à l'arrivée d'un enfant, tout se rejoue : la transmission, la lignée, la place de chacun.Dans cet épisode, Ivy parle de loyauté, d'alliance, d'ambassadeur du couple, d'autonomisation sans rupture. Elle parle aussi de culture, de transmission, et de ce que ça change quand on construit une famille loin de la sienne.Alors comment protéger son couple sans couper ses racines ?Au programme :

Never doubt God's mighty power to work in you to accomplish the dreams you have. Seek His best for you, as the passion to do what pleases Him will become your greatest desire. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you. Listen intently. Seek and find the wisdom that comes from our heavenly Father. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this podcast, please consider supporting us. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser

Do you ever doubt your purpose in life, especially when facing different or difficult seasons? And what do you do to help you live fully in God's presence? Today I‘m delighted to be speaking to, Peg Arnold—a Christian speaker and author and encourager—and self-confessed drama queen—who speaks to the many different seasons women walk through: joy, loss, struggle, and waiting. Some gems from our conversation and for your encouragement: I like to say I'm never retired, just repurposed. When facing the unknown, God spoke to me: "What makes you think that I don't have everything prepared for you in the days and years ahead?" When disappointed with circumstances, it helps me to have friends who remind me that God may have a different perspective than I am seeing right now. We have a choice to stay stuck in our anger and bitterness or choose instead to trust that God knows what he's doing and will bring good from whatever it is.  When your heart is broken it's a lonely place to be but it doesn't mean that God is not there with you and your broken heart.  Go to the Psalms and weave your painful story into David's lament. God is not afraid of our pain.  My legacy is to share with others that God loves them, delights in them, and has a purpose for their lives. Two of her books are Devotions for the Distracted Heart and Making Your Message Memorable and can be found on Amazon or her website: PegArnold.org. She's walked through loss and change and through each season found God and his Word to be her constant source of identity and joy. Be sure to access her free prayer guide here: Make Your Prayers Meaningful  https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/752930/109370258823840924/share       ~~ I have a new book! Check it out HERE MOST DAYS, LIFE ISN'T PERFECT I wrote this book for everyone who has felt the pain of being alone because I have felt its sting even surrounded by wonderful people. We're created for relationship, with God and with one another—not because life becomes perfect when we have both God and community. That's not the point. No, it's because most days, life isn't perfect. And remembering we are loved and not alone is what gets us through those days. READ MORE HERE   

Rencontre avec Elsa Tannous de l'organisme DigiWomen, en marge d'un panel organisé le 10 mars au CRIM organisé par l'Association québécoise des informaticiennes et informaticiens indépendants (AQIII) et Digiwomen. Le panel réunira des professionnelles du secteur afin de discuter concrètement des défis et des parcours des femmes dans le numérique.

Kankelfritz & Friends chat about how to handle when insecurities from the past surface. Also, discussion on an amazing example of an encourager and how to be one.

Welcome back, Encouragers, to the Be Encouraged Podcast!I'm so grateful you're here for Season 4: The Achieve Series.

Launching a ministry or nonprofit — and feeling terrified about fundraising? In this conversation, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com sits down with fundraising strategist David Baker of Giving Design to discuss what truly drives generosity and how to build a strong sustainable funding foundation from day one. This is your Fundraising 101 to gain the mindset behind successful donor development! Find out what motivates giving, the role of story in casting vision and sharing impact, and the biggest fundraising mistake most churches and nonprofits make.  Whether you're launching a brand-new ministry, growing a nonprofit organization, or rethinking your fundraising strategies, this episode will help you build a vision-driven approach that creates lasting impact. This episode is part of the ongoing conversations around faith, media, and culture from Phil Cooke, CEO and founder of Cooke Media Group, and co-founder of The Influence Lab — helping train Christians around the world to share their faith more effectively through media.

Welcome back to the Be Encouraged! Podcast! - ENCOURAGERS!

Compter sur ses doigts est souvent perçu comme une habitude enfantine dont il faudrait se défaire rapidement. Pourtant, cette stratégie intuitive joue un rôle fondamental dans l'apprentissage des mathématiques. Une étude récente menée par Jennifer Way et Katherine Cartwright, chercheuses à l'University of Sydney, montre que l'usage des doigts constitue un véritable atout pour le développement du sens du nombre, en particulier chez les enfants de moins de sept ans.Dès les premières années de vie, les enfants apprennent à associer des quantités à des symboles. Or, les chiffres sont abstraits : le « 5 » écrit ne ressemble en rien à cinq objets réels. Les doigts, eux, offrent une représentation concrète et immédiatement disponible. Lorsque l'enfant lève trois doigts, il ne voit pas seulement un symbole, il perçoit physiquement la quantité. Cette correspondance directe aide à construire des bases solides pour comprendre ce que représentent réellement les nombres.L'étude montre que les enfants qui utilisent régulièrement leurs doigts développent souvent une meilleure précision dans les petites additions et soustractions. Les doigts servent alors de support temporaire, une sorte de « mémoire externe » qui allège la charge cognitive. Au lieu de tout garder en tête, l'enfant peut s'appuyer sur ses mains pour visualiser les opérations, ce qui libère des ressources mentales pour réfléchir au raisonnement.Un autre avantage important est le lien entre mouvement et cognition. Le cerveau humain est fortement influencé par les actions du corps. Bouger ses doigts pendant qu'on compte active simultanément des zones impliquées dans la motricité et dans le traitement des nombres. Cette double activation renforce les connexions neuronales associées au calcul et favorise une compréhension plus profonde.Contrairement à une idée répandue, compter sur ses doigts ne retarde pas l'accès au calcul mental. Au contraire, il constitue une étape naturelle vers l'abstraction. Avec le temps et l'entraînement, l'enfant n'a plus besoin de lever physiquement les doigts, mais il conserve une représentation mentale interne des quantités, héritée de cette expérience concrète.Les chercheuses soulignent cependant que cette méthode est surtout bénéfique avant l'âge de sept ans. Passé ce stade, l'objectif n'est pas d'interdire les doigts, mais d'accompagner progressivement l'enfant vers des stratégies plus mentales, en respectant son rythme.Encourager un enfant à compter sur ses doigts, ce n'est donc pas encourager une « facilité », mais soutenir un mécanisme naturel d'apprentissage. Les doigts sont les premiers outils mathématiques de l'être humain. Les accepter comme tels, c'est offrir aux enfants une base solide pour construire, plus tard, des compétences numériques durables et confiantes. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

On today's bonus episode, licensed therapist and coach Heidi Mortensen shares her dramatic spiritual turnaround—from a lukewarm faith to full surrender—how the Holy Spirit made Scripture come alive, and how that transformation reshaped her marriage, business, and clinical work. Heidi explains blending therapy, coaching, and a prophetic sensitivity, discusses biblical deliverance, dreams, and discernment, and talks about her book "The Brave Encourager" and her podcast "Strong Tower Mental Health." For more on Heidi, visit: https://www.heidimortensonlmft.com   Podcast - Strong Tower Mental Health https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-tower-mental-health-podcast/id1584417090   Book - The Brave Encourager https://a.co/d/6nQWGAF For more information on Rebecca Maxwell and her practice, visit Jesusandyourmentalhealth.com

When was the last time you really let yourself DREAM? Like, gave yourself full permission to get wild and audacious about your future?If you're like me, you might think you're a big dreamer—but you're actually thinking smaller than you're capable of.  In this solo episode, I'm getting nerdy about the relationship between dreaming big, hope, and your future self. And here's the surprising discovery: hope isn't an emotion—it's a learnable skill. What you'll learn: Why hope is a state of mind, not an emotion (and why that matters for goal-setting) How hopeful people are better problem-solvers with more cognitive flexibility The concept of "utopian performances"—how imagining your future changes your present Why dreaming big might feel arrogant or dangerous (but your utopia always includes community) The 5-year dreaming activity that challenged me to think bigger Here's what the research shows: Hopeful people are more motivated, better at problem-solving, and have brains that can imagine multiple possible futures. The coolest part? Hope is trainable. I geek out a bit on performance studies (my research area!) and talk about how theater creates spaces where people rehearse living different futures. Brazilian theater practitioner Augusto Boal used "Theater of the Oppressed" to help people literally rehearse for revolution. The Big Question: Are you holding back on a goal because it seems too scary? Does naming it out loud feel too hopeful—like you're setting yourself up for disappointment? Your Challenge: Before you set your next goal, check your state of mind. Are you feeling hopeful? If not, cultivate a hopeful mind first—one that's motivated, good at problem-solving, and able to imagine your ideal future self. By just dreaming, you'll find yourself acting differently in the present. Your future self will come together faster than you ever thought possible. Mentioned in this episode: Mitch Matthews (Dream Think Do & Encouraging the Encouragers podcasts) Brené Brown's "Atlas of the Heart" Jill Dolan's "Utopia in Performance" Augusto Boal's "Theater of the Oppressed" Resources: Sense the Possibilities Planner & Journal (20+ worksheets to help you connect with yourself before setting goals) Plan Goal Plan 2026 Weekly Planner Quarterly Plan Goal Plan Your Year Retreats (dates at plangoalplan.com/retreats) Connect with me: Email: support@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com LinkedIn: (I post most here!) www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-

We all face moments when discouragement creeps in — when our hearts feel heavy and hope seems distant. Whether it’s physical pain, emotional weariness, or the quiet ache of unmet expectations, we all need encouragement. In this heartfelt reflection, Keri Eichberger shares how, in the middle of her own discouragement, God sent comfort in an unexpected way — through a conversation with a friend who needed encouragement herself. Proverbs 12:25 reminds us that “Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.” A single word of kindness has the power to lift not just another person’s spirit, but our own. God designed encouragement to work both ways — when we bless others, we, too, are blessed. When we cheer someone else up, we often find our own hearts restored in the process. If you’re in need of encouragement today, start by turning to the ultimate Encourager — the Lord, who sees you, loves you, and hears your cries. Then, look for opportunities to lift someone else. A kind word, a thoughtful text, or a prayer for another can become the very means through which God refreshes your spirit. Encouragement flows both ways: we receive it when we give it. That’s the beautiful cycle of God’s grace at work through His people. Today's Bible Reading:“Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.” – Proverbs 12:25

Join the Theology in the Raw community on Patreon for as little as $5/month to get access to premium content. Dave Coles was a pastor for 10 years in the US before he served in Indonesia for 24 years. He is now an Encourager and Resourcer of Church Planting Movements, primarily through writing and editing. Dave is the author of many books, including his recently released: God on the Move: Making Disciples Among the Nations.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.