Podcast appearances and mentions of Francesca Battistelli

Happy nuclear war! Today, we are honored to have fiery Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) on the show to discuss how to stop World War 3 with Iran and Israel! Additionally, she discusses the recent ICE raids and the disastrous consequences of Denver being a sanctuary city. Following, we bring on local comedian Rudy Ventura in studio to talk about his (unintentionally) hilarious "Kill Tony" appearance. Finally, we discuss producer Jimmy's Caitlin Clark song at city council and break down the Barbie fight in the WNBA with Sophie Cunningham. Don't miss this episode of “Prime Time with Alex Stein”! Today's Sponsors:  Share the Arrows Share the Arrows, one of the most powerful women's events of the year, is happening on October 11 in Dallas, Texas, hosted by BlazeTV's Allie Beth Stuckey. With inspiring speakers like Jinger Duggar Vuolo and Alisa Childers and Francesca Battistelli leading worship, it's a day of encouragement, biblical truth, and powerful conversations. Get tickets and details at https://sharethearrows.com — VIP options are available! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPONSOR: Share the Arrows - a live event with Blaze Media’s own Allie Beth Stuckey in Allen, Texas on October, 11th. It’s not just an event—it’s a powerful, faith-filled experience where women come together to be encouraged, equipped, and reminded of their purpose as wives, moms, and daughters of God. This year’s lineup is fantastic: Jinger Duggar Vuolo, Alisa Childers, Shawna Holman, Taylor Dukes, Katy Faust, and worship by the amazing Francesca Battistelli. It’s going to be a powerful weekend your wife won't want to miss. Tickets will go fast, so don’t wait, go to https://www.ShareTheArrows.com to grab your tickets now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SPONSOR: Share the Arrows - a live event with Blaze Media’s own Allie Beth Stuckey in Allen, Texas on October, 11th. It’s not just an event—it’s a powerful, faith-filled experience where women come together to be encouraged, equipped, and reminded of their purpose as wives, moms, and daughters of God. This year’s lineup is fantastic: Jinger Duggar Vuolo, Alisa Childers, Shawna Holman, Taylor Dukes, Katy Faust, and worship by the amazing Francesca Battistelli. It’s going to be a powerful weekend your wife won't want to miss. Tickets will go fast, so don’t wait, go to https://www.ShareTheArrows.com to grab your tickets nowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

About The After Party of the Empty NestThe empty nest can be one of the toughest parts of parenting. It's a holy, hard giving-back, a sacred release of our children into God's care and their next chapter. But you, too, have a new chapter, and you can find peace as you transition from mom to empty nest mom and rediscover that mom is not your only name.Have you asked yourself:• Who am I now?• What is my purpose now that my children are gone?• What gifts and talents do I have to offer?• What should my priorities be?• How do I become something more than “Mom?”You're not alone, mama. Among the tears and apprehension of this brand-new season or the joy and celebration that you finally have your house back, you can find a new purpose as one mothering era ends and another begins. You'll discover your life is more than carpooling, laundry, and cries of “Where are my shoes?” And you'll find freedom to act on the dreams you deferred while handling the responsibilities of raising your children.There is a second act, a future with your name on it, different from your children's but filled with hope and surprises you cannot begin to imagine…if you plan for it, believe in it, and, with the Lord's help, walk fearlessly into it.You are cordially invited to the After Party…because Mom is not your only name.Purchase a copy of The After Party of the Empty Nest here.Connect with Kate Battistelliwebsite | Facebook | Instagram | XKate Battistelli is the author of The After Party of the Empty Nest: Mom is Not Your Only Name, the bestseller, The God Dare: Will You Choose to Believe the Impossible, and Growing Great Kids: Partner with God to Cultivate His Purpose in Your Child's Life. She is a contributing writer to the (in)courage Bible for Women and The Spirit-Led Woman's Bible, and her writing has appeared in Guideposts, The Joyful Life magazine, The Better Mom, Mici magazine, and more. She is one-third of the popular Mom to Mom Podcast. In addition, she is an honoree with She LeadsTennessee.As a young actress in New York City, Kate had a life-changing experience, going from understudy to starring as Anna in the Broadway National Tour of The King and I opposite Yul Brynner for more than 1,000 performances. Kate and her husband laid down their careers in the Broadway theatre in answer to their first “God Dare,” moving out of New York City and into a life of homeschooling and home business. She lives in Franklin, TN, near her daughter, contemporary Christian recording artist Francesca Battistelli, and seven precious grandchildren. Kate serves women by encouraging them to step out of their safe space and into His irresistible future.If you are enjoying the show, I have a quick favor to ask! If you haven't yet hit the subscribe button and left a rating and a review on iTunes, please take a moment and do so! I love reading your reviews and it keeps the algorithms happy so new listeners can find the podcast as well!

On today's show, we chat with Phil King!Phil is based in Amarillo, Texas, but his impact as a songwriter and worship leader is felt throughout the industry. His songs have been recorded by Matt Redman, Leeland and Micah Tyler, among others, and he released the duet "Psalm 23 (I Am Not Alone)" with Meredith Andrews in 2023. Another career highlight for Phil was his participation in Focus on the Family's 2019 pro-life event “Alive From New York.” He and Francesca Battistelli performed his song “Not Forgotten” before 20,000 people in Times Square.He has sung and played on records and live events for artists that include Michael W. Smith, Jekalyn Carr, Danny Gokey, Charity Gayle, Lauren Daigle, Meredith Andrews, Francesca Battistelli, Jamie Grace, Lindell Cooley, and others. His songwriting credits include Leeland, Matt Redman, Mack Brock, Micah Tyler, Christine D'Clario, Rita Springer, and more. But most of all, Phil's favorite thing is to be available to lead worship alongside the men and women of God who carry the Gospel to the furthermost regions of the earth.His song, Miscarriages, is out now.  Miscarriages” can help others who are grieving such a loss. Miscarriage is so common, and the pain is not acknowledged enough, both in the Church and society.

Join Charlotte and Kate Battistelli, speaker, author, podcaster, and mother to Christian singer Francesca Battistelli as they discuss the second act of the empty nest. Listen in and learn from Kate who's also a grandmother to seven grandchildren. She's also been a young actress in New York City in the early 80's and toured with Yul Brynner with the production of The King and I. Kate and her husband, Mike, live in Franklin, Tennessee. She has much wisdom to share.In her new book, The After Party of the Empty Nest, Kate reminds us that “Mom” is not our only name. This new season is a time to rediscover many hopes and dreams as well as the freedom to act on dreams deferred while raising children.As you transition from mom to empty nest mom, take some time to ask yourself:Who am I now?What is my purpose now that my children are gone?What gifts and talents do I have to offer?What should my priorities be?How do I become something more than mom?This second act of life offers a bright future, different from yourchildren's but filled with hope and surprises! With the Lord's help, you can walk fearlessly into it.To reach Kate:https://katebattistelli.comTo reach Charlotte: https://charlotteguest.com

A Spirit-led community is built on radical generosity, honest relationships, and a love for Jesus that's bigger than our differences.Invite and share this message with your family and friends and bless them with this great message. If you're new to Cornerstone and this is your first time watching us, we'd love to say “hello!” Just click on this url http://cornerstonesf.org/welcome to fill out our Welcome Card and one of our community members will follow up with you. Also if you are in need of prayer, don't hesitate to put in a prayer request at http://cornerstonesf.org/prayer----Song Credits:We Are The Kingdom - Francesca BattistelliCasey Brown, Jonathan Smith and Francesca Battistelli© 2013 Word Music, LLC | Not Just Another Song Publishing | So Essential Tunes | Francesca MusicAll music performed by the CornerstoneSF Worship Band under CCLI license No. 48786, CCS No. 8434 #cornerstonesf #liveitoutsf #Empowered

SPONSOR: Share the Arrows - a live event with Blaze Media’s own Allie Beth Stuckey in Allen, Texas on October, 11th. It’s not just an event—it’s a powerful, faith-filled experience where women come together to be encouraged, equipped, and reminded of their purpose as wives, moms, and daughters of God. This year’s lineup is fantastic: Jinger Duggar Vuolo, Alisa Childers, Shawna Holman, Taylor Dukes, Katy Faust, and worship by the amazing Francesca Battistelli. It’s going to be a powerful weekend your wife won't want to miss. Tickets will go fast, so don’t wait, go to https://www.ShareTheArrows.com to grab your tickets now. SPONSOR: - BlazeTV - In a world full of noise, we need a stronghold for bold voices, free thinkers, and fearless commentary that helps make sense of the chaos. At BlazeTV, we’ve built a home for some of the strongest, smartest voices in conservative media—people who tell it like it is, ask the tough questions the mainstream won’t touch, and aren’t afraid to challenge the narrative. When you subscribe to BlazeTV, you’re not just watching content—you’re supporting a movement. You’re backing creators who think for themselves, speak boldly, and refuse to be silenced by Big Tech or corporate media. You’re supporting investigative journalism that exposes corruption and original documentaries that shine a light on the deep state. So, if you’re ready to keep winning, shop your values and make sure we don’t lose the ground we’ve gained — go to https://www.BlazeTV.com/RICK and subscribe today, and you’ll save 20 bucks right now off our annual plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SPONSOR: Share the Arrows - a live event with Blaze Media’s own Allie Beth Stuckey in Allen, Texas on October, 11th. It’s not just an event—it’s a powerful, faith-filled experience where women come together to be encouraged, equipped, and reminded of their purpose as wives, moms, and daughters of God. This year’s lineup is fantastic: Jinger Duggar Vuolo, Alisa Childers, Shawna Holman, Taylor Dukes, Katy Faust, and worship by the amazing Francesca Battistelli. It’s going to be a powerful weekend your wife won't want to miss. Tickets will go fast, so don’t wait, go to https://www.ShareTheArrows.com to grab your tickets now. SPONSOR: - BlazeTV - In a world full of noise, we need a stronghold for bold voices, free thinkers, and fearless commentary that helps make sense of the chaos. At BlazeTV, we’ve built a home for some of the strongest, smartest voices in conservative media—people who tell it like it is, ask the tough questions the mainstream won’t touch, and aren’t afraid to challenge the narrative. When you subscribe to BlazeTV, you’re not just watching content—you’re supporting a movement. You’re backing creators who think for themselves, speak boldly, and refuse to be silenced by Big Tech or corporate media. You’re supporting investigative journalism that exposes corruption and original documentaries that shine a light on the deep state. So, if you’re ready to keep winning, shop your values and make sure we don’t lose the ground we’ve gained — go to https://www.BlazeTV.com/RICK and subscribe today, and you’ll save 20 bucks right now off our annual plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SPONSOR: Share the Arrows - a live event with Blaze Media’s own Allie Beth Stuckey in Allen, Texas on October, 11th. It’s not just an event—it’s a powerful, faith-filled experience where women come together to be encouraged, equipped, and reminded of their purpose as wives, moms, and daughters of God. This year’s lineup is fantastic: Jinger Duggar Vuolo, Alisa Childers, Shawna Holman, Taylor Dukes, Katy Faust, and worship by the amazing Francesca Battistelli. It’s going to be a powerful weekend your wife won't want to miss. Tickets will go fast, so don’t wait, go to https://www.ShareTheArrows.com to grab your tickets now. SPONSOR: - BlazeTV - In a world full of noise, we need a stronghold for bold voices, free thinkers, and fearless commentary that helps make sense of the chaos. At BlazeTV, we’ve built a home for some of the strongest, smartest voices in conservative media—people who tell it like it is, ask the tough questions the mainstream won’t touch, and aren’t afraid to challenge the narrative. When you subscribe to BlazeTV, you’re not just watching content—you’re supporting a movement. You’re backing creators who think for themselves, speak boldly, and refuse to be silenced by Big Tech or corporate media. You’re supporting investigative journalism that exposes corruption and original documentaries that shine a light on the deep state. So, if you’re ready to keep winning, shop your values and make sure we don’t lose the ground we’ve gained — go to https://www.BlazeTV.com/RICK and subscribe today, and you’ll save 20 bucks right now off our annual plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SPONSOR: Share the Arrows - a live event with Blaze Media’s own Allie Beth Stuckey in Allen, Texas on October, 11th. It’s not just an event—it’s a powerful, faith-filled experience where women come together to be encouraged, equipped, and reminded of their purpose as wives, moms, and daughters of God. This year’s lineup is fantastic: Jinger Duggar Vuolo, Alisa Childers, Shawna Holman, Taylor Dukes, Katy Faust, and worship by the amazing Francesca Battistelli. It’s going to be a powerful weekend your wife won't want to miss. Tickets will go fast, so don’t wait, go to https://www.ShareTheArrows.com to grab your tickets now. SPONSOR: - BlazeTV - In a world full of noise, we need a stronghold for bold voices, free thinkers, and fearless commentary that helps make sense of the chaos. At BlazeTV, we’ve built a home for some of the strongest, smartest voices in conservative media—people who tell it like it is, ask the tough questions the mainstream won’t touch, and aren’t afraid to challenge the narrative. When you subscribe to BlazeTV, you’re not just watching content—you’re supporting a movement. You’re backing creators who think for themselves, speak boldly, and refuse to be silenced by Big Tech or corporate media. You’re supporting investigative journalism that exposes corruption and original documentaries that shine a light on the deep state. So, if you’re ready to keep winning, shop your values and make sure we don’t lose the ground we’ve gained — go to https://www.BlazeTV.com/RICK and subscribe today, and you’ll save 20 bucks right now off our annual plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, I am chatting with my friend, Kate Battistelli, author of The After Party of the Empty Nest. Kate shares her inspiring journey of faith, obedience, and the unexpected joys that come in the later seasons of life. With a background in Broadway and a career in the arts, Kate's life was turned upside down when God called her to lay down her dreams and step into a new season of family and ministry.After navigating personal challenges, including having an abortion at 18 and an unexpected season of infertility, Kate found a renewed sense of purpose. Now, in her book, The After Party of the Empty Nest, Kate helps guide women through the emotional journey of the empty nest and what it means to rediscover purpose in this next season.Key Takeaways: 1. Obedience Over Comfort – Kate shares her journey of surrendering her career in the arts to pursue a calling from God. When you listen for His voice and obey, God honors that obedience, leading you into new seasons of blessing and purpose. 2. Embrace the Empty Nest – The empty nest doesn't have to feel like the end of your purpose. Instead, it can be the beginning of a new chapter, filled with opportunities for growth, travel, hobbies, and connection. 3. The Power of Gratitude – Whether you're facing infertility, anxiety, or relationship struggles, learning to be grateful in the midst of hardship allows you to see God's purpose and blessings, even in the toughest moments.Kate's story is a powerful reminder that even in the most unexpected seasons of life, God's plan for us is full of purpose and promise. She demonstrates how God can take our most difficult moments and turn them into a foundation for new beginnings. Her story encourages us to listen for God's voice, trust in His timing, and step into the fullness of what He has for us in every season. If you're in a transition or looking for guidance in your next chapter, Kate's message is a beacon of hope and inspiration. Remember, the best is yet to come.Bio:Kate Battistelli is the author of The After Party of the Empty Nest: Mom is Not Your Only Name, the bestseller, The God Dare: Will You Choose to Believe the Impossible, and Growing Great Kids: Partner with God to Cultivate His Purpose in Your Child's Life. She is a contributing writer to the (in)courage Bible for Women and The Spirit-Led Woman's Bible, and her writing has appeared in Guideposts, The Joyful Life magazine, The Better Mom, Mici magazine, and more. She is one-third of the popular Mom to Mom Podcast. In addition, she is an honoree with She Leads Tennessee. As a young actress in New York City, Kate had a life-changing experience, going from understudy to starring as Anna in the Broadway National Tour of The King and I opposite Yul Brynner for more than 1,000 performances. Kate and her husband laid down their careers in the Broadway theatre in answer to their first “God Dare,” moving out of New York City and into a life of homeschooling and home business. She lives in Franklin, TN near her daughter, contemporary Christian recording artist Francesca Battistelli, and seven precious grandchildren. Kate serves women by encouraging them to step out of their safe space and into His irresistible future.Anchor Verses:Psalm 16:5-8Connect with Kate:Website: https://katebattistelli.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/katebattistelli/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/katebattistelliGet the introduction and first chapter of her book by texting “AFTERPARTY” to 44144!***We love hearing from you! Your reviews help our podcast community and keep these important conversations going. If this episode inspired you, challenged you, or gave you a fresh perspective, we'd be so grateful if you'd take a moment to leave a review. Just head to Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen and share your thoughts—it's a simple way to make a big impact!***

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 576 - Phil King - Miscarriages PHIL KING OFFERS HOPE AMIDST LOSS WITH POIGNANT    ‘MISCARRIAGES' NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Unveiling one of his most emotive and powerful singles yet, acclaimed singer/songwriter and worship leader Phil King bows “Miscarriages” today. Written and produced by King with children's choir and string arrangements by Tyler Michael Smith, “Miscarriages” aims to bring comfort to grieving parents while serving as an important reminder that earthly loss is only temporal.    King, a father of twins, was moved to pen the poignant ballad upon witnessing multiple families in his own circle experience the heartbreak of miscarriage. “After grieving with some good friends who lost a child in the womb, we learned that another couple was pregnant with twins," he explains. "We were overjoyed to celebrate with them, but then my wife received a call with more devastating news—they had lost their ‘Baby B,' a reference to the second child conceived in a twin pregnancy. In our journey of becoming twin parents, ‘Baby B' would have been our son. Hearing this news and imagining the pain of losing our own son is what set me on course to compose ‘Miscarriages.'”   “After I wrote the song, I sent it to both couples with the intent of bringing comfort to them,” King shares. “Along with their reactions, and after playing it for a few others, I decided that with all the other millions of stories of miscarriages out there and so few songs on the subject, this one needed to be available for anyone to hear.”     He adds, “In Heaven, families are reunited every day. My hope is that ‘Miscarriages' reassures parents with the truth that their baby is not actually lost. Rather, their child is safe in Heaven with Jesus, waiting for them on the other side of eternity. I hope this knowledge will prevail in the hearts and minds of people who have struggled with the grief of miscarriage as they listen.”     A pro-life advocate, King performed his anthem “Not Forgotten” with GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter Francesca Battistelli before 20,000 people at Focus on the Family's 2019 “Alive From New York” gathering. Featuring 4D ultrasound footage projected on screens in Times Square, the event underscored the undeniable scientific evidence that a baby in the womb is fully human, fully alive and fully worthy of protection.    “Miscarriages” is King's second single of the year, arriving on the heels of “Heal Our Land.” A fervent prayer for America which released prior to last month's Presidential Inauguration, the song is a plea for peace, spiritual transformation and personal revival in the wake of change, tension and new beginnings.    ABOUT PHIL KING  Singer/songwriter, recording artist and worship leader Phil King is passionate about composing and sharing music that points people to Jesus. His acclaimed songs include the multilingual anthem “So Worthy,” which has been embraced by audiences around the world, as well as "Psalm 23 (I Am Not Alone)," a duet with Dove Award-winning worship leader Meredith Andrews. King has also written and co-penned songs for such artists as Matt Redman, Leeland, Micah Tyler, Christine D'Clario and Rita Springer, and he has been featured on recordings and at live events with Lauren Daigle, Michael W. Smith, Jekalyn Carr and Danny Gokey, among others. Formerly a worship leader at Christ for the Nations and a worship pastor at Dallas' Gateway Church, King currently serves as a worship pastor at Trinity Fellowship Church in Amarillo, Texas. He and his wife Kalyn are the parents of a twin son and daughter.    For further information, visit philkingmusic.com or turningpointpr.com. Follow King on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.          ----more----     Don't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp. Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase. Blessings, Rick Lee James Email: Rick@RickLeeJames.com Don't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp. Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase. Blessings, Rick Lee James   Email: Rick@RickLeeJames.com Blessings, Rick Lee James     Get the new song - Whatever You Do       VINYL SALE THUNDER by Rick Lee James ONLY $9.99. (Plus you get a free digital download of the album)   VINYL SALE - “KEEP WATCH, DEAR LORD” BY RICK LEE JAMES

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 576 - Phil King - MiscarriagesPHIL KING OFFERS HOPE AMIDST LOSSWITH POIGNANT‘MISCARRIAGES'NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Unveiling one of his most emotive and powerful singles yet, acclaimed singer/songwriter and worship leader Phil King bows “Miscarriages” today. Written and produced by King with children's choir and string arrangements by Tyler Michael Smith, “Miscarriages” aims to bring comfort to grieving parents while serving as an important reminder that earthly loss is only temporal.King, a father of twins, was moved to pen the poignant ballad upon witnessing multiple families in his own circle experience the heartbreak of miscarriage. “After grieving with some good friends who lost a child in the womb, we learned that another couple was pregnant with twins," he explains. "We were overjoyed to celebrate with them, but then my wife received a call with more devastating news—they had lost their ‘Baby B,' a reference to the second child conceived in a twin pregnancy. In our journey of becoming twin parents, ‘Baby B' would have been our son. Hearing this news and imagining the pain of losing our own son is what set me on course to compose ‘Miscarriages.'”“After I wrote the song, I sent it to both couples with the intent of bringing comfort to them,” King shares. “Along with their reactions, and after playing it for a few others, I decided that with all the other millions of stories of miscarriages out there and so few songs on the subject, this one needed to be available for anyone to hear.”He adds, “In Heaven, families are reunited every day. My hope is that ‘Miscarriages' reassures parents with the truth that their baby is not actually lost. Rather, their child is safe in Heaven with Jesus, waiting for them on the other side of eternity. I hope this knowledge will prevail in the hearts and minds of people who have struggled with the grief of miscarriage as they listen.”A pro-life advocate, King performed his anthem “Not Forgotten” with GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter Francesca Battistelli before 20,000 people at Focus on the Family's 2019 “Alive From New York” gathering. Featuring 4D ultrasound footage projected on screens in Times Square, the event underscored the undeniable scientific evidence that a baby in the womb is fully human, fully alive and fully worthy of protection.“Miscarriages” is King's second single of the year, arriving on the heels of “Heal Our Land.” A fervent prayer for America which released prior to last month's Presidential Inauguration, the song is a plea for peace, spiritual transformation and personal revival in the wake of change, tension and new beginnings.ABOUT PHIL KINGSinger/songwriter, recording artist and worship leader Phil King is passionate about composing and sharing music that points people to Jesus. His acclaimed songs include the multilingual anthem “So Worthy,” which has been embraced by audiences around the world, as well as "Psalm 23 (I Am Not Alone)," a duet with Dove Award-winning worship leader Meredith Andrews. King has also written and co-penned songs for such artists as Matt Redman, Leeland, Micah Tyler, Christine D'Clario and Rita Springer, and he has been featured on recordings and at live events with Lauren Daigle, Michael W. Smith, Jekalyn Carr and Danny Gokey, among others. Formerly a worship leader at Christ for the Nations and a worship pastor at Dallas' Gateway Church, King currently serves as a worship pastor at Trinity Fellowship Church in Amarillo, Texas. He and his wife Kalyn are the parents of a twin son and daughter.For further information, visit philkingmusic.com or turningpointpr.com. Follow King on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.----more----Don't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp.Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase.Blessings,Rick Lee JamesEmail: Rick@RickLeeJames.comDon't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp.Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase.Blessings,Rick Lee JamesEmail: Rick@RickLeeJames.comBlessings,Rick Lee JamesGet the new song - Whatever You DoVINYL SALETHUNDER by Rick Lee JamesONLY $9.99. (Plus you get a free digital download of the album)VINYL SALE -“KEEP WATCH, DEAR LORD” BY RICK LEE JAMES

Aan de slag! Vul je naam in op de puntjes: ‘Gegroet …, jij bent begenadigd, de Heer is met je!'En luister het lied: Be Born In Me (Mary) van Francesca Battistelli. Deze overdenking is geschreven door schrijfster Linda Aalbers.

It's our Christmas episode with Allison Eide! Growing up, Allison always dreamed of performing at her church carols event, she'd even picked out the song. But when she was finally asked and the moment came to go up on stage, she was stricken by fear and anxiety. Through this experience, God spoke to her in a profound way.To get in touch with host Aiden Grant, email aideng@hotmail.com or head to Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr. Austin Lake sits down with Francesca Battistelli and her husband/manager, Matt Goodwin, to dive into an inspiring conversation about faith, family, and living a God-honoring life. Together, they explore the challenges and blessings of homeschooling, raising godly children in today's world, and embracing traditional family roles. Francesca and Matt also share their passion for homesteading and how they've woven biblical values into every aspect of their lifestyle. Whether you're seeking encouragement in parenting, curious about homesteading, or looking for ways to strengthen your family's foundation in Christ, this episode is packed with wisdom, authenticity, and actionable takeaways. Don't miss it! Francesca Battistelli links Facebook Instagram To join the waitlist for Dr Lake's new biblical health community for women, please click here to join

Brian Connelly is a worship leader, singer, songwriter, and touring guitarist with Francesca Battistelli and Matthew West. He also leads the music ministry for the 5pm Mass at St. Philip. In anticipation of his concert at St. Philip, we follow up with Brian about his upcoming album release, June 28.

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Sonic Truth Podcast!

Matt Iceman is currently the touring drummer and band leader with Grammy nominated country artist David Nail. He has toured/performed/recorded in the past with artists such as Eric Paslay, Francesca Battistelli, Shelly Fairchild, Lizzy McAvoy, Timothy Paul, T.J. Hitt and Tom Schreck, and bands such as BlackJack Billy, Spyderwulf, The Chris Weaver Band, and Liquid Earth. In this episode, Matt talks about:    What he's been up to since we last spoke in 2015    New responsibilities as band leader for his gig with David Nail    Building a clientele for home studio recording    Home recording techniques    Hanging out with Shannon Forrest and lessons learned    Seeking out lessons and new ways to grow

Brent sits down with hit songwriter & producer, Jeff Pardo (Lady A, Mandisa, Francesca Battistelli, Zach Williams, Ben Rector, Micah Tyler, Danny Gokey, Tauren Wells, Matthew West, Jesus Culture, Rhett Walker Band, Travis Cottrell, Brandon Heath & more) to discuss his cuts... and bruises. This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and more. He helps songwriters turn pro by helping them WRITE like a pro, DO BUSINESS like a pro and CONNECT to the pros. You can find Brent at BrentBaxterMusic.com and SongwritingPro.com. Johnny Dwinell owns Daredevil Production and helps artists increase their streams, blow up their video views, sell more live show tickets, and get discovered by new fans, TV and music industry pros. Daredevil has worked with artists including Collin Raye, Tracy Lawrence, Ty Herndon, Ronnie McDowell and others. You can find Johnny at TheCLIMBshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colt and David sit down with songwriter and producer Ben Glover.  Ben Glover is a Grammy award winning songwriter and producer from Loveland, Colorado, a small city on the edge of the Rocky Mountains. Glover moved to Nashville in 2000 after signing his first deal the year prior. Originally starting as an artist, Glover discovered quickly that he preferred the studio over the stage and began a fruitful career as a songwriter and producer. During the course of the last twenty years, he has penned and produced forty #1 songs in multiple genres of music and was named ASCAP's Christian songwriter of the year in 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015, and 2016. Glover also produced “Hey World” by Lee Brice, including the #1 song “One of Them Girls” with his longtime friend Kyle Jacobs. Other notable songs written by Glover include “Joy” by For King & Country, “Love God, Love People” by Danny Gokey, “Hard to Love” by Lee Brice, “Even If” and “Flawless” by MercyMe, “Come as You Are” by Crowder, and “Overcomer” by Mandisa. The eight-time Grammy nominee has also won multiple Dove Awards, multiple number ones for “Joy” by For King & Country, “Almost Home” by Mercy Me, and “Love God, Love People” by Danny Gokey, and has been a recipient of the NSAI “Top 10 songs I wished I'd Written Award”. Glover has had over 400 songs recorded in multiple genres over the years by artists such as Chris Tomlin, Danny Gokey, Michael W. Smith, Trace Adkins, Thomson Square, The Backstreet Boys, Amy Grant & James Taylor, Clay Walker, NF, Joy Williams, Francesca Battistelli, Marc Broussard, and many more.Instagram: www.instagram.com/glover.ben Facebook: www.facebook.com/ben.glover.921Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1EFIl1KEZ9k0BA?si=f9a5420dbb984466 Support the showCheck out our socials and follow us!Facebook: www.facebook.com/TwangTownPodcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/TwangTownPodTwitter: www.twitter.com/TwangTownPodWe would love your support to continue to bring listeners amazing content!Cash App: www.cash.app/$TwangTownPodBuzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2232176/support

Guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and touring musician, Brian Connelly, discusses the inspirations that led him into Christian Music, touring as Francesca Battistelli's guitarist, parenthood, and his latest singles as he ventures to release one a month.

Rita sits down with Francesca Battistelli, a fellow singer songwriter who describes what her life has been like laying down the fame of the music industry and opting for a simpler lifestyle of worship. Francesca shares vulnerably her journey as a woman and a mother in the industry and how she has maintained her humility and focus to ensure her God-given calling is protected. Francesca also shares on how opting for living on a farm has radically shifted her lifestyle and given more of a focus to family life. Rita and Francesca discuss the challenges they both have faced and how they continue to overcome with the right perspective. Join this candid and entertaining conversation as we hear nuggets of wisdom from both Rita and Francesca. For more from Rita, follow Rita on Patreon here.Click here to follow her on Instagram, @RitaSpringer.If you're enjoying the show, please rate and review!

You might recognize today's guest from her successful years-long career in Christian music, but you may not know that Francesca Battistelli is part of the homesteading world as well.  What began as a nudge to leave behind the busy pace of a traveling musician and spend more time at home with her children has turned into a full-blown homesteading, homeschooling, homemaking, home-loving life.  Join us as Francesca shares her homesteading story: how it all got started, where they are now, and what they hope and dream for the future.  Along the way, Francesca points out so many of the beautiful reasons that the homesteading lifestyle has captured so many of our hearts here in the HOA community. In this episode, we cover: What led Francesca from a music career on the road to the slower pace of homestead life How kids participate in the homestead and what they gain from this lifestyle Family relationships and changes in community when embarking on a homesteading journey What homesteading endeavors Francesca has taken on in her first few years of homesteading Thinking through the long-term goal of your homestead What homeschooling looks like for Francesca and her six children How homesteading lends itself to a life of continual learning Noticing the everyday beauty around the homestead View full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube. Thank you to our sponsor! McMurray Hatchery offers a wide selection of poultry breeds and supplies to assist you with raising your flock. Find what you need at McMurrayHatchery.com! RESOURCES MENTIONED HOA podcast episode with Joel Salatin CONNECT Francesca Battistelli | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music | Pandora Homesteaders of America | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Pinterest

It was so fun to sit down and chat with Francesca about many of the things we share in common.  We dive into what it looks like to balance the many responsibilities of a working, homeschooling, homesteading mother of many. Francesca shares the story of her music career and how it has changed throughout different seasons of life.  We discuss how cultivating a simple life at home away from the hustle can be such a gift to ourselves and our families.  Join me for this encouraging conversation about all things motherhood with Francesca Battistelli! In this episode, we cover: What led Francesca and her family to leave the suburbs and start their homestead How Francesca's career as a touring artist has changed as her family has grown Finding balance in learning new skills on the homestead while homeschooling a large family Communicating with your spouse about responsibilities in the home and on the homestead How creating a home-centered life allows you to accomplish your goals in homeschooling, homesteading, homemaking The beauty in giving our families a slower paced life View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube. Thank you to our sponsors! Toups and Co Organics | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com Mockmill | Visit bit.ly/farmhousemockmill to save 5% on your purchase CONNECT Francesca Battistelli | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music | Pandora Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest Join us in the Simple Farmhouse Life Facebook community!

Brian Connelly, guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer, discusses his new single, "The Best is Yet to Come," the role modern praise and worship plays in the Mass and playing guitar on tour with CCM artist Francesca Battistelli.

Welcome to COFFEE with Kim with Host Kim Crabill and Special Guest Kate Battistelli. Topic: "Take a Dare" with special guest Kate Batistelli How many of us think, “God has skipped right over me. He doesn't know me, and He doesn't care.” Or, “I've messed up too much; God can't possibly use me.” Author and speaker Kate Battistelli, and mother of Francesca Battistelli, our next guest on “COFFEE with Kim,” wants you to hear the truth: You can't begin to number the thoughts He thinks about you! He adores you. He has a divine purpose, hand-picked just for you. You only need to believe and ask and dare to follow. Join Kate and host Kim Crabill for a conversation that will engage your heart and inspire you to take God's dare into His perfect plan for you. Enjoying the Conversation?  Visit the COFFEE with Kim Show Page at www.up2meradio.com to learn more about the show, Host Kim Crabill, guests, to leave us a comment and subscribe to the show! This show is a production of Up2Me Radio in coordination with the Media Team of the Roses and Rainbows Ministry.  Visit the ministry at www.rosesandrainbows.org You can find, like and share us on Facebook at Up2Me Radio, follow us on Twitter @Up2Meradio and on Instagram at Up2Me.Radio Thank you for tuning in!

Kate Battistelli is the author of The God Dare as well as a speaker, former acclaimed actress/singer in the NY Broadway Musical Theatre and mother of GRAMMY® Award-winning Contemporary Christian recording artist Francesca Battistelli. She says, “Sometimes your dreams do come true. Interesting that my big break was with The King and I. Now it's just the King…and i!” Today, we're talking about: Saying “yes” when we're terrified of doing so The “chapter 4 moments" in our lives - how God takes our most painful regrets and redeems them for His glory Struggles with infertility - learning how to trust God in both how and when He chooses to build your family C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | instagram | youtube | facebook

On this Easter spend some time with Victoria Henley and Backstage Pass as she chats with Christian music superstars at the Dove Awards.

On today's podcast, Leslie will be chatting with Kate Batistelli all about life after our children launch and leave the home.  Kate has a fascinating testimony that we're excited for you to hear, but she's also further along in her parenting journey than most of us are, so she's going to be giving us some insight about empty nests and how to prepare yourself and your kiddos for the next stage of life. You don't want to miss a moment, so stay tuned!  We're excited to have Kate Batistelli and her friends, September McCarthy and Jamie Erickson from the Mom-To-Mom podcast joining us this year in Pigeon Forge, TN on May 4-6. Be sure to get your tickets and make your plans to join them there! Click here for more details.  We also want to make sure you're not missing out on a really cool element in our weekly Sunday night Homeschool Subjects e-mail. Every week we bring you the Taste and See geography and prayer curriculum right there. This is a project that we are coordinating with our friends at the Voice of the Martyrs who are providing you a free prayer guide for believers all around the world.  Then, in Homeschool Subjects each Sunday night, we're giving you really cool cultural and activity information to help you and your family understand where they live and what they're going through even more as you pray for them. You can request your free prayer guide at teachthemdiligently.net/VOM . Then, make sure that you are reading Homeschool Subjects every Sunday night to get that week's prayer prompt and geography information and activities. Families are loving this, and we don't want you to miss it. So go to teach them dilligently.net/vom to get your free prayer guide then tune in each week to see where we're headed.   TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:  How God uses each person's story for His glory.  How to discern when to lay something down that you've been clinging to.  How God can use our ceiling as our children's floor.  How to figure out what your role is after the kids grow up and leave the home.  Positive steps to help you during that transition.  Preparing for “Act 2.”  RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  The God Dare: Will You Choose To Believe The Impossible?  Growing Great Kids: Partner With God To Cultivate His Purpose In Your Child's Life.  Teach Them Diligently Pigeon Forge, TN.  ABOUT THIS WEEK'S GUEST:  Kate Battistelli is living proof God will use anyone if they're willing. She's the author of the bestseller, The God Dare: Will You Choose to Believe the Impossible and Growing Great Kids: Partner with God to Cultivate His Purpose in Your Child's Life. Kate experienced infertility, miscarriage, an abortion at age 18, and four failed adoption attempts which all wreaked havoc on her life. She had a life-changing experience as a young actress in New York City, going from understudy to starring as Anna in the Broadway National Tour of The King and I opposite Yul Brynner for more than 1,000 performances. Kate and her husband laid down their careers, and the Broadway theatre in answer to their first “God dare” and moved out of New York City and into a life of homeschooling and home business. As their daughter grew and began expressing her gifts in music and songwriting, they learned there was a bigger purpose in leaving their careers than they had imagined. Kate is the mother of DOVE and GRAMMY Award-winning Christian recording artist Francesca Battistelli, and she's thrilled to be one of the hosts of the popular Mom to Mom Podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's podcast, Leslie will be chatting with Kate Batistelli all about life after our children launch and leave the home.  Kate has a fascinating testimony that we're excited for you to hear, but she's also further along in her parenting journey than most of us are, so she's going to be giving us some insight about empty nests and how to prepare yourself andyour kiddos for the next stage of life.  ABOUT THIS WEEK'S GUEST: Kate Battistelli is living proof God will use anyone if they're willing. She's the author of the bestseller, The God Dare: Will You Choose to Believe the Impossible and Growing Great Kids: Partner with God to Cultivate His Purpose in Your Child's Life. Kate experienced infertility, miscarriage, an abortion at age 18, and four failed adoption attempts which all wreaked havoc on her life. She had a life-changing experience as a young actress in New York City, going from understudy to starring as Anna in the Broadway National Tour of The King and I opposite Yul Brynner for more than 1,000 performances. Kate and her husband laid down their careers, and the Broadway theatre in answer to their first “God dare” and moved out of New York City and into a life of homeschooling and home business. As their daughter grew and began expressing her gifts in music and songwriting, they learned there was a bigger purpose in leaving their careers than they had imagined. Kate is the mother of DOVE and GRAMMY Award-winning Christian recording artist Francesca Battistelli, and she's thrilled to be one of the hosts of the popular Mom to Mom Podcast.TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: How God uses each person's story for His glory. How to discern when to lay something down that you've been clinging to. How God can use our ceiling as our children's floor. How to figure out what your role is after the kids grow up and leave the home. Positive steps to help you during that transition. Preparing for “Act 2.” RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The God Dare: Will You Choose To Believe The Impossible? Growing Great Kids: Partner With God To Cultivate His Purpose In Your Child's Life. Teach Them Diligently Pigeon Forge, TN. PODCAST SPONSOR:We also want to make sure you're not missing out on a really cool element in our weekly Sunday night Homeschool Subjects e-mail. Every week we bring you the Taste and See geography and prayer curriculum right there. This is a project that we are coordinating with our friends at the Voice of the Martyrs who are providing you a free prayer guide for believers all around the world.  Then, in Homeschool Subjects each Sunday night, we're giving you really cool cultural and activity information to help you and your family understand where they live and what they're going through even more as you pray for them. You can request your free prayer guide at teachthemdiligently.net/VOM . Then, make sure that you are reading Homeschool Subjects every Sunday night to get that week's prayer prompt and geography information and activities. Families are loving this, and we don't want you to miss it. 

This weeks episode features songwriter / producer, Ben Glover. Ben's songs can be heard across genres, however he is best known for his domination of the christian radio airwaves for the past 15 years (Mercy Me, Crowder, Francesca Battistelli)! Don't miss our talks on the Christian music business, what Katy Perry was like at 16 yrs old, and Kevin's biggest pet peeve. Lastly, Ben's "uncut gem" is maybe the most compelling songs we've had on the show... though, Kevin may have some 'unsolicited' tweaks for him. LOL!

Friends!! This week we have a sweet song and an even sweeter guest! Molly Higgins joins Boldly Created to talk about why God is good, the waiting periods of life, and what she has learned since graduating college! The song we look into is, God is Good by Francesca Battistelli.

Today our worship leader, Dana Ott, shares her thoughts on Francesca Battistelli's song, "If We're Honest." Scriptures Referenced: Ephesians 4:17-32, 1 Corinthians 6 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/7pPLZZRphZu2hxju6oErbS?si=2299f3c979f34cf1&nd=1

Some thoughts on vulnerability and letting God redeem our stories (Note: I'm taking a short break to ramp up for season 5! I'm going to re-release some old but valuable episodes for the next few days, and I'll see you back here with new content on June 6th!) Scriptures Mentioned 2 Corinthians 11:30 2Corinthians 12:9-11 Music by David Crowder and Francesca Battistelli  (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )

Marc Daniel Nelson is a Grammy and French Academy Award-nominated mixing engineer, music producer and creative director. He has been mixing, producing and managing creative content for over 20 years. His Music Credits include Fleetwood Mac, Colbie Caillat, Jason Mraz, Eric Burdon / Ben Harper, Francesca Battistelli, Robert Duvall, Ozomotli, Reik and more.  His film credits include Solo, Blade Runner 2049, The Vietnam War, Mulan, The Expanse, Wild Horses, Point Break, etc. In today's episode, Marc and Warren are going to be answering questions that you guys have submitted on a youtube live stream! Want to see Marc's newest course? Go to https://promixacademy.com/course/mixing-modern-rock-with-grammy-nominee-marc-daniel-nelson/  for more information!

Lillian and Renée discuss the importance of embracing the new normal of stillness, rather than trying to get back to the pre-pandemic hustle and bustle.  Listen to Defender by Francesca Battistelli and Steffany Gretzinger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncYyDQW0L-A Connect with the But God Podcast on IG and FB: @butgodpod Website: butgodpodcast.com Order your But God journals, planners, and coloring books https://www.amazon.com/But-GOD-Podcast/e/B0993YK2F1?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1645414256&sr=8-1

This week  host Holly Newton sits down with Kate Battistelli to talk about believing the impossible.Kate describes herself as living proof God can and will use anyone if they're willing to be used. She's the author of the bestseller, The God Dare: Will You Choose to Believe the Impossible, and Growing Great Kids: Partner with God to Cultivate His Purpose in Your Child's Life. She's mom to GRAMMY award-winning artist Francesca Battistelli and Mimi to her 6 children. Kate experienced infertility, miscarriage, an abortion at 18, and four failed adoption attempts, which all wreaked havoc on her life. As a young actress in New York City, Kate had a life-changing experience, going from understudy to starring as Anna in the Broadway National Tour of The King and I opposite Yul Brynner for more than 1,000 performances. Kate and her husband laid down their careers in the Broadway theatre in answer to their first “God Dare”, moving out of New York City and into a life of homeschooling and a home business. She's been married to her husband Mike for 38 years and blogs about food and faith at www.KateBattistelli.com Kate is one-third of the popular Mom to Mom Podcast, bridging the generation gap with a biblical example of mentoring in every season of motherhood.Holly and Kate chat about:God sees you according to your destiny not your historyWhat the phrase “God dare” means to Kate Her Grammy® Award-winning recording artist daughter, FrancescaThe remedy for excuse paralysis Encouragement and a challenge when you feel like just giving upJoin the Exhale Women community for encouragement through community, equipping through devotionals, and to be first to know of upcoming Exhale Conferences coming to multiple cities!Thank you for tuning in! Be sure to subscribe and leave a review so others can find these truth-filled, encouraging conversations.Connect with Kate:https://www.instagram.com/katebattistelli/  https://www.facebook.com/KateBattistelli/https://twitter.com/katebattistelliConnect with Holly:InstagramWebsite

What is a crazy dream that God has dropped in your heart? Is there a door that God seems to be opening that you're afraid to walk through? For many of us, the default answer to dreams or opportunity is, “No.” But today we're going to explore the question: “What if we say yes?”My guest calls these opportunities “God dares.” Kate Battistelli and I met at a recent conference we were both speaking at. She is the bestselling author of The God Dare and Growing Great Kids, mom to GRAMMY award-winning artist Francesca Battistelli, and part of the popular Mom to Mom podcast. In her life, she has experienced infertility, miscarriage, an abortion at 18, and four failed adoption attempts, which all wreaked havoc on her life. She and her husband have an incredible story of being dared by God to lay down their successful career on Broadway to pursue a new and unknown direction.In this episode, you'll hear:Kate's story of touring nationally with “The King and I” on Broadway before laying it all down to follow God's call on her lifeHow we see God dare people throughout the BibleWhy God likes to invite us into the unknown to accomplish His purposeHer favorite song her daughter (Francesca Battistelli) has writtenI loved getting to connect with Kate, and I'm eager to share this episode with you today!Show Notes: https://jillsavage.org/kate-battistelli-89/

Throughout this week, I've touched on foundations and the importance of having them. In relation to pain, fear, uncertainty, and surrender… having a solid foundation in God's word is key. But today, I wanted to add one final encouragement. Even if you didn't grow up in a home that knew God..or even if you don't know how to begin laying foundations in your own home.. that is no reason to be disheartened. God's mercies are new every morning…meaning every day you wake up is a new beginning. A new chance to start building yourself up in Christ. Open your Bible and read. It doesn't matter where you start or how much you take on…the important part is to just start. One step, one page, one brick at a time. And the further down the road you get, you'll realize you weren't just building for you, but for your children and their children. A couple of years ago I was late to a women's prayer group. It was early in the morning and I had to arrange childcare before dashing off. I remember praying that I wouldn't miss the thing God needed me to hear that day. I pulled in and power-walked into a house full of women and community leaders. I was the youngest one there. As I settled in with pen and Bible, a woman finished up her word and a new woman came to the front. Her name was Kate. She gave her testimony.. she spoke of her life on Broadway in New York, how she met her husband there….and how they didn't know God. As she continued, she recalled how God, through friends, was so gracious to keep pursuing her and her husband. They ended up coming to know Christ. Her story continued… and maybe one day I'll invite her on to tell you the rest! At the end of her story, though, I remember her saying something so impactful, I had to write it down. I didn't have any paper so I opened the front cover of my Bible and made the note, “Your ceiling becomes your child's floor”. It's still the first thing I see when I pull open my Bible. The reminder that the work we do now isn't just for us…but for the generations to come. Laying foundations. Kate became the mother of Francesca. You may know her music today on Christian radio. Francesca Battistelli. An anointed voice that brings hope to millions around the world. Songs like “Holy Spirit”, “If We're Honest”, and “Write Your Story”, release truth. And all because SHE was given a foundation that began with her parents. Today, I'm praying this is just one of many stories to encourage your heart. I pray that this week has you thinking about where you are in the build. And more so, where you want to be. Foundations are pivotal and alive. Growing stronger as you mature in your spiritual walk. I'm praying you're encouraged just to start… ... Thank you to our sponsors! Anchor: Download the free Anchor app or go to Anchor.fm to get started.

You may have heard the songs of Grammy Award winner, Francesca Battistelli, for years. But who is she when she steps away from the microphone? It may not surprise you that she and her husband, Matt Goodwin, have 5 children. But did you know she lives on a farm - and loves it! Charles dives into that, her movie career, and much more in this interesting episode.

"God's Not Dead: We the People" star Francesca Battistelli drops by to discuss faith, freedom and more. Plus: Dr. Michael Brown breaks down yet another theory on the biblical rapture.

The fourth installment of the "God's Not Dead" film franchise is about to hit theaters. The Plugged In team examines these movies and unpacks what you need to know about "God's Not Dead: We the People." Adam Holz then speaks with Christian recording artist Francesca Battistelli about her involvement in the movie. You'll see how this film and others like it can be a great catalyst for conversation with your friends and family. Get the book "Seven Traits of Effective Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-plugged-in-2021-01-07?refcd=1147603 Get more episode resources: https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/the-plugged-in-show-episode-97/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Give now & DOUBLE your gift this #GivingTuesday! CLICK HERE God is not calling us to simply create devotionals, but to mobilize a movement of believers connected and empowered by God's presence. Join us today #GivingTuesday to help make this possible. Your #GivingTuesday gift will be counted towards today's goal of $50,000. To help us reach this goal, an excited donor has given $20,000 in matching funds to DOUBLE your investment in this movement today. ________ We serve a God of boundaries. In his limitless capacity, endless creativity, and boundless existence he still chose to create boundaries. He still had vision for what was good, right, pleasing, and perfect. And as children made in his image, we are to live, think, and create as he does. In a world marked by busyness from seemingly infinite opportunities, it's important now more than ever for us to create boundaries. May you find freedom and joy this week as you receive vision and set boundaries under the leadership of the Holy Spirit. Our Scripture for today comes from Proverbs 29:18, and today's worship is God I Look To You by Francesca Battistelli. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15.

Today we'll explore how leaning on the Lord for truth and understanding relates to trust. Where do you look for wisdom? God promises us that when we look to him, he will deliver all the wisdom and understanding we need for any circumstance. May you find the understanding you need for your situation today as you learn to trust the Father and lean into him. Our Scripture for today comes from Proverbs 3:5, and today's worship is God I Look To You by Bethel Music feat. Francesca Battistelli. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15.

This week as we dive deeper into the fullness of life available to us, we'll look today at the biblical concept of understanding and how it relates to experiencing God. May God shift your perspective today and bring you into greater fullness of life in your relationship with him. What's beautiful about God is that no matter where you're at in your walk with him, there is always more. Our Scripture for today comes from Psalms 145:18, and today's worship is God I Look To You by Francesca Battistelli.  First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15. 

As children of God, we have been given a new home and a new hope. This week we're going to take time every day to look at what it means to live for heaven. May your heart be set aflame by the joy and purpose of living out God's command to live for heaven. Our Scripture for today comes from Hebrews 12:1-2, and today's worship is There's No Other Name by Bethel Music featuring Francesca Battistelli.  First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15. 

In today's podcast, we're going to look at the role of meditation in hearing from God. Meditation for many reasons, seems to have found its way out of our Christian context. But the reality is that meditation has been central to our faith throughout its history. And the Bible is chocked full of encouragement to meditate on who God is, on his word, allowing space for God to fill in our daily lives. May God reveal his heart for us to meditate as a central discipline of our faith. And may he empower us to make room for his presence in a meaningful way today. Our Scripture for today comes from Psalm 119:15, and today's worship is God I Look To You by Francesca Battistelli. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website. And, if you feel called to support First15 financially, you may give here.