Podcast appearances and mentions of jena holliday

Guest Bio: Jena Holliday is the author of Sacred Creativity and a full-time artist, author, entrepreneur, and storyteller. She is the creator and owner of Spoonful of Faith, an illustration and design studio. With just a bit of faith, she walked away from her mainstream marketing job to embrace her passion for art. What started as a hobby eventually evolved into a full-time commitment to spread kindness and hope through her artwork and words. That commitment blossomed into a blog and shop, aptly named Spoonful of Faith, and has thus become not only a successful business but a cultural beacon. Jena has been featured on Good Morning America, Ebony, Essence, People, Nylon, The Wall Street Journal, Yahoo, Artful Living, and many more prominent outlets.     Show Summary: What gifts do you think God has blessed you with? Do you see creativity in your gifts? Oftentimes we neglect to notice the diverse ways that God has blessed each of us with creativity. It does not always have to be writing, drawing, painting, or doing a craft. Jena Holliday has found that being creative can grant us a different type of connection with the Lord. Join hosts Elisa Morgan and Eryn Eddy Adkins as they learn about sacred creativity with Jena during this God Hears Her conversation.    Notes and Quotes:   “Why are you asking everyone else where to go, who to be, and what do except the One who created you?” —Jena Holliday  “God didn't make a mistake when He made us who we are. It wasn't by chance; it wasn't a coincidence. It was on purpose. That really helped me to step into the fullness of the voice that the Lord had given me.” —Jena Holliday  “What I have learned is that there is a hunger to see the different ways that the image of God is reflected on the earth. It's cool to be in this position as an artist and illustrator because I have the unique role of creating something in a visual way that doesn't require words. It was always important to me that I showcase different women and different images and illustrations of people because I wanted them to feel seen. I wanted people to know that they were loved, heard, and that their stories matter.” —Jena Holliday  “You should use [your gift] as a way to honor the Gift Giver, the One who has given it to you. We all have a corner of this earth where we get to use our gifts. Whatever God does to multiply it, that's Him—that's not on us. That's not our responsibility.” —Jena Holliday  “If you have something that God has given you and it's still neatly wrapped in a box, I think that's an invitation to open it up, spend a little time with it, and see what He does with it.” —Jena Holliday  “Everyone should take the risk to use the gifts that God has given them.” —Jena Holliday  “The way that Jesus loves us is so deep is that He will come after you. He will come find you again and guide you back to where He would like you to be and you get to keep walking forward together.” —Jena Holliday      Related Episodes:  Ep 141: Rethinking Creativity with Rachel Marie Kang: https://godhearsher.org/podcast/rethinking-creativity/  Ep 163: Mindful Creativity with Anh Lin: https://godhearsher.org/podcast/mindful-creativity/    Links:   Jena's book Sacred Creativity: https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Creativity-Inspiration-Reclaim-God-Given/dp/0593581474  Jena Holliday's Website: https://www.spoonfuloffaith.com/  Jena's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspoonfuloffaith/  God Hears Her website: https://go.odb.org/ghh191   Watch the episode on the God Hears Her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GodHearsHerODBM  God Hears Her email sign-up: https://go.odb.org/ghh-sign-upsfmc191   Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast  Shop God Hears Her books and resources: https://go.odb.org/ghh-shop191   Elisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisamorganauthor/  Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/  Vivian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivmabuni/  Our Daily Bread Ministries website: https://go.odb.org/odbm191

Guest Bio: Jena Holliday is the author of Sacred Creativity and a full-time artist, author, entrepreneur, and storyteller. She is the creator and owner of Spoonful of Faith, an illustration and design studio. With just a bit of faith, she walked away from her mainstream marketing job to embrace her passion for art. What started as a hobby eventually evolved into a full-time commitment to spread kindness and hope through her artwork and words. That commitment blossomed into a blog and shop, aptly named Spoonful of Faith, and has thus become not only a successful business but a cultural beacon. Jena has been featured on Good Morning America, Ebony, Essence, People, Nylon, The Wall Street Journal, Yahoo, Artful Living, and many more prominent outlets.     Show Summary: What gifts do you think God has blessed you with? Do you see creativity in your gifts? Oftentimes we neglect to notice the diverse ways that God has blessed each of us with creativity. It does not always have to be writing, drawing, painting, or doing a craft. Jena Holliday has found that being creative can grant us a different type of connection with the Lord. Join hosts Elisa Morgan and Eryn Eddy Adkins as they learn about sacred creativity with Jena during this God Hears Her conversation.    Notes and Quotes:   “Why are you asking everyone else where to go, who to be, and what do except the One who created you?” —Jena Holliday  “God didn't make a mistake when He made us who we are. It wasn't by chance; it wasn't a coincidence. It was on purpose. That really helped me to step into the fullness of the voice that the Lord had given me.” —Jena Holliday  “What I have learned is that there is a hunger to see the different ways that the image of God is reflected on the earth. It's cool to be in this position as an artist and illustrator because I have the unique role of creating something in a visual way that doesn't require words. It was always important to me that I showcase different women and different images and illustrations of people because I wanted them to feel seen. I wanted people to know that they were loved, heard, and that their stories matter.” —Jena Holliday  “You should use [your gift] as a way to honor the Gift Giver, the One who has given it to you. We all have a corner of this earth where we get to use our gifts. Whatever God does to multiply it, that's Him—that's not on us. That's not our responsibility.” —Jena Holliday  “If you have something that God has given you and it's still neatly wrapped in a box, I think that's an invitation to open it up, spend a little time with it, and see what He does with it.” —Jena Holliday  “Everyone should take the risk to use the gifts that God has given them.” —Jena Holliday  “The way that Jesus loves us is so deep is that He will come after you. He will come find you again and guide you back to where He would like you to be and you get to keep walking forward together.” —Jena Holliday      Related Episodes:  Ep 141: Rethinking Creativity with Rachel Marie Kang: https://godhearsher.org/podcast/rethinking-creativity/  Ep 163: Mindful Creativity with Anh Lin: https://godhearsher.org/podcast/mindful-creativity/    Links:   Jena's book Sacred Creativity: https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Creativity-Inspiration-Reclaim-God-Given/dp/0593581474  Jena Holliday's Website: https://www.spoonfuloffaith.com/  Jena's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspoonfuloffaith/  God Hears Her website: https://go.odb.org/ghh191   Watch the episode on the God Hears Her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GodHearsHerODBM  God Hears Her email sign-up: https://go.odb.org/ghh-sign-upsfmc191   Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast  Shop God Hears Her books and resources: https://go.odb.org/ghh-shop191   Elisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisamorganauthor/  Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/  Vivian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivmabuni/  Our Daily Bread Ministries website: https://go.odb.org/odbm191

Shoutout to the women who consider themselves "creatives" AND the women who don't! Did you know that creativity is woven into your DNA from God Himself? Imagine a world where your creativity is not only a way to rest and reconnect with Jesus and yourself, but an act of worship. Today's guest, Jena Holliday, is here to blow our minds and encourage us to not count ourselves out, how to find the margin to create amidst busy lives, handling rejection, entrepreneurship, and more. "Sacred Creativity", Jena's book, out now! -- OUR SPONSORS: Go to https://www.dwellbible.com/tarasun for 25% off your yearly subscription or 50% off your lifetime subscription! Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Award-winning artist and entrepreneur Jena Holliday (as seen on Good Morning America, Ebony, Essence and more)  and her newly released book, Sacred Creativity: Inspiration to Re-Claim the Joy of Your God-Given Gifts. Jena shares about finding the courage to apply our God-given gifts in the pursuit of our dreams, how to achieve a life-giving schedule and work-life balance, and offers a refreshing countercultural view on “hustle culture.”  When Jena Holliday left her full-time corporate job to embrace her passion for art she had one prayer: that she would be able to use her gifts and passion to make a difference.  Clearly, God heard her. In a matter of just a few years, Jena's blog/online shop,  A Spoonful of Faith erupted into a massively popular community of women sharing and gaining encouragement for their creative ventures, and has since formed partnerships with many national brands/retailers such as Target, Aerie, Dove and Kirkland. With thoughtful stories, powerful reflections, hand lettering, and beautiful original artwork, Sacred Creativity (WaterBrook, August 20, 2024) invites all to discover how they uniquely reflect the heart of a creative God. Using the lessons she's learned along the way and creative prompts throughout, Jena encourages readers to overcome the pressure to perform, face the fears of failure and imposter syndrome, believe in the gifts that God has given, step forward in creativity, and delight in the fruit that comes from freely creating as an act of worship.  With tender kindness, a treasure trove of wisdom and fierce encouragement, Jenna inspires, motivates, and help us learn invaluable lessons such as… -How to recognize and overcome fear, doubt, and insecurity in order to take a leap of faith  -How to trust God with your gifts  -The connection between motherhood and creativity  -The importance of making space to create -How creativity is an act of worship Jena Holliday- https://www.spoonfuloffaith.com/ Jena Holliday Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aspoonfuloffaith/?hl=en As advertised in the intro: ⁠Get the Serenity Journal Here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH JAYME ON SOCIALS: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠

Jena Holliday is one of those people who makes life beautiful – not only through the art she creates (and that you can see in stores like Target and Kirkland) – but in the way she inspires all of us to live out our God-given creativity. This conversation with Jena provides unexpected examples of creativity, talk about what can disrupt our connection with creativity, and the fine line of practicing your God-given gifts as a well-loved personal place vs. when it becomes your livelihood. Sacred Creativity: Inspiration to Reclaim the Joy of Your God-Given Gifts @aspoonfulloffaith on Instagram SHOP the A Spoon Full of Faith Studio PARTNERSHIPS – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fig & Loom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Fig & Loom sells stunning Turkish rugs that are each individually named after babies whose life here on earth was far too short, but whose memory and legacy lives on – like our Hosanna. These rugs are hand knotted and designed to be passed down for years to come with stories to be told throughout future generations. My friends and family can get ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off with the code MOREWITHNIKKI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to find the perfect hope-filled piece to add to your home. ______________________________________ I'd love to hear from you! Email me at hello@nikkidutton.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@morewithnikkidutton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nikkidutton.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ As always, incredible sound editing by Luke Wilson at Veritas Podcasting

Jena Holliday joins us for our 400th episode. She is a talented artist and writer and her new book Sacred Creativity is out today! You can find it at her website https://shop.spoonfuloffaith.com/ or at your favorite book retailers. The conversation with Jena is inspiring. She brings joy, laughter, and kindness with her. One of our favorite lines from the book: “A voice in my heart and mind so clearly said, 'Why are you asking everyone else where to go, who to be, and what to do, except the one that created you?'”  You can follow Jena on Instagram:  @aspoonfuloffaith or @spoonfuloffaithstudio This is Jena's second visit to Best to the Nest. You can go back and listen to our first conversation in Episode 267. Schuler Shoes – Fall footwear is here. Yay! Also, remember to check out the Clearance Rooms at all ten locations –– 30 to 70 % off sandals and athletic footwear. Meet the fit experts who will help you find the right shoe for you and for your children.  We always find the best brands at Schuler Shoes: Birkenstock, Haflinger, Hoka, Sorel and so many more. Get on your feet and go where life takes you! https://www.schulershoes.com/Pour Moi Climate Smart Skincare –– This is the skin care regimen we both use and love. It's affordable luxury skincare from France. Use code “HEAT 20" for an extra 20% off With a 100% money-back guarantee. https://shop.pourmoiskincare.com/Connect with Us!Our Website: https://www.besttothenest.com/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/besttothenest?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1088997968155776/Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. Best to the Nest is the podcast that brings you home.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jena Holliday joins us for our 400th episode. She is a talented artist and writer and her new book Sacred Creativity is out today! You can find it at her website https://shop.spoonfuloffaith.com/ or at your favorite book retailers. The conversation with Jena is inspiring. She brings joy, laughter, and kindness with her. One of our favorite lines from the book:  “A voice in my heart and mind so clearly said, 'Why are you asking everyone else where to go, who to be, and what to do, except the one that created you?'”   You can follow Jena on Instagram:  @aspoonfuloffaith or @spoonfuloffaithstudio  This is Jena's second visit to Best to the Nest. You can go back and listen to our first conversation in Episode 267.  Schuler Shoes – Fall footwear is here. Yay! Also, remember to check out the Clearance Rooms at all ten locations –– 30 to 70 % off sandals and athletic footwear. Meet the fit experts who will help you find the right shoe for you and for your children.  We always find the best brands at Schuler Shoes: Birkenstock, Haflinger, Hoka, Sorel and so many more. Get on your feet and go where life takes you! https://www.schulershoes.com/ Pour Moi Climate Smart Skincare –– This is the skin care regimen we both use and love. It's affordable luxury skincare from France. Use code “HEAT 20" for an extra 20% off With a 100% money-back guarantee. https://shop.pourmoiskincare.com/ Connect with Us! Our Website: https://www.besttothenest.com/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/besttothenest?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1088997968155776/ Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. Best to the Nest is the podcast that brings you home.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is a certain kind of rest that can't be achieved through a screen. Sure a screen is good for going comatose for several hours, but I've found often the time flies so quickly I feel like I never actually recharged. When we take time to create something we find to be beautiful it creates relaxation that can't be found in other ways. Does that sound confusing, listen along as we chat and I think it will get clearer. What led you to create? What stage of life were you when you started? Have you ever had someone reject something you created? How did that affect you, and what did you learn from it? How do you move past creative blocks? What role does faith and worship have in creativity? How do you find a creative passion? Brought to you by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Around the Ancient World⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can find Jena's book "⁠⁠Sacred Creativity⁠" or find her on ⁠Instagram HERE⁠ You can find Elizabeth writing helpful hints ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Helping you love Jesus and disciple your kids ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or get access to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Bible Study" by signing up with email! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Original Music written and recorded by Jonathan Camenisch *affiliate links are used when appropriate. Thank you for supporting Sunshine in My Nest --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elizabeth-santelmann/support

Almost every artist I've interviewed on this show has had some variation of the same story: I didn't think it was possible to make a living doing what I love. Although today's guest grew up in a creative home, she always viewed art as a hobby – partly because of an offhand comment from a teacher who told her that being an artist wasn't a career. Today, Jena Holliday is a full-time illustrator, author, and entrepreneur. She's the visionary behind Spoonful of Faith, a creative haven specializing in illustration, hand-lettering, mural art, innovative marketing, and joyful design. Jena's work has been featured in Good Morning America, Huffington Post, People, and the isles of Target.Her success is helping rewrite the old “starving artist” narrative and proof that following your passion and building a profitable business is possible.WILDFLOWER SHOWNOTES : shannaskidmore.com/jena-holliday

Jena shares about her faith and trusting God in her artwork, and how she came to the realization of needing to rest in order to keep going and creating. This is a powerful episode with so many pieces of wisdom. Jena's Instagram A Spoonful of Faith Studio

We all have something beautiful to bring to the world. Simply being who we are or creating from a place of authenticity, we have the opportunity to bring good and beautiful things into being. Today's guest is doing just that and, in her work and in her words, she inspires others to do the same. Jena Holliday is a Minneapolis-based graphic artist, children's book author and illustrator, wife, mother, and the founder and Director of the online shop and platform, Spoonful of Faith. Her work can be found at retailers such as Target, Michaels, and Kirklands and her recent children's book release, A Spoonful of Faith, was featured on Good Morning America. In our time together, we talk about Jena's transition from a full-time marketing career to creating her own business as a graphic artist, and what she felt God telling her in that transition. Jena also shares how she creates from a place of worship and sees her work as an incredible opportunity to co-create alongside God. Jena is inspired by the beauty of our differences. My hope is that this conversation might remind you of your own unique beauty and inspire you to create the next beautiful thing that God is calling forth from within you.

We've got such a fun episode today, friends. It's all about Children's books! I think one of the reasons why even adults love children's books is because they are oftentimes packed with messages and reminders that we need as adults. Children's books help us dream, but also help invite kids to deeper words and thoughts. Our guests for today's show include Jena Holliday, Sally Lloyd Jones, Esau McCaulley, Laura Wifler, Annie F. Downs, and Emily Lex! I asked them why they wrote these children's books, what they want little ones to learn from it, and why they find children's books to be so special and important in a child's life. Writing for children is a different kind of challenge because we have to get the message across in fewer words, so every word has to be intentional. But WOW are we so dang thankful to be given the beautiful responsibility of speaking into the next generation and reminding them how unique they are and how much God loves them. Connect with JamieFacebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTubeGET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Have you been dreaming of creating a children's book? If so, you're in for a treat with today's episode! Jena Holiday, creator and owner of Spoonful of Faith illustration and design studio is coming on the show today to give us a behind-the-scenes look at what went into publishing her debut author-illustrated book, A Spoonful of Faith, which  releases with HarperCollins in Winter 2022. Let's be friends! Find us on Instagram http://instagram.com/bizbirthdaybash @bizbirthdaybash. For all show notes please visit http://www.bizbirthdaybash.com/podcast Grab your FREE Training -- 4 Essentials You Need to Turn Your Biz into a Profit Party: https://bizbirthdaybash.com/free-training

Everyone's favorite artist poet Morgan Harper Nichols is back today and wow what a conversation. From following the voice of God to being diagnosed with autism in the last year, our girl MHN has had some DAYS and that's why her new book Peace Is A Practice is so so beautiful and timely and wonderful. This conversation and book and friend are each such a gift. . . . . Sign up to join us for #100DaysToBrave2022 starting TODAY! Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast Thank you to our partners! BetterHelp Online Therapy: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/thatsoundsfun Spoonful of Faith: Check out Jena Holliday's work at Spoonfuloffaith.com, and grab a copy of A Spoonful of Faith wherever you love to buy books. Indeed: Start hiring RIGHT NOW with a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/SOUNDSFUN. Offer valid through March 31st. Prose: Try your own custom hair supplements and you'll get 15% off! Go to https://prose.com/thatsoundsfun for your FREE in depth hair consultation and 15% off custom hair supplements.

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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to go all-in on your dream and actually make it happen? To see your vision on the shelves of big-box retailers and have the opportunity to impact thousands of individuals daily?  With Spoonful of Faith, Jena Holliday let the wind beneath her and passion from God move her past a side hustle to a thriving business. But even with success and notoriety, Jena has stayed grounded on the principle of honoring the Lord with her work as worship.  So cozy up and join me as I totally nerd out chatting with Jena about faith, entrepreneurship, and inspiration that can only come from our one true Creator.  CONNECT WITH JENA HOLLIDAYJENA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/aspoonfuloffaith/  JENA'S WEBSITE:https://www.spoonfuloffaith.com/  FAITH AND GATHER INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/faithandgather/  FAITH AND GATHER FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/faithandgather  FAITH INSPIRED SHOW NOTES: https://faithinspiredpodcast.com/2022/02/10/the-secret-to-success-using-your-work-as-worship-with-jena-holliday/

Holiday Gift Guide is HERE! We held our very first live podcast show for our annual Holiday Gift Guide and it was absolutely wonderful! I was joined by my cohosts Jessica Honegger and Jena Holliday to share about 13 incredible small businesses that we think you should shop from this holiday season. Every single vendor has some kind of discount to offer our listeners so grab a pen and paper and get ready to check off your shopping list! Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We love having guests...we love the rich conversation, and so do you guys. And when we asked Jena from A Spoonful of Faith one of many questions, “So tell us about your style,” her answer blew us away. “Your Style is Your Voice.” You will love hearing Jena's story around the beginnings of her business, how she discovered her voice, and how she tries to use her platforms and work to bring beauty into the world and to bless others with positivity and goodness. You can find Jena on Instagram @aspoonfuloffaith and her website https://www.spoonfuloffaith.com. You can find us, Marian and Shaunna, at www.thecreativeexponent.com where we continue our passionate conversation around all things creative.

I'm thrilled to introduce to you to Jena Holliday, illustrator, author, and a creative based in Minnesota and founder of A Spoonful of Faith. Tune in now  to hear how Jena got her start in beginning her own business, learn more about the inspiration behind her art, and what's next for Jena as she leads her fast growing business!

One of the first steps towards anti-racism is learning from the everyday experiences of people of color. This Black History Month, I’m speaking with Black women of different backgrounds and life stages, listening to their stories, and elevating their voices. This week, I’m chatting with Jena Holliday of a Spoonful of Faith. Jena shares her journey to becoming an illustrator (including her most recent partnership with Target!) and using her gifts to champion women from all walks of life. LINKS Spoonful of Faith Tumbler at Target Spoonful of Faith Journal at Target Jena's Instagram Follow me on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER Subscribe to my newsletter and check out the free resources I offer! *******

Jena Holliday is an artist, entrepreneur, storyteller and mother. Though the rest of the world thought she was crazy, her creativity and tenacity lead her to turn her dreams into reality when she was eight-months pregnant to create Spoonful of Faith illustration and design studio. This week, Jena shares about how she balances her busy schedule and advice to other young artists. Read her Q&A with The War Cry: https://bit.ly/wcjenaholliday

Join the Fight for Good team for a conversation about The War Cry’s January 2021 celebratory issue. It includes a look at The War Cry through the ages, an interview with artist, Jena Holliday, the history of Herbert Henry Howard Booth, and more. Read it for free in our Digital Archive. ... January 2021 Digital Issue: http://bit.ly/warcryjanuary21 Sound the Ringing Cry: http://bit.ly/wc140years Creating Your Own Path with Jena Holliday: http://bit.ly/wcjenaholliday The Talented Mr. Booth: http://bit.ly/wcmrbooth

Being a light in the midst of darkness is not easy these days. And it’s not easy juggling between work and motherhood while trying to be light in this dark world.  In this podcast episode, my guest Jena Holliday shares her personal story of how she was discouraged by a teacher from pursuing her dream of being an artist as a young girl. Yet, God intervened.  “As I became a mother, God started to be remind me of things He had placed in my heart years before… As I walked in faith, people encouraged me to pursue my dreams.”  Jena shares about her struggles juggling motherhood and work as the seasons changed and her kids changed.  “Being flexible is super helpful as it comes to managing priorities as well as trying to be a good parent.” One thing that Jena held with her over the years, is the importance of her uniqueness and who God created her to be. Her mom has always affirmed her and her siblings even though they were all different. Her mom’s instructions gave her confidence, and in turn, has helped her to shed light through her illustrations, especially to her children.  What we chat about Juggling work and motherhood Working remote with children Affirming and speaking life over her children Being a shining light in the community How to teach children to let their light shine

Jena Holliday is a talented illustrator and entrepreneur from Minnesota whose mission is to #doitasworship. She opens up about her relationship with Jesus as a Black woman and how it has transformed throughout the years. She offers encouragement to women who want to use their gifts but aren't sure how or lack the courage to begin. Follow her @aspoonfuloffaith and check out her shop at www.spoonfuloffaith.com.

She’s a self-taught artist and illustrator from Minnesota who spends her days creating art filled with children, color and encouragement. Meet Jena Holliday and her beautiful business, Spoonful of Faith.SHOW NOTESPainting pictures, literally and figuratively. That is what Jena does. Using the gifts that God blessed her with, she is able to empower women and businesses to share their stories through her art. She believes that everyone has gifts that God wants to use for His kingdom, and once she made the decision to walk with Jesus, He revealed what hers was and how to use it. Her advice? “Encourage yourself to not hide your story.” You never know – not only could your path be revealed, you could be the key to unlocking something for someone else. Visit her store at www.spoonfuloffaith.com For more Jena:Instagram @aspoonfuloffaithFacebook Spoonful of Faithhello@spoonfuloffaith.com

She’s a self-taught artist and illustrator from Minnesota who spends her days creating art filled with children, color and encouragement. Meet Jena Holliday and her beautiful business, Spoonful of Faith. SHOW NOTES Painting pictures, literally and figuratively. That is what Jena does. Using the gifts that God blessed her with, she is able to empower women and businesses to share their stories through her art. She believes that everyone has gifts that God wants to use for His kingdom, and once she made the decision to walk with Jesus, He revealed what hers was and how to use it. Her advice? “Encourage yourself to not hide your story.” You never know – not only could your path be revealed, you could be the key to unlocking something for someone else. Visit her store at www.spoonfuloffaith.com For more Jena: Instagram @aspoonfuloffaith Facebook Spoonful of Faith hello@spoonfuloffaith.com

As fast as they can text, millennials are sharing their concern and care for the world via social media. Michele Katsaris spoke with influencers Jena Holliday and Paige Taylor about how they are staying connected amid COVID-19. Connect with Jena: @aspoonfuloffaith Connect with Paige: @paigesproverbs Read the article: https://bit.ly/warcrystayconnected

Show notes coming…As always, this episode features the following music: Aspire by Scott Holmes, and Purple Light by Blue Dot Sessions.Enjoy the episode and remember to Create & Connect!

We might not all be the most creative people out there - but we all have the skills necessary to tap into it! As mothers we have to constantly tap into that to keep our children entertained! Jena Holliday and I talk about how she encourages each of us to nurture our imaginative side, how she built her illustration and design business while transitioning to a mom of 2, and how she wears all the hats. We talk about grace, failure, experiences, success and life transitions as mothers. We are all creative because we are like our creator, God. Jena Holliday If you're looking for your creative gifts, Jena suggests: Pray and ask to be shown what your gifts are Journal each day to start the daily practice of creating something Read a book about inspiring people and stories Find community and/or an accountability partner Sometimes we think we don't have time for that, but taking one day to ease your mind will make a world of difference. Jena Holliday Follow Jena! A Spoonful of Faith Mother Creative Co. Follow Mommifaceted on Facebook for the discussion after the podcast!

On this episode, I chat with Jena Holliday. Jena is a mother to two beautiful little kiddos, a wife, an illustrator, and is brilliant with her words. On this episode we discuss how she turned her passion into a business, going through tough times in motherhood, "balancing it all," and so much more.    Jena Holliday  www.spoonfuloffaith.com www.instagram.com/aspoonfuloffaith  www.instagram.com/aspoonfuloffaithstudio  

Join us for a quick interview with artist and entrepreneur Jena Holliday - who is both an illustrator and a woman using what she's got for the glory of God and the good of others. We'll talk a little about balance, seasons of life, and how she started doing what she's doing! Follow along with Jena and Spoonful of Faith on Instagram, or click here to shop her beautiful art.

In 2006, Jena Holliday was diagnosed with Lupus at the age of 18.  It rocked her world to be hit with such a hefty chronic illness at such a young age.  In this episode, Jena shares what she has learned in the last twelve years from her initial diagnosis, to doing life on her own, to surrendering to God, to trusting and praising him despite the diagnosis.  Today, Jena's journey and gifts are channeled into her blog Spoonful of Faith where she shares her life as a wife, mother, artist, and follower of God.  I was inspired by Jena's testimony of God's faithfulness come what may.   Resources mentioned: Isaiah 30:15   Follow Jena: Blog: http://www.spoonfuloffaith.com/ Instagram: @spoonfuloffaithstudio @aspoonfuloffaith @despitethediagnosis   Tears of Gold :: Stories of Hope www.tearsofgold.com tearsofgold16@gmail.com IG: @tearsofgold16 FB: @tearsofgold16  

According to Essence Magazine's "Black Girls Draw" series, "One of the greatest revolutionary acts as a Black person in America is Black motherhood." In our interview with illustrator, Jena Holliday, we discuss her artwork that represents the power of Black motherhood. In our discussion, Jena shares why she wanted to focus on Black motherhood, the importance of representation in art, and how being a mother inspired her own creativity. Jena also unveils an artist reflection of Parenting for Liberation's founder, Trina Greene Brown, being featured for her #100DaysofMotherhoodSOF To learn more about Jena's artwork, visit her design studio at www.spoonfuloffaith.com

Jena Holliday is my guest for The Happy Hour #171. Jena is a full-time artist, wife and work-at-home mother who loves Jesus and storytelling. She has a heart for encouraging women and mothers to go after their God-given dreams in whatever season they are in. On today's show, Jena and I spend a little time reminiscing on mix tapes, nokia phones and AOL dial up. Jena shares about growing up in the church and walking away until God called her to Himself intimately and individually. We talk about creativity, staying in your lane, and embracing the gifts that God has uniquely given you. Jena is giving Happy Hour listeners a generous discount from her shop using the code JIVEY30. So, make sure to go poke around her shop to make your last minute Christmas purchases! {You can listen to the showHERE. And of course, I would love if you would share with your friends. Just use the FB & Twitter links at the end of this post!} Links from the Show Jena's Shop :: Coupon JIVEY30 The Magnolia Story by Chip & Joanna Gaines + Creative Inc. by Meg Mateo Ilasco & Joy Deangdeelert Cho The Happy Hour Facebook Group Pre-Order If You Only Knew Connect with Jena Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors zSupplyLittle PassportsRing

This week we’re talking with Jena Holliday-- artist,  illustrator, and creator of Spoonful of Faith. You’ll hear us talk about what it’s like to mother when you have a chronic illness, and why autoimmune diseases can be especially mysterious and frustrating for so many women. Jena also offers gentle advice to moms who are struggling with their identity, and how to take the first step in chasing dreams. Plus, Jena and Lesley both get brave and share dreams they haven’t said out loud before! Like what you heard? Visit coffeeandcrumbs.net for more inspiration on your motherhood journey. And, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on iTunes! To help fund Season Two of the Coffee + Crumbs Podcast, head on over to our brand new Patreon support page.