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Today, we continue our Advent journey by entering a moment of profound humility in the Christmas story — a moment of divine descent. We pause with Mary as she receives Gabriel's astonishing message in Luke 1:31–33, and we reflect on the mystery of how the Son of the Most High chose to come not in power or prestige, but in vulnerability and dependence. Drawing from Bette Dickinson's devotional Making Room in Advent, we consider how God's choice to descend into our humanity reveals His heart, and how His downward movement invites us to follow in love, vulnerability, and humility. I hope you'll listen in. Get Faith & Feeling's weekly resource email Watch this episode on YouTube Grab a copy of my book Stop Saying I'm Fine Connect with me on my website Find me on Instagram @__taylorjoy__ Key words: Advent season, spiritual formation, vulnerability, listening, creativity, emotions, curiosity, presence, process, courage, self-awareness, emotional health, personal growth, waiting, hope, connection

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Today I'm sharing an update about the breakup of my polyamorous triad with Scott and Jess, reflecting on the challenges of differing relationship needs. I discuss the evolution of my relationships, the importance of self-fulfillment, and lessons I've learned about communication, boundaries, and embracing change. I encourage you to cultivate a full life outside of partnerships and offer insights into navigating love, loss, and growth within open relationships. I also hint at some upcoming life events and future podcast topics.Timestamps by PodSqueezeIntroduction and Setting the Stage (00:00:03)Jen introduces the podcast, mentions the recent breakup, and sets up the episode's focus.Reflecting on the Triad Vacation (00:01:24)Jen recalls their first vacation as a triad and the joy of having a third partner.Scott's Desire for Openness (00:02:33)Scott expresses his need for a more open relationship, leading to conflict with Jess.Jess's Need for Stability and the Breakup (00:03:47)Jess asserts her need for monogamy and stability, resulting in the end of the triad.Being the Person in the Middle (00:05:44)Jen discusses the pain and challenges of being caught between two partners with conflicting needs.How Relationship Dynamics Change (00:07:01)Jen reflects on how needs and dynamics shift over time, using her marriages as examples.Personal Growth Through Relationships (00:08:14)Jen shares her journey of self-discovery and growth during her second marriage.Sexual Awakening and Changing Needs (00:09:05)Jen describes her late-30s sexual awakening and the resulting end of her second marriage.Accelerated Change in Open Relationships (00:10:09)Jen explains how open relationships can accelerate personal and relational growth.Shifting Dynamics with Scott and Steph (00:11:16)Jen recounts how relationship dynamics with Scott and Steph evolved, including role reversals.Tossing Out Relationship Rules (00:12:23)Jen discusses moving away from rigid rules and embracing fluidity in open relationships.Evolving Relationship with Steph (00:13:45)Jen details how her relationship with Steph changed after Scott left the triad.Intentional Time and Changing Expectations (00:15:45)Jen describes efforts to schedule intentional time with Steph and how expectations shifted.Letting Go of Guilt and Societal Roles (00:19:10)Jen learns to release guilt and societal expectations, focusing on authentic connection.Self-Fulfillment Outside of Partners (00:20:20)Jen emphasizes the importance of self-fulfillment and not relying solely on partners for happiness.Making Room for New Connections (00:22:37)Jen discusses being open to new partners and connections as life and needs change.Lessons from the Breakup with Jess (00:23:34)Jen reflects on the pain of losing Jess and the importance of letting people come and go.Unattached Love and Relationship Choice (00:25:49)Jen shares insights about unattached love and choosing relationships without rigid requirements.Outro and Upcoming Life Events (00:26:44)Jen wraps up, mentions upcoming travel, moving, and thanks listeners for their support.Podcast Closing and Listener Engagement (00:28:36)Closing remarks, encouraging feedback, topic suggestions, and sharing the podcast.Follow The Open Bedroom Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/theopenbedroompodcast/

Today, we begin our Advent journey by entering a quiet moment in the Christmas story — a moment of hiddenness and waiting. We explore Elizabeth's five months of solitude in Luke 1:23–25 and reflect on how God used that secluded space to reshape her identity and nurture new life within her. Drawing from Bette Dickinson's Making Room in Advent, we consider how solitude becomes a sacred womb where God does his deepest work in us. I hope you'll listen in. Get Faith & Feeling's weekly resource email Watch this episode on YouTube Grab a copy of my book Stop Saying I'm Fine Connect with me on my website Find me on Instagram @__taylorjoy__ Key words: Advent season, spiritual formation, solitude, silence, listening, creativity, emotions, vulnerability, curiosity, presence, process, courage, self-awareness, emotional health, personal growth, waiting, hope

Making Room Week Three - Making Room For God In Our Disappointment by Pastor Troy Powell

Whitney and Scott welcome Bobby Raulerson back to the studio to discuss the new Advent Guide our staff have developed for the month of December. They talk about the origins of Advent, the vision for the new guide, other events coming up, and our prayer for our members this Advent season. If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at https://grace.sc/resources/podcasts/memberspodcast/

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A verse by verse Bible teaching through Exodus 36-40 by Pastor Brock Ashley.

Welcome to Meizon Church. This is Episode #241 "The Inn - Making Room" DIGITAL CONNECT CARD Fill out the online connect card... https://meizon.churchcenter.com/peopl... FINANCIALLY SUPPORT MEIZON CHURCH Give Online: https://meizon.churchcenter.com/giving Mail a Check to: Meizon Church 3411 NW 83rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606 LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: / @meizongnv Contact our lead team... Vision Pastor - Kevin Bruchert - kevin@meizonchurch.com Operations Pastor - Miranda West - miranda@meizonchurch.com Credits: Producer: Jack Bruchert FOH Sound: Josh Bantillo Band: Heather Nations, David Nations, Kevin Bruchert Communion: Tony Oravet, Cate Oravet Host: Erin Bruchert Message: Miranda West Our Core Team: Dawn Bekaert Kate Mitchell Paul Crouch Kevin Bruchert David Nations Meizon Church CCLI License # 20909759

We cannot begin Advent with angels and wise men and choirs. We cannot start where the tinsel and glitter is. We have to begin small, quiet, and unnoticed. We have to begin the way the story grew in Mary. The way it still grows in us.

Preparation for the Christmas season can often feel busy and frantic, but it doesn't have to be this way. What if we stopped and listened to the movement and unfolding of God's plan around us? Next week on the podcast, we'll begin walking through one of favorite advent devotionals Making Room in Advent by Bette Dickinson. Today, I wanted to give us the chance to get to know her a little bit before we begin. Bette brings such wisdom and depth into this conversation. I want to invite you to take your time listening and really pondering what she offers us today. Bette helps us reimagine Advent not as another thing to rush through, but as an invitation to pause and make room for God's movement in and around us. She reminds us that God often speaks in the most unlikely spaces... in Scripture and in our own lives. I hope you'll listen in. Use the MRA25 to receive 25% off the devotional on Bette's website. Thought-provoking quotes: “Allowing yourself to slow down may be the greatest gift you give yourself — and the world — in this season.” - Bette Dickinson “What would it look like to allow Jesus to grow within your soul this season — with all the aches and vulnerability that come with new birth? Even your longings and your losses are not lost on God. They can become the very place of encounter.” - Bette Dickinson “There's a reason Paul says he is ‘in the pains of childbirth until Christ is formed in us.' The journey of being transformed — of letting God grow something new within us — is vulnerable. It requires surrender. It often feels like limitation. But that is the invitation of Advent. Whether we're carrying longing, disappointment, joy, or exhaustion, God wants to form something in us. Christ can be born in us in ways we don't expect.” - Bette Dickinson Get Faith & Feeling's weekly resource email Watch this episode on YouTube Grab a copy of my book Stop Saying I'm Fine Connect with me on my website Find me on Instagram @__taylorjoy__ Key words: Advent devotional, Advent season, incarnation, spiritual formation, creativity, embodied faith, art, contemplative practices, breath prayers vulnerability, longing, Advent practices, slowing down, Bette Dickinson, waiting, hope, wonder

Making Room Week Two - Making Room For God To Do Miracles by Pastor Troy Powell

Join us for "Who Is A Deacon?" A discussion of Acts 6:1-5a,7 with Dr. Matt Homeyer from the sermon series Making Room in the Heart. This episode aired on November 16th, 2025.

Join us for "The Great Commandment and The Great Commission" A discussion with Dr. Matt Homeyer from the sermon series Making Room in the Heart. This episode aired on November 23rd, 2025.

In this deeply honest and joy-filled episode of Choosing Joy, host Deborah Joy Winans Williams welcomes actress, producer, and mother Ryan Michelle Bathé for a soul-nourishing conversation about embracing the chaos of life without apology. From navigating marriage with fellow actor Sterling K. Brown to building a life rooted in faith, humor, and resilience, Ryan opens up about the lessons, missteps, and mantras that keep her grounded. Together, they unpack what it means to redefine womanhood, honor your emotional bandwidth, and build a home full of love—even when your champagne flutes are mismatched. Ryan shares vulnerable reflections on aging, self-care, parenting through exhaustion, and finding joy in a world that rarely slows down. With warmth, wisdom, and a whole lot of laughter, this episode is a celebration of imperfection, intention, and unapologetic Black womanhood. If you've ever felt the weight of being everything for everyone, or struggled to feel safe in your own skin, this one’s for you. Chapter Markers 00:00 – Building a Life of Joy03:00 – Australia, Motherhood & God's Surprises06:00 – 19 Years of Marriage & Unpredictable Careers09:00 – Faith, Stubbornness & Acting as a Calling12:00 – Hollywood Rejection & Learning to Stay15:00 – Parenting & Losing Yourself in the Process18:00 – Perimenopause, Health, and Black Women Aging21:00 – Family, Fear & Avoiding the Doctor24:00 – Illness, ALS, and Loving Through Change27:00 – Alzheimer’s, Caregiving & Choosing Joy Daily30:00 – You Don’t Have to Get Through it Pretty33:00 – Marriage Realizations & Letting Go of Perfection36:00 – Church Culture, Legacy & Beautiful Homes39:00 – Broken Glass & Emotional Meltdowns42:00 – Stewardship, Provision & Taking Care of What God Gives44:00 – Growing With Your Partner & Listening Deeply47:00 – Community, Evolution & Loving the Present49:00 – One Word She Wants Her Sons to RememberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Making Room Week One - Making Room for God in Our Homes by Pastor Troy Powell

As we enter the Advent season, I've been longing for a way to slow down. To step away from the rush of December and make a little more room for stillness and wonder. And I thought… maybe you've been craving that, too. So this December, we'll be walking through one of my all-time favorite Advent books: Making Room in Advent by Bette Dickinson. If you've never read it, this book beautifully weaves together Scripture, art, and reflection in a way that helps you connect not just with the story of Jesus' coming, but with your own story, too. Through the Advent season, we'll journey together through the devotional, week by week, creating space to pause, to breathe, and to open our hearts to the ways God is already at work—even in the waiting. Check out Bette Dickinson's devotional Making Room in Advent Get Faith & Feeling's weekly resource email Watch this episode on YouTube Grab a copy of my book Stop Saying I'm Fine Connect with me on my website Find me on Instagram @__taylorjoy__ Key words: Advent season, devotional, Bette Dickinson, spiritual formation, creativity, emotions, vulnerability,, curiosity, presence, reflection, process, courage, self-awareness, Stop Saying I'm Fine, emotional health, personal growth, art, waiting, hope

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This week's Arsenal Opinion is therapy in name only — because everyone's feeling suspiciously good. Pedro, Matt, and Jacob try to process the weird calm that comes with a 10-game winning streak, a record defensive run, and a fanbase already booking trophy parades. They dive into:

Do you assume that your mother-in-law / daughter-in-law relationship is doomed to fail?  Are you avoiding her and pulling away?In this conversation, Stacey Reaoch joins me to explore the complex relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. Sharing thoughts from her book, Making Room for Her, Stacey and I talk about some breakthrough practices from the Bible to create connection and cultivate love.Judgy SeriesGuest: Stacy ReaochGet your Free Resource: 20 Page WorkbookRecommended Resources: Check out Shannon's Amazon Storefront HEREResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinStacy's BioStacy Reaoch is an author, mom of four and has been married to her pastor husband, Ben, for 25 years. Stacy is passionate about studying the Bible and helping women apply Gospel truths to daily life through Bible study, discipleship and writing. She and Ben enjoy serving together at Three Rivers Grace Church in Pittsburgh, PA. Stacy's writing has been featured on various websites including Desiring God, The Gospel Coalition and Revive Our Hearts. Stacy is the author of Beautiful Freedom- How the Bible Shapes Your View of Appearance, Food and Fitness and is the co-author (along with her mother-in-law, Barbara) of Making Room for Her: Biblical Wisdom for a Healthier Relationship with Your Mother-In-Law or Daughter-In-Law.Connect with StacyInstagramFacebookWebsiteCheck out more episodes in the Judgy Series.Get your Free Live Like It's True Workbook.Check out Resound Media. Search by Section of the Bible or Series! We've now made it easy for you to search for an episode on a particular story of the Bible. Download your FREE Live Like it's true Workbook. Here are Shannon's favorite tools for studying the narrative sections of your Bible on your own, or with friends. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

In this episode, Brooke teaches from her "Expand Your Capacity" framework, empowering faith-driven women to move beyond feelings of exhaustion and limitation. Brooke shares core spiritual strategies for building with peace instead of pressure, highlighting the power of surrendering personal striving in favor of making room for God to work through us. She encourages listeners to shift from a mindset of lack to one of supernatural overflow by embracing the truth that our next level requires capacity, not more hustle. Through prayer and heartfelt encouragement, Brooke inspires women to steward their God-given gifts with renewed energy, purpose, and alignment, reminding us all that it's in His strength—not our own—that we are equipped for greater impact. To dive into Brooke's full "Expand Your Capacity" training, visit brookethomas.com/expand    Timestamps: 

Join us for "Generous Discipleship" A discussion of 2 Corinthians 8: 8-11 with Dr. Matt Homeyer from the sermon series Making Room in the Heart. This episode aired on November 2nd, 2025.

In week two of Making Room for More, we explore Jesus' story of a feast that no one showed up to—and a host who kept inviting anyway. In Luke 14, we see that the kingdom of God isn't a lecture hall or a stadium, but a table where grace keeps making room for one more. This message invites us to trade convenience for connection and discover how our own tables can become places where heaven touches earth.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC.Support the show

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Is your relationship with your mother-in-law or daughter-in-law difficult? Is she doing it all wrong? Are you fiercely tempted to judge?In this episode, Stacey Reaoch joins me for a heartfelt conversation about how expectations and backgrounds can threaten the tender relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. Get some biblical wisdom on mending difficult relationships and cultivating peace.Judgy SeriesGuest: Stacy ReaochGet your Free Resource: 20 Page WorkbookRecommended Resources: Check out Shannon's Amazon Storefront HEREResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinStacy's BioStacy Reaoch is an author, mom of four and has been married to her pastor husband, Ben, for 25 years. Stacy is passionate about studying the Bible and helping women apply Gospel truths to daily life through Bible study, discipleship and writing. She and Ben enjoy serving together at Three Rivers Grace Church in Pittsburgh, PA. Stacy's writing has been featured on various websites including Desiring God, The Gospel Coalition and Revive Our Hearts. Stacy is the author of Beautiful Freedom- How the Bible Shapes Your View of Appearance, Food and Fitness and is the co-author (along with her mother-in-law, Barbara) of Making Room for Her: Biblical Wisdom for a Healthier Relationship with Your Mother-In-Law or Daughter-In-Law.Connect with Stacy:InstagramFacebookWebsiteCheck out more episodes in the Judgy Series.Get your Free Live Like It's True Workbook.Check out Resound Media. Search by Section of the Bible or Series! We've now made it easy for you to search for an episode on a particular story of the Bible. Download your FREE Live Like it's true Workbook. Here are Shannon's favorite tools for studying the narrative sections of your Bible on your own, or with friends. Visit www.shannonpopkin.com/promises/ to learn more about my six-week Bible study with Our Daily Bread, titled, "Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith." Learn how you too can be shaped by the promises of our faithful God. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

Join us for "Shared Grief" A discussion of 2 Corinthians 7: 2-7  with Dr. Matt Homeyer from the sermon series Making Room in the Heart. This episode aired on October 26th, 2025.

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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.How many times have you come to the end of the holiday season feeling like December went by in a blur of pointless activity and stress?Today I want to encourage you to take time early on to be thoughtful and purposeful with your holiday schedule. I will give you some tips on how to hold a family meeting and do some backwards planning so that you can maintain margin to savor the season, to delight in the small joys of Christmas, and to welcome whatever God ordains for your days. NOTES & LINKSMM #11 Stress Free Party Planning (Backwards Planning Basics)Backwards Planning Sheets with 2025 Blank CalendarMargin: Restoring Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Time Reserves to Our Overloaded Lives | Richard Swenson, NavPress, 2003.RECIPE EXCHANGEGet recipes, make friends & support The Art of Home! Leave your tip of $5 or more by October 24, 2025!!https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/recipe Support the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCES Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum Newsletter Archive JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide SUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Voicemail |Instagram | Facebook | Website | Email Follow | Follow The Podcast Support | theartofhomepodcast.com/support **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

In this message, “Making Room for More”, Johannes Escudero unpacks how true generosity starts with intentional stewardship. Teaching from Leviticus 23, Johannes reminds us that in God's Kingdom, generosity and tithing go hand in hand. When we understand our margin, we can make room for more of what God wants to do through us.

BONUS: The Evolution of Agile - From Project Management to Adaptive Intelligence, With Mario Aiello In this BONUS episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Mario Aiello, a veteran agility thinker who has witnessed and shaped the evolution of Agile from its earliest days. Now freshly retired, Mario shares decades of hard-won insights about what works, what doesn't, and where Agile is headed next. This conversation challenges conventional thinking about methodologies, certifications, and what it truly means to be an Agile coach in complex environments. The Early Days: Agilizing Before Agile Had a Name "I came from project management and project management was, for me, was not working. I used to be a wishful liar, basically, because I used to manipulate reports in such a way that would please the listener. I knew it was bullshit." Mario's journey into Agile began around 2001 at Sun Microsystems, where he was already experimenting with iterative approaches while the rest of the world was still firmly planted in traditional project management. Working in Palo Alto, he encountered early adopters discussing Extreme Programming and had an "aha moment" - realizing that concepts like short iterations, feedback loops, and learning could rescue him from the unsustainable madness of traditional project management. He began incorporating these ideas into his work with PRINCE2, calling stages "iterations" and making them as short as possible. His simple agile approach focused on: work on the most important thing first, finish it, then move to the next one, cooperate with each other, and continuously improve. The Trajectory of Agile: From Values to Mechanisms "When the craze of methodologies came about, I started questioning the commercialization and monetization of methodologies. That's where things started to get a little bit complicated because the general focus drifted from values and principles to mechanisms and metrics." Mario describes witnessing three distinct phases in Agile's evolution. The early days were authentic - software developers speaking from the heart about genuine needs for new ways of working. The Agile Manifesto put important truths in front of everyone. However, as methodologies became commercialized, the focus shifted dangerously away from the core values and principles toward prescriptive mechanisms, metrics, and ceremonies. Mario emphasizes that when you focus on values and principles, you discover the purpose behind changing your ways of working. When you focus only on mechanics, you end up just doing things without real purpose - and that's when Agile became a noun, with people trying to "be agile" instead of achieving agility. He's clear that he's not against methodologies like Scrum, XP, SAFe, or LeSS - but rather against their mindless application without understanding the essence behind them. Making Sense Before Methodology: The Four-Fit Framework "Agile for me has to be fit for purpose, fit for context, fit for practice, and I even include a fourth dimension - fit for improvement." Rather than jumping straight to methodology selection, Mario advocates for a sense-making approach. First, understand your purpose - why do you want Agile? Then examine your context - where do you live, how does your company work? Only after making sense of the gap between your current state and where the values and principles suggest you should be, should you choose a methodology. This might mean Scrum for complex environments, or perhaps a flow-based approach for more predictable work, or creating your own hybrid. The key insight is that anyone who understands Agile's principles and values is free to create their own approach - it's fundamentally about plan, do, inspect, and adapt. Learning Through Failure: Context is Paramount "I failed more often than I won. That teaches you - being brave enough to say I failed, I learned, I move on because I'm going to use it better next time." Mario shares pivotal learning moments from his career, including an early attempt to "agilize PRINCE2" in a command-and-control startup environment. While not an ultimate success, this battle taught him that context is paramount and cannot be ignored. You must start by understanding how things are done today - identifying what's good (keep doing it), what's bad (try to improve it), and what's ugly (eradicate it to the extent possible). This lesson shaped his next engagement at a 300-person organization, where he spent nearly five months preparing the organizational context before even introducing Scrum. He started with "simple agile" practices, then took a systems approach to the entire delivery system. A Systems Approach: From Idea to Cash "From the moment sales and marketing people get brilliant ideas they want built, until the team delivers them into production and supports them - all that is a system. You cannot have different parts finger-pointing." Mario challenges the common narrow view of software development systems. Rather than focusing only on prioritization, development, and testing, he advocates for considering everything that influences delivery - from conception through to cash. His approach involved reorganizing an entire office floor, moving away from functional silos (sales here, marketing there, development over there) to value stream-based organization around products. Everyone involved in making work happen, including security, sales, product design, and client understanding, is part of the system. In one transformation, he shifted security from being gatekeepers at the end of the line to strategic partners from day one, embedding security throughout the entire value stream. This comprehensive systems thinking happened before formal Scrum training began. Beyond the Job Description: What Can an Agile Coach Really Do? "I said to some people, I'm not a coach. I'm just somebody that happens to have experience. How can I give something that can help and maybe influence the system?" Mario admits he doesn't qualify as a coach by traditional standards - he has no formal coaching qualifications. His coaching approach comes from decades of Rugby experience and focuses on establishing relationships with teams, understanding where they're going, and helping them make sense of their path forward. He emphasizes adaptive intelligence - the probe, sense, respond cycle. Rather than trying to change everything at once and capsizing the boat, he advocates for challenging one behavior at a time, starting with the most important, encouraging adaptation, and probing quickly to check for impact of specific changes. His role became inviting people to think outside the box, beyond the rigidity of their training and certifications, helping individuals and teams who could then influence the broader system even when organizational change seemed impossible. The Future: Adaptive Intelligence and Making Room for Agile "I'm using a lot of adaptive intelligence these days - probe, sense, respond, learn and adapt. That sequence will take people places." Looking ahead, Mario believes the valuable core of Agile - its values and principles - will remain, but the way we apply them must evolve. He advocates for adaptive intelligence approaches that emphasize sense-making and continuous learning rather than rigid adherence to frameworks. As he enters retirement, Mario is determined to make room for Agile in his new life, seeking ways to give back to the community through his blog, his new Substack "Adaptive Ways," and by inviting others to think differently. He's exploring a "pay as you wish" approach to sharing his experience, recognizing that while he may not be a traditional coach or social media expert, his decades of real-world experience - with its failures and successes - holds value for those still navigating the complexity of organizational change. About Mario Aiello Retired from full-time work, Mario is an agility thinker shaped by real-world complexity, not dogma. With decades in VUCA environments, he blends strategic clarity, emotional intelligence, and creative resilience. He designs context-driven agility, guiding teams and leaders beyond frameworks toward genuine value, adaptive systems, and meaningful transformation. You can link with Mario Aiello on LinkedIn, visit his website at Agile Ways.

In Episode 182, Becca Darke, Colorado College Women's Soccer Hall of Famer, former PE Teacher, former Athletes in Action staff, mother of five, and, yes, wife of Phil, shares with Phil and Paul about her journey from hockey-centric Minnesota to her youth and collegiate soccer career, how she battled injuries, and her growing faith that led her to ministry in sports. Becca shares her experiences as the Atlanta Beat Chaplain, affirming the role of soccer in shaping character, leadership, and relationships. Becca also reflects on her personal 'why,' how Scripture continually shapes her, the importance of “making room” for others in our lives, and lessons from the game that have been applied in her marriage, parenting, and teaching roles. Resources and Links from this Episode ·      Uncut Video of the Episode ·      Warrior Way Soccer ·      Phil's email for DISC Training ·      Nations United Website ·      Lead with Prayer, Peter Greer, Ryan Skoog, Cameron Doolittle ·      Horst Richardson HSEL Episode

Do you feel like you've hit a limit in your faith, your purpose, or your capacity? In this episode, Christine Caine unpacks Isaiah 54:1–3 to remind us that God calls His people to enlarge, stretch, lengthen, and strengthen so they can carry His purposes into a broken world. Through personal stories and biblical insights, Christine challenges you to clear the clutter, step out of your comfort zone, and lean into God's strength for the season ahead. This message will inspire you to prepare for the expansion God wants to bring into your life. ✨ Listen in & you'll discover: ●  How to identify what's cluttering your heart and make space for God's presence. ●  Why stretching beyond comfort zones is key to spiritual growth. ●  How to exchange your weakness for God's strength in seasons of expansion. Get your free Episode Reflection Guide → http://bit.ly/4gx1ZYk + + + + ️ SUBSCRIBE: https://bit.ly/ChristineCaineSubscribe ORDER Christine's newest book, Don't Look Back → https://linktr.ee/christinecaine  ORDER Christine's new devotional, "You're Not Finished Yet" → https://linktr.ee/christinecaine For more great stuff, check out: LISTEN to Christine Caine's Life and Leadership Podcast→ https://linktr.ee/christinecaine DONATE to Equip & Empower Ministries: https://linktr.ee/christinecaine Follow Christine on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChristineCaine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theChristineCaine/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChristineCaine Christine Caine is a speaker, activist, and bestselling author who awakens people everywhere to discover their God-given purpose and live transformed lives for Jesus. Alongside her husband, Nick, she founded A21, a global anti-human trafficking organization that prevents exploitation, recovers victims, and empowers survivors. She also launched Propel Women, an initiative equipping women worldwide to follow Jesus wholeheartedly and live confidently in their calling. Through Equip & Empower, Christine activates people everywhere to live on mission for Jesus. Christine is the author of more than a dozen books and Bible studies, and she holds a Master's Degree in Evangelism and Leadership from Wheaton College. For over 30 years, she and Nick have faithfully served the global Church. You can tune into her weekly Equip & Empower and Life & Leadership podcasts for practical insights and encouragement, always pointing to the hope found in Jesus. Christine and Nick live with their daughters, Catherine and Sophia. To learn more about Christine and her resources, visit http://www.christinecaine.com.

Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.In this second installment of our Making Room Series, I'm joined by special guest, Jessica Fisher, to tackle Making Room in Your Budget for the holidays. We will look at 3 best practices you can implement now to avoid overbuying, stress, and Christmas debt. Let's make room in our budgets this holiday season for giving and celebrating with generosity, gratitude and joy.NOTES & RESOURCESJessica's Links:www.lifeasmom.com & www.goodcheapeats.comChristmas Budget Worksheet (free) on lifeasmom.comHoliday Baking Supply Checklist (free) on goodcheapeats.comHoliday Success Kit Christmas Planner on goodcheapeats.com, use code ALLISON25 for 25% off your orderFULL SHOW NOTES AND LINKS on the companion blog post for this episode. www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "MM 36".RECIPE EXCHANGEGet recipes, make friends & support The Art of Home! Leave your tip of $5 or more by October 24, 2025!!https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/recipe Support the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCES Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum Newsletter Archive JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide SUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Voicemail |Instagram | Facebook | Website | Email Follow | Follow The Podcast Support | theartofhomepodcast.com/support Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

Sign up for my newsletter to receive fresh posts, encouragement, and Bible reflections straight to your inbox. There is a blog post that accompanies this episode at PrMarlon.comConnect with me.Check out our church at Cloverdale.orgThe intro music Fleet of Happy Fingers by Ryan BellChapters 0:14 Introduction to Prioritizing God 1:55 The Importance of Priorities 4:39 Habits Define Our Priorities 8:09 Starting Your Day Right 10:00 Making Room for God 11:53 Matthew Chapter 16 Insights 16:09 The Challenge of Self-Denial 18:05 Embracing God's Call to Action 19:53 Understanding Salvation and Works 27:51 The Heart of True Worship 31:39 Abiding in Christ 34:57 Staying Committed to Your Faith 38:15 The Power of Surrender 40:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

At electric vehicle charging stations across the US, some drivers overstay their time at “fast-chargers,” which are designed to help drivers quickly charge their cars and get back on the road. To resolve this unkind behavior, one of the largest charging networks has implemented strict time limits at some of its busiest stations. When a vehicle's battery charge reaches eighty-five percent, the driver must make room for the next car in need of a charge. The apostle Paul encouraged believers in Jesus to humbly “value others above [themselves]” (Philippians 2:3). He addressed an issue that was grating the Philippian church—self-centeredness. The people desired recognition and distinction, not from pure motives but from “selfish ambition” (v. 3). Paul urged the believers to have the mind of Christ and to look “to the interests of the others” (v.4). This didn’t mean that they should forget their own needs in an unhealthy way, but that they would care for others' needs as those who “have the same mindset as Christ Jesus” (v. 5). The apostle encouraged the Philippians to empty themselves of pride and to humbly make room for others. The ultimate motivation for making room? Love. As we seek to imitate Christ’s example each day (vv. 6-11), He can help us make room for others by viewing them with His loving eyes.

Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.Today, I am beginning a series of Monday Motivations all about Making Room for the Holidays. Over the next four weeks I will give you ideas for making room in your home, your budget, your schedule and your heart. I know it's only October, and I promise not to play Christmas music, but if we wait until December to make room in our space, finances, calendars and ourselves, we will likely become overwhelmed and default to survival mode. My aim for this series is to give you ideas and tools to make room for not just surviving, but thriving in and truly enjoying the holiday season. NOTES & LINKSFor full show notes and the  FREE Making Room in Your Home Check List visit theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM#35"Support the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCES Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum Newsletter Archive JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide SUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Voicemail |Instagram | Facebook | Website | Email Follow | Follow The Podcast Support | theartofhomepodcast.com/support Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

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For many of us, faith has been shaped by pressure to perform and produce. But in John 15, Jesus gives us another way: abiding in the True Vine. In this episode, Gem Fadling sits down with artist and author Bette Dickinson to explore how God as the loving Vinedresser leads us not toward exhaustion, but toward flourishing. If you’ve felt weighed down by striving or longed for a slower, more organic spirituality, this conversation will help you rediscover a rooted, fruitful faith. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why God’s primary concern isn’t productivity but flourishing The difference between an industrial approach to faith and an organic one How natural seasons reflect Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection The meaning of abiding as our place of belonging and identity in Christ How to trust fruit will emerge over time without forced busyness Resources & References Mentioned: The Art of Vinemaking: Flourishing in a Productivity-Driven Culture Making Room in Advent by Bette Dickinson John 15: The Vine and the Branches About Today’s Guest – Bette DickinsonBette Dickinson is a prophetic artist, author, and contemplative guide. Through her writing, artwork, and teaching, she invites others to encounter God’s presence in embodied and imaginative ways. She is the author of The Art of Vinemaking and Making Room in Advent: 25 Devotions for a Season of Wonder. ______________________________________________________ Connect with Gem on Instagram and learn more on the Unhurried Living website and her new book, Hold That Thought: Sorting Through the Voices in Our Heads Learn about PACE: Certificate in Leadership and Soul Care Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Karl Vaters interviews Leanne Friesen about grief. Specifically, how pastors, family members, and other caring people can help give people the room to process their grief when they go through a profound loss. Karl and Leanne also talk about how to process those feelings ourselves.Leanne is a former pastor and is the author of Grieving Room: Making Space for All the Hard Things after Death and Loss. She talks with wisdom and compassion about the difficult, but important principles she learned as she went through the death of her sister more than a decade ago.Links:Grieving Room: Making Space for All the Hard Things after Death and LossInstagram: @Grieving.Room and @leanne_friesenLeanneFriesen.comFacebook: A Little Bit of Grieving Room Bonus videoHow to Give People Room When They're Not “Getting Over” Their Grief, with Leanne FriesenKarl Vaters interviews Leanne Friesen about one of the hardest aspects of grief – what happens when you can't seem to “get over it” the way people seem to think you should?As Leanne explains, when a loved one dies, the ones who have lost them need room for grief to be a part of their lives for the rest of their life. By recognizing this, they can deal with it in a much healthier way.Links:Grieving Room: Making Space for All the Hard Things after Death and LossTo get Bonus Content every week, click here to become a Financial Partner, or here to subscribe to the Free Weekly Newsletter.

All Christians are called to be hospitable, but that doesn't mean hospitality looks the same for everyone. Today we'll hear about the “why” of hospitality and we'll also explore creative ways to open our home and life to others, no matter our circumstances.Link to handout: https://regardinghim.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Making-Room-breakout-session.pdf Reach out at: unshakenpsalm622@gmail.com Christ the Word Sermons https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christ-the-word-church-sermons/id1515599033 Christ the Word Truth and Life https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christ-the-word-church-sunday-classes/id1699277705 Fellow Heirs Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fellow-heirs/id171490

Jazzy vocalist Mae Powell has experienced a major break-up. The kind of major break-up that led her to move to the farm where her mom lives so that she could take the time to process and figure out her next steps. Eventually she wrote “Where Will Love Go?” for her new album Making Room for the Light. Accustomed to devoting all of her attention to that one person that was no longer there, Powell felt overwhelmed by the love and care that she could no longer funnel through. Writing helped her figure things out and led her to realize that she’d need to learn to love herself before she could send that love anywhere else.  

This week Sam Talbert joins us to discus what it means to have hospitality in all spaces of our lives, and how that can translate into forming relationships that open up opportunities to talk about Jesus (in not a weird way).  Connect with Us | Text Us: (650)600-0402