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When doubts and questions started to emerge for church planter and author Niki Hardy, it was hard to know what to do with them. Niki Hardy shares her journey of learning to get real with God, learning to talk and process with Him in a new way, in this vulnerable and important conversation with AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4joqdUE 

Ever felt like your faith was hanging by a thread—but you were too afraid to say it out loud?In this episode, I sit down with author, speaker, and spiritual guide Niki Hardy to talk about her newest book, God, Can We Chat?, and the freedom we find when we stop pretending everything's fine and bring our real questions to God.After walking through deep grief, spiritual burnout, and what she calls “death by a thousand paper cuts,” Niki realized that asking hard questions didn't mean she was losing her faith—it meant she was fighting for it.Together, we unpack:Why your doubts aren't dangerous—but actually essential to real faithHow to ask God hard questions without fear, guilt, or shameThe 5 lies we believe that keep us from honest conversations with GodThe CHAT framework to help you process pain with God (and not just about Him)Why Jesus gives you permission to wrestle, grieve, and not have it all figured outWhether you're grieving, burnt out, or secretly scared you're losing your faith—this conversation will remind you that God welcomes your questions and walks with you through the mess.✨ Quote to Remember:“God isn't intimidated by your questions—He's already holding space for them.”

Today, I'm so glad to talk with author, speaker, and friend, Niki Hardy. Niki is the author of three books, including her latest, God, Can We Chat?, in which she writes about doubt and faith at the same time. Whether you're a doubting believer, a believing doubter, or you're not quite sure, we're going to get into what happens when we come to the intersection of faith, doubt, and skepticism. I hope you'll listen in.   LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Order God, Can We Chat? by Niki Hardy Visit Niki's website Follow Niki on Instagram Find Niki on Substack Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide" Download the transcript

It wasn’t one big event that caused her to doubt her faith, it was more like a million paper cuts. Niki Hardy, author of God, Can We Chat? knows what it’s like to look for answers and certainty to save your faith, but the truth is, certainty is a fickle friend. God and faith are a mystery after all. Looking at her today: missionary from the UK, Christian author, and international speaker - you’d never guess that she would wrestle with doubt. But when Niki lost her mom to cancer, then her sister, and was diagnosed with cancer herself she feared she might lose her faith altogether. Yes, our questions hold power but not to destroy or weaken our faith, but strengthen it - one honest chat at a time.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wgnbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm thrilled to welcome Niki Hardy to the show this week! Niki is the author of the Audie Award-nominated Breathe Again and One Minute Prayers for Women With Cancer. Her newest book, God, Can We Chat? A Daringly Honest Guide to Growing Closer to God, One Doubt at a Time, hit shelves in March, which I'm so excited to chat about today.  Niki has left corporate life, moved continents, gone to seminary, planted churches, launched businesses and nonprofits, and navigated seasons of deep loss, cancer, church hurt, and painful uncertainty. Through it all, she firmly believes that God loves a cheerful doubter. In this conversation, we talk about what it means to bring your real questions and struggles to God, and how to navigate those seasons when it feels like He's silent. It's a rich and hope-filled reminder that joy can exist even in the hardest seasons. 4:30 – Niki 101 •    Moving from the UK to North Carolina •    What led Niki to becoming an author •    Niki's family and love for nature  6:11 – The Cheerful Doubter •    Niki's struggle to reconcile her doubts •    Turning towards God in times of doubt •    How doubt and faith can coexist  12:51 – Walking in Doubt •    For the person that feels let down by God •    Practical steps for doubt walking  •    The acronym “CHAT” 23:35 – The Legacy of Doubting Saints •    Peter walking on water •    Devotional elements and exercises Niki's book •    Holding doubts and joys together  29:08 – God, Can We Speed Chat? •    Rapid fire questions with Niki  •    Where you can connect with Niki  •    Getting your copy of God, Can We Chat? FEATURED QUOTES “I think God actually loves a cheerful doubter. I think he'd rather we came to him than we just slid out the side door.” “Feel free to question His presence and His provision and His providence and His goodness and His mercy, and cry out to Him, but turn towards him, not away from him.” “I think holding the doubt and the questions and the confusion in tension with the joy and the love and the faith that we do have is just such a healthy way of walking our faith journey out.”   Learn more about Niki: https://www.nikihardy.com/ Get your copy of God, Can We Chat? https://www.nikihardy.com/godcanwechat Niki on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NikiHardyauthor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niki.hardy/?hl=en

In this episode of the Radical Radiance Podcast, Niki Hardy and Rebecca George discuss the journey of faith, doubt, and the importance of trusting God in uncertain times. They reflect on personal experiences, the significance of God's character, and how suffering can lead to transformation. The conversation emphasizes the need for intimacy with God, even amidst doubt, and encourages listeners to check God's credentials through past faithfulness.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Order You're Not Too Late on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Order God, Can We Chat? Sponsors:Christian Standard Bible: Looking for a Bible that's both beautiful and built to last? The CSB She Reads Truth Bible — with over one million copies sold — is now available in a premium handcrafted edition as part of the Holman Handcrafted Collection. It features Olive Premium Calfskin leather, edge-lined binding, and quality paper, designed to last a lifetime.⁠⁠She Reads Truth HHC⁠⁠ Indigo Sundries: Looking for non-toxic, high-quality soap made by a company you can trust? Indigo Sundries is a Christian, family-owned business that's been crafting soap for over 20 years — all free from seed oils, parabens, phthalates, and other harmful ingredients. They offer scented, essential oil, and unscented bars, plus liquid soaps, room sprays, and beard products.Get free shipping on orders over $50 and 10% off with code REBECCA10 at checkout. Treat your skin to the good stuff at ⁠⁠indigosundries.com⁠⁠!

Have you ever feared your doubts, especially if they relate to your faith? How about a reassuring reminder that you aren’t alone. What if your doubt holds potential to create the faith you’re worried may be slipping away? Niki Hardy invites you to experience rest in the middle of your fear, doubt, anger, or confusion. Resource referenced: God, Can We Chat? A Daringly Honest Guide to Growing Closer to God, One Doubt at a Time Discussion/Reflective Questions: What resonates with you most in this episode? When have you had a time when you have struggled with questions that were building up in a challenging time you were experiencing? Have you ever been ashamed of your doubts? Why? How do you personally know if you are hearing God’s voice? Have you ever wallowed in doubt? Describe how it felt, if you have. When you think about bringing your doubts to God, what anxiety or fears do you struggle with? What is what action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Find Niki Harding: On her website On Instagram On Facebook On her podcast Chemo Chair Prayers Find Carol McCracken: On her website On Facebook On Instagram Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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When we find ourselves at the crossroads of doubt and faith, disappointed, disillusioned, distant from God and worried our faith is slipping away, it's hard to know where to turn. Thursday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, author Niki Hardy offers practical steps to embrace our doubt's potential, build our faith, and strengthen our relationship with God. God Can We Chat?Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wrmbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I know when we're struggling in life sometimes the first thing that comes up is doubts about God or our relationship with him. I get it! Today we're talking to author Niki Hardy–she recently wrote “God Can We Chat” – a conversation about doubts and how that can lead us to grow closer to God. -

Everyone has doubts about God but it's hard for us to talk about them. But when we don't talk about them, it actually weakens our faith in Him. In this episode, we explore how honest questions can strengthen, not weaken, our connection with God. Inspired by Niki Hardy's new book, God, Can We Chat?, Barb and Niki discuss embracing doubts as the start of a deeper, more authentic faith. Come as you are and discover the unrelenting love of a God who welcomes your questions.   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Niki on Instagram Connect with Niki on Facebook God, Can We Chat? A Daringly Honest Guide to Growing Closer to God, One Doubt at a Time Visit Niki's Website   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST   Niki Hardy is a proud Brit (now living in the US) and the author of the Audi Award–nominated Breathe Again and One-Minute Prayers for Women with Cancer. Niki has been featured on the Hallmark Channel, Life Today, and Premier Radio.    Having left corporate life, been to seminary, moved continents, planted churches, started businesses and nonprofits, and navigated loss, cancer, church hurt, and painful uncertainty, she firmly believes God loves a cheerful doubter. Niki lives in North Carolina with her husband and ridiculous Doodle, Charlie, who is the main reason their three grown kids come home. Learn more at NikiHardy.com.  

On today's episode Carol welcomes back another friend to the podcast: author and speaker Niki Hardy. Niki's latest book is titled ‘God, Can We Chat?', and is a daringly honest guide to growing closer to God, one doubt at a time. Through her journey and study of scripture Niki has realized that God far prefers our honesty over silence, even when what we're being honest about is our doubts. In today's heartfelt and rich conversation Carol and Niki discuss practical ways to maintain intimacy with God amidst uncertainty and the significance of open conversations with Him, encouraging listeners to bring their struggles to God.Connect with Niki and order her books at https://www.nikihardy.com/ Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

In this episode, Niki Hardy invites us to bring our honest questions to God, embrace the mystery of faith, and see doubt not as the enemy of belief but as the doorway to a deeper relationship with God. Connect with Niki on Facebook and Instagram. Get your copy of God, Can We Chat?: A Daringly Honest Guide to Growing Closer to God, One Doubt at a Time. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the  Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

Have you ever found yourself wrestling with questions about your faith? Wondering if God is still near, still listening, still good? If so, I want you to know that you’re not alone. This week on The Love Offering podcast, I talked with Niki Hardy about her book, God, Can We Chat? It’s an honest, refreshing, and grace-filled invitation to bring our doubts and questions to God—without fear, shame, or pretending we have it all together. So often, we think our faith is only strong if we never question or waver. But Niki reminds us that God isn’t afraid of our questions—He welcomes them. Rather than weakening our faith, honest conversations with God can deepen and strengthen it. If you’re in a season where faith feels hard, where you feel distant from God or unsure of what you believe, I encourage you to tune in. You don’t have to have all the answers to come to Him—He asks that you come. I’d love to hear—have you ever had a “chat” with God that changed your perspective? Hit reply and let me know. I’m always grateful to walk this journey of faith with you. With love,Rachael Connect with Niki: https://www.nikihardy.com/ Read the Show Notes: https://rachaelkadams.com/writing/ Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In today's episode, I get to spend some time with my friend, Niki Hardy. We have been friends for quite some time, even doing an event together back in 2019!Niki's journey from England to the U.S. to plant a church has been filled with both challenges and profound insights. She opens up about her battle with cancer and how it reshaped her understanding of an abundant life—not as one free from pain, but as one rich in intimacy and connection with God and others.Niki introduces us to her latest book, God, Can We Chat?: A Daringly Honest Guide to Growing Closer to God, One Doubt at a Time, releasing on March 25, 2025. In it, she encourages readers to embrace their doubts and questions as pathways to a deeper, more authentic relationship with God. She shares practical tools, including the CHAT acronym, to guide us in honest conversations with God, transforming our uncertainties into opportunities for spiritual growth. Key Takeaways:Embracing doubts can lead to a stronger, more intimate faith. Practical steps to engage in open dialogues with God. Understanding that an abundant life includes navigating hardships with hope and connection. We both pray that you will find this episode both encouraging and challenging to your relationship with God. Do not be afraid to ask the difficult questions. Doing this will help you to grow as His child and into the person He is calling you to become.Bio:Niki Hardy is the author of the Audi Award-nominated Breathe Again and One-Minute Prayers for Women with Cancer, and has been featured on the Hallmark Channel, Life Today, and Premier Radio. Having left corporate life, been to seminary, moved continents, planted churches, started businesses and nonprofits, and navigated loss, cancer, church hurt, and painful uncertainty, she firmly believes God loves a cheerful doubter. Niki lives in North Carolina with her husband and ridiculous Doodle, Charlie, who is the main reason their three grown kids come home. Anchor Verse:Psalm 62Connect with Niki: Website: http://NikiHardy.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/niki.hardyFB: https://www.facebook.com/share/16ETWymGuM/?mibextid=wwXIfr***We love hearing from you! Your reviews help build 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!***

Teaching our kids to hear from God is something we don't necessarily teach. We teach our kids to do things like read the word or pray, but teaching our kids to hear from God can sometimes seem a bit trickier. In today's episode, I chat with Niki Hardy about why we should be encouraging our kids to hear from God and how we can help them do that. We also unpack trusting God and how we can help our kids do this also. I pray this episode blesses the socks off you. XO Deb Connect with Niki on Instagram. Grab the Free Book Bundle mentioned in the episode. Connect with me on Instagram, or join the Facebook community here. Email me: heymamasmission@gmail.com or join the weekly newsletter here.  

GET YOUR FREE DEVOTION: Grace to Grow: A 5-Day Study of Patience and Prayer The other day, on our way home from a trip together, my son asked me how I can be sure that I'm hearing God's voice. I've been there. I get why he's asking that. This world has a lot of voices, and a good number of them conflict not only with each other, but also with the message of the Bible. So how do we help our children know how to discern God's voice from the many others vying for their attention? Tune in now as my guest, Niki Hardy, helps us learn! You won't want to miss this episode! *********** Today's show is brought to you by our newest Prayer Guide, Praying God's Word for Your Child to Find Their Purpose, by Brittany Ann, of Equipping Godly Women. Tackle the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” from a biblical perspective. The way our children answer this common question varies wildly from day to day. From teacher, to fire-fighter, to astronaut, to juggler, we just never know what they'll say. For young children, this question is full of promise and excitement. They can be anything they want! The sky's the limit, and it's fun to dream. But as our children get older, this question takes on new meaning. The excitement of endless possibilities gradually gives way to the pressure of choosing the right college, career, job, or relationship. “What do you want to be when you grow up?” becomes stressful, almost agonizing, as young adults wrestle with major decisions that will undoubtedly affect the rest of their lives. But what if finding their purpose didn't have to be so stressful? What if our children could know with confidence exactly what God wants them to do? In Praying God's Word for Your Child to Find Their Purpose, you'll pray for God to work in your children's hearts to: Draw near to God in sincere faith Be guided by the Holy Spirit Learn how to love sacrificially and with intention Learn to walk in God's strength instead of their own Find rest in God alone Understand God's bigger plan Submit their plans to God's And more! With biblical teaching, scripture-inspired prayers, and space to journal using our Think, Pray, Praise method of daily prayer, this digital prayer guide is perfect for the busy mom who needs God to move in the hearts of her kids. Learn more here. LINKS:  This month's prayer guide: Praying God's Word for Your Child to Find Their Purpose Niki Hardy's Website Grace to Grow: A 5-Day Study of Patience and Prayer

"To worship through my weariness and worry was an act of defiance against my cancer. As we sing a new song, we exchange our weariness and worry for wonder and worship. We find God in our darkest places.   Will you sing a new song with me today?  I'll be the one with the bags under her eyes, belting 'It's Your breath in my lungs,' slightly off key."Leave a comment for Niki: https://incourage.me/?p=232610--You can now order Create in Me a Heart of Mercy, the next Bible study from (in)courage! The final in this four-study series, it's written by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young and features stories from your favorite (in)courage writers. Order your copy and get the first week for free today at incourage.me/podcast! The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!

Episode Summary: Have you or someone you love been diagnosed with cancer? Are you wondering how to pray for yourself or a loved one battling cancer? Then stick around, and consider sharing this episode with someone in the battle because today we're going to be talking about How to pray when battling cancer. My husband and I, as well as today's guest, Niki Hardy, have all been through this, and we've had many friends and loved ones on the cancer journey. Even if you haven't been given a cancer diagnosis, you know someone who has so I hope today's episode will encourage you. Quotables from the episode: Life doesn't have to be pain-free to be full, so go live it. I lost my mum and sister to cancer and was then diagnosed. I was determined to survive until that was all I was doing. Eventually, I learned how to thrive, not just survive, and uncover the full life God had for me right in the midst of the pain. Trusting God isn't something that happens the moment we meet Jesus (so you can stop beating yourself up for not having faith made of steel). It's a choice we make on the daily. Trusting God isn't the silver bullet to a world without worry but it is the key to fighting back and moving forward. To help increase our trust in God, we can check out God's credentials: is He who He says He is, has He done what He said He would do, and am I who He says I am? Don't go through the cancer journey alone—ask God for help. Choose to hold on and let go: hold onto God and his faithfulness, and let go of the illusion of control to embrace God's plan. Create a bank of evidence of God's faithfulness to bolster your ability to trust God: when and where and how has God proved himself faithful to you in the past? Remember those times. The best way to help others on their cancer journeys is through the ministry of presence: don't try to do or say the perfect thing, just be imperfectly present flaws and all. Scripture References: John 10:10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. (NIV) Compared with John 16:33  “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (NIV) 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.” (NIV) Recommended Resources:  One Minute Prayers for Women With Cancer by Niki Hardy Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart by Niki Hardy  Listening Guide for the Freshly Diagnosed  Audio: How to Handle Anything Life Throws at You  10 Day Audio Devotion by Niki Hardy 10 Lessons Learned After Being Diagnosed with Cancer The Day I Was Diagnosed with Cancer: 18 Promises to Hold Onto When Crisis Hits   Hope for the Fight Against Cancer Practical Grace: How to be a Friend to Someone with Cancer  Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson YouVersion 7-Day Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day YouVersion 7-Day Devotional, Today is Going to be Another Good Day Breaking Anxiety's Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson Breaking Anxiety's Grip Free Study Guide Free 7-Day YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety's Grip Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor's Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader's Choice Award Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader's Choice Award Trusting God Through Cancer 1 Trusting God Through Cancer 2 Revive & Thrive Women's Conference Subdue Stress and Anxiety: Fifteen Experts Offer Comprehensive Tools in Ten Minutes a Day. Use my link plus discount code BENG99 to save $90 on course (course will be $99.) Free Download: How To Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Social Media Links for Host and Guest: Connect with Niki Hardy: Website / Instagram / Facebook For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Breaking Anxiety's Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails  /  Website  /  Blog  /  Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson)  /  LinkedIn  /  Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube Guest: Niki Hardy is an author, speaker, podcast host and cancer Thriver. As the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart, One Minute Prayers for Women with Cancer, and host of the Trusting God Through Cancer Summit and Chemo Chair Prayers podcast, her goal is to help you discover life doesn't have to be pain-free to be full, then go live it.  Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson

As unfathomable as it may seem, God allows our prayers to impact the world. We see the significance of prayers offered on behalf of others over and over again in the Bible. Even, Jesus modeled the importance of praying for others when he interceded for his disciples, for children, and for us as future believers (John 17). In fact, Jesus is still interceding for us at the right hand of God, advocating on our behalf (Romans 8:34). If we know God's power is infinitely greater than ours, it only makes sense to rely on it, right? So, whether in public or in private, with many words or with few, with eyes closed or with eyes wide open, at morning or at night, we simply must talk to God and leave the results up to him. ​ ​Niki Hardy is on the show today sharing her cancer story and the value of prayer to help women cope with the fear, anxiety, and uncertainty. Join us to experience God's peace and provision through a little prayer. Connect with Niki: Nikihardy.com @niki.hardy

When someone gets a cancer diagnosis, they get all sorts of extras like fear, anxiety, and uncertainty right along with it. Well today's guest, Niki Hardy, had already lost her mom and sister to cancer when she got her own diagnosis of cancer. But she decided early on that she wouldn't put life on hold because of the dreaded C-word. Instead, she chose to be a thriver, not just a survivor. So, if you've received the same diagnosis, or if you love someone who has, then listen in. With wisdom, insight, empathy, and yes, a little humor, Niki will help you transform fear into faith as you navigate the ups and downs of this difficult journey. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/231

Author, speaker and coach, Niki Hardy is all about loving the life we have by growing the faith we long for, and she is here to help us do exactly that.Through her cancer testimony, she shares how she went from merely surviving to thriving and how we can do the same. No matter if it's a scary health diagnosis or the daily weight, exhaustion and stress of motherhood, we CAN turn our hard days around so we're not just trying to get through them. Instead, we're embracing them with joy.She tells us:What does it look like to have a faith that never fails?What can we do to start thriving in the life we have rather than merely trying to survive?How do we care for our inner struggles with self worth and blame?Connect with Niki on her website and InstagramGet her 'Grow Your Faith: Love Your Life' bundleNext week: Why we're wired to think negatively and what we can do to protect our joy. Follow the show on your podcast app.Enjoying the show? Support me by tapping 5 stars on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen.The best way to start your mornings! Get your free "More Joy" journal template plus 18 Bible verses to combat overwhelm, fear and exhaustion.Subscribe to the podcast newsletter for new episode alerts, giveaways and more.Follow Moms Grab Coffee on Instagram and FacebookJoin me on TikTok @momsgrabcoffeepodcast

Connect with Niki and order her books at https://www.nikihardy.com/“Significant Women” is a weekly podcast for women to gather with their personal stories, dynamic hope and wisdom gleaned from the ordinary days of an uncommon life. Our goal is to simply encourage women in every season of life that their story matters; when Jesus is involved in the details, every woman's life can be a significant representation of all that He is. Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/

Your body is pretty incredible, but what about when your body feels like it doesn't like you or is actively working against you? How do you give your body grace when it feels like it's betraying you? How can you be a grace-giver to your flesh, blood, marrow, tendons, and cells when you feel as if you're surviving, not thriving? I'm so thankful writer + cancer survivor Niki Hardy offered her Jesus-centered wisdom in Episode #110 of the Grace In Real Life podcast.  In our conversation, Niki shares: small steps to build your trust in God, practical ideas to help a friend who's battling a disease and the four voices in your head + the one you should listen to the most. Key Quotes “God didn't promise us perfect bodies, whether it's stretch marks, wrinkles or cancer.” - Author + cancer thriver Niki Hard “If I was going to trust God when things were hard, I had to plan to do it and learn to do it while things were easy because trusting God doesn't come naturally.” - Author + cancer thriver Niki Hard “God so wants to meet us in our pain and suffering. He's not aloof. He's not off helping someone more spiritual than us. He's not angry.”  - Author + cancer thriver Niki Hard “God is desperate to minister to us, to be present to us, to give us His peace and His hope and His comfort.”  - Author + cancer thriver Niki Hard “God is such a gentleman that He will rarely barge in and take over. Our responsibility is to invite Him in.”  - Author + cancer thriver Niki Hard “We can offer our bodies grace by offering ourselves grace and not beating ourselves up.”  - Author + cancer thriver Niki Hard “Sit in the mess with them, in the pain, and not try to fix it or encourage them.”  - Author + cancer thriver Niki Hard “Life doesn't have to be pain-free to be full.” - Author + cancer thriver Niki Hard “Right in the middle of the mess, we can still live and experience the full, abundant life Jesus came to give us.”  “An abundant life isn't about health and wealth and how eas life is, but it's about how intimate and precious and beautiful and how connected we feel with each other and with God and in His presence.”  - Author + cancer thriver Niki Hard Mentioned in the Podcast The FCC requires that I tell you that I'm an Amazon Affiliate, which means I earn a bit of commission on each sale. But don't worry there's no added cost to you! Martin Seligman Niki Hardy's Breathe Again Marissa Henley's Loving Your Friends through Cancer C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia #104: Skill Set: Practicing faith + building trust in the Lord with Carrie Rogers About Niki Hardy Niki is an author, speaker, and podcaster. More importantly, she's a thriver, who's all about helping you squeeze the juice out of life no matter what gets thrown your way. She'd rather run trails with her dogs than get her nails done, is sarcastic, mildly passive-aggressive, and prone to hissy fits when things get bad, but she's thriving a little bit more each day and that's her prayer for you too. Here's how to connect with Niki Website Instagram Audio Devotional Here's how to connect with Jill Website  GraceInRealLifePodcast.com  Instagram  Facebook group  Facebook page Subscribe to Jill's weekly “the good + the grace” email 

Are you or a loved one battling cancer?Then listen in as Niki Hardy shares her story of how the chemo chair provided her with an opportunity to trust God and how a piece of candy allowed her to encourage someone else with a cancer diagnosis.Niki is an author, speaker, coach and cancer thriver whose goal is to help you discover how life doesn't have to be pain-free to be full. She is the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart, One Minute Prayers for Women with Cancer, and host of the Chemo Chair Prayers podcast, and the Trusting God Through Cancer Summit.The Trusting God Through Cancer Summit is an online event designed specifically by cancer survivors for cancer survivors to help you thrive, not just survive, no matter what your cancer throws at you.At this event, you can listen, learn, and be encouraged and prayed for by international speaks who've been where you are, all from the comfort of your own home for FREE. Just click here to register!Want to continue the conversation? Then connect with Niki on instagram! @niki.hardyUntil we meet again, may you find rest in God's loving presence.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/prayersofrest)

Welcome to A Remarkable Thought: A short story podcast to engage your mind and lift your spirit—a production of changeyourmindchangeeverything.org. In a world that runs on 5G, caffeine, obligations, shoulds, shouldn'ts, woulds, and wouldn'ts we've created a space where you can relax, laugh and think for yourself.  Each week we will bring you a refreshing escape where your mind can wander in a thoughtful story as you visit wonders yet to be considered. At the end of every show, we will leave you with a quality question to ponder. This week's episode was written by Katie M. Reid called Dear Resilient One...Take a beat, take a breath, and listen in! Rest Girl can be found here!  Get your copy of Well, Girl here! Show sponsor: SocialWisedU  SocialWisedU e-course will guide your family toward a healthy relationship with social media and each other.  Ditch the lectures and start equipping your family to thrive in a world that is becoming more cyber than real.  Enroll now at SocialWisedU.org Find The God Dare Book here written by Kate Battistelli Find We're Going on a Bear Hunt here Niki Hardy here Exodus 14 Galatians 6:9 - "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." Follow A Remarkable Thought on Instagram here to stay up to date on our latest episodes, questions, courses, and books! Follow and like Change Your Mind Change Everything on Facebook here! Check out SocialWisedU to learn how to navigate social media with your kids! *Affiliate Links are used below. If you purchase through the links we may be compensated at no additional cost to you.  Learn more about affiliate links here.  Find Made Like Martha here!  Find Sacredground Sticky Floors here!  CONNECT WITH US! Stay connected with us beyond the show by subscribing with your email address at changeyourmindchangeverything.org.  Just fill out the sign-up bar with your name and email address and voila, you'll be added!  You can also connect with Jami on her widely-popular blog sacredgroundstickyfloors.com and connect with Katie on her life-giving and freedom-finding website: katiemreid.com  Jami on TikTok Katie on TikTok Jami on Facebook Katie on Facebook Jami on Instagram Katie on Instagram See you next time! 

Join us for episode 11 of the Global Glory Chasers: Eat Pray Run podcast. Dorina sits down for a conversation with her friend Niki Hardy. Niki is a runner, a cancer thriver, an author, and speaker. She grew up in England and now lives in North Carolina. Dorina and Niki chat about: -how running helps Niki connect with God -her journey through cancer that led to her ministry -what life was like growing up in north London Every episode of Eat Pray Run includes a meaningful quote, an engaging conversation, and a little prayer.

Writing can be a lonely business. Sitting alone for several hours, just you and your words. This is when a writing community or collaboration can be of real benefit.In this episode, I chat with Niki Hardy from Hope Writers and the author of Breathe Again. How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart.Niki talks to me about how she found the encouragement that she needed from Hope Writers. She believes that without their support, her book would never have been published. In this episode we discuss:What members get from Hope Writers when they joinWhy Niki wrote her bookNiki's writing process. How Hope Writers differs from other communitiesUsing newsletters to promote your writingResources:Hope WritersBreathe AgainNiki HardySupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/becomeawritertoday)

After losing both her mom and sister to cancer, Niki found out six weeks after her sister's death that she, too, had cancer. Today, she takes us through her journey of colorectal cancer and how God has helped her become a cancer thriver, not just a cancer survivor. Niki is also an author and a podcast host, so check out her resources below: Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart: http://amzn.com/0800735544 Chemo Chair Prayers Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chemo-chair-prayers/id1539229249 Website: https://nikihardy.com/ Follow us both on Instagram and grab a copy of Niki's book to follow along with us in the March Pain to Praise Book Club! IG: @niki.hardy Tera IG: @terabradham

After losing both her mother and sister to cancer and then receiving a diagnosis herself, Niki Hardy learned that it is possible to find hope, peace, trust, joy, and even laughter in the midst of it all. She learned she could thrive, not just survive.  Through her journey she has developed 7 practices to help her get through the days. 

Trusting God. It's an ongoing, lifelong process. How do you demonstrate trust in God as you tell your children you have cancer- only a short time after losing your mom and sister to the same diagnosis?  In this episode Niki Hardy-author, speaker, and thriver-shares 5 steps she takes to build trust in God and we can take them too. It's never been more important to teach our children to trust God and it starts with our example!  Niki Hardy "Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart" Article: 5 Steps to Trust God {When You Don't Feel Like it}    

In this week's episode of This Is Medi-Share, member Niki Hardy shares the story of her journey battling cancer and what the Medi-Share community means to her and her family. Niki tells Dom and Sharita what it was like to receive the news, how easy and functional Medi-Share is, and how her faith carries her daily.  About Niki Hardy: Niki Hardy is an author, speaker, church planter and Brit living in the USA. She's all about helping you thrive, not just survive, no matter what.  If you or someone you love has had their life and faith shaken by cancer, Niki hosts The Trusting God Through Cancer Summit and a podcast called Chemo Chair Prayer.  Listen to Niki's new podcast, Chemo Chair Prayers, at chemochairprayers.com and where ever you listen to podcasts  Learn more about Medi-Share at medishare.com  Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Follow Us: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook

Join Niki and me for a quick and powerful pep talk for weary moms. Niki shares a few simple verses that helped her persevere through her cancer journey, a prayer tip for tired moms, and a beautiful prayer for you.Niki is the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well when Life Falls Apart, podcast host of Chemo Chair Prayers, and host of Trusting God through Cancer online summit. Helping you live well when life falls apart, Niki is a speaker and writer intent on sharing humor, grace and how tos, for finding more when life hands you less.Verses:Psalm 62:1-2 NIVTruly my soul finds rest in God;my salvation comes from him.Truly he is my rock and my salvation;he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.Connect with Niki:Website: https://nikihardy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NikiHardyauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niki.hardy/https://www.trustinggodthroughcancer.com/

Are you or someone you love going through cancer? Has your life and faith been shaken by a diagnosis? Then you're in the right place. Join author and speaker Niki Hardy in this short, practical devotional podcast and let Chemo Chair Prayers help you conquer fear and fight anxiety, build unshakable faith and journey on with strength, peace, hope, and yes, even joy, no matter what. Through a short story, a prayer you can make your own using our guided TRUST prayer format, and a simple invitation for the days ahead, you'll be able to not just survive your diagnosis, but thrive in the midst of it. Grab a copy of the TRUST prayer bookmark at www.chemochairprayers.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/chemochairprayers/message

Niki Hardy discusses common mistakes of first-time authors in this series about how to get a book deal on a small but mighty platform. The post 202 Niki Hardy Ten Lessons From a First Time Author: Part 4 of How to Get a Book Deal on a Small Platform appeared first on Writing at the Red House.

Kathi and Niki Hardy, author of Breathe Again are back in part 3. Today, the you'll learn common mistakes new authors make. The post 201 Common Mistakes of First Time Authors appeared first on Writing at the Red House.

Niki Hardy candidly talks about how she discovered what publishers are looking for, even without an abundance of previous knowledge and specific skill-sets. The post 200 Niki Hardy How to Maximize Your Small (but Mighty) Platform: Part 2 appeared first on Writing at the Red House.

Niki Hardy candidly talks about how she discovered what publishers are looking for, even without an abundance of previous knowledge and specific skill-sets. The post 199 Niki Hardy What Are Publishers Looking For? appeared first on Writing at the Red House.

You were made for an abundant life. “In the midst of the storm, there is abundant life.” Join me for an uplifting and powerful discussion with inspiration speaker and author, Niki Hardly. Niki’s book, “Breathe Again: How To Live Well When Life Falls Apart” is an excellent resource for anyone who needs guidance and support for life’s trials (um, that’s all of us!). I love the way Niki writes and speaks and I know you will too! Niki shares both the practical tips and spiritual guidance for how to thrive in any season in life. She tells us “life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full” and I couldn’t agree more. What a beautiful message for you today. Enjoy this Author Spotlight with Niki Hardy! To connect with Niki after this, visit her website at www.Nikihardy.com where you can get free chapters of her book as well as other free resources. To get those freebies you can go straight to www.nikihardy.com/freebies and enjoy reading some of her fabulous book! To get the ebook which is $1.99 until the end of June 2020 (you only have a few more days if you’re listening in real time), head to https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07NDJNKRK/ref=tmm_kin_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1592950786&sr=8-1 and grab your copy! I made sure to get my copy! You can also get your paperback copy on Amazon or anywhere books are sold. To become friends on social media, head over to www.instagram.com/Niki.hardy or to www.facebook.com/nikihardyauthor and Niki would love to connect with you! // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

* This is Part 2. Listen to Part 1 first. :) * You were made for an abundant life. “In the midst of the storm, there is abundant life.” Join me for an uplifting and powerful discussion with inspiration speaker and author, Niki Hardly. Niki’s book, “Breathe Again: How To Live Well When Life Falls Apart” is an excellent resource for anyone who needs guidance and support for life’s trials (um, that’s all of us!). I love the way Niki writes and speaks and I know you will too! Niki shares both the practical tips and spiritual guidance for how to thrive in any season in life. She tells us “life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full” and I couldn’t agree more. What a beautiful message for you today. Enjoy this Author Spotlight with Niki Hardy! To connect with Niki after this, visit her website at www.Nikihardy.com where you can get free chapters of her book as well as other free resources. To get those freebies you can go straight to www.nikihardy.com/freebies and enjoy reading some of her fabulous book! To get the ebook which is $1.99 until the end of June 2020 (you only have a few more days if you’re listening in real time), head to https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07NDJNKRK/ref=tmm_kin_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1592950786&sr=8-1 and grab your copy! I made sure to get my copy! You can also get your paperback copy on Amazon or anywhere books are sold. To become friends on social media, head over to www.instagram.com/Niki.hardy or to www.facebook.com/nikihardyauthor and Niki would love to connect with you! // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

Niki Hardy is a Brit in the USA, a cancer survivor, pastor’s wife, tea drinker and teller of bad jokes. As a speaker and an author, she’s all about meeting you when life’s not fair and embracing the reality that with God, life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full. A Londoner born and bred, Niki and her family moved to Charlotte, NC, to plant CityChurch Charlotte. Her work has appeared in Christian Today, RELEVANT Woman to Woman (Premier Radio), and is a contributing writer for ThriveMoms. Today we talk about: working as a writer and speaker, pastor's wife, and being a mom of high school/college students during corona, dealing with disappointment, how cancer trained her to find abundant life in the middle of pain, life is still going on and there's good to be found, listing worries with God and not picking them back up again. Niki reads a letter from God to us called "My Dear Sweet Child" based on scripture. (Author unknown.) Grab your free chapter of her book Breathe Again here. You can find Niki at www.nikihardy.com. For weekly episode updates, subscribe to my newsletter at: ChristinaHubbard.com On Pause: Healing Words from Everyday Artists during Isolation is a special series to help creative people find groundedness, belonging, and courage during the coronavirus outbreak. I’ve asked artists to share words that are beacons of honesty, truth, and goodness to their souls during this time of distance as a global community on pause. Like what you heard today? These notes may contain affiliate links which sustain the production of this podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/creativeandfree/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativeandfree/support

A painful season in your life can still be part of the abundant life Jesus promised. And, that’s what we talk about today with author Niki Hardy. She calls herself a cancer thriver, not just a survivor. She’s gut honest about how hard it is to thrive when your life falls apart. And she’ll debunk the lies that she believed. Plus, you’ll get seven practical ways to live well and thrive even if you’re going through a tough time. So, pour your tea, and let’s hang out together. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/91

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The one where I share an inspiring book and story with you from my new friend Niki Hardy! She's a rectal cancer thriver (we'll talk all about that term she coined!) and author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart. You're going to fall in love with her British accent and be just as encouraged by her as I am! Visit Niki's website here!

When fear gets overwhelming, how do you get through? Today, I'm talking with author Niki Hardy on how to face a dreaded diagnosis and overcome fear. Niki Hardy is a Brit in the USA, a rectal (yes, rectal) cancer survivor, pastor's wife, tea drinker and teller of bad jokes. As a speaker and the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart, she's all about meeting you when life's not fair and helping you embrace the reality that with God, life doesn't have to be pain-free to be full. I asked Niki to join me on the show so you could hear her story of facing cancer and hanging on to hope in the midst of her own personal health crisis. In this episode we'll talk about: —Niki's before and after moment that changed her life —How she fought fear even at a critical moment —How she learned how to keep her sense of humor —Why she believes you can live abundantly even when you're going through hard things Niki's story is not about facing a difficult diagnosis, but getting through it with humor and hope. Listen to our conversation about facing cancer and overcoming fear. Find out more about Niki at nikihardy.com You can find out about Sara at sararward.com Find Sara's book, Made for Hope, on Amazon and other booksellers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sara-r-ward/support

Jesus says that not everyone who calls him Lord will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. What does that mean for us and how can we make sure we can lay hold of the promises of the Kingdom of Heaven if calling Jesus Lord isn't enough? Text: Matt 7:21-23 & Luke 6:46-49

Niki Hardy lost her mom and sister to cancer and then she was also diagnosed with cancer. She has written the book she wishes she would have had for her journey titled Breathe Again. In it she explores how to live well when life falls apart by offering practical tips to stop merely surviving and start thriving right where you are.

Niki Hardy is a pastor's wife from the UK who moved to Charlotte, NC to plant a church with her husband, Al and their 3 kids. She will be a HUGE encouragement to you as she shares her story of not just surviving a rectal cancer diagnosis (YIKES!), but thriving through it. Niki has written an amazing book that you're going to want to order. (PRO TIP: Get the audio version - she recorded it herself in that lovely British accent!)

Have you ever made progress on your decluttering journey only to stop when something unexpected and unwelcome happens? Maybe you have a loved one going through hard times and you want to help, but don't know where to begin. This week, Kathi chats with Niki Hardy, author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart, about what to do in difficult seasons. In this episode, you'll learn tons of practical wisdom about what you can do in hard times, whether you or someone you love is directly affected. You'll hear about how to: Ask for and accept help from others when you need it. Offer help in a way that blesses those in hard times. How taking care of your future self is crucial in tough seasons. If you're curious about the Enneagram after hearing Niki mention it, click here. You can order your own copy of Niki's book Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart on Amazon today. We would love to stay connected. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest. Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes or subscribe to our newsletter now.

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In episode 7 of a Big, Happy Life I am so excited to introduce you to my friend, Niki Hardy! Not only does she have the most amazing accent, she is also an incredible human. She's the author of the new release, Breathe Again: Living Well When Life Falls Apart. And she speaks across the country teaching women how to thrive, not just survive. In this episode, we talk all about her story about what it was like to lose her mom and her sister to cancer and then six weeks later, be diagnosed with rectal cancer. She's cute about it now and has all sorts of funny jokes, but in the midst of all that loss, Niki needed to really discover how to lean into God. Niki gives us really practical tips (which I love) to help move us through really hard things. Honestly, it doesn't have to be a cancer diagnosis. We are each facing something painful and God wants to walk with us through the pain. Niki gives us so many ways to join Him in the journey. I have already taken some of her tips and put them into practice. Get ready friends. You are going to love my friend , Niki.

Please welcome Niki Hardy to the Thriving Beyond Belief podcast this week!! Niki Hardy is a speaker and writer whose work has appeared in Christian Today and Living by Design Ministries and on Premier Radio. After leaving corporate life in London, she trained as a teacher at Kings College, London, before studying theology at Wycliffe, Oxford. She and her husband moved their family to the United States to plant CityChurch Charlotte, NC, where they now live with their three kids and two crazy Goldendoodles. A rectal (yes, rectal) cancer survivor, pastor’s wife, tea drinker, and teller of bad jokes, she’d love to connect with you at www.nikihardy.com if she can’t hug you in person. Niki Hardy watched her mother pass away from cancer, and then her sister a few years later. When she herself was diagnosed just six weeks later it left her reeling, questioning, and merely surviving a life that bore no resemblance to the abundant life Jesus promises in the Bible, so she set out to find it. In her new book, Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart, Hardy unpacks seven practices to thrive, not just survive, no matter what life throws at us. Full of grit, humor and unvarnished stories from her own grief and rectal cancer journey, Hardy’s story and her Thriver Manifesto will help readers claim truths such as: I believe life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full. I’ve got this because God’s got me, and together we can do more than I could ever do alone.  I step into vulnerable spaces with God and others, aware that my strength can be my biggest weakness. I practice gratitude in all things, confident that peace and well-being will follow. I have learned to breathe again. “We’ve bought into the myth that a painful season can’t be full,” writes Hardy, “that a time of abundance isn’t challenging—and this, dear reader, gets my goat. I just don’t think it’s true, and this is exactly what this book is about: smashing this myth and inhaling all God has for us.”

What happens when you're going about life and all of the sudden out of nowhere tragedy strikes. The loss of a job that you had been depending on. A person you had placed your trust in does the unthinkable and shatters your heart. The dream you've been counting no longer seems available.    My guest today watched her mother pass away from cancer, and then her sister a few years later. When she herself was diagnosed just six weeks later it left her reeling, questioning, and merely surviving a life that bore no resemblance to the abundant life she thought she would be living. Diagnosed with rectal cancer she began to face an unimaginable journey.    This episode is so full of encouragement that you're going to feel like you can face anything once you've heard Niki's story. We touch on how to root out the lies we believe to be true about our lives, what it looks like to choose to be brave and release control when life is not going as we hoped it would.    > Inspire your creativity with a free guided meditation designed to free you from frustration and disappointment.   > Connect with us on Instagram / Facebook / Website  > Schedule your 30 minute FREE Strategy Session with Andrea > Support the podcast and shop our Amazon Affiliate link

Discover the importance of starving worry and feasting on worship, and learn how to turn from the path of panic and move toward the lush path of peace.  Disclosure: Affiliate links are used in this post. If you choose to purchase through the links, I may be compensated at no additional cost to you. See full disclosure policy. Theme music: “The Feast” from Katie Reid's “Echoes of My Heart” album. https://www.katiemreid.com/singer/ Today's Sponsor: Big thanks to Baker Publishing Group and authors, Amy Carroll and Cheri Gregory, for sponsoring this episode. Pick up a copy of their fantastic book: Exhale: Lose Who You're Not, Love Who You Are, Live Your One Life Well.  Things We Talk About: "Boom, Boom Pow" by Black Eyed Peas Luke 10:38-42 Chatologie podcast with Angie Elkins Made Like Martha book Hired-help mentality Pastor Rod's Message: Fear, Worry and Anxiety vs. Faith  Oswald Chambers quote about worry Eric and Leslie Ludy Philippians 4:13 Niki Hardy and Breathe Again book Grace Adventures Women's Retreat Annie F. Downs Paul and Silas in Acts 16:16-40 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 Today's Verse: Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart,     and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him,     and he will make straight your paths. Featured Resource: "Broken Alabaster" song by Niki Homan (from her Uncaged album) Connect with Us: The Martha + Mary Show Group on Facebook: Made Like Martha Sisterhood The Martha + Mary how on Instagram: @madelikemartha Our IG Handles: @leenienhuis @katie_m_reid Our Hashtag: #marthamaryshow  Episode Producer: Jeanna Lesausky  Stay-in-the-loop, subscribe to the show!

This is our third and final week of the podcast series featuring Niki Hardy's book, Breathe Again.  Join Lauren and Niki as they discuss 7 steps to taking a hold of the abundant life that God has for us no matter what is going on around us. You will definitely need a pen, paper and Bible for this episode! Listen to this and give us a review to let us know how much you are enjoying the podcast. Our tour is resuming this Friday in Raleigh!  Go to www.itickets.com/shefoundjoy to find the city nearest you and come out to hear about the joy and victory we have through Jesus! Help us to continue bringing quality content to you and receive free extras as a thank you!  Visit www.patreon.com/shefoundjoy to learn more about how you can support the podcast, a free ministry that reaches about 6,000 listeners like you a month.

Niki Hardy, author of "Breathe Again" sits down with Rachel to talk through how to live well when life falls apart. What do we do when we get the bad news we were dreading? How do we react when someone hurts us? Or, why are we not happy when we get that promotion, bonus or car we were wanting? Why does life not feel better? Rachel and Niki answer these questions in more from real-life stories, practices to help you through it all and lots of laughs in between. Enjoy Niki's story through cancer, fun accent, and brilliant wisdom. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/67 Niki Hardy's Website: https://nikihardy.com/ BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast

NIKI HARDY is my guest for episode #62. Niki is a cancer survivor, pastor’s wife, tea drinker and self-professed teller of bad jokes. She’s a BRIT living in the USA and YES, she does have a fabulous accent that you’re gonna LOVE! Niki is living proof that life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full and she’s the author of BREATHE AGAIN, How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart. Episode show notes: www.gwensmith.net/graceologie/62 FREE ONLINE BIBLE STUDY: www.GwenSmith.net/PsalmAdventure Graceologie on INSTA: @graceologie Graceologie on FB: www.facebook.com/graceologie Gwen Smith on INSTA: @GwenSmithMusic Gwen Smith on FB: www.facebook.com/GwenSmithMusic

On this week's podcast, Lauren and Niki continue the discussion about Niki's book, Breathe Again. The focus is on chapter 2 of the book, which is titled, "The Truth We Need to Hear When Our World is Rocked."  Niki tells us that the process of removing the lies involves identifying the lies, pulling them out by the roots and replacing them with the truth in God's Word.  This episode is full of great takeaways so grab your pen, paper and Bible and be ready! To discover more about She Found Joy, go to our website, http://shefoundjoy.com  To find out more about Niki Hardy, go to her website: https://nikihardy.com The She Found Joy tour continues! Our next event is October 4th in Raleigh, NC. Go to www.itickets.com/shefoundjoy to find the city closest to you and get your tickets today! If you would like to become a SFJ Patreon supporter, sign up today at https://www.patreon.com/shefoundjoy.  This will help us to continue bringing quality content to our listeners and also includes from fun extras! 

If you're a human person, odds are at some point life is going to throw you a curveball. Whether it's a loss, diagnosis, trauma, or even simply disappointment, today's conversation with Niki Hardy will give you practical tools to live well even when you feel like life's fallen apart. With witty candor and heaps of wisdom, Niki talks with us about the difference between surviving and thriving and HOW we can choose to be brave even when we don't feel afraid. Niki Hardy is a Brit in the USA, a rectal (yes, rectal) cancer survivor, pastor’s wife, tea drinker and teller of bad jokes. As a speaker and the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart (Revell, Aug, 2019) she’s all about meeting us when life’s not fair and embracing the reality that with God, life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full. You can find more of Niki on social media at @niki.hardy and on her website NikiHardy.com when she’s not running trails with her Doodles or trying to figure out which remote actually works the TV. Download the first couple of chapters of Breathe Again FREE  

On the first of three podcast episodes dedicated to Niki Hardy's book, Breathe Again, Lauren and Niki discuss about what it means to have an abundant life, despite going through challenges.  Niki talks about how she became a thriver during the loss of her mother and sister and her own battle with cancer.  This episode dives deep into how to learn how to separate the full life that social media portrays and the abundant life God promises us.  Get your pen, paper and Bible ready and enjoy this episode. The She Found Joy tour continues!  Go to www.itickets.com/shefoundjoy to get your tickets today! If you would like to become a SFJ Patreon supporter, sign up today at: https://www.patreon.com/shefoundjoy  This will help us to continue bringing quality content to our listeners and also includes some fun extras!

Niki Hardy is a Brit in the USA, a rectal (yes, rectal) cancer survivor, pastor's wife, tea drinker and teller of bad jokes. As a speaker and the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart (Revell, Aug, 2019) she's all about meeting you when life's not fair and helping you embrace the reality that with God, life doesn't have to be pain-free to be full, then go live it. You can find more of Niki along with helpful resources on Instagram, and on her website NikiHardy.com When she's not speaking, writing, or running trails with her Doodles, you can find her with a nice cup of tea, trying to figure out which remote control actually turns the TV on.

Lisa and Niki Hardy, author of of "Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart", bring us much-needed wisdom in their conversation about self-care if you are in ministry, being a pastor's wife, parenting pastor's kids, and trusting God in the moments of life that feel as though you are just trying to survive. All this and a little bit of fun as well. Such good stuff you won't want to miss!   Links: Instagram Facebook Breathe Again   Learn more about Lisa at LisaWhittle.com Produced by Unmutable™  

Niki Hardy is a Brit in the USA, a rectal (yes, rectal) cancer survivor, pastor’s wife, tea drinker and teller of bad jokes. As a speaker and the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart (Revell, Aug, 2019) she’s all about meeting you when life’s not fair and helping you embrace the reality that with God, life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full, then go live it. You can find more of Niki on Instagram, and on her website NikiHardy.com When she’s not speaking, writing, or running trails with her Doodles, you can find her with a nice cup of tea, trying to figure out which remote control actually turns the TV on.

Guest host Niki Hardy, author of "Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart" brings such hope in finding the abundance Jesus promises in the waiting and encourages us to replace a surviving mentality with one of thriving.   Links: Instagram Facebook Breathe Again   Learn more about Lisa at LisaWhittle.com   Produced by Unmutable™

Jesus said He came to give us abundant life but so often the lives we’re actually living are far from full and abundant and more like the storms He said we’d face. How can both verses be true and what are we meant to do when life is messy, painful and hard?

We are thrilled to have Niki Hardy back on the show just in time for the launch of her first book!!! She is a Brit in the USA, a rectal (yes, rectal) cancer survivor, pastor's wife, tea drinker and teller of terrible jokes. As a speaker and the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart she's all about meeting us when life's not fair and embracing the reality that with God, life doesn't have to be pain-free to be full. See Episode #04 for our first interview with Niki. ... Get exclusive access to even more inspiring and helpful content by becoming a patron! Find us on Patreon at patreon.com/thecollectedpodcast. To learn more about Collected Workshops email hello@collectedworkshops.com. Collected workshops are centered on worship, restorative creativity, and designated time for reflection, evaluation, and setting intentions. We provide a safe environment for practicing low-stakes creative risk-taking that will spur participants on to have the grit and courage to embrace their gifting and step further into their calling. For access to all episodes and show notes, please visit thecollectedpodcast.com. Follow us on Instagram! Tia @TiaMcNellyNotes- Blogging about digging for the divine in the everyday. Are you longing to hear from God? Visit tiamcnelly.com for Five Ways God Speaks in Everyday Life Jes @sprezzafoundry- Use code ‘podcast' for 10% off your order of hand lettered art at sprezzafoundry.etsy.com Mikala @thecreativespaceNC Collected @collectedworkshops This episode of The Collected Podcast was recorded and edited by Jacob Early. Support for The Collected Podcast is provided by Clean Juice. Order and pay ahead with the Clean Juice app to receive special offers and rewards. Social: @cleanjuice Franchising: cleanjuicefranchising.com

Ever wondered what it may be like to launch a book? How do you get it to bookstores? How do you even get to write a book? Do you self publish or get picked up by a publisher? This week’s guest is my friend, Niki Hardy, author of Breathe Again, a book that teaches you how to live well even when life seems to be falling apart -- that launched THIS WEEK! Niki’s journey to becoming an author was unexpected. After being diagnosed with cancer on the heels of losing both her mom and sister to the C-word, she took to writing about her cancer treatment process on Caring Bridge, which led to a huge following taking inspiration and hope from her honesty and wisdom. We dive into the nitty-gritty details of what the process to write a book is like, the editing process for her book, figuring out the title and how to approach marketing for a book launch using pre-order bonuses and reaching out to radio, tv, podcasts, and magazines for interviews.  If you’ve ever dreamt about writing a book, you’ll want to hear this episode.   We talk about: What her book is about  The people that Niki is writing her book for Sharing her story on Caring Bridge The process of writing her book  Drilling down to her ideal client The editing process she had for the book Trying to figure out the title for the book Meeting people in an online cancer community that changed her perspective How to approach marketing a book launch Doing pre-order bonuses Reaching out to radio, tv, podcasts and magazines Building off a lead magnet   About Niki Hardy: Niki Hardy is a Brit in the USA, a cancer survivor, pastor’s wife, tea drinker and teller of bad jokes. As a speaker and the author she’s all about meeting you when life’s not fair and embracing the reality that with God, life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full. A Londoner born and bred, Niki and her family moved to Charlotte, NC, to plant CityChurch Charlotte and when she’s not speaking, writing, or running trails with her Doodles, you can find her with a nice cup of tea, trying to figure out which remote control actually turns the TV on. Her work has appeared in Christian Today, RELEVANT, Woman to Woman (Premier Radio), ForEveryMom, Living By Design Ministries Newsletter and is a contributing writer for ThriveMoms.   Connect with Niki: Website | Breathe Again | Instagram Want a few free chapters of Breathe Again? Text “BREATHEAGAIN” to 66866.   Quotes: “The reason they are my people is because that’s what I went through.” -Niki Hardy “We worry that if we're not broad we miss people but actually if I simply wrote for Christian women who have rectal cancer, that's still hundreds of thousands of women unfortunately so it’s not exactly a small niche.” -Niki Hardy  “Writing a book is such a team sport, even with self-published books.” -Niki Hardy “Trying not to compare my today with someone else's future.” -Niki Hardy “There are so many different parts involved in writing the book.” -Niki Hardy “There’s this sweet spot where what they’ve been through overlaps with what other people have been through.” - Niki Hardy   About Marketing Magic: The Marketing Magic podcast is where women entrepreneurs trying to do all the things come to get inspiration, business strategy, and on-air coaching on how to get their business noticed and growing. If you have a business that people need to know about in order for it to grow, you’re in the right place. This is the place to uncomplicate your marketing. Be sure to listen, subscribe, and leave a review! Join the conversation of other unapologetically successful women in her Facebook community, The #girlboss Club.

“Life isn't all pie in the sky when you die; it's cake on your plate while you wait!” -Niki Hardy

“Life isn’t all pie in the sky when you die; it’s cake on your plate while you wait!” -Niki Hardy… The post How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart with Guest Niki Hardy appeared first on Amy Elaine.

“Life isn't all pie in the sky when you die; it's cake on your plate while you wait!” -Niki Hardy

By His Grace podcast- Empowering YOU to live By His Grace through the struggles of life with host Misty Phillip and author and cancer survivor Niki Hardy The post Niki Hardy: Abundant Living After A Dreaded Diagnosis appeared first on By His Grace.

Niki Hardy is a Brit in the USA, a rectal (yes, rectal) cancer survivor, pastor’s wife, tea drinker and teller of bad jokes. As a speaker and the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart (Revell, Aug, 2019) she’s all about meeting us when life’s not fair and embracing the reality that with God, life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full. You can find more of Niki on social media at @niki.hardy and on her website NikiHardy.comYou can also check out some amazing Bible Tabs from Salt and Charm here. Also make sure to follow your host; Cassandra on her instagram!Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/mrscassandragay)

In this episode, Minta interviews author and speaker Niki Hardy about her new book: "Breathe Again: How to live well when life falls apart." Niki shares her personal story of losing both a mom and sister to cancer before being diagnosed herself. She then details her seven practices for thriving instead of just surviving hardship. This discussion is full of practical tips to help you trust God, find community, and more. If you are walking a difficult path or know someone who is barely hanging on, this episode is for you!Support the show (https://amintageisler.com)

Today I'm talking with Niki Hardy, author of the new book Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart. Niki is a cancer survivor and she shares how her diagnosis affected her, how she handled telling her kids, parenting with cancer, and how humor helped her and her kids get through her cancer treatments. Also, uh, Niki had rectal cancer, so yeah, heck yeah, we talk about poop. She says, "You're never too young to love your bum." I know this is a conversation about cancer, but it's uplifting and hopeful and will help you reevaluate how you approach life...and also nudge you to get regular checkups and listen to your body. As Niki wisely shares, "Life doesn't have to be pain-free to be full," so listen in and lighten up. Links from the show: Preorder Niki's book, Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart Connect with Niki: Website www.nikihardy.com IG: @niki.hardy FB: @NikiHardyauthor The Queen of Hearts by Kimmery Martin Small Great Things and A Spark of Light by Jodi Piccoult The Next Right Thing by Emily P. Freeman (Emily was on episode #29 of Lighten Up Podcast!)

We cling to God when times are hard but what happens when things get easier and life’s okay? The Israelites are now in a time of peace thanks to Gideon and his army but what will happen now? Will they repeat the cycle of sliding away from God as soon as life gets easier or will they stand firm? And if they slide, what can we learn from them about standing firm when life gets easier?

Did you miss the March event? Then listen to this episode from the keynote speaker Niki Hardy -- inspiring woman of God, witty Brit, and cancer survivor.

Hosts Jesse Eubanks and Sam Stevenson give an overview of how Enneagram Type 7 can move toward a life of sobriety. They also interview author and speaker Niki Hardy about being an Enthusiast. The crew plays You’ve Got Problems, where Niki is backed into a corner where she has to choose between laughter or oxygen. Also, everyone answers listener questions about Enneagram Type 7’s.

If you’ve ever wondered what your “thing” is, if it’s always felt ambiguous or fluid or hard to pinpoint, then today’s episode is for you. We’re chatting with Niki Hardy, an “accidental” author, cancer survivor, speaker, mum, wife, pastor, and one of our favorite Brits on the planet! After losing multiple family members to cancer ... Read More about MWM #70: Niki Hardy

As we go through life we do all we can to stack the odds of living a long and happy life in our favor. As Christians however, we believe in a providential God. As we continue our journey through Ruth we ask whether it makes a difference and how we might act in such a way as to stack the odds of God's providence in our favor.

http://amyelaine.com | Niki Hardy is joining me to talk about how to handle anything life throws at you This Christmas and really...just any day! We're also talking about the abundant life of John 10:10 and the victorious life of 16:33! You'll love how Niki ties the verses together to help us make sense of it all! Niki is a cancer survivor and she's learned to THRIVE, not just survive. You'll love listening to her amazing British accent and I know you'll come away with a fresh sense of HOPE for whatever you're facing today. “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” John‬ ‭16:33‬ ‭NLT‬‬ Listen in here on 94.7 FM TheWord https://947fmtheword.com/ Real Victory Radio is a listener-supported ministry program of Amy Elaine Ministries, please check out our website to learn more about becoming a partner and joining The Victory Movement. You can give a one-time gift or a monthly gift to help keep Real Victory Radio on the air. Honestly, we can't do this without support from our listeners and friends. For more details, see https://www.amyelaine.com.

http://amyelaine.com | Niki Hardy is joining me to talk about how to handle anything life throws at you This Christmas and really...just any day! We're also talking about the abundant life of John 10:10 and the victorious life of 16:33! You'll love how Niki ties the verses together to help us make sense of it all! Niki is a cancer survivor and she's learned to THRIVE, not just survive. You'll love listening to her amazing British accent and I know you'll come away with a fresh sense of HOPE for whatever you're facing today. “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” John‬ ‭16:33‬ ‭NLT‬‬ Listen in here on 94.7 FM TheWord https://947fmtheword.com/ Real Victory Radio is a listener-supported ministry program of Amy Elaine Ministries, please check out our website to learn more about becoming a partner and joining The Victory Movement. You can give a one-time gift or a monthly gift to help keep Real Victory Radio on the air. Honestly, we can't do this without support from our listeners and friends. For more details, see https://www.amyelaine.com.

https://amyelaine.com | Niki Hardy is joining me to talk about how to handle anything life throws at you This Christmas… The post Learning to THRIVE in the Storms of Life with Guest Niki Hardy appeared first on Amy Elaine.

Niki Hardy is an author, blogger, cancer survivor, pastor, and mum! Her ability to find humor in the midst of struggle will inspire you to look at your own situation in a new light. Check out her blog, where you can download her FREE audio to discover three strategies to give you the self-confidence and trust to thrive, not just survive, right where you are. To learn more about Collected Workshops email hello@collectedworkshops.com. Collected workshops are centered on worship, restorative creativity, and designated time for reflection, evaluation, and setting intentions. We provide a safe environment for practicing low-stakes creative risk-taking that will spur participants on to have the grit and courage to embrace their gifting and step further into their calling. For access to all episodes and show notes, please visit thecollectedpodcast.com. Follow us on Instagram! - Tia @TiaMcNellyNotes- Blogging about digging for the divine in the everyday. Are you longing to hear from God? Visit tiamcnelly.com for Five Ways God Speaks in Everyday Life- Jes @sprezzafoundry- Use code ‘podcast' for 10% off your order of hand-lettered art at sprezzafoundry.etsy.com- Collected @collectedworkshops This episode of The Collected Podcast was recorded and edited by Landon and Mickey Howard of Howard Photo + Film. Today's episode was sponsored by Sprezza Foundry. For information on advertising on The Collected Podcast email hello@collectedworkshops.com.

https://amyelaine.com | I can't even tell you how excited I am about this week's REAL VICTORY RADIO show with my sweet friend and author Jami Amerine. Jami's new book was deep and hilarious at the same time and I can't wait to introduce you to her on the show this week. You will love her! "Sacred Ground, Sticky Floors: How Less-Than-Perfect Parents Can Raise (Kind of) Great Kids" by Jami Amerine Link: http://a.co/d/1wD28lE My friend, Niki Hardy has this to say: “Jami Amerine is far from a perfect parent, but in her hilariously honest and self-deprecating storytelling, she points to the One who is. Reminding us whose we are and who our children really belong to, Jami helps us let go of control, untangle our own self-worth from our kids' performance, and start marveling in their own unique makeup. A must-read for any mom who wants to stay sane and uncover the sacred ground beneath her feet.” —Niki Hardy, author of Breathe Again This book is for moms of littles to those enjoying that second season of mumming our adult kids and everyone in between- that means YOU! Real Victory Radio is a listener-supported ministry program of Amy Elaine Ministries, please check out our website to learn more about becoming a partner and joining The Victory Movement. Details at www.amyelaine.com

https://amyelaine.com | I can't even tell you how excited I am about this week's REAL VICTORY RADIO show with my sweet friend and author Jami Amerine. Jami's new book was deep and hilarious at the same time and I can't wait to introduce you to her on the show this week. You will love her! "Sacred Ground, Sticky Floors: How Less-Than-Perfect Parents Can Raise (Kind of) Great Kids" by Jami Amerine Link: http://a.co/d/1wD28lE My friend, Niki Hardy has this to say: “Jami Amerine is far from a perfect parent, but in her hilariously honest and self-deprecating storytelling, she points to the One who is. Reminding us whose we are and who our children really belong to, Jami helps us let go of control, untangle our own self-worth from our kids' performance, and start marveling in their own unique makeup. A must-read for any mom who wants to stay sane and uncover the sacred ground beneath her feet.” —Niki Hardy, author of Breathe Again This book is for moms of littles to those enjoying that second season of mumming our adult kids and everyone in between- that means YOU! Real Victory Radio is a listener-supported ministry program of Amy Elaine Ministries, please check out our website to learn more about becoming a partner and joining The Victory Movement. Details at www.amyelaine.com

Niki Hardy and Leah jump right into what it means to live in and choose to see the magic in the mess. They chat about: -fighting in an English accent not being all that exciting to Brits (listen to this episode for that to make sense!) -Tool Kit for Hard Things --> choose brave --> trust God --> find community --> be vulnerable --> embrace the journey --> practice gratitiude --> reach out -the myth of costly kindness -showing up for your people About Niki Hardy Niki is a Brit in the USA, a cancer survivor and pastor’s wife, a fresh air junkie and tea drinker. As a speaker and blogger her candid, humorous storytelling helps us find humor and grace in the darkest place, and learn to laugh and trust God when all we want to do is scream. She passionately believes Life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full. You can find her and lots of practical resources on her blog, and connect on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. When she’s not speaking, writing or running trails with her two crazy Doodles, she's trying to figure out which of the three remote controls actually turns the TV on. Niki Online Niki Hardy - Facebook - Instagram Leah and Life Around the Coffee Cup Online Life Around the Coffee Cup - Facebook - Instagram      Subscribe on Apple Podcasts           Subscribe on Android   This Podcast Episode is Brought to You By: The Ultimate Homemaking Bundle `` Guys, my favorite online resource of the year is releasing April 11-16 - THE ULTIMATE HOMEMAKING BUNDLE!! I love this bundle because it's just like sitting in a room with a bunch of people who have been there, done that, and have wisdom to share! I'll be telling you more about it in the coming weeks and I cannot wait! You can make sure you don't miss it or forget in the shuffle of life by clicking here.

In that moment when things don't work out the way you planned, you have a choice. Will you choose fear or faith? http://thatupcycledlife.com | SCROLL DOWN FOR SHOW NOTES & LINKS! GIVE US A "THUMBS-UP" AND COMMENT IF YOU WERE ENCOURAGED BY THIS EPISODE! In this episode, Laura Fleetwood reflects on episode 2 of That Upcycled Life with Christine Chappell and TUL Uncut Interview with Bobbie Schae and Niki Hardy. When something doesn't go the way you planned, you can respond one of two ways. With faith. Or with fear. To learn more about Laura Fleetwood and her mission to help you seek the still in your chaotic life, visit seekingthestill.com. ---------- Episode description: In episode 2 of "That Upcycled Life," host Christine Chappell discovers familiarity with a project doesn't mean it will be easy to complete. Watch as she pauses her vintage window rehab plans to upcycle an old thrift store glass container, and travels to Virginia to take another stab at completing her original window shelf project. This episode's Upcycled Minute guest is Niki Hardy, writer/speaker and soon-to-be author. (http://nikihardy.com) In the minute, she shares encouragement about experiencing Jesus' promise of "fullness of life," even when current circumstances aren't going our way. ---------- Sign up to be notified about new TUL content weekly and receive 6 free phone lock screens as our gift to you! Join here: https://goo.gl/jB65pq ---------- If you are a Christian author, writer, speaker, teacher, or conference/ministry leader whose passion is to encourage others through hard times, or to share your testimony of how God has "upcycled" pains from your past, we'd love to connect with you! Email us at team@thatupcycledlife.com ---------- Be sure to connect with TUL on social media for even more DIY, faith, & fun! Facebook: http://facebook.com/thatupcycledlife Instagram: http://instagram.com/thatupcycledlife ---------- "That Upcycled Life" airs new show episodes every other Friday. Stay tuned for the next episode of "That Upcycled Life" to air Friday, March 23rd! Niki reflects upon personal grief, tragedy, and a medical diagnosis that lead her to discover that thriving in the midst of life's storms was not mere wishful thinking, but a difficult-to-grasp reality that God promises to those who belong to him. Through her story, we also get to see how the Lord has upcycled that difficult season in awe-inspiring ways. Even the most broken things can be upcycled in the right hands! TUL Uncut is an unedited, unscripted video interview series that digs deep into real life stories about real pain to share the redeeming hope of the gospel message. It airs on opposite Fridays of the TUL show. Set your calendar for Fridays at noon EST so you're the first to see new episode content. ---------- Sign up to be notified about new TUL content weekly and receive 6 free phone lock screens as our gift to you! Join here: http://eepurl.com/dgB7qj ---------- Connect with Niki! Here are some helpful links to learn more about Niki's writing & speaking ministry: Website–http://nikihardy.com Free resources mentioned in this episode–https://goo.gl/tKaWHv Connect with Niki on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NikiHardyaut... Connect with Niki on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niki.hardy/ ---------- If you are a Christian author, writer, speaker, teacher, or conference/ministry leader whose passion is to encourage others through hard times, or to share your testimony of how God has "upcycled" pains from your past, we'd love to connect with you! Email us at team@thatupcycledlife.com ---------- Be sure to connect with TUL on social media for even more DIY, faith, & fun! Facebook: http://facebook.com/thatupcycledlife Instagram: http://instagram.com/thatupcycledlife

1. Responding to the Call - Niki Hardy by CityChurch Charlotte

As we continue interrogating our faith in our 40 Days of Faith series, Niki asks the question: What kind of God allows suffering and examines His response to our personal pain.

Continuing our series Adventures in Acts, Niki asks what should we do when we meet opposition in our calling, and looks to Paul’s confrontation with Elymas the sorcerer as a model for how we can beat that resistance and move forward.

Niki found herself with a rectal cancer diagnosis only a few short years after losing both her mother and sister to different cancers. She knew her disease was not terminal, but the diagnosis was enough for her to be faced with very real fears and a lot of anger. Her family had only moved to the United States two years earlier, so they were still building community when she was diagnosed and they certainly felt like outsiders with their obvious British accents. Niki and her husband decided to handle the situation with complete vulnerability: they were honest with their kids and talked openly with the congregation where her husband was the pastor. They coped with humor and had to make difficult decisions about how they would fight for their marriage or allow the stress to drive them apart. Niki saw grace as she realized how known and loved they were by their community in North Carolina - they were surprised by how deeply people cared for them and were willing to step into the mess cancer had created in their life. Niki is cancer free now and continues to live vulnerably and openly and lean into the the hard stuff; even though vulnerability can feel like weakness, she no longer believes that "if you're strong, nothing is wrong." Niki wants to encourage people who are facing a huge challenge in life to remember that you don't "have to wait to feel joy or beauty again...There's joy and beauty in the middle of it." She encourages leaders to model authenticity and be intentional about helping people and stresses the importance of helping leaders by initiating doing kind and helpful things. Niki's Answers To The Fun Questions: • What are you loving right now? Coaching her daughter's lacrosse team. • What’s your favorite food/meal/snack? A cup of tea with a flapjack (an English granola bar). Try Niki's flapjack recipe at NikiHardy.com/recipes • What are you doing to take care of yourself? Not enough. Trail running with the dogs and reading when she leaves time. • What are you doing to be brave? A podcast! Writing and blogging with vulnerability (and thankful for groups like Hope*Writers that encourage and support community) Connect with Niki: BLOG: NikiHardy.com FACEBOOK: facebook.com/NikiHardyauthor TWITTER: twitter.com/NikiBHardy INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/Niki.Hardy Connect with Becky: BLOG: BeckyLMcCoy.com FACEBOOK: facebook.com/BeckyLMcCoy TWITTER: twitter.com/BeckyLMcCoy INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/BeckyLMcCoy PINTEREST: pinterest.com/BeckyLMcCoy NEWSLETTER: BeckyLMcCoy.com/email  Share your Sucker Punched story at BeckyLMcCoy.com/Submissions Please subscribe to and rate this podcast to help others find Sucker Punched. NOTE: Sucker Punched is the podcast formerly known as Stories of Unfolding Grace

2. Woman Up & Claim Your Promised Land - Niki Hardy by CityChurch Charlotte

As we continue our Advent journey looking at the Miracles of Christmas, Niki asks “what does it look like when God gives us the gift of abundant life?” and questions how we should respond when He does?

As we begin to focus on what God is saying to the church about the future, Niki asks us “How should we respond when God tells us the future?” and questions what it might mean to live fully in the present while at the same time seeking God for the future?

On Palm Sunday everybody except Jesus, missed what God was really doing. Do we likewise tend to get caught up in the events of the day and miss out on the real plot of God’s story? How can we make sure we don’t miss out on what God is doing this Easter?