Podcasts about unblinded faith

Episode Summary: In this episode, I talk with Elisa Pulliam about how we can know Jesus better, gain insight and wisdom through believing God's word, and what it truly means to live by faith, Unblinded Faith. Quotables from the episode: “Unblinded Faith is both for those who have never met Jesus before and want to know, who is God and how do you get to know Him, and what is His truth. But I think there's too many of us that as believers that live blinded, we don't see by faith what God has for us. And so, it was kind of a, two pillars, is the best way to describe it.” “I was trying to live out the hope of Christ, the story of Christ, the promises of God, without allowing them to apply to everything I had already been through in my past…” “My life has been built upon the principles of what I call trap and transform. So, trap is ‘take captive every thought and make it obedient to Christ' which is 2 Corinthians 10:5 and then transform is Romans 12:2, ‘be transformed by the renewing of your mind.'” “How do we get ourselves into God's Word and have a deeper desire to have a fresh encounter with God every day, not just for the past but for the now and the future?” “I began to realize that the foundational principles of God's sovereignty, His faithfulness, His kindness, His anger, His wrath, all of it, was shaped through the 18 years that we lived at the boarding school and because of that many of the truths that I was drawn to write about had stories that were related to those years where we lived there.” What can a reader expect when she reads this book? “That people would not walk away feeling like they knew me better but that they knew Jesus better.” How is this devotional different from others? “My hope would be that it creates a pattern for women to end Unblinded Faith and say, hey, I can continue to do this on my own in the Word. And at the same time, it provides a tool for when they're feeling flat, and distant from God and they feel lost, they can pull it out and say I'm going to go through this again and she what God has for me next time” “You don't get spiritually connected to God if you don't connect with God” “I would like to see women walk away and realize that they've seen Him move in their life in a new way that they wouldn't have seen, because they weren't previously looking.” Scripture Referenced: 2 Corinthians 10:5 “We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ.” Romans 12:2 “Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God's will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” Recommended Resources: Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Insight Through Believing God's Word by Elisa Pulliam  Impact Together: Biblical Mentoring Simplified by Elisa Pulliam  Brave Together: Devoted to God and Each Other by Elisa Pulliam  Journey to Freedom: A Bible Study on Identity for Teen Girls by Elisa Pulliam Meet the New You: A 21-Day Plan for Embracing Fresh Attitudes and Focused Habits for Real Life Change by Elisa Pulliam Holy Whole: Guiding You Into Wellness Through Wholehearted Devotion to God by Elisa Pulliam  Do You Struggle to Believe God? Revive & Thrive Online Women's Conference Trusting God through Cancer 1  Trusting God through Cancer 2 Breaking Anxiety's Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson Breaking Anxiety's Grip Free Study Guide 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   Social Media Links for Host and Guest: Connect with Elisa Pulliam: Website / Facebook / Instagram / Pinterest For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Breaking Anxiety's Grip / Order Book HopePrevails /  Website  /  Blog  / Facebook / Facebook Twitter (@DrMBengtson)  /  LinkedIn /  Instagram  / Pinterest / YouTube   Guest: Elisa Pulliam is passionate about helping women experience a fresh encounter with God and His Word for the sake of impacting the next generation with Kingdom Hope. Her latest book, “Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Sight through Believing God's Word,” is described as “more than a devotional, it's a tool for growing deep spiritual roots.” Elisa is the founder of More to Be, a ministry devoted to equipping women with biblical resources, coaching, and mentor training. She also is the owner of the Kaleo Agency, and as a creative strategist, she helps female entrepreneurs, coaches, and writers develop their brand marketing in order to convey their message and maximize their mission with ease. Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson

Join The Planning Woman as she talks with Elisa Pulliam from More to Be. They discuss her devotional book Unblinded Faith and give great tips and insight for having a quiet time with God.More to Be Website: https://www.moretobe.com/Unblinded Faith Book: http://unblindedfaith.com/

Episode #62 Elisa Pulliam Trusting in God’s Goodness with Unblinded Faith   * Head to SimplyJoyfulPodcast.com or KristiClover.com/062 to see all the Show Notes & Awesome Quotes that we collected for you!   * OUR SEASON 5 SPONSORS: Skill Trek!  & Prep Dish! SKILL TREK: Teaching basic life skills to your kids and teens has never been easier! Get 15% off annual memberships when using coupon code CLOVER15 (Coupon expires on June 30). PREP DISH: Simple meal planning that helps you be more efficient in the kitchen. Get a FREE 2 week trial by clicking HERE.     **CHECK OUT OUR NEW “SIMPLY JOYFUL TV!” It’s the video edition of the podcast! I had the honor of interviewing Jon Erwin, the director of the new movie I Can Only Imagine and Moms Night Out. You can watch it HERE! I also just released my interview with Pam Barnhill! Find them both at KristiClover.tv   BOOKS & POSTS MENTIONED… Unblinded Faith  Impact Together Meet the New You Discovering the Treasures of a Godly Woman The Child's Story Bible The Beginner's Bible: Timeless Children's Stories  Created for Work  Practical Happiness Hero Tales  Discipleship Essentials Missionary Stories with the Millers  Christian Heroes  Evan Almighty     LINKS TO OTHER THINGS MENTIONED… (See more details on the SHOW NOTES!) Join my mailing list and get weekly encouragement -- and get my Sanity Savers for Moms book FREE! The Simply Joyful Membership Site!! — We have lots of great ways to get bonuses! Thanks for your support of the podcast! Join our Facebook Community, too! Your question might just be used in the podcast. I didn’t mention that I have a weight loss program that I love called Optavia! I’m a health coach with them. If you are interested in learning more about that and my special coaching program, just head HERE for more info. Listening to Audio Books with Audible! The Simply Joyful Podcast mug Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss the next encouraging episode! iTunes & Stitcher & now GooglePlay   I hope you enjoyed this week's podcast! My prayer is always that you will be blessed and encouraged by each episode. Live Simply. Be Joyful.   LET’S CONNECT!… I'd love to connect with you more online! Be sure to follow me on social media and see what we're up to.  My Website | Facebook  | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest | Twitter   CONNECT WITH LISA… Elisa Pulliam is passionate about inspiring this generation of women to experience a fresh encounter with God for the sake of impacting the next generation. In spite of not growing up in a Christian home, and spending many years in rebellion, Lisa (which is what she prefers to be called and there’s a story about that) came to know Jesus Christ as her personal Savior in the fall of 1993. Ever since the Lord has been in the process of transforming her from the outside in and inside out. It’s this first-hand encounter with God that motivates her to inspire women to pursue God personally and join Him in work in their lives. Soon after launching More to Be, however, Elisa discovered that there was an equally important need to reach women stuck in a rut of poor habits and unhealthy thinking, and began shining the ministry focus towards women seeking spiritual growth and life transformation. She became a certified life coach and later joined Life Breakthrough Academy as a life coach trainer, having no idea at the time that God would use this experience in the writing of Meet the New You: A 21-Day Plan for Embracing Fresh Attitudes and Focused Habits for Real Life Change. Elisa believes each moment of each day belongs to the Lord and strives to be emotionally present and eternally purpose, especially with her husband of 22 years, Stephen, and her four tween through college-age children. You can check out Elisa's books HERE on Amazon! Be sure to visit her site as well at www.moretobe.com.   **This post may contain a few affiliate links, both Amazon & others. Please see my disclosure page if you have any questions.

Elisa Pulliam is my guest on episode #4 of GRACEOLOGIE with Gwen Smith! Elisa is the founder of MORE TO BE, a ministry devoted to equipping women with Biblical resources, coaching and mentor training. She's also the author of the new book, UNBLINDED FAITH. In this conversation we talk about how to live a life defined by grace. about how to STOP the toxic patterns of living out the junk of our old selves and STEPPING INTO the NEWNESS and BEAUTY of our new selves in Christ, through the transforming power of God’s Word. We also talk about the importance of not only BELIEVING GOD FORGIVES, but RECEIVING HIS FORGIVENESS. The conversation gets both vulnerable and practical as LISA and I share some personal struggles relating to anger, control, parenting and personality. We’ll discuss some ideas and truths from Scripture that you can begin to implement TODAY that will help you to not only BELIEVE that GOD has made you into a new creation, but to begin to LIVE like that new creation.   So if you’ve ever felt frustrated by the distance between your behaving and your believing, OR by the way your failings impact the people you love, then this discussion is going to encourage, guide and empower you. You're invited to join Graceology host, Gwen Smith, for a 4-week online Bible Study: A Psalm Adventure, that will... Help you know and trust God more Direct your heart to where God would like to lead you Restore your strength and focus... heart, mind & soul Show you how to live in responsive worship everyday... no matter what … according to God’s WORD LEARN MORE about the study and REGISTER TODAY by visiting www.GwenSmith.net/BibleStudy LINKS for episode #2 can be found at www.gwensmith.net/graceologie/4 Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show! Graceologie on INSTA: @graceologie Graceologie on FB: www.facebook.com/graceologie Gwen Smith on INSTA: @gwensmithmusic Gwen Smith on FB: www.facebook.com/GwenSmithMusic

What does it mean to believe God's word, no matter what? How do we live with unshakable hope, unblinded faith, and sights clearly set on heaven? That is exactly what we're talking about in this week's episode of the Embracing a Simpler Life podcast! Elisa Pulliam shares her story of hardship, along with God's receptive work in her life and all He's taught her through His word about faith regardless of circumstances. Elisa has so much wisdom to share, I know you will be blessed!   All things Elisa! Elisa Pulliam is passionate about helping women experience a fresh encounter with God and His Word for the sake of impacting the next generation with Kingdom Hope. Her latest book, "Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Sight through Believing God's Word," is described as "more than a devotional, it's a tool for growing deep spiritual roots." Elisa is the founder of More to Be, a ministry devoted to equipping women with biblical resources, coaching, and mentor training. She also is the owner of the Kaleo Agency, and as a creative strategist, she helps female entrepreneurs, coaches, and writers develop their brand marketing in order to convey their message and maximize their mission with ease. Connect with Elisa at MoretoBe.com or KaleoAgency.net. You can also find her on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter! Find her new devotional Unblinded Faith HERE. And check out her free 90 Days of Faith Challenge here!   Scriptures Referenced 2 Corinthians 3:16-18, "...And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit." 2 Corinthians 4:4, "The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God." 2 Corinthians 4:8-10, "We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body." John 17:3, "Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent."   Episode Sponsor: Phonics Museum App by Veritas Teaching children to read as early as possible is one of the best things parents and teachers can do for a child’s future academic success, but knowing how or where to start is overwhelming and oftentimes confusing for parents, but it doesn’t have to be… The Phonics Museum is the first complete solution that with little to no parental or teacher involvement will take a child that can’t recognize letters, all the way to reading real books. Visit www.phonicsmuseum.com/easl to claim your two-week free trial!   For More Subscribe to our email list here. We'd love to be able to stay in touch with you! Subscribe to our podcast on iOS here. To subscribe on Android, click this link and select your podcast listening app. Or copy this link into your favorite podcast listening app: http://embracingasimplerlife.libsyn.com/rss Leave an iTunes review here. These help more people find the Embracing a Simpler Life podcast and are greatly appreciated! Follow Embracing a Simpler Life on Facebook and Instagram! Get Katie's book here: Heavenly Minded Mom: A 90 Day Journey to Embrace What Matters Most

On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, Angela and Elisa reunite for the closing episode of season one, focusing on Being a Woman of Wisdom. Together, they "meet wisdom" in Proverbs, specifically digging into chapter 8. They cover everything from raising sons and daughters to nurturing marriages to being women walking in wisdom, passionate about pursuing cross-wired, multi-generational relationships.HighlightsHow do we lovingly engage with those who don't yet know Him? - AngelaAre we seeking wisdom to put it into action or simply saying we're pursuing wisdom? - AngelaWe need the generations cross-wired together because we need wisdom from the older generation. - ElisaWe have to be careful we're not pursuing what "feels good" but returning to the wisdom of God. - AngelaWisdom . . . it is about learning how to go search for it. - AngelaBefore the creation of the world, He created wisdom. What does this even mean? - ElisaWisdom doesn't mince words. - ElisaIf you are hopeless, helpless, downcast, wisdom is a place to come back to as an anchor. - AngelaChallenge QuestionIn what ways can you see that God might be calling you to "adult" in your faith walk? How might God want to give you wisdom in a challenging area of life?How are you applying the wisdom from Proverbs 8?Related ContentGet your copy of Unblinded Faith wherever books are sold. Wondering how to cross-wired the generations together? Consider the Impact Mentor Training Course.Curious about how the Life Coaching might help you grow spiritually? Learn more about it here! And ask for the $25 special discount for More to Be Podcast Listeners.Spend this summer season uncovering how you can be salt and light through Angela's challenge. Sign up here for the Seasons Challenge here.Stay ConnectedSubscribe on iTunes.We love your support in reviewing and rating our podcast. The more reviews, the greater chance others will find us.Select the show on iTunes. Make sure you are on the show’s page.Click “Ratings and Reviews” under the podcast name.Click “Write a Review” under the Customer Reviews section.Write and submit your review! Thank you so much!Connect with us!Elisa on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and the More to Be TribeAngela on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Everyday WelcomeThis is the last in our first season of the More to Be Podcast. Help shape season two by completing our short survey here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, Elisa Pulliam is joined by author, speaker, and friend, Crystal Stine, for the Unblinded Faith Series, inspired by Elisa's newest devotional book, Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Sight Through Believing God's Word.Meet Crystal StineCrystal has a heart for encouraging women to live authentic lives, online and in real life and offers a unique perspective as a small-town writer who has learned from her internet community how to build real life community. Her heart is to encourage, equip and inspire women of all ages to embrace a work hard, rest well lifestyle that honors God with their every day, small moment obedience. Her first book, Holy Hustle: Embracing a Work Hard, Rest Well Lifestyle, releases June 5, 2018. You can connect with Crystal online at crystalstine.me, learn more about her book at holyhustlebook.com, or find her on Instagram @crystalstine.On this episode, Be Holy and Humble, Elisa and Crystal chat about what it looks like to face trials with faith and challenges with humble grace. Crystal shares how she came into the faith as a teenager and what it's meant to live it out as a mom, wife, and in ministry. Together, they look at Colossians 3, considering the life of "putting on" and "taking off," especially when things like ministry and work don't go your way and you're left disappointed with a wounded heart. You'll find this episode filled with the encouragement to embrace both the hustle of work and holiness of rest in light of Crystal's new book, Holy Hustle. HighlightsGod is still doing a new thing. He is not yet done with us. - CrystalIt's not about me. It's about God's work. - CrystalFailures are not Stop Signs, they are stepping stones. - CrystalGod knows what He has coming up next. So let's not take the small moments for granted. - CrystalThere is a way out of the pit. It's the goal of where God intended to take you. - ElisaFaith is the thing we have to cling to when we're in the deepest part of the trial. - ElisaWe can flee. We fight. We can have faith. - CrystalWe've got to look at Scripture in the context of Scripture. - ElisaWe need to work without shame and rest without guilt. - CrystalGod has created us to work, which is a result of our faith in action. - CrystalWe can't think biblically and live transformed if we're not in the Word. - ElisaChallenge QuestionWhatever the work you do, there is a need and a purpose. So grab a piece of paper and right down all the work that you do and then give thanks to God for that work. Give it back to Him. Ask Him to show you how to serve and restRelated ContentGet your copy of Unblinded Faith wherever books are sold. Don't forget to grab the companion journal when you order from Amazon.Curious about how the Life Coaching might help you? Learn more about it here! And ask for the $25 special discount for More to Be Podcast Listeners.Get a copy of Holy Hustle here.Stay ConnectedSubscribe on iTunes.We love your support in reviewing and rating our podcast. The more reviews, the greater chance others will find us.Select the show on iTunes. Make sure you are on the show’s page.Click “Ratings and Reviews” under the podcast name.Click “Write a Review” under the Customer Reviews section.Write and submit your review! Thank you so much!Connect with us!Elisa on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and the More to Be TribeAngela on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Everyday WelcomeThis is the last in our Unblinded Faith Series! Let us know what you think of our podcast by completing our short survey here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joining me today is my friend Elisa Pulliam, a life coach, mentor, speaker, and author of Meet the New You and Unblinded Faith. In this episode we’re digging deep into an exploration of what it really looks like to walk through the messy process of healing and transformation in order to become everything God created us to be. As Lisa says, if you crave unshakeable hope, it’s going to require cultivating an unblinded faith, and as you hear the powerful testimony of her journey, I hope you’ll be encouraged to press on and keep fighting to become everything God created YOU to be. Click HERE to access the show notes for this episode and don't forget to leave a rating and review if you enjoyed the show! Want to make sure you never miss an episode? Hit that "subscribe" button on your podcast app and click HERE to join our email family so you'll be notified whenever a new episode is released. Thanks so much for listening!

On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, Elisa Pulliam is joined by fellow author, Katie Bennett, for the Unblinded Faith Series, inspired by Elisa's newest devotional book, Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Sight Through Believing God's Word.Meet Katie BennettKatie Bennett is the author of Heavenly Minded Mom and the creator of the Embracing a Simpler Life blog and podcast, where she encourages women stop loving the world and instead follow Jesus with everything they've got. She and her husband Mitch live in a small town in rural Missouri with their three young children. Connect with Katie at Embracing a Simpler Life and find her new book at Heavenly Minded Mom.On this episode, Be Heavenly Minded, we talk about what it looks like to live life in light of eternity. Katie shares how her life took a shift from perfect to anxiety-ridden, and how an eternal perspective inspired a new way of living. Together, Elisa and Katie dive into Hebrews 12, as they consider how to live a life of faith in the midst of the unknown and under the strain of suffering. You'll find this episode packed with encouragement, story-telling, and Scriptures to spur you on to think biblically and live transformed. Highlightsf you allow yourself to be distracted by the things of this world, anxiety will grow. - KatieI never thought I could get past the stronghold of what people thought of me, but I did. - KatieI had to switch my perspective from earthly security to eternal promises. - ElisaYour will, God, is for us to be more and more like Jesus. - ElisaMy job is to be faithful in running the race. - KatieGod is calling us to radical faith lived out everyday in light of eternity. - ElisaChallenge QuestionRead the Gospel of Matthew through the lens of an eternal perspective to see our present reality compared to what is to come.Related ContentGet your copy of Unblinded Faith wherever books are sold. Don't forget to grab the companion journal when you order from Amazon.Curious about how the Life Coaching might help you? Learn more about it here! And ask for the $25 special discount for More to Be Podcast Listeners.Grab your copy of Be Heavenly Minded here. Stay ConnectedSubscribe on iTunes.We love your support in reviewing and rating our podcast. The more reviews, the greater chance others will find us.Select the show on iTunes. Make sure you are on the show’s page.Click “Ratings and Reviews” under the podcast name.Click “Write a Review” under the Customer Reviews section.Write and submit your review! Thank you so much!Connect with us!Elisa on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and the More to Be TribeAngela on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Everyday WelcomeThe Unblinded Faith Series will release each Monday in one full-length episode as opposed to our usual two-part episodes. If you prefer the original format of two 20-minute segments released on Monday/Tuesdays, let us know by completing our short survey here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, Elisa Pulliam is joined by fellow author and friend, Jen Schmidt, for the Unblinded Faith Series, inspired by Elisa's newest devotional book, Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Sight Through Believing God's Word.Meet Jen SchmidtFor the last decade, Jen Schmidt has been encouraging, challenging, and cheering on women to embrace both the beauty and bedlam of their everyday lives on her popular lifestyle blog, Balancing Beauty and Bedlam. With a variety of topics—from easy dinner ideas and personal finance to leaving a legacy—Jen equips others to live life to its fullest, reminding them it's the little things that really are the big things in life.A popular speaker, worship leader and founder/host of the annual Becoming Conference, Jen shares with humor and authenticity as she invites others to join her on this bumpy, beautiful life journey. She lives in North Carolina with her husband, five children, a few too many animals, and an available sofa for anyone who needs it. Connect with Jen on Facebook and check out her book, Just Open the Door. In this episode, Be the Open Door, Jen shares how she's inherited a mindset and habit of biblical hospitality, modeled by her parents. You'll soon discover that both Jen and Elisa are passionate about opening the door not only to their homes but also their hearts, as they heed God's leading to extend welcome and create a culture of community. You'll hear the practical ways they approach biblical hospitality, not getting distracted or derailed by what they can't do, rather looking for what God can do. Grab your Bibles and open to 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16, for a fresh look at the idea of hospitality in a world desperate for community. Related ContentGet your copy of Unblinded Faith wherever books are sold. Don't forget to grab the companion journal when you order from Amazon.Curious about how the Life Coaching might help you? Learn more about it here! And ask for the $25 special discount for More to Be Podcast Listeners.Grab your copy of Just Open the Door by Jen Schmidt.Stay ConnectedSubscribe on iTunes.We love your support in reviewing and rating our podcast. The more reviews, the greater chance others will find us.Select the show on iTunes. Make sure you are on the show’s page.Click “Ratings and Reviews” under the podcast name.Click “Write a Review” under the Customer Reviews section.Write and submit your review! Thank you so much!Connect with us!Elisa on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and the More to Be TribeAngela on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Everyday WelcomeThe Unblinded Faith Series will release each Monday in one full-length episode as opposed to our usual two-part episodes. If you prefer the original format of two 20-minute segments released on Monday/Tuesdays, let us know by completing our short survey here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today is all about being encouraged and challenged. Let’s talk about faith. Take your faith from your little corner of being a Christian and then diving into where God is calling you to be. My guest today is Elisa Pulliam, and she is going to help us get there.  Elisa Pulliam is a certified life coach, mentor, speaker, and author who is passionate about inspiring women to experience a fresh encounter with God and His Word for the sake of impacting the next generation with Kingdom Hope. Her ministry, More to Be, is devoted to helping women unpack the Scriptures and discover how to join God in His work every day. Elisa and her husband, Stephen, savor life together with their four children. She has a fantastic devotional that is coming out today, so I highly encourage everyone to pick it up right away! 

On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, Elisa Pulliam is joined by fellow author and friend, Gwen Smith, for the Unblinded Faith Series, inspired by Elisa's newest devotional book, Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Sight Through Believing God's Word.Gwen Smith is an author, speaker, worship leader, songwriter and volleyball enthusiast who lives in sunny North Carolina and has been married to her hunky college honey, Brad, for 24 years. They are tired parents to three tall, competitive-sport-playing young people, ages 17-21, who keep them on their toes and on their knees.Her online friends meet at GwenSmith.net to connect and be encouraged, and her goal is to help women know and trust God more. Gwen’s latest book, I Want It ALL, encourages readers to “press on to take possession of God’s promises,” and comes complete with a Bible study guide and questions for reflection. Gwen speaks, leads worship, and eats potato chips at women’s events everywhere, and she is a co-founder of the conference and devotional ministry Girlfriends in God.In this episode, Be Strong and Steadfast, Gwen shares with us how her journey of faith began strong, went off course, and has returned to a full embrace of Jesus and His Word as well as the way prayer can look different for each of us. After considering the story, commands, and promises found Joshua 1:1-9, Gwen describes the rather traumatic fire that burned down her house and God's provisions throughout that trial. She and Elisa round out their chat with an unexpected turn, considering what it looks like to run the spiritual race in spite of opposition and the similarities to what we experience in our earthly bodies, touching upon Galatians 3:3 and Joshua 1:8.Related ContentGet your copy of Unblinded Faith wherever books are sold. Don't forget to grab the companion journal when you order from Amazon.Curious about how the Life Coaching might help you? Learn more about it here! And ask for the $25 special discount for More to Be Podcast Listeners.Want to use the R.A.W. Scripture Study Method? Find it here.Stay ConnectedSubscribe on iTunes.We love your support in reviewing and rating our podcast. The more reviews, the greater chance others will find us.Select the show on iTunes. Make sure you are on the show’s page.Click “Ratings and Reviews” under the podcast name.Click “Write a Review” under the Customer Reviews section.Write and submit your review! Thank you so much!Connect with us!Elisa on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and the More to Be TribeAngela on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Everyday WelcomeThe Unblinded Faith Series will release each Monday in one full-length episode as opposed to our usual two-part episodes. If you prefer the original format of two 20-minute segments released on Monday/Tuesdays, let us know by completing our short survey here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, Elisa Pulliam is joined by fellow author and friend, Jennifer Dukes Lee, in the kick off for the Unblinded Faith Series, inspired by Elisa's newest devotional book, Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Sight Through Believing God's Word. Jennifer is the author of The Happiness Dare and Love Idol. She is a popular blogger, writer for Dayspring’s (in)courage, and a speaker at women’s conferences across the United States. Her words have been featured on numerous podcasts, radio programs, Proverbs 31 Ministries, Fox News Opinion, the Des Moines Register, and Today’s Christian Woman.A former news reporter for several Midwestern newspapers, Jennifer still loves to chase a great story. Nowadays, however, she prefers to write about the remarkably good news of Jesus Christ. She clings to the hope of the Cross and is passionate about sharing the gospel through story. She believes in miracles; she is one. She marvels at God’s unrelenting grace for people who mess up—stumbling sinners like her, who have been made whole through Christ.Jennifer and her husband live on the Lee family farm, where they raise crops, pigs, and two humans. She attends a small country church where some Sundays you’ll find her spinning tunes as the church deejay. She’s a big fan of dark chocolate, emojis, eighties music, bright lipstick, and Netflix binges. She wants to live life in such a way that you can’t help but want more of Jesus.In this episode, Be Happy, Jennifer shares the journey of how she discovered that happiness is actually a part of God's design for our lives. She and Elisa chat about the Parable of the Talents, found in Matthew 25:14-30, and her Happiness Style Assessment can help us embrace the way God designed us to experience happiness.HighlightsWriting about faith is how I make sense of the world around me. - JenniferIt is my nature to ask why, and I've come to accept that? - JenniferSilent doubts rarely find answers. - JenniferContinuing to move forward, confident that God's purposes will prevail. - ElisaMaking daily decisions with confidences in God's purposes . . . that's a life of unblinded faith. - ElisaWe are entrusted by God with this . . . life. - ElisaGod is kind and loving, wanting His children to be in the protection of His fold. - ElisaGod, show me who you really are! - ElisaHappiness is not the opposite of holiness. - JenniferWe need to take back happiness. - JenniferChallenge QuestionsGo take the Happiness Style Quiz to be affirmed in who you are!Take a few minutes to prayerfully consider how you're stewarding your talents. Are you willing to receive and steward what God has given you to the best of your abilities?Related ContentGet your copy of Unblinded Faith wherever books are sold. Don't forget to grab the companion journal when you order from Amazon.Curious about how the Highlands Ability Battery might be good for you? Learn more about it here! And ask for the $25 special discount for More to Be Podcast Listeners.Stay ConnectedSubscribe on iTunes.We love your support in reviewing and rating our podcast. The more reviews, the greater chance others will find us.Select the show on iTunes. Make sure you are on the show’s page.Click “Ratings and Reviews” under the podcast name.Click “Write a Review” under the Customer Reviews section.Write and submit your review! Thank you so much!Connect with us!Elisa on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and the More to Be TribeAngela on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Everyday WelcomeThe Unblinded Faith Series will release each Monday in one full-length episode as opposed to our usual two-part episodes. If you prefer the original format of two 20-minute segments released on Monday/Tuesdays, let us know for our future episodes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett on this episode of the More to Be Podcast as they continue to look at what it means to "Be Unblinded," inspired by Elisa's newest devotional book, Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Sight Through Believing God's Word. Elisa picks up at 2 Corinthians 4:7, So grab your Bible and be inspired to live out your faith through seeking God for His work every day.HIGHLIGHTSWe just don't have it all together. What freedom to be the underdog.Bible reading is the daily discipline, effort, and focus, so that at the moment we need it, we'll be prepared. - ElisaWe do not need to know the answers to trust God. - ElisaBut God, in you, there is hope. - ElisaAn eternal perspective helps you to live knowing this difficult season will come to an end. - AngelaRelease to the Lord everything, because He loves you. - ElisaIf our identity is as the beloved children of God, then why wouldn't we release everything to Him. - ElisaA truggle . . . our struggle in a trial . . . but God is there. -ElisaPreach to your own heart. - AngelaYou are good, God, you are good. - AngelaJoy and sorrow go hand in hand. - AngelaCan we see the Lord, even in a dark place, through knowing Him so well we can find Him anywhere? - AngelaJesus is God's Word.If we don't feel God's presence, are we spending time with Him in His Word? - ElisaDo we want the legacy that says, "She believed in God!"? - ElisaDoes the rhythm of our lives mimic the heartbeat of God? - ElisaCHALLENGE QUESTIONSAre you struggling with spiritual blindness? Does it have to do with a hardened heart? Look at Ezekiel 36:26 and Luke 6:45.What action steps do you need to take in response to what you heard today?RELATED CONTENTGet your copy of Unblinded Faith wherever books are sold. Preorder bonuses available through April 30, 2018 here. Don't forget to grab the companion journal when you order from Amazon.Looking for more information about the Biblical Mentoring Intensive? Learn more here.CONNECT WITH USElisa on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and the More to Be TribeAngela on Instagram, Facebook,Twitter, Pinterest and Everyday WelcomeThanks for listening! We appreciate your reviews and spreading the word about our podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett on this episode of the More to Be Podcast as they begin to look at what it means to "Be Unblinded," inspired by Elisa's newest devotional book, Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Sight Through Believing God's Word. Elisa not only shares the backstory behind her book but also unpacks the first part of 2 Corinthians 4! So grab your Bible and be inspired to live out your faith through seeking God for His work every day. HIGHLIGHTSIt's not my job to unblind people. It's God's job. - ElisaThere is a very real tension between Satan, who is god of this world, and Jesus who is God of our hearts and promise of eternity. - ElisaBy the power of the Holy Spirit, God will remove our blinders. - AngelaThe goal is to immerse ourselves in the Word. - Elisa & AngelaMy hope is that no one will remember and my words, but have a fresh encounter with God and His Word. - ElisaWe don't want others to believe in us, but to believe in God's Word is truth. - ElisaWe're His servants. It's not about us.What happens with cracks, is that the light shines out. - ElisaThere's no need for a potter if we have it all put together. - AngelaYou know something about the maker when you feel the imperfection. - AngelaCHALLENGE QUESTIONSAre you struggling with spiritual blindness?Is there any area in your heart that is hardened? What would it take to get a soft heart for the Lord to work in and through? RELATED CONTENTGet your copy of Unblinded Faith wherever books are sold. Preorder bonuses available through April 30, 2018 here. Don't forget to grab the companion journal when you order from Amazon.Wondering about Meet the New You? Find it here!Curious about Elisa's testimony in overcoming anger? Listen to Be Transformed, Part 1 and Part 2.CONNECT WITH USElisa on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and the More to Be TribeAngela on Instagram, Facebook,Twitter, Pinterest and Everyday WelcomeThanks for listening! We appreciate your reviews and spreading the word about our podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of the More to Be Podcast, Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett continue to unpack Matthew 5:1-16 as they reflect upon the teachings of Jesus and His reference to us being the salt and light of this world.HighlightsYou are salt. You are light. - AngelaThe qualities in salt and light are already in your very nature as women created in the image of God. - AngelaBy our very nature, we are seasoning in this world around us. - AngelaThe world needs the flavor of Christ - ElisaIf we allow God, who made us, to draw us into His work, how beautiful will be the result. - ElisaBeing who we are, right where we are, is our steadiness as the light. - AngelaIf we are going to be the light of the world, we've got to be in the Word. - AngelaYou can not make the light dark. - ElisaShe is the light of the world. She cannot help it. - AngelaOur hope. Our worth. Our purpose. Comes from You, God. - ElisaResourcesLooking for practical ways to weave mentoring into your everyday routines? Grab Angela's ebook Everyday Welcome for recipes, inspiration, and insight into how you can open your heart and home to serve Him.Ready to become saltier and brighter? The Infuse Life Transformation Course is a great option for cultivating a seasoned faith that shines brightly in this world.Want to grow spiritual sight? Unblinded Faith is a perfect resource! It is a 90-day devotional journey that will meet you right where you are today.Connect with UsElisa on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and the More to Be TribeAngela on Instagram, Facebook,Twitter, Pinterest and Everyday WelcomeThanks for listening! We appreciate your reviews and spreading the word about our podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.