🎙️ Introduction

Welcome to the 100th episode of Rise Up & Roar! In this milestone episode, Carrie Hurley reflects on how the podcast began, what God has done through it, and what's ahead. From humble beginnings, obedience, and 6:00 a.m. prayer recordings to devotionals, guest conversations, and new segments, Carrie celebrates God's unending faithfulness every step of the way. Get ready for laughter, encouragement, prophetic invitations—and some fabulous gifts!

📖 Narrative Walk-Through

Carrie shares the backstory of how Rise Up & Roar was born—not from a dream, but from obedience to God's nudge. She recounts the surprise direction from God to start the podcast three days before her planned timeline and how the first 37 episodes became a 35-day prayer journey for the USA. Through burnout, comparison traps, and learning curves, Carrie kept showing up—because God kept showing up. She calls listeners to step out in faith even when they feel unequipped, because God equips those He calls.

🗝️ Key Topics Covered

• The unexpected origin of Rise Up & Roar

• Why obedience > perfection

• Overview of Seasons 1 & 2 (Prayer + Devotionals from Philippians)

• Encouragement to step into God's calling despite self-doubt

• New podcast segment: Sanctified Shenanigans

• Launch of the Rise Up & Roar Patreon community - https://patreon.com/carriehurleyriseup

• Coaching session giveaway details

• Free gift: 100 Declarations of Truth & Grace - https://carriehurley.com/100

• The ROAR Back Challenge on social media

✅ Takeaways

• Obedience to God may not come with a roadmap—but it always comes with His presence.

• Small beginnings are sacred. Don't despise them.

• You are equipped by the Spirit to walk out God's calling—even when you feel underqualified.

• Prayer is not a side activity; it's the lifeline of the believer.

• Humor is holy—God loves to laugh with us!

• Community and encouragement are essential for growth and healing.

🎯 This Week's Challenge: Post a bold biblical declaration about your identity or calling using the hashtag #RiseUpAndRoar100 on Facebook or Instagram. Carrie will be checking and reposting to cheer you on!

📖 Key Scriptures Highlighted

• Ephesians 2:10 (NLT) – "For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago."

• Zechariah 4:10 (NLT) – "Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin..."

• Matthew 6:33 (NLT) – "Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need."

• Matthew 7:7–8 (NLT) – "Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you..."

• Galatians 6:2 (NLT) – "Share each other's burdens, and in this way obey the law of Christ."

• Melodies Copyright 2015-2025 Carrie Hurley All Rights Reserved All Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

📣 Closing Call to Action

🎁 Download your free gift: 100 Declarations of Truth & Grace PDF – speak life daily! 🎉 Enter the giveaway: Leave a podcast review on your favorite platform to enter for a free 45-minute coaching session (runs through July 22). 🤝 Support the show: Join Carrie's Patreon community! Choose from the $5/month "Rise Up" tier or the $15/month "Roar" tier with added devotionals, verse songs, and inner healing sessions. 🙌 Stay Connected:

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Let this episode remind you that you are powerful for the Kingdom of Heaven and dangerous to the system of darkness. Now is your time to rise up and roar!