Be Encouraged! Podcast

How are you ending 2024? Does it feel like the glass is hopeFUL or hopeLess?

Do you feel like you are barely making it to the end of it all?

Welcome to the BE ENCOURAGED! Podcast. I am your host, Jackie Brindle and this is episode # 137.

If you need some encouragement to get you through the home stretch of 2024, your month, week, or day ---- THIS episode is for you!

Chelsey DeMatteis is no stranger to the BE ENCOURAGED! Podcast. She is a natural encourager and has been a guest before on our show! Chelsey is passionate about lifting up other women across generations! She is a wife, mom of 2, podcaster to Living with Less Podcast, and an author.

She is a writer of a few devotional writings and books. NOW, she is releasing her brand NEW book into the world called, "A Thrill of Hope" for the Advent season! YAY!

The homestretch of the year can be filled with flood of many emotions, like grief and joy.

That's why, Chelsey is here! This conversation will encourage you, in what might be a complicated season. I pray that this offers you an invitation to experience a thrill of hope!

So grab your cup of coffee, get on your walk or run, or wherever you are ---- BE ENCOURAGED!

Jackie

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Do you know someone who needs an attitude check?

Are you nodding your head yes?

Great!

But first, let's check our own attitudes at the door.

This is something God has been showing me throughout my day and life, when my attitude is negative or focused on complaining. He showed me through a few instances, that when I have a bad attitude or let other's bad attitudes affect me, I miss opportunities to be a blessing!

Think about it, if we are to serve others with a good attitude and to do good works like Ephesians 6 tells us, then how can I do that effectively if I have a sour attitude towards what I am in the position of doing?

I have to ask myself, "What can I do today to help me remove barriers that keep me out of the pit of my bad attitude and shake off others that pull me down with them?

The old saying goes, "My response is my responsibility".

This saying was something that shook my core and changed my attitude, during one of the times, I should have been helping the one that I loved, but instead focused on me. Then, I realized my stinking attitude had seeped into that conversation and the work I was doing.

The one small step of giving myself a heart and attitude check with God was humbling and just what was needed. Turning to the Lord, changed everything!

Perhaps, you have struggled like me with a bad attitude when helping others and need an encouraging word to know you are seen, appreciated, and loved!

So grab your cup of coffee, get on your walk or run, and wherever you are ---- BE ENCOURAGED!

Jackie

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Welcome back to the BE ENCOURAGED! Podcast, you are listening to episode 135 “Raising Up the Next Generation, Part TWO: “Be the Difference in Gen Alpha’s/Gen Z’s Life and Allow them to be the Difference in Yours.” 

If you did not listen to Lauren Gaine’s episode with Part 1, I encourage you to go back and listen.

These two episodes pair well together to give everyone the encouragement to be the difference in the generation you are raising up in your home, teaching, mentoring, and interacting with.

Specifically, I think you will also find that by the end of this episode with our lovely guest speaker and expert, Kim Nolan, you will find yourself curious to see how Gen Z and Gen Alpha can offer more to our lives than we realize! 

🌟 That’s why Young Life's latest study dives deep into the world of today's adolescents, revealing a powerful narrative beyond mental health concerns.

Kim describes the profound insights to their research and highlights Gen Z and Gen Alpha (13-year-olds). The research showcases incredible strengths when they develop a strong identity, agency, and self-concept—especially when bolstered by faith. 

When we are open to listening intently, making others feel important and worthy of our time and love, and by providing opportunities to connect with younger and older generations, THIS, bridges the gap so that we can all flourish together! 

So, parents, take heart! These findings highlight that there's so much going right with our younger generation. 

Interestingly, adolescents crave meaningful relationships with their mothers and need active involvement from their fathers.

Let's open our ears and hearts to truly listen and engage. You'll be amazed at how much they want us connected, just as we do. 💖

So grab your cup of coffee, get on your walk or run and be encouraged!

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Welcome to the BE ENCOURAGED! Podcast! I am your host, Jackie Brindle! 

This is episode 134. 

To recap, the last two episodes were an encouragement to the seeds we set for our children will impact the next generation, whether that’s in modeling behaviors, owning our own faith, or through the prayers we say with them and on behalf of our children/or the children you are taking care of. 

For most of us, we are in a season of a new school year, which means new phases in parenting and teaching the next generation. 

My prayer is that we raise up the next generation to not only be resilient but also to flourish! As a parent, teacher, aunt, and being a part of a community, I want to know how can I be a part of this movement? What can I do to help support and foster an environment that develops emotionally healthy and strong children in a world where discerning the truth and connecting with the next generation is needed now, more than ever.

That’s why the next two episodes are titled — Raising Up the Next Generation (to be Unshakeable, Resilent, and Flourishing). You will listen in to incredible conversations from women who have specialized backgrounds and credentials in the world of psychology and research around this topic! You are in for a treat! 

SO let’s first, Meet Lauren Gaines: a devoted mother, loving wife, and the insightful author of "Unshakeable Kids: Three Keys to Raising Spiritually Strong and Emotionally Healthy Children". With a degree in child psychology, Lauren combines her academic expertise with her passion for nurturing families.

She empowers parents and children to communicate effectively, establish structured routines, and find restful rhythms amidst life's busyness. By integrating cognitive behavior therapy principles with biblical wisdom, she demonstrates how renewing our minds can transform our actions.

Through practical advice, inspiring stories, and scripture-based guidance, Lauren helps parents build an unshakeable foundation at every stage of parenting.

Join the conversation and feel refreshed and excited about raising incredible kids! 🌟📚👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

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BE ENCOURAGED!

Jackie

Welcome back to the BE ENCOURAGED! Podcast! 

I am your host, Jackie Brindle and you are listening to episode 133! This is the continuation of episode 132 where Heather Youpa, my co-host and I, interviewed our dearest friend, Teodora!

THIS episode is so special and deserves it’s own space and name! In this, Teadora continues to unravel more of her own story when she walked through one of the scariest moments she ever faced, being a mother.

As she faced one of life’s darkest valleys, it was her unwavering faith that became a beacon of hope. 💖🙏 When her son faced relentless seizures, she turned to prayer, trusting in the Lord's will over her son’s life.

Her journey is a testament to the power of a praying mother and serves as an incredible encouragement to any parent navigating their own trials. Through every tear and whispered prayer, she found strength and witnessed miracles. In this episode, Teadora encourages us all, to give Jesus a try!

To surrender your life and see where it goes because it has transformed hers, so there’s no telling what your life will do when you place Him at the center of it, too! 

So grab your cup of coffee, get on your walk or run and BE ENCOURAGED!  🌟✨

Jackie 

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Welcome back to the BE ENCOURAGED! Podcast! This is episode 132! (a two-part conversation and you are listening to part 1!) Also, please I had some technical difficulties, my apologies! I hope that although it's late getting out there --- You all think it's worth the wait! Also, the sound may not be on par, as I am trying out a new platform.

But that doesn't stop us for enjoying a rich conversation that will leave you ENCOURAGED!

You are in for a real treat today because I have a very special guest and dear friend, Teodora on the show!

Additionally, Heather Youpa is coming alongside me to help co-host this episode! This is about a true story of a mother and daughter who found Jesus Christ, while living in a Communist Country!

It will have you on the edge of your seat and also asking yourself some questions within!

This episode challenges me to consider the generational impact I want to leave behind for my children and for those around me. Also, it encourages me to reflect on where my faith was stirred up and I sought the Lord for myself.

Who were the ones who made a generational impact on me, by sewing seeds of faith into my life? What do I need to take out of my life so I can listen to the Lord and hear Him? .....Take out the Pride? Selfishness? Do I need to slow down and Be Still? Should I get up before the kids for a quiet house? Pause and look around?

I hope you consider and reflect on that, as well as, and the power and Might of God, which you will hear more about in this episode!

It's incredible when we turn our hearts to God and are obedient to what God is calling us to do and strengthening us to press through!

Psalm 38:4 says, "Taste and see the Lord is good, blessed are the ones who take refuge in Him." Let this verse be the anchoring theme of this episode and of our faith walk. So grab your cup of coffee, get on your walk or run, or pull up a chair and join us --- but wherever you are ---- BE ENCOURAGED!

Jackie

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Welcome to the the BE ENCOURAGED! Podcast! You are listening to episode 131 with Juanita Rollle as our guest speaker!

In this episode, you will learn morea bout Juanita's journey to saying, "Yes!" to God!

Did you know that in a Google Search I was able to find an article that said a seventy-five year old person in their lifetime says, "yes", about five times a day?

I want to encourage you that no matter what you are saying yes to, also consider your "yes" to God. What's He calling you to do, or to continue to do?

Pray about what He's calling you to say "Yes," to and don't turn back. Let our yes's in life be strategic, intentional, and prayerful, and meaningful, so that when we decide on YES, we will know it is in tune with what the Lord desires for us to do.

You will be SO encouraged by Juanita's significant steps of YES to God! So grab your cup of coffee, get on your walk or run, and wherever you are --- BE ENCOURAGED!

Jackie

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Welcome to the BE ENCOURAGED! Podcast! You are listening to episode 130 part 2. 

On today’s episode, I want to unpack the lies and traps I have fallen into as I journeyed through life, pursuing my God-given purpose. 

I have learned that perseverance is an attribute that is not easily acquired.

Therefore, I pray this episode encourages you right where you are at! 

I hope that it ignites the fire within you to keep on going! Don’t you dare give up! Don't fall into the trap of believing the lies that set us back and derail us from who you are becoming!

If God has called you to it, He will see you through it! 

Whether when you are just starting your career, getting ready for the next school year, working on the next sports season, working towards a Big God sized dream! Perhaps you need this message to help you persevere in your marriage, as you lead your family, and community, to keep a fresh perspective on how you will continue to care for those around you or gain new ground in the entrepreneurial space you are muddling through in this season. 

I pray this episode is the fresh wave of encouragement to be the life-enhancer agent in your journey!

So grab your cup of coffee, get on your walk or run, and wherever you are — BE ENCOURAGED! 

Hello and Welcome to the BE ENCOURAGED! Podcast.

My hope is that you will be encouraged to find purpose in the beginnings of life!

Everything that exists has a beginning!

Let's deep dive into this topic as we purse purpose in who we are, what we do, and in all that is created!

I hope that you will leave this episode refreshed with a new perspective knowing that from the beginning you have purpose and that there is a divine purpose for you! Especially, in the HERE and NOW!

So grab your cup of coffee get on your walk or run and BE ENCOURAGED!

Jackie

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Hello! Welcome to the Be Encouraged Podcast! You are listening to episode # 129 and I am your host, Jackie Brindle. 

I am so thankful you decided to press play today! If this is your first time listening, I want you to know that you are so loved and welcomed here in our BE ENCOURAGED! Community. I hope you find that these messages, themes, testimonies, and/or pondering points in each episode become a beacon of light in the good and not-so-good parts of your day. 

We all face life —- it can feel easy one moment and hard the next. 

And as I muddle through the messy parts of life, like the rest of us, I need not only encouragement but to hear faith-based perspectives, truth, and grace that will spark everlasting encouragement. So if faith is a big thing for you or perhaps you are just opening up to it, I have no doubt it will speak to your heart today! 

Especially because I have a very special women’s author (called, “Prophetic Encouragement for God’s Daughters”), podcast host of “Unencumbered”, and keynote speaker, as our guest on today’s episode, Heidi McPherson-Krieghauser. Heidi has faced a heart-wrenching tragedy in her life by becoming a widow not just once but twice. She has every right to sit in bitterness and anger with God. 

Yet, she chooses to have the courage to rise above it!

Heidi has learned that “When all else fails, God doesn’t”. 

Today’s encouragement is for you, for your sister, for your friend, for your mom, for your neighbor, for your coworker, or for anyone else that pops up in your mind. We never are promised tomorrow, but we do get to be encouraged by God through Heidi’s story and inspiration, today. 

I don’t think it’s an accident that you pressed play today! 

So come on in and grab your cup of coffee, get on your walk or run, and wherever you are….. BE ENCOURAGED! 

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