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Choosing Cheer
Choosing Cheer episodes
- Embracing Joy from Thanksgiving to Christmas ft. Amanda Luedeke
This special episode of Choosing Cheer features Amanda Luedeke, a seasoned book agent and author, discussing her latest devotional journey. Listen in to discover the power of gratitude and the holiday season’s unique spiritual richness. Amanda and Nicolet explore how being present in simple moments allows Christ’s peace and joy to flow into our lives. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation, designed to help you experience Advent in a whole new way.
As Nicolet is preparing for a new baby, this episode is a re-air of one of our favorite episodes on gratitude to help us get ready for the holidays.
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Choosing Cheer: Experiencing the Joy of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable
32 min - The Secret to a Cheerful Heart ft. Kelli Brent
Have you ever wondered how gratitude impacts your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being? On this episode of Choosing Cheer, Nicolet welcomes Kelli Brent to discuss the Biblical command to give thanks in all things. Kelli reveals the neuroscience behind gratitude and how it carried her through a battle with breast cancer. Learn how to develop a lifestyle of thankfulness, deepen your prayer life, and discover the unexpected blessings that come from a heart full of praise. Listen now and start your journey toward a more joyful, Christ-centered life!
As Nicolet is preparing for her new baby, this episode is a re-air of one of our favorite episodes on gratitude to help us get ready for the holidays.
Social media:
@thechoosingcheerpodcast
@nicolet_bell
Email: [email protected]
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Link to Give
Books:
Choosing Cheer: Experiencing the Joy of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable
40 min - Rest on every side during a busy holiday season
Rest isn’t found in a perfectly calm schedule, but in the presence of Jesus. Looking at passages in Genesis, Exodus, Chronicles, and Matthew, Nicolet reminds us that God himself modeled rest and invites us into His peace. As we enter the holiday season and busy life moments—like welcoming a new baby—Nicolet encourages us to stay close to God, release worldly expectations, and seek small moments to soak in His presence. If you’re longing for peace and a deep breath for your soul, this episode will bless you.
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@thechoosingcheerpodcast
@nicolet_bell
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Choosing Cheer: Experiencing the Joy of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable
16 min - Be Where Your Feet Are: Christy Nockels on Presence, Peace, and Prayerful Parenting
Worship leader and mother Christy Nockels joins Nicolet Bell to share how God used seasons of motherhood, stillness, and surrender to lullabies that are now ministering to families around the world. Christy opens up about her songwriting process, the inspiration behind her new album A King Who Never Sleeps, and how music and prayer shape her home. This episode is a gentle, grace-filled reminder that peace is found in presence—and that Jesus meets us in the unseen moments of parenting. Tune in for practical encouragement and the heart behind songs like “Be Where Your Feet Are.”
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@nicolet_bell
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Choosing Cheer: Experiencing the Joy of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable
37 min - When God Says Go: A Story of Calling, Inclusion & Hope
Nicolet Bell sits down with Fran Patterson, director of Little Lighthouse of Central Mississippi, to talk about God’s transformative work in the lives of children with special needs—and the families who love them. From daily staff devotionals to miraculous moments of healing, Fran offers a glimpse into a school where joy radiates from every hallway. Discover how faith, inclusion, and perseverance are helping children exceed expectations and reminding us that God’s joy shows up in every circumstance.
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Choosing Cheer: Experiencing the Joy of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable
45 min - Breath of Help: Joy and the Holy Spirit in Everyday Life
What if the help you need is already beside you—and you just haven’t picked it up? In this solo episode of Choosing Cheer, Nicolet Bell unpacks John 16 and Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit. She draws a beautiful metaphor from her mom’s struggle with sleep apnea to ask: Are we spiritually suffocating by ignoring the Helper? This episode will refresh your faith and remind you that joy is found in surrender, in presence, and in breathing in God’s Spirit each day.
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Choosing Cheer: Experiencing the Joy of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable
21 min - Firm Foundations: Finding Joy Beneath the Surface
Sometimes our lives appear steady on the outside—but underneath, we’re empty, worn, and on the verge of collapse. In this episode of Choosing Cheer, Nicolet Bell uses a real-life foundation repair story to illustrate Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 7. She encourages listeners to examine the true foundation of their faith and invites us all to let God fill the unseen voids. This episode is a grace-filled reminder that the joy of Jesus is not about perfection—but about presence.
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Choosing Cheer: Experiencing the Joy of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable
13 min - Reading the Bible in a Dry Season: Choosing Joy Through God’s Word
What happens when you seek God consistently in Scripture after a long, hard season? Lauren McMaster shares her journey of Bible reading rhythms— and how it led to joy, growth, and unexpected intimacy with God. In this powerful conversation with Nicolet Bell, they talk about surrender, delighting in the Word, and why showing up in God’s presence changes everything. This episode is a breath of fresh air for weary believers longing for joy in their walk with Jesus.
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Choosing Cheer: Experiencing the Joy of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable
40 min - The Father Heart of God: Finding Identity and Peace in a Noisy World
What does it mean to truly know God as your Father? In this episode, Nicolet sits down with Lynn Cowell, Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker and co-author of Strong and Secure, a new devotional for young women. Together, they unpack how identity, mentorship, and emotional resilience are shaped by our view of God. Lynn shares practical wisdom for moms, mentors, and anyone wanting to support the next generation of Christian women. Discover how the Father-heart of God heals, empowers, and draws us closer to Jesus.
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Choosing Cheer: Experiencing the Joy of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable
35 min - Heart, Soul, Mind & Strength: A Biblical Approach to Wellness (Part 2)
Is your workplace holding back your wellness? What if change didn’t start with the system—but with one faithful choice? In Part 2 of our series with Dr. Ronnie and Dr. James Kent, Nicolet explores how biblical wellness shows up in the real world. Whether you’re navigating motherhood, ministry, or meetings, this episode offers a hopeful invitation: start small, invite Jesus in, and find joy in progress.
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Choosing Cheer: Experiencing the Joy of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable
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About Choosing Cheer
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Join Nicolet Bell each week as she is choosing cheer and finding the joy of Jesus in everyday moments and life's more challenging moments.