Before we jump right into the workings of the Holy Spirit that will be discussed in interviews with prophetic voices as well as dreams and visions from the Lord, it's important to understand what the gift of Holy Spirit even means. 

In this episode, I share the different manifestations of the Holy Spirit listed in 1 Corinthians 12 and how they are meant to be used by you today, as a believer in Jesus. Be encouraged and equipped to seek the Lord even more and understand your call in His Kingdom. 

This will be a fundamental episode to listen to before we go deeper in our authority and identity in Christ. 

Be blessed! 

xo, Desiree

WELCOME BACK!! to a brand new podcast name and purpose. I took the last year to focus on other ministry projects and prayer movements the Lord had me begin but He has been urging me to get back on here to share and amplify prophetic voices of our time. We are in an important season as believers; will we be shaken along with the world or will we stand strong in our identity and authority in Christ?

In this first episode, I share an update on what the Lord has been doing in my life and the lessons I've learned in the past year. From a year of preparation I can tell you it was filled with discovering more of who God is and more of who He has created me to be. Never despise the process. In the process, the gifts are established and the oil is refined. 

Get a sneak peek at what to expect in terms of content and messages being shared in the coming weeks. Get ready! For what the Lord is revealing in this season and this year is not for the faint of heart but for those ready to partner with the Lord and usher in His Kingdom. 

Throughout the next few months you will have a better understanding of the Biblical call for all Christians, the authority of which God has given us through Christ Jesus, the workings of the gift of Holy Spirit, hearing God's voice and understanding the prophetic. 

Calling all prayer warriors and intercessors to listen in as well! 

xo, Desiree

How do you hear God's voice? A question often asked by new AND seasoned Christians. Val Woerner, author and founder of Val Marie Paper, joins Desiree on the podcast to chat about her new book Praying Confidently and the importance of having an intentional prayer life. From the internal struggles to the comparison, we chat about all the ways we keep ourselves from praying and how to overcome those to start cultivating a life of prayer. 

If you have a testimony you would love to share on the podcast please email us at [email protected]. 

Seasons come and seasons go but God never leaves. He is a constant in our lives whether we choose to seek that or not. However it's important as a believer to choose to seek God more and more to understand His character and Who He is. To do so, we read the Bible. On today's episode, Desiree is joined by Jennifer Edewaard, Bible teacher, to chat about the importance of reading the Bible and some tips on how to make it a daily thing. 

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Thank you for the love this past year! I can't wait to see what God has in store for 2022!

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Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks and reflect on all you're grateful for. But for the remaining 364 days of the year, we should also have this heart posture as we walk into unknown seasons, times of struggle or months of triumph. No matter our circumstances the Lord's goodness remains and the hope we have in His promises should be a constant. In that, we can live a lifestyle of gratitude that not only changes our mindsets but can change our life and relationships forever. This episode is a special one where Desiree shares two practical ways to shift our hearts towards gratitude and live from a place of joy. 

Pursuing your dream can cost a lot. And I’m not just talking about dollars. Industries, such as the music industry, can be a tough place to stay firm in identity and truth, with so many other alluring influences that surround. On today’s episode Desiree chats with Angela and Phil Lamb of the band, Mountains in the Sea. This dynamic and married duo are the sweetest couple around with a unique and beautiful sound that makes their music stand out. From comparison to self doubt to how to work together as a married couple, no topic is off limits as the Lamb’s share what it’s like to pursue music while raising a family AND traveling in an RV for the past three months at the Lord’s prompting. Be inspired to stay on the road God has for you even when society (even friends and family) can’t understand.

Grace. We all hear it. We all know it. But are we living in it? Scripture says that God's grace is sufficient, yet how often do we feel like we need to check off boxes and be perfect for His approval and love to matter. As if His grace has a measuring system. After a week of being reminded of God's grace, Desiree shares some insight into living in God's grace and living from it with love. 

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Thanks for listening!

As we go about our days, how often do we first ask God what He wants us to do or say? It's easy to pursue relationships, careers and everything else in the way we see fit but after awhile all of that striving gets a bit stressful and hard. Why? Because we left God out of the equation to get the end results on our own. Today on the IGNITE Series, Desiree talks about trusting God and what that actually looks like for our daily life. How quick it is to take control of our destiny and not allow God's grace and Holy Spirit to work in us. Desiree shares three ways we can take steps forward to trusting God's will in our life and get on the path He wants for us. It all starts by tuning in! :)

Download the IGNITE Series #4 Guide at DesireeSiegfried.com for prompts, an affirmation and prayer card. 

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We hear or see it on the daily, 'YOU are enough!', 'YOU can do it!', 'YOU make your dreams come true', but this mantra is impacting the core of our belief and keeps us from understanding the truth that ONLY with Jesus we are enough. Desiree has the honor of chatting with Ruth Chou Simons, author of her new book, When Strivings Cease, to discuss society's pull on everyone and how easily we can get lost in it if we aren't trusting God. This also pertains to our dreams, goals and everyday life. Have we lost track on what God wants for us as we seek after it ourselves? Something we reflect on in this episode. 

Find Ruth’s new book, When Strivings Cease HERE and follow her artwork and life on Instagram at @ruthchousimons

All you have to do is turn on the Tv or scroll social media to find a reason to be afraid or worried. But God has not called us to have a spirit of fear, nor do those negative feelings come from him. So how can we overcome fear, worry, anxiety and panic? Through Faith! Join Desiree on the third episode of her IGNITE Series as she discusses the five reasons to choose faith over fear. In a time such as this, it’s important to take hold of the feelings and strongholds of fear and worry to be strengthened in peace and spirit.

Download the IGNITE Series #3 Guide over at DesireeSiegfried.com now to follow along with prompts and questions to ignite the faith inside of you.