In this episode of Rundown to Renewed, Mackenzie and Denise interview licensed clinical pastoral counselor and Christian ministry leader Mignon Morell about what it means to live abundantly. 

The conversation addresses:

•  How performance culture affects individuals and the church body, 
• How trials can either produce bitterness or steadfastness (James 1:2–4)
• How trauma is followed by lies and shame that become identity unless renounced.
• How there is simplicity in surrender (Matthew 11:28), and turning upward to God to exchange striving for rest and freedom.

Stay connected with hosts here: www.fromrundowntorenewed.com

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https://w2wc.org, 

https://fromwaterintowine.podbean.com/, 

https://www.facebook.com/thewaterintowine, https://www.youtube.com/@FromWaterIntoWine,

https://www.instagram.com/mignonmurrell/

In this episode of From Rundown to Renewed, Mackenzi and Denise interview holistic trauma and anxiety coach Melissa Armstrong, who shares how severe childhood abuse, homelessness, surviving a school shooting at 15, and witnessing her brother’s death at 18 led to PTSD, panic, and chronic physical symptoms.

 After becoming a nurse and feeling disillusioned by the traditional medical system, she discovered holistic nursing, pursued certifications, and started her own practice helping women break survival mode and anxiety without relying on pills or protocols. 

 The conversation covers:

•  Feeling Stuck and believing you are Unworthy
• Leaving Nursing for Holistic Work
• Childhood Trauma and Loss
• How we can be wounded Yet Worthy
• Rewiring Identity in Christ
• Somatic Healing and Breath

Stay connected with Melissa here: 

www.holistichealthbymelissa.com

https://www.instagram.com/holistichealthbymelissa/

https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthbymelissa/

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In this episode of From Run Down to Renewed, hosts Mackenzi and Denise interview former Philadelphia reporter turned voiceover and ministry communicator Stephanie Esposito about what “abundant living” means as walking in God’s promises, peace, obedience, and authority rather than cultural norms like anxiety, exhaustion, and lack. 

Stephanie shares how her view shifted from performance-based identity to trusting God, describing a crisis when her two-year-old son became dangerously ill, her desperate prayer using healing scriptures, and his sudden recovery from Kawasaki disease.

 The conversation covers:

•  Boldness and confidence in faith
• spiritual warfare and the power of speaking God’s Word and Jesus’ name
•  emotions and disappointment,
•  the difference between promises and covenants
• her book The Covering: Spiritual First Aid for Families, which organizes topical scriptures to help believers apply biblical truth daily and impact home, community, and giving.

Stay connected with Stephanie here: 

• www.stephanieesposito.com
•    https://www.instagram.com/stephanie.esposito/#  
• https://a.co/d/02hlR4Yh

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Do you feel pressured to have it all together—and burned out trying?

In this episode Denise Stiffler and Mackenzi Blasko welcome Susan Weisman,author of Undoing Superwoman, who shares how healing from dysautonomia exposed her superwoman patterns of control, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. 

Susan explains how her view of abundant living shifted from worldly success to aligning with what God has for her, learning to trust Him, and surrendering daily burdens. She describes practical steps that supported her healing journey—cleaning up her diet, inner healing through forgiveness and repentance, learning about boundaries, and developing a real relationship with God. 

The conversation highlights 

• God as refuge
• How busyness can be armor
• The PRAY prayer model (praise, repent, ask, yield)
• How triggers can be invitations to deeper healing rather than a lack of faith.

Stay connected with Susan here: https://www.lightofthelamp.org/about

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In this powerful episode of From Run Down to Renewed, hosts Mackenzi and Denise sit down with conference guest Tina Martin—wife, mentor, and faithful encourager of teen girls and young women—for an honest conversation about what happens when God meets you in the middle of an exhausted season.

Tina shares how she came to the November women’s conference simply hoping to spend time with her mother-in-law, Janet—but arrived carrying emotional fatigue, uncertainty about a shifting mentoring season, and the weight of a recent health scar. In a season that felt stretched and unclear, she found herself praying for renewed direction, deeper soul care, and clarity about what God was calling her into next.

During the conference, powerful teachings on releasing old seasons, embracing identity in Christ, and walking in forgiveness deeply impacted her. Breakout sessions on identity and a deeper personal walk with God, as well as the connection between unforgiveness and distance from Him, stirred something fresh in her spirit. Through heartfelt worship, Tina began to embrace what she calls a “resurrection mindset”—choosing to live from renewal instead of depletion.

Since the conference, she’s experienced unexpected fruit: a strengthened relationship with her mother-in-law, new mentoring opportunities, and a fresh calling stirring in her husband’s heart to pour into young men.
If you’ve been feeling weary, unsure of your next step, or wondering if God still has more for you in this season—this episode is for you.

And if you’ve been on the fence about attending our next women’s conference, let Tina’s story encourage you. This isn’t just an event—it’s a God-centered, welcoming space where faith is strengthened, healing begins, and purpose is awakened.

Come expectant. Come honest. Come ready to be renewed.
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In this episode of Run Down to Renew, Mackenzi and Denise welcome Renee Swayze to continue their series on living the abundant life. Renee shares that abundant living means decreasing self and increasing Christ, learning to deny self daily, and rooting identity in Jesus rather than performance, status, or circumstances. 

Renee discusses her own shift from striving as a business owner to surrendering, taking sabbaticals, writing her book, and relying on God instead of achievement. 

The conversation also covers:

•  How abundant living changes the way believers serve others
• What "less of me and more of Jesus" means
• Going from lukewarm faith to daily surrender
• Identity in Christ:You are  Chosen, Loved, and Raised Up

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www.fromrundowntorenewed.com

✨ Join the “Stepping into Abundant Life” Webinar (February 28th):
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✨ Learn more about Refined for Revival and Revival Health:

RefinedforRevival.com

 RevivalHealthLife.com

In this episode of From Run Down to Renewed, we sit down with Sally Power, founder and executive director of Treasure House Fashions in Pittsburgh, to talk about what it truly means to live an abundant life through faith, generosity, and purpose.

From experiencing suburban poverty to launching a nonprofit women’s resale boutique that has served over 50,000 women since 2000, Sally shares how God transformed her limitations into impact. Her story is a powerful testimony of Christian faith, overcoming adversity, nonprofit leadership, generosity, and trusting God’s provision.

If you’ve ever struggled with self-worth, limiting beliefs, financial hardship, or stepping into your calling, this conversation will encourage you to:

• Overcome challenges through faith
• Break free from limiting beliefs
• Embrace your God-given worth
• Build life-giving community
• Live abundantly — not by the world’s standards, but through Christ

Sally’s journey reminds us that abundance isn’t about material wealth — it’s about living rooted in God’s purpose, generosity, and trust.

Whether you are navigating hardship, leading a nonprofit, growing in your faith, or searching for deeper purpose, this episode will inspire you to step boldly into the life God has for you.

✨ Connect with From Run Down to Renewed:

www.fromrundowntorenewed.com

✨ Join the “Stepping into Abundant Life” Webinar (February 28th):
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✨ Learn more about Treasure House Fashions:
www.thfashions.org

Episode 80: Living Abundantly: From Shame to Beloved Identity in Christ | Healing & Freedom with Melanie Cox

In this episode of the From Run Down To Renew podcast, hosts Mackenzi and Denise welcome guest Melanie Cox—author, speaker, and marriage and business coach—who helps women break free from shame, perfectionism, and religious striving. 

Melanie shares how her view of “living abundantly” shifted from material success to living in God’s grace, peace, surrender, and true identity in Christ. She opens up about deep self-hatred rooted in childhood pain, a season of despair and infertility where she felt abandoned by God, and how an encounter with Scripture and a turn toward gratitude led to renewed faith. 

The conversation explores:

• Developing a kingdom mindset
• Recognizing the enemy’s lies about control. 
• Learning to Trust God’s Timing in the Wilderness
• From Self-Hatred to Identity in Christ

 ✨ Connect with From Run Down to Renewed:
www.fromrundowntorenewed.com

✨ Join the “Stepping into Abundant Life” Webinar (February 28th):
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✨ Find Melanie’s Book and website Here:
https://melaniecox.org

✨ Find Mackenzi’s Igloo journey on her socials: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kenz.mackenzi/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mackenzionmission/

💛 This Episode Is for You If…

• You feel tired, worn down, or emotionally drained
• You’ve walked through loss, divorce, trauma, or a painful life transition
• You’re longing for healing but don’t know where to begin
• You desire to live abundantly—but not in the world’s definition of abundance

This conversation is an invitation to pause, breathe, and remember that God is your source, not your circumstances.

Abundance isn’t about having more—it’s about living from fullness instead of emptiness.

In this episode, we explore how abundance begins when you:

• Shift from striving to trusting God
• Allow Him to fill what life has drained
• Root your identity in Christ, not outcomes, roles, or relationship status

Stay connected with From Run Down to Renewed at www.fromrundowntorenewed.com

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Stay connected with Dana here: www.redeemed-identity.com  

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redeemed-identity-after-divorce-christian-divorce-encouragement/id1752761447

YouTube: @redeemedidentityafterdivorce

Join Mackenzi and Denise as they continue the 'Renewed: Living the Abundant Life' series .as they welcome back Jamie Sheffield, a published author and founder of Jericho Mission. Together, they delve into the deeply impactful theme of forgiveness as a pivotal aspect of living an abundant life. 

Jamie shares her personal journey of moving from unforgiveness to forgiveness, guided by spiritual principles and God's grace. 

This episode touches on 

• Understanding Unforgiveness
• The Impact of Unforgiveness on Spiritual Life
• Forgiveness can Happen  Without Reconciliation

This episode is a testament to living an abundant life even amidst the hurt and pain that we have experienced from others. God is willing to breaking the cycle of unforgiveness.

Stay connected with From Run Down to Renewed at www.fromrundowntorenewed.com

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Stay connected with Jamie here: https://thejerichomission.com/
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