This episode is two friends "talking God" over coffee. I can’t quite put into words the special nature of this episode. Much like I can’t put into words the special nature of Avry and I’s timely and God given friendship.

The common theme that somehow connected everything we shared on this episode, is this truth that God will meet you exactly where you are at, and you’ll be changed forever because of it. And the manner in which he meets you is with arms wide open, loving ready to embrace you. I can’t quite summarize this episode, but in short… this is for YOU wherever you are at today🤍

Freedom from Bitterness/Resentment!

It’s time to let it go! In this episode, I get very real as I share about the damage that harboring bitterness/resentment can cause in our hearts….. and how to overcome it! There’s no room for bitterness/resentment in a joyful life, this I am learning. Maybe we are holding onto bitterness, and we didn’t even realize? Maybe unknowingly a resentful thought is causing destruction in your relationships?

In this episode, you’ll hear some personal revelations and practical steps that will help you to let go of that bitterness/resentment currently holding you back!

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Plans can change suddenly, we’ve all experienced it! But what about the type of change that happens somewhere within, not necessarily circumstantial change? “A change of heart," when God transforms your desires into something different. Maybe even the complete opposite of what you thought you wanted…

In this episode, Ally shares a testimony of how on a few recent occasions, the Lord softened her heart towards the things she didn’t want and it became what she now desires most! 

"The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps" Proverbs‬ ‭16‬:‭9‬ ‭

In this episode, I share my heart with you about some BIG things the Lord is teaching me currently. Touching on, waiting on God’s timing, contentment, patience, freedom from the comparison game, and the true measure of success!!

Thank you so much for listening!!

- Ally <3

In this concluding episode of the "Love?" mini series my newlywed friends Madi and Tyler McDonald join me in a conversation about how they have seen God work in bringing them together and how he's blessed their relationship! They share about how to love one another well, and what you should be looking for as you choose who you are going to spent the rest of you life with!!

This conversation was so sweet and encouraging. I hope you enjoy!

- Ally <3

Here is a spontaneous little word that was on my heart today! Join me as I share about how God can make something beautiful and purposeful out of painful experiences and struggles we face.

Thanks for listening!- Ally <3

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This episode “Perspective on Christian Dating” is part of a series we are calling “Love?”

As you can imagine, this series is centered on the topic of love/relationships, but the conversations on this episode are not limited to just that!

Today Mei and Chad share a couples' perspective on dating as a Christian. They touched on how they prepared for dating as they were single, and how knowing God personally was a game changer in their relationship! They also, share wisdom not just on how to love your significant other, but in every season, how we can love those around us well and the joy it brings us!!

Please feel free to share this episode and follow!

- Ally <3

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This episode “waiting on God’s timing for your future spouse” is kicking off a new series we’re calling “Love?”

As you can imagine, this series is centered on the topic of love/relationships, but the conversations on this episode are so not limited to just that! The lovely Trinity Romesberg shares wisdom on waiting on God’s timing for anything and everything we do!!

This conversation between her and I is straight from the heart and SO real. Waiting is not easy, and you are not alone in this season that can feel so isolating. God has his BEST for you in his timing, you better believe it!!

Please feel free to share this episode and follow!

- Ally <3

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In this episode, Ally reveals how “Give Me Joy” podcast found its name and she shares a bit of her personal testimony on how the word “joy” changed her life. 

This episode is one I’ve kinda put off, and in all honestly it should have been the first topic of conversation, but the important role that “choosing joy” has played in my life had me wanting to put extra thought and heart into it! There’s no way to do true justice to a topic so close to my heart and no perfect way convey all that I’d like to say. So, I’ll just jump right in and see what this conversation becomes, and trust that you’ll hear whatever it is you need to.

Love, Ally <3

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Are you feeling “stuck” in your current season of life?? In this new episode you’ll get to hear a bit of my personal experience with being uninspired/ feeling as if my light had been dimmed, along with perspective and practical steps to get unstuck!!!

Three main points:

- No season lasts forever

- Opportunity is not circumstantial

- Remember your dreams, and take a step towards them

+ practical little ideas you can implement into your life today!