Have you ever felt like you were standing at the edge of something new — but completely overwhelmed by everything you’re carrying? In today’s episode, Mo shares a deeply personal reflection on what it means to trust God in the middle of life’s flood-stage moments. Using the powerful story of Joshua 3, we explore the truth that God often begins the miracle long before we see evidence of it… sometimes as far as sixteen miles upstream.

If life feels too heavy, too much, or too fast, this is an episode that will breathe hope into your heart. God isn’t late. He’s already moving in places you cannot see.

In this episode, Mo shares:

• A vulnerable story from her own ministry overwhelm

• A pivotal moment of wisdom from her mentor

• Why “flood stage is God’s stage”

• The stunning biblical detail that the Jordan stopped 16 miles upstream

• How to step forward in faith even when nothing looks possible

• Why God often moves before we ever see the evidence

• A simple, powerful prayer for the overwhelmed heart

Scripture Referenced:

Joshua 3:7–17

Isaiah 54:2

Today’s Step:

Name one thing you’re carrying that feels too heavy and pray:

“Lord, I release this into Your hands. I choose to trust You. I believe the miracle may already be upstream.”

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In this Thanksgiving reflection, Mo shares how gratitude has been reshaping her quiet time and renewing her perspective. Drawing from Scripture, personal practice, and the surprising benefits of intentional thankfulness, this episode invites you to slow down, breathe, and recognize the goodness of God in the middle of real life.

Gratitude is more than a feeling. It is a spiritual practice that shifts the heart, rewires the mind, calms emotions, strengthens the body, heals relationships, and opens us to the presence of God. Mo walks through biblical truths from Psalms, 1 Thessalonians, James, and Romans to remind us that every good and perfect gift comes from God and that thanksgiving is a posture we choose, even in difficult seasons.

You will also hear a moment of personal gratitude for the listeners who have encouraged and supported the I Choose Today ministry. As Mo reflects on God’s faithfulness, she shares her heartfelt thanks for every person who has helped this podcast reach and encourage one heart at a time.

In this episode:

• Why Mo begins her quiet time with gratitude
• What Scripture teaches about thanksgiving
• How gratitude affects us spiritually, mentally, emotionally, physically, and relationally
• Why recognizing goodness helps anchor us in hope
• A simple Thanksgiving practice you can begin today
• A special moment of gratitude for the I Choose Today community

Today’s Step:

Open your door, literally or symbolically, and acknowledge one good thing God has placed in your life today. Name it. Thank Him for it. Then tell someone why you’re grateful for them. Gratitude multiplies when it is shared.

Scripture references:

1 Thessalonians 5:16–18

James 1:17

Psalm 107:1, 22

Psalm 26:7

Psalm 100:4

Romans 8:28

Mentioned:

Insights adapted from a recent message on the spiritual and practical benefits of gratitude.

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Your mind is a battleground—and a holy place.

And every day, thoughts come knocking at the gate, asking for access to your heart, your peace, your identity, and your purpose.

In this episode, Mo walks us through what it really means to guard the gate of our thoughts, why Scripture calls us to be watchmen over our minds, and how to recognize when a thought is from God… or when it’s an unwelcome intruder trying to lead us off the path God designed.

This episode is rooted in truth, grace, and practical tools for taking back mental ground the enemy has tried to claim.

• What it means in Scripture to guard your mind — the watchman, the sentinel, the gatekeeper
• Why every thought has a source, and how to identify if it’s from God, your flesh, or the enemy
• Louie Giglio’s powerful insight about restricting access to destructive thoughts from Don’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table
• The difference between condemnation (from the enemy) and conviction (from the Holy Spirit)
• How one whispered lie can derail your calling — unless you stop it at the gate
• A personal moment when Mo had to confront destructive, condemning thoughts after a speaking event
• How to speak truth to rogue thoughts and reclaim your mental space
• Why protecting your mind is essential for spiritual transformation

• 2 Corinthians 10:5 — “Take every thought captive…”
• Romans 12:2 — “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind…”
• Romans 8:1 — “There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus…”
• Philippians 4:8 — The filter for what gets access to your thoughts

Louie Giglio, Don’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table

An excellent resource on identifying lies, rejecting toxic thoughts, and aligning your mind with God’s truth.

Pause and examine one persistent thought you’ve been dealing with.

Ask:

• Where did this thought come from?
• Does it align with God’s character?
• Is it truth or torment?
• Would Jesus say this about me?

Then speak truth out loud — in Jesus’ name — and shut the gate on every lie.

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Summary:

What if renewal isn’t something you achieve, but something you receive? In this gentle “pause” episode, Mo invites you to rest your mind and allow God to do what only He can do in the stillness. Transformation doesn’t just happen in movement, it’s birthed in the quiet places where peace takes root.

Through personal reflection, Mo shares how even in busy seasons of ministry, God uses moments of pause—often through her husband’s gentle reminders, to shift her focus from the to-do list to the true, lovely, and praiseworthy things of Philippians 4.

If you’ve been feeling weary or stretched thin, this episode is your reminder that rest isn’t weakness, it’s obedience. Renewal requires stillness. And sometimes, the most spiritual thing you can do is rest your mind.

Scripture References:

• Matthew 11:28–29
• Philippians 4:6–9
• Psalm 46:10

Today’s Step:

Take ten quiet minutes today to rest in the renewal.

No phone. No music. No multitasking. Just breathe.

Ask God:

Even in the quiet, God is still speaking.

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Real transformation doesn’t begin when our circumstances change—it begins when our thinking does.

In this episode, Mo unpacks how God transforms us from the inside out by renewing our minds. Drawing from Romans 12:2 and Philippians 4:6–9, she shares how to identify and replace the lies we believe with God’s truth, how to experience peace that guards our hearts and minds, and how to practice fixing our thoughts on what is true, honorable, and lovely.

Through a deeply personal story of overcoming insecurity and comparison, Mo reminds us that transformation isn’t about trying harder—it’s about thinking higher.

Whether you’re battling anxious thoughts, struggling with imposter syndrome, or simply feeling worn out, this episode will encourage you to pause, pray, and let God do His renewing work in your mind.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• How transformation begins with our thoughts, not our actions
• Why the enemy attacks your mind with shame, fear, and comparison
• Mo’s turning point moment of realizing she was right where God placed her
• A practical look at Philippians 4:6–9 and how to exchange anxiety for peace
• How to “fix your thoughts” on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and admirable

Scriptures mentioned:

Romans 12:2

Philippians 4:6–9

Matthew 6:30–34 (MSG)

Today’s Step:

Write down one thought you’ve been believing that doesn’t align with God’s Word.

Then, replace it with what He has said.

Let His truth reshape your thinking—one thought at a time.

Listen to “I Choose Today to Be Transformed by the Renewing of My Mind” wherever you get your podcasts—or now on YouTube Podcasts. YouTube: @IChooseToday

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Have you ever felt like you’re wandering in a spiritual wilderness—uncertain, unseen, or running on empty? The wilderness can feel like the place where God is silent, but in Scripture, it’s actually the place where He speaks.

In this episode, Mo explores the Hebrew meaning of midbar—the “place of speaking”—and how God uses wilderness seasons to meet us, refine us, and prepare us for what’s next. Through the story of Hagar, Moses, and her own journey across the country, Mo reminds us that God never wastes a wilderness.

Whether you’re in a season of waiting, transition, or quiet obedience, this episode invites you to slow down, listen, and find that God’s presence is closer than you think—even here.

Key Scriptures:

Genesis 16 & 21 · Exodus 3 · Matthew 4 · Deuteronomy 8 · 1 Kings 19

Today’s Step:

Take ten minutes of stillness today—no music, no noise. Ask God to meet you in your own midbar and pray:

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Sometimes the most transformative moments happen when we stop moving.

In this gentle, reflective episode, Mo shares what it looks like to find wisdom in the pause, even in the middle of chaos. Through Psalm 46:10 and Isaiah 30:15, she reminds us that God doesn’t stop working just because we do.

If your soul feels scattered, tired, or stretched thin, this conversation will help you slow down long enough to hear the Holy Spirit again and remember: He is working in the waiting.

Listen now to be reminded that even in stillness, the Master Builder never stops shaping your heart.

Scripture References: Psalm 46:10, Isaiah 30:15, Philippians 1:6

Today’s Step: Take five quiet minutes today to breathe, pause, and listen for the whisper of the Holy Spirit.

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In this episode, Mo shares a powerful reflection on what it means to be a living stone—chosen, shaped, and set by the Master Builder Himself.

Through the story of cathedral builders, the imagery of seeds, and the truth of Scripture, she reminds us that God’s process of alignment isn’t punishment—it’s precision. Every chiseling, every delay, every unseen moment has purpose.

You’re not a loose brick rolling around, wondering where you belong. You’re part of a living house—fitted, placed, and joined with others to display God’s glory.

Scriptures:

1 Peter 2:4–6 (NLT), Ephesians 2:19–22 (NLT), Amos 7:7–8

Today’s Step:

Take a quiet moment to ask God to realign one area of your life that feels off center. Pray:

Then, take one step toward community this week—because you weren’t meant to build alone.

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In this episode, Mo explores how God has always brought beauty out of chaos—from the first moments of creation to the transformation He’s working in our lives today.  Drawing from Genesis 1, Exodus 31, Ephesians 2:10, and Revelation 21, Mo traces a single divine thread: chaos → order → beauty → transformation → eternity.

Through Scripture, reflection, and personal story, you’ll see that the first person ever filled with the Holy Spirit—Bezalel—wasn’t called to preach or fight a battle, but to create beauty for God’s dwelling.  That same Spirit now lives in us, empowering everyday acts of creativity, restoration, and rest that reflect the heart of the Master Artist.

• Genesis 1:2 (NRSVUE) — God’s Spirit hovering over the chaos
• Genesis 2:9 — “pleasant to the sight and good for food”
• Exodus 31:1–6 — Bezalel filled with the Spirit for artistry
• Ephesians 2:10 — We are God’s poiēma, His masterpiece
• Revelation 21:2–4 — The New Jerusalem: beauty fulfilled

Julian Adams, Terra Nova: The World Jesus Is Building (2021).

Julian explains that the Hebrew word ṭôv (“good”) in Genesis 1 means beautiful, excellent, delightful—not just “morally right.” He reminds us that God designed creation for both function and beauty, inviting humanity to extend Eden’s order and loveliness into the whole world. Mo draws on this insight to show that we are co-creators with God, called to extend His beauty even into chaos.

Learn more about Terra Nova on Julian Adams’ website.

• Chaos is never permanent—God’s Spirit is always moving.
• God doesn’t stop at order; He goes all the way to beauty.
• Rest (Sabbath) is part of God’s creative rhythm and an act of intimacy.
• The first Spirit-filled person was an artist—beauty matters to God.
• You are God’s handiwork, His living poem, created for good works.
• Creativity isn’t limited to art; it’s the Spirit expressing beauty through your obedience and daily life.

Take a few quiet minutes and ask the Holy Spirit to show you where He’s bringing beauty out of chaos in your life.

Thank Him for being the Master Artist, and ask Him to help you see your life the way He does—a work of beauty still in progress.

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Have you ever prayed for God to take away your pain, only to find it still lingers—or even spreads into new places? In this short but heartfelt episode, Mo shares a personal story about knee pain that became a lesson on how healing works in every area of our lives.

Sometimes healing doesn’t just mean fixing the obvious hurt—it means allowing God to touch all the places that have been affected. Whether your pain is physical, emotional, or spiritual, this episode is a reminder that God sees it all and longs to heal it all.

You’ll be encouraged to invite Him into the hidden places of your heart and trust His timing in the healing process.

Scripture: Psalm 147:3 – “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”

Listen in for encouragement, prayer, and a practical step you can take today to begin walking with God on your healing journey.

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