Imagine More Podcast

We try to squeeze as much productivity as we can from each day, but we often feel frustrated- like we never get enough accomplished. Has productivity become an idol in our lives? And what does God view as productive? Join me for this interesting convo & you just might make some new conclusions about productivity.

Join me for this convo about the many imperfections in life- i.e. a rough family outing bc of one child's bad attitude; date night going south when suddenly you feel hurt & misunderstood; tension with your sibling or boss. These are a few examples of the imperfections we face on a daily basis, and we can either sulk, get upset, deny our disappointment, OR we can turn towards God. 

These messy, imperfect circumstances are actually opportunities for us to embrace God's presence and learn to "do life" with Him. He'll never force you to choose Him, but He lovingly invites us ever closer to His heart. In this episode, we'll discuss HOW to practice engaging God in the middle of all these messy, imperfect moments. 

We love the Christmas season, but sometimes it's so stressful, right? Join me as I share four simple tips that can help put some happy in your holiday season. I hope these practical ideas help your holiday season have more peace and a lot less stress. 

Loneliness....it's something we all deal with, but sometimes we try to fill the void with increased activity & busy schedules. Loneliness can be relentless at times, and if we don't deal with our disappointment & pain, we can end up pulling back, withdrawing, or isolating from God--which further increases loneliness. In this episode, we'll discuss how to engage God when we feel all alone. I pray HOPE awakens in your heart as you join me for this practical convo as we anchor our hearts in the reality of God's goodness and nearness. 

Just as our closets get messy and cluttered, so do our souls. And the clutter that's in our soul often keeps us from the most important part of life: JESUS. In this episode, we'll explore ways to declutter our time, thoughts, & emotions, and we'll discuss how to actively engage the Lord in the process of decluttering so we can WALK in greater depth of intimacy with Him. 

Do you know how to "bounce back" relationally after you're super angry with your spouse? If not, you may end up erecting emotional walls or punishing with a cold shoulder or the silent treatment. In this episode, I candidly share about my recent struggle of feeling furious at my husband- about an issue that felt huge in the moment, but really it wasn't a big deal. (Can you relate?) Join me as we discuss HOW to Get Over It, develop emotional resilience & increased dependence on God when we're angry & about to go off the rails. If you occasionally allow anger or relational snafus to ruin your day, then this episode is for you as we process how to "get over it" & move on.

Many people struggle with deep disappointment regarding their sex life in marriage, but ignoring it doesn't make it better. Join me for this episode as we talk about practical ways to increase and enhance sexual intimacy in marriage. We'll discuss 3 integral parts of a thriving marriage: emotional connection, non-sexual touch, & sexual touch. This show will encourage you to accept where you are & will challenge you to take courageous steps toward increased communication to start building a vibrant, healthy marriage that's full of passion & pleasure.

Honest confession: I've struggled with a negative attitude toward my spouse in different seasons- when I was more aware of his faults, weaknesses, & flaws than his strengths. And I see lots of marriages stuck in similar cycles of negativity. But the good news is: we don't have to stay there! In this episode, I share the tools God gave me to break out of this cycle and birth positive vibes toward my spouse again. In today's show, you'll learn a simple way to interrupt the cycle and begin to see your hubs as God sees him so you gain a greater awareness of his strengths and offer grace for his weaknesses. And there's a call to action with a 21 Day Marriage Challenge to stop the cycle of negativity in your marriage. Here's the link: https://www.connectcoach.co/resources

You can grow increased connection and intimacy as you learn to purposefully steward your thoughts toward your spouse. I'm not kidding, the results are tangible! These tools will empower you to appreciate your spouse & see him as God does.

The Lord is awakening us to live from His presence & tend the inner garden of our heart. This "garden" is the space where we connect with Jesus & give Him access to every part of our truest self- including the yucky, messy, ugly parts of our mind, will, & emotions. In this episode we'll discuss how to maintain constant connection with God throughout the day. As we tend the garden of our heart, we'll experience fellowship & intimacy with Jesus. And that authentic relational connection brings forth increased love, joy, and peace- and we grow more like Jesus on the inside.

It's easy to let spiritual activity take the place of 1:1 relational connection, but podcasts, sermons, & spiritual acts of service are cheap substitutes for a thriving personal connection with Jesus. Join me for this convo about how to intentionally tend the inner garden of our hearts.

God created you to have a lasting legacy on the earth & for eternity. And it doesn't require you to be famous, to be particularly gifted, or to be an influencer. As we intentionally show up for our lives, God uses our unique personalities to make a lasting impact on our friends and family. This episode will encourage you to "be present" for your own life & will remind you that your life matters! It's the little, daily choices we make that end up having a profound impact on others. Join me for this convo about what matters most: loving God & loving others, & I think you'll be reminded that your life IS making an impact on the world around you.