From the very beginning, God invited humanity to tend the earth, and Jesus continued that theme by teaching through the rhythms of farming—plowing, planting, waiting, and harvesting. These parables remind us that spiritual growth doesn’t happen by accident; it happens when our hearts are open and receptive to God’s work. As we revisit these familiar stories, may we notice both how God is sowing in us and how He’s calling us to sow into others.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/41KAlAH 

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Throughout Scripture, we see God inviting His people to take bold steps of faith—steps that often lead into unfamiliar places but always align with His greater purpose. In Acts 10, Peter models this courage as he listens to God’s voice, follows His prompting, and watches the gospel break through barriers he never imagined. When God calls us into something new, uncertain, or unplanned, He is not just shaping our obedience—He is opening doors for others to encounter Jesus.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4u2t0bQ

Being heard, understood, and sympathized with are great things...but living life to the full also means living with courage. Ann White joins AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr for a conversation about what is means to have courage in an anxious era and how sometimes the greatest courage of all is to get deeply honest about who you are.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4cVlFFc 

Key Topics

• The importance of courage rooted in faith, not the absence of fear
• Anne’s personal journey from trauma and fear to trust and courageous action
• The seven steps to courage that transform emotional and spiritual health
• Practical ways to identify safe people to share your struggles with
• The role of vulnerability and its relationship with true courage
• How to distinguish who to trust when seeking support
• Balancing fear and courage: making daily intentional choices
• The significance of personal responsibility in growth and healing
• Resources for emotional health: Bible studies, audio Bibles, and more
• How living courageously unlocks abundant life and joy

Timestamps00:00 - Introduction to Courage and the Theme of the Episode
01:00 - Anne White’s Background and Journey of Faith
02:00 - The Power of Vulnerability in Building Courage
04:00 - Reckoning with Past Fears and Embracing God’s Power
06:00 - The Root of Courage: Discipleship and Personal Transformation
07:30 - The Role of Biblically Sound Courage in Daily Life
09:00 - Courage and Vulnerability in Women’s Ministries
11:00 - A Life-Changing Moment: Writing the Reality of Struggles
12:30 - Steps of Courage: Facing Fear and Taking Risks
14:00 - Choosing Trustworthy Support Systems
16:00 - How to Identify Safe People to Share Your Heart
18:00 - The Relationship Between Fear, Anxiety, and Courage
21:00 - Practical Ways to Overcome Obstacles and Make Courageous Changes
24:00 - The Power of Personal Responsibility in Response to Difficulties
27:00 - Faith-Driven Decisions: Trusting God’s Guidance in Courage
29:00 - How Fear and Courage Coexist — Making the Daily Choice
32:00 - The Stakes of Remaining in Comfort Zone Instead of Courage
34:00 - The Transformational Power of Living Courageously with God
36:00 - Resources for Emotional and Spiritual Growth: Bible Studies, podcasts, and apps
38:00 - Connecting with Anne White and Courage for Life Ecosystem
39:00 - Final Encouragement to Step Into Courage and Live Abundantly

WARNING: The subject matter, and the content itself, can be triggering. I include this so you can be informed, but use prayerful discretion when it comes to how much you really need to know to be loving and helpful for your family, children, and community.

Did you know it takes 17 strikes for a child predator to be banned on Meta's platforms? After five, eight, fourteen reported violations the perpetrator will still be active, and only after the seventeenth will the account be taken down. Wild. The good news is, there are a lot of ways to have fun at the pace of real life. I'm currently on a kick about seeing students get a chance for 6th grade camp again.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4sJM25T

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This is the final episode of our perimenopause and menopause series. Sherri is joined by lifelong friends as they talk honestly about what this season is really like, what no one told them, and how God meets them in it all. 

 

Quotes:

"I thought I was losing my mind. Nobody told me it could be menopause."

"We're not talking about it. That's where shame and darkness come in."

"Brain fog will have you mid-sentence like… what was I saying?"

"I had to grieve who I was and trust God with who I'm becoming."

"I am who I am—and I love who I am today."

"You don't know what someone's going through, so give grace."

When we remember Jesus giving His life and then being raised three days later, we experience something completely unique in human history.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4l6ylvk

This is a continuation of the discussion in Episode 47 about When God Seems Distant. Kyle talks about how suffering can help you grow spiritually. He also draws a distinction between passion and affection.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/415jRCY

Leslie Harter-Berg is a speaker, writer, owner of video production company Harter Creative, and founder of the nonprofit Vids for Wids, which creates grief content aimed at helping widows feel less alone. After the sudden death of her husband in 2019, she became a young widow, single mom and solo business owner with a newfound passion to learn and share more about grief and the mess of rebuilding. When she’s not chasing her children or on a TV commercial set, she’s connecting with other widows around the globe about life after loss.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/47oeEcV

Pastor Eric sits down with Josh Mottl on this episode of That’s a Doozy, giving listeners a fun behind‑the‑scenes look at what really goes into helping kids explore big faith questions. Together, they show parents and grandparents that walking with kids through their questions isn’t about having perfect answers—it’s about seeking God side by side.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4rK8oE9