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Have you ever felt paralyzed by fear or held back by perfectionism, even in your prayer life? In this encouraging episode, Rachel sits down with Dr. Nancy Meyer (chiropractor, Ironman triathlete, and courage coach) to explore how prayer and courageous action work together to transform our lives.

Dr. Nancy opens up about her own struggles with focused prayer and shares how she's learned to integrate prayer into everyday moments, from praising God during runs to praying through each stroke in open water swims. Her honest approach to prayer will resonate with anyone who struggles to quiet their mind or feels like their prayers aren't "good enough."

You'll discover:

• How to pray when your mind wanders and focus feels impossible
• Why praise is a powerful form of prayer
• The connection between prayer, trust, and taking courageous action
• How to integrate prayer into daily routines (folding laundry, walking, preparing meals)
• Why "progress over perfection" applies to both your prayer life and faith journey
• How to recognize and respond to Holy Spirit prompts through prayer

Dr. Nancy also introduces her 7-Day Total Wellness Kickstart, a free resource that integrates prayer with caring for your mind, body, and spirit. Whether you're struggling with fear in your prayer life, fitness journey, or faith walk, this conversation will inspire you to trust God, pray honestly, and take that first brave step.

Resources mentioned:

• Free 7-Day Total Wellness Kickstart at drnancymeyer.com
• Rachel's Praying the Promises of God Prayer Journal: PromisesPrayerJournal.com

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Connect with God — on Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. Use this biblical meditation, narrated by Lonein Lara, to center yourself on the truth in God's word. Can you truly love your enemies? Meditate on Luke 6:35-36. Allow the music & nature sounds, deep breathing, prayer, and scripture help you connect with God in a new way. 

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A Prayer to Love Your Neighbor

Being a good neighbor is more than kindness—it’s a reflection of Christ’s love.Today's prayer by Rachael Adams explores Jesus’ teaching of the Good Samaritan, reminding us that love isn’t limited to those who are easy to care for, but extends to everyone God places in our path. Loving our neighbor means recognizing needs and acting in compassion, without bias or judgment.

Reference: Mark 12:31

Prayer: Father, some people are easy to love, but others can be more difficult. Forgive me for not reaching out to my neighbors when I should have. Lead me to know when and how to help the people you have intentionally placed around me. No matter where I go or who I meet, help me to see each individual as a person to love and as an opportunity to fulfill your command to love my neighbor. In Jesus' name, amen.

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What if you could break free from shame and insecurity and discover a healthier way to see yourself?

In this episode, I sit down with Rachael Gilbert, a licensed therapist, author, and host of the Real Talk with Rachel podcast, to discuss her book, Image RESTored. Rachael shares her own journey with body image, how her training to become a counselor revealed a gap in resources for women struggling with body image, and how she hopes to fill the gap with biblical wisdom and practical strategies. 

This is such an important and real life episode, especially for women who silently body shame themselves over weight, wrinkles, or something else. 

Together, we’ll uncover how to quiet negative self-talk, embrace biblical truth, and build confidence rooted in Christ. You’ll walk away with hope, healing, and a fresh perspective.

And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!

Xo,

Donna

Listen in to learn more :
(04:04) Body Image From a Biblical Perspective

(07:30) Addressing Women's Body Image Struggles 

(13:14) Self-Awareness and Personal Growth 

(24:02) Approaching Health With Grace and Curiosity

Donna’s Resources:

Order a copy of my latest book - 

Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. 

It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. 

If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God.

It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their confidence in their faith.

Connect with Rachael Gibert

Real Talk Podcast

Pick up a copy of Rachael’s book - Image RESTored

Website: https://rachaelgilbert.com/ 

Instagram; @rachaeljgilbert

Connect with Donna 

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Website: 

www.donnajones.org    

Donna’s speaking schedule:

https://donnajones.org/events/ 

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Palabras de Vida es un programa semanal de 15 minutos para todas las generaciones de habla Hispana que salió al aire en 1992. Más de 152 devocionales son producidos cada año, y actualmente están siendo transmitidos en más de 90 estaciones radiales alrededor del mundo y en diferentes redes sociales. Cada mensaje está cargado de vivencia reales, en donde nuestros invitados nos ayudan a encontrar soluciones a nuestros problemas basado en la Palabra de Dios, La Biblia. Estamos seguros de que estos mensajes animarán su espíritu y tranquilizarán su alma.

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God’s love is relentless, personal, and healing—even when we run, rebel, or reject Him. In Hosea 2:14–16, we see a God who pursues His people with grace, redemption, and restoration, offering hope when we least deserve it. Just like Israel’s story of betrayal and reconciliation, we are pursued in love by a Savior who refuses to let us go.

Highlights

• Discover the depth of God’s faithful love in Hosea 2:14–16

• Why God compared His relationship with Israel to a broken marriage

• The powerful picture of grace in the face of betrayal and rejection

• How God turns judgment into restoration and hope

• What it means to be pursued by God in your own faith journey

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Full Transcript Below:

You Are Pursued in Love

By Jennifer Slattery

Bible Reading:

“Therefore I am now going to allure her;
    I will lead her into the wilderness
    and speak tenderly to her.
15 There I will give her back her vineyards,
    and will make the Valley of Achor[b] a door of hope.
There she will respond[c] as in the days of her youth,
    as in the day she came up out of Egypt.

16 “In that day,” declares the Lord,
    “you will call me ‘my husband’;
    you will no longer call me ‘my master.’ Hosea 2:14-16, NIV

We’ve all experienced the pain of shattered relationships, of betrayal and rejection. Sometimes, these experiences shock us and leave us battling indignation. Other times, we expected the relationship to fracture and the other person to withdraw—because of how we behaved. But oh, what healing when we encounter someone who sees us at worst and chooses to not only stay, but reaches for us, bridging the canyon our hurtful actions created and meets our ugliest deeds with grace.

The Lord’s ever-present, never-ending, oh-go-gracious love has, and is, bringing healing to the wounded places in my soul and is helping to shatter the shame from some of my, relationship-harming behaviors—including those things that I know grieved the Lord’s heart and abused His grace. A grace He lavishes, in abundance, upon each of us.

He pursues us when we regularly read our Bibles, pray, give and serve. He also pursues us—in love—when we choose His gifts over His presence, turn our backs on Him, and r

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How can the wickedness of sinful hearts be reconciled with the boundless lovingkindness of God? What does it look like to take refuge in the shadow of His wings when evil seems to whisper louder than ever? We unpack this tension through prayer and dive into Psalm 36, entitled Wickedness of Men and Loving Kindness of God.

Join us for this 14-minute meditation on Psalm 36, where David contrasts the downward spiral of ungodly transgression—from whispered temptations to outright evil—with the soaring heights of God's faithfulness, righteousness, and life-giving light that invites us all to find shelter and hope in Him.

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For many, autumn is a season of beauty—colorful leaves, crisp air, and cozy traditions. But as our daily prayer and devotional remind us, for others, the season can reopen deep wounds of grief. Losing a loved one during this time can make every falling leaf feel like a reminder of what has been lost.

Grief is not something to hide or feel ashamed of—it is the natural expression of love for someone who is no longer here. Jesus’ words in the Beatitudes assure us that those who mourn are not abandoned in their pain. Instead, God promises His presence and comfort in the midst of sorrow.

The Lord draws near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 147:3) and faithfully carries us when grief feels unbearable. Over time, He not only comforts us but also equips us to comfort others in their mourning (2 Corinthians 1:3-5). In this way, even our deepest pain can become a vessel of compassion and encouragement.

If autumn carries grief for you, know that you are not alone. God’s light still shines through the darkness, and His presence offers hope and healing—even in the hardest seasons.

Today's Bible Verse: 

"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” – Matthew 5:4 (NIV)

Key Takeaways

• Grief is a natural and holy expression of love—it is nothing to be ashamed of.

• God promises to comfort those who mourn (Matthew 5:4).

• The Lord draws close to the brokenhearted and heals our wounds (Psalm 147:3).

• Our own grief can equip us to extend comfort and empathy to others in pain.

Let’s Pray Together

Dear Jesus, autumn feels full of grief this year. Please help me to accept my sorrow as a reflection of love and not push it away. Surround me with Your comfort, fill my heart with Your hope, and help me to see glimpses of beauty even in my pain. Use my story to encourage others walking through grief, and remind me that You are always near. Amen.

Related Resources

• 10 Scriptures about Death to Comfort the Grieving – Crosswalk.com

• How to Hold onto Hope in Seasons of Loss – iBelieve.com

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