Make Life Matter

Brad Minns not only grew up deaf in a hearing world but did the impossible in the 1985 Deaf World Games. The new film, Never Give Up, shares Brad’s inspirational true story and encourages us to push past any barrier to make our lives matter. In today’s episode, Brad shares unforgettable stories about his life and faith. September is Deaf Awareness Month, and you can watch the film at nevergiveupfilm.com.

Tired of the dieting roller coaster? Laura Acuña understands. She lived the cycle of shame and defeat for almost 50 years ... until the Lord set her free. Still Becoming is a 31-day devotional journal that takes you on a sacred journey where you’ll discover true freedom and that healing and peace have nothing to do with a number on the scale. Laura is a speaker, author, Bible teacher, podcast and host and co-founder of Sisters in Faith Ministries.

Some of us feel like donkeys in a world that celebrates racehorses—the shiny and flashy success stories that make us question our own worth and abilities. But life isn’t about competing for gold medals. It’s about discovering our mettle—understanding our unique strengths and using them to mine all the gold that’s already within us. Rachel Anne Ridge is an author, professional artist, and motivational speaker. A certified life coach, Rachel works with individuals and organizations to discover their creative gold through hands-on workshops, retreats, and coaching. Rachel is a mom to three adult children, and Nana to five grandchildren. Learn more at rachelanneridge.com.

Are you ready to say goodbye to what holds you back? Wife, mom, Author and TV show host Krissy Nelson helps us shatter walls so we can truly believe what God says about us.Through her resources and shows, Created for the Impossible and JUST JESUS, and her community, Lifeline, Krissy speaks hope into hearts and life into dry bones.This episode will help you stop overthinking, silence insecurity, and learn the pace of peace.

How do we develop resilience to live, love, and finish well? Pam Farrel is an international speaker and author of 58 books including bestselling Men are like Waffles, Women are like Spaghetti and co-author of the awarding, bestselling Discovering the Bible, creative bible experience series. The Farrels have been married 42 years and make their home on a live aboard boat docked in Southern California. You can connect with Pam on her website at https://www.love-wise.com/

Christina shares her powerful personal story and helps us implement healthy discipleship practices to grow deeper in our walk with Christ and develop longevity for the long haul. Christina co-pastors Overflow City Church with her husband Paul and she is passionate about teaching, discipleship, and seeing women empowered to step into the fullness of who God has called them to be. She is a faith-based premarital counselor who is committed to seeing couples build healthy, Christ-centered marriages. 

As a pastor and ministry leader for decades, Chris Swain knew that discipleship happens when we spend intentional time with our children and lead them spiritually. He started writing a book on the topic but unexpectedly passed away before he could finish. Knowing this was Chris’ passion, his wife Melissa took the reins and finished Write It On Their Hearts: Practical Help for Discipling Your Kids. Melissa Swain spent nearly 23 years as a pastor’s wife and is a mom, homeschool teacher, writer, and editor. 

Angela sits down with Don Johnson of Filter of Hope to talk about her amazing missions’ trip with them to Costa Rica and how we can be involved providing clean water and the love of Christ around the world. We believe no one should have to live without clean water and everyone deserves the right to know Christ personally. By meeting a family’s greatest physical need, you can earn the right to discuss their greatest spiritual need. Change lives by purchasing a portable water filter at filterofhope.org and travel with Angela and her husband, Dale, to Costa Rica July 29-August 5 – details at rolva.org/events.  

After years training polo horses and working as a flight attendant, hairdresser and bartender, Lisa Boucher reconstructed her life and settled in as a registered nurse. For the past twenty-seven years, she's worked with hundreds of women to help them overcome alcoholism, live better lives and become better parents. The award-winning author of six books, she is the mother of twin sons and lives in Ohio with her husband. 

There comes a time when every child steps into adulthood and begins making their own choices. So, how can today’s parents continue to guide their adult children, even if they disagree with their kids’ decisions? Mary DeMuth, international speaker, podcaster, and beloved author of over 40 books, answers this question in her new book, Love, Pray, Listen: Parenting Your Wayward Adult Kids with Joy. Mary offers parents an invitation for spiritual growth and a path towards fulfilling relationships with their adult children. In this episode she shares: 

• What to do when our kids make choices that don’t align with our values 

• Three tools to reconnect with our adult kids 

• How to create a home adult kids want to come back to.