We usually think of meditation as a secular or New Age thing. It actually can be a wonderful way to build our relationship with God and deepen our prayer life. If you are trying to carve out more time in your life to be with God, join the ladies as they discuss the different forms of meditation and tips on how to get started. Continue the conversation on their website at http://www.RiseATN.com and @RiseATN on Instagram. 

Technology - is it a positive tool in your life or is it the bane of your existence? In this episode the ladies discuss how technology affects us spiritually. Where ever you are on your spiritual journey do you use technology with God or is it technology versus God? Join the ladies as they discuss their own struggles and solutions with the "SCREEN." Continue the conversation on their blog at http://www.RiseATN.com and @RiseATN on Instagram. 

In today's world we can have our dream job, financial stability, lots of friends and still feel empty. Why? We have made our mark on the world. We have made a name for ourselves among our sphere of influence. We should feel success and fulfillment...right? In this last episode of a three part series on surrendering to divine will,  the ladies discuss what happens when we aren't using our gifts in cooperation with God and what amazing things can happen when we do. Remember you can continue the conversation by visiting their website at http://www.RiseATN.com and on Instagram @RiseATN. Please share us with your friends. 

In the dictionary the definition of an advocate is someone who pleads for or in behalf of another; an intercessor. We all have an advocate ready and working in our lives 24 hours a day 7 days a week in profound and miraculous ways. In the second episode in a three part series on abandoning ourselves to God's will the ladies discuss the ultimate advocate: the Holy Spirit. Who is the Holy Spirit in relation to the trinity? What are the gifts of the Holy Spirit? How can we build our relationship with the Holy Spirit? Continue the conversation by visiting https://www.RiseATN.com for additional resources and blog posts and on Instagram @RiseATN.

One of the biggest, and most understandable, questions is...WHY? Why would a loving God allow suffering? In one of a three part series on what it means to abandon ourselves to divine will, the ladies take on this tough subject. Can there be joy in suffering? What does it mean to transform versus transfer our suffering? Join the ladies as they discuss suffering through the difficult times in their own lives. At the end of each episode there is a time for prayer so visit their website at https://www.RiseATN.com and hit the "prayer" tab for the prayer guide. Continue the conversation on Instagram @RiseATN.

In this episode the ladies finish up their discussion on the Greatest Commandment; how to love our neighbor. In a time of great division how do we love those around us? It is far easier to love those in our "tribe" but God asks us to love all His children. Join the ladies as they share how, through their faith, they have learned love is a choice and when you choose love with intention it can draw you closer to God and bring great joy. Be sure to continue the conversation on their blog at https://www.RiseATN.com and on Instagram @RiseATN.

We have all heard the statement, " If you don't take care of yourself you can't take care of others." When does it become selfish to focus on ourselves....to love ourselves, our stuff, or our talents? The ladies talk about the importance of loving ourselves as God loves us. They discuss the many different kinds of love. After listening to this podcast you might think differently about yourself and what it means to be beautifully and wonderfully made. Be sure to continue the conversation by visiting their website on http://www.RiseATN.com for resources and blog posts along with visiting Instagram @riseatn.

"Rules without relationship leads to rebellion." Maybe you can relate to this adage in your own life. In this episode the ladies dig deep into why it is important to have and continue to build a relationship with God before you can understand His "rules" for us. They also discuss what draws us to love God with all our mind, soul, body, and strength. After listening continue the conversation on their website at https://www.RiseATN.com and Instagram @RiseATN.

Where is God? How do I talk to God? It is essential to know where to find and how to talk to those whom we want to have a relationship with. You may say this is a "duh" statement. So it makes sense that we would have these same questions when it comes to our relationship with God. In this episode the ladies discuss where they see God and how that has changed over the years. They also  share how and why they pray. Their answers may surprise you. Visit the "Rise Above the Noise" website at http://www.riseatn.com for resources discussed in the show along with blog posts. You can also continue the conversation on Instagram @riseatn.

The ladies start out the episode sharing  favorite resources they recommend for those that are seeking a greater understanding of God. All resources will be listed on their website at RiseATN.com. In the second half of the show they continue their discussion; Who is God? They go a little deeper in this episode and invite you to join the conversation. Remember you can follow their Instagram page @riseatn.