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Over the next few weeks, we'll be covering specific things that you'll encounter when following the Lord into something new. Things such as the opinions or voices of others, fear, doubt, and lack of support, and encouragement.

We're looking forward to connecting with you over the next few weeks!

You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. Susan can also be found on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

We're wrapping up the series on the Armor of God this week with a conversation about prayer. It is one of the most under utilized parts of our armor, yet so powerful against the enemy!

You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. Find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

This week, we're learning what the sword of the Spirit is and how to use it effectively! Continuing to use the Roman soldier as a metaphor for the Armor of God, the soldier could have all the other pieces of his armor but without his sword, the soldier would be a sitting duck - vulnerable and defenseless! 

Without the sword of Spirit in our hands, spiritually speaking, we are ineffective at engaging in spiritual warfare. 

Be sure to take advantage of the free resource Susan mentions in this week's episode by following the link below.

To learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, visit www.sherisesmn.org. You can connect with Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

To "wear" the helmet of salvation properly we need to understand what salvation is. In this week's episode, we'll look at key Scripture verses to understand what we're saved from and by whom. 

For the Roman soldier, the helmet was a fitted piece of armor that covered his ears, and facial area, and for some, offered small protection over the eyes. We will also consider how our helmet of salvation offers us protection in those same areas.

Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. Susan would also love to connect with you on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

The shield of faith is the fourth piece of the Armor of God the Apostle Paul writes about in Ephesians Chapter Six. One of the things that stands out to me is that he says "...take up the shield of faith..." The words take up tell me it's something we are responsible for. In other words, there is a preparedness or readiness on our end that is required!

This episode will champion you forward and help equip you to push back the enemy when you feel opposed in your faith!

You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can also find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

This week we're looking at what the shoes of peace are in the Armor of God. If you have felt knocked around in your faith or feel you've lost your footing, this episode is for you! Get back up, sister!

With the shoes of peace, you can take a stand and stand your ground!

Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

This week we're continuing our series on the Armor of God with the Breastplate of Righteousness. As we look at King Solomon this week we will see that it wasn't outward pressure that harmed his leadership and the nation he led, but an inward weakness - his heart. He wasn't living a life that reflected the righteousness of God.

Righteousness and holiness still matters!

You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

We're in a mini-series on the Armor of God and this week, we will be taking a look at the Belt of Truth. It's important to understand what truth is and how to apply this vital piece of the armor to our faith.

You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can also find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

We're starting a new series that will help listeners better understand spiritual warfare and the Armor of God. In this week's episode, we will lay the framework for upcoming episodes that unpack each piece of the armor. 

As followers of Christ, we are in a spiritual war. Whether we understand it or even agree with it; we are in a spiritual war but through God, we will overcome!

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Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

My friend and returning guest, Ayana Dixon is joining us this week to talk about finding a healthy community of like-minded people to do life with. Ayana is such a joy to talk with and is one of those friends who you immediately feel at home with.

Ayana Robinson Dixon was born in Poughkeepsie, New York, and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana where she resided until the age of 18. She then relocated to the Washington, DC area to earn a B.A. degree from Howard University.

Ayana accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized on January 4, 1981. She rededicated her life to Christ in October 1998, and since that time has been on fire for the Lord.

She answered the call to ministry in September 2001 and was licensed in May 2003 at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Herndon, Virginia. She was ordained at Mount Pleasant on June 25, 2006. Ayana earned her Master of Divinity degree at Liberty University. She loves teaching and working with children. Ayana worked with Charlotte Mecklenburg's public school system for six years. She worked as both a Behavior Modification Technician and an 8th-grade teacher.

Ayana currently serves as the Co-Pastor of Agape Global Ministries in Charlotte, North Carolina with her husband,  Methuselah E. Dixon; Senior Pastor. She has owned and operated the Kumon Math and Reading Center of Charlotte-Mint Hill since April 2016. Ayana is the founder of the Circle 31 International Women’s Ministry and host of the Circle 31 Podcast. She enjoys cooking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family. Methuselah and Ayana have three children.

Connect with Ayana in these places:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/31internationalwomensministry

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/circle31iwm/

Website: https://www.circle31internationalwomensministry.org/

Podcast: The Circle 31 Podcast

Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. Find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.