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2022 is a wrap!

Has this year simply pummeled you with grief? Disappointment? Loneliness and Isolation?

Have you frantically been searching for deep peace through external factors like finances, therapy, health and fitness, or relationships?

Do you feel unseen or maybe even misunderstood or heard as a result of your past and all that you’ve been through? Do you desperately long for acceptance and embrace?

Throughout scripture we see God’s promise of peace; peace that can’t be shaken through:

Today, Hannah shares her heart on the unshakeable, incomparable peace that flows from being known by and reconciled to God, and standing in right covenant with Him through Christ.

Listen in and learn how to walk in the peace of Christ our Mighty Counselor and have a lasting peace that can be neither shaken, nor broken.

You won’t want to miss this episode filled with comfort and insight.

Here are some highlights:

Quotes to Remember:

“He was there when you were overlooked, cheated on, lied on, forgotten. Jesus was there.”

“With just one word, you can be made whole and you can receive peace from Yeshua the Messiah.”

“When we follow His commands, our peace multiplies.”

“When we abide and dwell in the secret place of the Most High, we abide in a perpetual state of peace.”

“The peace that comes from above does not fluctuate or waver based on what is happening around us.”

“The peace that comes from Christ and Christ alone is something that is deeply rooted even when we are uprooted.”

“The peace of knowing Christ and being known by Him transcends all your nuances.”

“Your life story needs no recapping or retelling. You never have to fill out a getting-to-know-you intake form. Jesus was there.”

“There was a light that was shining, brighter than I could have ever saw in my darkness at that time. That is just the glow of the Lord. That is Jesus peace.”

Scriptures:

Jeremiah 1:5

Ps 139:13

Isaiah 48:18

Proverbs 18:10

Psalm 91:1

Psalm 144:1

Isaiah 54 (Covenant of Peace)

John 10:10

Isaiah 9:6

Proverbs 18:10

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Maybe you thought you could “handle it”, but lately you’re feeling so defeated.

You’ve been disciplining yourself to give it to God and trust Him, but when you’re feeling discouraged, some days you find yourself still picking it up and doing things your way – only to realize that your way isn’t error proof.

Discouragement can quickly partner with anxiety, and together they can birth an overwhelming urge to act now. Do something to ease the discomfort. Together they can falsely convince you that there is no hope, and no time, so you’d better move now.

Not so.

This leads to half-baked decision making, careless words, and even dangerous methods of self-soothing.

Listen in on today's episode as we talk about practical steps you can take to help you:

- Practice resisting the pressure to act quickly when you’re feeling discouraged. 

- Walk by faith in the throes of your circumstance

- Shift your sight from the crash to the cross

Quotes:

"Feelings may not totally go away – and some days they may spike – but it doesn’t stay at the same intensity forever."

"The best thing to do when you feel tempted to act during moments of discouragement, is to do nothing."

"Practice resisting the pressure to act quickly when you’re feeling discouraged. Resist the lie that you must act NOW in order to be okay."

"Remember – You desire His perspective. Not yours."

"Can you resolve being still in this present difficulty, shifting your eyes from the crash and onto the cross?"

Scriptures: 

James 1:19

Psalm 46:10

Romans 8:28

Hebrews 11:1,6

Read the FULL Blog post here: http://markedlifeblog.com/2021/11/20/when-youre-feeling-discouraged/

Let’s celebrate the start of season 3!

The biggest question to ponder in episode 018 is, “Whose voice are you listening to?”

Avenues for advice and direction are within reach for most of us in 2022; social media, self-help books; master classes; therapy; friends and family. The list is endless. But whose voice are you listening to?

Sister, it’s time to step into the Lord’s classroom and be taught by Him.

We also dig into the 4 reasons why we’re in the Lord’s classroom, but we’re still not learning. They are:

In this episode:

Quotes to Remember:

“Trust Him that, even if this thing does crash and burn, He is carrying you through. Trust Him and abide.”

“When we are taught by the Lord, our prosperity and peace are great, and we are not left wanting.”

“We are in His classroom, but we’re still not learning.”

“Whose wisdom are you relying on?”

Scriptures:

John 10:5

Isaiah 54:13

Psalm 23:1

John 8:28

Psalm 119:102

Isaiah 28:26

Psalm 27:14

I peter 5:8

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Growing in Grace,

Hannah

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Is your faith based on what you can see?

Would you still have faith if God never answered your prayers?

How many times have you been in a situation that flooded your emotional and mental bank with all the feels? In an instant (or a slow fill) you were overcome and maybe you took the wheel of your life and made some decisions as a result of those feels.

Feelings, while they may be real, are not to be trusted. Why? Feelings change and feelings don't tell the entire story. Remember, Feelings are not king. God is raising up His daughters to be women of true grit and character. Women who don't tread according to the demands of their feelings, but instead, in obedience due to His word, and His promise.

Today, I share some of the hardships my family is currently walking through, the impact and reach of grief, and oh yes - feelings.

In this episode:

- Why the Believer should aim for a faith-motivated life rather than a feelings motivated life.

- Identifying when our feelings are tempting us to go "dark"

- Exactly why we can trust God's promises when our world is upside down

- Emerging as a pillar of faith during life's trials

- What to do if you are feeling overcome, swayed, or heavily influenced by your feelings

- The benefit and reward of standing in faith and obedience even when you won't see the promise

- How faith is a vital component to spiritual maturity

- The dangers of being feelings-motivated

And so much more!

Quotes to Remember:

"The Lord calls us to live a faith-motivated life, not a feeling-motivated life."

"Feelings don't tell the entire story."

"You can't trust yourself because you always only know in part."

"God is going to take what you cannot see to create something that you can see."

"What if God is calling you to suffer? What if He is calling you to be the pivotal caveat in someone else's life?"

What if your situation may never improve? Will you still serve? Will you still follow? Will you still love?

Scripture References:

Jeremiah 17:9

Hebrews 11

Romans 10:17

James 1:22-25

John 3:36

Romans 8:28-29

Romans 8:14-18

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(Note: this is episode 016, not 015 which was incorrectly stated in the recording)

What does it mean to be saved and how do you "do it"? Here's a hint, it doesn't involve simply reciting a "Sinner's prayer".

Today, we take a look at the one thing that Jesus told everyone whom he called - follow me. In this chock-full episode, you'll need to grab a pen as Hannah outlines the erected challenges in following Jesus, and the 6 vital and digestible steps that are required in order for us to follow and follow well.

In this episode:

- Are you struggling with doubt and unbelief, and trusting Jesus?

- The biggest thing that is required in order for us to follow

- How and why we begin to take on the image of the idols of our hearts (and what happens when we do)

- Our necessary response to salvation vs. simply reciting a prayer

- The 6 vital steps requires for following Jesus:

1) Willingness to follow

2) Absence of resistance

3) Acknowledgement and understanding that you don't know where to go

4) Detaching from where you currently are

5) An ability to trust Who is leading

6) Endurance to keep following and pressing on the gas

Quotes:

"The essence of what we do in this journey as Believers is following Jesus"

"What Jesus came to earth to do was to beckon us to follow Him"

"If you refuse to move, you're not going to be able to follow"

"It takes humility to follow"

"If we're totally honest with ourselves, and we reflect [on] the nature of our heart, are we struggling with unbelief? Are we struggling with doubt in who Christ is? Is that the reason why it's difficult for you to follow?"

"As we devote more and more worship to the idols of the heart, we begin to take on the image of that idol"

"Whatever we are constantly surrounding ourselves with or focusing on, we begin to take on the form and the image of that thing"

"We need fuel and endurance to run this race"

"Learn to rest in the rest that the Lord provides."

"It's not saying the Lord's prayer that saves you, it's following Him."

Scripture References:

·  John 8:12

·  John 12:26

·  John 10:27

·  Matthew 10:38

·  Matthew 19:21

·  Matthew 4:19

·  Matthew 9:9

·  Matthew 16:24

·  Matthew 11:28

·  Psalm 9:9

·  Psalm 34:18

·  Psalm 147:3

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There are so many thoughts and feelings that come along on this ride and oftentimes women feel so ashamed to say, “I need help, I don’t know what I am doing!”.

Since its inception in 2020, For the Moms has received over 2,500 views in almost 30 countries! In 2022, my goal is to increase those numbers and our impact.

At the heart of For the Moms is the heart to reach this profound group whose jobs are often thankless and endless. A group whose role is critical to the very nations we inhabit as we are raising the next generation. A group who holds such profound weight in the lives of their families and in the sight of God; Mothers.

There is purpose untold in motherhood. It is an assignment to be both understood and accepted. And what is paramount, is that as Daughters of the King, we come into alignment with His vision and purpose in our Mothering.

For the Moms is such a movement. One whose purpose and mission is to elevate Christ and conceptualize Godly character in Motherhood – and to reach down and pull up those Mothers who are just starting, who are understandably worn, or who have somehow lost their way. Further, For the Moms is a movement that is calling to attention the warriors within us for the times in which we live. We will aim to unravel the mistakes and cycles of generations past. We will wage war for our families. And, we will diligently seek the Lord’s face concerning His will for our children and who we are becoming through our Motherhood.

So, if you’re a new mom, or a seasoned one – this is for you!

If you’ve ever been in question, or weary, or alone, or afraid – this is for you!

If you’re a woman – this is for you!

If you know the goodness of God – this is for you!

If you have a woman that you love who is a mom or hopes to become one – this is for you!

If you are humbled by the Treasure of Christ who lives in you and makes everything you do possible – then this is for YOU!

*Stay tuned to the end for a sweet message from the Smith Girls!!!

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Contrary to common belief, time doesn’t necessarily heal all wounds. Some healing will require a decision to be made. Some healing requires intentional ongoing maintenance, one step at a time.

In the conclusion of this 2-part series, Hannah discusses making the critical decision to heal. We can’t control whether we experience trauma, but we can make a decision to heal following that trauma.

We gaze again at the woman with the issue of blood. She had had enough, and she knew the time for her to get healed had come because the Healer (Jesus) was within reach. She got into the crowd in her condition, intending to touch Jesus’ cloak, and when she did, she got healed.

It is also evident that how we view trauma is dependent on how we view God. Consider everything that Job went through; he lost his children, his finances, and his personal health. Job had all the reasons to curse God, but he never did it. He chose to believe that God would heal and restore him, and that God’s sovereignty did not change.

Hannah shares practical steps that we can take in our journey toward healing, including the first steps which is understanding and accepting that Jesus is the true Healer.

Listen to this episode as we dig deeper into healing, restoration, and not idolizing trauma.

Key Talking Points of the Episode:

[02:16] Seeing past the smoke

[05:06] Emotional healing and restoration of God’s way

[07:17] The woman with the issue of blood

[08:47] The essence of counseling

[12:32] Trauma that seeks to exalt itself against the knowledge of Christ is where we find our downfall

[14:20] How you view trauma is largely dependent upon how you view God. Do you have a low or high view of God?

[16:45] Allowing Jesus - not your trauma - to be king

[20:00] Why do we need not to idolize our trauma

[22:00] Dwelling in the place of trauma hinders emotional and spiritual sobriety

[26:00] Seeking safety through Godly counsel.

[30:30] Stewing and chewing on Isaiah 55: "The Free Offer of Mercy.”

Quotes from the Episode:

“Some of us may find that we become the toxic person after we become wounded, and that woundedness then becomes infection, and then that infection then becomes bitterness.”

“Healing is a decision. It’s not an easy decision. It’s not an overnight decision, and it doesn’t happen all in an instance.”

“If you are a believer, and you’re looking to stay on the path of holiness and righteousness, you have to be very cautious of who you’re taking counsel from.”

“The enemy uses trauma to strip us, weaken us, and abort our purpose and mission. God uses this trauma to strengthen, mature, build and discipline us. When we hold his hands through the turbulence of life. We are refined. We become resolute and our fate.”

“How you view trauma depends on how you view God.”

“You need to transform areas of weakness in your life into strength.”

Scriptures mentioned in the episode:

· Proverbs 11:14

· 2 Corinthians 10:5

· Isaiah 55

· Psalm 103:14

· 2 Corinthians 1:3

· 2 Corinthians 4:17-18

· 2 Corinthians 4:16

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Episode 013 is all about the other dark side of trauma. What happens when trauma becomes our trip up? Hannah talks about the responsibility we hold in our healing journey after we have faced trauma. Negating this responsibility puts us at risk of idolizing our trauma and perpetually dwelling in it and tripping over it.

Just one touch from Jesus healed the woman with the issue of blood. It was her faith despite her past that made her whole. This same healing is available to us, should we reach for it. It won’t be easy, but with God, ALL things are possible. It is God’s grace in the wilderness that will carry us. Don’t miss out on part 1 of this 2-part series!

In this episode:

Quotes:

“Life does not end and life does not have to end because of trauma.”

“Just one touch. One word. From God almighty will heal. One touch will erase the past. There is grace in the wilderness.”

“Trauma becomes our trip up when and only when it becomes an IDOL.”

“We overcome the ramifications of trauma because of the grace of God.”

References Mentioned:

Episode 011 (December 2021)

Related Blog Post:  When Trauma becomes your Trip Up

Scriptures:

Matthew 19:26

Mark 5:24-34

Psalm 27:14

2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Isaiah 61:3

Psalm 103:14

Psalm 30:5

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Hey Hey Listeners!

We kick off the new year with a relaxed episode 012. Nothing structured or specific, just Hannah sharing her current happenings and what she’s got in the queue including the launch of The MRKD Store and becoming a certified Biblical Counselor.

Hannah also talks about her process for getting clear about her path and how God’s “Yes” isn’t the same as God’s “Go”. This is an important concept to grasp when trying to understand just how and when God is leading us to move on the assignments He has given to us.

Haven’t gotten caught up on the episodes? Now’s a perfect time to do that, and don’t forget to leave a review if you’ve found value here! This helps other listeners find the show and the value.

In this Episode:

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We cap off with the final podcast recording of 2021.

Today in episode 011 - The Knocking at the Door - Hannah takes listeners on a deep look within as we check our mindsets and heart-sets in preparation for 2022.

We reflect on many Believers' struggle with the issue of compromise; a struggle that can rob us of holiness and can lead us to continuous people-pleasing and fear of man. Hannah shares of her own recent battle with compromise in a relationship, and how she had to choose to shut the door with love in order to guard her heart from the enemy’s compounding lies.

In this episode:

Reflective Questions

Quotes:

“The Lord wants us to grow. He wants us to go from spiritual milk to spiritual food.”

“Ask, ‘What are those things that are causing me to compromise? What are those things that are knocking at the door of my heart?’”

“At times, we do have to ‘lock the door’, in order to maintain a standard of holiness and righteousness. Those are the two things that the enemy tries to steal from us - holiness and righteousness - so he will tempt us to compromise.”

"Without that 'love' piece, our hearts and our minds become a breeding ground for seeds of resentment, anger and pride, and bitterness and pain; I have lived that.”

Sources:

Amazon.com: A Woman's Guide to Spiritual Warfare: How to Protect Your Home, Family and Friends from Spiritual Darkness (Audible Audio Edition): Quin Sherrer, Ruthanne Garlock, Pam Ward, christianaudio.com: Audible Books & Originals

How to Guard your Heart: 13 Proven Ways-thepraywarrior

22 Important Bible Verses About Fear Of Man (biblereasons.com)

Scripture References:

Proverbs 29:25

Galatians 1:10

Isaiah 2:22

John 7:24

Music: 

Tony Anderson - Colorado Nights