Hello friends! Today I want to share a little bit about what’s going on in my family‘s life and would appreciate your prayers as we head into a particularly busy season to finish out 2023! I’m also giving a little update in this podcast on what the plans are for the remaining episodes for 2023 (midweek prayer episodes will continue!). I can’t wait to have you join me in a prayerful, peaceful journey to finish out the year. Share your feedback and prayer requests at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you!

As leaders, we are always looking for the latest and greatest power boost hack. As I recorded today’s prayer, the Holy Spirit met me with reminders that experiencing God‘s love is the ultimate power boost. Taking 15 minutes of quietness before the Lord WILL reap incredible dividends in your day. Join me in a very intimate journey into experiencing the depths of God’s love for you and me. Let’s remember how much He loves us together.

Let’s head to the tropical island of the Dominican Republic today! Though Tyler and Callie’s missionary-lives may look very different from yours and mine, the lessons they share on leadership and leading with family are so applicable for us all! I cannot wait for you to join us - and their kiddos! - for an encouraging and inspiring conversation.

When life feels chaotic and confusing – like we are functioning in a whirlwind when what we long for is clarity and next steps – God gives us a promise that carries us even when the whirlwind doesn’t stop… even when He invites us right back into the chaos. Today let’s find strength and courage by bringing our burdens to the God Who Sees Us and Looks After Us.

Leadership as a creative has its own unique challenges and this conversation with musician and coach Lee Baker is filled with such wisdom for creative leaders. But Lee also shares very honestly and vulnerably about his journey towards burnout, what he chose to do to address those red flags, and how he continues to use his gifts and leadership in a fresh new way. What a valuable conversation. You can find Lee on Instagram @leetbaker where you can sign up for his myfi podcast and weekly newsletter. Share this one with all your creative friends!

Are you nurturing a long-held dream with fading hopes that you’ll ever see it come to fruition? Ah, friend, then, this episode is for you. Desree is so wise, I literally got out my journal as we talked to take notes as God spoke encouragement to me through her story. This woman can preach! Get a nice cuppa and lean I close. I promise you’ll find fresh energy and encouragement here today.

If you’re exhausted, you’re not alone. Take a few moments to sink into this beautiful poem-prayer by John O’Donahue. Have a prayer request? Email me at [email protected].

30 years in ministry! I can only imagine the stories - the joys and the sorrows - that Pete Youlden has experienced as he’s faithfully served college students and staff at Cru. With just a few moments to share, there’s no way to hear them all, but Pete wisely shared some choice truths for all of us to learn from. Enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend who needs the encouragement too!

‘It may look like I’m surrounded but I’m surrounded by You.’ I refer today to these lyrics of the first song on the 2020 album ‘Peace’ produced by Bethel Music. The presence of God is a powerful strengthening tool for us when life gets heavy. Let’s take a moment to remember in prayer: He.Is.Near.

What happens when you uproot your family for a new ministry position, and just a few months later, face a life-altering cancer diagnosis? We know that as Christian leaders, we are not immune to crisis - but leading in the midst of crisis requires a serious set of supernatural and practical tools. Natalie's story will encourage and inspire!