The word dream isn’t something we hear as often anymore — but hope is something every single one of us understands.

In today’s episode, we unpack the connection between hope and dreaming, and why they are inseparable. The Bible tells us that hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life. That desire begins with hope.

Hope is not wishful thinking. It’s the birthplace of dreams. It’s the quiet belief that something better is possible — even when circumstances say otherwise.

This conversation is a reminder that we were all created to dream, and that rediscovering hope is the first step toward bringing those dreams back to life.

Today, we rediscover hope — together.

thank you for listening to today's show. I want to welcome you and introduce myself to you if you are new to my channel. My Name is Heather Baxter I reside in Michigan. I am a faith transformation coach,, writer/author, global speaker and CEO of HB Ministries an international ministry for women to believe, behome and become all God has created them to be in all seasons of life! 

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Welcome to the BEAUTIFUL MESSY SHOW 2026! 

Ten Steps to Gaining Victory in 2026 Through God-Given Vision

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1. Start With Surrender, Not Strategy

Vision doesn’t begin with planning—it begins with yielding.

Prayer prompt:
“Lord, I release my plans so I can receive Yours.”

📖 Proverbs 16:3 — Commit your works to the Lord.

🎙 Talking point:
 God doesn’t bless what we cling to—He blesses what we surrender.

2. Return to the Secret Place

Clarity is born in intimacy.

📖 Psalm 25:14 — The secret of the Lord is with those who fear Him.

🎙 Talking point:
 If we’re too busy to listen, we’re too busy to receive vision.

Practical:
– Daily quiet time
– Remove noise before adding goals

3. Ask God for His Vision, Not Just Blessing

Many people want God to bless their dreams instead of birthing His.

📖 Jeremiah 29:11

🎙 Talking point:
 God’s vision comes with His provision.

Ask:
“God, what are You already doing—and how do I join?”

4. Discern the Difference Between Dreams and Distractions

Not every opportunity is a calling.

📖 1 Corinthians 16:9 — A great door opened, but many adversaries.

🎙 Talking point:
 Vision withstands pressure; distractions collapse under it.

5. Align Your Identity Before Your Assignment

You are a son/daughter before you are a servant.

📖 Romans 8:14

🎙 Talking point:
 When identity is secure, comparison loses power.

6. Let the Holy Spirit Interpret the Vision

Visions without interpretation lead to confusion.

📖 Habakkuk 2:2 — Write the vision and make it plain.

🎙 Talking point:
 God reveals step-by-step so we stay dependent.

Practical:
– Journal
– Ask: “What is my next obedient step?”

7. Speak What God Shows You

Vision grows when it’s spoken in faith.

📖 Job 22:28 — You will decree a thing.

🎙 Talking point:
 Faith-filled words align heaven and earth.

8. Walk It Out With Obedience, Not Emotion

Obedience sustains vision when excitement fades.

📖 James 1:22

🎙 Talking point:
 Victory is found in daily faithfulness, not viral moments.

9. Stay Planted in Godly Community

Vision thrives in accountability.

📖 Proverbs 27:17

🎙 Talking point:
 Isolation kills vision; alignment multiplies it.

10. Expect Opposition—but Declare Victory

Resistance often confirms direction.

📖 Romans 8:37 — More than conquerors.

🎙 Talking point:
 If God gave the vision, He already secured the victory.

Welcome to 2026 I am honored to walk this journey with you

Pastor Heather

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Life doesn’t always go according to our plans — and sometimes, the road gets downright messy. But what if the detours are part of God’s design? In this episode of The Beautiful Messy Show, we dive into Jeremiah 29:11 and explore what it really means to trust that God has “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Join us as we unpack how to hold onto hope when life feels uncertain, how to find beauty in the waiting, and how to believe that even in our chaos, God is crafting something purposeful and good. Whether you’re in a season of confusion, disappointment, or transition, this episode will remind you that your story is still unfolding — and the Author hasn’t forgotten you.

✨ Key Takeaways:

• How to trust God’s plan when yours falls apart
• Why Jeremiah 29:11 is more than a “feel-good” verse
• Finding peace in uncertainty and purpose in pain
• Encouragement for anyone walking through a “beautifully messy” season

🎙️ Welcome back to The Beautiful Messy Show!

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Alright friends, today we are diving into one of the most powerful moments in Scripture — Jesus’ raw and real conversation in the Garden of Gethsemane. This is where He says those incredible words: “Not my will, but Yours be done.”

Whew — that hits deep, right? Because we all face circumstances that are beyond our will — times when life gets messy, uncertain, and out of our control. But right there, in the middle of that tension, is where God does some of His best work.

So today, we’re going to capture a little piece of that verse, break it down, and talk about what surrender really looks like in our everyday lives. Grab your Bible, grab your coffee, grab that journal — and let’s dive in together! 💪✨

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 If God takes time to design wildflowers, how much more does He value and care for you, His daughter? Your needs—emotional, physical, and spiritual—matter to Him.

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Acts 17:28 On Today's Episode

Paul is emphasizing that all human beings — men and women — have their life, movement, and very existence rooted in God, and that we are all His "offspring" (children). This truth is just as powerful and affirming for women as it is for men.

Reflections for Women:

• Identity in God: This verse reminds women that their identity is not defined by society, appearance, or roles, but by being a beloved child of God.
• Divine Value: "In Him we live and move" means every breath and action is sustained by God — your life has divine purpose and worth.
• Empowerment: Knowing you are God's offspring empowers you to live boldly, move forward with purpose, and be rooted in eternal love.

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 🌧 “The rain doesn’t ruin you. It prepares you.”

 Rainy seasons come — sorrow, delay, frustration. But rain softens the soul so that the seeds God planted in you can grow. The things you pray for often start in the dark, beneath the surface.

 What season of rain are you in? Where might God be nourishing something unseen?

🍃– The Wind:
🌬 “The wind doesn’t shake you to break you — it teaches you to bend.”

Reflection:
The winds of change, uncertainty, or challenge might feel like chaos — but they can be holy. God moves through the unseen winds of life to make you flexible, faithful, and free.

 What changes are stretching you right now? How can you trust God in what you cannot control?

🌸  – The BeautyA blooming flower or garden at golden hour, with glowing light all around.
🌷 “He has made everything beautiful in its time.” – Ecclesiastes 3:11

Reflection:
Your life is not on pause. It’s in process. Beauty is not always immediate — it unfolds. You are not late. You are becoming. God sees your becoming, and He calls it beautiful.

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