The Flourishing Life with Tina Avila

By Tina AvilaReligion & Spirituality Christianity

The Flourishing Life with Tina Avila episodes

February 27 Sweet or Sour
Are you leaving behind something sour or sweet?In this episode, I share the sweet legacy of a woman who carried Smarties in her purse—and what her quiet faithfulness taught me about intentional presence and leaving a sweet legacy.
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11 min
February 20 What Turns Heaven Into Hell?
What does it mean to truly live free from comparison?
This episode examines the tenth commandment, envy, and contentment by offering biblical insight into how satisfaction grows when God—not comparison—is at the center. Tune in for more!

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12 min
February 13 Quick to Forget but Slow to Wait
“They soon forgot what He had done and did not wait for His plan to unfold.” (Psalm 106:13) This episode is about remembering, waiting, and trusting God when silence feels unbearable. Tune in for more!

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11 min
February 06 After the Fire
There was life before the fire… and life after. Faith milestones can shape us—but they’re not meant to sustain us forever. In this episode, I wrestle with what it means to keep seeking God when the noise dies down and the feelings fade. Listen to After the Fire.

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11 min
January 30 Pro Wrestling
Why does the life of faith have to be such a struggle? Am I doing something wrong? Wrestling through matters of faith can be frustrating until we see how normal and healthy it really is. Tune in to find out more!

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11 min
January 23 7 Tips for Reading Scripture
Do you have a hard time getting into reading Scripture, so it's hard to make it a habit? Me too. Tune in for 7 tips that have been really helpful to me!

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13 min
January 16 Hold It Together
Ever feel like despite your best efforts you can't seem to hold it together? Me too. Tune in to discover why we were never meant to and what to do about it.

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11 min
January 02 The Best Reads of the Year
If you know me even a little bit, you know how much I love to read. For this first post of the year, I share my favorite books from 2025 including impactful quotes and recommendations. Some I read as audiobooks, and some printed text, but all great reads. Tune in to find out more!

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19 min
December 26, 2025 That Friend Who Makes You Want to Read Your Bible
Do you have a hard time getting into Bible reading? Looking for some guidance in how to engage with Scripture in a meaningful way? Consider this invitation to read the Bible in a year with Tina. Tune in to find out more!

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The Bible Recap & YouVersion
11 min
December 19, 2025 The Post-Silent Era
What is it about Christmas that draws you in? After 400 years of radio silence with no one hearing from God. The first person to be filled with the Spirit of God is an unlikely choice. Tune in to find out more!

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10 min