Welcome back - Thank you for your constant support and encouragement! Today's episode is an invitation into the journey of being purified by the work of the Holy Spirit. This year has been full of hard things, but I've come to realize it is refining work that has made me love and trust the LORD so much more. It's messy, it's hard, sometimes it's terrible, but God's goodness has never been so clear.

We've all heard it, "Winners never quit, and quitters never win." And in some settings, there is validity to that saying. However, there are some times when winners do quit. It's done with council, intention, courage, and boldness, but it is done. Jump in with me today as I share some times when quitting was the right thing, and how those lessons can help you answer to the high calling to service that God has for you!

Have you ever wondered why some people just seem to get unbelievable opportunities? The same rules just don't seem to apply to them? They're chronically lucky? Turns out there's a reason - they have made themselves exceptional, so it's easy for them to get exceptions. Join in today's episode as we go over the 10 simple principles that those people follow - and how you can apply them to become an exceptional person.

Hello to all my problem-solvers! The ones who automatically jump in and want to help bring solutions to all the challenges they come across. So often we find ourselves inundated with too many problems for too many people and not enough time to solve them all. The reality is, we aren't supposed to. And the second reality is that most of us don't want to actually solve problems because it's much more comfortable to talk about the issues or just think about the solutions without putting action behind it. As I've grown, I've learned that there are three tests to determine how serious we are, and how serious others are about actually changing the outcome. Join me for today's episode as we dive deep into what those three tests are and how they help us get effective and clear - not just for others, but also for ourselves.

Have you ever listened to someone or met someone that inspired you? The way they live their life stirred something in your soul, made you dream for more? I have - and some of them literally changed the trajectory of my life. Jump in with me today as we dig into what defines an inspirational leader, what characteristics they possess, and the greatest challenges that stop people from becoming that in their own right.

Sometimes our lives can get thrown into upheaval and we have to find an entirely new rhythm. That takes time, trial and error, and lots of practice. I know this because my life has been upended in the last several months due to ongoing mystery health issues, and it's been tough to adjust. But I am learning so many good things! And I'm being forced to think, grow, and solve problems in different way than I ever have before, and that's exciting. So today's episode is just a chat of some of the things I've been learning along the way - hopefully they can be a help and encouragement to you as we go through this wild adventure called life together.

What is the foundation for your faith? Can your faith be questioned, tried, and put to the test? Is your soul absolutely settled? If it's not, it can be! When I was 15, someone asked me why I believed what I did, and I didn't have a good answer. As a matter of fact, I had a bad answer. But that single moment launched me into a journey of seeking for Truth and a foundation that was unmovable. It transformed my entire life and has allowed me to weather the storms and still remain absolutely confident and steadfast in the promises of God's Word. I'd be honored if you'd listen!

No one is coming to build the life of our dreams for us. Nobody is coming to fix our problems and help us thrive - and nobody else can want the best life for us, we have to want it for ourselves. Join me in today's episode as I talk through challenges, unexpected hurdles, unwanted growth, and the wonderful opportunity we each have to decide to bring our big dreams to life.

Today's episode was literally years in the making - you don't want to miss it! My husband and I shared some of life's hard-earned lessons about what it means to simply exist, or to truly live in the fullness that we are created for. This is well worth your time, and I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed recording it together.

Today's episode is really transparent and personal with my struggle with pride - and how we have to make a decision to settle, or to call it out and recognize that we can grow, become more like Christ, and embrace the journey of becoming who God calls us to be with all its ups and downs. So listen in and my prayer is that it will be a blessing and encouragment!