Water with Lemon

Kait Warman joins us on the podcast to deep dive into rejection. She tells her story of rejection and gives coping methods to help grieve the hurt. She encourages us to live into the mourning that comes along with rejection so  we can move forward and live into God’s best.

A little bit about the guest:

Kait Warman is an inspirational speaker, a popular relationship coach, and the host of The Heart of Dating podcast. She helps thousands of men and women on their journeys through the conversations on her podcast, social media platforms, one-on-one relationship coaching, and online courses. She lives in the Los Angeles area and loves sunshine, walks, Jesus, and listening to Celine Dion.

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Thank You For Rejecting Me by Kait Warman

Kait is reading The Duke and I by Julia Quinn and Burnout by Emily Nagoski PhD; and she’s watching Bridgerton and Soul. She is being refreshed by daily walks.

Noteworthy quotes:

“[God] does reveal new plans for our lives through time.” - 21:17

“God will redeem your story: He will strengthen you, he will show you more about yourself, he will show you more about Him, and [...] He will redirect you to something else.“ 24:14

“We can trust the character of God.” 25:38

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Hannah Brencher joins me on the pod to talk about habits of slowness and cultivating routine time with the Lord. She gives practical tips to tackle the lies we tell ourselves, contain our social media habits, and embrace the “secret hours.” If you struggle with busyness, I pray the Holy Spirit would use Hannah’s words to draw you to himself through rest.

A little bit about the guest:

Hannah Brencher is the author of Fighting Forward, a blogger, TED speaker and entrepreneur. She founded The World Needs More Love Letters, a global community dedicated to sending letter bundles to those who need encouragement. Named as one of the White House’s “Women Working to Do Good” and a spokesperson for the United States Postal Service, Hannah has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Oprah, Glamour, USATODAY.com, the Chicago Tribune and more. Find Hannah at hannahbrencher.com.

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Fighting Forward by Hannah Brencher

Hannah is reading The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins and Tell it Slant by Eugene Peterson and she’s listening to the Crime Junkie podcast.  She is being refreshed by cultivating habits of slowness.

Noteworthy quotes:

“We have to be able to put our devices and distractions down and bring into the world what we are called to bring into the world.“ - 8:02

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Cimber joins me on the podcast to chat about opportunities for faith and opportunities to make Christ known in our daily lives. She reminds us of the hope we have in Christ, even in 2020, and encourages us to share that hope with others. As this year comes to a close, I hope the Holy Spirit uses our conversation to guide reflection on the Lord’s faithfulness this past year.

A little bit about the guest:

Cimber is an author, speaker, college ministry director, and guac enthusiast based out of East Texas. She considers discipleship to be her calling, but dessert to be her pastime. She spends her days ministering to young women, discipling and teaching young adults, eating and traveling, binge-watching shows about eating and traveling, and running (because of all the eating). Her debut book, twenty something, celebrates stories of faith, fun, freedom, and the discovery so synonymous with the decade of our twenties.

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Twenty Something by Cimber Cummings

Cimber is re-reading her own book, watching The Crown, and listening to Maverick City Christmas.  She is being refreshed by Texas weather and being outside.

Noteworthy quotes:

“I think the Lord really entrusted us with a lot of opportunities for faith in this season because it was so abnormal.” 5:37

“When we enter into a life with Christ it does require daily provision and us constantly coming back to Him.“ 6:49

“In a world that’s constantly calling us to be more and more and more, Christ calls us to, actually, be less.” 21:37

“In our twenties, so often, we’re more consumed with the end game and the end result and the goal, but I think God’s a lot more concerned with the path that we’re taking and the journey that we’re on.” 26:36

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Singer-songwriter, Caroline Cobb, joins me on the podcast to discuss longing with hope: waiting for Christ’s return while enjoying the common graces on this side of eternity. Caroline loves to share the story of scripture through her music and hopes to make it accessible to people throughout their daily lives. During her time on the podcast, she encourages us to yearn for Christ’s return and set our hope in Him. Her love for the Lord and passion for His word is radiant.

A little bit about the guest:

Before her thirtieth birthday, singer-songwriter Caroline Cobb set a goal to write a song for every book of the Bible in one year. That year set in motion a passion to tell the stories of scripture through music, with creativity and faithfulness. Caroline’s forthcoming album, A Seed, A Sunrise, explores the longing hope of Advent, the joy of Christmas, and the anticipation of Christ’s return. Produced by Isaac Wardell (Josh Garells, Sandra McCracken) and featuring gospel trio Resound and a fourteen-piece string orchestra, the new album builds on Caroline’s previous work the Blood + the Breath (2013) and a Home & a Hunger (2017). Both trace a theme from creation to Christ’s return, with every song parachuting into a different biblical scene.

Caroline has been featured by The Gospel Coalition, Doxology & Theology, Risen Motherhood and many more, with a Home & a Hunger named among “The Best Albums of the 2010s” by The Gospel Coalition. She and her husband live in Dallas, TX with their three children Ellie, Harrison and Libby.

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A Seed, A Sunrise: Advent to Christmas Songs

Caroline Cobb

Behold the Lamb of God by Andrew Peterson

Book of Common Prayer Lectionary

Caroline is reading Gentle and Lowly by Dane C. Ortlund and the Wingfeather Saga by Andrew Peterson; she’s watching Elf, the Crown and The Mandalorian; and she’s listening to Andrew Peterson, Sandra McCracken, and NeedtoBreathe.  She is being refreshed by spending time in nature, women’s Bible study, and breaks from social media.

Noteworthy quotes:

“When you know the end of the story, all of the messy middle makes a lot more sense and there’s a lot more hope when things are hard. “ 5:36

“We’re so quick to rush to the warm fuzziness of Christmas, but I think that God has called us, also, to long for Him to return.” 6:32

“What we really need is not a vaccine or certain president; what we really need is Christ.” 21:22

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Scott Erickson joins us to discuss resting in the Lord through awe and wonder. Scott notes that our vulnerabilities and weaknesses are points of reference for God’s almighty power and majesty.  He addresses the busyness of life and encourages us to make time to quiet our souls, seek, and remember the Lord. I pray my conversation with Scott echoes the psalmist as he says, “oh, magnify the Lord with me, / and let us exalt his name together!” (Psalm 34:3)

A little bit about the guest:

Scott Erickson is a touring painter, performance storyteller, and creative curate who mixes autobiography, biblical narrative, and visual aesthetics that speak to our deepest experiences. Scott and his wife, Holly, live with their three children in Austin, TX.

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Honest Advent: Awakening to the Wonder of God by Scott Erickson

Audiobook Sample of Honest Advent

Scott is reading A Very Punchable Face by Colin Jost and listening to Kacey Musgraves. He is being refreshed by swimming laps in Barton Springs.

Noteworthy quotes:

“Spirituality is not about getting God’s attention. Spirituality is about awakening to the work and voice of God already in your life.” 24:05

Questions for consideration:

Sarah Martin is back on the podcast to shed some light on living with a biblical worldview. It is so easy to get wrapped up in the hopelessness of our day, but Sarah encourages us to look up and live out of the hope we have in Christ. Her burden for twenty-somethings is that we would not be deceived by schemes of the enemy and that we would boldly and eagerly pray for restoration and redemption to God’s original design for this broken world. She reminds us that we can’t go to the Bible to learn more about ourselves and our story, but how we fit into God’s story. I’d love to know what questions arise from listening to this episode! Send me a message on Instagram or [email protected]. I hope Sarah’s reminders are refreshing to your soul today!

A little bit about the guest:

Sarah Martin is a wife, mom, friend, speaker, author, and wanna be artist. For over ten years in ministry, her life mission is to help women create space to see God move in their soul with an invitation to awaken to God's wonder & a vibrant life in His presence. Sarah is the author of the books, Just RISE UP! and Stress Point and enjoys traveling all over the country to serve women at retreats and conferences. When she is not typing away at her laptop, you can find Sarah on date nights with her husband, shooting hoops with her son, or making a mess in her art room. Read more from Sarah on Instagram at @sarahfmartin

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CHECK OUT SARAH'S PRAYER GUIDE!!!

The Vibrant Life: Revival Ready

Noteworthy quotes:

“We make scripture the foundation that we live on, led by the Holy Spirit, for the love of the father, because of the cross.” - 6:20

“We must be grounded in truth.” - 12:42

“The Bible is not a bunch of [shoulds]. It’s an invitation to God’s best.” - 15:43

“I don’t know about you, but I’ve read Revelation- Jesus wins.” - 22:20

Questions for consideration:

Please let me know what questions arise from this episode either through email, Instagram DM, etc. I want to hear what you are still wondering/are confused about in this crazy world we are living in and how it all fits in with God's story. 

Lauren Kinney joins me to discuss the Lord's delight in our obedience and overcoming the fear that comes along with obedience. She addresses her early college years and how they emphasize the importance of sharing our stories. She encourages us that God never stops redeeming our stories and His light shines brighter when we share our stories.

A little bit about the guest:

Lauren Kinney is an author, blogger, and speaker based in Arlington, Texas. She enjoys dancing at concerts, watching baseball, and playing with her labradoodle.

To say hi or share your story, connect with her on Instagram @laurennkinney or at thelaurenkinney.com

Looking to grow your faith this year? Download your free 5 day devotional at thelaurenkinney.com.

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Unshakeable by Lauren Kinney

Lauren is reading Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb and watching The Social Dilemma. She is being refreshed by postseason baseball, kayaking, and Peloton workout classes.

Noteworthy quotes:

“God’s voice is one you can trust” - 7:11

“At the end of the day, I think God just wants faithful obedience and he delights when we say yes.” - 27:27

Questions for consideration:

Jared Byas joins me to discuss “speaking the truth in love” as Paul writes in Ephesians 4:15. He reminds us that telling the truth in love is not just giving our opinion and calling it truth, but rather earning people’s respect by bearing their burdens alongside them. Jared’s message is timely in a moment that seems partisan and divided. He reminds us to look up, that our hope is not found in agreements or the favor of man, but in Jesus’ return.

A little bit about the guest:

Jared Byas is co-host of the popular podcast The Bible for Normal People and co-author of the book Genesis for Normal People. As a former teaching pastor and professor of Philosophy & Biblical Studies, he speaks regularly on the Bible, truth, creativity, wisdom, and the Christian faith. He and his wife, Sarah, live outside Philadelphia, PA with their four children, Augustine, Tov, Elletheia, and Exodus. Connect with Jared at jaredbyas.com.

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Love Matters More

The Bible for Normal People

Jared is reading Drew Hart’s Trouble I’ve Seen; watching The Last Dance; and listening to the podcasts, Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard and Revisionist History by Malcom Gladwell.  He is being refreshed by Taco Tuesday, playing basketball everyday with the kids, and the slower life.

Noteworthy quotes:

“Whatever it means, to speak the truth in love, we can’t separate it- we can’t divorce it from being humble, gentle, patient, bearing our burdens, bearing others’ burdens.” - 8:48

“It’s countercultural to say ‘love matters more.’” - 11:32

“I like to say we come to relationships not with a sword, but with a towel and basin.” - 11:43

Questions for consideration:

Sheila Walsh joins me on the podcast to talk about prayer and the Lord’s desire to be in conversation with his people. She gives us a sneak peek of her book with practical examples of ways to slow down and seek after our Father. I pray you find our conversation a great reminder that God wants to talk with you!

A little bit about the guest:

From Scotland, Sheila is first a wife and mom and in her spare time she is an author, Bible teacher and television host. She has spoken around the world to over 6 million women and reaches a potential 100 million people daily as co-host of the Life Today television program.

Sheila loves to make the Bible practical, sharing how God met her at her lowest point and helped her to rise up again. Her message: God is for you!

Texas is her home where she lives with her husband, son and two little crazy dogs Tink and Maggie who rule the roost!

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Praying Women: How to Pray When You Don’t Know What to Say by Sheila Walsh

Sheila is reading about Elisabeth Elliot, watching The Great British Baking Show and Wheel of Fortune; and listening to Lewis Capaldi. She is being refreshed by her dogs, Tink and Maggie.

Noteworthy quotes:

“I think it’s when your faith is shaken and all the stuff that you think matter falls away and what you’re left with is this awesome, intimate relationship with a God who is extremely fond of us.” - 11:03

“You don’t need fancy words, you just need to show up.” - 16:56

Questions for consideration:

Sheila Walsh joins me on the podcast to talk about prayer and the Lord’s desire to be in conversation with his people. She gives us a sneak peek of her book with practical examples of ways to slow down and address our Father. I pray you find our conversation a great reminder that God wants to talk with you!

A little bit about the guest:

From Scotland, Sheila is first a wife and mom and in her spare time she is an author, Bible teacher and television host. She has spoken around the world to over 6 million women and reaches a potential 100 million people daily as co-host of the Life Today television program.

Sheila loves to make the Bible practical, sharing how God met her at her lowest point and helped her to rise up again. Her message: God is for you!

Texas is her home where she lives with her husband, son and two little crazy dogs Tink and Maggie who rule the roost!

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Praying Women: How to Pray When You Don’t Know What to Say by Sheila Walsh

Sheila is reading about Elisabeth Elliot, watching The Great British Baking Show and Wheel of Fortune; and listening to Lewis Capaldi. She is being refreshed by her dogs, Tink and Maggie.

Noteworthy quotes:

“I think it’s when your faith is shaken and all the stuff that you think matter falls away and what you’re left with is this awesome, intimate relationship with a God who is extremely fond of us.” - 11:03

“You don’t need fancy words, you just need to show up.” - 16:56

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