Water with Lemon

Alli Worthington joins me on the podcast to consider the phrase “Great woman of God.” Her time on the podcast along with her new book, Standing Strong, remind us God wants to partner with us-- that His love isn’t distant or unattainable, but paid for by the Son and sealed by the Spirit. She urges us to connect our knowledge of God with our love for Him and relationship with Him; He is not a distant dictator but a loving and perfect Father.

A little bit about the guest:

Alli Worthington is a wife and mom of five sons. She lives outside of Nashville in a loud, messy, testosterone-filled house with the only golden retriever who refuses to retrieve. She is a coach who is obsessed with helping women be more successful in their careers, businesses, and entrepreneurial pursuits. She hosts the Alli Worthington Show, a weekly podcast featuring friends she wants to learn from, as well as coaching time where she answers listener questions about life, faith, and business. As an Enneagram 7, she believes in having adventures and making fun memories!

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Standing Strong by Alli Worthington

Alli is reading American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins and Something in the Water by Catherine Steadman. She heads to the movie theater to watch Tenet and The Personal History of David Copperfield.  She is being refreshed by relaxing in the midst of a busy season.

Noteworthy quotes:

“In each season of life, God calls us to something new.” - 5:52

“...He does want to partner with us. I think sometimes we forget that God created so much of the world to work in partnership. He exists in partnership: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And [...] everything that gets done in this world is with a partnership with Him.” - 8:41

Questions for consideration:

Alli Worthington joins me on the podcast to consider the phrase “Great woman of God.” Her time on the podcast along with her new book, Standing Strong, remind us God wants to partner with us-- that His love isn’t distant and unattainable, but paid for by the Son and sealed by the Spirit. She urges us to connect our knowledge of God with our love for Him and relationship with Him; He is not a distant dictator but a loving and perfect Father.

A little bit about the guest:

Alli Worthington is a wife and mom of five sons. She lives outside of Nashville in a loud, messy, testosterone-filled house with the only golden retriever who refuses to retrieve. She is a coach who is obsessed with helping women be more successful in their careers, businesses, and entrepreneurial pursuits. She hosts the Alli Worthington Show, a weekly podcast featuring friends she wants to learn from, as well as coaching time where she answers listener questions about life, faith, and business. As an Enneagram 7, she believes in having adventures and making fun memories!

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Standing Strong by Alli Worthington

Alli is reading American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins and Something in the Water by Catherine Steadman. She heads to the movie theater to watch Tenet and The Personal History of David Copperfield.  She is being refreshed by relaxing in the midst of a busy season.

Noteworthy quotes:

“In each season of life, God calls us to something new.” - 5:52

“...He does want to partner with us. I think sometimes we forget that God created so much of the world to work in partnership. He exists in partnership: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And [...] everything that gets done in this world is with a partnership with Him.” - 8:41

Questions for consideration:

Chrystal Evans Hurst joins me on the podcast to discuss walking in the Spirit. The author of The 28-Day Prayer Journey, Chrystal emphasizes how important it is to be in constant connection with the Lord and she gives practical tips to practice that connection. I pray her conviction and faithfulness to pray inspires you to pray without ceasing.

A little bit about the guest:

Chrystal Hurst is an energetic, fun-loving “girl-next-door” who loves to encourage other women in fulfilling their full potential in Christ.

Chrystal is a gifted soloist and speaker. The eldest child of Dr. Tony and Lois Evans, the Word of God has surrounded her for her entire life. As a member of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship, Chrystal serves by leading the congregation during the time of praise and worship. She also loves to share and encourage women with a heart to inspire them towards a deeper relationship with the Lord.

Chrystal is a writer. She has blogged for years to chronicle the journey of her family and her faith.

Most importantly, Chrystal is a dedicated wife and mother of five and serves as the COO (Chief Operating Officer) of the Hurst household. Chrystal and her husband, Jessie reside in a small town just outside of Dallas, Texas.

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The 28-Day Prayer Journey by Chrystal Evans Hurst

Chrystal is reading books on forgiveness to aid in writing her new book. She is being refreshed by chatting with people at the picnic table on her front lawn.

Noteworthy quotes:

“When you realize there’s this open line of communication between you and God-- and you’re using it-- it changes the way you see your day and how you operate in it.” - 10:29

“The God who created everything is saying, ‘come talk to me’.” - 15:40

“One of the ways I can be-- be still and be at rest-- is to be in conversation with God.” - 20:10

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KJ Ramsey joins me on the podcast to discuss suffering and suffering well. She opens up space for us to really embrace our feelings with the purpose of feeling the Lord’s comfort and remembering that Jesus Christ is always with us.

A little bit about the guest:

Writer + Therapist. Recovering idealist. Lover of the Church. Autoimmune patient. Wife to Ryan. Beauty hunter. Quirky. Enneagram 4w5. Joy seeker. Always united to Christ.

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This Too Shall Last by KJ Ramsey

The Anatomy of the Soul by Curt Thompson, M.D.

The Soul of Shame by Curt Thompson, M.D.

KJ Ramsey is reading The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead and Under the Unpredictable Plant by Eugene Peterson.  She is being refreshed by her dog, Merton!

Noteworthy quotes:

“The moments where we sense our lack of control are the very moments that God is inviting us to know His comforting presence.” - 7:05

“Behavior and beliefs are merely the surface of the soul and there is a deeper place that God wants us to go where we will be most shaped into our truest selves-- hidden with Christ in God-- and that requires a cultivation of space for authentic, vulnerable relationship.” - 10:35

Questions for consideration:

Jennifer Fulwiler, author of Your Blue Flame, joins me to talk about doing what makes you feel alive. After ending her steady career to pursue her passion of standup comedy, Jennifer encourages others that the energy is there and it’s worth the risk to pursue what you love.

A little bit about the guest:

Jennifer Fulwiler is a standup comic, the host of a daily talk show on SiriusXM, and the mom of six kids. She’s the author of the bestselling memoirs Something Other than God and One Beautiful Dream. After being told that there wasn’t an audience for standup comedy done by a minivan-driving woman from the suburbs, she self-produced her own tour, which is selling out venues across the country. Follow her on Instagram at @JenniferFulwiler.

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Your Blue Flame: Drop the Guilt and Do What Makes You Feel Alive by Jennifer Fulweiler

Jennifer is watching encouraging and positive videos. She is being refreshed by the creativity and joy found on Tik Tok.

Noteworthy quotes:

“Don’t ever doubt that you do have a purpose.” 10:41

“I wish I had felt more freedom to truly embrace who I really am.” 20:28

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Today I get to talk with Erin Weidemann, five-time cancer survivor and co-founder of Truth Becomes Her, about true worth. She describes how God used her journey through her 20’s to convict and re-prioritize her heart. In the midst of a cancer diagnosis and drastic career change, Erin found freedom and worth in obedience to God’s plan for her life.

A little bit about the guest:

Erin Weidemann is a sought-after homeschool consultant, certified teacher, coach, and nationally-recognized speaker. Erin’s personal mission is to shift the conversation around feminine values from being beauty-driven, to a focus on inherent worth. She is the author of eight books, including the best-selling Bible Belles series, The Adventures of Rooney Cruz. Erin is a five-time cancer survivor, and lives and homeschools in San Diego, CA with her husband, Brent, and their daughter, Rooney.

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Truth Becomes Her

Bible Belles

Erin is reading The Treasure Principle by Randy Alcorn, and watching 13 and other documentaries. She’s being refreshed by the drive to and spending time in Montana, and barre exercises.

Noteworthy quote:

“The miracle of my life is not the cancer - that’s like the second most amazing miracle.  The first one is the heart transformation; like God took an angry, insecure, selfish person who was wasting her life and he completely changed her and woke her up and only his grace can do that.” - 30:09

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Shari Rigby sits down to talk with us about finding God’s plan for our lives. With a huge heart for women, Shari discusses her move to Hollywood, introduction into the entertainment industry, and how God used her to minister to the women around her.  She encourages us to dive into the Word and seek the Lord above all the things this world has to offer.

A little bit about the guest:

Shari Rigby is an actress, director, producer, author and inspirational speaker. She is best known as one of the leading actresses in faith and family inspirational entertainment for her roles in Overcomer, October Baby, The Least of These, Not Today and Wildflower. Outspoken and passionate about her faith and family, Shari continues to thrive in the entertainment industry as a role model and mentor to women of all ages through her ministry, The Women In My World. Shari and her husband, Matt, have been married for twenty-three years and have been blessed to raise two boys together.

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Consider the Lilies: Get Rooted in Your Destiny by Discovering God’s Plan by Shari Rigby

The Women In My World

Shari is reading books on screenwriting,  listening to podcasts on the entertainment world, watching classic movies and shows. She’s being refreshed by not wearing make-up, getting outside, and catching up on sleep!

Noteworthy quotes:

“Stop looking to the world for all these false narratives that have been put out there; stop thinking you have to be so passionate.  You’ve got to get right, first, who the passion is and who the purpose is and then he can put us in a place to use us.” - 10:17

“Reflect, refresh, and refocus.” - 24:59

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Dr. Derwin Gray joins me on the podcast to discuss biblical happiness and encourage our generation in our steps toward racial reconciliation. He discusses how his childhood, football, and his time at BYU changed his life and prepared him for the role he plays at his church and in our society. His definition of biblical happiness counters what we might typically think it means to be happy and it challenges our self-centered, unfulfilling goals of happiness.

A little bit about the guest:

Dr. Derwin L. Gray is the founding and lead pastor of Transformation Church. TC is a multiethnic, multigenerational, mission-shaped community that loves God completely (Upward), ourselves correctly (Inward), and our neighbors compassionately (Outward) located in Indian Land, South Carolina, just south of Charlotte, North Carolina. His latest book, The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches About Finding True Happiness releases on June 2nd.

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The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches About Finding True Happiness by Derwin Gray

Transformation Church

Pastor Derwin is reading N.T. Wright, watching The Last Kingdom, and is refreshed by fishing on his sabbath day

Noteworthy quotes:

“Jesus is saying, ‘Hey, build your life on a firm foundation so that when the wind and the rain and the storms come you won’t fall down.’“ - 5:11

“Why is the club diverse but Jesus’ club not diverse and why is racism so taboo in the church?” - 14:23

“We’re no longer dependent upon circumstances to bring us fleeting happiness but instead we have the eternal God who’s always shaping us and molding us and transforming us.“ - 22:43

Questions for consideration:

Christine Carter joins me to talk about her journey to becoming who God made her to be and accepting herself as God made her to be. She is spunky and full of joy and I pray our conversation inspires you to embrace yourself and God-given gifts rather than getting stuck on seeking behaviors.  Furthermore, I hope the conversation leaves you feeling enlightened and hopeful.

A little bit about the guest:

Christine Carter is the founder and CEO of Weight Loss Hero based in Frisco, Texas. Through her business she coaches people looking to sustain a healthier lifestyle. Her own 150-pound weight-loss journey has been highlighted on multiple media sites, including FitnessMagazine.com, TheTodayShow.com, and PopCulture.com. Christine encourages her Weight Loss Hero tribe daily and teaches from the core principle that in order to achieve lasting change in your body you must first transform your mind.

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Weight Loss Hero by Christine Carter

You are Already Amazing by Holley Gurth

You are Going to Be OK by Holley Gurth

Relationship Goals Podcast with Mike Todd

Christine feels refreshed when she sits on her deck in her swing chair and reads or unplugs, she goes on daily walks with her dogs, and takes a daily bubble bath!

Noteworthy quotes:

“The problem was I wanted to manipulate my circumstances, but I didn’t want to look inward and I didn’t want to change me” - 7:37

“I wish I knew how valuable I really was. I wish that I knew that I could show up unapologetically as myself...” - 26:06

Questions for consideration:

Melissa Wilkins joins me on the podcast to remind twenty-somethings that we were made with intention and purpose by a creator who loves us endlessly.  She gives us permission to love ourselves and let go of negative self-talk and guilt.  I hope you find encouragement and enlightenment through our conversation.

A little bit about the guest:

Melissa Camara Wilkins is the author of Permission Granted: Be Who You Were Made to Be and Let Go of The Rest. Melissa is also an award-winning blogger, speaker, and the host of an online community focused on giving ourselves permission to be who we really are. She lives with her husband and six kids in Southern California. Connect with Melissa at melissacamarawilkins.com.

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Permission Granted: Be Who You Were Made to Be and Let Go of the Rest by Melissa Wilkins

Melissa is reading books from her local library and listening to personal growth and entrepreneurial podcasts.

What’s Refreshing:

Rain in southern California and a fresh start in a new home.

Noteworthy quotes:

“If this is how I was made to be, it’s gotta be OK.” - 4:48

“I tended to think if something was hard that meant something had gone wrong [...] and that’s not actually true!“ - 18:03

Questions for consideration: