Weeds Seeds & Beautiful Things

Special guest, Mischelle Saunders Gottsch, from the Altered Stories Podcast and ministry joins me for a very wonderful episode. 

I haven’t known Mischelle for long, but it doesn’t take more than a moment after meeting her to know she’s special. Her ministry is far reaching and her heart for the Lord is just as big. 

I’ve found it very encouraging to meet so many wonderful women of faith who show true humility and dependence on God. Mischelle’s ministry is a collection of testimonies, which she calls God stories. Every story points to the truth: God is with us and with God there’s always hope. 

I believe you will find this podcast to be a breath of fresh air and very useful as a tool to encourage your faith. Mischelle is an ordinary woman who, through continuous surrendering, the Lord has used in a mighty way. 

I want you to know how much Jesus loves you. He loves you so so much. Just as you are, right now. I hope that you will continue to seek the truth that is available through knowing Him. 

Reach out if you need prayer or have a question about your faith. I’d love to be a listening ear. 
Thanks for listening to the Weeds Seeds and Beautiful Things podcast. I hope you will share it with your family and friends. 

You can find Mischelle, and her ministry, Altered Stories, on social media and wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts (links below). I hope you too, will go listen, subscribe, and share her wonderful stories of hope and redemption. 

Facebook: Mischelle Saunders-Gottsch
Instagram: mischelle_s_gottsch
Podcast link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lori-anns-divine-detour-god-story/id1451439732?i=1000612179843

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Special guest, Misty Phillips, CEO of Spark Media

Misty Phillip is an incredible woman! So talented in so many ways. 

God is using her and her heart for people to further his kingdom in many wonderful and diverse ways. 

Misty, is a mom, wife, fashionista, lover of Christ, and people. You will ALWAYS find her with a great hat, or two! I was surprised by her humility and personable nature when I spoke with her. 

She is a genuinely kind and person whose heart has stayed snuggled up with the Lord even as she has catapulted into success. 

I’ve heard it said, that failure is easier to handle than success. I believe that’s true. We need extra caution and preparation to be mature enough to handle God-given success. 

All glory is God’s, and we as humans really struggle to keep the main thing, the main thing. 

Misty, is the CEO of Spark Media, the By His Grace & Spark Influence Podcast on KHCB Radio, and an award winning author, of, The Struggle is Real but So is God Bible Study. 

Misty uses her natural ability to draw people together by helping faith based podcasters become equipped to face the ever changing world of technology and podcasting. 

She assists us both in staying afloat, by providing practical tools, teachings, and mastermind groups, as well as, encouraging and uplifting fellow podcasters. 

She is a seasoned entrepreneur whose awesome husband is right by her side. Together, they are calling the world of faith based podcasting and podcasters to stand up, stand out, and be a voice of hope in this present darkness. 

Two of my favorite quotes from Misty…

1.) Stay grounded in the Word, flat on your face. 

2.) Be faithful wherever God has you and pray all along the way. 

You can find Misty on all your favorite platforms! Be sure to check out, and sign up for Spark!

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Happy Friday! Last week, we got to hear an incredible account of how the Gospel message fits into our human struggle with depression. My friend, Steven, who is the host, of, The Nook Podcast, came on and shared about his struggle with clinical depression. Not only was it eye opening, but, encouraging. 

Today, with great honor, and permission, Steven, has allowed me to share an episode of his that took place during a rock bottom experience with his depression.  This is a beautiful portrayal of the human experience during a season of deep struggle. Not only that, it is a picture of the suffering and struggling Christian. A picture that is too often avoided, ignored, and not addressed.

We want to separate Christianity from hardship and prolonged sorrow. We want to believe that following Jesus means no more assaults on our souls, but in truth, the God we serve, does allow pain and sorrow in His children’s lives. Along with this hard reality, we have hope! An unending hope, one that promises the faithful presence of God during every moment of our time below the dark waters. 

Steven, is a remarkable man. I was bolstered so much by speaking with him. He also addresses the stigma surrounding mental illness. This is an episode you will not want to miss. 

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Steven Murphy, Depression and the Christ Follower

Today, I have a very special guest episode to share with you. Steven Murphy, fellow brother-in-Christ, podcaster, and advocate for those who struggle with depression, joins me to discuss the darkness of depression and the hope of Christ. 

Steven, hosts, The Nook Podcast, the title stems from an interesting story…. So be sure to listen!

Steven Murphy is a believer in Christ, love Him fully, is dedicated to the work of the kingdom, but has not been fully delivered from his own personal struggles with depression and its havoc. 

He candidly, and vulnerably shares how he has come to terms with loving God and remaining faithful, while lacking a total healing. Steven’s story will compel you to face your own questions about the faithfulness of God while suffering remains. 

Steven will help us to value our weakness, even when they are mental ones that challenge our everyday functionality.

Be sure to share this episode and follow The Nook Podcast!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirty-little-secret-part-2-the-reaction/id1548306594?i=1000609445543

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Friends, the special guests just keep coming! 

Boy! Has God blessed me this past couple months with some amazing testimony’s and new friendships. 

Today, I get the privilege of sharing an interview I did with Lana Scroggins. 

Lana’s story is one of radical faith, the kind that Just’s steps out in total trust even the situation is dark, along with the personal hand of God taking care of every detail. 

Lana is also a podcaster, artist, author, and speaker. She can be found on the web at https://givingjesus.com. Her podcast can be found on her website as well. 

Lana shared with us the pain of homelessness and financial distress. She is honest about how she lived when she had nothing and kept hope. 

She has an undying love for God and helps us to understand the courage it takes to follow Him, especially when things look impossible. 

God has an unlimited range of using anything to bring together His will and desire for our lives. 

Control is an illusion that we often fall prey to. We believe we can control things, or need too. We fall into the wrong thinking that we can manipulate God or His will. When things get hard we find it so easy to blame, question, and threaten to quit. 

One thing I am thankful for (and there’s a lot) is the testimonies of the faithful. Both, in scripture, from the past, and today. Stories of hardship and despair told by those who know God and chose, despite their sorrow, to hold onto the truth is SO ENCOURAGING. 

Let this episode refresh and enliven your trust and confidence on Jesus. He has a good plan for your life and loves you! That cannot ever change. 

“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.”
‭‭James‬ ‭1‬:‭17‬ ‭ESV‬‬ 

God is forever, only good. 
Hope walks on, no matter what.

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Don’t Stay Stuck!

Today on the show, I have a special friend on air with me. Her name is, Crystal Loyd. She has quite a compelling testimony. Crystal came on the show and shared her story; years of sexual abuse, trauma, family lies, and the goodness of God. 

It’s funny how often the goodness of God is associated right there in the midst of the terrible. Testimony after testimony, there it is again. His goodness right in the center of our mess. 

Ask anyone who is a hardcore Jesus lover, they will say the same thing. God is good. He never left me. He had His hand on me and my life. 

Crystal’s life is a resounding picture of the staying power of our Heavenly Father. She tells us of running from God and His hot pursuit. 

Crystal shares how she kept her running shoes close by as she walked with Him. Do you do this? Trust Him a little but always have a backup plan? I know this is a struggle for me as I try to grow up with the Lord. 

Trust requires a letting go and an embrace of the unknown. Trust says, we can’t rely on feelings in the place of truth. That we must choose to place our life, needs, heart, and all else into the hands of God. That is, and can be, very frightening. Crystal explains this struggle well. She has empathy and understanding of the fear that often accompanies our faith. 

Friend, if you are feeling defeated by your past and hopeless regarding your future, what do you have to lose??

Tune in, to the, Weeds Seeds and Beautiful Things Podcast to be encouraged and exhorted to live submitted to God, even though there is a big cost. 

There will never be a perfect time to trust in God. Nor, will there ever be a you that’s fully ready. But God! He is always ready to work and able to do! He doesn’t need you to be “ready” He only asks that you come. 

You are loved and cared about. Maybe you haven’t experienced that from your family or peers like you should have. Maybe you feel alone, defeated, or without help. God, will not ever leave you or forsake you, and He loves you. 

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Be sure to connect with Crystal Loyd! You can find her on Instagram @crystalloyd2, and on the web at crystalloyd.com. 

Crystal also has a podcast! Listen to it on your favorite podcast platform! 

Gather Around the Table

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/robin-henson/id1663627051?i=1000602727316

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God’s Plan for Living 
With special guest, Matt Tommey.

Matt Tommey joins the Weeds Seeds and Beautiful Things Podcast with a incredible message. 

Matt is an artist, speaker, and author, of the new book, “God’s Plan for Living, a simple roadmap to your ideal kingdom life”. 
**You can preorder this book on Amazon. 

Matt Tommey’s story is inspiring. He has walked through some very dark and painful valleys throughout his life. Yet, in all this, God has kept him and shown himself as deliverer. 

Matt has experienced sexual abuse, identity issues, anxiety, and depression. Through a time of job loss, Matt found God’s best plan for his life. 

Losing your job and finding the best usually don’t go together. When we are dealing with God, the impossible is the best place for his provision. 

My guest, Matt, speaks from a place of experience and empathy for others. He delights in using his god-given gifts to bless and equip others. 

Join me, today as we discuss and celebrate what God wants to do in your life. 

Follow Matt Tommey at www.matttommeymentoring.com. 

**Don’t forget to preorder the new book:
God’s Plan for Living, on Amazon.

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You have come so far!

Hello friends! Happy Saturday night. I apologize for the late upload, but I got quite sick this week and my son, who is my editor, had a last minute engagement. 

Today, on the podcast, we are going to take a step back from our up close and personal view of our lives. This view can become suffocating when we stay in it for too long. As the old adage goes, you can’t see the forest for the trees. 

This is true with life as well. We can lose sight of how far we have actually come, the blessings that are present, and the continuous hand of our good God that has been upon us. 

As we take a step back we will become freshly encouraged. Our spirits will be lifted as we renew our focus and see clearly the goodness of God. 

Things can be hard but good. Our goals and progress can take a long time but every little step matters. 

In the thick of it God is with you. Always working behind the scenes. Let’s be encouraged and carry on with great hope.

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You don’t have to try. 

Do you ever feel like nothing you do makes a difference? Like you cannot seem to get ahead? You can’t stop that bad habit or say no to that thing that you shouldn’t do? 

We can also feel the weight of our inability inside our relationship with Christ. We reason, God must, at most, be disgusted with me, and at best, think I’m a loser. He certainly doesn’t like me as I am, or dare I say, love me. 

How could He??

We think we have to work really hard at being a “good” Christian. We have to “do” something to get any potential help or favors from God. 

Friends, I’m learning a true truth! One that’s 😱😃 not new, but new to me and life changing! 

You, and I, DON’T have to work, try, or do anything to have all the grace and mercy of God always be there for us! Yep, I know! It’s great! You might be thinking, that can’t be right? I have to try in my walk with God. I have to do stuff. 

And, yes, we should “try”, but our attempts to try and walk with the Lord will always follow after His pursuit of us and our response to Him calling us. Doing things is a byproduct of loving God, not a necessity to our position in Christ, through salvation. If we could ever do anything to effect our salvation then we wouldn’t need God. We can’t do anything that will affect our position in Christ once we are saved. Absolutely nothing. Nothing good and nothing bad. 

What a miracle this is! We can’t ever change our position in Christ, nor His thoughts toward us. That is the definition of security. 

So, you my friend can rest in this security. This true truth. 

Follow along with me as we discuss the amazing love the Father has for us who believe. This truth will effect every part of our lives, enabling us to walk securely in the love of Christ as we face this difficult life, day by day. 

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How does faith work and affect our lives?

Well, that’s a loaded question if there ever was one. And, I assure you, I don’t have all the answers. I may not even have much of any answers at all. I do know, however, that faith is a real thing, it works, and it can get stronger. 

Faith, is one of the many gifts of God to us. It‘s typically is childlike in its beginnings. Especially, when we are young and semi untainted by this world and it’s harshness. Then it’s very easy for it to get cynical and crusty as we get older and the storms of life have hammered us a bit. How can we get and keep the childlike faith of our youth? One that resembles freedom through the radicalized belief in good and safety, while establishing the strong tethered anchor to truth over feelings and momentary desires? 

God says in His word, the Bible, that our faith needs to be tested to grow, has the ability to move mountains, causes us to not only please our Heavenly Father, but enables us to walk in close fellowship with Him. Faith is like a gateway that is always there but we must choose to “act” which is obedience, and walk through it. We can’t stand there and say we have faith while life, emotions, self, and the gamut of other things hits us. Faith needs to be an active part of our life, not a stationary statement we say. Anyone can say, I have faith! And, by the way, many do. But, real faith is so much more than a tagline or even a battle cry. 

Real faith is a hard core belief and action in response to the truth of God and His word. It is not easy to strengthen our faith but worth doing. God gave us the Holy Spirit, who is our helper. He intercedes for us and walks with us through trials designed specifically to strengthen us. 

How faith works and affects our life go hand in hand. Like building blocks. You can’t have one without the other. 

Join me today as we talk deeply about faith. How faith works and how faith affects our life. 

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