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Nov. 7, 2022

Episode 41: Raising Other People's Children with Debbie Ausburn

Debbie Ausburn is a social worker turned lawyer who has worked with youth-serving organizations for more than 40 years.  Starting in her teens, she hasserved as a camp counselor, juvenile court probation officer, group homeparent, criminal pros…

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Oct. 21, 2022

Episode 40: Embracing Abundant Life with Dr. Avis Sparks

Dr. Avis Sparks is a Christian writer and founder of A Spark Ministries, LLC, a ministry that provides encouraging, educational, and inspiring material for Christian believers. In addition, she hosts the podcast Embracing Abundant Life, sharing conv…

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Oct. 15, 2022

Episode 39: Finding Hope to Overcome with Dr. Mel

Mel Tavares has a unique background that makes her relatable to people from all walks of life.  Often when women mention a challenge, crisis, or trauma they’ve experienced, Mel is able to relate and minister because she has walked a simil…

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Sept. 30, 2022

Episode 38: Snark and Sensibility with Linda Wood Rondeau

Award-winning author, Linda Wood Rondeau writes stories that grip the heart, inspired by her nearly thirty years of social work. When not writing or speaking, she enjoys the occasional round of golf, visiting museums, and taking walks with h…

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Sept. 11, 2022

Episode 37: A Single Christian's Journey with Miracle Sims

Wife and Mother of One, Miracle Sims is a versatile talent! Since she received her Associate's Degree in theatre at Gordon College in 2006 she has been acting, writing, singing, and songwriting independently. She is currently the owner of sever…

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Aug. 27, 2022

Episode 36: Forever Hope with Donna Rudd Balsavich

Donna's testimony is incredible! She has endured so much loss and yet continues to give God praise! She has a positive outlook on life and has decided to wholeheartedly follow the Lord. I appreciated Donna's honesty. She admitted how she felt while …

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Aug. 12, 2022

Episode 35: Gifts with Grace with Nita Wilkinson

Gifts with Grace is a ministry that provides a safe and nurturing space for women who have suffered trauma to heal, connect and find their purpose. Nita Wilkinson, the visionary for this ministry, explains that Gifts with Grace provides bible study,…

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July 22, 2022

Episode 34: Kingdom Diversity with Rachel Hunka

Rachel gets it. She understands the importance of representation in ministry and how important it is for our ministries to reflect the communities we serve. She spoke of being part of a group that focuses on intentional diversity in ministry. What a…

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July 6, 2022

Episode 33: The Fruit of Forgiveness with Karin Thompson

This interview blew my mind. I mean, Karin talked about the abuse that she endured as a girl and the LEGACY that she will leave behind as a saved, Spirit-filled woman! I am so inspired and I hope you will be by listening to this episode.  Kari…

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June 22, 2022

Episode 32: We're Not Done Yet with Susan K. Macias

Susan Macias is wife to one, mother to seven, grandma to ten, and most importantly daughter of the One True King. She writes and speaks to build strength and courage in women to faithfully follow Jesus, serve their families, and build the Kingd…

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June 21, 2022

Episode 31: Embracing Transition with Jiselle Alleyne-Clement

Jiselle Alleyne-Clement is a professional of many hats. She is an Academic Librarian,Educator and Researcher. She received her MLIS in Library Science from DalhousieUniversity, Canada. She also holds an MA in Leadership Studies from the University o…

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May 15, 2022

Episode 30: Devotions During a Crisis with Sarah Nelson

Sarah, and her husband, Mark, live in Waco with their three children. Sarah is a Contributing Writer and Influencer for Waco Moms, https://thewacomoms.com/ an online parenting publication which is a part of the national network City …

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May 4, 2022

Episode 29: Graced Health with Amy Connell

What a refeshing conversation with Amy. Before our talk, I hadn't considered that my attitude about losing weight could possibly be unhealthy. Amy shared something that God told her one that set her on a path to a healthy realtionship with food, her…

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April 18, 2022

Episode 28: Live with Eternal Perspective with Terri Hitt

Terri lives with eternal perspective. She is not a stranger to tough times and heartache. Terri is candid about her life growing up, talks about the loss of her daugther but also how the Lord has brought so much joy into her life. Terri also shares …

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April 3, 2022

Episode 27: She Rises with Susan Vandenheuvel

Pastor Susan Vandenheuvel drops so many gems and jewels in this episode, it takes more than one listen to harvest it all! Our value and worth as individuals is found in Christ and no one else. I loved her advice to those who are looking to understan…

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March 16, 2022

Episode 26: Identifying, Overcomimg and Healing from Toxic Relationships with Katina Horton

Katina casually dropped nuggets about identifying toxic relationships. Some of us have experienced  being love bombed, controlled, and being pulled by the undertow of manipulation. Before you know it, you are deep in a relationship that you are…

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March 2, 2022

Episode 25: Living a Life in Perspective with Stephanie Feger

Stephanie shared some truly beautiful and vulnerable moments with us on this episode. One of my biggest take-aways is that in order to live in God's fullness, you have to trust Him. We know that, but do we live that? It's one thing to have head know…

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Feb. 15, 2022

Episode 24: Hope for Anxiety and OCD with Carrie Bock

Mental health is subject that ought to be front and center in the body of Christ. Stewarding our mental and emotional well being is congruent with being a child of God. I agree with Carrie that things are changing; there are ministries and churches …

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Feb. 2, 2022

Episode 23: Kingdom Connections with Blanch'e Dianah Male and Jennifer Elwood

When the topic of Kingdom Connections came up on this episode, Dianah dropped some serious nuggests regarding the types of connections that God provides for His people. She said that God provides Kingdom Connections in several categories: destiny co…

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Jan. 15, 2022

Episode 22: Unstick Your Mind with Mimika Cooney

We all have a choice. We can either give way to the mindset of victimization or we can submit to the Lord for His guidance and move forward in victory. Mimika Cooney, Christian Mindset Coach, shared some wisdom nuggests on this episode; I'm talking …

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Jan. 1, 2022

Episode 21: Do a New Thing with Christa Hutchins

I am praying that my conversation with Christa will encourage and motivate someone. I know that the Holy Spirit will lead those who need to hear this message to the episode. There were so many great take aways. What stood out to me the most was when…

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Dec. 19, 2021

Episode 20: You Can Make It with Dr. Leticia Starks-Underwood

Dr. Leticia Starks-Underwood is a woman who wears many hats. I was inspired by her story and appreciated how she continued to give God glory throughout the interview. She also mentioned that God used a very special person in her life, her grandfathe…

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Dec. 2, 2021

Episode 19: Operation Thriving Marriage with Jennifer Harvey

It was a delight to have an opportunity to talk to Jennifer. It's evident that God has strategically placed her and her husband in this day and time to be a source of hope, wisdom and Christ-centered support. I am not sure how well the body of Chris…

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Nov. 14, 2021

Episode 18: Gentle Parenting with Meaghan Jackson

Meaghan Jackson is an author, entrepreur and gentle parenting coach. I had not heard of gentle parenting before finding out that Meaghan would be a guest on our show. I made many assumptions about what gentle parenting meant. I thought that it meant…

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