A Cup of Gratitude

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude in Grace & Freedom Aug 15, 2022

This week I speak with Laurel Taylor, a singer-songwriter and producer whose roots and influences of rock, country, and gospel blend together to give her a unique and edgy sound. She has toured around the world, from small town music festivals to the bars of Nashville to European tours. She has worked with and performed with a variety of artists, including Lauren Daigle, Jason Crabb, Micah Tyler, Kutless, Sanctus Real, Rhett Walker, Diamond Rio, and CCR. She has a heart full of joy and a desire to share the love of Jesus with everyone through her music. Her new single, “Sound of Freedom”, is out now! Laurel’s personal story is nothing short of miraculous, she shares freely in this powerful episode about her transformation from death to life!! You don't want to miss this extraordinary faith journey that gives amazing glory to God!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvrNAjITmf4. MUSIC VIDEO

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyauShn-K4w&t=195s MY STORY

Email to contact for help: pouredinto@gmail.com

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude in Gathering Aug 08, 2022

This week I speak with Betsy Pendergrass. Betsy, her husband Taylor, and their four kids are gatherers. Their favorite place to gather is around the table-and there have seen their sweetest relationships cultivated there. She is a writer and has a website gatheringaround.com. Betsy is also a teacher/speaker who has taught for decades at churches, retreats, schools, and at home. She co-hosts a podcast called “Not All Heroes Wear Capes”: A Mom Podcast. Betsy is a lover of God, and her greatest privilege is sharing the heart of our Good Dad. In this episode, we look at her life from childhood to the present to see the thread of God working purposefully and powerfully in her life - You won’t want to miss this encouraging and inspiring episode!!!

www.gatheringaround.com
www.instagram.com/betsypendergrass
*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude in Relationships with Our Adult Children Aug 01, 2022

I speak with Pamela, an enthusiastic encourager passionate about speaking, writing, and coaching. She believes all of life flows from our loving union with God. She helps Christian moms navigate their changing roles with their adult children through intimacy with God. Pamela lives in the midwest and is married to her Pastor. They have five adult children and two grandsons and celebrated 34 years of marriage in October. Pamela is a blogger and podcast host as well. In this episode, she shares her personal story from a childhood wrought with brokenness to a life full of purpose, miracles, and peace. You won’t want to miss this heartfelt and encouraging episode!
www.pamelahenkelman.com
*Theme Music "Blessed Time" by Ketsa

Pre-Season 4 "Summer Break Series" - Episode 4 Jul 25, 2022

This is the last episode of our special series, Next week, Season 4 begins! We hear from Heather Jeffery, who is a Christian writer, speaker, and also physical therapist. Heather’s goal is to share hope and encouragement with others who are walking through difficulties and defeat by redirecting focus from our circumstances onto God’s promises - Heather has learned how to thrive after narcissistic abuse and desires to help other women in their recovery journey as a narcissistic abuse recovery coach to empower women with Biblical truth - She is very passionate about empowering women with truth and inspiring others to share their story. Heather lives in Maryland with her two daughters and loves spending time outdoors, preferably by the water - Heather was on the show on Season 2, Episode 15 if you haven’t heard it, you should listen to her amazing story!! And we have the pleasure of featuring Laurel Taylor, who is a singer-songwriter and producer whose roots and influences of rock, country, and gospel blend together to give her a unique and edgy sound. She has toured worldwide, from small-town music festivals to the bars of Nashville to European tours. She has worked with and performed with a variety of artists, including Lauren Daigle, Jason Crabb, Micah Tyler, Kutless, Sanctus Real, Rhett Walker, Diamond Rio, and CCR. She has a heart full of joy and a desire to share the love of Jesus with everyone through her music - Laurel has a miraculous life story and will be on Season 4 of “A Cup of Gratitude” - You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!

Heather:
https://instagram.com/straightenyourcrown.1?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://www.facebook.com/StraightenYourCrown1
Heatherjeffery.com

Laurel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvrNAjITmf4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyauShn-K4w&t=195s

Pre-Season 4 "Summer Break Series" - Episode 3 Jul 18, 2022

This episode features teaching from Sara B. Anderson who is a Christian writer and speaker with her Juris Doctorate and Masters of Divinity in Christian Apologetics. She is the founder of Fruits of Faith Ministries and author of The Best Is Yet to Come: Facing the Fears of Today with God’s Hope for Tomorrow. Sara lives with her husband and five children in Austin, Texas - With music by Christian Music Artist, Jenn Bostic who is a soulful singer/songwriter with a hint of pop, blues, and gospel. Her emotive songwriting and powerful vocals have been touching hearts around the world. Bostic has performed sold-out tours across the United States and Europe, including performances on the stages of The Grand Ole Opry, The Ryman Auditorium, and Lincoln Center, as well as BBC Breakfast Television, BBC Songs of Praise, Daystar, and TBN US and UK. As an independent, Jenn was the first international artist to have her first three singles playlisted on BBC Radio 2. She was twice named “International Touring Artist of the Year,” by the British Country Music Association (2017/2018). In 2012 Jenn Bostic received 5 Independent Country Music Association Awards including, “Best Songwriter,” “Best Musician,” and “Overall Winner.” Her newest album, "You Find a Way," created with Grammy-nominated producer and hit songwriter, Lauren Christy, was released on July 15, 2022. you won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!
You can reach Sara at: SarabAnderson.com or email her at admin@sarabroyhillanderson.com. You can follow Sara’s ministry at https://facebook.com/fruitsoffaithministries

Follow Jenn Bostic here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0TK1H3VeQnZEczCCdzAvap?si=dgv-BE1nSlCXB59HlhDLZw
Www.Instagram.com/jennbostic

Pre-Season 4 "Summer Break Series" - Episode 2 Jul 11, 2022

It’s episode two of the “Summer Break Series” This week we will hear from Jay Lee who is a Christian Blogger and host of the Daily Sabbath Podcast. He has a passion for communicating God's word in a simple and relevant way. He also enjoys engaging with diverse audiences across lines of ethnicity, culture, and theological beliefs. He served as a pastor for over 13 years at the same church and has an M.Div from Gateway Seminary, and a Th.M from Talbot School of Theology. He lives in Southern California with his wife and 2 young daughters and We will hear the music of Erica Renee Mckinney a Christian Music Artist who closed down her business of 16 years by faith to pursue her calling. She realized that she had to change her lifestyle if she wanted to pursue her calling in music. By faith, she closed her salon in 2019 and finished recording her album in early 2020. Recording her first music video for the album spring of 2021 and releasing her 17-track debut album by fall of 2021. Believing in the healing power of journaling and spending time alone with God every day, Erica found the freedom and instruction to walk in her calling. Having often dreamt of the music at night, She would hear the tune and lyrics come to her throughout the day; and writes music and songs to encourage herself and others. Erica wants to inspire and encourage people to be themselves. Erica is currently recording a new project expecting to release this fall. Both of these amazing people have been on the podcast as guests and have become great friends! You don’t want to miss this special episode!

Jay:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-sabbath-podcast/id1583844859
https://instagram.com/dailysabbath?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Erica:
https://instagram.com/ericareneemckinney?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://www.facebook.com/ericareneemckinney
https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ylHxRpnBNdN6iLHxYXmD7?si=4vGWOfsHQU2qneA4NMSUvA

Pre-Season 4 "Summer Break Series" - Episode 1 Jul 04, 2022

*Tischa van de Reep is a Christian writer, speaker, and teacher. She is also the founder of The Well Communicators, a diverse collective of speakers, teachers, and worship leaders. Originally from Trinidad & Tobago, Tischa is married to Harald, who is from The Netherlands. They live in The Woodlands, Texas where they homeschool their two teenage sons, Julian and Aidan. Tischa’s writing and speaking style make Scripture relatable to real-life while encouraging and challenging the reader/listener. Her work in ministry extends from homeless, at-risk women in Houston, TX, to expat wives in Budapest, Hungary, to rural villagers in Malawi, Africa, and women across the U.S.

www.tischavandereep.com
www.instagram.com/tischa.vandereep
www.facebook.com/Tischa-van-de-Reep-Author-389431051604724/
www.thewellcommunicators.com

*Shell McGovern is a Singer/Songwriter from Long Island, New York who has been leading worship at the Journey Church for nearly 20 years. She has been married to her husband Mike for 23 years and has 3 children, Aiden 20, Liam 18, and Blake 14. Shell is a Music teacher/piano instructor and has recently published her first book, called "When I Listened."
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/shellmcgovernmusic/
YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCDRjzV0DHMMZY3gG6acz-HAhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011323524406
Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/48NS9Fq5556s8YVM1gsFhC?si=xL7Czg6TTDaT-VmL6MFL9Q&utm_source=copy-link

*Intro by Amanda Schaefer Host of the “A Cup of Gratitude” podcast

Season 3 - Episode 25 (Season Finale) - Finding Gratitude in Prayer and Purpose Jun 27, 2022

IT’S THE SEASON FINALE🎉 This week I speak with Sarah Keeling. She is a God follower, wife, and mom to two boys. Sarah has a background in counseling, loves teaching children the Bible, and Is passionate about helping people around the world know Jesus. Sarah is an author, blogger, and podcast host sharing the love of Jesus to do just that! She started “Heart Work Tees” as a way to encourage other women that their service matters to God and to make a global impact by using the profits to support Bible translation. The profits from “Heart Work Tees” support ladies in South Asia and Ethiopia that are learning to share the Bible in their native languages and then they go back to their local communities and spread hope by telling the Bible stories to all who will listen. Her family has had the privilege to support one of the most dangerous Bible translation projects in Asia, and that is a continual reminder of God's faithfulness. Every update they receive reminds them to get on their knees in prayer for the suffering and persecution that their translation friends are experiencing daily. Sarah Tells us more about the incredible opportunities they have had supporting the Zapotec del istmo project in Mexico. We speak about her life from childhood to the present allowing us to see the golden thread of Jesus working even in times when Sarah may not have seen Him. That’s the amazing thing about telling your story, your own story can be an unimaginable encouragement not just to others, but to you! We all need to take the time to reflect on our lives and allow God to show us all of the places and times that He was right there with us working for our good!

https://www.instagram.com/_sarahkeeling_/
https://www.facebook.com/sarahkeeling04
Www.sarah-keeling.com
www.athirdofus.com

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 24 - Grateful for Kingdom Connections Jun 20, 2022

This week I speak with Courtnaye Richard. She is a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, licensed minister, Christian blogger, author, and women's conference speaker - Courtnaye is married and a mother of three children. She is the founder of “Inside Out with Courtnaye”, a ministry designed for helping women grow stronger in their walk with the Lord from a biblical and practical perspective. Courtnaye is passionate about helping women grow stronger in their faith, to walk out their Christian life according to the Word of God, and to live out their purpose. She accomplishes God's purposes in ministry through blogging, devotionals (print and YouVersion), videos, audio messages, social media, a LIVE monthly video on Facebook, speaking engagements (i.e., She Speaks, Entrusted Women, Flourish Writers Retreat, etc.), books, and her faith-based public relations, marketing, and mentorship agency, “Inside Out Media Group, LLC”, where she has worked with platforms such as PBS, CBN, & TCT Networks, as well as local television and print publications. Personally knowing Courtnaye, I must say that it’s impressive to see that even with all of her accomplishments, her true heart is to make and maintain Kingdom connections. She genuinely strives to link arms with and support other Christian women and help them achieve their goals however possible. We talk candidly about her life from childhood to the present allowing the veil to be pulled back for us to see the beautiful thread of Jesus woven throughout her life. We all take turns and make decisions that can lead us away from God, but He never leaves our side. He continues loving us as He waits for our turning to Him, and then miraculously, He opens the door wide to our purpose and our destiny!!! You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and encouraging episode!

https://instagram.com/insideoutwithcourtnaye?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutwithCourtnaye
https://linktr.ee/insideoutwithcourtnaye
www.courtnayerichard.com

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 23 - Finding Gratitude Because Life Can Be Good Again Jun 13, 2022

This week I speak with Lisa Appelo. She is a speaker inspiring women to cultivate faith in life’s storms and the author of Life Can Be Good Again: Putting Your World Back Together After It All Falls Apart. When life shatters and you're navigating a life you didn't sign up for, Lisa provides compassionate, Biblical insight to help you find your footing, process raw emotion, and anchor your threadbare hope to see you won’t merely survive this, but that life can be good again. A former litigating attorney, Lisa is passionate about rich Bible teaching. She writes at the popular site LisaAppelo.com, founded a team of writers at hopeingrief.com, administers the Facebook group Widow Mama Collective, and serves on the Executive Team for COMPEL with Proverbs31Ministries. As a single mom of seven, Lisa’s days are filled with parenting and ministry. Our conversation is down-to-earth and vulnerable as she shares God’s unwavering faithfulness in the unexpected, unwanted, and unknown. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!

Site: LisaAppelo.com
IG: @lisaappelo
FB: @LisaAppelo

*For the giveaway follow www.instagram.com/acupof_gratitude for details

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 22 - Finding Gratitude in Being Brave Jun 06, 2022

This week I speak with Becky Beresford. She lives in Chicago and is happily outnumbered by her husband and three wild boys. Becky is a writer, speaker, and life coach with a Master’s Certificate in Discipleship from Moody Theological Seminary. She loves encouraging God’s Daughters to embrace their truest selves in Christ and walk out the gospel fully empowered by God. Becky connects with women online where she offers a FREE copy of the Brave Woman Manifesto: Five Things to Tell Yourself When Life Gets Hard. Look for information below so you can follow her for her weekly Brave Women Series on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Our conversation is down to earth and in itself brave as we look honestly at Becky’s life and at God’s goodness. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!

http://BeckyBeresford.com
https://www.facebook.com/MrsBeckyB
https://instagram.com/becky.beresford?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 21 - Finding Gratitude in the Work of God's Hands May 30, 2022

This week I speak with Connie Rowland an Artist and Writer who helps overwhelmed Christians see God’s hand in their life so they can feel closer to Him and be encouraged by His presence every day. Connie’s artwork titled “Master’s Hand Collection” uses American Sign Language to represent God’s hand lifting us up and helping us through the toughest of times. Her unique art unites Sign Language with beautiful images of nature and inspirational Bible verses, it is meant to bring the Word of God alive. Connie is the author of “Seeing God’s Hand”, a devotional that pairs her works of art with Biblical truth and inspiration for daily Christian living. Our conversation delves into the depths of her life and as we speak of her childhood experiences it becomes quite clear the ministry that God had planned for her life. I was stunned to learn that only 2% of deaf people worldwide (yes you read that right 2%!!!) have experienced the gospel. We discuss ways to change that astounding percentage. Connie gives a percentage of all proceeds from her artwork to a non-profit that aids the deaf community. You don’t want to miss this amazing conversation!

**For The Art Piece Giveaway Please Follow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/acupof_gratitude for the directions to Enter to Win!!

Get a Free Devotional: 7 Simple Ways to See God’s Hand in Your Life https://mastershandcollection.com/FreeDevotional

The local deaf church I spoke of is Bethel Deaf Fellowship of Fayetteville, AR https://betheldeaffellowship.com/givetithe

Deaf Bible Society - This is a great organization that is translating the Bible into many different sign languages to spread the gospel around the world. I’m not affiliated with them. But I have researched them and they are a great ministry for people to donate to if they feel led to do so.

Website: mastershandcollection.com
Twitter: @mastershandcoll
Facebook: mastershandcollection
Instagram: mastershandcoll

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 20 - Finding Gratitude in the Road to Royalty May 23, 2022

This week I speak with Katherine Renteria who is a woman with a passion for serving and helping others. She is a geriatric nurse as well as a passionate lover of Jesus. She has developed many natural gifts over the years including writing poetry, short stories, songs, painting, and sketching. Katherine flows dynamically in teaching, prophetic and healing gifts. She has a passion for women's broken hearts, to see them healed and living in the fullness God intended for them! Katherine is an author who shares her life experiences in order to connect intimately with her reader. Our interview shares her struggles and her victories as she traveled the road to royalty as God’s dearly loved daughter. You won’t want to miss this vulnerable and inspiring conversation!!

https://www.krenteria.com

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 19 - Finding Gratitude in Surrender May 16, 2022

This week I speak with Michelle Lazurek. Michelle writes books and articles and coaches others through editing & writing. Her writing has appeared over two hundred times in various places such as Christianity Today's Gifted for Leadership, Charisma Magazine, Movieguide Magazine, Just Between Us, and The Upper Room. Michelle is also a literary agent with Wordwise Media Services. She blogs about Applying Bible knowledge to everyday life, Leadership, Making disciples through sharing your story, Making disciples in everyday situations, and how to integrate and use Scripture to answer pop culture's toughest questions. Michelle helps Writers new to the writing journey, Leaders who want to grow in their spiritual development, Overwhelmed pastors' wives who need hope and encouragement, and Christians who want to make disciples but don't know-how. You won’t want to miss this episode which is chock full of wisdom, strength, and vulnerability. You will be encouraged and inspired!

http://www.michellelazurek.com/contact.html
https://instagram.com/michellelspeaks?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://www.facebook.com/mslazurek

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude in Hope and Healing May 09, 2022

This week I speak with Tracy Crump. Tracy dispenses hope in her devotional book, Health, Healing, and Wholeness: Devotions of Hope in the Midst of Illness Based on her experiences as an ICU nurse and caregiver. Her book has garnered multiple awards, But she is best known for contributing twenty-two stories to Chicken Soup for the Soul books. Tracy’s articles and devotions have appeared in diverse publications, including Focus on the Family, Mature Living, Ideals, The Upper Room, Woman’s World, and Guideposts books!! As co-director of Write Life Workshops, she conducts workshops, teaches at conferences across the country, and edits The Write Life newsletter. She is also a freelance editor and proofreads for Farmers’ Almanac. We have a down-to-earth conversation about her life, her struggles, and her victories. We look at the sacred process of healing and caregiving. As a caregiver to my parents currently, I found it to be one of the most encouraging interviews to date! Tracy and I have become fast friends. She is talented, humble, and kind! Tracy and her husband, Stan, live in north Mississippi. They homeschooled both their sons and now dote on five completely unspoiled grandchildren. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!

Connect with Tracy at:
Website: https://www.tracycrump.com/
Website and The Write Life newsletter: https://www.writelifeworkshops.com/
Caregivers Corner blog: https://tracycrump.com/blog/
Serious Writer Academy course: https://www.seriouswriter.com/tracycrump/
Amazon book link: https://amzn.to/2OinraH
Book trailer: https://youtu.be/zixdBhD3gV8
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJG2MZ2V8yDpF2vhKgYM4Gw
Social media links: https://linktr.ee/TracyCrump
Caregivers Corner: https://tracycrump.com/blog/

*Theme Music” Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 -Episode 17 - Finding Gratitude Searching Your Soul May 02, 2022

This week I speak with Heather Carter. She was born and raised all over the West Coast. Heather never lived in any one state for longer than 5 years until she moved to Illinois where she has been for 26 years. Heather is married and has 3 children. She and her husband served at Hope Church for 20 years and now they write, preach, and work in the community letting God use them wherever He needs to. Heather writes a lot about cancer, addiction, and diseases of the soul. Diseases like worry, fear, control, comparison, and resentment, just to name a few. We all have them and she is brave and vulnerable enough to speak about hers in order to reach others who are navigating their own struggles. You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and open conversation as we open up our souls. You will be encouraged and inspired!

http://heathercarterwrites.com/

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude in the Miracle of Life Apr 25, 2022

This week I speak with Adam Wood. After the birth of his son; who was born at just 25 weeks weighing 1 lb 4 oz. He spent 135 days in the NICU with his wife as their son fought for life. During this time, his faith and love for his son were tested. His son has since made a miraculous recovery and now Adam dedicates his life to helping other families find healing through humor, faith, and heartwarming stories. He created the social media site Preemie Adventures and wrote his first book, “Our Preemie Adventure”. The book uses humor and fun images to convey a story of hope and bring families all across the world together. We have an honest and in-depth conversation where Adam recounts his time serving in the military, his difficult childhood, and the amazing ways that God has brought his life to this very moment full of blessings and opportunities to help others who are going through their NICU journey. You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth and vulnerable interview!

https://www.preemieadventures.com/
https://instagram.com/preemie_adventures?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

*Them Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude through Journaling and Prayer Apr 18, 2022

This week I speak with Allison Hodges. She says that she has been a Jesus-loving, prayer-warrior, hot-mess-express, WIP ever since she met Jesus. Shortly after college, she married Adam. They have been married 22 years now, and have been in counseling the whole time! They have 3 children. Allison’s greatest longing in life is that her kids would know Jesus and walk with Him. She is passionate about God's Word, and truly believes in the power of prayer - Her “hell no" is spoken out against the twisted distortions women believe about their beauty, worth, and purpose. Her “heaven yes" is the truth, hope, and freedom she finds every day in Christ! Allison writes about all these things (plus marriage, parenting, food, faith, and home) on her blog. She says that she is a struggling [redeemed], broken [beautiful], recovering extrovert [gimmeallthealonetime] and has spent the last 8 years in eating disorder recovery [better late than never]. You won’t want to miss this encouraging story!

https://allisonghodges.com
IG @penandpew

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of every Season Apr 11, 2022

This week I speak with Randy Kinnick. Randy was raised in Tenn. The divorce of his parents, when he was 12 years old, rocked his world. As Randy grew he began to have a more mature understanding of his faith and relationship with the Lord . At age 19, after making plans to pursue a degree in architecture, God changed his direction completely and He answered a call to ministry. In those years of learning and growth, Randy sensed that mental health therapy would play an important role in his ministry and enrolled in college where he earned an M.Ed. in Counseling. He has since seen God’s hand at work to lead him into and through many wonderful opportunities of ministry around the world. Randy has served in pastoral roles, through preaching, teaching, counseling, and evangelistic effort. His skills of writing have been utilized to contribute to both published and non-published works of Bible study materials, small group curricula, periodical articles, and blogging. His gift of teaching has taken him across the United States, France, Canada, and the country of the Philippines. And has had opportunities to touch lives in the Philippines and Honduras. Randy’s burden for battling human trafficking has led him to work in the country of Thailand. Randy has been amazed to see the hand of God at work to do things above and beyond his imagination He currently serves as the Therapeutic Foster Care Program Director for the Mid-North Region of Tennessee. This week, we discuss his own traumas and struggles and the real need for normalizing mental health in the church and the world. You won’t want to miss this vulnerable and honest discussion!

Instagram: @tandemcoach
Twitter: @Tandem_Coaching
www.facebook.com/tandemcoachfb

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 13 -Finding Gratitude in Breaking Free Apr 04, 2022

This week, I speak with Mandy Leigh, a certified Transformation Coach, focusing on mental and spiritual wellness. She brings a unique approach to healing by combining the power of the supernatural with holistic healing methods and techniques. Mandy has received training in Biblical Counseling, Psychology, Inner Healing, and Deliverance through a wide variety of sources. She serves on multiple inner healing and deliverance teams and also serves on the board of F.R.E.E., a non-profit organization focusing on bringing healing and restoration to sexually exploited women and raising awareness for human trafficking - Mandy is a certified coach for Kingdom Builders Academy. She has appeared on multiple episodes of TV and radio shows. She is a published author, speaker, and coach. She has overcome many traumatic life events. Her story includes overcoming abuse, sex trafficking, addiction, divorce, and mental health disorders. Mandy walks with her clients, guiding them through the healing journey, Meeting them right where they are and She helps shine the light of truth into the dark spaces. Mandy has a true passion for her clients and their freedom. You don’t want to miss this vulnerable and encouraging conversation!

Www.MandyLeigh.com
Facebook.com/Mandy.leigh555
Instagram.com/mooneymandy
http://freedomrainsretreat.com

*Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude Through Purpose Mar 28, 2022

This week I speak with Darlene Larson. The message of hope in Darlene’s coaching, inspirational speaking, and writing is a flame that is fanned by God’s passion and purpose in her life. She is a Professional Certified Life Coach, Life Purpose Coach®, Recovery Coach, and Grief-loss Coach. Darlene passionately coaches struggling Christian women to convert pain to purpose and/or doubt to determination to destiny. As founder of Hearts with a Purpose, Darlene is on her 14th year of coaching women around the world. She has also authored a 31-day coaching devotional series. In our, discussion Darlene shares the intimate and difficult details of grief and loss in her own life and how God continues to use it to help others. You won’t want to miss this encouraging episode!!

Visit https://heartswithapurpose.com/ and receive a free devotional book

https://instagram.com/heartswithapurpose?utm_medium=copy_link

*Them Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Finding Gratitude in the Whole Story Mar 21, 2022

This week, I speak with Cortland Jones, an author, educator, and entrepreneur. He has released 5 books and currently has his second children’s book in the process of being released later in 2022. He will be retiring from education at the end of this school year after serving 30 years in his district. Cortland operates his personal business that includes speaking and empowerment coaching and he is also the CEO and co-founder of the nonprofit organization The Better Place, Inc. In this interview, Cortland shares the traumas and struggles of his life and childhood. As we speak together we see how God has walked with him and turned those areas into purpose and ministry to those who are currently struggling. You won’t want to miss this vulnerable and inspiring conversation, you will be encouraged!!

Website www.cortlandjones.com
Email info@cortlandjones.com

Theme Music “Blessed Time” by Ketsa

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Finding Gratitude Serving Together Mar 14, 2022

This week, I speak with the Dandelion Sisters, four of six sisters born in eastern states, who made their way west to Wyoming after their parents divorced. Having grown up with faith, singing, and performing together, music became the glue that kept them close through a difficult time. Singing and performing songs that resonated a hopeful message soon provided a sense of purpose woven throughout their own pain. Today, they are grown with families all still residing in Wyoming. Through the years, each sister has continued the work of healing and honed in on her unique gift. Last June, they reignited a message of hope with their blog, Dandelion, Potholes, & Wrinkles that they write together. The strong desire to share a message of unrelenting hope through struggle is how their blog was born. Dandelions represent bringing their childhood back to its playful innocence while remaining resilient through life’s storms. Potholes represent all those obstacles they plowed through as kids, and continue to navigate with the healing power of Christ. Wrinkles represent the growth and wisdom that has come with time and healing. You won’t want to miss this down-to-earth conversation which is rich with the insight of four unique perspectives. You will be inspired!

https://dandelionsisters.com/
Instagram: @dandelionsisters4
https://m.facebook.com/dandelionsisters4/

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Season 3 - Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude in Learning to Thrive Mar 07, 2022

This week, I speak with Marva Smith, a Caribbean-based management & leadership consultant, work and life strategist, author of the best-selling book, Time to Thrive, and co-author of She Writes for Him: Black Voices of Wisdom. Yet, her favorite titles are daughter of God, wife to her husband of 18 years, and mom to two teens. As a Certified Life Breakthrough Coach, she is passionate about equipping, inspiring, and empowering women to thrive beyond the nine to five, and does this through her courses, coaching, and online community Time to Thrive Women. Her ideal day starts while it’s still dark with her Bible in one hand and coffee in the other. We take a vulnerable dive deep into her life from childhood to the present uncovering the beautiful thread of the faithful presence of Jesus. You will be encouraged and inspired!

MarvaSmith.com
@marvatsmith on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest
free THRIVE Assessment at bit.ly/gettothriving

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Season 3 - Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude in th Mary and the Martha Moments Feb 28, 2022

This week I speak with Claire McGarry. She is the author of Grace in Tension: Discover Peace with Martha and Mary, and the Lenten family devotionals With Our Savior and Abundant Mercy. Claire is the founder of MOSAIC of Faith and she endeavors to bring more people to God through her retreats, women’s groups, and writing. Claire was a missionary in Guatemala And now lives in New Hampshire with her husband and three children. She currently blogs at ShiftingMyPerspective.com. You won’t want to miss our discussion which looks at the realities of our hearts as we traverse this difficult life. Sometimes we find ourselves more like Martha when we long to be more like Mary. Through down-to-earth and vulnerable conversation, you will see your story in Claire’s story and you will be encouraged!

https://www.facebook.com/ClaireMcGarryAuthor
https://instagram.com/clairemcgarrywrites
https://shiftingmyperspective.com/

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Season 3 - Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude in the Healing Journey Feb 21, 2022

This week I speak with Karalyn Schmidt. She is a full-time Fitness Program Manager and Personal Trainer and Outside of her full-time job She is involved at a local high school where She serves as the Assistant Varsity Field Hockey Coach. Karalyn also coaches individuals who are training for various running races. Running is her favorite activity and She is currently training to run her dream race, The Boston Marathon. Karalyn has a heart of service and remains thankful for all the areas in life that God has her where She can reach others to encourage, motivate, and empower them. Her life sounds so healthy and focused, right? And it is, but Karalyn has been through a long and difficult recovery from Anorexia which began in her younger years. You will agree after hearing her story that Her faith and courage are unmatched. In our interview, She recounts her struggles and victories. Her resolve to take these experiences and use them to help others is amazing! Her greatest hope is that her life story is a light of hope for others and a testament to who God is and what He's done in her life!

https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
https://www.facebook.com/karalyn.schmidt
https://instagram.com/kj_schmidt20?utm_medium=copy_link

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Season 3 -Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude in Speaking Life Feb 14, 2022

This week I speak with Wilma Hollis, who is a speaker, author, and creator of life-giving resources. Her mission is to empower others with the knowledge to practically apply the Word of God to their lives and their circumstances. Our words have power, and that’s why Wilma equips Christians to align their words with God’s word to overcome adversity and live victoriously. Wilma says, “When you understand the power of your words, instead of saying what you have, you will have what you say!” Wilma shares openly about her childhood years and life experiences in this episode, which ultimately led her from struggle to victory. I believe each of us grows up deciding what we will choose to believe or reject oftentimes we end up believing lies and allow them to become our truth, but the word of God is a plumb line, a mirror and an arrow meant to keep our hearts in alignment with the truth of God and our eyes fixed on Jesus. You will see your story in this story of discovery and faith and you will be encouraged!

WILMAHOLLIS.com
LIFESPEAKTV/YouTube
@WilmaHollisLifeSpeak Instagram
@WilmaHollisLifeSpeak. Tik Tok

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Season 3 - Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude in the Pursuit of God Feb 07, 2022

This week I speak with Jay Lee who is a Christian Blogger and host of the Daily Sabbath Podcast. Jay has a passion for communicating God's word in a simple and relevant way. He enjoys engaging with diverse audiences across lines of ethnicity, culture, and theological beliefs. Jay served as a pastor for over 13 years, but he didn’t always have a faith. God pursued Jay with a lot of love and an amazing plan for his life. Having a real relationship with Jesus changed him from a kid who didn’t even think about God into a man who shares the gospel every chance he can with kindness, attentiveness, and grace. This interview was Jay’s first experience on the other side of the microphone and it was awesome to see the thread of God’s provision for him from his childhood up until now. You will see a lot of your story in Jay’s story and you will be encouraged!

Dailysabbath.com
Instagram @dailysabbath

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Season 3 - Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude in the everyday Moments Jan 31, 2022

This week I speak with Sarah Geringer who is a Christian author, blogger, speaker, podcast host, and artist. Sarah finds encouragement in the everyday moments that God provides. She ministers to many through her writing and speaking and specifically to adult children of divorce in her podcast “Heart in a Drawer”. As a child of divorce, she is able to help bring healing from God’s word to the wounds carried by children of divorce into their adulthood and often into their own marriages. Sarah’s 2nd Podcast, “Finding Peace in God’s Word” is an overflow of her blog. It’s a place to find biblical solutions to every problem you are facing. Her myriad of published works are written with encouragement and truth as the foundation. Sarah captures biblical principles and shares them in a way that is easy to receive. She helps transform your mind which in turn transforms your heart. Sarah is a Wife and mother of three who loves to be creative and express herself through her art. You will see your story in Sarah’s story and you will be encouraged!

SarahGeringer.com
https://www.facebook.com/sarahgeringercreates
https://www.instagram.com/sgeringer
https://www.twitter.com/sarahgeringer
https://www.youtube.com/c/sarahgeringercreates
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-geringer-creates

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Season 3 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude in Wild Contagious Hope Jan 24, 2022

This week I speak with Amber Higgins. She is an entrepreneur, award-winning actress, producer, and artist. Amber has brought her vision and creativity to life through her film career, ministry, and clothing designs. She is committed to helping people conquer their fears with the goal of teaching others how to enjoy the journey of living a purposeful life. It is important for Amber that each person understands why they were made as in Psalm 139 which reveals that each person has a story to bring glory to the kingdom. We discuss her life experiences in a brave and vulnerable way. It’s amazing to see how Amber took the very things that were meant to keep her down and used them as an incentive to be fierce and bold! The hope she found from her faith in Jesus has propelled her forward. I love that her boldness and hope are contagious, that she inspires others to rise up and walk into their calling too! You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!

Instagram
@wildcontagioushope
@citizenglory
@tenfourfilmsllc
Wildcontagioushope.com

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Season 3 - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude Doing it God's Way Jan 17, 2022

This week I speak with Erica McKinney. She has been a highly successful Hairstylist for 17 years, and Erica has become an independent recording artist, singer-songwriter, and worship leader. She loves music that inspires growth and change, music that causes us to remember what truly matters. After years of achieving incredible goals that the world would say is a success, Erica began to hear God’s plans for her life. The way she was living was literally making her sick, but God had plans for her healing and wholeness. You will see your story in Erica’s story, the struggle between worldly success and kingdom purpose, which I believe we all struggle with (It’s a constant tension for Christians). Erica loves being a wife taking care of her and her husband’s home, and she enjoys cooking healthy homemade recipes that she creates from scratch. She loves being with family and enjoying every moment to the fullest. You won’t want to miss this vulnerable look at the transformation of her life, one obedience at a time.
ericareneemckinney.com

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Season 3 - Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude From the Hope in the Journey Jan 10, 2022

This week I speak with Angela Farlow. Angela grew up in Quincy Illinois along the Mississippi River. She began questioning her faith in Middle school and now volunteers with Middle School youth and pours into the lives of children in Africa. It’s amazing to see how God uses her healing and Hope to reach others. When attending a Christian College in Ohio Angela was able to work through the hurts and wounds that she experienced growing up in a split home as well as learn more about what a relationship with Christ really looked like. All along the way She met people that loved her and helped shape her into the woman she is today. She created a mission statement for her life to: “love any person who walked in front of her in order to show them a glimpse of how much God loves them”. After graduating Angela was willing to go wherever God wanted her to go. God led her 8 hours away to a Non-Profit in Pennsylvania to work serving and loving vulnerable children in Kenya. God has provided for her every need and Angela has been obedient to her calling. You won’t want to miss this down to earth vulnerable Episode!

https://www.chariotsforhope.org
https://www.facebook.com/chariotsforhope
https://www.instagram.com/chariotsforhope/

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Season 2 - Bonus Episode #4 Jan 03, 2022

This week is the last Bonus Episode. It’s My gift to you for the Holidays. I have been sharing various parts of my personal story with you each week until season 3 begins which will be next week. I have included special interactive features to allow you to look more closely at your own story! You’re invited, so please join me! I can’t wait to spend time with you! Wishing Happy and Healthy Holidays to Everyone!!! 🎁🎄🎉

Resource shared is from my Book “Crumbled A Place for Broken People” Here is a link for purchase of interested in a hard copy - the book is currently on sale for the Holidays https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578502143/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_57NJ43Q2HE9G4S58WTTT

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Season 2 - Bonus Episode #3 Dec 27, 2021

This week is Bonus number three. It’s My gift to you for the Holidays. I will be sharing various parts of my personal story with you each week until season 3 begins. I will include special interactive features to allow you to look more closely at your own story! You’re invited, so please join me! I can’t wait to spend time with you! Wishing Happy and Healthy Holidays to Everyone!!! 🎁🎄🎉

Resource shared is from my Book “Crumbled A Place for Broken People” Here is a link for purchase of interested in a hard copy - the book is currently on sale for the Holidays https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578502143/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_57NJ43Q2HE9G4S58WTTT

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Season 2 - Bonus Episode #2 Dec 20, 2021

This week is Bonus Episode number two. It’s My gift to you for the Holidays. I will be sharing various parts of my personal story with you each week until season 3 begins. I will include special interactive features to allow you to look more closely at your own story! You’re invited, so please join me! I can’t wait to spend time with you! Wishing Happy and Healthy Holidays to Everyone!!! 🎁🎄🎉

Resource shared is from my Book “Crumbled A Place for Broken People” Here is a link for purchase of interested in a hard copy - the book is currently on sale for the Holidays https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578502143/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_57NJ43Q2HE9G4S58WTTT

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Season 2 - Bonus Holiday Episode #1 Dec 13, 2021

Okay friends it’s time for our Bonus Episode Series to begin! This week is Bonus number one. It’s My gift to you for the Holidays. I will be sharing various parts of my personal story with you each week until season 3 begins. I will include special interactive features to allow you to look more closely at your own story! You’re invited, so please join me! I can’t wait to spend time with you! Wishing Happy and Healthy Holidays to Everyone!!! 🎁🎄🎉

Resource shared is from my Book “Crumbled A Place for Broken People” Here is a link for purchase if you are interested in a hard copy - the book is currently on sale for the Holidays https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578502143/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_57NJ43Q2HE9G4S58WTTT

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Season 2- Episode 21 (Season Finale) Dec 06, 2021

Today I speak with Lauren and Jonathan Bittner who are local therapists. Listeners submitted questions for them and this is the episode where they share the answers! You won’t want to miss this amazing conversation. Lauren is a licensed professional counselor. She specializes in the treatment of complex trauma, anxiety, panic, and addiction. She has a private practice with offices located in Skippack, Pa, and Chestnut Hill, Pa. Lauren loves iced coffee, hanging out with her dog, and thrifting. Jonathan is a mental health therapist, social media influencer, Business Owner, and combat veteran. He enjoys helping others and spending time with his wife and dog. He has offices in Chestnut Hill Pa. You don’t want to miss this enlightening episode which is chock full of practical information and wisdom (Just In Time for the Holidays). Be sure to listen and learn some wonderful tips for dealing with difficult relationships and ways to start living in a healthier way for the New Year! I Learned so many practical tips and you will too!

Instagram.com/instill.hope.create.change

https://lauren1bittner.wixsite.com/instillhope

Instagram.com/philadelphia_mental_health

https://www.chestnuthilltherapycollective.com/

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Season 2 - Episode 20 - Finding Gratitude in the Healing Nov 29, 2021

This week I speak with Natalie. She is a mom to 3 boys through adoption & birth, a professional branding photographer, an author, and a podcaster. In all she does she hopes to create a safe space for everyone to show up exactly as they are, without shame, and at the end of the day, that’s all she hopes for too. Natalie is honest and raw when it comes to sharing her traumas, her transformation, her victories, and her growth since unpacking the realities of how purity culture and man-made church rules led her life into a tailspin that left her questioning everything she had always believed. We discuss divorce and blended families, false doctrine, and the truth that Jesus has to offer. We look at the difference between the rebuke of these topics from church culture and the deep healing Natalie has received from a good and gracious God who loves her completely through it all. You don’t want to miss this heartfelt and candid conversion. You will see your story in her story and you will be encouraged!

https://amzn.to/3cGFvnP
www.Instagram.com/Natalie.kristeen
www.Facebook.com/nataliekristeenwrites
www.nataliekristeen.com
Info@nataliekristeen.com
www.Instagram.com/nolongerwepodcast
www.Facebook.com/nolongerwe
www.nolongerwe.com

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Season 2 - Episode 19 - Finding Gratitude Facing off with Feelings Nov 22, 2021

This week I speak with Jessica Hottle. She is a faith-based fitness coach, podcast host, best-selling author, and speaker with a heart for teaching women how to dismantle the lies that keep them from healing and wholeness. She is the author of 4 books with her new book coming out this fall titled “Face Off with Your Feelings: Break Up with the Lies From Your Past and Embrace the Truth for Your Future”. Jessica is the host of What’s The Truth, a show where she challenges the way her listeners think so they can change the way they live. She inspires and encourages thousands by sharing her own personal struggles, victories, and journey through life. You will see your story in her story and you will be encouraged to think and live in ways that bring freedom and healing!

Instagram.com/jessicahottle

Jessicahottle.com

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Season 2 - Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude in Beauty from Ashes Nov 15, 2021

This week I speak with Sue Corl. She is an international women’s conference speaker, author, mentor, Bible teacher, Cru missionary, and founder and director of Crown of Beauty International. We hear her personal story of shame and brokenness which becomes the genesis of her passion to see women set free to live in the truths of who they are in Christ and the love of God. Sue served as a missionary for twenty-five years in Asia and currently travels to minister to women throughout Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the U.S.. Her story begins as a child who endures the agony of numerous facial reconstruction surgeries that end up leaving the biggest scars on her identity and in her heart leaving her to question her self-worth. You will be mesmerized by this vulnerable story and how God helps Sue to see her true beauty and worth. You will be encouraged and inspired!

Crownofbeautyinternational.com

instagram.com/crownofbeauty_international/

facebook.com/CrownofBeautyInternational/

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Season 2 - Episode 17 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of the Battle Nov 08, 2021

Meet Seglinda. She is a married mom of three who used to be a hairdresser but became ill with autoimmune conditions, leading to early retirement. She is artistic, quirky, upbeat, and passionate. Did you ever look back at your life and see that you were in a constant battle? But, Like Seglinda, can you also clearly see that every step along the way, God provided amazing people to strengthen and encourage you in your faith? This is Seglinda’s story, a story of God’s faithfulness in every attack and storm! You will see your story in her story, and you will find yourself cheering as God strengthens and frees her from abuse, oppression, and fear to give her hope, purpose, and freedom as He leads her home to Himself - You will be encouraged and Inspired!

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Season 2 - Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude Embracing Your Story Nov 01, 2021

This week I speak with Theresa Miller. She is a wife, mother of four, and homeschool parent. Weaving words together has been the expressive outlet she has enjoyed from a young age, bringing clarity to life’s complexities. Theresa authored Heavenly Glimpses blog from 2009-2014, where she captured glimpses of the extraordinary in the ordinary everyday life of motherhood . She has been published on InCourage, Sally Clarkson’s Mom Heart blog, MOPS ezine, and others. She currently writes encouragement for women on social media and manages and writes a blog with three of her sisters. As we looked back at her life over the years it became cathartic to see how God had been truly writing her story all along. Don’t we all try to steal the pen away from Him and write a few chapters on our own? I know I have! But He so graciously weaves even those rebellious moments intricately into the kingdom story He has for us. You will see your story in her story, in the beautiful plans God has for our lives even in the midst of difficulty and You will be encouraged!

www.dandelionsisters.com.
IG @heavenlyglimpses
IG @dandelionsisters4
FB pages: Theresa M. Miller, Writer
Dandelion, Potholes, & Wrinkles

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Season 2 - Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude While Navigating Narcissism Oct 25, 2021

This week I speak with Heather Jeffery. She is a Christian writer, a mom, and a full-time physical therapist. Her blog, “Straighten Your Crown”, is a place to find encouragement. Heather writes to share hope with others who are walking through difficulty and defeat with the goal of redirecting focus from our circumstances onto God’s promises. Heather has learned how to thrive after narcissistic abuse and desires to help other women in their recovery journey as a certified narcissistic abuse recovery coach to empower women with Biblical truth. You don’t want to miss this brave and powerful episode. You will be encouraged!

IG: @straightenyourcrown.1
Heatherjeffery.com

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Season 2 - Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude is the Response to Grace Oct 18, 2021

This week I speak with Peyton Garland. Peyton is the author of "Not so by Myself” which was released during the pandemic to find an audience ready and waiting to embrace its authentic message. In this episode, we discuss her struggles with OCD, loneliness vs solitude, faith, and being open to the miracles in the everyday moments that God offers us. You will see your story in Peyton’s story and you will be encouraged and inspired!

https://www.amazon.com/Not-So-Myself-loneliness-instead/dp/1946277800
https://peytongarland.me
Instagram: @peytonmgarlandauthor

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Season 2 - Episode 13 - Finding Gratitude in the Beauty of Surrender Oct 11, 2021

This week I speak with Andrea who is an artist, an author, and a book illustrator. But more than all of these accomplishments, Andrea is an overcomer and a survivor. Join us as we speak candidly about her life, the unforeseen battles, and the ultimate triumphs thanks to her faith in the power of Jesus to heal and give her freedom. You won’t want to miss this brave inspiring story!

Instagram @andreaschnellbrasier

https://www.facebook.com/Drawn-To-Paint-232757743595273/

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Season 2 - Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude Around Every Corner Oct 04, 2021

This week I speak with Rachel Mains. She shares candidly about her life. Rachel’s honest introspection is encouraging and refreshing. She has worked in Christian TV and Radio is a singer-songwriter and is currently the co-host of a show with international guests. She shares freely about her traumas and her triumphs. You won’t want to miss this interview, you will be inspired.

RachelMains.com
CornerCafeRadio.com
E3Assistance.com

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Season 2 - Episode 11 - Finding Gratitude in the NICU Sep 27, 2021

September is NICU awareness month which makes a commitment to inspire hope and to honor families experiencing a stay in the neonatal intensive care unit and the health professionals who care for them. In line with this effort this week I am sharing Sarah Ward’s incredible story! Sarah has three children all of whom had a stay in the NICU. Her first birth of her twins found her being rushed to the hospital only two days after her baby shower. Her girls were whisked away from the operating room without her ever getting to hold them, or worse yet even see them - Heartbroken and confused by the realities of their situation the Wards plodded through until the girls were able to come home. When their son was born he was 37 weeks Sarah had high hopes of a more typical birth experience. She was able to hold her baby after giving birth to him and all seemed well until they took him for some tests and never brought him back. The trauma and disappointment came yet again and Sarah and her husband did their very best to make it through - Having survived all this, they wanted to give back somehow to the amazing NICU community and organizations that help NICU families, so they wrote a children’s book which we will tell you all about in the episode. The thing I find so beautiful about that is that when their girls had their stay Sarah’s husband loaded his arms with books from home and spent the days reading to the girls as a way to bond with them when they weren’t yet able to hold them. He also encouraged her to take a poem that she had written the girls as their birth story and turn it into a children’s book to bring hope to others going through what they had endured. You will be inspired by this raw honest conversation about their experiences!

Www.littlewardbooks.com

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Season 2 - Episode 10 - Finding Gratitude in the Fast Lane Sep 20, 2021

This week I speak with Laura Mendenhall, an author, coach, wife, and mother. You won’t want to miss this amazing heartfelt conversation about so many aspects of her life. We talk candidly about how the church needs to find ways to help families with special needs children, about laying down what you thought life would be like to help your child live the life they deserve, about choosing perseverance instead of failure, about appreciating the here and now, seeing the true value In the things that are right in front of you, and about adopting a 24-hour mindset to purposefully love fast and live slow. You will be inspired!

www.lovefastliveslow.com

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Season 2 - Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude During a Sacrificial Season Sep 13, 2021

This week I speak with Mary. Mary is a wife, a mom, a grandmother, but there was a time when she wrote books and spoke on stages sharing her deep struggles with Anorexia and her victory through Christ to become a personal trainer who experienced the gift to not only keep her body healthy but to help others to do the same. As life went on she had to work a regular job at Wawa to help support her family. Stuck in what she calls a “sacrificial season” for much longer than she imagined, she has laid down her dreams in order to follow God’s leading even though she doesn’t understand why he has her where he does. Can you relate? Have you ever been doing exactly what you felt you were on this earth to do and then suddenly everything changed? Are you waiting for another turn to step into what you have been dreaming of? But what if God were using Mary to do something unimaginably more than what she could do writing books and speaking at conferences? What if the scope of her presence in the everyday moments had a greater impact on the world for God’s kingdom? What if God placed a shining light in the darkness? What if he does that with us? Will we shine for him even when we struggle with the darkness around us? You won’t want to miss this vulnerable interview. You will see your story in Mary’s story and you will be encouraged!

www.facebook.com/motheri-in-love-devotional-series-womens-conferences-141879122511339/

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Season 2 - Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude One Step at a Time Sep 06, 2021

Meet Candice Reyes a new upcoming Speaker, Podcast Host, Author, and Educator. In our interview, she shares some of the difficult struggles in her life in order to share the beautiful ways in which God redeemed them! Candice wrote two books both highlighting 3 Biblical Practices to ignite our relationship with God. Her first book, A 15 minute "Date" with God: Strengthen Your Relationship in 3 Ways, made the Top 100 Books sold on Amazon and won the 2021 Christian Indie Award for the Bible Study Category. This July her second book came out titled Awake My Soul: 3 Ways to Ignite Your Relationship with God guiding men and women on a personal one-on-one with God in a minimum of 15 minutes. Candice is the Executive Director of Hooks2Crook Ministries, Inc. Hooks2Crook is a Non-Profit that loves God and inspires others to know and love Jesus through Biblical teachings that encourage obedience to God’s calling as they progress from a fisher-of-men to a shepherd guiding new disciples of Jesus Christ. Candice hopes to encourage, equip, and endorse others to step out in faith utilizing their God-given talents and gifts for His glory. You will be inspired!

Hooks2crook.com

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Season 2 - Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Music Aug 30, 2021

Hannah Schaefer is a compelling Contemporary Christian Music artist. She is a passionate speaker & a multi-international award-winning singer/songwriter who has opened for Christian artists such as Matt Maher, Matthew West, Fr. Rob Galea, Mac Powell, Building 429, and more touring internationally and playing over 500 shows across the United States. She has also accumulated over half a million streams as an independent artist and just continues to pick up steam and I believe it is because you can hear her heart and experience her deep faith in every beautiful song. Our discussion is down to earth and honest as she delves into childhood bullying, family Challenges amid difficult diagnosis, and moments of deep personal struggle, but through it all Hannah was always writing lyrics to the One who was her constant, to a God so personal and real that as a child she wrote sticky notes to Jesus and let them go into the wind trusting they would find Him. You won’t want to miss this powerful conversation filled with hope amidst the desperation and challenges of life. You will be inspired!

Hannahschaefermusic.com

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Season 2 - Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude Navigating Domestic Violence Aug 23, 2021

Meet Tania. Statistics show us that one in every four women suffers alone in the chaos of domestic violence. Tania found her way out of that dark place and into a healthy life for herself and her children. She is currently married and a mother of 5. Tania serves on 2 boards, as a co-chair for the Violence Injury Trauma Action Team, and as a member of the Coordinating Council Board for Family Domestic Violence. She is currently running for the title of Mrs. Southern Maryland International 2022 (the inspiration behind that was her desire to use the platform as a way to speak on the topics She is most passionate about: mental health and domestic violence). This opportunity will allow her to give voice to serve her community and the world. You will be inspired!!

Instagram.com/tania_ceasarcornwell

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Season 2 - Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude on Each Side of the Lens Aug 16, 2021

Meet Danielle McAlpine Johnson who lives by the words: “Where passion meets pain, we find purpose”. Having been a model, TV show creator, cast member, film director, and producer, Danielle knows the industry from both sides of the lens. She and her husband (singer-songwriter) Chico Johnson formed CheekyMac Productions together. Recently they produced the series, “Beyond the fire” which is a documentary series following the stories of Australia's unsung heroes as they band together to create life from ashes after the Australian black summer bush fire Crisis. She created and co-stars in the TV series, “Behind the Sash” which she describes as: “Take the raw doco style of Ross Kemp, the charitable heart of Undercover Boss, the glamour of Australia’s Next Top Model – throw it in a pot and you have BEHIND THE SASH!”. In each episode, they travel to one unique location, shine a light on one issue of injustice and discover one extraordinary woman taking a stand. Danielle and I have an amazing down-to-earth conversation where she is able to share her struggles, triumphs, hopes, and passions. And we talk about her next amazing project as well!! - You will be inspired!!

Cheekymac.com

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Season 2 - Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude in the Pit Aug 09, 2021

Meet Christie Browning. She is an award-winning author, a TEDx speaker, an inspiring coach, a motivational speaker, and a podcast host. If you’re reading this, this brave and vulnerable interview is meant for you!! When Christie found her life spiraling away from her lovely Christian upbringing it took her by surprise and when she one day found herself in jail it was beyond anything she could have ever imagined. But Christie made a decision in that place, she decided to be grateful, she wanted to leave there different than when she came. She began the practice of finding good things in a place that isn’t known for goodness, better yet she became expectant based on her faith in God for new good things to come each and every day. I know I sometimes am challenged to do that, but Christie through daily journaling and Intentional heart work left jail as a new woman. Her heart is to reach and encourage other people who have slidden into a place that they too never could have envisioned. If nothing else, Christy will inspire you!!! She uses her pit as her platform and is empowering and encouraging people everywhere every day by sharing her experiences, her faith, and her freedom

christiebrowning.com

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Season 2 - Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Anxiety Aug 02, 2021

Meet Emily Rogers. Emily is an artist in the Philly area. Four years after graduating from studying fine arts in college, she is now balancing a photography business, a 9-5 job, serving at her church, and finding time to have community. Throughout the past few years, Emily has struggled with anxiety and depression, but through putting her trust in God, has been able to manage it and use God's strength to pour into the next generation. You won’t want to miss the down-to-earth and vulnerable episode! Many suffer from anxiety and through sharing her story Emily hopes to encourage others who struggle with mental health challenges to seek help and get freedom!!
www.emrogersart.com
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Season 2 - Episode 2 - Finding Gratitude in Overcoming Destructive Anger Jul 26, 2021

Meet Natalie Hixson. She is a wife, mother, and certified professional life coach who helps discouraged Christian moms overcome destructive anger and burnout. After learning to thrive in motherhood and process anger in a healthy way, Natalie became convicted to help other moms process their anger, learn to identify their triggers, and ultimately control their reactions to those triggering situations. You won’t want to miss this amazing story!

http://www.nataliehixson.com/

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Season 2 - Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude in the Ripples of Revival Jul 19, 2021

This week I speak with Nalini. She shares her story because she believes everyone is born with dreams for the future then reality strikes its hurdles and before you know it, the dream is a distant childhood fantasy, not suitable for adults. You have to go on a journey of self-discovery that leads to molding and shaping like you never expected to then come out years later still holding on to the very same dream, only this time, you’re ready for it. But this will only happen if you don’t allow the hurdles to sabotage the dream. She stands alongside the dreamers, the visionaries, the ones who cling on to a hope that this season will pass, and if I simply endure, stand firm, I will see my dream come to fruition. Nalini was the holder of dormant dreams and as a result, lived with a silent ache for way too long. What She didn’t realize was, that by shoving her dreams and desires into the back of the wardrobe, by writing herself off, disqualifying, and self-sabotaging herself, She was quietly dying on the inside. Sound familiar? She was becoming a lesser version of herself and in doing so, was unable to give the best to her loved ones. The ripple effect is far-reaching and doesn’t stop with you. We have way too much to give to allow lies and hurdles to rob us of who we really are! You don’t want to miss this story of self-reflection, perseverance, and hope!
nalinitranquim.com/learnmore
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Episode 25 - Finding Gratitude Pursuing Purpose Jul 12, 2021

You won’t want to miss this week's episode! We end Season One of “A Cup of Gratitude” talking with Jasman Rolle. He is an encourager and a catalyst in the lives and careers of so many. Everyone I have ever met that knows him has stories to tell about how he has blessed them (myself included). Jasman is a Christian creative coach with a heart to see others excel in their areas of giftedness. Jasman is an international-award-winning producer and songwriter. He is the founder of Purposed 365 and Higher Level Agency. He hosts his own podcast and has a clothing line too! You will want to hear his story. It’s a story of humility, endurance, patience, hard work, and a whole lot of faith. You will see your story in his story. He knows that we all have a purpose and his purpose is to encourage and inspire others to walk in theirs!! There are times when you meet someone special, someone, who doesn’t even see how many lives they have enriched by merely being who they are, and Jasman is one of those people. He is an example of how we should all be living our life as a good steward and a dependable friend who only sees how he might help others rise up and walk in their destiny!

Purposed365.com

Instagram.com/purposed365

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Episode 24 - Finding Gratitude in Giving Jul 05, 2021

This week I speak with Stephanie L. Jones. She is an author, a keynote speaker, a TEDx speaker, a life coach, a podcast host, a wife, and always a giver. Her life’s work challenges us all to serve others and to live a life of gratitude in everyday moments. You won’t want to miss this amazing story of how God took an introverted young girl with a big heart and placed her on the stage, in people’s lives, and on platforms that together reach a multitude for his kingdom. You will be challenged to find those platforms and stages in your own life, giving gratitude one opportunity at a time! You will be inspired and encouraged!

Givinggal.com

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Episode 23 - Finding Gratitude in God's Plan Not in Man's Jun 28, 2021

Meet Viktoria Taylor-Richardson. She has served our country in the military, planted churches in both America and Africa, started a business, published books, received a Masters of Divinity in global studies alongside her existing Masters of religious education. She is CEO of Precious Jewels Mentoring Program for girls in Kenya and is building a school for orphans in Africa. The list goes on! But, unfortunately, much like many of our experiences, Viktoria has had her struggles with the often narrow vision of people for her life. Thankfully she has chosen to believe a God’s vision for her instead, and He has blessed her efforts! Her struggles and her victories will inspire you. And as I write this, I realize that her name, “Viktoria,” literally means victory! God had an amazing plan for her life from the very beginning, and He has one for yours too!!

theneighborhoodchurch.net
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Episode 22 - Finding Gratitude Forging Forward Jun 21, 2021

This week we speak with Vita Panico. You won’t want to miss this honest and inspiring story. Have you ever had to push forward through times you didn’t understand? Have you been knocked over when you were blindsided because you expected everyone to be like you? I think we have all been through such things, but we are called to keep on keeping on, to rise above our circumstances, and to rise up into the calling God has on our lives! That’s exactly what Vita has done. You will see your story in her story. Vita Panico is the prayer director for the International Women’s ministry, “Women on the Frontlines”, Author of the book, “Gatekeepers Arise” and a business owner. Her passion is to help people recognize who they really are and fulfill the destiny assignments on their lives. You will be encouraged!

Wofl.org

VitaPanico.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/www.wofl.org/

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Episode 21 - Finding Gratitude in the Process of Adoption Jun 14, 2021

This week we talk with Jackie Wrede. You won’t want to miss this heartfelt and candid look at her family’s journey navigating adoption and the foster care system. There are unforeseen twists and turns and a system that sometimes fails to prepare one for reality. Jackie felt a strong calling to adopt children from a very young age, but she never could have imagined the journey God would take her on. Jackie shares that the spectrum of emotions and experiences on this ride have been wild and at times overwhelming for her, but through it all, God's peace that surpasses all understanding has been the constant! Her story will resonate in your heart as it is a story that we all go through one way or another, a story of learning to trust God when we don’t understand what’s happening around us!

Resources:
https://www.adoptuskids.org/adoption-and-foster-care/overview/adoption-from-foster-care

https://www.adoptivefamilies.com/how-to-adopt/foster-care-adoption/adopting-from-foster-care/

https://nfyi.org/adopting-from-foster-care-clarifying-the-misconceptions-to-build-a-loving-home/

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Episode 20 - Finding Gratitude Through Faith & Entrepreneurship (Pouring into the Nextgen) Jun 07, 2021

It isn’t often you meet someone like Ronald Morrell Jr. - Ronald is a husband, a father, a Jesus follower, an entrepreneur and so much more! It would have been easy to keep his eye on the prize in business as he naturally excels there, but when Ronald saw the needs and the struggles of impoverished youth it moved his heart to help and he turned his focus, his business knowledge, and his faith towards them. Ron pours into kids helping them to succeed in providing a better future for themselves while always pointing to Jesus and sharing his deep faith. You won’t want to miss this amazing story of how God is moving through Ronald and his beautiful family. We all can’t help everyone, but every one of us can help someone. I am so grateful for Ronald’s example. You will be inspired!

www.ronaldmorrelljr.org

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Episode 19 - Finding Gratitude in Every Move Along the Way May 31, 2021

This week we speak with Eric McMahon. Eric has been in vocational ministry for 16 years as a missionary, youth pastor, and church planter. He is currently serving as pastor of a church plant called Watershed Church. Having fought for Racial Reconciliation within the church his entire career, he is a charter member of the Culture Ethic and Justice Coalition which seeks to be a prophetic voice to the church issues of race and justice. Eric is married to his High School sweetheart, Christy, they have 5 amazing children who all still live at home. The story of Eric’s life reads like a novel: moving a lot as a child, making and leaving friends, finding his voice and his footing all while doing his best to trust God in the highs and the lows of life. Eric is kind, intelligent, compassionate, down-to-earth, relatable, and hysterically funny (a pretty great combination for the call God has on his life). Join us this week for an incredible story of stepping into the unknown. In his story, you will see a lot of your own story and you will be encouraged to keep going!

Watershedphilly.com

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Episode 18 - Finding Gratitude Navigating Life With A Child on the Spectrum May 24, 2021

This week we speak with Jenna. Jenna candidly shares her journey of navigating life with a child on the spectrum. She gives an honest and vulnerable voice to the experience of seeking a diagnosis for her child and finds herself always advocating for her son Isaac. This beautiful story allows us to see God’s presence and loving provision all through Jenna’s life. She shares a number of valuable resources for parents who are beginning the same journey as well as innate wisdom that only a mother's love can attain.

These resources are helpful for other parents on the spectrum:

https://www.autismspeaks.org/

https://paautism.org/- Local PA Autism resource

https://autismnavigator.com/- A really useful resource that provides videos and examples of what young toddlers on the spectrum look like behaviorally and signs professionals look out for

https://marybarbera.com/new-book/?wickedsource=google&wickedid=CjwKCAjwjuqDBhAGEiwAdX2cj025GyqYetHbmp4-2BKTlm73het26JPukwugPxqP5NS7xcGn6qjn3RoCIDEQAvD_BwE&wv=3&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=10197486444&gclid=CjwKCAjwjuqDBhAGEiwAdX2cj025GyqYetHbmp4-2BKTlm73het26JPukwugPxqP5NS7xcGn6qjn3RoCIDEQAvD_BwE- A great book that just came out about navigating difficulties in young children with Autism

https://www.chop.edu/health-resources/early-intervention-agency-pennsylvania- Local
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Episode 17 - Finding Gratitude in the Rocky Road to Jesus May 17, 2021

Today we talk with Tischa van de Reep. You won't want to miss this episode. Have you been through painful loss and trauma? Have you felt restless? Have you tried filling your emptiness with anything you can find (and everything you can think of), and yet, you’re still feeling unfulfilled? Have you struggled under the weight of it all? I think we can all relate to these difficult times, these seasons when we feel lost, cut off, alone...You will see yourself in much of Tischa’s story, and if you’re still in those difficult places, you’ll see that there is an incredible Hope available to you, a peace and a purpose for your life. Tischa harnesses the darkness of her past to create a sense of belonging for those who may consider themselves outside of God's love, favor and grace. Settle in for a story of desperation, transformation, and hope. You will be inspired!
www.tischavandereep.com

www.instagram.com/tischa.vandereep

www.facebook.com/Tischa-van-de-Reep-Author-389431051604724/
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Episode 16 - Finding Gratitude in Freedom May 10, 2021

When running away from everything brought Billy face to face with a grim reality, God met him in that desolate place. Billy Ballenger is a Christian Music Artist with a story that leads him to jail and to Jesus! He emerges a new man and shares his story to help others. He will be in the “Light The Way Music Festival” this summer, and his new single “The Tree and The Nails” is playing on the radio and on streaming platforms. We all have a story and he has one full of grace and gratitude. So settle in and get ready because this one is filled with so much amazing goodness!
Instagram: @billyballengermusic
facebook.com/billyballengermusic
youtube.com/billyballengermusic
billyballenger.com
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Episode 15 - Finding Gratitude When You Don't Feel Like it May 04, 2021

This week I am talking with Karen Stacy, an author, Jesus follower, wife, mother, and grandmother. She is an indie author of a children's book. We talk about real life, our struggles, messy moments, beautiful surprises, living purposefully with the fruit of the Spirit, loving those around us well, and the gift of having gratitude for all that we have even when we “don’t feel like it." You won’t want to miss this candid and heartwarming story filled with hope, wisdom, and lots of genuine love.
WWW.littlebirdpress.com
Instagram: @littlebirdpress

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Episode 14 - Finding Gratitude in the Middle Apr 27, 2021

In this episode, we talk with Nancy Martin. You won't want to miss this vulnerable and down-to-earth conversation. Nancy shares with us some of the ways that she sees the Lord working in a season colored with disappointment, waiting, and hope in God's purpose. If you want to hear how God is so present in the midst of our disappointments, seasons of waiting, and times of tearing down to rebuild, then this episode is for you. We are all going through something together right now, both individually and as a world. It connects us. You will see God moving and working in her life and I believe as you listen, you will be able to see ways that God is doing the same for you. I trust that you will be encouraged. Nancy works with Crown of Beauty International, a ministry that she will share about as well, please find the links below.
www.instagram.com/crownofbeauty_international
www.crownofbeautyintl.wixsite.com/crownofbeauty
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Episode 13 - Finding Gratitude in Victory over Vanity Apr 20, 2021

You won't want to miss this amazing transformative story! This week we talk with Sara Broyhill Anderson. Sara is a wife and a mother of five, a Christian apologist with her Juris Doctorate and Masters of Divinity in Apologetics as of May 2021. She founded Fruits of Faith Ministries in 2016. She is a speaker with Women of the Well Communicators and a member of the MOPS speaker network. Sara is also a Lawyer and an author of two books! "Wow" you're probably thinking, "that's a lot to be proud of", and it is! Sara lives a truly accomplished life, and yet, at a moment when she was so focused on these worldly accolades and achievements, God loved her enough to interrupt her life with the truth that she so desperately needed to hear. Her story is one of inner struggle. She had a deep need to prove her self worth and I think we can all relate to that in one way or another. You won't believe all of the twists and turns her life has taken, and yet, looking back, God was always with her. So settle in and get ready for a most beautiful story where God even once spoke audibly to get Sara to finally hear what would change the trajectory of her life and set her free!

www.facebook.com/fruitsoffaithministries
www.instagram.com/fruitsoffaithministries
www.facebook.com/sarabroyhillanderson
www.instagram.com/sarabroyhillanderson
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Episode 12 - Finding Gratitude in the Valley of the Dry Bones Apr 12, 2021

I spend so much time sharing other people’s stories that I thought I’d share some of my own. Episode 12 is a solo episode celebrating my 20 years of being born again. I share with you candidly from one of my books “Crumbled A Place for Broken People”. I talk honestly about the skeletons in my closet as I begin to realize that they are actually a valley of dry bones in my heart. I discover that they are the things I thought were not only dead but so far gone that they were beyond God’s ability to revive them. Hang on as I also share about my own personal experience of accepting Christ 20 years ago as a grown woman who prior to that moment thought that church was just a facade, the Bible was fiction, and Jesus wasn’t any more than a historical figure. I wasn’t at church when I met Him, it was during an everyday moment in my own home. I am opening the door to let you into my heart, to usher you behind the curtain we all hang, and beneath the mask, we all wear, to meet the real me and tell a bit of my own story. **And, for a limited time, this book is being offered at 40% off on Amazon books for all of you so go get a copy!

Instagram: @amandaspeaksout

Acupofgratitude.buzzsprout.com

Footbridgepublishinghouse.com

You can find “Crumbled A Place for Broken People” at https://www.amazon.com/Crumbled-Broken-People-Amanda-Schaefer/dp/0578502143# in both paperback and ebook format #mystory #podcast #acupofgratitude

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Episode 11 - Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Grief Apr 06, 2021

You won't want to miss this vulnerable, down-to-earth story about life, love, grief, and grace. We speak with Dola who runs a non-profit called "Project Bear" which extends comfort and love to many mothers who have experienced sudden infant loss. Her candor and honesty shine through as she recounts hope in the midst of mourning sharing her own personal journey.
www.projectbear.com (To request a bear or to donate)
facebook.com/projectbear
patreon.com/projectbear
Twitter: @projectbear
Instagram: @projectbear
Youtube.com/projectbear
Etsy.com/shop/projectbear
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Episode 10 - Finding Gratitude Trusting God When You're Not Sure What He's Doing Mar 30, 2021

Meet Michelle who shares her story of trusting God even in the times when she wasn't sure what He was doing. We can all relate to that! You won't want to miss this down-to-earth conversation where you will see how Michelle's faith in God, despite not understanding her circumstances, in the end, brings her straight to her purpose one beautiful miraculous step at a time.
www.wholesomeriches.org
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Episode 9 - Finding Gratitude in the Waiting Mar 23, 2021

In today's episode, we meet Melissa and hear her story of trust in the valleys, hope in the waiting, and faith despite her sometimes overwhelming circumstances. You won't want to miss this amazing story of God's faithfulness in the twists and turns of life. Her story will resonate with your own in the times of doing everything you can to hold on and trust in a new day and that it will bring new possibilities with it.
www.melissaannemusic.com
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Episode 8 - Finding Gratitude Navigating Postpartum Depression Mar 16, 2021

In Episode Eight, we meet Danielle, a stay-at-home mom, and maker who has a passion to minister to and connect with Moms. She is funny, creative, intelligent, and warm. She also has been dealing with postpartum depression behind the scenes. So many people we respect and admire are dealing with unexpressed trauma and struggle. Settle in and listen to this compelling story. This episode is honest, brave, and insightful; you don't want to miss it!
Danielle's Maker Instagram is: @beagsandbubs
*** if you use the code "gratitude," she will give you $5 off any order of $20 or more for being an "A Cup of Gratitude" podcast listener!!!
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Episode 7 - Finding Gratitude When the Struggle is Real Mar 09, 2021

To be honest, I am a bit nervous about sharing this episode because I share about my own struggles. We don't like to share our icky stuff, our traumas, our perpetual sins, our broken places, so we hide those places in our lives from others and cut ourselves off as we wrestle with God. In this episode, we look at some of my "junk" and what God has to say about it. The good news is that when I am at my worst, God shows up in transformative and beautiful ways. I am sharing my story so that you can know that you are not alone in yours. so please be open and be kind as you listen. After all, we are all a work in progress.

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@amandaspeaksout
acupofgratitude.buzzsprout.com

Episode 6 - Finding Gratitude while living with P.T.S.D. Mar 02, 2021

In this episode, we talk with Jonathan a grad school student, social media influencer, and a combat veteran. He enjoys helping others and talking about life. You won't want to miss this! Jon's story is a story of hope and victory against all odds. He shares honestly about his experiences and it is refreshing to see how he has turned his challenges into triumphs by believing that his life has a purpose and serving other veterans. He is indeed a true hero.
@jbittfragrance_reviews
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Episode 5 - Finding Gratitude in a Home with Addiction Feb 23, 2021

Almost 21 million Americans have at least one addiction, yet only 10% of them receive treatment. Drug overdose deaths have more than tripled since 1990. About 20% of Americans who have depression or an anxiety disorder also have a substance use disorder. More than 90% of people who have an addiction started to drink alcohol or use drugs before they were 18 years old. These are just a few of the staggering statistics out there - Episode 5 takes a brave and honest look at what it was like for Jackson as a child growing up in a household where one of his parents struggled with addiction - We discuss its impact and the way it has molded his convictions to live a sober life and never even try drugs or alcohol - His strong faith and healthy boundaries have left him as an advocate for others journeying through the same tumultuous reality - Jackson’s willingness to share and his down to earth approach to the subject make for an intimate and intriguing conversation - You won’t want to miss this Episode!

Jackson Schaefer is a Graphic Designer and Co-Owner for Footbridge Publishing House

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Episode 4 - Finding Gratitude in Making Time to Pour Into the NextGen Feb 16, 2021

This week's episode is a reflection on finding gratitude in the work of pouring into the next generation. I share from personal experience, give helpful suggestions, and take a look at what God's word has to say about this. Several young ladies whom I have mentored have shared what this experience has meant to them. You won't want to miss this episode about an often overlooked, but crucial role in our lives as Christians.
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Episode 3 - Finding Gratitude in the "in-between" Feb 09, 2021

Join us for a candid conversation with Jacqui a kindergarten teacher who was about to start her own business when Covid struck her family and they found themselves in an impossible situation. In desperation, she shared their story in a Tik Tok video that went viral, and now she finds herself with a platform of nearly 64 thousand followers. As she finds her footing in the midst of it all, she spends her time intentionally inventing new ways to bless others, share the gospel, and give people hope. What an amazing story!
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Episode 2 - The Mental Health Benefits of Gratitude Feb 02, 2021

A down-to-earth conversation with Lauren Bittner, who is a licensed psychotherapist and psychology professor, about finding gratitude: Lauren specializes in anxiety and panic, trauma, and addiction. She is passionate about finding freedom through being authentic, vulnerable, and messy. She will share how gratitude changes brain chemistry and gives us insight into her role as a therapist during such difficult times. Her knowledge in the field and her willingness to share some of her personal stories is both refreshing and captivating. Find more about Lauren @instill.hope.create.change
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Episode 1 - Finding Gratitude in the year 2020 Jan 23, 2021

This first episode includes an introduction from the host along with the crazy amazing story of her finding gratitude in the year 2020
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