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God Is Calling You To MOVE! Oct 23, 2024

Join me as I celebrate my 29th spiritual birthday by sharing a message of encouragement with my home church!

God is calling us to move, and it is my heart's desire to encourage you to take those first steps toward movement. If you have been passive, take steps of pursuit, and if you are already in pursuit, make time to be available and see what God does through you!

Key Takeaways:

Before and after moments are invitiations for us to examine our lives and see where we are at.
Be moved by an urgency of excitement rather than an urgency of fear. Urgency of fear can lead us in the wrong direction.
Knowing your purpose is pivotal to doing God things. Without knowing our purpose we can allow good things to keep us from the God things.
Our Ministry happens within the church and our mission happens in the world.
Using your gifts are vital to both your ministry and your mission. If you aren't using those gifts you need to ask yourself, why?
Worship is an expression of our gratitude

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Make Room for Celebration in Your Life Oct 10, 2024

How often do you achieve a milestone only to have people ask what is coming NEXT for you? You graduate high school and everyone wants to know what college you are attending. You finish college and people want to know what career path you will walk down. Then it's marriage, kids, and more kids.

What would it look like to pause after a big moment in your life and truly celebrate it? I would encourage you to make space in your life to appreciate what God has done in and through you before you commit your time and energy into contemplating what is next.

Key Takeaways:

Enjoy the NOW season. God has you where you are for a specific reason. Be present in it and allow yourself to enjoy it! Don't let business keep you from enjoying and celebrating God's gifts.
Learn to say YES to the "God" things, not the "good" things. There will be opportunities we need to say no to (even though the are good things), because they aren't what God is calling us to.
Small miracles are still miracles. Look for them in your life and you will find them.
Use your platform to celebrate what God has done for you. Take a step outside of your comfort zone, be brave, and show the world all that God is working through you for good!

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Your Invitation to be Bitter or Better with Guest Leslie Begin Sep 25, 2024

We all deal with struggle and difficulty, and as we face the hardships in life, we each have the invitation to be bitter or be better. Join my friend Leslie Begin and I as we talk through what it looks like to make the right choice.

Leslie Begin is an incredible wife, mom of 6, coach, and entrepreneur. She has been an encouragement to me for over 7 plus years of friendship, and more than anything, she is an incredible human.

Key Takeaways:

There are times in our lives when we unknowingly choose bitterness. It's important to really examine ourselves and see if a root of bitterness has taken hold in our hearts.
What doesn't get transformed gets transferred. If you aren't willing to do the work in your own life, some of that baggage will be transferred to your kids. Don't put that burden on them.
Examine your set of survival skills and determine where you turn in a crisis. It may be time to discard some of those skills and acquire new ones.
Triggers are invitations or information. Rather than accepting an invitation to overreact and further aggravate a stressful decision, choose to use your triggers as information you learn and grow from.

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Tune Out Distractions and Enjoy the Gift of Today Sep 17, 2024

How many times do you find yourself distracted? You juggle so many plates and one thing bleeds into another and you can never be fully present in any one thing. Much of your life is viewed from just beyond your screen as you try to keep up on work, friends, and family.

I believe God is calling us to something more. He is calling us to be fully present, especially in our time with him. Don't allow yourself to be so distracted you can't enjoy the gift of today that you've been given.

Key Takeaways:

We need to make room for God's faithfulness in our lives. When we are so busy, we miss out on the little ways God is faithful to us every day.
Rise up, seek, pray and listen. Jesus himself had to make time early daily to connect with his Father. If Jesus needed that time, so do we!
Don't let yourself miss the moments and lose your sense of wonder. Let yourself be blown away by the little things and embrace that childhood wonder you once had.
Consider what you need to surrender in your life today to create a less distracted life, and then execute on that! Create rhythms and routines that support fewer distractions!

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Get Your Hopes Up with Guest Alison Wallwork Sep 10, 2024

Have you ever found yourself afraid to get your hopes up? You want to feel excitement and believe something good is coming for you, but fear creeps in and robs you of hope. Today we are going to address the need to get your hopes up! Joining me in the conversation is my dear friend, Alison Wallwork.

Alison is a wife, mom, author, speaker, and my personal pastor. She and her husband have been doing ministry for over 20 years, and together they have 4 boys aged 11-17. Alison enjoys speaking at Women’s Ministry events, conferences, retreats, church services, seminars, or other special functions.

She speaks with passion, transparency, conviction, and a love for the Word of God as she inspires and encourages others to seek God in their everyday lives.

Key Takeaways:

Together we examine why we are so afraid to get our hopes up. The fear of disappointment and failure are often the culprit.
Why we grasp at control – thinking we can manipulate the outcome when we truly aren't in control at all.
The importance of not passing our wounds on to our children. We can project our fear of getting our hopes up onto our kids and rob them of joy.
The importance of anchoring ourselves in God. When our hope is anchored in the right source we don't have to worry about trusting the outcome to fulfill our hope.
Allowing ourselves to feel fear, but not allowing it to be the loudest voice in our lives!

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When Life Feels Unfair with Guest Karen Schatzline Sep 03, 2024

Have you ever felt like life isn't fair? In this episode, Megan is joined by her dear friend for over 25 years, Karen Schatzline. They tackle the topic known as the "Gap of the Unfair".

Karen and her husband Pat have been in ministry for decades. Together, they are best-selling authors, international speakers, evangelists, business coaches, and health coaches.

Key Takeaways:

We Must Embrace Courage and Take Personal Responsibility for our growth and success. By overcoming our fears, insecurities, and excuses, we can step into our divine purpose and unlock our full potential.
We Can Navigate Life’s Challenges and Overcome Adversity: When we feel stuck or find ourselves comparing our journey to others, we need to shift our mindset from feeling like victims to taking proactive steps. We have the power to overcome obstacles and find our breakthrough.
Develop a Resilient Mindset and Strengthen Our Faith: It's important for us to cultivate a resilient mindset, especially during tough times. By staying focused on our faith, practicing persistence, and using prayer and belief as tools, we can overcome significant challenges in our lives.
We Will Step Out of Our Comfort Zone and Grow Through Discomfort: To achieve personal growth, we need to step out of our comfort zones. This involves placing ourselves in uncomfortable situations, learning new skills, and becoming the people we need to be to fulfill our potential and purpose.
We Should Build a Supportive Community: We realize the importance of having a strong support system. By surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals, we can gain encouragement, accountability, and strength, especially when facing difficult times.

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Making Bold Moves Without Fear Of Her Future with Guest Tresa Todd Aug 27, 2024

We have another amazing episode for you this week addressing what can happen when you are faithful to answer the call God places on your life. Here to share with us is a dear friend and powerhouse of a woman, Tresa Todd.

Tresa is a real estate investor, motivational speaker, and best-selling author of Without Fear of Her Future: A Women's Guide to Real Estate Investing. As the host of the Without Fear of Her Future podcast, she is a leading expert in building financial confidence, creating multi-generational wealth, and designing a life you love.

Key Takeaways:

When you feel a nudge from God, trust it. Even if it takes time, be strong and courageous, knowing you're not alone.
When opportunities come your way, say YES. Don't pray for guidance and then ignore the chances given to you. Even if it's uncomfortable or inconvenient, trust that stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to unexpected growth and blessings.
Expect challenges when pursuing something new. Rejection and frustration are part of the journey, but don't give up. Breakthroughs often follow persistence.
Stay consistent in your efforts. Over time, you'll see progress, and even if it's slow, each step forward is a step toward your goals. Keep the faith and trust in the process.
Reflect on the dreams and the fearless spirit you had as a child. Reconnect with that part of yourself that believed anything was possible and wasn’t afraid to try. Bring that energy back into your life now, embrace new challenges, and allow yourself to dream big once again.

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Discerning God's Voice with Guest Rachel Wortman Aug 20, 2024

Today's episode is all about learning how to discern God's voice in your life, and joining us in today's discussion is guest Rachel Wortman.

Rachel is a close friend, author, and host of her own podcast, Wisdom's Table. She impacts so many lives by living each day according to God’s call on her life, and I'm so fortunate that she has agreed to share with us today!

Key Takeaways:

The difference between plans and ideas for carrying out God's will
God is with us and loves us even when we make mistakes
God confirms things in His Word so let us always compare what we hear with what God says in the Bible
The difference between internal and external validation and what we should be seeking
Daily spiritual habits that are foundational to building a healthy life
None of us are visibly strong without being internally weak – God is our strength.

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Living Out Loud in the Face of Adversity with Guest Brooke Thomas Aug 13, 2024

Join us on this week's episode of Build Your Brave as we welcome guest Brooke Thomas to the show.

Brooke is an incredible faith-driven woman with the power to activate other women in their business, life, and faith! From a stage-3 cancer diagnosis to an 8-figure legacy, she knows the power of a woman whose faith is fully activated. That's why she started Live Out Loud -- a business that leads groups of ladies through her Ignite Membership, Elite Mastermind, and Queen's Table Mastermind. All helping women at different levels in their business! She truly is "Live out Loud Brooke," and we are so grateful to have her on the show!

This episode focuses on the importance of surrounding yourself with people who will help speak life over you when you struggle to do it yourself. We also chat about how doubt, discouragement, and distraction can bring delay to the outcome you are praying and hoping for.

Key Takeaways:

You have to stop and remember what God's Word says. It is truth!
Know the importance of never putting down your shield.
Learn to use worship as your weapon.
It's time to put yourself physically in the right rooms to grow the right relationships and friendships you need in your life.
Stop giving the enemy power by focusing on a diagnosis or problem, but instead speak LIFE over yourself.

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Battling Unbelief: Trusting God's Plan in Difficult Times Aug 06, 2024

Megan jumps right into this week's episode sharing the raw and unfiltered reality from this current season of her life. Be encouraged by Megan's honest account of wrestling with faith, her strategies for commanding her spirit to RISE, and the power of daily surrender to God's plan. She shares how worship, scripture, and a steadfast belief in God's goodness help her navigate the darkest moments. This episode is a testament to the strength that comes from leaning into faith, even when it feels like everything is falling apart.

Key Takeaways:

Megan vulnerably shares her struggles with sickness, emotional overwhelm, and even moments of frustration with God.
She emphasized the importance of DAILY surrender to God and choosing faith despite circumstances -- aligning our emotions with our decisions to trust God.
How worship and reading the Bible can shift our perspective and infuse us with strength.
She talks about the importance of leaning into God’s plan rather than relying solely on her own -- also giving practical ways for listeners to do the same.
Megan encourages listeners to command their spirits to rise and engage FULLY in their lives.
She calls for women to link arms and fight TOGETHER for their faith, families, and purposes.

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Lessons on Grit and Grace with Guest Heather Wallace Jul 30, 2024

In this week's episode of Build your Brave, Megan welcomes friend and guest Heather Wallace to share her journey. This is a very powerful episode you'll want to save and share! Together they talk about how seasons of difficulty develop grit and a deeper reliance on God to sustain you.

Heather Wallace is a member of Team Brave, a wife, a mom, motivational speaker, minister, author, entrepreneur, health and wellness coach, and business strategist. She has leveraged some of the hardest experiences (mental, physical, spiritual, etc.) to build a testimony of encouragement to those who may be going through similar difficulties.

Key Takeaways:

Who you surround yourself with is who you will become, so choose your people wisely and lean on them in the hard times.
Recognize that God hasn't simply brought you TO a place, He is bringing you THROUGH a place. Don't get too comfortable, and don't "decorate the ditch."
There is a purpose in pain. You don't get to decide what happens to you, but you do decide how you respond.
Establish daily routines that set you up for success. GRIT: Seek GRATITUDE, find REVELATION, remind yourself of who "I" am, and set your TARGET and guard against TRIGGERS.

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Kick Fear In The Face with Guest Thea Wood Jul 23, 2024

In this episode of Build Your Brave, Megan welcomes Thea Wood, a dear friend and fellow member of Team Brave, to the show!

Thea is the best-selling author of Kick Fear in the Face, a co-founder of Valor Global Online, and co-owner of the soon-to-open Hive Fit Club in Scottdale, AZ. She is also a wife, momma, and all-around awesome human who helps people overcome their fears and walk in confidence!

In this episode, Megan and Thea discuss the power of community and the importance of choosing faith over fear. They also give practical ways to overcome feelings of fear in each season of life.

Key Takeaways:

Live from structure, and you can accomplish more in your day than you thought possible.
Use the time you have available, even if it's just 5 minutes to get quiet time with God.
Access the power of decision. Make a decision to tackle something before you see the chance for victory.
Don't accept the invitation from fear when it comes knocking on the door of your heart and mind.
Get familiar with your future and past self and show up for her in each chapter of your story.

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Team Brave: The Power of Community Jul 16, 2024

This episode of Building Your Brave is all about creating your own "Team Brave." We were all designed and built for community, but it doesn't happen through chance or by accident. It's a conscious choice we each have to make to build deep and meaningful friendships in our lives. Megan shares about the blessing of friendship God has given her through different stages of life, and in different states. He has a similar plan for you! Key Takeaways:

Building a true community takes a lot of hard work. It isn't easy and you risk rejection. You have to accept the parts of building community that aren't fun, but worth it!
It's been said that you become who you surround yourself with. If that's true who will you be in the next 5 years? Does that person excite you? If not, it may be time to examine your friendships and see what needs to change.
A new perspective on the wound of rejection
Community begins with prayer. Start by asking God for the community you need, but don't stop there. Put yourself in spaces that allow for community building.

Who's ready to start building their Team Brave? Tune in each week and subscribe for inspiring stories, practical tips, and heartfelt encouragement. Join Megan as we chase our dreams and build a life we love. Let's connect! Register for the Build Your Brave Conference Join the We Are Team Brave Facebook Page Follow Megan on Instagram

The Messy Middle with Guest Jen Jones Jul 09, 2024

In this episode of "Build Your Brave," host Megan Valentine welcomes friend, Jen Jones to discuss what it was like for her to build her brave.

Jen Jones is a bestselling author, mom of four, wife, coach, and leader. She shares her incredible journey of faith, resilience, and creating a significant life.

Key Highlights:

How to embrace life's unexpected challenges and turn them into opportunities for growth -- particularly in the "messy middle" of life.
The importance of vulnerability and connection in building authentic relationships -- especially inside your home.
Practical steps for navigating personal and professional setbacks.
The transformative power of trusting God's plan, especially in parenting.

Join Megan and Jen as they discuss themes of bravery, faith, family, and self-discovery, offering encouragement and practical advice for women striving to live out your divinely different purposes in both your home and your business.

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What Life Could You Create If You Started Over TODAY? Jul 02, 2024

In this episode, we ask ourselves the hard question, What if you could just blank canvas your life and start over tomorrow and you got to live your dream come true? Are you currently living the life you feel called to, or is there a stirring for something MORE? Key Takeaways:

If you feel a stirring in your heart for more, dig deeper! Work to be the person who says that they want the peace of God and the will of God that lines up with the word of God.
Seek Godly counsel to lead you so you can make great choices.
You only get one life to live, be sure you are living it to the fullest.

Tune in each week and subscribe for inspiring stories, practical tips, and heartfelt encouragement. Join Megan as we chase our dreams and build a life we love. Resources: Text SEEK to 808-500-7756 Dream Chasing Guide Register for the Build Your Brave Conference Join the We Are Team Brave Facebook Page Follow Megan on Instagram

Building Your Brave Against All Odds Jun 25, 2024

Building your brave against all odds is a topic that resonates deeply with anyone striving to live a purposeful life despite facing resistance and obstacles.

In this episode, Megan Valentine explores the essence of bravery and how to embody it in our daily lives. She shares personal stories and insights, emphasizing that bravery is not the absence of fear but the will to act despite it. Highlighting key moments and challenges from her life, Megan offers encouragement and practical steps to anyone looking to overcome internal and external resistance.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding Bravery: Bravery involves facing life’s challenges head-on and not allowing fear to hold you back from fulfilling your God-given purpose.
The Role of Resistance: Learn about the concept of resistance as described by Steven Pressfield in his book, "The War of Art," and how it plays a critical role in preventing us from living our fullest lives.
Building Your Brave: Discover three powerful ways to foster courage: Engaging with God’s promises, seeking His presence, and surrounding yourself with supportive people.

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Resources:

Spirit Lead Me by Influence Music

War of Art by Steven Pressfield

Trailer: Build Your Brave Jun 20, 2024

Welcome to the Build Your Brave podcast, hosted by Megan Valentine.

This podcast is dedicated to empowering women who aspire to chase their dreams while nurturing their families. Megan shares her journey of balancing motherhood with her roles as a pastor, entrepreneur, best-selling author, speaker, and coach. She addresses the common tension between family responsibilities and personal ambitions, offering insights and encouragement for moms feeling called to more.

Megan discusses overcoming mom guilt and the importance of faith, believing in God's grace to manage both family and personal callings. She shares practical strategies to overcome fear and thrive in both family life and career.

Through vulnerable discussions and real-life stories, Megan provides tools and inspiration to help moms succeed and build their brave.

Tune in each week and subscribe for inspiring stories, practical tips, and heartfelt encouragement. Join Megan as we chase our dreams and build a life we love.

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