Wars and rumors of wars, lawlessness, economic stressors, division, etc. A lot is happening in the world right now and with each day, something new unfolds. Some are asking, What is going on? Others are asking, Is this the end of days? I love the study of eschatology - what the Bible says about end-time prophecy. In this two-part series, we will un…

We, globally and within the Body of Christ, are in a time of shaking. Acknowledging that isn't being faithless or negative, but discerning of the times we're living in. In this week's episode, I want to help strengthen your faith. Rather than deconstructing our faith in response to what is happening around us, let's be women who rise up and are det…

Over the years, we've seen various new methods claiming to offer people things to better their lives. While they appear innocent, harmless, and nothing to be concerned about, these methods have origins that do not align with the Christian faith. We must use wisdom and discernment when considering these and other methods as part of our daily lives. …

This week starts episodes I feel led to discuss - topics we don't hear much about nowadays. As always, I want to encourage you as a friend would. In this episode, I want to encourage emerging leaders stepping into ministry to take the time to develop the gifts lying within them. I also want to encourage seasoned ministry leaders to remember the imp…

Here we go, ladies! This week, my friend, Kristin Kurtz, joins us to have an honest conversation about hustle culture. If you know me well, you know I am not a fan of hustle culture as I don't believe God created us to take life's corners on two wheels! We're excited you're here for this conversation and it is our hope it will help equip you and br…

What joy to have my friend Cassy on the show to talk about motherhood! We believe this conversation will encourage moms in any season. May you be reminded today that your role as mom is so valuable and we "see" you! Cassy is a pastor’s wife, a mom of three, and a children’s ministry director. She and her family have been residents of Minnesota sinc…

This week, my friend, and returning guest to the show, Stephanie Anderson joins me to continue our conversation on leading well. Stephanie brings wisdom, and practical, and proven leadership experience to this conversation. Stephanie enjoys speaking and developing content with a prophetic edge that encourages a thoughtful relationship with Jesus wh…

This week, we're taking a brief break in the leadership series to hear from Tom and Jill Vandenheuvel. They join me on the show to share a little of their testimony and encouragement for anyone during a challenging season. We are honored to have them with us at the She Rises Women's Conference in May where they will share their story of victory mor…

We're starting a mini-series on leadership and will be covering this topic from a few angles. This week, we're joined by returning guest and friend, Melissa Mashburn. Melissa is passionate about seeing women lead well in any area God has placed them. Melissa Mashburn, a seasoned author, speaker, and ministry coach with 25 years of church service, i…

This week, we're talking about something I am very passionate about - purpose! While recording this episode, I think I could have run a lap around my house! Sister, you are significant to the Kingdom of God! You were created with and for a purpose! It is my deepest desire that as you tune in you will hear His heart and be awakened to purpose! We ar…

It's a joy to have Jenny Randle back on the show this week! Together, we're talking about hosting the presence of the Lord in our lives. This conversation is equally beautiful and powerful! Jenny Randle went from a career in the heart of Hollywood to a faith-based author, national speaker, and chart-topping podcaster. Her search for meaning in the …

This week's episode has been stirring in Susan's heart for a while now. She wants to champion faith leaders, regardless of where or how they're leading, to stay with the unfiltered Word of God. Her heart is for the Church to impact the world and to stay free from a performance mentality because it is God's presence that we are called to pursue most…

I'm thrilled to have my friend, Missy Carrigan, as a first-time guest on the podcast and I'm fairly confident it won't be her only appearance! Missy's heart is on fire to share the gospel and call women higher with bold and audacious faith. Tune in and let your faith be set ablaze! Missy and her husband, Austin, co-pastor at United Faith Church in …

I think one of the greatest gifts we can offer to others is the gift of encouragement. To help others feel loved, seen, known, and valued is something that is always needed. This week, I'm joined by my friend, Megan May. Megan flows in those gifts exceptionally well and is on a mission to help women know they matter. I'm grateful she will be using …

Joining us this week is a returning guest and dear friend, Karen Lundberg. Karen is on a mission to see the Body of Christ ignited in their faith and believe in revival. We are thrilled she will be with us at the She Rises Women's Conference this year. Karen is married to her husband, David, going on 42 years this summer, 2024. Together they have 6…

This week, we're joined by my friend, Sue Kollman. Sue is one of the guest speakers for the upcoming She Rises Women's Conference, on May 17-18th. The message she is carrying is a now word for each of us! Sue is a wife, mom, and grandma. She currently serves as the Administrative Pastor at her church and leads Bible Studies for youth. Sue is passio…

This episode is very dear to my heart! In a few days of this recording, I will rejoice in my spiritual birthday (February 11th); the day I accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior. I am forever grateful that none of us are too messy or broken that He won't accept us! Join me this week as I share a portion of my story and how Jesus changed the trajector…

This week's episode is for anyone who feels discouraged in their faith or feels their faith seems small. Never forget that "valley seasons" aren't permanent and God will bring you through! Don't dig up in doubt what you planted in faith - Elisabeth Elliot. You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at http://www.sherisesmn.org. Be …

In this world, we will have trouble, Jesus said, but He added not to worry because He has overcome the world (John 16:33). With so much happening in nearly every corner of the world, it can be easy to become caught up in the latest news cycle and become distracted. Yes, the world is groaning (Matt. 24), but let's be women who don't become so focuse…

There is no shortage of things to be offended by in today's world! But there's a difference between being offended by something and living offended. As followers of Christ, we are called higher, and living offended is not meant for us. Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises at http://www.sherisesmn.org. You can connect with her on Faceb…

If there is one topic I get fired up talking about or teaching on it is our identity in Christ! If you are a believer in Jesus, you have been seated in heavenly places with Him! Allow this truth to equip you to live your life as a daughter of the King! You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises at http://www.sherisesmn.org Connect w…

In Part 2 of our conversation on the Jezebel spirit, we will take a look at how this spirit operates through people and how to avoid keeping company with it. You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at http://www.sherisesmn.org You can connect with her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.…

In prayer recently, the Lord spoke some things to me about the Jezebel Spirit and in this week's episode, I want to share some of those things with you. Let's be women who refuse to tolerate the Jezebel spirit! You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at http://www.sherisesmn.org. Registration for the 2024 Annual Women's Conferen…

In Jesus, we have everything we need to live victorious lives, push back the darkness, and stand firm in our faith! To learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, visit http://www.sherisesmn.org. You can connect with her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.By Susan Vandenheuvel

The Lord is pouring His Spirit out in these latter days just as He said He would! The days we're living in are biblical times! Let's be women of faith who can tell time in the Spirit and follow His lead in this hour! You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at http://www.sherisesmn.org. Connect with her on Facebook and Instagram …

We are so excited to introduce women to the newest arm of She Rises, Women on the Wall! This prayer movement is God-breathed for such a time as this! We hope that, after tuning in, you will join us! Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at http://www.sherisesmn.org. You can connect with Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenh…

The days we are living in require people of God to take a firm stand in their faith. This isn't the time for us to be silent! The world is in spiritual crisis and we need to be people willing to speak truth even if our voices are shaking! Let's be women of faith who are part of the remnant God is raising up in this hour! Connect with Susan on Faceb…

In this week's episode, Susan shares a vision she had while praying a few months ago. As she prayed about what she saw, the Lord said these words - The enemy is showing up to the door of My people's lives trying to sell them something that's not from Me. When the disciples asked Jesus how they would know when He would return, the first thing He sai…

As you're aware, Israel was brutally attacked and is at war. Some suggest war is common in the Middle East and so this war isn't a big deal. That narrative, however, only reflects the lack of people knowing their Bible. The biblical significance of this war cannot be understated. Faith-based news outlets to follow for up-to-date information without…

I've known this day was coming for several months - the day I make the official announcement that I am stepping away from a few things ministry related. It bears noting that, as I mention in this episode, the message God has given me to carry hasn't changed, but the method is. It has been my honor to connect with you each week here in the online sp…

I often ask, "Is this a good thing or a God thing?" This week, we're going to talk about not settling for less than God's best in our lives. We can become great managers of good. It becomes our comfort and because it is so familiar, we stop moving forward into the things God is calling us to. Are there areas in your life that you've settled? Don't …

In our final episode of the relationships series, we will talk at length about rebuilding trust so a healthy community can surround you. Often, when mistrust exists, we isolate ourselves believing that's what is best however, isolation isn't God's best for you. Healing from past wounds as a result of experiences in previous relationships is vital i…

In this episode, we're covering collaborations and partnerships, and for those who are single, raising daughters, or have some influence in the lives of young girls we're going to talk about having a standard for ourselves in whom we date. In this episode, I offer the non-negotiable things I taught our daughter Sam to look for when considering dati…

This week, we’re continuing the series on relationships with a conversation about your inner circle. The people we surround ourselves with matter because they influence the choices we make, and how we live our lives, and our circle influences our faith. This episode will help take the guesswork out of who should be in our inner circle because Susan…

I'm often asked about relationships and how to navigate the challenges that we all encounter so I decided to do a series on the most often-asked questions. In this week's episode, we're going to talk about being labeled too much, too loud, too intense, too assertive, too ______. It's time to stop wearing the labels people place on you and start wal…

Susan has talked about fear a few times on this podcast but wanted to have another conversation about it with a few added thoughts. Fear especially shows up when we need to make a decision or need direction. Often, when people feel anxious about making a decision, they seek guidance or signs in ways that aren't in their best interest. You can learn…

This week, we're joined by my friend, Rachael Jenneman to talk about becoming a confident female leader. In all the years of engaging in this type of conversation, I have to say that how Rachael approached this topic was top-notch. She models integrity and it shows in this conversation. One big takeaway is this - in a world that tells us men and wo…

For the woman who feels like quitting, we believe this episode will help you not only identify why you want to quit but help you push through those feelings. In this episode, we'll see that quitting and letting go of something the Lord is finished with (a season has ended) are two different things. Feelings to quit are secondary feelings to an unde…

Hey! How are you? It's been a couple of weeks since I last released an episode so I thought I'd drop by with a quick update. I'm looking forward to connecting with you next week as we resume regular programming with an episode, Becoming a Woman Who Doesn't Quit. Stay well and I'll catch you back here next week! You can learn more about Susan and he…

One of the biggest reasons people quit things they once were passionate about is because they feel unsupported and encouraged. We've all been there and will experience these throughout our lives so it isn't that we need to work harder to avoid them, but rather how to keep going despite of them! You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She R…

Continuing with the theme started a couple of weeks ago on what things to expect when you step out into something new or decide to go all-in with your faith, this week we will focus on how to handle being misunderstood. Often, people attach their thoughts or expectations on others about how to do something rather than allowing them to grow and beco…

Over the next few weeks, we'll be covering specific things that you'll encounter when following the Lord into something new. Things such as the opinions or voices of others, fear, doubt, and lack of support, and encouragement. We're looking forward to connecting with you over the next few weeks! You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She …

We're wrapping up the series on the Armor of God this week with a conversation about prayer. It is one of the most under utilized parts of our armor, yet so powerful against the enemy! You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. Find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.…

This week, we're learning what the sword of the Spirit is and how to use it effectively! Continuing to use the Roman soldier as a metaphor for the Armor of God, the soldier could have all the other pieces of his armor but without his sword, the soldier would be a sitting duck - vulnerable and defenseless! Without the sword of Spirit in our hands, s…

To "wear" the helmet of salvation properly we need to understand what salvation is. In this week's episode, we'll look at key Scripture verses to understand what we're saved from and by whom. For the Roman soldier, the helmet was a fitted piece of armor that covered his ears, and facial area, and for some, offered small protection over the eyes. We…

The shield of faith is the fourth piece of the Armor of God the Apostle Paul writes about in Ephesians Chapter Six. One of the things that stands out to me is that he says "...take up the shield of faith..." The words take up tell me it's something we are responsible for. In other words, there is a preparedness or readiness on our end that is requi…

This week we're looking at what the shoes of peace are in the Armor of God. If you have felt knocked around in your faith or feel you've lost your footing, this episode is for you! Get back up, sister! With the shoes of peace, you can take a stand and stand your ground! Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You …

This week we're continuing our series on the Armor of God with the Breastplate of Righteousness. As we look at King Solomon this week we will see that it wasn't outward pressure that harmed his leadership and the nation he led, but an inward weakness - his heart. He wasn't living a life that reflected the righteousness of God. Righteousness and hol…

We're in a mini-series on the Armor of God and this week, we will be taking a look at the Belt of Truth. It's important to understand what truth is and how to apply this vital piece of the armor to our faith. You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can also find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan V…

We're starting a new series that will help listeners better understand spiritual warfare and the Armor of God. In this week's episode, we will lay the framework for upcoming episodes that unpack each piece of the armor. As followers of Christ, we are in a spiritual war. Whether we understand it or even agree with it; we are in a spiritual war but t…