Best Vivian Cumins Podcasts (2024)

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Balanced Hope: God’s Purpose Amidst Grief - Part 1 | Ep. 013 41:42

7h ago41:42

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In part one of this two-part episode, Vivian sits down with Tina Akridge who shares her remarkable story of faith, hope, and finding balance amidst grief. Through her husband Mark's battle with cancer, Tina shares the incredible ways in which they experienced unexpected provisions and God's grace. As they faced the challenges of his illness, they f…

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Overcoming Insecurity To Become The Woman God Says You Are With Oneka McClellan 30:15

11h ago30:15

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Born Royal: Overcoming Insecurity to Become the Woman God Says You Are by nationally recognized speaker and Shoreline City Church co-pastor Oneka McClellan (as seen on TBN’s Better Together, Life Today, Publishers Weekly, etc.) is an empowering, heart-felt manifesto for every woman sensing a greater calling, but consistently held back by doubt. "We…

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Sister Talk with Viv and Becca: For Better or Worse! | Ep. 012 30:29

7d ago30:29

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Welcome to SisterTalk with Viv and Becca! Get ready for a rollicking ride through the ups, downs, and sideways moments of life. In today's special segment of the Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast, Viv & Becca serve up a heaping dose of hilarity with a side of heartfelt honesty. Becca's quick wit and open-hearted storytelling will have you in s…

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When Making Others Happy Is Making You Miserable With Karen Ehman 36:41

12d ago36:41

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Let's talk about the trap of people pleasing! Karen Ehman, a New York Times bestselling author and recovering people pleaser, discusses her book "When Making Others Happy is Making You Miserable." In today's world, there's a constant pressure to do everything for everyone, which can lead to exhaustion and depletion—far from how God intended us to l…

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The Write Time: A Teacher’s Lesson in Waiting | Ep. 011 35:29

14d ago35:29

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Today, I’m joined by Karen Shafer, a dedicated teacher by day and a passionate screenwriter and novelist by night. Karen's unique story is a testament to following one's passion and calling while excelling in a career. Karen reveals how her daily interactions as a teacher fuel her creativity and enhance her storytelling in screenplays and novels, p…

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Manifesting Miracles: Unleashing God's Blessings Through Vision Boards | Ep. 010 43:46

21d ago43:46

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Discover the profound impact of visions, dreams, and goals in this episode. Vivian and her guest, Debbi Sluys discuss the importance of identifying one’s vision and dreams, and the responsibility to stay in action towards both, leaving the ‘how’ up to God. Debbi reminds listeners that miracles happen when people dare to declare their dreams and vis…

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The Pursuit of Happiness, Powered by Unique Calling | Ep. 009 31:23

28d ago31:23

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Embark on an extraordinary journey of resilience, faith, and self-discovery with Vivian's guest, Shauna Parker. From the depths of adversity, failed dreams, divorce, and a harrowing brush with death, Shauna unveils her transformative journey toward finding happiness and her purpose. Prepare to be captivated as she shares her poignant battle against…

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313 Mom Guilt and Prayer Part 2 41:32

30d ago41:32

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Got Mom guilt? If so, you are certainly not alone. In this 2-part series we discuss what Mom guilt is, how it can specifically rear its ugly head in the lives of all women (regardless of Mom status), make some candid confessions about our own experiences, and of course offer plenty of hope and encouragement! Don’t forget to grab your free scripture…

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Discover Your True Strength With Lindsay Roberts 55:49

1M ago55:49

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Lindsay Roberts, wife of Richard Roberts and daughter-in-law of internationally known evangelist Oral Roberts, knows what it is like to have a calling from God, only to face opposition, tragedy, fear, heartache, and criticism—and yet still survive, prosper, and discover the strength in Christ that is available to us all. Lindsay shows how to exchan…

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Beauty Redefined: Tammy’s Story of Authentic Surrender | Ep. 008 31:41

1M ago31:41

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In this episode, Vivian introduces the courageous Tammy Singleton, who opens up about her journey of self-discovery in a society that often values appearance over authenticity. Tammy shares her struggles with body image, an eating disorder, and the pressure to conform to physical standards. Tammy reached a pivotal moment where God reminded her that…

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312 How Prayer For Your Future Husband Can Deepen Your Relationship with God with Cally Logan 44:10

1M ago44:10

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This week’s episode is for the single Christian women out there - we see you! And honestly, whether you’re single or not, you’re going to absolutely love this power-packed, fun-filled episode with Cally Logan, author of Dear Future Husband: A Love Letter Journey While Waiting for God's Best. In our conversation, Cally talks about the struggles, gif…

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Radically Called, Outrageously Obedient: Bringing Hope to Strip Clubs | Ep. 007 36:54

1M ago36:54

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Vivian sits down with Rachelle Starr, the founder of Scarlet Hope, a ministry dedicated to serving women in the adult entertainment industry. Vivian and Rachelle discuss the power of fasting, finding balance in life, and embracing one's calling with trust and obedience. You’ll be moved by Rachelle's unwavering commitment to showing love and kindnes…

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Finding Hope When Feeling Overlooked With Bridgette Cameron Ridenour 47:25

2M ago47:25

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Sister to Christian actors Kirk Cameron and Candace Cameron Bure, Bridgette recounts heart-warming stories from their childhood and how later in life, one terrifying, and life-changing moment brought her closer to God and her purpose. Bridgette's story is rooted in Jeremiah 29:11,a message of inexhaustible hope, fulfillment, and a discovery that no…

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Unknown Territory: Trusting God When He Says “Go” | Ep. 006 33:11

2M ago33:11

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Christa Joy Spaeth did not know what she was supposed to do next after she walked away from a 24-year career as a Registered Dietitian at a high-profile food manufacturing company. All she knew was that God had called her to leave her job. It wasn't an easy step, but it was a step of faith that led her closer to the purpose God had for her. Christa…

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One Small Yes: Answering God’s Call to Something Big | Ep. 005 32:08

2M ago32:08

32:08

In one small act of obedience, God brought Kyla Williamson and her husband from foreclosure to freedom. Immediately after they started tithing, things began to turn around for Kyla’s family – in more ways than one. Aside from newfound financial stability, God began to birth new dreams and a calling within Kyla. Kyla shares her inspiring journey of …

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311 Biblical Balance with Vivian Cumins 40:51

2M ago40:51

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What do you think of when you hear the word “balance”? If you’re like many women, it might evoke guilt, feelings of never measuring up, or even anxiety. If you’ve ever struggled with balance in any aspect of your life, you’re going to love this week’s guest, Vivian Cumins. Vivian shares wisdom from the Bible on how to actively pursue balance in you…

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Raising Kids To Follow Christ With Lee Ann Mancini 26:31

2M ago26:31

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How can we raise the next generation to have an unshakable faith in God as they navigate the challenging terrain of modern culture? Offering years of experience and countless success stories, author and podcaster of Raising Christian Kids, Lee Ann Mancini says what our children need is a heart change, not just a behavioral change, so that they beco…

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Sister Talk with Viv and Becca: Military Spouse Appreciation | Ep. 004 35:26

2M ago35:26

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I believe there are three pillars to living an abundant, well-balanced life: God first, self-care, and good ol’ fashioned fun! That is what the Sister Talk with Viv & Becca segment is all about. We are just two Oklahoma gals with a unique bond and passion for storytelling and encouraging women to embrace every season of life. May 10th is National M…

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310 Mom Guilt and Prayer 40:40

2M ago40:40

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Got Mom guilt? If so, you are certainly not alone. There might be no better topic so close to Mother’s Day than this week’s “Mom Guilt and Prayer” episode! In it we discuss what Mom guilt is, how it can specifically rear its ugly head in the lives of all women (regardless of Mom status), make some candid confessions about our own experiences, and o…

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How To Release Pride, Perfectionism, and Control With Vivian Cumins 36:19

2M ago36:19

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Vivian Cumins is a writer, speaker, and podcast host of Juggling Life, Finding Balance who grew up in a small town in Oklahoma. She is also a career professional, a military spouse, a step-mom to two adult kids, and a “Glammy” to five grandkids. Although her name means “LIVELY” Vivian admits she has not always felt lively. Her need to be perfect an…

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Taking the Leap into Your Next Assignment | Ep. 003 36:45

2M ago36:45

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Join Vivian and guest Rachel G. Scott for this thought-provoking conversation about taking “leaps” in life towards God's plan and purpose. Rachel shares insights into the various ways God leads us and how to maintain balance while navigating life's transitions. We hear about her challenging and rewarding experiences, gaining valuable advice on reco…

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From Hollywood to Faith, Family, and Resilience: The Bridgette Cameron Ridenour Story | Ep. 002 1:00:19

2M ago1:00:19

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In today's episode, host Vivian Cumins sits down with the inspiring Bridgette Cameron Ridenour to explore her incredible journey of faith and resilience. From surviving a devastating car accident to navigating the complexities of family dynamics in the entertainment industry, Bridgette's story is one of unwavering faith, hope, and finding purpose i…

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Exploring the Three Pillars of Balance: God, Self-Care, & Fun | Ep. 001 29:40

2M ago29:40

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Host Vivian Cumins introduces herself and shares her personal journey of finding balance in life and the inspiration behind the podcast. She discusses her struggles with perfectionism, control, and pride, and how these led her to a point of burnout and despair. Through her faith and a series of challenging experiences, including a battle with cance…

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309 Thank God He Didn't Answer That Prayer! 47:05

2M ago47:05

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Note: This episode contains references to suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of self-harm, contact the Suicide Hotline: dial or text 988, call 800 273 8255, or visit 988lifeline.org. We’ve talked a lot on this podcast about longing for answered prayer, celebrating answered prayer and everything in-between. But we don’t…

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Meet Vivian Cumins, Host of the Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast! 0:44

3M ago0:44

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"God created us to thrive, not just survive." ~ Vivian Cumins Welcome to Juggling Life, Finding Balance, the podcast that is all about uncovering the secrets to living a balanced and abundant life. As a professional, writer, podcast host, military spouse, mom, and grandma, I know the challenge of juggling a busy life. As a recovering perfectionist …

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Waking Up To The Goodness Of God With Susie Larson 40:46

3M ago40:46

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For those who have been disappointed when the "good life" let them down or discouraged by life's struggles, the goodness of God is trustworthy, life-giving, and everlasting. Jesus wants to lead you on a healing path to redeem your story and to make you whole. Join me in this episode with best-selling author, popular radio host, and Bible teacher Su…

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308 The Power of Therapy Dogs with Larry Randolph and Jennifer Marshall Bleakley 44:42

3M ago44:42

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If you've been around for a while, you know we're dog lovers. That's why we're incredibly excited to bring you a very special episode of the podcast: This week we sat down with Larry Randolph and Jennifer Marshall Bleakley to talk about their book Finding Grace: The Inspiring True Story of Therapy Dogs Bringing Comfort, Hope, and Love to a Hurting …

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307 Praying for Graduates 50:46

3M ago50:46

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This week’s episode focuses on how to pray for graduates, or really anyone you love who is moving on to a new season! Some of the questions we address include: What are some challenges and pitfalls to avoid when praying for graduates? How do I recognize when the one who needs prayer is me? How can we embrace grief and lament while looking ahead exp…

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Life Is Messy, God Is Good With Cynthia Yanof 34:06

3M ago34:06

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Do you have a hard time believing that God is with you and is for you in life's messiest moments? Author Cynthia Yanof of Life Is Messy God Is Good: Sanity For The Chaos Of Everyday Life encourages us with how to reframe the challenges in our lives so we can see God at work for a greater purpose. We talk about pursuing those God given callings, ali…

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306 A Story of Faith, Forgiveness and a Family Restored with Judi Logan 41:55

3M ago41:55

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Note: This episode mentions the topic of suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of self-harm, contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: dial or text 988, call 800 273 8255, or visit 988lifeline.org. Our guest on the podcast this week is Judi Logan, author of The Unraveling: My Story of Faith, Forgiveness and a Family Restored. Judi t…

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305 Advancements in Prayer Technology 54:57

3M ago54:57

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Have you heard of the "P-Lexa" Prayer Pal, the newly-released Prayer VR headset or our personal favorite: pHarmony, the place to find your perfect prayer partner? To learn more about these (and more!) advancements in prayer technology, listen to this week's episode of the Praying Christian Women podcast. Don't forget to grab your free scripture jou…

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304 Holy Saturday: Remaining Faithful as We Wait For the Light with Jessica Herberger 42:03

3M ago42:03

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On this Good Friday, we’re joined by author and Bible teacher Jessica Herberger to talk about the much-overlooked day of Holy Saturday. As we lament the death and burial of Jesus, we took some time to contemplate the in-between time when the disciples didn’t have the advantage we have of knowing what was about to come on Resurrection Sunday. Our ow…

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Trading Culture's Lies For Christ-Centered Empowerment With Becky Beresford 42:16

3M ago42:16

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Becky Beresford is the author of She Believed He Could, So She Did: Trading Culture's Lies For Christ-Centered Empowerment. She talks about stepping out of self-dependence that causes exhaustion, frustration, and confusion to a God-dependence that delivers freedom, confidence, strength, and peace. Our culture has been lying to women. The world defi…

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303 A New Way of Praying the Psalms with Leslie Leyland Fields 54:30

4M ago54:30

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This week we welcome fellow Alaskan Leslie Leyland Fields to the podcast to discuss her brand new book Nearing a Far God: Praying the Psalms with Our Whole Selves. Leslie brings deep wisdom about prayer and fresh ideas about how to incorporate our whole body, mind and spirit into prayer and worship that you will not want to miss. In our conversatio…

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302 Prayer and Productivity 46:48

4M ago46:48

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Are you too busy to pray…or too busy NOT to pray? Which is more important to prioritize, praying or doing? These are important questions, and the reality is the answers aren’t as black and white as you’d think. If you have too much to do and what feels like too little time to do it in, this episode is for you and we’d love for you to join us for a …

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301 Finding God's Path When a Friendship Falls Apart with Elizabeth Laing Thompson 54:55

4M ago54:55

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When a friendship or other close relationship falls apart, it’s hard to know what comes next. There are probably countless people willing to give you advice, but is it good advice? Godly advice? On today’s episode of the podcast, we’ve invited Elizabeth Laing Thompson to share some biblical wisdom and her own personal experiences to point us to God…

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How To Release From Cravings That Control You With Angie Haskell 35:41

4M ago35:41

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What cravings in life are holding us back from receiving true satisfaction that only God can give? Author and artist Angie Haskell talks about the roots and triggers of why we go after things excessively or harmfully to try and fill a need that only God can fulfill. Angie is a published author of SugarCoated: Finding Sweet Release From Cravings Tha…

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300 Prayer and Callings 47:11

4M ago47:11

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We started this episode thinking it was going in one direction, but it turned out being completely different…that must mean it was meant to be! So please join us for a conversation about the role prayer plays in our calling. Does God only place one major calling on your life? How do you know if you’re being “called” to do something or just have a d…

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How To Be A Trailblazing Woman For God With Shayna Rattler 27:12

4M ago27:12

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Are you tired of what's happening in the world that contradicts Biblical principles? Author, podcaster, and speaker Shayna Rattler is passionate about cultivating women to uphold Christian values and advance God's purposes, guiding them to mobilize others to blaze the same trail. We cover employing spiritual strategies to realign us to God's purpos…

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299 How to Find Faith in Hard Times with Amy Lively 54:39

5M ago54:39

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Holding on to our faith during hard times can feel impossible at times, which is why we’re so thankful to have Amy Lively on the podcast this week to offer encouragement and hope. Her book Can I Borrow a Cup Of Hope? takes lessons from 1 Peter and offers wisdom for how to navigate some of the most difficult times in our lives, keeping God at the ce…

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298 How Adult ADHD Impacts Women's Prayer Lives 50:56

5M ago50:56

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Are you a woman who struggles with focus, attention or sticking to a schedule? Whether you have adult ADHD, suspect you might, or simply feel like you’re wired “differently” from the other women around you, this episode is for you! This week on the podcast we’re unpacking the book A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD : Embrace Neurodiversity, live b…

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Discover A Christ-Honoring Approach To Conflict With Donna Jones 37:56

5M ago37:56

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Donna Jones is the author of Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide for Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. Donna is a national speaker, church planter, pastor's wife, and self-described "Bible-explainer" who has spoken in twenty-six states and on four continents. A graduate of UCLA with a d…

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297 How to Change the World One Blessing at a Time with Becky Kopitzke 46:17

5M ago46:17

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Does all the negativity in the world ever get you down? Do you feel helpless to do anything about it? If so, you're not alone - and there's hope! This week we welcome one of our Praying Christian Women team members on the podcast, Becky Kopitzke. Becky also happens to be the author of Love Because: How to change the world one blessing at a time. In…

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How To Be A Pattern Breaker And Legacy Changer With Kristen Hallinan 30:38

5M ago30:38

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Do you struggle with building a healthy legacy because of the unhealthy patterns in your upbringing? No matter what has happened in the past or what mess you might be in today, you are not destined to carry on your family’s wounds, unhealthy behaviors, or toxic relationships. It doesn’t have to be this way. Your legacy can be different, and the cha…

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296 Believing in God When Life Doesn't Make Sense with Kristen LaValley 47:19

5M ago47:19

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The great thing about being a Christian is that if you pray, read the Bible and go to church, life is pretty much smooth sailing… Right? Wrong! If you’ve lived the Christian life for very long at all, you’ve surely realized that this line of thinking is not true. Either that or you’ve wondered where you’ve gone wrong to find yourself walking throug…

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295 Answered Prayer Game Show: God, Coincidence, or Law of Attraction? 1:05:08

5M ago1:05:08

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We’ve talked in previous episodes about the differences between prayer and the secular ideas of manifesting and the Law of Attraction. This week we’re playing a little game show called “God, Coincidence, or Law of Attraction?” In this fun, lighthearted episode we take real-life stories and examine them to reveal which of these three phenomena is be…

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How To Ignite Your Influence For God's Glory With Diana Burks 50:50

6M ago50:50

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Have you ever wondered what being a woman of Godly influence means and how to maximize it in your home, family, friends, community, and world? Diana Burks is the author of Wildfire: Ignite Your Influence and Impact Your World. In this empowering conversation, Diana dives deep into recognizing our God-given influence and intentionally making an impa…

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294 How to Give God Your Full Attention in a Distracted World with Katie Westenberg 40:34

6M ago40:34

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Got distractions? Katie Westenberg can help! This week’s guest wrote an entire book (part book, part Bible study) to equip women just like you to train your brain and your soul to focus on God. Combining scripture and brain science, Katie helps map out the path from frenzied to focused in her book “But Then She Remembered: How to give God your full…

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293 Prayer Lessons from Christian Fiction 55:03

6M ago55:03

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What can your favorite novels teach you about prayer? Today Alana is chatting with her friend Mackenzie about prayer lessons from Christian fiction, specifically from Alana's bestselling Kennedy Stern series. Special Offer! Praying Christian Women listeners can get all 9 of these fast-paced Christian mysteries PLUS 9 bonus audios and an entire pray…

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New Marriage, Same Couple With Katie Walters 46:21

6M ago46:21

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New Year, New Season! Let's kick it off by talking about marriage! Marriage is beautiful, and it can also be challenging. What if you are in a season of frustration or brokenness and can hardly recognize the person you are with anymore? Join my conversation with Katie Walters as she talks about her marriage with Josh Walters and the choices they ha…

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