Best MELISSA VERA Podcasts (2024)

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Psalm 100:5 Deep Dive // God, Help Me Praise You! 25:43

2h ago25:43

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"All of this praise is built on the foundational bedrock of who God is." — Natalie Abbott Today's episode: Has your praise ever felt hollow or empty? On today's episode, Dwell Differently cofounder Natalie Abbott shares about how she initially felt "meh" reading Psalm 100 and our memory verse. She shares how God met her in confessional prayer and u…

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BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 6 //Courtney Doctor & Hunter Beless - Finding a Mentor 44:00

8d ago44:00

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"Everybody has a 'yes' they can give [to mentor someone]. Give up your time for the good of someone else, then you will...also grow in it." — Courtney Doctor Today's Episode: What does a mentoring relationship really look like? Today Courtney Doctor and Hunter Beless are pulling back the curtain of their mentoring relationship. They are real and de…

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BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep.5 // Elizabeth Woodson - Right Thinking 37:15

2h ago37:15

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"We have been formed by the world...and we have to be reformed by the way of truth." — Elizabeth Woodson Today's Episode: The world has so much impact on our thought life—on how we think about ourselves, about what matters, about who God is—and so often we just passively allow the world to form us. On this episode, Elizabeth Woodson is urging us no…

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BONUS EPISODE: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 4 // Melissa Spoelstra - Finding Peace 35:13

4h ago35:13

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"I can actually hold on to peace and grief at the same time. I can hold on to peace and disappointment at the same time. I can savor the peace that Jesus offers me because of who he is, not because of what is going on in my life." — Melissa Spoelstra Today's Episode: Looking for real and lasting peace—peace that isn't dependent on perfect outcomes …

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BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 3 // Debra Fileta - The Anxiety Exchange 35:13

9d ago35:13

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"When you feel anxious, your body is sending you this signal. Don't just sit in that. Respond. Do something about it. Go to prayer; ask God to help you realign your mindset...Give him the burdens. Go to this quiet special place and start to adjust and recalibrate and do things differently. And when you leave that place, you will be filled with the …

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BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 2 // Jeannie Cunnion - Get Closer to God 35:23

7d ago35:23

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"It grieves me that so many women and men struggle to experience God's presence...Somehow the enemy has fooled us into believing that enjoying [God's] presence, experiencing his presence, hearing his voice, being led by his Spirit, is something that they somehow haven't figured out the formula for." — Jeannie Cunnion Today's Episode: Jeannie Cunnio…

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BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 1 // Melissa Kruger - Experience Real Joy 37:06

7d ago37:06

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"In the midst of a world that's not right, we drink from the well—which is Christ—and we have refreshment in a dry and weary land." — Melissa Kruger Today's Episode: How do we find joy? Real, deep joy in joyless circumstances, in dry seasons or dark places? On today's episode, Melissa Kruger walks us through the journey of finding joy. Spoiler aler…

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Discovering Thyroid Cancer and Pregnancy with Dr. Alison Chen 1:12:47

12d ago1:12:47

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Send us a text Discovering Thyroid Cancer and Pregnancy with Dr. Alison Chen In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Cindy welcomes her dear friend and colleague, Alison, to share her transformative life journey. From naturopathic school beginnings alongside Dr. Cindy to a life filled with travel, motherhood, and profound self-discovery amidst unexpected ch…

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381: Chatting about Life Lessons from a Great Man 22:56

16d ago22:56

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In this heartfelt episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin, Melissa Vera pays tribute to Bill, a significant figure in her life and her family's journey. She shares personal stories of how Bill impacted her life, from helping her and her husband meet to providing support during challenging times, including immigration struggles. The conversation reflec…

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Episode 49 Carving For Cara by Dana LeeAnn ,Melissa McSherry 46:19

14d ago46:19

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Send us a text Its the start of spoopy season! We are starting by dipping our toes into the world of dark romance! Tune in to find out if we have big feelings about it or not (Spoiler we do) It was Halloween, my favorite time of the year. I had my dream job as a tattoo artist, a loyal best friend, and an ex who happily tended to my needs without co…

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Revelation Doesn't Have to Be Scary // Jen Wilkin 45:19

14d ago45:19

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"Whatever is going to happen—whatever the literal next things are that happen in my life—this symbolic vision of God means that in the end, it's going to be alright. I can trust the God who made time to steward time all the way to its conclusion." — Jen Wilkin Today's Episode: Does the book of Revelation intimidate you? Maybe even scare you a littl…

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If Hospital Walls Could Talk: Advocacy, Insights, and Education with Doula Vera Kevic Part 2 1:21:25

20d ago1:21:25

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Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Cindy is joined by Vera Kevic, a seasoned birth doula and childbirth educator with over a decade of experience. The conversation dives into various birth environments, contrasting high-risk hospital settings with home births and birthing centers. Vera is a strong advocate for informed consent in labour, birth and…

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Episode 48 Stiff by Thea Masen 38:56

21d ago38:56

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Send us a text Thank Goodness, our last adventure into inanimate object series! We are very relieved to be done! This time its a Lord turned dildo, how fun. Felicity Stiff was not expecting her agent to send her a salacious gift as inspiration for her research project. What she gets is something much more than the stimulating package that comes in …

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Transformed by Scripture Memory // Elizabeth Hyndman 39:50

23d ago39:50

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"When I start to feel anxious about something, I have trained myself to be like, 'What is true? Is this true? Is this thing that you're worrying about...is it true?' And then going to the other passages of Scripture that I have memorized or that I'm familiar with and thinking, 'Okay, what is true? What is true is that God is good. What is true is t…

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Revelation 4:8b Deep Dive // A Peek into Heaven 22:54

28d ago22:54

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"Right now we can join in that worship and sing out with those angels, 'Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come.'" — Natalie Abbott Today's episode: Natalie is talking about Revelation 4:8b, which tells us, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who is, and was and is to come." It's a peek into the throne roo…

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Episode 46 Unhinged by Vera Valentine 32:27

1M ago32:27

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Send us a text The second in our inanimate object romance series! This week its a a door.. and Zeus is involved? Come with us on a very unhinged adventure. Someone’s been watching Tana closely, but he’s a lot closer than she realizes. From intimate moments to lazy afternoons on the couch, he’s secretly seen it all - and fallen for her along the way…

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Why Am I Suffering? // Vaneetha Risner 41:25

1M ago41:25

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"When you realize God meets us in the pit, that's a way that we can really glorify God, not for what he does, but for who he is." — Vaneetha Risner Today's Episode: So often in our suffering we ask this question, "If God loves me, why did this happen?" On today's episode, Vaneetha Risner (who is no stranger to suffering), encourages us to ask a dif…

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If Hospital Walls Could Talk: Advocacy, Insights, and Education with Doula Vera Kevic Part 1 1:01:24

2M ago1:01:24

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Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Cindy is joined by Vera Kevic, a seasoned birth doula and childbirth educator with over a decade of experience. The conversation dives into various birth environments, contrasting high-risk hospital settings with home births and birthing centers. Vera is a strong advocate for informed consent in labour, birth and…

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380: Chatting about The Long Road to Recovery from Toxic Mold with Laura Knight 47:30

1M ago47:30

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In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin, Melissa Vera speaks with Laura, the author of 'The Toxic Mold Solution.' They discuss Laura's personal journey with mold exposure, the symptoms and health issues it caused, and the importance of awareness and testing for mold. Laura shares insights on functional medicine, mindfulness practices, and the …

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Faithful Because... 23:52

1M ago23:52

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"I just want to be faithful because he is so faithful." — Vera Schmitz Today's Episode: How do you hold on to hope? That's what Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz are talking about on today's episode. They discuss how easy it can be to lose hope when our hope is placed in our circumstances, our tendency to slowly drift away from God, and his faithfuln…

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Becoming Better As Women KTB 36:25

2M ago36:25

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Join Dr. Nicckay Natson as she discusses according to scripture how we can become better as women.

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Episode 46 Forked by Ruth Cardello 36:49

2M ago36:49

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Send us a text Welcome to our series of inanimate object romances!! Today we starts with a fork romance? Lets see if it lives up to our wild expectations. Imagine a WWII super soldier and his unit were trapped in cutlery by the government and the only way they could transform back was by being intimate with a woman . . . Shortly after moving to a n…

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379: Navigating Grief and Healing After a Suicide Loss with Alexandra Wyman 45:57

2M ago45:57

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In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin, Melissa Vera interviews Alexandra about her book, The Suicide Club, and the topic of suicide prevention. Alexandra shares her personal experience of losing her husband to suicide and the challenges of raising their son as a single parent. She discusses the importance of open conversations about suicide …

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Pivot with Purpose and Hope // Katherine Wolf 38:04

2M ago38:04

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"I also give myself permission to dream new dreams for my life and to not be wedded to the dreams from when I was a child...I have the ability to pivot into the story that God is writing and not be insistent on a story that's no longer available...God is on the move in this story right in front of my nose if I have eves to see that." — Katherine Wo…

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Dispelling Exercise Myths in Pregnancy and Postpartum with Might Mom Jessica Sennet 49:50

2M ago49:50

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Send us a text In this episode, we are joined by Jessica Sennet, a seasoned professional who brings both personal and professional wisdom to the table regarding women's health before, during, and after pregnancy. She shares her unique journey from actress to fitness expert and discusses how she became passionate about helping mothers navigate the c…

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Hebrews 10:23 Deep Dive // Jesus, Our Best Hope 21:54

2M ago21:54

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"This is the hope that we long for: the throne room of God himself. It is a better country, a heavenly one. It is the place we belong. And you have been invited in." — Natalie Abbott Today's Episode: Jesus is our best hope. In him, we've been given access to God the Father. And because this is true, it should profoundly affect our lives. Listen tod…

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People That Will Not Enter Into the Kingdom of Heaven 54:36

2M ago54:36

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Join in tonight as Dr. Nicckay discusses the People that will not inherit the kingdom. This is a message of repentance, understanding and love.

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Birth Uncensored: Part 2 - Vienna's Arrival 47:18

2M ago47:18

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Send us a text In this episode of Birth Uncensored, we dive into Dr. Cindy’s second birth story with her daughter Vienna. This episode continues from part one where she talks about her first daughter’s uncensored birth story and delves deeper into the emotional and physical experiences of childbirth. In this episode, Melissa and Dr. Cindy discuss C…

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Episode 45 That One Night by Emily Rath 42:23

2M ago42:23

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Send us a text Another dive into sports romance! This time ice hockey? Lets see how much Allyssa and Ash can complain with just 130 pages!! My name is Rachel Price, and the sky is officially falling. Imagine being at your brother's wedding brunch when you get an email that crushes all your dreams. I didn't win the Barkley Fellowship. My rising care…

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Truth When You're Anxious 15:03

2M ago15:03

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"Whatever you're anxious about, it's real. Don't feel dumb or ashamed because other people don't deal with the thing you're dealing with in the same way that you're dealing with it." — Vera Schmitz On today's episode: All month long we've been considering the perfect peace of God. And today, we're going to get practical and look at how we can fight…

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Creating Habits of Peace 23:20

2M ago23:20

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"The promise of the peace of God is so much greater than we can even comprehend. And the beauty of that promise and the culmination of that promise is the very thing our hearts long for." — Natalie Abbott On Today's Episode: How do we find the peace of God in all circumstances, in our difficult things and in our mundane everyday lives? That's what …

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Birth Uncensored: The Raw Version of Dr. Cindy’s 1st Birth 1:02:51

3M ago1:02:51

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Send us a text In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the raw and real aspects of childbirth with our recurring guest, Melissa Horlick. Our segment, titled "Birth Uncensored," aims to share not only the beautiful moments but also the challenging ones that are often left untold. We discuss how birth stories contribute to our collective wisdom …

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Episode 44 Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey 59:00

3M ago59:00

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Send us a text Welcome back! Life and schedules got in the way for a little bit but we are back! We are taking a shallow dive into sports romances, starting off with a golf romance. Wells Whitaker was once golf’s hottest rising star, but lately, all he has to show for his “promising” career is a killer hangover, a collection of broken clubs, and on…

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Secrets, Panic, Anxiety, and Being Set Free // Scarlet Hiltibidal 38:35

3M ago38:35

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"I was a Christian hiding this secret. " — Scarlet Hiltibidal Today's Episode: Have you ever been eaten up with anxiety? Have you ever found yourself all in a panic? Or have you held on tight to a secret struggle and felt like everything would fall apart if anyone found you out? If so, you're not alone. Scarlet Hiltibidal is a mom, pastor's wife, a…

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378: Chatting about The Importance of Home Care in Skincare with Emily Trampetti 44:37

3M ago44:37

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In this episode, Melissa interviews Emily Trampetti, a licensed esthetician, about skincare. They discuss topics such as virtual skin coaching, the importance of home care, the impact of different climates on the skin, Emily's journey to becoming an esthetician, the role of marketing in skin care, the concept of clean beauty, and the signs to look …

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038 - The Freedom Framework - Achieving Business Success with Stephen Kopshaw 29:39

3M ago29:39

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In this episode of "Business Amplified," host Kevin Dunlap interviews entrepreneur coach Stephen Kopshaw, who shares insights on helping business owners achieve personal and professional freedom through his "freedom framework." Stephen emphasizes the importance of understanding one's goals, creating systematic processes, and empowering teams to suc…

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Isaiah 26:3 Deep Dive // Peace Then, Now, and Forever 25:14

3M ago25:14

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“God is the worker of salvation. God is the one who has done everything for us. And his salvation is good, and it is on offer for all of us.” — Natalie Abbott We all want peace. We need peace! And our verse this month promises just that! It's the very thing God wants to give us and all people for all time. In today's teaching episode, Natalie Abbot…

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037 - Startup Success Secrets: Entrepreneurial Insights w/ Ryan Atkinson 24:34

3M ago24:34

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Ryan Atkinson shares his journey of transitioning from a corporate job to becoming an entrepreneur. Kevin Dunlap and Ryan discuss the challenges faced when starting a new business. Ryan emphasizes the importance of having a solid business plan. They explore the role of mentorship and guidance in entrepreneurial success. Ryan talks about the signifi…

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377: Chatting about Gratitude: The Superpower That Transforms Perspectives with Victoria Lowery 45:49

3M ago45:49

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In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin, Melissa interviews Victoria, a spiritual therapist and author of the book Polly Parker Meets Her Shadow. They discuss the power of emotions and the importance of embracing them. They also talk about the concept of manifesting and how putting emotion behind our desires can help us attract what we want in…

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God, If You're There... Natalie's Story 20:01

3M ago20:01

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“I went on this quest where I was like, if there is a God, I guess I should give him a fair shake (or her or them). So I started praying every night...'God if you're there, show me who you are.'" — Natalie Abbott If you've been praying for someone who is far off from God, let this episode be an encouragement to you. Natalie Abbott (Dwell Differentl…

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The ‘Mother-Baby Dyad’ Explained: Why Postpartum Togetherness Matters With Dr. Kate Purvis 50:44

4M ago50:44

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Send us a text Welcome to our latest episode where we're joined by the inspiring Dr. Kate Purvis, a naturopathic doctor, lactation consultant, holistic sleep coach, and all-around advocate for maternal health. Dr. Kate shares her journey from conventional medicine, aspirations influenced by her family, to discovering her passion for treating patien…

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Jesus Paid It All // Rachelle Starr 33:19

4M ago33:19

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"If we believed that Jesus only died for a few of our sins, we'd still be living as captive people. But when I first understood that God remembers no more and when he sees me he sees Jesus—that changed everything about how I live, what I believe about the power of the Gospel, and what I share with people." — Rachelle Starr The blood of Jesus is eno…

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036 - Elevating Your DIY Skills with Melissa Vera 43:15

4M ago43:15

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Join us with one of our very special guests Melissa Vera. Today we will cover ... Kevin Dunlap shares his entrepreneurial journey, focusing on how to grow a business. Melissa Vera of Adventures of Frugal Mom discusses the importance of listening to one's audience and making authentic connections. Kevin visits the Wright Brothers Museum in Kitty Haw…

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Condemnation or Conviction? And How to Tell the Difference 26:18

4M ago26:18

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"The narrative that Satan tells us is that we're unforgiven, we're unforgivable, we're steeped in this, there's no way out. And when you feel that way, that's condemnation. And my encouragement is when you hear those voices that you would respond with what is true—you would respond with some of the verses that we've memorized like...'As far as the …

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035 - Proven Sales Strategies - Unlocking Business Success with Emad Alodajani 32:14

4M ago32:14

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Emad Alodajani, who resides in Saudi Arabia, shares his journey of transitioning from a steady job to pursuing entrepreneurship, focusing on the importance of understanding business fundamentals. Emad emphasizes the significance of visibility and sales in establishing a successful business, highlighting that mastering these aspects makes the entrep…

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God Belongs in Prison // Jake Bodine 35:31

4M ago35:31

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“No matter what you've done or where you've come from there is a God in heaven that loves you. And he wants to have a relationship with you." — Jake Bodine This month we're focusing on the radical, endless love and forgiveness God offers sinners. Today we're seeing that love and forgiveness through the lens of prison inmates. Jake Bodine, founder o…

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Episode 43 A Forbidden Rumspringa by Keira Andrews 47:34

4M ago47:34

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Send us a text Our last Pride Episode! To wrap it up we are exploring the world of an Amish Gay Romance! Trains! Horses! A lesson on how Saddle Grease as made! In the strict Amish settlement of Zebulon, Minnesota, every detail of life—down to the width of a hat brim—is dictated by God and the all-powerful rules of the community. There’s no rumsprin…

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034 - Expert Tips on Wealth Management – Financial Planning Advice w/ David Chudyk 31:30

4M ago31:30

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Here are the combined show notes from both segments of the podcast: Kevin Dunlap discusses the evolution and advantages of subscription-based business models, emphasizing their reliability in generating consistent revenue streams over time. David Chudyk shares insights on implementing recurring revenue models in various businesses, citing examples …

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Mom Brain: Body Image During Pregnancy and Postpartum with Cindy & Melissa 40:19

4M ago40:19

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Send us a text Join us for an intimate conversation with Melissa, a new member of the Rewire For Birth team. Dive into our candid discussion about body image throughout pregnancy and postpartum life. Key Points Discussed: Finding Confidence in VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean): Listen to one of our most downloaded episodes featuring Melissa's bir…

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Writing Your Own Birth Story with Chris Robinson and Genevieve Pellettier 54:48

4M ago54:48

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Send us a text Welcome to an intimate conversation about the highs, lows, and unexpected adventures of parenthood with stand-up comic, actor and writer Chris Robinson and his wife Genevieve Pellettier. The couple shares their personal story from discovering they were pregnant during a road trip to making choices that shaped their family life. Key T…

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