My Light Still Shines

Hey Yall! This is episode 40 (wooo hooo) so excited about this. And seriously this episode is FIRE! Gina Zeidler goes all the way in on the bible and studying it and pain and surrender. I really hope you all love this episode, I did.  Here are the links from what we spoke about. Rely on you song | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_QGGTqpKdI   Jane Johnson | Study Scripture http://janejohnson.com/how-to-study-scripture/   Sermon on Accomplishments | http://www.bereanbaptist.com/weekend-sermons/the-search-the-pursuit-of-accomplishments/280/   John Piper Sermon : http://www.desiringgod.org/messages/do-not-lose-heart    "favorite quote"    Be sure you see the word "renewed" in verse 16: "So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day." Do you see what this means? It means the refreshing, renewing, strength-giving drink you took in the morning that kept you from losing heart must be

In this episode Jena & I discuss scripture and what we see God doing in our life.  Luke 16: 10-12 NLT Genesis 21:5 Genesis 22:5   

Hey Y'all! Today on the show I chat with Moriah Sunde. Moriah and I became friends through the Influence Network. I love following her on social media because she will drop a truth bomb while feeding a baby and it doesn't even seem like the slap you needed because she is so gentle. In this episode we discuss the key distractions we encounter in our lives. I hope you enjoy this episode, as always let me know in the comments. 

Hey Y'all!. This is the last part of this series. Today we look at Martha and Mary and ask ourselves in different areas of life are we Martha or Mary? The areas i discuss in this episode are Holiday, Community, and Parenting. The scripture from this episode is Luke 10:38-42 (MSG & NLT) I hope you all enjoy this episode. Be sure to stop by Instagram and let me know what you think.   

Hey Y'all this is episode #36 with my now friend Cecelia Simon. Cecelia is a mom, wife, seminary student and Founder of the Organization Caterpillars Transformed. 

Hey Y'all! This is the part 2 of the 3 part series. In this episode I want us to listen to the passages of scripture and decide are we one of these 3 people.  1) The friends 2) The Paralyzed Man 3) The Pharisee The scriptures are  Matthew 9:1-8 Mark 2:1-12 Luke 5:18-25 Please come on over to Instagram and tell me how you felt about this episode. You don't have to share who you are just what you hear the Holy Spirit saying to you about what you heard. Thanks! 

Today I wanted to walk through the story of Jonah but in a different way. Looking at ALL the parties in the story, which one are you? Are you the captain of the ship? Are you Jonah? Lets dive in..... Jonah 1-3  

Hey Yall! Today I give insight on the brand change and how God is doing a work in my life. 

Hey Y'all! In this episode I chat with Kaylie Hodges. Kaylie is a mom of 5 and a wife. We discuss her hashtag #scatterlight and what that means to her.  Kaylie believes we are created to live in community, we are a stronger church in the fullness of the body, and we are stronger people in the wholeness of generosity!

Hey Y'all! In this episode I wanted us to really think about how forgiveness affects our life. Forgiveness is a heart thing, but it also humbles us to do what God does for us. Scriptures from this episode  Matthew 18:21-35 NLT John 8:1-11 NLT Hebrews 6:9-12 NLT Reading these scriptures Jesus gives us direct insight into how He and God view forgiveness. I know its hard and I tell you in the episode some challenges I had that were painful in dealing with forgiveness. Our gracious Father helped me overcome all the pain and He is willing to do the same for you. 

Hey Y'all! Episode 30 of course you all know I am excited. (ha ha) I think celebrating every step is important. I still don't know everything God is doing with this podcast but I truly appreciate you for listening and I pray often that it is blessing your life.  In this episode I chat with Melanie Dale. I came to know Mel, from Jamie Ivey podcast and immediately began following her on social media because I loved her personalty and great sense of humor.  In this interview we chat about her 2 books, her family life and of course how she spends time with God.  Thank you so much for listening, and I would love to hear from you about what you enjoyed in this episode. On Friday there will be a giveaway on Instagram for Melanie's new book as well as her first book. Be sure to check it out! 

In this episode I wanted us to chat about what test and trials mean for our lives. Are they helpful? Is there a lesson? DO they help us grow? Where is God in all this pain? Scriptures from this episode Mark 9:49 Mark 10: 29-31 James 1:2-4 Romans 12:12  Acts 14:22  John 16:33  

In this episode I chat with my friend Ali Grace. Ali is moving into a lot of new things in her life so we chat about how to not let new things paralyze you with fear, but how to lean into Christ and let Him guide you through. We also chat about friend life, and self care. I think you all will enjoy this episode. Let me know via Instagram. 

In this episode, I just wanted to chat with you all about securing our faith in God. Sometimes we have to flashback to a time when He brought us through. Sometimes we have to go through something for us to grow and understand Him more. I hope you enjoy this personal show, please let me know on Instagram my favorite social media platform. 

Hey Y'all! This is more of a conversation than a interview. Emily, Tiffany and I are part of a podcast mastermind group and through that group we have built a friendship that is very strong and makes you do things that scare you together. Because we all know taking a leap of faith with a friend is MUCH BETTER than going at it alone. Last week's tragic events across our nation had us taking a leap together of discussing how we felt, the difference we apparently deal with daily and how can we come out better and help others at the same time. This conversation will air on all our podcast and we hope that it blesses you in some way.  Here are links from our conversation: Links for Today: Retha's Podcast: Journey to Balance Retha on Instagram Emily's Podcast: Mom Struggling Well Emily on Instagram Tiffany's Podcast: A Mom's Mission Field Tiffany on Instagram   The Problem with Saying All Lives Matter (Relevant Magazine)   70+ Race Resources for White People   Stuff You Missed in History Class P

Hey Y'all! In this episode I chat with Ashlee Proffitt. I followed Ashlee on Instagram for a while. But after hearing her at the Influence one day conference in Charlotte, I knew I wanted to share more of her with you all. I love how much Ashlee loves the bible and she is a talker (like me) so that equals telling people all about Jesus.  In this interview we don't talk at all about her other life. Ashlee has a really great branding/coaching business. Every month she puts out a free wallpaper that you are sure to love. But if you are in need of branding help, check her out for sure. Links below.   

Hey Y'all! In this episode I chat with Christina Johnson. As a transplant ATLIEN, this was such a joy. I found Christina via Instagram but I don't follow any celebrities so i couldn't figure out for the life of me how I began to follow her. Well I finally figured it out and it was through Pastor Kim Pothier. (that was bothering me that I couldn't figure it out) ha ha Anyway I think you all will love this conversation as we chat about all of the awesome things that Christina has learned through the life challenges God has placed in her path. If you are like me and don't follow celebrities you will choose to bend that rule a little and begin to get to know Christina because she is such a absolute delight. 

Hey Y'all! In this episode I chat with my friend Lydia. Lydia is a mom to a cute bubbly 6 year old. She is a author and oh my goodness have you heard her sing? AMAZING Lydia lives in L.A. Lydia says she is a truth seeker, honest speaker and determined to help others on this journey called Life. 

Episode 22 w/ Jen Hatzung Hey Y'all! In this episode I chat with my friend Jen. She is a mom to Ellie and wife to a sailor.  Jen and I met on Instagram and quickly became friends over our love for coffee. She co-host a podcast titled She Percolates and it is absolutely wonderful. This interview is so good with beautiful nuggets about how to hold on tight to God when your going through a rough time.  This episode is sponsored by Faith & Compassion.  Fashion & Compassion is a Christian, non-profit based in Charlotte, NC, but the reach doesn't stop there. With projects in 6 different countries, Fashion & Compassion has been helping men & women around the world since 2012, by providing dignified work, supporting education, providing meals & safe housing, as well as income that supports their artisan's long-term dreams! Another great thing, is that they also donate ALL net proceeds back to their ministry partners, to further support the needs of each ar

Erin is a Instagram friend turned IRL friend. Erin is a phenomenal graphic, brand designer. She did the wonderful cover art for the podcast. In this episode we discuss how she works at her design firm Primavera Studios. I think you will love this conversation about make up, snapchat and of course Jesus.