This episode may seem heavier when you think of the subject or look at the title but honestly, recording it brought me light more than darkness. God is near those who are navigating &/or anticipating loss. 

Joel, the guest on this episode was my grandmothers hospice chaplain. I met him one time before she passed away in January & knew he was someone I wanted to have on here with me one day. My grandmother loved him instantly when she met him. She couldn't wait for me to meet Joel. I can see why after getting to know him more. Enjoy this episode. It's a little heart tugging, a little healing, & more..
Joel quotes this:

― Helen Keller

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but those who hope in the Lord (who trust in the lord)
    will renew (find new) their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
    they will run and not grow weary,
    they will walk and not be faint.


Let's talk about how to wait well! Karen Ridle is someone I'd sit at the feet of on any topic, but goodness!! This one ya'll are going to LOVE!

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📖Reflection Questions:

• What could you do to make prayer easier & more of a priority?
• What is a specific "this so that" prayer that you have today?

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✏️  Episode Notes

If you're looking for the warmest, most heartfelt conversation, then grab a cup of tea & hit play!

From conquering cancer to the authority of our words to mindset strategy to angels, Mona Lisa & I cover SO many important topics within this hour! No matter what you've already spoken or opened up in your life God is ready to walk right in. Her story is proof 💕

🧐 Reflection Questions

1- Where is fear coming from in your own life? What typically allows it in? (Habits, people, poor thoughts)

2- What do you tend to fix your focus on?

3- Fear and faith can't live in the same place, which do you spend more time operating in?

📖 Philippians 4:8-9 NIV
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. 

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🧐 Reflection Questions

• When in the past have you felt the spirit nudge or guide you? 
• How can you lean into the spirit guiding you, even if it feels a little awkward?
• What are you hopeful for right now that you can take to God through the spirit? 

💭 Thoughts

• Ask him specifically for what you're needing & trust that he's going to reveal his plans for you. 

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📖 Reflection questions:
1) What is the next thing you feel God is prompting you to do?
2) What is YOUR way of showing up in water waders as you step in that direction?


*Sermon mentioned: https://youtu.be/a3GMllbFLu0

Event coming, date TBA in SPRING of 2023 (I said 2022 by accident..got excited) 

Story was from Draw the Circle by Mark Batterson - Day 7 "Put on Waders"

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🎄 Merry Christmas 🎅

Please welcome my special guest Sean McCarthy! He is a pastor at Community Christian Church in Salisbury, MD. He's been a Salisbury resident since 93' and has been in the ministry for 20 years. I'm excited to chat with him about his message and tips on how to grow into a relationship with the Lord. 

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🙏Having a relationship with God, through Jesus' sacrifice is much different than just going to church, checking boxes, & calling it Christianity.

• Prayer is our communication line.
• Clear & consistent communication is key in a healthy relationship.
• Talk with God - clearly, honestly, & frequently.

Resources:  

• Discerning the Voice of God (book) by: Priscilla Shirer

Versions of the Bible app I love to read most:

• 👉New International Version (NIV)
• 👉The Passion Translation (TPT)
• 👉King James Version (KJV)
• 👉American Standard Version (ASV)
• 👉Tithing scriptures: Lev 27:30-34, Matt 6:21, Prov 3:9-10, 2 Cor 9:6-7
• 👉Fasting book: "Fasting" by  Jentezen Franklin

🤔Reflection questions: 

• What 1 or 2 things stood out to you most today?
• On a scale of 1 -10 how clearly & frequently do you converse with God?
• What could you do (or not do) to increase that number & enjoy your relationship with him more?

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✅Tips to draw closer to him or interrupt a not great pattern:

• Unplug. No phone. No people or other opinions. Get outside if possible.
• Submerge yourself in the word or a sermon
• Move your body 
• Church, small group, or chat with a trusted believer.

📖 Resources:

• Fervent by Priscilla Shirer
• Elevation Church
• The Bible App (You Version)

🧐 Reflection questions:

• What would it look like for me to be living FOR the Lord? Hot vs luke warm?
• Do I know God's character well enough to decipher his truth vs what's almost true?

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From pg 182 of the "Draw the Circle" prayer challenge:

"History belongs to the intercessors"

 More notes from one of my favorite books on this topic:

If you intercede for others, you'd better make sure that others are interceding for you.
Intercession is spiritual warfare. It's not for the faint. By definition, praying hard is hard. There will be times that our heart is breaking because of a prayer burden. No victory has ever been won apart from prayer & praise. 

Prayer is the pen that writes history. 

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Enjoy this episode with Ryan Hollis - centered around battling addiction &/or loving others well who are battling. Addictions come in many forms & can quickly become idols replacing our focus on the Lord. I believe this will touch every listener in a personal way ❤️

Let this song wash over you: https://youtu.be/ax1xgLTE3I4

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Nicole Gumble is one of the most solid women. She is a fierce believer, so wise, constantly sharpening me, & truly the most disciplined person I've ever met. Discipline doesn't look the same on her though because it's rooted in truth + vision. She's a mother, wife, business owner, & servant leader in many ways. 

If growing your discipline is something you desire to do spiritually &/or within your day - this episode is for you!

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When I got the idea for a podcast, my best friend Jamie was the first person I told & she said 2 things: 
1 "YESSSS Jordan! You have to do it!"
2 "I wanna be a guest!"

Well the day is finally here that she's my guest & you get to experience a normal "JT squared" chat. 

I know that you're going to love the wisdom & growing focus that Jamie Taylor & I dive into on this episode!

Thanks for being here 💕

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Let's kick off Season 2 - a season all about GROWTH! 
This one will set the tone for where we are going next: lots of testimonies that build our faith, tangible ways to become stronger in your faith, & deep talks around HUGE topics. 

Some include:
-waiting
-loss
-addictions
-discipline
-making an impact on children that will set the tone for their entire life
-understanding the enemy & identifying him 

Let's get to it!

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Quiz: https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language

The Love Language Book: 
The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts https://a.co/d/cBVba0Y

The Love Language Book for kids: 
The 5 Love Languages of Children: The Secret to Loving Children Effectively https://a.co/d/4yv88yA


Each Love Language Overview:
Acts of Service - the things you do to ease the responsibilities and burdens for others. It means a lot when someone goes out of their way to do something for someone else especially when it is a sacrifice.

Actions to avoid: laziness, broken commitments, making more work for them


Words of Affirmation - Expressing your love in sincere words & explaining the reasons why. Saying the words "I love you" is great & important but sharing WHY you love them is most important.

Actions to avoid: Insults & Criticism 


Quality Time - Spending time together while being present and giving your full undivided attention. Turn off the tv show, put away the phone, & simply be present.

Actions to avoid - distractions, postponing dates, & not listening


Receiving gifts  - Gifts & gestures that SHOW that you are known, loved, & cared for. They thrive on the thoughtfulness & effort behind a visual representation of love.

Actions to avoid: Missing birthdays or anniversaries, & thoughtless gifts


Physical tough - Physical presence & accessibility are important. They love to receive hugs, pats on the back, hold hands, & just be near others.

Actions to avoid: neglect & abuse of any kind

 
Some scriptures for each love language

Acts of Service 
Luke 10:38-42
Psalm 127: 2
Genesis 2:15
Psalm 77:12
Matthew 11:28-29
John 16:12-15


Words of Affirmation 
Psalm 139:14
Ephesians 1 & 2
1 Thessalonians 5:11
Ephesians 4:29
Proverbs 16:24
Proverbs 18:21
Psalm 19:14
Proverbs 12:18
Colossians 3:16
Ephesians 2:10


Quality Time
James 4:8 
Mark 1:35
Mark 6:30-32
Matthew 18:20


Gifts
Proverbs 11:25
Psalm 143:5
Psalm 13:6
Psalm 77:12
Matthew 25:14-30
1 Corinthians 12-14


Physical Touch
Isaiah 41:10
James 4:8 
John 15
Isaiah 30:21
Matthew 28:20
Mark 1:40-41
Luke 8:43-48


Reflection Questions:

1. How does God fill my love language?
What ways could I allow him to even more?

2. If God's love language was trust, do you show him love by trusting him? In a scale of 1-10 how much do you trust him?

Thank you for an awesome season everyone!!

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