We're Going There with Bianca Juarez

Is your mind stuck in replay telling you the same negative thoughts? Are you ready to become aware of what you tell yourself and improve your mindset? Then you’re in for a treat! Today I get to have a life-giving conversation with adoptive mom, entrepreneur, business owner, and my twin sister Jasmine Star on mindset shift. In my eyes Jasmine has always been strong-willed, a driver, and prone to success. She shares with us how she learned about fixed and growth mindset and how it has helped her become aware of the things she was repeating to herself. Her breakthrough came after having a shift from a fixed to a growth mindset. Jasmine learned to empower her brain and apply a different mindset to her situations. There are three main categories of self-doubt that a fixed mindset can keep you stuck in: 1. Over Planner 2. Treading Water 3. Destination Obsessed Friends let’s choose to learn from our challenges and write a different story. Get rid of stinking thinking by choosing the hard of change instead of the hard of stasis. I love that I get to have these conversations and share them with you! Tag me @BiancaOlthoff and @JasmineStar and let us know how you are writing a different story today. Love you friends! B RESOURCES/LINKS Jasmine Star Website B's favorite podcast episodes: From Broke to Billionaire Three Reasons Why People Get Stuck Book resources: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck Discipline Is Destiny: The Power of Self-Control by Ryan Holiday WGT Email: [email protected] Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are you doing to become the best version of yourself? Are you willing to put in the work that no one else will? I want to take you on a journey and help you discover who you can be. We all go through setbacks and failures that might push us into quitting. But keep in mind that they are part of the learning process. Challenge yourself today and take some time to rediscover who do you want to be in life by asking yourself these questions: 1. What am I happy with? 2. What do I want to do? 3. What makes me unhappy? 4. How do I view setbacks? 5. Am I willing to do the work? I know you can do this! And I’m cheering you on from the sidelines. Tag me @BiancaOlthoff I’m excited to see who you want to be in 2023. Love you friends! B RESOURCES/LINKS WGT Email: [email protected] Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you having a rocky start to your year? Does it seem like you are starting out on a crazy train? How about we start this season with a positive attitude? Having a word to reflect on throughout the year has always been pivotal in my life and I hope it is helpful to you as well. We all have good intentions when we set resolutions. But let's be honest friends, even though we started out strong, less than half of us made it to the 6-month mark. Focusing on ONE word during the entire year can be very powerful. Not only will you be able to stay focused, but you will also have direction on who you want to be and what you want to step into. Pause, think, and create a list to hone into your word. And remember, don't just be interested in it, be committed to it. Set some time by yourself, with a friend, or your date to go through these steps. I can't wait for you to tag me at @BiancaOlthoff and share what your word for this year is. Love you friends! B RESOURCES/LINKS Do You Need An Epiphany? // Enough // Matt Olthoff WGT Email: [email protected] Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you find it hard to establish boundaries? Are you sensitive about and do you struggle to have difficult conversations? Is there a part of your life that you're currently grieving? Lysa TerKeurst is an author and speaker who is tackling all these topics in her newest book. In this conversation, we cover: Defining boundaries and why we need them How boundaries can improve your relationships Tackling tough conversations and how it can provide clarity Grieving the relationships and seasons of life that come to an end Lysa's voice is one I trust and respect, especially when it comes to discussing spiritual and emotional well-being. She shares personal experiences and walks us through her process of re-establishing boundaries. Lysa gives insight into how boundaries are a biblical principle and how honoring our boundaries helps us honor others too. We also talk about acknowledging what didn't work out and grieving those things with little funerals. (Liiisten, this sounds weird but it's a game-changer!) If like me, you have a big heart and lots of feelings, I hope this episode helps you as much as it helped me. Whether you're navigating boundaries in your professional or personal life, there's something for everyone in this episode. Sometimes things don't turn out how we planned, and it's okay to grieve what you lost. Establishing boundaries as you heal can improve your relationships and help you to see all the good that's yet to come. You can tag us @BiancaOlthoff and @LysaTerKeurst, we'd love to learn more about how this episode spoke to you. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Check out Lysa’s new book: Good Boundaries and GoodbyesWGT Email: [email protected] This podcast is sponsored in part by Operation Christmas Child. Pack a shoebox! Learn more by clicking here. Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered what it's like to co-lead with family? Are you navigating a new partnership of some kind? Leadership is having influence over something, whether it's personal or professional. Matt Olthoff, a.k.a. my husband, and I co-lead The Father's House OC together. We are sharing our experiences and the lessons learned on: • Planting a church • Working together in partnership • What our leadership looks like • Defining individual responsibility Matt's heart for people makes him a great leader. His leadership has impacted me, in marriage and in building a church. We define what leadership is and how we're working together to redefine co-leadership in ministry as a couple. Creating equal opportunity for men and women in ministry is something we care about deeply. Matt empowers me to be a better leader and I am grateful for the journey we've been on. One thing we know for sure is that we are better together. My hope is that as you listen, you'll be able to hear a different perspective on co-leadership. Whether you're learning how to navigate working with people at your job or looking for ways to communicate better in your relationships, there's something for everyone in this podcast. God made us individually and with purpose and we all bring something different to the table. When we collaborate with others in the community, I believe that we can work at our best. You can tag us @BiancaOlthoff and @MattOlthoff, we'd love to know how this episode spoke to you. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS WGT Email: [email protected] This podcast is sponsored in part by Operation Christmas Child. Pack a shoebox! Learn more by clicking here. Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever been hurt by someone gossiping about you? Are you guilty of talking about someone behind their back? Gossip is running rampant in today's world, both online and in person and we're going to tackle it in this episode. In this episode, I will: Define gossip and different types of gossipers Explain why we shouldn't gossip, from a biblical perspective Why people may feel the need to gossip How we can actively fight against gossip culture Gossip has become a part of everyday life, whether defined as a water cooler moment with colleagues in the office or chatting about someone else's business with friends. It can also be found online when scrolling through tabloids and social media. While it might seem innocent, it can be hurtful, lead to wild assumptions and cause division in relationships. I'll explain what gossip is and the damage it can cause. I’ll also cover what the Bible says about gossip as well as how gossip is showing up in the [capital C] Church. My heart and my hope is that as you listen, you'll reflect on this topic and have the courage to call out gossip when you see it in real time. Let's instead be generous with encouragement, it goes much further and will have a positive impact on someone's life. You can tag me @biancaolthoff, I'd love to know how this episode spoke to you! Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Keeping It G // Gossip + Guile // Issues We Don’t Talk About // Bianca Olthoff This podcast is sponsored in part by Operation Christmas Child. Pack a shoebox! Learn more by clicking here. WGT Email: [email protected] Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you know God's true nature? Ever wondered how God sees you? Is there a God calling on your life? Lisa Bevere is joining me on the podcast to unpack all these topics. We dive deep into: • God's true nature • The power of your YES to God • Why it's important to speak the truth in love • Being anointed by God and working in partnership with Him Lisa is an author, a speaker, and a leader who has spent decades encouraging and empowering people to walk in their purpose. During our conversation, Lisa shares her thoughts on modern Christianity and the importance of knowing the Word of God. She speaks candidly about being anointed by God and working with Him on purpose and for His purpose. Lisa has her ear to the ground and isn't afraid to give us a reality check. Something I love about Lisa's writing and perspective is that it always speaks to God's true nature. It's the reminder that God made each of us uniquely and cultivated a specific purpose for each of our lives. My heart and my hope is that as you listen, you’ll remember that you are a child of God and that you are significant. There’s an assignment on this earth that only you can fulfil. Tag us @biancaolthoff and @LisaBevere, we’d love to see what you're called to and what embracing God's plan looks like for you. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Lisa Bevere’s Devotional - Fiercely Loved: God's Wild Thoughts about You Lisa Bevere’s Books WGT Email: [email protected] This podcast is sponsored in part by Operation Christmas Child. Pack a shoebox! Learn more by clicking here. Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you a self-professed control freak? Does the thought of letting someone else take the lead stresses you out? Is there a strong inner critic that you constantly battle with? Sharon Hodde Miller is an author and a co-pastor alongside her husband. She has wrestled with control in the past and will share with us ways we can tackle our own need for control in an upfront but loving way. In this conversation, we talk about: • Defining control and our desire to be in control • Letting go of the need to control everything • The struggle of the inner critic • The power of our God-given agency Sharon shares her experiences in hopes of helping others navigate their relationship with control. She explains that there is power in letting go of control and learning to not be attached to outcomes. We also discuss establishing boundaries and embracing our God-given agency. As you listen, I hope you'll meet yourself with kindness and take a look at your relationship with control. While we can't control everything - we can be certain of one thing... God is perfect and makes no mistakes. You can tag us @biancaolthoff and @sharonhmiller, we'd love to hear how this podcast spoke to you! Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Sharon Hodde Miller’s Book: The Cost of Control: Why We Crave It, the Anxiety It Gives Us, and the Real Power God Promises WGT Email: [email protected] This podcast is sponsored in part by Operation Christmas Child. Pack a shoebox! Learn more by clicking here. Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you feel stuck through obligation and not obedience? Are you looking for ways to be more creative? Does it sometimes feel like no one understands your perspective? DOE is a singer-songwriter with a pastor's heart and her unique voice is what makes her unforgettable. In this conversation, we talk about: • Growing up in ministry and pursuing God's calling • Obligation vs obedience • Trusting God's character and the desires He placed in your heart • Creativity in all its forms • Making the most of your time while being single DOE is known for her unique voice and beautiful melodies, but she's also accomplished outside of her career in music. She's got three degrees, worked as a youth pastor and even has an Uber license! DOE speaks about a season of transition and stepping out as a solo artist. After spending much of her life in ministry with her family, she wanted to explore new things. What I love about DOE's story is that she embraced her individuality and knew that her differences were the very things God could use for His glory. I hope that as you listen, you'll reflect on the things you really want to do and then have the courage to boldly pursue them. Because where God guides, He provides! You can tag us @biancaolthoff and @doejonesmusic, we'd love to learn about your God dream and the things that make you... YOU! Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Doe Jones Music Podcast music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered if there’s a correct way to pray? Do you sometimes wish there was a cheat sheet for prayer? Are you waiting for God to answer a specific prayer? Chad Veach is the faith-filled, fun-loving pastor of ZOE Church LA who can speak to all thing’s prayer. In this conversation, we talk about: • Understanding what prayer is and why we should pray • The ways God answers prayer • How prayer changes us individually • Embracing the blessings in our lives Chad is a church leader, author and friend who has a refreshing perspective on prayer that’s been cultivated through personal experience. During this episode, Chad lays out the formula for how to pray and reminds us why we should. He also speaks about the ways in which God responds to our prayers. Something I loved about this conversation was how practical it was - Chad shares ways in which we can be intentional with prayer in our daily lives. My heart and my hope is that as you listen, you’ll remember that prayer is simply communication with God. Whether it’s through talking, journaling or walking, prayer changes us and makes us better. You can tag us @biancaolthoff and @chadveach, we'd love to see what prayer looks like in your life. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Chad Veach Book - Worried about Everything Because I Pray about Nothing: How to Live with Peace and Purpose Instead of Stress and Burnout Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why don't we talk about alcoholism in the church? Is there a way to overcome the shame we feel from addiction? Is there really a chance for wholeness and recovery? Irene Rollins is a pastor-turned-author who is shedding light on these topics and breaking the stigma around the church and its relationship with addiction issues. In this episode, I'm chatting with Irene about: • Dealing with alcoholism in the church • Identifying addiction issues and active recovery • Having a safe community to heal with • Supporting people impacted by addiction Irene is in recovery from an alcohol addiction and has been sober for a number of years. She talks openly about how unresolved trauma, insecurity and a hard season of life led to a dependence on alcohol. During our conversation, Irene shares her story and how her issues with alcohol impacted her personal and professional life. This conversation is shared with the intention of creating a dialogue around how the church deals with addiction issues. As you listen, I hope you'll see that help is available to those who need it and that recovery is possible with the right resources and support. So, whether you're looking for healing or trying to better understand how you can support someone through addiction, this episode is for you. You can tag us @biancaolthoff and @irenerollins, we'd love to find out how this podcast spoke to you. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Irene Rollins Book - Reframe Your Shame: Experience Freedom from What Holds You Back Treatment / Therapy Programs: The Meadows Texas Celebrate Recovery Alcoholics Anonymous Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does the American Dream look like? How does a family build a legacy? Is there a way to fulfill the desires God put in your heart? Bricia Lopez can speak to all of this as a chef, author and entrepreneur who is bringing a taste of Mexico to mainstream food culture. In this episode, I'm chatting with Bricia about: · Her family and their American Dream · Growing up in Mexico and immigrating to the U.S. · Helping to establish a family business and building a legacy · Bringing Mexican culture into the U.S. and attaining mainstream accolade As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on the podcast, I'm exploring the concept and realities of the American Dream with Bricia. During our conversation, Bricia shares the story of her family and how they established a successful Oaxacan restaurant in Los Angeles. She speaks openly about the challenges they faced along the way as well as the huge success they've attained for their authenticity. Something that's special about Bricia's perspective is that she continues to build her family's legacy alongside her siblings. My heart and my hope is that as you listen, you'll learn about a new culture and that you'd give yourself permission to dream. Ideating is a free gift given to us and if God's put a desire in your heart, chances are you're the person to see it through to completion. Below you'll find one of Bricia's favorite recipes, so I'd love for you to recreate it and discover a tasty new Mexican dish. You can tag us @biancaolthoff and @bricialopez, we'd love to see what food and dreams you cook up after this episode. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Oaxaca: Home Cooking from the Heart of Mexico Salsa Borracha Recipe Ingredients · 1 pound tomatillos, husked and rinsed · 6 morita chiles (you may substitute with ¼ ounce chipotle chiles), destemmed · 2 cloves garlic, peeled · 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar · 2 tablespoons mezcal · 2 bay leaves · Sea salt Instructions · Preheat your oven’s broiler to its highest setting · Place the tomatillos on a baking sheet with a rim, on your broiler’s highest rack, and broil for 20 minutes, mixing them around at the 10-minute mark to make sure all of the tomatillos are cooking evenly. The tomatillos should be lightly charred and change color to a light yellow. Set aside. · Meanwhile, in a comal or cast-iron skillet over medium heat, toast the dried chiles and garlic until slightly charred and fragrant. This should take about 30 seconds for the chiles and about 5 minutes for the garlic. · Bring about a cup of water to a boil. Pour the boiling water into a bowl, add the toasted chiles, let them sit for about 20 minutes or until they are soft and tender. Drain and set aside. · In a blender, combine the reserved tomatillos, chiles, and garlic with the apple cider vinegar, mezcal, 2 tablespoons of water, and the bay leaves. Blend until smooth. Taste for salt and serve. · This salsa will stay fresh in the refrigerator for a week. Pollo Enchipotlado or Chicken in a Creamy Chipotle Sauce Recipe Ingredients · 1 (2 pound) whole chicken, butchered into 8 pieces · Sea salt · Black peppercorns, freshly ground · 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard · 5 ¼ cups chopped tomatoes · ½ small white onion, chopped · 4 cloves garlic, peeled · 1 tablespoon olive oil · 1 tablespoon butter · 3 whole chipotles in adobo, plus 2 tablespoons... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you in a season of discovering God’s plan for your life? Have you heard the term ‘living by my truth’ in mainstream media or on social media? Is the church struggling to clearly define God’s will? Jada Edwards is a straight-shooting, truth-telling, speaker, Bible teacher and author. She can speak to defining truth from a personal and biblical standpoint. In this conversation, we talk about: Defining truth in culture and on social media The danger of using the phrase ‘living my truth’ How to define truth as a Christian and understanding God’s will The importance of being led by the Holy Spirit Jada’s leadership and ministry have been a blessing to me and The Father’s House OC. She has her ear to the ground and communicates in an honest, direct and loving manner. Jada shares her thoughts on truth in culture and in the church. Throughout this podcast, Jada provides context and shares personal experiences in defining truth. As you listen, I hope you’ll begin to see what God’s truth is for your life. Jada is a friend and I trust that her thought leadership will encourage you to lean into what God wants for you. While it might not always be easy, there is peace and joy in fulfilling the call on your life friend! You can tag us @biancaolthoff and @jada_edwards on social media. We’d love to know how this conversation has impacted you. Love you, BRESOURCES/LINKS Books by Jada Edwards The Jada Edwards Podcast Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever grappled with lustful thoughts or actions? Do you struggle with intimacy and romantic connections? Are you wondering if there is redemption for you? Manda Carpenter and Matt Droguett have both walked through these exact things. While their experiences are different, they both found wholeness through faith (and therapy). In this conversation, we talk about: • Male and female perspectives of struggling with lust and porn • The impact lust has on romantic relationships and expectations • Healing found through honest conversations and asking for help • Struggles and reality of being a Christian in today’s world Manda walked through a season of seeking external validation which led to infidelity in her marriage. She talks openly about the web of guilt and shame that kept her entangled. Manda shares how one honest conversation, led to healing and restoration in her marriage. Matt spent a number of years silently struggling with a desire to look at explicit content. After breaking the cycle, he began to live in wholeness and now helps others do the same. This conversation and space were created to shed light on a topic that so many struggle with. As you listen, I hope you’ll feel less alone or better equipped to help someone you know who is going through this. Remember that there’s freedom and grace found in the name of Jesus. You can tag us @biancaolthoff, @mandacarpenter and @mattdroguett on social media. We’d love to hear how this episode spoke to you. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Manda Carpenter’s book: Soul Care to Save Your Life Matt Droguett’s course: Ditch Porn and Reclaim Your Life & Use Code: TFHOC Women’s Conference at TFHOC – Breathe Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever had a moment where instead of believing the best, you assume the worst? In today’s episode I share another bonus teaching on why every thought that comes to your mind matters. We can train our minds with the wrong things, or we can train our minds with the Truth. What goes into our minds will come out in our life. To change your mind and change your life, you need to rewrite and retrain your brain with the Truth of the Word of God. Meditate on the Word by: 1. Seeking out the Truth of God 2. Writing out the Truth of God 3. Declaring the Truth of God 4. Believing the Truth of God Be transformed by renewing your mind with the power of the Truth of God's Word. I hope this bonus episode has helped you in some way. You can tag me @biancaolthoff and let me know truth of the Word of God is helping you to demolish strongholds. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS The Father’s House Orange County What Were You Thinking // Changing Your Brain // Mind Games // Bianca Olthoff Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Has your amygdala ever waged war with your thoughts? Do you need to learn how to take your thoughts captive in a chokehold? Friends, I’m sharing a bonus episode today from a teaching on the greatest weapon at our disposal. That weapon is: PRAYER! How do you overcome and win the battle in your brain? You take captive every thought and make it obedient to God. Neurotheology teaches us that: · Prayer changes your brain. · Prayer encourages neuroplasticity and our brain gets better. · Prayer affects our behavior. Don't let negative thoughts harm your brain. Allow positive thoughts to heal your brain. Come boldly before the throne of God and touch His hearth through prayer. I hope this bonus episode has helped you in some way. You can tag me @biancaolthoff and let me know how you are waging war against your negative thoughts. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS The Father’s House Orange County Your Tool for Survival // The Brain, Anxiety, and Prayer // Mind Games // Bianca Olthoff Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be part of a power couple in Hollywood? Do you struggle to walk by faith and not by sight? Alexa and Carlos PenaVega can speak to both of those experiences. They have been married for several years and consciously make faith-filled decisions. In this episode, I'm talking to the PenaVega’s about: - Being a Christian in Hollywood - Family values and prioritizing their marriage - Working together in partnership - How they came up with their last name PenaVega The couple grew up in the public eye. Alexa found fame from her role in Spy Kids, while Carlos joined the Big Time Rush franchise. During our conversation, Alexa and Carlos share the genesis of their love story and how they have built a Godly relationship. They speak openly about how they prioritize their family life and the sacrifices they've made. While it may seem untraditional to some, the PenaVega’s offer a refreshing perspective on what real love and real faith look like. If you know me, you know that I love LOVE. So, whether you're single or in a committed relationship, my hope is that as you listen you'll be reminded that love is one of the greatest gifts that God has given us. You can tag us @biancaolthoff, @vegaalexa and @therealcarlospena, let us know what you loved and you could win a copy of their new book! Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Book: What If Love Is The Point? Living for Jesus in a Self-Consumed World Heaven In Your Home Podcast (mentioned by Alexa) Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you looking for ways to deal with your mental and emotional health? Have you ever considered going to therapy? Confronting inner struggles may sound overwhelming but it can change your life for the better. In this episode, I'm talking with actor turned author, Zachary Levi about Therapy and the positive impact it's had on his personal and professional life Why it's important to deal with generational cycles Breaking stigmas surrounding vulnerability Known for his leading roles in American Underdog and DC superhero movie Shazam, Zachary has gained mainstream popularity and has a huge following. During our conversation, Zachary shares his story in hopes that it will help others. We discuss the difficulty he had in his childhood and the impact of generational trauma. Something profound about Zachary's experience is the healing that took place when he went to therapy and got the help that he needed. Zachary also shares his journey of faith and how God met him where he was in his moment of need. As you listen, I hope you gain the courage and bravery of a superhero and remember that there's a God who loves you as you are. You can tag us @biancaolthoff and @zacharylevi on social media, we'd love to find out what you've learned from this episode. Love you, B Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is the idea of manifesting your own future appealing to you? Are you wondering if horoscopes, crystals, burning sage and similar practices can help you achieve more in life? Today I'm chatting with author, pastor and talk show host, Stephanie Ike. Stephanie speaks frankly and concisely about popular new age practices and the importance of knowing the voice of God. Some of the topics we will discuss are: · Clarity on counterfeit ideology · The truth about spiritual fluidity · Discerning right from wrong in today's culture As you settle into this conversation, I encourage you to listen with open ears and an open heart. There is so much more to this topic and my hope is that this conversation helps you in some way. I'd love to hear from you and find out what you took away from this episode. Don't forget to tag us on social media @BiancaOlthoff and @StephanieIke. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS The Same Room Hearing The Voice of God - Stephanie Ike & Dante Bowe Friends, New Age ideology might be new or confusing. I've curated four articles to breakdown, explain, or clarify what New Age ideology is and why it is contrary to Biblical belief. XO Articles: · Understanding New Age · Do We FIght With Oprah and New Age · Should Christians Reject New Ageism? · Defending the Faith: Apologetics and New Age Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you waiting for something? Have you wondered if your dreams will ever come to pass? Waiting seasons can feel long and tedious but we're offering a fresh take in this episode. In this conversation, I'm talking with therapist and author, Barb Hill about: · Transformation that takes place in the wait · Validating our experiences, past and present · How we can become active participants in our lives Barb is a friend and we've walked through waiting seasons together; she's got a lot of insight on this topic and has beautifully unpacked it in this podcast. We discuss how to look at waiting in a new way, how waiting can positively impact our lives and the power of being present. It's also important to validate the difficulty that comes with waiting and the grief of not yet being completely fulfilled. Barb also shares practical ways to embrace the wait, whether that's through being in community or moving away from assumptions. As you wait for that new job, physical healing, marriage or family reconciliation, my hope is that you'll begin to see waiting in a new way. Don't forget to tag us @biancaolthoff and @barbs_hill on social media, we'd love to find out what you've learned and believe with you in your wait. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Book - Seasons of Waiting: An Invitation to Hope Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leadership and influence are two words that are often tossed around in church culture. At times, it can be difficult to connect with these terms, particularly if you can't identify where you can lead or influence others in your life. But what if I told you that you were a leader and that you had your own sphere of influence? Today I'm chatting with pastor, author, and world-class leader Pastor Craig Groeschel about those very things. In this episode, Pastor Craig shares his wisdom and helps us define the "IT" factor and what “IT” looks like, practically speaking. He talks about what healthy church leadership looks like from his own perspective as well as ways we can apply these insights to our own lives. Leadership looks different for everyone, and we all have opportunities to influence others in our day-to-day living. Pastor Craig also talks about casting vision and why we should create a vision for every area of life. You can find out more in his new book “Lead Like It Matters”. As you listen, I hope you can begin to identify your leadership capabilities and ways that you can be empowered to lead life well. I believe that YOU are an influencer! Share how you are influencing others in your daily walk and tag us on social media @BiancaOlthoff and @CraigGroeschel. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Books: Lead Like It Matters: 7 Leadership Principles for a Church That Lasts *Pre-order the book and get a free 8 Session Video bonus resource. Winning The War In Your Mind: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life Dangerous Prayers: Because Following Jesus Was Never Meant To Be Safe Hope In The Dark: Believing God Is Good When Life Is Not Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FDo you want meaningful friendships? Have you struggled to meet new friends in your current season of life? How to MAKE and KEEP friends are what we are talking about on this episode! In this conversation, I’ll be talking about · How to build friendships · What are the ingredients for long-lasting relationships · When should we let a relationship end And who better to talk about this than with my closest friends, Jasmine Star, Brianna Glenn, and Melanie Nyema. I may describe ourselves as the Hot Mess Express, but we've maintained our bond for over two decades. It hasn't always been easy, but we have supported one another through many different seasons of life. We exchange stories, talk about our memories together and share the lessons we've learned from our friendship. My hope is that as you listen and walk away with practical knowledge that you can apply to your own friendships. Whether you're dealing with friendship conflict, trying to make time for your friends or looking to build new, intentional friendships, there's something here for you. I'd love to see what your friendships look like and hear about what your friends mean to you. So, don't forget to tag me @biancaolthoff, I can't wait to learn about your nearest and dearest. Thank you for being a friend to me! How about you show your friends some love and set some time aside to catch up and listen to this episode together. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS: Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friends, have you ever found yourself thinking "I guess I haven't learned that yet"? We can make plans and set goals but sometimes life happens, and we find ourselves in a situation we didn't see coming. In today’s episode, I’m talking with writer and storyteller, Shauna Niequist. Throughout our conversation, you'll hear Shauna unpacked this very concept. She talks about the art of gathering around a table, moving her family to New York and mourning the identities that we outgrow. Shauna also shares her perspective on rediscovery and embracing new seasons of life. There is power in putting down the ideas of how others perceive us and simply living as who we are truly meant to be. Just like a lovingly home-cooked meal, Shauna has all the elements to truly satisfy your soul. We'd love to see you recreate the meal that Shauna shared in this episode! Don't forget to tag us @BiancaOlthoff and @sniequist. If this podcast inspired you in some way, pass it on to a friend, because sharing is caring! Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS: Shauna’s Book: I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet: Discovering New Ways of Living When the Old Ways Stop Working Shauna’s Hearty Italian Stew Ingredients Onions Shallots Garlic Carrots Tomatoes Fennel Sausage White beans Spinach Lots of Parmesan Use a soup stock of your preference. Combine all ingredients. Add salt or Italian spices to taste. Sides Loaf of Sourdough Bread Green Salad Vinaigrette made with wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar or lemon juice Drinks Sparkling water Red wine Dessert Blackberries A couple of bars of dark chocolate broken up into pieces Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Friends! Oftentimes, grief is a process associated with major life-altering situations such as the death of a loved one or a traumatic experience. But there are also smaller instances where feelings of loss can occur, for example, losing a job or a friendship breakup. In today's episode I'm talking about ways we can deal with grief and loss. As we settle into this conversation my heart and my hope is that you can begin to identify areas in your life where you may need to grieve. Or perhaps you've been in a season of loss, and you can find some healing from this conversation. So, whether you're accepting the loss of a dream, beginning a healing journey, or looking for a way to support a loved one through grief, this podcast is for you. As you listen, I hope you can find your shalom and allow God to heal your hurt. Don't forget to tag me @BiancaOlthoff to let me know what healing looks like for you. Love you, ?? B RESOURCES/LINKS: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/22/well/what-happens-in-the-body-during-grief.html Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Friends! I hope you came ready to laugh! In today’s episode I chat with Yvonne Orji, an Emmy-nominated Nigerian American actress, writer and comedian. She entertains international audiences and is a sought-after speaker. Her TEDx talk; “The Wait Is Sexy,” has garnered over a million views. In this episode, I get to ask Yvonne the perennial question: Does God have a sense of humor? I’m a firm believer that God not only has a sense of humor but has a great sense of humor. As someone who values humor, wit, and banter, I’ve come to see it reflected in Scripture from the One who created the world. Whether you believe in God or not, Jesus longs to have a relationship with you! So, I can’t imagine that if we, His most valuable creation, have wide varieties of humor that range through individual personalities, that the God of the universe, who created us in His image, does not have one. I hope you enjoy listening to Yvonne as much as I enjoyed interviewing her. Do me a favor, take notes, laugh, and tag @YvonneOrji and I @BiancaOlthoff, on Instagram to win a copy of her fabulous book! Love you, B RESOURCES: Yvonne Orji Book: Bamboozled By Jesus: How God Tricked Me into the Life of My Dreams https://www.yvonneorji.com/ The wait is sexy | Yvonne Orji | TEDxWilmingtonSalon: https://youtu.be/8zw7AXwnb8M Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Friends! We’ve all gone through hard seasons in life. And some of us have even been through a season wanting to fulfill a dream or get a promotion or the family that we’ve always wanted and then not being able to get what we want when it seems like we’re almost there. In today’s episode, my guest Jordan Lee Dooley will be sharing with us some practical steps on how to navigate painful setbacks and hardships. Jordan shares how difficult experiences, waiting seasons, and our greatest disappointments can bring clarity to what we really want in life. If you find yourself frustrated because you are not where you thought you should be in life, this episode is for you. Life is filled with unmet expectations, disrupted dreams, uncertainty, and in-between seasons. Lean in and listen to how Jordan’s experiences taught her to take a long pause, audit her life, and learn how to gain greater clarity about what she truly wanted, why she wanted it, and how to begin pursuing it. Friend, if you are in a season of in-betweens, not-quites, and unknowns you are not alone. You belong to this community and we’re here for you. Let Jordan know how this episode has impacted you by tagging us @BiancaOlthoff and @JordanLeeDooley Talk to you next week, friend! Love you, B LINKS / RESOURCES: Book - Embrace Your Almost: https://jordanleedooley.com/eya Safe Families for Children: https://safe-families.org/ Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Family! Welcome back to a new season of the podcast. On today’s episode we are kicking off season FIVE with the incomparable and uber talented Tasha Cobbs Leonard. I’m excited to jump into today’s interview and topic at hand. I’m sure you’ve seen or heard the phrase BossBabe or GirlBoss. Women are using the tags on photos that demonstrate their professional or personal strength, fearlessness, successes, and ambition, and desire to lift up others in the process. But something about those titles and ethos rubbed me the wrong way. It seems that by having to identify ourselves as GIRLBOSS and shouting our girl-ness and boss-ness from the hashtag rooftops that we’re overcompensating for something – why not just show your success by being a good boss. Tasha could use the hashtag all day everyday of BossBabe, but instead she uses her entrepreneurial, pastoral, and creative prowess to SHOW not tell. I can’t wait for you to get to know and love this beautiful and talented woman of God. Take notes and quotes and tag us @BiancaOlthoff and @TashaCobbsLeonard on social media so we can repost your learnings. I love when our guests know the impact they are having! I can't wait to see what you're learning and loving about this series. Love you, B LINKS / RESOURCES: TashaCobbsLeonard.com Tasha and Kenneth Leonard - The Purpose Place Church Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi friends! We are on a break from our regularly scheduled podcast but between now and when we start our next season, I wanted to pop in and spread some love. If you're new around the podcast, let me welcome you and let you know that I'm excited that you've joined us for our podcast party! It's in my honor to create content that equips and inspires you. I decided to go back to my roots. At my core, I’m a word nerd and Bible teacher so I'm sharing some teachings from the book of James that both Matt and I shared at The Father's House Orange County back in 2020. Yes, the year of the pandemic. You also get access to a Bible study guide for the series that will help you in your journey through the book of James, and it's absolutely FREE. Send an email [email protected] to get your PDF today. And if you enjoy the podcast, it would be amazing if you left a positive review and subscribed to the podcast so you don't miss one episode. I hope you enjoy the series and I can't wait for season five. If there was more in season four then there is a vibe in season five! Love you friends! 🖤 B RESOURCES: Email [email protected] to get your James Series Guide https://tfhoc.org/ Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My Friends! We’re Going There Podcast has hit 1 MILLION downloads and we are here to celebrate!🎉 I took a pause from my day and hopped on a quick call with my twin sister Jasmine Star to process and savor this moment. You know why? Because I wanted to create an Ebenezer moment. A moment that I can look back to and remember how good God has been in my life. But friends, this moment would not have been possible without YOU! I’m so grateful to all of the faithful listeners and for the not-so-faithful listeners too. Because everyone that’s clicked to listen to any of the episodes on any of the platforms has been a part of this milestone. THANK YOU!!! I had a BIG dream, but I got here by starting small. I took the small step of looking up what the beginner podcasting equipment was, and bought it. That step created a ripple effect as I continued to take step after step to launch this podcast. And today, I’m celebrating 1 Million downloads. Yay! If you have listened to 1 of the one million downloaded episodes, share with me what your #1 step is going to be as you pursue your dream. Post on your Stories what your #1 step is and tag me @BiancaOlthoff on it. Like my sister Jasmine said: You need to be ok with having the courage to put yourself out there and be publicly accountable and you need to be ok with being mediocre. You also need to be ok with God blessing what you’re doing to get to step #2. I’ll be cheering you on from the sidelines! Love you friends! 🖤 B RESOURCES: What’s your #1 step? Tag me at http://instagram.com/biancaolthoff Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi friends! We are on a break from our regularly scheduled podcast but between now and when we start our next season, I wanted to pop in and spread some love. If you're new around the podcast, let me welcome you and let you know that I'm excited that you've joined us for our podcast party! It's in my honor to create content that equips and inspires you. I decided to go back to my roots. At my core, I’m a word nerd and Bible teacher so I'm sharing some teachings from the book of James that both Matt and I shared at The Father's House Orange County back in 2020. Yes, the year of the pandemic. You also get access to a Bible study guide for the series that will help you in your journey through the book of James, and it's absolutely FREE. Send an email [email protected] to get your PDF today. And if you enjoy the podcast, it would be amazing if you left a positive review and subscribed to the podcast so you don't miss one episode. I hope you enjoy the series and I can't wait for season five. If there was more in season four then there is a vibe in season five! Love you friends! 🖤 B RESOURCES: Email [email protected] to get your James Series Guide https://tfhoc.org/ Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi friends! We are on a break from our regularly scheduled podcast but between now and when we start our next season, I wanted to pop in and spread some love. If you're new around the podcast, let me welcome you and let you know that I'm excited that you've joined us for our podcast party! It's in my honor to create content that equips and inspires you. I decided to go back to my roots. At my core, I’m a word nerd and Bible teacher so I'm sharing some teachings from the book of James that both Matt and I shared at The Father's House Orange County back in 2020. Yes, the year of the pandemic. You also get access to a Bible study guide for the series that will help you in your journey through the book of James, and it's absolutely FREE. Send an email [email protected] to get your PDF today. And if you enjoy the podcast, it would be amazing if you left a positive review and subscribed to the podcast so you don't miss one episode. I hope you enjoy the series and I can't wait for season five. If there was more in season four then there is a vibe in season five! Love you friends! 🖤 B RESOURCES: Email [email protected] to get your James Series Guide https://tfhoc.org/ Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi friends! We are on a break from our regularly scheduled podcast but between now and when we start our next season, I wanted to pop in and spread some love. If you're new around the podcast, let me welcome you and let you know that I'm excited that you've joined us for our podcast party! It's in my honor to create content that equips and inspires you. I decided to go back to my roots. At my core, I’m a word nerd and Bible teacher so I'm sharing some teachings from the book of James that both Matt and I shared at The Father's House Orange County back in 2020. Yes, the year of the pandemic. You also get access to a Bible study guide for the series that will help you in your journey through the book of James, and it's absolutely FREE. Send an email [email protected] to get your PDF today. And if you enjoy the podcast, it would be amazing if you left a positive review and subscribed to the podcast so you don't miss one episode. I hope you enjoy the series and I can't wait for season five. If there was more in season four then there is a vibe in season five! Love you friends! 🖤 B RESOURCES: Email [email protected] to get your James Series Guide https://tfhoc.org/ Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi friends! We are on a break from our regularly scheduled podcast but between now and when we start our next season, I wanted to pop in and spread some love. If you're new around the podcast, let me welcome you and let you know that I'm excited that you've joined us for our podcast party! It's in my honor to create content that equips and inspires you. I decided to go back to my roots. At my core, I’m a word nerd and Bible teacher so I'm sharing some teachings from the book of James that both Matt and I shared at The Father's House Orange County back in 2020. Yes, the year of the pandemic. You also get access to a Bible study guide for the series that will help you in your journey through the book of James, and it's absolutely FREE. Send an email [email protected] to get your PDF today. And if you enjoy the podcast, it would be amazing if you left a positive review and subscribed to the podcast so you don't miss one episode. I hope you enjoy the series and I can't wait for season five. If there was more in season four then there is a vibe in season five! Love you friends! 🖤 B RESOURCES: Email [email protected] to get your James Series Guide https://tfhoc.org/ Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to our LAST episode of season 4! Today, thanks to the help of author, poet, and Bible teacher Jackie Hill Perry, we are going to talk about moving from basic to holy. In short, holiness is doing things that please God. It’s what you do with your time and your actions. It is living to please God—and it bears fruit! You live holy because you are motivated by your relationship with and love for your heavenly Father. Of all the goals we have for our life, the most important is to pursue holiness because it is God’s goal for our life. If we truly love God we will commit to making holiness the primary purpose of our life. I was excited to have JHP on the show. As always, I LOVE giving away some of my favorite resources to podcast listeners. When you share this podcast on social media and tag @jackiehillperry and @biancaolthoff to be entered to win one of five books from her newest book, Holier Than Thou. Friends, without you, we would not have 70 episodes. I’m honored to be your friend from afar. Let’s stay connected via social media @BiancaOlthoff or through the teachings from The Father’s House OC on YouTube. I love you, friends! 🖤 B RESOURCES: Jackie Hill Perry book: Holier Than Thou: How God's Holiness Helps Us Trust Him Holy Spirit Series - Episodes 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41 Love Is Series videos and PDF - https://www.biancaolthoff.com/love Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” --- This episode is sponsored by Athletic Greens • Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/WGT --- This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp • We're Going There listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/wgt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Loss is a common source for stress. Even in the greatest season of loss, you’ll never lose God’s presence. The key to going through the valley of the shadow of death is to turn your back to the shadow and look at the light. Trust God in your dark valleys. Keep your eyes on The Light of the world - Jesus! 🖤 B Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello Friends! Having a peaceful life is something many of us strive for and in a world full of distractions and chaos, it can be hard to learn how to find it. In today’s episode, I’m talking with writer and mixed-media artist, Morgan Harper Nichols. Throughout our conversation, you’ll hear about how Morgan embraces her artistic nature and how her work is bringing peace to people across the globe. Morgan speaks about her journey of expressing creativity in childhood and how it’s evolved into the different types of art that she’s released. We also discuss Morgan’s diagnosis of autism in adulthood and how it empowered her to articulate how she’d been feeling for so long. My heart and my hope is that you find peace today, what is something that brings you peace? I’d love for you to share it on social media, you can tag us @BiancaOlthoff and @MorganHarperNichols. I can’t wait to see what peace looks like for you. If this podcast inspired you in some way, pass it on to a friend, because sharing is caring! Love you, 🖤 B RESOURCES: Morgan Harper Nichols book: Peace Is A Practice - https://morganharpernichols.com/peaceisapractice Love Is Series videos and PDF - https://www.biancaolthoff.com/love Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” --- This episode is sponsored by Athletic Greens • Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/WGT --- This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp • We're Going There listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/wgt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You don’t need to handle rude people. God’s got it! Don’t use up all of your energy defending yourself. God is your Defender. You are most like Jesus, when you remain silent when under attack. God won’t let you down. Trust Him to be your Defender today! 🖤 B Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Friends! Today is the final episode of Love Is, a six-day podcast special about love, dating and sex. We've delved into defining love, singleness, dating, sex, intimacy and we're closing out with a conversation about communication. Communication is a crucial component in having a healthy relationship and it's something that not everyone is well versed in. So many people, both men and women struggle to vocalize their desires or even ask for clarity. This can come down to different factors such as our culture, history, psychology or simple insecurity. Wouldn't it be nice if we had permission to say everything that we wanted? Well, we do! And you know I'm going to back it up with some Bible. One of my favorite Bible characters is Ruth, and when it came to her relationship with Boaz, she was smart, she was direct, she was clear. My hope is that after listening to this episode, you'll know how to have a DTR aka defining the relationship talk. We're going to learn how to have a DTR, when to have a DTR and also how NOT to have a DTR. Don't forget to share this podcast and the Love Is resources with your friends, community group and family. You can tag me @BiancaOlthoff to let me know all of the lessons you've learned about love and relationships. May you live and walk in love. Love you, 🖤 B RESOURCES: Love Is Series videos and PDF - https://www.biancaolthoff.com/love Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Friends! Welcome back to day five of Love Is, a six-day podcast special about love, dating and sex. In today's episode, we're going to be talking about intimacy which is a crucial part of building a healthy, loving relationship. Intimacy can be described as close familiarity or friendship, or as my dad would say "into me, you see". It's a way of getting to know someone and as a by-product, building a deeper level of love and relationship. While many would say that intimacy is about sex and physicality, it's much more than that. It's spiritual, emotional and mental too. Practicing strong boundaries and using wisdom is the key when getting to know someone romantically. We're going to unpack practical tools on how to build intimacy over time. I'll also be sharing my No Go Bro list. These guidelines can be used as a reference point when getting to know a potential mate. (Think of them like handy red flags to look out for!) I hope you've found this series helpful in your pursuit of love and building healthy, whole relationships. Tag me @BiancaOlthoff and let me know what you've learned from the series. You can also share this resource online and with your friends or small group. Love you, 🖤 B RESOURCES: Love Is Series videos and PDF - https://www.biancaolthoff.com/love Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” --- This episode is sponsored by Athletic Greens • Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/WGT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friends, welcome to day four of Love Is, a six-day podcast special about love, dating and sex. We're REALLY going there in today's episode as I'll be giving you the sex talk... yes, really! This conversation is for grown folks, so listener discretion is advised. This topic is something I'm passionate about as far too often the church doesn't speak about it. Instead, we let culture and media define what sex is and how it should look, which often leads to hurt and can create all sorts of problems. When sex is fulfilled within the covenant of marriage, it's a beautiful and wonderful experience that honors God. If you're looking for some Bible to back it up, just read Song of Solomon aka Song of Songs. (Helloooo!) My heart and my hope is that as you listen to this session you'll begin to see sex from God's perspective. It doesn't have to be a difficult, awkward or taboo topic of conversation. If you've found this episode helpful, share it with your friends! Don’t forget to post it on social media and tag me @BiancaOlthoff. Love you, 🖤 B RESOURCES: Love Is Series videos and PDF - https://www.biancaolthoff.com/love Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey Friends! Welcome back to day three of Love Is, a six-day podcast special about love, dating and sex. Today's conversation is centered around dating, we'll discuss how to date well and also define what dating actually is. Dating is a largely American concept and has evolved over time. With today's standard for dating being open for interpretation, it can be hard to define a romantic relationship. Culture's definition of dating can be seen as anything from hooking up to being in a long-term relationship, but what does the Bible have to say on the topic? While it doesn't specify how to date, the Bible talks A LOT about how we should treat others and how to interact with the opposite sex. Once our understanding is rooted in Scripture, we can define how to date well, which I like to call intentional dating. This may sound intimidating, so I've created a strategy to help you as you date with intention. The strategy for intentional dating looks like: 1. Intentionality 2. Clarity 3. Strategy 4. Timely I hope this provides clarity on such a huge topic and that you feel confident to date well. Don't forget to share this podcast with your friends, post it on your social media and you can tag me @BiancaOlthoff. Love you, 🖤 B RESOURCES: Love Is Series videos and PDF - https://www.biancaolthoff.com/love Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Revealing your feelings is the beginning of emotional healing. The root of your problem is relational. Don’t pretend that you have it all together. We cannot fully love with hidden sin in our hearts. When you shine your light on your secret, it loses its power over you. If you want healing, you’ve gotta stop concealing. 🖤 B Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friend, are you single, like a pringle and ready to mingle? If so, this episode is for you! Welcome back to day two of Love Is, a six-day podcast special about love, dating and sex. In today's episode, we're going to talk about singleness and how it can be an asset as you serve God and prioritize yourself. When I was single people would always share some platitude with me about being patient and waiting for "the one" to come my way. Worse yet, they would treat my singleness as if it were a waiting room and that I was trying to get cured of my disease of singleness. While I wanted someone to do life with, I wasn't waiting around for a man to complete me, I'd already been transformed by Jesus. Marriage isn't a guarantee for everyone, so, it's important to focus on yourself and realize the fullness of who God made you to be. During your season of singleness, you can maximize your kingdom impact, travel the world, figure out your purpose and so much more. Our Savior, Jesus Christ, demonstrated the power of a life of singleness. And remember, you don't need a significant other to be significant. If this podcast has been an asset or a resource for you, send it to your friends, post it on social media and tag me @BiancaOlthoff because sharing is caring. Love you, 🖤 B RESOURCES: Love Is Series videos and PDF - https://www.biancaolthoff.com/love Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Friends! Welcome to Love Is, a six-day podcast special about love, dating and sex. No matter how uncomfortable you may feel discussing these topics, if you commit to these sessions, it will change the way that you see, give, and receive love. Whether you're married, single, engaged or somewhere in between, my heart and my hope is that through these sessions you'll learn how to articulate what love is and how to love well in a world that complicates love. The foundation for healthy relationships is knowing the creator of L-O-V-E, that is J-E-S-U-S!. To love someone in wholeness, you must be wholly loved by a holy God. As we talk about love, we’ll root our understanding in a Bible passage from 1 Corinthians 13. As we journey through the next six days together, I hope this podcast fuels you to do love well and to understand who love is. Grab yo friends, yo prayer journal and yo Bible and get ready to deep dive into this series. You can tag me @BiancaOlthoff, I can't wait to see what you're learning and loving about this series. Love you, 🖤 B RESOURCES: Love Is Series videos and PDF - https://www.biancaolthoff.com/love Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” --- This episode is sponsored by Athletic Greens • Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/WGT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey Family! Let’s talk about creativity! Whether you want to write a book, paint a mural, launch a business or even create a math algorithm, that is all centered around the creative process. On today’s episode, I’m talking with award-winning singer and songwriter, Jeremy Camp. I learned about four main stages to developing an idea. They are: preparation, incubation, illumination and lastly, verification. While things may not always work out in this exact linear order, you can use this as a roadmap for your creative journey. It offers a direction if not a destination. The most important thing to remember is that everyone’s creative process looks slightly different. Mine looks more like a zig-zag or a spiral than a straight line. Throughout our conversation, you’ll hear about Jeremy’s creative process and how he tends to break a lot of the creative rules. I would love to hear about your art and creativity. Will you do me a favor? Send me a visual clue that you are participating in this creative process. Take a picture of your art, song lyrics, poem or business plan and tag us @BiancaOlthoff and @JeremyCampOfficial. And, if you love the creativity that comes through the art of podcasting, don’t forget to leave a positive review for this show so that we can reach more ears around the world. Love you, 🖤 B RESOURCES: Jeremy Camp Movie: I Still Believe - https://www.amazon.com/I-Still-Believe-KJ-Apa/dp/B085ZKKGZ9 --- This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp • We're Going There listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/wgt Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What burden are you carrying today? Jesus is here to share your problems and your load. He’s going to take stress on himself and bare it with you. Team up with Jesus! Take on a lighter load, reduce your stress, and make your problems easier to navigate. 🖤 B Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello Friends! Something we often think about at the top of the year is transformation. This is the process of changing our lives around for the better. In today’s episode, I’ll be chatting with author, teacher, and preacher John Mark Comer about something that is crucial for the development of our souls, hearts, and minds: spiritual transformation. This is achieved through disciplines that align us to God so that we can do his will and work for our lives. Biblically speaking, some of the ways to practice and grow in your faith include reading Scripture, prayer, community, fasting, confession, submission, worship, and celebration. This topic of conversation is a bit like quinoa… Perhaps you’ve never tried the tasty, protein-packed superfood. But once you try quinoa (or spiritual disciplines), you’ll see that it’s good for your soul. Trust me. Spiritual transformation cannot be accomplished by our own efforts. However, we do participate in the process by partnering with God. While these aren’t a quick fix for your spirituality, if you create intentional habits and practices, you will find yourself closer to God and more spiritually empowered. If you eat quinoa this week, snap a photo and tag me @BiancaOlthoff so I can celebrate how quinoa is transforming our bodies and how @JohnMarkComer is transforming our minds. Love you! 🖤 B RESOURCES: John Mark Comer Book - Live No Lies: Recognize and Resist the Three Enemies That Sabotage Your Peace --- This episode is sponsored by Redeeming Love • For more information or to find tickets to a theater near you, visit: RedeemingLoveMovie.com --- This episode is sponsored by That Sounds Fun Podcast Live Tour • For tickets and to see the full list of cities and dates, go to anniefdowns.com. Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter how far away you feel from God today, there's a pathway back to him. Here are three things we can do to get back to God: 1) realize we need to change, 2) own up to our sin, and 3) give up control. True transformation happens when our hearts move from self-centeredness to God-centeredness. When you seek God seriously, you will not be disappointed. Love you, friends! B Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi friends! I hope that you had a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year! As we head into 2022, we often look at ways we can improve our lives and health. On today’s show, I’m chatting with author, advocate, and self-made chef, Danielle Walker. Throughout our conversation, you’ll hear about Danielle’s journey with an autoimmune disease and how food helped her heal. She shares her incredible journey, how she found ways to enjoy food once more, and how she’s bringing joy to others with her recipes and personal experience. Friends, if you know me, you know that I love cooking and in an alternate reality I’d be a chef. So, I’d LOVE for you to try Danielle’s Red Curry Butternut Squash Soup recipe and then share it with us on social media! You can tag me @BiancaOlthoff and @DanielleWalker. I can’t wait to see and share your posts! Wishing you a happy and healthy 2022! And, don’t forget to share this podcast with your friends, family and anyone else you know who loves food and podcasts! Love you, friends! 🖤 B RESOURCES: Danielle’s book: Food Saved Me Danielle’s website: https://daniellewalker.com/ Danielle’s blog: Against All Grain Red Curry Butternut Squash Soup Recipe --- This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp • We're Going There listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/wgt --- This episode is sponsored by Redeeming Love • For more information or to find tickets to a theater near you, visit: RedeemingLoveMovie.com Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: [email protected], Spotify: “R.A.D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I have this reminder to give to you, God made you to be you. Let Him determine your identity. The Bible says, our purpose is to please God not people. He alone examines the motives of our hearts. Fulfill the plan that God has for your life, not somebody else’s. That is real success. 🖤 B Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices