Your Biggest Breakthrough

“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.“ Proverbs 25:11 KJVOr as Todd’s father might have done around the family campfire, Encouragement is like throwing gasoline on a waning flame and watching it come back to robust life before your eyes.In this episode, Todd and Wendie share personal anecdotes and insights on the extremely valuable, yet often times overlooked necessity of giving and receiving encouragement among our church, family, community, even business relationships!In this episode, you'll learn:-Encouragement is like throwing gasoline on smoldering embers…03:00 -The biblical definition of “encouragement”…04:15-Todd shares a personal story of the power of encouragement…07:40-How Wendie stays encouraged through the trials of being a solopreneur…10:20-The ripple effect of encouragement within a community…13:13-Receiving encouragement is a conscious choice we all must make…16:30-First steps to take when we perceive we’re in need of encouragement…20:30-And much more!Resources mentioned:1 Thess 1:5-9 Connect with Todd and Wendie!Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

"There are too many "welcome signs" in churches today, but not enough outreach outside the church walls to the people who truly need the gospel," says our guest today, Victor Torres.Victor was trapped in drug addiction as a young boy in New York City, but through the power of prayer and a rather stubborn believing mother who showed her zeal for the Lord in (ahem) unconventional ways, he was delivered from his life of drugs, perpetual incarceration, overdoses and now shares the love of Jesus at his ministry in Richmond, VA and around the world!This is a powerful episode, one we believe will empower YOU to walk with more boldness in your own faith - or even discover the faith in Jesus you've craved all along.In this episode, you'll learn:-Opening thoughts from Wendie and Todd...01:00-Victor's younger years, and being delivered from a sordid youth...05:17-You have to be accepted if you want to survive...11:00-The power of prayer delivers Victor from a life and death situation...15:19-"Sneaking Jesus into my life with a hanky"...22:50-"Bionic problems", and how to address them with wisdom...29:45-Reaching out to people on their turf; don't expect them to come to you...33:30-We have the power and authority in Jesus to approach the most vile of human beings...38:02-The first step for one who is ready to embrace Jesus, but is fearful of the perceived consequences...42:45-Is revival in the church forthcoming?...45:15-And much more...Resources mentioned:https://www.victortorres.org/https://www.facebook.com/VictorTorresMinistries #spiritrevolutionnow"Reaching Your Addicted Loved One" $10 Special when you use discount code "Victor""Victor" movie by Victor Torres Currently on sale for $10Guest's bio and social handles:Victor Torres was a gang warlord and heroin addict in New York City’s violent streets. His life had taken a dangerous downward spiral into drugs and violence. Through his mother’s prayers, God spared her son from this dark lifestyle. Through those prayers, Teen Challenge, and the mentorship of David Wilkerson, Victor saw deliverance and the discovery of God’s call on his life.Victor is the founding pastor of New Life Outreach Church in Richmond, Virginia. Over one thousand people, more than 35 nationalities and cultures come together in worship in this vibrant and joyful congregation. New Life Outreach has 22 churches throughout the world, including Brazil, Dominican Republic, Peru, and Africa.In 1971, Victor and Carmen, who went to be with the Lord in February, 2022, founded New Life for Adults and Youth. With headquarters in Richmond, this is one of the largest and most respected addiction recovery organizations in the country. Victor Torres has authored of many books including, “Reaching Your Addicted Loved One: Help & Hope for Those Battling Substance Abuse,” “Why You Need the Holy Spirit” and his autobiography “Víctor,” which made into an award-winning major motion picture. Victor and his family are building a legacy, reaching hundreds of thousands of lives. They have four children, eleven grandchildren, and more spiritual children than they can count.“Spirit Revolution: Equipping You to Radically Change Your World from the Inside Out,” and the new release “Spirit Revolution 60-Day Devotional” are a call to the brave battling the bionic troubles of our world. The tsunami of sickness and sin is only overcome by God’s tsunami of grace and the power and person of God’s Holy Spirit working through us. There is a revival coming to the church. Today is your renewal. Now is the time for a Spirit Revolution.

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. --Jeremiah 29:11That is Jon Ramirez' theme Scripture verse, one that he has relied on in sometimes humiliating circumstances. Things were going well in Jon's marriage, when his spouse suddenly announced she was no longer interested in being married. So she went her way, and Jon was left at the mercy of parents for a place to live.Talk about humbling.But it's those moments when we're completely broken that God can operate his perfect will in our lives. Jon relied on God's grace, sometimes manifested through the kindness and generosity of others in his time of need - and now is "recklessly generous" with his time and talents with whomever may be in need.That's a heavenly "paying it forward" mindset we heartily approve of!In this interview with Jon, you'll learn:-Jon shares why Jeremiah 29:11 is his theme verse...03:55-Out of the blue: the ideal life takes a wrong turn...06:12-Initial reaction to the marriage coming to an end...10:23-Balancing the drive to have answers when there are no perceivable answers...13:30-Beginning the healing process...15:40-Discussion on spiritual warfare manifested in mundane circumstances in life...20:43-Living for the day...23:50-The best antidote for self-pity: being generous toward those in need...26:12-Why should we be surprised when "life happens"?...30:32-And much more!Resources mentioned:Every Man a Warrior book series by Lonnie BergerGuest's bio and social handles:Jon Ramirez is 40 years old, born and raised in Minnesota, and lives in Maple Grove. Jon is single, and has no kids but four cats. His passions include: relationships with family and friends, serving others, being recklessly generous with the time, treasures and talents God has blessed me with. Jon is on the Worship Team at Westbridge Church (drums & bass), a Youth Group leader at Westbridge Church, and co-lead a Friday morning men's study at Grace Church. His hobbies include: Movies, music, NBA, Minnesota Timberwolves, health and fitness. Scripture verse: Jeremiah 29:11

Returning podcast guest Wayne Pederson (listen to our first interview with Wayne) shares an up close experience with how God is still in the healing business. Faced with a 1 in 10 MILLION prognosis, Wayne and his fellow prayer warriors simply believed God for a miracle... and God delivered!But what happens when it seems God doesn't answer your prayer, when His sovereign plan for your life means you suffer tremendous loss?It's not so easy to sing His praises in those moments.In this interview, we dive deep into Wayne's miraculous recovery, the nature of miracles, whether or not miracles occur today (and more importantly why they occur) and advice for those suffering loss when it appears God has let us down.In this episode with Wayne Pederson, you'll discover:-Wayne recounts a recent medical issue, a tumor on the appendix...04:10-Minor miracles during the early days of Wayne's prognosis...08:44-Dealing with unexpected major news such as a cancer prognosis...15:50-Prayer leads to a most welcome surgery experience...18:40-Where is the church today regarding miracles?...22:12-What to do when it appears God doesn't answer our prayers?...26:30-Trusting in God regardless of the outcome...30:15-Wayne's upcoming memoirs...33:12-And much more!Resources mentioned:YBB Episode 38 with Wayne PedersonGuest's bio and social handles:Wayne Pederson is president of Reach Beyond, an international ministry using media, health care and leadership development to reach those who have never heard the Gospel. HCJB serves in 5 global regions: Latin American, Asia-Pacific, Euro-Asia, Middle East-North Africa and Sub-Sahara Africa.Prior to Reach Beyond, Wayne served as vice president for Radio at Moody in Chicago, with 35 owned and operated stations, reaching 1 Million listeners each week, plus 800 radio outlets nationwide. WMBI AM FM in Chicago is flagship station to the Moody Network.Wayne spent most of his ministry career at Northwestern Radio in Minneapolis: From 1997-2002 as executive vice president for radio; executive director of SkyLight Network from 1994-1997 and manager of KTIS AM-FM from 1980-1994.

War, famine, hurricanes, civil unrest. "Challenging times" ain't just a cliche; it's the reality in which we live. It's tempting to succumb to all the bad news and negativity foisted upon us by the media, politicians, even well-meaning friends and family. But it can be overwhelming at times, especially if we don't have a source of greater strength on which to rely for comfort and encouragement.God is the source of life and light, and it is through faith in Jesus that we can rely on Him to get us through these times with joy in our heart, and even a little kick in our step!In this episode, you'll hear:-Breaking through the cascading problems raining down on us...03:30-The media instigating fear and anger in the general public...08:10-Plan for the worst; hope for the best...13:20-Reacting in a positive way, with God's help...15:42-Breaking through the feeling of carrying the weight of the world on your back...16:50-Community and like-minded tribe to minister in your time of need...19:30-Three ways to navigate uncertain waters...21:18-Serving as therapy for self-pity and depression...24:44-Fully rely on God in the end...29:30-Nothing can separate you from God's love!...32:00Resources mentioned:raystedman.comConnect with Todd and Wendie!Ready For Your Biggest Breakthrough?Find out exactly what stands between you and your biggest breakthrough and how you can achieve your next level of living. Get your FREE 12-page starter kit now!

What in this life is more difficult than experiencing the loss of a loved one? Perhaps when the loved one is an infant child. Candy McVicar lost a baby in a stillborn birth and found herself questioning everything, including her own faith in God.What loving God would give His child the desire to have a child, and then cruelly take it away from her?It's not an unfair question, but through asking this question, and wrestling with God, Candy was led down a path of understanding the nature of grief, hearing stories of people who have suffered tremendous loss, and ultimately how God uses tragedy for His perfect purposes.In this episode, you'll learn:-Candy's story of losing her infant baby at birth...05:30-The unspeakable grief of losing the child, and how it affected Candy's faith in God...09:40-Avoiding self-pity and turning your focus on God and others while grieving...13:20-Dealing with the "what if" questions when facing tragedy...19:40-How Candy's husband supported through the grief; different ways men process loss...23:37-Connecting with Dr. Gary Chapman...27:09-Problems with judging others' processing of grief and loss...30:20-Connecting with The Missing Grace Foundation...35:00-And much more!Resources mentioned:Holding on to Love After You've Lost a Baby: The 5 Love Languages® for Grieving ParentsThe Missing Grace FoundationCandy McVicar's websiteConnect with today's guest:Candy McVicar is an author, inspirational speaker, and devoted advocate for families who are grieving a baby or child. After experiencing the stillbirth of her daughter Grace, she founded and became Executive Director of Missing GRACE Foundation, whose mission is to provide support, resources, and education for families and professional care providers when there is loss of a baby, infertility, or adoption challenges. Candy has been a featured guest on Fox News, Focus on the Family and Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman. She lives in South Carolina with her husband and their two daughters.

It was at a church music camp at the age of 13 where Austin French’s life was changed forever. He went to camp to learn to play guitar, hoping to impress girls. Instead, Austin heard this message from one of the camp leaders: "Don’t judge Jesus on the broken people He came to save." The words described his life perfectly. He’d been judging Jesus for his own family’s brokenness, being hardened by the people around him whose faith was anything but authentic. Austin made the decision there at camp to not only commit to music, but to follow Jesus with his whole life. “I knew I wanted music to be a part of my life, but I also knew I wasn’t going to do it to get girls. I wanted to write music for broken people.”He’s stayed true to that first conviction, writing songs filled with a joyful energy that calls all people, believers and unbelievers alike, to open their hearts to God’s amazing grace.In this episode with Austin French, you'll hear:-Austin's spiritual journey which led to his first major breakthrough...05:30-Journal entry at age 8: "I'll never be a Christian"...08:15-Feeling like damaged goods after being rejected by the local congregation...11:01-Relationship with Jesus leads to forgiveness toward those who have caused great harm...14:45-"You can't hate people you pray for"...18:07-How to honestly and transparently share the gospel with those who need it...20:13-Austin's relationship with abusive father restored through prayer and time...23:40-How Austin gets into a creative flow...25:22-And much more!Resources mentioned:Jesus Can by Austin French

Today's episode is a story of personal redemption, and knowing God as He was meant to be known years after a superficial acquaintance growing up in a church environment.Mariam Rasmus found herself in a dark place spiritually after several injustices left her questioning everything. She sought and found the sense of community we all crave in unsavory places, and ultimately was a shell of her self.Then she discovered Jesus. Not the demanding, rule-spouting Jesus that is too often found in churches, but the Son of the living God, along with a community of believers that gave her the fulfillment, and deliverance from the bonds that had enslaved her for years prior.In this episode with Mariam, you'll discover:-The one thing Mariam wants you to take away from this episode...03:30-Mariam's personal faith journey...05:00-The enemy seeks to kill and destroy us and our love for God...09:30-A lie from Satan takes a stronghold in Mariam's life...12:50-Finding acceptance in circles outside the church...16:44-It is revealed that God is the only way to personal redemption...19:15-Raised in the church, Mariam finally understands why Jesus came to the earth...26:24-Forgiveness unlocks the door to our destiny...30:19-Using technology to supersede oppressive regulations that keep God's word from His people...35:20-And much more!Guest's bio and social handles:FacebookInstagramLinkedInMariam is married to her husband, James, of 14 years. They have 2 amazing young men, Joshua (12) and Ezekiel (3). After a radical transformation of life in March of 2006, Mariam has spent years pursuing a deep fulfilling relationship with God and seeking all the healing that comes through a genuine understanding of His Word. She and James have both served on staff at a church/nonprofit for over 10 years. She serves on the worship team and spiritual deliverance and healing group at her church. She also works at an international Christian media company and coaches women and couples on an individual and group basis. ____________Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Candace Cofer is a serious ef-ficionado. You read that right. Efficiency enthusiast. She's learning to slow down and be here, thankful to be a work in progress.As founder of The Good Day ministry, Candace inspires others to grow in their knowledge and love for Jesus and experience God in the ordinary happenings of their days. She firmly believes we connect to one another through stories. Isn't this what Jesus modeled for us? He was the Chief Story Teller and He's still working today, writing stories in each of our lives. For this, she enjoys sharing the stories of hope He's writing in lives around her through her podcast and blog.When not writing, Candace spends her days working in the software industry, serving her local church as a small group leader for both young adult women and middle school girls, playing volleyball or kayaking, and enjoying her long-awaited Sunday nap. She is a lover of puns and family because both provide the unexpected laugh. In this episode, you'll learn:-Where and when did Candace's drive for efficiency begin?...05:55-Balancing the desire for efficiency without it becoming a vice in spiritual disciplines...08:34-How Candace found peace with God in the stillness of the pandemic...15:12-Founding origins of Candace's faith journey...18:30-Lean into God's Spirit while feeling isolated and alienated from what is familiar and comfortable...22:05-The number one inhibitor of true authenticity in our relationships with others and with God...24:32-What a 40 days of prayer exercise looks like...26:01-The gift of awareness, and finding God in the ordinary happenings of our days...29:11-One piece of advice that has made a lasting impact on Candace's life...32:45-And much more!Resources mentioned:Candace's website#thegooddayblogGuest's bio and social handles:Wanna know more about Candace? Listen to The Good Day podcast, read the blog, or check out her YouTube channel, it’s all in there. Or follow her on Spotify, Instagram or Facebook!FacebookInstagramYouTube

*Guarantee valid only with active participation and daily effort from both husband and wife.Knowing what it takes to consistently love your wife in such a way that it guarantees that you will have a happy marriage is frankly pretty easy. Just plain common sense would tell us that the more you put your spouse first, the more they'll will want to love and respect you in return. And that leads to a very fulfilling and happy marriage. But the outworking of putting the other first requires consistent unselfish actions that are practiced every single day.  These eight actions or “disciplines” are simple but don’t always come naturally. It takes intentionality, patience and practice until they become your lifestyle as a loving husband and wife.In this episode, you'll learn:-Just be like Jesus...03:13-The chief duty of a husband is to protect and provide...04:14-Learn each other's "love language"...08:16-Embrace your differences...10:25-Let the other be right every now and then...12:30-Resolve differences quickly...17:23-Sometimes pleasing the other feels completely unnatural...18:13-Romance each other as though you met yesterday!...21:05-The sin of self-reliance...23:40-And much more!Resources mentioned:Eight Steps to a Happy Marriage, article by ToddFive Love Languages book by Gary ChapmanReady For Your Biggest Breakthrough?Find out exactly what stands between you and your biggest breakthrough and how you can achieve your next level of living. Get your FREE 12-page starter kit now!

Today's episode features a one-of-a-kind interview with Geoff Kirby. Geoff is in the publishing business these days, and is the rare person who is openly transparent about spiritual warfare he has personally fought. No, we're not talking about casting aside negative thoughts about losing a job or girlfriend, although that's important in its own right. We're talking about actual encounters with demons, exorcisms in the name of Jesus; that sort of thing.Pretty intense stuff, right? Not something we'd prefer to talk openly about on podcasts, but Geoff realized if his story can help others, it's an injustice not to share it. The juicy stuff is inside the podcast, but suffice it to say it's the love, patience and perseverance of both Geoff's heavenly and earthly father that proved to be the pivotal influence in living a life devoted to God and raising a godly family.In this episode, you'll learn:-The impact Geoff's father had on his upbringing and into adulthood...05:47-How an experience watching The Lion King helped Geoff process his emotions as a child...10:12-Retreating into an unhealthy place emotionally after a major move...14:13-A reciprocal cycle of darkness at a new school for the senior year...22:20-Becoming aware of the spiritual darkness all around us...24:50-Scriptural instruction on engaging in spiritual warfare...32:55-A divine challenge to choose life or death...36:54-The world wants your children dead: spiritually and eventually physically...41:15-The war never stops, even after (or especially after) a specific victory is achieved...47:23-Leaving a legacy by leading by example...53:34-And much more!About the guest:Geoff grew up in a Christian household, with a father working with Christ-based non-profit ministries year round; despite this they were never religious as a family. After a decade of struggle, culminating in a spiritual battle for his soul, Geoff found hope and strength in Jesus. What followed was a fifteen year battle between what is right and what is easy. Running a record label, artist management, co-producing independent metal bands, and transitioning to podcast production, Christian broadcasting, graphic design, website design, & digital publishing, as well as a failed marriage and fighting to keep his second, Geoff has been through the ringer. As he approaches 40, with 3 beautiful daughters, a God-fearing wife, and a cat, Geoff spends his time using his creative skills and talents helping Christian ministries approach and surpass the next level to reach their communities for the Kingdom of God, much like his father before him. Call to action:Make sure to visit yourbiggestbreakthrough.com for your FREE access to our e-book and audiobook, "Unstoppable: Divine Intervention in Overcoming Adversity," showcasing six powerful real-life stories. Get ready to be inspired by these mind-blowing breakthroughs!To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Kandi Rose thought she had it made as the owner of a highly profitable business in the "adult entertainment" arena. Well, it was profitable financially, but it left her spiritually destitute, often wondering "is this all there really is?" even at the height of her monetary success. Not to mention having an erratic lifestyle and severe anger from childhood trauma which provided an overtly hostile environment at home.Something had to give, and Kandi was out of options. At the urging of her mother who had been praying for her for several years, Kandi finally surrendered to God and became a witness to His grace for all who would listen (and probably a few who wouldn't ;). It wasn't easy, and Kandi certainly didn't get everything right the first time, but she has persevered by the grace of God to be a shining light for others to seek to do more for God.In this episode, you'll learn:-Kandi's childhood, and beginning the business of prostitution and stripping...05:00-Spiritual blindness convinced Kandi that grotesque behavior was good...14:23-Stretched to the absolute limit, Kandi surrenders her life to Jesus...18:42-First steps after becoming a believer in Jesus...24:30-Sharing the gospel through principled entrepreneurship...29:15-Witnessing to an addict, and seeing fruit after many years of apparent failure...33:12-Beginning Recovery Today TV...37:34-What prevents believers from being "all in" in their work for the Lord...41:05Resources mentioned:Recovery Today TVGuest's bio and social handles:Kandi Rose was a former stripper & prostitute who once owned a strip-o-gram business, Kandi Rose Productions with male & female dancers in the Chicago area. She advertised her commercial on TV, radio, billboard, and newspapers. She had multiple addictions until her mother led her to the Lord. 33 yrs. later now she produces and hosts a weekly television show called, Recovery Today w/Kandi Rose & Friends, that broadcast across the U.S. on several networks in millions of homes. Kandi along with her 2 co-hosts start the show by teaching from the two 12 step recovery workbooks Kandi wrote, then they feature addiction free testimonies.Evangelist Kandi Rose travels statewide filming and preaching in churches and recovery homes interviewing people that are addiction free by Christ. She puts these TV shows on podcast, Spotify, stitcher, google podcast & radio public and Anchor. Those TV shows are also converted to audio and are aired on radio. She has authored 6 books that are all on Amazon. She says, All glory to God! With God, all things are possible to reach the lost and hurting! She ministers weekly in jail and 2 recovery homes as well. She is a member of Christian Women in Media Assoc. and has been holding meetings in Hot Springs Arkansas for almost 8 years.

From being a multi-millionaire in his 20's, to incarceration, to being born again and building businesses for God's glory, Jerry Bloom is a servant of God and an entrepreneur! Born and raised in southeastern Wisconsin. Jerry has been married 27 years and has five grown children. He's build several successful businesses in the last 25 years and loves to mentor up and coming business people. Jerry loves to talk about fulfillment in God, entrepreneurship, and building kingdom businesses...believing that...FAITH + OBEDIENCE BRINGS THE MIRACULOUS TO LIFE!In this episode, you'll learn:-How doing ultra marathons changes one's perspective on life...03:22-How Jerry's pursuit of God (or God's pursuit of Jerry) began...08:16-Dysfunctional youth leads to incarceration as a young adult...11:40-The initial appeal of entrepreneurship after the prison life...14:10-Jerry's visionary mind leads to a true marketplace ministry...18:06-Born again experience restores a broken marriage...25:03-How Christians in the marketplace can make maximum impact through their businesses...31:10-Innovation and creativity leads to profitability in otherwise "dead" businesses...33:15-Faith and obedience brings God's blessings...38:27-Jerry's biggest influences as a Christian and businessman...43:29-How Jerry would describe himself in a word or phrase...45:40-And much more...Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Todd and Wendie here, sharing the stage in today's episode talking all about the "C word": Commitment. We live in a world where the word has been cheapened somewhat. It seems there are all kinds of excuses available to justify us not following through on what we say we're going to do.But what the world says is cheap is often the most valuable thing in the eyes of Almighty God."Let your yay be yay, and your nay be nay," instructed Jesus. What is more valuable in this world than one's word? And what is harder to recover from than the loss of credibility among one's peers, not to mention the Lord himself? They're hard questions with no easy answers. It's why we dedicated this episode to the importance of: one, knowing the liabilities of making commitments; and two, the vital importance of keeping them, no matter the cost.In this episode, you'll hear:-We all make commitments that are tough to keep...03:30-Don't make commitments unless you know you can follow through on it...06:46-Staying committed to the vision, no matter what...10:58-Why you may be manipulating your environment without realizing it...14:36-Todd's biggest pet peeve...18:01-How Todd and Wendie want to be remembered...20:00-What Jesus taught us about commitment to our work...26:30Resources mentioned:-Father Stu movie-King Richard movieConnect with Todd and Wendie!Ready For Your Biggest Breakthrough?Find out exactly what stands between you and your biggest breakthrough and how you can achieve your next level of living. Get your FREE 12-page starter kit now!

"How do I ignite my relationship with God, and keep the flame burning?" It's a question we have asked ourselves many times, and perhaps you ask yourself that too.The truth is that it's the hard times, negative circumstances, even tragedy that shows the contrast between the light and darkness. Surrendering our will, our ego, our desires to God, allowing Him to lead us through the darkness is what makes us rejoice when we get to the other side and savor His goodness.Our guest today, Lautaro Churuvija, has seen both the good times and bad, and has made the decision to allow God, not material circumstances, to be the source of his joy. Having achieved success in the business world, he chose to leave it all behind and dedicate his life to bringing God's light to those who can find joy in their current darkness.In this episode, you'll hear:-Lautaro's personal history and the decision to move to the U.S...05:15-How an experience of sexual abuse led to a major breakthrough for Lautaro...08:00-The thing you're most of ashamed of is what needs to be brought to the light...10:452 Cor. 1:3-7 "Comfort in suffering"-Knowing our value as a child of God...14:29-Confessing the most awful sin against the one closest to him leads to discovering God's love...19:00-Three days of death in the soul leads to true rebirth in physical life and soul...23:26-Lautaro's experience being truly born again in Christ...26:15-The catalyst to Lautaro's major life change which on the surface spurns conventional wisdom regarding success...30:16-A creative and highly effective way to minister to those who are otherwise turned off by traditional ministry...35:30-How to identify God's calling to something more than what is found in your comfort zone...42:45Meet Lautaro Churuvija:Lautaro Churuvija was born in Argentina, raised in a good family, but decided to move to the US ten years ago. He is almost 33 years old. Led a sinful life. Met Jesus six years ago. Changed his life forever! Just a few months ago he quit a lucrative six-figure career of eleven years as a Project Manager in order to give his life to serve Jesus as a full-time missionary with Steiger MinistriesResources mentioned in this episode:-Steiger Ministries

All is not as it seems with those who have risen to the “top" of their profession. Many are content with their positions of prominence in society, yet some have a feeling of discontent in spite of their superficial success. Today we hear from a husband and wife team who individually had reached the height of their respective professions. Their Creator was gonna do something fulfilling and rewarding, not as “glamorous" as their previous careers. We invite you to sit back and enjoy this conversation with Justin Roethlingshoefer and Alyse Gaulin.In this episode, you'll learn:-Alyse's journey from the "big leagues" to a small coaching business...07:33-Why Justin felt like an underachiever while at the top of his game...13:35-Bumps and bruises from childhood that define Justin and Alyse as adults...19:15-How to take ownership of your contrarian ways and embrace your true self...26:21-Founding story of Justin's company Own It...29:00-Success stories from the Own It program...35:40-Fun facts about Justin and Alyse...40:28Resources mentioned:Justin's websiteAlyse's websiteGuest's bio and social handles:Alyse Instagram Justin Facebook __________About the hosts:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

This episode marks the final installment of our "Get Unstuck" series of episodes. Wendie and Todd share their biggest takeaways, and personal highlights from each of the guests who shared ways in which we can break free from the bonds that enslave so many of us and keep us from reaching our potential.In this episode, you'll learn:-A recap of the things that keep us "stuck"...02:30Being "on call" 24/7Money managementTime managementSocial media management-Stick to the system...09:18-Software tools to use in our efforts to get unstuck...14:59-How people nickel and dime themselves to financial problems...16:00-Resources to seek in managing finances...18:36-How incorporating Cara Gallop's social media management advice has worked out for Wendie...20:41-How to use your smartphone to manage your smartphone use...23:30-How to connect with us the next time we do the "Get Unstuck" Challenge...26:00-And much more!Resources mentioned:Episode 67: The 30 Day Get Unstuck Challenge and What It's All AboutEpisode 68 with Al HamedEpisode 69 with Rylee MeekEpisode 70 with Cara Gallop

Your day starts by scrolling social media for 25 minutes on the toilet. It seems every spare moment in your day is consumed with checking this, liking that, following “influencer X”, hoping you’ll be “followed” by people you’ll probably never meet face to face.It’s embarrassing to admit, but all too common in our day and age.In this episode of our 30 Day Getting Unstuck Challenge, we tackle Social Media with Cara Gibson-Gallop. Tune in to hear a relatable story of the subtle pull into the screen and her practical tips to breakthrough a scrolling addiction or too many screen time hours. Get back to being present in your life.In this episode, you'll discover:-What it looks like to be immersed in social media...04:45 -The telltale signs that Cara had a scrolling problem...06:38 -The compelling, powerful draw to Instagram...08:00-Self-esteem suffered first, then the guilt came...10:15-The Great Purge: courageously removing her competitors from IG feed...12:10-Screen time stats are a great indicator of screen-time health or disorder...15:20 -Cara's rooted, rebellious, and restored faith journey...19:20 -Opening Bible every Sunday , opening Instagram every hour: YIKES!...25:44 -How to check screen time usage on your device...27:20-Practical tips to start your digital detox...29:45The Great PurgeTime of Day: not first thing!Making additions that fill your cupSchedule social media time on calendar-"Social Dilemma" show is a great wake up call...37:40Resources mentioned:IG LinkedInFaceBookGuest's bio and social handles:Founder Cara Gibson-Gallop spent a decade in competitive global advertising agencies across New York, London and Toronto working with some of the most influential and profitable brands. After building Gibson Business Performance LLC in 2018 and creating time and financial freedom in full-time entrepreneurship, Cara then began to use her experiences and education to help others navigate their own.Tagline: “Taking profit strategies from times square corner offices to the basements of startups.”Cara's WebsiteJoin in on the 30 Day Get Unstuck Challenge. Listen to the entire series from Episode 67 - 71. Let's see how you do in getting unstuck in these areas in order to enhance your life and those around you.

Rylee Meek is the host of The King's Council Podcast and founder and CEO of the Social Dynamic Selling System. After responding to a small ad on Craigslist in 2009, and with a burning desire for more, he went on to produce over $150 million in sales over the past 9 years.But none of that really mattered as much as discovering what God has in mind when it comes to money. Now that Rylee has learned the Biblical principles for managing money, he is passionately sharing the meaning of being called a “Kingdom entrepreneur.” Perfecting his model through continual trial and error, he is now on a mission to help others learn and apply the four main principles governing money. Everything Rylee Meek teaches is tried, tested, refined, and proven to create a God-honoring system for making and managing money.In this episode, you'll learn:-Seeking "Kingdom principles" at a young age...04:45-The real value of money is that which we place on it...09:10-The primary reason for money problems...11:35-The first step to untangling the money mess you're currently in...18:40-Tithing a form of worship...22:15-Why harmony in the family is essential for financial success...30:45-Who's waiting on who?...34:31-One thing most people don't know about Rylee...38:40-And much more...-Resources mentioned:Rylee's websiteWendie and Todd's 30 Day Challenge_______________Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Most of us wear multiple hats in our lives: employee, boss, spouse, parent, coach, club member, congregant, child, sibling, etc. Today's guest, Al Hamed, will teach you how to wear one hat at a time with a rock star system for managing your roles in life. You will end up showing up for the people in your life, with your own cup already filled, and ready to be fully present. Get ready to start crushing it at work and at home!In this episode, you'll learn:-Al's story of burnout and recovery...06:20-A watching and waiting God was with him...11:25-Vitals assessment...14:10-Make an adjustment, not an excuse...16:30-Relationships are the priority, results are the byproduct of relationships...19:00-How overly driven work habits affect the family members...23:30-Why we are so driven and struggle to stop even when we know the consequences are severe...25:15-Al describes his burnout; what it did to him and his relationships..28:10-The operating system: Vitals, Vision, Vehicle...32:00-4Q Operating System...35:00Q1: ME: from 4:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.Q2: IN BUSINESS: from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Working on business endeavors for the immediate presentQ3: ON BUSINESS: from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Working on building business for the futureQ4: MY WHY: WE: 4:00 p.m. until bedtime. Sowing into family relationshipsQ5: REST: 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.-It's not too late for anyone to implement this system...49:00-A 3 month course is in the works; stay tuned on Al's social media accounts (See links below)...51:00-Encouragement for those who want to take on this new system, but may stumble at the beginning...54:55Resources mentioned:Host: The Driven Few PodcastConsultant, 4Q Operating SystemAgents of And (AoA) - High Performance CoachingGuest's bio and social handles:Professional Title • President, Hamed Homes | Founder, • Agents of And (AoA) - High Performance Coaching | • Consultant, 4Q Operating System | • Host, The Driven Few podcast After decades of 'the grind', Al realized that his legacy resided in 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴, and 𝘮𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 with my 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺, not, the amount of zeros in his bank account. That, coupled with cortisol issues, and Phase 2 adrenal fatigue, was the HARD stop for him. He developed what is known as “the 4Q Operating System™️” which is needed in order to live in the AND. For Al that meant leading his business to the extent he wanted/needed to … AND be the best Father he can be, AND be the best Husband I can be, AND be the best man of God I can be🙌🏽 Al aligns with select executives and entrepreneurs, teaching them how to implement a series of systems to, simply put….get it all done - leading their businesses and their families in every pillar of life. Making adjustments, not excuses. Living life in the AND. By 𝘿𝙀𝙎𝙄𝙂𝙉never𝘿𝙀𝙁𝘼𝙐𝙇𝙏. 💯 📈CEO @hamedhomes ⁣⁣💯⁣The 𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘈𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵 - living life in the 𝘈𝘯𝘥🏆Hall of Fame Dad hopefulFacebook Link Instagram Link Website Link LinkedIn Link ___________Ready For Your Biggest Breakthrough?Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Maybe this is you...You perceive yourself as the picture of success.But in reality, you're actually moving like Molasses in January. It's because you're STUCK in a bad way. Thought patterns, physical habits, relationship obligations have just got you DOWN, and you don't know how to get back up.In this episode, we uncover the three main "stuck points" that keep you from having the freedom you want to enjoy life and live out your purpose.In this episode, you'll discover:-Stuck point #1: Accessibility...03:45Always "on call" to employees, clients, church, friends, even family-Stuck point #2: Social media addiction...11:37Helpful hint: You're not nearly as busy as you think!What could you do with the 2.47 hours you typically spend on social?-Stuck point #3: Financial mishaps...22:00Stress in body, relationships, healthAccountability with spouses, close friends, etc.-Getting unstuck...35:0030 day challenge Social media fastGet help with financesDon't try to do it alone!Resources mentioned:Financial Peace UniversityReady For Your Biggest Breakthrough?Find out exactly what stands between you and your biggest breakthrough and how you can achieve your next level of living. Get your FREE 12-page starter kit now!

Lena Cebula is an author of the spiritual autobiography “Miraculous” and runs Love&BLoved, an organization that grew from her personal journey of overcoming drug addiction and human trafficking. Today Lena has a thriving marriage and is a proud mama of 3 beautiful children . Lena is also a blogger, speaker, and Advocate for women in need and victims of human trafficking. Together with Lena we invite you to share this story with others who need to hear stories of forgiveness and second chances.In this episode, you'll discover: - Learning to trust God’s plan 5:23 - Lena’s story of growing up in Ukraine dealing with hunger, poverty and struggle 8:45 - Dealing with post partum depression and loss 12:44 - Living with street junkies and having your moment when God speaks to you 16:20 - Dealing with vulnerability and providing unconditional love 22:22 - Sharing the gospel with an unlikely source 27:43 - Visiting the wailing wall and dealing doubt of worthiness 32:55 - Coping with imposter syndrome once things start going the right direction 39:40 - Practical tools and steps to dealing with trauma 42:18 - Understanding that your past is between you and God 46:00 - And much more...Call to action:Learn more about Lena Nebula by visiting her website loveandbloved.com______________To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people, and if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Brother Paul-Vincent Niebauer was a terrible student. So terrible that life as a circus ring-master - a profession he had earlier professed a desire to pursue - was the clear choice over studying to be a pastor.Paul-Vincent "hosted" over 6500 circus shows in his career. The secret to keeping it fresh for him? Imagine you're in the audience watching it for the first time. Put yourself in the shoes of your audience, and it's impossible for any message you're delivering to be boring.After his circus career was over, Paul-Vincent chose to reside at St. John's Benedictine monastery in St. Cloud, MN - where he resides and serves the Lord to this day.Circus ring master. Benedictine monk.Sounds like they're worlds apart. But when your focus is on God, you realize how small and similar these worlds really are.In this episode, you'll discover:-The road to service to God and the circus...04:32-Why the circus was the clear choice over the ministry...13:30-The secret to sharing a message (or show) 6500 times as though it's the first time..18:16-The contrast between life as a ring master and a Benedictine monk...25:07-How life in a monastery promotes unity, conflict resolution among your brothers...28:45-Why the monastery is NOT the only way to find God or inner peace...33:00-The one thing about monastery life Brother Paul-Vincent wishes everyone could experience...35:57-This life isn't the whole show; it's just the intermission...40:44-And much more...Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

There is no limit to what God can do with a life when a person is not in it for their own credit, but fully committed to glorifying God. Nate Burkhalter has an incredible story of perseverance and resilience through adversity and learning to fully surrender his life to God.This episode will encourage you to dig deeper and press on in your own life. You may discover some of your own limiting beliefs where you can experience your very own big breakthrough!In this episode, you will discover:-"No Limit Nate" explains how we limit ourselves...04:45-Nate's "Early Life Crisis": a heart cry to God, "There has to be more!"...09:20-Giving everything to God might be the catalyst for real change...13:00-Adversity through college prepares him for the future...16:50-Stay faithful and God will put you in the place you need to be...19:00-Severe burn injury threatens Nate's life and identity...21:30-Finding gratitude even in the midst of hardship and trials...24:20-How God used adversity to grow Nate's faith in him. "Don't be a victim."...25:25-Spiritual boot camp with a pastor at a small church in Houston, TX...28:00-Advice for those struggling with porn: break the cycle of shame...30:00-How we are being programmed by our environment, pay attention!...34:15-American Ninja Warrior finds Nate: a journey begins!...38:05-Nate has a breakthrough about how to present himself to secure selection on the show...40:30-Consecutive years of American Ninja Warrior, missing wins by one spot and enduring injuries...42:00-Leaves his engineering job, God teaches him about being ALL IN...44:35-Nate gets called to join a Survivor style show in Latin America...47:00-"A Yes man for God," Nate's plans for 2022...49:45Call to action:No Limit Nate's InstagramTo learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

God is the great author writing the chapters of our lives. Richard and Patricia Hipps have an incredible life story full of chapters of love, adventure, missions, service, loss, grief, and finding purpose through their pain. Richard is a retired pastor, but you will still sense his pastoral care and deep love for God's sheep as he shares his personal story with honesty and vulnerability. He has a heart that remained tender and never hardened, despite great loss and suffering in his life and he shares his big breakthrough with suppressed grief that became depression and anxiety. Be encouraged by a man who not only survived tragedy, but thrived in life all because he zoomed out and remembered who was writing His story. The Good Story with a Good Ending. In this episode, you'll discover:-Richard's faith journey: a nebulous belief in God, boring sermons planting seeds, and a girl with rules...04:00-A mother battling breast cancer and the modeling of pastoral care from her roommate's clergy...07:30-God is good all the time, but there is no guarantee life will always be good...11:00-Losing a young child, seasons of deep grief, and the comfort of the Holy Spirit...14:00-Answered prayers that their pain not be wasted: Richard and Patricia offer good counsel for other grieving parents after child loss...18:50-Man makes his plans, but God orders his steps: signing blank contracts with trust God will fill in what is needed...21:30-A little girl's love for C.S. Lewis' "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" and Aslan's promise: There will be spring again...24:30-Angels: "you're going to get better soon and this depression will leave you."...30:00-God is very active in this world: small grace gifts in red birds and butterflies...33:00-The meta-narrative of God's good story: all of our little stories are part of a bigger, and good, story...37:00-Navigating God's call on their lives in this new season of retirement...40:45-Life challenges our theology: Richard talks about the theology of election and his new book...43:20Call to action:With These Words: A Pastor's Best Guesses About God's Good StoryRichard's WebsiteTo learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.comAll the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with being more visible to more people. And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

What would you do if your heard the voice of the Lord say, "Your life is not your own. You are to leave your corporate job and enter full time ministry."? This is exactly the call Mel and Cherie Jones responded to in their lives. They upgraded their American dream for whole-hearted kingdom living. Mel and Cherie are full time staff with Athletes in Action campus ministries at the University of Minnesota. Listen in to their inspiring story of faith in action, walking in God's sovereignty, and stewarding their God-given talents and treasures.In this episode, you'll discover:-"Here I am Lord." Cherie's story of faith...03:10-"The good guy." Mel's story of faith...05:30-Living the American dream: marriage, kids, house, climbing the corporate ladder...08:50-Mel and Cherie's call to full time ministry...11:00-Holy burdened hearts for college students...13:30-A full year of volunteering on campus...15:00-"Your life is not your own." God's sovereign call on their lives...18:00-Former salaried corporate superstars embark on a journey to raise support for full time missions...21:20-Learning to trust the Lord on a whole new level...25:00-Changed hearts: new desires, loss of old desires, new priorities, and higher levels of stewardship...27:00-Learn about the current challenges college students face today and Mel and Cherie's process of discipleship...29:00-The Invite Challenge: Come in. Come Prepared...32:30-Mel and Cherie's perspective on what is preventing people from hearing and responding to God's call today...35:30Call to action:Athlete's in Action WebsiteTo learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.comAll the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with being more visible to more people. And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Pain is inherently uncomfortable, but what happens if you or someone you love has to deal with pain every single day? People say they will pray for you, and then they run for the hills. There is a grieving process over all that is lost under such circumstances. There is also a choice: what will my attitude be? Gordon and Cherise Selley choose to praise the Lord each and every day, in the midst of extreme pain. They have discovered that pain is an instrument which is used in sharing the sufferings of Christ. Listen in for a deeply honest conversation about the challenges of chronic pain for the one suffering and those supporting and loving them. Learn to stay out of judgement and remain in curiosity with people suffering with chronic pain. If you, or someone you love, is in pain, trust the Lord and surrender. He may have a plan for your pain to reach many others. In this episode, you'll discover:-how to walk out practical aspects of faith through pain...06:00-the faith journey of a young man through multiple surgeries and losing everything...07:30-learn how Gordon and Cherise met and fell in love...11:00-identity crises through hardship as well as through merging lives together...16:00-how to prevent bitterness, self-pity, and resentment when things don't go as planned...19:00-what you should do with people who are uncomfortable with the pain and suffering of others...24:00-what can you do to reach out to someone who is in great pain?...27:30-How to practice practical positivity and hope with the wisdom of God...34:00-Pain is a great teacher and God redeems those times...38:00-Gordon's huge, courageous breakthrough regarding his body, the Holy Spirit's temple...42:00-Discipline through pain: turn pain over to the Lord in exchange for His joy...46:00-How growing up surrounded by a parent in chronic pain impacted their two sons...49:00Resources mentioned in this episode:Pursue Real Hope Gordon and Cherise's bookThe Gordon and Cherise Show, their podcast. https://gordonandcherise.com/podcasts/Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Silence is deafening, until you attune to the Lord and listen for His voice. Todd traveled to a Benedictine monastery for 10 days recently to enter into some peace and quiet as he worked on his latest book. Embracing the rituals and spiritual disciplines of the monks during his stay, he struggled, surrendered, and gained meaningful life lessons he wants to share with you in this episode. **Editor's note: For some inexplicable reason, we had a bit of a technical snafu about 21 minutes into the episode. You can still hear and understand us just fine, but you'll notice a slight change in our voices. As they say in the biz, "The show must go on..."In this episode, you will discover:-Todd spends 10 days at a monastery for silence and writing...03:00-Sometimes the best use of your time is to sit in silence and listen...07:00-At first, silence can be a deafening distraction...10:30-Long walks in the woods thinking about what matters the most...12:00-Talking with God vs. talking to God...14:00-Communal prayers and chanting with the monks; the value of rituals...16:00-The realization of dependency on technology; acknowledging addiction...19:00-What do you do when there is absolutely nothing to do? ...20:00-The spiritual discipline of solitude grows compassion for the lonely...23:00-Circus Ringmaster turned Benedictine monk (future podcast guest!)...25:00-Sacred space; how the architecture and structure is inspiring...29:00-Being uncomfortable in unfamiliar circumstances is extraordinarily tough...30:30-Monastic life is not for Todd, and that is OK!...32:00-Think before you speak, in fact... talk less!...34:00-Genuine humility and kindness; a culture worth duplicating at home...36:00Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

When a young basketball player suffered a serious back injury, the medicine he was prescribed initially helped relieve physical pain from the injury, and graduated over years to numb the God size void in his heart. Listen to this stereotype shattering account of a long-term addiction; with the classic addiction markers of isolation, self-loathing, shame, projection, and denial; transformed by the steadfast love of a woman on a mission from the Holy Spirit. There is always hope and freedom available through surrender to the one true God. If you, or someone you know, is flirting with addiction or held captive in its grip, find hope and encouragement in Christian's testimony.In this episode, you'll learn:-Addiction is bondage and will hold a firm grip on your life...03:30-A wholesome, secular youth upheld false gods of family and sports...05:30-The big questions of life plague a young man without satisfying answers...08:30-Euphoria. The feeling of the first painkiller initiates the grip of addiction...10:45-Common stereotypes of an "addict" are deceptive and allow the enemy to wage war on anyone, because addiction does not discriminate...12:25-Addiction makes many excuses...16:45-Addiction likes to hide; isolation and alienation help keep shameful secrets safe...19:30-I Love Lucy. There is something noticeably different about this God-fearing woman...23:30-Encounters with a Christ-like love are perspective shifting...27:30-The Holy Spirit speaks; a specific charge to Lucy to reach Christian...29:00-"Do it again tomorrow" Amazing advice when God doesn't respond immediately...32:00-Setting healthy boundaries when the addict you love causes fear; "I'll help you, but from a distance." -Lucy...35:00-Discover the best advice for those living with and loving addicts...37:30-The ripple effect of Christian's surrender brings many good things...41:00-Don't allow 'good' to rob you from your best; discover, develop and deploy your God-given gifts...43:20-Deliverance from addiction is available to all through surrender and transformation; there is hope!...47:30Resources mentioned:7 Days of Creation worksheet: Text "7 Days" to (727)-472-3860Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

In today's episode, we welcome Pam Lundell, a popular personality among those who listen to KTIS radio, the local Christian radio station in the Twin Cities.Pam was devastated when her husband passed away after a drug overdose of prescription drugs in 2005. This loss left her angry, dejected. All the emotions one would expect a woman to experience - multiplied by 1,000 and you have what Pam felt.But to her surprise, her sharing her grief publicly on the radio allowed her to be something of an inspiration for other women in the area who were mourning the loss of their husbands, seemingly before their time to leave the earth had come.Pam's biggest takeaway from her loss? Forgiveness. Of the person whose actions resulted in loss of life. You can hate the drugs and still love the addict.That and much more will be shared in today's episode!In this episode, you'll discover:-Pam's faith breakthrough...04:05-How God's Spirit brought comfort after the death of Pam's first husband...08:08-How Pam's grief was used as a tool to comfort others...13:53-Advice for those grieving a great loss...21:15-The transition between two families blending together...25:00-Resources Pam relies on to keep on keepin' on...29:26-The one word that would sum up Pam's life...31:55-And much more!Resources mentioned in this episode:Episode 16https://myktis.com/programs/pam-lundellhttps://www.widowmight.orgCall to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Attitude. It's everything, right? It's easy to recite a platitude like that when things are going well, or perhaps when we experience the inevitable speed bump in life.How about when everything you've invested in a person's spiritual development goes awry as they make poor choice after poor choice? There's nothing you can do about it. After all, it's not like you can live someone's life for them.In a situation like that, "attitude is everything" is not a platitude. It's the only way one can persevere through the situation.Our guest today, Pastor Jerry Hobbs has experienced this firsthand, and will share how the only way to find peace through an otherwise hopeless situation with a loved one was to simply release the individual - and the situation - to God and allow Him to do his great work.In our conversation with Pastor Jerry Hobbs, you'll hear:-Pastor Jerry's spiritual journey and some personal breakthroughs he's experienced...05:06-How to choose to not engage with a toxic situation in the home...12:30-Taking authority over a situation that on the surface is desperate...22:12-Moving forward without reflecting on what could have been done about a situation...27:30-The best piece of advice Jerry has ever received...33:18-Fun things about Jerry and a closing prayer...34:30Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Email addresses on scrap paper...Courier pigeons on wayward cargo ships...Mutual friends from the far corners of the earth...Must make for one heck of a love story, right?Well, it's interesting how our Father works things out in that way. Sometimes it's the way we would least expect it.Our guests today, James Newcomb and Sana Dorry, couldn't be more different when it comes to lifestyle, background and family history. But they'll tell you that circumstances aside, God "arranged" their meeting and through relying on Him, has molded their souls into one flesh.In this conversation with James and Sana, you'll learn:-How to keep love alive and thriving while miles apart (physically or politically)...04:55-An unremarkable first meeting...10:45-Where Americans often get it wrong when it comes to the priorities in finding a mate...18:08-Bracing for a marriage knowing they'll be apart from the outset...26:45-Two separate souls become one flesh by making God the center of the relationship...33:30-Privacy is sacred in a marriage...38:15-And much more!To learn more about James and Sana and their adventures, visit jamesandsana.comCall to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

"Forgive and forget." That's the advice we're given as children, and as adults.But it's never quite that easy. We're offended by someone close to us, and we take on the mentality of the wronged victim in need of justice against the person who has wronged us. We take our case to God, the righteous judge, and tell Him to fix it, in the name of Jesus!But is that really the way we ought to think about such matters?Our guest today, Cheryl Witham will say the mentality just described is that of a victim. It is giving your perpetrator untoward power over your soul and is blocking your God-given right to true freedom and peace in your soul.Work out your own salvation, good Christian. Not that of the one who wronged you. For neglecting the need to forgive - even though you might never forget - will affect your own body, mind and soul for the worse.In this conversation with Cheryl, you'll discover:-How Cheryl realized that forgiveness is the true solution to our pain...05:00-Excusing vs. accusing, and how the former blocks our ability to forgive...13:15-The boots on the ground action steps of forgiveness...19:49-Symptoms of unresolved and unforgiven offenses (spoiler alert, you might die)...23:05-Forgiveness is not reconciliation; it precedes reconciliation...27:30-What happens when you know in your heart you've forgiven the perpetrator...29:45-The #1 thing people struggle to forgive...33:05-How our own self-image (for better or worse) affects our ability to forgive and live a joyful life...37:45Resources mentioned:Cheryl's book: Freedom, Forgiveness, HowTo learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Sometimes we find ourselves in a really good place in life. A charmed life where we are amazed by all the blessings we are receiving and what God's doing in our lives.But is it possible that we also sometimes fool ourselves into thinking that life will always be this way, that nothing can break the perfect happy bubble you're living in right this moment. It's easy to get so comfortable in the charmed life that we lose perspective. So what happens when your perfect happy bubble pops and the downfall quickly becomes out of your control? Our guest today has experienced just this. After losing everything, Dr. Gene Bailey found hope and restoration. Dr. Gene Bailey is currently serving as executive director for Kenneth Copeland Ministries, The Victory Channel and is the executive pastor at Eagle Mountain International Church in Fort Worth, Texas. With a long history in ministry, Gene has traveled the world and experienced the power of God first hand. Whether it was dining with Kings in the middle east to being thrown in jail in West Africa for spreading the gospel, Gene has seen God truly open doors for the gospel like never before. In 2016 Revival Radio TV was born out of Gene's hunger to see and experience true revival comparable to the great moves of God in the past. His long history in the media allows Gene to see the history of revival as it applies to outpourings today. In 2020, Gene launched Flashpoint, which is a television program highlighting current events, prophecy and politics from a biblical perspective. Currently, Flashpoint and Revival Radio TV are seen on broadcast outlets and cable systems around the world. In this conversation, you'll hear...-The super simple first step to rebuilding your life after losing everything...04:00-The impact of prayer meetings on an 8 year old christian...06:15-When things started to go sideways for Gene and the key he discovered in moving on...11:20-Then things got worse: What happened to Gene and how he made it through...15:50-"Is there anything else?" A moment of breaking...18:45-Why Gene gave up goal setting...21:30-The birth and mission of Flashpoint...25:10Flashpoint -The biggest lesson Gene's learned about Revival and where Flashpoint fits in to that...28:15Revival TV-3 things we can do now to help our nation through this current revival...30:35-About Gene's new book...36:30Flashpoint of Revival-There's still hope! How we can help fix the nation by helping each other first...39:45-Something interesting about Gene...42:40Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

The leaves are changing, the air feels different and the weather is getting cooler. Fall is upon us. With the crispy, colorful leaves everywhere in sight, it's hard not to think about how cool it is that the seasons change. Seasons change and so do we, so today, we talk about our different seasons. Change in our lives is inevitable. Sometimes we may feel like change has been imposed on us and other times there's an opportunity that jumps up in front of us and forces us to choose whether to change or not. Today, Wendie and Todd talk about how we can start embracing change so that it can usher in breakthroughs that we so desperately need, even if we don't know we need it. In this conversation, you'll hear...-Unwanted, blind-sided, imposed changes that shake up our lives...02:55-Choosing to be bitter or better; How to breakthrough to the other side of unwanted change...05:55Slow to speak, quick to listen-An imposed change that transformed Wendie's life...07:30Visibly Fit Program-A recent tragic change that has rocked Todd's world...09:55-What to do when opportunities come up that require us to make changes...14:05-The upside of making the change; Wendie and Todd share examples of changes they are making...18:00-How to embrace change and see it as an opportunity for growth...26:15A quote by Jack Canfield-The most dependable constant of all...27:15-Todd and Wendie share a review...28:30Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Trauma and obstacles...we all have them, but not everyone is lucky enough to have a breakthrough to get beyond them. For some, we may get stuck on the 'why' of it all instead of wondering how God can use that trauma or obstacle for good. Our trauma does not have to define us and we don't have to go at it alone. We are over-comers in Christ. Our guest today can speak from many points of trauma. You'll hear how she was able to achieve breakthroughs in the obstacles that faced her. Misty Phillip is a dreamer and a doer who is passionate about helping people spark their soul message. Misty encourages people to use their story to give God glory. The founder of Spark Media, Misty equips Christian communicators and podcasters through virtual and live events, podcast network, magazine and a thriving membership community. She is the host of By His Grace Podcast which is ranked in the top 1.5% of all podcasts. She's a sought after international speaker and the author of the award winning, number one Amazon new release bible study, The Struggle is Real, But So is God and she's also got the Spark Podcast Planner.In this episode, you'll discover...-The first action step toward overcoming an obstacle that seems impossible to overcome...03:20Misty's book: The Struggle Is Real, But So Is God-From 'Christmas Christians' to the tragic loss of a family member, drugs, rape and more...05:10-How Misty dealt with the emotions she had following her brother's passing...11:05-The stranger that helped change Misty's life...12:10-How Misty surrendered and allowed God to take control, even through endless struggles...14:00"When I became a believer, the struggles in my life did not end"2 Corinthians 12:9-How Misty addresses the question, "How can a good God let these bad things happen?"...18:30-Misty's advice to people who are struggling, alone and don't know how to experience God's grace...20:35-How Misty learned to live a life of forgiveness...22:40-About Misty and her traditionally catholic husband growing in their faith...24:30-The importance of having and leaning on supportive community in overcoming obstacles...25:55-How Misty helps people activate God's word in their lives...28:45Free printable declarationsMisty's website-Something fun that most people don't know about Misty...29:20Proverbs 3:5-6Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Insecurities breed inadequacy. Inadequacy breeds insecurity.It's a vicious cycle, isn't it? Just about every single one of us has some kind of insecurity that creeps up and tries to hold us back from accomplishing our goals. But the truth is, if you don't feel adequate because you're insecure, you can't have confidence to go forward toward something that might be a little scary.It stops you cold and you end up walking away from opportunities. Has this happened to you?It's generally known that public speaking is the number one fear of people in America. That's what makes this the perfect topic for today's guest, who has overcome his own insecurities countless times to get where he is today. Connor Mead is a young 24 year old man of honor, faithfulness, discipline and servant-heartedness. In addition to being a public speaker and a coach for King's Council, Connor is a pastor at Awaken Church in San Diego. Connor speaks with us today about the many challenges he faced with public speaking and how he has now beat that fear through God's word. In this conversation, you'll hear...-Where to find the root to our insecurities and fears...03:45-How divorce helped Connor become the responsible man he is today...06:50Romans 8:28-The fear that propelled Connor into public speaking...10:30"God places the best things in life on the other side of fear"-How Connor transformed from a silent team captain to a fearless heart-spoken 24 year old...13:20-What the enemy tried to steal in Connor's life...17:00-What happened at church camp that changed Connor's life forever...19:45-The power of mentorship in building confidence...28:25Steve WeatherfordKing's Counsil Coaching-Connor's advise for young people who feel undervalued...32:50-Something most people don't know about Connor...35:35Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

People say, "The truth shall set you free." But what about the quality of that truth? What if the truth you're hearing is actually just leverage used for someone else's gain? In today's world of media, the truth can be hard to come by. Today's guest has learned some things about the real truth that he's been able to apply in his personal and business life. Michael Boerner is an innovative thinker, leader and founder of many media and technology companies. He is TedMed scholar as well as a National award winning film and video producer and technologist. Michael is a truth-telling christian who is passionate about spreading trustworthy information to others for the simple purpose of serving. He has taken the time today to talk to us about how he has utilized media and technology to unify communities, spread the Word of God and serve exponentially. In this conversation, you'll hear...-Michael's background and how he became a TedMed Scholar...03:40-Why Michael began to question his childhood faith and how transformed faith changed his life...05:35"I don't want you to believe anything that I've told you. Truth never fears investigation."John 17John 8:32 "How do we scale grace to the world?"-The simplicity of understanding faith and who God is...14:15-What motivated Michael to becoming the "Media missionary" that he is now...15:30"Truth isn't just about a faith-based or spiritual truth. In God's world, there's truth about leadership, marriage, parenting, the way God made our digestive system, health and vitality."Mission Media-How Mission Media united 80 christian churches to come together for a bigger mission...20:05Christian Churches of the Treasure Valley Association-What 11 christian pastors did for an entire city to demonstrate grace...24:55-How to keep unity within christian communities during such isolated times...27:15-What very innovative technology Michael is working on now...30:45Engage Media-How to feel more confident about serving...36:10-The new technology Michael is working on to help serve people even greater...39:10Mission Media: Real Life Engagement About Michael:Michael Boerner is the founder and CEO of Engaged Technologies Group. Michael has over 25 year of experience founding and leading technology and media companies. He's an entrepreneur, responsible for innovating several short form video based technologies, enabling data driven video personalization and mobile engagement. Michael is TedMed front line scholar as well as a National award winning film and video producer and technologist. Some of the companies he's worked for include: Johnson & Johnson, CVS, Ford, Samsung, United Healthcare and many more. He's appeared nationally on CNN, Fox News, ABC Radio Network as well as numerous press articles covering his media and technology innovations. He spent many years on Gary Smalley's Board of Directors as well as on the Board of the National Institute of Marriage. Michael is married to his amazing wife, Natalie of 32 years. Together, they have four beautiful adult daughters and two son-in-laws and reside in Boise, Idaho. Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Are you over it? The 'it's' in your life that have caused grief. Maybe your 'it' was trauma or obstacles you've had to overcome, a past relationship or a friend that has departed your life. Are you over it?Generally it's about loss, the loss of a job, a marriage, a loved one. Would you say that you have been able to recover from the grief of a loss in your life?What happens if you think you're over that loss but then a trigger pops up and quickly reminds you of that grief? Todd and Wendie recently experienced that little trigger with the loss of their sweet family dog, Kodie. Kodie was 14 and a half years old and lived such a great life but finally, it was her time to go. The loss of Kodie triggered a different level of grief for the family and on previous losses. It was an opportunity to go deeper on that grief healing. Today, we talk about loss, grief and the feeling of continued loss that many of us experience throughout our lives.In this conversation, you'll discover...-How grief has recently struck Wendie and Todd and what's come up from that grief...02:30-What the bible says about grief...04:30John 11-What Kodie's death triggered for Todd and Wendie...08:35-The good that comes from our grief...10:00-How to breakthrough to a new level of healing from your grief...12:00-Why it's okay to express righteous anger...15:10-The importance of crying it out and NOT self medicating...16:00-The best way to support someone who's experiencing grief...17:00-Best things to do to help relieve your grief...17:45-Previous Your Biggest Breakthrough Episodes that might help you heal...19:30Your Biggest Breakthrough, Episode 16-What we can learn about Jesus's grief and how to turn outward...20:152 CorinthiansPsalm 34:18In Loving Memory of KodieCall to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

We've all heard the statement, "Make lemonade out of lemons," right? Well today's guest is responsible for most of the lemons in her own life. After a lifetime of poor choices and pain, Valerie Bracchi finally chose the Lord and learned to make lemonade so that she could experience a refreshing breakthrough. Despite a troubled past, Valerie is a super successful, God loving woman. She has over 15 years of real estate experience and is deeply passionate about relationships, negotiation and getting the job done. She received her bachelors degree in psychology and business, which have all equipped her to be a sought after agent and negotiator in the north Dallas markets. Valerie has such a big heart that she gives a percentage of her own commission from every closing to local ministries and charities. She likes to say her business is "real estate on a mission." In this discussion, you'll learn...-About Valerie's high school alcohol addiction...04:00"I started as a way of surviving"-The spiral that finally led to Valerie's sobriety...07:35-What rock bottom actually looked like for Valerie...08:50-How Valerie changed her environment and community to support her goals...10:00-Valerie's advice on getting to know the Heavenly Father after being raised by an abusive father...12:10"I had to go deeper with God and do a lot of work in that father/daughter relationship"12 step plus (12 step program PLUS the power of the Holy Spirit)-How Valerie learned to surrender to God's word, even though she didn't know how...16:15"We're transformed by the renewing of our minds"Joyce MeyerAA and Next StepJeremiah 21:11-Valerie's 'why' and how connecting to this helped her break through...23:45Union Gospel Mission-How Valerie uses her real estate business as a platform for 'market place ministry'...26:45Christian Women in MediaVisibly FitSimply Grace House-Valerie's #1 resource for when she's feeling overwhelmed...31:45"The gifts and the call are irrevocable"-Something most people don't know about Valerie...34:30-Best advice for taking that first step toward healing...36:45Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

"Still the seat encroaches into your daughters headspace and cracks her skull open, it kills people worldwide, it maims people worldwide." - Jason FraserOn Thanksgiving day, 2016, Jayden Faith Fraser was in the backseat of her fathers Sudan, heading home from feeding the homeless on thanksgiving 2016 when another car rear ended them on the highway. The drivers seat collapsed backward, slamming into Jay-Fay's head. Her mother, Michelle recounted, "it was a 360 degree fracture around her skull." Jay-Fay, who was only 12 at the time, had been a state champion gymnast and a nationally performing dancer. These days, she is wheel chair bound, unable to speak and fed through a tube in her stomach. Her parents are on a mission to make sure this doesn't happen to any other family. Today, we talk to the Fraser's about their journey, their faith and their effort to make a difference. Let's dive inIn this conversation, you'll hear...-The event that changed the Fraser family's lives forever...02:35"Whoa, there's something wrong with vehicles"-What happened just after impact...06:40-How the family embodies such positive attitudes after such trauma...11:30"This was ordained by God"Miracle Monday#pray4jayfay Facebook, Instagram & Twitter-Why Jason says this accident was something that God ordained...14:00-How the Fraser family's faith has held up throughout Jay-Fay's healing journey...15:50-Michelle's advise on how to choose faith over fear...19:55"I think that if anyone in the world could do this, we can do this"-How to handle anger, sorrow or regret after a tragedy...25:10Romans 8"The reason why anger feels bad is because it's not the truth, it's not what God promises""Things work out best for those who make the best of the way things work out" - Abe Lincoln-The profound simplicity involved in making difficult decisions...28:30-Jay-Fay's healing and rewiring journey from the accident until now...29:30"Every new little miracle is just so beautiful and so fun"Pray for Jay-Fay facebook page-How the Fraser's are trying to make a difference and how you can get involved...32:30Modernizing Seat Back Safety ActInvest America Act through the House of RepresentativesContact senators directly and push for quicker response to the Modernizing Seat Back Safety Act-How to trust that God has a plan, even in the darkest of times...37:30"Believing is seeing"Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

According to the International Labor Organization, there are 40.3 million victims of human trafficking globally.Human trafficking is an issue that's taken center stage as numerous celebrities, businesses, organizations increase awareness to combat this modern day slavery.Our guest today, Holly Christine Hayes, knows all about this all too well. As a survivor of addiction and abuse herself, Holly is now the founder and CEO of the Sanctuary Project, a survivor run non-profit jewelry enterprise employing and empowering women who have survived lives of trafficking, violence and addiction. She is an award winning author of the book, From Basement to Sanctuary. She speaks in jails, churches, recovery communities and conferences all over the globe about transformation from trauma and the redeemer who can lift any life from the pit. Holly is passionate about spreading the message, especially to young girls, that "worth is not dependent on what you look like or what anyone thinks of you, except what God thinks of you." - Holly Christine HayesIn this conversation, you'll hear...-Facts about human trafficking and what that really looks like here in America...04:00-How Holly found herself being sex trafficked...05:35"I was 19 when I met my trafficker""Men will pay for you, you're valuable"-Why Holly chose to hit rock bottom...09:15-Holly's advice to the young girl with the hard heart and no hope...11:40-How Holly got so low, even her trafficker didn't want her anymore...13:15-What factors make young children vulnerable to trafficking and who traffickers really look for...16:30-What Holly would say to her younger self...21:00-What inspired Holly to create the Sanctuary Project...23:25New partnership with Target-How Holly meets, gains trust and mentors survivors at the local jail...26:40-What the Sanctuary Project jewelry designs represent...30:15Shop Sanctuary Project jewelryNew Wild CollectionMens jewelry available-How to help in your local community...33:30Find local trafficking organizationHelp educate communityDonations or volunteering-The message Holly hopes to inspire through her new book...35:05From Basement to Sanctuary: Finding Healing & Transformation Through Surrender-How to connect with Holly...37:00Special Jewelry Promo: Breakthrough20 (20% off all jewelry)Holly's WebsiteAbout Holly & PodcastAbout Holly20 years after finding herself in a run down bathroom stall in Austin praying, "God, help me," Holly is now the founder and CEO of the Sanctuary Project, a survivor run non-profit jewelry enterprise employing and empowering women who have survived lives of trafficking, violence and addiction. She is an award winning author of the book, From Basement to Sanctuary. Holly is passionate about sharing her vulnerable journey of healing. She speaks in jails, churches, recovery communities and conferences all over the globe about transformation from trauma and the redeemer who can lift any life from the pit. Holly and her husband, Jeff enjoy life on a hobby farm and vineyard outside of Austin with their many animals and sweet 1 year old daughter, Havana. About the Sanctuary ProjectThe Sanctuary Project, started only 2 and a half years ago has provided more than 10,000 hours of employment to 26 women coming out of trafficking, violence and addiction. 100% of their sales go directly to providing employment and job training for women.More Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Do you know your limits? Do you know when to pause for the sake of mental or physical wellness? What about knowing when to keep pushing past those limits in order to embark on new territory you never thought possible?Knowing your limits can be a two sided coin. It can be the difference between winning the gold, silver, bronze or no metal at all. Today, Todd and Wendie talk about a few incredible athletes from the Tokyo Olympics and how they knew when to pause and when to come back, guns-a-blazing and push past their limits to break records. They break down some commonalities that Simone Biles and Moses have in common and talk about what scripture tells us about our limits and breaking free. Let's dive in...In this episode, you'll hear...-The example Simone Biles set for knowing her limits...01:45-Why Simone is being hammered by the media...03:40-What Simone and Moses have in common and the powerful message we can learn from both...05:00-How to know you've got 'Moses Syndrome' and when to give yourself a timeout...07:50-The contradictory flip side of the coin and reaching beyond our limits...09:35Simone Biles winning the Bronze metal on the balance beam-How to know when to go at it again and test your limits...11:35Sydney McLaughlin and Dalilah Muhammad setting new World RecordsIron sharpens iron-Todd's personal example of pushing his limiting beliefs...14:05-The benefits of knowing your limits and avoiding burnout...15:40-How to recognize your own limits and when to ask your loved ones for support...18:15Apostle PaulPhilippians 4 13Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

What happens if you discover that you have an incurable cancer and that you just have months to live? What would you do? How would you handle that? In this episode, we're talking about the C word...Cancer. The chances are that maybe you, a loved one or someone you know has experienced a cancer diagnosis. Sadly this is a topic that is never too far away from any of us.Today, we talk to Clayton Bjelan, who did something really, really remarkable. After Clayton's mum, Rhonda Bjelan was diagnosed with terminal cancer, she agreed to do a podcast with him to document each step in her journey form diagnosis to death. Why would they do that? The answer is simply so that they could help others who are experiencing something similar through the process. Incurable, the podcast, is a conversation between mother and son through the emotional roller coaster that all families experience when faced with the reality of losing a loved one. In the podcast, they work through difficult emotions, disbelief, the struggles of facing death, the preciousness of time and what really is important.The podcast also addresses the big question that we all have, which is, 'Why would God let this happen?' In this conversation, you'll hear...-Why so many of us are afraid to talk about death...04:00-How Clayton dealt with interviewing his mum, knowing she was going to die...05:45-How a vision Rhonda had over 30 years ago came true through the podcast...06:45-What it was like to record through such a painful grieving process...09:50-How Clayton balanced doubt and his faith in God...11:55-Clayton's advice on how to talk to people going through a difficult health journey...15:45-How and when to talk to children about a cancer diagnosis...17:30-How Clayton juggled his day to day responsibilities, marriage, kids and quality time with mum...20:15-How Clayton and Rhonda recorded through constantly changing hospital environments...24:20-Rhonda's magnetic connection with the doctors and nurses...26:00-What to do when regret and guilt start flooding in...27:55-Chasing healing vs. living peacefully through the last few weeks...31:15-The importance of talking about death and how to live without fear of it...34:35-Where to find a strong support system if you don't already have one...38:00Clayton's Facebook group: The Incurable Podcast GroupIncurable podcast-What Rhonda would say today about living and dying...40:50"Jesus has something special for you""Trust in Jesus" - Rhonda BjelanAbout ClaytonBesides creating an incredibly fascinating podcast, Clayton Bjelan has spent 20 years in Christian radio, the majority at 89.9 The Light in Melbourne, Australia. He has also held the roles of Music Director, Content Director, Head of Product Development, General Manager and Chief Operating Officer. Currently he is the Group Transformation Manager at PositiveMedia (home of 89.9 TheLight). Clayton hosts the radio program, ‘In Conversation’ - a full length feature interview program. He’s interviewed over 1500 guests including Prime Ministers, sports stars, musicians and former mafia bosses. By far the most challenging of Clayton's experiences has been producing and co-hosting his mum's 3-month journey from cancer diagnosis to her death. It shares Rhonda’s innermost thoughts and struggles during this time. The aim of the podcast is to give others hope if they were to be diagnosed themselves (and let everyone else listen in to what this time is like for the patient and the family). Listen and find out more at www.incurablepodcast.com.More Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Have you ever felt like the cards you were dealt have led to a life filled with betrayal, disappointment and pain? Do you ever struggle with feelings of hopelessness, abandonment or feeling unloved? How do you not lose hope when things get really tough? Is it even possible to experience love or success after a life filled with negativity and loss?Today, we talk to Rob Dempsey, who walks us through some amazing stories of incredible breakthroughs he's had in all areas of his life. You'll be amazed, encouraged, and well equipped to cope the next time you feel like everything is crumbling around you. Rob's experience with loss started from a young age. He was faced with abandonment, abuse, death of a loved one and even struggled with severe obesity. Now, Rob is a die-hard radio guy on HIS Radio Network. He is a devout Christian, a community leader, a dad, and has successfully dropped more than 140 lbs. Rob's constant battle with adversity and loss has led him down a path of resilience, triumph, and success. He is living proof of how powerful faith in God and a strong will to keep going can be. In this conversation, you'll hear...-Where Rob's story began...04:10-What kept Rob going in his darkest times...10:20JOY FM radio station-About the impact that radio had on Rob's transformation...16:30-The breaking point that launched Rob's 140 pound weight loss...19:50-Rob's advise for people struggling to keep going...27:25-Rob's reunion story with his birth dad...31:30-The most influential people in Rob's life...38:45President of radio stationMentor at radio stationYouth pastor in Rob's teenage yearsMentor = Bill ScottJesus Christ"Faithful, endurance, not giving up"Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Mental health...a topic many of us can relate to, especially since the COVID pandemic started in March, 2020. Many of us who have been dealing with ups and downs of our mental health have also developed coping mechanisms and tactics to not have to feel pain or discomfort. What if these coping mechanisms are actually attacking our mental health and spiritual wellbeing? Could our avoidance in dealing with the pain lead us down a journey of becoming distant with the Lord?In today's episode, we speak with Rebecca Carrell, a woman who is far too familiar with suffering. Rebecca shares her lifelong struggle with mental health, the coping mechanisms she's used over the years and what truly helped her heal.She teaches us that when we start to acknowledge where we're at, God opens doors that allow us to breakthrough and in turn, heal. Discover the path that took Rebecca from overwhelmed alcoholic to the "Joyful Jesus Lover."In this conversation, you'll hear...-The anxious road that led Rebecca to secret alcoholism...04:30Mental illness runs in Rebecca's family12 years old when she started expressing mental illnessPositively influenced by Episcopal churchNegatively influenced by moving every 3 yearsAlways trying to fit in + genetic predisposition to mental illness played biggest role in downfall of mental healthBecame an alcoholic after high schoolLow point came in 2009, after finding a bottle of pain killers-Rebecca's transformative moment...13:20"I did a very good job of hiding my alcoholism"Luke 21:34Deuteronomy 30:19Journaled through the entire New Testament12 years sober-How Rebecca handled the conflict in her soul...19:25She was really good at justifying itDr. David HendersonOver 90% of addicts are actually self medicating an underlying illness or conditionCounterfeit comfort is fleeting, temporary relief-Tips on seeking help without feeling shame and guilt...21:55Psychiatrist care, counselors and medicineJournalingUnderstanding the chemical imbalance: overproduction of glucocorticoids and adrenaline and underproduction of serotonin and dopamine-How you may be shutting down the Lord's messages to help you...28:20James 5-Where to start in helping a loved one seek help....30:30InterventionDo not discount prayerMaintain healthy boundaries-How Rebecca's mental health journey has impacted her ministry...32:35"God will take the thing in your life that has caused you the greatest pain and shame and turn that into your weapon of warfare"-Rebecca's books...35:30Holy Jelly Beans: Finding God through Everyday ThingsHoly Hiking Boots: When God Makes the Ordinary ExtraordinaryRebecca's website -Rebecca's biggest influences...37:00DadBible teacher named Jen WilkinRebecca, the 'Joyful Jesus follower' - "Joy is a fruit of the spirit and not a fruit of our circumstances"Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Let's be real, we've all experienced failure at some point in life. The question is, are you learning from those failures or do you keep repeating the same failures time and time again? Failures occur in all of our lives often and the truth is that without those failures, we could not experience breakthroughs. In today's episode, we dive in to some of our own biggest failures that have also led to some of our biggest breakthroughs. We will talk about how to accept our mistakes and how to slow down enough to learn the lesson that each mistake brings with it. In this conversation, you'll hear...-What Wendie learned from her recent failure...03:00-What Todd learned from a recent business investment failure...05:25-How to stop repeating the same failing cycle...08:40-A mistake Todd made that led to a huge breakthrough in his business...11:55-Why we sometimes need others to help us point out our blindspots...14:35-A big thank you to our amazing listeners...16:40-How to be open to learning and growing through your failures...18:10The Apostle Peter-About Wendie's Visibly Fit podcast and Todd's upcoming podcast...21:50Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Do you live with regret? Do you have any would've, could've, should've moments making you feel bad about something you did, or maybe didn't do? Have you ever experienced a moment when it feels like the crumbs your kids or husband keep dropping around the house just keep piling up? You feel like you're going to lose it, like you just can't take it anymore. You've reached your breaking point and it's time to walk away.Sometimes our fear and frustration gets the best of us and we're left with a decision to give in to that fear and frustration or to choose the Godly response. But how do we know what decision is the right one? At what point do we realize we might regret something if we don't make a change?In today's episode, we talk to the 'No Regrets Woman,' Rhonda Stoppe. Rhonda is the author of 6 books and dedicated to helping women live a life of no regrets. She is a wife, mother and blessed grandmother that has experienced a life filled with nearly regretful moments. Rhonda's wisdom and experience will help you discover the significance in God and his specific purpose for your life. She shares some of her nearly regretful moments and the ways in which she stuck with God and became the "No Regrets Woman."In this conversation, you'll learn...-What prompted Rhonda to become the "No Regrets Woman"...04:20We're often stuck in regret and we think God can't use usRhonda stems from a long line of broken marriagesShe knew that if she didn't find help, she would regret the wife she becameTitus 2 - Built a no regrets marriageThe women in her church community helped her lead a no regrets lifeBy dwelling on what we don't want to be, we attract and become just that-How to clean up the crumbs of a challenging season...12:30Unmet expectations is the number one thing that unravels the love in a relationshipUn-repented sin, resentment, anxiety and fear renders our prayers powerless-Finding Godly mentors...15:45When God saves, he forgives to the utmostStart with a local church - Iron sharpens IronFind Godly people who have experienced what you're experiencing-The breakthrough moment in Rhonda's life...19:15The book of PhilippiansPsalm 119: 165Rhonda experienced a very regretful time in her marriageSuffered from post-partum depressionFinally went to an endocrinologist to get help for her hormonal imbalanceConstantly reading the bible, taking notes and spending time in praryer-Why Rhonda almost walked away from her faith...25:45Her son's diagnosis with severe epilepsyRhonda watched her dreams for her son fall awayShe was ready to give up and angry with GodPsalm 119Eventually began to observe Brandon becoming a musicianGod used Brandon's epilepsy to bring the crowd to glory through his music-Best advice for avoiding something regretful...29:50The book of SolomonIf you want wisdom for your life, you must ask God for it-Rhonda's favorite story...32:25Rhonda's daughter Meredith lost several babies from failed pregnanciesWhen she finally had a successful birth, her daughter had years of surgeries and hardship aheadMeredith said, "Mom this is Ivy's trial"Your trials are not about you-The balance between being aware of regret and self sabotaging...36:45Your priority must be to love in God with all your heartTrust that God always has a plan for the greater goodWhen someone is falling behind, be the person putting your hand at the small of their back to help them keep paceBe cautious of the people you surround yourself with-Rhonda's gifts for you...41:40Free Gift: Sign up to Nurturing Letters and receive a free ebook, "The Money Myth" Gift: 35% Discount code for Audiobook, "Mom's Raising Sons To Be"Free: Summer book club via FacebookRhonda's websiteCall to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

Have you ever been told one thing, but it turned out that the truth was completely different? Can you imagine being told that you have a debilitating disease that you never had? Today, we speak with Jean Abbott, a resilient woman with a mind-blowing story. Jean was misdiagnosed as a young child with Spastic Diplegia, a form of Cerebral PalsyAfter 33 years of countless doctors visits, medical procedures, unnecessary medications she was correctly diagnosed with Dopa Responsive Dystonia (DRD) and given a new chance of life. In this discussion, you'll hear...-Why Jean says she would go through it all over again...04:30Always wanted to show people that they could stay positive despite their physical limitationsOver 25 people got a correct diagnosis from hearing Jeans story-Jean's faith journey...06:40Jean accepted her debilitating condition and continued to trust God"When I think about the positives in my life, that's when I realize how blessed I really am"-The effects of Jeans diagnosis on her family and growing up...08:20Decided from a young age that she could still do everything all the other kids could do, but maybe just a little differentlyShe had 2 older brothers and nobody ever babied her-How to shift limiting beliefs...10:15Change prayer focus and how you're going about being close to GodDevotionalsDaily readings from Crushing by T.D. Jakes-Jeans initial symptoms and diagnosis story...11:30Diagnosed around age 4 with cerebral palsyLimited mobility with legs and armsSleep was a huge factor in symptomsSymptoms worse as she was getting older, which is abnormal for Spastic DisplesiaAfter having children, her symptoms were getting worse because sleep was decliningHad to use mobility scooterNo spasticity, no rigidity, lost all mobility that she had, couldn't even sit up in a chairDepression and anxiety set inDaughters were putting her to bed every nightStarted going to counseling with depression and anxietyWent back to another doctor and was told that something seemed strange and recommended a NeurologistWent to see new Neurologist and when she talked about the effect of her sleep. The doctor immediately said she thought she had DRD. Prescribed some medicationJean almost refused medication because she was in such disbeliefJean had new medicine and glass of wine at dinner that night and was able to walk alongside her husband to the car3 days later, on Easter Sunday (at 33 years old) she was standing in a parking lot without holding on to anyone (first time in a decade), that's when I realized my life had changedConnection to God in that moment that she had never experienced beforeAmazing calmness came over herEverything was scary but she wasn't going to let fear affect herNew doctor: Dr. Martha Nance-Jean's best advice for those struggling with debilitating diseases...20:50Trust that God has a plan for each and every one of usIf we hold on to the bitterness and hatred, we will be imprisoning ourselvesTry to reach acceptance for what we cannot change Take things day by day or even hour by hour-How the family responded to Jean's new diagnosis...22:05-The importance of accepting support during hardship...23:50"If you let me help you, you're actually giving me a gift"-Advise on asking for support...26:00Be as open as you possibly can to let them inIf you say 'no,' you're pushing them awayJean's website-How to develop an attitude of gratitude...27:15Start your day on a positive note (prayer, gratitude, intention setting)Being very specific with daily intentionsWhen negative thoughts sink in, ask yourself how you can find the positive in that negative thought-How to accept that pain might be purposeful...29:25Sometimes it takes more work than normal to stay positiveKnow when to turn to God moreAbout the guest: Jean Abbott was misdiagnosed as a young child with Spastic Diplegia, a form of Cerebral Palsy. After 33 years of countless doctor’s visits, medical procedures, unnecessary medications and surgeries, she was correctly diagnosed with Dopa Responsive Dystonia (DRD) and given a new life! Jean is the author of Misdiagnosed: My Thirty-Year Struggle with a Debilitating Disorder I Never Had.She has appeared on the Today show, Good Housekeeping and the U.K.'s Daily Mail to share her story. Since then, an overwhelming number of people from around the world have contacted Jean to tell her how inspired they were by her journey from “wheels to heels”. As a mother of three children, Jean enjoys all the adventures of her new life, but wouldn't change the journey that brought her to where she is today. Her positive attitude is highly contagious as she encourages others to appreciate the little things in life.Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be ho

What happens when we experience a very hurtful loss and then how we breakthrough to find opportunities that God can provide through that loss.Whether it's been the loss of a loved one, a job, a pet or even a future dream cut short. Everyone deals with some kind of loss at some time in their lives.Today, we speak to Wayne Pederson, who teaches us that how we handle our losses determine the difference between prolonged pain and resentment or discovering new opportunities and freedom.Wayne started his career in 1967. He was an announcer on KTIS in Minneapolis. He's the producer of a number of shows on the one of the first satellite shows in the country. He served on the board of the National Religious Broadcaster. He's on a number of boards and committees In this episode, you'll hear...-Simple beginnings...04:45-Wayne talks about the loss of his wife, Norma...10:45-Wayne's faith journey...19:25-Questioning God after loss...23:35-How Willie entered into Wayne's life...26:00-How to deal with the loss of a job...29:20-Wayne's advise to people suffering from a loss...35:25-What it really means to finish well...39:55Call to action:To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!