Have you heard about George, the thriving fiddle leaf fig Candace has?
Over the years, she has tended to it, nourished it, and cared for it. And just like she has taken care of her fiddle leaf fig, we attend to our space and assignments.
There are things that can distract us or sabotage our space. Like foxes that steal from gardens and impact future fruitfulness, there are things that get in our way and impact our future ability to grow.
What are situations or issues that distract you within your space?
Is there something that feels like it could totally sabotage your assignments?
It might be easy to think of external issues, but often we get in our own way.
The good news is that there is a river of love and unlimited resources of all we need - it comes from God. And when you are in the river, your cup always overflows. Cultivate what matters in life, nourish your assignments, tend to your spaces, and watch them flourish and grow.
In this episode, you will hear Candace and Heather discuss:
Head to Candace.com to download the FREE guide, and to order Heather's latest book, Right Where You Belong.
For all things mentioned in this episode head over to https://ccbpodcast.com/episodes/season-2/10
Thank you to this episode's sponsors:
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During today's conversation on Back Porch Theology we're going to explore a beautiful oasis called En Gedi, which was the geographical inspiration behind some of the most beloved Psalms that were written by David. Effectively making this spot, that slingshot-wielding hero's Yoko Ono! En Gedi - which means "Spring of the Young Goat" - is one of only two freshwater springs along the western shore of the Dead Sea, so it's vital for Israel's agricultural industry. God allotted this fertile region to the tribe of Judah when the Israelites finally got to the Promised Land after the Exodus and four decades of wandering in the wilderness. But En Gedi really rises to prominence in Old Testament narrative in First Samuel when it becomes one of the main places of refuge for David when he had to flee the jealous madness of King Saul, who was intent on taking him out. Consequently, En Gedi became a safe place for David to pen some really lovely tunes praising God for His provision and protection. John Calvin described the Psalms as "an anatomy of all parts of the soul" because that ancient hymnal in the middle of our Bibles records both the rapture and the rupture of God's people. And I love the breadth of the Psalms because I think it behooves us to be reminded regularly that we don't have to curate our emotions on God's behalf but can instead bring everything to our Creator Redeemer - including the excruciatingly painful, hard, humiliating, and completely unfiltered stuff of life - and trust that it all matters to Him because we matter to Him. Today's podcast is going to give us a safe place to peel off our emotional Spanx and exhale, so please grab a cup of decaf coffee and your Bible - unless you're picking banana peels out of your composter, of course - and come hang out on the porch with us.
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It can feel like everything in the world is meant to discourage you, defeat you, and keep you from your calling. But in this episode, Christine Caine will remind that not only is there hope, there is a clear and defined path to both endure and flourish in your purpose! And one of the most powerful tools for helping you stay on track and committed is godly friends who will remind you of the truth when you want to give up. This episode will empower you to find friends who keep you on track so you can position yourself for the awesome things God wants to do through you.
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What an episode we have in store for today! My friend Micah Tyler joins us this week. Micah's journey from a sausage delivery driver to a successful musician with record deals, awards, and viral videos showcases his unwavering faith and dedication. His impact on younger audiences and relatable songs define his purpose in ministry. He ventured into the writing scene and released a new book titled, "Walking Free: Taking Small Steps to a Big God", that released just this year! I hope you enjoy today's episode.
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Has God ever promised you something, but then you found yourself discouraged while waiting for the fulfillment of that promise? In this episode, Christy reminds you that God hasn't forgotten about you and she shares four things you can do to get your hopes up in your season of waiting. New episodes drop every Monday, so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one!
Helpful resources:
- 7 Steps to Stop Feeling Discouraged available at christywright.com
- Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
- I Love My Mommy Because-- book by Laurel Porter-Gaylord
When it comes to owning our space, sometimes we may find ourselves shrinking back. Maybe it's because we fear failing and being hurt, we lack bravery, or are too comfortable.
On the other end of the spectrum, sometimes we can swell within our space. We find ourselves stepping over the lines of our space and into the sphere of someone else's.
Think about it this way: you show up to a theater to watch a play. The seats are assigned and you sit in the wrong seat. Not only are you taking up someone else's space, but you are missing out on your own. Sound familiar?
Knowing who you are, who you are not, where you start, and where you end is incredibly powerful when it comes to discovering (and living out) your God-given purpose.
Let us encourage you: You don't need to be the one that fills all the spaces. You just need to fill your own space, with the gifts, talents and experiences you have.
In this episode, you will hear Candace and Heather discuss:
Head to Candace.com to download the FREE guide, and to order Heather's latest book, Right Where You Belong.
For all things mentioned in this episode head over to
https://ccbpodcast.com/episodes/season-2/09
Thank you to this episode's sponsors:
AccessMore https://www.accessmore.com/
During today's conversation on Back Porch Theology we're going to peruse a parable about 10 Bridesmaids that Jesus taught on the Mount of Olives - that beautiful hill overlooking Jerusalem - during a series of messages called The Olivet Discourse, which He preached just prior to the first Easter. And while this symbolic tale is set in the context of a wedding party, it's more of a warning than a warm and fuzzy love story so it's important to note that our Savior was only talking to His disciples when He shared this sober, eschatological story. This conversation takes place in an intimate family meeting Jesus has with the Twelve less than a week before His crucifixion and resurrection. Only a few days before Peter, James, and John will mirror the exact same unprepared posture depicted by the bevy of sleeping beauties when they fall asleep in the Garden of Gethsemane, even after Jesus implored them to stay awake for His sake. Remember, our Redeemer didn't just save us from, He saved us for. For sharing the Living Hope of the Gospel to the image-bearers we have the privilege of rubbing shoulders with because one day those precious people who don't yet have a real relationship with Jesus will run out of days to run into His outstretched arms. Today's podcast is about being both compassionate and ready for our divine Bridegroom's return, so please grab a ginormous cup of coffee and your Bible - unless you're cutting up potatoes for a crawfish boil, of course - and come hang out on the porch with us!
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My friend Tasha joins us on the podcast today! She is a contemporary Christian musician who finds her identity and purpose in her personal relationship with Jesus. After four years touring as a backup vocalist for Katy Perry, Tasha was first named one of Billboard's Top 5 female Christian artists of 2020 on the heels of her breakthrough single, "Into The Sea (It's Gonna Be OK)". Tasha has her Master's in Divinity from King's Seminary in Southern California and is a seasoned worship leader. In 2022, she launched her new online show, Boundless, with K-LOVE OnDemand. Publishing in 2023, "Look What You've Done: The Lies We Believe & The Truth That Sets Us Free" is her first book. A Dove Award-nominated artist, Tasha Layton, tours with artists such as Danny Gokey, Jordan Feliz, and TobyMac
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Have you ever watched a video of a child getting a cochlear implant and hearing for the first time? Typically the parent's first words to their child are about their identity. They tell them their name and how loved they are. God wants us to turn on our listening hearts so He can tell us the same things. He wants to tell us our identity and our worth, and wants to offer direction to our lives. But we must have a God-listening heart to truly hear what He is saying.
How do you determine what is a good idea and what is God's idea? It is a question we've all asked and wrestled with, especially when navigating our purpose in life. This is where discernment comes in. And not the kind of discernment you may be used to hearing about. A discernment to know where God is leading you starts with a heart to hear and listen to His voice.
And as you develop your God-listening heart, you will be able to discern what your responsibility is (and is not) in the world. He will guide and lead you to discover your purpose.
In this episode, you will hear Candace and Heather discuss:
Head to Candace.com to download the FREE guide, and to order Heather's latest book, Right Where You Belong.
For all things mentioned in this episode head over to
https://ccbpodcast.com/episodes/season-2/08
Thank you to this episode's sponsors:
AccessMore https://www.accessmore.com/
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Have you heard about George, the thriving fiddle leaf fig Candace has?
Over the years, she has tended to it, nourished it, and cared for it. And just like she has taken care of her fiddle leaf fig, we attend to our space and assignments.
There are things that can distract us or sabotage our space. Like foxes that steal from gardens and impact future fruitfulness, there are things that get in our way and impact our future ability to grow.
What are situations or issues that distract you within your space?
Is there something that feels like it could totally sabotage your assignments?
It might be easy to think of external issues, but often we get in our own way.
The good news is that there is a river of love and unlimited resources of all we need - it comes from God. And when you are in the river, your cup always overflows. Cultivate what matters in life, nourish your assignments, tend to your spaces, and watch them flourish and grow.
In this episode, you will hear Candace and Heather discuss:
Head to Candace.com to download the FREE guide, and to order Heather's latest book, Right Where You Belong.
For all things mentioned in this episode head over to https://ccbpodcast.com/episodes/season-2/10
Thank you to this episode's sponsors:
AccessMore https://www.accessmore.com/
TruPlay: TruPlayGames.com
When it comes to owning our space, sometimes we may find ourselves shrinking back. Maybe it's because we fear failing and being hurt, we lack bravery, or are too comfortable.
On the other end of the spectrum, sometimes we can swell within our space. We find ourselves stepping over the lines of our space and into the sphere of someone else's.
Think about it this way: you show up to a theater to watch a play. The seats are assigned and you sit in the wrong seat. Not only are you taking up someone else's space, but you are missing out on your own. Sound familiar?
Knowing who you are, who you are not, where you start, and where you end is incredibly powerful when it comes to discovering (and living out) your God-given purpose.
Let us encourage you: You don't need to be the one that fills all the spaces. You just need to fill your own space, with the gifts, talents and experiences you have.
In this episode, you will hear Candace and Heather discuss:
Head to Candace.com to download the FREE guide, and to order Heather's latest book, Right Where You Belong.
For all things mentioned in this episode head over to https://ccbpodcast.com/episodes/season-2/09
Thank you to this episode's sponsors: AccessMore https://www.accessmore.com/
Have you found yourself stuck, stagnant, and no longer growing in different areas of your life?
In this episode, Charlotte tackles the topic of Becoming and how no matter our age or stage, each of us can continue to grow in the gifts, talents, and areas of influence that God has given us.
You'll leave this episode reflecting on both where you can become more, and where you need to become less.
New episodes drop every Monday so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one!
Have you ever watched a video of a child getting a cochlear implant and hearing for the first time? Typically the parent's first words to their child are about their identity. They tell them their name and how loved they are. God wants us to turn on our listening hearts so He can tell us the same things. He wants to tell us our identity and our worth, and wants to offer direction to our lives. But we must have a God-listening heart to truly hear what He is saying.
How do you determine what is a good idea and what is God's idea? It is a question we've all asked and wrestled with, especially when navigating our purpose in life. This is where discernment comes in. And not the kind of discernment you may be used to hearing about. A discernment to know where God is leading you starts with a heart to hear and listen to His voice.
And as you develop your God-listening heart, you will be able to discern what your responsibility is (and is not) in the world. He will guide and lead you to discover your purpose.
In this episode, you will hear Candace and Heather discuss:
Head to Candace.com to download the FREE guide, and to order Heather's latest book, Right Where You Belong.
For all things mentioned in this episode head over to
https://ccbpodcast.com/episodes/season-2/08
Thank you to this episode's sponsors:
AccessMore https://www.accessmore.com/
Boll and Branch https://www.bollandbranch.com Promo Code CANDACE
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In the last four episodes, Heather + Candace broke down the Boundary Lines of Time, Place, Wiring, and Experience. They all fit together and help you navigate decisions, give direction to your purpose, and clarity to your assignments in life. In today's conversation Heather + Candace are going to help you make sense of using those Boundary Lines to Draw Up Your Space.
"Where God has you is where Jesus is." We gather at church but when we leave, we go into the world in different places and spaces that help define our purpose. We are made to bring Jesus to the natural places we go throughout our lives. If you were only in a space where you felt 100% safe and constantly comfortable, you could be missing out on God using you to reach the world in the ways He calls us to. Don't miss out on the space He puts you in. Draw your space and discover your purpose through the Boundary Lines of Time, Place, Wiring and Experience.
In this episode, you will hear Candace and Heather discuss:
Head to Candace.com to download the FREE guide, and to order Heather's latest book, Right Where You Belong.
For all things mentioned in this episode head over to
https://ccbpodcast.com/episodes/season-2/07
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In 2007 the Lord opened the door for me to go study the Bible in Egypt and Israel. I went and learned that the Living God is BETTER than I ever knew. When the Lord gave us the Bible, He gave us a Story. It's the best and truest Story ever told.
Each story is like a pearl, beautiful and of great price on its own. But what's more beautiful is stringing the biblical pearls together. Through the Bible, we know who the Living God is, what He's like and what it is to walk with Him. In this teaching podcast, we are going to string 12 of my most favorite biblical pearls together.
We do not just read the Bible - we interact with it. It is living and active and so we are we. When we sit down with the Word of God, it is life with life. The Bible is like a great feast. Great food is best experienced with great people so thanks for joining me at the biblical table for this 1st episode of Pearls, if you haven't make sure to subscribe so you don't any of them. We are getting ready to learn over and over that the Living God is BETTER than we ever knew.
Today is our 12th and final biblical pearl for Season 1 of our Pearls Podcast. How in the world do we finish this season? What is the biblical pearl to leave you with for now? How do we end such a rich and generous season in the Word of God together? How do we get up from the biblical table and live forward into our lives today?
I spent quite a bit of time in prayer thinking through what the 12th pearl would be. What is ONE more thing in the "better than" Story of the Bible that I would want impart to you, bless you and wash you with today?
In today's final episode, our biblical pearl is located in John 14: 1-6. These are words in red - the words of Jesus given to his disciples at the Last Supper right before crucifixion and resurrection. It's about to go down and he knows it. What will some of his final words be at this final meal before the Garden of Gethsemane, arrest, trial, crucifixion and resurrection?
Today we are going to learn about the beit av - the house of the father. THIS is some of the encouragement Jesus chose to give his disciples in this final meal and final hours. The imagery and metaphor, the deep meaning that these words would have held for Jesus and his disciples 2,000 years ago speaks a WORD to us in our own lives today. The promise that Jesus speaks of in these verses are a right now promise for you and me today.
No matter what's going on in your life, now matter how high or low, how deep into sadness, ruin and loss - we are headed to the Father's House.
As we end Season 1 of Pearls, I pray these words get worked into your soul like yeast into dough. Shalom to you and your families.
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Do your experiences in life provide clarity as you discover your purpose? YES! Absolutely.
Experiences shape your life + character.
As you walk through different experiences, not only does your purpose become more clear, but your ability to sit with others during their life journey expands. You can hold hope for others when they feel hopeless and encourage them to the other side of that difficulty.
What about hard circumstances? How do they impact your purpose? Sometimes it feels easier to hold onto past situations that were difficult to go through, and are difficult to heal from. But by doing that, ultimately you hold yourself back from all God has for you, and the purpose He has for your life. You can allow your circumstances to shape you, in a positive or negative way.
In this episode, you will hear Candace and Heather discuss:
Head to Candace.com to download the FREE guide, and to order Heather's latest book, Right Where You Belong.
To hear more about Candace's experience on Dancing With The Stars and how it shaped her, listen to Season 1, Episode 10.
For all things mentioned in this episode head over to
https://ccbpodcast.com/episodes/season-2/06
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