The (in)courage Podcast

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Welcome to the (in)courage podcast! We are all different ages, in different life stages, and we come from different cultures and churches, but our common thread is the hope of Jesus. Each weekday we meet you right where you are as one of our writers shares what’s going on in her everyday life and how God’s right in the middle of it all. We bring our joys and struggles equally so that you can feel less alone, and be empowered by the hope Jesus gives. We hope you’ll bring us along with you on your morning walks...

Anna E. Rendell: Let's Help Each Other Fly
Today at 7:00 AM

"We can be the one who helps another girl fly. In tangible ways and in words spoken. In giving from our time, our talents, and our treasures. In showing up when we're needed, even if we're not asked. In opening our hearts, our homes, our hands to one another.
 
 In a world where it's often easier to assume, ignore, or compete, we can be the ones to support, uplift, and bolster.
 
 When the chance to help arises, may we find ourselves saying, "I get to be the one!" May we beam as my daughter did on t...


Mary Carver: When You'd Rather Hide, Reach Out Instead
Yesterday at 7:00 AM

"If you’re having a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day (or week or month or season), you might feel like I did last week. You may be tempted to stuff all the hard feelings, to hide under the covers, and refuse to come out until the world plays nice, or to simply go radio silent. You might think you have to take care of everyone else first and maybe then you can rest or recover. Or perhaps you feel like it’s better to keep your mess to yourself, or you’re afraid nobody will understand or care o...


Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young: You Are in the Potter's Good Hands
Last Tuesday at 7:00 AM

"We need consistent hydration. We need the living water that only Jesus offers. The very same water that He offered the Samaritan woman at the well has the power to transform us from the inside out. He is our Thirst-Quencher when we are parched, our Teacher when we lack technique, our Shepherd when we need a gentle guide."

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Becky Keife: 6 Simple Prayers for When You’re Barely Hanging On
Last Monday at 7:00 AM

"Through the noise of my shame, I hear the voice of Jesus who keeps gently reminding me that He is the God of abundance who isn’t put off by my barely. When I’m barely holding on, God is abundantly able to hold me.
 
 It’s because of our barely that Jesus laid Himself bare on the cross. He took all our weakness, sin, and failure upon His flawless self. He did it so we wouldn’t have to keep living in the land of barely... barely enough righteousness, barely enough sacrifice, barely enough grace.
 
 The bl...


100 Days of Strength in Any Struggle: A Shift in Perspective, with Becky Keife and Simi John
Last Saturday at 7:00 AM

Summary

In this bonus episode, Becky Keife and Simi John discuss the theme of shifting perspective from our book, 100 Days of Strength in Any Struggle. They explore the importance of choosing a heavenly perspective and relying on God's strength in daily life. They share personal stories and experiences of how shifting perspectives can bring peace and resilience in the face of struggles. Their conversation also touches on the significance of scars and waiting as opportunities for growth and experiencing God's love. The episode concludes with a prayer for strength and perspective.

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Jami Nato: The Sit-Down Season
Last Friday at 7:00 AM

"Saying no to one thing means I can say yes to something else. There are seasons of running and seasons of sitting down, and recognizing that one is not greater than the other is helpful for me."

A note to our (in)courage Community: These goodbyes from a few writers have been so sad for us, but we’re also deeply grateful to have cultivated a community that cheers women on in whatever God has for them. His ways are higher. His gifts are always good. And speaking of good gifts, make sure you tune in...


Rachel Marie Kang: His Mercies Are New Every Minute
03/21/2024

"Wherever you are today, God’s mercies are available to you. Whether you’re raging over the injustices in your life or in the world, or you’re weary from the everyday mundane. Whether you cry yourself to sleep at night or bemoan when morning comes, you can count on God’s new mercies to meet you.
 
 His mercies are new every minute, every millisecond, stretching wide and reaching deep to cover us for any reason . . . at any time, in any place. You can step into each new day knowing God’s love meets you and carries you."


Mary Carver: For When You're Tired of Being the Backup Friend
03/20/2024

"You are God’s first choice. If you’re feeling like a backup friend today, my heart is heavy for you. I know how that feels, and it’s horrible. If you’re feeling like you’ll never be anyone’s first choice, take heart. Don’t spiral into those dark thoughts! You are someone’s first choice. You’re the first choice of the One. You are loved by God. You are valued and treasured. You are chosen."

Leave a comment for Mary: https://incourage.me/?p=237895
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Tasha Jun: The Ministry of Wonder
03/19/2024

"Wonder leads me back to God and my own belovedness. I can bring my honesty to God again and again, wrestle and question, and then let wonder minister to my bitter, tangled heart – softening it and helping it recover and remember who God is and whose I am."

Leave a comment for Tasha: https://incourage.me/?p=238004
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Dawn Camp: Keep Less to Experience More
03/18/2024

"By keeping less, we experience more.

One of our (in)courage contributors, Kathi Lipp, is an expert on decluttering. Recently when I couldn’t decide what to do with a sentimental object, she asked me, “Will you ever go looking for it?” It’s a powerful question that continues to help me filter what should stay and what should go. She said that everything I get rid of makes space for growth in my life and teaches me to trust that God will bring what I need in the moment. It’s both wise and biblically sound advice."