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Have you ever found yourself asking, “God, what do you want me to do with my life?” If you’re like me, you’ve wrestled with finding God’s will, picturing your path as a straight line to success and clarity. But let’s be honest—life’s journey is rarely straight. It’s more like a winding road.I love how Tim Challies simplifies it: “Where Scripture, providence, and desire converge, you can move forward confidently that you are doing God’s will.”What if more than one path lies at that intersection? That brings freedom!It shifts our focus from chasing the “...

Have you ever rushed out the door with a coffee in one hand and your day’s to-do list in the other, only to realize by noon that you skipped the most important meeting of the day—your time with God?It’s subtle how it happens. A meeting, a phone call, or even a last-minute errand sneaks in and suddenly, it’s bedtime. And God? He went from first place to last in your priorities.In this Anchor Point we explore:Why the “first meeting” with God often gets skippedHow to make that quiet time non-negotiableWhat shifts when our day starts w...

Have you noticed how much we reach for externals to manage ourselves now? A coffee to get through that meeting. A headache and we reach for medicine. A restless night and we pop a sleep gummy.Once upon a time, our bodies did the work for us. Now it’s like we believe our bodies don’t know how. One in five adolescents and countless younger kids are using melatonin just to get a goodnight’s sleep.We are the problem. We are so quick to fix our bodies with something external. What are we doing?In this Anchor Point we exp...

Ever feel like you’re being charged more… just because you can be?And deeper still… have we started confusing comfort with fairness, and convenience with trust?That’s at the heart of today’s episode.We kick off with a freezer dilemma and a book that put things back in perspective. A simple story about running out of space turned into a deeper reflection on how we define need, and why our comfort zone might be shrinking our sense of contentment.Then we look at a promising new idea: free food vending machines popping up in places like the Bronx. The...

Is every dream worth chasing?Maybe you’ve had one that looked beautiful on the surface—filled with hope, excitement, maybe even a little divine spark. But somewhere along the way… it crumbled.What happens when the dream we were so sure about ends up draining us?A friend of mine spent nearly 20 years in an apartment post-divorce, dreaming of finally owning her own home. When it seemed like everything had finally fallen into place, she grabbed hold of that dream with both hands. And at first? It was perfect.But rising mortgage rates, heating costs, and unexpected repairs turned her on...

Are you a “toss it out and move on” kind of person?Same.If you ever need help decluttering your house, I’m your girl. If I don’t know what it is, haven’t used it in a year, or can’t make sense of it—it’s trash. Done. Cleared. Instant results.But… discernment? Patience? Not part of my process.And when that mindset leaks into other areas—like health, healing, or even prayer—it can be a problem.We want fast change. Clean slates. Quick answers.But real transformation is rarely instant. And neither are God’s answers.In this Anchor P...

Have you ever stepped out in faith, believing you were doing the right thing, only to be met with silence, rejection, or failure?It’s discouraging. Maybe you felt confident about the path ahead… until no one showed up, the idea fell flat, or the doors didn’t open.And when that happens, it’s easy to wonder: Was I wrong? Did I miss God’s voice? Or… is He done with this?We might have an idea that we think is great… but it just bombs. No one is interested or the pieces aren’t falling into place. So we are tempted t...

Ever notice how some of life’s biggest lessons come from the smallest moments?Today’s show starts with a vending machine and an out-of-order sign that leads to a much bigger story about what happens when we test the limits we already know are there.From there, we'll look at:The quiet ways we ignore God’s signsThe sneaky world of unwanted subscription charges (and how to guard yourself)And the complicated welfare system that was built to help, but often traps people instead
Because whether it’s spiritual, financial, or societal, boundaries are there for a reason. They’re...

Have you ever sat in a lunchroom feeling invisible… watching tables full of friends while you wander or hide?And deeper still… do you ever feel like you’re looking for a place where you truly belong?That’s the heart of today’s conversation.We all remember how simple it seemed in childhood. If a student sat alone, a teacher or classmate might gently guide them to a seat with others. Problem solved. But as we grow older, the ache of isolation deepens.Recently, I came across a string of raw, honest reflections from high schoolers navigating lunchtime alone. Their word...

Ever notice that Jesus never ran?Not once in Scripture do we read that He sprinted, rushed, or even picked up the pace.And yet, He got everywhere He needed to go.That’s the heart of today’s conversation.We live in a culture that praises speed, but Jesus models something slower, quieter, and more deliberate. Today, Devon Ante shares what she’s been reflecting on: why moving with purpose beats panicking under pressure.In today’s Anchor Point, Devon explores:Why Jesus never ran—and what that reveals about His prioritiesHow to shift from rushing to resting in your daily...

What does it feel like when the lunch room is full of people … and you’re still looking for a place to sit?And deeper still… what does it feel like to wonder if you really belong at all?In today’s Anchor Point, we explore:How memories of school and workplace isolation—kids who eat alone, walk aimlessly, avoid the cafeteria—aren’t just school‑stories, they reflect something deeper.Why the fear of being judged or being left out is real, even long after the lunch‑bell.How the good news of Jesus offers a radically different invitation: not to a table based...

What does success look like in a world obsessed with platform fame, smart tech, even smart toilets?And deeper still… how do we stay thankful when life feels messy, ordinary, or not how we pictured it?That’s the heart of today’s conversation.In today's show, Devin takes us through three powerful and wildly different moments—from platform pressure to holiday gratitude. Each with something deeper underneath:Why fame and platform culture feel like the fast track to “success”What a $600 smart toilet says about how far we’ll go for informationHow the holiday season rarely goes as planned and why gratit...

Don’t let anything distract you from Christ. Nothing.Ever feel like you’re being pulled in a thousand directions at once? Like your week is unraveling with chaos from sick kids to unexpected detours to broken appliances? I’ve been there. In fact, I lived it the week I stepped into ministry years ago. It felt like every distraction came at me at once.But I’ve always pictured my life like a rubber band. God on one end. Me on the other. And when I get stretched thin by life? That tension becomes the very thing that can slingsho...

What if the one thing you most wanted to fix… wasn’t broken in the first place?Tayla Clement was born with Moebius syndrome, a rare neurological disorder that prevents her from smiling or moving her facial muscles. As a child, she was bullied, isolated, and constantly reminded of what she lacked. But something shifted when she stopped trying to fix it and instead started living with it. That’s when God began using her life in incredible ways.Today’s Anchor Point reminds us that God doesn’t always heal the way we expect, but He always redeems.In this episo...

What kind of dream are you chasing? Is it filled with promise or pulling you away from what matters most?In today’s Anchor Point, we dig into this question through a story of someone who traded stability for freedom: sold her house, adopted a nomadic lifestyle, stepped away from family commitments. And while I’m not judging her choices, I am asking: when our dreams override the blessings God has placed in our lives, are we truly following His will or just our own desires?Today we explore:How to recognize when our dreams are aligned with God’s willThe...

What happens when the architecture of mercy becomes architecture of place?In today’s show, we explore the story of Appleby Blue Almshouse in South London, an award‑winning modern almshouse for older people that flips the classic form on its head.We then ask a deeper question: as physical steeples and chapels fade, what anchors do we lose in our communities and in our souls?We explore:How Appleby Blue reimagines the alms‑house model to focus on communal gardens, shared spaces, connectivity rather than retreat. The origins of traditional alms‑houses: built by Christian guilds or churches, with U‑shaped...

You know that person who always says, “Everything’s great!”Their spouse just got promoted, the kids are thriving, the dog’s well-behaved, and life sounds like one continuous highlight reel.And let’s be honest…sometimes you just know they’re not being real.Devin gets it and she’s calling it what it is: pretending everything’s perfect when it’s not. Because faith doesn’t mean we’re always standing on mountaintops; more often, we’re walking through valleys.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin unpacks what honesty in faith really looks like—and why it’s okay (and holy) to say, “I’m not...

Ever started something completely backward?Maybe you’ve launched into a project and realized halfway through—you missed the most important step.That’s exactly what happened when I once skipped using primer before painting a wall. It seemed like a time-saver… until the paint went on patchy and uneven, demanding double the effort and frustration.And honestly? That paint job became a powerful picture of faith.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin shares how skipping spiritual “primer” moments like time in prayer, Scripture, and surrender can leave our lives looking uneven and fragile.In this episode, we explore:Why a strong found...

Have you ever rushed through something just to watch it unravel later?Oh, I’ve been there. A few years ago, I tried to paint our basement in record time. No primer, no painter’s tape, no drop cloth, just determination and a roller. At first, it looked fine… until the carpet stains, cracks, and peeling walls appeared.That mess became more than a home project gone wrong, it was a spiritual wake-up call.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin shares how a “just get it done” mindset revealed something deeper about her walk with God.In this episode, we explore:How...

What if slowing down is the very thing that moves you forward?In a world obsessed with speed: instant meals, instant results, instant everything, it’s easy to believe faster automatically means better. But sometimes, the hurry we think helps us actually holds us back.In today’s show, Devin unpacks why our need for speed can quietly pull us out of alignment with God’s pace and peace and how slowing down might just be the most productive thing you do this week.In this episode, Devin explores:Why we equate speed with success — and how that deceives usThe subtle s...

Ever feel like God is guiding you toward the harder choice?What do you do when the road splits and one path looks clear and easy while the other looks downright daunting?That’s the question Devin Almonte is sitting with today.Instead of instinctively swerving around the potholes, what if God is actually nudging you toward them? Not for the struggle, but for the surrender?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:What it feels like to be led to a path that doesn’t make logical senseHow obedience can matter more than outcomesWhy the bumpy road might hold exactl...

Have you ever played the game of telephone where the message starts out one way, but by the time it reaches the last person, it’s completely different?That happened in our community recently. A car accident, two dogs, and a flurry of updates spread across social media. Each person added their own version, and before long, the story had changed.And that’s exactly what can happen with our faith stories, too.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte explores:How easily truth can twist when we’re not close to the original sourceWhy it matters to go back to what...

When was the last time somebody gave you a compliment?You might be racking your brain right now trying to remember and maybe it’s been a while.Compliments can feel like refreshing rain on parched ground. They revive us, remind us that we’re seen, appreciated, and valued. But sometimes, we dismiss them because deep down, we don’t feel like we deserve them.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares a heartfelt reminder that God notices every effort you make, even when no one else does. She also reveals how a small compliment from her daughter became a quiet...

Are your feet firmly planted or are you slowly slipping off balance?Spiritually and practically, even a small inward turn can throw everything else out of alignment.On The InSight Out Show today, Devin begins with her Anchor Point devotional, Feet on the Rock, a reminder that when our footing drifts even slightly, everything else in life starts to feel off. She shares a childhood memory about walking a little pigeon-toed and how that simple image became a picture of what happens spiritually when we lose our balance. From there, she moves into how we can find solid ground again...

Do you ever feel relieved when you finally get a diagnosis?Even if it’s not one you wanted...it’s something. It names the problem. It gives you an answer.But what happens when our search for a label becomes a substitute for something deeper?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte opens up about her own family’s experience with ADHD—and how our desire to define what’s wrong with us can sometimes distract from what’s really happening in our hearts.She explores:Why naming the problem brings a strange kind of comfortThe hidden danger in letting our di...

Do you ever pray and pray… and then, when God answers, forget to say thank you?That’s what today’s Anchor Point is all about.It’s easy to miss the miracle when we’re moving fast. We pray for guidance, for help, for healing. And when God responds, we often move right along without recognizing His hand in it. Devin shares a personal moment when she realized she had forgotten to thank God after He clearly answered her prayer.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:Why we often forget to thank God once our prayers are answeredHow to see His h...

We call it “being productive.” But what if rushing through the list is actually slowing down what God’s trying to do in us?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin shares how rushing through a project (like painting a basement) can end up costing us far more than time. What started as a "quick" paint job turned into cracked walls, peeled paint, and a gentle conviction. Sometimes, skipping steps isn’t just a bad habit, it’s disobedience.Through a relatable story and the wisdom of Proverbs 24:27, Devin invites us to pause, prepare, and trust that God’s process is always better...

Ever notice how it’s easier to binge-watch your favorite show or run “urgent” errands than to sit quietly with God?We set out with the best intentions to delight in the Lord, yet distractions always seem to pull us in another direction. Like saying no to donuts at the office, only to find yourself giving in anyway. Why is it so challenging?Devin shares that following God is simple, but not easy. It requires sacrifice, time, and a heart that seeks Him over shortcuts. In today’s Anchor Point, she explores:Why “good intentions” aren’t enough in following GodThe false e...

What looks great on the surface but might crack underneath?From perfect-looking houses that hide flaws to digital IDs with strings attached, we’re exploring what’s really holding things up.In this Thursday edition of The InSight Out Show, we start with an Anchor Point devotional on why what’s unseen matters more than what we see on the surface. From there, we jump into a mix of quirky and critical stories:🏠 Anchor Point Devotional: What’s it built on? Why foundations, spiritual and cultural, matter more than appearances.🐄 Strange News: The Ig Nobel Awards and the bizarre brilliance of painting co...

What are you holding onto that's actually weighing you down?Ever been afraid to walk into church because you didn't feel "good enough"? Or hesitated to fully surrender to God because you weren't ready to let go of certain parts of your life?There's something ironic about holding onto heavy rocks while God is offering us riches. Yet so many of us do it, clinging to what's familiar, even when it's hurting us. Devin Almonte gets real about her own fears: the fear of going to church, the fear of not being "right-side-up" enough, and the fear of giving her...

What can a leopard gecko teach us about spiritual growth?More than you might think.Our daughter’s pet lizard, Blur, and I don’t exactly see eye to eye. We keep a respectful distance. Yet, in her quirky little lizard way, Blur has become an unexpected teacher of faith. Every six weeks, she sheds her skin, a process that leaves her cranky, restless, and uncomfortable. But it’s also the very thing that helps her grow and stay healthy.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin reflects on how Blur’s shedding reminds us of the pruning process in our own lives...

📩 Stay connected:Get encouragement, reflections, behind-the-scenes moments, and more in the weekly newsletter. 👉 Subscribe here.Today's Anchor Point: Ever have a word on the tip of your tongue, but it just won’t come out?That’s exactly what happened when Devin asked her husband for the “thing” that holds the laundry (a.k.a. the laundry basket). Science calls this the “Tip-of-the-Tongue” state, when our memory and our speech just don’t connect.AI technology can help us fill in those blanks, but here’s the truth: while AI can retrieve answers, it not exactly renewing our minds. That kind of renewal only c...

Have you ever looked and yet failed to see?What if God invites us to more than surface vision. To discern what’s beneath, beyond, and behind what meets the eye?In this week’s InSight Out Show, Thursday Edition, we kick things off with a grounding Anchor Point devotional, a call to strengthen our spiritual vision so we can navigate life with clarity and hope. Then we move into the headlines, where we'll talk about skyrocketing property tax woes and what it reveals about fairness, stewardship, and how we live as citizens in God’s world.In today’s show:Why...

When you see handprints on a window, do you get annoyed or do you smile?Smudges on the car windows can feel like a nuisance…until you see them differently. Devin Almonte shares how her perspective clashed with her mom’s when it came to her son’s handprints, and how this small moment became a much bigger lesson about noticing God’s presence.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:How everyday annoyances can reveal something deeper about gratitudeWhy perspective changes everything when it comes to God’s presenceSimple ways to notice His handprint in your daily life
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Ever caught yourself picking through a bag of baby carrots, searching for the perfect ones and leaving behind the odd, misshapen pieces? In case you didn't know, those uniform, bite-sized snacks aren’t even real. There’s actually no such thing as a baby carrot.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin unpacks why our chase for perfection, even down to our snacks, misses the point, and what it reveals about our view of ourselves.In this episode, Devin explores:The surprising history behind baby carrotsWhy we gravitate toward “perfect” shapes and appearancesWhat carrots can teach us about our true, God-given worth

If you ate Cheetos for 3 hours every single day, how sick would you feel?Sounds ridiculous, right? Yet most of us are doing something just as harmful without realizing it spending hours a day scrolling, comparing, and numbing ourselves on our phones. Devin Almonte paints a vivid picture of how those “digital Cheetos” eat away at our time and joy, and she offers a better feast for our souls.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:How much time phone scrolling steals from your life (and why it matters)Why what we consume spiritually is just as important as what we eat...

Have you noticed how easy it is to scroll past sadness these days? Another tragic headline, another life lost and we barely pause before moving on.Behind every story is a name, a face, a family, a soul made in the image of Christ. Devin opens up about a deeply personal moment of loss and the shocking words that revealed just how routine death had become for some.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin reflects on:How headlines can desensitize us to real human painWhy empathy feels in short supply in today’s cultureWhat Philippians 2:4 calls us to: seeing and cari...

What happens when outrage becomes the business model?And deeper still… how do we live as people of light when social media profits off division, anger, and even violence?That’s the heart of today’s show.The assassination of Charlie Kirk shocked our nation and revealed the dark power of outrage culture. But Scripture reminds us: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” (John 1:5)In today’s show, Devin explores:How social media algorithms amplify outrage and reward itWhy the story of Charlie Kirk shows us how anger spreads faster than truthThe dangerous rise of vigi...

Can Christians really pursue unity in a divided world without watering down their convictions?We live in a culture where disagreement often becomes a personal attack. Some people are willing to come to the table, but others reject faith, free speech, even the very value of life. So how do Christians live out unity in that kind of world?In this episode, Devin shares:Why unity doesn’t mean compromising truth or safetyHow to love people we disagree with—without excusing hatredWhat 17 years of marriage teaches her about valuing people How Colossians 3:14 calls believers to unity rooted in love and conv...

Ever feel like church is more about smiles than honesty?Like everyone’s living the highlight reel, even when life is anything but?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte looks on something many Christians feel but don’t always say out loud: the pressure to be “okay.” From surface-level smiles to curated conversations, we can start to think there’s no space for brokenness in the body of Christ. But the truth? That’s exactly what Jesus came for.In this episode, Devin shares:Why “positive vibes only” isn’t the same as true hopeWhat one woman’s experience with women’s ministry...