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, driving to the grocery store, waiting in the preschool pickup line, alone in your kitchen, or as you wind down for the evening. Wherever you join us, you’re welcome here, and we’re honored to be a part of your day.
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"God doesn’t just speak on mountaintops or in burning bushes, through hymns or even quiet times spent in Scripture. If we pay attention, He’ll give us exactly what we need, exactly where we are. He’l…
"Since the start of 2024, I’ve been carrying a breath prayer around and I’ve needed it all year so far. It's a reminder that brings me back to the core of who I am and was inspired by Romans 12:9 in …
"Chances are, you are living in the tension of being misunderstood. And maybe these days you feel rejected or abandoned. Without warning, you lost a treasured friendship that fractured over a differe…
"While we long to leap into action when our loved one is hurting, what people need most often is our presence. We want to bring casseroles and cards. We want to cook for them, clean their house, and …
"We all bear the marks of trauma, even if they’re invisible to the eye. Let's consider how our scars can make us more empathetic to those around us."
Leave a comment for Dawn: https://incourage.me/?p=…
"Where we focus on problems, Jesus leads with peace. Our stress happens when we believe that our problems are too big to be covered by the peace and power of Jesus. We're reminded that Jesus has over…
"Today, let me remind you that God is near, even in the darkest moments when you are battling suicidal thoughts, depression, or anxiety. My God is mighty to save you, just as He saved me. God’s peopl…
"God says He thinks of us MORE than there are grains of sand. Always on the mind and heart of the Lord? Good gracious. It’s too much to take in.
Even deeper than the wonder of someone who gives the pe…
"My friends, it's time you and I grow up a little bit. It's time to put our teenage ways behind us and start living and loving like those who know the long-term value of forgiveness, love, and faithf…
In this episode, host Becky Keife and guest Kathi Lipp discuss the concept of Sabbath Soup, a guide that combines meal planning with the practice of Sabbath rest. They explore the importance of prepa…
"Loving yourself is not prideful. Loving yourself is not selfish. Loving yourself is simply aligning with the heart of God toward you."
Leave a comment for Holley: https://incourage.me/?p=249012
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"You may feel like your past journey or current one is so filled with struggle that it would be hard for anyone to wrestle out some sort of redemption. But you have no idea the type of legacy you lea…
"We need the kind of people in our lives who help us recapture the joy of being alive. Expecting the best. Assuming you’re wanted and loved. Liking you for no reason other than you’re the only person…
"In a world where loneliness often whispers in the quiet moments, extending a hand — and a meal — can turn isolation into togetherness. Let's be the ones who scooch over and make room at our tables, …
"As Christ followers, we don’t get to divide and categorize people into groups. Listen, the enemy wants us to live with an “Us vs. Them” mentality and only choose people who are just like us, who bel…
"Romans 8:34 promises that in this very moment, Jesus is at the right hand of God, interceding for you. Can you imagine if you heard the voice of Jesus in the next room over, praying on your behalf? …
"What if we offer hospitality to strangers? What if we work toward reconciliation in the church and our communities? What if we decide to raise our voices in worship alongside brothers and sisters wh…
"If you are wondering right now if God has stopped “growing” you, be assured: HE HAS NOT. He was steadfast and faithful to Moses, to Joshua, to Daniel, to Paul, and to countless others in biblical ti…
"People are desperate for something to fill their emptiness. They are waiting for someone to boldly declare the Good News of Christ. And that someone could be you. So, I encourage you — take that ste…
"God looks beyond the facts of our lives to the identity of our souls. What voices are you listening to today? It’s time to silence the voices of shame and discouragement and turn up the volume of Go…