The (in)courage Podcast

"God is good, whether we are in plenty or in want. No one may know what it costs you to set that table. But God knows. No one may know just how precise you need to be in your planning and purchases, …

"The fact is, it takes time and opportunity to be noticed and to get to know people. In the waiting time between being unseen and seen, I've found this course of action the most helpful thing I can d…

"In the Name of Jesus, the One who walks upon the storms that threaten to overtake, we declare that we aren’t going to drown. Instead, You’re teaching us to dance upon the waters, holding us up and h…

"Be alert and look for evidence of God’s love. I think you’ll be surprised by what you find. God’s love is as close to you as the air you breathe. He delights in you and sings over you. Sometimes we …

"When we stay awake to the glimmers in front of us, we reorient our hearts to the Everlasting Light. How often are you in survival mode, moving from one thing to the next, shoulders tight and heart h…

In this episode, Becky Keife interviews Melissa Horvath, creator of the digital  "21-Day Unlock: Discovering Your God-Given Purposes" course from DaySpring. Melissa shares her journey of starting her…

"I learned you can't pull yourself up by your bootstraps when they've seemingly disappeared, but we know the One who will pull us out of the pit.

It's a vulnerable question, but do you want to get wel…

"Are you feeling overwhelmed by the mundane routine of life? Do you feel like your spark is fading? You're not alone. Many women find themselves feeling lost and unsure of their purposes. It's time t…

"Between the fair and my youngest’s pickle birthday theme, it occurred to me that maybe the things we love most don’t have to make sense. Maybe the silly things we adore are actually sacred.

Maybe the…

"Feeling overwhelmed by making friends at church? Start by asking someone to lunch or inviting them to meet you for ice cream. Listen to their story. You might be surprised at how fun people are when…

"If you’re worried that you’ve worn out God’s patience with your requests, let me put your mind at ease. He is the best Father we could ever imagine (better, even!) and will never roll His eyes or pr…

In this episode, Becky Keife interviews author Kristen Strong about her book 'Friends Are Family We Choose'. They discuss the importance of friendship and belonging, especially in the context of mili…

"I imagine Jesus sitting on the floor of my family room with our shaggy rug under His legs, in the middle of the night, while the rest of my family sleeps. Would I try to hide my feet under the couch…

God is the Source of all hope, the Giver of every good thing — but He invites us to be His messengers. Whether by practical support, a helping hand, or comforting words, we all have the ability to en…

God offers a different kind of peace. Lasting. Unshakable. Perfect. Whether we’re in a time of crisis or just trudging through the struggles of ordinary life, we can entrust our troubled, fearful hea…

"If you don’t have the words to tell that friend you love like family what she means to you, I’ve come up with the words for you through this book! It’s a poignant-with-a-side-of-humor hardback that’…

"When we rejoice with those who rejoice, it shows clean hands and a pure heart. It takes humility, love that’s unconditional, and self-control to celebrate with others. Especially with those who rece…

"The last thing a person needs when they are in the middle of a crisis is one more decision to make. Recently, when my husband and I were going through a challenging season physically, we had a numbe…

"We need to love our neighbor and our enemy everywhere. When I get lost online and have to find my bearings again, I try to remember what has helped me in the past. 
 
1. Pray before you post. 
2. Tak…

"All of us are in different circumstances, but chances are you’re dealing with your own challenges now. I hope my story encourages you to support the people around you, whether friends, family, or st…