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Fed by the Fruit

Kristin Ballardaktivate.captivate.fm
Welcome to Fed by the Fruit, a podcast that will bring powerful testimonies, deep dives into well-known or not so well-known stories and characters of the Bible, episodes on how to apply biblical truth to our daily lives, and a continuation of our friendship where I share my life and all my favorite things. My goal is that we learn something from one another and advance God’s kingdom together!
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Episodes

Don't Mess with Mama - REPLAY

Here is a bonus episode from one of our favorite episodes. From September 16, 2019. Steph and KB discuss some issues regarding their boys and the importance of advocating for our children.

Aug 28, 202357 min

Trafficked

Today, Alyssa (last name disclosed) joins Steph to talk about Human Trafficking. With the release of “Sound of Freedom” people are eager for information again. “Stand on truth or not and when you don’t stand on truth then the omission of the speaking is actually the acceptance of it and I know that’s a challenging thing for people to hear but when you don’t stand on truth, right or wrong, then you’re saying to the people around you that it’s okay…” As a society we have to do better and search fo...

Aug 21, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 4Ep. 234

If You’re Not Growing, You’re Dying

Steph and KB talk about Steph’s new job and controversy over “the cup.” Tune in for inspiration sur rounding vision boards and how powerful your words are. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Aug 14, 202341 minSeason 4Ep. 233

Healthy Habits with Liz Garvey

Today KB is joined by her friend, Liz Garvey. Liz shares all about making healthier choices to feel your best and some hacks for making cooking for your family easier and more enjoyable. She dives into the importance of minerals for optimal female health and how raw milk has been villainized and why it’s actually an amazing choice for her family. Follow Liz at @‌_lizgarvey_ to get an unfiltered look into the life of a crunchy SAHM mom of 3 and a supportive LEO wife living in New York and doing t...

Aug 07, 20231 hr 10 minSeason 4Ep. 232

A Story of Hope with Eric Perrin

Today on Aktivate, KB is joined by Eric Perrin. Eric struggled with drug addiction for 17 years. Now, 6 years sober, Eric has transformed his life through recovery and his passion for helping others. After marrying his childhood sweetheart in May of 2021, Eric and his wife Jeanne wanted to create a safe space for people that were struggling with addiction. Their way of doing so was to start a sober living home called Hope House. Eric and Jeanne currently have three homes for men and one home for...

Jul 31, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 4Ep. 231

Bringing Connection Back Into Your Marriage Steph is back!

KB shares about a tiff she had with JB and her desire for more connection in their marriage and how she intends to make that happen. Steph shares a revelation she had recently that, God willing, will lead her to her next big thing. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Jul 24, 202342 minSeason 4Ep. 230

Get the Body you Want with Bliss Loveall

KB sits down with her friend, Coach Bliss, to discuss the importance of weight training and eating enough food to achieve the physique you dream of. They chat about consistency, being empathetic to people’s struggles and a history of disordered eating and obsessive exercise. Find out more about Bliss’s coaching program by following her on Instagram @‌coach.bliss_ Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Jul 17, 202346 minSeason 4Ep. 229

Traction in Business and Life

Steph and KB catch up on travels, medical emergencies and KB’s inability to live spontaneously. Steph shares what she has learned about finding valuable solutions in life and business from a book she is reading called Traction. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Jul 11, 20231 hr 11 minSeason 4Ep. 228

The Jaded Professor

Today on Aktivate, a fan favorite returns! KB sits down with her pal, Jade Jones to discuss gym shenanigans, their differing political opinions and the challenge of forgiving what you can’t forget. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Jul 03, 20231 hr 12 minSeason 4Ep. 227

Summer Catch Up

Steph and KB reunite to share about their recent travels and their plans for summer! Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Jun 26, 202347 minSeason 4Ep. 226

Lunch Break Car Catch Up

Steph is back to catch us up on her recent move and her hustle to get back to working from home. KB shares about her upcoming trip to Iowa and the absolute torture of the tattoo removal process. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Jun 12, 202334 minSeason 4Ep. 224

How to Make Money Online

Join KB as she welcomes Susannah Padgett to the podcast to discuss different ways of making money online. Most of us have not been spared from the financial hardships the world is facing today and Susannah is no exception. She’s here to share what works and what doesn’t when it comes to creating a sustainable income online. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Jun 05, 202355 minSeason 4Ep. 223

Why We Don’t Work

Today on Aktivate, Steph and KB get all caught up after a couple weeks apart. Steph had a birthday, AJ hit a home run, KB went down a rabbit hole about the rapture and so much more! Enjoy a little catch up episode with your girls. We love y’all! Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

May 29, 202346 minSeason 4Ep. 222

Stronghold #7-Spiritism & the Occult

God told his people through Moses, you shall have no other gods before me. Any involvement in spiritism or occult activity, offends God, and invites, demonic activity into a person’s life. This includes idolatry. Satan’s goal is to replace the power and glory of the Holy Spirit with his false signs and wonders in our life. If you would like a Freedom Quest book of your own, please email your request to tiffany@goservglobal.org Key Scriptures Exodus 7-8 Exodus 20:3-6 Deuteronomy 18:9-14 Leviticus...

May 22, 20231 hr 38 minSeason 4Ep. 221

Unashamedly Ashley-Setting Goals and Punching Fear in the Face

Today on Aktivate, KB is joined by her cousin, Ashley Noethe, to talk about entrepreneurship, growth, punching fear in the face, faith, goal setting, and how a yes to a network marketing opportunity helped her develop the confidence she needed to chase her dreams in real estate. Follow @‌unashamedlyashleynoethe on Instagram to laugh, learn and be inspired. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll...

May 15, 202356 minSeason 4Ep. 220

Why We Need Manly Men and Proverbs 31 Women

Today on Aktivate, the ladies chat about how society has created women with a lot of masculine energy and the importance of manly men leading their families and women who are gentle in spirit creating loving homes. Satan is the author of confusion. God is very clear about who He created us to be and the roles that both men and women play in advancing His kingdom. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

May 08, 202346 minSeason 4Ep. 219

Stronghold #6 | Pride and Greed

God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble. Self pride is the highest insult against the glory of God. It is lived out by worshiping “the God in the mirror,“ while becoming self-reliant, hedonistic, and building our own materialistic, empire, for which we take full credit. It is living as if God doesn’t exist, or is irrelevant. Satan’s goal is to get us to manipulate others to worship and follow us rather than Jesus Christ as Lord. Key Scriptures on Pride and Greed Ezekiel 28:15-17 Isa...

May 01, 20231 hr 34 minSeason 4Ep. 218

Stronghold #5 Stimulant and Substance Abuse

Stimulant abuse in the Bible was mostly attached to alcohol, cut could relate to anything that is mood altering and results in unhealthy addictions. Many liquor stores still advertise liquor as “spirits.” Alcohol can be a pathway to the demon in the bottle. Join KB, Steph, and Niki for this powerful stronghold. Learn the key scriptures that expose stimulant and substance abuse and they key scriptures on self-control. You can find Kristin on IG @kristinleeballard , Steph on IG @steph_vieau , and ...

Apr 24, 20231 hr 19 minSeason 4Ep. 217

Daily Routine for Wellness

Today on Aktivate, Steph and KB share their daily routines for staying healthy and well. Pouring first into yourself is the only way to give the best of you to those you love. Self care is not selfish. If you love health and fitness, checkout the True Transformation Podcast with special guests, Steph and KB for more on mindset, supplementation, CrossFit and hormones. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll...

Apr 17, 202327 minSeason 4Ep. 216

Sexual Immorality

Today we welcome Niki Uhlenhake back to talk about Stronghold #4, Sexual Immorality. Purity is power and in a world so full of immoral agenda’s, we choose to honor the truth. We will go over 6 key scriptures on immorality and 6 key scriptures on moral purity. Have you been feeling convicted in a Christian dating relationship? Have you felt shame around your past sexual experiences? Is there sexual sin in your lineage? Break free from the chains. Stronghold #4 Sexual Immorality Repentance Prayer ...

Apr 10, 20231 hr 38 minSeason 4Ep. 215

Rewrite Your Hormone Story

Join KB and Steph as they welcome Naturopathic Dr Mignonne Rogers. Today the ladies talk about your monthly cycle, peri, menopause, and post menopause. Instead of giving your teenage daughters birth control or going under the knife in your later years, intuitive nutrition will help you break the stigmas surrounding hormones. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Apr 03, 202343 minSeason 4Ep. 214

Authentically YOU

“Everyday that you’re not putting yourself out there and being visible for the people that YOU CAN HELP is another day that they are going to go buy from someone else or listen to someone else or learn from someone else that isn’t as good as you and doesn’t care as much as you, simply because you’re too insecure about being seen.” God has given you a gift and if you’re not doing everything in your power to be visible to those YOU CAN HELP, you’re doing them, yourself and God the ultimate disserv...

Mar 27, 202338 minSeason 4Ep. 213

Steph is Back

Today on Aktivate, Steph shares about making her triumphant return to social media after a 30 day hiatus to reflect. She shares what she learned and how God has given her her boldness back. KB shares some thoughts on consistency and the heartbreak of sending her son off to Iowa once again. The ladies chat a little about a business opportunity and a new product for women’s health without the hormones. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Mar 20, 202351 minSeason 4Ep. 212

Transformed with Josiah Novak

Today on Aktivate we are joined by Josiah Novak. Josiah is an American fitness coach, author, and speaker. His articles have been featured in Fitness RX publications and he’s been a guest on MindPump and the Order of Man podcast. His mission with the True Transformation Podcast is to inspire, educate and inform his listeners with the best health and fitness information on the planet. Josiah’s company, The True Transformation, is designed to help you transform your life through the power of healt...

Mar 13, 20231 hr 11 minSeason 4Ep. 211

Stronghold #3 Anger and Bitterness

Genesis 4:1-8 1 Samuel 15:32 Proverbs 14:10 Acts 8:23 2 Corinthians 2:10-11 Ephesians 4:30-32 Hebrews 12:14-17 Matthew 6:8-15 Matthew 18:21-35 Acts 7:54-60 2 Corinthians 2:10-11 Ephesians 4:30-32 Philippians 3:13-14 Repentance Prayer Father, I come to You in the Name of Jesus Christ. I confess that I am guilty of the sin of bitterness, the sin of anger and the sin of unforgiveness in my heart against anyone or myself. I renounce in the name of Jesus the root of bitterness that has related spirit...

Mar 06, 20231 hr 28 minSeason 4Ep. 210

Stronghold #2 Rebellion

Key Scriptures exposing rebellion: Isaiah 14:12-15 Genesis 3:1-7 1 Samuel 15 & 16 1 Samuel 15:23 Jude 1:11 Titus 1:6 Key scriptures on call to submission: James 4:7 Hebrews 13:17 Ephesians 5:22, 6:2 1 Peter 2:13-17 Matthew 8:5-15 Prayer for repentance from rebellion… Gracious God, You are sovereign and holy, compassionate, and faithful. You created me to be in a loving relationship with You. You seek to shape and guide me by Your perfect will into righteousness for my protection Yet, I rebel...

Feb 27, 20231 hr 12 minSeason 4Ep. 209

Memory Lane and Everlasting Life

Today on Aktivate, Steph and KB take some time to reminisce over the last 4 years and how Aktivate has grown and changed over those years. They reintroduce themselves and share just how far they’ve come. Steph gives a few details of the Daniel Fast she and Jay are participating in and KB shares the gospel and gives listeners the opportunity to recite a prayer of salvation. If you receive Jesus into your heart for the first time while listening to this podcast, please reach out to KB via Instagra...

Feb 20, 202340 minSeason 4Ep. 208

Flabbergasted

Today on Aktivate Steph shares her thoughts and feelings on going back to work after 9 years at home. KB gives an update on how the Lord has showed up in incredible ways in her family and her marriage. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Feb 13, 202324 minSeason 4Ep. 207

Stronghold #1-Deception

In the first of our series on strongholds, we discuss deception. We all believe the lies of the enemy in certain areas of our lives. Today we combat those lies of deception with the truth of the Word of God. Scriptures: Genesis 3:1-7 2 Corinthians 11:3 John 8:44 Colossians 2:8 1 Corinthians 6:9 1 Corinthians 15:33 Galatians 6:7 James 1:16-18 Romans 1:18, 25 John 14:6 John 8:31-36 John 17:17 Ephesians 1:13 Ephesians 4:17-25 Ephesians 6:14 1 Peter 1:22 Prayer or Repentance Father, in the Name of J...

Feb 06, 202351 minSeason 4Ep. 206

Freedom in Christ with Niki Uhlenhake

Today on Aktivate, our friend, Niki shares a piece of her testimony and a message on finding freedom in Jesus. Hear how Niki became the first Christian in her family at the age of 33 and how she surrendered everything in obedience to live in His will for her life. Mentioned in this episode: Nux Ad Preroll

Jan 30, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 4Ep. 205
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