What do you think of when you hear, ‘The pursuit of time and money?” What are your internal story-lines that are driving your behaviors of Time & Money? Our beliefs around Time & Money are positioning us to live a life either in fear and scarcity or joy and prosperity. In today’s episode we are going to chat with Dr. Sharon Spano and unlock the the keys to transforming our relationship with Time & Money so that we can experience a more meaningful and prosperous life. Here are just a ...
Apr 14, 2018•45 min
Have you ever heard the saying, “80% of life is about showing up?” There is a lot of truth to that statement, and in my chat with Chris Mefford today, he shared a new twist to this saying that will set the stage for experiencing life at 100%……”Show Up & Let God Do the Rest.” In this episode of the Your Blessed Life Podcast, we are going to look at what it means to show up, and how can we do so in a way that positions us for God to do a mighty work in our lives. Plus we’ll look at….. A powerf...
Jan 24, 2018•39 min
Have you ever been in a season where you had to grasp on to Jesus like your life depended on it? When you are in a “wilderness” season, what do you focus on? Are you in a hurry to get through your time of refinement? These are just a few of the questions that super bowl XLVIII champion Clint Gresham found himself asking in the midst of struggle, uncertainty, and deep pain. Here are just a few of the topics that we discuss on this episode: What is the best thing you can do in the midst of struggl...
Nov 18, 2017•54 min
We are going to expose the Myths & Avoid the Traps, that Keep You from Lasting Love in Your Marriage.” I wanted to share this with you because I am often asked by couples if I could share a few “quick tips” that would help them in their marriage. I’m always cautious to share just a few “quick tips” because I don’t want you to think that you can go from one ‘quick tip or one quick fix’ to the next, without the understanding that although a quick tip might get you over the hump, please hear me...
Oct 26, 2017•37 min
Creating intentional habits that position your marriage for extraordinary results, doesn’t happen by accident. So that beckons the question, what types of things are you intentionally putting in place to set your marriage up for success? Is the busyness of life overshadowing your efforts to establish good marriage habits? What are 3 habits that you can put to work right away in your marriage to start seeing some immediate results? These are just a few of the questions that today’s guest and I di...
Oct 11, 2017•38 min
Our commitments in life set the stage to what we move toward. So, what are you moving toward? What are you committed to? Do your values align themselves with the things you are committed to? Sometimes the busyness of life can overshadow an intentional focus that moves us toward a meaningful and fulfilling life. Today’s special guest is committed to growth and is establishing a foundation to lead others in a way that sets them up for success. The path to success leaves clues, and today, Jeff McMa...
Aug 25, 2017•53 min
If you have ever heard of the saying, “watch the pennies and the dollars will take care of themselves,” then you know it’s the little things that make the difference. It’s the little things, the small things, that set the stage for us to better handle the bigger things. This isn’t just some cute saying, this is a sound Biblical principle. Today’s guest and I take a deep dive into understanding how the “small things” actually make the difference and even set the stage for what’s to come for your ...
Jul 25, 2017•51 min
Sometimes in our walk with Christ, it’s not so much what’s going on in our own life as it is experiences that others are going through, that are drawing us closer to God. Sometimes it’s a child, sometimes it’a spouse, and sometimes it’s someone we barely know. Our God truly is an awesome God and he can use any situation as an opportunity to draw you closer to Him. So, what is God calling you to? What is God calling you to do? In this episode of the Your Blessed Life Podcast, my guest Dr. Sharon ...
Jun 29, 2017•48 min
Marriage seems to be this always moving process of learning and change, and this creates and opportunity to create breakthrough in our marriage. Often times learning and change is predicated by questions; sometimes they are tough questions. It’s those tough questions that move us to take a personal inventory of where things stand in our marriage. It’s those tough questions that helped today’s guest Phil Potts, move his marriage from a 2 to a 10. What questions are you asking that create a positi...
Jun 13, 2017•41 min
Have you ever felt that you are in a season of starting over, again? Do you wonder what are the correct steps to take when doors are closing around you? Could God be punishing you? Should God’s will make the journey of your life easier? What environment are you creating to ‘hear’ God? These are just a few of the questions that today’s guest, PJ Jonas and I talk about. PJ is a fascinating lady. She shares some wonderful insights on being mom, wife, and business owner. PJ, her husband Jim, and the...
May 30, 2017•50 min
On a scale of 1 to 10 how would you rate your happiness? How about your health? What does it mean to be whole? Do you think these are important questions for your life? Would your answers to these questions interest God? What do you think God’s stand is on your happiness, health and being whole? These are questions that my guest Dr. Phil Carson had to ask himself as he found himself on trying to find his way in life after financial collapse. In this episode Dr. Phil and I will talk about 3 key t...
May 17, 2017•53 min
If you have listened to this show a few times, you know that strength is forged in the struggle. Having the opportunity to walk alongside another as they move through such a time is an opportunity to see the hand of God at work. What is God at work on in your life today? Sometimes God’s grace looks different than you might imagine; but just because it doesn’t look like you think it should doesn’t mean that God isn’t busy positioning you for the breakthrough that you long for. Join us on today’s ...
May 02, 2017•51 min
The expression, “money makes the world go round” has a lot more meaning to it when you realize that over 2,300 scriptures in the Bible are about money. In fact, there are more scriptures about money in the Bible than faith & prayer combined. Join us today as special guest Darryl Lyons shares what God was calling him to do with his money. Get a practical and Biblical approach to finances from a man of God and Certified Financial Planner. We discuss money habits & strong holds that maybe k...
Mar 23, 2017•49 min
In episode 34 my guest, Tom Schwab talks about when your faith moves from your head to your heart, you set the stage for for God’s power to be activated. Making the transition from head to heart, is a lot like ‘walking by faith and not by site’ (2 Corinthians 5:7). This mindset positions us for a shift to look at life from a positive perspective; knowing that God’s ways are higher than ours, and the he has your best interest at heart…… finding things to support God’s truth for your life. Why is ...
Mar 02, 2017•44 min
Going through a season of trauma or loss is something that we had just as soon try to avoid, but when a season like this becomes a reality in life, the first key to moving through it isn’t to try and avoid it but to acknowledge it. This notion of acknowledgment will continue to show itself as a cornerstone of the healing process, as we find our way through trauma and loss. Today’s guest, Laura Bratton will share some special insight from her own story as well as from others on how we can courage...
Jan 28, 2017•39 min
When tragedy strikes in life, sometimes we ask ourselves; why has this happened to me, or how could something like this happen to me. The questions that we ask ourselves especially after a difficult or even tragic time in life, sets us on a path looking for answers. The path you go down will often times be established by the questions you ask. Let’s be sure to ask questions that lead us down a path that is in line with our desired outcome. That’s exactly what Aaron Walker did. After a tragic acc...
Jan 09, 2017•56 min
Have you ever heard the expression, “showing up is half the battle?” In episode 31, special guest Kurt Hudspeth takes that notion one step further, as we take a look at a promise of God that activates His blessing into your life. Kurt Hudspeth is a husband, father of 5, a grandfather, a pastor, a radio show host…… and a lover of Christ! In today’s episode, here are just a few of the topics we will be diving into. Is it real to think that Christ is seeking you? What is God priming you for? What i...
Dec 10, 2016•41 min
In this episode Angus will challenge you to step out in faith, face your fears, and watch new and exciting opportunities present themselves before your very eyes. Meet Angus Nelson; husband, father, author, speaker, podcast host and executive coach. – What does rest have to do with trusting God? – How does trusting God show that you are mighty on His behalf? – Why you are not alone and not exempt from hope. – How to define who you are and where you want to be. Matthew 11:28-30 ….How to find rest...
Nov 14, 2016•47 min
Lately I have found this reoccurring theme from different people that has made a huge impact on them living a truly satisfying life, a blessed life…. & I want to share it with you. Some of these people have been recent guests of the show and others have been speakers & teachers at a recent training I attended. What was interesting is that they were from all around the world…. different places yet very similar points of reference. Here are just a few of the experiences that have positione...
Nov 03, 2016•29 min
Could you imagine being 9 years old and and realize that you were starting to lose your vision; then at 12 years old to lose even more of your vision, and finally in High School, to be at the point where you were blind? What would be worse for you, to have your vision and lose it, or to never have your vision to start with? These are tough but real questions that my featured guest, Laura Bratton shares with us in this episode. – How do you go from I can’t to I can? – How to live with meaning and...
Oct 19, 2016•36 min
When you finally see a little light at the end of the tunnel, what do you see? When hope shows up but it doesn’t look like what you thought it might be, what do you do? In episode 27 special guest Jared Easley finds himself in a place just like that. Jared shares a story of hope that is still unfolding. A story of hope that may not quite be what he had in mind. As this story of hope continues to unfold, Jared can’t help but to see the hand of God making a way. Jared and his family reside in sunn...
Sep 29, 2016•48 min
Business coach Jim Palmer opens up with us about some financial & health setbacks that sent him in to a season of ‘craziness,’ and yet moved him into a place that can only be described as, destiny. Jim is a husband of 36 years, a father, a 6 time author, and host of an awesome business podcast called, ‘Stick like glue radio.’ – From business executive to entrepreneur. – The blessing of a giving heart & mindset. – How to receive a sign from God. – What to do when God answers your prayers....
Sep 20, 2016•43 min
Today, in episode 25, I want to extend this notion of Truth that I asked Pastor Will Davis Jr, about in our last episode. In episode 24 one of the questions I asked Will Davis Jr was… “Why should someone trust the Bible?” This is a question that I think people are asking….. Often. Sometimes they are asking it in their own head and at other times they are asking it out loud. I think it’s one of those questions that you need to ask. If the answer to this question is important to you, you need to s...
Sep 13, 2016•30 min
Today’s guest of the show is such a delightful guy to chat with. 9 time author, and Senior/Founding Pastor of Austin Christian Fellowship, Will Davis Jr. has a lot of wonderful insights when it comes to the topic of defining…. Truth. He’s as humble as he is smart. Will’s Master’s and Doctorate degree in Divinity & Ministry, combined with over 35 years of Ministry service sets the stage for an amazing insight when it comes to finding your truth. Tune in as we look to unpack the Truth that wil...
Sep 01, 2016•37 min
Pastor Bill Tucker gets very real and personal as he shares about the loss of his son to suicide. This episode will touch your heart as Pastor Bill Tucker opens up about how the loss of his son effected him, his family, his church, and those around him. In this episode we will look at: – How to move through the loss of a loved one as an individual as well as a family unit. – What is it you can do to regain and renew your hope in the midst of despair. – What is the hope that even in tn the midst ...
Aug 25, 2016•43 min
Today, in episode 22, we are going to look at one thing, now granted this one thing has many parts, but this one thing…“will make your marriage divorce proof.” I know that’s a bold claim….. But I’m not done. This one thing will take a stale marriage and revive it… And a broken marriage and fix it! Stay tuned because this episode will bless your marriage! – What is a 50%-50% marriage – What is a covenant marriage – The 2 amazing parallels with: your spiritual walk & Marriage. – The key to you...
Aug 18, 2016•32 min
“Life with a capital L has everything with me engaging with purpose, significance and meaning, therefore it gives me insight to the larger story.” I would like to welcome back to the show, Matt heard! In episode 21 we are going to talk about… – How to satisfy your longings. – What is a temporal pursuit and what is a eternal pursuit? – What is your role in the story of your life? – What does it mean to restore your humanity? – How ‘giving life away’ positions you for more life. – How to start liv...
Aug 09, 2016•43 min
Once you complete the today’s episode, you will have a mini blueprint to living an abundant life in Christ. But it is only the beginning, not the end, it is your jumping off point to a life that is truly satisfying, fulfilling, and in line with the way God intended it to be. The little formula I shared with you in episode 18 goes like this… PR + LA = Becoming More – As a child of God we have been given an inheritance: Eternal, spiritual, & physical. – The righteousness of God that is in you ...
Jul 28, 2016•36 min
In episode 19 our featured guest is Susan Maresh. She is a lovely woman of God, wife, grandmother, and mother. In fact, she’s my mother! My Mom never meets a stranger. She is full of love and life and has been an amazing influence in my life. She is an amazing woman of God and that will be made very evident as you tune into this week’s episode. – Walking through the journey of the ’empty nest syndrome.’ – What it looks liker to trust God when your daughter is 2 hours away from dying. – Being a s...
Jul 20, 2016•32 min
I want to share something with you that will help you to reign in this life. It is both a gift (from God) and a tool that will bless you immensely… And it may even challenge the way you think. No matter what you find yourself chasing under the ‘proverbial’ sun, God’s righteousness is the one thing that will bring you ultimate joy & satisfaction.… In fact Matthew 5:6 says you are blessed if you hunger and thirst for it. Righteousness is this wonderful two sided blessing that is both a gift fr...
Jul 13, 2016•45 min
