WELCOME HEART: Living a Legacy Life

Ep 105 A Legacy of a Wildly Productive Life with Jordan Raynor

You will love this conversation with Jordan Raynor about how to be the boss of your time, living out God's agenda, and being wildly productive without feeling frantic or stressed—instead, just the opposite. I don't like time management books—they make me feel guilty (or frantic or stressed) but Jordan's latest book, Redeeming Your Time: 7 Biblical Principles for Being Purposeful, Present, and Wildly Productive will inspire you to live how God intended. It releases this Tuesday, October 19 and if you pre-order before, you will be entered to win a free trip to the Holy Land.
Buy this book--for yourself and for a friend and maybe your son-in-law and pastor. 
Jordan is giving a copy away this week - so leave a comment here or on instagram to be entered.
So many great gems in today's podcast: 
"To do our most exceptional work we need to learn to be fully present with one person and one task at a time."
"God gets to define our mission in life becuase He created us, and that mission is to glorify Him."
"To be wildly productive, we need to make hard choices between equally good things."
"To be like Jesus is to be wildly productive."
Jordan Raynor is the national best-selling author of Called to Create, Master of One, and his most recent book, Redeeming Your Time: 7 Biblical Principles for Being Purposeful, Present, and Wildly Productive. Through his work as an author and serial entrepreneur, he has helped millions of Christians around the world connect the gospel to their work through his “Call to Mastery” podcast and weekly devotionals, The Word Before Work. 
He also serves as the executive chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech start-up that has built the world’s largest library of 360-degree virtual experiences of hotels, restaurants, and attractions. A highly sought-after speaker on the topic of faith and work, Raynor has spoken at many events around the world including Harvard University, SXSW, and has been selected as a Google fellow twice. He has been interviewed by many media outlets including CNBC, Fast Company, WIRED Magazine, “In the Market with Janet Parshall,” and the Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast.  Jordan lives in Tampa with his wife and their three daughters. For more information, visit https://www.jordanraynor.com & 
https://www.instagram.com/jordanraynor
 
 
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Our mission is to glorify God, as Jordan said, and we all can do that by inviting someone to our table even if we weren't raised in a hospitable home or we just don't know how to go about it. 
 
I've broken down the challenge of "having company" into 4 weeks of tiny, daily tasks to make it simple—and simply wonderful—to obey God's commandment, 
"Show hospitality to one another without grumbling." I Peter 4:9 
Click here  and you will begin on a Monday to prepare to host guests in a month.
 
 
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Read about Sue’s topics and testimonials at womenspeakers.com
 
How to invest in what matters beyond ourselves. We have one life - let’s make the most of it for God, others, and eternity.
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Ep 104 A Legacy of Kingdom Building with Courtney Lowman

Today's conversation is with Courtney Lowman from the Journey of Ruth Podcast. I ask Courtney how she came up with that title, what her main legacy is, and how she fought to keep that legacy in focus. Just because we may hear from God and know that He's telling us some robust instruction, it doesn't mean it's always easy to change direction and follow His voice. 
To give you a hint. She heard Him ask: "Whose kingdom are you going to build—yours or Mine?" Listen to hear how she answered and how we, too, can make a choice that builds into eternity. She shares a printable that has helped her and many others. A word from Courtney:
The Journey of Ruth Podcast has a goal of encouraging women in faith and discipleship. I believe all women need to be inspired in their walk with God and have the ability to encourage others around them. Each week I get to have a fun conversation with a wise woman of the faith about their challenges and victories in life.
 
If you need guidance in how to find a Mentor, check out Courtney's resource here.
 
 
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Have you joined my 24-Days to Hospitality Challenge yet? One simple daily task, 4 weeks, company at your table - all for heaven's sake!
Sign up here and the very next Monday you can begin. I can't wait to hear how you do!
 
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Read about Sue’s topics and testimonials at womenspeakers.com
 
How to invest in what matters beyond ourselves. We have one life - let’s make the most of it for God, others, and eternity.
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Ep 103 A Legacy of a Wounded Healer with Bonnie Gray

Author, speaker, soul-care coach, Bonnie Gray shares  her legacy of being honest enough to tell your story, no matter the pain and hardship in that story. When she started experiencing panic attacks as an adult she didn't know what was going on. Life was good. Life was moving forward. But her body was telling her something different. 
She discovered she needed to return to her past, write her story, and learn that God was with her all along the way. 
Bonnie is offering a free audiobook of her latest book, Sweet Like Jasmine if you pre-order by Tuesday, October 5, as well as a journal that you can go through to help you write your own story  or share with a group of friends. 
Check it out here. 
Bonnie Gray was raised in Chinatown in San Francisco. Her mom was a mail-order bride, and her dad ran a noodle house. He left the family when she turned 7. This is the story of Bonnie's search for her day, and finding that God was with her all the time. Telling our stories helps heal our souls, all for the good of God's children. 
 
 
 
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Have you joined my 24-Days to Hospitality Challenge yet? One simple daily task, 4 weeks, company at your table - all for heaven's sake!
Sign up here and the very next Monday you can begin, and I can't wait to hear how you do!
 
 
 

Ep 102 A Legacy to Say ”I‘m sorry” with Amber Cullum of Grace Enough

Amber Cullum learned from her husband's family what she didn't learn in her own that to say, "I'm sorry" makes all the difference in building strong, healthy and loving relationships.
Host and creator of the podcast, Grace Enough, Amber's desire is to share stories of faith and resilience that glorify God and encourage His followers that no matter what's happened in our lives, His grace covers it all.
Today she talks about her struggles with postpopartum depression, as well as the legacy she's teaching her children about the value of asking forgiveness, and the practical application of God's Word.
Amber Cullum is the podcast host behind Grace Enough—a podcast designed to encourage believers that God can use you to impact His kingdom no matter your story.  He does the changing, the transforming, the redeeming—not us.  It does require daily surrender, faith, and trust, but we must remember His grace is enough.
Amber is saved by His grace alone, but doesn't always act like it. She is wife to Sam, mom of 3, and Physical Therapist turned stay-at-home mom. She loves authentic and raw conversations with women about their walks with God and one another.  She loves connecting women with God, people, and resources to spur them on in their walks with Jesus and remind them that God's grace is enough.
 

Ep 101 A Legacy of Audacious Generosity with Kevin White

With only $500 in the bank and a family of 6, Kevin was calling out to God for some help, some very practical help: they needed food on the table. While praying, he found himself praying these words:
"Lord, give us food so others may eat!"
Hear Kevin's incredible story of how God answered that prayer and led him to build non-profits, feed the hungry around the world--physically and spiritually, and most importantly know and show the generous heart of God. Listen and be blessed and buy his book! 
Audacious Generosity by Kevin White. Also available on Audible and Kindle
 
As an author, speaker, and leader, Kevin White, is convinced that audacious generosity transforms the world. Kevin’s on a mission to empower a culture of generosity throughout the world with his book, Audacious Generosity, and his annual campaign, Generosity Award. 
A seasoned pastor and entrepreneur, Kevin founded With Love From Jesus Ministries in 1999 to distribute essential resources to high-need populations. The organization continues to carry out its original mission by distributing millions of dollars in resources each year to those who need it most. In 2003, Kevin founded Global Hope India, and he continues to lead the mission-minded organization focused on Indian Nationals as its executive director. Kevin has traveled to India over 50 times taking one thousand people on short-term mission trips to India.
Kevin's new book, Get to The Point, releases worldwide in November 2021. God is using it to remind us that every guidance and provision we will ever need can be found today in his presence. Preorders will soon show at kevinwhite.us. 
Outside of building successful nonprofits with world-changing impact, Kevin has started churches and businesses. He speaks internationally and hosts three podcast shows in the USA.
An ordained minister, Kevin received his undergraduate degree in 1989 from Southern Wesleyan University. Kevin and his wife, Shelly, have been married 33 years. They have three adult children and one grandchild. Kevin and Shelly live in Cary, North Carolina.
Find Kevin here:
Website: https://kevinwhite.us  
Email: kevin@kevinwhite.us  
Instagram: @kevinwhiteus
Facebook: @kevinwhite.usa
Twitter: @kevinwhiteus
LinkedIn: @kevinwhiteus 
 
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Did you know I published 100 Podcasts? To celebrate I made a list of gems from each one. You can have your copy HERE.
 
 

Ep 100 A Legacy of Suffering Well with Joni Eareckson Tada

Celebrate the 100th episode of Make it Count: Living a Legacy Life with me today as we hear the story of Joni, a woman who didn't waste her suffering. All for God's glory.
Joni Earackson Tada dove into the Chesapeake Bay in 1969 and broke her neck. For the last 55 years she's lived in a wheelchair, sharing her story of how God met her there and continues to draw her closer to Himself. 
"My response to my suffering was not resigning myself to it, woefully yielding to submerged rebellion. Instead, I want to embrace God in this no good, very bad trial and I'm going to find You in it."--Joni
A bestselling author, accomplished artist (with a brush in her mouth), and CEO of her worldwide ministry, Joni and Friends, which advocates and aids those with disabilities and their families. 
If you've never read her first book, JONI, I encourage you to begin there. I asked Joni what her favorite book was that she wrote and she replied, "The God I Love"  - a book for families. We will be giving away a copy. Comment below or on instagram or FB to be entered in the drawing. But while waiting, look over her website, Joniandfriends.org and see where God may want you to get involved.
 
I reached out to Joni on her website to see if I could interview her with the preamble: "My claim to fame is that I'm Hyatt Moore's sister." That seemed to work as they wrote me back the next day. They love Hyatt over at Joni and Friends because he's painted for them. One, a book jacket for a course for understanding and ministering to those with disabilities. And, another that depicts the international reach of their organization and commonality of folks with disabilities.
"Wheel Chair Praising"
 
"Luke 14 Banquet"
78" x 204"
Both available in prints at hyattmoore.com
 
Joni is giving away 3 copies of her favorite book, THE GOD I LOVE. 
Leave a comment to be entered and I will be happy to send 3 lucky winners their own copy!
 
 

Ep 99 One Hundred Things I Learned From One Hundred Podcasts

Today I am celebrating God's faithfulness, sense of humor, creativity, leading, and glory!
I didn't actually understand what a podcast was when I started my podcast almost two years ago, and now I'm at the cusp of Ep. 100 next week with my wonderful guest, Joni Eareckson Tada.
Today I share 9 or 10 things from my list of "100 things I learned from 100 podcasts" - I got mixed up. I don't know if it's 9 or 10—can you see how it's a miracle that I've come this far? Amazing.
I'll share a little how I came upon the theme and title for my podcast, and then some great gems from some great guests. Be sure to download the entire list for your inspiration and spiritual growth.
Remember. We all have the same amount of time. It's how we use it is what counts. Living for something beyond ourselves, for God's glory and eternity.
For your complete list of "100 Things I Learned From 100 Podcasts", go here. 
 
 
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Perfect for your Fall reading and contemplation. And for a gift for a friend. Order here.
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Ep 98 Choose the Right Mindset with the Right Question with Lain Ehman

With my love of questions, I was attracted immediately to lovely Lain Ehman of the A More Beautiful Question Podcast and Radio Show. Her legacy has to do with changing a problem into a solution by asking the better question. Instead of: "Why is life so hard?" ask, "What am I learning right now?" 
Lain's desire is to bring people to ask questions about life and God for the express intention to help them live their best life and know the true God of the Bible. Only in knowing and relying on God do we live our whole story with joy and purpose.
Walking out our faith can get tricky. On her show, Lain discusses how we can be the light of the world in all areas of our lives: Home, church, community, work, and beyond — even when things get messy! Using humor, insightful questions, and biblical principles, Lain's mission is as a truth teller and encourage, exhorting women to live courageously for God. Lain and her husband of 25 years are raising 3 young people in the sunshine state of Arizona.
 
You can listen to her here: A More Beautiful Question
You can read more about her books and speaking here: A More Beautiful Question with Lain Ehman
Lain's favorite recipe is Stuffed Shells (Isn't that everyone's? YUM!)
She adds meat to this recipe on the back of the Prince Pasta box. 
 
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The Fall Issue of The Joyful Life Magazine is now available. My friend, Michele Morin and I each have articles in BECOME
The Lord God on High loves His children every part of the journey. Isn't that just so grand?
ORDER HERE (since I'm an affiliate) and I appreciate you so very much!
 
 
Happy Fall almost!
 
 
 
 

Ep 97 A Legacy of Telling the Whole Story of our Spiritual Life with Eric Nevins

Eric Nevins claims we are all "halfway there" because our spiritual growth is an ongoing journey and we can never come to the end of knowing God better this side of Glory. Spiritual Formation isn't just a course of study for Eric. He brings stories of how everyday believers to light by sharing people's stories of their walk with God, whether at the very beginning, the muddled middle or those who are so close to Jesus you can feel it.
 
The whole story often includes the rough parts. Eric says, "I'm not afraid to walk with someone through their desert because nine times out of ten, they mostly just need us to listen and maybe ask one question: 'What is God telling you through this time?' And if they answer, "I don't know" to be okay with that as well. 
 
 A husband and father of four, Eric divides his time with his online media business, encouraging Christian podcasters through his brain child, Christian Podcasters Asssociation, and hosting his own podcast, Halfway There, a podcast devoted to honest conversations with ordinary Christians about today's Christian experience. Listen now at ericnevins.com!
 
A few more details from Eric:
I grew up in an Evangelical family in Iowa and always knew the Lord. Married my high school sweetheart and moved to Chicago to earn my degree in Biblical Studies. Started seminary at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and entered a dark night of the soul while marriage struggled, had our first baby, and parents got divorced. That took three years and two kids. But I couldn’t shake a sense of calling.
 
We discovered spiritual formation as a topic and I finally finished my M.Div at Denver Seminary in 2009 with an emphasis in Spiritual Formation. Never found a church job but got interested in online media. Eventually, this led me to podcasting. In 2016, I started Halfway There, a show dedicated to sharing the entire spiritual journey. Today, I produce my show, market missions books, and run Christian Podcasters Association, a Facebook group for Christian podcasters that I wish I had at the beginning.
 
His favorite recipe is Ribs! I don't blame him.
 
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The brand new BECOME issue of The Joyful Life Magazine is now available!
I write about that great topic, Growing Up Spiritually —an ongoing endeavor.
 
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Ep 96 A Legacy of Seeing God in Your Dailies with Kristi Woods

Kristi Woods didn't meet God until her mid-20's, and from the very beginning she knew that going deeper in His Word was not only key to eternal peace, but also a daily passion—a dance, if you will, of seeing Him work in and around her days and moments. From her own experience of knowing God, Kristi longs to encourage others to grow deeper in their spiritual walk.
Her prayer on a regular basis keeps her close to her Savior:
"Lord, show me what's in my heart that doesn't belong there. Amen."
And He does! May we dare to pray this prayer with Kristi.
Kristi Woods is a writer and speaker—but mostly a Jesus girl. She encourages readers to grow in faith with downloadable Bible studies such as Fear What? Debunking the Power of Fear and free, faith-building printables like 30 Days in Psalms: A Bible Reading Plan, available at www.KristiWoods.net. You'll find her work published with BibleStudyTools.com, Crosswalk.com, Focus on the Family, Life Audio, and many others. Kristi, her handsome, retired-from-the-Navy husband, and their three children survived a nomadic, military lifestyle and have set roots in Oklahoma—where she keeps a close watch for tornadoes and good chocolate.
Find all Kristi's Bible Studies here—https://kristiwoods.net/bible-studies/
Kristi is giving away a copy of her printable Bible Study on being not afraid: Fear What?
 
Leave a comment to be entered in the drawing! Thank you, Kristi!
Fear’s on a mission. Maybe you or the people surrounding you are living afraid due to health conditions or disease. Perhaps the social climate brings rise to fear. Or, how about everyday situations like rejection, failure, not being enough, etc.?Most, if not all, of us feel fear’s impact. Sadly, it can stop us in our spiritual tracks. Let’s declare, “No more.”Truth debunks fear’s power. It really does. Here’s a Bible study to help you in the journey.
 
A favorite recipe of Kristi's which looks amazing and simple is:
Shoyu Chicken 
We gathered this recipe when we lived in Hawaii. It's not precise, but close enough. :-) 
8-12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 cup soy sauce or Bragg's Liquid Aminos
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2" minced, fresh ginger
Opt: Add 1 c. sugar to soy sauce/Bragg's Liquid Aminos if sweetness is preferred.Add thighs to a slow cooker. Top with other ingredients and cover. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken temperature reaches 165 degrees. Sides: Cooked short-grain or Jasmine rice make a nice side dish. Add a simple lettuce salad. This is a typical Hawaiian meal. 
 
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Maybe your biggest fear is inviting someone into your home. During Covid, I can see why! But how about your backyard? Here's a free printable for you to get it on the calendar:
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Kristi Woods is a writer and speaker—but mostly a Jesus girl. She encourages readers to grow in faith with downloadable Bible studies such as Fear What? Debunking the Power of Fear and free, faith-building printables like 30 Days in Psalms: A Bible Reading Plan, available at www.KristiWoods.net. You'll find her work published with BibleStudyTools.com, Crosswalk.com, Focus on the Family, Life Audio, and many others. Kristi, her handsome, retired-from-the-Navy husband, and their three children survived a nomadic, military lifestyle and have set roots in Oklahoma—where she keeps a close watch for tornadoes and good chocolate. 
A favorite recipe of Kristi's which looks amazing and simple is:
Shoyu Chicken 
We gathered this recipe when we lived in Hawaii. It's not precise, but close enough. :-) 
8-12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 cup soy sauce or Bragg's Liquid Aminos
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2" minced, fresh ginger
Opt: Add 1 c. sugar to soy sauce/Bragg's Liquid Aminos if sweetness is preferred.Add thighs to a slow cooker. Top with other ingredients and cover. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken temperature reaches 165 degrees. Sides: Cooked short-grain or Jasmine rice make a nice side dish. Add a simple lettuce salad. This is a typical Hawaiian meal.