Episode #133 – Our flesh resists being humbled. We don’t want someone else to put us down. It is this natural reflex that does not want to believe we are less than, and yet God has already delivered us from shame.
In this episode, Denise interviews Lynn Cowell about 5 promises God reveals in Scripture that our children can hold onto this coming school year. As they discuss these promises, their knowledge as moms helping their children through a variety of school experiences shines through.
Episode #132 – The funny thing about shame is that no one wants to admit they have it. It’s like a game of hot potato. But just because we don’t want to admit it does not mean that shame is not operating in our lives. Removing hidden shame is possible. Walking in the Spirit reveals hidden shame and sets us free.
Episode #86 – Determining boundaries is hard in a fallen world. But boundaries help to protect us—not limit us. And we don’t have boundaries if we don’t keep them. Listen in to this episode as Denise Pass and Danielle Poorman continue their discussion about Raising kids in a scary world.
Throwback episode in celebration of the release of Shame Off You! Shame is a head game, and we often do it to ourselves. If we need approval from everyone, we will have it from none. Listen in as Denise and Angela continue sharing why shame matters.
Our potential in Christ is different than the potential in this world and our mindset will determine whether we reach that potential. Listen in as Denise shares how to reach your potential in Christ.
Episode #79 – Shame affects how we live this life, often in dramatic ways. So often people remain in their shame by trying to cover it, deny it or make excuses for it. We have to be willing to examine shame instead of being put off or condemned by it.
We need to let go of limitations that are formed in the flesh. Listen in as we learn how to let go of limitations in our own minds.
If we were to have the same mindset as Christ in our relationships with one another, we would have flourishing families and churches. But if we have the mind of Christ, as Paul says we do in 1 Corinthians 2:16, then why isn’t this the case in our relationships? Listen in as Denise unpacks how to cultivate healthy thriving mindsets in our tribe.
Episode #85 – Today we’re talking about Raising Kids in A Scary World – Instilling Values. Listen in as Denise Pass and Danielle Poorman share on empowering and raising our children to be free from fear and to be in the world but not of it.
Episode #120 – Listen in as Denise continues her interview with Elyse Fitzpatrick and Eric Schumacher as they dive into Scripture together to explore how women fit into the church’s redemption story and into the new world.
Episode #84 – This month we have explored being whole and healthy – mentally, physically, emotionally. How are you BEing, friends? Life is not just about doing, but being. As we are restored to being whole, we have an opportunity to live out our lives as a legacy for others to follow. Being in Christ should impact all of our life.
Listen in and learn about how we can live a legacy all for the glory of God.
Episode #119 – Listen in to this episode as Denise interviews Elyse Fitzpatrick and Eric Schumacher as they dive into Scripture together to explore how women fit into the church’s redemption story and into the new world.
Episode #158 – Gratitude does not have to follow feelings. Feelings come when we choose how we are going to think. Listen in as Denise shares how gratitude can help us to shift negative mindsets.
Episode #118 – In honor of Mother’s Day, listen in to this episode of Denise and her sons. Mommas raising boys looks a little different than raising daughters, but much remains the same. Our greatest goal is not that our sons will be like us but that they will be like Jesus.
Episode #83 – Are you tired, friends? Rest is something we all need from time to time. Listen in and learn about the rest that God has for us all as we seek to be healthy all the way around this month.
Episode #116 – Do you wonder how you can make a difference in this world? And how you can impact our culture with the work of your hands? Listen in today as Denise interviews Brock Shinen, a lawyer, a speaker, and author of the book, The Christian Entrepreneur, and discover how you can better reach the world around you.
SD#82 – This month we are doing an overhaul on our health – from physical health last week to the key to emotional health this week. Listen in as Denise Pass and Suzie Eller continue their discussion on the secret to emotional health.
Episode #82 – The answer to shame is not found in pride, but humility. The only reason we are free from shame is the grace and faithfulness of God. Shame tries to point us back to who we were before Christ, but humility points us back to the One who our lives really are all about—Jesus. Listen in and discover how humility conquers shame in Jesus’ name!
Episode 81 – This month we are doing an overhaul on our health – from physical health last week to the key to emotional health this week. Listen in as Denise Pass and Suzie Eller discuss the secret to emotional health.
Creating thriving thoughts is possible through the mind of Christ.
Denise defines the needs of our mindset battles—which require more than positive thinking. Using Philippians 4:8, she powerfully sets forth the prescription for a right mind as defined in God’s Word.
Episode #124 – God is always present whether we are aware of it or not. Practicing the presence of God takes practice. But practice makes perfect. Listen in as Denise shares how to practice the presence of God.
Denise continues the conversation of making up our minds as the publication date for her new book “Make Up Your Mind” draws nearer. In today’s episode, she shares five powerful ways to embrace an abundance mindset.
Episode #123 – Listen in as Denise dives into Scripture for a deeper understanding of God’s presence—how to enter His presence and what experiencing His presence does in our lives.
Episode #122 – As recipients of the grace of God, we carry the presence of God to this world. God’s presence has transformed us. Will we help others to know Him, too?
We who are in Christ must put on Christ. So, how do we put on Christ? We choose His thoughts over ours. Listen in as Denise shares 5 ways we put on Christ as we learn to make up our minds.
Episode #121 – One short sentence can change your life: God is here. Learn how to recognize God’s impact on your life and find the joy He’s been waiting to give you!
Putting off things is not quite as easy as putting things on. But putting off paves the way for putting on a new way of thinking. This is more than just trying to convince ourselves by willpower or by a good deed. This is like a brain transplant—where we truly learn to think differently. This new paradigm is the Kingdom of God.
Episode #120 – Listen in as Denise continues her interview with Elyse Fitzpatrick and Eric Schumacher as they dive into Scripture together to explore how women fit into the church’s redemption story and into the new world.
As we have been examining our thoughts and how mindsets are both formed, today we are looking at the significance of protecting our belief system. Listen in as Denise shares 5 keys to protecting your belief system.
Episode #119 – We can all try to get our worth from the world surrounding us, but finding worth in the world will leave us feeling worthless. From beginning to end the Bible affirms women, who have intrinsic value because they—just as men—are created in God’s image.
Who would’ve thunk examining our thoughts is key to a joy-filled life in Christ? Our thoughts don’t have to run our lives. We get to choose to run our thoughts through God’s word.
Episode #116 – Do you wonder how you can make a difference in this world? And how you can impact our culture with the work of your hands? Listen in today as Denise interviews Brock Shinen, a lawyer, a speaker, and author of the book, The Christian Entrepreneur, and discover how you can better reach the world around you.
Do you need a mindset reset? This week we conclude our discussion of a mindset reset by unpacking how to overcome negative mindsets. Listen in as Michelle shares strategies in overcoming negative mindsets through 5 key spheres.
Episode #115 – We are called to reach and connect with a disconnected world around us but our values can become an outward expression instead of authentically who we are. When we are integrated with Jesus in all we do, our faith can be contagious. Listen in as Brock Shinen, a lawyer, speaker, and author of the book, The Christian Entrepreneur, shares key principles to help us reach the world around us.
Listen in as Denise and Michelle discuss 7 ways to overcome negative mindsets. You do not have to be held captive by negative thoughts anymore. God’s thoughts are not our thoughts, but God is able to help us in our thoughts.
Episode #114 – We all long to belong. But part of belonging is letting others belong in your sphere, too. We need to give acceptance to others in order to also receive it. We belong to Christ and can live out of that acceptance, giving us the freedom to love others no matter whether or not they are a part of our tribe.
Listen in as Denise discusses and defines 10 chief negative mindsets. Part of healing our broken mindsets is understanding how we developed them and what mindset struggles we actually have.
Episode #113 – Do you feel like you don’t belong? We’ve all been there. But belonging is a choice we make. Truly, no one can make us feel like we belong or don’t belong. We belong to Christ and can live out of that acceptance, giving us the freedom to love others no matter whether or not they are a part of our tribe.
We are not victims of our circumstances. We are victors through our circumstances when we reset our mindset with God’s word. Listen in as Denise shares principles from God’s word to help you to reset your mindset in 2022.
Episode #112 – Connecting in a disconnected world is made difficult when a pandemic strikes a selfie-oriented world. Being in contact with others is not the same as being connected. But we can still have fellowship in a physically distant world. Listen in to these 5 tips on finding true connection with others.
Listen in as Denise discusses and defines 10 chief negative mindsets. Part of healing our broken mindsets is understanding how we developed them and what mindset struggles we actually have.
Episode #111 – Make no mistake—how we handle the present-day gender issues of our day will impact generations. And we will be accountable for how we defended the truth. Children are victimized when we don’t stand for truth.
Today, Denise engages in the second part of her dynamic interview with guest David A. Fiensy. They continue to discuss the cultural context of Jesus’ parables and how these lessons apply to our lives today. David is the author of Hear Today: Compassion and Grace in the Parables of Jesus.
Episode #110 – We are having an identity crisis in our day. People turn to look for answers and when a new definition comes to match their pain it becomes a solution.” Whether or not you struggle with gender identity, this message matters to everyone.
Denise rounds off the discussion of God’s gifts to us for Christmas and the year-round as she interviews guest David Fiensy. Listen in as they discuss biblical context of the parables of Jesus and what a gift His Word is to us.
Episode #109 – What is truth? This question has been asked for thousands of years and thank God that there is objective truth that we can live by. When lies have deceived us, God can clear up the confusion we face in our day. Listen in as we seek to find the truth as we discuss the facts behind the roots of Gender confusion and finding our identity in Christ.
We are victors through our circumstances when we reset our mindset with God’s word. Listen in as Denise shares principles from God’s word to help you to reset your mindset in 2022.
Episode #108 – To find a good friend, we have to be one. Friendship goals are about so much more than us. When we understand the value that God places on relationships, we see the purposes in friendships are all about Kingdom work. And when we invest selflessly, God provides dear friends in our lives.
In today’s episode, Denise continues the discussion of God’s Real Gifts for Christmas and the rest of the year by addressing what we hear. She shares four significant ways we can hear from God in our daily lives.
Episode #107 – Friendship is hard to come by in a world where we can have 1,000 friends on social media but hardly ever interact with them. But God made us for fellowship and there is an art to friendship that can help us to move past the obstacles that hinder true community.
Denise addresses the topic of seeing and hearing God’s real gifts to us for Christmas and the rest of the year. She shares three things we need in order to see what God places before us.
Episode #106 – Relationships can be tricky. Expectations and selfishness can kill relationships. To find a healthy relationship we have to be healthy ourselves. And perhaps our goal in the relationship is about serving and blessing others rather than wondering what those relationships can do for us. Listen in as we consider how we can form godly relationships in our lives.
Denise concludes her conversation with Morgan Sugg, author of Forever in My Goodness: Trusting in the Abundant Favor of God. Check out their final discussion as they continue to illuminate real gratitude through the characteristics of God’s goodness. You can check out Morgan’s ministry and book at https://www.morgansugg.com.
Episode #105 – For the next month, we are going to focus on our relationships with one another. Toxicity in relationships is a part of the fall. Sin corrupts. But no matter what the problems are that we have in our relationships, God can help us to relate to one another. Listen in as Denise and Allison share how to deal with toxic relationships.
For the next two episodes, Denise will discuss real gratitude with Morgan Sugg, author of Forever In My Goodness: Trusting in the Abundant Favor of God. Listen in as Denise and Morgan unpack God’s goodness one characteristic at a time and remind us how much we have to be grateful for.
Episode #104 – “Change takes change and that can be scary” but “it’s ok to grow slow.” Feel discouraged that your goals seem further away than when you began? Listen in for practical tips and motivation with Lara Casey, Author of “Cultivate What Matters”.
As Denise continues the discussion on real gratitude, she turns her attention to the need for true grit. Check out her thoughts from a previous health crisis that showed her that the grit that grows gratitude often is the irritant that forms a pearl as we cast our pain onto God’s grace.
Episode #103 – What is hindering you from your life resolution? No matter what the obstacles are, they can be overcome by the word of God and accountability. Listen in as Denise and Allison discuss how to live out your life resolutions!
In today’s episode, she encourages us to throw off the temptation to be a sunshine patriot—a person dedicated to a cause only when it’s easy. Listen in as she shares from personal experience the persistence needed to remain grateful when trials came her way.
Episode #102 – How we set our goals is almost as important as the goals themselves. Listen in as Denise and Allison share how to set S.M.A.R.T. goals this year.
In the second part of Denise’s interview with Catherine Bird, author of “The Armor of God,” they continue to discuss how to put on God’s Armor and the tremendous benefit it is to our lives. Then they wrap up with strategies for future battles we don’t yet know are coming.
Episode #101 – We have to go to the word to get our word. We need to hear from God to live out our purpose. Listen in and discover how to find your word for the year.
Listen in as Denise and Catherine Bird discuss how to know who your enemy is and, when facing him, tap into God’s strength.
Episode #100 – In our 100th episode, get to know Allison Mayberry, Denise’s new podcast partner, as she shares some of her story.
In this episode, Denise interviews Lynn Cowell about 5 promises God reveals in Scripture that our children can hold onto this coming school year. As they discuss these promises, their knowledge as moms helping their children through a variety of school experiences shines through.
Episode #95 – Can we really choose gratitude in the hard places? How? We can be in a hard place and not become hardened. Listen in to this episode as Denise and Angela finish this series on gratitude and learn how to be set free from the prison of ingratitude.
Episode #86 – Determining boundaries is hard in a fallen world. But boundaries help to protect us—not limit us. And we don’t have boundaries if we don’t keep them. Listen in to this episode as Denise Pass and Danielle Poorman continue their discussion about Raising kids in a scary world.
Episode #94 – True gratitude for others does not depend on their behavior. Tolerance of others is not gratitude for them, either. When we choose gratitude for all of the people in our lives, we find ourselves changed as well as the other person. Listen in as we continue our series on true gratitude this month.
When circumstances in this world become so overwhelming that we find ourselves living out a “new normal,” keeping our eyes fixed on God can help us open the gift of resiliency. Tune in as Denise shares six reminders of our resiliency in Christ.
Episode #93 – Are you truly grateful for what God has provided? God’s provision is an undeserved gift, not a right. If you need a fresh dose of gratitude, listen to this refreshing episode and learn how we can be grateful for God’s provision.
Episode #85 – Today we’re talking about Raising Kids in A Scary World – Instilling Values. Listen in as Denise Pass and Danielle Poorman share on empowering and raising our children to be free from fear and to be in the world but not of it.
Episode #92 – Our thoughts can run our life or we can choose to take back control of our thoughts. Listen in as Denise and Dr. Lane Cohee continue their discussion on how to break free from thought patterns and restore peace to our disquieted souls.
As Denise continues the conversation about “new normal,” she moves on to discuss how we can thrive and not just survive. Listen in as she shares God’s purposes, promises, and provision that can help us see change not as an obstacle but as a doorway to a more abundant life.
This month on the Podcast, Denise tackles the topic of embracing changes and facing hard places. Many things in this world right now are a challenge. But God! He desires for us to lean on Him for the strength to navigate through everything we face. Listen in this week as she shares five Christ-centered ways to aid our mindset when accepting our ”new normal” circumstances.
Episode #91 – Listen in as Dr. Lane Cohee and I discuss his new book, “The Disquieted Soul” and learn how to escape the disquiet of your own soul by changing the voice you hear.
As Denise wraps up this month’s conversation about joy, she focuses on spreading joy. Listen in as she shares five ways to spread the joy found in Christ to others.
Episode #90 – When our lives are interrupted with choices we did not make and real consequences that surround us in pain, we still have a choice in that place to choose joy, by the grace of God. Listen in as Denise and Angela continue to share key principles on how to overcome depression.
In this episode, Denise continues a deep dive into the topic of joy and moves the conversation into finding joy. Did you know joy often happens in the midst of suffering? Discover this truth and others as you listen in on five ways we can find true joy in Christ.
Episode #89 – Overcoming depression seems impossible, but victory is possible for those who stay in the fight and know how to fight. Depression is real, but so are God and His promises. Listen in as we cover ten common contributors to depression and how to counter those issues with the word of God.
This week, Denise’s conversation about joy continues by discussing how elusive joy can be. This episode is a powerful reminder to be persistent in finding joy when experiencing difficult circumstances. Listen in as she discusses three reasons why joy can be so hard to find and why the effort is worth it.
Episode #88 – “Parenting with confidence does not mean parenting with perfection. When we don’t feel confident, God fills in the gap.” Listen in as Becky Keife, the community manager for (in)courage and I continue our discussion of Becky’s new book, “No Better Mom for the Job—Parenting with Confidence Even When You Don’t Feel Cut Out For It” and be encouraged today.
In the month of September, Denise will focus on the topic of joy and how this is such a source of hope for believers in Christ. Listen in as she talks about defining joy: what it is. . . and what it isn’t.
Episode #87 – “Don’t be so focused on the “hard” of motherhood that you miss out on the good.” Listen in as Becky Keife, the community manager for (in)courage and I discuss Becky’s new book, “No Better Mom for the Job—Parenting with Confidence Even When You Don’t Feel Cut Out For It” and be encouraged today.
As we wrap up a month of exploring how to maintain a biblical worldview, Denise shares 5 ways to protect this belief system as we face cultural pressure to abandon this perspective.
Episode #86 – In chronic pain and on a hunt for a diagnosis, the woman with a bleed grabbed the hem of Jesus’ robe, desperate for His healing touch. She faced her fear and held onto the One thing certain in her life: God. What fear holds you back? Listen in, find your fight, face it and be set free in Jesus.
Denise continues the discussion about the need for a biblical worldview. Listen in as she explores the obstacles we must overcome in order to have a worldview focused solely on God.
Episode # 85 – When we compare to others, suddenly what seemed like enough no longer is. Contentment is replaced by envy when we allow comparison to rob us. God’s definition of us is the truth we need to cling to.
In this last episode for the month, we focus on our worldview and the ability to be culture changers as Denise completes her interview with Dr. George Barna. He shares astounding insights from years of research to equip us to reach the culture right where we are at.
Episode #84 – The past can shadow the present, snuffing out our joy. We can overcome pain from the past like heroes of old did. Could the women from biblical times speak to our fear today? It is possible to rise above the doubts that try to kill our courage.
For the last part of this month, Denise will continue to discuss worldviews and effective ways to be culture changers with Dr. George Barna. Listen in as they talk about 5 things that inhibit having a biblical worldview and how to overcome a worldly mindset to reach the culture around us.
Episode #83 – Could the women from biblical times speak to our fear today? It is possible to rise above the doubts that try to kill our courage. Listen in as Denise and Angela share from Angela’s new book, “Fearless: Ordinary Women of the Bible who Dared to do Extraordinary things”, and learn how to stand up to fear and preserve our hope at all times.
Episode 81 – This month we are doing an overhaul on our health – from physical health last week to the key to emotional health this week. Listen in as Denise Pass and Suzie Eller discuss the secret to emotional health.
Episode #82 – The answer to shame is not found in pride, but humility. The only reason we are free from shame is the grace and faithfulness of God. Shame tries to point us back to who we were before Christ, but humility points us back to the One who our lives really are all about—Jesus. Listen in and discover how humility conquers shame in Jesus’ name!
As we wrap up the month, Denise continues her conversation with Tracie Miles regarding her latest book, Living Unbroken: Reclaiming Your Life and your Heart After Divorce. Listen in as they dive into 4 steps to healing from depression that can set in when living through the pain of a divorce.
Episode #81 – Hidden shame is tucked in our souls deeply. Negative self-talk, toxic relationships, people-pleasing, defensiveness, perfectionism, or altered personalities are just some ways shame leaves its hidden imprint on us. Listen in and remove the shame you do not see.
For the next two episodes, Denise talks with Tracie Miles about her latest book, Living Unbroken: Reclaiming Your Life and your Heart After Divorce. Check out their discussion of how God led them from brokenness to joy in the aftermath of divorce.
Episode #80 – Shame’s got our number. But we know how to divide and conquer shame in Jesus’ name! As we celebrate the 1-year anniversary of the release of “Shame Off You”, listen in as Authors Denise Pass and Angela Donadio continue to discuss why the top ten reasons why shame matters and why we need to deal with it.
This month Denise invites you to bring your brokenness and lay it at Jesus’ feet. Listen in this week as she shares how to handle the initial moments of brokenness.
