Are you ready to invest in yourself for the sake of your dream? Does it feel like investing in yourself is selfish? You’re not alone. In this episode, I dive into why self-investment is actually a form of stewardship, preparing you for the unique role God has designed for you.
310 || [Solo] How to Find Focused Time for Your Big Dream || Merritt Onsa
This episode is packed with relatable insights and actionable steps for discerning how to move forward on a dream with clarity and confidence. Write your book, launch your podcast, start that business, or build a ministry with simple steps from a tried-and-true framework to help you find focused time for a dream amidst your busy schedule. God has given you unique gifts and dreams—now it’s time to act on them! Join us to take the first step in turning your God-inspired vision into reality.
309 || Learning How to Live Your Story to the Fullest || Cassandra Smith
At 17 years old, Cassandra Smith was living in silence, withdrawn from others, and facing a severe mental health crisis. Never did she imagine that she would give keynotes and TEDx talks, write books, lead mentorship programs, and create resources to rally around the power of living your story to the fullest. This episode is all about her transformation of moving out of darkness and into the light as she believed God’s truth and began stepping into the big dream He gave her.
307 || How to Start Listening to the Whispers of God || Kathy Izard
Would you know if God was whispering a dream in your heart? In this Devoted Dreamers Podcast episode, Kathy Izard shares about the whisper she tried to ignore and how finally paying attention to it led to a life she never imagined. Discover how you, too, can trust your God whispers and act on your God-shaped dreams. Tune in to be inspired and embark on your path of purpose and possibility!
304 || Am I Too Old to Pursue a Big Dream? || Heather Creekmore
If you’ve wondered whether you’ve missed your chance to pursue a dream, this conversation offers a much-needed perspective shift. God’s calling on your life transcends age because wisdom and experience are assets, not hindrances. In this episode with Heather Creekmore, we talk about managing the fear of not feeling qualified, shifting into a biblical perspective on growing old, and fighting the thoughts and insecurities that keep your dream hidden.
303 || How to Re-Energize Your Faith through the Practice of Wonder || Jen Weaver
Are you afraid of what God might do with your dream? If fear has been a driving force in your dream (or lack thereof), it’s time to go deeper in your faith. Jen Weaver shares in this episode about how to manage the fear of not feeling qualified for the dream God has given you. Rather than quit when you hit a fear roadblock, you can choose to walk through your fear with God—who is the antidote to fear—so He can re-energize your faith with the truth of His Word.
301 || Why Dreaming Big Is a Trust-Builder for Your Faith || Rachel Bates
Is there a God-nudge you’ve been ignoring? Rachel Bates never imagined starting a nonprofit; in fact, her current role leading the Beauties ministry feels outside of her comfort zone and skill set on most days. But she said ‘yes’ anyway, because the ministry has touched Rachel’s life and the faith of her young daughter so deeply. She couldn’t ignore the Spirit’s prompting to grow the ministry to reach girls beyond her home community—or that she was the one to begin this work.
300 || How to Not Miss God’s Purpose for Your Life || Tracey Gates
Is it possible to miss God’s plan? As the years went by raising children and working odd jobs, Tracey Gates felt there was more she could do with her skills and gifts. She thought maybe she would write a book one day, but she had no idea how to begin or what her topic would be. So she set aside that dream for another time. Occasionally it would come up in conversation with a friend or her spouse but there was never enough clarity to move forward. By age 50, though, she began to wonder if she’d totally missed what God had planned for her.
299 || How an Unexpected Layoff Brought a Dream to Life || Shadia Hrichi
What are you waiting on God to do? Sometimes we are so busy looking ahead for an answer to prayer or a change in circumstance that we miss out on what He’s doing right in front of us. Today’s guest, Shadia Hrichi, shares the unexpected twist in her career journey and how it revealed her God-shaped dream. You’ll learn about trusting God when progress is slow, how downtime brings you closer to the Lord, and the vital role of wise mentors in your life and dreams.
298 || How to Start out Your Dream in Alignment with God || Polly Payne
How do you know if you’re following God’s plan for your dream? I hear this question often from listeners and it’s why I’m honored to bring back the inspiring Polly Payne of Horacio Printing to share her heart for putting structure around how we begin to plan and pursue our dreams (anytime, not just at the new year). We talk about how to nurture your weekly schedule and make space for a dream, as well as how to set goals and intentions that stick.
297 || How to Overcome Fear and Take Leaps of Faith Toward a Dream || Polly Payne
Have you ever felt unqualified for the dream God has given you? You are not alone. Polly Payne shares how she learned the value of her creative nature, given by the Creator, and how He transitioned her out of a career in corporate advertising to use her gifts for a ministry and business that would glorify God and serve His people. You’ll learn about the challenges, strategies, and faith journey in her career shift, how she’s sharing her knowledge and experience with other creators, and the profound effect of surrendering our dreams and their outcomes to God's control.
291 || How Brain Science and Creativity Can Grow Our Faith || Amy Pierson
What does creativity have to do with spiritual transformation? Amy Pierson opens up in this episode about her exploration of creativity and neuroscience in the context of faith. Through this conversation, you’ll learn: how neurotheology deepens our understanding of faith and relationship with Christ, practical steps to identify your personal lament and find your unique purpose, and how to overcome creative blocks and connect with your creativity in a meaningful way.
290 || [PodSwap] Clarifying Your Message One Stage at a Time || with Host Heather Sager
How has self-doubt or perfectionism blocked your progress? In a recent interview with my speaking coach Heather Sager, host of the Hint of Hustle Podcast, we talk about learning to clearly communicate your dream, the power of employing consistent action as your weapon in the battle with perfectionism, and how to step into a leadership role so that you truly can begin to serve others who need what you are creating.
289 || [PodSwap] Why You’ll Always Feel a Little Afraid and That’s a Good Thing || with Host Anne Watson
Have you ever felt afraid when starting to step into a dream? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, most women I’ve spoken to affirm that fear is a regular part of pursuing a dream. In my recent interview with Anne Watson, host of the Swayology Podcast, we have the most beautiful conversation about navigating those feelings without giving up.
288 || [PodSwap] How Do You Start to Dream Big After Divorce? || with Host Joy Bartholomew
I recently talked with Joy Bartholomew, host of The Divorce Confidante Podcast, about how to consider dreams during a life transition like divorce. Whether or not you’ve experienced divorce, you’ve likely lived through seasons where you wondered if you had anything to give to a dream. In this episode you’ll learn how to begin the process of realizing your dreams, how to determine if you're ready to start, and the beautiful transformations that come when you begin to live into your authentic purpose.
281 || How to Nurture True Belonging as You Pursue a God-Shaped Dream || Katy McCown
Have you been pursuing a dream all on your own? This week Katy McCown returns to the show with a power-packed episode on the importance of belonging in the body of Christ and the impact of community as we pursue our dreams. Join me and Katy as we unravel the significance of community, acknowledge the challenges, and uncover practical ways to invite others into your unique journey.
280 || [Recast] How to Keep Perspective When You Don't See the Fruit of Your Dream || Katy McCown
Does it sometimes feel like God’s timing doesn’t make sense? Katy McCown always knew she was called to write but she didn’t expect to get the green light when she was eight months pregnant with her sixth child. Today she is the author of two Bible studies, president of She Laughs Ministries, a writer for Proverbs 31 Ministries, and a national speaker. Through all life’s uncertainties and surprises, Katy has learned some things about “living sure” even when the future is not.
277 || [Recast] How Trusting God Changes the Way You Pursue Your Dream || Krista (Hengesh) Breilh
Krista (Hengesh) Breilh is the Executive Director and Founder of Live Salted, an intergenerational women’s ministry based in Seattle, Washington. Krista shares her infectious enthusiasm for life, unwavering devotion to God, and a remarkable ability to fuse practical wisdom with scriptural truths. Krista is honest about the faith necessary to step into your God-shaped dream, especially when you can’t predict the results (and who can!?)
275 || [Recast] How to Grow in Courage? Take Action Even When You Don’t Feel Brave || Julie Landreth
Get ready to be inspired as we revisit a captivating conversation with Julie Landreth from season five. If you’ve ever found yourself paralyzed by fear while preparing to embrace something significant and new, this is a must-listen. I’m sharing it again because of the vital role Julie played in anchoring me to truth when I was facing significant fear and doubt. This conversation offers fresh insights and a renewed perspective to propel you forward on your journey toward a God-shaped dream.
273 || How to Hold On to God When It Doesn’t Go the Way You Expected || Keagan Hayden
My guest Keagan Hayden shares how she relinquished control and learned to enjoy the journey rather than focusing on the destination. She talks about the challenges of following God’s plan, especially when it doesn't match your expectations, and the difference between working with God versus doing work for Him. Despite the ebbs and flows of her dream, Keagan continues to trust in God's plan and take each day as an adventure.