Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.  If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it! —----This week on That’s Why We’re Friends…In this episode, we continue our conversation around biblical femininity by looking at the life and strength of Mary, the mother of Jesus.When we think about strength, we often picture confidence, power, or certainty. But Mary’s story shows us something different. Her strength was found in surrender, trust, prayer, and a willingness to say “yes” to God even when she didn’t fully understand what He was asking of her.We talk about what it means to keep our eyes fixed on God for our strength, the sacrifice that can come with walking closely with Him, and the sacred moments that happen when we choose obedience over comfort. Mary reminds us that God is not looking for perfection; He’s looking for willing hearts that trust His character enough to follow Him.This episode is an encouragement for anyone who feels unqualified, uncertain, or stretched thin. God doesn’t ask us to come to Him already perfected. He simply asks us to walk with Him as He sanctifies and strengthens us along the way.—-------To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebiesRemember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on!Find us on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/OR at https://thatswhywerefriends.com/And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends*Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.  If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it! —----This week on That’s Why We’re Friends…In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Joy from Sparrow Collective to talk about faith, freedom, obedience, and what happens when we simply give God our “yes.”Rachel shares the story behind the ministry God built through her - a beautiful testimony of how He can take ordinary obedience and create something far beyond what we could imagine. Together, we talk about walking by faith even when things feel uncertain, trusting God with the dreams He places in our hearts, and learning to hear His voice in the middle of life’s chaos.This conversation is a reminder that God is present in the small things, that Godly community matters deeply, and that being faithful is far more important than having everything figured out. When we’ve experienced the freedom of Jesus for ourselves, it naturally becomes our desire to see others walk in that same freedom too.If you’ve been holding back, waiting to feel “ready,” this episode will encourage you to trust that God can do anything with a surrendered heart.Get in touch with Rachel:On the gram: @rachelrjoy @_sparrowcollective https://www.sparrowcollective.org/—-------To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebiesRemember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on!Find us on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/OR at https://thatswhywerefriends.com/And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends*Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.  If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it! —----This week on That’s Why We’re Friends…In this episode, we begin our conversation on the Proverbs 31 woman and what biblical femininity really looks like.For many women, this passage has felt overwhelming - like a list of expectations to live up to. But what if it was never meant to be that?We explore how the life of the Proverbs 31 woman isn’t about perfection or performance, but about a life lived faithfully over time. A life marked by serving others, honoring God, and stewarding what He’s given us.As we walk with the Lord, the fruit of the Spirit becomes evident - not through striving, but through abiding. And the longer we walk with Him, the more our trust grows, and our identity becomes secure.This conversation is an invitation to release pressure, embrace purpose, and see strength through a biblical lens.----To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebiesRemember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on!Find us on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/OR at https://thatswhywerefriends.com/And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends*Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.  If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it! —----This week on That’s Why We’re Friends…What we behold is what we become, and that changes everything about how we approach our faith. In this episode, we talk about why transformation isn’t about trying harder or fixing our behavior, but about becoming so captivated by Jesus that change happens naturally. We unpack how everything else we look to for identity or stability eventually feels shaky and uncertain, because the world is constantly shifting the target. But Jesus is different…He is steady, unchanging, and a firm foundation we can build our lives on. If you’ve been striving to become “better” or feeling worn out trying to keep up, this conversation will re-center you on the One who actually transforms you from the inside out.—-------Want 30% off first order + up to $60 free gift at Thrive Market? Use this link:https://shop.thrivemarket.com/carapriceGet all the CLEAN MONDAY seasonings, protein powders & Gluten Free Ramen Kits here:https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950Cara's Favorite is the dairy free Ranch Seasoning Mix & Sara's Favorite is the Ramen Noodles!—-------Things we mentioned in this episode: To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebiesRemember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on!Find us on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/OR at https://thatswhywerefriends.com/And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends*Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.  If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it! —----This week on That’s Why We’re Friends…In this episode, we’re joined by Taylor Cole, online campus pastor at Valley Creek Church, who shares how a hard season in her life reshaped the way she sees God. With a background in TV production and communications, Taylor brings a unique perspective to what it means to truly behold Jesus, not just as a concept, but as a lived, daily experience. We talk about how slowing down and noticing God in everyday moments allows His words and ways to take root in our hearts and overflow into how we live. Taylor shares how gratitude and curiosity led her to become fascinated with God again, why beholding is so much bigger than worship alone, and how creating margin for “holy interruptions” can open our eyes to Him in ways we might otherwise miss. This conversation is an invitation to step out of a formula and into a fuller experience of who God is.Follow / get in touch with Taylor: Social Media Insta: @TravelwithTLCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorlcole/Websites    TVwithTLC.com ValleyCreek.org/Online—-------Want 30% off first order + up to $60 free gift at Thrive Market? Use this link:https://shop.thrivemarket.com/carapriceGet all the CLEAN MONDAY seasonings, protein powders & Gluten Free Ramen Kits here:https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950Cara's Favorite is the dairy-free Ranch Seasoning Mix & Sara's Favorite is the Ramen Noodles!—-------Things we mentioned in this episode: To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebiesRemember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on!Find us on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/OR at https://thatswhywerefriends.com/And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends*Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.  If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it! —----This week on That’s Why We’re Friends…Jesus doesn’t just show us the ways of God, He embodies them. In this episode, we talk about the invitation He gives us in Matthew 11:28, to come to Him when we are weary and find real rest. We unpack what it means that Jesus is gentle and humble in heart, how His authority is not harsh but deeply comforting, and why we so easily lose sight of Him even when we know He’s with us. If you’ve been carrying more than you were meant to or feeling spiritually tired, this conversation is a reminder that Jesus isn’t asking more from you—He’s inviting you to come closer and let Him carry you.—-------Want 30% off first order + up to $60 free gift at Thrive Market? Use this link:https://shop.thrivemarket.com/carapriceGet all the CLEAN MONDAY seasonings, protein powders & Gluten Free Ramen Kits here:https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950Cara's Favorite is the dairy free Ranch Seasoning Mix & Sara's Favorite is the Ramen Noodles!—-------Things we mentioned in this episode: To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebiesRemember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on!Find us on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/OR at https://thatswhywerefriends.com/And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends*Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.  If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it! —----This week on That’s Why We’re Friends…After a month of talking about spiritual disciplines, we’re stepping into something deeper: what it actually means to behold Jesus. Because when we truly see Him, everything changes. In this episode, we talk about how beholding Jesus creates awe and wonder, anchors our next steps, and reminds us that He is not distant or unreachable…He came to us. We unpack what it looks like to recognize His presence in the everyday moments of our lives, not just the big, obvious ones, and how slowing down allows our spiritual eyes and ears to open. If you’ve been striving, searching, or feeling unsure of what’s next, this conversation is an invitation to simply look at Him again.—-------Want 30% off first order + up to $60 free gift at Thrive Market? Use this link:https://shop.thrivemarket.com/carapriceGet all the CLEAN MONDAY seasonings, protein powders & Gluten Free Ramen Kits here:https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950Cara's Favorite is the dairy-free Ranch Seasoning Mix & Sara's Favorite is the Ramen Noodles!—-------Things we mentioned in this episode: To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebiesRemember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on!Find us on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/OR at https://thatswhywerefriends.com/And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends*Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends.The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.   If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it! This week on That’s Why We’re Friends… In this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends, we’re joined by Rachel Moreno, who has been leading worship for over 20 years, to talk about what worship really is. Is it just music? Is it just Sunday mornings? Or is it something much deeper? We unpack how worship is ultimately submission - a posture of the heart that says, “God, You are worthy.” Every Christian is invited into worship, whether or not music feels natural or emotional to you. We talk about how God calls us to worship Him with our whole life - our obedience, our surrender, our daily choices - and how music is a beautiful gift that can deepen that expression. If you’ve ever felt like worship just isn’t “your thing,” this conversation will remind you: you don’t have to be a music lover to be a worshipper. To listen to messages from Valley Creek Church on Spiritual Disciplines, follow this link: https://valleycreek.plus/search?text=a%20different%20way —------- Want 30% off first order + up to $60 free gift at Thrive Market? Use this link: https://shop.thrivemarket.com/caraprice Get all the CLEAN MONDAY seasonings, protein powders & Gluten Free Ramen Kits here:https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950 —------- To get all the freebies we offer, head to our website: https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies Remember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on! Find us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/ OR at  https://thatswhywerefriends.com/ And watch our episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends *Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends.The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.   If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it! This week on That’s Why We’re Friends… In this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends, we talk about Scripture and Meditation & why reading the Bible isn’t meant to be dry, confusing, or intimidating. God’s Word is living & active, and the Holy Spirit reveals truth when we slow down, ask questions, and seek Him. We talk about how there are seasons in our walk with God, how discovering new things in Scripture can actually be fun, and how the Bible becomes a steady foundation when everything else feels shaky. Scripture isn’t just information - it’s transformation. It guides us, anchors us, and equips us with truth against anything the enemy tries to bring against us. This conversation will remind you that the Word of God is not just something we read… it’s something we stand on. To listen to messages from Valley Creek Church on Spiritual Disciplines, follow this link: https://valleycreek.plus/search?text=a%20different%20way —------- Want 30% off first order + up to $60 free gift at Thrive Market? Use this link: https://shop.thrivemarket.com/caraprice Get all the CLEAN MONDAY seasonings, protein powders & Gluten Free Ramen Kits here:https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950 —------- To get all the freebies we offer, head to our website: https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies Remember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on! Find us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/ OR at  https://thatswhywerefriends.com/ And watch our episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends *Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends.The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.   If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it!   This week on That’s Why We’re Friends… In this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends, we’re joined by Jill Miller from Teacher Be Still to talk about the spiritual discipline of silence and solitude. In a world filled with constant notifications, noise, and distraction, what does it actually look like to pull away like Jesus did? We talk about quieting both the external noise around us and the internal noise within us. Sometimes it’s as simple - and as hard - as putting our phones down. Silence and solitude aren’t about isolation; they’re about training our hearts and minds to hear the voice of God. Because often, He is speaking, but we can’t hear Him when everything else is loud. This practice builds on every other spiritual discipline and reminds us that intimacy with God grows in stillness.Connect with our guest today, Jill Miller from Teacher Be Still. Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacherbestill/?hl=en Or her website: https://teacherbestill.com/ TO GET THE FREE DEVOTIONAL JILL MENTIONED, CHECK THE RESOURCES TAB ------- To listen to messages from Valley Creek Church on Spiritual Disciplines, follow this link: https://valleycreek.plus/search?text=a%20different%20way —------- Want 30% off first order + up to $60 free gift at Thrive Market? Use this link: https://shop.thrivemarket.com/caraprice Get all the CLEAN MONDAY seasonings, protein powders & Gluten Free Ramen Kits here:https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950 —------- To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link: https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies Remember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on! Find us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/ OR at  https://thatswhywerefriends.com/ And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends *Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.