Generations at the Table

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about navigating a wilderness season–embracing the preparation and safeguarding against temptations. We cannot let suffering define us. The wilderness is a holy place to pass through but it’s not our destination. In the wilderness, God calls His people closer, refining us for our next assignment. Megann encourages the listener t...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about performance based identity (motivated by fear) versus identity rooted in God’s love. It is dangerous to define ourselves by titles, relationships, accomplishments or failures. We need to be introspective about what we're believing about our identity and take every thought captive. Megann encourages the listener to break fr...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino is joined by her friend Selah to talk about the provision of sabbath. In our culture, it’s easy to be ruled by a busyness mindset that leaves us tired, burned out and chasing accomplishment to fill our emptiness. We weren’t made to live like this–and there is a better way. Selah shares how through keeping shabbat with her family she’s...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino sits down with her sister-in-law Hillary to talk about saying yes to God amid fear and unknowns. That can look like many things, but for Hillary it was an unexpected move to Israel with her visionary husband and the birthing of The Beautiful Land Initiative– an organization dedicated to beautifying the land of Israel and comforting he...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino sits down with her parents for a powerful discussion on spiritual pioneering. Being the first in your family to initiate positive changes is a holy responsibility that comes with blessings and burdens. It can feel isolating. But just as Abraham went out without knowing where He was going (Hebrews 11:8), spiritual pioneers fully surren...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about the blessing of celebrating the appointed time of Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles). Keeping God’s appointed times is not legalism or obligation, it’s an act of covenant-relationship. Sukkot is God’s call to His people to spend time with Him and reflect on His provision and faithfulness. Megann unpacks the beautiful symbolism...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about the power of forgiveness, specifically as we head into a season of introspection and renewal in the Fall Feasts. To experience the freedom of forgiveness, we must face the roots of our unforgiveness. These roots are often in unmet expectations, betrayal and deep woundedness. There is incredible empowerment and personal fre...

In this episode of Generations and the Table , Megann Marcellino shares the blessing of participating in God’s appointed times as a family. These annual rhythms are set for a reason, meant to be passed down for generations. As we embrace God's calendar, we begin to discern the times and seasons and see the spiritual opportunities that greet us each day. Megann unpacks the significance of Rosh Hash...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about what it looks like to walk with God into a fresh start. There are so many ways fresh starts can come into our lives, whether new teachers or schools for our children, starting a new career, a big move or welcoming a new baby. Transition and change can be painful, hopeful and disorienting all at once. But in the midst of al...

In this episode of Generations and the Table , Megann Marcellino shares how we can get stuck in our fear of unknowns and never step out into our calling. We become prisoners of perfectionism, always waiting for everything to be ideal, and never taking those baby steps of obedience. But God isn’t looking for perfection, He’s looking for willingness. He’s looking for surrendered hearts. Megann encou...

In this episode of Generations and the Table , Megann Marcellino shares three ways you can miss God’s best for your life. There's a noteworthy distinction between the permissible will of God and the perfect will of God. We can shift away from God's perfect will through impatience, partial obedience, and choosing understanding over faith. Megann shares insights and practical ways to re-align with G...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about clinging to God’s promises in the face of discouragement and delay. It’s often in the moments where we feel like giving up, that we’re at the brink of our breakthrough. There is power in pressing in despite what we see. There is freedom in laying aside what others think. There is healing found as we press into Jesus. Megan...

In this episode of Generations at the Table, Megann Marcellino is joined by Shannon Kegerries to talk about StoryBrand, a marketing framework with principles that apply to all areas of life. The concept of asking, “Where do you want to land the plane?” is to ask, “What is the end goal? Where are you going?” We’re each living in a story authored by our Heavenly Father and He has a glorious destiny...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about embracing God’s perspective on challenges. What we see is often rooted in how we feel– but our feelings are not always reliable, and good and hard are not mutually exclusive. We must be rooted in God’s Word, not our circumstances, so we can be strengthened to contend for God’s promises, even in the face of giants. Megann s...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about the consequence of giving God your “no”. Rejecting God’s plan impacts families, communities, churches–sometimes even generationally. In this world we’re often battle-weary and it can be hard to show up and contend for our calling, it can be tempting to give up on God’s instruction. It’s in these moments that we must press...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino discusses transitions and how to navigate them well. Transitions can be painful, hopeful, exciting and scary. No matter the context, they are opportunities for greatness and growth. Megann encourages the listener to lean into faith amid the unknowns, navigating transition with grace and favor.

In this episode of Generations at the Table, Megann Marcellino talks about embracing the biblical wisdom needed to live a fulfilling life. By looking at some of the top regrets of the dying, we're given perspective and reminded of humanity's deepest needs and longings. Megann unpacks each regret, sharing insights into choices that lead back to the path of life. Jesus came that we might have life a...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about making hard decisions versus taking the easy way out. Whether our indecisiveness is rooted in fear or apathy, there is a cost to being passive . Megann encourages listeners to unlock their Kingdom destiny by embracing the hard choices it takes to get there. By clinging to Jesus and surrendering double-mindedness, we can be...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about family legacy and the power of generational lessons. Just like negative traits and strongholds can be passed through family lines, so can wisdom, strength and powerful legacy. It’s important to consider: What lessons have you been entrusted with and what lessons are you passing on to the next generation? Megann reflects ba...

In this episode of Generations at the Table, Megann Marcellino talks about disappointments with people and unmet expectations. It’s vital to remember when facing disappointments with family, friends, church members or business relationships that God did not fail you, humanity did. In a fallen world, disappointments are a painful part of life and people often poorly reflect our Creator. This is why...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about moments when God’s answer is “no”. Facing unmet expectations and disappointments are painful, but we must choose to embrace God’s “no” or “not yet” as a path towards growth. We cannot buy into the lie that God is rejecting us, because He’s not. With our limited perspective we often can’t see what we’re potentially being pr...

In this episode of Generations at the Table, Megann Marcellino talks about seeking wholeness and holistic living. We often compartmentalize our lives and forget how interconnected we are, mind, body, and spirit. Transformation comes when we approach our problems holistically. Megann encourages listeners to identify an area of their lives to address in this way–unlocking deeper layers of healing an...

In this episode of Generations at the Table, Megann Marcellino talks about big leaps of faith and the daily grind it takes to get there. It can be exhilarating to take the leap, but exhausting to walk out the journey. Faith is connected to obedience, our willingness to earnestly seek God in all things. As we seek Him, we are not moved by circumstances or doubt because we are embracing a lifestyle...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about facing failure. Failure does not reflect your identity, who you are, or what you’re capable of. It reflects a needed change, showing you the ways that don’t work so you can discover the ways that do. God wastes nothing, not even our mistakes. By surrendering fixed mindsets regarding failure and embracing a mindset of growt...

In this episode of Generations at the Table , Megann Marcellino talks about letting go of past mistakes and regrets. The past is meant to be learned from, not held onto. Forgiving ourselves and those who have hurt us is key to opening pathways of hope in our minds for our future. This is not an easy process but over time it does get easier as we foster a lifestyle of forgiveness. A s we hand over...