Elevate the Day®

Today, Karen and I are talking about what it means to really know God. Specifically, we discuss: Christianity is not a religion, but rather a relationship. Being a member of God's family has privileges. A relationship with God through His Son Jesus is based on trust. "So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." (Romans 10:17 NKJV) For more great episodes, visit elevatetheday.c...

Today, Karen and I are talking about what it means to really know God. Specifically, we discuss: Christianity is not a religion, but rather a relationship. Being a member of God's family has privileges. A relationship with God through His Son Jesus is based on trust. "So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." (Romans 10:17 NKJV) Click here to watch on YouTube

Karen and I are excited to welcome Julie Beemer of Club 1040 back to the show! In today’s episode, Julie talks about her children’s books that teach kids about what it’s like to be a missionary. Tune in to learn: Why it is important to teach our children about missionary work. How the main characters, Matt & Lizzie are changing lives around the world. What we can do to help our children grow i...

Karen and I are excited to welcome Julie Beemer of Club 1040 back to the show! In today's episode, Julie talks about her children's books that teach kids about what it's like to be a missionary. Tune in to learn: Why it is important to teach our children about missionary work. How the main characters, Matt & Lizzie are changing lives around the world. What we can do to help our children grow i...

Today, Karen and I are talking about how to stay focused on the purpose and plan of your life. Specifically, we discuss: How to keep your eyes on the destination, not your circumstances. How to stand on God's Word in all you do.  What to do when the storms of life come against you. “...while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things whic...

Today, Karen and I welcome Rev. Artie Kassimis of Word Alive Church in Norwalk, Connecticut to the show! Rev. Kassimis shares the details of his recent mission trip to Egypt, including the reactions to his teaching of end times. Be sure to tune in and hear more about: The history and role of Egypt on Christianity, including the protection of baby Jesus. How believers today are contending for the f...

Today, Karen and I are talking about how to accept correction graciously. Specifically, we are talking about: Correction builds our character so we can be more like Jesus. Our walk with God must be filled with humility and a desire to improve. It may be painful, but godly correction is necessary "All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correct...

Today, Karen and I are excited to welcome Julie Beemer of Club 1040 to the show! Julie and her husband Matt travel to the far reaches of the world to share the Gospel. Tune in to learn more about what this amazing missionary organization is doing and how you can help! Citizens of the Middle East and North Africa are receiving supernatural healing and revelation. Their hunger for God is causing the...

Today, Karen and I are talking about how to avoid burnout and learn to cast our cares on Jesus. Specifically, we discuss: Why we must find time to rest each day. How to listen to God's promptings and plan. What well-rested people do better. “Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk w...

Today, Karen and I are excited to welcome Marla Lucas to the show to talk about hope! Tune in to learn: Why hope is our responsibility to ourselves, others, and to the Lord. How to turn your life around by being hopeful each day. How to stand on God's Word when you are facing a challenge. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." (Philippians 4:13 NKJV) Click here to watch on Y...

Today, Karen and I are talking about how to take possession of the blessings Jesus died for you to have. Specifically, we discuss: How to learn what God's promises are by reading His Word every day. What we need to do to take our place along with Jesus on God's throne as co-heirs. Take possession of God's blessings by speaking God's Word about them. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord...

Today, Karen and I are talking about how to discover God's plan for your life and why we must seek Him first to find it out. Specifically, we discuss: God is not hiding His plan from you, but for you! God's Word is His will for you - read it every day! God speaks to you from His Word and through the Holy Spirit. "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peac...

Today, Karen and I excited to welcome Rev. Jim Hammond to the show where he shares his insights about the book of Revelation. Tune in to learn about: Why we need to read the book of Revelation, especially the first four chapters. What we as believers and churches need to be focused on in these last days. How God is showing us His love by preparing us for Jesus return. "Look, he is coming with the...

Today, Karen and I are talking about how to put God first so that our steps are ordered and our day is blessed. Tune in to learn about: How spending time with God each day will help us manage our time. When we make God a priority, supernatural blessings occur. God will help you work smarter, not harder. "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added t...

Today, Karen and I are talking about how the vision for the Elevate the Day Devotional came to be as well as some of the challenges we overcame in the launch of the book. Tune in to learn about: How the Elevate the Day Devotional project got started. What we did to overcome the challenges during the process. Why it's so important to work with godly people on God's plans. "The steps of a good man a...

Today, Karen and I are talking about how to stand strong in your faith when the storms of life come your way. Join us to learn more about: God's grace to get you through challenging times. Why fear and faith cannot coexist. How to resist falling prey to circumstances "Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not i...

Today, Karen and I are talking about how to receive the finished work of Jesus and walk in God's love! Join us as we discuss the following: Receive the gift of God's love. You don't have to earn or work for God's love. Rest in the finished work of Jesus Christ. Click here to watch on YouTube! “...for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified freely by His grace through th...

Today, Karen and I are discussing the importance of having a grateful heart. Join us as we discuss the following: Gratitude opens the doors to God's blessings. Jesus expressed thanks continuously. Before we pray, give thanks. “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him." (Colossians 3:17 NKJV). Click here to watch on YouTu...

Today, Karen and I are discussing the significance and meaning of James 2:17 - "faith without works is dead." Join us as we discuss the following: Our salvation is not earned by our works, but by the grace of God. We show our faith by our actions. If we believe God's Word, we must act as if it were true (because it is!) "Thus also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead" (James 2:17 NK...

Jennifer and Karen are excited to welcome Court Rogers of Single Mama Thriving. In today's show, Court shares the challenges of single motherhood and what she is doing to help this community thrive. You don’t want to miss it! Tune in to learn: How to overcome the challenges of single motherhood. Why faith and community are key to a balanced life. What Single Mama Thriving is doing to help. “...not...

Jennifer and Karen are excited to welcome Dr. Larry Hutton of Larry Hutton Ministries. Larry shares the amazing story of God speaking to him and how these words shaped his ministry and his life. You don’t want to miss it! Tune in to learn: The power of God's Word to live a stable life. How to take thoughts captive so you can have a good day every day! How to be a doer of the Word and be blessed on...

Today, Karen and I are discussing what to do and how to be victorious when you are feeling overwhelmed. Tune in to learn: How to build a spiritual toolbox. Why speaking God's Word is your best defense when you are overwhelmed. What one word you can speak in case of emergency. "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known t...

Today, Karen and I are discussing how to be more courageous in life as we face various trials or step out into new seasons. Tune in to learn: How God strengthened the heroes of the faith with courage. Why God wants us to "be of good courage." What to do when we need to be courageous. "Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!" (Psalm 27:14...

Jennifer and Karen are excited to welcome Philip Renner of Philip Renner Ministries. Philip shares what the Lord has put on his heart and why immediate obedience is a must! You don’t want to miss it! Tune in to learn: How Philip is using worship and evangelism to revive cities. How to discern a word from the Lord vs. your emotions. Putting God in the center of the city transforms the people. "But...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing how to get through the storms of life by declaring God's promises and casting our cares on Him. Tune in to learn more about: Why we must walk by faith and not by sight. How to take hold of God's promises to never leave you nor forsake you. What to do to avoid "camping out" in our storms. "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with t...