Strength Dignity Life

We all struggle with friendship at some point but there are some of us that no matter how careful we try to be we tend to find ourselves in toxic friendships. We all struggle with friendship at some point... In this episode of the SDL Podcast we uncover the the truth about toxic friendships and help you begin your journey to more healthy relationships. For this conversation I invited my frien...

Friendship is one of the joys of life. Laughing, crying, sharing experiences together. That's what makes it so special. But no matter how precious that bond can be, it's not immune to difficulty. As women who choose to live biblically, we need to know the best way to honor God with our friendships. In this episode guest Amberly Neese shares her best friendship advice taken from her Book The Belong...

Season 5 is finally here! And it is chalk full of wonderful guests and incredible content! In this episode Apryl gives the line up of guests and topics for this new season. Below is just a glimpse into the topics and guests that will be sharing their wisdom and experience on Friendship, Discipleship and Mentorship Lessons on friendship with Author and Comedian, Amberly Neese. Toxic Friends with Le...

Season 5 of the SDL Podcast is right around the corner with a whole new set of episodes on Discipleship Mentoring Relationships! In this episode Apryl explains: What discipleship looks like in everyday life And what Episodes are coming up in Season 5 Links Mentioned Michael Villero: kuyacreative.com Connect with Apryl: Website : strengthdignitylife.com Instagram: strengthdignitylife Facebook: Stre...

Are you a college or university senior who continually lives in fear of the future? Do you cringe when someone asks you what you will do when you graduate? In this episode of the Strength Dignity Life Podcast guest, Katy McCown shares Biblical encouragement from Proverbs 31:25 to help you laugh without fear of the future. Katy McCown is the president of She Laughs Ministries , a writer for Proverb...

This Episode is the second part in a conversation with Jessica Knight, Executive Director of FIRE Revolution advocacy. In this conversation we discuss: Recruiting Grooming What to watch out for during a girls night out And how to help victims and survivors find freedom Links Mentioned Facebook: Fire Revolution www.thefirerevolution.com    www.intotheinferno.org   YouTube: Fire Revol...

How do you know if you or a friend is about to be sex trafficked? In this episode of the Strength Dignity Life podcast my guest Executive Director of F.I.R.E. Revolution, Jessica Knight have an eye opening conversation about human trafficking here in our own backyard. In this conversation we discuss: Domestic human trafficking What is considered legal and illegal regarding the activities of Pimps...

Do you desire a vibrant relationship with the Bible but find yourself succumbing to distraction and time limits? Have you tried different methods and you still can't stay consistent? in this episode, Author, Speaker and Bible Connector, Barb Roose shares her "Practical Help to Ignite Bible Reading". In this conversation we discuss: Combatting guilt of inconsistent Bible reading How much time shoul...

If you are someone who struggles every year to find the perfect outfit for Christmas parties then this episode is for you! In this episode I share practical advice to help you get through your last minute outfit shopping trip as well as information on small changes you can make to elevate the clothes you already own! Links mentioned in this episode: Season 3 Episode 13 - Unlocking Your Personal St...

In this conversation we discuss: The first examples of family dysfunction in the Bible What to do when your family reminds you how you screwed up, again. What to do when you are asked why you are still not married How to respond to family members that are hurtful How to draw healthy boundaries with family And how to navigate guilt trips with love Follow My Homegirl Laurie Davies at: Website: lauri...

Every family has some sort of dysfunction. An estranged father, alcoholic uncles, divorced family, and angry relatives. And one thing you can count on this time of year is the holidays ability to bring out the dysfunction in families! So in this episode of my Surviving the Holidays series I invited good friend and author Laurie Davies to share her wisdom, taken from an article she wrote entit...

Girl we are back with part 2 in our episode on trust issues. listen as Lenny drops wisdom on things like: How violence and sexual assault affects trust How dating and marriage relationships suffer from lack of trust  My testimony of trusting my husband through his struggle with porn. The healing process Links: directivecounseling.com Connect with Me: Website : strengthdignitylife.com Ins...

One of the most common struggles among the Fatherless are trust Issues. And after years of trauma it can seem impossible to ever trust again. I know because that is my story. Shortly after marriage I became aware of my struggle and as a result I found freedom. It’s because of the freedom I received that I decided to do this episode. I figure it’s only fair that I share this with you so that you ca...

Do the temptations of college life, peer pressure and FOMO have you compromising your faith? In this last episode of the College Survival Series my guest Alyssa D. Gordon shares her story of going from Hoochie Mama to Saved Sanctified Daughter of the King! in this conversation we talk about: The difficulty of leaving a sexually active life. Dealing with rejection And the idea that church folk are...

Are You looking for a church to attend? Are you confused about whether or not the church you are researching is Bible believing? In this episode of the Strength Dignity Life Podcast guest Chris Nunn, a Pastor at Christ Community Church in El Centro, California will answer this question and more. In this conversation we discuss: Things to consider before you head off to college as pertains to churc...

In this second episode of "Lessons From a Reluctant Coffee Shop Owner" guest Jasmine McGinnis picks back in her story after the tragic death of her sister. In this episode she shares: Valuable life lessons Things to consider before start-up Practical advice for starting your coffee business Connect with Jasmin: Instagram: baristasdailygrind , cupofcoa Website: cupofcoa.com Connect with your girl A...

Have you ever dreamt of opening your own coffee shop? The thrill of being your own boss, providing a place where people can hang out, enjoy conversation, and all the while making it rain. That’s the life! In this episode of the College Survival Series Guest Jasmin McGinnis owner and operator of Barista's Daily Grind shares her life with us and what it takes to live that dream. Connect with Araceli...

In this second episode of "When Life Happens and Dreams Don't Come True" guest Araceli Godoy shares her open and honest struggles with doing ministry alone without a husband to share things with. And the spiritual insights she has learned from wrestling through singleness and understanding what it is to serve God wholeheartedly. Connect with Araceli: Instagram: not.youraveragechurchgirl Podcast: N...

Imagine, growing up, planning out your whole life, what college you're gonna attend, what kind of man you're gonna marry, how many kids you're gonna have, where you'll live and the dream job that you are created to do. Years of plan. Then without warning, due to circumstances out of your control, those plans change. And that dream job that you are convinced God created you for is nothing more than...

The last two episodes in this College Survival Series was on Money this episode follows up with one of my favorite ways to steward Gods money... thrifting! Listen as I share my secrets and best practices to help you thrift store shop like a pro! In this episode I share: How to prepare for your shopping trip Things to keep in mind when deciding on an item Tips and tricks to make shopping easier And...

This episode picks up where we left off in the last segment of Real Money Talk with guest DeAnna VandenHam. In this episode of our College Survival Series we will cover: Buy now pay later programs How to handle unforeseen car repairs And where to begin when establishing a spending plan Links Mentioned: Crown Budget Calculators Mint Financial Peace University If you are interested in joining email...

 To the girl in college regularly calling home, asking mama to Venmo you 20 more bucks for gas and crispy cream, this episode is for you! In this episode of Real Money talk DeAnna VandenHam is my guest to answer: God's view of money versus the culture Answers to student loans and Do I need a credit card to establish credit Connect with Me: Instagram : strengthdignitylife Facebook : Stren...

This episode picks back up in the conversation with Alex Vazquez and myself on "from Christian to atheist for the sake of the grade". In this segment Alex shares advice she would give to her younger self . She gives thought provoking questions as well as answers for things like: Does God exist? Did Jesus exist? Is the Bible or scripture true? And how to answer a hostile Atheist professors In this...

Imagine being raised in a Christian family from kids church to youth group but now you find yourself sitting in a large auditorium, freshman year, and at the front of the room a professor, who as far as you are concerned is the smartest guy you know. He opens his lecture with the statement "there is no such thing as God". And for the first time in your life doubt enters your mind and you begin to...

In this last episode of the College Survival series with guests Ali Lo Piccolo & Avery Ratzlaff these girls get real on the topics: Boyfriends and boundaries Homesickness The need for community And prioritizing God Chica, if this series has encouraged you please share it with your friends and don't forget to tag strengthdignitylife if you share on social media. Connect with Me: Website : stren...