The Marla Lucas Podcast

Navigating the hard things in life and choosing joy, that's the focus on this episode. Marla speaks of losing her first baby and divorce. Her belief that life wouldn't be THAT hard and then the unexplainable happens. God will fill your heart with strengthening joy as you spend time with Him and trust Him with the hard things. We have decisions to make. Decisions to be strong and courageous, this i...

Who are you allowing to speak into your life? You don't have time or the emotional energy to listen to reality shows demonstrating chaos and a lack of peace. You must protect your heart. You must protect your time. As you hear from God, through His Word, and as He speaks to your heart, He will guide you to Big Goals and Big Wins. We start by mastering the small things. He says as we are faithful i...

Giving it all you've got and then watching God bless your hard work. HUSTLE, the definition, To take massive action with the resources at your disposal. Working hard with everything that is right in front of you. Watching God, supernaturally, bless all that you've committed to Him. Don't miss the opportunity to work hard in this season, it's preparing you for the next one!

Marla shares one of her favorite stories. God asked her to give and the blessing came in the most unexpected way. Get ready, as you walk in obedience, whatever God asks you to give, He will blow your mind with the blessing!

When God says He will give back to you, running over, He's not playing. Marla shares the power of sowing and reaping. God's promises are true. If you need a miracle, sow, in faith, and get ready for a harvest that will blow your mind. God works on the other side of our obedience. God blesses beyond our greatest dreams. It's about to get fun in your life!

This subject was too important to leave, Marla shared a PART 3 on enthusiasm because she's seen firsthand the power it will add to your life. Seeking God for clarity and then GOING FOR IT (whatever He's called you to) with enthusiasm, carefully selecting your support team and trusting God. He will lead you. He will open doors. His timing is perfect. Trust Him in all the things you have no control...

Take control of the biggest enthusiasm-killer...worry. God shows us how to take every thought captive. Take back your life. Marla talks about choosing enthusiasm during your hardest seasons. Everyone wants to follow enthusiasm. No one wants to follow a discouraging leader. Lead well. You have every tool you need to lead with enthusiasm.

Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." Marla shares stories and examples of God's blessing over and over as people led in enthusiasm, trusting God with ALL the things. Give a good report when the whole world is speaking the opposite...watch what happens! Caleb and Joshua show us how its done. They go against the grain, against the other guys and their negat...

Shunamite Strong. What an incredible example of navigating the curve balls of life. Twice, the Shunamite woman was asked how she was, her son was dead. Her response will give you the answer to staying strong and courageous. Her words were directing her life...your words are guiding your life. Your story is about to get GOOD!!!

Strong and courageous out of obedience...not because you're guaranteed everything will be perfect. Your confidence is in the One who called you. Your circumstances do not determine your day. Your decision to keep smiling, keep going, and trust Jesus will keep you strong.

Hope Always Wins Checklist...a prioritized list of the top 10 things Marla does when she needs HOPE. She also shares how Wonder Woman is a big inspiration. Your situation is a WIN-WIN with God. Every time. You cannot lose when you pray, trust, and wait on the Lord. Just wait until you see the other side of that tapestry! (I'll explain.) Walk in the fact that you are an OVERCOMER when Christ lives...

Marla shares a story from a radio listener who was determined to explain why she was "stuck" in her circumstances. It is amazing how hard the enemy will work to keep you a victim. Don't let him win. Marla shares her "Hope-Meter" analogy that will make you smile and WIN your day!

The goal is to walk in joy and peace. Marla shares some of her time-saving tips to keep order in her day. She also encourages vacations and resting. Following God's way is not only more fun, it comes with benefits! Never feel guilty for a day of rest or vacations with your family, you may be, actually, DOUBLING your outcomes. God-math is a beautiful thing.

Marla shares the difference in habits verses routines and how she accomplishes her "Rule of Three" on a daily basis. You will be inspired to dream big and look to elevate your life every 90 days!

God, family, work...managing all the things. God gives clarity so that we have a foundation to make all other decisions. God saved Noah AND his family. Our wisdom and walk with the Lord will help save our families. God loves to lead us on a peaceful path...not perfect but peaceful. You will be encouraged to walk in strength and peace in this episode.

Mark Black said, "Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax." Marla talks about a few facts regarding stress and what God says about it in His Word. She gives a realistic view on bringing order and keeping the right perspective on the challenges of life.

Marla shares crazy statistics regarding a lack of order in the workplace. When clutter was eliminated, people actually liked their jobs more. Keeping your mind clutter-free may mean eliminating events, appointments, obligations in a day. Our calendar alone, can create clutter in our lives if we don't stop and rethink what we are committing to. Always keep your priorities at the top of your mi...

Marla talks about her journey and the reasons she strives to keep order in her spaces. She's not after an award for the cleanest house, she truly loves the space it adds to her life. Order has made room for the more important things, like time with Jesus, time with her kids, vacations, and hobbies. There are BIG reasons for order in your life and she shares some of her personal journey implem...

Marla shares the journey of a few faux pas for the books! Surprised she was ever asked to speak again! Get ready for powerful progress in YOUR life as you hear God continue to open doors, through all of the mistakes and failures, God wasn't done. Your story isn't over...it's about to get AWESOME!

Today's podcast is all about POWERFUL progress! When you keep saying "YES" to God...He will keep moving you forward. It doesn't matter if you missed the mark at some point in your life, God is still working. His plan is going to blow your mind as you say "YES" to the future He has in store for you!

Never forget who the REAL enemy is. Marla shares God's reminder that our battle is not one person in our lives, its the enemy stirring up dissention, anger, bitterness, miscommunication, etc. She reminds us, "Don't you dare let him win! Fight, fight, fight! Not today, satan." (lower case "s")

Marla shares how she and her little sister would end the day when they were young. The true beauty of forgiveness. C.S. Lewis said, "To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable because God has forgiven the inexcusable in you." Praying for you today, for VICTORY, and the COURAGE to forgive and walk in love, free from every weight of unforgiveness.

Take the time to rewrite any story that doesn’t bring you peace. God will help you. Be a vessel for God to show that what satan intended for evil, GOD USED FOR GOOD!

Power Talk: “It didn’t happen TO me, it happened FOR me!” Your version of your story is either weakening you or strengthening you.

Join Marla Lucas in celebrating miracles on the other side of her commitment to church! WOW! Only God could have orchestrated these miraculous encounters!