Abundant Living Podcast with Tracie S. Burns

Have you ever looked back on your past and wondered if God could still bring redemption and restoration after all you’ve done or been through? Maybe your story feels too broken, too messy, or too far gone. What if those very chapters you’d rather forget are the ones God wants to use to display His mercy and grace? In this episode, Tracie is joined by Cindy Healy as they continue the season theme “...

Have you ever felt like your place in God’s work doesn’t fit the mold? Maybe your role looks different from what others expect, or the path you’re walking feels anything but typical. In those moments, it can be tempting to step back or give up—but what if God’s greatest blessings come when you refuse to quit and stay faithful right where He’s placed you, even when it looks unconventional? In this...

Have you ever wondered how much impact one obedient life can truly make? In a world filled with noise, compromise, and constant pressure to conform, it can be easy to overlook the quiet strength that comes from seeking and following godly counsel. What if your greatest influence begins not with bold action, but with humble obedience? In this episode, Tracie and Abigail continue the season theme “C...

Do you ever wonder if your influence really matters? It’s easy to think that change only happens through people with power, position, or a platform, but what if God wants to use your daily interactions, relationships, and choices as part of His bigger plan—right where you are? In this episode, Tracie and Abigail continue the season theme “Cast Down Your Bucket Where You Are” by looking at the earl...

Do you ever feel surrounded by obstacles that make obedience to God seem impossible? Maybe every step forward brings another setback, or the calling on your life feels too hard where you are. What if those exact challenges are the tools God is using to grow your faith? In this episode, Tracie and Abigail continue the theme of Season 10, Cast Down Your Bucket Where You Are , by reflecting on the li...

Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a season that’s holding you back? Maybe you wonder if your current circumstances, stage of life, or lack of age or experience are too small for God to use in any meaningful way. What if the very place you’re standing right now is exactly where God wants to work through you? In this episode, Tracie and Abigail introduce the theme Cast Down Your Bucket Where You...

Europe, laughter, and a call to action—this Season 10 premiere episode might surprise you. What happens when a celebratory trip turns into a spiritual wake-up call? In this season 10 kickoff, Tracie shares hilarious moments and unforgettable stories from her trip across Europe—while Abigail keeps the conversation lively with her trademark humor and thoughtful questions. Together, they uncover a su...

Do you ever feel like your gifts are too small to matter? Have you told yourself, “Someone else could do it better”? Are you waiting for a big opportunity, while quietly ignoring the small ones God keeps putting in front of you? In this inspiring episode, Tracie and Abigail discuss the life of May Whittle Moody—a gifted musician, faithful servant, and woman who quietly said “yes” to the Lord again...

Do you wish you had more friends—or just one true, loyal friend? Have you ever wondered if something about you is holding people back from getting close? Are you trying to build meaningful friendships, but no matter what you do, it just never seems to click? In this episode, Tracie sits down with Cindy Healy who shares how the Bible gives clear, practical principles for forming strong, Christ-cent...

What’s your spirit like when no one’s watching? Have you let bitterness take root, or do you strive to keep a soft heart before the Lord? Are you guarding your attitude and demeanor—or just going through the motions of the Christian life? The truth is, what’s happening in our hearts matters just as much as what’s happening in our actions. In this episode from the 2025 North Florida Baptist Ladies...

Does prayer really change things—even from a bed no one visits, in a town no one knows? Can one unseen woman truly alter the course of a preacher’s ministry across the ocean? We often underestimate the reach of a praying heart. But what if the most powerful revivals didn’t start in pulpits—but in prayer closets? What if the greatest spiritual movements were sparked by the faith of someone the worl...

What does it mean to serve God when no one else joins you? In seasons of loneliness, unanswered prayers, or quiet obedience, it can feel like your faithfulness is unnoticed. But what if your steadfast devotion is laying a foundation for something far greater—something eternal? This episode features an inspiring session from the 2025 North Florida Baptist Ladies Conference, where Abigail Medford br...

What could God do with your words—your simple offering—if you gave them fully to Him? Can your quiet acts of obedience echo long after you’re gone? We often think impact requires a platform, a name, or a following. But what if God is writing a story through your life that you won’t fully see until eternity? Faithfulness doesn’t always get noticed here on earth, but in God’s hands, it can ripple ac...

What is your "higher ground?" Are you pressing forward or settling for what's comfortable? God’s work deserves more than mediocrity—it demands sacrifice, faith, and a willingness to serve even when no one notices. So ask yourself: how far are you willing to go for the cause of Christ? In Part 2 of Emma Revell Moody’s story, Tracie and Abigail explore how Emma faithfully supported her...

Have you ever wondered who stood beside the great evangelist D. L. Moody as he shook the world for Christ? Who was the young woman who captured his heart and helped carry his burden for souls? What kind of strength and faith would it take for a wife and mother to face down one of the most devastating fires in American history, with her children’s lives hanging in the balance? In this episode, Trac...

When God allows loss in your life, how do you respond? Do you wrestle with disappointment, question His plan, or struggle to see His goodness through the grief? Disappointment has a way of shaking our faith—but what if within that heartache, there’s hidden goodness that only God can reveal? This episode features a powerful session from the 2025 North Florida Baptist Ladies Conference , where Kryst...

While many have heard of D. L. Moody—the world-famous evangelist who shook two continents for Christ—few know the story of the woman who shaped him behind the scenes: his mother, Betsy Moody. In this episode, Tracie and Abigail explore the remarkable life of a mother who quietly built a legacy of faith. Left a widow with nine young children, Betsy faced hardship and poverty, yet never lost her joy...

What does prayer really mean to you? Do you believe in it enough to take bold steps to grow your prayer life in a way that truly gets God’s attention? What if your greatest impact for Christ wasn’t through a pulpit or a platform, but through private, persistent, personal prayer? In this episode, Tracie interviews Joy Wruck, a woman whose life is marked by the power of intercession. Joy shares how...

In the work of God, it is so easy to see what we are doing as "good" and "acceptable" and to be content with it, especially if we are comparing our work to those around us. However, what if we instead asked ourselves, "Even if it's good, what COULD I be doing that I'm not? How do I level up what I'm doing for God right now?" In this episode, Tracie is join...

***Listen to Episode #125 FIRST for Part 1!*** While many have heard of the famous missionaries Adoniram and Ann Judson (in fact, we just had two episodes on them), few know the names of those who came to Burma after them to continue what is arguably one of the greatest Baptist mission works of all time. The missionaries who followed gave just as much of themselves to ensure the Gospel was heard b...

While many have heard of the famous missionaries Adoniram and Ann Judson (in fact, we just had two episodes on them), few know the names of those who came to Burma after them to continue what is arguably one of the greatest Baptist mission works of all time. The missionaries who followed gave just as much of themselves to ensure the Gospel was heard by every Burman possible. In this episode, Traci...

"Help! I'm in charge!" Whether in ministry, a secular job, volunteer work, or even at home, we all find ourselves in positions where others look to us for reliable guidance. How can we be good leaders—especially in difficult or complicated situations—while still getting the job done efficiently and with quality results? In this episode, Tracie is joined by Cindy Healy, whose busy min...

All of us have at one time or another found ourselves in the midst of a crisis, feeling overwhelmed and lost, like David so often did in the book of Psalms. Even he asked God to renew a right spirit within him; he knew he needed God's help to keep the right attitude in the trials. Maintaining a right spirit isn't just about surviving; it's about thriving, even in the midst of life'...

***Listen to Episode #121 for Part 1!*** Just six years into their mission work in Burma, Marilla Ingalls’ husband died and left her with a choice. Should she stay and continue the work? Should she return to the states instead of putting her life at risk in an unsettled, wild land with no man to protect her? In this episode, Tracie and Abigail discuss the ministry of Marilla Ingalls, missionary to...

While many have heard of the famous missionaries Adoniram and Ann Judson (in fact, we just had two episodes on them), few know the names of those who came to Burma after them to continue what is arguably one of the greatest Baptist mission works of all time. The missionaries who followed gave just as much of themselves to ensure the Gospel was heard by every Burman possible. In this episode, Traci...