Arise, Women of God

Summary Have you ever set a goal with total excitement, only to have it crash and burn within two weeks? Most of us look at our failed goals and think, "I just don't have enough willpower." But the truth is much deeper. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins Kari Anjewierden and Tiffany Fletcher to answer the question: Why goal setting fails (and how to a...

Summary Have you ever started a goal with massive excitement, only to have a family crisis, illness, or flooded house make it feel impossible? Most of us quit because we interpret obstacles as a "stop sign" from God, when they are actually just a pivot point. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins Wendi Christensen and Kari Anjewierden to answer the quest...

Summary Have you ever set a goal to better yourself, only to have a sudden crisis—like a sick family member or a flooded basement—pull the rug out from under you? Most of us abandon our goals the moment things get difficult because we think accountability means being perfect. But real growth happens in the pivot. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins Wen...

How to Hold Yourself Accountable to Goals Summary Have you ever set a high-energy goal on January 1st, only to find yourself completely unmotivated and alone a month later? Most of us fail not because we lack vision, but because we lack a system of support to keep us moving when the newness wears off. In this practical episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins Wendi...

Summary Do you feel like your most productive years are behind you? Maybe the kids have moved out, your roles have shifted, and you are wondering, Is it too late to start something new? The world tells us that at age 50 we should be winding down, but in God's kingdom, this is actually your prime time for impact. In this inspiring episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson...

Summary Do you feel like your life is a constant battle against a messy house, a loud schedule, and a list of goals you’ve already failed twice this month? We are often told the key to success is just "trying harder." But for Christian women, the secret isn't more willpower—it’s better systems. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins Sandy Falter and Amy J...

How to Faith Goals Summary Have you ever received a clear prompting from God—maybe to start a business, heal a relationship, or launch a ministry—and immediately felt a wave of panic? Most of us shut down when the vision is bigger than our current capacity. In this practical episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and advisory board member Amy Johnson answer the questio...

Summary In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, we tackle the high-stakes question: Why set faith goals when life is already a whirlwind of chaos? Host Tamara K. Anderson and advisory board member Amy Johnson explore how a single spiritual anchor can shift your entire world from merely "good" to truly "great." If you feel constantly bombarded by the noise of the world—like you are driv...

Summary Are you exhausted trying to achieve big things in your own strength? Do you feel like you are just one setback away from giving up entirely? In this empowering episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and advisory board member Amy Johnson answer the foundational question: What are faith goals? We move beyond simple positive thinking to explore the unstoppable pow...

Summary Have you ever wondered why you are supposed to set goals? Is there a real spiritual reason, or should you just float along with the current and see where God takes you? In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and advisory board member Sandy Falter tackle the foundational question: Why is it important to set goals in life? We explore the concept of "Spiri...

Summary Have you ever felt like a juggler in the game of life? Every time you get your career on track, your health drops. Or you feel super connected to your family, only to realize your spiritual life has withered. We are told we need "balance," but trying to give 100% to everything at once is a recipe for total exhaustion. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Ander...

Summary Do you ever feel like you are going through the religious motions—checking off the prayer and scripture boxes—but still feel buried by the weight of the world? If you treat your spiritual habits like chores, you might be missing the point entirely. In this deep and moving episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and advisory board member Amy Johnson ask the funda...

Summary Have you ever set a spiritual goal so massive that you felt silly even trying to work towards it? Maybe you feel like Moses standing at the edge of the Red Sea, wondering how on earth you are going to take the next step. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and advisory board member Amy Johnson answer the critical question: How to achieve spiritual go...

Summary Do you feel like your goal-setting process is a long, uphill battle? Most of us set resolutions based on what we think we should do, only to run out of steam by February because we are relying on our own willpower. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and guest Amy Johnson answer the fundamental question: How to set goals as a Christian? We move beyon...

Summary Have you ever felt shame for missing a spiritual goal, like failing to read your bible for an hour or missing a daily devotion? Most of us think a "good" goal has to be massive to count. But when we fall short, we don't feel inspired—we feel discouraged and disconnected. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and advisory board member Tiffany Fletcher a...

Summary Do you feel like your spiritual life has to be an "all or nothing" game? Maybe you are wondering, What are examples of spiritual goals that actually fit into a busy life? In this liberating episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and advisory board member Tiffany Fletcher answer that exact question. They debunk the myth of spiritual perfectionism and share real-...

What Are Spiritual Goals? Summary: Do you feel like your spiritual growth has hit a plateau? Perhaps you are diligently checking off your religious to-do list but feel completely drained and stuck in spiritual stagnation . In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins Wendi Christensen and guest Tiffany Fletcher to answer the question: What are spiritual goals,...

Summary Ladies, do you feel like you are checking all the religious boxes—going to church, reading scriptures—but still feeling disconnected and drained? In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins co-founder Wendi Christensen and board member Jen Brewer to strip away the fluff and define exactly what a spiritual goal is and why it should be your highest prior...

Summary In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, we dive into the terrifying yet thrilling concept of God-sized goals , exploring how the feeling of absolute impossibility is actually your first confirmation of a divine assignment. Our guests, Wendi Christensen and Jen Brewer, share expert advice on recognizing these spiritual "BHAGs" (Big Hairy Audacious Goals), breaking down why God i...

Description In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, we dive into the transformative process of Christian goal setting , exploring how to move from drowning in daily distractions to pursuing your divine mission. Host Tamara K. Anderson breaks down a powerful 5-step roadmap that shifts your focus from "What do I want to do?" to "What does God want me to do?" Whether you are a busy mom fe...

Summary You’ve set the goal, prayed about it, and started the work—but now it feels insurmountable. Maybe fear has set in, or progress is slower than you expected. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and advisory board members Wendi Christensen and Kari Anjewierden answer the critical question: How can God help you achieve goals that feel too big for you to...

Summary Have you ever spent hours mapping out a five-year plan only to have God throw a wrench in it two weeks later? It is frustrating when our timelines don't match His divine plans. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson along with Wendi Christensen and Kari Anjewierden break down exactly how to set Godly goals that align with heaven. We explore a three-part...

Summary Have you ever felt like your to-do list and God's will for your life are two completely different things? You set massive goals, but deep down you wonder: Is this what I want, or is this what He wants? In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and Women Warriors of Light members Wendi Christensen and Kari Anjewierden dive into the Bible to answer one speci...

Summary Do you have a vision tucked away in your heart but feel too scared to turn it into a concrete goal? You are not alone. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson answers the question: What does God say about dreams and goals? Tamara introduces the "Caleb Method"—a six-step biblical framework for courageously claiming the God-given dreams placed on your soul...

Summary Have you ever felt a prompting to do something so massive that it terrified you? If you are scared to set big goals because the "what ifs" are paralyzing you, you are not alone. In this special episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and co-founder Wendi Christensen pull back the curtain on their own recent battle with fear. They reveal a massive announcement—mo...