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Hopefully you've been following along on this short series of 'Jesus Is...' to learn more about the Son of God before we celebrate his resurrection on Easter Sunday. Today, Desiree shares more about Jesus as The Vine and what it looks like when we abide in Him. 

In this episode of the 'Jesus Is...' series, Desiree breaks down Jesus's life as The Good Shepherd and what that means for us as his sheep. :)

To celebrate the life of Jesus heading into Easter week, Desiree will be sharing insight into who Jesus is and what he means to us as believers. First episode into the Jesus Is... series, Desiree shares scripture to paint the picture of who Jesus is, as the Son of God. 

We all use words to identify ourselves with or to use as a bench mark for motivation. What words we use and how we use them each day can change the trajectory of our lives. On today's episode, Caitlin Crosby, author and founder of The Giving Keys shares insight into her new book 'Every Word Matters' and her personal experience with why words really do matter. Caitlin and Desiree dive into differen...

What is your first response to heartache, pain, struggle, or even victory? Do you dwell on the unknown, become fearful or worried? Do you think this is the best you’ll get? In this episode, Desiree unpacks HOPE and the joy that comes with living in HOPE during any circumstance of your life. Even the good times! The journey to live in hope is a practiced one and takes faith to be able to think posi...

In times of struggle, where do you turn? In this episode, Desiree dives into what it looks like to bend during times of struggle and not allow the circumstance to break you. Just as God is our maker (the potter), can't we (the clay) be made new again? And when we allow ourselves to rest in His hands, how beautiful the result and outcome can be. Life doesn't always go as planned but restoration is...

When the unexpected happens and leaves us questioning why or what if, it can often feel too heavy laden to overcome. The three sisters (Lauren, Megan, Kristen), from the podcast Girl, I Slept in my Makeup join me on this special and heartfelt episode as we discuss the unexpected loss of their mother, the way each sister is handling grief, and how they keep their hope in the Lord through it all. If...

If there is ever a word for 2021 or a podcast episode for this season, it's this one right here! Jessi Green from Saturate OC is a revivalist, visionary, and game changer for the Kingdom as her and her husband Parker embark on sharing the gospel and starting revival across California and the world. We have a very candid yet honest conversation on trusting God in the journey, the pitfall of competi...

Join Desiree as she explores what it actually looks like to walk by faith rather than to just believe. To talk a big talk is easy. To live an exemplary life of Jesus is another story. It's time to take a good look at our lives and see where we might be falling short. For anyone wanting to grow in faith and grow in the story God's writing for you, I recommend giving this episode a listen.  If...

The way we perceive things determines the way we feel about a person, event or circumstance. What influences our perspective?... and does it make our opinion right? In this episode I chat about God's perspective over our own and the importance of seeing relationships, circumstances and people through the eyes of the Lord before we judge, critique or give up on them. Join me today as we take our th...

What does it look like to keep pushing forward even when life gets hard? Hannah Brencher, author and speaker, joins me on the podcast for this episode on changing your mindset, and creating habits to keep fighting forward. Hannah shares her story and the creative outlet she began while feeling depressed in NYC. How focusing on others helps us overcome our own battles and finding joy in the journey...

As we head into Christmas Day in just a few short days I want to bless you and encourage you in your faith journey. In this episode I share the story of Jesus's birth but also the immense faith it took for Mary (& Joseph) to believe in what God had told them regarding her birthing the Son of God, as a virgin nonetheless. There's something powerful to be found in every story in the Bible but th...

Audrey, founder of @Brushandbarley, is an artist, mental health advocate and a wonderful woman doing amazing things. She creates encouraging digital art and shares her personal experience with mental health on her Instagram and on this episode. Join in as we discuss the Enneagram and how to use it as a tool, Audrey’s encouragement to anyone struggling with depression and how she manages being away...

Amanda Pittman, founder of Confident Woman Co., joins me on this episode of the podcast to share more of her journey to Christ, overcoming insecurities, and how we can stand firm in our identity in Him. God is calling his daughters to rise up for the kingdom.  To do so, we must be confident in who he has created us to be and confident in all he has equipped us with. Be blessed by Amanda's wis...

Ashley TerKeurst Hodges, blogger and encourager, is such a beautiful, sweet soul that is currently going through a difficult season of life. She is in the thick of the pain but wants to show you that it’s still possible and important to show up to your life, even during a struggle. Her vulnerability during this episode is a blessing in itself as she shares very real and very raw emotions as she of...

Want to grow in your faith? Be bold and courageous? Or maybe discover what your next step should be? In this episode I share more about overcoming insecurities and how to allow God to flow through you by getting out of your comfort zone. It's time to take a good look at what's been keeping us from moving forward and break through those chains to stand firm in our God given purpose. 

Many of you may know Jess as the fiancé of The Bachelor Ben Higgins, but she is far more than just a fiancé. Jessica is a stunning, down-to-earth woman with a beautiful redemptive story of overcoming comparison and body image strongholds to discover her true identity in Christ. Her story will be a reminder to any woman to quit comparing and start living. Also we chat about how she met Ben, where t...

You know those lies that follow you into every new circumstance, relationship or new chapter of life- those my friend, are strongholds. They creep in through experiences, heartbreak, trauma, and hurt but also through deception and words. Though you may not even see them, they could be there keeping you from living in wholeness. Join me this episode as I share some personal strongholds I've dealt w...

Toni Collier, host, speaker, ministry grower, and hope giver, shares her personal journey through brokenness and trauma to discovering God's will in her life. Tune in as we discuss what it looks like to show up during a struggle, seek the help we need, and to release all shame, hurt and pain to discover our identity in Christ. Toni is a charismatic and infectious woman with so much love to give, a...

If there is any way to grow stronger in the Lord, it’s by spending time in the Word. Whitney Lowe, of @ScribbleDevos, joins me on this episode to chat about her daily devotionals she shares on Instagram as well as the importance of staying in scripture as a foundation of strength. Her calming nature and wisdom of scripture is so incredibly inspiring. Listen in as we take the conversation down many...

As we head into a new season with new distractions and obligations, I share the importance of belief and faith through it all. If you need motivation to seek your faith more or discover the Lord in new ways, this episode is for you! I share what's been on my heart in regards to faith and what does living a life of faith truly look like. Tune in and let's walk this journey together! 

Sarah Rose Summers was crowned Miss USA 2018 but soon learned after a year of duties as a pageant queen that her title and purpose in Christ was so much more than a crown. Listen in to this beautiful episode as we discuss her journey into pageants, how she is navigating life as a newlywed post Miss USA competition and how her speaking engagements and podcast, 'More Than a Crown', are reaching the...

Today I'm sharing some of the many books I read as I was getting back into my faith many many years ago and why each book was so helpful in my growth and walk with the Lord. Of course these books shouldn't take place of the Bible but they were extremely helpful for me as I was seeking God to understand scripture a little more as well as the messages within. Some of the books are wonderful for thos...

This episode is truly an honor as I get to interview my sister-in-law, Lory Hartsock. She is host of Strengthen By Grace podcast and on fire for the Lord. From coming to America from Mexico as a little girl, to encountering God and meeting my brother, her heart's message brings so much hope and encouragement to any season of life you may be going through.  Her testimony and words will speak d...

Prayer is a vital part to a faith journey and the phone line to God through the Holy Spirit. Are you utilizing this gift of prayer? Do you fully believe God hears us? Tune in today as I share a personal story of faith, the importance of prayer and the encouragement through scripture to know God wants to answer our prayers. I also share a heart project to create a prayer chain across the world and...