Elevate the Day®

Today, Karen and I are discussing the importance of having a grateful heart. Join us as we discuss the following: Gratitude opens the doors to God's blessings. Jesus expressed thanks continuously. Before we pray, give thanks. “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him." (Colossians 3:17 NKJV). Click here to watch on YouTu...

Today, Karen and I are discussing the significance and meaning of James 2:17 - "faith without works is dead." Join us as we discuss the following: Our salvation is not earned by our works, but by the grace of God. We show our faith by our actions. If we believe God's Word, we must act as if it were true (because it is!) "Thus also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead" (James 2:17 NK...

Jennifer and Karen are excited to welcome Court Rogers of Single Mama Thriving. In today's show, Court shares the challenges of single motherhood and what she is doing to help this community thrive. You don’t want to miss it! Tune in to learn: How to overcome the challenges of single motherhood. Why faith and community are key to a balanced life. What Single Mama Thriving is doing to help. “...not...

Jennifer and Karen are excited to welcome Dr. Larry Hutton of Larry Hutton Ministries. Larry shares the amazing story of God speaking to him and how these words shaped his ministry and his life. You don’t want to miss it! Tune in to learn: The power of God's Word to live a stable life. How to take thoughts captive so you can have a good day every day! How to be a doer of the Word and be blessed on...

Today, Karen and I are discussing what to do and how to be victorious when you are feeling overwhelmed. Tune in to learn: How to build a spiritual toolbox. Why speaking God's Word is your best defense when you are overwhelmed. What one word you can speak in case of emergency. "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known t...

Today, Karen and I are discussing how to be more courageous in life as we face various trials or step out into new seasons. Tune in to learn: How God strengthened the heroes of the faith with courage. Why God wants us to "be of good courage." What to do when we need to be courageous. "Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!" (Psalm 27:14...

Jennifer and Karen are excited to welcome Philip Renner of Philip Renner Ministries. Philip shares what the Lord has put on his heart and why immediate obedience is a must! You don’t want to miss it! Tune in to learn: How Philip is using worship and evangelism to revive cities. How to discern a word from the Lord vs. your emotions. Putting God in the center of the city transforms the people. "But...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing how to get through the storms of life by declaring God's promises and casting our cares on Him. Tune in to learn more about: Why we must walk by faith and not by sight. How to take hold of God's promises to never leave you nor forsake you. What to do to avoid "camping out" in our storms. "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with t...

Jennifer and Karen are excited to welcome Jeff Bardel of Jeff Bardel Ministries. Jeff's story of how God saved his life from a harrowing accident is both compelling and inspiring. You don't want to miss it! Tune in to learn: God's plan and timing are perfect. God uses all circumstances in our lives for His good. God wants all of His children with Him in heaven. “You number my wanderings; put my te...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing how to take steps of faith to fulfill God's purpose for your life and to receive the blessings He has promised to all who believe. Tune in to learn how to: Find Scriptures that align with what you are praying for. Align with other believers. Pray according to God's Word. “Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them,...

Jennifer and Karen are excited to welcome Rev. Beth Jones of Valley Family Church to the show. Beth discusses the Rhema power that's in God's Word and how we can hear from God in every season of our lives. Tune in to learn: What the difference is between having a religion versus a relationship with God. How the Rhema Word of God penetrates your heart in every season of your life. How to discover a...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing how God's mighty power is made perfect in our weaknesses. Tune in to learn: When you're weak, God is strong. God's grace is sufficient for you. You can depend on God at all times. ”And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ m...

Jennifer and Karen are excited to welcome Rev. Cindy Black of Gracepointe Church in Peachtree City, Georgia to the show. Pastor Cindy discusses how to win both the physical and spiritual battles of life by standing firm in your faith. Tune in to learn: How to overcome loss of a loved one. Why we must make Jesus a reality in our lives. How to fight the good fight of faith and respond to God's calli...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing how much God loves you and wants to answer your prayers. Tune in to learn:  How to pray the way Jesus taught us to pray. God already knows what we will pray before we ask. Believe that God has already answered your prayers.  "And when you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the heathen do. For they think that they will be heard for their many words. The...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing how faith is essential to living a life of victory in Christ. Tune in to learn: How to fight the good fight of faith. Why you should take your thoughts captive. How to renew your mind. “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” (Hebrews 11:1 NKJV)

Jennifer and Karen are excited to welcome Sylvia T. Nelson to the show. Sylvia is discussing her book, "New Life. New You!" and what it means to be a new creature in Christ. Tune in to learn: Why it is so important that we know who we are in Christ. How to live victoriously in Christ. How to live by God's Word. “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away;...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing how to persevere during challenging times by practicing patience and trusting God. Tune in to learn: Why God's timing is perfect. How to not grow weary when challenges seem constant. What we can do while waiting on answers to prayers. “And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart." (Galatians 6:9 NKJV)

Jennifer and Karen are discussing how we can (and should) live by faith, not by our feelings. Tune in to learn: Why we need to walk by faith and not by sight. How to pray effectively. What it means to keep our focus on God. “Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!.” (Psalm 27:14 NKJV

Jennifer and Karen are excited to be talking with Rev. Melinda Koehler about her call from God to be a missionary in Africa for more than 36 years! Tune in to hear more about her journey and learn how to: Confirm God's calling on your life. Be obedient in all He asks you to do. Discern your wants and needs from God's will. For more information about Melinda and Shining Light Ministries, click here...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing why even during difficult times, we must strive to be cheerful and praise God through the storm Tune in to learn: What the Bible says about the benefits of a cheerful heart. How you can add joy to your day even during challenging circumstances. Why people who are cheerful will be blessed. “A merry heart does good, like medicine, But a broken spirit dries the bones...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing how to walk in authority as believers and be the light in this dark world. Tune in to learn: Why we must shut off the outside voices that threaten to steal our peace and joy. How to be an example of walking in faith and not by sight. Why keeping our focus on God is the only way to live above our circumstances. “Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall st...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing the fruits of the Spirit and how we can develop these to deepen our faith and be all God intended us to be. Tune in to learn: How to study the Bible to develop the fruits that may be weak. Why it's important to discern between the tests that come from God and those that don't. How you can turn your tests into triumphs and testimonies to help others. “But the fruit...

Jennifer and Karen are excited to be talking with Jen Tringale of Jen Tringale Ministries about how to identify and live in the calling of God. Tune in to learn: How to step into what God is calling you to do. Why we must get to know God to identify His purpose for our lives. How God uses different people for different things. For more information about Jen Tringale and her ministry,  click h...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing why we should think about what we are thinking about if we want to be aligned with God's will. Tune in to learn: How to take your thoughts captive before they take root. What are the thoughts God wants us to think about? How we can overcome strongholds and be overcomers in Christ. "Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever th...

Jennifer and Karen are discussing how we can live above our circumstances and live in the provision of God. Tune in to learn: What are the promises of God for our every day lives? Which Scriptures you can confess every day. Why we should always offer prayers of thanks to God. Scripture: Philippians 4:1-18