Flourish-Meant: You Were Meant to Live Abundantly

Are screens impacting your child development? Learn how screen time effects influence physical milestones and daily habits for young kids. Host Tina Yeager sits down with pediatric physical therapist and author Ginny Cruz to explore the connection between digital media and early childhood growth. If you are a parent wondering how much device usage is appropriate, this conversation provides a clear...

Do you know that God is writing your story? Author Tamara Battaglia and her husband, broadcast media executive Joe Battaglia, share the powerful and providential story of how God guided their unexpected meeting and brought them together against all odds. Listen in as they discuss recognizing God's presence in everyday moments, the importance of sharing personal stories of faith, and the creation o...

Did you know forgiveness is a decision? Welcome to Flourish-Meant, where we explore transformative paths to spiritual and emotional growth. In today's episode, we delve into the liberating power of forgiveness with special guest Carla Shelton—speaker, author, and host of the Monday Manna One Minute Inspirational Show on YouTube. Drawing from her own journey of overcoming hurt, resentment, and bitt...

How can we begin to enter into generational reconciliation? We're talking about family hurts and father wounds today on Flourish-Meant. In this episode, host Tina Yeager sits down with singer-songwriter, worship leader, and pastor Michael Charles Olson, author of "Daddy Set the Church on Fire." Together, they dive into the complex realities of generational reconciliation, exploring father wounds,...

Would you like to hear about Rockstar Gospel impact in print, in film and in music?  Host Tina Yeager welcomes John Schlitt, multi Grammy and Dove Award-winning singer from the legendary Christian rock band Petra, and his wife, Dorla, a veteran educator and best-selling author of the new children's book, "The Adventure of the Scarlet Thread: The Promise Fulfilled." Join us as we uncover how this d...

How can we experience faith in the midst of a struggle with infertility? Welcome to Flourish-Meant, where we explore life's toughest challenges through the lens of faith. In today's episode, host Tina Yeager sits down with special guest Angela Mackey—an RN, host of the Life Is Worship podcast, and someone who has personally experienced the deep heartache of infertility, including two ruptured tuba...

How can we offer hope for mental health and addictions? Welcome to Flourish-Meant, where we explore stories of hope, healing, and authenticity. In today's episode, "Hope for Mental Health and Addictions," host Tina Yeager sits down with actor, director, producer, and neuroscience graduate Jessica Lee Wrabel—a woman whose journey through postpartum depression and neuroscience expertise have inspire...

Are you going forth as Salt?  On today's Flourish-Meant episode, I sat down with Benny DiChiara of chart-topping band Empowered to unpack what it means to go forth as salt in your world. Benny shared the incredible backstory behind his latest album, born from a powerful moment of prayer and prophecy, and how each track is a call to be a light wherever you are. We explored redemption, overcoming ad...

Have you ever experienced a time of spiritual silence when you felt like God wasn't hearing you and you weren't hearing God? If you've been there, if you're there right now, we have hope, we have practical tips for you today.  Autumn Miles, podcast host, Liberty University professor, and author of "Holy Ghosted" dives into one of the most challenging experiences in faith: seasons of spiritual sile...

How can we operate boldly in our gifts as men and women? Lydia Grace Kaiser, a seasoned ministry leader and author, explores what it truly means to operate boldly in your God-given gifts—as men and women. Drawing from decades of ministry & exhaustive biblical research, Lydia dispels common misconceptions about restrictions on the spiritual gifts & roles of women, revealing an inspiring vision of p...

Are you seeking a sense of freedom? And do you know how to find that in the power of forgiveness? In today's episode, host Tina Yeager is joined by award-winning author and CEO of Word Weavers International, Eva Marie Everson, for a powerful conversation about finding true freedom through forgiveness. Together, they tackle the difficult questions many of us face: Why should we forgive those who ha...

How do we reclaim our creative identity? You may not realize that you have one, but you do. Discover how to embrace your creative identity and why it's essential for your well-being. This post is for anyone seeking to reconnect with their artistic side. In a world where hustle culture often prevails, many of us may feel disconnected from our creative selves. You might think that creativity is rese...

What are the key practices of successful spiritual formation? One of the world's top motivational speakers shares how to successfully change your life from its foundation with spiritual formation. What does successful spiritual formation look like, and how can we experience it in our own lives? Joining us is special guest Chris Widener—renowned motivational speaker, pastor, and bestselling author—...

Award-winning actors, producers, and ministry leaders Cameron and BJ Arnett invite us to participate in a historic initiative—America Reads the Bible. As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Cameron and BJ share their passion for this event in which the Bible will be read cover to cover at the Capitol. Families, pastors, and communities nationwide can do more than simply...

How can we find authenticity and spiritual clarity in a world of fake leaders and cultural murkiness and confusion? In this episode, host Tina Yeager sits down with Tyler Gaulden, a viral TikTok pastor, author, and leader of the Unspeakable Joy Movement. Recorded onsite at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention in Nashville, Tyler shares timely wisdom on finding authenticity and spiritual...

How can we heal the culture wars? Tina Yeager sits down with Justin Giboney—an ordained minister, attorney, political strategist, and president of the AND Campaign—to tackle one of the most urgent questions facing Christians today: How can we promote social justice and truth while fostering Christlike relational unity in today's divisive and combative times? Drawing from his latest book, Don't Let...

How should we navigate AI? On today's episode of Flourish-Meant, host Tina Yeager welcomes industry trailblazer Kathleen Cooke—an award-winning producer, actress, global speaker, and co-founder of Cook Media Group and The Influence Lab. Together, they tackle the timely topic of navigating AI in our rapidly changing world. Drawing insights from her recent workshop at the National Religious Broadcas...

How can we live according to a lifestyle of abundance?  Donald Griswold, writer, director, and producer of the feature documentary Abundant , delves into powerful questions about what it really means to live with a mindset of abundance. Donald Griswold's film goes beyond the medical side of organ donation—specifically, those who give to total strangers—and explores the deeply human stories behind...

How can your family benefit from the fresh releases brought to you by The Faith Channel? In today's episode, host Tina Yeager sits down with John Stewart, the CEO and visionary behind The Faith Channel—a groundbreaking, faith-first streaming platform. Together, they explore how families can benefit from fresh releases across movies, documentaries, kids' content, and more, all designed to deliver h...

How can we have national and personal revival in our nation this year?  In this episode, host Tina Yeager welcomes a very special guest, Senator Hank Erwin , as they explore the powerful concept of personal and national revival. Drawing from his 35 years in broadcasting, his service as a leader in government, and his role in founding the Great American Prayer organization, Senator Hank Erwin share...

Have you ever been wounded by people of God, people in the church? Have you experienced church hurt and you're wondering if you should go back? Many people suffer from the place that they were meant to get healing. The people that they should be able to rely on and trust for support turned around and ended up hurting them. If you've ever experienced, experienced hurt from the church, this podcast...

How can faith fuel art and vice versa? International motivational speaker, author, and filmmaker Desmond Denton provides a vivid exploration of how creativity and faith intertwine. He expands the boundaries of what art means, delving into how everything from Viking shipbuilding to animation can be an expression of creativity flowing from our spiritual connection. Desmond Denton shares insights fro...

How does God meet us in our toughest places in life when we feel the weakest?  JD King , pastor, multi-published author, and thought leader, addresses challenging questions that so many of us wrestle with. In this compelling conversation, JD King opens up about journeying through hardship and how the biblical story of Gideon speaks directly to our battles with anxiety, stress, and identity crises....

How can we find hope through trials? Gina Fox , founder of the Anchored by the Sword ministry and award-winning author of Anchored in Freedom, relates from her deeply personal journey through infertility, loss, and mental health struggles, and opens up about how she discovered hope even in her darkest moments. Together, host Tina Yeager and Gina Fox explore the power of faith, authentic support, a...

Are you ready to live courageously? Author, minister, and Lions Unchained podcast host  Carl Joseph explores what it truly means to live courageously. In this inspiring conversation, Carl Joseph opens up about his own journey from feeling unfulfilled—even while achieving success—to finding a bold faith in Christ that transformed every aspect of his life. Together, they dive deep into the importanc...