Guarded Heart + Soul

Any one can make excuses but Great Leaders make adjustments. The moment a leader stops taking ownership…growth stops. Because you cannot grow from what you won’t own.

Who you are matters more than what you do. If you look for identity in what you do, you will lead from insecurity.

You'll never lead better than you live!

Living to gain the approval of others will always have you looking through the lens of pain. What you need is a "THIS TIME" moment.

Lies believed will always be lived out; truth gives us a clear lens to see our original intent.

Identity isnt earned it is given by your Creator.

Holidays magnify whatever we're feeling - joy feels bigger, but so does pain. Join me with practical ways to hold on the HOPE in hard seasons.

Honoring Authority~ All Authority Comes from God, so to honor authority is to honor Him. When we don't we stop the flow of blessings in our own lives.

How can we live the way Christ wants us to in a world full of Chaos? Are we called to keep peace or make it! Tune in this is one you won't want to miss.

Join Melissa & special guest Donna DeMello as she shares her perspective through cancer and the journey that led her to a season of blessing like she never imagined.

How can a person be guarded unless they know truth is the standard?

Join me with special guest Mackenzie Rhode, as we discuss the importance of modeling and teaching the next generation to guard their hearts!

A story of God's faithfulness through infertility! Chelsea Taylor talks to listeners about how to worship in the waiting., knowing you are seen and loved by your Heavenly Father. He is working in the waiting.

Special Jessica Noe shares with us some keys to choosing Joy!

No matter what season in life all of us are running, the question is are you running on empty or anchored by a lifeline who never runs out!

Heart posture is belief lived out through attitude and action, creating an atmosphere that reflects what and who you trust.

If the stronghold of control is rooted in your life, you are at risk of thinking your ideas are God's ideas. Surrender today!

We must assign, define and create the space we allow others to have in our hearts. Because it matters who has access to your heart.

Summary Karmella shares her personal story of growing up in poverty and experiencing trauma. She talks about her childhood in Cleveland, Ohio, where she witnessed drugs, abuse, and a lack of boundaries. Despite the challenges, Karmella had a strong desire for independence and worked multiple jobs to support herself. She unexpectedly became pregnant and made the decision to have her daughter, Tempe...

In this conversation, Melissa chats with Julia about her experience with trauma and abuse. Julia shares her journey of healing and how she has been able to guard her heart and create a healthy life for herself and her family. She emphasizes the importance of taking ownership of one's own healing and making the choice to forgive. Julia also highlights the role of Jesus in her transformation and...

Amy shares her journey with Melissa of healing from stage four melanoma and the importance of hope and faith in the face of adversity. She emphasizes the need to live life to the fullest and find joy even in difficult circumstances. Amy also discusses the role of holistic approaches in her healing process and the importance of a strong relationship with God. Key Takeaways: - Live life to the fulle...

In this episode of the Guarded Heart and Soul podcast, Melissa Graham interviews KC Alvarado, the president and co-founder of Hola Lakeway, about the topics of anger and racism. KC shares her personal experiences with racism, starting from first grade, and discusses the importance of education, awareness, and empathy in combating racism. She emphasizes the need for diverse relationships and conver...

In this conversation, Melissa Graham and Jessica Noe discuss the origins and impact of the Guarded movement. They talk about the importance of creating a safe and shame-free community for women to connect and grow. They also mention the upcoming release of a book and the plans for the next Guarded conference. The conversation highlights the transformative power of saying yes to God and the positiv...

If we are going to gain, we have to guard our faith by activating it! Being guarded to gain means my life will show substance and evidence! When He returns, my gift to Him will be increase.

Excuses give Fear a voice! Destroy fear, destroy excuses!