Here's Hope: Finding Hope in the Chaos with Kasey Hope

My guest today, Margo, is one of our longest members of the Whatever Letter Club. She shares what brought her into the club and how it's helped her to build lasting memories and deeper connections with some of her most special friends. The Lettering Club! https://www.pzazzonline.com/whatever-letter Connect with us! Website: https://www.pzazzonline.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/pzazzartstudio Ins...

If you've been listening to this podcast for awhile, you know that I will always tell you that God loves you. But sometimes, you might be feeling bad, and you might find yourself asking, "But Why?" We know better than anyone the way we are imperfect humans, imperfect Christians, imperfect moms or daughters or sisters or friends, imperfect in so many ways. But even when you feel like you're falling...

My guest this week is Tracie Miles, best-selling author of seven books and the founder of the Living Unbroken divorce recovery program. Tracie joins me to share about her new book, God's Got You: Embracing New Beginnings with Courage and Confidence. And, if you've thought about writing your own book, Tracie is sharing some insight into the publishing industry as well as introducing us to her autho...

There's lots of options, lots of ideas, lots of opportunities, and, if you're not careful, sometimes that can lead to lots of confusion.  Have you ever been there? I sure have. I have had so many ideas, and sometimes I just want God to give me the answer on which idea I should follow. I see so many possibilities, and sometimes that just leads to confusion. There is a verse in Ecclesiastes that giv...

My guest today is Rebekah Weigel. She is a producer, writer, and child advocate. She wrote and produced the film Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot. Possum Trot shares the true story of Bishop and First Lady Donna Martin, and their tiny Bennett Chapel church, in the town of Possum Trot in the woods of East Texas. Twenty-two families linked arms and courageously adopted seventy-seven of the mo...

Proverbs 15:22, “Without counsel, plans fail. With many advisors, they succeed.” I think this is a very tangible piece of scripture that we can apply right now. If there are decisions and things that you don't know what to do, I guarantee you the more that you let many advisors speak into your life, you are going to get more clear, and the outcome is going to be a lot wiser and better. Connect wit...

You may have heard the saying, "God goes before us," but have you ever really stopped to think about what that means? I bet that if you think about it, you can think of many times in your life that He has gone before you to show you the way. The more you reflect on and remember those times, the more your faith will grow. It will become easier and easier to trust, even when you can't see the way. ...

Y'all, I'm not a patient person. I don't like to wait. But every now and then, God sends a reminder that He's working in the waiting, and how important it is to trust in His timing. This week, I'm sharing a story about a recent time my family was forced to wait and we witnessed God working in the waiting. Connect with us! Website: https://www.pzazzonline.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/pzazzartstu...

When God is trying to remove something from our lives so that we can grow and be more fruitful, how do we recognize that? Right now, I'm in that season. In this episode, I'm sharing a resounding message I've received from Him several times and how that message has shown up for me. Remember, God does not want to hide from you what He wants to do in you. Connect with us! Website: https://www.pzazzon...

My guest this week is Vera Schmitz from Dwell Differently. She's sharing her story about training for the Olympics and struggling with anxiety and self-worth, and turning to scripture memorization as a way to persevere. Now, she's started a company with her sister called Dwell Differently. They're helping folks like us memorize scripture that can help us in all different seasons and storms of life...

Sometimes God teaches something to you in multiple different ways and it really sticks with you. That is what this particular message has been in my life: the power of praise. I continue to notice how God is showing up in multiple areas and teaching me this over and over and over again. In this episode, I'm sharing how this message has shown up for me, including a particular experience when I was...

I just got back from an amazing getaway we call our Peace and Play Retreat, and in this episode, I am excited to share one of the talks I did at the retreat with you. I've been reading the book Help is Here, and one of the chapters that has stood out the most to me describes the Holy Spirit as a wind. I hope you enjoy this session about hoisting the sale and enjoying the ride. Connect with us! Web...

Today's guest is artist, speaker, and best-selling author Ruth Chou Simons. Her new book, Pilgrim: 25 Ways God's Character Leads Us Onward, is available September 12, and is an uplifting meditation on the character of God to accompany you on your pilgrim journey. Connect with Ruth: https://ruthchousimons.com/ https://pilgrimbook.com/ https://ruthchousimons.com/the-gracelaced-podcast-with-ruth-chou...

This week, I'm thrilled to introduce you to my friend and long-time Lettering Club member, Staci Rowell. Staci has been in the Lettering Club since pretty much the very beginning, and she's used that inspiration to cultivate spaces of community and creativity in her own life. In this episode, we are talking about the power of community and art to feel closer to God's word. Connect with us! Website...

This week, my guest is author, Sarah Bragg. She is a mom of two teenage girls and the host of the podcast Surviving Sarah. Her new book, Is Everyone Happier Than Me?, is about the questions that keep you up at night and how to figure out what's standing in the way of your happiness, peace, and connection. Order Sarah's new book now: https://a.co/d/d750eU0 Learn more about Sarah: https://www.sarahb...

My guest today is Jeanine Amapola: author, podcast host, speaker, and Christian influencer based out of Dallas, Texas. She has been in the social media industry for over a decade and has garnered over 2.7 million followers across multiple platforms. She loves to share about growing your faith, identity, dating, fashion, confidence, health, and more. Jeanine is also the author of the book, Becoming...

Today, my guest is Jess Wolstenholm, writer, editor, kids Bible teacher, and the Director of Content and Faith Formation for Minno Kids. Have you heard of Minno? Minno is the leading voice around the globe for using media to spark kids' imaginations and curiosity around God and the Bible. They connect families through media that creates shared faith experiences, supporting parents and grownups, an...

Today, I'm joined by special guest Maghon Taylor. We talk about pursuing creativity and passion through art and entrepreneurship, learning to trust God's plan and timing, finding purpose through positively impacting others, and so much more! Maghon Taylor is on a mission to spread happiness through her handwriting as the founder of All She Wrote Notes®, a calligraphy studio based in North Carolina...

This week, we are celebrating one incredible year of the podcast. In this episode, I'm reflecting on stories and lessons from the past year, including highlighting members of the Lettering Club and guests who have shared their experiences overcoming challenges and finding encouragement through faith and creativity. I hope this episode encourages you to follow God's calling even when it feels hard,...

I want to encourage each of you to take notice of God's goodness in your own lives, and when you feel called, to share those stories. Sometimes it can feel hard to share because you wonder if people will believe you, or because you fear you will come across as bragging. But our testimonies can help strengthen others' faith and spread the good news that our God is doing so much good in our lives. C...

This week, I'm exploring how to discern when to speak up and when to shut up. It can be hard to control yourself when emotions are high and that can impact what comes out of our mouths. Let's look at what the Bible says about taming the tongue and how words can set things ablaze or bring life, and how to rely on the Holy Spirit for help with self-control rather than trying to muster it up alone. C...

Sarah Driggers is back this week, and we're talking about how to honor personal and family priorities while maintaining growth and sustainability with work. Balancing motherhood while growing a business requires prioritizing time and energy, setting boundaries, and delegating tasks through systems and help. Connect with Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahdriggers/ https://www.facebook.com/sarah...

This episode is about setting healthy boundaries in relationships through self-reflection, communication, and seeking God's guidance. My guest, Sarah Driggers, discusses the importance of establishing boundaries to avoid discomfort or misunderstandings, and emphasizes reflecting on your own values and priorities as well as openly communicating with your spouse or partner. Connect with Sarah: https...

What do we do when we feel like God is prompting us toward something - and maybe we're really excited about it - but our friends and family are not supportive? Sometimes we can be so sure of something that God is leading us to do, but those around us start to speak doubts and fears. Connect with us! Website: https://www.pzazzonline.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/pzazzartstudio Instagram- www.inst...

Do you ever find yourself thinking, "How do I know if this is God talking to me or not?" In previous episodes, we've talked about what to do when we don't feel like we are hearing Him, or what to do when He's telling us to do something crazy. Today, I'm sharing some tips for both going within as well as seeking guidance from others who have experience in similar situations to tune your mind to lis...