Rise Up & Roar

Key Topics Covered Facing 24 medical diagnoses and still choosing hope How to find humor and gratitude in the middle of chaos The biblical truth that Jesus never promised an easy life—but He did promise His presence and victory Practical tools for advocacy in hospitals, workplaces, and schools Why knowledge plus action equals true empowerment How our words and agreements shape our experiences of h...

🛤️ Narrative Walk-Through Carrie walks listeners through the deeply personal and spiritual practice of forgiveness — not as weakness, but as a choice to get "unstuck" from what has been holding us back. ✅ Takeaways You're not stuck because of what happened. You're stuck because of what you believe about what happened. Forgiveness isn't about the other person. It's about your freedom. Forgiveness...

🛡️ Narrative Walk-Through: Do you even recognize when the enemy is attacking you? Spoiler alert: It's not usually with pitchforks and fire—it's in your thoughts, reactions, stress triggers, and doubts. Spiritual warfare is REAL.The enemy can't read your mind, but he absolutely studies your patterns. Whether it's fear, pride, perfectionism, or self-doubt, he'll use it. Spiritual warfare is personal...

🟡 Introduction Have you ever stopped yourself from trying something new because you weren't sure you'd be good at it? Welcome to the club—and welcome to the latest episode of Rise Up & Roar . Today, Carrie gets real about perfectionism, the fear of failure, and how God calls us to step into progress , not perfection . What if the bravest thing you can do is try…and be bad at it? ✨ Narrative Walk...

🧠 Key Topics Covered: Why Paul's "one final thing" is the ultimate focus reset How your thoughts shape your reality—and your peace Carrie's heartfelt prayer over you (grab a tissue) An invitation to The Verse Thing community for Scripture memory and meditation A sneak peek at what's coming next ✨ Takeaways: Your focus feeds your faith. What you dwell on determines your peace. The world may be a...

🛤️ Narrative Walk-Through: Confession time: My lifelong obsession with the destination. Goals, checklists, and getting there fast— rest stops were for the weak, right? God's gentle correction: Learning that He is the God of the journey , not just the breakthrough. Celebration as worship: When we stop to celebrate, we honor the One who brought us through. The moment it hit me: My friend Noelle aske...

🛤️ Narrative Walk-Through Carrie opens with a bold declaration: every day we're being fed poison—through lies from the enemy, from others, and even from ourselves. Drawing from Philippians 4:8, she shows how we can intentionally reject these toxic thoughts by fixing our minds on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and admirable. Using her own vulnerable example, she walks through a simpl...

Narrative Walk-Through: Carrie opens by clarifying what joy is not —it's not based on circumstances or fleeting emotions. It's a fruit of the Spirit and a gift from abiding in God's presence. Personal testimonies bring the lesson home: from worshiping through tears during a family crisis to witnessing the joy of the Lord in a 25-year-old grieving widow. Four foundational truths about joy are unpac...

🎙 Introduction In this "Brief Devotional" episode of Rise Up & Roar , Carrie Hurley invites listeners into a powerful reflection on Philippians 4:8—specifically on what it means to "fix your thoughts." Drawing on real-life humor, southern colloquialisms, and the majesty of eagle-like focus, Carrie unpacks how choosing what we dwell on can change everything. If you've ever felt like your thoughts w...

Introduction In this short but power-packed devotional, Carrie Hurley brings Scripture to life through a vivid and memorable analogy drawn straight from her inner SciFi geek: the force field of God's peace. Drawing from Philippians 4:7, she challenges us to take prayer, gratitude, and emotional honesty seriously—because our hearts and minds depend on it. Narrative Walk-Through Carrie opens the epi...

🎙️ Introduction Welcome to the 100th episode of Rise Up & Roar ! In this milestone episode, Carrie Hurley reflects on how the podcast began, what God has done through it, and what's ahead. From humble beginnings, obedience, and 6:00 a.m. prayer recordings to devotionals, guest conversations, and new segments, Carrie celebrates God's unending faithfulness every step of the way. Get ready for laught...

In this episode, Carrie unpacks 5 powerful truths about freedom in Christ that can break spiritual chains and awaken your joy. Takeaways 💡 You are no longer a slave to sin or shame. 💡 You don't have to earn your freedom—Jesus already paid for it. 💡 You are free to be the woman God created you to be. 💡 You can walk in daily, Spirit-led freedom instead of striving. 💡 Freedom empowers you to lov...

Overview Host Carrie Hurley continues discussion on Philippians 4:7, emphasizing God's peace that surpasses understanding as a critical foundation for faith. Personal testimony reveals Carrie experienced supernatural peace during a family crisis, highlighting reliance on the Holy Spirit rather than personal strength. Carrie's story includes moments of anger and fear, but God's grace helped her avo...

Overview Carrie Hurley introduced the podcast, highlighting the universal challenge of feeling 'stretched thin' while managing a busy life with family and work commitments. Exodus 20:8-11 was referenced as a biblical foundation for rest, emphasizing a dedicated Sabbath day for rest to reconnect with God. The importance of being intentionally aware of both extraordinary and everyday miracles was di...

Host Carrie Hurley emphasizes Philippians 4:7, highlighting that God's peace follows prayers filled with gratitude, contrasting worry with a desire for intimacy. Carrie shares her personal journey through grief and postpartum depression, illustrating how speaking gratitude transformed her perspective and relationship with God. The discussion underscores the role of the Holy Spirit in cultivating p...

Overview Central scripture Philippians 4:6 emphasizes a "don't worry, pray" approach, acknowledging the importance of gratitude in spiritual life. Research shows gratitude boosts mental health, improves relationships, enhances sleep, and decreases anxiety, creating a positive feedback loop. Encourages mindfulness of basic needs often overlooked, cultivating gratitude for everyday provisions like f...

Overview Personal story illustrates impact of kind communication in a church setting, highlighting the surprise of a young girl previously unfamiliar with such interactions. Biblical foundation for kindness rooted in Ephesians 4:31-32 emphasizes need for cooperation with the Holy Spirit for genuine transformation. Three root causes of unkindness identified: lack of modeling, hurt from trauma, and...

Overview Host Carrie Hurley emphasizes the focus on Philippians 4:6, encouraging listeners to directly communicate their needs to God and express gratitude for His actions. The story of the blind beggar from Mark 10 highlights Jesus' attentiveness to individual needs, illustrating that our true desires may not be apparent to others. Listeners are invited to engage in a deep reflection exercise to...

Overview In this engaging episode of the "Speak Life" podcast, the host celebrates the launch of Season 4 and shares significant updates, including changes to the episode schedule and the introduction of bonus episodes featuring guests. The episode delves into the critical theme of self-talk, emphasizing its impact on an individual's self-worth and relationships, while referencing biblical princip...

In this engaging episode of the podcast, host Carrie Hurley leads a devotional focused on Philippians 4:6, emphasizing the importance of replacing worry with prayer. Drawing creative parallels between family dynamics and characters from Winnie the Pooh, she showcases how each member embodies unique traits that can contribute to a nurturing environment.   Carrie offers practical guidance for overco...

Today we are praying for wisdom and grace for government officials as they implement the changes that are being issued by the Executive Branch of our government. Proverbs 2:6 NLT:  "  For the Lord grants wisdom!  From his mouth come knowledge and understanding. " James 3;17 NLT :  "   But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield...

In the latest episode of the Podcast, the focus is on Philippians 4:4, emphasizing the exhortation to "Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again. Rejoice." The meeting highlights the significance of repetition in Scripture, providing practical methods to cultivate joy, such as using joyful phrases as passwords, smiling at others, maintaining a gratitude journal, and putting on the whole Ar...

Today we are praying for the Body of Christ to walk in holiness, righteousness, joy, and love. Colossians 3:1-17 NLT: " Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God's right hand. Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth. For you died to this life, and your real life is hidden with Chr...

Overview In the latest episode of the Devotional Podcast, hosted by Carrie Hurley, the focus is on Philippians 4:4, urging listeners to "Always be full of joy in the Lord." Carrie discusses the challenges of maintaining joy and obedience to this divine command, providing practical steps to cultivate joy, such as shifting focus from personal issues to Jesus, engaging with scripture, and seeking the...

Today we are praying for the salvation of our leaders at all levels. 2 Peter 3:9 NLT:  "   The Lord isn't really being slow about his promise, as some people think. No, he is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent." Acts 2:38 NLT :  " Peter replied, "Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesu...