Rise Up & Roar

H ost Carrie Hurley interviews author Crystal Persons, who shares her harrowing journey of being groomed for exploitation starting at the age of 14. Crystal recounts her traumatic experiences, detailing manipulation tactics and the psychological impact that followed. She discusses her path to redemption through the work of Jesus, culminating in the writing of her book, "Cultivating Redemption." Th...

Host Carrie Hurley welcomed attendees and addressed common emotional challenges such as stress, grief, anger, and disappointment, emphasizing that these feelings can be exchanged with God. Drawing on Biblical principles, particularly from Isaiah, she introduced the concept of the "principle of exchange," where God speaks of replacing mourning with joy and heaviness with praise. Carrie shared her p...

Today we are praying for peace to rule in our nation and in our hearts. 1 Peter 3:10-11 NLT:  "   For the Scriptures say, 'If you want to enjoy life and see many happy days, keep your tongue from speaking evil and your lips from telling lies. Turn away from evil and do good.  Search for peace, and work to maintain it.' " 2 Thessalonians 3:16 NLT:   " Now may the Lord of peace himself give you his...

In this podcast episode, host Carrie Hurley delves into the transformative journey of inner healing by sharing her personal experiences with childhood trauma and emphasizing that such experiences are universal. She offers a biblical perspective by referencing Colossians 1:13 -14, highlighting God's intention to heal us as we are. The discussion warns against the dangers of comparing our lives to o...

In the latest episode of the Spiritual Devotional Podcast, host Carrie Hurley delivers an inspiring message centered on Philippians 2:13 , emphasizing that "God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him." She addresses the feelings of isolation and unanswered prayers many may experience, reminding listeners that these negative thoughts are lies from Satan. Using...

In the latest episode of the "Rise Up and Roar" podcast, host Carrie Hurley interviews Maya Longino, a seasoned teacher and dyslexia therapist, who shares her transformative journey following her participation in the Ditch the Overwhelm workshop and the Rise Up Sisterhood . Maya recounts her struggles with job stress and her mother's dementia diagnosis, highlighting the workshop and the Sisterhood...

In "Time to Prune," host Carrie Hurley explored the concept of pruning not as a punishment, but as a vital process for personal and spiritual growth, drawing on her experience with tomato plants to illustrate her points. She emphasized the need for listeners to evaluate aspects of their lives that may be unproductive and consider letting them go to focus on more fruitful endeavors, highlighting th...

Today we are praying for a culture of honor to rise up in our nation. 1 Peter 2:17 NLT:  " Respect everyone, and love the family of believers.   Fear God, and respect the king. " Romans 12:10 NLT:   " Love each other with genuine affection,   and take delight in honoring each other." Romans 13:1 & 7 NLT:  "   Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and thos...

In "Balance is a Lie," the discussion explored the drawbacks of striving for balance in life, highlighting that such pursuits often create unnecessary stress and tension. It was emphasized that rather than aiming for equilibrium, life should be viewed as a dynamic composition of sustained notes, movements, rests, and eventual resolutions, akin to music. Participants were encouraged to reflect on t...

In this episode of the Rise Up and Roar podcast, host Carrie Hurley delves into Philippians 2:3 , focusing on the themes of humility and unity, highlighting the importance of considering others better than ourselves to foster community within the body of Christ. She reflects on the detrimental effects of selfishness, particularly how it can undermine personal relationships and a sense of purpose,...

In this engaging podcast meeting featuring Cat Timmons, a teacher, visionary & strategist, the discussion centers around personal development and spiritual growth. Cat introduces her coaching services and emphasizes the significance of hearing God's voice for individual transformation, referencing a book by Bethany Hicks that outlines methods for hearing God's voice. The conversation includes insi...

In the latest podcast meeting titled "Fix Your Focus," the conversation centered around changing our thinking through scriptural guidance, particularly Philippians 4:8 . Key topics included identifying and correcting detrimental thoughts, utilizing a filtering technique based on biblical principles, and the importance of confession to confront and overcome negative perceptions. The discussion emph...

Today we are praying for our families - that marriages will be strengthened, parents will have wisdom in their parenting, and that our children will be passionate, effective followers of Jesus. Psalm 73:26 NLT:  " My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever. " Matthew 19:14 NLT:   " But Jesus said, 'Let the children come to me. Don'...

In this episode of the "Rise Up and Roar" podcast, host Carrie Hurley shares a personal anecdote to illustrate the prevalence of negative thoughts and introduces three effective strategies to combat them. The first strategy, "Jesus Jail," encourages listeners to capture rebellious thoughts based on 2 Corinthians 10:5 b. The second strategy focuses on transforming negative self-talk, supported by r...

Overview In this episode of the Rise Up and Roar podcast, host Carrie Hurley leads a Monday devotional centered on Philippians 1:10 , emphasizing the importance of understanding what truly matters to lead a pure and blameless life until Christ's return. She explores the concept of living a blameless life, highlighting the need to recognize our identity in Christ and the transformative power of Jes...

In this episode of the "Rise Up and Roar" podcast, host Carrie Hurley and practical homeopaths Sandra Nardoni, Heather Strickland, and Nicole Pavlick explored the principles and applications of homeopathy as a safe and effective system of medicine. The discussion highlighted homeopathy's unique ability to aid in addressing anxiety, trauma, and emotional challenges, featuring specific remedies like...

Overview The Prayer Meeting held on November 27 focused on the 'Pray it Forward' initiative, encouraging participants to cultivate a spirit of gratitude both within the community and the body of Christ, supported by scripture references from Colossians and Psalms. Attendees prayed for a national movement of gratitude, seeking God's guidance to open people's eyes to His works and purify the church...

In the latest episode of the Rise Up and More podcast, hosted by Carrie Hurley, the discussion centers around Philippians 1:9 , which emphasizes the importance of love, knowledge, and understanding in spiritual growth. Carrie  highlights that while God desires believers to grow in understanding alongside knowledge, caution is needed as knowledge alone can lead to pride. She emphasizes that genuine...

Overview The Prayer Meeting held on November 20 focused on seeking divine guidance and support for elected officials, the church, and those affected by natural disasters. The session began with an opening prayer and scripture sharing, emphasizing the need for wisdom as highlighted in Proverbs 3:5 -6 and other verses. Participants interceded for current and incoming officials, praying for wise deci...

Overview In the latest episode of the Rise up and Roar podcast, host Carrie Hurley explores the book of Philippians with a focus on understanding love, as articulated in Paul's prayer in Philippians 1:9 . The episode delves into the distinction between emotional love and Christ-like love, highlighting examples from Jesus' life, such as his incarnation and acts of healing. Listeners are encouraged...

Thank you for being one who will stand in the gap with me. We stand together, shoulder to shoulder on behalf of our nation, our families, and our future. Today we are praying for integrity in our nation. 1 Chronicles 29:17 NLT:  "I know, my God, that you examine our hearts and rejoice when you find integrity there. You know I have done all this with good motives, and I have watched your people off...

In this episode of the podcast, host Carrie Hurley kicks off a new series focusing on the book of Philippians, written by Paul during his imprisonment in Rome, with the aim of providing listeners with encouragement and fresh insights on life. Carrie shares her personal struggle with perfectionism, introducing the theme of grace through Philippians 1:2 , and highlights its significance by referenci...

In the introductory trailer for the "Rise Up and Roar" podcast, host Carrie Hurley shares her personal journey of overcoming struggles with overwhelm, negative self-talk, and perfectionism, connecting with listeners who may face similar challenges. Carrie emphasizes the transformative power of faith, detailing how she has regained control over her emotions and found healing through new tools and a...

Today we are praying for the Body of Christ to be faithful and live as Christ intended  regardless  of the outcome of the election. James 2:18 NLT -  " Now someone may argue, 'Some people have faith; others have good deeds.' But I say, 'How can you show me your faith if you don't have good deeds? I will show you my faith by my good deeds.'" Deuteronomy 30:15-16 NLT  -    "Now listen! Today I am gi...

Today we are praying for peace and honor in the election process, that any schemes of the enemy will be thwarted and struck down. 2 Thessalonians 3:16 NLT -  " Now may the Lord of peace himself give you his peace at all times and in every situation. The Lord be with you all." Isaiah 26:3 NLT  -   " You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!" John 14:2...