Stir It Up Podcast

Michelle and Starla take a look back at 2025 and share their "word" for 2026! Join them for the next several weeks as they go through Michelle's new book, "Why Submit: Discovering the Key to a Contented Life." You can order the book on Amazon (https://a.co/d/cPfSoHo) or from Westbow Press ( WestBowPress). If you would like to order directly from us, please email at stiritup...

Join us for an amazing talk from Nichole Boggs during the Women's Christmas Gathering at Northstar Family Church! Nichole challenges us to create a "holy home" for the Holidays. Nichole and her husband Keith have 11 children and are pregnant with number 12! They have a retreat Center, Sanctuary Hills, in the beautiful Smoky Mountains and Keith is the founder of Real Momentum Ministri...

Join us for Part 2 of "Home for Christmas" on the Stir It Up Podcast.   Today we share 2 recipes with you - Starla makes cornflake candy and Stephanie Casper shares Oreo truffles.  You'll love to add these to your Christmas goodies!

Join Michelle and Starla for Part 1 of this specialChristmas episode with friends Joy Sims and Stephanie Casper.  The group talks about “preparing Him room”this Christmas, and shares some of their favorite Christmas recipes, and organizational tips for the Holidays!    Hummingbird Cake- Michelle Dowdy Ingredients 2 cups allpurpose flour 2 cups sugar 2 bananas,mashed ¼ cup nuts (Iprefer walnuts) ¾...

Join Michelle and Starla for this encouraging conversation with arranger Mike Speck. For more than forty years, Mike Speck has been singing and ministering to the body of Christ.  He has led in worship in over 3000 churches of various denominations across four continents. As an ordained minister and former pastor, Mike has a deep love for the local church. He has served on the staff of six differe...

Join Michelle and Starla for this special Thanksgiving episode. They start with a few fun "Would you rather" questions and some Thanksgiving traditions and ideas to promote thankfulness during this and every season. Starla shares a Thanksgiving appetizer: Ooey-Gooey Puff Pastry Ingredients: 1/2 sheet puff pastry, thawed 2 TBS Apricot Jam 8 ounces Gruyere cheese, cut into 1/2 inch slices...

Michelle and Starla answer some fun "quick fire" questions. They discuss a passage from Haggai that describes how the House of the Lord was in ruins because the people had been looking after their own houses but neglecting the temple. Starla shares how the Lord convicted her about reaching outside the walls of the Church and into the community in new ways. Michelle share a recipe of Croc...

We’re honored to have Babbie Mason in the house!  It’s no exaggeration to say Babbie is a legend in Gospel Music.  She is a Gospel Music Hall of Fame Inductee, a two-time Dove award winner, has 27 recorded music projects to her name, and is the author of 9 books!  She hosts the television program, Babbie’sHouse, and is an adjunct professor at several universities, where she teaches aspiring songwr...

What is the Jesus Glow? Is it real? Michelle and Starla discuss and look at some Scriptures to explain! Michelle shares a "Fool-Proof Poundcake" recipe Ingredients: 9 eggs 2 sticks butter 1/4 lb crisco 3 c. sugar 3 c. plain flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder 1 T. vanilla (and 1 teaspoon almond if you like that flavor) Preheat over to 325 degrees. Grease bundt pan. Cream sugar and butte...

The more you know God's Word, the more you know His Will. Join Michelle and Starla for this conversation on the benefits of knowing God's Word. Starla shares an Old-Time Southern Beef Stew Recipe: Ingredients: 2 lbs stew meat 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil 2 cups water 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 cloved garlic 1-2 bay leaves 1 medium sliced onion 1 tsp salt 1 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp pepper 1/...

Join Michelle and Starla as they talk with recent Bride, Ashley Wright Tillery, about planning a Christ Centered Wedding Ceremony. From the decor, to the elements of the service, to the reception, you'll hear how they were intentional about every part. Whether you are a bride-to-be, mother or grandmother of the bride, or just someone who wants to be encouraged by a young couple who is staring...

Michelle and Starla chit-chat about some exciting things happening around the Dowdy household. They talk about who "this Jesus" is - the Jesus of the Old and New Testaments. All though the book of Acts, the author uses the phrase, "this Jesus," as he describes the Messiah who is coming again. Karis joins them and shares an update about Maverick's walking. They talk through...

The one and only Bucky Kennedy joins Michelle and Starla for a discussion about ministry in the current climate, and in particular how depression and anxiety affect people today. Bucky stated, "Anxiety happens when we are in pursuit of the wrong crown." Listen to this encouraging episode to hear his wisdom on this subject. Bucky also shares his family recipe for fried shrimp (Eagle Brand...

In this episode, Michelle and Starla talk about building up one another in Christ. Karis joins them for Kid's Corner and has some exciting news to share! They continue to talk about Sensory Integration and focus on the Proprioceptive System today. Starla shares a yummy Key Lime cake recipe. Key Lime Cake 1 box lemon instant pudding 1 c. water 1 c. vegetable oil 4 eggs 2 T. key lime juice Glaze...

In this Episode Michelle and Starla share about building one another up in Christ. Karis joins them for Kid's Corner and has some exciting news to share! They continue their discussion of Sensory Integration and the Proprioceptive System. Starla shares a yummy key lime cake recipe.

Today, Michelle and Starla welcome Gary and Dana Miller, who share how praying together as a couple has transformed their marriage through the years. Through their TALK LESS! PRAY MORE! Prayer Conferences, Gary and Dana lead people to accept the challenge to: * Make prayer their personal passion and priority * Partner with someone who will hold them accountable * Equip Husbands and wives to affair...

Michelle and Starla share their thoughts on the life of Charlie Kirk and his assassination. They discuss living a life of worship and how to appreciate the beauty and the miracles all around us. Starla shares a lasagna recipe: M e m a w ' s Lasagna 1-2 Ibs. ground beef cooked and drained ½ onion chopped 1-2 jars spaghetti sauce of your choice 3 tsp. brown sugar (optional-to taste) Salt & P...

Today we’re honored to have on the Podcast, Dr. J. B. Hixson,founder and president of Not By Works Ministries. A pastor, professor, and national conference speaker, Dr. Hixson has authored fourteen books and contributed to many theological journals and other Christian publications. Heearned his B.A. from Houston Baptist University; Th. M. from Dallas Theological Seminary; and Ph. D. from Baptist B...

Hear the "rest of the story" in Part 2. Mark talks about his music career - Billboard Picks, working with legend Billy Strange, and more! He shares how a prayer of obedience at age 37 changed the trajectory of his life. Mark shares about the cornea transplant and how it changed him forever. At the end of the episode, Michelle shares a banana bread recipe, great for this time of year! Moi...

Michelle interviews her husband, Mark Dowdy, about his journey with blindness and partial recovery of sight in his 30s. Hear how he endured thirteen eye surgeries by age 10 and how music helped to bridge the divide between him and his peers. In this episode, Mark recounts how he earned his marksmanship badge in an unusual way in pursuit of his Eagle Scout rank. Mark was the first blind Eagle Scout...

Starla interviews Michelle about her new book, "Life By The Way." Michelle shares about surrendering her writing at one point and how the Lord answered that prayer of obedience. Starla shares a "game day" recipe of ham and cheese sliders. Game Days are almost here! Ingredients  1 package Hawaiian sweet rolls (12 rolls), sliced in half (see directions for more details) ¾ pound c...

Michelle and Starla talk about ways we can "show up" for each other in our daily lives. They "stir it up" in the kitchen with a "No Fail Mac-N-Cheese" recipe: 2 cups macaroni, cooked 3 or 4 cups of cheese 1 1/2 cups milk 1 egg butter Place cooked macaroni in sprayed 9x13 casserole dish. Salt macaroni. Place cheese on top. Beat egg and add milk. Pour mixture evenly ove...

Michelle and Starla talk about coming to maturity in Christ, in this episode of the Stir It Up Podcast. Michelle shares a "clean" recipe for healthy candy bars. No-Bake Candy Bars 1 C. peanut butter 2/3 c. honey 1/2 c. coconut oil 2 c. quick cook oats 1 1/4 chocolate chips 3/4 c craisins (or raisins) In saucepan, melt peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil. Remove from heat. Add oats, chocolate chi...

Michelle and Starla talk about coming to maturity in Christ, in this episode of the Stir It Up Podcast. Michelle shares a "clean" recipe for healthy candy bars. No-Bake Candy Bars 1 C. peanut butter 2/3 c. honey 1/2 c. coconut oil 2 c. quick cook oats 1 1/4 chocolate chips 3/4 c craisins (or raisins) In saucepan, melt peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil. Remove from heat. Add oats, chocolate chi...

Michelle and Starla talk with Melanie Dodd, who writes "word for word" Scripture songs. You will be encouraged by Melanie's testimony and her love for God's Word. Melanie is from Inverness, Florida. Listen to Melanie's music here: Melanie Dodd - YouTube open.spotify.com/album/6T7yEhgcuSj4wEH5dF9k8Z ‎Melanie Dodd - Apple Music Follow Melanie on Instagram @melaniedoddmusic