Stirring Words: God's Wisdom on Wellness

Have you ever made a New Year’s Resolution but then forgot about it a week later? Discover why New Years Resolutions hurt us more than help, but  New Years Revelations help you reach your goals faster than you ever before! Focus verses:  Deuteronomy 2:3, Psalm 90:12, Proverbs 13:12 Support the show

Many are motivated in January to lose weight and “get into shape.” But sustainability depends on motivation. Redefining your WHY is the secret to success. Focus verses:  1 Corinthians 6:19-20, John 15:5, 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12, 1 Corinthians 6:12, 1 Corinthians 10:23 Support the show

Giving a gift is generous, but giving your time is active love. Will you join our Stirring Words family and love others actively this Christmas and through 2023?  Focus scripture:  Hebrews 10:24-25, Matthew 22:34-36, Deuteronomy 6:4-5, 1 John 3:23, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Hebrews 10:24-25 Support the show

Have you ever felt so grateful to your God that you broke out in song? Step up your praise by emulating Mary. Focus scriptures: 2 Samuel 7:8-16, 2 Kings 17, Micah 5:2, Isaiah 9:6-7, Luke 1:46-55 Support the show

The miraculous story of a divinely-conceived baby, born in a barn, is quite relevant to your self-care journey. How? Listen in to learn. Focus scriptures:  Luke 1:30-38, Matt 17:14-21    Support the show

Have you ever considered giving Jesus Christmas gifts? Listen in to learn what might please Him. Focus scriptures: Luke 2:1-7, Isaiah 1:1- 15, Psalm 51:15-17 Support the show

'Tis the season to give thanks. In a rare time of personal sharing, Kim and Judi discuss the most important things for which they are grateful. Focus scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  Support the show

“ Oh, magnify the Lord with me,” says Psalm 34. But outside of church, how often do we?  Consider the benefits of focusing on Almighty God vs. the petty distractions of this world. Focus scriptures:  Romans 15:13, Is 55:8-9, Romans 11:33-35, James 4:13-16, 1 Chronicles 16:31, Psalm 103:15-17, 1 Corinthians 9:8 Support the show

Do you magnify the Lord – exalt His holy name – when you contemplate eating healthfully and moving regularly?  Or does murmuring overtake your magnifying?   Learn how to minimize murmur and maximize magnifying. Scripture verse:  Psalm 34:3, Psalm 96:7-9, Hebrews 12, Psalm 103 Support the show

Author Barb Raveling struggled with emotional eating for 25 years, and it felt like the one stronghold she would never overcome. That is until God taught her a life-changing  discipline that helped her finally end the cycle of emotional eating for good—the renewing of the mind.  In this candid interview, Kim and Barb discuss Barb's new book "Say Goodbye to Emotional Eating" and give...

How can we gain confidence that the Lord cares for us and that we can trust Him with our cares? Kim and Judi unpack the truth in  Matthew 6:25-34 to help us combat anxiety.  Focus Scriptures: Proverbs 12:25, 1 Peter 5:7, Matthew 6:25-34   Support the show

We each have a choice to make when we receive invitations to anxiety: Do we believe in our temporary feelings more than God’s permanent word? In this episode, let's review scriptures that increase our confidence that God keeps His word for our emotional stability.  Focus Scriptures: Psalm 130:5, Jeremiah 1:12, Galatians 5:22-23  Support the show

In the U.S., we call 911 for emergency help. Just as we have confidence that 911 can help us in time of physical need, let's unpack Psalm 91 to gain Spiritual confidence that the Lord will help us in time of need. Focus Scriptures: Proverbs 12:25, Psalm 91:1-2 Support the show

We all like to receive gifts, but have you received the gift that Jesus left you? Jesus left us His peace! In this session, Kim and Judi discuss how to accept and operate in peace so we can access supernatural power. Focus Scriptures: Proverbs 12:25,  John 14:27, Matthew 14:22-33  Support the show

During trials, other Christians often advise us, "Wait on the Lord." But have you ever wondered, "How?" In this episode, Kim and Judi discuss concrete actions to take when anxiety tries to take over rather than pacing the floor or wringing your hands! Focus Scriptures: Proverbs 12:25, Isaiah 40:31, Ephesians 5:17-21, and Luke 10:25-28  Support the show

During trials have you ever secretly wondered, "What if the Lord doesn’t come through and the worst happens?" In this episode, Kim and Judi tackle this question head-on using the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego and how their response to a fiery trial can give us courage too when we face trials. Focus Scriptures: Proverbs 12:25, Psalm 138:8, James 1:5-6, Hebrews 2:14-16 , Daniel...

Have you ever felt like your emotional state is “like waves tossed to and fro” during trials? Anxiety can cause emotional instability and when you are unstable, you are most likely to make decisions that you will regret later. Discover how to regain your stability and peace again so you can fulfill your God-given purpose. Focus Scriptures: Proverbs 12:25, Psalm 55:22, James 1:5-6, Hebrews 6:19-20,...

Anxiety affects your physical and mental well-being. However, you can change your state to regain emotional stability. In our  newest series, "The Anxiety Relief Scriptures," Kim and Judi discuss how to sustain peace in the midst of life's storms. Focus Scripture: Proverbs 12:25, Philippians 4:6-7, John 16:12-14  Support the show

Is anxiety destroying your peace? It does not have to! In this introductory session of our newest series, "The Anxiety Relief Scriptures," Kim and Judi will discuss how to live every day with security, faith, and confidence with a Godly perspective on life's challenges.  Focus Scripture: Proverbs 12:25, Deuteronomy 28:13, John 16:33  Support the show

Paul bemoans he has the desire to do what is right, but not the ability to carry it out. (Romans 7:18)  Can you relate, especially when it comes to eating well and moving often? What are the repercussions of doing what you don’t want in the physical realm?  How can you turn it around? Focus scriptures:  Romans 7:18-19, 2 Peter 1:3-4 Support the show

Multiple voices strengthen the choir.  Susan Sage mission is to stir up hope in the Church. She's had her share of struggles, which only strengthened her faith in her Father. Support the show

Romans 15:13 speaks of abounding in hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.  Has that been your experience?  Or are you like the discouraged dad in Mark 9 who says to Jesus, “Help me in my unbelief.”  Listen for inspiration. Focus verses:  Romans 15:13, Mark 9:14-29, Hebrews 4:16, Ephesians 1:17-19 Support the show

We live in a world that hates to wait.  Our lives today are fast and frenzied.  So why won’t your old habits disappear in a flash?  Consider why training and waiting bring great value. Focus verses:  Romans 15:13, Titus 2:11-14, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Isaiah 40:28-31 Support the show

The enemy wants to trap us in shame, guilt, and condemnation regarding addictive behaviors to rob us of hope. However through the power of God’s word and His grace, we can restore our ability to forgive ourselves and others, heal and move forward. Jesus is the Difference-maker!  Focus verses: Lamentations 3:22-24, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 8:1, 1 John 1:9 Support the show

No one likes trials nor temptations.  We prefer smooth sailin’ – comfort and plenty.  But God’s ways are always counter-intuitive: the first shall be last, serve to be great, die to have life.  See why trials are cause for celebration.  Support the show