Sweeter with Honey Podcast

As fireworks light the summer sky and flags wave proudly across front porches and small-town streets, this Fourth of July feels especially significant. This year marks 250 years since the birth of America. Our founding forefathers courage to sign the Declaration of Independence reminds us that freedom has always carried a cost.  Tune in to today's episode to hear more.  

There's a space many of us know well, the gap between what we're living and what God has promised. And yet, this is often the very place where God does His deepest, sweetest work in us.  In the gap between your circumstances and God's promises, there is an invitation, to rest like Peter and to pray like the church. Join me as we focus more on one sweet verse in Acts 12.

In 2 Samuel 6: 1-15, we find a story filled with celebration and grief, passion and obedience, fear and blessing. It is the story of a king who loved God deeply, a man who lost his life because holiness was handled carelessly, and an ordinary household forever changed because the presence of God rested there.  Listen in and look at this story with us today and see what God is showing us in His Wor...

There are seasons in our lives that do not look fruitful on the outside, yet deep beneath the surface, God is doing holy work in the hidden places. There was a time in my life where things looked busy and fulfilling, but underneath, there was an unusual amount of stillness.  Listen in to hear more about my story and how God moved in a miraculous way.  

As the Marketing and Community Relations Director at CFA Wendell Falls, NC, I have seen and learned so many wonderful things about the CFA world.  So, what is it like to own and operate a Chick-fil-A?  Join us for a conversation with Nate White of CFA Wendell Falls to learn more about him, his family, and his mission to lead with excellence in order to be a light to his team members and surroundin...

One of the most beautiful things about walking with Christ is that He invites us into a relationship of trust, not just understanding. Yet if we are honest, many of us long for clarity before we take a step forward.  Throughout Scripture we see a beautiful pattern: when God's people choose obedience, even when they cannot see the full picture, God meets them there.  Join us today as we take a look...

We are often reminded that God never intended for us to walk our journeys alone. He places people around us with wisdom, skills, and experiences meant to strengthen the whole community. Join us as we explore what it means to notice the gifts God has placed in others and how a simple word of encouragement can change someone's path.  Also,we have many fun events coming up, including "Savor and Sip"...

When you hear the word praise, what comes to mind?  What comes to mind when you hear the word worship?  Contrary to popular belief, worship and praise are two different things.  Join me today as we talk about the difference and discover all the distinct meanings of the word "praise" in the scriptures.  I love encouraging you from God's word.  If you would like for me to come and speak at your chur...

Have you ever been in a situation where people, even friends, brought unfounded accusations against you for speaking what is true and right?  How did you respond? Today we are going to look at an example of this situation in the book of Acts!  Listen in to see how it turned out!

Have you ever been in a situation where you lost control of your steering!  Terrifying right? Join me for today's episode as we talk about a man in the bible who was in a similar situation and how He was 100% dependent on God to direct.  Sometimes, we just need to let, "Jesus take the wheel."

As artificial intelligence grows louder, this episode gently asks an important question: what does it mean to be truly human before God? Through music, Scripture, and reflection, we'll explore why love, worship, and spiritual formation require the Holy Spirit, not algorithms. A timely reminder to remain rooted in Christ and anchored in truth.

I have a question for you. Have you ever been in a season that felt never-ending? A season where it felt like the rain wouldn't stop falling?  Where your past mistakes haunted you like a shadow?  Where you were stuck in a wilderness with no sign of a way out?  If that's you, I've got good news. Day 41 is coming.  Join me today as we unpack this together!

Anyone experiencing a hard place in life during this post-holiday season, the "winter blues" can exacerbate what you are feeling.  Being in a dark, heavy place, a wilderness experience or desert season, is not fun.  But you know what?  Two things are very true; the desert can be a beckoning and blessing.  Tune into today's episode to hear how!

With the new year just beginning, I know many of us are carrying a mix of hope, exhaustion, excitement, maybe even a little hesitation. Today, we're talking about fresh starts, new goals, and how to draw closer to the Father—not from a place of pressure, but from a place of presence.

During the Christmas season, in scripture and carols, we hear the word "peace" over and over.  Our caution though, is to realize there is a huge difference between worldly peace and Godly peace.  Let's look at examples of each and become more and more aware of the peace that comes from God. 

Most of us know the exclamation, "Hark!" from the well-known Christmas hymn, "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," written by Charles Wesley.  In both the Old and New Testaments, we find the word "hark," or its meaning, woven into Scripture as a divine call: to declare, to command, to protect, and to warn.  Join me on today's episode as we look at how we are to "Harken" in these different ways.

The culture of our communities is shifting. There is a big difference between "living life" together and "doing life" together. Join me as we discuss the difference and find encouragement for living in true biblical community. 

Being equipped to flourish in the Word of God is a skill all of us can acquire.  Let's come together as sisters in Christ as I share 7 essential principles to be fully furnished with everything you need to grow luxuriantly in the Word of God and community.

Join me today as we not only celebrate our 100th episode and all of God's goodness, but also as we talk about practical ways to guard your heart! Thank you for joining and supporting me on this journey!

Have you ever wondered about the purpose for your life?  Have you asked God, "What am I supposed to be doing?"  "How do I know I'm in Your will?"  I think most people have asked those questions from time to time and the answers are the same for everyone.  Let's dig in together on this week's episode and see what God's word has to say about this subject.

What do you see when you look at things under a microscope?  Magnified deeper looks reveal deep truths!  We see this example in a familiar Old Testament story.  Join me today as we examine how something can look one way from the outside but another way under a deeper look!

In this story of perseverance and pain, I shared my experience hiking two intense Make-A-Wish trails back-to-back, ultimately pushing my body to the brink.  Though I had everything I needed to endure, I didn't know what I didn't know.  Join me as I tell my story of these hikes and how they taught me a huge life lesson!

Everyone is tempted, but how we handle trials and temptation is very important to our walk with Jesus.  Temptation is not a sign of weakness; it's an opportunity to grow stronger, to depend more deeply on Christ, and to press forward with the crown of life in view. So don't give up. Your steadfastness matters. Victory is possible, and blessings are promised to those who overcome!

When you hear the word "prayer" what images come to your mind?  Prayer can feel intimidating or even distant, yet at its core, it is one of the most beautiful gifts we've been given—a direct, personal connection with our Creator.  And if prayer was essential to Jesus, it must become essential to us too.  Join me as we dig into the call to prayer!

When a car is idling, it is sitting still.  The engine is running but you are going nowhere, no matter how high you rev the rpm's.  Join me as we talk about the warnings and dangers of idling too long and what to do if we find ourselves parked in the garage!