Talk and Pray for Life and Business

Growth in a natural process, but we often get frustrated with growth isn't happening on our timetable. Today's episode explores what it takes to grow your relationship with God and your business. It won't be easy, and you can stunt your growth with inattention or lack of discipline, but growth brings with it great rewards! A great opportunity for growth is the Talk & Pray His Po...

I've been keeping a secret... or two! I actually got out of college without ... Well, you'll have to listen to find out! In the meantime, when the rough waters come, it's a good idea to turn to the One whom the wind and waves obey. The rough waters give us a unique opportunity to understand something new or be reminded of a truth that we forgot. "How many are you rworks, LORD!...

An old Star Trek episode—the first pilot episode before there was a Captain James T. Kirk!—finds the crew of the Starship Enterprise attempting to rescue the crew that's crashed on a planet, only to discover that the species on the planet wants to find a partner for the lone survivor of the crash, a human female, for their "zoo." Captain Pike and Spock realize the human female is an...

I missed recording last week's podcast because of sickness, so I'm delighted to be back at it this week, talking about the healing properties of hot showers and preparing to receive the Living Water for our life and business. Ol' Elisha brought water to the Kings of Israel, Judah and Edom and their fighting men and horses when it looked like death and failure was imminent. How are y...

What does Dances with Wolves have to do with your identity?  Often what we do reveals more about who we think we are than who God has created us to be!  Listen in to my birthin' & baby story and how a trip to the theater translated to spiritual truth later. Don't forget to follow or subscribe! If you'd like the link delivered to your inbox, drop your email with me at  https://ww...

Out of the mouths of babes—my daughter''s observation about her mindset reveals a lot about how we need to think! Who do we allow to set our minds? Jesus has a way of thinking that is counter cultural and can impact your success in dramatic ways IF you depend upon Him as the source of your thoughts. As always, follow or subscribe so that you never miss an episode! As a new podcast, your...

The date slipped up on me! I had no idea until I settled down and looked at the calendar. This day I remember and celebrate a life well lived, and the power of promise of resurrection made real by Jesus. I see it in unexpected ways. This is a short look at my son Sam's legacy.  Check out more of Sam's story here:  HOPE   and here:  PEACE The blog posts above have great pictures of Sam, b...

Seems like the Day After a big event—the holidays, a conference, a goal achieved (or not)—is rife with disappointment or disillusionment. And with the New Year looming, all the new goals and dreams, or old ones revisited, maybe a different goal paradigm will ignite excitement! Two truths make it possible, if we believe! To get Talk & Pray for Life & Business delivered to your in-box, opt i...

Anticipation is making me wait... This time of year is rife with eager expectation! I remember a particular Christmas when my Mom had a special request, and it looked like she would be disappointed. The package she received didn't look like she expected, kinda like how Messiah looked when He came to earth! Oh that we would package our lives and businesses to look more like Jesus! Look for my...

Home Alone,  a classic! I think so! It's in my Top 10 list of Christmas movies, and its themes reveal much. Who iknew that so many of the things we want, and even acquire, can leave us feeling empty and lacking, wanting more. It's the classic quote from the movie: "You guys had enough? Or are you thirsty for more!?" Jesus encounters a woman who is thirsty for more, and David&ap...

What is it about the 30-second elevator spiel that causes me to panic? Besides overthinking it, I worry about that "first impression" thing. But the reality is that, like the spiel I spent time refining, we are also in a state of constant refinement. Every day is a new opportunity, a do-over with more skill, more understanding, more wisdom that we had yesterday. And if we allow the Supre...

Take a knee... I almost had my knee taken a few years ago. Physical Therapy taught me a few things. Then I read Paul's prayer for the Ephesians! His reasons for praying are instructive and inspiring, and they remind me why full range of motion for my knees is valuable today! His Power At Work Mastermind will begin in December. Interested in the FREE session on Goals? Sign up for it at  MASTER...

What's your name, Little Girl, what's your name? Naming our three children was a challenge, and when it came to the 3rd kid, our options provided some interesting possibilities! In Scripture, names had significance, and were directly related to a person's identity. Our identity is still a big ol' deal, even if our given names no longer reflect who we are. Samuel is an interesti...

I review of some of my goals for this year and my plans for the coming new year.  I am excited about a Mastermind called His Power at Work...a community of women who want to see God set goals for their lives and businesses and equip us to succeed in His perfect plan. It'll take Who, Prayer, Community to accomplish it!  For information about His Power at Work Mastermind, go to  His Power at Wo...

Are you a person who asks for directions? Do you know where you're going and how to get there? Is it possible to get there if you don't really know the destination? just that it's "out there....somewhere"? Often God calls us to go without giving up all the details, and He desires to teach us to trust Him in the journey.  Can we "boldy go where no one has gone before&q...

What can we learn from Barty Crouch, Jr. and Mad-Eye Moody about our focus as business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders? Constant Vigilance! As we "put on" Christ, we must watch that we are wearing Him well! Transcripts for each Talk & Pray podcast are available at Talkandpray.us/podcast . More information about coaching, courses, speaking can be found at Talkandpray.us And you&apo...

I know, Daddy! So much good common sense, and too often I've answered the way I did as a teenager to my parents.  I know, I know... and then did what I want to do! What good is advice if you are not willing to act upon what you hear?  A king of old had the same opportunity... to hear and act upon wise advice or do what he wanted to do, what ego or a lack of confidence or just plain foolishnes...

A filling with no novocain... remembering my old-timey dentist mix the amalgam that he'd use to fill my cavity  brings to mind the amalgam of influences that we are exposed to through what we see, hear, and read on social media, in books, television, the internet. How do these mix with who God has created us to be? Three questions I consider before allowing a voice to speak into my life in to...

From songs with my name in them to my reputation! Reputation is one of those old-fashioned concepts that we don't talk much about. In the social media era, though, a reputation can be ruined in a matter of minutes. What can we do to establish and keep a good reputation? I share five ways that you can be sure will boost your name! For a transcript of the show and more information, go to  Talka...

Stop, listen, and look! A problem gets overblown in my head, I play the avoiding game, and next thing you know I'm ready to sell my first-born child, or like Elijah, ready to call it quits because I'm afraid. Time to get a grip! When we get distracted by fear or frustration or fatigue, we can learn to "get a grip" and work through the problem. Often it's after a big win th...

Are you a "Captain of Industry?" If you are industrious and have industrial strength you absolutely can be wealthy in all the ways that matter. This episode is dedicated to my momma who was a Captain of Industry in her own right. Hear what characteristics distinguished her as a great success, and the wisdom that passed from her generation to the next! Coming later this year is a new on-l...

We think systems slow us down, but I'm convinced God, the Apostle Paul, and my sweet momma looooved systems for a reason. Whether it's laundry or paper or how you shower every day, a system will enable you to be more productive and effective in life and business!   As always, transcripts for the podcast are available at TALK & PRAY PODCAST ! You can subscribe to the Talk & Pray e...

I injured my eye this week, and boy did I learn some lessons! This episode is a little raw because I recorded it in pain! (Funny, not funny) Tune in to laugh at me and with me, and also pick up some wisdom that a little pain reveals. As always, get more info on the podcast and other Talk & Pray courses and coaching at https://www.talkandpray.us/podcast!

Murder Hornets? I've got questions. En route to the Promised Land, the Israelites have questions. There's no way they can see winning the battles required to claim God's promise. He tells them of His "secret weapon" right out of the Marvel Universe! Who knew! Thank you for listening! Be sure to follow or subscribe, and share with people in your circle that might enjoy an u...

If you were eavesdropping on my conversations with myself, you might be appalled at the level of cruelty present in my words to myself. Are you a negative self-talker, too? Listen in to the revelation I had about dealing gently with myself and why it's important for us to overcome the limiting beliefs and condemnation we sow into ourselves and others. Jesus is gentle; and wisdom from above is...