The Joy Bringer Podcast with Season Bowers

In this episode of the Joy Bringer podcast, Season reflects on the Advent season, emphasizing the importance of hope and rest during this time. She shares personal anecdotes and scriptural insights, encouraging listeners to embrace the joy of the season while being intentional about resting in God's goodness. The conversation highlights the significance of the candle of hope, the anticipation of g...

In this episode, Season reflects on the one-year anniversary of the Joy Bringer Podcast, expressing gratitude for the journey and the listeners. She discusses the unexpected challenges and triumphs faced over the year, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, trust in God's plan, and finding joy in the present moment. Season encourages listeners to embrace the holiday season with grace and to lo...

In this conversation, Season and guest Grant Standefer explore the themes of community, flexibility, and the importance of loving one's neighbor. They discuss the journey of a pastor, the challenges of connecting with neighbors, and the significance of listening and understanding in building relationships. The conversation emphasizes the need for flexibility during the holiday season and the role...

In this episode of the Joy Bringer podcast, Season explores the core value of flexibility, emphasizing its importance in trusting God and living in the present moment. She discusses the challenges of letting go of control and personal agendas, especially during the holiday season, and encourages listeners to serve others and be aware of their needs. The conversation highlights the significance of...

In this episode of the Joy Bringer Podcast, Season explores the profound theme of faith amidst uncertainty, drawing inspiration from the biblical story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. The discussion centers around the powerful statement 'But even if he doesn't,' emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's goodness even when prayers seem unanswered. Season reflects on personal experiences o...

In this heartfelt conversation, Season expresses gratitude to listeners and shares personal reflections on the themes of forgiveness, grace, and entitlement. The discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing generational patterns and the power of prayer while navigating the delicate balance between boldness and entitlement in one's relationship with God. Season encourages listeners to draw n...

In this episode of the Joy Bringer Podcast, host Season is joined by Bethany Kimsey from the Warrior Mama podcast. They discuss the importance of understanding generational heritage, the power of redemption, and the impact of blessings in parenting. Bethany shares her journey of raising eight children, the significance of speaking life into their lives, and the need to break generational curses th...

In this episode of the Joy Bringer Podcast, Season introduces the October challenge centered around the core value of forgiveness. She emphasizes the importance of understanding generational patterns through the creation of a genogram, which helps identify both curses and blessings passed down through family lines. The conversation highlights the power of prayer and forgiveness in breaking negativ...

In this episode, Season shares her personal journey of waiting for the release of her audiobook, 'The Joy Bringer Challenge.' She reflects on the challenges and growth experienced during this period, emphasizing the importance of joyful perseverance and faith in God. Season encourages listeners who are also in a season of waiting, reminding them of the strength and joy that can be found in faith a...

In this conversation, Rachael Groll and Season discuss the transformative power of gratitude and how it fuels faith in times of uncertainty. They explore Rachael's recent experiences with Compassion International, highlighting full circle moments in her mission work, the importance of recognizing God's hand in their lives, and the healing that comes from serving others. They emphasize the need for...

In this episode of the Joy Bringer podcast, Season discusses the importance of gratitude and sharing testimonies of God's provision in our lives. Through personal stories of financial miracles and unexpected blessings, the host emphasizes the need to trust in God's timing and creativity in providing for our needs. The conversation encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences of faith a...

Season and her guest Janice discuss the importance of praising God in advance for the things they are believing and praying for. They share their personal testimonies of God's faithfulness and how they have learned to trust Him in their journeys. They emphasize the need to have a purpose and mission in marriage and to be content in their single seasons. They also talk about the importance of remem...

In this episode, Season discusses the importance of gratitude and how it can bring joy and strengthen our faith. She introduces the Joy Bringer challenge for the month, which focuses on the core value of gratitude. Season shares her gratitude practice, including breath prayers and sharing testimonies of God's faithfulness. She emphasizes the power of gratitude in shifting our perspective and recog...

Robert Smyth and Season discuss their history together at Lambs Players Theater and the importance of storytelling. They explore the origins of Lambs Players Theater and its mission to tell good stories well. They also discuss the role of creativity and joy in the theater and the significance of rest and flexibility in maintaining a healthy artistic community. In this conversation, Season and Robe...

In this conversation, Season, Tracy, and Aeron discuss the importance of play in our lives and how it can enhance our well-being and creativity. They explore the idea that play is not just a luxury or a privilege, but a vital part of our existence. Tracy shares her experience of rediscovering play in her art and how it has reignited her passion and creativity. They also discuss the societal pressu...

In this episode of the Joy Bringer Podcast, Season and Kris Bowers discuss the importance of adventure as a part of rest and play. They share personal stories of their own adventurous experiences and how they connect with God during those times. They emphasize the need to step out of comfort zones and embrace the unknown, trusting in God's guidance. The episode highlights the idea that adventure i...

In this episode, Season introduces the concept of play and its importance in finding joy and rest. She discusses the idea of letting go of burdens and embracing fun and adventure. Season emphasizes the need to lower the bar of delight and find joy in simple things. She also explores the relationship between work and play, and how play can become work if not approached with intention. Throughout th...

This episode of the Joy Bringer Podcast explores the theme of change, specifically how people can change. Season emphasizes the importance of being flexible and open to change, as well as trusting in the Lord's guidance. She shares examples from scripture, such as the transformation of Saul to Paul and Peter's ideological shift, to illustrate how change can be uncomfortable and cause division. The...

In this conversation, Aaron Russ and Season discuss the importance of being close and present in order to experience joy and navigate change. Aaron shares his personal journey of dealing with anxiety and finding freedom through practices that anchor him in the present moment. They emphasize the need to let go of control and embrace the vulnerability of experiencing joy. They also discuss the signi...

In this conversation, Season and Phil discuss the importance of flexibility and surrender in experiencing joy and freedom. They talk about the need to release control and trust in God's plan, even when it doesn't align with our expectations. Phil shares personal stories of how he has learned to let go of his identity, sufficiency, and contentment in order to fully trust in God. They emphasize the...

In this episode, Season shares personal stories of major changes in her life, from the loss of loved ones to career transitions. She emphasizes the importance of being open to change and trusting in God's plan. Season talks about her journey of rediscovering her faith and finding a new sense of identity. She also discusses the significance of receiving messages from God through others and the need...

In this episode, Season discusses the importance of flexibility and the role it plays in experiencing joy. She shares the story of Peter's imprisonment in Act 12 and how he found peace and hope in the midst of his circumstances. Season encourages listeners to loosen their grip of control and trust in God's leading. She emphasizes the power of prayer and the assurance that God is at work, even when...

Season apologizes for a previous podcast episode that did not present a complete and accurate story. She acknowledges the pain and confusion caused by the incomplete narrative and expresses her regret. Season emphasizes the ongoing process of healing, making amends, and forgiveness for all parties involved. She highlights the importance of truth, reconciliation, and growth. Season removes the podc...

In this episode, Season discusses the five apology languages, based on the book The 5 Apology Languages: The Secret to Healthy Relationships by Gary Chapman, Jennifer Thomas. It's similar to the 5 love languages by the same author. She explains that apologizing is not easy, but it is an important step in reconciliation and working towards forgiveness. The five apology languages are: Express regret...

Season introduces the Joy Bringer Challenge for the month of June, focusing on the Joy Bringer Core Value of forgiveness the challenge is to make amends, take responsibility and apologize. She shares personal stories and biblical references to emphasize the importance and the impact of apologizing and making amends. Click here to get the Joy Bringer Challenge Calendar   Takeaways: - Expressing gra...