Rise and Shine

Sometimes we need to stop, open God’s Word, and simply remind ourselves of who He is. In this episode of Rise and Shine , we’re slowing down and reading through Psalms 99–105 together—passages filled with reminders of God’s holiness, goodness, faithfulness, power, and the incredible things He has done for His people. Life is full of hills and valleys. There are seasons when praising God comes easi...

Are you walking in the light—or allowing darkness to dim your relationship with Jesus? Jesus is the Light of the world. As Christians, we aren't called to hide that light—we're called to reflect Him and shine His light into a dark world. But sometimes we allow things into our lives that begin to dim that light. Hidden sin can keep us from walking openly with God. Discouragement can cause u...

Please excuse the sound quality of this episode! Do you feel like brain fog is keeping you from hearing God’s voice and following His call?  Today on the Rise and Shine Podcast, Haylee discusses how the enemy can use brain fog and fatigue to keep us from working in our calling and ministry. Even when we feel like we’ve done all the right things to stay healthy and to do what God has called us to d...

Do you ever feel like God is disappointed in you? Maybe you've made mistakes. Maybe you've fallen back into an old pattern. Maybe you feel like you haven't been doing enough for God—or you're convinced that you've somehow messed up His plan for your life. And because you feel ashamed, you pull away. You stop praying as much. You hesitate to serve. You become afraid to step into...

Have you ever gone through a season where your soul feels dry and thirsty for God ? You want to feel close to Him. You want to hear Him. You want to experience His presence—but instead, it feels like He's far away. In this short episode of Rise and Shine , I read through Psalm 42 and reflect on what it means to thirst for God when our souls feel spiritually dry. Psalm 42 gives us a beautiful p...

Do you ever feel like you're constantly rushing from one thing to the next? Our culture celebrates being busy. We wear full calendars like badges of honor, take on more than we should, and hurry through our days trying to accomplish everything. But what if our busyness is keeping us from the very things God is calling us to? In this episode of Rise and Shine , we take a closer look at 1 Thessa...

Have you ever felt like you had to earn God's love ? Maybe you've believed that if you prayed more, served more, read your Bible more, or simply tried harder, God would love or accept you more. The good news of the Gospel is this: Salvation isn't something we earn—it's a gift we receive through Jesus Christ. In this episode of Rise and Shine , we're reading through Galatians 5...

Have you ever picked up your phone for "just a minute"... only to realize an hour has disappeared? Or maybe you've noticed it's becoming harder to focus, be creative, sit in silence, or spend meaningful time with God. In this episode of Rise and Shine , we're talking about one of the biggest spiritual challenges of our generation: constant distraction. Our phones, social medi...

Have you ever felt like everything was going well... until suddenly it wasn't? Maybe you've been faithfully following God, serving where He's called you, and then out of nowhere life throws obstacle after obstacle in your path. You start wondering: "Did I do something wrong?" "Did I miss God's will?" "Have I messed everything up?" In this episode of Ri...

How often do we miss Jesus because we're looking for Him only in the big moments? In this special episode of Rise and Shine , I sit down with Shelby Gardner , author of Lily Pads , for a conversation about finding Jesus in the everyday moments of life, trusting God's leading when we don't understand where He's taking us, and the incredible power of sharing our stories. So often, we...

Have you ever left a church service, conference, retreat, or worship night feeling completely on fire for God—only to struggle to maintain that same passion once you returned to everyday life? In this episode of Rise and Shine , we're talking about what it means to stand firm in your faith when you're no longer surrounded by other believers and how to remain rooted in Christ when facing te...

In this short episode of Rise and Shine , we read through Psalm 22 and reflect on what it means to trust God even in seasons when He feels distant. Psalm 22 begins with deep anguish and the words: “My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?” These are the same words Jesus spoke on the cross. This Psalm is a powerful reminder that even in suffering, pain, confusion, and silence… we can still choose...

Have you ever felt so discouraged that you just want to give up? Like you’re not good enough for what God has called you to do… Like you keep failing… Or like you’re just too tired to keep going? In this episode of Rise and Shine , Haylee talks honestly about discouragement and how even strong believers experience moments of deep exhaustion and doubt. 🔑 In This Episode, We Cover: We look at the s...

In this episode of Rise and Shine , we talk about something that goes directly against the culture we live in — humility . The world tells us to climb higher, build more, and become greater. But Jesus teaches something completely different. He says: “If anyone wants to be first, he must be last of all and servant of all.” Through passages like Mark 9, Matthew 18, and Mark 10 , we see that the King...

In this episode of Rise and Shine , we continue last week’s conversation on worry by shifting our focus to the solution: daily trust in God . Letting go of worry isn’t a one-time decision. It’s a daily choice. Jesus calls us in Matthew 6:25–33 not just to stop worrying , but to seek first the Kingdom of God . That means learning to rely on Him—not just when life feels overwhelming, but every singl...

In this episode of Rise and Shine , we talk about something many believers quietly struggle with — control and worry . We try to manage outcomes. We strive for peace. We work so hard to feel secure… But what if in doing that, we’re missing what Jesus has already freely given? Scripture reminds us that through His death and resurrection, Jesus already secured our freedom, joy, and peace . When we s...

In this episode of Rise and Shine , we talk about something that many believers struggle with — correction . In today’s culture, correction can feel uncomfortable, offensive, or even unloving. But Scripture shows us a very different picture. Biblical correction is not meant to tear down — it’s meant to build up, restore, and draw us closer to Christ. So why are we so afraid of it? And what would i...

In this short episode of Rise and Shine , we dive into 1 Peter 5:8 , where Scripture warns believers to be sober-minded and alert because the enemy is prowling like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour . The reality of spiritual warfare can feel overwhelming at times, but the Bible makes something very clear: we are not powerless in this fight. Through Jesus, believers have been given auth...

In this episode of Rise and Shine , we continue the story of David by reading through 1 Samuel chapters 18–20 . After defeating Goliath, David quickly rises in favor with the people of Israel. Scripture tells us again and again that David was successful because the Lord was with him . But success and obedience didn’t mean life became easier. Instead, David begins facing jealousy, betrayal, and eve...

In this episode of Rise and Shine , Haylee sits down with special guest Teresa Gambler to unpack something we don’t often talk about — “Christian speak.” Words like: Sanctification Obedience Heart posture Plead the blood These phrases are common in church culture… but do we really understand what they mean? And more importantly — do the people we’re ministering to understand them? Together, we bre...

In this episode of Rise and Shine , we read through and break down Psalm 46 — one of the most powerful passages about God’s protection, strength, and sovereignty in the midst of chaos. When the world feels unstable… When attacks come… When fear tries to take over… God is not shaken. Psalm 46 reminds us that He is our refuge and strength — an ever-present help in trouble. We don’t fight for the hig...

In this episode of Rise and Shine , Haylee shares a raw and honest conversation about what it means to be intentional in your relationship with Jesus , especially during seasons when motivation feels low. We all go through times when our spiritual disciplines feel hard — prayer feels quiet, Scripture feels distant, and motivation fades. But following Jesus was never meant to be passive. Faith does...

In this episode of Rise and Shine, Haylee reveals her thoughts on AI, and how Christians should respond to it. We talk about how AI is a useful tool, but all too often people use it as a replacement for relationships, joy, peace, and ultimately, Jesus. The episode reminds us all to use wisdom, be watchful and discerning, and to ultimately, look to Jesus for the answers in your life. Key Scriptures...

In 1 Samuel chapters 16 and 17 , we see one of the most famous stories in the Bible — David and Goliath — but this account is about far more than a giant being defeated. In this episode of Rise and Shine , Haylee reads through 1 Samuel 16–17 and pauses to unpack powerful lessons about identity, faith, obedience, and trusting God completely. We talk about how God does not look at outward appearance...

God is calling His people to take their faith seriously — and this call is not rooted in fear, but in love, urgency, and truth. In this episode of Rise and Shine , Haylee shares a timely message about moving beyond casual, comfortable Christianity and stepping into deeper prayer, obedience, and boldness in sharing the Gospel. Trusting God is easy when everything makes sense — but true faith is bui...