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Why is it so difficult to be thankful at this time of year? We plainly see much to be concerned over and that can be hard to rise above. Co-host Dave Donaldson breaks down the impact of gratitude in this empowering podcast and issues a challenge.

You are not the only one who has ever been depressed, anxious, or stressed; everyone has. Pastor, speaker and podcast host Wesley Towne says that his broken life led to his calling. He loves Jesus, was in the Word and in prayer daily…

You may be a solid communicator, skilled craftsman, or acclaimed academic, but have you ever looked at your child, or grandchild, and found yourself speechless? According to Dr. Kathy Koch, that is not bad. Founding President of Celebrate Kids, co-founder of Ignite the Family, faculty at Summit Ministries, public speaker, and author…

Does fear impact your ability to function at times? Kristel Ward is an author, speaker, podcast host, and teacher who, having taught in some rough districts, felt she could handle the toughest situations. Then her youngest son began having daily seizures. Suddenly, Ward’s confidence was replaced with fear, and her hope dissolved.

How can one little strip of land be worth so much trouble and so many lives? Uri Steinberg is a ninth generation Israeli. He is also a father. His service for the government and work with the Israeli Ministry of Justice never prepared him for the injustice of October 7, 2023.

Culture has been stumped in its effort to define a woman, but can you define a Christian? Is it someone who goes to church and reads the Bible, one who accomplishes powerful things for the church and for God…

Desperate for a change in leadership? For someone you can trust? Someone with clarity, character and competence? What if the leader that needs changing is you? Leadership coach, speaker, and author Danita Bye…

You know that internal conversation wherein you process doubts and insecurities, and often wind up feeling insufficient or unaccomplished? Caitlyn Scaggs, author, entrepreneur, marketeer, and dynamic motivator shares how she learned to balance life by addressing