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Join us in this heartfelt episode as we welcome Maria Mukrdechian, author of The Return: Believing the Faithfulness of God in Calling Your Prodigal Home. Maria’s powerful story began in her living room, where a sincere prayer for healing from a cigarette addiction led her to a profound faith in Jesus. Through her journey, she’s discovered the unwavering faithfulness of God and the transformative power of prayer for our loved ones who may be wandering away from belief. Tune in as Maria shares her insights on embracing hope, the importance of persistent prayer, and the beautiful journey of welcoming prodigals back home. Whether you're a believer or seeking answers, this conversation promises to inspire and uplift your spirit! www.sparklefaith.com www.lifeaudio.com   Instagram: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio   Share your story of faith with us to be featured on an episode of Sparkle Speak: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/edit#responses Link to Maria's Devotional: https://www.amazon.com/Return-Believing-faithfulness-calling-prodigal/dp/B0CP4NNBZ9   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Assistant Worship Director and former Labor and Delivery Nurse, Cat Gibson, who shares her inspiring faith story that began in her early childhood. Growing up in a Christian family, Cat found solace in Psalm 23 during life’s toughest moments. As she reflects on her journey, Cat opens up about her significant career shift from a labor and delivery nurse to embracing the unknown. She candidly discusses the identity shifts that accompany such a transition, exploring how faith played a crucial role in redefining her purpose and navigating uncertainty. Join us for a conversation filled with vulnerability, hope, and the profound ways faith can guide us through life’s changes. Whether you're facing your own crossroads or seeking inspiration, Cat's story is sure to resonate. Don’t miss this uplifting episode! www.sparklefaith.com www.lifeaudio.com   Instagram: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio   Share your story of faith with us to be featured on an episode of Sparkle Speak: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/edit#responses   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

(Repost) Our guest, Angie Pryor, comes on to share her story of how she became a believer in Jesus, through a powerful dream during a potentially fatal illness. In her dream, she experienced the battle for her soul between good and evil.   www.sparklefaith.com www.lifeaudio.com   Instagram: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio   Share your story of faith with us to be featured on an episode of Sparkle Speak: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/edit#responses   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

[REPOST] Sadie shares her story of how she stepped out in faith to pursue a career as an artist. She talks about the power of prayer, holding every opportunity and choice losely with an open hand, and what God has shown her through different moments in life. She also shares why she is drawn to drawing clouds in the sky! Check out her work at https://www.sadiewilsonart.com/ or @sadiewilsonart on Instagram! www.sparklefaith.com www.lifeaudio.com   Instagram: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio   Share your story of faith with us to be featured on an episode of Sparkle Speak: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/edit#responses   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

REPOST: Christa shares her story of walking through a season of grief after miscarriage. Her beautiful story talks about hope and God's love in the midst of pain.   Find Us on Instagram: @_Sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio Share your story of faith with us to be featured on an episode of Sparkle Speak: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/edit#responses   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Galatians 6: 7-10 : Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.  Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers. 2 Corinthians 6: 7-10: Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships and distresses;  in beatings, imprisonments and riots; in hard work, sleepless nights and hunger;  in purity, understanding, patience and kindness; in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love;  in truthful speech and in the power of God; with weapons of righteousness in the right hand and in the left;  through glory and dishonor, bad report and good report; genuine, yet regarded as impostors;  known, yet regarded as unknown; dying, and yet we live on; beaten, and yet not killed;  sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; poor, yet making many rich; having nothing, and yet possessing everything. Jeremiah 17: 5-8 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed is the one who trusts in man,    who draws strength from mere flesh    and whose heart turns away from the Lord.That person will be like a bush in the wastelands;    they will not see prosperity when it comes.They will dwell in the parched places of the desert,    in a salt land where no one lives. “But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord,    whose confidence is in him.They will be like a tree planted by the water    that sends out its roots by the stream.It does not fear when heat comes;    its leaves are always green.It has no worries in a year of drought    and never fails to bear fruit.” Psalm 1: Blessed is the one    who does not walk in step with the wickedor stand in the way that sinners take    or sit in the company of mockers,but whose delight is in the law of the Lord,    and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water,    which yields its fruit in seasonand whose leaf does not wither— Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Join us for a fireside chat about getting our hearts reconnected to God when we feel like we are in a spiritual "desert".  Get Quiet Repentance Read the Word Therapy Tools   “If you repent, I will restore you that you may serve me" - Jeremiah 15:19 "If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land." -2 Chronicles 7:14   Find us on IG: @_sparklefaith_ and @lifeaudio   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Let's revisit one of our earlier episodes of Sparkle Speak! Sara Kreig, wife, mother of two, and full- time Women's Ministry Director, discusses her personal faith journey. She shares what she believes is the "Secret Sauce" to Christian living ; “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer” (Romans 12:12). Find us: www.sparklefaith.com IG: @_sparklefaith_ @LifeAudio   Share your story of faith with us to be featured on an episode of Sparkle Speak: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/edit#responses Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Pastor and best-selling Author, Kimberly Jones, joins us on this episode to discuss her new book - "Unstuck: 90 Days of Inspiration, Encouragement, and the Promise of New Life."  We'll explore what it means to break free from being "stuck" and how to embrace a life of purpose and possibility. Pastor Kimberly Jones, also known as Real Talk Kim on Instagram. She wears many hats — mother, pastor, entrepreneur, mentor, motivational speaker, and best-selling author. But above all, she's on a mission to love people back to life. With her infectious energy and unwavering faith, she travels the world spreading messages of hope and empowerment. You might have seen her on shows like Preachers of Atlanta, and Dr. Oz.  She’s also a Senior Pastor at her church in Atlanta and a mother to two sons.   Find Us on Instagram: @RealTalkKim @_Sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio   Kim's Website: https://realtalkkim.com/   Share your story of faith with us to be featured on an episode of Sparkle Speak: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/edit#responses   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Michigan based author and speaker, Karen Ehman, joins us to talk about her books "Keep It Shut: What to Say, How to Say It, and When to Say Nothing at All" and "Zip It: The Keep It Shut 40-Day Challenge".  We discuss her motivations for writing this book, as well as her inspiration for avoiding gossip. Karen provides us with some practical advice through stories on how to handle gossip in a godly way, and some wisdom learned on how to make our words "sweet like honey", rather than damaging and unwholesome.  Scripture: Proverbs 10:19: "Sin is not ended by multiplying words, but the prudent hold their tongues." Proverbs 15:4: "The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit." Ephesians 4:29: "Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen". Colossians 4:6: "Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone." Proverbs 16:24: "Kind words are like honey - sweet to the soul, and healthy for the body".    Websites: https://karenehman.com/ www.sparklefaith.com www.lifeaudio.com   Instagram: @karenehman @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio   Share your story of faith with us to be featured on an episode of Sparkle Speak: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/edit#responses   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.