Sparkle Speak

Catherine Segars is an award-winning actress and playwright––––turned stay-at-home-mom––––turned author, speaker, podcaster, blogger, and motherhood apologist. This homeschooling mama of five is the host of CHRISTIAN PARENT/CRAZY WORLD, a Life Audio podcast about being a godly parent in an ungodly world, which was named the 2022 Best Kids and Family Podcast by Spark Media . She is author of "Five Myths About Motherhood That Make You Feel Mere, and Why They're Wrong,"  which delves into critical cultural issues that affect families and marginalize mothers. She is a contributing writer for Crosswalk and iBelieve, where her articles reach tens of thousands of readers every month, and she has been published by Focus on the family, Christian Headlines, inCourage, and Arise Daily.  Catherine has a B.A. and an M.A. in Communications and is earning an M.A. in Christian Apologetics to help parents navigate through dangerous secular landmines and establish a sound Biblical foundation for their kids.  In this episode we discuss how wrestling with God allows us to model the Christian walk to our kids. We also discuss the redemptive power of God, and how we can trust him with our dreams, desires, and born/unborn children. Websites: https://catherinesegars.com/ www. sparklefaith.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to a VERY special episode of sparkle speak ~ our 50th episode!  We are honored to have been able to share 50 incredible stories - with hopefully many more on the horizon! Today’s episode features our special guest, Rachael Groll, who is the voice behind the Hearing Jesus Podcast. Rachael is the author of "She Hears: Learning to Listen to Jesus and Go". Rachael and her husband Tim live in PA, where they are part of a church plant in a neighboring community. They have three beautiful daughters: and Rachael serves as a staff pastor of a non-denominational church. We discuss what it looks like to encourage women to harness the value God places on our voices and “go tell your brothers”.   website: https://shehears.org/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello Sparkle Squad! This week on Sparkle Speak, we have author Jodie Berndt on to discuss her new book "Praying the Scriptures for Your Marriage" (releasing April 25th).Jodie is the bestselling author of the Praying the Scriptures book series, and has been a trusted author and speaker for over 30 years. She and her husband have been married 37 years, share four children together, and reside in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In this episode, Jodie shares with us what she believes to be the power of prayer, the power of praying scripture, how to pray with/for a spouse that might not be "into" prayer, and more!Tune in and join us for this inspiring conversation - you won't want to miss it! Find us on the web: https://www.sparklefaith.com or https://jodieberndt.com/You can also find similar faith-based podcasts at www.lifeaudio.comFind us on insta: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio @jodie_berndtTell us about your faith journey!:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/viewform?edit_requested=true Pick up your copy of "Praying the Scriptures for Your Marriage" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Praying-Scriptures-Your-Marriage-Relationship/dp/0310367093    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sonya Hunter has launched her debut book Unsurvivable, which encourages readers to look for the rainbow through their darkest storms. Sonya walks us through how God showed up for her and her son after a fatal car accident that left them battling for life and healing. As we go through some of life's greatest storms, it's nice to know we are not alone, but also that Jesus is in control through it all.   Find "Unsurvivable" here: https://www.amazon.com/Unsurvivable-darkest-storm-always-rainbow/dp/0578797038/ https://unsurvivablebook.com/ Adam's Cape Non-Profit: https://www.facebook.com/adamssuperherocape/ Find us on the web: https://www.sparklefaith.com or https://www.jodieniznik.com You can also find similar faith-based podcasts at www.lifeaudio.comFind us on insta: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio @realsonyahunterTell us about your faith journey!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/viewform?edit_requested=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jodie Niznik, host of the "So Much More: Creating Space for God" Podcast, joins us to share her story of faith. We discuss how often times, our own personal views of our earthly fathers, as well as the cultural view of God, hinders the way we experience him as "Abba" (Father). Jodie also points us towards her free Lent Journal, which can help prepare our hearts to receive the message of Easter this season.Find us on the web: https://www.sparklefaith.com or https://www.jodieniznik.com/You can also find similar faith-based podcasts at www.lifeaudio.comFind us on insta: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio @jodieniznikTell us about your faith journey!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/viewform?edit_requested=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello Sparkle Squad! This week on Sparkle Speak, we have author Michele Cushatt on to discuss her new book "A Faith That Will Not Fail: 10 Practices to Build Up Your Faith When Your World Is Falling Apart" (releasing March 28th).Hear her incredible story of surviving cancer, why a good God would allow "bad things" to happen, and how to view our troubles as experiences never wasted for those who trust in the Lord.Tune in and join us for this inspiring conversation - you won't want to miss it! #SparkleSpeak #MicheleCushatt #AFaithThatWillNotFail #CancerSurvivor #GodsLove #FaithBuilding Find us on the web: https://www.sparklefaith.com or https://michelecushatt.com/You can also find similar faith-based podcasts at www.lifeaudio.comFind us on insta: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio @michelecushattTell us about your faith journey!:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/viewform?edit_requested=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elle Lambadarios (our first episode guest) shares her story of literally coding on an operation table after giving birth, to running a full marathon in NYC. She recounts how she was never afraid, because she knew God was with her on a deep level. As she crossed the finish line, she said "it was You, God, who saved me". Elle shares with us the miracles she experienced as God literally saved her life right before her eyes (even when she literally, could not see). Prayer, forgiveness, and perseverance mark her story.We also talk about how there is no right or wrong way to feel close to Him.Find us on the web: https://www.sparklefaith.comYou can also find similar faith-based podcasts at www.lifeaudio.comFind us on insta: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudio @ellewiklambTell us about your faith journey!:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/viewform?edit_requested=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are joined by Ashleigh Slater, the co-host of the Podcast "Team Us", as well as the author of the books, "Team Us: The Unifying Power of Grace, Commitment, and Cooperation in Marriage" and "Braving Sorrow Together: The Transformative Power of Faith and Community When Life Is Hard." In her writing, she loves to unite the power of a good story with biblical truth and practical application to encourage readers. For more information visit AshleighSlater.com.Ashleigh and Kathryn dive into one of the Team Us Podcast's recent episodes, "How to Rescue a Valentine's Day Gone Wrong", dealing with loss after miscarriage, and anxiety with panic attacks. Scripture Meditations:“I've told you all this so that trusting me, you will be unshakable and assured, deeply at peace. In this godless world you will continue to experience difficulties. But take heart! I've conquered the world.” (John 16:33, MSG)."Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:5-7). Find us on the web: https://www.sparklefaith.comYou can also find similar faith-based podcasts at www.lifeaudio.comFind us on insta: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudioTell us about your faith journey!:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/viewform?edit_requested=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we are joined by the former Director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, Gina Sheets (2013). Gina is a born Hoosier, and maintains a small farm in Clinton County Indiana. Gina and her husband, Travis, are a part of the founding team of Hope in the Harvest Missions International, where they spent five years living and volunteering in Liberia, West Africa.We talk about how Gina knew she felt called to serve in Liberia, the beginnings of Hope in the Harvest Missions International, and the devastation she encountered in Liberia during the Ebola outbreak. Gina reveals she often feels like Jonah being called to Nineveh. Through her story, we can all find hope (and advice) for how to navigate the seasons of life where we are being called to challenging experiences.Gina gives her take on how to:1. Know we are being called, and 2. What to do about it.Find us on the web: https://www.sparklefaith.comYou can also find similar faith-based podcasts at www.lifeaudio.comFind us on insta: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudioTell us about your faith journey!:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/viewform?edit_requested=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Cottrell joins us this week and shares about her faith journey; which includes a challenging event in college that sparked her desire to pursue obedience. She also shares about an intense struggle with anxiety, and how God showed her Scripture was the remedy.We also discuss a great tool for personal bible study: The Daily Walk BibleFind us on the web: https://www.sparklefaith.comYou can also find similar faith-based podcasts at www.lifeaudio.comFind us on insta: @_sparklefaith_ @lifeaudioTell us about your faith journey!:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I7tr-d5D2RiqvXSR-Jx2mGBwK_W28UgwuphJlUq6ijQ/viewform?edit_requested=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.