Pervasive Joy: Stephen Posey

What does a focus on heaven do for our lives? Well, it puts a lot into perspective, namely, how we should deal with and use joy. Listen in as Stephen Posey talks through the pervasiveness of joy itself.

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Looking for God in the Details: Bendi Benson Schrambach

As believers, sometimes it's hard to realize that the prayers we've prayed in the past have come to fruition in the present: prayer amnesia, as Bendi calls it! Tune in as Bendi reminds us to look for God in the details of our everyday lives and to be mindful of the ways God continues to work even if we've stopped praying.

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From Surfer to Cowboy - Monty Rieck

Monty Rieck is a tried and true cowboy–and a follower of Jesus to boot! He is a 4th generation plumbing contractor, former building inspector, and construction superintendent turned author and evangelist! Life has never had a dull moment for Monty, in fact, quite the opposite! Monty’s been through many ups and downs, but has finally found his steady rock and peace in the love of Jesus Christ–and he’s not afraid to share it! Watch the full interview to hear more of Monty’s testimony and click the link here to find his book, I Am Eli.

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The Difference Between Forgiveness and Restoration - Stephen Posey

Stephen Posey is the lead teaching and vision pastor at Reality Santa Barbara and an experienced voiceover artist as well. Here he distinguishes the difference between forgiveness and true restoration of relationship, taking the pressure of “forgive and forget” off the table and instead framing the conversation with forgiveness as the first step in the journey toward real reconciliation.

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Hearing the Voice of God - Laura & Russell Libby

Laura and Russell Libby are the proud owners of Four Paws Ranch. They speak on the need for individuals to hear the voice of God and start living according to it! Current cultural context dictates that everyone rush about and attend to responsibilities, but Laura and Russell believe that being still and opening oneself up to the voice of God is always the best policy!

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To See and Be Seen! - Ian Bentley

Ian Bentley is the co-founder and CEO of Parker Clay, a local Santa Barbara based company that was founded to provide women in Ethiopia with steady jobs so they could provide for themselves and their families. Ian and his wife have made these women who work for them part of their own family! Watch the full interview to hear the many stories of heart-warming compassion and service!

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Belonging is a Critical Aspect of Our Humanity - Terrence Lester

Terrence Lester is a writer, a storyteller, a scholar, and the founder and executive director of an organization called Love Beyond Walls. He has written many books and is a widely sought after speaker. Here he reminds us of the importance of being connected to community because belonging is an essential part of the human experience! Watch the full interview to learn more!

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The Jewels We Pass On - Stacy DeWitt

Stacy DeWitt is the executive director of James Storehouse, an organization dedicated to equipping families with the practical materials needed to foster and adopt. Here she shares that it is actually through experiencing those hardships herself that she is able to pass on that knowledge and experience to others who are currently in the hard places. Watch the full interview to hear her story!

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Always Have A Plan-Barbara Jordan

Barbara Jordan is the founder of Always Bev, an organization dedicated to spreading awareness and equipping women and men to be prepared to defend their physical safety in any instance. Here she stresses the importance of always having a plan, always being prepared to respond effectively and safely in any situation. Watch the full interview to hear the story behind why Barb started Always Bev.

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Sally and Chuck Cook

Chuck and Sally Cook are the founders of Hope Refuge in Santa Barbara, CA, a nonprofit that offers transitional housing and therapy to girls who’ve been sex trafficked to help them transition “from slavery to freedom.” Watch the full interview to learn more!

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A Resilient Community- Gregg Hart

Gregg Hart is a local of Santa Barbara and recently served as a chairperson on the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors. Community has always been hugely important to Gregg; here he discusses the ways he has seen the Santa Barbara Community rally to support each other, especially in the aftermath of COVID-19. Watch the full interview to hear more from Gregg and his experience!

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"The Prescription is in the Dirt"- Fatima Oliver

Fatima Oliver is the author of the book, “The Prescription is in the Dirt,” and here she shares with us the meaning behind the title. The ‘Dirt’ refers to the hard things in life, the topics we deem unspeakable, the pain that permeates the deepest. Watch the full interview to hear Fatima bring some of those things into the light as she shares the inspiration behind her book!

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NBA Scounting- Curt Pickering

Curt Pickering has always loved sports and was actually an NBA scout for many years. Here he shares with us the process that went into recommending players for the teams; he was always looking for skill, but beyond that he was searching for the grittiness, determination, mental strength, and consistency that really make the individual stand out. Watch the full interview to hear more!

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Commitment To Marriage- Jade Molina

Jade Molina had some wild younger years, and in this clip he shares a glimpse of how it was only the voice of the Lord to his wife that kept his marriage together during that time. 26 years and four grown children later, it is their mutual commitment to the Lord first that still is the glue holding their marriage together. Watch the full interview to hear more stories and encouragements from Jade!

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Creative Voice - Kerstin Lynam

Kerstin Lynam shares with us the mission of her organization, The Pablove Foundation, which is dedicated to giving children battling pediatric cancer a creative voice and outlet through their photography program! Watch the full interview to hear more of the mission and heart of The Pablove Foundation!

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