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If you’ve ever walked through a season of loss, exhaustion, or endless waiting — wondering what God is doing or why He seems silent — this episode is for you. In the premiere of Spark Faith, Dr. Kris Sargent opens her heart about a deeply personal season that changed everything. After losing her mother in early 2024, Kris found herself emotionally and spiritually drained. Instead of rushing back into work and “getting back on the horse,” she heard God say one word: wait. What felt like an unwanted pause became sacred preparation. Through that quiet season, God began to remind her — and now all of us — that He never wastes our pain. He repurposes every experience, every tear, every waiting season for our growth, His glory, and the good of others. In this first episode, you’ll discover:✨ Why it’s okay to be honest with God — even angry with Him — and still pray through the pain.✨ What Romans 8:26–28 really means in context (hint: God is already working with your pain, not around it).✨ How the Holy Spirit intercedes when we have no words left to pray.✨ Why our waiting seasons are often God’s preparation seasons.✨ How God uses our stories to bring comfort, hope, and healing to others. Dr. Kris also shares why a Functional Medicine doctor is talking about God — and how her decades of experience helping women heal physically led her to realize that the heart and the body can’t be separated.Lab tests can’t heal grief, and supplements can’t restore a weary soul. Only God can. Spark Faith is where faith and functional medicine meet — helping women heal their bodies, renew their minds, and rediscover God’s presence in every part of their journey. Scriptures mentioned:Romans 8:18, 26–28 · 2 Corinthians 1:3–4 · Genesis 50:20 · Psalm 34:18 If you’ve been in a waiting season or wrestling with unanswered prayers, this episode will remind you that your story isn’t over — it’s being rewritten by the One who makes all things new. 🎧 Tune in now and be encouraged.Because your pain is not pointless — and God doesn’t waste a thing. Renewed Health. Rooted in Truth. Restored by Grace.

God has done so much for me in the past 18 months...The Journey of how motivation, Shame, and Guilt Shifted to Stewardship, Grace, and Gratitude. Get ready For Your Best Body For God with Functional Medicine, so can YOU!

Meet Melina Kane. She helps women like you organize their homes with a system specifically designed for your personality, tendencies, and motivators so that in two weeks, you’ll be less overwhelmed with clutter again. As a mom of littles, she found herself drowning in stuff, constantly stressed, and lacking purpose in my days. Then she discovered she could reclaim her sanity, joy, and sense of self simply by removing the clutter from my home. That simple act sparked her confidence, renewed her sense of purpose, and enabled her to create systems and rhythms foundational to her growing family. Now, she's here to guide you through the same transformation. If you're feeling overwhelmed, Melina can help you create a home that reflects your values, a heart that is at peace, and habits that support your best life. WHAT'S YOUR ORGANIZING TYPE? Get your quiz here: https://pages.melinakanecoaching.com/organizingquiz Connect with Melina: www.melinakanecoaching.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/melinakane/ https://www.instagram.com/cultivateyourlegacy/

Step into the Intersection of Faith and Culture with Temeko Richardson as she delves into the heart of youth and contemporary issues often unaddressed in traditional Church settings. Join us as we navigate the complexities of faith, fearlessly exploring topics that challenge, inspire, and resonate with today's generation, including women in the pulpit. Temeko Richardson, seasoned Executive Producer, Director, and Writer, is known for her inspirational films that combine business acumen with artistic vision, earning her eight awards. Her latest film, "At the Cross," explores thought-provoking topics often overlooked in traditional Church settings and resonates with youth and contemporary culture. This film skillfully captures the essence of youth and contemporary culture while fearlessly exploring issues that many pastors and religious leaders avoid. You can find her latest film, "At The Cross," on Amazon Prime.

Sathiya Sam and I discuss pornography addiction: *Top 3 Root Causes of the Addiction *Top 3 Characteristics of Any Addictive Substance - food, alcohol, drugs, shopping, etc. *Top 5 Negative Physical Side Effects *Early exposure and Sex Trafficking *How can wives help their partners' recovery? Sathiya Sam is the creator of DeepClean™. "It took me 15 years to fully recover from porn addiction." He wants you to recover much quicker. He shares his methods with brave men like you who deserve a better life. If you're going to experience long-term freedom from pornography, get your free Strategy Session at www.sathiyasam.com IG: @sathiyamesam

Danae and I dive deep into SLEEP! We discuss wind-down strategies, cortisol reduction, and key creature comfort items. She offers a unique take on how to get to sleep using Yoga Nidra, a guided meditative practice that reduces cortisol and changes your brain wave pattern to allow for relaxation and sleep. She even offers you a free Yoga Nidra session. 😎 Free Yoga Nidra Audio Recording ☺️Find Danae on IG 🥳Website ⛰️ Santa Fe Yoga Retreat 🐢 GALÁPAGOS interest list 💞Private Yoga Support: https://www.danaerobinett.com/private-yoga-support Danae Robinett earned her BFA in Dance from Arizona State University; she continues to dance, choreograph, and perform. She has been practicing yoga since 1999, teaching for 19 years, and leading retreats since 2012. She has been on the faculty at San Francisco State University since 2015. Danae has taught at several corporate settings, universities, retreats - and one Super Bowl. A nurturer by nature. She's highly skilled at providing adaptations where all abilities are honored and challenged. Her classes are warm, welcoming, and precise. Join her for public classes, private yoga support, and global retreats.

 @FrannieFoltz  is a survivor of childhood emotional, physical and sexual abuse. She tried many ways to fill the loss she felt inside, and food became one of her best friends. In this episode Frannie outlines her emotional and practical steps of her 125 pound weight loss journey.

This is probably NOT what you would expect to hear from me! So, you're in for a surprise when you learn to embrace the QUIT! Lloyd Banks is a super successful restaurant and night club owner turned professional speaker because he HAD TO QUIT! Lloyd had to break free of his destructive habits to himself from the darkest moments in his life and set himself free. Lloyd is a fantastic public speaker if you're looking for someone. He also coaches people when they are stuck and can't figure out whether to quit or keep going. Here is a link to his FREE Guide to Master the Art of Quitting http://bit.ly/lloydbanksquitter Find him at www.LloydSpeaks.com He is also on IG #lloydspeaks #quitters #sparkfaithpodcast #drkrissargent

Totally out of my comfort zone with this interview and subject matter, I dove into the chilling chronicles penned by Michael A. Caparrelli, PhD, as he unveils 'Monster Mirror,' an unprecedented exploration encompassing 100 hours with David Berkowitz, the notorious Son of Sam serial killer. Brace yourself for an intimate and haunting journey that peels back the layers of darkness, offering a unique insight into the mind of a convicted killer through the keen lens of a seasoned behavioral scientist and pastor. You may come to discover you could have all the ingredients of a serial killer... To reach Dr Caparrelli: [email protected] Get Monster Mirror on Amazon #truecrime #sonofsam #davidberkowitz #Monstermirror#michaelacaparrelliPhD #Drkrissargent #sparkfaith

24 Separate trauma incidents, along with countless health challenges, some life threatening, and Karen Bettison survived all of it. At the same time, her and her husband translated the Bible in remote areas of Africa, raised their biological and adopted children, dealt with political and tribal unrest. She ran a medical mission for the local people on top of it all. Such RESILIENCE! Her book, I WILL FEAR NO EVIL, is an absolutely fascinating page turner. Her blog is available HERE Karen Bettison holds a BS in Bible and Nursing, an MS in Nursing Education, and has studied linguistics at the Graduate Institute of Applied Linguistics and Lincoln Christian Seminary. She served as a Bible Translator, Literacy Specialist, and Medical Missionary with Pioneer Bible Translators for 25 years, and currently works as a nurse at a major hospital in the US. She has been an educator, author, speaker, and Bible study leader in both the US and West Africa. With her husband, Jim, she has raised four children. They currently reside in rural Missouri. She is dedicated to speaking truth, grace, and healing into the lives of people the Lord brings to cross her path.

Christa Paul: Mom of 3, grandma of 2, wife, caretaker, Christ follower and Hashimoto's conquerer. Are you tired of pushing through? Wanting new answers to Hashimoto's issues or just starting to go Gluten free? This is YOUR episode! Christa has many food sensitivities that she has made AIP her diet of choice for about 5 years. Now, you DON'T have to start there...and neither did she! It was a gradual journey to find what worked for her AND her family! We talk about mindset first. Wrap your head around what it means to really love yourself, make decisions to support your health not out of selfish motive but with intention to serve your family better. We talk about the necessity to have the hard conversations with your family. We talked about what you may need to do to get and stay motivated. Finally we talked about the best ways to get started with a Gluten Free or Dairy Free or PALEO lifestyle. Meal planning tips, apps, and best time to plan. Taking food to family functions, holidays, restaurants etc. We explored so much in this hour, it's jam packed with mind shifting tips and tricks to create the change in your life that you really want so you can FEEL AMAZING!!

When your time on the planet expires, the sum of your decisions will answer the universal question: What is my purpose? Listen in to discover the key to finding your purpose. Well Done was written to provide the necessary clarity to discover and recover the greatness that is silently stirring in your God-given DNA. Don’t ignore the pebble in your shoe – if you sense there is more to your existence than coasting through an average life, Well Done could be the very spark to send you in the direction of your dreams and destiny! Available at: www.WellDoneBook.info or https://amzn.to/3B42mG7 Find Shiraz's podcast: In Pursuit Of... where you listen to all your podcasts More about Shiraz: Shiraz blends his corporate and pastoral experience to help fuel a passionate pursuit of their purpose. His core desire is to see more Christians break out of neutral, lukewarm living so they can reach the finish lines God has laid out for them. As a media host, author, ministry leader, and serial entrepreneur, his motivating and inspirational style has made him a sought-after guest speaker for ministry and business events. Shiraz received his Masters in Theological Studies from Tyndale University and Seminary, strengthening his resolve to guide people in the direction of their God-given destiny. Shiraz was instrumental in launching CBHN, the Christian Business Harvest Network, to continue the work of building up the competence and confidence of those he connects with.

We covered a lot of ground in this inspiring interview! Rekishia McMillan, honorably discharged from the Air Force, suffered from PTSD from a horrible military accident, that created anxiety, digestive disorders and chronic fatigue and pain. She went on to discover lifestyle and functional medicine to heal and become vibrant, with a new career! She knows all about transformation! Like me, Rekishia says, “I believe that it is God’s will for us to feel, look and live better. Somewhere along the way, Christians have disconnected their spirituality from physical health. This was never meant to be the case. We must get back to the divine blueprint for health. We were created with a spirit, soul and a body and in order to experience optimal health, all three components must be nurtured and cared for.” Rekishia McMillan has battled with her on personal demons of overcoming illness, doubt, fear and anxiety, some of which stemmed from negative childhood experiences and her military service. She shares her personal health journey and the frustration she experienced with the complexities of the healthcare system.  Through her journey she discovered simple and natural ways of reversing the illnesses that were plaguing her world. By putting these same strategies to use, she helps women and men to experience vibrant health and renewed energy. In her book found on Amazon, Rock Your World Naturally: 7 Divine Keys to Unlock Extraordinary Health, Rekishia guides the reader to… Discover God’s plan for total health (body, soul and spirit) Crush the cycle of following ineffective fad diets Experience natural and lasting weight loss Learn how to become your own personal health advocate Achieve total alignment for your body soul and spirit Heighten your awareness of the earth through responsible stewardship Understand the relationship between your blood cells and divine health Identify and overcome hidden obstacles that are wrecking your world – for good! For more information: www.rekishiamcmillan.com PODCAST

Dr Kim Grom: A Rock, a Hard Place, Miracles and Eating Spiders We had a blast together! I hope you enjoy the many "AH-HA'S" Dr Grom brings to the party on this episode. Dr Kim tells her journey from being mad at God to seeing miracles in her own life. She recounts her unprecedented healing from Lyme, sugar addiction, understanding her own triggers of addiction, and the one thing she would rather eat spiders than ever do…She spans the discomfort of GAP of the journey from where you are to where you want to be. And how God shows up in the most unlikely ways in your life. She was told she would be in a wheelchair the rest of her life, and God changed everything. She is as passionate about nutrition and all natural medicine as she is about her faith. ENJOY Y'ALL!Dr Kris Website: https://www.drkimgrom.com She is also on FB and IG

Meet Becky Newson!! Her goals are to bless, Inspire, and help women build a business in Mary Kay AND to use music, Mary Kay and her faith to engage the world in what Alopecia Areata is and to contribute to finding a cure. Favorite verse: Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. Mt 6:34http://www.beckyhibbs.com/http://www.marykay.com/rnewson IG: @BeckyHibbsNewson About Becky: I'm from Snyder county, Middleburg, PA. Also known as the "middle of nowhere". While I lived there I couldn't wait to leave, but now I enjoy going back. I lived on 15 acres of fields and woods. I grew up hunting and fishing with my dad, riding dirt bike with my brother, skiing with my friends, singing and playing music at church and other events, and the list goes on. A main characteristic of me is that I'm bald. I have Alopecia Areata Universalis which is an immune system disease that causes hair loss. I've had it since I was 2 years old so I honestly don't mind talking about it. In fact I want you to ask me about it! I wear hairpieces sometimes ( I have 7 different ones), but a lot of times you'll see me without it around Nashville. I LOVE my family. I have a younger brother and sister and two amazing parents. I love nature. I love music. I love my friends and meeting new people. I love seeing and doing new things, Spelunking, climbing, white water rafting...Im easy going and up for ANYTHING. Don't bring drama my way because I avoid as much of that as possible! Her goal for her life is to use music, Mary Kay and her faith to engage the world in what Alopecia Areata is and to contribute to finding a cure.