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My daddy died around 6:10 am EST on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. I love and miss him. Please pray for my family in grief now. I flew to Valdosta, Georgia with my daughter Leah and my daughter Heather drove with her fiance Andy the 15+ hours there for the funeral. I was so happy they came and to see and hug my sister Maria (my best friend) and my older brother Greg, my younger brother Herbert, and other family members who I hadn't seen for years and introduce them to my two beautiful daughters. The visitation, the funeral service, and the family meal provided by Park Avenue Methodist Church were lovely and honored daddy, and I think that daddy would have been pleased. Our family ordered him a cascade of gorgeous red roses to cover casket, like mama had (she died when I was 19 years old, pregnant with Heather). Maria also took us to a flower shop downtown for me to buy a vase of gorgeous red roses with white baby's breath as a gift for daddy from me, Heather, and Leah with a card that read, "Daddy/ Grandaddy, we love you. Beth, Heather, and Leah." We took it to the funeral home before the visitation and they set it near daddy's head by the casket.Daddy was the son of a farmer, who was the son of a farmer, who was the son of a farmer and so on. But Grandma Moore saw that daddy was highly intelligent and knew that his was a different path. He was among the first college graduates in his family and one of the first students at Valdosta State University. He was a CPA for 45 years, at first working for others and then having his own successful CPA business in our home. He loved his work and I often saw him working in his office late at night. He didn't retire until he was about 82 years old!Daddy used to cook us delicious fried catfish, cheese grits, and hushpuppies at his house, so we went to Ray's Millpond Cafe to eat that after the visitation. It was so good!We talked together and enjoyed the wonderful southern food at the church's family meal and took pictures together. The night of daddy's funeral, Greg treated all of us at a steakhouse that Herbert suggested near Valdosta. I ordered grilled chicken kabobs, grilled veggies, and salad and Andy got chicken. Everyone else ordered steak. It was delicious! It was also a much-needed family time to talk.The 2nd day there, Heather, Leah, Maria, and I went for a coffee run and went shopping for clothes for Heather and Leah for the visitation and the funeral (they hadn't had time to do this before we got there). We tried several different coffee shops while there. This was fun.I also got to tour daddy's historic, southern home (over 100 years old) with tall white columns, a wrap-around porch, and the original wood floors to show Heather and Leah again. (Heather had spent her childhood there and Leah had visited once with Ray). I was able to talk with both my brothers while there. Heather drove me and Leah to our family's land in the country inherited from my Grandmother Moore that passed onto daddy and now us siblings. As I got out for Heather to take my picture in front of the land, a butterfly flew by that Leah saw. I felt it was just God's sign of favor upon me as I love butterflies (Maria, too).Heather was able to tell my brothers and Maria bye before she and Andy drove home to Missouri early on Monday morning. Maria took me and Leah to see art murals and cute shops in downtown Valdosta.I hope to fly back to Valdosta soon to talk more with her and my brothers.Daddy, I love and miss you. Please pray for me and my family in grief.Scriptures*Ecclesiastes 7:3*Psalm 106:15Romans 10:13***Daddy's obituary:https://www.mclanefuneralservices.com...*******Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. You can find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net.

Meet Lakyn Fuller, veteran wife, boy mom, and successful vendor/business woman, who will be the second speaker sharing her powerful story at our Fall's Glory & Harvest women's event at Bates Social in Butler, Missouri, on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 11 a.m. CST. On today's episode, Lakyn tells just a little about hardships that she's been through in her life and will be sharing much more at this exciting event so you don't want to miss it. Through all the firey trials, including a broken heart, depression, anxiety, and a medical miracle, Lakyn has found that it's never too late to come back to God. Just look at what God can do! Join us at the link below or pay at the door. There is a special group rate with two or more ladies. https://www.bethjones.net/glory ******* Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Her mission is helping women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ, by sharing her powerful story and the Bible of how much God loves you and me and the freedom we have in Jesus. You can find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Discover the books that she has written at her Amazon Author page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. You can follow her on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones and on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/beth_mjones/.

This morning as I drank coffee with our cat Nichodemus in our sunroom, I saw a beautiful little hummingbird flying around our full Rose of Sharon flower bush. Nichodemus and I watched it with interest. Hummingbirds, as well as bees, butterflies, birds, cats, and other creations, are miraculous. Jesus Christ has done many miracles in my and my family's lives, and I am believing for more. Do you or a loved one need a miracle from God? Scriptures: Matthew 9:27-31 (2 blind men healed) Luke 5:12-14, ESV (Leper healed) Matthew 9:1-8 (Paralyzed man healed) Mark 5:25-34 (Woman with issue of blood healed) John 20:30 (Jesus' many miracles & books) My Kindle eBook, Miracles: God's Extraordinary Work in Our Everyday Lives, available for sale on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Miracles-Gods-extraordinary-everyday-lives-ebook/dp/B0CB5D5S6H Join Lakyn Fuller and me and other women of God for our Fall's Glory & Harvest women's event in Butler, Missouri, on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11 am - 2 pm CST. There is a group discount with 2 or more ladies. You can find out more and register here: https://www.bethjones.net/glory ******* Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Her mission is helping women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ, by sharing her powerful story and the Bible of how much God loves you and me and the freedom we have in Jesus. You can find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Discover the books that she has written at her Amazon Author page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. You can follow her on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones and on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/beth_mjones/.

This morning as I asked God about a podcast topic, I sensed that He said to me, 'Pay attention!" I asked, "Pay attention to what?" He then spoke the verse to me Matthew 22:37-40, NLT: "Jesus answered him, "Love the LORD God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the greatest and most important commandment. And the second is like it. Love your neighbor as yourself. All of Moses' Teachings and the Prophets depend on these commandments." Scriptures: Genesis 1:27 Ephesians 2:10, NLT Matthew 6:33 Luke 5:16, GWT Matthew 1:35 Jeremiah 15:16 Psalm 29:2 1 Samuel 15:22 Exodus 20:8-11 1 John 4:7 1 Peter 5:8-9 Pay attention to and love God, others, and yourself, and pay attention to the world around you.. My books: Metamorphosis: Transformed From Hate to Love, available as a Kindle eBook on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Metamorphosis-Transformed-Hate-Beth-Jones-ebook/dp/B07BTYBB8G/ Write Your Book: Getting Past the Messy Middle, available as a Kindle eBook on Amazon (my newest book): https://www.amazon.com/Write-Your-Book-Getting-Middle-ebook/dp/B0HDK6CN19 Live Event: Get your seat for our Fall's Glory & Harvest women's event in Butler, Missouri, at Bates Social venue, Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11 am to 2 pm CST. Special group discount rate with 2 or more women. God's powerful presence, amazing stories, great coffee and sweet treats, goodie bags, and fun! We'd love to see you there! https://www.bethjones.net/glory ******* Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Her mission is helping women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ, by sharing her powerful story and the Bible of how much God loves you and me and the freedom we have in Jesus. You can find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Discover the books that she has written at her Amazon Author page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. You can follow her on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones and on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/beth_mjones/. Check out Beth's new Etsy shop at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Shineyourlightindark.

Do you need more joy in your life? How can you and I have joy in every season of life, even during hard times? I've been walking through a dark, scary valley for the last year and a half. I believe with all my heart that God is going to bring me out of it. He can and will do this for you, too, as you follow and obey Jesus and trust in Him.. Listen as I share how the apostle Paul encouraged us to have joy, no matter what hardships we are facing. He was arrested and imprisoned multiple times, beaten, stoned, lashed, shipwrecked 3 times, hungry, thirsty, and persecuted for his faith in Jesus Christ - yet he is the one who encouraged us to always rejoice and wrote, "Celebrate God all day, every day . I mean, revel in Him!" (Philippians 4:4, MSG) Today let God fill you with His joy to strengthen you. Scriptures: Psalm 16:11 Romans 12: 1-2, MSG Philippians 4:4 NKJV, MSG, TPT Inspiring quote: "Joy is an infallible sign of the presence of God." - Pierre Tellhard de Chardin My book: Walking with God: Through the Valley of the Shadow by Beth M. Jones, on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Walking-God-Through-Valley-Shadow-ebook/dp/B0FC17QX4R Event planners, women's ministry leaders, and pastors, to have me speak at your event or on your podcast, contact me at www.BethJones.net ******* Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Her mission is helping women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ, by sharing her powerful story and the Bible of how much God loves you and me and the freedom we have in Jesus. You can find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Discover the books that Beth has written at her Amazon Author page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. You can follow her on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones and on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/beth_mjones/. For faith-inspired, pretty coffee cups, wall art, journals, and jewelry, check out Beth's new Etsy shop at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Shineyourlightindark.

Are you in a hard place right now? I'm right there with you in a dark, scary valley. The great news is that God is our Helper, Comforter, Strength, Healer, Provider, and Peace - Immanuel, which means God is with us. You or I may be facing: marriage/relationship struggles;financial problems;health issues (or a loved one is);challenges at work or in ministry;a natural disaster or a crime;or more. Encouraging Scriptures: Isaiah 7:`14 Matthew 1:23 Hebrews 12:4, AMP John 15;26, NKJV Isaiah 41:10 Matthew 6:26 Thank you for listening to my podcast. Please like, subscribe, and share. Please let me know what topics interest you for future podcasts. If you are interested in being a guest speaker on this podcast or want me to speak on your podcast, please contact me here. You can support this podcast by buying me a coffee at the link below (Y'all know I love my coffee!): https://buymeacoffee.com/bethmjones To find out more about my speaking for your women's events, contact me at https://www.bethjones.net. You can find the books that I have written at my Amazon Author Page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. You can read my blog posts at https://www.BethJones.net. You can read my notes on Substack at https://substack.com/@bethmjones You can follow me on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones My Instagram is https://www.instagram.com/beth_mjones/ Shop for cute coffee cups, pretty wall art, journals, and more at my Etsy store here:

Did you know that inside the little acorn God has placed its greatest potential to become a mighty oak tree? He has done the same with you and me, creating us with beautiful treasure within us for Jesus' glory. Join Beth Jones and her guest speaker Muneyi Charity as Muneyi shares part of her intense grief journey, losing her husband and family members to death, but how God is turning it around for His Divine purpose and to minister to others. Muneyi is now writing a 52-week journal to be published on September 8, the same day that her precious husband passed away. Adversity is the place where God's glory is revealed through you. The fire increases your value. You are no longer a caterpillar, but a magnificent butterfly, free to fly. Muneyi Charity is an author and speaker who would love to come to your city to speak for a women's conference or retreat, a prison, or a shelter for the homeless to minister the love and forgiveness of God and hope through Jesus Christ. Muneyi's Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/muneyi.manjeya.2025Calling people out of brokenness into boldness. Healing hearts. Restoring identity. Scriptures:"And though the Lord gives you the bread of adversity and the water of affliction, Yet your teachers will not be moved into a corner anymore, But your eyes shall see your teachers." (Isaiah 30:20, NKJV) " Nehemiah said, ‘Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.’" (Nehemiah 8:10, NIV) "Those who sow in tearsShall reap in joy.He who continually goes forth weeping,Bearing seed for sowing,Shall doubtless come again with rejoicing,Bringing his sheaves with him." (Psalm 126:5-6, NKJV) *******Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Her mission is helping women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ, by sharing her powerful story and the Bible of how much God loves you and me and the freedom we have in Jesus. You can find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Discover the books that she has written at her Amazon Author page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. You can follow her on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones and on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/beth_mjones/. Check out Beth's new Etsy shop at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Shineyourlightindark.

Are you part of a small group for Christian fellowship? Do you have a desire to host and/or lead a small group Bible study in your home? Join Beth Jones as she interviews Rick and Doreen Penner sharing about leading a small group Bible study in their home in Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada. Rick and Doreen speak about how they got started doing small groups and why they began; what they do during the weekly meetings; what not to do when leading one; and testify about the great impact this has had on them as leaders and on the attendees, such as one woman who went on a mission trip. Hear how the first step to inviting people to your small group may be simply having coffee with a new friend and how even Rick's and Doreen's little dog Jake joins in to worship Jesus with them! Scriptures: Hebrews 10:25, 25 not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.  Proverbs 27:17 As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.  Matthew 28: 18-20 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,  and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” About Rick and Doreen Penner Over the years, Rick Penner has served faithfully in his local church as a youth leader, small‑groups coordinator, taught adult Sunday school, small‑group leader, and part of the spiritual leadership team.  Rick currently works with the Department of Education, where he provides steady leadership, mentorship, and guidance to his colleagues and to school division personnel in the school bus transportation field.  When he’s not working or serving, you’ll likely find him outdoors — tending to his yard and keeping it in immaculate condition, a hobby he truly enjoys. Doreen Penner is a speaker, writer, and heart freedom coach.  She helps women do the heart work that sets them free so they can step boldly into what God has called them to do.  Doreen is a former counsellor, has taught counselling courses, and worked at a women’s shelter.  Women’s ministry has always been important to her.  Doreen uses her gifts by leading a small group women’s study, leading retreats, having coffee connections, and finding creative ways to invite women into her world (like dessert around the fire pit).  Her deep desire is to connect women to their heart, and to God. Find out more about Doreen at her online hub at: https://doreenpennercoachspeaker2.mvsite.app/You can reach Doreen at  [email protected] ******* Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Her mission is helping women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ, by sharing her powerful story and the Bible of how much God loves you and me and the freedom we have in Jesus. You can find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Discover the books that she has written at her Amazon Author page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. You can follow her on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones and on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/beth_mjones/. Check out Beth's new Etsy shop at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Shineyourlightindark.

When you say "Yes" to God, miraculous things happen. When they were younger, Craig and his wife Jennifer worked two and three jobs to save money, then sold everything they had to have exciting adventures, traveling the world in 76 countries. As they traveled, they saw many hungry children with no or little education having to work to help support their families (such as one child selling chickens on the side of the road), the atrocity of trafficked children, and other heart breaking things. Fast forward many years, and now they travel the world again as missionaries for Jesus, but with the help of the amazing Manna Worldwide organization, which has been rescuing children from the grip of poverty for 25 years and does so much more. Listen on this episode to a few of the powerful stories that Craig shares as he and his wife traveled the globe for Christ, including adopting children in need to become part of their own family, keeping hungry children from being trafficked, witch doctors being saved through faith in Christ, and much more. Hear how God has sovereignly provided every need to fulfill the Great Commission. *** Craig Alsup is a follower of Christ with a personal mission to impact the world through both Christian missionary service and entrepreneurship. He has been married to his wife Jennifer for 20 years and has 6 kids. He serves full-time as Associate Director for Asia with MANNA Worldwide, leading mission teams and building partnerships to launch and sustain churches, nutrition centers, and orphanages.  Craig also consults with entrepreneurs and business leaders on systems, efficiency, and marketing, speaks at churches and leadership events, and leads Lonestar Dads Fort Worth to help dads build authentic connection and community. Craigs passion is helping churches, business leaders, and individuals align their lives with their mission to impact the world.  Website: mannaworldwide.comInstagram: @mannaworldwide Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alsups4Asia *******Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Her mission is helping women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ, by sharing her powerful story and the Bible of how much God loves you and me and the freedom we have in Jesus. You can find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Discover the books that she has written at her Amazon Author page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. You can follow her on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones and on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/beth_mjones/. Check out Beth's new Etsy shop at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Shineyourlightindark

When you're going through challenging, dark times, how do you keep your faith strong and maintain a positive mindset? In this episode's interview, Bob Violino, technology and business freelance writer, shares part of his powerful, inspiring story of resilience about how he did this in difficulties like: a cardiac arrest;kidney disease and dialysis;an amputation;being fired;financial difficulties, and more. Share the inspiration—order your copies today! https://inspirations-blog.com/life-lessons/ Blog: https://inspirations-blog.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bobviolinoBob Violino has covered the latest trends in business and technology for more than 40 years. Since 2002, he has worked as a freelance writer, producing articles, newsletters, and other content for print and online publications and clients in a variety of industries. He also writers a personal blog, “Embracing Gratitude and Positivity.” Violino has authored the books, Life Lessons: How I Learned to Embrace Gratitide, Positivity, Resilience, and Joy; New Life: Lessons in Faith and Courage from Transplant Recipients; and Children of the Light. He lives in Massapequa Park, New York, with his wife Reneé, and enjoys reading, blogging, travel, painting, and enjoying the wonders of nature.Each chapter of Life Lessons reveals an invaluable lesson learned from monumental events and everyday moments, providing a unique perspective on resilience and gratitude that can transform your outlook on life. Motivated by his journey, and driven by a passion for helping others, Bob shares heartfelt anecdotes that aim to uplift and inspire. His mission is clear: to help you to embrace life's challenges and emerge stronger. Join Bob on this transformative path and unlock the secrets to living a more purposeful, joyful life. Life Lessons isn't just a book; it's a lifeline for anyone seeking hope and inspiration in an often daunting world. Embrace these words of wisdom, and let them guide you toward a brighter tomorrow! ******* Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Her mission is helping women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ, by sharing her powerful story and the Bible of how much God loves you and me and the freedom we have in Jesus. You can find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Discover the books that she has written at her Amazon Author page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. You can follow her on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones and on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/beth_mjones/. Check out Beth's new Etsy shop at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Shineyourlightindark.

Goodbye 2025 (hard but necessary lessons) and Happy New Year 2026. Numbers are important and significant in the Bible. The Hebrew numerical value of 26 is God's sacred name, YHWH. It symbolizes God's divine presence and perfection. In Numbers 26, a census of Israel was taken. It marked the new generation to enter the Promised Lane - a people prepared for their inheritance of blessings from God. In 2026, we will experience God's presence with us and our inheritance of blessings as we walk in obedience to God and His Word.I also share about my "one word" for 2026, anchor, my verse, and my song ("The Anchor Holds"). What is yours? I encourage you to set aside time today or tonight to pray about the coming new year 2026, for God's presence to be with you and your family, for His protection, divine health, prosperity, wisdom, and guidance. At the end of this video, I pray for you. Have a blessed last day of 2025 and a Happy, Blessed New Year 2026.Scriptures:Numbers 26Hebrews 6:19, NLT"This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls. It leads us through the curtain into God’s inner sanctuary."The Anchor Holds songhttps://youtu.be/MSAc5Z2lprk?si=T2KaunCsTZOTF_xZMy new upcoming book, Write Your Book: How to Just StartAmazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjonesCoaching for new speakers & authorshttps://www.bethjones.net/share-your-message-next-step/*******Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author of 33 books, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Beth helps women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ by sharing her powerful story and the Bible about how much God loves you and me and the freedom we have through Jesus.You can find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Speakers and authors, get your free gift and Beth's new updates when you sign up with your name and email address at her website at the bottom of the page at https://www.BethJones.net Her Amazon Author page is https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones.You can follow Beth on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/beth_mjones/ and on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones

What is your one-word, your Scripture verse, and your song for 2026? At the end of each year, I look back and see what went well, what didn't, and pray about and plan for the coming new year. Usually, the way I receive the word is an impression from God, seeing or hearing a word or a phrase repeatedly, through a song, or other ways. Listen to this week's new, short episode as I share my one-word, Scripture verse, and song for 2026. Scripture references in video: Hebrews 6:19, NLT Acts 27:13-44 The book I mentioned in this episode - Walking With God: Walking Through the Valley of the Shadow (KDP eBook available for sale at Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/Walking-God-Through-Valley-Shadow-ebook/dp/B0FC17QX4R/ Thank you so much for listening today. Buy Me a Coffee (I love coffee! And this blesses me and my family.)Beth M. Jones******* Beth M. Jones is an International Speaker, Author, and Coach, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Beth helps women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus by sharing her powerful story and the Bible about how much God loves us and the freedom we have in Christ. Find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Discover the books that Beth has written at her Amazon Author Page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. Subscribe to Beth's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@BethMJonesSpeakers and authors, sign up for your free gift and Beth's new updates at the bottom of the home page at https://www.BethJones.net.

In today's podcast, Beth Jones interviews Pamela Henkelman, who is a certified Empty Nest Coach, speaker, writer, and host of the Midlife Momma Podcast. (Beth is off video on this podcast; you'll see just her picture when she speaks. Pamela is on camera.)With her bright smile and enthusiastic personality, Pamela is passionate about encouraging women, particularly the often-forgotten group of moms with adult children. Pamela helps Christian moms let go with grace and find purpose in the empty nest. As a mom of five grown children and four grandchildren, Pamela has firsthand experience with the challenges and joys of navigating the empty-nest phase of life. She and her husband, of 38 years, are living their best empty-nest life and loving every minute of it.LINKS:The Midlife Momma podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Website: https://www.pamelahenkelman.com/Free Connection Call https://calendly.com/pamelahenkelman/...Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Griefhttps://wandering-union-986.myflodesk...*******Beth M. Jones is an International Speaker and Author, wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus. Beth helps women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ by sharing her powerful story and the Bible of how much God loves us and the freedom we have in Jesus. You can find out more about Beth's speaking at women's conferences, retreats, and online events at her website:https://www.BethJones.netDiscover all the books that Beth has written at her Amazon Author Page:https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjonesBeth's podcast on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/52IxtQQ...Follow Beth on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones and on Instagram @   / beth_mjones  Beth's Etsy shop (candles and notebooks), Shineyourlightindark:https://www.etsy.com/shop/Shineyourli...

Jesus told us in Matthew 6:33, "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." We as Christian believers often think that the Kingdom of God (and using our spiritual gifts, talents, and skills) means just inside the four walls of the church that we attend. But God wants us to bring His Kingdom everywhere we go, out into the marketplace, because His Kingdom (His Holy Spirit) is inside of us. In this episode, Herb and Diane Bishop speak about the power of Marketplace Ministry, using our gifts in the world, even in their jobs as realtors. Herb and Diane's website, Kingdom Builders https://www.kingdombuilders.rocks/ Real estate (exp Realty) https://swr.exprealty.com/agents/302119/Herb+%26+Diane+Bishop Bulls Eye Every Time: The Secret to a God Life (book on Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/Bulls-Eye-Every-Time-Goodness-ebook/dp/B01BPSQM2K/ ******* Beth M. Jones is an International Speaker, Author of 32 books (and still writing), wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Beth's mission is to help women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ by sharing her powerful story and the Bible about how much God loves us and the freedom we have in Jesus. To find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events, visit her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. You can discover the books that she has written at her Amazon Author Page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. Listen and subscribe to Beth's podcast at Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/52IxtQQwFDJlIF5cmSgRSP

In John 8:12 (ESV), Jesus said, "I AM the Light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” In today's episode, guest speaker Elizabeth Zacharias shares how Jesus is the Light and that we as Christian believers are to be light, too, to a world in spiritual darkness. We discuss what this means on a practical level, such as sharing God's love, kindness, and meeting needs with everyone we meet - at Walmart, the post office, the grocery store, with our spouses, our children, and others. Elizabeth Zacharias is an author, speaker, and life coach. She lives just south of Kansas City, Missouri, with her husband Dan, their two young adult daughters, and their two cats. They moved from Maine to Missouri via Wyoming 27 years ago. She graduated from the University of Maine at Orono with a Bachelor's of Science in Social Work degree. Elizabeth loves to write, cook, eat dark chocolate, and explore other types of cuisines and cultures. She also loves to encourage others in their life journey as they grow closer to Jesus, their Bridegroom King. She longs to see them grow emotionally and spiritually so they can become the person that God, their creator, always desired them to be in relationship with Him, since the beginning of time. You can find out more about Elizabeth's website at: Created to Rest https://createdtorest.com/ Created to Rest: Entering the Lord's Rest Amidst Life's Journey (print book on Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/Created-Rest-Entering-Amidst-Journey/dp/0578501031 Kindle version https://www.amazon.com/Created-Rest-Entering-Amidst-Journey-ebook/dp/B07P88WT77/ Elizabeth's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/people/Elizabeth-Zacharias-Author-Life-Coach-Speaker/100064162504606/ ******* Beth M. Jones is an International Speaker, Author of 32 books (and still writing), wife to paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Beth's mission is to help women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ by sharing her powerful story and the Bible about how much God loves us and the freedom we have in Jesus. To find out more about Beth's speaking for women's conferences, retreats, and online events, visit her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. You can discover the books that she has written at her Amazon Author Page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. Follow Beth on X @ https://x.com/bethmjones and on Instagram @ / beth_mjones. Subscribe to Beth's podcast on Spotify @ https://open.spotify.com/show/52IxtQQ...