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Today we’re diving into a study of Galatians 6:9 to explore how we can rejuvenate spiritually and continue our divine mission. We’re discussing how well-doing - those selfless acts that light up the world around us - should flow from our abundance, not our depletion.  Tune in to hear practical insights and practices you can incorporate in your life, like resting in the Lord's presence, letting worship music uplift your spirits, praying persistently, and setting your sights on what's eternal.  Let’s dive in! If you want to follow along with the scripture and read our show notes, head over to rachelngom.com/blog ___________________________________________________________ Connect with Terra:  If you want to talk business, go to helpmecoachinow.com and set up a time to chat about your next best steps in this journey.  For prayer requests or to discuss your relationship with Christ, text Terra at 865-309-4737. ___________________________________________________________ Ready for more? Here are 3 ways we can

Today we’re sharing Lindsay Bowden’s remarkable year-long transformation from selling teacher resources online to expanding her business and having a $100k launch.  This episode goes beyond coaching, inviting you to explore the depth of true success through faith, mentorship, and the courage to simplify life to its most meaningful components. Lindsay's story is not just about business growth but about embracing God's direction, finding peace in His will, and the profound impact of placing trust in Him through every step of the entrepreneurial journey. Connect with Lindsay: Website: https://www.meetthebowdens.com/ Podcast: Course Creation Mama Podcast  Instagram: @meet.the.bowdens ___________________________________________________________   Ready for more? Here are 3 ways we can help you: 1)

Today we’re talking about the beauty of God's promise to provide for us when we prioritize seeking Him over succumbing to worry. We’re looking at the importance of daily connection with God through prayer, scripture reading, devotion, and meditation. Tune in to discover how embracing these practices can transform your life, affirming your identity in Christ and unlocking the fullness of His provision. Let’s dive in! If you want to follow along with the scripture and read our show notes, head over to rachelngom.com/blog    0:00 - God’s promises of provision 6:28 - Practical ways to seek God first 10:28 - Resources for seeking God ___________________________________________________________ Connect with Terra:  If you want to talk business, go to helpmecoachinow.com and set up a time to chat about your next best steps in this journey.  For prayer requests or to discuss your relationship with Christ, text Terra at 865-309-4737. ___________________________________________________________ Ready for m

In this episode, Rodney Hogue shares how we can  realize our destiny by overcoming spiritual constraints. He discusses the process of sanctification, the reality of spiritual warfare against believers, and the importance of understanding and exercising our authority in Christ.  This episode is packed with practical advice on recognizing and evicting spiritual "squatters," emphasizes the power of words and forgiveness, and outlines steps to achieve deliverance and freedom in Christ.  This is an amazing guide for anyone seeking deeper spiritual understanding and liberation.   CONNECT WITH RODNEY:  Website: rodneyhogue.com Book: Liberated   0:00 - Introduction to Rodney and the work he does 4:07 - What is demonization and how does this happen to Christians? 9:58 - The link between mental illness and demonization 12:46 - The open doors we have that can invite demons in 25:08 - The truth about the effects of new age practices 35:10 - Stories of healing and unexpected ways they’ve happened 38:20 - Ro

We’re continuing our study of the story of Lazarus and in our final part, we’re looking into the profound reactions to one of the most miraculous events in the Bible - Lazarus's resurrection.  Through this episode, we explore the divergent responses that this miracle ignited and the everlasting invitation extended by Jesus's own resurrection. Let’s dive in! If you want to follow along with the scripture and read our show notes, head over to rachelngom.com/blog    0:00 - Introduction to today’s Bible study and recap of the first three parts of this series 4:00 - A look at the responses to Lazarus’s resurrection 8:00 - Mary’s response of gratitude 10:21 - The Pharisees’ response of rejection  14:49 - Jesus’s resurrection invites our responses 16:36 - An invitation to receive Jesus ___________________________________________________________ Connect with Terra:  If you want to talk business, go to helpmecoachinow.com and set up a time to chat about your next best steps in this journey.  For pray

In this episode, we’re sitting down with Gary Harpst, a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with a deep passion for integrating faith into the realm of business.  With a rich history of transforming companies and nurturing growth, Gary shares his insights on navigating leadership amidst chaos, embracing a Kingdom mindset in business, and learning from failures to forge a path of meaningful impact. Join us as we uncover the biblical principles that underpin effective leadership and the unique challenges faced by Christian CEOs in today's marketplace. Connect with Gary and his work at leadfirst.ai   0:00 - Introduction to this episode and Gary Harpst 3:25 - Building a company from 1 employee to 450 and ultimately selling to Microsoft 7:22 - Leadership challenges and failures, and insights we can take from them  11:28 - How faith has influenced Gary’s approach to leadership  14;10 - Strategies and resources for incorporating faith and leadership 16:10 - The truth about chaos and how we can over

Today we’re looking at the story of Lazarus, specifically at the significance of Lazarus being alive yet still bound in grave clothes. We’re examining parallels to believers’ lives, highlighting how one can be spiritually alive in Christ yet constrained by past sins, thoughts, and lies.  Let’s talk about how engaging with Jesus, His Word, and worship leads to true freedom, and how we can shed our "grave clothes" for a fuller life in Christ. 0:00 - Introduction to today’s Bible study 2:02 - Reading of John 11:38-44 3:28 - Reviewing the story and expanding on the significance of the events that took place 6:35 - Parallels of this story to our lives as Christians 8:35 - What are “grave clothes” to us? 10:10 - How to find freedom in Christ 13:20 - Transformative passages to memorize to build a deeper relationship with Christ ___________________________________________________________ Connect with Terra:  If you want to talk business, go to helpmecoachinow.com and set up a time to chat about your

Last week, we talked about the top 10 things we’ve learned from publishing over 450 podcast episodes. Now we’re back to dive into the steps we take to create valuable conversations and connections with our guests.  From initiating bold conversations with ANY guest you want to have on, to creating meaningful connections, we’re talking about top strategies we use to create impactful interviews.  Whether you're new to podcasting or looking to refine your interviewing skills, this episode gives you the knowledge to transform your approach!   0:00 - My top tip for interviewing epic guests on your podcast 3:43 - The process we use for researching guests to prepare for the interview 7:00 - How to create a naturally flowing interview 8:55 - Finding an angle going into the interview to create the most value for your audience 9:30 - Questions to ask your guest AFTER the interview 10:26 - Staying connected to your guests and providing extra value   _________________________________________________________

Welcome to our second episode of a series with host Terra DeMerchant, where we explore the depths of biblical stories and their impact on our faith and daily living.  Last week, we dove into the story of Lazarus to discover how this narrative challenges us to trust in God’s love and timing, even when facing situations that seem to worsen before they improve. Now, it’s time to look closer at the story and examine how Jesus’ unique interactions with Martha and Mary reveal His approach to personal relationships and faith.    0:00 - Continuing with the story of Lazarus and what we’ll cover in this episode 2:32 - Reading and discussing John 11:17-37 and Jesus’ unique conversations with Martha and Mary 13:36 - What lessons we can take away from this story and building a relationship with God ___________________________________________________________ Connect with Terra:  If you want to talk business, go to helpmecoachinow.com and set up a time to chat about your next best steps in this journey.  For pra

With over 450 episodes under our belt and listeners from over a hundred countries, it's about time we shared the lessons learned along this 6+ year journey with the She’s Making an Impact Podcast! Podcasting has opened doors to incredible connections and allowed us to bring some incredible stories right to your ears. It's more than a platform; it's a way to foster intimate connections and share transformative insights. Let’s jump into this long overdue episode and talk all things podcasting!   0:00 - My favorite things about having a podcast 2:38 - Lesson 1: Define your purpose 3:35 - Lesson 2: Know your audience 3:51 - Lesson 3: Plan your content creation and publishing 4:58 - Lesson 4: Say consistent  5:43 - ** Special announcement about our podcast! 7:15 - Lesson 5: Use quality equipment  10:14 - Lesson 6: Hone your interviewing skills 10:37 - Lesson 7: Engage with your audience 11:11 - Lesson 8: Embrace feedback 11:41 - Lesson 9: Repurpose content 13:00 - Lesson 10: Stay authentic

Welcome to our very first episode of a series with host Terra DeMerchant, where we explore the depths of biblical stories and their impact on our faith and daily living.  In this inaugural episode, Terra introduces us to the powerful lessons we can learn from the story of Lazarus. Discover how this narrative challenges us to trust in God’s love and timing, even when facing situations that seem to worsen before they improve. 0:00 - Introduction and about this new weekly series 1:36 - Reading of John 11 and unpacking the story of Lazarus and what we can learn from it 8:51 - God uses difficulties to display his power 11:15 - Terra's personal story of faith in hardship 16:25 - Trusting God even when answers seem delayed ___________________________________________________________ Connect with Terra:  If you want to talk business, go to helpmecoachinow.com and set up a time to chat about your next best steps in this journey.  For prayer requests or to discuss your relationship with Christ, text Terr

Today we’re sitting down with Tamra Andress, a dynamic entrepreneur, podcaster, author, and faith-driven business coach. Tamra opens up about her journey from launching nine companies by her twenties to facing significant business and personal challenges that reshaped her approach to entrepreneurship, faith, and family life.  Join us as we explore how Tamra found her true calling through faith, the power of embracing imperfection in content creation, and the importance of integrating faith into business for genuine impact. Connect with Tamra: Instagram: @tamra.andress Fit and Faith Network App Podcasts: Fit and Faith, Girls Gone Holy, and the Founder Collective   0:00 - Introduction to Tamra and her career journey from entrepreneurship to coaching  5:38 - Launching podcasts and growing content creation 7:55 - Juggling work and family schedules and how Tamra takes summers off with her kids 9:14 - Advice for growing a podcast and bringing more humanity into the process 11:36 - Integrating fait

In this episode, we're honored to have Abdu Murray, a former Muslim who embraced Christianity after a profound journey of spiritual and intellectual exploration. Murray, now a seasoned apologist and author, shares his insights into the reliability of the Bible, the essence of Christianity, and addresses some of the most pressing questions about faith and the modern world.   0:00 - Introduction to Abdu and journey of spiritual exploration and embracing Christianity 4:33 - How reliable and historically accurate is the Bible? 12:09 - Is there any historical or archaeological evidence that contradicts the Bible? 12:11 - What really happened with Constantine? Did he influence the content of the Bible? Why did he become a Christian? 21:05 - What explains the difference between the Protestant Bible and the Catholic Bible? 24:47 - Is the Bible racist? Does it promote slavery?  33:16 - Is the Bible plagiarizing other ancient texts? Did Moses plagiarize the Laws of Ma'at, which came before the Ten Command

In this episode of the She's Making an Impact Podcast, we dive into an on-air coaching session with one of our Impact Partnership students, Jenni.  Alongside her husband, Jenni has defied the conventional nine-to-five life, embracing the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement to achieve a seven-figure net worth before hitting 40.  Now, they're on a mission to guide others on their journey to financial freedom through their podcast and insightful resources.   Connect with Jenni:  Tune into the Playing with FIRE Podcast on Apple and Spotify. Follow her journey on Instagram: @fire_leaf_lifestyle   0:00 - Jennifer’s journey in entrepreneurship and the FIRE movement 1:58 - Overcoming the fear of public speaking and stepping into visibility (even as an introvert) 8:26 - Looking within to uncover where our instincts to hide come from 14:08 - Tangible steps to conquer the fear of being seen and judged 18:44 - Connecting with Jenni for insights on retiring early and the FIRE movement   Ready

Let’s talk about the power and necessity of simplification in your online business. While others are telling you to do more, be more, make more… I’m coming to you to say the best thing you can do for yourself, your family, and your community, is actually to do LESS.  In this episode, I’m sharing insights and personal stories of aiming to 2.5X our business, the chaos that ensued, and how I ultimately discovered the profound wisdom of Proverbs 17:1, which speaks to the blessings of a simple, peaceful life. Listen in to hear it all, plus don’t forget to get your free audio download with daily affirmations from scripture at rachelngom.com/whogodsaysiam   0:00 - The series of events and decisions in early 2023 that lead to chaos in the business 4:04 - Turning to God and the message that came to me when I needed it most  5:00 - The lie of ‘more’, and the truth about what actually makes you happiest 6:34 - How to discern between your own desires and those coming out of external influences 8:42 - Key ways t

Today's conversation on the podcast is a must-listen for entrepreneurs on the brink of growth, as we delve into the art of hiring and building a strong virtual team. I’m talking to Lesley Pyle, who shares her journey, beginning with the establishment of HireMyMom.com in 2007, a platform dedicated to connecting small businesses with proficient virtual professionals.  This episode is a treasure trove of insights for entrepreneurs grappling with the how and when of outsourcing, aiming to strike a balance between business growth and personal life.   0:00 - Introduction and discussion on the triggers and right time for outsourcing. 2:06 - Identifying signs when it's time to hire and expand your team 8:22 - Insights on creating effective job posts to attract the right talent 9:48 - Addressing concerns of entrepreneurs hesitant to delegate 10:44 - Lesley's personal journey and the lessons learned from building her business 11:56 - Book recommendations and Lesley’s perspective on making an impact through

Join us in this enlightening conversation with Jordan Raynor, a tech entrepreneur turned content creator who focuses on bridging the gap between faith and work.  Jordan dedicates his time to helping Christians understand the eternal significance of their everyday work. In this episode, Jordan sheds light on the intrinsic value of secular work and how it can be a vehicle for eternal impact. It’s time to reconsider how we view our secular work through the lens of faith. It's not just about evangelism; it's about understanding that every aspect of our work can have eternal significance and impact. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a parent, or a professional, this conversation will inspire you to view your daily tasks as meaningful contributions to God's eternal plan. Learn more about Jordan and his work: jordanraynor.com   0:00 - How your work matters for eternity  2:47 - Why we often fail to see the sacredness of our work 4:24 - The 3 ways your work matters for eternity  7:38 - Day-to-day business pract

In this episode of our podcast, we are delighted to bring you an on-air coaching session with Sharon Jenkins, a talented book coach and a member of our Impact Partnership students. Sharon has been actively involved in the writing industry for over 15 years, helping people bring their literary visions to life. Today, she shares her experiences and seeks advice on various aspects of book publishing and marketing.   Tune in to hear all about the nuances of book coaching, publishing, and the power of storytelling in building a successful writing career. Resources Mentioned In This Episode:  – Connect with Sharon: https://superauthorgranny.com/ – Learn more about the Impact Partnership: https://www.shesmakinganimpact.com/impact-partnership   0:00 - Sharon’s journey and the work she does with authors and small businesses 2:31 - The 3 ways to build your list and successfully sell your offers 3:31 - How to use Pinterest to promote your book or product (step-by-step) 7:24 - Creative ideas for getting your off

This is a recording of a really special masterclass with my friends Chelsey and Stephen Diaz, founders of The Rainmaker Family, teaching you the exact steps you need to take to start a brand new e-commerce side hustle in 2024! With their expertise, they've guided nearly 30,000 people through their transformative program, reshaping the landscape of online business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights on leveraging Amazon for success, mastering passive income techniques, and much more.  Get ready to be inspired and equipped with the tools you need to make a significant impact in the digital marketplace. Register for the Rainmaker Challenge: https://rachelngom.com/rainmaker   0:00 - Introduction to the Rainmaker Family and the students they help launch their ecommerce business 2:49 - Chelsey and Stephen’s journey to a 6-figure ecommerce business 8:00 - Increasing leverage and multiplying your time with the ecommerce business model 11:00 - The si

Life's journey is full of surprises, showing us that serving others can be a powerful way to grow and lead in ways we never imagined.  In this episode of our podcast, we’re talking to Charity Cook from Global Awakening about her journey from working local jobs and serving in her church to diving into full-time ministry. She brings over 17 years of experience and insights from working in over 30 nations, making this episode a treasure trove of wisdom for those seeking to grow in their faith and leadership. Let’s dive in! – Resources Mentioned:  Charity Cook’s Book: "Heart Like Jesus" >  https://globalawakeningstore.com/products/a-heart-like-jesus   0:00 - Introduction to Charity Cook and her journey with Global Awakening 2:03 - Charity’s experience in the Global School of Supernatural Ministry and the evolution of her work 4:54 - Miraculous healings and powerful testimonies from ministry trips 6:33 - The calling to serve and the journey of writing her book, "Heart Like Jesus" 12:03 - Balancing person