Shout for Joy with Kelly and Paige

How can we 'be the light' in our corner of the world. Today we discuss ways to shine God's light through us. We have a list that will help us to encourage, bless, and inspire the hearts of other.

Mother Teresa said not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love and God's light.

Matthew 5:14-16

Ephesians 5:8-9

Colossians 3: 12

Do you hold grudges? Have regrets? Holding on to grudges, not forgiving is unhealthy, in mind and body.

Today we discuss ways to let go and forgive. Forgiveness is an active process and can have huge health benefits. We list 5 ways to release pain. Hope you enjoy!

Colossians 3:13

Ephesians 4:32

Dr. Michelle Bengtson

Dr. Karen Swartz

Has the content you've consumed the last few days increased your growth as a person and helped you become the person you hope to be? Is it meaningful or meaningless?

In this episode of 'Shout for Joy,' we discuss the concept of a 'content diet' based on Matthew Kelly's book.

We explore how the content we consume affects our personal growth, relationships, and overall well-being. We encourage everyone to reflect on what they allow into their lives and to focus on cultivating joy, gratitude, and wisdom.

The content we consume significantly impacts our mood and growth.A healthy relationship with technology involves putting it in its proper place.

Visualize curating your own personal 'art museum' of content that will help lead to a more fulfilling life.Starting small with changes in your content diet can lead to significant improvements.

Hope you enjoy the episode!

Galatians 5:22

The Content Diet by Matthew Kelly

Have you ever been called to mentor or even a group?

Most all of us are guilty of judgement. But Mother Teresa says "If you judge people, you have no time to love them."

In today's episode we discuss how judgement doesn't enrich our lives and can often lead to gossip. We want to live our lives with deeper roots, deeper connections, deeper meaning. Hope you enjoy listening.

Matthew 7:3-4

God is Love. A simple statement, but such a wonderful thing to remember as we go about our lives.

In today's episode we talk about ways to Love one another, and how to love those who are outside our comfort zones.

There are so many ways to Love and many levels of Love. We hope you enjoy the episode.

1 Corinthians 13:13

1 John 4:19

1 John 4: 11

'Mere Christianity' by C.S. Lewis

What are you grateful for? Gratitude isn't about pretending life is easy, but remembering God's faithfulness.

In today's episode, we discuss ways to fill our brains with gratitude.... not negativity.

Research shows anxiety and gratitude can not exist at the same time in our brains.... so more gratefulness may kick out the anxiety.

Here are the bible versus and books we mentioned:

2 Corinthians 4:13

1 Thessalonians 5:18

"1000 Gifts" by Ann Voskamp

Worship song:

"God I am Just Grateful for You" by Elevaton Worship and Chandler Moore

"Daily Devo" Podcast

Have you ever talked out loud to yourself? Or prayed out loud when you're alone? Well.... if so, great job!

If not, then maybe you should give it a try! In today's podcast we discuss ways we can "train our brain" to find peace. A peaceful mind equals good health. We all need that!

Ideas include journaling, talking to a faithful friend, going for a walk, smiling! Useful information to get rid of that negative energy. Hope you enjoy our podcast.

Philippians 4: 8

Philippians 4 6-7

"The Power of Positive Thinking"

book by Norman Vincent Peale

Today's podcast is filled with ideas about devotions, meditations, ways to start your day in a positive mindset.

Here are some books and apps we mentioned, a wonderful Bible if you're looking for one.

Jeremiah Study Bible, filled with guidance!***

The Bible App

Jesus Calling

Embraced by Lysa TerKeurst

Switch On Your Brain Everyday by Dr. Caroline Leaf

Upon Waking by Jackie Hill Perry

Enjoy and thanks for being with us!!

"A need seen is an assignment given."

Such a great quote, to remind us that we are called to use our special abilities to help others. Service can take many forms, time or treasure.

Serving others helps us develop our spiritual gifts, opens our eyes to new experiences, to be more like Jesus, and gives us confidence.

In today's episode, we delve into many forms of service that will not only improve the lives of those around us, but our lives too.

1 Peter 4: 10-11

Isaiah 43:19 is a bible verse that Paige mentioned.

Today we discuss the book, Holy Moments by Matthew Kelly. It helps explain how one moment in our day can have a profound effect on someone if we just listen to God and follow through on what's nudging us.

All it takes is training your heart to collaborate with God. Have a great day everyone and we hope you enjoy!!

Holy Momenta by Matthew Kelly

We all need Grace in our lives. God saved us by His grace. We need to pass it along to others.

Today we talk about ways to extend Grace to those we love or even to those we don't even know.

Who in your life could benefit from your Grace today?

We all experience worry, anxiety and fear. But God wants us to turn to him in those moments!

Easier said than done. We discuss tools to handle and prepare for the worry..... rewiring our brains to trust God and accept his peace.

Hope you enjoy the podcast. Please don't forget to like it and give us comments and ideas for future episodes.

We may not think about this much.... but being curious about others is so important! Taking time to engage, ask questions, and listen will deepen your connections.

We talk about being curious in today's podcast. How it enriches not only our lives, but those we love.

Never stop learning.... and always Shout for Joy!!!!

Positive relationships are essential to our well-being.... keeping us happier and healthier.

This means, we all need to do a better job at saying yes... Yes to the neighborhood party, lunch with a friend, volunteering with our co-workers.

What does your social fitness look like? Listen and see if you get some ideas that will energize you, and even lengthen your life!!!!

Shout for Joy!!!!

When we listen well, amazing things can happen. We cultivate, connections, spread kindness, and pave the way for deeper relationships.

Today, we talk about how to be a better listener, and the joy it can bring us in our lives if we do.

Don't forget to share ideas with us and like our podcast on spotify.

Shout for Joy!!!

We all need to challenge ourselves, whether it's spiritually, mentally, physically!

Have you thought about learning a new language, building a garden, taking voice lessons. Listen to today's podcast and see if you are interested in taking this journey with us.

Can you think of someone who encouraged you?

Now, who do you encourage.

Today we talk about getting out of our comfort zone, and encouraging those around us. It can be someone in our circle, or even a stranger. Be the Light wherever you are called.

Teacher Paige also gives us some homework. Enjoy the show, and don't forget to like and comment on Spotify!!! xo

Prayer is important in our lives, but how do we do it? And when?

Paige has used a prayer journal for many years, she gives us tips on how she finds strength and comfort through this process and maybe we can try it too.