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Axis Podcast

158 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 80 ratings

Helping women fight for mind, body, soul.

Sisters, Anna Light and Erin Simms have a mission to help you full-heartedly pursue an energetic life, break free from insecurities, and live confidently with your identity firmly grounded in Truth. Through their candid and vulnerable discussions, the podcast will inspire you to take charge of your body, mind and spirit as you learn to wake up everyday and fight for the life you have been given.

Anna is a wife and homeschool mom, former pastor, author of In_Security: Break Free from what Holds You Back, speaker, learner, Jesus and coffee lover, encourager.
Erin is a wife, homeschool mom of four, former ballet dancer, NASM certified person trainer, insatiable reader, workout enthusiast, Jesus lover.

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Episodes

Episode 103 Paradigm Shift-Reveiw "Parenting" by Paul Tripp

April 27, 2020 20:49 - 56 minutes - 107 MB

Episode 103 Paradigm Shift-Reveiw "Parenting" by Paul Tripp by Axis Podcast

Identity Amesia Leads to Identity Replacement:Review "Parenting" by Paul Tripp

April 21, 2020 19:49 - 50 minutes - 96.2 MB

Identity Amesia Leads to Identity Replacement:Review "Parenting" by Paul Tripp by Axis Podcast

When Grace Reaches You-Review "Parenting" by Paul Tripp

April 13, 2020 20:45 - 51 minutes - 96.8 MB

When Grace Reaches You-Review "Parenting" by Paul Tripp by Axis Podcast

Episode 100!!

March 31, 2020 22:25 - 55 minutes - 105 MB

Episode 100!! by Axis Podcast

Episode 100!!

March 31, 2020 22:25 - 55 minutes - 105 MB

Episode 100!! by Axis Podcast

Bonus Episode with special guest Polly Behringer-Guided meditation

March 17, 2020 18:55 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Bonus Episode with special guest Polly Behringer-Guided meditation by Axis Podcast

Episode 99-What if the Struggle is the Blessing?

March 09, 2020 21:05 - 47 minutes - 90.7 MB

Episode 99-What if the Struggle is the Blessing? by Axis Podcast

Episode 98-Living as Stones

March 02, 2020 21:15 - 50 minutes - 96.4 MB

Episode 98-Living as Stones by Axis Podcast

Episode 97-I Am Not with Simi John

February 25, 2020 12:36 - 41 minutes - 72.5 MB

Episode 97-I Am Not with Simi John by Axis Podcast

Episode 96-Question & Response with Robin Meadows

February 18, 2020 01:32 - 1 hour - 116 MB

Episode 96-Question & Response with Robin Meadows by Axis Podcast

Episode 95-Who I am-Who I want to be

February 11, 2020 17:22 - 42 minutes - 81.6 MB

Episode 95-Who I am-Who I want to be by Axis Podcast

Episode 94-A Legacy of Love

February 04, 2020 00:05 - 47 minutes - 92.1 MB

Episode 94-A Legacy of Love by Axis Podcast

Episode 93-A Circle of Quiet

January 28, 2020 13:03 - 47 minutes - 91.5 MB

Episode 93-A Circle of Quiet by Axis Podcast

Episode 92-Start where you are, use what you have: Guest Laynie Travis

January 13, 2020 21:23 - 50 minutes - 89.2 MB

Episode 92-Start where you are, use what you have: Guest Laynie Travis by Axis Podcast

Episode 91-Living a Life of Purpose

January 07, 2020 14:04 - 26 minutes - 49.3 MB

Episode 91-Living a Life of Purpose by Axis Podcast

Episode 90-Best Bloopers of 2019 :)

December 31, 2019 15:08 - 9 minutes - 17.7 MB

Episode 90-Best Bloopers of 2019 :) by Axis Podcast

Episode 89-The Simplest Way to a Life of Freedom and Purpose

December 17, 2019 17:07 - 48 minutes - 92.9 MB

Episode 89-The Simplest Way to a Life of Freedom and Purpose by Axis Podcast

Episode 88-The Real, Speaking God

December 09, 2019 21:28 - 50 minutes - 95.7 MB

Episode 88-The Real, Speaking God by Axis Podcast

Episode 87-The Invitation for More {book review The Pursuit of God}

December 02, 2019 20:43 - 50 minutes - 95.3 MB

Episode 87-The Invitation for More {book review The Pursuit of God} by Axis Podcast

Episode 86-A Contrarian Life-Guest-Dirk Meadows

November 26, 2019 14:01 - 1 hour - 120 MB

Episode 86-A Contrarian Life-Guest-Dirk Meadows by Axis Podcast

Episode 85-What Happens When We Operate in Pride:Ego

November 19, 2019 13:06 - 51 minutes - 97.8 MB

Episode 85-What Happens When We Operate in Pride:Ego by Axis Podcast

Episode 84-Jesus Loves the Hell Out of You-Guest-Alisa Keeton

November 13, 2019 22:04 - 52 minutes - 94.6 MB

Episode 84-Jesus Loves the Hell Out of You-Guest-Alisa Keeton by Axis Podcast

Episode 83-Finding Passion in the Blah of Life

October 28, 2019 20:47 - 54 minutes - 104 MB

Episode 83-Finding Passion in the Blah of Life by Axis Podcast

Episode 82-Finding Passion in the Blah of Life

October 28, 2019 20:47 - 54 minutes - 104 MB

Episode 82-Finding Passion in the Blah of Life by Axis Podcast

Episode 82-You're Never Diminished, There's Always More with Robin Meadows

October 14, 2019 23:50 - 45 minutes - 87.2 MB

Episode 82-You're Never Diminished, There's Always More with Robin Meadows by Axis Podcast

Episode 81: Strong Mind-Interview with Twyler Earl

October 08, 2019 18:57 - 56 minutes - 100 MB

Episode 81: Strong Mind-Interview with Twyler Earl by Axis Podcast

Episode 80-Q&A with Anna & Erin

September 30, 2019 20:40 - 45 minutes - 87.8 MB

Episode 80-Q&A with Anna & Erin by Axis Podcast

Episode 79-The Place of Ultimate Joy

September 23, 2019 21:29 - 53 minutes - 104 MB

Episode 79-The Place of Ultimate Joy by Axis Podcast

Episode 78-The Kindling & Spark of Spiritual Passion

September 16, 2019 19:48 - 54 minutes - 104 MB

Episode 78-The Kindling & Spark of Spiritual Passion by Axis Podcast

Episode 77-Book Review-Desiring God

September 09, 2019 21:02 - 44 minutes - 83.9 MB

Episode 77-Book Review-Desiring God by Axis Podcast

Episode 76 "Create Space" Interview-Sarah Hall

August 06, 2019 17:06 - 53 minutes - 97.5 MB

“Awaken to the reality that God is constantly longing to set us free and heal us.” This woman @sarahdawnhall is a force for the kingdom of God. Her heart for healing is second-to-none and she is creating space for people to heal and connect with God hat her yoga retreats with @saltandspirit.co Do your heart a favor and listen to her speak life, truth, and love over you today. Follow her and her retreats for more info.

Episode 75-Discipline is Not Punishment

July 09, 2019 11:38 - 43 minutes - 82.4 MB

Oftentimes the hardships we face seem like a punishment from God, when in fact those hardships are God’s loving discipline that will mature us for the next season of life. Discipline is not Punishment. Discipline is Training. God wastes nothing. There’s always a purpose in your pain. There’s always purpose in the difficult circumstances you are facing. He will use it for your good, He’s promised that. “Endure hardship as discipline. God is educating you; that’s why you should never drop o...

Episode 74-When You Don't Hear from God

June 04, 2019 14:46 - 45 minutes - 87.3 MB

Many of us long to hear from God. To experience the conversational relationship we see and hear others enjoying, but what if you just don’t hear from God? What does it mean to hear from Him? How do we know we’re hearing from Him and not from our own made-up thoughts? Anna and Erin discuss this all-too-elusive subject on hearing the voice of God. It may be simpler than you think. Join our Facebook Community Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/178984722503298/?ref=bookmarks

Q&A with Anna & Erin

May 22, 2019 20:25 - 48 minutes - 93.2 MB

We talk about foods to eat for energy, buffer foods that keep you on track, body image and intuitive eating, prayer life and when you're distracted: Pray the acronym: Adoration Confession Thanksgiving Supplication

Episode 72-Your New Name with Robin Meadows

May 13, 2019 17:11 - 47 minutes - 90.5 MB

We couldn’t think of a better way to wrap up Mother’s Day weekend than to have our very own mother, Robin Meadows join us on AxisPodcast. Robin is the wife of one and the mother of many. Having raised seven children of her own, (Erin firstborn, Anna 4th) she knows just how overwhelming motherhood can be. Her prayer is that by sharing her own experience, other mothers will be blessed and encouraged to cling to Jesus and serve their families with joy. We hope you are blessed by this episode ...

Episode 71-"Twisted Truth" Review: Screwtape Letters week 3

May 07, 2019 12:46 - 44 minutes - 85.7 MB

Our final review of The Screwtape Letters. The enemy’s strategy to keep us distracted Our desire for change and permanence and how God gives us that gift The enemy’s strategy to twist the truth to deceive us All of us could use a little help in this battle of life. This episode offers a behind the curtain look at the way our spiritual enemy temps, entices, and draws us off track from the way of Life. Follow Anna and Erin on Instagram www.instagram.com/annalight09 www.instagram.com/elsimm...

Episode 70-"Living Present" Review: The Screwtape Letters week 2

April 30, 2019 13:37 - 48 minutes - 91 MB

We continue our review of The Screwtape Letters with a look at these four themes: Feelings of uneasiness and disconnection from God Experiencing real pleasures to keep you grounded in reality Humility as a virtue and seeing ourselves for who we really are Living in the present moment as a way of touching eternity We have been given the AUTHORITY for VICTORY in our daily battles. Join us as we continue to learn how to fight against our spiritual enemy and live lives of purpose, passion an...

Episode 69-"The Enemy We Fight but Do Not Fear" Review: The Screwtape Letters week 1

April 23, 2019 13:48 - 56 minutes - 109 MB

What if we knew the enemy’s plan to take us off course? What if we had an inside scoop of how they think, and what kind of strategy they use to bring us down? What if we were able to get behind enemy lines and gain an advantage in this battle of life? Well, we can! Join Anna and Erin for episode 69 and a look into the book The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis and learn how to armor up against our spiritual enemy. Follow us on Instagram @annalight09 http://www.instagram.com/annlight09 @4tit...

Episode 68-Numb-Find Healing in Feeling with Kay Gackle

April 16, 2019 11:54 - 46 minutes - 84.6 MB

Episode 68 features special guest Kay Gackle. 🎧 Kay is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Florida and Oklahoma, and author of the book, Numb: Find Healing in Feeling. She has a passion to see people find freedom and get healing. Her focus has been specifically on helping individuals who have experienced sexual abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and grief; as well as partnering and equipping others in the areas of parenting and relationships. 🎧 In a world where many feel numb emotional...

Episode 67-Q&A with Anna & Erin

April 09, 2019 13:37 - 57 minutes - 111 MB

Where to start for healthy eating, weight-loss & toxic-free products, Lifting weights and building muscles for teens (and anyone), how to be proactive in balancing hormones, best sugar alternatives for health & weight-loss Books mentioned: It Starts with Food https://www.amazon.com/Starts-Food-Discover-Whole30-Unexpected/dp/1628600543/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=174248083387&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9026193&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=9411734863997465468&hvtargid=kwd-55849980385&keywords=it+start+wit...

Episode 66-Understanding God in His True Nature

April 02, 2019 16:32 - 53 minutes - 101 MB

What we believe becomes the reality that we experience… Many of us come to understand God through how we were RAISED, our RELIGION, REFINEMENT (AKA culture) or through REVELATION Knowing God in His true nature is so vitally important because what you believe about God becomes the way you experience God. What you believe about God determines the extent that you will experience the free and abundant life He offers. Are there some things you’ve learned about God, that you need to unlearn...

Episode 65-Growing in Emotional Maturity

March 25, 2019 19:46 - 56 minutes - 103 MB

So much of lives obstacles can be helped with a little more emotional maturity. Where would you describe your emotional state in areas of relationships, health, work, finances, etc. Anna and Erin discuss the different levels of emotional maturity and how we can continue to grow in our spiritual awareness. For info on the Functional Medicine Detox visit www.equilibriumnutrition.com

Episode 64-Fitness with Lindsay Simpson

March 12, 2019 15:13 - 53 minutes - 91.6 MB

We are excited to bring you another inspiring guest to AxisPodcast. Say hello to Lindsay Simpson, a personal and online trainer for weight-loss and a behavioral change specialist. We chat about fitness, goals, simplifying the process, and bringing Christ into our health journey for life-long success. Stay tuned till the end of the episode for a special AxisPodcast Fight Award sent in from one of our listeners. Connect with us www.axispodcast.com Don’t forget to be added to our FB communi...

Episode 63 The Folly of Grace

March 05, 2019 13:15 - 53 minutes - 101 MB

Have you ever really thought about the concept of grace? It’s complete and utter foolishness when you really start to understand it. Do you understand it? So often as Christ-followers we accept grace in theory but deny it in practice. What would our lives look like if we truly understood and accepted this grace in our daily lives? Empowered. Free. Peaceful. Abundant. Joyful. Join Anna & Erin on the final episode of the Ragamuffin Gospel book review. Connect with us at www.axispodcast.c...

Episode 62-The Wonder of Grace

February 26, 2019 13:19 - 49 minutes - 93.2 MB

Being caught up in wonder, actually believing that He loves us, removing the facade and admitting we are nothing… all point to the deep breath of relief grace offers. On episode 62 we review chapters 5,6,7&8 of The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning. Connect with us www.axispodcast.com Don’t forget to be added to our FB community group!

Episode 61-You're a Ragamuffin, I'm a Ragamuffin, We're all Ragamuffins

February 20, 2019 02:34 - 50 minutes - 96.2 MB

What is a Ragamuffin? It is an awake Christian that knows he or she is nothing, and that God is everything. It is being men and women simply living a life close to Jesus. Take a big deep breath of relief and find the rest that grace offers. You don’t have to strive, you don’t have to have it all together, you don’t have to do anything, except accept what’s already been done for you. Our review of the book Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning Visit us: www.axispodcast.com @annalight09 ...

Episode 60-Q&A with Anna & Erin

February 12, 2019 13:22 - 56 minutes - 107 MB

Answering questions about favorite products, (links below) Will lifting weights make me big? How did you write and publish your book? How should I schedule my workouts? What about a colon cleanse or detox? Our favorite products: Colloidal Silver (natural antibiotic) https://www.amazon.com/Natural-Path-Silver-Wings-Supplement/dp/B000BSZBHS/ref=sr_1_7?crid=1SBYYOJZA0VB6&keywords=colloidal+silver&qid=1549925715&s=gateway&sprefix=colloidal%2Caps%2C442&sr=8-7 Bio-Kult Probiotic for kids ...

Episode 59-Defining Your Personal Purpose Statement

February 05, 2019 00:46 - 48 minutes - 92 MB

PURPOSE is staying PRESENT to the intersection🔀 of your PLACE 🏠 and the PEOPLE👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 in your life. It includes your PAST 🔙 experiences and your current PASSIONS 💖and living it will bring you PEACE ☮️ No matter who you are, the circumstances you’re in, or the life you find yourself living... you have a purpose. What am I doing right now with my life? Does it make me happy? Do I feel fulfilled? What do I keep gravitating toward? Is it different from what I am currently doing? What did...

Episode 58: Purpose is Found When We Focus on Today with Brian Howard

January 29, 2019 12:56 - 1 hour - 111 MB

Whether you're suffering from a form of addiction, know someone who is, or just want to live a more meaningful and purposeful life, the tools Brian gives listeners will help anyone take charge of their lives and live with a purpose. Brian Howard MA, LADC-MH is a Licensed Alcohol, Drug, and Mental Health Counselor specializing in diagnosing and treating people afflicted with addiction, alcoholism, mental health disorders, as well as treating family members of those impacted by addiction. B...

Episode 57-What Does it Mean to Live with Purpose?

January 22, 2019 17:18 - 59 minutes - 112 MB

In today’s world, it can be overwhelming to “find your purpose” and “live your best life” and all the super, high-positive, in-your-face-“dream-big” advice about what you should be doing with your life. In this episode, we discuss what it means to live a life of purpose. 🎧 Your PURPOSE is the intersection🔀 between your PLACE 🏠 and the PEOPLE👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 in your life. It includes your PAST 🔙 experiences and your current PASSIONS 💖and living it will bring you PEACE ☮️ No matter who you are, the...

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