Cara Podcast
152 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -CARA is a podcast focused on inspiring and encouraging you by putting Jesus at the center of our lives. Our mission is to provide a platform to promote both personal and professional development as well as encourage self-discovery on the pathway to success. Burn the limiting beliefs that are holding you back. The easiest way to achieve everything you want in life is to fall in love with Jesus and knowing that our battles are messy and beautiful along the way to becoming all that he has created us for. What does CARA Stand for? Great question, glad you asked:) Creative | Accomplished | Remarkable | Awe-Inspired
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Be Mine
February 12, 2024 23:00 - 10 minutes - 7.29 MBValentine’s Day is upon us, and as I have been working on my own heart this year, it’s a perfect time of year, with National Heart Month and Valentine’s Day, to share with you. We are created in His image, and God is love. Life will throw us curveballs, our hearts can grow weeds and choke out the intended beauty He Created for us. He desires for our hearts to be aligned with His. And if you have ever been in love or in love, then you know that butterfly feeling you get in your heart when ...
Reflection and Refreshment
December 21, 2023 01:00 - 10 minutes - 7.53 MBHey, Hey, Friends! Christmas season is upon us, and in just a few days, we will celebrate the King’s Birthday and the greatest love the world has ever seen. Yes, you are rushing to get those last-minute orders in to arrive by Christmas, wrapping, preparing meals, kids wrapping up school for the rest of 2023, and getting ready to host or travel to make Christmas all you desire. And today, here is what I will ask you to do……stop running and start reflecting. Tune in to ensure your joy meter...
Promises
October 18, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.44 MBHey Hey, Friends!! There is power in fulfilled promises. "So, in today's episode, we will explore the complexity of promises. We have all been recipients of broken promises that have left us feeling down or completely shattered. And we'll also dive into the profound assurance that Jesus offers—promises that have sustained faith through the ages." Listen in now!
Reactionary to Big Picture
September 18, 2023 23:00 - 11 minutes - 8.12 MBHey Hey, Friends! "Welcome to The Cara Podcast- the show that takes you on a transformative journey from reacting to life's challenges to embracing the bigger picture of purpose and fulfillment. In a world where it's easy to get caught up in the daily whirlwind of tasks, news, and stress, we often find ourselves reacting to the immediate demands of the moment. But what if we told you there's a better way? What if we shared stories, insights, and wisdom that inspire you to pause, reflect,...
Archer Of Your Heart
August 16, 2023 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8.23 MBHey, Hey, Friends! It’s deep into August, and school is beginning across the country. Long summer days are winding down, and the carefree feel of summer is waving goodbye. For some of us we cannot wait to kiss the summer heart goodbye, get back to a schedule, and for some of us our hearts are far from ready to wave goodbye to these hazy and sunny summer days. Today we are going to dive into anger. For some of us, anger is not in our DNA; it takes a lot to push us over the edge to get ...
Take Hold Of Your Future
July 28, 2023 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.58 MBToday we are taking hold of our futures. No matter the world's circumstances, the guilt you are struggling with, the pain, the disappointment, the feelings you are unraveling, and the easy way to numb or hide out today and friends, there is so much more for you. He is about to do a new thing. Hebrews 11 is a chapter in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. Often referred to as the "Faith Hall of Fame" or the "Faith Chapter," it provides a powerful exposition on the nature and signifi...
Forward Momentum
July 08, 2023 21:00 - 12 minutes - 8.34 MBHey, Hey Friends!! It’s July, and the question is, no matter what happened in the last six months, this is the time to press forward. Maybe you're on track with our goals and resolutions, you have momentum, or maybe you are laughing and can't even remember this year's resolutions. Today we are diving into the forward momentum. Today, you can start afresh
Heart Revival
May 18, 2023 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8.16 MBToday on the Cara Podcast, we are diving right into the depths of the heart. The heart is what sustains every moment of our lives. The heart brings forth love and heartache. It pumps super hard as we run races. Our coffee gives us a heart jolt to awaken us; the heart can overflow with joy, kindness, and words of encouragement, and our hearts can also, metaphorically speaking, be a place of darkness, full of rocky soil. “God’s word has the power to change and transform us. Lies lose thei...
Open Roads
May 04, 2023 03:00 - 11 minutes - 8 MBWith so many celebrations and getting ready for summer, we can find ourselves on adventures traveling down new routes with open roads as our hair swirls in the breeze and feeling like we no cares in the world. It’s a feeling we want to hold onto. It’s a memory that always sticks with us. Road trips can be good for the soul, and it opens up our hearts to take in more of our surrounding and connect with the people we encounter along the way. Jesus desires for us to have a life filled with...
Bring Your Light
April 16, 2023 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8.25 MBDo you ever feel that you are seeing darkness and unsure how to use your kingdom authority to release the light? Or maybe you, at this moment, are walking through darkness and feel like you are stumbling through life with so many questions? We were not meant to go alone; listen to this week's episode, and get the guide to "Bring Your Light." We want to flip the darkness into light. I pray that we walk in BOLDNESS for so many to find the light on the hill. You can release your kingdom authori...
Highlight Reels
March 12, 2023 19:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBThere is a good saying: Hikers on the Appalachian trail have this mantra “hike your own hike”—that is, resist the urge to compare how many miles you cover in a day to how far other hikers are traveling. Today we are diving into the Highlight Reels. Last week, I caught myself grabbing my phone to do something quickly before calling it a day, and 30 minutes later, I found myself in a different state of mind than doing the message I wanted to send to someone. I trapped myself in the Highli...
URLOV3D
February 14, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 6.12 MBHappy Valentines Day, Friends! Today wanted to remind you are loved. And to stop writing love letters to yourself and read the ones from Jesus. Today we are taking a glimpse of How Great His Love Is For You!
I'm Good, To Better Day's Ahead"
February 02, 2023 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBHow often do we catch ourselves saying, "I'm Good"? And you may be "Good," and for some of us, that far from the truth. So today, we will dive from "I'm Good, To Betters Day Ahead," unlocking the lies of our human nature and looking at some great biblical examples of where even some of the greats struggled and turned to God. Today's episode is to set you free and find healing over fear, worry, anxiety, and depression, and that's more than okay to seek help from a professional. Or to give you...
LIVE THE LIFE OF ADVENTURE YOU'VE DREAMED OF...
January 11, 2023 01:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBOur new year’s resolutions. Goals, diets. Workout plans, setting out to get organized and to book more travel, or maybe we just jumped on the trend that others are doing, or maybe? Just go with the flow. Those are all excellent for having a focus and setting the course of direction for the year. And today, we will talk about the direction for setting sail with Him. If we are really honest, we want to make changes, become more, tackle those giants within, become less distracted, and be mo...
Wonder and Awe
December 14, 2022 03:00 - 11 minutes - 7.8 MBHey Hey, Friends! On the last episode of Cara Podcast, we dove into the hope of the season and the wisdom of the Wise Men, and this week, we will dive a bit deeper into the boldness of faith! I believe for so many of you that this season has a gift and a wonder that will spark and ignite within for you to experience The Wonder of the World fully. He is the wonder of the world that sets miracles into motion.
Hope, Wonder and Worship This Christmas Season
December 01, 2022 23:00 - 12 minutes - 8.83 MBHey Hey, Friends! How are you? Happy December!! WOW, there is 30 days left in 2022, and this is the season of expectancy and anticipation! This season can be filled with so much hope and joy, and it can also be filled with less than expectancy. Today we will dive into the hope of the season and the wisdom from the Wise Men. Those wise men were pretty amazing! You see, they came with expectancy, with what they had, and boy, they were super wise as they followed the star to come worship ...
Homecoming to Thanksgiving
November 18, 2022 22:00 - 12 minutes - 8.8 MBLove comes out of the heart. Today we will dive into the heart issues and hit the slow-down button this holiday season to experience a season of gratitude that will become the new source of joy in your lives. My heart desires you all to feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude deep in your heart, bones, and souls as the season's stress becomes flipped to gratitude.
Homecoming to Thanksgiving
November 18, 2022 22:00 - 12 minutes - 8.8 MBLove comes out of the heart. Today we will dive into the heart issues and hit the slow-down button this holiday season to experience a season of gratitude that will become the new source of joy in your lives. My heart desires you all to feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude deep in your heart, bones, and souls as the season's stress becomes flipped to gratitude.
The Only Influencer We Need In Our Lives
October 16, 2022 22:00 - 11 minutes - 7.8 MBHey, Hey, Friends! How often do you find yourself scrolling your Insta Feed and seeing all of the influencers sharing reels on how to have your best life? And if your reel looks like nothing they are experiencing, you have missed out on life. His Influence is one that you will never miss out on; He is the only influencer in this world that truly matters. Everything else fades away. Yes, we love our Golden Goose shoes, the latest Target finds. To experience that epic stay in some wanderlus...
The Only Influencer We Need In Our Lives
October 16, 2022 22:00 - 11 minutes - 7.8 MBHey, Hey, Friends! How often do you find yourself scrolling your Insta Feed and seeing all of the influencers sharing reels on how to have your best life? And if your reel looks like nothing they are experiencing, you have missed out on life. His Influence is one that you will never miss out on; He is the only influencer in this world that truly matters. Everything else fades away. Yes, we love our Golden Goose shoes, the latest Target finds. To experience that epic stay in some wanderlus...
Faith When The World Is On Fire
September 23, 2022 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.82 MBThe newest episode of the Cara Podcast dropped. Our faith can be shaken in our current world, and we can find ourselves longing for something different. How do we turn that longing into living in possibility full of faith to walk in step with Him as He leads us? Faith can cut through the circumstances, the shame, the hurt, the guilt, the fear, and allows us to see His promises clearly.
Faith When The World Is On Fire
September 23, 2022 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.82 MBThe newest episode of the Cara Podcast dropped. Our faith can be shaken in our current world, and we can find ourselves longing for something different. How do we turn that longing into living in possibility full of faith to walk in step with Him as He leads us? Faith can cut through the circumstances, the shame, the hurt, the guilt, the fear, and allows us to see His promises clearly.
Standing On The Edge
August 31, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.32 MBHey Hey, Friends! How are you? As we head into Labor Day weekend and enjoy the last weekend of summer fun as we stand on the edge of fall, knocking on the door. When I think of standing on the edge, it feels like so many are on edge that the battle is real for our hearts. And darkness is trying to throw those stones to fill our hearts with rocks that become hardened and let love lose its grip. Today we are diving into the heart work that He is calling you and me to. Without love, all our w...
"The PSL" Present, Seek and Listen
August 15, 2022 22:00 - 9 minutes - 6.89 MBHey, Hey Friends, how are you?!? If you stroll down the isles of the local stores or rush through the grocery store, have you noticed that Halloween and Christmas are starting to fill the shelves, from decor to candy, to PSL lattes and to all the things that make you desire to fast forward through the current season to the next? Today, let's get focused on the here and now.
Refreshment of Grace
August 01, 2022 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.4 MBHey, Hey Friends, how are you?!? It’s hard to believe we are ushering in August. With that in mind…let’s begin this month by receiving His Grace..the gift He gives so freely to refresh us in the dead heat of the summer. Grace is like a reprieve for our hearts. Through grace, God works an effective change in our hearts and lives.
Refreshment of Grace
August 01, 2022 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.4 MBHey, Hey Friends, how are you?!? It’s hard to believe we are ushering in August. With that in mind…let’s begin this month by receiving His Grace..the gift He gives so freely to refresh us in the dead heat of the summer. Grace is like a reprieve for our hearts. Through grace, God works an effective change in our hearts and lives.
Salt+Light+Rest=Heaven Earth
July 12, 2022 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBWho's exhausted and feels maybe your missing out on bringing heaven to earth? Today we are diving in to find the rest our bodies need to recharge and be ready to carry heaven on earth. First, you know who you are; the ones that rest does not come easily; it's hard to turn off the mind, the feeling that the to-do list is significant, and that if we rest, we will only slip further behind….I see you, and I know exactly what your mind says when the words: slow down, take a break, get a snack an...
You Are So 🥰 Loved
June 26, 2022 23:00 - 12 minutes - 8.87 MBHey, Hey friends, welcome to the CARA Podcast. ON THIS WEEK'S PODCAST, WE ARE GOING TO DIG INTO DOING ALL THINGS EVEN WHEN IT FEELS IMPOSSIBLE. If you're like me, we jump in with complete faith, and then life happens while we are in the battle, and we operate out of our strength and forget our reliance on Jesus, who has proven over and over that He takes our struggles and turns them into good. And, YES ARE SO LOVED.🥰 Listen in now and walk away feeling like the world's weight is lifted...
The "BIG D" of Distraction
June 10, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.15 MBHey, Hey Friends, how are you?!? Have you ever been distracted? Of course, we get distracted by our kids, co-workers, neighbors, relationships, pets, our tech, and schedules, and we can even distract ourselves, and the list can go on and on of distractions. And you know what? The Devil wants nothing more than to distract us from the purpose and plan God has given you and me. So how do we win the battle of distraction by living out the plan for our life? Great question: tune into this w...
The "BIG D" of Distraction
June 10, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.15 MBHey, Hey Friends, how are you?!? Have you ever been distracted? Of course, we get distracted by our kids, co-workers, neighbors, relationships, pets, our tech, and schedules, and we can even distract ourselves, and the list can go on and on of distractions. And you know what? The Devil wants nothing more than to distract us from the purpose and plan God has given you and me. So how do we win the battle of distraction by living out the plan for our life? Great question: tune into this w...
The Power of Blessing Brings Life
May 27, 2022 12:00 - 8 minutes - 5.8 MBHey Hey Friends, When we look at all that happens every day around us, we often wonder is God really in the business of loving and blessing us. The answer to that question is: YES, he wants more than anything to love us and bless us. The power of a blessing can change everything in our lives.
The Power of Blessing Brings Life
May 27, 2022 12:00 - 8 minutes - 5.8 MBHey Hey Friends, When we look at all that happens every day around us, we often wonder is God really in the business of loving and blessing us. The answer to that question is: YES, he wants more than anything to love us and bless us. The power of a blessing can change everything in our lives.
Your Story....The Best Seller of HOPE
May 12, 2022 23:00 - 9 minutes - 6.66 MBHey Hey, Friends! Your Story...Have you ever stopped to think about all those life choices, experiences, and pathways you took? Every one of your life experiences makes you uniquely you, and today we will be digging into your story and the best seller of hope.
How to Read The Room
April 28, 2022 03:00 - 13 minutes - 9.09 MBHey, Hey Friends, how are you?!? This week as we wrap up April, let’s recap the month. We started the month on The Cara Podcast with the theme: How To Have Your Best Month. So how was your month? You and I have so many encounters each day. So many times, we are in full-on mode and focused on the things we set out to conquer the day that we miss the beauty of those moments where opening the door to opportunities to see the people and the miracles that can take place. Tune into this week's...
How to Read The Room
April 28, 2022 03:00 - 13 minutes - 9.09 MBHey, Hey Friends, how are you?!? This week as we wrap up April, let’s recap the month. We started the month on The Cara Podcast with the theme: How To Have Your Best Month. So how was your month? You and I have so many encounters each day. So many times, we are in full-on mode and focused on the things we set out to conquer the day that we miss the beauty of those moments where opening the door to opportunities to see the people and the miracles that can take place. Tune into this week's...
Slow Dancing
April 14, 2022 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.45 MBHey Hey, Friends... When was the last time you had a dance with someone? The last time someone took your hand and led you to dance, you could feel all the worries, stresses, and failures fade away as everything around you became blurry, as your heart and soul got lost in the moment. Today tune into how to slow dance or break out in dance as we seek the kingdom and live the life we are called to live.
Slow Dancing
April 14, 2022 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.45 MBHey Hey, Friends... When was the last time you had a dance with someone? The last time someone took your hand and led you to dance, you could feel all the worries, stresses, and failures fade away as everything around you became blurry, as your heart and soul got lost in the moment. Today tune into how to slow dance or break out in dance as we seek the kingdom and live the life we are called to live.
Make This Your Best Start To April
March 31, 2022 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.78 MBHey Hey, Friends!! We come to the end of March and wrap up the first three months of 2022. Let that sink in for just a moment, and ASK yourself this question: What is it that you set out to do this year? I set up those questions as a simple guide to position yourself for the best start to April and the best beginning of your life possibility. Listen in on this week's podcast as we Ask, Seek and Knock. To learn more about the Cara Podcast or to be a guest: head over to www.carapodcast....
Protect Your Peace
March 18, 2022 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.22 MBHey Hey Friends!! When I think of Luck and Gold…..we have the choice to step into a posture to live in a beautiful state of mind and protect our peace. First, at one time or another, we face troubles, pain, disappointment, betrayal, loss, and the list goes, AND we get to decide how we show up each day. Listen now and how to HIS peace can change everything.
Camping Out In His Presence
March 11, 2022 03:00 - 12 minutes - 8.7 MBHey, Hey Friends, how are you? Today on the Cara Podcast, let's get ready to be refreshed and refocused by camping out in His Presence. Have you ever experienced a night where the sky was filled with darkness, and when you gaze up at the galaxy and a billion stars shining so brightly, it felt as it was within your grasp, that is how With Jesus, everything comes alive, dry rivers flow once again when we spend time camping out in His Presence?
Camping Out In His Presence
March 11, 2022 03:00 - 12 minutes - 8.7 MBHey, Hey Friends, how are you? Today on the Cara Podcast, let's get ready to be refreshed and refocused by camping out in His Presence. Have you ever experienced a night where the sky was filled with darkness, and when you gaze up at the galaxy and a billion stars shining so brightly, it felt as it was within your grasp, that is how With Jesus, everything comes alive, dry rivers flow once again when we spend time camping out in His Presence?
Spark JOY in a Dim World
February 25, 2022 22:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBHey Hey Friends!! I have a lot on my mind, and there are so many things all around us that we have very little control over. So amid a DIM world, how do we show up and be BRAVE? How do we take a stand for what we believe and be unstoppable for the calling on our lives? Join me on the Cara Podcast today as we give practical ways to step into JOY. When we choose to spark Joy, we illuminate the atmosphere around us. Today we will dig into Jesus and The undeniable power of His JOY that cam...
When The Mountains Call
February 18, 2022 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.26 MBHey Hey Friends, last week I watched the sunset cast over the horizon sweeping over the mountains of the peaks as the clouds kissed the mountain tops and enveloped the valleys. It’s a reminder of our life. Life was created to be a journey and not a sprint. He is above all our peaks and valleys. If you have ever been out on a good hike and when you take a moment to catch your breath to take a moment to take in the viewpoint or ascend to the peak, we marvel at the awe-inspiring landscape a...
When The Mountains Call
February 18, 2022 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.26 MBHey Hey Friends, last week I watched the sunset cast over the horizon sweeping over the mountains of the peaks as the clouds kissed the mountain tops and enveloped the valleys. It’s a reminder of our life. Life was created to be a journey and not a sprint. He is above all our peaks and valleys. If you have ever been out on a good hike and when you take a moment to catch your breath to take a moment to take in the viewpoint or ascend to the peak, we marvel at the awe-inspiring landscape a...
His Kisses Of Grace With Each Sunrise
February 04, 2022 22:00 - 7 minutes - 4.94 MBHi Friends, I hope you are doing well. As we kickstart Feb, what if we woke up to receive Kisses of grace with each sunrise and took a posture every day grateful! Listen in now.
HE HOLDS OUR FUTURE
January 29, 2022 14:00 - 8 minutes - 6.25 MBHi Friends, I hope you are doing well. As we come to the end of January, we look back over the start of 2022 to reflect on the resolutions, goals, and flow of the month. So here is what I want to share with you on this week's podcast on how to take into HE HOLDS OUR FUTURE. He is the one who knows your heart. He understands your deepest desires, heart's desires, needs, hopes, dreams, and fears. When we surrender to the idea that HE HOLDS our Future, it's like a wave of refreshment over o...
Sunshine & Friendship
January 21, 2022 22:00 - 10 minutes - 7.36 MBHey Hey, Friends, I hope you are doing well. We are deep into January, and depending on where you live, you may be longing for the sunshine to brighten up your days, or maybe you are in a place where you are soaking in all of the rays. Today take a moment to place your hand over your heart and feel the warmth of your hand on your chest. You and are were made to experience the sunrises, sunsets, and deep friendship. Take a listen!
Perscription To The Good Life
January 14, 2022 15:00 - 8 minutes - 5.62 MBHey, hey friends, I hope you are well. Today, we share with everyone who wants the prescription to the good life. Listen in and receive.
Who is the Captain of Your Lifeboat?
January 07, 2022 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.94 MBHappy 2022 Friends!! First, I want you to receive that all things are possible for you this year! Then, join us on the Carapodcast to listen in as we dive right into how you can take the posture of receiving to live your best life by putting the right captain at the helm of your life.
A Giving Heart Is A Beautiful Heart
December 23, 2021 14:00 - 8 minutes - 6.02 MBHey Hey, Friends, We are just a day away from Christmas Eve. So as we rush to get those last-minute gifts, catch that flight, pack the car or prepare your home, please let these words soak in…never lose the magic of Christmas. Tune in to prepare your heart to be giving heart is a beautiful heart.