Joy in the Weeds
99 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago -Welcome to "Joy in the Weeds," a podcast that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit. Life throws curveballs, but it's in those moments that we discover our true strength and the beauty of joy. Join hosts Beth Grissom and Kim Cove as they share their personal experiences and engage in heartfelt conversations with inspiring guests who have found joy amidst life's challenges. From overcoming loss to embracing change, each episode offers a glimpse into the transformative power of finding the joy God desires for you in unexpected places. Get ready for uplifting stories, practical tips, and a reminder that joy can bloom even in the toughest circumstances.
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The Joy of Silence
July 09, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBBeth and Kim are back in the same room having a conversation about silence and the joy it often brings! We live in an increasingly noisy world where silence or quiet is rare. Perhaps that is contributing to the lack of genuine joy? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyintheweeds.org
Vacation and Rest
June 25, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBRest, vacations, down time, are all vitally important aspects of life. We hope this conversation inspires you to up the joy in your life with some much needed rest! Beth and Kim sit down and have a conversation about the importance of being intentional about taking time to recharge and reboot. Bible Texts: Matthew 11:28 ESV — "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Exodus 20: 8-11 ESV —"Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor,...
We have been called to know one another!
May 28, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBBeth and Kim sit down with Kaleb Eisele, founder of Humans of Adventism and talk about how the project started, and ultimately the calling that we as Christians have to KNOW one another! Kaleb is honest and open about some of the challenges and how those led to a whole new ministry and focus. Joy can be born from the weeds. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyinthew...
Happy, Happy, Happy
May 14, 2021 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBBeth and Kim sit down together and talk about the importance of being happy. We hope this episode brings you lots of happiness! Apologies: Unfortunately we had some issues with our audio set-up but the conversation that took place was too good to not share. Thank you for your understanding and we hope you find a blessing in what we talked about. Happy Songs: What Joy (feat. Destiny Kids) https://youtu.be/yOEviTLJOqo The Happy Song https://youtu.be/nabrmNTrBiU Oh Happy Day https://youtu....
The Blessing of Sabbath with Special Guest: Dr. Elizabeth Talbot
April 30, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBKim and Beth have the privilege to speak with Elizabeth Talbot about the Sabbath. If you have been a lifelong Sabbath keeper or have recently been studying more about Sabbath or if you don’t know what Sabbath is, you need to listen. Elizabeth is a gifted bible scholar and opens up the scriptures about Sabbath in a NEW and beautiful way! Please listen! She also has a gift for you if you listen!!! This will change your life! Meet our Special Guest: Elizabeth Viera Talbot, Ph.D., is the Sp...
Celebrating Beth's Birthday! With Special Guest Lynn Ortel
April 16, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBIn honor of Beth’s upcoming birthday, Beth invites her long-time mentor and friend, Lynn Ortel. Lynn has a beautiful way of always encouraging, always building other up and ALWAYS bringing every conversation back to the glorious love of our Savior and friend Jesus Christ. Every moment of this conversation was so special that we are giving you the complete uncut version. Lynn is and has been a mentor to Beth for over 27 years. Their friendship has been an incredible blessing bringing enco...
A Powerful Conversation with Sarah McDugal
April 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBApril is Abuse Awareness Month so Beth and Kim sat down and had a powerful conversation with Sarah McDugal about modesty culture. This conversation is not for young ears and it may be triggering. It is however an important conversation that we hope men and women will listen to. Especially parents of both girls and boys alike. We think you will find this helpful! Sarah McDugal is an author, speaker, trainer, and Abuse Recovery Coach who works exclusively with women wounded by toxic relati...
A conversation with "Crossculturechristian" Kevin Wilson
March 19, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBIn this episode Beth and Kim have a wonderful conversation with youth pastor Kevin Watson, aka Chai Guy, aka Cross Culture Christian. They talk about life, the pandemic, and thinking outside the normal lines of ministry and entering the TikTok world. Kevin Wilson, an associate pastor of the Oceanside Seventh-day Adventist Church in San Diego, California, became a TikTok viral sensation this summer for making authentic chai, and delightfully encouraging others to attempt his recipe. Show n...
It’s Not Your Turn — Dr. Heather Thompson Day
March 05, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBIn this episode Beth and Kim have a wonderful conversation with Dr. Heather Thompson Day about life, love and her new book, It’s Not Your Turn: What to Do While You’re Waiting for Your Breakthrough. Dr. Heather Thompson Day is speaker and contributor for Religion News Service, Newsweek and the Barna Group. She is also an Associate Professor of Communication at Colorado Christian University. She is passionate about supporting women, and runs an online community called I’m That Wife which h...
The Power of HERstory
February 19, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBElizabeth Pule was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario. She’s had the privilege of pastoring in the Ontario Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church as pastor & chaplain for the last 16 years. Since 2017 Liz and her husband Orlando were elected to serve as Family/Men/Women/Singles Ministry directors. Liz strongly believes in the power of love without strings attached and overwhelming people with compassion and grace as they get to know Jesus. Liz and her husband are blessed with thre...
Gorgeous2God — Erica Jones
February 05, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBErica sits down for a second conversation to discuss the Gorgeous2God Ministry, and the importance of having difficult real conversations with our girls. This is a must listen for parents of girls or all ages. Erica Jones currently serves as the Assistant Director of Women’s Ministries for the North American Division. She received her undergraduate degree in English from Southern Adventist University, after which she accepted a position in the General Conference Youth Department as an edi...
Erica Jones - Gorgeous2God
February 05, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBErica sits down for a second conversation to discuss the Gorgeous2God Ministry, and the importance of having difficult real conversations with our girls. This is a must listen for parents of girls or all ages. Erica Jones currently serves as the Assistant Director of Women’s Ministries for the North American Division. She received her undergraduate degree in English from Southern Adventist University, after which she accepted a position in the General Conference Youth Department as an edi...
A Story of Purpose
January 22, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBErica Jones currently serves as the Assistant Director of Women’s Ministries for the North American Division. She received her undergraduate degree in English from Southern Adventist University, after which she accepted a position in the General Conference Youth Department as an editorial assistant where she managed the One Year in Mission initiative. Her primary ministry is working with teen girls and developing resources that address the real issues they face. She also dedicates time to t...
Godly Woman
January 08, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBBeth and Kim sit down as they start a new year and a Season Two to discuss what it means to be a “Godly Woman” and are also joined with the guest from Season One. Season One Guests in order of appearance in this episode: Joanne Langevin, Tammy Vaughan, Mary Beth Hagan, Halcyon MacKnight, Carolyn Kendall, Courtnie Hodgins, Dr Rachel William Smith, Sarah Hill, Anna Grissom, Dr. Lucretia Berry, Cassie Williams, Erica Jones, Phyllis Lytle Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email...
The Beauty of Christmas
December 25, 2020 05:00 - 47 minutes - 33.1 MBBeth and Kim sit down with Courtnie and celebrate Christmas by sharing all that is beautiful. Merry Christmas! Courtnie Hodgins was born, raised and lives near Charlotte, NC. She’s married to Ryan and has three girls ages 6-10. She enjoys cooking, working out (so she can eat, haha), spending time with friends and family, and in true introvert fashion, she loves her quiet down time! She loves to learn more about the character of God, and longs to be more like Him. Follow us on Facebook...
The Weeds of Christmas
December 11, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBKim and Beth sit down and talk about the weeds of Christmas. We all have things in our lives that make this time difficult and finding ways to navigate the weeds and still have joy is so important. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyintheweeds.org
The Joys of Christmas
November 27, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBBeth and Kim have a great time talking about all the things that bring such joy at Christmas. Perhaps more than ever it feels like this Christmas we need JOY!!!! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyintheweeds.org
Thanksgiving!
November 13, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBBeth and Kim sit down with the ever popular Courtnie Hodgins, and Carolyn Kendall to have a fun conversation about all things thanksgiving. They share traditions, talk about food (of course) and just experience all the joys of talking about Thanksgiving. Courtnie Hodgins was born, raised and lives near Charlotte, NC. She’s married to Ryan and has three girls ages 6-10. She enjoys cooking, working out (so she can eat, haha), spending time with friends and family, and in true introvert fas...
Thanksgiving!
November 13, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBBeth and Kim sit down with the ever popular Courtnie Hodgins, and Carolyn Kendall to have a fun conversation about all things thanksgiving. They share traditions, talk about food (of course) and just experience all the joys of talking about Thanksgiving. Courtnie Hodgins was born, raised and lives near Charlotte, NC. She’s married to Ryan and has three girls ages 6-10. She enjoys cooking, working out (so she can eat, haha), spending time with friends and family, and in true introvert fas...
The joy and weeds of fostering and adoption with Mary Beth Hagan
October 30, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBMary Beth shares her story of God leading as her family makes the choice to foster children and adoption. Mary Beth Hagan is an elementary school teacher and a mother of four. She has two grown children- Marissa and Mitchell, and two adopted children, David (12) and John (10). She loves living in the mountains of North Carolina where her family enjoys hiking, biking, and traveling. Mary Beth is passionate about children and young adults of all ages feeling valued and encouraged to reach the...
Be a Warrior — A Conversation with Tammy Vaughan
October 16, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBBeth and Kim sit down to talk with their friend Tammy Vaughn to have a real honest conversation. Tammy is the proud wife (of 33 years) to Bob Vaughan, mother of Matt and Luke, graduate of Mount Pisgah Academy near Asheville, NC (go ’83), daughter of God, and 3-year breast cancer survivor. Raised in Asheville from seventh grade through college, all she wanted was to get back to the mountains. She and her family were able to do this in 2007, just in time for their boys to attend her same ac...
Balance — Possible or Impossible
October 02, 2020 05:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBA long long time ago, before Covid-19 when life was as it once was, Beth and Kim sat down to discuss the ever important topic of balance. We all struggle with all the demands of life, often finding ourselves overwhelmed and torn in different ways. Is it possible to have balance, or should balance really even be the goal? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyintheweed...
Walking with Jesus
September 18, 2020 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBThis week Beth and Kim talk with their friend Phyllis Lytle about her ever deepening "Walk with Jesus." Phyllis Lytle is a wife, mother of 6, grandmother of 16, great grandmother of 7. Approaching her 79th birthday, Phyllis's walk with God began in her mid 40s. She is a prayer warrior and a woman of God. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyintheweeds.org
Parenting Adult Children
September 04, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBIt is not a surprise to us that parenting adult children has been one of our most requested topics from our listeners. Navigating this time can be a challenge but there are also so many joys! In this episode Beth and Kim have a wonderful conversation with Beth Anderson, a personal life coach, Volunteer Coordinator for Proverbs 31 Ministries, a wife, and a mother of three adult children, about the blessings and challenges of being a parent to our now adult children. For more Information ab...
A Journey of Health
August 21, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBKim and Beth sit down with two amazing women, Laura for a fun conversation about the benefits of making health a priority in your life and Laura's journey to be the healthiest version of herself. Laura Aggabao is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for empowering women to gain control of their health and fall in love with self-care. She lives in the country with her military and fireman hubby with their 3 wild kiddos underfoot. She enjoys running, plant-based cooking, and trac...
A Conversation with the author of the book "Born Yesterday"
August 07, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBBeth and Kim has the distinct privilege of sitting down with the very inspirational Dr. Rachel Williams-Smith. She is the author of Born Yesterday a book that had a huge impact on Beth personally. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss! Dr. Rachel Williams-Smith—or “Dr. Rachel”—is a master communicator and life lessons coach who loves to share her faith through laughter and tears and to encourage others to flourish. Drawing from her unique perspectives on life, she presents regular...
A Personal Story of Courage with Halcyon MacKnight
July 24, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBThis week Beth and Kim sit down with All-American runner and Olympian Halycon MacKnight. Halcyon MacKnight is an Author, Speaker, Olympian, and was a good friend to her mom. She likes to call herself a pioneer of things that are great. She calls herself a catalyst for motivation, passion, humor, and energy. She works with people of all ages especially women who want to take charge of their lives to create the life they love. Believing in whom you are and using the tools and talents God has ...
A dialog about race/racism with Dr. Lucretia Carter Berry
July 10, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBBeth and Kim have the distinct privilege of sitting down and learning from Dr. Lucretia Berry, founder of Brownicity.comand author of 'What LIES Between Us Journal and Guide: Fostering First Steps Toward Racial Healing.' Dr. Berry is passionate about helping people overcome boundaries through spiritual and social consciousness. This is an important conversation and just the beginning of many more conversations to come. Resources: www.brownicity.com What LIES Between Us Journal & Guid...
Lost art of Kindness
June 26, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBIn light of all that is going on in our world today, it seems that we have lost the art of being kind. Beth and Kim sit down with Courtnie Hodgins and talk about kindness and the importance of being kind! Courtnie Hodgins was born, raised and lives near Charlotte, NC. She’s married to Ryan and has three girls ages 6-10. She enjoys cooking, working out (so she can eat, haha), spending time with friends and family, and in true introvert fashion, she loves her quiet down time! She loves to ...
Ryan Becker: A Conversation
June 12, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBBeth and Kim sit down and have a fun conversation with Ryan Becker, a friend and colleague. Ryan, one of the most prolific podcasters in the Adventist Church talks about ministry, depression and his journey toward wholeness. Ryan Becker is a Seventh-day Adventist ministry leader currently residing in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, he first moved to Tennessee in 2011 to attend Southern Adventist University. While working on his theology degree, Ryan got involv...
Let's Talk Food
May 29, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBBeth and Kim sit down with an amazing young woman, Cassie Williams, to talk about the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to the topic of food. Food is a touch subject for most, eliciting pressures and/or hatred. Cassie Williams is a registered nursing living in Tennessee with her husband Spenser. She is graduating soon with a nurse practitioner degree and hopes to work in an environment where she can teach her patients about the healing power of food! She is excited to see how God lea...
The Value of Finding your Tribe
May 15, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBKim and Beth sit down with two amazing women, Laura and Courtnie for a fun conversation about the benefits and the challenges of finding and being in a tribe. They explore how tribes can contribute to both joy and weeds. Courtnie Hodgins was born, raised and lives near Charlotte, NC. She’s married to Ryan and has three girls ages 6-10. She enjoys cooking, working out (so she can eat, haha), spending time with friends and family, and in true introvert fashion, she loves her quiet down time!...
Depression and Difficult times
May 01, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBRight now, we are seeing unprecedented times. It is natural when difficulties arise for someone to begin battling depression. Depression has always had a negative stigma and many are afraid to talk about it or admit that they notice something is "off" when them. In this episode, Beth and Kim talk about the impact of Covid-19, depression and navigating both. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: j...
Divorce- A conversation of Hope
April 17, 2020 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBThis is an open candid conversation with Joanne about divorce, having hope, finding joy, and living the abundant life God desires for her. This is a beautiful conversation that is important for all to hear. If you are going through a divorce it can bring encouragement, if you know someone who is going through it or is divorced it will give you insights and understanding. Thanks for listening! Joanne Langevin is a 3rd generation Seventh-Day Adventist that has been divorced and remarried....
Divorce: A Conversation of Hope
April 17, 2020 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBThis is an open candid conversation with Joanne about divorce, having hope, finding joy, and living the abundant life God desires for her. This is a beautiful conversation that is important for all to hear. If you are going through a divorce it can bring encouragement, if you know someone who is going through it or is divorced it will give you insights and understanding. Thanks for listening! Joanne Langevin is a 3rd generation Seventh-Day Adventist that has been divorced and remarried....
What Steals Joy and What Feeds Joy
April 03, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBBecause of some feedback from their listeners, Beth and Kim discuss some of the things that contribute or take away our joy. This was taped before the Covid-19 epidemic hit, however this is still a very important subject, perhaps more important than ever. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyintheweeds.org
Social Distancing Special Edition
March 24, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBThis is a special edition of Joy in the Weeds. Beth and Kim discuss Social Distancing, the weeds, the joys and the beauty of incorporating scripture as we navigate life in these challenging times. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected]
Special Edition: Social Distancing
March 24, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBThis is a special edition of Joy in the Weeds. Beth and Kim discuss Social Distancing, the weeds, the joys and the beauty of incorporating scripture as we navigate life in these challenging times. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyintheweeds.org
The Joy and Weeds of Singleness
March 20, 2020 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this episode Anna Grissom and Lucy Hall talk about singleness as women from two very different perspectives. Anna is 29 and never been married and Lucy is "a senior citizen" and has been divorced, a single mom, then remarried and now widowed. Their perspectives, and wisdom will encourage you in your singleness or give you insight into loving those around you who are single. Our Guests: Anna Grissom is a pediatric oncology nurse in Greenville, SC. She is the proud mom of two adorabl...
Forgiveness what is it really?
March 06, 2020 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBKim, after much bible study, has a beautiful way of defining forgiveness. We explore when as Christians it is required of us and when it is not. What does the Bible say about Forgiveness? — I John 1:9 & II Chronicles 7:14 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyintheweeds.org
Self-acceptance: Arrogance vs Humility
February 21, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBAnna Grissom along with Beth and Kim talk about the importance and the struggle of being confident and still humble. Anna Grissom is a pediatric oncology nurse in Greenville, SC. She is the proud mom of two adorable dogs, Ella and Bell. Anna loves all things Disney, snuggling with her dogs, leading worship, spending time with family and especially being Auntie Anna to her Nephew Nolan. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyintheweeds.org
Valentine’s Day Special Edition
February 14, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBWith a combined 61 years of marriage, Beth and Kim joined by their husbands share an intimate look at the Joy in the Weeds of their marriages. WARNING this is not a podcast for young children, we openly discuss adult topics. Guests Chris Grissom is a husband to one wife, the father of three amazing millennials and grandpa to one...so far. His career as a CPA and in finance has led him to the role of CFO of a large construction firm. His hobbies include travel, golf and live music. He ...
Valentine’s Day Special
February 14, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBWith a combined 61 years of marriage, Beth and Kim joined by their husbands share an intimate look at the Joy in the Weeds of their marriages. WARNING this is not a podcast for young children, we openly discuss adult topics. Guests Chris Grissom is a husband to one wife, the father of three amazing millennials and grandpa to one...so far. His career as a CPA and in finance has led him to the role of CFO of a large construction firm. His hobbies include travel, golf and live music. He ...
Special Edition: Valentine’s Day
February 14, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBWith a combined 61 years of marriage, Beth and Kim joined by their husbands share an intimate look at the Joy in the Weeds of their marriages. WARNING this is not a podcast for young children, we openly discuss adult topics. Guests Chris Grissom is a husband to one wife, the father of three amazing millennials and grandpa to one...so far. His career as a CPA and in finance has led him to the role of CFO of a large construction firm. His hobbies include travel, golf and live music. He ...
Our Stories
February 07, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBIn this episode Beth and Kim share with you their personal stories. You will get to know more about their lives as they open up and get real about joy and struggle. Beth Grissom is the Women’s Ministries Director for the Carolina Conference. She is a speaker, writer, Sabbath School teacher and elder in her local church. Beth is passionate about sharing the transformative beauty of having a loving relationship with Christ. She has been married for 30 years to the love of her life Chris...
When my joy is your weeds
February 07, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBWe have all experienced those moments when one of our friends is celebrating a new job and we are recently jobless, or when they are pregnant with their third, and we can't get pregnant, or when you get 10 wedding invitations each spring and you can't even get a date...This episode tackles how to handle it when your joy is my weeds or when my joy is your weeds. Beth Grissom is the Women’s Ministries Director for the Carolina Conference. She is a speaker, writer, Sabbath School teacher an...
Time with God
February 07, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBIn this episode Beth Anderson shares her personal experience and joy of spending time with God. You will be freed from expectations and inspired to just be with Him. Originally from Maine, Beth Anderson is a wife, mother, nana and the volunteer manager at Proverbs 31 Ministries Online Bible Studies in Charlotte, NC. She loves to read and learn and also laugh with her family and friends. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: [email protected] www.joyintheweeds.org
Why "Joy in the Weeds?"
February 07, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBIn this episode Beth and Kim talk about the title and why this topic is important to them. Beth Grissom is the Women’s Ministries Director for the Carolina Conference. She is a speaker, writer, Sabbath School teacher and elder in her local church. Beth is passionate about sharing the transformative beauty of having a loving relationship with Christ. She has been married for 30 years to the love of her life Chris and they have 3 grown children. This year she was given a new name, Gramm...
Why "Joy in the Weeds?"
February 07, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBIn this episode Beth and Kim talk about the title and why this topic is important to them. Beth Grissom is the Women’s Ministries Director for the Carolina Conference. She is a speaker, writer, Sabbath School teacher and elder in her local church. Beth is passionate about sharing the transformative beauty of having a loving relationship with Christ. She has been married for 30 years to the love of her life Chris and they have 3 grown children. This year she was given a new name, Gramm...