Hosanna Wong

Have you ever felt like life was just too busy but had no idea how to slow it down? Have you had the desire for change, but didn’t have the space or time to explore those changes? In today’s episode my friend Hosanna Wong and I discuss what it means to abide in Christ and live the life He has called you to live. Hosanna Wong is an international speaker, best-selling author, and spoken word artist helping everyday people know Jesus for real. Hosanna preaches in churches, conferences, prisons, &amp; other events around the world. She serves together with her husband Guy in various ministries equipping people with tools to share the gospel of Jesus in today’s world.  Hosanna is passionate about spreading the gospel and helping people know and love as who they really are. Her newest book You Are More Than You’ve Been Told is available now! You may have heard the term, "to abide in Christ". In today’s episode Hosannah challenges us to look at what that practically means for our day to day life. You’ll hear how we can fight for our schedules to create structures that look like the rhythms of Jesus’ life. Four rhythms she dives into today are:Rhythm of scripture Rhythm of prayerRhythm of rest Rhythm of real communityIf I’m being honest, there are two rhythms on this list that I really struggle with. But Hosanna said some things today that have really stuck with me and even though they’re not my strengths, I’m committed to leaning into them and asking God to help me! Which of these rhythms are your strengths and which are some you can grow in to help you abide in Christ each day? SHOW LINKS:You Are More Than You’ve Been ToldI Have A New Name spoke wordThe Spirit of Disciplines by Dallas WillardOn Living Well by Eugene PetersonChinatown PrettyHH Book ClubConnect with Jamie

Have you ever felt like life was just too busy but had no idea how to slow it down? Have you had the desire for change, but didn’t have the space or time to explore those changes? In today’s episode my friend Hosanna Wong and I discuss what it means to abide in Christ and live the life He has called you to live. Hosanna Wong is an international speaker, best-selling author, and spoken word artist helping everyday people know Jesus for real. Hosanna preaches in churches, conferences, prisons, &amp; other events around the world. She serves together with her husband Guy in various ministries equipping people with tools to share the gospel of Jesus in today’s world.  Hosanna is passionate about spreading the gospel and helping people know and love as who they really are. Her newest book You Are More Than You’ve Been Told is available now! You may have heard the term, "to abide in Christ". In today’s episode Hosannah challenges us to look at what that practically means for our day to day life. You’ll hear how we can fight for our schedules to create structures that look like the rhythms of Jesus’ life. Four rhythms she dives into today are:<ol><li>Rhythm of scripture </li><li>Rhythm of prayer</li><li>Rhythm of rest </li><li>Rhythm of real community</li></ol>If I’m being honest, there are two rhythms on this list that I really struggle with. But Hosanna said some things today that have really stuck with me and even though they’re not my strengths, I’m committed to leaning into them and asking God to help me! Which of these rhythms are your strengths and which are some you can grow in to help you abide in Christ each day? SHOW LINKS:<a href="https://www.amazon.com/More-Than-Youve-Been-Told/dp/078524350X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JWHQTJOYV8QS&amp;keywords=hosanna+wong&amp;qid=1691549946&amp;sprefix=hosanna+wong%2Caps%2C270&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">You Are More Than You’ve Been Told</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6uFqfzZ3KE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I Have A New Name spoke word</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Spirit-Disciplines-Understanding-Changes-Lives/dp/0060694424/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+spirit+of+disciplines+dallas+willard&amp;qid=1691552136&amp;sprefix=the+spirit+of+di%2Caps%2C140&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Spirit of Disciplines by Dallas Willard</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Living-Well-Reflections-Wisdom-Walking-ebook/dp/B08WRMFNLS/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=on+living+well+eugene+peterson&amp;qid=1691552185&amp;sprefix=On+Living+well%2Caps%2C123&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Living Well by Eugene Peterson</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Chinatown-Pretty-Fashion-Chinatowns-Stylish/dp/1452175802/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2L599JGTFKFRB&amp;keywords=Chinatown+pretty&amp;qid=1691552268&amp;sprefix=chinatown+pretty%2Caps%2C151&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chinatown Pretty</a><a href="http://www.jamieivey.com/patreon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HH Book Club</a><a href="www.jamieivey.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with Jamie</a>

HH #602 Rhythms of Abiding In Christ with Hosanna Wong

Russell Moore

We’re starting August off strong with my dear friend Dr. Russell Moore! Dr. Russell Moore is the Editor of Chief at Christianity Today and has 5 sons with his wife Maria. He’s been on the show before and if you haven't heard his past interview head down to the show notes and check it out.“Evangelical Christian”, “Cultural Christianity.” You may have heard these terms before but have you ever stopped to think about what they really mean? Have you ever felt like you didn’t want a label, or that there wasn’t a box you could fully fit into? Then today’s conversation is one for you! Dr. Russell Moore challenges all of us to make peace with the feeling of homelessness and to remember that our identity is in Christ! SHOW LINKS:Dr.Moore’s WebsiteDr.Moore’s InstagramDr.Moore’s FacebookDr.Moore’s TwitterLosing Our Religion: An Altar Call for Evangelical AmericaDr. Moore’s episode on HHHH Book ClubThe Buletin PodcastThe Russell Moore ShowThe SingularitiesCONNECT WITH JAMIE!

We’re starting August off strong with my dear friend Dr. Russell Moore! Dr. Russell Moore is the Editor of Chief at Christianity Today and has 5 sons with his wife Maria. He’s been on the show before and if you haven't heard his past interview head down to the show notes and check it out.“Evangelical Christian”, “Cultural Christianity.” You may have heard these terms before but have you ever stopped to think about what they really mean? Have you ever felt like you didn’t want a label, or that there wasn’t a box you could fully fit into? Then today’s conversation is one for you! Dr. Russell Moore challenges all of us to make peace with the feeling of homelessness and to remember that our identity is in Christ! SHOW LINKS:<a href="https://www.russellmoore.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr.Moore’s Website</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/russellmoore/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr.Moore’s Instagram</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/russellmoore" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr.Moore’s Facebook</a><a href="https://twitter.com/drmoore" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr.Moore’s Twitter</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Losing-Our-Religion-Evangelical-America/dp/0593541782/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=1685142911&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Losing Our Religion: An Altar Call for Evangelical America</a><a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/hh463/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Moore’s episode on HH</a><a href="http://www.jamieivey.com/patreon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HH Book Club</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bulletin/id1653893811" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Buletin Podcast</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-russell-moore-show/id1074011166" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Russell Moore Show</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Singularities-novel-John-Banville-ebook/dp/B09QPJGB1L/ref=sr_1_1?crid=18BEAV3Y1AH4Y&amp;keywords=The+SIngularities&amp;qid=1690948117&amp;sprefix=the+singularities%2Caps%2C1015&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Singularities</a><a href="www.jamieivey.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CONNECT WITH JAMIE!</a>

HH #601 Losing Our Religion with Dr. Russell Moore

You don't normally hear from me on a Tuesday, but I couldn't wait to share all that we have coming up! Our summer of Encounter stories were incredible and if you haven't listened to all of them yet I encourage you to! It never gets old hearing the ways Jesus calls his people to himself! We have a great line up for August: Russell Moore, Hosanna Wong, Heather MacFadyen, Curt Thompson, and Tedashii! Trust me, you don't want to miss these shows! BIG UPDATE to The Happy Hour: we are going to one episode a week. We want to give you the absolute best shows we can and we belive this is the best step forward. With that, some months we will have special bonus series that we're excited to sahre with you! Our first series will start in Septemeber where we'll be discussing World Religions. We have some incredible and meaningful series lined up for the rest of the year!Have you joined our book club yet? This month we are reading An American Immigrant by Johanna Rojas Vann. We read the book together and you get a live chat with the author!! It's easy to sign up, click here to join!Happy August Friends! Connect with Jamie!

You don't normally hear from me on a Tuesday, but I couldn't wait to share all that we have coming up! Our summer of Encounter stories were incredible and if you haven't listened to all of them yet I encourage you to! It never gets old hearing the ways Jesus calls his people to himself! We have a great line up for August: Russell Moore, Hosanna Wong, Heather MacFadyen, Curt Thompson, and Tedashii! Trust me, you don't want to miss these shows! BIG UPDATE to The Happy Hour: we are going to one episode a week. We want to give you the absolute best shows we can and we belive this is the best step forward. With that, some months we will have special bonus series that we're excited to sahre with you! Our first series will start in Septemeber where we'll be discussing World Religions. We have some incredible and meaningful series lined up for the rest of the year!Have you joined our book club yet? This month we are reading An American Immigrant by Johanna Rojas Vann. We read the book together and you get a live chat with the author!! It's easy to sign up, <a href="www.jamieivey.com/patreon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here to join</a>!Happy August Friends! <a href="www.jamieivey.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with Jamie!</a>

HH August Updates!

Sammi Schouten

At 15 years old and after years of having difficulty hearing, Sammi woke up to realize her hearing was completely gone. Everything changed for Sammi in that moment. Needing to rely heavily on interpreters and a cochlear ear plant, Sammi was left feeling overwhelmed, lost, and forsaken. Sammi wondered if her life even mattered.  Sammi Schouten is Deaf and communicates using American Sign Language. She is married to Kody who is also Deaf and they have a beautiful one year old KODA (Kid of Deaf Adult) named Donovan. Knowing first hand how hard it is to find community and belonging as a Deaf person in the church, Sammi is passionate about sharing the Gospel in American Sign Language through leading worship in asl for church services, doing translation work, teaching, and being involved in Deaf Millennial Project. The Deaf community is one of the largest unreached people groups in the world with less than 2% of the deaf community claiming to know Jesus. It wasn’t until 2020 that a completed Bible in ASL was available to the community. In today’s episode Sammi will share with us practical ways we can reach the deaf community with the love of Christ and how to better love our neighbor! If you haven’t checked us out on YouTube yet, this is the perfect episode to go watch! Thanks for sharing with a friend! SHOW LINKS:Sammi’s InstagramSammi’s WebsiteHappy Hour Book ClubCODASound of MetalIMDB Recommended Deaf FilmsOpen Hands Willing Heart by Vivian MabuniDeaf Millenial ProjectCompassion Project Connect with JamieAdvertise on The Happy Hour

At 15 years old and after years of having difficulty hearing, Sammi woke up to realize her hearing was completely gone. Everything changed for Sammi in that moment. Needing to rely heavily on interpreters and a cochlear ear plant, Sammi was left feeling overwhelmed, lost, and forsaken. Sammi wondered if her life even mattered.  Sammi Schouten is Deaf and communicates using American Sign Language. She is married to Kody who is also Deaf and they have a beautiful one year old KODA (Kid of Deaf Adult) named Donovan. Knowing first hand how hard it is to find community and belonging as a Deaf person in the church, Sammi is passionate about sharing the Gospel in American Sign Language through leading worship in asl for church services, doing translation work, teaching, and being involved in Deaf Millennial Project. The Deaf community is one of the largest unreached people groups in the world with less than 2% of the deaf community claiming to know Jesus. It wasn’t until 2020 that a completed Bible in ASL was available to the community. In today’s episode Sammi will share with us practical ways we can reach the deaf community with the love of Christ and how to better love our neighbor! If you haven’t checked us out on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@jamieivey4011" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> yet, this is the perfect episode to go watch! Thanks for sharing with a friend! SHOW LINKS:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammischouten/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sammi’s Instagram</a><a href="https://dribbble.com/sammischouten" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sammi’s Website</a><a href="http://www.patreon.com/thehappyhour" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Happy Hour Book Club</a><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10366460/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CODA</a><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5363618/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_q_Sound%2520of%2520Meta" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sound of Metal</a><a href="https://www.imdb.com/list/ls568827851/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IMDB Recommended Deaf Films</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Open-Hands-Willing-Heart-Discover/dp/073529173X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MJ70H5Y2VLFT&amp;keywords=open+hands+willing+heart+book&amp;qid=1690344068&amp;sprefix=open+hands+willing+heart%2Caps%2C266&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Open Hands Willing Heart by Vivian Mabuni</a><a href="https://deafmillennial.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Deaf Millenial Project</a><a href="www.compassion.com/IVEYMEDIA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Compassion Project </a><a href="www.jamieivey.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with Jamie</a><a href="https://www.honeybook.com/widget/ivey_media_226452/cf_id/62cc86fadb7381003307951b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Advertise on The Happy Hour</a>

HH #600 Encounter: Finding My Place with Sammi Schouten

Kaylee Morgan

As a college athlete and rising professional runner, Kaylee had it all. She was certain of the path ahead of her as she considered training for Track and Field at the Rio Olympics in 2016; however, her senior year was bringing about challenges she had never faced. As Kaylee experienced a death in her family and a career ending injury, she was forced to ask herself, “Who is Kaylee without a track career?” Kaylee Morgan is a four-time all American college athlete, writer, speaker, youth pastor, and racial justice educator who is madly in love with Jesus. Outside of the hours of nine to five, you can find her dodging the sun in St. Petersburg, Florida, playing her PlayStation, reading crime novels, enjoying a good meal, and obsessing over the Spice Girls. Ultimately, Kaylee’s desire is to love God and love people while promoting Gospel-Centered Unity. She is passionate about teaching how we find our identity in Christ and how that plays into our interactions with others.You may have never had a career-ending track injury, but my guess is you know the pain of loss. Whether it’s a job that wasn’t what you expected, a broken dream, or the death of a loved one, we can trust that God is faithful through it all. Friends, praise God we are not identified by our performance or lack thereof! You are a child of God and all of your identity can be found in our loving Father! SHOW LINKS:Be the BridgeLatasha Morrison on the HHKerygma SummitHappy Hour Book ClubCompassion SponsorshipThe Action BibleAdvertise on The Happy HourCONNECT WITH JAMIE!

As a college athlete and rising professional runner, Kaylee had it all. She was certain of the path ahead of her as she considered training for Track and Field at the Rio Olympics in 2016; however, her senior year was bringing about challenges she had never faced. As Kaylee experienced a death in her family and a career ending injury, she was forced to ask herself, “Who is Kaylee without a track career?” Kaylee Morgan is a four-time all American college athlete, writer, speaker, youth pastor, and racial justice educator who is madly in love with Jesus. Outside of the hours of nine to five, you can find her dodging the sun in St. Petersburg, Florida, playing her PlayStation, reading crime novels, enjoying a good meal, and obsessing over the Spice Girls. Ultimately, Kaylee’s desire is to love God and love people while promoting Gospel-Centered Unity. She is passionate about teaching how we find our identity in Christ and how that plays into our interactions with others.You may have never had a career-ending track injury, but my guess is you know the pain of loss. Whether it’s a job that wasn’t what you expected, a broken dream, or the death of a loved one, we can trust that God is faithful through it all. Friends, praise God we are not identified by our performance or lack thereof! You are a child of God and all of your identity can be found in our loving Father! SHOW LINKS:<a href="https://bethebridge.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Be the Bridge</a><a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/265-latasha-morrison/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Latasha Morrison on the HH</a><a href="https://www.kerygmasummit.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kerygma Summit</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehappyhour" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Happy Hour Book Club</a><a href="https://www.compassion.com/sponsor_a_child/?referer=647707" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Compassion Sponsorship</a><a href="https://amzn.to/42Gt03n" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Action Bible</a><a href="https://www.honeybook.com/widget/ivey_media_226452/cf_id/62cc86fadb7381003307951b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Advertise on The Happy Hour</a><a href="www.jamieivey.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CONNECT WITH JAMIE!</a>

HH #599 Encounter: Finding My Identity with Kaylee Morgan

Alicia Britt Chole

Growing up with parents with differing belief systems, Alicia became a student of all world religions and quickly came to the conclusion that there was no God. Firm in her beliefs her agitation grew towards those sharing their faith and happily took on any christian debate. As a deal to never be invited to church again, Alicia stepped foot inside a church on its last leg. It was in that back pew that Jesus met her and life as she knew it was forever changed!Alicia Britt Chole is an award winning author and holds a doctorate in leadership and spiritual formation from George Fox Seminary. She serves as the founding director and lead mentor of Leadership Investment Intensives, a nonprofit devoted to providing customized soul-care for leaders in business and ministry. Alicia is also a wife of 32 years to Dr. Barry Jay Chole and is blessed with the miracle of adoption with three children. Alicia’s new book, The Night is Normal, releases next week and you’re going to want to get yourself a copy! Today’s episode reminded me so much of Jesus’ love for us no matter how resolute we think we are in our doubts or lack of faith. His pursuit for all of our hearts is relentless! I pray as you listen today that just as Alicia realized Jesus wanted her, your confidence in his desire for you is restored! SHOW LINKS:Become a Compassion Sponsor Creative Prayer by E. HermanAlicia Britt CholeAlicia's last HH episodeThe Night is NormalAdvertise on The Happy HourCONNECT WITH JAMIE!

Growing up with parents with differing belief systems, Alicia became a student of all world religions and quickly came to the conclusion that there was no God. Firm in her beliefs her agitation grew towards those sharing their faith and happily took on any christian debate. As a deal to never be invited to church again, Alicia stepped foot inside a church on its last leg. It was in that back pew that Jesus met her and life as she knew it was forever changed!Alicia Britt Chole is an award winning author and holds a doctorate in leadership and spiritual formation from George Fox Seminary. She serves as the founding director and lead mentor of Leadership Investment Intensives, a nonprofit devoted to providing customized soul-care for leaders in business and ministry. Alicia is also a wife of 32 years to Dr. Barry Jay Chole and is blessed with the miracle of adoption with three children. Alicia’s new book, The Night is Normal, releases next week and you’re going to want to get yourself a copy! Today’s episode reminded me so much of Jesus’ love for us no matter how resolute we think we are in our doubts or lack of faith. His pursuit for all of our hearts is relentless! I pray as you listen today that just as Alicia realized Jesus wanted her, your confidence in his desire for you is restored! SHOW LINKS:<a href="https://www.compassion.com/sponsor_a_child/?referer=647707" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Become a Compassion Sponsor </a><a href="https://amzn.to/3pOj3CS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Prayer by E. Herman</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/aliciabrittchole/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alicia Britt Chole</a><a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/hh564/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alicia's last HH episode</a><a href="https://amzn.to/3Ig2GFJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Night is Normal</a><a href="https://www.honeybook.com/widget/ivey_media_226452/cf_id/62cc86fadb7381003307951b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Advertise on The Happy Hour</a><a href="www.instagram.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CONNECT WITH JAMIE!</a>

HH #598 Encounter: Jesus Changed Everything with Alicia Britt Chole

Toni Collier

Hey friends! I hope you had a great 4th of July celebration! I am so excited to continue our Encounter Series with one of my real friends Toni Collier. Toni Collier is the founder of an international women’s organization called Broken Crayons Still Color, which helps women process through brokenness and get to healing and hope. She is a Speaker, Host of The Still Coloring Podcast and Author of Brave Enough to be Broken. Toni is teaching people all over the globe that you can be broken and worthy and unqualified and still called to do great things. She doesn’t want you to just face your demons, she wants you to quash the illusion of your brokenness so you can live the most colorful life possible, on and off stage.In today’s episode you’ll hear how despite rebellion, heartaches, and a near death experience, God was pursuing Toni’s heart and how she discovered He was there all along! Toni challenges us to look at our own life and ask the tough question, are we a fan of Jesus or a follower of Jesus? Toni’s funny personality and transparency is an encouragement to every listener. No matter where you’re at in your walk with God, we hope at the end of this episode you are confident that Jesus loves you deeply and is with you always! SHOW LINKS:Story ChurchRedeeming Heartache by Dan B. AllenderStill Coloring PodcastBroken Crayons Still Color Kid’s BookBroken Crayons Still Color ResourcesGod Made You to be You BookAdvertise on The Happy HourCONNECT WITH JAMIE

Hey friends! I hope you had a great 4th of July celebration! I am so excited to continue our Encounter Series with one of my real friends Toni Collier. Toni Collier is the founder of an international women’s organization called Broken Crayons Still Color, which helps women process through brokenness and get to healing and hope. She is a Speaker, Host of The Still Coloring Podcast and Author of Brave Enough to be Broken. Toni is teaching people all over the globe that you can be broken and worthy and unqualified and still called to do great things. She doesn’t want you to just face your demons, she wants you to quash the illusion of your brokenness so you can live the most colorful life possible, on and off stage.In today’s episode you’ll hear how despite rebellion, heartaches, and a near death experience, God was pursuing Toni’s heart and how she discovered He was there all along! Toni challenges us to look at our own life and ask the tough question, are we a fan of Jesus or a follower of Jesus? Toni’s funny personality and transparency is an encouragement to every listener. No matter where you’re at in your walk with God, we hope at the end of this episode you are confident that Jesus loves you deeply and is with you always! SHOW LINKS:<a href="https://www.storychurchatlanta.com/#/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Story Church</a><a href="https://amzn.to/3ByI2wE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Redeeming Heartache by Dan B. Allender</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/still-coloring-with-toni-collier/id1627335605" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Still Coloring Podcast</a><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Broken-Crayons-Still-Color-Hardcover-9781400242900/1388641340?wmlspartner=wlpa&amp;selectedSellerId=0&amp;&amp;adid=222222222271388641340_147500265795_19182544002&amp;wl0=&amp;wl1=g&amp;wl2=c&amp;wl3=650512345644&amp;wl4=aud-1651068663786:pla-1968004274871&amp;wl5=9011792&amp;wl6=&amp;wl7=&amp;wl8=&amp;wl9=pla&amp;wl10=8175035&amp;wl11=online&amp;wl12=1388641340&amp;veh=sem&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwho-lBhC_ARIsAMpgMocbh1pNmxhPoWxTKgPkcozQBZC60Hzwi9z-QkrNK6CD2e7zQYAfXvoaApRDEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Broken Crayons Still Color Kid’s Book</a><a href="https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/brokencrayons/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Broken Crayons Still Color Resources</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/God-Made-You-Be/dp/1087734665/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=557328445337&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocphy=9011792&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvqmt=e&amp;hvrand=11112293837530689052&amp;hvtargid=kwd-1344390975572&amp;hydadcr=8351_13469689&amp;keywords=god+made+you+to+be+you&amp;qid=1688529692&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">God Made You to be You Book</a><a href="https://www.honeybook.com/widget/ivey_media_226452/cf_id/62cc86fadb7381003307951b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Advertise on The Happy Hour</a><a href="https://jamieivey.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CONNECT WITH JAMIE</a>

HH #597 Encounter: Always There with Toni Collier

Enduring her parent’s divorce, living in an unstable environment, and experiencing abuse, Lacy found herself in a world of hurt and wondered if she would ever be seen. Would her life ever matter to the people around her? Her pain led her down a path of self harm, eating disorders, and no desire to live. Through the faithfulness of a prayerful grandmother, Lacy found herself reading Psalm 139 and realizing for the first time the Creator of the Universe knows her, sees her, and loves her! Lacy’s life was forever changed! Lacy Abercrombie is a Social Media Manager, has the best Tik Toks, and is a woman passionate about discipling students. Though she met Jesus in Psalm 139, it was through the discipleship of a great mentor that taught her the Bible is a Living Word and transforms every area of your life. Friends if you’re listening and you don’t yet have a Bible, please reach out to us and we will easily ship you one! We hope in today’s episode you’ll be encouraged by the faithful prayers of Lacy’s grandmother, the healing that God worked in Lacy’s life, and the truth that we serve a father who knows us, sees us, and loves us! SHOW LINKS:Becoming SomethingLisa Harper’s Back Porch TheologyPraying Like Monks Living Like FoolsAnnie F. Downs Read Through the Gospels Lacy’s Tik TokAdvertise on The Happy Hour

Enduring her parent’s divorce, living in an unstable environment, and experiencing abuse, Lacy found herself in a world of hurt and wondered if she would ever be seen. Would her life ever matter to the people around her? Her pain led her down a path of self harm, eating disorders, and no desire to live. Through the faithfulness of a prayerful grandmother, Lacy found herself reading Psalm 139 and realizing for the first time the Creator of the Universe knows her, sees her, and loves her! Lacy’s life was forever changed! Lacy Abercrombie is a Social Media Manager, has the best Tik Toks, and is a woman passionate about discipling students. Though she met Jesus in Psalm 139, it was through the discipleship of a great mentor that taught her the Bible is a Living Word and transforms every area of your life. Friends if you’re listening and you don’t yet have a Bible, please reach out to us and we will easily ship you one! We hope in today’s episode you’ll be encouraged by the faithful prayers of Lacy’s grandmother, the healing that God worked in Lacy’s life, and the truth that we serve a father who knows us, sees us, and loves us! SHOW LINKS:<a href="https://becomingsomething.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Becoming Something</a><a href="https://lisaharper.org/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lisa Harper’s Back Porch Theology</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Praying-Like-Monks-Living-Fools/dp/031036535X/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=639773154369&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocphy=9011792&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvqmt=e&amp;hvrand=4393950896751987594&amp;hvtargid=kwd-1931944777577&amp;hydadcr=17836_13466933&amp;keywords=pray+like+a+monk+live+like+a+fool&amp;qid=1687447799&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Praying Like Monks Living Like Fools</a><a href="https://www.anniefdowns.com/letsreadthegospels/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Annie F. Downs Read Through the Gospels </a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@abercrombielacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lacy’s Tik Tok</a><a href="https://www.honeybook.com/widget/ivey_media_226452/cf_id/62cc86fadb7381003307951b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Advertise on The Happy Hour</a>

HH #596 Encounter: Seen by God with Lacy Abercrombie

Inés Franklin

Have you ever felt like your sin was just too big for God? Have you experienced the burden of shame? Today’s episode is such an amazing reminder that there is no sin too big for the cross and that Jesus desires for all his people to experience his grace! After years of hardships and trying to do everything on her own, Inés Franklin was a single mom, in the middle of an affair, and feeling more broken and lost than ever before. As she visited a church and heard an amazing message about the love and grace of Jesus, her entire life changed. Inés shares with us the years it took for her to finally believe in grace, lay down the burden of shame, and walk in the peace of forgiveness. Today, Inés lives with her husband  and they share a loving and large blended family. She received her Master of Divinity at Fuller Theological Seminary and is the founder of Trochia Ministries, a Christian discipleship ministry. Inés also serves as a teaching pastor at Mariners Church in southern California where she loves sharing the good news of Jesus! Inés' testimony of how she encountered Jesus is such a reminder of God’s pursuit of his people. There is truly no sin that can keep you from the love of the Father! Jesus offers forgiveness, grace, peace, and victory to all! SHOW LINKS:Compassion InternationalTrochia MinistriesUncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey of FaithAdvertise on The Happy Hour

Have you ever felt like your sin was just too big for God? Have you experienced the burden of shame? Today’s episode is such an amazing reminder that there is no sin too big for the cross and that Jesus desires for all his people to experience his grace! After years of hardships and trying to do everything on her own, Inés Franklin was a single mom, in the middle of an affair, and feeling more broken and lost than ever before. As she visited a church and heard an amazing message about the love and grace of Jesus, her entire life changed. Inés shares with us the years it took for her to finally believe in grace, lay down the burden of shame, and walk in the peace of forgiveness. Today, Inés lives with her husband  and they share a loving and large blended family. She received her Master of Divinity at Fuller Theological Seminary and is the founder of Trochia Ministries, a Christian discipleship ministry. Inés also serves as a teaching pastor at Mariners Church in southern California where she loves sharing the good news of Jesus! Inés' testimony of how she encountered Jesus is such a reminder of God’s pursuit of his people. There is truly no sin that can keep you from the love of the Father! Jesus offers forgiveness, grace, peace, and victory to all! SHOW LINKS:<a href="https://www.compassion.com/sponsor_a_child/?referer=647707" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Compassion International</a><a href="https://trochia.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Trochia Ministries</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Uncharted-Navigating-Unique-Journey-Faith/dp/1957616199/ref=sr_1_1?crid=9E69RQ6ET9S2&amp;keywords=uncharted+ines+franklin&amp;qid=1687270616&amp;sprefix=uncharted+ines+franklin%2Caps%2C1380&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Uncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith</a><a href="https://www.honeybook.com/widget/ivey_media_226452/cf_id/62cc86fadb7381003307951b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Advertise on The Happy Hour</a>

HH #595 Encounter: Letting Go of Shame with Inés Franklin

Tessa Afshar

Friends, I am thrilled to continue our Encounter Series today! This summer, we'll be focusing on stories of how a person encountered Christ, how they began living their life for Jesus, and what their life looks like now. Today I have the privilege of sitting down and listening to the transformative power of Jesus in the life of Tessa Afshar. Tessa Afshar is an incredible author whose books have been translated into 11 different languages. Tessa's books have won a number of awards including the Christian Book Award, and she has been on Publishers Weekly and CBA best-selling lists. Tessa is a devoted wife, self-proclaiming mediocre gardener, and is passionate about navigating the hard seasons of life with peace and grace. Tessa was born to a nominally Muslim family in the Middle East. In the midst of abandonment trauma and unbelievable heartbreak, God continued to pursue Tessa's heart through dreams and friends. Today you'll hear how God redeemed the broken spaces in Tessa's heart and how she learned the true love of a father.SHOW LINKS:Julie Klassen - Historical Fiction BooksThe Peasant KingWomen Who Risk by Tom Doyle &amp; JoAnn Doyle Interested in partnership opportunities? Please reach out here!

Friends, I am thrilled to continue our Encounter Series today! This summer, we'll be focusing on stories of how a person encountered Christ, how they began living their life for Jesus, and what their life looks like now. Today I have the privilege of sitting down and listening to the transformative power of Jesus in the life of Tessa Afshar. Tessa Afshar is an incredible author whose books have been translated into 11 different languages. Tessa's books have won a number of awards including the Christian Book Award, and she has been on Publishers Weekly and CBA best-selling lists. Tessa is a devoted wife, self-proclaiming mediocre gardener, and is passionate about navigating the hard seasons of life with peace and grace. Tessa was born to a nominally Muslim family in the Middle East. In the midst of abandonment trauma and unbelievable heartbreak, God continued to pursue Tessa's heart through dreams and friends. Today you'll hear how God redeemed the broken spaces in Tessa's heart and how she learned the true love of a father.SHOW LINKS:<a href="https://amzn.to/3OeieO0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Julie Klassen - Historical Fiction Books</a><a href="https://amzn.to/430RGnv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Peasant King</a><a href="https://amzn.to/3oewMCJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Women Who Risk by Tom Doyle &amp; JoAnn Doyle</a> Interested in partnership opportunities? Please reach out <a href="https://www.honeybook.com/widget/ivey_media_226452/cf_id/62cc86fadb7381003307951b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>!

HH #594 Encounter: Meeting Jesus with Tessa Afshar

The Happy Hour Podcast is hosted by Jamie Ivey, and each week she brings a guest to the show. During the happy hour they will discuss anything and everything just as if you were around the table with your own girlfriends. Jamie loves to connect with women and encourage them as they journey through life. These conversations will make you laugh and cry all in one. The Happy Hour will be something you look forward to each week. You will be encouraged as you listen to other women talk about the simplest things in life to the grandest. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the conversation!

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Lysa TerKeurst

My guest for The Happy Hour #226 is Lysa TerKeurst. Lysa is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of over twenty books, international speaker, and the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries. Her passion is teaching the Bible in vulnerably realistic ways that help others personally engage with God by connecting His truth to their everyday lives. You can find her most days writing from her sticky farm table in Charlotte, NC and enjoying life with her husband Art and the families of her 5 grown children. You guys, I cannot think of a better way to start off The Happy Hour in 2019 than this episode. Get your tissues and your pen and paper ready for this one. Lysa and I start off the show talking about how she began working with Proverbs 31 Ministries. Lysa tells us about writing her latest book in real-time as her world was turned upside down by a marital affair, and being diagnosed with significant medical issues. We talk about being in the "messy middle" place of life, and the importance of creating safe spaces and community to discuss disappointment in our lives. Lysa speaks about how God helped her hear His truth so she could face her fears, leaning on friends' faith when we feel so shaken, and the struggle of when our feelings and faith come in conflict. Lysa tells us how it wasn't clear to her how this story would end, but she realized redemption is available now, whether there's reconciliation or not. She speaks such encouragement to us when she says, "Redemption is based on my choices - I can choose to have redemption with God today." Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE!

My guest for The Happy Hour #226 is Lysa TerKeurst. Lysa is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of over twenty books, international speaker, and the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries. Her passion is teaching the Bible in vulnerably realistic ways that help others personally engage with God by connecting His truth to their everyday lives. You can find her most days writing from her sticky farm table in Charlotte, NC and enjoying life with her husband Art and the families of her 5 grown children. You guys, I cannot think of a better way to start off The Happy Hour in 2019 than this episode. Get your tissues and your pen and paper ready for this one. Lysa and I start off the show talking about how she began working with Proverbs 31 Ministries. Lysa tells us about writing her latest book in real-time as her world was turned upside down by a marital affair, and being diagnosed with significant medical issues. We talk about being in the "messy middle" place of life, and the importance of creating safe spaces and community to discuss disappointment in our lives. Lysa speaks about how God helped her hear His truth so she could face her fears, leaning on friends' faith when we feel so shaken, and the struggle of when our feelings and faith come in conflict. Lysa tells us how it wasn't clear to her how this story would end, but she realized redemption is available now, whether there's reconciliation or not. She speaks such encouragement to us when she says, "Redemption is based on my choices - I can choose to have redemption with God today." Connect with Jamie <a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/facebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="http://instagram.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="https://www.youtube.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> <a href="https://jamieivey.com/the-happy-hour-226-lysa-terkeurst/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE!</a>

Happy Hour #226: Lysa TerKeurst

Beth Moore

My guest for The Happy Hour # 278 is Beth Moore. Beth is an author, speaker, and dynamic teacher whose conferences take her across the globe. She has written numerous bestselling books and Bible studies, and she is also the founder and visionary of Living Proof Ministries based in Houston, TX. Friends, I can not think of a better way to start off 2020 than by having my friend Beth Moore on the show! Beth talks about how she looks at the new year as an opportunity to look at life in a fresh way, and to spend time reflecting with God sharing hopes for the coming year. Beth and I then talk about how she so intentionally speaks into the next generation and her passion to prepare others. You'll get to hear more about Beth's upcoming book, Chasing Vines, and that we are meant to be fruitful including when the fruit may come through suffering. One of my favorite parts of our conversation was Beth's reminder that the absolute number one thing we can pray for someone is that they love Jesus - it changes everything! In the last part of the show, Beth shares her heart and passion behind the issues she has raised concerns about, and why she believes it's so important that we talk about what it means to be Christ-like and not simply Pro-Christian. Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 278 is Beth Moore. Beth is an author, speaker, and dynamic teacher whose conferences take her across the globe. She has written numerous bestselling books and Bible studies, and she is also the founder and visionary of Living Proof Ministries based in Houston, TX. Friends, I can not think of a better way to start off 2020 than by having my friend Beth Moore on the show! Beth talks about how she looks at the new year as an opportunity to look at life in a fresh way, and to spend time reflecting with God sharing hopes for the coming year. Beth and I then talk about how she so intentionally speaks into the next generation and her passion to prepare others. You'll get to hear more about Beth's upcoming book, Chasing Vines, and that we are meant to be fruitful including when the fruit may come through suffering. One of my favorite parts of our conversation was Beth's reminder that the absolute number one thing we can pray for someone is that they love Jesus - it changes everything! In the last part of the show, Beth shares her heart and passion behind the issues she has raised concerns about, and why she believes it's so important that we talk about what it means to be Christ-like and not simply Pro-Christian. Connect with Jamie <a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/facebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="http://instagram.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="https://www.youtube.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> <a href="http://www.jamieivey.com/278-beth-moore" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE</a>

Happy Hour #278: Beth Moore

Jen Hatmaker

FIFTY episodes friends. I can't even believe it. I feel like I could just scream and cry and give all of you a hug! Isn't this so fun! Today's episode is with my friend Jen Hatmaker and it's of course so much fun! Jen is a mom to five, wife to Brandon, speaker, author, and HGTV star. Her newest book, FOR THE LOVE, just released yesterday and if you haven't ordered it yet you should! You will love it! On this episode we chat about the shows Jen loves that I was trying to get on board with: So You Think You Can Dance &amp; Gilmore Girls, and you will all be disappointed that since we recorded this I haven't watched one more episode of those. We talked about the book that my husband, Aaron, is writing, and some of her older books and how her writing has grown and changed over the years. We discussed racism and how to chat with our kids about this issues. Plus lots more fun stuff!  You will love this show. Links from the show: {Click on the links to buy // affiliate links used}  Launderette - the restaurant I mentioned that Jess and I visited Ms. Understood - one of Jen's earlier books For the Love - her newest book 7 - her last book Interrupted - another book that Jen wrote - which so far is my favorite (but I haven't finished her newest one) Go Set a Watchman - Harper Lee's newest book Books we're reading or loving: Girl Boss, The Martian, The Kitchen House, Devil in the White City, Dark Places Three things Jen is loving: Coconut LaCroix water with lime, The Invention of Wings, and Birds of Paradise candle    Giveaway: I have lots of fun stuff for you guys today! Jen is graciously giving away FIVE copies of FOR THE LOVE which each also include the newest bracelet from Noonday that is made in Haiti. Also our friend Tiffany Wade is graciously giving away 2 pair of her St Cecilia earrings which you have probably seen Jen wearing! Not only is she giving away two sets of earrings, she is giving you all a code for 15% off! How nice is that?!?!  Use the code: HAPPYHOUR when you check out I'm gonna pick seven winners!  Five of you will get the book + bracelet and then two of you will get the earrings!!! I'll do this all over Instagram, so make sure you are following me over there! Connect with Jen: // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // Blog // Share the Love: I would love to connect with you guys on facebook, twitter and/or instagram about this episode! Feel free to share with your friends about the show! As always I love feedback from you guys on iTunes if you can. When you leave a comment and/or rating, it helps others find the show, and isn't that what we want .... more ladies at the Happy Hour with us! Sponsor: Now, most of you probably know I love to support social businesses and one of my favorites is an Austin based ethical lifestyle and fashion brand, Raven and Lily. They are dedicated to empowering women through design, supporting over 1000 artisans across eight countries including Ethiopia, India, Pakistan, and even here in the US. These partnerships offer sustainable employment and a living wage. You can shop Raven and Lily’s beautiful clothing, jewelry, accessories and home goods at the flagship storefront off East Manor (if you live here in Austin like me!!) or online at RavenandLily.com COUPON CODE: 15% off with the code: HAPPYHOUR Nutty Snacks are gluten free, all natural, high protein, good for you fuel that taste like dessert.  Perfect for Cross-fitters and endurance athletes who need that little boost to keep going.  Loved by mom’s who need a quality snack for their little people.  Devoured by anyone who dares to try them. Convienent 2.5 oz packs for “life on the go” or the “you should really share with others” 7 oz. pack that ensures your friends will stop by for another visit. Nutty Snacks is committed to “doing good” and making a difference in the world.  When you purchase Nutty Snacks a percentage of the proceeds goes directly to The Amani Project to help kids in need.  Or you can do good through our Purchase 4 A Purpose project where we partner with other organizations committed to doing good in the world. Nutty Snacks….a little sweet, a little nutty a whole lot of good! COUPON CODE: 15% off with the code: HappyHour15 For more details on this show, click here!

FIFTY episodes friends. I can't even believe it. I feel like I could just scream and cry and give all of you a hug! Isn't this so fun! Today's episode is with my friend Jen Hatmaker and it's of course so much fun! Jen is a mom to five, wife to Brandon, speaker, author, and HGTV star. Her newest book, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0718031822/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=0718031822&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dream086-20&amp;linkId=MLT3VEELCCPGR4Z5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FOR THE LOVE</a>, just released yesterday and if you haven't ordered it yet you should! You will love it! On this episode we chat about the shows Jen loves that I was trying to get on board with: So You Think You Can Dance &amp; Gilmore Girls, and you will all be disappointed that since we recorded this I haven't watched one more episode of those. We talked about the book that my husband, Aaron, is writing, and some of her older books and how her writing has grown and changed over the years. We discussed racism and how to chat with our kids about this issues. Plus lots more fun stuff! You will love this show. Links from the show: {Click on the links to buy // affiliate links used} <ul> <li><a href="http://www.launderetteaustin.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Launderette </a>- the restaurant I mentioned that <a href="http://jessconnolly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jess </a>and I visited</li> <li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1600062164/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=1600062164&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dream086-20&amp;linkId=LL5TTR533MXC7NAL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ms. Understood</a> - one of Jen's earlier books</li> <li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0718031822/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=0718031822&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dream086-20&amp;linkId=MLT3VEELCCPGR4Z5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">For the Love</a> - her newest book</li> <li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1433672960/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=1433672960&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dream086-20&amp;linkId=UO2E2R7GEZ36U6BR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 </a>- her last book</li> <li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1631463535/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=1631463535&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dream086-20&amp;linkId=TCNBHPKIDSLAP3X6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interrupted</a> - another book that Jen wrote - which so far is my favorite (but I haven't finished her newest one)</li> <li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062409859/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=0062409859&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dream086-20&amp;linkId=NTMJZP7FU7HOYT3Y" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Go Set a Watchman</a> - Harper Lee's newest book</li> <li>Books we're reading or loving: <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Girl Boss</a>, <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Martian</a>, <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Kitchen House</a>, <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Devil in the White City</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0307341577/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=0307341577&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dream086-20&amp;linkId=XGGXW3SYSZSQASSY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dark Places</a></li> <li>Three things Jen is loving: <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Coconut LaCroix water </a>with lime, <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Invention of Wings,</a> and <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Birds of Paradise candle</a></li> </ul> Giveaway: I have lots of fun stuff for you guys today! Jen is graciously giving away FIVE copies of FOR THE LOVE which each also include the newest <a href="http://www.noondaycollection.com/Pws/KristaBox/store/AMUS/product/For-the-Love-Bracelet,2527,396.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bracelet from Noonday</a> that is made in Haiti. Also our friend <a href="http://jamieivey.com/wp-admin/jamieivey.com/tiffanywade" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tiffany Wade</a> is graciously giving away 2 pair of her St Cecilia earrings which you have probably seen Jen wearing! Not only is she giving away two sets of earrings, she is giving you all a code for 15% off! How nice is that?!?! Use the code: HAPPYHOUR when you check out I'm gonna pick seven winners! Five of you will get the book + bracelet and then two of you will get the earrings!!! I'll do this all over <a href="https://instagram.com/jamieivey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, so make sure you are following me over there! Connect with Jen: // <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jen-Hatmaker/203920953040241?fref=ts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>// <a href="https://twitter.com/jenhatmaker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="https://instagram.com/jenhatmaker/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="http://jenhatmaker.com/blog.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> // Share the Love: I would love to connect with you guys on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JamieIvey5678" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitter</a> and/or <a href="http://instagram.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram</a> about this episode! Feel free to share with your friends about the show! As always I love feedback from you guys on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jamie-ivey/id880741976?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo=4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a> if you can. When you leave a comment and/or rating, it helps others find the show, and isn't that what we want .... more ladies at the Happy Hour with us! Sponsor: Now, most of you probably know I love to support social businesses and one of my favorites is an Austin based ethical lifestyle and fashion brand, <a href="http://www.ravenandlily.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Raven and Lily</a>. They are dedicated to empowering women through design, supporting over 1000 artisans across eight countries including Ethiopia, India, Pakistan, and even here in the US. These partnerships offer sustainable employment and a living wage. You can shop Raven and Lily’s beautiful clothing, jewelry, accessories and home goods at the flagship storefront off East Manor (if you live here in Austin like me!!) or online at <a href="http://www.ravenandlily.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RavenandLily.com</a> COUPON CODE: 15% off with the code: HAPPYHOUR <a href="http://nuttysnacks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nutty Snacks</a> are gluten free, all natural, high protein, good for you fuel that taste like dessert. Perfect for Cross-fitters and endurance athletes who need that little boost to keep going. Loved by mom’s who need a quality snack for their little people. Devoured by anyone who dares to try them. Convienent 2.5 oz packs for “life on the go” or the “you should really share with others” 7 oz. pack that ensures your friends will stop by for another visit. Nutty Snacks is committed to “doing good” and making a difference in the world. When you purchase Nutty Snacks a percentage of the proceeds goes directly to The Amani Project to help kids in need. Or you can do good through our Purchase 4 A Purpose project where we partner with other organizations committed to doing good in the world. Nutty Snacks….a little sweet, a little nutty a whole lot of good! COUPON CODE: 15% off with the code: HappyHour15 For more details on this show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-50-jen-hatmaker/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>!

Happy Hour #50: Jen Hatmaker

Lauren Chandler

My guest for Happy Hour #90 is the very beautiful Lauren Chandler. Lauren is a momma of three kids and wife to Matt Chandler, the lead pastor at The Village Church and President of Acts 29 Network. She recently released her first book: Steadfast Love. I am nearly half way through reading it and loving it so much. On the show, Lauren shares how she and Matt met while she was a camper at a camp at which Matt was speaking. She insists that it's a little less interesting than it sounds, but I will let you decide. Either way, it's fun to imagine how cute those two were back then. Lauren shares her journey with Celebrate Recovery, a biblical program that aims to help people overcome their hurts, hang-ups and habits. She tells about how difficult it was to get over the fear of losing people's approval and admitting that she was a sinner in need of a savior to redeem every part of her story. Lauren is now a huge advocate and supporter of recovery ministries. Lastly, Lauren and I talk about what it was like to learn that her husband was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. Many of you, like me, may have heard bits and pieces of their story or have read their story, but I think you will love hearing Lauren's perspective and how the Lord used the events to confirm God as sustainer in their lives. They have a powerful story and I am so thankful that Lauren is being faithful to share. {You can listen to the show HERE. And of course, I would love if you would share with your friends. Just use the FB &amp; Twitter links at the end of this post!} Links from the Show Celebrate Recovery The Village Church: Recovering Redemption Brewed The Net Green River Ordinance Lauren's Album: The Narrow Place Lauren's Book: Steadfast Love Believing God by Beth Moore +  You Are What You Love by James K.A. Smith + Sensing Jesus by Zack Eswine + Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls + Half Broke Horses by Jeanette Walls What Lauren is loving: Zum Products: Frankincense and Myrrh, Djinni Magic Bath Cream and YouWood Watches Connect with Lauren Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram   Sponsor: JellyTelly JellyTelly is the only streaming video app designed specifically for kids where God is real and His Word is true. JellyTelly was co-developed by the creator of VeggieTales, Phil Visher. With the app, you can instantly stream hundred of hours of safe, affirming videos and movies for kids about God, the Bible and faith. It's a great way for parents and kids to spend time together watching and learning, and then talking together about Jesus and their faith. The app is currently available on iOS, Android and Kindle, and includes shows like VeggieTales, Hillsong Kids, the Jesus Storybook Bible and many more! It's entertainment you can trust, and shows that your kids will love! Make sure to check visit jellytelly.com today and use the special coupon code HAPPYHOUR to get $5 off - or your first month of JellyTelly free! For more details from this show, Click Here!

My guest for Happy Hour #90 is the very beautiful Lauren Chandler. Lauren is a momma of three kids and wife to Matt Chandler, the lead pastor at <a href="http://www.thevillagechurch.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Village Church</a> and President of <a href="http://www.acts29.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Acts 29 Network</a>. She recently released her first book: <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Steadfast Love</a>. I am nearly half way through reading it and loving it so much. On the show, Lauren shares how she and Matt met while she was a camper at a camp at which Matt was speaking. She insists that it's a little less interesting than it sounds, but I will let you decide. Either way, it's fun to imagine how cute those two were back then. Lauren shares her journey with Celebrate Recovery, a biblical program that aims to help people overcome their hurts, hang-ups and habits. She tells about how difficult it was to get over the fear of losing people's approval and admitting that she was a sinner in need of a savior to redeem every part of her story. Lauren is now a huge advocate and supporter of recovery ministries. Lastly, Lauren and I talk about what it was like to learn that her husband was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. Many of you, like me, may have heard bits and pieces of their story or have read their story, but I think you will love hearing Lauren's perspective and how the Lord used the events to confirm God as sustainer in their lives. They have a powerful story and I am so thankful that Lauren is being faithful to share. {You can listen to the show<a href="http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/jamieivey/Happy_hour_shay_shull_-_33016_12.30_AM.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a><a href="http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/jamieivey/HH_90_Lauren_Chandler_FINAL.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE.</a> And of course, I would love if you would share with your friends. Just use the FB &amp; Twitter links at the end of this post!} Links from the Show <a href="http://www.celebraterecovery.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Celebrate Recovery</a> <a href="http://thevillagechurch.net/resources/sermons/series/recovering-redemption/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Village Church: Recovering Redemption</a> <a href="http://brewedfw.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brewed</a> <a href="http://thenetfw.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Net</a> <a href="http://www.greenriverordinance.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Green River Ordinance</a> Lauren's Album: The Narrow Place Lauren's Book: <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Steadfast Love</a> <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Believing God</a> by Beth Moore + <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">You Are What You Love</a> by James K.A. Smith + <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sensing Jesus</a> by Zack Eswine + <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Glass Castle</a> by Jeanette Walls + <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Half Broke Horses</a> by Jeanette Walls What Lauren is loving: <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zum Products: Frankincense and Myrrh</a>, <a href="http://www.djinnicorp.com/bath%20and%20body.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Djinni Magic Bath Cream</a> and <a href="https://youwood.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouWood Watches</a> Connect with Lauren <a href="https://www.facebook.com/laurenchandlermusic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="https://twitter.com/laurenchandler" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/laurenchandler/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Connect with Jamie <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JamieIvey5678/?ref=bookmarks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>// <a href="https://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jamieivey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Sponsor: JellyTelly <a href="https://www.jellytelly.com/?utm_source=jamieivey.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blogger%20traffic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JellyTelly</a> is the only streaming video app designed specifically for kids where God is real and His Word is true. JellyTelly was co-developed by the creator of VeggieTales, Phil Visher. With the app, you can instantly stream hundred of hours of safe, affirming videos and movies for kids about God, the Bible and faith. It's a great way for parents and kids to spend time together watching and learning, and then talking together about Jesus and their faith. The app is currently available on iOS, Android and Kindle, and includes shows like VeggieTales, Hillsong Kids, the Jesus Storybook Bible and many more! It's entertainment you can trust, and shows that your kids will love! Make sure to check visit <a href="https://www.jellytelly.com/?utm_source=jamieivey.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blogger%20traffic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jellytelly.com</a> today and use the special coupon code HAPPYHOUR to get $5 off - or your first month of JellyTelly free! For more details from this show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-90-lauren-chandler/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click Here</a>!

Happy Hour #90: Lauren Chandler

My guest for Happy Hour #108 is the amazing Beth Moore. Beth is a dynamic teacher and a prolific Bible–study author whose public speaking engagements take her around the world to challenge tens of thousands. A wife and mother of two adult daughters, Beth lives in Houston, where she leads Living Proof Ministries and teaches an adult Sunday school class. Her first book with Tyndale House, So Long, Insecurity, was a NYT bestseller. Her debut novel, The Undoing of Saint Silvanus, released on September 20th. For the full summary and links to the show, Click Here!

My guest for Happy Hour #108 is the amazing Beth Moore. Beth is a dynamic teacher and a prolific Bible–study author whose public speaking engagements take her around the world to challenge tens of thousands. A wife and mother of two adult daughters, Beth lives in Houston, where she leads Living Proof Ministries and teaches an adult Sunday school class. Her first book with Tyndale House, So Long, Insecurity, was a NYT bestseller. Her debut novel, <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Undoing of Saint Silvanus</a>, released on September 20th. For the full summary and links to the show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-108-beth-moore/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click Here</a>!

Happy Hour #108: Beth Moore

Jami Nato

Jamie talks with writer Jami Nato about marital infidelity and the spiritual journey God took her marriage on when confronted with that. For the full summary and links from the show, Click Here!

Jamie talks with writer Jami Nato about marital infidelity and the spiritual journey God took her marriage on when confronted with that. For the full summary and links from the show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-68-jami-nato/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click Here</a>!

Happy Hour #68: Jami Nato

Shay Shull

Jamie talks with Shay Shull about infertility, adoption, Disney cruises, Netflix passions, that time her brother was on The Bachelor and so much more! For a full summary and links from the show, Click Here!

Jamie talks with Shay Shull about infertility, adoption, Disney cruises, Netflix passions, that time her brother was on The Bachelor and so much more! For a full summary and links from the show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-82-shay-shull/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click Here</a>!

Happy Hour #82: Shay Shull

Jackie Hill-Perry

My guest for The Happy Hour # 190 is Jackie Hill Perry. Jackie is a writer and artist whose work has been featured on such publications as the Washington Times and The 700 Club. Since being saved from a lifestyle of homosexuality, she has been compelled to use her speaking and teaching gifts to share the light of the gospel of God as authentically as she can. She is signed to Humble Beast Records and released her debut album, The Art of Joy, in 2014. At home, she is a wife to Preston and Mommy to Eden. For two years I've been working on getting Jackie on the show, and I am so excited to share our conversation with you today. On today's episode we cover some challenging topics: racial issues and homosexuality. I know these topics can bring us into uncomfortable or tense spaces, but I believe talking about hard issues is valuable and important, and my hope is that we can all be listeners and learners in these spaces. Jackie and I begin the show talking about gospel diversity and the power of indifference. She describes how we can gain knowledge about the issues, but not take that knowledge and change how we live out our lives. The perspective she gives about the impact of indifference and inaction is powerful. In the second half of the show, Jackie shares her story of how she was living a life of homosexuality and how God pursued her and saved her in a way only God could.  You are going to love hearing her talk about how her public ministry began just FIVE months after she decided to follow Jesus - her first public testimony was all because she wanted a free t-shirt! You guys, Jackie is bold and she speaks some powerful truths. When I asked her if she was afraid to fail, she said "Either I trust God or I don't... If I fall, then I fall and I get up and trust God some more". For the full summary and links to the show, click the link below!   Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE!

My guest for The Happy Hour # 190 is Jackie Hill Perry. Jackie is a writer and artist whose work has been featured on such publications as the Washington Times and The 700 Club. Since being saved from a lifestyle of homosexuality, she has been compelled to use her speaking and teaching gifts to share the light of the gospel of God as authentically as she can. She is signed to Humble Beast Records and released her debut album, The Art of Joy, in 2014. At home, she is a wife to Preston and Mommy to Eden. For two years I've been working on getting Jackie on the show, and I am so excited to share our conversation with you today. On today's episode we cover some challenging topics: racial issues and homosexuality. I know these topics can bring us into uncomfortable or tense spaces, but I believe talking about hard issues is valuable and important, and my hope is that we can all be listeners and learners in these spaces. Jackie and I begin the show talking about gospel diversity and the power of indifference. She describes how we can gain knowledge about the issues, but not take that knowledge and change how we live out our lives. The perspective she gives about the impact of indifference and inaction is powerful. In the second half of the show, Jackie shares her story of how she was living a life of homosexuality and how God pursued her and saved her in a way only God could. You are going to love hearing her talk about how her public ministry began just FIVE months after she decided to follow Jesus - her first public testimony was all because she wanted a free t-shirt! You guys, Jackie is bold and she speaks some powerful truths. When I asked her if she was afraid to fail, she said "Either I trust God or I don't... If I fall, then I fall and I get up and trust God some more". For the full summary and links to the show, click the link below! Connect with Jamie <a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/facebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="http://instagram.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="https://www.youtube.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> <a href="https://jamieivey.com/the-happy-hour-190-jackie-hill-perry/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE!</a>

Happy Hour #190: Jackie Hill-Perry

Bobby Bones

My guest for Happy Hour #88 is Amy from The Bobby Bones Show. Amy and I met several years ago during my short-lived career in radio. Since then, she and her team have gained a ton of popularity and have millions of listeners today. Most of you, I imagine, are among those millions and are familiar with Amy and The Bobby Bones Show. If not, make sure to check them out and tune in for some hilarious morning show listening. One of the best parts of my conversation with Amy was getting the chance to hear a story from her with so much detail, honesty and vulnerability...without her co-hosts adding their commentary. Don't get me wrong. I love me some Bobby and Lunchbox, but sometimes we girls need our time without the jokers. Am I right? I already knew I loved Amy, but this conversation...gracious. I've only cried a few times on my show and turns out, this is one of them. Amy has been so faithful to use her platform to share her stories and to point her listeners to her rock and her salvation. I know you will love hearing from her. Connect with Jamie Ivey Blog // Twitter // Instagram Subscribe to The Happy Hour Podcast iTunes // Stitcher For the full summary and links to the show, Click Here!

My guest for <a href="http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/jamieivey/HH_88_Amy_BBS.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Happy Hour #88</a> is Amy from <a href="http://bobbybones.iheart.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bobby Bones Show</a>. Amy and I met several years ago during <a href="http://jamieivey.com/i-am-a-dj-now" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">my short-lived career in radio</a>. Since then, she and her team have gained a ton of popularity and have millions of listeners today. Most of you, I imagine, are among those millions and are familiar with Amy and The Bobby Bones Show. If not, make sure to check them out and tune in for some hilarious morning show listening. One of the best parts of my conversation with Amy was getting the chance to hear a story from her with so much detail, honesty and vulnerability...without her co-hosts adding their commentary. Don't get me wrong. I love me some Bobby and Lunchbox, but sometimes we girls need our time without the jokers. Am I right? I already knew I loved Amy, but this conversation...gracious. I've only cried a few times on my show and turns out, this is one of them. Amy has been so faithful to use her platform to share her stories and to point her listeners to her rock and her salvation. I know you will love hearing from her. Connect with Jamie Ivey <a href="http://jamieivey.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> // <a href="https://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jamieivey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Subscribe to The Happy Hour Podcast <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jamie-ivey/id880741976?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a> // <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/jamie-ivey/happy-hour-with-jamie-ivey?refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a> For the full summary and links to the show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-88-amy-from-the-bobby-bones-show/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click Here</a>!

Happy Hour #88: Amy from The Bobby Bones Show

Catherine Lowe

My guest for The Happy Hour #157 is Catherine Lowe. You may recognize her from a little show called The Bachelor. Catherine met and fell in love with her now husband, Sean Lowe, on season 17. Millions (self included) tuned in to watch them tie the knot on national television in 2014. They now live in Dallas with their adorable son, Samuel.  On today's show, Catherine and I visit in person and cover so very much. We cover all things related to The Bachelor - how she was casted, her journey of falling in love and getting engaged while the world watched. She gives some behind-the-scenes scoop - like how you might find some of the women doing Bible studies, instead of running around in their tiny bikinis. But, somehow, that kind of drama doesn't make the final cut. Catherine shares about how difficult it was transitioning from finally being publicly engaged to watching her fiancé dance on Dancing with the Stars. You'll love hearing her story of following Jesus, after Sean made an 11th hour visit to her hotel room the night before he proposed. As a bonus, we also talk TV and movies, and what it's like to have an angel for a mother-in-law. You are not going to want to miss this show.   Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube   GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE!

My guest for The Happy Hour #157 is Catherine Lowe. You may recognize her from a little show called The Bachelor. Catherine met and fell in love with her now husband, Sean Lowe, on season 17. Millions (self included) tuned in to watch them tie the knot on national television in 2014. They now live in Dallas with their adorable son, Samuel. On today's show, Catherine and I visit in person and cover so very much. We cover all things related to The Bachelor - how she was casted, her journey of falling in love and getting engaged while the world watched. She gives some behind-the-scenes scoop - like how you might find some of the women doing Bible studies, instead of running around in their tiny bikinis. But, somehow, that kind of drama doesn't make the final cut. Catherine shares about how difficult it was transitioning from finally being publicly engaged to watching her fiancé dance on Dancing with the Stars. You'll love hearing her story of following Jesus, after Sean made an 11th hour visit to her hotel room the night before he proposed. As a bonus, we also talk TV and movies, and what it's like to have an angel for a mother-in-law. You are not going to want to miss this show. Connect with Jamie <a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/facebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="http://instagram.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="https://www.youtube.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> <a href="https://jamieivey.com/the-happy-hour-157-catherine-lowe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE!</a>

Happy Hour #157: Catherine Lowe

Candace Cameron Bure

My guest for The Happy Hour #176 is Candace Cameron Bure. Candace is an actress, producer, New York Times bestselling author, and loved by millions worldwide from her role as D.J. Tanner on the iconic family sitcoms Full House and Fuller House, Hallmark Channel movies, former co-host of The View, inspirational speaker and Dancing with the Stars Season 18 finalist. Candace is both outspoken and passionate about her family and faith. Guys, if you thought you loved Candace before, you are going to love her even more after listening to our conversation. She is as warm and genuine as we all imagined her to be. In our conversation, we talk about growing up on screen, taking a 10 year break to focus on her family, and the challenges of living a life of faith in the TV and film world. You'll hear about how she makes decisions on roles she plays in an effort to stay true to herself and honoring to God. We also talk about her book writing career and her newest book, Kind is the New Classy, releasing on April 24. Make sure to head over to Amazon to pre-order and reach out to Candace to let her know how much you loved hearing her on The Happy Hour!   Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE!

My guest for The Happy Hour #176 is Candace Cameron Bure. Candace is an actress, producer, New York Times bestselling author, and loved by millions worldwide from her role as D.J. Tanner on the iconic family sitcoms Full House and Fuller House, Hallmark Channel movies, former co-host of The View, inspirational speaker and Dancing with the Stars Season 18 finalist. Candace is both outspoken and passionate about her family and faith. Guys, if you thought you loved Candace before, you are going to love her even more after listening to our conversation. She is as warm and genuine as we all imagined her to be. In our conversation, we talk about growing up on screen, taking a 10 year break to focus on her family, and the challenges of living a life of faith in the TV and film world. You'll hear about how she makes decisions on roles she plays in an effort to stay true to herself and honoring to God. We also talk about her book writing career and her newest book, <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kind is the New Classy</a>, releasing on April 24. Make sure to head over to Amazon to pre-order and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/candacecbure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">reach out to Candace</a> to let her know how much you loved hearing her on The Happy Hour! Connect with Jamie <a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/facebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="http://instagram.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="https://www.youtube.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> <a href="https://jamieivey.com/the-happy-hour-176-candace-cameron-bure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE!</a>

Happy Hour #176: Candace Cameron Bure

Ann Voskamp

My guest for today’s episode is Ann Voskamp. Ann is the wife of a down-to-earth farmer; a book-reading mama to a posse of seven; and the author of the New York Times bestseller One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are, which has sold more than one million copies. Her latest book, The Broken Way: A Daring Path into the Abundant Life released in October 2016.  Millions do life with her at her daily photographic online journal, one of the top 10 most widely read Christian websites:  www.annvoskamp.com Admittedly, I was a little nervous about chatting with Ann. She has a sophisticated and incredibly intelligent aura about her that intimidated me from afar. But, gracious, I loved talking with her and getting to know her a little bit. In our conversation, Ann shares about the heart behind her newest book, The Broken Way. We chat about the temptation to present a polished life, but how God uses our brokenness to bring healing to our own hearts and perseveres the hearts around us.  We chat about everything from their adoption journey to the refugee crisis to living modern day Esther lives. If you need a hug and a good kick in the pants, this is your episode. I think you'll feel so encouraged by Ann and also a push to use your influence to be a minister the oppressed around you.  For the full summary and links to the show, click the link below! Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for today’s episode is Ann Voskamp. Ann is the wife of a down-to-earth farmer; a book-reading mama to a posse of seven; and the author of the New York Times bestseller <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are</a>, which has sold more than one million copies. Her latest book, <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Broken Way: A Daring Path into the Abundant Life</a> released in October 2016. Millions do life with her at her daily photographic online journal, one of the top 10 most widely read Christian websites: <a href="http://www.annvoskamp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.annvoskamp.com</a> Admittedly, I was a little nervous about chatting with Ann. She has a sophisticated and incredibly intelligent aura about her that intimidated me from afar. But, gracious, I loved talking with her and getting to know her a little bit. In our conversation, Ann shares about the heart behind her newest book, The Broken Way. We chat about the temptation to present a polished life, but how God uses our brokenness to bring healing to our own hearts and perseveres the hearts around us. We chat about everything from their adoption journey to the refugee crisis to living modern day Esther lives. If you need a hug and a good kick in the pants, this is your episode. I think you'll feel so encouraged by Ann and also a push to use your influence to be a minister the oppressed around you. For the full summary and links to the show, click the link below! Connect with Jamie <a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/facebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="http://instagram.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="https://www.youtube.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-116-ann-voskamp/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE</a>

Happy Hour # 116 : Ann Voskamp

Shelley Giglio

My guest for Happy Hour #85 is the Shelley Giglio. You probably know Shelley and her husband, Louie, from the ministry they helped to create: Passion Conferences. Passion started 20 years ago and has been tremendously impactful in the lives of thousands and thousands of college students around the globe. Shelley and Louie currently live in Atlanta where they help to lead their church, Passion City Church. In today's conversation, Shelley shares how Passion was born. I know a lot of you, like me, have been profoundly impacted by the ministry of Passion, and you're going to love hearing how God gave them a vision and enough faith to take one single step at a time. For the full summary and links to this show, click here!

My guest for Happy Hour #85 is the Shelley Giglio. You probably know Shelley and her husband, Louie, from the ministry they helped to create: <a href="http://268generation.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Passion Conferences</a>. Passion started 20 years ago and has been tremendously impactful in the lives of thousands and thousands of college students around the globe. Shelley and Louie currently live in Atlanta where they help to lead their church, <a href="http://passioncitychurch.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Passion City Church</a>. In today's conversation, Shelley shares how Passion was born. I know a lot of you, like me, have been profoundly impacted by the ministry of Passion, and you're going to love hearing how God gave them a vision and enough faith to take one single step at a time. For the full summary and links to this show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-85-shelley-giglio/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>!

Happy Hour #85: Shelley Giglio

Rachel Hollis

Jamie is joined by Friends of The Show, Jen Hatmaker and Rachel Hollis, to talk about their upcoming trip to Ethiopia, courtesy of Help One Now. For the full summary and links to the show, Click Here!

Jamie is joined by Friends of The Show, Jen Hatmaker and Rachel Hollis, to talk about their upcoming trip to Ethiopia, courtesy of Help One Now. For the full summary and links to the show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-96-jen-hatmaker-rachel-hollis/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click Here</a>!

Happy Hour #96: Jen Hatmaker and Rachel Hollis

Melanie Shankle

Happy Hour #35 is with my friend Melanie Shankle. You may know Melanie from her blog, The Big Mama Blog, where she's been cracking up all of us readers for years now. Melanie lives in San Antonio with her husband and daughter. She is the author of three books, Sparkly Green Earrings, The Antelope in the Living Room, and her newest, Nobody's Cuter Than You, that just released this week on April 7th. On the show today we talk about her book a lot, her friend Jen that she mentions in the book who is walking through cancer, how I started podcasting because of her and Sophie's podcast, talking with our kids about sex, the shows we watch, how much we both like baseball, college life, and how technology has ruined us all. I laughed so much in this podcast and loved every second of chatting with Melanie. I think that you will too. Today's Happy Hour episode is exactly what I had in mind when I dreamed of my own podcast. One minute we're talking about the crazy things our kids say about sex, and the next minute we're talking about one of our friends struggling through cancer. It's the real talk that girlfriends have, and so this Happy Hour is one that you will love. For a full summary and links to the show, Click here!

Happy Hour #35 is with my friend Melanie Shankle. You may know Melanie from her blog, <a href="http://thebigmamablog.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Big Mama Blog</a>, where she's been cracking up all of us readers for years now. Melanie lives in San Antonio with her husband and daughter. She is the author of three books, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1414371713/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=1414371713&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dream086-20&amp;linkId=A5GK6VYPHXXXGCE7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sparkly Green Earrings</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1414385544/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=1414385544&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dream086-20&amp;linkId=NHPCSBSGZ5QIBF7Q" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Antelope in the Living Room</a>, and her newest, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1414397488/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=1414397488&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dream086-20&amp;linkId=V4B4YP6D2LWV24DS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nobody's Cuter Than You,</a> that just released this week on April 7th. On the show today we talk about her book a lot, her friend Jen that she mentions in the book who is walking through cancer, how I started podcasting because of <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-boo-cast/id262921699?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">her and Sophie's podcast</a>, talking with our kids about sex, the shows we watch, how much we both like baseball, college life, and how technology has ruined us all. I laughed so much in this podcast and loved every second of chatting with Melanie. I think that you will too. Today's Happy Hour episode is exactly what I had in mind when I dreamed of my own podcast. One minute we're talking about the crazy things our kids say about sex, and the next minute we're talking about one of our friends struggling through cancer. It's the real talk that girlfriends have, and so this Happy Hour is one that you will love. For a full summary and links to the show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/melanie/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a>!

Happy Hour #35 with Melanie Shankle {The Big Mama Blog}

Annie Downs

Today's guest on the Happy Hour is Annie Downs. Annie and I met this past Spring at the If Gathering and I knew when I met her that I would love her and she would be such a fun person! It was such a blast chatting with her on this podcast! We talked a lot about being BRAVE, especially since her newest book is called LET'S ALL BE BRAVE, we discussed college &amp; fantasy football, she told me about when she was on the red carpet for the movie premier of The Fault In Our Stars, the Bachelorette, "hook-up culture" , the Civil Wars, and finally what we are watching and reading. This podcast cracked me up because so many times we just would talk over each other and laugh so loud. She was a super fun guest! I'm giving away TWO signed copies of LET'S ALL BE BRAVE to one of you guys. Here's what I need you to do .... tell someone about the podcast. You can do that via your social media, or an email, or a phone call, or whatever you want. Also subscribe via iTunes or Stitcher if you haven't, and then leave me a comment telling me what you did and on Friday I'll pick a winner! So easy people! For a full summary and links to this show, click here!

Today's guest on the Happy Hour is Annie Downs. Annie and I met this past Spring at the If Gathering and I knew when I met her that I would love her and she would be such a fun person! It was such a blast chatting with her on this podcast! We talked a lot about being BRAVE, especially since her newest book is called LET'S ALL BE BRAVE, we discussed college &amp; fantasy football, she told me about when she was on the red carpet for the movie premier of The Fault In Our Stars, the Bachelorette, "hook-up culture" , the Civil Wars, and finally what we are watching and reading. This podcast cracked me up because so many times we just would talk over each other and laugh so loud. She was a super fun guest! I'm giving away TWO signed copies of LET'S ALL BE BRAVE to one of you guys. Here's what I need you to do .... tell someone about the podcast. You can do that via your social media, or an email, or a phone call, or whatever you want. Also subscribe via iTunes or Stitcher if you haven't, and then leave me a comment telling me what you did and on Friday I'll pick a winner! So easy people! For a full summary and links to this show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-13-with-annie-downs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>!

Happy Hour #13 with Annie Downs

Rebecca Smith

Today’s guest on the Happy Hour Podcast is Rebecca Smith. Rebecca is the creator and owner of Better Life Bags and lives in Detroit with her husband and three kids. Her business has a remarkable impact on women in Detroit, who are earning a living by working for Better Life Bags. On today's podcast we talk about how her business started, things you should do before we turn 30 (we are both past it!!), and how she can't do it all without the help she has - good word for us mommas trying to do it all! We also chat about how we made the decision on where to send our kids to school, why we don't see the news often, and of course our thoughts on Serial. For a full summary and links from this show, Click Here!

Today’s guest on the Happy Hour Podcast is <a href="http://rebeccasmithonline.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca Smith</a>. Rebecca is the creator and owner of <a href="http://betterlifebags.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Better Life Bags </a>and lives in Detroit with her husband and three kids. Her business has a remarkable impact on women in Detroit, who are earning a living by working for Better Life Bags. On today's podcast we talk about how her business started, things you should do before we turn 30 (we are both past it!!), and how she can't do it all without the help she has - good word for us mommas trying to do it all! We also chat about how we made the decision on where to send our kids to school, why we don't see the news often, and of course our thoughts on Serial. For a full summary and links from this show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click Here</a>!

Happy Hour # 26 with Rebecca Smith

Jennie Allen

 My guest for The Happy Hour # 288 is Jennie Allen. Jennie is an award- winning and bestselling author of Bible studies, many books including her most recent Get Out of Your Head, and is the founder and visionary for the IF: Gathering. Jennie is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.  It has been way too long since I’ve had my friend Jennie on the show, and I’m so happy to welcome her back. Today Jennie and I talk about the fight all of us are in to take every thought captive and remember who God is. Jennie shares her own story of some of her darkest months living with lies that produced fear, anxiety and doubt. Things started to change when Jennie began treating it like war and fighting the lies head on. Jennie and I also discuss how Biblical community isn’t optional, and we have to fight for it as well - it doesn’t just happen automatically. You guys, I think this may be one of those shows where you’ll want to go back and listen with pen and paper ready. I hope you will be as encouraged and fired up as I was! Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors  Dave's Killer Bread Third Love - get 15% off your first purchase! UNICO 20°87°  GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

My guest for The Happy Hour # 288 is Jennie Allen. Jennie is an award- winning and bestselling author of Bible studies, many books including her most recent <a href="https://amazon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Get Out of Your Head</a>, and is the founder and visionary for the <a href="http://www.ifgathering.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IF: Gathering</a>. Jennie is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children. It has been way too long since I’ve had my friend Jennie on the show, and I’m so happy to welcome her back. Today Jennie and I talk about the fight all of us are in to take every thought captive and remember who God is. Jennie shares her own story of some of her darkest months living with lies that produced fear, anxiety and doubt. Things started to change when Jennie began treating it like war and fighting the lies head on. Jennie and I also discuss how Biblical community isn’t optional, and we have to fight for it as well - it doesn’t just happen automatically. You guys, I think this may be one of those shows where you’ll want to go back and listen with pen and paper ready. I hope you will be as encouraged and fired up as I was! Connect with Jamie <a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/facebook" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="http://instagram.com/jamieivey" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="https://www.youtube.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> Sponsors <ul> <li><a href="http://www.daveskillerbread.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dave's Killer Bread</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.thirdlove.com/jamie" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Third Love - get 15% off your first purchase!</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.unicohotelrivieramaya.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">UNICO 20°87°</a></li> </ul> <a href="http://www.jamieivey.com/288-jennie-allen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE</a>

Happy Hour #288: Jennie Allen

Kat Lee

Kat and I met online and we have actually never met in person, but she's been such an encouragement for me in my podcasting journey. I was actually one of the first guests on her podcast for Inspired to Action. After being a guest on her show is when I felt as though podcasting is something I would want to do in life! Kat is a momma, wife, blogger, encourager, podcaster and lots more in life. Her blog is something that you need to get your eyes on if you have not. Her whole gig is to inspire us mommas right where we are, and if you are like me, we need to hear encouragements daily.  For a full summary and links to this show, Click Here!

Kat and I met online and we have actually never met in person, but she's been such an encouragement for me in my podcasting journey. I was actually one of the first <a href="http://inspiredtoaction.com/2012/11/ita-show-4-talking-with-jamie-ivey-about-adoption-djs-and-her-year-of-motherhood-challenge/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">guests</a> on her podcast for<a href="http://inspiredtoaction.com/thepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Inspired to Action</a>. After being a guest on her show is when I felt as though podcasting is something I would want to do in life! Kat is a momma, wife, blogger, encourager, podcaster and lots more in life. Her blog is something that you need to get your eyes on if you have not. Her whole gig is to inspire us mommas right where we are, and if you are like me, we need to hear encouragements daily. For a full summary and links to this show, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/happy-hour-podcast-27-with-kat-lee/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click Here</a>!

Happy Hour #27 with Kat Lee

Ellie Holcomb

My guest for The Happy Hour #162 is singer-songwriter Ellie Holcomb. Ellie is a Nashville native, and began her musical career by touring the country with her husband in Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors. After 8 years, and with the birth of their daughter, Emmylou, she opted to step out of the role of heavy touring. From that space came her debut solo album, As Sure As The Sun, which charted at #1 on the iTunes Christian chart and helped deem her the “Best New Artist” at the 2014 Dove Awards. Since her first album, Ellie has been walking an unexpected path, one of suffering and loss but also peace and joy. And it is from that place—of finding God in the dark and unexpected—that she wrote and recorded Red Sea Road released earlier this year. For the full summary and links to the show, click the link below!   Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube   GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE!

My guest for The Happy Hour #162 is singer-songwriter <a href="https://www.ellieholcomb.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ellie Holcomb</a>. Ellie is a Nashville native, and began her musical career by touring the country with her husband in <a href="http://www.drewholcomb.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors</a>. After 8 years, and with the birth of their daughter, Emmylou, she opted to step out of the role of heavy touring. From that space came her debut solo album, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/as-sure-as-the-sun/id763695704" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">As Sure As The Sun</a>, which charted at #1 on the iTunes Christian chart and helped deem her the “Best New Artist” at the 2014 Dove Awards. Since her first album, Ellie has been walking an unexpected path, one of suffering and loss but also peace and joy. And it is from that place—of finding God in the dark and unexpected—that she wrote and recorded <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/red-sea-road/id1192615067" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Sea Road</a> released earlier this year. For the full summary and links to the show, click the link below! Connect with Jamie <a href="https://www.jamieivey.com/facebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/jamie_ivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="http://instagram.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="https://www.youtube.com/jamieivey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> <a href="https://jamieivey.com/the-happy-hour-162-ellie-holcomb/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE!</a>

Happy Hour #162: Ellie Holcomb

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