Tissue warning and important intro for all those first time listeners! 

Tissue warning and important intro for all those first time listeners!

Treasured Podcast - Important Intro

In this episode, co-hosts Wynter and Courtney introduce themselves, chat about life with daughters and share the reason why they created the Leading Girls Podcast. 

In this episode, co-hosts Wynter and Courtney introduce themselves, chat about life with daughters and share the reason why they created the Leading Girls Podcast.

Episode 1

Sissy Goff

Author, speaker and counselor Sissy Goff joins us as we learn how our girls are wired. We all wonder … is this normal?! And it helps us filter their behavior and emotions when we understand them more fully. Sissy has been counseling girls and their families for over 25 years at Daystar Counseling.   In this episode, we cover anxiety, emotions, fear and many other common struggles we deal with as we lead our girls. Sissy gives us sound guidance and tips covered in grace.

Author, speaker and counselor Sissy Goff joins us as we learn how our girls are wired. We all wonder … is this normal?! And it helps us filter their behavior and emotions when we understand them more fully. Sissy has been counseling girls and their families for over 25 years at Daystar Counseling.   In this episode, we cover anxiety, emotions, fear and many other common struggles we deal with as we lead our girls. Sissy gives us sound guidance and tips covered in grace.

How Girls Are Wired: Sissy Goff (Ep 2)

Kirsten Watson

Kirsten Watson is the proud wife of NFL Player Benjamin Watson and mom of 5 little ones. In this episode, we talk about what it’s really like to be famous. So many of our girls want to be “known” and “famous” and do not realize all that comes with that dream. She shares such wisdom with us - and how we can guide our girls to see influence as an opportunity to shine God’s love and not really about drawing others to yourself.  Kirsten gives us an insider look at the public eye and how she sees it from a Godly perspective. She also shares how they balance her desires and dreams and career with her role as a wife and mom in this busy season. You will fall in love with her heart!

Kirsten Watson is the proud wife of NFL Player Benjamin Watson and mom of 5 little ones. In this episode, we talk about what it’s really like to be famous. So many of our girls want to be “known” and “famous” and do not realize all that comes with that dream. She shares such wisdom with us - and how we can guide our girls to see influence as an opportunity to shine God’s love and not really about drawing others to yourself.  Kirsten gives us an insider look at the public eye and how she sees it from a Godly perspective. She also shares how they balance her desires and dreams and career with her role as a wife and mom in this busy season. You will fall in love with her heart!

The Truth of Being Famous: Kirsten Watson (Ep. 3)

Karen Stubbs

Karen Stubbs is the mentor every mom wish she had next door. Karen equips and mentors so many moms around the country through her books, curriculum, events and GREAT conference (Soar). On this episode, we kick off with the topic of wisdom, guidance and mentors. How do you get the best information when making decisions as a mom? Who did she turn to when she was raising her kids? She gives us permission to ask for advice and guidance. We also discuss some other common mom struggles with raising girls – comparison, competition, personalities and jealousy among siblings.

<a href="http://birdsonawiremoms.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Karen Stubbs</a> is the mentor every mom wish she had next door. Karen equips and mentors so many moms around the country through her <a href="http://birdsonawiremoms.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">books</a>, curriculum, events and GREAT conference (<a href="http://birdsonawiremoms.com/soar2018/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soar</a>). On this episode, we kick off with the topic of wisdom, guidance and mentors. How do you get the best information when making decisions as a mom? Who did she turn to when she was raising her kids? She gives us permission to ask for advice and guidance. We also discuss some other common mom struggles with raising girls – comparison, competition, personalities and jealousy among siblings.

Seeking Wisdom & Guidance with Karen Stubbs (Ep 4)

In this episode, Courtney's mom, Meese, offers wisdom on how to model love inside of our homes and out. We discuss the importance of making sure our girls know that they belong, that they are valued and that they matter. Meese also offers practical wisdom and encouragement on leaving an extraordinary legacy built on love. 

In this episode, Courtney's mom, Meese, offers wisdom on how to model love inside of our homes and out. We discuss the importance of making sure our girls know that they belong, that they are valued and that they matter. Meese also offers practical wisdom and encouragement on leaving an extraordinary legacy built on love.

All You Need Is Love with Meese (Ep 5)

Mary Flo Ridley

Some of us have already had a few awkward talks with our daughters and are wondering if you did it right. Some of us have little girls and are wondering about the best age to start or how to say it. Well, all of us are going to learn something from this episode! Mary Flo is the founder of Birds &amp; Bees and has been encouraging and equipping parents in this area for more than 30 years.

Some of us have already had a few awkward talks with our daughters and are wondering if you did it right. Some of us have little girls and are wondering about the best age to start or how to say it. Well, all of us are going to learn something from this episode! Mary Flo is the founder of <a href="http://www.birds-bees.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Birds &amp; Bees</a> and has been encouraging and equipping parents in this area for more than 30 years.

Birds & The Bees with Mary Flo Ridley (Ep 6)

Cierra McKenzie

Do you ever wish you could sneak in the head and heart of your daughter? Well, we get to do this today! Writer and speaker, Cierra McKenzie, shares amazing wisdom with us today - from the perspective of a daughter. It's so humbling and encouraging to hear her talk about her mom.

Do you ever wish you could sneak in the head and heart of your daughter? Well, we get to do this today! Writer and speaker, Cierra McKenzie, shares amazing wisdom with us today - from the perspective of a daughter. It's so humbling and encouraging to hear her talk about her mom.

A Daughter's Perspective with Cierra McKenzie (Ep 7)

Chrystal Evans Hurst

Buckle in for today’s episode. We have the hysterical, fun-loving and super wise Chrystal Evans Hurst. Chrystal brings so much life experience to our conversation because of her authentic and honest life. She’s a wife, mom, grandmother, author, speaker, sister, daughter and extremely gifted woman. In this episode, we talk about how to parent our girls with the challenging balance of grace and boundaries. We also discuss how to handle the mess ups well – because it’s not “if” our girls will mess up – it is when.

Buckle in for today’s episode. We have the hysterical, fun-loving and super wise <a href="http://chrystalevanshurst.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chrystal Evans Hurst</a>. Chrystal brings so much life experience to our conversation because of her authentic and honest life. She’s a wife, mom, grandmother, author, speaker, sister, daughter and extremely gifted woman. In this episode, we talk about how to parent our girls with the challenging balance of grace and boundaries. We also discuss how to handle the mess ups well – because it’s not “if” our girls will mess up – it is when.

Parenting with Grace and Boundaries with Chrystal Evans Hurst (Ep 8)

Casey Darnell

Casey Darnell joins us as the first dad on the Leading Girls Podcast! On this episode, you will cry! Casey definitely brings the Father's love on this episode. He's a fantastic husband super fun dad to four daughters. Casey is a singer and songwriter. When not doing laundry, diapers or dishes, he is riding bikes with his family and making up kid songs. Most recently, Casey joined his wife Anisa to help run Truth and Co- an interior design firm that aims to give busy families their dream home without the headache.

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/caseydarnell/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Casey Darnell</a> joins us as the first dad on the Leading Girls Podcast! On this episode, you will cry! Casey definitely brings the Father's love on this episode. He's a fantastic husband super fun dad to four daughters. Casey is a singer and songwriter. When not doing laundry, diapers or dishes, he is riding bikes with his family and making up kid songs. Most recently, Casey joined his wife <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AnisaDarnell/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anisa </a>to help run <a href="https://truthandco.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Truth and Co</a>- an interior design firm that aims to give busy families their dream home without the headache.

A Father's Love with Casey Darnell (Ep 9)

Treasured is a podcast for anyone raising girls - no matter your season and no matter your age! We all have questions, and this is the place to get guidance, wisdom and encouragement. Wouldn't you love to have lunch every week with a mentor or counselor or trusted friend? Well that’s not realistic - so Courtney DeFeo is doing just that with this podcast, bringing new questions and conversations every week! She also brings her own struggles and the real topics she faces with her own girls. Join us each week and don't forget to remind your girl - she is treasured by God and treasured by you!

So insightful and encouraging for raising girls

Wonderful podcast

Such a great, encouraging, &amp; practical podcast! Thank you Courtney for all you are doing!

Worth the listen!

Treasured with Courtney DeFeo

Sandra Stanley

Today's mother-daughter chat is with Allie and Sandra Stanley on the topic of emotions. Sandra and Andy Stanley founded North Point Ministries in 1995. She is a Georgia native and has lived in the Atlanta area since graduation from Georgia Tech in 1988.  Sandra and Andy have been married 31 years and have three children, ages 27, 25, and 23.  They also have a daughter-in-law, Danielle, and a 19-year-old foster daughter. Sandra is the author of two women’s studies—Comparison Trap and Breathing Room. Her ministry passion is promoting foster care in the local church.  Much of her time these days is spent in seminary classes though Dallas Theological Seminary, working on various writing projects, and continuing her involvement with Fostering Together – the foster care initiative at North Point Ministries.    Allie Stanley is originally from Milton, GA and graduated from Auburn University in 2018. She has a passion for serving students and was a middle school small group leader, a Young Life leader, a camp counselor and the Student Coordinator at Auburn Community Church. Allie now works with middle school students at a church in Alpharetta, Ga while she is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Theology from DTS. She has a heart for pouring into younger generations and her prayer is that the Lord uses her to inspire and equip students to be godly young men and women who are passionately pursing the Lord while loving the people around them.

Today's mother-daughter chat is with Allie and Sandra Stanley on the topic of emotions. Sandra and Andy Stanley founded North Point Ministries in 1995. She is a Georgia native and has lived in the Atlanta area since graduation from Georgia Tech in 1988.  Sandra and Andy have been married 31 years and have three children, ages 27, 25, and 23.  They also have a daughter-in-law, Danielle, and a 19-year-old foster daughter. Sandra is the author of two women’s studies—Comparison Trap and Breathing Room. Her ministry passion is promoting foster care in the local church.  Much of her time these days is spent in seminary classes though Dallas Theological Seminary, working on various writing projects, and continuing her involvement with Fostering Together – the foster care initiative at North Point Ministries.  Allie Stanley is originally from Milton, GA and graduated from Auburn University in 2018. She has a passion for serving students and was a middle school small group leader, a Young Life leader, a camp counselor and the Student Coordinator at Auburn Community Church. Allie now works with middle school students at a church in Alpharetta, Ga while she is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Theology from DTS. She has a heart for pouring into younger generations and her prayer is that the Lord uses her to inspire and equip students to be godly young men and women who are passionately pursing the Lord while loving the people around them.

Mother Daughter Chat with Allie and Sandra Stanley (Ep 65)

Kelly Stamps is a wife of 15 years and mom to three kids Harper (9), Hollis (7) and Will Holden (3).  She has written a popular mom blog, kellyskornerblog.com, for about 12 years.  She is very active in both children's ministry and women's ministry at her church.   She works part time for Tangilble Truth Ministries and occasionally speaks to women's groups.  She has a passion for using whatever platform she has for sharing Jesus and the Gospel.  You can find her on social media on @mrskellystamps. 

Kelly Stamps is a wife of 15 years and mom to three kids Harper (9), Hollis (7) and Will Holden (3).  She has written a popular mom blog, <a href="http://kellyskornerblog.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">kellyskornerblog.com</a>, for about 12 years.  She is very active in both children's ministry and women's ministry at her church.   She works part time for Tangilble Truth Ministries and occasionally speaks to women's groups.  She has a passion for using whatever platform she has for sharing Jesus and the Gospel.  You can find her on social media on @mrskellystamps.

Friendships, Sisters and Clothes with Kelly Stamps (Ep 38)

SISSY GOFF, M.Ed., LPC-MHSP is the Director of Child and Adolescent Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, Tennessee, where she works alongside her counseling assistant/pet therapist, Lucy the Havanese. Since 1993, she has been helping girls and their parents find confidence in who they are and hope in who God is making them to be, both as individuals and families. Sissy is a sought-after speaker for parenting events and the author of eleven books, including her newest, Raising Worry-Free Girls and Braver, Stronger, Smarter (for elementary aged girls). Sissy is a regular contributor to various podcasts and publications, including her own podcast called Raising Boys and Girls. You can find more information and resources at www.raisingboysandgirls.com.

SISSY GOFF, M.Ed., LPC-MHSP is the Director of Child and Adolescent Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, Tennessee, where she works alongside her counseling assistant/pet therapist, Lucy the Havanese. Since 1993, she has been helping girls and their parents find confidence in who they are and hope in who God is making them to be, both as individuals and families. Sissy is a sought-after speaker for parenting events and the author of eleven books, including her newest, Raising Worry-Free Girls and Braver, Stronger, Smarter (for elementary aged girls). Sissy is a regular contributor to various podcasts and publications, including her own podcast called Raising Boys and Girls. You can find more information and resources at <a href="http://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.raisingboysandgirls.com</a>.

Her Identity and Anxiety with Sissy Goff (Ep 57)

Jeannie Cunnion

Jeannie Cunnion is the author of Parenting the Wholehearted Child and Mom Set Free, as well as a frequent speaker at women’s conferences and parenting events around the country. She holds a Master’s degree in social work, and her writing has been featured on outlets such as the TODAY show, Fox News, The 700 Club, and Focus on the Family. Jeannie and her husband, Mike, have four boys.

Jeannie Cunnion is the author of Parenting the Wholehearted Child and Mom Set Free, as well as a frequent speaker at women’s conferences and parenting events around the country. She holds a Master’s degree in social work, and her writing has been featured on outlets such as the TODAY show, Fox News, The 700 Club, and Focus on the Family. Jeannie and her husband, Mike, have four boys.

Part 1: Your Childs Faith with Jeannie Cunnion (Ep 42)

Lysa TerKeurst

Lysa TerKeurst is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Uninvited as well as 21 other books. As president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, Lysa and her staff are passionate about teaching the Word of God in ways that get people excited to live the Bible out loud. With their First 5 app and Encouragement for Today devotions, millions of people are studying God’s Word every day with Lysa and her team. Lysa writes from her sticky farm table and lives with her family in North Carolina. Connect with her at www.LysaTerKeurst.com or on social media @LysaTerKeurst.   In this episode:  Lysa shares very practical tips and encouragement, for how we can implement and guide our kids in the area of faith. She goes through each stage from toddlers to elementary to middle school to teens and beyond. Lysa challenges us to ask, "When do our kids need comfort vs correction?" Ask the Holy Spirit for guidance and leading on this. We discuss the middle school years for our girls. Lysa challenges us to questions, "Are they pushing me away because they actually want me to pull them close? Which is it? Sometimes 'go away' means 'hold me close'." Remind your girls - "You are an amazing gift to me. You are the exact child that I asked God for. He gave me so much more than I asked. You are worth good friends and good relationships. No matter win or lose - I love you forever." How to pray more words for your girls than you speak about them or with them. 

Lysa TerKeurst is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Uninvited as well as 21 other books. As president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, Lysa and her staff are passionate about teaching the Word of God in ways that get people excited to live the Bible out loud. With their First 5 app and Encouragement for Today devotions, millions of people are studying God’s Word every day with Lysa and her team. Lysa writes from her sticky farm table and lives with her family in North Carolina. Connect with her at <a href="http://www.lysaterkeurst.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.LysaTerKeurst.com</a> or on social media @LysaTerKeurst. In this episode: <ul> <li>Lysa shares very practical tips and encouragement, for how we can implement and guide our kids in the area of faith. She goes through each stage from toddlers to elementary to middle school to teens and beyond.</li> <li>Lysa challenges us to ask, "When do our kids need comfort vs correction?" Ask the Holy Spirit for guidance and leading on this.</li> <li>We discuss the middle school years for our girls. Lysa challenges us to questions, "Are they pushing me away because they actually want me to pull them close? Which is it? Sometimes 'go away' means 'hold me close'."</li> <li>Remind your girls - "You are an amazing gift to me. You are the exact child that I asked God for. He gave me so much more than I asked. You are worth good friends and good relationships. No matter win or lose - I love you forever."</li> <li>How to pray more words for your girls than you speak about them or with them.</li> </ul>

How To Raise Girls To Know and Love God with Lysa TerKeurst (Ep 20)

Gilbert Ravella

Rachel Faulkner Brown

On this Memorial Day, we are honoring our fallen heroes - and the families they leave behind. Ginger Gilbert Ravella and Rachel Faulkner Brown share their stories of walking the widow's journey and how to walk children through the stages and seasons of grief Visit treasuredgirlz.com to connect with these amazing women and their ministries to support other widows.

On this Memorial Day, we are honoring our fallen heroes - and the families they leave behind. Ginger Gilbert Ravella and Rachel Faulkner Brown share their stories of walking the widow's journey and how to walk children through the stages and seasons of grief Visit <a href="http://treasuredgirlz.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">treasuredgirlz.com</a> to connect with these amazing women and their ministries to support other widows.

The Widow's Journey with Ginger Gilbert Ravella and Rachel Faulkner Brown (Ep 84)

Kirsten is a disciple, mommy of seven and wife to Benjamin Watson (retired NFL football player after 16 seasons). Together, they founded the One More Foundation devoted to spreading the love and hope of Christ to One More soul by meeting real needs, promoting education and providing enrichment opportunities. You can learn more about the Watson family at thewatsonseven.com or follow Kirsten at @_kirstenwatson_.

Kirsten is a disciple, mommy of seven and wife to Benjamin Watson (retired NFL football player after 16 seasons). Together, they founded the One More Foundation devoted to spreading the love and hope of Christ to One More soul by meeting real needs, promoting education and providing enrichment opportunities. You can learn more about the Watson family at <a href="http://thewatsonseven.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thewatsonseven.com</a> or follow Kirsten at @_kirstenwatson_.

Mothering 7 Kids Through 16 NFL Seasons with Kirsten Watson (Ep 85)

Wendy Henderson

Wendy Henderson has been married to her amazing husband Jeff for 23 years.  Jeff is the pastor of Gwinnett Church, a campus of North Point Ministries.  They have two children, their daughter Jesse and son Cole.  Jesse is in her Junior year at Samford University and Cole is in his Senior year of high school.  Wendy has been a stay-at-home mom for almost 21 years now and has learned a lot along the way.  What she hasn’t learned from real life parenting experiences, she sought out through mentors and reflecting on the parenting of her own parents and Jeff’s parents.  Wendy is a self proclaimed Karaoke icon, who loves coffee shops, traveling when she can and time with friends and family.   Enjoy this fun chat with Wendy and her daughter Jesse on friendship!

Wendy Henderson has been married to her amazing husband Jeff for 23 years.  Jeff is the pastor of <a href="http://gwinnettchurch.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gwinnett Church</a>, a campus of North Point Ministries.  They have two children, their daughter Jesse and son Cole.  Jesse is in her Junior year at Samford University and Cole is in his Senior year of high school.  Wendy has been a stay-at-home mom for almost 21 years now and has learned a lot along the way.  What she hasn’t learned from real life parenting experiences, she sought out through mentors and reflecting on the parenting of her own parents and Jeff’s parents.  Wendy is a self proclaimed Karaoke icon, who loves coffee shops, traveling when she can and time with friends and family. Enjoy this fun chat with Wendy and her daughter Jesse on friendship!

Mother Daughter Chat with Jesse and Wendy Henderson (Ep 68)

Kate Allen

JENNIE ALLEN is the founder and visionary behind IF:Gathering, an organization that equips women with gospel-centered resources, events, and community so they may learn more about who God is and dis­ciple others. Through simulcast and live events, IF has reached more than one million women in nearly two hundred countries and has seven thousand women leading in-person gatherings around the world.  A sought-after speaker, Allen has taught at Women of Faith, Catalyst, Q Conference, and SEND (North American Mission Board), as well as in some of the largest churches in North America. She is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and the national bestseller Nothing to Prove. She is also the host of the new “Made for This” podcast, which has already 2 million downloads in six months. Allen has a master’s degree in biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. She and her husband, Zac, live in Dallas, Texas, with their children. For more information, visit www.jennieallen.com.

JENNIE ALLEN is the founder and visionary behind IF:Gathering, an organization that equips women with gospel-centered resources, events, and community so they may learn more about who God is and dis­ciple others. Through simulcast and live events, IF has reached more than one million women in nearly two hundred countries and has seven thousand women leading in-person gatherings around the world.  A sought-after speaker, Allen has taught at Women of Faith, Catalyst, Q Conference, and SEND (North American Mission Board), as well as in some of the largest churches in North America. She is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and the national bestseller Nothing to Prove. She is also the host of the new “Made for This” podcast, which has already 2 million downloads in six months. Allen has a master’s degree in biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. She and her husband, Zac, live in Dallas, Texas, with their children. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.jennieallen.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.jennieallen.com</a>.

Mother Daughter Chat with Jennie and Kate Allen (Ep 75)

Vicki Courtney

Vicki Courtney is a national speaker to women of all ages and the best-selling author of numerous books and Bible studies including, Move On, Ever After, 5 Conversations You Must Have With Your Daughter, and 5 Conversations You Must Have With Your Son. She is a two-time ECPA Christian Book Award winner and has appeared on CNN and Fox News as a youth culture commentator. Vicki got her start in ministry in 1998 when she launched an event for college women for the purpose of encouraging them to base their worth and identity in Christ rather than the culture’s shallow standards. The event eventually expanded to reach teen and even, tween girls, and it wasn’t long before a movement began. Now an empty-nester, Vicki has transitioned her ministry to adult women, but her ministry vision continues with a renewed passion to see women discover their worth in Christ and in turn, point others to a life-changing gospel. Vicki and her husband, Keith, reside in Austin, Texas and are the proud parents of three grown children, two daughter-in-laws and a son-in-law. They also have three grandsons and a granddaughter and are blessed to have all their children living nearby in Austin and Houston. More information about Vicki can be found at VickiCourtney.com.

Vicki Courtney is a national speaker to women of all ages and the best-selling author of numerous books and Bible studies including, Move On, Ever After, 5 Conversations You Must Have With Your Daughter, and 5 Conversations You Must Have With Your Son. She is a two-time ECPA Christian Book Award winner and has appeared on CNN and Fox News as a youth culture commentator. Vicki got her start in ministry in 1998 when she launched an event for college women for the purpose of encouraging them to base their worth and identity in Christ rather than the culture’s shallow standards. The event eventually expanded to reach teen and even, tween girls, and it wasn’t long before a movement began. Now an empty-nester, Vicki has transitioned her ministry to adult women, but her ministry vision continues with a renewed passion to see women discover their worth in Christ and in turn, point others to a life-changing gospel. Vicki and her husband, Keith, reside in Austin, Texas and are the proud parents of three grown children, two daughter-in-laws and a son-in-law. They also have three grandsons and a granddaughter and are blessed to have all their children living nearby in Austin and Houston. More information about Vicki can be found at <a href="http://vickicourtney.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VickiCourtney.com</a>.

5 Conversations You Must Have With Your Daughter (Pt 2) with Vicki Courtney (Ep 50)

Karen Ehman

Karen Ehman is a New York Times bestselling author, a Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker, and a writer for Encouragement For Today, an online devotional that reaches over 4 million users daily. She has written 14 books and Bible studies including KEEP IT SHUT: What to Say, How to Say It; When to Say Nothing at All and Keep Showing Up: How to Stay Crazy in Love You’re your Love Drives You Crazy. Karen has been featured on numerous media outlets including TODAY Parents, FoxNews.com, Redbook.com, Crosswalk.com, and HomeLife Magazine. Her passion is to help women to live their priorities as they reflect the gospel to a watching world. Married to her college sweetheart, Todd, and the mother of three, she enjoys collecting vintage kitchenware, cheering for the Detroit Tigers, and feeding the many people who gather around her kitchen island for a taste of Mama Karen's cooking. Connect with her at karenehman.com.

Karen Ehman is a New York Times bestselling author, a Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker, and a writer for Encouragement For Today, an online devotional that reaches over 4 million users daily. She has written 14 books and Bible studies including KEEP IT SHUT: What to Say, How to Say It; When to Say Nothing at All and Keep Showing Up: How to Stay Crazy in Love You’re your Love Drives You Crazy. Karen has been featured on numerous media outlets including TODAY Parents, <a href="http://FoxNews.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FoxNews.com</a>, <a href="http://Redbook.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Redbook.com</a>, <a href="http://Crosswalk.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crosswalk.com</a>, and HomeLife Magazine. Her passion is to help women to live their priorities as they reflect the gospel to a watching world. Married to her college sweetheart, Todd, and the mother of three, she enjoys collecting vintage kitchenware, cheering for the Detroit Tigers, and feeding the many people who gather around her kitchen island for a taste of Mama Karen's cooking. Connect with her at <a href="http://karenehman.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">karenehman.com</a>.

Let's Get Real on Marriage (Part 1) with Karen Ehman (Ep 53)

Jodie Berndt

Jodie Berndt is the author of nine books, including the bestselling Praying the Scriptures series for Children, Teens, and Adult Children. A speaker, Bible teacher, and former television personality, Jodie’s heart is to equip parents to lead lives marked by purpose, grace, and joy. Find Jodie’s blogs, videos, and printable prayer resources at jodieberndt.com or follow her on Instagram @jodie_berndt. She and her husband, Robbie, have four adult children.    

Jodie Berndt is the author of nine books, including the bestselling Praying the Scriptures series for Children, Teens, and Adult Children. A speaker, Bible teacher, and former television personality, Jodie’s heart is to equip parents to lead lives marked by purpose, grace, and joy. Find Jodie’s blogs, videos, and printable prayer resources at <a href="http://jodieberndt.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jodieberndt.com</a> or follow her on Instagram @jodie_berndt. She and her husband, Robbie, have four adult children.

How to Pray Using Scripture with Jodie Berndt (Ep 82)

Courtney DeFeo

Courtney DeFeo, founder of Treasured Girlz, shares some encouragement and guidance around the topic of EMOTIONS. In addition, she gives some practical tips for those walking their daughters through the Treasured Study and what to expect for Session 3: Emotions. 

Courtney DeFeo, founder of Treasured Girlz, shares some encouragement and guidance around the topic of EMOTIONS. In addition, she gives some practical tips for those walking their daughters through the Treasured Study and what to expect for Session 3: Emotions.

Her Emotions with Courtney DeFeo (Ep 63)

Jeremy Cowart

Jeremy Cowart is an award-winning photographer, artist, and entrepreneur whose goal in life is to use his creative platform to inspire and help others. Jeremy is a sought-after speaker, having presented at TEDx, the United Nations and creative conferences across the country. His latest endeavor is The Purpose Hotel, a planned global for profit hotel chain designed to fuel the work of not-for-profit organizations. He’s also the founder of a global photography movement, Help-Portrait and an online teaching platform, See University. The story of all of these projects is told in his brand new book “I’m Possible: Jumping into Fear and Discovering a Life of Purpose. He lives in Franklin, TN with his wife and four children.

Jeremy Cowart is an award-winning photographer, artist, and entrepreneur whose goal in life is to use his creative platform to inspire and help others. Jeremy is a sought-after speaker, having presented at TEDx, the United Nations and creative conferences across the country. His latest endeavor is <a href="http://thepurposehotel.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Purpose Hotel</a>, a planned global for profit hotel chain designed to fuel the work of not-for-profit organizations. He’s also the founder of a global photography movement, <a href="http://help-portrait.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Help-Portrait</a> and an online teaching platform, <a href="http://seeuniversity.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">See University</a>. The story of all of these projects is told in his brand new book “<a href="http://possiblebook.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I’m Possible: Jumping into Fear and Discovering a Life of Purpose</a>. He lives in Franklin, TN with his wife and four children.

Raising Creative Children with Jeremy Cowart (Ep 83)

Candace Cameron Bure

Candace Cameron Bure excels in just about every lane of media that exists with exceptional kindness and inspirational grace. America first fell in love with Candace on the hit series “Full House,” in which she played DJ Tanner. After she left the entertainment industry temporarily behind to focus on raising her three children, she silenced naysayers who warned her time away was career suicide with a triumphant return that has included co-hosting “The View,” starring in and producing movies for the Hallmark Channel, reprising her childhood role in “Fuller House,” becoming a finalist on Season 18 of “Dancing with the Stars,” and so much more. A New York Times bestselling author of books on an array of topics from fashion and faith to fitness and family, Candace released two books in 2018: KIND IS THE NEW CLASSY: THE POWER OF LIVING GRACIOUSLY and CANDACE CENTER STAGE. For more information, please visit CandaceCameronBure.net

Candace Cameron Bure excels in just about every lane of media that exists with exceptional kindness and inspirational grace. America first fell in love with Candace on the hit series “Full House,” in which she played DJ Tanner. After she left the entertainment industry temporarily behind to focus on raising her three children, she silenced naysayers who warned her time away was career suicide with a triumphant return that has included co-hosting “The View,” starring in and producing movies for the Hallmark Channel, reprising her childhood role in “Fuller House,” becoming a finalist on Season 18 of “Dancing with the Stars,” and so much more. A New York Times bestselling author of books on an array of topics from fashion and faith to fitness and family, Candace released two books in 2018: KIND IS THE NEW CLASSY: THE POWER OF LIVING GRACIOUSLY and CANDACE CENTER STAGE. For more information, please visit <a href="http://candacecameronbure.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CandaceCameronBure.net</a>

Kind Is The  New Classy with Candace Cameron Bure (Ep 35)

Kristi McIntosh

Shannon Herman

Our daughters will all deal with body images issues just like their moms. And we want to lead them well in this area. This can be such a hard topic for us moms. There can be fear and struggles. Join health coach Kristi McIntosh and counselor Shannon Herman as we discuss this super important issue. All links and information at TreasuredGirlz.com

Our daughters will all deal with body images issues just like their moms. And we want to lead them well in this area. This can be such a hard topic for us moms. There can be fear and struggles. Join health coach Kristi McIntosh and counselor Shannon Herman as we discuss this super important issue. All links and information at <a href="http://TreasuredGirlz.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TreasuredGirlz.com</a>

Part 1: Health and Body Image with Kristi McIntosh and Shannon Herman (Ep 44)

Kelli McBrayer

Kelli McBrayer is one of Courtney's best friends in the world and one amazing mom of two girls. She's a proud wife to Blake, a teacher and loves her home and her community. She's southern as can be, with a tea and monogram nearby at all times. She's the kind of neighbor you love to know and is there for you no matter what. Some of her most memorable food that our family loves for her to bring ... is her USA flag cake, cheese ball with crackers,  chicken salad and oreo surprise. 

Kelli McBrayer is one of Courtney's best friends in the world and one amazing mom of two girls. She's a proud wife to Blake, a teacher and loves her home and her community. She's southern as can be, with a tea and monogram nearby at all times. She's the kind of neighbor you love to know and is there for you no matter what. Some of her most memorable food that our family loves for her to bring ... is her USA flag cake, cheese ball with crackers,  chicken salad and oreo surprise.

All Things Summer with Kelli McBrayer (Ep 55)

Andrea Evans

Andrea J. Evans loves Jesus with all her heart. She is the wife of Sean Evans and the mom of three children or three “wonderfuls” as she calls them. They are 14, 12, and 10 years old. Let’s just say her life is pretty full with a teenage boy and two tween girls. She considers her children as one of her greatest gifts from the Lord. Andrea has been married to Sean for almost twenty years. Andrea loves to write poetry and has been published in two books, Life Happens But You Can Finish by Dr. Draper and Dr. Love-Manning and God’s Girl by Wynter Pitts. Andrea loves to encourage other women to live to their fullest potential. She values relationships with other women and works hard to cultivate them. She and Sean also have served together in marriage ministry for the past 15 years. She is an east coast girl who has been planted in the DFW area. Andrea says, “She’s not sure what God is up to, but she knows it has to be something big.”

Andrea J. Evans loves Jesus with all her heart. She is the wife of Sean Evans and the mom of three children or three “wonderfuls” as she calls them. They are 14, 12, and 10 years old. Let’s just say her life is pretty full with a teenage boy and two tween girls. She considers her children as one of her greatest gifts from the Lord. Andrea has been married to Sean for almost twenty years. Andrea loves to write poetry and has been published in two books, Life Happens But You Can Finish by Dr. Draper and Dr. Love-Manning and God’s Girl by Wynter Pitts. Andrea loves to encourage other women to live to their fullest potential. She values relationships with other women and works hard to cultivate them. She and Sean also have served together in marriage ministry for the past 15 years. She is an east coast girl who has been planted in the DFW area. Andrea says, “She’s not sure what God is up to, but she knows it has to be something big.”

How Does She Do It? with Andrea Evans (Ep 41)

Amy Rainer

Amy grew up in Atlanta, Georgia and spent “the best four years of her life” on the plains as an Auburn Tiger. She has spent time in the classroom teaching kindergarten, second grade and third grade. In addition to her classroom teaching career, she has also taught etiquette classes for both boys and girls. After 20 years in the classroom and 19 years teaching etiquette classes, Amy says, “I love teaching children some of the basic rules of etiquette, but I know that helping them develop their inside character is what matters most. I want to join with parents in helping children understand that while it is important to know how to act in social situations, nothing can replace kindness, compassion and gentleness.” She began working on developing a curriculum that integrated etiquette AND the character qualities found in Colossians 3:12. Her hope is that each lesson will help children and teens learn the basics of proper etiquette while also helping them incorporate these qualities in their lives (and she finds that SHE needs the reminder as much as the students do!) In addition to teaching weekly etiquette classes for children and tweens, Amy writes articles for magazines and speaks to groups of all ages. She has most recently developed a series of online etiquette courses for “in home” use, as well as a “large group curriculum” that teachers can purchase to create their own business opportunity. For more information about Amy’s programs or to view her online curriculum offerings, visit www.etiquettewithmissamy.com. Amy and her husband, Jay, live in Mountain Brook, Alabama. They also share their home with three teenagers, one cat and two shaggy dogs. 

Amy grew up in Atlanta, Georgia and spent “the best four years of her life” on the plains as an Auburn Tiger. She has spent time in the classroom teaching kindergarten, second grade and third grade. In addition to her classroom teaching career, she has also taught etiquette classes for both boys and girls. After 20 years in the classroom and 19 years teaching etiquette classes, Amy says, “I love teaching children some of the basic rules of etiquette, but I know that helping them develop their inside character is what matters most. I want to join with parents in helping children understand that while it is important to know how to act in social situations, nothing can replace kindness, compassion and gentleness.” She began working on developing a curriculum that integrated etiquette AND the character qualities found in Colossians 3:12. Her hope is that each lesson will help children and teens learn the basics of proper etiquette while also helping them incorporate these qualities in their lives (and she finds that SHE needs the reminder as much as the students do!) In addition to teaching weekly etiquette classes for children and tweens, Amy writes articles for magazines and speaks to groups of all ages. She has most recently developed a series of online etiquette courses for “in home” use, as well as a “large group curriculum” that teachers can purchase to create their own business opportunity. For more information about Amy’s programs or to view her online curriculum offerings, visit <a href="http://www.etiquettewithmissamy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.etiquettewithmissamy.com</a>. Amy and her husband, Jay, live in Mountain Brook, Alabama. They also share their home with three teenagers, one cat and two shaggy dogs.

Etiquette, Manners and Respect with Amy Rainer (Ep 78)

Elisabeth Hasselbeck

Daytime Emmy Award winner Elisabeth Hasselbeck was a co-host on ABC’s The View for a decade before joining the morning lineup as co-host of Fox and Friends in 2013. The author of the New York Times bestseller The G-Free Diet, she is also the creator of NoGii, a line of all-natural gluten-free protein bars. She and her husband, Tim Hasselbeck, an ESPN NFL analyst and former NFL quarterback, have three children, Grace, Taylor, and Isaiah.

Daytime Emmy Award winner Elisabeth Hasselbeck was a co-host on ABC’s The View for a decade before joining the morning lineup as co-host of Fox and Friends in 2013. The author of the New York Times bestseller The G-Free Diet, she is also the creator of NoGii, a line of all-natural gluten-free protein bars. She and her husband, Tim Hasselbeck, an ESPN NFL analyst and former NFL quarterback, have three children, Grace, Taylor, and Isaiah.

Point of View with Elisabeth Hasselbeck (Ep 47)

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