Seeing the Invisible: A Lesson in Compassion
They weren’t really invisible. I could see them across the way as I entered the local Walmart. They just didn’t fit the mold for someone I would stop and engage in a conversation, especially since I’d never seen them in our small town before. Curious about what they were selling, I planned to discreetly check their table […]
The Power of a Question
The Power of a Question Have you ever considered the transformative power of one simple question? It can take you back decades, change the trajectory of your life, or help formulate a corporate strategy. For me, two questions in different settings have been life-changing. The first, “What are you hiding?” And the second, “What […]
175: How is God Using You to Make an Impact?
Main Points From the Show Do you long to make an impact in the world? Do you question whether God can use you? In this episode of Longing for More, special guest Jessica Klassen shares her journey of creating a unique approach to making an impact, and we’ll dive deep into how God has guided […]
173: Walking in Obedience in the Hard Seasons of Life
Main Points From the Show In this amazing episode of “Longing for More,” we visit with the wonderful Jodi Howe, host of the podcast Air That I Breath, speaker, worship leader, and new author. We talked about how in this time when Satan is actively impacting every area of life, it is even more important […]
170: Where Will Your Faith Journey Take You?
Main Points From the Show Just like everyone’s DNA is different, everyone’s faith journey is different. We have diverse experiences, beliefs, and backgrounds. We get to choose what course we will take, and our choices impact our path. It’s an incredible gift that we can all end up in the same place with entirely different […]
163: Unvarnished Faith–Love with a Servant’s Heart
Our faith intersects with life experiences every day. This conversation with author Bill Yoh emphasizes how faith should be embraced and how it can serve as a guide to having great relationships. In it, Bill encourages us to pursue service and connection with those around us and to strive for unity rather than division. Bill […]
160: Equipped for More
Living our faith daily can be challenging at times. We know why we should, but sometimes knowing HOW to do it can seem daunting. In this SPECIAL EPISODE, we explore Vona’s new book, Equipped for More. Join author and coach Dana Lyons as she interviews Vona to give you an inside look at the book […]
159: Are You Really Ready?
When preparing for Advent, we typically focus on preparing our homes by decorating, baking, wrapping gifts, and preparing meals. But how much time do we invest in preparing our hearts for the Advent of Jesus’ return? In this episode, we explore letting go of expectations and trusting God when things don’t go as planned. You’ll […]
157: Keep Taking the Shots
Every sports fan knows you keep shooting shots on goal at every opportunity. When you think about it, it’s that way with our faith, too. We love others, share our stories, and show kindness even if we occasionally miss the mark. We keep going even if we don’t see the results we want. In this […]
155: Finding Beauty Along the Way
Life’s journey is full of ups and downs. In this episode, Vona shares parts of a longer conversation about the gift of finding beauty amid trials in life. Though this conversation is specifically about breast cancer in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it is an opportunity to discover beauty in every challenge we face. Listen […]