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Made to FlourishS2 EP8. Consistency is KeyOn this episode Ali gives a personal example on how to push through the funk of frustration with her music journey and wanting to quit. She explains how we can be encouraged by the reminder that results take time and it is about being consistent. She gives 6 points along with some bible verses that can help us hang on during the process of being consistent. We can remain faithful to the lord and firm in our faith through the process. When we feel like giving up, together, let us get back up and continue to move forward. 2024-12-3035 minMade to FlourishS2 EP7. Intentional vs. Spontaneous prayer timeOn this episode Ali talks about Intentional prayer along with our throughout the day Spontaneous prayer. She gives about 6 points to help us jump start or pick back up on our prayer life. The verse that carries this episode is Mark 1:35. Use the verse as a guide/example to get away from all the distractions to have some quiet time. Some time carved out of our day to press into Jesus and pray!2024-12-2335 minMade to FlourishS2 EP6. Made in the Image of God!On this Episode Ali talks about a time when she had a hard time viewing others in the image that God created us. She brings up a few points about how we as humans are crafted in Gods image and likeness. How we reflect His image mentally morally and socially. Enjoy!2024-12-1626 minMade to FlourishS2 EP5. Who did God Design you to be?On this episode, Ali tells some personal stories to share with us a part of who God designed her to be in hopes for others to discover a part of who God designed them to be.
There are some things that can hold us back from living out certain parts of who we are. For example: situations we go through that try to hold us back, attacks we may face, or when we experience/feel the opposite of who we are called to be. Listen to this episode to hear her story about how...2024-12-0936 minMade to FlourishS2 EP4. Do we Believe God Hears us?On this Episode Ali asks a few questions. "Do we believe God hears us? Do we believe God knows our hearts? Do we believe He is in the details and takes care of the details?"
She shares some stories and testimonies to help us see that the Lord is a personal God. One who hears us and speaks to us. We can walk away from this episode with confidence and hopefully the ability to answer YES to these questions.2024-10-1430 minMade to FlourishS2 EP3. What does Servanthood Look Like?On this episode Ali talks about servanthood. She asks us to ponder the question "What does Godly servanthood look like?"
She mentions points that can represent some aspects of Godly servanthood... one of the main points is being spirit led in our service and serving others with love while also being dedicated and devoted TO GOD!!! Receiving God's heart for others really helps us serve them well. Let's pray for that together?
We should be careful, so that our self worth does not come from how much we serve or who we serve! What is...2024-09-3032 minMade to FlourishS2 EP 2. Though the Seasons ChangeOn this episode Ali talks about seasons changing and how sometimes it can be challenging to adjust but needed at times. The 2 things that do not change are the Lord's Word and His Love.
Through this episode there is one quote we can hang on to that can be an encouragement to us, when we may need it most, "Though the Seasons Change His Love Remains." An interesting point made with this phrase is that we can use it as a prayer or say it in our daily conversations. "Though the seasons change Your love remains" (when...2024-09-1625 minMade to FlourishS2 EP 1. Fight for Connection in IsolationOn this episode Ali talks about when hardship hits and we experience bad thoughts we should lean on others in our community. We have become more comfortable with being "independent" and walking through life like we are "all good" most of the time. Some people may not know how to be there for us but it is important to be honest and communicate what may be going on.
Connection and relationship building can be a cure for many things (along with building our relationship with Jesus). We can learn to bear each others burdens, to be real...2024-09-0248 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP13. ContentmentOn this episode Ali talks about contentment, this is a topic that is near and dear to her heart. She asks the question "How do we know we are content in the season we're in?" There are a few things we can pay attention to, to recognize if we are present with contentment or itching to run to the next thing. There are things we learn in the stillness when we do not rush rush rush to the next thing. Some of the verses pointed out in this episode are Phil 4:11-12, Hebrews 13:5, and 2 Corinthians 12:9-10. She also suggests to...2024-05-2742 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP12. Not sure what's next? Be Still.On this episode Ali talks about Phil 4:5-7 and what it looks like to run to the father instead of sitting in our anxious feelings and thoughts. When the Lord is trying to speak something to us he tends to bring it up multiple times and for Ali this has been the case with these verses. Join us on this episode with some testimonies and diving deeper into these verses. We will learn why prayer with thanksgiving is so important and to make our request known to the Lord is something we should have confidence in. Why? Because the...2024-05-0644 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP 11. Doing what is right in God's eyesOn this episode Ali asks the question: Are we listening to the Lord and desiring to please Him above all or are we listening to the voices around us to "help" make our decisions?
This question leads to a convicting heart search to realize who we are putting our trust in when deciding and responding in any situation through our lives.
She goes through scripture in the book of Acts: at the end of chapter 4 through the beginning of Acts chapter 5. Through this passage in scripture Ali shares an example of a lie. The lie was not directed to humans...2024-04-2942 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP10. The Joy of ObedienceOn this episode Ali talks makes a few points about how Joy and Obedience blend together. “Obedience produces genuine Joy” in this we have to be willing to abandon our lives and surrender it to the Lord to receive ALL that He has for us!2024-04-2241 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP9. Holiness Devo Part 5On this episode Ali talks about sharing Gods Holiness and how important it is to reflect His Holiness to others. It is also important to check out hearts and see where we are at and how we can surrender and align our hearts to share His holiness with others. She points out a few passages in Ephesians where we can read. She also suggests to mediate on the passages so we can press in and truly walk out the Lord’s Holiness with others! A key verse from this episode is Ephesians 5:1 - to be imitators of God!2024-04-0859 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP8. Holiness Devo Part 4On this episode Ali talks about how we are made to be changed by God's Holiness. There are many things we did before we chose to lay it all down before the Lord (or even may still do). As we gaze upon His Holiness and allow it to transform us we are able to live CHANGED by His Holiness. There are some examples of things we will have to say no to or situations we will have to stay away from/approach in new ways, when wanting to live a life Set Apart for Christ. 2024-04-0149 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP7. Holiness Devo Part 3On this episode Ali talks about Praising our Holy God! She mentions one key thing that we will learn is a life line to our walk with Christ and that is Placing God at the highest Priority in our lives. She gives examples of how she prioritizes her relationship with Jesus. There are some questions to help us gauge where we are at in our walk but she also goes ahead and shares her experience as well, to make it the full experience of walking it our together. She ends with some verses to encourage us all to reflect...2024-03-2543 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP6. Holiness Devo Part 2On this episode Ali talks about recognizing God's Holiness. Remembering to Selah- take a breath and ponder on the scripture. Here we dive deep into what it means to not only know the definition of Holiness but to recognize it, witness it, and be incredibly amazed by His holiness. There are two questions Ali asks us to ponder and answer:
1. Is there something that needs to change in how we think about God?
2. Is there something standing in the way of our recognition of God's holiness?
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Made to FlourishS1 EP5. Holiness Devo Part 1On this episode Ali starts a devotional series on Holiness, this is the first episode out of 5. She focuses on how to get our mind and heart right before reading the word and really meditating on just a couple verses. Lets take some time to really hear the Lords heart on Holiness.2024-03-1118 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP4. Its not about PerformanceOn this episode Ali talks about how performance can easily seep into our servanthood and the way we serve the Lord. She shares a few verses and examples that can help check our hearts and help us ask the question, "am I walking in performance or in true servanthood unto the Lord?"
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Made to FlourishS1 EP3. Remembering our First LoveOn this episode Ali talks about a time when she lost her first love and the Lord kindly carried her through a process of renewing and restoring her first love with our Father God! She also mentions if you have never experienced a relationship with Jesus this is also for YOU! He loves to spend time with us know us and heat us. He is longing for our whole heart!2024-02-1757 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP2. Why Alaska? When we are called to GO!On this Episode Ali talks about how she ended up in Alaska. In life we will be called into some unknowns. It could be that we are called to an unknown place, like Abraham. The beautiful thing is that God knows all things! He leads and guides well. When we step out with obedience even when we cannot see the details or how the dots connect- we can count on the Lord to take care of the rest! He opens the doors we need to walk through. Simple Obedience should be our default. When we lay down our lives...2024-02-0646 min
Made to FlourishS1 EP1. Full Circle ForgivenessOn this Episode Ali talks about forgiveness and how there is nowhere we can run or hide to avoid forgiving someone or a group of people that may have hurt us. He (our papa God) will pursue us and lead to a place where we can deal with what is holding us back. We can either repent from the bitterness we have held onto or continue to walk in it.
As she dives into a testimony that exposed this bitter root, she explains how the Lord is so faithful to prepare us to forgive others. Even those that may h...2024-01-1532 min
Made to FlourishTrailerLearn how Made to Flourish started as you get to know a little bit about Ali and the heart God gave her for this podcast. This can serve as an encouragement and speak to this statement: "when God stirs something in our hearts, He WILL guide us and use us as a vessel for what He spoke to come to life." Even in the dry season aka " the wilderness" Holy Spirit speaks. We are Made to live and experience the abundant life. We are Made to Flourish. First, we are Alive when we are born into this world. Second...2024-01-0310 min