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Grace To GatherAn Empty VesselIn this episode of the Grace to Gather podcast, we discuss the importance of being an empty vessel, examining the heart, and creating space to experience true physical, spiritual, and emotional wellness. What’s holding you back from living life to the fullest?2025-04-0237 minGrace To GatherEmotional WellnessDo not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Phil 4:6. Emotions play a strong part in all of our lives and can take us on a roller coaster ride if we aren’t focusing on the right things. In this week's episode, we are going to remind ourselves of the importance of focusing on God’s promises in the midst of emotional circumstances.2025-03-2638 minGrace To GatherPhysical WellnessIn this week's episode of the Grace To Gather podcast, we’re sharing our thoughts on physical wellness. Believe it or not, health and fitness have been a significant part of our lives for much of our journey. This week, we'll be discussing some of the things we believe help us maintain our physical well-being.*We apologize for the audio quality of this episode, there were technical difficulties*Medical DisclaimerThe information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or tr...2025-03-1942 minGrace To GatherSpiritual WellnessThe Apostle Paul tells us in 1 Timothy 4:8 that “physical training is of some value, but godliness (or spiritual training) is of value in everything and in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and the life to come. This week, we are going to talk about being spiritually well. How making sure to spend quality time seeking God and being in His word daily is of great benefit for our whole being.2025-03-1233 minGrace To GatherDealing With BurnoutBURN-OUT: exhaustion of physical or emotional strength or motivation, usually as a result of prolonged stress, or frustration. I’m sure that all of us have felt this way at some point in our life, especially over the last four years or so. In today’s episode, we are going to talk about the best ways to deal with that “burned out” feeling.2025-03-0535 minGrace To GatherSeason 8 PremierWelcome to Season 8 of the Grace to Gather podcast. This season we are going to focus on the importance of physical, mental, and spiritual health. Let’s face it, when we are depleted in any of these areas, it can make hospitality and serving others feel like a chore. But when we take care of ourselves it enables us to pour into others with love and grace2025-02-2624 minGrace To GatherSeason Seven FinaleIt’s time for the season 7 finale! This week, following the election, we will discuss the importance of knowing where your hope comes from. We don't find our hope in any political party or politician, our hope is in Jesus Christ and Him alone. And it’s our job to spread that hope to the watching world through practicing hospitality, loving one another, and caring for others.2024-11-1331 minGrace To GatherA Seat at the TableIn this week's episode, entitled “A Seat at the Table”, we are going to discuss the significance of the different “table settings” described throughout the Bible. And how your table setting can bring honor and glory to the One who invites you to a seat at His!The sources from this episode:https://leadmin.org/articlesarchive/tables-in-the-biblehttp://www.messianicgoodnews.org/part-4-the-bread-of-the-presence/2024-11-0636 minGrace To GatherWhy it's Important to Care for PeopleIn this week's episode, we are going to talk about some of the biblical mandates for caring for others. And some of the reasons and excuses why we sometimes find that hard to do.2024-10-3036 minGrace To GatherCan Politics and Hospitality get Along?Well, this week's episode is either going to lose us some followers or gain us some followers. But we feel like the issue is too important not to speak out. We are going to be talking about the upcoming elections, the importance of voting, and the importance of loving those around you who may have different political views2024-10-2347 minGrace To GatherLet’s Talk About InflationWe know that in the midst of the current high inflation in our nation, the idea of practicing hospitality and helping others can seem daunting. Giving to others when you yourself are having a difficult time making ends meet can be scary. Today, we are going to talk about some simple ways of serving others in your community that wont break your budget.Azure Standard- https://www.azurestandard.com/Samaritans Purse- https://www.samaritanspurse.org/2024-10-1636 minGrace To GatherThinking Outside of the BoxIf you are a Christ follower and really study Gods word, there is nothing going on in the world today that should surprise you. Prophesies in the books of Isaiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, and many others including Revelations all talk about the things that are happening today. Jesus himself told us what would happen as we got closer to His return. In this weeks episode we are going to talk about extending hospitality and loving one another in times of trouble.2024-10-0941 minGrace To GatherDoes it Have to be Fancy? (5 Ways to Make it Simple)There is a difference between fancy and well-thought-out when it comes to hospitality. Making a plan and doing just a little extra will make your guests feel appreciated and cared for. Don’t try to be something you’re not, just be yourself. Do what you enjoy, and do it to the best of your ability.2024-10-0236 minGrace To GatherActive Rest and Time for Laughter (Choosing Community Despite the Situation)Hospitality is not a restful activity for the host, and it often requires personal sacrifice. The key is to find rest and fulfillment within the act of serving others. We will discuss this and more on this week's episode of Grace to Gather.2024-09-2539 minGrace To GatherUsing What We HaveWhat is in your hand? When it comes to practicing hospitality, it doesn’t have to be extravagant or perfect. Just use what you have. Because it’s not about the silverware or candlesticks, it’s about you being you and having a heart to serve others. None of us are perfect and certainly don't live in a perfect world. So relax, nobody is looking for perfection.2024-09-1836 minGrace To GatherLiving Out of Your Comfort ZoneTrue community requires us to step out of our comfort zone, for some more than others. Most of us desire normal, routine, comfort, and safety. But stepping out of those areas and into hospitality through serving others can pay huge dividends by drawing us closer to God and to others.2024-09-1133 minGrace To GatherWho's in Your Community?Your first and most important community is your immediate family. But did you know that most people spend more time with the people they work with than their own family? So, how do we reach those people outside of our immediate circle? We will discuss this and more in this week's episode of Grace to Gather.2024-09-0429 minGrace To GatherWhy HospitalityThis week we are going back to the real meaning of hospitality, and why it is so important. We live in a world that is more connected than at any time in history, through electronics and social media. However, this lack of actual physical contact and communication has left people feeling lonely and isolated. With a deep hunger and need for true community. 2024-08-2827 minGrace To GatherWe All Teach Someone, Some ThingEvery one of us has some kind of influence on other people, whether we like it or not. Good or bad. The question is, are we being intentional about the type of influence we are having? This week, we are talking about the importance of mentoring others—especially the younger generations. 2024-08-2133 minGrace To GatherSeason 7 PremierCan’t believe that we are starting our 4th year of the GTG podcast! We hope you enjoy this season as we get back to the basics of hospitality and duplication through mentoring others. 2024-08-1429 minGrace To GatherSeason 6 FinaleThank you for joining us on GTG this season. We hope that it has been as much of a blessing to you as it has been for us. In this season finale, we will recap what it means to be led by the Spirit and the fruit that He produces in our lives as we seek God and His Kingdom. 2024-05-0821 minGrace To GatherSelf ControlThis week on GTG we will be talking about the final Fruit of the Spirit as listed in Galatians chapter 5: self-control. And one of the main ways to exhibit self-control in hospitality is to control how we speak. James tells us that if we could control our tongues, then we would be able to control everything else and be perfect in every way. 2024-05-0225 minGrace To GatherSelf ControlThis week on GTG we will be talking about the final Fruit of the Spirit as listed in Galatians chapter 5: self-control. And one of the main ways to exhibit self-control in hospitality is to control how we speak. James tells us that if we could control our tongues, then we would be able to control everything else and be perfect in every way. 2024-05-0112 minGrace To GatherGentlenessGentleness is the action of being kind and considerate. In this episode of Grace to Gather we dig into what the Bible says about the spiritual fruit of gentleness and how we apply it in our lives and the practice of hospitality. 2024-04-2415 minGrace To GatherFaithfulnessFor we live by faith, not by sight. 2 Cor 5:7 Biblical faithfulness requires belief in what the Bible says about God, His existence, His works, and His character. Faithfulness is a fruit of the Spirit. It is the result of the Spirit working in us. But the Spirit is also our seal of faithfulness. He is our witness to God’s promise that if we accept the truth about God, He will save us. 2024-04-1721 minGrace To GatherGoodessWhat does it mean to have a spirit of goodness? Today we are going to be talking about a heart condition of goodness, like that of the Father, when putting good deeds into action and interacting with others.2024-04-1017 minGrace To GatherKindnessThis week on the podcast we are going to be talking about the fruit of kindness. And Neva is going to be very honest that this is an area that we both can struggle in. Because we both process information through logic rather than our feelings, we can often come across as sounding harsh or unkind. Something that we both very much need the help of the Holy Spirit to work on in us.2024-04-0325 minGrace To GatherPatience: They Say That You Shouldn’t Pray for ItIn today's episode, we are going to be talking about the attribute of patience. I’ve heard it said that you shouldn’t pray for patience, because God will then put you into situations where you need it. When dealing with people or waiting on God to answer your prayers, patience is definitely a virtue. But why is it so hard to put patience into practice?2024-03-2729 minGrace To GatherPeace of Mind and HeartWhat did Jesus mean when He said “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.”John 14:27 NLTTune in this week as we discuss the difference between “world peace” and “inner peace”. And how we can find peace even in the midst of chaos and stressful situations.2024-03-2033 minGrace To GatherFinding JoyWebster's dictionary defines joy as the emotion of great delight or happiness caused by something exceptionally good or satisfying. This week we are going to discuss how to have joy that cannot be taken away even in the midst of your circumstances. And how we can live in a victorious mindset, rather than a victim mindset, by keeping our focus on the One who is exceptionally good and satisfying. 2024-03-1322 minGrace To GatherWhat is Love?This week on GTG we are going to dive into the first Fruit of the Spirit: Love. And as we read through 1 Corinthians 13, God clearly defines what it means to love someone. 2024-03-0629 minGrace To GatherThe Nature of FruitThis week on GTG we are going to talk about the “nature of fruit”. In Genesis chapter 1 “Then God said, “Let the land sprout with vegetation—every sort of seed-bearing plant, and trees that grow seed-bearing fruit. These seeds will then produce the kinds of plants and trees from which they came.” And that is what happened. The land produced vegetation—all sorts of seed-bearing plants, and trees with seed-bearing fruit. Their seeds produced plants and trees of the same kind. And God saw that it was good.”And in Genesis 1:28 He commanded Noah to be fruitful and mul...2024-02-2827 minGrace To GatherWho Leads YouWho or what is leading you in your life? Is it money, fear, ambition, family, faith? What we have found in our lives is that when we are being led by anything other than the Holy Spirit, it doesn’t often end well. In our own flesh, we can be selfish and stubborn and often want to go our own way, which is most often contrary to what God wants. But when we allow the Holy Spirit to guide and direct us, things generally go a whole lot smoother. 2024-02-2119 minGrace To GatherLove Your Neighbor as Yourself“For the whole law can be summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself “ Galatians 5:14. I once heard someone say “How can you say that you love God if you don’t love your neighbor”. This week we are going to spend some time on practical ways that we can love our neighbors and build community. 2024-02-0931 minGrace To GatherSeason 6 Premiere!Welcome back to Season Six! This season on Grace to Gather we will discuss personal qualities that we can all work on and improve to make hospitality more enjoyable, fun, and impactful!2024-02-0725 minGrace To GatherSeason Five Finale (No Needy People)In this final episode of season 5, we will recap what we have learned while studying Acts chapter 5 and how a true lasting community is formed. We wrap up this season with “No Needy People”2023-11-0123 minGrace To GatherThe Name of JesusThere is power in the Name of Jesus! This week we are going to continue in the book of Acts and also many other scriptures that point to who Jesus is and the power granted to us through His Name and the Holy Spirit.2023-10-2524 min