Shows
Anchor PointsWe Say We Want Feedback, But Do We Really? | Anchor Points with Devin AlmonteWhen was the last time someone told you something you didn’t want to hear?And more importantly, how did you respond?Suggestion boxes used to invite feedback, but today, we’re far less open to it.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores why we resist correction and why Scripture calls it valuable.Why we’ve grown uncomfortable with feedbackHow defensiveness holds us backWhy honest friends are a giftScripture (NIV):Proverbs 27:6 – “Wounds from a friend can be trusted.”💬 Want to talk about it more?When someone...
2026-03-2301 min
Anchor PointsAre Some Prayers Too Small for God? | Anchor Points with Devin AlmonteHave you ever stopped yourself from praying because the request felt too small?Like maybe it wasn’t important enough to bring to God?Sometimes we think prayer is reserved for the big moments. The crises. The major decisions. The life-altering needs.But what about the little things?In this Anchor Point, Devin shares a few simple prayers. Things like hoping a child has someone to sit with at lunch. Asking for a close parking spot when time is tight. Even searching for a very specific Christmas gift for a four-year-old wh...
2026-03-1101 min
InSight OutQuick Update: Changes at InSight Out (And Some Exciting News)There are some exciting updates happening with the InSight Out Podcast, and I wanted to take a moment to share them with you.Right now we’re in a bit of a construction phase—which means some things are shifting behind the scenes as the ministry grows. Nothing is going away. In fact, it’s the opposite. Things are expanding, and I’m excited for what’s ahead.Here are a few quick updates:1. Anchor Points now has its own podcast.If you’ve been listening to the short devotional segments here on the...
2026-03-1001 min
Anchor PointsWhy Chasing God Might Be the Reason You Keep Missing the Target | Anchor Points with Devin AlmonteSometimes the biggest lessons about faith show up in unexpected places. For Devin Almonte, one of those places recently was a clay pigeon shooting range.In this Anchor Point, Devin shares a simple but powerful insight from a shooting lesson. When beginners try to hit a flying target, their instinct is to chase it with their arms. But experienced shooters know that doesn’t work. The only way to hit the target is to align your whole body and move smoothly with it.So many of us try to chase where we think God is wo...
2026-03-1002 min
INSIGHT OUTQuick Update: Changes at InSight Out (And Some Exciting News)There are some exciting updates happening with the InSight Out Podcast, and I wanted to take a moment to share them with you.Right now we’re in a bit of a construction phase—which means some things are shifting behind the scenes as the ministry grows. Nothing is going away. In fact, it’s the opposite. Things are expanding, and I’m excited for what’s ahead.Here are a few quick updates:1. Anchor Points now has its own podcast.If you’ve been listening to the short devotional segments here on the InSight Out feed, they’ve now moved to their...
2026-03-1001 min
Anchor PointsWhy the Small Moments Matter Most: A Shoelace Story | Anchor Points with Devin AlmonteWhat’s one small act of kindness someone has done for you that you never forgot?Not a big, life-changing moment, just something simple that said, “I see you.”Sometimes the most meaningful care we give or receive comes through the smallest moments. Devin Almonte shares about a moment she witnessed on a walk: a husband stopping to kneel down and tie his wife’s shoe.It was simple. Almost invisible. But it carried a powerful reminder about what it looks like to care for one another.In today’s Anchor Point, Dev...
2026-03-0902 min
Anchor PointsWinning the Argument or Protecting the Relationship? | Anchor Points with Devin AlmonteWhat’s the best comeback you’ve ever thought of…five minutes too late?You hang up the phone or walk away from a conversation and suddenly — there it is. The perfect response. The exact words that would have proved your point.But here’s the real question: what do we actually win when we win the argument?We live in a comeback culture. The sharpest response wins. The fastest wit gets the applause. But in today’s Anchor Point, Devin reflects on why the urge to deliver the perfect comeback often reveals something de...
2026-03-0501 min
Anchor PointsThe Noise Is Stealing Your Peace | Anchor Points with Devin AlmonteWhat if the reason you feel restless has nothing to do with your schedule… and everything to do with the noise?Not just loud noise. Not chaos.The constant hum. The dings. The alerts. The background stimulation you barely notice anymore.Casinos use constant sound to keep people engaged and overstimulated. Bells, music, celebratory tones. It keeps people hooked. And while most of us are not sitting at slot machines, we are living in our own version of that environment every single day.From smart speakers responding to commands, to text no...
2026-03-0402 min
Anchor PointsIs the Truth Enough for You? | Anchor Points with Devin AlmonteHave you ever added just a little extra flavor to a story? Maybe it was three cars, but by the time you retold it, it turned into ten.Why do we feel the need to make something sound bigger than it really was?Sometimes exaggeration feels harmless. We just want people to feel the drama. We want the weight of the moment to land. But Devin Almonte shares how this subtle habit reveals something deeper about the condition of our hearts.What’s true is enough.Scripture (NIV):Matthew 5:37 – “All yo...
2026-03-0301 min
Anchor PointsThe Dangerous Gospel of “I Deserve This" | Anchor Points with Devin AlmonteWe live in a world that constantly tells us, “You deserve it.” You worked hard. You’re a good person. You should have the best. But have we ever slowed down and asked…why?In this Anchor Point, Devin Almonte talks about the uncomfortable but life-giving truth that we don’t actually deserve grace, rescue, or perfect outcomes. Not because we’re worthless. But because we live in a broken world. And we are broken.Yet, God gives us His grace.Scripture (NIV):Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of...
2026-03-0202 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points | Ep. 159 | What If Self-Affirmations Are Making It Harder to Hear God?Ever feel like you're saying all the right affirmations, but still coming up empty?That’s the heart of today’s conversation.Devin Almonte recently came across an article titled “50 Self-Affirmations to Help You Stay Motivated Every Day.” At first, the list sounded empowering:“I am successful. I am confident. I am powerful.”But the more she repeated them, the more something felt off.Why didn’t it work? What was missing?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:Why “I am” affirmations left her feeling more pressure, not peaceWhat shifted when she focused on who God is, instead of who she’s trying to...
2026-02-0201 min
InSight OutAnchor Points | Ep. 158 | What If Self-Affirmations Are Making It Harder to Hear God?Ever feel like you're saying all the right affirmations, but still coming up empty?That’s the heart of today’s conversation.Devin Almonte recently came across an article titled “50 Self-Affirmations to Help You Stay Motivated Every Day.” At first, the list sounded empowering:“I am successful. I am confident. I am powerful.”But the more she repeated them, the more something felt off.Why didn’t it work? What was missing?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:Why “I am” affirmations left her feeling more pressure, not p...
2026-02-0201 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points | Ep. 141 | The Best Gift You Can Give This Christmas (And It’s Already Paid For)Who’s on your heart this Christmas?Is there someone in your life you desperately want to know Jesus, but they seem completely uninterested or even hostile to faith?You’re not alone. In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares her own story of once mocking Christians… before becoming one. And she reminds us that no one is too far gone for the love of Christ.We don’t have to argue someone into belief. Instead, we can live it out right in front of them.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:What helped her go from indifference to daily pra...
2025-12-2402 min
InSight OutThe Christmas Gift That Could Change a Life (And It’s Already Paid For)Who’s on your heart this Christmas?Is there someone in your life you desperately want to know Jesus, but they seem completely uninterested or even hostile to faith?You’re not alone. In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares her own story of once mocking Christians… before becoming one. And she reminds us that no one is too far gone for the love of Christ.We don’t have to argue someone into belief. Instead, we can live it out right in front of them.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin...
2025-12-2402 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points | Ep. 140 | What a Broken Christmas Light Taught Me About GratitudeEver feel like you’re unraveling in December? Lights not working, time slipping, everyone around you grumpy… including you?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares a simple moment in a grocery store that sparked a heart shift, reminding us how God gives us the eyes to see differently.In this episode, Devin explores:How busyness can rob our joy (even during the season of joy)Why we often notice others’ attitudes before our ownHow gratitude rewires our experience—anywhere, even in aisle 7A small moment of kindness that reminded her: God is in the detailsScripture (NIV):Psalm 100...
2025-12-2302 min
InSight OutAnchor Points | Ep. 140 | Gratitude from a Broken Christmas LightEver feel like you’re unraveling in December? Lights not working, time slipping, everyone around you grumpy… including you?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares a simple moment in a grocery store that sparked a heart shift, reminding us how God gives us the eyes to see differently.In this episode, Devin explores:How busyness can rob our joy (even during the season of joy)Why we often notice others’ attitudes before our ownHow gratitude rewires our experience—anywhere, even in aisle 7A small moment of kindness that reminded her: God is in the det...
2025-12-2302 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points | Ep. 139 I Couldn’t Keep It to MyselfDo you ever wonder if your “funny video” sharing is a little… too much?Guilty as charged! Devin Almonte shares a moment with her kids that turned into a deeper reflection about why we share joy in the first place and how that connects to our faith.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:Why we instinctively share what brings us joyHow the disciples modeled fearless, joy-filled sharing of the gospelWhat it means to speak freely about our faith—even when we’re unsure how it’ll be receivedScripture (NIV):Acts 4:20 – “We cannot help speaking about what we have seen and hear...
2025-12-2202 min
InSight OutAnchor Points | Ep. 139 I Couldn’t Keep It to MyselfDo you ever wonder if your “funny video” sharing is a little… too much?Guilty as charged! Devin Almonte shares a moment with her kids that turned into a deeper reflection about why we share joy in the first place and how that connects to our faith.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:Why we instinctively share what brings us joyHow the disciples modeled fearless, joy-filled sharing of the gospelWhat it means to speak freely about our faith—even when we’re unsure how it’ll be receivedScripture (NIV):Acts 4:20 –...
2025-12-2202 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points | Ep. 138 | When Your "Kindness" Is Actually ManipulationEver had someone do you a "favor" that was really just them getting what they wanted?Like when someone takes your movie seat and acts like they're being generous by offering you a worse one?That's not kindness. That's something else entirely.Devin Almonte shares a hilarious (and convicting) story about reserved movie seats, manipulative "kindness," and the prayers we shouldn't actually pray. When someone sat in her carefully chosen seats and tried to spin it as doing her a favor, it revealed something we all do more than we'd like to admit.We mask our self-interest as generosity. We...
2025-12-1702 min
InSight OutAnchor Points | Ep. 138 | When Your "Kindness" Is Actually ManipulationEver had someone do you a "favor" that was really just them getting what they wanted?Like when someone takes your movie seat and acts like they're being generous by offering you a worse one?That's not kindness. That's something else entirely.Devin Almonte shares a hilarious (and convicting) story about reserved movie seats, manipulative "kindness," and the prayers we shouldn't actually pray. When someone sat in her carefully chosen seats and tried to spin it as doing her a favor, it revealed something we all do more than we'd like to admit.
2025-12-1702 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points | Ep. 136 | You've Been in Prison This Whole TimeHave you ever thought you needed to "live a little" before fully surrendering to God?Like maybe faith was something to save for later...after the fun years, after you've gotten it all out of your system?That's exactly what today's Anchor Point is about.Devin Almonte shares a lie many of us believe without even realizing it: that following Jesus means locking ourselves away, trading freedom for restriction, adventure for obligation. She shares a powerful moment from early in her sobriety when someone told her she was too young for recovery and should go "live" first.But here's the...
2025-12-1502 min
InSight OutAnchor Points | Ep. 136 | You've Been in Prison This Whole TimeHave you ever thought you needed to "live a little" before fully surrendering to God?Like maybe faith was something to save for later...after the fun years, after you've gotten it all out of your system?That's exactly what today's Anchor Point is about.Devin Almonte shares a lie many of us believe without even realizing it: that following Jesus means locking ourselves away, trading freedom for restriction, adventure for obligation. She shares a powerful moment from early in her sobriety when someone told her she was too young for recovery and...
2025-12-1502 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: When Just Getting Out of Bed Feels Like a WinEver feel like just getting out of bed is a victory?You’re not alone. Whether it’s social anxiety, depression, or just the weight of everyday life, those small steps can feel impossible. Devin Almonte shares from her own journey, especially her early days in NYC when even the smallest moments felt like mountains to climb.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin reflects on:Why small steps matter in our faith walkHow Scripture encourages perseverance even when progress feels invisibleWhat it means to celebrate quiet, steady wins with GodScripture (NIV):Galatians 6:9 — Let us not become weary in doing go...
2025-12-0202 min
InSight OutAnchor Points | Ep. 129 | When Just Getting Out of Bed Feels Like a WinEver feel like just getting out of bed is a victory?You’re not alone. Whether it’s social anxiety, depression, or just the weight of everyday life, those small steps can feel impossible. Devin Almonte shares from her own journey, especially her early days in NYC when even the smallest moments felt like mountains to climb.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin reflects on:Why small steps matter in our faith walkHow Scripture encourages perseverance even when progress feels invisibleWhat it means to celebrate quiet, steady wins with GodScripture (NIV):G...
2025-12-0202 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Why Is God Pointing Me to the Bumpy Road?Ever feel like God is guiding you toward the harder choice?What do you do when the road splits and one path looks clear and easy while the other looks downright daunting?That’s the question Devin Almonte is sitting with today.Instead of instinctively swerving around the potholes, what if God is actually nudging you toward them? Not for the struggle, but for the surrender?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:What it feels like to be led to a path that doesn’t make logical senseHow obedience can ma...
2025-10-1502 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: When God Nudges You Toward the Harder PathEver feel like God is guiding you toward the harder choice?What do you do when the road splits and one path looks clear and easy while the other looks downright daunting?That’s the question Devin Almonte is sitting with today.Instead of instinctively swerving around the potholes, what if God is actually nudging you toward them? Not for the struggle, but for the surrender?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:What it feels like to be led to a path that doesn’t make logical senseHow obedience can matter more than outcomesWhy the bumpy road might hold exactl...
2025-10-1502 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Trading Heavy Rocks for Heaven's Riches. Why We're Afraid to Let Go.What are you holding onto that's actually weighing you down?Ever been afraid to walk into church because you didn't feel "good enough"? Or hesitated to fully surrender to God because you weren't ready to let go of certain parts of your life?There's something ironic about holding onto heavy rocks while God is offering us riches. Yet so many of us do it, clinging to what's familiar, even when it's hurting us. Devin Almonte gets real about her own fears: the fear of going to church, the fear of not being "right-side-up" enough, and...
2025-10-0102 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: Trading Heavy Rocks for Heaven's Riches. Why We're Afraid to Let Go.What are you holding onto that's actually weighing you down?Ever been afraid to walk into church because you didn't feel "good enough"? Or hesitated to fully surrender to God because you weren't ready to let go of certain parts of your life?There's something ironic about holding onto heavy rocks while God is offering us riches. Yet so many of us do it, clinging to what's familiar, even when it's hurting us. Devin Almonte gets real about her own fears: the fear of going to church, the fear of not being "right-side-up" enough, and the fear of giving her...
2025-10-0102 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Do You See God’s Handprints in Your Life?When you see handprints on a window, do you get annoyed or do you smile?Smudges on the car windows can feel like a nuisance…until you see them differently. Devin Almonte shares how her perspective clashed with her mom’s when it came to her son’s handprints, and how this small moment became a much bigger lesson about noticing God’s presence.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:How everyday annoyances can reveal something deeper about gratitudeWhy perspective changes everything when it comes to God’s presenceSimple ways to notice His handprint in...
2025-09-2402 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: Do You See God’s Handprints in Your Life?When you see handprints on a window, do you get annoyed or do you smile?Smudges on the car windows can feel like a nuisance…until you see them differently. Devin Almonte shares how her perspective clashed with her mom’s when it came to her son’s handprints, and how this small moment became a much bigger lesson about noticing God’s presence.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:How everyday annoyances can reveal something deeper about gratitudeWhy perspective changes everything when it comes to God’s presenceSimple ways to notice His handprint in your daily lifeScripture (N...
2025-09-2402 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: How 3 Hours a Day on Your Phone Is Making You SickIf you ate Cheetos for 3 hours every single day, how sick would you feel?Sounds ridiculous, right? Yet most of us are doing something just as harmful without realizing it spending hours a day scrolling, comparing, and numbing ourselves on our phones. Devin Almonte paints a vivid picture of how those “digital Cheetos” eat away at our time and joy, and she offers a better feast for our souls.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:How much time phone scrolling steals from your life (and why it matters)Why what we consume spiritually is jus...
2025-09-2202 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: Are You Eating Digital Cheetos?If you ate Cheetos for 3 hours every single day, how sick would you feel?Sounds ridiculous, right? Yet most of us are doing something just as harmful without realizing it spending hours a day scrolling, comparing, and numbing ourselves on our phones. Devin Almonte paints a vivid picture of how those “digital Cheetos” eat away at our time and joy, and she offers a better feast for our souls.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:How much time phone scrolling steals from your life (and why it matters)Why what we consume spiritually is just as important as what we eat...
2025-09-2202 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: When Faith Feels Like a Highlight ReelEver feel like church is more about smiles than honesty?Like everyone’s living the highlight reel, even when life is anything but?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte looks on something many Christians feel but don’t always say out loud: the pressure to be “okay.” From surface-level smiles to curated conversations, we can start to think there’s no space for brokenness in the body of Christ. But the truth? That’s exactly what Jesus came for.In this episode, Devin shares:Why “positive vibes only” isn’t the same as true hopeWha...
2025-09-1603 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: When Faith Feels Like a Highlight ReelEver feel like church is more about smiles than honesty?Like everyone’s living the highlight reel, even when life is anything but?In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte looks on something many Christians feel but don’t always say out loud: the pressure to be “okay.” From surface-level smiles to curated conversations, we can start to think there’s no space for brokenness in the body of Christ. But the truth? That’s exactly what Jesus came for.In this episode, Devin shares:Why “positive vibes only” isn’t the same as true hopeWhat one woman’s experience with women’s ministry...
2025-09-1603 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: What If You’ve Got the Wrong Impression?Ever met someone and thought, wait... this isn’t what I expected?That’s the tension today’s episode sits in.We live in a world of assumptions, accusations, and snap judgments. Devin Almonte shares a powerful reflection on what happened when she "heard" things about someone and then actually met them. The story she heard didn’t match the man she met.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:What happens when headlines replace truthThe subtle ways we pass on biasA personal story that reveals why we need to pause before we speakHo...
2025-09-1502 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: What If You’ve Got the Wrong Impression?Ever met someone and thought, wait... this isn’t what I expected?That’s the tension today’s episode sits in.We live in a world of assumptions, accusations, and snap judgments. Devin Almonte shares a powerful reflection on what happened when she "heard" things about someone and then actually met them. The story she heard didn’t match the man she met.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:What happens when headlines replace truthThe subtle ways we pass on biasA personal story that reveals why we need to pause before we speakHow John 7:24 challenges us to go deeper than appea...
2025-09-1502 minINSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: Shifting from “I Deserve” to God’s MercyDevin Almonte takes a closer look at the cultural obsession with “deserving” and how Scripture reshapes that mindset. Romans 6:23 reminds us of what we actually deserve and the incredible mercy of what God freely gives instead.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:Why the “I deserve” mindset can quietly distort our faithThe humbling truth of Romans 6:23How gratitude grows when we remember mercy over entitlementScripture (NIV):Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”💬 Want to talk about it more?When was the last time you caught you...
2025-09-0802 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Shifting from “I Deserve” to God’s MercyDevin Almonte takes a closer look at the cultural obsession with “deserving” and how Scripture reshapes that mindset. Romans 6:23 reminds us of what we actually deserve and the incredible mercy of what God freely gives instead.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:Why the “I deserve” mindset can quietly distort our faithThe humbling truth of Romans 6:23How gratitude grows when we remember mercy over entitlementScripture (NIV):Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”💬 Want to talk about it mo...
2025-09-0802 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: First Things First. Why Prioritizing God Changes EverythingEver found your day slipping by without a moment for God?And deeper still… do you ever notice how the tone of your day shifts when you start with Him versus when you don’t? That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.We often rush into our day fueled by coffee, to-do lists, and deadlines—but forget the most important priority of all: time with God. Devin Almonte shares her own experiences of how her best days begin in quiet prayer, and how the rushed ones reveal just how easy it is to push God to the end of the lin...
2025-08-2002 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Why Putting God First Transforms Your DayEver found your day slipping by without a moment for God?And deeper still… do you ever notice how the tone of your day shifts when you start with Him versus when you don’t? That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.We often rush into our day fueled by coffee, to-do lists, and deadlines—but forget the most important priority of all: time with God. Devin Almonte shares her own experiences of how her best days begin in quiet prayer, and how the rushed ones reveal just how easy it is to push God t...
2025-08-2002 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: When You Pray for a Sign… Then Ignore ItEver prayed for a sign… then totally missed it when it showed up in neon?Yeah. Me too.We say we want direction. Clarity. A nudge. But when the moment comes, especially if it’s inconvenient, uncomfortable, or unexpected, we sometimes blink, hesitate, or pretend it’s not for us.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares a moment in her own life when she prayed for an opportunity to share her faith, only to ignore not one, but two clear openings to do so. Why do we do this? What holds us back? And how do we move from hes...
2025-08-0603 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: That Moment You Ask God for a Sign—Then Look AwayEver prayed for a sign… then totally missed it when it showed up in neon?Yeah. Me too.We say we want direction. Clarity. A nudge. But when the moment comes, especially if it’s inconvenient, uncomfortable, or unexpected, we sometimes blink, hesitate, or pretend it’s not for us.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares a moment in her own life when she prayed for an opportunity to share her faith, only to ignore not one, but two clear openings to do so. Why do we do this? What holds us back...
2025-08-0603 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: What If Justice Never Comes?Have you ever been in the right and still left hurting, still waiting for justice?That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point. What do we do when we’ve done nothing wrong, but still carry the pain of loss, injury, or betrayal? How do we respond when justice feels slow—or never arrives at all?In today’s episode, Devin Almonte shares an honest reflection from a situation she’s currently walking through. One where she’s in the right, but justice may not be served—at least not here, not now.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:• H...
2025-08-0402 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: What If Justice Never Comes?Have you ever been in the right and still left hurting, still waiting for justice?That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point. What do we do when we’ve done nothing wrong, but still carry the pain of loss, injury, or betrayal? How do we respond when justice feels slow—or never arrives at all?In today’s episode, Devin Almonte shares an honest reflection from a situation she’s currently walking through. One where she’s in the right, but justice may not be served—at least not here, not now.In today’s Anc...
2025-08-0402 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: When Waiting Feels Like a WildernessEver felt like you were stuck waiting for answers, clarity, or just forward motion?What does it actually mean to “wait on the Lord”?Waiting can feel like wandering in the wilderness, especially when you’ve prayed, planned, and hoped—but the outcome hasn’t come yet. In this episode, Devin Almonte opens up about a season of long-term waiting, filled with delays and detours. But it’s in that space that she discovered something deeper: a call not to passive patience, but to active pursuit of God.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:Why biblical waiting isn’t passiveHow praye...
2025-08-0102 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: When Waiting Feels Like a WildernessEver felt like you were stuck waiting for answers, clarity, or just forward motion?What does it actually mean to “wait on the Lord”?Waiting can feel like wandering in the wilderness, especially when you’ve prayed, planned, and hoped—but the outcome hasn’t come yet. In this episode, Devin Almonte opens up about a season of long-term waiting, filled with delays and detours. But it’s in that space that she discovered something deeper: a call not to passive patience, but to active pursuit of God.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores...
2025-08-0102 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: When a Routine Errand Becomes a Holy AssignmentDo you ever invite someone to run errands with you—or do you prefer to get it done solo?Most of us run errands on autopilot: quick trips, get in, get out. But what if God sees those moments as opportunities for connection and ministry? In this episode, Devin Almonte shares how a casual car ride with her daughter turned into an unexpected moment of vulnerability, depth, and grace. And how sometimes, the most meaningful part comes not at the start, but on the ride home.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores• Why er...
2025-07-3102 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: When a Trip to Target Turns Into MinistryDo you ever invite someone to run errands with you—or do you prefer to get it done solo?Most of us run errands on autopilot: quick trips, get in, get out. But what if God sees those moments as opportunities for connection and ministry? In this episode, Devin Almonte shares how a casual car ride with her daughter turned into an unexpected moment of vulnerability, depth, and grace. And how sometimes, the most meaningful part comes not at the start, but on the ride home.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores• Why errands aren’t just errands—they can be div...
2025-07-3102 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: The Worst Advice I Ever Got And Why I Didn’t Take ItEver been told something that shocked you—and went against everything you believed was right?When Devin Almonte was 21 and newly sober, a man told her to go “have fun” and come back to sobriety later. That moment and her surprising response still sticks with her.Why? Because it revealed a deeper cultural lie: that freedom is found in doing whatever we want, whenever we want. But real freedom? It starts with surrender.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin shares:• A surprising exchange during an AA meeting that challenged her resolve• Why the world often mistakes surrender for imprisonment• How letting go of...
2025-07-2803 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: The Worst Advice I Ever Got And Why I Didn’t Take ItEver been told something that shocked you—and went against everything you believed was right?When Devin Almonte was 21 and newly sober, a man told her to go “have fun” and come back to sobriety later. That moment and her surprising response still sticks with her.Why? Because it revealed a deeper cultural lie: that freedom is found in doing whatever we want, whenever we want. But real freedom? It starts with surrender.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin shares:• A surprising exchange during an AA meeting that challenged her resolve• Why...
2025-07-2803 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: When Sin Becomes a Ceiling LeakEver notice a brown spot on your ceiling and think, “I’ll deal with it later”?And then weeks go by… and it spreads.That’s the heart of today’s devotional.What does a leak have to do with your faith life?More than you might think.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares how a small water stain reminded her of how easily we ignore sin and how quickly it grows when left unchecked.🎧 In this Anchor Point, we’ll hear:• Why spiritual “brown spot...
2025-07-1102 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: When Sin Becomes a Ceiling LeakEver notice a brown spot on your ceiling and think, “I’ll deal with it later”?And then weeks go by… and it spreads.That’s the heart of today’s devotional.What does a leak have to do with your faith life?More than you might think.In today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares how a small water stain reminded her of how easily we ignore sin and how quickly it grows when left unchecked.🎧 In this Anchor Point, we’ll hear:• Why spiritual “brown spots” often go ignored• How sin numbs us with familiarity• Why delayed conviction becomes deeper des...
2025-07-1102 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Life-Giving Scrolls in a Doom-Scrolling WorldWhat fills your feed—truth or toxicity?And deeper still… what are you feeding your soul?That’s what today’s Anchor Point is all about.We’re constantly consuming—stories, headlines, conversations, content—and most of it drains instead of gives life. Devin Almonte opens up about a late-night scroll session that left her discouraged, and how God used that moment to spark a wake-up call: we were made for more than just knowing what’s wrong. We were made to live by what’s good.In today’s Anchor Point, we explore:
2025-07-1003 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: Life-Giving Scrolls in a Doom-Scrolling WorldWhat fills your feed—truth or toxicity?And deeper still… what are you feeding your soul?That’s what today’s Anchor Point is all about.We’re constantly consuming—stories, headlines, conversations, content—and most of it drains instead of gives life. Devin Almonte opens up about a late-night scroll session that left her discouraged, and how God used that moment to spark a wake-up call: we were made for more than just knowing what’s wrong. We were made to live by what’s good.In today’s Anchor Point, we explore:Why doomscrolling damages more than just your moodHow God’s l...
2025-07-1003 min
InSight OutThe InSight Out Show | Ep. 136 | Why We Blame After Tragedy: The Texas FloodWhat do floods, finger-pointing, and the Garden of Eden have in common?Today on Insight Out, Devin Almonte walks through the heartbreaking Texas Hill Country floods and the cultural instinct that followed almost immediately: blame. From climate conspiracies to emergency response failures, we’re quick to demand answers. But what does our reaction really reveal?In this episode, we’ll explore:The timeline of the tragic flooding at Camp MysticWhy we blame before the dust even settles—and how that’s changed over timeWhat grief actually looks like in our modern media ageThe biblical differen...
2025-07-0915 min
INSIGHT OUTSecond Look: Why We Blame After Tragedy: Grief, Control, and the Texas FloodWhat do floods, finger-pointing, and the Garden of Eden have in common?Today on Insight Out, Devin Almonte walks through the heartbreaking Texas Hill Country floods and the cultural instinct that followed almost immediately: blame. From climate conspiracies to emergency response failures, we’re quick to demand answers. But what does our reaction really reveal?In this episode, we’ll explore:The timeline of the tragic flooding at Camp MysticWhy we blame before the dust even settles—and how that’s changed over timeWhat grief actually looks like in our modern media ageThe biblical difference between blame and responsibilityHow to respond...
2025-07-0915 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Are You Missing God Because You Won’t Stop?Ever roll through a stop sign?Sure, it’s quick. But it’s risky.What if your spiritual life looked the same?Today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte connects Psalm 46:10 to a big red stop sign and helps us rethink how we approach God’s presence and plans. Are we rushing through our time with Him or fully stopping to listen?We'll explore:• The 3 types of “stop sign stoppers” and which one God wants us to be• Why a rolling faith can lead to wrong turns• How a full s...
2025-07-0802 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: Are You Missing God Because You Won’t Stop?Ever roll through a stop sign?Sure, it’s quick. But it’s risky.What if your spiritual life looked the same?Today’s Anchor Point, Devin Almonte connects Psalm 46:10 to a big red stop sign and helps us rethink how we approach God’s presence and plans. Are we rushing through our time with Him or fully stopping to listen?We'll explore:• The 3 types of “stop sign stoppers” and which one God wants us to be• Why a rolling faith can lead to wrong turns• How a full stop can recalibrate your heart and clarify God’s directionScripture Reflection:Psalm 46:10 – “Be st...
2025-07-0802 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: The Power of a Spiritual LifeguardEver notice the lifeguard at the beach or pool? They’re not there to stop you from diving in—but they are watching closely, ready to help.What if your faith had a lifeguard too?When we were younger, whether as new parents or newlyweds—many of us leaned on friends going through the same things. But sometimes that’s like the blind leading the blind.That’s why spiritual lifeguards matter.In today’s episode, Devin Almonte reflects on the power of leaning on the wisdom of older, wiser believers. Those who ha...
2025-07-0703 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: The Power of a Spiritual LifeguardEver notice the lifeguard at the beach or pool? They’re not there to stop you from diving in—but they are watching closely, ready to help.What if your faith had a lifeguard too?When we were younger, whether as new parents or newlyweds—many of us leaned on friends going through the same things. But sometimes that’s like the blind leading the blind.That’s why spiritual lifeguards matter.In today’s episode, Devin Almonte reflects on the power of leaning on the wisdom of older, wiser believers. Those who have been there, done that, and can help guide u...
2025-07-0703 min
INSIGHT OUTSecond Look: When Music Needs a Flying Car but Simple Still SingsWhy are we dangling cars mid-air at concerts?Today on InSight Out, Devin Almonte explores our growing need for spectacle—and why we’ve lost the art of simply enjoying music, beauty, and life as it is. From Beyoncé’s stage mishap to a $1,000 concert ticket to a road trip wasp named Pickles, Devin contrasts a culture chasing the “next big thing” with a faith that reminds us to slow down and savor what matters.In this episode, we’ll discuss:Beyoncé’s flying convertible and near accidentThe wild inflation of concert ticket pricesWhy fireworks, phones, and flying drones might be ruining July...
2025-07-0316 min
InSight OutThe InSight Out Show | Ep. 33 | When Music Needs a Flying Car but Simple Still SingsWhy are we dangling cars mid-air at concerts?Today on InSight Out, Devin Almonte explores our growing need for spectacle—and why we’ve lost the art of simply enjoying music, beauty, and life as it is. From Beyoncé’s stage mishap to a $1,000 concert ticket to a road trip wasp named Pickles, Devin contrasts a culture chasing the “next big thing” with a faith that reminds us to slow down and savor what matters.In this episode, we’ll discuss:Beyoncé’s flying convertible and near accidentThe wild inflation of concert ticket pricesWhy fireworks, phone...
2025-07-0316 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: The Two Little Words Sabotaging Your ConfidenceEver catch yourself saying, “I’m just a teacher…just a stay-at-home dad…just a volunteer”? Those two little words shrink our God-given roles down to pocket-size. In this Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares why “I’m just” never belongs in a child of God’s vocabulary—and how ditching it frees us to serve with unfiltered joy.📖 Scripture Reflection: 1 John 3:1“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are.”💬 Join the Conversation:When have you caught yourself minimizing you...
2025-07-0102 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: The Two Little Words Sabotaging Your ConfidenceEver catch yourself saying, “I’m just a teacher…just a stay-at-home dad…just a volunteer”? Those two little words shrink our God-given roles down to pocket-size. In this Anchor Point, Devin Almonte shares why “I’m just” never belongs in a child of God’s vocabulary—and how ditching it frees us to serve with unfiltered joy.📖 Scripture Reflection: 1 John 3:1“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are.”💬 Join the Conversation:When have you caught yourself minimizing your calling? 👉 Tell us in the InSight Out Community on Facebook...
2025-07-0102 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: The Gospel According to ShifuHave you ever had a story so good, you could hardly wait to tell someone—only to realize no one was answering their phone?In this Anchor Point episode, Devin Almonte shares a story about her aunt and uncle’s incredibly smart dog, Shifu. Whenever a sports announcer said “score” or “see you later,” Shifu would bolt off the couch and deliver the news to Devin’s aunt with uncontainable joy—then race back to her spot to keep watching the game.It’s funny. It’s heartwarming. But most of all, it’s a reminder of what shari...
2025-06-3002 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: The Gospel According to ShifuHave you ever had a story so good, you could hardly wait to tell someone—only to realize no one was answering their phone?In this Anchor Point episode, Devin Almonte shares a story about her aunt and uncle’s incredibly smart dog, Shifu. Whenever a sports announcer said “score” or “see you later,” Shifu would bolt off the couch and deliver the news to Devin’s aunt with uncontainable joy—then race back to her spot to keep watching the game.It’s funny. It’s heartwarming. But most of all, it’s a reminder of what sharing our faith should feel like...
2025-06-3002 min
InSight OutThe InSight Out Show | Ep. 29 | Chasing Credit. Forgetting the Creator.What happens when a monkey snaps a selfie—and it ends up in court?Today on InSight Out, Devin Almonte goes back in time to one of the strangest copyright battles in recent memory: the viral case of Naruto the monkey, who took a photo that sparked lawsuits, media frenzy, and a serious debate over ownership. But this isn’t just about animal rights or legal loopholes—it’s about a deeper human question: Who gets credit for what we create?In this episode, we’ll explore:The wild true story of Naruto, David Slater, an...
2025-06-2613 min
INSIGHT OUTSecond Look: When Everyone Wants the Credit but Forgets the CreatorWhat happens when a monkey snaps a selfie—and it ends up in court?Today on InSight Out, Devin Almonte goes back in time to one of the strangest copyright battles in recent memory: the viral case of Naruto the monkey, who took a photo that sparked lawsuits, media frenzy, and a serious debate over ownership. But this isn’t just about animal rights or legal loopholes—it’s about a deeper human question: Who gets credit for what we create?In this episode, we’ll explore:The wild true story of Naruto, David Slater, and a monkey with a gift for s...
2025-06-2613 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Small Faith, Big GodHave you ever felt like your life was hanging by a thread—so fragile that one more challenge might break you?In this episode of InSight Out, Devin Almonte shares a reflection for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed by life’s circumstances. From personal experiences to Jesus’ words about mustard seed faith, Devin explores the truth that it’s not about the strength of our grip—it’s about the strength of the One holding us.Even when faith feels small, God’s hand is steady.📖 Scripture Reflection: Matthew 17:20–21“20 So Jesus said to them, “Because...
2025-06-2402 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: The Strength of Small FaithHave you ever felt like your life was hanging by a thread—so fragile that one more challenge might break you?In this episode of InSight Out, Devin Almonte shares a reflection for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed by life’s circumstances. From personal experiences to Jesus’ words about mustard seed faith, Devin explores the truth that it’s not about the strength of our grip—it’s about the strength of the One holding us.Even when faith feels small, God’s hand is steady.📖 Scripture Reflection: Matthew 17:20–21“20 So Jesus said to them, “Because of your unbelief; for assuredly, I say to you, if...
2025-06-2402 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Is Anything Safe to Eat Anymore? Finding Hope in a Toxic WorldIs there anything on this planet that’s safe to consume anymore? Oils are wrong, eggs are right—then wrong again. Plastic is in our food, lotions are toxic, and don’t even get started on the coffee cups.In this episode, Devin Almonte walks through the comical yet overwhelming noise surrounding health, safety, and consumption—and how it all points to the brokenness of the world. But there’s good news: this isn’t our final home. There is hope, even in the midst of toxicity.📖 Scripture Reflection: Romans 8:22–23"We know that the whole creatio...
2025-06-2303 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: Is Anything Safe to Eat Anymore? Finding Hope in a Toxic WorldIs there anything on this planet that’s safe to consume anymore? Oils are wrong, eggs are right—then wrong again. Plastic is in our food, lotions are toxic, and don’t even get started on the coffee cups.In this episode, Devin Almonte walks through the comical yet overwhelming noise surrounding health, safety, and consumption—and how it all points to the brokenness of the world. But there’s good news: this isn’t our final home. There is hope, even in the midst of toxicity.📖 Scripture Reflection: Romans 8:22–23"We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of c...
2025-06-2303 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Friendship Means Saying the Hard ThingHave you ever had a friend tell you something you didn’t want to hear—but needed to?It’s uncomfortable. It can be awkward. But sometimes, it’s the most loving thing they could do.That’s the heart of today’s conversation.Devin Almonte shares a raw moment from her own story of addiction—and how real friends showed up not to enable her, but to challenge her. It was risky. It was bold. But it was love. In a world that prizes affirmation, we’re called to something deeper: truth spoken in love...
2025-06-2003 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: The Friends Who Love You Enough to Be HonestHave you ever had a friend tell you something you didn’t want to hear—but needed to?It’s uncomfortable. It can be awkward. But sometimes, it’s the most loving thing they could do.That’s the heart of today’s conversation.Devin Almonte shares a raw moment from her own story of addiction—and how real friends showed up not to enable her, but to challenge her. It was risky. It was bold. But it was love. In a world that prizes affirmation, we’re called to something deeper: truth spoken in love. Because Jesus didn’t come to make us fe...
2025-06-2003 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: When Information About God Replaces Intimacy with HimHow do we really get to know someone?Reading someone’s résumé or Googling their background might give you information, but it doesn’t give you relationship. And the same is true with God.That’s the heart of today’s conversation.We’re flooded with facts, podcasts, sermons, verses, headlines, and posts—but are we letting any of it bring us closer to the One we claim to follow? In Philippians 3, Paul reminds us that the surpassing worth isn’t found in knowing about Christ, but in knowing Him personally. Devin Almonte explores...
2025-06-1902 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: You Can Google God, But That’s Not How You Know HimHow do we really get to know someone?Reading someone’s résumé or Googling their background might give you information, but it doesn’t give you relationship. And the same is true with God.That’s the heart of today’s conversation.We’re flooded with facts, podcasts, sermons, verses, headlines, and posts—but are we letting any of it bring us closer to the One we claim to follow? In Philippians 3, Paul reminds us that the surpassing worth isn’t found in knowing about Christ, but in knowing Him personally. Devin Almonte explores what it means to move beyond spiritual...
2025-06-1902 min
INSIGHT OUTSecond Look: Aura Farming—When Image Becomes IdentityWhat happens when the pressure to look effortless becomes anything but?This week on InSight Out, Devin Almonte takes a look at the trending Gen Z phenomenon known as aura farming, a performative attempt to appear cool without trying. But it’s more than just a teenage TikTok stunt. It’s a window into a deeper cultural pressure we’re all facing: to shape our lives for approval, rather than live from truth.In this episode, Devin shares:What aura farming is and why it’s not as harmless as it seemsThe adult version of this game—from curated faith to “real”...
2025-06-1924 min
InSight OutThe InSight Out Show | Ep. 24 | Aura Farming Is Real and It’s Not Just for TeensWhat happens when the pressure to look effortless becomes anything but?This week on InSight Out, Devin Almonte takes a look at the trending Gen Z phenomenon known as aura farming, a performative attempt to appear cool without trying. But it’s more than just a teenage TikTok stunt. It’s a window into a deeper cultural pressure we’re all facing: to shape our lives for approval, rather than live from truth.In this episode, Devin shares:What aura farming is and why it’s not as harmless as it seemsThe adult version of this...
2025-06-1924 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Are You Confusing People with Your Faith Talk?Have you ever listened to a conversation that felt like a foreign language?Jargon has a way of making outsiders feel… well, outside. And sometimes, we do that very thing when talking about our faith—especially to people who are just beginning to seek God.That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.Devin Almonte shares a humorous but important reminder: quoting Scripture and using “churchy” phrases doesn’t always communicate love. It can accidentally confuse or overwhelm someone who’s reaching out. So how do we live out and share the gospel in a way...
2025-06-1702 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: Stop Speaking Christianese—Start Making SenseHave you ever listened to a conversation that felt like a foreign language?Jargon has a way of making outsiders feel… well, outside. And sometimes, we do that very thing when talking about our faith—especially to people who are just beginning to seek God.That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.Devin Almonte shares a humorous but important reminder: quoting Scripture and using “churchy” phrases doesn’t always communicate love. It can accidentally confuse or overwhelm someone who’s reaching out. So how do we live out and share the gospel in a way that’s clear, kind, and invitati...
2025-06-1702 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Overhearing with Purpose (Yes, Really)Have you ever overheard a conversation you weren’t meant to hear—and then wondered if you should do something about it?What if God can use those little “accidental” moments as an opportunity to connect, care, or extend kindness?That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.Devin Almonte shares a story from a recent church service, where a quick moment of “intentional over-listening” opened the door to welcome three strangers and offer warmth without any grand gesture. It’s not about being nosy—it’s about being present and willing to notice the people a...
2025-06-1603 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: When Eavesdropping Becomes a MinistryHave you ever overheard a conversation you weren’t meant to hear—and then wondered if you should do something about it?What if God can use those little “accidental” moments as an opportunity to connect, care, or extend kindness?That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.Devin Almonte shares a story from a recent church service, where a quick moment of “intentional over-listening” opened the door to welcome three strangers and offer warmth without any grand gesture. It’s not about being nosy—it’s about being present and willing to notice the people around us.🎧 In today’s Anchor Point, Dev...
2025-06-1603 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Pressing On When You’re Running on EmptyEver felt like you couldn’t take another step?Whether it’s the middle of a race, a season of exhaustion, or a faith battle that’s worn you thin—sometimes we just want to quit. But what if those very moments are where the most spiritual growth happens?That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.Devin Almonte draws from Philippians 3 and her own experience to show how pressing on, even when it’s hard, is how we become more like Christ. It’s not about reaching perfection. It’s about deepening relation...
2025-06-1302 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: When You Feel Like You Can’t Keep GoingEver felt like you couldn’t take another step?Whether it’s the middle of a race, a season of exhaustion, or a faith battle that’s worn you thin—sometimes we just want to quit. But what if those very moments are where the most spiritual growth happens?That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.Devin Almonte draws from Philippians 3 and her own experience to show how pressing on, even when it’s hard, is how we become more like Christ. It’s not about reaching perfection. It’s about deepening relationship, building endurance, and holding fast to our hope in Him...
2025-06-1302 min
InSight OutThe InSight Out Show | Ep. 20 | The Quiet Rise of America’s Social Credit SystemWhat if your Uber rating was the reason you couldn’t get picked up… or your Netflix habits impacted your ability to rent a car?This week on InSight Out, Devin Almonte explores the unsettling rise of social credit-style systems in America. Not government-run like China’s, but built quietly by private companies, apps, and data brokers.In this episode, you’ll hear:How a 4.89 Uber rating could keep you from ridesHow Experian Boost and car insurance trackers might be shaping your reputationThe eerie accuracy of the Black Mirror episode “Nosedive”Why being digitally invisible co...
2025-06-1231 min
INSIGHT OUTSecond Look: Scored by Society. The Quiet Rise of Social Credit in AmericaWhat if your Uber rating was the reason you couldn’t get picked up… or your Netflix habits impacted your ability to rent a car?This week on InSight Out, Devin Almonte explores the unsettling rise of social credit-style systems in America. Not government-run like China’s, but built quietly by private companies, apps, and data brokers.In this episode, you’ll hear:How a 4.89 Uber rating could keep you from ridesHow Experian Boost and car insurance trackers might be shaping your reputationThe eerie accuracy of the Black Mirror episode “Nosedive”Why being digitally invisible could flag you as “high risk”What Scri...
2025-06-1231 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: Serving God Isn’t a Job—it’s a JoyHave you ever had a boss you loved… or one you dreaded?We all know what it’s like to work under pressure or just go through the motions to avoid consequences. But is that how we treat our relationship with God?That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.Devin Almonte shares a powerful reminder that we are not God’s employees—we are His co-workers. The difference changes everything. There are no performance reviews in God’s Kingdom. There is only union, identity, and the joy of serving with Him.🎧 In toda...
2025-06-1103 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: The Job Behind the Job: Who Are We Really Working For?Have you ever had a boss you loved… or one you dreaded?We all know what it’s like to work under pressure or just go through the motions to avoid consequences. But is that how we treat our relationship with God?That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.Devin Almonte shares a powerful reminder that we are not God’s employees—we are His co-workers. The difference changes everything. There are no performance reviews in God’s Kingdom. There is only union, identity, and the joy of serving with Him.🎧 In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:The difference betw...
2025-06-1103 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: You Grab Your Water Bottle—Did You Bring God?What’s the one thing you never leave the house without? Your phone? Your water bottle? Your keys?Now ask yourself this: Do you treat your relationship with God as essential as that?That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.Devin Almonte reflects on how something as simple as forgetting a water bottle can trigger a deep spiritual parallel. These days, we’re constantly attached to something, but are we attaching ourselves to the one who truly sustains us?🎧 In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:What our daily habits...
2025-06-1002 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: You Remembered Your Water Bottle… Did You Remember God?What’s the one thing you never leave the house without? Your phone? Your water bottle? Your keys?Now ask yourself this: Do you treat your relationship with God as essential as that?That’s the heart of today’s Anchor Point.Devin Almonte reflects on how something as simple as forgetting a water bottle can trigger a deep spiritual parallel. These days, we’re constantly attached to something, but are we attaching ourselves to the one who truly sustains us?🎧 In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:What our daily habits say about our spiritual prioritiesWhy we cling to physical esse...
2025-06-1002 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: God Picks Up on the First Ring—Do You?What kind of caller are you—answer right away, or wait to see if they call again?And deeper still… do you ever find yourself treating God the same way?That’s the heart of today’s conversation.We often treat God like we treat phone calls—waiting for the double ring, looking for extra confirmation before we respond. Devin Almonte shares why she used to ignore the first call (literally and spiritually), and how that habit revealed something deeper about her faith.🎧 In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:📞 What phone...
2025-06-1002 min
INSIGHT OUTAnchor Points: God Picks Up on the First Ring—Do You?What kind of caller are you—answer right away, or wait to see if they call again?And deeper still… do you ever find yourself treating God the same way?That’s the heart of today’s conversation.We often treat God like we treat phone calls—waiting for the double ring, looking for extra confirmation before we respond. Devin Almonte shares why she used to ignore the first call (literally and spiritually), and how that habit revealed something deeper about her faith.🎧 In today’s Anchor Point, Devin explores:📞 What phone habits reveal about our spiritual hesitation⏳ Why we delay turning to God...
2025-06-1002 min
InSight OutThe InSight Out Show | Ep. 16 | The Ozempic Effect. When Enough Isn’t EnoughWhat do tiny portions, Ozempic plates, and jam-packed calendars have in common?They all point to one big problem: we’ve forgotten what “enough” looks like.In today’s episode of InSight Out, Devin Almonte unpacks the deeper meaning behind the “Ozempic meal” trend and why it matters for our bodies, our minds, and our souls. From inflated portion sizes to the growing pressure to medicate and optimize just to survive, Devin invites listeners to rediscover a life of balance, wisdom, and trust in God’s design.In this episode, we explore:Why smaller po...
2025-06-0314 min
INSIGHT OUTSecond Look: Portion Distortion. How Ozempic Meals Reveal a Deeper HungerWhat do tiny portions, Ozempic plates, and jam-packed calendars have in common?They all point to one big problem: we’ve forgotten what “enough” looks like.In today’s episode of InSight Out, Devin Almonte unpacks the deeper meaning behind the “Ozempic meal” trend and why it matters for our bodies, our minds, and our souls. From inflated portion sizes to the growing pressure to medicate and optimize just to survive, Devin invites listeners to rediscover a life of balance, wisdom, and trust in God’s design.In this episode, we explore:Why smaller portions feel revolutionary—but shouldn’tHow excess became our...
2025-06-0314 min
InSight OutThe InSight Out Show | Ep. 13 | : Florida Says Yes to Gold—Should We? A Biblical Look at Honest Money, Inflation & Financial WisdomWhat happens when our money is no longer tied to anything real?Today on InSight Out, Devin Almonte explores Florida’s bold new law allowing gold and silver to be used as legal tender—and why this is about much more than coins and currency. It’s about trust, stewardship, and the unseen forces shaping our economy and our faith.From the collapse of the gold standard to biblical commands about honest scales, we'll look at what happens when a nation’s monetary system breaks down and how believers can respond not with panic, but with pre...
2025-05-2919 min
INSIGHT OUTSecond Look: When Parenting Becomes a Crime—The Cost of Letting Kids Be KidsWhat happens when the very act of parenting is treated like a crime?Today on InSight Out, Devin Almonte explores the rising tension between protecting our children and preparing them for the world. From a toddler alone in a parked car to headlines about parents getting arrested for letting kids walk to school, Devin shares real stories that echo a growing national concern: Are we turning everyday parenting into a punishable offense?In this episode, we’ll discuss:Why a trip to Walgreens left Devin questioning how to interveneWhat new childhood independence laws mean for parents in Florida, Georgia & MissouriHow fea...
2025-05-2016 min
InSight OutThe InSight Out Show | Ep. 09 | When Parenting Becomes a Crime. Are We Punishing Independence?What happens when the very act of parenting is treated like a crime?Today on InSight Out, Devin Almonte explores the rising tension between protecting our children and preparing them for the world. From a toddler alone in a parked car to headlines about parents getting arrested for letting kids walk to school, Devin shares real stories that echo a growing national concern: Are we turning everyday parenting into a punishable offense?In this episode, we’ll discuss:Why a trip to Walgreens left Devin questioning how to interveneWhat new childhood independence laws mean for...
2025-05-2016 min
INSIGHT OUTSecond Look: The Unattended: Kyler Efinger’s Story and the Call to NoticeOn New Year’s Day 2025, Kyler Efinger made a desperate dash through Salt Lake City Airport that ended in a tragedy no one could stop. Today on InSight Out, Devin Almonte explores Kyler’s story and asks why we so often walk past people in crisis. What does it mean to notice those who are hurting, and how can we step in with compassion instead of walking by?In this episode, we’ll discuss:The heartbreaking events that unfolded at Salt Lake City AirportWhy people often ignore those who seem troubled (the bystander effect)What scripture teaches about noticing and engagi...
2025-05-0717 min
InSight OutThe InSight Out Show | Ep. 08 | The Unattended: Kyler Efinger’s Story and Why We Overlook Those in CrisisOn New Year’s Day 2025, Kyler Efinger made a desperate dash through Salt Lake City Airport that ended in a tragedy no one could stop. Today on InSight Out, Devin Almonte explores Kyler’s story and asks why we so often walk past people in crisis. What does it mean to notice those who are hurting, and how can we step in with compassion instead of walking by?In this episode, we’ll discuss:The heartbreaking events that unfolded at Salt Lake City AirportWhy people often ignore those who seem troubled (the bystander effect)What scripture teache...
2025-05-0717 min
InSight OutAnchor Points: The Easy Button Doesn’t Exist: Finding God in Life’s ChallengesWhat do we do when life feels anything but easy? When prayers go unanswered, peace feels far off, and stress seems to have the upper hand?In today’s episode of InSight Out, we’re tapping into something a little deeper than wishful thinking. Because no matter how much we’d love a big red “easy button” to fix it all, Jesus never promised that.He didn’t offer shortcuts. He offered Himself.In this Anchor Point devotional, Devin Almonte explores why real peace doesn’t come from escape or ease—but from presence. We’ll...
2025-04-1102 min