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Arkansas MindsKelsie Jo PhotoIn this episode, the host interviews Kelsie Jo Hillis, the photographer, entrepreneur, and social media manager behind Kelsiejophoto. Kelsie shares her journey from her early passion for photography in high school to building a thriving photography business after dropping out of college. They discuss the challenges of balancing work and family life, the importance of pursuing mentorship, and how social media has contributed to her success.
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Picturing PurposeE. 62 - Abound in Hope with Jessica JerniganJoin Kelsie as she interviews Jessica Jernigan. Jessica is a writer, children's pastor, and owner of Abound Publishing.
If you are looking for encouragement regarding parenting, faith, staying hopeful in tough situations, and being role models for the next generation.
Abound Publishing:
Abound Publishing | Facebook
Abound Publishing - Trustworthy Children's Books & More (aboundbooks.com)
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Picturing PurposeE. 61 - Interview with Heather SheltonHeather is a content creator, entertainer, life coach, business coach, wife, mom, homeschool parent, and is currently working with THE CHOSEN!
Heather is a bright light and so hilarious. Join Kelsie as she learns more about Heather and her love for "Papa" God.
How can I contact Heather?
www.meetheather.com
Heather Shelton (@meetheather) • Instagram photos and videos
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Picturing PurposeE. 60 - Drug Addiction Recovery with HaileeJoin Kelsie as she sits down with recovering addict, Hailee. Hailee has been on the podcast before (E. 6 - Drug Addiction) when she was in active drug addiction. This time Hailee joins us with a new life and is eager to share it with us!
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Who Told You ThatWTYT Episode 16-Interview with local podcaster Kelsie Jo, Picturing PurposeIn this episode, Jared and Denton sit down with fellow podcaster Kelsie Jo Hillis (Picturing Purpose) and talk about her testimony and why identity is important in a relationship with Christ. Don't miss this fun and exciting real talk episode.2023-09-251h 19
Picturing PurposeE. 59 - Cody and Joel | Real Conversations with an Atheist and a Christian PastorJoin Kelsie as she invites her friend Cody (atheist) and Joel (pastor) onto the show for an in-depth discussion.
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Picturing PurposeE. 58 - Recap of Summer Break, Mom Encouragement, Girl Math, and American Dream GriefThis episode is filled with lots of encouraging words! Kelsie asks her best friends, Leslie and Michelle, onto the show to recap the Summer. We are officially back from the podcast break and ready to dive in! Kelsie shares some exciting news for the podcast and what's coming next.
Kelsie, Michelle, and Leslie discuss what it's like to experience struggle and the do's and don'ts of sharing with your kids.
Leslie has been on the podcast before; sharing her foster parent and adoption story. Leslie has 4 children ages 10, 12, 14, and 15.
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Picturing PurposeE. 57 - Trusting Jesus to Calm the StormJoin Kelsie as she invites her new and incredible friend, Hailey, onto the show. Hailey is full of joy, laughter, and love for the Lord. You will not regret listening to her heart and encouragement for others. This conversation is full of powerful testimonies and how we CAN put our faith in Jesus. Even when it feels like everything is going wrong, He is there and He will provide. We hope you enjoy this episode!
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Picturing PurposeEp. 56 - The Power of the Holy SpiritWe are releasing this episode two days early!
The spiritual gift of speaking in tongues remains controversial in our day and is a subject deserving of our close attention. Whether you are clueless about this subject or know a lot about it, this episode is for you. Kelsie invites Pastor Joel onto the show to discuss the gift of tongues. In no way is this episode geared towards shaming anyone that does not believe what Kelsie and Joel believe, but to have a healthy and personal conversation on the subject. Kelsie and Joel both share their personal t...2023-02-271h 27
Picturing PurposeE. 55 - Navigating MarriageJoin Kelsie as she discusses marriage with professional marriage counselor, Christa Means. This podcast episode provides valuable insights and practical advice for couples who are navigating the ups and downs of marriage. It highlights the importance of seeking counseling, building communication and empathy, and prioritizing God's guidance in the relationship.
Christa Means is a professional counselor at Relationship Solutions in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
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Picturing PurposeE. 54 - 16 and Living for JesusBrooklyn is a passionate 16-year-old. Join us as she fearlessly shares her unwavering faith in God and the love that He has poured into her life. With her infectious energy and down-to-earth personality, Brooklyn will inspire you to deepen your own relationship with the Lord and boldly spread His love to those around you. Whether you're a seasoned believer or just starting your faith journey, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to be challenged and encouraged in their walk with God.
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Picturing PurposeE. 53 - Mom Life and Everything in BetweenIn this podcast episode, Michelle joins Kelsie as they discuss their experiences of being a mom and the challenges they have faced. They talk about the importance of giving yourself grace, and how this has helped them to be more patient and understanding with themselves and their children. Both Kelsie and Michelle stress the importance of putting God first in their lives, and how this has helped them to navigate the difficulties of motherhood. They share personal stories and offer encouragement and advice to other mothers who may be struggling. The episode is candid, relatable, and uplifting.
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Picturing PurposeE. 52 - Addicted to Approval | Kelsie's Brain DumpJoin Kelsie as she discusses the addiction that no one talks about, approval addiction. As a photographer, she expresses the ugly parts of being in a people pleasing industry and how God grows us in our weakest moments. This year has been a tough one for many. Kelsie hopes this short episode/brain dump will encourage others to seek God in the hard seasons instead of pushing him away.
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Picturing PurposeE. 51 - Trusting God in the Midst of GriefKelsie invites her friend, Hannah, and Hannah's mother Denna to the show to share their story of loss, grief, hope, and faith. Hannah's father/Denna's husband passed away last year from covid. Hannah and Denna choose to celebrate his life and share the blessings God has given them.
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Picturing PurposeE. 50 - Meeting People Where They Are | The Fort Smith Crisis Intervention CenterThis episode is full of impact and positive light shining on the people who deserve it. Many people in our community do things without any public praise or pats on the back. Especially people who help victims of abuse with private situations. It's not something to be displayed because it's someone's life and their confidentiality is very important. This specific episode shines a light on the wonderful Fort Smith Crisis Intervention Center. Our special guest, Penni Burns, is the CEO of the Crisis Intervention Center. Penni explains more about the organization and how amazing it truly is during our...2022-10-261h 28
Picturing PurposeE. 49 - The God of Second ChancesJoin Kelsie as she interviews Angie. Angie was miraculously delivered from her drug addiction 7 years ago. In the midst of addiction, Angie walked away from her family and everything she knew. Today she is a God fearing woman with a heart for the gospel and leading others to the Kingdom. She is a walking testimony of God's faithfulness and grace. We hope you enjoy this episode!
Ready Now Recovery Info (the link we mentioned is wrong) - visit readynow.org and https://www.facebook.com/readynowrecovery
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Picturing PurposeE. 48 - Joy from the LordWhat if we lived our lives full of JOY instead of chasing happiness? Join Kelsie as she talks about the joy from the Lord vs our own temporary happiness.
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Picturing PurposeE. 47 Bold Faith with Josh MeehJoin Kelsie Jo as she interviews Josh Meeh. Josh battled cancer a few years ago and was very close to leaving this world. His cancer recovery was nothing short of a miracle. Fast forward to only a couple months ago, Josh’s beautiful wife, Lauren, passed away tragically and very sudden. She was in the hospital for 2 weeks before her passing. So many people and churches were praying over Lauren in faith that the Lord would wake her up and she would be healed. In this interview, Kelsie shares details of how God constructed this recording although her and Jos...2022-09-071h 33
Picturing PurposeEp. 46 - Happy 1 Year: (rebroadcast) Meet the HostToday we are celebrating our 1 year anniversary of the podcast launch! This is a rebroadcast of Episode 1 - Meet the Host with a special intro added!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 45 - Finding the Middle GroundJoin Kelsie as she invites licensed therapist, Celeste, onto the show. Celeste and Kelsie discuss the ins and outs of self worth, identity in Christ, and balancing everything in between. If you struggle with doubting yourself and finding confidence...this episode is for you!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 44 - Christ Centered Marriage with Mike and Amy G.This episode has no intro. Join Kelsie as she invites Mike and Amy onto the show. Kelsie met this awesome couple at church and was inspired by their Godly relationship. Kelsie asks Mike and Amy how to strengthen your marriage and the importance of keeping Christ in the center. We hope you enjoy this episode!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 43 - Growing Up With The HostToday's episode is with Kelsie's older sister, Megan! She is Kelsie's only sibling and they are 5 years apart. Their sibling dynamic was a bit of a unique one growing up. When they were younger they used to fight all of the time. Mainly because Kelsie wanted to live life on the edge doing things she shouldn't be doing and Megan was the protective older sister that just wanted the best for Kelsie. They were both imperfect with problems under the surface that needed to be addressed. Fast forward to their lives now and they are in their 30's, married w...2022-07-201h 11
Picturing PurposeEpisode 42 - Forgiving the Father I NeededTiffany is a wife, mom of 2, and a middle school choir teacher. On todays episode Tiffany shares a part of her life with all of us to encourage anyone that has gone through similar situations. Her father was an alcoholic and passed away in 2020. Tiffany opens up about her childhood and many things her family went through during this time. If you have ever dealt with a family member that struggles with addiction, we encourage you to listen. It’s an eye opening conversation from a childhood perspective that may be able to help your healing journey. We hope yo...2022-06-291h 18
Picturing PurposeEpisode 41 - Part 2| I Belong To ChristToday's episode is Part 2 of Ruben's interview
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 40 - I Belong To ChristToday's episode is part 1 of a 2 part interview with Ruben Lopez. Ruben is a family friend of Kelsie's with an awesome testimony. Please note that Kelsie's microphone was not adjusted perfectly during the interview. This caused her voice to sound like she's sitting in the Bobby Hopper Tunnel. Thankfully Ruben was the one talking the most, so it worked out. Ruben became a part of Kelsie's family only a couple of years ago when he walked into her sister and brother inlaw's church looking for a church to attend after moving to Fort Smith from Oklahoma. They all became go...2022-06-1551 min
Picturing PurposeEpisode 39 - 32 Kids and Counting | A Foster Mom StoryToday's episode is with Leslie Lee. Leslie and her husband opened their home to foster care right after they got married. Their story is really incredible and sheds light on the foster care system. They have had a total of 32 foster care children in their home and have adopted 4 of those children. Leslie and her husband have been obedient in their calling and have trusted God to open and close all of the doors in their lives. It's truly inspirational to hear their story.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 38 - Robb Elementary School Tragedy | If God is Good, Why Do Bad Things Happen?Kelsie asks Pastor Joel onto the show to discuss the Texas school shooting that took place on May 24th, 2022. Our main topic is, "If God is so good, why do bad things happen?" Many of us ponder this question, especially when tragic events take place like the Robb Elementary School shooting. Joel and Kelsie deep dive into this question. We hope this episode brings comfort during hard times and hopefully answers questions that many listeners have.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 37 - Audience Feedback | Celebrating Kelsie JoToday's episode showcases our listeners feedback in honor of Kelsie's birthday.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 36 - Releasing Expectations (Part 2)This week's episode is part 2 of Kelsie's interview with Miranda Marie.
Listen to Part 1: https://anchor.fm/picturingpurposepodcast/episodes/Episode-35---Releasing-Expectations-Part-1-e1i1tf3
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 35 - Releasing Expectations (Part 1)This week's episode is part 1 of Kelsie's interview with Miranda Marie. Miranda has been a long time friend of Kelsie's for about 12 years. She is a beauty salon owner and hair stylist. Miranda and Kelsie have worked together on and off on business projects throughout the years. The reason Kelsie asked Miranda on the show was to share her life story as well as a recent story of an encounter with Jesus only a week after telling God she was done with him. She stepped foot into Easter Church service for the first time in years and after experiencing...2022-05-041h 32
Picturing PurposeEpisode 34 - Married to the HostToday's episode does not include an intro. Kelsie invites her husband, Jesse, onto the show for the very first time. They have been married for 6 years and together for 10. In previous episodes, Kelsie has opened up about her marriage with Jesse. She's discussed their decision for Jesse to leave his job of 9 years and help her with the photography business and podcast. They have both made major changes over the years including their relationship with Christ. Jesse shares his testimony and answers questions from viewers. Jesse and Kelsie are not your typical surface level couple...enjoy the realness!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 33 - Part 2 | Overcoming Childhood Sexual Abuse: Breaking the Family SecretPART 2 - Join Kelsie as she interviews a childhood sexual abuse survivor, Katrina. Katrina has been open about her story for the past few years and is dedicated to helping others overcome their past abuse. This episode is dedicated to anyone that has suffered abuse and is hesitant to tell someone or ask for help. Please know that you are loved, your story matters, and there is help out there.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 32 - Part 1 | Overcoming Childhood Sexual Abuse: Breaking the Family SecretJoin Kelsie as she interviews a childhood sexual abuse survivor, Katrina. Katrina has been open about her story for the past few years and is dedicated to helping others overcome their past abuse. This episode is dedicated to anyone that has suffered abuse and is hesitant to tell someone or ask for help. Please know that you are loved, your story matters, and there is help out there.
For help or resources, contact Kelsie: picturingpurposepodcast@gmail.com
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 31 - "My Burden is Light" | Finding Balance in Your LifeKelsie was recently asked how she "does it all". This episode is full of real mom struggles, healing, and how we don't "HAVE TO" do it all. Life is hard and we don't have to carry it ourselves. Rest in Him and rest in His purpose.
Matthew 11:28-30
Ephesians 2: 8-10
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 30 - Are We Living in "The End Times"?With the pandemic and the recent attack on Ukraine, many wonder if we are living in the end times explained in scripture. So many conspiracy theories out there... some seem factual, some seem far fetched. What should we believe? On this episode, Kelsie asks Pastor Joel onto the show to discuss these topics. Could the metaverse play a role in the end times? Should we start building our bunkers now?
Join us for an interesting conversation!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 29 - Bible Reading for DummiesHave you been wanting to start reading the Bible but don't know where to begin? Or you used to read the Bible but lost your desire? Is life just too busy to sit down and read God's word? Join Kelsie as she invites her friend, Hannah, to discuss ALL the Bible reading tips. Whether you have never opened the Bible or read it daily, this episode is packed with encouragement, tips, and real life struggles. The Bible is not always the easiest book to read, but it is a huge part of our walk with Christ. This episode will...2022-03-161h 14
Picturing PurposeEpisode 28 - Every Child Deserves a Voice | CASAJoin Kelsie as she invites CASA on the podcast. Kelsie has been a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer since December of 2020. If you have ever wondered what CASA is or have absolutely no idea what it is, we encourage you to listen to this episode! All of your unanswered questions are here. CASA plays a very important role in the foster care system. Please consider volunteering or donating to your local CASA.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 27 - Escape from Darkness with Author: Victoria BraggJoin Kelsie and Author, Victoria Bragg, as they dive into abuse, healing from abuse, and deep wounds that need healing. Victoria discusses her testimony, what lead her to writing "Escape from the Darkness", and how important professional counseling was to her.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 26 - Real Conversations: Part 2| An Atheist & A Christian (Ex-Atheist)Part 2 of Real Conversations: Atheist & Christian (Ex-Atheist)
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 25 - Real Conversations: Part 1| An Atheist & A Christian (Ex-Atheist)Join us for a discussion between Cody (Atheist) and Matt (Christian/Ex-Atheist) as they answer each others questions and dive into deep topics regarding faith, scripture, evil vs. good, and many others! This episode is Part 1 of Part 2. Part 2 will be released on 2/23/22.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 24 - Photographers: The Untold TruthToday's episode is about the Untold Truths in the service industry, from a photographer perspective. When people have never worked in a service industry they don't really understand the ins and outs of what goes behind it. Being a small business owner and working for yourself definitely has it's perks when it comes to creating your own schedule, but it is extremely difficult at times. Most businesses, especially during the pandemic, walk on thin ice daily to keep their clients happy and to not "rock the boat", even if that means not sticking up for themselves. One bad review...2022-02-091h 08
Picturing PurposeEpisode 23 - Heart Transformation | A Heart for Your HomeJoin Kelsie as she interviews Deron Freeman, Pastor of Harvest Time Church. Kelsie and Deron discuss why heart transformation is important and how we can easily be deceived by the world.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 22 - The Power of FastingEnjoy this short episode from Kelsie sharing her social media and Daniel fast testimony. If you are looking to grow your spiritual appetite for Jesus, this episode is for you. Behind all the worldly pleasures we desire...lies a naked you and God. If we strip away all the things that distract us, we will find the powerful and moving acts of God. Why do we run to these things for temporary peace? When God holds all the peace you need. He is seeking and waiting for you. A loving and compassionate Father that longs for you. One that...2022-01-2611 min
Picturing PurposeEpisode 21 - Radical Obedience | EvangelismJoin Kelsie Jo as she invites new friend, Emily, on the show to share her amazing story and uplifting message. Kelsie and Emily dive into spiritual "graces" like Evangelism. Every single person listening to this podcast has a calling on their life. We hope you listen and find motivation in your God given calling.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 20 - Recap of 2021 EpisodesJoin Kelsie as she talks about her favorite episodes since the launch and how they've impacted others. Brook (the podcast's social media manager) and Kelsie would love to hear your thoughts! Listen along and share your input via Instagram or Facebook!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 19 - Perfectly Flawed | Mental HealthJoin Joe and Kelsie as they have a deep conversation on mental health. Joe shares his testimony of depression and suicidal thoughts. Kelsie and Joe talk about the stigma of mental health in the church and touchy topics like anti-depressants, spiritual vs. medical/chemical, and thoughts similar to "Why can't God cure me?". If you or a loved one struggles with depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts, we highly recommend listening to this episode!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 18 - The Higher High: God or Weed?Kelsie invites her friend, Sierra, on the show to discuss marijuana. Have you ever thought to yourself, "does God dislike weed or is it okay?". Listen in as these two discuss opinions, personal stories, and how we can bring everything back to God's desire for us. Sierra and Kelsie both share their testimonies of smoking cannabis in the past (pretty recently) and how their lives have changed since.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 17 - Life of Pastor WivesJoin Kelsie as she invites her church pastor's wives on the show. Cari and Gin are both married to pastors at Kelsie's church, Harvest Time. Kelsie asks questions regarding the good, bad, and the ugly of being married to a pastor.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 16 - Good Grief | Finding Hope in Hopeless PlacesIn this episode, Kelsie invites Holly O'Kelley to share her teen pregnancy and adoption story.
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Picturing PurposeBonus Episode - Astroworld TragedyKelsie asks Brook onto the show to discuss the events that took place during Astroworld in Houston on November 5th, 2021.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 15 - Singlehood (Thirty, Flirty, & Thriving)We hope you enjoy listening to Kelsie and Winter discuss all things millennial and singlehood. Winter is Kelsie's friend from church that is 30, currently single, and "living her best life". Winter shares the good, the bad, and the ugly of being single in your 30's. This one is an easy listen and so much fun - get ready to laugh and feel all of the nostalgia, 90's babies!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 14 - WorshipJoin Kelsie as she talks all things worship with Sean. Sean is a worship leader at Kelsie's church and has seen her and her husband's transformation since their first days at Harvest Time. Kelsie and Sean dive into different interpretations of worship and how we can easily make it less about God and more about us. Our ultimate goal is to keep our heart posture in check and to glorify God in everything we do.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 13 - New Age SpiritualityKelsie and Dana invite Kingdom Church Pastor, Joel W. onto the show to discuss new age spirituality. Do we identity ourselves in horoscopes, crystals, mediums, "ascending", or opening our third eye?...or do we identify ourselves in Christ?
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 12 - Conversations with a pastor and an atheist - Part 1Join Kelsie as she sits down with a pastor and an atheist to discuss different topics. This interview started out as a one time episode for Kelsie, but turned into a "segment" that the podcast would like to continue. This episode is Part 1. Stay tuned for Part 2 in the next few months.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 11 - Childhood Trauma/Fostering ChangeKelsie Jo asks director of Fostering Change, Abby, onto the show. Abby shares her incredible story and how Fostering Change began. Kelsie and Abby discuss how we can overcome trauma and spread love and kindness to others. Trauma does not have to be a significant moment of abuse or physical abandonment. Trauma can be emotional abandonment, being talked down to, taught to be ashamed of yourself, and so many other things. Your trauma does not get discounted if it wasn't as significant as someone else's. Abby shares how we can acknowledge trauma, notice our responses, and grow past our...2021-10-201h 03
Picturing PurposeEpisode 10 - Photography Besties & TithingKelsie Jo invites her local photographer friends Michelle, Danielle, and Whitney onto the show for a special episode on tithing. Kelsie explains her old toxic business traits before she strengthened her relationship with Christ. They also explain how they met each-other and how society perceives "competing" photographers being friends. Anyone should listen to this amazing episode, but if you are a photographer or a self employed business owner - this is a great conversation to invest in. Kelsie and her friends discuss how tithing has impacted their lives, allowing God to lead their businesses, and how they can encourage...2021-10-131h 11
Picturing PurposeEpisode 9 - Marriage RolesJoin Kelsie as she talks about marriage roles with Jake P. Jake is a husband to "go getter" wife, Hannah. Kelsie and Jake discuss the life of a Husband to a wife with leadership gifts and how we can work as a team without dismissing each others roles.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 8 - Social Media InfluencingJoin Kelsie as she talks about social media influencing with Christine Jackson. Christine is a local social media influencer/blogger in Arkansas that also loves being a mom, wife, and Jesus follower. Kelsie and Christine talk about working on social media, keeping a social media presence, trying to juggle it all, and post partum depression.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 7 - Spiritual GiftsKelsie invites her friend Rebecca on the show to answer questions about spiritual gifts. Kelsie and Rebecca talk about different gifts, being deceived by the enemy, and glorifying God with your gifts.
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 6 - Drug AddictionKelsie invites Dana and Hailee on the show to share their personal testimonies of drug addiction. Kelsie never struggled with drugs, but shares her personal story of being an enabler in the past. This episode is like a rollercoaster ride, but let's get real, addiction IS a rollercoaster ride. Kelsie, Dana, and Hailee discuss how we can overcome addictions and find our purpose in life. If you or a loved one is addicted to drugs, please listen to this episode. If you need help getting free from this addiction or need support, reach out to someone you trust or...2021-09-151h 32
Picturing PurposeEpisode 5 - Porn AddictionKelsie invites Micah and London on the show for a tough conversation about porn addiction. Ever since Kelsie became a youth leader, she was blown away with how many young people struggled with porn addiction. Micah and London both share their personal testimonies and how others can overcome it. Kelsie, Micah, and London also dive into the statistics of porn and how it is sex trafficking's number 1 link. If you or your child is going through this, please listen to this episode. If you need help cutting this addiction, reach out to someone you trust or a trusted counselor...2021-09-0854 min
Picturing PurposeEpisode 1 - Meet the HostKelsie invites her friend, Brook S., to interview her for a "get to know the host" episode. Kelsie shares a big part of her personal testimony relating to weight loss, weight gain, plastic surgery, people pleasing, her desperation for love, meeting her husband, and so much more. Listen to this episode to discover Kelsie's WHY for this podcast journey. You won't be disappointed!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 2 - Faith Deconstruction, Church Hurt, & Purity CultureKelsie asks Youth Pastor, Mitch R, some tough questions relating to faith, today's youth, church hurt, and purity culture. Kelsie and Mitch both share some personal testimonies as well as dive into hot topics that need to be acknowledged. Whether you are a gen X, gen Z, millennial, or a parent of these generations... I hope this episode enlightens and encourages you!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 3 - 1st Choice PregnancyKelsie interviews two phenomenal women, Christie and Ashley. Christie and Ashley work with 1st choice pregnancy center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. In this episode listeners will learn more about 1st choice pregnancy, abortion recovery, and much more. Kelsie was blown away by everything this organization offered the community and couldn't believe the counseling and ministry involved as well. Everyone should listen to this episode, but if you or a loved one have been through an abortion or contemplating an abortion, please take the time to listen. We have so many people here to help and encourage you!
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Picturing PurposeEpisode 4 - Food AddictionKelsie invites her friend Hannah P. on the show for a deep conversation about food addiction. Kelsie shares her personal testimony and how she is actively trying to be a healthier person. For the first time in 30 years she is approaching a weight loss adventure with a God mindset and allowing the Holy Spirit to help her end the battle of food addiction. Hannah and Kelsie also discuss the negative stigma behind network marketing. You don't want to miss this one!
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