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CREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTNavigating Waves of Grief: Tools and Strategies for Healing with Kelli Nielsen | 113Welcome back to the Created to Thrive Podcast! In this episode, host Lori K. Snyder continues her conversation with grief expert Kelli Nielsen. If you haven't listened to episode 112 yet, where they discuss a better way to recover from grief and loss, be sure to check it out before diving into this bonus episode. Kelli shares her wisdom and expertise in the field of bereavement healing, offering hope and renewal to those facing devastating loss. She emphasizes the possibility of recovery and the importance of self-care and reprogramming the mind to overcome grief triggers. Kelli's 5-step process can help...2023-11-2128 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTA Better Way to Recover From Grief and Loss with Kelli Nielsen | 112Get practical tools to help you in your grief recovery journey, including neurological strategies.
If you're experiencing the loss of a loved one and searching for tools to navigate this complex emotional landscape, this episode is a beacon of hope and healing.
Kelli Nielsen is a grief recovery expert and author of ‘You’re Not Crazy, You’re Grieving’, who has forged a pioneering and revolutionary path in the field of bereavement healing. With a compassionate embrace of neuroscience and profound personal experience, she has crafted the Grief Relief process, a groundbreak...2023-11-1434 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTBetter Than Miracles with Chris Cree | 111Miracles, signs, and wonders. We all want to see these kinds of things God can do for us, But what if there is something even better than the experiencing the supernatural?
In today’s episode, "Better Than Miracles," Lori K. Snyder and Chris Cree of New CREEations Ministries discuss the importance of why seeking God's face over His hand offers not just a deeper relationship with the Lord but is the pathway for a life of greater purpose, joy, and unwavering faith.
We dive into aligning your identity with God’s truth and embrac...2023-11-0740 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTStand Firm in Your Value and Identity in Christ with Karen McCracken | 110Have you ever felt "not enough" or maybe “too much" according to culture’s impossible standards?
Are you tired of defining yourself by titles or the role that you play, or what you do for people?
Get encouraged in this episode of the Created To Thrive podcast, Lori K. Snyder and guest Karen McCracken discuss finding our true worth and purpose in Christ, rather than in external roles or titles. Discover the life you were created for, by knowing your God-given identity and value.
Here are 3 key takeaways from the con...2023-10-3128 min
CREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTBeyond the Empty Nest: Rekindling Your Passion and Purpose with Ruthie Gray | 109Do you ever think about 'What's next for me? When your kids go off to college or leave your home?
Perhaps you feel a little lost now that the kids have moved out, and are you ready to reclaim it?
In this episode of the Created To Thrive Podcast, host Lori K. Snyder is joined by special guest Ruthie Gray. Together, they discuss transitioning beyond the empty nest phase of life and how to discover one's passion and purpose. Whether you're a parent preparing for your children to leave for college or already n...2023-10-2425 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTLove Always Hopes: Practical Steps to Activate Hope Today |108•Activate Biblical Hope and Unlock the Power Within
•Be Rooted in Love, Thrive in Hope
•Intimacy with God and Identity in Christ
In this episode of the Created To Thrive Podcast, host Lori K. Snyder discusses practical steps to activate hope today.
She emphasizes that biblical hope is not just wishful thinking, but a confident expectation of future good based on God's promises in Christ Jesus, and how it is rooted in love, and our personal relationship with God.
Get equipped and encouraged to deepen their personal relationship with God, em...2023-10-1830 min
CREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow to Overcome Limiting Beliefs to Unlock Your Full Potential with Fred Snyder | 107Have you ever felt like invisible walls are holding you back? Do you catch yourself thinking 'I'm not good enough,' 'I can't do this,' or 'I don't deserve success'? If that sounds like you, then today's episode is your key to breaking free. We're talking about how to overcome limiting beliefs to unlock your full potential.
Fred Snyder joins me for a powerful episode and we’re diving deep into the invisible forces that shape us: our childhood, our culture, our beliefs, and our faith. Why is this important? Because recognizing these shaping facto...2023-10-1027 min
CREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTOvercoming Adversity: How to Trust God’s Plan in Challenging Times with Shayna Rattler | 106Have you ever wondered why God allows adversity in your life?
Ever feel stuck, unable to grow your faith or realize your dreams, and you're starting to question if you're even on the right path?
Is it hard to trust God's plan for you during challenging times?
In episode 106 of the Created To Thrive Podcast, Lori K. Snyder discusses how to overcome obstacles and trust God's plan during adversities with Shayna Rattler.
Key Take-aways:
Why do we need God-shift moments in our lives and why does God...2023-10-0342 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTJoy Despite Trials: It’s More Than Just A Choice with Kyllie Martin | 105Want more joy in your life?
Join Lori K. Snyder as she discusses some misconceptions of joy with author Kyllie Martin. You will gain some practical insights and biblical wisdom that will empower you to cultivate and access joy in every season of life.
Here are the 3 key takeaways from our conversation:
1️⃣ Foster Joy in Your Life: While many of us have heard the phrase "the joy of the Lord is my strength," we aren't often taught how to practically develop and receive that joy. Kylie shared her personal journey of seeking joy, taki...2023-09-2626 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTUnlocking the Power of the Kingdom of God in Your Life with Chris Cree | 104Welcome to the Created To Thrive Podcast, the podcast designed to help you deepen your relationship with God, cultivate healthy mindsets and emotions, and step into your God-given potential.
**FREE Training: How To Experience God's Best For You
+ More Free Resources: https://loriksnyder.com/resources/
In today's episode 104, “Unlocking the Power of the Kingdom of God in Your Life”, we will be discussing the Kingdom of God, and how you can practically experience God’s will for you right now. I have found that the kingdom of God is a topic most peo...2023-09-1934 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTNavigating Storms: Discovering Hope, Healing, and Encouragement in Difficult Times |102Discover how to navigate life's storms with unshakable faith, plus receive prayer.
Tune into this transformative episode of the Created To Thrive Podcast to help you go from surviving to thriving through difficult situations.
A seasoned Bible teacher and resiliency coach, Lori K. Snyder shares indispensable insights into deepening your personal relationship with God, all while reinforcing the power of authentic community support in times of crisis.
Find solace in Lori's wisdom as she dismantles the myth that God is the creator of your challenges, advocating instead for a vision of Go...2023-09-0522 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTCreated To Thrive PodcastAre you tired of just surviving, feeling stuck or like you're just going through the motions?
Are you ready to step into a life of deep fulfillment where you don't just survive, but thrive?
This is the "Created To Thrive" podcast, your go-to destination for spiritual growth, emotional health, and personal transformation.
Hi, I’m your host, Lori K. Snyder, a trauma-informed, certified resiliency coach and licensed minister with my masters in biblical studies.
Whether you want to deepen your relationship with God, cultivate healthy mindsets and emotions, or step into your...2023-08-3001 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThe Power of Hope to Overcome Disappointment and Discouragement with Chris Cree | 98Welcome back to the Created To Thrive Podcast, where we unpack the abundant life that God has designed for each of us. I'm your host, Lori K. Snyder, and today we have a powerful episode lined up for you.
We're diving deep into the power of hope and how it can transform our lives like never before. You see, hope is more than just wishful thinking or empty optimism. It's a confident expectation of future good, anchored in the unfailing promises of God.
Life can be full of disappointments and challenges th...2023-08-0142 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTUnderstanding How Bitterness Develops: Practical Steps Towards Healing and Growth | 97Are you ready to embrace a life of deep fulfillment where you don't just survive, but thrive? Welcome back, to the "Created To Thrive" podcast, your practical guide to emotional healing, spiritual growth, and stepping into your God-given potential.
In today's episode, "Understanding How Bitterness Develops: Practical Steps Towards Healing and Growth," we dive deep into his often overlooked emotion that can silently consume our hearts and minds. Host Lori K. Snyder and guest Lisa Pinney candidly discuss how hurt and prolonged anger can lead to bitterness, and offer insights into healing from abuse, trauma, a...2023-07-2532 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTExploring the Root of Your Anger: What Lies Beneath | 96In this episode, we're continuing our conversation on the topic of anger and exploring its roots. We'll be addressing the underlying emotions that drive our anger and sharing stories and strategies to help you process and manage this powerful emotion in a healthy way.
Anger is an emotion that can often feel overwhelming and uncontrollable. But have you ever stopped to wonder what lies beneath the surface of your anger? What are the root causes that trigger this powerful emotion?
In this episode, titled "Exploring the Root of Your Anger: What Li...2023-07-1826 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTFinding Freedom Through Forgiveness: How To Forgive Others and Yourself | 94Grab my FREE Guide & Prayer: “How To Forgive Someone" https://loriksnyder.com/resources/
Ever been told you need to forgive someone, but don't know how?
Perhaps you have tried and those negative emotions keep coming back.
Have you ever forgiven yourself for past mistakes?
Today's episode is a powerful episode of “Finding Freedom Through Forgiveness: How To Forgive Others and Yourself”.
I’m your host, Lori Snyder, and I will be sharing from my personal healing experience and years of being a spiritual mentor and Bible teacher.
...2023-07-0423 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTBreaking the Pattern: Overcoming Self-Protection Behaviors for a Healthy Future with Lisa Pinney | 92Have you ever been in a cycle of self-protection? Do you long for a healthier, more fulfilling future?
In episode 92 of the Created To Thrive Podcast, my good friend, Lisa Pinney of https://www.wholenessinpractice.com/ and I have an honest conversation where we vulnerably share our experiences with the unhealthy coping strategy of self protection. We unpack the root causes behind self-protective tendencies, and shine a light on the hidden triggers that kept us stuck. We also reveal the practical strategies and mindset shifts needed to break these patterns once and for all.
We s...2023-06-2126 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThe Power of Living Intentionally: Exploring Purpose and Fulfillment in the Second Half of Life with Chris Bruno | 91Exploring mid life, how to do it well and positively affect younger generations.
In this episode, we welcome special guest Chris Bruno, co-founder and CEO of Restoration Project and founder and CEO of ReStory® Counseling. Chris has dedicated his career to helping people come alive and has written extensively on masculine identity, fatherhood, and building genuine friendships.
With his mission and in honor of Father’s Day approaching, Chris is a timely guest. Through personal examples and metaphors, we discuss the importance of recognizing and dealing with personal issues, finding trustworthy mentor...2023-06-1344 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTExperiencing the Unconditional Love of Our Heavenly Father with Lisa Cree | 90Want to grow closer to God to trust Him, then listen in as we explore how to no longer project a rejection and punishment-based relationship from your natural father onto Father God.
In this episode, my good friend and guest Lisa Cree of New CREEations Ministries joins me to provide hope and encouragement to those who have experienced rejection, or a strained or broken relationship with their earthly father.
Lisa shares her own recent journey of recognizing the need to open her heart to receive the transformative power of her Heavenly Father’s love...2023-06-0647 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTEmpowered Within: 3 Key Elements of God’s Power Through the Ministry of the Holy Spirit in Your Life with Fred Snyder | 89Do you want to experience God’s power active in your life and for others?
We just celebrated Pentecost Sunday, where my husband, Fred Snyder, preached at our church, The Gathering Church of St Petersburg, FL.
Today’s episode is that message, where he will help you discover God’s power in and through you, if you are a believer in Jesus Christ.
Fred’s message will help you activate God’s promises in your life by sharing 3 key elements of the ministry of the Holy Spirit, and how He leads you...2023-05-3022 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTSimple Self Care Habits for Introverts: How to Recharge and Live Authentically with Sabrina Schottenhamel | 88Self care is the practice of taking intentional steps to look after your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. Self-care is essential for introverts, who often struggle with feeling overwhelmed and disconnected in a world that can be loud and chaotic.
My friend and guest, Sabrina Schottenhamel joins us today, as specializes in self care for introverts. In this episode, we will talk about how introverts can practice self care to recharge and live authentically.
We discuss the importance of taking time for ourselves, give some practical tips for best self-care practices, and how to...2023-05-2326 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow Soul Health is Key to Thriving with Chris Cree | 87Today, I am sharing a recent live teaching I just had with my friend Chris Cree, of New CREEations Ministries. Chris is the host of a weelky Kingdom Mindsets broadcast called “Two For Tuesday, and I have been honored to be his regular guest. I didn’t want you to miss out on our important conversation, so I’m sharing that with you today. “How Soul Health is Key to Thriving.”
We discuss
•Why soul health is so crucial for individuals seeking to thrive in all areas of life
•What are soul wounds and...2023-05-1736 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTNavigating Betrayal in Marriage: Different Types and How to Begin Healing | 86Have you experienced deep hurt or betrayal?
It’s one thing to have a friend or coworker betray you, but what about your spouse? The one who promised to be faithful, and to love and cherish you forever.
Friend, if you have experienced betrayal of any kind, know that you are not alone! I have walked through these dark waters for many years, and want you to know that there is hope, healing and even reconciliation available.
Today I want to begin a conversation about navigating betrayal and how to begin the he...2023-05-1018 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTConquering Three Barriers to Faith, Hope and Love with Fred Snyder | 85In our journey towards a fulfilling and meaningful life, having faith, hope, and love are essential. It’s crucial we know what will try to oppose us from operating in these virtues.
In today’s episode, my husband, Fred Snyder shares how to recognize what threatens to steal and undermine the thriving life God that intends for us, and how to move forward in joy and peace.
We will highlight 1 Corinthians 13:13 and discuss:
What is faith, hope and love
Why is it important to become aware of fear, unbelief and doubt ...2023-05-0329 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Surrender Control: Three Keys To Help You Let Go and Let God |84Have you ever been told you just need to “let go and let God?”
This is a common phrase, but HOW do you do this and what does that look like?
Do you struggle with letting go of control? Then this episode is for you!
I will share key Scriptures to explore practical tips and spiritual wisdom to help you surrender your burdens and anxieties in order to experience greater peace in your life. You will also gets some keys questions to reflect upon to implement into your life today.
Lear...2023-04-2618 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTGetting Attuned: Take Charge Of Your Emotional Health with Lisa Pinney | 83Want to learn how to tune into your emotional health and experience spiritual rest?
Today I am sharing an interview I recently did on my good friend’s podcast, Attuned For Wholeness with Lisa Pinney, who is an anxiety and unresolved trauma coach. She and her team decided to develop an app to make emotional health, wholeness, and spiritual rest a regular part of daily living. It’s much more than mindfulness, meditation, or deep breathing for stress relief. It’s called the Get Attuned App.
This new app combines self-awareness, with the ability...2023-04-2029 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTRising from the Ashes: Discovering God’s Resurrection Power in the Midst of Despair | 82Are you facing a situation that seems impossible or even dead right now?
Perhaps it’s your marriage, an estranged child, or a dream you’ve had. Maybe it seems like you’ll never find the right spouse, or conceive children, heal from a disease or terminal diagnosis, an addiction; or maybe it’s a business idea that’s never taken off and you are facing bankruptcy.
Despair is a feeling of utter hopelessness and deep sorrow that arises when we face extremely difficult or painful circumstances that seem impossible to overcome. It is a state of...2023-04-1121 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTExploring the Transformative Impact of Jesus’ Death and Resurrection in Your Life | 81As Resurrection Sunday approaches, we celebrate the life-changing power of Jesus' death and resurrection.
His sacrifice showed us how far love can go and its transformative impact in our everyday lives.
We can also take comfort in knowing that no matter what we face or go through, Jesus will always be there to help us through it. Through His death and resurrection, Jesus has given us hope and a promise of living in eternity with Him if we choose to accept Him as our Lord and Savior. But it’s more that just a t...2023-04-0407 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTWhat Does Wait on the Lord Mean with Chris Cree | 80Receive Strength, Courage and Faith in Difficult Times
Waiting is never easy, especially today in our instant gratification society.
Whether it’s a relationship, financial or health issue, or just a transition.
It can be difficult to wait on God, especially when we feel like we have no control over our circumstances.
We often want our problem fixed right now, instead of going through the process of waiting.
Typically, we often act in one of two ways while waiting on a promise from God.
1. We t...2023-03-2839 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Recognize A Narcissistic Relationship: Red Flags To Watch Out For with Vickie Lynn | 79Recognizing and navigating a relationship with a narcissistic individual can be one of the most challenging and emotionally draining experiences. It’s important to be aware of the red flags that come along with this type of relationship, so we can identify potential issues before they arise.
My friend and guest, Vickie Lynn shares some signs and symptoms associated with narcissistic behavior. She is a survivor of 25 years of narcissistic abuse, and is the founder of The Survivor Center, where she equips and empowers women who are forced to share custody with an abusive or narc...2023-03-2241 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTFacing Your Pain Of Negative Experiences with Lisa Pinney | 78Are negative experiences from your past preventing you from thriving today?
Like many, I didn’t realize how past negative or traumatic experiences were affecting my present life, and I felt stuck in a cycle of distress. I had created a cycle of self-sabotaging I didn’t even realize.
In today’s episode, my good friend and personal resiliency coach Lisa Pinney joins me to discuss how we all can take steps towards healing with practical tools and techniques to help you regain control over your life. We want to help you learn...2023-03-1533 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTMiracles: Believing the Impossible is Possible | 77Have you ever experienced a miracle? Do you know of anyone who has?
Miracles are real and still happening today! I am living proof!
In this episode of Created To Thrive Podcast, I share a recent message I recently preached at my local church The Gathering Church of St Petersburg, FL Miracles: Believing the Impossible Is Possible.
I share my testimony of my first physical miracle and then another one that has a practical application of the Scripture form John 4:43-54.
I want to encourage you to eng...2023-03-0840 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTEmbrace Your Story to Live Authentically with Deb Skomba | 76Are you ready to unlock the beauty in your story, and find God’s grace and redemption?
In today’s episode, my friend and guest Deb Skomba joins me to discuss the importance of embracing your story to stop hiding from living authentically!
Ready to break free from our self-imposed limitations and embrace the truth of who you are? Deb’s message is simple: it’s time to come out of the shadows to take ownership of your story and not run from any of it - the good, the bad and the ugly. She...2023-03-0134 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTWalking in Wisdom, Knowledge and Understanding with Fred Snyder | 75Have you ever wondered how to progress from having knowledge, to gaining understanding, to applying wisdom?
In this episode, my husband of thirty years, Fred Snyder, shares some of his transformative journey of living from his head into his heart, to discover the meaningful life he desired.
It's a message he shared with our church, The Gathering Church of St. Pete (Florida).
Fred shares some of his personal story, of how he was tired of living of facade, going through the motions, feeling defeated in life. He was angry at...2023-02-2730 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTReplacing Lies And Breaking Negative Agreements: A Prayer for Renewal and Healing | 74Have you ever had negative words spoken over you?
Perhaps you have spoken some over yourself and partnered with a lie about yourself.
It's time to replace those lies with truth!
In today's episode, I have a prayer for you and then give you a practical exercise to exchange a lie for God's truth.
Freedom and healing awaits you today!!
Please share this with your family and friends.
Ready for a new level of connecting with God that leads to greater joy, freedom and...2023-02-1512 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHealing from Trauma: Understanding Trauma Responses and Ways to Move Forward with Sharon Wegman | 73Traumatic events can keep us stuck from living the life we desire. Often we don't recognize our own trauma responses in order to experience freedom and healing.
In today's episode, my friend and trauma expert Sharon Wegman, shares the importance of becoming trauma informed, and understanding how traumatic experiences impact on your emotional, mental and physical health, and relationships. Most importantly, how to create a path toward recovery.
Sharon is the owner of Wellsprings Solutions, a faith-based counseling center focusing on healing the body, soul, and spirit. Sharon owns a coaching business called The...2023-02-0835 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTNavigating Grief: 3 Keys To Moving Forward After Loss + Tips To Help Others | 72Grief is a natural emotion that comes with experiencing loss, whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a marriage, or the loss of a dream. It can be difficult to navigate grief and find ways to move forward after such an event.
In today’s episode, I give you helpful strategies that can help you process grief to move forward. I will share some of my own journey and how I discovered a biblical blueprint to help me move forward through my pain and experience healing and peace.
T...2023-01-3035 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTNew Level Faith: Believing God To Do His Works | 71It’s time to step into a new level of faith and trusting God.
With a new year comes new goals. As a spiritual growth coach, I want to help you grow deeper with Jesus, be His representative and experience all He intends for you.
What is normal Christianity to you?
What do you believe about Father God, Jesus and Holy Spirit?
What do you believe about yourself and does that align with how God sees you in Christ?
What are the works of God?
How do you do the works of God?
In...2023-01-2624 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHeart Connection With God. Guidance And Tips To Grow In Your Faith With Chris Cree |70How do we love God with our heart, soul, mind and strength? (The greatest commandment)
What is the heart?
How are each of these areas different?
What does it mean to be still and know God? (Psalm 46:10)
Often we focus on the intellectual part of our relationship with God, doing activities such as Bible reading, prayer, and attending church from the head rather than from the heart. However, loving God is actually a response to Him first loving us.
Join me and my friend Chris Cree, who i...2023-01-1841 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTUnlocking Your Potential: How To Overcome 3 Key Barriers To Achieve Your Goals |69Do you want to make positive changes this year and unlock you true potential?
When it comes to achieving our goals and living a fulfilling life, there are certain things that can hold us back from thriving. In this episode, I want to discuss 3 roadblocks you need to become aware of and the strategies to help you overcome them.
Lori K. Snyder shares biblical truths and gives you some actionable tools to help you overcome oppositions and move forward to achieve your goals and dreams.
Learn how to personalize sc...2023-01-1137 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTFinding Wholeness in the Midst of Feeling Unworthy and Broken |68Do you ever feel unworthy, unlovable, inadequate, broken vessel, not good enough, smart enough, spiritual enough…?
Are you struggling with an issue or confronted by painful memories or brokenness?
Trauma affects our body, emotions, thoughts and beliefs, and we need healing from these events.
The good news is Jesus understands our brokenness and can help!
Brokenness was not the end of the story for Jesus, and through Him, neither is it the end of our story!
Through Jesus Christ, we can experience physical, emotional and spiri...2023-01-0520 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTWhat’s Been Given To You Through Salvation. + Declarations To Speak Over Yourself Today | 67There are many gifts within the gift of salvation.
I want to help you discover and activate all that is available to you through Jesus’ cross and resurrection.
1. We get a new Father. (John 1:12-13)
2. We get a new nature and identity change. (2 Corinthians 5:17) We undergo a radical internal change. Our old self has been crucified with Christ, and we have a brand-new self, which is created in righteousness and holiness. You have a new nature. Identity - We are created in His image. We have the spiritual DNA of God.
...2022-12-2815 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTJesus, Salvation, Joy and Peace: Christmas’ Greatest Gifts | 66The announcement of the birth of Jesus is such an encouraging message of great joy, hope, love and peace.
I want to tie in the birth of Jesus with His resurrection, and what we have available today, in the New Covenant. Jesus is the best gift ever given. He is the Savior of the world. His name in the Hebrew, Yeshua means salvation.
Looking to find joy, peace, and salvation in Jesus? Discover the power of Jesus and how He can lift you out of whatever darkness or pain you may be facing. Lea...2022-12-2216 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTTrue Meaning Of Salvation. Experience All of Its Benefits | 65***Get you FREE Bible Training: How To Live In God’s Best For You! LoriKsnyder.com/free-training/
Understand what God has made available to you through Jesus’ obedience and finished work.
Jesus is the Savior of the World, Prince of Peace, Immanuel....
Salvation means more than the forgiveness of our sins so we can go to heaven! Salvation includes deliverance, protection, prosperity, peace, healing and wholeness. It sums up all of the blessings bestowed by God on those who are in Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit!
J...2022-12-1430 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Overcome Loneliness | 63More than ever, many people feel disconnected, isolated and lonely. There is a difference between being alone and being lonely.
I know what it's like to feel alone while in a marriage!
Being alone can be described as independent, solitary, on your own, separated from other people.
Experiencing loneliness is feeling sad or a having sense of despair from being apart from other people, abandoned, rejected, having a lack of companionship. Loneliness often results from a trauma or crisis due to the death of a loved one, a divorce, a separation, or a ma...2022-11-2934 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Recognize And Navigate Difficult Or Toxic Relationships with Vickie Lynn | 62How do you become aware or recognize if you are in an unhealthy relationship or environment?
What are some red flags that could signal that your relationship with a spouse, family member, friend, boss, etc. is unhealthy ?
How do you discover your value and worth if you have been emotionally, verbally, physically or spiritually abused?
What are some tips to help you set healthy boundaries especially during the holidays?
Vickie Lynn, founder of The Survivor Center, where she equips and empowers women who are f...2022-11-2134 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThe Importance of Loving Yourself In Order To Love Others Well | 61How you view yourself will impact how you view and love others.
Too often, we can have a wrong view of who God is and we we are, which will affect how we relate to others.
This impacts how we fulfill the greatest Commandment.
In Matthew 22:37-39 “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’
In John 13:34, Jesus sa...2022-11-1522 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Have a Thriving Soul | 60Is it well with your soul?
Have you ever been taught HOW to process your strong emotions and experience health and wholeness?
3 John 2:1 Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.
The King James Version begins the verse with John saying ”Beloved, I wish above all things…”
Why Emotional Wellness Is Critical To Our Health, Relationships and Life:
Transformation is an inside out process. Often we can focus on disciplining ourselves to look at our thoughts and renewi...2022-11-0927 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThe Difference Between Faithfulness and Obedience | 59Do you struggle with obedience?
Is it difficult surrendering to God?
I invite you into a faithfulness mindset shift, instead of focusing on obedience. Here's why:
Faithfulness is living from the inside-out, where your heart is involved, and it’s transformative. Obedience doesn’t mean God has our heart and won’t transform us. Obedience trains us to follow God’s Word, but we can obey but not love. Often, obedience can be of performance and a punishment-based relationship vs. God’s loving kindness and faithfulness.
Our greatest comm...2022-11-0137 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTWhy Is This Storm Happening: God, Do You Even Care | 57Have you ever asked this question?
Are you angry at God for not doing something about your situation?
When we are going through difficult situations, we want answers... to understand, to give meaning and purpose, and to somehow find comfort in them.
Where do you go when you are in the midst of a challenging circumstance?
What or Who do you turn to?
I believe the real question behind the "why" of a storm is: “Lord, do you love me?” “If you love me, why don’t you...2022-10-1829 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Have Wisdom And Peace During Life’s Storms | 56Do you want to live by faith, where you trust God for provision, protection and to work it all out for your good.
I want to guide you in being led by God’s Spirit and Truth, so that no matter your situation, you don’t have to feel helpless, hopeless or fearful.
In this episode, I share some key Scriptures and ways to experience calmness, wisdom and peace in the midst of your circumstance.
Key Scriptures and 5 Ways
The answers are found in having a close, personal relationship with Je...2022-10-1227 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTDid God Cause A Storm In Your Life? Biblical Truths To Understand God’s Nature To Prepare For Life’s Storms | 55Have you ever blamed God for a crisis in your life? Most people have.
We all face various storms and trials in life, whether it’s a relationship, job or financial situation, or health crisis. However, God doesn’t send a storm; He’s the answer to the storm!
We just experienced a huge, devastation hurricane called Ian here in Florida. We had to suddenly evacuate our home as we were in the direct path of a category 3 hurricane. Only through Jesus could we have calmness, wisdom and peace to leave our home, not knowing what we wo...2022-10-0628 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Experience Emotional Wellness with Lisa Pinney | 54Did you know that your emotions can unveil the deep desires of your heart?
Do you want to learn how to identify your emotional needs, heart desires, and heal from trauma?
I am beginning a new series on how we can thrive mentally, emotionally and spiritually, with a biblical viewpoint.
It's vital we learn how to be self-aware and have heart filling desires be met by God in order to live in His rest and peace.
Today, my good friend, Lisa Pinney is my guest. She is the...2022-09-2825 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTForgiveness: A Key to a Lasting MarriageForgiveness is the third key to a lasting marriage. This episode is a continuation of episode 53 as it ended abruptly.
My husband, Fred and I continue to share a third key to a successful, lasting marriage: the importance of forgiveness.
Forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves, it’s a choice and a process.
In the previous episode 53,we discuss
•what’s it look like to be the spiritual head of the household
•what is authentic spiritual leadership, where Jesus is the focus and model. (Matthew 20:20)
•God is a God of ord...2022-09-2110 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTOur 3 Keys To Having A Lasting Marriage | 53We know what it’s like to struggle in marriage and want to quit.
After many very challenging years, we did. Seventeen years ago we separated and filed for divorce.
Then God did a miracle in our hearts, and we chose to work through our pain, forgive and evaluate our beliefs.
He showed us how to heal, reconcile, and rebuild with the right biblical foundation and tools. God redeemed our dead marriage.
Today, we are celebrating 30 years of marriage!
In this episode, my husband, Fred Snyder shares his pe...2022-09-1931 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTFive Things You Must Know About God’s Plan For You | 52Is Jeremiah 29:11 one of your favorite Bible verses? “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
I talk to people every day who want to know the plan God has for them. They say, if He would tell me what to do, then I would do it.
Can you relate?
For many years, I was a human "doer." I was trying to do things to become something, and to get God...2022-09-1318 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTKnowing God Intimately: 3 Crucial Aspects of Relating To The Trinity | 51For too many years, I did all of the Christian disciplines: read the Bible, prayed, went to church and serve faithfully…but had no clue how to relate to God on an intimate level. I certainly didn’t know about the role of the Holy Spirit in my life. I knew “about” God, but not as a loving Father!
One day, in 2006, I heard "a benediction” at the end of a bible radio show, and my ears and eyes were opened. It was 2 Corinthians 13:14 in the Message translation: “The amazing grace of the Master, Jesus Christ, the ex...2022-09-0541 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Receive From God: Mindsets, Prayer + Activations | 50Do you want to learn how to receive God’s Best for you?
Do you want to hear God more confidently and have a more productive prayer life?
Today, I am sharing one of my group mentoring sessions from 2021, to help you grow in receiving from the Lord, to walk in His fullness of life.
*I have prayer and activations towards the end, so make sure you listen to the entire teaching to receive what He wants to share with you.
Jesus said unless we are like chil...2022-08-2927 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTTips To Reset and Refocus for Growth with Frannie Foltz | 49Need a reset or refocus for the remainder of this year?
With the new school year often brings more structure and routine so this is a perfect opportunity to reevaluate and refocus our goals both in every area of our life. Summer is coming to an end and the autumn season is approaching.
In episode 49, my close friend and guest, Frannie Foltz with Shine With Frannie, discuss the importance of taking time to reevaluate and refocus our lives, possibly restructure certain areas so we can grow and move forward in all as...2022-08-2227 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTOvercome Four Fears That Hold You Back | 48Is fear holding you back from moving forward to pursue your dreams?
I talk to women every day how express some type of fear in various ways. I want to help you recognize them so you can stop limiting yourself and move forward with courage and boldness.
Today, I am going to discuss four main fears that prevent you from embracing change and then give you the antidote so you can succeed.
My heart’s desire is to see people thriving and living in the fullness of God. I have...2022-08-1724 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTFour Keys to Help You Transition Well and Embrace Change | 47
Are you in a season of transition?
Do you have fear or dread regarding this season of change?
Want guidance in how to successfully embrace change?
I see and hear you my friend, and want to help guide you through this transition with joy and peace.
In this episode, I teach how Joshua 1:1-9 gives us instructions on how to transition well.
I have four important keys to help you with your mindset along with action steps to move forward with confidence and success.
...2022-08-0930 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTSelf Care: Nine Important Questions To Help Your Thrive Today | 46Need to prioritize your self care?
In today’s episode, I want to give you a free mini-coaching session, to help you evaluate where you are right now in order to care for yourself, your relationships and/or business. It's time to stop spinning you wheels, move forward with meaning and value, to build a life you love!
Let's Begin Now!
You will want to ask yourself these self-awareness or discovery questions in respect to the three main areas of your life:
•personally
•relationally
•professionally
What’s working?
What’s not?
What’s the next step?
What motivates and/or energizes me?
Wh...2022-08-0115 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTTransformation Process and Freedom with Fred Snyder | 45Transformation is a process that requires vision, purpose, intentionality and help!
Fred and Lori K. Snyder discuss their own experiences and why the transformation process is necessary to live in God’s Best for you. Transformation is not easy but it is necessary to build a thriving live.
It’s an inside-out process and requires intentional work. Our heart is like a garden that must be guarded and maintained.
Key Scriptures
Proverbs 4:23
John 10:10
Psalms 127:1
For additional insight, listen to these three episodes...2022-07-2527 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTFree to Be Me: Four Tips to Get Unstuck to Become the Authentic You | 44Ever felt like an imposture, trying to be someone else or striving to achieve success?
Tired of playing life small, feeling less than or unworthy?
Has the pain of the pain or words from others held you back from flourishing?
Friend, I have been there many times, and recently had to press through to go to a new level in my own “real” journey.
In episode #44, I share some of my story and give four tips that will help you experience the freedom to be you.
I wan...2022-07-1923 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTWhat is Brainspotting and How It Could Help You Experience Freedom, Joy and Peace with Marie Larson | 43Brainspotting: how it works and how it could help you.
In episode 43, my guest and friend, Marie Larson joins me to discuss how she combines the power of neuroscience and prayer to transform the lives of women and men who are challenged with emotional, mental and physical traumas.
Marie is a Life Consultant with Vibrant Life Consulting. Her unique approach combines prayer and a brain-based therapy called “brainspotting” to help identify and heal grief and loss, major life transitions, anxiety, depression, emotional and sports traumas, and creative performance enhancement. Marie was also my guest i...2022-07-1130 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThree Important Steps to Experience Financial Freedom and Success with Fred Snyder | 42Do you feel stuck or trapped in a way of living right now that leaves you feeling hopeless?
Perhaps you have a financial burden that keeps you up at night with fear and uncertainty of the future. Or a bad habit, an addiction, or a destructive relationship that you feel enslaved to.
The Good News is that there is breakthrough and freedom available for you today!
In this episode, Lori and Fred Snyder share some insights of their own freedom journey and how the Gospel has the power to transform us! They discuss...2022-07-0421 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Forgive Someone with Marie Larson | 41Have you ever found yourself frustrated or angry at God?
Maybe you get easily triggered or have a hard time forgiven people who have hurt you.
Do you want to forgive, but don’t know how? Here's the process of forgiving someone:
In this episode, my friend and guest Marie Larson, of Vibrant Life Consulting joins me to discuss the process of removing the obstacles that keep you from experiencing a thriving life, and how to step into emotional, mental and spiritual health. It’s like having your own therapy session, as we...2022-06-2745 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTReceiving God’s Love For You: A Key to Transformation
Our greatest need is to love and be loved. We first need to receive God’s unconditional love for us, before we can truly love others well. God is Love.
In this bonus episode, Chris Cree and Lori Snyder discuss God's love and its role in transforming our lives. Lori will share the key to enhancing our ability to believe, trust, and unlock your faith to activate God's promises.
Another episode that would be helpful is Episode 40 "The Goodness of God".
• Want to experience a deeper relationship with God, grow in your understanding of your true value and identity in Christ...2022-06-2335 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow to Receive God’s Love FOR You | 40Do you struggle with receiving God’s love or believing how He values and sees you?
Perhaps it's difficult because of your relationship with your earthly/natural father or other authority figures in your life?
It’s Father’s Day, so in this episode, Fred and Lori Snyder discuss our Heavenly Father’s true nature, goodness and unconditional love for us. God doesn’t want your performance nor duty; He wants your heart and to have a deep, personal, trusting relationship with him. However, trust requires knowing someone's character and nature.
They d...2022-06-2028 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow to Live From Purpose to Fulfill Your Calling with Clint Byars | 39Have you ever struggled with wanting to know God’s will, purpose and calling for your life? In this episode, my good friend and guest Clint Byars, shares his helpful steps of discovering how to live from purpose and fulfill your call. We talk about God’s will, how your purpose and calling are not the same, and how to determine whom you are called to serve. I know what Clint has to say will encourage, educate and challenge you to move forward.
Clint Byars is the founding and lead pastor of Forward Church in Sharpsburg Georgia. He ha...2022-06-1344 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTBelieving and Waiting in Faith to Receive God’s Promises with Dr. Cathy Taig | 38Do you have a hard time waiting, especially for a promise in God’s Word to become your reality?
In our head we know we are to be patient, so we go through the process, but it’s very challenging in our heart. Especially if you have been waiting a long time for something like a spouse, a child, a healing, a job promotion…. We can easily try to take matters in our own hands to make something happen, but what if that still doesn’t work.
How do you not give up or quit believing...2022-06-0741 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThe Role of Holy Spirit In Your Life | 37Have questions about who is the Holy Spirit and what His role is in your life?
In this episode, Fred and Lori Snyder share in a practical way who He is, how to cooperate with Him to release His power in your life. He is your Helper, Comforter, Spirit of Truth, Counselor, Coach and so much more. Learn how you are made righteous by putting your faith in Jesus and then how the Holy Spirit will help you walk in your true identity and how to partner with Him.
They will discuss Key Scriptures:
2022-06-0239 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThree Keys To Overcome Boring, Stuck or Frustrated Faith | 36If you feel stalled, are stuck, or even frustrated with your spiritual growth, then you are not alone. Boring prayer life?
We all can go through seasons where we are not experiencing the growth and results we desire.
Today’s episode will encourage and equip you to move forward. Fred and Lori Snyder discuss some keys they have learned over the years that will help propel you in your faith journey. They practically share some key Scriptures and explain the importance of having three types of knowledge, in order to gain understanding and god...2022-05-2329 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThree Things That Negatively Shape Your View of God and Your Life | 35Do you have a difficult time trusting God or seeing Him as a loving Father because of how you relate to your natural, earthly father?
Our view of God as Father greatly affects how we relate to Him, see ourself, and ultimately the life we live.
In episode 35, Fred and Lori Snyder will discuss three areas that can shape our view of God: performance, our family history, and religious teachings. These areas can cause us to question the goodness of God based on our past experiences, limited natural understanding, ignorance of the gospel an...2022-05-1632 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTKeys to Experiencing More Joy in Your Life with Chris Cree | 34Want to experience more joy in your life?
In this episode, I share a live teaching and discussion with my friend, Chris Cree, of New CREEations Ministries. We discuss how we can practically experience God’s love, joy and peace on a regular basis.
Joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit…God’s abiding presence. Joy sustains you and gives confidence to move forward in faith, despite your circumstances. We discuss how the joy of the Lord is your strength, and how Jesus instructed us to abide in His love and that He woul...2022-05-1136 min
CREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTConquer Fear With Truth with Fred Snyder | 33Fear is being sold to us everywhere we turn. Fear of the unknown, fear of man, fear of war, fear of making mistakes or taking risks.... Fear is a thief that steals, kills and destroys the life that God intends for us: one that thrives. It's the enemy of trusting God and walking by faith.
We must recognize when we are anxious or fearful--that it's a story we are telling ourselves that isn't based on God's Word, rather on past experiences, trauma, vain imaginations, wrong mindsets, etc., and then overcome all that keeps us trapped from moving...2022-05-0325 min
CREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThat Obstacles That Hinder Your Relationship With God and Others with Fred Snyder | 32Many have knowledge of God, instead of relational experience with Him.
In today’s episode, Fred and Lori discuss the importance of recognizing three key obstacles which prevent people from having a thriving relationship with God and others.
They share real life examples of how they overcame wrong mindsets and limiting beliefs to transform their marriage and establish healthy relationships.
Key Scriptures:
2 Corinthians 3:12-18
John 4:21-24
*Help support this podcast with a tax-deductible donation: https://loriksnyder.com/about/snyder-ministries/
Connect with Lori on IG...2022-04-2530 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTDiscovering You Identity in Christ | 31Struggle with your value, identity and worth?
Want to know your identity in Christ?
Today I practically share how to put on the truth of who you are in Christ and what is available to you. This is a Bible study/mentoring session I did in my home several years ago, where you get to join in and listen to our discussion on this important topic.
You will get some exercises to help you walk in the truth and freedom of God's Word and understand what was accomplished for you in the finished...2022-04-2018 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTOvercoming Insecurity and Releasing Self Doubt with Crystal Daye | 29Today’s episode will encourage you to breakthrough insecurities and limiting beliefs, overcome obstacles and turn your mess into a powerful message!
My guest today is Crystal Daye, founder of DayeLight Publishers, has a beautiful testimony of the redeeming power of Christ. Crystal was born in Kingston Jamaica. After living a life of partying, poverty, promiscuity, being abused and struggling with feelings of inadequacy, she encountered Jesus Christ and found true purpose. Now she is passionate about empowering women to deepen their intimacy with God, discover their identity and use their own message to impact liv...2022-04-0448 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTEliminating Weight: A Soul and Body Connection for Whole Health with Frannie Foltz | 28My passion is to help people thrive in all aspects of life and live in whole health. The health and wellness industry talk a lot about exercising and restricting foods in order to lose weight, but there are some other key components to being healthy.
In this episode, I was a guest on my close friend’s podcast, the Shine With Frannie Show, and we get very real to discuss some topics that most people are very embarrassed about but have issues with: digestion, bowel movements and emotional/mental pain. We are a three part bein...2022-03-3138 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThree Hindrances and Two Keys to Walk By Faith | 27I believe that our life is a progressive series of saying "yes" to the Lord. From small ones of just having a positive attitude for the day, to the really big ones that lead to fulfilling a dream. I am specifically going to share three hindrances and then two major keys to walking by faith.
Fear is the number one hindrance that will prevent you from surrendering to God’s leading. However, God’s perfect love casts out fear; faith works through love.
We are all on a journey of learning to trust and fo...2022-03-2936 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTGiving God Your YES To Discover Your Purpose with Chris Cree and Lisa Cree | 26Learning to walk by faith is a process of knowing God’s Word and character, developing trust and confidence, and courageously take steps of faith. We are all on a journey of taking steps to discover all that God has for us.
Chris and Lisa Cree, of New CREEations Ministries join me to discuss how their desire for a more fulfilling life led them to leave their careers and step into the unknown by saying “Yes” to God’s leading. They share how they grew in knowing God more intimately through His Word, and surrendering their will...2022-03-2150 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTUprooting Lies To Build The Life You Desire with Fred Snyder | 25Build a life you love!
God has great plans and a future for you, to thrive in all aspects of life.
Fred and Lori Snyder share some key lessons they learned after marital reconciliation to rebuild their lives upon God’s firm foundation. Fred, who is a builder by trade, uses building a house as a metaphor for the process of building your life.
Fred describes one necessary part of the building process as “clearing the land”. He uses this as a spiritual metaphor to understand the necessity of tearing down idols, and rootin...2022-03-1435 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTCounting The Costs to Live by Faith with Fred Snyder | 24When you are on a journey of growing in faith you will experience opposition. We want to equip and encourage you to keep moving forward to build the life God desires for you, one that gives meaning and fulfillment.
My husband, Fred and I share some keys from Luke 14 on what it takes to build a life of faith and the process of trusting God, overcoming fear and opposition, and moving forward to live your best life. What's it mean to "take up your cross to follow Jesus?
We discuss three ke...2022-03-0729 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow We Counted The Costs To Follow Jesus with Fred Snyder | 23Does fear hold you back from pursuing all that God desires for you?
Are you wanting to learn to walk by faith, not by natural sight or understanding?
Be encouraged, as Fred and Lori share their journey of how they went “all in” to follow Jesus. Fred laid down a successful career to go to Bible college, not to change careers but for the sole purpose of knowing God and becoming who He created him to be. Lori is very transparent on how money was a stronghold (idol) and how the Lord helped her overcome a lac...2022-02-2824 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThree Keys To Walking By Faith With Fred Snyder | 22My husband, Fred Snyder, shares his journey of how he exited his successful professional career in order to follow the desire of his heart to go deeper in his relationship with God and become all who God created him to be.
In 2011, Fred was a vice president with a fortune 500 company but knew there was more meaning to life than he was currently experiencing. We share our journey leading up to moving to Colorado to attend Andrew Wommack Ministries, Charis Bible College for two years.
Fred didn’t have the goal of g...2022-02-2135 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTFrom Fear to Faith: A Transformation Journey with Fred Snyder | 21Overcome limiting beliefs, self-hatred, and negative past experiences.
My husband, Fred Snyder joins me to discuss his transformation journey of how he had to change the view of himself and of God to experience the life he desired.
In this episode, we discuss how our wrong beliefs nearly destroyed our marriage, and how we all must examine what we believe about God and ourselves to align with His Word. As we turned our hearts towards the Lord, He turned our hearts toward one another and showed us a new way of living abundantly by...2022-02-1434 min
CREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Trust God with Fred Snyder | 20Do you feel like there is more to life than you are experiencing, but not sure how to achieve it? Are you tired of allowing fear or limiting beliefs to hold you back from having God's best?
In this episode my husband, Fred Snyder, shares some of his faith journey of how he had to face his fears, renew his mind and learn to trust God in order to take steps of faith.
From a country boy to a corporate executive, he shares how he overcame obstacles in order to experience a thriving life. Fred d...2022-02-0725 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThriving In Faith, Fitness and Fun with Frannie Foltz | 19The mission of the Created to Thrive podcast is to support you in your journey of living in whole health: spirit, soul and body. I am passionate about helping you thrive in all aspects of life, to reach your full potential, and have the life God intends for you.
In today’s episode, my close friend, Frannie Foltz shares her personal wellness journey, of how she used faith, fitness and fun to lose and maintain a weight loss of nearly 125 lbs. for well over twenty years. Through her relationship with the Lord, she learned how to be...2022-01-3134 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTDiscover How God Sees: Your True Identity In Christ | 18If you struggle to receive God's goodness, love and acceptance independent of your performance, this podcast episode will set you free!
I teach on Ephesians 1:6-7 and how God relates to us as Believers in Christ. Listen in on what your inheritance is in the New Covenant, and how you are His in the Beloved!
If you struggle with performance approval, learn how to identify with your position in Christ, through putting your faith and trust in His finished work on the cross and resurrection. You are highly favored, blessed and deeply loved. It's time t...2022-01-2518 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Enjoy The Season You Are In | 17Get actionable steps to experience the Lord's joy, peace and grace in this season of life.
Whatever season you are in, I want you to thrive! I share a word the Lord spoke to my heart several years ago when I was in a very challenging season. This word caused the life of Christ to flow in and through me; it's a NOW word for you!
Whatever season you are in--whether its one of transition, illness, grief, waiting...there is hope and encouragement for you today!
The Best is yet to co...2022-01-1813 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHow To Grow Closer To God: Practical Tips and Keys | 16Do you desire a deeper relationship with the Lord? In this episode I share tips and keys on how to go to a deeper level in your faith journey. I teach on some key Scriptures to help you develop a foundation and understand your identity in Christ, so you can thrive instead of striving to perform or make faith happen.
You were created for an intimate relationship with Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We are to live by faith, and not by sight, but faith requires trust; trust depends upon knowing someone personally instead of ju...2022-01-1034 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTHealing For The Brokenhearted: When All Hope Seems Lost | 12Hope and healing for the broken hearted, Marital separation, overcome divorce, loneliness during the holidays.
Many people right now are struggling with hopelessness and a sense of loss. I understand, as I have been there. Sixteen years ago, I was faced with the ending of my marriage, along with my hopes and dreams of the life I desired.
In this episode, I share our story of when my husband and I separated and entered into divorce. Facing what seemed to be a hopeless situation, I desperately turned to the Lord to heal my broken heart and restore hope for my fut...2021-12-1335 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTPrepare Your Heart To Thrive Despite Your Circumstances | 08I know what it's like to experience stress, loss, loneliness and sadness while everyone says it's to be a time of celebration, thanksgiving and joy, but also how to overcome and flourish!
This is the first episode in a series, Hope for the Holidays where I discuss key things to help you prepare for what is ahead. I will help build a foundation to help you overcome any situation and establish your heart in the love and truth of Christ.
In the following episodes, I will share how to overcome the traps/pitfalls of...2021-11-2230 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThree Questions to Ask About Reading the Bible | 06How long should I read my Bible every day?
I discuss three important questions you should ask yourself to find your own answer in how long you should read your Bible each day.
While there are successful principles to follow, we are all unique and go through different seasons with different purposes.
*These key questions are for anything you do, not just for spiritual growth, so you can apply them to everything in life.
If you have a question you would like me to answer, please email me at:
lori@loriksnyder.com
or DM me on Instagram or Facebook @lor...2021-11-0810 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTBible Translation: What Version of the Bible Should I Read | 05One of the top spiritual mentoring questions I get asked is, "Which version of the Bible should I be reading?"
My simple answer is to start with using a study Bible in a translation that you can easily read and understand. But I go in more detail and I have two important questions you need to ask yourself in order to decide.
Personally, I utilize several translations, depending upon my focus.
Please share this with anyone who needs to know!
Let's Connect:
https://loriksnyder.com
IG or FB...2021-11-0109 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTGod Desires Relationship With You | 04God wants a personal relationship with you, not your religious duty.
I wish someone would have taught me this when I first became a Christian!
In this episode, I will teach key aspects of John 3:16 in a deeper way, to help you understand what God desires to have with you. In John 17:3, Jesus defines eternal life as knowing God and His Son, Jesus Christ in a very personal way; it’s not just about your sins being forgiven so one can live in heaven one day. It's much more than that! It’s about experiencing a pe...2021-10-2831 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTThree Keys To Thriving Instead of Striving or Just Surviving | 03You were created to thrive, not just survive! Let's unlock your full potential without anxiously striving.
In this episode I share three key things to help you begin thriving in all aspects of life. I will share three crucial key questions you need to ask yourself so you can grow and flourish, and overcome any challenges and obstacles.
You were created on purpose and for purpose, and I want to help you reach your full potential! It's time to invest in yourself! So grab a notebook and pen for this one, as I will have some ke...2021-10-2021 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTWelcome, Purpose and Get to Know Me | 02We were created to thrive, not strive nor just survive! God wants a deep, personal relationship with you, not your performance or duty.
Hi! I'm Lori Snyder. I know what it’s like to struggle to live the “Christian” life. For many years, I strived to please God, yet was self-sufficient and lived a facade to cover up my broken heart. I was bound by unforgiveness, fear, toxic thoughts and emotions. I related to God based on my performance, while consistently stuck in a cycle of sin-consciousness and condemnation.
I have also struggled at times, stuck and merely surviving.
However, I now live...2021-10-0517 minCREATED TO THRIVE PODCASTTrailer: You Were Created To Thrive!Do you hunger for a deeper connection with God, where you can confidently hear His voice, and walk in wisdom and power?
In this podcast, I will teach God’s Word in a simple and practical way, so you can thrive emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and relationally. I will share biblical truths to help you become who God created you to be, and have the life He desires for you. I will help you connect the dots to understand the Bible better, give you “ah-ha” moments to help you walk in wisdom, joy and victory!
You will also hear real "go...2021-10-0103 min