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Growing Wild"Free Birds" : chatting about Freedom with Bryant WoodListen in on Sarah's discussion with Bryant Wood, a participant and collaborator in Growing Wild. Learn what it means to fly as a "free bird" as they reflect on what Freedom means to them, and how it has transformed their daily lives. 2025-05-2948 min
Growing WildJOY : the power of "thank you"Step into your super power, and get ready to discover the fullness of Joy. When we learn the power of the spoken word, we will think twice about complaining. Music: "It's a Beautiful Day""Step Into Your Power" Ray LaMontagne GW Playlist 2025-04-2827 minGrowing WildPEACE: persisting with courageHow does the Peace that Jesus gives us differ from the world's peace? In this episode, Sarah is joined by her husband, Robert, as they reflect on coming to know and experience the Peace of God in their lives. In this episode, find creative tools and perspectives for overcoming people-pleasing, and discover why courage is critical if we want to live in the Light of God's purpose. Music: open with "Made for More" Bethel Music close with "Peace Train" Cat Stevens find them on the Growing Wild playlist 2025-04-2146 minGrowing WildRest : the compassion of GodRest is the activation of our trust, hope and love in God. It is the gift of quiet, stillness, of reconciliation and restoration. Be inspired to see rest in a new light, and watch how your calendar and to-do list transform when we learn to carefully consider what and who is at the root of our life goals. Worship: open with "Witness" by Passion & Melodie Malone close with "Let the Ground Rest" by Christ Renzema Find these songs and others on the Growing Wild Playlist 2025-04-1246 min
Growing WildLOVE : the sunlight of presenceThe Love of God is like sunlight! And we were made to live in it!...no more than that...we were made to bask in it! And when we attempt to live without it, our lives are highly affected . On this episode, Sarah inspires us to step out of the cool shadows and freely bask in the light of God's Love— a sensation we were designed to experience and greatly enjoy. View the "Garden Work" painting here. Prints now available Worship music: Growing Wild Playlist “I Am Your Beloved” Jonathan David Helser...2025-04-0753 minGrowing WildHOPE: a home for perspectiveOk, what is hope anyway? In this episode, Sarah explores the biblical understanding of this free gift of HOPE, and how our belief in Jesus actually gives us a "home in Hope" to return to each day; Hope is a home where we restore what the world tries to take from us. worship songs: open and close with "I Need You More" by Will Reagan see also Growing Wild Playlist 2025-04-021h 06Growing WildHOPE: a home for perspectiveOk, what is hope anyway? In this episode, Sarah explores the biblical understanding of this free gift of HOPE, and how our belief in Jesus actually gives us a "home in Hope" to return to each day; Hope is a home where we restore what the world tries to take from us. worship songs: open and close with "I Need You More" by Will Reagan see also Growing Wild Playlist 2025-04-011h 06Growing WildTRUST: a foundation for relationshipTrust, as we know, is the foundation of all fruitful relationships. During "a season of Trust", as she refers to it, Sarah found herself forming a deep sense of Trust in God which would lead to a the Garden-like relationship we are exploring Growing Wild. In this episode, as we continue to explore life with God in "the wild" , we will explore the trustworthiness of our Heavenly Father, and discuss what it looks like to express our trustworthiness to right back to God, and why that is just as important. Relationships are a two way street, of course.2025-03-2459 minGrowing WildThe GARDEN: coming homeWelcome to "The Garden" where our intimate and personal relationship with God flourishes. The Garden is where divine love, creativity, and true identity all bloom and grow vibrantly. "Who Am I?" in God's eyes? If you've never considered this question, get ready to open up to a new level of self-awareness. Find your own 'Garden' in the wild, and begin to consider what God says about who you are. This is the Garden today: where He walks with you, and talks with you, and tells you that you are His very own. ...2025-03-1146 minGrowing WildCreationingWe were all created to create with our creator. That's our purpose: to live and function in this loving, collaborative relationship that brings Heaven to Earth. But in order to do such a thing we must know who we are and who we answer to AND who answers to us. On this episode Sarah explores how your Kingdom identity and authority are essential for growing wild. music:opening song "Sound Mind" by Melissa Helser closing song: "Champion" by Bethel Music https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0Ab9B7vwtwmaAyvnloKtPP...2025-02-2348 minGrowing WildDREAMS: part II: prophecyExplore the amazing ways in which God communicates with us. Dreams are a great place to start cracking the door into the topic of prophecy. Gain insight and understanding on what it’s like to live in communication with the Living God. On this episode, Sarah is joined by a friend who brings her own personal testimony of the power, freedom and blessings she's found in dreaming and communicating with God. Get ready to grow even wilder! Music: "Heavens Secrets" & "Wilder" by Wilder https://open.spotify.com/album/4NhFk9lm3Tp...2025-02-1547 minGrowing WildDREAMS : part I : "study of desires"Did you know that we can get closer to the Living God through dreaming? How wild is that? We're not just talkin'bout the dreams we have while we sleep; dreams are also our hopes and desires, and that's something worth studying. It turns out the dreams we carry throughout our lives significantly influence our ability to grow into the life we were designed to live in. We were made to live in a relationship with our Heavenly Father-it's a garden-like delight with the wild abundance and fulfillment we long for.Open your mind for this bold inspiration...2025-02-081h 00Growing WildWONDER studyHow can Wonder get us closer to the Living God? It's all about the eyes. Because what we look at is what we see... seems obvious, right? But there is much to explore when it comes to what we see. Dive in deep and discover how childlike wonder can bring us closer to the Living God today. In this conversation you will be prompted to hit the pause button for moment to listen to music-- an opportunity for worship and heart/mind preparation. Sarah also leads us through meditation prayers to help shift focus, and seek, find...2025-02-0147 minGrowing WildIntroduction: goals and purposes for the Growing Wild studyLearn what it takes to have a relationship with the Living God in the "wild". This introduction will help you better understand what Sarah's program is offering and why it's going to be worth setting aside this time in your week. Use this introduction to set goals for the full study. 2025-01-1756 min
The Ladies Who LeadGrowing Wild with Sarah OttsIn this captivating episode, SK Vaughn chats with artist Sarah Otts about her artistic journey as a painter and the essential role of nature in her creative process. They explore personal growth, creative freedom, and redefining success beyond mere financial metrics. Sarah shares her perspective on nurturing the soul and introduces the concept of "Growing Wild," encouraging continuous growth and freedom in life. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the aspects of art and creativity.Key TakeawaysThriving involves working with and for others.Editing our lives is essential for personal growth.Creativity should be...2024-10-1737 min
So Can IRedefining Success + Finding Your True Purpose with Sarah OttsToday I am joined by Sarah Otts! Artist, writer and inspirational speaker, Sarah, encourages others to look up to creation with wonder, and discover how we each play a role in the big good plan. Sarah aims to shine a light on the color of life. "It's a creation celebration!"Sarah's WebsiteSarah's Instagram 2024-01-1643 min
The Angie Avard Turner ShowGracious Counsel: Featuring Sarah OttsAbout Sarah: Color and light are the cornerstones of Sarah Otts' work. She looks to the color and light in the natural world as subject matter for her oil paintings. Additionally, the figurative representations of color and light are significant in Sarah's work. Color represents joy and whimsy, fulfillment and satisfaction. And, light is symbolic of Love, hope, truth and divine purpose. Where to Find Sarah: Website: Sarah Otts Instagram: Sarah Haas Otts2023-02-1653 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Lissie (Lissie Returns!)We had the pleasure of interviewing Lissie over Zoom video.Midwestern artist Lissie is a multi-talented tour de force who appeared in TV shows Twin Peaks and Loudermilk as well as co-owning the music genre themed popcorn company Otts Pops Indie Pop and being involved with land conservation and running her own farm. Her new country-tinged indie folk album Carving Canyons is due out September 16 on Lionboy Records. The sun soaked twelve song collection is a sonic comfort as it simultaneously charts the ripples caused by heartbreak and loneliness as well as what happens when the soul perseveres...2022-08-1255 min
Say It SouthernEpisode 145 | Sarah OttsSarah Otts has been painting for as long as she can remember. Now as a full time painter she has also been able to spend time digging into other creative endeavors. She has written a children’s book, opened the Sarah Otts Gallery in Mobile, and created the “Be a Bright Spot” campaign. Learn more about Sarah and her new series for 2022 in this episode of Say It Southern. 2022-06-0645 min