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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - June 2025 feat. Nick and Will, Friday Night GamecastWelcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
The sun is out, the vacation vibes are bumpin', and that means another Summer Game Fest has dropped! Summer Game Fest 2025 was bigger and better than ever, with even more showcases and dozens of exciting indie game announcements. We are so lucky to be joined by Nick and Will from the Friday Night Gamecast podcast to discuss our highlights from eight of the SGF showcases this year. We had some great laughs and...2025-06-302h 09
The Devoted Dreamers Podcast318 || [Solo] 3 Myths That Will Keep Your Big Dream in Limbo || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/318 𤊠Have a God-shaped dream? We have a monthly call where you can share with other Christian women about your dream. Sign up today for our next Community Conversation: https://merrittonsa.com/connect 𤊠Are you waiting for confirmation from God? You have a big dream but youâve felt unsure about whether you should take the leap of faith to begin. Youâre waiting for God to confirm the idea or give you insight about how youâll proceed. Once...2024-10-0926 min
Manly MusingsEpisode 31: Merrittâs back and so is football!Hey y'all! Merritt is back (finally) and Kevin was a little late because of being stuck in traffic! But, man, do the boys have fun this week! They talk the WNBA, Bo Nix, the Steelers, and of course the Mountaineers! They dive into college football and fantasy football because it is that time of year! Remember we will be back on Sept. 5th with a special guest from a New York football team!
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Enjoy and remember to subscribe and follow!2024-08-3051 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast315 || [Solo] How to Be a Good Steward of a God-Shaped Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/315 đĽ This episode is brought to you by Dream Believers â a new virtual community for inspiration, accountability & practical resources that will help you bring your God-shaped dream to life! Click to learn more and join here: merrittonsa.com/dreambelievers Letâs Go After Our Dreams Together! 𼠠Are you ready to invest in yourself for the sake of your dream? Does it feel like investing in yourself is selfish? Youâre not alone. In this episode, I di...2024-08-2834 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast313 || [Solo] How to Feel More Capable When Youâre Starting a Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/313 đĽ This episode is brought to you by Dream Believers â a new virtual community for inspiration, accountability & practical resources to bring your God-shaped dream to life! Beginners are welcome!! đĽ Join us by attending a free workshop on August 22nd so you can âStart Your Dream in 30 Days.â RSVP at: merrittonsa.com/dreamco and Letâs Go Together! â¨â¨â¨â¨â¨ Have big dreams but feel uncertain how to begin? This week on the Devoted Dreamers podcast we are exploring a mindset shift...2024-08-1425 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast312 || [Encore] What Will Kids Going Back to School Mean for Your God-Shaped Dream? || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Find the show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/312 How will you find balance between your dreams and your kidsâ school routines? Amidst the flurry of back-to-school preparations, are you also quietly pondering what this season holds for your personal dreams? If youâre a mom with kids still living at home, your routines (and theirs) are likely about to shift big time! For some, youâll have more free time than youâve had in years. (2024-08-0737 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast[Bonus] How Better Sleep Will Energize & Clarify Your DreamSend us a text THIS EPISODE WAS FIRST PUBLISHED IN JANUARY 2023. Find show notes for the entire Habits series here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/habits What if getting more sleep at night could increase your energy for pursing a dream? This month on the podcast Iâm talking about habits to consider that will strengthen you and support your God-shaped dream. Each mini episode will focus on a particular habit and a tip/hack to help you implement it. These are short and sweet episodes (~10 minutes each) and will help you...2024-01-1112 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast3 Tips to Help You Commit to Moving Your Body Every Day || Merritt OnsaSend us a textTHIS EPISODE WAS FIRST PUBLISHED IN JANUARY 2023.Find show notes for the entire Habits series here. What would need to change for you to spend 20 minutes a day moving your body?Five days ago, when I recorded this episode, I did not have a daily movement habit, but that is no longer the case. Just thinking and talking about it for this episode was enough to spark me into action. Maybe itâll do the same for you. As of Tuesday morning, Iâve walked four...2024-01-0908 minThe Devoted Dreamers PodcastWhy You Should Add Sabbath Rest to Your Weekly Rhythms || Merritt OnsaSend us a text THIS EPISODE WAS FIRST PUBLISHED IN JANUARY 2023. Find show notes for the entire Habits series here. How important is restorative rest in pursuing a big dream? Our body, mind and soul require rest; itâs just how we were made and it was modeled for us by God in the creation account and in Adamâs first day on earth. Why wouldnât we also benefit from regular rhythms of rest in our lives? This month on the podcast Iâm talking about habits to consider...2024-01-0813 minThe Devoted Dreamers PodcastThe Easy Way to Start Reading the Bible Every Day || Merritt OnsaSend us a text THIS EPISODE WAS FIRST PUBLISHED IN JANUARY 2023. Find show notes for the entire Habits series here.  Why should you read the Bible every day? All month long Iâll be talking about habits to consider (and tips for making them easier) as part of my series on building habits that will strengthen you and support your dream. Welcome to the second episode in the Habit Series. Today is all about the easy way to start a daily Bible reading habit. In this episode, youâ...2024-01-0510 minThe Devoted Dreamers PodcastHow to Build Habits That Nurture Your Dreams All Year Long || Merritt OnsaSend us a text THIS EPISODE WAS FIRST PUBLISHED IN JANUARY 2023. Find show notes for the entire Habits Series here. What small steps can you take that will have a lasting impact? Let's spark some change today that fuels your God-shaped dream and sets the stage for enduring success tomorrow. Itâs easier than you might think, and it all starts with building sustainable habits into your life. This Habit Series was so popular in 2023 that Iâm re-sharing the episodes for your new yearâs inspiration. Each mi...2024-01-0312 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast296 || [Solo] The Guaranteed Result of Sharing Your Secret Dream Out Loud || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Find show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/296 How do you commit to a dream youâve felt too scared to share? Your dream is part of you; of course it feels vulnerable to speak about it, especially if youâve tried in the past and it turned into a mess of mixed-up words as they tumbled out of your mouth. If youâve been keeping your dream to yourself for longer than youâd like to admit, this is your cue that itâs time to learn ho...2023-12-1328 min
Daily Tech News ShowRelease Any GTA and They Will Come - DTNS 4659Why are AAA games like GTA 6 ported to PC well after their release on game consoles? Scott explains. Plus Twitch will stop operations in South Korea starting February 27, 2024, due to high costs there. And Google launches its new Large Language Model Gemini which comes in three flavors; Gemini Ultra, Gemini Pro, and Gemini Nano.Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Scott Johnson, Roger Chang, Joe.Link to the Show Notes. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/dtns.
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2717 PodcastShort-Cast: What Will They Say?Thanks for tuning in with us as Merritt shared another short podcast with us about his passion for legacy and 9 practical quotes that will help you have an impactful life here and now on Earth! 2023-10-2414 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast287 || [Solo] Find Your Momentum: The 4 Phases of Chasing a Creative Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Find the show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/287  What strategies can help you stay consistent in pursuing a God-shaped dream? Buckle up! When youâre starting out with a big dream idea, your emotions can take you on a journey that puts any amusement park rollercoaster to shame. It all begins with excitement and elation. Then, as you start to get serious about the dream, look out for comparison, imposter syndrome and fear that will stop you in your tracks. In this episode, I sha...2023-10-0429 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast279 || [Solo] What Will Kids Going Back to School Mean for Your God-Shaped Dream? || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Find the show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/279  How will you find balance between your dreams and your kidsâ school routines? Amidst the flurry of back-to-school preparations, are you also quietly pondering what this season holds for your personal dreams? If youâre a mom with kids still living at home, your routines (and theirs) are likely about to shift big time! For some, youâll have more free time than youâve had in years. (2023-08-0939 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast278 || 3 Things We Wished We Knew before Starting Our Podcasts || Merritt Onsa & Natalie BlenkushSend us a text Find show notes here. How could a podcast help build your dream? A podcast can help you build an audience (for your book launch, ministry, online business, you name it!) It also gives you a place to go DEEP with your audience and to talk about things that truly inspire you and will, ultimately, attract people to you and your work. If youâve ever felt a tug to launch your own podcast, this episode is just for you. My dear friend, fellow podcaster, and brand strategist Na...2023-08-0234 min
A Little Bit of Makeup & A Whole Lot of JesusSeason 1: Episode 22 - Under His wings you will find refuge. Psalm 91:4Good morning beautiful! â¤ď¸
Welcome to A Little Bit of Makeup & A Whole Lot of Jesus podcast where we are going to spend about 45-minutes together enjoying Jesus with some beauty on the outside and beauty on the inside. đ The foundation verse for this podcast is:
I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11
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As for me and my house we will serve the Lord...2023-07-2753 minA Little Bit of Makeup & A Whole Lot of JesusSeason 1: Episode 22 - Under His wings you will find refuge. Psalm 91:4Good morning beautiful! â¤ď¸
Welcome to A Little Bit of Makeup & A Whole Lot of Jesus podcast where we are going to spend about 45-minutes together enjoying Jesus with some beauty on the outside and beauty on the inside. đ The foundation verse for this podcast is:
I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11
The Word in Color Coloring Book
https://amzn.to/3YgKvpp
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Let's review last week's verse:
As for me and my house we will serve the Lord...2023-07-2753 min2717 PodcastQ&A with Merritt Vaughn
Thank you for joining us today as we dove into some thought provoking questions with our co-host, Merritt Vaughn. Merritt delivered some impactful words of wisdom and encouragement that we hope will help guide you in times of trouble!
We pray that this message encourages you and helps guide your life into His best for you!
God bless!
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2023-06-1417 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast264 || [Solo] 3 Truths to Help You Make Decisions about Your Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Find the show notes here. Do you keep trying to make a decision about some aspect of your dream but just can't seem to choose? Maybe the end goal feels too far out of reach so itâs difficult to define what your dream could look like right now. Or there are so many directions you could go to get started that all those possibilities are paralyzing. Itâs like going to the grocery store without a shopping list. When you can choose anything, itâs more diffic...2023-03-2231 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast262 || [Solo] Whatâs the Right Way to Start Pursuing a Big Dream? || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Find the show notes here. Donât miss my free workshop on March 20th to help you Get Out of Your Head & Find Momentum for Your Dream. Register Here Whatâs the secret to finally feeling ready to start pursuing a dream? It is a humbling experience to be trusted with a God-shaped dream. It can feel overwhelming if you think too hard about what it means to be called by the King of the universe into something bigger than yourself. Not to mention, there is no in...2023-03-0839 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast[Bonus] Unlock Your Potential: How to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Learn a New Skill || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes for the entire Habits series here. When was the last time you tried something youâve never done before? In my January Habit Series, Iâve been talking about habits you might consider adopting this year (and tips for making them easier), because building new habits has the potential to strengthen you and support your dream. Each episode focuses on a particular habit to consider and/or a tip/hack to help you implement it. These are short and sweet episodes (about 10 minutes each) and are mean...2023-01-2711 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast[Bonus] Need more energy and clarity for your dream? Try improving your sleep || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes for the entire Habits series here. What if getting more sleep at night could significantly impact your energy to pursue a dream? For the entire month of January, Iâll be talking on the podcast about the habits you might consider adopting this year (and tips for making them easier). These mini episodes are all part of my series on building habits that will strengthen you and support your dream. We will focus on a particular habit you might consider and/or a tip/hack to he...2023-01-2311 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast[Bonus] How a Weekly Planning Ritual Will Give You More Time for Your Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes for the entire Habits series here. Could you benefit from planning out your week on Sunday nights? This habit will not only help you stay on top of those one-off commitments you might otherwise forget, but it also illuminates where you have pockets of time that could be used more effectively for pursuing your God-shaped dream. I started weekly planning (off-and-on) about two years ago. I usually get really excited about it at the beginning of the year and lose track when summer rolls...2023-01-2010 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast[Bonus] 3 Tips That Will Help You Commit to Daily Movement || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes for the entire Habits series here. Get the Devoted Dreamers Habit Tracker here.  What would need to change for you to spend twenty minutes a day moving your body? Five days ago, when I recorded this episode, I did not have a daily movement habit, but that is no longer the case. Just thinking and talking about it for this episode was enough to spark me into action. Maybe itâll do the same for you. As of Tuesday morning, Iâve walked...2023-01-1808 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast[Bonus] The Benefits of Adding Sabbath Rest into the Rhythms of Your Week || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes for the entire Habits series here. How important is restorative rest in pursuing a big ambition? Our body, mind and soul require rest; itâs just how we were made and it was modeled for us by God in the creation account and in Adamâs first day on earth. Why wouldnât we also benefit from regular rhythms of rest in our lives? All month long on the podcast Iâll be talking about habits to consider (and tips for making them easier) as part...2023-01-1613 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast[Bonus] The Easy Way to Start a Habit of Reading the Bible Every Day || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes for the entire Habits series here. Why should you read the Bible every day? All month long Iâll be talking about habits to consider (and tips for making them easier) as part of my series on building habits that will strengthen you and support your dream. Welcome to the second episode in the Habit Series. Today is all about the easy way to start a daily Bible reading habit. In this episode, youâll learn: The benefits of reading the Bibl...2023-01-1310 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast[Bonus] Habits for Nurturing Your Dream in the New Year (And All Year Long) || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes for the entire Habits series here. What could you begin doing today that would impact your God-shaped dream (and your ability to persevere in it) for the long haul? Itâs easier than you might think, and Iâll be talking about it all month in this new series of mini episodes focused on habits. Welcome to the intro episode for a new series focused on habits. Come back every Monday, Wednesday and Friday in January to learn about building simple, small habits that will...2023-01-1112 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast258 || [Solo] What Story Will You Be Telling about Your Dream a Year from Now? || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind the show notes here. What do you want to be true about your dream in a year? When I ask other dreamers about whatâs keeping them from acting on their dream, there are a few themes I hear repeatedly. One of the biggest struggles Christian women share with me is not having clarity on their dream. Others feel uncertain about what is the next right step to take. Some say they feel like they are taking shots in the dark, not sure if theyâll hit...2022-11-1636 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast250 || [Solo] Four Ways You Will Grow When You Build Your Dream in Community || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind the show notes here.  Have you resisted inviting others into the hardest parts of your dream?  We all want to be the one who helps when our friends are in need, but which of us actually wants to be the needy one? Few of us easily admit weakness; itâs our fallen nature as humans. But itâs also the lie that we see all around us: That everyone else has their stuff together. Instagram highlights rarely touch the hard stuff, not in a real...2022-09-0733 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast246 || [Solo] The #1 Reason to Start Pursuing Your Dream before You Feel Ready || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind the show notes here. Have you delayed your dream because you donât feel ready yet? One of the biggest lies keeping dreamers stuck is thinking you are lacking something necessary to begin. Itâs like thereâs a box to check, an accomplishment to achieve, or a degree to earn before you can truly begin on the dream in earnest. Well, thatâs simply not true. In this episode, youâre going to hear: Whatâs at stake if you wait to feel ready The truth ab...2022-07-2728 min
Daily Tech News ShowWill Drone Delivery Take off? - DTNS 4317We check out recent annoucements in the EV space that are making cars more lifestyle friendly. Shopify has demoed a their version of home/living space scanner to help users visualize how new furniture or additions to their home will look. And we get the latest on Amazon's attempt at drone delivery and what others are doing in the drone delivery space.Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Robb Dunewood, Roger Chang, AmosLink to show notes. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/dtns.
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A Word with Tom MerrittFree Will - Dave BrodbeckProfessor Dave Brodbeck has got pigeons to categorise pictures of cats and cars and talks to us about why heâs a Wundt stan and why we donât have free will. By the end of this conversation youâll be craving turkey crepes.Featuring Tom Merritt and Dave Brodbeck.Notes and Links:Dave Brodbeckhttps://twitter.com/dbrodbeckhttp://davebrodbeck.com/about-me/The Tangential Convergence Podcasthttp://www.tangentialconvergence.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/a-wo...2022-07-0852 minA Word with Tom MerrittFree Will - Dave BrodbeckProfessor Dave Brodbeck has got pigeons to categorise pictures of cats and cars and talks to us about why heâs a Wundt stan and why we donât have free will. By the end of this conversation youâll be craving turkey crepes.Featuring Tom Merritt and Dave Brodbeck.Notes and Links:Dave Brodbeckhttps://twitter.com/dbrodbeckhttp://davebrodbeck.com/about-me/The Tangential Convergence Podcasthttp://www.tangentialconvergence.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...2022-07-0852 minA Word with Tom MerrittFree Will - Dave BrodbeckProfessor Dave Brodbeck has got pigeons to categorise pictures of cats and cars and talks to us about why heâs a Wundt stan and why we donât have free will. By the end of this conversation youâll be craving turkey crepes.Featuring Tom Merritt and Dave Brodbeck.Notes and Links:Dave Brodbeckhttps://twitter.com/dbrodbeckhttp://davebrodbeck.com/about-me/The Tangential Convergence Podcasthttp://www.tangentialconvergence.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/a-wo...2022-07-0852 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBorn to Succeed E.84-âInterviewâ Michael/Alyssa Merritt & Special guest Author/EditorâTrevor BrooksOn this Episode we have an amazing young man that is an Author/Editor/Writer. He has a Project he is working on that will be coming out soon đ called Doppelgänger?. He is a editor âď¸ at heart, he loves reading and he loves giving back and helping others, the future is bright for this young man.I have attached his social media below đ so check it out ASAP!!Thank You Trevor for being in the show today!! Remember you are truly âBorn to Succeedâ and Your Best is Yet to Come!! Twitter: @TBrooksWrites
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"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED E.82-Michael Merritt & Sally Alter -Publisher, aTraveler ExtraordinaireI am a 75 year old widow who published her first book at 73! I published another one the next year, this past March, and am now writing another. The first two books were on bipolar and the latest one is on loneliness. In the bipolar books, I teach people how to live with their disorder and make a decent life for themselves. My first book is called How to Live with Bipolar and the next one, which is more specialized, is called Bipolar 1 Rescue Plan. They are both selling well on Amazon.
The first book is a question and answer book...2022-07-0124 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast242 || [Solo] 5 Phases of Chasing a Dream and Which One is the Most Fruitful || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind the show notes here. Have you wanted to quit on your dream before youâve made any real progress? Getting started can be one of the most difficult parts of pursuing a dream. In the early stages, a lot of the details are still foggy. The lack of progress makes it feel like youâre pushing a boulder uphill and pushing something heavy uphill makes you want to quit. But donât quit before you get to the good part! In this episode you will b...2022-06-0136 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast235 || [Solo] Five Business Realities That Will Shape the Way You Pursue a Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind the show notes here. Have you ever wondered if you could get paid to do the thing you love? Something I often hear from dreamers is a question about whether a God-shaped dream should be a business or a hobbyâand how to decide. I recorded this solo episode first as a wrap up for my financial series from last month but also to share a bit of my business-building story. Youâll hear how I accidentally became a freelance writer in my 30s and the less...2022-04-0633 min
Detox AmericaWill ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE lead humanity to WORLD PEACE? | DAP#49Couldn't find a human to talk to so I had a conversation with AI via the Replika App!  Thank you for listening to the Detox America Podcast!  Donât forget to SUBSCRIBE if you enjoy the content!  MERCH AVAILABLE AT:  https://www.detoxamericamerch.com/ DETOX AMERICA NEWSLETTER:  https://detoxamerica.substack.com/ Follow Detox America on Social Media:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detox_americaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@detox_americaTwitter: https://twitter.com/DetoxAmeric...2022-03-2119 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast230 || [Solo] How Messy Action Gives You Permission to Get Started on Your Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind the show notes here.  Do you ever wonder if youâll ever get past the novice stage of dreaming? Dreams donât happen overnight, but appearances are deceiving. What you see when you look at someone elseâs dream from the outside is the result of years invested in learning, refining, healing, practicing, failing and getting back up to try again. Youâll never get to witness the years of that personâs wilderness experience, which is why it is futile to compare yourself to where someone is...2022-03-0224 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast229 || [Solo] Two Practical Steps to Help You Let Go of What Other People Might Think || Merritt OnsaSend us a textWhen you begin to think about taking the next step toward your dream, do you ever worry what someone else might think? Whether itâs your sister who doesnât get you, a parent whoâs never understood your passions, or a spouse who already feels deprived of time with you (or a host of other potential responses from friends that have only played out in your head) running after a dream seems to trigger this fear about how people in our life will respond. Find the show notes here.2022-02-2339 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast228 || [Solo] 3 Questions to Help You Decide if Your Dream is Worth Pursuing || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes here. Do you ever wonder if the time youâve spent on your dream is going to be worth it? Maybe you havenât seen the fruit you expected at this point, or your progress has been slower than you imagined, especially given what youâve already invested. Wouldnât it be terrible to look back one day and realize it was all a waste of time? Want some support on this journey? Consider a 1:1 coaching relationship with me. Even if youâre not sure that hiring a c...2022-02-1632 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast227 || [Solo] How to Know if This is the Dream God Has for You || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes here. Do you tend to question your dream? Or wonder if you heard God right the first time? Nearly every day I encounter someone talking about the fear of missing out on the purpose God has planned for her life. Some even describe it as a deep worry or anxiety that everyone else has beaten her to the finish line, and sheâs somehow gotten it wrong but doesnât know how to find her way back into Godâs prescribed path that was ordain...2022-02-0927 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast226 || [Solo] How to Be Certain It Is the Right Time for Your Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFind show notes here. Is the timing right for my dream? I hear this question all the time in my conversations with women who have a dream on their hearts but who also have a list of other responsibilities and interests that take up the majority of their waking hours. How do you determine the ârightâ timing to pursue a passion project? If your life is already full, how do you decide when to adjust your commitments so you can shift into whatâs possible for the future...2022-02-0233 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast219 || [Solo] Finding Space to Dream as a Mom of Young Children || Merritt OnsaSend us a textMy family is managing a health emergency this week so the full show notes will be delayed, but I have posted the handout for this episode here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/219 Although I wrote this talk for moms of young children, this episode is a reminder that Godâs plans and timing have purpose no matter your life stage. If you feel disconnected from your dream, youâre not alone. Just because itâs not today doesnât mean itâs not EVER. Instead of despairing, think of m...2021-10-2756 min
Detox AmericaWill Tech Giants REPLACE Governments?? | State of Things #12It's hard to ignore the impact HUGE tech companies and Social Media platforms are having in our lives. What will this increase in power and control lead to? That's what I want to talk about in todays episode.  Thank you for watching listening! This episode is also available in full HD video on Youtube:www.youtube.com/detoxamericaDonât forget to SUBSCRIBE if you enjoy the content!  MERCH AVAILABLE AT:  DetoxAmericaMerch.com  DONATIONS ACCEPTED AT:  P...2021-10-2214 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-E.57 with Michael Merritt âHigh MaintenanceâThis episode discusses the importance of maintaining our lives. It is a Spiritual-Mental-Physical life, and it must be maintained or we will break down !! Merritt Coaching Group is here for your coaching needs, schedule a strategy Session today. https://calendly.com/merrittcoachinggroup/30mins2021-09-2009 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast203 || [Solo] Why Rest Not Hustle is the Fuel Your Dream Needs || Merritt OnsaSend us a text What does rest look like for you? Is it collapsing into bed after a long day? Or vegging out on the couch with Netflix? This episode will help you think about restorative rest and why you need it to pursue your dream. Iâve been asking myself the above questions for the last several weeks in the midst of our multi-household transition to a new home, wrapping up homeschool, and trying to balance fun and purpose in our summer schedule. Some recent wisdom from outside voices has ca...2021-07-0726 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBorn to Succeed-E.51 Michael Merritt âBoost Your Confidence and Self-EsteemâIn this episode I discuss ways to boost your confidence and self-esteem. I also talk about having passion in your life, and how when we have passion we have love, and when we love some thing we will be able to succeed. Many blessings2021-06-1817 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast195 || [Solo] 3 Commitments to Make Before Spending Money to Pursue Your Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Do you feel ready, like really ready, for big things to happen with your dream? Maybe youâre weighing the pros and cons of hiring a coach who could help you leap over the hurdles in your way. Or investing in a course thatâll provide resources you lack and a supportive community to push you out of your comfort zone. Or thereâs that program with the built-in accountability that will finally fill in your knowledge gaps and motivate you to get going on the road to your dream...2021-04-0738 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast193 || Do You Believe God Will Do Great Things Through Your Dream? || Blythe DanielSend us a textBook a Dream Consultation with Merritt Whatâs your relationship like with your mom? Literary agent and author Blythe Daniel and her mom wrote a book together to support restoration and healing in mother/daughter relationships. Theirs is one of the many resources Blythe has shepherded onto bookshelves around the world in fulfilling her mission as a literary evangelist. Part of pursuing this dream for Blythe has been remembering Godâs faithfulness and His limitless nature; her story reminds us that this is true for His r...2021-03-2438 min
Simple FaithTrading our will for Godâs WillThis episode is also available as a blog post: https://cathymerrittsimplefaith.wordpress.com/2021/03/22/trading-our-will-for-gods-will/2021-03-2201 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast190 || [Solo] A Beginner's Guide for How to be a Great Podcast Guest || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Have you ever considered being a guest on a podcast? It probably doesnât surprise you to hear that the number of podcasts in the world right now exceeds 1.75 million (according to Podcast Insights) and that number is growing daily! I just finished beta testing my brand-new podcasting course with Natalie Arent and we personally trained the hosts of three new shows coming out in the next month. A few more stats in case you're not convinced this is a great way to get your me...2021-03-0330 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-E.44-Michael/Alyssa Merritt LIVE with de de Cox Romance Author, and much more âŚKentucky Romance Author
The Day You Go from Romance Junkie to # 1 Best Selling Kentucky Romance Author. BORN TO SUCCEED-Michael/Alyssa Merritt LIVE with de de Cox from Kentucky, Romance Author, Beauty Pageant Extraordinaire ,Rescues Fur babies.....
de de Cox began pursuing her dream of becoming a romance author at the age of 30. Born and raised on the farm in Rooster Run, KY, de de was raised on the core values of the 3Cs (kindness, caring and compassion). Throughout her young adulthood, de de volunteered in the community with her family, and specifically, her grandmother, Bea. Growing up in the country...2021-02-1250 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-Michael/Alyssa Merritt-LIVE Lynda "Sunshine" West-Mastermind Accountability Coach, Creator Women Action Takers Mastermind, PodcasterBefore we get started, I want to tell you something about me. I believe in NOT wasting time (mine or yours) because time is our MOST precious commodity. You will NEVER get this moment back. Yes, I could have put together this website with endless information to âconvinceâ you that you need to buy RIGHT NOW (this technique works, but oftentimes it comes with regrets by the buyer and I believe in living life with #noregrets). I also believe in getting to the point and taking action. Youâre either in or youâre not. If you feel the same way...2021-02-0539 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast186 || [Solo] 3 Strategies to Help You Shift from Busy to Purposeful || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Did the year 2020 reveal some hard truths about your life, like it did for me? Did slowing down (because you had to) reveal the true cost of busyness in your life? Or on your family? What did you gain because of the pandemic and living in lock-down? And how do you want to live as a result? This solo episode is all about the change you can affect when you shift from busy to purposeful in how you live and how you pursue your dreams. None of this is...2021-02-0333 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED Michael/Alyssa Merritt LIVE with Marion Thompson, Co-Author Finding Diamonds, Mother, Christ Follower
In this Amazing Episode starting Season 2 of the Born to Succeed Podcast we have a very Special Guest, Marion Thompson. Marion is a Co-Author in the book FINDING DIAMONDS đ đ with Alyssa Merritt and 11 other Women. This book is about 12 Women who dig deep to share their stories to help transform your life. Here is a little about her . Marionâs Bio: She is A believer in God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost. A mother of 3 sons, Zaire (Zai-Air), Kaori (Kay-o-ree), and Seth. She holds an Associates degree, a Bachelorâs degree, and will finish her MBA focused in Organiz...2021-01-1442 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED -Michael & Alyssa Merritt "Hereâs to 2020 IT'S A WRAP- Here's to a better 2021"In this Episode We discuss our first Season as Podcasters. We share âWords of Wisdomâ. Words of Faith, Hope and Love â¤ď¸. Thank You to each and every person who has listened to the show. We are honored to have such amazing guest on the show as well and look forward to seeing you in 2021. Have a blessed day and Thank You again for being a listener. If you havenât already done so, PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, & RATE THE SHOW !! This helps us tremendously,your best is yet to come. You were Born on Purpose for a Purpose. You donât have to be great...2021-01-0157 min
Billy Merritt PresentsBilly Merritt Presents #91 - Monday Morning Money ShowBilly shows off some awesome pics from the BMM Christmas Party, discusses our FB post competition and who will be taking home the stacks, his feelings on using social media so often, how you can get started making more money, the importance of sacrifice and a personal story of his about sacrifice, and much more in a brief but value packed episode of Monday Morning Money Show!! đ¤2020-12-2128 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast179 || A New Way of Understanding Forgiveness That Will Set You Free || Toni HebelSend us a text You often hear about dreams that were birthed out of someoneâs deepest struggles, and Toni Hebelâs God-shaped dream is no different. Hers is a story of significant hurt and yet God has used it for good. He has called Toni and her husband, Bruce, into ministry teaching people how and why we must forgive even the deepest wounds all because of the blood that was already paid on the cross through Jesus Christ. Theirs was a dream 30 years in the making and the result of trials, betrayals, and...2020-12-0944 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast176 || [Pivot Session] Listening to the Cues That Will Help You Pivot || Katie BulmerSend us a text Katie Bulmer is host of the Truth for Your Twenties Podcast, a speaker to over 30 colleges nationwide and passionate about helping sorority women unlock their world-changing power. The heart behind her dream is to be who she needed when she was a young woman looking for happiness in the arms of boys, Bacardi, and attempts to be beautiful.  When the pandemic hit the U.S. in the spring, Katieâs scheduled speaking engagements at nearby colleges came to an abrupt halt. Her hope, like most of us, was that by...2020-11-1823 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast174 || [Solo] A Call for Christian Women to be Part of the Solution || Merritt OnsaSend us a text I was torn about what to share on the podcast this week. I didnât feel comfortable continuing, business as usual, with the next episode and neglecting what feels like a really important decision being made in the U.S. right now. So I did something that felt out of my comfort zone but also like the right choice: instead of releasing the episode Iâd planned for the first week of November, I am sharing my heart about what I believe we as passionate, ambitious Christian women who are...2020-11-0424 minBilly Merritt PresentsBilly Merritt Presents #49 - DigiNinja Dealer SchoolIn a much more personal episode, Billy discusses why you should write your goals down daily, some examples of the goals he has written throughout the years, what he got right and equally as important what he got WRONG about those goals, some personal and even spiritual stories of his experiences with hard times and doubt, and much more!! We hope this episode will inspire you to aim high and write down goals that may seem unrealistic now, and have the faith to give your 110% effort towards achieving them!! đ§¨2020-10-2239 minBilly Merritt PresentsBilly Merritt Presents #43 - Winning Together With April B MerrittBilly and April discuss her design experience with text message and digital sales, what and how much to post to show your expertise AND sell your products/services, our exciting new event package, persistence and how to obtain confidence and certainty, creating good will with potential clients, and much more in one of the best episodes yet of Winning Together!! It's always awesome to see April get passionate on a subject! đ2020-10-141h 00
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-Michael/Alyssa Merritt LIVE with Graphology Expert Misty Cogdill-"Change Your Mindset by Changing your Handwriting & Thoughts"Check out this magnificent Zoom/Podcast with the Marvelous Misty Cogdill handwriting extraordinaire master!! You will want to check out her website for sure http://www.handwritingsoulacademy.com/ **Change your Mindset, by changing your Handwriting and Thoughts -BTW SHE SAID â Michael is the strongest Male name out thereâ bam đĽ Thank You again for being on the show and sharing your Amazing content Many, many blessings on your Journey maâam đđťâ¤ď¸đĽđĽđđđŻđâ
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"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-Michael Merritt LIVE with Danny Turner-Speaker-Bob Proctor Trained, Father, Life CoachIn this Episode I have a discussion with an amazing mate from across the pond. This guy is the real deal. He is an Engineer by trade, he is a Speaker, Father, Life Coach and so much more. This man is doing it the right way. Just listen for a minute and you will agree that this guys best days are ahead of him. Helping others and making dreams come true, plus he just brought a baby girl into the world !! Great things ahead brother2020-09-0449 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-Michael Merritt LIVE with Stanitra Robinson. Founder "SPRINGING SCALES" Reptiles and EducationIn this Episode we have an amazing young lady that is using her love of Reptiles to help others with their Fears of Snakes and other Reptiles. She is not only adopting and rescuing reptiles but she is using them to educate others. Springing Scales LLC. is her business and her book is called ââSpeak Your Way to Successâ. Here future is bright, contact her today for A Demonstration or Presentation. She also does Birthday Partyâs, provides Bounce Houses, she has it going on, look for her......coming soon, You Tube Channel, Podcast, FB Lives coming to you !!! This will all...2020-09-0442 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-Michael/Alyssa Merritt LIVE with C. Ray Collins Best Selling Author, Teacher and CommunicatorIn this Episode we are blessed to have an International Best Selling Author of 4 books. A business Executive of over 40 years of Management and Leadership Training. He has taught, created curriculum and creates content around Positivity and Communication. His latest book "Thought Talk" is amazing. It covers how we have to communicate with the whole person, from spirit to mind and body for optimal positivity. âAs you practice and start communicating positively, you will also be teaching others to do the same. Be that Role Model and help start the change.ââC. Ray Collins2020-09-0331 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-E.24-Michael Merritt "REPETITION DECREASES RESISTANCE"When we set goals, have clarity on what our target looks like, then we know what to aim for !!Â
Small steps each day will propel us forward and will help us to accomplish any goal that we set out to achieve.Â
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When you remember that Repetition decreases Resistance and you have to press on, even where itâs hard, even when you want to give up !!
Determination, Perseverance and Hard Work will provide you with everything you ever want in life2020-07-0622 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast154 || Writing a Vision Statement for Your Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Have you ever had the perfect opportunity to share your dream and got tongue tied (or talked waaaay too long) trying to explain it to someone you just met? This month I wanted to delve into the topic of how we talk about our dreams because I think itâs an important step as you work to define what exactly you do or are passionate about. Because having clarity about your dream helps you make decisions about your steps and helps share with others who might want to join you...2020-06-0325 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBTS-S1E20 Michael Merritt LIVE with âPodcaster of the Year"- Daniel Gomez, Author, Speaker, TrainerOn Episode 20 of Season 1, I have a very special guest âPODCASTER OF THE YEARâ Daniel Gomez. We discuss the importance of Priorities. God, Family, friends. The importance of the value of Money and how Wealth can help you to help more people in life. Remember God tell us everyday to have a others centered mentality. When we help others get everything they want, we will receive everything we will ever need. Have a GLOW mentality. Give more than you have, leave more than you ever take, offer praise to God and others, whose applause matters. Have a blessed day2020-05-2943 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-E.18 Michael Merritt Hunter Lowry-Financial Guru,Podcaster "The Wealth Accelerator"In this episode i get to talk with a Special Guest Mr. Hunter Lowry. Hunter is a Financial Expert who works for a Wealth Mgmt. Company. We discuss this very volatile market and times and why if your not already investing you should be !! Hunters Podcast is âThe Wealth Acceleratorâ Check it out and remember the Market is coming back. As you will hear here. Have a blessed day and week2020-05-2717 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-E.17-Michael Merritt-Lisa Theoharides Having a Vision Beyond Your Current Situation"On this episodes we have a special guest. I am honored to be interviewing Ms.Lisa Theoharides !! On this episode we will discuss her Superpower- which as she told me â To have a vision in life to look beyond current circumstances in gratitude, resiliency, positivity and happiness!â WOW CAN I GET AN AMEN đđť!!! She has a business, loves to share the good word and lives life!!!! We just love â¤ď¸ more, live more for tomorrow isnât promised to us. When we live each day with a passion we will show our love â¤ď¸ and help others get everything they want. BIG Thank You TO LISA T...2020-05-2614 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-E.16-Michael Merritt LIVE with Sales Warrior -Jon Sansone !We have a conversation about Life and having Successful habits with a Special Guest Jon Sansone. Jon has been successful throughout life. He has worked hard for that success, in this Podcast he shares some encouraging/motivating and inspiring words that will help you to believe and achieve. We talk about setting goals and so many others and so many other keys to success. Have a blessed day and enjoy2020-05-201h 10
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBorn To Succeed E.15-Michael Merritt âMake Today CountâIn this episode i discuss how important it is to make today count. Tomorrow is never a given and time is never replaced or given back. So we must use our time wisely and make decisions that will help us in the future to have a easier life and to be able to enjoy the fruits of your labor, that is the goal in life ! Help others and you will have everything you ever want in life .2020-05-1218 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast151 || [Solo] 5 Steps to Shifting Your Dream During a Pandemic || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Whether youâve already started on your dream or youâre still in the starting blocks trying to figure out how to pivot as a result of changing circumstances, now is the time to think creatively about how to move forward and take messy action. What have you got to lose? All around us people are creating new ways to encourage and inspire others, whether itâs a birthday car parade outside someoneâs home, a neighborhood ritual like howling at the moon to remind one another that weâre not alo...2020-05-0630 min
Motivation and inspiration on How to Succeed in life : Back to the Basics with Alyssa MerrittPrepare to win through Motivation and Inspiration on Back to the Basics with Alyssa MerrittYou are born to Succeed. Start with one step. Listen up and we will go through the steps by renowned Author Zig Ziglar.2020-05-0405 min
Motivation and inspiration on How to Succeed in life : Back to the Basics with Alyssa MerrittMotivation, Inspiration, and Real Life. Back to the Basics with Alyssa Merritt âSpiritual âTodayâs Podcast discusses one spoke on the Wheel of Life. The wheel with 7 spokes that create balance in life Today we will talk about the âSpiritual â spoke in the wheel and start thinking about 9 questions to make the first step. .2020-04-2317 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-E.10- Michael Merritt-"ARE YOU LIVING WITH URGENCY??? YOUR BURNING DAYLIGHTâIn this message we talk about having a sense of Urgency. Life is a short gift. Why is the Legacy and Inheritance your leaving behind?? Each day wake up, be thankful and make a difference in someone elseâs life and you my friend will have succeeded!!2020-04-1519 min
Motivation and inspiration on How to Succeed in life : Back to the Basics with Alyssa MerrittMotivation, and Inspiration : Back to the Basics with Alyssa Merritt I will not stumbleOne of these days I will not stumble
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"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-E.8- Michael Merritt "HOW TO HAVE HOPE & FAITH WHEN WE FEEL LIKE ALL IS LOST"Being thankful for what you have today. Having HOPE for the future along with Faith will carry us through this most difficult time. When I have Hope and Faith and I tie that with MOTIVATION & INSPIRATION the wheel keeps moving and REPETITION DECREASES RESISTANCE. Take just one step today to get closer to where you vision is taking you. God bless2020-04-0717 min
PJ's PodcastGet To Know The Merritt'sOctober of 2019 brought the Merritt family into Loganville, Georgia and Summit Church. Thanks to Coronavirus for giving me some time on my hands, we decided to create a podcast featuring the entire Merritt family. Each episode will be a window into our world on various topics and issues of today in a discussion format. This week, we begin by answering questions about Who We Are. Our background, our kids, and the future. Thanks for letting us crash in your world. Welcome to ours....2020-04-0443 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-E.6-Michael Merritt--"DO YOU HAVE A CHAMPION MINDSET??"Faith, Hope and Love during these trying times. Social distancing is one thing, human interaction, conversation and companionship are essential to a positive Mental state of being. Especially during these times always remember S-M-P ( Spiritual, Mental, Physical). Remember it just takes ONE positive thought, ONE positive attitude or kind word to remind me i can go a lot farther with a positive attitude. I know the LAW OF MAGNETIC ATTRACTION, this states that i will attract positive with positive and negative with negative. If i am negative i will have a bad attitude, bad relationships, bad luck, bad behavior etc. L...2020-04-0313 min
Locked On Clemson - Daily Podcast on All Things Clemson SportsWill Merritt on Clemson offensive coordinator Tony ElliottFormer All-ACC Will Merritt signed his letter of intent to play for Clemson the same day Tony Elliott did. Merritt details what makes Elliott special as a person and a coach. We also look back at what went wrong for Brad Brownell's squad in Blacksburg and Monte Lee's team at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-E.3-Michael Merritt-PASSION/LOVE/DESIRE=ON FIRE,ARE YOU LIVING LIFE WITH PASSION ???In this episode I talk about having a purpose in life and how that purpose will feed our happiness and make us feel like we can accomplish anything. Passion =Being on Fire2020-02-2908 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittBORN TO SUCCEED-Episode #2 Michael Merritt âINPUT=OUTPUTâIn this podcast we will discuss how important good input is in our lives. When we input good stuff we then will have god output. When we merely exist in life each and every day we have negative input that we donât overcome without positive and therefore it keeps us from Succeeding to the level we really can achieve. This is why that is it soooooo important to put good stuff in everyday !2020-02-1007 min
"BORN TO SUCCEED-How to Live a 'MIGHTY' Life" with Michael MerrittâBORN TO SUCCEED-Episode #1-Michael Merritt "HOW DO I SUCCEED????"In this episode we will discuss what it means to be Born to Succeed. Positive attitude, self-esteem, positive relationships, hard work, dedication and goal setting are just a few steps to help you succeed on both a personal and professional level. Always moving forward. Clarity, Consistency and Massive Action will take you to the next level.2020-01-3011 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast132 || [SOLO] Finding New Ways to Trust God || Merritt OnsaSend us a text What is the biggest thing youâve ever had to trust God for? It seems that the longer we wait for something that we desire but the result of which remains unknown, the more difficult it is to believe the answer will come or that it will be the answer weâve been praying for. Iâve met listeners who struggle with trusting God for the deepest desires of their hearts and that extends to their dreams as well. When something feels âtoo bigâ or âtoo scaryâ to tackle on their own a...2019-10-1644 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast129 || [SOLO] How to Move Your Dream Forward Today || Merritt OnsaSend us a textIf youâve been putting off starting or kept your dreaming all to yourself or known you need to take a step, but you just havenât figured out how to do that, this conversation is for you! In this year of testing out monthly solo episodes, weâve covered a lot about the emotional and spiritual journey of pursuing our God-shaped dreams. Today, weâre talking about finally getting busy and just taking steps toward the dream. Iâve got a handy worksheet that will help clarify what your next...2019-09-1830 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast127 || Because It Will Never Be the Perfect Time to Start || Haley WilliamsSend us a text To all the doers and dreamers, Haley offers the important reminder God gave her that âI am not my work.â This episode is a real and honest look at how we go about building our God-shaped dream and what to do when you arenât sure how to begin. Haley talks about starting before you feel ready (and why itâs a good idea to just take the leap). Youâll discover the value of trusting God with the outcomes, understanding your need for grace, finding your approval in Him alone...2019-09-0453 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast122 || [SOLO] Obstacles to Finding Your Identity in Christ || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Who am I? is an age-old question. It is easy to respond with a summary of your roles, achievements, degrees, career, or job title. But I think we could all agree that those simple answers do not begin to explain who God made you, what passions ultimately motivate your decisions, or what you value most in this world.   If you know Jesus, the churchy, Sunday school answer about our identity is that we are children of God. But what does that really mean? And how do we begin to ac...2019-07-1738 minThe Devoted Dreamers PodcastA Testimony of Godâs Redeeming Love || Bonus Episode || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Not long ago I was asked by a listener to share on the podcast about how I came to know Jesus. Some of you listening who know me personally have probably heard at least a part of this story. For a lot of you, weâve never met; you only know what you see (or hear) about my life as it is today. But thatâs not the whole storyâit never is. Whatâs remarkable to me is that 25 years ago I would have either told you I was a Ch...2019-05-2940 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast119 || [SOLO] How to Stop Fear from Stealing Your Dream || Merritt OnsaSend us a textFear is a common feeling once you start chasing God-shaped dreams, but this fear is not from God. We have a very real enemy to seeks to steal, kill and destroy you and your dreams. Thankfully, we also have a good Father in heaven who loves and cherishes you, and He wants to empower courage in you, especially in the face of fear. In this episode, youâll learn four strategies to overcome the fear and anxiety you feel related to pursuing a God-shaped dream. You will learn how to create yo...2019-05-1535 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast116 || [SOLO] Two Simple Reasons Your Dream is Not About You || Merritt OnsaSend us a text God has a plan for His people and His Kingdom; that means He has a plan for you and your life, too. You likely have a dream of your own, a passion that burns deep inside and makes you want to leap from bed in the morning. Maybe your dream is a desire to change the world for the better, or make beautiful things, or teach others what you have learned on your journey. Whatever it is, God put it in your heart on purpose. When that...2019-04-1732 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast112 || Because Fear Will Try to Steal Your Dream|| Julie WatsonSend us a text LISTENER SURVEY Please take a few minutes to respond to our listener survey so we can get to know you better. Youâll be entered to win your choice of a $10 Amazon gift card or a signature Devoted Dreamers mug! ABOUT THIS EPISODE God created you for a reason. This is our theme for the month of March, and in this episode, Julie Watson shares how she fought back fear and a lack of confidence to pursue the dreams God has given her for the one life she...2019-03-1444 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast110 || [SOLO] You Have Great Value and Worth || Merritt OnsaSend us a text This solo episode is tied directly to my last solo episode (#107, so go listen if you havenât already). In this one Iâm talking about our value and worth because we are daughters of the Most High King. Youâll hear a few more bits of my story prior to becoming a Christian, and then even after Jesus rescued me, about how I rested my value on something that was ultimately going to fail me. I share the best response I ever got from a Christian man who kn...2019-02-2025 minThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast104 || How Your Dreams Draw You Closer to God || Merritt OnsaSend us a text Iâm wrapping up the podcast for 2018 this week; this is the last episode of the year, and Iâm trying something a little different. Back in November, I was invited to speak to a local MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) group in Golden, Colorado. The MOPS theme this year is Find Your Fire â an excellent fit for the conversations weâre having every week on The Devoted Dreamers Podcast. So, I recorded that talk, and Iâm sharing it with you this week in lieu of an interview. Iâll be back o...2018-12-1252 min
Don't Get Me StartedBilly Merritt - FloridaComedian and UCB original gangster Billy Merritt joins us to talk about this fascination with his own home state of Florida. With election gaffes and tabloid criminals, Florida is often a punch line these days, but Billy tells us stories from its history and its present. How does a community made up of just mailmen grab you? Well there's better stories than that, but that's the one that Will liked and he's writing this summary. Also, Will talks about the Scottish band Orange Juice and Anthony discusses how Golden State's basketball prowess is so strong right now that watching them...2016-02-2356 min