Sweet reunion after three decades! Rachel and Laura met in college, were roommates and then life moved them to different areas of the country.
We're in transition even when we don't realize it.
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We’ve known each other since our children, who are now in their 30’s, were first graders. In fact, she and I taught together for a year at a homeschool community group called Pathway. Rae Lynn is a dynamo with a flow of creative fun ideas and energy to implement all that bubbles up from within. She wrestles with perfection and expectations and was honest and real about it in this episode. She is a devoted wife, mama of four grown sons and has a business that we chat a bit about called: Backgate Prayers. We had a Devine appointment in Marco Island and I knew I wanted to capture this interview while I had the opportunity. I celebrate my friend, Rae Lynn and I celebrate you too!
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“Together" is my true love language, although it’s not one of the LOVE languages typically listed.
I wanted to be TOGETHER again to recap, via “the real deal” podcast, our unique morning at “Hearts Set Free.” This retreat @wooddalechurch was held in February; despite the cold weather, hearts were burning with love and affection for Jesus and one another. I felt it deeply.
I know my role and calling is to be an “Encouragement Specialist” and “Hopeologist!”
I experienced multiple prayers manifest by getting to share a tiny bit of our 7-8 year story, “Waiting on Grace” and sing on stage with my beautiful daughter @gu3ssitsgrace! Day made! Book coming in the future…co-written. #waitingongracebook.
We also laughed with sweet @cheeseballchick, opened the word and were challenged by the lovely @laura_sandretti and were guided through the morning gracefully by @staciachristenson. We were TOGETHER!
Many of you know my mantra: “Don’t Compare, Don’t Compete, Celebrate!” I saw this fully realized that day at “#heartssetfree
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I was elated to have an opportunity to interview this man of integrity while on vacation together with our spouses and friends.
Lane’s perspective on life, marriage, Christian community, parenting along with learning from our own past mistakes and hardships was a delight to listen to and engage with as well.
Lane is an easy going, well-liked man and somewhat of a jokester with the ability to do a quick fly over or go down deep and address matters of the heart and be real.
I knew I had to have him join me for an episode of “the real deal” he is a life-long friend and I’m honored to know him. I share this with you knowing you’ll be challenged, encouraged and blessed.
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The meshing of these two incredible connectors is God ordained. After they first met, a four hour coffee date ensued which turned into a lasting friendship and ministry. I delight to be linked together for any occasion. We are all “Happy Yackers.”
It was such a serendipity to record “the real deal” with Gayle and Kim at Stillwelle Farm in Michigan. God is using this amazing property to encounter people from all walks of life and in varied circumstances. No matter the reason, God draws folks to this place with the desire to encounter them on this holy ground.
We laughed, we cried, we exhorted each other and stirred one another to love and good deeds. Together is better than alone. I trust you will be blessed as you listen to "Happy Yackers"
instagram: @gaylee.q @stillwellefarm @mere.mo.58 @rachelinouye
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Every encounter with Ken Riley included stories of the big things God was doing and it all flowed so freely. Once, after speaking at @lakeanncamp, out of my mouth came, “Ken, I have to have you on the real deal podcast because we talk about real people, real stories, and a real God!”
Ken is the Executive Director of Lake Ann Camp in Michigan. We first met in 2014 after I was invited to speak at their women’s retreat. I’ve been delighted to return many times. It’s been a great memorable experience. This episode of “the real deal” I offer with great joy! May the stories of what God can do encourage your heart and strengthen your faith. The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy. Rev. 19:10.
I am on the planet to do this!
I had the privilege to speak at Elmbrook Church's Ladies Christmas Gathering last month. It was a lively time encouraging the ladies, telling stories of divine appointments and holy moments. Listen and join in!
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What do a head nurse lying sick in a hospital bed, the Beatles, castles, a Salvation Army lady, a devoted father, the headmaster of a school, and the leader of England’s Capernwray Hall have in common? They are all part of Jill Briscoe’s life and journey of faith.
She spoke about her childhood in Liverpool, England. She recalled the bombings during WW II along with nightmares that followed and what she called “the birth of her doubting.” Fearful thoughts found fertile ground and a place to germinate in her mind.
The turn around from fear to faith was a journey. The timing of God appropriately describes her life’s journey.
We sat down to record this past summer just two months before her husband, Stuart Briscoe, passed away.
This is a preserved precious memory of mine and I gladly offer this episode of “the real deal” to you.
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Multiple mic drop moments in this podcast! Lisa speaks of finding her self-worth in the one who made us worthy. She is a woman of rescue missions: from wanting people to know how rescued they are by God to taking on stray cats, she creates atmospheres of safety. Lisa hosted me as her house guest in the summer of 2019. She called her home the “house of help yourself” and I was delighted to be part of her family.
Lisa returns to “the real deal” podcast, I interviewed her back in season two, episode three. During my first interview she unpacked her Christian Science faith background and her salvation testimony along with a rapid baptism in the bathtub!
In this episode, however, she spoke of her reaction to losing her brother in a sudden motorcycle accident and the eating disorder that followed. Plus she shared about her journey with menopause and “going through the change” as well as allowing God to heal her mind through writing a devotional, “Daisy and the Bee” and her secure transformation from sinner to Saint! I know you’ll be blessed by this episode.
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