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Love 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, embrace their true identity, and cultivate hope in their lives.

*What is biblical Hope

*3 Practical Steps To Activate Hope in your life

Key Scriptures

Romans 5:5

1 Cor. 13 4-7, 13

Ephesians 3:16-20 NKJV

Romans 15:13

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How to Overcome Limiting Beliefs to Unlock Your Full Potential with Fred Snyder | 107

Have 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 factors is the first step to reclaiming control over our spiritual and emotional destiny. The first step is to become self-aware, but then we will share some practical, faith-based tips and exercises to help you navigate these complex influences and become the person God created you to thrive.

 

Here are the five key points with Scriptures
1. Limiting beliefs are sneaky thoughts that hold us back and paralyze our progress. These beliefs often stem from our childhood, culture, and personal experiences. It is important to recognize these influences in order to reclaim control over our spiritual and emotional destiny (Romans 12:2).

2. Becoming self-aware is the first step to overcoming limiting beliefs. Understanding how our thoughts and beliefs shape our actions allows us to challenge and change them. This process involves reflection, introspection, and a willingness to confront and question our own beliefs (Proverbs 23:7).

3. Overcoming limiting beliefs requires faith-based tips and exercises. By aligning our beliefs with God's truth, we can begin to break free from the negativity and doubt that hold us back. This involves studying and meditating on God's word, seeking guidance through prayer, and relying on the power of the Holy Spirit to transform our minds (Philippians 4:8, Ephesians 6:17).

4. Many of us operate from a low bar of expectancy, settling for less than what God has planned for us. Stepping into our true identity means moving beyond societal expectations and embracing who God says we are. It involves recognizing and dismantling the false narratives and self-imposed limitations that keep us from fulfilling our potential (Ephesians 2:10, 2 Corinthians 5:17).

5. Building a solid foundation is crucial for reaching our full potential. Just as a house needs a strong and stable foundation, our lives need a solid base rooted in God's truth and our true identity in Christ. This foundation involves clearing out the negative influences, aligning our beliefs with God's word, and intentionally building a life that reflects our true calling and purpose (Luke 6:48, Psalm 127:1, Matthew 7:24-27).

To get set free from negative words spoken over you, listen to Ep. 74 Replacing Lies And Breaking Negative Agreements: A Prayer for Renewal and Healing

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Overcoming Adversity: How to Trust God’s Plan in Challenging Times with Shayna Rattler | 106

Have 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 allow things to happen
• Practical steps and spiritual practices to partner with God and move forward 
• Find hope and healing from negative past experiences
• Use our authority and Partner with God
• Shift Your Mindset: Don't let past experiences keep you stuck. Use them as tools for personal growth.
• Purpose: Adversity is often connected to our purpose in life.
• Belief and Identity: Our thoughts and beliefs shape our reality. Many of us struggle with feeling worthy or believing that God will do more for us.
• Create strong "I am" statements and consistently repeat it to yourself. Eventually, it will become a habit and empower you to receive all that God has prepared for you. 

  **Lori also has a free guide for you: “I Am Statements” to declare over ourself to help you grow. Go grab that at Loriksnyder.com/resources/ 

   

Shayna Rattler is an executive, ordained prophet, author, and speaker who empowers individuals and organizations to move from difficult seasons into greater possibility. She has helped thousands of individuals and organizations around the world achieve personal growth and organizational excellence. She and her businesses have received multiple awards, she has published several books and has been featured in over 450 media outlets.

Shayna currently serves as a marketing executive for a leading technology company and hosts A God Shift Podcast and A God Shift with Shayna Rattler TV show. She is the founder of a god shift movement that focuses on moments of disruption leading to growth and aligning with God's purpose during challenging times. 

Connect with Shayna: agodshift.com

Instagram @agodshift

 

**Shayna's FREE guide, "When God Says Shift," to learn the four shifts that will be required of everyone in their life. Go to: Godsaysshift.com for your free guide.

 

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What if your biggest setbacks could be your greatest setups for a breakthrough?"

Joy Despite Trials: It’s More Than Just A Choice with Kyllie Martin | 105

Want 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, taking time to study the scriptures and understand the deep meaning behind them. By immersing herself in the Word, she was able to tap into a joy that is like a shield, a fortress, and a strong tower, enabling her to rise above difficult circumstances.

2️⃣ Bring Your Pain to the Lord: In the midst of challenging situations, it can be easy to let fear and worry consume us. Kylie reminded us that we can take our pain and questions to the Lord, laying them at His feet and inviting Him to speak into our situations. Through this surrender, we can experience His peace and hope, which in turn leads to genuine joy. Rather than trying to muster up joy on our own, we can receive it as a gift from the Holy Spirit.

3️⃣ Seek Relationship Over Striving: Sometimes, we may feel pressured to "work up" joy and strive in our efforts to be joyful. However, Kylie emphasized that true joy comes from having an intimate relationship with God. It's about going beyond declaring scripture and relying on our own strength. Instead, we can tap into the overflowing joy and peace that result from a deep connection with our Heavenly Father, allowing Him to fill us and transform our circumstances.

Kyllie Martin is passionate about speaking on and sharing about the supernatural joy of the Lord.  Her passion comes from her journey of grief and sorrow.  She understands all too well what it says in Isaiah 61:3 "the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair."  She is a debut author and just released her book titled Unlimited Joy: Accessing All that Is Promised 

Kyllie, has a passion for storytelling, the Word of God, and the presence of the Holy Spirit. She is a wife, mother, and friend, and brings warmth and connection to every relationship she cultivates. As a church leader and speaker, Kyllie is passionate about empowering women and seeing the church embrace the fullness of the Kingdom. She recently returned to New Zealand after completing ministry school in California, she is settling back into a slower pace of life and finding inspiration for her subsequent books.  She is enjoying the rich coffee culture, delectable food, and the midcentury modern design of her family home. You will love her accent.

 

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Joy, Created To Thrive, Deeper Faith, Holy Spirit

Unlocking the Power of the Kingdom of God in Your Life with Chris Cree | 104

Welcome 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. 

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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 people haven’t been taught on and so don’t understand very well. We want to empower you with understanding some basics today.

 

Out of all the things the Apostle Paul could have used to characterize the kingdom of God, he chose righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. Many people would most like have put faith, authority, power, miracles, being holy, and other things in that list. 

But Paul boiled it down to having a right standing with God that produces peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.  The kingdom of God isn’t about keeping rules and regulations; it’s about relationship with God the Father and Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit. 

 

Discovering the transformative power of the Kingdom of God can bring profound changes to your life. It's not just a spiritual concept, but a tangible reality that can unlock a multitude of blessings and opportunities. The Kingdom of God is not just a distant concept or an abstract idea; it is a reality that can be unlocked and experienced in your everyday life. It is a realm where God's reign and rule bring forth abundant blessings, peace, joy, and purpose.

 

Join Chris Cree of New CREEations Ministries and I as we discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in our faith journey, and how partnering with Him can transform our minds, renew our soul, and guide us in every aspect of life. My life was dramatically transformed when I started learning the truths about how God’s kingdom operates and how its God’s will for me to experience it here on the earth. I had to learn how to rest in God’s love for me as His Daughter. 

Kingdom Mindsets.

 

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Today's Topic: Understanding the Kingdom of God

- Emphasis on the transformative power of understanding the Kingdom of God

- Encouragement to explore and embrace God's love, righteousness, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit in daily life.

- Importance of intimate relationship with God as intended in Genesis

- Releasing God's kingdom through a renewed mind

- Reference to Romans 12:2 on transforming the mind to know God's will

Topic: The Holy Spirit and God's Kingdom

- Importance of understanding the different aspects of the godhead

- Quoting Hosea 4:6: "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge"

- Comparison of the godhead to the three parts of a human being: spirit, soul, body

- Importance of understanding God the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit

- Holy Spirit living within individuals

- Abiding in union with God and waiting for His kingdom to come

- Releasing love and prayers in everyday life, becoming carriers of God's presence

- Cooperating and partnering with the Holy Spirit

- Role of the Holy Spirit as the spirit of truth, comforter, helper, teacher, and advocate

- Sharing personal experiences of relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance and wisdom

- Acknowledging the Holy Spirit's presence and its impact on faith and communication

Topic: Transformative Encounter with God

- Previous distorted view of God as a police officer waiting to punish

- Marriage in a state of dysfunction and contemplating divorce

- Seeking a deep connection with God and significance in life

- Rediscovery of God's unconditional love and the sacrifice of Jesus

- Developing a relationship with the Holy Spirit and experiencing faith renewal

- Healing of body and soul, saving of the marriage

#CreatedToThrivePodcast #KingdomOfGod #BiblicalTruths #Righteousness #GodsLove #HolySpirit

 

*Learn more about Chris & support New CREEations Ministries: https://newcreeations.org

Watch more of his Kingdom Mindset videos: https://www.youtube.com/@KingdomMindsets where he has a live teaching every Tuesday at 12:00PM EST.

 

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**Other episodes to listen to with Chris or Lisa Cree:

Ep. 98 The Power of Hope to Overcome Disappointment and Discouragement with Chris Cree 

Ep. 90 |  Experiencing the Unconditional Love of Our Heavenly Father with Lisa Cree

Ep. 64 “How To Receive The Desires of Your Heart with Chris Cree”

 

Overcoming Your Fears: the Power of Pivoting for Personal and Professional Growth with Frannie Foltz | 103

In this compelling episode of the Created To Thrive Podcast, my good friend, Frannie Foltz, founder of Shine with Frannie joins me and we confront some of what tries to hold us back from pursuing our passion and purpose, so we can live fulfilled in all that God has planned for us. 

We discuss the concept of "pivoting" — the art of making a significant change in your personal life or vocation, and how it can be a catalyst for personal and professional growth.  

Frannie transparently shares some personal stories and key insights that will help you overcome the various fears and limitations that try to keep you stuck. 

 

So whether you are are making personal life changes, contemplating a passion project, or a making professional shift, this episode offers actionable advice for overcoming the fears and hindrances that come with making transformative decisions. 

 

Here are the 3 key takeaways from this episode:

 

1️⃣ Take Action: Frannie emphasizes the importance of taking action in order to overcome fear. Inactivity only perpetuates the problem, so it's crucial to identify where you're stuck and start taking small steps towards improvement. Remember, faith requires action!

2️⃣ Recognize Your Worth: Frannie highlights the significance of recognizing your worth and the gifts that God has placed within you. By aligning your thoughts and actions with God's will, you can believe in yourself and confidently pursue your goals and dreams.

3️⃣ Embrace Change: Frannie shares her personal experiences of pivoting and transitioning into something different. Sometimes, we need to let go of what's holding us back and make room for positive change and growth. Don't be afraid to embrace change and pursue your true calling!

 

We want to help you overcome fear, unlock the courage you need to trust God, have wisdom to make decisions, and step into your God-given purpose to fulfill your dreams.

 

**Three other episodes with Frannie to check out:

Ep. 49  "Tips To Reset and Refocus For Growth with Frannie Foltz"

28 | Eliminating Weight: A Soul & Body Connection To Living in Whole Health

19| Thriving in Faith, Fitness and Fun

 

Connect with Frannie:

To learn more from Frannie: Direct Message her with the word:

THRIVE to hear more about the health product mentioned

RETREAT to hear more about her Florida retreat in October

Instagram or Facebook: @shinewithfrannie 

Podcast: Shine With Frannie Show

www.shinewithfrannie.com

 

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#OvercomingFear #PersonalGrowth #ProfessionalGrowth #Pivoting #Faith #BelieveInYourself #EmbraceChange #ThrivingMindset #Inspiration #Motivation

Navigating Storms: Discovering Hope, Healing, and Encouragement in Difficult Times |102

Discover 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 God as the unwavering source of hope. Drawing from compelling personal story and the Bible, she invites you to build your life on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ. Learn how to not only withstand life's storms but navigate through them with joy, peace, and a greater sense of purpose.

 

This episode is part of a message Lori spoke at The Gathering Church of St. Petersburg, FL. https://www.thegatheringstpete.org

 

Embrace the critical role of community as you wrestle with life’s tough questions. Lori encourages you to "bless the Lord at all times" (Psalm 34:1-3) and reach out for communal support when skies are gray. She emphasizes that spiritual strength stems from immersing oneself in God's Word and absorbing testimonies of His faithfulness.

As you explore the abundant life Jesus promises (John 10:10), Lori prompts you to be a willing receiver of God's endless love and blessings—both directly and through your community. Don't miss this episode if you're seeking hope, healing, and a fortified connection with the Divine in the eye of life’s tumultuous storms.

 

“Storms” series to help you have strength, peace and wisdom:

Ep. 55: Ever Blame God For A Storm In Your Life? Biblical Truths To Understand God’s Nature To Prepare For Life’s Storms! 

Ep. 56 How To Have Wisdom and peace in Life Storms 

Ep. 57 Why Is This Storm Happening? God, Do You Even Care? 

 

Key Takeaways from this episode:

1️⃣ God is the source of our hope: In the midst of the storms of life, it's crucial to remember that God is not the source of our trials. Instead, He is the ultimate source of our hope. By anchoring ourselves in His love and faithfulness, we can find the strength to navigate through any storm.

 

2️⃣ Strengthening ourselves through the Word: The Bible is a powerful tool for strengthening our faith and finding comfort in challenging times. By immersing ourselves in the Word and allowing God's truth to penetrate our hearts, we can find the peace and resilience we need to overcome any obstacle.

 

3️⃣ The Power of Community: We were never meant to face the storms of life alone. As part of the body of Christ, we have fellow believers who can walk alongside us, lift us up in prayer, and offer support when we need it most. It's essential to reach out and connect with others, allowing ourselves to be vulnerable and receiving the love and care that God expresses through His people.

Key Scriptures:

Psalm 34:1-3

Psalm 46:1-2

John 10:10

Galatians 5:22-23

 

If you're in need of encouragement, hope, prayer and practical insights on thriving in the midst of life's storms, this episode is for you! Join us in discovering the power of a deep, intimate relationship with our Heavenly Father, as we share personal testimonies, biblical wisdom, and practical steps towards growth.

 

Tune in now on the Created To Thrive Podcast and let us help you navigate life's storms with courage, resilience, and unwavering faith. Remember, you were created to thrive!

 

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Created To Thrive Podcast

Are 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 God-given potential —this is the place for you! 

Join me as we share practical insights, heart-centered guidance, and God's love and grace to become who He created you to be. 

You will get tools and strategies to overcome doubt, disappointments and loss, and find hope, freedom and healing! 

Together, let's thrive! 

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