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The shield of faith is the fourth piece of the Armor of God the Apostle Paul writes about in Ephesians Chapter Six. One of the things that stands out to me is that he says "...take up the shield of faith..." The words take up tell me it's something we are responsible for. In other words, there is a preparedness or readiness on our end that is required! This episode will champion you forward and help equip you to push back the enemy when you feel opposed in your faith! You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can also find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.  

This week we're looking at what the shoes of peace are in the Armor of God. If you have felt knocked around in your faith or feel you've lost your footing, this episode is for you! Get back up, sister!   With the shoes of peace, you can take a stand and stand your ground!   Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

This week we're continuing our series on the Armor of God with the Breastplate of Righteousness. As we look at King Solomon this week we will see that it wasn't outward pressure that harmed his leadership and the nation he led, but an inward weakness - his heart. He wasn't living a life that reflected the righteousness of God.   Righteousness and holiness still matters!   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

We're in a mini-series on the Armor of God and this week, we will be taking a look at the Belt of Truth. It's important to understand what truth is and how to apply this vital piece of the armor to our faith.   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can also find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

We're starting a new series that will help listeners better understand spiritual warfare and the Armor of God. In this week's episode, we will lay the framework for upcoming episodes that unpack each piece of the armor.    As followers of Christ, we are in a spiritual war. Whether we understand it or even agree with it; we are in a spiritual war but through God, we will overcome!   Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode and share with someone who you know would be encouraged in this series.   Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

My friend and returning guest, Ayana Dixon is joining us this week to talk about finding a healthy community of like-minded people to do life with. Ayana is such a joy to talk with and is one of those friends who you immediately feel at home with.   Ayana Robinson Dixon was born in Poughkeepsie, New York, and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana where she resided until the age of 18. She then relocated to the Washington, DC area to earn a B.A. degree from Howard University. Ayana accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized on January 4, 1981. She rededicated her life to Christ in October 1998, and since that time has been on fire for the Lord. She answered the call to ministry in September 2001 and was licensed in May 2003 at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Herndon, Virginia. She was ordained at Mount Pleasant on June 25, 2006. Ayana earned her Master of Divinity degree at Liberty University. She loves teaching and working with children. Ayana worked with Charlotte Mecklenburg's public school system for six years. She worked as both a Behavior Modification Technician and an 8th-grade teacher. Ayana currently serves as the Co-Pastor of Agape Global Ministries in Charlotte, North Carolina with her husband,  Methuselah E. Dixon; Senior Pastor. She has owned and operated the Kumon Math and Reading Center of Charlotte-Mint Hill since April 2016. Ayana is the founder of the Circle 31 International Women’s Ministry and host of the Circle 31 Podcast. She enjoys cooking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family. Methuselah and Ayana have three children.   Connect with Ayana in these places: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/31internationalwomensministry Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/circle31iwm/ Website: https://www.circle31internationalwomensministry.org/ Podcast: The Circle 31 Podcast   Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. Find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

We've all been jealous at some point; perhaps you're there now. This week I am committed to bringing this topic into the open for an honest conversation with one mission - to help us not only be free from jealousy but to maintain freedom when it shows up in our lives later on!   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. You can find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Let's be honest, sometimes relationships are hard. Sometimes it's our own expectations, insecurities, or misconceptions that make having friends difficult.   In this week's episode, we're joined by my friend, Bridgette Tomlin and together we are having an honest conversation about not only being a part of a community but creating a community around us. We're thrilled you're here and can't wait to connect with you this week!   Bridgette and her husband, Chresten, have been married for 25 years and have been in the ministry together for every single one of those years! (whew!) 24 of the 25 years have been spent in full-time evangelistic work, both stateside and overseas. They have two beautiful blonde babies--ages 18 and 13--and are based out of Tulsa, Oklahoma. As a gifted singer, musician, and speaker, Bridgette is used by the Lord and plays a major role in the couple’s ministry—both administratively and ministerially. She has a heart to see the people of God grow and mature spiritually. Bridgette ministers through speaking engagements, blogs frequently from their ministry site, and is the founder of a ministry for ministry wives, Sanctuary. Sanctuary launched a podcast for women in ministry in 2020 called Let's Talk with Sanctuary and Bridgette serves as the primary host. When she finds time for personal hobbies, Bridgette enjoys entertaining, blogging, singing, browsing the local antique shops, and sipping on a cup of hot tea for a few precious quiet moments. Her heart is to lead others to the authentic presence of God--through worship, through Word, and through one-on-one connection.   Connect with Bridgette in these places: Facebook:  Bridgette Tomlin Instagram: @bridgiecarol Instagram:  @sanctuarym2mw Web:  www.sanctuaryministrywives.com Web:  www.ctministries.com Podcast:  Let's Talk with Sanctuary   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. You can find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Everyone in life receives criticism. Whether through comments, in conversations, emails, text messages, or in the workplace criticism is part of life. Because we can't completely avoid criticism, it would be wise to better understand how to handle it when it comes.    In this week's episode we're going to focus on five key ways of handling criticism well, and rather than allowing it to keep us bitter, resentful, or even stuck, reframe it to learn and grow from.    You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Have you ever thought living a Spirit-led life isn't for you or too difficult? Do you have questions about who He is? Well, this episode is for you, sister!    This week, we're joined by my friend, Jenny Randle. Jenny is like one of those friends that are so easy to talk with and you feel comfortable around them right away.  In this episode, I am interviewing her about her book, Getting to Know God's Voice. If you want to grow in this area of your faith be sure to listen for how you can be the blessed winner of a copy of this book!   Speaker, author, podcaster, and Emmy®-winning editor jenny Randle has served in ministry and worked in the entertainment and creative industries for over twenty years. She encourages believers, creatives, and church leaders to navigate into a space of freedom within their personal life, leadership, and church culture. In early 2018, Jenny and her husband Matt formed Freedom Creatives, a ministry organization dedicated to developing resources that merge profound Gospel-centered truths with practical application. Whether Online or in-person, Jenny has shared hope, healing, and Holy Spirit revelation championing hundreds of thousands of people into their calling. Jenny resides in Northern Florida with her husband and two kids. For more information visit jennyrandle.com.   Website: http://www.jennyrandle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenny.randle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedomcreatives Points Jenny shared at the end of the episode: Trust in the Lord Jesus as the Lord of your life. Rely on the Holy Spirit to develop your character and the fruit of the Spirit. Use the gifts He has given you. Be in community. Serve and be involved. To learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, visit https://www.sherisesmn.org/. Find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.  

This week Karen Lundberg joins us on the show to talk about how to live a Spirit-led life. The Lord has gifted Karen with the ability to teach Scripture in a way that anyone can wrap their faith around and apply it to their lives. She's been a guest at a few She Rises events and is one of my favorite communicators.   Karen is a wife, mom, and grandma. She is also a pastor with a passion for evangelism and reaching people with the love of Jesus. Karen works within the school district in her community where the Lord uses her to be His hands and feet. Karen is also the founder of Time to Ignite Ministry with the mission to see revival in the hearts of every believer and across the world. She and her husband, David, make their home in Lubbock Texas.   Connect with Karen and her ministry on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009776316013 and Time to Ignite at https://www.facebook.com/TimetoIgniteMinistry.    Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. You can find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

I'm thrilled to officially share, together with this week's guest, all the details about an upcoming weekend created for women coming January 13-14, 2023. It's a weekend for women to step away and find breathing room for their souls as they sit at the feet of Jesus.   This week, we are joined by a special guest, Hannah Harren. Hannah has such a beautiful and tender heart for the Lord. You will undoubtedly hear that in this week's episode. Hannah captured the heart of the Lord for this weekend with this quote, "I believe the Lord wants us to hand over our ashes from the last season so we can walk forward in all He has for us in the next season."   We hope you will join us in January! As mentioned in the episode, space is very limited so grab your tickets here https://www.sherisesmn.org/.    You can find Hannah at https://www.facebook.com/hannahjo.harren.5.  You can find Susan on Facebook or Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.  

This week, one of my dearest friends, Robin Ruonala, joins us to talk about her story of how God helped her through one of the most challenging times of her life - the tragic loss of her first husband.   Be encouraged today that no matter what you've been through or walking through right now, it isn't the end of your story.    In Word, and in song, Robin’s desire is to impart a transparent expression of hope and freedom; in Christ - to this, and future generations. Residing on the coastland, she and her Husband Rick Ruonala serve as Associate Pastors, at their home church; Grace Christian Fellowship, in Little River South Carolina. “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer, overflowing with the goodness of my King”. Psalms 45:1   Video link to Robin's son's short documentary https://youtu.be/reKYGV7WEb0 Find Robin on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/robin.delap.   To learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, visit https://www.sherisesmn.org/. You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Identity is a topic I could have a conversation about every single day! It's the overarching message of everything She Rises is about.   In this week's episode, I am sharing a portion of a message I gave recently at a conference for young adults. I hope this episode helps you throw off anything you might be wearing that isn't meant for you.   Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. You can find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

God's blessing, favor, and anointing are upon you being you, not a version of someone else! You can glean from another person and even admire her, but don't take the bait of comparing yourself to her.   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Are you an overthinker? You're not alone! Overthinking create scenarios in our minds without proof to support our thinking. This often leads to worry, anxiety, and strain in relationships. You can shut the door to overthinking! You are not powerless! Together with the tips shared in this week's episode and the help of God, you can steer and guide your thoughts in the direction you want them to go.   To learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, visit https://www.sherisesmn.org/. You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.  

In this final episode of the mini-series, Embracing Change, we'll talk about lifting your voice. Lift your voice and decree the promises of God and what you know to be true about Him over your situation, questions, doubts, and the unknown.   The resource Susan talks about can be found at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. Click on the Resources tab, then Free Resources. You can also learn more about Susan on the website. Find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

This week, let's talk about putting footsteps to your faith. Faith has an element of risk and we can't take steps three and four if we're first not willing to take steps one and two.   Often, it's the fear of failure or fear of the unknown that holds us back, however. In this episode, we'll cover how to put footsteps to your faith when fear is present.   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. You can find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

We're in a mini-series on transition and this week's episode has been on my heart to include. Often we hear about doors closing, seasons ending, and new doors and new beginnings but not a lot about the space in between.   You've maybe heard, "Until the Lord opens the next door, praise Him in the hallway." This week, let's talk about the hallway. When transitioning, it's important to learn how to wait well because God is equally concerned about our time in the hallway as He is walking us through new doors. Perhaps, even more!   Honored to have you here, now let's connect!   Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at https://www.sherisesmn.org/. You can find her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandennheuvel.   Learn more about the Pursuit Conference at https://www.thepursuitmn.com/.

I hope you're enjoying this mini-series on change and transition. This week is part two of Embracing Change - Faith Has Ears. This episode is so practical! Because I believe God doesn't make it complicated to hear His voice, I wanted to give you tools to better understand and grow in your confidence to hear Him. I've also shared a couple of examples of how I confirm something I feel the Lord has spoken to my heart. He wants you to hear Him!   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at https://www.sherisesmn.org/   You can find Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.