In today's episode Terry unpacks how we can follow the example set by the prophet Daniel as we are intentional in our prayers. She shares how her personal obedience to what God told her in a 2:17 am wake up call resulted in today's podcast.

How Daniel Prayed:

• Praise, acknowledge God
• Repent for self and others
• Ask, petition God
• Yield, listen and obey--Be quiet to receive insight and understanding

Scripture References:

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and he will direct your paths.

Daniel 9:1-23

I Corinthians 6:19 Do you now know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God?

I Chronicles 23:30 They are to stand every morning to thank and praise the LORD

Resources mentioned in today's podcast:

One Minute Pause App: https://wildatheart.org/pause

Lectio App: https://lectio365.com

You Version Bible App:https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

Bible Gateway Website: https://bibleproject.com

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Episode Description: Jesus’ words, “Do not throw your pearls to the swine,” can feel confusing—until we understand what He was really saying. In this episode, Terry shares a deeply personal story about loss, hidden treasure, and the surprising value of what we carry every day. Together, we explore how faith, like a pearl, is formed through discomfort—and why we must take that pain to God. That pain might be Treasure!

Key Topics Covered:

• The cultural meaning behind “pearls” and “swine”
• Why Jesus used this powerful metaphor
• A personal story of loss and unexpected treasure
• Recognizing the value of your pain
• Wearing your faith daily—not hiding it
• Understanding who you can trust

Key Scripture: Matthew 7:6 – “Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs…”

Reflection Questions:

• What do you treasure most right now?
• Do you recognize the value of your relationship with God?
• Are you taking your pain to God daily?
• Are you wearing your faith daily—or hiding it away?
• Who are you trusting with your spiritual treasure?

Closing Thoughts: Your faith is precious. Handle it with care. Wear it daily.

Trust God to turn what once hurt into eternal TREASURE.

Listener Invitation: Share what God is asking you to do. Leave a comment or message so Terry can walk with you and pray with you.

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Today’s podcast episode is an interview with Vanesa Alcantara.

Vanesa Alcantara is a writer, speaker, and faith-based mentor passionate about helping women face hard realities, heal what’s broken, and walk in freedom through biblical truth. She is the founder of Soul Scan, a women’s ministry and annual conference focused on emotional healing, spiritual growth, and inner alignment with God’s Word.

Through her teaching, storytelling, and lived experience, Vanesa creates space for honest conversations around identity, obedience, healing, and what it means to live led by truth rather than feelings. She is the author of Soul Scan: Facing Hard Realities to Heal What’s Broken, and her heart is to equip women to deal with what they’ve avoided, heal with God, and grow into who He’s called them to be.

Soul Scan Links:

www.soulscan.org

www.soulscanconference.com

The Soul Scan Women’s Conference is a 2-day conference taking place February 27–28 in Mansfield, OH! Expect great people, good snacks, and most importantly a powerful, faith-filled experience focused on healing, restoration, and transformation.

Purchase the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Scan-Facing-Realities-Broken/dp/1958978094/ref=sr_1_1?crid=GZJ565VS9EQ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ncOOl05z11_DTt4P24r0Ag.nOM3dA2K6zERYlZSeiCIs-Y7l8GkfOguSVY8-BNyvco&dib_tag=se&keywords=soul+scan+vanesa+alcantara&qid=1768854502&sprefix=soul+scan%2Caps%2C235&sr=8-1

Tune in to Christian Life Coaching for Women with Terry Deason for more GREAT interviews! You’ll find weekly episodes that provide encouragement and tools for growth.

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Until next time…..Be gentle with yourself. Take one step. You are not alone.

In this episode, Terry talks about obedience—why it matters, how God equips us in advance, and how He uses what we already have. She shares her personal journey of launching this podcast as an act of obedience and reflects on biblical stories that remind us God is the one who brings victory.

Scriptures Referenced:

• Ephesians 1
• Ephesians 2:10
• Exodus 4
• 1 Samuel 17
• John 6
• Judges 7

Reflection Question: What has God placed in your hand that He wants you to use?

Listener Invitation: Share what God is asking you to do. Leave a comment or message so Terry can walk with you and pray with you.

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In today’s episode, Terry builds on last week’s conversation about organizing your life with God by introducing a simple, faith-centered tool to help you prioritize your energy and responsibilities.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why taking on too much keeps us stuck and overwhelmed
• How Jesus’ “light burden” applies to everyday life
• A practical 3-circle tool to identify what you can control, influence, or release
• How prayer fits into what we cannot control

Resources & Next Steps:

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Be gentle with yourself. Take one step. You are not alone.

The beginning of a new year often comes with big resolutions—and just as much pressure. In this episode, Terry invites you to step away from unrealistic expectations and instead center your year with intention, clarity, and God’s guidance.

Rather than trying to change everything at once, you’ll learn how to release what no longer serves you, refocus on what truly matters, and take one faithful step at a time toward the life God is calling you into.

This episode offers practical tools, reflective questions, and spiritual encouragement to help you move into the new year grounded, focused, and at peace.

HOMEWORK—WHAT MATTERS MOST?

Terry suggests you take one day for each of the topics below. Spend some time alone with God asking for His insights around each topic.

1. Your spiritual walk—are you spending time with God daily? Are you loving the Lord with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength?
2. Your family—the people closest to you?
3. Your resourses—are you stewarding what God provides with intention?
   1. How are you spending your time? Is it aligned with your values?
   2. How are you spending your money? Does it reflect what’s truly important to you?
4. Your health—physically, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually?

1. What about your environment—is your home peaceful, functional, and safe?

1. Your social life—who are you sharing the journey with?
2. Your hobbies and creativity—are you creating the way God designed you to?

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In this powerful episode Terry shares how God used a plastic Christmas tree to reveal patterns of perfectionism, fear and judgment---not just toward objects, but toward people. Through a late-night conversation with God and a tool called "Emptying the Jug", she uncovers anger, sadness, fear and ultimately joy. In the end, the "magical plastic Christmas tree" becomes a symbol of grace, acceptance and the true focus of Christmas!

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STEP 3: Do your work.....you've got this!

Until next time, Remember.....YOU are loved, YOU are seen, YOU are never alone!

In this podcast Terry talks about difficult days and how we can still focus on gratitude on those days. Life is hard. Let's walk together

Join me here each week for new podcast episodes!

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