This summer Feel The Smile is gathering in Birmingham to study God's word together! This episode dives into week 1 of our summer Bible study all about Finding Your Purpose in Your Career, Community, and Calling. It be easy to let what is inside of our heart shift as the world around us does, but it doesn't have to. Receive practical advice straight from the word on how to live your life on purpose even as seasons change!

2025 is here! We are doing the podcast a little different and focusing on short sermon episodes that will guide you in your walk with God. Why does a good God let bad things happen? Join Scarlet for a short message of encouragement from the story of Jonah. You will finish this episode filled with the word, inspired with wisdom, and ready to walk in your next hard season with confidence!

In this powerful episode, we dive into the transformative journey of finding strength in moments of desperation. Our guest shares how facing life’s toughest challenges, including the birth of her son at just one pound, led her to a deeper dependence on God. Discover how weakness can become a powerful opportunity for God to show up in your life, and learn how to embrace vulnerability to experience His mercy and grace. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by circumstances, this episode will inspire you to trust God’s timing and surrender to His plan, knowing that He is always present in your struggle.

Join Scarlet as she chats with Cleere Cherry Reeves, Founder of online ministry Cleerly Stated. In this podcast episode hear an authentic conversation covering topics from worship to weakness, God's character and identity, and much more. You will not regret gaining impactful wisdom from todays episode!

Find Cleere on her instagram @cleerelystated and shop her new devotional Revive: Declarations of God's Truth to Renew Your Spirit releasing on October 29th, 2024!

In this episode, I sit down with Meghan Ryan Asbury to discuss her upcoming book You Are Not Behind, a guide for navigating life when things don't turn out as expected. Meghan shares her personal journey of finding contentment and hope in the midst of unmet expectations and delayed dreams. We dive into the pressures of social media, comparing ourselves to others, and the significance of trusting God’s timing. This episode is a powerful reminder that building a fulfilling life is possible, even without having everything you thought you wanted.

Building Strong, Authentic Friendships

In this episode, we dive into the heart of friendship—what it takes to build meaningful connections and how to recognize when a relationship might not be right for you.

We'll talk about:

• How to confidently approach new people and stand out as a friendly person without feeling awkward.
• Key ways to discern if someone is a true friend or better as an acquaintance.
• The importance of being "equally yoked" in friendships and how this concept shapes deeper, lasting bonds.
• Practical tips for navigating a friendship breakup and moving on with grace.
• What to do when your friend group isn't adding value to your life.

As Scarlet puts it, "Asking good questions starts with being a good listener," and we'll share how that skill is at the core of genuine friendships.

Plus, hear insights like "having the wrong relationship is worse than having no relationship" and why you're always in control of the direction you take with your friends.

Tune in to discover how to foster friendships that truly enrich your life spiritually and practically!

Join Scarlet as she sits down with her new friend and Author, Mary Spencer Veazey. In this episode Mary Spencer shares wisdom from her new book, Cul-de-sac Crossroads. In this book she shares practical wisdom on how to navigate your 20's in a biblical way. From tips on how to develop community in a new city, create spiritual rhythms, and pursue your God dream even when working a 9 to 5, this episode will leave you inspired with next steps on navigating your 20's well.

To purchase Cul-de-sac Crossroads click the link here

Sit down with Scarlet this week as she recaps a recent retreat, how God has grown her confidence in her purpose and how to build your faith in what God has called you to. Are you confident in your purpose? Learn how to stay rooted in scripture as you pursue all that God has for your life.

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