Our words carry weight. They build or they break. They plant hope or plant fear. And for many of us, the way we speak today is shaped by what we longed to hear years ago.

In this episode, Mo shares why speaking life matters so deeply to her — shaped by her own childhood longing to be seen, noticed, and encouraged. She reflects on how silence formed her, how coming to Christ taught her to receive encouragement, and why words flowing from the throne of grace can become a powerful gift to others.

Drawing from Proverbs 18:21 and Jesus’ reminder that our words overflow from the heart, Mo invites listeners to examine the atmosphere their words create. Life-giving speech isn’t about pretending everything is okay. It’s about choosing words aligned with God’s heart, peace, and truth.

If you’ve ever longed to be seen… or ever wondered whether your words make a difference… this episode will remind you that God can use your voice to breathe hope, healing, and courage into someone’s day.

Referenced Scriptures:

Proverbs 18:21

Luke 6:45

Colossians 3:15

Romans 12:2

Key Themes:

The creative power of words

Longing to be seen and encouraged

Speaking life vs. speaking from chaos

How renewed minds and peace shape our speech

Using ordinary moments to build others up

Today’s Step:

Speak one life-giving word to someone before the day ends. One encouragement. One affirmation. One sentence of hope.

And keep choosing today to be transformed — one word, one response, one day at a time.

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When life feels loud, uncertain, or overwhelming, peace can feel like something you have to chase. But in Scripture, peace is not something you pursue — it’s something you allow to rule. In this episode, Mo shares how the peace of Christ becomes the governing voice in the middle of real-life pressures, noise, and internal battles.

Drawing from Colossians 3:15, Isaiah 26:3, and John 14:27, Mo explores how peace is not the absence of chaos but the presence of Jesus. She walks through the practical movements that help you shift from anxious thoughts to a surrendered mind anchored in God’s truth.

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin or pulled in twenty directions, this episode will remind you that peace is possible right where you are — not someday, not when life quiets down, but today.

Referenced Scriptures:

Colossians 3:15

Isaiah 26:3

John 14:27

Key Themes:

Peace as a ruling force

Transforming your thought life

Responding instead of reacting

Surrendering loud thoughts

Letting Christ’s peace make the call

Today’s Step:

Choose one loud thought and surrender it to Jesus. Pray, “Jesus, I give You this thought. Let Your peace rule here instead.”

And keep choosing today to be transformed — one moment of peace, one surrendered thought, one day at a time.

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Have you ever felt like you were standing at the edge of something new — but completely overwhelmed by everything you’re carrying? In today’s episode, Mo shares a deeply personal reflection on what it means to trust God in the middle of life’s flood-stage moments. Using the powerful story of Joshua 3, we explore the truth that God often begins the miracle long before we see evidence of it… sometimes as far as sixteen miles upstream.

If life feels too heavy, too much, or too fast, this is an episode that will breathe hope into your heart. God isn’t late. He’s already moving in places you cannot see.

In this episode, Mo shares:

• A vulnerable story from her own ministry overwhelm

• A pivotal moment of wisdom from her mentor

• Why “flood stage is God’s stage”

• The stunning biblical detail that the Jordan stopped 16 miles upstream

• How to step forward in faith even when nothing looks possible

• Why God often moves before we ever see the evidence

• A simple, powerful prayer for the overwhelmed heart

Scripture Referenced:

Joshua 3:7–17

Isaiah 54:2

Today’s Step:

Name one thing you’re carrying that feels too heavy and pray:

“Lord, I release this into Your hands. I choose to trust You. I believe the miracle may already be upstream.”

Resources & Connect:

• Blog version available at ichoosetoday.org

• Join Mo on Instagram @i.choose.today

• Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today!

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