On today’s episode, Carrie Ellen is joined by Jim Farmer.

Jim Farmer is the Vice President of Training, Programs, and HR for For The Children, a nonprofit dedicated to serving children who have experienced abuse, neglect, and abandonment through mentoring and camp programs across the United States and internationally. Jim has spent his career helping organizations develop people and culture through training, leadership development, and volunteer engagement. Prior to joining For The Children, he held learning and development leadership roles with organizations including The Walt Disney Company, SCAN Health Plan, and MUFG Americas, where he focused on building strong teams and service-driven cultures. In addition to his nonprofit leadership, Jim leads JFarmer Consulting, where he works with organizations to develop leaders, strengthen workplace culture, and design engaging training experiences. Jim is passionate about equipping volunteers and leaders to create life-changing moments for others. He lives in Southern California with his wife and two daughters.

Click here to preview the movie Camp.

For the Children Website - Mission: For The Children's mission is to mobilize the local Church to create life-changing moments for children who have experienced relational trauma. We do this through our Royal Family KIDS Camp and Royal Family KIDS Mentoring programs.

Bridge to Belonging - Bridge to Belonging equips church volunteers with clear tools to handle children's challenging behaviors confidently, so they feel supported, effective, and less likely to burn out or quit.

Memorable Quotes:

“Jesus invites us all to say yes to him.”

“Jesus sees us, loves us and uses us, even when we think we’re not worthy.”

Have you checked out Carrie’s new book release, Here for the Ride: Ten Invitations from Jesus to the One who Longs for More yet? Check it out on Amazon or wherever you buy books today.

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On today’s episode, Carrie Ellen is joined by author and bible study leader, Barb Egbert.

Barbara Quillen Egbert writes and guides women’s groups from a foundational perspective of a personal relationship with Jesus. Her previous book Portrait of a Woman and Jesus was based on the same dream when Jesus asked, “Will you dance with Me?” Ballroom dance has become a vehicle for her personal and spiritual growth.

Barb’s story of coming to know the grace of Jesus through an invitation to dance is an incredible reminder that Jesus speaks to who he made us to be and desires we know him relationally. This is a story of grace and a reminder for us all that Jesus sees us and cares about us deeply.

Links to Barb’s books:

Will You Dance With Me?: Experiencing Grace on the Dance Floor

Portrait of a Woman and Jesus: He Looks Through Your Eyes and into Your Heart - A Personal Journey

Quote from the episode:

“I encourage whoever feels stuck to go and read the words of Jesus, to interact with it. He wants your wholeness, he wants your freedom. Get to know his heart.”

Hear more from Barb on Will you Dance with Me? here.

Have you checked out Carrie’s new book release, Here for the Ride: Ten Invitations from Jesus to the One who Longs for More yet? Check it out on Amazon or wherever you buy books today.

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On today’s episode, Carrie shares about her latest book, Here for the Ride: Ten Invitations from Jesus to the One Who Longs for More. This brief episode will give you a behind the scenes look at the book and give you the opportunity to hear the Introduction of the book read by Carrie.

Here for the Ride is available for pre-order now (Kindle eBook only). The paperback edition will be available on 3.3.26. Pre-Order the eBook here.

Here for the Ride is your invitation to say “yes” to God’s love and freedom, no matter what your life looks like right now.

Author Carrie Ellen reminds us that Jesus cares for us beyond measure and is always near, even when our feelings say otherwise. Faith isn’t about having all the answers, it’s about walking with Jesus through the unknown—through the sorrows and joys of life.

Trusting Jesus isn’t about controlling outcomes, but rather, it’s about leaning into him in every moment—from the mundane to the marvelous—to hear his quiet whispers above the noise.

This book will encourage you, refresh your faith, and challenge you to loosen your grip on things that don’t matter, so that you might be freed up to hold on tighter to Jesus.

Here for the Ride is full of hope and honesty. The invitation to live in anticipation of God’s voice and to find peace and rest in him is for everyone.

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As Global Ambassador, Stan Jantz leads Come and See in its mission to share the authentic Jesus with 1 billion people. After serving as president of one of the nation’s largest Christian bookstores, Stan began a writing career that has produced 75 books with more than 4 million copies sold. His latest title, released in 2021, is The Healing Power of God: A Biblical Embrace of the Supernatural.

Stan has also served in leadership roles with several Christian publishers and as president of the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (EPCA), an international nonprofit trade organization of member companies that are involved in the publishing and distribution of Christian content worldwide.

Stan shares about what’s happening next with The Chosen and how God is using the TV series to share His story of Jesus saves around the world.

Links:

comeandseefoundation.org

comeandseefoundation.org/resources

Memorable Quotes:

“We need to be at the very best in terms of how we are expressing ourselves in different artistic avenues.”

“The Chosen presents the authentic Jesus. The real Jesus is authentic and relatable.”

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Actor Trevor Black is on the show today. Trevor Black is an SAG-AFTRA actor who received his BFA from the Actor Training Conservatory at University of Utah. Classically trained, he has worked at many regional theaters across the country and currently resides near Los Angeles with his wife, Laura Black, where they work in TV and film. Recent projects include NCIS: Origins, Barry, 9-1-1, The Betty Broderick Story, Unbelievable, and The Orville. Trevor records a podcast with his wife, Laura, for Tools for Marriage.

In this episode, Trevor shares his story, his experience as an actor in the Hollywood area, his podcast, Tools for Marriage, and how wonderful and awesome God’s creativity is. Be encouraged today.

Links:

trevor-black.com

toolsformarriage.com

Trevor's Wife, Laura Black's conversation with Carrie

@trevorwblack

@toolsformarriage

Memorable Quote:

“God is a creative God.”

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We’re back! Welcome to season 3 of That’s for Sure . In today’s episode, we hear from Simon Gioche. Simon is a global leader, husband, father and musician. On today’s episode, Simon reminds us that faith is an adventure. He shares stories of his world travels, his personal story of tragedy and how God used him to share the good news of Christ all over the world.

This conversation will remind you that Jesus sees you where you are and has your steps planned.

Links:

Simon’s Song: Brought Me This Far

Season 2, Episode 16 with Bada Sukh-Ulzii

Season 2, Episode 17 with Christian Mungai

People are the Wealth by Christian Mungai

Instagram @nomkates

Quotes:

“Bring it to God unedited.”

“God is indeed faithful even when we are faithless.”

Philippians. 4:6-7: Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

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In this final episode of the Summer of the Psalms series, we’re looking at Psalm 100.

Psalm 100 is known for being a Psalm of thanksgiving. In this episode, we consider three marks of a Christian.

• 1. Filled with the Spirit of God
  2. Filled with his word.
  3. Filled with gratitude.

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  I’m grateful for these truths and I am especially grateful for you. Thank you for being part of this Summer in the Psalms series. I hope it’s been an encouragement to you and prompted you to read more of the Psalms.

  
  

  The Psalms are prayers to God and evidence of his deep care and concern for you and me. Leave me a comment and let me know if you have a favorite Psalm.

  
  

  If you missed the notes for Psalm 100, grab them here. Spend some time reading the Psalm and reflecting on these truths today.

  
  

  Since this is the final episode in the series, there isn’t a download, however, I’ve made a short playlist of some of my favorite Psalms turned songs. Check it out here.

  
  

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  Carrie Ellen

Today’s Psalm is one of my favorites and my typical go to Psalms. We’re looking at Psalm 91.

Psalm 91 shows us how protective God is of his children and followers. It reveals to us the truth that God is actively working for our protection and good. Isn’t that incredible news today? We have a God who is for us and is with us always.

If you missed the notes for Psalm 91, grab them here. Spend some time reading the Psalm and reflecting on these truths today.

Click here for your free download to the final week in the series, next week’s Psalm, Psalm 100.

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