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Fierce Calling
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Finding the God of Comfort in Times of Loss and Grief with Lisa Appelo
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Finding the God of Comfort in Times of Loss and Grief with Lisa Appelo
What happens when you go to bed living one life, and when you wake up, that life has totally changed? In this episode of _Fierce Calling_ , Doris welcomes Lisa Appelo, author, speaker, and Bible teacher, who is passionate about helping women find hope in grief, talk about loss, seek comfort in God, and find hope when life takes an unexpected turn. Lisa suddenly became a widow in her forties and began walking through grief with her seven children. She shares how that experience led to her …
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How Christians Can Navigate AI With Wisdom & Discernment with Misty Phillip
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How Christians Can Navigate AI With Wisdom & Discernment with Misty Phillip
Are you fearful of AI? How are you currently using it? In this episode of _Fierce Calling_ , Doris welcomes back Misty Phillip for a candid conversation about all things AI, surrendering a meaningful season, recognizing when good work has run its course, and trusting that nothing in your story is wasted. Misty shares how she transitioned from building Spark Media to working alongside her husband in cybersecurity and AI, and why it’s so important for Christians to have a seat at the AI table. …
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Equipping Parents to Raise Biblically Grounded Kids With Lee Ann Mancini
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Equipping Parents to Raise Biblically Grounded Kids With Lee Ann Mancini
How can parents help their children build a strong foundation in Christ before the noise of culture shapes their worldview? In this episode of _Fierce Calling_ , I welcome back Lee Ann Mancini to discuss biblical parenting, critical thinking, family discipleship, and the importance of relationship from the earliest years. In a previous episode which you can find here, we talked all about her book _Raising Kids to Follow Christ_ , and in this episode we go even deeper, including the Raising …
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Made for More: Refusing to Settle for Less Than God’s Best with Julie Lefebure
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Made for More: Refusing to Settle for Less Than God’s Best with Julie Lefebure
Welcome to the Fierce Calling Podcast, where we explore how God uses our stories—especially our hardest seasons and deepest passions—to call us into His purpose. I’m your host, Doris Swift, and today I’m joined by Julie Lefebure: author, speaker, mentor, and host of the Encouragement for Real Life podcast. Julie Lefebure shares her journey of encouraging women to refuse to settle for less than God’s best, and how her most recent book, _Made for More: 365 Devotions for the Woman Who Refuses to …
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Escaping the Darkness: Breaking Free from New Age and the Occult Through God’s Truth with Jac Marino Chen #226
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Escaping the Darkness: Breaking Free from New Age and the Occult Through God’s Truth with Jac Marino Chen #226
Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In this episode, I welcome my new friend Jac Marino Chen. Jac shares her remarkable testimony of being saved by Jesus Christ out of the darkness of abuse, addiction, New Age practices, and the occult. We’re also talking about her new book, _Ensnared: Escaping New Age and Occult Practices Through Biblical Truth and Gospel Hope_ , which is now available for pre-order. From a self-described sorceress practicing ritual magick to discovering true freedom through …
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When Mothering is Hard: Finding Hope in God’s Eternal Plan for Moms with Shalene C. Roberts
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When Mothering is Hard: Finding Hope in God’s Eternal Plan for Moms with Shalene C. Roberts
Hi Friend, Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In today’s episode, Doris sits down with Shalene Roberts, a part-time homeschooling mom of five, writer, small business owner, and author of the heartwarming children’s book _Bruce the Brave_. Shalene Roberts is passionate about helping women cultivate grace-filled homes and anchor their families in Christ. Together, they delve into her new book, _When Mothering Is Hard and No One Sees: Where Gritty Meets Glorious in God’s Eternal Plan for Moms_ , …
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Beyond “I Don’t Know What to Say”: Navigating Grief Conversations with Grace with Cheri Fletcher Ep 224
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Beyond “I Don’t Know What to Say”: Navigating Grief Conversations with Grace with Cheri Fletcher Ep 224
Hi Friend, Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In today’s heartfelt episode, Doris sits down with her dear friend and sister in Christ, Cheri Fletcher, to discuss how to navigate grief conversations, honor precious memories, and find purpose through life’s deepest losses. After the loss of her daughter Annie in 2023, Cheri created Beyond _“I Don’t Know What to Say”_ Grief Cards, a resource designed to spark meaningful conversations and keep memories of loved ones alive. Together, they talk about …
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An Honest Caregiver: Ann Coker’s Reflections on Love, Loss, and Legacy
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An Honest Caregiver: Ann Coker’s Reflections on Love, Loss, and Legacy
Hi Friend, Welcome to this new episode on the Fierce Calling podcast! We’re so glad you’re with us—whether you’re a regular listener or a new friend stopping by. ### 🎙️ This Week’s Episode: An Honest Caregiver – Ann Coker’s Reflections of Love, Loss, and Legacy On episode 223, Ann Coker returns to share from her new book, _An Honest Caregiver: Facing the Reality of My Husband’s Dementia_. Ann Coker cared for her husband, Bill, for 14 years after his Alzheimer’s diagnosis. She opens up about …
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America Reads the Bible: Igniting a Nation Through Scripture with Bunni Pounds
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America Reads the Bible: Igniting a Nation Through Scripture with Bunni Pounds
Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In today’s episode, Doris sits down with her friend and powerhouse leader Bunni Pounds—founder and president of Christians Engaged, senior vice president at Family Policy Alliance, and author of _Jesus in Politics_ : _One Woman’s Walk with God in a Mudslinging Profession_. Together, they dive into Bunni Pounds’s incredible journey of faith, leadership, and calling, including her bold vision for “America Reads the Bible”—an unprecedented, nation-wide Bible …
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Does Your Soul Feel Its Worth? How to Experience True Christmas Joy
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Does Your Soul Feel Its Worth? How to Experience True Christmas Joy
Hey, friend! Welcome to the Fierce Calling Podcast, where I usually talk with guests who are taking action where their passion, compassion, and conviction intersect, but not this week. This is Christmas week, and I am replaying an episode I recorded back in 2022, Are You Ready for Christmas? A Special Christmas Episode with a Christmas Poem & Prayer. It was the year of Hurricane Ian, and our home flooded for the first time. Little did I know that two years later, we’d experience yet another …
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Overcoming Your Difficult Story and Finding Healing Through Surrender with Mary DeMuth
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Overcoming Your Difficult Story and Finding Healing Through Surrender with Mary DeMuth
We have a powerful new episode to share with you! This week, Doris Swift welcomes the incredible Mary DeMuth—author of over 50 books, literary agent, artist, podcaster, and global speaker—who shares her story and wisdom on finding freedom, healing, and joy through surrender. Here’s what you’ll find in this inspiring conversation: ✨ **The Freedom of Surrender** Mary opens up about her latest devotional, _The Freedom of Surrender: 40 Devotions for a Joyful Life in Christ_. She shares how her …
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Did Jesus Really Say He Was God? Finding Clarity and Confidence in Jesus’ claim to divinity with Dr. Mikel Del Rosario
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Did Jesus Really Say He Was God? Finding Clarity and Confidence in Jesus’ claim to divinity with Dr. Mikel Del Rosario
We’re excited to bring you a fascinating episode this week! Doris welcomed Dr. Mikel Del Rosario, professor, author, and host of the Apologetics Guy podcast, to talk about his brand new book: Did Jesus Really Say He Was God? Making Sense of Historical Claims. Many have wrestled with doubt or faced tough questions from loved ones about who Jesus is, did Jesus claim to be God, and the reliability of the Bible. This episode is packed with encouragement, practical insight, and real stories that will …
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Faith, Fiction, and the Beauty of Our Unfinished Stories with Kristen Hogrefe Parnell
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Faith, Fiction, and the Beauty of Our Unfinished Stories with Kristen Hogrefe Parnell
Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In this episode, host Doris Swift sits down with award-winning author Kristen Hogrefe Parnell for an inspiring conversation about faith, fiction, and trusting God’s unique timeline. Kristen shares her journey from writing young adult suspense to crafting women’s fiction rooted in faith, revealing how her own experiences—like waiting for her husband and navigating motherhood—have shaped her stories and perspective. We dig into the power of Christian fiction to …
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Growing a Joyful Heart Even in Difficult Seasons with Karen Whiting and Pam Farrel
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Growing a Joyful Heart Even in Difficult Seasons with Karen Whiting and Pam Farrel
Are you feeling weighed down and searching for more joy in your life? Well, you're in the right place! Welcome to another uplifting episode of Fierce Calling! This week, Doris Swift invites us to explore and rediscover joy — what joy truly is and how we can reclaim it, even in life’s toughest seasons. Doris is joined by two extraordinary guests: Karen Whiting, a prolific author, speaker, and certified writing coach, and Pam Farrel, beloved for her wisdom on relationships and joy, and co-author …
