Cara Podcast

Lori Lesnansky
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CARA is a podcast focused on inspiring and encouraging you by putting Jesus at the center of our lives. Our mission is to provide a platform to promote both personal and professional development as well as encourage self-discovery on the pathway to success. Burn the limiting beliefs that are holding you back. The easiest way to achieve everything you want in life is to fall in love with Jesus and knowing that our battles are messy and beautiful along the way to becoming all that he has created us for. What does CARA Stand for? Great question, glad you asked:) Creative | Accomplished | Remarkable | Awe-Inspired

  1. OCT 16

    Who Does the World Say You Are?

    “The World Says… But God Says.” It’s time to lay down the labels the world gave you and step boldly into the life He created for you. You were made to live from identity, not for approval. 🎧 Listen to the new episode: Who Am I, Really? ☕️ Join us in person on Thursday's kicking off at Beach Hippie Coffee Midtown on November 6th at 6:30 PM 💻 Online link: www.carapodcast.com e #URLOV3D #FaithOverFear #IdentityInChrist #EndlessSummerFaith

    18 min

  2. OCT 9

    Stillness — Finding Calm in the Northeaster

    Stillness — Finding Calm in the Northeaster In a world that feels like a constant Northeaster — winds howling, schedules crashing, emotions rising — how do we find peace? In this episode of The Cara Podcast, Cara invites you to step away from the noise and into the quiet rhythm of stillness. Recorded after a reflective beach walk during the season of the King Tides, this message reminds us that even when the tides rise and life feels pulled in every direction, there’s a calm beneath the surface — the steady presence of God.

    8 min

  3. AUG 11

    You Can… But Should You?

    In a world that constantly tells us “you can do anything”, God’s Word invites us to slow down and ask a deeper question: You can… but should you? Today's CARA Podcast tackles the everyday decisions that shape our faith, relationships, and witness. From what we post online, to how we respond in conflict, to the opportunities we say yes (or no) to — we explore not just what’s permissible, but what’s wise. Through Scripture, real-life stories, and practical tools, invites you to look at life through a Kingdom lens: Are you contributing to the noise of this world, or the narrative of His grace?Are you guarding your heart, or letting everything in?Are you acting from pride or from love?Each episode offers encouragement, biblical truth, and a clear next step so you can walk away with peace in your decisions and joy in your heart. Because permission doesn’t always equal wisdom — and in Christ, wisdom leads to life.

    12 min

  4. JUL 7

    The Horizon of His Faithfulness

    Hi, and welcome to the CARA Podcast. 🎧 Episode Recap: The Horizon of His Faithfulness   Host: Lori Lesnansky | The CARA Podcast This week on the CARA Podcast, we slow down to reflect on one of the most tangible and breathtaking reminders of God’s promises: the sunrise. As the sky kisses the ocean and the light breaks through the dark, we’re reminded of one unshakable truth—God is faithful. From early-morning drives to the coffee shop, to the story of Paul in Athens found in Acts 17:16–34, Lori invites us to consider the altars we’ve built in our own lives—often unknowingly. Like the Athenians, our culture is full of idols that promise fulfillment but leave us empty. From success to self-image to spiritual confusion, many today are still worshiping at the altar of “the unknown god.” But just as Paul did, we are called to step into culture—not avoid it. To lovingly redirect people from what’s fleeting to what’s eternal. And to boldly proclaim the truth: the God you’ve been searching for is not far from any of us. In this episode, we unpack: Why the sunrise and the rainbow still preach to our soulsWhat modern-day idols look like and how even good things can become godsHow Paul used cultural connections to preach eternal truthWhy it’s time to surrender the altars that no longer serve usHow to boldly—but gently—live as a messenger of hope in today’s noisy world🎙️ Key Scripture: Acts 17:16–34 💬 Takeaway Question: What altar have you built in your heart to something that hasn’t delivered? What would it look like to surrender that space to the One who made you, knows you, and loves you? 👉 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you stream. 🌐 More at www.carapodcast.com 📲 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs a fresh reminder of God’s unshakable faithfulness. ChatGPT can make mistakes. Check important info.

    17 min

  5. JUN 18

    Keys to the Kingdom – Living Like an Heir

    🎙️ CARA Podcast – Episode Overview Episode Title: Keys to the Kingdom – Living Like an Heir Host: Lori Lesnansky Duration: 8 minutes Category: Faith / Christian Living / Spiritual Growth Published: June 18, 2025 🔑 Episode Summary: In this powerful episode of the CARA Podcast, we explore what it truly means to live as heirs to the Kingdom of God. When we said yes to Jesus, we were given more than salvation—we received access to righteousness, peace, and joy through the Holy Spirit. But why do so many of us still live like outsiders in the Kingdom?  Host [Name] unpacks this disconnect with scripture, vulnerability, and bold encouragement. Drawing from Romans 14:17 and John 8:32, this episode invites listeners to exchange their striving for surrender, and their confusion for clarity. This is more than a message—it’s a call to live fully as sons and daughters of a Kingdom that’s already within reach. 🔍 Key Themes: Living as sons and daughters, not slavesReclaiming the true definition of the KingdomTrust and obedience in a culture of comfort and controlSpirit-led freedom vs. self-manufactured clarityLiving with Kingdom purpose in everyday life

    10 min

  6. MAY 1

    Mystery of God

    Podcast Recap: “The Mystery of God: Known Yet Unsearchable” In today’s episode, we step into the awe and wonder of who God is—vast, holy, and beyond comprehension, yet intimately near. Drawing from Isaiah 55:8–9, we reflect on how God's thoughts and ways soar far above ours, inviting us not into confusion, but into deeper trust. We explore the tension between what is revealed and what remains hidden, and how embracing God’s mystery can lead to spiritual intimacy rather than distance. With personal stories, Scripture, and encouragement, this episode is a call to worship—not because we understand everything about God, but because He’s faithful, good, and present even in what we don’t understand. Let this episode remind you: it’s okay not to have all the answers. Sometimes the most sacred place is found in surrender, in wonder, and in the quiet trust that His ways are always higher.

    8 min

  7. APR 18

    Still Loved

    This week, we are changing it up a bit for Easter.  Here is a song that I wrote that I am sharing with you.......Still Loved Friday looked like it was the end, But love showed up, called me friend. Cross on His back, thorns in His crown, He lifted me when I was down. The world went dark, but heaven shined, His heart was set on yours and mine. For God so loved, He sent the light, Gave His Son to make it right. Even when I turned away, He chose the cross, He chose to stay. No fear, no shame, I’m not alone— Still loved, still known, still called His own. Blood ran red, but love ran wild, Saving grace for every child. Nailed to death, but not for long, Sunday’s coming — sing the song! The stone rolled back, the chains came loose, He gave His life, He called it truth. For God so loved, He sent the light, Gave His Son to make it right. Even when I turned away, He chose the cross, He chose to stay. No fear, no shame, I’m not alone— Still loved, still known, still called His own. Lori Lesnansky

    6 min

  8. APR 4

    Just In Time!

    Just in Time, exploring the wonder of God's timing in our lives. Have you ever noticed how God's timing is always perfect, no matter where you are at or what you’re facing?

    9 min
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CARA is a podcast focused on inspiring and encouraging you by putting Jesus at the center of our lives. Our mission is to provide a platform to promote both personal and professional development as well as encourage self-discovery on the pathway to success. Burn the limiting beliefs that are holding you back. The easiest way to achieve everything you want in life is to fall in love with Jesus and knowing that our battles are messy and beautiful along the way to becoming all that he has created us for. What does CARA Stand for? Great question, glad you asked:) Creative | Accomplished | Remarkable | Awe-Inspired

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  • Creator
    Lori Lesnansky
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    131
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Cara Podcast
  • Show Website
    Cara Podcast