Sunshine Café: Stories to Encourage & Inspire

Lisa Roers
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Welcome to the Sunshine☀️Café—where we pour positive back into your day! What might your life be like if you were healthier, happier, and living with even more impact? I'm Lisa Roers—Christian, wife, mom, certified coach, PhD student, and passionate believer that we were created for more! At Sunshine☀️Café, we explore four pillars of a life well-lived: NOURISH, MOVE, GROW, and BELIEVE. Through inspiring stories, encouraging conversations, and practical strategies, we'll discover ways to nourish our bodies, strengthen our minds, and deepen our faith so we can live with greater impact, purpose, and joy. Grab your favorite drink, and let’s dive in! (And one more thing—my promise is to give you a podcast that is 100% clean. No bad language. No exceptions—ever!)

  1. 19h ago

    151: They Thought He Was Dead… He Was Just Getting Started with Douglas Vandergraph

    At 16, Douglas Vandergraph survived a devastating head-on collision that changed his life forever. He shares his extraordinary account of a near-death experience, seeing his late father, and the long, painful journey of learning to walk again. From taking 57 determined steps out of the hospital to walking bench by bench across a college campus, Doug's story is one of perseverance, faith, and finding hope when life doesn't go according to plan. Join us at the Sunshine Café for a heartfelt conversation about wrestling with God, the power of prayer, showing up when life gets difficult, and trusting that your story isn't over. Sometimes you're simply standing in the middle of the page—not at the end of the book. ☀️ Douglas Vandergraph LINKS: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@douglasvandergraph Website: https://douglasvandergraph.com/ Christian media library: https://douglasvandergraph.com/douglas-vandergraph-master-index/ Publishing directory: https://douglasvandergraph.com/everywhere-douglas-vandergraph-publishes/ Lisa Roers's LINKS: Website: www.LisaRoers.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunshineCafePodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SunshineCafePodcast/

    151: They Thought He Was Dead… He Was Just Getting Started with Douglas Vandergraph

  2. Oct 24

    150: When Evil Becomes Normal - How to Recognize It and Fight Back

    Is evil real? And have we become so comfortable with it that we no longer recognize it? In this episode of Sunshine☀️Café, we're tackling a challenging but important topic: how evil can quietly influence our lives through deception, desensitization, and seemingly harmless compromises. We'll explore what Scripture teaches about recognizing evil, how repeated exposure can dull our moral sensitivity, and why even small choices can gradually pull us away from God's truth. But here's the GOOD NEWS: Evil doesn't get the final word. God does! Discover five practical ways to strengthen your spiritual discernment, stand firm in your faith, and overcome evil with good. Be aware, but not afraid. God's goodness is greater! Scriptures Referenced — Sunshine☀️Café Episode #150 1 Peter 5:8–9 — Be alert; the devil prowls like a roaring lion. Resist him and stand firm in faith. Romans 12:21 — Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Matthew 6:13 — The Lord's Prayer: Deliver us from the evil one. 1 John 3:12 — Cain belonged to the evil one and murdered his brother. Ephesians 6:12 — Our struggle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of evil. 2 Corinthians 11:14 — Satan masquerades as an angel of light. Genesis 3:1–6 — The serpent deceives Eve by questioning God's instructions. Ephesians 4:31 — Get rid of bitterness, rage, anger, slander, and malice. Isaiah 5:20 — A warning against calling evil good and good evil. Romans 12:2 — Do not conform to the world; be transformed by renewing your mind. 3 John 1:11 — Do not imitate evil, but imitate good. Matthew 5:13 — Jesus calls His followers the salt of the earth. Matthew 5:14–16 — Jesus calls His followers the light of the world. Philippians 4:8 — Focus on what is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy. 2 Timothy 1:7 — God gives us power, love, and self-discipline rather than fear. 1 John 4:4 — The One in us is greater than the one in the world. James 4:7 — Submit to God, resist the devil, and he will flee. Ephesians 6:10–18 — Put on the full armor of God to stand firm against evil. Hebrews 5:14 — Mature believers train themselves to distinguish good from evil. James 1:5 — Ask God for wisdom, and He gives generously.

    150: When Evil Becomes Normal - How to Recognize It and Fight Back

  3. Oct 17

    149: The Art of Letting Go: Making Room for What God Has Next

    What if letting go of what's behind you is the very thing that makes room for what God has planned next? In this episode of Sunshine☀️Café, I'm celebrating the reveal of my brand-new studio and sharing some powerful lessons from a season of decluttering, change, and personal growth. We'll explore why letting go is a skill worth developing, how physical and emotional clutter can weigh us down, and why trusting God through life's messy transitions can open the door to something new. Inspired by Isaiah 43:18–19, I'll share three practical steps to help you release what no longer serves you, embrace the season you're in, and make room for what matters most. Sometimes, making room for what's next begins with letting go. Lisa Roers's LINKS: Website: www.LisaRoers.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunshineCafePodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SunshineCafePodcast/

    149: The Art of Letting Go: Making Room for What God Has Next

  4. Oct 10

    148: Finding God's Purpose in an AI-Driven World with Ben Patton

    How can you discover your God-given purpose in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence? Join Sunshine Café host Lisa Roers and guest Ben Patton as they explore finding your calling, embracing your unique gifts, navigating career changes, and using AI wisely without sacrificing faith, relationships, or the things that make us human. Discover how to use technology as a tool for good while keeping God at the center of your decisions and living the life He created you to live. Ben Patton's LINKS: Website: https://benapatton.com  LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/in/benjaminapatton Books & Resources Mentioned Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Work — Timothy Keller with Katherine Leary Alsdorf (2012) https://books.google.com/books?id=wODaCwAAQBAJ Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church — N. T. Wright (2008) https://books.google.com/books?id=M5df9T6QJjMC The Six Types of Working Genius Assessment — Created by Patrick Lencioni and The Table Group. Discover your natural working gifts, competencies, and frustrations to better understand where you thrive. https://www.workinggenius.com/about/assessment Lisa Roers's LINKS: Website: www.LisaRoers.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunshineCafePodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SunshineCafePodcast/

    148: Finding God's Purpose in an AI-Driven World with Ben Patton

  5. Oct 3

    147: Do You Really Know Who You Are? Stop People-Pleasing & Be Your Authentic Self

    Do you really know who you are—or have you just gotten really good at becoming who everyone else needs you to be? In this episode of Sunshine Café, we’re talking about how to stop shape-shifting, get honest with yourself, discover what truly matters to you, and become more comfortable and confident being authentically YOU—without losing kindness, humility, or respect for others. If you’ve ever felt like a chameleon, worried too much about what others think, or wondered why you don’t quite feel like yourself around certain people, this one is for you. ☀️ Lisa Roers's LINKS: 👉 FREE GUIDE: 7 Strategic Ways to Build a Mindset of Gratitude: https://www.lisaroers.com/7strats4grat Website: www.LisaRoers.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunshineCafePodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SunshineCafePodcast/

    147: Do You Really Know Who You Are? Stop People-Pleasing & Be Your Authentic Self

  6. Sep 26

    146: How to Make a Big Decision

    👉 FREE PDF: 10-Step Decision Worksheet https://www.lisaroers.com/decisionworksheet Big decisions can feel paralyzing, especially when there isn’t one obvious “right” answer. In this episode of the Sunshine☀️Café Podcast, I’m sharing a 10-step process to help you work through major life decisions with prayer, wisdom, clarity, and confidence. You’ll learn how to weigh your options, consider the long-term impact, “try on” a decision, listen for God’s guidance, and move forward without constantly second-guessing yourself. And be sure to grab the FREE Decision Worksheet linked below so you can work through the process yourself. If this episode helps you, I’d love to hear what decision you’re working through in the comments. Lisa Roers's LINKS: 👉 FREE GUIDE: 10-Step Decision Worksheet https://www.lisaroers.com/decisionworksheet Website: www.LisaRoers.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunshineCafePodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SunshineCafePodcast/

    146: How to Make a Big Decision

  7. Sep 19

    145: How to Keep Promises to Yourself

    In this episode, Lisa explores how to follow through on the goals and dreams that matter to you—especially when there is no boss, coach, deadline, or outside accountability pushing you forward. She shares a practical four-step process to help you get clear on what you want, find the will to pursue it, create a flexible plan, and take the next small step toward done. You’ll also learn why self-trust, supportive accountability, visualization, and small consistent actions can make such a difference when it comes to keeping promises to yourself. If you’ve ever found it easier to show up for everyone else than for your own goals, this episode is for you. SHOW UP FOR YOURSELF. One step at a time. Lisa Roers's LINKS: 👉 FREE GUIDE: 7 Strategic Ways to Build a Mindset of Gratitude: https://www.lisaroers.com/7strats4grat Website: www.LisaRoers.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunshineCafePodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SunshineCafePodcast/

    145: How to Keep Promises to Yourself

  8. Sep 12

    144: How to Start Decluttering When You’re Overwhelmed | Tracy Hoth

    Feeling overwhelmed by clutter and not sure where to start? In this encouraging conversation, Lisa talks with professional organizer Tracy Hoth about why clutter can leave us feeling stuck—and how small, simple actions can create real change. Tracy shares her practical SPACE framework for decluttering, explains how much you can accomplish in just 15 minutes, and helps us rethink the belief that we’re “just not organized people.” You’ll walk away with a simple place to start, practical organizing strategies, and encouragement to create more peace, time, energy, and room for the life you really want to live. Tracy Hoth’s LINKS: Website:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/ 15 Minute Declutter Challenge: http://simplysquaredaway.com/declutter The Organized Coach Podcast: https://simplysquaredaway.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/tracyhoth   Lisa Roers's LINKS:  Website: www.LisaRoers.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunshineCafePodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SunshineCafePodcast/

    144: How to Start Decluttering When You’re Overwhelmed | Tracy Hoth
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Welcome to the Sunshine☀️Café—where we pour positive back into your day! What might your life be like if you were healthier, happier, and living with even more impact? I'm Lisa Roers—Christian, wife, mom, certified coach, PhD student, and passionate believer that we were created for more! At Sunshine☀️Café, we explore four pillars of a life well-lived: NOURISH, MOVE, GROW, and BELIEVE. Through inspiring stories, encouraging conversations, and practical strategies, we'll discover ways to nourish our bodies, strengthen our minds, and deepen our faith so we can live with greater impact, purpose, and joy. Grab your favorite drink, and let’s dive in! (And one more thing—my promise is to give you a podcast that is 100% clean. No bad language. No exceptions—ever!)

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