Power of Twelve - Wednesday Weekly Word - Women's Faith Encouragement

Debra and Dena
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Join us every Wednesday for just 12 minutes of a mid-week infusion in God's word. Focusing on one encouraging word for the week and one scripture based around that word, hear how it can transform your faith and how you can live out that word as you go about your week ahead. Since our beginnings, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Non-Profit Organization upon: Support and encouragement in the word of God in a simple way, building the lives of generations together. Website www.poweroftwelve.org Connect with us https://www.poweroftwelve.org/contact Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power.of.twelve Facebook https://facebook.com/poweroftwelve

  1. 6h ago

    GENTLE: Strength Guided by Love

    When we think of someone who is gentle, we often picture a person who is soft-spoken, calm, and never seems to get upset. But biblical gentleness is about so much more than having a quiet personality. Gentleness isn't weakness. Its strength guided by love. In this week's Wednesday Weekly Word, we explore Ephesians 4:2 and the beautiful connection between humility, gentleness, patience, and love. The Apostle Paul doesn't tell us to be gentle only when life is easy or when others treat us kindly. He calls us to practice gentleness even when our patience is tested, we're misunderstood, or we'd much rather have the last word! And that's where the real challenge begins. We'll reflect on how Jesus demonstrated gentleness while remaining courageous, truthful, and strong. His example reminds us that we can stand firm in our convictions, establish healthy boundaries, and still treat others with kindness and respect. Sometimes gentleness means choosing a softer response. Sometimes it means listening before speaking. And sometimes it means extending grace to someone who may be carrying a burden we know nothing about. We'll also talk about the importance of showing that same gentleness to ourselves as we continue growing in our faith. This week's challenge: Before responding to a difficult situation, ask yourself, “Am I responding out of love, or am I simply reacting out of emotion?” Because the way we treat others can be one of the most powerful reflections of Christ living within us. Remember, gentleness isn't about having the weakest voice in the room. It's about having the strength to respond with love, even when you have every reason not to. Join us for a little biblical truth, practical encouragement, and a reminder that we're all still growing in grace. Power of Twelve Podcast - Growing Together in Truth and Grace. Read our Wednesday Weekly Word for more on the topic of GENTLE https://www.poweroftwelve.org/so/86Q6d7YeA?languageTag=en Join Debra and Dena every week for our Power of Twelve, Wednesday Weekly Word, your 12-minute mid-week infusion of faith and encouragement. We meet you where you are at in your busy lives, just 12-minutes a week, listen while getting ready for the day, on your car commute to work, in the school carpool line, while working out or any time during the day. Since our beginnings, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Non-Profit Organization upon: Support and encouragement in the word of God in a simple way, building the lives of generations together. Looking for more opportunity, check out our national faith-based multi-generational women's connection group opportunities on-line. Website www.poweroftwelve.org Connect with us https://www.poweroftwelve.org/contact Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power.of.twelve Facebook https://facebook.com/poweroftwelve YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@poweroftwelve TWELVE WOMEN. TWELVE WORDS. TWELVE MONTHS.

    GENTLE: Strength Guided by Love

  2. Oct 28

    MAJESTY: The Greatness of God

    How often do we become so consumed with life's worries and responsibilities that we forget to recognize the majesty of God? In Psalm 145:5, David reminds us to meditate on God's wonderful works. And what's especially meaningful is that David, a king himself, recognized that true majesty belongs to God alone. In this week's Wednesday Weekly Word, we reflect on the importance of intentionally slowing down, recognizing God's greatness in both the extraordinary and everyday moments, and remembering that the Creator of the universe knows and cares for each of us personally. God's majesty reminds us how great He is, but His love reminds us how close He is. Join us for a little biblical truth and encouragement to see God's goodness in a whole new way. Read our Wednesday Weekly Word for more on the topic of MAJESTY https://poweroftwelve.org/so/76Q64JHrW?languageTag=en&cid=65ad280c-9d5e-486e-9db0-a0e3e644af08 Join Debra and Dena every week for our Power of Twelve, Wednesday Weekly Word, your 12-minute mid-week infusion of faith and encouragement. We meet you where you are at in your busy lives, just 12-minutes a week, listen while getting ready for the day, on your car commute to work, in the school carpool line, while working out or any time during the day. Since our beginnings, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Non-Profit Organization upon: Support and encouragement in the word of God in a simple way, building the lives of generations together. Looking for more opportunity, check out our national faith-based multi-generational women's connection group opportunities on-line. Website www.poweroftwelve.org Connect with us https://www.poweroftwelve.org/contact Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power.of.twelve Facebook https://facebook.com/poweroftwelve YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@poweroftwelve TWELVE WOMEN. TWELVE WORDS. TWELVE MONTHS.

    MAJESTY: The Greatness of God

  3. Oct 21

    REMARKABLE: God leaves us amazed!

    When was the last time you stopped and truly marveled at something God had done? In Luke 5:26, after witnessing Jesus heal a paralyzed man, the crowd was filled with awe and declared, "We have seen remarkable things today." In this episode of the Power of Twelve Podcast, we're looking beyond the miracle to something equally remarkable - the friendships of the men who carried their paralyzed friend to Jesus. When they couldn't get through the crowd, they didn't give up. They climbed onto the roof and lowered him right in front of Jesus! These weren't just friends who offered encouraging words. They showed up, carried his burden, and found a way. We'll explore the importance of friendships that strengthen our faith, how Jesus addressed the man's need for forgiveness before healing him, and why we should never stop recognizing God's goodness. And we'll ask ourselves two important questions: Do I have friends who help bring me closer to Jesus? And am I that kind of friend to someone else? Because sometimes the remarkable thing isn't only the miracle we're praying for. Sometimes it's the people God places in our lives who help carry us toward Him. Power of Twelve Podcast — Real Talk. Biblical Truth. Weekly Encouragement. Read our Wednesday Weekly Word for more on the topic of REMARKABLE https://poweroftwelve.org/so/41Q5UsJ7g?languageTag=en&cid=65ad280c-9d5e-486e-9db0-a0e3e644af08 Join Debra and Dena every week for our Power of Twelve, Wednesday Weekly Word, your 12-minute mid-week infusion of faith and encouragement. We meet you where you are at in your busy lives, just 12-minutes a week, listen while getting ready for the day, on your car commute to work, in the school carpool line, while working out or any time during the day. Since our beginnings, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Non-Profit Organization upon: Support and encouragement in the word of God in a simple way, building the lives of generations together. Looking for more opportunity, check out our national faith-based multi-generational women's connection group opportunities on-line. Website www.poweroftwelve.org Connect with us https://www.poweroftwelve.org/contact Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power.of.twelve Facebook https://facebook.com/poweroftwelve YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@poweroftwelve TWELVE WOMEN. TWELVE WORDS. TWELVE MONTHS.

    REMARKABLE: God leaves us amazed!

  4. Oct 14

    REDEEM: Bought Back by Love

    Galatians 4:4–5 What does it really mean to be redeemed? When we hear the word redeem, we might think about redeeming coupons, gift cards, or those reward points we've been saving forever! But biblical redemption is about something far greater. It's not about what we've earned. It's about what Jesus paid. In this episode of the Power of Twelve Podcast, we're exploring Galatians 4:4–5 and the incredible truth that God sent His Son at exactly the right time to redeem us - not only to set us free, but to welcome us into His family. We'll talk about what redemption really means, why our past mistakes don't have to define our future, and how God's grace offers forgiveness, freedom, and a new beginning. Redemption doesn't necessarily erase our history, but through Christ, it changes our relationship with God and gives us a new identity. And here's the beautiful part: We don't have to earn our place in God's family. Jesus has already paid the price for our redemption. Join us for a little laughter, real talk, and biblical encouragement as we remember that God's love is greater than our failures and His grace offers us something we could never earn on our own. Read our Wednesday Weekly Word for more on the topic of REDEEM https://poweroftwelve.org/so/26Q4u2o72?languageTag=en&cid=65ad280c-9d5e-486e-9db0-a0e3e644af08 Join Debra and Dena every week for our Power of Twelve, Wednesday Weekly Word, your 12-minute mid-week infusion of faith and encouragement. We meet you where you are at in your busy lives, just 12-minutes a week, listen while getting ready for the day, on your car commute to work, in the school carpool line, while working out or any time during the day. Since our beginnings, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Non-Profit Organization upon: Support and encouragement in the word of God in a simple way, building the lives of generations together. Looking for more opportunity, check out our national faith-based multi-generational women's connection group opportunities on-line. Website www.poweroftwelve.org Connect with us https://www.poweroftwelve.org/contact Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power.of.twelve Facebook https://facebook.com/poweroftwelve YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@poweroftwelve TWELVE WOMEN. TWELVE WORDS. TWELVE MONTHS.

    REDEEM: Bought Back by Love

  5. Oct 7

    FAVOR: Shield of Goodness

    When you hear the word favor, what comes to mind? An answered prayer? An unexpected opportunity? A door suddenly opening? Those things can certainly be signs of God’s favor - but Psalm 5:12 gives us an even bigger picture: “For You, O LORD, will bless the righteous; with favor You will surround him as with a shield.” God’s favor doesn’t simply show up when everything goes our way. Scripture describes His favor as something that surrounds us. In this episode of the Power of Twelve Podcast, we talk about recognizing God’s favor not only in what He allows into our lives, but also in what He may be protecting us from. Sometimes favor is the opportunity we prayed for. Other times, it’s the opportunity that never happened. Sometimes it’s an immediate answer. Other times, it’s a delay we don't understand until much later. And yes - sometimes we’re standing in front of a closed-door thinking, “Lord, I’m pretty sure You were supposed to open that one!” But what if the closed door was the shield? Maybe some of the greatest examples of God's favor in our lives are things we only recognize looking backward - the relationship that didn't work out, the plan that changed, the delay that redirected us, or the thing we desperately wanted that we're now grateful God didn't give us. Sometimes the greatest evidence of God's favor isn't what He gave us. It's what He kept us from. Join us as we talk about trusting God with the doors He opens and the ones He closes - and learning to walk confidently knowing that His favor surrounds us like a shield. Read our Wednesday Weekly Word for more on the topic of FAVOR https://poweroftwelve.org/so/c9Q4JJVNN?languageTag=en&cid=65ad280c-9d5e-486e-9db0-a0e3e644af08 Join Debra and Dena every week for our Power of Twelve, Wednesday Weekly Word, your 12-minute mid-week infusion of faith and encouragement. We meet you where you are at in your busy lives, just 12-minutes a week, listen while getting ready for the day, on your car commute to work, in the school carpool line, while working out or any time during the day. Since our beginnings, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Non-Profit Organization upon: Support and encouragement in the word of God in a simple way, building the lives of generations together. Looking for more opportunity, check out our national faith-based multi-generational women's connection group opportunities on-line. Website www.poweroftwelve.org Connect with us https://www.poweroftwelve.org/contact Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power.of.twelve Facebook https://facebook.com/poweroftwelve YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@poweroftwelve TWELVE WOMEN. TWELVE WORDS. TWELVE MONTHS.

    FAVOR: Shield of Goodness

  6. Sep 30

    WONDERS: Too Many to Count

    Have you ever stopped to think about how many incredible things God does that we simply overlook? In this episode of the Power of Twelve Podcast, we're exploring the word Wonders through Job 9:10: "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." What's especially powerful about this verse is that Job spoke these words during a season of tremendous suffering and uncertainty. Even when he couldn't understand his circumstances, he recognized that God's greatness extended far beyond what he could comprehend. Sometimes we want God to explain everything - the plan, the timeline, and exactly how things will work out. But God's wonders aren't limited to what we can see or understand. We'll talk about recognizing His goodness in difficult seasons, trusting Him when life doesn't make sense, and rediscovering the extraordinary blessings hidden within our ordinary days. A sunrise. A baby's laughter. An unexpected encouragement. An answered prayer. Another morning to experience His creation. Maybe instead of only asking, "God, what are You going to do next?" we should also ask, "God, what are You already doing that I haven't noticed?" Because perhaps God hasn't stopped doing wonders. Maybe we've simply stopped noticing them. Join us for a little laughter, biblical truth, and weekly encouragement as we remember that God's wonders are beyond our understanding and His miracles are too many to count. Read our Wednesday Weekly Word for more on the topic of WONDERS https://poweroftwelve.org/so/52Q3kqZew?languageTag=en&cid=65ad280c-9d5e-486e-9db0-a0e3e644af08 Join Debra and Dena every week for our Power of Twelve, Wednesday Weekly Word, your 12-minute mid-week infusion of faith and encouragement. We meet you where you are at in your busy lives, just 12-minutes a week, listen while getting ready for the day, on your car commute to work, in the school carpool line, while working out or any time during the day. Since our beginnings, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Non-Profit Organization upon: Support and encouragement in the word of God in a simple way, building the lives of generations together. Looking for more opportunity, check out our national faith-based multi-generational women's connection group opportunities on-line. Website www.poweroftwelve.org Connect with us https://www.poweroftwelve.org/contact Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power.of.twelve Facebook https://facebook.com/poweroftwelve YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@poweroftwelve TWELVE WOMEN. TWELVE WORDS. TWELVE MONTHS.

    WONDERS: Too Many to Count

  7. Sep 23

    GRATITUDE: Thankful in EVERY Season

    It's easy to be grateful when life is going the way we hoped. The prayer gets answered. The relationship is good. The doors are opening. The plans are working. But what happens to our gratitude when life gets shaken? In this episode of the Power of Twelve Podcast, we're exploring Gratitude through the powerful words of Hebrews 12:28: "Therefore, since we receive a kingdom which cannot be shaken, let us show gratitude, by which we may offer to God an acceptable service with reverence and awe;" Life can be shaken. Our circumstances can change. Relationships can change. Plans can fall apart. Things we thought were secure can suddenly feel uncertain. But Scripture reminds us that there is something that cannot be shaken: God's kingdom. And because of that, we can still be grateful. We'll talk about how biblical gratitude isn't pretending painful things don't hurt or calling something good that wasn't good. Gratitude can acknowledge the reality of what we're walking through while still recognizing the faithfulness of God. Sometimes gratitude sounds like: “This hurts, but God is still good.” We'll also look at the very next verse, Hebrews 12:29: “for our God is a consuming fire.” That statement reminds us that gratitude isn't simply about thanking God for everything He gives us. It's rooted in recognizing who He is - holy, powerful, worthy of reverence and awe. Because gratitude doesn't necessarily change our circumstances - but it can profoundly change how we walk through them. And when we stop focusing only on what God has given us and begin recognizing who God is, something beautiful happens: Gratitude becomes worship. Read our Wednesday Weekly Word for more on the topic of GRATITUDE https://poweroftwelve.org/so/1bQ39nhvk?languageTag=en&cid=65ad280c-9d5e-486e-9db0-a0e3e644af08 Join Debra and Dena every week for our Power of Twelve, Wednesday Weekly Word, your 12-minute mid-week infusion of faith and encouragement. We meet you where you are at in your busy lives, just 12-minutes a week, listen while getting ready for the day, on your car commute to work, in the school carpool line, while working out or any time during the day. Since our beginnings, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Non-Profit Organization upon: Support and encouragement in the word of God in a simple way, building the lives of generations together. Looking for more opportunity, check out our national faith-based multi-generational women's connection group opportunities on-line. Website www.poweroftwelve.org Connect with us https://www.poweroftwelve.org/contact Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power.of.twelve Facebook https://facebook.com/poweroftwelve YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@poweroftwelve TWELVE WOMEN. TWELVE WORDS. TWELVE MONTHS.

    GRATITUDE: Thankful in EVERY Season

  8. Sep 9

    BLAMELESS: Held Firm to the End

    The word blameless can feel intimidating. If being blameless means never making a mistake, never failing, and always getting it right, then most of us would probably say, “Well, that rules me out!” But 1 Corinthians 1:8 gives us a very different perspective: "He will also keep you firm to the end, so that you will be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ." Notice where the verse begins: “He will also keep you firm…” Our confidence isn't in our ability to hold everything together. It's in the faithfulness of the One who holds us. In this episode of the Power of Twelve Podcast, we talk about the difference between being blameless and being flawless. Following Christ doesn't mean we never stumble. We still make mistakes, need forgiveness, repent, learn, and grow. But our failures don't have to become our identity. We'll also explore how grace should change the way we live. Grace isn't permission to say, “It doesn't matter what I do.” Instead, grace causes us to look at what Christ has done for us and say, “I want my life to honor Him.” Maybe you're carrying shame from your past or what others have done to you. Maybe you've made mistakes you're struggling to forgive yourself for or forgive others and blame yourself. Or perhaps you're in a season where your faith feels shaky and you're wondering whether God could still use you. This episode is a reminder to shift your focus from your ability to be perfect to God's ability to be faithful. You don't have to spend your life trying to prove that you're flawless. Keep following. Keep growing. Keep returning to Him. Because your failures don't get the final word - Jesus does. And He is faithful to keep you firm to the end. Read our Wednesday Weekly Word for more on the topic of BLAMELESS https://poweroftwelve.org/so/a1Q23Qavn?languageTag=en&cid=65ad280c-9d5e-486e-9db0-a0e3e644af08 Join Debra and Dena every week for our Power of Twelve, Wednesday Weekly Word, your 12-minute mid-week infusion of faith and encouragement. We meet you where you are at in your busy lives, just 12-minutes a week, listen while getting ready for the day, on your car commute to work, in the school carpool line, while working out or any time during the day. Since our beginnings, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Non-Profit Organization upon: Support and encouragement in the word of God in a simple way, building the lives of generations together. Looking for more opportunity, check out our national faith-based multi-generational women's connection group opportunities on-line. Website www.poweroftwelve.org Connect with us https://www.poweroftwelve.org/contact Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power.of.twelve Facebook https://facebook.com/poweroftwelve YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@poweroftwelve TWELVE WOMEN. TWELVE WORDS. TWELVE MONTHS.

    BLAMELESS: Held Firm to the End
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Join us every Wednesday for just 12 minutes of a mid-week infusion in God's word. Focusing on one encouraging word for the week and one scripture based around that word, hear how it can transform your faith and how you can live out that word as you go about your week ahead. Since our beginnings, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Non-Profit Organization upon: Support and encouragement in the word of God in a simple way, building the lives of generations together. Website www.poweroftwelve.org Connect with us https://www.poweroftwelve.org/contact Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power.of.twelve Facebook https://facebook.com/poweroftwelve

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