A Force To Be Reckoned With

Bethany and Corey Adkins / Adkins Media Co.
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A Force To Be Reckoned With.Life is full of hardships and trials. It’s easy to feel defeated, broken, lost, and weary—which is exactly where the enemy wants you. Each of us are called to fight our own battles, and we have to choose how we will respond when things get hard. Will you wave a white flag in surrender, or will you press on and let battle scars be part of your legacy?We are choosing to rise up and not go down without a fight. We are A Force to Be Reckoned With.Will you join us?

  1. 1d ago

    256. Quiet Faithfulness - What If We Have "Impact" All Wrong? A Conversation with Gramma Rose

    Send us Fan Mail When I sat down to record this conversation with my grandma, I thought we were going to talk about being present with people and creating a home marked by hospitality. And while we absolutely talk about those things, this conversation became so much more than I expected. As we talked, I realized this episode is really about living an intentional life that chases after the heart of Jesus. It's about faithfully saying "yes" to the people, opportunities, and moments God places right in front of us every single day. Our culture constantly tells us that if we want to make an impact, we need to think bigger, do more, build a platform, or make our lives louder. But this conversation reminded me that God's Kingdom often works in the exact opposite way. The greatest impact is often found in quiet faithfulness. My grandma has spent her life living with open hands, an open home, and an open heart. She shares wisdom about hospitality, obedience, generosity, and what it looks like to trust God with the ordinary moments of life. Her story is a beautiful reminder that when we're faithful in the small things, God is faithful to use them for a much bigger purpose than we could ever imagine. I walked away from this conversation encouraged, challenged, and inspired, and I truly believe you will too. In this episode, we talk about: What biblical hospitality really looks likeLiving an intentional life centered on JesusWhy faithfulness matters more than recognitionFinding purpose in the everyday momentsThe eternal impact of simple obedienceWisdom from a life well livedTrusting God to multiply our ordinary "yeses"If this episode encourages you, I'd love for you to share it with a friend, leave a review, or send it to someone who needs the reminder that God often does His greatest work through our everyday faithfulness.

  2. Jul 7

    255. Feeling Alone in This Season of Parenting?

    Send us Fan Mail A reminder we are telling ourselves daily: God has given us this family on purpose, and when we feel unequipped, we can bring that to Jesus instead of pretending we have it all together.  If you’re raising kids and trying to set healthy boundaries without losing connection, hit play, share this with a parent friend, and leave a review so more families can find it. What boundary are you holding right now that feels hardest to explain?

  3. Jun 30

    254. What Are You Living For? Lukewarm Christians and The Valley of Dry Bones

    Send us Fan Mail If Ezekiel walked into your life and asked, “Can these bones live?”, what would you say? We sit with one of the most haunting scenes in Scripture, Ezekiel 37 and the Valley of Dry Bones. If you feel discouraged or far from God, hear this clearly: He’s not asking you to fake it, He’s inviting you to come back and let Him breathe life into you again.

  4. Jun 9

    253. When Good Intentions Steal Summer Joy

    Send us Fan Mail 🎉 SUMMER FUN GIVEAWAY 🎉 We're giving one lucky winner $200 CASH to make summer a little more fun! How to Enter: ☀️ Share this post to your Instagram Stories and tag @bethanyadkins — 3 entries ☀️ Leave a review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts and comment "Reviewed" on this post — 3 entries Already left a review in the past? Just comment "Reviewed" and you'll still receive your entries! ☀️ Tag friends in the comments — 1 additional entry per tag (each tag must be a separate comment) The more you engage, the more chances you have to win! Winner will be announced on 6/14/26. Good luck and thanks for supporting the podcast!

  5. May 12

    252. What If Comfort Is The Real Threat - Are We Raising Weenies?

    Send us Fan Mail Comfort is everywhere now, and it is doing more parenting than we want to admit. We start with an example of a simple moment that says a lot: kids who think a “walk” means riding in a luxury wagon with snacks, music, and a canopy. It is funny, but it also raises a serious question for modern parenting: are we removing the very discomfort that builds resilience, character, and confidence? Subscribe, share this with a parent who feels the tension, and leave a review so more families can find it. What is one discomfort you are willing to let your kids experience this week? Send us a text! Listen to Impact Without Limits Here Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

  6. May 5

    251. Find Your Thing, Run Your Race-Just Don't Be a Crab in a Bucket!

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back! This week, we are recapping after Bethany's second marathon. She is sharing what she's learned along her running journey and sharing some breaking news.

  7. Apr 14

    250. Success, Cancer, and Calling: Tim Timmons Gets Real

    Send us Fan Mail We sat down with Tim Timmons to talk about I Can Only Imagine 2, some behind-the-scenes moments, and his new book Waking Up Again. But more than anything, this conversation is about what it looks like to actually live with purpose. From his cancer diagnosis to the everyday realities of faith and family, Tim shares what really matters and why we shouldn’t wait to start living fully. Get the book Waking Up Again Follow Tim on IG

  8. Apr 7

    249. Enough With the Small Talk: A Convo About Life, Parenting, and Other Things Like Foul Shots

    Send us Fan Mail We recorded this one late at night, which means we’re too tired for a heavy topic and way more honest than usual. This week we are sharing a “coffee conversation” we all say we want: the questions that cut through small talk and get to what’s actually happening in our lives at home. We talk about what’s been quietly overwhelming, why stepping back from social media has helped our mental health, our marriage, and our ability to be present parents. From there we get practical about family life: when it’s healthy to lower your standards, how routines shift when seasons change, and why flexibility can be wisdom, not failure. Join us!

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A Force To Be Reckoned With.Life is full of hardships and trials. It’s easy to feel defeated, broken, lost, and weary—which is exactly where the enemy wants you. Each of us are called to fight our own battles, and we have to choose how we will respond when things get hard. Will you wave a white flag in surrender, or will you press on and let battle scars be part of your legacy?We are choosing to rise up and not go down without a fight. We are A Force to Be Reckoned With.Will you join us?

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  • Creator
    Bethany and Corey Adkins / Adkins Media Co.
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    256
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 A Force To Be Reckoned With
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