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. SEP 30

    239. The Success You Never Knew You Wanted : Obedience Over Outcome

    Whether you're questioning your current definition of success or feeling the tension between cultural expectations and God's calling, this conversation will encourage you to embrace a kingdom perspective on what truly matters. Join us as we discover the freedom and fulfillment that comes from pursuing obedience over outcomes.

    33 min

  2. SEP 16

    238. This One’s for the Boy Moms (and Dads): Reclaiming Boyhood in a World That Silences It with Rebekah Lovell

    "Boyhood is not a disease." Boys deserve to know they're not broken—that their energy, curiosity, and desire to test limits aren't flaws but strengths to be channeled. Parents aren't alone in this battle to resurrect boyhood, and small steps forward can lead to raising men who fulfill God's purpose for their lives. Get Boyhood Resurrected HereRebekahLovell.comWarrior Poet Society on Youtube

    48 min

  3. SEP 9

    237. When Good Isn't Great: How Purpose Changes Everything with Elizabeth Dixon

    Ever feel like you're drowning in good opportunities but missing what's truly great? This candid conversation with Elizabeth Dixon cuts through the confusion to reveal how defining your purpose transforms decision-making from overwhelming to crystal clear. Elizabeth shares her powerful journey from wrestling with identity tied to career to discovering what truly matters. After months of silence from God and feeling directionless, she learned that surrender precedes breakthrough. This pattern would become a cornerstone of her purpose-driven approach to life's biggest decisions. The most startling revelation? Only 25% of people can actually articulate their purpose. Without this clarity, we're left making decisions in what Elizabeth calls "a blender of confusion." Her practical framework helps define the difference between purpose (why you exist) and mission (what you do in each season), creating a filter that makes both big pivots and daily choices remarkably simpler. For women balancing multiple roles, Elizabeth offers game-changing perspective. Rather than comparing yourself to others or believing you must do it all, she advocates knowing your unique calling and priorities. "You be you," as her father wisely advised. This might mean outsourcing tasks that don't bring joy, delegating to family members, or simply downgrading expectations in certain areas to protect what matters most. Perhaps most liberating is her reframing of what it means to let go. "Letting go of what no longer fits isn't quitting—it's honoring your growth," she explains. When we understand our purpose, saying "not now" becomes an act of wisdom rather than weakness, protecting space for our best yes. Ready to move from people-pleasing to purpose-driven? This episode will help you articulate what matters most so you can build a life your 80-year-old self will look back on with pride and joy. Elizabethdixonspeaks.com @ElizabethDixonSpeaks Book: Strength of Purpose

    57 min

  4. SEP 2

    236. The Bittersweet Season of Back to School

    The seasons are shifting, and school is back. How can we make sure that summertime bliss doesn't fade with the season? Listen in to hear things we are working on with ourselves and our family to be a unified front.

    46 min

  5. AUG 26

    235. Summer is Over, Now What? Life and Debt Update

    It's been a while! Listen in to hear what we've been up to and how our debt free journey is coming,

    34 min

  6. MAY 13

    234. Summer’s Coming- Will Your Kids Want to Be Around? 5 Practical Ways to Prep Your House for Hosting Kids

    Ever feel that tug-of-war between wanting to open your home and also just wanting a quiet, clean space? Us too. Summer has this way of stirring things up — kids are out of school, the backyard suddenly becomes the neighborhood hotspot, and somehow your house turns into the unofficial sleepover headquarters. So how do we prepare our homes and hearts for hospitality? In this episode, we’re taking an honest look at the mess and the ministry of hospitality. We’re sharing five simple things that have helped us over the years — things like keeping popsicles and extra toothbrushes on hand, teaching our kids to help make the home feel welcoming, and how setting boundaries actually makes our house more of a place kids want to be. But we’re also talking about the why behind it all — because creating a safe, fun, loving space for kids to hang out? That’s more than just being the ‘cool house’. That’s kingdom work. And bonus: you know exactly who your kids are with and what they’re doing when they’re right under your roof. You don’t need to have it all together to be the house where kids feel welcome. This episode is full of practical ideas and gentle encouragement to help you open your home with purpose and peace. Let’s do this together — hit play and let’s chat about what it really looks like to open your doors and your heart this summer. Episode Highlights:  5 Practical Ways to Prep Your House for Hosting KidsThink about your household goals.What example are you setting? Links Mentioned in Episode/Find More on A Force to Be Reckoned With: Jointheforce.usFollow Bethany on Instagram @bethanyadkinsFollow Corey on Instagram @mrcoreyadkinsFind us on Youtube!Email Bethany at bethany@adkinsmedia.co This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.

    37 min

  7. MAY 7

    233. Replay: Making your Home a Place of Mission with Victoria Duerstock

    When is the last time you have invited someone into your home to sit down and dive into the parts of life that go deeper than everyday conversation? If this isn’t something that you do, or have done recently, what’s holding you back? Is it space? Is it clutter? Is it fear of what people might see when you let your walls down? For me, at one point or another it’s been all of those things, and I know I’m not alone in that. That’s why I’m so excited to share today’s conversation with Victoria Duerstock. Victoria Duerstock is a creative, an author of multiple books, and has over 20 years of experience in interior design. Today we are talking about the richness that letting our walls down and literally opening up our doors has on our lives---despite what they look like, how big they are, how much laundry we have piled up, or how our kids behave. This conversation has come at such a perfect time because over the last year or so, Corey and I have chosen to finally get rooted in a town and intentionally dive deep into the relationships around us. We desired to find a community that we could do life with, and go beyond simple conversation and small talk. God has been so good in blessing us with that in His timing, and honestly none of these deep relationships would exist if our friends had not let their walls down, and invited us into their worlds and their homes. The richer our relationships get, the more I see this lacking in our generation as a whole and it’s something I truly believe we desperately need. I can only say this because I went years believing that growing roots in a community and connecting deeper with other people outside of my immediate family had no value. How wrong I was! Victoria is so full of wisdom even in this short conversation. Not only does she share truths about the importance of getting past trying to “appear” a certain way, but she gives tactical tips on how to style our homes and make them more inviting. I hope you leave this conversation today feeling inspired to invite others into your world, and make your home a mission field. Episode Highlights:  Victoria’s journey to where she is now.The heart behind her new bookMaking your Home a Place of Mission with Victoria Duerstock.How to be more mission-minded when it comes to our homes.Things we can do to become more connected in this crazy world.Simple ways to re-decorate with what you already have! More on Guest: Victoria’s WebsiteGet Guard Your Heart and Home HEREConnect with Victoria on Instagram Links Mentioned in Episode/Find More on A Force to Be Reckoned With: Jointheforce.usFollow Bethany on Instagram @bethanyadkinsFollow Corey on Instagram @mrcoreyadkinsFind us on Youtube!Email Bethany at bethany@adkinsmedia.co This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.

    33 min

  8. APR 29

    232. Debt, Marriage, and Morning Coffee: Small Acts, Big Impacts

    What if paying off debt didn’t mean putting life on hold? This month we knocked out some debt, paid off a line of credit, and finally feel the snowball rolling. It’s gonna take a few years—and that's okay. We’re in it for the long haul without putting life on hold. Instead of extreme cuts that leave us burned out, we're learning to be intentional: letting the kids play sports (no $6 concession stand nachos for us), fixing up the backyard, and choosing joy where we can. Funny thing—getting serious about money has actually made our marriage stronger too. Turns out a little margin (and a hot cup of coffee) can change everything. You don't have to pick between financial freedom and a full life. You can have both. One small step at a time. Episode Highlights:  Neighborhood mailbox drama.Finding margin.Morning coffee and words of affirmation.Debt update. Links Mentioned in Episode/Find More on A Force to Be Reckoned With: Jointheforce.usFollow Bethany on Instagram @bethanyadkinsFollow Corey on Instagram @mrcoreyadkinsFind us on Youtube!Email Bethany at bethany@adkinsmedia.co This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.

    37 min
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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 - 2025
  • Episodes
    239
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 A Force To Be Reckoned With
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