Alive and Abundant Podcast

Stefanie Edwards
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Experience a life you love with results that glorify GOD

  1. 04/25/2025

    How creating abundance unlocks your purpose and blessing

    "If I don't do this, what am I really losing?" Friend, this question kept me trapped for years. When an inspired idea would come, instead of moving forward with confidence, I'd talk myself out of it by thinking I could live without that accomplishment, that extra income, that goal. And I could justify it all away. But in a recent episode of Alive and Abundant, I shared my breakthrough moment—when I realized the profound selfishness of this thinking. The question I should have been asking was: "If I don't create this, who might miss out on something valuable?" This simple shift changed everything. When God places a vision in your heart, it's rarely just about you. Your ideas, your gifts, your resources aren't meant to benefit only your life—they're meant to flow through you to bless others. As 2 Corinthians 9 reminds us, God provides seed to the farmer and bread to eat, but also increases our resources to "produce a great harvest of generosity" in us. What idea has God planted in your heart that others are waiting to benefit from? What gift are you holding back that someone else desperately needs? What resources has God given you that were meant to flow, not stagnate? I invite you to listen to this week's episode, where I unpack this revelation and show how shifting from selfish thinking to kingdom thinking can transform not just your life, but countless others. Living abundantly isn't about accumulating more—it's about allowing more to flow through you. With love and encouragement, Stefanie

    12 min

  2. 04/18/2025

    Second Guessing God's Calling in Your Life?

    Have you ever felt God nudging you toward something new, something bigger—but then immediately talked yourself out of it? In today's podcast episode of Alive and Abundant, I share how those nagging thoughts kept circling in my mind: "What if I'm not good enough?" "At my age, can I really do this?" "What if I fail?" "What will my family think?" Sound familiar? I thought so. Here's the truth I discovered: it's never your circumstances holding you back—it's your thoughts and feelings. And I learned the hard way when I hit that breaking point at home with my kids (including two from foster care) and thought a job change would fix everything. But God showed me something powerful through Moses' story in Exodus. When God called Moses, his first response was, "Who am I to do this?" Sound like someone you know? (I was right there with Moses!) In this episode, I break down: How to identify and capture those limiting thoughts (using 2 Corinthians 10:5 as our guide) What God's response to Moses teaches us about our own doubts Why God doesn't need you to be perfect—just obedient Practical steps to start moving forward in your calling TODAY God isn't looking for perfection—He's looking for obedience. And when you step out in faith, His promise is clear: "I will be with you." Listen to the full episode. And to access The Living By Faith Mini Course: https://stan.store/knowtrustlive/p/living-by-faith

    13 min
  3. Alive and Abundant. My Big Change Moving Forward

    04/15/2025

    Alive and Abundant. My Big Change Moving Forward

    Stefanie shares the journey behind changing the podcast name from "Life Changing Manifestations" to "Alive and Abundant." She opens up about her realization that despite consistent effort and quality content, something wasn't connecting with her audience of Christian women in their 40s and beyond. Discover how feedback from her coach revealed that the term "manifestation" was creating an unintended barrier for many women of faith. Stefanie reaffirms her unchanged mission: helping women move beyond average Christianity into truly alive, abundant living that glorifies God. She explains how this rebrand better aligns with her biblical perspective while removing obstacles to reaching women who feel stuck in mediocrity, routine, and unfulfilled purpose. This episode bridges the transition between names while previewing exciting new content ahead, including upcoming discussions on loving God while struggling with church and other real faith challenges. Whether you're a longtime listener or new to the podcast, this episode clarifies Stefanie's heart behind the ministry and her continued commitment to helping women discover purpose-filled living through Christ-centered transformation. For more resources visit: https://stan.store/knowtrustlive

    21 min

  4. 03/28/2025

    Doing things differently. Checking in on your 2025 goals

    What happens when the goals you set at the beginning of the year start to feel... different? Not wrong, just not exactly as you planned? In my latest podcast episode, I get brutally honest about my journey of writing 12 books in 2025 - and the unexpected pivot that's teaching me everything about staying true to my values. Here's why you'll want to listen: Learn how to adjust your goals WITHOUT feeling like you're giving up Discover the power of market research in your creative pursuits Understand why alignment with your values matters more than rigidly sticking to an original plan Get inspired by a real-world example of entrepreneurial flexibility The biggest takeaway? Your goals are stepping stones to your values - not a prison sentence. If you're feeling any tension between what you thought you wanted and what actually makes sense right now, this episode is your reality check and motivation rolled into one. I'm sharing the raw, unfiltered story of how I'm navigating my goals, and I hope it gives you permission to do the same in your own journey. As you subscribe, please leave a positive review to help the podcast expand. It lets me know what you're listening to and what you like.

    26 min

  5. 03/21/2025

    Manifestation & Energy: A meditation for better alignment

    In this episode, Stefanie discusses the significance of energy in our lives and how it affects our ability to manifest our desires.  Making the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and the energy we bring to our actions. The episode includes a meditation -- direct from The Fix Your Thoughts Challenge -- designed to help you harness your energy for better results.  Join The Fix Your Thoughts Challenge: https://www.lifechangingmanifestations.com/offers/FCw3NFZC/checkout More resources to support your journey: https://stan.store/lifechangingmanifestations

    20 min
  6. 10 Scriptures to Transform Your Thoughts

    03/14/2025

    10 Scriptures to Transform Your Thoughts

    10 Biblical Truths to Transform Your Thinking Have you ever noticed how your mind can be your greatest ally or your worst enemy? The average person has about 6,000 thoughts per day, and unfortunately, many of those thoughts aren't exactly uplifting or God-honoring. In this episode, I dive deep into what Scripture teaches us about: Why meditation on God's Word isn't just a nice suggestion, but essential for renewing our minds How specific verses like Philippians 4:8 give us a practical filter for our thoughts The incredible peace that comes when we align our thinking with biblical truth Practical strategies for capturing negative thoughts before they take root As King David wrote in Psalm 1, those who meditate on God's law day and night are "like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season." There's something powerful about letting Scripture saturate your thinking until it naturally flows into your everyday thoughts. Listen Now I've also created companion resources on my blog with all 10 scriptures written out and additional reflection questions to help you apply these truths to your specific circumstances. https://stan.store/lifechangingmanifestations/p/thought-reset For more resources visit: https://www.lifechangingmanifestations.com/

    15 min
  7. It's not just this or that

    03/07/2025

    It's not just this or that

    Have you caught yourself saying things like: "If I had more money, then I could start my business..." "If my kids weren't so demanding, then I could pursue my dreams..." "If I wasn't so old, then I could make that career change..." Today's new podcast episode reveals how these "if-then" statements are excuses keeping you stuck. Why this all-or-nothing thinking creates invisible walls around your potential How to flip these thoughts to work FOR you instead of AGAINST you A simple technique to become the "scientist" of your own life There's likely a thought somewhere in your mind that's stopping you from getting what you want in life. This episode will help you identify it, challenge it, and replace it with something empowering. Tune in now For support making your pivot visit: https://www.lifechangingmanifestations.com

    18 min
  8. Break Free from Negative Thought Cycles

    02/28/2025

    Break Free from Negative Thought Cycles

    Break Free from Negative Thought Cycles Three Steps to Move Past Your Limiting Thoughts Today -------------------------- Ever find yourself caught in a cycle of self-doubt, wondering "What if I'm not good enough?" or "What will others think?"  These negative thought loops are likely holding you back from making that pivot God is nudging you toward.  In today’s episode I’m sharing some personal experiences with negative thinking patterns to provide a practical three-step framework for taking your thoughts captive, as inspired by 2 Corinthians 10:5. Learn how to identify which thoughts serve your purpose, challenge beliefs that were programmed by others, and swap limiting perspectives for empowering ones. This episode is perfect for women ready to break free from "all-or-nothing" thinking and redirect their mental patterns to align with God's purpose for their lives.   ====================== Episode Highlights: The Negative Loop Cycle: Discover how interconnected negative thoughts prevent action toward your goals "You Are Not Your Thoughts": Learn to separate yourself from unhelpful thinking patterns Three-Step Framework: Practical steps to identify, challenge, and replace negative thoughts with ones aligned to your purpose Thought-Swapping Technique: Transform "I am not good enough" into "God has already equipped me" using scripture as your foundation ======================   Don't miss the other episodes in this transformative mini-series, "Your Thoughts Are Keeping You Stuck”, where Stefanie continues to unpack the thought patterns keeping you from living out your best life.  Part 0: https://youtu.be/IF7NMU6G67Q Part 1: https://youtu.be/WEidvjd-Ly0 This is part 2. But watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rZoSoNxr2ic Part 3: https://youtu.be/IWivEZ2ZvzI  ======================== Resources for deeper application: https://stan.store/lifechangingmanifestations

    24 min
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Experience a life you love with results that glorify GOD

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  • Creator
    Stefanie Edwards
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    106
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 2025 Stefanie Edwards
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    Alive and Abundant Podcast