Mandate to Multiply

Melissa and Jonathan Edmiston
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You were created to multiply, but when life feels hard or uncertain, it's easy to shrink back. On Mandate to Multiply, we share real stories of faith, family, finances, and other topics to help you rise, rebuild, and steward what's in your hand. This is for believers who want more of Jesus and to multiply what matters. Connect With Us: Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity

  1. 4d ago

    Investing Without Fear: How We Make Decisions When the Market Gets Shaky

    The loudest voices during uncertain times are often the ones creating the most fear. While many investors react to headlines, market swings, and speculation, the people who build lasting wealth tend to think differently. Today, we're sharing one of our monthly investor calls because we wanted more people to have access to these conversations around investing, economics, and stewardship from a Kingdom perspective. We talk about what's happening in the crypto market, why volatility doesn't automatically mean something is broken, and how we evaluate opportunities when others are rushing for the exit. You'll hear our thoughts on Bitcoin, market cycles, emotional investing, and why conviction matters when you're building for the long term. We also share updates on the fund and discuss some of the economic and political factors we're watching closely right now. If you've ever found yourself asking, "What's my account doing?" or wondering how to navigate uncertain markets with wisdom and confidence, this conversation is for you. Our goal isn't just to talk about investing, but to help you develop a longer-term mindset that can impact every area of life. Because multiplication often happens when we're willing to stay focused on the bigger picture instead of reacting to the moment. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:04:03] Avoid Rumors and Fear [00:06:12] Weekly Updates Coming [00:07:04] K-1 Timeline Update [00:09:42] Distributions and Trading Moves [00:10:42] Options Strategy and Risk Hedges [00:13:00] Crypto Selloff and Conviction [00:14:02] Crypto Clarity Act Catalyst [00:15:20] Staying Patient in Drawdowns [00:16:39] Saylor Lesson on Conviction [00:19:41] Long Game Mindset Shift [00:20:45] Macro Rates and Iran Watch [00:22:31] Fed Changes and Rate Cuts [00:24:49] SpaceX IPO Market Impact Memorable Quotes: "That is not how multiplication happens. The people that make millions and even billions of dollars are not listening to the same thing most people are listening to" [00:16:14] – Melissa Edmiston "If I had to start all over and had to pick a place to put money, it would still be in crypto and in Bitcoin and some of these big cap coins." [00:19:41] – Jonathan Edmiston   Connect With Us: Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity

    27 min

  2. Jun 18

    Healing Your Hormones God's Way: What Every Woman in Perimenopause Needs to Hear

    I turned 40 and genuinely did not recognize the woman staring back at me in the mirror. I knew something was wrong, but I had no idea what it was. I was on a mission to get to the root cause of my symptoms. So, when I finally got to sit down with Dr. Tabatha Barber, a triple board-certified physician in OB/GYN, menopause, and functional medicine, and founder of Fast to Faith®, I had a lot of questions, and she had answers that I believe every woman needs to hear. The kind that makes you realize how much the conventional medical system has been leaving women completely in the dark. Dr. Tabatha's own story is one of those that honestly stops you in your tracks. She was an OB/GYN prescribing the same Band-Aid solutions she was trained to give, all while her own body was quietly falling apart until a failed back surgery put her flat on her back for seven days, and God used that moment to change everything. We get into the gut-hormone connection, why women are hitting perimenopause a full decade earlier than our mothers did, what functional medicine testing actually looks like versus what your regular doctor runs, and why fasting works differently once your hormones start to shift. But one of my favorite parts of this conversation was when we went deeper than just the physical stuff and into the beliefs we picked up before age seven that are still quietly running our stress levels, our health decisions, and our sense of worth today. If you've ever found yourself asking God, "Why is this happening to me?" while also pushing through exhaustion on fumes, this episode is going to hit close to home. We're also teasing Part 2 on neuroscience and faith, and trust me, you don't want to miss it.   Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:02:17] Why Root Cause Medicine Matters [00:04:36] Inviting Jesus Into Your Health [00:06:29] The Beliefs Formed Before Age 7 [00:09:56] What Your Body Is Really Saying [00:10:51] The Surgery That Changed Everything [00:12:16] The Day I Didn't Recognize My Body [00:17:39] Why Perimenopause Is Hitting Earlier [00:21:55] How Perimenopause Almost Broke My Marriage [00:24:48] What OB/GYNs Are Never Taught [00:29:02] How to Find Someone Who Can Actually Help [00:30:39] When Your Doctor Says Nothing Is Wrong [00:31:45] Where to Start When You're Ready [00:32:58] Why Doctors Prescribe Antidepressants First [00:35:30] The Labs Your Doctor Isn't Running [00:37:21] Fighting for Peace When Your Mind Is Chaos [00:39:10] Is Feeling Like Yourself Again Possible? [00:41:06] Jesus, Neuroscience, and Your Mind [00:46:10] Does Fasting Still Work in Perimenopause? [00:55:00] The Hard Truth About Christianity   Memorable Quotes: "The truth is, hormones make you who you are. They give you your personality. And when they go away, you don't feel like yourself. You feel like an empty shell. Who am I? Whose body is this?" [00:16:32] – Dr. Tabatha Barber "Let's figure out the principles that God set up and how to use them for the kingdom. How to get closer to Him. How to do His work because He has given us power and authority in this life." [00:43:07] – Dr. Tabatha Barber   Links Mentioned In This Episode: FREE Guide to Intermittent Fasting the Faithful Way: https://fasttofaith.com/intermittent-fasting-guide/ Balancing Your Hormones Naturally, FREE Guide: https://drtabatha.com/free-hormone-guide/ Join Gather — a monthly virtual prayer and Bible gathering: https://mandatetomultiply.com/gather   Connect With Dr. Tabatha Barber: Website: https://drtabatha.com/ & https://fasttofaith.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gutsydrtabatha Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrTabatha YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGutsyGynecologist Podcast: https://fasttofaith.com/podcast/   Connect With Us: Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity

    1h 1m

  3. May 4

    From Driving Off a Cliff to Living Her God-Given Vision: A True Story of Surrender & Transformation

    A touring musician playing 20+ shows a month, drove her car off a cliff, done with life, until God met her there with a vision that changed everything. In this conversation with Rae Taggett, transformational business strategist and co-founder of Evolved Podcasting, we follow her journey from that near-death moment to living out what God showed her: marriage, family, thriving businesses, and Kingdom impact. You'll hear the truth about real transformation: the shedding of old beliefs, the isolation of change, and why dying to self is necessary in following Jesus. Rae shares her shift from plant medicine in Peru to finding safety in Christ, and how God revealed what no one else could see. We also talk about creating intentional space with God, speaking to Him as a Father, and what to do when you don't feel Him despite doing everything "right." This isn't a polished testimony, but the process between promise and fulfillment, and why community and environment matter more than you think. She also shares how a broken leg, eviction, and touring with a toddler led to building an AI business now giving entrepreneurs 30–40 hours back each month. If you feel the gap between external success and internal emptiness, or you're in a season of stripping and refinement, this episode will remind you: you're not failing… you're being refined. It's hard, but it's worth it. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:02:16] Meet Rae Taggett [00:06:51] The Near-Death Testimony  [00:08:45] Miracle and New Vision from God [00:09:56] Searching for Truth and Finding Jesus [00:14:30] The Hard Reality of Following God [00:17:54] From Plant Medicine to Safety in Christ [00:21:11] Isolation and Finding True Community [00:23:16] Seeking God Wholeheartedly [00:28:03] Prayer as Relationship, Not Religion [00:29:18] Learning to Create Moments With God [00:33:58] When God Feels Silent [00:42:19] Timing, Gifts, and Purpose [00:46:33] From Crisis to AI Breakthrough [00:54:59] Community, Growth, and Kingdom Impact Memorable Quotes: "There's an isolation process that has to happen so you can really remove all the ego and those stories that you've told yourself and what culture has told you." [00:22:31] – Rae Taggett "I think that's one of the biggest things we can chase is just creating space with Him." [00:32:12] – Rae Taggett Connect With Rae Taggett: Website: https://evolvedpodcasting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raetaggett/   Connect With Us: Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast   Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity

    58 min

  4. Apr 20

    Breaking the Spirit of Mammon: A Biblical Blueprint for Stewarding Money Wisely

    A lot of people think multiplication starts when more money shows up, but Danielle McAllister's story shows it actually begins in the small, everyday decisions we make with what we already have. I sat down with her to talk about stewardship, money, and what it really looks like to build wealth without losing alignment. We also get practical: budgeting, avoiding lifestyle creep, and learning to manage money in a way that brings peace instead of pressure. Danielle shares what it looked like in the early years of marriage when there wasn't much margin, but there was still a commitment to be faithful. From consistent giving to learning how to steward money well and stay out of debt, those simple habits became the foundation for everything that followed, including managing their family office and investing in real estate. What really stands out is how giving shaped their entire journey. Even before there was "enough," they chose to give first, and that decision changed their relationship with money completely. Today, that same posture has grown into a family foundation focused on providing housing and support for moms in need. If you're trying to figure out how to steward what you have right now, this conversation will give you a clearer, more grounded perspective. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:52] Meet Danielle McAllister [00:03:53] From Designer to Investor [00:06:04] The Vision for a Family Foundation Begins [00:08:15] Stewardship After a Financial Exit [00:10:38] Faithfulness in the Small Things [00:15:28] Seeking First the Kingdom in Finances [00:19:41] Real Estate, Discipline, & Avoiding Lifestyle Creep [00:26:07] Motherhood, Identity, & Legacy [00:31:22] The Heart Behind a Legacy of Giving [00:32:19] Stewardship & True Multiplication [00:37:39] Giving in Secret: A Life of Open Hands [00:49:59] Budgeting, Goals, & Practical Wisdom [00:53:41] No Debt, Unity, & Financial Alignment Memorable Quotes: " You become a slave to the money. Well, God tells us to give, and that's because actually when we hand it over to Him, we're saying, this doesn't have a hold on us." [00:13:43] – Danielle McAllister "That is a great season of time if you want to start learning a skill, or start planting those seeds, or putting in some small reps towards something that is to come." [00:19:29] – Danielle McAllister Connect With Danielle McAllister: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.a.mcallister/   Connect With Us: Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast   Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity

    58 min

  5. Apr 13

    When Following God Gets Costly: Surrendering, Pruning Seasons, & Healing from Cancer

    She finally surrendered everything to God on a hilltop, and two weeks later, she was facing a cancer diagnosis with a peace that didn't make sense. I sat down with Dayna Brooks to talk about what really changes when you move from knowing about God to actually surrendering to Him. We get into how that shift shows up in your health, identity, relationships, and leadership. If you've ever felt like something is missing in your faith, this conversation will hit close to home. Dayna is the founder of Selah Grace and Selah Strength, boutique fitness and wellness studios built to support women in strength, restoration, and overall well-being. She shares how years as a stay-at-home mom left her feeling lost, and how fitness became the starting point for rebuilding her confidence and purpose. That personal journey turned into creating faith-led spaces where women can grow physically, mentally, and spiritually. Her leadership is grounded in intention, excellence, and staying aligned with God. We also talk about what obedience can actually cost, including losing a large part of her business after bringing Jesus back to the center of it. Dayna opens up about walking through pruning seasons, trusting God when things don't make sense, and staying faithful in the middle of it. You'll hear how surrender prepared her for both the storm and the healing that followed. It's an honest, grounded conversation that will challenge the way you think about trust, faith, and letting go. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:36] Meet Dayna Brooks and her mission [00:05:24] From mom life to reclaiming identity [00:10:06] Overcoming mom guilt [00:15:02] Hilltop surrender moment [00:17:42] Saved vs surrendered faith [00:22:13] Holy Spirit as the missing link [00:30:54] Business pruning after breakthrough [00:32:29] Declaring healing through prayer [00:34:45] Miraculous healing confirmed [00:35:35] Secret place and discernment [00:40:10] Trusting God through leases and provision [00:42:41] Pruning through business loss [00:47:15] Leading with an "audience of one" mindset Memorable Quotes: "And because of that obedience, because I believed and I declared life over myself, He healed me." [00:17:17] – Dayna Brooks  "When you surrender, you feel the forgiveness. You feel the love, you feel His peace. You feel His comfort. You become restored." [00:23:03] – Dayna Brooks  Connect With Dayna Brooks: Website: https://selahgracestudio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/selahgracestudio You can join her email list to stay informed and receive upcoming event details here: https://selahgracestudio.myflodesk.com/lymq1dzx24   Connect With Us: Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast   Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity

    1h 4m

  6. Apr 6

    One Obedient Yes: Adoption, Redemption, & Multiplying What's in Your Hand

    Life with six kids is full of surprises, and sometimes it feels like you're just figuring it out one day at a time. I sat down with Lynsey Cantlon, a wife, mom, and real estate advisor who has adopted five kids and built a thriving business, to hear how she navigates the chaos with faith and grit. We talk about what it really looks like to say yes to the hard things - adoption, foster care, divorce, and major life transitions - while still showing up for your family and your work. You'll get honest, practical insights on leaning on faith, community, and God's guidance when life feels overwhelming. Lynsey shares how her journey started with one unexpected adoption and grew into a household full of love, laughter, and big personalities. We chat about the real challenges, from paperwork and logistics to raising kids with trauma, and how she balances it all with a real estate career on the Washington-Idaho border. This isn't a perfect story, but a real-life faith, obedience, and learning to trust the process. If you're juggling big life decisions or looking for encouragement in parenting, family, or work, her story will hit home. From finding the right home for her family to meeting her husband in the middle of rebuilding her life, Lynsey's story shows how faith and courage make space for God's plans. You'll hear about the everyday wins and struggles, and why saying yes, even when it's scary, can multiply your impact in ways you never expected. By the end, you'll feel inspired, a little more courageous, and reminded that sometimes the best stories happen when we just take the next step. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:40] Mom, Adoptive Parent, Entrepreneur [00:03:10] Why Adoption Became Her Calling [00:06:26] Following God Into the Unknown [00:08:13] When God Moves Faster Than Expected [00:11:15] Staying Strong in Hard Seasons [00:14:15] Growing a Business While Raising a Big Family [00:16:41] Divorce and a Fresh Start [00:18:20] Your Lifeline in Life's Seasons [00:19:54] The Courage to Say Yes Before You're Ready [00:23:39] Love After Loss [00:28:28] Crushing Seasons That Deepen Faith [00:31:59] Multiplication Mindset in Business Memorable Quotes: " It's amazing what we can do when we are obedient and when we say yes to something that we didn't think we could do." [00:20:08] – Lynsey Cantlon "He has just been so good to show Himself to me time and time again. It was such a hard season, but how do we get oil on our lives? It's by being crushed." [00:28:50] – Lynsey Cantlon Connect With Lynsey Cantlon: Website: https://lynseycantlon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynseycantlon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynsey.cantlon/   Connect With Us: Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity

    39 min

  7. Mar 30

    How to Grieve Friendship Loss, Have Hard Conversations, & Stop Parenting from Fear

    You lost a friend, not to a fight, not to a falling out, but to silence, and nobody prepared you for how disorienting that would feel. In this conversation with Joanne Johnson, speaker, coach, and founder of Give4, we get into the real and often unspoken terrain of adult friendships: the seasons that shift, the relationships that fade without closure, and what it actually looks like to navigate all of it with honesty, prayer, and grace. Joanne brings over 25 years of wisdom in ministry and relationships and does not hold back, from how to identify who truly belongs in your inner circle, to why avoidance quietly destroys even the closest friendships, to what it means to release someone and trust that God is making room for something new. We also get into parenting from fear versus faith and why humility might be the most underrated tool you have as a parent. If you have been in a season of losing friends, feeling isolated, or quietly carrying fears about your family that you haven't said out loud, this episode will meet you right where you are. Joanne's upcoming book Resilient Friendships, and devotional The World Needs Your YES are both releasing in 2026, and after this conversation, you will want both. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:03:08] Joanne's Life Lessons on Relationships [00:05:15] Building Community on Purpose [00:07:52] Why Making Friends Gets Harder With Age [00:11:00] The 3 Layers of Friendship [00:15:03] The Cost of Avoiding Hard Talks [00:17:48] Seasons Shift: Not Everyone Comes With You [00:21:55] How to Release Friendships Without Blame [00:23:35] Past Wounds That Sabotage Current Bonds [00:26:40] Confront Without Destroying the Relationship [00:28:51] Why Triggers Still Linger [00:29:35] Praying for the Right Friendships [00:32:28] Friendship Is About Capacity, Not Just Love [00:33:24] When God Brings "Fast Friends" [00:34:44] Raising Kids in Unity [00:37:15] Parenting Adult Children With Faith [00:39:24] Investing Time in Family Matters [00:42:13] Navigating Work vs Home Seasons [00:45:03] What Healthy Balance Really Looks Like [00:47:37] From Faith-Based to Fear-Based Parenting [00:50:12] Humility Repairs What Control Breaks Memorable Quotes: "There's certain ones that God removes so that he can add unto lives." [00:19:45] – Joanne Johnson "I welcome confrontation because confrontation for me isn't a fight, or you're right, I'm wrong. It's a, I wanna understand." [00:23:20] – Joanne Johnson Links Mentioned In This Episode: Around The Table podcast: https://aroundthetableinc.com/   Connect With Joanne Johnson: Website: http://www.joannecjohnson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joannecjohnson/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannecjohnson/   Connect With Us: Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast   Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity

    58 min

  8. Mar 23

    Raising Kids And Scaling A Business: Faith-Fueled Strategies To Build With The Right Heart Posture

    Martha Mazor didn't set out to build a childcare empire; she was just a mom trying to figure it out. But somewhere between raising three boys, flipping appliances out of a tiny apartment, and trusting God through some really hard seasons, something remarkable happened. In this episode, Martha pulls back the curtain on how she went from survival mode to scaling thriving childcare centers. We get into the real stuff: mindset shifts, faith-fueled decisions, the messy middle of marriage and motherhood, and how she built something that genuinely works for everyone inside it. We also talk about boundaries, delegation, and staying present with your kids while your business is growing. Martha doesn't make it sound easy; she makes it sound doable, which honestly feels more valuable. And if you've ever wondered whether your faith and your ambition can actually coexist? Martha has a lot to say about that, including how she's now helping other childcare leaders step into their own season of multiplication. Whether you're a mom, a leader, or just someone who needs proof that bold moves are still possible, this one's for you. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:56] From mom of 3 to thriving childcare business owner [00:06:44] Turning hustle into expansion [00:10:57] Growing business with purpose and faith [00:14:39] Raising boys & business: What really works [00:18:54] Protecting your presence and focus [00:21:47] Encouragement for moms: Overwhelm isn't the end [00:22:14] Rethinking balance: Focus on what truly matters [00:23:18] Being vs. doing [00:24:32] Freedom in imperfection [00:25:08] You can't do it all [00:29:32] Purpose-driven growth [00:34:09] Finding opportunity in challenge [00:40:54] Transformative experiences for moms [00:45:14] Mindset shifts to move forward Memorable Quotes: "What are the things that you absolutely have to do and what are the things that you will have to delegate and give up that perfectionism if you do wanna have it all?" [00:25:19] – Martha Mazor  "We are called. It doesn't matter how many zeros you have behind your name. We are called to multiply what we have been given." [00:32:21] – Martha Mazor  Links Mentioned In This Episode: Made For More Retreat: https://coaching.marthamazor.com/made-for-more-retreat Mentorship Programs: https://marthamazor.com/work-with-me/ Brooke Thomas (Live Out Loud): https://brookethomas.com/ Connect With Martha Mazor: Website: https://marthamazor.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.empire.builder Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/martha.picciao.1   Connect With Us: Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity

    46 min
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You were created to multiply, but when life feels hard or uncertain, it's easy to shrink back. On Mandate to Multiply, we share real stories of faith, family, finances, and other topics to help you rise, rebuild, and steward what's in your hand. This is for believers who want more of Jesus and to multiply what matters. Connect With Us: Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity

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  • Creator
    Melissa and Jonathan Edmiston
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Mandate to Multiply