Our Time to Rise

Krista Gilbert & Alexandra Kuykendall
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Our Time to Rise

Together we are rising to meet life's challenges, seasons, opportunities, and changes with strength, courage, optimism, and faith. From the heavy and hard to the light-hearted and fun, authors and leadership mentors Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall bring you honest and hopeful conversations for this moment in your life. We are intentional here. We are hopeful. We are encouraging each other. We are honest. We are realistic. We are for each other. We are God fearing and Holy Spirit welcoming. We are joyful. We are generous. We are capable. We are rising together. It is our time to meet the moment. It is our time to rise.

  1. 17 HR. AGO

    Ep.478: Marriage in Midlife with Dave and Ann Wilson

    Marriage in midlife is no joke! We have often spent exhausting years caring for kids and have given each other the left over time and attention. We also are being introduced to new stressors and need to figure out how to navigate this together. It's hard. It's also worth the work. We invited Dave and Ann Wilson back to the podcast to talk specifically about cultivating love during this changing and often challenging time. Thank goodness we aren't alone in this journey. Dave and Ann are honest about their challenges, about the changes happening now and offer hope that midlife can be a time of deep love and connection for couples. A refreshing take for those of us that need hope or healing in our marriage. FIND MORE ABOUT DAVE AND ANN WILSON Dave & Ann's– Website and Instagram A FEW THINGS MENTIONED Romans 15:5-6 Episode 180 with Dave and Ann Wilson James Davis Book-Doing Life with Your Adult Children QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE How has marriage in midlife been for you, how are you and your spouse connecting? What topics are difficult for you to navigate? How has parenting adult children surprised you, and how has this phase of parenting impacted your marriage? How can you get to a level five deeper conversation with your spouse? What are a few questions that you can ask? Where would you like to be running hard together, what steps do you need to take? LET’S CONNECT! Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend. Or message us on Instagram – we’d love to hear from you! Get the Daily Dozen Checklist -12 habits that will immediately make you happier and health

    43 min

  2. NOV 12

    Ep.477: Cozy Season Soup, Meal Planning, + Sabbath with Kathi Lipp

    We're headed into the cozy season of the year and there is nothing better than soup on the stove when the weather turns chilly. It's also a time when we get out the soft blankets and curl up on the sofa to take a breath, read a book, or sit by the fire. In today's episode we are talking all about SOUP and SABBATH - nourishing our bodies and our souls with author and speaker Kathi Lipp. We talk about the importance of meal planning (and the best free meal planning tool there is), the significance of the table, Kathi's favorite soup recipes, involving family in the preparation of a meal, and the value of making meals ahead of time so we can rest. Kathi helps us grow in our understanding of sabbath, and the need for self care. You are going to love this well-timed episode! FIND MORE ABOUT KATHI LIPP Kathi Lipp's – Website and Instagram Kathi Lipp's Book- Sabbath Soup A FEW THINGS MENTIONED Gin -Tomato Soup From Overwhelmed to Organized: A Step-by-Step Guide to Clutter-Free Meal Planning Motion App- To stay organized Chatgpt- Meal plan Sam's Club- Order App The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry Accidental Homesteader QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE In what ways can you set yourself up for success in this season? What do you need to launch, leverage and let go off to have that success What can you do to meal plan more efficiently to save some stress in your life? How can you be looking ahead to the holiday season and prepare so that you can rest and enjoy when you are with your people? In what ways do you need to pay attention to your balance of peace and joy? LET’S CONNECT! Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend. Or message us on Instagram – we’d love to hear from you! Get the Daily Dozen Checklist -12 habits that will immediately make you happi

    44 min

  3. NOV 5

    Ep.476: Living with Grief with Mattie Jackson

    Grief is something we don't choose. It arrives and we have to decide how we are going to deal with it. In midlife we can be faced with new types of grief. We want to live with it and move through it with health. The question is how? Our guest, Mattie Jackson understands deep grief. The loss of her husband in an accident less than one year after they were married took her to her deepest pain. She talks us through her own healing and how her friends supported her. The wisdom she shares is valuable for anyone who wants to stand with those they love. If you are experiencing grief, know someone who is, or want to be prepared when the unexpected happens, this conversation is for you. Truly, you don't want to miss Mattie's insights. You will be better for it. FIND MORE ABOUT MATTIE JACKSON Mattie Jackson - Website and Instagram Mattie Jackson's Book- Through the Valley of Grief A FEW THINGS MENTIONED "When grief opens a door it yells out to all the past griefs to come and get through that door with it" Dr Curt Thompson Happiness co-exists with unhappiness. QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE How can you lean into God with your grief, rather than avoiding it? When have you felt grief's door open and all of the past griefs come running? When have you been given an identity that fear said would define you the rest of your life? What is the one most important takeaway for you in the interview today? LET’S CONNECT! Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend. Or message us on Instagram – we’d love to hear from you! Get the Daily Dozen Checklist -12 habits that will immediately make you happier and healthier

    42 min

  4. OCT 29

    Ep.475: Strengthening Your Mother-Daughter Relationship with Sandra Stanley and Allie Stanley Cooney

    The mother-daughter relationship can be one of the richest and most rewarding bonds we get to experience here on earth. It can also be one of the most complicated, especially in the teen and young adult years. Today we are thrilled to have Sandra Stanley and Allie Stanley Cooney, authors of Meet Me in the Middle, discussing the importance of foundations in the mother-daughter relationship. They emphasize the need to root our identity in faith and how it affects every aspect of life. We also discuss the significance of pursuing and valuing the relationship a mother has with her daughter, even during times of tension and conflict, and what it looks like to become students of our daughters. We also cover forgiveness, and the importance of allowing time for healing, not dictating when forgiveness should occur. This episode is unique because we get to hear from a mother's AND a daughter's perspective. If you are looking to improve your relationship with your daughter, this episode is for you! FIND MORE ABOUT SANDRA STANLEY & ALLIE STANLEY Sandra Stanley's- Website and Instagram Allie Stanley's -  Instagram Sandra & Allie's book- Meet Me in the Middle A FEW THINGS MENTIONED Galatians 6:7-9 3 Superpowers -Forgiveness -Gentleness -Appreciation QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE Was there anything from the interview you really want to adopt or take with you, maybe it was a phrase, a prayer, or a concept? What is one way you can get healthier as a mom? In the interview Sandra & Allie talked about appreciation, forgiveness and gentleness as a superpower, which one do you most need in your relationship with your daughter right now? How can you continue to pursue your daughter in this stage of your relationship? How could you incorporate more fun into your time with your daughter? LET’S CONNECT! Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend. Or message us on Instagram – we’d love to hear from you! Get the Daily Dozen Checklist -12 habits that will immediately make you happier and healthier

    45 min

  5. OCT 22

    Ep.474: The Power of Loving Our Neighbors in Election Season with Alexandra Kuykendall

    The final episode in our ELECTION READY series, today Krista Gilbert is interviewing Alexandra Kuykendall about how we love our neighbor in the midst of an election season. Seeking out goodness when life is great is easy, but when we have political disagreements or challenges that come our way, this is when it becomes really hard. In today's episode, Alex explores how to maintain a positive outlook, the role of prayer, and the significance of self-awareness and emotional regulation. She also emphasizes the need for intentionality in finding goodness in others and the importance of loving neighbors, regardless of political differences. We can feel so helpless when it comes to election season. This is one thing we can control: focusing on God's goodness and drawing close to others as a result. Listen in and be encouraged! QUESTION TO HELP YOU RISE Who has seen the best in you and made you feel loved, and what did they do to make you feel that way, and how can you mirror those behaviors? What is one thing you can pre-decide about how you want to have election related conversations or just political conversation? How can you pray for the presidential candidates that we have this year and local leaders? Who is one neighbor you can care for this month? In what area do you mostly need a reframe to seek out goodness? A FEW THINGS MENTIONED Episode 299 Original Episode on Seeking Out Goodness Philippians 4:8 James 1:27 Colossians 1:16-17 Fruits of the spirit Love joy peace Patience kindness Goodness Faithfulness Gentleness Self-control LET’S CONNECT! Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend. Or message us on Instagram – we’d love to hear from you! Get the Daily Dozen Checklist -12 habits that will immediately make you happier and healthier

    39 min

  6. OCT 15

    Ep.473: Bridge Building: Getting Along Even When We Disagree with Lindsey Medenwaldt

    Continuing our “Election Ready” series, we are talking today about the importance of bridge building and having conversations around faith and politics - especially during an election year. If this idea seems impossible to you, it’s even more important to listen in on our discussion. Joining us is Lindsey Medenwaldt. Lindsey is the Director of Operations at Mama Bear Apologetics, holds a masters in apologetics from Denver Seminary, a JD from St. Mary’s School of Law, and another master’s degree in public administration. Her varied background gives her a unique lens for political conversations. In this episode we talk about why it’s important for Christians to articulate their beliefs and engage in conversations with gentleness and respect. We also highlight the importance of keeping the gospel as the anchor, and focusing on Christ amidst political disagreements. Lindsey shares insights on bridge building, including the importance of truth and genuine friendship. But we don’t just talk about these ideas, we also offer practical tips for navigating challenging political conversations. In the heat of this election season, you’ll be so glad you turned in! FIND MORE ABOUT LINDSEY MEDENWALDT Lindsey Medenwaldt- Website and Instagram Lindsey Medenwaldt- Bridge-Building Apologetics: How to Get Along Even When We Disagree A FEW THINGS MENTIONED -1 Peter 3:15 QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE Is there an area of my life where I want people to think like me, if so why is this so important to me? What is God prompting me to let go? In what relationship can I work on listening for understanding? LET’S CONNECT! Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend. Or message us on Instagram – we’d love to hear from you! Get the Daily Dozen Checklist -12 habits that will immediately make you happier and healthier

    39 min

  7. OCT 8

    Ep.472: Faith-Driven Voters: Questions We Ask as We Cast Our Ballots with Kaitlyn Scheiss

    Have you noticed? There is an election coming up. For this reason we are going to be talking about how to get through the election season with intention and grace the next few weeks. We are kicking off this little mini series with the best of the best: Kaitlyn Scheiss. She has her MDiv from Dallas Theological Seminary, is now getting her doctorate from Duke Divinity School and has written two books on how to engage with political life as a Christian. This is not a conversation about who to vote for. This is a conversation about how to approach the election: the questions we can ask to be informed, the questions we can ask that shape the posture of our hearts, and the questions we can ask of each other to learn from one another. Likely you are ready for this election season to be over. Here is a little motivation to stay in the conversations (especially the local ones!) and consider how to love your neighbors and honor God with your vote. FIND MORE ABOUT KAITLYN SCHEISS Kaitlyn Scheiss- Website and Instagram Kaitlyn Books- The Ballot and the Bible & The Liturgy of Politics A FEW THINGS MENTIONED Vote411 League of Women Voters QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE What issues are you caring the most about this election, how can you inform yourself about these issues from multiple sources? How can you look to the expertise of others on issues you don't know much about? How can you be a good winner this election? How about a good loser? What work can you do locally that will contribute to the flourishing of your community? LET’S CONNECT! Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend. Or message us on Instagram – we’d love to hear from you! Get the Daily Dozen Checklist -12 habits that will immediately make you happier and hea

    46 min

  8. OCT 1

    Ep.471: Navigating the Lifequake of Divorce with Tracie Miles

    If you’ve ever been on the other side of divorce, or if someone close to you is navigating divorce, you know the ‘life quake’ that follows. In today’s episode, we are diving into enabling behaviors, financial fears, loneliness, and the ripple effect divorce has on relationships. Joining us for this conversation is writer and speaker, Tracie Miles, who founded the Living Unbroken Divorce Recovery Program. Tracie shares her personal journey through divorce and how she overcame shame, shifted her mindset, and embraced support from family and friends. If divorce has become a part of your story, this episode is for you. FIND MORE ABOUT TRACIE MILES Tracie's- Website and Instagram Tracie's Book- God’s Got You A FEW THINGS MENTIONED Living Unbroken– Tracie’s other book Tracie's Mantras that helped her navigate her situation -You've got this. -The end of your marriage is not the end of you. QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE How has divorce intersected with your life? If you've been through a divorce are there thoughts that are not serving you? How can you reframe those thoughts? If you are walking alongside someone who is experiencing divorce, how can you intentionally reach out to them this week? Is there a mantra you can adopt that would help navigate this situation? LET’S CONNECT! Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend. Or message us on Instagram – we’d love to hear from you! Get the Daily Dozen Checklist -12 habits that will immediately make you happier and healthier

    39 min
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Together we are rising to meet life's challenges, seasons, opportunities, and changes with strength, courage, optimism, and faith. From the heavy and hard to the light-hearted and fun, authors and leadership mentors Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall bring you honest and hopeful conversations for this moment in your life. We are intentional here. We are hopeful. We are encouraging each other. We are honest. We are realistic. We are for each other. We are God fearing and Holy Spirit welcoming. We are joyful. We are generous. We are capable. We are rising together. It is our time to meet the moment. It is our time to rise.

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  • Creator
    Krista Gilbert & Alexandra Kuykendall
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    449
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