Praise Through It Elisa Preston
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PRAISE THROUGH IT, a podcast where we're going to practice seeing the good through the bad, the beauty through the mess, the order through the chaos. Based on Phil. 4:8, this is a space to help you learn how to keep the true and good things in mind, a space to be reminded of the noble and the commendable and the praiseworthy, even among the chaos. A space to take a deep breath.
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Darci J. Steiner + Joy in Suffering
Joy in suffering.
God's presence in the darkness.
That's what Darci is here to teach us.
I had such a hard time choosing just two quotes for this week’s Praise Through It, so I’m going to include some of her other gems right here, instead of my own words like I usually do.
If you are in a dark place of suffering, or have been before, or want to arm up for battle in the future, this episode is for you.
Read below for some snippets, and then spend 30 minutes here, listening.
I was like, ‘Really, a second time? What didn’t I learn the first time, God?’
I stopped praying for awhile. I learned how much of my prayers were genie prayers. … asking God for this, and asking God for that. And ‘can you do this?’ and ‘can you do that?’
I developed this friendship with God in this really deep, dark place.
There’s an understanding in suffering that can only come from God.
We meet in a dark place, but it’s a beautiful place, too. Because God inhabits this dark place. It’s not the same darkness Satan inhabits.
Yes, I have received a lot of joy in suffering.
The beauty beyond the thorns is Jesus.
I can sit in fear and not be afraid because I know He’s working good in suffering.
I don’t know the why. But I trust. I know that He is good. And He is God, and He knows what He’s doing. So I’m just facing Him, and letting Him direct.
If anyone feels like they’re on a bumpy road, like washboard bumpy, instead of on a smooth road, that doesn’t mean your purpose is thwarted. Look at what God is trying to show you because it might be better than what you had planned. -
Paul Henderson: Finding Freedom
“The reality is: you are free.”
Paul Henderson said that during our podcast conversation when we recorded about two months ago, and I still have those words rolling around in my head.
More than the line of a worship song. More than a line in a podcast. More than a (good, true) soundbite. It is REALITY. I am free. You are free.
In this conversation, Paul Henderson—author and Dean of Students for an elementary & middle school—talks to us about living in that reality for ourselves and for the people around us. With constant encouragement and a raw faith that shows itself over and over, Paul talks about his decision to have a relationship with God, his work with his students, marriage, parenting, and more.
Listen in for 25 minutes of how to find freedom & then stay right in it, every single day.
Show notes
Slave No More: Conquering the Master Within
Paul Henderson online
Paul Henderson on Instagram (Fatherhood On the Fly)
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Virginia Commonwealth University
Farmville, Virginia school system 1957-1964
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Heather Eberhart + Trusting God in the Changes
“Oh you’re used to that right? You guys move all the time.”
I’ve heard that sentence a few times because of the … 14? … collective residences we’ve had in the 16 years we’ve been married. The truth is, though, that it actually isn’t that easy based on the number of times you’ve done it in the past. Our last move was actually the most difficult, and our third was the easiest.
Heather Eberhart is a military wife—and the only repeat guest on Praise Through It (Together) this summer!—and she talks with such honesty and grace and knowledge about what it’s like having your military family uprooted … again. How do we parent through those huge transitions? How do we hold onto our faith and rest on God’s absolute promises when everything swirling around us feels the opposite of sure and absolute?
Listen in to find out how.
Show notes
Connect with Heather online
Sign up for Heather’s newsletter
Resources for the military family
Heather on Instagram
Kristen Strong
When Change Finds You
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Dorina Gilmore: Being a Glory Chaser
Do you know someone in your life whose superpower is JOY?
If not, meet Dorina Gilmore. She is an author, speaker, and self-titled Glory Chaser. She teaches us how to chase God’s glory—look for his goodness & his glory—in every aspect of our lives. And this passion of her heart comes from a deeply sincere place, since the plan she had for her life has been thrown off course more than once.
Listen in for encouragement on how to see God’s glory in your big and small moments.
Show notes
Dorina online
Dorina on Instagram
Fort Bragg 10-miler
Army 10-miler
HaitiGO
Walk Run Soar
A Trip to the Garbage Dump: When God Enlarged My Heart for Mercy
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Megan Ericson + the Good Side of Socials
I’m not known for my love of social media, but Megan Ericson is. She is quite literally the one voice I listen to when I need or want to learn something about social media. She keeps it simple, easy, and judgment-free. And she is a JOY to talk to!
Megan walked me through the Instagram world in 2021 when I was part of her Instagram challenge. In this conversation, she walks us through the good side of social media, how to be a light in a world of trolls, and how to work your kids through the online space.
Social media is not going away, that is for sure. In its evolution over the last 20 years, we’ve heard everything from social media saves lives to social media has ruined the world.
Maybe there’s an in-between, and Megan can for sure teach us how to show up and be a positive light in the online space.
Show notes
MeganEricson.com
Megan Ericson on Instagram
Megan on Twitter
Megan on Facebook
Megan on LinkedIn
Kellerman’s Mountain House (Dirty Dancing Experience)
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Julie Oyer: When God Pivots Your Life
Show notes
Drumline / Drum core
Hope Church
Eastman Kodak
Delco
Xerox
Zoom
Eastman School of Music
Praise Through It: Change
Psalm 46
Purpose Driven Life
Psalm 63
Sheltering Mercy
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Customer Reviews
Encouraging
I enjoy listening to Elisa present biblical topics while walking us through how they matter in today’s terms. I’ve found myself needing these reminders often. It’s been a grounding experience to hear God’s word presented with such love and compassion. Makes one feel like she is getting solid advice and encouragement from a friend. As I spend most of my days mothering in isolation states away from my family and friends, I find this podcast super comforting! I absolutely recommend. Well done and thank you!
Holding space for both weary & praise in the struggles
Elisa Preston is a gentle host and guide, ushering us into the praise-worthy side of our daily struggles. My favorite episode was The Daily Struggle of Tired Faith. I also like Elisa’s new offering on Mondays, the Monday Blessing.
Tune in to be encouraged!
Encouragement for your heart.
Elisa does a fantastic job reminding us of God’s promises. Her voice is peace in the midst of any personal storm you may be facing. I could sense God’s spirit speaking right through her. So encouraging and just what you need to keep moving forward.