The Good Gets Better

Amber Vreeland
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When you focus on the good (& God!) the good gets even better. Featuring conversations that dive beyond surface level. God works all things together for the good of those who love Him (Romans 8:28). This verse encompasses what the podcast is all about. Through testimonies of faith from well-known Christian artists, scriptural figures, and even Amber’s story, we can be encouraged and empowered that God does extraordinary things in ordinary days, through ordinary people.  Amber encourages you to look beyond the battles you're facing, and to remember that God is, will be, and has been faithful time and time again. The goal is for you to leave inspired, encouraged, and excited to grow closer to God and to spread the love of Jesus to those around you.New episodes drop every Monday!

  1. 3h ago

    Believe It's Yours Before You See It

    Amber explores what it truly means to have mountain-moving faith—the kind that believes you’ve already received God’s answer before you see it with your eyes. Through the lives of Noah, Joseph, Joshua and the Israelites at Jericho, and Abraham, Amber shows what it looks like to prepare, obey, and live like the answer is already yours. From Jesus thanking the Father for Lazarus before the miracle, you’ll see how God delights in rewarding confident faith that prepares and thanks Him in advance. If you’re waiting for a breakthrough and need practical hope for how to believe before you see it, this episode will encourage you to step into expectant faith despite your circumstances—trusting that your next obedient step may be the one that moves your mountain. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodGetsBetter Scripture referenced in order of appearance:  Hebrews 11:1; Mark 11:22-24; John 11:41-44; Genesis 7:1; Genesis 7:4-5; Hebrews 11:7; James 2:17; Joshua 6:1-5; Joshua 6:20; Genesis 39:21-22; Genesis 41:37-42; Genesis 15:5-6; Genesis 18:13-14; Hebrews 11:12; Romans 4:17-21; Hebrews 11:6 Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction  00:32 - Core Teaching 04:46 - Jesus at Lazarus’ Tomb 06:05 - Noah: 100 Years of Crazy Obedience 10:15 - Jericho: Marching Before the Walls Fall 13:46 - Joseph: Faithful in the Prison 20:15 - Abraham: Living Like the Promise Is Already True 25:25 - Practical Application & Challenge 29:17 - Prayer 31:04 - Outro

    32 min

  2. Jun 22

    Blessed But Not Blinded: How To Steward God's Gifts Well

    Have you ever received something you prayed for, only to become so focused on the gift that you forgot the Giver? In this episode, Amber explores the vital importance of maintaining the right heart posture through seasons of blessing by staying grateful and grounded. Drawing from the lives of Joseph, Daniel, Nebuchadnezzar, and Solomon, she shows how easily blessings can pull our focus away from God, and the real risk of losing them when we forget Who they come from. She shares practical truths to help us steward God’s gifts well and keep Jesus at the center. “He must become greater; I must become less” (John 3:30) is the posture that moves us from “blessed but blinded” to a life of awe, gratitude, and radical dependence on Him—not because we are less valued or less loved, but by becoming less self-focused and more in awe of the Giver. This episode will help you learn how to walk in blessing without drifting from the One who gives it. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodGetsBetter Scripture referenced in order of appearance: James 4:13-16; Proverbs 16:9; 1 Thessalonians 5:18; James 1:16-17; Matthew 22:36-37; Daniel 2:27-28; Deuteronomy 8:10:18; Proverbs 16:18; Daniel 4:29-34; Matthew 18:3-4; Mark 10:14-15; John 15:5; Ecclesiastes 7:14; Ecclesiastes 12:13; Revelation 3:17; Luke 12:21; John 3:27; John 3:30 Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Joseph: The Big Picture Example 03:21 - Remember Who Designed Your Story 09:47 - Remember Who Gives You Success 15:57 - You Were Designed To Be Dependent 19:53 - Everything Without God = Nothing 23:45 - How To Live This Out 26:44 - Prayer 27:57 - Outro

    29 min

  3. Jun 15

    12 Promises of God to Strengthen You In Every Season

    In this episode, Amber shares 12 powerful promises of God that will strengthen and encourage you in every season of life. Anchored in Hebrews 10:23 — “Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise” — Amber highlights the beautiful reality that God’s promises are generous gifts from a loving Father who delights in giving good things to His children. As Jesus said, it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom (Luke 12:32). From His perfect plans and intimate knowledge of you, to His unbreakable love, supernatural peace, grace in weakness, complete forgiveness, renewed strength, and abundant joy — these promises reveal a Father who cares deeply and is always looking out for you. Whether you’re in a thriving season or simply needing a fresh reminder of His faithfulness, this episode will fill your heart with hope and equip you to walk in confidence. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodGetsBetter Scripture referenced in order of appearance: Hebrews 10:23; Joshua 21:45; John 14:6; Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 8:28; Psalm 139:16; Matthew 7:9-11; 1 John 5:14-15; 2 Timothy 2:13; Romans 8:35; Romans 8:37; Romans 8:39; Romans 8:32; Luke 12:31-32; Luke 12:27-28; John 14:26; Romans 8:26-27; 2 Corinthians 12:9; John 14:27; Philippians 4:6-7; Isaiah 41:10; Psalm 91:9-11; Isaiah 40:31; Psalm 91:14-16; Psalm 34:17; 1 John 1:9; Hebrews 8:12; Deuteronomy 31:8; John 15:9-11; John 10:10; Hebrews 10:23 Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - God Keeps His promises 02:06 - To Receive the Gift, Receive the Giver 03:12 - Promise #1 04:20 - Promise #2 07:45 - Promise #3 09:15 - Promise #4 12:29 - Promise #5 14:33 - Promise #6 16:40 - Promise #7 19:06 - Promise #8 20:23 - Promise #9 22:12 - Promise #10 23:06 - Promise #11 23:42 - Promise #12 26:30 - Closing thoughts 28:21 - Prayer  29:17 - Outro

    30 min

  4. Jun 8

    Why God Compares Our Faith to Running a Race (And How to Win)

    We’re all running toward something… What are you running towards? Amber explores why the Christian life is compared to running a race and how we can run to win. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 9:24 and the proven strategies of real runners, she unpacks biblical truths that challenge listeners to move beyond aimless living and step into a faith that is fully committed and all in. Understand the heart of the race: running with the pure, radiant joy of a child sprinting toward their Father’s waiting arms—overcoming every obstacle with wholehearted devotion and delight. Discover what it means to run with total commitment, train with discipline, recover wisely, stay on track, and run with clear purpose, all fueled by that same childlike joy. Whether you feel weary, distracted, or stuck in a comfortable pace, this message will encourage you to fix your eyes on Jesus, strip off every weight that slows you down, and stop running aimlessly. If you’re ready to start running to win for a crown that lasts forever, this episode is for you. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodGetsBetter Scripture referenced in order of appearance: 1 Corinthians 9:24; 1 Corinthians 9:23; Matthew 22:36-37; Colossians 3:23-24; Proverbs 3:5-6; 2 Corinthians 9:6; James 4:4; Philippians 3:18-19; 1 Corinthians 9:25; 1 Corinthians 9:27; John 15:1-2; Hebrews 12:11-12; Romans 5:3-5; Isaiah 40:29-31; Colossians 3:10; Philippians 4:13; 1 Corinthians 9:26; Hebrews 12:1-2; Hebrews 12:13; Galatians 5:16; 1 Corinthians 9:25; 1 Corinthians 9:26; Psalm 119:32; 2 Timothy 4:7-8 Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - The Heart of the Race 02:56 - Be All In 09:38 - Train Hard 15:48 - Recover Well 18:07 - Don't Get Off Track 20:29 - Run With Purpose 24:10 - Prayer 25:09 - Outro

    26 min

  5. Jun 1

    Two Questions and a Lie: How the Enemy Attacks Your Faith

    In this episode, Amber exposes one of the enemy’s oldest and most effective tactics: Two Questions and a Lie.  Sometimes it’s one question. Sometimes it’s two. But the enemy knows that when you can’t see clearly, you follow the voice you listen to.  From the Garden of Eden to today, he starts with subtle questions tailored to you—“Did God really say…?”—designed to plant doubt, followed by lies meant to pull your ears away from God’s voice. Amber unpacks how this same tactic played out in the lives of Eve, Jesus, King Hanun, the Israelites, Gideon, and Nehemiah, and how their responses led to dramatically different outcomes. You’ll discover why what you listen to has such great power over your life, and how the enemy tries to win your hearing to steal your faith. You’ll also learn practical ways to recognize this tactic, respond with truth like Jesus did, guard your ears, and keep walking in obedience even when doubt is loud. If you’ve ever wrestled with questions about God’s faithfulness, this episode will equip you to protect your hearing and strengthen your faith. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodGetsBetter Scriptures referenced in order of appearance: Romans 10:17; Genesis 3:1; Matthew 4:3; Matthew 4:5-6; Matthew 4:8-9; 2 Samuel 10:1-3; Numbers 13:31-33; Judges 6:12-18; Nehemiah 4:1-3; Mark 4:24-25; 2 Timothy 2:13; Hebrews 4:12; Proverbs 15:4; 2 Timothy 4:1-5; Psalm 119:105  Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:54 - Faith comes from hearing 03:02 - Example #1 (The First Sin) 04:55 - Example #2 (Jesus in the Wilderness) 08:21 - Example #3 (King Hanun) 11:45 - Example #4 (The 12 Spies) 15:42 - Example #5 (Gideon’s Internal Battle) 19:06 - Example #6 (Nehemiah) 20:13  - The power of your response 21:27 - How to stand firm 26:35 - Prayer 27:42 - Outro

    28 min

  6. May 25

    Why Your Time Is The Enemy's #1 Target

    If you knew you had just one week left on Earth, how would you spend your time? Drawing from John 10:10, Amber reveals why your time is the enemy’s favorite target—and how he primarily steals it through distraction. The thief doesn’t need dramatic attacks, he simply keeps you distracted so you never fully step into your God-given assignment. He doesn't need to defeat you in battle if he can keep you from showing up on the field. Through the story of Nehemiah, Amber unpacks six key strategies the enemy used to pull him away from rebuilding the walls and how he responded to protect his assignment. This episode explores the real cost of misplaced time and the supernatural fruit that comes when we guard it. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodGetsBetter Scripture referenced in order of appearance: John 10:10; Proverbs 6:10-11; John 15:4; Ephesians 5:15-16; James 4:14; Psalm 90:12; Proverbs 12:11; 1 Corinthians 4:2; Nehemiah 4:1-3; Nehemiah 4:7-8; Nehemiah 4:11-12; Nehemiah 4:9; Nehemiah 4:13-18; Nehemiah 6:1-4; Nehemiah 6:5-7; Nehemiah 6:8; Nehemiah 6:9; Nehemiah 6:10; Nehemiah 6:11-13; Nehemiah 6:15-16; Haggai 1:9-11 Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:18 - Your most valuable asset 01:19 - The time thief 06:32 - What the Bible says about your time 11:16 - Nehemiah 13:54 - Strategy #1: Discouragement 15:37 - Strategy #2: Intimidation 18:30 - Strategy #3: Blatant Distraction 20:35 - Strategy #4: False Accusations 22:13 - Strategy #5: Exhaustion 22:46 - Strategy #6: Manipulation 26:21 - The fruit of guarding your time 27:26 - Haggai (the cost of stolen time) 30:09 - Prayer 31:20 - Outro

    32 min

  7. May 18

    You're Already Equipped...But Are You Activated?

    In a vivid vision during worship, Amber found herself on a dark battlefield — fully dressed in the armor of God, weary and seated on the ground, with both hands full. Then she heard Jesus speak right behind her. He had been there the whole time — armored, standing guard, and closer than she realized. She also shares how the Lord confirmed this encounter through multiple clear signs before and after it happened. This episode explores the spiritual battle we all face and unpacks what each piece of the Armor of God actually looks like in everyday life. If you’ve been feeling tired, distracted, or stuck in the battle, this is your invitation to release what’s filling your hands and rise up with Him. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodGetsBetter Scripture referenced in order of appearance: Ephesians 6:12; Ephesians 6:11; Ephesians 6:13; Ephesians 6:14; John 14:6; Proverbs 4:23; Proverbs 4:25-27; Ephesians 6:15; Romans 10:13-15; Hebrews 11:1; 2 Timothy 1:7; Romans 12:2; Philippians 4:6-8; Proverbs 18:21; Ephesians 6:17; Ephesians 6:18; John 8:12; Matthew 5:14-16 Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Signs 06:27 - The Vision 11:26 - The Battle We Fight 13:23 - The Belt of Truth 14:41 - The Breastplate of God's Righteousness 16:25 - The Shoes of Peace 18:11 - The Shield of Faith 19:54 - The Helmet of Salvation 21:58 - The Sword of The Spirit 25:26 - Prayer 27:15 - Outro

    28 min

  8. May 11

    The Real Reason Your Anxiety Keeps Coming Back

    Amber thought her anxiety came down to not trusting God enough. But recently she uncovered a deeper reality: misplaced attention was quietly playing a much larger role than she realized.  In this episode, we'll explore how where we direct our focus determines the stability of our lives. Drawing from powerful stories in scripture—Peter sinking the moment he looked at the waves, Lot's wife losing everything with one glance back, and Martha distracted by "good" things while missing the One thing that mattered most. The same Jesus who immediately reached out and grabbed Peter is ready to steady you today. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodGetsBetter Scripture referenced in order of appearance: Hebrews 12:1-2; Isaiah 26:3; 2 Corinthians 10:3-6; Matthew 14:24-33; Matthew 7:24-27; Genesis 19:17; Genesis 19:23-26; Proverbs 4:25-27; Luke 10:38-42; James 1:5-8; Matthew 11:28-30 Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction + Revelation 01:24 - Fix Your Eyes 08:28 - Peter on the water 16:45 - Lots Wife 22:03 - Martha 24:03 - The Danger of Double-Mindedness 26:55 - Hope and Practical Steps 29:50 - Prayer 30:54 - Outro

    32 min
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When you focus on the good (& God!) the good gets even better. Featuring conversations that dive beyond surface level. God works all things together for the good of those who love Him (Romans 8:28). This verse encompasses what the podcast is all about. Through testimonies of faith from well-known Christian artists, scriptural figures, and even Amber’s story, we can be encouraged and empowered that God does extraordinary things in ordinary days, through ordinary people.  Amber encourages you to look beyond the battles you're facing, and to remember that God is, will be, and has been faithful time and time again. The goal is for you to leave inspired, encouraged, and excited to grow closer to God and to spread the love of Jesus to those around you.New episodes drop every Monday!

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  • Creator
    Amber Vreeland
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Good Gets Better
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