The Power of Perseverance | Alita Reynolds & Lisa Toney

In this episode, Alita Reynolds, Women of Faith President, sits down with her dear friend Lisa Toney. They discuss the importance of embracing truths and maintaining positive mindsets to keep our focus on Jesus. They emphasize the significance of transitioning from darkness to light, mourning to joy, and chaos to peace. By proclaiming these truths and cultivating positive mindsets, we can shape ourselves and keep our eyes fixed on Jesus. They stress that emotional maturity is just as crucial as spiritual maturity when navigating through challenging situations and emotions. By studying God's word, individuals can develop emotional maturity and understand that emotions should not be the driving force behind their actions, but rather their faith should be.

The conversation unveils the process of untangling the knots within ourselves during difficult seasons or challenging circumstances. Alita and Lisa compare it to the exercise of untangling a human knot and stress the importance of persistently working through these tangles until a new direction begins to emerge. By discussing it with Jesus or a trusted spiritual leader or friend, we can untangle the knots and find clarity and resolution.

Additionally, Alita and Lisa touch on the concept of experiencing extreme situations to witness the transformative power of God.  They suggest that sometimes we need to reach the end of ourselves or our previous experiences to embrace the newness that God has in store for us. This process requires courage and a strong faith in God's guidance and provision.

The episode underscores the significance of embracing truths, maintaining positive mindsets, and having faith to keep our focus on Jesus. By doing so, we can navigate through challenging emotions and situations, untangle the knots within ourselves, and experience the transformative power of God. Alita and Lisa encourage us to remember that our story is not over yet, even during difficult seasons, and to hold onto hope and trust in God's plan and purpose for our lives.

ABOUT LISA TONEY: Lisa Toney is a pastor, professor, author, and speaker. Lisa’s easy, powerful, and intentional strategies empower others to live, love, and lead with Jesus. You can find her speaking at events, leading global serve trips, and hosting Bible land tours in the Middle East. She is the author of several books and hosts the Faith Habits Show on Lisa Toney YouTube. Lisa serves on the pastoral team at Hillside Community Church. Connect with Lisa at lisatoney.com. @lisatoneylife lives in Southern California with her husband, four kids, one puppy, one gecko, and five chickens. KNOWN BIBLE STUDY FREE Code: WOMENOFFAITH Direct link: https://www.lisatoney.com/offers/2SQ9B5GE

ABOUT ALITA REYNOLDS: Alita Reynolds is the President of Women of Faith, Host of the Women of Faith Show with Alita Reynolds, Founder of the Women of Faith Group Coaching program, a Certified Master Christian Life Coach (CMCLC), and a sought-after trainer and speaker. She and her husband, GJ, are the Visionaries of Women of Faith, a global ministry equipping women to live victoriously with Jesus. In addition, she serves the International Christian Coaching Institute (ICCI) by leading the Women’s Life Coaching model, where she trains and mentors women’s life coaches. Alita’s life purpose is as simple as her upbringing on a Nebraska farm. She passionately inspires others to find Jesus by bringing out God's beautiful story in their lives. Alita creates opportunities to encourage everyone to find their own God-given purpose and to live a life of excellence. This all starts at home for Alita in Lincoln, Nebraska, with her husband and three adult children, Logan, Rees, and Lexi. When she’s not working, you may find her pruning her flowers, pickling cucumbers, throwing a sushi-making party, or simply enjoying the long su