A Burst of Hope

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!Today's episode features Pat Bolton as our guest on A Burst Of Hope. Pat and her husband Gary have been married for over 50 years and have a large family of children and grandchildren. Pat was an educator for 35 years and worked in Real Estate with her husband. Together, they helped young couples who no one else would help become homeowners. Pat lives her life with open hands, always ready and willing to share what God has given her with others. Her generosity is evident as she opens up her heart and home to many groups of women.You will love Pat; her joy for living and her passion for Christ is contagious.Please share this episode with a friend and follow us on social media. Thank you for sharing A Burst Of Hope with others! You can contact us at aburstofhope@gmail.com       Please like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!Our guest on the podcast this week is Lauren Mitchell. Lauren is a Wife, a Mom to 3, an Author, and a Speaker. She's also lovingly known as the "Chapel Lady" to the preschoolers she teaches. Behind all these hats Lauren wears so well is a heart that beats wildly for Jesus. She shares her story with Martha and Kim and her passion for journaling prayers. If you have a treasure that feels locked inside you, Lauren will show you how to draw it out by writing.   She has a brand new book coming out in March of 2025, and we have the pre-order link for you below!Be sure to check out Lauren's website and Social Media pages! Pre-order Lauren's book, "Steadfast Through Psalms: Becoming A Woman After God's Own Heart."Lauren's website (with other books she has written as well) Laurenmitchellwrites.com   Lauren on Instagram:  @laurenmitchellwritesThank you for joining us at the table today!! We pray God has filled you with Hope!If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5-star review or a comment on Apple podcasts. You can do that here Scroll down to "leave a review" and add yours. Thanks so much!Don't hesitate to get in touch with us ataburstofhope@gmail.comPlease like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!Today on the podcast, Martha and Kim welcome Alison Veazey. Alison is a Wife, a Mom to two adult children, and the Co-Founder of Think Life Change, a biblical Counseling Center. She has co-authored seven books, including her latest, "Riding The High Hills: Training the Church in Love," and founded Victory Reins, a therapeutic equine riding center. Alison gets to the Heart of The Problem by sharing her counseling experience through the years and offering the hope that genuine repentance brings.We know you want to share this episode with others, so share away!!  Here's more information on Alison:Think Life Change Institute of Biblical CounselingVictory ReinsAlison's Email Address:Alison@thinklifechange.comThank you for being part of our BOH family!!Please get in touch with us by email:aburstofhope@gmail.comPlease like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!We are so excited to welcome Kayla Whaley to the podcast this week! Kayla is a health and nutrition coach and a biblical mentor to young girls. But there is so much in this young woman; her passion for life and God is infectious, and you will love her as much as we do. Please check out the links below to learn more about her. Kayla Whaley  - InstagramJuniper MentoringHealth CoachingThank you for being part of our BOH family!!Please get in touch with us by email:aburstofhope@gmail.comPlease like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!Martha and Kim are excited to welcome Mary Frances Bowley to this week's podcast! Mary Frances is a well-known community leader; she founded WellSpring Living, an anti-trafficking organization that provides comprehensive care for survivors. She recently became co-leader for Open Prayer Spaces, a local chapter of the international  24-7 Prayer movement.We all know how important prayer is in a believer's life, but praying in community with other Christians, with intentionality for our cities, country, and world, is very powerful. As you'll hear today, God gives us mission as we pray. Mary Frances shares her passion for prayer, the vision for Open Prayer Spaces, and how we can all be part of this transformational movement.Please click the links below to learn more about how to get involved.  Open Prayer Spaces 24-7 PrayerDirty Glory - by Pete GreigWe'd love to hear how this podcast is impacting you! You can email us at:aburstofhope@gmail.comThanks for being part of our Burst Of Hope family. Be sure to invite someone to your table to listen with you.Please like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!This week, we are thrilled to welcome Kathi Lipp back to the podcast! Kathi is the Publisher's Weekly bestselling author of 20 books, including her latest book, Sabbath Soup, which launched last week.   In addition to being part of the InCourage at Dayspring writing team, she is the podcast host of Clutter Free Academy and Writing At the Red House.Martha and Kim are part of her online coaching program, "The Red House Writers Collective." Kathi lives on her Red House mini-homestead with her husband, Roger, a dog, and eight chickens.Do you need to recreate some of the rhythms found in the gift of Sabbath? Are you always fixing all the meals when everyone is together in another room enjoying each other's company?Kathi gives us spiritual insight and practical ways to ensure that we are feeding ourselves and everyone else.This book is beautiful in every way!  Thank you for joining us today! Be sure to share this episode with a friend. It's easy to share from our social media pages or from the Apple podcast. You can also go to our podcast website, click on the episode, and click the "share" button, which will give you the link to copy and share. Here's Kathi's website and a link to her new book, "Sabbath Soup." Be sure to check it ou!!Kathi Lipp Sabbath SoupContact Martha and Kim at:aburstofhope@gmail.comPlease like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!On this week's podcast, Martha and Kim discuss the importance of hearing God's voice.  Martha interviews Kim about her ministry of One Thing Worship and the upcoming retreat she will facilitate in the Atlanta area. Jesus often pulled away from the crowds to be alone with His Father. His example to us is the theme of One Thing Worship Retreat, along with Psalm 27:4:"One thing have I asked of the Lord,    that will I seek after:that I may dwell in the house of the Lord    all the days of my life,to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord    and to inquire in his temple."The Lord longs to speak to each of his children; sometimes, we need a sacred time and place to hear His voice above all the other voices.  What do you think about special times of pulling away to be with Jesus?We'd love to hear!Here's information on the ministry of One Thing Worship and the upcoming retreat.Here's a link to the Journey To Hope - a retreat for women walking through child loss.      Thank you for sharing this podcast with a friend!Contact Martha and Kim at:aburstofhope@gmail.comPlease like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries   .

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!This week Martha and Kim welcome Tecia Farmer Janes to the podcast. Tecia is the Founder and Director of Choosing Him Ministries, a ministry that came out of her love for the Lord and her passion to connect women with Jesus, His Word, and others. She has written bible studies and offers many resources for women to grow in their relationship with Jesus, including a podcast and hosting special events. Tecia shares her story of Defining Choices; the power of choice we have been given by the Lord. Those choices come from the intersection of God's sovereign will and the grace to follow his leading. Please share this episode with a friend! You will be giving them a gift!Here's a link to Tecia's website:  Choosing Him MinistriesContact Martha and Kim at:aburstofhope@gmail.comPlease like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!We are blessed to welcome Lauren Eden to the podcast this week! Lauren is a wife and a mom with a heart for the local church. Her story is incredible; she shares openly about her miraculous birth. Lauren is an abortion survivor; she knows the God of miracles and wants you to know His amazing love, too.She is a national speaker for the Abortion Survivors Network and travels extensively, sharing her story. You cannot help but see God's fingerprints all over her life, the same ones on your life today, friend. Thank you for listeningWe know you'll want to share this episode with a friend! Here's how you can find Lauren and her ministry:To learn more about Abortion Survivors Network and to hear stories of abortion survivors like Lauren, go to: https://abortionsurvivors.org/To give to Lauren’s ministry of sharing God’s miraculous story, you can give a tax-deductible donation here: https://abortionsurvivors.donorsupport.co/page/LaurenEdenTo book Lauren to speak at your church’s event, women’s ministry, or pro-life group, or to connect with Lauren about getting involved locally in helping moms and babies in need, email Lauren at laureneden82@gmail.com.You can also follow Lauren, hear Lauren and her mom tell their stories, and learn more about what Lauren is doing here:YouTube - https://youtube.com/@laurenedenabortionsurvivor?si=I8WKA0D3Fr1MJ1R7Facebook - Lauren EdenInstagram - @laureneden_prolifespeakerContact Martha and Kim at:aburstofhope@gmail.comPlease like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries   .

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!Martha and Kim are excited to welcome Megan Carnes to this week's podcast! Megan is a Mom to young children and passionately desires to pray for her children to see them grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus. Her growing intimacy with Christ drives every decision she makes as a wife and Mom. She has a heart to encourage other young moms and does it so well.   Thank you for joining us today! We'd love to hear from you! Please get in touch with us at: aburstofhope@gmail.comPlease help us to share this podcast by:*sharing this episode with a friend*following us on our social media platforms (see below)*giving us a review on Apple podcastsThank you so much for being A Burst Of Hope Ambassador! Please like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!This week, we get to hear Part 2 with Amy Smithwick. If you haven't listened to Part 1 with her from last week, we hope you'll go back and catch that episode.Amy shares more precious treasure with us, mined from the gift of suffering. She also reveals a recent adventure the Lord took her family on. You will want to share these episodes with your friends.Thank you so much for listening in today!! You can contact us at:aburstofhope@gmail.comPlease like and follow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!This week on the podcast, Amy Smithwick joins Martha and Kim at the table to share the Hope she has experienced in her long journey with physical suffering. Amy is a young wife and mom with amazing creative gifts God has blessed her with. She and her husband, Brody, have an incredible ministry to those incarcerated.Amy loves Jesus supremely; her life is worship, and her words today bring beautiful insight into the gift of suffering.  We are privileged to have this time with her. Please be sure to share this episode with a friend. Thank you!!You can contact us ataburstofhope@gmail.comFollow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!In this  episode of A Burst Of Hope, Martha and Kim invite you to look at your life as a vessel of hope. We are all containers of Christ Himself, "this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory." (Col. 1:27) How do we carry this treasure, especially as it pertains to our words? What life are we bringing into our conversations, the rooms we walk into, the peoples' lives we speak into? That's what the conversation is about around the table today.We're so glad you're here!!Be sure to share this episode with a friend and follow us on social media.Thank you for helping us share the Hope of Jesus with others!!!!You can contact us ataburstofhope@gmail.comFollow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook      A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!Martha and Kim have amazing guests around the table today! A Burst Of Hope is excited to welcome the Touching Hearts Leadership team to the podcast. A big thank you to Daphne Williams, Tonya Ortkiese, and Lynn Gunter!! We have all been on a retreat together, seeking God for this new season in ministry and He did so much more than we asked for! This recording was made during our last day together and the treasures spoken of are from the overflow of how the Holy Spirit ministered to us.We believe you will hear and receive Hope as the team shares from the abundance of what He's done! Thank you for joining us today!!Here's a link to the song What He's DoneBe sure to share this episode with a friend and follow us on social media.You can contact us ataburstofhope@gmail.comFollow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook      A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!This week on the podcast we welcome Priscilla Carr to the table. Priscilla is the producer extraordinaire for A Burst Of Hope and she is back on the air with us to share a good word of hope.James 1:2- 3 says to count it all joy wet we meet trials of various kinds "for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness." Priscilla brings beautiful insight into those verses from her own personal story. And as she celebrates a very special anniversary, we remember with grateful hearts how the Spirit pursues each of us for the Father's glory. Here's a link to the song: Shepherd Of My HeartWe are so thankful for YOU and the privilege of sharing this journey of Hope with you.Please share this episode with a friend.Contact us at: aburstofhope@gmail.comFollow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook      A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!Hello Burst of Hope Family!! We are so excited to officially launch our 4th season of podcasting! Thank you for being part of this journey of Hope with us! It's been an amazing blessing, an adventure, and a gift that has proved to be immeasurable. God is so good!!We will continue to share the Hope of Christ here on this platform and we invite you to share in this worthy calling with us.To begin this new season, Martha and Kim take a look back at some of the treasures of hope shared around the table and look ahead to how our Anchor of Hope will display Himself through new stories this coming year. Your story matters! God is the famous One and when you share your Hope story you are making much of Him!Please drop us a note to tell us little about your story. We love you all!!!Here's the book by Katherine Wolf:Treasures In The DarkContact us at: aburstofhope@gmail.comFollow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook      A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!We're honored to have our friend Marion Ferencz on this special encore episode of A Burst Of Hope. Marion is a wife, a mother, and Mimi to her grandchildren. She works as the Missions Administrator in her church and helped to start the Cancer Care Ministry there as well. Her story is one that will challenge and inspire you to live with an eternal perspective, to live for what's in store. We've shared some resources and her contact information below. Thank you for being with us today!!Here's Marion's email if you'd like to reach out to her for info on Cancer Care Ministry:Marionf@newhopebc.orgSong "First Things First" by Consumed By FirePlease contact us ataburstofhope@gmail.comFollow the Podcast on Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook      A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram   @touchingheartsministriesFacebook    Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite      Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram    @onethingworshipFacebook     One Thing WorshipWebsite       Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!On today's special encore episode of A Burst Of Hope,  Martha and Kim are joined by Chris Staley as she shares about her continuing journey of Hope. Chris's  faith will encourage you greatly. Her heart has been captivated by God's love and she openly tells how she experiences His Presence in the midst of trouble. Lean in close, friends. It's a sweet one today.Here's the song Chris mentioned:"The Story I'll Tell"Thank you for joining us. We'd love to hear from you. Contact us at:aburstofhope@gmail.comFollow our podcast on: Instagram: @aburstofhopeFacebook: A Burst Of HopeFollow MarthaInstagram @touchingheartsministriesFacebook  Touching Hearts MinistresWebsite    Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow KimInstagram  @onethingworshipFacebook   One Thing WorshipWebsite     Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!Join us today for this special encore episode of A Burst Of Hope where we will hear part 2 of our time with Susan Boykin.To know Susan was to love her dearly. She lived her life full of hope and joy in the goodness of God even in the suffering she endured. Her wise, encouraging words give us a glimpse into the beautiful gift she was and still is. Thank you for listening to our beloved friend. You will be blessed. Here are the books Susan mentioned:Suffer StrongJesus ListensContact us at:aburstofhope@gmail.comFollow MarthaInstagram  @touchingheartsministriesFacebook   Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite     Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow Kim Instagram   @onethingworshipFacebook    One Thing WorshipWebsite      Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries

Send us a Text Message and let us know what you think!On this week's special encore episode of A Burst Of Hope, our guest is our dear friend Susan Boykin. Though Susan has since laid hold of her greatest reward in the Presence of Jesus, she shares her incredulous journey with much grace and hope in her experience of joy amidst great pain.  She invites us in to hear the surprising gift of hope she lived in. Thank you for joining us today, we are leaning in close with you. (This episode was originally published in February, 2022)Here are the books Susan mentioned:Suffer Strong by Jay and Katherine WolfJesus Listens by Sarah YoungPlease follow the podcast and share with your friends.Contact us at:aburstofhope@gmail.comFollow Martha:Instagram  @touchingheartsministriesFacebook   Touching Hearts MinistriesWebsite     Touching Hearts MinistriesFollow Kim:Instagram  @onethingworshipFacebook   One Thing WorshipWebsite      Joe and Kim Stanley Ministries