Music for the Soul Podcast

Becky Nordquist & Steve Siler

Welcome to The Music for the Soul Podcast, where we talk honestly about difficult things, sharing the stories of guests from around the globe about the incredible hope and healing music provides. Inspired by human experience and the compassion of Christ, our episodes aim to bring light into the dark places. read less
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Episode 70: Discovering God's Guiding Hand in Singing and Songwriting with Sam and Becca Mizell
Mar 6 2024
Episode 70: Discovering God's Guiding Hand in Singing and Songwriting with Sam and Becca Mizell
God is the guiding force in our lives in everything that we do and it is through His words that we can change lives for the better. But what exactly does that look like when it comes to songwriting or performing?   We are so blessed to have Grammy Nominated Singer/Songwriter couple Sam and Becca Mizell on this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. Sam and Becca share their story of how the Lord brought them together and really laid on their heart that they were meant to be husband and wife. From there, they talk about becoming a singing/songwriting duo with songs that "ache" with the emotions of life's trials.   Sam discusses why he thought it was so important to focus more on the heart and soul of a song than it was to write something that he thought would sell well. Becca also explains how she doesn't see herself as a performer, but rather someone who uses her gifts in singing to share messages that provide healing, hope and inspiration for what God can do in our lives.   Who are Sam and Becca Mizell? Sam and Becca Mizell are singer/songwriters from outside the Nashville area. They have been making music for around 20 years. Between them, they share 3 Grammy Nominations, 2 ASCAP Songs Of The Year, 7 #1 Songs, and 2 Dove Awards. Becca is also a featured vocalist on Hidden In My Heart Scripture Lullabies. Their latest collaboration, LIFE Vol. 1, showcases their talent through several songs written for well-known artists ("King Of The World" by Natalie Grant, "The Motions" by Matthew West, "Broken Ladders" by Selah) as well as brand new compositions. Their prayer is that you will be richly blessed as you listen and that God alone will be glorified.. Resources: Our listeners can check out all of their songs on their official YouTube Channel at the link here: https://www.youtube.com/@SamandBeccaMizell/featured
Episode 69: Singer Michael O'Brien Talks about Overcoming Pornography and Restoring His Marriage
Feb 28 2024
Episode 69: Singer Michael O'Brien Talks about Overcoming Pornography and Restoring His Marriage
Pornography addiction is something we've talked about extensively on this show and we've showcased the devistation it can have on someone's life, their relationships and their faith in God. So what leads people to pick up this addiction and how can they free themselves from it?   We are so excited to have singer, musician and worship leader Michael O'Brien as our guest on this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. Michael shares his story of becoming a musician who played all over the country, spending over 250 nights a year away from his family. While he sang about overcoming his addictions to other vices like alcohol, he slowly began to develop a new addiction.   Michael explains what caused his addiction to finally spill over from being a secret only he knew, to something his wife discovered. From there he discusses how he overcame that addiction, but most importantly, how God used this as a way to not only bring sanctity back into his marriage, but make his relationship with the Lord stronger than ever as well.   Who is Michael O'Brien? Michael David O'Brien is an American Christian musician and worship leader, who primarily plays Christian pop and contemporary worship music. He released eight solo albums since 1990. He was a touring member of the Heritage Singers, before becoming a full-fledged member of NewSong, in 1999. He started his music recording career in 1990, with the album, Someone Needs to Tell Them, which was an Indie project. His subsequent album, Michael O'Brien, was released in 1995, with Benson Records. The third album, Conviction, was released in 1996, again by Benson Records. He released, Godspeed, in 1998, also with Benson Records. His fifth studio album, Something About Us, was released in 2007, with Miracle Productions. He released his 6th album "Be Still My Soul" in 2010. And then his first holiday album, Christ'mas, in 2013, by Miracle Productions. His eighth album, Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs, was released in 2015, with Miracle productions. And he just released his latest project "Crown Him" in 2020. Resources: You can learn more about Michael's work, view his live videos, and see upcoming events on his website: www.michaelo.org To book Michael, our listeners can reach him at his email: Michael@michaelo.org
Episode 68: Recording Artist Lisa Bevill Shares About Her Career, Her Girls Camp, and Her Battle with Lyme disease
Feb 21 2024
Episode 68: Recording Artist Lisa Bevill Shares About Her Career, Her Girls Camp, and Her Battle with Lyme disease
When God calls us to follow His voice, we often don't know the paths He is taking us down. However, it is always so important to listen to Him when He speaks, because He takes us to places we could only dream about.    That is why we are so blessed to welcome Recording Artist and Songwriter, Lisa Bevill, to this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. Lisa shares the story of getting starting in her career as a jingle singer before releasing her first album in 1992. From there she talks about having God reach out to her and lead her to start her own girl's camp to help young girls who were struggling with various physical, mental and spiritual challenges.   From there, she goes on to discuss her 15 year battle with Lyme disease, and how the Lord took moments of great suffering and used them as a transformational experience that has helped her go on to assist countless people who are also suffering from the condition.   Who is Lisa Bevill? Lisa Bevill is an American Contemporary Christian musician best known for Christian radio hits such as Number Condemnation, Only a Saviour and Hold On. Lisa has performed with and sung on albums for a wide range of artists, including Amy Grant, Garth Brooks, Faith Hill, Linda Ronstadt, John Tesh, Reba McEntire, James Ingram, Michael West. Smith, Carman, Donna Summer, Petra, the late Rich Mullins, Kim Hill, Kathy Troccoli, Cindy Morgan, Twila Paris, Newsong, Margaret Becker and many others, before she went on her own. In addition, she has recorded jingles for many different companies, including McDonalds, Wrigley"s Doublemint, Ford, Chevrolet, Chrysler/Dodge, Domino"s Pizza, Frito Lay, Arby"s, Radio Shack, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Stanley Steamer and many others Resources: Listen to all of Lisa's work on Music for the Soul's projects including Binder of the Broken at the link here: https://www.musicforthesoul.org/product_musicians/lisa-bevill/ You can also check out Lisa's Facebook page at the link here: https://www.facebook.com/LisaBevillMusic/
Episode 67: Author Jolene Philo Joins Us To Talk About Caregiving and Loving Children With Disabilities
Feb 14 2024
Episode 67: Author Jolene Philo Joins Us To Talk About Caregiving and Loving Children With Disabilities
Caregiving is one of the most challenging and intense experiences a parent or a child can face as they walk through life. Whether its taking care of an elderly parent or caring for a child with special needs, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help or when you should pass off caregiving to a full time team.   That is why we are so grateful to have Author Jolene Philo as our guest on today's episode. Jolene Philo has the unique perspective of being both the child of, and the parent of, someone with a disability. She shares what it was like caring for her father, who was diagnosed with MS, at an early age and how that quickly became her family's "normal". Jolene then speaks about raising her son who was born with a life-threatening birth defect and had to have multiple surgeries throughout his life.   Jolene then took her experiences and wrote several books including Sharing Love Abundantly with Special Needs Families: The Five Love Languages® for Parents Raising Children with Disabilities. She says the reason she felt called to write these books was so devastated parents could begin to place their hope in God’s dream for their children.   Who is Jolene Philo? Jolene Philo grew up in a caregiving family and raised a son with medical special needs. As a teacher, she created an inclusive classroom for children with disabilities for 25 years. She's authored several books, including Every Child Welcome: A Ministry Handbook for Including Kids with Special Needs and Sharing Love Abundantly with Special Needs Families: The Five Love Languages® for Parents Raising Children with Disabilities. She hosts the award winning blog, www.DifferentDream.com. Jolene and her husband live in a multigenerational family in Iowa with her daughter, son-in-law and their two young children. Resources: Our listeners can access free caregiving resources, check out her books, and schedule coaching sessions on her website: https://www.differentdream.com You can also check out for Jolene's blog and fictional works by visiting her other website: https://www.jolenephilo.com
Episode 66: Singer/Songwriter Shannon Adducci Shares About Leaning Into Our Identity As A Beloved Children of God
Feb 7 2024
Episode 66: Singer/Songwriter Shannon Adducci Shares About Leaning Into Our Identity As A Beloved Children of God
We've talked about navigating very difficult situations a lot on the Music for the Soul Podcast. But how can we begin to lean into our identity as a child of Christ when so many of our questions don't seem to have concrete answers?   We are so blessed to welcome the incredibly talented singer, songwriter, pianist and worship leader, Shannon Adducci to this episode of The Music for the Soul Podcast. Shannon not only shares her stories of hardship and adversity in her walk through life, but also the reason why asking questions is such a vital part of our faith. She speaks to the importance of leaning on God in all moments of our lives, even when we don't always get definitive answers to the "how" and "why."   Sharron explains how she used her anxiety and adversity as a driving force to write music that dives into deep emotional struggles. She also says that, with God as our Heavenly Father, it is never too late to get started and never too late to get back up.   Who is Shannon Adducci? Shannon Adducci is a beloved singer, songwriter and worship leader who writes from the deep places of struggle and joy in her own story. After graduating from Christ for the Nations and Dallas Baptist University, she began to work with musical artists and ministries such as Women of Faith, Revive Our Hearts, The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, Integrity Music, Maranatha! Music, Focus on the Family, Our Daily Bread, Jared Anderson, Paul Baloche, & others. Sharron has also had the privilege of writing and recording six albums of her own thus far and also writing for other artists over the years. Resources: Our listeners can purchase Shannon's full catalogue of music, read her blog posts and more on her website: https://www.shannonadduccimusic.com
Episode 65: How a Song Can Rescue a Hurting Soul with Gloria Gaither
Jan 31 2024
Episode 65: How a Song Can Rescue a Hurting Soul with Gloria Gaither
Don't settle for shallow. Those are the words today's guest left with us as we concluded our discussion. At Music for the Soul, we write songs that speak honestly about some of life's toughest challenges, because we know that songs can help rescue a hurting soul.   Our guest on today's show is Gospel Music Hall of Fame member, Grammy and Dove Award winning lyricist, Gloria Gaither. Gloria shares with us her story of working on hundreds of musical releases throughout her career, and how she was inspired to write music that wasn't just catchy or "mainstream", but spoke to the souls of people walking through different adversities in life. She also talks about the importance of having horizontal praise in addition to vertical praise.   Gloria explains that many people proclaim that "God is great", but don't apply God's greatness to their lives and their neighbors. We need to not only know that God is great, but WHY God is great and HOW we can apply that to serving others in God's name.   Who is Gloria Gaither? For more than fifty years, Bill and Gloria Gaither have shared a mutual dedication to combining great art and great theology. As a result, they have created a lasting legacy in the field of gospel music and beyond. Together they have written more than 700 songs, created hundreds of award-winning recordings and a dozen timeless musicals that have been sung for decades. Gloria also traveled with the Bill Gaither Trio for twenty years before she turned to her graduate work in literature. In recognition of Gloria and Bill’s vast contribution to the gospel music industry, they were named ASCAP’s Christian Songwriters of the Century in 2000. Also on their long list of special honors with Grammy Awards and Dove Awards, is their induction into Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Gloria has long been a student of literature, with special interest in the works of John Steinbeck. She has contributed papers and reviews on his writing in a variety of academic settings. She has been published in the Steinbeck Academic Journal both in the United States and abroad. She has written more than 40 books, including titles for adults and children, created scripts for over 100 videos in the chart-topping Homecoming series, and for 15 years she led the vision for Homecoming Magazine, an innovative publication for which she guided the themes, wrote features, and did milestone interviews. Resources: Our listeners can learn more about Gloria's musical releases on her website: https://www.gaither.com/artists/gloria-gaither/ You can also check out Gloria's Blog, Love Song To My Life, at the link here: https://www.lovesongtomylife.com
Episode 64: Analyzing the Impact of Music on People's Lives with Award Winning Composer Danny Mitchell
Jan 24 2024
Episode 64: Analyzing the Impact of Music on People's Lives with Award Winning Composer Danny Mitchell
We've talked before on The Music For The Soul Podcast about the impact music can have on the lives of others and how you never know just how many lives you touch with your voice.   That is why we are so excited to have singer, songwriter and composer extrodinare, Danny Mitchell, to share stories from his career working in music. Danny talks about how he got started in composing and performing music, how he overcame self-doubt in his work, and how he has seen his performances impact the lives of others.   He also shares how projects he's worked on for Music for the Soul have impacted his own life and why it is so important to create as an artist, because it allows us to create a ripple effect that can touch the lives of others.   Who is Danny Mitchell? Born and raised in Wisconsin, Danny moved to Nashville shortly after earning his bachelor’s degree in jazz piano and composition. Since then, he has worked steadily as a freelance musician in and around Nashville, and across the country. As a composer and arranger, Danny’s work runs the gamut from small chamber pieces to full symphonic works. His “Dawning of a Soul” has been performed by the National Wind Ensemble in New York City’s Carnegie Hall under the direction of H. Robert Reynolds. In 2021, Danny was commissioned by the University of Wisconsin to compose a piece of music that reflected the hardship we experienced during the pandemic of 2020 and beyond. “From the Depths We Rise” received its world premiere by the University of Wisconsin-Madison wind ensemble under the direction of Scott Teeple in April 2022. Resources: Our listeners can learn more about Danny's music, upcoming projects and more on his website: https://www.dannymitchellmusic.com
Episode 63: Jen Mozley on Overcoming Anxiety and the Power of the Arts in Worship
Jan 17 2024
Episode 63: Jen Mozley on Overcoming Anxiety and the Power of the Arts in Worship
We've talked many times on this show about how anxiety and depression are some of the fastest growing illnesses world wide and how debilitating they can be. What role does expression through song and art play in allowing us to reveal our true selves through who God has called us to be?   We are so blessed to have singer-songwriter and worship leader Jen Mozley on this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. Jen talks about growing up feeling suppressed from pursuing a passion in music. She describes how she overcame her anxiety, depression and ADHD by learning to do one extraordinary thing a day.   Jen explains when we break things down to just do one thing at a time, it can help overcome those feelings of being overwhelmed and intimidated. From there, that one extraordinary thing every day begins to work in our lives to transform our lives from ordinary to extraordinary with the grace, love and empathy that come from our Father in Heaven.   Who is Jen Mozley? As a passionate singer-songwriter, and worship leader, Jen Mozley's zeal for music began as a little child listening to her father sing and play piano her church in Georgia.  Her main desire is to spread the love of Christ through her words and music to inspire others to chase after God's own heart.  She is blessed to be married to an amazing man and to be a mom to her beautiful, fun loving daughter.  Her entire family is so encouraging and supportive. Currently, Jen is the worship leader at Rivertown Church in Columbus, GA.  If you are local and looking for a church home, she'd love to see you there!  Resources: Our listeners can learn more about Jen's songs, including Reveal Me, as well as reach out to Jen on her website, https://www.jenmozleymusic.com
Episode 62: Empowering Children to Understand Their Emotions with Michelle Steffes
Jan 10 2024
Episode 62: Empowering Children to Understand Their Emotions with Michelle Steffes
What if children and pre-teens had buttons and switches that allowed them to turn off or tone down negative emotions such as anger or hurt and turn up positive ones like love and compassion? How can we teach our children to understand not only the emotions they feel, but how to control them as well?   We are so excited to welcome author and speaking, Michelle Steffes, as she walks us through the science of our emotions and how we can teach our children to be resilient in a post-pandemic world. Michelle shares her years of research into complex topics such as resilience, neuroscience, and emotional intelligence, and how each of these can be broken down into simple ideas that children and pre teens can grasp.   We also talk about her book, The Machine Inside Me: How to change your brain and discover the power within you!, which we believe is an invaluable resource not only for parents of young children, but adults themselves into learning the how and why of emotional control.   Who is Michelle Steffes? Michelle is the Founder and CEO of IPV Consulting, Founder of IPV Group Coaching and Creator of the 5 in 5 Performance Coaching Program. Featured in multiple magazine publications, radio programs and national media networks, her clientele includes a plethora of corporations, executives and individuals desiring effective change in business and life. Steffes has completed over 10,000 hours of study in neuroscience, physiology and human behavior. She empowers by utilizing cognitive methods to accelerate growth, increase performance and transform self-defeating mindsets. Resources: Check out Michelle's Book, The Machine Inside Me: How to change your brain and discover the power within you!, at the Amazon link here: https://www.amazon.com/Machine-Inside-Me-change-discover/dp/1625862377 Learn more about Michelle's work with speaking, coaching, training and more on her website here: https://ipvconsulting.com/
Episode 60: Chris Bailey Joins us for a Two-Topic Episode about Podcast Production and Living with Diabetes
Dec 27 2023
Episode 60: Chris Bailey Joins us for a Two-Topic Episode about Podcast Production and Living with Diabetes
We are blessed to bring you podcasts every week that share stories from talented individuals. So, what does the Music for the Soul Podcast look like behind the scenes? What goes into making a Music for the Soul Podcast episode?   Our podcast producer, Chris Bailey, joins us on this week's episode to talk about what it's been like producing the show for over a year. He also talks about his work on the song Crooked Road and what it has been like growing up with Type One Diabetes for over 15 years. Chris shares why it is so important to allow ourselves to feel lamentation when our world is turned upside down, and how expressing our emotions allows us to move through tough times in our lives.   Finally, Chris explains how community is vital to walking through hardships in our lives.   Who is Chris Bailey? Chris Bailey is the Founder and CEO of CSB Productions. Chris is an alumni of Samford University and has 10 years of professional videography experience. He’s worked on countless television and online productions including Chace Strickland and Sean Hobbs of Backyard Production, Emmy Award Winning Documentary Director Michael Uys, Dove Award Winning Songwriter Steve Siler, The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and many other directors, videographers, organizations, and online personalities.  Resources: If you are interested in starting your own podcast or learning more about podcast production, visit Chris' website: https://www.csbproduction.com/ Listen to Crooked Road at the link here: https://www.musicforthesoul.org/resources/crooked-road/
Episode 59: The Beauty of Healing Dance With Tara Young
Dec 20 2023
Episode 59: The Beauty of Healing Dance With Tara Young
We have often talked about the healing power of music and its ability to draw us closer to God to find hope and healing. Dancing offers another form of healing and grace to those facing physical, mental, or spiritual hardships.   That is why we are so excited this week to talk with Choreographer and Assistant Director of the Wings to Fly Dance Company, Tara Young about the beauty and healing of dance. Tara believes that everyone should have the opportunity to dance and has worked to help those with disabilities find their "wings to fly" so that they can experience the beauty of dance. She explains how she has seen first hand the impact it has, not only on the children and young adults living with these disabilities, but also the able body performers who volunteer to help them.   Tara also talks about how the healing process requires patience, and that when it comes to recovery, time almost becomes suspended. However, we should not despair in this, because all things work together for God's glory and He is with us to show that in all things, there is hope and healing.   Who is Tara Young? Tara Young has been involved with dance for most of her life, traveling the world from Singapore to Japan, before returning to the United States to pursue helping people heal through dance and physical therapy. Tara is also an Assistant Director of The Wings To Fly Dance Company, a nonprofit dance company that provides a unique opportunity for integration through dance and movement with dancers with and without disabilities. Resources: Our listeners can watch Tara's award winning choreography of She Loves to Move with Wings to Fly at the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N30K87-Pefw You can also reach out to contact Tara directly by emailing her at tarawatsu@gmail.com
Episode 58: The Life Changing Power of Storytelling with Author and Radio Host Chris Fabry
Dec 13 2023
Episode 58: The Life Changing Power of Storytelling with Author and Radio Host Chris Fabry
We have talked many times on this podcast about the transformational power songwriting holds. However, the same is true with the world of storytelling. Novels have the abilities to not only help us empathize with those living different lives for us, but can also help put into words what we are walking through ourselves.   That is why we are honored to have award-winning author and radio host, Chris Fabry, on this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. Chris shares his personal story of what led him to begin writing as an author and how he has been able to publish over 70 books throughout his career. He also talks about his latest book, Saving Grayson, which tells the story of a detective suffering from dementia. Chris explains how fictional stories can still leave deep, impactful thoughts and emotions with the reader, especially if it is a topic that they are familiar with.   Chris is gifted not only in the written word, but in speaking as well, so we HIGHLY encourage you to give this episode a listen!   Who is Chris Fabry? Chris Fabry is an award-winning author and radio personality who hosts the daily program Chris Fabry Live on Moody Radio. He is also heard on Love Worth Finding, Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman, and other radio programs. A 1982 graduate of the W. Page Pitt School of Journalism at Marshall University and a native of West Virginia, Chris and his wife, Andrea, now live in Arizona and are the parents of nine children. Chris has also published more than 70 books, ranging from nonfiction and film novelizations, including the Kendrick brothers' War Room and Overcomer, to novels for children and young adults. He coauthored the Left Behind: The Kids series with Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye, as well as the Red Rock Mysteries and The Wormling series with Jerry B. Jenkins. RPM is his latest series for kids and explores the exciting world of NASCAR. Resources: Our listeners can order Chris's new book, Saving Grayson, using the link to his website here: https://chrisfabry.com/adult-fiction/saving-grayson You can also learn more about Chris's work on over 70 books, learn about his radio show on Moody Radio, and more on his website: https://www.chrisfabry.com/
Episode 53: Learning to Pray for Our Kids with Award Winning Songwriter Tony Wood
Dec 13 2023
Episode 53: Learning to Pray for Our Kids with Award Winning Songwriter Tony Wood
As parents, we all want the best for our children as they grow up. So how can we learn to pray for our children not just in the current moment, but also for their future?   We are so blessed to welcome Award winning songwriter and author Tony Wood back to the Music for the Soul Podcast. Tony shares details from his latest book Lord, Help Me Pray for My Kids: 365 Heartfelt Prayers for Parents and how he began learning to pray for his children and grandchildren.   Tony talks about how the desire to write this book began when he started journaling prayers for his daughters, and how he realized the importance of thoughtful prayer for his children as they grew up. He also designed these prayers to be starting points of conversation with God for every day of the year and explains that prayer is a powerful tool that God uses to commune with us.   Who is Tony Wood? Tony Wood is a Dove Award nominee for “Songwriter of the Year” and is a five time Dove Award winner. He is the writer of 30 #1 songs at Christian radio. He began writing songs in high school for friends to sing at various churches in the community. He continued writing for the local church while a student at Averett College. After graduation, Tony and his wife Terri moved to Nashville in order to pursue songwriting professionally. In 1991, he signed his first publishing deal with Michael Puryear at Lorenz Creative Services/BMG Music Publishing. He has since written for Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing and Essential Music Publishing. To date, over 800 of Tony’s songs have been recorded and released in the Contemporary Christian Music Market.  Resources: Our listeners can purchase Tony's new book, Lord, Help Me Pray for My Kids: 365 Heartfelt Prayers for Parents, wherever books are sold online including the Amazon link here: www.amazon.com/Lord-Help-Pray-Kids-Heartfelt/dp/1646070992 You can also learn more about Tony's work, listen to samples of all his work including his work on the Music for the Soul library, and contact Tony on his website: www.tonywoodonline.com
Episode 55: A Life in Music with Recording Engineer with Kent Hooper
Dec 13 2023
Episode 55: A Life in Music with Recording Engineer with Kent Hooper
Creating music is rarely something that happens over night. It is a journey through a lifetime of connections, memories and experiences. So what does that journey look like for those who walk it?   We are so excited to have Grammy nominated, award winning recording engineer Kent Hooper on today's episode fo the Music for the Soul Podcast. Kent breaks down his decades of experience working in the music industry, what drew him to becoming a recording engineer, and the things he's learned from working with some of the biggest names in music.    Kent also describes how his faith with the Lord led him to Nashville and why his philosophy for music focuses on doing exceptional work rather than chasing big names. If you are interested in looking behind the curtain in music production, we highly recommend this episode!   Who is Kent Hooper? A pianist since age 4 and self proclaimed nerd, Grammy nominated engineer/producer Kent Hooper has the rare ability to be equal parts creative and technical. This unique combination allows Kent to find the voice and sound of each artist he works with, while doing so in a timely manner and on budget. His studio, the house of BIG, is a cutting edge facility in Franklin, TN that provides equal parts comfort and sonic excellence.  Resources: Listen to all of the songs Kent Hooper has worked on for Music for the Soul at the link here: www.musicforthesoul.org/product_musicians/kent-hooper
Episode 54: Finding Courage and Confidence in Midlife with Author Dawn Damon
Nov 15 2023
Episode 54: Finding Courage and Confidence in Midlife with Author Dawn Damon
Reaching midlife can be a challenge for all of us. We become introspective and wonder "have I done all I've wanted to do with my life?" How can we transition into our midlife with confidence and find the courage to take charge of what God has in store for us?   We are so excited to welcome Best Selling Author Dawn Damon back to the Music for the Soul Podcast. Dawn shares excerpts from her new book, The Making of a BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence, and Vision in Midlife, and how we can step into the brilliance that God has laid out for our life. She explains that often times we are faced with self-doubt, guilt and confliction when we reach midlife. So to combat those emotions, Dawn walks us through her acronym of B.R.A.V.E and tells us that we don't have to slow down living out our life simply because we've reached our "middle age."   Who are Dawn Damon? Dawn Damon is an Influencer, Global Communicator, Podcaster, High Performance Coach, and Best-Selling Author whose 5 award- winning books, include “When a Woman You Love Was Abused” published by Kregel Publications, “When the Woman Abused Was Me”, “The Freedom Challenge:60 Days to Untie the Cords that Bind You” Redemption Press, and most recently the #1 Best-Selling Book “The Freedom Challenge for Men: 60 Days to Untie the Cords that Bind You.” Dawn is the founder and CEO of Brave New Dawn and the BraveHearted Woman, an enterprise and a non-profit designed to cultivate the vision of women dreamers, and equip them to live their best life. Resources: Our listeners can purchase Dawn's new book, The Making of a BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence, and Vision in Midlife, by visiting the Amazon link here: www.amazon.com/Making-BraveHearted-Woman-Courage-Confidence/dp/1962705013/ You can also check out all of her resources, her podcast, and more by visiting her website: www.dawndamon.com
Episode 52: Finding the Joys of God's Creation through the Arts with Jeff and Linda Crossan
Nov 1 2023
Episode 52: Finding the Joys of God's Creation through the Arts with Jeff and Linda Crossan
One of the most vivid and inspiring ways God reveals himself to us is through creativity. So how can we channel that creativity into our own lives? How can artistic media like painting, pottery, and songwriting create a deep spiritual connection with God?   We are so excited to have Jeff and Linda Crossan on this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast to share their experiences creating a variety of art and why it has been impactful to their spiritual life. Jeff and Linda also talk about how art can be a great reflection on life, because even when things don't fall perfectly into place, there is always a way to take what you have and turn it into something beautiful.    Who are Jeff and Linda Crossan? Jeff Crossan is an award-winning, Emmy-nominated songwriter. His hit songs include the number one country tune,“You’re Gonna Ruin My Bad Reputation,” which received a BMI Million Air Award.A graduate of the University of Richmond with a degree in journalism, he is a former newspaper reporter/photographer, music journalist and syndicated radio writer. For several years his cartoons appeared in the Presbyterian Voice. His wife Linda Crossan is a commercial artist, who has worked for a wide range of companies including The Walt Disney Company, Hanna Barbera and Levi Strauss & Company. More recently, her focus has been on painting, sculpture, and ceramics with some time spent creating Liturgical Art for worship.  Resources: Our listeners can find Jeff's contributions to Music for the Soul on our website at www.musicforthesoul.org/product_musicians/jeff-crossan and you can also find his other music and his childrens book on his Amazon page at www.amazon.com/stores/Jeff-Crossan/author/B00NY6CEQ0 To learn more about Linda's art and where to see her works, visit her website: www.crowsthreestudio.com