That's Why We're Friends

The One Where We Trust God With Our Yes

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.   If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it!  —---- This week on That’s Why We’re Friends… In this episode, we continue our conversation around biblical femininity by looking at the life and strength of Mary, the mother of Jesus. When we think about strength, we often picture confidence, power, or certainty. But Mary’s story shows us something different. Her strength was found in surrender, trust, prayer, and a willingness to say “yes” to God even when she didn’t fully understand what He was asking of her. We talk about what it means to keep our eyes fixed on God for our strength, the sacrifice that can come with walking closely with Him, and the sacred moments that happen when we choose obedience over comfort. Mary reminds us that God is not looking for perfection; He’s looking for willing hearts that trust His character enough to follow Him. This episode is an encouragement for anyone who feels unqualified, uncertain, or stretched thin. God doesn’t ask us to come to Him already perfected. He simply asks us to walk with Him as He sanctifies and strengthens us along the way. —------- To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies [https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies] Remember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on! Find us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/ [https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/] OR at  https://thatswhywerefriends.com/ [https://thatswhywerefriends.com/] And watch our episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends [https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends] *Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

The One With Rachel Joy

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.   If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it!  —---- This week on That’s Why We’re Friends… In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Joy from Sparrow Collective to talk about faith, freedom, obedience, and what happens when we simply give God our “yes.” Rachel shares the story behind the ministry God built through her - a beautiful testimony of how He can take ordinary obedience and create something far beyond what we could imagine. Together, we talk about walking by faith even when things feel uncertain, trusting God with the dreams He places in our hearts, and learning to hear His voice in the middle of life’s chaos. This conversation is a reminder that God is present in the small things, that Godly community matters deeply, and that being faithful is far more important than having everything figured out. When we’ve experienced the freedom of Jesus for ourselves, it naturally becomes our desire to see others walk in that same freedom too. If you’ve been holding back, waiting to feel “ready,” this episode will encourage you to trust that God can do anything with a surrendered heart. Get in touch with Rachel: On the gram: @rachelrjoy @_sparrowcollective https://www.sparrowcollective.org/ —------- To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies [https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies] Remember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on! Find us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/ [https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/] OR at  https://thatswhywerefriends.com/ [https://thatswhywerefriends.com/] And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends [https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends] *Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support.  **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

The One Where Strength Doesn’t Look Like Hustle

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.   If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it! —----This week on That’s Why We’re Friends… In this episode, we begin our conversation on the Proverbs 31 woman and what biblical femininity really looks like. For many women, this passage has felt overwhelming - like a list of expectations to live up to. But what if it was never meant to be that? We explore how the life of the Proverbs 31 woman isn’t about perfection or performance, but about a life lived faithfully over time. A life marked by serving others, honoring God, and stewarding what He’s given us. As we walk with the Lord, the fruit of the Spirit becomes evident - not through striving, but through abiding. And the longer we walk with Him, the more our trust grows, and our identity becomes secure. This conversation is an invitation to release pressure, embrace purpose, and see strength through a biblical lens. ---- To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link: https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies [https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies] Remember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on! Find us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/ [https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/] OR at  https://thatswhywerefriends.com/ [https://thatswhywerefriends.com/] And watch our episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends [https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends] *Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support.  **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

The One Where We Become What We Behold

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.   If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it!  —---- This week on That’s Why We’re Friends… What we behold is what we become, and that changes everything about how we approach our faith. In this episode, we talk about why transformation isn’t about trying harder or fixing our behavior, but about becoming so captivated by Jesus that change happens naturally. We unpack how everything else we look to for identity or stability eventually feels shaky and uncertain, because the world is constantly shifting the target. But Jesus is different…He is steady, unchanging, and a firm foundation we can build our lives on. If you’ve been striving to become “better” or feeling worn out trying to keep up, this conversation will re-center you on the One who actually transforms you from the inside out. —------- Want 30% off first order + up to $60 free gift at Thrive Market? Use this link: https://shop.thrivemarket.com/caraprice Get all the CLEAN MONDAY seasonings, protein powders & Gluten Free Ramen Kits here: https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950 [https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950] Cara's Favorite is the dairy free Ranch Seasoning Mix & Sara's Favorite is the Ramen Noodles!—------- Things we mentioned in this episode:  To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies [https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies] Remember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on! Find us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/ [https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/] OR at  https://thatswhywerefriends.com/ [https://thatswhywerefriends.com/] And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends [https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends] *Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.

The One With Taylor Cole

Thanks for joining us for this episode of That’s Why We’re Friends. The podcast is created for women in the oldish season of life, where we get real & vulnerable about all things faith, family, our bodies, health & everything in between.   If you’re looking for a space to laugh & cry about the real stuff, this is it!  —---- This week on That’s Why We’re Friends… In this episode, we’re joined by Taylor Cole, online campus pastor at Valley Creek Church, who shares how a hard season in her life reshaped the way she sees God. With a background in TV production and communications, Taylor brings a unique perspective to what it means to truly behold Jesus, not just as a concept, but as a lived, daily experience. We talk about how slowing down and noticing God in everyday moments allows His words and ways to take root in our hearts and overflow into how we live. Taylor shares how gratitude and curiosity led her to become fascinated with God again, why beholding is so much bigger than worship alone, and how creating margin for “holy interruptions” can open our eyes to Him in ways we might otherwise miss. This conversation is an invitation to step out of a formula and into a fuller experience of who God is. Follow / get in touch with Taylor:  Social Media Insta: @TravelwithTLC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorlcole/ Websites    TVwithTLC.com ValleyCreek.org/Online —------- Want 30% off first order + up to $60 free gift at Thrive Market? Use this link:https://shop.thrivemarket.com/caraprice Get all the CLEAN MONDAY seasonings, protein powders & Gluten Free Ramen Kits here: https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950 [https://cleanmondaymeals.com/cara6582950] Cara's Favorite is the dairy-free Ranch Seasoning Mix & Sara's Favorite is the Ramen Noodles! —------- Things we mentioned in this episode:  To get all the freebies we offer, follow this link:https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies [https://thatswhywerefriends.com/freebies] Remember to subscribe & follow so you never miss anything we’ve got going on! Find us on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/ [https://www.instagram.com/thatswhy_werefriends/] OR at  https://thatswhywerefriends.com/ [https://thatswhywerefriends.com/] And watch our episodes on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends [https://www.youtube.com/@thatswhywerefriends] *Note: this description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using or mention on the show. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.  We appreciate your support. **Intro/Outro music ‘Joy’ used with permission from Valley Creek Kids.