068 : The Fight Against Human Trafficking w/ Britney Higgs

068 : The Fight Against Human Trafficking w/ Britney Higgs

In this episode, Kait and Maddie have a conversation with Founder, and CEO of HER Campaign, Britney Higgs. Britney shares her story of how the Lord grabbed hold of her heart and began to unfold His plan for her life in ways she could have never imagined. Britney walks us through how she was exposed to human trafficking in Iraq and how her heart was broken for the cause coming back to the US. Alongside her husband, Sammy, she established HER Campaign in 2016 to provide aftercare programs and support for survivors in their journey from recovery to economic independence. Her story is one of bold faith and obedience, and her prayer is that you walk away from this conversation with a new, deeper understanding that human trafficking is happening all around us, and it is the churches job to be the hands and feet of Jesus to survivors.

067 : Sandpaper Moments Are For Smoothing Out Our Edges w/ Martha Metzler

In this episode, Kaitlin and Maddie have a deep conversation with their guest, Martha Metzler. Martha is a licensed psychotherapist and seminary graduate who is a dedicated advocate for mental health and faith in her community. Martha speaks on a book she recently wrote called Sandpaper Moments: Growing through Life's Friction with Grit and Grace. She walks us through the heart behind her book, what sandpaper moments look like, and how to overcome those moments from a faith perspective. Martha, Maddie, and Kaitlin chat about hard moments, taking thoughts captive, being rooted in scripture, and what it truly looks like to live in surrender on a daily basis. You will leave this conversation taking a breath of fresh air and being reminded that you can live freely in the tension between the hard and the goodness of God, knowing that your identity and hope is always found in Him. Connect with Martha here : @marthametzler Her book : https://www.amazon.com/Sandpaper-Moments-Growing-Through-Friction/dp/B0D8XNGQHN/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8#customerReviews If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Refined Sisterhood community, join our facebook group here. https://www.facebook.com/groups/therefinedsisterhood/ Follow along: https://www.instagram.com/therefinedsisterhood/ https://www.instagram.com/maddiekturner/ https://www.instagram.com/kaitlinfaithhaines/ Website :: therefinedsisterhood.com Music : Gold Dust - Instrumental Version by To The Valley

066 : Finding Hope Even In The "Not Yet" Seasons w/ Elizabeth Sustar

In this episode, Maddie & Kaitlin get a front row seat to Elizabeth Sustar's story where she shares a message of honest hope: that God is faithful, still speaks, and always finishes what He starts. Having been through deep trials and still treading through a wilderness season, Elizabeth talks about how the Lord has provided and shown up in small and big ways through their trials. She has full faith and hope that God isn't done writing their story and knows that He always fulfills His promises. Her story is one that will encourage you whether you are in a waiting season, going through hardship, or just simply wondering where God is in your season of life. you will leave this episode feeling so hopeful, knowing that God isn't done writing your story. Connect with Elizabeth here : Instagram - @elizabethsustar ; TikTok - @elizabethturnersu If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Refined Sisterhood community, join our facebook group here. https://www.facebook.com/groups/therefinedsisterhood/ Follow along: https://www.instagram.com/therefinedsisterhood/ https://www.instagram.com/maddiekturner/ https://www.instagram.com/kaitlinfaithhaines/ Website :: therefinedsisterhood.com Music : Gold Dust - Instrumental Version by To The Valley

065 : A New Season Of Obedience

In this episode, Maddie and Kaitlin share a raw conversation about where their hearts are, life updates, and some thoughts about the future of The Refined Sisterhood. This is an episode that will give you a little boost of real life and will also encourage you to walk in obedience in your own life, even if that means laying things down at the feet of Jesus that you see as "good." We love you, friend! Thank you for listening!

064 : When You're Obedient With A Little, He Can Trust You With Much w/ Rachel McDermott

In this episode, Maddie and Kait chat with a special guest, Rachel McDermott! Rachel is a bubbly, joyful, filled-with-Jesus girl who has an incredible story. From moments of hardship to moments of increase, her story is one that is so unique and carries the hand of God's grace and goodness all throughout. As a business owner, wife, and future mom who was born and raised in Canada, Rachel walks us through her story and all of the amazing ways God has provided for, blessed, and blown her mind over the years. This is an episode that will leave you encouraged and excited for what God has planned for your life! Connect with Rachel here : @mrsrachelmcdermott @yescoffeeco If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Refined Sisterhood community, join our facebook group here.https://www.facebook.com/groups/therefinedsisterhood/ Follow along:https://www.instagram.com/therefinedsisterhood/https://www.instagram.com/maddiekturner/https://www.instagram.com/kaitlinfaithhaines/ Website :: therefinedsisterhood.com Music : Gold Dust - Instrumental Version by To The Valley