Episode 7: Do What You Say

Episode 11: Sisterhood - Larcia C. & Gloria H.

We weren’t created to do life alone. In this episode of The Courage Podcast, we dive into the beauty, strength, and purpose of biblical sisterhood. From celebrating each other’s victories to carrying one another through life’s hardest seasons, true community is one of God’s greatest gifts.

Episode 10: Neediness - Joy Cowart

What comes to mind when you hear the word needy? Clingy. Dramatic. Insecure. Draining. Most of us recoil at the very idea. We are fluent in "I'm good," "I got it," and "I can handle it." We will carry every grocery bag, squish the bread, lose circulation in our fingers before we ask for help. And yet, somewhere underneath all of that self-sufficiency is a soul that is desperate, panting, and running on empty. Join us for this recording of Joy Cowarts session on Neediness. Link to Show Notes Here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y_4RenjTIwkawSAdM_JI3FDOTRw_CdaE8fbqS6REEY8/edit?usp=sharing]

Episode 9: Session at Courage Conference - Brandy D.

In this opening session, Pastor Brandy invites you to slow down and let God speak to what is really going on beneath the surface. If you have been carrying pressure, feeling heavy, leading while tired, or trying to keep it all together, this message is for you. Pastor Brandy reminds us that God is not asking us to perform for Him. He is inviting us to be honest with Him, surrender fully, and let the Holy Spirit do a deeper work in our hearts. This episode will encourage you to lead from a healthier place, walk with Jesus more honestly, and trust that God is working even in the parts of your life no one else sees. Key themes: spiritual health, surrender, leadership, emotional honesty, healing, and the work of the Holy Spirit. Link to Show Notes Here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y_4RenjTIwkawSAdM_JI3FDOTRw_CdaE8fbqS6REEY8/edit?usp=sharing]

Episode 8: Legacy Storywork

Let’s be honest… most days we don’t feel like a masterpiece. We feel like a rough draft. A mess. A “paint-by-number” life that didn’t quite stay in the lines. But what if heaven doesn’t see you that way at all? In this episode, we unpack the truth of Bible in Ephesians 2:10—that you are God’s masterpiece, not His mistake. Not His backup plan. Not His “we’ll fix it later.” You were designed with intention, crafted with purpose, and created for impact. We lean into a powerful insight from Charles Spurgeon: every artist starts with the finished picture in mind. That means God already sees the completed version of your life—the healed version, the bold version, the purpose-filled version—even if you’re still in the messy middle. So here’s the real question: What kind of mark are you leaving? Because whether you realize it or not—you are creating something with your life. Every choice, every habit, every “yes” and “no” is shaping the legacy you leave behind. This episode will challenge you to: • Stop labeling yourself based on where you are right now • Start seeing yourself through the lens of the Master Artist • Get a vision for who God is calling you to become • Put in the daily work that turns potential into purpose You’re not here by accident. You’re not filler in someone else’s story. You are the artwork. And God doesn’t make nothing short of masterpieces. Big Idea: You don’t become a masterpiece by accident—you become one by surrendering to the Artist and showing up for the process. Key Scripture: Ephesians 2:10 (NLT) For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. So if you’ve been feeling stuck, overlooked, or unfinished… this one’s for you because You’re Not Random — You’re a Masterpiece! FULL SHOW NOTES - CLICK HERE [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y_4RenjTIwkawSAdM_JI3FDOTRw_CdaE8fbqS6REEY8/edit?usp=drivesdk]

Episode 7: Do What You Say

In this week’s episode of the Courage Collective podcast, Brandee leads a powerful and convicting conversation about integrity, intentionality, and the importance of following through on our words. Through personal stories, interactive reflection, and biblical teaching, she challenges us to examine where our “yes” doesn’t truly mean yes and our “no” doesn’t truly mean no. Click here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y_4RenjTIwkawSAdM_JI3FDOTRw_CdaE8fbqS6REEY8/edit?usp=drivesdk] for show notes