Jesus Boost

Are you finding it challenging to return to church after the pandemic? This episode shares what I love about our faith, my church family and our God. Listen now as I share the joy of being in a loving relationship with our Creator, then pass it on! 

Kick off the summer with steps to simplify, relax, enjoy the wealth of blessings that already belong to you and stay connected to Jesus. Now is the season to prioritize what's important, let go of what's not and savor the simple pleasures. Listen now and have a blessed day! 

Things are heating up outside and dehydration is a real threat, to us physically and spiritually. Don't let the after affects of the Covid pandemic dry up your faith life. We all need water to stay alive, to grow and to bear fruit. Let this episode nourish your body and soul, and boost your commitment to stay hydrated with the limitless Living Water of Jesus.  

God breathed man into being, Jesus breathed the Holy Spirit into man. Man is meant to breathe the Spirit of love, peace, justice into the world each day and not waste or take the sacred gift of breath for granted. Plus this episode gives tips for connecting the physical and spiritual benefits of deep breathing by providing a specific practice to cleanse, purify and saturate the soul with God's amazing grace. 

Awed by the power, beauty and strength of the ocean on my little vacation this week.  So incredible to be in God's presence, feeling the misty touch of his love, and understanding the meaning of Fear of the Lord.  LIsten to the thunder of His power on this brief episode and view video of the humungous waves on Facebook at Be Strong Ministries and Instagram @jesusboostpodcast.  

God created man with a need for sleep. He rested on the seventh day, and Jesus directed the disciples to rest. They know the true value of rest but modern man seems to ignore these calls.  Listen now to a scriptural reflection on rest, how Jesus can help, and why it is so important, both physically and spiritually.  

Experience the abundance of God's blessings with an openness of heart, mind, body and soul. Taste and see the goodness of the Lord like never before. Learn, grow and live more fully by being open and ready to receive.  

No need to carry the weight of the world on your shoulders, when you have a partner willing to share the load. This Jesus Boost reassures you of God's presence, explains how to flip the switch, offers encouragement from a loving Lord, and gives practical tips on how to live a more balanced life.

The Bible tells us God has a plan for our lives, but why is it so difficult to figure out? Listen for tips on how to discover your purpose and what ordinary people can do when they are open and obedient to the stirrings of the heart. 

We can't take it with us. All the stuff we acquire. It's temporary, replaceable and not important, as those in a fire have learned. It can all burn as long as the people and pets are ok. Relationships are what matter, especially the one with Jesus.  His love is true treasure, happy are those who know and embrace it.  

Oh Happy Day! Jesus washed our sins away! Rejoice with me and celebrate our Savior who opened the gates of heaven! This enthusiastic episode shares why holy week is called The Passion of Christ, why our hearts should sing with praise and thanks, and steps to live more joyfully with passion starting now! 

Humility is the mother of all virtues, says Mother Theresa. Jesus said to humbly value others above ourselves. In this world of hustle, success, and individualism, how do we balance ambition with humility? Listen now, breathe in More of God, breathe out Less of me, with key action steps to be more humble and kind. 

Need a boost, step into God's magnificence revealed in nature. Join the angels, the stars, the animals and mountains, in praising the Creator! And remember the Lord's most beloved work of art, YOU, His child. Skillfully crafted by the work of His hands. Experience all of God's creation with a new awareness, and let the peace of Christ settle in your soul as His love surrounds, embraces and comforts you through nature.

God shares His goodness, His God-ness with us each day. Time to open our hearts and count our blessings, giving thanks, and focusing on how we can be a blessing to others.  

Are you able to recognize God's amazing grace in your own life? Get a better understanding of what grace actually is, how to notice it more easily, and receive it more readily! Our God is a generous God. Listen now for a boost from Jesus. 

One thing is certain, while people and things can be taken away, God is our steadfast, true and solid rock, never wavering in his love for us, always faithful, and always there to help us on this journey.  The Lord is our eternal rock, our refuge, our stronghold. A solid relationship with Christ will get us through any situation, and lead us to eternal life. Let this podcast help you reduce anxiety, and give you a boost of grace to carry on with strength and joy for the journey. 

We all need mercy, whether we realize it or not. And to be merciful, well that's just plain hard when we have been wronged. This beautiful boost from Jesus will refuel the spirit, cleanse the soul and share a few examples of true mercy in action. Listen now and look forward to a special episode with one of Pope Francis's Missionaries of Mercy, Father Mark Wiesner, later this week. 

The pandemic has taken a toll physically and socially. Let's remember the good times, think about our true friends and nurture those cherished relationships. Spread a little love and affection this Valentine's week, and give thanks to Jesus for His forever friendship which is like no other!

It's coming up a lot these days. What does justice really mean and how important is it to God? Turns out, very important. Listen now for a boost from Jesus to help clarify what we can and should be doing about justice in our world today. 

Scripture scholars tell us compassion is the central quality of God in the bible. Since it's so important to Him, it should be important to us. Listen to this episode for strategies to develop a more compassionate heart, and examples of how to demonstrate active concern for those suffering by giving freely. Watch as your heart grows as result, since compassion is just as beautiful for the giver as it is for the recipient.

Preaching about faith is a lot easier than living it.  Listen to a few examples of how this young woman faced serious challenges, several familiar to many of us, but chased the fear away with faith. Be inspired and informed with resources that may help you too through some truly difficult times.  Recommended books: Life Without Lack by Dallas Willard. Recommended scriptures: Proverbs 2:4, Psalm 23, Matthew 11:28.  Listen now!

How do we have certainty in things we cannot see or prove? Listen to this episode. Be renewed with the spirit of Jesus to boost your faith, chase away fear and show the world the fruits of your faith with acts of love and charity.  Plus an inspiring Christian song at the end!

Get outside, feel the sun, know that Jesus is shining his light down on you and every precious child on this earth because He loves you, personally, intensely and eternally.  You are never alone. Just like the sun rises each day, so will Jesus be by your side. Listen now for ways to ask him for a boost to refuel the inner fire so you can go forward with peace, strength and energy to light up this world with love. Plus a great Christian song at the end!

You can control the way you choose to look at things. Listen to this podcast for tips on how to take the Victor perspective and grow. Ask Jesus to give you a boost by seeing opportunity in adversity, giving thanks in all circumstances and trusting in His presence and everlasting love.

Time to lean on Jesus to teach us and lead us in the direction of righteousness, justice and love.  Opening our hearts and minds to God through prayer, and the wisdom literature of the bible, specifically the book of Proverbs.  Through these we can refresh the soul, reduce stress, and add peace into life. By asking Jesus first for wisdom, decision-making becomes easier, and by trusting in the Lord even when we don't understand, life becomes bearable. Listen now to be empowered, and to prayerfully bless others with the gift of wisdom. 

2020 taught us that life is short. Let's use our time wisely by having a direction and goals. With Jesus's help we can tune in to God's will, embrace our gifts and navigate the course to a purposeful, productive future. Listen to this episode for tips on how to prepare for 2021 with passion and confidence, relying upon the Lord to walk with us every step of the way!

Christmas is the celebration of Jesus' birth, so what's the best gift for the birthday boy? What will make him happiest? It's simple. LOVE. Love is the reason Jesus came, and the lesson that He taught us. Listen to how people have demonstrated love in action and be inspired to do the same. Together, with Jesus, we can bring LOVE and JOY to the world even in 2020. 

This Jesus Boost will help you recognize how blessed you are to experience God's glory all around on a daily basis, in nature, in people, in random acts of kindness and more.  Tis the season to joyfully anticipate the celebration of Jesus's birth, life and presence with us, as we open our eyes and hearts to the splendor and magnificence of his Glory!

The pandemic is wearing us down. New lock downs make it hard to carry on.  Why go through this alone when you can have help, support and strength from God's unlimited supply? Let Jesus give you a boost to be strong and courageous. Listen for three easy steps, God's word and uplifting encouragement to get you through these difficult times. 

With Thanksgiving upon us, enjoy this time to slow down, reflect on your blessings, and take a closer look at how gratitude can change your life. Join me as we call on Jesus to open the eyes of our hearts to contemplate the good things that have come from this pandemic, and give thanks for the unique gifts that appeal to  our senses. Gain insights into the scientifically proven ways that people who practice gratitude are happier, healthier and stronger. 

As we approach Thanksgiving our focus shifts to food and family. What better time to talk about nourishment! During this pandemic, we need spiritual nuggets to keep us sane, healthy, and strong.  Munch on these suggestions to consume more spiritual nourishment, avoid depleting habits and prepare ourselves for whatever is to come.

2020 is a challenging year, how do we carry on with one difficulty after another? This Jesus Boost shares personal stories along with inspiration from MLK Jr., Marie Curie and God's word to empower you, plus practical tips to find direction, strength and joy in the journey.

Where do we turn when we feel like all hope is lost? How do we hang on to hope through the most difficult challenges? Take a few moments to reflect on what it takes to stay strong and hopeful and learn some of the hidden benefits that hope and optimism can bring to your life.  

During these crazy times where can we find peace? What do we need to do? This down to earth talk combines present day circumstances with reflections on God's word and how to realistically approach the stress we face each day.  Apply the lessons and rest in the peace that comes from connecting with and trusting in the Prince of Peace, Jesus. 

I'm Lisa Tolido. Let me tell you a little about myself, this podcast and why starting your day with a little help from Jesus can make all the difference! 

Be inspired and empowered with the infinite source of strength and love, Jesus. We'll explore how Jesus can help everyone's life today with relevant topics, infused with words of wisdom from scripture, interviews with modern day Christian leaders and life lessons learned by a sister in faith.  One thing's for sure, anything and everything is better with a boost from Jesus.