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Keeping Hope

Keeping Hope

By Stuart & Melissa McPherson

Let’s be honest, life can be tough sometimes. We have dreams, goals, and expectations, and it always seems, without fail, that something will come up and try to put a stop to all of that. In this podcast we will address all the hurdles life likes to throw our way to kill our dreams and goals, and what we pray you’ll get out of this, is no matter what obstacles come your way, keep hope!
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010-"The Prayer Life"

Keeping HopeOct 26, 2022

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010-"The Prayer Life"

010-"The Prayer Life"

We are excited to bring you another throwback from our Life In Rhythm days. In this episode, we talk about the prayer life. Sometimes, it can be hard to find time for it, but with intentionality you can make the prayer life a part of your life. 

Oct 26, 202240:09
009-"Speak LORD, Your Servant Is Listening"

009-"Speak LORD, Your Servant Is Listening"

In week 1 of our mini series on listening for God's voice in our lives, we talk about the importance of making ourselves available to hear the voice of God. 


This weeks challenge: Before you start your day, before you grab your phone, ask the LORD to speak to you, and only leave that moment once you feel in your spirit you have been released to start the day. 

Oct 17, 202231:45
008-Hearing God's Voice In Our Lives

008-Hearing God's Voice In Our Lives

God has taken us on a crazy journey, but we would say, without a doubt, we knew God was leading us the entire time. In this episode we are kicking off a new series of episodes exploring all the ways God speaks to us as His kids. Enjoy the stories, and enjoy the episode and what's to come. 

Oct 10, 202234:27
007-Keeping Realistic Expectations When Traveling With Littles.

007-Keeping Realistic Expectations When Traveling With Littles.

Traveling with littles is hard. We have had our share of experience wit this as we have had to travel a lot either for fun, or to see family that live far away from us. This also means we have tons of experience of allowing wrong expectations to cause havoc on what should be memorable trips as a family. Enjoy this episode as we share how to keep realistic expectations when traveling with littles. 

Oct 03, 202232:03
006-It's Important To Make Time For Rest!

006-It's Important To Make Time For Rest!

We are coming off a quick overnight vacation as a family and this episode from the Life In Rhythm days came flooding into my head. check out this re-broadcast of an earlier episode and on the importance of making time for rest. 

Sep 26, 202238:09
005-Mom & dad, You Are Not Failures!

005-Mom & dad, You Are Not Failures!

Parenting is super tough, and sometimes you might feel like you are a failure of a parent, especially if you overreact to your toddler just being a toddler (insert guilty face). In this episode, Stuart and Melissa reflect on their own parenting journey to this point. 

Sep 19, 202233:04
004-Community

004-Community

community is a reflection of God's heart. It is important to find and be apart of community. In this episode we talk about our journey in finding community, even in the most unlikeliest of places. 

Sep 12, 202238:41
003-Back To School

003-Back To School

We have entered into a nw season as young parents. Our first born has started pre-school!!!!! In this episode we share our reflections form this past week as we step into this new season, and also share some hopeful thoughts for you when you enter into your new seasons of life. 


Keep Hope!

Sep 05, 202236:11
002: You asked!

002: You asked!

We gave you the opportunity to get to know us a little bit better. So you asked, we answered. Enjoy this Q&A episode.

Aug 29, 202232:48
001-Always Keep Hope!

001-Always Keep Hope!

We are back, and we are bringing something new to you! Welcome to the "Keeping Hope" podcast. In this podcast we are talking about anything and everything life related, and how to keep hope alive even when things try to get in the way of your dreams and goals. Join us every Monday, as we bring you tips and tricks to what we have learned to keep hope alive in our lives, even when all hope seems lost. Thank you for listening, and Keep Hope!

Aug 22, 202212:21
017-"No Excuse"

017-"No Excuse"

Stuart and Melissa are back to talk about what has been going on in their lives and what new rhythms they have had to find and adjust to. The reality is life will always throw us a curveball and we have to be ready to adjust to the new rhythms we have to develop. You have to know your essentials so those things never get sacrificed or left behind in the new things.
Nov 22, 202126:06
016-"WISDOM"

016-"WISDOM"

Where do you go to for wisdom for all of life's decisions? the Bible clearly says that we have generous father who is ready to pass onto us wisdom as long as we ask for it. Have you been in need of wisdom lately, and if so, did you go to God for it?
May 31, 202124:54
015-"OUR STORIES"

015-"OUR STORIES"

Your testimony is one of the greatest weapons in your arsenal to play your part in defeating our great enemy Satan. Getting comfortable sharing it, no matter how it reads so far, is one step we all need to take in sharing the good news of Jesus.

Spend sometime working on breaking down your testimony to 2 minutes. It's not your job to save people, just to introduce the to who Jesus is, and what he has done for your life.
Feb 08, 202125:34
014-"WITHHOLDING THE ROD"

014-"WITHHOLDING THE ROD"

In this episode Stuart and Melissa dive into the book of Proverbs to talk about disciplining your children.
Jan 25, 202126:26
013- "GODLY WISDOM"

013- "GODLY WISDOM"

In this episode, Melissa and Stuart talk about the importance of seeking God's wisdom in being parents and for everyday life.
Jan 11, 202130:10
PEACE: AN ADVENT SERIES!

PEACE: AN ADVENT SERIES!

We come to the conclusion of our advent series focusing on the word peace. It seems hard to believe that nay of us can experience peace in this crazy world with a pandemic and the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, but advent points to the peace that only Jesus can provide. We hope that you will take time to pause this holiday season and sit in the peace of Jesus.

Dec 21, 202009:11
LOVE & JOY: AN ADVENT SERIES!

LOVE & JOY: AN ADVENT SERIES!

This week we look for ways to live out joy and love in this holiday season. 

Dec 14, 202008:13
FAITH: AN ADVENT SERIES

FAITH: AN ADVENT SERIES

WEEK 2 OF THIS ADVENT SERIES FOCUSES ON THE IDEA OF FAITH. WE PRAY YOU WOULD PUT YOUR FAITH IN JESUS TODAY.

Dec 07, 202008:13
HOPE: AN ADVENT SERIES
Nov 30, 202017:24
012-"ARROWS"

012-"ARROWS"

The blessing that comes with being a parent also comes with a reminder that the kids we have really belong to the LORD. It is our responsibility as parents to raise up the best Kingdom warriors we possibly can, in the time that they are entrusted to us. As hard as it is to believe, God loves our kids more than we do, but that should also remind us about how great His love is for us!
"Mom Up" -Kara Kae James
"Through The Eyes Of A Lion" -Levi Lusko
Nov 23, 202040:33
011-RYAN & KELSI COLE: "BEAUTY FOR ASHES"

011-RYAN & KELSI COLE: "BEAUTY FOR ASHES"

In this episode of the Life In Rhythm Podcast, Stuart and Melissa sit down to talk with their friends Ryan and Kelsi Cole, to talk about their journey of pregnancy loss and how God is in the middle of redeeming their story. Part of the redemption has come in the form of an organization that was formed by Kelsi and one of her friends, a non-profit called Foreknown Ministries. Foreknown Ministries aims to walk alongside families facing their own pregnancy loss journey.
To speak with the Cole's or anyone from Foreknown, be sure to follow the link from above, or text them at 719-626-8486.
God is in the business of turning beauty out of ashes. No matter how your story reads, give it to God and let Him write a masterpiece out of it!
Nov 09, 202001:11:47
010- "KINGDOM INDEPENDENT"

010- "KINGDOM INDEPENDENT"

Stuart and Melissa sit down to talk about the politically charged season and what that means for them when it comes to their faith and their family.
Oct 26, 202047:32
009-"THIS IS HALLOWEEN"

009-"THIS IS HALLOWEEN"

In this episode Stuart and Melissa talk about their top 5 favorite candies, and tell us what is the worlds top 5 favorite Halloween candies. They also walk down memory lane the it comes to their favorite Halloween memories, and discuss how, as Christian parents, do you talk to your kids about the Halloween season.
Oct 12, 202034:14
008-"Q&A's WITH STU AND MELISSA"

008-"Q&A's WITH STU AND MELISSA"

In this episode Stuart and Melissa answer a series of random questions.
Sep 28, 202036:50
007- "DON'T WAIT"

007- "DON'T WAIT"

Time may not be on our side, but actually working against us.
Aug 24, 202024:54
006-"Breaking The Nutrition Funk"

006-"Breaking The Nutrition Funk"

My Fitness Pal

What Happens In Your Body When you Fast?
Jul 27, 202035:04
005-"RHYTHM IN TRANSITION"

005-"RHYTHM IN TRANSITION"

We all face transitions in our lives, but can we find rhythm in the transition?
Jul 13, 202037:12
004-"MEMORY LANE WITH DAD"

004-"MEMORY LANE WITH DAD"

Happy Father's Day to all of the dads out there.
In this episode Stuart and Melissa share their favorite memories they have with their dads and how you as a parent (present or future) can make some sweet memories with your kids that they will always remember.
Jun 22, 202023:48
003-"Rhythm of Rest"

003-"Rhythm of Rest"

Rest is a tricky thing to build into our lives. In this episode Melissa and Stuart talk about the rhythm of rest and how to practically build it into our lives.

Christian Planner
Jun 08, 202036:31
002-THE MIZELL'S: "WORK AND FAMILY"

002-THE MIZELL'S: "WORK AND FAMILY"

Our dear friends, Matt and Ashten Mizell, sit down with us today to talk about work and family. A little give and take is needed, but rhythm can be established in both areas.
May 25, 202048:48
001-LIFE IN RHYTHM: "THE RHYTHM OF PRAYER"

001-LIFE IN RHYTHM: "THE RHYTHM OF PRAYER"

Why does it seem like finding time to pray can be so tricky at times? What even is prayer?!?
In this episode we will talk about what prayer is, some helpful tips, and why you should build it into the rhythm of your life and the life of your family!

SHOW RESOURCES:
Five-Year Journal
"Dangerous Prayers" Reading plan: Craig Groeschel
May 11, 202040:18
000-Stuart & Melissa McPherson "Welcome To Life In Rhythm"

000-Stuart & Melissa McPherson "Welcome To Life In Rhythm"

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Apr 17, 202003:17