Space of Grace Podcast

In this episode we discuss "Christian Dating 101", with special guests Imani Hunter and John Abarca, who help to unravel the ups and downs of dating today, in addition to providing tips on what healthy relationships should look like. Questions discussed during this episode:

1. Why do we make Christian dating so difficult?
2. How fast is too fast?
3. What are your thoughts on "the chase"-the man's role in the pursuit?
4. Should you be marriage focused or friend focused when dating?
5. Should Christian women pursue guys or wait to be found?
6. Why is it important to become whole first before entering into a relationship?
7. How to work through being single, when all of your friends are cuffed?

Imani Hunter is a worship singer, speaker, and podcast host.  She birthed her brand/ministry “Purposely Transforming” in March of 2019. She encourages others through God’s word and her life experiences to change on purpose and live a life surrendered to God. Imani loves to encourage others to be intentional about every decision they make in life and become all that God created them to be.

Connect with Imani here: https://linktr.ee/purposelytransforming

John Abarca is a Young Adult Ministry Director at Calvary Assembly of God. Born and raised in Rochester, New York. He graduated from Geneva College in 2016 and has worked at Calvary for the past 3 and a half years with both college students and young professionals. Oh sure! Just didn’t know what you wanted, you can leave out the other part if you want! “I love working with Young Adults because of the amazing questions they ask. I get to work with people who want to grow in their faith and truly understand the God that they love.” 

Connect with John here: instagram.com/john.abarca12

In this episode we discuss "The Power in Overcoming", with Stephanie Mearse who is a published Author, Motivational Speaker, Radio Show and Podcast. Stephanie Mearse has worked with Desert Capital Management Group as a Vice President since 2014. Stephanie has a BA in Business Management and an MBA in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. She has been a professional in Marketing for over 15 years. In 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 she received the company's Top Performer Award for her commitment to excellence and outstanding performance. As a published author of "Women of Perfection; Perfectly Imperfect" she talks about how in today's society women are expected to be perfect with Pinterest and social media, but the reality is we are killing ourselves with the need of obtaining this perfection. In the book it speaks to what is the cause of this need for perfection and how can we overcome these boundaries and fears to become who we dream to be. As a Speaker, she speaks to women and men about breaking out of these fears and boundaries and achieve goals. Stephanie has a radio talk show on Sacramento's Money 105.5 as well as a podcast "Empower Hour" on Spotify. Stephanie is co-Founder of Empower Hour (Women's Networking Group) and helps women and children off of the streets. Connect with Stephanie Mearse here: https://sephaniemearse.com 

In this episode we discuss "Sports & Faith", with Noah Corsten (Sports Ministry Resident at Watermark Wesleyan Church) and Bjorn Webb (Sports & Fitness Ministry Director at Watermark Wesleyan Church) who are the founders of the Sweat Room podcast, where they discuss faith, sports and leadership. They dig deep into the 3 Gs: Get it Got it Give; their way of relating sports to faith and the journeys one takes as they continue to grow in excellence through physical and spiritual training. Connect with Noah Corsten and Bjorn Webb here: https://linktr.ee/sweatroom?fbclid=IwAR3JzW2RzrU0F_0iFtdxkLLQuVbimThq4jo7lddYvDpsEXdLQ24K72NID_g 

In this episode we discuss "The Road to Inner Healing", by Dominick and Victoria Garcia who founded Pure Love + Health Ministries in 2016 when they launched their first Purity + Peace small group in their attic apartment. It was evident that people needed safe places to talk about taboo topics, insecurities, hurts and failures without being judged. God opened doors for Purity + Peace to grow, and DJ and Vikki knew the movement to help hurting people heal was bigger than just a small group Bible study. From there, the ministry has flourished into what it is today; a movement and a community. Connect with the Garcia Family here: https://www.purityandpeace.com

In this episode we discuss "Dating with Purpose", with special guest Jessica Chow, going into detail regarding the benefits of dating intentionally with God at the focus, in order to produce healthy, thriving, relationships that lead to long lasting Kingdom marriages! Jessica Chow is the founder of the 31:30 Beloved ministry: "Charm is deceptive, beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised" (Proverbs 31:30).  She wants to share with the world how God is moving within the entertainment industry is through His rising army of artists. "There are actors, models, singers, dancers, fashionista, and so much more ALL here to serve the kingdom of heaven. The good Lord blessed + entrusts us with [[ SO MANY ]] gifts + talents ➡️ We collectively hope to use them all for His glory. We are salts to this earth and we have a ONE MAN audience. Jesus is my savior, not my religion" ~ Jessica Chow

Connect with Jessica here: https://linktr.ee/_jessicachow

In this episode we discuss the "Journey of Faith", with special guest Zach Windahl, who considers himself to be a supernormal person that serves a supernatural God. He created and designed the Bible Study which will help you build a firm foundation of your faith over the next year, helping you grow in ways you never thought were possible. He is obsessed with motivating the people around him to live their best life imaginable and loves to create things that help people grow closer to God, develop a deeper connection to their communities, and develop a tribe of joyful individuals throughout the world. Connect with Zach Windahl here: www.thebrandsunday.com

Join us for this episode with special guests, Caneisha Berry, who is a certified relationship life coach and Founder of Berry Thoughtful Life Coaching. Her goal is to empower professional women to live a life full of purpose, passion, and fulfillment. Caneisha uses emotional awareness to lead her clients to the confidence they need to overcome fear, self-doubt, and the negative self-talk that's keeping them from the life of their dreams. On this episode, we discuss the importance of having a "Miracle Mindset", coined by the one and only Caneisha Berry! Make sure to connect with her and subscribe to her website berrythoughtfullife.com and you’ll receive her FREE ebook “Miracle Mindset”.

Join us for this episode which discusses more about our journey to grace, through the creation of our podcast, Space of Grace. In addition, you will get to know more about Brya and Ashellee as your hosts. Tune in! 

At Space of Grace, we desire for people to make room to encounter the wisdom and power of God in their lives, to allow them to bloom where they are planted. This podcast is for everyday people, regardless of background. Brya Potter and Ashellee Spears, are creating a space for people to share their truth, wisdom, and to receive from others. Some topics that the podcast will focus on are faith, relationships, education, health and wellness, navigating the 21st century as a person of color, financial freedom and so much more! Tune in and join our community! New Episodes every Monday.