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In this episode of the More to Be Podcast, Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett consider what it means to be salt and light in this world as they study Matthew 5:1-16. This part opens with considering the Beatitudes and how to apply the Scriptures to everyday faith.HighlightsAs we obey, He will bless us. He promises us that. - AngelaThe promise of the blessing is in the struggle. - ElisaGod's blessings are not results oriented, but based on His nature. - AngelaGod has done. God is doing. God will do. - AngelaYou are and you are becoming. You are in and you are moving. - ElisaThe idea of nourishing people physically is really about nurturing people spiritually. - AngelaConnect with UsElisa on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and the More to Be TribeAngela on Instagram, Facebook,Twitter, Pinterest and Everyday WelcomeThanks for listening! We appreciate your reviews and spreading the word about our podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of the More to Be Podcast, co-hosts Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett finish a 3-part discussion on the topic of mentoring drawing from Titus 2:3-5 and 11-15.HIGHLIGHTSAre we living in a way that honors God, pursuing devotion to Him, and embracing our salvation? - ElisaAs a believing woman of God, do not allow yourself to wallow in the mess. - AngelaWalk in, live in, show your future hope. - AngelaThe beauty isn’t in the mess, but in the redemption of the mess. - ElisaGod has redeemed us, He is redeeming us, He is fully redeeming us on the day of resurrection. - Angela.REFLECTION GUIDE & RESOURCESDownload this episode's Reflection Guide here.Want to grow as a mentor? Be sure to check out the Impact Mentor Training Course (special discounted price for podcast listeners) built upon the principles found in Impact Together: Biblical Mentoring Simplified. If you're looking for mentoring for yourself, the Biblical Mentoring Intensive is perfect for you.Looking for practical ways to weave men

In this episode of the More to Be Podcast, co-hosts Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett continue a 3-part discussion on the topic of mentoring drawing from Titus 2:3-5 and 11-15.HIGHLIGHTSHow are we focusing on honoring God, not perfectly but purposefully? - ElisaLoving is hard. We have to learn how to do it well by watching others. - ElisaSometimes the best mentoring example we set is when we say “no.” - AngelaYou’re always the mentor while also being the mentee. - ElisaREFLECTION GUIDE & RESOURCESDownload this episode's Reflection Guide here.Want to grow as a mentor? Be sure to check out the Impact Mentor Training Course (special discounted price for podcast listeners) built upon the principles found in Impact Together: Biblical Mentoring Simplified. If you're looking for mentoring for yourself, the Biblical Mentoring Intensive is perfect for you.Looking for practical ways to weave mentoring into your everyday routines?  Grab Angela's ebook Everyday Welcome for recipes, inspir

In this episode of the More to Be Podcast, co-hosts Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett begin a 3-part discussion on the topic of mentoring drawing from Titus 2:3-5 and 11-15.HIGHLIGHTSI wasn't a fan of mentoring. It scared the daylights out of me to have someone speak into my life. - ElisaGod began to show me that I had a circle of mentors around me. - ElisaMentoring is about a mindset. - AngelaMentoring is about following Christ distinctly. - ElisaThere is a place in a mentoring relationship for advice, but first you have to develop the relationship. - Elisa PulliamYou don't have to have it all together, but have your heart eager before the Lord. - AngelaMaybe we overcomplicate mentoring because we think of it as a title rather than a mission. - ElisaREFLECTION GUIDE & RESOURCESDownload this episode's Reflection Guide here.Want to grow as a mentor? Be sure to check out the Impact Mentor Training Course (special discounted price for podcast listeners) built upon the principles found in Impact Together: Bibl

In this departure from the usual podcast co-hosted by Angela Sackett and Elisa Pulliam, Elisa is joined by her daughter, Leah Pulliam, a college girl discovering how to own her faith for herself. Together, they chat about what shaped Leah's childhood and how finishing her first semester of college has impacted her life. Leah relays how Ephesians 5:8-16 motivates her to own her faith and the practical steps she's taking towards developing sound theology while moving out of her comfort zone in how she expresses her faith.HIGHLIGHTSI wasn't living for Jesus. I was living for their approval. - Leah PulliamI have to be careful to not be too comfortable in my faith. - Leah PulliamMentoring our daughters is about giving them space to process out loud. - Elisa PulliamWe love the emotional and feel good, but when we are confronted with our own sins and issues, we shy away from it because it means we have to change. - LeahChange is something that should happen in your Christian walk. - Elisa Pu

In this episode, your hosts Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett, continue to unpack the principles of Biblical hospitality through considering Titus 2:7, Romans 12:9-12, 1 Peter 4:7-11, Hebrews 13:1, and Ephesians 2:7.HIGHLIGHTSIt's out of your longing, hunger, and lonely places that you can create welcome for others. - AngelaWe learn enough information by age 6 to shape us for the rest of your lives. - ElisaCome, sit, be fed, because that reflects the heart of God. - ElisaWhen it comes to hospitality, look for what is happening around you and don't get stuck in your heads. - AngelaWhat if you focused on the common areas and keep the private quarters private?GET THIS EPISODE’S REFLECTION GUIDETo get a download a copy of this episode's reflection guide and challenge questions, click here.RESOURCESWould you like to discover how to make hospitality simple? Angela is passionate about how God can use our hospitality as a vehicle to share His love with others. Grab the ebook Everyday Welcome f

In this episode, your hosts Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett, consider the principles of Biblical hospitality through looking at Titus 2:7, Romans 12:9-12, 1 Peter 4:7-11, and Hebrews 13:1.HIGHLIGHTS & REFLECTION GUIDEWe have to really love the person we’re inviting in. – AngelaLove and hospitality go hand in hand. – ElisaThe end goal is not to have a perfect house . . . the goal is to love. – AngelaHospitality is participating in the work God has given you to do, even if you don’t like it. – ElisaShow up. Give love. Serve. And use your gifts. – AngelaGET THIS EPISODE’S REFLECTION GUIDETo get a download a copy of this episode's reflection guide and challenge questions, click here.RESOURCESWould you like to discover how to make hospitality simple? Angela is passionate about how God can use our hospitality as a vehicle to share His love with others. Grab the ebook Everyday Welcome for recipes, inspiration, and insight into how you can open your heart and home to serve Him. 

In this episode, your hosts, Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett, continue discussing the idea of having soul strength and unpacking portions from Ephesians 3. HighlightsEven good friendships cannot sustain us; we need need to be fed by the Word. - AngelaChrist will make His home in your heart as you trust Him.We cultivate soul-strength through time in the Word. - ElisaBeing made new is a process of reflecting God’s artistry and living out His calling.There are some days when reading the Word is work; there are other days we won’t want to go anywhere else. - AngelaThe Word of God does not live in hardened soil . . . in hardened hearts.It’s not a matter of how much we digest, but how consistently we digest God’s Word. - ElisaTo download the reflection guide, click here.Additional ResourcesCraving accountability to inspire you to grow in your faith? Join the More to Be tribe in our Facebook group and chat with Elisa about how the Biblical Mentoring Intensive is a perfec

In this episode, your hosts, Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett, dig into the idea of being “Soul Strong.” Listen in to hear Lisa share a personal story and delve into Ephesians 3:14-21.HighlightsSometimes we need to preach the truth to ourselves.- AngelaWe want to command a situation emotionally, and not have us come undone.I have to run filled by the power of the Holy Spirit. - ElisaAre we on our knees asking God for His strength?The first step in harnessing that spiritual power we’re looking for is to ask God. -  ElisaHaving a group of women around us to pray with is a powerful resource in building our soul strength.We may willingly admit we can’t do it all, but we are the daughters of the One who can. - AngelaTo download a copy of the reflection guide, click here.Additional ResourcesCraving accountability to inspire you to grow in your faith? Join the More to Be tribe in our Facebook group and chat with Elisa about how the Biblical Mentoring Intensive is a perfec

In this episode, your hosts, Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett, discuss the topic “Be Made New.” Listen in to hear Angela share her personal story and talk about God’s working in making us new, through Ephesians 2:1-10. HighlightsWe can dance in this truth - in Christ, we are no longer dead - we are ALIVE. - AngelaWe “were dead” - DOA - without Christ, and God breathed life into us.Sometimes we are so close to our own story, it doesn’t make sense; we need to step back to see God’s design of our lives. - ElisaBeing made new is a process of reflecting God’s artistry and living out His calling.We literally are the artwork of our maker - the Artist. You can see the mark of the Maker. - AngelaWe need to live in community with others who will challenge us to walk in the transformation God is calling us to.Are we looking at our tapestry from the vantage point of God? - ElisaWe reflect His artistry, and we have a purpose in the Kingdom and the lives of others.”- AngelaRefle

In this episode, your hosts, Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett, discuss the topic “Be Made New.” Angela shares a little of her life and faith story as they unpack Ephesians 2:1-10 together.HighlightsHe longs for us to come to him, to be drawn to His transforming work in our lives. -AngelaGod’s working is not based on fear, or on emotional highs and lows.God, what is the story of my life; what is the story that you’re telling? -ElisaSpiritual healing comes as we grow in a biblical understanding of God and the Christian life.I want to walk as a woman of God, of tenderness, of humility, of repentance. -AngelaGod can use the deeply invested, sacrificial love of His people to reach into hearts and lives, as a vehicle for His transformation.God is the common denominator who is about the business of transforming our understanding of His love throughout our lives. - ElisaGod’s word is a series of stories illustrating that His love is poured out through hardships and blessings.What was, what is

In this episode, your hosts, Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett, continue chatting on the topic, “Be Transformed.”  Continuing in her personal story, Elisa introduces the idea of “Trap and Transform" building from the principles found in 2 Corinthians 10:5 and Romans 12:2.Highlights & Reflection GuideWe have to move ourselves out of the habit of just reacting and move into being response - able. -ElisaTrap: 2 Corinthians 10:5 - Actively shutting down lies that contradict His Word!Transform: Romans 12:2 - Letting God change our thinking and thereby change our living.More to Be is not about doing more, but becoming more like Jesus. - ElisaWe need be responding to and thinking about life through the lens of Scripture.We need to put away what is not true, and to consume what is true. (“Eat good food, not junk food,” physically and spiritually!) - AngelaWe need to “take off” the old nature to walk into the “new nature” in Christ.Being transfor

In this episode, your hosts, Elisa Pulliam and Angela Sackett, introduce the More to Be Podcast and discuss the topic “Be Transformed.” Listen in to hear Elisa's personal testimony of transformation and dive into Colossians 3:3-17 together.HighlightsA crisis of faith may lead us to personal salvation and relationship with Jesus.“I had to find out who Jesus was if I was going to live like Him.” - ElisaJesus wants to heal us, to transform our hardened heart to flesh.“There is struggle involved sometimes in yielding to the path God has for you.” - AngelaSalvation and sanctification are necessary parts of our transformation process.“The wounding is fueling the old nature that we need to die to rather than setting us up to live in the new nature that Christ has secured for us.” - ElisaTransformation does not happen overnight but over the long haul.“It is an ongoing process of taking action to put away what is not true and consume what is true.” - AngelaOur transformation means co

Are you longing for real life change and lasting impact? It is possible through a fresh encounter with God and His Word. And we're here to help you discover that truth on the More to Be podcast debuting in January 2018. Your co-hosts, Angela Sackett, of Everyday Welcome (also known as SaletLux.com), and Elisa Pulliam, the founder of More to Be, are joining together to bring you a fresh dose of hope and solid biblical teaching to help you think biblically and live authentically - to be more like Jesus - as you seek to join God in His work every day. If you're ready for the kind of encouragement that fills your heart and mind with truth and motivates you to pursue a deeper relationship with God and greater application of the Word in every part of your life, then this podcast is for you. To make sure you don't miss an episode, join our email list at moretobe.com/podcast/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.