Where we dig into God’s Word to discover what it means and how we can live it out to bring God the glory. Through interviews we will discover different ways God has called different people to live out His Word so their lives are an act of worship.
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Does this Advent season feel heavy and hopeless? In this Advent episode of Life as Worship, Angela reflects honestly on the tension of the “week of hope” when life feels anything but hopeful. She talks about walking through a season where “the darkness seems to hang tight,” even as we sing about “a thrill of hope” and wait for the baby born in Beth…
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Gentleness and Respect: A Guide for Conversations
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41:48Conversations about our worldviews can be challenging. Learn how to navigate these conversations well by approaching them with gentleness and respect. Angela welcomes Jennifer Slattery, author, speaker, and co-host of the Faith Over Fear podcast, for a lively and deeply honest discussion on sharing faith in a skeptical world. Together, they unpack …
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Have you ever wondered how to experience peace when life feels like a tilt-a-whirl spinning out of control? Angela is joined by bestselling author, humorist, and speaker Debora Coty, whose “Bless Your Heart” devotional and beloved “Too Blessed to Be Stressed” series encourages millions. Together, they dive into Philippians 4:6-7, sharing honest sto…
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Has sorrow ever left you feeling weak? In this episode you will discover strength when grief wearies our souls. Angela welcomes author, speaker, and encourager Jackie Freeman to this episode of Life as Worship. Jackie is known for her heartfelt storytelling, spiritual wisdom, and unexpected joy found on the pickleball court and in God’s Word. Toget…
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Have you ever wondered if God really loves you? This week Jose Carrillo and I discuss how we are more than conquerors through the love of God. On this episode of Life as Worship, Angela sits down with Jose Carrillo, Sterling College campus pastor and local church pastor. Jose shares from Romans 8:37 on being “more than conquerors” through Christ’s …
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Ever felt worn out or wondered if you could truly let go of past hurts? On this episode of Life as Worship, Angela welcomes speaker and storyteller Rebekah Storey to dive deep into Isaiah 40:30-31—a powerful promise about finding new strength and hope when you’re exhausted or facing the challenge of forgiveness. Listen in for Scripture insight, rea…
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Has life ever left you thirsty? Like joy and peace are for others and you are on the outside looking in? Angela is joined by grace-filled truth-teller and podcast host Jennifer Sakata to reflect on the transformative power of grace in the story of the woman at the well (John 4:28). Jennifer unpacks how a single verse unlocks a message of liberation…
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Suffering and Eternal Glory, How Can Suffering Bring Glory?
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34:59What does it mean that suffering can bring eternal glory and how can that help us face suffering now? Join us this week as we seek to discover just that. Angela welcomes Christian author, lawyer, comedian, and jazz singer Lara Silverman to discuss an eternal perspective on suffering. Diagnosed with a rare, debilitating illness, widowed after a bitt…
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Delighting in God and Receiving the Desires of Our Hearts
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What Does God Require? Do Justice, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly
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47:25Sometimes it is hard to know what God wants from us...but He has told us. Join us as we discuss doing justice, loving mercy, and walking humbly. Angela is joined by Australian award-winning children’s author Penny Reeve to discuss Micah 6:8. Penny shares how this passage has shaped her ministry, advocacy work, and the “small sphere” acts of justice…
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I know that most of you are not fans of running. But God has given us each a race to run. The question is how can we run it well? Angela welcomes Dr. Whit Jordan—professor, deacon, husband, and father—to discuss one of Scripture’s most encouraging passages: Hebrews 12:1-2. Together, they explore what it means to run with endurance, to keep our eyes…
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Have you ever wonder what the abundant life Jesus offers really is and how to live it? Angela welcomes award-winning author, speaker, and retreat founder Robin Gerblick to discuss John 10:10. Robin shares her own story of deep loss, God’s faithful abundance, and the unmistakable ways God made this verse (and its promise) personal to her. Together, …
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Permissible and Beneficial: How God is Calling us to Live in Freedom
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35:19Have you ever struggled to decide what is the best decision? In some ways you want someone to give you all the answers and yet that checklist becomes a heavy burden. This week on the podcast we discuss how God is calling us to freedom as we discover the difference between what is beneficial and what is permissible. Angela is joined by Brandice Lard…
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But First God's Kingdom: Processing and Growing through Hard Seasons
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33:11Have you ever wondered how you will make it through a difficult season? Join me as we discuss how seeking God's kingdom first changes everything. Angela welcomes trainer and faith-filled speaker Natalie Harris to discuss Matthew 6:33. Natalie shares how realignment to God’s priorities—and not her own anxiety or striving—brought her hope, healing, a…
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Have you ever felt like life was hitting you like a hurricane? Did you long for something solid to stand upon or a refuge to run to? Author and travel enthusiast Shelley Picard joins Angela for a vibrant, hope-filled conversation anchored in Psalm 18:2—“The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer…” Shelley shares how, after a traumatic bra…
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Praising God When He Gives and When He Takes
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42:09What is your response when life is really hard? Do you shake your fist at God? Stiff-arm Him? Or do you worship Him even in the darkest times? Join me this week as Kelly Arena and I discuss how to worship God even in the darkness. Angela welcomes Florida-based speaker and ministry leader Kelly Arena for a powerful conversation anchored in Job 1:20-…
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Do you struggle to forgive? Maybe you have been through something horrific and you cannot imagine offering forgiveness. Join Deedy Tripp and I as we discuss forgiving through the power of the Holy Spirit. Deedy Tripp—conference speaker, Bible teacher, and survivor—is Angela’s guest for a vulnerable conversation about Jesus’ words in Matthew 6:14-15…
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Did you know that God is working in the midst of the chaos of life? He has a creative process to help you rebuild your life! Dawn Mann Sanders—Bible teacher, author of When Your World Ends, and associate minister and Director of Life Groups at FBCG International—joins Angela to explore Genesis 1:1-2 in a whole new light. Dawn shares how God’s creat…
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Finding Shelter Under the Wings of the Lord
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33:01Did you know that God promises not only to tenderly protect you like a mother bird, but also to give you the strong refuge of His faithful promises? Award-winning flash fiction writer and storyteller Meg Wilson joins Angela to explore the beauty of Psalm 91:4. Meg shares her personal journey of moving to a new place, facing loneliness, and discover…
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Have you ever wanted to tell others about God, but had no idea what to say? Join me this week as we talk about publishing God's good works. Crystal Mayo—storyteller, author, and Louisiana native—joins Angela to share the heart behind Psalm 96:3: “Publish His glorious deeds among the nations. Tell everyone about the amazing things He does.” Crystal’…
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Who told you about Jesus so that you came to faith in Him? Join us this week as we discuss how God has called us to go and tell so that others may believe! Dr. Travis Young—church planter, pastor, and longtime friend—joins Angela to unpack the powerful call of Romans 10:13-15. Together, they discuss what it means to be saved, the “chain of necessit…
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Our Source of Living Water: God's Presence
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44:11Has life ever felt dry and difficult? Did you know that Jesus promised streams of living water for all who believe in Him? Join us as we discuss the source of living water. Lisa Granger—host of A Woman’s Heart, radio personality, and encourager of women—joins Angela to explore the promise and invitation of John 7:38. Together, they unpack what it m…
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God Gives us All We Need...Can We Live Like it is True?
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48:31Have you ever wondered how you can do this life? And how in the world you can honor God while doing it? That is what we are talking about today! Susie Crosby—author, teacher, and co-host of the Understand Your Bible podcast—joins Angela to explore the hope and power found in 2 Peter 1:3-4. Susie shares how God’s promises have carried her through se…
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Trading Fear for Being Upheld in God's Hands
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41:01Have you ever been afraid and discouraged? Join Kelly Hall and I as we discuss how we can trade fear for the knowledge that God is holding us. Kelly Hall, host of the Unshakable Hope podcast, author, and Bible teacher, joins Angela to unpack the hope and comfort found in Isaiah 41:10 and 41:13. With honesty and warmth, Kelly shares how God’s promis…
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When it Seems Like We Can't, We Can Through Jesus
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33:36Have you ever been sure there is something you cannot do or you are just sure someone else should do it? Janet McHenry, award-winning author of 27 books (including PrayerWalk and Praying Personalities), joins Angela to explore the real meaning of Philippians 4:13. Janet shares how God’s strength has carried her through seasons of uncertainty, caree…
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Do you strive for perfection because you think that God will not love you if you are anything less? Join us this week as we discuss the freedom we can experience when we understand it is God who perfects us. Bethany Broderick, speaker and author of Perfected: Trading Shame and Striving for Wholeness in Christ, joins Angela for a deep dive into Hebr…
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How to Rejoice in Hope, Have Patience in Affliction, AND Stay Devoted to Prayer in Dark Times
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45:51Have you ever wondered how you would get through a deep dark season? Join us as we discuss how rejoicing in hope, persevering in affliction, and devoting yourself to prayer can help you through the dark times. Nicole Clark, founder of Twelve 12 Ministries and co-host of the Purpose Beyond Motherhood podcast, joins Angela to share her journey from p…
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Guarding the Deposit and Purpose God Entrusted to Us
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28:05Have you ever wondered if God has a purpose for you? Cassidy Cowin, a recent high school graduate and administrative assistant called to ministry, joins Angela to discuss 2 Timothy 1:14. In a season of waiting and discernment, Cassidy shares how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to guard the faith, gifts, and purpose God has entrusted to them. Thi…
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Courageously Trusting God with All Your Heart
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39:12Do you ever feel like fear or anxiety keep you from doing things? Sarah Griffiths Hu, author and speaker from British Columbia, joins Angela to discuss Proverbs 3:5-6 and her journey of learning to trust God through every season. With decades of ministry experience, Sarah shares how surrender, faith, and daily dependence on God have shaped her resi…
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Do you long for a life of peace? Join us this week as we discover how God gives us peace through His grace. Julie Sanders, partnership developer for Live Global and longtime friend of Angela, brings her global perspective and deep love for Romans to this episode. Together, they dig into Romans 5:20-21, exploring how God’s grace not only meets but o…
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Continually Growing Deeper in Relationship with Jesus
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47:20Has your relationship with God ever felt stagnant or shallow? Lisa Meiners, founder of Deeper Still Ministries, Christian speaker, author, and Bible teacher, joins Angela to explore Colossians 2:6-7. Lisa shares her passion for helping believers move beyond surface faith to a deeply rooted, overflowing life in Christ. Together, they discuss how spi…
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Kristi Lowe, host of the Even If podcast, joins Angela for a vulnerable and hope-filled conversation on Psalm 126:5-6. Kristi shares how grief, disappointment, and even “hot mess” seasons can be holy ground when we let God till our hearts and trust Him with our tears. Together, they explore how joy and sorrow often coexist, and how God’s faithfulne…
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Holding Unswervingly to Faith Even When...
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33:19Description Holly Piorkowski, counselor, infertility survivor, and leader with Twelve 12 Ministries, joins Angela to share her journey of holding fast to hope through heartbreak, loss, and the unexpected beauty of God’s faithfulness. Holly’s story and her life verse, Hebrews 10:23, offer practical encouragement for anyone struggling to see God’s ha…
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Ryan Scantling, senior pastor at Eastside Baptist Church and PhD candidate in evangelism, joins Angela to unpack Genesis 45:6-11. Through Joseph’s story, Ryan reveals how God both delivers and sustains us—even in life’s darkest valleys. Learn how this passage anchored Ryan through personal loss and reshaped his view of God’s faithfulness. Episode H…
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How to Thrive in Your Relationship with God
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36:45Kathy Howard, author, Bible teacher, and self-proclaimed “treasure hunter” of God’s Word, joins Angela to unpack Galatians 2:20. Kathy shares her journey from religious duty to a life transformed by Christ’s indwelling presence. Discover how dying to self and living by the Spirit brings true freedom, purpose, and radical obedience to God’s calling.…
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God Delights Over You, He Doesn't ONLY Tolerate You
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30:05Karen Dorsey, retired educator, author of Beach Beatitudes, and Bible teacher, joins Angela to unpack Zephaniah 3:17. Karen shares her journey from believing God merely “tolerated” her to discovering His fierce delight in her as His child. Learn how this verse silences lies of inadequacy, transforms identity, and empowers believers to live boldly i…
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How to Never Give Up Even if You Feel Broken
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37:14Laura Acuna, a speaker, author, Bible teacher, podcast host, and certified professional life coach, joins Angela to discuss 2 Corinthians 4:16-18. With over 23 years of experience as a women’s ministry leader and a degree in Christian counseling from Liberty University, Laura shares insights on keeping a kingdom perspective during difficult times a…
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Finding Hope through Power, Love, and Sound Mind
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34:13Amanda Scarborough, author of “A Beautiful War: Finding Hope in the Darkest Moments,” shares her powerful journey through perinatal and postpartum depression and how 2 Timothy 1:7 transformed her life. In this heartfelt conversation, Amanda reveals how God’s gifts of power, love, and sound mind helped her overcome debilitating fear and depression. …
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Episode 6: The Steadfast Love of the Lord Kim Cusimano, a collaborative author, mother of two special needs adults, and passionate minister to caregivers, joins Angela to discuss Lamentations 3:22-23 and its impact on believers’ lives. With her focus on inspiring people of all abilities and bringing small groups together, Kim shares insights on God…
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Episode 5: Chosen to Produce Fruit Na’Kedra Rodgers, a Christian motivational speaker, teacher, author, entrepreneur, and conference host from Fort Worth, Texas, joins Angela to discuss John 15:16 and its impact on believers’ lives. With her tagline “Living life out loud and encouraging women to live optimistically,” Na’Kedra shares insights on rec…
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Life as Worship - Episode 4: Anticipating God’s Goodness on EarthIn this inspiring episode of Life as Worship, host Angela Mackey welcomes award-winning author and speaker Sara Cormany. Together, they delve into the profound message of Psalm 27:13, exploring how we can anticipate and recognize God’s goodness even in life’s most challenging moments.…
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Cortney Stanton joins me as we discuss Romans 10:9. What does it mean that we confess and are saved? How does that change the way we live our lives? Dig in with Cortney and I as we seek to live our lives as worship. Don't forget to sign-up for my newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/h3NafzBy Angela Mackey
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Podcast Guest: Cally Logan. We will be diving in deep to Galatians 5:25 and discovering what walking by the Spirit means and how God called Cally Logan to walk by the Spirit. Visit Cally at https://callylogan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/callylogan/ Life as Worship newsletter: http://eepurl.com/h3Nafz…
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Welcome. Find out what the Life as Worship Podcast is all about and learn to live your life as worship to God.By Angela Mackey
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