Posts in Most Popular
S6 Episode #8- Jehovah Nissi, The Lord Our Banner

It’s part 9 of our Names of God series! We are highlighting different names and character attributes of The Lord. Understanding who God is and who we are in Him are vital parts of walking in freedom and remaining rooting in who we are created to be. This week we are learning about  Jehovah Nissi– The Lord is our banner, our source of victory, He fights for us. In ancient times, a banner was a bare pole with a bright shining ornament that would sparkle in the sun. The Lord is the light that we shine into the world, and the world will recognize we are His by the light that we carry.

Read More
S6 Episode #7- Minda Corso

This week I am excited to welcome my neighbor and friend, Minda Corso, to the podcast! In this episode, Minda shares about the importance of seeking God and resting in His faithfulness, even in the midst of hard times. If you feel like you are walking through a fire right now (literally or figuratively), then Minda’s message of hope and encouragement is for you! Minda reminds us to trust God's plans, even when they don't align with their own expectations, and stay committed to reading and seeking God's Word.

Read More
S6 Episode #6- Jehovah Rapha, The Lord Our Healer

We’re back! This week Jes is sharing Part 8 of our Names of God series! We are highlighting different names and character attributes of The Lord. Understanding who God is and who we are in Him are vital parts of walking in freedom and remaining rooting in who we are created to be. This week we are learning about Jehovah Rapha (Ropheka)– He restores our souls, he is healer and solace. The healing power of The Lord has the ability to bring sweetness to the things in your life that were once bitter. The ultimate act of Jehovah Rapha, our Healer, is sending Jesus to die on the cross to bring healing and freedom from sin.

Read More
S6 Episode #4- Katie Newberg (Part 2)

This week we are honored to welcome Katie Newberg back to the show! Katie is a wedding photographer and blogger over at her site Bungalows & Olives! In this episode, Katie recaps the powerful testimony that she shared in Season 3, Episode 26 of the podcast, and she goes on to update us on the seemingly insurmountable challenges that she has faced since our last interview. Despite all of the odds stacked against her, Katie's story once again reminds us that nothing is impossible with God! You won't want to miss this story of hope, miracles, and overcoming the darkness! Also, stay tuned for some of our Christmas favorites at the end of the show.

Read More
S6 Episode #3- Laura Swisher

This week I’m excited to bring you my conversation with Laura Swisher. I was blown away by her vulnerability as she shared the struggles that she has walked through and the ways that God has shown up in her life to bring her a life of freedom and recovery. Laura serves as Executive Director for Seeds of Hope, a nonprofit organization that provides college scholarships to bright young leaders. Tune is as Laura reminds us about the love of the Father and His ability to meet us in our lowest moments and provide in ways that we could never have imagined on our own!

Read More
S6 Episode #2- Georgette Jackson

This week we are honored to welcome author, podcaster, and non-profit leader, Georgette Jackson to the podcast. Georgette is the founder of Divine Rest, which provides guidance, support and housing for women who are in need of a fresh start. In this episode, Georgette shares how she walked through a heartbreaking story of loss, and found freedom, healing and joy in the midst of her grief. If you are longing for rest, walking through grief, or waiting to see God’s promises fulfilled, then this episode is for you! 

Read More
S6 Episode #1 - Welcome to Season 6 with Jes Biondo

Welcome to Season Six!! We are so excited to start a new season in the podcast and in life. Tune in to hear an exciting (and long-awaited) life update from Jes, and a message of hope about Jehovah Jireh– God as our Provider, the One Who Sees to It. Jes shares that the very thing that God provides to fulfill our needs is not a thing at all– rather, it’s Himself. We hope you walk away from this episode knowing that you have access to the peace, power and presence of the God of the Universe. He will always provide a way for His promises to be true. He did not promise that life would be easy, but HE did promise that He would never leave you nor forsake you.

Read More
S3 Episode #26- Katie Newberg

We are so excited to welcome photographer and blogger Katie Newberg to the show! Katie has walked through many struggles in her life, and today she shares her powerful testimony of the goodness and kindness of God in the big and small ways throughout every step of the journey. She reminds us that God is the only one who truly knows our needs and He alone has the resources to meet them.

Read More
S3 Episode #22- Pam Tebow

This week we are thrilled to welcome Pam Tebow to the show! Pam shares her story of the hope that she has found in The Lord throughout each season of her life. She reminds us that there will be challenges and difficult situations that we didn’t sign up for, but we serve a big God! God can use it all for His plan. Pam gives us powerful encouragement for how to overcome bitterness and keep our hope rooted in Him-- our resurrected Lord-- not in our circumstances.

Read More
S3 Episode #19- Lori Shoults

This week we are excited to welcome Lori Shoults to the show! Lori is trained in spiritual direction and the Enneagram-- both things we love to chat about here at Collected! For the past few years she has been working to develop The Ignatian Journey: A Contemporary Approach to the Spiritual Exercises, a 32-week online experience that launches this Fall! In this episode, Lori shares some powerful truths about who we are in The Lord!

Read More
S3 Episode #16- Alexis Girvan

This week we are excited to welcome Alexis Girvan to the show! Alexis is a Soul Coach, writer, and people development consultant; she helps us remember and reflect on the work of God in our lives and so that we my align our steps accordingly. Join us as we dive into topics of soul care, sabbath, gratitude, The Enneagram, listening for The Lord, and singleness!

Read More
S3 Episode #15- Jen Pollock Michel

This week we welcome Jen Pollock Michel, author of A Habit Called Faith: 40 Days in the Bible to Find and Follow Jesus, to the show! Jen shares, "Your story has a place in the grand narrative that God is writing for all of humanity. Your story matters and is meant to be remembered." Jen reminds us of the power of our stories, how to navigate the wilderness, and how to cultivate the habit of listening to God.

Read More
Episode #41- Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters

Demi-Leigh is determined, compassionate, and #UNBREAKABLE. She was crowned Miss South Africa and then Miss Universe in 2017. During that time she received self-defense training that allowed her to escape when she was carjacked and almost kidnapped that same year. Demi then went on to deliver the same training to women around the world through the #UNBREAKABLE movement. In our interview, Demi shares her story and gets real about times of transition, grieving with hope, and the responsibility of leveraging her platform.

Read More