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July 3, 2023
Independence Day: Reflecting on the Principles that Define America
Download a Transcript In this episode: In this special Independence Day episode, Michelle reflects on the principles that make America unique and the ongoing journey of personal growth and a different mindset. She explores the importance of embracing open-mindedness, recognizing the value of diversity, and fostering an environment of respectful dialogue. Michelle encourages listeners to critically evaluate their own beliefs and embrace the ever-evolving journey of life r...
June 29, 2023
Unexpected Difficulties an Opportunity to Grow
Download a Transcript In this episode: In this episode of "Life Repurposed," Michelle discusses the concept of starting over after facing unexpected difficulties. Drawing from her own experiences and biblical wisdom, Michelle shares practical steps for finding hope and purpose in the midst of life's challenges. She explores the importance of surrendering burdens to God, seeking support from Christian communities, and embracing new opportunities.
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June 22, 2023
Renewed Hope after Surviving Tragic Loss | Kaitlyn Odom Fiedler
In this episode: Kaitlyn Odom Fiedler shares her personal journey of finding hope and healing in Christ after a tragic loss of her parents and four siblings and emphasizes the importance of being intentional with children in teaching them about God. She also encourages others to allow themselves to carry grief with them and not feel ashamed for still feeling sad after months or even years. Join Michelle and Kaitlyn in this touching conversation about faith, loss, and healing.
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Navigating Online Echo Chambers: Embracing Authenticity in a Polarized Digital World
Download a Transcript In this episode: In this episode Michelle discusses the challenges of expressing opinions on social media and offers strategies for fostering positive dialogue and building a digital community rooted in love, respect, and unity. She shares practical tips for navigating negative reactions online, seeking out diverse perspectives, and prioritizing mental and emotional well-being. Join in an inspiring conversation on repurposing social media for positi...
June 8, 2023
Starting Over: Andrea Gribble’s Story from Job Loss to Mompreneur
In this episode: On this episode Andrea Gribble talks about her journey from losing her job to starting over in a completely new career path, finding a niche in social media management, and professional development for school social media champions. Andrea shares her personal challenges, including potentially losing her home, but ultimately realizing that it was a blessing in disguise. She also reflects on her faith journey and how it has helped her overcome anxiety and uncertainty, emphasizi...
June 1, 2023
Repurposed Focus: Deeper Relationships by Showing Interest Others
In this episode: In this episode, Michelle shares the power of focusing on others rather than ourselves. As Christians, we are called to lead a life of love, compassion, and selflessness. However, it can be easy to forget the needs of those around us and become consumed with our own lives. Michelle shares personal challenges and practical ways to shift our focus, such as taking a genuine interest in someone's day, actively listening, and lending a helping hand. Focusing on others opens our he...
May 25, 2023
Root Causes of Disordered Eating: Understanding Lies, Brokenness, and Vulnerability | Jennifer Smith Lane
In this episode: In this episode of Life Repurposed, Michelle and Jennifer delve into the root causes of disordered eating habits and body dissatisfaction, discussing the emotional and mental health problems that often give rise to eating disorders. Jennifer’s ministry work and use of biblical teachings as a source of emotional and spiritual healing provide hope and inspiration for individuals struggling with disordered eating or looking to transform their lives.
About Jennifer Smith Lane:...May 18, 2023
Balancing Perfectionism and Humility
In this episode: On this episode of Life Repurposed, host Michelle Rayburn shares exciting news about the new podcast season and the release of her new 6-week Bible study, Renewed. She talks about letting go of pride that keeps popping up in new areas. In addition, the episode explores resources various end-time theologies and their impact on Christians' beliefs in a segment about what Michelle is currently reading or putting in her earbuds.
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April 21, 2023
The Remade Bible Study Series Has Launched
I'm happy to share that the first book in the REMADE series has launched! This series is all about the message of 2 Corinthians 5:17: Anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!
Each book in the REMADE series centers around lessons titled with words that begin with "re" and contains a main lesson and five "micro studies" for each week. Use as with a group or on your own over six weeks, twelve weeks, or as long as you'd like to take! Bo...
November 3, 2022
10 Life Lessons from Season 5 of Life Repurposed
In this episode: This is episode 150 of Life Repurposed. This week, I’m wrapping up season 5 and celebrating some milestones for the show. The episode includes 10 life-repurposed lessons I learned from guests this season, plus some other favorites.
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Highlights from Season 5If you scroll through the last season, you’ll find other favorites of mine.
Bonnie Gray talked about a culture of loneliness and growing up in Chinatown, San Francisco. Episode 130Katie Leigh (Connie from Adventures in Odyssey) was the one episode my son actually listened to this year. Episode 136Clarissa Moll on losing her husband while on vacation and being a young widow. Episode 139Robin W Pearson - my new favorite fiction author. Episode 147Janell Wood on faith questions and helping others find their way through their questions. Episode 148Gina Stinson’s story of losing her dad at a young age and getting a loving stepfather (second good gift) after many years. Episode 14010 Life Lessons from Season 5Your spiritual growth habits are your own, and they don’t have to look like someone else’s. From Gwen Jackson (ep. 135).We never stop working on relationships, especially marriage. Episode 132, Cynthia Ruchti.The broken pieces in our story are not the ending. They are just chapters in the story. Jennifer Watson shared that in episode 137. Hallways (and hallway moments) have a purpose. Tracy Steel talked about them in episode 149.Tragedy doesn’t have to be the end of all good things. Tricia Zody talked in episode 143 about how God reminded her she could have another beautiful life after losing her husband.You can love Jesus and unsubscribe from what isn’t like him. Amy Fritz talked in episode 141 about untangling Christ from Christian culture and seeing that they aren’t one in the same.Whether or not you’re on social media, it will affect your life. Chris Martin talked in episode 134 about how even his grandmother who isn’t on social media hears about stories from friends and family, and it changes her. We use social media, but we don’t let it use us.Do the thing that would make your life count. Jerry Dugan started off the year with episode 124 and getting out of a rut.As long as you’re moving forward, you can pivot. Esther Littlefield talked about this in episode 126. She also talked about not being a cookie cutter of someone else.Cake is not good or bad. And you’re not good or bad for eating it. In episode 142, Erin Todd talked about intuitive eating and getting out of the idea that food choices are moral choices.Episode Sponsor
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