Flourish Podcast with Penny Tucci

Leading in Light of our Personal Frailties

Tue, 19 May 2026 06:00:00 -0000

We all have frailties in our lives. Often, we ignore them because we’re too busy, think they’re too small, too painful, or because pride, shame, and fear keep us from facing them. But we must be willing to place ourselves before the Lord to be healed. When we do, we become those oaks of righteousness that bring glory to God and restoration to others.

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A Word after Flourish

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:38:30 -0000

"I will fight and not let discouragement win the day." -Penny Tucci. All of us have to fight for what we know—what God has shown and taught us. He has been beyond faithful. When discouraging thoughts swirl, will you choose the Truth you know over what you feel?

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God’s Resume According to Him

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0000

God defines His glory as His goodness. When we lose sight of Him according to His own description—His lovingkindness, mercy, and compassion—we do so to our own detriment. But when we forget, we can look up, and be reminded of His smile over us and His immense goodness.

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Becoming New

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:57:52 -0000

You will never move out of personal misery into a healthier place if you’re locked in perpetual self-pity. Let go of what is behind and go after what is ahead. Pursue Him. Don’t surrender. Don’t quit. Strive to enter into His rest.

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Influencing From a Safe Place

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0000

God is a relational genius and I am His apprentice. It’s important to understand that needing the Lord desperately is a good thing, and our willingness to live there determines our ability to influence others on His behalf. God has a settled place of quiet and safety for you. As you remain close to Him, you become His mouthpiece, able to speak on His behalf because you know Him, His ways, and His faithfulness.

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Unity is Our Responsibility

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0000

Unity is created by being of the same mind, maintaining the same love, united in spirit, and intent on one purpose. Without this, a team ultimately becomes ineffective. Unity doesn’t just happen; it requires intentionality and commitment. Ask the Lord, “What does my role look like in bringing unity to this situation?”

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Our Relationship with Grown Kids

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Our relationship with our grown children should be marked by restoration, life, and peace. In this episode of the Flourish podcast (Our Relationship with Grown kids), Penny talks about how we can approach this through the acronym RESTORE: Respect their autonomy and ability to govern themselves. Embrace them wholeheartedly. Speak affirmation over their lives. Tenderness in your voice and kindness in your posture. Offer hope for their future. Release them from past failures, weaknesses, disappointments, and hurts. And ever make intercession for them, faithfully covering them in prayer.

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Enjoying Life

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Often, in our effort to be fruitful, we forget to slow down and notice the beauty and the miraculous all around us. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about ENJOYING LIFE. Take time to remember God's ability, His love, His compassion, and His strength to change us, as well as His desire for us to enjoy the life He’s given. Slow down and enjoy the wonder, the awe, and the miracles that surround your life.

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Friendship

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0000

What fragrant do you leave behind? In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about FRIENDSHIP. Is there room in your heart for others? When we know that we are truly loved by God, we can love fearlessly and have genuine, faithful friendships.

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What Does it Mean to be a Friend of God

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0000

We have to genuinely pursue God. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about what it means to be a friend of God. Intimate friendship with Jesus isn’t automatic—it grows out of trusting and obeying Him. That means obeying immediately, obeying even when it doesn’t make sense, obeying when there’s no visible personal gain, obeying despite potential pain, and obeying all the way to completion.

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Seek Peace and Pursue It

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Do you mingle kindness with truth when you bring correction to someone? In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about seeking and pursuing peace. Maintaining peace takes active, deliberate effort. It isn’t passive—it requires intentional actions that often include forgiveness and accountability. Relationships should be one of the greatest areas of growth in our lives. Within those relationships, humility and continual intentionality are required to pursue peace and to build others up.

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A Peace-Filled Christmas

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0000

"Our family traditions have created a beautiful sense of stability in the midst of whatever is going on around us."--Penny Tucci. As we enter this Christmas season, Penny encourages us that, no matter the challenges we face, we should pursue the things that lead to peace and build others up. This is a time to lean into the nearness of God, cherish family traditions, and connect with the people we love.

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Forgiveness Refresher

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Forgiveness is a recurring challenge—and a recurring call—in our lives.

How healthy is your heart? Is there anything seething beneath the surface? In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny gives a FORGIVENESS REFRESHER. When we hold onto unforgiveness, our capacity to love is hindered. We need to be honest and relentless in pursuing forgiveness. God wants us to go deeper and face the heart issue head-on. He sees our willingness to proactively forgive others not only as something He requires, but as something He rewards.

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Health and Wellness, pt2--with guest Rachel Bimber

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Often, when we make the right choice, our feelings will follow—rather than letting our feelings lead us. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, special guest Rachel Bimber shares insights on health and wellness from a Christian perspective. Start with small changes. Pick the most important next step. Once you’re consistent with that, make another change. Build rhythms that are predictable and sustainable. Find someone to walk this journey with you. And invite God into the process.

Ladies, connect with Rachel to learn more, ask questions, and be encouraged in your health in the Flourish Health and Wellness facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1C3tZYTYG2/

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Health and Wellness, pt1--with guest Rachel Bimber

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 07:30:46 -0000

We can honor God with our bodies so we can live with freedom and strength for our callings. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, special guest Rachel Bimber shares about health and wellness from a Christian perspective. She reminds us that it’s about stewardship, discipline, preparation for our calling, and seeing our bodies as a gift from God. It’s not about chasing perfection—it’s about living well so that we can pursue faithfulness.

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Pursuing Our Adult Children, pt2

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:46:19 -0000

Be careful not to assume just because you feel something. In this episode of the Flourish Podcast, Penny talks with her daughters-in-law about how to build strong, healthy relationships with your in-laws—supporting, encouraging, and championing them, seeing the best in them, being quick to forgive, seeking out their wisdom and insight, and treating them like your own family.

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Pursuing Our Adult Children, pt1

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:20:12 -0000

“There are times when we have to give the Holy Spirit room to do what only He can do.”—Penny Tucci

We need to be a place of kindness and truth for our kids. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Pursuing Our Adult Children, pt1. She reminds us that truth doesn’t have to be forced. It can be demonstrated by our life, attitude, choices, the fragment we leave behind.

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Walking in Honor, pt2 with Joan Crombie

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 06:23:45 -0000

When Jesus knelt to wash the feet of sinful men, He modeled honor.

We honor others out of honor for God. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, our special guest Joan Crombie continues the conversation on walking in honor. Honoring those who aren’t naturally honorable requires us to die to self, because it doesn’t come naturally—but you cannot truly show honor without first forgiving them.

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Marked by the Life and Death of Charlie Kirk

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 06:23:15 -0000

“In the midst of grief, something has started to shift.”—Penny Tucci

Today, Penny shares her heart and asks some thought-provoking questions in light of the murder of Charlie Kirk. Has our desire to be tolerant, kind, and embracing weakened our voice to some degree? Have we taken it so far that we have become passive? Are we so caught up in our day-to-day affairs that we have forgotten we are soldiers? It is time to reevaluate and reexamine our place on the wall.

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Walking in Honor, pt1 with Joan Crombie

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:19:59 -0000

Honor communicates an attitude that shapes how we relate to others.

God is after the atmosphere that honor creates in a home. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, our special guest Joan Crombie talks about walking in honor. Honor calls us to obedience with the right heart, encourages a willingness to listen and receive from others, values instruction and advice, and, as the family ages together, leads us to look after the needs of parents and care for them.

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Legitimately Pursuing God

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 05:48:19 -0000

Pursuing the Lord doesn’t happen passively, but takes intentional action.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we pulled one from the archieves where Penny talks about LEGITIMATELY PURSUING GOD. Sometimes we think that hearing from God should happen without consistent pursuit. How will we ever know His voice if we don’t look at His Word? We have to pursue God’s Word.

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Leading in Light of our Frailties

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:20:06 -0000

“When you’re vulnerable with others in a discerning way, they won’t respect you less—if anything, they may respect you even more.” —Penny Tucci

We were never meant to do life—or leadership—on our own. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about LEADING IN LIGHT OF OUR FRAILTIES. We have to be willing to place ourselves in positions where God can use others to speak into our lives. Even as leaders, we’re not exempt from opening our hearts to honest examination. The level of humility and vulnerability we’re willing to walk in—both personally and in leadership—directly impacts the level of restoration, wholeness, and effectiveness we walk in.

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Bonus Episode: Keith Talks About Penny

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 05:28:18 -0000

“We’ve learned that what we DO together is more important than what we GET apart.”—Keith Tucci

In this BONUS episode of the Flourish podcast, we flip the script and interview Pastor Keith—all about Penny! He shares what he loves most about her: her consistency, her deep love for people, and yes… how stubborn she is. You’ll hear how she’s helped him slow down, be more tender, and a few of his favorite stories.

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Walking in Freedom with special guests Sheila McGuffin and Angela Shaw

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 05:27:15 -0000

“If we don’t do anything different, nothing is going to be different.” —Angela Shaw

To walk in freedom, we have to unlearn our familiar patterns. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Sheila and Angela talk about their biggest takeaway from Flourish 2025. God is our refuge and our strength. He is good. He is safe. He is enough. We can trust Him and confidently walk forward in obedience.

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Trust and Obey

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:55:10 -0000

Rest is on the other side of obedience, surrender, and trust.

When we face discouragement, the temptation is to pull back, lose hope, or stop loving fearlessly. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about what it means to trust and obey. If discouragement lingers, it can lead to despair and even depression. But God is calling us to something greater—to trust and obey. When we take that step and walk forward in obedience, we enter the beautiful, flourishing garden He has prepared for us.

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Dealing with Fear

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 05:46:14 -0000

Fear is meant drive us away from our confidence in God’s goodness and faithfulness.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about DEALING WITH FEAR. We can rest in the fact that there is no fear in His perfect love. He is faithful and nothing will change that.

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Engaging with Him

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 05:11:22 -0000

“Only one life too soon will pass. Only what’s done for Christ will last.”—Penny’s mom

In the midst of our day-to-day lives, it’s easy to forget that we belong to God. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Engaging With Him. Each day, we have the opportunity—and the responsibility—to connect with God. We get to decide whether we will intentionally draw near to Him or not.

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Am I a Grasshopper?

Tue, 20 May 2025 06:01:58 -0000

Viewing ourselves as insignificant, incapable, and small—despite God’s promises and His declaration to the contrary—is not a virtue; it is sin.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny asks the question: AM I A GRASSHOPPER? We cannot get caught up in our own perspective and fear. One of the greatest things we do to please God is to look at His Word, look at what He says, and believe it to the point of obedience.

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Being a Pastor's Wife

Tue, 06 May 2025 06:10:35 -0000

“Embrace the platform of influence that you have been given.” —Penny Tucci

We get to pour into people in a very intentional way. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about her experience as a pastor's wife. She shares her thoughts, tips, and lessons she's learned along the way. This episode is full of practical principles and meaningful takeaways we can all apply in our lives—no matter our role in the local church.

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Bonus Episode: Get to Know Penny

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 06:08:14 -0000

"I feel desperately dependent on the favor of God."—Penny Tucci

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny is the one being interviewed! She shares some fun stories about the first time she met Pastor Keith, what she loves most about him, her favorite parenting moment, the hardest season she’s been through as a parent, her favorite Scripture in this season of life—and she even shares her favorite dessert!

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Flourishing Hearts

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:51:11 -0000

God wants our hearts to be flourishing.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about FLOURISHING. God is trustworthy. God is for us. And He has a part we must play in this flourishing of our hearts. Our part—trust and obey.

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Insights from Ukraine

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:56:06 -0000

"This is not going to be just a political solution—we need an act of God."--Keith Tucci

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guest, Keith Tucci, talking about his recent trip to Ukraine. "Their hope is in the Lord. They believe that they are going to emerge from this without being captivated by Russia. They are fighting for their lives for that freedom and the Church is fighting for their souls."

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Being a Woman of Influence with special guest, Michelle Frie

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:27:45 -0000

“Through the way we live—our actions, words, and even what we choose not to say—we are defining for the world what Christianity is.”—Michelle Frie

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guest, Michelle Frie who shares about Being a Woman of Influence. It starts with time with Jesus. Daily time with the Lord is vital for not just our spiritual health, but also for our mental and physical health. Take that time to get with the Lord and then go out in the world and do something for Him.

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Don't Worry

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:00:29 -0000

Worrying is the opposite of faith and will have the opposite effect. Instead of opening a door for God to bring change, it closes the door and does not invite His ability in.

We can NOT worry because we are so valuable to God. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny encourages us that God won’t let us down or not take care of us. He is a legitimate Father who is willing to take all of our cares. We can trust Him and rely confidently on Him.

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Pursuing God

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 07:27:23 -0000

Pursuing the Lord doesn’t happen passively, but takes intentional action.

Ultimately our pursuit will determine our outcome. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about PURSUING GOD. Sometimes we think that hearing from God should happen without consistent pursuit. How will we ever know His voice if we don’t look at His Word? We have to pursue God’s Word.

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Free

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 07:00:07 -0000

God freely gives us all things. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about being FREE. How do we participate in this freedom? We come to know, through an intimate knowledge of our Father. We have a responsibility to pursue God.

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God with Us

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 07:02:50 -0000

We are not on our own. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about GOD WITH US. God positioned Himself to be so close to each of us; so close that we are never alone. We are never without His presence, His peace, His strength, His help.

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Building Relationships in Your Church

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 06:19:04 -0000

“The relationships I have had with women in my church have been treasures to me.” —Penny Tucci

Friendship with people in the church should not be optional. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS IN YOUR CHURCH. The gift of true friendship is priceless, but it doesn’t just happen. Friendships are built; they require pursuit. One kindness at a time will ultimately yield friendship.

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Verses to Live By, pt13--Slow to Anger

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 06:18:08 -0000

When you begin to respond in anger, it can very easily become a pattern.

If you abandon the quarrel before it begins, you don’t have to go back and clean up the mess. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about being SLOW TO ANGER. When we slow our emotions down and don’t give them liberty to dictate our actions, we are able to move forward with wisdom and understanding.

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What Christmas Means to Me

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 06:17:16 -0000

“I don’t fear many things in life, but I do fear the UPS driver who drops off all of the Christmas presents that Penny buys.” —Keith Tucci

“I have always loved Christmas!” In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about WHAT CHRISTMAS MEANS TO ME. She shares about the different Christmas traditions her family enjoys. She encourages us that our whole lives are about Him and Christmas day is just an extension of that. Take the opportunity to love on people well and show them that they are valuable, loved, and are precious to you and to the Lord.

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Verses to Live By, pt12--Entrust Yourself to Him

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 06:15:50 -0000

There is One who can handle ANY situation and we have FULL access to Him.

We are not people without an answer or hope. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about ENTRUSTING YOURSELF TO HIM. When we have hard situations, draw near the Lord and surrender to the One who is kind and caring and has our back. Don’t retaliate or get in a tizzy. The Lord will handle the issue on our behalf as we draw near to Him.

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Verses to Live By, pt11--God is Urging Us

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:26:57 -0000

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny encourages us with another Verse to Live By. God is not just asking us, but urging us to call each other up with accountability, give others confidence to move forward through encouragement, come alongside and assist others when they need it, and be patient with everyone as He is patient with us.

We urge you, brethren, admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with everyone.—1 Thessalonians 5:14

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Our Relationship Role with Our Adult Children, pt2 with special guest Dawn Quintrell

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 06:42:51 -0000

“Some of what I was slapping God’s name on with my kids was really just my own insecurity of letting go of my role in their life.”—Dawn Quintrell

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guest, Dawn Quintrell. Dawn shares about letting go of her expectations for her adult kids. We have to give our kids the ability and freedom to walk on their own two feet with God. We have to trust that we have taught them and trained them and now they have to take that training and put it into action.

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Our Relationship Role with Our Adult Children, pt1 with special guest Dawn Quintrell

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 06:42:05 -0000

“When my kids got older, I assumed I would always have that role of a parent, but my kids didn’t need to be parented anymore.” —Dawn Quintrell

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guest, Dawn Quintrell. Dawn vulnerably shares how the problem with her relationship with her adult children wasn’t because of her children, but her unwillingness to change her role in their life. Your adult children don’t need you to parent them anymore. A lack of boundaries can be the reason that you can’t have the relationship you are trying so hard to have.

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Verses to Live By, pt10--Not Wanting for Any Good Thing

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 06:25:50 -0000

Scripture is full of God’s kind promises to us who have chosen to surrender our life. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Not Wanting for Any Good Thing. We have to be willing to believe that God meant what He said and we qualify as His covenant children, therefore we can apply those promises to our lives.

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Verses to Live By, pt9--Seek and Pursue Peace

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 07:33:11 -0000

If we want to make a difference in this world, we have to go against the grain. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Seeking and Pursuing Peace. When something happens that really cuts to our heart, it is hard to seek peace. But we are ambassadors of God’s heart. He has pursued us relentlessly with His goodness and steadfast love.

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Verses to Live By, pt8--The Embittered Heart

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 06:55:29 -0000

If we continue down the road of bitterness, it will completely separate us from God.

Bitterness causes us to be locked up inside. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about THE EMBITTERED HEART. Surrender to Jesus gives us thoughts, wisdom, and insight that is not available in our own ability. When we are angry, bitter, or stubborn, we cannot seem to find the solution or the ability to go forward. But humility and surrender lifts the fog and allows us to see things in light of Jesus. This is not human nature. This is divine. And that is where we need to find ourselves.

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Always Believing

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 05:46:45 -0000

The most vital thing to me as a Christian is my willingness to believe God.

Today we are releasing an episode from the archives where Penny talks about ALWAYS BELIEVING. We are the only one who can take responsibility to remind ourselves that He is our true and faithful Father. Scripture promises us that if we return and give up the distrust, that He will give us a settled place of quiet and safety and He will use us to minister and be His mouthpiece. Remember His goodness and faithfulness and let that hold your heart close to Him.

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Verses to Live By, pt7--The Fragrance of Christ

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:22:18 -0000

Thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ and, through us, diffuses the fragrance of His knowledge in every place.—2 Corinthians 2:14

God uses us to make clear what it means to know Christ like a fragrance that fills the air. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about THE FRAGRANCE OF CHRIST. We have a mandate from God to make it known to others around us what it means to know Christ. This doesn’t automatically happen. We have to be intentional about spending time with the Lord, letting Him work in our hearts, and diffusing Him to others.

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Verses to Live By, pt6--My Gift Makes Room for Me

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 05:29:17 -0000

The Word works for those who work it. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about God using the gifts He’s given you to make room for you. The Word of God is powerful in our lives. It gives us grace to overcome and live in a way that He wants us to live with His leading the way, not our own propensities or weaknesses.

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Verses to Live By, pt5--God Will Keep Score on Our Behalf

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 05:38:07 -0000

It is not our responsibility to make sure someone realizes how wrong they are. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about how GOD WILL KEEP SCORE ON OUR BEHALF. Revenge is not within the acceptable response for a Christian. God knows how to act on our behalf and will defend us.

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Verses to Live By, pt4--Who God Wants to Live With

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 05:24:06 -0000

But this is the one to whom I will look: he who is humble and contrite in spirit and trembles at my word.—Isaiah 66:2

Sometimes we end up humbled, not because of our own choice, but it comes upon us because of our actions. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about WHO GOD WANTS TO LIVE WITH. Wouldn’t you rather humble yourself and let God exalt you then be humbled by God because you are being stubborn? We need God. We don’t do well when we are on our own.

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Verses to Live By, pt3--Cease Striving

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 05:22:42 -0000

Striving based on our own abilities, without remembering Who owns us and Who we need to be connected to, will hinder us every single time. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about CEASE STRIVING. When we cease and know it recalibrates our plans and thinking, it takes us back to our foundation in Him, and it puts our sights back on our Hope.

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Verses to Live By, pt2--Foolish Separation

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 05:36:03 -0000

He who separates himself is a fool and argues against all sound wisdom.—Proverbs 18:1

We can’t just walk away when something causes us difficulty or pain. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Foolish Separation. Resilience, persevering, long-suffering, consistent, faithful, immovable, trustworthy—characteristics that need to be part of our life as Christians. Steadfastness in relationships, staying and working through the hard, that is sound wisdom.

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Verses to Live By, pt1--My Refuge

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 05:35:20 -0000

But as for me, the nearness of God is my good. I have made the Lord my refuge.—Psalm 73:28

Life is unpredictable and unsteady, but we have an unfailing refuge in our life. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about God as our REFUGE. A refuge is a place that is inaccessible to evil or the enemy. It’s a stronghold which protects by its strength. It is unmovable and completely trustworthy. He is our refuge!

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In the Zone

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 05:30:24 -0000

“We have access to God—to His heart, His promises, His relationship.”—Penny Tucci

When we pray, we are tangibly speaking to a living One who describes Himself as our Father. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about being In the Zone. Sometimes it’s difficult to make connection with God. But Scripture tells us to completely trust Him, acknowledge His way, and He WILL direct out paths. Celebrate your relationship with Him and that you truly are His. Be confident that you have full access to Him.

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God Wants to Talk to You

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 05:26:26 -0000

We can get lulled into the mindset that it is hard to hear God. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about the beautiful truth that God wants to talk to you! We need God’s help every day and He has things He wants to reveal to us. His promise is that He will hear us and He will answer us. He desires to speak to us and spend time with us.

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Don't Cut and Run

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 05:17:24 -0000

“Often people would rather walk away rather than go through the hard process of resolving conflict.”—Penny Tucci

Locals churches can have somewhat of a revolving door. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny has a conversation with Angela Shaw about the church. Church is a place where people can lock arms with each other to serve Christ and grow in their faith. When conflict happens, we need to work through it, maturely and with wisdom, running towards resolution, not running away. Deciding to be part of the solution yields such good fruit.

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Should Christians Butt Out?!?

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 05:27:05 -0000

“God is not ok with Christians celebrating and champion sin.”—Penny Tucci

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny discusses if Christians should butt out. When people say that they are Christians, we have a responsibility to remind them of the standard that God has called us to. We do have to be very careful about our attitude and our posture towards others. But we also cannot give hearty approval to those who practice sin, including ourselves.

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Becoming Conversations, pt6—Becoming Like Jesus with Marion Johnson

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 06:10:36 -0000

“God is good all of the time and He can be nothing but good.”—Marion Johnson

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Marion Johnson, one of the general session speakers from the 2024 Flourish conference. Marion dives a little deeper into her session on Becoming Like Jesus. How do you know the Father’s heart? Ask, seek, knock. We don’t have to figure it all out. We just need to come to Him and let Him reveal Himself to us.

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And to listen to Marion's session from the 2024 Flourish conference, visit https://www.nrpflourish.com/conferencerecordings/episode/86b5c7e4/general-session-04becoming-like-jesus-with-marion-johnson-2024-flourish-north

Investing in the Next Generation

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 05:27:28 -0000

Sometimes we don’t realize how much young couples need someone to come alongside them and be consistent in pouring into their lives.

It is our responsibility to seek out the next generation and invest in them. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about how we need to be the Abraham’s that invest in the Issac’s and Jacob’s. This next generation deeply values being purposely poured into. They want to be brought into the vision and the working out that vision in a tangible and practical way.

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God's Miracle with Me and My Dad

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 05:26:28 -0000

God wants to turn the hearts of the father to the children and the hearts of the children to their father.

“I made a choice to actively forgive my dad from my heart and release him from each hurt. I spoke a blessing over his future and his life.” In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny shares about the miracle God did between her and her dad. Hidden bitterness in your heart will create a prison. Go after that wound and allow God to help you walk out the obedient steps of forgiveness, and maybe there will be a miracle that will change relationships in your life.

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Becoming Conversations, pt5—Vulnerability with Angie Russo

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 06:07:22 -0000

“We don’t need to pretend to impress people. We just need to be obedient to the Lord.”—Angie Russo

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Angie Russo, one of the general session speakers from the 2024 Flourish conference. Angie dives a little deeper into her session on Becoming Vulnerable. Being vulnerable is a courageous choice. We need to be honest with ourselves, with others around us, and even with the Lord.

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Becoming Conversations, pt4—Immovable with Linda Jackson

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 05:39:28 -0000

“God designed the Church for us to get involved and then work out our purpose as we are serving Him.”—Linda Jackson

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Linda Jackson, one of the general session speakers from the 2024 Flourish conference. Linda dives a little deeper into her session on Becoming Immovable. Everyone one of us has a purpose that God put in us before we were born. But the enemy hates our purpose. God is the One who brings us through and brings us out. Our job is to remain steadfast, remain immovable and the enemy won’t be able to steal our purpose.

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Becoming Conversations, pt3—Strategies for Warfare with Lety Morales

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 05:46:42 -0000

“The Lord told me to not make any decision in my life based on fear.”—Lety Morales

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Lety Morales, one of the general session speakers from the 2024 Flourish conference. Lety dives a little deeper into her session on Becoming like Jesus—Strategies for Warfare. Worry, hurt feelings, offense can become so big in our hearts that we lose our focus. She encourages us to keep our mind focused on Jesus and stay in the Word, and then that becomes our sword and keeps us moving forward.

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And to listen to Lety’s session from the 2024 Flourish conference, visit https://www.nrpflourish.com/conferencerecordings/episode/94de0198/general-session-04becoming-like-jesus-strategies-for-warfare-with-letty-morales-2024-flourish-south

Becoming Conversations, pt2--Embracing Your Role in the Local Church with Melanie Tucker

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 06:17:57 -0000

“We can turn the day-to-day things into ministry moments.”—Melanie Tucker

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Melanie Tucker, one of the general session speakers from the 2023 Flourish conference. Melanie dives a little deeper into her session on Becoming Vital in Your Local Church. She encourages us that we are all meant to play a vital part of in our local church. Just like the physical body can’t walk without feet or reach out without hands, our gifts, talents, and passions are needed in the church.

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Becoming Conversations, pt1--Forgiveness with Joan Crombie

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:23:13 -0000

"Our heart is not meant to be a toxic waste dump of all that has happened to us."--Joan Crombie

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Joan Crombie, one of the general session speakers from the 2023 Flourish conference. Joan dives a little deeper into her session on Becoming Committed to Forgiveness. She encourages us that we can’t truly embrace people when we are fighting with unforgiveness in our hearts. We need to examine our hearts, call ourselves up, and love from a pure heart.

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Parenting, pt3—Teaching Your Children to Love the Local Church with Darlene Sinclair

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:14:22 -0000

The local church is family that meets in a building because they are too big of a group to meet in a home.

We get to teach our children that God set up and designed the Church, therefore it is a priority in our family. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guests Darlene Sinclair and some of her daughters discussing PARENTING, Teaching Your Children to Love the Local Church. You, as the parent, first have to have a real love for the local church and understand that you have a place in the body. Then, you get to teach your kids, early on, that they are a vital member of this church.

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Parenting, pt2—Leading Teens Through the Transitional Years with Darlene Sinclair

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 06:13:38 -0000

“The teenage years are when I get to become friends with them.”—Darlene Sinclair

Whatever privilege our teens have, they should also have the counterweight of accountability and responsibility. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guests Darlene Sinclair and some of her daughters discussing PARENTING, Leading Teens Through the Transitional Years. During the teenage years you speak into their lives while also starting to let go. You begin to switch from telling them what to do to counseling them as they lay aside childishness in the pursuit of adulthood.

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Parenting, pt1—Training Young Ones with Darlene Sinclair

Tue, 28 May 2024 06:12:46 -0000

"Gentleness does not exclude the need for discipline and training of our children."—Darlene Sinclair

Scripture tells parents to train and discipline their children. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guests Darlene Sinclair and some of her daughters discussing PARENTING, Training Young Ones. Discipline is kindness. Discipline is mercy. It is the mercy and kindness of God that leads us to repentance.

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Grace for Obedience

Tue, 21 May 2024 06:16:58 -0000

Everyone, after they are fully trained, will BECOME like their teacher. (Luke 6:40)

God says, “I got you, but you must obey.” In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about GRACE FOR OBEDIENCE. Grace is God’s ability in our life, to love us well, to strengthen us, and to help us become more like Him. In order to be free, we have to respond to what we know and obey.

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Home, pt2--A Hub of Outreach with Darlene Sinclair

Tue, 14 May 2024 06:16:18 -0000

“Home interprets Heaven. Home is Heaven for beginners.”—Charles Henry Parker

Home is not a reclusive and seclusive place. Home is meant to be an hope door. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guests Darlene Sinclair and some of her daughters discussing HOME being a hub of outreach. True hospitality is just sharing your life. Being in your home, observing family and marriage, can transform a life.

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Home, pt1—A Place of Refuge with Darlene Sinclair

Tue, 07 May 2024 06:17:37 -0000

What if people were smacked in the face of the scent of Heaven when they walked through our front door?

Your home is a powerful place of ministry. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guests Darlene Sinclair and some of her daughters discussing HOME being a place of refuge. We have the opportunity to invite the Kingdom of Heaven to dwell in the culture we are building in our homes.

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Appraisal vs Judgment

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 06:02:57 -0000

“I have never regretted seeking peace and pursuing a relationship.”—Penny Tucci

We are prone to self preservation and skewed perspective. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about APPRAISAL vs JUDGMENT. Being at peace with people is not going to come naturally. We have to learn how to do it.

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Being in Ministry with Natalie Paladin

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 05:52:42 -0000

“People are not against you, they are just for themselves.”—Rick Paladin

We can’t allow ourselves to get cynical with people. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Natalie Paladin about being in ministry. Keeping your heart right towards people is not an option, especially when you are in ministry. Clinging to the Word and forgiving quickly are key.

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Raising Kids with Natalie Paladin

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 05:52:02 -0000

“The best habit that we formed was intentional family time.”—Natalie Paladin

How well we navigate loving our kids will point them to Christ. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Natalie Paladin about raising kids. Our kids need Jesus. We have to trust that He has a plan and it might not match our plan.

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Marriage with Natalie Paladin

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 05:47:24 -0000

"No matter what season of life or what was going on, we worked to stay connected."--Natalie Paladin

Jesus gave up His life for us; we should give up our life for others. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Natalie Paladin about marriage. Dying to self is key in marriage.

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Who Do You Say God Is?

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 18:00:06 -0000

“What comes into our mind when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” —A. W. Tozer

God puts a high premium on what we think when we think about Him. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny asks the question WHO DO YOU SAY GOD IS? What you believe about God determines everything in your life. Scripture is the only way we can learn about Who God is, understand Him, learn how He wants us to live our lives, and have our life radically impacted by Truth.

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Generational Building with Special Guest, Darlene Sinclair

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 06:08:52 -0000

“We are to build the Kingdom in a future generation that we will never see.”

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guest, Darlene Sinclair. Darlene shares with us how God’s plan is to build the Kingdom generation after generation. He wants us to function in a healthy way in our current generation, in honoring the past generation, and in planning and preparing the way for the future generation.

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What do I have?

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 05:45:41 -0000

Fear will paralyze you, but faith will empower you.

Life is about so much more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s about making an impact. But it’s easy to focus on what we don’t have. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny asks the question: WHAT DO I HAVE? If God has called you to it, then He only requires what we have and what we have is adequate for the task.

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What Does Leadership Look Like?

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 07:06:39 -0000

Leadership is more about responsibility than having authority or being in charge.

God wants us all to be leaders. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny answers the question: WHAT DOES LEADERSHIP LOOK LIKE? We are the people that God put on this earth to look like Him, to act like Him, to leave behind His fragrance. That’s leadership. What fragrance are you leaving behind when you interact with someone?

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Resolving Conflict

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 12:42:34 -0000

When are we going to be brave enough to handle conflict in such a way that it doesn’t end in bitterness and separation, in gossip and offense? We have the power to influence. We can spread our offense to others and not only create a dynamic where we separate, but take many with us. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about RESOLVING CONFLICT. We can be brave to handle conflict in a way that brings restoration and unity.

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The Blessing of Children with Keith & Penny Tucci

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 06:37:12 -0000

I remember God speaking to my heart and saying, “I’m going to give you a big family, and it’s going to be a major part of your ministry because I want people to understand how much I love people and love children.”—Penny Tucci

Today we have a special episode of the Flourish podcast. Pastor Keith Tucci recently had Penny on his Leadership in Context podcast. He was doing a series on the blessing of children and challenging us to not just passively think like the world. We thought our Flourish audience would enjoy hearing their conversation. Enjoy listening to this episode from Leadership in Context with Keith Tucci, Flourish edition!

The Blessing of Children—Our heart posture should be: Lord, You own me. My life has been purchased by You. You own my past that You have forgiven me of, You own my future and my destiny. What do you want for me?

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You can also listen to the first episodes of the Leadership in Context PROCREATION series on all major podcasting apps (including this one).

Repentance is my Friend

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 06:47:30 -0000

God will RUN towards our willingness to return and repent.

The mystery is understanding how grace and obedience work simultaneously in us as we are learning and growing in Him. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny reminds us that REPENTANCE IS MY FRIEND. Repentance is not a negative thing. It is part of our life in this fallen world. Don’t run from it; embrace it.

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Fighting or Fearing

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 06:46:43 -0000

We have a decision to fight and not let fear take over.

Do I really believe that I can trust God and not myself? In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about FIGHTING OR FEARING. We get to choose how we see God in the midst of our struggles and choices. When we choose to fully trust the Lord, to know that He is faithful, able, and capable in every area of our life, God will make us a minister and a mouthpiece on His behalf.

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Trading Our Ashes for His Glory

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 07:15:39 -0000

God doesn’t want us speaking on His behalf if we believe the wrong thing about Him.

God is offering us a trade—all of our yucky stuff for His promises. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about TRADING OUR ASHES FOR HIS GLORY. If we have incorrect ideas or suspicions about His faithfulness, God will not endorse us as His mouthpiece. Obedience is a response to something we behold. We need to behold Him, get to know Who He is. We need to see it, seize it, and say it.

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God's Divine Nature

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 07:13:16 -0000

God has given us precious and magnificent promises so that by those very promises we will become like Him.

God’s glory is contained in His resume. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about GOD’S DIVINE NATURE. As we behold the glory of the Lord, as we look and see His image and who He really is, it changes us and turns us into someone who is like Him.

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God's Resume

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 06:05:29 -0000

Vine Expository Dictionary defines the glory of God as “the character and ways of God as exhibited through Christ to and through believers.”

The glory of God is synonymous with His nature, His character, and His goodness. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about GOD’S RESUME. The key to beholding His glory is tied to understanding His heart, nature, and His intention for us. There is no other door of access that enable us to behold His glory.

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Intentional, Consistent Pursuit with special guest, Angela Shaw

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 07:04:27 -0000

“The Lord asked me: ‘If your marriage was like your relationship with Me, would you be satisfied in your marriage?’”

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have special guest, Angela Shaw. Angela shares how she has found the fruit in intentional, consistent pursuit of nearness with God through time in the Word, prayer, and journaling.

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Gratefulness

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 07:03:38 -0000

When we lose the heart of gratitude, we become critical.

We have a loving Father who we can rest in. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about gratefulness because of the lovingkindness of our Lord. She reminds us that we have a Father who takes care of us and our family and is our source of peace and joy and rest.

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Spreading the Gospel in Ukraine with Keith Tucci

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 07:25:23 -0000

“We are watching Acts 29 happen in Ukraine.”—Keith Tucci

Keith Tucci just got back from his 5th trip to Ukraine. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks to him about what God is doing and how you can help. The Lord called NRP to do what NRP does well, encourage leaders. NRP is focusing on ministering, encouraging, and equipping pastors and leaders who stayed when the war broke out. They stayed because people stayed. The gospel is moving in Ukraine and a whole region is being impacted.

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Words of Wisdom with Susie Bashta

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 07:06:42 -0000

"Invest in every season, enjoy it, and give it all you have no matter what."--Susie Bashta

When we are faithful at one thing that God gives us to do, before we know it, He will give us more. In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Susie Bashta as she shares WORDS OF WISDOM.

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Loving Young People Well with Alyssa Archer

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 06:52:12 -0000

“Don’t let fear or insecurity stop you from being influential in the younger generation.” --Alyssa Archer

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny interviews Alyssa Archer about LOVING YOUNG PEOLE WELL. Young people are desiring connection and community, they just don’t always know how to do it. Reach out. Build relationship. Build equity. Be there for them

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Words of Wisdom with Marion Johnson

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 07:21:01 -0000

"The biggest life’s lessons have been learned when things haven’t gone “right” or the way I thought it would be."--Marion Johnson

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny interviews Marion Johnson. Marion shares WORDS OF WISDOM from the perspective of a wife and mother to 8 children. Seasons come and go. Enjoy each one. The Lord will help you learn how to turn your weariness into joy and He will show you how to have FUN in the moment.

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America's Heritage, pt3

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 05:59:07 -0000

We were formed as a nation dependent on God, His Word, and looked to His Word as our guiding principles.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about AMERICA'S DECLINE. The separation of Church and state was a phrase taken out of context from a letter written by Thomas Jefferson. The original intent of the founding fathers was to not have the church separated from the state. Instead they wanted God involved in state and state to stay out of the church thus giving the American people freedom of religion.

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America's Heritage, pt2

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 06:25:24 -0000

“I went to the church and I fasted all day.” —George Washington, written in his diary on June 01, 1774

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about AMERICA'S CALLING. On the tip of the Washington Monument, it says, “Praise be to God.” On our coin, it says, “In God we trust.” In the Pledge of Allegiance, it says that we are “one nation under God.” In our inaugural oath, it says, “So help me God.” These were not accidents, these were done intentionally, for a purpose, as our country was founded on the precepts of Christianity and the understanding of the Word of God.

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America’s Heritage, pt1

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:13:05 -0000

“I believe this nation hungers for a spiritual revival. We who are privileged to be Americans have had a rendezvous with destiny since the founding of our nation began in 1630. Now a troubled and afflicted mankind looks to us, pleading for us to keep our rendezvous with destiny.” —Ronald Reagan

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about AMERICA'S RENDEZOUS WITH DESTINY. It is critical, as believers, for us to understand the lengths that God went to in order to create this nation for a specific purpose. The harvest of the future is prevented when we don’t understand the heritage of our past.

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Lessons from a Seasoned Mom

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 06:38:07 -0000

"I wanted sold-out, Bible believing, devil chasing men of God so I sowed that in them." --Darnell Lodriguss, mom to a lead pastor, a worship pastor, and a youth pastor.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny has a conversation with Darnell Lodriguss. From the perspective of a SEASONED MOM, Darnell shares how raising her kids to love being in church, speaking vision over their lives, and sowing what she was want to reap led to not only one generation of godly kids, but a multiplying legacy of godliness.

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Loving Those Who Don't Know Him

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 05:06:39 -0000

The Lord is fully engaged with His children, even when they don’t know Him yet.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about LOVING THOSE WHO DON'T KNOW HIM. The Lord is fully engaged with His children, even when they don’t know Him yet. Our job is to model His character, love them well, and influence them when the right opportunity comes.

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We Don't Want His Blessings?

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 05:56:26 -0000

“The daily life of a Christian can be summed up in one word, receive.” —Watchman Nee

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny challenges NOT WANTING THE BLESSINGS OF GOD. When we learn how to live under His favor and we live desperate for His blessings, we are being infused by His nature and becoming more like Him. By choosing to let Him take care of us, and asking for the things we need and desire, we eliminate the need for the corrupt lust that tries to have our needs met apart from God.

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Friendship

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 06:51:06 -0000

Fearless love is the greatest way to live.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about FRIENDSHIP. Is there room in your heart for others? When we know that we are truly loved by God, we can love fearlessly and have genuine, faithful friendships.

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Guard Your Heart

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 05:06:05 -0000

The song in my heart leaves when I’m holding onto sin.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about GUARDING YOUR HEART. We have to put a watch in our hearts and not become comfortable with the clutter that can build up.

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Patience and Perseverance

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 05:05:23 -0000

“Learning to be content doesn’t mean you just sit back and do nothing.”—Vicky East

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny has a conversation with Vicky East about PATIENCE AND PERSEVERANCE. Vicky shares how she has found contentment in the waiting and learned how to live her life on purpose, for a purpose.

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Persevering and Leadership

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 05:44:04 -0000

"I wanted to hear Him tell me that it was going to be ok."--Karen Matteo

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny has a conversation with Karen Matteo about PERSEVERING AND LEADERSHIP. Karen shares about a a really hard season she has just been through. They also chat about trusting when we don’t understand, being content without giving up, staying the course, and how living well means dying everyday.

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A Generational Exchange

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 06:47:21 -0000

Sometimes you just have to do things afraid.—Maddie Bell

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks with Maddie Bell, a worship leader at Victory Family Church in Pennsylvania. They have a GENERATIONAL EXCHANGE as they talk about the importance of life-giving community, pursuing relationships, influence, and learning from other generations.

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Legitimately Pursuing God

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 06:01:43 -0000

Pursuing the Lord doesn’t happen passively, but takes intentional action.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about LEGITIMATELY PURSUING GOD. Sometimes we think that hearing from God should happen without consistent pursuit. How will we ever know His voice if we don’t look at His Word? We have to pursue God’s Word.

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Always Believing

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 06:00:54 -0000

The most vital thing to me as a Christian is my willingness to believe God.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about ALWAYS BELIEVING. We are the only one who can take responsibility to remind ourselves that He is our true and faithful Father. Scripture promises us that if we return and give up the distrust, that He will give us a settled place of quiet and safety and He will use us to minister and be His mouthpiece. Remember His goodness and faithfulness and let that hold your heart close to Him.

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Raising Stepford Children

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 05:16:32 -0000

Children become discouraged when they think they cannot measure up.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks RAISING STEPFORD CHILDREN. Don’t drive your children to be stepford children that cannot live up to your standards. Make straight paths that demonstrate the character of God, not the willfulness of man.

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Dealing with Fear

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 05:15:41 -0000

Fear is meant drive us away from our confidence in God’s goodness and faithfulness.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about DEALING WITH FEAR. We can rest in the fact that there is no fear in His perfect love. He is faithful and nothing will change that.

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Forgiveness, pt2

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 06:01:46 -0000

Healing is not found in self-preservation and unforgiveness.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny continues talking about FORGIVENESS. Repentance is part of our life as a Christian. We need to have a willingness to look at sin in our life and confess it. Unforgiveness is one of those critical sins that we have to be on the lookout for.

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Forgiveness, pt1

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 06:00:52 -0000

How many conversations have you heard or participated in that center on the wrong-doing of someone else?

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about FORGIVENESS. Human pride always wants to be right and find the other person guilty as charged. Forgiveness often needs to be more purposeful and definitive than we think.

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Who Does He Say I Am?

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 06:05:57 -0000

Learning to live under the extravagant love that the Father has lavished on us, empowers us to obey Him, to respond to Him without fear, and to love others well.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about learning how to define yourself as God defines you. When we surrender our life to Christ, everything about us changes. We exchange the old ideas of how we see ourselves for how He sees us.

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Am I a Grasshopper?

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 05:55:33 -0000

Seeing ourselves as insignificant, incapable, and small in light of God’s promise and His declaration of the opposite is not a virtue. It’s an enemy and God calls it sin.

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Facing Our Frailties, BONUS Episode

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 05:34:01 -0000

Influence is a great privilege. It is a stewardship that we cannot take lightly.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny discusses a documentary she watched and how it is a good reminder that we must FACE OUR FRAILTIES. Jesus takes the care of His Church very seriously and we cannot take lightly our responsibility and role to take care of His Church. There is no room for us to overlook, bypass, or make excuses for not facing our frailties.

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Facing Our Frailties, pt3

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 06:22:27 -0000

Frailty and strength live together. One does not eliminate the other.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny starts a new series on FACING OUR FRAILTIES. She talks about how we need to pursue a plan of help and accountability for our frailties. Fight for your future. Fight for the destiny of God on your life.

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Facing Our Frailties, pt2

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 06:21:25 -0000

“Therefore, strengthen the hands that are weak and the knees that are feeble, and make straight paths for your feet, so that the limb which is lame may not be put out of joint, but rather be healed.” —Hebrews 12:12-13

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny starts a new series on FACING OUR FRAILTIES. She shares how we have to face our frailities even when its painful. It's hard to move forward without looking back.

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Facing Our Frailties, pt1

Tue, 30 May 2023 06:00:17 -0000

To lead with integrity and authenticity, we have to face the frailties in our life.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny starts a new series on FACING OUR FRAILTIES. She shares how being too busy, or thinking that facing our frailties is too trivial, can hold us back from our mandate to bring hope and help people.

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Thoughts on Parenting

Tue, 23 May 2023 06:00:10 -0000

The greatest secret to my sanity and perseverance can be found in Psalm 32:7-8, “You are my hiding place. You preserve me from trouble. You surround me with songs of deliverance. The Lord says, ‘I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go. I will counsel you with my eye upon you.’” God was my hiding place, my refuge, and surrounded me with songs of help and deliverance.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny shares some THOUGHTS ON PARENTING. She shares some practical principles she learned along the way as well as some humorous stories (including the one about a poor basketball that got caught up in a parenting moment that when awry). For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

A Pure Conscience

Tue, 16 May 2023 06:55:19 -0000

The key to a pure conscience is to stay humble and be willing to expose the secrets of our heart.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about A PURE CONSCIENCE. There is a lifestyle of seeing together with Him, of staying close to Him and His Word, fighting with Him against wrong beliefs and attitudes and that equals maintaining a pure conscience. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Flourish 2023 Recap

Tue, 09 May 2023 06:33:49 -0000

When I speak God’s word and His promise over my life, things turn around and I have a whole different perspective.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Flourish 2023 and encourages us to daily draw near to God. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

The 6 A's of Influence, pt6--Accountability

Tue, 02 May 2023 05:42:21 -0000

Accountability produces reliability.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about The 6 A's of INFLUENCE. She shares about how ACCOUNTABILITY creates a vehicle for influence.

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The 6 A's of Influence, pt5--Assignments

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 05:41:39 -0000

God’s dream requires a team. Jesus certainly thought that and if He, being God, needed a team, we might want to consider whether we need a team as well.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about The 6 A's of INFLUENCE. She shares about how ASSIGNMENTS creates a vehicle for influence.

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The 6 A's of Influence, pt4--Apprenticeship

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 05:40:45 -0000

Those you train will do the same.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about The 6 A's of INFLUENCE. She shares about how APPRENTICESHIP creates a vehicle for influence.

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The 6 A's of Influence, pt3--Affirmation

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 06:17:47 -0000

Affirmation overcomes hesitation.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about The 6 A's of INFLUENCE. She shares about how AFFIRMATION creates a vehicle for influence.

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The 6 A's of Influence, pt2--Affection

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 05:39:00 -0000

Affection counteracts rejection.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about The 6 A's of INFLUENCE. She shares about how AFFECTION creates a vehicle for influence.

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The 6 A's of Influence, pt1--Attention

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 05:37:45 -0000

You can’t impart without giving your heart and you can’t give your heart without paying attention.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about The 6 A's of INFLUENCE. She shares about how ATTENTION creates a vehicle for influence.

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Healthy Vulnerability, a Interview with Dawn Quintrell

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 05:52:53 -0000

“Vulnerability gave me the ability to see the potential in myself and be able to grow. With others, I’m able to express empathy, be loving, be kind, and be generous with mercy for them.” —Dawn Quintrell

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about Penny has a conversation with Dawn Quintrell on HEALTHY VULNERABILITY. When Dawn was growing up, vulnerability was frowned upon, and that carried over into her adult life. In this podcast, Dawn shares how she overcame those inhibitions and found beauty and freedom in vulnerability.

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Repentance Matters

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 05:56:55 -0000

Am I so concern about communicating the love of God to people that I forget the cost of discipleship?

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about how REPENTANCE MATTERS. Repentance is not an out-dated part of the gospel. It is a vital part of following Jesus. God challenges us to let go of our natural, sinful, self-dependent ways and fight for His blessing instead. When we do, He changes us and blesses us.

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The Power of Having a Team

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 06:42:38 -0000

"The things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men (and women) who will be able to teach others also." 2 Timothy 2:2

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about THE POWER OF HAVING A TEAM. Teams are invaluable. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

The Power of Friendship

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 07:36:49 -0000

"Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver and one is gold." —Penny’s mom

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP. Friendship is a posture of the heart. Friendships enrich our lives. Don’t shrink back from them. Be a good friend who loves deeply, who doesn’t fake it, and who loves from the center of who you are.

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The Power of Vulnerability

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 06:59:17 -0000

Vulnerability makes us more human and more relatable to others.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about THE POWER OF VULNERABILITY. Humility and vulnerability are signs of a good leader, not weakness. When you are vulnerable with others in a discerning way, they don’t respect you less, but respect you more.

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The Power of Pursuit

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 06:45:10 -0000

“We know that peace is the condition under which mankind was meant to flourish. Yet peace does not exist of its own will. It depends on us, on our courage to build it and guard it and pass it on.” —Ronald Reagan

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about the power of pursuit. Peace in relationships are not an automatic thing. When we are willing to make them a priority and pursue them, they can bring us incredible joy and blessing.

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The Power of Unity

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 06:44:10 -0000

Unity in the local church is powerful. People feel safe within a church like that.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about the power of unity. We have to lead by example and instruction to create unity of one heart.

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The Power of Loyalty

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 06:54:21 -0000

People crave loyalty.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about the power of loyalty. Loyalty is foundational for building long-term, healthy relationships and it demonstrates strong character in someone. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

The Power of Encouragement

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 07:21:20 -0000

Encouragement refreshes the heart of everyone and gives them courage.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about the power of encouragement. Sincere words of affirmation and encouragement draw from the traits that we see in a person and we articulate them for the sake of building that person up or honoring them in someway. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

The Power of Embracing Others

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 07:05:02 -0000

Love from the center of who you are. Don’t fake it. Be good friends who love deeply. (Romans 12:9)

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about embracing others. Kindness takes us into the heart of people. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

The Power of Forgiveness

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 07:16:36 -0000

Bitterness doesn’t have to be full of passion and outbursts of anger. It can be a suppressed and quiet writing off of an individual in order to avoid pain and rejection.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about forgiveness. No matter who we are, we will all have many opportunities to forgive. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

New Years Flourish

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 07:02:19 -0000

Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Don’t depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do and He will show you what path to take. —Proverbs 3:5-6

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about this year, and the years to come, living a life surrendered to the Lord and in the good times and the hard times, knowing that He has you. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

The Power of Faith

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 06:43:37 -0000

Faith, held onto, can turn things around and bring a miracle our way.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about what faith really looks like and what it accomplishes. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Christmastime

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 06:41:00 -0000

Families are a gift and called by God for distinct purposes. Don’t lose hope in God’s ability to do miracles in your family.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about what she does to help keep Christmas in perspective and her family traditions. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Resolving Conflict

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 06:54:36 -0000

When are we going to be brave enough to handle conflict in such a way that it doesn’t end in bitterness and separation, in gossip and offense?

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about resolving conflict. We have the power to influence. We can spread our offense to others and not only create a dynamic where we separate, but take many with us. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Fighting for a Pure Conscience

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 06:53:27 -0000

I have come to live a life under the smile of God, as His beloved, on my good days and bad days.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about fighting for a pure conscience. We have to learn what He says about Himself and His relationship with us in Scripture and then we have to be consistently undeterred in this knowledge. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Marriage--Going Beyond Ourselves

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 07:35:40 -0000

Our marriage is to be a means for influencing others for the Lord.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny & Keith conclude their dicussion on marriage with talking about how marriage is given to us as a gift of companionship, intimacy, and even parenthood, but it is also given to us to represent the heart and character of God. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Marriage--Raising Children

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 07:43:22 -0000

"There are very few things I fear in life, Christmas is one of them. I honor what Penny does for Christmas because it means so much to her." --Keith Tucci

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny interviews Keith again and they talk about they maneuvered the opportunities and minefields of raising 5 daughters and 3 sons.

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Marriage--Staying the Course

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 06:43:19 -0000

The saving grace is that we have had the same goal of glorifying the Lord in our marriage, though we have bumped heads a bit trying to get there. If we were able to do that, anyone can do it. —Keith Tucci

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny has a special guest, her husband, Keith. They talk honestly and vulnerably about the hurdles and hardships they have faced in their 44 years of marriage and how they have painstakingly moved forward and stayed in a place of covenant and love. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Raising Kids + Ministiry with special guest, Caitlyn Lodriguss

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 07:20:29 -0000

Ministry is servanthood. It is our acts of service to other people. It’s not a title. It’s not a mission. But it is a lifestyle that we are all called to live.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, we have a special guest, Caitlyn Lodriguss. Caitlyn shares with us how we can be intentional in ministry while raising young children. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Relating to Adult Children, BONUS--a conversation with my sons

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 06:18:43 -0000

We still desire the wisdom and counsel that our parents have, but the core of our relationship is a friendship. —Daniel Tucci

In this bonus episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny has a conversation with her three sons how to have a relationship with them and still have influence in their lives while maintaining healthy boundaries and respecting their leadership in their families. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Relating to Adult Children, pt8--An Interview

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 06:02:40 -0000

Unconditional love creates an inviting atmosphere to talk about anything.

In this special episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny interviews her daughter and daughters-in-love.

No matter your situation with your adult children, go after them. Our relationship with our kids is not expendable. God didn’t make you a parent on accident. He will give you the wisdom you need to pursue relationship with them.

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Relating to Adult Children, pt7

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 05:32:13 -0000

Prayer (legitimate and interactive engaging with God in faith) is the bottom line solution for all of my problems and issues.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about ever making intercession for our children. Isaiah 54:13 “I will teach all your children and they will enjoy great peace.” There is only One who can do that and it’s not me.

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Relating to Adult Children, pt6

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 06:37:08 -0000

I am working every day on posting a no access pass on my heart for unforgiveness.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about unforgiveness. “Bitterness does not have to be full of passion and outbursts of anger. It can be a suppressed and quiet writing off of an individual in order to avoid further pain and rejection. Although the motive could seem necessary, bitterness will still create a prison and self perpetuating protection for ourselves that does not allow for vulnerability.”

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Relating to Adult Children, pt5

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 06:01:41 -0000

Demonstrate to your kids that God has hope for them always.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about being an ambassador of hope to our adult children. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Relating to Adult Children, pt4

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 06:17:30 -0000

Our children never outgrow the need for tenderness in their life.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about being tender in how we relate and communicate with our adult children. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Relating to Adult Children, pt3

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 06:16:37 -0000

Affirmation overcomes hesitation.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about speaking affirmations to your adult children. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Relating to Adult Children, pt2

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 06:15:54 -0000

Embracing is a mindset, an attitude, a way to pursue.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about embracing your adult children without fear. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Relating to Adult Children, pt1

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 06:14:36 -0000

My influence is just that, influence, not control.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about respecting the autonomy and boundaries of your adult children. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Serving--The Importance of Teams, pt7

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 05:43:19 -0000

The entire objective of a strong leadership team is to serve others, to care for others, and to come alongside them.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about the importance of serving when on a team. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Equipped--The Importance of Teams, pt6

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 07:37:54 -0000

Any team that hopes to be effective, needs to be trained and equipped.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about the process she used of training and equipping her leadership team. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Established--The Importance of Teams, pt5

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 07:36:50 -0000

In order to create a strong, established team, the members of that team have to realize that we are building for permanence.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about being established--committed to be part of and serve in your local church for the long haul. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Restored--The Importance of Teams, pt4

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 05:57:00 -0000

You don’t come to a team in a perfect state; in a team, we work together to be a useful, viable, and helpful team.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about the process of being restored. It is a process of allowing God to do a healing work in our hearts; a process we have to allow and, often, those healing touches come from those around us. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

Teachable--The Importance of Teams, pt3

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 05:56:24 -0000

If we want to build for permanence, there should be a team of people around us walking in sync with the vision God has put in our hearts.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about how being teachable is a key element to a healthy team. There is a great commitment that must come within a team to trustworthiness. If we are going to learn to be teachable, we have to learn to be vulnerable. For more information on Flourish or to join our community of women, visit NRPFlourish.com

The Importance of Teams, pt2

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 06:12:00 -0000

In our teams, we should walk in unity, have the same heart, have the same mind, united in spirit, and intent on one purpose. (Phil 2:2)

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny reminds us that integrity calls for us to learn, especially in a church setting, how to deal with conflict and to deal with it well; not arrogantly or through gossip, but through interpersonal, face-to-face communication and humility. When we learn these things well, our church becomes a better place.

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The Importance of Teams, pt1

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 06:10:00 -0000

Anything that functions successfully, that reproduces, remains stable, and stays unified, requires solid and consistent leadership and training.

In this episode of the Flourish podcast, Penny talks about how building leadership teams in the church is one of the most effective, life giving, enjoyable, and practical things she’s ever done.

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