Reading Between the Lines

Faith Is the Currency of the Kingdom

Have you ever wondered why God's promises don't seem to be showing up in your life, even though you're doing everything you believe He asked you to do?
In this episode, I share a personal realization from Romans 4 that challenged my thinking about faith, works, and God's promises. We'll explore how our view of God shapes our expectations and three questions that can help uncover beliefs that may be holding us back. 
Do you want to grow stronger in your faith and knowledge of the Kingdom? Living Strong in the Kingdom of God is a 7-week Bible study that teaches the basics of the Christian faith. Available from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3QufOhQ

The Power of Praise: Our Sickle of Harvest

Do you planting seeds into the kingdom of God but failing to harvest that crop? In Mark 4, Jesus said the kingdom of God works like a farmer does. We plant seed, it grows and ripens and then we harvest it. In today’s episode I look at bringing in our harvest and how praise plays a part in that process.
Kenneth E. Hagin’s “Start Your Day in Faith” message: https://youtu.be/JbRp4ooYggY?si=FqJkLuNtkWNPU2Gp
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Gaining God's Wisdom: Co-Creating with God Part 2

Imagine what your life might be like if you had all the answers you needed. Sounds impossible, but that’s exactly what God specializes in—the impossible.
In today’s episode, I look at the life of George Washington Carver. He sought the Lord for answers, and God brought them, changing the economic environment of the South in the 1900s.
God has a plan and a purpose for our lives. When we seek him and come into agreement with his Word, we can co-create with him in whatever field of endeavor he has called us to.
Listen in and discover how.
 
History on George Washington Carver: https://www.renewanation.org/post/george-washington-carver-transformed-the-economy-of-the-south-by-applying-biblical-truth
 
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Co-Creating with God

Creativity resides within us all. It's part of our DNA.
Maybe you don't think of yourself as being creative, but you are...you can be, by partnering with God. No matter what field you work in, you can co-create with God to invent something new, or innovate a new process in your industry, or find a new solution to an old problem.
Listen in and discover how you can co-create with God. 

When Your Prayers Seem Unanswered

In this episode, I tackle the challenge of unanswered prayer and the disappointment it can bring to faith. I share biblical insight and practical strategies for:
strengthening belief,
aligning your words with God’s promises, and
avoiding doubt that can hinder answers.
You’ll learn how to plant and nurture faith through Scripture, trust God’s process, and remain confident while you wait.
Gary Keesee sermon: “How Do You Deal with Disappointed Faith?” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xh5gEyXnp_4&t=2376s

Just Enough Isn't Holiness: Embracing God's Design for Abundance

In this episode of Reading Between the Lines, I challenge long-held religious beliefs about money and wealth.
I unpack the difference between the spiritual and natural realms, revealing how faith and provision operate in each. Through biblical insight, I reframe wealth as a tool—not evil—and invites listeners to embrace abundance as part of God’s design to bless others and advance kingdom work.

The 3 Keys to Living in God's Abundance

God never intended for His children to live in lack, sickness, or barely getting by. In this episode, Debra unpacks what it really means to live the abundant life Jesus promised—and why that life is available right now, not just in heaven.
You’ll learn the three key components to thriving with Christ: your words, your beliefs, and your faith. Discover how the words you speak shape your reality, that belief drives your actions, and how faith activates God’s promises in your life.
If you’re ready to stop surviving and start living in God’s fullness, this episode will show you how to align your life with His Word.

When the Enemy Attacks, Speak the Word

When doubt whispers and temptation knocks, what’s your response? In this episode, you'll find a powerful reminder straight from Scripture: God’s Word is your weapon. 
As a royal child of God, you’ve been given power and authority to push back against fear, temptation, and lies. The key is learning to replace those thoughts with truth from the Bible and declaring it out loud. 
In this episode, you’ll discover: 
Why Scripture is a powerful weapon against doubt and temptation
How speaking God’s Word strengthens faith and renews your mind 
Simple ways to start using specific verses to confront personal struggles 
If you’ve ever struggled with negative thoughts, spiritual discouragement, or wavering faith, this episode will remind you that you’re not powerless—you’re equipped. 
Stand on the Word. Speak the truth. Live like the royalty God says you are. 
Podcast referenced: When Doubt Creeps In  Every Day in His Presence, 365-day devotional, Charles Stanley (This is an affiliate link. I may earn a commission if you purchase through this link at no extra cost to you.)Unshakable Faith: Living Strong in the Kingdom of God 

When Doubt Creeps In

Have you ever looked at the vision for your life and quietly wondered if it will ever really happen? If so, you’re not alone—and struggling with doubt doesn’t mean you lack faith.
In this episode, we’re talking honestly about doubt: where it comes from, why resisting it actually makes it stronger, and what to do instead. You’ll learn how to acknowledge doubt without letting it run the show, how to turn your focus back to truth, and how God’s promises still stand—even when your faith feels shaky.
We’ll walk through powerful scriptures like Numbers 23:19, James 1:5–8, Mark 9:23–24, and Philippians 4:8 to uncover what God says about belief, trust, and possibility. And yes—there is grace for the prayer, “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief.”
If you’re facing a situation that has you questioning, wavering, or second-guessing God, this episode will help you refocus on what’s true and strengthen your faith right where you are. 
 
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Where It All Began

I never set out to become an editor, even though I’ve now been doing it for 15 years. Today, I sit back to enjoy a conversation with the writer who hired me to edit her book, and began my career as a freelance editor. Catherine Brakefield is the award-winning author of the Destiny Series and more. 
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