If you know me, I always spend time at the end of the year reflecting on the previous year. I hope you do the same. But, then, it's important to look ahead. Set some goals. If you need help, please reach out. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader and Kingdom Influencer YouTube - Jamelle Godlewski

Winter has arrived in Northeast Indiana and I am not a fan. Anyone else struggle in the winter? What do you do to help yourself? I will share my struggle and how I am choosing to cope. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader and Kingdom Influencer YouTube - Jamelle Godlewski

Do you make lists? Do you have post it notes everywhere? Are you one that likes to be able check things off? AND, the more you get checked off, well, the better. Right? I am this person. I like lists, I make lists, I like having post it notes everywhere. But, in the past, this 'checking things off' has gotten me in trouble. In this episode I dive into my infatuation with checklists and how I changed my mindset. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram ...

Have you ever just be completely wiped out? Spent. And, ever had the thought, "I don't know why I am so tired?" We live in a society where working hard is not just expected, but applauded. We also live in a society where we don't talk about our emotions, our stress and how they are affecting us. Well, that is what I am going to talk about in this episode! You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader...

I hope I am not the only that struggles with comparison. I think our culture, perhaps our flawed humanity, leads us to look at others and then, sometimes, our brain sends us negative messages about ourselves. I have found that I have had to develop strategies for overcoming comparison and the negative thoughts that come with it. I will share my own experiences in this episode and I would love to know about yours! You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Ja...

Do you listen to Christian radio? Do you follow and/or listen to Brandon Lake, Elevation, Bethel and such? If so, then you have heard the song "Make Room." In this episode I break down a verse and the chorus, and I question myself and hope to challenge others. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader and Kingdom Influencer YouTube - Jamelle Godlewski

Do you ever get lost and need GPS to get your way out? Or, if you are like me, you sometimes make wrong turns even using GPS! I find using GPS to be a lot like life - you make turns, you think you are going the right direction and then you need to re-calculate. In this episode I will share my own experiences and try to give a little bit of advice about how to re-calculate. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle ...

I am sure glad I can laugh about this now. According to some people, I am so crazy, maybe even evil, that I am not really a Christian. It is laughable. But here we are, living in a world where we look for division instead of unity. We search for ways to spew negativity, hatred and judgement others instead of finding commonalities, things we agree on, and voicing encouragement. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jame...

Matthew 13 has a very interesting parable regarding weeds in the wheat field. I think when you look at the context, original language and how Jesus describes meaning to His disciples, you will find a stern warning about being an obsessive weed whacker. Even if you are not a Christian, I think even you will agree with these life lessons. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader and Kingdom Influe...

Barna research has found that over 70% of people would say they are spiritual. So, how do we grow our spirituality? Have you found there are days, there are times where you feel close with the Creator and times you feel so lost? Have you established any habits or routine that keeps you 'in check'? I will continue using the book Domestic Monastery as I dive into ritual and spirituality. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebo...

Do you have friends? Good friends? Dare I say, godly friends? And, what does it mean to have true friends? I just finished a book called, Domestic Monastery by Ronald Rolheiser that was very impactful. In today's episode I will share his thoughts on true friendship. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader and Kingdom Influencer YouTube - Jamelle Godlewski

In this last episode, I will finish up what Bonhoeffer has to say in how Christians live and act in the world. As I finished this book, I was incredibly impacted that although everyone I know in the ministry/theology world would recognize Dietrich Bonhoeffer for his wisdom, we are far far from actually applying his words to our lives. It actually causes my heart and my spirit to grieve. Lord, have mercy on those of us who call ourselves disciples and Christ. Convict us so we will change our w...

In this episode, I will be reading parts of the book in which Bonhoeffer discusses how Christians should interact with other Christians AND nonbelievers. Boy, we are not even close to doing these things. Again, it just amazes me how this theologian is read and studied at most seminaries and ministry programs, yet we fail miserably to apply any of his teachings. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader...

For a few episodes, I am going to be reading and discussing parts of well-respected and studied theologian, Dietrich Bonhoeffer's book 'The Cost of Discipleship.' I find these words timeless. It also makes me shake my head as it seems we study these words, we respect his teachings, but we are far far far from taking them to heart. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader and Kingdom Influencer YouTube...

Do you think about the future? Do you think about the fact that what we say and do now will not just effect our kids, our grandkids but generations we will never see or know? In today's episode, I talk about just this. I fear we are not sowing seeds of love. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader and Kingdom Influencer YouTube - Jamelle Godlewski

Does it seem like there are some people that are, well, self-righteous? Do you feel like there are levels of 'goodness'? If you are like me, you have made some mistakes. Like my sin was worse than others. I don't think that is the case. In this episode I will share my heart, my soul and my thinking. I have burdened this Lenten season. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader and Kingdom Influenc...

What are the characteristics that make up a fox? (And I don't mean small, cute and furry!) Bad news- we are foxes. It's part of our human nature. Within the church, it has always been a problem. As Christians, it is still a huge issue and until we humbly admit it, we can't 'grow.' People that are not believers see this character flaw, as a matter of fact, it is glaring. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle God...

You might here someone say, "I am going to give up chocolate for Lent." Ever wonder why? Like, what is really the point? In today's episode I give some background for 'why' and how even if you are not a Catholic or even a Christian, how the practice of 'fasting' or just self-reflection and cleansing is really a good thing. Give a listen and share! You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader and Kin...

My daughter is actively growing her faith with a diverse group of girls at college. One evening after Bible study she called and asked me what is the purpose of going to church? Good question! Take a listen and let me know your thoughts! You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodlewski.com Instagram - Jamelle Godlewski Facebook - Jamelle Godlewski - Leader and Kingdom Influencer YouTube - Jamelle Godlewski

Is Generation Z some mysterious life form? Or, maybe you think of them in relation to 'church' or 'religion' and you might think they are so lost and doomed and just a result of today's evil or liberal culture. I want to challenge that thought process! In this episode and a few to come, I will share research that has been done regarding Gen Z and really how they are no different from you and I and really from humans from creation. You can find out more about Jamelle at www.jamellegodl...