THE GOOD DAY

As the author of "Crushing Insecurity," Dr. Kim Allen is sharing how we can identify and overcome the voice of insecurity so we can more fully step into the purpose God has for us. With her doctorate in Theology and professional background, she has served in IT, Education, and Spiritual Leadership. Her passion is developing and presenting curricula and also mentoring women who need technical skills to return to the workplace. Today, we're talking about: - When we're rebuilding a life or relationship, how to overcome the insecurity of re-entry - If we will start by meeting practical needs of others, God will use us to serve their supernatural needs as well - Storms in life - how God uses these to redirect us and reset our priorities

Misty Phillip is a speaker and the author of the award-winning #1 Amazon New Release Bible Study, "The Struggle is Real: But so is God." As founder of Spark Media, she helps equips Christian Communicators and podcasters and also serves as host of the By His Grace Podcast ranked in the top 1.5 percent of all podcasts. Today, we are talking about: - When the struggle is REAL and we wonder: Can God really use this for His glory and my good? - The heartache, pain, and suffering this side of heaven can cripple us, but it doesn’t have to. How do we overcome? - What it looks like to activate God's Word in our lives Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Love the boxwood look but hate the price tag? Yep, me too. That's why when we saw $400 on the rental for a boxwood cake table, I looked at Will and said, "Hmm, let's try that!" And goodness, so glad we did! It turned out so well we've even had friends use it for their weddings. It was a really fun project to do together too. Thankfully, this is not 'Dubya's first rodeo when it comes to building things! If we can do it, you can do it, too! Whatcha say? Let’s try that...create a boxwood table! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__cofer/ facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

"Teach me somethin' so I can impress somebody" - these are words I heard a friend say to his piano teacher. After the first lesson, the teacher lost his patience and said, "You are unteachable!" Though we now laugh about this, I have to believe it was less about the student and more the content of the lesson. Today's lesson is a cookie recipe, and I promise even the most culinary challenged will feel like a Top Chef with this simple, easy and super tasty recipe. Almond Melt-Away cookies are perfect for a wedding rehearsal dinner like I did or a baby or bridal shower or even a sweet cap to a weeknight dinner. INGREDIENTS: (For the Cookies) 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 2 teaspoons almond extract (For the Almond Icing) 1 cup powdered sugar 1 to 2 tablespoons milk (or sub water) 1 teaspoon almond extract DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt. 3. In a stand mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and almond extract, mixing until combined. Add flour mixture 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until completely combined. 4. Roll 1 tablespoon of dough into small circles and then press with hands (or with the bottom of a cup) into a disk shape. Place on prepared baking sheet. 5. Bake for 8 minutes. The cookies will not look browned or cooked, but they are! Remove from oven and let cookies rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. 6. To Ice: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk and almond extract – until smooth. If your icing is too thick, add a splash more milk to thin it out. Using a spoon, smooth icing onto the top of each cookie and let set for 10 minutes, or until hardened. Store in the fridge, let come to room temperature when ready to serve. If I can do it, you can do it, too! Whatcha say? Let’s try that...almond melt-away cookies! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Needing a wooden cross for your wedding or event? Have you considered making it yourself but don't know where to begin? No worries, I was once in your shoes. Thankfully, my now husband, Will, is an expert at these things. I may be the one doing it, but he's the brains behind this. And goodness, watch 'til the end and see just how magnificent it turned out! If we can do it, you can do it, too! Whatcha say? Let’s try that...build a cross! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__cofer/ facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Like the idea of a charcuterie board but want to make it easy for your guests to mingle? Try these char"cute"rie cones! For Will & I's rehearsal dinner, we wanted to serve an easy appetizer but wanted people to mingle rather than sit down immediately. With charcuterie boards trending, I thought hmmm, what if we made these easy for people to walk around with by making individual charcuterie cones? Mom and I whipped these up earlier that day and gosh, they were a hit! People thought the caterer's provided these, but nope - everything came from Sam's. Jotting down the list of ingredients (but know there are no set rules - use what you like!) because these are now a staple for the holidays in our house. Cherry tomatoes on the vine Multi-colored cherry tomatoes Cheddar cheese, cubed Colby Jack cheese, cubed Italian Meats & Cheese Tray Long Pretzels Mini Pickles Crackers Strawberries Blackberries Grapes Chocolate Almond Thins (Fancy skewers, I ordered from Amazon) If we can do it, you can do it, too! Whatcha say? Let’s try that...Char"cute"rie Cones! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__cofer/ facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

When they greeted us with the best-smelling leis at the airport, I knew I wanted to learn how to make one. Thankfully, our resort held various classes during our stay - we attended all of them from making leis to weaving wearable art and baskets with palm leaves! Art class in paradise (Aitutaki, Cook Islands to be exact) has to be the creme de la creme of all art classes! Creating with beautiful creation - it just doesn't get better than that! If we can do it, you can do it, too! Whatcha say? Let’s try that...Make Leis & Weave Palm Leaves! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__cofer/ facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

When he picks you up for your first date in a blue Bronco, you know he's gotta be a heckuva good time! Turns out, he's just as kind and generous and loving toward people, too. I'm a blessed girl, indeed! And now, we're driving Broncos in the Texas hill country just for fun at the Bronco Roadeo! Who knew you could have such an adrenaline rush at 3mph? From now on, if the car can't climb a wall...we don't want it! P.S. You gotta watch this video on loud for the full effect! If we can do it, you can do it, too! Whatcha say? Let’s try that...off-road at the Bronco Roadeo! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__cofer/ facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

At age seventeen, Vlad Robinson was adopted with his brothers and left the only home he'd ever known - an orphanage in Ukraine - for a new and foreign home with his new family in the U.S. He's sharing his story and the moment in this journey when God became real to him. When Vlad is not rock climbing or wood working, he's serving his local church in the kids' ministry. Today, we're talking about: - His personal international adoption story - life in an orphanage in Ukraine to adjusting to life with his new family in the U.S. - Transitioning into a new family, culture and language at age seventeen - How God became real to him through this journey Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Ashley Fuhr is the founder of "No Such String" and a shining example of what it looks like to pray bold prayers (the ones we really don't want to pray) and bringing God what we have. She's sharing her story of how God grew their family through foster care and adoption. Today, we're talking about: - When God’s plans are very different than your own, how to embrace what is better when it's messy - Meet the Fuhr family, which God grew through adoption and how their desire for foster care started through social media and a burden - The power of bringing God what you have - whether it's your home or even glitter! Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Chelsea Sobolik is the author of Longing for Motherhood as well as a forthcoming book on women and work in addition to publications at the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The Gospel Coalition, Christianity Today, etc. She also serves as Senior Director of Policy and Advocacy for Lifeline Children's Services with previous service on Capitol Hill. Today, we're talking about: - A personal story of international adoption - When fertility is not just a struggle but a medical impossibility - the messy journey of surrendering this longing for motherhood to God - The silent struggle - how you can engage with the people around you and how others can offer support and space as needed Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Kate Battistelli is the author of "The God Dare" as well as a speaker, former acclaimed actress/singer in the NY Broadway Musical Theatre and mother of GRAMMY® Award-winning Contemporary Christian recording artist Francesca Battistelli. She says, “Sometimes your dreams do come true. Interesting that my big break was with 'The King and I.' Now it’s just the King…and i!” Today, we're talking about: - Saying “yes” when we’re terrified of doing so - The “chapter 4 moments" in our lives - how God takes our most painful regrets and redeems them for His glory - Struggles with infertility - learning how to trust God in both how and when He chooses to build your family Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Gaye Lindfors is the author of "Getting My Ducks in a Row." She is as witty and funny as she is caring and talented. Her background includes Industrial Relations and has served as president of the National Speakers Association/Minnesota chapter, and as Regional Director for Christian Women in Media. Today, we're talking about: - Getting our ducks in a row - is it possible? What if it's not even our own ducks but the ducks of others we're trying to corral? - How to endure seasons of caregiving for others with grace - How our response to hard times reveals our faith and can serve as the greatest witness to others Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Blythe Daniel and Dr. Helen McIntosh are a mother-daughter duo and co-authors of "I Love You, Mom!" and" Mended: Restoring the Hearts of Mothers and Daughters." Blythe serves as a literary agent and marketer and has written for Proverbs 31 Ministries, Focus on the Family, Ann Voskamp, etc. Helen serves as a counselor, speaker, educator, and author. Today, we're talking about: - Hints for Mother's Day ideas - The gift mothers really need - How to reconcile a broken relationship with your either your mother or child - Practical ways to support your children through all seasons of life - from the early childhood years through adulthood Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Amy & Blair Debrucque are a mother-daughter duo and co-authors of the book "Embolden." Amy is a wife, mom of four, author, podcaster and cancer survivor as well as the founder of the Life on Purpose Movement and host of the "Life on Purpose Podcast." Today, we're talking about: - Though sometimes messy, the reward of working together in a shared vision - Overcoming fears to live a life of purpose with confidence - Godly courage - what is it, what is it not, and what does it look like to walk forward in this? Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Kaitlin Garrison is the author of "Sweet Relief: How the Gospel Frees Us From a Life of Striving." In her own words, she is a writer, teacher, wife to the greatest redhead and wild about the One who set her free. She is learning how to live in the grace and freedom of Christ. Today, we're talking about: - The hilarious things kids say and do and the power of prepositions - Experience sweet relief, learn how to throw away the checklist and the cycles of striving - Enjoying God again - flipping the motivation switch from measuring our own righteousness to a place of freedom and desire Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Shea Watson is the co-host of The Pantry Podcast: Jesus, Not Junk Food with his wife, Michelle. As a modern-day prodigal son, he has experienced hope, healing and radical transformation from a life of addiction and brokenness through faith in Christ. Today, we're talking about: - Radical life transformation - from black sheep, army life, and addiction to a life of hope, healing and faith - While some say "it just worked out," others say it was a miracle - how do you know it was God? - When we're struggling to trust, how can we engage with God in the midst of our unbelief Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Have you ever found yourself shopping in someone else's cart? I don't mean stealing things out of their cart but getting inspiration. Well, that's what happened here. I was only at Trader Joe's for groceries and then I peeked in a lady's shopping cart and next thing you know I was picking out pieces for a pretty in pink Spring bouquet. I mean, tulips, a girl can't resist! Why spend lots on a floral arrangement when you can make one with just 20 bucks? If I can do it, you can do it, too! Whatcha say? Let’s try that...pretty in pink bouquet! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Yvette Walker is author of both fiction and non-fiction books, including the Christian title: "Whispering in His Ear." She serves as an educator and journalist at Oklahoma University and hosts the "Positively Joy" podcast. Today, we're talking about: - How to practice unexpected joy in all things - An easy way to measure the depth of a friendship and how to deepen a relationship - The God who listens and responds - how to discern the voice of God and how to develop the sensitivity to hear His voice Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Laynie Travis is the author of four Bible studies including "Do You See This Woman?" as well as two books and multiple teaching plans and YouVersion Bible plans. She is the founder of Take Heart Ministries and the Take Heart Conference and host of the "Gospel On The Go" podcast. Today, we're talking about: - Busyness - it doesn't have to steal your joy or your purpose; learn how to identify your priorities and stick to them - The power of taking a baby step, then the next - The God who sees - how we know this to be true of God's character and what it means for us today Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Ronne Rock is the author of "One Woman Can Change the World" and three devotionals as well as a writing coach, mentoring writers so they can find balance and helping them bring the message on their hearts into the world. She also serves as the Marketing & Special Initiatives Manager for Orphan Outreach. Today, we're talking about: - Who was the Proverbs 31 woman? Is it a checklist we can never achieve or something else? - Living as a world changer - how you can make an eternal impact right where you are - God’s will for your life - how to identify this and when you do, how to live it out Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Sarah Sundin is the bestselling author of "The Sound of Light," "When Twilight Breaks," "Until Leaves Fall in Paris," and the popular WWII series "Sunrise at Normandy" among others. She is a Christy Award finalist and a Carol Award winner, and her novels have received starred reviews from Booklist, Library Journal, and Publishers Weekly. She also serves as co-director of the West Coast Christian Writers Conference. Today, we're talking about: - How God uses our seemingly unrelated experiences to prepare us for our purpose - Real-life stories of the Denmark Resistance in WW2 which inspired this new work - Practical steps for living an undistracted life Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Rachael Adams is the author of A Little Goes a Long Way and host of The Love Offering podcast. She is a true southern mama who spends her days dreaming up ways of how to remind people like you that your life matters. Today, we're talking about: - Seeking significance and finding immense purpose in our ordinary moments - The gift of being seen by others and how we can live this out towards others - How to cultivate a lifestyle of paying attention and how contagious it can become for those around us Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Barbie Cake - It was a tradition my mom did for us, but turns out it started even before then. My grandma made a Barbie cake for my mom when she was a little girl. Now, it was time for my niece to experience the fun of seeing a Barbie in the center of her birthday cake! This was ambitious, no doubt, but the challenge energized me. It was a hit! Given this was my first attempt, I'd do things a little differently next time so leaving my notes here for my future self and for you if you want to give this a try! SUPPLIES: - 2 boxes of cake mix + ingredients listed on the box - 8" round cake pan (you will make 2 of these) - 6" round cake pan (you will make 1 of these) - Buttercream icing (I used store-bought) - Food coloring (to match the doll's skirt) - Icing spatula - Bread knife (to trim the cake) - Butter knife (to cut center hole) - Icing bags - Star tip for icing - Cake turn table (optional for ease of use) - Sprinkles if desired. INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Bake cakes per box directions. Let cool completely. 2. Stack cakes and cut center hole for doll's legs. 3. Trim cake in the shape of a skirt. 4. Deconstruct cake and add frosting between each layer. 5. Ice the outside of the cake (crumb layer is messy but don't give up! It gets better, I promise!) 6. Place the doll in the center hole with legs wrapped in saran wrap. 7. Use food coloring and make circular floral designs for the dress. Fill in holes as needed. 8. Add sprinkles if desired. 9. CELEBRATE! If I can do it, you can do it, too! Whatcha say? Let’s try that...make a Barbie cake! "C'mon Barbie, let's go party!" C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Paige Lewis is a powerful Bible teacher and speaker, serving primarily young adult women in her community. A modern-day Proverbs 31 woman, her dedication to the place the Lord has called her is evident in every facet of her life from fitness to caring for the elderly and those in her circle of influence. Today, we're talking about: - Functional fitness - what is it and how can it help you meet your personal fitness goals - Examples of Biblical strength and why one woman is often left out but why she should be in the line-up with Samson and Joshua - How to live out the command to "carry one another's burdens" with the help of the Holy Spirit Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Shawn Young and Dorina Lazo-Gilmore Young are husband and wife and co-authors of "Walk, Run, Soar." Dorina is also the author of five children's books as well as "Breathing Through Grief" and president of Redbud Writers Guild and Lead Loved. Additionally, they host the "Eat Pray Run" podcast. Today, we're talking about: - Tips for beginners wanting to reach a running goal or start a running program - How we can experience more of God and grow closer to Him through fitness - Hard-won insight for overcoming the grievous hurdles in our lives Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Have you been thinking about a new fitness goal for this year? This time last year, I had decided I would run my second half marathon. Though I had already done it once before and had a great experience, I was intimidated all over again. This intimidation grew louder when I received the email last February that the half marathon I had signed up for two years before which had been postponed due to Covid was back on and happening in March in Napa Valley, California. I texted a close friend to see if she'd join me and by the next day, my training for my half got REAL. I had six weeks to prepare for a half marathon! Sheesh! Now, I'm sharing this journey with you - the day in, day out training - to help all of you who believe what I used to believe - that marathons and 5k's are only for "runners." Running has never come easy to me, but it has been a space where I've connected more tangibly with God and I believe it can be a similar experience for you, too. Learn how to go from the couch to a half marathon (or two!) with interval training. (And, grab a copy of "Walk, Run, Soar" by Shawn Young and Dorina Lazo-Gilmore Young to help you align your faith and fitness each step of the way.) If I can do it, you can do it, too! Whatcha say? Let’s try that...run a half marathon! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Candace Williams is the owner and creator of Sling Bungee Fitness and Equipment. Fitness became impossible for her after giving birth to her daughter due to an autoimmune disorder affecting her muscle fibers and connective tissues. In the depths of depression, her faith and athletic training kicked in. Today, we're talking about: - Fitness and faith - are these separate or more connected than they initially seem? - What to do when your prayers seem unanswered and you feel invisible - The power of prayer and what it looks like to intercede in prayer Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Tracey Mitchell is the author of "Becoming Brave," "The Invitation," and "Downside Up." She is a Bible teacher and conference speaker, founder & CEO of the THRIVE Conference, was awarded the Christian Literary Award in the non-fiction category in 2019, and host of the "Think Big" podcast. Today, we're talking about: - What does it look like to be brave and how do we become brave? - The root problem beneath every issue we face - How to erode fear and doubt so we can start the new year thinking BIG and dreaming wildly Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/

Stephen Roach is author of "Naming the Animals" and "5 Creativity Killers and How to Avoid Them", founder of The Breath and The Clay Creative Arts Organization, and host of the 5 star podcast, "Makers & Mystics." Today, we're talking about: - The problem with believing "not everyone is creative" - When you feel you don't have enough _____ to do that thing on your heart - God's creative process and how you can find freedom as you join Him in it! Listen to the full episode wherever you like to listen to podcasts! C A N D A C E C O F E R author + speaker website | https://www.candacecofer.com/ instagram | https://www.instagram.com/candace__co... facebook | https://www.facebook.com/candace.cofer/