Jacque and Friends
What is better than a great conversation with a friend?
Each time we meet I'll be talking to a friend (or two) and together we’ll share our stories, thoughts, and ideas to bring encouragement, inspiration, and joy to us all!
Let’s grow together, love deeper, enjoy life, and see good, and God, in all things!
Episodes
37 episodes
The Shepherd’s Promise: Psalm 23 for Today
My best friend -my husband Brian -is joining me today to discuss the timeless comfort of Psalm 23 and bring it into your everyday life. We connect ancient shepherd imagery to our modern need for guidance, rest and hope. Whether you’re wal...
From Pain to Power - Overcoming Bullying
In this episode I sit down with Daniel Sochay, a young man who bravely sharers his life experience of being bullied. We explore the lasting impact, his journey toward healing, and the power of forgiveness. We talk about how we can grow th...
Light Beyond Sight – Faith and Joy in the Everyday Life of One Who is Blind.
This week I have a great conversation with Sharon Brown, a woman who was born blind but sees the world so clearly. She sees through a lens of love, faith, hope, and grace. Together, we talk about her journey, what it is like to not ...
Thriving Beyond Adversity
In this episode I enjoyed the most inspiring conversation with my friend Karen Matteo. She is an incredible woman who experienced a life-changing stroke eight years ago. Despite the many challenges she faces, she radiates positivity, resi...
Stress Less – Live More…and Longer
I have had a wakeup call from a health scare that was caused by stress. I am growing through this experience and want to share it with you. We can’t get away from stress in this life. It impacts our mental, physical and spiritual he...
Music and Metaphors: A Conversation with Isabelle Thom
This conversation with singer/songwriter Isabelle Thom is filled with wisdom, grace, inspiration and beautiful metaphors that will help us see God’s unconditional love more clearly. You will want to go to her website, read her musings and...
Every Sunrise is a Chance to Try Again
oday’s episode is an uplifting conversation about embracing fresh starts and new beginnings. My dear friend Diane Rodine and I discuss the importance of letting go of past disappointments in ourselves, setting realistic expectations, and ...
Living a Life That Honors
What if the key to a more meaning and joy filled life is as simple as showing honor – to God and to the people around us? In this episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to live with honor every day, why it matters, and how...
Grateful, Grace-Filled Grieving
In this powerful episode, I’m joined by my dear friend Andrea (Foti) Phillips—someone I’ve known and loved for many years. Every time I’m with her, I leave feeling encouraged and uplifted. Today, Andrea shares her journey through the heartbreak...
A Lifetime of Learning...From every Generation
Chad Nelson is back for a great conversation about the joy of lifelong learning. We talk specifically about what we have learned from our kids and the younger generation. This episode is filled with great stories and many valuable thought...
Kindness: The Superpower We All Have
In this episode I welcome my wonderful husband, Brian, and our conversation about the power of kindness will inspire you! Kindness can create a ripple effect, transforming our relationships, communities, and even our own well-being. It is...
Different by Design - Part 2
In this episode we will continue our conversation about the importance of how God designed you - with great Purpose! We look into Scriptures that illustrate that we each have a purpose to fulfill, and discuss how gave us the right tempera...
Different by Design - Part 1
We are all so different, yet we are called to live in community and to work together to share God’s love with this world. How do we do this? The best way to begin is to realize how different we all are – each one designed by God for...
Safety in Our Homes
An honest conversation about domestic abuse with Lissa Weimelt and Angie Bottema of Maria's Voice.More information on Maria's Voice at https://www.mariasvoice.org/
The Most Important, Life Changing Thing I Have Learned: I am Loved
I finally know – really know deep in my heart – that God loves me unconditionally. It’s not just words, or a hope … but becoming my reality. It took me many years to realize that I can’t earn His love. I tried – but I could never be good ...
The Importance of Making People Feel Special and Valued
My guest today is wise and so much fun! Chad Nelson is hilarious! We had a meaningful and joy-filled conversation about the importance of being intentional to tell and show people how valued and special they are to us. We also...
Let’s Remember Mr. Rogers and His Timeless Message of Love and Kindness - Part Two
Brian and I resume our great conversation of Mr. Rogers’ legacy. We talk about some of his greatest quotes in this episode and we see again how to grow deeper in our relationships with one another by truly caring, being in the moment, lis...
Unraveling the Emotions of Mother’s Day
Motherhood is so beautiful, and Mother’s Day is an important day to honor our moms. However, for many people, Mother’s Day is a difficult day filled with emotional triggers that can cause sadness. My talented friend, Paulette Selvig, is g...
Let’s Remember Mr. Rogers and His Timeless Message of Love and Kindness
Did you, or your children, grow up being Mr. Rogers friend and neighbor? He was a source of compassion and learning, and an advocate for the beauty and value of children. Do you remember him saying, “I like you just the way you are.” He was acc...
Laughter: Making a Joyful Noise
In this joy filled conversation with my friend, Michelle Thielen, I think you will be inspired to add more joy and laughter into your daily life!! We talk about the many ways laughter makes us healthier physically, emotionall...
Silence & Solitude – Why it is Good for Us Physically, Spiritually and Relationally
This world is so loud and is constantly clamoring for our attention. So many distractions fill our day. It can be so exhausting. Today’s conversation is with my friend, Angie Bottema. She shares her personal experience about intenti...
Living with Chronic Pain…For When I Am Weak, Then I am Strong – Really?
I know you will be inspired by this meaningful conversation with my friend Lori Johnson. She lives in pain every day of her life. Over 20% of Americans experience daily debilitating pain. Lori tells us her story, and shares wh...
It is February – The LOVE Month!
We're talking about love from a few directions: first we'll discuss that great book "The Five Love Languages". We can love the people in our lives even better! My niece and friend, Kristi Peterson is with me today. ...
Let's Begin the Conversation... Why it’s Healthy to Talk About Death
This is a meaningful episode, and we even had a few laughs as we recorded it. When I consider my mortality – and those whom I love - I want to love them with more depth and purpose. I want to make good choices, and live my life the best ...
Ideas, Hacks, and Inspirations to Simplify and Thrive in 2024
This is a great opportunity to turn the page on a new year. Let’s add some simplicity, and new ideas of ways to do things into this year so we have more time to do all the great things we want to do, and have more time to be with the wond...