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Hey there friends! Thanks so much for stopping by, I’m Michelle Castro, the host of the Consider Jesus Podcast. I’ve gone back and forth on what to share here and how to prepare you for what’s to come. I’m a bottom line kinda girl and the nuts and bolts of it is…I want to encourage you to CONSIDER JESUS in all you do, but I also want to do that while having REAL, RAW, and HONEST conversations about those things we, as Christians, just don’t seem to talk about. Things like grief, sex, loss, marriage, parenting, mental health, friendships, and so much more! Through the ups and downs of my own personal story I’ve kinda become the one who tends to rip the bandaid off and say the hard things. Not because it comes naturally…nope, I’d really prefer to keep my dirt hidden, but because, the Lord has so kindly shown me that I am NOT THE ONLY ONE walking these different roads! I know you have a lot on your plate…whether it’s being a wife, mama, working, all of these, some of these, or completely different things…I want this place to be a space of comfort and encouragement! hebrews 3:1 says “Therefore, holy brothers, you who share in a heavenly calling, consider Jesus, the apostle and high priest of our confession, Webster’s dictionary defines “consider” like this: “to gaze on steadily or reflectively” I LOVE that! I want to gaze steadily upon Jesus. I want to REFLECT Him in all I do…and I’m guessing…you do too! It’s my desire through this podcast to point you to Jesus while sharing real life stuff with you! You’ll hear from me and some pretty incredible guests. I’m not your typical 51 year old…I have fuschia hair, like my free people barrels, I’m just as happy reading a book on the couch as I am with my miter saw in the garage working on some hair-brained DIY project. I love a little coffee with my creamer, sitting around the kitchen table catching up with my family, and I’ll drive just about anywhere if tacos are involved! Thanks for taking a listen…I’ll see ya inside the pod! :)
Episodes
Tuesday Nov 19, 2024
Tuesday Nov 19, 2024
Welcome to “8 DAYS OF GRATITUDE, THANKING THE LORD FOR WHO HE IS” a series from the Consider Jesus Podcast. Each day will be a short little power shot of scripture pointing you and reminding you WHO OUR GOD is. I encourage you to download the meditate, pray, journal workbook where you can follow along each day and then spend more time meditating upon each scripture and really thanking the Lord for WHO HE IS!
FOLLOW ALONG WITH THE FREE GRATITUDE WORKBOOK - a place where you can meditate, pray, and journal about each attribute of God.
Let's become women who are in love with our Savior! I promise, the more you know WHO your God is, the more you will love him, and the more contagious your love for Him will be to those around you!
I'm so thankful for you and excited to do this with you!
xx, Michelle
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Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
Welcome to “8 DAYS OF GRATITUDE, THANKING THE LORD FOR WHO HE IS” a series from the Consider Jesus Podcast. Each day will be a short little power shot of scripture pointing you and reminding you WHO OUR GOD is. I encourage you to download the meditate, pray, journal workbook where you can follow along each day and then spend more time meditating upon each scripture and really thanking the Lord for WHO HE IS!
FOLLOW ALONG WITH THE FREE GRATITUDE WORKBOOK - a place where you can meditate, pray, and journal about each attribute of God.
Let's become women who are in love with our Savior! I promise, the more you know WHO your God is, the more you will love him, and the more contagious your love for Him will be to those around you!
I'm so thankful for you and excited to do this with you!
xx, Michelle
HAVE A QUESTION OR PODCAST SUGGESTION?
Contact the CJ team at itsmemichellecastro@gmail.com
Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
Hey there friends!
Today's conversation is so sweet! We go from parenting to losing a loved one to the HOPE that only Jesus can bring.
I had to privilege to sit down with Chelsey DeMatteis. She's a wife, mom, author, speaker, podcaster, but most importantly, she loves the Lord Jesus with all her heart! She shares about her rebellion as a young girl and how the Lord has captured her heart. Now she uses her voice to encourage other women, wives, and moms to live with less of this world and more of Jesus.
You will LOVE her Advent devotional - grab it now so you can start on December 1st.
xx, michelle
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Thursday Nov 21, 2024
Thursday Nov 21, 2024
Welcome to “8 DAYS OF GRATITUDE, THANKING THE LORD FOR WHO HE IS” a series from the Consider Jesus Podcast. Each day will be a short little power shot of scripture pointing you and reminding you WHO OUR GOD is. I encourage you to download the meditate, pray, journal workbook where you can follow along each day and then spend more time meditating upon each scripture and really thanking the Lord for WHO HE IS!
FOLLOW ALONG WITH THE FREE GRATITUDE WORKBOOK - a place where you can meditate, pray, and journal about each attribute of God.
Let's become women who are in love with our Savior! I promise, the more you know WHO your God is, the more you will love him, and the more contagious your love for Him will be to those around you!
I'm so thankful for you and excited to do this with you!
xx, Michelle
HAVE A QUESTION OR PODCAST SUGGESTION?
Contact the CJ team at itsmemichellecastro@gmail.com
Friday Nov 22, 2024
Friday Nov 22, 2024
Welcome to “8 DAYS OF GRATITUDE, THANKING THE LORD FOR WHO HE IS” a series from the Consider Jesus Podcast. Each day will be a short little power shot of scripture pointing you and reminding you WHO OUR GOD is. I encourage you to download the meditate, pray, journal workbook where you can follow along each day and then spend more time meditating upon each scripture and really thanking the Lord for WHO HE IS!
FOLLOW ALONG WITH THE FREE GRATITUDE WORKBOOK - a place where you can meditate, pray, and journal about each attribute of God.
Let's become women who are in love with our Savior! I promise, the more you know WHO your God is, the more you will love him, and the more contagious your love for Him will be to those around you!
I'm so thankful for you and excited to do this with you!
xx, Michelle
HAVE A QUESTION OR PODCAST SUGGESTION?
Contact the CJ team at itsmemichellecastro@gmail.com
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Welcome to “8 DAYS OF GRATITUDE, THANKING THE LORD FOR WHO HE IS” a series from the Consider Jesus Podcast. Each day will be a short little power shot of scripture pointing you and reminding you WHO OUR GOD is. I encourage you to download the meditate, pray, journal workbook where you can follow along each day and then spend more time meditating upon each scripture and really thanking the Lord for WHO HE IS!
FOLLOW ALONG WITH THE FREE GRATITUDE WORKBOOK - a place where you can meditate, pray, and journal about each attribute of God.
Let's become women who are in love with our Savior! I promise, the more you know WHO your God is, the more you will love him, and the more contagious your love for Him will be to those around you!
I'm so thankful for you and excited to do this with you!
xx, Michelle
HAVE A QUESTION OR PODCAST SUGGESTION?
Contact the CJ team at itsmemichellecastro@gmail.com
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Welcome to “8 DAYS OF GRATITUDE, THANKING THE LORD FOR WHO HE IS” a series from the Consider Jesus Podcast. Each day will be a short little power shot of scripture pointing you and reminding you WHO OUR GOD is. I encourage you to download the meditate, pray, journal workbook where you can follow along each day and then spend more time meditating upon each scripture and really thanking the Lord for WHO HE IS!
FOLLOW ALONG WITH THE FREE GRATITUDE WORKBOOK - a place where you can meditate, pray, and journal about each attribute of God.
Let's become women who are in love with our Savior! I promise, the more you know WHO your God is, the more you will love him, and the more contagious your love for Him will be to those around you!
I'm so thankful for you and excited to do this with you!
xx, Michelle
HAVE A QUESTION OR PODCAST SUGGESTION?
Contact the CJ team at itsmemichellecastro@gmail.com
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Welcome to “8 DAYS OF GRATITUDE, THANKING THE LORD FOR WHO HE IS” a series from the Consider Jesus Podcast. Each day will be a short little power shot of scripture pointing you and reminding you WHO OUR GOD is. I encourage you to download the meditate, pray, journal workbook where you can follow along each day and then spend more time meditating upon each scripture and really thanking the Lord for WHO HE IS!
FOLLOW ALONG WITH THE FREE GRATITUDE WORKBOOK - a place where you can meditate, pray, and journal about each attribute of God.
Let's become women who are in love with our Savior! I promise, the more you know WHO your God is, the more you will love him, and the more contagious your love for Him will be to those around you!
I'm so thankful for you and excited to do this with you!
xx, Michelle
HAVE A QUESTION OR PODCAST SUGGESTION?
Contact the CJ team at itsmemichellecastro@gmail.com
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Hey there friends!
In this episode, Michelle Castro and Joy Johnson explore the journey of podcasting, the importance of supportive relationships, and the profound impact of grief and motherhood. Joy shares her personal story of loss, the challenges of navigating grief, and how her experiences have shaped her into a resilient individual. The conversation emphasizes the significance of community, faith, and healing in the face of adversity, ultimately highlighting the transformative power of motherhood and the grace of God. In this conversation, Michelle Castro shares her journey of motherhood, faith, and emotional health. She reflects on the transformative power of motherhood, the importance of recognizing God's presence in life's details, and the need for emotional and spiritual growth. Michelle emphasizes the strength found in vulnerability and the significance of community and encouragement in faith. She also discusses the reality of spiritual warfare and the importance of fighting for one's faith and well-being. Throughout the conversation, Michelle inspires listeners to embrace their testimonies and the goodness of God in their lives.
CONNECT WITH JOY:
https://linktr.ee/joyfulfit_life
INSTGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/joyfulfit_life/
Have an idea, question, or episode suggestion? Contact us at itsmemichellecastro@gmail.com
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and Connection
02:57 The Journey to Podcasting
06:13 Celebrating Supportive Relationships
09:05 Navigating Grief and Loss
16:07 Finding Healing Through Motherhood
27:17 The Transformative Power of Motherhood
30:06 God's Presence in Life's Details
35:25 Navigating Pregnancy with Faith
40:09 Emotional Health and Spiritual Growth
44:57 The Strength Found in Vulnerability
49:41 Understanding Spiritual Warfare
52:57 Encouragement and Community in Faith
Friday Dec 06, 2024
Friday Dec 06, 2024
In this episode of the Consider Jesus podcast, I'm sharing an email I received from a listener. I know she's not alone in feeling distant in her marriage. She emphasizes the importance of honest conversations, the power of prayer, and practical steps to strengthen marital relationships. Michelle shares her personal experiences and encourages listeners to prioritize prayer and communication in their marriages, offering hope and practical advice for those facing similar challenges.
Are you struggling with something in your marriage?
Can you relate to this wife's email?
Have you walked this road and come out the other side?
I'd love to hear from you!
send me an email at itsmemichellecastro@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram @itsmemichellecastro