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​Givercise™ Shorts is a Christian storytelling podcast about inspirational fitness, health, and lifestyle experiences. ​Our mission for this podcast is to share Christian inspirational words through storytelling in order to build a strong community of faithful people. We encourage our listeners to capture the message of each story to be remembered as a nugget of encouragement. Visit: www.giverciseshorts.com

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Houston, TX

Description:

​Givercise™ Shorts is a Christian storytelling podcast about inspirational fitness, health, and lifestyle experiences. ​Our mission for this podcast is to share Christian inspirational words through storytelling in order to build a strong community of faithful people. We encourage our listeners to capture the message of each story to be remembered as a nugget of encouragement. Visit: www.giverciseshorts.com

Language:

English


Episodes
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Episode 21: Giving an Exercise of Faith-Julie Castro

10/19/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Julie Castro. Julie Castro resurrected Fiesta Publishing, the company her mother co-founded over 20 years ago in order to publish the book she wrote, On Earth as It Is in Heaven, a Personal Allegory. It was the catalyst for her call to ministry, a call she didn’t know existed until a few years ago. Obedience to God’s instruction to write the book opened the door for Julie to assist with the women's ministry at her local church where she was responsible for...

Duration:00:18:31

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Episode 20: How to Overcome the Labels of the Demonic Forces of Fear- John Di Lemme

6/21/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is John Di Lemme. In September 2001, John Di Lemme founded Di Lemme Development Group, Inc., a company known worldwide for its role in expanding the personal development industry and teaching business owners how to be successful in any economy. As President and CEO, John strives for excellence in every area of his business and believes that you must surround yourself with a like-minded team in order to stay on top of your game. In addition to building...

Duration:00:20:04

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Episode 19 - Making Music Work...Out! - Damien Horne

6/14/2016
There’s something very special about Damien. Actually, “special” may not be the best word. In times like these, in the world that we live in, there’s something relevant, significant and necessary about Damien--- and people like him. You can go to pretty much any search engine, put “Damien Horne” in the search field and read about his life story and credentials. The cliff notes is that he’s from Hickory, North Carolina. He’s one of 12 children (a blended family). He’s a middle child,...

Duration:00:22:46

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Episode 18 - The True Story of Food Addiction: Your Own Will Power Won’t Move the Needle Here - Kathy Strahan

5/10/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Kathy Strahan. As a totally blind person (since age two), she naturally inspires people. Inspire them just by being her. She sees herself as a regular person who finds that blindness for her is the least of her life’s challenges. For most people, her attitude about her blindness is surprising and inspirational. Especially when they observe that she has a regular life. She is Married to a sighted guy. Running their household. Teaching others about preparing...

Duration:00:20:27

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Episode 17 - Why women love strong men: Being the Strong Man A Woman Wants - Elliott Katz

5/3/2016
In today’s episode, our storyteller is Elliott Katz. Elliott Katz is a professional speechwriter in Toronto and the author of seven nonfiction books. Audiences find him informative and lively. He teaches the principles in this book to men and women, and speaks at seminars and conferences. After the end of a relationship, Elliott Katz sought to learn about being a man in a relationship. He found books on marriage and relationships said little to him. He found powerful timeless insights in the...

Duration:00:12:30

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Episode 16 - The Covering of God's Protection - Alexis Nicole White

4/26/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Alexis Nicole White. ALEXIS NICOLE WHITE was born in Gary, Indiana, where she lived with her grandparents. Raised an only child, Alexis developed a passion for the arts; reading, writing and acting. As early as middle school, she began to expand upon her creative talents by writing books, plays and even publishing poetry. In college, her talents grew into professional journalism with blogging, radio and television. After moving to Atlanta to pursue her...

Duration:00:16:05

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Episode 15 - By Meeting My Needs, I Honor God- Nancy Virden

4/19/2016
​In this episode, Nancy Virden will be sharing her story. She is a suicide attempt survivor who is passionate about sharing hope with those in emotional pain. She is also an author, a Mental Health and Recovery Advocate, and Founder of Always the Fight Ministries. Her books titled​, Called to Live: A Chronicle of Recovery After Attempted Suicide, and Always the Fight: A Living Testimony of What Only God Can Do, inspire readers to relate and find hope. You can learn more about these and her...

Duration:00:10:24

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Episode 14 - My Walk: Calling to Be A Healer - Braxton Cosby

4/12/2016
In today’s episode, Braxton Cosby will be sharing his story. Braxton Cosby is a father of three girls and a husband of one amazing wife. He is a believer and has been called to share his experiences of his life as a Christian. Also, he is an award-winning author and currently has about ten books out in the marketplace. For more information, please visit: http://www.giverciseshorts.com/

Duration:00:21:40

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Episode 13 - A Woman's Journey - Ms. Sonya McGirt

4/5/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Mrs. Sonya McGirt. She is married with five children (2 step-children). She obtained her masters in Social Work in 2007 and is currently in college to obtain her masters in Organizational Management. She and her husband have a Christian non-profit known as Crossroads Christian Counseling Center Inc. She has had the organization for 2yrs. The reason she started the organization was to counsel those who were seeking help, but using Christian concepts to help...

Duration:00:12:45

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Episode 12 - The Caleb Years: When God Doesn't Make Sense - David Ingerson

3/29/2016
In today’s episode, David Ingerson is our storyteller. He is a father of five children and served 24 years in the US Air Force as an officer and pilot. Now as a civilian corporate pilot, he frequently travels to Africa, South America, and Europe. He owns a dry clean laundry enterprise and invests in real estate. He also enjoys teaching and speaking about God, his relationship to Him, and his faith as well as the importance and benefit of having hope in the midst of heartache. For more...

Duration:00:21:01

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Episode 11 - Beautifully Broken- Christy Johnson

3/22/2016
In this week’s episode, our storyteller is Christy Johnson. Christy has a free ebook available on her website, How to Live Soul Healthy in a Toxic World. To receive your free copy, visit www.christyjohnson.org. Christy Johnson is a national speaker, soul-health trainer, founder of Living Soul and the author of Love Junkies, 7 Steps for Breaking the Toxic Relationship Cycle. Her life’s journey through domestic abuse and the death of her youngest son leaves audiences spellbound. But counting...

Duration:00:21:17

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Episode 10 - Discovering the Solution to Chronic Pain - Dr. Daniel Twogood

3/15/2016
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Twogood will share his story. Dr. Twogood graduated from UC Santa Barbara in 1973 and from Cleveland Chiropractic College in Los Angeles in 1983. He started practicing at the International Sports Medicine Institute in West Los Angeles where he treated many of the athletes in the 1984 Summer Olymics. He opened his own practice in 1985 in Apple Valley, California where he discovered the diet/pain connection. He has written four books on Chronic Pain. His newest is...

Duration:00:12:42

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Episode 8 - Driving to Destiny with DaRil - Damon Nailer

3/1/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Mr. Damon Nailer. He is a husband, father of four, entrepreneur speaker, author, producer, recording artist, talk show host, and business owner. For more information on this episode, visit: http://www.giverciseshorts.com

Duration:00:20:33

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Episode 7 - Wake-Up Call...A Mother's Grief Journey - Cherie Rickard

2/23/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Cherie Rickard. Cherie Rickard, Published author/speaker, delivers a powerful message on Building Confidence, overcoming tragedy, grief recovery and learning to live a life with passion and purpose. It is a message Mrs. Rickard has learned from her own life and one she is helping others apply to their lives. Her award-winning book, Wake-Up Call...A Mother's Grief Journey, is a true story written after her 17 year old son was killed tragically in an auto...

Duration:00:14:26

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Episode 6 - Lady Charmaine Day In Her Own Voice

2/16/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Lady Charmaine Day. Lady Charmaine Day is a Pastor,wife, author, publisher & radio host who is a leader in the business, literary, music, television and radio industries, cherished for her commitment to her community. Always funny and candid about herself and the world she helps to shape, Lady Charmaine Day has created a on-line ministry, Unlimited Help Ministries that supports Lady Charmaine Day efforts in transforming individuals mind, body and spirit...

Duration:00:20:26

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Episode 5 - Shifting from a Caged in Heart to a Changed Heart - Trillion Small

2/9/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Trillion Small. Trillion Small is the Founder of the Trillion Small Company. She is an author, national speaker, and mental health counselor. She is also a certified John Maxwell trainer and coach. She considers herself a self-reflectologist because in everything that she does she challenges people to become more self-reflective and introspective in their life. Trillion is a Doctoral Candidate (PhD) in Clinical Counseling at Trevecca Nazarene University in...

Duration:00:20:24

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Episode 4 - Never Give Up: How Determination and God Gave Me a Better Look at Life - Jenny Maher

2/2/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Mrs. Jenny Maher. Mrs. Maher grew up in California, joined the Air Force directly after high school graduation, though she was medically discharged because of her mental illness. She now lives in Richmond where she owns her own place and lives independently. She has two cats that keep her company, Pouncy and Sly. She recently published her book NEVER GIVE UP: HOW DETERMINATION AND GOD GAVE ME A BETTER LOOK AT LIFE, and is working on a Christian Devotional....

Duration:00:12:32

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Episode 3 - Be Transformed by God Short Story - Ruth Pearson - Author of Listening for God's Voice: 40 Days of Developing Intimacy with God

1/26/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Ruth Pearson. Ruth Pearson is an inspiring motivational speaker and writer who utilizes her own personal experiences to empower others so that they too can overcome life's challenges. She is an experienced coach, consultant and counsellor. She has written her first book, 'Listening for God's Voice: 40 Days of Developing Intimacy with God' in which she shares her miraculous healing testimony. She is also the founder of 'Listening to Your Voice Ltd.' For...

Duration:00:18:03

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Episode 1 - The Lions' Den Short Story - Karen Newman - Author of Just Three Words

1/19/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Karen Newman. Karen Newman is an inspirational speaker, world record-breaking triathlete, author and survivor of two life-threatening diseases. Her real-life stories have been giving people hope: helping free them from the bondage of shame, secrets and addictions; inspiring them to be authentic, to dream big and risk living the life they were meant to live. Karen has been featured in numerous publications and shows, including the NBC Today Show, and has...

Duration:00:13:36

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Episode 2 - My Dream Came True Short Story- Donny Pitts- Author of The Lamb and the Dragon

1/19/2016
In this episode, our storyteller is Donny Pitts. Donny Pitts gives God glory for the inspiration for his first book. The Lamb and the Dragon is the culmination of 18 years of inspired, creative talent. Donny was born in Doerun, Georgia, in 1951 into a family of nine. Along with his three brothers and three sisters, he grew up in an old house with only three bedrooms and one bathroom. Donny has obtained numerous degrees and is also an ordained minister at multiple churches. He has been...

Duration:00:12:04