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The Positively Joy podcast is taking a powerful new direction and diving into a subject that touches so many hearts: relationships. I’m Yvette Walker, creator and host. God has placed it on my heart to share my own journey through a difficult divorce and my path back to joy—a path where God became my everything. I remember the overwhelming hurt and confusion, but I also remember the freedom that came through Jesus. In this new season, we’re going to get real. We’ll talk about the deep pain, the loss, but also the healing and liberation found in Christ. After 13 years of marriage to a man with bipolar depression, I was left broken, questioning my worth. But Psalm 91 became my anchor. “He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings, you will find refuge.” It was through faith, self-discovery, and God’s protection that I learned joy isn’t tied to life’s circumstances—it’s a choice. By leaning into His promises, I found love for myself, peace in His presence, and joy in the everyday moments I once overlooked. I invite you to join us on this journey. Share it with those who need these conversations. Positively Joy is evolving, and we’re stepping into something even greater.
Episodes
Sunday Feb 28, 2021
Sunday Feb 28, 2021
Father Bill Miller and his beloved dog, Nawiliwili Nelson (Wili for short), went on a journey to celebrate the end of Wili's life. They raised money for local animal shelters, shared stories of Wili's greatness, and had fun along the way. Father Bill believes when you are in communion with a dog, you see a glint of God's love. Like Bill says, God, and dog, is love.
Monday Feb 22, 2021
Monday Feb 22, 2021
Podcaster and community-builder Melissa Moore lost her mother to suicide, had three miscarriages before safely delivering her "miracle boys," and works to maximize her own mental health. Through it all, she is God's servant and a cheerleader for women suffering through grief. Her podcast and Facebook community group Faith Hope Love brings together women to worship and share testimonies. Melissa and I also share an episode of grief, and I hope you will learn from her strength, as I did.
Tuesday Feb 16, 2021
Tuesday Feb 16, 2021
Today, two Christian podcasters join me to talk about a TV ad that raised a lot of controversy: Jeep’s Super Bowl ad with musician Bruce Springsteen that talked about unity and featured a little church in the middle of the USA. What did you think about the ad? Was it Christian? Patriotic? Offensive? Or just right?
Tim Winders of Seek Go Create and David Weaver of Revitalize Kindness join the Positively Joy podcast to tackle an important issue. Is Unity the same for everyone?
If you haven’t already seen the ad, watch the ad here (which has been removed because of a past DUI by the singer).
You can also watch this conversation on YouTube here.
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Roselly Genao is the host of the Good News podcast and also a counselor for Jesus Saves, a service that helps victims of domestic abuse. When she was nearly killed by her boyfriend one night, there was no one available to come to the hospital to help her through it. She is making sure other women don't have to go through that experience.
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
Debra Boyette and Brooke Powers of Your Centerpeace mentor couples and families to find joy together, even during the pandemic. Kids at home? Parents working from the next room? No worries!
There are many references in the Bible on family and forgiveness:
"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace." -- Ephesians 4:2-3
"Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord." -- Ephesians 6:4
"Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling." -- 1 Peter 4:8-11
Sunday Jan 17, 2021
Sunday Jan 17, 2021
Today, Matt Tommey tackles the hard questions for Christian artists: how do I create AND align my business with God? The quick answer is to listen to God, but Matt has a lot more to say in this lively episode.
TODAY, Matt begins his 5-Part Artist Rise Up Masterclass and Art Challenge to learn how to thrive spiritually, artistically and in business as an artist in God's Kingdom. It's not too late to join!
http://artistsriseup.com/
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Alec Kassan is a Renaissance Man: author of "Planting your Purpose," host of the Digital Ministry Mastermind podcast, and the Current Christian, a YouTube channel dedicated to helping people succeed in their walk with Jesus Christ. Amazon.com calls him a "modern-day man after God's heart." In his book and on his channels, Alec looks for refreshing and encouraging takes on how to lead a fruitful life with Christ as the foundation.
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
Victoria Woods of FinancialDiva.com and CEO and Chief Investment Advisor at Chappell Wood Financial Services says Christians don't need to feel weird about money. Smart financial practices begin with giving, and staying the course.
Thursday Dec 31, 2020
Thursday Dec 31, 2020
Happy New Year’s Eve! I wanted to take this time to wish you a happy, healthy, and wealthy 2021! And I saved a special conversation for you on the topic of Self-Care. Author and publisher Paula McDade talked about the importance of self-care as we go into the New Year, and why God says that’s a good thing. Her self-care challenge on Facebook and Instagram has ended, but you can go to her pages and look back at the 30 days of self-care prompts. We also talk about balance and rest, and what that means in our lives.
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Monday Dec 21, 2020
It's here! Christmas week is here and I am so excited! Today we're talking about the Nativity, how in 2020 we're seeing a new kind of Christmas Star, and we take a look at how Angels get a starring role in the Christmas story. I'm geeking out over Christmas, and I encourage you to do so, too. Thanks to NASA and Denison Ministries for information for today's episode.
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Welcome to health week! This week, as we move into the holidays, let’s learn how to have a fun time in moderation. Today, Stephanie deVries of Beautifully Balanced Fitness will talk about fitness in Christian living. On Monday, Amy Connell of Graced Health told us about movement and food from a Christian perspective. You can find out more about Beautifully Balanced Fitness on Instagram and her website. Listen to learn more about Stephanie's online program.
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Welcome to health week! This week, as we move into the holidays, let's learn how to have a fun time in moderation. Today, Amy Connell of Graced Health talks to us about movement and food from a Christian perspective, and Thursday, Stephanie deVries of Beautifully Balanced Fitness will talk about fitness in Christian living.
Today, Connell offers a FREE resource for Positively Joy listeners: "How to Enjoy Shame-Free Health by Breaking 8 Rules." Listen and find out how to get it.
Thursday Dec 10, 2020
Thursday Dec 10, 2020
Like clean comedy? Listen to this guy! In the comedy-rich city of Chicago, Dave Ebert makes people laugh and learn about God at the same time. His ministry and podcast, Gifts4Glory, shines a spotlight on people using their gifts, whatever they may be, to honor the Lord.
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
So, you think you know Mike McDonald of The Bible Project? But do you know his original faith? His favorite celebrity chef? Or his favorite story of the power of God and how He uses gifts? Nope? Be sure to listen all the way to the end. Mike shared a lot about his life and even dropped a nugget of a new episode for The Bible Project! This conversation is fun and informative. If you love what you're hearing, we'd love for you to subscribe to this podcast on your regular podcast listening platform. Welcome, to Positively Joy!
Thursday Nov 26, 2020
Thursday Nov 26, 2020
When celebrating a holiday that is filled with gratitude, it's important to remember what it's all about in the first place. Today, my listeners break it down, and an excerpt from Corrie Ten Bloom's "The Hiding Place" shows it really is about the little things.
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving week, everyone! Would you like to be on the second episode on gratitude? Join others who have recorded their stories by going to https://positivelyjoy.com/talk-to-me/ and clicking the orange button! We’d love to have your recorded voice on the show. Leave a message by Wednesday, Nov. 25!
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
(Extra: Don't forget to leave a message of gratitude at https://positivelyjoy.com/the-podcast/ and your voice may be on the Thanksgiving show!)
On today's episode, Grace Evans lost her job in June because of cutbacks due to the pandemic. However, due to her unflappable trust in God, she never lost sight of a place for her somewhere in the future. After 12 weeks of unemployment, she was hired at a place that's a perfect fit for her. A place God had made for her.
Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Would you like to be on the show? Tell us what you are thankful for by going to https://positivelyjoy.com/the-podcast/ and clicking the orange button! We'd love to have your recorded voice on the show, and I might even have you on for an interview! Leave a message by Sunday, Nov. 22!
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Today, I stripped it all away. No music or production. Why? Well I’ve been getting messages about fear lately and about the fact that we need to have no fear because God is always in control. And one fear I have is going live. Well, I did it today! Sound quality is not that great, and what about that crazy time lag in the beginning? Oh well, now I know! LOL. It will be OK.
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Liz Bullard never thought she'd be a therapist or a podcaster. She wanted to go down a different path, but when that didn't work, she surrendered and trusted God's plan. Liz went to film school to be an actor, but that career didn't pan out. Today, she believes she's in the best place she could be, using her voice for her community and for social justice. And Liz is a big friend of the Positively Joy podcast, so we thank her for her support!
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Welcome friends! I began a three-part lesson on Jesus as a leader, beginning with the idea that like all leaders, Jesus knew how to speak to his followers, especially his inner circle, his apostles. Call it a “pep talk” if you will.
In part one, we talked about the Sermon on the Mount, aka The Beatitudes. In part two, we looked at two of his parables, the Prodigal Son, which is really more about the Heart of the Father than the Son, and the Sower and the Seed, which dealt with spreading the message.
Today, I want to end this series with Jesus during Passion Week on the Mount of Olives, with the 12 apostles. This was the last “pep talk” Jesus would give to the apostles. You might not think of this as a pep talk, knowing what was about to happen to Jesus. But like a good leader, he needed to prepare his team for what was to come.
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
Robyn Graham is a brand marketing strategist, podcast host, and photographer, and she helps women entrepreneurs get to the next level. Today, we’ll talk about how to incorporate our faith and values into our brand and our day-to-day work life. She talks about learning hard lessons, taking wisdom from family, and trusting God in everything.
The studio she transformed, through trust and faith.
Sunday Nov 01, 2020
Sunday Nov 01, 2020
Photo by Walter Gadea on Unsplash
In a special episode of Positively Joy, host Yvette Walker and regular guest Angel McCoy have a stirring conversation about motherhood, women who are childless, and their connection to the Bible story of Mary, the Mother of God, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist. Two women, one younger, one older, both giving birth to purpose.
Next week, we finish our series of "Jesus gave pep talks": part 3, his revelations on the Mount of Olives.
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
We end October, which is Infant Loss Month, with Elizabeth Meyers, who is a Christian author, blogger, and speaker. She is passionate about sharing truths in a way that people can understand. Her story and testimony is moving. Her son died several years ago, and she suffered from depression and anxiety, but found God’s strength in the midst of life’s struggles. She is offering a free book to our listeners. It’s called UNDEFEATED: From Trial to Triumph.
Monday Oct 26, 2020
Monday Oct 26, 2020
Last week, we started a three-week journey on Jesus as a leader and speaker with the Beatitudes, also known as the Sermon on the Mount. This week in part two, I want to discuss with you Jesus’ leadership through his parables.
Jesus’ parables describe the kingdom of God. Sometimes the parables are fairly straightforward, and sometimes more complicated to understand. Jesus leads as he educates. I'll explore two parables, one about the message of God, and one about the love of God.
And, Angel McCoy follows the message with a beautiful reading from Psalms.