Beth Jones International Speaker

Are you following Jesus, or looking at the other disciple? In John 21:22, Jesus commanded Peter to follow Him, after Peter asked Jesus, "What about him?" (referring to the other disciple). Jesus told him not to worry about John. You and I don't need to worry about what other people are doing and saying, but to keep our eyes on Jesus and to stay in our lane, following and obeying Him. We need to let go of our loved ones who may not be saved yet or who are backslidden, and let God, entrusting them to His merciful, gracious care. The same God who reached out to you and me and saved and delivered us can do the same for your and my loved ones. You follow Jesus. Verses: Matthew 28:19 Matthew 3:13-17 John 21:22 Hebrews 12:2 ******* Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author of 30 books, wife to fire chief/paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Beth's mission is encouraging oth

We have this one precious life that's been given to us by God for His glory. This podcast is inspired by my vlog, Love and live well, family vlog, and dream bigger. What kind of life do you desire? Dream and imagine that and then go do it, as the saying goes. Glorify Jesus with your life every day. Love God, your family, and others. Fulfill your purpose. Use your gifts and talents. Travel and expand your world. Have intentional fun to smile and laugh as children so easily do. Leave a godly legacy. Have a great ride, enjoying the journey on the way to your destination. You can watch the vlog on my YouTube channel at: https://youtu.be/V5eepsDJGow?si=taNErzbTVdYKWYAK ******* Beth M. Jones is an International Speaker, Author of 30 books, wife to fire chief-paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Beth helps women to step out of fear into faith in Jesus Christ by sharing her powerful story and t

Technology is always changing. I am doing a test video podcast on Riverside.fm since Spotify now uses Riverside.fm for people to record video podcasts and audio only podcasts. Testing to see if this time works. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethmjones/support

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The Queen of Sheba came to King Solomon as she heard of his great wisdom and wanted to meet him and see the riches of his kingdom. But she didn't come or leave empty handed; in fact, she left with more than she brought for him! Recently, I flew to attend minister Kay Nash's prophetic women's conference in Fort Meyers, Florida. Kay and her other two anointed speakers, Jennifer Moore and Kimberly Moses, did great teachings on the Queen of Sheba, Queen Esther, and the Proverbs 31 woman. I also share in this episode about the Crowne Plaza beautiful hotel where I stayed for the conference, the Fort Meyers beach where I got to go to and relax for a little while (the beach is my place of happiness), and the new friend I met there, Stephanie. I observed everything that Kay and her speakers did for this amazing conference, which was done with such excellence. *** Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author of 30 books, wife to fire chief/paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden,

Recently I flew from Kansas City, Missouri to Fort Meyers, Florida to attend Minister Kay Nash's prophetic women's conference on Saturday. I knew that the day before, Friday, was the only time I would have to go to the beach/ocean, which is my place of happiness and peace. I reserved an Uber ride before I left for my trip to pick me up at the airport to go straight to the beach. I was so excited when I got to the beach, that I got distracted and left my travel purse in the back seat of the Uber where I was sitting, with everything in it - my iPhone, my driver's license, my passport, my keys, over $200 cash, my bank cards, and papers printed out for my hotel and plane flights' info. God did a miracle with my purse and I still got to the beach a little while. He is so good. Tune into hear this amazing story. ******* Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author of 30 books, wife to fire chief/paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable ca

Did you know that God has a royal position and assignment for you, that only you can fulfill? Cinderella went from rags to royalty, and not only did she dance with the handsome Prince at the big ball, but she winded up marrying him! God has so much more for you and me than we can even think or imagine. He has chosen and called us to greatness in His Kingdom, using you and me in powerful ways for Jesus' glory. Listen as I share 3 points from the story of Cinderella about how to step into your royal position through faith in Jesus. Verses from today's episode: 1 Peter 2:9, NKJV Ephesians 3:20-21, The Message Matthew 9:17, NLT Isaiah 6:8, NKJV *** Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author of 30 books, wife to fire chief/paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Beth's mission is encouraging others to use their gifts for God's glory, fulfilling their purpose, and living a lif

From a broken home to a beautiful new place, Elizabeth Lundeen realizes now that God will restore and forgive any sin. She spent years running from God and now runs passionately to Him each day. Hurt and confused, for so long she desperately tried to fill the God hole inside her by pursuing academic excellence, partying with friends, having sex with different men, and building a good career and chasing money. All efforts left her empty and lonely. One night she heard three words from God that gave her the hope she needed. A friend invited her to go hunting and then to church, where the pastor talked about the root of her struggles—and the need for Jesus Christ as Savior. This resulted in a big shift in her life —eternally. Now able to forgive, love, and encourage family members and others who deeply wounded her, Elizabeth shares her powerful story of hitting rock bottom, to discover that God is her rock—the rock of salvation, Jesus. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethmjo

Do you thank God each day for His blessings and help? In Luke 17:11-19 NKJV, Jesus encountered 10 lepers, who cried out to Him for mercy and healing. He told them to go show themselves to the priest (who would proclaim them healed and cleansed and restored to society). Only one of the lepers, a Samaritan, saw that he was cleansed and returned to thank Jesus with a loud voice. Each day we need to thank God for what He has done, is doing, and will do. Gratitude can change your life and mine. It is like lighting a candle each morning to dispel the darkness in this world. Let's cultivate a thankful heart to God, like the leper who returned to thank and glorify Jesus. Scriptures: Luke 17:11-19, NKJV Psalm 118:24 1 Samuel 12:24 1 Chronicles 16:34 *** Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author of 30 books, wife to fire chief/paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus, who follow her everywhere. Beth's mission is enco

What inspires you? As Christian speakers, authors, and entrepreneurs, it’s important for us to intentionally seek to be inspired to release our creativity. My place of peace, happiness, and inspiration is the beach/ocean, specifically Destin beach, Florida. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethmjones/support

What dream, big or small, do you have in your heart? Who or what has hindered or stopped it? God wants to help you make your dreams come true! In this episode, Beth M. Jones shares 5 dream stealers to be aware of --and that God can help you overcome. 1. Hurts, disappointments, and comparing yourself to others; 2. Finances; 3. Health issues; 4. Discouragement - other people who are jealous and envious of you and who sabotage you; 5. Fear. "Always dream big and don't let anyone limit your dream because the possibilities are endless." (Coco Gauff) ******* Beth M. Jones is an International Speaker, Author of 30 books, wife to fire chief-paramedic Ray, and mom of 3 beautiful daughters, Heather, Eden, and Leah. She also has two adorable cats, Natalya and Nichodemus. Beth's mission is encouraging others to use their gifts for God's glory, fulfilling their purpose, and living a life they love. If you're an event planner who would like Beth to speak at your women's conference, retreat

In this episode, I just do a "podcast chat," sharing about: the stray cats that I've been feeding and taking care of; God's miracle for Phil the stray cat; this week's blog post, Lessons From Stray Cats; my newest book, The Crying of Rachel: A Call to Repentance; my live event on Zoom this Thursday, November 30, at 11 am CST, The beautiful gift of repentance (please join us!); writing my story to apply to be a Stonecroft (not Stonecraft) speaker; the Christian Speakers' Bootcamp that I just joined; our family's Thanksgiving Day Italian food meal at our daughter Heather's new, pretty house. Lessons From Stray Cats blog post https://www.bethjones.net/lessons-from-stray-cats/ God's miracle for Phil the stray cat blog post https://www.bethjones.net/gods-miracle-for-phil-the-cat/ The Crying of Rachel: A Call to Repentance Kindle eBook https://www.amazon.com/Crying-Rachel-Call-Repentance-ebook/dp/B0CLKWFFJ2/ Beth M. Jones, International Speaker, Author, &

Are you using your spiritual gifts, talents, and skills for God's glory and to make the maximum impact on others? In this episode, I share 10 ways that writing books has changed my life. Do you want to write (or finish writing) a book? Quotes: "Let the word burn through you. Throw the prism light, white hot, on paper." (Ray Bradbury, WD) "After nourishment, shelter, and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world." (Philip Pulman) "Just write every day of your life. Read intensely. Then see what happens. Most of my friends who are put on that diet have very pleasant careers." (Ray Bradbury, WD) "There is something delicious about writing the first words of a story. You never know where they'll take you." (Beatrix Potter) "I write for the same reason I breathe - because if I don't, I would die." Isaac Asimov Image source for podcast art cover: Super Snapper @Unsplash *** Beth Jones is an International Speaker, Author, and Coach,

Who are you accountable to in your life and in your business? Accountability and support are important. Accountability helps us to grow. One day we'll all stand before God to be accountable to Him for our lives. We also need to intentionally surround ourselves with people who can keep us accountable to help us succeed in our biz. I'm leading a writers' Progress Pod for my writing coaches CJ and Shelley Hitz for accountability and support. The Progress Pod and software are the brainchild of Richard Ralston from New Zealand to help people take the Next Tiny Step to reach their dreams and goals faster. Verses for today's episode: Romans 14:12 2 Corinthians 5:10 Proverbs 27:17 Hebrews 10:24-25 Hebrews 5:14, NLT Book: What if God wrote your bucket list? 52 Things You Don't Want To Miss, by Jay Payleitner, available for sale on Amazon. https://amzn.to/45nYXyu "Wherever you go, go with all your heart." Podcast Cover Art Photo by Christina @ wocintechchat.com on Unsplash *** Beth

It's back to school time, which is always exciting for kids buying new supplies. I feel the same way as a business owner, buying new office supplies. I'm like a kid in a candy shop when the stores have school supplies sales! My challenge and question for you this week is what are you learning? I'm doing two new things lately: I recently began attending a new church and joined a ladies' Bible study, which is on Sally Clarkson's book, Own Your Life, and I'm leading a Progress Pod for my writing coaches CJ and Shelley Hitz's Christian Book Academy membership site for writers. Richard Ralston created the idea and the software of Progress Pods, with the pod participants taking The Next Tiny Step to reach their dreams and goals and to be accountable to others. God wants us to continually learn and grow, not stagnate, in our walk with Him. We're all "back in school," learning new things! *** Scriptures from today's episode: Proverbs 1:5 Proverbs 18:15 1 John 2:27 Rich

Several years ago, I bought a beautiful sea glass necklace. I love the beach and ocean; it is my place of peace and refilling. Sea glass is created from broken bottles, tableware, or even shipwrecks, rolled and tumbled in the ocean until their edges are rounded off and the slickness of glass has been worn to a frosted appearance. God wastes no pain and uses it for the good and His glory. He is making you and me into beautiful sea glass - brokenness into unique beauty. *** Podcast cover image source: Joshua Sortino @ Unsplash Contact Beth at her website and blog to speak at your in-person or online event or to be a guest speaker on your podcast at https://www.BethJones.net You can find Beth's memoir, Promises In The Dark: One Woman's Search for Authentic Love, and her other books at her Amazon Author Page at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones Watch Beth's vlogs and videos on her YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/BethJones-International-Speaker You can help Beth to continue rec

Recently we had severe weather here in the Kansas City, Missouri area. Our daughter Heather was caught in the storm. The power at the restaurant where she, her fiance Andy, and his kids went lost its power as they pulled up to eat supper there. They then went home and the power was out at their house, too. It was off for 7 hours! What do you do when problems arise and life's storms hit? Rely on the power of the Holy Spirit. He is our Helper. Verses for today's Episode are John 14:26, Acts 1:8, and Acts 2:1-5. Image source for podcast image cover: Max LaRochelle @ Unsplash. Find out more about Beth's speaking at her website and blog at https://www.BethJones.net. Beth's Amazon Author Page where you'll find all the books that she has written is at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethmjones/support

Do you need a miracle today? A miracle is a sign of the supernatural power of God. He still does them today! God has done many miracles in my life and in my family's lives. This is the topic of my new Kindle eBook, Miracles: God's extraordinary power in our everyday lives. It's about the miracles that God has done in my family and stories of miracles in the Bible. What miracle are you or a loved one needing right now? Hummingbirds fly in miraculous ways, and there will be a beautiful image of a hummingbird on the cover of this book. *** Sign up for Beth M. Jones' newsletter and updates at her website, and get your free gift at https://www.BethJones.net. Beth's Amazon Author Page is at https://www.amazon.com/author/bethmjones. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethmjones/support

Have you been praying and praying for something and your prayer hasn't been answered? It feels as if there is a brass ceiling over your prayers. One reason that your prayer may not have been answered is sin. Isaiah 59:2, NKJV, says, "But your iniquities have separated you from your God; and your sins have hidden His face from you, so that He will not hear." Psalm 66:18 says, "If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear." In the article 4 Things That Will Hinder Your Prayers (September 29, 2018), Greg Laurie writes, ""Regard" means to "cling to or hold on to." If you're practicing sin as a Christian, it will bring your prayer life to a screeching halt." The good news is that God forgives sin. I'm living proof of this! You can read my story in my powerful book, available for sale on Amazon, Promises In The Dark: One Woman's Search for Authentic Love. God will forgive any sin that you've committed (other than blasphemy of the Ho

Did you know that your worship and praise of God is spiritual warfare against the enemy, Satan? Last night I had a dream about this. I was having (hosting) a women's conference. I was getting dressed and ready for the conference with makeup and lipgloss and looking into the mirror. I feel this part of the dream symbolizes our need to always be prepared and be ready to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with others (1 Peter 3:15, NKJV). We also need to daily put on the armor of God. (Ephesians 6:10-18, NKJV) The scene in the dream shifted. I and the women at the conference were walking down a dirt road. I could sense the spiritual warfare all around us. I began to worship and praise God, singing, and led the women with the worship and praise. Each day you and I face spiritual warfare as Christian believers, but we have the victory through our faith in Jesus. Worship and praise are powerful weapons against the enemy, Satan. That was the end of the dream. The verses I shared in this podcast are Joshua Chapte