Episodes

  • Judge Not? (EP213)
    May 12 2024

    Has anyone ever told you to judge not? Often times this verse is used by those who are comfortable in their sin and believe that no one can judge them. We look at the verse in Matthew and discuss how we are to see the speck in our own eye before we try to remove someone else’s.


    Amber Smith is a Christ follower, wife, mother and philanthropist. She and her husband, Granger, live on a little farm in central Texas with their 3 children, London, Lincoln and Maverick. Their 3 year old River is now home with Jesus. She is the founder of the River Kelly Fund and is co-author of her children's book Where the Dinosaurs Roar. River Kelly Fund: www.riverkellyfund.org My Website: www.arisewithamber.com



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    19 mins
  • It Is Well With My Soul (EP212)
    May 5 2024

    On this episode we delve into suffering and the book of Job. Are we people who praise God from whom all blessings flow only when the blessing is flowing or are we people who praise through it all. How do we come to a place of being able to say “it is well with my soul”?


    Amber Smith is a Christ follower, wife, mother and philanthropist. She and her husband, Granger, live on a little farm in central Texas with their 3 children, London, Lincoln and Maverick. Their 3 year old River is now home with Jesus. She is the founder of the River Kelly Fund and is co-author of her children's book Where the Dinosaurs Roar. River Kelly Fund: www.riverkellyfund.org My Website: www.arisewithamber.com



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    22 mins
  • Choosing Joy In The Storm (EP211)
    Apr 28 2024

    In this episode of Arise you’ll hear my message from the Choose Joy Women’s Conference in Comanche TX. It’s always such a joy to gather with other sisters in Christ. But can we really choose joy when the storms of life bring us to our knees? Is it possible to embrace joy during our toughest moments in life?


    Amber Smith is a Christ follower, wife, mother and philanthropist. She and her husband, Granger, live on a little farm in central Texas with their 3 children, London, Lincoln and Maverick. Their 3 year old River is now home with Jesus. She is the founder of the River Kelly Fund and is co-author of her children's book Where the Dinosaurs Roar. River Kelly Fund: www.riverkellyfund.org My Website: www.arisewithamber.com



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    35 mins
  • London Answers Your Questions! (EP210)
    Apr 21 2024

    In this episode of Arise, you highly requested to hear from London so she answers your questions today! We talk about favorite things, middle school drama, mission work, healing through the loss of River and more. Join us as we Arise!


    Amber Smith is a Christ follower, wife, mother and philanthropist. She and her husband, Granger, live on a little farm in central Texas with their 3 children, London, Lincoln and Maverick. Their 3 year old River is now home with Jesus. She is the founder of the River Kelly Fund and is co-author of her children's book Where the Dinosaurs Roar. River Kelly Fund: www.riverkellyfund.org My Website: www.arisewithamber.com



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    35 mins
  • Answering Your Questions (EP209)
    Apr 14 2024

    In this episode of Arise I answer your questions! We talk about finding time for God’s word, enduring with an unbelieving spouse, navigating your child’s terminal illness and seeking peace through life’s heartaches. Let’s Arise!


    Amber Smith is a Christ follower, wife, mother and philanthropist. She and her husband, Granger, live on a little farm in central Texas with their 3 children, London, Lincoln and Maverick. Their 3 year old River is now home with Jesus. She is the founder of the River Kelly Fund and is co-author of her children's book Where the Dinosaurs Roar. River Kelly Fund: www.riverkellyfund.org My Website: www.arisewithamber.com



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    42 mins
  • Heartbreak and Hope - My Q&A with my friend Kasie Marek (EP208)
    Apr 7 2024

    In this episode of Arise I sit down with my sweet friend, heart and medical mama Kasie Marek. Kasie has faced unimaginable trials, from surviving a house fire and battling cancer as a young child to now navigating her son's journey through two open-heart surgeries and a heart transplant. In this Q&A, Kasie shares her experiences, insights, and the challenges of finding God's presence in the midst of heartache. https://www.laughingafterlemons.com/ https://www.organdonor.gov/


    Amber Smith is a Christ follower, wife, mother and philanthropist. She and her husband, Granger, live on a little farm in central Texas with their 3 children, London, Lincoln and Maverick. Their 3 year old River is now home with Jesus. She is the founder of the River Kelly Fund and is co-author of her children's book Where the Dinosaurs Roar. River Kelly Fund: www.riverkellyfund.org My Website: www.arisewithamber.com






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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Jesus Our Living Hope. He Is Risen! (EP207)
    Mar 31 2024

    In this episode, we dive into the hope embedded in the resurrection of Jesus. While life in this fallen world presents challenges and moments of despair, the promise of Easter reminds us that a new dawn is coming. Through our darkest days, we have the blessed assurance of Sunday! Join me as we Arise!


    Amber Smith is a Christ follower, wife, mother and philanthropist. She and her husband, Granger, live on a little farm in central Texas with their 3 children, London, Lincoln and Maverick. Their 3 year old River is now home with Jesus. She is the founder of the River Kelly Fund and is co-author of her children's book Where the Dinosaurs Roar. River Kelly Fund: www.riverkellyfund.org My Website: www.arisewithamber.com



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    18 mins
  • Triumphal Entry Palm Sunday (EP206)
    Mar 24 2024

    In this episode of Arise we explore the significance of Palm Sunday and what Jesus came to do. How quickly the people turned from cheers to chants of crucify. Let’s examine our hearts this week to make sure we are rooted in genuine praise for our Savior. Let’s Arise!


    Amber Smith is a Christ follower, wife, mother and philanthropist. She and her husband, Granger, live on a little farm in central Texas with their 3 children, London, Lincoln and Maverick. Their 3 year old River is now home with Jesus. She is the founder of the River Kelly Fund and is co-author of her children's book Where the Dinosaurs Roar. River Kelly Fund: www.riverkellyfund.org My Website: www.arisewithamber.com




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    21 mins