What if the next big step in your journey is simply saying “yes” to the dream God has placed on your heart—even if the timing feels uncertain?

In this episode of Of Sound Mind and Spirit, Jessica Everly shares her inspiring experience of moving from self-doubt to becoming a published author, walking listeners through the challenges of trusting God’s timing, overcoming rejection, and finding the courage to follow a creative calling.

For anyone yearning to start something new—whether it’s writing, a career change, or a passion project—Jessica’s story offers relatable encouragement and practical takeaways for navigating setbacks and pursuing your goals with faith.

Listeners will discover:

· Practical ways to recognize and follow God’s nudges in your daily life and creative pursuits.

· How obstacles and “no’s” can lead you exactly where you need to be.

· Real-life insights on balancing ambition, family, and faith in everyday decisions.

Jessica Everly is a Contemporary Romance Author who hails from the Midwest. She traded her snow boots for cowgirl boots and now lives in Dallas, Texas with her husband and three children. When she’s not writing or chasing her kids, you can find her curled up with a good book and a cup of coffee. Visit Jessica at www.jessicaeverlybooks.com and find her debut novel, Roses in Rome at https://amzn.to/438dP5K

Hit play to be inspired by Jessica’s journey and learn how you can boldly move toward your own dreams, no matter where you’re starting.

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What if you could gain the wisdom and courage of a saint to guide you through today’s challenges?

In this episode of Of Sound Mind and Spirit, hosts Shelly Kelly and Lisa Jones interview author and teacher Amy Cattapan about her new book, "Hope Without Borders," which explores the powerful spirituality and real-life writings of Mother Cabrini. If you’re searching for practical faith, resilience, or a renewed sense of hope in uncertain times, this episode showshow the legacy of Mother Cabrini can give you concrete encouragement and fresh perspective.

Tune in to discover:

· How Mother Cabrini’s daily practices and letters can inspire lasting confidence in God’s plan for your life.

· Real strategies for overcoming anxiety, fear, and self-doubt using Ignatian spirituality.

· Ways to find meaningful connections with saints—even if you’ve never felt “spiritual enough.”

Join the conversation and let Mother Cabrini’s story give your daily routine a spiritual boost—listen now for practical faith you can use today!

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What happens when two sisters team up to journey through faith, family, and real-life messiness—can that kind of relationship actually strengthen your own spiritual walk?

If you long for closer connections with your siblings or wish for more genuine support as you share your faith, this episode of Of Sound Mind and Spirit offers heartfelt wisdom you can use right now.

Hosts Shelly Kelly and Lisa Jones get real about what it’s like to grow, disagree, and reconnect as sisters while making faith central in their lives, showing listeners both the joys and challenges of spiritual sisterhood.

By listening, you’ll discover:

· How honest conversations and working together as sisters can deepen your bond—despite sibling rivalry or past arguments

· Practical ways to encourage and accompany loved ones as you each explore faith at your own pace

· Inspiring stories about overcoming struggles, being vulnerable, and letting your shared journey become a light to others

Don’t miss this uplifting, relatable episode—press play and see how strengthening your sister relationship can help you share your faith more boldly and joyfully!

This episode is a rebroadcast of “Go Tell the World” with Ellen Mongan.

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