The (in)courage Podcast

The (in)courage Podcast

Welcome to the (in)courage podcast! We are all different ages, in different life stages, and we come from different cultures and churches, but our common thread is the hope of Jesus. Each weekday we meet you right where you are as one of our writers shares what’s going on in her everyday life and how God’s right in the middle of it all. We bring our joys and struggles equally so that you can feel less alone, and be empowered by the hope Jesus gives. We hope you’ll bring us along with you on your morning walks, driving to the grocery store, waiting in the preschool pickup line, alone in your kitchen, or as you wind down for the evening. Wherever you join us, you’re welcome here, and we’re honored to be a part of your day. Read our daily posts at incourage.me, and find us everywhere on social @incourage. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.

Episodes

December 24, 2025 7 mins

"At Christmastime, and at all times, we believe and bear witness to the truth that Jesus makes glorious the impossible gloom. Through song and deed, we declare that Jesus makes miraculous the mundane and saves the wretched sinner. We repeat and repeat the sounding joy — that Jesus restores that which is beyond repair and makes divine even the darkest night."

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"Whatever 2025 held and whatever 2026 brings, ​​may the changing of the calendar page be a reminder that God is still at work."

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December 22, 2025 5 mins

"Christmas is so near — the manger is closer than it has been all year. We’re almost there. Yes, we wait. But as Advent reminds us, year after year, we do not wait as people without hope."

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"I need you to know with all your heart, mind, and soul that Immanuel is God with YOU! Yes, you!"

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"Jesus wants us to come to Him and release all that weighs us down."

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"I want to trust Him enough to say yes to Him every single time. Because He is faithful. He is kind. He is Emmanuel. He is the Prince of Peace. He is the Alpha and Omega. He is bigger than any circumstance we are facing."

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"Can we gather with glad and sincere hearts instead of distracted conversations and divided attention?"

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"My friends, change will come to the things we want to remain the same forever. Grief will consume our hearts, our lives, and our days. And yet, we walk through it all, by the grit of our teeth and the grace of our God, knowing He walks beside us."

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"Perhaps God may nudge your heart this Christmas season to offer forgiveness at an unexpected time and in an unexpected way. Let go so that God can fill that hurting space in your heart with His love and peace."

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"Instead of being swept into the holiday whirlwind, let’s anchor ourselves in the truth that Christmas is not about accumulating but about adoring."

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"It's so easy to name our needs, listing a litany of complaints and pains when we pray. But hope is healed and pain relieved when we approach our prayers by giving God praise."

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December 9, 2025 6 mins

"Advent is the language of Heaven…hope, love, joy, and peace. And Jesus’ life spoke this language."

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"I suspect I’m not the only one facing a loss this season. If that’s you, I want you to know that it’s okay to be sad."

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December 5, 2025 6 mins

"Sometimes grief is so raw and deep that even if God heaped fresh blessings upon us, it wouldn’t dull the pain. The hits keep coming with no end in sight. It's hard to see God when sorrow obscures our path, but the more attuned we become to His presence when things go well, the easier it will be to find Him when things get tough. He is here. Always."

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"May the God who announced joy over a quiet field announce it over your quiet home. May what’s small be sacred, what’s simple be sufficient, and what’s present be more than enough."

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"Every time we gather, we have the opportunity to push back the darkness of division and welcome the light of community."

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"We cannot lose sight of the truth that we are living among answered prayers. (And often we ourselves are the answers to someone else’s prayers.)"

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"When expectations are removed, gratitude flows more freely."

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"The Winter 2025 edition of Everyday Faith is available now, and you’re going to love it! From cover to cover, Everyday Faith Magazine is brimming with articles that bring joy and peace.

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"And as we take time to count our blessings, know that you are counted among ours. Every one of you in this communityreaders and writers alikeis a gift for which we give thanks. Thank you for letting us share in your journey of faith and for sharing your own stories with us. We are grateful for you, today and always."

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