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  • KEYS TO THE KINGDOM | Pentecost Sunday, Empowering Apostles, Empowering Believers Today
    2026/05/23

    Host Misty Rooks delves into the significance of Pentecost Sunday, highlighting the empowerment of apostles and believers. It also emphasizes the transition from a passive state to an active calling, encouraging listeners to engage in meaningful acts of service and ministry.

    Takeaways

    • Pentecost Sunday Empowering Apostles
    • Moving from Couch to Calling

    #makemebetterpodcast #makemebetter #fromcouchtocalling #eachonereachone #summeroflove #actsoftheapostles #acts #pentecostsunday #pentecost #HolySpirit

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    37 分
  • From Death to Life: Addiction is not the end-an interview with Candice Ables
    2026/05/15

    In this inspiring interview, Candice shares her powerful journey from addiction and near-death to recovery and purpose. Discover how faith, support, and resilience transformed her life and how she now helps others break free from the cycle of addiction.

    Takeaways:

    • Faith and community support are crucial in overcoming addiction
    • Recovery is a process that involves inner character work
    • It's possible to rebuild life and relationships after addiction
    • Surrendering to God's plan can lead to true freedom
    • Inner healing is more important than just stopping substance use

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Context

    08:01 Candice's Journey: From Addiction to Recovery

    16:12 The Impact of Family and Environment on Addiction

    20:25 The Descent: From Opioids to Heroin

    23:43 The Struggle for Recovery: Detox and Relapse

    26:07 The Overdose: A Life-Changing Moment

    28:27 The Courtroom Decision: Seeking True Help

    29:54 Finding Purpose: The Path to Recovery

    32:14 The Role of Faith: Overcoming Guilt and Shame

    34:08 Hand Up Ministries: A New Beginning

    36:30 Transformation: From Addiction to Empowerment

    37:26 The Journey of Transformation

    40:00 Accountability and Support in Recovery

    41:55 The Role of Personal Responsibility

    43:50 Facing Consequences and Finding Grace

    46:35 Restoration and New Beginnings

    48:56 Trusting God Through the Process

    51:41 Advice for Those in Recovery

    54:31 Learning to Live Again

    56:18 Embracing God's Way for a Better Life

    Resources

    A Hand Up Ministries - https://ahandupministries.org

    Celebrate Recovery - https://www.celebraterecovery.com

    Trenton CR - freedomcr.com

    Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities - https://dbhdd.georgia.gov

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    57 分
  • By Design-a MMBP segment mixing health & faith: Nutrition 101 with Dr. Chad
    2026/05/08

    Co-hosts Misty Rooks and Dr. Chad talk nutrition on this segment of By Design.

    The conversation delves into the foundational principles of nutrition, emphasizing its role as a long-term investment and the importance of absorption. It explores the mindset surrounding nutrition, the impact of inflammation, intentional eating, and the essentials of nutrition, all within the context of faith and health. It also explores the impact of sugar on the immune system, the food pyramid, and essential nutrients, as well as the application of Nutrition 101 principles in daily life. Additionally, it highlights the role of faith and God's design in nutrition.

    Takeaways

    • Nutrition is a long-term investment
    • You are what you absorb of what you eat, so gut health is important!
    • Eating whole foods and minimizing processed and packaged foods
    • Fix your fats!
    • Perfect your protein
    • Trash your toxins!

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Nutrition 101: The Foundation of Health
    • 09:17 Inflammation and Anti-Inflammatory Diet
    • 16:00 The Essentials of Nutrition
    • 21:42 Removing Barriers to Healthy Eating
    • 26:55 Understanding the Impact of Sugar on the Immune System
    • 33:18 The Role of Faith and God's Design in Nutrition
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    35 分
  • "The Little Girl He Loaned to Me" Anna Rooks shares about losing a child & recovering through faith
    2026/05/01

    In this heartfelt episode, Misty Rooks interviews her mother-in-law, Anna Rooks, who shares her profound journey of faith, loss, and spiritual growth after losing her daughter Melissa in a tragic accident. Discover how her relationship with God helped her find peace, strength, and purpose through grief, and learn valuable lessons on prayer, healing, and trusting God's plan.

    Keywords

    faith, grief, spiritual growth, prayer, healing, loss of a child, testimony, trust in God, Christian life, overcoming tragedy

    Key topics

    Faith and relationship with God before tragedy

    The impact of Holy Spirit's conviction and salvation

    The accident and loss of Melissa

    Spiritual growth and healing through grief

    The importance of prayer and intercession

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

    02:59 Misty's Early Struggles and Finding Faith

    06:01 The Impact of Loss and Grief

    08:54 The Accident and Its Aftermath

    11:45 Navigating Trauma and Healing

    15:12 The Role of Faith in Coping with Loss

    18:03 Messages from Beyond: Spiritual Insights

    21:08 The Power of Prayer and Community Support

    23:52 Reflections on Life, Death, and Legacy

    35:21 The Power of Prayer and Community Support

    39:08 Understanding Life and Death Through Faith

    44:38 The Role of Intercessory Prayer

    48:41 Covenant and Generational Blessings

    50:07 Creative Expression in Grief

    56:11 Healing and Moving Forward After Loss

    01:01:27 Empathy and Connection Through Shared Pain

    01:06:54 Finding Strength in Faith and Community

    resources

    Ephesians 3:16 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+3%3A16

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    1 時間 8 分
  • "Windows and Wells" a Keys to the Kingdom segment of the Make Me Better Podcast
    2026/04/28

    In this episode, Misty Rooks discusses the concept of 'Windows and Wells' as part of the 'Keys to the Kingdom' segment. She shares the Parable of the Spilled Coffee and delves into the power of words and the heart, emphasizing the importance of filling our hearts with positive attributes to overcome life's challenges. The conversation deals with the importance of guarding the heart and mind, emphasizing the impact of what is consumed through the eyes and ears. It explores the concept of depositing death versus depositing life, the protection provided by the breastplate of righteousness and the helmet of salvation, and the entry points for the devil in our lives. The discussion also challenges listeners to grow and change, addresses the issue of divided lives and serving two masters, and concludes with a prayer for freedom from darkness and a call to replace it with life.

    Takeaways

    • Life's challenges reveal what's inside us
    • The importance of filling our hearts with positive attributes Guarding the heart and mind
    • Consuming the Word of God

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Power of Words and the Heart
    • 30:33 Depositing Death vs. Depositing Life
    • 36:24 Entry Points for the Devil
    • 46:07 Divided Lives and Serving Two Masters
    • 54:03 Windows and Wells: Depositing Darkness and Light

    Scripture References:

    Matthew 15:11-20

    John 7:38

    Proverbs 4:20-23

    Matthew 12:34-37

    Proverbs 18:4, 20-21

    Psalm 34:13

    Proverbs 10:11

    Psalm 19:14

    Psalm 119:11

    Mark 11:23

    Romans 10:8-10

    John 6:63

    Ephesians 4:27

    1 John 4:4

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    1 時間 2 分
  • From "Mistake" to "Mine" Lauren's Journey of Faith and Healing
    2026/04/17

    Though she lived her entire life with the identify of "mistake," just one encounter with God was all the reassurance Lauren needed. "You are NOT a mistake. You are MINE."

    In this heartfelt interview, Lauren shares her inspiring journey from a traumatic childhood marked by loss and hardship to finding hope and purpose through faith in God. Discover how resilience, faith, and God's grace transformed her life and how she now helps others see the good in life's challenges.

    Host: Misty Rooks

    Guest: Lauren Wenger

    Main themes:

    Childhood trauma and loss

    Finding purpose through faith

    God's grace and healing

    "God had a purpose for my life."

    "He didn't know, but God did."

    "God gave me three more years."

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

    02:49 Lauren's Early Life and Identity

    06:09 Finding Faith and Purpose

    09:00 Love and Relationships

    11:51 Loss and Grief

    15:07 Overcoming Adversity and Healing

    17:57 Miscarriage and Hope

    19:35 Navigating Grief and Loss

    22:02 Finding Hope in Heartache

    24:54 The Journey of Healing and Faith

    28:46 Embracing New Beginnings

    32:10 The Power of Faith in Adversity

    36:01 Transforming Pain into Purpose

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    38 分
  • By Design: Younger Tomorrow-Can we really age backward?
    2026/04/10

    Co-hosts Misty Rooks and Dr. Chad McDill dive into the topic of life span vs. health span, bio-age, bio-hacks, and all the things you need to know about the current conversations concerning these ideas. What is your bio-age, and can you really look, feel, and function as a younger person than your chronological age?

    The conversation delves into the healthcare outcomes in the US, the concept of bio age and its significance, the impact of lifestyle on longevity, the role of supplementation and nutrition, the importance of exercise and physical activity, the connection between cellular health and aging, and the significance of personal responsibility and action in improving health outcomes.

    Takeaways

    • Healthcare outcomes in the US are not as positive as commonly believed
    • Bio age is a key indicator of internal health

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Healthcare Outcomes in the US
    • 10:41 Lifestyle and Longevity
    • 17:12 Supplementation and Nutrition
    • 22:30 Exercise and Physical Activity
    • 31:21 Personal Responsibility and Action

    Dr. Chad McDill

    Chiropractic Care of Dade County

    4580 West Highway 136 Trenton, GA 30752 USA
    (706) 657-4777

    drchadmcdill@aol.com

    https://www.maxliving.com/clinic/complete-chiropractic-care-trenton

    https://www.maxt3.com/

    BY DESIGN

    There is a spiritual side to life, as well as a natural side. Dr. Chad and Misty discuss how these mesh, and what we can do to support God's design for our bodies to function the way He intended. Every episode will touch on the 5 essentials of health: mindset, nutrition, exercise, oxygen and exercise, minimize toxins, and core chiropractic. What is the root cause? What do you need to add to or remove from your lifestyle that could be interfering with God's design for your body? Join us once a month (for now) as we take on health topics, trending health habits, and important issues for your family. God bless you on your health journey!

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    33 分
  • A Story of Miracles: Bradley Hicks & wife Suzanne recount the days of his liver transplant
    2026/04/03

    This inspiring interview recounts a powerful journey through a liver transplant, highlighting faith, community support, and divine intervention. Discover how prayer, medical expertise, and trust in God's plan can transform life's most daunting challenges into testimonies of hope.

    Bradley and Suzanne Hicks share an incredible account of answered prayers, hope in adversity, and how enduring a medical crisis made them better.

    #MakeMeBetterPodcast #makemebetter #livertransplant #organdonationsaveslives #livertransplantjourney #hope #faith #prayer #healingjourney #healthjourney #miracles #medicalmiracles #walkbyfaithnotbysight

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene

    05:59 Facing the Unknown: The Impact of Cirrhosis

    09:01 Emergency Situations: Blood Vomiting and Hospital Visits

    11:52 The Role of Faith and Prayer in Crisis

    15:13 Navigating Treatment Options and Decisions

    18:00 The Emotional Toll of Illness on Family

    20:56 Finding Peace in Uncertainty: Trusting the Process

    22:44 Navigating Faith and Medical Decisions

    28:15 The Journey to Transplant: Overcoming Obstacles

    31:24 Celebrating Life Amidst Uncertainty

    34:50 The Call: A New Hope

    40:17 Answered Prayers and the Power of Community

    43:01 Surgery Day: Trusting the Process

    44:43 The Aftermath: Challenges in Recovery

    46:05 The Decision for Life Support

    49:27 The Power of Prayer and Community Support

    51:40 A Monumental Encounter with God

    56:29 The Turning Point: A New Breath of Life

    01:00:08 Returning Home: The Next Miracle

    01:03:13 The Role of Community in Recovery

    01:07:10 Faith in Action: Bearing One Another's Burdens

    01:10:43 Navigating Recovery Together

    01:13:04 The Power of Community Support

    01:14:33 Physical Recovery and Lab Results

    01:15:27 Returning to Work and Adjusting to Life Post-Transplant

    01:17:59 Sharing Testimonies and Faith in Adversity

    01:20:54 Moments of Doubt and the Importance of Faith

    01:23:00 The Impact of Adversity on Relationships

    01:26:36 Boldness in Sharing Personal Stories

    01:29:05 Finding Purpose in Pain

    01:32:40 The Transformative Power of Community and Faith

    resources

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    1 時間 31 分