The Joy Bringer Podcast with Season Bowers

Joy Bringer Podcast ep 5 Unleash Your Joy with Keri Eichberger

In this episode, Season and Keri Eichberger discuss the power of joy and overcoming worry and anxiety. Keri shares the inspiration behind her book, 'Win Over Worry,' and how she has found joy and peace in her own life. They discuss the importance of making time for joyful activities and the role of gratitude in promoting and protecting joy. They also explore the concept of trusting God and locking eyes with Him in times of fear and anxiety. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the need to establish new neuro pathways of gratitude and make it a habit in order to experience the infectious nature of joy. In this conversation, Season and Keri Eichberger discuss the power of infectious joy, the importance of slowing down and finding worth, overcoming worry, and connecting with the joy-bringer.
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Joy Bringer Podcast ep.4 God Cares About Your Dreams with Natalie Layne

In this conversation, Season and Natalie Layne discuss the importance of mentorship, finding joy in music, encountering the Holy Spirit, and the relationship between happiness and joy. In this conversation, Natalie and Season discuss the power of dreaming big and overcoming challenges. They explore the importance of asking God for the next steps and how dreams can evolve over time. They also emphasize the value of personal connection and discipleship in impacting lives. The conversation highlights the significance of creating a welcoming space and the power of art and symbolism. They discuss the importance of teamwork and acknowledging the miracles in others. They also encourage listeners to recognize who they are and what God has planted in them, and to have the courage to state their dreams. The conversation concludes with a discussion on gratitude as the gateway to the kingdom and the blessing of working together.
Check out Natalie's music on Spotify HERE 
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Joy Bringer Podcast ep.3 Good God Talks with Jen Weaver

In this episode, Season Bowers and Jen Weaver discuss the importance of hearing from God and engaging in conversations with Him. They share personal experiences and provide practical tips for developing a deeper relationship with God. They emphasize the need to be open and honest with God, to listen for His voice through various means such as Scripture, thoughts, and circumstances, and to act on His guidance. They also highlight the joy and fun that can be found in conversations with God and encourage listeners to remember God's faithfulness in the past.
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Joy Bringer Podcast ep 2. A Legacy of Gratitude with Jen Driskill

In this conversation, Season and Jen discuss their unexpected career paths, the importance of setting boundaries and finding contentment, and the power of gratitude and joy in everyday life. They also share their dreams and aspirations for the future, trusting in God's plan and embracing new opportunities. Through their stories and experiences, they encourage listeners to have faith, practice gratitude, and remain open to the wonders of God's work in their lives. In this conversation, Jen and Season discuss various topics related to personal growth, gratitude, and the impact of sharing stories. 
They also highlight the Joy Binger Challenge for January: To write and send handwritten thank you notes and notes of encouragement. 
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The Joy Bringer Challenge JANUARY

In this episode of the Joy Bringer Podcast, Season reflects on the new year and the importance of being present and intentional in each moment. She introduces the Joy Bringer Challenge, a 12-month challenge rooted in core values such as gratitude, forgiveness, flexibility, and rest. The challenge for January is to write handwritten thank you notes or notes of encouragement to people in your life. Season emphasizes the importance of gratitude as the gateway to joy and shares her personal journey with sending notes. She also discusses God's will for our lives, which is to be thankful in all circumstances. Season invites listeners to join her in the January Joy Bringer Challenge and provides resources to help them get started.
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Joy Bringers ADVENT ep 14 Candle of Love

In this final Advent episode, Season lights the metaphorical candle of love and explores the significance of love in the Christmas season. She reads a poem called 'Christmastide' (included below) and emphasizes the importance of giving away love like we're made of it. Season reminds listeners of God's love for the world and how love came down into a dark world. She encourages lighting the match of love to overcome fear and shares her personal experience of love in the midst of grief and loss. Season emphasizes the invitation to receive God's love without earning it and to remain in His love to experience joy. 
Love came down at Christmas,     Love all lovely, Love Divine;Love was born at Christmas,     Star and Angels gave the sign.
Worship we the Godhead,     Love Incarnate, Love Divine;Worship we our Jesus:     But wherewith for sacred sign?
Love shall be our token,     Love be yours and love be mine,Love to God and all men,     Love for plea and gift and sign.
Christina Rossetti1830 –1894
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Joy Bringers ADVENT ep 13 - Forgiveness, the Best Christmas Gift Ever

In this conversation, Season Bowers and Brandie Manigault discuss the challenging topic of forgiveness. They explore the impact of unforgiveness on individuals and their relationships, emphasizing the importance of a soft heart and the power of forgiveness. Brandie shares her personal journey of forgiveness, highlighting the process and the choice to forgive. They also discuss the healing journey and the spiritual impact of forgiveness. The conversation concludes with a focus on choosing quick obedience and allowing oneself to feel the emotions associated with forgiveness. In this conversation, Brandie shares her journey of forgiveness and healing after experiencing deep pain and betrayal. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and processing the emotions associated with forgiveness, rather than rushing to move on. Brandie also highlights the significance of redemption and reconciliation within the church community. Season introduces a four-step forgiveness model that has helped her navigate the process. Additionally, Brandie emphasizes the need to forgive oneself and accept the forgiveness offered by Jesus. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the joy of forgiveness and the anticipation of spending time with family during the Christmas season.
Find Brandie on socials @iambandaid and @ecoschurch
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Joy Bringers ADVENT ep 12 The Music of Christmas

In this conversation, Season Bowers and Aeron Brown discuss the power and significance of Christmas music. They explore the backstory of the song 'O Holy Night' and its impact during the abolitionist movement. They also emphasize the importance of recognizing wonder and hope in everyday life and the role of art and music in awakening and reformation. The conversation highlights the need for Christmas songs that bring joy and light in the midst of difficult seasons. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to be the light of the world and embrace the presence of Jesus in all aspects of life. In this conversation, Aeron Brown and Season Bowers discuss the importance of embracing the light of God and being a light in the world. They explore the idea of overcoming fear and false humility and using one's voice to bring hope to others. The conversation also touches on the symbols of Christmas as reminders of God's glory and finding wonder and amazement in life. Aaron Brown's art and music are highlighted, along with the joy and creativity of worship. Overall, the conversation encourages listeners to choose joy and awe in God and to embrace wonder together.
Click HERE to check out Aeron Brown's art
Find his music HERE
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Joy Bringers ADVENT ep 11 - Making Room

In this conversation, Season Bowers and Brittany Estes discuss the importance of inclusion and making room for more people, especially during the holidays. They address the loneliness epidemic and the need for community. They share personal stories and insights on how to create a welcoming environment for others. They also discuss the importance of checking our hearts and responding with love, even when faced with difficult personalities. The conversation concludes with a discussion about Brittany's book, 'Flip the Script,' which addresses the lies and narratives we believe about ourselves and offers tangible ways to find freedom and live out our true identity. In this conversation, Brittany Estes and Season Bowers discuss the importance of recognizing and challenging the lies we believe about ourselves. They emphasize the power of community in combating feelings of loneliness and isolation. Brittany shares her experience with creating Bestie Bags, a simple gesture that helps people feel seen and valued. They also explore the concept of shared joy and the role of joy bringers in spreading positivity. 
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Joy Bringers ADVENT ep10 - Candle of Joy

In this week's episode, Season dives into the profound significance of joy during the Christmas season. As she metaphorically lights the candle of JOY for Advent week three, she passionately explores the transformative power of joy and its roots in scripture. Season addresses common misconceptions and lies about joy, emphasizing that it's not reserved for specific personalities or circumstances. Drawing inspiration from Vincent van Gogh's life, she warns against consuming the wrong sources in the quest for joy and encourages listeners to find authentic joy rooted in their identity in Christ. Join Season on this illuminating journey to discover that joy is not just a fleeting emotion—it's a radiant, lasting gift available to all because Jesus is for you.
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