Let's Be Cleere

There’s a quiet unraveling that can happen in the name of doing it all. You wake up one morning feeling like a shadow of yourself—your schedule’s full, your to-do list is long, but your soul feels thin. You’re showing up, sure… but not from a place of wholeness. “Something has to shift”, you think. In today’s episode of Let’s Be Cleere, I’m joined by my dear friend Alyssa Joy Bethke—author, mama (now to four!), podcast host, and truth-teller whose life is such an example of what it means to steward what matters and learn to release what doesn’t. Her newest book When Doing It All Is Undoing You has been an anchor for countless women feeling stretched, worn, and quietly wondering, “Is this how it’s supposed to feel?” Together, we talk about the ache and glory of motherhood, the refining nature of life’s transitions, and the sacred undoing that often comes before deep healing. Alyssa shares what it looks like to embrace slow rhythms in a world that tells us to run faster—and how rest, surrender, and small faithfulness are often the truest signs of strength. Whether you're in a season of busyness, transition, or simply trying to breathe deeper and live slower, this episode will meet you there—with gentleness, wisdom, and the invitation to lay it all down.✨ In this episode, we explore: • How undoing can be the beginning of healing • The myth of balance and the beauty of surrender • Her CRAZY, miraculous birth story of her fourth, Jayden (you won’t want to miss this one!) • Rhythms of renewal in the thick of motherhood • Why your worth was never meant to be earnedThis one feels like a deep breath. A reminder that less really can be more, and that you’re already deeply loved right where you are. More from Alyssa Joy Bethke: 🌿 Website: www.alyssajoybethke.com 📖 Book: When Doing It All Is Undoing You 📸 Instagram: @alyssajoybethke 🎧 Podcast: The Real Life Podcast

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

How do you know when support turns to enabling?How do we be proactive with our children while letting them build emotional resilience?How does grief and anxiety look different in girls and boys?What do we do as parents to help our kids deal with anxiety without removing the obstacles that help them grow?These are just a few of the things we dug into in my conversation with renown counselor and my dear friend, Sissy Goff. Through her many years in working with kids of all ages, Sissy has built a repertoire of skills and understanding to help champion kids and parents to live a full life, build emotional resilience, navigate complex emotions, and cultivate meaningful relationships. Regardless of whether you are a parent or just love growing ones around you, I can’t recommend this conversation enough.Sissy is a warm hug, an understanding ear, and a wise soul that meets you where you are, offers compassion regardless of circumstance, and provides practical ways to find your footing again. Learn more about Sissy and Daystar counseling here: https://www.daystarcounseling.com Follow Sissy Goff on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/sissygoff

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

Does the thought of putting on a bathing suit this summer make you anxious or ashamed?Do you struggle to see yourself the way God speaks about you? Do you even know what He says about you?Do you struggle with knowing how to nourish yourself or how to move your body in a way that pleases the Lord?If it were up to Jesus, how would we steward the temple in which He has made His home?My dear friend, Nicoletta Bradley, founder of Noble Ministry, talks through a lot of these questions and let me just tell you— it is FIRE. Between the narrative of social media and the impossible standards imposed by culture, the noise is LOUD. How do we lean into the Word in the areas of food and fitness and restore our faith in what the Maker says?From a practical standpoint, what is the real culprit? And what are some real solutions? Fighting lies. Finding freedom. Fighting for faith.Don’t miss this one! It’s RICH!!! Learn more about Nicoletta and Noble Ministry here: https://www.areyounoble.com

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

What does it really mean to live from a place of wholeness? How do we seek healing? How do we know when we are operating out of a pain cycle— what does it look like to find the root, do the deep work, and let God restore us from the inside out? In this convo, my DEAR friend, Meshali Mitchell, digs into the process the Lord has taken her through— both in her own soul and literally as she restores a farmhouse that has now become her home.The truth is, if you want to experience love of any kind, you will have to risk rejection, hurt, and the pain that comes from being loved by imperfect people. As Meshali walks through her own personal healing process in her new book, “Restored: Partnering with God in Transforming our Broken Places”, she offers such deep practical insight that will meet you right where you are. And the way Meshali dives into scripture and helps you apply the Word of God is unparalleled — I’m so grateful for this conversation and this book! Life will be the continual process of healing until we become fully restored in Heaven. But until then? We get to partner with God as He breathes fresh wind and true healing to the deepest parts of our soul. Buy Meshali’s new book here: https://amzn.to/42Her2p Find Meshali on Instagram @Meshali Learn more about Meshali, her photography, her story, and her offerings here: https://www.meshali.co

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

I think this is a question we all ask ourselves, right? How do we know that we know that we know when it’s God speaking? What if it’s not?In this episode, I walk through four “tests” per se, that might help you discern whether what you’re hearing is actually the voice of God.Hint: It doesn’t sound like Morgan Freeman and it’s usually not a burning bush. Disappointing, I know.But truly, we tend to over spiritualize what it sounds like or assume that it’s only on special occasions or big decisions but in reality, the Heavenly Father is always speaking!Through His people,Through His Word,Through prayer,Through dreams,Through all kinds of places and particulars, His voice is reminding you that you’re seen, significant, and safe.The kicker? His voice usually calls us to get uncomfortable, release some things that we want to hold onto, or calling us to step up in ways we feel ill-equipped.John 10:27 says, “My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me."You are His sheep. He is your Shepherd. You have the Holy Spirit. You hear His voice right where you are..I hope as you make space for quiet and lean in, this podcast will help remind you that you already hold the superpower of having direct access to the King of Kings. It’s absolutely extraordinary, and it’s true.

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2025

You know the cycle: You start the day already exhausted and end it defeated, all the while telling yourself things will get better if you can just power through this week. But then the weeks turn into months, and you start to believe you'll never be able to stop, slow down, or catch your breath. You wouldn't even know how if you tried. Is this how God intended for us to live? How do we enter into the abundant life God offers us? Best-selling author, pastor, speaker, podcast host, and leader Jess Connolly talks all about this and her journey of writing, “Tired of Being Tired” helped her discover a new way of living..She is relatable, honest, practical, wise, and such a breath of breath air.. Buy Tired of Being Tired: Receive God’s Realistic Rest for your Soul-Deep Exhaustion here: https://amzn.to/4laL5AS Learn more about Jess here: https://www.jessconnolly.com/

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2025

Maybe you feel like you don’t have what it takes to walk in the direction God has called you?Maybe you see others operating in their strengths + gifts and you think, “If only _____ weren’t true”?Maybe you’re feeling the tug to pursue something or take a leap of faith but the voices of your inner critic, the shame of your past, or the odds in your life don’t seem to be in your favor?Your brain seems to catalog everything you LACK but you can sense the spirit nudging you as He whispers, “My love is greater still. Follow me.”.The truth?God doesn’t qualify the ready; He readies the called. He wants to walk with you + partner with you right where you are. There is no place to “arrive” at before this becomes true; the arrival IS the process itself.And His abundant plan for you never includes burnout, striving, or overwhelming your capacity in your current season.He honors.He covers.And He sustains..Cass talks all about this and more in today’s interview! She is practical, real, and a true trailblazer to help women avoid missing the incredible life God has for them out of a desire to remain impressive to the world. Two times best-selling author, podcaster, bible teacher, mamapreneur, seminary student, and partner at Her True Worth, Cassandra Speer is a powerhouse. She wears a lot of different hats, but in everything she does, her aim is to remind you that peace and joy are possible, despite the hard. And perhaps, it is actually the hardest moments and seasons of our lives that are the most pivotal for our sanctification. You can find her new book, “Ready as you are”, everywhere books are sold. Here’s the link on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4c4IDaX Cass is also the host of the podcast, “Hard & Holy”, available on all streaming platforms. Her website is https://cassandraspeer.com

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

Ever feel like you’re working really hard and somehow everyone else is walking in the blessing you’re praying for?Or maybe you just feel unseen or anonymous and you feel your flesh crying out for significance?Or maybe you’re tired of waiting and waiting and waiting to hold a promise that has yet to come to fruition?We dive into this very thing — Allison talks about what it means to choose a life hidden in Christ In a world that equates significance with being seen and excellence with exposure..How do we stop conforming and start embracing the FULLNESS of life exactly where we are? Allison Allen is a speaker, author, creator, podcast host, and a brilliant communicator of the Gospel. Her greatest desire is to include the themes of purpose, value, and identity as she helps people encounter the wild compassion of God. She has written several books and her most recent study, “Hidden”, dives deep into the truths discussed in this podcast. She serves as the wing woman on Lisa Harper’s “Backporch theology” podcast, where their greatest hope is to help people understand the Bible in a substantive but not stuffy way. Learn more about Allison and all her life-giving products here: https://www.allisonallen.net Follow along with Allison on instagram here: www.instagram.com/allisonallen

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

Everyone always says, “You shouldn’t operate out of fear.” And I only HALFWAY agree with that. I would clarify and say this: YOu must operate out of the right kind of fear. We are always operating out of fear of something. It’s how we are wired.Either we are operating out of worldly fear and that drives us or we are living out of holy fear and that is guiding us.Fear isn’t a negative thing; it’s WHO and WHAT we fear that determines whether we experience deep abundance or debilitating anxiety..In this episode, we dig into the difference…how do we notice when we are living in worldly fear and how do we live in a holy fear that reveres God instead?What does this look like?.Follow along with @cleerelystated for daily encouragement! All products mentioned - and many more- can be found on 🤍

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

Your favorite guest is back— my husband!One of my favorite things about Will is he really ponders things before he speaks and he is so honest. I love hearing his perspective; his security in who he is has helped me learn what it means to really take God at His Word.We dig into:• the importance of stillness and why it’s so hard• Some things we are struggling with/learning in this season• What it means to get healthy + the importance of boundaries • Encouragement to anyone asking God, “ummm…what’s your timeline on this?” Follow along with @cleerelystated for daily encouragement! All products mentioned - and many more- can be found on www.cleerelystated.com 🤍

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

What does it really mean to live intentionally?How do we build an intentional life, especially in the seasons that feel exhausting, unpredictable, or just downright busy? How do we find our creativity when life feels mundane?What is the goal of all our doing? My dear friend, Christy Nockels, is such a special voice in this world. From leading worship for 3,000 people to cultivating a home of worship for her family, Christy talks about the different seasons of life and how the Holy Spirit has helped her prioritize the sacred in a public life. She is one of the most intentional, grace-filled, WISE, and tender people I’ve ever met. I’m so grateful we get the chance to learn from her! She has been such a tangible example of how to steward your gift well, while always maintaining the integrity of her soul. Not to mention, her music feels like a massage to your soul, reminding you of who is always in control..Follow along with Christy on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/christynockels Learn more about Christy, her music, her books, and her podcast here: https://www.christynockels.com

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025

You will love this episode with Amy Gannett— we talk motherhood, ministry, and everything in-between. How do we balance it all? Or do we? How do we steward our season well? How do we care about what God cares about? We also talk about postpartum struggles, body image and just the overall tension of learning to walk in the spirit in a culture that is nonstop and noisy.You will be encouraged to dig deep, release the pressure from your shoulders, and open your Bible! Amy is a church planter, a mama, a wife, a speaker and podcaster, and a fellow entrepreneur- she has several businesses including, “Bible Study Schoolhouse” and “Tiny Theologians.” She is a Bible teacher that sits deep into the Word and helps create resources that aid others in digging deep in practical, relatable, and life-giving ways.Follow Amy on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/amycategannettLearn more about Amy here: https://amygannett.comShop all things Tiny Theologians here: https://www.tinytheologians.shopShop all things Bible Study Schoolhouse here: https://study.amygannett.com

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

We are backkkkkk!!!!:) Season 3 is kicking off with a short and sweet episode where we talk about a few things that have really been helpful for me this year and I think could bless you!The “let them” theory by Mel Robbins— I’m sure you’ve seen it everywhere but it is truly transformational if you walk it out! This theory asks the question, “What is truly my responsibility?”. Let’s just say I didn’t realize how often I was taking responsibility for things that I had ZERO control over! The power of PRAYER: The Lord has been reminding me of this truth over and over again through my own life and those around me— there is nothing like the power of prayer! Specific prayers open your eyes in ways nothing else can. Bold prayers increase your faith in ways nothing else can. We talk about how I’ve seen this with Sledge’s life! Healing is a Heavenly process that is unique to each and every situation. How you define it matters greatly in how you experience it. Follow along with us on instagram at @cleerelystated.Shop all my devotional books, encouraging gifts, and faith-based products at www.cleerelystated.com

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

I had the privilege and absolute JOY of talking with my new friend, Nancy Ray-- a fellow North Carolina girl and entrepreneur. She is kind, genuine, and full of SO MUCH PRACTICAL WISDOM! As a mama of four and someone who has owned and operated different kinds of businesses, who has learned how to gracefully step away and enter new seasons, Nancy Ray reminds us of the power of seasons. Things change and God has graced us for each one. Nancy digs into some practical rhythms that help her and her family walk in contentment amidst the busyness of life -- in particular, the Sabbath, which has become a crucial part of their every week. You don't want to miss this one! Nancy's calming voice, along with her ability to gently guide as she helps you discern what your God-given territory is --it's a true gift!  Learn more about Nancy Ray and all her resources, tips, blog, and more here: https://www.nancyray.com/ Follow Nancy Ray on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/nancyray

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2024

It’s that time of year! Gatherings and festivities and managing life’s obligations and sometimes, we forget that our peace isn’t negotiable. We get caught up in the hustle of life and the pressure of the world around us, tying our peace to the ever-going ships of people, places + particulars around us instead of the anchor Himself. And though we know it happens, we still find ourself doing it! Frazzled, frustrated, and frantic in spirit, we try to survive the holidays instead of thrive as we experience them. HOW CAN THIS YEAR BE DIFFERENT?! In this episode, we dig into how to revive our peace this holiday season. With Jesus, it IS possible, no matter the circumstance we’re facing or enduring. Let’s commit to pursuing peace, whatever it requires. ‘Tis the season for a new way— a life-giving way— that savors the present + surrenders the unimportant. Buy my new devotional, "Revive: Declarations of God's Truth to Renew your Spirit"  : https://amzn.to/3Z6VsLW

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2024

Relationships-- the fabric of our lives. Friendships, family relationships, romantic relationships-- all of them-- they are wonderful and hard and rich and heartbreaking and life-giving and raw. If there is anything the Lord wants to revive in your life, it would be your relationships. In this episode, we get to chat with relational health expert, Dr. Melanie Ross Mills, who is a licensed Temperament Therapist and has been described as "everyone's heart doctor." She is a nationally recognized author, speaker, and podcaster and has been on television networks all across the country. She is the creator of the Life Bonds framework, which provides all kinds of content to people to help people establish emotional boundaries, find healing, and thrive in their relationships. Don't miss today's convo-- I believe it will give you permission to release what isn't serving you, walk in humility, learn better boundaries, and nourish your relationships in a new way. linkCode=ml1&tag=cleerecherry-20Follow Dr. Mel on instagram at @drmelaniermillsBuy my new devotional, "Revive: Declarations of God's Truth to Renew your Spirit"  : https://amzn.to/3Z6VsLW

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2024

What does it really mean to experience "revival" in our lives? What does Jesus say about it? Does it always have to be something big, serious, and intense in order to experience revival? In this episode, we dig into what Jesus means when He says He longs to revive every part of our lives-- no compartmentalization! How do we invite Him into every area, especially the dry, dreary, and even dead parts of where we are that we are afraid to be exposed? God wants you to experience the fullness and abundance of abiding in His presence and truly believing that He can restore anything. ORDER my new devotional book, “Revive”: https://amzn.to/3yI4LsB ORDER my children's book, "The Miracle of You", here: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG⁠⁠⁠ Order Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus HERE: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R⁠⁠⁠ Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com Amazon link: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook⁠⁠⁠ Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink⁠⁠⁠ Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2024

What is humility? How do we protect it amidst a culture that prioritizes perception and flesh that fuels our pride? What are the pitfalls of pride and what does it steal from us? How can we operate in humility in our everyday lives and let it transform our daily rhythms? In this episode, Cleere sits down with Chad Veach, the founder and lead pastor of Zoe Church out of Los Angeles, CA. They dive into the heart behind his new book, "I Bet You Think This Book Is About You: How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Pride and Gain the Rewards of Humility." Chad is honest, authentic, gracious, and wise-- don't miss this convo! Buy Chad's new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Bet-Think-This-Book-About-ebook/dp/B0CR92YC1X

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2024

Are you walking through a season of transition and feel a little overwhelmed by all the change? Are you in a time of being hidden— plowing the field, waiting, and wondering if God sees you? Are you hungry for “more” but aren’t quite sure what could cure your restlessness?Whatever it looks like for you, I believe this interview will meet you in that place. We talk about the hard truths about growth, the mercy of being hidden in Jesus, and the desperate need for us all to slow down, assess what God is actually calling us to, and rest in the unknown, knowing that there is One who knows everything and He is with us. Ruth Chou Simons is a best-selling author, artist, podcaster, speaker, and communicator. She is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author of several books and Bible studies, including her new children’s book, Home is Right Where You Are, Beholding and Becoming, TruthFilled and Now and Not Yet.Follow Ruth on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ruthchousimons Preorder her children’s book here: https://amzn.to/47DWLpeOrder “Now and Not Yet” here: https://amzn.to/3XTHpKj

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2024

Digging into the last word of the Focus series and what better word than the name above every name— Jesus!Where do we even start with talking about the person who provides meaning to all other things, changing the timeline for every person and place, and who died so that we can have life?In this episode, we sort through some questions like what was most important to Jesus? And what did He do when He was discouraged?I believe this episode will deeply encourage you and help you sit at His feet and that? It is the richest, most honest, most loving, safe place to be.

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2024

We are all in seasons of waiting…whether it be navigating a season of transition, waiting on an answer to prayer or a promise to come to pass, yearning for healing or restoration to happen or whatever it may be, we all know how hard the process of waiting can be. And yet— it is often the surest way to welcome holiness and understand what it actually means to have peace beyond understanding…because only when your preferences and timeline are challenged can your true source of trust and contentment be revealed.In this episode, we dig into how to wait WELL. What does Jesus say about it? Why does it feel so hard sometimes? How do we prepare our hearts to wait?No matter what your circumstances look like or where you find yourself right now, this episode will meet you right where you are. ORDER my new devotional book, “Revive”: https://amzn.to/3yI4LsBORDER my children's book,"The Miracle of You" , here: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG⁠⁠⁠Order Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus HERE: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R⁠⁠⁠Buy the Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below:Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com:Amazon link: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook⁠⁠⁠Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink⁠⁠⁠Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2024

In this episode, we walk through ten things that the Holy Spirit continuously reminded me of during our recent trip to Texas for Sledge’s physical therapy camp. Though not revolutionary, I firmly believe these reminders will challenge, encourage, and refresh you in whatever season you find yourself in right now. Life on earth is short and yet, we spend so much time focusing on things that don’t matter and then trying to understand why our soul feels restless. That is mercy— pure grace— that we would hear the Father’s whisper in a million different ways as He calls us back to Himself and assures us that the satisfaction, richness, and meaning we are searching for can only be found in and through Him. Praying that this episode meets you where you are. What is God speaking to you right now? Are you listening? Have you stopped long enough to hear Him?

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2024

In order to truly live unfiltered and bring the unfiltered version of ourselves to the feet of Jesus, we must be willing to pay the cost of vulnerability. What are the risks? Is it safe? How do we know when to be vulnerable? And what happens if we aren’t willing? Do the costs outweigh the rewards? In this episode, we dig into both and learn what our Heavenly Father says about the power and necessity of being vulnerable. If we were crafted for relationship, is it possible to have a fruitful life and remain filtered? Let’s ask Jesus together!

Transcribed - Published: 8 July 2024

What does it really mean to live unfiltered before Jesus? What prevents us from living unfiltered lives? What has our filtered culture and mindset done to us? How do we pursue lives of authenticity and transparency in a world obsessed with image and a culture consumed with curation + conformation? In this episode, we dig into what it really means to be unfiltered— in the way that Jesus asks + longs for us to be— the kind that produces peace and ensures our contentment + safety. We long to be known, yet we apply filters on the inside + outside of our lives, not allowing anyone, even ourselves, to really know us…how does this affect us? How do we live differently? Unfiltered: will we trust Jesus with ALL of us so that we can walk in ALL He has for us? Preorder the “Unfiltered” Bible Study here: https://amzn.to/4eYIyH5

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2024

You probably already know my dear friend, Brittany Sjogren— the beautiful face and heart behind the Instagram, @loverlygrey. In this episode, we talk about how different perception is from reality, how boundaries are necessary to protect our peace, and how to find true fulfillment in an industry that can easily leave you chasing the next thing. Brittany is honest, wise, and authentic; her willingness to go against the grain is so refreshing and I can’t wait for you to hear her heart in this episode. If you’ve been procrastinating on pursuing your dreams, if you’ve been reluctant to show up because the desired space you’re interested in is too saturated, or if you’re burnt out from plowing the field and wondering if it’s worth it to keep going, this episode will meet you right where you are. It will encourage you, remind you of the power of hard work, and inspire you to trust the Holy Spirit with whatever you put your hands to. The truth is, we all have influence exactly where we are; the difference will be whether we realize that influence and what we choose to do with it. Take a note from Brittany: The world needs the unfiltered version of you!

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2024

In this podcast, we dig into the word “with”- the four-letter, incredibly common word used a million times in our everyday vernacular but I personally think it might be the most powerful word in the english language. I know that’s a big statement but you’ll see what I mean as we dig deeper together. With: the notion of togetherness. Camaraderie. When you are with someone, you are not alone. I would argue that it is WHO you are WITH that changes your experience the most– not even where you are or what you’re going through or whatever it may be but the company you keep while you’re there.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2024

Struggling to be vulnerable or let people into your pain? A little worn out by what life is asking of you and needing a reminder to keep going? Needing endurance for your current journey?Navigating the gap between what you expected and your reality? This one’s for you. In this episode, Will (my husband if you’re new here:)), dig into what life has been like since our last episode of Sledge coming home from the hospital— parent or not, I believe this episode will encourage you right where you are. The truth is, we often feel like God asks for more endurance than we have, but only God knows how strong we are with Him. I pray this episode encourages you to look for God’s hand, invite others in, and to be honest about where you are as you trust God to hold you, help you, and heal you.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2024

Struggling to be vulnerable or let people into your pain? A little worn out by what life is asking of you and needing a reminder to keep going? Navigating the gap between what you expected and your reality? This one’s for you. In this episode, Will (my husband if you’re new here:)), dig into what life has been like since our last episode of Sledge coming home from the hospital— parent or not, I believe this episode will encourage you right where you are. The truth is, we often feel like God asks for more endurance than we have, but only God knows how strong we are with Him. I pray this episode encourages you to look for God’s hand, invite others in, and to be honest about where you are as you trust God to hold you, help you, and heal you.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2024

Simplicity. Having a simple life. Pursuing the simple things…it all sounds so…rosy yet unrealistic, right? Amidst the millions of distractions, hurried culture, and expectations of you, how is it possible to live a simple life? In this episode, we will dig into the how, what, who, and why behind pursuing a simple life— clearing the clutter and leaving room for what matters.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2024

Life is busy and most seasons are filled with asking the question, “God, how do I do this well and not tire out?” Especially amidst the hard seasons, it is crucial to have priorities in order and rhythms in place to protect your peace and allow you to freely operate with joy. In this episode, one of my favorite authors and communicators dives into how to do this in very realistic and practical ways. Notorious for her books, “You are Free” and “Rhythms of Renewal”, her latest book, “Resilient” shows us how to walk forward in the really hard seasons— having healthy infrastructure helps us dig in when we want to give up. Don’t miss this episode— I promise it’ll encourage + challenge you!

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2024

Words. Why are they so important? Why do they matter? What rewards or consequences do they bring? How do we choose good ones? How do we harness negative ones? What does it look like to glorify Jesus with our words? Jesus has SO much to say about words! And what do we use every single day to communicate with those we love, those we just meet, and everyone around us? WORDS! The words we speak to others, our prayer life, our internal chatter, and the words we receive on a daily basis— all of these facets are vital for us to recognize where we invite life or death. The power of the tongue is a game-changer in every situation, season, and struggle. What direction are you steering if your tongue is the rudder? Does it please God? We will dive deep and hopefully gain a better understanding of what it looks like to water words of life and hope. ORDER my new children's book,"The Miracle of You" , here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Order Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus HERE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy the Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2024

Buckle up! I’m so excited for y’all to hear the story of some of my new favorite people and friends— Parker and Jeff Byrd. Parker was involved in a boating accident in July of 2022 that nearly cost him his life, but he ended up having part of his right leg amputated, forever altering his baseball journey and life in general. His dad, Jeff, who is a physician, has been there every step of the journey as they have navigated the curveball nobody expected. Expect to be challenged, deeply encouraged, and reminded that God uses everything for His glory and our good. ORDER my new children's book,"The Miracle of You" , here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Order Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus HERE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy the Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2024

What does it mean to surrender? Is it irresponsible to truly empty your hands and leave everything at God's feet? How do you surrender and what does that look like? In this episode, we will dig into the word surrender and what Jesus has to say about it. I think a lot of us are tired of carrying around what we have been carrying around but establishing a different normal feels next to impossible with all the demands we have, the obstacles we know will come, and the expectations we place on ourselves....so what do we do? If you are yearning for a new normal, a quieter mind, or the ability to operate from a posture of rest, this episode is for you. ORDER my new children's book,"The Miracle of You" , here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG⁠⁠⁠⁠ Order Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus HERE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy the Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook⁠⁠⁠⁠ Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink⁠⁠⁠⁠ Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2024

Just get ready— My dear friend, Megan Holland (@meganroseholland), joined me for a conversation about all the things! How do we live the life God has called us to — what does that look like? Will we always prefer the way He answers our prayers? What do we do when He doesn’t? what does it look like to commit to the deep work of holiness, especially when it’s hard? Wherever you find yourself in life, I believe this episode is relevant for you and will encourage + challenge you greatly! ORDER my new children's book,"The Miracle of You" , here: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG⁠⁠⁠ Order Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus HERE: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R⁠⁠⁠ Buy the Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook⁠⁠⁠ Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink⁠⁠⁠ Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2024

God is always speaking— sometimes, it feels like the faintest whisper, and other times, it’s as loud as a mighty roar. In this episode, we dig into 5 things God is teaching me and why I feel like they matter; though not revolutionary or complex, His constant nudges are always the way to a fruitful and faithful life. My prayer is that as you listen, the Holy Spirit might whisper to your own heart. Does something resonate with you? Or what has He been saying to your heart— and better yet, have you been listening? Taking inventory of His voice reminds us that He truly is everywhere and that intimate details are His specialty. ORDER my new children's book,"The Miracle of You" , here: ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG⁠⁠ Order Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus HERE: ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R⁠⁠ Buy the Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook⁠⁠ Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink⁠⁠ Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2024

How are you doing with your New year's goals and resolutions? Or what about just your everyday rhythms-- do you feel like you're already behind or defeated? Or did you get smothered by unrealistic expectations and never even begin? Either way, in this episode, we dig into the power of creating realistic, everyday rhythms that make us more like Jesus, which is ultimately the true desire behind every worthy and lasting goal. Cleere reviews some Q&A from her Instagram stories regarding the most common answers for where people are at, what they are struggling with, and what they are needing from God right now-- and the commonalities amongst the answers are wild and comforting. Wherever you are, whatever season you find yourself in, no matter how far off you have already gotten from the hopes you set for yourself this year, this podcast is for you. Today is the perfect day for a reset. And the beauty of following Jesus' lead and being loved by Him? He knows how to pivot and adjust better to anyone. Lean in...this is a good one!

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2024

It's been a minute! I've missed y'all! Season 2 is kicking off with a mixture of interviews with some of my favorite people and then some conversations with just you and me! First up, none other than my pastor, Aaron Kennedy. He is the lead pastor of Open Door Church in Winterville, North Carolina and I have had the privilege to sit under his wisdom, guidance, and obedience for several years. We dig deep-- everything from knowing your own red flags to hearing God's voice to what it looks like to truly lead from a place of vulnerability and authenticity. Aaron is one of the most real, fun, and gracious people I know; I pray this conversation blesses you like it did me. ORDER my new children's book,"The Miracle of You" , here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG⁠⁠⁠⁠ Order Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus HERE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy the Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook⁠⁠⁠⁠ Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink⁠⁠⁠⁠ Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 2 January 2024

How do we be people of expectant hope? How do we live in a way that proves we don't just believe the miracles of Scripture but we trust that that same God is working in our everyday lives right here, right now? And how do we live looking for miracles when we are experiencing a circumstance we never hoped for or when we live praying for things to change? We dive into this in today's episode! We walk through FIVE practical ways to help ensure a miracle mindset and live a life that welcomes the full power and promise of the God who saved us. ORDER my new children's book,"The Miracle of You" , here: ⁠https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG⁠ Order Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus HERE: ⁠https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R⁠ Buy the Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: ⁠https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook⁠ Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: ⁠https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink⁠ Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2023

Everyone, or most everyone, has good intentions, right? We WANT to live a life that is full of purpose, driven in the right direction, and expands the Kingdom of Heaven. Yet, how many times do we get to the end of our days, or even our years, and think, "Why wasn't I more intentional with my time?" In this episode, we dive into FOUR QUESTIONS we can ask Jesus to get more intentional with our time, our resources, and our energy in every season. Realistic, relatable, and raw for right where this finds you. Don't get to the end of 2023 wishing that once again, you had lived differently. Sit with Jesus and get intentional today because we all know, life surely will try to distract you :) PREORDER "The Miracle of You" children's book here: https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG Order "Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus" HERE: https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R Buy the "Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life" devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2023

This episode is special. My husband, Will Reaves, is on the podcast and y'all- prepare yourselves. He takes us to church, seriously. He talks about his experience in the hospital, how God's presence became loud to him, and how he fights to maintain that "looking for miracles" mindset in his everyday life.  PREORDER "The Miracle of You" children's book here: https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG Order "Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus" HERE: https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R Buy the "Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life" devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2023

What is your purpose? How do you know if you are living a life of purpose? Is it possible to miss out on God's purpose for your life or a specific season? In this episode, we dig into this word "purpose" and what God says about it. The truth is, our souls were made to live a life of rich purpose and anything short of it will always leave us feeling restless. God is the "more" we are craving in every circumstance. So how do we walk in purpose? Listen in :) PREORDER "The Miracle of You" children's book here: https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG Order "Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus" HERE: https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R Buy the "Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life" devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 8 November 2022

Amidst the madness of life and the going, going, going, I think it's always so healthy and helpful to take a step back and ask yourself: What is God teaching me right now? Am I listening?  And when I hear Him, do I have the faith and courage to follow? In this episode, Cleere dives into three different things God is teaching her right now...3 things that the Holy Spirit has continually prompted and brought to her spirit... 1. How do we find order? We all crave it. 2. Are we supposed to avoid tension in our relationships? Can it truly be helpful? 3. What happens we talk about how big Goliath is? Does it help us fight? As you listen, think about the things God is showing your spirit. Turn down the voices and get still...He is speaking. PREORDER "The Miracle of You" children's book here: https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG Order "Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus" HERE: https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R Buy the "Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life" devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2022

We tend to put creating in a box...placing "creative" underneath the column of painters, photographers, artists, etc. But in reality, God created all of us to create! In this episode, we dig into the reasons why we tend to stay small, insecure, quiet, or unsure about the gifts He has given us, the space He has us, and the places He calls us to. It's time to think outside the box. It's time to welcome back our imagination, dip into our innovative spirits, and ask Jesus to help us show up with bold creativity, not missing a single thing He has for us. PREORDER "The Miracle of You" children's book here: https://amzn.to/3E5mLgG Order "Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus" HERE: https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R Buy the "Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life" devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2022

What would the 2023 version of you hope you did RIGHT now? Right where you are, with what you have, and what you currently know? This podcast walks through the acronym “TWENTY-THREE” with 11 pieces of advice you can implement now, as you get to where you want to go. Whether you’re graduating from high-school, in your mid-thirties trying to navigate a career change, in the throws of parenthood, or a recent empty-nester, this episode is for you.

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2022

How much do you believe your expectations affect your experience? Who determines your expectations? How do you change your expectations? We dig into all these questions and more. The truth is, only Jesus can exceed our expectations. He is the only One who knows all, sees all, is aware of our need and our desires, can do anything at any moment, and is worthy of placing our eggs in His basket. Are you letting the world control your expectations or the Word? Are you struggling with your life because it's not meeting your expectations? Listen in :)

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2022

Struggling with finding clarity? In a new season of life and wondering how to know the next right thing? Overwhelmed by life’s obligations or worried about how you don’t measure up? This episode is for you! I had the opportunity to sit down and chat with my good friend, Rachel Awtrey of Behind the Bliss Podcast and it so encouraged my soul! God can cover every gap. He is generous with His wisdom. His perfection really is sufficient and His kindness is unmatched. Praying for your courage and your clarity as you dig into today’s episode!

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2022

What are we anchored to? Who are we anchored to? What happens if we don't stay anchored? What is the fruit of an anchored life? How we answer these questions determines the direction of our lives and the safety we experience the whole way there. "Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus" HERE: https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R Buy the "Focus: How One Word a Week will Transform Your life" devotional that goes along with this podcast! Sources below: Available on Amazon and cleerelystated.com: Amazon link: https://bit.ly/focusdevotionalbook Purchase on cleerelystated.com + see Cleere's other products: https://bit.ly/Cleerelystatedfocuslink Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2022

This podcast finds us all in a variety of circumstances and situations, doesn't it? Some of us are in seasons of parenthood, singleness, new jobs, or big transitions. Others are navigating their through a new normal they never asked for and still are praying away. However, what we all desperately want is to live a life that is steady and peaceful, no matter what rocks our boat-- aka, to have a trusting heart. But HOW? When life is so crazy and so uncertain and often messy, how does that even happy? In this episode, Cleere walks through the acronym of TRUST and the different steps and reminders we can activate to live a life where we really can rest and say, "It is well with my soul"--wherever life takes us. Purchase Cleere's devotionals (including "Focus" as referenced) + other products here: www.cleerelystated.com Monday Prayer + daily encouragement can be found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2022

For all of us lately, "normal" has felt a thing of the past. With the constant uncertainty looming and life's ever-changing tides, how do we maintain our peace? Our hope? Our joy? Our faith? In this episode, Cleere will talk about how her family's normal was hijacked when their son, Sledge, was born at 26 weeks old in July (hence the gap between this episode and the last!) and the decision they had to make in order to faithfully navigate life in the hospital for 119 days. With that life change, Cleere realized she had two choices: She could either react or respond. That's our choice everyday, isn't it? But the truth is, we always have a choice— when we walk by the Spirit, no matter how difficult our circumstances or how uncertain our future seems, we can always RESPOND knowing Jesus is on the clock and He is for our lives. It will change everything when we do. Purchase Cleere's devotionals + other products here:  www.cleerelystated.com Monday Prayer found on @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2022

Jeannie Cunnion, my dear friend and soon to be yours, is the mama to five boys, a speaker, an author, a leader, a wife, and so many other things. Her work has been featured on TODAY, the 700 Club, Fox News, Focus on the Family and so many other places. Jeannie recently released her book, "Don't Miss Out," which is all about the person of the Holy Spirit. We know-- there are a lot of misconceptions about the Holy Spirit! Or maybe it feels confusing to you...ambiguous? Unaccessible? For the spiritually elite? Digging into the person and the power of the Holy Spirit, you will feel SO encouraged and empowered to live differently. We don't have to find more will-power to live a richer life; we need to discover more spirit-power. The good news? It's already inside of us because He takes up home within us. Find more of Jeannie's work and about her here: wwww.jeanniecunnion.com Buy Jeannie's book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0764238221/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=jeanniecunnio-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0764238221&linkId=81f8772b1143a02009a66e47fb299802 Buy the NEW book from Cleere--"Radiate: 90 Devotions to Reflect the Heart of Jesus" HERE: https://amzn.to/3xGwF2R Purchase Cleere's other products and see additional content: www.cleerelystated.com @cleerelystated Instagram - follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/cleerelystated/

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2021