In this episode of Elevate the Day, we talk with author and minister Jim Cernero about the powerful covenant Jesus established and what it means for believers today.

Many Christians understand redemption intellectually but never fully walk in the promises Jesus secured for them. This conversation will encourage you to move beyond simply knowing Scripture to actively believing and declaring what God has already spoken over your life.

Jim shares practical insights about aligning our words with God’s promises and learning to live in the victory Jesus has already won. When believers agree with God’s Word and declare His promises, it strengthens faith and opens the door for transformation in everyday life.

Whether you’re facing sickness, financial pressure, or spiritual battles, this episode will remind you that God’s promises are not distant or theoretical, they are available and active for believers today.

Takeaways:

1. The covenant Jesus established gives believers access to healing, redemption, and God’s promises.

2. Your words matter.

3. Move from mental agreement to true belief.

Learn more from Jim’s book: **The Blood's Decree by Jim Cernero

Get your copy today at: https://www.amazon.com/Bloods-Decree-Receive-Protection-Blessing/dp/B0DVVRPLB6

In this powerful episode of Elevate the Day, hosts Jennifer Covello and Karen Salisbury discuss a topic that challenges us all—receiving correction. While feedback can feel uncomfortable, it is one of God’s greatest tools for personal growth, spiritual maturity, and character development.

Through real-life examples, from corporate performance reviews to classroom lessons, Jennifer and Karen unpack why a teachable spirit is essential if we want to grow in our faith and relationships.

If you’ve ever struggled with feedback, this episode will help you develop discernment, humility, and wisdom in how you respond.

Key Takeaways:

• Correction is a pathway to peace and spiritual maturity.

• A humble heart positions us for God’s blessings.

• Constructive feedback from trusted relationships strengthens us.

• Loving instruction is not rejection—it’s refinement.

• Spiritual growth requires being correctable.

Scripture: “He who keeps instruction is in the way of life, but he who refuses correction goes astray.” (Proverbs 10:17 NKJV)

Waiting is something we all experience — waiting for clarity, breakthrough, healing, provision, or the next open door. But what if the waiting season isn’t a pause… it’s preparation?

In this powerful episode of Elevate The Day, we sit downwith author Geoffrey Graff to talk about his new book, “Don’t Waste The Wait.”

Instead of allowing waiting to become wasted time, Geoffrey challenges us to see it as an opportunity for growth, obedience, and trust.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why waiting is a universal experience and how your response determines your growth
• How to avoid “analysis paralysis” in an information-saturated world
• A simple, actionable framework to help you move forward with clarity and faith

Key Takeaways

• Waiting is preparation, not punishment.
• The delay may be shaping you for what’s ahead.
• Clarity often comes after obedience.
• Take the next step you can see instead of waiting for the entire roadmap.
• Growth during the wait determines readiness for what’s next.
• What you do now matters more than you think.

If you’re in a season of waiting, this episode will help you shift from frustration to faith-filled action.

Get Geoffrey's book: Don't Waste the Wait: https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Waste-Wait-Steps-Timing/dp/1667511645

Change is inevitable but how you respond to it determineswhether it strengthens you or sidelines you. In this episode of Elevate the Day, we share practical and faith-filled strategies for navigating life’s unexpected transitions with resilience and hope.

Key Takeaways:

1. Change Is Inevitable. Growth Is Optional
Life will shift, stretch, and sometimes shake us. The key isn’t resisting change but learning how to respond to it with maturity and trust in God.

2. Go to God First
Before reacting emotionally, pause and pray. A simple “Lord, help” invites wisdom, peace, and perspective into uncertain moments (Colossians 3:1).

3. Your Attitude Shapes Your Experience
Focusing on what you don’t like about change keeps you stuck. Choosing gratitude and trust shifts your mindset and opens the door for growth.

4. You’ve Survived Change Before
Every past challenge you’ve walked through is proof of God’s faithfulness. You are more resilient than you think.

5. Don’t Navigate Change Alone
God works through people. Lean into community, seek wise counsel, and allow others to support you through transition.

No matter what shift you're facing, remember that you’re not a victim of change. In Christ, you’re a victory waiting to happen.

Scripture: "Yet in all these things we are more thanconquerors through Him who loved us." (Romans 8:37 NKJV)

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In a world where love can often feel conditional andfleeting, understanding the unconditional love of God can transform our lives.

In this enlightening episode of Elevate the Day, hosts Jennifer Covello and Karen Jensen Salisbury delve deep into the significance of God’s love.

Join us as we explore profound insights that can help you grasp the true essence of divine love and its impact on your daily life.

Key Takeaways:

- God’s love is unconditional and not based on our performance.

- Personal revelation through scripture can deepen our understanding of God’s love.

- Viewing God as a loving Father makes Him more relatable and approachable.

- Knowing God’s love is foundational to believing in His promises and provisions.

- Seeking God’s help in understanding His love is encouraged and welcomed.

"And we have known and believed the love that God has for us. God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him." (1 John 4:16 NKJV)

In this powerful episode of Elevate the Day, we sit down with author and teacher Rev. Hannah Brim to talk about developing a personal, authentic prayer life.

Drawing from her book “Raising Your Voice in Prayer,” Hannah encourages listeners to discover their unique voice in prayer and to build a genuine relationship with God that goes beyond routine or tradition.

Hannah shares her journey of faith, growing up in a ministry family, and how she learned the importance of knowing God personally.

The conversation also highlights the value of intergenerational prayer, practical ways to deepen your walk with God, and encouragement for anyone who feels unsure or stuck in their prayer life.

Whether you’re new to prayer or looking to go deeper, this episode will inspire you to approach God with confidence, honesty, and expectation.

What You'll Learn:

· Your prayer voice is unique. Just like a fingerprint, no one else can pray to God the way you do.

· Start small and stay consistent. Prayer and Bible reading don’t have to be overwhelming; simple, sincere steps matter.

· Faith grows in community. Intergenerational encouragement strengthens prayer and helps pass faith to the next generation.

Listen now and be encouraged to raise your voice in prayer.

Get Hannah's new book here:

amazon.com/Raising-Your-Voice-Prayer-Spirit-led/dp/1667511599

Follow Hannah at @HannahBrimYT

In this episode of Elevate the Day, Jennifer and Karen tackle the powerful subject of thought life and how managing our thoughts is essential to living in victory.

In a world full of distractions, negativity, and noise, they share biblical truth and practical tools to help listeners capture their thoughts, align them with God’s Word, and walk in freedom.

You’ll learn how your thoughts shape your beliefs, words, and actions and how renewing your mind can transform every area of your life. This conversation is both encouraging and actionable, offering faith-filled strategies you can apply immediately.

Key Points Discussed:

• Why Thought Life Matters

• Taking Every Thought Captive

• Speaking God’s Promises

• Replacing Lies with Truth

Don’t just reject negative thoughts; replace them with scripture and God’s promises.

Takeaway:

Victory begins in the mind. When we capture our thoughts, speak God’s Word, and stay mindful of what we allow to influence us, we position ourselves to live the victorious life God has already promised.

Scripture: “Casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ.” (2 Corinthians 2:5 NKJV)

What does true worship really look like? In this episode of Elevate the Day, we sit down with Sean Hirschy to explore how worship is far more than a song, a service, or a stage. It’s a wholehearted response to all God has done in our lives.

Sean challenges us to rethink worship as something we perform and instead embrace it as a daily, authentic response flowing from gratitude, surrender, and relationship.

Drawing from Scripture, we discuss how God invites us to connect with Him in spirit and truth, not through pretense or religious routine, but through honest hearts that acknowledge Him in every part of life.

Jesus reminds us, “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth” (John 4:24).

This kind of worship isn’t limited to Sunday mornings. It shows up in our homes, our workplaces, our conversations, and our choices. As Sean shares, when we recognize all God has done for us, worship becomes the natural overflow of a transformed life.

“In view of God’s mercy…offer your bodies as a living sacrifice” (Romans 12:1).

In this conversation, we also unpack the freedom that comes when worship is no longer about appearances. God isn’t impressed by polished performances; He desires authenticity. When we acknowledge Him in all we do (Proverbs 3:6), our everyday lives become sacred spaces of worship.

Be encouraged to raise your level of worship not by doing more, but by living fully aware of who God is and all He has done.

"But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for the Father is seeking such to worship Him. God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” (John 4:23-24 NKJV)