The Notice

Have you ever wondered how God can use your gifts in ways you never expected? Join me as I sit down with mulit-talented Judy Harrison for an inspiring conversation about creating meaningful musical opportunities in both secular and ministry settings. We'll also share details about a special concert coming to Maple Ridge PLACE this August with her new group Voices of Grace - an opportunity you won't want to miss. 

On this episode of The Notice, we’re joined by Melody Tincknell, founder of Nature Awaits, for a conversation about the beauty of encountering God through the outdoors. If you feel refreshed, grounded, or spiritually renewed in nature, this episode is for you. Together, we explore how creation can draw us closer to God and awaken us to His presence in everyday moments.

Have you ever wondered if you are a gift to the world? So many of us feel stuck—unsure how to “unwrap” who we are so others can see the beauty God placed inside. Join Julie Eickenroth, guest host, as she talks with author Susan Hoekstra, host of THE NOTICE podcast about her new book "Gifts, Talents, and Skills, Oh My! Unwrapping the Gift of You.

Have you experienced trauma or walked through seasons of deep pain?
Have you ever wondered where God is in the middle of it all? You’re not alone. Join us as we gently explore what it means to recognize God’s presence—even in the hardest places—and discover how hope can begin to take root again, even when you’ve felt like the victim in your story.

Have you ever noticed how God speaks through the quiet things? Listen in as we talk with my friend and horse person, Cortney Moguel, about ways horses help us notice ourselves, others, and most importantly, God. Because sometimes, when we slow down enough to listen… we realize He’s been speaking all along.

On this episode of THE NOTICE, we’re talking about self-discipline—the kind that doesn’t always feel heroic, but shows up in small, everyday choices. Why is it so hard to stay consistent? What does the Bible really say about it? And when we’re struggling to follow through, does God even notice?

 

Human beings are story-shaped creatures. We are born into stories, raised in stories, and live and die in stories. Join me and my friend Julie Eickenroth, Director of Freedom Farm Ministries, for the first of many episodes on story. Our story, other people's stories, and HIS story. And how God takes notice.

On this episode of THE NOTICE, we’re talking about something many of us struggle with—finding the time, energy, or even the motivation to move our bodies. Maybe you’re unsure where to begin, or maybe you’ve wondered if God really cares about something as ordinary as our workouts.

Join me as I share how God met me in the most unexpected way during an exercise class—on a cold, blustery Monday morning—and how even in our physical routines, He finds meaningful ways to notice us.

On this episode of THE NOTICE I’m joined by author and radio host Rachael Jenneman for a conversation about hyper-independence — that need to do it all ourselves and never ask for help. It can look like strength, but often it’s rooted in fear or disappointment. Yet God invites us to something different. So settle in, and let’s take notice...

Is God concerned about our weight loss issues? Does He notice our struggles? Join me as I discuss my weight loss journey and how God took notice.  

Were you ever taught how to resolve conflict? Conflict shows up in our marriages, in the workplace, and in our church community. Join me and my good friend Julie Eickenroth, Director of Freedom Farm Ministries Grand Traverse. We’re going to talk about the challenges of conflict, the different ways we respond, and discuss different things to consider when facing conflict. 

Tax day.  By now most of you have taken care of the annual ordeal. For some, it’s okay, for others, it’s intolerable. Join me as I share my 2025 tax story and how this annual responsibility changed my perspective.

Have you been wrongly accused? Is there such a thing as an accusatory spirit? Listen in as we explore this tactic of the enemy and how God takes notice of us even when wrongly accused.

Do you find yourself on a path you didn't expect? Are you wondering what happened to the dreams you had for your life? If you are someone who serves in the home, at work, in church, or in ministry, you’ll want to listen to this conversation I have with Julie Eickenroth, Director of Freedom Farm Ministries here at Maple Ridge Place. We discuss passions, how God guides our pathway to our passions, and how to best offer those passions wherever we find ourselves

Has anyone ever told you to mind your own business? Or perhaps you have wanted to say that to someone?  Listen to this episode, where we discuss what it means to mind our own business, the ways we can live quietly, and how to take notice of God and others when we do.