It’ll Always Be Fun with Brooke and Miranda

Monday Minute #24: A Redeeming God - with Sam Leaphart

In this week’s Monday Minute, our friend, Sam Leaphart shares a powerful reminder about the redeeming heart of God.
We all have parts of our story that feel messy, painful, or unfinished. Moments we wish had gone differently or seasons that seem wasted. But the beautiful truth of the gospel is that nothing in our lives is beyond God’s ability to redeem.
Through His grace, God takes broken places and brings restoration, purpose, and hope.
If you’ve ever wondered whether God can truly use every part of your story, this short encouragement is for you.
✨ Be reminded today that God is still working — and He is never finished redeeming what once felt lost.
Be sure to come back Friday and catch Brooke and Miranda for another full episode of It’ll Always Be Fun.

Holy NO! Episode 4: Staying Isn't Always Faithful

Sometimes the most faithful thing you can do… is leave.
In this week’s episode of Holy NO!, Brooke and Miranda wrestle with the uncomfortable truth that staying isn’t always the spiritual choice. Sometimes faithfulness to God requires the courage to step away from something people expect you to remain in.
In Mark 1:38, when people were looking for Jesus and hoping He would stay, He told His disciples:
“Let’s go on to the neighboring towns so I can preach there also. I must go because that is why I was sent.”
Jesus wasn’t abandoning people.
He wasn’t being unloving.
He was being faithful to the purpose God had given Him.
In this conversation, Brooke and Miranda talk about:
• Why staying can sometimes feel more spiritual than leaving
• The difference between faithfulness and fear
• How guilt, expectations, and people-pleasing can keep us stuck
• What it looks like to follow God even when it means walking away
This episode is honest, emotional, and deeply encouraging for anyone wrestling with the tension between loyalty and obedience.
Because sometimes the most faithful thing you can say is Holy NO.

Monday Minute #23: Alli Eastman - A Heart Surrendered

In this Monday Minute, Alli Eastman shares an encouraging reminder for anyone who serves God in visible ways — whether that’s in ministry, leadership, or simply loving people in everyday life.
If you’ve ever felt the quiet pressure to do it right… to be enough… to live up to what others see in you… you’re not alone. Insecurity can creep in even when our hearts are fully devoted to honoring God.
But Scripture brings us back to what truly matters.
In 1 Samuel 16:7 we’re reminded that while people look at outward appearance, the Lord looks at the heart. God isn’t asking for a perfect performance — He’s looking for surrender. He already knows our weaknesses, our doubts, and our insecurities… and He still calls us anyway.
This short but powerful encouragement will remind you that God doesn’t use you because you’re impressive — He uses you because you’re willing.
Be sure to tune in Friday for a full episode with Brooke and Miranda. And remember, when we’re together, it’ll always be fun!

Holy NO! Episode 3: Jesus Didn't Need to Explain Himself, and Neither do You

In this week’s episode of the Holy NO! series, Brooke and Miranda explore a quiet but powerful moment in the life of Jesus:
“But Jesus often withdrew to the wilderness for prayer.” — Luke 5:16
In the middle of growing crowds, rising expectations, and people constantly needing something from Him, Jesus didn’t pause to explain why He stepped away. He simply did what was necessary to stay connected to the Father.
And sometimes… we have to do the same.
So many of us feel pressure to justify our boundaries—to soften our “no,” explain it, defend it, or make sure everyone understands. But Jesus shows us another way. A faithful “no” doesn’t require a speech.
In this conversation, Brooke and Miranda talk honestly about the fear of disappointing people, the tension between compassion and boundaries, and how following Jesus sometimes means choosing quiet obedience over public approval.
Because the truth is:
Discomfort isn’t danger.Disappointment is not failure.Saying no does not make you unloving.
Sometimes the most faithful thing you can do is step away, breathe, and return to the place where your soul is restored.
Grab your coffee and join us for this honest conversation about boundaries, courage, and the freedom that comes from following Jesus—even when it means not explaining yourself.
Don’t forget to download the Holy NO! Workbook to follow along with the series.

Monday Minute #22: Lachlan - Never Alone

In this special Monday Minute, 10-year-old Lachlan shares from his own heart about something many kids (and adults) understand — the fear of being alone. Using Deuteronomy 31:6, he reminds us of God’s powerful promise: “He will never leave you nor forsake you.”
When fear creeps in at night, when the house feels too quiet, or when life feels uncertain, it can be easy to forget that we’re never truly by ourselves. Through simple faith and honest courage, Lachlan points us back to the truth that Jesus is always with us — in the dark, in the unknown, and in every moment we need Him.
This short but meaningful encouragement is a reminder for all ages: you are seen, you are loved, and you are never alone.
Be sure to come back Friday for another full episode with Brooke and Miranda — and remember, when we’re together, it’ll always be fun!

Holy No! Episode 2: Forgiveness Isn't an Invitation

Forgiveness is one of the most beautiful commands Jesus gives us… but it’s also one of the most misunderstood.
In this episode, Brooke and Miranda talk about the difference between forgiveness and access — and why releasing someone doesn’t always mean welcoming them back into the same space they once occupied.
Using John 2:24, we look at the example of Jesus Himself, who loved people deeply, forgave freely, and yet did not entrust Himself to everyone. If Jesus modeled both compassion and discernment, maybe boundaries aren’t a lack of grace — maybe they’re wisdom.
If you’ve ever felt guilty for saying no…If you’ve wondered whether protecting your peace means you’re failing to forgive…If you’ve struggled with how to love someone without letting them continue to hurt you…
This conversation is for you.
Join us for this honest conversation and then continue the journey this week with  the Holy NO! workbook.
📥 Download your copy here: https://payhip.com/b/TFOrZ
And remember — when we’re together, it’ll always be fun.

One Year Later, and We're Still Having Fun!

A year ago, we pressed record for the very first time.
We didn’t have everything figured out. We didn’t know who would listen. We just knew we wanted to create a space where people could laugh, feel understood, and grow in their faith alongside us.
And somehow… here we are.
One year of showing up.One year of conversations that were sometimes light and sometimes really hard.One year of friendship, honesty, tears, joy, and learning to trust God in the middle of real life.
In this anniversary episode, we’re looking back on the journey — what starting this podcast has meant to us, what we’ve learned along the way, and the moments that changed us more than we expected. We’re also sharing how this space has shaped our friendship and why we believe God still has so much ahead.
If you’ve listened, shared an episode, encouraged us, or prayed for us — you’ve been part of this story. More than you know.
Thank you for being here with us.
This is just the beginning.
And remember… when we’re together, it’ll always be fun.

Monday Minute #21: Leah - For Such a Time as This

In this powerful Monday Minute, Leah shares the story of Esther — a young woman placed in an unexpected position for a divine purpose. Facing fear, uncertainty, and enormous risk, Esther had a choice: stay safe or step forward in faith.
Through Esther’s story, Leah reminds us that God often calls ordinary people into extraordinary moments. We may not feel ready. We may not feel brave. But obedience is often the first step toward courage.
Her message builds to a truth we all need to hear:
Courage doesn’t always start with confidence. Sometimes it starts with obedience.
If you’ve ever felt unqualified, afraid, or unsure of what God is asking you to do, this Monday Minute will encourage you to trust that He has positioned you for a reason — and He will be with you every step.
Be sure to come back Friday for another full episode with Brooke and Miranda — and remember, when we’re together, it’ll always be fun!

Holy NO! Episode 1: Healing Doesn't Equal Access

Healing is beautiful. Growth is sacred. Forgiveness matters.But healing does not automatically mean someone gets continued access to your life.
In this first episode of our Holy No series, we’re talking about the difference between personal healing and relational boundaries — and why those two things are often confused. So many of us have been taught that if we’ve grown, forgiven, or moved forward, we should also reopen doors that once hurt us. But when we look at Jesus, we see someone who loved deeply while still setting limits — someone who walked away from crowds, created space, and protected what the Father was doing in Him.
This conversation is about learning new ways to respond without guilt. It’s about recognizing that boundaries are not punishment, rejection, or bitterness. They are often wisdom. They are often protection. And sometimes, they are deeply Christ-like.
We’re walking this journey too — learning to release what was never ours to carry and discovering what it means to live from identity instead of pressure.
If you’ve ever struggled with feeling like healing means you have to let someone back in… this episode is for you.
📖 You can download the Holy No workbook using the link in our show notes to follow along with each week of the series.
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Monday Minute #20: Sarah Blankenship - You Can't Rush Roots

This week on Monday Minute, Sarah Blankenship shares a powerful reminder from Galatians 6:9 — growth doesn’t happen faster just because we want it to.
No amount of hovering, checking, or prodding will speed up the process. Some of the deepest work God does in our lives happens underground, where we can’t see it yet. Roots are forming. Strength is developing. Foundations are being established.
If this season feels slow, it doesn’t mean you’re stuck.It might mean you’re being established.
Be encouraged to keep going, keep trusting, and don’t grow weary in doing good — because in the right season, the fruit will come.