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Make Life Matter

Make Life Matter

Kingdom Winds·Hosted by Angela Donadio·44 episodes

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Join Bible teacher and author Angela Donadio for compelling conversations with leading voices that will inspire you to discover miracles in the messiness of life and ground your worth in the Word instead of the narrative of the world. Filled with insights from her vast ministry experience and adventures, this is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to make their life matter no matter what.

Why listen

Make Life Matter pairs Bible teacher and author Angela Donadio with Christian authors, pastors, and ministry leaders for hopeful conversations about faith under pressure. Episodes focus on real-life messiness, fear, comparison, relationships, prayer, grief, and purpose, making it a strong fit for listeners who want encouraging Christian perspective without a sermon-only format.

Episodes

Mar 3, 2025
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Loving Samaritans – with Pastor Terry Crist

In Loving Samaritans, pastor Terry Crist demonstrates how it's possible to live a life of radical inclusivity without compromising one's beliefs or the truth of the Gospel.

Feb 24, 2025
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Dear Future Husband – with Cally Logan

Imagine writing love letters to the man in the future whom you will one day marry but have yet to meet. Cally talks about embracing singleness, waiting for God’s best, and celebrating God’s plans for you right now.

Feb 17, 2025
MAKE LIFE MATTER: I Didn’t Sign Up for This – with Sarah Frazer

Like so many of us, Bible study mentor Sarah Frazer found herself saying, "God, this wasn't part of the plan. I didn't sign up for this.”

Feb 10, 2025
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Uncommon Courage to Choose Life – with Noree Bowbeer and Christian Johnson

In the face of unthinkable circumstances, Noree Bowbeer’s uncommon courage gave the gift of life to her son, Christian Johnson.

Feb 3, 2025
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Reuniting America – with Bobby Albert

Is unbridled freedom dividing America?

Jan 27, 2025
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Spice Up Your Spiritual Life – with Stephanie Rousselle

Stephanie Rousselle’s hope-filled story as a former atheist to the founder of Gospel Spice Ministries is unforgettable. She helps us to start this year by trusting the goodness of God.

Nov 11, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: A Grateful Farewell

This episode is a celebration and heartfelt farewell as we wrap up the Make Life Matter podcast.

Nov 4, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Shaped by God’s Promise – with Shannon Popkin

Do you ever struggle to believe in God’s promises, especially when there seems to be a delay? Shannon Popkin invites us to be shaped by God’s promises in the waiting in Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith?

Oct 27, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: The Loudest Roar – with Judy Dunagan

In The Loudest Roar, you’ll marvel at the power, majesty, and authority of our Lord Jesus and learn how to stand in the unshakable victory He’s already won for you.

Oct 20, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Soul Care when the Nest is Empty – with Edie Melson

Edie Melson shows you how to turn to God for help with Soul Care When the Nest is Empty.

Oct 13, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Desperate Prayers – with Rachel Wojo

When desperation strikes, is it possible to exchange panicked pleas for powerful peace? Author Rachel Wojo answers this question in her new book, Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life’s Darkest Moments.

Oct 6, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Stop the Cycle of Comparison – with Lee Nienhuis

How do we stop the cycle of comparison, especially for teenage girls? Lee Nienhaus, co-author of Comparison Girl, helps us identify the lies holding us hostage to comparison and live in freedom.

Sep 29, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Preserve Relationships in a Polarized Culture – with Lindsey Medenwaldt

While it’s important to be uncompromising when we communicate the truth, Scripture also calls us to speak the truth with love. But in a world that seems as hostile as ever, how do we do that?

Sep 22, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Sometimes I Forget – with Julie Sunne

Julie helps us to build trust in God, understand the power of prayer, and find hope even in despair.

Sep 15, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Living Unafraid – with Grace Fox

The world is a scary place. Focusing on the mess can paralyze us with fear. Grace Fox wants us to live courageously and freely, and one way we can do this is by anchoring our souls in the truth of who God is.

Sep 8, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Each One Reach One – with Babbie Mason

Do you want to share your God story with greater confidence? Do you want to embrace evangelism with enthusiasm rather than obligation?

Sep 1, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Choosing Confetti over Comparison

How do we create and strengthen Christ-centered community as women in a culture that is increasingly more divisive and driven by comparison?

Aug 25, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Practicing Sabbath and Gratitude – with Amber Cullum

Amber Cullum is the host of the top-ranked Grace Enough podcast. She helps us embrace practices of sabbath, gratitude so we can experience a deeper relationship with Christ and more meaningful relationships with others.

Aug 18, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: On the Frontlines of Abuse – Stacey Womack

Stacey explains the types and indicators of abuse, a language we should use and not use when speaking with survivors, and courageous steps for both victims and abusers.

Aug 11, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Integrating Faith and Work – with Peggy Bodde

If you're trying to do a million things at once and feel like you're not doing any of them well, you're not alone. Mentor and longtime corporate leader Peggy Bodde views work as sacred and has invested her life in showing women how to thrive in the workplace.

Aug 4, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Finding Our Muchness as Women – with Kim Maas

What would it look like if women truly embraced God’s purpose for their lives? A sought-after international speaker and Christian minister, Kim Maas empowers women to step boldly into their roles of leadership in the kingdom.

Jul 28, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Soul Care and Sisterhood – with Laura Acuna

How do we guard the ministry God has entrusted to us? How do we choose community over competition?

Jul 21, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Honoring the Men in Your Life – with Blythe Daniel

Men fill an important role as fathers, husbands, and friends. How can we best honor them and express what they mean to us? What do we do if we have a difficult relationship with our father?

Jul 14, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Keep it Light – with Joël Malm

If the burden of life feels too heavy to handle, maybe you’re carrying something you were never meant to carry alone. Joel helps us identify why we carry too much, implement boundaries and balance, and understand how to prioritize what matters most.

Jul 7, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: An Invitation to Exhale – with Jodi H. Grubbs

Give yourself permission to slow down. In this episode, Jodi offers slow-living shifts and ways to care for your soul by creating a path away from burnout and toward restoration.

Jun 30, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: When Something Shifts Your Normal

Today, I’m sharing a devotion from “Astounded,” Letters from a Lonely Laundry Basket, and giving three keys to help encourage you when something shifts your normal.

Jun 23, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Rahab and the Power of Your Story – with Shadia Hrichi

Do you ever feel unsure of God’s call on your life or unsettled by what you see around you? Few people understand these emotions more than Priscilla. I recently walked in her shoes through Greece and Turkey, and I’m sharing one of the most impactful moments here today.

Jun 16, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Angela Donadio – Follow Me (Stories from Greece)

Do you ever feel unsure of God’s call on your life or unsettled by what you see around you? Few people understand these emotions more than Priscilla. I recently walked in her shoes through Greece and Turkey, and I’m sharing one of the most impactful moments here today.

Jun 9, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Live Beyond Limits – with Jennifer Rothschild

Jennifer Rothschild became blind at age fifteen and now helps others live beyond limits. She and Angela talk about navigating our feelings in seasons of disappointment and living an abundant life in Christ no matter what the circumstances.

Jun 2, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: April Moments that Matter

On this week's podcast, Angela shares one of her most powerful teachings.

May 26, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: She Found His Grace – Serena Dyksen

She Found His Grace is a story of healing for anyone who has experienced abortion. It is also a call to action for the church. There is hope, love, and forgiveness after abortion.

May 19, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: The Daring Rescue – Melinda Patrick

Melinda champions and equips Christian parents of LGBTQ-identified children to love well, not compromise the Word of God, and faith in prayer.

May 12, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: An Unlikely Difference Maker – with Mandy Hood

Mandy shares the story of how God used an introvert like her to step out of her comfort zone and follow God. A self-titled “unlikely difference maker,” she reminds us that God can use us, too, when we dare to say yes!

May 5, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: March Moments that Matter

March is all about: 1) Finding the strength of sisterhood, 2) Living in the power of surrender, and 3) Answering the call to be a bridge.

Apr 28, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Unexpected Joy – with Kelly Miller

Happiness and purpose—we work ceaselessly for them, but what does God have to say about our efforts?

Apr 21, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Captivated by God’s Love – Nonda Houston

Can you imagine what might change if we truly lived captivated by God’s love?

Apr 14, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Warrior Mother – with Victoria Riollano

Victoria Riollano, mom of 8, knows it’s not easy raising faithful kids in the world today

Apr 7, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Moments that Matter

Each month I’ll take you behind the scenes of ministry, adventures, things I’m loving, and insights God’s downloading.

Mar 31, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Loving Samaritans – with Pastor Terry Crist

In Loving Samaritans, pastor Terry Crist demonstrates how it's possible to live a life of radical inclusivity without compromising one's beliefs or the truth of the Gospel.

Mar 24, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Dear Future Husband – with Cally Logan

Imagine writing love letters to the man in the future whom you will one day marry but have yet to meet. Cally talks about embracing singleness, waiting for God’s best, and celebrating God’s plans for you right now.

Mar 17, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: I Didn’t Sign Up for This – with Sarah Frazer

Like so many of us, Bible study mentor Sarah Frazer found herself saying, "God, this wasn't part of the plan. I didn't sign up for this.”

Mar 10, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Uncommon Courage to Choose Life – with Noree Bowbeer and Christian Johnson

In the face of unthinkable circumstances, Noree Bowbeer’s uncommon courage gave the gift of life to her son, Christian Johnson.

Mar 4, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Reuniting America – with Bobby Albert

Is unbridled freedom dividing America?

Feb 26, 2024
MAKE LIFE MATTER: Spice Up Your Spiritual Life – with Stephanie Rousselle

Stephanie Rousselle’s hope-filled story as a former atheist to the founder of Gospel Spice Ministries is unforgettable. She helps us to start this year by trusting the goodness of God.

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Best for: commutes, housework, morning routines, evening listening
Tone: hopeful, faith-centered, conversational, encouraging

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