Shoutout to the women who consider themselves "creatives" AND the women who don't! Did you know that creativity is woven into your DNA from God Himself? Imagine a world where your creativity is not only a way to rest and reconnect with Jesus and yourself, but an act of worship. Today's guest, Jena Holliday, is here to blow our minds and encourage us to not count ourselves out, how to find the margin to create amidst busy lives, handling rejection, entrepreneurship, and more. "Sacred Creativity", Jena's book, out now! -- OUR SPONSORS: Go to https://www.dwellbible.com/tarasun for 25% off your yearly subscription or 50% off your lifetime subscription! Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest and new friend, Alyssa Bethke, and I know what it feels like to unravel from trying to do it all - and I'm guessing you might relate to that feeling too. In a moment of powerful honesty, Alyssa is sharing the moment she realized how harmful "doing it all" was to her life and soul, and how to get back to a place of meeting God in our need. I cherished this episode with Alyssa and loved getting to talk about how to manage overwhelm, *actually* see our mundane as meaningful, encouragement for those feeling overlooked, and some wisdom on soul care and physical care. Get a copy of Alyssa's new book, When Doing It All Is Undoing You here. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Looking for the unbiased and unfiltered? Check out this free web-browser as an alternative to Google that supports free speech, unbiased reporting, American values and more. -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're running a race to chase sacred in today's episode with my in-real-life friend, Mikella Van Dyke. If you're searching for a Bible study method that not only gives you confidence, but clarity, you'll want to tune in right now. We're unpacking the inductive Bible study method, how to determine the *right* Bible translation to read, simplifying context in Bible study, and Mikella's best tips on staying in the Word (as a busy mom of 5 kids). Grab your copy of "Chasing Sacred" the book. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Every woman I know is tired." Jess Connolly, author, podcaster, leader, and friend, wrote this words and I couldn't agree more. We're feeling fatigued, burnt out, overwhelmed, and pulled apart. Life is a lot and we're in the thick of busy seasons of life, back to school, ministry, work, and more. How do we actually receive God's gift of rest like he promises in Matthew 11? Is it possible? Jess and I want to share some laughs with you and also fill you up. We're helping you identify where you may be tired (physically, emotionally, spiritually, mentally), how to find the "right" rest for you, what Jesus says about rhythms, and so much more. This will set you free - I promise. Dive into Tired of Being Tired today. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us would say that we want to prioritize time in God's Word everyday, but that's easier said than done when life is distracting, busy, and full. Gretchen Saffles is returning to the podcast to remind us that we're not alone, but it is possible to put the Word before the world and it isn't just empty promises - we can have a life transformed and rooted. We're uncovering some of the common distractions that keep us from prioritizing Jesus, how to create doable and consistent rhythms (keyword, rhythms) in the Word daily, and so much more. You'll walk away with not just practical, but deeply spiritual truth. Grab your copy of Word Before World today. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the last episode of our "Hey Friend" series and we're closing it with a conversation about how to find life-giving friends of faith, why we can't live without them, how to prioritize community even when we're busy, and a story from Scripture that will blow your mind. Alexus Lee, another one of the incredible co-authors, is bringing light, joy, and spunk to this episode. The devotional is officially out today and that means you can get your hands on it now. Tune in and then grab your copy. Order your copy of "Hey Friend" - officially out in the world TODAY! -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The question we're all asking is, "How do we do friendship and life with people who don't know Jesus?" How can we be the light of the world to those who haven't accepted Jesus yet? How can we be "in the world, but not of the world"? To continue on with our series on friendship to celebrate the launch of Hey Friend: 31 Journaling Devotionals on Friendship (For Girls, by Girls) on September 17th, Kolby Koloff is joining us with a real, raw, and fiery episode. She is a wife, mother, songwriter, and testimony of God's grace in friendship. You'll learn how to find friendship with unbelievers, how to be a witness of the gospel without compromising your faith, and so much more. Preorder "Hey Friend" now! Launching September 17th! -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the best pieces of advice that Cambria Joy got from her mom about friendship was, "Sometimes friendships are reasons, seasons, or lifetimes." We're coming in hot with our second episode of our "Hey Friend" series here on the podcast to celebrate the launch of Hey Friend: 31 Journaling Devotionals on Friendship (For Girls, by Girls) on September 17th. This episode is a must-listen, with advice on what to do when friendships only last for a season, how to learn from every relationship in our lives and become better because of it, and why we don't have to grow pessimistic or hopeless about God-given friendship. Preorder "Hey Friend" now! Launching September 17th! -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join me for a friendship series starting today on the podcast! It was my honor to be one of the many authors on an incredible devotional, releasing September 10th, called Hey Friend: 31 Journaling Devotionals on Friendship (For Girls, by Girls). To celebrate that, I'm inviting a few of my co-writers on this project to encourage your heart with truth for friendship on topics like struggling to find friendship, how to have relationship with unbelievers, multi-generational friendship, finding mentors, handling drama and so much more. We're kicking off today with Yvonne Russell to talk about what to do in seasons of loneliness and longing in friendship and the beauty of having friends younger and older than you. Nothing is off limits and everything is brought back to practical, biblical truth for you. Preorder "Hey Friend" now! Launching September 17th! -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time again - time to answer your questions about the Bible, life, and so much more. In this episode, we're getting right down to it with your questions navigating postpartum, writers block and tips for using your gifts, what about divorce as a Christian, and so much more. It's a joy to sit down and be real with you, sharing my encouragement and advice, but its an even greater joy to be able to take our questions and lead us to the Answer Himself. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No one (usually) likes change. It's often uncomfortable, leaving us wondering what's going to happen in the unknown. It throws us out of our normal routines and out of our comfort zone. As we approach the fall season where a lot of change begins - back to school, different routines - I figured it would be a great time to talk about one of the greatest truths that anchors us and gives us hope to face the unknown head-on. But this isn't just encouragement for back-to-school season. Change happens constantly, whether that's in relationships, work, family life, or careers, and we need some advice (not just fluffy advice, but biblical advice) to keep us steady. Tune in for a short but sweet episode on the faithfulness of God. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to move from "intimidated" to "attainable" when it comes to teaching your littles about Jesus. Trust me - I'm no expert, but I have learned a thing or two about integrating gospel-moments and the Word of God into our daily routine that has been such a blessing for everyone. In this episode, I'm sharing eight ways that Michael and I practically include Jesus in Hunter's day, while teaching him about the gospel. Plus - they're FUN. Whether you're a mama, caregiver, babysitter, or hopeful mama one day, you'll walk away with at least one (IF NOT MORE) life-giving tool to use today. LINKS TO RESOURCES: Slugs and Bugs (Bible memory songs) Veggie Tales Podcast Tiny Theologians Shop (flashcards, workbooks, puzzles, and more): use code TARASUN for 10% off Jesus Storybook Bible -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Has anyone ever told you that you are a WHOLE person? In this season of big changes and busyness, I've come to an important realization: How I'm doing physically and mentally affects my relationship with God. In this episode, we're getting personal about how I've neglected my physical and mental health and how that has affected my intimacy with God. If you want to prioritize your whole body health (mind, body, and spirit), tune in for biblical practicals to get you started today without the overwhelm. This is the summer of *FINALLY* seeing "surrender" as beautiful. If this is something you want, grab Tara's book here to read this summer on sale. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spilling some big news on the podcast today... we're pregnant with baby #2! God is so good and kind and we are so ecstatic! In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing behind the scenes of what the first trimester has looked like, some of the challenges and joys of this pregnancy, and more life updates. Pull up a seat. You're more than welcome here. This is the summer of FREEDOM. If this sounds like something you want, grab Tara's book here to read this summer on sale. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We may be "stepping on some toes" with this conversation, but with all of the love and grace and hope of the gospel. Let's face it: Our relationship with our phones is a complex one. Joey Odom is a breath of fresh air and wisdom here to explore how technology has shaped us, practical strategies to prioritize relationship with people and Jesus over our phones, parenting advice, biblical examples, and so much more. If you're longing for a life more present, intentional, and joyful, then it starts with this conversation on how to steward our phones. (This doesn't mean chuck your phone in the woods and live like a monk... we can live intentionally with our phones present, but our feet more present in our daily lives.) Learn more about Aro, their boxes, and more life-giving tools. Download the Aro app. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inspired by an old bucket list from 2017 I found, this episode is all about who we become in Christ this summer and less about what we do. Whether you're by the pool, at your cubicle, doing laundry, running kids around, or anything in between, I'm sending encouragement straight to your earbuds about six things and Scriptures I'm focusing on in this season. Let's be women more preoccupied with who God is growing us to be, rather than what we accomplish or if our summer looks "aesthetic." This is the summer of FREEDOM. If this sounds like something you want, grab Tara's book here to read this summer on sale. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you're facing infertility, recurrent miscarriages, or looking at the pieces of your life and thinking, "God, this is not how I thought this would happen", our prayer is that this episode instills hope, empathy, and truth into your life. The journey can be heavy as you look around and see everyone growing their family when you can't, or when you're miscarrying time after time, or when you have no answers as to why this is all happening. If you're looking for help and hope along the way, tune into this episode with Kelley and Jenn from Waiting In Hope Infertility Ministries. You'll hear about Kelley and Jenn's personal struggles with growing their families, a reminder of how to actively wait on God, how to not let fertility become your identity, and what to say and how to support someone you know who may be going through this. Connect with Waiting in Hope Ministries here. OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever felt hopeless or discouraged, stuck in your loop of habitual sin or shame? We've all been there, but we don't have to stay there. If you've ever thought that you couldn't possibly break free from your secret sin or live any different than you are now, you're in the right place. Kirby Kelly, great friend of mine and new author of "You Can Be Free" is here to share candidly about her secret struggles, how she overcame them with Christ, and so many more theological tidbits that are a breath of fresh air. Connect with Kirby and get her book here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want to maximize your summer for all its worth, you're in the right place. Join me as I pull up to the mic and we talk one-on-one about how to grow AND rest in Christ this summer. Let this episode be your gentle reminder that not all seasons are for harvesting and producing - some, like summer, are for preparation, rest, and nurturing. With ever-changing schedules, vacations, kids out of school, and breaks in our normal routine, let's find out together how to put God first. This is the summer of FREEDOM. If you're in, grab Tara's book here on sale. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Honesty hour? I'm tired. Not just physically, but spiritually. And something that has been keeping me tired is the undue pressure and expectation I've been self-imposing. But I'm ready to live freer and lighter - and I can bet you want that life too. In today's episode, let's talk about four things I'm letting go in my day to day life and how I've experienced freedom in the laying down. We're getting honest about our limitations (and how that's a beautiful thing), practicals for putting off pressure, and resting in your identity as a child of God FIRST. This is the summer of FREEDOM. If you're in, grab Tara's book here. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who's ready for some serious talk? I'm shedding some light on the past six months and how I've been doing personally and what's been going on in our family - highs, lows, joys, anxieties, and more. My mom gave me one of the greatest pieces of advice about living presently and not worrying about the future, and I wanted to share it with you and how God has been changing my perspective. Tune in for a conversation about how to rely on God's daily bread, the secret to living present, and not letting anxieties about the present or future derail us from what's right in front of us. For more on trusting God, getting free from the burden of control, grab Tara's book here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You don't have to keep spiraling. Negative thoughts do not have to own you. If you've ever been caught in a trap of toxic thoughts or have ever struggled to dwell and meditate on God's Word with the noise around you, you're going to want to download and listen to this episode ASAP. Vera Schmitz, of Dwell Differently, is on the show to talk about how to do things differently: how to meditate on God's Word, how to memorize Scripture in a way that blesses you (and isn't a chore, it's actually fun and CUTE), and so much more. Get your free Lockscreens & one free month of the Dwell membership. Connect with Dwell Differently and grab their book! -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No one talks about how hard friendship breakups are. I'm getting vulnerable and real, sharing a friendship breakup story that is still so tender. If you've ever been hurt by a friend, lost a friendship, or don't know why someone cut you out of their life and what to do about it now... this episode is for you. We're getting real about what the Bible says about "moving on" from friendships, what to do if forgiveness is one-sided, and so much more. Most of all, I hope we can all learn how to be a better, biblical friend. Need a summer read? Grab Tara's book on sale: "Surrender Your Story". -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calling all Bible nerds! This episode with my sweet friend, Courtney Doctor, director at The Gospel Coalition and author, is a little silly, and a lot packed with theological truths in an understanding way. If you've ever wondered how to read God's Word as a whole story, or how you fit into God's story (and how that's a good thing), you're going to want to grab your earbuds. We also have a special announcement and giveaway in this episode you DON'T WANT TO MISS. Grab Courtney's book, From Garden to Glory. Join us at TGCW24 Conference and save $25 with code: TARASFRIENDS. Enter for a chance to win Courtney's book! Simply screenshot this episode, post it to your Instagram story and tag @misstarasun and @courtneycdoctor. We'll announce the winner on Instagram stories. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Throwing it back to three years ago on the podcast when I interviewed one of my favorite friends, Gretchen Saffles of Well-Watered Women. If you've ever thought, "What the heck do I do with what I just read in God's Word?" or "I'm always so confused reading Scripture", then this is for you. This throwback conversation has no shortage of practical tools to take you from overwhelmed to overjoyed when reading Scripture, funny anecdotes, and a few cringy moments (I've grown a lot in my podcasting skills over the last three years). Let's be women who root ourselves in truth, grow in grace, and flourish in faith! Need a summer read? Grab Tara's book on sale: "Surrender Your Story". -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all want to be happy and healthy, right? But how do we find our way there when the world tells us one thing, and God tells us another? Jeanine Amapola, author and podcaster, is with me today to remind you that you're not alone in your sin cycles, addictions, or shame. We're here to tell you that the happy and healthy life you long for is found in Christ. The meaningful relationships and friendships and careers and ministries you long for are found in Christ. Jeanine lived enslaved by alcohol and toxic relationships until she found that God's Word actually has freedom and advice for everything in life. Tune in for a bold and to-the-point episode about how to get unstuck, how knowing Jesus changes everything (and I mean everything), meaningful friendships that last and more. Check out "Happy and Healthy." Connect with Jeanine on Instagram. Need a summer read? Grab Tara's book on sale: "Surrender Your Story". -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who else feels disappointed in their "right now" season? Our daily grind, our relationships, our progress (or lack thereof)... the list goes on. We'd rather be "there" - on the other side of God's promises - rather than here, waiting for the life we long for. Ruth Chou Simons knows all about that and she's here to tell us to lean in to the "not yet" seasons of our lives to see the fruit of the "now", even if we don't like where we are, God is using this in-between time for His good purposes. Tara is inviting Ruth back on the podcast for the third time to talk about how to remain present with God when we want to numb out, faithfully stewarding the desert seasons, and so much more. Grab a copy of "Now and Not Yet." Connect with Ruth on Instagram. Need a book to read for Lent? Grab a copy of Tara's book on SALE: "Surrender Your Story" here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every parent worries about this: How are we supposed to raise godly children in a secular age? Some people even fear having kids in the first place for fear of the cultural pressures and challenges they may face. That's why Melissa Kruger wrote her book, Parenting with Hope. Whether you're a young parent, a parent to teenagers or adults, or in between, this episode is for you. Melissa is the director of content for The Gospel Coalition, author, and writer. Tara and Melissa's conversation is lighthearted with lots of laughs over what it's like raising energetic children, encouraging truth on how we as parents can build a secure foundation in Christ for our families, the power of praying for our children and more. Grab a copy of "Parenting with Hope." Connect with Melissa on Instagram and beyond. Need a book to read for Lent? Grab a copy of Tara's book on SALE: "Surrender Your Story" here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel like Jesus' words, "Not my will, but Yours be done" are too good to be true? Like, that's easy for Jesus to say, but not us? Short and sweet, Tara is sitting down solo to prepare our hearts for this Easter week. Tune in for practical truths and mind-blowing biblical takeaways on Jesus' sacrifice and surrender for you, and how we too can pray this prayer and the beauty we can experience TODAY as a result. Grab a copy of "Surrender Your Story" here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The everyday moments of life can often feel monotonous and unimportant. This can be tricky for those of us who are trying to center their home in the gospel. How can we lean into spiritual formation in ordinary family habits? Justin Whitmer Earley is here to bring the fire. He's a lawyer, author, speaker, husband, and dad to four boys. You'll have plenty of, "Wow" moments and nuggets to walk away with after listening to Tara and Justin talk about how to practice the story of God in our everyday rhythms, the power of liturgies, how to thrive through the day and not just get through the day, discipline, and so much more. Grab a copy of "Habits of the Household." Connect with Justin on Instagram. Need a book to read for Lent and Easter? Grab a copy of Tara's book on SALE: "Surrender Your Story" here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you tired of how dark the world feels? Do you feel overwhelmed by your call to be the light when evil seems to be winning at every turn? Have you wondered how you're supposed to make a difference for Christ? Tara's dear friend, Allyson Golden, is back on the show to unpack what it looks like to be the light that God has called you to, how to not lose hope, speaking truth over ourselves, social media boundaries, and even a harrowing moment in Allyson's nursing career. Grab a copy of "Arise and Shine" here. Connect with Allyson on Instagram. Need a book to read for Lent and Easter? Grab a copy of Tara's book on SALE: "Surrender Your Story" here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to cut the cake to celebrate my book, "Surrender Your Story's" first birthday and all God has done. With hundreds of reviews, thousands of lives changed, and the kingdom advanced... all I can say is that it's a God thing. For this episode, I (Tara) am sitting down to candidly and honestly share what the last year of life has looked like with this book out in the world, how God has tested my own surrender, some snippets from my favorite book launch episodes, and a sneak peek of my most favorite chapter I wrote in the book. Of course, you can read the entire, gorgeous hardcover book by getting your copy at surrenderyourstory.com - along with your free discussion guide. Enjoy, my friend. Forever grateful for you and those who have picked up the book already, supported this podcast, and beyond. Let's celebrate God AND you, because you're a big part of this too. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mariela, from She Speaks Fire, is bringing the fire to the podcast today. We can all name areas of shame and regret in our lives, but how many of us can say we have broken free from those shackles? In this conversation, join Tara and Mariela for poetic and practical conversation about abandonment, people-pleasing, how to identify our shame, run towards God instead of away from him, and more. What once was Mariela's addiction to drugs and a sorrowful situation is now a powerful testimony in Jesus' name. You will be blessed by this, friends. Grab a copy of "She Speaks Fire" here. Connect with Mariela on Instagram. Need a book to read for Lent? Grab a copy of Tara's book on SALE: "Surrender Your Story" here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is for the girl who wants to pursue this Lent season with intentionality, not legalism, and devotion to God, not distraction. We're diving into what Lent is, it's history, some practical suggestions for how and what to fast, and so much more. If you're tired, overwhelmed, hopeful, or happy, this podcast will ignite a desire in you to increase intimacy with God and see Lent as a life-giving season in preparation for Jesus' death and resurrection. Need a book to read for Lent? Grab a copy of Tara's book on SALE: "Surrender Your Story" here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who am I? Everyone is asking this question. Is our identity in our occupation, education, relationship status, or even failures? Laney Rene - wife, mom, worship leader, and author - is here to talk about this because she has lived this. This is a sweet and compassionate conversation for those who are struggling with changes in life and seasons that lead us to question who we are, what we were made for, and the goodness of God. Tune in as we talk about how to live secure vs. insecure, the difference between our vocation and identity, and how to fully embrace the beauty of being a Daughter of God first. Grab a copy of "Daughter": https://daughterbylaney.com/ Follow Laney on social media: https://www.instagram.com/heylaneyrene Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a sweeping movement of "deconstruction" moving through our world and churches. People are leaving the church, deconstructing their faith, and dismantling everything they once believed. It's affected ex-Christian singers, ex-pastors, and celebrities alike. Maybe even your loved ones. Alisa Childers, author, podcaster, and apologist, is back on the podcast to explain what "deconstruction is", how it's not as innocent as it sounds, how to stand our ground in truth and in Scripture with confidence, and PRACTICAL WAYS help your loved ones if they're struggling with this. We answer questions like, "What if I'm doubting or questioning God? Does that mean I'm deconstructing? Is doubt bad?", as well as some bonus content on apologetics and how to trust God's Word. Grab a copy of "The Deconstruction of Christianity" here: https://alisachilders.com/the-deconstruction-of-christianity/ Follow Alisa on social media: https://www.instagram.com/alisachilders/ Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of Tara's 25th birthday, she's rounding up the year with 25 life lessons that she's learned. This episode is filled with serious spiritual lessons, hard-won lessons, silly practical lessons, and lighthearted tips and routines. Don't miss this rich, honest, and encouraging episode. Here's to 25. Grab a copy of Tara's book, "Surrender Your Story: Ditch the Myth of Control and Discover Freedom in Trusting God" -- OUR SPONSORS: Head to https://www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

God is stirring something up in His people... a desire to spend more time with Him and push against the excuse that life is too busy and full. Today's episode answers the question, "How do I include God in my daily activities?", one of Tara's most popular Instagram DM's lately. Tune in as Tara breaks down a popular passage in Scripture to encourage us all how to be faithful to God daily and eleven realistic ways for you to spend time with God in the middle of a busy life and schedule. Tara's Spotify worship playlist Tara's book, Surrender Your Story (audiobook available here too) Tara's favorite Christian books Tara's recommended resources (Bibles, studies, discount codes and more) Tara's favorite journaling and study Bibles (MISSTARASUN for 10% off) -- OUR SPONSORS: Head to https://www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You asked, Tara answered! Join Tara for this "juicy Q&A" as she answers questions on topics such as: birth control, marriage, unanswered prayers, calling vs. purpose, and so much more. For not only personal anecdotes and opinions on these topics, but encouragement from the heart of Scripture and ways you can practically live your faith out TODAY, tune in now. Thank you to everyone who submitted a question on Instagram - this one's for you. Tara's Recommended Resource Page (Bibles, devotionals, discount codes and more here): https://www.tarasunministries.com/recommended -- OUR SPONSORS: Head to www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Starting off a new year on the podcast STRONG! Sami Parker, content creator for Live Action, the largest online pro-life movement, and friend, is joining us the podcast for a loving, truthful, and grace-filled conversation. Whatever hurts, history, or questions you bring to the table, know you're welcome to this safe conversation with no shame. Listen in as Sami and Tara talk about how God defines life, practical ways to fight for life in an ungodly culture, support not just the unborn, but the mothers and fathers, and more. Sami shares some incredible examples of how to have these hard conversations in love and truth, while not alienating or attacking others. Visit liveaction.org for resources, videos, and more. Follow Live Action on Instagram: www.instagram.com/liveactionorg Visit Sami's page for more content and encouragement: https://www.instagram.com/mrs.samiparker/ -- OUR SPONSORS: Head to www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does surrendering to God actually mean we have no control? If God is sovereign like he says, then what's our role in life? If you've ever asked those questions, this episode is for you. As we enter into a new year, many of us wonder what role we have to play in life and how to plan and dream with God. In this encouraging and practical episode, Tara walks you through four things you CAN control, how you can show up for the life God's given you, and steward what you have while always trusting that God is sovereign. For more on how to trust God with your story in the unknowns that this year may bring, grab a copy of Tara's book, "Surrender Your Story" here. -- OUR SPONSORS: Hatch is offering our listeners $20 off your purchase of a Hatch Restore 2 and free shipping at www.hatch.co/truthtalks. Head to www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. Visit www.storyworth.com/truthtalks to save $10 on your first purchase! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, you'll hear Tara share about a non-overwhelming, grace-filled way to approach the New Year and resolutions. How can we look back at this last year, learn from it, and move forward with God in a new one? How can we make plans, set intentions, and dream about our lives while still living surrendered and trusting God in the unknown? You'll hear practical truths from God's Word as well as 10 questions that you can ask yourself in all areas - spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically. Grab a copy of "Surrender Your Story" here. The last day to enter the Christmas giveaway is December 26, 2023. Enter here: https://forms.gle/pCNyM2nQ9dwchQdr8 and check out this form for more details. -- OUR SPONSORS: Hatch is offering our listeners $20 off your purchase of a Hatch Restore 2 and free shipping at www.hatch.co/truthtalks. Head to www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. Visit www.storyworth.com/truthtalks to save $10 on your first purchase! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is the LAST episode of our Advent series and inside, you'll hear the last word for the giveaway scramble. After listening to all four episodes in the series and putting together your sentence, enter it here for your chance to win over $600 in prizes: https://forms.gle/pCNyM2nQ9dwchQdr8. To get our hearts right the week before Christmas, Tara is handing out some encouragement on how to manage expectations this holiday season, especially when things don't go the way you thought. Tune in for reminders on how to enjoy this season, regardless of the disappointments and hard situations, how to set loving boundaries, and cease striving for your worth when Jesus came to give it to you in full. The giveaway will be emailed by tara@tarasunministries and announced on Instagram on January 2, 2024 - in just a few weeks. For more info on the giveaway prizes, how to enter, tap here: https://forms.gle/pCNyM2nQ9dwchQdr8. Check out my Instagram reel here to see the prizes (valued over $600). -- OUR SPONSORS: Hatch is offering our listeners $20 off your purchase of a Hatch Restore 2 and free shipping at www.hatch.co/truthtalks. Head to www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. Visit www.storyworth.com/truthtalks to save $10 on your first purchase! -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our third episode of our Advent series, Tara's mother-in-law, Shawna, joins us to share her wisdom and encouragement on how to host with the heart of Jesus. In this extremely practical and entertaining episode, they share how to keep a "Mary heart in a Martha world", how to keep stress low when hosting, what to do if you don't have the ideal space or budget to host, and some of their favorite family recipes. Listen in for the third word for the giveaway and complete the sentence next week when the last word is announced! Download your Christmas freebie: A Family Collection of Recipes for Holiday Hosting here: https://tarasun.myflodesk.com/holidayrecipes Enter the giveaway here: https://forms.gle/pCNyM2nQ9dwchQdr8. Check out my Instagram reel here to see the prizes (valued over $600) and more info on how to enter. -- OUR SPONSORS: Hatch is offering our listeners $20 off your purchase of a Hatch Restore 2 and free shipping at www.hatch.co/truthtalks. Head to www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. Visit www.storyworth.com/truthtalks to save $10 on your first purchase! -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's episode 2/4 of our Advent series! Have you ever wondered how in the world we're supposed to be joyful during Christmas when life is hard, loss is real, and circumstances are heavy? Is this season a little heavier than normal due to loss, grief, illness, or unexpected circumstances? Tara is here to say that grace and grief are both possible, and your loss and pain are exactly why we should celebrate Christmas all the more. Listen in for your second secret word for the giveaway scramble! You'll have two out of the four words to construct the Christmas sentence, which is your giveaway entry! Enter the giveaway here: https://forms.gle/pCNyM2nQ9dwchQdr8. Check out my Instagram reel here to see the prizes (valued over $600) and more info on how to enter. Get your Christmas freebie: 16 Advent Activities to Savor the Season and the Savior: https://tarasun.myflodesk.com/adventactivities -- OUR SPONSORS: Hatch is offering our listeners $20 off your purchase of a Hatch Restore 2 and free shipping at www.hatch.co/truthtalks. Head to www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. Visit www.storyworth.com/truthtalks to save $10 on your first purchase! -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Connect with Tara on: Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The podcast advent series and HUGE giveaway starts NOW! This series will be four weeks long with one episode per week all about how to prepare our hearts and homes for Jesus, how to start meaningful Christ-centered traditions, how to host on a budget and keep Christ at the center, and so much more. We're also doing a HUGE giveaway valued over $500 to say "thank you" and "Merry Christmas" to one winner. CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY DETAILS: Each week, there will be a secret word hidden in the episode. You will know it when you hear something like, "Interrupting this conversation to give you the secret word for today..." At the end of the four weeks, you will have four random words that you have to construct into a sentence. (Example: Say the sentence is "Away in a manger", but you're given the words out of order to construct into the right sentence.) Once you construct the sentence, that will be your giveaway entry! Use this Google form to enter the completed sentence and BAM. That's your entry! So easy. If you figure out the sentence before the four weeks, feel free to enter early. Winner will be contacted via email on January 2nd by tara@tarasunministries (do not give information to any email claiming to be me). Enter the giveaway here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoTj40MqJkJRhM_XVhRyjHP15uQi93hfHFD6pzcwZu67k_eA/viewform?usp=sharing Listen to the podcast to hear the prizes and also check out the Instagram reel I'll be posting in the next few days to see the amazing gifts with your very eyes! (Sneak peek: L'Brise Air Styler, like the Dyson Airwrap, CSB Study Bible, $100 gift card and more!) -- OUR SPONSORS: Hatch is offering our listeners $20 off your purchase of a Hatch Restore 2 and free shipping at www.hatch.co/truthtalks. But right now, they are matching their Black Friday - Cyber Monday onsite sale so you can get $40 off and free shipping using my link: www.hatch.co/truthtalks. Head to www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Did you hear the news on Instagram? I created a FREE, 9 page downloadable: "38 Things To Do and Enjoy On The Sabbath." Inside you'll find a mini devotional on the heart behind Sabbath, how to fight for it, and 38 suggested activities to enjoy God's presence in rest, and not hustle. Find it here: https://tarasun.myflodesk.com/sabbath Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're feeling discontent, dissatisfied, envious, or jealous right now... this episode is for you. In honor of Thanksgiving week, pull up a chair, put in your headphones, and listen in as Tara walks you through biblical truth and practical tools to cultivate a heart of gratitude that replaces discontentment. Learn how to base your thankfulness on Christ, not your circumstances, and find encouragement in the cross that enables us to be truly grateful. Happy Thanksgiving, friends. I'm so grateful for YOU. Shop Tara's truth-filled, Scripture inspired stickers at 40% OFF for Christmas gifts or stocking stuffers! No code needed, applied automatically: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ -- OUR SPONSORS: Get 15% off your first box in your Parasol Co diaper subscription with code TARA15. www.parasolco.com Check out Brilliant Earth today at https://www.brilliantearth.com Hatch is offering our listeners $20 off your purchase of a Hatch Restore 2 and free shipping at www.hatch.co/truthtalks. But right now, they are matching their Black Friday - Cyber Monday onsite sale so you can get $40 off and free shipping using my link: www.hatch.co/truthtalks. Head to www.factormeals.com/truthtalks50 and use code truthtalks50 to get 50% off. That’s code truthtalks50 at factormeals.com/truthtalks50 to get 50% off. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Did you hear the news on Instagram? I created a FREE, 9 page downloadable: "38 Things To Do and Enjoy On The Sabbath." Inside you'll find a mini devotional on the heart behind Sabbath, how to fight for it, and 38 suggested activities to enjoy God's presence in rest, and not hustle. Find it here: https://tarasun.myflodesk.com/sabbath Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode isn't your typical p*rnography conversation. John-Michael and Jacob Vaulk of Into the Light Ministries bring grace, hope, and unwavering truth to this conversation. They are the producers of an incredible crowd-funded documentary on bringing p*rnography and s*xual sin into the light to be met by God's love and transformation. And news flash: This isn't just a "guy" problem. Women struggle too, and you don't have to live in shame. Listen in for a conversation on why this isn't talked about enough with women, the hope that the gospel brings through heart change, how to handle technology and erotica, and even how to prepare your children for the dangers of p*rnography. You won't regret watching the documentary, free to you and crowd-funded: https://www.intothelightdocumentary.com/ Connect with Into the Light and what they're doing with amazing people like David Platt, as well as other future resources: https://www.instagram.com/intothelightdocumentary/ -- Check out Brilliant Earth today at https://www.brilliantearth.com Hatch is offering our listeners $20 off your purchase of a Hatch Restore 2 and free shipping at www.hatch.co/truthtalks. But right now, they are matching their Black Friday - Cyber Monday onsite sale so you can get $40 off and free shipping using my link: www.hatch.co/truthtalks. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Did you hear the news on Instagram? I created a FREE, 9 page downloadable: "38 Things To Do and Enjoy On The Sabbath." Inside you'll find a mini devotional on the heart behind Sabbath, how to fight for it, and 38 suggested activities to enjoy God's presence in rest, and not hustle. Find it here: https://tarasun.myflodesk.com/sabbath Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're feeling worn, weary, or maxed out, we invite you to listen to this gentle, but powerful conversation with Emily Jensen all about the strength of God in our weakness. Emily is the co-founder of Risen Motherhood and the author of a new book all about leaning into God's enoughness when we feel spent in our work, ministry, motherhood, and life in general. Tune in as we squash the lie that we have to "have it all together" as women, the beauty in weakness, the gospel hope in our suffering, and practical ways to rest in Him. Perfect reminders as we head into a busy holiday season too, no? Connect with Emily and get a copy of He is Strong: https://emilyajensen.com/ -- Check out Brilliant Earth today at https://www.brilliantearth.com Hatch Sleep is offering our listeners $20 off your own Restore 2! Visit https://www.hatch.co/truthtalks to get $20 off and free shipping. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Did you hear the news on Instagram? I created a FREE, 9 page downloadable: "38 Things To Do and Enjoy On The Sabbath." Inside you'll find a mini devotional on the heart behind Sabbath, how to fight for it, and 38 suggested activities to enjoy God's presence in rest, and not hustle. Find it here: https://tarasun.myflodesk.com/sabbath Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friends! Welcome to Truth Talks with Tara! So thankful you're here. Who's ready for an episode all about love, dating, red flags, and finding love in Christ first (that really changes everything), with Madi Prewett Troutt? You may know her from her debut on The Bachelor. Madi is an author, speaker, and incredibly encouraging sister in Christ. Put in your headphones and listen to a conversation about how to stop settling for less than God's best, how to live from a place of being loved, not for love, and so much more. Grab Madi's book here: https://www.theloveeverybodywants.com/ -- Check out Brilliant Earth today at https://www.brilliantearth.com Hatch Sleep is offering our listeners $20 off your own Restore 2! Visit https://www.hatch.co/truthtalks to get $20 off and free shipping. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Did you hear the news on Instagram? I created a FREE, 9 page downloadable: "38 Things To Do and Enjoy On The Sabbath." Inside you'll find a mini devotional on the heart behind Sabbath, how to fight for it, and 38 suggested activities to enjoy God's presence in rest, and not hustle. Find it here: https://tarasun.myflodesk.com/sabbath Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cancer-survivor, author, speaker, and friend, Heidi Anderson, is on the podcast today to talk all things faith over fear. You're not alone in your questions like, "God, where are you in my bad news and circumstances?" or "You said you had a good story for me, where is it?" Listen in for biblical truth on how to hold onto faith when culture is going crazy (and you're tempted to go crazy too), how to hold on when God's good is taking forever, and practical tools to choose faith over fear. Grab Heidi's book and connect with her here: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/ -- Check out Brilliant Earth today at https://www.brilliantearth.com Hatch Sleep is offering our listeners $20 off your own Restore 2! Visit https://www.hatch.co/truthtalks to get $20 off and free shipping. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Did you hear the news on Instagram? I created a FREE, 9 page downloadable: "38 Things To Do and Enjoy On The Sabbath." Inside you'll find a mini devotional on the heart behind Sabbath, how to fight for it, and 38 suggested activities to enjoy God's presence in rest, and not hustle. Find it here: https://tarasun.myflodesk.com/sabbath Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Culture will say run as fast as possible away from suffering. Culture will give you a quick fix for relief. But Christ says that through suffering, we can form durable hope, an eternal perspective, and lasting community. Dr. Curt Thompson, Christian psychiatrist and author, joins Tara behind the mic to talk all things suffering. We all go through it - so why don't suffer well? Learn how to persevere, let God heal you, create a "confessional community" and so much more. Grab Curt's book, The Deepest Place, today. https://curtthompsonmd.com/books/ Connect with him, his practice, and his podcast: https://curtthompsonmd.com/ -- Check out Brilliant Earth today at brilliant earth.com Hatch Sleep is offering our listeners $20 off your own Restore 2! Visit www.hatch.co/truthtalks to get $20 off and free shipping. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tiffany Daniels, founder of THERE4, a teen girl's ministry that hosts conferences and other resources, is on Truth Talks with Tara today to share her wealth of biblical wisdom and experience with us all. Whether you're a high school girl looking for mentorship or a woman beyond high school and desiring to live out the Titus 2 life and mentor others, this conversation is so good and practical. You'll hear from us on topics like... What are teen girls experiencing today? Hear three main questions and pain points that Tiffany sees on the daily in her ministry. How can teen girls stand firm in the truth of their identity, fight comparison, and find purpose in Christ? If you want to mentor younger women but are either scared, unsure where to start, or feeling unprepared, Tiffany shares practical encouragement to start small today. Connect with THERE4 and learn more about their conference, March 1st and 2nd 2024: https://www.there4gathering.com/ -- Check out Brilliant Earth today at brilliantearth.com. Hatch Sleep is offering our listeners $20 off your own Restore 2! Visit hatch.co/truthtalks to get $20 off and free shipping. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes we overcomplicate what it means to disciple our kids and raise them to know Christ. As a new mom herself, Tara agrees. It can feel intimidating and daunting to raise children to know Jesus. But today on the show, Tara is joined by Micah, her real-life friend and mom of two, who exemplifies Christ-like motherhood well in simple but powerful ways. Tune in to hear how to... teach your kids about Jesus, even young ones, in a simple but powerful way arrange your home and declutter to simplify your heart and mind de-stress and decompress as a mom who feels like she has to have it all together rest and recharge as a mom and not feel guilty about it (it makes you a better mom!) rely on God's Word, his grace, and his truth to sustain us in motherhood Discipleship resources for kids mentioned: Tiny Theologians (use code TARASUN for 10% off your entire order) Slugs and Bugs on Spotify and YouTube Johnny Burns Worship Music on Spotify Veggie Tales Podcast on Spotify -- Check out Brilliant Earth today at www.brilliantearth.com Hatch Sleep is offering our listeners $20 off your own Restore 2! Visit www.hatch.co/truthtalks to get $20 off and free shipping. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Truthfully? I (Tara) needed this episode too. Kristen Wetherell is joining us AGAIN on the show to share 8 ways to grow an appetite for God's Word. Whether you haven't read your Bible in so long and feel guilty, or you just don't "feel like reading", or you just don't feel like it makes a difference, this conversation is for you. Tune in for a powerful conversation on the distractions that pull us away from God's Word, how to desire the Bible more than we are now, and so much more. Get a copy of "Help for The Hungry Soul" and connect with Kristen here: https://kristenwetherell.com/ -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ or anywhere books are sold. Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For every one of us who experiences shame from our past regrets and mistakes. For every one of us who struggles to heal and move on with God. For every one of us who wants to find biblical confidence in our bodies. Press play on a conversation with my friend, Christian Bevere, as we talk about all of these things and more. It's time to break up with what broke you and let God rewrite your story! Get your copy of "Break Up with What Broke You" here: https://christianbevere.com/ and connect with Christian on her socials and podcast. -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ or anywhere books are sold. Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following God's path isn't always so straightforward. Sometimes it's rocky, but God is always there to pave our path, walk with us, and remind us of His faithfulness. Ruth Chou Simons, mom to six, author, and artist, is joining us AGAIN on the show to practically teach us how to follow God and get to know Him deeper in the hills and valleys. Get your copy of "Pilgrim", out now: https://www.pilgrimbook.com/ Connect with Ruth: https://www.instagram.com/ruthchousimons/ -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ or anywhere books are sold. Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The cliche is true: "Life has seasons." But what about those hard, hopeless, never-ending seasons? Whether you find yourself in a barren or plentiful season, this episode is for you. Listen in for practical encouragement on how to abide in God in the good and hard seasons, how to press into the growth God has for you here and now, and so much more. Come join the Instagram family and be a part of the "Surrender Series" lives each week starting Wednesday, September 7th. (More information on stories!) -- This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. Check out Brilliant Earth today at brilliantearth.com. Add Ritual's Essential for Women or any other multivitamin today at ritual.com/truthtalks. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here! Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fall season is upon us, which means back to school, events, and all the busyness. As cozy and festive as fall and winter can be, it can also be very overwhelming. How do we keep ourselves anchored in God's truth in seasons of change and overwhelm? Tara is sharing 10 truths in this "fall pep talk" to remind you to keep your eyes on Jesus push back against hustle culture seek your identity in Christ first not give up, there's a harvest coming and so much more! OOPS! I said the wrong code in the episode😅 Use TARAS20 below. Use code TARAS20 for 20% off everything + sale at Carly Jean Los Angeles from 8/29/23-8/31/23. -- This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. Check out Brilliant Earth today at brilliantearth.com. Add Ritual's Essential for Women or any other multivitamin today at ritual.com/truthtalks. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here! Kindle lovers? "Surrender Your Story" is also on sale for $2.99 on Kindle for a limited time. Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a conversation that will surely hype you up in the faith. Zach Windahl, author, speaker, and Bible teacher, is joining Tara for a conversation all around this question: "What do we do when it feels hard to be a Christian?" Tara and Zach don't hold back in answering this, as well as discuss how to consume the right things, the dangers of "emotional social media", why people are "deconstructing" their faith, and more. Connect with Zach at zachwindahl.com and grab his book, See the Good, today. -- This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. Check out Brilliant Earth today at brilliantearth.com. Add Ritual's Essential for Women or any other multivitamin today at ritual.com/truthtalks. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here. Through September 1st, 2023, Surrender Your Story, is on sale for $2.99 on Kindle! Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for a simple and straightforward method to studying God's Word? The S.O.A.P method has been around forever for good reason - it is easy to remember, simple to implement, and great for keeping us all accountable to read God's Word everyday. Today, we're diving into what each letter of the acronym means, how to apply it, and Tara's favorite bible study resources to make the method even smoother in your own life. RESOURCES MENTIONED: ESV Study Bible Tara's Favorite Journaling Bibles (use code MISSTARASUN for 10% off everything) Quiet Time Companion (use code MISSTARASUN for 10% off) Online: The Matthew Henry Commentary, Enduring Word Commentary, Logos Bible App -- This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. Check out Brilliant Earth today at brilliantearth.com. Add Ritual's Essential for Women or any other multivitamin today at ritual.com/truthtalks. -- Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here! Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website Her discount code page YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"No" is not a bad word. "No" is just as productive as "yes." Today's conversation is an honest look into how Tara has been slowing down, learning to give her best "yes" and "no", and making the most of her time. This conversation is rooted in Ephesians 5:5-17 so grab your headphones and tune into the conversation for practical, biblical encouragement. For more on God's will and biblical decision making, grab a copy of Tara's book, "Surrender Your Story", here or anywhere books are sold. -- This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. Check out Brilliant Earth today at brilliantearth.com. Add Ritual's Essential for Women or any other multivitamin today at ritual.com/truthtalks. -- Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life in Christ doesn't have to be dull or boring. You can enjoy the simple joys of life without idolizing them! Rachel Awtrey is joining me today to talk about our favorite things in categories like makeup, motherhood, faith, books, home, and more. Buckle up for a lighthearted but jam-packed episode! Linkable Products Mentioned: Rare Beauty Liquid Blush / Merit Beauty Bronzer Stick / Elf Eyebrow Gel / Dime Beauty Wonderscreen / Maybelline 24 Hour Super Stay Skin Tint Minno App / The Veggie Tales Podcast / Lovevery Playkits UPPERROOM Worship / Cory Asbury "Kind" / Christy Nockels / Nathan Nockels Theology Handbook / The Bible Study Guide / Quiet Time Companion Raising Emotionally Strong Boys / Raising Worry-Free Girls / A Simplified Life / Find Your People / Surrender Your Story Le Creuset Dutch Oven / Caraway Non-Toxic Pans Asana / Notion / Abide / Dwell Carly Jean Los Angeles / Nuuly Box Half Baked Harvest Spicy Ginger Beef / Simple.Home.Edit on Instagram -- This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This decision has been a year in the making, something God has been stirring within me for awhile. I'd invite you to listen in as I share why we (my husband and I) made this decision and the reasoning behind it. Please know that this is not my attempt at telling you what to do with your family or social media, but simply a call to give you an inside look into our personal life and an invitation to use wisdom in your own life. -- This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Your-Story-Discover-Trusting/dp/1400239206/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5SKZQQA1TN4P&keywords=surrender+your+story&qid=1682355364&sprefix=surrender+your+sto%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-leaders of the social media "sensation", Her True Worth, and some of my best friends, are on the show today! Join Brittany, Cass, and I for a conversation about how God redeems our story, the beauty of our brokenness, asking for help, and how to surrender striving. Grab a copy of There's Beauty in Your Brokenness devotional: https://www.hertrueworth.com/beauty Follow Her True Worth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hertrueworth Connect with Cassandra Speer Connect with Brittany Maher -- This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Your-Story-Discover-Trusting/dp/1400239206/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5SKZQQA1TN4P&keywords=surrender+your+story&qid=1682355364&sprefix=surrender+your+sto%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm sure you've been told to "stop striving" a time or two before. But what if we pushed back on that? In today's episode, we're talking about the difference between holy striving and worldly striving. If you want to be equipped in biblical perseverance, obedience, and how to seek after the God-things of life, tune in. This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever read a verse, passage, or book of the Bible and wondered if it applied to you? Have you ever felt stumped over how to actually live out a Bible verse? Look no further! Tara's diving into the two different types of passages - descriptive and prescriptive - and how to know the difference so you can read God's Word confidently and apply it to your life starting TODAY. Verses mentioned for further study: Communion: Acts 2:42, 20:7, 1 Corinthians 11:20-25 Eating Vegetables: Romans 14:2 Solomon's Wives and Concubines: 1 Kings Old Law vs. New Law: Galatians 3:23-25, Hebrews 8:6-7, 9:9-10 Recommended Commentaries and Bible Study Guides: Bible Study Guide (use code TARA15 at checkout for 15% off) Bible Handbook Theology Handbook Basic Bible Interpretation Living By the Book Leather ESV Study Bible Crossway Study Bible This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. -- Join the SYS Summer Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/127103747026986/ -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tara's cousin, Natalie, is joining us on the podcast to answer some of the most asked questions in life... Is it possible to have balance in life? How can I prioritize what matters most when life is so busy? To the moms at work or in ministry, how do we fight against the nagging mom guilt? Connect with Natalie and grab her book here: https://www.natalieaman.com/ This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. -- Join the SYS Summer Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/127103747026986/ -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up because we're going there - mom guilt, pursuing your passions, and how to not lose yourself in the process with Ashlee Gad, author of "Create Anyway." If you're like me, and looking for some clarity and freedom in the sometimes fogginess of motherhood, this is for you. Grab your copy of "Create Anyway" and connect with Ashlee: https://www.ashleegadd.com/book -- This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. Join the SYS Summer Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/127103747026986/ -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Your-Story-Discover-Trusting/dp/1400239206/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5SKZQQA1TN4P&keywords=surrender+your+story&qid=1682355364&sprefix=surrender+your+sto%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Someone pinch me! Christy Nockels, one of my favorite worship artists and leaders, is here today and you're going to want to listen to every word. Grab your headphones and get ready for encouragement on: how to not grow weary in doing good, finding the "glorious in the mundane", and finding contentment in Christ. Connect with Christy here: https://www.christynockels.com/ Listen to "This is the Hour" album anywhere you stream music and "Glorious in the Mundane" podcast anywhere you get your shows. This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. -- Join the SYS Summer Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/127103747026986/ -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Your-Story-Discover-Trusting/dp/1400239206/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5SKZQQA1TN4P&keywords=surrender+your+story&qid=1682355364&sprefix=surrender+your+sto%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel, Tara's editor of Surrender Your Story, also associate publisher for Nelson Books, is on the podcast today! You're not going to want to miss this conversation - all about how Daniel discovered Tara, what it was like editing SYS, what he wished more people knew about this industry, and so much more. -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Your-Story-Discover-Trusting/dp/1400239206/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5SKZQQA1TN4P&keywords=surrender+your+story&qid=1682355364&sprefix=surrender+your+sto%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To the current mama or someday mama who is new to motherhood, this is for you. Laura Wifler, author and co-founder of Risen Motherhood, is joining us for a conversation about how the gospel brings hope to becoming a new mom and the overwhelm that comes with that. We're also confronting social media comparison as a new mom and how to combat that in a biblical way. Connect with Laura and grab a copy of her books here: https://laurawifler.com/ The infamous tooth paste cover mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09FPVF8YZ?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=oaklaven-20&linkId=81fce24f3febb16c3cd18f2d7690f2a7&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&th=1 This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at faithfulcounseling.com/TRUTHTALKS and get on your way to being your best self. -- Join the SYS Summer Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/127103747026986/ -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Your-Story-Discover-Trusting/dp/1400239206/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5SKZQQA1TN4P&keywords=surrender+your+story&qid=1682355364&sprefix=surrender+your+sto%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for some truth because, Chelsea Hurst, dear friend and co-author of Marriage Minded with her husband, is on the podcast today! Chelsea and I candidly (and honestly) share the behind-the-scenes of our relationship mistakes, why we should be "marriage-minded" in dating, and some important questions to ask in your dating relationships. Grab a copy of "Marriage Minded" here: https://www.zondervan.com/p/marriage-minded/#order Connect with Chelsea on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/chelseakayhurst/ -- Join the SYS Summer Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/127103747026986/ -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Your-Story-Discover-Trusting/dp/1400239206/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5SKZQQA1TN4P&keywords=surrender+your+story&qid=1682355364&sprefix=surrender+your+sto%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where are my graduates at? Whether you're celebrating the closed chapter of middle school, high school, or college - this is for you. Grab your headphones and tune in wherever to get encouragement for closing a chapter and moving forward in faith with Jesus into the next, even when it's unknown. -- Grab your copy of Tara's book, "Surrender Your Story" for more encouragement on how to trust God with your story or gift it for the grad in your life! Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For 24 hours ONLY, through May 11th, we're running a promotion where you can get $3 off my book, "Surrender Your Story" on Amazon! Here's all the details on how to snag your copy at a discount... Click here (https://www.amazon.com/promocode/A3MD0N6B0W41VE) and use this link to get $3 off automatically! Fun facts: This promotion is good for an unlimited amount of copies and orders per this 24 hour sale. Meaning - you can buy multiple books and stack the discount. If you buy 2, you will get $6 off. If you buy 3, you will get $9 off. And so on and so forth! Make one big order or multiple singular ones. Email me at [email protected] if you have any questions. Enjoy, friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of Mother's Day, I asked some of the moms I look up to most in my life to share a short paragraph of wisdom with you. Listen in for gospel centered advice, wisdom, and lessons learned from moms with newborns to moms with married children and grandchildren. Praying you leave encouraged and uplifted, no matter where you are at in your journey - not yet a mother, but desiring to someday, pregnant, a mother to young ones, or a mother to older children. -- Grab your copy of Tara's book, "Surrender Your Story" for an encouraging, intentional, and quick-shipping Mother's Day gift. Click here to grab your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Your-Story-Discover-Trusting/dp/1400239206/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5SKZQQA1TN4P&keywords=surrender+your+story&qid=1682355364&sprefix=surrender+your+sto%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you're a journaler or not, I hope this episode encourages you to get honest with God and find yourself in HIM! My good friend, Jennifer Dukes Lee, author and acquisitions editor for Bethany House Publishers, is joining us on the podcast to talk about her new journal, "Stuff I'd Only Tell God" thats out in the world today. We want to have a conversation with you today about what it means to get honest with God, how to grow closer to Him in journaling, the benefits of it all, and even the most random questions from her journal at the end. (You're gonna want to hear our ridiculous answers!) Grab a copy of Jennifer's journal here: https://jenniferdukeslee.com/stuff-id-only-tell-god/ Connect with Jennifer on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdukeslee -- Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Your-Story-Discover-Trusting/dp/1400239206/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5SKZQQA1TN4P&keywords=surrender+your+story&qid=1682355364&sprefix=surrender+your+sto%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website: www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trigger warning: We briefly mention abuse, miscarriage, and loss. What's the difference between happiness and joy? What do we do when life is too hard to handle? How do we reclaim our joy when life has knocked us down? Nicole Jacobsmeyer, author of "Take Back Your Joy" is sharing with us her vulnerable testimony of loss, abuse, and healing to point us to the hope and joy we have in Christ, regardless of our circumstances. Check out Nicole's book Connect with Nicole Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Your-Story-Discover-Trusting/dp/1400239206/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5SKZQQA1TN4P&keywords=surrender+your+story&qid=1682355364&sprefix=surrender+your+sto%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rebecca George is joining us on today's episode to encourage us all to do the thing that God has created us for. Inspired by her new book, Do the Thing: Gospel Centered Goals, Gumption, and Grace for the Go-Getter Girl, we're chatting about how to figure out what God has created us to do, what "things" we're gifted at doing, and how to not compare our journeys to others. If you want practical encouragement to go after your gospel-centered goals, this is for you. Pick up a copy of Do the Thing: https://www.amazon.com/Do-Thing-Gospel-Centered-Gumption-Go-Getter/dp/0830784357/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=do+the+thing&qid=1681236102&s=books&sr=1-1 Follow Rebecca on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccageorgeauthor/ Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Don't forget to enter our giveaway, running until April 18th, 2023. We're giving away one leather Hosanna Revival NLT Notetaking Bible and you could win! Just take a screenshot of your favorite episode, post it to your Instagram story and tag me, while also following myself and Hosanna Revival on Instagram. Winner will be announced on April 19th on Instagram stories. Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I posted an Instagram reel a few months ago and now it has almost 1 million views. Why? All because I wore overalls to church. Tune in as Tara unpacks what the Bible says about women wearing pants to church, conviction vs. preference, modesty, and much more. Enter the Hosanna Revival Bible giveaway! HR and I are teaming up to give one of you one of their new, leather note taking bibles (NLT edition). Listen to the episode for more details on how to enter. Hosanna Revival on Instagram / Tara on Instagram Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ Subscribe to Tara's YouTube channel for video podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a percentage of people who believe Easter to be a pagan holiday and one that Christians shouldn't partake in. Join Tara as she talks about the history behind the word "Easter" and how Christians should respond and celebrate. Have you gotten your copy of Tara's new book, "Surrender Your Story" yet? Click here to grab your copy: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered how to actually read the Bible in context? What are some clues or things to look for when reading? Join Tara today as she shares a few tips for reading the Bible, straight from chapter 9 of her new book, Surrender Your Story, available now anywhere books are sold or click here! https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A peek behind the scenes of what it's like working with a literary agent to publish a book! Join Tara and her agent, Teresa, to talk about what the publishing process looks like and a never-before-seen look into what it was like creating "Surrender Your Story" from the ground up. Grab your copy of Surrender Your Story here or anywhere books are sold! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back with an another bonus episode -- this time from chapter two of the audiobook of Surrender Your Story. Grab your copy today (links to the hardcover and Audible versions there). https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrenderyourstory/ Make sure to leave a rating and review (even if that's just a star rating or a few words) on Amazon or other retailers! You don't even have to finish the book to leave a rating - if you have been encouraged by even one page, share your favorite takeaway or quote! Reviews are vital and important to this message reaching more for the glory of God! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surrender Your Story: Ditch the Myth of Control and Discover Freedom in Trusting God is out in the world! Grab your copy today anywhere books are sold. If you're already reading and loving this message, please leave a rating and review on Amazon. It doesn't have to be a book report length - just a few sentences or words about what God is teaching you would be so helpful. Once we hit 50 and beyond, Amazon will prioritize this book higher in the algorithms. Together as the body of Christ, we can get this message into more hearts and hands for His glory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have something EXTRA SPECIAL for you today... a sneak peek of chapter four from the audiobook of Surrender Your Story - officially out in the world! Grab your copy today! Make sure to leave a rating and review (even if that's just a star rating or a few words) on Amazon or other retailers! You don't even have to finish the book to leave a rating - if you have been encouraged by even one page, share your favorite takeaway or quote! Reviews are vital and important to this message reaching more for the glory of God! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's launch day for Tara's book, Surrender Your Story: Ditch the Myth of Control and Discover Freedom in Trusting God! This book is officially out in the world and you can get it now. The wait is over! Grab your copy of "Surrender Your Story" here or wherever books are sold. Today's episode is a celebration of this message and also a word of encouragement on when surrender feels hard and impossible. There is freedom and hope, friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Independence is actually hurting us... and here's how. Tara is breaking down chapter three of Surrender Your Story and how independence is hurting our relationship with God and causing us to grip even harder to control. Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and stay on the browser website where it will take you straight to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Sponsor a child through Compassion: www.compassion.com/tarasun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keewani Cook knows what devastation looks like. She and her family could barely afford rotten apples on the street until her alcoholic dad came to know Christ and their lives were forever changed. Tune in for a powerful conversation about Kiwi's life, how sponsorship through Compassion literally saved her life, and how you can partner with us today. Sponsor a child through Compassion: compassion.com/taraandkiwi Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and stay on the browser website where it will take you straight to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To celebrate Valentine's Day, join Tara for a conversation about how to find our true worth, satisfaction, contentment, and the love we crave in Christ. Tune in as she also pulls back the curtain and shares about her toxic dating relationship, struggles with waiting for engagement, and so much more. You are loved. Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and stay on the browser website where it will take you straight to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've ever wondered how to find a good, local church or are overwhelmed and intimidated, this conversation is for you. Tune in to hear some of the most important qualities and biblical attributes to look for in a local church near you and find your home. Connected Churches Website: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/churches/ Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and stay on the browser website where it will take you straight to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tara is sharing a candid look at what her Bible reading time looks like as a new mom, as well as some thoughts on the "best" time of day to read the Bible. Tune in for a conversation about when to spend time with God when life is a lot and how to approach it in grace. Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and stay on the browser website where it will take you straight to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who is the Proverbs 31 woman? Who is she really? In today's episode, we invite you to join us as Tara breaks down Proverbs 31 verse by verse and explains what it really means to be this kind of woman that is so praised and honored in God's Word. This conversation isn't just for wives and mothers - it's for all of us as women of God. Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and stay on the browser website where it will take you straight to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This goes out to all of my friends in high school or entering high school in the near future! High school can be tough, awkward, joyful, and purposeful - and Tara and Megan Edmonds of She Lives Purposefully are here to talk all about it. Tune in for an encouraging conversation about how to navigate high school as a Christian, how to stand firm in your faith, how to find your identity in Christ, dating during high school, and so much more. Connect with Megan and her podcast: https://www.instagram.com/shelivespurposefully Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and you will immediately be redirected in your browser to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you're a New Years resolution fan or not, this episode is for you. Tune in as Tara shares biblical insight on how to actually keep New Years resolutions, and why they often fail. Listen as she also shares her own personal grace-based resolutions for the year. Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and you will immediately be redirected in your browser to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grab a notebook and a pen for today's episode because it's about to get good. Tara is inviting you to join her and process this last year with God, while also preparing for the next year with Him at the forefront. In this episode, we'll reflect with thankfulness and hope, while getting excited for all God has in store for this next year. Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and you will immediately be redirected in your browser to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Text TRUTHTALKS to 22433 for 25% off your Abide premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever felt like the Christmas story has lost its wonder? Like its "old news"? If you're anything like Tara, you've heard the Christmas story thousands of times. But in today's episode, Tara is sharing 10 things that you may have missed in the Christmas story - defining words, characters, and sharing shocking revelations that you may have missed reading the account of Jesus' birth. Why? To reignite the wonder and true awe that this glorious miracle deserves. Tune in today! Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and you will immediately be redirected in your browser to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Text TRUTHTALKS to 22433 for 25% off your Abide premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cozy up for a sweet and nostalgic episode with Tara's dad. Not only is he one of the biggest Truth Talks with Tara fans, he's also Tara's best friend! Tune in as Tara and Tom have a conversation, reminiscing over their favorite Christmas memories, traditions, and gifts they've gotten over the years. Preorder Tara's new book, Surrender Your Story now! And redeem your preorder gifts below: Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and you will immediately be redirected in your browser to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! Learn more about Tara's sponsor child and Compassion here: https://www.compassion.com/tarasun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Text TRUTHTALKS to 22433 for 25% off your Abide premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Tara is debunking 3 popular myths in today's culture and countering them with the truth of God's Word. These three myths are talked about a lot her in her new book, Surrender Your Story: Ditch the Myth of Control and Find Freedom in Trusting God (March 7, 2023) - available now for preorder. AND! We have bonus gifts for you if you preorder! Here is a step-by-step tutorial on how to preorder the book and get your bonuses! Head to www.surrenderyourstory.com (or tap the link) and preorder your copy of the book. There will be links on that page to all retailers - Amazon, Christian Book, Barnes and Noble, etc. After you’ve preordered, scroll to the bottom of surrenderyourstory.com and input your name, email, and order number! It’s super clear and easy on the webpage. (If you've already preordered before today, you can still get your goodies - just skip down and put your order info in!) ** And yes - these gifts are available internationally as long as you preorder a copy. Submit the form and you will immediately be redirected in your browser to download your bonuses. If you have any questions or problems with preordering, email Tara at [email protected]! -- Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Text TRUTHTALKS to 22433 for 25% off your Abide premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tara and her new friend, Hannah Anderson, are continuing the Christmas series this month with an honest, refreshing, and Biblically rich conversation about what Advent is... and isn't. In honor of Hannah's new advent devotional, Heaven and Nature sing, tune in as they answer questions, such as... "What is Advent? How has culture skewed it and how do we get back to God's design?" "What if I don't really feel joyful this Advent?" "I feel behind and stressed and overwhelmed. How do I enjoy Christmas?" "What does creation have to say about God and Christmas?" Grab a copy of "Heaven and Nature Sing" now! (It's not too late): https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/heaven-and-nature-sing-P005840705 Follow Hannah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannah_._anderson/ Check out Hannah's website: https://www.sometimesalight.com/writing Did you hear the news?! Tara's first book, Surrender Your Story is out now! Head on over to Instagram (@misstarasun) to see the cover reveal and learn more about how to preorder (preorder incentives coming December 7th) and download your free certificate here: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrender-your-story-gift-certificate/ Learn more about Tara's sponsor child and Compassion here: https://www.compassion.com/tarasun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Text TRUTHTALKS to 22433 for 25% off your Abide premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whereas Christmas is nothing but joy for some, it can be a stark reminder of what has been lost for others. Christmas, and any holiday or celebration for that matter, can hit a painpoint for those who are grieving a loved one's passing. It can also be difficult for those of us trying to comfort and encourage those in the midst of grief to know what to say. That's why Truth Talks with Tara is honored to have Sarah Berger, author of Hope in the Eleventh Hour, here today to talk about how to grieve with hope, what words to say to someone who is grieving, and the hope of heaven. Grab a copy of Hope in the Eleventh hour here: https://www.sarahbergerbook.com/ Connect with Sarah on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009750429201&mibextid=LQQJ4d Connect with Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarsmyl Did you hear the news?! Tara's first book, Surrender Your Story is out now! Head on over to Instagram (@misstarasun) to see the cover reveal and learn more about how to preorder (preorder incentives coming December 7th) and download your free certificate here: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrender-your-story-gift-certificate/ Learn more about Tara's sponsor child and Compassion here: https://www.compassion.com/tarasun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Text TRUTHTALKS to 22433 for 25% off your Abide premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode kicks off the Christmas season here on Truth Talks with Tara! For the entire month of December, get ready for 2 episodes per week on topics like gift giving, grieving during the holidays, how to celebrate the true meaning of the season, Tara's favorite Christmas traditions, and more. Tune in for a conversation with Tara as she shares her best, practical advice for giving intentional, Christ-centered gifts. If gift giving leaves you feeling overwhelmed, unsure, or anything in between, this is for you. Tara is sharing her favorite ways to get creative in gift giving while also honoring your budget. Christmas Gift Guides 2022: https://www.tarasunministries.com/blog/christmas-gift-guides-2022 Did you hear the news?! Tara's first book, Surrender Your Story is out now! Head on over to Instagram (@misstarasun) to see the cover reveal and learn more about how to preorder and download your free certificate here: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/surrender-your-story-gift-certificate/ Learn more about Tara's sponsor child and Compassion here: https://www.compassion.com/tarasun Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Text TRUTHTALKS to 22433 for 25% off your Abide premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Truth Talks with Tara, the podcast! Who's ready for a jam packed episode? As we celebrate Thanksgiving, it seemed only right to talk all things thankfulness, gratefulness, and praise. Today, Tara is sharing some practical ways to be thankful (and not just during Thanksgiving and the holidays), why we should be the most thankful people in the world, and even a special thanksgiving prayer to continue our mini series, "Let Me Pray For You." Don't miss this: On 11/25, the day after Thanksgiving, Tara is finally revealing the cover, title, and message of her book as well as how to preorder! Stay tuned for next week's episode as she unpacks why she titled the book what she did and more insider information. This has been a long time coming, but praise God we are almost there. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast & follow Tara's other socials linked below to be the first one to see the reveal! Connect with Tara on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/misstarasun Her website (new blogs monthly): www.tarasunministries.com Her Bible resource page: www.tarasunministries.com/recommended YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun The free, email family: www.view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 Shop Tara's stickers: www.the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ Text TRUTHTALKS to 22433 for 25% off your Abide premium membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introducing a new mini series on the podcast called, "Let Me Pray For You." These short, mini episodes have one purpose in mind: to pray for YOU. Your particular season, struggle, or request. Whatever you're walking through, prayer is not only necessary, but it is life-changing and life-giving. Tune in for prayers on any and every topic, such as anxiety, postpartum struggles, discernment, fear, wisdom, loneliness, and more. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss these mini episodes sprinkled in throughout the podcast's regular content and message Tara on Instagram (@misstarasun) with any specific prayer requests you'd want prayer for in this series and we may just feature it! Learn about Tara and her family's newest addition here through Compassion International and how you can get involved! Text TRUTHTALKS to 22433 to get 25% off your first year of Abide's Premium subscription. Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weary? Heavy Laden? Burdened? Just plain 'ol tired? Relax, take a deep breath, and unburden yourself with this conversation on Matthew 11:28-30 and how to find true rest for your soul that will bring peace to your everyday life. Learn about Tara and her family's newest addition here through Compassion International and how you can get involved! Connect with Tara on: Instagram Her website YouTube The free, email family Shop Tara's stickers Did you hear the news? Tara is publishing a book with HarperCollins Christian / Thomas Nelson! Very soon, the book title, cover reveals and info about preorder will be announced. Make sure to stay in the loop by subscribing to this podcast and following Tara on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disappointment got you down? If you've ever been disappointed in the way your circumstances have turned out... disappointed in other people... or even disappointed in God, this episode is for you. Tune in for a solo conversation with Tara as she talks about how to deal with disappointment and instead, find hope, confidence, and true satisfaction in God. Disappointment doesn't have to be the end of your story, friend. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Did you hear the news? Tara is publishing a book with HarperCollins Christian / Thomas Nelson! Very soon, the book title, cover reveals and info about preorder will be announced. Make sure to stay in the loop by subscribing to this podcast and following Tara on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whatever life looks like for you, it's likely very busy and chock full of responsibilities. We have all asked ourselves questions like, "How do I get it all done? How can I be my most productive self? How do I avoid burnout and overworking and implement boundaries?" Sit down for a solo conversation with Tara as she talks about what it means to be productive from a biblical viewpoint. Tune in for a conversation about how to work out of grace, not hustle, how to prioritize what's most important in your life, and actually get things done while honoring the Lord. If you're looking for an encouraging, freeing, and uplifting conversation, this is for you. Tara's also spilling her favorite productivity tips and practices that she has implemented over her life. Hear more about Compassion International and sponsoring a child here! My favorite planners! Use code TARA for 10% off the planners and anything else on the site. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Did you hear the news? Tara is publishing a book with Harper Collins Christian / Thomas Nelson! Very soon, the book title, cover reveal, and info about preorder will be announced. Make sure to stay in the loop by subscribing to this podcast and following Tara on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Live your truth"... "Follow your heart"... "You are enough..." These slogans sound nice and catchy, but what if they are actually making is anxious, exhausted, and out of touch? What if they are actually progressive beliefs, totally opposed to God's truth? Alisa Childers is joining us today on the podcast to celebrate her new book, "Live Your Truth and Other Lies", which is all about this very topic. Tune in as Tara and Alisa unpack some of these sneaky slogans, biblically encourage you how to discern what is God-honoring, invite you into a social-media pep talk, and more. Grab a copy of "Live Your Truth and Other Lies" here. Follow Alisa on Instagram. Visit her website. Subscribe to her YouTube channel. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is all worship music theologically sound? Should we even be listening to certain songs - even if they are considered "Christian"? In this episode, Tara poses 6 questions to help you analyze and discern if a worship song is biblically sound and honoring to the Lord. Questions like, "Am I worshipping self or God? Is this song biblically true or just trendy?" will be answered. She also breaks down a popular Christian song, trending today, to see if its biblically accurate and sound. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Godly Dating 101 cofounder, Tovares Grey, is joining us to talk about purity culture. In this conversation, Tara and Tovares are answering questions like, "What is purity culture? Is it biblical? Should we buy into it? How do I remain pure physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually?" There is also some bonus relationship advice sprinkled in the conversation for whatever season you are in - singleness, dating, engagement, or marriage. Download your 15 journaling questions freebie: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/630f8bfb2812b898e99a93f6 Follow Godly Dating 101 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godlydating101/ Grab their new book: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/godly-dating-101/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who's ready for a real talk / girl talk episode? Tara and her friend, Grace Valentine, are talking all things body image and what God has to say about our identity as well as how to be a true woman of God, and not one of the world. Grace's book, "What Will They Think?" (available everywhere books are sold) dives deep into women of the Bible who were strong in their faith and celebrated God's design. Grab your copy here. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pride isn't always obvious. It's sneaky and manipulative. Today's episode is all about examining our hearts - do I have a pride problem? What's the big deal about pride? How do I kill it and put on humility instead? Today, Tara is breaking down Jonathan Edwards' essay on 7 symptoms of pride and how pride may just be putting up a barrier to your relationship with God, as well as sharing her own vulnerable struggle with pride and self-sufficiency. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Struggling with all-consuming thoughts of fear, anxiety, anger, lust, etcetera? This episode is for you. Tara is breaking down 2 Corinthians 10:5 and what it means to "take our thoughts captive". Tune in for a conversation on how to preach truth over yourself and prioritize God's Word over your thoughts that may be weighing you down. Scriptures to Take Your Thoughts Captive. Grab your freebie here. "Does Confessing Our Sins Really Matter?" Read the newest blog post here. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode, Tara is joined by her childhood pastor and friend, Stan. If you have ever felt afraid of the future, the end times, or anything in between, this episode is for you. Stan is sharing practical encouragement from God's Word about how to trust God, keep our eyes fixed on Him, and live here and now, even in light of Jesus' second return. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time for part two of our dating, engaged, and married Q&A! We're jumping back into God's Word to see what He has to say about questions like, "What is God's design for married sex? Is it okay to date someone who doesn't believe in God?" and more. If you missed the first part of this series, scroll back and click the episode titled, "Dating Red Flags, Getting Engaged, and Praying for Your Future Husband."   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune into part one of this dating, engaged, and married Q&A! Tara is answering a handful of your best questions about all things relationships, answering questions like... "What is the best age to start dating?" "Are there any red flags I should look for in a relationship?" "Best advice for the engagement season?" "How do I pray for my future husband?" and more!   Part two of this conversation and even more juicy questions on sex in marriage and more in next week's episode.   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exhausted? Overwhelmed? Overworked? Today's episode is for you. Tara is diving into the fourth commandment from Exodus 20 and spilling the tea on the #1 reason why you need to rest. She answers questions like, "Is Sabbath still relevant today? How do I Sabbath? Is Sabbath more of a lifestyle or just on the weekend?" If you're ready to ditch the hustle culture and take on the way and pace of Christ, tune in now.   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We can trust that God, the WayMaker, is always at work creating the life of our dreams, through ways we never would have dreamed for ourselves. What do we do when we experience heartache, grief, suffering, and obstacles in our lives? What if we begin to believe that God is not good or trustworthy because of the waves of life? Ann Voskamp is gracing us with her beautiful presence on the show today to encourage us in this truth: The only way to find a way through the things that are in the way of our lives is to walk with the WayMaker Himself. Tara and Ann discuss how to trust our Abba Father, how to have hope amidst suffering, and walk closely with the Lord when circumstances tempt us to make our own way.   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your words have the power to change the world... when they are rooted in the truth of GOD'S Word! Please join Tara in welcoming Allyson Golden back to the podcast to talk about the power of our words and how to root our lives upon the Word Himself. If you desire to speak life and encouragement over others in your life or be known as a "woman of the Word", this episode is for you. Grab Allyson's journal, "Words are Golden" here: https://www.amazon.com/Words-Are-Golden-Inspirational-Journal/dp/1648706355/ref=sr_1_1?crid=32HIR81B4S137&keywords=words+are+golden&qid=1658960800&sprefix=words+are+golde%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-1 Follow Allyson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wordsaregolden/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever walked away from an inspirational sermon, podcast episode, or church camp feeling extremely on fire for God... only to wake up a few days later and feel that fire and passion dwindle?   Jonni Parsons knows exactly what that's like and has wondered if it's even possible to get on fire for God and stay on fire for God. In today's episode, Tara and Jonni are talking about how it's possible to have a sustaining relationship with the Lord, how to fuel your relationship with the Lord, sustain it, and also tips for reading your Bible daily.   "Ignited", Jonni's debut book about how to get on fire and stay on fire for God is available for preorder now: https://www.amazon.com/Ignited-Fresh-Approach-Getting-Staying/dp/149646110X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=32ZB19JT2JFU4&keywords=ignited+jonni+nicole+parsons&qid=1658803378&sprefix=%2Caps%2C121&sr=8-1   Follow Jonni on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonninicole/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do we walk through seasons of waiting and unfulfilled desires? Is God still good, even if He makes us wait? Is it possible to be thankful while we wait? Can we actually have purpose here and now "in the middle"? The sweetest soul, Tori Masters, is joining us on the show to have a conversation with Tara about the benefit, beauty, and purpose found in waiting well with Christ. Tara and Tori dive into Scripture, share vulnerable parts of their own seasons of waiting, and more. Follow Tori on Instagram, YouTube, and their podcast here. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best. Takeover. Ever. What if you could hear some amazing pieces of advice and wisdom from some of the most important people in Tara's life? Well, you don't have to wonder! In today's episode, Tara's husband, siblings, best friends, grandparents, and more are taking over the podcast today and sharing their best pieces of advice and what God has been teaching them lately in hopes of encouraging YOU. If you were encouraged by any of these pieces of wisdom, please share a screenshot to your Instagram stories with your favorite piece of advice or text this episode to a friend who would appreciate this! CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People say to "Trust God", but what does that really mean? When life is busy and overwhelming and we're juggling "all the things", it can be difficult to trust God. Karen Ehman and Ruth Schwenk are here on the podcast to bring us back to God's Word and remind us that God is trustworthy and He brings peace and contentment we are so desperately looking for. Based off their newest devotional, "Trusting God in All the Things", this dynamic duo is bringing encouragement for the weary soul - tired and worn out from doing all of the things and in need of refreshment from the Lord - one that only comes from trusting God. Order their book here: https://www.amazon.com/Trusting-God-All-Things-Devotions/dp/0764239619/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=trusting+god+in+all+the+things&qid=1657032732&sprefix=trusting+god+in+all%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-1   Follow Ruth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthschwenk/ Follow Karen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenehman/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Living out Jesus' commandment and great commission to go and make disciples is sometimes easier said than done. It can be intimidating to share our faith. It can bring about fear of rejection, fear of not "knowing enough", or even fear of not saying the right thing.   Jonathan Carswell of 10OfThose is on the show today to share some Biblical insight on sharing the gospel with unbelievers. He's humbly sharing practical advice and Biblically based insight on why we should share the gospel with believers, how to do it without alienating others, how we can prepare and equip ourselves to share our faith, and so much more.   Connect with 10OfThose on their: Website: https://us.10ofthose.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/10ofthoseusa/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever feel like you're not getting anything out of your Bible reading time? Do you desire to go deeper and understand God's Word more fully? In today's episode, Tara is sharing 8 practical ways to get more out your Bible reading time. Her prayer is that these practical ways will help you understand God's Word even more, fall in love with Him deeper, and feel confident in living your faith for Him.   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Did you hear the news?! I'M PUBLISHING A BOOK! Read about it on Instagram up for the email family for exclusive announcements on its launch date, launch team, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You're minding your business, scrolling on Instagram, or shuffling through your text messages, and BAM. Another friend is engaged. Another friend just got married. Someone else got a promotion. Someone else reached x amount of followers on Instagram. You're happy for them, but you wonder, "What about me? Am I behind in life? Should I be where they are?"   You're not alone if you've had those thoughts. That's why my friend, Stephanie May Wilson of Girls Night, is joining us on the show today to encourage us in this: You are not behind in life. You can have purpose here and now. God is still good and He has never and will never let you down. He is worthy to be trusted.   Sign up for "Love Your Single Life" Course, open for an extra session right now - June 7th through June 9th! This is a step by step plan to savor, enjoy, and truly make the most of their single lives — while setting yourself up for amazing relationships and someday, marriage, in the future. Use my link: https://courses.stephaniemaywilson.com/a/34859/XQGLGX8f What you get from the course: - 17 easy to follow video lessons - 7 hours of bonus videos about sex, friendship, online dating, and more - A journaling workbook to really dive deep into the course materials - A private community with likeminded women that are going through the course If you missed the window to sign up, stay tuned on Stephanie's Instagram for the other two dates during the year, spring and fall.   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisa Appelo knows what it's like to feel like life is over. After losing her husband unexpectedly one night, Lisa's life changed. God began taking her on a journey and teaching her that life can truly be good again - even after our worlds fall apart.   Listen in as Lisa and Tara talk about how to process our hard emotions with God, how to grieve with hope, and how to not fear the future but get excited knowing that God has more in store for us.   Order Lisa's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Can-Be-Good-Again/dp/0764239287/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1653952592&sr=8-1 Follow Lisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisaappelo/ Visit Lisa's site for resources and more: https://lisaappelo.com/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kristen Wetherell, author of "Humble Moms: How the Work of Christ Sustains the Work of Motherhood", is joining us on the show today and we're all in for a treat. Whether you're a mom or not, this conversation is for you.   Are you worn out? Feeling as if you're being pulled in a million places? Weary from serving and pouring out, aching to be poured into for once? Based off her new book, Kristen is sharing encouragement for the weary mom, sister, brother, and friend. Jesus' example of humility in the gospels and Philippians 2 gives us the strength we need to serve, even when we don't feel like it. Kristen also shares how we can rest, prioritize time in God's Word, and put on humble hearts to do what God's placed in our lives.   Buy Kristen's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Humble-Moms-Christ-Sustains-Motherhood/dp/1087751012/ref=sr_1_1?crid=7CEKHEG7IQC1&keywords=humble+moms&qid=1653330104&sprefix=humble+mom%2Caps%2C129&sr=8-1 Follow Kristen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristen_wetherell/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drum roll please... you asked, I answered! Today on the show, I'm sharing our birth story and how our sweet baby boy came into this world. Tune in to hear my full labor and delivery story, as well as some major testimonies of God's goodness, provision, and protection during the whole process!   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of Tara's #1 most asked questions is how to create a consistent, "quiet time" routine with Jesus. Naomi Vacaro, founder of Wholehearted Quiet Time, is on the show to help us answer these questions. This conversation is all about: what a "quiet time" is and is not, how to have a consistent time with Jesus, how to study the Bible, and also how to find freedom from doing it just to check off a list. God meant for this time to be saturated in grace, not duty and legalism!   Naomi's book "Quiet: Creating Grace Based Rhythms for Spending Time with Jesus" releases officially on April 5th! Preorder or order now!   Order Naomi's book, "Quiet" here: https://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Creating-Grace-Based-Rhythms-Spending/dp/1496453328/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3GV4P53D9Z7CF&keywords=quiet+Naomi+vacaro+book&qid=1645480152&sprefix=quiet+naomi+vacaro+boo%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-1 Follow Wholehearted Quiet Time Ministries on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholeheartedquiettime/ Browse their Quiet Time Companions: https://wholeheartedquiettime.com/qtc CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Warning: This episode contains mention of anxiety, suicide, and depression. Please do not listen if this is triggering to you.   Join Tara and her friend, Rachel Lawrence, as they talk about how to overcome Satan's lies in your life. They answer questions like, "How do I know if the enemy is lying to me? How do I overcome them and stop believing them? How do I believe God's Word instead?" Listen in for practical tips on how to pray against the enemy, believe God's Word instead, and find freedom from anxiety and depression.   Follow Momma Theologians on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mommatheologians/ Visit their website for resources, bible studies, and podcast: https://www.mommatheologians.com   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes it's hard to get our hopes up when we've been disappointed. Sometimes it's hard to find joy and celebrate in Christ when we're going through trials and struggles.   Our guest today, Nicole Zasowski, knows a lot about that. Her newest book just launched today, all about this topic - about how to release our fears, choose joy, and celebrate in Christ instead. Today, we're talking about how to have true, lasting hope and joy that goes beyond our circumstances, how to not fear the future, and celebrate our God-given lives.   Purchase her new book, "What If It's Wonderful?": https://www.amazon.com/What-Its-Wonderful-Invitation-Celebrate/dp/0785226486/ref=sr_1_1?crid=29Y934DPJGN3G&keywords=what+if+its+wonderful&qid=1643755942&sprefix=what+if+its+wonderful%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-1 Follow Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolezasowski/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Tara and her friend, Georgia Brown - speaker, podcaster, musician, lover of Jesus, and ray of sunshine - as they talk about the power of prayer.   Have you desired to have more of a meaningful prayer life but have no idea where to start? Have you ever thought that prayer was too complicated or too hard? If so, this episode is for you. Listen in as they talk about what God's Word says about prayer, unpack Biblical passages, give tips for cultivating not just a moment of prayer in the day but a lifestyle, and much more.   Follow Georgia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamgeorgiabrown/ Listen to her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-friends-with-georgia-brown/id1490894157 CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tara Leigh Cobble, founder of The Bible Recap (top ranking podcast and Bible study plan) is here today with us on the show and what fun it is.   In this conversation, we're talking about the Trinity. Whether you've grown up in church or you're new to the faith, this idea of the Trinity - God being three persons in one - can sometimes be confusing. Tara Leigh is here today to explain who the Trinity is, why it's important for us to understand, and how it shapes our relationship with God. Consider this a coffee date with girlfriends mixed with Bible school!   Follow Tara Leigh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taraleighcobble Purchase "He's Where the Joy Is" Bible Study and learn more about the Trinity: https://www.theconnextion.com/tbr/index.cfm?ProdAutoID=16013 CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What an honor it is to sit down with the one, the only, Emma Mae McDaniel! (Affectionately known online as 1Corinthians13_love!) This conversation is one that will surely fill your soul.   Emma is joining us on the show to offer encouragement, wisdom, and insight into newlywed life, marriage and even wedding planning. Tara and Emma, both newlyweds, talk about the hardest and sweetest lessons they've learned so far, their best pieces of advice for marriage, and even some tips for how they planned their weddings. Tune in now - you won't be disappointed!   Follow Emma on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1corinthians13_love/ Subscribe to Emma's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3vhqWMiPazvTP1yCwpMcdQ Listen to her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/preparing-your-heart-with-josh-mcdaniel/id1521140959?i=1000510448612 CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a first for Truth Talks with Tara! We have not one but TWO guests joining us on the show, Michelle Myers and Somer Phoebus, business partners and best friends.   Michelle and Somer founded "She Works His Way", a Christian ministry to disciple working women in God's truth. Today, they're on the show to talk about their newest book and some of the hot topics they cover: defining success by God's standards and not the world's, how to fight pride, and find eternal purpose in your work here and now.   Follow She Works His Way on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheworkshisway/ Check out their website, membership & other resources: https://sheworkshisway.com CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tara's sister and friend, Sadie Roberston Huff, is on the podcast today and we're praising Jesus for her new book that just launched today, "Who Are You Following?", all about pursuing Jesus in a social-media obsessed world.   Tune into this sister chat that will leave your heart challenged, encouraged, and convicted. Hear Sadie's personal testimony with social media and fame, some practical boundaries for social media, how we're all "influencers", and how to battle comparison online.   Order "Who Are You Following: Pursuing Jesus in a Social-Media Obsessed World" now: https://www.amazon.com/Who-Are-You-Following-Social-Media/dp/0785289917/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2MH342UZLO1VG&keywords=who+are+you+following+sadie+huff&qid=1643670952&sprefix=who+are+you+for%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 Follow Sadie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legitsadierob/ Join us on LO Sister App: https://www.losister.com CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're anything like me, you've questioned a time or two whether you're really saved. If when you die, you will go to heaven with Jesus or not. This is a natural feeling that we all have, so today on the show, we're diving into what God's Word says about it.   Abby Houston is an online encourager, nanny, social media manager, and talented singer. In this conversation, she is sharing with us what God's Word says about the assurance of salvation, the hope of heaven, and how to practically get excited for heaven! If you struggle with fear of the future and end times, listen to this episode as we talk about what God's Word - the only source of truth and certainty - tells us about this.   Follow Abby on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfully.abby/ Follow Melodically Memorizing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melodicallymemorizing/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introducing one of the warmest and encouraging conversations on the show with Jennifer Dukes Lee: farm girl, wife, mama, literary agent, and author. Jennifer is the author of "Growing Slow: Lessons on Unhurrying Your Heart from an Accidental Farm Girl", and today, we're talking about just that.   If you've ever felt like you were "behind" in life... if you've ever felt like you're growing too slow compared to everyone around you... if you've ever found yourself exhausted by the pressure to hustle and strive... this conversation is for you. Jennifer and Tara dive into what God says about abiding in Him, how it's okay to grow slow, and some practical tips on resting and relating to God in a more intentional way. Buy "Growing Slow" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Slow-Lessons-Hurrying-Accidental/dp/0310360439/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3PIKSEYL9X6OU&keywords=growing+slow&qid=1642281022&sprefix=growing+sl%2Caps%2C160&sr=8-1 Follow Jennifer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdukeslee/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time for part two of my conversation with Lindsey Maestas! If you missed last week's episode, tune into part one now!   In this episode, we finish our conversation on how to prepare your heart for marriage while also giving encouragement to the single girl who desires marriage. We'll answer questions like, "How do I serve and wait well while not wasting my singleness?"   Follow Lindsey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingeasywithlindsey/  Sign up for The Wife Project: https://sparrowsandlily.com/the-wife-project/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lindsey Maestas, founder of The Wife Project, is joining us on the podcast to talk about how to prepare our hearts for marriage and answering this question we all have: "Is he 'the one'?" Tune into this episode, part one, and get ready for the second part of our conversation where we dive more into encouragement for those who are single and desiring marriage someday.   Follow Lindsey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingeasywithlindsey/ Sign up for The Wife Project: https://sparrowsandlily.com/the-wife-project/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thank you to today's sponsor, Stamped by Sis, a faith-based business that offers handmade jewelry, Scripture cards, totes and more giftable items. Click the link below to check out her shop! Use code TRUTHTALKS for 20% off your entire order - great for this Christmas season! Shop Stamped by Sis here: www.stampedbysis.etsy.com (use code TRUTHTALKS for 20% off!) Follow Stamped by Sis on Instagram: www.instagram.com/stampedbysis/   Have you ever felt like you have to have it "all together" and be "perfect" to come to God? To be in relationship with Him? Have you ever felt pressure from social media or the world or friendships to be a certain way? Tara's friend, Sophie, from Simply Sophie Designs on Instagram, is on the show today to talk about her personal battle with perfectionism, overcoming guilt and shame and how to live free from the pressure of the world.   Follow Sophie on Instagram: www.instagram.com/simplesophiedesigns/ Sophie's Shop: www.simplysophiedesigns.com/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does the thought of figuring out Bible translations make your head spin? In today's episode, Tara answers some popular questions she gets in her DM's and emails, such as, "What translation should I read? Is there one that's better than the others? How do I figure out which translation is true and right and not heretical?"   Tune in as we talk about the different types of translations, how they differ, hear tips for how to choose the best translations to read and study, and more! AND at the end of the episode, Tara is sharing one translation to avoid as believers. Stay tuned for the juicy details. ;)   Tara's Bible Recommendations: https://tarasunministries.com/favorite-resources Brian Simmons Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMwnUM5g_n8 Alisa Childer's Passion Translation post: https://www.alisachilders.com/blog/heres-why-christians-should-be-concerned-about-the-passion-translation-of-the-bible   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Philippians 4:6 says, "Do not be anxious for anything." Easier said than done, right? Our world is riddled with anxiety and we all have our own personal struggles with it as well.   So, in today's episode, Tara walks us through the biblical model for fighting the war against anxiety, practical tips you can implement today and much more. Tune in for verse breakdowns on popular passages on anxiety like Philippians 4:6-7 and 1 Peter 5:6-7.   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kristen Clark, co-founder of Girl Defined Ministries, is on the show today to talk about their newest book, "Not Part of the Plan: Trusting God with the Twists and Turns of Your Story."   Do you have unfulfilled longings? Unanswered prayers? Do you struggle to trust God with things don't go your way and in your timeline? This is a must-listen to episode where we have a conversation about what it looks like to practically trust God, how to navigate unanswered prayers, the beauty of God's plan over ours and so many practical nuggets of wisdom.   Grab your copy of "Not Part of the Plan": https://www.amazon.com/Not-Part-Plan-Trusting-Twists/dp/0801094720/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Not+Part+of+the+plan&qid=1629397911&s=books&sr=1-1   Follow Girl Defined on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girldefined/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever thought that theology is just for pastors, teachers and your favorite Instagram influencers? Think again! Amy Gannett, Bible teacher and newly published author, is joining us on the show today to talk about how we can ALL be theologians - knowing who God is, the doctrines of His Word and how to understand the Word.   Her book, "Fix Your Eyes" is all about how our study and knowledge of God influences the way we daily worship Him and live for Him. This rich and encouraging conversation will leave you excited about studying God's Word, as well as tools to practically do so.   Purchase "Fix Your Eyes" here: https://amygannett.com/fix-your-eyes-2/   Follow Amy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amycategannett/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE! My awesome friend, Luke LeFevre is here on the show to talk about what God's Word says about "consecration" - the call on our lives and God's Heart on the matter.   To celebrate Consecrate 2021, the first annual conference in Dallas, TX, on October 15-16th, Luke and I are having a conversation about God's Old Testament call to be "consecrated", holy and set a part. Practically, we talk about what this looks like for us as modern day believers, how to stand apart from the world, a vision for revival for our generation and more.   ALSO! It's not too late to grab your online or in person ticket below to Consecrate where Luke, Matt Chandler, Jennie Allen and more will be speaking!   Grab your online or in person Consecrate ticket for FREE here: https://www.consecrate2021.com Follow Consecrate on Instagram for encouragement and updates on future events: https://www.instagram.com/consecrate2021/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ruth Chou Simons, author and artist, is here to help us stop the endless cycle of striving and live in the light of God's grace. Our world is brainwashed by the idea that we have to "do, do, do" to find our identity. To run ourselves ragged by achieving all of the awards or finding our worth in our following count or success. But that is the opposite of Jesus' true gospel.   This gentle yet challenging episode is based off Ruth's new book, "When Strivings Cease", releasing into the world on October 12th. Grab your copy below to learn the beauty of God's transforming grace, how to stop the endless cycle of striving and find your true identity in Christ.   Order "When Strivings Cease" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/When-Strivings-Cease-Self-Improvement-Life-Transforming/dp/1400224993/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=when+strivings+cease&qid=1632164688&sr=8-3   Order "When Strivings Cease" anywhere else books are sold! (Target, Barnes and Noble, Christian Book etc)   Follow Ruth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthchousimons/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

God made you to be you on purpose for a purpose! Top ranking podcast host, author, mother and mentor, Jamie Ivey, joins us on the show today to talk about her new children's book, "God Made You to Be You", releasing today - October 5th!   This heartwarming and encouraging episode is for anyone and everyone. Join us as we talk about our unique purposes in Christ, why God made us to be us and no one else, the dangers of comparison, parenting advice and much more.   Order "God Made You to Be You" for yourself or a gift: https://www.jamieivey.com/kids/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who's ready for a heart-to-heart? I'm sitting down for a solo episode today, sharing the big news: that my husband and I are expecting our first baby! 👶🏼 Although a surprise and "not part of the plan", we are unbelievably excited and blessed!   In this episode, I'm sharing an exclusive, behind the scenes look at how the first and second trimester has been in my pregnancy and also what God has been teaching me about rest during this pregnancy! Tune in for this conversation on rest, persevering through struggles, self sufficiency vs. dependence and more.  Follow the Truth Talks with Tara Instagram for exclusive updates: https://www.instagram.com/truthtalkswithtara/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Political drama and division aren't new issues, but they seem more apparent than ever. Through a global pandemic, political elections and more, we've seen more division and heartache than ever. And it's not just affecting the world but also the unity and love between God's church and people.   Whitney Lowe of Scribble Devos is joining us today to talk about how we as Christians should respond to political division and react in unity instead. We're answering questions like: "How can we love each other when we have different political opinions? How can I not be discouraged by the news and world events and keep my eyes on Christ?"   ** Disclaimer: We are not here to talk about our personal opinions or alienate anyone from the term "politics", because it can be sticky. Our goal is to look at what God's Word says about unity, love and the body of Christ and how we can fight for it all, no matter our differing opinions.    Follow Whitney (Scribble Devos) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scribbledevos/  Visit ScribbleDevos.com and shop: https://www.scribbledevos.com   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may have heard of The Heart of Dating before. In today's episode, we're joined by its founder and leader, Kait Warman!   Join Tara and Kait as they talk about how to deal with heartbreak from a Biblical perspective, how to have hope through breakups, date again with confidence and more. We pray this conversation is encouraging, hopeful and challenging in the best ways as you navigate this thing called life, dating and relationships.   Grab a copy of Kait's book: https://www.amazon.com/Thank-You-Rejecting-Me-Transform/dp/1540900789/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=thanks+for+rejecting+me+book&qid=1631569439&sr=8-2 CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 time best-selling author, Lisa Whittle, is blessing us with her beautiful presence on the podcast today! Lisa is beauty and grace personified and just oozes practical, Biblical wisdom throughout this episode.   Join us as we talk about what it looks like to put Jesus over everything in our lives, how to drown out the distractions of the world and also dismantle idols that may be vying for 1st place in our hearts. We also talk about her new book, releasing September 7, 2021, "The Hard Good."   **Note: Lisa did some double-checking and wanted to share that the passage she quoted in Haggai is actually in Micah 6.**   Follow Lisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle/ Order her new book, "The Hard Good": https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Good-Showing-Work-When/dp/078523201X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+hard+good&qid=1618339965&sr=8-1 CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you're a stay at home, employed at a 9-5, college student or online influencer, this conversation is for you! We're joined by Kahlea Nicole, business coach and fellow sister in Christ, to talk about how to live a productive life, avoid burnout and work for God's glory.   In a culture that promotes the constant "hustle" and working for our own kingdoms and glory, we are called to something better as Christians. Join us in this conversation as we talk about the biggest lies about productivity, a Biblical definition of productivity, Kahlea's biggest tips for avoiding burnout and more!   Make sure to leave a rating & review for Truth Talks with Tara below! This is the best way you can support the show, along with screenshooting the episode and posting to your Instagram story! ❤️   Follow Kahlea on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kahleanicolee/ Learn more about her coaching programs: https://kahleanicole.com   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's no secret that social media is a tricky place to navigate... especially as Christians. Mikella Van Dyke, theology teacher and founder of Chasing Sacred, joins us on the show once again (can someone say returning guest?!) to talk about the importance of using discernment on social media.   Other topics like jealousy, comparison and "glory-stealing" are all a part of the conversation as well. Tara and Mikella are both passionate about what a big tool social media is - one that we can use for good or bad. For God or for ourselves.   AND! We're spilling all the details on the very first Christian Ministry Conference that Mikella is hosting on October 1st-2nd. And bonus! Tara is going to be a keynote speaker at the conference!   Use code " TARA50 " at checkout to save $50 off your ticket price! https://www.chasingsacred.com/online-ministry-conference/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You asked... we answered! One of the most popular questions I get asked over on Instagram is about "modesty." This term tends to furrow our brow or leave a sour taste in our mouths. Maybe you believe that modesty is wearing only floor length skirts and covering your head. Maybe you believe that modesty is toxic.   Either way, Allyson Golden, of Words are Golden, and I are here to bring us back to the Bible, the definitive source of truth, as we tackle this topic of modesty. In this conversation, we look at different passages that define what modesty is (hint hint: it may SURPRISE YOU). We talk about what it looks like practically, how to have a modest heart and life and we also debunk some popular myths!   Follow Allyson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wordsaregolden/ Download "5 Days to Cultivating Rest": https://view.flodesk.com/pages/60d2e7fe4476407441cf0b93   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming at you with a slightly different episode than we're used to, but boy is it an encouraging one! Today, we're joined by Ashley and Amanda of Rosey Times Two. They are a sister-duo based in Florida who love to share functional workouts and balanced lifestyle online. It's hard to find fitness and health accounts that have a healthy philosophy when it comes to working out, eating well and just generally taking care of our bodies... but Ashley and Amanda are the real deal.   Listen in as we talk about things like a healthy mindset to working out, the lies we believe about our bodies, how to find the right health regimen for you and much more! We don't dwell on the scale or shame here in the episode. Let's chat about how we can steward our bodies well!   Follow Ashley and Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roseytimestwo/ Visit their blog & check out their workout guide: https://www.roseytimestwo.com CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The choice is ours: whether we will be steadfast and immovable, or wavering and uncertain in our faith. Maddie, also known as Maddie Joy on Instagram and socials, is joining us to bring a word that God has placed heavy on her heart over the last few years. Steadfast is meant to be a defining characteristic of a Christ follower, and yet oftentimes, we are the opposite. The trials, struggles and temptations of life cause us to be shaky and uncertain and even fall victim to dry seasons in our faith.   This conversation is packed full of encouragement, Bible passage breakdown and practical wisdom to be people who are "steadfast, immovable and always abounding in God's work" (1 Corinthians 15:58).   Follow Maddie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddiee_joy/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The long awaited episode... an episode with my brother, Lee! Today, we sat down to record what God has been stirring in my brother's heart: Who is Jesus to you? Is He just an influential figure in my life or is He "preeminent"?   Lee wears many hats in his life, but one of my favorite things about him is his love for the Lord, the Bible and communicating it! He's a gifted speaker and uses his talents in our local church - speaking and serving all ages from middle school to young adults.   We invite you to have this encouraging conversation with us as well as leave challenged as Lee asks us a lot of searching questions for our faith! CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who's approval are you living for? Man or God?   Mariela Rosario, spoken word artist, writer, speaker, wife and mama, is joining us in today's episode to give us the encouraging pep talk we all need. It's all too easy to live for the approval of others and make decisions based out of fear, not freedom. It's all too easy to live without direction, unsure of our purpose in life. But in this conversation, we are talking about how to break free from living for others, the freedom we found in Christ and what our purpose is in him.   Follow Mariela / She Speaks Fire on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shespeaksfireco/ Visit SheSpeaksFire.org and all the links: https://www.shespeaksfire.org/links CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some believe we can "manifest the life that we want" through purely positive vibes, thoughts and intentions. This is called "manifestation." It sounds nice and harmless, right? But when we look at this through the lens of Scripture, it's dangerous and deadly.   Anna Moritz, podcaster and Christian influencer, joins us to talk about the dangers of manifestation and the secular ideologies that are invading our world and even our churches. She shares her personal testimony, what God says about these secular "religions" and how we're called to live instead. This is an extremely important episode that goes hand in hand with the Progressive Christianity episode.   Follow Anna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annakmoritz/ Subscribe to her podcast, Transformed Living: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/transformed-living/id1565278897 Visit Anna's blog: https://annakmoritz.com   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We live in a world full of comparison, jealousy and disunity. We see it on our social media feeds and in our everyday lives. We want to break free from it and it's toxic effect on our lives, but how? What is God's antidote to this "illness"?   Maci and Lauren, real life sisters, from the Soul Sisters Blog are joining us today to talk about how to quit comparison and choose unity as the body of Christ instead. Join the conversation as they share how to find your identity in Christ, how to cheer others on instead of compete and so much more. Let their beautiful hearts for the Lord and encouraging testimonies inspire you!   Follow Maci and Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soul.sistersblog/  Visit their blog: https://www.soul-sisters.blog CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this mini episode, join Tara as she answers this question: "Should we read the ENTIRE Bible? What's the big deal about it?"   Perhaps you can relate... Maybe you've grown comfortable with a certain book of the Bible or maybe you're unsure about reading books of the Old Testament because they may be confusing. In this episode, Tara shares three reasons why we should read the entire Bible as well as practical tips for doing so!   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most popular questions in the Christian faith can be about this idea of "faith and works." The Bible tells us that our faith is dead without works (or action). That can be scary and intimidating.  Monica Ritchie, founder of Pineapple Momma and seminary student, is joining us today to talk about this topic, the idea of "legalism", the definition of true faith and so much more.   Listen in as she unpacks multiple Scripture passages, defines these terms and makes it so clear! We're saved by grace alone, but we're called to WORK for God.   Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pineapple_momma/  Visit Monica's blog: http://pineapplemomma.com CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hermeneutics... it may sound like a scary word, but you need it in your Bible-learning tool belt. Grant Clay, a friend and pastor, is joining us on the show today to tell us what it looks like to UNDERSTAND the Bible in the way that God intended. We as humans are always seeking to understand what's going on in the world. As Christians, we have been given this term called "hermeneutics" to help us understand what is truth, found in God's word - how to read it, apply it and discern it. Spoiler alert: This is for you - not just scholars or phD students. Tune into this jam-packed Bible study episode and learn how to understand God's Word in context and begin your journey in hermeneutics. Check out ELLS International: https://ellsinternational.com Support ELLS financially and equip pastors: https://ellsinternational.com/give/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

IT'S FINALLY HERE!🎉 Shop The Tara Sun Sticker Shop NOW! https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com/ -- My good friend and brand new author, Gretchen Saffles, is joining us on the show today and what a conversation it is! This episode is jam packed with wisdom on how to apply Scripture, God's Word, to our lives. It's one thing to read the Bible but it's another thing to actually LIVE and APPLY it to our lives. Gretchen is sharing her testimony, breaking down practical tips, answering our greatest questions on application and sharing about her new book "The Well-Watered Woman". Gretchen is the founder of Well Watered Women, an online women's ministry that helps women choose the Word before the world in every season. WWW provides you online resources, journals, Bible studies and now a new book to encourage you to remain deeply rooted in Him.   Purchase "The Well-Watered Woman" book here: https://wellwateredwomen.com/book#/  Follow Gretchen / Well Watered Women on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gretchensaffles/ CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you hear?! The Tara Sun Sticker Shop is officially launching on May 17th, 2021!🎉 For exclusive access, to shop earlier than EVERYONE ELSE, May 16th, sign up here: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 For this first launch of hand drawn, encouraging, Scripture-filled stickers, there will be limited quantity so make sure to sign up so you don't miss out! Follow @misstarasun on Instagram for links to stickers and new launches! -- Lauren Carter, Christian blogger, wife, mama and women's ministry pastor, joins us on the show to talk about what it means to "choose joy" as believers. There's actually more to this phrase than we think. It's more than a cute and trendy phrase on Pinterest.   Tune in as we talk about what true joy in Christ is versus worldly happiness, how to have joy in hard circumstances, breakdown Scripture and learn practical advice to choose joy in Christ.   Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurennoelcarter/  Read Lauren's blog: https://theguestroom.blog CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've ever asked yourself these questions, this episode is for you... "What's the point of the Old Testament? Why does it even matter? It was written like 2,000 years ago and seems outdated so why should I care?"   In today's episode, we're joined by Gabrielle Odom, a Bible student, Watermark church resident and evangelist to talk about the Old Testament. Buckle up for some serious insight on the themes of the Old Testament, how to understand it deeper and why we should read and honor it.   Our prayer is that you'll walk away from this episode believing that God's Word, in its ENTIRETY, is valuable, beautiful, holy and needed. Tune in for practical tips and themes that will help you read and understand the Old Testament better for yourself.   Follow Gabrielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helloitsbrie/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Bachelorette, Desiree Siegfried, is joining us in today's episode to share a snippet of her testimony and also how she remained firm in her faith in a secular world / industry. She is a fellow podcaster, bridal gown designer, mother, Oregon native and soon, an author of "The Road to Roses."   As Christians, we feel the tension to live in the world but not be OF it. How in the world are we supposed to remain firm in our faith, stay discerning and live for God when we live in such secular, evil times? Desiree is sharing some practical encouragement from God's Word on how to block out the noise of the world, live for God and prioritize time with Him.   Preorder Desiree's book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Road-Roses-Heartbreak-Finding-Strength/dp/031036194X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=road+to+roses&qid=1619303862&sr=8-1  Follow Desiree on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desireesiegfried/   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The key to leadership and being a great leader is attending all of the seminars, webinars and reaching the highest level of success. FALSE. In today's episode, we're joined by Kirby Kelly, known as @kirbyisaboss online, to talk about the Biblical definition of leadership. Listen in as we talk about what true leadership looks like, what a woman's role in the church looks like, how Jesus modeled it perfectly in humility and service and so much more! Follow Kirby on her socials Subscribe to her podcast, Bought and Beloved CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peace... a word that's easier said than done. It's easy to feel at peace or as some may say, "zen", when all is right with the world. But what happens when we face unsettling times, political changes, relationship frustrations, breakups, anxieties... you name it? Gabby Rousse, online faith and fashion blogger, is joining us today to shed some light on what true peace looks like in Christ versus the world's definition. Tune into this Scripture-packed episode. We'll dive into practical tips to find and enjoy God's peace, how to not let unsettling circumstances rock you and much more. Follow Gabby on Instagram CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You asked... Tara's answered! Tune in for a marriage themed q&a episode which covers all things, such as: sexual intimacy in marriage, how to find "the one", the purpose of marriage and more. Whatever stage you find yourself at, this candid yet encouraging episode will remind you of God's beautiful design for marriage, intimacy, preparing your heart and more. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in as we talk about all things Christian dating and relationships. Although the word "dating" isn't found in the Bible, there are so many principles, encouragements and "tips" for us to apply from God's heart! Listen in as Tara shares what God taught her in dating her now husband and unpacks Biblical principles. Shop Unrivaled Boutique (TARA15 for 15% off) CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elle Cardel, founder of the online women's ministry, Daughter of Delight, joins us to talk about how to make godly decisions, His will for our lives and so much more. This bubbly and Scripturally rooted episode will leave you challenged and encouraged. If you're struggling to know what decision to make in any area of your life or want to learn more about God's will, tune into this episode today. Daughter of Delight's Instagram Subscribe to the DOD Podcast CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The gloves are coming off, friend. We see and hear it everywhere... on social media, the news, in our conversations and sadly, some of our churches. "Progressive Christianity" is a hot-button topic. What is it? What's so wrong and dangerous about it? As true believers, we need discernment on this issue so that we can spot it and stand against it in the world and our own lives. Join us in today's episode as we unpack what Progressive Christianity is, how it differs from true Christianity, how to get back to the true gospel and ways to spot a progressive belief or speaker. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all crave true, encouraging and faithful friendships, but they can be HARD. Here's a look at true Biblical friendships: how to be a true friend, how to find these friends and keep them. In today's episode, we're joined by Jaclyn Brooke. She is a Christian YouTuber and soon to be wife. Through her personal experience and love for God and His Word, Jaclyn shares how we can be better friends, love through drama and difficulty, find friends if we're lacking and so much more. Jaclyn's Instagram Jaclyn's YouTube   CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's set the record straight: Worship isn't just the first 15 minutes of your Sunday church service. In Christ, worship is a lifestyle and we as believers have the capacity to worship God in everything - even our own unique gifts, passions and creativity. In this episode, we're joined by my sweet friend, Jenessa Wait. Jenessa is a Christian hand letterer, shop owner, mama and young adult pastor. Through her creative talents and heart for the Lord, she shares how we as Christians can worship in everything we do and discover our God given talents and gifts. Jenessa's Instagram Jenessa's Shop CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of my 22nd birthday, here is a special birthday episode! Tune in as we talk about 21 things that God has taught me over the last 21 years of my life. (Hint: There's everything from the silly, sweet and serious types of advice in this episode.) CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People will tell you, “Listen to God” or “Hear His voice.” We know we need God’s guidance, truth and direction to live our lives… but how can we know when He’s speaking? How can we actually HEAR Him? In this episode, Kaci Nicole, a Christian YouTuber and blogger, joins us to talk about God’s voice: how to hear and discern it for ourselves. To understand God’s voice, what ways He speaks to us and how to block out the noise in our lives, tune into this episode! Kaci's Instagram Kaci's YouTube CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a world that gets so easily offended over political parties, race issues or personal opinions, how are we as Christians supposed to act and react? Mikella Van Dyke, founder of Chasing Sacred, joins us to talk about how to live unoffended in a polarizing world, extend grace to others and pursue unity in the body of Christ. Mikella is a mom, writer, speaker and encourager. She is the founder of Chasing Sacred which includes a free daily devotional app, Bible study journals and more. Mikella's Instagram Shop the Bible Study Journals CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Due to popular request, today's episode is Q&A! I asked over on Instagram for your best and juiciest questions about anything - faith, Scriptures, relationships, online ministry, personal life and more. Sit back and listen to the encouragement that God is going to bring! CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you hear "New Years Resolutions", do you roll your eyes or get excited? No matter when you listen to this episode, come join the conversation to learn how we as Christians should react to resolutions, how to follow God's lead for our lives, how to not compare our paths to others and bottom line... prioritize God first. And not just at the beginning of the year, but every single day. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should a Proverbs 31 woman, a true Biblical gal, be in business? What does God say about the women who desire to be entrepreneurs, small business owners or leaders? In this episode, we're joined by Liana Danielle Gonsalves, a Christian business coach and photographer. Her aim is to help women build their businesses on the foundation of Christ. Through her solid faith and knowledge, she equips women to keep Christ at the center of their business and to be successful for the kingdom. Listen in as we talk about what God says about women in business, how to lead humbly, practical tips for women with entrepreneurial spirits and so much more. Download The Faithful Business Building Blueprint Follow Liana on social media! CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the glitz, glamour and gifts of the season, it's easy to lose sight of what's truly important. What the REAL good news of great joy is. Listen in as we dig into Old Testament prophecies, Scriptural truth bombs and discover what the best gift ever really is and how that can change our lives as believers. Let's find out why Jesus is the only Savior and keep Christ at the center of a commercial Christmas. Merry Christmas to you, sweet friend! CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tiffany Rogers joins us today to shed light on the power of sharing our faith with others. Dive into the Scriptures with us as we talk about how to share the gospel with believers AND nonbelievers, practical tips and so much more to equip your faith. Tiffany is a writer, blogger and online women's ministry leader. Through her love for God, His Word and writing, her heart is to empower women to live their life with Jesus on the throne of their hearts, regardless of the seasons we walk through. Follow Tiffany on social media CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Sandy joins us in today's episode to talk about budgeting, finances and tithing from a Christian perspective. If you want to learn more about what the Bible says about money, how to honor God with it, tithing even if we don't have a lot of money or how to trust God with it all, this is for you. Taylor is employed in sales and also runs her own lifestyle blog where she shares practical tips, encouragement and fashion - all centered around the Lord. Follow Taylor on social media Taylor's favorite makeup Read her "Budgeting Tips" blog post CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For our first guest interview episode, we are joined by Hannah Cases, a beauty, fashion and faith influencer, to dive into the difference between the world's definition of beauty and God's definition of beauty. Our conversation touches on how to root our true beauty in Christ, how to enjoy our femininity without conforming to the world's standards and much more. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready for some serious girl talk? In this episode, I'm letting you in behind-the-scenes of our wedding planning, engaged life, struggles, joys, the future and the greatest lessons God has taught us. Michael and I cannot thank you enough for listening and being such an important part of our lives. We're overwhelmed in the best ways by your love, support, presence and prayers. This is for YOU! CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To the one who desires motivation and discipline when reading the Bible.. but feels discouraged. In this episode, let's set the foundation for WHY God encourages us to read His Word - it's value, worth and purpose in our lives. Tune in for Biblical encouragement and tips to implement today for motivation, desire and excitement to dig into the Word for yourself. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With so many things in this world, it's easy to let idols creep into our hearts and lives. (And nah, we're not talking about American Idol.) Join us today as we talk about what an idol is, what God says about it and how to discern and destroy them practically. If we want to walk in the "way everlasting", this is God's beautiful how-to blueprint for us. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back at you with part two of our "Social Media Ministry Q&A" mini series! In this encouraging episode, join us as we talk about how to deal with hate online, improve your writing, create compelling posts, how to stay true to God online and more. If you missed part one, make sure to go back and listen to it. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all have moments when we feel lazy, stagnant or stuck in our faith. We wonder, "How do I take action for God in my life? What does living out my faith look like and why does God call us to do it?" Friend, the reality is that living for God is about more than just believing. It goes hand in hand with doing and living. But how? How do we move from lazy, inactive faith to living, active faith? Out of the old and into the beautiful new God promises? In this episode, let's talk about what it means to "live out" our faith in Christ, why God calls us to do it, Biblical examples and some practical steps you can implement today. May this episode encourage you in Biblical principles and Scriptures, equipping you with the truth of what it means to live your faith out for Christ everyday. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My friend puts it this way: "Social media is where the people are, so let's be there for the Lord." Today's episode is a Q&A where we answer your questions about creating an online ministry, how to create content, how to grow and most of all, how to glorify and serve the Lord in it all. This is part one, meant to be an encouraging launching pad for your own passions or a sneak peek into what we do here. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How often do we read our Bibles and then forget this important step: Actually applying the truth we've read and living it out? This week on the podcast, join Tara for a practical and challenging talk about how to apply and live Scripture the way GOD intended. If you're longing to understand how to take what you've read in the Bible, understand it and apply it to your life, this episode is for you. May this truth talk excite and equip you with the knowledge to live out the truth! CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The gospel and good news is at the very core of who we are as Christians. But how often do we forget what it TRULY means for us? How often do we forget to live it out and remember it in our daily lives? Join Tara as she breaks down what the gospel of Jesus Christ truly is, shares the necessity of remembering it every day and why it's a big deal. Listen in for some tangible ways to keep the gospel at the center of your faith and accept this good news if you haven't already. How to accept Jesus here! CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tara never expected that God would call her to start a blog, YouTube channel and Christian women's ministry online in 2018. Tune into this episode to learn how God showed Himself to be "immeasurably more" than she thought and grew a platform for His glory and young women's encouragement! Let's look at where it began, how it's grown and the exciting things God has in store for this ministry and podcast. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Having hope is sometimes easier said than done, right? This week on the podcast, we're chatting all about hope, what it is and what it isn't. Tune in to learn what God defines hope as, how we can live it out in our lives no matter our circumstances and so much more. Join the community on Instagram! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get to know Tara, your new online bff and encourager, as she shares a personal look into who she is, what she does, her prayer for this podcast and what to get excited about moving forward. CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Truth Talks with Tara is a podcast dedicated to helping you know, love and live God's Word in your own life. Every Tuesday, we'll dive deep into God's Word together. We'll learn the life giving truths of Scripture and let God's work speak for itself... because His TRUTH TALKS and changes hearts! We'll talk about how we're called to live, challenging topics and grow in faith together. My prayer is that this podcast would encourage and equip your heart. May we leave this here more in love with God and stronger in our relationship with Him. Let's be women who love His truth, live His truth and spread His truth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices