Faith To Conquer Fear

In this series, "Faith Barriers," I will talk about those situations and circumstances in life that act as barriers to our faith.  Each segment will discuss a different potential barrier and what God’s word says about how we should manage those barriers.  This week’s segment is “grief.”

In this series, "Faith Barriers," I will talk about those situations and circumstances in life that act as barriers to our faith.  Each segment will discuss a different potential barrier and what God’s word says about how we should manage those barriers.  This week’s segment is “tragedy.”

In this short series titled “Faith Barriers," I will talk about situations and circumstances in life that act as barriers to our faith.  Each segment will discuss a different potential barrier and what God’s word says about how we should manage those barriers.

In this short series called "Faith Barriers," I will talk about those situations and circumstances in life that act as barriers to our faith.  Each segment will discuss a different potential barrier and what God’s word says about how we should manage those barriers to increase our faith.

Welcome to the new audio blog series by Christy Demetrakis, The Empowered Speaker.  Each audio blog is less than 5 minutes and will complement Christy's written blogs which can be found at http://empoweredspeaker.com/blog/.  

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Kathy Brunner for "Is it time for a Career Change?"Tuesday,March 29 at 6:30 pm EST. About Kathy Brunner: Kathy Brunner is a certified career coach and  the owner of LAST BRAND STANDING©,a company dedicated to helping people develop their dream career as an entrepreneur or an“encorepreneur”(people leaving one career and looking to start a new career as a business owner). Her mission is to inspire, encourage and equip individuals to discover and develop their passion and to create a viable career from it. Kathy is the perfect career coach for you to work with if you answer yes to any of the following questions. Are you burned out in your current job, desperately needing some change?Do you need to create another revenue stream?Have you been thinking about starting your own business? Have a great idea but don’t know if you can really make money from it?Do you want more control of your time and the money you make?Do you have a hobby that you would love to be able t

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Dr. Barry Nadel for "The Science of Faith" Tuesday, March 15 at 6:30 pm EST. About Dr. Barry Nadel: Dr. Barry Nadel is an author, agricultural consultant, and expert in plant genetics, plant breeding, physiologists, domestication, propagation, plant tissue culture, and the commercial production of Medicinal. He is the author of the Hoshiyan Chronicles which is made up of 4 books that we will discuss today.  Dr. Nadel has an extensive background and you can find out more about him on his website www.drbnadel.com. 

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Maxwell Ivey for "Out of Darkness" Tuesday, March 1st at 6:30 pm EST. About Maxwell Ivey : Maxwell started blogging to promote that site and met a lot of wonderful people in the blogosphere. They told him he had an amazing story and many commented on how he inspired them.  So, he started this second blog called justask@theblindblogger.net and in it he shares more of his personal journey, struggles, and triumphs. Maxwell lost over 250 pounds through a combination of gastric surgery, diet, exercise, positive attitude, meditation, and prayer.  He also got noticed by a lot of people and has appeared as a guest, an interview subject, and a motivator on many different sites. Maxwell offers coaching to help people who are stuck and frustrated with not being able to find their passion or follow their dreams once they have determined what they want in their lives.  He is also available to speak to groups.

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Jamie Broderick for "From Untapped potential to Inspiring leader" Tuesday, February 16th at 6:30 pm EST.   About Jamie Broderick : Jamie Broderick, the founder of Network Now®, has a love of teaching, a sense of fun and a passion to help women succeed. She has the uncanny ability to connect people together and provide just the right advice. Her 25 years of business experience as a CPA and even more years of party throwing provide this organization with a unique mix of talents. She gives you the confidence and motivation you need to get over the fear and move forward. She is extremely creative and knowledgeable and her enthusiasm and energy are contagious. She is never afraid to learn something new or take on a challenge and is referred to as Network Now®’s fearless leader.

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Kristie Notto for "How Tragedy Can Turn Into Triumph" Tuesday, February 2nd at 6:30 pm EST.   About Kristie Notto : Kristie Notto is the leader for Entrepreneur Activists, founder of AwesomeSauceMarketing.com and host of the Be Legendary Podcast, a show dedicated to sharing the stories of entrepreneurs who went from zero to hero and now are giving back. Her work is transforming the way leading experts share their message with her proven AWESOME system, a series of 7 strategies that every thought leader needs to build a tribe, incite a movement, and spark massive change. Facing cancer, abuse, and anxiety/depression were life-changing events, ones that prompted Kristie some soul-searching and a reevaluation of all that she held true. After reaching international success with her business, a string of devastating events left her nearly broken. But then a miracle in her life changed everything. God healed her of early stage cancer. From that moment on, instead of

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Christie Musso Bruce for "Hope Knows your Name" Tuesday,January 19 at 6:30 pm EST. About Christie Musso Bruce: Christie Musso Bruce was labeled a “loser” as a child;a survivor of emotional,sexual and physical abuse,which caused her to struggle with low self-worth.She has fought rejection,shame,guilt and the nagging tendency to fight off depression and anxiety.But by the Grace of God,Christie also adds the title of “over-comer” to her list of life experiences.Every circumstance has taught her to trust and believe in the goodness of God,the freedom found in forgiveness and in the transforming power of God’s Word.Christie is a gifted communicator,who will touch your heart with her authentic style,and certainly will make you laugh.She will renew your hope and inspire you with her passion and insight into God’s Word.   As an author,God has used Christie's book,Hope Knows Your Name,to impact thousands of people around the world. Her ministry is built on the promise

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Lisa Condie for "Joy Lies on the Other Side of Fear" Tuesday, January 5th at 6:30 pm EST. About Lisa Condie: Lisa Condie is a featured contributor to both the Huffington Post and TUT.com.  In 2014, she was named one of Huffington Post's '50 Over 50', and featured on the Today Show.  Lisa went to Italy on vacation in 2012. On her last day there, she made the decision of a lifetime to move to Florence! She wrote about her adventures of life in Italy and, as her readership grew, women started writing to her. They were asking Lisa to show them around Tuscany. Interested in her story, they also wanted to discover their own inner strength and courage. To answer that request, Lisa co-founded A Better Way to Italy, and recently founded, Find Yourself in Tuscany. Lisa Condie is a native of Salt Lake City, Utah, now living in Florence, Italy. While raising two children, she enjoyed a career in the fitness industry that spanned thirty-two years. She was an instructor, pe

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Pastor Bill Jenkins for "Your Prophetic Vision for 2016" Tuesday, December 22nd at 6:30 pm EST. About Pastor Bill Jenkins: Pastor Bill Jenkins is the founder and senior pastor of the church of acts as well as a television and radio host. Rapidly becoming known as an apostle of God with a prophetic voice, he works to release a message of hope in our world. With deep spiritual revelation and insight from God's word, Pastor Bill takes the toughest passages of scripture and explains them in a practical and interesting way. He is the “go-to-guy" when it comes to understanding the biblical numbers and their spiritual significance. A devoted husband and father, his passion is for others to become successful as they apply the principles of Christ.  

Join host Christy Demetrakis and her special guest New York Times Bestselling Author and Transformational Speaker M. Bridget Cook-Burch for "FEAR:  Face Everything and Rise" Tuesday, December 8th at 6:30pm EST. About M. Bridget Cook-Burch: M. Bridget Cook-Burch (Bridget) is a New York Times Bestselling Author, a Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author & Transformational Speaker/Trainer and Human Potential Expert. Her books have been showcased on Oprah, Dateline, Good Morning America, Today Show, and in People Magazine, among others. As a single mother, she owned and operated several successful businesses throughout Utah and Colorado. Bridget’s most recent NYT and Wall Street Journal bestseller is called The Witness Wore Red: The 19th Wife That Brought Polygamous Cult Leaders to Justice.  Bridget also wrote Shattered Silence: The Untold Story of a Serial Killer’s Daughter, and Skinhead Confessions: From Hate to Hope.  Bridget rocks audiences around the world with powerful stories of transformation, cons

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Dré Cleveland for "Your Mental Game Plan for Success" Tuesday, November 24th at 6:30pm EST. About Dre Cleveland: Today, Dré Cleveland, Your Personal P.O.W.E.R. Coach, is a prolific speaker and success coach, and the founder of the premiere success coaching and empowerment club for forward-thinking urban entreprenuers and professionals like US who are ready to authentically and consciously create their businesses and their lives so they can be, do, and have any and everything they desire, called The Power Players Club®.  Dré is the author of God Is a Woman: 7 Keys to Self-Love and Empowerment for Women(aka Kioni Carter) and The Power Players Guide to Playing Powerfully in the Game of Life, The Power Players Guide to Playing Powerfully in the Game of Life for Kids, and fiction title, Love and Payne. Her dedication to the true transformation of her clients and her community is what got her the nickname "The Butterfly Queen." Now with over 10 years in the field o

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Laura Barry for “Coach vs Critic, how our self-talk is a game changer!” Tuesday, November 10th at 6:30pm EST.    ABOUT LAURA: Laura L. Barry is a long time resident of Bucks County, PA and mother to 2 wonderful young men, Thomas and Eric.   She is a traveler in A Course In Miracles and both leads and participates in sessions at all levels.  As a life strategist, she guides others through fears and worry, helping to release patterns that no longer serve a purpose. Laura gently opens our eyes and hearts to see what tethers us to behaviors and thoughts we are ready to release. She also coaches executives, is a sought after speaker and she facilitates retreats for those healing from trauma, illness or the rigors of life. She’s a mom, runner, rower, interfaith minister and a funny woman.   Laura is mostly a student of life and thoroughly enjoys its classroom.  She does have more formal credentials, like a BS from St. Joseph's University, Phila., PA  and an MBA from

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Nihar Suthar for "Three lessons to accomplish any dream in the world !" Tuesday, October 27th  at 6:30pm EST.  ABOUT NIHAR: Nihar is an award-winning writer, covering inspirational stories around the world. Believe it or not, he stumbled upon writing completely by accident after moving to New York City for the very first time. While in the Big Apple, Nihar noticed that there were thousands of people missing out on the greatness of everyday life, due to the very fast paced lifestyles they lived. As a result of his observations, he had a big idea to inspire people around the globe by writing a book (which was strange, because he always hated reading books. Why would he ever write one?). With the support of his family and friends though, Nihar ended up debuting his first international book, Win No Matter What, with Balboa Press in June 2013.

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Daniel Amis for "3 Steps To Creating A Successful Relationship!"  Tuesday, October 13th  at 6:30pm EST.    ABOUT:  Daniel Amis is known as The Personal Relationship Trainer that works with individuals, companies, and couples on getting their relationships in better shape. He is also a Transformational Coach, Motivational Speaker, Author, and Certified, Professional Matchmaker. He has worked with many individuals over the years to create and get into the type of relationship they prefer and deserve. He offers many years of relationship advising- as well as live tele-classes and phone coaching.

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Mark Grimm for "Everyone Can Become A Dynamic Speaker: Yes, I Mean You!" Tuesday, September 29th  at 6:30pm EST.    About Mark Grimm Former TV news anchor Mark Grimm is a dazzling professional speaker, speaking coach, author, radio host and award-winning corporate trainer.  Mark has conducted one-on-one interviews with Presidents Bush and Clinton and was an adjunct media professor for 11 years. He has a master’s in Communications from Syracuse University and a bachelor’s in English from Siena.   Mark was chosen "Trainer of the Year" in a 20-county region by the Association for Talent Development and "Entrepreneur of the Year" by the Guilderland Chamber of Commerce. His book, Everyone Can Be A Dynamic Speaker: Yes, I Mean You! is his own personal story from nervous presenter to paid speaker.    

Join Christy Demetrakis and her special guest Wolfgang Wolf for  "I used to drive a BMW, now I get around in a wheelchair."  Tuesday, September 15th at  6:30pm EST.   About Wolfgang Wolf: Wolfgang Wolf was born in 1951 in Leipzig, GDR, he was taken by his parents to West Germany (FRG) at the age of 10 months because his father was sentenced to 18 years in Siberia for an alleged assassination attempt on the Russian dictator Joseph Stalin.                                                                      He grew up in a refugee camp near Stuttgart until 1957. Having studied Visual Communication, Semiotics and Communication Theory , Wolfgang went on to work in Advertising and Direct Marketing (first as graphic designer, later a copywriter).  In 1980 he emigrated to New Zealand, travelled up and down the country, photographed a lot, co-founded Ogilvy & Mather Direct, and was their Creative Director. He worked half a year in Los Angeles, USA, and founded his own agency in Auckland, New Zealand, in 1985