Live Only True Stories
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Biblically Grounded
Truths brought to life with fresh insights and real-world application
Research Informed
Cutting edge data on human design and behavior and cultural influences
Artful & Authentic
Excellent content, engaging delivery, and personal transparency
Signature Talks
Women
Live Only True Stories: The Courage to be Known, Whole, and Loved
Hidden stories about ourselves, others, and God sabotage the abundant life Jesus offers. But when women become courageous story investigators, keeping what's true and rewriting what's false, they can live known, whole, and loved.
Yet Will I Trust Him? Faith When God Seems Silent, Indifferent, or Worse
How do you trust God is good in the midst of suffering and He seems unresponsive and unconcerned. Or worse, to be the cause of the pain? Stephanie brings fresh insights from the Biblical accounts of Job, Joseph, and Jesus while sharing from her own journey. Women will see faith often asks, "Why," but doesn't stop there.
Girl, Get Your Boots: Moving Forward When Life Knocks You Down
Grit. Initiative. Relational loyalty. Three attributes modeled by Naomi and Ruth when they were knocked down--repeatedly. Women will discover these three traits move them from perspectives and places of insecurity to a position of godly confidence.
So That's Why! Discovering the Root of Our Best--and Worst--Behavior
"That's it!" results when women discover the question that's kept them stuck or struggling. "Aha!" follows when they see how this same question can also bring their gift to the world. As a Primal Question Certified Coach, Stephanie brings Mike Foster's transformative work to life through the lens of Scripture. Women will have breakthroughs in understanding themselves and others; hope and a path to change what isn't working; insight on turning their hardest struggle into their best contribution.
Parents
Change Generations: Be a Courageous Story Investigator
The stories parents tell themselves about God, others, and themselves will impact more of their parenting than anything else. Yet these stories are often hidden, silently eroding parents' best efforts. Attendees will discover the power of becoming a courageous story investigator, keeping what's true and rewriting what's false. They will be energized to see how they can change not only their family, but generations.
Pass Down the Faith: What Helps, What Hurts
The greatest hope of every Christian parent is to see their child decide to follow Christ. Yet this outcome cannot be guaranteed. Stephanie shares research and Biblical principles that show what helps and hurts in passing down the faith. Parents will leave with hope rooted in truth, not promises based on false formulas.
Strong-Willed Isn't the Problem: Five Keys to Maturity for Every Child
Maturity is when a person chooses what is good and right, whether they feel like it or not. This requires learning how to manage the appetites, emotions, and thoughts. Participants will be relieved and empowered to discover building a strong will rooted in spiritual transformation is the solution to raising all kids to maturity.
So That's Why! Discovering the Root of Our Best--and Worst--Behavior
"That makes so much sense!" will be parents' response as they see how seven questions have shaped their parenting--and are forming their kids. As a Primal Question Certified Coach, Stephanie brings Mike Foster's transformative work to life through the lens of Scripture. Parents will see where their good intentions may be backfiring and how to nurture strengths and protect vulnerabilities.
What people say
Stephanie Smith has an incredible gift for delivering God's word in a way that is relatable, relational, and real! Our community loved hearing from her. She was engaging and warm. She invited personal reflection and application, making her message one that sticks with listeners long after she finished speaking. I'd highly recommend Stephanie as a speaker for your next event. Bobbie S., President, INSPIRE
"All of your workshops received 5-star ratings!"
~ Four parenting sessions at a major homeschool conference.
"Stephanie has a heart for women and wants to help them live courageous and not fearful lives. She inspires confidence and shows how to rely on God's grace and apply His wisdom to life. Our ladies left the evening strengthened with a clear message, rooted in Scripture, and practical ways to use the information in their everyday life."
~ Elizabeth N., Women's Ministries Coordinator