Secured, Not Rused
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Episode 8 – Secured, Not Rushed In Episode 8, Secured, Not Rushed, we are anchored in the book of James as we confront the pressure to compare, hurry, and strive outside of God’s timing. James reminds us that maturity is formed through perseverance, not speed. When we rush the process, we often interrupt the very work God is trying to complete. Being secured in who God has called us to be requires settling our hearts, refusing to measure our journey against someone else’s, and resisting the urge to self-sabotage through impatience or fear. This episode is an invitation to stand...
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About My Father's Business
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Episode 7 – About My Father’s Business In Episode 7, About My Father’s Business, we shift from fighting to dwell into learning how to remain steadfast, anchored, and unmoved while God works through us. James 5 reminds us, Remaining is not passive. It is endurance with purpose. It is staying faithful when the outcome isn’t immediate and contending when obedience costs something. Being about the Father’s business means choosing separation over conformity. We cannot carry heaven’s assignment while living by the world’s standards. Remaining requires holiness, patience, and...
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The Fight to Dwell
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Episode 6 – The Fight to Dwell In Episode 6, The Fight to Dwell, we’re confronting a reality we can’t ignore: dwelling in God’s presence doesn’t happen by accident. It takes intentionality. In a world full of noise, busyness, and constant pull, remaining in His presence is a daily fight. Distractions are not random. Scripture reminds us that the enemy prowls like a roaring lion, seeking to devour, and often his greatest weapon isn’t destruction, it’s distraction. If he can keep us busy, overwhelmed, or unfocused, he can keep us from abiding. Dwelling requires awareness and...
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Dwell Here - From Legalism to Living
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Episode 5 – Dwell Here: From Legalism to Living In Episode 5, Dwell Here, we’re diving into a truth many of us struggle with: faith isn’t meant to be a checklist. Too often, we focus on doing for God, checking boxes, earning favor, and measuring up, when God’s heart is for us to dwell with Him. Legalism weighs us down with guilt and shame. Grace lifts us up and invites us to live in His presence every day. Dwelling is not passive; it is intentional. It is choosing relationship over ritual. It is living in alignment with God’s presence, even when life is messy and imperfect. It...
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Submitted to Go
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Episode 4- Submitted to Go In Episode 4, Submitted to God, we’re diving into a truth many people confuse: surrender and submission are not the same. Surrender is letting go, but submission is leaning in, choosing alignment, choosing obedience, choosing God’s will even when it costs you your comfort. Surrender releases control. Submission releases you. Submission is not passive; it is intentional. It is an agreement. It is placing your “yes” in God’s hands with no backup plan, no escape route, no secret safety net. It’s not “God, I trust You… but just in case.” It’s “God,...
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You are In Surrender
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In Episode 3, You Are in Surrender, we’re leaning into a truth many of us resist: surrender isn’t weakness, it’s wisdom. It’s learning to trust God’s timing, even when that means stepping out of the spotlight, taking a step back, or taking a needed break. Surrender is staying in the room even when the attention shifts. It’s knowing that hidden seasons are holy seasons, and rest is not retreat, it’s alignment. You don’t lose anything in surrender; you gain clarity, strength, and peace. Stay positioned, stay obedient, stay surrendered. I love you always, With Joy, Diamond...
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BUILT TO BREAK
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Welcome back to Season 2 of the Pick Up The Phone Podcast! In Episode 2, we’re leaning into a truth many of us avoid: sometimes God allows us to be broken, not to destroy us, but to release what He placed inside of us. Just like a glow stick shines brightest after it’s cracked, we often shine the most when we embrace our weakness and let God’s strength take over. This episode is about understanding that being “built to break” isn’t a flaw… it’s part of your design. Your limitations don’t disqualify you; they make space for God’s power to be made perfect in...
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Go
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Episode 1: Go Welcome to Season 2 of the Pick Up The Phone Podcast! In this episode, we’re talking about taking the step to go, to move in obedience to what God has called you to do. It’s time to step out of comfort and into calling. This season is about action, about answering the call to make disciples, to impact lives, and to walk boldly in faith. “Go” isn’t just a command; it’s an invitation. God isn’t asking for perfection, He’s asking for participation. He’s already equipped you with everything you need for the journey ahead. All He needs is your yes. Trust that...
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Becoming
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Episode 15: Becoming Welcome to Pick Up The Phone Podcast! In this episode, we’re talking about embracing the process of becoming—becoming who God has called you to be in every area of your life. This isn’t about perfection, but about progress, growth, and surrender. Everything from Season 1 has been preparing us for this moment—every lesson, every prayer, every challenge. It’s time to walk boldly into your calling, not in your own strength, but by His grace alone. Becoming isn’t about striving—it’s about allowing God to shape you, refine you, and use your story for His glory....
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Prayer Isn’t That Deep... But It Changes Everything
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Episode 14: Prayer Isn’t That Deep... But It Changes Everything Prayer isn’t complicated—but it’s far from meaningless. In this episode, we’re breaking down the idea that talking to God has to be deep, dramatic, or perfect to be powerful. It’s not about fancy words; it’s about real connection. Sometimes we overthink it, waiting for the “right” moment or the “right” words—but what if prayer is simply starting a conversation and being honest with your Father? Because when we stop performing and start connecting, prayer becomes a lifeline, not a task. If you’ve ever...
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In Episode 4, Submitted to God, we’re diving into a truth many people confuse: surrender and submission are not the same. Surrender is letting go, but submission is leaning in, choosing alignment, choosing obedience, choosing God’s will even when it costs you your comfort.
Surrender releases control.
Submission releases you.
Submission is not passive; it is intentional. It is an agreement. It is placing your “yes” in God’s hands with no backup plan, no escape route, no secret safety net. It’s not “God, I trust You… but just in case.” It’s “God, I’m Yours, fully.”
True submission shows up in your decisions, your relationships, your finances, your identity, and your purpose. It’s consistency when you feel inconsistent. It’s obedience when you don’t understand. It’s staying committed when convenience fades.
This episode challenges you to examine where you’ve surrendered halfway, but not submitted fully, and invites you into a deeper, freer, stronger walk with God.
No plan B.
Just Him.
I love you always,
With Joy — Diamond Denise
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