Vikki sits down with Michelle Monte of Lifeline Children's Services to share a powerful conversation about open adoption, birth mother support, and answering God’s call. This episode explores the beauty, challenges, and lifelong impact of adoption—for children, families, and first mothers alike.

Vikki sits down with Michelle Monte of Lifeline Children's Services to share a powerful conversation about open adoption, birth mother support, and answering God&rsquo;s call. This episode explores the beauty, challenges, and lifelong impact of adoption&mdash;for children, families, and first mothers alike.

Dig Yourself Out of Life's Deepest Pits & Discover the Diamonds Hidden in the Process

Dig Yourself Out of Life's Deepest Pits &amp; Discover the Diamonds Hidden in the Process

Sit on that Stump in Muddy Bottom

Dig Yourself Out Of Life's Deepest Pits And Discover The Diamonds Hidden In The Process

Dig Yourself Out Of Life's Deepest Pits And Discover The Diamonds Hidden In The Process

Open Heart  Open Minds, The Life Line to Adoption

What does it really mean to finish well as a ministry leader?

On this episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom, Vikki Parker sits down with Robin Fuller, author of Finish Well and founder of Bloom Coaching, for an honest conversation about leadership, burnout, succession, identity, and the pressures ministry leaders often carry behind the scenes.

Robin spent more than two decades leading pregnancy centers and knows firsthand how easily a ministry can become intertwined with a leader’s identity. She shares her own journey through an unplanned pregnancy, abortion, grace, restoration, leadership burnout, coaching, and eventually learning how to prepare both herself and her organization for the day she would step away.

Vikki and Robin discuss why leaders need people outside their staff and board with whom they can be completely honest, the danger of believing everything depends on you, and why putting God and family ahead of ministry is essential for long-term health. Robin also explains how coaching helped transform her own leadership and why ministry leaders need intentional opportunities to withdraw, listen to God, evaluate their lives, and allow someone they trust to challenge them.

They also tackle one of the most difficult transitions in leadership: succession. How do you prepare the next generation? How do you separate your identity from your position? And can you release something you've poured years of your life into and trust God with what happens next?

Robin shares practical steps leaders can begin taking now—including making time for a personal retreat and finding a mentor, peer group, or coach who provides a safe place for honesty, accountability, and growth.

Whether you lead a pregnancy center, church, nonprofit, ministry, Sunday school class, or another organization, this conversation is an important reminder:

Your calling matters—but God never intended for you to carry it alone.

The goal isn't simply to start strong. It's to remain faithful through every season, prepare others to carry the mission forward, and one day be able to say with Paul:

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." — 2 Timothy 4:7

What does it really mean to finish well as a ministry leader?
On this episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom, Vikki Parker sits down with Robin Fuller, author of Finish Well and founder of Bloom Coaching, for an honest conversation about leadership, burnout, succession, identity, and the pressures ministry leaders often carry behind the scenes.
Robin spent more than two decades leading pregnancy centers and knows firsthand how easily a ministry can become intertwined with a leader&rsquo;s identity. She shares her own journey through an unplanned pregnancy, abortion, grace, restoration, leadership burnout, coaching, and eventually learning how to prepare both herself and her organization for the day she would step away.
Vikki and Robin discuss why leaders need people outside their staff and board with whom they can be completely honest, the danger of believing everything depends on you, and why putting God and family ahead of ministry is essential for long-term health. Robin also explains how coaching helped transform her own leadership and why ministry leaders need intentional opportunities to withdraw, listen to God, evaluate their lives, and allow someone they trust to challenge them.
They also tackle one of the most difficult transitions in leadership: succession. How do you prepare the next generation? How do you separate your identity from your position? And can you release something you've poured years of your life into and trust God with what happens next?
Robin shares practical steps leaders can begin taking now&mdash;including making time for a personal retreat and finding a mentor, peer group, or coach who provides a safe place for honesty, accountability, and growth.
Whether you lead a pregnancy center, church, nonprofit, ministry, Sunday school class, or another organization, this conversation is an important reminder:
Your calling matters&mdash;but God never intended for you to carry it alone.
The goal isn't simply to start strong. It's to remain faithful through every season, prepare others to carry the mission forward, and one day be able to say with Paul:
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." &mdash; 2 Timothy 4:7

How to Finish Well: Leadership, Burnout & Knowing When to Let Go | Robin Fuller

What happens when God completely transforms a life—and then uses that person’s darkest past to bring hope to others?

On this episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom, Vicki Parker sits down with Carol Everett, a former abortion clinic owner whose life took a dramatic turn after encountering Jesus Christ.

Carol shares her firsthand story of entering the abortion industry after having an abortion herself, eventually becoming deeply involved in the business side of abortion. She discusses the financial incentives she says drove the industry, the methods used to persuade women to choose abortion, and the physical, emotional, and spiritual consequences she witnessed during her years inside it.

But Carol’s story is ultimately about redemption.

She recounts the moment a Christian business counselor told her that God loved her and explained the Gospel to her. After putting her faith in Jesus, Carol began seeing the women entering her clinic differently. Within weeks, circumstances forced her out of the abortion business and began a completely new chapter of her life.

After a season of spiritual growth and healing, Carol began sharing her testimony, speaking to churches and pro-life organizations, testifying before the Texas legislature, and eventually helping pregnancy resource centers serve women and families.

Carol and Vicki also discuss why they believe abortion should be understood by Christians not merely as a political issue, but as a spiritual and Gospel issue—and why churches have an opportunity to minister to women and families facing unplanned pregnancies.

Carol will also be the featured speaker at Options Pregnancy Center’s Every Life Has a Story Vision Dinner, October 26–27.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that no past is beyond the reach of God’s grace. As Carol’s life demonstrates, God can redeem the very places that once brought destruction and use them to bring life and hope to others.

What happens when God completely transforms a life&mdash;and then uses that person&rsquo;s darkest past to bring hope to others?
On this episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom, Vicki Parker sits down with Carol Everett, a former abortion clinic owner whose life took a dramatic turn after encountering Jesus Christ.
Carol shares her firsthand story of entering the abortion industry after having an abortion herself, eventually becoming deeply involved in the business side of abortion. She discusses the financial incentives she says drove the industry, the methods used to persuade women to choose abortion, and the physical, emotional, and spiritual consequences she witnessed during her years inside it.
But Carol&rsquo;s story is ultimately about redemption.
She recounts the moment a Christian business counselor told her that God loved her and explained the Gospel to her. After putting her faith in Jesus, Carol began seeing the women entering her clinic differently. Within weeks, circumstances forced her out of the abortion business and began a completely new chapter of her life.
After a season of spiritual growth and healing, Carol began sharing her testimony, speaking to churches and pro-life organizations, testifying before the Texas legislature, and eventually helping pregnancy resource centers serve women and families.
Carol and Vicki also discuss why they believe abortion should be understood by Christians not merely as a political issue, but as a spiritual and Gospel issue&mdash;and why churches have an opportunity to minister to women and families facing unplanned pregnancies.
Carol will also be the featured speaker at Options Pregnancy Center&rsquo;s Every Life Has a Story Vision Dinner, October 26&ndash;27.
This conversation is a powerful reminder that no past is beyond the reach of God&rsquo;s grace. As Carol&rsquo;s life demonstrates, God can redeem the very places that once brought destruction and use them to bring life and hope to others.

From Abortion Clinic Owner to Pro-Life Advocate: Carol Everett’s Story of Redemption

What if heaven wasn’t something we only thought about at funerals—but a reality that shaped the way we live every single day?

On this episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom, Vicki Parker welcomes author Cindy Hamilton for a heartfelt conversation about her book, Walk Me Into Heaven: Getting Ready for the Adventure of My Forever Life.

Cindy shares the personal story behind the book, including how a battle with stage three breast cancer caused her to think more deeply about eternity and how a statement she heard decades ago inspired the title: wanting to walk so closely with the Lord in this life that, when death comes, you simply “keep right on walking” with Him.

Vikki and Cindy explore some of life’s biggest questions: What is heaven really like? How can we know we’re going there? Why should Christians think about eternity before the end of life? And how should the promise of heaven change our priorities, relationships, forgiveness, grief, and use of our time today?

They also discuss the importance of preparing both spiritually and practically for the end of this earthly life—from deepening our relationship with Jesus and resolving unfinished business to organizing important family and estate matters so those we love aren’t left carrying unnecessary burdens.

Along the way, Vikki shares deeply personal stories surrounding the deaths of her mother and husband, Charlie, and the peace she experienced in knowing that death does not have the final word for those who belong to Christ.

Most importantly, this conversation points listeners back to the Gospel. Heaven isn’t earned by being a good person, attending church, being baptized, or doing good deeds. Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” Eternal life begins with knowing and surrendering to Him.

If you’ve ever wondered what heaven will be like, struggled with the fear of death, grieved someone you love, or simply asked yourself, “Am I ready for eternity?”, this episode is for you.

Pull up a stump and join Vikki Parker and Cindy Hamilton for an encouraging, joyful, and hope-filled conversation about living today with eternity in view.

What if heaven wasn&rsquo;t something we only thought about at funerals&mdash;but a reality that shaped the way we live every single day?
On this episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom, Vicki Parker welcomes author Cindy Hamilton for a heartfelt conversation about her book, Walk Me Into Heaven: Getting Ready for the Adventure of My Forever Life.
Cindy shares the personal story behind the book, including how a battle with stage three breast cancer caused her to think more deeply about eternity and how a statement she heard decades ago inspired the title: wanting to walk so closely with the Lord in this life that, when death comes, you simply &ldquo;keep right on walking&rdquo; with Him.
Vikki and Cindy explore some of life&rsquo;s biggest questions: What is heaven really like? How can we know we&rsquo;re going there? Why should Christians think about eternity before the end of life? And how should the promise of heaven change our priorities, relationships, forgiveness, grief, and use of our time today?
They also discuss the importance of preparing both spiritually and practically for the end of this earthly life&mdash;from deepening our relationship with Jesus and resolving unfinished business to organizing important family and estate matters so those we love aren&rsquo;t left carrying unnecessary burdens.
Along the way, Vikki shares deeply personal stories surrounding the deaths of her mother and husband, Charlie, and the peace she experienced in knowing that death does not have the final word for those who belong to Christ.
Most importantly, this conversation points listeners back to the Gospel. Heaven isn&rsquo;t earned by being a good person, attending church, being baptized, or doing good deeds. Jesus said, &ldquo;I am the way, the truth, and the life.&rdquo; Eternal life begins with knowing and surrendering to Him.
If you&rsquo;ve ever wondered what heaven will be like, struggled with the fear of death, grieved someone you love, or simply asked yourself, &ldquo;Am I ready for eternity?&rdquo;, this episode is for you.
Pull up a stump and join Vikki Parker and Cindy Hamilton for an encouraging, joyful, and hope-filled conversation about living today with eternity in view.

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