Hey friends! Welcome back to another episode of Anchored by the Sword!

I am so excited to reshare this conversation with you because not only is my guest, Destiny Tackett, someone I've gotten to know through my frequent (okay, almost daily!) coffee shop visits, but she is also one of our featured speakers at this year's Anchored in His Promises Women's Workshop on November 14th!

Destiny may be only 24 years old, but don't let her age fool you. This young woman has walked through some incredibly difficult circumstances, and her story is such a beautiful reminder that God doesn't wait until we have everything figured out before He begins working in our lives.

Growing up in a home filled with chaos, absent parents, abuse, and trauma, Destiny learned early on what it meant to experience brokenness. Like so many of us, she found ways to cope with the pain rather than face it. But even in the middle of unhealthy choices, unanswered questions, and deep wounds, God was pursuing her heart.

And isn't that just like Him?

During her senior year of high school, Destiny began feeling the Lord calling her into ministry. The interesting part? Her life didn't exactly look like what people expected from someone pursuing ministry. But God wasn't looking at where she was. He knew where He was taking her!

Throughout our conversation, Destiny shares how attending Malone University became a turning point in her journey. It wasn't just about earning a ministry degree. It was about allowing God to uncover the wounds she had buried, learning to receive healing, and discovering what it truly means to be His daughter.

We talk about the importance of vulnerability, the courage it takes to pursue healing, and how God can use even the most painful parts of our stories to encourage someone else.

One of my favorite parts of this conversation is hearing Destiny's heart for those who are still struggling. We talk about prodigals, the importance of planting seeds of faith, and remembering that we may not always be the person God uses to water those seeds, but that doesn't mean He isn't working!

We also have an honest conversation about grief, tragedy, and the heaviness of the world around us. Destiny reminds us that following Jesus doesn't mean we won't experience hardship. It means we have a Savior who has already overcome the world!

And friends, that brings me to something else I'm incredibly excited about!

Destiny will be joining us as one of our featured speakers at Anchored in His Promises!

Her message, "He Finishes What He Starts," is rooted in Philippians 1:6 and the beautiful promise that the God who began a good work in us will carry it through to completion.

After hearing Destiny's story, I cannot wait for you to hear what God has placed on her heart to share at the workshop. Her testimony reminds us that our past doesn't disqualify us, healing is a journey, and God is faithful to continue the work He has begun, even when we can't see the progress ourselves.

Bio:

Destiny Tackett is a young Christian in her twenties who is learning to walk out ministry and discipleship in the rhythms of everyday life. With a heart marked by vulnerability, Destiny is committed to embracing healing from past traumas and sorrows while inviting others to experience God’s nearness in their own stories.

Through her journey, Destiny has discovered a profound truth: the Lord has been present in every step, even in the moments when His hand felt hidden. Her life reflects a growing trust in a God who is unfailingly good, deeply loving, and righteous in all His ways. Destiny’s hope is to point others toward that same faithful God as she continues to grow, serve, and walk in obedience to His call.

Anchor Verses:

John 16:33

2 Corinthians 5:16–20

Philippians 1:6

Connect with Destiny:

FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/1D1pZzGdVy/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Learn More and Register for the Anchored in His Promises Workshop: https://www.anchoredbythesword.org/event-list

Have you ever felt like you missed your opportunity? Like you're too old, too late, or maybe you've heard "no" so many times that you've started believing it yourself?

Well, friends, this episode is for YOU!

I'm so excited to kick off a special four-week series featuring the incredible women who will be speaking at our second annual Anchored in His Promises Women's Workshop on November 14th!

And I couldn't think of a better person to start with than DeLores Pressley!

DeLores is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, and founder of She Elevates, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering girls to become confident women who can change the world.

Her story is absolutely incredible! From being told as a little girl that she was too big to take ballet, to starting one of Ohio's first plus-size modeling agencies, appearing on The Oprah Winfrey Show, and eventually taking ballet lessons at 60 years old, DeLores has spent her life refusing to allow rejection to define her future.

But what I loved most about our conversation wasn't all the incredible things she's accomplished. It was hearing about her heart for God, her obedience to His calling, and her desire to help other women and girls discover their worth and purpose.

We also shared a deeply personal moment when DeLores opened up about her journey through infertility and endometriosis. Neither of us knew beforehand that this was a part of both of our stories. And you guys, that moment touched my heart in such a special way.

We talked about overcoming rejection, the importance of speaking life over ourselves, learning to trust God's timing, and understanding that His purpose for our lives doesn't come with an expiration date. We also discussed the incredible work DeLores is doing through She Elevates and why she felt led to say YES to speaking at Anchored in His Promises.

Remember, your dreams don't have an expiration date, and God is faithful to fulfill His purpose for your life!

Bio:

Dr. DeLores Pressley, Minister, Keynote and International Speaker is dedicated to helping people live a marvelous life of purpose. She is the CEO of DeLores Pressley Worldwide and Founder and Executive Director of She Elevates™ a non-profit organization created to empower young girls to become confident leaders, entrepreneurs and CEOs.

As a former elementary school teacher and a pioneer of the plus size fashion and modeling industry, DeLores has inspired and helped thousands to leverage their leadership voice, be confident, activate dormant personal power and take massive actions. Her writing skills are notable, as she has published many articles on inspiration, confidence and empowerment. She is the author of Clean Out the Closets of Your Life, Believe in the Power of You and Empower. DeLores recently released her new children’s book series starting with Deonna Dares to Dance.

Her story has been touted in Speaker, Glamour, Washington Post, Black Enterprise, Inside Business, Essence, Ebony and Marie Claire magazines. She is a frequent media guest. DeLores is the Host of her TV Show; A Purposeful Life. She been interviewed on every major network including Entertainment Tonight and OPRAH.

Anchor Verses:

Deuteronomy 31:8

Matthew 19:26

Come hear DeLores in person!

DeLores will be sharing the message "He Will Fulfill His Purpose for You" at our second annual Anchored in His Promises Women's Workshop!

Saturday, November 14, 2026
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
The One Center for Leadership | Canton, Ohio

General Admission: $25
VIP Admission: $50 — includes a special luncheon with the speakers.

Learn more and register at anchoredbythesword.org.

Connect with DeLores:

She Elevates: https://sheelevates.org
Website: https://delorespressley.com
Email: dp@delorespressley.com

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What does perseverance actually look like when you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or honestly just ready to quit?

In this episode, I sit down with my friend, Kaitlin Chappell Rogers, author of She Just Won’t Quit: Embracing the Practice of Everyday Perseverance, for an incredibly honest conversation about faith, freedom, mental health, burnout, motherhood, calling, and what it really means to keep going.

Kaitlin shares her journey from trying to be “good enough” for God to understanding that Jesus is our righteousness and freedom isn’t something we earn.

We also talk very openly about her battles with depression and anxiety, therapy, medication, asking for help, and why perseverance does not mean pulling yourself up by your bootstraps and handling everything alone.

Sometimes perseverance looks much smaller.

Getting out of bed.

Calling someone you trust.

Opening your Bible for five minutes.

Taking the next right step.

Kaitlin also reminds us that nobody is actually doing it all, no matter what social media makes it look like. God created us with limitations so we would depend on Him—and He gives us what we need for today.

You do not have to have a big, loud life to make an impact.

Stay where God has called you. Take the next step. And don’t quit.

Bio:

Kaitlin Chappell Rogers is a former broadcast news reporter and NASA social media specialist who now hosts “The Comeback Couch Podcast,” diving into the stories of those who have faced major setbacks and experienced comebacks. Kaitlin is a proud wife and mom to three little boys. She is on staff with Proverbs 31 Ministries as a social media coordinator and discusses her faith as a monthly guest on WAFF 48 News Tennessee Valley Living in a segment called "Candid with Kaitlin." She has contributed to “Her View from Home” and other digital outlets and is a dynamic speaker at women's events and conferences. She is passionate about seeing women live freely in the love of God.

Anchor Verses:

Revelation 12:11

Romans 8:28

Connect with Kaitlin:

Website: https://www.kaitlinchappellrogers.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlinchappellrogers/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/kaitlinchappellrogers

**If you are tired, burned out, comparing your life to someone else’s, or wondering if you have what it takes to keep going, this conversation is for you. And if this episode encourages you, please rate, review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that they are not alone.**

***Anchored in His Promises Women’s Workshop — November 14, 2026

Join us for a powerful day of worship, encouragement, connection, and truth as we remind our hearts that God is faithful to every promise He makes. Anchored in His Promises is happening Saturday, November 14, from 9:00 AM–3:30 PM, featuring incredible speakers, practical teaching, and time to dig deeper into what it means to hold onto God’s promises no matter what season you are in.

Learn more and grab your ticket at Anchored in His Promises Women's Workshop