Episode 96

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6th Oct 2025

Anchor Points: Slow Down Before You Crack. When Rushing Ahead Costs You More Than Time.

We call it “being productive.” But what if rushing through the list is actually slowing down what God’s trying to do in us?

In today’s Anchor Point, Devin shares how rushing through a project (like painting a basement) can end up costing us far more than time. What started as a "quick" paint job turned into cracked walls, peeled paint, and a gentle conviction. Sometimes, skipping steps isn’t just a bad habit, it’s disobedience.

Through a relatable story and the wisdom of Proverbs 24:27, Devin invites us to pause, prepare, and trust that God’s process is always better than our shortcuts.

In today’s Anchor Point, you’ll hear:

  • Why moving too fast often leads to cracks later
  • How “cutting corners” can actually be a spiritual issue
  • What Proverbs teaches us about preparation, patience, and obedience

Scripture (NIV):

Proverbs 24:27 – “Put your outdoor work in order and get your fields ready; after that, build your house.”

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INSIGHT OUT
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About your host

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Devin Almonte

Devin Almonte is a broadcaster, journalist, and podcaster dedicated to media-driven discipleship. As the host of InSight Out and Encouraging Star Stories, she challenges audiences to think deeply about faith, culture, and purpose, offering clarity for the mind, joy for the heart, and truth for the times.

A Colson Fellow and graduate of the World Journalism Institute, Devin has written for The Stream and other outlets, integrating theology, worldview, and storytelling to address today’s pressing issues.

With a diverse background in business, broadcasting, film, commercial work, and media production, she has worked with companies like QVC, HSN, and Macy’s Merchandising Group in media, journalism, and product development. Her experience in storytelling, faith-based media, and on-screen work enables her to engage audiences in a way that is both thought-provoking and deeply relatable, inspiring a Christ-centered life.

Devin is also the founder of InSight Out Media, a faith-based company committed to media-driven discipleship, equipping people to see the world through a biblical lens and live out their faith with confidence.