Divine Connections

As Christians how are we supposed to relate to unbelievers? All of us have family, friends and co-workers who don't ‘yet' know Jesus. What's God's purpose for us in their lives? This week we're talking about how to shine as lights ‘among' the not yet redeemed.

How do you relate to others in the Body of Christ? Our word for this episode is alongside. As believers we have the privilege and responsibility to walk alongside one another in love. Sharing our gifts,  bearing each other's burdens and caring for the needs of others in the Family of God. Listen in as I share how I've seen this working in the life of some people I love. . .

“You can choose your friends, but not your family.”  What word comes to mind when you think of your family? Those people you didn't choose and who didn't choose you, unless of course you were adopted. Whatever word first comes to mind for you  ~ OUR word in this episode about family is FROM. You are, for better or for worse, FROM your family.

Let's distill your parenting down to one word. We have to choose the word that best describes your relationship with your children and also incorporates your accountability before God as a parent. What's the one word that defines your relationship with your children? Over, you are over your children. You have a God ordained role of leadership in their lives. In fact, parenting is leadership wrapped in love. Let's talk about what that means for you and your children.

What word defines your relationship with your husband? Years ago a friend's husband identified in just one word the thing he'd sometimes felt was missing and I've never forgotten what he said. He said sometimes he'd felt she wasn't with him. One short word holding incredible potential for a deeply satisfying marriage. Listen in. . . 

For the next seven episodes we'll be talking about relationships. The 7 relationships that are common to most of us as Christian women. God designed us for relationship with Himself and with others, but sometimes we find those relationships perplexing and honestly, a little bit difficult to navigate. But God helps us by revealing His design for our relationships. It's in understanding His design that we find clarity and comfort as we relate to an ever widening circle of others in our life. Today we'll begin with your relationship with God. Listen in. . .

In today's episode we encounter king Hezekiah getting what most of us would think of as the worst possible news. God has sent the prophet Isaiah to the king with a message,  “Set your house in order for you shall die and not live.”   What would you do? How would you respond? Is there even a right response to that kind of news? Should king Hezekiah have had a different response than the one he did have? There's no way to know for certain, but there are clues.  And the clues provide a trail of breadcrumbs that lead us to three important questions we have to answer if we want to gain an eternal perspective when confronted with incredibly bad news. Listen in. . . 

Testings and trials often follow our victories. That proved true for Elijah. But Elijah's experience reminds us it's entirely possible to be on top of the mountain one moment and running scared the next. Today we're looking at how a prayer, a Contest or Challenge and a female bully all led Elijah to his lowest of low points. But there's a great lesson for us in his darkest moments. Listen in. . .

How do you know if you have the RIGHT PERSPECTIVE about your life on any given day? We live so close to our own life, we're inside the edges of it and so we never see the whole at any one moment. Just the parts that are in focus from the point where we find ourselves in the here and now. And you can be certain of this, wherever you are right now, you don't have enough distance from the whole of your life to see it with real objectivity and clarity. To see it the way God does.

To understand the importance of Easter you have to ask yourself what difference would it have made if Christ had not risen from the dead? In this episode, the last in a series of three all designed for parents to listen to with their children, we look at what Easter means for all mankind.

What would you have done if you'd have been one of the thousands of people watching as Jesus arrived in the ancient city of Jerusalem riding on a young donkey? In today's episode we'll explore Palm Sunday. What it is, the people who were there on that day and why Palm Sunday is the perfect day to ask ourselves a very important question. This is the second in an Easter series for parents & kids. Get a snack, pile onto the couch and listen in. . .

Did you know Christmas and Easter are both Holidays about the same person? One is about His birthday and the other is about His big victory over the greatest villain ever. And both are super important to you and me. I'm Kelly J Grace and you're listening to Divine Connections, a podcast about connecting the truth you believe to the life you really live. Today is special because it's the first of 3 episodes created especially for you to listen to with your kids. Grab some snacks, round up the kids and listen in. . .

On the podcast today we're continuing to explore some of the ways our spiritual experiences echo our earthly ones. I came across a middle eastern proverb that says, “By bread and salt we are united.” When I read that I remembered the words of Jesus , I stand at the door and knock; if any hear my voice and open the door, I will come into their house and eat with them, and they will eat with me. Today we're talking about Dinnertime with Jesus.

Coming Home. At its very best it's a feeling of deep wellbeing, of belonging, of acceptance. An experience of safety and the warm companionship of those who love us and whom we love most. A sense of rightness and wholeness, of contentment and peace, and of profound relief and joy in simply being there.  On this podcast we talk about connecting divine truth to everyday life, but the one truth that makes that possible is the truth that Jesus opened for us personal access to God and a way for us to come home to Him.Listen in. . .

A shortcut to frustration in your Christian life is to confuse your part with God's part. When you get this wrong you'll constantly struggle to do better by trying harder. Getting stuck in Performance Mode is not what Jesus wants for you.Today I'm sharing the secret sauce, the most transforming truth I've found for having self-control over my thoughts, my words and my time. This is episode #20  Listen in. . .

I wish I could say that as believers we don't struggle with the same problems and issues as those who don't know God, But sadly we often do. One of those issues is self-control. This topic has been on my mind lately and I've come to the conclusion that maybe we've forgotten a basic truth of our faith and that's why so many of us struggle with self-control. What if self-control isn't about trying harder? This is Episode #19, Finding All The Self-Control You Need. Listen in. . .

Have you ever considered that your marriage has eternal importance? God designed marriage to give us the deep interpersonal connection we need and as a setting for raising families. Throughout all time God has moved His plans and purposes forward by allowing regular people to play a part in them. From Abraham and Sarah to Mary and Joseph, God has shown over and over that our marriages have a scope wider than just our own happiness. Listen in as we discuss how to make your marriage meaningful in terms of eternal things.

Marriage offers us access to a lifetime of companionship, friendship and fun. But sometimes work and family responsibilities pile up and we stagger under the crammed calendar and frantic weekend obligations. It seems like planning time together is just too hard and you're both out of ideas of anything fun to do together. Today I've got a solution for you. Listen in. . .

It doesn't take long to discover that marriage requires some effort. The two of you both come into it with expectations. Lots of those expectations are not on the conscious level until they're not met. Then they break the surface like breaching whales and make a big splash. Today is the first of three short, but I trust, helpful episodes on Marriage. We'll begin with the basics of how to make your marriage work for both of you. Listen in. . .

You're a new creation in Christ. You're on your own unique journey through this life. You're simply passing through on your way to heaven. No wonder you sometimes feel lost and out of place here. God has sent help! The indwelling Holy Spirit Who is your Comforter, Helper, and Guide and the word of God will give you light and life as you move ever closer to home.

How do you see yourself, how do you think about yourself? There are so many voices telling you who you are as a woman. And in the realm of faith they often don't simply tell, they dictate. The noise is deafening and the counsel is confusing. Why not let the one Who made you answer the question for you? Listen in...

Finding hope again after your life takes an unwelcome turn can be a challenge. It's easy to lose our equilibrium when our plans get disrupted and the doors of opportunity swing shut. But in Christ, there is always HOPE and should write it in all caps.

Jesus called Him Another Comforter, the Helper, the Promise of the Father and the Spirit of Truth. He promised that we'd receive power once we were baptized with the Holy Spirit and we'd become effective witnesses for Him because of the leading and working of the Holy Spirit within us. In this episode I'm sharing truth you need to know to be an effective Christian wife, mother and every other role you have in life. Today we're talking about our connection to the dynamic power available to us through our relationship with the Holy Spirit.

Did you know the way you live your life now will influence what your life is like for all eternity? In fact Jesus taught that we should lay up treasure in heaven. In this episode we'll explore what that is and how to do it.

It seems that anxiety and worry always get worse at night. We turn and toss and keep rehearsing all the things that can possibly go wrong. Our defenses are down and our energy is at a low ebb leaving us unable to break the cycle. Well God has a better plan for us in the night hours. In this episode I'm sharing three steps you can take to overcome worry and anxiety, find blissful peace and finally get some rest.

Not every moment we spend with our kids has the same potential for spiritual impact, but wise parents find ways to create teachable moments with their children. Right now you have an incredible opportunity to do just that! Listen in and discover how you can reclaim the Holidays and make them Holy Days for your whole family.

How is it that something we're designed for can be so tricky to navigate? In this episode we'll look at a few of the most common conflicts couples encounter in their sex life and how God's word shows us how we can resolve those conflicts and experience more of the intimacy and satisfaction God intended for us.

Has a certain sin got a grip on you? Maybe anger, laziness, pride, or you can't seem to tame your tongue? Listen in and learn how to kick that sin to the curb in 3 simple steps.

God has given Christian parents a special responsibility and a special opportunity to introduce their children to Him. He's given us a Blueprint for the process and the sooner we begin the better. Listen in and discover inspiration and instruction for implementing an easy and effective way of capturing your child's heart and mind for God.

What do you do when you finally figure out that you can't change your spouse? I've got a great suggestion for you that can give you peace in the middle of a conflict and help you grow while you wait for God to work it all out.

Do you understand God? At a crucial point in my Christian life, I didn't. That failure on my part let doubt and discouragement get the upper hand and push me over the edge into impulsiveness and bold but reckless action. And because trials often make us doubt God we'll explore how we can turn them to our advantage as we seek to follow Jesus. Check out my new website: https://kellyjgrace.com/

In this episode you'll learn how to build up your faith so that you'll be prepared to handle anything and everything that shows up on the doorstep of your life. Ready to jumpstart your faith and reignite your worship? Listen in.   25 Tips to a Better Marriage: https://kellyjgrace.com/freebie

Do you really want a close intimate relationship with God, but you're afraid to be real and transparent before Him? Let's lean in to a lesson from David, the man the Bible calls, 'a man after God's own heart' and see what he can teach us about being up close and personal with God.   25 Powerful Tips to a Better Marriage: https://kellyjgrace.com/freebie

Designed for you, a Christian women who wants to create a life of vibrant faith and limitless joy. Join us as we explore together how to connect divine truth to daily life. You'll discover the inspiration and power you need to feed your soul and thrive in any circumstance that shows up in your day. Explore our website: https://kellyjgrace.com/ Get my 25 Powerful Tips to a Better Marriage: https://kellyjgrace.com/freebie  

Divine Connections takes an action-oriented, comprehensive approach to the major relationships that make up our lives: personal faith, marriage, parenting and friendships. The goal is to help you connect the truth you believe to the life you really live, so you can experience all the blessings, joy and purpose God has for you. Join us and discover the wisdom and power God offers you. It's His promise and gift to you.