Ignite Podcast

Welcome to the Ignite Podcast. In today's episode Kaitlyn, Community Center Director, and Kennon, Community Center friend, discuss the topic of greed from a Biblical perspective. According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, greed is: "A selfish & excessive desire for more of something than is needed." Kaitlyn shares about a YouTube video made by Sam Pepper that demonstrated how those with little are actually more generous than those that have more. Kennon shares of his experience being homeless & how he's seen greed in others that are unwilling to extend a helping hand to him. He shares, "I'm happier not having a lot of money. God gave me enough - He's more than enough." Verses mentioned include: Life is not measured by how much you own. -Luke 12:15 Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income. This too is meaningless. -Ecclesiastes 5:10 Whoever is greedy for unjust gain troubles his own household, but he who hates bribes will live. -Proverbs 15:27 Those who trust in their riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf. -Proverbs 11:28 Questions to consider: What's driving you to succeed? What's motivating you? ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins And the C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

Join Kaitlyn and Community Center friend, Kennon, as they discuss their experiences with growing in their faith. Verses in today's episode include: Ezekiel 36:26 - I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. Romans 12:2 - Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. Philippians 1:6 - Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Psalms 139:23-24 - Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Jeremiah 32:38-40 - They will be my people, and I will be their God. I will give them singleness of heart and action, so that they will always fear me and that all will then go well for them and for their children after them. I will make an everlasting covenant with them: I will never stop doing good to them, and I will inspire them to fear me, so that they will never turn away from me. The two most powerful ways we can grow in our faith include reading the Bible and praying. Kennon talks on 5 additional ways to promote spiritual transformation in our lives: 1. Turning from things that are not of God 2. Tithing 3. Seeking new experiences 4. Looking ahead rather than focusing on the past 5. Forgiving others and ourselves ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins And the C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn welcomes Community Center friend, Kennon, to the podcast. Kennon shares about God's faithfulness and love for us. Even when we're going through difficult times, Christ is still with us and loves us more than we'll ever know. Verse: "Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love Him." -James 1:12 ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins And the C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

Curious about what this episode was about? That's exactly Kaitlyn and Heather are discussing today! But first, they check up on the commitments that they made in the previous episode. Curiosity- The urge you feel to know more about something (vocabulary.com) Some questions to consider: -Be curious about why you feel the way you do, especially when trying something new -Be curious about the daily habits/routines that you have -Be curious about why you act the way you do (what/who are your influences?) Verse: "It is the glory of God to conceal things, but the glory of kings is to search things out." -Proverbs 25:2 From a place of loving ourselves as God loves us and loving others as we love God, staying curious will keep life interesting! ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins And the C for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of god is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss what committing to something means. Do you find it difficult to stick to something once you begin? Learn tips to help keep you motivated including finding a goal-oriented community, writing down your goals and scheduling rewards for yourself along the way. Verse: "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your ways." -Proverbs 16:3 Check it Out: Follow the link for a complete list of 15 ways to commit to your goals. https://thriveglobal.com/stories/how-to-stay-committed-new-goal-habit-change-tips/ ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for your sins And the C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss the difference between talents and spiritual gifts. A spiritual gift is a special divine empowerment given to each believer by the Holy Spirit to accomplish a given type of ministry. Oftentimes our gifts don't come natural to us. That's why we must rely on God to help us with what He's called us to do. 1 Corinthians 12:4 tells us, "Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit." Everyone's gifting will look different, but we are united in the fact that we're putting our faith in Jesus. And 1 Corinthians 12:1 says, "Pursue love, yet desire earnestly spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy." Our motivation for using our spiritual gifts should come from a place of loving God and loving others. ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong. The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins. And C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

What does it mean to meditate? Kaitlyn and Heather discuss what meditation is, what it can look like and how we can use it to grow closer to God. Joshua 1:8 says, "Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night..." Meditation in the Christian sense isn't about emptying our minds completely of all thought, but focusing it on God and letting the Holy Spirit fill us with a sense of peace. "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." -Exodus 14:14 ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins And the C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather introduce the topic of movement for week two of the series: Ready Yourself. They discuss how exercising can come in many different forms including activities like cleaning and doing yard work. Looking for motivation to begin incorporating more movement into your day? Try creating a space in your home devoted to your favorite form of exercise! Finding new hobbies and activities to do can also be a great way to get active. Verse: Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit? Therefore honor God with your bodies. -1 Corinthians 6:19-20 ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins And C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

This is Week 1 of our September series, "Ready Yourself." This week, the topic is on rest and sleep hygiene. For today's episode, Heather and Kaitlyn share their bedtime routines and provide some tips on how you get the best, most beneficial rest. Verse: "In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety." -Psalm 4:8 Check it Out: https://peermag.org/articles/dreaming-again/ ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins And the C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 6:23

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss the lyrics to the song, Blessed Up by Wande. Wande is a Nigerian American Hip Hop artist and the first woman to be signed to Reach Records. Kaitlyn shares about what bearing fruit means in the biblical sense and refers to Galatians 5:22-23 that says, "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control." Heather and Kaitlyn also talk about what it means to rely on God's help instead of doing things in our own strength. ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins And C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

What does it mean to share our testimony? It's a big word that can seem intimidating to many. But it simply means sharing with others about how God has been a part of our lives. Christianity.com provides a three-step outline that may be helpful in the process. 1. Sharing what your life was like before knowing God 2. How you knew you needed God and how that was acknowledged 3. How your life is now with following Jesus Acts 13:15 tells us, "If you have a message of encouragement for the people, please speak." While Kaitlyn expresses that speaking in this way doesn't come naturally, she's encouraged by this verse to share her own testimony with others so they may be inspired to make God a part of their life. ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins And C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

Heather and Kaitlyn thank the Social Services department and volunteers that have packed over 800 backpacks filled with school supplies for children in our community! Preparing for transition of any kind is important. As we look forward to the fall season, a beautiful verse to keep in mind is: "Forget about what's happened; don't keep going over old history. Be alert, be present. I'm about to do something brand-new. It's bursting out! Don't you see it?" -Isaiah 43:18-19 From that verse, we can be reminded of 4 things: 1. Don't live in the past 2. Be present in the moment (focus on our breathing, checking in with how we're feeling) 3. God always goes ahead of us, preparing our way 4. We are to be looking and watching for what God is going to do and IS doing currently Check it Out: Get pumped up for your day with this song by Wande: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTt1A__Mq28 ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins The C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 6:23 Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss what it means to "live a godly life." Ultimately, our goal as Christ followers is to aspire to live as Jesus lived. Some examples would be loving and serving others. A big word for this is: Sanctification. This simply means that we go through a process of growing in our faith journey. For questions/comments, please email us! Heather: Heather.morris@use.salvationarmy.org Kaitlyn: Kaitlyn.moyes@use.salvationarmy.org Check it Out: What does grace mean? Follow the link: https://peermag.org/articles/embracing-grace/ Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss how we can respond to insults and negativity from others. We may even receive backlash for our faith. A verse to keep in mind comes from John 15:18 where Jesus says: "If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first." How people treat us matters. We have the right to stand up for ourselves if we're being treated unfairly. God wants us to live free from the bondages of anxiety and hurt. Galatians 5:1 says, "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery." Check it Out: Kaitlyn mentions a couple YouTube videos that are helpful to watch if you find yourself being treated unkindly by others. Follow the links: "What to Say When Someone Insults You (Live on Purpose TV) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUoaW0wck1Y and *God Said* Stand up for Yourself (Shaneika Byars United4Christ) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UM8v0mVyjHI ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for your sins And the C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather's topic for this episode comes from last week's, "Check it Out" found in Peer Magazine. Together, they discuss what overthinking has looked like in their lives and provide tips on how to combat the negative spiral of caring too much of what others think of us. Two quotes to go along with the topic include one from author and motivational speaker, Rachel Hollis: "Other people's opinion of you is none of your business." And the second is from Sylvia Plath that states: "My mother said the cure for thinking too much about yourself was helping somebody who was worse off than you." A great way to get out of our own head is by serving others. We also have the opportunity to change the story we tell ourselves. Every day is a new opportunity to be who God has called us to be. We can choose to let go of the past by reminding ourselves of 2 Corinthians 5:17 "If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation." Today's verse to meditate on is Ephesians 2:19-22, "Whenever you feel unloved, unimportant, or insecure, remember to whom you belong to." For more tips and further reading on this topic, the article titled, "8 Steps to Help You Stop Overthinking Everything" https://www.omaritani.com/blog/stop-overthinking is a great read. Check it Out: Lauren Daigle not only has a beautiful voice but the messages in her songs are so powerful! When you're feeling down, put on her song, "Still Rolling Stones" for a fantastic reminder to keep rising up! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQZNcZcfo8E https://peermag.org/articles/music-reviews-8/ ABC's of Salvation: The A is for admit you've done wrong The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins And the C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather begin with research that shows a drop in church attendance among young people. They discuss some reasons why teens and young adults may be avoiding going to church. They share their personal experience related to this topic. Another question that's addressed is what if someone was hurt by a bad experience related to going to church? For more discussion on this topic, tune into the Jude 3 Project with Lisa Fields: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OqnW... Looking for a home church to be a part of? Join Heather and Kaitlyn for church service on Sundays at 11:00 am. Check it Out: Tired of overthinking about what others think of you? Check out this short article that offers practical tips to avoiding this common habit. ABC's of Salvation: A- Admit you've done wrong and need a savior B- Believe that Jesus died for your sins C- Call on Jesus' name by asking Him to come into your heart Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn shares about how her personal style is evolving and with that, a more modest outlook on swimwear. Heather and Kaitlyn also discuss the history of the bikini that was created in 1946 by Louis Reard. Coming from a faith perspective, it's noted that Jesus himself was plain looking and didn't want to draw attention to himself. We can ask ourselves if what we're wearing is for the right reasons. For a male perspective on the topic: Is Modest Hottest? Please visit the link: https://alovelycalling.com/2015/07/10/modest-hottest-from-a-guy/ Check it Out: To learn more about this topic, watch Jessica Rey's video, "The Evolution of the Swimsuit." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJVHRJbgLz8&t=117s ABC's of Salvation: A- Admit you've done wrong and need a savior B- Believe that Jesus died for your sins C- Call on Jesus' name by asking Him to come into your heart Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss what it means to honor and respect our parents/caregivers. #4 of the 10 commandments is honoring your mother and father. What does living a life of obedience look like? Having a relationship with God can help us navigate right and wrong choices. God also puts adults in our lives to help guide & teach us. Check it Out: https://peermag.org/articles/13-good-moms-bad-moms-more/ ABC's of Salvation: A- Admit you've done wrong and need a savior B- Believe that Jesus died for your sins C- Call on Jesus' name by asking Him to come into your heart Until next time, Ignite your life!

Heather and Major Tom discuss how anger can be an emotional response to anxiety. Often times we don't want to acknowledge what it really is that's causing us to feel a certain way. But it's a process to learn about what triggers our anxiety. The Bible tells us not to worry. God wants us to cast our cares on Him. The antidote to worry is Jesus.

Kaitlyn and Heather talk about what mobilizing means within The Salvation Army. They discuss how having a sense of hope and joy found in Christ can lead others to God. And when that time comes when someone asks, "What's different about you?" You can say: It's because I've found Jesus. Check it out: There's no wrong way to pray! Learn more about how Jesus encourages us to pray by following the link: https://peermag.org/articles/why-pray/ ABC's of Salvation: The A stands for admit you've done wrong. We've all sinned. The B stands for believe. Believe that Jesus is who He said He is and died on the cross to take away our sins. And the C stands for call on His name. Ask Jesus to come into your life today. Until next time, Ignite your life!

Heather and special guest, Major Tom Grace, discuss how life changes and transitions can affect us. Growing up in the Salvation Army, Major Tom recalls moving 13 times before graduating high school. But that doesn't mean that change gets easier. He shares the season he is currently going through and how he's processing his upcoming move. While change is never easy, he explains, "Life change is often times something that we're not prepared for, and so there needs to be a solid foundation for our lives, and that's where God comes in." Verse: "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” -Deuteronomy 31:6 Check it Out: How to practice spiritual discipline https://peermag.org/articles/listen-learn-practice/ Until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss their experiences with what a healthy self-esteem means. They review their individual results after taking a quiz that reflects on self-esteem questions. Take the quiz by following the link here: https://www.templateroller.com/template/90820/self-esteem-assessment-worksheet.html Kaitlyn shares her personal struggle of wanting to be excepted by others which has lead to a people-pleasing mentality. While many of our peers avoid being vulnerable, it's important to understand that everyone has struggled in their own way with self-image. How can we view ourselves how God sees us though? Genesis 1:7 reminds us that we are made in God's own image. No matter what others may think of us, what ultimately matters is how God sees us. Check it Out: Visit our Community Center Facebook page to read Kaitlyn's post titled, "Remember Who & Whose You Are" https://www.facebook.com/SalvationArmyCommunityCenter/?ref=pages_you_manage Thanks for listening and until next time, Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss how social media can have the power to influence our sense of self worth. Through human nature of wanting to be received & liked by others, we can be motivated to post things that may not be in our best interest. Where do we draw the line on fun vs. dangerous? Heather shares about some of the internet challenges going on and how they're influencing young people today. Kaitlyn discusses how Facebook plays into what's known as the "slot machine effect" that keeps our brains motivated to keep coming back online and checking to see how many 'likes' we received on a post. Learn more on how social media platforms use attention-grabbing tactics to keep us engaged by following the link here: https://www.girlswhofight.ca/post/how-social-media-addicts-you Ultimately, our self worth comes from who God says we are. The Bible states: "For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." -Ephesians 2:10 If the opinions of others have you feeling self-conscious, remember the quote from Eleanor Roosevelt that states: "You wouldn't worry so much about what others think of you if you realized how seldom they do." Check it Out: Scroll through your social media posts & see if there's anything there that you wouldn't want certain people to see. If so, consider deleting that post or picture. If Jesus is not a part of your life today, the ABC's of Salvation is a simple prayer that can be followed if you'd like to become a Christian: The A is for admit you've done wrong. The B is for believe that Jesus died for our sins. And the C is for calling on His name by asking Jesus to come into your heart. Until next time, Ignite your life!

Heather & Kaitlyn share what there first jobs were like. They also discuss how many successful, well-known people in society started off in very unglamorous employments such as Brad Pitt who wore a chicken costume for an El Pollo Loco restaurant in Hollywood before he began his career in acting. It's also important to keep in mind the interests you'd like to pursue in life in relation to employment. There are many local job positions open currently that may be a good fit for you. Kaitlyn shares a few examples from Indeed.com If you or someone you know would like assistance with resume writing or interviewing tips, feel to send an email to: kaitlyn.moyes@use.salvationarmy.org Verse: "Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." -1 Corinthians 10:31 Check it Out: Exams coming up? Check out 7 tips for staying sane during exam season by following the link: https://peermag.org/articles/7-tips-for-staying-sane-during-exam-season/

Heather and Kaitlyn discuss what grace means. In reference to Christianity, grace is the love and mercy freely given to us by God. They answer what grace means to them in their own lives & provides some examples on how we can choose to live a life of showing grace to others as well as to ourselves. What does grace mean to you? Comment below with the hashtag: #gracegranter Verses: "My only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me - the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace." -Acts 20:24 "But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." -2 Corinthians 12:9 Check it Out: https://peermag.org/articles/music-re... Questions/Comments? Email: kaitlyn.moyes@use.salvationarmy.org

Heather and Kaitlyn discuss ways to get on track towards accomplishing the dreams God has put in your heart. What does calling your shot mean? According to thefredictionary.com its described as: "announcing one's intentions or goals before pursuing them." James 1:25 emphasizes the importance of "not being a hearer who forgets but a doer who acts" and in that doing, we will be blessed. It takes patience and perseverance to work towards what's important to you. A great quote that can help remind you of the steps to take is, "A dream written down with a date becomes a goal, a goal broken down into steps becomes a plan, a plan backed by action makes your dreams a reality." As you pray and seek God about which direction to follow, He will, "make known to you the path of life, in His presence there is fullness of joy." -Psalm 16:11 A way to stay motivated is living like Jesus could return at any moment. "Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect." -Matthew 24:44 What would you want Him to find you doing? Make your dreams into reality by pursing each day with passion.

Kaitlyn and Heather share their experiences with joining Bible studies as young adults. Kaitlyn introduces the method of S.O.A.P.-ing which stands for scripture, observation, application and prayer. This can be done in a group setting with discussion or as a personal study of the Bible. They also discuss their opinions on which book of the Bible to start reading in. Verse: "For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them." -Matthew 18:20 Check it Out: Ever had anxiety about joining a church or becoming involved in something like a Bible study? You're not alone. Follow the link to learn more: https://peermag.org/articles/anxiety-and-the-church/ Additional resources mentioned in the podcast: Counter Culture by David Platt - https://radical.net/book/counter-culture-2/ Finding God Faithful by Kelly Minter- https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family/finding-god-faithful

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss some precautions for young people to take if participating in partying. Alcohol in particular can really affect the body. Kaitlyn touches on how the brain and body are impaired under the influence. In addition, Heather provides great local resources to check out to avoid drunk driving. Ultimately, God wants us to enjoy our lives, but do so by practicing discipline and self-control. Have you ever had a bad experience at a party or while hanging out with friends? Let us know by commenting on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SalvationArmyCommunityCenter

Heather, Major Tom, & Kaitlyn discuss their personal beliefs related to the pros and cons of the new Covid-19 vaccine. A positive of the vaccine is that it's helping people feel more comfortable being in public spaces. Some concerns include it being a new form of vaccine. Because of this, the FDA has approved it only under emergency use at this time. What are your thoughts related to this topic? Let us know on our Facebook site: https://www.facebook.com/SalvationArmyCommunityCenter

Heather, Major Tom and Kaitlyn, give their reaction to the new music video: Call Me By Your Name by Lil Nas X. Kaitlyn shares how learning about occultism in the music industry is what initially helped develop her faith in Christ because if the devil is real, God must be too. Verses: "Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness." -Isaiah 5:20 "For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places." -Ephesians 6:12

Kaitlyn & Heather discuss something we all experience - dealing with difficult people in our lives. Whether it's family, co-workers, friends, roommates or neighbors, there'll be times when we don't get along or don't agree with another person's behavior or choices. What can we do about it though? What would Jesus call us to do is the better question. Here's the talking points to consider from today's episode: How can we want the best for someone, yet make sure we're not compromising our wellbeing or integrity in the process? What can we learn from the verses Mark 2:17 and 1 Corinthians 15:33 in relation to our own situation? God loves everyone, even the people we struggle to get along with. We can't be someone's savior, only Jesus can do that. Check it Out: Find out the true meaning behind Easter by following the link:https://peermag.org/articles/beyond-the-eggs/ Thanks for tuning in and until next time: Ignite your life!

Kaitlyn and Heather wrap up week 4 of the Sex & Intimacy series. They discuss the effects of watching pornography and how anyone is susceptible to falling into its trap. Ultimately, the devil wants to destroy and corrupt God's original, perfect design for sex because of how important it is within marriage. It is literally, "making love." True intimacy and closeness is found within God's plan for us when it comes to sex. Stay tuned! Check it Out: Want a positive platform for gaming? Follow the link to learn more! https://peermag.org/articles/bringing-the-gospel-to-the-gamer/ Resources: https://www.covenanteyes.com/pornstats/ https://enough.org/stats_porn_industry https://www.webroot.com/us/en/resources/tips-articles/internet-pornography-by-the-numbers

Join Kaitlyn & Heather for Episode #14, part 3 of the Sex & Intimacy series. Today they discuss how society and social media have influenced a hook-up culture among young people, tips for setting boundaries within a relationship and ways we can make new choices for the future if we've gone too far.

Kaitlyn and Heather continue the series: Sex & Intimacy this week with discussing what sexting is, the impact that it can have and what it can lead to, including the devastating effects of revenge porn. Ultimately, trust must be present within a committed relationship and love means respecting the other person, no matter what. Check it Out: Learn what the 5 love languages are and which one you relate to the most! https://peermag.org/articles/heart-hopes/ References: Sexting / Revenge Porn https://www.dictionary.com/browse/sexting 11 Facts about Sexting dosomething.org It's 2020: Time to teach teens 'safe' sexting https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2020-01/fau-i2t011420.php The Importance of Trust in a Relationship https://www.lovetopivot.com/the-importance-of-trust-in-a-relationship/

Kaitlyn and Heather introduce a new four week series: Sex & Intimacy. Today's discussion touches on why it's important to talk about sex, approaching this topic from a shame-free place and how popular culture affects our views towards sex. Stay tuned! Check it Out: http://saconnects.org/from-red-noses-to-red-shields/

Cynthia Hammond (Pathway of Hope Case Manager of The Salvation Army of Canton) is our special guest for today's episode. She and Kaitlyn discuss first what generational patterns are and then how individuals can take steps to create lasting, positive change within themselves as well as their families. Cynthia has a heart for this community and a passion for serving others. If you or someone you know is interested in working with Mrs. Hammond, please email her at: cynthia.hammond@use.salvationarmy.org Check it Out: American singer/songwriter, Kari Jobe has released a new song titled, "The Blessing" with Cody Carnes. It's an inspiring song that demonstrates the power of praying over our family & future generations to come. Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnC7z03QkEM

We begin our Tough Topics series with a special guest, Major Tom Grace. In this episode, Kaitlyn and Major Tom talk about what forgiveness means and how the journey of forgiving others and ourselves can lead to true healing. Check it Out: The book, "Forgiving What You Can't Forget" by Lysa TerKeurst. In it, Lysa dives into the personal experiences she has walked through and what the process of forgiveness was like for her.

Kaitlyn and Heather continue the discussion on toxic friendships. This time, they consider ways to address certain situations and what we can do if we find ourselves in an unhealthy friendship. Some verses to consider: "Bear with each other and forgive one-another if any of you has a grievance against someone - forgive as the Lord forgave you." -Colossians 3:13 "Do to others as you would have them do to you." -Luke 6:31 Today's Check it Out includes a review of the new movie, Mulan (2020). Follow the link to learn more! https://peermag.org/articles/movie-tv-reviews-3/

Join Kaitlyn & Heather as they discuss ways to know how a friendship is genuine. . .or not so much. Today's content comes from Ditch the Label, a global youth charity there to help young people ages 12-25 through some of the toughest issues including bullying and mental health. Here's the link to read more about the 15 signs that suggest someone might not be a true friend: https://www.ditchthelabel.org/?s=are+they+really+your+friend Bonus! Special guest and co-worker, Jon, shares his insight on this topic of friend or foe. In today's Check it Out section, Heather and Kaitlyn discuss how we can use the idea of conversational prayer to further develop our relationship with God.

Join Kaitlyn & Heather as they discuss things to consider before returning home for winter break, what the holiday blues are all about, thrifty ways to gift give, plus how we can feel our best while maintaining a busy schedule leading up to Christmas. Stay tuned! Verse: But the angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High." -Luke 1:30-32 Check It Out: https://www.fivebelow.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=zadv_paid_search&utm_campaign=summer2020_brand&utm_term=ZIMMPAIDMEDIA&&gclid=Cj0KCQiAtqL-BRC0ARIsAF4K3WHloq47m6Por6leSOPdiS1DCbC1mNCIgVYzS8_4STPJEQO7zgYg_P4aAj3FEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss what it means to be creative, tips on sparking creativity, and where this skill ultimately comes from. Stay tuned! Verse: So God created mankind in His own image, in the image of God He created them; male and female He created them. -Genesis 1:27 Check it Out: https://peermag.org/articles/video-game-review-star-wars-squadrons/

Kaitlyn and Heather share their stories of when they moved out of their parent's home, what they learned and ways to prepare yourself before finding a place of your own. Verse: "Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity." -Timothy 4:12 Check it Out: https://peermag.org/articles/10-tips-on-how-to-shop-at-a-salvation-army-thrift-store/

Your hosts, Kaitlyn & Heather explore the concept of fashion. Does the type of clothing we wear really affect how we feel about ourselves? Stay tuned to find out. Verse: Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or about your body, what you will wear. For life is more than food and the body more than clothes. -Luke 12:22-23 Check it Out: https://peermag.org/articles/just-say-yes/

Kaitlyn & Heather continue the discussion with sharing their top relationship tips along with a communication tool for couples called, Imago Dialogue. Verse: Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things and endures all things. -1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Check it Out: https://peermag.org/articles/not-going-to-throw-away-my-shot-a-review-of-hamilton/

In this two part series, Kaitlyn and Heather introduce the topic of dating. Tune in for info. about what to look for in a dating partner and warning signs to be mindful of. Verse for today: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. -Matthew 6:33 Check it out: 6 Ways to Maintain Positive Mental Health https://peermag.org/articles/6-ways-to-maintain-positive-mental-health/

Your hosts, Kaitlyn and Heather, discuss the effects of social media usage on society, pros/cons of this technology and ways we make sure time spent on our phone doesn't go too far. Inspiration for this topic comes from the Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma, out now.

Kaitlyn and Heather discuss the topic of talent. A few questions they consider is where does talent come from? How do we even know what our talents are? And when we figure that out, how can we use them to the best of our ability? The inspiration for this episode comes from the quote: "When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left and could say, I used everything You gave me." That quote comes from actor, Chadwick Boseman who recently passed away at the age of 43. Jesus's teaching of, "The Parable of Talents" in Matthew 25: 14-30 illustrates how we should use the talents that God has given us rather than hide them from the world. Motivational Video to Check Out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMsSUlBltsc

Your hosts, Kaitlyn & Heather, discuss two important questions that future guests will answer on the show: 1. What's something you wish you knew then that you know now? 2. Who's someone in your life that was a big influence to you during your young adult years? Check Out: Franceesca Battistelli's new single: "The Breakup Song."

Your hosts, Kaitlyn Moyes and Heather Morris, welcome you from The Salvation Army of Canton, OH. Together, they discuss where the inspiration came from with starting the Ignite Podcast for teens & young adults along with what they'll be discussing in the weeks to come. Stay tuned!