Learning to sit still

Courage to do what is right. Boldness to declare your why. Trust even when you don't know the outcome. The connection between anger and foolishness. These are the topics we will discuss as we unpack chapter 3 of Daniel.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

We are continuing our series on the book of Daniel and are in chapter 2 as Daniel points this earthly king to the King of Kings. We can be bold as Daniel because of our God, the Great I AM, the One who is control of time and space.www.sitstillmydaughter.comEpisode from an earlier lesson on Daniel chapter 2https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/learningtositstill/episodes/2024-04-10T03_00_00-07_00

Before the battle of the lion's den there was a battle of the food for Daniel. This young man and his three friends would make an important decision that day that would set the standard for their remaining years. Knowing your why matters and that is one of the things we will talk about as we start this mini series on the book of Daniel.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

I read a statement once that said: "What is our purpose? To know, love, and serve God." This is a simple statement but powerful. Today I want to unpack this with you and discuss how it impacts our every day lives.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Today I have a special treat for you. This is the final workshop I taught at the 2025 SSMD Conference. We will talk about what is needed to leave our past behind us, rise from our pile of ashes and learn to live the abundant life our God desires for us.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

She thought her son's story was over as she lead the funeral procession but Jesus was preparing to write another chapter. We are talking today about the Widow of Nain's story and the reminders there are for us today.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Proverbs 7 is a well known chapter that has been the subject of many sermons. Today I just want to draw a simple thought from this story about the cost of lacking understanding.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

They were only mentioned in a couple of verses but God wanted them to be remembered. What does the life of Joanna and Susanna have to teach us about living a life that expresses love to God? Find out as we unpack their story today.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Wisdom challenges three individuals with a targeted question. Who are they and what are the consequences of failing to heed her? Lets take a look in todays episode.Ladies conferencehttp://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html

How does a simple sponge illustrate the importance of not only having good doctrine but knowing when to pour it out? That is a truth we learned during our online Bible study that we will be sharing today!Sign up to join our next one:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/bible-study.htmlWomen's conference tickets:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html

In honor of the 200th episode I am sharing one of the workshops from last year's conference. My friend Melissa Baker did a wonderful job on the topic of The Distractions of the Quiet Place and I know you will be blessed!Grab your tickets to this year's conferencehttp://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.htmlLearn more about Melissa's ministry here:https://melissadawnbaker.com

Solomon told his son that he needed two things in life: Mercy and Truth. Why these two things? What do they mean? Are they mentioned in Scripture again? What impact would they have in our life if we cultivated them in our heart? These are some of the things we will discuss in today's episode.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

John tells us not to love the world but what does this word mean exactly? That is what we are going to explore in todays episode!www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Jesus wanted this woman to be remembered, not for what she gave but for what it cost. This nameless widow would never be forgotten because she was willing to give it all. Would our Jesus say the same about us?Bible study sign uphttp://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/bible-study.htmlConference tickets:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html

She was the last to leave His side and the first to see Him risen but her grief was so great that she did not recognize Him until He spoke her name. Mary Magdalene is one of my favorite characters in the New Testament and possesses a heart that I want to imitate. Let's talk about what it means to have such a heart and how it can impact our lives today.SSMD Conference:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.htmlOnline Bible Study:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/bible-study.html

Katie Smith is the mother of three children. Today she shares her adoption journey as well as the many things she has learned along the way. Adoption is a beautiful thing and one that is reflective of our own journey to becoming sons and daughters of God. I hope that you will be blessed by our conversation and if you have any questions please reach out to Katie!www.sitstillmydaughter.comKatie Smith:Website: katiecruicesmith.comFacebook: Katie Cruice Smith, Editor/AuthorIG: @authorkatiesmithLinkedIn: Katie Cruice SmithGoodreads: Katie Cruice SmithAmazon: Katie Cruice SmithBook links: Why Did You Choose Me?: https://www.amazon.com/Why-Did-You-Choose-Me-ebook/dp/B074Q3B33Z/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31XAZDQXJPF50&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.iHwYDs0DS-Ap8dN-cllnkilJ1bFhXYrvncFTDEgwj4IKoy8tu7vFkEmAuC-xnKojsJiDsy23kBLjMRm92iVaugF_rUSu1fvXRYv2c1TB4Y3kz-pF2esn1UFy3aOaT1iad7cZdL33IkJYnT83id7DpdrHQ_2A2ytHrHZ-56Oq-jTK7cBnjoT8Gwo61XvFErzLLqVJkBmwInt_D7F2oXD3lQ0q2PMqo9gcDZwoJWl0Sik.G_Fobb9DnVqhre-abLQKEcOZb5Kc5pGWOd3vQiB8oSI&dib_tag=se&keywords=Why+Did+You+Choose+Me%3F&qid=1736022009&s=digital-text&sprefix=why+did+you+choose+me+%2Cdigital-text%2C112&sr=1-1Before Christmas Began: https://www.amazon.com/Before-Christmas-Began-Katie-Cruice-ebook/dp/B0DN7XRD2T?ref_=ast_author_mpb

She gave her husband a warning yet he chose not to heed it. It takes courage to both speak up and listen up; the question is are we willing to do either?Bible study sign up:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/bible-study.html

Romans 12:2 is a popular passage that has been preached to every age in every season. We know that the mind is our biggest battleground and God has given us the help we need to renew our mind but have we accepted it? Do we recognize the importance of renewing our mind? We are entering a new year making it the perfect time to make a commitment to have a mind that is transformed instead of a life that is conformed.Bible Study sign up:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/bible-study.html

Waiting is no one's favorite pastime but in the end it is worth it. Christmas is a reminder to us that waiting on God is never in vain. This is also a special episode for me as it marks the 5th anniversary of the podcast!

Let's talk about some of the names of Jesus that are highlighted during the Christmas season as well as one that represents His reason for coming.2025 Conference:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.htmlMarianne's first podcast:https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/learningtositstill/episodes/2022-07-20T03_00_00-07_00Online Bible Study class:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/bible-study.htmlHoliday gift ideas:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/products.html

For some, the holidays can be a difficult season due to unexpected loss, change in circumstances, or grief. Special guest, Marianne Barnette shares her heart and some practical tips on how to get through the holidays and how to help others.Free Graphic:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/bible-resources.html2025 Conference:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.htmlMarianne's first podcast:https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/learningtositstill/episodes/2022-07-20T03_00_00-07_00Online Bible Study class:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/bible-study.htmlHoliday gift ideas:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/products.html

We have been told to avoid using the words "Always" and "Never" in a relationship but with God it is different. There are many things that He always and never does. Today we are going to walk through several of them and see how it impacts us.Tickets for the 2025 SSMD Conferencehttp://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.htmlRegister for the online monthly Bible studyhttp://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/bible-study.html

It is easy to be grateful for the roses, the good things in life, the unexpected blessings and delights. Thorns, on the other hand are not as easy to utter praise yet they have their purpose. Today we are going to talk about being thankful for the thorns and why it is a needful thing.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Once we become a child of God there are things that take place in our life but if we don't embrace them we may never live up to our full potential. Today we will explore three truths about us that should transform our life.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

In the midst of life's storms it is important to have these three truths tucked inside our hearts: Is God Good?, Is He Good to Me? and is He good at being God? Today we will unpack the answers to these questions and the two things we need in order to believe them even in the worst of times.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

What robs us of life? What things can prevent us from living an abundant life, the life God desires for us? Let's talk about a few of them. This is taken from a ladies conference that I spoke at a few weeks ago.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Christina Devane is a reader but it was something that her mom cultivated in her life and something she desired to pass on to her children. But what if you child does not like to read or how do you teach them discernment when selecting a book on their own? What benefits are there to reading and are audiobooks cheating? We talk about this and more in this special interview.Sit Still my Daughter conferencewww.sitstillmydaughter.comFollow Christina@the.joy.within.every.pageAlso @busymomsreadtoo

What is the difference between brotherly kindness and charity? Does it matter that it is listed after godliness? What is the result of having these things in your life? Let's find out as we conclude our study in 2 Peter 1.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Let's talk about self-control, patience, and godliness, the next three words in our study of 2 Peter.Listen to the episode on Mastering Self for more details about self-control.https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/learningtositstill/episodes/2023-09-13T03_00_00-07_00www.sitstillmydaughter.com

What does it take to add to your faith? Peter gives us an intense list of things that are to be cultivated in our life. Today we will examine two of them.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

What does it mean to prepare a tableland? When David said that the Shepherd restores our soul what does that entail? These are a couple of the thoughts we will discuss as we unpack the book "A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23" by Phillip Keller.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Rest was a gift given to us before the fall in the Garden of Eden and it is a good thing but our enemy, like so many other things, has created his own corrupt version of rest. What does that look like in comparison to God's rest?www.sitstillmydaughter.com

What happens when a gossips can't find anything negative to say? Is it even possible to live in such a way that gives no fuel for gossips? The story of Ruth shows us it is and the impact one person living in full pursuit of God can have on the lives of others.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Going home is not always easy as the story of Naomi and the Prodigal Son remind us but it is necessary. It is not always easy to see God working for our good in the midst of difficult circumstances but He is. These are a few thoughts we will be talking about today as we revisit one of my favorite books in the Bible.Purchase the 2024 SSMD Conference video!https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/store/p24/Sit_Still_my_Daughter_Conference_Video.html

There are many examples of people who underestimated the power of sin. They thought they were in control when in essence they were the one under the control of sin. Today we will look at the life of a woman who was unwilling to give up her sin and went to great lengths to stop the one person who spoke out against it.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Jesus didn't just heal in front of the crowds but behind closed doors. Peter's mother in law experienced just such a healing and there are truths for us to learn today. That we can bring our requests to Jesus and that He does care for us.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Do you feel as if your life has been swarmed by locusts and there is absolutely nothing left? Do you feel that you are too scarred and broken to be used by God? The book of Joel has a wonderful truth for us to learn about our amazing God who can restore you and offers a second chance.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

A little may not seem like a lot but sometimes it only takes a little to make a big difference. Let's talk about the parable of the woman who added leaven to her dough and see how a little can go a long way in several areas.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Sometimes the significance of one can be underestimated as we see in the lives of four men. They had no idea that their one choice would create such an outcome. Let's talk about the importance of one decision and why we must use wisdom when making any decision.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

We know that God sees all but have you ever considered some specific things He sees? Today we will talk about a few of the things He sees.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

The request seemed impossible but this man knew that he served the God of the possible. Daniel and his three friends knew that the God of Heaven would hear their cry and the answer would astonish a watching world.Don't forget to grab your ticket to the Ladies Event:https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.htmlThe prayer notebook systemhttps://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/learningtositstill/episodes/2023-08-30T03_00_00-07_00

Discouragement is a difficult and heavy burden to bear. How did characters in the Bible deal with it? Today we will talk about two of them as well as a word to all of us today who can do something for someone else.Don't forget to grab your ticket to the upcoming ladies conference:https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html

This father believed Jesus could heal his daughter but when the news came that she was dead his heart sank and fear began to creep inside until the Master told him how He could overcome it.April ladies conferencehttps://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html

How does our love for others make a difference for Jesus? What if we are busy doing good things but without love does it matter? Why did the church of Ephesus receive a rebuke about leaving their first love? Let's talk about why loving others ia a necessity!www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Just one phrase is all I want to talk about today. What does it means to have the behavior that becomes holiness that is mentioned in Titus chapter 2? What makes those words interesting in the New Testament and how do they impact our lives today? That is what we will discuss today.Don't forget to register for the upcoming ladies conference for 2024!Watch the new videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3MMfKoBMkcwww.sitstillmydaughter.com

Our life is the seed which we have been given to sow during our time on earth. We may never know the harvest it yields but it is important to spend our life investing in eternity. Svea Flood, a Swedish missionary to Africa only was able to witness to one boy but he would go on to do something amazing. What would have happened if she hadn't invested her life? That is what we will talk about today.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

She was desperate for healing which drove her to go outside of her comfort zone. That was the woman with the issue of blood. She was willing to do whatever it took to reach Jesus. But why did she feel she had to touch His hem? What did it mean when Jesus said that virtue had gone out of Him? Why did He insist on talking to her? Let's talk about this women who had a touch of faith.www.sitstillmydaughter.comRegister for the ladies conferencehttps://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html

Is our faith meant to impact more than just us? How do we move past our fear of speaking boldly for Christ? Does one battle really matter? How much damage can one sin do? These are a few things we will consider as we study the book of 1 Thessalonians.www.sitstillmydaughter.comRegister for the upcoming ladies conferencehttps://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html

A new year brings new opportunities but sometimes we struggle to move past our regrets, mistakes, and poor choices. Let's examine the lives of three individuals who experienced a second chance from God.www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Many will write a new year's list of goals and resolutions. They will spend time preparing to make this the best year ever but what it the most important thing we could prepare? Our heart. What does our heart do? What are it's pitfalls? And what does it say about our spiritual life? How can we prepare it to serve God better this year? These are the questions we will seek to answer as we wrap up another year.How to become a daughter of the Kinghttps://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/a-kings-daughter.htmlwww.sitstillmydaughter.com

She only has three verses but they are packed with so many compelling and convicting truths that are still applicable today. Anna was a woman who loved God with all of her heart, mind, soul, and strength. She was so in tune with God that she knew when baby Jesus arrived at the Temple. What does it take to become a woman like Anna, a woman the world desperately needs.www.sitstillmydaughter.com