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A House of Hope, part 3: The Hopeful & Expectant Bride

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme: “Is that in the Bible? Separating Fact from Fiction." We discussed the truth of verse I Timothy 6:10. Alistair Begg, speaker, pastor, author, and host of the Truth for Life broadcast, unpacked his new book, "We Will Be Changed: 9 Inner Glories the Spirit Is Cultivating in You." Writer and speaker Kaci Nicole Harlow also shared her story, featured in her new book, "So Much Better: Daring to Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and Expectant." Waiting seasons can be painful, yet God is always at work and with us. Is it in the Bible? Take a special, fun, interesting quiz! You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: The Love of Money [00:07] Alistair Begg [7:46] Kaci Nicole Harlow [18:46] Psalm 46:10 [30:00] Bible Quiz [31:20] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme: “Is that in the Bible? Separating Fact from Fiction." We discussed the truth of verse I Timothy 6:10. Alistair Begg, speaker, pastor, author, and host of the Truth for Life broadcast, unpacked his new book, "We Will Be Changed: 9 Inner Glories the Spirit Is Cultivating in You." Writer and speaker Kaci Nicole Harlow also shared her story, featured in her new book, "So Much Better: Daring to Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and Expectant." Waiting seasons can be painful, yet God is always at work and with us. Is it in the Bible? Take a special, fun, interesting quiz! You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: The Love of Money [00:07] Alistair Begg [7:46] Kaci Nicole Harlow [18:46] Psalm 46:10 [30:00] Bible Quiz [31:20] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme: “Is that in the Bible? Separating Fact from Fiction." We discussed the truth of verse I Timothy 6:10. Alistair Begg, speaker, pastor, author, and host of the Truth for Life broadcast, unpacked his new book, "We Will Be Changed: 9 Inner Glories the Spirit Is Cultivating in You." Writer and speaker Kaci Nicole Harlow also shared her story, featured in her new book, "So Much Better: Daring to Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and Expectant." Waiting seasons can be painful, yet God is always at work and with us. Is it in the Bible? Take a special, fun, interesting quiz! You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: The Love of Money [00:07] Alistair Begg [7:46] Kaci Nicole Harlow [18:46] Psalm 46:10 [30:00] Bible Quiz [31:20] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme: “Is that in the Bible? Separating Fact from Fiction." We discussed the truth of verse I Timothy 6:10. Alistair Begg, speaker, pastor, author, and host of the Truth for Life broadcast, unpacked his new book, "We Will Be Changed: 9 Inner Glories the Spirit Is Cultivating in You." Writer and speaker Kaci Nicole Harlow also shared her story, featured in her new book, "So Much Better: Daring to Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and Expectant." Waiting seasons can be painful, yet God is always at work and with us. Is it in the Bible? Take a special, fun, interesting quiz! You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: The Love of Money [00:07] Alistair Begg [7:46] Kaci Nicole Harlow [18:46] Psalm 46:10 [30:00] Bible Quiz [31:20] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme: “Is that in the Bible? Separating Fact from Fiction." We discussed the truth of verse I Timothy 6:10. Alistair Begg, speaker, pastor, author, and host of the Truth for Life broadcast, unpacked his new book, "We Will Be Changed: 9 Inner Glories the Spirit Is Cultivating in You." Writer and speaker Kaci Nicole Harlow also shared her story, featured in her new book, "So Much Better: Daring to Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and Expectant." Waiting seasons can be painful, yet God is always at work and with us. Is it in the Bible? Take a special, fun, interesting quiz! You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: The Love of Money [00:07] Alistair Begg [7:46] Kaci Nicole Harlow [18:46] Psalm 46:10 [30:00] Bible Quiz [31:20] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme: “Is that in the Bible? Separating Fact from Fiction." We discussed the truth of verse I Timothy 6:10. Alistair Begg, speaker, pastor, author, and host of the Truth for Life broadcast, unpacked his new book, "We Will Be Changed: 9 Inner Glories the Spirit Is Cultivating in You." Writer and speaker Kaci Nicole Harlow also shared her story, featured in her new book, "So Much Better: Daring to Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and Expectant." Waiting seasons can be painful, yet God is always at work and with us. Is it in the Bible? Take a special, fun, interesting quiz! You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: The Love of Money [00:07] Alistair Begg [7:46] Kaci Nicole Harlow [18:46] Psalm 46:10 [30:00] Bible Quiz [31:20] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme: “Is that in the Bible? Separating Fact from Fiction." We discussed the truth of verse I Timothy 6:10. Alistair Begg, speaker, pastor, author, and host of the Truth for Life broadcast, unpacked his new book, "We Will Be Changed: 9 Inner Glories the Spirit Is Cultivating in You." Writer and speaker Kaci Nicole Harlow also shared her story, featured in her new book, "So Much Better: Daring to Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and Expectant." Waiting seasons can be painful, yet God is always at work and with us. Is it in the Bible? Take a special, fun, interesting quiz! You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: The Love of Money [00:07] Alistair Begg [7:46] Kaci Nicole Harlow [18:46] Psalm 46:10 [30:00] Bible Quiz [31:20] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stillbirth is a topic that many expectant parents know very little about, yet it is an important part of pregnancy education and care. In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, we're joined by Liz O'Donnell, co-founder and Director of Education of PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy, to have an open and empowering conversation about stillbirth prevention, awareness, and how parents can feel more informed throughout pregnancy. Liz shares the story behind her work and the mission of PUSH, while helping us understand what we know about stillbirth risk, prevention, and the progress that has been made in recent years. We talk about fetal movement and kick counts, signs that deserve attention, communicating concerns with your healthcare provider, and how to advocate for yourself when something doesn't feel right—all while approaching these topics in a way that supports informed decision-making without creating unnecessary fear. Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: ⁠prenatalyogacenter.com ⁠ Don't forget to grab your FREE guide, 5 Simple Solutions to the Most Common Pregnancy Pains ⁠HERE⁠  If you love what you've been listening to, please leave a rating and review! ⁠Yoga| Birth|Babies (Apple) ⁠or on ⁠Spotify!⁠ To connect with Deb and the PYC Community:  Instagram, Tik Tok, & Facebook: @prenatalyogacenter Youtube: ⁠Prenatal Yoga Center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rabbi Zauzmer illuminates the meaning of the prayer “Hayom Harat Olam” and shares her own experience of pregnancy and expecting.

August 30, 2026Pastor Scott PolingOther Scripture Used: Psalm 33:3a; Psalm 96:1a; Psalm 98:1a; Psalm 144:9a; Psalm 149:1; Isaiah 42:10a; Revelation 5:9a; Revelation 14:3a; Luke 9:26; Romans 1:16a; 1 Corinthians 8:4b, 6; 1 John 5:21; Joshua 24:15; James 1:16-17; Psalm 115:1; Isaiah 42:8; Acts 4:12; John 24:13-14; Philippian 2:9-10; Ecclesiastes 5:1; Proverbs 3:9-10; 1 Corinthians 16:2; Luke 6:38; 2 Corinthians 9:6; 2 Corinthians 9:7; Psalm 24:3-5; Revelation 4:8; Hebrews 10:31; Revelation 11:16-17; Luke 1:31b-33; Romans 8:21-23; Revelation 20:11-12, 15; Romans 14:10b, 12; 2 Corinthians 5:10;MAIN POINTS:WORSHIP. . .Make it VocalMake it PersonalMake it DailyMake it PublicMake it GloriousMake it SacrificialMake it ReverentMake it JoyfulMake it Expectant

Expectant Faith Doesn't Have a Timeline Galatians 6:9 “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” I heard this verse on the Elevation Podcast this morning. It was not this week's sermon; it was from May 4, 2025. The episode was titled, “All You've Got To Do Is Don't.” It was a really great sermon, and I invite you to check it out. There were a lot of things that he covered today, but one of them, especially this verse, spoke to my heart and answered a question that I had just been talking to God about while I was at Eucharistic Adoration. I was sitting there talking to the Lord about my disappointment when prayers aren't answered when I think they should be. This is something I think we all deal with. Yet, I am not sure we all know it is ok to be disappointed. I am going to share my struggle with you this morning in case anyone else has been struggling with a similar issue. I have spent a long time getting to know God and learning about all of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. I have spent a long time trying to understand what it means to have the Holy Spirit living inside of me. Trying to understand how to use the power that God sent to us with the Holy Spirit.  I have been learning about the gifts of the Holy Spirit and how to use them for at least 7 years now in the Charismatic Renewal. I have just spent 2 years becoming equipped and activated to use those gifts through the Encounter School of Ministry, Boston Campus. I tell you all of this to say that I have come to know God well over the last 8 years. I have come to know how much He loves us and how he wants us all whole and healed. He doesn't want any of His children to suffer. He doesn't want a single one of us to be lost or separated from Him. I know all of this, and so when I pray with someone for healing or for something else, and I don't see results, I get confused. This may seem prideful, and this may seem like I am trying to take credit for the healing. I am not sure what this says about me. I am just being honest with you and letting you know how I feel. Here is what I wrote in my journal this morning when I was coming to the Lord for answers. “Lord, why do I get so upset waiting for your timing? Why do some people have to wait so long for relief? Why does my friend still need to have nightmares, and why is my other friend still blind? Why lord? What am I missing? I feel we do believe. I feel we are coming to you in expectant faith. We are asking in Jesus' name. So why the delayed answers? Why isn't everyone healed? Am I doing something wrong? Am I not doing something I should be? Is something else getting in the way? Please help me to understand.” Here is what I felt like the Lord said back to me. "My dearest daughter, it is not you. You are not the one healing. I am. I can heal through imperfect people. I can heal even if you don't say or do the right thing. I can use you even though you weren't perfect.” I replied in my journal, “What about when Jesus ' apostles couldn't get the demon out of that man's son, and Jesus said Oh, faithless generation, how long will I be with you? This is confusing to me because it does seem like it was the disciples' fault, almost. It seems like Jesus was saying that they didn't have enough faith or they didn't pray enough. What am I missing, Lord? Please help me to understand this better.” I also wrote down two verses from this section. Mark 9:23 “Jesus said to him, ‘If I can! Everything is possible to one who has faith.'” and Mark 9:24 “The boy's father said, ‘I do believe, help my unbelief.” This is when my hour of adoration ended, and I needed to get home to wake Ryan up for school. I figured I would talk to the Lord about this later, as I was still not sure what I was missing. Then I heard this verse on my way home; I felt like the Lord was speaking it directly to me. Here is the verse again, “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” The words that the Lord highlighted for me were IN DUE SEASON. I felt like the Lord was telling me that only He knows when it is the right time for something to happen. I know his timing is best. I know He knows all, and that He can do all. I know all of this, and yet when I am praying for someone, I am expecting immediate results because I know God wants everyone healed. I know He doesn't want to see His children suffer. I know all of this, and that is why I get so confused. I don't understand why He won't just take this from them. I know He can use it for good, and yet I also know He can do anything, so He could teach them what He wants to teach them in a different way. I just don't want to see people suffering. I want God to take this from them. I feel the Holy Spirit putting on my heart that this is the same in my own life. I want to take the suffering away from my kids or my loved ones, and yet sometimes that is not what they need. Sometimes they need to go through it to get to the other side. Sometimes, when we keep people from suffering, we are robbing them of the lessons and the blessings they will gain by going through the suffering. God doesn't need my friend to have the nightmares in order for her to learn a lesson or gain the blessings, yet this might be better than the alternative. Or the blessings might be greater than if she didn't go through this. For instance, maybe He will use this experience to help her be a more powerful intercessor for others who are tortured in this way. My friend doesn't need to be blind in order for God to accomplish what He is doing, and yet God has a plan, and as much as I don't understand it, it is much better than my plan, and it will all make sense one day. Let's look at the verse again. "And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” Let us not grow weary of doing good. This is something that Steven Furtick addressed in the sermon he gave, and it really spoke to me. What he said can help us not to grow weary and not to give up. He said it is not the work, or the doing good, that makes us weary. It is the expectations. Man, this hit me right in the heart. Praying for people does not make me weary. My expectations of the outcome of those prayers can sometimes make me weary. I feel as though the Lord was speaking to me about expectant faith this morning with this message. I mentioned in my journal entry that my friends I mentioned above and I are coming to the Lord with expectant faith, we know God can heal them, and we are asking in Jesus' name, so why aren't they being healed? First, as I wrote, I realized that they are being healed in so many ways, just not the way I thought they should be healed. He is working on so many things with them. They feel His presence so much more than they did before all the prayer. He is working. Second, I feel the Lord was convicting me that expectant faith isn't attached to a timeline. For instance, expectant faith doesn't mean that I wake up expecting to be healed today. Expectant faith is knowing that my healing, or their healing, is coming in due season. Knowing that we have asked for it, and when we ask, God answers. I feel as though the Lord was convicting me this morning that expectant faith is knowing that God will heal them or me at the right time, and that until that healing comes, He will continue to give me all I need to make it through this difficult time. Expectant faith is knowing that God has this all under control, and although I want it to be over today, I know that God's plan is better than my plan.   I feel strongly that God is telling me that my expectations of time are what I need to let go of. God's ways are higher than my ways, and I won't understand them, and I don't need to understand them. I feel as though He is telling me to let go of my expectations of time. I feel He is telling me that expectant faith is praising him for the healing, even though I don't see it yet. Praise Him for delivering my friend from her nightmares, even though she hasn't been delivered yet. Not because I see proof of that delivery. Not because I see proof of that healing. Praise Him because of my expectant faith that the healing and the deliverance are coming on His timeline and that if we don't give up, if we don't grow weary, we will reap the harvest. I pray this is for someone else besides me this morning. I pray that if you are waiting for answers to your prayers, this will bring you some comfort. I pray you will join me in releasing the expectations of “when” and start praising the unseen answers. I pray you will start praising the Lord with expectant faith that He will answer your prayers, in due season, and that you will eventually reap the harvest of all those prayers and all that expectant faith! Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless all those listening. Lord, please help us to have expectant faith and to release our expectations of timelines. Lord, help us to know that your time is better than our time and your plan is better than our plan. Help us to be humble and to release our expectations of when and how. Lord, let us praise you for answering our prayers in any way you want. Let us not grow weary of doing good, and let us not give up. Let us trust that you will give us whatever it is we need to get through this hard time. We love you, Lord, and we ask all of this in the name of Jesus! Amen. Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus. I look forward to meeting you here again tomorrow. Remember, Jesus loves you just as you are, and so do I! Have a blessed day! Today's Word from the Lord was received in October 2024 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. Today's Word from the Lord is, “My children, open your mind, heart, and soul to me. Open it fully so that you can receive all I want to give you. 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Most hopeful adoptive parents think creating an adoption profile is about showcasing their accomplishments, beautiful photos, or writing the perfect story.In reality, the most successful adoption profiles aren't about impressing anyone. They're about helping an expectant mother picture her child growing up in your family.In this episode, Rebecca walks through the second step of the Adoption Roadmap and shares exactly what makes an adoption profile stand out. From choosing the right photos and writing authentic copy to avoiding common mistakes that unintentionally push expectant mothers away, she breaks down every section of the profile and explains why each detail matters.You'll learn how to create a profile that feels genuine, tells your family's story with warmth, and gives an expectant mother the confidence to imagine her baby growing up surrounded by love.What We Cover:Why your adoption profile is the most important tool in your adoption journeyHow to write a profile that connects instead of trying to impressThe biggest mistakes families make with photos and wordingWhat every section of your adoption profile should includeHow to help an expectant mother envision her child in your familyThe language and phrases to avoid in your profileWhy authenticity always matters more than perfectionHow thoughtful design, great photos, and even video can strengthen your profileRG Adoption ConsultingDo you have an adoption "Kismet Moment" you'd like to share? Tell us the story here to be apart of my upcoming podcast episode! https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/BNfyVlIUm5bWebsite → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠ Book a Complimentary Adoption Strategy Session → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com/contactAre You Ready to Adopt? Take the Quiz to Find Out → https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/quiz  Tune in to The Adoption Roadmap Podcast every Wednesday. If you like what you hear, I'd appreciate a follow and 5-star rating & review! THANK YOU!For questions about adoption, episode suggestions or to appear as a guest on The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, email⁠⁠⁠⁠ support@rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠⁠⁠

Here were people praying earnestly, yet when the answer was standing at the door, they could hardly believe it! Sometimes I think that's a danger in the Church today. Do we really expect God to answer our prayers? I wonder how many Christians would be genuinely shocked if God answered exactly what they had been asking for. Too often, there is little real expectation that He will actually do it. For many people, prayer becomes little more than wishful thinking. I can't stand that kind of praying. When I pray, I pray with conviction and determination. I know what I'm asking God to do, and I pray believing that He hears and answers. The two disciples continued on their journey because they had been sent by the Holy Spirit. That is an important principle: it is the Lord who sends us. I have always been deeply conscious of this throughout my ministry. When I look back over the places God has taken me, there is no doubt in my mind that every destination and every timing was directed by Him. It was so precise that only God could have arranged it. The chapter concludes by saying, “The disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit.” What a wonderful example for us today. We, too, should live lives that are filled with joy and continually filled with the Holy Spirit.

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On Sunday, July 12, 2026, Calvary welcomes Leah Lorann, Calvary's Missions & Outreach Director, as she shares how expectations will let us down, but being expectant opens doors for God to move.

Be Intentionally Expectant - Pastor Fred Imuseh

The Truth About Expectant PrayerSermon by Apostle Ren Schuffman Is your prayer life feeling dry, disconnected, or like it is just not working? The problem might not be how much you pray. It might be how you pray.Scripture does not call us to hours-long prayer sessions. Even on the night before His crucifixion, Jesus only asked His disciples to pray for one hour. What the Bible actually calls us to is praying without ceasing, an ongoing, real-time conversation with God woven into every part of daily life.In this message, we explore what a healthy and powerful prayer life actually looks like, why prayer is the one thing that sets believers apart from all of creation including angels, and how praying with thanksgiving produces peace before your circumstances ever change.We also look at what science has discovered about expectation and brain chemistry, how gratitude physically rewires the way we experience life, and why two people can face the exact same storm and have completely different outcomes. The difference is not the situation. It is the inner world shaped by prayer.From the story of David and Goliath to the explosive growth of the church in nations like China and Pakistan, we see that prayer is not a program or a performance. It is the foundation of a life that is anchored, victorious, and aligned with God.Key topics covered include how to pray without ceasing in everyday life, why prayer changes the one who prays and not just the situation, the connection between gratitude and peace from Philippians 4:6-7, what Revelation 8:3 reveals about the unique privilege of prayer, the difference between a program-driven church and a presence-driven church, and practical steps to build a consistent and meaningful prayer life.Whether you are someone who feels like your prayers are not being heard, someone who wants to go deeper in your relationship with God, or someone who is just getting started, this message offers a fresh and grounded perspective on one of the most powerful gifts available to every believer.Keywords: prayer life, how to pray, praying without ceasing, Christian prayer, prayer and peace, Philippians 4:6, thanksgiving in prayer, how to hear from God, prayer that works, growing in faith, Christian living, Bible teaching, church sermon, prayer and anxiety, spiritual growth, David and Goliath, prayer and gratitude, Holy Spirit, presence of God, faith and prayerhttps://www.ffc.church (Our Website) https://www.facebook.com/freedomfellowshipokc (Follow us on Facebook)Were you blessed by this message? Give to help us spread the gospel https://www.ffc.church/give

As we conclude Luke chapter 8, we see how two miracles intertwine, and we learn the importance of how our faith is related to our healing.

In this episode of The Mindful Womb Podcast, I'm joined by Noel Fernandez, CPM of Solid Ground Midwifery for a conversation about home birth in Massachusetts — what it actually looks like, what people often misunderstand about it, and why more families are exploring it as a thoughtful, evidence-based option.We talk about the different types of birth professionals people may encounter, including OBs, midwives, and doulas, and how those roles differ. We also explore why so many families are drawn to home birth not just because they want fewer interventions, but because they are longing for something deeper: more continuity, more autonomy, more time, more relationship-based care, and a birth environment that feels calm and familiar.In this episode, we cover:what makes planned home birth safe and responsiblehow home birth midwives are trained and what equipment they bringwhy the prenatal care experience in home birth care often feels so differenthow to think about both physical and emotional safety when choosing where to give birthwhat hospital transfer actually looks like and why it is often misunderstoodthe unique logistics of planning a home birth in Massachusettswhat postpartum care at home can offer familiesand what questions to ask when interviewing a home birth midwife.This conversation is a helpful reminder that the “best” place to give birth is not one-size-fits-all.The real goal is not to defend one birth setting over another. It is to help each family find the provider, environment, and support system where they feel safest, most respected, and most able to labor well.If you've been curious about home birth, or simply want a more nuanced and grounded understanding of your options, this episode is a beautiful place to start.Resources MentionedUp to Date - medical statistics: https://www.uptodate.com/loginVBAC Information: https://www.ican-online.org/Evidence on Homebirth and Pregnancy & Birth Overall: www.evidencebasedbirth.comIf you'd like to learn more about Noel Fernandez's midwifery practice: www.solidgroundmidwifery.com/Get the free Massachusetts Pregnancy Guide: www.clearlightbirth.com/maguideLearn more about A Path to a Powerful Birth Classes: www.clearlightbirth.com/classes***If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you're listening.After you review the show - snap a pic and upload it here - and I'll send you 70 printable affirmation cards as a thank you.Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I am so grateful for your support!Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional for personalized advice. Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional for personalized advice.

Church is more than a service. It's about people experiencing life together as we seek to join God in His work of transforming lives. We invite you to come be part of that mission here at Scotts Hill. You can find more resources here on our YouTube Channel or by visiting: https://scottshill.orgTo connect with us or to learn more about Jesus we invite you to visit: https://www.scottshill.org/nextstepsFor information on upcoming events church-wide, visit: https://scottshill.infoSocial MediaFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/scottshill.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottshillWebsite: https://www.scottshill.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Post Partum Support InternationalGet HelpCall the PSI HelpLine:1-800-944-4773#1 En Español or #2 EnglishText “Help” to 800-944-4773 (EN)Text en Español: 971-203-7773Key TakeawaysScreening should occur at every touchpoint—first prenatal visit, all trimester visits, postpartum office visits, pediatric appointments, and WIC offices—with the goal of education and normalization rather than diagnosis alone.Providers must have helpline/hotline numbers, discussion tools, magnets, and cards readily available in offices and hospitals; free resources eliminate barriers to referral and support.Birth trauma is common and distinct from postpartum depression; providers should validate patient experiences, apologize for disappointing outcomes, and refer to trained PTSD therapists rather than attempting therapy themselves.Expectant families benefit from fourth trimester education covering visitor management, meal preparation, sleep expectations, and emotional changes; this preparation reduces postpartum shock and improves mental health outcomes.PSI's comprehensive infrastructure—including peer mentors, support groups (50+ in English, 28+ in Spanish), psychiatric consult lines, and specialized coordinators—provides accessible, free support for diverse perinatal mental health needs.Quotable Moments"Screening is only a piece of paper. And what it's really about is education, referral, and treatment.""One in five to seven women and one in 10 men will get depression or anxiety or any of the symptoms that we talked about in podcast one.""I'm so sorry that that turned out that way. We're both sorry. I'm sorry that that happened to you.""You're not alone. You're not to blame. And with the proper treatment, you will be well.""We don't talk about it, right? That's something we prepare for labor and delivery, for pushing and breathing. We don't think one secondbeyond when that baby's born."Show Notes by Barevalue.No content or comments made in any TIPQC Healthy Mom Healthy Baby Podcast is intended to be comprehensive or medical advice. Neither healthcare providers nor patients should rely on TIPQC's Podcasts in determining the best practices for any particular patient. Additionally, standards and practices in medicine change as new information and data become available and the individual medical professional should consult a variety of sources in making clinical decisions for individual patients. TIPQC undertakes no duty to update or revise any particular Podcast. It is the responsibility of the treating physician or health care professional, relying on independent experience and knowledge of the patient, to determine appropriate treatment.

Ps Makhai reminds us of how expectant the first church was and how our level of expectancy today has shifted. As always, thank you for your generosity!  If you would like to give to Destiny Church, please click this link and then click the giving tab! https://destinychurch.me/ Or text destinychurchgive to 77977!

Moving From Disappointment to Expectancy

Prayer is the picture of the posture of our heart before God.

Prayer is the picture of the posture of our heart before God.

Prayer is the picture of the posture of our heart before God.

Is it a joke, or is it "hateful rhetoric"? In this episode of Chaos Culture Radio, we dive into the explosive fallout after President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump called on ABC and Disney to fire Jimmy Kimmel. The controversy stems from a monologue where Kimmel referred to the First Lady as having the "glow of an expectant widow"—a remark that has taken on a dark new meaning following the attempted assassination at the White House Correspondents' Dinner just days later. In this episode, we break down:The "Expectant Widow" Joke: A look at the mock WHCD speech Kimmel gave on Thursday night and why the Trumps say it "went far beyond the pale."Melania's Rare Statement: Analyzing the First Lady's public call for ABC to "take a stand," labeling Kimmel's words as "corrosive" and "hateful."The WHCD Shooting Connection: How the Saturday night security breach—where a gunman was intercepted while targeting the President—has fueled the argument that Kimmel's rhetoric "legitimizes violence."Kimmel's Defense: Recapping Jimmy's Monday night monologue where he refused to apologize, claiming it was a "very light roast" about the Trumps' age difference.The Free Speech Debate: George Clooney and other celebrities weigh in on whether "jokes are jokes" or if the political climate has made late-night comedy "dangerous."ABC's Past Precedent: Recalling Kimmel's brief suspension in September 2025 and whether the network will fold under pressure from the White House and the FCC again.Episode Insight: We explore the fine line between political satire and what the White House calls a "despicable call to violence." Can late-night comedy survive in 2026?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chaos-culture-radio--3078307/support.Follow Chaos Culture Radio for real conversations that move culture forward.New episodes every week.Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

Late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel maintained he was making an “age gap” joke about Melania Trump looking like an “expectant widow.” Kimmel’s joke was days before a third attempt was made on President Trump’s life at the WHCD and while some have said it was distasteful, others maintain it was dangerous, even suggesting it could encourage violence against the President. ABC has remained silent around the controversy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PBD breaks down Jimmy Kimmel's “expectant widow” joke about Melania after the Trump shooting, Van Jones' warning about turning the shooter into a hero, and how years of media-driven Trump hatred are fueling real-world assassination fantasies and political violence.

Late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel maintained he was making an “age gap” joke about Melania Trump looking like an “expectant widow.” Kimmel’s joke was days before a third attempt was made on President Trump’s life at the WHCD and while some have said it was distasteful, others maintain it was dangerous, even suggesting it could encourage violence against the President. ABC has remained silent around the controversy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel maintained he was making an “age gap” joke about Melania Trump looking like an “expectant widow.” Kimmel’s joke was days before a third attempt was made on President Trump’s life at the WHCD and while some have said it was distasteful, others maintain it was dangerous, even suggesting it could encourage violence against the President. ABC has remained silent around the controversy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel maintained he was making an “age gap” joke about Melania Trump looking like an “expectant widow.” Kimmel’s joke was days before a third attempt was made on President Trump’s life at the WHCD and while some have said it was distasteful, others maintain it was dangerous, even suggesting it could encourage violence against the President. ABC has remained silent around the controversy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Melania Trump has responded to Jimmy Kimmel following his controversial parody of the White House Correspondents' Dinner, which has sparked significant backlash, as reported by RadarOnline.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mickey joins Russell Dorch, and Matt Noetzel from the Fellowship Mosaic team for a conversation on prayer. They reflect on what it means to pray earnestly and expectantly, building on themes from that week's sermon and offering practical encouragement for a deeper prayer life.

The early church in Thessalonica shows us what a transformed life truly looks like. Their faith was rooted in Scripture and empowered by the Holy Spirit, producing real conversion. Even in adversity, they endured with joy, becoming examples to others. Their lives spoke loudly—they turned from idols, shared the gospel boldly, and lived with purpose. But what set them apart most was their expectation. They lived daily looking for Jesus to return. An expectant church isn't passive—it's active, faithful, and hopeful. As we await His coming, may we live the same way—ready, resilient, and reaching others.

Matthew 7:7–11 | Adam Smith

Matthew 7:7–11 | Adam Smith

We begin our new sermon series on Acts 2:42-47.

Sermon by Jesse Cupp

Most KidMin leaders underestimate how crucial Easter planning is, and often miss the opportunity to serve with purpose amidst the busy chaos. In today's conversation with Brittany Nelson from Deeper KidMin, we'll discover how a strategic, faith-centered approach to Easter can turn a hectic weekend into an impactful gospel moment for your church. You can find Brittany on socials at @deeperkidmin.Visit our retreat website to register for our upcoming KidzMatter Retreat! To be entered to win free tickets, email hannah@kidzmatter.com and tell us why you love the podcast.

As Pastor Jack Graham teaches on today's PowerPoint, our lives will move in the direction of our faith, and while we might not always know what's happening, we can know that God is at work and that with Him, as Scripture says in Matthew 19:26, “all things are possible.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/395/29?v=20251111

Our giving ultimately points beyond itself to Christ, God's indescribable gift.(2 Corinthians 9:12–15)

It’s the day we celebrate God incarnate, the baby Jesus born in a humble stable. It was a miraculous birth . . . on many levels. And yet the simple circumstances masked the enormity of how deity came to dwell among humanity. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us connect the past and the future as we consider how Jesus could return at any time. His return will be no less miraculous. And today, a lesson on “patient expectation.” Spiritual momentum is building! Help us continue to meet this unique moment by supporting our evangelistic efforts in 2026—give before the year ends! — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In any gathering, there are a few people in the spotlight, so to speak, and there are a few on the periphery. Those in the spotlight may seem like the most interesting people in the room, but those on the periphery sometimes have the most fascinating stories. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie takes us to the birth of Christ and helps us meet a couple of people who seem to be on the periphery of the story, but who have much to teach us about having a love for Christ. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.