Podcast appearances and mentions of Francine Rivers

In this raw, soul-deep episode, Carina shares a longing that's been stirring in her spirit - a desire to be nearer to God than ever before. Inspired by a fresh encounter with Psalm 63 and a moment stirred by The Masterpiece by Francine Rivers, she speaks vulnerably about the ache for more of His presence, more of His voice, and more intimacy with the One who is always near. It's a reflection on holy hunger, trust in His promises, and the beauty of simply sitting with Him.

Join Kate and Sheila as they dive into the book of Exodus! God rescues His people from Egyptian bondage through 10 plagues defacing things the people of Egypt worshipped. Things get worse before they get better, as Pharaoh keeps saying no to letting God's people go. In this riveting book we meet Moses and follow him from the palace for 40 years, to desert for 40 years, where he encounters God who appoints him to free His people. Moses tries to talk God out of choosing him but God, the great I Am, knows best and He does not waver from Moses as leader for His people. To get a different look at Aaron, Moses' brother who helped him check out Sons of Encouragement by Francine Rivers.As the people leave Egypt they take unleavened bread, leaven symbolizes sin. As we partake of the Lord's Supper today unleavened bread represents Jesus' sinless body. If you would like to make unleavened bread, check out the links below.  https://grainsandgrit.com/unleavenedbread/Unleavened Bread with 100% Freshly Milled Wheat | Passover | Lord's SupperAdditional resource on Exodus:Book of Exodus Summary: A Complete Animated Overview (Part 1)https://www.thebiblerecap.com/ https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-exodusDear readers, we hope you have a blissful day that allows you time to curl up with a great book!Check out our website for summaries of all the podcasts https://recapbookchat.com/

Riscatto d'amore di Francine Rivers: la trama del libro ambientato in California che narra la storia d'amore tra Angel e Michael.

Hey yall! On today's episode I am reviewing one of my favorite books that I read, Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers. Feel free to leave a review/rating/comment on Spotify and let me know what you thought about today's episode! #bookreview#faith#faithbasedpodcasts#christianpodcasts#newepisodealert#newepisode#redeeminglove#francinerivers#beechannel27

Hey yall! On today's episode I am reviewing one of my favorite books that I read, Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers. Feel free to leave a review/rating/comment on Spotify and let me know what you thought about today's episode!Also, please participate in the poll! #bookreview#faith#faithbasedpodcasts#christianpodcasts#newepisodealert#newepisode#redeeminglove#francinerivers#beechannel27

Chelsea and Shelia shared library happenings and book club selections and discussed and recommended the following books.JFK Jr.: An Intimate Oral Biography by Rose Marie Terenzio, Liz McNeil, et al.The Cliffs by J. Courtney SullivanThe Sin Eater by Francine Rivers 

Aan de slag!Net zoals het verhaal van Tamar, heeft Francine Rivers ook een boek geschreven over het verhaal van Ruth. Het boek heet ‘Ongeschokt'. Lekker lezen dus!Deze overdenking is geschreven door schrijfster Suzanne Verschoor.

Hold onto your coffee cups, writers and readers alike! This week on The Booked Solid Podcast, we're hanging out with Emily Conrad, the author behind the swoon-worthy Rhythms of Redemption series. She's a master of crafting stories with heart an hope. Emily is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and as a former staff member of HopeWriters, Emily's had the privilege of chatting with some heavy-hitters in the writing world, like Francine Rivers, Susan Meissner, and Steven James. But that's not all! Emily also writes non-fiction (yes, she's that multi-talented) with pieces featured in GraceTable.org, Southern Writer's Magazine, and Seriously Write. So whether you're a romance fan, a fiction enthusiast, or just a sucker for a good writerly chat, this episode is for YOU. Grab your favorite cozy blanket, settle in, and get ready to laugh and learn from Emily's words and heart. Find Emily Conrad here: Website Instagram Find us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠ Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!

Aan de slag! Lees Genesis 38 rustig door om het verhaal van Tamar goed tot je door te laten dringen. Een tijdje terug las ik het verhaal van Tamar in een prachtig boek van Francine Rivers, 'Ontsluierd'. Een tip om dit boek eens te lezen! Deze overdenking is geschreven door schrijfster Suzanne Verschoor. 

This episode of 'Bad Words' kicks off Season 3 with hosts Janice (@godhasnotgiven) and Melanie (@climbholamel) diving into their first admitted fiction book, 'Redeeming Love' by Francine Rivers. The prologue reveals the tragic backstory of Sarah/Angel, exploring her complex relationships with her mother, absent father, and the traumas she faces. The hosts critique the literary value, character development, and potential messages to the 21st-century evangelical audience. The episode sets the stage for a detailed analysis of the book's themes, characters, and narrative style.

Send us a textSummary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Becky Van Vleet, an award-winning multi-genre author, about her children's picture book, Angelina the Traveling Angel. The book follows Angelina, a magical Christmas tree topper, as she travels from home to home and questions her worth. Becky shares the inspiration behind the book, which is part of her traveling series based on objects passed down through generations in her family. She discusses the importance of preserving family stories and memories and the impact of her own writing journey. Becky also recommends the book Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers and shares her favorite children's book author, Patricia Palocco. Takeaways Preserving family stories and memories is important for passing down traditions and creating a sense of identity.Children's books can convey important messages, such as the gospel, in a fun and engaging way.Writing can be a fulfilling and unexpected journey, even for those who may not have considered themselves writers before.Books have the power to impact and inspire readers, shaping their perspectives and values. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background03:00 The Inspiration for Angelina, the Traveling Angel07:21 The Message of Angelina, the Traveling Angel12:49 The Value of Family Stories and Memories16:18 Becky's Writing Journey21:48 Impactful Books in Becky's Life23:18 Favorite Children's Books25:42 Upcoming Projects27:54 Where to Find Becky and Her Books29:01 ConclusionHome - Becky Van VleetAngelina, the Traveling Angel - Kindle edition by Van Vleet, Becky. Children Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.Let's discover great books together!Follow for more:FB: @bookworthypodcastInstagram: @bookworthy_podcastYouTube: BookWorthy Podcast - YouTubetiktok: @valeriefentress

We're so excited to share our first-ever Q&A episode featuring us two, your co-hosts! We opened the forum for questions, with nothing off-limits. That's right! You grill. We spill. Tune in today for our responses to your inquires about our career goals for the next year, book recommendations across the genres, balancing author + family life, and more! Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!  Find us on Instagram (⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠@stephanienmack⁠)!  ⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠ ⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠ TODAYS SOLID BOOKS: ⁠Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon⁠ ⁠Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt⁠ ⁠Dinner for Vampires by Bethany Joy Lenz⁠ ⁠Love Haters by Katherine Center (Out 5/20/25)⁠ ⁠Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney (Out 1/15/25)⁠ ⁠Bronswood by Marissa Vanskike⁠ ⁠His & Hers by Alice Feeney⁠ ⁠Little Secrets by Jennifer Hillier⁠ ⁠Jar of Hearts by Jennifer Hillier⁠ ⁠Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly⁠ ⁠The Women by Kristin Hannah⁠ ⁠Yellow Wife by Sadeqa Johnson⁠ ⁠The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center⁠ ⁠How to Walk Away by Katherine Center⁠ ⁠Angels Walking by Karen Kingsbury⁠ ⁠Cole and Laila Are Just Friends by Bethany Turner⁠ ⁠Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

This is the fourth episode in a series of episodes dedicated to a young woman named Olivea.  This episode is with special guest, best-selling author, Francine Rivers. In this episode Francine shares with Janell and Olivea about her life journey, how she hears from God, why trusting His character is so important, and how she knows He cares even when life can be full of disappointments or unexpected detours.    ABOUT FRANCINE RIVERS New York Times bestselling author Francine Rivers had a successful writing career in the general market for several years becoming a born-again Christian; she then wrote "Redeeming Love" as her statement of faith. A retelling of the biblical story of Gomer and Hosea set during the time of the California Gold Rush, Redeeming Love is now considered by many to be a classic work of Christian fiction and it continues to be one of the industry's top-selling titles year after year. Since Redeeming Love, Francine has published numerous bestselling novels with Christian themes—including The Masterpiece, Bridge to Haven, and A Voice in the Wind —and she has continued to win both industry acclaim and reader loyalty around the world. Her Christian novels have been awarded or nominated for numerous honors and in 1997, after winning her third RITA Award for Inspirational Fiction, Francine was inducted into the Romance Writers of America's Hall of Fame. In 2015, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). Francine's novels have been translated into over 30 different languages, and she enjoys bestseller status in many foreign countries. Francine and her husband live in Northern California and enjoy time spent with their grown children and grandchildren. She uses her writing to draw closer to the Lord, and she desires that through her work she might worship and praise Jesus for all He has done and is doing in her life.  

Do you like to read fiction books? It is interesting-- I did a survey maybe the second year of my podcast and asked what people want to hear about. One lady wrote, “I want to hear more fiction book recommendations.” At the time, I responded that I really did not read that genre; I mostly read nonfiction books. Well that all changed when I was introduced to Francine Rivers and her books. If you have not read one of her books, then I am so glad you tuned in today for this episode because I am sharing with you my favorite books written by Francine Rivers. I have so many favorites to tell you about. *Mark of the Lion Series by Francine Rivers *Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers *The Lineage of Grace by Francine Rivers *Sons of Encouragement by Francine Rivers *The Masterpiece by Francine Rivers At the end of the episode, I refer to my book so I wanted to share a link for it too! *Depth: Growing Through Heartbreak to Strength *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!

Guest Bio: Shadia Hrichi is a passionate Bible teacher and award-winning author who loves seeing lives transformed by the power of God's Word. Having experienced many heartbreaks, including abortion, date rape, divorce, and more, Shadia captures the hearts of her audience as she illustrates, through personal experience, God's love, faithfulness, and power of redemption. She holds a master's in biblical and theological studies as well as a master's in criminal justice. Shadia is the author of several Bible studies, including Tamar, Hagar, Legion, and Worthy of Love and the recipient of several awards, including the 2022 WCCW God's Word is Alive award. Shadia is often invited to speak at retreats, conferences, and other events and has served on faculty for a number of christian writers conferences. Her bible studies have been endorsed by Bible Study Magazine (Faithlife/Logos Bible Software), Liz Curtis-Higgs, Francine Rivers, and many others. Currently residing in northern California, Shadia loves to visit the ocean each week for “a date with Jesus.”   Show Summary: When you read the beginning of Joshua. . . .does the name Rahab ever catch your eye? Have you ever wondered more about this woman who is briefly mentioned in the Old Testament and then again in the lineage of Jesus? Today, hosts Elisa Morgan and Eryn Adkins are taking a deep dive into looking at Rahab with writer and Bible teacher Shadia Hrichi. Shadia brings great insight and even some ways that we can relate to Rahab during this God Hears Her conversation.   Notes and Quotes:  “I didn't know I was hungry until I was fed.” —Shadia Hrichi  “In our dark moments, our God meets us and says He sees us.” —Elisa Morgan “God cares about her [Rahab] enough to recognize her, and her longing for Him, that He's going to step in.” —Shadia Hrichi  “It really doesn't matter what we've done, do we have a heart for God?” —Shadia Hrichi    Verses:  Genesis 21 Joshua 2 Joshua 6   Links:  Shadia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadiahrichi/ God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her email sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/sign-upsfmc  Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/ Elisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisamorganauthor/   MB01DYJA3BMDGQ9

Ako židovská otrokyňa nemá svetlé vyhliadky do budúcnosti. Čoskoro však zistí, že v jej rukách možno spočíva osud národov. Keren, nadaná židovská pisárka, ktorá pracuje pre veľkého Daniela, si spolu s jeho synmi a ich priateľom Jeredom osvojuje cudzie jazyky aj umenie šermu. Po tragickej nehode, ktorá jej zmení život, sa ocitá ďaleko od domova, kde je poverená zvláštnou úlohou: z pastierika vychovať šľachtica. Keď sa náhodou dozvie pravdu o chlapcovom pôvode, pochopí, že ho musí ochrániť pred krvilačným kráľom. Jered síce nedokáže Keren odpustiť, no napriek tomu sa vydáva na dlhú cestu cez hory, aby ju bezpečne priviedol domov. Keď zistí, kto je v skutočnosti Kereniným žiakom, potlačí v sebe zatrpknutosť a rozhodne sa svojej niekdajšej priateľke pomôcť zachrániť toho, ktorý jedného dňa vyslobodí jeho ľud z babylonského zajatia. "Tessa Afshar kombinuje dobrodružstvo a romantiku s takým spádom, že som knihu nemohla odložiť a prevracala som jednu stránku za druhou. Páčilo sa mi, ako priviedla k životu toľko historických postáv. Skrytého princa veľmi odporúčam." - Francine Rivers, najpredávanejšia autorka podľa New York Times Preklad: Zuzana Vengliková Audiokniha: Skrytý princ Autor: Tessa Afsharová Interpret: Dominika Morávková Dĺžka: 11:49 h Vydavateľstvo: Publixing a Kumran Audiokniha Skrytý princ na webe Audiolibrix (MP3 na stiahnutie) Audiokniha Skrytý princ na webe Publixing (MP3 CD)

Samantha reviews her favourite biblical western lovestory Redeeming Love, while Indy gets back into the world of Wong KarWai with a review of Days of Being Wild, and we get ready for In The Mood For Love and 2046.     I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha & Indy Randhawa   Redeeming Love is a 2022 American Christian Western romance film directed by D.J. Caruso, who co-wrote the screenplay with Francine Rivers. The film is based on Rivers' 1991 novel of the same name, which was based on the Biblical story of Hosea, and is set in the American Old West during the California Gold Rush. It stars Abigail Cowen, Tom Lewis and Logan Marshall-Green.   Days of Being Wild is a 1990 Hong Kong drama film written and directed by Wong Kar-Wai. Starring some of the best-known actors and actresses in Hong Kong, including Leslie Cheung, Andy Lau, Maggie Cheung, Carina Lau, Jacky Cheung and Tony Leung, the film marks the first collaboration between Wong and cinematographer Christopher Doyle, with whom he has since made six more films.   In the Mood for Love (Chinese: 花樣年華; lit. 'Flowery Years') is a 2000 romantic drama film written, produced and directed by Wong Kar-wai. A co-production between Hong Kong and France, it portrays a man (Tony Leung) and a woman (Maggie Cheung) in 1962 whose spouses have an affair together and who slowly develop feelings for each other. It forms the second part of an informal trilogy, alongside Days of Being Wild[6] and 2046.   2046 is a 2004 romantic drama film written, produced and directed by Wong Kar-wai. An international co-production between Hong Kong, France, Italy, China and Germany, it is a loose sequel to Wong's films Days of Being Wild (1990) and In the Mood for Love (2000). It follows the aftermath of Chow Mo-wan's unconsummated affair with Su Li-zhen in 1960s Hong Kong and includes elements of science fiction.

Christian Historical Fiction Talk is listener supported. When you buy things through this site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Become a patron and enjoy special perks and bonus content.Jamie Ogle is our guest on the podcast this week, and she's here for the first time. Her new book, Of Love and Treason, is her fictionalized version of St. Valentine, so perfectly appropriate for this time of year. We chat about her research, her struggle with the end of the book, and her hobby of beekeeping, among other things. What a great book, endorsed by Francine Rivers! Patrons get to hear about the very first story she ever wrote. Valentine defies the emperor and becomes a hero . . . and the most wanted man in the empire. Compelled by his faith, he has nothing to lose, until a chance encounter with the daughter of a Roman jailor changes everything.Rome, AD 270. In the wake of the emperor's marriage ban, rumors swirl that there is one man brave enough to perform wedding ceremonies in secret. A public notarius and leader of an underground church, Valentine believes the emperor's edict unjust and risks his own life for the sake of his convictions. But as his fame grows, so do fears for his safety.Iris, the daughter of a Roman jailor, believes regaining her sight will ease the mounting troubles at home. Her last hope rests in searching out Valentine and his church, but the danger of associating with people labeled a threat to the empire is great. Still, as Iris's new friends lead her to faith in God, Iris is drawn to Valentine and they both begin to hope for a future together beyond the treacherous empire.But when a past debt and a staggering betrayal collide, Valentine, Iris, and everyone they love must fight for their lives . . . and wrestle with trusting a God who can restore sight yet does not always keep His followers from peril.Get your copy of Of Love and Treason.Learn more about JamieI'm Jamie Ogle, award-winning author of historical fiction full of danger, (good) rebels, and deep faith.​I grew up in northern Minnesota listening to my grandparents tell stories from their youth. Stories of fighting in WWII, of panning for gold in Alaska, of crossing the Nebraska prairies in a covered wagon during the Great Depression, of gypsies stealing chickens, of a city girl falling in love with a farmer.  Listening to them, I fell in love with stories, with history, with grit and perseverance. I also grew up listening to my parents read missionary stories to me and my sisters before bed. Those stories of faith, sacrifice, and courage inspired me even more.  I read everything I could get my hands on and started writing stories of my own. My first story was self-published and self-illustrated on a piece of cardboard, and I've never stopped writing since. I studied English and writing craft at Iowa State University and am a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW).  My husband and I love to travel, and currently live in central Iowa where we can usually be found gardening, beekeeping, homeschooling, and tromping though the woods with our three young children. ​Okay, that's enough about me. I'd love to connect with YOU! Drop a note on the Contact page, join my email list, or connect with me on Instagram or Facebook! I'd love to hear from you!

Thank you for joining us on this journey where we learn more about the world and people around us as we do this work to inspire communities, influence culture and provide action steps along the way.Here are a few of our favorite conversations from previous episodes:> Healing Trauma Through Creativity> Francine Rivers & Redeeming Love> It's A Human Issue> Gina's Story Pt. 1> Story of a BuyerLISTEN, SHARE A LEAVE A REVIEW!Your participation in any of these ways help us spread this awareness and further our mission. Thank you!

Today on the show, Karen welcomes friend and author, Francine Rivers, and they share the story of how they became friends and colleagues. Karen Kingsbury has told a million stories, but this is the first time she's told HER story!  Out of all of her bestsellers, Karen wants to be remembered for the stories she wrote with the days of her life! On her first ever podcast, Karen hopes and prays throughout these episodes you'll see yourself in the stories she shares.Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! Come back next week to hear all about how Karen Kingsbury began on the journey of writing Christian Fiction!Show Links:For tickets and more information about Karen's movie SOMEONE LIKE YOU, visit SomeoneLikeYou.movie.Click here to view the trailer for SOMEONE LIKE YOU movieFor information about Karen's books, visit KarenKingsbury.comTo sign up for Karen's Newsletter, visit KarenKingsbury.com/newsletterTo receive information about an adoption grant, visit KarenKingsbury.com/foundation Read by Ryan Grow.  Personal ad for Someone like you. Check out Someone Like You, a new film from Karen Kingsbury.You can also watch this episode on YouTube HERE. You can also watch this episode on YouTube HERE.

Creston Mapes grew up in northeast Ohio, where he has fond memories of living with his family of five in the upstairs portion of his dad's early American furniture store - The Weathervane Shop. Creston was not a good student, but the one natural talent he possessed was writing. He set type by hand and cranked out his own neighborhood newspaper as a kid, then went on to graduate with a degree in journalism from Bowling Green State University. Creston was a newspaper reporter and photographer in Ohio and Florida, then moved to Atlanta, Georgia, for a job as a creative copywriter. Creston served for a stint as a creative director, but quickly learned he was not cut out for management. He went out on his own as a freelance writer in 1991 and, over the next 30 years, did work for Chick-fil-A, Coca-Cola, The Weather Channel, Oracle, ABC-TV, TNT Sports, colleges and universities, ad agencies, and more. He's ghost-written more than ten non-fiction books. Along the way, Creston has written 13 contemporary thrillers, achieved Amazon Bestseller status multiple times, and had one of his novels (Nobody) optioned as a major motion picture. Creston married his fourth-grade sweetheart, Patty, and they have four amazing adult children. Creston loves his part-time job as an usher at local venues where he gets to see all the latest-greatest concerts and sporting events. He enjoys reading, fishing, thrifting, bocci, painting, pickleball, time with his family, and dates with his wife. Connect with Creston Mapes on his Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | BookBub More about I Am In Here: Little Do They Know, I Can See and Hear Everything! Eighteen-year-old Hale Frodele is presumed braindead from a tragic church bus accident in which he lost his younger brother, Nate. Little does anyone know—Hale hears and understands everything with crystal clarity. Hale remembers when his mom died at age 44 of pancreatic cancer and his dad turned his back on God. Hale understands that the unbeliever his dad remarried whispers bitterly that Hale is ‘pitiful' and ‘ruining' her marriage. Hale knows his father has borrowed a large sum of money from a deranged loan shark named Sebastian and the payback is due in 48 hours. Hale believes in his best friend Gilbert, who still visits him weekly, prays for his healing, and is beginning to realize something is very wrong in the Frodele household. Hale is in here . . . and he has a mind-blowing story to tell. With tension on every page, Amazon #1 Best-Selling author Creston Mapes demonstrates why he is a "Top Pick" among mystery, fiction, and thriller lovers. Fans of Terri Blackstock, Charles Martin, Christy Barritt, Robert Whitlow, Karen Kingsbury, and Francine Rivers will love this thriller from award-winning and bestselling author Creston Mapes. Purchase a copy of I Am In Here. Don't forget to subscribe + leave us a rating and review! Be sure to visit the full show notes and listen to other episodes at thetriciagoyershow.com. And check out my newest book Beyond the Gray Mountains at https://triciagoyer.com/big-sky-series/! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetriciagoyershow/support

Happy Wednesday! Thanks for joining us on the Finding Something REAL Podcast! Today, Janell and Leonie have a conversation with Francine Rivers the author of Redeeming Love. Francine shares about her faith journey and how it is reflected in her writing. She talks not only about the story of Redeeming Love, but also about the Redeeming Love Foundation and the recently released Redeeming Love movie. They also discuss topics such as how Christians can still be imperfect, pushback Francine has received from the Redeeming Love movie, the Christian publishing market, and more. We hope you enjoy! ** Please note that today's episode does cover topics such as sex and sex trafficking. **About FrancineNew York Times bestselling author Francine Rivers had a successful writing career in the general market for several years becoming a born-again Christian; she then wrote Redeeming Love as her statement of faith. A retelling of the biblical story of Gomer and Hosea set during the time of the California Gold Rush, Redeeming Love is now considered by many to be a classic work of Christian fiction and it continues to be one of the industry's top-selling titles year after year. Since Redeeming Love, Francine has published numerous bestselling novels with Christian themes—including The Masterpiece, Bridge to Haven, and A Voice in the Wind —and she has continued to win both industry acclaim and reader loyalty around the world. Her Christian novels have been awarded or nominated for numerous honors and in 1997, after winning her third RITA Award for Inspirational Fiction, Francine was inducted into the Romance Writers of America's Hall of Fame. In 2015, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). Francine's novels have been translated into over 30 different languages, and she enjoys bestseller status in many foreign countries. Francine and her husband live in Northern California and enjoy time spent with their grown children and grandchildren. She uses her writing to draw closer to the Lord, and she desires that through her work she might worship and praise Jesus for all He has done and is doing in her life.___________________We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!To learn more about Faithful Counseling and if it is a good fit for you, you can click here!FSR: Gaia's Intro FSR: Gaia & Dr. Erik ThoennesFSR Gaia & RobbyFSR: Gaia and ZachFSR s5e26 with LeonieFSR August 2022 with Leonie and Frank TurekFrancine's websiteRedeeming Love Foundation Redeeming Love (Book)Redeeming Love MovieThe Scarlett Thread (book)The Atonement ChildDan in Real Life (movie)The Chosen seriesExpository Preaching Hosea (BibleGateway)

#4-001 Beginning a new season of Real Life on the Prairie podcast with A Hard Topic, Sexual Abuse. After watching the excellent new Francine Rivers movie "Redeeming Love" and then the original Fall of the Cabal series, CPTSD from childhood trauma prompted me to torch this topic. I pray YHWH prepare your heart to receive the message and guide you in conversations with others.Redeeming Love by Francine RiversBook - https://a.co/d/8jCgH6PMovie - https://www.amazon.com/Redeeming-Love-Abigail-Cowen/dp/B09PQFVMCG/Remember, YOU can weather the storms of life with God's divine help. ☕ Visit Dawnita at PrairieDustTrail.com@DawnitaFogleman or @Prairie_Dust on social mediaSupport the show

If you've ever wanted to start journaling or have tried to in the past, but have dropped it out of the pressure to keep it up or not knowing how to start in today's conversation, Sopha shares her experience and heart on the topic of journaling in a way that's so refreshing and simple. To start us off in today's episode, Sopha shared the story of her unbelievable childhood and past which is SO powerful and so full of God's grace. She then gives us a beautiful breakdown of the value of journaling, how to not feel daunted by it, how to find a rhythm for yourself, encouragement for anyone who's currently feeling lost in a sea of unknowns or struggles, and so much more. --------------------------------- Show notes: https://theheartuniversity.com/323-the-art-of-journaling-with-sopha-rush --------------------------------- Content Pillars Freebie: www.theheartuniversity.com/pillars --------------------------------- Content Freebie: www.theheartuniversity.com/content --------------------------------- Heart Shop Website Templates: www.theheartuniversity.com/website-templates ---------------------------------  A Lineage of Grace by Francine Rivers: https://amzn.to/3ZmB8V2 The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz: https://amzn.to/3FLnio0 --------------------------------- Connect with Sopha:  www.instagram.com/sopharush  https://www.facebook.com/sopharush https://www.tiktok.com/@sopharush 100 Days of Living Deeply Rooted: A Devotional Journal: https://amzn.to/3TKZ3MG --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- PODCAST10 for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity    

Friends - please know that this film, and likewise our discussion, has themes of abuse and could be hard to hear. Please do not listen if you are easily impacted.  We get together to talk movie themes - again! Redeeming Love is based off of the book of Hosea in the Bible, is adapted into a historical fiction novel by Francine Rivers, and into Karen's favorite movie!  Love, Forgiveness, and the importance of Strong Masculinity are themes in our discussion.  Check out our Marian Series, posted every Thursday.  As always, follow us on Instagram: @holyspontaneity Send in your questions on love, dating, engagement, marriage, and being single for them to be featured on a special April episode!  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holyspontaneity/message

I'm back from my 7 day trip to paradise and ready to talk about all of the moments God spoke to me. I read a book by Francine Rivers that changed my entire mindset and also realized how much we self-sabotage and get in our own ways. Listen now to be encouraged and to hear how God used 2 people in the Bible to teach us about this. Listen now. XOXO Tarryn Ps. You're Chosen & Anointed ----more---- TONS of free tools over on my IG page: @TarrynSarcone My Prayer List Prayers I say over my kids The Valley Guide: 5 Steps to Get Out of the Valley Print out of your Identity & Inheritance Fave books & devotionals Favorite adult and kids bibles My 12-step recovery program  Favorite research website Accountability software for kids Favorite must watch sermons  I also have a course available for you to Find Your Purpose and a 6-Month Private Coaching Experience for those looking for a Coach to help you bring your dreams to life.   Check out everything HERE

Episode 9 told the story of how God used a move into a new house, an invitation to church by an eight year old boy, and good preaching to compel Francine Rivers to recognize Jesus as Lord and experience his redeeming love. In this bonus episode Francine talks about beginning her writing career while raising young kids, making the movie based on her book (Redeeming Love), the importance of history, her favorite Christian novel and writers, and what advice she'd give women who have had an abortion or are considering one.FrancineRivers.comTestimonyPodcast.comTestimony Podcast on InstagramChad Harms on InstagramDonate to the Show

This is part 2 of a review of the books I've read in 2022! Part one was published on June 21 (episode 52) if you want to listen to that one first. I also update you on how many of the items on my Christmas season bucket list I actually completed. Today's episode includes: #7: An Echo in the Darkness by Francine Rivers https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/46601.An_Echo_in_the_Darkness #8: The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53137974-the-good-sister?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=n9xcE6qIie&rank=1 #9: Breakfast at Tiffanys by Truman Capote https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/251688.Breakfast_at_Tiffany_s_and_Three_Stories?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=gIMPm8TdYT&rank=1 #10: Four Treasures of the Sky by Jenny Zhang https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55987334-four-treasures-of-the-sky?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=84WuTH8vfC&rank=1 #11: As Sure as the Dawn by Francine Rivers https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/95621.As_Sure_as_the_Dawn?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=6dJpH80Rgc&rank=1 #12: A Good Scent from a Strange Mountain by Robert Olen Butler https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/261601.A_Good_Scent_from_a_Strange_Mountain?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=pZp2yHBNek&rank=1 And, still working on: Hero Maker by Dave Ferguson https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35553381-hero-maker?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=BoFVj0cTGG&rank=2 Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Tori Weschler https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22693240-taking-charge-of-your-fertility?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=sBQ1zZjaWa&rank=1 Also Mentioned: Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6668467-winter-garden?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=kgu51k5JQH&rank=1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/morning-by-morning/message

Get Your FREE Gift from Nicole! Nicole has written a free Christmas Eve liturgy for you and your family: https://www.nicoleunice.com/christmas When you sign up for Nicole's newsletter, you'll also be entered to win Lineage of Grace by Francine Rivers! TODAY'S PASSAGE: 1 Kings 1:28-31: 28 Then King David said, “Call in Bathsheba.” So, she came into the king's presence and stood before him. 29 The king then took an oath: “As surely as the Lord lives, who has delivered me out of every trouble, 30 I will surely carry out this very day what I swore to you by the Lord, the God of Israel: Solomon your son shall be king after me, and he will sit on my throne in my place.” 31 Then Bathsheba bowed down with her face to the ground, prostrating herself before the king, and said, “May my lord King David live forever!” WHAT DOES IT SAY? - Bathsheba is a key person in David's kingdom - Lineage passing WHAT'S THE BACKSTORY? - Run down your study notes in 2 Samuel 12- Trouble in the kingdom, sons ready to kill for the throne- Backstory of the pain and renewal of David and Bathsheba - a whole new life WHAT DOES IT MEAN? - So why is Bathsheba mentioned in Matthew 1? (And she's named Uriah's wife)- Advent: as we wait, we can trust in the renewal of all things that is promised through Christ and in Christ's ultimate return: Titus 3: 4-6:  4 But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior. WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR ME? God's plan is uncomfortable- if we didn't know it before with Tamar and Rahab, Ruth are we getting it by now? Do not count yourself out -- you are not your own judge. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart. - 1 Samuel 16:7 FOLLOW NICOLE:Website: https://nicoleunice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nicoleuniceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleunice/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicole.unice/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

**Giveaway! Enter to Win Lineage of Grace by Francine Rivers by signing up for Nicole's newsletter at: https://nicoleunice.com/christmas/ Today's Passage: Ruth 1:15-18: 15 “Look,” said Naomi, “your sister-in-law is going back to her people and her gods. Go back with her.” 16 But Ruth replied, “Don't urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God. 17 Where you die I will die, and there I will be buried. May the Lord deal with me, be it ever so severely, if even death separates you and me.” 18 When Naomi realized that Ruth was determined to go with her, she stopped urging her. WHAT DOES IT SAY? Ruth makes an incredible declaration of loyalty, commitment, and acceptance of God. WHAT'S THE BACKSTORY? Ruth is Moabite: why is that significant? Corners of fields were historically left for the poor to glean. Themes in the book of Ruth include emptiness/fullness; God's sovereignty and also human responsibility/courage WHAT DOES IT MEAN? The story of Ruth closes with genealogy: a little micro-story of the goodness to come in Matthew 1. God's sovereignty is on the move from generation to generation. During hard, evil times, God is at work. God's extension of grace to outsiders is a theme throughout the Bible and through the line of Jesus. He is in the business of renewal, moving us from emptiness to fullness. God rewards faith, tenacity, and audacity – we see this in Ruth. WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR ME? What do you need to hear in this story today? Be encouraged - God's not done even with your story. FOLLOW NICOLE:Website: https://nicoleunice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nicoleuniceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleunice/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicole.unice/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For additional notes and resources check out Douglas' website.O.T. backgroundRemember separation of Israel and Judah, two centuries earlier (1 Kings 12:25-33), under Jeroboam IRival shrines – with idolatryRival priesthood – low standard of leadershipRival holidays – to prevent northerners from choosing to blend the two religious systemsThis evil king is immediately challenged by a prophet (1 Kings 13).It just so happens that in Amos' time (8th C. BC) the northern king is Jeroboam II.Amos was written near the end of his reign.Amaziah is false priest at Bethel in the time of Amos (d.767)Recall  the promises and threats related to covenant faithfulness (Leviticus 26, Deuteronomy 28)Blessings: physical, economic, military, and national blessingsPunishments: agricultural failure, anxiety, pain, fear, exileThe earthquake: in the days of Uzziah, the king of Judah (742 BC). See also Zechariah 14:5.Economic situation760s-750s is a boom timeNeighboring nations are too weak or distracted to constitute any significant threat to the prosperity of Israel.International trade is strongBorders restored to limits of 931 BC (end of time of Solomon)Leisured upper class with a decadent lifestyle (2:8, 4:1, 6:1)The poor are oppressedBut the bubble is about to burst in a serious way!The oppressive upper class will be brought down.The nation will be delivered over to its enemies (Assyrian exile, 722 BC).The manEarliest writing prophet and earliest minor prophetContemporary of Isaiah, Hosea, MicahA shepherd and dresser of fig trees (7:14-15)From Tekoa, a town in southern Judah6-10 miles south of Jerusalem (2 Samuel 14:2,4,9; 2 Chronicles 11:6, 20:20; Jeremiah 6:1)The modern Arab village of Tekua, 2700' above sea level.The wilderness of Tekoa sinks 4000' to the east.He was a southerner called to preach up north.Amos is Hebrew for “load, burden.” What was his burden? With what message had the Lord loaded him?Prologue to the Book of Amos (1:1-2)Roar of a lion -- see 3:8 (also Joel 3:16, Hosea 11:10).Like most of the prophetic literature, Amos is a mixture of poetry and prose.Usually prophets mix judgment and restoration oracles. In Amos, little hope is expressed till the very end.Withering of the top of Carmel (usually green) signifies the extreme judgment of GodSpiritual drought > literal drought (e.g. 8:11-12)Message of the BookReligion without righteousness is worthless.Malachi 1, Revelation 3.Moderation, "balance" render religion worthless.How we treat others reflects quality of our relationship with God.Similarities to James. The James of the O.T.No other prophet so carefully scrutinizes and condemns the justice system in Israel.Demand for justice (5:24).Idolatry has no ethical demands! True religion is invalidated if we do not love our fellow man.God isn't only interested in the covenant people; he's concerned about the nations.See 3:9, 4:10, 6:14, 9:7.International vista!Israel will be punished.The 16 oracles mainly feature doom.Not until the end of chapter 9 is there any hope.ImpactIn the Bible:Amos significantly influenced Isaiah, Jeremiah, and other prophets.A couple of passages are quoted in the New Testament, which we will cover later on.In our dayInspiration for Civil Rights movementSocial consciousness among many churches todayOur own lives: If they were held responsible to practice the righteousness of the God whom they worshipped, aren't we even more responsible to take a stand for the justice of God?Conclusion"The words of Amos burst upon the landscape of the Northern kingdom, Israel, with all the terror and surprise of a lion's roar. Though their main targets were the palaces of Samaria and the shrines at Bethel and Gilgal, the prophet's words were to resound throughout Israel's entire landscape leaving no part nor person unscathed" (Tyndale commentary, p.87).Advanced:Amos comes immediately after Hosea in the LXX.Learn about Jeroboam I by listening to Old Testament Character podcast 33.Further study:Francine Rivers, The Prophet (Carol Stream, Illinois: Tyndale House, 2006)Hosea-Jonah, The Word Biblical Commentary (New York: Word, 1987)The Twelve Prophets, Volume 1 : Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, The Daily Study Bible Series (Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 1984)Joel & Amos, The Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries (Downers Grove:  Inter-Varsity Press, 1989)Abraham J. Heschel, The Prophets (Peabody, Massachusetts: Hendrickson, 1999)Podcast on the person Amos (at this website), here.

Francine Rivers is one of her generations most influential Christian authors. Her writing has impacted millions of Christians. Her most famous book, Redeeming Love, has sold over 3,000,000 copies and has been translated into 30 languages; it is considered by many to be a classic work of Christian fiction.Before she was a famous Christian author Francine wrote "steamy romance" novels that helped her escape the struggles of life—struggles that included anguish over having had an abortion and a marriage that was on the verge of divorce. This is the story of how God used a move into a new house, an invitation to church by an eight year old boy, and good preaching to compel Francine to recognize Jesus as Lord and experience his redeeming love. FrancineRivers.comTestimonyPodcast.comTestimony Podcast on InstagramChad Harms on InstagramDonate to the Show

We have a treat for you today! We recorded an extra long episode where we deep dive the first book in Francine Rivers' The Mark of the Lion Trilogy. You don't want to miss this one!

Every time they turned around, Jesus confounded the religious elite. They thought they knew how a man of God should act, especially with whom he should associate. It's surprising how God shows up in the narratives of Scripture. In Katy Nichole and Big Daddy Weave's song "God Is In This Story," we are reminded that he also shows up in the broken stories, just like His Son. Join me this week as we explore a large chunk of Genesis with our antenna up for how everything affects the story of Judah and Tamar. Spoiler alert: their stories directly affect our own. In this week's episode, I discuss the following: Taking a B.I.T.E. out of Scripture - this week's Bible Interaction Tool Exercises include: Read in context Set a timer and read for a set period rather than a set number of verses or chapters Read and keep on reading Focus on a theme Use your imagination Consult an outside resource The book I'm writing and all that I'm learning about writing a good story God's involvement in the details of our story, even when it doesn't seem like it Interacting with the great ancient narratives of Scripture - Genesis 25-50 Big Daddy Weave and Katy Nichole's thoughts on the song - TheChristianBeat.org Article Judah and Tamar's story - Genesis 38 Understanding Judah's backstory to put "flesh" on him in this story (back up to Genesis 25) Using our imagination to translate what we do know about Judah and Tamar and the culture into possible/probable feelings and brokenness A fly-over of Genesis 25 through our focus story in Genesis 38 Accessing the imagination of Francine Rivers through her novella on Tamar found in her compilation book "A Lineage of Grace" - Amazon Paid Link   I want us to study a story found in Scripture that by all accounts you would say there's NO WAY Jesus is in this story. This is a broken mess.   More Than a Song Playlist Additional Resources Lyrics - NewReleaseToday.com The story behind the song "God Is In This Story" by Katy Nichole and Big Daddy Weave - NewReleaseToday.com Article by Kevin Davis "A Lineage of Grace: Biblical Stories of 5 Women in the Lineage of Jesus - Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, & Mary" by Francine Rivers - Amazon Paid Link Weekly Challenge Take on a good chunk of Genesis this week. Back up to Genesis 25 and read forward to the end. Read with your "Judah antenna" up. Consider how the details you are reading might weave their way into his thinking and actions. Challenge yourself to look at Tamar differently. Read with imagination and consider what elements were indeed in their lives yet not detailed in the Scripture account. Pray and ask God to reveal Himself to you through their story. Then ask God for the assurance

This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the LEWT fishing tournamenr cheaters who wete caught stuffing lead weights into fish to make they weigh more. Troy shares Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Christian Film Quality Top 3 Moments in Baseball A Good Word: Compassion Matthew 9:35-36 cheating, fisherman, professional fishermen, fishing tournament, LEWT, walleye, lake erie, scandal, stealing, sinkers, christian movies, Francine Rivers, romance novel, best selling novels, Redeaming Love, Hosea and Gomer, Christian films, Pure Flix, baseball, World Series, Kansas City Royals, Arizona Diamondbacks, Jeter, Yankees, George Bush, Kirk Gibson, Dodgers, Los Angeles, September 11, first pitch, New York, Chicago Cubs, Rick Monday, Luis Gonzalez, MLB, Nolan Ryan, no-hitter, Kerry Wood, Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ http://admiralspennant.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

In this episode, I share 30 things I've learned by age 30, after having my birthday recently. I enjoyed reflecting back on my life, all God has given me, and what I've learned that I want to take with me into this new season of life. I also shared my progress / updates on the goals discussed in the last episode! Links are below for items mentioned in the episode: Book "As Sure As The Dawn" by Francine Rivers: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/95621.As_Sure_as_the_Dawn Book "Taking Charge of Your Fertility" by Toni Weschler https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22693240-taking-charge-of-your-fertility Book "It's Not Supposed to Be This Way" by Lisa TerKeurst https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38915855-it-s-not-supposed-to-be-this-way Workout Videos with Juice and Toya: https://www.youtube.com/c/JuiceToya Language Learning Resource Duolingo: https://www.duolingo.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/morning-by-morning/message

I grew up loving to read. Now, part of this could be because my mom was a teacher. And another part of this could be because our generation wasn't technically a part of the technology age until we were in our teens. Tablets, smartphones, and streaming apps weren't a part of my childhood (thankfully)! Anyway, I grew up lovinnnng books. I could read for hours on end. It was like stepping into the pages and traveling to different worlds with new friends. In high school (and even into college) I got into reading romance novels. Who doesn't love stories of unlikely romance and handsome heroes?! Anyway, there did come a point when I began to feel convicted about reading them. I still loved the plot lines and thrill of romance, but I was beginning to ache for stories that had something deeper. Perhaps in parallel with my own life, I was wanting to read about women who were pursued by men who had hearts for God. It was around this time I discovered one of my favorite authors: Francine Rivers. As I made it my mission to read every book she had written, I began to notice two different types of stories she wrote. Half of them were completely fiction (still with underlying Godly themes). The other half were based around Biblical characters that we know today. This was, perhaps, the first time I began seeing the Bible as a book full of real people. I know that sounds silly, as I am a firm believer in the Inerrant truth of the Bible. But the fact remained, up to that point, I had often read the stories in Sunday school without really thinking beyond the words on the pages. They were just, well, stories! But then, I began reading a series called “A Lineage Of Grace”. In it were the stories of five women in the Bible (some of whom I've had episodes on). Each woman was a part of the lineage of Jesus. What was so beautiful about these stories, though, was the skillful way Francine Rivers transported you into their lives. It was riveting and eye opening. But most importantly, what it did was give me a new lens through which to read the Bible. It feels like a roundabout way of saying this, but until my early to mid twenties, I didn't exactly look forward to reading the Bible. And I was a reader! But this.. this beautiful perspective, brought by Francine Rivers, was a lightbulb moment for the reader in me. It made me want to start over reading the Bible. This time, more slowly. This time, I wanted to read it as if I were there. Thus began my journey into the Word of God. Over the years, I've been asked how to study the Bible. How to read the Bible. Where do you start? And as much as I'd love to point to resources and study guides, I have to say, for me, it started with this new perspective. Understanding these were real people and these events really happened… they weren't just Sunday school cartoon characters. Now, that being said, I will say there are practical steps to take. But before I read a single page, the first major step I took was changing the way I thought about the Bible and the people in it. I suppose this was on my heart today because I know that the Bible is the one thing that holds all of the wisdom we'll ever need in this world. We live in a tumultuous time. We live in a time that many consider new, educated, and more ‘enlightened' than ancient days. But sweet friends, there is nothing new under the sun. There is nothing that exists now that God didn't already know would exist. Humanity is as broken today as it was then. And until Jesus returns, true peace will never be known by the world. In the meantime, though, what we can do is equip ourselves with the Word. It will show us truth, expose our rebellion, and correct us in our mistakes so we can live God's way. This is basis on which we are to live, as Christians. This is what prepares us to go out and be salt and light. Thank you to our sponsor, LifeMark movie! Learn more about it and get your tickets at LifeMarkMovie.com. 

Books we reference in the episode:A Wish For Us - Tillie ColeBring Down the Stars - Emma ScottDrowning In Stars - Debra AnastasiaHeart Bones - Colleen HooverThe Silent Waters - Brittainy CherryHeartbreak Warfare - Heather Orgeron & Kate StewartCredence - Penelope DouglasRedeeming Love - Francine RiversClockwork Angel, Clockwork Prince, Clockwork Princess (The Infernal Devices Trilogy) - Cassandra ClareEnd of Day, Middle of Knight, Dawn of Forever (Jack & Jill Trilogy) - Jewel E AnnFirst Grave on the Right (Charley Davidson series) - Darynda JonesHarry Potter & the Sorcerer's Stone (Harry Potter series) - JK RowlingThe Help - Kathryn StockettCorrupt, Hideaway, Kill Switch, Nightfall (Devil's Night) - Penelope DouglasThe Boy & His Ribbon, The Girl & Her Ren - Pepper WintersWhere the Blame Lies, Where the Truth Lives - Mia SheridanSparrow & Hawke, Feather & Flame, Wishes & Wings (Birdsong Trilogy) - Nina LaneTikTok with expression examples - @periodotpages 

Jake and Bob sit down for an honest conversation with Hilde, a woman who would have once called herself a ‘gay Catholic.' Hilde's lifelong attraction to the truth made her feel intensely divided between the Catholic faith she was raised with and a lifestyle of same-sex relationships. Then, a spontaneous trip to Medjugorje changed everything. Now, Hilde defines herself more through her identity as a daughter of God than her sexual desires. Hilde's unflinching retelling of her story is a beautiful example of how God always pursues us.    Key Quote:   Being Christian is not the result of an ethical choice or a lofty idea, but the encounter with an event, a person, which gives life a new horizon and a decisive direction. - Deus Caritas Est (Benedict XVI) Key Points: While wrestling with some deep questions, Hilde found a copy of ‘Be Healed' on campus and ended up connecting with Bob for the first time Through her friendship and conversation with Bob, Hilde slowly grew trust and encountered inner healing Hilde shares her upbringing as the youngest in a large, orthodox Catholic family During a time of difficulty in her relationship with her mom, Hilde was innocently drawn into a relationship with an older woman which became sexual Hilde wrestled with questions of her identity and conscience while entertaining same-sex relationships, and some poor spiritual advice furthered her exploration In a moment of turmoil and prayer, Hilde felt drawn to go to Medjugorje and it was a transformative experience Hilde exhorts priests and spiritual leaders to share the truth in love about the Church's teaching, beginning with finding our identity as sons and daughters rather than focussing on our attractions Hilde continues her story, sharing what happened after Medjugorje and how she feels a strong new desire to become a saint, but doesn't feel called to marriage Each layer of healing comes with facing different shame but also experiencing deeper relationship with Jesus and new freedom Practical Application: Listen to this episode with a pen and paper in hand. What stands out to you? Make notes about key ideas that stand out to you. Reflect on why you highlighted those particular themes. Resources:  Be Healed, Dr Bob Schuchts (book) Redeeming Love, Francine Rivers (book) Connect with Restore the Glory: Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast  Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks! Audio editing by Forte Catholic

Today we are celebrating 3 years of Truth for your Twenties fun!  I'm sharing our 5 most downloaded episodes of all time! Here are your top downloaded episodes since the beginning: 5. Beginners Guide to Understanding the Bible 4. Are you relationship ready? 3. Anxiety? Discover the pressure-free method 2. Shame Free discussion on sex Honorable Mention my discussion with Redeeming Love author, Francine Rivers.  1. Porn...let's talk about it.    Check out the Everleigh Agency Shop Katie's store Book a call with Katie DM Katie on Instagram  

Francine Rivers, author of "Redeeming Love," shares her heart behind this novel that gave Sadie literal chills at the end. Francine opens up to Sadie about why she stands behind every scene in the film "Redeeming Love" film and why she chose to write a redemptive story that portrays the redeeming love of Christ in a lost world. She also talks about what God revealed to her as she was writing and what she learned from her encounter with cancel culture. You can change the culture instead of letting it change you. Be a light wherever you are! "The Lady's Mine" by Francine Rivers is available now. Visit https://redeeminglovesanctuary.org to learn more about how Francine's foundation supports survivors. https://losisterconference.com — Get $20 off with code COLLEGE from now till May 15! https://www.audible.com/SADIE — Visit the link OR text SADIE to 500-500. New members try Audible FREE for 30 days! https://athleticgreens.com/whoa — Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D & 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase! https://www.stamps.com — Get a 4-week free trial + free postage + a digital scale with promo code WHOA - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE THESIS: China's latest lockdown has a very precise motivation and it's related to the global supply chain problems [which I consider to be an attack on supply chains].   THE SCRIPTURE & SCRIPTURAL RESOURCES:  Hosea 4:1-3 - The Charge Against Israel 4 Hear the word of the Lord, you Israelites,     because the Lord has a charge to bring     against you who live in the land: “There is no faithfulness, no love,     no acknowledgment of God in the land. 2 There is only cursing,[a] lying and murder,     stealing and adultery; they break all bounds,     and bloodshed follows bloodshed. 3 Because of this the land dries up,     and all who live in it waste away; the beasts of the field, the birds in the sky     and the fish in the sea are swept away. THE NEWS & COMMENT: Washington is planning to expand apprenticeship requirements, requiring state training before you can get a job Agriculture stocks are cultivating some serious gains, but have investors missed the trade? Requisite Capital Management's Bryn Talkington shares her strategy for the group. German Food Prices Rise 20-50% Tesla Soars On Blowout Q1 Results, Warns Supply Chain Challenges Will Persist For Rest Of 2022 Netflix closes down 35% wiping more than $50 billion off market cap ZACH'S FILM REVIEW: Pureflix releases first look at 'Redeeming Love', Francine Rivers' take on Book of Hosea   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever felt rejected or betrayed? Perhaps you long to feel worthy and loved, but are seeking these affirmations in all the wrong places. If you can relate, then today's episode is a must-listen! Today, Mary is joined by best-selling author, Francine Rivers, as the two dive deep into Francine's top-selling title turned major motion picture, “Redeeming Love.” Using her writing to draw closer to the Lord, Francine desires that through her work she might worship and praise Jesus for all He has done and is doing in her life. Now recognized to be one of the industry's top-selling titles year after year, “Redeeming Love” is a statement of faith and retelling of the biblical story of Gomer and Hosea set during the time of the California Gold Rush. On today's episode, Mary and Francine talk at length about God's ultimate redeeming love for you and me as they dive into: What the Shakespearean phrase ‘all that glitters is not gold' truly means The power of the names given to us and the power of the names we give to things Why we push God away when we feel unworthy and what to do about it The ugly truths about sex trafficking and how to change the narrative for survivors How redemption of our stories and our lives is only possible through Jesus   If you are ready to be wowed by the classic love story that has captured the hearts of millions of readers worldwide, then make sure to tune in to today's amazing episode! Grab a copy of “Redeeming Love” here! https://www.amazon.com/Redeeming-Love-Francine-Rivers/dp/1590525132/ref=asc_df_1590525132/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241920322233&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=199598451397817017&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9008196&hvtargid=pla-452046609998&psc=1   --------------- MORE FROM MARY: You can find show notes for this episode at marymarantz.com/blog  For more inspiration and tips on owning your muddy story:  Find Mary on Instagram @marymarantz  Find Mary on YouTube by searching for the Mary Marantz channel If you love this episode, we bet you would also love Mary's first book Dirt, all about growing up in a trailer in West Virginia, before going on to Yale for law school. It is a story of redemption and how we make peace with our past. You can find that at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Target online or anywhere, books are sold. Don't forget to pre-order Slow Growth Equals Strong Roots while you're there, too!  Finally, if you are loving the show, will you take a minute to go rate it with five stars and leave a review? Wherever you listen to podcasts. This helps us get the show in front of so many more people and continues to help us book amazing guests for you here, like we have for you all season long here in the Slow Growth Equals Strong Roots Season. Thanks friends, we'll see you again soon.

Hosea may be best known through Francine Rivers's book Redeeming Love. The first three chapters tell of a prophet who marries a woman who will never love him back and he pursues her to the furthest extent. But there's even more to Hosea than that. In this episode, find out what the rest of Hosea's prophecy holds, what it teaches us about the NT, and how we can live by his words today. 

Friends!! It's been a minute!! So excited to be back. Today's episode is a little update on life lately and then talking about one of my absolute favorite things: OUR COMPLETE FREEDOM IN CHRIST. You're free from the power of sin. You're free from guilt and shame. The list of things you're free from in Christ is ENDLESS. You are SO free. What laws or rules have you placed over yourself or others that you don't even know about? You're free from them.  Let's walk in the full freedom God has called us into. Praying this episode brings you freedom in the Lord. YOU ARE SO FREE IN CHRIST IT'S CRAZY!  Galatians 5:13__________________________________________________Subscribe to my emails and Monthlyish Newsletter here! Join my bookclub here!LET'S CONNECT: madi@sunnyand65.com__________________________________________________Jared's Sermon Accidental Pharisees By Larry OsbornePilgrims Progress retold by Cheryl V. Ford.The Autobiography of George MullerRedeeming Love by Francine Rivers

Join Matthew, Steven and Craig as they sit down with best-selling author Francine Rivers. Francine is the author of Redeeming Love, among MANY other books. Listen in as the bros discuss the book, Mrs. Rivers' move to faith-based stories after her own conversion, and what it was like to see her written word make it to the big screen.  Let us know on social media on Facebook or Instagram Who is Driving Your Car Today!! Be sure to follow us on Facebook or Instagram

Internationally bestselling author Francine Rivers is on the show today sharing the impact of a story and about God's redeeming love. Francine had a successful writing career in the general market for several years becoming a born-again Christian; she then wrote Redeeming Love as her statement of faith. A retelling of the biblical story of Gomer and Hosea set during the time of the California Gold Rush, Redeeming Love is now considered by many to be a classic work of Christian fiction and it continues to be one of the industry's top-selling titles year after year. Since Redeeming Love, Francine has published numerous bestselling novels with Christian themes—including The Masterpiece, Bridge to Haven, and A Voice in the Wind —and she has continued to win both industry acclaim and reader loyalty around the world. Francine and her husband live in Northern California and enjoy time spent with their grown children and grandchildren. She uses her writing to draw closer to the Lord, and she desires that through her work she might worship and praise Jesus for all He has done and is doing in her life. “Be a love offering by allowing God to live through you. He makes all of us unique. Allow God to shine through you wherever you are.” Connect with Francine: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FrancineRivers Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrancineRivers Website: www.FrancineRivers.com

A few weeks ago, I released a short video explaining why I made the decision to not see the Redeeming Love, a move based on the Francine Rivers novel of the same name. My video was met with a mixed reaction. In today's podcast, you'll hear the audio from my video, along with my final thoughts as I engage some pushback and clear up some misconceptions.

The movie adaptation of Francine Rivers' Christian fiction book “Redeeming Love” is causing some controversy. The story parallels the book of Hosea in the Bible and shows a beautiful picture of God's love for us—even when we are in the darkest pit.Now that I've watched the movie myself, I want to share my thoughts about it with you.Scriptures HoseaRomans 9Going Farther Kay Arthur's story https://billygraham.org/audio/kay-arthur-i-shook-my-fist-in-the-face-of-god/Redeeming Love https://francinerivers.com/books/novels/redeeming-love/ Rescue by Lauren Daigle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYR0xP1j4PY  Websites Billy Graham Evangelistic Association – http://billygraham.org Billy Graham Radio – https://billygrahamradio.orgSamaritan's Purse – https://samaritanspurse.org/CissieGrahamLynch.com – http://cissiegrahamlynch.com   Social Media Connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Billy Graham Evangelistic Association FacebookBilly Graham FacebookBilly Graham Radio Facebook Connect with me on • Facebook - www.facebook.com/CissieGrahamLynch • Instagram - www.instagram.com/cissiegrahamlynch/ • Twitter - twitter.com/CissieGLynch • Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Facebook – www.facebook.com/BillyGrahamEvang…sticAssociation/ • Billy Graham Facebook - www.facebook.com/ReverendBillyGraham/ • Billy Graham Radio Facebook - www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/

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