Podcasts about longings

Click here to read the episode highlights.   The "Living with Heart" Podcast is brought to you by Chip Dodd Resources (www.chipdodd.com) and The Voice of the Heart Center (vothcenter.com). You can connect with Dr. Chip Dodd at chip@chipdodd.com. Contact Bryan Barley for coaching at bryan@vothcenter.com.    Keeping Heart, a book by Dr Chip Dodd, is written in short sections that are self-contained as specific pieces. Each section focuses on a dimension of living fully, loving deeply, and leading well a life that leaves a legacy of goodness.    Please visit chipdodd.com to download a free resource of the “Feelings/Needs Chart.” The chart integrates the essentials of The Voice of the Heart and Needs of the Heart that leads to experiencing the Gifts of the Heart.   The Equation for the Gifts of the Feelings By practicing the equation, we can live fully; we can love deeply; we can lead well.   By practicing the equation, we discover that core feelings lead to genuine relational needs, which move us to admitting the desire of our hearts, as well as our longings and hope.   Feelings > Needs > Desire > Longings > Hope, as explored in Episode #80 and Episode #81.   The equation requires courage, that is, bringing your heart to who and what matters to you.   WILLINGNESS + PATIENCE + WORK + TIME = GIFTS   Willingness: Willingness is the courageous energy of allowing your heart to be given over to hoping again. Hope has become dangerous to many of us because of past experiences that turned out very differently than what we had hoped. Taking the risk of hoping again is fearful. We need help in risking hope, but we must take the risk if we are to experience new, better, or improved outcomes. Running from hope makes us sick.    Patience: Patience is ability to persevere amidst the struggle that comes with your desire to live fully. Patience literally means, “burden of hope.” So often what we seek and what we desire requires the ability to wait—to delay gratification—as we continue to move towards fulfillment. Waiting means that we continue to hope even though it is painful. Waiting requires feeling and needing, and means that our hearts carry the “burden of hope,” as we persevere, with the encouragement of others and faith in God.   Click here to continue reading the episode highlights. 

Join Janet Aucoin and Alexandra Nitzschke for an inspiring conversation about the deep longings within every heart—and how a biblical lens reveals glimpses of God's goodness all around us. Discover hope in the waiting as you recognize the blessings hidden in everyday moments. Don't miss this heartfelt episode that invites listeners to find purpose and peace, even in times of uncertainty or trials. Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and refocusing for us and we appreciate your patience as we do this. That means we will not be airing our quarterly recaps on each of the gospels as we anticipated, but don't let that stop you from digging into the gospels! We're taking this opportunity to share some previously released episodes with you. If you are a newer listener, we're excited for you to hear some of these earlier episodes and for our long-term listeners, we are hoping that these episodes will be an encouragement to you once again! We look forward to returning in the future so stay tuned! ⁠Episode Transcript⁠Resources:Books⁠Heaven - Randy Alcorn⁠⁠Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent⁠Video⁠Dealing with Unfulfilled Longings - Janet Aucoin⁠Visit the ⁠Joyful Journey website⁠ to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast⁠Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their⁠ MABC through Faith Bible Seminary⁠.

Today’s Bible Verse: "But whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life." — John 4:14 Every one of us has deep longings—desires for love, acceptance, security, and purpose. We often try to fill those voids with relationships, success, achievements, or possessions, but nothing fully satisfies. In John 4:14, Jesus promises something different: living water that refreshes our souls and fills us with eternal hope. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel

2 Samuel 22: 1-20Deuteronomy 32: 4Psalm 31: 1-4 Isaiah 26:4 Acts 4:11-12 Ephesians 2:20-22 Rev. Sonny Walker

Acts 1:6-8 Genesis 12: 1-3 Exodus 19:5 Isaiah 42: 6-7 John 20:21Rev. Dr. Alec Flynt

Juli and her guests explore the infiltration of erotica and LGBTQ themes into young adult fiction. From board books to bestselling novels, today's literature isn't what it used to be—and parents are the last to know. You'll hear stories from the frontlines and get practical tools to help you navigate today's fiction. Whether you're raising toddlers or talking with teens, this is a conversation every parent, teacher, and youth leader needs to hear. Guests: Greta Eskridge and Korrie Johnson   Follow-Up Resources: It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn: A Parent's Guide to Helping Children and Teens Develop Sexual Integrity by Greta Eskridge Pulling Back the Shades: Erotica, Intimacy and the Longings of a Woman's Heart by Dr. Juli Slattery and Dannah Gresh Good Book Mom Plugged In Redeemed Reader Read Aloud Revival  

In this message, Josh Bayne explores how, instead of endlessly climbing ladders that won't deliver, we're invited to bring our desires and restlessness to Jesus, who offers lasting fulfillment and purpose. We're all chasing something. From childhood dreams to adult goals, we're wired to pursue “the good life.” But what if the life we're chasing is actually exhausting us instead of satisfying us? 

Rev. Dr. Alec Flynt 1 John 4:7-12 Isaiah 62: 2-5Psalm 63: 1-4 

Proverbs 3: 5-6Proverbs 9:10James 1: 5 Psalm 119: 105Mathew 7:24 Ephesians 6:8b-10James 3: 13-18Isiah 30: 18-21 Philippians 1: 9-10 Proverbs 14: 12 1 John 4:1 Romans 12: 2

Unfulfilled longings are painful. But, according to Amy Baker and Kristen Clark, they're also good. Learn more on today's episode.

Rev. Dr. Alex Flynt Psalm 144:15 Psalm 16:11Isaiah 61:10 Philippians 4:10-13Romans 15:13Galatians 5:22-23Psalm 128:1John 13:14-17Psalm 84:2 Psalm 133:1-2Jeremiah 29:11Revelation 21:4Titus 2:13Proverbs 3:13

Sue Monk Kidd writes fiction and non-fiction. Her novels include The Secret Life of Bees, The Mermaid Chair, The Invention of Wings, and The Book of Longings. Some of her non-fiction titles include The Dance of the Dissident Daughter and When the Heart Waits. In this episode we discuss her new novel The Book of Longings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wednesday evening message from the pulpit of Shawano Baptist Church

That which we hold in our hearts from others are the very things when shared, provide healing. Little do we realize, often when it is later than it needs to be, that we have access to make a difference in the experience of life. Give a voice to the longings of your heart.God bless,Rev LeonPsalm 42

After Jesus ascended to heaven his followers shared the gospel at great risk, persecution, and detriment to their worldly safety. Yet their confidence and longing for heaven was so real it allowed them to joyously live for Christ. Heaven wasn't "just the good place of death" it was central to how they responded to Christ and lived in the world. This series studies the magnificence of heaven in an attempt to reform and inspire the short lives we have prior to heaven.

Send us a textMarrying a man of godly character sounds amazing... but how can you know if he's actually walking the walk — not just talking the talk? You need more than good vibes and sweet words. You need real answers to questions like:“What kind of character does this guy really have?” “Where does his heart stand when it comes to God's Word?” “Is his love for the Lord visible in his daily actions?” “Does he truly live with Scripture as the highest authority in his life?”In today's episode, Kristen and Bethany get real about what it looks like to truly discern a man's heart — so you can make wise, Christ-centered relationship decisions that stand the test of time.GRAB THE DIGITAL GUIDE: How to Discern a Guy's True Character*This episode originally aired as EP 159. Support the showRESOURCES: Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan for Fearless Femininity Love Defined: Embracing God's Vision for Lasting Love and Satisfying RelationshipsSex, Purity and the Longings of a Girl's Heart Support the Show FOLLOW US: JOIN US ON PATREONGirlDefined.comInstagramYouTube

Send us a textAuthor Rebecca George shares profound insights about her book "You're Not Too Late" which explores finding joy amid unfulfilled longings and learning to trust God's timing in our hurry-up world.• Rebecca is an author, podcaster, and pastor's wife living near the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee• Her book "You're Not Too Late" tackles how to handle unfulfilled longings in relationships, career, and other areas• Most longings fall into two categories: relational (marriage, children, reconciled relationships) and vocational (career, ministry, business ventures)• True joy comes from abiding in Christ, not from achieving our desires• We often equate God's goodness with getting what we want, but His faithfulness isn't contingent on our circumstances• Desires can become idols when they consume our thoughts and prevent us from seeing what God is doing now• Rebecca and her husband unknowingly prayed at the same bench years before meeting—a beautiful testimony to God's divine timing• The book includes practical exercises, scripture references, and case studies to help readers process their own waiting seasons• A free 11-session video series accompanies the book for individual or group studyFind Rebecca on Instagram @rebeccageorgeauthor and her book "You're Not Too Late" wherever books are sold. Order Stephanie's new book Imagine More: Do What You Love, Discover Your Potential Learn more at StephanieNelson.comFollow us on Instagram @stephanie_nelson_cmFollow us on Facebook at CouponMom

In today's episode we are defining longings in a relationship. George and Laurie identify two different types of longing. The first seen as a more physical and emotional pain around an unmet need. These are longings that have to do with not being seen, or heard and require comfort and reassurance to restore safety. The second type of longing centers on growth and expansion. It is where we work to express our desire, pleasure and fantasies to one another. When there has been a prolonged negative cycle, longings typically are about safety and many couples struggle with longings that promote pleasure. What does the idea of longings bring up in you? Are yours more focused on safety or growth? Make sure to listen and share this episode with your love to learn more about what your longings are and how to express them in your relationship.  Check out this episode's sponsor (and help keep it hot!): Uberlube.com -- Laurie's long-time favorite personal lubricant! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other. This podcast episode focuses on the critical concept of "timing" in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), specifically when and how therapists should "play it" during therapeutic sessions. Hosts Dr. James Hawkins and Dr. Ryan Reyna discuss the importance of recognizing and responding to vulnerable emotions and caregiving moments in couples therapy. Main Points: Key Ingredients of a Secure Bond Vulnerable, live emotion Accessible, responsive, and engaged (ARE) caregiving system Timing Considerations Earlier in therapy: Play moments quickly (less room for vulnerability) Later in therapy: More space to let emotions develop Clinical decision-making about when to intervene Critical Moments to "Play It" When vulnerable emotion emerges When a caregiving response is present Before the moment passes or the cycle interrupts vulnerability Risks of Not Playing the Moment Clients may exit the vulnerable space Emotional opportunities can be lost Cycle of interaction can revert to negative patterns Practical Advice Catch and recognize emotional moments Make clinical decisions about intervention Prioritize creating space for emotional connection The episode includes a role-play demonstration illustrating these principles, emphasizing the importance of therapist attunement and timely intervention. Upcoming events, if you would like to train with James or Ryan… You can do a joint Core Skills (Colorado) with Lisa J. Palmer-Olsen & Dr. James Hawkins. Core Skills Modules 1 and 2 will be held October 8-10, 2025, and Core Skills Modules 3 and 4 will be held January 7-9, 2026. You can register at https://courses.efft.org/courses/2025-core-skills-colorado. October 15-18, 2025, you can do an Externship with James in beautiful Bend, Oregon. You can register at https://www.counseloregon.com. You can train with Ryan, as well as George Faller, doing a live and some time with James, at the annual Arkansas EFT Center externship. July 29-August 1, 2025, in person, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. https://www.arkansaseft.com/events/externship We would like to invite everyone to come hang out and learn with the SV team at the first-ever SV Focus Lab. This is an advanced, EFCT training intending to push the edge with a focus on nuance in application, illuminating EFT and Sue's incredible model.” You can learn more and register by going to https://www.svfocuslab.com. Leading edge listeners who register before July 1 with the code svfocuslab.com/leadingedge get a 10% discount. To support our mission and help us continue producing impactful content, your financial contributions via Venmo (@leftpodcast) are greatly appreciated. They play a significant role in keeping this valuable resource available and are a testament to your commitment to our cause. We aim to equip therapists with practical tools and encouragement for addressing relational distress. We're also excited to be part of the team behind Success in Vulnerability (SV)—your premier online education platform. SV offers innovative instruction to enhance your therapeutic effectiveness through exclusive modules and in-depth clinical examples.  Stay connected with us: Facebook: Follow our page @pushtheleadingedge Ryan: Follow @ryanranaprofessionaltraining on Facebook and visit his website James: Follow @dochawklpc on Facebook and Instagram, or visit his website at dochawklpc.com George Faller: Visit georgefaller.com If you like the concepts discussed on this podcast you can explore our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Thank you for being part of our community. Let's push the leading edge together!

Why are relationships so complicated? Why do our deepest desires sometimes feel impossible to satisfy? The answer might surprise you: God designed you this way on purpose.In this profound exploration of Song of Solomon 3:1-5, we dive into what appears to be a young woman's midnight dream of searching city streets for her beloved. But beneath this passionate pursuit lies a universal truth about human longing that resonates across centuries.God isn't surprised by your desires—He created them. Looking back to Genesis, we discover that longing predates sin. When God declared "it is not good for man to be alone," He first created the desire in Adam, then deliberately extended that longing by having him name all animals before bringing him Eve. Adam's response? "At last!"—the cry of a longing fulfilled.Whether you're seeking love, purpose, belonging, or security, these desires reflect Eden's echo in your soul. The problem isn't the longing itself but where we look for satisfaction. We pursue relationships, career success, social approval, or material comfort, yet remain unsatisfied because these things were never designed to fill the God-shaped void within us.Even Jesus experiences longing. He eagerly desired to share the Passover with his disciples and prays for believers to join him in eternity. In Revelation, he stands at the door of our hearts, knocking—not just to accomplish salvation but because he longs for relationship with us.What will you do with your longings? Rather than resenting them, mature believers thank God for desires that continually point us back to the only One who truly satisfies. Your longings aren't mistakes—they're invitations to discover that Christ alone offers what your heart most deeply desires. If you want to learn more about the MidTree story or connect with us, go to our website HERE or text us at 812-MID-TREE.

Those who experience same-sex attraction or gender confusion aren't the only ones who fall into the trap of the Enemie's lies.   Listen in to today's episode with Patti Height as she shares Part One of her God-story.     If you are needing some extra hope and encouragement this week, here are the top 10 Episodes for Moms (not in any particular order): Eps 27 Encouragement and Hope For All Moms: The Grieving Mother, The Mother Who Has Been Blocked Or Distanced From Her Child, The Mother Who Struggles With Mom Guilt and the Mom Who Is Doing Her Best To Stand Strong Gretchen Stockman – Help For the Parent Who Has Been Estranged From Their Child {Eps 78} Alicia Michelle – How To Show Up With Emotional Confidence with Family and Friends During The Holidays {Eps 72} Billie Jauss - To The Christian Parent With An LGBTQ-Identified Child: How To Tackle The Disturbing Thoughts That Keep You Up At Night {Eps. 51} Lori Margo: Tracking God – Positioning Ourselves to See God In the Midst Of A Difficult Season {Eps 48} Sarah Frazer – Navigating Through Life When This Isn't What You Signed Up For {Eps 46} How To Overcome Grief When It Is Impacting Your Life and Relationship With Your LGBTQ Identified Child {Eps 41} Taking Territory Back: How To Release the Power of God In Your Prayers For Your LGBTQ+ Loved One, Part Two with Lindsey Kiser Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity {Eps 31} Eps 9 – The Loudest Roar: Living In The Unshakable Victory Of Christ with Judy Dunagan

In this episode, Laura McKowen explores why community and courage matter more than ever in making change in your life. She dives into the “messy midle” – theu ncertain space between giving up what umbs us and becoming someone new. She shares the story of the Luckiest Club, a global sobriety community. Key Takeaways: Understanding that real transformation is messy Learning how sobriety isn’t the finish line, but the starting point for deeper healing Understanding why community is so important and powerful Discover fawning as a trauma response and how it shows up in life Learning to balance honesty with fear How discernment and clarity often come in conversation with others If you enjoyed this conversation with Laura McKowen, check out these other episodes: How to Tap Into the Longings of the Heart with Sue Monk Kidd A Journey to Self-Discovery and Sobriety with Matthew Quick Special Episode: Finding Hope on the Path to Sobriety For full show notes, click here! Connect with the show: Follow us on YouTube: @TheOneYouFeedPod Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Follow us on Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man's heart-longings provide an accurate index of his present and future character. Put simply, “Tell me what a man really wants and I will tell you what he is really like and what he will one day be.” Grace gives a man a new and heavenly set of desires for the judgments of God, what Spurgeon calls the saint's absorbing object. Then he considers the saint's ardent longing for those judgments. Finally, he points to the saint's cheering reflections drawn from such desires of the heart. The structure is simple, with that happy repetition which helps both to follow the argument and to fix it in the mind. As so often, Spurgeon moves without fanfare from David's experience to ours, unpacking the inner life of the believer in every age, giving preachers an example of what it means to enter into the mind and heart of his hearers. Spurgeon also excels in encouragements, which he offers both with regard to what a Christian is now and what he will one day be, so closing the loop of his sermon. And, of course, he wants us to be sure that such longing after God's judgments makes Christ himself most precious to the saints. Read the sermon here: https://www.mediagratiae.org/resources/holylongings Check out the new From the Heart of Spurgeon Book! British: https://amzn.to/48rV1OR American: https://amzn.to/48oHjft Connect with the Reading Spurgeon Community on Twitter! https://twitter.com/ReadingSpurgeon Sign up to get the weekly readings emailed to you: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts-1/from-the-heart-of-spurgeon. Check out other Media Gratiae podcasts at www.mediagratiae.org Download the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

A new MP3 sermon from Maidenbower Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Holy Longings (sermon 1586) Subtitle: From the heart of Spurgeon Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Maidenbower Baptist Church Event: Podcast Date: 5/9/2025 Bible: Psalm 119:20 Length: 27 min.

A man's heart-longings provide an accurate index of his present and future character. Put simply, "Tell me what a man really wants and I will tell you what he is really like and what he will one day be." Grace gives a man a new and heavenly set of desires for the judgments of God, what Spurgeon calls the saint's absorbing object. Then he considers the saint's ardent longing for those judgments. Finally, he points to the saint's cheering reflections drawn from such desires of the heart. The structure is simple, with that happy repetition which helps both to follow the argument and to fix it in the mind. As so often, Spurgeon moves without fanfare from David's experience to ours, unpacking the inner life of the believer in every age, giving preachers an example of what it means to enter into the mind and heart of his hearers. Spurgeon also excels in encouragements, which he offers both with regard to what a Christian is now and what he will one day be, so closing the loop of his sermon. And, of course, he wants us to be sure that such longing after God's judgments makes Christ himself most precious to the saints.

A reading of the poem "How a Place Becomes Holy" by Yehoshua November, reflections on the power of calling out to G-d with the few, ambiguous words we have, and the delicate invitations in both creativity and faith to trust what stirs inside us. Episode sponsored in honor of the safety and protection of the Jewish people in the Holy Land. To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comTo support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.TIMESTAMPS00:00 - "How a Place Becomes Holy"02:00 - Self-Trust in Creativity03:45 - Holiness as the Subtext of Reality04:22 - Story of Yeshaya Bar-Daki: A Cry for Life06:50 - An Experience at the Mikvah 08:58 - The Holiness in Everyday Life11:45 - Trusting the Heart's Longings

Send us a textWomen struggle with porn too.Have you ever experienced the fear and shame that follows the vortex of graphic movies, erotica, promiscuity, or porn sites? You may think you're alone and feel like hiding. But you're not alone—and there is hope and healing.We are all sexually broken. And we are all invited to participate in the love, forgiveness, and healing of Jesus. The great joy and passion of Dr. Joy Skarka is calling women to God's gracious power of redemption. Today we're chatting about her new book, Her Freedom Journey: A Guide Out of Porn and Shame to Authentic Intimacy. For more on God's design for sex and purity check out, Sex, Purity, and the Longings of a Girl's Heart: Discovering the Beauty and Freedom of God-Defined SexualitySupport the showJOIN US ON PATREON FOLLOW US:GirlDefined.comInstagram YouTube

Send us a textLet's be honest—pursuing purity while dating someone you're seriously into can feel next to impossible. The butterflies are real, the chemistry is strong, and suddenly you're wondering... is kissing too far? What about cuddling on the couch? Holding hands? Where's the line?!Navigating physical boundaries in a dating relationship isn't always black and white—and it can be so confusing. But here's the thing: honoring God and each other is totally possible, even when the sparks are flying.In this episode, we're getting real about the struggles, the questions, and the practical steps that helped us set Christ-honoring boundaries and actually stick to them. If you've ever wondered how to keep it holy while falling hard, this one's for you.Sex, Purity, and the Longings of a Girl's HeartAm I Ready to Start Dating? (PDF Download)How to Know if He's the One (PDF Download) Dating Resources from Girl DefinedSupport the showJOIN US ON PATREON FOLLOW US:GirlDefined.comInstagram YouTube

At Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Charleston, SC, our senior pastor Rev. Craig Bailey continued his First Peter sermon series, focusing on the two great longings that Jesus' prayers reveal.

Send us a textIs saving sex for marriage really worth it? Will the wedding night be totally awkward if we don't "practice" first? And what about sexual compatibility—doesn't that matter??We're two Christian sisters who made the choice to wait until marriage, and trust us—we've heard all the questions (and plenty of skeptical comments). So let's have an open, honest, and totally unfiltered conversation about it.After 6 and 14 years of marriage, do we regret waiting? If we could go back, would we do things differently? And were our wedding nights as awkward as everyone assumes? Let's talk about it.Sex, Purity, and the Longings of a Girl's HeartThe Ultimate Christian Woman's Honeymoon Prep Guide (PDF Download)The Ultimate Sexuality Mentorship Course for Single WomenSupport the showJOIN US ON PATREON FOLLOW US:GirlDefined.comInstagram YouTube

Luke 17:20-37 (Waiting Well: Longings, Distractions, and the Return of Christ) - Phil Adams by Park Community Church

Send us a textIt seems like everyone is sending nude photos these...even Christians. So what's the big deal? Isn't it good for me to keep a little spice in my dating relationship? What about the fact that I'm engaged and going to marry this guy? What's the harm anyway? Sex, Purity, and the Longings of a Girl's HeartSupport the showJOIN US ON PATREON FOLLOW US:GirlDefined.comInstagram YouTube

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Growing up Catholic can get you hooked on ceremony, ritual, and archetypal wisdom! At least, that's what happened with me. Here, I share my own stories of mystic development from my Catholic community and faith leadership into my intuitive path that kept the god, but blew open the boxes and rules. I wonder if you can relate.   Talked About in Today's Episode: 00:00 - From Catholicism to Spiritual Awakening 00:35 - Finding Sacred Rituals in Early Religious Practices 02:12 - The Power of Archetypes in Personal Transformation 03:48 - Limitations and Longings as a Woman in Structured Faith 06:15 - Awakening Beyond Religion: Embracing Intuition 07:52 - Practical Tips for Bringing Ceremony and Ritual into Everyday Life   Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at channelyourgenius.com for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? https://channelyourgenius.com/wisdom-mastermind    More Resources:

Welcome, Warriors, to The Power of God's Whisper Podcast. Have you ever had a deep longing, an unshakable passion that seemed to pull you in a direction you never expected? Could it be that these desires are more than just personal dreams? What if God is speaking to you through them?Our springboard for today's discussion is: Proverbs 16:9 – "The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps."God's voice is not always thunderous or wrapped in supernatural signs. Sometimes, He whispers through the desires He places in our hearts. But how do we know whether these desires are from Him or simply our own ambitions?Desires that align with God's will often persist, even in difficulty. They do not fade in the face of obstacles but deepen with time. Think about Moses—his desire to free his people began long before God spoke through the burning bush. Or Nehemiah, whose longing to rebuild Jerusalem was more than a personal dream—it was a divine calling.However, not every desire is God-given. Selfish ambition is often restless, fueled by ego, and leads to discontentment. God-inspired desires, on the other hand, produce peace, even amid uncertainty. They lead us closer to Him, not away.So how do we discern the difference? First, surrender your desires to God in prayer. Second, test them against His Word—would they glorify Him? Third, seek wise counsel from spiritually mature believers. Finally, step forward in faith and let God establish your steps.Question of the Day: Is there a desire in your heart that might be God's whisper leading you to something greater?Let's Pray: Lord, give us clarity to recognize Your voice in our longings. Align our desires with Your will so that our steps are firmly established in Your purpose. In Jesus' name, Amen.Let's Get To Work!My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome, Warriors, to The Power of God's Whisper Podcast. Have you ever wondered why certain dreams and passions burn within you? Are they just personal ambitions, or could they be placed there by God Himself? Let's explore how God leads through the longings of our hearts.Our springboard for today's discussion is: Psalm 37:4— "Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart."At first glance, this verse might seem like God is promising to give us whatever we want. But it's deeper than that. The key phrase is "delight yourself in the Lord." When we align our hearts with Him, He transforms our desires to reflect His will. His voice often speaks not in thunderous commands but through the deep, Spirit-led longings that stir our souls.Worldly cravings are fleeting, often driven by selfish ambition, pride, or temporary pleasure. But Spirit-led desires—those that persist, that align with Scripture, that bring peace rather than anxiety—are evidence of God's guidance. Think of David's desire to build a temple or Nehemiah's burden to rebuild Jerusalem's walls. These were not mere human ambitions; they were God's plan them leading through desire.If you feel drawn to a certain path, ask: Is this desire rooted in God's truth? Does it bear the fruits of the Spirit? Does it align with His Word? Seeking God first allows Him to purify our motives, shaping our passions into something that glorifies Him.Question of the Day: What is one desire in your heart that you feel may be God-led? How can you surrender it fully to Him?Let's Pray: Lord, we ask that You refine our desires and lead us according to Your perfect will. Help us to seek You above all, knowing that when we delight in You, our hearts will be shaped for Your glory. In Jesus' name, Amen.Let's Get To Work!My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

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Send us a textGod created women be beautiful AND to posses the allure of feminine seduction. But beauty and seduction are not the same thing. In our celebrity society today, beauty and seduction have become synonymous. In this episode, Kristen and Bethany react LIVE to their 2016 video about this topic and share honestly where they stand today. NEW BOOK - MADE TO BE SHE FREE BOOK - Battling Sexual Temptation: A Biblical Toolkit for Christian GirlsMUST READ - Sex, Purity and the Longings of a Girl's Heart Support the showJOIN US ON PATREON FOLLOW US:GirlDefined.comInstagram YouTube

Matthew 2:1-12 Tyler Dunn // Journey Pastor

Send us a textToday, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being  great Book Club Picks. And, we have a special guest to help us discover some great titles to get discussions going in your group.  Lisa Hedger is joining us from the podcast Everyone Loved It But Me. Lisa is in multiple book clubs, and knows her stuff!  Check out her podcast. And check out our Show Notes below...we've included 7 additional Book Club Picks just for you! Happy New Year!! Featured Books:The Life List by Lori Nelson Spielman (LP)First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston (LP)The Lamplighters by Emma Stonex (LH)The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd (LH)Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe (Lisa)Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner (Lisa)Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President by Candice Millard (Lisa)Books and Podcast Mentioned in This EpisodeEveryone Loved It But Me Podcast with Lisa HedgerThe Invention of Wings by Sue Monk KiddThe Light Between Oceans by M.L. StedmanThe Silence of the Girls by Pat BarkerAdditional Books That Go Along with Our StackKeeping Lucy by T. GreenwoodIona Iverson's Rules for Commuting by Clare PooleyTrue Biz by Sara NovicTake My Hand by Dolan Perkins-ValdezDon't Cry for Me by Daniel BlackThe Matchmaker's Gift by Lynda Cohen LoigmanThe Guncle by Steven RowleyWays to contact us:Follow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook:  Book BumbleOur website:  https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail:  bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comHey Friends, please rate and review us!

Fr. Bliss Spillar, our Senior Pastor, preaches on the first Sunday of Christmastide.Scripture PassagesWe join Christians worldwide by reading weekly texts from the Revised Common Lectionary and, over time, hearing the whole gospel story read within our community. This Sunday's readings were:Isaiah 61:10-62:3Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7John 1:1-18Psalm 147 or 147:13-21Intro for Sermon Podcasts Outro for Sermon AudioWe are a community hoping to live the Jesus-way in our city as a people of God's hospitality, God‘s restoration, and God's shalom. Learn more about All Souls Charlottesville: www.allsoulscville.com

How might we listen to our hearts more and tune into this “age of loneliness”? What are some vital connections between our public health crises, the loneliness epidemic, and our eco grief and anxiety? And what are the possibilities of intergenerational longings — for things already lost and gone amiss that we may not even have personal relationships with anymore, but that we must nevertheless work to restore and regenerate?In this episode, Green Dreamer's host, kamea, speaks with Laura Marris about the heart-centered stories, learnings, and inspirations from her book, The Age of Loneliness.*****Independent media is more important than ever! Support our podcast today at Patreon.com/greendreamer.

We have opened a new chapter, and it's time to invite in everything you are longing for. In today's practice, Rachel will guide you through a meditation to open a line of communication with your manifestations. Chances are, they are longing for you in return. All there is left to do is open the door. Tune in to begin. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We read an incredible book in our book club that is a part of Flying Higher, my program for divorced Christian women. This book healed me in ways I didn't expect, and I think the women in our book club would say the same.Our discussion on this book was so powerful that I just had to let you all listen to a portion of it, so that is what today's episode is all about!Read the show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Check out the book we spent this whole episode talking about: The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd.My newest book, All the Scary Little Gods, is a spiritual memoir about healing from religious trauma and toxic programming. Are you wondering what is happening inside your own painful and confusing marriage? I wrote another book just for you called Is It Me? Making Sense of Your Confusing Marriage: A Christian Woman's Guide to Hidden Emotional and Spiritual Abuse. Flying Free is my online membership program designed for Christian women in emotionally abusive marriages. Whether you want to stay in your marriage or leave, we want to equip and support you through this program.Flying Higher is my online membership program for divorced Christian women. Come rebuild your life after divorce with women just like you.