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The Christian Outlook - December 14, 2024 Greg Seltz asks J.P. De Gance, who recently penned a piece titled “Make the Family Great Again,” about the collapse of the family and its societal impact. Georgene Rice invites Jenna Ellis, Senior Advisor at the American Family Association, to discuss key arguments of the Supreme Court case, United States v. Skrmetti, which challenges Tennessee’s law prohibiting puberty blockers and opposite-sex hormones for minors. Ellis also explores how the roots of the transgender debate tie back to the broader sexual revolution. Georgene Rice welcomes Pastor Allen Jackson of World Outreach Church in Tennessee.He discusses how our cultural and political crises are ultimately spiritual. He gives examples of ways Christians can be advocates for Jesus during the Christmas season. John Hall and Kathy Emmons talk with Kurt Bjorklund, Pastor of Orchard Hill in Pennsylvania, about taking Sabbath breaks from technology during the Christmas season and refocusing on God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, my guest Kari shares the 3 things that she values (Time with God, Marriage/Family, and Herself). During this conversation Kari shares the order of her values and how all 3 tie together. To learn more about Lashay visit lashayjohnson.com follow on IG @lashay109 To learn more about Kari visit karilifestyleco.com
Welcome back to the Voices of Wisdom and one of my favorite guests to have on the show, Sheira Kahn! Sheira is a staple on the Voices of Wisdom because of her playful depth, practical insight, and generous heart. She is also an eating coach as well as a Marriage & Family therapist. She developed a body of work called Eat in Peace, in which she supports her clients to transform their relationship with food and their bodies so they can live their lives to the fullest. My experience of Sheira is that she is brilliant, and as a former bulimic, is intimate with what it takes to heal our relationship with our inner selves from the inside out. To check out Sheira's work, head over to www.eatinpeace.love. Sheira is one of the most loving people I have ever met, and I cannot recommend her work enough!! In this week's sweet episode, we dive into: What learning to love ourselves really looks and feels like How loving ourselves can be deeply vulnerable and courageous How to balance the superego The importance of adopting an observer perspective What the difference is between ego-syntonic and ego-dystonic Why we must learn to love ourselves before relationship & so much more! If you'd like to let me know what you learned on this show or would like to reach out to say hello or inquire about coaching together, you can do so at www.vickyaldana.com or via Instagram @vickylizette.
In this sermon, Pastor Jim encourages us to build a strong marriage and raise responsible children the way God intended.Read along with us in Mark 10: 1-16
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Dr. Karyn Gordon joins Dr. Mindy to delve into a unique approach to work-life balance focused on energy management. Dr. Karen, a former therapist turned leadership and relationship expert, discusses the importance of vision and systematic strategies in professional and personal life. They highlight managing different life 'buckets' like career, friendships, and health, emphasizing self-awareness and self-care. The conversation also touches on nurturing fulfilling friendships and maintaining strong, supportive connections. Tailored for middle-aged women, this episode offers valuable insights on enhancing energy levels and achieving harmony between work and personal life. To view full show notes, more information on our guests, resources mentioned in the episode, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://drmindypelz.com/ep254 Dr. Karyn Gordon holds a Doctorate in Marriage & Family and certifications in leadership, Emotional Intelligence, and career direction. With 25 years of experience as a professional registered therapist and executive coach, she practices what she preaches – embracing a ‘work smart, play hard' philosophy. Her hobbies include interior design, tennis, skiing, travelling and cherishing moments with her husband of 22 years, twin teenagers, friends, and two energetic puppies in their home north of Toronto. Check out our fasting membership at resetacademy.drmindypelz.com. Please note our medical disclaimer.
Marriage & Family therapist and wife and mother of three, Nina Westbrook, is in the Mama's Den and we're talking about therapy, family, and how to heal from the trauma you may have experienced with your own mother, especially, when you enter motherhood.Visit Nina's mental wellness platform Bene by Nina Westbrook at benebynina.comAnd don't miss a new podcast we've tapped into to give us helpful insights on our parenting journey, Opportunity Gap: How to Support Kids of Color Who Learn Differently. Give it a listen here --> https://lnk.to/opportunitygapPS!themamasden
When we understand what happened in the beginning—how God intricately crafted marriage, family, and gender—it transforms how we live and view the present. These aren't just cultural constructs, but divine designs with purpose. Let's rediscover what God intended and how that shapes our lives today. Scriptures: Colossians 2:8, Matthew 19:3-6, Ephesian 5: 22-23, Genesis 1:26-28, Psalm 139:14, Jeremiah 1:5a
Jesus travels down to Judah, from Galilee, to celebrate the Feast of Dedication (or Hanukkah). He arrives and is tested by the Pharisees with questions on marriage and divorce. He answers these questions and proceeds to teach on consecration and the faith of a child. Matthew 19:1-15Psalm 139:23-24Mark 10:1-16www.messagetokings.com
Today we have special guests, our friends, Angel Moore and Marcus Tanksley. We talk about Marriage, Family, and Their Careers in Entertainment. Lets get into it!Guests: Angel Moore: https://www.instagram.com/thatchickangelMarcus Tanksley : https://www.instagram.com/marcusaintonthegramAbout the hostsTabitha Brown is the world's favorite mom and auntie! She is an Emmy award winning show host, actress, a 3-time New York Times Best Selling author and a 4 time NAACP Image Award winner. Follow Tabitha Brown: https://www.instagram.com/iamtabithabrown/https://www.iamtabithabrown.com/Chance Brown is a father, mentor, retired police officer, entrepreneur, and youth basketball coach. If you ask him, he'll tell you he is a professional human! Follow Chance Brown: https://www.instagram.com/teamchancebasketball/Watch us record Tab and Chance live and ask us questions (and watch our not official reality show) by joining us on patreon. https://www.patreon.com/TabandChanceWatch us record Tab and Chance live and ask us questions (and watch our not official reality show) by joining us on patreon. https://www.patreon.com/TabandChanceWatch us record Tab and Chance live and ask us questions (and watch our not official reality show) by joining us on patreon. https://www.patreon.com/TabandChance Watch us record Tab and Chance live and ask us questions (and watch our not official reality show) by joining us on patreon. https://www.patreon.com/TabandChance
A new MP3 sermon from Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: 8. Belonging: Marriage, Family, and Church Subtitle: PRTS Conference 2024 Speaker: Dr. Hensworth Jonas Broadcaster: Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary Event: Conference Date: 8/24/2024 Bible: Genesis 2:18-25 Length: 49 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: 8. Belonging: Marriage, Family, and Church Subtitle: PRTS Conference 2024 Speaker: Dr. Hensworth Jonas Broadcaster: Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary Event: Conference Date: 8/24/2024 Bible: Genesis 2:18-25 Length: 49 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: 8. Belonging: Marriage, Family, and Church Subtitle: PRTS Conference 2024 Speaker: Dr. Hensworth Jonas Broadcaster: Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary Event: Conference Date: 8/24/2024 Bible: Genesis 2:18-25 Length: 49 min.
Pastor Jordan Easley leads us in the message series called “God Defined It”.
Witness Wednesday #121 More PopWe Stories (Marriage/Family)Today's witnesses are from Matthew West's website called popwe.org. If you don't know who Matthew West is, he is a singer, songwriter, and storyteller. This website is for the non-profit that he has with his father, a pastor. Matthew and his father encourage people to share their stories. They have various categories of stories. Today, I chose three testimonies from the Marriage/Family Category. Satan is attacking our families and I think it can help us to see that God is looking out for us. Satan wants to destroy families but God wants to preserve them. Often, we can hear our own story in someone else's story. When we listen to others tell their story, it helps us see that we are not alone. When we hear how God worked in their situation, it gives us hope that He will work in ours, too! I pray when you hear these testimonies, you get the faith and hope to believe that miracles can happen in your situation also. I pray you know that God wants is there with you and if you invite Him into your family issues He can help.Zachary: 2016 started out as one of the most exciting years for me and my wife, Amanda. We were living in Calcutta, India; working at Calcutta School of Music and starting our own company to support local artists and musicians in the city. Amanda was expecting our first baby, Chloe West Ray, and she was due to arrive at the beginning of December. Amanda was in her third trimester when she became very sick one night. We admitted her into the hospital in Calcutta, India on a Monday night. Tuesday morning Amanda was feeling better and Chloe seemed to be doing ok too. Wednesday morning, before we were about to leave the hospital, we went in for one more ultra sound. I can still hear the doctor say, “We can't find a heart beat” as if it was today. We found ourselves sitting in that hospital room broken and confused, with no idea of what the next steps would be.There were very few words of comfort that helped. Although people were praying and offering their words of comfort, it felt like a season of being abandoned by God. The dreams of holding our little girl were stolen and shattered. Grief is a funny thing. The initial sting and pain becomes dull over time, but the memories and dull ache continues. I don't think our hearts are created for this world to overcome “grief” from tragedies or loss of loved ones; it becomes a part of our story, our life. We become a different person. The beautiful thing is that God stays the same and meets us where we are. I can honestly say God tangibly became my refuge in one of the darkest times in my life. He brought a healing into my soul like no earthly person could. We may never be the way we were before, but He shapes us into a new and often stronger person. I don't think we get over grief until we leave this world.We found out the following year that we were expecting another baby. Due to the loss of Chloe, it was difficult to not allow our fear and worry to overwhelm our joy. We simultaneously jumped for joy, and breathed a sigh of relief when our son was born.Pam: My husband and I had 7 kids – he had 3 and I had 2. Then we got custody of our 2 nephews. Less than a month after we received custody papers, our nephews' dad passed away. Their mom lived nearby, but didn't have much to do with the children. That has always caused its own set of problems.When we were going to get the boys out of foster care, we had no idea how we'd provide for 2 more, except for the fact that God had always provided for the 7 of us! We were fully trusting in Him to provide for all 9 of us. He did just that! We always attended church with the kids. We served in the church and paid our tithes. God never let us down.Recently, we had been praying for a job that would allow us more time together and get a lot of debt off of us. Biblically, we felt this was right. God is answering our prayers through a job we now have. We can work closer together and prayerfully begin to make more money and to pay off our debt.Even though life with a triple blended family was tough, and there were times we wanted to give up, we didn't. God saw us through. He is faithful and trustworthy. We hope and pray that our kids will remember that we gave and served, and that God was faithful. We are thankful!Most of our kids are grown now and one is in the service. We pray they will always remember that their relationship with God is most important!Theresa: In my past relationship, I walked on eggshells, was hyper-vigilant, and lived in fight or flight mode every day. His behavior was a constant up and down. He would ignore me, then act nice to make me think everything was okay, then abruptly follow it with rage. He would manipulate and gaslight me, keep me exhausted, and criticize me frequently. He'd make excuses for his behavior, never took accountability, and blamed me for everything. Nothing I did ever seemed right, and I slowly lost confidence in myself. I was lonely, unloved, and felt like a nobody. Any sign of me leaving resulted in violence. I was trapped in a trauma bond and I didn't see a way out. Some nights I would pray just to make it through another day.For years I endured financial, physical, mental, verbal, and emotional abuse. I had lost all hope but God had other plans for me. When I began focusing on the word of God and reading the Bible every day, I gained a newfound confidence that gave me the courage to seek help and find freedom. For the first time in a long time I am safe, hopeful, and looking forward to my future. I am blessed that God is giving me a second chance in life. Trials and tribulations are a part of this life, but with Christ, you can do all things!Thank you all so much for sharing your stories. I pray you continue to rely on the Lord and that He continues to bless your families. I know it can be hard to share your story with the world and yet when you do it helps other's see God working in their life as well. Thank you again! www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace
I had the opportunity to sit down with the talented muralists & artist... Dr. Berenice Badillo. We discuss her journey from immigrant to ultimately becoming a Marriage/Family & Art Therapist. We are also joined by her partner at Collectivo XoQUE, Selina Calvo! We learn about their collective work in the community and of course the restoration project of their Chicano Park Mural. What an episode! Take a Seat. Relax and Enjoy.I think you're going to enjoy this one. #EmoBrownEmpire #EmoBrown #ThePodcast
We were made for community with others. When we are isolated, we believe that we are the only ones struggling with certain things.
Phil M. Williams tells the terrifying and tragic true story of the Grabbe family--a wealthy midwestern family destroyed by infidelity, abuse, arson, multiple murders, desecration, and jailhouse retribution. If you'd like to hear more stories from Phil M. Williams, his books can be found here: https://philwbooks.com/ Sources: Neal, Jason, True Crime Case Histories Volumes 1-2-3 (IDigital Group, 2019)
Lorraine and Trish are joined by Tana Ramsay for one of their most frank, heartwarming and advice-filled interviews yet. The mum of six reveals how she keeps her family unit happy and well organised, what she's learned when crises have rocked its foundations and what it's really like being married to Gordon (including the only thing they ever row about!). And she shares her advice on parenting teens and twenty somethings as well as cooking for a larger family. TW: baby loss. Plus: how to channel your natural emotional resilience & what happened when your hosts hit the road on holiday togetherHandy linksDiscover our content website & sign up for our newsletters : Postcards From Lorraine & TrishContact us: hello@postcardsfrommidlife.comFollow us on Instragram: @postcardsfrommidlifeJoin our private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/681448662400206/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Result of Marriage :: Family Dynamics Part 2 by Rivertown Community Church
EPISODE 421: THE ROOTS | Marriage & Family Life Through a blend of inspiring and folksy stories, hosts Greg & Stephanie Schlueter discuss marriage and family as the root of civilization, the heart of every other "issue," and showcase their incredible movement, which is making homes places of ever-deepening encounter with Jesus Christ. In a particular way, they're engaging missioned grandparents and parents. (GO) Also in this episode, we do a deeper dive into the Gospel: "Speaking... the mighty acts of God." (Acts 2:1-11) And we discuss these consequential news stories from The Loop (CatholicVote.org) UNC Chapel Hill Defunds DEI, Funds Police Church Hit by Tornado Holds Sunday Mass Trump: I Will End Biden's Title IX Changes on ‘Day One' Target Cuts Back on ‘Pride' Line 85 Churches Burned Due to Canadian ‘Mass Grave' Hoax RFK Walks Back Full-Term Abortion Support A Medal Miracle Be challenged. Be encouraged. Be blessed. LISTEN NOW! SHARE! OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. We help families make their homes places of saint-making, culture-building, and territory-taking disciples of Jesus Christ. Over the past ten years, thousands have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've been united in gathering in our respective homes every week to talk and pray using a fun, meaningful "Live IT Gathering Guide" based on subsequent Sunday readings. Get your free LIT Guide at ILoveMyFamily.us or the Live IT App at MassImpact.us/APP. Right now, we are in particular need, and we would be so grateful for your prayers, engagement, and Partnership. GO: MassImpact.us/PARTNER IGNITE Radio Live was named by Spotify as a top podcast globally. Access all our other great programs at IGNITERadioLive.com, an outreach of Mass Impact, a dynamic missionary movement of families united in seeking, proclaiming, living, and building the Kingdom. Find out more and get on board at ILoveMyFamily.us. Please click on that partner tab. We are a full-time missionary movement 100% dependent upon your prayers and financial partnership. SUPPORT OUR MISSION: PURCHASE AMAZON BUTTON BUY GREG'S BOOK or AUDIO HERE "The Magnificent Piglets of Pigletsville: Our Present-Day Plight Wrapped in a Fairytale" IF YOU'RE A CATHOLIC MAN interested in missioned friendships marked by the hearts of men united in striving to build the Kingdom. GO: Pentecost365.us. JOIN OUR Belief & Beverages Nights: MassImpact.us/BNB PARTNER WITH THIS MOVEMENT at MassImpact.us/PARTNER. SUPPORT CATHOLIC BUSINESSES and leaders committed to professional excellence and building the Kingdom. GO: MassImpact.us/KINGDOM Oh, Most Holy Spirit, come and IGNITE the Great FIRE of Your Love! Set it ABLAZE in our minds and hearts! #Catholic #Marriage #Family #ilovemyfamily #ThyKingdomCome #christian #home #faith #children #virtue #holiness #funny #inspiring #love #parents #happiness #heaven --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/igniteradiolive/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/igniteradiolive/support
As a follow-up question to a recent episode about helping your spouse 'show up' or invest in your extraordinary life, we were asked: "I love listening to your podcast. I'm a stay-at-home mom of four and I homeschool. I really wish I could live a little more extraordinarily as your family does, but alas, I have a spouse (who I of course love!) that doesn't feel the same. I desperately want to travel, but he doesn't. I long to do things a different way, but he doesn't. I like to read and listen to podcasts and all the like, but he doesn't. But honestly, my real question here was about myself. You said something on your recent episode that hit me where it hurts. It was about how much hard work it is (an extraordinary lifestyle) and how it's kind of laughable to you now what you used to consider 'hard work'. I'm slightly ashamed to admit this but I can't seem to handle much. I want to be a hard worker, but it seems like other people are able to handle so much more than me. I'm an introvert who is sadly socially awkward, needs lots of reflection time, and has never been encouraged or supported. I've never felt capable of much of anything. I want different for myself and definitely don't want my kids in this same boat!! What is your advice for increasing my capacity to be able to handle more? Especially without any encouragement or support. I want better! I just don't know how to get there." This is a FANTASTIC question and something we totally relate to as a former introverted, 'weak', shy, socially awkward girl or boy who never imagined that we would be coaching, hosting a podcast, or traveling the world with our seven children. Listen to this episode to learn how we were able to overcome these 'limiting factors' that kept us from living a more extraordinary life. Discover how we built a foundation of positive habits using clarity, focus, and prevention so that we can direct more of our energy toward achieving the life of our dreams instead of existing in survival mode. RESOURCES: Let us help you in your growth journey. Get Rachel's Family Systems & Charts Join the 28-Day Challenge for Moms Download the Be The Man app on iOS or Android Take the Be The Man 7-Day Challenge. Join the Be The Man Coaching & Tribe Rachel's Must-Read Booklist for Well-Read Moms Greg's Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth Gather with us at the World School Family (Beach & Farm) Resort in Portugal --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extraordinary-family-life/message
Join Anita as she dives into the world of business, marriage, and self-care with Abby Green and Amy Kiefer of the popular Herself Podcast. Discover how they balance their roles as entrepreneurs, partners and family life while embracing the journey, overcoming challenges, and finding joy in the process.Links & Resources:HERSELF PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/herselfpodcastHERSELF INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/herselfpodcastMEET AMY: http://instagram.com/ameskieferMEET ABBY: http://instagram.com/abbyrosegreenLet's connect!•Home Therapy Book: Get a copy!•Website: Explore•Instagram: Follow•YouTube: Subscribe
In this episode you will hear from Brad Wilcox, a professor of sociology and director of the National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia. He's written a new book on the importance of marriage and why it's good for all of us. Buy Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civilization Find more from Professor Wilcox: https://twitter.com/BradWilcoxIFS https://ifstudies.org/
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Duck Dynasty's Willie and Korie Robertson share the backstory behind the rise of their A&E reality show and how they got started. Plus, Willie and Korie discuss the terrible side of rapid growth and how to make marriage, family, and friendship work when you're in the spotlight. Show Notes On The Rise Newsletter Preaching Cheat Sheet Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork This episode is sponsored by: CHURCH.TECH Picture this: Your sermon transformed into text messages, mid-week encouragement, small group discussions, daily devotionals, and other materials that keep your congregation engaged. Just go to Church.Tech, upload your latest sermon, and discover all the ways your message will go further than ever. Get 10% off a subscription with my code CAREY2024. PARKHILL Is your church space no longer working for you? My friends at Parkhill are experts in designing spaces that your church community can utilize for years to come. Best part? They do it within YOUR budget, not theirs. Visit https://parkhill.com/faith Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network
A new life, a new identity, and a new life vision was accomplished for those who trust in Jesus - so what does that mean for things from our old life, specifically God given relationships like family and marriage, do they matter to God? Does my earthly work have any spiritual purpose? SPOILER: Yes! Find out God’s good plans for your life in this message.
A new life, a new identity, and a new life vision was accomplished for those who trust in Jesus - so what does that mean for things from our old life, specifically God given relationships like family and marriage, do they matter to God? Does my earthly work have any spiritual purpose? SPOILER: Yes! Find out God’s good plans for your life in this message.
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Discover the sacred threads that weave the fabric of American society: marriage, family, and faith. Join me, Jesse Coat, for a profound exploration into the heart of our nation's moral compass, as inspired by the keen observations of Alexis de Tocqueville. We delve into the hallowed role of religious belief in sculpting our ethics and the revered institution of marriage, as I illuminate the timeless respect for the matrimonial union and the critical place of women as the bastions of virtue. Through a heartfelt dialogue, we confront the modern-day erosion of these pillars, debating the ramifications of moral decline and the oft-overlooked value of women's roles within the family. As we traverse the wisdom of antiquity to scrutinize our contemporary landscape, we invoke an urgent call to rekindle the foundational values that once stood as the bedrock of our great nation.Feel the pulse of America's strength as it resonates from the steadfastness of our religious convictions, with a narrative that paints a stark picture of our diminishing influence worldwide and the internal decay of our moral and familial structures. In this episode, I speak to the soul of our country, reminding us of the indomitable power of Christian faith to fortify our families and national spirit. With echoes of the blessings bestowed through our spiritual adherence, I share a fervent plea, urging us to reaffirm our devotion to the spiritual doctrines that promise to guide us toward a more luminous future. This episode stands as a call to arms for every listener who cherishes the sanctity of family and the indispensability of faith, as we endeavor to reinforce the very foundation of our nation's greatness.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe
We have all seen God working in our lives. However, we might not all be aware it is God working in our lives. This is why it is so important we start talking about it more. The more we share our experiences, the more people understand how God works and how much He truly loves us. If you would be willing to share any experience of how God has worked or is working in your life, please email me at catherine@findingtruenorthcoaching.com or click here. It won't take up much of your time, and your story could be just the story that someone needs to hear today. Prayerfully consider sharing. Everyone has a story, and the world needs to hear them.Today's witnesses are from Matthew West's website called popwe.org. (Click Here) If you don't know who Matthew West is, he is a singer, songwriter, and storyteller. This website is for the non-profit that he has with his father, a pastor. I will link it in the show notes: Matthew and his father encourage people to share their stories. They have various categories of stories. Today I chose from the Marriage/Family category as I think we all know someone whose family is struggling. There is definitely attack on our families these days.. I have chosen four stories to share with you this morning. Although they all deal with family and marriage, each one is unique. I hope when you hear them, you can see not only how God has helped them in their life but how He is helping you in yours and in your loved ones, too.Janet: (Click Here) God has been so good to me and my family, even through my wrong choices. Quick story: I married someone I chose (not God). I have 2 beautiful daughters, now ages 37 and 34. Their dad walked out of our family when my oldest was 7 and my youngest was 4. He left for my girlfriend who lived next door who also was married. They were having an affair. Eventually he moved into her house and every day, my kids saw their dad pulling into her driveway, not ours. Of course I played the blame game and blamed God. I had a choice: Was I going to trust God or do this myself and walk away from Him? I chose God. I had to get a job, etc. That ride was not easy.A couple of years later, we were in a horrific car accident and I said, “God, when will this end?” I am here to tell you I would not choose a different road. What God did and taught us is my story. I can write a book on miracles through the storm. You really may not see the miracles clearly at first but when you look back at your past.. I can only say, “wow God! You're great.” By making that choice to trust God and raise my girls in church and pursue Him, my kids never got involved with drugs or alcohol. They were A+ students. They waited till marriage. I am so blessed with 5 beautiful grandchildren and 2 sons-in-law that are wonderful. My family lives right by me. I see them all the time. They are financially blessed.Only God gets all the glory for this story, but the best thing about this story is how much my family loves Jesus. Thank you for allowing me to share a little bit about my story. God bless, JanetLife is Sacred (Click Here)I just listened to your song “Untold” and was greatly moved by emotion. As a young girl, I was raped at 18 by the boy I was dating (whom I met at church). I was so naive. I didn't even know what was happening to me at the time. It took me four months and a few trips to the library to figure out I was pregnant. My greatest fear was having to tell my parents. When I did, my father refused to speak to me for weeks. I never told anyone about the circumstances of the pregnancy, and my father never let me forget how I shamed the family.Since my mother made it clear that I could not stay at the house if I chose to keep the baby, I thought I would give it up for adoption, but by that far in the pregnancy, I began to feel the baby move. I had always wanted to be a mother, just not so soon. So, I decided to marry the person who did this to me so I could keep my baby and save embarrassment. Abortion was not an option. I had always supported the pro-life movement and never wavered from my stance, even in my current condition.After five years and a second child, we split. Shortly after, I remarried and had two more children, but marriage to an abusive alcoholic proved impossible. At 29, I was single with four children, but I was committed to raising the best children possible. That one decision to keep my baby laid the path for a life of struggle, but with blessings along the way. I have never regretted that decision. I gave birth to a strong-willed, independent baby girl who became a teacher, principal, and leader who has affected the lives of so many people, particularly children. She says she wouldn't change our life of financial struggles and other challenges as it has made her the person she is today. She has greater compassion for other children experiencing similar challenges in their lives. I often think of what life would be like for the many if she hadn't been born. She is a strong Christian, continuing to affect lives all around her.This decision was so much better to live with than if I had terminated the pregnancy. Life IS sacred from the moment of conception. Creating and bearing a child is one of the greatest gifts God has given women. And for a female friend of mine who couldn't carry a child, I did it for her.Thank you for this song.Shelly: (Click Here) After I accepted Jesus to be my Savior at the age of 24, He laid it on my heart to be a storyteller. In 1996, I remember crying while listening to a pregnancy center's director speak to the church I was attending. She was sharing God's work at the center and of how they helped the teen girls who were pregnant. She asked for storytellers.I was once a pregnant teen who placed my precious baby for adoption. I was 17, in an abusive relationship, with no means of supporting this little one. The father of the baby and I chose an open adoption. On May 18,1989, my beautiful daughter was placed in the loving arms of her forever parents. Fast forward to when she was 16, I reconnected with her through mail and social media. During that time I learned that she had a sister and a loving childhood. I also learned that she grew up living next door to my pastor. Understand that we live in a small New Jersey town outside of Philadelphia and they live about 2 hours away in a small Pennsylvania town on the other side of Philadelphia about 2 hours away. So, for God to plant my pastor and his family in New Jersey is a God story in itself!In September of 2020, we were reunited in person at her baptism. She shared on Facebook that she and her husband had accepted Jesus as their Savior and were getting baptized. I reached out to her mom and arranged for my husband and I to surprise her. That day, I had also witnessed over 50 people get baptized at the same time (another God story). That day will be forever carved on my heart. God has so richly blessed me with a godly husband and 4 more beautiful children. They are all grown up now. My husband and I celebrated 25 years of marriage this year and I am so blessed! Since the day I heard the speaker from the pregnancy center, I have shared my story with youth groups and high school students encouraging them to wait for sex until marriage. God continues to write our stories for His glory. Thanks for the work that you and your family are doing! My favorite song is Truth Be Told. Traci: (Click Here) In middle school, I was teased for being a petite black southern girl. I was not popular as a teenager. I have a love of writing and a gift of poetry, which became my voice and my outlet. When I share, I feel fearless and in control of my emotions. This love for poetry never went away even though challenges made me question my gift. I wrote through teasing in middle school, a violent domestic relationship at 16, and rape at 20. I did not realize it back then, but writing poetry was preparing me for my future.By age 27, I experienced a great loss. I met a guy I thought I would marry. We talked about plans for the future. The last time I saw him was on my 27th birthday. He died from a brain injury. For the first time, I questioned my faith in God. I was torn inside. I was on an emotional rollercoaster.For several months, I fought with God, but I finally ran towards him. I gave God all of me. I got closer to God. We grew closer than we ever had before. God reminded me of the poetry I wrote before my boyfriend passed away. The poems were about having a relationship with God. I read those poems during my grieving process. I learned how to be secure in God and in my life. After a year of being single, I met my husband at an open mic at a church. I shared my poetry in front of unfamiliar people. He was there to support a friend and we talked during intermission. We connected on social media. After our first date, we had an instant connection.Within six months of dating, my husband proposed to me. It was on my 29th birthday. It felt like a fairytale. He proposed to me at a restaurant, and I was dressed in a beautiful gown with a crown on my head! My family and friends were all there. For a happy time like this, I continue writing poetry. By January 2020, I started the Traci Neal Speaker Poet brand. I took a leap of faith and focused on my poetry.Within six months, I was on 22 radio shows, including iHeart and Voice America Empowerment. God allowed my letter to the editor to be in The New York Times on April 17, 2021. My husband does my videos and photography. We are a perfect match for each other and for the business.God is faithful. I did not like my life over the years, but I am so glad my love of writing never went away. I am grateful for all God has done in a short amount of time. Trust the process. God knows best!Thank you to Traci, Janet, Shelly and the person who share witness about sacred life. Testimonies are such a great way to share our faith, and yet they are not easy to share. It takes us to be willing to be vulnerable to share the hard parts of our lives. I am so grateful for those who share their stories because I know they will touch the lives of others. They will help build the faith of others as well. Thank you so much for being brave and sharing your story!
Are your company policies and cultural norms creating unnecessary roadblocks for people? Neurodiversity is a term that recognizes the differences in all people, and is often used to refer to different thinking and behavior patterns in the context of the autistic spectrum. In this interview Andrea taps the experience and expertise of an autism specialist to help us all learn what we can do to be more accommodating to the diverse needs of people at work, giving them a chance to bring their best to work. Stephanie C. Holmes is formerly a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of NC. She received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Campbell University, her Master's in counseling from Liberty University and her doctorate in education from Abilene Christian University. She is an ordained minister, author, autism researcher, speaker, and certified autism specialist. When Sydney was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, her world and focus changed from a thriving marriage and family therapy practice to a world of Individualized Education Programs, 504 educational plans, and understanding how to help students and individuals with challenges and needs in the classroom and the church setting. Today, she pulls from personal as well as professional experience to focus on neurodiverse marriages and family systems. She is the owner and founder of Autism Spectrum Resources for Marriage & Family, LLC, and she and Dan co-founded The International Association of NeuroDiverse Christian Marriage, LLC and the podcast NeuroDiverse Christian Couples. Read the show notes here: https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/301 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here: www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact
In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Beth and Grayson Thompson. Beth and Grayson Thompson are an amazing couple building an agency that allows them to live life on their terms. They talked about working with your spouse, overcoming challenges, working with team members, and capitalizing on the strengths of the two to make a great symbolic relationship between work and home. Key Topics: Beth and Grayson Thompson's journey into the insurance industry The transition from captive to independent agency Balancing family life and business growth Importance of communication and setting shared goals The role of counseling in strengthening business and personal relationships Strategies for scheduling and managing time as a couple in business Advice for other couples in the insurance industry Connect with: Beth Thompson Grayson Thompson Teresa Kitchens Visit Websites: Mission Insurance Agency Sterling Insurance Group
In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Beth and Grayson Thompson. Beth and Grayson Thompson are an amazing couple building an agency that allows them to live life on their terms. They talked about working with your spouse, overcoming challenges, working with team members, and capitalizing on the strengths of the two to make a great symbolic relationship between work and home. Key Topics: Beth and Grayson Thompson's journey into the insurance industry The transition from captive to independent agency Balancing family life and business growth Importance of communication and setting shared goals The role of counseling in strengthening business and personal relationships Strategies for scheduling and managing time as a couple in business Advice for other couples in the insurance industry Connect with: Beth Thompson Grayson Thompson Teresa Kitchens Visit Websites: Mission Insurance Agency Sterling Insurance Group
Ephesians 5:21-33 21 Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.22 Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the Lord. 23 For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church, his body, of which he is the Savior. 24 Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit to their husbands in everything.25 Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her 26 to make her holy, cleansing[a] her by the washing with water through the word, 27 and to present her to himself as a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle or any other blemish, but holy and blameless. 28 In this same way, husbands ought to love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself. 29 After all, no one ever hated their own body, but they feed and care for their body, just as Christ does the church 30 for we are members of his body. 31 “For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.”32 This is a profound mystery but I am talking about Christ and the church. 33 However, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.
A personal solo episode where Mary reflects on the highs, lows, and lessons learned of 2023. We invite you to think of your own lessons learned from each month of the year as you're listening. We hope you had a happy holiday season and a refreshing start to your New Year. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary's self-love workbook + journal: - The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. This is a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. - 100 Days of Self-Love: maryscupoftea.com/journal. This is a guided journal with 100 prompts to help you calm self-criticism and learn to love who you are. Mentioned In This Episode... Ep. 145: My Super Simple New Years Intention Setting Process- https://open.spotify.com/episode/4udZhbOPwKrEJTdBrtX8ZD?si=bbbcbaceed9a43a9 Ep. 176: Our Safari Honeymoon Recap- https://open.spotify.com/episode/1pnmL4XYObfGtkeADPCZWy?si=1b03e98e7f9e4667
Want to have the best holiday ever - for yourself and your marriage? We're digging into the thoughts and actions crucial for the best experience during family gatherings, festive parties, and the busiest season of the year. Being prepared is key to ensuring a holiday season that aligns with both your and your spouse's desires. In this episode, we explore: How to reflect on our feelings and roles of past holidays, traditions, and expectations (and I unveil one unrealistic expectation that made me completely miserable!) Understanding the role of your close family unit and extended families during the holidays Discovering what to do if you're feeling overwhelmed or disappointed about the holidays this year Learning how to have each other's back this season (and ensure YOU are getting the support you need) Insights into what to prepare before planning your Christmas calendar, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable holiday season. My favorite tool to use daily throughout the holidays For support during your next or current deployment, check out my course! In The Trenches: Mastering Deployment for a Stronger Marriage: https://lindsaycavanagh.com/in-the-trenches Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call: https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call Follow me on Instagram so you don't miss a thing! https://www.instagram.com/marriedtomilitary/ Continue the conversation in my private Facebook group Married to Military: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449431269700869
Meryl chats with Jennifer Lang about her unique memoir, Places We Left Behind: a memoir-in-miniature, which is an examination of her marriage, family, faith, and life in Israel. They discuss how Jennifer came to invent the form of her new memoir and how the October 7 Hamas Massacre and the war in Israel have impacted her and her book. The interview is briefly interrupted by the sound of sirens. Born in the San Francisco Bay Area, Jennifer Lang lives in Tel Aviv, where she runs israelwriterstudio. Her prize-winning essays appear in Baltimore Review, Under the Sun, Midway Journal, and elsewhere. She holds an MFA from Vermont College of Fine Arts and is an Assistant Editor at Brevity Journal, and a longtime yoga practitioner and instructor. Places We Left Behind: a memoir-in-miniature (9/5/23) and Landed: A yogi's memoir in pieces & poses (10/15/24) are both with Vine Leaves Press. Website: https://israelwriterstudio.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenlangwrites Instagram: @jenlangwrites People of the Book is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #JenniferLang #PlacesWeLeftBehind #MemoirInMiniature #IsraelWriterStudio #Aliyah #MakingAliyah #Marriage #ReligiousObservance #JewishObservance #ModernOrthodox #ReformJudaism #TelAviv #October7 #Paris #UnitedStates #Hostages #WarAgainstHamas #ExperimentalMemoir #IsraeliArmy #IsraeliArmyService #VineLeavesPress #PeopleoftheBook #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #Sequel #ShadowsWeCarry #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead!
There are a lot of popular ideas out there around marriage, family, and culture, like, for example, that living together before marriage decreases your chances of divorce, people are having fewer children because children are expensive to raise, and society is becoming more secular because people leave religion in adulthood.Are these ideas actually born out by the data?Today we put that question to Lyman Stone, a sociologist and demographer who crunches numbers from all the latest studies to find out what's going on in population, relationship, and familial trends. We dig into some of the counterintuitive findings he's discovered in his research and discuss the possible reasons that cohabitation is actually correlated with a higher chance of divorce, the effect that marrying later has on fertility, why the drop in the number of kids people are having isn't only about cost but also about the rise in high intensity parenting, and how the increase in societal secularization can actually be traced to kids, not adults.Resources Related to the EpisodeRelated articles by Lyman Stone:Does Getting Married Really Make You Happier?Why Canadian Women Aren't Having the Children They DesireFor Fertility, Marriage Still MattersToo Risky to Wed in Your 20s? Not If You Avoid Cohabiting FirstWhat the Latest Current Population Survey Tells Us About the Future of FertilitySecularization Begins at HomeAoM Article: The Surprising Benefits of Marrying YoungAoM Article: How to Test Your Relationship Without Moving In TogetherAoM Podcast #349: The Problem With Ambiguity in Relationships with Scott StanleyConnect With Lyman StoneLyman on Twitter
In today's episode, Pastor Mike and Connor talk over the importance of life in the family setting. Starting close to home with talks about marriage, other family interactions and even the relationship with the In-laws!
In today's episode, Pastor Mike and Connor talk over the importance of life in the family setting. Starting close to home with talks about marriage, other family interactions and even the relationship with the In-laws!
Today's episode is a fun one - we're joined by Jason's twin brother, David, and his wife Lori to talk about all things marriage and family. They've been married for 25 years, have five kids together, and own multiple businesses. We dive deep into the best advice they have for married couples and the parenting best-practices they've used to raise five children who all love Jesus. A few highlights: Learn their #1 marriage habit that keeps their relationship strong. Discover the "cone method" for parenting that ensures the greatest outcome for kids. How to balance work/life issues. The key to unlocking intimacy. How to handle conflict "shoulder-to-shoulder" to ensure deeper connection. and a lot more...Enjoy!
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