Podcasts about trusting god

When life doesn't make sense, don't panic. Today on 15 Minutes in the Word, Joyce shares how God's Word brings hope and helps you trust Him anyway.

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When you apply for a job, you usually want to put your best foot forward. You highlight the successes and downplay the failures. But according to the late Robert Wolgemuth, God uses all our experiences for His glory.As our thanks for your gift of any amount this month:A Deeper Kind of Kindness.Our spirit and tone have the ability to determine the climate around us, whether at home, at work, at the gym, or at church. This makes kindness indispensable...Give today: https://www.reviveourhearts.com/donate/podcast/

When life doesn't make sense, don't panic. Today on 15 Minutes in the Word, Joyce shares how God's Word brings hope and helps you trust Him anyway.

Kara Birge has built a life with her husband, country artist George Birge on one simple philosophy: trust God and have fun through every season. From meeting at the University of Texas to early days flipping houses and working corporate jobs, to moving to Nashville for a record deal and starting over more than once, their journey has been full of faith, risk, and resilience. Through it all they’ve raised two boys, navigated the highs and challenges of the music business, and watched George score two No. 1 hits at country radio with “Mind On You” and “Cowboy Songs.” Now the adventure continues with a brand new collaboration with Luke Bryan “It Won’t Be Long,” proving that trusting the season and keeping fun at the center has been their secret weapon all along.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When life doesn't make sense, don't panic. Today on 15 Minutes in the Word, Joyce shares how God's Word brings hope and helps you trust Him anyway.

When it seems that society is descending into chaos all around us, God's people find steady footing on His Word. Today, R.C. Sproul illustrates the importance of holding fast to Scripture in times of upheaval. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/trusting-gods-word-in-a-troubled-land/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

This Sunday, Ben Craymer will share his message, Mission Impossible: Trusting God Against All Odds. Together we'll explore how life brings moments that feel beyond our ability, yet God invites us to trust Him right in the middle of the impossible. When we lean fully on the Lord, He gives us the strength to hold on and still bear fruit, even in the hardest seasons. Join us for a message that is both insightful and uplifting as we learn how trusting God can turn the impossible into our testimony.Speaker: Ben CraymerMessage Date: 3.15.2026——Empowering a movement of passionate Jesus-followers... This is the vision of Downtown Christian Church (DCC) based in Grand Rapids, MICan We Pray With You? - We would be honored to partner with you - prayer@dccgr.org——Stay Connected!:Website: www.achurchinthecity.orgDCC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DowntownChristianChurchDCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dccgr/DCC YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/downtownchristianchurchApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3fzURfqSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3A7VmGQ

What do you do when life no longer looks like the plan you carefully built?In this heartfelt episode of the Vibrant Living Podcast, I sit down with Jesikah Wells, host of the Broken to Beautiful Podcast, for a gentle, Spirit-led conversation about trust, grace, and allowing God to lead in seasons of transition. Jesikah shares from her own unfolding journey as a mother, podcaster, and woman of faith who is learning how to release control, quiet shame, and lean into God's guidance one step at a time. Together, Jesikah and I explore what it means to live present, give yourself grace, and allow God to bring beauty from ashes without rushing the process. This episode is for anyone navigating uncertainty, redefining identity, or sensing God calling them into something new without revealing the full picture yet.In this episode, you'll hear reflections on:-Trusting God when clarity feels distant-Letting go of shame during life transitions-The power of presence and gratitude-Why journaling what God speaks matters-How grace becomes a lifeline, not a reward.You don't need all the answers to move forward. Sometimes trust is the assignment.

When life doesn't make sense, don't panic. Today on 15 Minutes in the Word, Joyce shares how God's Word brings hope and helps you trust Him anyway.

What do you do when life feels like it's falling apart? In this powerful episode of the Chosen By Jesus podcast, Kelley and Taylor Tyan talk honestly about trusting God when life feels uncertain, overwhelming, or completely out of control. Every believer walks through seasons where prayers feel unanswered and circumstances feel impossible. Yet Scripture reminds us that God is still working even in the middle of the storm. If you are navigating fear, anxiety, loss, disappointment, or a difficult season, this conversation will encourage your heart and remind you that God has not forgotten you.   In this episode you will discover: • How to trust God when life feels out of control • Why difficult seasons often grow deeper faith • What the Bible says about trials and waiting • How to find peace when everything feels uncertain • Encouragement for anyone feeling overwhelmed   God often does His deepest work in the middle of our hardest moments. ⸻ ABOUT CHOSEN BY JESUS Chosen By Jesus with Kelley and Taylor Tyan is a growing Christian podcast reaching believers around the world with faith-filled conversations, testimonies, and encouragement through Jesus.   The podcast has: • Listeners in 16+ countries • Over 725 hours of watch time on YouTube • Ranked among the Top 1.5% of podcasts globally • A 5-star rating across podcast platforms   Hosted by a mother-daughter duo, the show shares real conversations about faith, healing, identity in Christ, and overcoming fear through the power of the Holy Spirit. ⸻ CALL TO ACTION If this message encouraged you: Like this video Subscribe to Chosen By Jesus for more faith conversations Share this video with someone who may need encouragement today   Your support helps spread the message of hope and faith in Jesus to people around the world. ⸻ ABOUT CHOSEN BY JESUS Chosen By Jesus is a Top 1.5% Christian podcast worldwide, streamed in 16+ countries, with 725+ hours of YouTube watch time and a growing global community seeking biblical wisdom, peace, and encouragement. ⸻ One Year. 12 In-Person Gatherings. Endless Encouragement. Step into a sisterhood of women who pray together, grow together, and rise together.   What You'll Experience: • A safe place to grow in faith, be encouraged, and empowered • Accountability & support to stay strong all year long • Prayer, worship & fellowship that soothe your soul   Monthly Meet-Ups: 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6:30 PM The Wellness Way – Shrewsbury, MA   Come as you are — leave inspired and equipped to live boldly for Jesus. Only $200 for the entire year (that's just $16/month for faith, growth & sisterhood!)   Join the Chosen By Jesus Community today: https://kelleytyan.com/cbjcommunity ⸻ Want to go deeper? We coach women who are ready to rise in faith, walk in identity, and stand strong no matter the season. DM us on Instagram or visit www.chosenbyjesus.com ⸻

Send a textHave you ever felt like the system wasn't built for you?Like, the rules were written in a way that automatically excluded you?In this episode of the Hustle in Faith Podcast, we explore the powerful story of the Daughters of Zelophehad in Numbers 27. These five women courageously challenged a long-standing inheritance law.In this episode, we explore the powerful lessons this story teaches us about:• Faith and courage• Speaking up respectfully for justice• Persistence when the system feels complicated• Being prepared when opportunity comes• Trusting God to fight for what is rightIf you've ever felt overlooked, dismissed, or unsure if your voice matters, this biblical story will encourage you to walk boldly in faith and purpose.On Hustle in Faith, we discuss faith, purpose, business, and how to use your God-given gifts to live an extraordinary life.Sign up to be notified about Faith to Launch Community: https://bit.ly/FaithtoLaunchActivate Your Calling: Create, Build, & Promote Your Gift Workshop Replay Video: https://hustleinfaith.gumroad.com/l/activatePlease join me in my YouTube only series, 30 Days to Becoming a Stronger, More Confident You in Christ: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfkkBA4-h1A56MxObeO__s873pdUnnWQ5

“Even in moments of human discouragement, the consciousness that I was fulfilling God's will in all that happened to me would serve to dispel all doubt and desolation.” ~ Fr. Walter CiszekHow can we trust God when life feels uncertain or painful?What does it really mean to surrender our will to God?How do we remain faithful when we face discouragement or suffering?In episode 96 of This Whole Life, Kenna, Pat, and Fr. Nathan conclude their Lenten book study on He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek. In this final installment, they reflect on the closing chapters of Ciszek's powerful spiritual memoir and the profound lessons he learned while enduring years of imprisonment and forced labor in the Soviet Union.The conversation explores the mystery of divine providence and what it means to trust that God is present even in suffering, confusion, and discouragement. Drawing from Ciszek's witness, they discuss surrendering control, discerning God's will in everyday life, and learning to see hardships not as meaningless suffering but as opportunities to grow in faith and dependence on God.With humor, honesty, and thoughtful reflection, the hosts unpack the wisdom of a man who discovered that true freedom does not come from escaping suffering, but from trusting completely in God's providence. Join the conversation as they wrap up this Lenten journey and reflect on how Fr. Ciszek's insights can transform the way we live our daily lives.Chapters00:00 – Opening Quote and Introduction01:30 – Wrapping up the Lenten book study07:15 – The theme of divine providence in He Leadeth Me18:40 – Trusting God during discouragement and suffering31:20 – Learning to surrender control to God's will43:50 – Freedom through dependence on God52:30 – Final reflections on Fr. Walter Ciszek's witness58:00 – Challenge By ChoiceLinks and Resources:He Leadeth Me – Fr. Walter CiszekMartin Center for IntegrationThis Whole Life Podcast Website26.2 to LifeSupport the showThank you for listening, and a very special thank you to our community of supporters! Visit us online at thiswholelifepodcast.com, and send us an email with your thoughts, questions, or ideas.Follow us on Instagram & FacebookInterested in more faith-filled mental health resources? Check out the Martin Center for IntegrationMusic: "You're Not Alone" by Marie Miller. Used with permission.

Although David was anointed by God to be king, his time was anything but easy. Yet today, we'll see that even when David has an opportunity to take matters into his own hands, he doesn't. He continues to trust the Lord. Join us as we continue our study of David's life and his example of a man who trusted the Lord even in adversity.  DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1.    The podcast mentioned several times the differences in Saul's purpose as King and David's purpose in life. What were those differences? Why would the Lord bless one and not the other? 2.    The podcast also gave a summary of the previous few chapters that chronicled David's life. What was life like for David during those passages? How does how he handled that adversity point to his character?  3.    In Chapter 24, where is David and his men? What has happened in this passage?  4.    What did David's men say to him in verse 4? What does David do instead? Why? 5.    How does Saul respond to David in verse 17-20? What do you make of these statements? Do you think they were sincere words?  6.    What can we learn from how David responded to this opportunity to kill Saul? What was David's underlying reasons that he did not? Why didn't he take matters into his own hands?  7.    Is it possible that God's people might give us bad advice? What were some principles given in the podcast for how to decide what advice to listen to? 8.    How is this passage a reflection of David's total trust in the Lord? Why do you think David had this faith even though the previous several chapters have had him running ragged? Are you running ragged these days? How can you trust the Lord in your situation?  Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on Amazon just in time for the Genesis relaunch in January! To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: www.keychapters.org. Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OqbnDRrfuyHRmkpUSyoHv Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/366-key-chapters-in-the-bible/id1493571819 YouTube: Key Chapters of the Bible on YouTube. As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from Feedspot.com. Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from PlayerFM. Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.   

Why Trusting God Changes Everything | Part 1 Welcome to another powerful episode of Relevance For Today with Stephen Lewis. In this honest and encouraging message, Stephen shares a deeply personal moment from his journaling time with the Lord when the Holy Spirit asked him a powerful question: "Do you trust Me?" That one question changed everything. So many of us face challenges in life—family struggles, financial pressures, misunderstandings, spiritual battles, and seasons where we feel overwhelmed. In those moments, it's easy to rely on our own strength, our own plans, and our own understanding. But Scripture reminds us that real peace and direction come when we fully trust in the Lord. In this first part of the series, Stephen walks listeners through the importance of surrendering our worries, fears, and frustrations to God. He shares practical ways to stay rooted in the Word, guided by the Holy Spirit, and focused on God's purpose instead of the chaos around us. Through powerful passages like Proverbs 3:5–6 and Jeremiah 17:7–8, this message reminds us that when we place our trust in God, we become like trees planted by living water—strong, steady, and fruitful even during difficult seasons. If you've ever asked yourself questions like: Why am I carrying this burden alone? Why do I keep trying to fix everything myself? What would happen if I truly trusted God with it all? Then this message is for you. God never asked us to carry the weight of life alone. When we release our burdens and trust Him completely, He leads us, strengthens us, and gives us peace that surpasses understanding. Take a moment today to pause, reflect, and ask yourself the same question the Holy Spirit asked Stephen: Do you trust God? #TrustGod #FaithInGod #ChristianEncouragement #BibleTeaching #Proverbs3 #TrustInTheLord #FaithMessage #ChristianPodcast #RelevanceForToday #StephenLewis #BiblicalTruth #ChristianMotivation #WalkByFaith #JesusChrist #HolySpiritGuidance #ChristianLiving #FaithOverFear #KingdomMindset #ChristianYouTube #GodsWord

In this episode of Don't Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman begin the book of Exodus and explore the early chapters of Moses's story. From courageous midwives to a compassionate princess, this lesson highlights the quiet faith of women who helped shape the beginning of Israel's redemption story. Through Moses's rescue, his years in the wilderness, and the moment God appears in the burning bush, these chapters reveal a God who turns ordinary places into holy ground. Even in seasons that feel forgotten, silent, or ordinary, God is still working behind the scenes to prepare deliverance. If you've ever wondered where God is in the middle of waiting, mistakes, or ordinary life, this episode is a reminder that He still sees, He still hears, and He is still working to redeem the story. Chapters: 00:00 Watercolor Journal with Activities 07:50 "Israelites Oppressed in Egypt" 11:30 "Insecurity vs. Divine Empowerment" 19:35 Moses's Mother's Faithful Sacrifice 21:37 "Trusting God and Letting Go" 28:16 "Why Mother Teresa Chose 'Teresa'" 33:50 "The Hill and Running Away" 38:37 "Present, Aware, Here to Rescue" 44:58 God of Impossible Promises 51:59 "God Uses the Ordinary" 57:13 "Understanding Obedience to God" 01:00:43 "Moses Questions God's Plan" 01:04:30 "I Am and I Will"

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Faith can feel fragile when financial pressure is loud and responsibility is heavy. If money calms your nervous system faster than God does, this isn't failure — it may be identity-level misalignment quietly shaping your trust.Why does trusting money sometimes feel safer than trusting God?For many responsible, high-capacity leaders, the answer isn't rebellion. It's regulation.Money is measurable. Markets can be analyzed. Spreadsheets respond to effort. Faith requires surrender.In this Vertical Alignment episode of The Recalibration, we gently explore the subtle trust transfer that can happen when money becomes the thing that steadies your nervous system more reliably than the Sovereign.Not as a warning.But as an invitation.If your peace rises and falls with your portfolio, it may not be about discipline — it may be about where safety fused with identity.We also reframe the parable of the talents through identity rather than performance. Stewardship was never about fear-driven multiplication. It was about trust in the Master's character.This episode weaves together:Faith and nervous system regulationFinancial control and spiritual surrenderBurnout from responsibility and quiet identity driftThe fear of being irresponsible if you loosen controlThe deeper fear: “If I let go… and God doesn't come through… what then?”For many achievers and leaders, control masquerades as responsibility. It looks wise. Strategic. Mature.But stewardship rooted in fear and stewardship rooted in trust can look identical on the outside.The difference is posture.When money stops regulating your identity, something shifts:Planning remains, but panic softensStewardship remains, but bracing loosensCompetence remains, but control relaxesJoy quietly returnsFinancial peace is not recklessness.It is identity secured beyond income.Today's Micro Recalibration:When financial uncertainty surfaces, notice what you reach for first.More calculation?More control?Or prayer?Gently ask:Has money become my most immediate source of peace?And beneath that:If I loosen my grip… what am I afraid will happen?Explore Identity-Level Recalibration → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things...

What would it look like if every village had a gospel witness? In this episode of the GoMission podcast, Mark Gillmore travels to northwest Ghana to speak with Pastor Charles and his son Abednego about a bold vision: a church in every village. After more than twenty-five years of ministry, Pastor Charles is challenging his church to make Christ's final command their first concern by training leaders and sending workers into nearby communities. The conversation reveals how God has been preparing this moment for years. Through a network of schools established in rural villages, young people have learned to read, study Scripture, and develop leadership skills. Now many of those same individuals are stepping forward to help start churches in places where the gospel has not yet taken root. As the church prays, gives, and sends laborers, the vision is beginning to move from idea to reality. When believers are equipped and entrusted with responsibility, the gospel can spread from village to village across an entire region. Topics Discussed The vision of a church in every village Pastor Charles' 25+ years of ministry in northern Ghana Mobilizing believers through faith-promise giving for missions Sending trained leaders to start new fellowships in nearby villages How education is preparing future gospel leaders Abednego's work training teachers across dozens of rural schools Leadership multiplication and training others to lead The importance of giving young believers meaningful ministry opportunities Simple tools like testimonies, gospel presentations, and discovery Bible studies Trusting God to raise up laborers for the harvest Key Takeaways The Great Commission advances when churches intentionally train and send workers. Multiplying leaders is essential for reaching entire regions with the gospel. Education can play a strategic role in preparing communities to engage the Word of God. Young believers grow when they are trusted with real responsibility in ministry. With faith, vision, and multiplication, a church in every village becomes a mission worth pursuing. Do you have a story of gospel advance or a burden for a specific people group? We'd love to hear it. Whether it's a few sentences or a detailed update, send it to gomission@theegeneration.org. GoMission, hosted by Mark Gillmore, is a monthly missions-focused program that introduces young people to the people, stories, and opportunities God is using around the world to build His church. If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Trusting God in hard times — what do you do when the storm won't stop and you've been asking "why" with no answer?This is the rawest episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast I've ever recorded. I'm in a storm right now — it's financial, it's business-related, it's real estate development — and it's been going on for longer than I ever expected. Bills stacking up. Revenue gone. And I broke down on a walk the other day.But here's what I've learned after 52 years: the question isn't "why me." The question is "what needs to change?" And that one shift changed everything.In this episode, I'm opening up about what God is actually doing in my storm, why I believe Deuteronomy 8 is the playbook, and why I'm not giving up — even when it would be easier to.

In this episode of Speak the Truth, Michael interviews Chris Minott, Director of Soul Care and Biblical Counseling at Summit Church in Fort Myers, Florida, about codependency within ongoing discussions of trauma. Minott explains codependency's cultural origin in the late 1970s around addiction-affected relationships and defines it as overly responsible, controlling, identity-seeking behavior that continues even when the addict recovers. She frames codependency biblically as relational idolatry and fear of man, drawing on Ed Welch's When People Are Big and God Is Small, and describes manifestations such as people-pleasing, caretaking, rescuing, and helpless-victim patterns. Using Galatians 6:1–5, she distinguishes burden-bearing from carrying one's own load, offers tools to clarify responsibility versus concern and entrusting concerns to God, emphasizes God's attributes, and points to Jesus' example (including Lazarus) for compassionate, truth-filled love.00:00 Welcome and Topic Setup00:49 Meet Chris Minott03:37 What Codependency Means04:44 Cultural Roots and Heart Issues09:39 Common Codependency Patterns14:03 Burden Bearing vs Enabling16:16 Tools for Healthy Boundaries23:07 Jesus as the Model25:07 Final Thanks and Wrap UpEpisode MentionsCounseling Codependency Handout - Chris Minott

It's one thing to thank God before a meal. It's another thing entirely to thank Him before sending off a tax payment. For many Christians, taxes are rarely associated with gratitude. They often feel like a burden—an interruption to our financial plans or resources we'd rather use elsewhere. But Scripture invites us to view taxes through a very different lens. Instead of seeing them merely as a loss, believers can see them as a reminder of God's provision and His sovereignty, and as an opportunity to live with integrity. Why Taxes Stir Frustration Few topics unite people quite like a shared dislike of paying taxes. It's easy to think, if I could just keep that money, I could do something better with it. And when government policies conflict with our convictions—or headlines highlight waste or corruption—resentment can grow even stronger. Yet Scripture calls us to approach the issue differently. Instead of responding with frustration alone, the Bible encourages gratitude, humility, and trust in God's sovereign rule. In Matthew 22:17, the Pharisees tried to trap Jesus with a political question: “Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?” Jesus responded by asking for a coin and pointing to the image stamped on it. His reply has echoed through history: “Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's.” (Matthew 22:21) This answer was remarkable. Taxes under Rome were deeply unpopular. Rome was an occupying force, and tax revenue helped sustain a system that oppressed God's people. Yet Jesus did not call for revolt or avoidance. Instead, He acknowledged that paying taxes fits within God's ordering of society while making it clear that our ultimate allegiance belongs to God. Coins may bear Caesar's image, but our lives bear God's image—and they belong fully to Him. Trusting God's Sovereignty The apostle Paul reinforced this principle in Romans 13:6–7, writing during the reign of Nero—hardly a model of righteous leadership: “Because of this you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God… Pay to all what is owed to them: taxes to whom taxes are owed, revenue to whom revenue is owed, respect to whom respect is owed, honor to whom honor is owed.” Notice what Paul does not say. He doesn't ground obedience in the goodness of government. Instead, he points to the sovereignty of God. Paying taxes, then, is not primarily an expression of confidence in a human system. It is a recognition that God ultimately rules over nations, leaders, and history itself. Taxes Reveal God's Provision There is another perspective on taxes that believers often overlook. Before you pay a single dollar in taxes, something has already happened: God has provided. A mentor of mine, Ron Blue, often says around tax time, “Taxes represent God's provision.” If God had not provided income, there would be no taxes to pay. Think about it. Taxes imply that: Work was available. Income was earned. Needs were met. Daily bread was provided. In other words, taxes—uncomfortable as they may feel—are evidence that God has supplied what we need. Gratitude allows us to see provision before we see loss. Instead of asking only, How much am I paying? We can ask, What does this reveal about God's faithfulness? Integrity in a Culture of Loopholes This perspective also shapes how Christians respond during tax season. In a world full of shortcuts, loopholes, and justifications, believers are called to something different: integrity. Honesty in financial matters—especially the ones no one else sees—forms Christlike character. Filing accurately, reporting honestly, and paying what is owed becomes an act of discipleship. It's a quiet but powerful testimony of a life shaped by trust in God rather than self-protection. Turning Taxes into a Spiritual Discipline Finally, paying taxes can even become a spiritual discipline. Each time you write that check or submit that payment, let it prompt you to pray. Pray that God would guide leaders with wisdom, justice, and humility. Pray for policies that protect the vulnerable and promote the common good. Pray for leaders who recognize their need for God's guidance. You may disagree with those leaders. You may even oppose their policies. But Scripture reminds us they are still people made in God's image—people who need God's help just like the rest of us. In a culture eager to complain, believers have the opportunity to respond differently. When tax season arrives: Remember the Owner: God owns everything, including the income from which taxes are paid (Psalm 24:1). Recognize the Provider: Taxes remind us that God has provided resources in the first place. Respond with Integrity: Honesty reflects a heart that seeks to honor Christ. Reframe with Gratitude: Thank God for His provision rather than focusing only on what is owed. Respond with Prayer: Let taxes prompt intercession for leaders and systems of government. When viewed through the lens of Scripture, even something as mundane—and often frustrating—as taxes can remind us of deeper truths: God provides, God rules, and God calls His people to live with gratitude and integrity. Go Deeper: Our Ultimate Treasure If you'd like to explore these themes of stewardship, gratitude, and God's ownership more deeply, consider reading Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Devotional to Faithful Stewardship. This devotional walks through the biblical foundations of money and stewardship, helping readers see that financial decisions are ultimately spiritual decisions. Over 21 days, you'll discover how Scripture reshapes the way we think about earning, spending, saving, giving—and even paying taxes. You can learn more or order your copy at FaithFi.com/Shop. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: I've inherited about $100,000 and don't know how to invest it. I'm 75, retired, debt-free, and living on a pension and Social Security. What are some safe options—like CDs or high-yield savings—that still give me access to the money if needed? My husband and I are separated. He's retired and receiving Social Security and a pension, while I'm still working. Can I claim spousal Social Security benefits on his record while we're separated, and would that reduce his benefit? I'm 56 and have about $310,000 in an old 401(k) and $268,000 in my current one. With market volatility, I'm considering moving the old account into a 10-year fixed annuity for safety. Is that a wise move? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) Christian Community Credit Union | AdelFi Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every workday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode Summary: What if you could go back 10 years? Have you ever wished you could go back ten years and whisper something life-changing to your younger self? In this week’s episode of Your Hope Filled Perspective podcast, in recognition of my birthday this week, we’re diving into the 10 powerful truths I wish I had known a decade ago—biblical insights, neuroscience-backed wisdom, and lessons God taught me through some of the hardest seasons of my life. If you have ever wrestled with self-doubt, carried the weight of other people's expectations, feared what others think, or wondered whether God was really working behind the scenes, this episode will speak straight to your heart we are going to talk about rest, resilience, purpose, identity, joy, boundaries, emotional freedom, and how God faithfully redeems every part of our story. If you want to encouragement, clarity, or a fresh start anchored in scripture and science you're in the right place. Quotables from the episode: Breathe. God is not disappointed in you. Rest is not a reward for finishing the work, it’s part of the process of work. Rest is not a luxury. Rest is obedience. Rest is not weakness. It’s worship. Hardship is never wasted. Trying to live for the approval of people rewires the brain to depend on external validation. You are already approved. Joy is not circumstantial. Joy is relational. Joy is the awareness of God’s presence with us. They’re not thinking about you nearly as much as you think they are. You don’t have to be the strong one all the time. Let others in. God was working all along. Silently. Slowly. Faithfully. Recommended Resources: Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted by Dr. Michelle Bengtson The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner AWSA 2024 Golden Scroll Christian Living Book of the Year and the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Christian Living and Non-Fiction categories YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, AWSA Member of the Year, winner of the AWSA 2023 Inspirational Gift Book of the Year Award, the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Devotional category, the 2023 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in four categories, and the Christian Literary Awards Henri Award for Devotionals YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 1 YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 2 Revive & Thrive Women’s Online Conference Revive & Thrive Summit 2 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 1 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 2 Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the AWSA 2020 Best Christian Living Book First Place, the first place winner for the Best Christian Living Book, the 2020 Carolina Christian Writer’s Conference Contest winner for nonfiction, and winner of the 2021 Christian Literary Award’s Reader’s Choice Award in all four categories for which it was nominated (Non-Fiction Victorious Living, Christian Living Day By Day, Inspirational Breaking Free and Testimonial Justified by Grace categories.) YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide Free PDF Resource: How to Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Henri and Reader’s Choice Award Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award Free Webinar: Help for When You’re Feeling Blue Social Media Links for Host: For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Sacred Scars / Order Book The Hem of His Garment / Order Book Today is Going to be a Good Day / Order Book Breaking Anxiety’s Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails / Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson) / LinkedIn / Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube / Podcast on Apple Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Ashton Bengtson Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

As we are in the thick of Lent, Andrew Laubacher joins from Humanality discussing his Digital Detox program that is changing lives across the nation by bringing his expertise to high schoolers and college kids on the real dangers of the digital world. Sifting through Neil Postman, Jonathan Haidt, even BF Skinner, Laubacher offers a very real look at the harm being done by smartphones and ways we can reclaim our humanity now. Scripture scholar Melissa Overmyer also joins giving a glimpse into her new book, Living the Blessed Life: Seven Keys to Trusting God and Embracing Joy. Msgr. Roger Landry also reminds us of this weekend's 24 hours for the Lord, as we are called to confession and adoration this Lent. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Send a textJenny can't sleep. With her parents divorced, worries keep piling up—about arguments, school, moving, and even Butterscotch slipping out into the night. In Sabbath School, the Shoebox Kids talk about Hannah's prayer and make a list of worries they can hand to Jesus. Jenny finally shares what's been weighing on her heart, and Mrs. Shue gives her a simple challenge for bedtime.That night, in the almost-dark, Jenny hears a scratch at the door… and she has to decide what to do next.Talk about it:What worries were keeping Jenny awake?What does it mean to hand a worry to Jesus?What could Jenny do instead of lying there afraid?What is one worry you can pray about tonight?Visit our website: kathyskidsstorytime.orgWe'd love to hear from you.To reach us quickly, click the “Send us a text” link at the top of the episode description.Or write to us by mail:Kathy's Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043

Uncertainty grows your faith. God sees what you can't, steadies you when you feel unsure, and prepares every step ahead. Release the need to figure it all out and trust His wisdom — He's already working on your behalf.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026E23: Trusting God's PlanIntroduction:I invite you to reflect on how you can trust in God and the next steps you need to take on your Lenten journey. Join me as I guide you through a moment of spiritual reflection and growth.Scripture Reading:John 4:48Meditation:Find a quiet space free from distractions and focus on your breathing, inviting the presence of God, centering your hearts to hear God's word.Reflection Prompts:1. What is one area of your life where you struggle to trust in God's plan?2. How can you cultivate a deeper sense of faith and trust in God's timing and guidance?3. Are there any steps or decisions you have been hesitant to take because of fear or uncertainty? How can you surrender these concerns to God and move forward in faith?Join me daily in this sacred journey through Lent and experience the transformative power of God's grace in your life.Your Feedback Matters:I'd love to hear from you! I've created a short listener survey to learn about your experience with the podcast. It takes just a couple of minutes, and if you leave your email at the end, I'll send you a free Lenten reflection resource to guide your prayer and meditation.Take the Survey Here:https://bit.ly/bythewellpodcastsurveyOr reach me directly at:praybythewell@gmail.comSupport the Podcast:The best way to help Seasons By the Well reach more listeners is to RATE & REVIEW on your podcast app. Your review helps others find this community of reflection and prayer.Optional Bonus for Reviews:As a small thank-you, if you leave a review, you can receive a special bonus resource (name of resource to be added). Simply send a screenshot of your review to praybythewell@gmail.com, subject: Podcast Review, and I'll send the resource to you.Stay Connected:Follow me on Instagram @_bythewell for additional inspiration, behind-the-scenes thoughts, and daily reflections we can share together.https://www.instagram.com/_bythewell/About the Podcast:Each episode of Seasons By the Well: Lenten Reflections and Meditations offers daily reflections, guided meditations, and practical opportunities for personal growth and prayer throughout the Lenten season.Note: Each episode of "Seasons By the Well: Lenten Reflections and Meditations" will follow a similar format, providing daily reflections, guided meditations, and opportunities for personal growth throughout the Lenten season.

Heartbreak, a breakup, a long waiting season, and a lot of trusting God. I'm sitting down with my best friend Alyssa to interview her about her unexpected love story. I've know Alyssa from all the way back to my LA days. Alyssa shares her incredible love story with her fiancé, Regan. What makes their story so powerful is that it wasn't a straight path. Alyssa and Reagan met at church and dated for several months before realizing the relationship wasn't healthy at the time. Even though they loved each other, they chose to walk away. During the year they were apart, Alyssa focused on seeking the Lord through prayer, fasting, journaling, and community—even when it was painful. Eventually, God redeems it. Listen for the full story! This episode is a reminder that God's timing is different from ours, but when we surrender our relationships to Him, He can redeem and restore in ways we never expected. In This Episode 01:00 – Meeting My Best Friend Alyssa in an LA Bible Study 04:00 – First Impressions & How Our Friendship Started 07:00 – Dating in LA & Watching Each Other's Relationships 10:50 – How Alyssa Met Reagan at Church 14:00 – Their First Relationship & Why They Broke Up 17:00 – Navigating a Painful Breakup in the Same Community 21:00 – Praying, Waiting, and Trusting God in the Unknown 31:00 – When Reagan Came Back & What Changed 42:50 – The Proposal, Engagement & God's Redemption Follow Alyssa! Thanks to Our Sponsors BetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at ⁠betterhelp.com/HAPPYHEALTHY⁠ and get on your way to being your best self. Ritual Vitamins: Visit ritual.com/healthy to get 25% off your first month. Lean: Visit Takelean.com and use code HEALTHY to get 20% off Wayfair: Get organized, refreshed, and back on track this new year for WAY less. Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Wayfair.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ right now to shop all things home. If you'd like to partner with Jeanine as a sponsor for the Happy & Healthy podcast, fill out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form! Follow us on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Happy and Healthy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jeanine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jeanine and Kaleb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Happy and Healthy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jeanine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes it's not the noise. It's not the hype. It's not even the big breakthrough. It's one sentence that lands at the right time. In this episode, I share the one thing I heard in church that changed my life — and why it might be exactly what you need to hear right now. We talk about: • The difference between knowing faith and living faith • Obedience over emotion • Why alignment matters more than comfort • Trusting God when nothing makes sense • Letting go of control • Surrender as strength, not weakness • What it really means to walk by faith Sometimes growth isn't about doing more. It's about surrendering deeper. Sometimes the breakthrough isn't outside of you. It's in your willingness to listen. If this resonates, share it with someone who needs it. ️   Disclaimer This podcast is for educational and personal development purposes only. The views shared are based on personal experience and are not intended to replace professional medical, psychological, or legal advice. Please seek a qualified professional for guidance specific to your situation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it take to go from standing at the edge of a highway at 2 a.m.—ready to end your life… to receiving a miracle heart transplant and living with radical faith?In this powerful episode, we sit down with our dear friend Phillip Gornail to unpack a story that honestly left us in awe of God's grace.Phil opens up about the night he drove the wrong way onto a highway after losing his marriage, his identity, and what he believed was his purpose. Divorce. Financial collapse. Shame. The kind of dark night of the soul that many people silently walk through. And then—God intervened.But that wasn't the end of the story.Years later came cancer. Kidney failure. Chemotherapy. Heart failure. And eventually, a heart transplantAnd yet through every diagnosis, every loss, every moment where fear could have taken over, Phil chose something different: surrender. Trust. Faith in God's authority over his life.This conversation isn't just about survival. It's about transformation.Chapters00:00 Podcast Preview01:33 Topic and Guest Introduction04:46 Meet Phillip Gornail: A “Recovering Know-It-All”07:04 Landmark Forum & The Blind Spots We Can't See09:38 Reflections on Early Life and Family Dynamics13:55 The Mask of Arrogance & Feeling “Not Enough”15:38 Faith Lessons from the Roman Centurion18:35 Marriage, Trauma, and Learned Behaviors24:04 Divorce, Financial Collapse & Identity Loss28:24 The Night God Intervened on the Highway30:44 Men's Ministry and Spiritual Recovery31:50 Reconcile Your Past, Navigate Your Present33:08 Coping Mechanisms & Emotional Awareness35:27 Cancer Diagnosis & Refusing Chemo38:39 Kidney Failure & Radical Forgiveness39:44 Heart Failure at 15% & Transplant Stats42:30 Why He Asked People Not to Pray for Him44:50 Meeting His Donor's Family46:08 Trusting God's Bigger Story48:42 Men's Ministry & Living With a New Heart49:58 Give Away AnnouncementResources mentioned:

CPXL, or CrossPoint Extra Large, is your midweek companion to the weekend message from CrossPoint. Each episode takes a deeper dive into the Sunday sermon—exploring the text further, unpacking broader themes, and offering practical ways to live out God's Word. Designed to equip and encourage Everyday Missionaries, CPXL helps you Love God, Grow Up, Serve All, and Live Sent.This week on CPXL, Pastors Andy Addis and Eric Franklin explore the heart behind “Give us this day our daily bread” and what it reveals about contentment. Looking at 1 Timothy 6:10, they discuss how the love of money and the pursuit of more can quietly turn into idols that pull our hearts away from trusting God. Drawing connections to the story of manna in the wilderness, they reflect on how God teaches His people to depend on Him daily rather than chasing material security. Together, they unpack how gratitude, trust, and contentment protect us from entitlement and help us live faithfully with what God provides.____________________________________________CrossPoint is one church in many places, seeking to reach our communities with the true hope and freedom found in Christ. We do this as ordinary people who are being changed by Jesus to do extraordinary things.Find out more at https://crosspointchurch.comGive at https://crosspointchurch.com/giveConnect at https://crosspointchurch.com/connect#crosspointchurch #gospel #jesus #church #CPXL

What does it actually mean to walk by faith as a Christian? In this episode of Fuel for the Harvest, Nathan is joined by Forge President Dwight Robertson for a powerful conversation about faith as the foundation of Kingdom laborership.Dwight shares how God uses ordinary people from obscure places, why faith is rooted in knowing God's character, and how obedience often begins without clarity. This episode explores why walking by faith means trusting God before you see the outcome, listening for His voice, and taking small steps that can lead to eternal impact.Part 1 focuses on faith as a way of life—not just belief—and how intimacy with God positions everyday followers of Jesus to say yes to the good works God has prepared in advance.Topics include: walking by faith, trusting God, Christian obedience, Kingdom laborership, faith and action, intimacy with God, hearing God's voice, and following Jesus step by step.Fuel for the Harvest is a Christian discipleship podcast equipping everyday followers of Jesus to make disciples and live out the Great Commission.

When Is It My Turn, God? | Special Singles EditionHave you ever felt like you're always the bridesmaid and never the bride? Many singles quietly wrestle with the question: “When will it be my turn, God?”In this Special Singles Edition of Better2gether with Dennis and Loni, we have an honest and encouraging conversation about how to navigate a godly single life while waiting on God's timing.Singleness is not a road to loneliness. It is a season of growth, purpose, and preparation. While you are waiting, you are still moving forward, developing spiritually, and becoming the person God created you to be.In this episode we discuss:✨ Embracing your single season✨ Growing spiritually while you wait✨ Trusting God's timing for relationships✨ Living with purpose right nowYour life doesn't begin when you get married. God is working in your life right now.

In this episode, Juliet Kasiita delves into the transformative power of surrender in leadership. She begins by recounting her personal struggle with control, where the weight of responsibilities led to exhaustion and a realization that she was trying to manage everything on her own. Juliet shares how this experience taught her the importance of trusting God and releasing control, which she describes as a liberating shift in her leadership approach.Juliet uses the Biblical examples of Moses and Martha to illustrate the pitfalls of overburdening oneself with control. She explains how these stories resonated with her, prompting a shift from a performance-driven mindset to one of faith and trust. Juliet emphasizes that true leadership involves recognizing when to step back and allow others to contribute, fostering a culture of empowerment and collaboration.Throughout the discussion, Juliet highlights the role of prayer and a transformed mindset in sustaining a posture of surrender. She encourages listeners to embrace humility and trust in God's timing, noting that this approach not only reduces stress but also enhances leadership effectiveness. Juliet's insights are a testament to the peace and clarity that come from aligning one's work with divine purpose.By the end of the episode, Juliet's narrative offers a compelling case for the power of surrender in leadership. Her journey serves as an inspiring example of how letting go of control can lead to greater peace, purpose, and alignment with God's will, ultimately transforming the way we lead and work.About Juliet:A highly determined, self-driven, and motivated leader with a passion to help others transform and live better lives. Juliet finds pleasure in being a problem solver, encourager and Motivator for Excellence. She has vast experience in managing Business Strategy and providing excellent Service delivery built over 15 years professional experience in effective IT Management, Leadership, operations, Strategic planning in the Banking sector, the Microfinance and Telecom Industry.Support the showTransforming the workplace one Bible study at a time - GET STARTED today! CONNECT WITH US:B-B-T.org | News | LinkedIn Biblical Business Training (“BBT”) equips busy, working people to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ and empowers them in small-group Bible study settings to apply Biblical principles to their every day lives - especially in the workplace. BBT is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization which exists to help people develop their Christian “Faith for Work – Leadership for Life!”

When life gets hard, faith isn’t meant to disappear—it’s meant to deepen. In this message, Pastor Bo shares practical and biblical wisdom on how to walk through difficult seasons without losing heart. Trials are not foreign to faith—they are often the very fire that forms it. Through personal testimony from the early challenges of planting CityLight Church, Pastor Bo shows how seasons of pressure can actually expand our capacity for what God wants to do in and through us.This message encourages believers to fix their eyes on Jesus, guard their minds, refuse isolation, and surrender the outcome to God. With honesty and encouragement, Pastor Bo reminds listeners that setbacks don’t define them—their identity as children of God does. Hard times may shake us, but with faith, community, and perseverance, they can also shape us into stronger, steadier followers of Christ.(00:00) Introduction and prayer for nations(04:01) The importance of spiritual discernment(07:52) Why hardship is part of the Christian life(11:03) Understanding the source of suffering(14:00) Growth and spiritual capacity through trials(16:27) Fixing our eyes on Jesus during difficulty(22:22) Guarding the mind against destructive thoughts(27:08) Speaking God’s truth in anxious moments(33:04) The danger of isolation during hardship(38:54) Trusting God with outcomeshttps://citylightnyc.com/ 

Kara Birge has built a life with her husband, country artist George Birge on one simple philosophy: trust God and have fun through every season. From meeting at the University of Texas to early days flipping houses and working corporate jobs, to moving to Nashville for a record deal and starting over more than once, their journey has been full of faith, risk, and resilience. Through it all they’ve raised two boys, navigated the highs and challenges of the music business, and watched George score two No. 1 hits at country radio with “Mind On You” and “Cowboy Songs.” Now the adventure continues with a brand new collaboration with Luke Bryan “It Won’t Be Long,” proving that trusting the season and keeping fun at the center has been their secret weapon all along.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life doesn't always go according to plan.Sometimes you feel behind.Sometimes grief hits.Sometimes your prayers don't seem to be answered the way you hoped.In this episode of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase shares a raw reflection on slowing down, trusting God in difficult seasons, and finding hope even when life doesn't make sense.After weeks of travel and constant movement, Norense spent several days in solitude — reflecting, learning, and rediscovering why personal growth sometimes requires stepping away from the noise.But the episode turns deeper.A conversation about miscarriage and the memory of losing his sister reminded him of a powerful truth:Faith isn't about understanding everything.Faith is about trusting God even when you don't.This episode explores:Why slowing down is necessary for growthThe danger of constantly comparing your timeline to othersHow suffering can challenge your faithThe spiritual battle behind negative thoughtsWhy your worth is not defined by productivityFinding hope when grief and loss enter your lifeThe difference between believing lies and believing God's promisesIf you're in a season of confusion, grief, or waiting — this episode will remind you that you're not alone.There is still hope.And your story isn't finished yet.MIND BULLY PODCAST:SpotifyApple PodcastsSOCIALS:@kingno_@mindbullypodcast If this episode impacted you, rate and review the podcast to help this message reach more homes and hearts.

In this sermon, Guest Preacher Brad Wheeler preaches this main point: Trusting God's promises transforms us from death to life.

When You Can't See It: Trusting God While He's Still Working Speaker: Nicholas Dowdy, ReCreate Church Scripture: Romans 8:28; John 11:6-22 Episode Summary Nicholas Dowdy, a member of ReCreate Church, shares his raw and honest testimony about walking through infertility, miscarriage, and the struggle to trust God when He feels absent. Through the story of Lazarus, Nick addresses those in seasons of waiting, loss, anger, or numbness - acknowledging that Romans 8:28 is easier to accept after the miracle than during the pain, and that God is still working even when we can't see it, feel it, or trust it. Key Points – Romans 8:28 says all things work together for good, but that doesn't mean all things are good - this verse needs to be a foundation and anchor, not a quick-fix bandage – Trials wound our identity, trust, and prayer life by pushing us to our melting point, yet we expect ourselves to remain strong and fix ourselves – Toxic positivity requires showing no weakness in faith and acting like nothing is wrong, but God doesn't demand this from us – Losing yourself in suffering does not mean losing your faith - God is not offended by fragile faith and doesn't abandon people who struggle to pray – Jesus intentionally delayed going to Lazarus because God's plan was outside everyone's expectations - delay is not absence, silence is not neglect – God's redemption doesn't always look how we expect, and His goodness is not limited to our original plan Main Takeaway God is still working - even when we can't see it, feel it, or trust it. Anchors keep you steady inside the storm; they don't teleport you out of it. The anchor of Romans 8:28 cannot fix problems through positive thinking - that's just closing your eyes and pretending it's a fair weather day. God doesn't need your certainty; He wants your honesty. Faith is sometimes simply not walking away. If you can't trust God with the future, trust Him with today. If you can't pray boldly, pray honestly. Memorable Quotes – "God is still working - even when we can't see it, feel it, or trust it." – "This verse is usually easier to accept after the miracle has happened, not during the pain." – "Anchors are meant to keep you steady inside of the storm. Anchors do not teleport you out of the storm." – "Losing yourself in suffering does not mean losing your faith." – "God does not abandon people who pull back or struggle to pray." – "Delay is not absence; silence is not neglect." – "God doesn't need your certainty - He wants your honesty." Reflection Question Are you in a season of waiting, loss, anger, or numbness? Can you be honest with God about where you really are instead of forcing toxic positivity, trusting that He's still working even when you can't see it? Tune in to hear Nick's vulnerable testimony about infertility and miscarriage, why Martha's bold words to Jesus reflect what many of us feel in trials, and the powerful reminder that faith is sometimes simply not walking away even when trusting God with your heart feels dangerous. Connect & Give Learn more about ReCreate Church at www.recreatechurch.org Give online easily and securely through Tithe.ly

What do you do when you love Jesus… but your child's life feels like it's unraveling?In this deeply honest conversation, Dawn Ward opens up about addiction, fear, exhaustion, and the hidden emotional toll many Christian mothers carry. Together, we explore guilt, grace, surrender, and how faith survives long, painful seasons.Key Conversation Moments:• The shock of discovering addiction• The silent burden of maternal guilt• Trauma, fear, and emotional exhaustion• Trusting God without quick answers• Letting grace replace self-blameWhat You'll Hear:✔ How guilt quietly shapes a mother's thoughts✔ Why “coping well” isn't always healing✔ How God meets us in prolonged struggles✔ Encouragement for weary, praying parentsKey Scripture:Hebrews 4:16 – Drawing near to the throne of graceSearchable Keywords:Christian moms and addiction, parenting prodigal children, faith during family crisis, hope for struggling parents, trusting God in hard seasonsKeywords with Hashtags:#ChristianMotherhood #HopeInAddiction #FaithInTrials #GodsGrace #ParentingStrugglesFrom Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children. https://www.thefaithtoflourish.com/from-guilt-to-grace-bookwww.thecallwithnancysabato.com

Better Than Normal Show, Amazon and 6,000 Dogs, Old Bands and Tours, The Hammer Museum, Wisdom, Barry and Sherri, Trusting God, Scarecrow Robot, God Loves Me BONUS CONTENT: Our Self-Righteous Minds, Barry Cooper Fan Mail   Quotes: "We will have a meaningful compromise and get 3,000 dogs." "When does my refusal to clean things up become a museum?" "If I were an unbeliever and read about Jesus I would at least wish it were true." "When you finally realize God actually loves you… it changes everything." For this episode of the Oddcast Rewind, we grabbed a handful of classic moments from the archives. Hopefully they brought you a few laughs and a little encouragement...and maybe even a new favorite moment.  . . . Holy Ghost Mama Pre-Order! Want more of the Oddcast? Check out our website! Watch our YouTube videos here. Connect with us on Facebook!

God calls us to step forward in faith, even when we don’t see the full path ahead. Hannah Benson reflects on Abraham’s journey, emphasizing that trusting God often requires waiting, patience, and obedience despite uncertainty. Abraham’s story illustrates that God’s promises are trustworthy, even when fulfillment seems slow or beyond human logic. By believing God’s Word and following His direction, we can experience His faithfulness and become a blessing to others. Highlights God calls us to act in faith, even without knowing all the answers. Abraham’s journey teaches patience, trust, and obedience in the waiting season. God fulfills His promises in His timing, not ours, reminding us that no word from Him returns void (Isaiah 55:11). Taking matters into our own hands, as Abraham and Sarah did with Hagar, can complicate God’s plan. Trusting God’s Word requires both courage to move and patience to wait. This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org TrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Full Transcript Below: Believe the Word the Lord Has Spoken By Hannah Benson Bible Reading:“Now the Lord said to Abram, ‘Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you. And I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you and make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and him who dishonors you I will curse, and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed’” (Genesis 12:1-3 ESV). Recently, I re-read Abraham’s story through new eyes. Isn’t it amazing how we can read the same stories in Scripture again and again, yet every time we read them, the Lord will often reveal things we’ve never realized before? God called Abraham (then called Abram) to leave his homeland and everything he knew and was familiar with to go to a land that He would show him. How did Abraham feel about that? Was he afraid at all? Excited? Probably both. But regardless of how he felt, note that he stepped forward in faith even though he didn’t have all the answers. Read that again. If God calls us to do something, we must step forward in faith even if we don’t have all the answers. In fact, I have found that God doesn’t always give us the answers all at once. He’ll tell us the first step we need to take. So many of us look at the long road ahead of us and think we need all the answers before we move forward. A friend pointed out to me recently that in Exodus 24, Moses went into the fog of the mountain. Clarity came through hearing God’s voice and not from what he could see. I do want to include a disclaimer here. Sometimes, the Lord puts something on our hearts, but it doesn’t mean the time is now. Just because something may be a God-thing doesn’t mean it’s always God’s time for it. But when God calls us to step forward in faith, even when we can’t see the path ahead? Step forward. Go for it. Even if you aren’t sure how, take the next step. God didn’t just call Abraham. He gave him a promise. He promised He would make him a great nation, bless him, and make his name great so that he would be a blessing (Genesis 12:1-3). Imagine what it meant for Abraham to believe that promise. He had to leave everything familiar behind. He had to step forward in faith even though it was frightening. No matter what ran through Abraham’s mind, he chose to believe the promise God spoke, not knowing how or when it would come to fruition. He probably thought he would see the promise soon. If God were to make him a great nation, then that meant God would give him a child. At this point, Abraham was 75 years old and his wife, Sarah, was 65. Perhaps he thought God would fulfill the promise within the next couple of years. After all, that made logical sense. Already, they were advanced in years and past childbearing age. “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1 ESV). In other words, God doesn’t always do what makes logical sense to us. And that’s what happened. The promise took time, and in that time, Abraham grew discouraged. He asked God questions. He wondered when it would happen, if the heir to his house would be Eliezer (Genesis 15:2). God reassured Abraham that “your very own son shall be your heir” (Genesis 15:4 ESV). The Lord made a covenant with Abraham. Covenants in those days were made when two parties sacrificed animals, and the persons making the covenant passed between the split animals (or in the case of a king and his servant, the servant would pass through by himself), symbolizing, “May I be torn apart like these animals if I don’t keep my promise.” Sounds intense, doesn’t it? Usually, the servant would walk between the animals. But instead, God put Abraham into a deep sleep and passed through the animals Himself. In other words, He was saying that He would be the One to pay the price if the covenant was broken (Genesis 15). Abraham didn’t always remain perfectly faithful because, like the rest of us, he’s a sinner and unable to be perfect before a holy God. And one day, God fulfilled His promise, allowing Jesus, who is fully God and fully man, to be broken in atonement for all the sins we’ve committed and the broken promises we’ve ever made. Isn’t that such a beautiful picture? In Genesis 16, however, Abraham and Sarah (at the time still called Abram and Sarai) took matters into their own hands. Sarah suggested to Abraham that he “go in to my servant; it may be that I shall obtain children by her” (v. 2b). Abraham listened to his wife and had a child through Hagar. God doesn’t waste anything, and every child, no matter how they are conceived, is a gift and a blessing. However, that doesn’t mean there isn’t pain and conflict as a result of our actions. Intersecting Faith & Life: When we wait so long for something, we often begin to lose hope and think we must take matters into our own hands. 10 years after God made the promise that he would make of Abraham a great nation, the man and his wife still didn’t have a child. Sometimes, the Lord asks us to knock, move forward in faith, and do something (Matthew 7:7). Other times, the Lord asks us to quiet our hearts and be still before Him (Psalm 46:10). In Abraham and Sarah’s story, God asked them to believe (Hebrews 11:11, Genesis 15:6, Romans 4:18). God called them to go from their country and kindred to a land that He would show them, but after that, He didn’t have specific instructions. No doubt it made them wonder if they were supposed to do something, which is why Sarah gave Hagar to Abraham as a wife. Perhaps then she could bear a child through her servant. But that was not what God had meant. No, Sarah herself would bear a son. The Lord had spoken the word. No word from the Lord will return empty. It shall accomplish that which He has purposed and shall succeed in the thing for which He sent it (Isaiah 55:11) and “For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end—it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay” (Habakkuk 2:3 ESV). Pray with me: Dear Father, I thank You that Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path (Psalm 119:105). I confess I often doubt Your Word and want all the answers rather than trusting You to take the next step. When I am in a season of “fog” like Moses, help me to listen for Your voice. When I am in a season of “waiting” like Abraham, help me to trust Your timing over my logic. Protect me from taking matters into my own hands, and give me the grace to be still when You say “wait” and the courage to move when You say “go.” Thank you for keeping Your promises, even when I am weak. In Jesus’s Name, Amen Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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When a four‑and‑a‑half‑year‑old girl terrified of the dark met Jesus as her “secret friend,” it set in motion a lifetime journey that would eventually become a book. Author and business professional Peggy Watrous Walters joins Robert Plank to share the story behind The Unexpected Journey: An Inspiring True Story, a short, powerful memoir about walking through life's twists, turns, and detours with Jesus by your side. In this conversation, Peggy explains how her faith shaped her entrepreneurial and personal life, why she kept her relationship with Jesus hidden for decades even from her husband and how a devastating divorce finally pushed her to come “out of the closet” as a believer and boldly share her faith. You'll hear how she sees God's hand in daily “God stories,” why she believes we're never truly alone, and how this book is meant to reassure anyone facing fear, uncertainty, or starting over that there is a bigger plan at work. https://youtu.be/KN5_cyVpSgE Instead of offering vague inspiration or sugarcoating hard times, Peggy talks candidly about fear, bad decisions, and the impatience we often feel when our prayers don't get the answers we expect. She explains why faith doesn't mean an easy life but a guided one how God often sends help through ordinary people (sometimes “angels” in human form), and why He wants a real, everyday relationship with us, not a “fair‑weather friend” arrangement. Peggy also shares her passion for evangelism, teaching children about Jesus through CEF, and supporting campus ministries through Florida Christians in Business, so that young people don't drift away when life gets busy. Whether you're a lifelong believer, someone quietly curious about faith, or just in need of hope in a confusing season, you'll come away with a simple invitation: take Jesus with you, every day, everywhere you go. Quotes: “Faith doesn't erase fear; it walks you straight through it with purpose.” “Don't just call on Jesus in a crisis take Him with you into every ordinary moment of your life.” “If I had mapped out my own life, it never would have matched the journey God had planned and that's the beauty of it.” Resources: The Unexpected Journey: An Inspiring True Story PEGGY WATROUS WALTERS

Why is waiting so hard, especially when we believe we're doing everything right?In today's episode, Richelle Alessi opens up about the struggles and lessons found in trusting God's timing, drawing encouragement from the story of Jesus, Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. Together, we'll reflect on what it means to wait faithfully, deepen our faith in seasons of uncertainty, and embrace the journey of becoming more patient and trusting children of God.Join our community in prayer and devotion as we seek comfort, perspective, and renewed hope while waiting on the Lord's perfect timing.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video Devotionals NEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota. We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! HELP US GROW THE MMD COMMUNITY Subscribe to the show on this app Share this with a friend Join our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Leave a review Support Our Friends and Family Connect with the original host of MMD Alison Delamota Follow our family's podcast The Family Business with The Alessis