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Music. It's such a universal language and connects the world! How God has given us music to return it to Him in worship is a beautiful scene and impacted Andrew Greer's world deeply. It's "homebase" and is foundational in how the Lord has directed his path all the way to Plains, Georgia.  Amazon link to Andrew's book, More than a President:  Connect with Andrew:  https://www.andrew-greer.com/   "D...

"God ruined" Caleb's life...but it was necessary. The reaction of other Christ-followers was grace and a reminder that we lay down our lives for the Lord because He did that for us. The path would lead to a full circle moment. 20th Anniversary of Captured by Grace with https://therockmusic.org/     "Dawn & Steve+ you, living biblically!" Connect and Support Dawn & Steve+: www.dawnandstevep...

SHAME. Do you live in it? Are you hiding areas of your life and suffering because of it? Is there hope? Is there someone who can meet you in your shame and bring you out of it and help you live in FREEDOM? Morgan Kruger lived in shame and now walks in freedom. Find out what happened in her life and what could happen in yours.  Psalm 34 Amazon link to Morgan's book: https://www.amazon.com/Goodbye-H...

"Why are you here?" the question Dr. Travis Thompson would ask anyone who would come into his practice for help. If someone wants to talk about embracing a different gender from which he or she was born, the question remains the same. Not all licensed clinicians will even engage in that much conversation before signing off on life-changing surgery. Is there a conversation that can be helpful with...

Not much speaks to the soul like music. Steele Croswhite and The Rock Music offer a rededication of a project that originally released 20 years ago. The TRUTH is the same now as it was then as we can be Captured by Grace.    The 20th anniversary of Captured by Grace with Steele Croswhite and The Rock Music: https://therockmusic.org/albums/captured-by-grace     "Dawn & Steve+ you, living biblic...

Defining terms is a helpful place to start when talking about transgenderism. From there what are next steps when engaging people in conversation and relationship that are embracing these ideas? The "human condition" plays into the knowledge each person needs in this conversation.  Connect with Dr. Travis Thompson:  Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/travisthompsonmedia Website:  drthompsonlmft.com X: @...

There is a generation or two that have a hard time understanding a statement like "Practicing Life Together" because that's what you do. You live life together, "in community". There are a few more generations that have not had the privilege of this type of living and Dr. Paul Gutacker says, we can fix that! Amazon link to Dr. Paul's book: https://amzn.to/4ndlFCw   "Dawn & Steve+ you, living b...

Life is hard. No one will argue with that statement. We are "called" to persevere. Is it really that important? What can we learn from a new marathon runner? This show shares a momma's pride in an adult-child's accomplishment and sees a lot of God's design for our lives in the lived-out story.  "Dawn & Steve+ you, living biblically!" Connect and Support Dawn & Steve+: www.dawnandsteveplus....

Standing on the truth of God's word is so important for a Believer. There are some non-negotiables that we cannot turn our backs on but what about something where we just disagree? Do we extend grace to one another or do we just react? Hope is found in Jesus: www.needhim.org   "Dawn & Steve+ you, living biblically!" Connect and Support Dawn & Steve+: www.dawnandsteveplus.com   Fueled by Ra...

If you are a Christian, how can you be a researcher or scientist? Basically, how do you have a brain or think clearly since you believe in a Big Sky God? This thinking pervades our culture in general but especially in the world of academia. What did Dr. Travis Thompson encounter while working toward his Ph. D.? What if you attend a Christian college or university? Connect with Dr. Travis Thompson:...

Dawn's Mom is in the presence of Jesus after a long journey with dementia and various health issues. While so very happy for her, losing a loved one is challenging but when you know Jesus you grieve with HOPE!  What does HOPE look like? A relationship with Jesus:  www.needhim.org   "Dawn & Steve+ you, living biblically!" Connect and Support Dawn & Steve+: www.dawnandsteveplus.com   Fueled...

Ava Pennington has a love for Bible study and seeing how God helps us live out how He directs our paths through the lens of Scripture. This conversation takes us to Galatians and how the Fruit of the Spirit is relevant to our relationship with the Lord and one another.  Amazon link to Ava's book, FLOURISH: https://amzn.to/46ZVx97   https://avapennington.com/   "Dawn & Steve+ you, living biblic...

Does Jesus really make a difference in our lives? If we're living in the knowing, we're going through the motions. If we're living in believing, life is transformed by His Spirit. What's the difference? What about your life? Surrendered or walking in the "knowing"? Amazon link to the Paul David Tripp Devo mentioned:  "Dawn & Steve+ you, living biblically!" Connect and Support Dawn & Steve+...

"Why is there no recovery in prison or jail?" This is the question that Dr. Travis Thompson was asked and sent him looking for the answer. How far can addiction take a person and then what? What about the beginnings of addiction? What can family members "do" to help the potential addict? Links to Dr. Travis Thompson:  www.drthompsonlmft.com Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/travisthompsonmedia Website:...

"Taking the love of Jesus to the streets" - this is what Last Call for Grace ministry does in its community. Why would a local businessman get involved in something so different from his regular day to day life and interact with people that are hard to relate to? Where do you see God at work in your community - are you ready to join Him there?   https://lastcall4grace.org/   "Dawn & Steve+ you...

We talk about slowing down and spending time on the important things. We talk about listening for the nudge of God in a given day and to follow what's in front of us. What happens when we make the changes that actually help us DO the slowing down and the "next thing"? Samantha Decker is on the UNHURRIED journey and it is a daily adventure.  Amazon link for Samantha's book: https://amzn.to/4puJ84w...

What happens when you say YES to God and mean it with your whole heart? Ken Ham shares more of the miracles that happened and how the Creation Museum came to be, as well as The Ark Encounter. He tells story after story in his new book, Miraculous: the Ken Ham and Answers in Genesis Story.  Amazon link to Ken's book: https://amzn.to/4n3MJET   The Ark Encounter: https://arkencounter.com/   The Creat...

What the Lord can do through a completely surrender life is nothing short of MIRACULOUS! Answers in Genesis, The Creation Museum and The Ark Encounter are just three of the stories that come to life in Ken's new book, Miraculous: The Ken Ham and Answers in Genesis Story.  The Amazon Link to Ken's book: https://amzn.to/4n3MJET   Creation Museum: https://creationmuseum.org/ The Ark Encounter: https:...

Find out why Israel Matters: Why Christians Must Think Differently about the People and the Land and what motivated Charlie in his love for Israel is actually biblical. To hear more from Briggs visit: - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RTglWZt7zc&list=PLwDcZ2iDl3fSqlBYc9vFHe0SW2ubyP4Yz Subscribe to Briggs’ Channel here:- https://www.youtube.com/@hatikvahfilms?sub_confirmation=1 Learn HEBREW he...

People in pews at church... If you grew up in a church that had pews (or if your church still has them) do you see any relational significance to having pews? Do they tell us something a little more in depth about how we view church? https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/i-miss-pews/   "Dawn & Steve+ you, living biblically!" Connect and Support Dawn & Steve+: www.dawnandsteveplus.com...

Sometimes it's called "the Book of instruction" but how can the Bible instruct us if we're not reading and thinking about what it says? The book of James has some deep instruction. Are we reading it? Are we listening to how the Spirit of God is teaching us? Do we see the changes that are the result of God changing us to reflect more of His character? https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ja...

Oh the Small Group Story Continues!! When the Lord starts moving in your life and changes you from the inside-out in order to equip you and have you follow Him, how do you respond to those changes? Dawn has struggled with Small Groups for so long but the Lord has been moving and His story continues in this journey. What about being part of a Small Group with parents of young children when yours ar...

If we're not in to exercise or choosing better foods, is it really hurting us? I mean REALLY?!? C'mon. I work around the house and I don't eat "that bad". I don't know what that has to do with my spiritual and mental health. Phil Herndon helps us look more deeply into this subject to see if physical health really matters.  Phil Herndon, Clinical Director of www.tinmanministries.org   "Dawn & S...

Jenn has learned that truly, God IS out to get you but maybe not in the way you think! As she talks music, TMJ, growing up a pastor's kid, and the church, she has some deep insight into how the Lord has been at work in her life and others.   Jenn's YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@JennChenowethMusic   "Dawn & Steve+ you, living biblically!" Connect and Support Dawn & Steve+: www....

On August 30, 2024, life for our team here at Dawn & Steve+ changed significantly! What has God been doing through the past year in the lives of the podcast, ourselves, and our families? He has certainly been teaching us many things about Himself! We celebrate trusting Him with circumstances we don't understand. Proverbs 3: 5-6; James 1;                2 Corinthians 4.    "Dawn & Steve+ yo...