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Have you ever wondered why God can feel distant even when you genuinely love Him and want a close relationship with Him? Past experiences of rejection, emotional distance or unmet needs can affect how we relate to others—and how we experience our relationship with God. Jennifer Slattery talks with author, speaker and Anglican priest Reverend Summer Joy Gross about attachment, anxiety and the fears...

Katherine Rhadans was a mom of three young children when drinking slowly became part of how she coped with motherhood. Her story begins with something that can feel incredibly normal for many mothers: wine at the end of a long day, a drink to take the edge off, or alcohol as a reward for making it through another day of motherhood. Christy and Katherine unpack Mommy Wine Culture and the messages t...

Don't forget to grab your free scripture journal at ⁠⁠⁠ PrayingChristianWomen.com/journal  ⁠⁠⁠today! How do you know when it's time to keep persevering in prayer, and when it's time to accept that God is saying "no"? In this Coffee Break episode, Jaime and Alana tackle one of the most difficult and painful questions in a believer's prayer life: dealing with unanswered prayers . When you have praye...

Editor's Note: We're bringing some of our favorite episodes of Teach Us to Pray out of the archives for you to discover or rediscover again. This episode originally aired in August of 2020. As much as we've learned about the numerous benefits of prayer so far in this podcast, you'd think it would always come easy. Sometimes we just don't feel like praying. Feelings should not be ignored. They are...

There’s an invisible crisis happening right before our eyes—men are suffering in silence, and too often, the warning signs go unseen until it’s too late. In this raw and deeply personal episode of Christian Parent/Crazy World , host Catherine confronts the urgent mental health struggles facing the men and boys we love most. Following a heartbreaking loss in her own circle—a former student and frie...

Have you ever thought, I’ll feel more joy when life finally calms down? What if joy isn’t something you have to wait for? In today’s episode of Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast, Bonnie explores the science of joy—and how choosing joy can actually lift your own well-being too. Bonnie shares a personal story about following a gentle prompting she really resisted initially — and the surprising joy sh...

We are so used to having answers at our fingertips. My algorithm serves up what I want, and I don't have to sift through anything or discern it. Slowly, we lose the spiritual muscle it takes to actually wait on the Lord. This week in our series on discerning God's voice, we're talking about the patience that listening requires. If we aren't prepared to wait on the Lord, we risk taking matters into...

For many kids (especially boys), life revolves around video games. "Wake me when it's the weekend" is the attitude of many kids who aren't interested in school, responsibility, or family bonding when there are video games to be played.  Child and adolescent psychologist Dr. Richard Freed joins Arlene to explain why video games are so sticky. He breaks down persuasive design, the science tech compa...

Life rarely unfolds the way we imagined. In those moments, many of us tighten our grip, while pushing, trying or angsting ourselves into stress or unhealth.   In this episode of the Unhurried Living Podcast, Gem welcomes author and speaker Vivian Mabuni for a thoughtful conversation about surrender, trust, and learning to live with open hands before God.   Drawing from her book Open Hands, Willing...

Please visit https://www.biblestudyheadquarters.com/ for more tools and resources to help you grow in faith.  You can also become a regular supporter of this podcast on the website. . If you enjoy the show and want to buy John a coffee, please click here:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/johnstange . The "Desire Jesus One Year Devotional" can be found here:  https://amzn.to/41v1DKh . To email John St...

Discover the prophetic significance of the Feast of Tabernacles, its connections to Jesus as the Living Water, and why believers around the world are celebrating it today. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

Abby & Regan Tackle the Horrifying Topic of Euthanization to a Toddler in the Netherlands In this episode, Abby Johnson and Regan Long explore the profound spiritual and moral issues surrounding recent societal trends, including the sanctity of life, spiritual warfare, and the importance of faith in confronting evil. They share personal insights, discuss controversial topics, and reflect on the po...

What does the Bible actually say about divorce? It's one of the questions Jeremy Stalnecker gets asked most through his work with veterans, first responders, and their families at Mighty Oaks. In this episode he walks through the main passages: Jesus in Matthew 19, Paul in 1 Corinthians 7, and what the rest of scripture says about abuse. Jeremy starts with God's design for marriage. Our culture tr...

AI has become part of everyday life for most of us. We use it to answer questions, solve problems, brainstorm ideas—and sometimes even help us navigate our relationships. But could all that interaction with AI be changing us in ways we don’t realize? In this episode, Shaunti and Jeff take a fascinating look at what can happen when we get used to an AI that is always affirming, always available, an...

In this thought-provoking episode of Timeless Wisdom, Dennis delves into the complexities of human relationships and the importance of seeing others as real. Drawing from the biblical story of Jacob's sons, Dennis explores the theme of racism and how it can be overcome through education, experience, and a deeper understanding of the concept of God's image. Follow on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcas...

Evening Scripture Psalm 27 The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. One thing I ask from the Lord, ...

We tell ourselves the joy will come when things improve. When the prayer is answered. When the diagnosis changes. When the finances stabilize. When life finally starts to feel more manageable. We put joy somewhere out ahead of us, just past the next resolved problem, and we wait for circumstances to deliver what only God can give. Habakkuk does not wait. Closing his book in the middle of a season...

God’s pruning process can feel difficult, but it is always guided by His love and purpose for our lives. In John 15:1-2, Jesus reveals that God is the gardener who carefully removes what prevents us from growing and producing lasting fruit. While pruning may involve letting go of things we value, God’s work is never meant to harm us—it is meant to help us become more fruitful. Just as a gardener t...

Please visit https://www.biblestudyheadquarters.com/ for more tools and resources to help you grow in faith.  You can also become a regular supporter of this podcast on the website. . If you enjoy the show and want to buy John a coffee, please click here:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/johnstange . The "Desire Jesus One Year Devotional" can be found here:  https://amzn.to/41v1DKh . To email John St...

The popular adage that laughter is the best medicine turns out to be biblically grounded. Proverbs 17:22 declared it long before any university study confirmed it: a cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. And science has caught up — multiple studies have proven that laughter reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, oxygenates the body, and loosens the grip of anxie...

Please visit https://www.biblestudyheadquarters.com/ for more tools and resources to help you grow in faith.  You can also become a regular supporter of this podcast on the website. . If you enjoy the show and want to buy John a coffee, please click here:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/johnstange . The "Desire Jesus One Year Devotional" can be found here:  https://amzn.to/41v1DKh . To email John St...

"I spent my whole life fighting. I never learned how to suffer." Former pro fighter and SWAT officer Sean Kennard on a biblical view of pain and suffering and what a year of debilitating illness has taught him about God. In this episode, host Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Sean Kennard, Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, professional fighter, and former SWAT officer, who got severely ill a year ago...

Today's Bible Verse: "The Lord was with the men of Judah. They took possession of the hill country, but they were unable to drive the people from the plains because they had chariots fitted with iron." — Judges 1:19 Judges 1:19 reminds us that even when God is with us, we may still encounter obstacles that feel overwhelming. The tribe of Judah experienced victory because the Lord was with them, ye...

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The groundbreaking movement of Universal Zionism is reshaping Jewish-Christian relations and uniting believers worldwide to fulfill biblical prophecy. Learn how. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content that informs, inspires, and empowers. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .