Academy Days: Christian Fiction for Teen Girls

(Episode Character: Lacey Winters)  Lacey is struggling with the changes in her home life.  Today's Bible Verse: John 16:13 Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano Support the show

(Episode Character: Carmen Oliver)  Carmen, her mom, and London go on a late-night investigation.  Today's Bible Verses: Proverbs 4:19, 1 Thessalonians 5:5 Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano Support the show

(Episode Character: London Pella)  London finds herself in the dark basement of the Easton Hotel again, and makes an important discovery--or two.  Today's Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano Support the show

(Episode Character: Lacey Winters)  Lacey finally finds out what has been going on in Grey and Forest's lives and a way to help them.  Today's Bible Verses: Luke 2:1 - 20  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano Support the show

(Episode Character: Nora Argine)  Nora Argine fears her brother will get mixed up in something he shouldn't and learns new information that could help in the search for Geraud Dalton's artwork.  Today's Discussion Question: What personal growth in your own life or in those you care about can you thank God for this year?  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft /...

(Episode Character: Lacey Winters)  Once again, Lacey feels like an unsuccessful babysitter, and once again, she overhears something she wished she hadn't.  Bible Verse: 1 Peter 5:7-10 Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Bredehoft Smith / Music: Michael DeStefano Support the show

(Episode Character: Lacey Winters)  Two in the morning isn't too late--or early--to talk and eat a snack.  Today's Bible Verses: Proverbs 18:24, Psalm 27:10, Luke 21:16-18 Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano  Support the show

(Episode Character - Lacey Winters)  Discussion Question: One way to become discouraged as a Christian is to allow what others have done to create a jaded or bitter spirit in our hearts and attitudes. What can you do to guard your heart in this area while continuing to admire good Christian examples around you?  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefan...

(Episode Character: Carmen Oliver)  Carmen finds her long weekend home disturbed by a theft.  Today's Bible Verse: Ephesians 6:16, Psalm 3 Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Bredehoft Smith / Music: Michael DeStefano  Website: judithdestefano.com Email: academydayspodcast@gmail.com  Support the show

(Episode Character: London Pella)  London is forced to think about the scariest day of her life.  Today's Bible Verse: Psalm 3 Author: Judith DeStefano / Music: Michael DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Bredehoft Smith  Support the show

(Episode Character: Nora Argine)  Nora wonders about how Winston classifies their friendship, and she also navigates yet another situation involving Ramsey.  Discussion Question: Have you ever felt rushed into a decision by the opinions of friends or peers? What helps you think clearly about important decisions?  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Bredehoft Smith / Music: Michael DeStefa...

(Episode Character: Carmen Oliver)  Carmen and Zepher face something unexpected on the way home for Christmas break.  Today's Discussion Question: What are some key ingredients of a close friendship? Beyond feelings, what makes a friendship long-lasting?  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano  Support the show

(Episode Character: Lacey Winters)  Lacey prepares for her sixteenth birthday party.  Today's Bible Verse: Genesis 16:13  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano Support the show

(Episode Character: Nora Argine)  Nora finds herself disgruntled at the idea that Winston might like Sophie.  Discussion Question: In what area are you tempted to be jealous? How does jealousy cause you to behave? How does jealousy keep you from trusting God? Can you surrender that thing/person/issue to Him?  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano ...

(Episode Character: London Pella)  London works as a receptionist at the Easton Hotel and deals with a fussy boss, an unfriendly co-worker, and a unique guest.  Today's Bible Verse: Titus 3:1 Discussion Question: How can you respect an authority figure even when his/her personality differs from your own?  Listener Survey: judithdestefano.com  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith...

(Episode Character: Lacey Winters)  Lacey babysits for the first time.  Today's Discussion Question: Have you ever felt as if something went wrong--and it was your fault? How should you face that situation the next time? Do you give up? Try again?  (Author : Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music : Michael DeStefano)  Website: judithdestefano.com  Support the show

(Episode Character: Nora Argine)  Nora is frustrated in her new job.  Today's Bible Verse: James 1:5 Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano  Support the show

(Episode Character: Carmen Oliver)  Carmen hits a low point in her freshman year of college.  Today's Bible Verse: John 3:17  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano Support the show

(Episode Character: London Pella) London returns to school for the first time after missing part of the semester.  Today's Discussion Question: Is there anything you have been taking for granted? Think of one positive way to own your age and help your family.  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: Michael DeStefano Support the show

(Episode Character: Lacey Winters) Lacey Winters' parents are still gone, someone new moves onto her street, and Grey is acting a bit off.  Today's Discussion Question: When you are overwhelmed, what negative tendency do you need to guard against? Do you have a healthy solution for easing those overwhelmed feelings?  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Pamela Smith Bredehoft / Music: M...

(Episode Character: Carmen Oliver)  Carmen's life isn't exactly all smooth-sailing at the moment.  Discussion Question: When new, exciting things enter your life, how can you find balance in your world?  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Ashley Plank / Music: Michael DeStefano  Support the show

(Episode Character: Lacey Winters)  Lacey and Sophie try to solve the bookstore mystery.  Today's Bible Verses: Psalm 103:2 - 4, Matthew 6:14 - 15  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Ashley Plank / Music: Michael DeStefano  Support the show

(Episode Character: London Pella)  When London sets out to go fishing with her dad, she has no idea what the day will hold.  Today's Bible Verse: Lamentations 3:22 - 23  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Ashley Plank / Music: Michael DeStefano  Support the show

(Episode Character: Lacey Winters)  Lacey's parents finally leave on their trip.  Today's Bible Verse: Philippians 4:8 , 2 Timothy 1:7 Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Ashley Plank / Music: Michael DeStefano  Support the show

(Episode Character: Lacey Winters)  Lacey continues investigating the mystery at Turn the Page bookshop.  Discussion Question: Miss Paige likes to share books. What is something you love that you can share with others?  Author: Judith DeStefano / Cover Art: Ashley Plank / Music: Michael DeStefano  Support the show