Faith with Friends

Lisa Lorenzo: Host of the "Faith with Friends" podcast and a dedicated follower of Jesus. She started the podcast during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide a community of believers who can support and encourage each other in their faith journeys. Lisa has a heart for helping others and sharing the love of God through her podcast. Tatiana: A close friend of Lisa's for over 25 years. She has personall...

Dr. Lydia Martinez is a mental health counselor and Christian therapist. She has extensive experience in helping individuals overcome anxiety and find spiritual growth. Dr. Martinez combines her expertise in mental health counseling with biblical principles to provide holistic guidance to her clients. She is passionate about helping people find healing and peace through the discipline of gratitude...

Welcome to the Faith with Friends podcast, where host Lisa explores faith, relationships, and spiritual growth. In this episode, Lisa discusses how to navigate life's ups and downs with faith, hope, and love. Drawing from the Word of God, she reminds listeners of the promises found in Isaiah 40:10 and Isaiah 41:10, which assure us that God is with us, strengthens us, and upholds us. Lisa emphasize...

About the Guest(s): No guest information provided in the transcript. Episode Summary: Welcome to the "Faith with Friends" podcast, where faith, relationships, and spiritual growth are discussed. In this episode, host Lisa Lorenzo explores the topic of walking in purpose. She delves into the journey of faith, emphasizing the importance of progress, purpose, and pressing on. Drawing from biblical ve...

Finding Peace Through Gratitude: Overcoming Anxiety with Dr. Lydia Martinez Dr. Lydia Martinez is a mental health counselor and Christian therapist. She has extensive experience in helping individuals overcome anxiety and find spiritual growth. Dr. Martinez is known for her compassionate and insightful approach to counseling. She is dedicated to helping people find healing and peace through the di...

About the Guest(s): No guest information provided in the transcript. Episode Summary: Welcome to the Faith with Friends podcast, where we explor topics related to faith, relationships, and spiritual growth. In this episode, Lisa discusses the power and help that believers receive from the Holy Spirit. She highlights various ways in which the Holy Spirit guides, teaches, comforts, empowers, and fil...

### About the Guest(s): ​ **Dr. Lidia Martinez** is a renowned expert in communication and relationships. With years of experience in counseling and coaching, she has helped countless individuals improve their communication skills and strengthen their connections with others. Dr. Martinez is known for her compassionate and empathetic approach, guiding her clients towards open and honest dialogue....

In this episode of the "Faith with Friends" podcast, host Lisa Lorenzo explores Psalm 61. She sets the scene of David standing alone on a high rock, seeking refuge and peace in the wilderness. David's song in this psalm is a testament to his unshakable faith and his belief in God's unwavering presence. Lisa encourages listeners to take refuge in God's steadfast love and to find comfort in His unch...

In this episode of the Faith with Friends podcast, host Lisa Lorenzo delves into Psalm 6 and explores David's journey from suffering to strength. She sets the scene of a small, dimly lit room where David, burdened and weary, kneels in prayer and pours out his heart before the Lord. David's pleas reveal his deep understanding of God's nature and his desire for mercy over harsh discipline. Lisa high...

Lisa is the host of the "Faith with Friends" podcast. She is passionate about faith, relationships, and spiritual growth. Through her podcast, she aims to help listeners know God and make Him known. Summary: In this episode, Lisa reads and discusses Psalm 5, which is a prayer of David seeking God's attention and help. The psalm serves as a reminder that we can turn to God for guidance and refuge i...

In this episode of the Faith with Friends podcast, host Lisa reads and reflects on Psalm 4. The theme of the psalm is rejoicing in God's protection and peace, even in the midst of adversity. David, the author of the psalm, was surrounded by enemies seeking to destroy him, yet he found confidence in God's ability to listen and respond to his prayers. The psalm emphasizes seeking God's favor, dealin...

Lisa is the host of the Faith With Friends podcast. She is passionate about exploring faith, relationships, and spiritual growth. Through her podcast, she seeks to know God and make Him known. Summary: In this episode of the Faith With Friends podcast, host Lisa Lorenzo explores Psalm Two. She highlights the powerful message of God's sovereignty and the ultimate authority of His Son, Jesus Christ....

**About The Guest(s):** ​ Lisa Lorenzo is the host of the Faith With Friends podcast. She is passionate about faith, relationships, and spiritual growth. Through her podcast, she aims to help listeners connect with God and deepen their understanding of faith. ​ **Summary:** ​ In this episode of the Faith With Friends podcast, host Lisa Lorenzo discusses Psalm 3 and the theme of confidently trustin...

Hello everyone and welcome back. Today we're reading Psalm 1 as today is November 1st and we're going to have a little meditation on the path to true blessedness. Join me as we explore its verses and learn some...

Lisa Lorenzo is the host of the Faith with Friends podcast. She took a break to recharge and reconnect with God and her family. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing one's relationship with God and seeking wisdom from Him. Summary: Lisa returns to the Faith with Friends podcast after a hiatus, sharing the reasons for her break and the importance of recharging and reconnecting with God and...

Embracing Our Calling: Sharing the Gospel with Courage and Compassion Lisa celebrates a milestone in the Faith with Friends podcast journey, thanking listeners and guests for their support. She explores Isaiah 6:8, discussing the calling to spread the Gospel and the importance of a personal relationship with God. Lisa shares her own experience of following God's prompting to start the podcast and...

Lisa Lorenzo is the host of the Faith With Friends podcast. She is passionate about faith, relationships, and spiritual growth. Through her podcast, she aims to help listeners prioritize prayer and the reading of God's Word. Summary: In this episode of the Faith With Friends podcast, host Lisa Lorenzo explores Hebrews chapter three, which calls us to have a steadfast faith. She emphasizes the impo...

In this episode of Faith with Friends, host Lisa Lorenzo is joined by her friend Shaunda to discuss God friendship and building others up. Shonda is mentor who has a passion for encouraging others to deepen their faith and develop Christ-like qualities.​ In this two-part series, Lisa and Shaunda delve into the topic of biblical friendships and what they should look like. They explore key verses fr...

The celebration of Independence Day in the United States reminds us of our quest for freedom, both individually and as a society. As followers of Christ, we recognize our need to be free from the bondage of sin and our own selfish desires. Accepting Christ as our savior marks a new beginning and a spiritual rebirth, but the journey to freedom is ongoing and requires the cultivation of spiritual di...

Finding Rest in Jesus' Heart: A Senior Saint's Wisdom Rest for the Weary: Seeking Jesus in a Broken World In this episode of Faith with Friends podcast, Diane Stewart shares her thoughts on seeking rest in Jesus. She begins by quoting the song "Tell Your Heart to Beat Again" by Danny Gokey and emphasizes the need for Jesus in our broken world. Stewart then refers to Matthew 11:28, where Jesus invi...

The prophet Habakkuk questioned why God allowed injustice and violence to continue. He prayed for justice but saw no immediate change. Despite this, he chose to walk by faith, waiting patiently for God's timing and trusting in His character. Habakkuk's faith was grounded in the trustworthiness of God Himself. As believers, our faith is not blind, but grounded and founded in the trustworthiness of...

In this episode of the Faith with Friends podcast, hosts Lisa Lorenzo and Shaunda Longo discuss the importance of encouragement, forgiveness, and hope in the body of Christ. They define discouragement as feeling dismayed, disappointed, disillusioned, or beaten down. The hosts turn to the Bible for guidance on how to encourage others, emphasizing the importance of genuine encouragement that plays i...

Lisa Lorenzo is the host of Faith with Friends podcast, where she discusses faith, relationships, and spiritual growth. In this episode, Lisa talks about being ambassadors of change and how we can make a difference in the world by being vessels of God's love, grace, and truth. Overview: In this episode, Lisa discusses several Bible verses that teach us how to be ambassadors of change. She talks ab...

Faith with Friends Podcast Show Notes Guest Introduction In this episode of the Faith with Friends podcast, Lisa Lorenzo and Dr. Lydia Martinez are joined by a Christian therapist and mental health counselor, Dr. Lydia Martinez. Dr. Martinez is an expert in the field of mental health and has a passion for helping people grow spiritually. Overview In this episode, Lisa and Dr. Martinez discuss the...

Storms of Life Finding Peace in the Midst of Life's Storms [SUMMARY]: In this episode of the Faith with Friends podcast, the speaker reflects on the story of Jesus calming the storm in Matthew 8:23-27 and draws valuable lessons from it. The passage teaches that storms are a normal part of life, and in the midst of these storms, we can find comfort in remembering that Jesus is with us. It highlight...