Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast

Depression during the holidays can be crippling. If you are someone you love struggles with depression, Dr. Michelle Bengstron can help. And if you aren't depressed, reach out to someone who is.

Peggy Sue Wells shares from her latest book, Homeless for the Holidays. The family faced their worst fear because of of joblessness, but they learn to have a great time without all the fuss. She talks about ways to have more by doing less.

Teens and their moms face a huge transition as the teen moves into adulthood. Tessa Emily Hall has a ministry to teen girls and she gives tips on handling those tough years.

Karen Whiting discusses thanksgiving in the Bible and shares how moms today can make Thanksgiving fun. www.karenwhiting.com

Busy moms wonder struggle to be thankful, much less teach it. Becky Harling shares how to have a spirit of thankfulness in your home. (without losing your mind)

Deborah Malone shares her story and explains how she bloomed even after she was broken. Fine Deborah at www.wherehopeblooms.

Cynthia Cavanaugh and Andrea Tomassi have opened their hearts with their devotional on living boldly. They cover all aspects of life including being open, prayer, communing with God, and forgiving.

Understanding Personalities can help you make friends and keep them. Linda Gilden gives tips on finding friends as she discusses her new book, Linked. You can find Linda at www.lindagilden.com

Have you ever met someone who talked nonstop? You couldn't get a word in? Everyone dislikes that. The Bible says to be quick to hear and slow to speak, but listening is hard. Becky Harling shares tips from her newest book on how to listen well.

MJ Nixon shares how she broke free from homosexuality. You can find her group at https://uprootedheart.com/. Watch her documentary at https://heresmyheartdocumentary.com/

Edwina Cowgill shares the story of her friend, Alexandria Bagnull. Alexandria's husband abandoned her with two young children, but with God's help she survived.

Rebecca Price Janney shares how she researched her family tree and learned fascinating things about her family.

Donna Jones describes her journey to find God, and she encourages us that he is not far away.

Law Professor F. LaGard Smith shares a huge mistake Darwin overlooked. Given the gradual development Darwin proposed, Smith points out how unlikely it is that two individuals would be at the right developmental stage at the same time.

Do you ever get frustrated with prayer and wonder if God is listening? Janet McHenry wrote Complete Guide to the Prayers of Jesus. She gives tips on how to pray and reach the heart of God.

Katy Kauffman of Lighthouse Bible Studies shares about needs and how to get our needs met through knowing God.

Joy Schneider has spent years studying spiritual warfare. She guides us toward understanding and responding to our enemy.

Have you ever felt like giving up or pulling out your hair. There's help. Teresa Knight, mother of nine, gives tips on raising that strong-willed child.

Michelle Medlock Adams just released Fabulous and Focused, and book for working Moms. She gives tips on juggling all the responsibility.

Peggy Sue Wells shares tips on having great relationships with family and friends.

Susan G Mathis shares the theme of her latest novel. Listen and learn how to leave a legacy for your children.

Yvonne Ortega shares from her own experiences what it's like to lose someone you love, and she explains how to grieve well. With her guidance, you can come out stronger and more beautiful. www.yvonneortega.com

Shannon Dietz shares her story and she explains how she overcame. Listen and learn how you can heal too.

Do you struggle with what to throw away and what to keep? Monica Schmelter and her co-authors Kaley Rhea and Rhonda Rhea can help you life a more organized life.

Cynthia L Simmons and Julie K Gillies invite you to join them in the holy habit of praying for yourself. Today the topic is sensing God's presence.