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My daughter came home from school one day telling me about a boy in her class. He was bragging about his nice car, huge house, and lavish vacations- leading his friends to think this was because of him. I told her- “He’s 8. You realize he doesn’t actually have any money. It’s his parents who are rich”   https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more C...

If we’re being honest, I’d say most of us act differently around our closest friends than our coworkers, bosses or even parents. Sometimes it’s just because certain people bring out various parts of our personalities. Other times our professional environments dictate different behaviors. This is perfectly normal.   https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more C...

King David, the author of the 23rd Psalm, knew both- what it was like to be a shepherd, and what it was like to be a sheep. Sheep tend to have a reputation for being- what’s the polite way to say this?- Not the sharpest tool in the shed. But- the irony of this is that studies show sheep are quite intelligent. They build relationships, stick up for each other, and mourn the loss of their frie...

Have you ever paid attention to a new building being constructed in your neighborhood? If you stood nearby and just watched for an hour or two you wouldn’t see much progress. Maybe you’d see a window or two installed. But mostly you’d walk away seeing the house in much the same state as when you arrived. But if you were to watch a time lapse of this building you’d see that...

In The Salvation Army, we don’t have funerals. We have a celebration of life. We celebrate the beautiful moments God gifted us with this person. We celebrate the lives they touched while they were here with us, and we celebrate the hope God has given us in eternal life through His Son Jesus Christ.   https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeau...

Have you ever tried out for something? A sports team? A play? A band? If so, what did you do in the weeks or months leading up to that tryout? If was for a football team- did you practice? Did you exercise? Eat well? Or did you only say a prayer about it- expecting God to make it happen without your own effort?   https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at...

What was the last new device you purchased? A new phone, new computer, or a new security device? It can be so frustrating having limited knowledge of this new gadget. But after reading through the instructions and watching a few tutorials it’s like a whole new world opens up to us. It’s not that it didn’t exist before- we just didn’t know about it. https://salvationarmysoun...

If you want to get a group of people talking, ask them to share about the worst job they’ve ever had. Everyone has a story about a boring job, a terrible boss, or rude coworker. A workplace is somewhere uniquely prone to conflict because you’re asking a group of people with very different personalities to work together to achieve a common goal.   https://salvationarmysoundcast.org...

In the Bible, when Peter asked Jesus how many times he needed to forgive someone, Jesus, beautifully replied, “Seventy times seven times”. In other words- we should forgive continuously. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

In a society focused on out busy-ing each other, the act of taking a Sabbath appears to be a lost art. However, much like an active recovery day allows your body to recover, observing a Sabbath doesn’t mean you can’t be productive. When you give your mind a break from your demanding work life, you’re able to focus on your family, your home life and your prayer life. https://salva...

Do you enjoy the place you call home, your routine, your town, your surroundings, your job? Are you comfortable? Well, what if God told you to leave all of it behind? Would you move? https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

What do you think is the most highlighted scripture in the Bible? Well according to a recent study by Amazon, the most highlighted scripture is Philippians 4:6-7. “Don’t be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.&...

Has compassion ever cost you something? Quite honestly, being the hands and feet of Jesus isn’t always neat and tidy. In fact, it may cost you more than you bargained for. But, Galatians chapter 6 encourages us to carry each other’s burdens for in this way we fulfill the law of Christ. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and in...

I think we can agree there are tons of distractions in our world today. Constant notifications on your phone, unread emails, Instagram reels sent by your spouse, the list goes on and on. It can be challenging to take a break from all the noise. Even when you do stop, then you get anxious worrying you’re going to miss something!   https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat   Disco...

Who are you allowing yourself to hear from? Who are you allowing to influence your life? God is our father, and He wants us to recognize His voice at all times. My sheep know my voice and a stranger’s voice they will not follow, He said. So, who are you listening to? And should you believe what they’re saying?   https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian...

The stages of grief don’t happen in a box and the healing process takes time. 2nd Corinthians 1:3-4 says, “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.”   https://salvationarmysoundc...

All of us, at some point, can find ourselves in a dark place. Whether it’s due to trouble in a relationship, work, school. Maybe we can’t even pinpoint the cause of this overwhelming sadness. In this state it may even seem impossible to hear the voice of God. But, no matter what- you matter to Him. He loves you beyond what we can ever understand. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/hear...

The ability to bounce back after trauma is what psychologists call “post-traumatic growth.” This is a positive transformation that can occur when people go through serious stress, like as a chronic illness, injury, or disaster. Positive and transformational things can be gained from struggling through events like these. The worst thing that can happen to us can turn into something posi...

If, like me, you're a big planner it can be difficult when the direction your life is heading isn't where you thought it would go. Trust God, listen to His voice, and know that He has plans for you- beyond anything you could ask or imagine. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/con...

Have you ever heard the phrase, “advanced gratitude”? It’s the ability to appreciate the difficult events in your life because of what you end up gaining from them as a result. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

Today, students are turning in essays and taking credit for something they didn’t create. Now imagine as they continue onto college, and then the workforce, only to be found out that they never took the time to learn for themselves. It’s the newest form of plagiarism. As children of God, we can behave similarly when we declare ourselves self-made, or we begin to celebrate our talents a...

People with fewer social ties had significantly higher risks of dying from heart disease and cancer. Dr. Claire Young contends that social isolation is a source of chronic stress that puts us at risk. Hebrews 10:25 says, “Some people have gotten out of the habit of meeting together for worship, but we must not do that.  We should keep on encouraging each other…” Don’t...

Sometimes we just want to be left alone! But- If we shut ourselves off from the world, we can’t be much of a light to people in desperate need of hope. So, of course, these notions are incompatible with words of Jesus found in Matthew chapter 22 when one of the Pharisees asked Jesus which is the greatest commandment in the Law? Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all you...

Romans, chapter 6 says, Therefore we have been buried with him by baptism into death, so that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, so we too might walk in newness of life. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

After Jesus ascended, He didn’t leave us as orphans, He has gifted us the Holy Spirit. If you put your trust and faith in Jesus Christ, you have a ride or die! The Holy Spirit is with you always. A friend you can trust and rely on- no matter what! https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at life...