Indestructible Life with Emily Wickham

Dear Listeners, Welcome to Season Three, Episode One! I'm so excited to try something new by reading Psalm 106 and commenting periodically throughout the chapter. Please join me in pondering truths the Holy Spirit brings to mind. He has a wonderful plan for our spiritual growth. In particular, Psalm 106 references the many times God's people, the Israelites, forgot His work on their beha...

Dear Listeners, Sometimes we struggle with purpose, wondering why we're here on earth and what God desires us to do for Him. Meet John the Baptist. He understood his God-given purpose, and he exemplified how to fulfill your purpose.  Fascinating details like John's miraculous birth, life in the desert, and diet of locusts and honey don't even compare to the extraordinary way God use...

Dear Listeners, Certain situations trouble us to the core, launching us into a place of struggle. We know God's Word is true ... but do we really believe the Bible applies to our circumstances? Filled with questions, doubts, and fears, we waffle back and forth. Peace eludes us. What do we do when it is hard to believe? Today's episode, "Lazarus: Sick, Dead, Alive," covers this...

Dear Listeners, Guilt refuses to be ignored. Though we’d rather not think about the offenses  we commit, they lodge inside like an oppressive weight. How can we gain freedom in such times? God’s Word reveals the path forward in the story of the adulterous woman. Let’s take a look at her interaction with Jesus, the Savior of the world. Thanks for tuning in. May the Lord bless you with freedom and j...

Dear Listeners, John 9 tells the story of the man born blind,  offering lessons that can strengthen and encourage us today. Please tune in to learn from Jesus' actions along with the man's interaction with the Pharisees. You might be surprised at what you discover. Thank you for your interest in and support of this podcast. If you're new here, please take a moment to follow Indestru...

Dear Listeners, Today's episode marks the halfway point of Season 2, and I'm so glad you've joined me on this podcast adventure. Have you ever heard of Nathanael? If not, I understand. He was one of Jesus' 12 disciples, yet he remains little-known. May this message inform and inspire you regarding Nathanael's character as well as truths about the Lord Jesus Christ. Thank y...

Dear Listeners, In this episode, we'll discover truths Jesus revealed in His conversation with the Samaritan woman. We'll also witness the Lord showing love in action and the results it produced. Let's learn more about this Samaritan woman who was fulfilling an ordinary task but encountered JESUS in the process. Her story relates to ours in various ways. Thanks so much for tuning in...

Dear Listeners, It's great to be together again, and today's message about Nicodemus really stretched me. I pray God uses it for His purposes in your heart, too. Nicodemus's story might impact you in unexpected ways. A someone who enjoyed the honor and respect of many, it's interesting to ponder his purpose and manner of visiting Jesus. Their conversation and Jesus' subseq...

 Dear Listeners, Welcome to season two! We are getting to know Mary Magdalene in today's episode, and her example touches the heart. I pray God will use this message to impact you in mighty ways. Mary Magdalene's identity has been confused at times, so this study of John 20:1-18 will provide some clarity. And as her story intersects with your life today, may you be blessed beyond measure...

Dear Listeners, We're at the end of season one! Isn't that amazing? "The LORD has done great things for us; We are glad" (Psalm 126:3, NASB). Please join me for this study on the apostle John, one who lived a life of service to our Lord. Consider how he handled being alone and learn more about what it means to be "in the Spirit." Also, take time to drink in the breath...

Dear Listeners, Afraid and depressed, Elijah encountered God in a powerful way. And we can, too. Elijah's story in 1 Kings 19 speaks into those deep places of the heart. Because life can be scary and painful, yet Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever" (Hebrews 13:8, NIV). May the Holy Spirit comfort and encourage you as we peer into one of Elijah's worst - yet bes...

Oh, my friends, Do you struggle with being a people pleaser? And do you just feel horrible when people misunderstand or judge you? If you can relate to these experiences, please listen to this message about Mary of Bethany. Her story in Matthew 26, Mark 14, and John 12 can help in more ways than one. I'd also like to share the Scripture reference/verse for a thought mentioned in this episode....

Dear Listeners, I can only wonder what God will do with this message because it's been a tremendous challenge to create this episode. But life is full of challenges, isn't it? And Queen Esther certainly faced her own set of difficulties.  From being an orphan, getting moved into the palace, and then risking her life to intercede for her people, Esther demonstrated her faith in ways that...

Daniel: Wise, Compassionate, Humble Dear Listeners, Oh, I really hope you can make time for episode 4 because the Holy Spirit brought some amazing applications to light. I love God’s Word and the way it reveals unexpected truths that reach our very core. This message on Daniel holds much benefit for our lives today. A Worthy Example Have you ever considered Daniel’s example as he served the LORD i...

Mary: Inexperienced, Surrendered, Grateful In episode 3 of the Indestructible Life Podcast,  Emily Wickham considers the life of Mary, mother of our Lord. Mary's example provides inspiration as we desire for God to use us but often feel unqualified, and it teaches us the importance of surrendering to God's will in our lives. Also, Mary's gratitude toward God during her pregnancy wit...

Leah: Hated, Desperate, Chosen We can learn so much from the life of Leah, who was hated, desperate, and chosen. Join Emily Wickham as she teaches on Genesis 29:16-25 & 31. You might be surprised at some of the details that emerge from this story upon a closer look, and you'll also be encouraged as you consider how God used this woman in a mighty way. He is so good. To read the blog posts...

Episode 1 introduces listeners to the Indestructible Life Podcast host, Emily Wickham, and more importantly, it presents the Lord Jesus Christ. Join Emily as she shares God's Word plus truths about Christ that can impact your life today. Listen in to the true story of Jesus, who is the Way, the Truth, & the Life. Always remember: God loves you, and in Christ you're indestructible. I&...