Keeping It Young

We're finishing this mini-series on Overcoming Pitfalls of Family and Ministry! 3. Please God wholeheartedly In ministry we were/are all in   We served as a family We have gone soul winning as a family We have sung as a family We have worshiped as a family We have sat together as a family in church We have had family devotions We have had long talks about life and godliness We have prayed together...

So how do you overcome the pitfalls of family and ministry? Dave and Bethlie make three suggestions: Have ONE priority GOD IS EVERYTHING I know that we are taught that Family is First Bethlie and I perhaps take a different approach Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, all these things will be added unto you.   All these things: Refers to God's blessings and favor and provisions...

We're wrapping up this Overcoming Fear series!  6. Fear can be overcome It takes power It takes love It takes a sound mind

Part 2 of our Overcoming Series! Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter to receive our NEW KIY Magazine! Part 2 4. Fear is caused By Temperament traits By Childhood experiences Basic needs aren't met Love Understanding Acceptance Overprotective parents Dominating parents By a traumatic experience By Anger By Sin A guilty conscience By lack of Faith Unbelief is failing to trust God Unbelief is...

We're continuing our Overcoming series and beginning a new topic, fear.  Fear is universal Adam and Eve experienced fear in the garden Farther we go from God and the more disobedient we are, the greater the fear that we experience Our world offers a continual diet of fear Economy World conditions Medical concerns See Reader's Digest illustration p. 82 LaHaye Joseph Fort Newton, former pastor of St...

Don't forget to sign up for the  Keeping It Young Magazine! Enjoy this last episode of the Overcoming Hurt mini-series.    Fruit That Can Result From A Hurt v. 14. God will use it to make you holy v. 17 God will use it to get you to the Father v. 21 God will use it to build your faith and hope v. 22 God will use it to purify your heart to fervent love V. 23 God will use it to get you saved  

Part 4 and the final episode in this Overcoming series.  Don't forget to sign up for the Keeping It Young Magazine! 4. Forgive the one who hurt you Forgiveness understands the wrong Forgiveness understands that it will always be wrong Forgiveness chooses to move on Forgiveness releases the debt that I am owed because of the wrong  

Let's dive in on part 3!    5. Treat others with love    6. Guard your words       1. Speak truth - but always in love       2 Be honest - lying never works       3. Control your temper           1. The wrath of man never works the righteousness of God 3. Confront the hurt Biblically -Ephesians 4:30-31      1. Grow spiritually Ephesians 4:19-24      2. Be kind to those who hurt you      3. Be tend...

Let's dive in!   Part 2 3.  Hurts can be overcome Consider our texts 1 Peter 1 v. 3. Lively hope v. 4 incorrupt inheritance v. 5 Keeping power v. 6 heavy burdens 1 Peter 4   Consider Biblical examples who overcame   Joshua Daniel Hannah David Chosen to be king but ignored by his family Ridiculed and made fun of Threatened and hunted and had to run for his life Forced to leave his home and family W...

Did you hear the big news?!?! Dave and Bethlie have a BIG announcement! We're continuing our Ovecoming series and this week we begin the focus on Ovecoming Hurts. 1 Peter 1:3-9 1 Peter 4:12-14   Hurts are a normal part of living in a sin-cursed world. Storms Trials (v. 7) Disappointments Discouragement Persecution Illustration - what is your story? Your parents divorce An unhappy home-life An abse...

Join Dave and Bethlie as they finish up this series on Overcoming Dullness!   3.  We overcome dullness by making changes Get exercise Get healthy Get rest 4.  We overcome dullness by practicing simple Christianity Joy   The joy of the Lord is your strength The fruit of the Spirit is joy Contentment I have learned to be content I have everything I really need I can survive on little if need be I ca...

How do we overcome dullness? We overcome dullness by praying Praying alone Praying together With our spouse With our kids With strangers even We overcome dullness by practicing simple Christianity Joy   The joy of the Lord is your strength The fruit of the Spirit is joy Contentment I have learned to be content I have everything I really need I can survive on little if need be I can serve with a lo...

This is an episode from our first season.  Dave and Bethlie get asked this question often. We thought you'd find this discussion helpful. Share it with a friend if you think it would be helpfu! 1) Birth control is it right or wrong? 2) Is there ever a time it's ok? 3) How does it apply in a Christian family?

As we conclude the series on Overcoming Anxiety, Dave and Bethlie finish with steps four and five.   4. Focus on immediate problems - that is concrete reality What is the problem/my problem? What does God want me to do about it? The answer to this is found in the BIBLE If no answer is found in the Bible, the answer is found in Wisdom Ask God for it Ask Counsel of Godly elders When should I begin d...

Dave and Bethlie continue their Overcoming Series with part 3 of overcoming anxiety. Do you know someone who struggles with anxiety? Be a blessing to them and send them this series. Reach out and let us know how it has been a blessing in your life and others around you. Decide it is wrong (based on the teaching of Jesus) It is wrong because the past is over and gone Healing is available for everyt...

Part 2 of this Overcoming Anxiety series begins with answering the question, what is anxiety?   From Jesus' teaching Matthew 6:31 Anxiety is concern over things future It is concern over something you can do nothing about It is concern over something we cannot ever be sure about It is also concern over something that is in the past From Banner Health Someone with an anxiety disorder  experiences m...

Grab your Bible and turn to Matthew 6:25 and join Dave and Bethlie as they discuss Overcoming Anxiety.    Understanding anxiety Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the U.S., affecting over 40 million adults (19.1%) annually, with roughly 31% of adults experiencing an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. Females are more likely to be affected (23.4%) compared to...

Dave and Bethlie continue their series in identifying biblical steps for climbing out of the darkness that depression can bring. From confessing sin and getting right with God, to listing your responsibilities, avoiding pity parties, and anchoring yourself in the truth of Scripture, we know God's Word is powerful enough to help you overcome. Just as David continually brought himself back to the tr...

Some truths about depression: Some things are necessary in overcoming depression: You have to know God personally and intimately You have to desire to please God by doing what He says You have to obey God regardless of how you feel Some are more susceptible to depression It is especially a problem for those who are responsible to set and keep their own schedule It is especially a problem for those...

Is your marriage struggling? In Part 2 of this series Overcoming A Bad Marriage, Dave and Bethlie share biblical steps for overcoming a bad marriage and restoring what God intended for your relationship.   Learn to love again Define it Love and feelings are not the same thing Love is about pleasing God Love is being willing to give another whatever it is that they need because you know it is what...

Join Dave and Bethlie as they continue this overcoming series with this first in a two part series about Ovecoming A Bad Marriage. Part 1 What is a bad marriage? Typically marriages don't start badly We meet We talk We spend time together We "fall in love" We propose We make plans We get married.   Marriage can become bad It happens in a process of time We don't love each other anymore We aren't c...

Happy Valentine's week! Join Dave and Bethlie as they discuss how love overcomes!  

Every marriage faces misunderstandings, but it's how we handle them that determines whether our relationship thrives or struggles. In this episode of Keeping It Young, Dave and Bethlie share practical, biblical wisdom on overcoming misunderstandings in marriage before they grow into bigger problems. Learn how to approach difficult conversations with humility and kindness, share your needs in ways...

Dave and Bethlie wrap up this first section of the Overcoming series focused on the subject of anger.  We're also celebrating and praising the Lord for our 300th episode!   What do you do with a child who has a tendency to anger Correct them Punishment - Every time anger has to be confronted with a negative consequence We recommend a spanking - every time Teach them keep it simple This is wrong Th...

Dave and Bethlie continue their series on overcoming with this part 2 of Overcoming Anger. How do you overcome anger in your marriage and family Start with confession Eph 4:30. Confess it as sin Control your anger - better - confess your anger Jesus got angry - you aren't Jesus Meditate on Scripture Proverbs 15:1-3 A soft/gentle answer turns away wrath Recognize that you are most vulnerable to sin...