Keeping It Young

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...

In this first episode of our Overcoming series, Dave and Bethlie discuss the topic of Anger.   Overcoming Anger Quote:   We are a society addicted to outrage. Martin Wickens In the social media world, outrage generates more "clicks" and ad revenue than anything else What does the Bible say about anger? Various words are used Anger Angry Wrath Be ye angry and sin not, let not the sun go down on you...

Overcoming   1 John 5:4 This is the victory that overcomes the world, even our faith.   2 Corinthians 2:14 But thanks be unto God, who always causes us to triumph in Christ   Introduction:   As we enter 2026, we are going to explore the word Overcoming! How do you overcome (fill in the blank)?   Henry Ford "Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently"   Propositi...

Today, Bethlie and I wanted to reminisce a bit; talk about the future of the podcast; and make a plea for your help.   Reminisce We have podcasted weekly for 5 years now.   A ton of study More than a few hours in recording Hundreds of messages and emails answered We have enjoyed getting to know so many new people through our podcast Lots of couples More than a few familes Quite a few singles and t...

Merry Christmas!!! We love this time of year! We love that it is a time of celebration We love that it is a time of joy and singing and lights and decorations We love that it is a time of feasting We love that it is a time of gifts and giving We love that it is a time of remembering that Jesus Christ came into the World -as the Savior -as Diety We love the Christmas story   Matthew 1-2 Geneaology...

Dave and Bethlie discuss the book  Manhood by Senator Josh Hawley.  About the Author: Represents Missouri in US Senate First Amendment Lawyer and law professor Former Attorney General of Missouri They live in Ozark MO and have three children About the Book: Senator Hawley addresses an issue that concerns many in our world today - the issue of masculinity under attack.   He calls this issue a crisi...

Part 2 Dave and Bethlie discuss the book And The Bride Wore White .    Chapter 2-4 about Satan's lies. His lies haven't really changed (Gen. 3:1-13) "Did God really say that?" "God is keeping something good from you." "A little won't hurt you." "Now that you've fallen, God has no use for you."   There is no debating with the devil.   We must learn truth and shut him down with truth.   Chapter 6 ab...

Dave and Bethlie discuss the book And The Bride Wore White .  And The Bride Wore White takes the "purity talk" to a whole new level. Dannah Gresh is conversational, humorous, vulnerable, and frank, all while supporting every point with Scripture. Reading the book is like hearing from a loving big sister. It's written for high school through college aged girls, and we recommend that moms and their...

Join Dave and Bethlie as they look at Psalm 107.  Get in the spirit of thanksgiving together. Happy Thanksgiving and thank you SO much for listening to the Keeping It Young Podcast!