Little Things With Amber Albee Swenson

Today I'm giving you a sneak peek at my book that comes out this week. We'll explore a few of the themes, including the blessings that come from trusting God when the storms of life are raging. Amber's book, "You Can Trust God When Life Hurts" comes out in May! Get a copy of Amber's book with your financial gift to Time of Grace at timeofgrace.org ! Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedba...

Have you ever thought about starting a moms group? Or are you parenting but feeling lonely in the journey? I interviewed Bethany Lehman, who started the moms group at her church, The CORE in Applieton, Wisconsin. She'll tell us the nuts and bolts of getting started, walk us through some of the challenges, and equip us to consider getting together with other women or moms to get the support we need...

What if bearing your cross brought eternal blessings? How would you look at that cross differently? Today we're going to explore that topic and see if we can shift our thinking about adversity just a little bit. Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Non...

In the eighth and final episode of this Lord's Prayer series, we discuss the evil we confront daily and the victory God gives us over it. Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside – Time of Grace With Pastor Mike Novo...

In the seventh episode of this eight-part series, we dive deep into temptation. Where do temptations come from, and how can we wage war against them? Don't miss out on Time of Grace's women's event, "Unbreakable: Finding Strength to Face the Storms." Learn more and register for this event at go.timeofgrace.org/unbreakable/ Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a lin...

In the sixth episode of this eight-part series, we talk forgiveness. What a joy it is to be forgiven! But how hard it can be to forgive! Don't miss out on Time of Grace's women's event, "Unbreakable: Finding Strength to Face the Storms." Learn more and register for this event at go.timeofgrace.org/unbreakable/ Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@ti...

In the fifth episode of this eight-part series, Amber discusses daily bread. What is it, what are we praying for, and what are we praying against in this petition? Amber also mentions Time of Grace's women's event, "Unbreakable: Finding Strength to Face the Storms." Learn more and register for this event at go.timeofgrace.org/unbreakable/ Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas...

In the fourth episode of this eight-part series, we'll discover what God's good and gracious will is and how Satan and our sinful nature constantly war against doing that will. Amber also mentions Time of Grace's women's event, "Unbreakable: Finding Strength to Face the Storms." Learn more and register for this event at go.timeofgrace.org/unbreakable/ Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feed...

In the third episode of this eight-part series, Amber discusses what God's kingdom is and what our part is in making it come. She discusses God's rule and reign in our hearts and bringing the good news about Jesus to others.  Amber also mentions Time of Grace's women's event, "Unbreakable: Finding Strength to Face the Storms." Learn more and register for this event at go.timeofgrace.org/unbreakabl...

In the second episode of this eight-part series, Amber talks about what God's name entails, how we misuse it, and how we can use it in such a way to bring honor to God. Amber also mentions Time of Grace's women's event, "Unbreakable: Finding Strength to Face the Storms." Learn more and register for this event at go.timeofgrace.org/unbreakable/ Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or...

In the first episode of this eight-part series, Amber discusses God as our Father. What does that title mean, and what benefits are ours because of it? Amber also mentions Time of Grace's women's event, "Unbreakable: Finding Strength to Face the Storms." Learn more and register for this event at go.timeofgrace.org/unbreakable/ Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a...

In the fourth and final episode of our marriage series, we'll discuss sex, the role it plays in marriage, God's design for it, and helpful resources and tips if you're struggling in the bedroom. Amber also mentions Time of Grace's women's event, "Unbreakable: Finding Strength to Face the Storms." Learn more and register for this event at go.timeofgrace.org/unbreakable/ Amber wants to hear from you...

We're talking about all the things Christians rarely talk about with special guest Pastor Mike Novotny, lead speaker for Time of Grace. His new book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" will challenge you to go where you may not be comfortable going. But no worries! He'll start the conversation! Get your copy of "Taboo" by going to taboobook.org . Amber also mentions Time o...

In the third episode of our marriage series, we'll discuss the goal of growing together instead of growing apart. This takes concerted effort, but it's not impossible. In fact, it can be fun! Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Nonmicrowaved Truth wit...

In the second episode of our marriage series, we'll talk about the ways we so often get caught up in a crazy cycle of barking orders or demanding things from our spouses. Too often we look at our husbands as enemies instead of our partners—who should be working with us toward the same goals. Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check...

In the first episode of this marriage series, we'll discuss how expectations can derail our marriages. Our husbands are not God. They can do a lot, but they can't fill our every need. Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. W...

Linda Buxa joins me today to talk about her new book on anxiety. She took a different approach for dealing with anxiety than you may be familiar with. We'll get to the bottom of how joy can help us cope.   Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Nonmicrow...

Today we wrap up our series "Practical Passages" with Samuel's farewell advice in 1 Samuel 12:20,24. It's a good message to guide us in 2024 and beyond! Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside – Time of Grace With P...

We continue our "Practical Passages" series by looking at Hebrews 4. Jesus came to earth, and that made all the difference. It means we can trust him to be our High Priest.   Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside...

We continue our series "Practical Passages" by looking at moral integrity, a.k.a. how do you keep your thought life pure and your actions moral while living in a culture that is very different from God's Word?   Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Non...

We continue our series "Practical Passages" by studying obedience. We'll look at 1 Samuel 15:22 and several other places in Scripture to see God's heart for obeying his commands. Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whites...

We continue our series "Practical Passages" with a look at three passages from the book of Daniel that speak about living with integrity and following God's commands. Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside – Time o...

We are continuing our series, "Practical Passages," with an episode examining a portion of Psalm 119. Psalm 119 is authored by someone who loved God's Word and made it a priority in his life. Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Nonmicrowaved Truth wit...

We're starting a new series called "Practical Passages" to examine passages from God's Word that can change our perspective in powerful ways. In this episode we'll look at 1 Peter 3:8-12. Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app. – The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C....

In the tenth and final episode of the "Who Am I?" series, we will see how important it is to embrace our role as believers. We are the ones who can share Jesus with the world. We are the ones to stand in the gap and pray for nations. Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite...