Little Things With Amber Albee Swenson

Bonus! Amber shares with you this new audio book version of "A Guide to Mental & Emotional Wellness," from Time of Grace author, Dr. Jennifer Londgren, read by Dr. Londgren herself! Dr. Londgren is a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than ten years’ experience treating patients on the brink of burnout. In her new book, she pairs biblical wisdom, practical principles, and clinica...

This is part two of our four-part series on being single. My dear friend Rhoda Wolle enlightens us about her life as a single woman of God. She is one of the most productive, joy-filled people I know. Talking to her is a reminder that being single is not a hardship and it certainly can't keep you from an abundant life in Christ. Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her...

Today we are starting a four-part series on being single. I look at this important topic from four different perspectives. Today you'll hear from Hannah Schermerhorn. She wrote a fantastic book on the lessons she learned through her season of being single. 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...

Today Dr. Jennifer Londgren talks about her new book: "A Guide to Mental and Emotional Wellness." We discuss biblical self-care, negative self-talk, and changing habits for a different outcome. Purchase your copy of "A Guide to Mental & Emotional Wellness" at: https://timeofgrace.store/products/a-guide-to-mental-and-emotional-wellness Hey, Little Things listeners! You can now also WATCH Amber...

This is the fourth and final episode in the "Faith Journeys" series. A lot of you are familiar with Time of Grace blogger and devotion writer Linda Buxa. I caught up with her to ask how things are going, where she finds her inspiration, and what's next. Hey, Little Things listeners! You can now also WATCH Amber excitedly dive into the Bible to help you navigate life's challenges! That's right: Amb...

Episode three of our "Faith Journeys" series brings us to Missy Martens. When I think of her, I think of grit, an amazing work ethic, and the confidence I haven't always had. Hey, Little Things listeners! You can now also WATCH Amber excitedly dive into the Bible to help you navigate life's challenges! That's right: Amber is also recording Little Things on video! Just go to our Time of Grace video...

In our second episode of "Faith Journeys," you'll meet the youngest blogger at Time of Grace. Katie Augustine is refreshing in all the right ways. I think you'll find as I did that she's solid in her faith and steady in her kingdom work. And also, she's my latest best friend, so there's that. Hey, Little Things listeners! You can now also WATCH Amber excitedly dive into the Bible to help you navig...

Today we're beginning a new series called "Faith Journeys," a series introducing you to the women who blog for Time of Grace. This first episode is with Emily Krill. She's not one to spend a lot of time on the surface. She goes deep fast. I just know you're going to fall in love with her the way I did about 30 seconds after she sat next to me. Hey, Little Things listeners! You can now also WATCH A...

I heard Dr. Joan Prince speak at a leadership conference and couldn't wait for the opportunity to talk to her again. She's a woman who has overcome adversity and opposition. To this day, she's hard at work to bring about gospel-centered change. A little more about Dr. Joan Prince: She has served her community in many ways. She is a former university vice chancellor, former ambassador to the Genera...

Soul care is worth our time and energy. The small investments we make—reading the Bible and listening to sermons and podcasts, reading books and commentaries, praying and worshiping alone and collectively—start changing us. Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness . You can also get a hard copy of Soul Care with your gift to our $155,000 Cha...

The church is the one place we expect not to be hurt, the one place we hope bad behavior is not accepted or excused. So what do we do when we've experienced church-hurt? Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness . You can also get a hard copy of Soul Care with your gift to our $155,000 Challenge Grant during the month of May. Give and request...

It is no secret that a lot of people walk away from churches because they've been hurt by someone in those churches. Today we'll start a conversation about where we go when we've been hurt and how we should feel about the church and God's people. You can also request a copy of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness with your gift to our $155,000 Challenge Grant! Visit ti...

A popular quote says, “Show me your friends, and I’ll show you your future.” Friends matter. They will either inspire and encourage you or tempt you, keep you from what’s important, and lead you down a path of destruction. Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness . You can also get a hard copy of Soul Care with your gift to our $155,000 Chal...

The self-care gurus face a dilemma. On the one hand, they suggest we find videos of fluffy animals to make us forget our troubles or watch a comedian to laugh again. On the other hand, it’s hard to avoid the statistics of just how much we're on our phones and screens. Amber asks: What if we quit scrolling? Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wel...

Most of us in America have lived the majority of our lives having plenty. But has that brought us more joy? Has that led to a closer walk with Jesus or to dedicating our lives to kingdom work? Or has it kept us from more important things? Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness . You can also get a hard copy of Soul Care with your gift to o...

If our attitudes are based on our expectations of people making the choices we want them to make, we will be disappointed. Instead, we learn to put our desires in the capable hands of God, remembering he doesn’t answer prayer according to our whims. Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness . You can also get a hard copy of Soul Care with you...

To work nonstop leads to physical exhaustion, but the spiritual consequences may be more dire—especially if they point to a heart that refuses to trust God to provide. Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness . You can also get a hard copy of Soul Care with your gift to our $155,000 Challenge Grant during the month of May. Give and request y...

Why do we feel like we need more things in life to be happy and fulfilled? Unfortunately, that often leads us to playing the comparison game. But remember: God never intended that we become attached to this world or this life. Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness. You can also get a hard copy of Soul Care with your gift to our $155,000 C...

I'm not sure about you, but worry was a big problem for me. It didn't just affect me. It also impeded my parenting journey. We'll talk about why worry is something to deal with rather than embrace. You can also request a copy of Amber's newest book,  Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness  with your gift to our $155,000 Challenge Grant! Visit timeofgrace.org! Hey, Little Things listeners! Yo...

The world has plenty of advice for us when it comes to worrying. But the world's advice doesn't really address the heart of the issue. Because problem number one when it comes to worry is that we don’t seek God. Or look for him. Or even give him a passing glance. Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness . You can also get a hard copy of Soul...

It’s a super-easy trap to fall into. We have good intentions. We think we’ll have time. But day after day passes, and we’ve failed to open the Bible, failed to go to God in prayer. It’s easy for our priorities to get out of whack, not just with the big things but the little, everyday choices too. Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness . Yo...

What exactly is "self-care"? And how should we view it when the world gives us so many conflicting messages? Self-care God’s way is necessary and good. Self-care the world’s way is not. And the best kind of self-care is soul care. Welcome to the audio version of Amber's newest book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness. You can also get a hard copy of Soul Care with your gift to our $155,0...

Today we'll look at my brand-new book, Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness . Why soul care? And why should you care? Catch the first audio chapters of Soul Care this week, on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday! Watch for it here! You can also request a copy of Soul Care with your gift to our $155,000 Challenge Grant! Visit timeofgrace.org! Hey, Little Things listeners! You can now also WATC...

Do you struggle to pray about little things? Have you ever not prayed because a situation is so big it seems overwhelming? What are some good habits to make prayer a bigger part of your life? We'll talk about it all in this episode. Come back next week to hear Amber's exciting announcement! Hey, Little Things listeners! You can now also WATCH Amber excitedly dive into the Bible to help you navigat...

Mark 5 gives us three key lessons we can learn about going to God in prayer. Hey, Little Things listeners! You can now also WATCH Amber excitedly dive into the Bible to help you navigate life's challenges! That's right: Amber is also recording Little Things on video! Just go to our Time of Grace video site (timeofgrace.org/TV), search for the Time of Grace app on your devices, or watch on our Time...