Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries

Join us in this interview with Michael and Pastor Scott Benson as Scott talks about his journey with Jesus.

The Word and worship music are everyday tools in the hands of believers. Hymns are helpful and praise is powerful!

Listen to this NEW podcast with Michael and Joanie discussing how sweet it is to trust in Jesus--even and especially as you grow older.

When you think about the future, do you think about it with dread or with excitement? How we think about the future greatly affects how we live life today. Join Michael and Joanie in this episode on the topic of Heaven, as they view the future from a believer's perspective based on God's Word, the Bible.  

How do you view death? Do you trust Christ not only with your life but also with your death? Listen as Michael and Joanie have an encouraging conversation that will give you confidence in living life without fearing death.

What will our bodies look like in Heaven? Jesus said, "I AM the Resurrection and the Life. He who believes in Me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in Me will never die. DO YOU BELIEVE THIS?" In this episode of our "Heaven" series, Michael and Joanie explore the impact of those powerful words and the reasons we can trust our Lord and Savior.

What is the most important question you would ask God if you could ask Him only one question? Join Michael and Joanie as they discuss that question as well as the most important question YOU will ever consider! This is an episode you won't want to miss!

Join Michael and Joanie Risley as they discuss the truth about Heaven and why believers can have great hope for their eternal days. Learn the biblical truths and context of Jesus' teachings on Heaven.

How often do you think about Heaven? On today’s episode, Michael and Joanie explore the idea of “setting your mind on things above” and getting a proper perspective on life! Enjoy their conversation about a Biblical view of Heaven and the joy and encouragement that results. 

Listen in as Michael and Joanie have a lively discussion about truths to help us as we age.

Join Michael and Joanie as they interview Joyce Boomsma and hear her captivating story on trusting God through a difficult time.

Waiting is hard! Be encouraged as Michael and Joanie discuss Scriptures and stories that inspire us to wait in hope, faith, and for God's perfect timing

We wait in hope for the Lord, trusting in His promises! Be encouraged as Michael and Joanie have a conversation about waiting in hope.

Join Michael and Joanie as they discuss going forward into 2026 with the Lord guiding us, fixing our eyes on Jesus and His Word. Hear practical steps to help us stay close to His side.

In the final episode of our Advent series, Michael and Joanie look at how Christ’s arrival brought us the ultimate message of love and peace. This message calls us to love and live peacefully with others.

In the third episode of our special Advent series, Michael and Joanie discuss the joy that Christ’s birth brought to our weary world and how we ought to live today in light of that gracious gift.

In week two of our Advent series, Michael and Joanie talk about how Jesus calls us to faith and how that faith is what sustains us even in the darkest of times.

With Christmas just around the corner, join us as Michael and Joanie look at four unique aspects of the Advent season. First up, we take a look at how Jesus represents the hope of a promise fulfilled at Christmas, and how that promise gives us hope for the future.

Susi Poole, Senior Living Ministries board member, shared this powerful story three years ago. Experiencing the death of her husband shortly before the holiday season of 2020, Susi talks about facing hardships and trusting that God's grace is sufficient. It is a wonderful story of finding hope through life's circumstances. You will not want to miss this episode!

Listen to more helpful truths and insights on the topic of loneliness as Michael and Joanie discuss this relevant subject for seniors.

Listen to Michael and Joanie discuss the very real pain of loneliness and the practical wisdom from the Bible that can combat it.

Listen in as Joanie and Michael have a conversation from three years ago with their friend Dr. Kent Tucker. As a pastor for over forty years, he teaches us how to flourish in the later years of life and how to share the Gospel with those around you. 

Listen to an interview with Chuck McCutchan, and be inspired by his resolve to follow God no matter what! Perspective changes everything.

Listen in as Dusty Olson, grandson of Senior Living founders Warren and Virginia Olson, talks about the huge impact for Christ that seniors can make on future generations. Also, hear his inspiring stories of relationship-building between generations.

Listen to practical steps to staying connected to Christ when troubles and suffering threaten to rob us of courage and fortitude.