Rachel L Gardner

Spiritual Musings of a Popcorn Brain

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These are thoughts that have been percolating in my ADD-popcorn brain. I share because I am compelled. Hopefully you will be encouraged. I may also share what I think I’ve figured out in life in the hopes of saving you the struggle. I share different things in different “seasons.”Season 1 are different thoughts I wanted to share that I think are important and interesting. Season 2 is my very personal story. Season 3 has Thank You’s. Season 4 is about Israel. Season 5 will begin “God Stories”For more about me and my Social Media, visit:https://jonrachel.com/

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Rachel L Gardner

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S7:E2 Beginning an Exploration of Theophanies from Genesis 3 to 19 04.08.2025 13:41

A theophany is a fancy word for God revealing Himself in the flesh to humans. I want to go through where I see theophanies in the old testament. Please dive deeper and read it for yourselves. We will barely be scratching the surface as we look at: Genesis 3:8 Genesis 14:18-24; Psalms 110:4; Hebrews 7:1-10 Genesis 16:7-13 Genesis 17:1 Genesis 18:1,2,12,17; 19:1 (Please pardon where I said "a t...

S7:E1 Dr LaDonna McBride's New Insights 16.06.2025 12:31

God opened her eyes to a deeper understanding of the blessing of her husband in her life. Hear how... You can also check out my other podcast: Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading @ https://andchor.fm/rachelg Or learn more about be at jonrachel.com

S6:E7 Leslie J Thompson’s Story (Part 2): God Making Beauty for Ashes 15.07.2024 15:49

This is a story of how God stepped into Leslie’s life in a powerful way after the sudden death of her husband. There is so much to glean from what she shares to help you through any hard time or if you are struggling with a sense of purpose. Referenced in this episode: - The Story of Joseph: Genesis chapters 37, 39-50 - Genesis 50:20 - John 10:10b - John 3:16 & 17:3 - 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 - 1 Joh...

S6:E6 Leslie J Thompson’s Story Part 1: God’s Faithfulness in the Wake of Tragedy 08.07.2024 17:05

This is a story of how God stepped into Leslie’s life in a powerful way after the sudden death of her husband. There is so much to glean from what she shares to help you through any hard time or if you are struggling with a sense of purpose. Referenced in this episode: - Romans 8:28 - Leslie’s devotional book ~In This Season: 30 Daily Devotions to Renew Your Faith in a Time of Grief - Leslie’s boo...

S6:E5 Jacole’s Story: God Leading Her to Her New Church Home 27.05.2024 11:57

This is a story of how Jacole sought and heard God when her heart was aching for her home church situation. We have all needed to find a church home at some point in our lives and it isn’t a task that should be taken lightly. We hope her example and openness will help you as you seek the Lord’s guidance in life. …Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is https:...

S6:E4 Marie Stirman’s Story Part 2: God Saves Her from Unknown Infection 20.05.2024 14:07

This is a story of how God gave amazing strength to my friend Marie. This is a powerful testimony, and here are the second and third miracles that God does to heal and restore her! Please be encouraged and share with others whom you believe would be encouraged by it. …. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is anchor.fm/rachelg … Or learn more about me at my w...

S6:E3 Marie Stirman’s Story Part 1: God Gives Her Supernatural Strength after an Accident 13.05.2024 12:49

This is a story of how God gave amazing strength to my friend Marie. This is a powerful testimony, and this is only the beginning of it! She calls it the first of three miracles. Please be encouraged and share with others whom you believe would be encouraged by it. …. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is anchor.fm/rachelg … Or learn more about me at my web...

S6:E2 Dana’s Struggle with Alcoholism Part 2: God's Full Restoration, Learning to Thrive 06.05.2024 16:31

This is part 2 of the story of how God worked in the life of my friend Dana to help her with her struggle against alcoholism. This is a powerful testimony. Please be encouraged and share with others whom you believe would be encouraged by it. …. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is anchor.fm/rachelg … Or learn more about me at my website jonrachel.com

National Day of Prayer 2024 Special 02.05.2024 5:37

Join me in a prayer on this special day. For more information about today: https://www.nationaldayofprayer.org/events/theme Verse referenced: ”Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.“ ‭‭Romans‬ ‭8‬:‭26‬ ‭ESV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/59/rom.8.26.ESV …. Also, check out...

S6:E1 Dana’s Struggle with Alcoholism Part 1: Coming to Grips with Needing Help 29.04.2024 15:46

This is a story of how God worked in the life of my friend Dana to help her with her struggle against alcoholism. This is a powerful testimony. Please be encouraged and share with others whom you believe would be encouraged by it. …. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is anchor.fm/rachelg … Or learn more about me at my website jonrachel.com

S5:E18 My Story About My Grandfather: Jesus Holding Me in the Midst of My Sleepless Night 22.04.2024 13:15

The story of my last Christmas with my grandfather and how God spoke to me. I hope you are encouraged. …. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is anchor.fm/rachelg

S5:E17 Eric Beach’s Story Part 2: God Teaching Him to have Compassion on His Wife 15.04.2024 20:02

This is a two part story from my husband’s best friend. It details how he heard and experienced God working in his life. We hope you are encouraged. …. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is anchor.fm/rachelg

Spiritual Musings of a Popcorn Brain (Trailer) 11.04.2024 0:32

S5:E16 Eric Beach’s Story Part 1: His Honesty about His Struggle with Pornography 08.04.2024 16:46

S5:E15 What’s the Big Deal About Easter? 01.04.2024 18:00

This week I thought it important to look into some ideas about why Easter is important. In reading scripture, I used an NIV Bible. Here are the references to follow along: Prediction: Matthew 16:21; 17:22; 20:17-19 Mark 8:31; 9:30-31; 10:32-34 Luke 9:22; 18:31 Sign of Jonah: Matthew 12:40; 16:4 Luke 11:29-32 Secured tomb and false report: Matthew 27: 62-66; 28:11-15 Sightings: Each gospel @ end: M...

S5:E14 Easter Special: Who is God? 25.03.2024 17:42

This week I thought it important to look into some ideas about “Who is God?” In reading scripture, I used my NLT Study Bible. Here are the references to follow along: Proverbs 30:4-6 Exodus 34:5-7 Isaiah 44:6 John 1:1-5,14 Genesis 3:15 Colossians 1:15-20 Hebrews 1:3 Revelation 22:12-13 …. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is anchor.fm/rachelg

S5:E13 Lizzy in the Hospital: Jesus' Faithfulness in the Details of My Daughter's Hospital Stay 18.03.2024 18:03

Over the past 2 weeks, my daughter, Lizzy, has been in the hospital. She crashed quickly, and we didn’t know what was causing her illness. I believe God showed us early on that He was guiding us through this ordeal…. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is https://anchor.fm/rachelg

S5:E12 Ron & Deb Moss Pt 3: Listening to God 14.03.2024 14:16

This is the final portion of my conversation with Ron and Deb Moss. It has a lot about listening to God…. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is https://anchor.fm/rachelg

S5:E11 Ron & Deb Moss Part 2: Joy, Peace and Hope Even When Struggling with Cancer 04.03.2024 13:13

Part 2 of this conversation with Ron & Deb Moss is about being with God. He brought joy, hope and peace during this struggle with cancer. We hope you are encouraged. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is https://anchor.fm/rachelg

S5:E10 Ron & Deb Moss’ Story: From Struggling with Incurable Bladder Cancer to NED 26.02.2024 12:33

This is the first segment of three from an interview with Ron & Deb Moss. Jesus is on the move and doing amazing things! This was such a great interview that I will share over the next three episodes. I hope you are encouraged. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is https://anchor.fm/rachelg

S5:E9 My Story (Season 2:Behind the Scenes): God Talking to Me about What to Share on this Podcast 19.02.2024 7:43

God has been speaking to me throughout the creation of this podcast, but here is a specific example that I hope you find helpful. Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is https://anchor.fm/rachelg

S5:E8 Bobbie Moreno’s Story: Jesus Healed Her Miraculously after Telling Her Husband First 12.02.2024 14:18

An amazing story from Bobbie with some of what her husband told her from his side. We hope you are encouraged. Also, I have a new podcast of daily Bible readings called Scripture for Life. Check it out here: https://anchor.fm/rachelg

S5:E7 Another Story from Jonathan: Deep Loneliness During the Divorce and God Brings Encouragement 05.02.2024 9:58

This is the original story that I thought Jonathan was going to share. The first one he shared was amazing, so go back and listen if you haven’t heard it yet. We hope you are encouraged. Also, I have a new podcast of daily Bible readings called Scripture for Life. Check it out here: https://anchor.fm/rachelg

S5:E6 Hannah and Jared’s Story: God's Talks to Them Both at the Same Time... 29.01.2024 8:55

A time when God spoke to them as a couple…I hope you are encouraged by this story recorded from a video chat of long time friends. The link to my new podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is https://anchor.fm/rachelg

S5:E5 Dane Douglas’ Story: God Speaking through Her (and Balaam's Donkey) to Her Husband 22.01.2024 8:39

This God Story is from my friend Dane. She shares one of many stories of God speaking to/through her. We hope you are encouraged. If you have any questions for her, you can contact her through her YouTube channel: Bible in a Year. https://youtube.com/@rootedwingz?si=pJvP6Su9O2b6E5aV Also, check out my newest podcast (Scripture for Life: Daily Bible Reading) is https://anchor.fm/rachelg