We are a society that longs for connection. Maybe all the generations before have too, but it seems to be a bigger deal these days. Talking with Sarah uncovers how we can wander down a path we never intended to take. Longings of the heart show up in different ways.
Listen as Faith and Charlie talk of the birth of their first child, during the Covid pandemic. Charlie watched the birth of his daughter via FaceTime because he was in a fight for his life as he battled Covid. This story of faith gives hope and encouragement to those who are struggling.
Why would God ask you to give up a family tradition, an heirloom, something that brings joy? Do you have to know why to follow Him? How do you move forward in the relationships that are special to you when obeying God alters the lives of those you love most? Joyce Anne talks candidly about parts of her story and shares about choosing God's way even when it will affect other people.
Noah had a few turns in his young life. He changed his major during his college days to answer God's call. He moved to a new small town to be a campus pastor. He lost a cousin to cancer and two other relatives. Then Covid hit and he was alone to deal with all his emotions. Noah shares in truth and with wisdom that only comes from God.
Parenting is hard, no doubt about it. And so is addiction. When the two collide there are no words to describe the pain and heartache, the guilt, and learning to trust God with your kid. My friend, Patti Coleman was open and incredibly vulnerable when she talked of her journey with her son.
Jessica Hottle, a spiritual mentor and coach, was my guest on this today. She talked about how to honor your feelings and heal from your hurt.
I talked with my young friend, Trevor. He grew up fast to become the man of the family at 13 years old. He is a young adult, in a committed marriage with a 7-month-old daughter. We talked of the things that shaped him into the person he is today and the things he is most concerned about raising kids in this present world.
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Life has a lot of twists and turns. Some things are hard. Some things are all about perspective.
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Growing up in church has a lasting impact. Sometimes we stray or turn away but God doesn't even though it can feel like the church does. Ciarra shares parts of her past when she experienced these things and how she found her way back.
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I am excited to talk with my son, Luke, today, the one who moved 2300 miles from home. We talk about the different perspectives of having an adult child move so far away as a parent and the kid who is a grown man. We tell you how it's done. Only kidding, we share our stories in hopes of helping you as you adjust to the differences in family dynamics.
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Do you make New Year's resolutions? I have but now I don't. They feel like a recipe for failure to me. I hope you listen in and share your thoughts. To resolute or not to resolute, that is the question.
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