Host Tracy explores how churches can meaningfully welcome and support individuals and families with special needs, combining personal experience, Scripture, and practical accommodations.

She covers empathy, leadership education, sensory-friendly spaces, clear communication, volunteer support, and simple, low-cost ways congregations of any size can build belonging. Also a preview of next week’s book review of From Genesis to Junia.

Scripture referenced in this week's episode: Psalm 139 ESV copyright 2001 by Crossway Bibles

Resources in this week's episode:

https://youtu.be/j_3ZivELc48?si=8qkeqKH8zlDgs2TX ; Joe Butler, Ability Tree Ministries

focusonthefamily.com - "When Disabilities Aren't Welcome at Church" by Natalie Maxwell

influencemagazine.com -Spirit-empowered principles for every level of church leadership

Today we're discussing DV, and practical ways the church can support and help survivors.

Resources:

The article, "Here's How Your Church can Help Survivors of DV" by Maryclare Beche http://sojo.net

National DV hotline: 1-800-799-7233; Text BEGIN to 88788; thehotline.org

chrurchcares.com -- Free online study, "Becoming a Church that Cares Well for the Abused"

ccef.org -- Articles and resources for DV survivors and churches. 

LeslieVernick.com

cdc.gov/intimate-partner-violence/about/index.html

safeaustin.org/The-violent-reality-of-strangulation

Today we're going to talk about the importance of not judging those who look, think or believe differently than we do. How did Jesus treat people? How do we emulate him? Are we willing for our churches to be safe spaces for those who have been hurt or marginalized?

Scriptures referenced in today's episode taken from the English Standard Version copyright 2001 by Crossway Bibles

Luke 6:37-38

John 12:47

Romans 2:1-5. 

Today I'll be talking about how we share our faith. We'll touch on Calvinism vs. Arminianism, and not needing a "formula" to share our faith. 

Scriptures shared in today's episode:

John 10:27-30

Ephesians 2:1-10

Hebrews 6:1-6

Scriptures from The English Standard Version, copyright 2001, by Crossway Bibles.

Today we explore being humble and kind and the importance of apologies.

Today I'm reflecting on my biological father and the legacy he left as well as thinking about what kind of legacy I want to leave for my own kids, while acknowledging that is not completely within my control.

Today we will be talking about Bathsheba and sexual assault. How her story has been mis-told for so many years, and how that can affect the women sitting under this teaching. 

Today's scripture is 2 Samuel 11 & 12, taken from the ESV copyright 2001, Crossway Bibles.

Sexual Assault resources:

RAINN ~ National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-HOPE, [email protected]/hotline, https://rainn.org/help-and-healing/hotline/  Text HOPE to 64673

Information on Rape Trauma Syndrome: my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/rape-trauma-syndrome

Sexual Assault PTSD  ptsd.va.gov/professional/treat/type/sexual_assault_adult.asp

Actionable tools & resources to educate, identify abuse and help stop domestic violence. noexcuseforabuse.com

Today we're going to talk about Christian warfare and what does that really look like. What weapons should we be bringing to the battle?

Scriptures referenced in today's episode:

Revelation 19:11-16; Daniel 7:13-14; Ephesians 6: 10-18; 2 Corinthians 10:3-4; Romans 12:14-21; Micah 6:8

All scripture taken from the ESV copyright 2001 by Crossway Bibles.

I'll be sharing more of J's birth story and ways we can support families facing critical or chronic health issues.

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Taking a closer look at the documentary, Bad Faith, and not allowing our faith to be co-opted for political parties. 

Bad Faith -- badfaithdocumentary.com

Scriptures referenced in episode are taken from the English Standard Version copyright 2001 by Crossway Bibles

Matthew 22:15-22

Romans 13:1-2

2 Timothy 4:3-4