Should knowing God change us? YES! But how? On today's episode, we're learning about how walking with Jesus transforms our hearts.

We are so excited to have our friends Michelle Rabon and Natalia Drumm here with us for our Faith Foundations series to talk about:

- What is Christianity?

- Who is God?

- How Does Knowing God Change Us?

- What are Spiritual Disciplines?

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Having an accurate view of God is crucial to our faith walk! In today's episode we're diving into the question of WHO is God? 

We are so excited to have our friends Michelle Rabon and Natalia Drumm here with us for our Faith Foundations series to talk about:

- What is Christianity?

- Who is God?

- How Does Knowing God Change Us?

- What are Spiritual Disciplines?

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Whether you've been in church your entire life or you're wondering what it means to be a Christian, this conversation dives into what Christianity really is. 

We are so excited to have our friends Michelle Rabon and Natalia Drumm here with us for our Faith Foundations series to talk about:

- What is Christianity?

- Who is God?

- How Does Knowing God Change Us?

- What are Spiritual Disciplines?

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Infidelity, heart-crushing endings, boundaries, and trusting God's timing are just a few things we chat about with Courtney Joseph Fallick! Courtney's new book, Still Standing is a must read for anyone in a difficult season.

Still Standing features reflection questions and action steps at the end of each chapter, empowering women to emerge stronger after heart-crushing struggles, cling to God’s promises, and move forward stronger than before.

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Do you want to know how to stand confidently in your created identity—affirmed, decisive, and clear about your purpose? Today we sit down with Nicole O. Salmon and discuss how to:

• Reclaim your voice and become reacquainted with the voice of Holy Spirit
• Interrupt the cycle of second guessing who you are so you can operate more confidently in your purpose
• Replace old thought patterns and habits with a thought life that leads to overcoming guilt and achieving more results

Embrace your unique identity, operate confidently in your purpose, and be the best version of yourself according to God’s design.

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These days, brokenness feels more comfortable to discuss than holiness. It’s easier to say that we are more messy than holy, and that healing is a long way off. But what if holiness in your everyday is not only possible, but biblical?

In today's episode we sit down with Karen Stiller, author of Holiness Here, and hear her offer practical and inspiring ways to transform our lives as we understand that holiness is in fact, here.

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Bauman Grief Video: https://youtu.be/cVdLP_SKNcw?si=1a8Fznzm1MV40XX3

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What do we need to do as parents to raise kind, confident, resilient kids? How will our kids become mentally STRONG? We sit down with Dr. Charles Fay, president of the Love and Logic Institute Inc. to chat about all the things we can do as parents to develop well rounded, responsible kids who love the Lord!

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As a mom, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and limited by the demands on your life. Instead of just getting by, what if you learn how to recognize and follow the Holy Spirit's lead so you can experience the abundant life Jesus promised? Today we hear from Jessica Hurlbut, author of Unlimited Motherhood to learn how we can overcome the 12 limits that overwhelm us as moms!

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In today's episode we discuss ongoing, unrepentant sin as well as the different elements to the Biblical Plan for Separation. Please listen and share with your people so that we as a church body never dismiss this damaging cycle within many Christian (and non-Christian) marriages today.

National Domestic Abuse Hotline: 817-369-3970

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NOTES:

Biblical Plan for Separation with the Intent of Reconciliation + Restoration

Purpose

The goal of a biblical separation is to provide space to evaluate and repair the broken parts of the marriage, resulting in two healthy people and a restored marriage that both spouses love.

Guidelines for Healing

Time frame:
Boundaries regarding communication with the opposite sex:
Types of counseling, consistency and frequency for wife:
Types of counseling, consistency and frequency for husband:
Expectations regarding enjoyable time together:
Expectations regarding communication and intimacy:
Living arrangements:
Care of the children; schedule for stays at home:

Goals that must be met for the separation to end and couple to be reunified:

1. Counseling conditions outlined above have been met.
2. Spouses have demonstrated only healthy behaviors for a prolonged period of time that creates trust and confidence that the spouse is healthy and safe for the couple to be together again.

If by the end of the time frame the above goals are not met:

Expectations after reunification:

If expectations after reunification are not met:

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Could you spot abuse in your or your friends' marriage? In today's episode we clearly define sexual, spiritual, physical, and financial abuse. Please listen and share with your people so that we as a church body never dismiss this damaging cycle within many Christian (and non-Christian) marriages today.

National Domestic Abuse Hotline: 817-369-3970

Scriptures referenced: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8; Galatians 5:13-14; Ephesians 5:25

Biblical Submission Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/biblical-submission/id1475974345?i=1000569525433

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Notes:
SEXUAL ABUSE

Sexual abuse in marriage is any form of sexual acts that uses force, trickery, or manipulation.

Sexual abuse can look like withholding sex as a form of punishment. The abuser might refuse or threaten to remove sex if they don’t get their way. Withholding sex is a weapon to establish or maintain dominance. Using sex as a weapon to control is sexual abuse.

Sexual abuse can also look like marital rape. Any time one spouse is not in agreement or has not willingly engaged in a sexual act, it is rape. It is any sexual act committed against a spouse’s will. The abuser may use physical force, threats of force, or psychological force, fear, or manipulation to engage in marital rape. 1 in 10 spouses are raped by their spouse. Any sexual act should be mutually consented - any time it is not, it is sexual abuse.

Sexual abuse may also look like criticizing your physical appearance. Abusers might use offensive language about your body or your physical appearance. Abusers might use offensive language about your body or your appearance to undermine your self-worth. This is not love, it is a form of sexual abuse.

Sexual abuse might also look like unwanted aggression during sexual acts. Hitting, choking, or using any type of force is also sexual abuse.

SPIRITUAL ABUSE

Spiritual abuse is using Scripture, biblical concepts or belief systems to control, manipulate, or enforce power over anot

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