Bess & Erica’s Rock ’N’ Roll Music Hour

Bess & Erica’s Rock ’N’ Roll Music Hour

By Erica CaseMusic
Download on the App Store

Bess & Erica’s Rock ’N’ Roll Music Hour episodes

  • Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast - Seasons in Your Marriage - Part 1 of 4 Winter - 009
    Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast
    Seasons in Your Marriage Part 1 of 4: Seasons - When Your Marriage is in Winter
    Episode 009
    March 4, 2019
    Introduction
    Welcome
    Subscribe...it’s free!
    Part 1 of our 4 part series on Seasons In Your Marriage “When Your Marriage is in Winter”
    Discussion
    What is winter in a marriage?
    How do seasons relate to marriage?
    What winter is?
    What winter is not?
    So what do we do now that we know?
     
    What are seasons and how do they relate to marriage?
    Rom 1:20 For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities--his eternal power and divine nature--have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse.
    God reveals himself to us through creation
    His sovereignty
    Seasons are natural laws that further reveal truths about God and His creation
    We can’t make a season change. Only God can!
    Seasons mean a lot to us personally
    We chose to name our ministry “Seasons” because of the power of this concept
    How do seasons apply to marriage
    We have each of the 4
    God gives a plan for each of the 4
    If we are present and obedient in the season we’re in we are almost ensured better seasons in the future
    Gal 6:7 Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.
     
    Gen 8:22 "As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease."
    What winter is
    A time where very little grows
    A time when things are less active (stillness)
    A time for prime time for rest and restoration
    Almost forced
    A season filled with beauty...but the beauty looks different
    A great season for planning and preparing for the rest of the year
    What winter is not
    A dead season
    Your marriage, love or spiritual things are not dead
    A desperate season
    It’s only desperate when you haven’t handled your previous seasons properly
    Pro 31:21 NIV When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in scarlet.
    A dry season
    Technically the precipitation of winter is the basis for the spring growth.
    A season to be depressed
     
    Winter can be as fun and as fulfilling as any other season
     
    What then should we do in winter
    Enjoy all your harvest from the fall
    Great season for hanging out with your spouse
    Good time to start new spiritual disciplines
    Plan your spring and summer
    Enjoy things that you can only do in winter
     
    ACTION ITEMS
    Pray for our podcast-we are praying for you.
    Don’t forget to subscribe.
    Share the podcast with two other people.
    Take some time throughout this month and pay attention to which season your marriage is in. Let us know how it goes. Leave a voicemail or comment on whatever platform you listen to the podcast. We are eager to hear from you.
    RESOURCES
    Recreational Enjoyment Inventory from His Needs, Her Needs
    Recreational Enjoyment Inventory
     
    His Needs, Her Needs by Willard F. Harley, Jr.
    His Needs, Her Needs on Amazon
    Love and Respect by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
    Love & Respect on Amazon
     
    A Celebration of Sex by Dr. Douglas E. Rosenau
    A Celebration of Sex on Amazon
     
    NEXT EPISODE
    Next we dig a little deeper into the different “seasons” of marriage.
    44 min
  • Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast - Romance in Your Marriage - Part 4 of 4 Celebrating Your Gift - 004
    Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast
    Romance in Your Marriage Part 4 of 4: Romance - Celebrating Your Spouse
    Episode 008
    February 25, 2019
    Introduction
    Welcome
    Subscribe...it’s free!
    Part 4 of our 4 part series on Romance In Your Marriage “Celebrating your gift”
    Discussion
    How to Celebrate Your Spouse!
    What does it mean to celebrate your spouse?
    Why should we celebrate our spouse?
    When should we celebrate our spouse?
    How should we celebrate our spouse?
     
    Celebrating each other is a fundamental element of romance.
    Romans 12:10: Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.
    Celebrating your spouse is an act of obedience that will endear you to one another
    Being celebrated reminds us that we are loved
    Celebration is both motivation and reward
    Celebrating your spouse touches them deeply and in most cases permanently
    Why should we celebrate our spouse
    Celebrating your spouse is another way you strengthen your connection
    Being celebrated reminds us that we are loved
    Celebrating each other creates a “fan” culture
    Celebrating builds confidence
    Creates memories
    Builds oneness-teamwork
    Leaves a legacy for our children
    1 Peter 4:8: Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins.
    When should we celebrate our spouse‭.    A. Birthday
    Anniversaries
    Accomplishments
    Milestones
    Holidays
    Daily-regularly
    How should we celebrate our spouse
    Publicly
    Privately
    In the way your spouse appreciates most (speak your spouse’s love language)
    Authentically
    Sacrificially
    Matthew 6:21: Where your treasures are your heart will be also.
     
    ACTION ITEMS
    Pray for our podcast-we are praying for you.
    Don’t forget to subscribe.
    Share the podcast with two other people.
    If within the last 6 months you had a “miss” with celebrating your spouse.. how about a “do-over”. Celebrate them, celebrate each other. Let us know how it goes. Leave a voicemail or comment on whatever platform you listen to the podcast. We are eager to hear from you.
    RESOURCES
    Recreational Enjoyment Inventory from His Needs, Her Needs
    Recreational Enjoyment Inventory
     
    His Needs, Her Needs by Willard F. Harley, Jr.
    His Needs, Her Needs on Amazon
    Love and Respect by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
    Love & Respect on Amazon
     
    A Celebration of Sex by Dr. Douglas E. Rosenau
    A Celebration of Sex on Amazon
     
    NEXT EPISODE
    Next we dig a little deeper into the different “seasons” of marriage.
    48 min
  • Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast - Romance in your marriage - Part 1 of 4 Date Night - 005
    Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast
    Romance in Your Marriage Part 1 of 4: Romance - Date Night
    Episode 005
    February 4, 2019
    Introduction
    Who we are
    Subscribe...it’s free!
    New 4 part series on Romance In Your Marriage
    Discussion
    Making Date Night Spicy!
    Having a real Date Night, it’s really important
    What’s holding you back
    What to do
    What not to do
     
    Having a real Date Night, it’s really important
    Hebrews 13:4 Let marriage be held in honor among all.
    Ecclesiastes 9:9 Live happily with the woman you love through all the meaningless days of life that God has given you under the sun. The wife God gives you is your reward for all your earthly toil. She is the reward!!!
    Date Night Builds Intimacy Intimate conversation - we did this before we married.
    Catching up - life moves fast we need time to reconnect.
    Dreaming together - this podcast is the fruit of years of sharing our dreams to serve married folk.
    Sex - Good Date nights usually end in sex (married folk only).
    Oneness - The net result when a couple commits to Date Night. Definition of oneness: the fact or state of being unified or whole,though comprised of two parts.
    Mark 10:7-8  ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife 8 and the two will become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one flesh.
    What to do
    A.Pick a time that fits your schedule
    Pick the prime real estate not the leftovers.
    Check with family and friends for help with schedules.
    Be creative
    Think about the things you did before you were married
    Explore common interestsRecreational Enjoyment Inventory (see link below)
    Datenightbox.com
    Be consistent
    Put it in your Spending Plan (if you don’t know what that is check out Episode 001).
    Get excited!
    Put the phone down!!!
    What not to do
    Don’t talk about the finances
    Don’t talk about the kids
    Don’t talk about work
    What’s holding you back?
    Small children
    Money
    No time
    Fear (unknown)
    Not interested
    ACTION ITEMS
    This time we want you to go out on a date. If it’s been a while and you  struggle with what to talk about try sharing things you’d like to do on future dates.
    Pray for our podcast-we are praying for you.
    Don’t forget to subscribe.
    Share the podcast with two other people.
    RESOURCES
    Recreational Enjoyment Inventory from His Needs, Her Needs
    Recreational Enjoyment Inventory
     
    His Needs, Her Needs by Willard F. Harley, Jr.
    His Needs, Her Needs on Amazon
    Love and Respect by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
    Love & Respect on Amazon
     
    A Celebration of Sex by Dr. Douglas E. Rosenau
    A Celebration of Sex on Amazon
     
    NEXT EPISODE
    Next we continue our discussion on Romance In Your Marriage.
    46 min
  • Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast - Money in your marriage - Part 4 of 4 Giving - 004
    Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast
    Money in your marriage Part 4 of 4: Money - How we give it
    Episode 004
    January 28, 2019
    Introduction
    Who we are
    Subscribe...it’s free!
    4th and final part of our Money in your Marriage series (all of it has been info for singles too)
    Discussion
    How we give our money
    Giving to our church
    Giving to our family
    Giving to our friends
    Giving to those in need
     
    Giving to the Church (We’ll come back to this one)
    Giving to your family
    Proverbs 13:22 A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children, but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous.
    Gifts
    Birthdays
    Holidays
    Special Occasions
    Legacy
    College
    Inheritance
     
    Giving to your friends
    1 John 3:17 But whoever has this world's goods, and sees his brother in need, and shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of God abide in him?
    Gifts
    Assistance
    Wanna be in a position to GIVE and not loan. Lending creates hardships for the family/friend  in need-they are already short of monies. Tension in the relationship.
    Be ok with saying no if you aren’t able to give -your relationship is more important.
    Can be a sacrifice
     
    Spouses should not loan each other money… ONENESS. If one of you is “short”, you both are “short”-Allowance helps.
     
    Giving to those in need
    Charity
    Matthew 6:2-3 "Therefore, when you do a charitable deed, do not sound a trumpet before you as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory from men. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward. 3 "But when you do a charitable deed, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing,
    John 3:16.  “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal  life”. The ultimate sacrifice can show the love of Christ to others
    Our closets are full of items we promised we were going to wear 15lbs ago. Someone could be using those gently used items.
    Homeless in America- According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development's Annual Homeless Assessment Report, as of 2017 there were around 554,000 homeless people in the United States on a given night, or 0.17% of the population.
    Share personal story-I try to go through my items 2x a year and donate to the city’s recycling program. If I come across something I’m no longer using I set it out on trash day.
    School supplies for kids in need
    Giving to your church
    Tithe
    Proverbs 3:9-10 Honor the LORD with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; 10 then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine.
    The tithe is God’s standard for giving. Not debatable.
    Net vs gross
    Old testament vs New testament
    Read His Word for yourself
    It is commanded, not optional!
    Some people have the spiritual gift of charity and tithing is easy, natural, even supernatural.
    Most of us don’t. We don’t get a pass because it’s not our gift.
    This act of worship has unique promises.
    Malachi 3:8-13
    You find the promises…”See won’t I open up the windows of heaven…” is just the beginning!
    Gifts/ Offerings
    The tithe isn’t all of the giving that you can do at your church.
    Give gifts to Pastors or leaders who have made a difference in your life or the lives of your family.
    To help your church with special ministry initiatives.
    Ministries that have impacted you or your family-Family Life
    ACTION ITEMS
    If you had a conversation about money this month that you wouldn’t have normally had go celebrate. You just started a new thing in your marriage and it will take it to new heights.
    Pray for our podcast-we are praying for you.
    Don’t forget to subscribe.
    FEB-Join us in our next episode as we talk about “making date night spicey”
    RESOURCES
    Budget - Excel spreadsheet
    Our Spending Plan (Budget) spreadsheet
     
    Dave Ramsey - Total Money Makeover
    The Total Money Makeover on Amazon
     
    Money and Marriage God’s Way
    Money and Marriage God's Way on Amazon
     
    Follow Josh and Bre on Instagram (just click the links below)
    Follow Josh on Instagram
    Follow Bre on Instagram
     
    NEXT EPISODE
    Next we begin our discussion on Romance In Your Marriage.
    39 min
  • Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast - Money in your marriage - Part 3 of 4 - 003
    Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast
    Money in your marriage Part 3 of 4: Money - How we save it
    Episode 003
    January 28, 2019
    Introduction
    Who we are
    How we got here
    What the podcast is all about
    Discussion
    How we save money
    Why should we save?
    Proverbs 13:11 Dishonest money dwindles away, but whoever gathers money little by little makes it grow.
    Proverbs 21:5 The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.
     
    How do we save.
    Types and tiers
    The Emergency Fund
    $1000
    Gotta do this first!
    When you have it unexpected expenses seem to pass you by.
    When you don’t have it unexpected expenses seem to be drawn to you like you're some kind of magnet.
    Needs to be separate from your other finances...so it doesn’t just get pulled in.
    Retirement savings
    Super important
    Invest early- can’t beat the math of compound interest
    Don’t turn down your free money-you’ll get back to it later.
    Offered to participate in 401K program through work and I opted out
    DO something!
    Special occasion, event or purchase savings
    Christmas - same day every year
    We didn’t always save or have a plan
    When we did it went smoother and there was less friction. Make sure you are in agreement on how much to spend.
    Vacations - cost divided by the number of months you have until the trip. Don't forget the spending money.
    When you plan there is less stress. You can actually vacate while on vacation, no worries about the bills or what the bills will look like when you return home
    Make sure the vacation matches the season you are in in your finances. The important things are that you plan ahead and the time you spend with family.
    Cedar Pointe and affordable hotel stay vs Disney World (possible credit card).
    Be consistent (you don’t want to try to “catch-up”).
    Household upgrades - sofa, tv, refrigerator
    a.Make a list of what you want to get done in the house, together.
    Save towards getting those things accomplished. Consider order of importance.
    Compromise: Some things will be important to you and not your spouse.
    Be flexible: The list will change.
     
    Make sure you are in agreement on how you will save and what you are saving for.
    Talk about the end game. You want to feel like you are working towards something.
    Be on the same page:
    Mark 3:25: If a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand.
    Psalm 133:1: How good and pleasant is it when God’s people live in unity!
    Celebrate your victories!
    ACTION ITEMS
    Plan a day to discuss all of your thoughts on saving and what you would like to save for. Hear each other’s hearts about saving and develop a strategy to address what you uncover. You may realize how all of our action plans require some sort of discussion. That’s our way of getting you to discuss your finances.
    Pray for our podcast
    Like us on social media, FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram.
    RESOURCES
    Budget - Excel spreadsheet
    Our Spending Plan (Budget) spreadsheet
     
    Dave Ramsey - Total Money Makeover
    The Total Money Makeover on Amazon
     
    Money and Marriage God’s Way
    Money and Marriage God's Way on Amazon
     
    NEXT EPISODE
    Next week we'll discuss how to give it.
    36 min
  • Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast - Money in your marriage - Part 2 of 4 - 002
    Sam and Erica's Marriage Podcast
    Money in your marriage Part 2 of 4: Money - How do you see it?
    Episode 002
    January 21, 2019
    Introduction
    Who we are
    How we got here
    What the podcast is all about
    Discussion
    How do we see money
    Money is a tool.
    Money is not bad or evil.
    1 Timothy 6:10 - For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.
    Hebrews 13:5 - Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.
    Ecclesiastes 5:10 - He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves wealth with his income; this also is vanity.
     
    You use it to build or destroy
    Build wealth
    Bless others
    Buy more comforts
     
    Do you want money to:
    Live a certain lifestyle, buy nice things, a nice home, nice cars, etc.
    Luxuries
    Provide security
    Emergency fund, college fund, retirement savings.
     
    Debt
    The Bible warns against debt
    Proverbs 22:7 - The rich rules over the poor, and the borrower is the slave of the lender.
    Proverbs 22:26 - Be not one of those who give pledges, who put up security for debts.
    Hebrews 13:5 - Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”
     
    But we still use debt, why?
    What is your attitude about debt?
    Some people hate it
    Some people love it
    Some people accept it as “that’s just a part of life”
    The normal American has $38,000 in debt, not including their mortgage.(CNBC)
     
    Is all debt created equal? Good or bad:
    Credit cards
    Mortgage
    Payday loans
    Student loans
    The Bible doesn’t discriminate
     
    So should you use debt?
    The amount of debt you have, as  a couple, coupled with the risk tolerance of each of you creates the formula for catastrophe in your marriage.
    That’s a decision that should be made jointly.
    Debt will impact other decisions. You may not be able to do things the way you would like to because of your debt and the obligation to make those payments.
    Payments affect:
    How you spend
    How you save
    How you give
    I would sponsor a family at Christmas or help my children but...
     
    So what do we do?
    Discuss all debts
    Only add new debt if both of you consider it and agree
    Develop a plan to get out of debt that you agree on
    No one would argue that the God’s perfect will is that we, his people, not be borrowers.
    ACTION ITEMS
    Plan a day to discuss all of your debt-may require getting a copy of your credit reports. Hear each other’s hearts about debt and develop a strategy to address what you uncover.
    Pray for our podcast
    Leave us a voicemail, let us know what you think, suggestion topics, even prayer requests.
    RESOURCES
    Budget - Excel spreadsheet http://www.christianswithambition.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/glbl-budget-template_v1_1.xls
     
    Dave Ramsey - Total Money Makeover
    The Total Money Makeover on Amazon
     
    Money and Marriage God’s Way
    Money and Marriage God's Way on Amazon
    NEXT WEEK’S EPISODE
    Next week we'll discuss how to save it.
    37 min
  • Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast - Money in your marriage - Part 1 of 4 - 001
    Sam and Erica's Marriage podcast
    Money in your marriage Part 1 of 4: Money - How to spend it
    Episode 001
     
    January 7, 2019
    Introduction
    Who we are
    How we got here
    What the podcast is all about
    Discussion
    How should we spend our money
    To bless our family, especially our spouse.
    So, what do you want money for?
    1 Timothy 5:8 ESV — But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.
    Proverbs 13:22 ESV — A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children,but the sinner’s wealth is laid up for the righteous.
    Deuteronomy 28:12 ESV — The LORD will open to you his good treasury, the heavens, to give the rain to your land in its season and to bless all the work of your hands. And you shall lend to many nations, but you shall not borrow.
    Do you want money to:
    Live a certain lifestyle
    Buy nice things, nice home, nice cars, luxuries, etc.
    Provide security
    Emergency fund
    College fund
    Retirement
    And of course there’s debt - we’ll talk more about that in a future episode
     
    We should spend it with a purpose - The spending plan
    Find a format that works for you
    We use a spreadsheet
    Spending cash/ envelope system (Dave Ramsey)
    Money and Marriage God’s way has examples of four systems
    cash/ envelopes
    pencil and paper
    Software
    Apps and web based
    Begin with prayer
    Be open to each others concerns
    Review at the end of the month so you both understand the adjustments for next month.
    Allocate every dollar
    Estimate all income then subtract all expenses
    Allowances are important!
    Budget money for dates, eating out, shopping, etc.
    Be honest!
    Your first attempt won’t be perfect. Stay at it. It will get better.
    Proverbs 27:23 NIV — Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds;
    Ecclesiastes 7:12 NIV — Wisdom is a shelter as money is a shelter, but the advantage of knowledge is this: Wisdom preserves those who have it.
     
    ACTION ITEMS
    Try to prepare your own budget
    Pray for our podcast
    Share our podcast with your friends
    Copy and share this link: seasonsministries.org/podcast
     
    RESOURCES
    Budget - Excel spreadsheethttp://www.christianswithambition.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/glbl-budget-template_v1_1.xls
     
    The Total Money Makeover - Dave Ramsey
     
    Money and Marriage God's Way - Howard Dayton
    41 min
  • Episode 34 - Farewell to Bess & Erica's Rock 'N Roll Music Hour

    Well this was a difficult show to put together.

    I enjoyed the 2 years my grandmother and I devoted to doing our special show but in observance of the one year anniversary of her death I think it's time to bring our show to a close.

    It doesn't mean I won't do episodes to honor her and my grandfather's birthday but I felt it time to end Bess & Erica's Rock 'N Roll Music Hour. It just isn't the same without her and never will be.

    So on this episode I bid farewell to our wonderful show and spent 12+ hours putting together all my favorite parts of ALL 24 episodes we did together.

    I hope you enjoy this special show and just a HUGE thank you to everyone that was involved in making our show so special

    (in order of appearance on the show):

    Fast Mollasses

    Nora Lee Hayter

    Loyd Lanning

    The Hazelwoods

    Ethan Shane

    Sunshine

    CJ Ramone

    Denver Dalley

    Miwi La Lupa

    Josh from Grimey's

    Shannon Pollard

    Cheetah Chrome

    Linnea Quigley

    Dave Cantrell

    Jennifer Armstrong

     

    I covered her song:

    "A Little Girl's Dream of Nashville"

    And thank you as always to every single listener and fan of our show and us. We love you.

    Goodnight.

     

    And as always please download all our songs for FREE here:

    https://soundcloud.com/bessielanningofficial

    https://soundcloud.com/erica-case1

    2 hr 58 min
  • Episode 34 - Farewell to Bess & Erica’s Rock ‘N Roll Music Hour

    Well this was a difficult show to put together.


    I enjoyed the 2 years my grandmother and I devoted to doing our special show but in observance of the one year anniversary of her death I think it's time to bring our show to a close.


    It doesn't mean I won't do episodes to honor her and my grandfather's birthday but I felt it time to end Bess & Erica's Rock 'N Roll Music Hour. It just isn't the same without her and never will be.


    So on this episode I bid farewell to our wonderful show and spent 12+ hours putting together all my favorite parts of ALL 24 episodes we did together.


    I hope you enjoy this special show and just a HUGE thank you to everyone that was involved in making our show so special


    (in order of appearance on the show):


    Fast Mollasses


    Nora Lee Hayter


    Loyd Lanning


    The Hazelwoods


    Ethan Shane


    Sunshine


    CJ Ramone


    Denver Dalley


    Miwi La Lupa


    Josh from Grimey's


    Shannon Pollard


    Cheetah Chrome


    Linnea Quigley


    Dave Cantrell


    Jennifer Armstrong


     


    I covered her song:


    "A Little Girl's Dream of Nashville"



    And thank you as always to every single listener and fan of our show and us. We love you.


    Goodnight.


     


    And as always please download all our songs for FREE here:


    https://soundcloud.com/bessielanningofficial


    https://soundcloud.com/erica-case1

    2 hr 58 min

About Bess & Erica’s Rock ’N’ Roll Music Hour

From the publisher's feed

My rockin’ 80 year old retired musician grandmother, Bessie Lanning, and I, Erica Case, talk life, Country Music, Rock ‘N Roll, and cover our favorite songs along with special guests.