God uses both criticism and praise to grow us up into godly men and women.

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Learn to grow into Christ-likeness by responding to criticism and praise the right way.

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Find joy in knowing that God always has a purpose when speaking to us.

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How can we find hope when life includes disability, caregiving, and unexpected challenges?

On this episode of Shaped by Faith Radio, Theresa Rowe welcomes Joan Borton, co-founder of Luke 14 Exchange, author of MarriageAbility: Embracing the Richness of a Marriage Affected by Disability, and contributor to Ordinary Days, Extraordinary Prayers.

Joan shares Biblical encouragement for families affected by disability and offers practical wisdom for caregivers, spouses, and anyone walking through difficult seasons. Together, Theresa and Joan discuss:

• Caring for a loved one with disability 

• Finding hope in Christ during life's challenges 

• Strengthening your marriage through adversity 

• Encouragement for caregivers and families 

• The power of prayer in everyday life 

• Discovering purpose, value, and community through faith 

Whether you are a caregiver, have a family member with a disability, are seeking encouragement for your marriage, or simply need hope today, this conversation will remind you that God is faithful in every season. 

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Experience the many ways Jesus expresses His friendship with us daily.

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Take heart in knowing that God has a plan to help you repair damaged friendships.

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Episode Summary

When a child walks away from the faith, embraces a new identity, or makes choices that leave parents heartbroken, how do you continue to love them without compromising biblical truth? How do you keep praying when nothing seems to change?

In this deeply hope-filled episode of the Upright Christian Parenting Podcast, Hannah sits down with Debra McNinch, founder of Battle Cry Moms and author of The Battle Cry: Love Goes to War, to talk honestly about one of the hardest journeys a Christian parent can face: raising a prodigal child.

After receiving a life-altering phone call from her adult child, Debra found herself wrestling with grief, unanswered prayers, and questions she never imagined asking. Rather than allowing pain to define her story, God led her to create a ministry that now encourages thousands of parents to stand firm in faith while praying for their children.

Together, Hannah and Debra discuss:

One of the most powerful moments of the conversation is Debra's simple five-step battle plan for parents:

Worship. Scripture. Prayer. God's Promises. Community.

Whether you're praying for a prodigal child, navigating parenting through today's confusing culture, or simply looking for biblical encouragement to stay faithful, this episode is a reminder that no child is beyond God's reach—and no parent has to fight alone.

Resources Mentioned

College of the Ozarks & School of the Ozarks

The future of America depends on the character, faith, and formation of the next generation. College of the Ozarks and School of the Ozarks are committed to preparing students—from elementary school through college—with a foundation rooted in faith in God, personal responsibility, servant leadership, love of country, and Classical Christian education.

Located just south of Branson, Missouri, their campus is dedicated to developing leaders of conviction, wisdom, and strong biblical character.

Learn more at https://www.cofo.edu

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​Dog Days of summer series. In this episode, I feature Altered Stories Ministry Social Media contract manager, Kristy Feltis. Kristy is a wife of 20 years to a retired military spouse and stay-at-home Mom who works as a Virtual Assistant and Pinterest Manager who helps female entrepreneurs grow their business through strategic online marketing. In our authentic conversation, Kristy shares her God story about her growing up in church and her discovery of God's character. She shares how she reconciled her understanding of what people said about God and what she personally believed. In closing, she shares encouraging words to others who are searching in their discovery of God as they grow in their faith.

This episode also includes a mental health tip from our ministry partner and licensed mental health counselor, Sherrie Pucket.