Detours

A question was asked to us on social media, "If someone never hears about Jesus, will they go to hell?" In today's episode, we visit that question along with some other common questions people have for Christians.

In this compelling episode of "Detours," we delve into the heartfelt journey of two devout Christian parents grappling with their son's embrace of an LGBTQ+ lifestyle. With unwavering love and faith, they navigate the complex emotions and challenges that arise, constantly pointing him back to God. Through candid conversation and spiritual guidance, this episode explores the delicate balance of maintaining religious convictions while offering unconditional love. Join us as we uncover the trials, triumphs, and profound insights of a family striving to stand strong in faith while loving their son and letting God take control.

Detours family, season 5 is coming in 2 weeks! Join us for a brand new season filled with inspiring conversations and deep dives into the heart of Christianity. We have an incredible lineup of guests who will share their unique insights and experiences, covering a range of compelling topics.

As we wrap up season 4, we review how God opens and closes doors in our lives, and how we can respond. Everyone goes thru trials and seasons of celebration. As God opens and closes doors, the only thing you can control is how you respond. Have a listen to times where we reacted well, and times where we did not.

Why is this topic so difficult to talk about? Nobody likes a breakup. How do we handle this as Christians? People choose sides. Fingers are pointed. It's never an easy thing, especially when the friendship was close. Linda and Jenna are back in the studio with Mike and Deb to talk thru this difficult topic, the friendship breakup.

People will fall into one of 2 categories, either authentic or counterfeit. Sometimes, counterfeits look so much like the original that it takes experienced discernment skills to see the difference. Join Mike and Deb as they invite guests Linda and Jenna into the studio to talk about friendship and how to find what everyone is looking for, authentic friends.

We bring in special guests Savanna and Murielle to share their story of a mother and daughter's detour we all can relate to. Savanna was a teenager who began working in the restaurant industry filled with late nights and trips to the bar after work with co-workers. Over time, her relationship with Jesus faded, and alcohol tightened its grip on her life. Hear her story, and get her mother Murielle's perspective as they navigated addiction and how God was with them every step of the way.

Deb and Mike have never experienced so many opened and closed doors as when they were sent to Poland to help Ukrainian refugees when the war broke out. In this episode, they recall a mission trip that changed perspectives, created tears, and was filled with detour after detour. Listen to the retelling of a story that this world needs to hear.

In today's episode, we revisit Deb's toolbox that she derived to help her with anger. Anger is something that will constantly resurface in our lives and if you sharpen your toolbox, you can be much more proactive when it starts to rear it's ugly head. How do you know when you're getting angry? Once you are, what can you do to healthily diffuse the situation? What's the difference between anger and wrath?

Anxiety, who hasn't felt that? It can hit on a daily, hourly, or seasonal basis. How do you control it? Can it even be controlled? The prescription for anxiety is found in Colossians 3:15. The answer is having the peace of Christ rule in your life. So how do you let it? It's a choice. It's an easy choice to make, but difficult to execute so be ready to arrest and replace! Learn more in this episode of Detours!

https://debmarsalisi.com/2024/03/anxieties-exchanged-for-assurance/