On today’s episode, Jane Simmons joins us to talk about grief. Jane is a licensed professional counselor, who has been practicing for 10 years. Jane and Taylor discuss how grief is experienced in adults and kids, how to grieve with someone and how to prepare for grief.  

 Scriptures mentioned:  

• Psalm 139:16 
• 1 Corinthians 15 
• Isaiah 53:3-5 
• 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 

 Resources: 

• When Life is Hard by James MacDonald 
• Griefshare.org 
• GraceWorks Counselling | 903.533.1817 
• Dougy.org- children of all ages that grieve 
• Chantel Longino, LMSW | Alethia Counselling | Excellent grief counselor for kids | 903.561.8955 

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This week Debbie and Jarrad Stuart share about Jarrad’s prodigal years from the perspective of mother and son. They walk us though how it all began, how the Lord got ahold of Jarrad’s life in prison, and the redemption process that followed. They offer encouragement through their story and Scripture that has made an impact on their lives.

Scripture mentioned:

·      Luke 15

·      John 3:17, 21

·      2 Corinthians 13:9

·      Hose 2:15

·      Ezekiel 14:23

·      Psalm 91:11

Resources: 

·      Redeemed Rebel by Jarrad & Debbie Stuart- email [email protected] for a copy

·      Praying for Your Prodigal by Kristen Sauder

·      Waiting Together by Carol Kent 

·      Setting Boundaries with Your Adult Children by Allison Botke

·      Prodigals by Ruth Bell Graham

·      The Hope of a Homecoming by Brendan O’Rourke & DeEtte Sauer

·      Prayers for Prodigals by James Banks

·      Praying for Your Prodigal Daughter by Janet Thompson

·      Engaging Today’s Prodigal by Carol Barnier

·      Come Home by James MacDonald (available for checkout in the Green Acres women’s ministry office)- email [email protected] 

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Today Cindy Dykes, Toni Myers, and Debbie Stuart share some things they have learned over the years. We discuss lessons learned in 5 different categories: physical, spiritual, mental, family and friendship. Join us today for a good laugh and practical wisdom.

Scripture mentioned:

·      Judges 2:10

·      John 10:10

·      Habakkuk 2:3

·      Ezekiel 12:23

·      Proverbs 27:17

Ten Words to Live by- Jen Wilkin

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Everyone’s story of addiction, recovery, redemption, and restoration is different. Today you will hear how Angela Kilgore dealt with an addiction to prescription pain killers. Angela shares about how her addiction was not the problem, pride was her problem. Abbie joins us to share how her mom’s addiction helped shape her and showed her how to find true freedom in Christ.

If you missed part 1, listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1610011/8285391 . In part 2 of this conversation, we talk about marriage, support systems, the restoration process, and the importance of setting boundaries. 

 “I will return her vineyards to her and transform the Valley of Trouble into a gateway of hope.” Hosea 2:15 NLT

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Everyone’s story of addiction, recovery, redemption, and restoration is different. Today you will hear how Angela Kilgore dealt with an addiction to prescription pain killers. Angela shares about how her addiction was not the problem, pride was her problem. Abbie joins us to share how her mom’s addiction helped shape her and showed her how to find true freedom in Christ.

 In part 1 of this conversation, we talk about how Angela’s addiction began, rehab, God’s kindness, and finding freedom in Christ. 

 “I will return her vineyards to her and transform the Valley of Trouble into a gateway of hope.” Hosea 2:15 NLT

 We would love to connect with you! 
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What does it look like to lead well as a Christian woman? Join us for a conversation with Linda Lesniewski and Debbie Stuart about faithful servant leadership through happy and discouraging times. These women share their wisdom gained from 20+ years of leadership experience. 

 Resources:

My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers

New Morning Mercies by Paul David Tripp 

Women at the Cross by Linda Lesniewski

Connecting Women by Linda Lesniewski

Biblical References:

The story of Lydia-found in Acts 16

The story of Deborah- found in Judges 4-5

Psalms 139

Ezekiel 14:23

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What does it look like to parent and disciple your child with the end in mind? Join our Children’s Minister, Jennifer Grigsby, and Youth Minister, Walter Ballou for a conversation on raising your child from a Christian perspective. They walk us through what it looks like to instill Spiritual disciplines at various stages and why that matters. They also share about how to maintain a healthy marriage while parenting. 

 Resources mentioned on today’s show:

·      Bible Truths for Parents- Sermon by Pastor David Dykes

o   DVD- Contact Green Acres Kids Ministry by calling 903-525-1122.

o   For the transcript of the message: https://gabc-archive.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/s052399.pdf

·      The Strong-Willed Child by James Dobson

·      Sacred Parenting by Gary Thomas

·      Parenting in the Pew by Robbie Castleman


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On today’s episode, Justin Hayes and Meghan Goad share about their experiences with fostering and adopting children. They talk about how God opened the door for them to begin the process, what it’s like to have a failed adoption, and the blessing foster and adoption has been in their lives. Justin recommends a book called “Reframing Foster Care” for those considering fostering.  

 Scriptures mentioned: 

Psalm 119:105 

John 14:21 

Colossians 1:17 

Resources for families: 

The Fostering Collective- thefosteringcollective.org


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WARNING: This episode contains content surrounding the topic of abortion, and maybe triggering to some listeners. This content is not suitable for all ages.  

This week Dr. Grace English shares about shattering strongholds. She opens up about her own abortion and the healing that had to take place for her to experience freedom in Christ. Grace encourages women to share about their past pain because only then can true healing in Jesus happen. 

Strongholds definitions: 

• Something that holds you hostage against doing the will of God (holding in place, keeping held down) 
• Tony Evans = a mindset that accepts a situation as unchangeable even though we know it is against the will of God. A stronghold is a faulty thinking pattern based on lies and deception. Deception is one of the primary weapons of the devil, because it is the building blocks for a stronghold. 
• A system of beliefs that has been created in your life that challenges what’s true about God and His Word. It becomes the thing you see and “do life” through; your filter. 

We would love to connect with you. Feel free to email us at [email protected] 

 Resources: 

• CARE Abortion Recovery: careabortionrecovery.com 
• GraceWorks Counselling Ministry: 903-533-1817 

 Where to find Grace 

• Facebook: Grace Soo English 

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Today we dive into the topic of community and how crucial it is that our community be a Biblical community. Katie and Shelley share about how they see community displayed in the Bible, and how they are able to live that out in their own lives. 
Katie shares about a season where she didn’t have community and how difficult that was. Shelley talks about how important it is to be the initiator of community and to look for people that may be looking for community. 

Are you in the Tyler area? We would love for you to join us a Green Acres and get plugged into a connect group! https://www.gabc.org/connect-groups/

 Scripture and tools:

1 Thessalonians 5:14

Galatians 6:2

James 5:16

Acts 2

 The method Shelley uses to simplify her daily Bible reading is called SOAP: Scripture, observations, applications, prayer. 

Link from today’s episode:

Dax the Fire Dog by Katie Gossett: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098324234/ref=cm_sw_r_oth_api_glt_fabc_BD25V7WZMJ068HAPPQBT

I Am Devotional by Diane M. Stortz: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0718096738/ref=cm_sw_r_oth_api_glt_fabc_WK97FJKM712QG7TJN74N

The Training of the Twelve by A. B. Bruce: https://www.amazon.com/Training-Twelve-Apostles-Testament-Biography/dp/1987719557/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=aa+bruce+training+of+the+12+disciples&qid=1612468992&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzUU5FWjFPMkxPWDZNJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzg2NDg4RUlUQlhYMUFGSjVJJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAxNjkwNzkyUlE2UkVRWlAwT0Y0JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ

Life Togethr by Dietrich Bonhoeffer: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Together-Exploration-Christian-Community/dp/0060608528/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TX2SJDWRDPX5&dchild=1&keywords=life+together+by+dietrich+bonhoeffer&qid=1612469009&sprefix=life+together%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-1

Edible Cookie Dough recipe: https://sugarspunrun.com/cookie-dough-dip/

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