Hugs From Heaven #271

Spring has sprung! Well, Spring Equinox arrived this morning. No matter what the weather is like, you have to admit spring is a miraculous experience. The whole world comes alive after winter in which it seemed that everything was dead. Start your day with the Lord and these Hugs From Heaven.

About the Podcast

A two-minute dose of encouragement with host Moira Brown, showcasing God’s goodness with daily inspiration. Find God’s embrace in the adventure of faith to help us grow together through life’s seasons and circumstances.

 

Mom Struggling Well #41

This girl. Some people seem to live so much life in so few years. Ashley Hackshaw's story has twists and turns that will leave you wide-eyed and the perspective she has gained is one we can all benefit from.

What we chat about:

* when cancer comes as a relief

* that changing direction is not failure but growth

* what to do when "the American dream" is not actually YOUR dream

Link mentioned:

The True Measure of a Man

Where to find Ashley:

blog // facebook // instagram // twitter

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Sincerely Yours #125

There are times in life when we set out on a journey, certain we’ve been led there by the Spirit of God Himself. In spite of that certainty, we can often find ourselves feeling lost and alone without shelter or direction. It’s a spiritual wilderness… and we start to question why we’re there.

http://media.blubrry.com/faithstrongtoday/p/fst.mc.tritondigital.com/FAITHSTRONGTODAY_P/media/SincerelyYours-125-Stronger_Because_of_the_Struggle_mar17-17.mp3

Hugs From Heaven #270

The world has turned bright green! The celebration of St. Patrick's Day is upon us and it is a special time for transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic. But it's important to remember the man that most refer to as "Saint Patrick," though he was never canonized by the Catholic Church, helped build a strong foundation for Christianity.

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Sincerely Yours #124

From recognizing an invitation to receive a job to identifying the only One who gives true Life… understanding is the key. The way we perceive the messaging around us is critical in mapping out the course before us. When it comes to faith, events in our daily lives are often a study of contradictions between our physical sight and our spiritual insight. And that's exactly what is addressed in today's devotional.

About the Podcast

Discover the treasures of God's Word with host Ann Mainse. Every weekday, this five-minute devotional podcast opens up the Bible and explores its lessons and how we can apply them to our lives today.

 

Hugs From Heaven #269

Entitled. The adjective defines the blight of a whole generation, but it does have a double meaning. Let's take a look at what entitlement really gives us and see what insight God's Word can provide on today's Hugs From Heaven podcast.

About the Podcast

A two-minute dose of encouragement with host Moira Brown, showcasing God’s goodness with daily inspiration. Find God’s embrace in the adventure of faith to help us grow together through life’s seasons and circumstances.

 

WikiGod #54

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This week, we sit down with Joanna la Fleur, Director of Creative Communications at C4 Church. Most recently, she helped launch See Hear Love, a new web-series for women that she co-hosts along with Faith Strong Today contributor, Melinda Estabrooks.

Among many insights, you'll learn about:

* how early-life experiences of her parents' inclusion and hospitality shaped her faith

* the world of church work and where it relates to business

* what role technology can play in our lives and churches

* communication technology and how it can foster community in churches

* why a churches' thoughtful communication can rehabilitate popular misconceptions of Christians

* the church's call to be translators in and to our world

Sincerely Yours #123

There's a story of a painter who turned an apparent disaster into a thing of beauty. And we can find the same thing with God. He will work with you, impurities and all. Let's see what we can learn from these stories on this episode of Sincerely Yours.

About the Podcast

Discover the treasures of God's Word with host Ann Mainse. Every weekday, this five-minute devotional podcast opens up the Bible and explores its lessons and how we can apply them to our lives today.

 

Hugs From Heaven #268

There's no ignoring it... March 15th is The Ides of March, a date that became notorious after the assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BC. But what can we learn from Julius Caesar? From the rise of the Roman Empire to some of his most famous phrases, let's see what Hugs From Heaven he might inspire today.

About the Podcast

A two-minute dose of encouragement with host Moira Brown, showcasing God’s goodness with daily inspiration. Find God’s embrace in the adventure of faith to help us grow together through life’s seasons and circumstances.

 

Grow on the Go #34

Everyone needs to be affirmed and encouraged. It’s almost impossible for us to reach our potential without someone cheering for us. As friends, we can be that pivotal person in someone’s life. Kevann and Donna talk about things they’ve learned about affirmation in relationships and Donna points out Scriptures that encourage us to encourage others with our words.

http://media.blubrry.com/faithstrongtoday/p/fst.mc.tritondigital.com/GROW_ON_THE_GO_P/media/GrowOnTheGo-035-Friend_Me_The_Importance_of_Pom_Poms_mar14-17.mp3

Special Offer:

Buy One, Donate One!

Donna is offering a copy of Friend Me: Turning Faces into Lasting Friendships to be donated to a woman in crisis for $3 when one book is purchased at the regular price of $12.

With the rise of social media, more of us are managing our relationships online instead of in person. Technology that was meant to make communication easier and faster for busy people may have met its goal, but often at the expense of intimacy and meaningful conversation.