People using religious means to emotionally hurt and manipulate others is becoming a real concern in communities of faith. And the even more disturbing thing is that churches and faith leaders are turning a blind eye to it and are ill-equipped to handle it. This episode is a candid discussion with previous guest Rachel (Redman) Skidmore about how to address this and why the faith community needs to become a house of hope instead of a house of pain.

Disclaimer: There were some audio issues at the beginning of the interview which cleared up as the episode went on, so please feel free to adjust the volume as needed. Also, while we tried to keep this episode as positive as possible, this topic may prove to be triggering for some people, so listen at your own discretion.

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Most of us have areas of our lives in which we are trying to change and grow but sometimes, it seems like are seeing little progress even with all of our efforts. We need to remember that God has given us all we need and that maybe, the key to getting from where we are to where we want to be is simply to start accessing what's already available to us. This episode will help you see that God has already given you what you need in order to change your life - you just to have start harnessing it!

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We've just ushered in a new year, fresh with hopes and dreams and goals. Yet, it seems as though all people everywhere, and especially people of faith, need a bit of joy. Challenges and uncertain times in recent months and years have taken their toll and many feel more discouraged and defeated than ever. This episode will infuse you with a much-needed reminder that joy can be found in (and is commanded in!) every situation and that God offers us so many reasons to take delight in Him because He takes delight in us.

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As we say goodbye to another year and look ahead to the next, today's episode helps us understand the value of distinguishing what to hold onto and what to let go of. There will likely be things we take with us going forward and things we choose to leave behind and the goal in it all is to make certain that, in looking back or in looking ahead, we don't stay stuck. Headed into a new year, that seems to be a good message for all of us!

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As Christmas approaches, it's a good time to remind ourselves of why Christ came to earth in the first place: to "make His blessing flow, far as the curse is found." Digging into the beloved carol, "Joy To The World," this episode helps us remember that God is always in the process of redeeming this fallen world and that every circumstance is aimed at that end, even the things that are confusing or hard. Your holidays will be uplifted by this message!

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Julie Randall was informed over a decade ago that she was going to die. Stage 4. Cancer. She was given a short timeline of survival. But this determined wife and mother of two decided that this wasn’t going to be her death sentence. She would find a way to beat the disease. In facing death, she discovered how to live. Join today’s episode for a fascinating conversation about attitude and overcoming the odds, groundbreaking advances in cancer cures, the power of bold promises, and how to not wait until you’re struck by tragedy to start fully living. 

Disclaimer: While the views in this conversation are more scientific and do not reflect a blatantly Christian tone as per the usual on this podcast, there are still many informative things to be taken from this interview, and Grace Moments is grateful to Julie for her time and her story!

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This episode takes you through a few of the most recent books I’ve read on suffering and the lessons I learned from each author along the way. All three stories we look at today share a theme in common: loss. And the truths these people discovered in their grief have the power to change our view of suffering. You’ll be challenged by this one!

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We all love lightbulb moments - times when we suddenly see things with clarity like never before. We also love it when it happens to someone else. But the truth is, we can’t rush that moment. Nothing we say or do will bring it any faster because each of us has to be ready to accept and understand that reality and sometimes, coming into or being brought into that reality before we’re ready does more harm than good. This week’s podcast focuses on why giving the comprehension process time is of utmost importance and largely determines the outcome of transformation.

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As Thanksgiving Day will be celebrated in the United States this week, this episode serves as a short but poignant reminder of God’s goodness, love, and faithfulness in all circumstances and why having a posture of thankfulness is so very important.

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Hope is important. But unless it is placed within a spiritual context, it becomes nothing more than optimism. In this episode, we're going to be talking about the importance of hope and why we need it. But not just why we need hope itself but more importantly, why we need the God of hope Himself. This will really lift your spirits if you're facing a challenging time!

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