Did you know there is a science of awe? Really, there is. Science keeps pointing us to what God has said is true. Both lead us to help for our mental health and positive effects for healing from trauma.  I share research and tips for healing the body, soul and spirit. Invite a friend. And share on your social media so more people can receive the healing and hope that good sound psychology and Biblical truths can bring them. 

Resources: 

"Understanding and Treating Posttrumatic Stress Disorder",   and "Awestruck: How Embracing Wonder Can Make You Happier, Healthier, and More Connected."  Jonah Paquette, Psy. D.

"A Grace Disguised" by Jerry Sittser 

"The God of All Comfort" by Dee Brestin

"The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe", by C.S. Lewis

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/understanding-awe/201704/the-emerging-science-awe-and-its-benefits

https://www.everydayhealth.com/wellness/resilience/essential-skills-that-make-you-resilient/?slot=0&xid=nl_EHNLwomenshealth_2022-02-16_26726913&utm_source=Newsletters&nl_key=nl_womens_health&utm_content=2022-02-16&utm_campaign=Womens_Health&utm_term=creativeA

Okay, he's the real deal ya'll. Dr. Sleeth (or Matthew as he likes to be called), is a former emergency room physician who resigned from his position as chief of the medical staff and director of the ER to teach, preach, and write about faith and the environment. He is Christ follower who has a heart for caring for God's creation. He means that literally with the planet (check out: blessedearth.org) and God's people. He ministers to 1,000 in churches, business, prisons, ministries and one on one. His unique way of looking at scripture through the lens of his medical knowledge will bring you a fresh understanding of God's word. God, the author of life has much to say to us regarding suicide prevention. Listen  as Dr. Sleeth shares his wisdom, experience and well researched information, combined with his heart of love for God and people. It may just save your life or someone you know. And please please please, share this one with your friends, family, pastor. You never know who is hurting internally and needs a life line of hope. 

Resources:

About the book: Hope Always: In Hope Always you will find: Research based and scientifically grounded information about the suicide epidemic. Biblically based information to start a conversation about the spiritual and emotional battles that so many of us face. And a practical toolkit to consult when a loved one is dealing with suicidal ideation. 

Free Toolkit:  https://www.blessedearth.org/wp-content/uploads/wordpress/Tyndale-HOPE-ALWAYS-TOOL-KIT.pdf

Video Series and Leader Guide: "At last! The guide the church needs to make sense of America’s burgeoning suicide and overdose epidemic. Matthew Sleeth, M.D., one of the nation’s most trusted voices, invites you into his home to learn sound medicine, practical helps and biblical truths.

Find out why committed Christians are four to six times less likely to die by suicide than atheists. Learn how to start a conversation about suicide. Explore nine practical ways you can protect your loved ones from a worldview that says suicide is just another option. This four-part series will equip you to become an advocate for the sanctity of life in a culture of suicide!"

More about Dr. Sleeth and his ministry: www.blessedearth.org. 

Bible teacher extraordinaire Krista Williams joins us today to continue the conversation on hearing God's voice. She unpacks how we listen to Him through the word, aka the Bible. Also, she unpacks what God is up to in suffering and when He seems silent. Krista unpacks the story of Eli and Samuel along with the Book of Job to illuminate truths about God and our ability to hear Him. She points to the 'treasures in the dark' places of our lives and how to notice them. This conversation is one I know I needed and think you will too. Per normal, please share with friends, and let's help get the hope and healing available through Christ to as many as we can. "For such a time as this".

Scriptures:

1 Samuel 3 (Eli and Samuel) 

Matthew 13:12

Judges 6-8 (Gideon)

Book of Job (highlighted Job 4) 

We are coming for you 2022!! This 'hope and healing' tribe is going to press into your word; your presence; hearing your voice and receiving the rest that only you can give. We are going to allow you to give to us, so we can in turn give to others. We are not victims, we are overcomers. We can trust God and believe what His word says. We "Rest in faith, trusting Father. Walk by faith, following Jesus. Hear in faith, obeying Spirit. In God we remain" (adapted from "The Anchor Prayer", Marc Alan Schelske). Let's do this!!!! 

Scriptures: Hebrews 4:9-11 and Matthew 11:28-30 

Julie is back! She was with us on Episode 67 talking about "True Worship". What I love about Julie is her authentic and practical walk with God. She shares how she reconnected with God through the Pandemic and the gold nuggets that she has gleaned from it. The over reaching nugget is  how to withstand the storms of life; building resilience. 

Julie makes the supernatural look natural; which I believe is what our true Christian walk is meant to be. This episode builds on the last episode (71) on "Discerning God's Voice", so if you haven't listened to that, check it out.  I am praying you are inspired to go deeper with God, entering into the grand adventure of an intimate relationship with Him. And then naturally lead others into that as you share the exciting (and challenging) ways that it is effecting your life. For such a time as this; let's partner and share God's hope and healing to a hurting world! 

Teacher extraordinaire and founder of "Heart 2 Heart Ministry",  Cindy shares her years of wisdom from personal experience as well as from year's of teaching others to hear God's voice. Her life's passion is to help others connect intimately to God's heart of love and have a personal, transformative relationship with God, through the power of Holy Spirit. Beyond being inspired you will gain some practical tools to enhance or begin your ability to hear God's voice. Your life will never be the same! Grab a friend and join in on the adventure. Be sure to like, subscribe and share this episode. 

Tips:

2. Remember it's a skill you're learning, like learning a new language.

3. Asking God if you have any unconfessed sin that might be blocking hearing His voice.

4. "Priming the Pump"; quieting your mind. Turn off electronics, focus on worship, nature, meditate on the word. 

5. Share honestly where you are at the moment with God. Bring all your doubts, fears, problems to God. Talk to Him. Metaphorically give them to Him. Put them in His hands.  

To learn more about Cindy and training opportunities: http://www.heart2heart-ministry.org/

Resources:

Scriptures: 

Hebrews 11:6; John 8:38; John 10:1-4; Revelation 3:20 

Today in honor of Thanksgiving we give thanks as led by the scriptures in Colossians 1:9-13. Praying for all today. Those who are rejoicing, and those who are grieving and feeling alone. Thanking God that He is with us no matter the circumstances of our lives. Praying you encounter His Presence today.  Blessings. 

Today's episode is in honor of Ms. Jean. 91 years young when she passed into the arms of Jesus. So much wisdom. A life lived in prayer and faith. A true inspiration. Let's learn from her on how to do the simply profound thing: Keeping our eyes on Jesus by 1. Obedience 2. Faith 3. Hope and 4. Love. It's so simple it's hard. Yet, Holy Spirit is faithful. Join in and share with others. 

Hebrews 6:19; Hebrews 11; Hebrews 12:1-3; 1 Peter 3: 13-16; Romans 15:13; Psalm 119