Insight for Living Canada - LifeTrac Podcast

Romans 11:34 Living happily ever after isn’t usually God’s plan for us, but what He does have in store for us is a great adventure. Walking with God is the most exciting and rewarding of all experiences on earth.

Psalms 37:39-40 There are no coincidences. Things don’t just happen—they’re planned. And God uses the events in our lives to get us to stop and pay attention to what He’s saying.

Luke 2:29-32 Through the months leading to Christmas we are busily about our stuff—doing business, travelling, and engaged in the give and take of life. And then Christmas hits and the zoom lenses of our minds focus on the outstretched arms of the One who saved us.

Galatians 4:4-5 God has been at work in human history. Over the passing of time He arranged a set of events that would lead ultimately to the beginning and to the continuation of humanity for as long as He chooses.

Psalms 92:12-15 In our “hurry-up” society a grandparent’s patience, understanding, and unconditional love can make a world of difference to a child.

Hebrews 4:15 There’s a big difference between empathy and sympathy. To sympathize is to feel for someone. To empathize is to feel with someone.

Job 5:18 Pain is a part of life. And it’s in these “crucibles” our identity is shaped. Hard times are a transformative experience.

Proverbs 22:6 There are two types of success—outside and inside the home. Success in business never makes up for failure in the home. Children don’t need more stuff—the need lots of time and unconditional love.

Psalms 46:1-3 God doesn’t leave us in the tough times. Even when we question His goodness, He stays near. Psalm 46 says God is our refuge and strength—a very present help in trouble. Whatever you’re going through, God is there and He’s in control.

Esther 2 An orphan girl who grew up to be a Queen—Esther was an extraordinary person who saved the entire Jewish nation. Though she lived thousands of years ago, her humility, grace, and courage make Esther an inspiring and relevant role model for women today.