Thanksgiving brought up a lot of memories of a better time for our family.

In this 5-minute episode, we talk about not getting stuck in wishing for the “good old days.” We need to be focused on the present and the future God has for us.

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In this 5-minute episode, I list 3 things to keep in mind when that perfect holiday doesn’t happen.

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In this 5-minute episode, I talk about the seriousness of willful sin, why it’s wrong, and how to steer clear of it!

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Here are some of the verses going along with the episode:Broken fellowship with God (Psalm 66:18)Conviction from the Holy Spirit (Psalm 32:3-4)Discipline from God (Hebrews 12:5-11)Asking God to teach us His ways (Psalm 86:11)Committing ourselves to God (Romans 12:1-2)Fully surrendering to God (Luke 9:23)Examine your heart to see if you truly have a relationship with God. (John 14:15)Confess your sins, ask for forgiveness (1 John 1:9)Change your actions, and turn from your sin (1 Peter 3:11)

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In this 5-minute episode, I’m going to list important reminders for handling hard feelings like anger, depression, fear, stress, and loneliness when they come up.

There’s no struggle when dealing with positive emotions like happiness or gratefulness. What we struggle with are those challenging emotions that Satan uses to throw us off our game.

Anger - Proverbs 14:29, Ephesians 4:26Depression - Psalm 43:5, Psalm 42Fear - 1 John 4:4b, Psalm 33:11, Psalm 20:7Anguish - Psalm 31:10, Isaiah 40:31Stress - John 14:27, 1 Peter 5:7, Matthew 10:29-31Lonely - Psalm 25, Psalm 145:18

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Have you ever felt invisible and forgotten by others?

Have you ever felt like no one hears you?

In this 5 minute epidsode, I give you 3 things to remember when you feel forgotten.

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In this 5-minute episode, you’ll be encouraged with 7 life-changing promises from God directly to you.

This world is filled with hopelessness and discouragement, but not for God’s children! We are rich in God’s promises.

1. God promised He will watch over you. (Psalm 34:15)

2. God promised He will uphold you (Psalm 121:3)

3. God promised He will protect you. (Psalm 91)

4. God promised He will sustain you. (Psalm 55:22)

5. God promised He will stay with you. (Hebrews 13:5-6)

6. God promised He will comfort you. (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)

7. God promised He will love you. (John 3:16)

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In this 5-minute episode, I give 4 pieces of advice from those with a terminal illness who had the chance to see clearly what is important in life. We can learn from them.

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In this 5-minute episode, I give 3 things ways to focus on the right things while experiencing difficult circumstances. It can change everything!

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Many of us have a playlist we like to play on a loop. They are our favorites, and I bet you know all the lyrics by heart. Repetition is key.

In this 5-minute episode, I list 7 important truths to have written on the tablet in your heart. They will comfort you as well as bring you hope and peace!

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Verses for the 7 truths: 1. Ephesians 2:8-92. John 3:163. Hebrews 6:18, Psalm 19:7, Hebrews 13:84. Psalm 139:7-10, Matthew 19:26, Psalm 147:55. Genesis 50:20, Isaiah 55:8-96. Psalm 9:10, James 4:8, Proverbs 18:247. John 14:26, Romans 8:9-11, Psalm 1:1-2

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There is no denying Christians are facing a strong spiritual battle. Fighting in this war is not easy for any of us.

In this 5-minute episode, I’m going to give you 3 ways to fight the spiritual battle we’re in. This is important stuff, you won’t want miss it.

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