Brian and his wife had a deep desire to serve the Pine Ridge Reservation community. They extended an extraordinary invitation to a woman seeking a new life after jail. Their initial months together were a testament to faith and transformation. Their story also included the often overwhelming challenges faced by individuals with extensive histories of abuse and the significant emotional and psychological toll such situations can take on caregivers.

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Rabbi Steven Galiley felt unqualified for going into ministry. It was not what he had planned for his life. When he submitted his application to seminary, he was also hoping he would be rejected. That would solve the problem. Steve didn’t have a full understanding of what lay ahead. Yet, attending seminary and the years of ministry that followed proved to be a crucible for living through numerous challenges. They changed how he viewed himself, and his purpose. Most importantly, these life experiences taught him the value of prioritizing obedience to God over everything else.

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Contributors: Ayden Carpenter, Michelle DeChant, and Adam Maddock

Have you ever thought about what characterizes humility? Is there a way we can live that makes life better for others? At the CFO Shrine Mont camp in 2024, Adam Maddock shared about his spiritual journey, which resulted in a stronger faith. Examining his life's social, theological, and personal influences, he concluded that following Jesus is less about achieving a specific outcome and more about embracing The Way He lived.

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Contributors: Ayden Carpenter, Michelle DeChant, and Adam Maddock

Please be aware that this episode discusses the sensitive topics of abuse and suicide, which may be distressing to some listeners. If these topics are challenging for you, we encourage you to exercise caution or consider an alternative Lamplight talk.
Have you ever wondered if your friendship matters? Kari Carroll, bravely recounts her journey through childhood trauma and the tragic loss of loved ones. Yet these experiences underscore her faith in God, which has provided her with unwavering strength. This story illustrates the profound impact friends can have and the importance of having a community.

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Production team: Ayden Carpenter, Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Nathan Rogers

Andrea and Dan use personal stories and insightful biblical interpretations to illustrate God's unwavering love and pursuit of all people, regardless of their flaws or circumstances. They emphasize that God's question, "Where are you?", is about the state of our hearts and our relationship with Jesus, urging us toward openness, vulnerability, and trust in His hesed love.

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Production Crew: Ayden Carpenter, Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock and Nathan Rogers

Dan Terrones shares about the importance of trusting in God's plan. There was a pivotal moment of surrender in his life when he decided to follow God's leading, no matter where it took him. This decision took him on a journey of learning to lead in ways he had not expected. Dan’s story is a reminder that even when things don't go as expected, we must be brave and follow God's lead. It will always be best.

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Production Team: Ayden Carpenter, Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock and Nathan Rogers

In this talk, Pam Morse explores the multifaceted nature of time, contrasting chronological time with opportune moments. When we seek God's guidance to recognize and act on Kairos moments, we are given opportunities for God's kingdom to manifest in our lives and others. Let’s listen as Pam shares about living with purpose.

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Contributors: Ayden Carpenter, Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock and Pam Morse

In today’s talk, Brandon Pierce reflects on the effect of the loss of his mother during his childhood. He describes how God's pursuit of him revealed the truth that even in his pain, he was never alone. God had not deserted him. This realization transformed Brandon's heart toward God and his understanding of God's love.

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In today’s talk, Scott Hobbs shares about his life and his discovery that there are two sides to our journey. Scott challenges us to consider where we find our fulfillment. Is it in what we are doing? Or in who we are doing it with? Instead of waiting for something - our waiting is given meaning when we realize we’re waiting for God to take us - wherever we’re to go next.

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In this talk, Cheryl offers a transparent glimpse into her life, from who she is to the challenges she and her family face daily. Cheryl shares how the highs and recent lows of having a son with autism, has shaped her faith, and her trust in God. Her experiences have shaped her, and her drive to live fully in the promises of God have provided the guidance she has needed in the dark days and years of questions with no answers.

Lamplight is a podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org to learn more about our retreats, and personal growth courses. Please consider supporting this podcast by donating here.

Contributors: Ayden Carpenter, Michelle DeChant, Cheryl Finnegan and Adam Maddock