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What if you're feeling spiritually dry and distant—like life has you stuck in a desert of doubt, haunted by family baggage or your own regrets, desperately craving that close connection with God but hearing the nagging voice inside say, "Where is He when I need Him most?"

How do we push through those nights when worry feels like our only companion, turn our inner chaos into a quiet trust, and show up for worship anyway, even when we feel too broken or unqualified to lead the way?

In Psalm 42, the sons of Korah—descendants of a guy who rebelled big-time against God and paid the price—open up about their deep longing for Him, turning a family curse into a powerful song of hope that reminds us of David's own thirst and points ahead to Jesus welcoming the tired and thirsty to rest by the Rock that never runs dry.

Join us for this heartfelt 15-minute prayer through Psalm 42 on the Praying Christian Women podcast  as host Jamie Hampton shares the amazing story of the Korah crew's comeback as proof of God's second chances for all of us, and encourages you to claim that promise—"I will praise Him again"—no matter what mess you're carrying, so you can expect honestly, hope boldly, and walk right back into the presence of a God who says you're never too far gone.

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Every day, our lives are shaped by countless small decisions — all leading us toward the bigger milestones that define our story. In tonight's prayer and devotional, we consider how career choices, relationships, and financial steps may stand out as defining moments, but the truth is, God cares about every choice we make — both big and small.

Robert Hampshire reminds us through Proverbs 16:3 that when we commit our work to the Lord, He establishes our plans. This isn’t a promise of an easy road or instant success, but of a life rooted in God’s direction and peace.

Robert recalls his years playing high school football, where improvement required complete commitment — from what he ate to how much he slept and practiced. His life had to be oriented around the game. In the same way, the Christian life demands a focused commitment to God. We cannot divide our loyalties or pursue comfort and still expect spiritual growth.

When we commit our work — our ambitions, energy, and daily actions — to God, we begin to align our priorities with His purposes. That means seeking first His Kingdom rather than our own success. As we surrender our plans, God shapes them into something firm, lasting, and life-giving.

Every step of obedience, no matter how small, matters. God promises that when we trust Him with every area of life, He will establish our plans — not necessarily according to our timeline, but always according to His perfect will.

TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE

“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.”
— Proverbs 16:3 (ESV)

MAIN TAKEAWAYS

• Committing your work to God means surrendering both your big and small decisions to His leadership.

• Spiritual growth comes from consistent obedience and dependence on God, not self-reliance.

• True success is found when your plans align with God’s will, not when they simply go your way.

• Every daily act of faithfulness strengthens your foundation and sets your heart on what truly lasts.

• God honors a fully surrendered life with peace, direction, and lasting fruit.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES

• Proverbs 16:3

• Matthew 6:33

What is God’s will and how do we actually find it? Does God still speak to us today, and if so, how can we recognize His voice? Today, we have author and apologist Greg Koukl, founder of Stand to Reason, about one of the most practical and misunderstood topics in the Christian life: how to make decisions that honor God. Greg challenges the common idea that Christians must wait for a “still small voice” or a “sign” before making choices and instead points us back to what Scripture really teaches about God’s will.

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Victoria Robinson has been a highly regarded voice in pro-life causes for almost three decades. Her speaking engagements span across the United States and abroad. She began her career in pro-life causes while seeking help from her local pregnancy resource center for abortion trauma. The center director quickly sent her to a Forgiven and Set Free Weekend Retreat, where she found healing.

She soon went from volunteer to staff member and eventually became the CEO. Victoria credits the center with solidifying her work in pro-life causes and after abortion trauma recovery and education. Her abortion story has garnered well over 15 million streams and/or views. Victoria is the founder of "Reassemble", a non-profit ministry offering after-abortion trauma recovery to both men and women through one-on-one counseling, group sessions and weekend retreats around the country.

 ReAssemble also provides education and awareness on the damaging effects of abortion. Tonight, she sits down for a Live Interview with Brad to discuss her ministry and her efforts to bring attention to the issue of abortion.

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Welcome to the New America! Dubbed 'God's Comic' by the New Yorker, for 16-years, Brad Stine has been the comedic trailblazer of politically incorrect, Christian and Conservative comedy. His new show, 'Brad Stine Has Issues', covers cultural issues with his signature brand of comedic sarcasm and satire with insight that will be appreciated by everyone who loves laughter, liberty, and the freedom to tell the truth without fear. #PCFree #BradStineHasIssues

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Why are so many young people questioning their faith—and what does it take to confront the toughest questions about God, truth, and culture? For today’s conversation, Pastor Greg Laurie talks with Christian apologist—and mentor to the late Charlie Kirk—Frank Turek for an honest, timely conversation about faith, evidence, and the future of the church.

Together, Pastor Greg and Frank dig deep into what’s fueling today’s “deconstruction” trend among Christian youth, why so many leave the church after high school, and how technology, college campuses, and cultural pressures challenge the foundations of belief. No question is off-limits: from “Does science contradict the Bible?” to “Why does God allow suffering?” and “How do we respond to the transgender movement?”—every topic is handled with compassion and real-world insight.

Frank also talks about his friend and mentee, Charlie Kirk, reflecting on his legacy and the explosive spiritual awakening our country has experienced following his tragic death. This conversation isn’t just for pastors or intellectuals—instead it’s for anyone seeking to grow in faith, love for their neighbor, and meaningfully engage as believers unafraid to compromise in a changing world. 

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Trans Issue: Why Did It Emerge & Wane?
01:13 Cross Examine Ministry: Apologetics on Campus
02:09 Christian Colleges & The Drift from Evangelicalism
03:04 The Sinai Example: What Makes a True Christian
07:02 Why Do Christian Youth Leave Church?
09:25 Discipleship Defined: Beyond Fire Insurance
10:28 Science vs. Christianity: Asking the Right Questions
13:39 Theology by Slogan: Making People Think
15:26 Atheism’s Origin: Head vs. Heart Problem
17:00 Christopher Hitchens: “There Is No God, and I Hate Him”
20:01 Spiritual Awakening Among Young People
22:34 Charlie Kirk’s Impact & Medal of Freedom Story
29:44 Politics vs. Gospel: Charlie Kirk’s Perspective
31:41 Pastoral Silence: Why Avoid Addressing Controversy?
34:36 Churchianity vs. Christianity: Focus on Kingdom
40:15 Why Does God Allow Suffering?
43:40 Hell & God's Justice: Grace, Not Just Goodness
45:51 Forgiveness: Erica Kirk’s Powerful Memorial Moment
48:49 Are All Religions the Same?
55:03 Transgender Trend: Roots & Pastoral Response
58:33 What Drives Children to Transition?
61:53 Frank Turek’s Motivation for Campus Apologetics
63:17 Winning Souls, Not Arguments
64:07 Predestination vs. Free Will: Salvation Debate
66:27 Knowledge on Fire: Why Effective Preaching Matters
71:07 Passing the Baton: Mentoring the Next Generation

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Brenda Kennison is back for part two, diving deeper into her remarkable journey of transformation. After hitting rock bottom in the public eye, Brenda rewired her mindset and found true freedom from alcoholism, another failed marriage, and depression. Brenda shares how neuroplasticity and faith worked together to reshape her emotional and spiritual health, shifting her from toxic cycles to a place of healing and healthy relationships.

Discover how changing your thoughts really can change your life, especially within your relationships and marriage. You’ll hear practical steps for rewiring the brain, building healthy habits, and breaking free from damaging labels and generational patterns. Plus, Brenda gets real about her own journey through multiple marriages, finding lasting love, and becoming a champion for emotional and spiritual transformation.

If you’re ready to take the first step toward real change, this episode will give you the inspiration and tools you need. Dive in for a raw and encouraging conversation about what’s possible when you allow God and practical mindset work to reshape your story!

What You’ll Hear In This Episode:

• Is Alcoholism a Disease?
  Brenda Kennison shares why she no longer views alcoholism as a disease, and how shifting this perspective empowered her to break free from addiction. 

• The Power of Neuroplasticity and Scripture:
  Brenda explains how neuroscience and spiritual truth come together to help rewire the brain. Discover practical ways to “take every thought captive.” 

• Marriage, Divorce, and Personal Growth:
  Learn how Brenda’s struggle with perfectionism, shame, and unhealed wounds deeply impacted her first three marriages. 

• How Unhealed Thoughts Impact Relationships:
  Brenda offers a practical exercise to help listeners identify how they are currently “showing up” in life: through emotions, behaviors, bodily sensations, and perspectives. 

• Building a Better Marriage Through Communication:
  Hear how Brenda and her husband learned to communicate across their differences and love each other according to their unique love languages. 

• Practical Steps to Rewire Your Brain:
  Get Brenda’s three-step process of awareness, action, and accountability to transform negative thinking and habits. 

Resources Mentioned:

• Day One of Sobriety Podcast & Ministry – dayoneofsobriety.org

• How Connected Are You? Partner Quiz by Dana Che

• Dr. Gary Chapman’s The Five Love Languages

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In this encouraging episode of the Compared to Who? podcast, host Heather Creekmore delves deep into the ever-present fear of missing out—aka FOMO. As part of the “Fear Free Fall” series, Heather unpacks the spiritual roots of FOMO, exploring how it impacts our faith, contentment, and even our relationship with God.

Heather explains that FOMO isn’t just a modern phenomenon brought on by social media; it goes back as far as the Garden of Eden. Through honest reflection and biblical truth, she challenges listeners to consider whether FOMO is really about doubting God’s goodness and wondering if He’s holding out on us.

You’ll learn:

• Why FOMO can reveal a lack of “little faith” in your daily life

• The connection between social media envy and spiritual insecurity

• How the story of Adam and Eve perfectly illustrates our struggle with FOMO

• Why God’s timing isn’t the same as God’s favor, and what that means for you

• The myth of competition and the futility of trying to “win” at life through comparison

• How to stop chasing others’ dreams and dig into your unique, God-given calling

• What true abundance and blessing really look like—and how it differs from what social media promises

Heather encourages listeners to stop focusing on someone else’s life and instead trust that God’s plan for YOU is personal, intentional, and truly satisfying. If comparison has kept you feeling “less than,” this episode offers authentic hope and practical gospel wisdom to help you stop comparing and truly start living.

Resources & Links:

• Heather Creekmore’s Website & 10 Days of Encouragement

• The Book: The Comparison Free Life

• Coaching with Heather Creekmore

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New Testament reliability, Gospel manuscripts, and historical evidence for Jesus take center stage in this deep-dive conversation with Dr. Craig Evans—New Testament scholar, manuscript expert, and contributor to the new film Oracles of God. This episode unpacks how we got the New Testament, why the Gospels are trustworthy, and what early eyewitnesses actually claimed.

Dr. Evans walks us through oral tradition, manuscript accuracy, canon formation, the Da Vinci Code myths, why early Christians trusted the Gospels, and how the film Oracles of God helps modern audiences rediscover the roots of Scripture. Rich, accessible, and faith-strengthening—this is the clearest guide you’ll hear on why the New Testament stands up to historical scrutiny.

Highlights 

• Why New Testament manuscripts are among the most historically reliable ancient texts

• How oral tradition worked in the first century and why the Gospels weren’t written immediately

• The truth about “lost gospels” and why books like Thomas were not included

• What textual criticism reveals about accuracy and faithful transmission

• The role of eyewitness testimony in the formation of the four Gospels

• Why Da Vinci Code-style theories collapse under real historical evidence

• Dr. Evans’ surprising theory on who wrote Hebrews

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Today’s Bible Verse:
“So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.” — 1 Peter 4:19

Peter offers a steadying truth for weary hearts: even in seasons of hardship, we’re not abandoned—we’re held by a faithful Creator who sees every step we take. This verse invites us to place our lives back into God’s hands, not with resignation, but with trust. And while the struggle may tempt us to shut down or pull away, Peter calls us to keep doing good—because suffering doesn’t get the final word. God’s faithfulness does.

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Chaka Heinze is a writer, speaker, and lover of the Bible. She is actively involved in her local church on the Prayer and Healing team and mentors young women seeking deeper relationships with God.

After personally experiencing God's love and compassion following the loss of her eleven-year-old son, Landen, Chaka delights in testifying to others about God's unfathomable and transformative love that permeates even the most difficult circumstances.
Chaka and her husband of twenty-six years have five children ranging from adult age to preschool. Trained as an attorney, she’s had the privilege of mitigating sibling disputes for twenty-plus years.

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In this conversation, we talk about what it means to “leave and cleave” in marriage and how getting married calls you to realign your loyalties and priorities. We share three ways we’ve learned to live out this principle, and we hope it encourages you to keep choosing your spouse first.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:

• The biblical meaning behind the phrase “leave and cleave”
• Why “leaving and cleaving” is harder in practice than in theory
• How redefining “immediate family” strengthens your marriage
• Three practical ways to prioritize your spouse over extended family
• Why involving parents or siblings in marital conflict can create unnecessary strain

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Give your spouse priority over parents and siblings. Your marriage becomes your new “immediate family.” While it’s still important to love and honor your parents, your primary loyalty now belongs to your spouse.
2. Determine to make decisions together first. Going to your spouse before seeking outside input builds trust, unity, and interdependence. It shows that your spouse’s thoughts and feelings come first.
3. Decide not to involve extended family in marital conflict. Unless you’re dealing with abuse or serious issues, resolve everyday disagreements privately. Inviting family into routine conflict can damage relationships and make reconciliation harder.

US TIME CHALLENGE

Write down one specific area where you struggle to “leave and cleave.” Share it with your spouse and discuss whether they see it the same way. Then, together, brainstorm two or three practical ways you can improve in that area this week.

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Stay connected with us beyond the show! Visit AshleighSlater.com for free marriage tools, updates on new podcast episodes, and to sign up for her weekly email newsletter.

TEAM US RESOURCES

• Team Us: The Unifying Power of Grace, Commitment, and Cooperation in Marriage (https://ashleighslater.com/team-us/)
• FREE Team Us Study Guide (https://ashleighslater.com/team-us/free-team-us-study-guide/)

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