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We are living in a loneliness epidemic, and it appears to be worse for men. As guys, I get it, it can be really hard to cultivate meaningful relationships once you’re beyond college. But I want to urge you to make this a priority. We were made for community. So, reach out to someone. Chances are, they really need someone to talk to also.

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Mike Flynt joins host Michael Foust to share his extraordinary story of perseverance, faith, and redemption. At 59 years old, Mike returned to play his senior season of college football at Sul Ross State University, 37 years after being kicked off the team as a young linebacker. His story is now featured in the inspiring film “The Senior,” released by Angel Studios.

In this interview, Mike opens up about:

• Why he left football originally and the regrets that stayed with him for decades

• What motivated him to walk back onto the field at nearly 60

• The physical and mental preparation required to compete as the oldest NCAA linebacker in history

• Lessons learned about forgiveness, faith, and perseverance

• How God and his wife Eileen played a role in his redemption journey

• Key takeaways from his story for moviegoers and anyone chasing long-held dreams

Mike’s story is a testament to never giving up, rewriting your personal narrative, and relying on faith and resilience to overcome life’s challenges.

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Today’s Bible Verse: "But whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life." — John 4:14

Every one of us has deep longings—desires for love, acceptance, security, and purpose. We often try to fill those voids with relationships, success, achievements, or possessions, but nothing fully satisfies. In John 4:14, Jesus promises something different: living water that refreshes our souls and fills us with eternal hope.

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Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel

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Rev. Jessica Van Roekel is a passionate Christian speaker, author, and worship pastor who shares how God brings beauty from brokenness. Her message centers on God’s power to rescue, restore, and renew, even after seasons of rejection or loss.

She is the author of Reframing Rejection: How Looking Through a Different Lens Changes Everything, a guide to seeing God’s purpose in life’s disappointments.

Jessica and her husband are raising a vibrant family, with two adult daughters, a college-aged son, and a high school daughter. You can explore her teachings, devotionals, and resources at WelcomeGrace.com.

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This episode is part 25 in a study of the gospel of Luke. First we visit the home of Martha and Mary, then Jesus' diciples ask him to teach them about prayer. He responds with the Lord's Prayer.

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Connect with God — on Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. Use this biblical meditation, narrated by James Seawood, to center yourself on the truth in God's word. Let your giving be in secret. Meditate on Matthew 6:3. Allow the music & nature sounds, deep breathing, prayer, and scripture help you connect with God in a new way. 

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Sleep better and Stress Less— with Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. We hope this biblical sleep meditation, narrated by Jennifer Clark, helps your body relax and your mind rest on the truth found in scripture. Rest as you hear the testimony of men and women who confidently shared the gospel without fear. Let it strengthen and encourage your faith as you fall asleep in God’s presence.

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A Prayer for the Fullness of Joy

Have you ever felt like joy slips through your fingers—here for a moment and gone the next? 
In today’s episode, Nicolet Bell helps us reflect on what it means to live in the fullness of joy that Jesus promises, not just glimpses of it.

Rather than manufacturing joy through circumstances or effort, Jesus invites us to step into His presence where steadfast joy is found.

Reference: John 15:11

Prayer: Jesus, please help us to stop chasing rays of sunshine, and to step out into the full light of your presence. Help us not to seek joy in our circumstances, but in your presence. Help us to teach our kids to do the same. Thank you for your steadfast and complete joy.

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This week, we’ll hear from Bethany Joy Lenz, an actor, singer, director, and now author, who shares a deeply personal story of her time in a spiritually abusive community and the journey of healing and rediscovering faith that followed. 

Later in the episode, we’ll hear from speaker and non-profit founder JT Mestdagh. Born with a rare and complex condition that led to over a dozen major surgeries before the age of sixteen, JT’s life has been anything but ordinary. From long hospital stays to reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, he’s faced life’s toughest challenges with an optimism and heart for helping others. 

 

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“I fundamentally believed—not in my head, but in my body and my heart—that if I did all the right things, if I checked off everything on the Christian girl list, then God would be pleased with me, and I would have a good life.’ - Bethany Joy Lenz

“You need your brain in order to have faith. God is so big. He’s not afraid of us thinking. The more you think, the more you understand, the more Christianity makes sense out of everything else in the world.” - Bethany Joy Lenz

“When you understand what you believe—when you think about it and you research it and you journal about it, the further you dissect it, the more intricate and fascinating it becomes.” - Bethany Joy Lenz 

“God is big enough to not be intimidated or afraid of your questions, your mess, that spaghetti bowl of confusion. God is big enough to untangle it and to

In a world filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and overwhelming stress, how can we truly experience God’s peace? Drawing from Philippians 4:6-7, reminds us that God offers an unshakable calm when we choose prayer over panic and trust over control. Through Scripture, practical steps, and personal reflection, this devotional invites us to trade our worries for God’s peace and refocus our minds on what is true, lovely, and praiseworthy.

✨ Highlights

• Why anxiety, fear, and worry are at an all-time high—and how God meets us there

• How praying with an open Bible deepens trust and strengthens your faith

• Philippians 4:6-9’s step-by-step antidote to anxiety: pray, thank, focus, and rest

• Why fixing your thoughts on God’s goodness brings peace that surpasses understanding

• A simple, powerful prayer to surrender your concerns and experience God’s presence

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Full Transcript Below:

His Calming Presence

By Cindi McMenamin, Crosswalk Contributing Writer 

“Don’t worry about anything. Instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7 NLT). 

It’s been said we are living in the most anxious times on earth. Post pandemic loneliness and a sense of isolation still impact many people, young and old alike. Countless people suffer from depression and anxiety disorders. Mental and emotional health issues are off the charts. Stress is triggering cancer cells in our bodies and adding to our health problems. Many struggle with a sense of identity. Financially, it’s one of the most difficult times to make ends meet. And the U.S. Surgeon General has declared loneliness a public health crisis with devastating results. 

Where is God in all of this? 

If you’re like most believers today, you’ll say you know in your head that God is in control, but you have a

The first day of school is filled with excitement, nerves, and lots of “firsts.” For children, this can be a time of joy and wonder, but also of jitters and uncertainty. For parents, it’s an invitation to lift their children to the Lord in prayer—asking for His protection, wisdom, and presence as they step into a new year.

In today’s devotional, Lynette Kittle reminds us that while public prayer in schools has been limited, no one can stop us from praying for our children. Whether they are just beginning kindergarten or navigating high school hallways, we can stand in the gap, asking God to guard their hearts, guide their steps, and let His Word be a lamp to their feet.

Main Takeaways

• God calls parents and caregivers to pray over children as they learn, grow, and face new challenges.

• No laws or cultural changes can silence prayer—God always hears us.

• Scripture reminds us that His Word lights our children’s path and anchors their hearts in truth.

• Praying over our children equips them spiritually as much as new backpacks and pencils prepare them physically.

Bible Verse References

• Matthew 19:14 – Jesus welcomes the little children.

• Psalm 119:11 – Hiding God’s Word in our hearts.

• Lamentations 2:19 – Pour out your heart for your children before the Lord.

• Psalm 119:105 – God’s Word as a lamp and light.

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