TGIF Everyone! The phrase "stick and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me" couldn't be further from the truth. We discuss how words shape our thoughts and influence the direction of our lives.

James 3:5

Married or single, this one is for you! Before we met we were blessed with wise folks with great wisdom regarding what NOT to do in marriage! In fact, that wisdom applied to all our relationships. Our part was to ask for their help. It's tough living in a world that promotes marriage and families so today we discuss the importance of preparing for marriage FIRST in order to have the blessed marriage you long for or hope for the one you are already in! Colossians 3:15

The Hardware Store Has No Perfume. We discovered that going to people who have a hard, hurting heart to get our needs met is like going to the hardware store for perfume. They have nothing to offer and if we keep going there all we will get is more hurt. Today, discover how to keep your expectations of people realistic by remembering we are all hurting humans in need of our Savior. 2 Corinthians 2:15

Stay encouraged. Good can come from it even though you may not see it now. It's suffering. It has many faces. Two of which are the loss of an addiction or of a loved one. Some see them as one in the same. Today we talk about both. Genesis 35:19-21

Difficult days and things can bring out qualities in you that otherwise might not have surfaced, like courage, faith and your need for others. There are also good, truth-filled thoughts to dwell on like "this too shall pass" and "no problem lasts forever. We are all experiencing the chaos of the world together and today we are here to encourage you! 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

YOU ARE LOVED! Today you'll discover that once you learn to see yourself as God sees you then you'll have the courage to believe who you really are in Christ and that you ARE loved, especially by God! John 3:16-17

Need to see God move in your life? We've discovered that when we are playing it safe and thinking too much about ourselves life seems "me"diocre? So are you playing it safe and not taking risks with God? He loves you and wants you to take risks with Him all the time! Discover the one thing that can forfeit the adventure of you seeing God move in your life. Hebrews 10:23

It is true! You are powerless to change certain things, people, and the past. But, WHEN you surrender to God's will over your own, you'll receive His power to stop allowing it to affect you, your thoughts, and your life's purpose. So give yourself permission to quit! It's God's plan that will succeed anyway because He's still large and in charge. We discuss giving up the illusion that you have control and how to trust your Heavenly Father who loves you! Proverbs 19:21

Many people are experiencing trials, depression, grief, and difficulties on all levels. But there are still wonderful things going on that bring joy. If this sounds too good to be true, hang on because in this episode you'll discover where to find find joy that comforts and lasts during difficult times. James 1:2-4

Is your back up against the wall? Are you in between a rock and a hard place? Can you not win for loosing? Does it seem like no matter what decision you make it will be a bad one? Stay encouraged. God can make a way even though there seems to be none. We have seen Him do it for us and He will for you too! I Chronicles 21:13