Every year, millions of men and women stand before friends and family to pledge their lifelong love to each other. Do they know what they’re getting into?
 
Unfortunately, many people have a shallow, superficial idea of what marriage is. As a result, many marriages don’t last, and many more married couples are trudging along looking for something more.

Bob Lepine spent 30+ years as the co-host for the popular radio program: Family Life Today. He has interviewed countless marriage experts. As a pastor, author and speaker Bob is ready to share with you. 

Bob says, "If you don't tend to your marriage it will drift." In this episode learn practical ways husbands and wives can resist the drift that is a natural part of married life. Learn to love like you mean it for a loving marriage that lasts a lifetime.

Bio:

Radio and podcast listeners know Bob Lepine as the co-host of FamilyLife Today®, FamilyLife’s nationally syndicated radio program. He is the author of LOVE LIKE YOU MEAN IT - The Heart of a Marriage That Honors God  and “The Christian Husband” (1999). Bob is also the on air announcer for “Truth for Life” with Alistair Begg. 

Bob also serves on the Board of Directors for National Religious Broadcasters. Since 2008 Bob has served as an elder and teaching pastor at Redeemer Community Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. Today he is the host of Mornings on Family Radio, heard on a network of more than 70 radio stations in the US. He is also the ost of The Bounce podcast for pastors and church planters.

Bob and his wife, Mary Ann have five children and nine grandchildren.

Book:
Love Like You Mean It gives husbands and wives a biblical understanding of what real love looks like in marriage by unpacking the ten attributes of genuine love listed in 1 Corinthians 13. Bob Lepine, marriage and family expert and host of the nationally syndicated radio program FamilyLife Today, helps husbands and wives discover that it’s not primarily emotions that define marital love, but actions and decisions that fuel emotions and cause marital love to grow.

Every person who is married, would like to be married one day, or wants to understand more about the biblical vision of marriage will find what they’re looking for as they dive deep into Love Like You Mean It.

Bob's books include: Build a Stronger Marriage, Twelve Things You (Probably) Didn't Know About Easter, The Four Emotions of Christmas, The Christian Husband, and the Book we are discussing today:
LOVE LIKE YOU MEAN IT - The Heart of a Marriage That Honors God

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

On this Guest Cast Episode, Rhonda Stoppe was invited to share her WOW God Story where it first aired on: The Unfolding Podcast.
Listen to this and other amazing WOW God stories by subscribing to The Unfolding Podcast.
"In everything, give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." These words from 1 Thessalonians 5:18 came to mind for Rhonda at her breaking point as her son battled severe epilepsy. Through heartbreak and surrender, she discovered how God brought purpose and beauty even in the hardest moments.

Books Mentioned:
Moms Raising Sons to Be Men

with Meridith Foster

God’s story has been unfolding since the beginning of time and he invites you to be a part of it. Join Meridith Foster each week to hear God’s unfolding story in the lives of His people. Follow along with us and gain encouragement and insight into how God is shaping your story.

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

Our Guest today is Jessica Van Roekel. She is the author of the book: Reframing Rejection -

Are you constantly twist yourself into knots trying to please everyone around you? It's time to break free from the chains of insecurity and embrace the life you were meant to live. Jessica Van Roekel offers a transformative journey from the suffocating grip of people pleasing to the exhilarating freedom of self acceptance. In this episode Jessica helps you  identify the 4 categories of rejection that may be holding you back. And she will offer four powerful lenses to help you reframe your rejection experience, discover God's purpose for you even in the face of setbacks.

Listen as Jessica and Rhonda discuss practical ways you can shed the exhausting burden of seeking others approval and embrace the liberating sufficiency of Jesus in your life.

Jessica says, "Imagine waking up every day feeling confident, purposeful, and free from the fear of what others think. Reframing Rejection doesn't just offer temporary solutions. It provides a road map to lasting change, empowering you to live boldly as the person God created you to be. Don't let another day slip by in the shadow of rejection.

Jessica's Book: Reframing Rejection - How Looking Through a Different Lens Changes Everything
Get your copy of Reframing Rejection today and start your journey to becoming unapologetically you.

Website: WelcomeGrace.com
FREE Resources:

•  7 Hebrew words of praise. 
•  1 page download, Finding Wisdom from Philippians to reframe the 4 different types of rejection. 
• 3 day Reframing Rejection Challenge - Video Teaching and a Downloadable Worksheet to walk you through your past, present, and future.
• Grace Notes Newsletter
  
  

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

Join us for this incredibly insightful conversation with my friend and best selling author, Kathi Lipp. Just in time for the holiday hustle, Kathi's book Sabbath Soup is the resource you need to enjoy the holidays with family and friends - without regrets.

Bio:
Kathi Lipp is a Publisher's Weekly bestselling author of 20 books, including The Accidental Homesteader, Clutter Free, and The Husband Project; she has had articles published in national media, including Woman's World as part of their “Ask the Experts” feature, Today's Christian Woman, Proverbs 31 Ministries, Crosswalk.com, Discipleship Journal and many others. She is a
busy conference and retreat speaker, currently speaking each year to thousands of women throughout the United States. Kathi and her husband, Roger, live in California and are the parents of four young adults.
Order Kathi's Book: Sabbath Soup - Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest.

FREE - 4 Weekly Meal Plans: https://a.co/d/8KfAyVk

SabbathSoup.com
Books Mentioned:

• Sabbath Soup
• The Accidental Homesteader
• Clutter Free - What Jesus Has to Say About Your Stuff 
• The Christmas Project Planner - Super Simple Steps to Organize for the Holidays 

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

"Help My Troubled Teen" with Crisis Expert, Trace Embry. Don't miss this incredibly practical conversation with teen with Expert_ Trace Embry.

BIO:

Trace Embry is the Co-founder & Director of Shepherd's Hill Academy (SHA), a Christian nature-based, therapeutic residential program, as well as a private accredited school for troubled teenagers.  He has over 30 years experience working with families of troubled teens.  All aspects of the ministry operate using solid biblical principles to address life’s issues.

Trace's previous background is in Law Enforcement, Entrepreneurship, and Christian Education.  He is the radio program Host of “License to Parent with Trace Embry.”  giving Insight for Today’s Culture and biblical guidance to parents of hurting families and struggling teenagers. "License to Parent with Trace Embry" is a member of the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB).

Trace is the Author of the book “The Miracles of Shepherd's Hill-An Extraordinary Odyssey of Divine Interventions” which is a true account of his divinely inspired vision and his family’s journey of radical faith during the founding of Shepherd’s Hill Academy. 

RESOURCES & MENTIONS:
License to Parent Episode with Rhonda Stoppe - Moms Raising Men
Moms Raising Sons to Be Men

Common Teen Issues

4 Ways Shepherd's Hill Academy Helps Troubled Teens

Location:
2200 Price Road Martin, Georgia 30557 (706) 779-5766

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

Today's election is critical to the biblical values we hold dear. Yet, in a post by Focus on the Family it stated that 32 million Christian won't be voting this time around.
In this short but impactful episode, Rhonda Stoppe shares important insights for you to consider. Please don't be one of the 32 million who sits this one out. #govote #vote #2024election #voteyourvalues #biblicalvalues #oldladiesknowstuff

Article Mentioned:
Author: Ken Ham Blog, AnswersinGenesis.org
The Bible-Believing Christian’s Privilege to Vote & Pray

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

Rhonda Stoppe has been a pastor's wife for more than 30 years. She's learned a few things along the way. With October being "Pastor Appreciation Month" it is tempting to think signing a card, adding a little money to donate toward the annual appreciation gift, but really that's not what your pastor wants from you.

The sweetest way to encourage your pastor's shepherd heart is to live out your faith in a way that brings glory to Christ. To love him genuinely, consider how you might help support his family's financial needs, but more importantly, grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ.

With the sorrowful news of the moral failure of headline pastors, remember how much Satan wants to destroy the ministry of your minister. You can support him by diligently praying for him, for his marriage and for his children. Ask God to protect your pastor from Satan's schemes, and to guard his heart, mind and life.

And finally, SHOW UP! Go to church. Take notes. Listen. Learn. Adjust your life to what your pastor is teaching you. Join small groups. Serve others - don't expect the pastor to do all the work. Use your gifts in your local church to support your church family. And walk in the joy of the Lord. Because the Joy of the Lord is your strength!

You can buy a copy of Rhonda's ebook for Pastor's Wives and gift it to your pastor's wife as a devotional resource to help her in her unique ministry as Minister to the Minister. I Sleep With The Pastor - 52 Week Devotional for Pastor's Wives.

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

Bob Smiley - Your friend & Mine joins us today on this episode of Old Ladies Know Stuff.

Author/Podcast:
The Average Boy books, and Clubhouse Articles. And The Official Average Boy Podcast is aimed at making your kids laugh while encouraging them to be the best God created them to be.

In this episode, Bob tells stories from his Average Boy life, including some of his embarrassing dating moments. And the insights Bob shares from being a single dad to his sons are super encouraging. Bob never expected to be a single dad. But he and his sons found that The Joy of the Lord helped them find the humor in the most unexpected times - like when they realized they were finally allowed to use whatever towels in the house that they wanted!  Join us as Bob shares super funny stories to help you LOL because the Joy of the Lord is your strength!

And watch for Bob's 3rd Dry Comedy Bar Special - Coming Soon!

Here is a link to watch his other Dry Comedy Bar Specials: 

• Don't Worry You're Just Hungry
• Longest Running Dad Joke

Bob's 2024 Tour Dates:

BIO:
Comedian Bob Smiley has been doing standup for over 25 years all over the United States and Arkansas.  He’s written 4 books for Focus on the Family under the series he created called “The Adventure’s of Average Boy”.  The books, as well as “The Average Boy Podcast” are aimed at making kids laugh while encouraging them to be the best God created them to be.  Bob is also very good at mowing and has a massive hotel shampoo collection.

Book Bob for your next event!

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

Becoming the Mom You Meant to Be. You know, the mom who was going to be super fun, patient and kind. Yes. Her. For most of us, that momma gets lost along the way somewhere between hormonal imbalances, sleepless nights, toddler tantrums and teenaged mood swings. But you are not alone, my friend. Rhonda Stoppe has been there - along with countless other mothers down through the ages.

With biblical insights, laugh out loud moments, and real stories from Rhonda's life, this episode will inspire, uplift, and encourage you.

Please listen and share this episode with your momma friends.

Rhonda's Books:
Moms Raising Sons to Be Men
The Marriage Mentor - Becoming the Couple You Long to Be
Real Life Romance
If My Husband Would Change I'd Be Happy & Other Myths Wives Believe

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

What's your Prayer Personality? Janet McHenry unpacks incredible biblical insights and inspiration from the different prayer personalities of Bible characters.

Some say you should have a prayer closet and go there every day for an hour to pray. Some say you should write all your prayers out in a journal. And some say you should keep an organized notebook for all prayer requests others give you.

But none of this feels like you. 

Perhaps it's time to step away from the shoulds and discover a praying lifestyle that syncs with your God-given personality.

In Praying Personalities Janet McHenry explores biblical praying styles, numerous personality assessments, learning styles, the spiritual differences of the generations, and spiritual gifts to help you find a praying lifestyle that makes sense for you and the life you lead. 

Prayer personality survey:
Janet's Prayer School
Janet's Books

Bio:

Janet McHenry is a national speaker and the author of 27 books, including the bestselling PrayerWalk (WaterBrook) and The Complete Guide to the Prayers of Jesus (Bethany House). She directs the prayer ministries at The Bridge Church in Reno and serves on the California leadership team for the National Day of Prayer. The leader of the hundreds-strong Bible Girls and a long-time prayerwalker, Janet has helped others foster a hope-filled, purposeful lifestyle built on prayer and God's Word. Find out more and find all of Janet's resources at JanetMcHenry.com
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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”