What a great day to discuss comparison, jealousy, and envy, right? Listen in to this podcast for real life examples and Biblical backing to why we ought not be reaching out for/jealous of things that were never meant for us. As we have been crafted in the image of God, we were all intentionally created by God with individual purposes for our lives. There genuinely is no need to seek what others have when the Father holds the plans for our personal lives individually.

Happy Saturday everyone! No matter if you are driving in the car or racking up the miles on the treadmill, this episode is great for all ears to hear. As we discuss Jesus' response to Pharisees recorded in Luke 17, we see God's call for us to not look back at the sinful things we have come from. Easier said than done but definitely a calling that will never lose its value.

I am a firm believer that the Lord consistently does work behind the scenes and in the soil of each of our lives. Sometimes the thing that He does can at first be unrecognizable or unusual, but that does not diminish the value of the new thing sprouting in your life. I pray that you leave this podcast with more assurance that the Lord is faithful in doing good for His kingdom and those who love Him. We just happen to be the blessed hands and feet that live out the individualized purpose He has for each of us in pursuit of His good.

Wait, the Bible talks about a queen who saved some Jews?! Absolutely it does! Elizabeth Sullivan joins us to day to give us an in depth outlook on queen Esther. Elizabeth's wisdom on this book of the Bible provides us with the gospel lens connecting points of this story to the story of Christ. This is definitely a podcast worth the listen and I pray the Lord gives you ears to hear His truth throughout this discussion.

What an honor it is to have my new friend Erin hop on this podcast to share her renewal story with the Lord! Jumping straight into the nitty, gritty, Erin discusses how her discovery of relationship with Christ changed the whole trajectory of her coping skills and social activities. Erin praises the Lord for her baptism into new life with God where substance abuse and fruitless friendships are no longer written into her story. As you will hear, this all started by a faithful believer sharing a copy of the Lord's word with Erin after intentional discussions.

HEY! BEFORE YOU LISTEN TO THIS please go check out the "JAMES BACKGROUND" podcast (10 mins) posted to accompany this interview. However, here we are for another Faith Share Friday!! Sarah Trader and I leap into the words of James and apply that into how we are to live for Christ now. Please take a listen and maybe even learn something new about James.

Howdy! Please listen to this podcast before you go to listen the interview with Sarah Trader. You just might learn something important that will help with your understanding of what is discussed on this week's Faith Share Friday Episode. Here you will just tack on some background information about who James is and why his written book of the Bible is worth valuing/understanding.

Raise your hand if you are a master of being patient! My gut tells me that most believers in Christ would not be quick to shoot their hand in the air at this statement. This patience that is asked of us in Colossians 3:12 tends to be something that we continually work through. Lucky for us, Leah Davis hits the mic with me today to dive into this topic. Starting the interview off with Lamentations 3:17-27, Leah sets the tone that directs the rest of our very fruitful conversation. Take a listen to learn a little more about patience in itself and the way that has been working in my friend's life recently.

Another interview is in the books as we chat with Audrey McAlpine about a typically avoided topic. Please take a listen as we discuss the benefits of setting God-honoring boundaries within your life. With effects such as seeking the Lord more, building healthier relationships, having intentional friendships, etc., we see that boundaries are such a vital part of living a disciplined life.

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