With all that’s going on in the news, it’s hard to quiet all the voices sometimes. But what our souls desperately need is to connect with God every day. He alone is worthy of our worship, so let’s give him the attention he deserves. 

“In a loud voice they were saying: ‘Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!’” Revelation‬ ‭5:12‬ ‭ 

Trillia Newbell’s Instagram Post https://www.instagram.com/p/CBRXeTHpAJI/?igshid=1ourajc22shlh 

The Screwtape Letters https://www.christianbook.com/the-screwtape-letters-c-s-lewis/9780060652937/pd/52934 

For a transcript of this episode, visit https://refinepodcast.wordpress.com/2020/06/17/episode-08-god-is-worthy/ 

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In a world calling for change, we can rely on our Redeemer who makes all things new. He will change our hearts and lives, and he will redeem this broken world.

“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.” Ephesians 2:8-9

Hannah Anderson’s book All That’s Good

Journeywomen Podcast Episode 74: The Will of God with Jen Wilkin

For a transcript of this episode, visit https://refinepodcast.wordpress.com/2020/06/06/episode-07-jesus-is-the-redeemer/

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Hooray for the first episode in my “Friends Matter” series! Friends have a big impact on our spiritual lives, so I am going to interview some of my real life friends and share our conversations with you. In this first episode, I chat with my husband, Sean McGuire.

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“I know God is good, but can I really trust him?” I wrestled with that thought for years. The answer is a resounding YES! And when we learn to trust God, we have more hope.

“God is not man, that he should lie, or a son of man, that he should change his mind. Has he said, and will he not do it? Or has he spoken, and will he not fulfill it?” Numbers 23:19-20

Lysa TerKeurst’s book It’s Not Supposed To Be This Way https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/instbtw

For a transcript of this episode, visit https://refinepodcast.wordpress.com/2020/05/24/episode-05-god-is-trustworthy/

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We all walk through various kinds of suffering. How should we handle the stress? Let’s follow Jesus’ example and give all our worries and cares to God.

“Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.’” Matthew‬ ‭16:24‬

For a transcript of this episode, visit https://refinepodcast.wordpress.com/2020/05/16/episode-04-jesus-was-brave/

For BONUS material on being present, visit https://refinepodcast.wordpress.com/2020/05/16/bonus-material-be-present/

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Links from this episode:

Hannah Anderson’s book All That’s Good https://www.moodypublishers.com/books/current-issues/all-thats-good/

One Minute Pause app https://www.pauseapp.com

It’s graduation time again, but all the big events have been cancelled. So let’s celebrate with the Class of 2020 and think about what plans God might have for our lives!

“Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 29:12-13

This episode is dedicated to my brother who graduates this year with his MBA.

For a transcript of this episode, visit https://refinepodcast.wordpress.com/2020/05/10/episode-03-seek-the-lord-a-celebration-of-graduation/

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Here’s some really good news—the brokenness of this world is limited, and God’s goodness is eternal! Let’s practice maintaining an eternal perspective as we face the challenges of today. 

“Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me. There is more than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am. And you know the way to where I am going.” John 14:1-4 

Check out some BONUS material on the topic of "God's curse" at https://refinepodcast.wordpress.com/2020/05/04/bonus-material-gods-curse-in-romans-820/

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At times it may feel like God is far away, but today’s episode reminds us that we can draw near to the throne of grace anytime. Jesus cares about all that we have going on in our lives, and he is always ready to hear from us.

“Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:14-16

For a transcript of this episode, visit https://refinepodcast.wordpress.com/2020/04/28/episode-01-jesus-cares-for-you/

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Whether you are well-acquainted with Jesus or just starting to explore your faith, the Refine Podcast is here to encourage you along the way. My goal is to help refine our understanding of who God is and be refined by his work in our lives. In each episode, I’ll focus on one facet of God’s character and offer an application to live in the joy he brings. Together we will consider Scripture and our every day experiences to see how God is revealing himself around us. Growing is hard to do alone, so listen in while you drive to work, fold the laundry, or take a jog, and let's follow Jesus better together.

For a transcript of this episode, visit https://refinepodcast.wordpress.com/2020/04/28/refine-podcast-intro/

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