What if a simple gift could speak volumes about your love and commitment? Discover the power of gifts as profound symbols of love in our brief reading of Gary Chapman's Love Language Minute devotional, focusing on the theme for October 25th, "Gifts as Symbols of Love." This episode offers a heartfelt look into how these tangible tokens can reassure our partners of their importance in our lives. We navigate the emotional significance of gifts, much like the Israelites' offerings in Exodus, and their potential to fill love tanks and strengthen marital bonds.

Join us as we read the day's prayer and consider the impact of thoughtful gestures. Whether it's a small token from a trip or remembering a special day, understanding the love language of receiving gifts can transform your relationship. We challenge you to communicate your love more effectively, ensuring your loved ones feel cherished and prioritized. Tune in for an enriching episode that will deepen your understanding of love languages and enhance your connection with your spouse.

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Have you ever considered the true depth of the Lord's Prayer and what it means to call God our perfect Heavenly Father? This episode takes you on a spiritual exploration of these central Christian tenets, guiding you through an intimate understanding of our role in manifesting God's will on earth, akin to joining the “family business”.

I delve into the layers of “daily bread”, urging you to look beyond mere physical sustenance and embrace the full spectrum of spiritual and practical nourishment essential for a life anchored in the teachings of Christ.

Together, we'll uncover the profound impact of viewing every aspect of our existence, from our careers to our talents, as a testament to God's providence and our duty to mirror His love and grace in the world.

As your guide, I extend a heartfelt invitation to this spiritual podcast experience, where the power of scripture and prayer unite us in our communal journey of faith. This episode is an opportunity for us to strengthen our collective resolve and find solace in our shared devotion. Ending with a recitation of the Lord's Prayer, we seek not just to nurture our individual spirits but to fortify the bonds that hold us together in faith.
Join me for a time of gratitude, reflection, and connection, as we reinforce our beliefs and celebrate the teachings of Christ that guide our shared path.
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Matthew 6:9-14

9 After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

10 Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

11 Give us this day our daily bread.

12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

14 For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:
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Exodus 20:7

7 Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.
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Matthew 18:3

3 And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.

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When the waves of grief washed over me more than a decade after my father's passing, I was caught in the riptide of sorrow when I least expected it. It's with these personal, often raw moments in mind that we bring you our latest bonus episode, hoping to touch hearts and offer solace to those who have experienced the sting of loss. 

With the diverse perspectives of Tolstoy's reflection on love and grief, to the grounding words of Joan Didion on our complicated mortality, we seek to provide a beacon of hope and understanding. 

We don't pretend to have all the answers, but together, we traverse the rugged terrain of mourning, finding comfort in shared experiences and the promise of healing that time brings.
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Illustration by Elena Kaminskaia

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Embark on an enlightening odyssey through the Book of Revelation, where the shadow of fear is replaced by the radiance of hope as we anticipate the triumphant return of Jesus.   This series is an invitation to witness the profound connection between Jesus' parting words to His apostles and the vivid prophecies that offer solace and guidance. We'll unpack the powerful symbols that echo through time—the seven stars and candlesticks, the keys to life and death held by Jesus Himself—and how these images inspire a steadfast journey of faith.  As we see the ascension of Jesus and His promise of the Holy Spirit, feel the comforting embrace of the scripture, promising victory in Christ for every believer.

Journey with me as we seek out the blessings promised to those who read, hear, cherish this text. Let's embrace the scripture's transformative power, drawing us ever closer to the divine, and let our session be a catalyst for reflection, prayer, and a life led with love and purpose. There are no guests in this episode—just an impactful conversation, ready to uplift and guide your path as you navigate the complexities of life with a heart aligned toward God's eternal wisdom.

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Genesis Chapter 5
1 This is the book of the generations of Adam. In the day that God created man, in the likeness of God made he him;

2 Male and female created he them; and blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created.

3 And Adam lived an hundred and thirty years, and begat a son in his own likeness, and after his image; and called his name Seth:

4 And the days of Adam after he had begotten Seth were eight hundred years: and he begat sons and daughters:

5 And all the days that Adam lived were nine hundred and thirty years: and he died.

6 And Seth lived an hundred and five years, and begat Enos:

7 And Seth lived after he begat Enos eight hundred and seven years, and begat sons and daughters:

8 And all the days of Seth were nine hundred and twelve years: and he died.

9 And Enos lived ninety years, and begat Cainan:

10 And Enos lived after he begat Cainan eight hundred and fifteen years, and begat sons and daughters:

11 And all the days of Enos were nine hundred and five years: and he died.

12 And Cainan lived seventy years and begat Mahalaleel:

13 And Cainan lived after he begat Mahalaleel eight hundred and forty years, and begat sons and daughters:

14 And all the days of Cainan were nine hundred and ten years: and he died.

15 And Mahalaleel lived sixty and five years, and begat Jared:

16 And Mahalaleel lived after he begat Jared eight hundred and thirty years, and begat sons and daughters:

17 And all the days of Mahalaleel were eight hundred ninety and five years: and he died.

18 And Jared lived an hundred sixty and two years, and he begat Enoch:

19 And Jared lived after he begat Enoch eight hundred years, and begat sons and daughters:

20 And all the days of Jared were nine hundred sixty and two years: and he died.

21 And Enoch lived sixty and five years, and begat Methuselah:

22 And Enoch walked with God after he begat Methuselah three hundred years, and begat sons and daughters:

23 And all the days of Enoch were three hundred sixty and five years:

24 And Enoch walked with God: and he was not; for God took him.

25 And Methuselah lived an hundred eighty and seven years, and begat Lamech.

26 And Methuselah lived after he begat Lamech seven hundred eighty and two years, and begat sons and daughters:

27 And all the days of Methuselah were nine hundred sixty and nine years: and he died.

28 And Lamech lived an hundred eighty and two years, and begat a son:

29 And he called his name Noah, saying, This same shall comfort us concerning our work and toil of our hands, because of the ground which the Lord hath cursed.

30 And Lamech lived after he begat Noah five hundred ninety and five years, and begat sons and daughters:

31 And all the days of Lamech were seven hundred seventy and seven years: and he died.

32 And Noah was five hundred years old: and Noah begat Shem, Ham, and Japheth.

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Hebrews 11:1
Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. 

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Live every day with intention!  Tomorrow is not promised!

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