The Nitty Gritty

Thanks for joining us today on The Nitty Gritty as we walk together toward a healthy, thriving life with Jesus.

In EP 36 we share how God has healed us in various ways and what He has shown us as we walk out healthy living for us and our families. 

In this episode you will:

• Reframe our perspective to Chase our Creator, not our goals. God is the Great Physician and doctors, naturopaths, supplements, etc are His assistants

• Receive tips to make healthier choices

• Learn God has designed your body uniquely and wonderfully

• Ask yourself am I surrendering my health to the Lord

• Redirect your focus to Jesus

Devotional Quote: “We need to be brutally honest about our motives…Becoming healthy isn’t about looking a certain way or performing at a certain level.” Becoming Healthy Humans by Life Church on YouVersion Bible App

Healthy tips from Schell and Danielle:

• A healthy day starts the night before, getting enough sleep is key

• Start with Jesus-prayer, ask (“God, what do you want me to know today?”), listen, read Bible

• Tall glass of warm water

• Good quality protein

• Family devotionals

• Family connection

• The only formula: ask, pause, listen

• Listen to your body-changes, hormones, foods

• Use moderation

• Ask: What is my relationship with food?

Scriptures referenced:

Matthew 15:11- It is not food that defiles you

Daniel 1:8-20- Daniel refraining from food

Matthew 6:25- “Do not worry about your life…”

1 Corinthians 10:23- “Everything is permissible, but not everything is beneficial”

John 6:35- Hunger and thirst for Jesus

1 Corinthians 9:27 Discipline our bodies to be equipped for the work of God

Podcast recommendations:

Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark-The Church’s Biblical Role in Promoting Health and Wellness

Designed To Heal

We want to hear from you

What does a healthy day look like for you?

In The Nitty Gritty Podcast EP 35: TRUST…the process-Part 2, Schell and Danielle pick up the conversation on trust and discuss what it means to trust God, surrender, and apply God's word in the moments that seem so ugly, hidden, and impossible to face.

What does it mean to trust God?

Trust is not the belief that Jesus is the Savior of the world; its believing He is the Savior of every moment.

What is true surrender?

Lay it all out there. Be honest with yourself. Be honest with God. Sit and be with Him.

Surrender requires God

How do we discern God’s voice?

God’s words are always supported by God’s Word, Scripture. He does not contradict Himself.

Our thoughts are usually determined from past experiences and emotions.

The enemy’s voice brings shame, confusion, and condemnation.

Scriptures:

• 1 Corinthians 12:3, Romans 10:17- Faith from Holy Spirit
• Psalm 118:24- "This is the day the Lord has made."
• James 1:5 - Ask for wisdom.  
• Hebrews 13:8-16- He is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
• Matthew 7:7-12- Ask, Seek, Knock
• Ephesians 3:1-9- mystery of Christ, revelation through the Holy Spirit
• Romans 12:3-8- We have different gifts through the Holy Spirit
• James 3:17- Wisdom comes from the Lord

Book/ Bible Study :

Discerning the Voice of God, By: Priscilla Shirer

In Ep:34 Trust...The Process Part 1 The Nitty Gritty is flipping the script from "trust the process" to "the process of trusting God".

In this episode, you will:

- discover the only way to show up as your real, authentic self is preparation with Jesus.

- learn Jesus is not just the Savior of the world, He's the Savior of every moment.

Scripture:

Exodus 4- What ordinary thing (resource) does God (The Source) want to use for His extraordinary?

John 4:28- What can we let go of in order to grab hold of Jesus?

Philippians 1:21- "To live is Christ and to die is gain..."

What does it mean to "empty ourselves"?

This is more precisely, what is getting in the way?

-criticism

-busy schedule

-worry

-sin

How do we empty ourselves?

1. Read God's Word

2. Ask Holy Spirit to reveal it (uncover it)

3. Be hungry for God

4. Trust

What happens when it's not excited or we feel forsaken?

"maintain the vital connection"

Book/Devotional Suggestion:

My Utmost for His Highest By: Oswald Chambers

The Nitty Gritty welcomes Jody Defries--Daughter of the King, wife to 1, mother of 8, and friend to all--as she walks us through how God delivered her from white-knuckling her life. God replaced the intrusive, invasive thoughts with hearing the angels singing, "You are a child of God".

Friends, get ready to be blessed. You won't want to miss this one!

What is Deliverance?

Freedom.

Our soul is like a suitcase. We acquire "dirty socks" that end up hidden in different compartments. Whether sins we've done or sins against us, we have soul wounds. (paraphrase)

-Soul Care, By: Dr. Rob Riemer

What do we need deliverance from?

(just a few we mentioned)

• infirmity
• sexual abuse
• addictions
• codependency
• soul wounds
• perfectionism
• shame
• occult

Why do we need others to help deliver us?

It's like a care team putting a game plan together. People that have experience and knowledge that we don't have who, by God's revelation and wisdom, through prayer and fasting, can see the perspective, hear words of knowledge, etc. to speak directly into the situation.

Scriptures:

Psalm 119:11- hiding God's Word in your heart

Luke 10- Mary & Martha

Ephesians 5:23-33- husbands have biblical authority

1 Thessalonians 5:23- spirit, soul, body

Ephesians 6-spiritual authority

James 5:16-confessing sins to one another

Proverbs 18:21- speak life

Tips to reading scripture and making it attainable:

1. Read a chapter a day.

2. If a verse stands out, write it down.

3. Memorize it

Memorizing Scripture with Your Kids

1. Pick a verse that starts with a letter of the alphabet-one letter per week.

2. Write the verse on an index card, place it on the meal table and take it out once/day

Quotable Moments:

"Deliverance isn't a cure-all. You have to do the daily Christian walk." -Jody Defries

"The best thing you can do is live your faith in front of your kids." -Jody Defries

Other sources:

Armor of God, Priscilla Shirer

Join Schell and Danielle in The Nitty Gritty Season 3 Finale: Look Up-Selah

As we remember to ask,

What does God have for me right now, in this moment?

What does God’s Word say about my real life experiences?

How is the Holy Spirit activated through my circumstances?

In this episode you will:

Scriptures by topic:

Pleasing man or God-Galatians 1:10

God is your defender-Deuteronomy 32:4, Romans 12:19

God allows suffering- John 16:33, 2 Corinthians 4:8-10

Die to flesh Romans 8:13-15

Draw me to you, God- Psalm 73:28

Purify my heart Psalm 51:7-17

The joy of the Lord is my strength- Nehemiah 8:10

Fruit of the spirit- Galatians 5:22-23

You won’t get burned walking-Isaiah 43:2

The joy set before him- Hebrews 12:2

Thy kingdom come-Matthew 6:10

Consider others-Philippians 2:3-5

Restore to me the joy of your salvation- Psalm 51:12

Wonderful Counselor- Isaiah 9:6

Scripture referenced:

“Through our faith, the mighty power of God constantly guards us until our full salvation is ready to be revealed in the last time. May the thought of this cause you to jump for joy, even though lately you’ve had to put up with the grief of many trials. But these only reveal the sterling core of your faith, which is far more valuable than gold that perishes, for even gold is refined by fire. Your authentic faith will result in even more praise, glory, and honor when Jesus the Anointed One is revealed.”

‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭1‬:‭5‬-‭7‬ ‭TPT‬‬

“... You silence the uproar of foreigners; as heat is reduced by the shadow of a cloud, so the song of the ruthless is stilled.”

‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭25‬:‭5‬ ‭NIV‬‬

“Yahweh’s ransomed ones will return with glee to Zion. They will enter with a song of rejoicing and be crowned with everlasting joy. Ecstatic joy will overwhelm them; weariness and grief will disappear!”

‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭35‬:‭10‬ ‭TPT‬‬

“She smiles at her future.”  Proverbs 31:25 (paraphrased)

Book:

Life’s Healing Choices- John Baker

Songs: 

The Father’s House by Cory Asbury

4th Man by Jonathan David Helser and Melissa Helser

Jesus Is the Answer by Andraé Crouch

Whose Report Shall You Believe By Ron Kenoly

For Unto Us a Child is Born Link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQN9oCTHtSc

Click here for Resource for Selah

How do I show compassion?

The Nitty Gritty welcomes guest Erica Lopez as she shares how God rescued her from the pain of abuse, identity confusion, and addiction. Join us in this super relatable episode as we hear Erica's heart wrenching testimony that will fill you with hope, comfort, freedom and practical application to living a life in relationship with Jesus.

Scripture by topic:

Rema word- The Holy Spirit brought scripture alive for Erica’s specific situation when she asked God if she should stay or go-Matthew 10

Scripture Quoted:

“Come let us magnify the Lord together…”-Psalm 34:3

Biblical truths mentioned and scriptures for more study:

Dying to self-Romans 8:13

God wants to:

God sees everything about you- Genesis 16:13

All you have to do is receive- Ephesians 2:8-10

God took the punishment because He loves you-Isaiah 53:5

God puts everything back to order-John 14:27

Names of God:

Episode 30: Clay Jars from Dust

*sensitive content may not be suitable for young listeners

We welcome Lauren Fisher on the Nitty Gritty as she shares how her life disciplines to "be ready. stay ready," held her steady when her life crumbled around her. Get ready to enter into a place of rest as she shares the wisdom God poured into her in the midst of trauma and grief.

Scriptures by topic:

God hates divorce

Malachi 2:16

Consecration

Exodus 29:35

Search my heart

Psalm 139:23-24

He will turn your tears into joy

Jeremiah 31:13, John 16:20

God got angry

Numbers 16:32

Jesus got angry

In your anger, don't sin

Ephesians 4:26-27

Luke 21

He is the potter

Isaiah 64:8

Scriptures:

Psalm 34:8- "Taste and see that the LORD is good..."

Just because we wrestle with God does not negate our love Him. -Lauren

The only way you can experience the whole essence of God is by bringing your whole self to Him. -Danielle

You can experience both joy AND sadness. It doesn’t have to be either/or it can be both/and. We can live free with Jesus without shame. Bring it ALL to Jesus!! -Schell (paraphrased)

Practical steps to take when you’re angry:

-go for a run

-listen to worship music

-take it to God

-validate self “it’s ok to be angry”

-have compassion on yourself, tell yourself “it’s ok”

-Repeat: “Your will. Your way. I trust you.”

The Simple—Not Easy—Answer

Join our conversation with the lovely Sarah Redding. She invites us into her story of divorce and shares how God used this pain to reshape her identity by guiding her through His Word by His Spirit.

*Some of this content may not be suitable for young audiences.

In this episode you will:

Explore questions like:

How do I pray about it?

How do I discern God’s will?

Is it biblically ok to get divorced?

How do I talk to my kids about it?

How do I cultivate peace in the home?

Scripture by topic:

Sexual immorality

Unbelieving spouse

Mosaic laws about certificate of divorce

God hates divorce

Choosing Sin; Grace

Jesus dealing with the devil

Letting go of sin

Anxiousness 

Take thoughts captive

Discerning wise counsel

Our trials are useful-Comfort from Christ 

Terms defined in Sarah’s words:

Justification-point at which Christ saves us from being an enemy of God to being a friend of God (Romans 6:11, Romans 8:10)

Sanctification- Life long process where you are alive but now you have to live. (1 Peter 2:3, John 15:26)

“Fear is never a reason to not do something or to do something.” -Sarah Redding 

4 Steps to peace when facing a hard decision:

Schell & Danielle welcome guest Dana Johnson as she shares how God directed her steps after the loss of her husband when he tragically took his own life. We welcome you on this journey of joy, healing, compassion, and Blooming Through the Thorns.

Dana shares how:

Scripture:

Proverbs 3:5-6 (NKJV)

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.

Isaiah 55:8-9 (NIV)

Proverbs 19:21 (AMP) "Many plans are in a man's mind, but its the Lord's purpose for Him that will stand and be carried out."

Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV) "The Joy of the Lord is [my] strength." (adapted)

Mark 9:24 (ESV) "Help my unbelief."

For more encouragement from Dana Johnson, you can connect with & follow her on Instagram @danadaughteroftheking .

-Some of the contents of this testimony may not be suitable for young listeners.

-Sensitive topics are discussed that may trigger some intense feelings. We invite you at any point to pause this episode and revisit when it feels safe for you to continue listening.

How do we support those experiencing loss?

How do we process grief?

How do we talk about difficult topics?

What is helpful? What is not?

How do you experience joy after something so tragic?

Scripture:

John 10:27-28 "My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me..."

2 Corinthians 4:14-18-

14 knowing that He who raised the Lord Jesus will also raise us with Jesus, and will present us with you. 15 For all things are for your sakes, so that grace, having spread to more and more people, will cause thanksgiving to overflow to the glory of God.

16 Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer person is decaying, yet our inner person is being renewed day by day. 17 For our momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison, 18 while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal."

Jesus is acquainted with grief- Isaiah 53

the hope of things unseen- Hebrews 11:1-3

streets of gold & pearls on the gates of heaven

-Revelation 21:21

Fix your eyes- Hebrews 12:2

Hope-1 John 5:13-14

Holy Spirit is our Comforter- John 14:26

Quote:

"There is sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more powerfully than