What does it really mean to pray for a miracle, and why do sincere prayers sometimes seem to go unanswered? In this episode, I sit down with Anthony DeStefano to explore faith, prayer, miracles, and the tension many Christians feel between trust in God and disappointment when outcomes don't unfold as hoped. We talk about how miracles are understood in Christian theology, why anxiety can quietly undermine faith, and how prayer often requires holding paradoxes at the same time—action and surrender, courage and fear, precision and openness to God's will. Anthony draws from decades of writing, teaching, and theological reflection to offer a grounded, compassionate framework for praying with honesty, peace, and perseverance, even in suffering. If you've ever struggled with unanswered prayer or wondered how faith works in real life, I invite you to listen, reflect, and share your thoughts in the comments—and don't forget to subscribe for more thoughtful conversations on faith, meaning, and the inner life.

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What if the lessons children need most have quietly disappeared from our classrooms? In this conversation, I speak with Louise Kirk, UK Coordinator for *Alive to the World*, an international character-education program using storytelling to teach children the virtues and life skills that shape a meaningful future. Louise has spent years researching how modern sex and relationships education took root in the UK—and how a return to grounded, family-centered wisdom could restore clarity and confidence to young people today. Together, we explore the power of story, the importance of early formation, the role of parents as primary educators, and why understanding our own biology and purpose can give children deeper self-respect and healthier relationships. Find more from Louise: Alive to the World: www.alivetotheworld.co.uk Sexuality Explained: https://alivetotheworld.co.uk/product/sexuality-explained-a-guide-for-parents-and-children/ Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TammyPetersonPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammypetersonpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TammyPetersonPodcast

What if a child's entire future could change through one meaningful story? In today's conversation, I sit with Christine Vollmer, President of Provive and founder of *Alive to the World*, a remarkable values and character-education program transforming classrooms across Venezuela and far beyond. Christine shares how virtues, empathy, purpose, and emotional development can reshape the lives of children—reducing school violence, lifting young men out of bullying, and giving young girls the confidence to protect their futures. Find more from Christine: Alive to the World: https://www.alivetotheworld.org Alcatraz Project: http://www.projectalcatraz.org Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TammyPetersonPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammypetersonpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TammyPetersonPodcast

Are light frequency therapy and vibrational sound healing real tools for physical and emotional healing, or are we just beginning to understand the language of the body? In this episode, I sit down with Alvin Harbour, founder of the IVOLV wellness center, and Linda Locurto to explore their work using sound therapy, light therapy, ozone, and resonance-based healing to support the nervous system, shift biochemistry, and restore the body's ability to repair itself. Alvin shares how his vision emerged from personal loss and his drive to recreate healing through vibration, oxygen, and light, using equipment he has personally built and modified, while Linda offers insight into her role in creating a safe, womb-like healing environment and helping clients shift from fight-or-flight into parasympathetic regulation through resonance therapy. Together, we discuss how sound frequencies, vibrational tables, and emotional safety work together to support deep healing and performance optimization. Let me know your thoughts in the comments, subscribe for more conversations like this, and share this episode with anyone exploring alternative health and nervous system healing. Find more from Alvin & Linda: IVOLV Superhuman Wellness Website: https://ivolvsuperhuman.com/ Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TammyPetersonPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammypetersonpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TammyPetersonPodcast

The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Powell McNutt, Ph.D., FrHisS, is the Franklin S. Dyrness Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies at Wheaton College, IL, and an ordained minister in the Presbyterian tradition. A Fellow in the Royal Historical Society, she received her PhD from the University of St. Andrews, her MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a BA in Religious Studies from Westmont College. Noted for her award-winning teachings and writings, she has received accolades such as the Sidney E. Mead Prize and the Frank S. and Elizabeth D. Brewer Prize. Known for her prolific authorship, her upcoming book "The Mary We Forgot: What the Apostle to the Apostles Teaches the Church Today" is already a 2025 Christian Book Awards finalist. Additionally, her co-authored work "Know the Theologians" was a Christianity Today 2024 Book Awards finalist. Dr. McNutt, alongside her husband, the Rev. Dr. David McNutt, also co-edited the Oxford Handbook of the Bible and the Reformation and co-founded McNuttshell Ministries, a movement aimed at bridging the church and academy. Find more from Jennifer Powell: The Mary We Forgot: https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/553627 Website: https://jenniferpowellmcnutt.com The McNuttshell: https://substack.com/@jenniferpowellmcnutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jpowellmcnutt/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@jpowellmcnutt Ministry Website: https://mcnuttshellministries.com Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TammyPetersonPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammypetersonpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TammyPetersonPodcast

Our podcast guest is a multifaceted talent previously a stay-at-home mom, now a dinnerware designer, profound artist, and recent convert to Catholicism. She has been featured in the notable documentary "Healing Humanity". She's currently training for an astounding 500-mile pilgrimage across Spain, known as St. James The Way. Triumphing over health adversities, she has fought back from an autoimmune disorder, neurological issues including living with a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease for six years, a stroke, and hospital-acquired MRSA. Through her unwavering determination and a lifestyle change to a Keto, now Carnivore Diet, she has managed to dramatically improve her health.

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Feminism promised freedom, empowerment, and opportunity—but what has it really delivered for women? In this conversation, Tammy Peterson sits down with Andrea Mrozek, co-author of *I Do? Why Marriage Matters*, to explore how feminism has reshaped marriage, motherhood, and dating—and what's been lost along the way. Together they examine the decline of birth rates, the rise of loneliness, and the hidden costs of the revolution.

Andrea brings decades of research into family, child care, and fertility, offering a clear-eyed look at second wave feminism, women's empowerment, and the cultural changes that continue to affect relationships today. Tammy brings warmth, faith, and curiosity to a conversation that challenges us to reflect on what truly brings abundance, meaning, and love in family life.

If you've ever wondered why marriage is in decline, what the Bible says about women and family, or how feminism has shaped modern dating and motherhood, this episode will give you a perspective you won't hear anywhere else. Find more from Andrea: Wipf and Stock: https://wipfandstock.com/9781666788532/i-do/ Cardus: https://www.cardus.ca/ Twitter: https://x.com/mrozekandrea Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TammyPetersonPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammypetersonpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson

What happens when an entire generation grows up online? In this conversation, Mary Morgan joins me to explore how social media addiction has shaped Gen Z's mental health, relationships, and sense of identity. Mary reflects on getting her first smartphone at age 11, the way platforms like TikTok feed loneliness and fear, and why so many young people are struggling to find meaning beyond the algorithm.

We talk about the rise of hookup culture, the loss of real-world friendships, and how artificial intelligence is beginning to replace human connection. Mary shares her perspective as a Gen Z cultural commentator on Pop Culture Crisis, offering insight into the cultural confusion that has left so many feeling isolated.

If you've ever wondered how digital escapism, narcissism, and online trends are reshaping love, family, and faith for Gen Z, this episode will give you both clarity and hope. Join the conversation, share your thoughts in the comments, and subscribe for more episodes like this.

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Success alone doesn't satisfy the soul. In this episode, we explore how true purpose is found not in achievements, but in answering God's unique calling for your life. Ruslan KD joins me to share his journey of faith, discipline, and ambition, and how he has come to understand the difference between selfish ambition and godly ambition. We talk about what the Bible says about calling, how daily habits shape identity, and why prayer and the Holy Spirit are essential for discovering meaning in life. This is a conversation for anyone longing to connect their ambitions with their faith and to see success through the lens of Jesus Christ. If you've ever asked yourself, "What am I meant to do?" or wondered how to align your goals with your purpose in Christ, this episode will offer clarity and encouragement. Subscribe for more conversations on faith, calling, and living a godly life, and share your thoughts in the comments below. Find more from Ruslan: His book, Godly Ambition: https://a.co/d/727chSh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ruslankd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruslankd/ Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TammyPetersonPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammypetersonpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TammyPetersonPodcast

Is Your Child at Risk? Hear Nate Lewis, a human trafficking survivor, share his chilling story of being kidnapped at gunpoint in this powerful Episode 166. Nate reveals the tactics predators use, the trauma he endured, and how faith and purpose led him to found The Innocent, a nonprofit training law enforcement to combat child trafficking and s*xtortion. Discover critical child safety tips, including how to protect your child from human trafficking and spot signs of online predators. Nate's journey from victim to advocate offers vital lessons for parents, especially moms, on preventing child exploitation. Learn why community-funded police training is essential and how to have life-saving safety conversations with your kids. Join us for real talk on child trafficking awareness, online safety for kids, and building safer communities. Subscribe for more survivor stories and parenting advice to fight human trafficking. Share your thoughts in the comments—how will you protect your family? #ChildTraffickingPrevention #NateLewisSurvivor #MomsAgainstTrafficking Find more from Nate: The Innocent: https://theinnocent.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinnocent.usa/ Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TammyPetersonPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammypetersonpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TammyPetersonPodcast