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In this heartfelt episode of Trim the Wick, Dan and Becky share their passion project, connecting their church community with the transformative work being done in the slums of Nairobi, Kenya. They recount their experiences with Pastor Steve and Pastor Mary, who are dedicated to bringing hope and change to some of the most impoverished areas. From feeding programs to job training and education initiatives, discover how this incredible ministry is making a difference and how you can be a part of it.
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In this episode of the Trim the Wick podcast, Dan and Becky wrap up their "Simply Parenting" series by discussing the importance of loving others as ourselves, based on Matthew 22:39. They share personal stories and biblical insights, emphasizing the need to parent with love and grace. Key points include understanding child behavior, balancing love and discipline, and teaching genuine acts of love.

Key Takeaways:

• Parenting requires modeling godly love and grace.
• Understanding behavior helps guide better actions.
• Love involves both defending and correcting.
• Genuine acts of love teach children more effectively than obligation.

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In this week's episode of the Trim the Wick podcast, Dan and Becky continue their series on "Simply Parenting." Dive into a conversation about the importance of loving God and how it forms the foundation for effective and heartfelt parenting. Discover practical tips on modeling a genuine relationship with God for your children and learn how to instill values that will guide them through life's challenges.

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Episode Transcripts: Simply Parenting: Love God

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In this episode, hosts Dan and Becky kick off a new series called "Simply Parenting," aimed at breaking down the overwhelming expectations placed on parents today. They discuss the pressures from social media, societal norms, and even government regulations that make parenting feel like an insurmountable task. Drawing from their own experiences of raising four children to adulthood, Dan and Becky share how they navigated through external judgments and internal pressures. They emphasize the importance of focusing on principles rather than rules, and how aligning parenting with biblical teachings can simplify the journey. Tune in to learn how to lift the weight of expectations and parent with a heart-centered approach.

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Episode Transcripts: Simply Parenting: Am I Doing It Right?

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In this week's episode of the Trim the Wick, Dan and Becky take us on an incredible journey of faith, family, and international ministry. They share their experiences of saying "yes" to God's calling, which led them to preach in Kenya, connect with pastors, and witness the transformative power of faith in the slums of Nairobi and the villages of western Kenya. Tune in to hear how their family came together to support their mission, the challenges they faced, and the miraculous ways God provided for their trip. This episode is a testament to the power of obedience and the global reach of technology in spreading the gospel.

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Episode Transcripts: Kenya: No Money, No Contacts, No Problem

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In this week's episode of Trim the Wick podcast, Dan and Becky delve into the intricate subject of conflict resolution and reconciliation. They explore the complexities of resolving disagreements, emphasizing that separation is not always a failure but sometimes a necessary step to maintain peace. Using biblical references like the story of Paul and Barnabas, Dan and Becky illustrate how even strong relationships can face conflicts that lead to separation while still maintaining love and respect. The episode also touches on the importance of forgiveness, the difference between resolution and reconciliation, and the unique dynamics of conflict within marriage.

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Episode Transcripts: Episode 3: I Can Still Love You

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Every human relationship faces times of disagreement, hurts, and wrongs against one another.  How we handle those times can restore the relationship or rip it to pieces. Join us this week as we discuss how the first moments of any conflict need to start with managing our own emotional and physical responses before we can hope to address the other person involved. 
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Episode Transcripts: Episode 1: Me First

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Ok to all our Trim the Wick fans we made it to final episode in our series 9 Traits to Cultivate a Fruitful Marriage. This week we finish strong discussing Self Control. Understanding self control more fully as having mastery over you self, emotions, thoughts and actions leads to a more fruitful marriage.
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Episode 8 of our 9 part series on a fruitful marriage. This week Dan and Becky talk about the Fruit of Gentleness. Being gentle is more than just being soft or even weak around each other. Gentleness requires strength and a standing with your spouse when they are going through troubles. 
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