As we’re looking to a new year, there can be excitement but also fear over what the future holds. Maybe you’re worried about your financial future or the unrest in culture. Maybe you’re feeling discouraged because you’re not where you thought you would be at this point in your life. In today's episode, I want to encourage us with the truth of why we can have hope for the future. We'll countdown the top ten reasons Gen-Z can have hope in 2026. I hope this episode encourages you as much as it did me! 

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Today on the podcast we're diving into the importance of practicing gratitude! We'll dive into why practicing thanksgiving is good for us, as well as five biblical truths regarding thanksgiving. 

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Today's episode is a little different from usual as I take you behind-the-scenes in the making of Grandpa's Comrade. We'll talk about my writing process, the major themes in this book and why I'm passionate about them, and you'll even get to hear a teaser from the book! I hope you enjoy this more free-style episode. Grandpa's Comrade is now available for pre-order on Amazon and launches November 11, 2025! 

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Today on the podcast, I have a very special guest, veteran Shane Gjesdal (aka my dad!). We sit down to discuss what the Bible says about military service. Can Christians join the military? Is there ever a just reason for war? Aren't we supposed to just turn the other cheek? All of these questions and more are answered in today's episode as we prepare for the launch of my upcoming fiction book, Grandpa's Comrade (launching Nov. 11!). 

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Today we're diving into the topic of intergenerational relationships. What does the Bible say about how we should relate to those older than us? Does older always mean wiser? Can we correct an older Christian? Why should I build relationships with those older than me? All these questions and more are tackled in today's episode as we lead up to the launch of my new fiction book, Grandpa's Comrade, coming November 11, 2025! 

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Do you love hearing/telling stories? I do! But have you ever stopped to ask what the Bible says about storytelling? In today's podcast episode, we're diving into what the Bible says about fiction. I'll also be sharing some of my favorite books (and one movie) that have made an impact on my life. 

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We're heading into fall, and while most of us love the changes in seasons, most of us are a little less enthusiastic about life changes. In today's episode, we're digging into changing seasons, both in the weather and in life. Why do seasons change? What does the Bible say about seasons? And, most importantly, what do seasons teach us about God? Grab your coffee and Bible and let's dig into God's Word together! 

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In today's episode, we're diving back into the book of Ruth and discussing the topic of reputation. As a Christian, does it matter what other people think of me? What reputation did Ruth have? And what does it mean to be an ambassador for Christ? We're tackling all of these questions in today's episode! 

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In today's episode, we're diving into the book of Ruth to learn about a kinsman redeemer and discuss how the story of our redemption in Jesus is powerfully displayed in Ruth's story. 

My new Bible study, A Woman of Excellence, Launches August 10th! Available for preorder in paperback or e-book now! You can check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Excellence-Four-Week-through-Proverbs-ebook/dp/B0FHC1PNGY/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1 

For anyone who preorders or orders during launch week (Aug. 10-16), I am offering a free online Bible study (ladies only)! How to join: buy your copy of A Woman of Excellence and DM me a picture of the receipt (see social media links below). Then I'll add you to the email list for the fall Bible study! 

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In today's episode, we're going through step-by-step how to do an inductive Bible study using free resources available to us for study, like Blue Letter Bible, Bible Gateway, and Study Light. I'll wrap it up sharing a commentary I wrote on Psalm 136 as an example of how this type of studying works. I hope that this episode encourages you to get into the Word for yourself! 

Also, be on the the lookout for the paperback release of A Woman of Excellence: A Four-Week Study through the Book of Ruth and Proverbs 31 this August! Follow me on social media or sign up for my email list to be notified about book launch happenings and a Bible study group opportunity! 

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