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Proverbs 16:9 says, “The heart of man plans his way, but the LORD establishes his steps.” Setting goals can be wise, but how do we pursue our ambitions without allowing success to define us? On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and bestselling author Jordan Raynor explore what it means to pursue meaningful goals with Christlike confidence, while trusting God with the results. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live . . . biblical wisdom for your financial journey. That’s weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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Missy's carefully planned women's event hits an unexpected snag when a local sporting event forces her to change venues, and Jase discovers he's been volunteered for a bigger role than he realized. Jase also gets an awkward introduction at a speaking event when a pastor admits Willie was their first choice, while Al and Lisa recount their increasingly ridiculous hearing mishaps. Lisa's powerful testimony moves a crowd of women, inspiring a conversation about the lasting impact of godly mentorship. The guys and wives uncover a surprising connection between marriage, free will, and God's original design for work.

In this episode: Genesis 1:26–28; Genesis 2:15–17; Genesis 2:24; Genesis 3; Matthew 18; Luke 22:42; Titus 2:3–5; Colossians 3:2–3; Jude 1:1; Jude 1:3

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Chapters

00:00 Jase's Mysterious Bite 

05:10 Jase Gets Roasted over Willie

10:15 Al & Lisa's Hearing Mishaps

15:30 Jase's Message to Young Athletes

21:20 Lisa's Testimony Moves 2,000 Women

25:10 Missy's Big Announcement

34:30 The Power of Godly Mentorship

43:10 Jase's New Insight on Marriage

49:40 The Blessing of Work

54:00 What It Means to Be Kept by Jesus

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What happens when you search through different religions, Protestant denominations, and New Age spirituality in an attempt to find the truth—only to discover that what you've been searching for has been in the Catholic Church all along?

In this episode of The Lighten Up Podcast, Hannah Crews sits down with Catholic content creator Kristen Harris of A Sacred Faith to hear her powerful Catholic conversion story. Kristen's journey took her from Jehovah's Witness influences and Protestant churches to Buddhism, New Age spirituality, and tarot reading. But an unexpected dream of the Blessed Mother would change the direction of her life and lead her back to Jesus Christ—and eventually to the Catholic Church.

Kristen shares how she became involved in tarot and New Age practices, what led her to walk away from that world, and how her encounter with Mary set her on a path toward Catholicism. She also opens up about the struggles and questions she faced along the way, including her reservations about the Catholic Church, the scandals involving clergy, and what ultimately convinced her that the Catholic Church is the fullness of the Christian faith.

From Bible in a Year with Father Mike Schmitz to entering OCIA, discovering the beauty of the sacraments, and finding the truth in the Eucharist, Kristen's story is a powerful reminder that God never stops pursuing us.

️ IN THIS EPISODE:

(00:00) The Origin of A Sacred Faith

(05:02) Kristen’s Faith Background: From Jehovah’s Witnesses to Baptist

(08:07) Searching for Community in Non-Denominational Churches

(10:10) Leaving Christianity for New Age Spirituality

(13:52) Getting Involved in Tarot Reading and Its Physical Effects

(17:19) How a Dream of Mary Changed Everything

(21:39) Returning to Protestant Christianity

(23:51) Searching for a Church Between Protestantism and Catholicism

(26:19) Bible in a Year and the OCIA Rollercoaster

(31:25) Almost Giving Up on Becoming Catholic

(34:27) Finding Her Way Back to OCIA and Confirmation

(37:46) Overcoming Reservations About Joining the Catholic Church

(40:13) Discussing Abuse and Scandals in the Catholic Church

(45:11) How Friends and Family Reacted to Her Conversion

(51:51) What Finally Convinced Kristen the Catholic Church Is True

(56:25) How Catholicism Makes Scripture Tangible

(01:01:51) How God Is Using Kristen’s Catholic Testimony

(01:06:43) Where to Find Kristen Harris

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What if your hardest days became your greatest opportunities to impact Eternity? In Part 2, Barry and artist, Keith Collins, share powerful stories of life-changing encounters, a father's last-minute Salvation, and finding unshakable joy through suffering. Don't miss this inspiring conversation! Discover how God can use your struggles to transform lives, strengthen your faith, and open doors to share Jesus in ways you never imagined. Press play and discover how your hardest days could make an eternal difference!
Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com
Get your copy of Barry’s book Ignite Your Life: Defeat Fear with Effortless Faith at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and other online booksellers.
Learn more about:
- Why obedience matters when sharing the Gospel
- How we can work God into any conversation
- Why 80% of Americans are looking for God
- When we can use humor to share God’s message
- How the Holy Spirit gives us a voice
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00:00 Welcome to Ignite: Why Your Hardest Days Matter Most
00:26 Meeting Keith Collins: The Artist on Fire for Jesus
01:55 A Father's Deathbed Salvation: God's Perfect Timing
03:26 Fifty Years of Chumming: Planting Seeds That Grow
06:25 The Supermarket Gospel: Everyday Divine Appointments
09:08 The Owner's Manual: Speaking Car Guy Language
10:37 Love Without Agenda: The Key to Effective Witnessing
14:56 Starting Your Day on Your Knees: Keith's Morning Routine
19:08 The Southwest Airlines Miracle: When Staff Walk You to the Gate
23:01 Isaiah 43:10 - You're His Witness So YOU Will Believe
24:26 Count It All Joy: Finding Purpose in Your Trials
27:08 Joy in the Hospital Bed: Barry's Most Powerful Ministry
30:01 See You in Heaven: The Final Invitation

Rivers of Republican tears are flowing after the midterms, but what if this is actually a time to rejoice? I’ve got some secret knowledge to share, and it didn’t come from Peter Thiel, QAnon, or cable news. It came straight from Jesus.

We’ll talk about “deeper magic,” why the King is still on His throne, and how these hard days may be God’s training ground, not His retreat. Then we open the mailbag on waiting for kids, family who doesn’t get your faith, politics vs. Jesus, dating a nonbeliever, and getting off the sidelines.

Your assignment this week: ask God how to be more faithful with the influence you already have.

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What do you have tied up today that the Lord wants to use? One time some people in the New Testament had a donkey Jesus needed, but it was tied up. It dawned on me that lots of us have things tied up, too, and if we’d untie them, they’d be of service to our Lord. What do you have tied up?

In Luke 19:29-36, we read:

As he (Jesus) approached Bethphage and Bethany at the hill called the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, which no one has ever ridden. Untie it and bring it here. If anyone asks you, ‘Why are you untying it?’ tell him, ‘The Lord needs it.’”

Those who were sent ahead went and found it just as he had told them. As they were untying the colt, its owners asked them, “Why are you untying the colt?” They replied, “The Lord needs it.” They brought it to Jesus, threw their cloaks on the colt and put Jesus on it. As he went along, people spread their cloaks on the road.

Jesus chose this donkey to ride in his one and only earthly parade. He knew where it was, he knew it had never been ridden, and he knew what the reaction of the owners of the colt would be. How could he know all this? Because he is God, and though he was fully man in his 33 years on earth, he was nonetheless fully God, and God is all-knowing.

Interesting also that the disciples evidently did not question Jesus’ instructions. However, it had to take a bit of nerve to walk up to this colt and start untying it. Give those disciples credit for their faith and obedience in this matter.

As they were untying the colt, the owners approached them. Quite possibly they were poor people without a great deal of this world’s possessions. A donkey’s colt was not a very prestigious animal. Not what well-to-do people chose for transportation. But likely it was all these simple owners could afford.

Many times we think what we have or who we are is too humble for God to use, but the lesson we want to learn is God is looking for availability. What do you have tied up that God wants to use?

Who are you when everything you depend on is taken away? In this powerful opening message, Dr. Michael Youssef shows how God transforms our identity by teaching us to trust in Jesus Christ alone.

Through the life of Peter, Dr. Youssef reveals how pride and self-reliance can stand in the way of spiritual growth. Peter's failures exposed his weakness, but God's grace led him to repentance, restoration, and a new purpose.

True identity isn't found in achievements, status, or personal strength. It comes through surrender to Christ and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.

This episode calls believers to:

• Find their true identity in Jesus Christ,
• Repent of pride and self-reliance,
• Trust God through failure and weakness,
• Depend daily on the Holy Spirit,
• Share the Gospel with boldness and confidence.

God doesn't define His people by their past failures. He transforms surrendered hearts and prepares them to make His Truth known to the world.

Scripture Focus: 1 Peter

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