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The Search for Satisfaction Dec 06, 2017

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We’re looking for satisfaction in people, careers, politics, money and a laundry list of more things. Unfortunately, that exhausting search will always come up empty, because its not what we’re designed for. We are created to find satisfaction in only one place, and that’s what we’re talking about today.
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Psalm 107
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Music, Movies and Me Dec 04, 2017

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We’re answering a reader question today, and this time we’re talking about media preferences and marriage. What do we do when we disagree? Just like we always do, let’s see what the Bible says about it!
Mentioned in Podcast
Philippians 4
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Whom Do You Trust? Dec 01, 2017

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There is so much happening in the news right centering around the sexual misconduct of public figures, from news organizations to government. It’s curious to me how outraged we are by one kind of sexual sin—and how we promote other kinds. In Psalm 1, we learn about the life God blesses.
God repeatedly warns us about the consequences of sexual sin in His Word. We dare not fall into the trap of culturally correct Christianity. God says that ALL sexual activity outside the bounds of heterosexual, monogamous marriage is sin. So who do we trust? Do we trust the world’s wisdom, or do we trust God? Listen in, I think you’ll be encouraged!
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Patheos article
Psalm 1
1
Oh, the joys of those who do not
follow the advice of the wicked,
or stand around with sinners,
or join in with mockers.
2
But they delight in the law of the Lord,
meditating on it day and night.
3
They are like trees planted along the riverbank,
bearing fruit each season.
Their leaves never wither,
and they prosper in all they do.
4
But not the wicked!
They are like worthless chaff, scattered by the wind.
5
They will be condemned at the time of judgment.
Sinners will have no place among the godly.
6
For the Lord watches over the path of the godly,
but the path of the wicked leads to destruction.

Parenting Scripts with Wendy Speake – Part 2 Nov 29, 2017

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My friend Wendy Brunner is back to talk about re-writing your parenting conversations. If you have something you’re saying and it’s not working, say something else! Right? It’s not as hard as it seems, especially with all Wendy’s wisdom here. Join us!
Wendy Speake and Amber Lia co-authored the popular parenting book Triggers: Exchanging Parents’ Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses in 2016, followed by the Triggers Study Guide later that year. Most recently the two released their follow-up book, Parenting Scripts. Join their private Facebook group for more encouragement. Or find Wendy at WendySpeake.com, where you can sign up to receive free seasonal GENTLE PARENTING PRINTS. Each winter, spring, summer and fall, you’ll receive a scripture, a lyric to a hymn, and a quote. This fall they’re featuring a quote from Parenting Scripts, Isaiah 40:11, and a line from the hymn, What a Friend We Have in Jesus. You can also follow along on Facebook or Instagram. Join them in their private Facebook group for moms as well.
Wendy has been a favorite podcast guest before. Last time we talked about mom anger, because some of our friends had a problem. Ha! Just kidding… because we both know WE are guilty! But Wendy has a great resource for anyone who admits it’s an issue. Part 1 & Part 2

Parenting Scripts with Wendy Speake – Part 1 Nov 27, 2017

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Heidi is visiting with Wendy Brunner today about Parenting Scripts, a helpful book that will help you plan ahead and learn to react with more self-control when you’re tempted to blow up.
Wendy Speake and Amber Lia co-authored the popular parenting book Triggers: Exchanging Parents’ Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses in 2016, followed by the Triggers Study Guide later that year. Most recently the two released their follow-up book, Parenting Scripts. Join their private Facebook group for more encouragement. Or find Wendy at WendySpeake.com, where you can sign up to receive free seasonal GENTLE PARENTING PRINTS. Each winter, spring, summer and fall, you’ll receive a scripture, a lyric to a hymn, and a quote. This fall they’re featuring a quote from Parenting Scripts, Isaiah 40:11, and a line from the hymn, What a Friend We Have in Jesus. You can also follow along on Facebook or Instagram. Join them in their private Facebook group for moms as well.
Wendy has been a favorite podcast guest before. Last time we talked about mom anger, because some of our friends had a problem. Ha! Just kidding… because we both know WE are guilty! But Wendy has a great resource for anyone who admits it’s an issue. Part 1 & Part 2

The Power of Weakness Nov 24, 2017

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In our world today, power, strength and greatness are definitely what our culture has decided are worth fighting for. Yet in God’s economy, we’re told that weakness is where we find our reward. Join me as we figure this one out.
Scriptures
2 Corinthians 12: 1-10
Ephesians 3:20-21
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Forget “behavior modification” or feel-good aphorisms. Tripp knows that what we really need is an encounter with the living God. Then we’ll be prepared to trust in God’s goodness, rely on his grace, and live for his glory each and every day.
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The Gift of Hope Nov 22, 2017

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This world is a really dark place, and it can be hard to keep your chin up – even if you don’t watch the news every day! But we have the answer already, and it’s not circumstances, a president, or a gift you can buy. Today we’re going to talk about our only hope, the best hope – JESUS!
Scriptures
Psalm 42
Romans 8:22
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The Preciousness of Others Nov 20, 2017

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Last week, I answered a question from a reader about breastfeeding in public.
What I wanted to do was to get to the root of a fruit which gives license to disregard the thoughts and feelings of others. I wanted to open a dialogue about the old-fashioned idea of putting others first—and instead, I hit a nerve that tells me we have a very real problem as women—one that’s worth talking about.
This is not about breastfeeding.
I have breastfed all seven of my sweet babies. I’ve nursed them in public—on trains, planes and in restaurants and libraries. I’m an advocate of breastfeeding—so this is not about that. This is about being considerate of others.
Women, a new generation of girls are watching us. Social media is watching. Our daughters and nieces and watching. Teachers, your students are watching. Are we “lording” our rights over others, or are we being examples of beauty and grace? The ability to bear and nurse babies is a precious gift—just like the precious responsibility of modeling thoughtful behavior to the children we are blessed to call our own.
Influence is a gift. And that’s what this is really about. Are we influencing others in such a way that our lives say, “I think you’re precious?” Human beings are precious to God—therefore—they should be precious to us. Jesus Christ laid down His rights for us—even to the point of going to the cross. He is the example we are called to follow.
Today on the podcast, I’ll unpack a little of what happened and explain why I believe this is a conversation that women need to have—in love—and with the heart of Christ.
Scripture References cited
Ephesians 4:11-16
Philippians 2:3
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What’s Your Attitude? Scoffing, Scorning and Sarcasm – Part 2 Nov 17, 2017

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We’re talking about our attitudes again, and today we’re talking about scoffing, scorning, and sarcasm. Hmmm… it may seem like it’s just a little jab, but is it really?
Scriptures
Psalm 1
Proverbs 14:6
Proverbs 9:12
Proverbs 22:10
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What’s Your Attitude? – Part 1 Nov 15, 2017

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We tell our kids all the time to check their attitudes, right? But in some seasons, I think we forget that we need to be checking our own. Our attitude can effect our relationships with everyone we meet, and we can make the choice to use it for building up or tearing down. What’s your attitude, and how is it affecting you today?
Scriptures
Proverbs 14:17
Psalm 37:8
Proverbs 19:11
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