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Trusting in the Authority of Scripture Nov 13, 2017

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Heidi’s voice is still in and out, so we’re pulling out all the favorites around here! It’s never out of place to talk about the authority of scripture and how much security it offers when we choose to trust it. Let’s rest in what the Word tells us today!
Scriptures Mentioned in Podcast
Luke 16:17
Joshua 1:8
Proverbs 3:5-6
Resources
Firmly Planted Family™ is dedicated to encouraging and building strong, Christ-centered families who are “firmly planted” in the rich soil of God’s Word. FPF publishes the Firmly Planted™ Bible studies for families, organizes retreats for moms and couples, and hosts Strong Roots™ conferences across the United States.
Firmly Planted Bible Study for All Ages – We all agree that teaching our children the life-changing truths of the Bible is one of our most important jobs as parents. But where do we begin? How do we consistently explore God’s Word in a way that helps our children understand and apply the core truths of biblical teaching in their own lives? The Firmly Planted Family Series is divided into ten-week studies and is your key to making sense of the Bible—even if you’re learning right along with your children. Each lesson provides a core idea, a simple narrative, memory verses and discussion questions for children of all ages. And the companion student workbook is filled with age-appropriate, full-color, reproducible activities for children of any age!

Just Show Up: Use Your Influence! Nov 10, 2017

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Did you know that you have been given influence in the lives of those around you? It’s true! God’s Word says that we are “the fragrance” of Christ! 2 Corinthians 2:15 Listen in and discover why being an ambassador for Christ should influence every area of your life, starting with your children.
15 For we are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing.” 2 Corinthians 2:15
More info about these and all of Heidi’s 2018 events here!

Embracing Your Influence Nov 08, 2017

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Psalm 119 – Read with me!
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Dare to Be a Daniel: Talking to Your Kids About Standing for The Lord – This is startlingly new territory for parents: explaining why a man is being celebrated as a woman on the cover of a magazine is not something we’re used to talking about. Here’s the thing: If we don’t set a place for the truth of Scripture at the table of our children’s hearts, the world will set out a feast all it’s own.
What Are We Like When No One Else is Watching? -Are we growing in our walk with God? Today, we’re talking about a “big” word … sanctification. It’s a big word that means a simple thing: grow. Grow. As Christians, we’re called to live set apart lives—no matter who’s watching.
Resources
Firmly Planted Family Bible Study
We all agree that teaching our children the life-changing truths of the Bible is one of our most important jobs as parents. But where do we begin? How do we consistently explore God’s Word in a way that helps our children understand and apply the core truths of biblical teaching in their own lives? The Firmly Planted Family Series is divided into ten-week studies and is your key to making sense of the Bible—even if you’re learning right along with your children. Each lesson provides a core idea, a simple narrative, memory verses and discussion questions for children of all ages. And the companion student workbook is filled with age-appropriate, full-color, reproducible activities for children of any age!
Victory in Spiritual Warfare: Outfitting Yourself for the Battle
Dr. Tony Evans, one of the most respected church leaders in the country, is the founder and senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, a thriving congregation of 8000. In this timely, unique exploration of spiritual warfare, Dr. Evans unveils a simple yet radical truth: every struggle and conflict faced in the physical realm has its root in the spiritual realm.
With passion and clarity, Dr. Evans demystifies spiritual warfare so that readers can tackle challenges and obstacles with spiritual power―God’s authority!
The Power of a Praying Parent
Stormie Omartian’s bestselling The Power of a Praying(R) series (more than 28 million copies sold) is rereleased with fresh new covers and new material to reach a still-growing market of readers eager to discover the power of prayer for their lives.
Fool’s Gold?: Discerning Truth in an Age of Error edited by Dr. John MacArthur
In an age of open-mindedness, many believers accept too much with too little discernment, resulting in great confusion and compromise. But God’s Word makes it clear that not everything that glitters is gold. False teaching is at every turn, and the temptation to embrace it is great. As God’s people we are called to sift through the overwhelming number of traditions and trends and use the truth of Scripture to determine which are the true treasures-and which are “fool’s gold.”
General editor John MacArthur and the contributors of this uncompromising book define the principles of biblical discernment and...

Mailbox Monday – How do I Not Live in Fear? Nov 06, 2017

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With terrible things happening in our country, it makes sense to be fearful. But how do I live without being gripped by that fear? As we weep with those who weep and mourn with those who mourn, let’s talk about how we keep moving without fear.
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Hope in the Place of Fear – Podcast – For Paris and the Rest of Us
Shepherding your Children Through Fear
Are you Ready to Run Into the Roar? -It’s so natural to choose what’s easy for us, but so often it’s not what’s best. This analogy of running toward the roaring lion is a great way to challenge us to do what’s best, not easy.
Through the Eyes of a Lion: Facing Impossible Pain, Finding Incredible Power
Storm: Hearing Jesus for the Times We Live In

When No One Is Watching Nov 03, 2017

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I’ve been sick for a week, so we’re revisiting this one today: Are we growing in our walk with God? Today, we’re talking about a “big” word … sanctification. It’s a big word that means a simple thing: grow. Grow. As Christians, we’re called to live set apart lives—no matter who’s watching.
Resources for today’s podcast:
Victory in Spiritual Warfare: Outfitting Yourself for the Battle
Dr. Tony Evans, one of the most respected church leaders in the country, is the founder and senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, a thriving congregation of 8000. In this timely, unique exploration of spiritual warfare, Dr. Evans unveils a simple yet radical truth: every struggle and conflict faced in the physical realm has its root in the spiritual realm.
With passion and clarity, Dr. Evans demystifies spiritual warfare so that readers can tackle challenges and obstacles with spiritual power―God’s authority!
The Power of a Praying Parent
Stormie Omartian’s bestselling The Power of a Praying(R) series (more than 28 million copies sold) is rereleased with fresh new covers and new material to reach a still-growing market of readers eager to discover the power of prayer for their lives.
Fool’s Gold?: Discerning Truth in an Age of Error edited by Dr. John MacArthur
In an age of open-mindedness, many believers accept too much with too little discernment, resulting in great confusion and compromise. But God’s Word makes it clear that not everything that glitters is gold. False teaching is at every turn, and the temptation to embrace it is great. As God’s people we are called to sift through the overwhelming number of traditions and trends and use the truth of Scripture to determine which are the true treasures-and which are “fool’s gold.”
General editor John MacArthur and the contributors of this uncompromising book define the principles of biblical discernment and use them to address several contemporary Christian issues. They provide straightforward, biblical critiques of some popular but unfortunate Christian trends, such as watered-down preaching and doctrinally questionable best-selling books. Dr. MacArthur ends with a practical plan for cultivating discernment in the Christian life.
It is the duty of every Christian-not just pastors and elders-to follow the biblical command to cling to what is good and to reject what is not. This book will equip you with a foundation for biblical discernment that will enable you to make careful distinctions in your thinking about truth.

Walking with Your Child Through Fear Nov 01, 2017

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From the Archives: Knowing that we can’t give our kids what we don’t have, we certainly can’t lead them through fear unless we are adept at trusting the Lord ourselves. Let’s take a look back at what this looks like today.

Scripture Focus
Proverbs 3:19-26
Resources
Fearless Necklaces!
My Favorite Journaling Bible
Wisdom for Parents: A Daily Devotional from the Book of Proverbs
Hope in Place of Fear – for Paris and the Rest of Us (Related Podcast)
Storm: Hearing Jesus for the Times We Live In

Salt, Light and Halloween Oct 30, 2017

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Mailbox Monday is about how we’re to live in the world and not of it… shouldn’t I put my kids in school? And is Halloween really that bad? Listen in!
Scripture
Romans 14
Matthew 5:2-13

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The Power of Forgiveness Oct 27, 2017

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It can be said that unforgiveness is like drinking poison and expecting the one who wronged you to die. It may feel a lot easier to hold a grudge than it is to forgive someone who has wronged you, but in the long run, you will be robbed of joy, peace, and likely much more. Let’s talk today about the process of forgiveness and the power it has in our lives!
Scripture – Ephesians 4
Search for Significance – Robert McGee’s best-selling book has helped millions of readers learn how to be free to enjoy Christ’s love while no longer basing their self-worth on their accomplishments or the opinions of others. In fact, Billy Graham said that it was a book that “should be read by every Christian.”
In this re-launch of this timeless classic you will:
Gain new skills for getting off the performance treadmill
Discover how four false beliefs have negatively impacted your life
Learn how to overcome obstacles that prevent you from experiencing the truth that your self-worth is found only in the love, acceptance, and forgiveness of Christ

Living in Freedom after Forgiveness Oct 25, 2017

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When we have been wounded, we often feel quite justified in harboring bitterness, anger, resentment, hurt and more. Friends will tell us we are as well, but the Bible says something different, and we can only learn to live in freedom if we can obey what it says. Please don’t miss this opportunity to hear about what God has done in me as He’s challenged me to walk in forgiveness.
Scriptures
Colossians 3:13
Ephesians 4:26
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Letting Go of Bitterness
The Power of Forgiveness
Resources
The Gift of Forgiveness by Charles Stanley – Charles Stanley, one of the most influential spiritual leaders of our day, shares the key to personal and even world peace in The Gift of Forgiveness. as Stanley points out that no sin is so shockingly evil it blocks God’s forgiveness nor so trivial it negates the need for God’s mercy, he shares the specifics of how to go about receiving and giving forgiveness.
The Gift of Forgiveness reflects the heart of Stanley’s teaching ministry. In this markedly helpful book, Stanley addresses such questions as how to practice a life of forgiveness in all your relationships and how to make forgiveness an ongoing, practical experience in your life.
The Truth About Forgiveness by John MacArthur – “The greatest measuring rod of love in the life of a Christian may be forgiveness, because God showed His love to us in terms of forgiveness.” ?John MacArthur
Does anyone really want to forgive? Or admit that we need forgiveness? Whether we’re giving or receiving, forgiveness is hard. It seems unfair. It feels unnatural. And as best-selling author and pastor John MacArthur demonstrates, forgiveness apart from Christ is unnatural. It is only as we understand our need, Christ’s power and example, and what it reallly means to love that we can embrace two of the most liberating acts of love: forgiving and being forgiven.

Should I Have More Kids? Oct 23, 2017

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“I want more children, but some days I feel like I can’t handle the couple I have. How do I know if I should have more?” This is a great question from the mailbox today. Let’s talk!
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