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Anne Graham Lotz | One Nation Under God, in Crisis Nov 13, 2022

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On November 1st, just a week before the mid-term elections, I sat down with Anne Graham Lotz. Anne is the daughter of Rev. Billy Graham. She is the founder of AnGeL Ministries and is the author of 11 books, including “Just Give Me Jesus”.

I asked Anne to join us so we could hear from her about the state of our nation from a Biblical worldview. In our Pledge of Allegiance, we recite, “…one nation under God…”, but are we really still one nation under God, or have we forgotten about God or turned our back on Him? We also pledge that these United States are “indivisible”, yet this nation is perhaps more divided than it has been in decades.

Where have we gone and where are we headed? And what DOES God have to say about the United States of America? Whether you are a Democrat, Republican, far-left, far-right, or somewhere in between, this conversation with Anne Graham Lotz is one that all Americans need to hear.

If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, you’ve likely wondered as I have, “how do I navigate the politics of our country while still adhering to God’s Word and to His instruction?”

Well, I hope you will prayerfully listen to this Conversation of Hope with Anne Graham Lotz to gain some insight into that very question.
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Anne Graham Lotz website:
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Daily Light Devotions from Anne:
https://www.annegrahamlotz.org/category/daily-light/

AnGeL Ministries store:
https://www.annegrahamlotz.org/store/

Anne's Tribute to Her Father, Billy Graham:
https://www.annegrahamlotz.org/2018/02/21/daddy-is-at-home/

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Emmanuel & Bekah Guarino | Pornography & Marriage: A Path to Healing Nov 06, 2022

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Last week, we had a conversation with Brittni De La Mora, who had spent 7 years in the porn industry. She shared that during those 7 years, she hated herself and wanted to commit suicide. That was before God rescued her.
Today, we get a perspective from the consumer side of that industry and the damage it causes to individuals, marriages, and families.
Our guests are Emmanuel and Bekah Guarino. Emmanuel began consuming porn at a young age, which quickly turned into an addiction. After meeting his soon-to-be wife, Bekah, he had hoped things would change. He decided to quit porn 90 days prior to their wedding. That turned into 60 days, then 30 days. The night before their wedding Emmanuel says he can still remember what he searched for to get his fix. The couple recalls their wedding night when porn-induced ED left them both hurt and frustrated.
Bekah shares how that was the start of a long difficult journey to finding a solution to save their marriage, which had just begun. As we shared last week, 56% of marriages that end in divorce are the result of one spouse being consumed by a porn addiction. Bekah made the decision that she was not going to let them be a statistic. They began the healing process together, as a couple.
Today, they are reaching out to couples who are struggling as they did, through “Team Vulnerable”. In this conversation, they walk through the steps they took together to overcome Emmanuel’s porn addiction. Through the team approach, they can heal together. They both know the vulnerabilities that Emmanuel has and can work together to continue that healing process.
Today is the last of our 2-part series on the destruction caused by pornography. As we mentioned last week, statistics reveal that up to 70% of men in the church are watching porn on a regular basis, and up to 33% of women in the church are also watching regularly.
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Please be advised that this is a topic that is for mature audiences only and may not be suitable for those under the age of 18. Listener discretion is advised.
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Brittni De La Mora | From Porn Star to Pastor | God Loves Always Oct 30, 2022

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Please note that this episode contains adult themes and may not be suitable for those under 18.
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Today’s guest is Brittni De La Mora. Brittni spent 7 years of her life as a star in the porn industry. She will share how she rationalized the steps she took to become a porn star who received lots of praise, recognition, and money. Yet she was empty and suicidal.

Did you know that,

47% of Christian families say that porn is a problem in their home
6 out of 10 say watching porn decreased their desire to read the Bible
2 out of 3 said watching porn decreased their desire to serve in spiritual leadership
68% of church-going men view porn on a regular basis
33% of church-going women view porn on a regular basis

Many believe that their porn problem doesn’t really hurt anyone. They believe it is just a substitute or an alternative to sex. However, studies show that it ruins relationships, it ruins marriages, and it destroys families. Porn is not a guy problem, it is a human problem.

Most who struggle with pornography believe that they are in the minority and that if anyone found out, they would be negatively labeled. They feel disqualified to take part in church activities, disqualified to be the spiritual leader of their families, and they even feel like God condemns them.

In this and next week’s episodes, my prayer is that if you struggle with pornography, you will recognize that this is a tactic of Satan to destroy your life and the lives of those you love.

If you know of someone who needs to hear this message, please share it!
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Amanda Valantine | Hope & Healing for Families of Addicts Oct 23, 2022

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Amanda Valantine is a Recovery Life Coach who, in addition to assisting those struggling with various addictions, has been working with the families of addicts who are often overlooked.
When pain comes, we immediately try to relieve the pain with something--drugs, alcohol, "retail therapy", pornography, and the list goes on. This is where addiction often begins.
Listen in as Amanda shares a deep dive into addiction, how it works, and the devastation it leaves in its wake--not just for the addict, but also for their loved ones.
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Amanda on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hoperisescoaching
Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/familyhopecoach/

Contact Amanda Valantine: valantinehope@gmail.com
Book: Balm: The Loving Path to Family Recovery
Book: When Your Husband is Addicted to Pornography: Healing Your Wounded Heart
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Tammy Stone | Finding Hope Through Infertility Oct 16, 2022

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About 15% of couples worldwide are unable to get pregnant and are considered "infertile". That's about 48 million couples. Aside from the heartache each month, many couples find themselves dealing with divorce, social stigma, emotional stress, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem as a result of the infertility diagnosis.
For Mike & Tammy Stone, it was nearly 15 years of heartache. They knew that this challenge would either drive them apart or bring them closer together. Infertility is a rollercoaster ride of emotions. It is constantly on your mind and heart. Couples their age were having children and experiencing the joys of parenthood--first steps, the first day of school, T-ball games, and Christmases. Even though they were happy for their friends, it was a constant reminder of what they were missing.
After over a decade, the adoption option became a potential answer to prayer. Just as quickly as the domestic adoption opportunity came, it disappeared leaving a wake of pain, disappointment, and lots of questions for God. Looking back, that opportunity opened their hearts to international adoption--China adoption, to be specific. God had a plan.
Over the next several months, there was paperwork, dossiers, passports, visas, and immigration visits--all required to complete the adoption process. Then, after what seemed like an eternity they arrived in Guangzhou, China on October 13, 2003. It was on that date they would hold their 10-month-old daughter for the first time in a civil affairs office.
Their 15-year challenge has taught them plenty about how God walks with us through the storms of life. Even when He seems silent, He is there as a firm foundation to anchor our restless hearts and minds.
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Dallas Holm | "Here We Are": Serving Jesus Together Oct 09, 2022

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It was the decade of Happy Days & All in the Family, bell bottoms, and leisure suits. Everything was “groovy” and “out of sight”, like John Travolta and Donny & Marie. The Sony Walkman was first introduced, and in 1977 there was a little movie called Star Wars that made its debut. I was 12 years old and went to see the movie with my friend’s family.

1977 was also the year that I asked Jesus to take control of my life. It was about the time that one of my spiritual mentors introduced me to a song called, “Rise Again,” which was written and recorded by Dallas Holm. That song would stick with me through the years, and 45 years later I am honored to have a sit down with Dallas Holm to talk about his music and his ministry.
Dallas Holm is a legendary Christian artist and a pioneer of what would be known as contemporary Christian music. Dallas gave his life to Jesus in 1965 at the age of 16. It was then that he decided to combine his love of music with his newfound faith. He started writing his own Christian songs around this time performing them in jails, churches, and in street ministry.
It was an honor to welcome Dallas to the show. We discuss biblical views on current topics, his early years in Christian music, and of course "Rise Again".
Linda, his wife of more than 53 years, has been by Dallas' side through their ministry career, which continues today. They remain active in their church in Texas.
Over the course of Dallas’ career, he has released 34 albums, received 5 Dove Awards, and was inducted into the Gospel Music Association’s Hall of Fame in 2012.

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Dallas Holm website: https://dallasholm.com/
Dallas' Blog/Updates: https://dallasholm.com/updates/
Dallas' Facebook Page with Mile Marker Daily Devotionals: https://www.facebook.com/dallasholmpm/
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Jimmy & Kelly Needham | Understanding Scripture "CLEARLY" Oct 02, 2022

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To the Christian, the Bible is the very Word of God and is the ultimate guide for our life. If you are a Bible reader, you have probably run into parts of the Bible that seem complex, confusing, or controversial. Like me, you may have a tendency to "skip over" books like Numbers (after all, I'm definitely not a math guy).

Well, today I’ve invited some friends of mine to join us to discuss those very things.
Jimmy Needham is a critically acclaimed recording artist and pastor. He has always been drawn to things others overlook. His wife, author, and speaker Kelly Needham is a Bible teacher at heart. The Needhams have four children and another on the way!

Together, they created a new podcast called CLEARLY. CLEARLY, is a podcast where Scripture is never dull, those tricky topics get tackled, and what’s blurry comes into focus. Jimmy and Kelly Needham help demystify the Bible and give you the tools to get out of the fog and see God for yourself. They say, "if it's complex, confusing, or controversial, it's covered in their podcast, CLEARLY.
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Clearly Podcast website: https://www.clearlypodcast.com/
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Matt Accurso and Pastor Matt McCloghry | Can There Be Hope in Grief? Sep 25, 2022

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Life is a gift from God. Most of us will experience or have already experienced, the death of someone very close to us. It is in those moments that we are faced with the reality of our own mortality. Unless Jesus returns in our lifetime, we too will leave this world. The decisions we’ve made in this life will determine our eternity—actually, it comes down to just one decision. Am I living for myself, or am I living for Jesus?

Matt Accurso experienced what no husband or father wants to experience. Matt lost his wife, Lauren, during the birth of his first son, baby Matthew. Then, just 17 days later, he would also lose his son.

In those moments, Matt’s foundation was shaken to the core. Up to that time, Matt had trusted in God. He trusted that God cared for him and his family. He trusted that God held them in His hand, and he trusted that God’s ways were higher than his own ways. Still, he was at a crossroads. Would he continue to trust God and believe that He still loved him, or would he turn away?

Today, I’m joined by Matt Accurso and his pastor, Matt McCloghry. Even through the deep loss in Matt’s story, you will find that this is still very much a Conversation of Hope.

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Steven Curtis Chapman | "Still" a New Album from SCC Sep 18, 2022

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This past week, I sat down with one of my all-time favorite singer/songwriters, Steven Curtis Chapman. We discussed Alabama football (or cheerleading), adoption, the challenges of life and the true HOPE we have in Jesus Christ, and we talked about his upcoming brand new album, "Still", available on October 14th.
Steven has spent the last 35 years writing and performing genre-defining songs that shaped a generation. With a staggering 49 Number 1 singles in his catalog, he is the most awarded artist in Christian music history, winning 59 GMA Dove Awards, five GRAMMY Awards, an American Music Award, and selling more than eleven million albums with ten RIAA-Certified Gold or Platinum albums.
In short, Steven Curtis Chapman is synonymous with contemporary Christian music. After so much success, some might think recording a new album would be second nature. But for Steven, starting a new chapter wasn't so easy. The ever-present inner critic whispering "can he do it again?" made the hitmaker question whether making
new music was the right move.
I think you will agree with me that as long as Steven has something to share, we want to hear it. Listen to our Conversation of Hope with Steven Curtis Chapman!
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Show Hope: https://showhope.org
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George Dennehy | Overcoming Obstacles for God's Glory Sep 11, 2022

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When I was about 9 or 10 years old, my parents bought me a little guitar and signed me up for guitar lessons. I was pretty excited at the thought of being able to play, not realizing that it would take years of practice to be good enough to call it music.

Although I continued to play, lessons lasted about 2-3 years. I remember having to press so hard on the strings to get a decent sound. Those steel strings felt like they were cutting into my fingers. My songs sounded nothing like those on the radio. It was so frustrating.

If you have ever played an instrument you probably can relate. Well, imagine trying to play the guitar or the piano without fingers. Imagine playing without hands. How about no arms?

Today’s guest not only plays guitar and piano, but he functions normally through life without arms. His name is George Dennehy. I met George at an adoption event years ago and was inspired by his story of being born without arms in an orphanage where he was severely malnourished. His adoptive parents encouraged him to learn to play instruments.

He was actually so impressive on the guitar that the Goo Goo Dolls heard him playing on YouTube back in 2012 and invited George to join them onstage during a concert to play their song, “Iris.”

Today, George speaks across the nation about overcoming obstacles and his faith in Jesus Christ. His story also includes being adopted from a Romanian orphanage and growing up in a large family of adopted children.

I know that George’s story will inspire you so enjoy my Conversation of Hope with George Dennehy.

Reach out to George and invite him to be a part of your event or church service. You won’t be disappointed.

Hebrews 4:16 is a great reminder that we can accomplish more than we sometimes think because God is always there to help.
“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”

Challenges will always be there, but if we can tackle them knowing that we don’t need to do it in our own strength, they don’t seem so big. And if you think your next challenge is too big, grab a guitar and try to play it with your toes. It can be done!
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