Bästa Shannon Popkin podcaster (2024)

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God's Astonishing Response to the Faith of Just One {Shadia Hrichi} 35:30

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What would God do if there was only one in a city of thousands, who wanted to be rescued by him? And what if that one person was a prostitute? On the Live Like It's True podcast, we're talking about the astonishing story of the spies God sent to Jericho—not for a reconnaissance mission, but a mission to rescue a prostitute named Rahab. Guest: Shadi…

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Episode 102: How to Rescue Your Family from the Trap of Entitlement—with Kristen Welch 49:37

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As our children grow up, they may start to handle some things themselves. This could be chores, getting up on time, or saving up their allowance or earned money whenever they want a new toy. This is a natural part of getting older, but as a parent, it can be difficult to navigate when to step in and when is it healthy to let your child fail. There …

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How to Live Like It's True that God has Control {Kori Pennypacker} 45:53

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How has God used a storm to show you that you're not in control? And how has he used that storm to invite you to surrender control to Him? In this episode of the Live Like It's True podcast, Kori Pennypacker of Bible2School.com and I are talking about the story of Jonah—the prophet who stubbornly tried to run away from God and was swallowed by a wh…

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Episode 101: How to Care for a Child with a Painful Past—with Jayne Schooler 39:57

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A number of years ago during one of our Michigan winters, our kids had a snow day off of school. What should have been a fun memory for our daughter became really scary since she suffered a sledding accident that put her in the hospital. She went through surgery and weeks at home in a wheelchair. To make matters worse, when she finally returned to …

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The Surprise of Suffering and Empowering Truth {Amy Lively} 48:58

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How do you expect the story to go, once you begin following Jesus? Do you anticipate bigger and better realities for your life? Have you considered suffering might be part of the equation? In this episode of Live Like It's True, Amy Lively and I discuss Peter's misconception about suffering and the hopeful truth that Jesus offers him. Guest: Amy Li…

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Episode 100: How to Support Your Adult Kids as a Grandparent—with The Teigen Family! 1:08:08

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This is an exciting podcast for us since it’s our 100th episode! Wow! We are so grateful for every one of our guests who have joined us to encourage us in our faith and in loving our family well. We are also truly grateful for all of you who have tuned in, listened, and supported the ministry of the Growing Home Together podcast. We have the honor …

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The Truth About Comparison, When You're the Mom with Less {Lara d’Entremont} 45:16

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What if that other mom is able to raise six kids and chickens, plus make her own cheese, and you can barely keep up with your one child and keep him from the brink of disaster? Listen on: Apple | Spotify | Other Guest: Lara d’Entremont Bible Passage: Parable of the Talents - Matthew 25:14-30 Freebie: Live Like It's True Workbook Resound Media: Go t…

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Episode 99: How to Build a Strong Relationship with Your Adult Child—with Jim Burns 51:58

2M ago51:58

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In this stage of life with our middle schooler, it is pretty clear what our job description is as his parents. He needs us to provide clean clothes, food in the fridge, some help with his homework, drive him everywhere, and pay for his schooling and extracurriculars. We are his biggest cheerleaders and guides as he is doing this work of growing up.…

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A "Lifequake" Story of God's Faithfulness and New Beginnings {Tracie Miles} 39:12

2M ago39:12

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Have you experienced a "Lifequake"? Perhaps an unwanted divorce, a job loss, a health or financial crisis? Tracie Miles and I talk about the context of Jeremiah 29:11—and what is and isn't promised to us in our lowest moments of exile. Tracie's story of God's faithfulness will inspire, challenge, and equip you for the new beginnings up ahead. Guest…

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Jesus's Assurance & Challenge for a Wounded Doubter {Dr. Michelle Bengtson} 34:55

2M ago34:55

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Have you ever doubted that the Bible is true? That people could rise from the dead? That Jesus is really God? Today on the Live Like It's True podcast, Dr. Michelle Bengtson and I are talking about a wounded doubter named Thomas, and how Jesus responded. Find out how Jesus offers you both assurance and a challenge as well. Guest: Dr. Michelle Bengt…

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Episode 98: How to Disciple Your Kids with Confidence and Joy—with Christie Thomas 48:17

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If we could use one word to describe Christian parents right now it would probably be “overwhelmed.” Parents feel overwhelmed by their busy schedules, concern of how culture will influence their kids, insecurity in their own ability to teach their kids about Jesus, or even the pressure to get everything right. Our guest is bringing a word of encour…

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The Story that Will Make You Re-Think Your Scars {Dr. Michelle Bengtson} 35:37

3M ago35:37

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Have you ever tried to hide your scars? And what about your hidden scars on the inside? Do you try to cover over the most painful parts of your life? And have you looked forward to having no scars in heaven? Today on the Live Like It's True podcast, Dr. Michelle Bengtson and I had a conversation that I think might make you rethink any misconception…

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How to Change Your Brain, Using Stories Of The Bible {Dr. Alan Weissenbacher} 39:34

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Did you know your brain can change? And did you know willpower isn't what makes the change? This was a fascinating conversation with Dr. Weissenbacher on the Live Like It's True podcast, giving you some of the science that supports what we do here on the podcast. Rehearsing stories from the Bible can change your life! Listen to learn how. Guest: Dr…

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Episode 97: Building a Strong and Loving Christian Marriage—with Chad and Emily Van Dixhoorn 46:05

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We got married when we were pretty young after we met at Bible college. Needless to say, we had a lot of lofty ideas about what our Christian marriage would look like. We thought we would never argue, never lose our temper, keep the romance alive all the time, and always put each other first. While we meant every word of our vows and we have stayed…

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How Jadedness Blinds You and Simple Faith Makes You See {Melissa Spoelstra} 47:49

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How has your jadedness kept you from seeing clearly? And how could simple faith open your eyes to the truth? Melissa Spoelstra and I are talking about a story in the Bible, where people were divided in how they saw Jesus after he leaned down and made mud by spitting in the dirt. The line dividing these people—and us today—will ultimately separate t…

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Episode 96: How To Help Your Teen Girl Escape The Comparison Trap—with Shannon Popkin and Lee Nienhuis 55:19

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When I (Joanna) was in middle school, I can remember having a love of learning, I enjoyed being outdoors and moving through childhood content with who I was. It wasn’t until I moved to a new school and got my hands on my first Seventeen Magazine that it seemed like I was overwhelmed with feelings of not being enough. I felt like I wasn’t pretty eno…

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When You Can't See Why, But You Trust God Anyway {Carol Kent} 28:19

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Why God? I don't understand why you're doing this? Have you ever cried out to God with a prayer like this? Last time we talked with Carol Kent about that horrifying day she got the unthinkable news that her son was being arrested for first degree murder. We talked about, "When God Says You Must Lay Down Your Isaac," and compared Carol's experience …

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When God Says You Must Lay Down Your Isaac {Carol Kent} 36:01

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Have you ever been tested by God? Has he asked you to lay down someone or something that is precious to you, just like he asked Abraham to place Isaac on the altar? In this episode of Live Like It's True, Carol Kent tells her painful story of laying her precious son on the altar, before the Lord. Learn how to respond in faith when God asks you for …

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Vulnerable Faith, When it's Too Risky to Hope {Hope Blanton & Chris Gordon} 52:29

4M ago52:29

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What if God eavesdropped on your heart? Would he hear you sighing and scoffing about impossible situations? Would he see you rolling your eyes at the idea things could change? In this conversation with Hope Blanton and Chris Gordon on the Live Like It's True Podcast, we're discussing the day God came to lunch at Sarah's table, and inviting her to b…

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The Truth About God's Control When You Feel Threatened {Beth Runkle} 46:47

5M ago46:47

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God is in control. We say that, but sometimes it's hard to believe it with the whole world seems to be coming unhinged. In this episode of Live Like It's True I'm talking with military spouse, Beth Runkle, about a section of Sarah's story that is hard to read. Abram has put Sarai in a vulnerable position and she's taken by Pharaoh into his harem wh…

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The Interesting and Surprising Origin Story of God's People {Courtney Doctor} 30:02

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Have you considered the magnitude of God's promises to you? Has your life been shaped by those promises, the way Abraham and Sarah's were? I'm so grateful for Courtney Doctor and her brilliant mind. Don't miss part one of this great conversation. This time, we're talking about all of the surprises tucked into the origin story of God's people. Guest…

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The Surprise of the Story is That God Takes Initiative {Courtney Doctor} 29:35

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When Courtney was in her early twenties, she was in a church membership class, where the gospel was being explained and she kept raising her hand, saying, "I chose God. I know; I was there..." Can you relate with the sense that you were the one who chose God? What if your story is actually one of God taking the initiative? And what if that was actu…

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The Astonishing Resurrection of a Dead Marriage, Past Hope {Jill Savage} 34:42

5M ago34:42

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If you don't know what to do because your husband doesn't seem to love you anymore, and you're worried your marriage is dead, this conversation about what God did in my friend Jill's marriage offers so much hope. Jill Savage is an author and speaker, and she and her husband Mark do marriage coaching—which might surprise you if you heard part one of…

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When He Lies And Betrays: One Wife's Story Of Redemption {Jill Savage} 32:49

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She never expected what she saw on his phone that night. And no one expected the surprise ending to their story. Joining me on the Live Like It's True podcast, Jill Savage tells her story of discovering her husband's affair, and how God sustained her through a very difficult season. This is part one of a two-part conversation of redemption and hope…

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From Trauma to Testimony: One Mom's Story of Tenacious Faith {Sana Latrease} 33:30

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When Sana when through the trauma of almost losing her nineteen-year-old son in a car crash, she did the unexpected: she shared the forty-three day experience on social media and asked the world to pray that God would do the impossible. Why? Because—as she says—then, "Everyone will know it was God." In part two of this conversation with Sana Latrea…

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From Trafficked to Triumph: One Woman's Faith Story {Sana Latrease} 35:39

5M ago35:39

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Where was God, when a little girl was being trafficked by the mother who should have kept her safe? On the Live Like It's True podcast, I'm talking Sana Latrease to talk about her story of God's faithfulness, even in the middle of her childhood trauma. This isn't the story Sana would have written, but it's the story God wrote for her. Also check ou…

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One Woman's Painful Trial and Promise-Driven Perspective {Gabriela Puente} 43:41

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At age 27, Gaby's cancer treatment are narrowing her options for one day having children. Yet Gaby walks this painful path between her trial and God's promises with perspective and hope. She shares her story in my latest episode on the Live Like it's True podcast. Gaby's story is also highlighted in my new Bible study, Shaped by God's Promises: Les…

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Faith Tested: One Missionary Kid's Story of Commissioning in Crisis {Heather Cofer} 33:59

5M ago33:59

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Would you ask your twelve-year-old to bravely live her faith, in a time of crisis? In part two of our conversation, Heather Cofer shares the story of her twelfth birthday in Mongolia and how—even when she was so afraid—her dad commissioned her to walk by faith. She also tells about the crisis her husband's family (also missionaries in Mongolia) fac…

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How to be Happy, Minus the Envy and Comparison {Melissa Kruger} 40:06

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Have you been comparing yourself? Are you envious of someone God has treated "better" than you? In a story about envious grumblers who are comparing, Jesus invites you to be one of the happy ones instead. Guests: Melissa Kruger Bible Passage: Laborers in the Vineyard - Matthew 20:1-16 ESV Get your Freebie: The Live Like It's True Workbook Mentioned…

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When God Says You Need to Leave Everything You Love {Heather Cofer} 28:35

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What if God asked you to leave everything you love? Would you do it? Heather Cofer talks about her experiences as a child in Mongolia which still shape her life today. Heather's story is highlighted in my new Bible study, Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith. Whether you're here because you're reading that book, or you're …

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Episode 95: Holding on to Hope in a Hard Parenting Season—with Erica Wiggenhorn 59:26

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“A mom is only as happy as her unhappiest child.” Have you seen this quote floating around social media? It’s caught our eyes more than a few times. I think for a lot of us as parents, this phrase can feel accurate because when our child is hurting or struggling, it becomes the main focus of our lives. Our emotions can get all tangled up in their a…

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When She Has More Wealth And I Want What's Fair {Lydia Brownback} 51:14

6M ago51:14

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Why does she have more? Why do I have less? And what does Jesus say, when I want what's fair? In this episode of the Live Like It's True Podcast, we're looking at a story Jesus told in response to these very questions—the parable about the bigger barns. I'm so honored to have Lydia Brownback, author of the Flourish Bible Studies, joining me for thi…

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Episode 94: Simple Habits for Un-Complicating Life—with Brenda Yoder 53:05

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Does your calendar have nearly every square filled to the brim? For most families, May is a particularly busy time of year with graduation parties, school concerts, sports, final exams, and all the things that go along with wrapping up the school year. Even with such a busy schedule, we can get to the end of a packed-out day and still feel like we …

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The Right and Wrong Way to Compare Sin {Lindsay Schott} 1:06:11

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Have you ever felt unworthy, because of your sin? Or have you every tried to comfort yourself by comparing with someone who sinned in worse ways that you? In this series, we're looking at comparison stories that Jesus told, and this one is a story about comparing sin. But it's a story with a twist that might surprise you in the best way—especially …

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Episode 93: Coming Together as a Blended Family—with Sabrina McDonald 52:43

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When we got married over 30 years ago, we learned right away that growing a strong relationship would be a never-ending process. In our years together, we keep blending our personalities, habits, and the good and bad in our backgrounds so that we can love each other well and accomplish the oneness that God designed for marriage. For couples who mar…

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Jesus's Backward but Foolproof Way to Be Great {Kelly Needham} 58:07

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"Which of us is the greatest, Jesus?" Jesus's response to the disciples might surprise you, but it also might bright you comfort and peace. There's a foolproof way to be great in the kingdom of God, and it's backward from the way of the world. Want to learn the secret? Join Kelly Needham and I on the Live Like It's True Podcast, as we talk about Je…

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The Truth From Jesus When You Compare Sin {Tasha Calvert} 40:22

7M ago40:22

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What if Jesus could read your thoughts about other people's sins? And what about your own sins? Do you have shameful secrets that seem too awful to even confess? In this episode, we're going to consider a story Jesus told at a dinner party where someone was comparing sin. It's a story that exposes our false narratives about sin, and invites us into…

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Episode 92: How to Help Your Kids Cope with Anxiety—with Kelly Boprie 36:52

7M ago36:52

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This week on the podcast, we're revisiting an excellent conversation originally shared in 2021. Anxiety remains a challenge for many children and families (including ours). While you’ll hear references to COVID-19 in this episode (as this was recorded in the height of shutdowns), the practical tips for anxiety are well worth revisiting so we can be…

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Jesus's Warning About Your Obsession With Your Appearance {Heather Creekmore} 46:52

7M ago46:52

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What would Jesus say about your efforts to get healthy? When you wake up in the morning, is your first thought about what you ate the night before? Has your lifelong obsession been to finally like what you see in the mirror? With the launch of Comparison Girl for Teens, I've invited a number of guests to join me on the Live Like It's True podcast, …

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How Teens Can Thrive in a World of Comparison {Lee Nienhuis} 44:15

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When a teen walks into a room, statistics show that there's an 80% chance she believes she doesn't belong there. She wonders, Am I okay? What are they thinking? How do I measure up? In our new book, Comparison Girl for Teens we're inviting teens to find new freedom, confidence and true influence in the middle of a world that compares. Guest: Lee Ni…

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Episode 91: Connection is the Key to Healing Your Child's Heart—with Jenni Lord 43:45

7M ago43:45

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Adopting our youngest son through the foster care system ten years ago was truly one of life’s greatest gifts. But one thing we didn’t fully understand as we looked forward to a bright future with our beloved little boy was just how much trauma a child suffers when they’re separated from their birth parents. Like many foster and adoptive parents, w…

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Episode 90: How to Overcome Differences in Your Marriage—with Kari Trent Stageberg 42:54

8M ago42:54

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There’s a common misconception that it's always the big things—like dishonesty or infidelity—that cause marriages to fall apart. But the truth is, many marriages experience death by a thousand cuts as small areas of misalignment add up over time. Every marriage has its squabbles, clashes, and little flare-ups of friction. Over our more than 30 year…

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Episode 89: How to Restore a Joyful Spirit in Your Home—with Tama Fortner 26:48

8M ago26:48

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We all have wish lists in life—wishes for bigger houses, more quality time with our spouses, or even just a simple wish for better weather. While there’s nothing wrong with dreaming, we find our spirits dragging when we grow too preoccupied with the parts of life we wish would change. When this mindset takes over, it can prevent us from finding joy…

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Episode 88: How to Equip Your Son to Overcome Lies with God's Truth—with Erin and Jason Davis 47:01

9M ago47:01

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Raising our two sons has been one of the most rewarding journeys of our lives. If you have boys of your own, you know that parenting sons comes with its own unique set of blessings and challenges. One skill we strive to help our sons build is the ability to overcome the lies they encounter in life. We want to help them better understand what’s true…

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Episode 87: How to Navigate Screen Time with Your Kids—with Arlene Pellicane 46:25

9M ago46:25

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Our son entered middle school this year and he is growing in all sorts of new and fun ways! He outgrew his shoe size, his appetite is bigger, he’s grown a wider circle of friends, and he’s definitely sleeping longer and longer hours. Along with that growth, his desire and appetite for screen time is growing bigger too! Honestly, navigating our son’…

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Episode 86: What It Really Means to Lead Your Family Spiritually—with Dana Che Williams 51:03

10M ago51:03

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The goal of our ministry has always been to help you care for the soul of your family and help you nourish relationships that keep God at the center of your home. We know that many couples desire the closeness and encouragement of sharing their faith with their husband or wife. Instead, they feel a painful sense of disappointment when their spouse …

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Saying Yes to Mercy Opportunities is Risky but Good {Amy DiMarcangelo} 58:07

10M ago58:07

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Refugees. Trafficking victims. Addicts. Adoption. Homeless. When faced with opportunities to show extravagant mercy, we think, But what if I go into debt? This could be a trap. If I bring her into my home, will we be safe? What if there's corruption? Yet what sounds like the voice of wisdom, is actually the voice of fear. I'm joined by Amy DiMarcan…

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How to Disciple the Children You Love with Stories {Trillia Newbell} 33:44

10M ago33:44

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Do you long to pass on your faith to your children, grandchildren, nieces and neighbors? How can you disciple the children you love in on-the-go moments of life? The stories in the Bible are simple enough to be grasped by children, yet profound enough for adults to spend their lives pondering. In this bonus episode on the Live Like It's True podcas…

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Episode 85: Following Your Dreams as a Couple—with Kathi & Roger Lipp 43:22

10M ago43:22

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Before you got married and into the first year of marriage, you probably spent hours dreaming about what your life would look like together. But today those dreams may feel far out of reach. Your marriage may have settled into a predictable routine that seems impossible to get out of. You may even feel like you're stuck in a rut and have lost your …

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When You Are Weak and He is Strong {Emily Jensen} 51:32

10M ago51:32

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What is your weakness, and what does God think about it? Join Emily Jensen and me for a conversation about ineloquent Moses and his assignment from God that felt impossible. Learn how to live like it's true that your weakness isn't a problem for God. Guest: Emily Jensen Bible Passage: Moses Given Powerful Signs - Exodus 4:10-17 Get your Freebie: Th…

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