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Katherine Singer
Grace Moments is an invitation to deeper conversation surrounding issues concerning mental health, suffering, and finding faith in your darkest moments. Join host Katherine Singer and other inspiring guests in discovering how to hold on to belief and live in hope in the face of life's greatest tragedies. Begin your own journey today of learning what it means to experience the power of Grace at work in your life, always meeting you exactly where you are.
As humans, we often have the propensity to get in our own way - to self-sabotage, self-destruct, and throw away our potential because we’ve lost sight of our real purpose. Today’s guest, Derrick Moore, knows all about that. A recovering addict, author, and motivational speaker, Derrick is here to talk all about what it takes to change your life and get out of our own way and why God is all about second chances. You’ll be inspired by this conversation!
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Redemption stories are a big theme here at Grace Moments. We believe in the power of hope and God to bring good out of any pain or personal failure and love having guests on who personify these truth. Today’s guest is no exception. Tullian Tchividjian was a well-known pastor, author, and speaker with a pretty good faith pedigree to boot as the grandson of Billy Graham. But a very public downfall left him with a broken life, broken family, and no ministry. Having recently written a book in which he vulnerably lays out his failures and the journey to forgiveness and redemption he’s been on since, he’s kindly agreed to sit down and talk about what he’s learned and how he’s experienced the mercy of God. Regardless of what you may have heard in the past about his story, I hope you’ll listen to his thoughts today as he shares his journey, his passion for helping others discover God’s radical grace, and how the faith community can be better at confession and forgiveness.
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There are sadly moments in our human experience where it becomes evident that a season of our life is coming to an end... where a goodbye you never thought you'd have to say is inevitable or a painful but necessary walking away has to take place. In one way or another, it has become clear that you don't belong "there" anymore. Bad breakups, divorces, getting passed over for a promotion at work, moves, friendships going sour, job changes - all these things test how gracefully we can transition from one chapter to another. And this episode gives you some key lessons that will help make this a bit smoother.
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Prayer can seem so ordinary and so routine if you are a person of faith who shares a relationship with God. It is natural to utilize prayer to petition or bless Him for various situations in this life. But sometimes there can be a limit to how honest we're willing to get with Him in our prayer life, almost like we've placed a holy limit on how raw and real it's okay to get with God about ourselves and circumstances. This episode explores our need for unedited prayers and why practicing candidness is not only alright but invited by Him. Come, let's spend a few minutes together and perhaps discover a deeper honesty in our conversations with the Divine.
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Each one of us keeps our own personal trophy case in our heart where passions or meaningful achievements live. While it is great to be proud of things we've accomplished, if our successes are all that define us, we will be disappointed and let down when we feel others haven't validated those successes as we'd hoped. We can also sometimes start to treat our faith this way as if bringing our trophies to God somehow earns us special points. This episode discusses why God alone should have your heart and why it's important in life to do things "as unto the Lord and not for human praise."
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As we encounter personal, spiritual, relational, and overall general challenges in life, it can be easy to become cynical, jaded, and despairing about the condition of others, ourselves, and even life itself. Differences in opinion, practice, personality, and even the existence of pain and loss can get in the way of finding the good around and within us. This episode is a caution against allowing the bad parts to cloud and overshadow the good ones and why negative thinking always has to be held in check. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
There are moments in life when we all come across problems that seem to be far too insurmountable - situations that, to the human perspective, feel impossible. And sometimes, these can lead us to question if said circumstances are too hard... even for God. In this episode, we'll tackle the issue of unbelief and why knowing the dependable track record of God is key to having hope and good mental health. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Home is a place many of us have mixed feelings about: some have pleasant memories, others do not. Whether it was the one you grew up in or the place you live now, home has a powerful impact on your mental state - for good or bad. This episode unpacks the important role home plays in our well-being and why protecting the peace and sacredness of its space matters so much.Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
We have a mixed and complicated relationship with doubts. We all have them but we also despise them because they scare us and cause us to ask things that make us uncomfortable. Especially in faith circles, doubt can sometimes be looked down upon. So this episode aims to untangle misconceptions surrounding doubt and help us see the helpful place these questions have in solidifying our beliefs. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Easter is coming up, and this episode is a refreshing reminder that God's redeeming work isn't just relegated to Him alone - He invites us to join with Him in the restoring plan He is working out... one that is constantly ongoing and active. And because He rose, we have hope and can rise and be transformed in our own lives. If you're struggling with old patterns that die hard or pain that seems pointless, you will find this uplifting.Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Gardening terms are often commonly used in Bible passages as ways for God to describe His cultivating and transformative work in our lives. But, in today's not-so-agrarian world, we can be a bit removed from these metaphors and the picture they produce of our own hearts and journeys. Today's episode shows you a handful of lessons we can learn from gardens about spiritual growth. Whether or not you're into gardening yourself, you'll find this encouraging. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
While less familiar to the faith community now than in generations past, the hymns have offered a solace for people in suffering that few other things can afford. Perhaps surprisingly, many of the authors of the great hymns we know were themselves individuals who struggled greatly with pain and problems. This episode is a reminder that your situation is no different than that of others, and you are not alone in what you are going through. The same trust that sustained these pioneers of the faith can also sustain you. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
We all hold certain limiting ideas and lies that shape how we think and act. While the truth is always there and will always come out eventually, some of us have a hard time opening ourselves up to what it may show us and how it may change our life and beliefs. This episode is a challenge to not only identify what your personal lies are but also how they may be holding you back from the life God wants for you. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
While perhaps not in the literal sense, exile seasons happen to all of us. We go through times when we feel incredibly dislocated, uprooted, and uncertain. Everything feels unpredictable, and we struggle to adapt and thrive in the midst. This week's episode takes you to the word God gave the exiled Hebrews through Jeremiah and reminds you to look for what God is doing in your life, even in personal times of exile that seem so unsure and difficult. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Mental wellness isn’t just about learning how to balance our thoughts and emotions and make peace with our past or present. It also involves a physical aspect as well. Healing must come from the inside out. Pulling on her experience as a wellness educator, Stephanie Singleton is our guest on the podcast to talk about how to bring our bodies into alignment, how to move trauma through them, breathing, techniques for relaxation, dietary adjustments, and more. Whether you're a boss, employee, or just an individual looking to eliminate some unnecessary stress in your life and get healthier, you will find this discussion helpful. Join us for an insightful chat about helping your mind, body, and soul be the best they can be! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
With it being Valentine's Day this week, today's episode is dedicated to the topic of relationships... but particularly, people-differences in relationships. God has created each one of us as unique persons with our own ways of doing and thinking and being but sometimes, those differences, however attractive initially, can become incredibly annoying over time. In this episode, you'll learn about how to see both yourself and others in a new light, hopefully leading to better communication, compassion, understanding, and healthier community as we learn how to "love one another" in the ways we each receive and give it best. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
All of us deal with anger at different times over different things. Some of it is warranted and some, not. Most of the time, our anger ends up hurting ourselves and others instead of being harnessed to point us toward deeper things that must be addressed. Anger is built into us to be our warning sign, yet we often ignore it as such. In this episode, you'll find a frank discussion on what science and faith have to say about anger and why getting control of it is so important. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Common things like loss, trauma, transition, health problems, and adversity of any kind are certainly frequent and obvious contributors to mental distress. But what the health industry doesn't often talk about are the subtle things in our daily routines and diet and products that are equally, if not more so, adding to the mental issues we are dealing with. Today's episode touches on some surprising data and discoveries that prove the healing changes we need may not involve such drastic intervention - they can simply be done at home, given the proper knowledge. You'll find this one interesting and helpful!Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Suffering has a way of skewing our view and sowing lies in our mind that things are so bad they can never get better. It's a common, human problem to assume the worst after you've experienced the worst. But hope means we keep turning our faces into the dark and believing that the pain won't last forever, and sun will shine again. Digging into the wisdom of a 19th century poem, this episode will look at why it matters so much that you wait expectantly for the dawn. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
People using religious means to emotionally hurt and manipulate others is becoming a real concern in communities of faith. And the even more disturbing thing is that churches and faith leaders are turning a blind eye to it and are ill-equipped to handle it. This episode is a candid discussion with previous guest Rachel (Redman) Skidmore about how to address this and why the faith community needs to become a house of hope instead of a house of pain. Disclaimer: There were some audio issues at the beginning of the interview which cleared up as the episode went on, so please feel free to adjust the volume as needed. Also, while we tried to keep this episode as positive as possible, this topic may prove to be triggering for some people, so listen at your own discretion. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Most of us have areas of our lives in which we are trying to change and grow but sometimes, it seems like are seeing little progress even with all of our efforts. We need to remember that God has given us all we need and that maybe, the key to getting from where we are to where we want to be is simply to start accessing what's already available to us. This episode will help you see that God has already given you what you need in order to change your life - you just to have start harnessing it! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
We've just ushered in a new year, fresh with hopes and dreams and goals. Yet, it seems as though all people everywhere, and especially people of faith, need a bit of joy. Challenges and uncertain times in recent months and years have taken their toll and many feel more discouraged and defeated than ever. This episode will infuse you with a much-needed reminder that joy can be found in (and is commanded in!) every situation and that God offers us so many reasons to take delight in Him because He takes delight in us. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
As we say goodbye to another year and look ahead to the next, today's episode helps us understand the value of distinguishing what to hold onto and what to let go of. There will likely be things we take with us going forward and things we choose to leave behind and the goal in it all is to make certain that, in looking back or in looking ahead, we don't stay stuck. Headed into a new year, that seems to be a good message for all of us! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
As Christmas approaches, it's a good time to remind ourselves of why Christ came to earth in the first place: to "make His blessing flow, far as the curse is found." Digging into the beloved carol, "Joy To The World," this episode helps us remember that God is always in the process of redeeming this fallen world and that every circumstance is aimed at that end, even the things that are confusing or hard. Your holidays will be uplifted by this message! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Julie Randall was informed over a decade ago that she was going to die. Stage 4. Cancer. She was given a short timeline of survival. But this determined wife and mother of two decided that this wasn’t going to be her death sentence. She would find a way to beat the disease. In facing death, she discovered how to live. Join today’s episode for a fascinating conversation about attitude and overcoming the odds, groundbreaking advances in cancer cures, the power of bold promises, and how to not wait until you’re struck by tragedy to start fully living. Disclaimer: While the views in this conversation are more scientific and do not reflect a blatantly Christian tone as per the usual on this podcast, there are still many informative things to be taken from this interview, and Grace Moments is grateful to Julie for her time and her story!Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
This episode takes you through a few of the most recent books I’ve read on suffering and the lessons I learned from each author along the way. All three stories we look at today share a theme in common: loss. And the truths these people discovered in their grief have the power to change our view of suffering. You’ll be challenged by this one!Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
We all love lightbulb moments - times when we suddenly see things with clarity like never before. We also love it when it happens to someone else. But the truth is, we can’t rush that moment. Nothing we say or do will bring it any faster because each of us has to be ready to accept and understand that reality and sometimes, coming into or being brought into that reality before we’re ready does more harm than good. This week’s podcast focuses on why giving the comprehension process time is of utmost importance and largely determines the outcome of transformation.Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
As Thanksgiving Day will be celebrated in the United States this week, this episode serves as a short but poignant reminder of God’s goodness, love, and faithfulness in all circumstances and why having a posture of thankfulness is so very important.Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Hope is important. But unless it is placed within a spiritual context, it becomes nothing more than optimism. In this episode, we're going to be talking about the importance of hope and why we need it. But not just why we need hope itself but more importantly, why we need the God of hope Himself. This will really lift your spirits if you're facing a challenging time! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
A key facet to achieving mental wellness is learning the value of non-negotiables - identifying and sticking to certain principles that are unwaveringly true parts of who you are, what you believe, and how you desire to live your life. Many of us, sadly, compromise these things in an effort to please others and end up becoming a version of ourselves that isn't authentic and real. This episode will encourage you to unashamedly live out the things that mean the most to you and to not be afraid to pay attention to that gut instinct that God put inside you to help guide you on the way. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Worry is a real thing, and many of us deal with it on a regular basis. The problems we face can appear to be so pressing, so strong, that we forget to put them in perspective and instead, stress ourselves out over things that God has already told us not be anxious about. Worry is bad for our brains, for our overall health, and for our souls. And, in today's episode, we're going to be talking about how to deal with this issue and rediscover our peace in the midst of an anxious world. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
In times of extreme hardship, it can be difficult to remember that outsiders are watching how you handle what you're walking through. The way in which you carry your pain can reflect for good or bad on the faith you hold and the God you follow. Understanding this gives a whole new perspective to how and why you go through painful times - this isn't just about you and your own growth but also about making much of God and putting Him on display to a despairing world. This episode helps widen your view on suffering and remind you that the purposes of God for taking you through challenges are always bigger than you realize. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
It's common for those going through loss to have to process insensitive, awkward comments, suggestions, and opinions from others who have either not gone through something similar or who have forgotten what it felt like. These remarks can often be incredibly draining and distracting. Today's episode is aimed at helping those looking in from the outside to understand what grief is really like and why their compassion is so essential to helping the mourner move through their loss well. The information here will be very valuable for anyone seeking to grow their empathy and knowledge on loss and how to process it. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Human nature is prone to admit need or acknowledge weakness while also not being ready to accept the help or do the hard work of necessary change. In the mental health industry, many therapists and counselors see this problem often. The degree to which you're willing to take on the difficult work of healing is the degree to which you will recover your life and well-being. This episode is a challenge to those who are perhaps sitting on the fence regarding needed changes in their lives - an encouragement that the uncomfortable but necessary steps toward wholeness are always worth the time and effort. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
In a fast-paced world where nearly everything is accessible at our fingertips and we can obtain instant food, information, assistance, or experiences immediately, the average person has lost something of the ability to be patient and let things run their course. Past generations were, perhaps, better at allowing life to develop and trusting God for answers to prayer or resolutions that seemed impossible. For this episode, you will be reminded of the simple truth that, with God, delays don't always mean denials and sometimes, God intentionally lets things take longer in order to work out His perfect plans. Often, when it comes to anything worth appreciating, things take time. And we would do well to join with God in that timing and wait well for the eventual outcome. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Mental health research in the past several years is further exposing and emphasizing the critical link between a child's growing up experience and their eventual mental wellbeing (or lack thereof!) in later life. Studies show that how a little one is raised, for good or bad, shapes their overall perspective and their coping mechanisms that they will use to combat stress, suffering, and relational problems as they age. Many people who later seek counseling or therapy acknowledge that their issues stem from negative childhood patterns and experiences. This episode helps give parents, future parents, and individuals some tools that will make parenting kids (and yourself!) easier. This is a must listen for all who want to understand the link between childhood and mental health. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Much of life's journey is a movement from the house of fear - where concerns and doubts and worries and questions reside - into the house of love, where God lives: that place of home where we are free to be authentically ourselves and are taught how to do life in a new way... a way filled with gratitude, hope, joy, closeness, and fruitfulness. Sadly, many of us, even if we have begun this journey, still find ourselves emotionally and spiritually homeless. We need to be brought deeper into the house of love so we can taste even more what life in our Father's care is all about. This episode explores the difference between the two houses and why the house of love is for all prodigals searching for a place to belong. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Grace Moments is once again joined by neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren as he sits down and discusses his newly released book “Hope Is The First Dose.” This episode addresses some of the common struggles of trauma and loss and how you can find hope again after enduring a harsh season of suffering. It also unpacks how you can literally change your life by changing the way you think and why hope is where it all starts.
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Let's face it: sometimes there are seasons in life when we're just simply not okay. Crisis points happen and losses surprise and love fades and betrayals abound and pain occurs that threaten to tear us to shreds inside, and we're not sure we're going to make it... or even how to deal with and process what has taken place. Suffering has a way of stripping us of all forms of security and causing us to doubt if there truly ever is a sunrise on the other side of this darkness. A 19th century hymn-writer once wondered that too and today, we take a look at his story and how he found a way to sit with his sorrow while also choosing to still believe in his God. Even when you're not okay, there's a way to still be okay because God has promised it will be. Not that things will get better immediately or that everything that happens is always good, but there will be a day, one day, when you realize you made it. And in this episode, we'll talk about how to hang on until that happens. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
We live in an instant results society. Most of us, admittedly, aren't that great about being patient and holding out for the things or results we most want. Contentment isn't exactly our strong suit. But when it comes to certain things in life, waiting is the only way forward. There are situations that come up where all we can do is pray... and be still until God gives us an answer. And sometimes it can be extremely difficult if, after doing all that - and maybe for an extended period of time - God's outcome or response isn't what we hoped for. This episode aims to help us learn how to wait well. To exercise patience and to practice contentment when it feels like time is running thin on if (or when) you'll get an answer or resolution. If we're going to grow as people and know how to keep the faith when it seems like God is dragging His feet in certain areas of our life, we need to understand what it means to have hope when God delays. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Music has been shown to be a powerful aid in the maintenance and rebuilding of mental health. Scientific tests show that listening to music and specifically, the art of singing, do wonders for calming down our central nervous system and resetting the functions of the brain in times of stress. This obviously isn't a new concept as many passages of the Bible were written around varying aspects of song: praise and worship as well as laments. In this episode, we discuss the power of music to ground us in difficult times, using the chorus of a recently-released Christian song. You'll be reminded about the things that hold true regardless of the challenges life brings and that a risen and reigning Lord who loves you is always something worth singing about. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
The unpredictability of life can often make us feel like we're at the whim of uncontrolled chaos and pain, left to fend for ourselves on a sea of suffering with no end in sight. Hard times happen and sometimes, they come in ways that confuse us and make us question the hand of God in their midst. How you view the sovereignty and rule of God over the happenings of the world and your own individual life will often determine how you interpret the meaning behind what is happening to you, someone you love, or even the world in general. And this episode will specifically focus on Psalm 97 as a blueprint of how to better understand the workings of a righteous, just, and loving God amidst the sin and suffering of a fallen world. Your heart will be comforted as a result. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Life has a way of crushing our spirits, and many of us often find ourselves wanting to quit... or, at the very least, take a break... from the constant effort of trying to manage ourselves in the midst of the challenges we face. Taking care of our mental health, fighting against the forces that want to rob us of our peace and joy and faith, can be extremely taxing. Endurance and perseverance can be hard. But they are necessary. In the struggle for hope, there are no days off and in this episode, we're going to look at some of the key principles and tools that are critical to being able to withstand the heat of life's battles and overcome them victoriously. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
This world offers us so many opinions, perspectives, unsolicited advice, and agendas. There can be a whole lot of voices that speak into our lives, framing our identity (for good or bad!) and shaping our inner voice by which we talk to ourselves. Both our own inner voice and the voices of others can be extremely powerful, creating the lens through which we see life. And those voices can also be projected onto God and determine how we think He talks to us as well. What voices you are most tuned into and how you speak to yourself, as well as how you think God speaks to you, impact your outlook more than you know. That's why this episode will unpack the weight behind these voices and help you figure out how to untangle the ones that need to be muted in your life so you can better hear the voices that matter. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Most of us look at healing of any sort - physical, emotional, spiritual, mental - as being a destination. We picture it looking a certain way and find ourselves incredibly disappointed or even angry when it doesn't go the way we hoped. We've been taught to see healing as this end in itself rather than realizing that it's actually a process, a journey. Healing doesn't always mean the wound goes away or the cure is found. Healing is actually about trust and growth and learning to be refined in the midst of what we go through, even if the scars remain or the pain never go away. Reframing our view of recovery is vital to making sense of our suffering and how we change in the midst of it. If you are wanting to adjust how you look at healing in your own story and life, then today's episode is for you! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Do you struggle with finding the humility to admit when you're wrong? Are you always blaming your issues or behavior on somebody or something else instead of owning up to the fact that you might be missing something? Do you have a hard time accepting other perspectives and welcoming information that contradicts your long-held views? This episode will show you how to grow in your ability to see other sides to a subject, to embrace different points of view and know when to admit that you got it wrong. Having the maturity to change and learn is essential to a healthy life and mental state, so you will find this very helpful in understanding how to humble yourself and accept the insights of others and the truth of God. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Carey Conley's life was pretty normal...until it wasn't Within a couple short years, she lost both her husband, Ross and her son, Cole to suicide, leaving her and her daughter to carve out a life they never imagined - one without two of the people they loved the most. In the years since losing the two men in her life, Carey has shared her story of heartache in hopes of drawing awareness to mental health issues, including suicide, as well as helping people understand the journey and reality of grief and how to navigate it. Carey joins the podcast today to talk about how she's managed to survive her tragedy and how she's learning to transform loss into hope. You won't regret joining my incredible guest and me today as we talk about her story! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Since today's episode falls on Valentine's Day this year, its focus is around the larger concept of loving well - of what we ought to be praying for and desiring for one another, regardless of what sort of relationship we may be in. We were designed BY Love and FOR Love, and it is imperative that we reflect that in the way we invest in each other as friends or family. We are created to exhibit the heart of God in how we interact yet sadly, most of us practice relationship on a far more superficial level than He intended. Paul's prayer for the Ephesian believers so many centuries ago still rings true as a model of how God wants us to intentionally invest and build connection with one another. Today's episode will offer a lot of perspective and motivation when it comes to going deeper with the people in your life! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Leaders of any kind play a bigger role in the mental health of those they're in charge of than perhaps they really realize. Many don't understand how certain policies or approaches to running things may be negatively affecting those under their direction, causing unnecessary confusion, frustration, or emotional hurt. This episode is primarily aimed at leaders who want to better understand how to make changes in their workplace environment so that those who work for them are able to thrive and enjoy their job rather than be crushed by it. If you're a business owner, executive, pastor/ministry leader, athletic coach, military officer or NCO, teacher, or even just a parent or somebody looking to create a healthier atmosphere for those you care for, this is really worth a few minutes of your time. You'll take away some ideas that just might totally transform the work experience for those you lead! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Memories can be powerful things. They help us stay connected to deeply impactful parts of our stories and who we are. God designed our physical brains to be able to store and pull up important images, feelings, sensory experiences, and sounds that help us tap into things, people, and places worth remembering and learning from. But what about the memories that you'd rather forget? What about the things that are hard to forgive? What about the memories that kinda feel stuck inside your mind and you've yet to make peace with them or find a place for them in your life's landscape? Today's episode goes personal and draws from some thoughts I've had recently on reconfiguring memory - of how to reframe painful situations and choose how you want to travel with that memory going forward, however difficult it was. This is an important truth to sit with, so take a few minutes and listen in! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Psalm 23 is one of the best-know and well-loved passages of Scripture. Many quote it or recite it in moments of difficulty. Many learned it as children. But how many of us have actually stopped to do a deep dive into the truths contained in this short but powerful few verses? There are many cordials of comfort here for us to glean from, particularly in times of uncertainty or pain in our lives. In the seasons where it's easy to forget the goodness of God, Psalm 23 reminds us of what we can depend on and cling to, even when life is difficult or unknown. Today's episode takes a look at these truths and consoles our heavy, anxious spirits with the assurance of the Good Shepherd's provision, protection, and presence always. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
As we've just rung in a new year, many people are setting goals for themselves - New Year's resolutions - for 2023, and most of those goals include variations of trying to live a healthier, less distracted, more focused life. However, weeks down the road, a lot of folks have fallen back into their old routines and given up on the objectives they set for themselves. Every person, if they were honest, is probably living way below the potential and capability they have and have chosen to settle for the career and the life available to them instead of what's actually possible. This episode unpacks some of the common distractions and diversions that keep us from chasing the big, bold, beautiful life God intended for us and why it would do us all some good to take a step back from our normal rhythms and ask ourselves what life could look life if we gave ourselves permission to go after what truly fulfills and inspires us. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Many mental health issues stem from an unhealthy relationship with boundaries - either an established boundary has been violated or there never was one put in place to begin with. Most of us have never been taught the valuable impact of having healthy limitations in our lives, particularly relationally, that guard our limited yet precious inner resources and help us operate from the best of ourselves. Today, this episode looks at why boundaries are both biblical and essential for mental health and how we can establish them in a loving but honest way. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
All of us have storms we go through in life, some easily passed and others, endless. But either way, they are inescapable. Sadly, many don't ride out the storms that well and end up nearly drowning in their force. As we begin a new year and mark two years of Grace Moments' episodes, today's episode gives you a unique insight into how you can not only survive these powerful upheavals in your life but also learn to soar above them and allow them to take you to new heights of hope and faith as a result. Using the example of the eagle, we'll go through some practical lessons on how to not only navigate the storm but also, to rise above it. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Last year, my New Year's episode centered around a metaphoric "pile of stuff" I personally had to tackle come 2022. In that podcast, I shared about all the things I emotionally and mentally had to overcome in order to be "ready" to do the hard thing and close a bittersweet chapter in my life. I also challenged you to tackle your own infamous pile of stuff in the new year in hopes that we could keep each other accountable and inspire one another to get past what was holding us back. Now, I'm here to update you how my own journey with this went and hopefully encourage you that doing the hard things, however unpleasant, always pays off in the end. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Welcome to a special Christmas episode of Grace Moments, where we'll discuss the reasons why the arrival of Jesus in human form so long ago gives us both hope and strength for the personal challenges we face today. The simple fact that God loved humanity enough to send His own Son to earth in order to accomplish redemption's plan is proof that there is no length He won't go to in order to be with us and be Himself for us in whatever we're going through. Even if the holidays are hard for you this year, this episode will uplift your spirits as you reflect on the birth of Christ and the true reason for the season. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
So many of our struggles can be traced back to fear on some level, and most of us aren't taught how to properly engage fear in the way it deserves. Today's episode is going to take a look at the life of a man who knew about fear on a massive scale: multiple threats to his life, political upheaval, captivity... he saw it all. Yet, he understood how to combat his fear with truth, and there's a lot we can learn from his example. Come, take a few minutes to glance at the biblical story of Daniel and discover why it's possible to get a grip on the fears in your own life. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
In many situations, assumptions equate with a certain level of trust - by assuming something, we're placing some confidence or assurance in it. However, when it comes to the ways of the human heart, assumptions can be deadly. Where it involves the core relationships between ourselves and others or ourselves and God, assumptions can literally destroy trust and create distance between us and those we care about most. If we don't learn how to grow our own curiosity and make room for alternative story lines, we can damage connections in ways we would never dream or desire. Today's episode walks you through the importance of having an open mind instead of jumping to conclusions, especially where it involves somebody with a difficult past or mental distress. Understanding how to ask more questions instead of thinking you have it all figured out will save you a world of pain moving forward. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
For many, the holidays are a special time of celebration and tradition, of joining with loved ones and making memories that only come around once a year. Unfortunately, others don't have quite the same relationship with this season, and there is a lot of sadness, loneliness, depression, or confusion that comes with it. Past experiences or current hardships have made it difficult for them to appreciate and enjoy the holidays with any sort of pleasure. It's just a stretch of time to get through and cope with. This episode addresses this discrepancy and why it's important to come up with a game plan for how you're going to survive and salvage the holidays, even when it looks different from everyone else. Today, you're going to be given permission to create a meaningful season for yourself that reflects your story and your feelings and you'll also be encouraged to look for Jesus in the midst. If the holidays are hard for you, this episode will be valuable. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Welcome to episode #100 of Grace Moments! Thank you to everyone who has tuned in and supported it thus far. Cheers to many more!
When life is relatively easy, thanks can be a fairly obvious response. When God's gifts come in the form of answered prayers and favorable outcomes, we can quickly sum up the gratitude due to Him for working on our behalf. But when life gets hard and what comes from God's hand appears ugly and undesirable - when results aren't what we hoped they'd be, and pain is wreaking havoc on our life - thanks isn't often our natural response. It feels abnormal to bless God in the face of great trials and suffering. But the Bible's command and the science's data show us that gratitude is the way through shattered things. That God often gives some of His most precious gifts through the broken way and the more we learn to see and believe this for ourselves, the more we are able to walk into challenges with hope. Today's episode shows us some ways in which we can get better and practicing thanks in all circumstances and thus, fulfill God's will for our lives.
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The human brain and heart is wired for love, created for attachment and affection at its most basic level. God made us with the ability to desire closeness and acceptance. Sadly, many of us experience failures in this quest for satisfaction and turn to things like sex, money, careers, food, or even substance abuse to fill the longings of our heart that only God can meet. We've turned His good gifts into the ends in and of themselves that we convince ourselves will quench our inner thirst for contentment and peace, missing out on the real and true gift God wants to offer us: the gift of Himself. This episode explains why, if you keep drawing from the wells of human relationships, financial gain, worldly success, and the like, you'll continually keep coming up empty. But if you draw from the well of salvation and come to find your rest in the arms of the Giver of life abundant, you will never thirst again.
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As we've discussed many times on previous episodes, your thoughts are extremely powerful...and not always very productive or positive. How you manage your mental attitude and the beliefs and information you allow into your brain on a daily basis determines what kind of person you're becoming - for better or for worse. Most of us don't realize the role that we play in being a sort of gate-keeper or guard over our thoughts, checking to see if what is coming in is helpful or hurtful. Today's episode is going to give you tools on how to capture your thoughts - like taking prisoners in a war - and make sure that the beliefs you repeat yourself and the things you let in will allow you to find the abundant life Jesus spoke of and the life you most want to achieve.
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Grief is such a complicated and difficult process. Anyone who has encountered loss knows that it can be such an unpredictable, challenging journey as you try to make sense of what has happened and somehow figure out a way to move forward. But something many circles fail to address is the role that our core beliefs we bring into that loss inform and shape how we view it. Depending on whether they are true or false, those key thoughts and concepts determine how we grieve - how we see God in the midst of it, how we make space for our emotions, how we discover good as a result of it, how we grow from and in it. Without a proper analysis of our most basic perceptions about God, suffering, ourselves, and life, grief will inevitably expose the gaps in our theological thinking and threaten to drown us in a sea of doubt and fear. This episode will be help those grieving to identify the faulty thinking that may be intensifying their anguish as well as prepare those who will grieve to walk into it better prepared.
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Pain is a harsh but factual reality in all our lives. Yet many of us struggle to properly accept it or know how to develop an honest relationship with it. We find ourselves wrestling with the paradox that we can't escape it while also realizing that it has the capacity to help us grow and transform. Understanding how to relate to and harness the existence of pain in any form is a tough but necessary part of developing mental, spiritual, and emotional wellness. Because without pain, so much about who we turn into as people would be discounted. This episode talks about how the testing in your life shapes you and why developing a healthy connection with the presence of pain has the power to unleash great potential in our lives if we let it.
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Words are powerful! They have the ability to wound or to heal, to lift up or destroy, to enforce lies or to speak truth. Within the God-made vehicle of communication exists an entity that can either help us move our stories forward or keep us stuck in our past - can either kill or resurrect, speak death or speak life. Whether these words are aimed at ourselves to toward one another, the principle remains the same: how you use your words matters. Today's episode explores the power of words and their impact and why each of us needs to be aware and careful about the stuff coming out of our mouth each day. Because the truth is, our actual and literal health depend on words and how they're used.
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Most of us admit, at some point, that we want to change something about our personal life. We all make resolutions to "do better" and may even follow through for a bit of time. But realistically, many don't have the discipline nor the determination to actually stay the course and allow our lives to be transformed for the better. We can talk a good game but then fail when it comes to sticking out the process and letting growth do its work in developing habits and choices that reflect the life we say we want. In order for us to find personal peace, spiritual vitality, and mental wellness, we have to be willing to take ownership for our part in that journey. Just saying we want to change won't get us where we think we desire to be. This episode is a challenge to anyone who's been sitting on the fence when it comes to following through on changing their life and a reminder that real transformation begins with you - the attitude you bring, your desperation for help, and your ability to cooperate with the assistance God and others give you along the way.
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Everyone has their version of what the ideal life looks like. Everyone wants a "happily-ever-after" ending to their story when it comes to love, meaning, and personal success. Yet so often, we are confronted with the reality that we don't always get the perfect outcome that we wanted. Sometimes we must face and accept the painful fact that the hopes and dreams we had have cruelly fallen apart. This episode delves into this dilemma and why we actually are foolish to expect our perfect ending here in this broken world but also why there is a true "happily-ever-after" awaiting us in eternity if we will simply adjust our expectations and hold out for it in the meantime.
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Like all trees and shrubs, pruning is a necessary aspect of keeping our souls thriving. This sometimes involves painful and difficult situations that we'd rather avoid. But unless we are willing to welcome the refining work of God in our lives, none of the suffering we endure will make sense and we won't develop the strength to cut away things out of our own lives that no longer fit the larger purpose. This episode takes on a quick crash course in gardening and a lesson in John 15 about how and why God prunes us in order to grow us, change us, and help our lives to become fruitful in the long run.
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In order to really understand people and know how to help them through a time of crisis, we have to be students of them. We have to learn how to read the subtle because there will be times when others hide behind a mask and are afraid to tell us the truth. Becoming a pursuer and not a pry-er is a delicate yet necessary thing. Today's episode discusses how to observe and learn to pick up on the silence of others as well as their words - to realize that it's not always what they are saying as what they aren't saying that matters most.
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Part of discovering mental wellness is learning to get honest with yourself, others, and God about the un-named things in your life - the things that are uncomfortable to talk about, painful to remember, and that carry with them so much embarrassment, shame, and guilt. Today's guest has personal experience with this on a level most of us couldn't imagine. She's a college student, a rape survivor, and a beautiful soul who's proof that you can emerge from your tragedy stronger, braver, and more resilient. Rachel Redman joins the podcast today to share her story and inspire and inform you on how to get real with the hidden stuff in your life and, by bringing it into the light, find your own way to healing. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Most of us have moments when we just don't like ourselves. We get tired of dealing with our own drama and the complicated inner workings of our deepest souls. We get discouraged at ourselves, angry at ourselves, impatient with ourselves and this frustration can spill over into how we treat those around us too. In a word, we can often feel - untamed. Like untrained animals with wild sides we don't know how to control and are at the mercy of. This episode gets real and honest as we talk about how to deal with the complicated parts of ourselves, how to give ourselves grace to be human along the way, and why blaming others for your own problems is never the answer. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Knowing when to walk away can be one of the hardest things to ever figure out. Whether it be in relationships, employment, ministry, or personal achievement, making the decision to quit can feel like failure. But what if learning how to walk away could set us free? What if giving ourselves the option to let something go in favor of a better thing held the key to maintaining healthy boundaries and quality of mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical health? Using the analogy of a sinking ship, this episode will unpack why knowing when to walk is crucial to your personal quality of life and property stewarding and being true to who you really want to become. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Handling criticism and judgmental attitudes plays a big role in mental health. If we trend toward being critical or judgmental toward ourselves and, especially toward others, that's a reflection of some unhealthy patterns in our brain and emotional well-being. If we've been the recipient of it, it can cause damaging effects on our self-confidence, peace of mind, and overall quality of living. Knowing how to work through criticism and judgmental behavior is essential to having a healthy mental and emotional attitude. Understanding how to let certain things go and to become more curious about others and their stories is vital if we are to maintain vibrant relationships throughout our lives. This episode helps you learn how to become more gracious and openminded toward others' differences as well as forgiving when others don't tolerate and understand your own.
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Surprises are fun when it involves something pleasurable or desired. But when surprises come in the form of tragedy, loss, or unexpected pain, we often look for a way of escape. We like the unanticipated when it's something we find enjoyable but we'll fight it just as quick when it arrives in a way we don't like. Seems our response to surprise is mixed. But what if we began to look at all of it - both the fun as well as hard surprises - as ultimately good? What if our approach to the sudden could determine whether we viewed life as an adventure or a threat? This episode focuses on how God uses the unexpected to grow our faith and why surprise is necessary for a complete and enriched life. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Everyone gets discouraged sometimes, particularly when it comes to how they think they're doing in their walk of faith. Falls and fails happen to us all the time, and it's easy to think that God's love or acceptance fluctuates with our performance. Believe this long enough, and doubt and hopelessness can start to sink in. Perhaps this is you, and you need some real, down-in-the-bones inspiration today to remind you that God keeps you, loves you, and upholds you through all the twists and turns of life. Today's episode will hopefully encourage you that you are safe and secure in Him, fully and forever and that nothing you do or anything that happens can ever change His love for you or remove you from His care. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Mental health has become an increasingly bigger topic in recent years and well it should! We definitely need more awareness out of there of the emotional struggles people go through and to let them know it's okay to not be okay and to talk about their difficulties. There certainly should be more conversation around finding solutions to these issues, and Christian circles are primed to be on the front lines in fighting the mental health stigma. After all, God intended His Church and His family to be a place where broken people can be heard and healed. But in order for this to happen, compassion needs to be accompanied by action. It's not enough to just recognize the problem... especially if God has equipped you on some level to help. Today's episode talks through Jesus's way of meeting needs and why one-at-a-time love is the way to solving the mental health crisis in the long run. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
In many cases, our perceptions go beyond just shaping our reality to actually BECOMING our reality and sometimes, inhibiting us from the life of bold faith and trust that God wants us to have. We look at situations and come to false conclusions that, in the moment, seem real but ultimately keep us from noticing God's sovereignty, care, and control. Fear is easy, but faith can be hard... because fear is our default and faith must be learned. In this episode, you'll be reminded about what it means to check your perceptions at the door and take a hard look at what is REALLY going on - to look up instead of pay attention automatically to your internal "Look Out!" and be willing to see your circumstances as God sees them and not just what it looks like from your personal perspective. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Have you ever thought about the role quiet (or lack thereof) plays in your mental health? Scientific research shows that even just a few minutes a day of solitude does wonders for helping the human brain process and properly store information, thus greatly affecting your overall wellbeing and the shape of your thoughts and actions. Sadly, our society doesn't encourage quiet, and most of us are at a deficit when it comes to having enough stillness in our daily life to really effect any positive change. In this episode, we're going to look at both medical and biblical proof of why quiet matters and how we can not only incorporate it but also learn to cherish it as a way of life. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
What do you do with the perceived (or actual) negatives in your life? Do you detest them? Avoid them? Resist them? Or do you incorporate them as a vital aspect of your personal growth? Challenges and trials of any kind are never fun and often, in the moment, it's hard to see how they can produce any lasting good in our lives. But what if those very things we deem worthy of avoidance at all costs are actually the things that can't be avoided if we're to become people of strength and resilience and hope? Today's episode uncovers the secret power of hard things and, with some metaphoric help from old photography, why supposed negatives can actually lead to positives. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
For many people struggling with mental wellness, lack of purpose is a big issue. Perhaps the hurtful actions or words of others or the doubts and fears within prevented them from discovering their purposes or at least caused them to lose sight of it for a time. Learning how to rediscover (or find out for the first time!) what drives you to get up every day, what motivates you to learn, serve, and grow in your life is a huge part of healing and progress in the mental wellness journey. Understanding that God has mapped out a beautiful path for every person and that all particulars flow from a bigger meaning is key. In order to live a productive and fulfilling life, you have to know your why. Today's episode will unpack how to discover this for yourself. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Emotions. Feelings. What complicated things they are! Unpredictable, unruly, challenging. It's hard sometimes to live with and deal with yourself in all the twists and turns that come with being you. It can be frustrating and downright frightening to face the jumble that is your inner life and to give yourself grace and permission to feel and experience things you'd rather run from and avoid. Today's episode is going to discuss why it's important to lean into and make space for your feelings and emotions and how learning to befriend the complicated parts of ourselves is an essential aspect of mental health. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Pressure of some sort happens to all of us, and most people would admit that the last couple of years have brought an even greater share of it. And not everyone has responded well. While there are always going to be moments of intensity and testing in life, and we can't often anticipate how or when they'll come, we can always control our reaction to them. Using the example of a pressure cooker, we'll be talking in this episode about how to survive pressure in your life and why it can be a useful tool in the building of our resilience and faith. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
All of us come up against hard transitions in life (either by choice or forced upon us) that challenge our identity and make us grieve a necessary ending. At the same time, such times can cause us to pursue new chapters and develop greater resilience and be open to opportunities we might never have found otherwise. University of Richmond baseball assistant coach Collin Radack knows this progression well and is here today to talk about his personal necessary ending as well as share his experience with identity reinvention and mental health. If you’re going through a sudden life-pivot and are questioning who you are or where you’re going next, today’s conversation will hopefully bring some clarity your way. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Back in the day, newspapers used to have an "Opinion" section where personal viewpoints were voiced for the public to read and reflect on. In today's society, we now have the internet for such things. However, the world of social media and instant news have taught us how to readily give our take on something without giving space for other ideas and making room for the unique journeys of other people. Some have become walking POEs (personal op-eds) that force their views on others - critics who cross the line of constructive advice and actually undermine the God-given passions and dreams of others by their refusal to hear another perspective. This episode will teach you how to edit your critics, thanks to the wisdom of former Olympic champion, Scott Hamilton and why learning how to respond to the nay-sayers in your life can lift your mood and give you the confidence to chase God's plan for your life unapologetically. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Life pivots and transitions are never easy, especially when it involves leaving a known place, thing, people, or season for an unknown one. And often, there is a period of figuring out how to find the courage to trust more fully when so many changes are happening. Not only is there the discovery of what comes next but also the way in which the current transition changes you as a person. Confronting life as it was and how it is now as well as who you once were and who you are now can be challenging, but it is a necessary part of growth and a key process to forming healthy mental wellness habits in your life. In this episode, we're going to look at how to make peace with past seasons of life and trust God's plan for the new things that are ahead. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Loneliness is a very real problem in today's society. Alarming statistics show that, even in the face of massive internet and social connectedness, people are more distant and alone than perhaps ever before. But the truth is, loneliness has always been present and part of life is learning how to address and handle it when it shows up. Today's episode gives both scientific and spiritual insight into how to deal with loneliness, how to properly order your life-loves, and why God alone should have your heart.
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Sometimes, life puts us in circumstances where we are faced with impossibilities that only a divine intervention or rescue can reverse. We find ourselves unable to save ourselves and all we can do is cry for help - to look upward and outward for assistance if we stand any chance of survival. Today, you will learn the story of a dog named Marlon and his harrowing rescue and what it teaches us about waiting well for our own as well as how to look for helpers in the situation. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
For those who mourn, grief has no timeline. The process of healing from any sort of devastating loss can often take months, sometimes years to work through, and everyone's journey is as unique as they are. However, for each, there comes a time when they must decide if they are going to go on and learn to live and love again or stay trapped in their grief for the rest of their life. This episode will discuss how to know for yourself when that time is and how to find the courage to move forward after a major loss. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
When faced with circumstances that shake you to the core, it can be difficult sometimes to pray... to put into words how you are feeling or what you need, and to connect with God on any sort of spiritual level. In today's episode, we will talk about the importance of prayer, the role it plays in our suffering, and why it's important to surround yourself with people who can believe for you when you are unable to believe for yourself. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Often, adversity hits us when we least expect it and, in the case of Phil Holtz, it happened practically at the beginning of life. In today's episode, you'll hear the inspiring story of a young man who was dealt an unfortunate set of circumstances early on but who has managed to overcome them with faith in God, love from family, and a positive outlook that has touched many. He's here to share his incredible story of battling complications from a brain tumor, to talk about how to build community with others who are different than you, and to inspire you to trace God's hand in your worst moments. You'll enjoy this informative conversation on disability, hope, and living a fearless and open life. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Shame. Its presence and its name evoke unpleasant memories and hurtful feelings. We remember all the times it was placed upon us or we've put it on ourselves. It can be baggage on our life-journey that we carry with us all our lives and never get rid of. But what if this was our moment to address the un-named in the room - to bring into the open what has bound us and silenced us and claimed us for so long? What if today was a step into freedom? Join today's episode as we discuss the powerful grip of shame and why Grace and Love are greater. Why shame doesn't have to remain your identity or your destiny and why this can be your opportunity to step into a new day and begin again. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Pain can often block us from being able to get in touch with the simplicity of who we are and inhibit our ability to tap into the natural qualities that make up our human existence. Memory can be altered by adversity in such a way as to cloud the little joys, hopes, and dreams we once started out with when we were young. Part of the healing process can be found in learning how to rediscover our inner child and to get back to the heart of what Jesus said His kingdom was built upon: basic trust, uncomplicated faith, access to possibility, and so much more. Find out how you can propel yourself into greater life fulfillment by going back in time to when you were a kid and why staying young at heart is a key part of mental and spiritual health! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
People often think they can't help the way they feel about situations in life but the truth is, you become what you reflect on most. Science backs it up, and so does the Bible. Your thought-life impacts your physical and mental health in more ways than you probably realize and the more you learn how to manage the things you think about, the better your quality of life will be! This episode takes you on a crash course in brain function and gives you tools on how to take your beliefs and thoughts captive and get down to the root of your biggest lies so you can produce greater fruit in your life! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
At some point in our lives, all of us experience rejection. Someone lets us know, in no uncertain terms, that we've failed their expectations and aren't enough. That even if we were once included, we aren't now. And we're left to try to sort out why and where to go from here. The feeling of being uninvited is nothing uncommon. But, when it happens, it can mess with our confidence and our overall mental well-being. Today, we're going to address this and how to move forward after you've been excluded, kicked out, and pushed aside. If you want to rediscover your self-worth and your hope following rejection, this episode is for you! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
You've likely had conversations with others who were going through a hard time and felt at a loss for words regarding what to say in response to their suffering. And the easiest answer you've been able to come up with is, "Have you seen a professional?" It's become an easy way for us to pass the buck when it comes to being there for those struggling, assuming the so-called "experts" can do a better job at listening and supporting than we can. But what if God specifically sent that person to us and gave us a special divine assignment? What if we began to live with a "why not me?" attitude and opened ourselves to the possibility that we can offer more to the hurting than we give ourselves credit for? Today, we're going to be talking about living life with your eyes open - about making room for the possibility that you can do much more for the broken ones along your journey than you think and why it just might change your own life if you welcomed the opportunity to let God use you instead of letting your personal discomfort get in the way. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
When you've been faced with a lot of unexpected adversity or sudden tragedies, it can be easy to start living life as if you're waiting for the next shoe to drop... as if you're constantly worried about what's to come, projecting the past onto the present and future and losing your peace and joy in the moment because you're so wrapped up in an impending sense of what could be ahead. You can begin to forget how good you really have it and miss miracles along the way simply because you've allowed your biggest fears become larger than life and cloud your vision of reality. In this episode, you'll discover how a childhood encounter with the Nutcracker ballet has everything to do with how our perspective is shaped and why you shouldn't waste your life freaking out about the worst thing ahead which may never happen anyway! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
All of us have our share of secret battles we fight. Battles we're afraid to bring to light but ones that affect us on a daily basis more than we perhaps realize. Callan Conkle knows that better than just about anyone. She's dealt with her share of hidden secrets and is here for a candid conversation about eating disorders, perfectionism, and learning to accept and forgive the flaws within yourself and those around you. You'll have to pardon a couple tiny spots where the audio cut out but unfortunately couldn't be edited, so I hope you will be patient with that. While this episode may be longer than usual, I promise you won't want to miss this one! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Sometimes life has a tendency to descend on us like a snowstorm and suddenly we are faced with a choice of great necessity: stay inside and remain comfortable or get up and get to work and dig yourself out. If we decide to take the former option, we soon realize that waiting around for others to plow us out or things to magically remove themselves isn't realistic - it takes faith and bit of perseverance to clear a path forward, one shovel-full at a time. Today's episode is going to give you some mental and spiritual tools on how to dig your way out when life has plowed you under. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
What constitutes true beauty? Is it found in what we wear? Where we work and what we do? What level of education we achieved? How our life compares to those around us? Is it found in the impressions we create on social media, or how we're viewed by others? Our society certainly thinks so. But what if the thing that makes for true beauty was actually authenticity? What if we have treasure hidden inside of ourselves that we're afraid to let out because we don't think it's what others are looking for? In this episode, you'll learn about how to redefine beauty in a world of fakes and you'll also find out why oysters give us a picture of what that looks like.
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Most people are familiar with the five love languages. But what if those primary love languages also were synonymous with our personal grief languages as well? What if how we receive or give love actually reflects how we'll receive or give comfort in a time of crisis or loss? Today, you'll discover how to identify and put into practice your own grief language as well as how to notice it in others and increase the productivity of your communication and deepen your connection to one another when faced with a season of grief.
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Sometimes there are seasons in life where it feels like everything is on hold - when things feel more complicated, delayed, denied, and disappointing than ever before - and you are tempted to question how or if God is working in the situation at all. Today's episode talks you through how you can embrace the pause: be able to have the right attitude and notice potential in your unexpected moments of feeling on hold as well as see God's hand moving even when things are different than you would've wanted. As crazy as the last couple years have been for everyone, this message is more needed than ever! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
All of us pass through wilderness seasons in our lives where we are faced with desperate circumstances that bring us to the end of ourselves. Devoid of all the means we can think of to survive, we have nowhere to turn but to God alone. Yet, in such dire situations, we discover that there is such a thing as Grace in the desert - special care displayed from the heart of a loving God who hears, who knows, who sees. In this episode, we'll visit the story of Hagar in the Bible and learn how we too can discover our own experience with the God who meets us all in the desolate places. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Zerbin Singleton has faced a lot in his life: from homelessness, to being hit by a drunk driver, to witnessing first-hand the impact of drugs and suicide in the lives of those closest to him. And yet, his life is a testament to the power of choice and the importance of seeing possibility in every impossibility. Today, the podcast welcomes this Marine Corps officer to share his story and inspire you to overcome the challenges you find yourself in with faith in God, a positive attitude, and the ability to reach for all He has in store for you! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Dark days happen for all of us and, when they do, it’s important to have those around you who will be the light for you. Be His hope-rays when you’ve lost your way and will to carry on. Today’s episode talks about how we can be that light for others, and you just might hear the story of an inspiring woman who came to be known as “the lady with the lamp!”
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Every single one of us has been labeled. We’ve all had others define us and name us and shame us into an identity other than who we really are. But what does it mean to be named by Grace? And how can we discover the path to personal freedom by taking power back from the negative labels and labelers in our lives? Listen to today’s podcast for a fascinating take on psychology and spiritual redefinition and how to embrace your true identity as a creation of God!
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Everyone is presented with difficulties at some point in their life. And, with each challenge, comes a choice: view the problem as an opportunity, or allow oneself to become the problem's victim. As a new year dawns, it is an inevitable fact that each of us will face our own share of adversity and difficulties in 2022. But which response we choose will determine whether we learn and grow from those challenges or are overcome by them. Today's episode discusses how we can approach problems when they arise, and learn to ask the question, "What does this make possible?"
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Each of us has a certain hard thing we've been putting off dealing with. Something that we know is holding us back, but we just can't seem to let go of it and step into whatever is next. Headed into a new year, today's episode is an encouragement to each of us to shed those weights that are keeping us down and to welcome a fresh start, a new chapter in whatever form it comes. To make room for beginnings by being willing to face some endings. So as 2022 approaches, let's deal with some things we've been resisting and allow God to fill that empty space with something better. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
For most people, the holiday season evokes wonderful feelings of joy and happiness, of time spent with loved ones and cherished traditions. For others, however, it comes with tremendous pain and sorrow as the emptiness of loss or unexpected change leaves them sad, confused, and emotionally disengaged from all things merry. This episode shares the compelling story of how a 19th century poet faced his own broken Christmas and found hope in the midst of great despair. If you're trying to figure out how to salvage the season and feel God's presence and peace during your worst holidays ever... (or if you know somebody who is!)...this message is for you! Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Studies reveal a startling fact about our society: people now are more stressed, tired, and worn out than ever before in history. As a society, we have trained ourselves not to slow down and refresh, causing us tremendous physical, mental, and spiritual side effects that impact our daily lives. Today's episode invites you to discover the self-discipline...the sacred art...of re-ordering your life to the rhythm of God and how to re-discover the necessity of pausing on purpose.
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If we're honest, life feels like we're living on the edge most of the time. Constantly being called to greater heights of faith and dependence as challenges force us into deeper trust. But all holy things never did come easily. Jesus never promised it would be simple...He only promised it would be good and worth it. In this episode, we take a journey to the Ethiopian desert and find out how a rock-hewn church can teach us about the perilous climb of faith and why it matters.
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The holiday season is often one full of happiness and great fun for most people yet, for some, it evokes very painful memories and deeply-sorrowful feelings. Sadly, we don't usually choose to (or know how to) make space for these thoughts and emotions and, those experiencing them, can feel extremely lonely and overlooked. This episode focuses on how those in such a place can lament their way through Advent and create their own holiday season in a way that still feels holy but perhaps doesn't look like what everyone else is doing. If you're grieving a loss or processing painful memories associated with the holidays, or even simply battling a low period in your life, this episode is for you. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
It's the week of Thanksgiving Day, and we're all looking forward to gathering around the food and traditions that mean so much to us. But what if thanks-giving wasn't just intended for one day a year? What if all our days were meant to be filled with thanks-LIVING? Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Do you ever struggle to get past the voices in your life that have held you back? Have you come across people in the past that always talked-down your biggest dreams or squashed your greatest ambitions? Many times, people don't realize just how much such comments have taken a toll on their mental wellness and they've given up pursuing the things that most make them tick, turning them into somebody they don't even recognize simply because others told them it was too hard or too impossible or they'd never make it. Chasing after your God-given abilities and goals is part of the adventure of life and nobody else has the right to determine where you end up except God and your own effort. This is YOUR life, so let's take a minute to re-take some power from those memories and re-visit what you might've given up on, to ask if that could actually hold the key to your greatest purpose. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
Is it possible to not only survive loss but to actually grow through it? Can the things that are the most painful prove to be valuable parts of our story around which we can build a life? This week's episode offers some reflections on how loss can enable a soul to expand it's capacity to live, love, and learn. With the help of a little emotional landscaping, we can be enabled to allow loss to reshape us and become a beautiful part of who we are. If you or someone you know is trying to move forward after a difficult ending, this one is for you.
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In a follow-up to last week's special episode, this week we discuss the reality that life will often bring us situations that don't make sense. Circumstances that simply fail to add up in our mind when it comes to what we deem as fair, right, and good. But the truth is, God is always seeing an entirely different picture than what we do and our duty is to allow what we see and experience, however confusing, to help us trust Him more. Today, we're talking about how to find hope even in the face of senseless things and to know the presence of God in their midst. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
In the past, I've welcomed guests to the podcast to share their stories. Today, I'm taking the ultimate leap of faith and sitting down to share with you my own. This was an extremely emotional episode to record, but it's one I hope inspires you to trust God's hold on your life in whatever you face, to believe that He is, indeed, good - regardless of what the circumstances indicate. This is the background to everything I talk about on this podcast and, while much longer than usual, something I hope inspires you to embrace your own journey as well. Visit and subscribe to my blog at: www.graceopens.blogspot.com Twitter: @opentograce2015 Instagram: @opentogracealaska Parler: @Opentogracealaska MeWe: Katherine Singer
We all want to say the right thing but sometimes, words fail us in the moment it matters most. Today's episode focuses on two ministers who mastered the art of a word in season - knowing how to say the perfect thing to someone in their hardest hour. We can learn a lot from them about meeting others where they're at and offering them hope and truth and comfort by the life-giving words we say. You'll enjoy this one!
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It's an inevitable fact of life that we will find ourselves, at some point, in the dark: perhaps about our faith or ourselves, about God or about situations. We will struggle to face our fear as we're presented with circumstances that bring to the surface every insecurity and question we've ever had. We'll battle doubt as all the truths that were once so clear now seem obscured. Learning to walk with God in the dark is challenging in every way, but it's an unavoidable reality. Today's episode dives into the contrasts of a God who is both Light of the World and a God who hides Himself. A God who speaks openly in the brightness of day and a God who also meets us at night. This discussion hopefully will enlarge your spiritual horizons both for yourself and for those around you.
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Learning how to trust God sounds easy, but everyday life often proves otherwise. Faith is a constant fight as we're tested with circumstances frequently that push us to greater heights of surrender. In this episode, we'll talk about what it means to completely and willingly entrust God with your one, precious life and to keep believing Him even when things get hard.
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September is widely recognized as National Suicide Prevention Month, drawing attention to the reality of suicide in our modern society. Today's episode relates the story of former pro baseball player Drew Robinson and talks about some of the warning signs we need to pay attention to if we're going to avoid a mental health crisis in our life. This is a must-listen episode for anyone struggling with suicidal thoughts or for those that know somebody who is.
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Pursuing quiet, meditative reflection in a fast-paced society feels virtually impossible. Yet, it is one of the key aspects of the faith-filled life to which we are called. Today's episode is about inviting you to make space for God to speak above all the noise...to create time where you can be silent and hear what He has to say to you. To go deeper into the life of trust and to widen your perspective on just how intimately God sees you, loves you, and desires to know you. Let's take a long, deep breath together and set the cares aside for a few minutes. Something tells me you need this reminder today!
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Talking to God honestly matters. Sadly, most of us feel like we need to sugar-coat our petitions because we think certain things are "off-limits" when it comes to conversing with God. Truth is, there's nothing we could ever say that He doesn't already know. And, when we go to Scripture, we discover that candid prayers are not only accepted but encouraged when it comes to how we talk to God. Today's episode will encourage you to be blunt with God, to practice the art of lament, to speak openly with your Heavenly Father, knowing that you are intimately seen and known and that nothing you confess or verbalize can ever cause Him to turn away.
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For many of us, there are parts of our lives where we've settled for "close enough." But why be content with average when we could reach for so much more? When it comes to the most important things in our life and, namely, our walk with God, "close enough" isn't enough. In this episode, I reveal a bit of my personal story as well as show you some crucial lessons on how to prepare yourself for navigating the uncertainty of life's terrain and how to find your way toward True North, even when you lose sight of your direction.
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All of us have, at one time or another, held on too long when we should've let go...kept on saying yes when we should've stood our ground and said no...remained in a situation rather than cutting ties and walking away. There's guilt associated with admitting something has run its course - a feeling as though one has failed even if you did your absolute best or succeeded at the endeavor. Truth is, sometimes endings are necessary. Without the ability to end something, we never grow. Real change happens when we're willing to take a leap and walk away from even good things or things we deeply treasured in order to obtain the best things - the truly important things. Today's episode aims to inspire you to be willing to do the hard thing - to turn loose and trust that the finality of one season of your life will only lead you into the next.
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When was the last time someone asked you how you are...really? When did someone last care enough to push past your "I'm fine..." and actually invite you into deeper honesty and vulnerability? It's probably been awhile... and today, we're opening up the space to discuss raw and real soul-confessions - to dialogue what it looks like to build community around our humanness for once and to be candid with one another about our weaknesses and struggles. Nobody's life is going awesome all the time and maybe it's time we say that out loud.
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Hope is essential to life. If you have nothing to hope for or hope in, then you have nothing at all. In this episode, we're talking about the importance of having a firm hope and the facets that go into producing it, as laid out in Romans 5:3-5. Let's learn from the Apostle Paul about what it means to possess an unshakable expectation of what's to come and how we can discover God's goodness even in the difficulties of life.
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Life always presents us with two options: focus on our problems or focus on God. Today we talk about the importance of where your gaze ought to be when faced with overwhelming obstacles and challenges and how you can find hope when the odds seem stacked against you.
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Have you ever faced a situation in your life where it seemed like God kept denying you the outcome that you hoped and prayed for? How did you deal with the reality that, instead of the answer you'd wanted to receive, you were given a Divine "no?" Today's episode discusses the fact that we all face circumstances where it feels like God's will is against our own, but what we do when we're up against that determines much about how we grow through pain. Learning to accept the "if not..." in each of our lives is key to discovering more about how God works and how He wants us to trust Him even when things don't make sense.
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Everyone's fears can often be traced back to a single lie. For all the ways fear may manifest itself, there is often one, big fear-giant that summarizes them all. Today, we're going to be talking about (and hopefully identifying) the fear-giants in our lives with the goal of gaining greater insight as well as a proactive plan on how to face and fight that fear with faith. It's time to take down some Goliath's, so let's get to it!
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The Summer Olympics kick off later this week and we're taking the opportunity to explore the concept of success: how our culture views it versus how God views it. So often, we can get so caught up in the pursuit of achievement that we lose sight of what matters most in this life, thus causing ourselves and others unnecessary heartache - all because we're chasing things that have no eternal significance. Today, we're going to be redefining success. I hope you'll join me!
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Many Christians believe that doubt is wrong - that, once conversion has happened, faith should be easy and we should never question God. But if we look at Scripture and practical, personal experience, we discover an entirely different picture: doubt is common, and it is natural! Doubt is a part of the realistic human story. Yet it's what we do when we doubt that makes all the difference. Today, we're looking at how to believe when you dis-believe and why doubt can actually prove to be the deepening of your faith.
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At some point, every one of us comes across an Everest in our life that seems impossible to scale. How does one prepare for such a moment, and what essentials should one bring along the way? Today's episode dives into some basic climbing principles and explores key truths in how you can survive the mountain peaks when you face them. Don't be surprised by the challenging climbs you meet up with in life; instead, prepare, adapt, and overcome!
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July 4th is coming up in a few days - a time when Americans remember and celebrate their independence as a nation and pay tribute to the brave patriots who helped found it over 240 years ago. In today's episode, I take you back to a pivotal point in the Revolutionary War and share some life-lessons we can all learn about what it means to see a test through to its conclusion. When situations seems confusing or hard to understand, it might seem like the easy thing to quit, but what if things are just about to turn around? We might miss out on the greatest redemption story ever simply because we decided it was too hard to continue. We're talking about summer soldiers versus winter warriors, so come join me today as we discuss the importance of perseverance.
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We all have chapters in our stories that we're afraid to reveal. There's a part in each of us that just wants others to see the best aspects of ourselves - our successes, our achievements, our talents - and wants to hide from them the worst - our failures, our hurts, our struggles. This episode is all about embracing all of your story...not just the parts you like. There's beauty even in your scars and, today, we're going to be talking about how to let your narrative speak. God has written the story of us this way for a reason, and it's time we begin accepting it. It's time we start to live as wounded healers.
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Everyone wants to be remembered. Everyone wants to build a significant life. But not everyone desires to build a life that lasts. Harnessing the metaphor of ancient castles, today's episode discusses key principles in how to build a life and eternal legacy that outlive you and also how to prepare for tough times when they come. Don't just build for today - build for forever!
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Dr. Lee Warren is an esteemed neurosurgeon who's been to war, written best-selling books, and inspired thousands through his weekly podcast. He's been through a lot of hard things on his journey and found God's grace sufficient in them all. Today's episode is a candid conversation about grief, doubt, trauma, faith, and finding hope in the worst of times. Join Dr. Warren and I as we take a deep dive into the human brain and soul to find out how our struggles shape us and the importance of changing your mind in order to change your life.
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Most of think of time as the clock, but what if God looks at time differently? What if time was about "moments ripe for their intended purpose" rather than mere minutes or hours? Today's episode offers a fresh perspective on the concept of time and history: how we can't begin to glimpse how God is moving until we live through an experience and then take a look back.
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Stress plays a much greater role in our mental wellness than many of us think. In the final installment of our month-long series on mental health, we explore the role of stress and its impact on our everyday lives and provide some practical advice on how you can set healthier boundaries for yourself, better manage your personal schedule, and learn to prioritize your personal well-being. Today's episode is all about helping you take some pressure off of yourself and regain balance in your life so you can offer the world your best in whatever you do!
Depression affects most people at some point in their lives and, for a few, the darkness is a constant companion. But what if depression could be seen as a hidden superpower? What if it had the ability to actually propel you toward greater intimacy with God? What if it possessed the capacity to help you discover your life-purpose simply by learning to harness it for good? Today's episode walks you through the lives of three historical figures who battled intensely with depression yet were still used by God for tremendous things as well as gives you practical information on how you can learn to successfully manage depression. If you or someone you know deals with depression, this episode will inspire you and give you hope that depression, while challenging, doesn't have to spell the end of you. In fact, it may just be the beginning of something new.
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Trauma is one of the most common yet least-understood aspects of mental distress. In recent years, Post Traumatic Stress has gained attention and awareness due to its frequency among military veterans. In this second part of our Patient, Heal Thyself series, I'll be walking you through what I call a "practical guide to trauma and the brain," giving you information and skills that will help you or someone you know combat post traumatic stress with greater understanding and success.
Trauma resources mentioned in today's episode:
MusiCorps - a musical organization for wounded veterans: www.musicorps.net
Eagles Summit Ranch - a retreat for military veterans and trauma survivors established by a Vietnam veteran: www.roeverfoundation.org
Samaritan's Lodge - an outreach for military veterans and their spouses run by Samaritan's Purse: www.samaritanspurse.org (Operation Heal Our Patriots)
The OnSite Foundation - a retreat center set up by trauma survivors for trauma survivors: www.theonsitefoundation.org
Glory Reins Ranch - a horse ranch that utilizes animal therapy to assist in trauma recovery: www.gloryreins.com
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Most people understand the importance of caring for your body, but many fail to realize the importance of caring for your brain! May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we're going to be tackling various aspects of mental wellness in the episodes to come. I'll be teaching you how to prioritize your brain health, especially under times of intense stress, loss, or emotional pain. We begin our 4-part series today by discussing the importance of self-brain care.
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Do you ever feel like the hits just keep coming and there's nothing you can do to stop them? Do you ever feel like God isn't listening to you or that He's somehow being unfair? Jamie Ball knows what's it's like to wrestle with all those questions and more, and he's here today to share his incredible story of faith, family, and finding a way forward when life knocks you down. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode!
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Twenty-two years ago today, Columbine High School was rocked by a tragic shooting that took the lives of thirteen people and forever changed the futures of many more. In this episode, we look at one of the survivors whose story has become a powerful lesson in forgiveness and the power of choice. Today, we're going to be talking about the simple fact that you cannot choose your circumstances but you can always choose your response to them. You may not have control over what is happening to you, but you always have control over what happens in and through you.
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Understanding who and what you're building your life for matters. Today, we discuss the art of apprenticeship and how we are all students of Christ, learning the art of living from our Master. You may wonder what a 17th century Italian violin maker and an 18th century American founding father have to do with this - guess you'll just have to listen and find out!
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You've probably gone through times in your life when you misinterpreted situations and falsely concluded they were meant for your harm when, in reality, they were for your safety. In this episode, we're talking about why perspective matters. Looking to our great military as an example, I'm showing you the importance of how you choose to look at things and how it changes the way you come through tough times when they hit.
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Storms are bound to happen, and much of life is about how we go through them and who goes through them with us. Today we look at an example from nature and remind ourselves that hardships are much better survived collectively than they ever are alone.
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Have you ever stopped to think that present challenges could be setups for a greater victory in your life? That the big moments of crisis, decision, and endurance are often preceded by many, little moments of faith, courage, and determination? This episode takes you to some critical times in biblical and human history where God used everyday people in big ways largely because they had a track record of belief in His plan way before their greatest test. Just maybe what you're going through now is simply the latest twist in the epic story God is writing for your life!
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Have you ever wished you knew exactly what to say when trying to comfort someone who is grieving? In this second installment of our mini-series on grief, you'll learn some practical tips on how you can better show the love of Jesus to those grieving a loss. In short, today's episode discusses all the things grieving people wish others knew.
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Grief affects us all. But it is also one of the least understood aspects of our human experience. There are so many things that can make a grieving person wonder if they're "doing it right" or if others really understand the degree to which they are personally suffering. In this first of a two-part mini-series, we'll explain the truth about loss as well as give those who grieve some realistic hope regarding the grieving process.
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Life can sometimes be like entering a tunnel: finding yourself in a dark place with no way to turn back and no clue as to when you'll exit the other side. Today, I tell you about a historic tunnel in my home state and some important lessons we can learn from it regarding how to survive the harsh seasons we sometimes find ourselves in.
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Jordan Wharton was a talented college baseball player with some serious professional aspirations until an unexpected injury ended his career, taking a lot of unrealized dreams down with it. In a word, he was redirected. In today's episode, Jordan shares how he discovered the powerful presence of God amid the ruins of his former goals and also talks about his new ministry, "Game After the Game," that seeks to help others in similar transitions like he was find their identity. This is a must-listen for anyone trying to rediscover who they are following a major life interruption!
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Love is in the air this week! Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and this week's episode draws our attention to our place of belonging as the beloved children of God. Human love, however amazing, falls short when compared to the unconditional, radical, endless love of the Heavenly Father, and knowing His love can help you navigate a lot of life's uncertainty. Today, we talk about how to embrace our God-given identity and find our worth in the One whose love outlasts all others.
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Perhaps you feel crushed under the weight of adversity and you're telling yourself that there's no coming back from what has happened. Perhaps the tragedy seems like it really does have the final word, and giving up looks like a reasonable option. Today, we take a lesson from a piece of damaged jewelry and an example from a woman who knows what it's like to be crushed, and we attempt to see our tragedy from God's perspective, hopefully gaining some encouragement from the fact that He truly does use "broken things."
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Life is full of mystery and questions that seemingly have no answers. Many experiences can lead us to believe that God will not give us a response at all; or, if He does, it may not be the one we hope for. Today we talk about the concept of Divine providence and explore some amazing truths on this subject thanks to a poem written nearly 250 years ago!
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Earthquakes don't just happen in the external world; they happen in the internal world, as well. Nobody is immune to the unexpected and devastating effects of life's sudden upheavals. Today, I share some lessons on how we can weather and prepare ourselves to walk through such situations and come out stronger on the other side!
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In today's world, we've been taught to have a negative relationship with pain. Even the Christian community is not immune to the notion that nobody should ever have to hurt. But when we dig deeper into God's way of doing things, we discover that He looks at pain in an entirely different way. We explore in this episode our culture's concept of pain and how we can begin to view it through God's perspective instead.
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Having a healthy theological understanding of suffering is critical if you’re going to survive your hardship and, today, we’re going to be looking at seven principles that will help you learn how to see your adversity through the eyes of faith.
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This is the inaugural episode of Grace Moments! Today we talk about the meaning behind suffering and its ability to shape us as people and our ultimate perspective on life. We briefly visit the story of the biblical character of Job and how it evidences the fact that none of us fully know the reasons behind what we go through, but we can know the God who always directs and uses those very circumstances for redemptive purposes.
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Welcome to the Grace Moments podcast! Be sure to subscribe and join me as we journey together toward deeper faith, greater hope, and discovering the presence of Grace in all the twists and turns of life.