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Today, I have the privilege of sharing an episode from Vanessa Harris, host of the podcast, Motherhood Unmasked. It's a show all about the challenges of motherhood and having the courage to face them.

Please take a listen to more episodes over on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

You can also find valuable information at:
https://vinelifefaith.com/

I'd like to thank Vanessa for allowing me to share her show. Keep listening to voices of color. They deserve to be heard.

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When Mischelle Saunders-Gottsch was just a young girl, her family was swept up in what seemed like nothing less than a friendly church group. But what looked so good on the outside, quickly turned to control and abuse.

This week, we'll hear from Mischelle as she shares her story of overcoming hurt and betrayal and how she learned to trust again.

Mischelle is the founder and CEO of Altered Stories Ministry, a place where women learn the power of telling their stories of God's redemption and healing. To learn more, go to https://alteredstories.org/

She also hosts a podcast , by the same name, where women share their stories. You can find it wherever podcasts can be found, as well as on her website.

For more information about cults:

How Cults Work

Escaping A Cult - article

Cult Watch

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We've all experienced it: Fight, Flight, or Freeze. Those are the ways we respond in times of trauma or crisis. But what if there's another response?

Tune in this week to hear from Brandy as she takes a look at what it means to Fall.

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This Good Friday, I've collaborated with a handful of other podcasters to bring you messages of hope. Coming from all different walks of life, with shows that have a variety of themes, one thing is certain: hope is needed now, more than ever, and the One constant hope is Jesus Christ.

Enjoy hearing these mini messages from:

Jenna Erlandson - Bridge of the Faithful Podcast

Tina Chambers Smith - Raising Kids on Your Knees Podcast

Meg Glesener - Letters From Home Podcast

Debbi Roberston - From Willingness to Wellness Podcast

Mischelle Saunders-Gottsch - Altered Stories Podcast

Other CPA Podcasts to check out:

Tim Winders - Seek Go Create Podcast

Tara Ross - The Hope Prose Podcast

Paula Chamberlain - A Quilter's Life Podcast

Monika Hardy - Moments with Moni Podcast

Teresa Blaes - Unresolved Life Podcast

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This episode was recorded in collaboration with Christian Podcasters Association. All works are individually owned by the creators. This episode was edited and produced by Brandy J. Goebel in Sandy, Oregon. 2020. All rights reserved.

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The rhythms of life that we've all grown so accustomed to have found themselves turned upside-down. What does it look like to find a new rhythm? Join me for a quick look at what it means for us, so far as well as what to expect in the near future.

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Matthew 11:28-30 (The Message)

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In a time when everything feels a little less than certain, it's easy to become overwhelmed by anxiety. Today, I sit down and talk with Caris Snider, author of "Anxiety Elephants: A 31-Day Devotional to Help Stomp Out Your Anxiety."

As a business owner, speaker, worship leader, wife, and mom, Caris looked like she had it all together. But like so many, she found herself at the end of the road, realizing she had two options: Give up or look up. Fortunately, Caris bravely faced the unknown with the help of her doctors, family, and friends and learned how to contend with her anxiety.

It was an honor to have a conversation with Caris about her own journey through anxiety, especially as the entire world is facing with these topsy-turvy times in the midst of a global pandemic. Caris' story offers hope and encouragement as she learned what it means to carry one another's burdens and rest in God.

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Anxiety Elephants: A 31-Day Devotional To Help Stomp Out Your Anxiety

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In these uncertain times, it's more important than ever to rest in God's word. This week, we find ourselves in Psalm 33 and 34 with verses such as these:

"Our soul waits for the Lord; He is our help and our shield. For our heart rejoices in Him, because we trust in His holy name. Let Your lovingkindness, O Lord, be upon us, according as we have hoped in You." (Ps. 33:20-22)

"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Ps. 34:18)

Friends, our God is bigger than any virus. This did not take him by surprise. We can be assured that God is still God and He is still good, even as we face these weird days of uncertainty. One thing remains: God is faithful to accomplish all that He's established.

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Anxiety, fear, grief, anger...these and so many more are the emotions that so many are feeling during these uncertain Corona Virus times.

Today, Matt and I have a long-distance conversation about some of the ways we can not only take comfort in the promises of God during this time, but also very specific activities (or, as our daughter has dubbed them "quarantivities") to fill our time wisely and with fun!

It must be said that in the less than 24 hours since recording this, things have changed here in the US and also with me, Brandy. While much of our conversation is focused on dealing with anxiety, I rather ironically, have been feeling my fair share of it. That being said, I remembered this conversation and took a dose of my own advice ("listen to music" and "turn off the news for a minute") and am feeling markedly better.

This isn't just lip service. This advice is practical and beneficial. I hope you take it and share it with people you love.

Self-Care and Activities During Quarantine:

Pray
Read the Bible: Psalms are great - try Psalm 23
Journal
Write letters and send them to loved ones
Listen to music you love
Spend time with your kids: Conversations, shooting hoops, video games, reading books, crafts, etc...
Go for a walk: fresh air + Vitamin D = good for ya!
Jigsaw puzzles
Complete your To-Do List: or at least knock it down - all those projects that you're saving for "someday"
Work on a dream project: write the book, learn the instrument, read the series...

Things to Avoid:

Steady stream of news: Stay informed, but don't only feed on a media diet of the news
Hours of Social Media: See above...
Binging on Netflix for the entire time: Give yourself limits and keep your body and brain active

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health during this time, so don't neglect it!

If you're struggling with depression or thoughts of self-harm, please contact the

**Suicide Hotline:

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How often does it feel like the whole world is not only against you but reveling in your defeat? The psalmist, David, understood those feelings but also knew and declared the truth of who God is and who God says we are meant to be.

Listen to this week's Psalms and find encouragement, all you who hope in the Lord.

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This year's Super Bowl halftime show was nothing if not controversial! People from all walks of life, backgrounds in faith, genders and sexual identities fell on both sides of the fence when it came to answering the question: was this performance empowering or degrading to women?

Enter Brandi Voth, the woman behind The Power Project who is working to bring empowerment to women and men alike. She is a podcaster, author, and volunteer working with people in after-care who have been sexually exploited and trafficked.

In this episode, Brandi and I sit down and talk about what the commercial sex trade industry looks like, who is targeted for sex trafficking, how the church can better come alongside those who've been exploited, and what women's empowerment looks like.

Brandi dropped some hard truths about what drives the sex industry and opened my eyes to the prevalence it has not only in our nation but even in our small towns.

Table of Contents:

:05 The Road Home to You website
2:55 Welcome Brandi Voth; The Power Project - empowering people to live purposeful lives
5:00 Awareness to sex trafficking industry in Melbourne, Australia
9:10 A21 "Walk for Freedom"
10:40 What sex trafficking really looks like and where it is
13:54 The grooming process happens in social media apps and chat rooms
15:15 bark.us app and Tik Tok
17:10 Be where your kids and their friends are spending time online
18:20 Predators in public places
20:00 Red flags that someone is endangered
23:59 The Church's response to help the exploited
28:10 Testimony from after-care client
31:59 Seeing the hurting and being the hands and feet of Jesus
32:57 Super Bowl halftime show re-cap and conflict
36:07 Female empowerment and the messages sent to boys/men
37:40 Empowerment vs. Sexual Objectification
39:15 Strip club and pornography - exploitation and consumption
40:39 Super Bowl is the single largest event for sex trafficking
41:35 Take a stand against the demand
43:00 The message sent to girls/women
45:28 Early exposure to pornography and the cycle of addiction
48:00 Defining empowerment
48:43 Finding your voice and using it
52:05 Signs you're not in a safe relationship
53:19 Resources and Hotlines
53:52 Bottom line - You're worth it
54:37 Thank you, Brandy
55:15 Brandi's information: The Power Project and Power Hat Co.

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Resources and Hotlines:

National Trafficking Hotline

http://www.refugeforwomen.org/

A21

https://www.bark.us/

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Upcoming Episodes

Join Brandy next week for a discussion with guest, Mischelle Saunders-Gottsch and the impact of growing up in a cult.

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God is good. All the time. How often do we forget His faithfulness, though?

Join Brandy for a quick rest stop where we'll reflect on God's glory as we hear the heart of David cry out and give praise.

Don't forget to check out this week's all-new episode on recovery. We'll be dropping full episodes every Tuesday full of great content about mental health in the context of faith. We'll continue our rest stops every Friday, as we set the activities of the week aside and spend some time unwinding from the busyness of life.

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Welcome to the New & Improved The Road Home to You!

We're going to start off this re-launch with Matt and Brandy in the studio talking about changes you can expect to see as the show moves forward as well as what's been happening as they've been leading Genesis for Change Groups.

Table of Contents

:50 Intro to Relaunching The Road Home to You
3:05 Why you should listen to TRHTY
5:45 Talking about mental health is important
6:50 Mental health in the context of faith
10:25 Authentic conversations with real people need to happen
11:41 Name Your Monster
13:00 Structure of show - what to expect moving forward
13:52 Call to Action - Be A Guest!
14:20 Recovery - Genesis Groups
16:25 What is Genesis?
21:10 What is the Limbic System?
23:35 Recovery means being honest & taking risks
26:10 Vulnerability in men and leaders
35:29 Progress of Recovery
45:04 Call to Action - Join a Genesis group
47:41 Upcoming Guests
48:55 Call to Action - Subscribe and Share!
50:10 Thank You's
51:05 Blooper

The Road Home to You

"Offering hope and faith in Jesus to those wounded by others, stuck in addiction or afflicted by the storms of life."

Genesis Groups

The Genesis Process for Change Groups are meant to happen in the context of relationship. You may gain some insight simply by going through the work on your own, but true recovery comes as learn to trust again, which can only happen as we interact with other people. You may be able to find a Genesis group at a local church. If not, feel free to contact Brandy for further information.

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Upcoming Episodes

Join Brandy next week for a discussion with guest, Brandi Voth, as we talk about this year's Super Bowl halftime show, women's empowerment, and human sex trafficking.

Future topics will also include infidelity, Biblical meditation, alcohol recovery, and so much more!

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Joy in the midst of suffering. That's what David, as the Psalmist, shows us time and time again. When all is going well, David sings his praises to the Lord. When he is feeling pressed by his enemies, He cries out to God reminding himself of God's promises and His faithfulness to deliver.

Whether you are on the mountain-top of life or feeling crushed by the weight of the world, you have a great defender, a God who will respond to your cries and be glorified in your praise.

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Sit down. Rest your feet. Take a deep breath and quiet your heart.

When was the last time you cried out to God with the awareness of your own shortcomings and sins? Have you ever just let it all out? God knows your heart, he knows your deeds, but have YOU actually owned up to your own transgressions?

Follow David's example. Time and again, David acknowledges his own sins and time and again, he asks for forgiveness and courage to live with integrity. The only way we move closer to God is by renouncing our sin and setting our sights on the grace of Jesus at the cross, where all those sins were washed away in one final sacrificial gift.

God doesn't want to hold your sin over your head to condemn you. He wants you to address it so that he can transform your heart into one that beats in rhythm with his.

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Sit down. Rest your feet. Take a deep breath and quiet your heart.

When was the last time you cried out to God with the awareness of your own shortcomings and sins? Have you ever just let it all out? God knows your heart, he knows your deeds, but have YOU actually owned up to your own transgressions?

Follow David's example. Time and again, David acknowledges his own sins and time and again, he asks for forgiveness and courage to live with integrity. The only way we move closer to God is by renouncing our sin and setting our sights on the grace of Jesus at the cross, where all those sins were washed away in one final sacrificial gift.

God doesn't want to hold your sin over your head to condemn you. He wants you to address it so that he can transform your heart into one that beats in rhythm with his.

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King David knew a thing or two about fear and finding security and comfort God. Even as a young shepherd boy he had to protect his flock from predators.

Listen in this week as David shares one of his most beloved poems, speaking from a place of personal understanding. Be encouraged by the promise of God that He has you safely guarded and will love you tenderly through the trials.

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Feeling discouraged, downtrodden, conspired against? Even kings feel that way. Listen in as King David, the man after God's own heart shares his heart with God. Listen to the prophetic song that David writes in Psalm 22 and take courage that God is for you. The battles may seem overwhelming, but the war has been won.

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Two Psalms, a blessing from David, and a prayer from me...that's what this rest stop has to offer you as a balm this week.

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It's time to take a few minutes to rest and reflect on God's provision. Even in the storms of life, when we are hard-pressed, feel alone and defeated, we have a Refuge in Jesus. He is an immovable force, unshakable and unbreakable. He is for His people and passionate about pursuing our hearts, even into the darkest corners.

Wherever you are right now, take a moment to hear His heart for you. Soak up the promises that belong to you as a child of God. You are deeply, fiercely loved.

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God is faithful to His people. All the time. His heart is for us and on Him alone, we can trust.

Find comfort and rest this week as David declares his trust in the God of refuge.

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The holidays are over. The new year looms ahead.

With your goals and resolutions set, are you already finding yourself falling off the bandwagon? Are the post-holiday blues still keeping you in a fog of sadness and adrenaline let down?

Let's take a minute to stop, take a deep breath and hear what the psalmist, David, has to say to God. Do you ear your own heart's cry? Call upon the Lord and he will hear you. Cry out to him, and he will be your guide.

Remember, The Road Home to You is going through some construction work right now so we'll be staying in the Psalms for the next month or so. There is work happening behind the scenes and we are excited to bring you new content with new guests. Please keep downloading the weekly Psalms.

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We are mere moments away from ringing in not just a new year, but 2020!!! Can you believe that?

It's the perfect time to reflect on the year we've had and plan for the one to come. Matt and Brandy share their favorite episodes of the year, some lessons they've learned, what they're looking forward to in 2020 and some changes that are coming to the show.

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This Christmas Eve, let's tuck into a little classic and my own personal favorite, "A Visit from St. Nicholas" otherwise known as "T'was the Night Before Christmas."

Grab a warm drink, a cozy blanket and someone you love and settle in for this little classic.

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Join us one more time by the fire as Matt reads the greatest Christmas story ever told!

This time, it comes straight from the Big Book, the Bible, Luke 2:1-19. Grab a warm drink, a cozy blankie and your loved ones and gather round to hear about the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

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Here's a Christmas gift from the podcast, Spiritual Life and Leadership with Markus Watson.

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A quick little Christmas morsel from Tina Smith at Raising Kids on Your Knees.

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A little Christmas treat for you! A drama presented by the team at Biblical Chili Podcast!

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Take a moment in all the holiday hustle and bustle to sit down and listen to the Psalms and songs of those who came before us. Today, we're reading Psalms 11 and 12.

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Enjoy this little mini morsel from Truce Podcast, hosted by Chris Staron.

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Christmas may be the hap-happiest time of the year, but it can also be the saddest. Tune in for this brief look at 12 things you can do this holiday season to help you stay grounded, focus on what matters, and enjoy Christmas even in the midst of pain.

On the 1st Day of Christmas - Let Go of Expectations

We all have an idea in our mind about "how" Christmas ought to look. We've all seen the magazines and Hallmark movies. We know there ought to be decorations galore, fresh baked cookies piled high, and perfectly wrapped gifts spilling out from under the tree. But the simple truth is, that's just not realistic. And if that is someone's reality, they are definitely the exception to the rule.

Most of us just don't have the time, money, or energy to have that kind of idyllic vision of Christmas, but somehow we still manage to be disappointed when we don't deliver the kind of holiday glow we envision.

This year, let it go. Especially if you're in a new season due to the death of a loved one, a recent divorce, a newly empty nest, or any of the other hundred things that might have you feeling anything but merry and bright. It just doesn't have to look the way you think it "should." Do what you can - and want - and know that it will be enough.

On the 2nd Day of Christmas - Meditate on Scripture

Read John 1:1-9 and reflect on what it means that Jesus came as a light into this world. What about the world was dark? Why did we need light? What kind of light did He provide? What is the quality of His light? And finally, how does His light influence your grief or pain?

On the 3rd Day of Christmas - Set Boundaries

"No" isn't a word any of us like to hear, and quite honestly it's a word most of us have a hard time saying. But it's time to work out your "no" muscles.

Only you can determine what is actually reasonable for you to do this holiday season. Maybe hosting everyone you've ever known feels overwhelming this year. Maybe baking cookies with your favorite 5-year old exhausts you before you even get out the first mixing bowl.

Figure out what will drain and deplete you and then say no to it.

I promise everyone will survive, as much of a shock to the system it may be to hear you say it. Who knows? It might even encourage someone else to step into a role that they're quite gifted and enthusiastic about. Or not...and that's okay, too.

On the 4th Day of Christmas - Write Down Your To-Do List

But don't stop there.

Write down everything you want to accomplish this holiday season. Put up lights, trim the tree, bake all the cookies, make snow angels, feed the homeless, start a diet, wrap the presents...

You know the list. It's a mile long and just seems to grow.

Once everything is written down, I want you to evaluate it and cross off 3 things.

There. You're done. You don't have to do those 3 things. Give yourself permission to let them go. Ask someone else to fill in for you if it's something that MUST be accomplished, otherwise...your list is now a little bit lighter and Christmas will still be just fine.

On the 5th Day of Christmas - Turn Off Social Media

Pinterest. Instagram. Facebook. Twitter. TURN THEM OFF.

For one day this holiday season, just do it. Stop comparing your experience with everyone else. I promise they are also having anxiety, stress, sadness, and feelings of isolation and inadequacy. They might be hiding it behind a filter, but it's there.

Today, don't get caught up in the madness. Turn it off and just enjoy where you are, who you're with, and what you're doing without turning it into a social event for the world to see.

Likewise, when you do look at social media this holiday, remember that the people you're viewing are only giving you what they want you to see. It's only a piece of the bigger picture.

On the 6th Day of Christmas - Find Ways to Serve Others

One of the best, and quickest, ways to get out of an emotional funk is by serving other people.

It seems counterintuitive, but it's a fact. When we take our eyes off our own troubles, as real and as big as they may be, and we serve people around us, we recognize that we truly aren't alone in our suffering. It turns out, everyone has pain. By working to encourage another person, whether it's through charitable work or by simply opening a door for someone, we see humanity all around us and realize that we're all in this together.

This won't solve all your problems. It might not even dull the ache for very long, but it will take you outside of yourself for just a moment and maybe in that moment you'll see there is room for hope.

On the 7th Day of Christmas - Light A Candle

Find yourself a quiet little corner of the world and light a candle. Then, reflect back on the passage in John 1:1-9. You've had a few days now...how have your answers changed? Are you beginning to feel The Light stir inside your heart?

On the 8th Day of Christmas - Allow Yourself to Be and Feel

Sometimes, when we're in the midst of grief, it seems impossible to let out emotions out. Laughing feels disrespectful to the enormity of our pain and crying feels so useless and unproductive.

But the truth is, God has given us our emotions. They are a good thing. Today, just let yourself feel.

If there's something that tickles your funny bone, go ahead and laugh! Laughter really is great medicine for the soul. But maybe you just can't take another Christmas carol and the sight of others with their joy and glee is sapping you of any energy you have left. That's okay.

Just be there with your emotions. You're not going to let them control you or take over your life. You're going to honor them today by feeling them and acknowledging them and letting them co-exist with you.

On the 9th Day of Christmas - Journal Your Gratitude

Even in our darkest days, there are still things to be thankful for. They may be hard to find, but I want you to dig deep and find 3 things you are thankful for. Write them down and write down why you're thankful.

It seems like it's good enough to just do this in your head, after all, it's not like anyone's going to be checking your work, but you will benefit more by actually taking the time to write them down.

And hey, if you get done with that and want to keep writing whatever is on your heart, go for it!

On the 10th Day of Christmas - Take a Walk in Nature

Now, for you city folk, this might be a bit harder. But...find somewhere you can go today that is as far away from the noise and the hustle and bustle.

Then close your eyes, breathe deeply, and just listen.

What do you hear?

What is God saying to you right now?

Take some time to get quiet and see the trees and birds and leaves. Really look at nature. Examine the details. What do they tell you about God?

On the 11th Day of Christmas - Create a New Tradition

A new season in life often means we're leaving behind something that we valued and grew accustomed to. Things are different now. But that doesn't mean they have to be bad.

This year, find something new to incorporate into your celebration. Maybe it's as simple as driving around and looking at Christmas lights, or maybe it's serving in a shelter for abused women. You could do something fun and silly like eat only desserts for an entire day or have a crafting day.

Whatever it is, find something that makes you happy and start doing it this year!

On the 12th Day of Christmas - Take A Nap!

Whatever emotional roller coaster you've been on the past few days, weeks, months, or years, emotions are exhausting! Even laughter leaves us all tuckered out.

So today, find a cozy corner with your favorite blanket and let your eyes and soul rest.

You've done a really big thing: you've made it through what's arguably the hardest holiday season. You've faced your emotions and felt them, you've worked on managing your expectations, you've tuned out toxic (albeit addictive) social media...You've done a lot.

You deserve a rest.

May God bless you this holiday. Merry Christmas, friends!

- Brandy and Matt Goebel

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Christmas is a magical time of year full of sparkle and anticipation. It's easy to get distracted with the gifts and the carols and food and fun. With that in mind, how do we get quiet enough to really celebrate the birth of our Savior? What does it mean to experience God?

Join me this week for a conversation with the host of the podcast, Halfway There and author of "Jesus is Willing: An 8 Day Experience," Eric Nevins as we dive into how to more fully experience God this Christmas holiday. You'll learn a great way to spend meaningful time in scripture without feeling overwhelmed and pressured to 'do it right.'

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Every journey requires a rest stop. Let's stop here and take in some Psalms. Hear what the psalmist says about Jesus. Rest confidently in the promise that the Lord is your stronghold, even in times of trouble. Give thanks to the Lord today, with all your heart.

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It's easy to be thankful when everyone you love is gathered around a Pinterest perfect table, the turkey is golden and a light snow is accumulating outside. But what about when life isn't so perfect?

How do we have a grateful heart when we get the diagnosis, or the emergency phone call, or the news that we've been betrayed and the bank account is empty? Where does a thankful heart come from?

Join us this week as we explore the difference between being grateful in our circumstances versus being grateful despite our circumstances.

There is hope in Jesus that goes far beyond what we see and experience here on Earth. We will all experience heartbreak and loss, there's simply no getting around it. How will you get through the storms that life brings your way?

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It's time for another moment of respite in our journey towards Home. This week we find ourselves resting in Psalm 7 and 8 where David first laments as he is being slandered and pursued by his enemy and then in Psalm 8 he rejoices at God's majesty and concern for His people.

In our highs or lows, God is still God. He is still on His throne. And He alone is God.

Our prayer this week is that you would see God moving mightily in your life, whether you are being defamed and crying out for Him to fight for you or you are seeing His glory in all directions.

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In the wake of a recent death in the family, Brandy and Matt talk about the 5 stages of grief according to the DSM-5.

Denial & Isolation
Anger
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Depression
Acceptance

Everyone will experience loss eventually, whether it's loss of a loved one or loss of a career or dream or pet. We all face grief. Knowing what grief can look like may help when you come face to face with it.

While we are not medical experts and this is by no means medical advice, there is useful information for anyone who is grieving or walking through life with someone who is. Please share this episode with anyone you know who is hurting.

This episode is dedicated to Lila Lee Barr, who passed away at the age of 92 on November 6, 2019.

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Join Brandy for another rest stop in the Psalms because every journey needs time to stop and enjoy the scenery.

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With election season well upon us, it seems like the right time to talk politics. Specifically, how has the Evangelical church used its platform as a means to change the political landscape and at what cost?

Having grown up in the '70s and '80s, we've seen the church raise its banner high in an effort to bring salvation to our nation. Now, in the 20-teens we are watching our nation divide over the political and evangelical agendas of so many.

So what does Jesus say? How should we view our politics in light of our faith? Should the two intermix and if so, to what extent?

Join Matt and Brandy as they talk about what they experienced growing up in the era of the political church and how that's impacted them and those around them.

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Every long trip requires a few rest stops along the way. So, pull over, get out and stretch your legs. Take a few deep breaths and soak in some of the local scenery. Enjoy the view wherever you are and join Brandy for a little time in Psalms 3 and 4.

There...a little bit of refreshment and we can once again head on down that long road home.

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"If you knew you had 6 months to live, what would you do differently? Would you change your priorities, where you invest your time? If so, how?"

This was the question that was posed to us so join us today to hear our thoughts on the matter, as well as our challenge to you, our friends.

It seems like a relatively easy question to address, and pragmatically, it is. But when you stop and let the question hit you - when you feel its weight - it requires that you take more time to truly evaluate what you're doing with your life and what, if anything, needs to change.

This question comes directly from the Genesis Process Change Groups Book 1 written by Michael Dye, CADC, NCAC II.

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Join us for the first Rest Stop on this Road Home to You. Every other week we're going to be reading through the Psalms and Proverbs to find encouragement, wisdom, grace, and the promises of God.

Find a quiet corner, close your eyes and let God's word fill your heart.

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Kicking off Season 3, Matt and Brandy are back in the studio to talk about disillusionment with the Christian church.

We've all experienced it, haven't we? That moment when you realize reality and faith don't seem to be aligned. Where do you turn when that happens? What do you do? How in the world did you even get here?

This is the start of a multi-part series where we talk about some of the topics surrounding the issue of disillusionment and what to do when you have a crisis of faith. It's a normal part of the Christian faith, but one that isn't often talked about. So let's break down some walls and start talking about hard things.

Because it's been a while since Matt and Brandy have been in the studio together, the episode starts with some "housekeeping." Information on what to expect this season abounds. Hint: things are going to look a little different.

We also spend a minute sharing a very special message from a listener as well as thanking the people who have been faithfully financially supporting the show.

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Well...just when you think everythings coming together, it all falls apart. And since that's the case with so many things in life, it's useful to join forces and pray...for and with each other. So, join Brandy for a quick announcement and prayer and hopefully next week will kick off Season 3!

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Suicide and mental health are subjects still considered taboo in Christianity. With the number of people being diagnosed with some form of mental illness and the growing rates of suicide, it's time we have an honest talk about this very real issue so many struggle with.

Join me as I sit down with Steve Austin as he shares his journey through trauma that culminated with him trying to end his life by suicide. Hear how God's grace met him in his darkest hour and continues to help him through recovery.

Depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and suicidal ideation are things any of us can experience whether we profess to know Christ or not. Steve, himself, went from the pulpit to the psych ward. No one is immune. Share this episode with anyone who has or may be battling depression.

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Have you ever wondered why you keep doing the things you don't want to do but can't seem to manage to do the things you want? You'll hear a lot of great ideas for building habits everywhere you turn, but what if it's more than that?

The fact is, we all have coping strategies and many of them can actually be harmful. Whether you're mired in depression, substance abuse, codependency, workaholism or anything else, this is a great episode for you!

Join Dr. Kathy Rodriguez, PsyD and Brandy as they sit down and talk about all things recovery in this special edition celebrating National Recovery Month.

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Gearing up for Season 3 of The Road Home to You. Here's a brief look at what we've been working on and what we hope to bring you this season.

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Gearing up for Season 3 of The Road Home to You. Here's a brief look at what we've been working on and what we hope to bring you this season.

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Every day, Christians around the world die because of their belief in Jesus Christ. More suffer torment, abuse, rape, imprisonment, and persecution of all kinds. Men, women, and children. No one is immune. Jesus said, "Blessed are you who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness."

Tune in to this final installment of our summer series and hear what you can do to come alongside those who are being persecuted and how to prepare for the persecution you may also suffer. Even in the darkest night, we have hope in Jesus Christ who saves.

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What if we have it all wrong? What if being a peacemaker means we actually ruffle some feathers. Turns out, that's exactly what it means. Peacemaking isn't for the fainthearted. It's messy work, but it's what we're called to.

So, roll up your sleeves. It's time to get a little messy.

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"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God."

The reason we don't see God accurately is directly related to the sin in our lives. When our hearts are repentant we can see him more clearly. When we're at the end of our own rope, we see him in ways we never expected.

Join Brandy for our 6th week in the Beatitudes.

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Lord, have mercy! I'm at the mercy of my boss. Please, your Honor, take mercy on me.

"Mercy" is a word that is easily tossed about, but what does it really mean, who can extend it, and why should we?

Join Brandy for Beatitude #5 as we take a look at our marching orders to be merciful and find out how to apply that to our everyday lives.

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We all know what it's like to be hungry and thirsty, longing for something to fill our bellies. But what about our souls? What if there was a way to fill up the mysterious void we all seem to have deep down inside us?

Join Brandy this week for a quick lesson on Beatitude #4 to learn how you, too can be satisfied to your deepest core.

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Humility isn't something we see a lot of in our world today. We even have a quaint term trying to lessen the appearance of our pride, the "humble brag." But what is humility, really and what does Jesus mean when he says the humble shall inherit the earth?

Join Brandy for the third beatitude in our summer series for a quick look at what humility is, what it isn't and what it means to inherit the earth.

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Life, sadly is full of loss and suffering. We'll all experience the pain of losing someone or something that we hold dear.

Tune in this week to hear Brandy talk about the second beatitude and the comfort that comes to those who mourn. There is a greater comfort yet to come.

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Kicking off our summer series on the Beatitudes, we look at what it means to be poor in spirit. It's a whole lot better than it sounds!

Join Brandy as we dig into Matthew 5:1-2 and explore how our earthly possessions may be the very things that are holding us back.

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SUMMER ANNOUNCEMENT: Next week we'll start our summer series on the Beatitudes.

With the Presidential election getting underway, it seemed like a good time to review a few things regarding our approach to politics and the people we disagree with. Let's keep an eternal perspective as we engage in the political scene around us.

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SUMMER ANNOUNCEMENT: Next week we'll start our summer series on the Beatitudes.

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SUMMER ANNOUNCEMENT: Next week we'll start our summer series on the Beatitudes.

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SUMMER ANNOUNCEMENT: Next week we'll start our summer series on the Beatitudes.

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SUMMER ANNOUNCEMENT: Next week we'll start our summer series on the Beatitudes.

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Our non-exhaustive Top Ten List of things you can do - starting today - to care for your marriage. These are practical, hands-on tips that will show your spouse that you value them in both big and little ways.

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Father's Day is soon approaching and as such, it seemed right to take our hats off to our dads! Here's a little bit of the wisdom that we've learned from the men we call Dad.

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The life of a minister is hard. It's a whole lot of work, most of which is on-call, and not a lot of personal glory. It's often a thankless career but a fulfilling calling. But what about the life of a minister's wife?

We get a look behind the curtain this week as Brandy sits down with Dottie Thorson, retired school teacher, and Pastor's wife. Dottie shares the journey she and her husband took as they worked together to build a life of service, dedicated to sharing God's love and grace with everyone along the way.

You'll walk away with a couple of practical ways you can come alongside your pastor and offer support and encouragement.

Topics included: church merge, college ministry, ministering with children, incorporating ministry into every aspect of life, teaching, supporting pastors and their family, daily time with God

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We raise statues, monuments, and headstones to commemorate those we've lost and victories won. But what about the memorials and monuments to remember what God has done?

Join Matt and Brandy as they look at some of the Old Testament monuments that the Israelites erected. They'll also explore different monuments we have and can find in our own lives in order to be reminded of God's faithfulness.

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Well, it's time to admit it: we're officially middle-aged. And with middle age, there are some weird transitions that take place.

Join Matt and Brandy as they sit down and talk about their own experiences with a mid-life "crisis" and what the experts have to say about navigating your way through this oddly reflective and exciting time of life.

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Join Brandy for her follow-up discussion with Lisa Page as she recounts her long journey of becoming a mom. This is Part 2 of a 2-part interview, so be sure to check out Part 1.

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So many girls dream of the day they will one day become a mother. They envision their little dolls come to life. Cooing, crying, snuggled in tight. Finally, when the time comes and they're ready to make this dream into a reality, it doesn't always end up quite the way they'd planned.

The road to motherhood can be a difficult one at best, riddled with infertility, loss, confusion, isolation, and depression.

This week we present a 2-part conversation with Lisa Page and her own harrowing journey.

Years of miscarriages and stillbirths, hope-filled expectations and shattered dreams, Lisa has felt every high and every low a woman can feel as she longed to finally bring a living baby home from the hospital.

Tune in to hear how God used this suffering to draw Lisa into a deeper, more grace-filled relationship with Him. Hear how she learned to cope with the well-intentioned and often painful words of condolence that she received.

Mostly, find hope as you listen to one woman's journey as she learned that all the plans we make take a back seat to the sovereignty and goodness of God.

This is Part 1 of Lisa's journey. Part 2 will be released later in the week.

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Have you ever wondered if God was talking to you?

He seems to talk to a lot of people, but how do we know if it's really Him?

Join Matt and Brandy this week as they explore a few ways to recognize God's voice in your own life. It turns out, He really does want to talk to you, so it helps if you know what to pay attention to.

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Hebrews 4:12
1 Kings 19:11-13
Psalm 40
2 Timothy 3: 16-17
John 10:27

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Put away the Strength Finder's test. Set aside the Meyers-Briggs. If you want to know what God's will for your life truly is, there's only one place to look...scripture.

What does God say about what His will for you is?

Join Matt and Brandy as they discuss this very topic as they celebrate the show's one year anniversary. Tune in to hear about the journey of discovering God's will and what that means for the future of this show.

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"If it turned out there was a God after all, and you could ask one question, what would it be?"

This is the question Matt and Brandy spend a few minutes discussing while recording live from the Oregon Coast on their most recent road trip.

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This episode was recorded outside of the Newport Visual Arts Center in Newport, OR and was edited and produced at 4Gs Studios in Sandy, OR.

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Faith is a journey. And as travelers on this road, it helps to have a map.

Join Matt and Brandy this week as they talk about Bible reading and prayer - two of the greatest ways to navigate your faith. They'll talk about things that have worked in the past and where they're at now practicing these spiritual disciplines. You might be shocked!

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"I like Jesus in the New Testament, but I could do without the God of the Old Testament. He's just a bully."

It's a common complaint, so this week Matt and Brandy sit down with a special guest to talk about it. Is God the same throughout scripture? How can we trust that such a wrathful God is also a compassionate Savior? Join us for a lively discussion!

Gregg Chastain is the Pastor of Sandy Community Church in Sandy, Oregon. You can find out more about this church or contact Gregg by clicking here. You can also follow SCC on Instagram or Facebook.

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The Road Home to You is almost 1 year old. It's time to evaluate where we go from here. This is a brief call to action wherein we need help from you, our listeners.

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In Part 2 of my conversation with Crystalyn, we dig deeper into the response the Christian church often has in the face of marriages broken by domestic abuse.

Too often, we walk away from messy people and their situations because we're afraid we aren't equipped to deal with the level of need. Today, learn some simple ways you can come alongside a family who needs to be heard and supported, even if you aren't a trained professional.

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Join Brandy this week to hear the story of one woman's experience in two domestically abusive marriages. Hear how she overcame the manipulation that threatened to keep her locked in a cycle of shame, as she reached out for help.

Hear also how the Church both helped and hurt her as she sought clarity and guidance and a safe place to land.

This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation with Crystalyn Tadano Reed. This hour, Crystalyn shares her story of recognizing abuse and seeking help. Even as she walks us through the years of abuse she endured, her life continues to point back to the redemptive work of Christ.

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(ARMS) Abuse Recovery Ministry & Service
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The National Domestic Violence Hotline

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Let's be honest: sometimes Christians don't make a whole lot of sense. Sometimes our values don't quite seem to line up with our actions. Sometimes our values simply don't line up very well with scripture.

This episode, Matt and Brandy explore some of the false dichotomies that Christians seem to have when it comes to aligning their spiritual values with real-world practicality.

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Money struggles. We all have them no matter how much money we've got. But when those struggles come between a husband and wife, there's more on the line than the bank account.

This week Matt and Brandy talk about a few simple strategies to alleviate some common financial conflicts. Communication is key so gather up your partner and let's have a date talking about everyone's favorite subject: finances!

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We've all been in pain at one time or another. But for some, pain is a regular part of their everyday life. There is no escape. There is no cure. There are only degrees of how bad the pain may be from hour to hour.

This week, Teresa Page-Ayala returns to discuss her own battle with chronic pain and the ways that has shaped her faith and her ministry.

Chronic pain is on the rise. Tune in to hear one woman's story and learn how you may be able to help someone you care about.

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Recorded on location in Seaside, Or. Edited and produced by Brandy J. Goebel at 4Gs Studios in Sandy, Or. 2019.

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Communication. It's one of the most important skills in any relationship, but one that is far too difficult for far too many of us. It's the thing that can make or break a marriage.

Join Matt and Brandy as they discuss 8 barriers to communicating with your spouse and then 7 ways to overcome those barriers.

Topics covered include: life transitions, finances, sex life, the busy-ness of life, along with how to schedule time for conversations, owning your own issues and how to fight fair.

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Hallmark has really done a number on us, haven't they? But how do you say "I love you" when you don't even like this holiday that is more about consumerism than it is about truly expressing love? And how do you respond when your loved one doesn't quite live up to your expectations?

Join Matt and Brandy for a conversation about their past Valentine's experiences and how they've learned to honor and validate one another despite their vast differences.

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The most important road trip ever taken was over 2,000 years ago when Jesus walked the road to Calvary. It wasn't a glamorous road trip. There were no fancy drinks along the way, no stops to take in the sights. There wasn't even a grand destination to look forward to at the end.

But that one trip gave each of us the opportunity to have a face-to-face relationship with the one true God.

This is our final January Flashback episode. Next week we will be back in the studio with all new material. We look forward to seeing you then!

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The world has been riddled with bad churches since the dawn of civilization. Corruption, infidelity, abuse, just plain old indifference can be seen throughout the generations, not to mention flat out heresy. So how, in a world full of so many choices, can a person find a church that, while flawed, isn't outright dangerous? How can you recognize a healthy church where you can find both truth and grace, wrapped up in an atmosphere that appeals to you?

Join us this week as we Flashback to an early episode from season 1 where we address those very concerns.

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This week the Way Back Machine is taking us to one of our earliest episodes where we talked about depression and the toll it takes on us when life doesn't work out quite like we'd planned.

We talk about generalized depression, anxiety and we also touch on grief.

In a world that consistently disappoints us or leaves us comparing ourselves to Pinterest and Instagram, this is a timely and relevant conversation and we trust it will bring you encouragement.

Here's a link to the episode we ran the week after this episode originally aired. I encourage you to listen to it as a follow-up.
Reasons for Hope

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February is right around the corner and that can only mean one thing: love is in the air. So here's a throwback to our second episode, about some of the most important qualities you can look for in the person you commit your life to.

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As we say goodbye to one year and welcome another, join us as we reflect on the good, the bad and the ugly from Christmas and look ahead to what we hope will be a better year than last. Hang on tight, gang. Everything's going to be fine.

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With all the glitter and shiny wrappings and trappings of holiday cheer, it's sometimes hard to remember to be thankful for the little things.

Today, Brandy reads "Little Piccola" written by Nora A. Smith. It's a simple little tale about a poor girl who's never received a Christmas present. Finally, one Christmas, she gets a very special gift, indeed.

Grab a cozy blanket and a warm drink, gather round and let's read a Christmas story together.

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In our second Christmas story of the season, Matt reads "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry.

Written in 1905, it's a simple tale of a young couple struggling to make ends meet. Each of them decides to honor the other with a very special gift for Christmas, at great personal sacrifice.

The style of writing is a little "old-timey" but stick with it. It's a Christmas classic everyone should know.

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The holidays are upon us and that means it's time to slow down and relax. Truly.

This month, we are going to be reading you a Christmas story each week. It's not our usual way of doing things, but Christmas is an unusual time, so why not mix it up a bit?

This week we kick off with a short story by Leo Tolstoy called, "Papa Panov." It's a quick little tale of a man who learns that the beauty of Christmas is found in a million different faces and can be replicated any day of the year.

Grab a warm drink and a cozy blanket. It's time to settle in for story time.

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It's that time of year again, boys and girls! The time when we pull out our credit cards and buy happiness. The more you spend the happier you are! Right?

If that doesn't ring true to you, you've come to the right place! This week we are talking about how consumerism has got us down this holiday season. We also share a few ways we can change things up this year to focus on the things that really matter. (Hint: it's not what's under the tree.)

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The holidays can be really hard. What do you do when the "most wonderful time of the year" feels anything but?

Join us this week as we talk about practical ways to practice self-care and kindness this holiday season in an effort to refresh your sense of hope, peace and joy.

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The election is over. The results are in...mostly. Now what?

Join us this week as we talk about what it means to be a Christian in a political environment. Whether we feel like we 'won' or 'lost' this election, how do we move forward as good citizens and representatives of Christ?

In other words: what would Jesus do?

Is it People vs. Politics? How do you get along with people you love who voted contrary to your convictions?

As long as we're still inhabiting this planet we will be faced with these types of questions. Let's jump into it and have a conversation about this very important matter.

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We all want to leave an inheritance for our children. Maybe a hefty stash left in the bank or a collection of well-strategized stocks and bonds. Perhaps a family heirloom passed down from generations back.

But what if we could leave them something more? And what if we could see the dividends while we were still alive?

Join me, Brandy, with a very special guest this week, my mom.

I had the honor of opening up our studio and interviewing the woman who's had the most profound effect on my life. Really, it was more of a conversation that started one way, then we focused in on leaving a legacy of faith with your children.

We talked about how she met Jesus and the journey that took our whole family on as well as the differences between her upbringing and mine and the one our children are currently experiencing.

Come, meet my mom. I think she's pretty great and I think you'll like her, too.

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It's the spoopiest time of the year so what better topic to talk about than Hope?

Join Matt and Brandy as they take a look at Max Lucado's book Unshakable Hope: Building Our Lives on the Promises of God.

Matt directs the conversation exploring what they liked about the book, what they felt was lacking and their over-all impression of this book specifically, and Max Lucado's writing, generally.

Brandy highlights chapter 6, "Grace for the Humble" recounting her own struggle with humility as well as the silent killer that pride can be in relationships of all kinds.

Matt delves into chapter 11, "Joy is Coming Soon" and his struggle in waiting for God's leading and trusting that joy will come in the morning.

They also talk about what hope is and the difference between the Biblical definition of hope versus the worlds, as well as the sticky trap we often find ourselves falling into, treating God like a genie in a bottle.

Grab a pumpkin spiced goody, curl up with a cozy blanket and listen in on this timely discussion of just what it means to put our hope in Christ.

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Matt and I are in Hawaii! Honestly, we're in the recording studio for the first time in a while, but we're bringing Hawaii with us and want to share it with YOU!

So, what did we learn on vacation?

I, Brandy learned that living aloha is more than just a "kitchy" phrase while Matt learned that God might just make a way where none seemed possible.

Grab some pineapple and Hawaiian punch and join us for a special vacation holiday!

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After a week off for a vacation, we are pleased to introduce you to our friend, Trinity Pratt, who was a co-speaker at a recent women's retreat with Brandy.

Trinity has an amazing story of God's grace and redemptive work. After years of physical and sexual abuse, neglect and the trauma that resulted, including a trip to the "looney bin," Trinity shares how she came to meet Jesus and how He has relentlessly pursued her throughout her life.

This was recorded live at the women's retreat in September 2018 in Silver Falls, Oregon.

Listen in as Trinity shares her incredible journey with God and encourages us to combat the enemy's lies with God's unshakable truths. She will inspire you to "just show up" and let God use you right where you are.

Content warning: There is talk of sexual abuse, physical abuse, addiction, child neglect, and suicide. While it is non-graphic, it may be disturbing for some listeners.

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Recovery and restoration aren't just for addicts and those who live with them. As it happens, we all live in a broken world where we rub elbows with broken people every day, which means we all have some hurts that need healing.

Join Brandy this week as she interviews her recovery mentor, Dr. Kathy Rodriguez, retired psychologist and author who continues to lead women into health and recovery.

Our conversation begins with a look at The Genesis Process

Michael Dye, founder of The Genesis Process says in the introduction of Book 1:
"The Genesis Process is an attempt to provide the necessary understanding, as well as the practical tools, for real and permanent change. It is a blend of biblical principles, understanding of the brain, and proven recovery strategies for not only freedom from self-destructive behaviors, but also addressing the underlying issues that drive them."

Discover our own thoughts and experiences with Genesis as a means of discipleship and spiritual growth, a process that never ends as God continues to reveal His ability to sanctify and renew us.

As a woman who married outside her race, then adopted African American children, Kathy also shares some of the issues that she and her husband have faced over the years.

This leads us right back to the goal of restoration and recovery, as we as individuals in a divided society work towards finding a way forward.

Kathy and I found several more subjects we'd like to delve into in the future and I look forward to sitting down with her again and hearing from her wise and compassionate heart.

Kathy's Books:

Healing the Father Wound

Surviving the Secret

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Identity is something nearly everyone struggles with at one point or another. Who are we and who do we want to become? Answering those questions is directly related to what we believe which motivates how we behave.

Join Matt and Brandy for this important discussion on finding your identity and remaining secure in it, no matter life's circumstances.

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Love is a mysterious thing. Or is it? Is it what we see on movie screens or read about in books? Is it just a feeling, like butterflies in the belly? Is it really possible to fall out of love? Could it actually be something more? Something deeper?

Join Matt and Brandy this week as they discuss the many ways love is defined and then narrow in on what they believe is the best definition of all.

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Last week we shared how our marriage overcame infidelity and this week we share how to keep your marriage safe from the outset.

Every marriage is vulnerable to temptation. Listen is as we share some of the ways that temptations were allowed to take root and foster in our marriage, as well as some key elements to preventing the same in your own marriage.

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Broken, messy people with a closet full of skeletons. That's what we are.

Listen in this week as Matt and Brandy share their own story about overcoming infidelity as well as a message of hope, grace and new beginnings.

This is Part 1 of a 2-part discussion. Next week we will delve deeper into how to avoid or overcome some common pitfalls that often lead to an affair.

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