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Kathy Weckwerth
YOUR BEST with Kathy Weckwerth is a motivational and inspirational 30 minute radio show. The show hosted by Executive Director of Best Life Ministries, Kathy Weckwerth, and is a mix of relevant interviews, uplifting music, and encouragement from Best Life's staff. Spend a half hour with YOUR BEST, and you will be encouraged to be your best.
The Best of Your Best- Featuring Pastor Lewie Schultz with conflict resolution, Pastor Frank Riley with hope, Tony Guerrero with living your best life, Dr. Justin Hildebrand talking about cancer, Kathleen Sogge with friendship, Song: I Can Hear You-Carolyn Arends, John Jennings with leadership, Nurse Tammie Dahlheimer with rest.
An original drama written by Kathy A. Weckwerth, Executive Director of Best Life Ministries. Originally recorded and produced by Garth Hjelte. Starring James Bakker, Tyler Bakker, Diane Bakker, Traci Cox, and Kathy Weckwerth. A crazy psychiatrist takes over directing the Christmas community play. This show features all of the sounds and extras to make it a fun experience for children and adults alike as Best Life reminds us of the true reason for the season!
This week Kathy chats about the holiness of Christmas and how God sent His son Jesus to dwell among us and become our Messiah.
This week Kathy discusses the facts about angels and how they visited Mary, Joseph, Elizabeth's husband, Zechariah, along with the shepherds and the myths that Hollywood and people have created about angels. Songs: Another Angel Gets Its Wings, Trisha Yearwood & Vince Gill, and Hark the Herald-Amy Grant
Join Kathy as she discusses the difficulties that Mary and Joseph must have felt while discovering that Mary would be the mother of Jesus. Song: Mary Did You Know? Michael English, It Wasn't His Child-Trisha Yearwood. Bottom Line Review: The Nativity Story.
Show #110 brings a focus to our minds and hearts as we begin preparations for the Christmas Season. Songs: Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and Silent Night with Michael W. Smith and Little Big Town
Week 108- This is the final episode in a 3 part series leading up to our special Thanksgiving episode. In this episode, Kathy interviews Guest: Karrie Kjeldahl from Darling Clementine in Willmar, MN, who God called to start up a business. The two discuss what it's like to be called out of your element to do something that requires faith and courage. Song: Thankful-Josh Groban
Celebrating the goodness of God, Kathy chats about why we need to be thankful in every circumstance. Song: Josh Groban's "Thankful"
This is the second episode in a 3 part series leading up to our special Thanksgiving episode on Thanksgiving Day! In this episode, Kathy interviews Hometown State Farm Insurance Agent, Mark Frank, about his battle with leukemia.
- This is the first episode in a three-part series leading up to our special Thanksgiving episode on Thanksgiving Day! Kathy is joined by her family members to discuss what they are thankful for, and listeners are encouraged to be thankful even when we don't feel like being thankful! Song: How Could I Ask For More by Cindy Morgan. Guests: Kathy's Family.
Week 105- Strengthening Your Faith- Do you ever feel your spiritual muscles are wimpy? Perhaps you are struggling with being faithful and you just feel fretful. Kathy discusses strengthening your faith and learns a great lesson from a 3 year old! Joining her is Worship Director/Leader Dave Herring from The Point Church out of Charlottesville, NC as he introduces his latest song: Make a Way. John Jennings brings us a movie review for the movie Home Again.
The world's viewpoint, according to scripture, is not aligned with God's opinion. How can we formulate Christ-like opinions without being judgmental, but still able to remain firm in our beliefs? Do we stand firm without being bullied or pressured by others? This episode investigates details into the Sioux Uprising that took place in the western region of Minnesota. Both sides had reason for upset but where do you land in your opinion and your opinion on today's issues? Guest: Brian Haines, Museum Director from Payensville MN Historical Society.
The pressures of raising today's family is overwhelming. We are pushed and stretched in every direction and scheduling time together and time for God has been cast aside. In today's episode, Kathy is joined by blogger/nurse/mom/wife Brie Gowen from briegowen.com. as we discuss how to keep a good balance in your home life and consequently raise healthy, Godly children. Song: Your Name. Pastor's Corner: Pastor Rachael Warner.
Week 102-Dealing With Disappointment- Everyone is faced with disappointments in life, whether it's your job, health, or dealing with others. The question is, how do we deal with it? In this episode, Kathy discusses what creates our feelings of disappointment and good steps for counter-acting those feelings. Song: You Alone by Kim Hill.
Week 101- Dealing With Jealousy- This week we're joined by Plexus business owner, Wendy Carr Larson as we talk about jealousy. How do you react to someone when they are jealous of you? How do you treat someone when you're jealous of them? What are the motivations behind jealousy? This episode will give you great tips on how to deal with this emotion! Song: How Could I Ever Say Thankyou?" Kathryn Scott. Pastor's Corner: Tyler Bakker.
100th episode of YOUR BEST with Kathy Weckwerth celebrates this important milestone with a tough topic ... anger. Joining me in the studio is psychologist, Pat Russell, who discusses the physical and emotional responses that anger brings when it's delivered like a loose cannon. The two of us describe ways to work through your anger, but not act on it.
More people across America are struggling with drug addiction than ever before! Joining me in this episode is Dr. Scott Abrams, recovering addict. Dr. Scott became addicted to prescription drugs and his world completely turned upside down. Listen in and find out how Dr. Scott, with God's help, broke free. Song: Stay This Way by Jason Castro.
Raising an Esther in a Miley Cyrus World- Today's children are at risk due to such a growing rate of immorality and social issues in our world. Mother of six and MOPS (Mother of Preschooler) director, Jessica Neubert talks with Kathy about how to raise Godly girls, like Queen Esther in the Bible, and re-direct our children's admiration of today's women like Miley Cryus, to Godly examples. Song: It's Your Life by Francessca Batestelli.
Week 97- When Your Problems Seem Bigger Than You- Everyone magnifies things in life. We focus on things and they become what we magnify. When we magnify our problems, they don't really become bigger, but they seem bigger. We need to replace that focus on things of God and how He will help us, not on the problem and how big it seems. Joining me is Worship Artist & Business Owner of Rewired Creative Services, Mark Roach. Mark shares an acoustic version of his song "Beautiful Truth." markroach.com & rewiredcreative.com.
Guilt is something that continually creeps in our hearts and souls. At times it can be debilitating. At other times it can be exactly what God needs to use to convict us. How do you balance out the nagging kind that makes you captive with the gentle push of the Spirit that makes you better? Pastor Lewie Schultz and I discuss this topic. Video Clip from Toy Story I. Song: Live Like You're Loved by Hawk Nelson. Leadership Moments: Guilt.
Neltje Doubleday Kings is an author and abstract expressionist artist from Sheridan, Wyoming. In Part I of this interview, we discuss Neltje's growing up in the very wealthy Doubleday Publishing empire, how she endured two difficult marriages, moved across country from New York to Wyoming, wrote her own memoirs, and discovered her love for nature and art. Song: O How I Need You, All Sons and Daughters. Movie Review: The Shack.
Neltje Doubleday Kings is an author and abstract expressionist artist from Sheridan, Wyoming. In Part I of this interview, we discuss Neltje's growing up in the very wealthy Doubleday Publishing empire, how she endured two difficult marriages, movedcross country from New York to Wyoming, wrote her own memoirs, and discovered her love for nature and art.
In this episode, Kathy talks with Ren Holland from Little Falls, MN. Author, teacher, and historical expert on old Minnesota resorts. They discuss the decline of resorts and the effect of "progress" in today's society and how that has transformed our view of old buildings and resorts and their demise. Kathy correlates this to how God see us, old, broken down, and something from the past, and yet how He is the ultimate restorer/renovator.
In this episode, Kathy talks about the value of the past and embracing beautiful lyrics, melodies and meanings from old hymns and gospel songs. She also interviews Nashville Worship Artist, Jill Phillips, who has a brand new project out called "Lead Me Home," which is focused on this style of music. Think of your favorite hymn and why it means so much to you and tune in to listen to this episode!
So often we're afraid to pray. We think that God is too busy or too big to hear our thoughts, our troubles, our prayers. We aren't sure what to say or if we are even worthy to talk to Him. In this episode, we hear from Pastor Lewie Schultz about the basics of prayer and how God listens. Song: What a Friend-Kathryn Scott
If you're alive and living on Planet Earth, you'll have trouble. Scripture tells us that we shouldn't worry about tomorrow because tomorrow will be filled with its own problems. Instead, we need to learn how to change our attitude when we face difficulties, even when they're life changing. In this episode, Sara Lundquist, a hearing impaired teacher describes the difficulties of living in a made-for-hearing world.
The Ever-Changing World Part Two- Throughout the years, church services have evolved and look different from what they once were in the 50's,60's and even 80's. Garth Hjelte, an entrepreneur, businessman, and former band director for worship teams in the Midwest, shares insights and ideas from how today's church is changing to remain relevant. He and Kathy discuss how some of those efforts to remain relevant may be taking a slight detour from the Word of God and how that's dangerous for today's congregations. Part Two. Song "We Believe." Newsboys
Part One- Throughout the years, church services have evolved and look different from what they once were in the 50's,60's and even 80's. Garth Hjelte, an entrepreneur, businessman, and former band director for worship teams in the Midwest, shares insights and ideas from how today's church is changing to remain relevant. He and Kathy discuss how some of those efforts to remain relevant may be taking a slight detour from the Word of God and how that's dangerous for today's congregations. Part One.
Kathy celebrates a 2 year mark with her radio show so she picks out some of her favorite radio interviews, songs and spots for this episode. Song: Turning to the Light by Joey and Rory.
Many of us have issues with controlling the words that we say to others. It can be a difficult challenge to control our tongue. In this episode, Karen Ehman from Proverbs 31 Ministries (with Lysa TerKeurst) joins Kathy to talk about her book Keep It Shut and how scripture guides and teaches us the steps on how to handle the temptation to shoot off our mouths
For Christ-followers everywhere, the crucifixion and Easter resurrection is the crux of Christianity. But many of us wonder about the details, like what was the significance of the tabernacle curtain being torn in two from top to bottom, or where were Christ's disciples after He was arrested, and how do you answer critics who say Christ was resuscitated and not resurrected? Joining me to discuss these questions and more is Pastor Lewie Schultz. Songs: Lamb of God-Bebo Norman and When I Remember-Kim Hill.
Week 86-God, Grace and the Yellow Brick Road-This episode reviews the Wizard of Oz and parallels it to 3 lessons that can be learned from Dorothy's journey and scripture. Song: Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Bottom Line Movie Review: Riley Erickson.
Coping With Your Child's Illness- How do people deal with an ongoing debilitating illness, especially when their child has it? In this episode, Author & Motivational Speaker, Leanne Waterworth talks about her two sons who have cystic fibrosis and how their family copes with it. Song: Pocket Full of Faith.
This episode explores the details of Best Life Ministries, what we do, who we are, and why you should consider having a One Day Women's Event with us at your church. Guest interviewers are Best Life's Staffers: Kathleen Sogge, Bernadette Fuchs, Dr. Mary Michener and Women's Director, Pastor Marcia Cline.
Sometimes we can feel shy or embarrassed to be ourselves. In this episode, Kathy interviews Shaun Johnson from Shaun Johnson Big Band Experience. A unique performer who re-creates big band music, he brings his true self to every performance. Song: Can I Steal a Little love.
Whether you are a business owner, school teacher, Sunday school leader, women's director, or you're just leading your family, everyone has moments where you lead others. What's makes a good leader? In this episode, Kathy interviews business entrepreneur, Susan Lossing from the Twin Cities as they discuss issues and troubleshooting tips for becoming your best. John Jennings deliver leadership moments on the what and why's of leadership. Song: Lead You to the Cross.
The Bigger Story- So often in life we feel like we are insignificant. We believe that we have limitations because of our talents or where we come from. In this episode, Kathy interviews Joshua Coburn, author, radio host, motivational speaker and creator of the movement Manners & Motivation. Kathy and Joshua discuss how each life is valuable and everyone has the ability to make a difference for the greater good!
Earl and Coleen Hensel join Kathy in this episode as they discuss their call to missions and their preparation to serve in San Jose, Costa Rica. This is a huge life-change for the Hensels as they are following the prompting of God. Kathy discusses what it's like to answer God's call and move out of our comfort zone. Song: Everywhere I Go.
Today's society is changing rapidly and the more that we have ways to communicate, the less people are communicating. Pastor Lewie Schultz joins Kathy in the studio to talk about the challenges of people committing to help you, and your own level of commitment. Song: I Wanna Go Back.
Handling positive feedback is easy and enjoyable, but when we receive difficult feedback that is challenging and negative, how do we respond? In this podcast, Kathy interviews psychologist, Patrick Russell, as they discuss the different types of feedback, how we respond to them, and how we can respond in a healthy manner. John Jennings delivers our leadership moments, while Wendy Larson shares her thoughts on negative feedback. Song: Live It Well.
In this episode, Kathy interviews actress and musician, Cassandra Johnson of Sight and Sound Theaters in Pennsylvania. They discuss the topic of grace and how Sight and Sound's recent show, "Samson" portrayed God's gift of grace to all of us. Song: The Funeral Song.
What do you do with wishing you were someone else or you had what they have? In this episode, Dr. Mary Schulze Michener and Pastor Rachael Warner both share their thoughts on this topic. Kathy discusses what happened when King David had the desire for someone else's life. And Riley Erickson delivers Best Life's favorite winter time movies!
Pushing Past Your Limits- Sometimes we are the very reason that keeps us from reaching our goals or getting past our own limitations. In this episode, Kathy talks to movie producer, director and actor, Troy McKay, about his movie "Road to the Open" and discusses the topic of limits. Kristen Johnson chats about her word for 2017 in her radio spot called Positive Parenting.
It's important to look back at the year and find God moments in your life. Places where God showed up and did work to make things different and better for you. In this episode, Kathy looks back at the podcast and 2016's important moments and lessons learned where God spoke profound thoughts through our guests. Listen for wisdom from Pastors Frank Riley, Lewie Schultz and Rachel Warner. Also, Best Life Staffers: Dr. Mary Schulze Michener, Kathleen Sogge, Sandra & Gene Sheih and Tony Guerreo.
This Christmas, enjoy an original drama written by Kathy A. Weckwerth, Executive Director of Best Life Ministries. Recorded and produced by Garth Hjelte. Starring James Bakker, Tyler Bakker, Diane Bakker, Traci Cox, and Kathy Weckwerth. A crazy psychiatrist takes over directing the Christmas community play. This show features all of the sounds and extras to make it a fun experience for children and adults alike as Best Life reminds us of the true reason for the season!
Christmas has special meaning to us for all kinds of reasons. This week's episode looks at some of the favorites of Christmas, while Pastor Bev Modlin from Best Life's staff joins us for a devotional.
This week's episode helps you remember the reason for the season. When we create undue stress to make things perfect, we create chaos. This show helps us to realize that creating a peaceful atmosphere will help us focus on Christ and not on ourselves. Joining Kathy in this episode is Nashville Musician, Mindy Smith, as we talk about her Christmas CDS, "My Holiday," "Snowed In" and her new feature song, "The Snow and Three Thousand Miles."
With a huge to-do list, we greet the coming month with trepidation and fatigue getting ready for our parties, cookies, services, and Christmas dinners. In this episode, Kathy chats with jazz musician, Tony Guerrero, as he talks about the new CD he and The Tony Guerrero Quintet worked on with Jane Lynch and Tim Daley from Glee, along with Paula Flannery from The Office.
Life can push us to our limits and we often want to give up. In this episode, Kathy discusses her favorite author, Grace Livingston Hill, a Christian author from the late 1800s, and how she impacted her own life and that of so many others throughout the years. Grace didn't give up and wrote her characters to have perseverance. Kathy interviews author & creator of the website gracelivingstonhill.com, Daena Creel.
In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul encourages us to have inner core strength as a Christ follower. In this episode, Kathy talks to Leif Sundberg, contestant from the NBC tv show, American Ninja Warrior about training for the show, as well as his fight to help for a cure for Alzheimers.
Scripture tells us that God knew us while we were still in our mother's womb. He's given us gifts and talents to use in this world to help others and to encourage and bless those around us. Kathy talks with Brett Adkins, Producer at Fox News channel 9 in the Twin Cities about how God developed and matured his gifts to lead him to the job he has now where he is excelling and encouraging others. What God given gifts do you have and how are you utilizing them to bless others?
Today's generation of youth are faced with incredible challenges and difficulties. The church's ever changing ways are making the path rocky for kids who are trying to stand up for their beliefs. It's time to stand firm on the foundation set out for God's Word. Pastor Ralph Gustafson from Bethel University joins Kathy.
With society's shift in an increase in violence, with terrorist's attacks, bombings, and war, the world can feel unsafe and you might be living with a fear-filled attitude. But God does not want us to live our day in and day out existence being afraid. In this week's episode, Alice Fulk, former Crime Analyst for the Des Moines' Police Department joins Kathy as they talk about the state of the world and how you can keep yourself and your family safe.
Everyone faces conflict. Knowing how to deal with problems quickly and confidently is the key essential to dealing with trouble. Resolving conflict with others is Christ-like. Joining Kathy in the studio is Pastor Lewie Schultz. Lewie and Kathy discuss various kinds of conflicts along with tips and techniques on how to solve issues.
Everyone needs a little help when it comes to getting motivated! In this episode, businesswoman, Jessi Wendland, and business owner, John Jennings join Kathy to discuss the various aspects of motivation. We are so much more when we get motivated and get things done. Find your motivation!
Everyone deals with fear, but sometimes that fear can be debilitating. How do you handle fear and what does God say about fear and how He will help you walk through it. Joining Kathy on this podcast is Pastor Frank Riley, and served in 2 deployments as Champlain for the United States Navy Reserve. Also, in this episode, Val McKay, financial expert, discusses estate planning.
So often in life, people say stupid things to us ... things that hurt, things that wound our souls deeply. How do we forgive them, move past those words, and not let them get to us? In this episode, Kathy chats about experiences she's dealt with and how she's learned over the years to walk past hurtful words. She also looks at how God looks at us and loves us.
Cancer is something that we all are dealing with, whether we're fighting it, surviving it, or helping someone else on their journey as they struggle with it. In this episode, Kathy talks with Nonprofit Founder of the organization called Fighter's Foundation, Joshua Iskierka about his successful battle fighting thyroid cancer. She'll also be joined by Dr. Kara Arne, as Kara discusses her battle against two kinds of cancer. Find encouragement and advice from Dr. Justin Hildebrand as well.
In this episode, Kathy talks about the value of investing in others. Author of the new book The Baseball Whisperer: A Small Town Coach Who Shaped Big League Dreams, Michael discusses how small town coach, Merle Eberly invested in hundreds of baseball players and how some turned out to become part of the baseball Hall of Fame.
In this episode, Kathy Weckwerth talks with radio host, Julie French from KDIO Ortonville, about what it means to have God call you to something new to Blaze a New Trail. Kathy also discusses her new 10 week Bible study called Blaze Your Trail.
Getting the kids back on track and feeling healthy and focused for the new school year can be difficult! Joining Kathy in this episode is Wendy Carr Larson, a mom of 3 and award-winning business woman. Listen as they discuss topics like having quality time with your family, organizing schedules and setting up your kids for success.
So often in life, God blesses us with wonderful gifts and talents. How are we going to effectively utilize those gifts and how can we bless others with our gifts? In this episode, Kathy interviews the Craig Johnson, author of the Longmire book series, basis for the Longmire Netflix series (that starts its 5th season on September 23rd). Craig is a successful author and is using that blessing by blessing his hometown of Buffalo, Wy. Listen in for more details!
We all have stress in our everyday lives, but are we living with stress and letting it control us, or are we coping with it in a healthy manner? Nurse Tammie Dahlheimer joins Kathy in the studio this episode as we talk about good stress, bad stress, and how to effectively manage stress.
Part II of our discussion about developing healthy friendships. This podcast features Kathy's friend, Director of Prayer Support for Best Life Ministries, Kathleen Sogge as they discuss the criteria for creating a healthy friendship that isn't overwhelming or overbearing.
Finding friends is difficult in today's busy world. Keeping a healthy relationship with friends is even harder! In this episode, Kathy's friend, Kathleen Sogge (motivational speaker & prayer director for Best Life Ministries) chats with Kathy about finding friends, developing healthy boundaries, listening and talking ratio and more!
Featured on this episode is Worship Artist and author, Carolyn Arends. Carolyn discusses her 20 year career, along with family life, writing songs, and living a life with intention. Check it out and if you like this episode, please write a review so others can find the show!
Week 51-Where Do You Find Your Happiness?-Featured on this show is Author & Musician, Dwayna Litz discussing her new book Happiness-No Man Required. Complete happiness isn't found in other people. True happiness can be found in little things in life. But for sure, complete happiness is found when we have a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
Life can be so challenging! The only way that we're going to be able to become our best version of ourselves, is by spending time alone with God in prayer and His Word. Joining me in the studio this week is the Founder & Executive Director of Love God Greatly, is Angela Perritt. Angela talks about her ministry, her upcoming book, and the importance of making time for God.
Choosing to raise a child (or children) on your own isn't always a first choice. Sometimes it's just the way things end up. If you're experiencing fatigue, stress, or just need a little encouragement as you're single parenting, this show is for you! Joining me in the studio is mother of 5 kids, a single parent, as well as a Best Life Ministries' Staffer, Misty Pharr. Misty addresses the ups and downs of everyday life, raising children alone.
We all experience times when we are insecure, and we must learn to accept that the way that God created us is for a purpose and for our BEST. Hailey Rausch, a 14 year old author and creator of a movement called Beautifully You Movement, joins me on this episode, to take a closer look at believing that what makes you different is truly what makes you beautiful. Also on this episode, Dr. Justin Hildebrand with tips on living without ibuprofen.
On Father’s Day, what better way to glean parenting tips than talk to a dad! Best Life Staffer, Rob Proper shares help on raising children in today’s busy world.
When Farmer Dean and I prayed to find God's direction for our ministry to have a headquarters, we never imagined it would be purchasing a 1900's church and moving it to our grove. Here's some fun information about the goodness of God behind the scenes of buying this little church. Featuring an interview with Marie Johnson (whose husband sold us the church) of Murdock, MN.
Frequently we get pulled into the approval trap where we believe that who we are is based on what other people think and say about us. Pastor Lewie Schulz joins Kathy in the studio to discuss how to feel complete without the approval of others. Also featured is Tony Guerrero with his segment Everyday Worship- You Are Gifted, and Pastor Rachel Warner with a devotional on this subject.
Today's busy world gets us spinning as our calendars lead us. How do we break the habit of busy? Joining Kathy in the studio is Women's Director of Peace Lutheran, Julie Carver, who also serves on the Best Life staff as our Promotional Director. This episode features Riley Erickson with a movie review and Dr. Justin Hildebrand with health tips.
Sometimes we are resentful about where we end up living. City-folks want the country, Country-folks want the city. Join Kathy and some hometown friends, Matthew Hagestuen, and Benson business owners, Reed Anfinson and Carla Johnson, as they discuss the benefits and closeness of working together in community, no matter where you live!
Join Kathy as she celebrates mothers everywhere. Kathy's 85 year old mother, Leta, joins the show to discuss what she's learned about mothering throughout the years. And several of Kathy's favorite friends (ages 2-50) share their best wishes for Mom!
It's great to be productive, but if all we do is work, we're missing out on living life to its fullest. In this episode, join Pediatric Nurse, Tammie Dahlheimer, as she and Kathy discuss the benefits of rest, from emotional, to physical
Listen to one of our favorite episodes, filled with encouragement and understanding about the tough subject of divorce. Special guest Sheri Anderstrom Pearson.
Christians celebrate the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ at this time of year. This show discusses the journey to the cross and the sacrifice Christ made for us.
Sometimes winter can bring seasonal sadness. Sometimes circumstances are overwhelming and we become depressed. And sometimes we have a chemical imbalance that makes us feel in the pits of despair. Joining me in this episode is my friend, Women's Director Christi Pease and Worship Artist, Sara Groves, as we talk about depression and Sara's latest CD. Also, my old childhood friend, Pastor Robin Bruns Thomas joins us with a devotional on the subject.
There are times in our lives when we regret things we have said or done. Sometimes we regret things that have happened to us. We can get stuck in life and can't move forward on the path God intended. Dr. Mary Schulze Michener joins me in the studio to discuss getting past regrets, and Kristen Johnson discusses regrets in parenting.
Tommy Walker joins me in the studio to discuss the value of worship and the importance of utilizing hymns, as they transcend generations and cultures. Also with me are Best Life Staffer, Tony Guerrero, with his spot "Everyday Worship" and Worship Artist, Mark Roach with encouragement on setting the right atmosphere for your church's worship service.
Who we are behind closed doors and who we are in public should match. But some of us have trouble being real and authentic. In this episode, Pastor's wife, Tiffany Felty discusses what it means to be authentic and vulnerable and how you can improve at this in your own daily walk. Also interviewed is Worship Artist, Jen Stanbro discussing her CD "Real With You"
Every single one of us sins. At times we admit it and fess up, but more often than not, we just keep going. In this episode, join Kathy Weckwerth, Gary Esboldt and Pastor Rachel Warner as they give examples as to how they deal with sin. Also on the show, advice from Dr. Justin as he discusses what's your water's PH.
Love, romance, and dating can be really tricky. Sometimes it seems really difficult to make it through the tough days. Best Life Staffers, Gene and Sandra Sheih join me in the studio to discuss love and marriage for this special Valentine's episode. Also, a quick blurb about how I met Farmer Dean.
Today's youth have challenges that are overwhelming. Joining me in the studio is Youth Pastor Rachel Sogge Koubsky from The Waters Church in Sartell, MN. I also have a fabulous interview with Worship Artist Sarah Kelly to discuss music and how she got out of an abusive relationship and is encouraging others through her recovery.
In this episode, I interview Kat Lee, Podcaster from Inspired to Action. Kat and I discuss motherhood, comparison, organization, and becoming your best version of you. Everyone of us has gifts that we need to discover so we can use them to help others. Start working on how you can use your gifts to be an encouragement.
- Each one of us struggles with maintaining a healthy self confidence, once that is not too exaggerated, and one that is not too depleted. In this episode, Programming Director and Radio Personality, Julie French, from the radio station KDIO out of Ortonville, MN, joins Kathy to talk about where your confidence comes from.
Very often in our lives, God calls us to do things we don't feel prepared to do. He asks us to get out into the wide open and blaze a new trail. Only we can decide if we'll follow His call. And how do we hear from Him and know it's really God calling us? This week's episode dives into these questions with Pastor Lewie Schultz. Also on the show is Kristen Johnson with Positive Parenting.
It's a new year and time to start fresh with a new perspective and attitude. In this episode, Kathy interviews Dr. Chandra Arne Hildebrand as they discuss creating and maintaining healthy/realistic goals. Also adding in some advice are Pastor Frank Riley on spirituality and Riley Erickson on being creative.
An original drama written by Kathy A. Weckwerth, Executive Director of Best Life Ministries. Originally recorded and produced by Garth Hjelte. Starring James Bakker, Tyler Bakker, Diane Bakker, Traci Cox, and Kathy Weckwerth. A crazy psychiatrist takes over directing the Christmas community play for her small town. This show features all of the sounds and extras to make it a fun experience for children and adults alike, as Best Life reminds us of the true reason for the season!
As we finish up our 4 week series on Christmas, we talk about Mary and Joseph and their journey to Bethlehem, and the most wonderful gift we've ever received ... salvation from God's Son, Jesus.
Sometimes we forget those who are alone at this season. In this episode, Psychologist Patrick Russell from Cold Spring, MN, joins me on the show to discuss the effects of loneliness of adults and children during the season. This Christmas, show God's grace, love, and care. How can you bring comfort to others?
In this episode, we talk about how our focus can get misconstrued and we take on an inward focus and become greedy and selfish. Here are some thoughts and ideas to keep a well-rounded attitude. Also a great excerpt by Lexi, our Best Life shopping adviser.
This episode will launch us into the Christmas season with a look at the real meaning of Christmas. In our busyness, we simply get exhausted prepping for all of the events and lose sight of the purpose of the season.
Every day, we need to be thankful and grateful ! Joining me in the studio is Worship Artist and Author, Cindy Morgan, sharing about her new book How Could I Ask For More- Stories of Blessings, Battles and Beauty. This episode takes us through a look at the attributes of God and His goodness and why we need to remain thank-filled.
It's a tough subject, but truth is truth and today's society is faced with a sickness ... the slavery of humans. You may think it's only happening in big cities,, but it's happening everywhere. On today's show, I interview our staffer, Tony Guerrero, Jazz musician and Director of Lets Respond, a nonprofit that helps to provide aftercare for trafficking victims. I also interview CeCe Terlouw, Director of Heartland Girl's Ranch in Benson, MN.
The days where everything goes great and we feel loved and accepted are wonderful. But the days where we don't get the job, don't get the award, and don't get what we think we need don't feel good when dealing with rejection. In this episode, Pastor Bev Modlin joins me to discuss that awful feeling of rejection and how to be an overcomer.
Each day we are seeing more children with special needs such as ADD and autism. They are being integrated into the school system and everyday life. Many of us don't understand what it's like to raise a special needs child, to teach them, or to understand them. Joining me in the studio today is Aimee Libby, graphic designer and mother to special needs daughter, Peyton.
So often we move right past the wonderful successes we accomplish in life, no matter how big or small. We forget to take time to celebrate! Well-known Minnesota pianist, Lorie Line, (soon to be inducted into the Minnesota Hall of Fame) joins Kathy and talks about her career and celebrating the good things of life.
Author & Executive Pastor of Menlo Park Church, Jenni Catron joins me on the show as we discuss the power that each person has to influence others. How will you use that power to encourage, equip and uplift?
Worship Artist, Josh Wilson, joins me in the studio this week as we discuss his new CD "That Was Then, This is Now" and talk about getting past your past. Forgiveness is a hard thing, and it is sometimes more difficult to forgive ourselves.
Gary & Susie Esboldt teach a marriage class for our ministry, Best Life Ministries, and bring inspiration and hope into the everyday idea that marriage lasts a lifetime. Join Kathy as she interviews the Esboldts and talks about different love languages, respect, fighting with fairness, and working at making each year stronger.
At times we wonder if we're headed in the right direction with a purpose and our destiny. God has given you gifts and talents that start even as a small child, and when you allow Him to, He will develop those traits and help you become who you're meant to be! Join guests Kristine Fladebou Duininck, an auctioneer, and Alison J. Werder, a business-owner for more insight!
On this week's show, join me and my bff, Kathleen Sogge, as she discusses how God connects dots between our lives and brings people into our world when we need them the most. Also with me is Leadership Coach, Jeremiah Palmer.
Many people are finding that they have health issues and life can be difficult with allergies to foods. Joining me on today's show is cookbook author and You Tube personality, Sandra Sheih, sharing tips on living gluten free. Also joining me is Dr. Justin Hildebrand with more info about gluten and a segment from former Worship Director for Rick Warren, Tony Guerreo with Everyday Worship.
When you get married, you never believe that it will end in divorce. Divorce is such an ugly process to go through and in this episode, we chat with Sheri Pearson who went through a very challenging divorce affecting herself, her two small children and her family. Sheri encourages us that there is hope after a devastating change like divorce. Also joining us is a segment called "Ask Our Shrink," with Jenny Reiman a psychotherapist who brings great help for a healing process and "Money Matters with Valerie McKay" as she emphasizes great tips for helping children learn about finances.
In this episode, Alice Fulk, who spent many years working for the Des Moines Police Department in the missing children's division, joins us. She shares tips on how to keep children safe. Also joining us is Dr. Ryan Walker with spiritual input that will encourage parents and children.
So often we're afraid to pray. We think that God is too busy or too big to hear our thoughts, our troubles, our prayers. We aren't sure what to say or if we are even worthy to talk to Him. In this episode, we hear from Pastor Lewie Schultz about the basics of prayer and how God listens.
At times we are placed in overwhelming situations and hope is hard to find. In this episode, Pastor Frank Riley brings encouragement from serving as a Chaplain to the United States Navy Reserve in Iraq and Afghanistan. Also joining us is worship artist and song writer, Mark Roach discussing music and the hope God brings.
: If you're alive and living on Planet Earth, you'll have trouble. Scripture tells us that we shouldn't worry about tomorrow because tomorrow will be filled with its own problems. Instead, we need to learn how to change our attitude when we face difficulties, even when they're life changing. In this episode, Sara Lundquist, a hearing impaired teacher describes the difficulties of living in a made-for-hearing world, and worship leaders, Dave Herring joins us.
It's great to be productive, but if all we do is work, we're missing out on living life to its fullest. In this episode, join Pediatric Nurse, Tammie Dahlheimer, as she and Kathy discuss the benefits of rest, from emotional, to physical.
There is nothing more motivational than a few simple, honest, positive affirmative words! We need to spend more time encouraging one another. Kathy Weckwerth's mom is in the studio to share her perspective on the value of encouraging others.
Letting Go of Fear: Do you find yourself worried all the time? Worry makes us less than our best. In this episode, Kathleen Sogge, Best Life's Director of Prayer gives advice on how to let go of fear and worry.
God's Word is powerful and delivers salvation, strength, and wisdom. Tiffany Felty joins this episode with powerful promises that God's Word needs to be a part of your daily walk.
Living Your Best Life: Every day is an opportunity to choose our attitudes. In this episode, Dr. Mary Schulze Michener shares ideas on how to keep a positive outlook.
Father’s Day: On Father’s Day, what better way to glean parenting tips than talk to a father of six! Dr. Ryan Walker shares help on raising children in today’s busy world.
Faith: At times, we all struggle with faith. In this episode of the podcast, Pastor Bev Modlin shares ideas about strengthening faith even when it seems impossible.
Is it hard for you to forgive others? In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Chandra Arne-Hildebrand shares some of her journey from pain to forgiveness, and how her story was the premise of the ministry, Best Life.