Best Sara Van Driel Podcasts (2024)

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S5, Ep. 1: Where Does Our Comfort Come From? 24:05

1d ago24:05

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Have a comment? Text us! Anxiety, distress, and grief are emotions that we experience when going through the troubles and storms in this life. The Bible tells us that God is the source of our comfort. But how can we access that comfort? Our hosts discuss 2 Corinthians 1:3-7. They also share different situations in their own lives about how a postur…

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Season 5 Trailer: God of Comfort 2:49

3d ago2:49

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Have a comment? Text us! Join us on 23 August, 2024 as we kick off the FIFTH Season of Coffee With Jesus! Coffee With Jesus is dedicated to bringing hope, comfort and encouragement to the body of Christ. We have outstanding guests and host and guest hosts coming up in our fifth season! Join us, starting on 23 August, 2024 and then every other Tuesd…

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Bonus Episode: God is Always in Control 10:11

1M ago10:11

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Have a comment? Text us! Recent events, in America and all over the world, have caused fear and anxiety to spread. In this short, bonus episode, our host seeks to reassure people and let everyone know that God is still in control. No matter what happens in America, no matter what happens in Europe, no matter what happens in the Middle East, God is …

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S4. Ep. 21: Above and Beyond 19:00

1M ago19:00

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Have a comment? Text us! Have you ever had that moment, where you asked God for something, and He not only answered your prayer, our Father went so far above and beyond what you could have hoped? Where God didn't just answer your prayer, God ANSWERED your prayer? Our host has. In this episode, he shares how he went to our Father in some of his most…

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S4, Ep. 20: Who is God? 22:13

3M ago22:13

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Have a comment? Text us! We call Him by multiple names: Heavenly Father, the Great I AM, Jehovah, Lord, God Almighty, but who is God? In this episode our host takes a deep dive into who God is, and who God is not. God is many things to many people. The Great I Am is more than words, more than descriptions. Jehovah is relational and loving. Discover…

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S4, Ep 19: You Are Valuable 11:03

3M ago11:03

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Have a comment? Text us! You are a child of God. Jesus told us that NOTHING can change that. No matter what life may throw your way, you will never lose your inherent value as a child of the Most High God. Follow our host as he shares stories and scriptures to show how valuable you are. Listen and know that as a child of God, nothing that life thro…

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S4, Ep 18: Is There a Limit to God’s Power? 20:53

4M ago20:53

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Have a comment? Text us! It was a lot to deal with in a short period of time...his dad was admitted to the hospital—maybe for the last time, he got troubling health results and received a notice that his lease would not be renewed! Having already moved twice in less than 12 months unleashed a financial burden, and these colliding whirlwinds rumbled…

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S4, Ep. 17: Is it ok to Have Questions? 13:55

4M ago13:55

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Have a comment? Text us! Sara and her family moved 14 states north. They were committed to the new plan. Sold a house, bought another one, moved the whole family and all their belongings… But 2023 was not the year they had planned. How do you manage the overwhelming internal questioning when things don’t work out as planned? Questions such as, how …

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S4, Ep. 16: Trusting God in Grief 20:09

4M ago20:09

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Have a comment? Text us! "Into every life a little rain must fall, and losing one you love is like a storm...but storms are passing..." - Michael W. Smith, Leesha The call came in the middle of the night. Though his father had been sick for some time, and the call was not entirely unexpected, a huge weight fell upon our host. His father had passed …

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S4, Ep. 15: Is Spiritual Warfare Real? 21:15

5M ago21:15

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Have a comment? Text us! Is Spiritual Warfare Real? Paul tells us, "our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. " (Eph 6:12) Daniel waited 21 days for an answer to prayer as the messenger angel was…

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S4, Ep. 14: The Christian Dichotomy (Lent 2024) 21:08

6M ago21:08

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Have a comment? Text us! Many approach Lent as a season to get closer to God. But what happens after Lent? What do we do with what we learned through it? This episode brings a different approach to Lent. Our host focuses on the impact Lent should have on us. By sharing some of his experiences (raw and unfiltered), he encourages us to think about wh…

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S4, Ep. 13: Is God’s Word Reliable? 19:06

6M ago19:06

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Have a comment? Text us! Is the Bible reliable? Is it really the Word of God? If you have faced the argument, "The Bible isn't reliable because it is full of contradictions," this episode is for you. In this episode, our host answers tough questions about the authority of the Bible or the God-breathed Word of God. He shows examples of how, historic…

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S4, Ep. 12: Should We go to God First? 18:34

7M ago18:34

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Have a comment? Text us! And now for something completely different. No, this is not Monty Python, but this episode of Coffee With Jesus will be a little bit different from most. Typically, our hosts, guests and guest hosts will share testimonies of their trials and tribulations. They'll talk about how God helped them through, carried them and stre…

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S4, Ep. 11: In Our Father's Arms 20:21

7M ago20:21

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Have a comment? Text us! Artic blast! 30 year snow storm! And no lights… What do a young toddler learning to ice skate, a complicated move back to college and a record winter event have in common? To answer this question, our host talks about what he saw and experienced in three separate instances when pain, distress, and anxiety collided. He share…

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S4, Ep. 10: Witnessing God's Power 21:47

8M ago21:47

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Have a comment? Text us! On 2 March 2023, Yilda Rivera was rushed to the hospital with stroke-like symptoms. Her vision went blurry, and everything was spinning. Yilda lost the ability to speak, and her right side was not responding. On the way to the hospital, her throat started to close, and she found herself gasping for air. While she was barely…

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S4, Ep. 9: Back to Basics II: Liberty 21:10

9M ago21:10

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Have a comment? Text us! "One person esteems one day as better than another, while another esteems all days alike. Each one should be fully convinced in his own mind. The one who observes the day, observes it in honor of the Lord. The one who eats, eats in honor of the Lord, since he gives thanks to God, while the one who abstains, abstains in hono…

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S4, Ep 8: Back to Basics I: The Essentials 22:19

9M ago22:19

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Have a comment? Text us! What beliefs are necessary in order to be a Christian? What doctrines must one believe to be called a Christian? Is our salvation based on what we do, or is there more to it than that? As the end of the year approaches, people all over the world start to reflect on the past year and on the future. Join us as we reflect on t…

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S4, Ep. 7: How Will War Impact Christians? (Part 2) 20:57

10M ago20:57

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Have a comment? Text us! Christmas day in Afghanistan...Christmas eve back in the U.S.A. Our host was video chatting with is family when those dreaded words came over the loudspeaker: INCOMING, INCOMING, INCOMING! That was the start of a very long day. War is scary. War seems to be everywhere. Christians around the world are feeling a sense of drea…

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S4, Ep. 6: How Will War Impact Christians? (Part 1) 22:10

10M ago22:10

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Have a comment? Text us! It happened right after breakfast. A thundering and loud BOOM shook a military base in Afghanistan. There was dust everywhere, like that of an enraged sandstorm. Shattered buildings, walls caved in, and a video revealed the story of how 1,500 pounds of high explosives threatened the lives of those in the military base. War …

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S4, Ep. 5: Did We Miss the Rapture? 16:29

11M ago16:29

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Have a comment? Text us! From sensational news to clickbait YouTube videos, people are spreading fear. Anxiety seems to be on the rise, not just with world events, but with End Times events as well. That begs the question: Did we miss the rapture? SPOILER ALERT: No, no we did not. In this episode, our host takes us through scriptures to examine the…

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S4, Ep. 4: Details, God is ALWAYS There! 16:18

11M ago16:18

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Have a comment? Text us! Every detail of the short trip was carefully planned: flights, car rental, route to the hotel, enjoying the time away, and then back. But that short layover in the Dallas/Fort Worth airport was concerning. Will they have time to make the flight connection? Will their luggage make it on time? When worry showed up, our host d…

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S4, Ep. 3: God is Not Willing That ANY Should Perish 15:22

11M ago15:22

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Have a comment? Text us! In this episode, our host, Sarah Tyler, gives you Jesus. What does this mean? Sarah shares an honest and loving warning about the last days that we are living in. She explains how God is fully just and fully merciful and that He doesn’t want anyone to perish. She shares God’s love letter for humanity through Jesus Christ an…

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S4, Ep. 2: Why Was Elijah Depressed? 18:19

12M ago18:19

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Have a comment? Text us! In life, we face storms; we may face depression. But take heart; God is your ever-present help in times of trouble. He will be your strength. In this episode, we talk about how God intervenes when we are facing depression. Our host clarifies that just because someone is seeking help through a healthcare professional or taki…

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S4, Ep. 1: How to Recover From Rock Bottom, Part 3 20:19

1y ago20:19

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Have a comment? Text us! Do you ever feel like God isn’t with you? Sometimes, when going through life’s storms, it can be hard to feel God’s presence. However, He has promised to never leave us or forsake us. When you have hit Rock Bottom, it can seem like God has left you, but our Lord will NEVER abandon you. Join us for the inaugural episode of o…

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Trailer: Season 4, GOD is Your Strength 2:25

1y ago2:25

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Have a comment? Text us! God is your comfort, your shield and your strength. This is the trailer for Season 4 of Coffee With Jesus. It was recorded outside as a video and translated into audio. Join us 23 August for a compelling testimony of courage, comfort and hope! Coffee With Jesus Website: https://coffeewithjesus.info/ Coffee With Jesus Facebo…

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Special Episode: Be Prepared 18:43

1y ago18:43

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Have a comment? Text us! This episode will not be your typical episode of Coffee With Jesus. Drawing inspiration from the prophet Habakkuk, our host will share how it is important to prepare for what may be coming, as well as how important it is to hold on to God's promise to always be with us. The motto of the Boy Scouts of America is, "Be Prepare…

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S3, Ep. 23: Growing in Christ Jesus, Part 2 19:23

1y ago19:23

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Have a comment? Text us! In this season finale of Coffee With Jesus, guest hosts Elizabeth Bristol and Christine Hobbs discuss practical ways to grow in your relationship with Jesus. They talk about the different ways you can here God Starting with prayer, a Christian can get to know all about from our Father and our Savior. It is important to lear…

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S3, Ep. 22: Growing in Christ Jesus, Part 1 18:08

1+ y ago18:08

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Have a comment? Text us! In this episode of Coffee With Jesus, guest hosts Elizabeth Bristol and Christine Hobbs discuss practical ways to grow in your relationship with Jesus. They talk about the three "C"s: Cannon, Communication and Commitment. Starting with Scripture, a Christian can get to know all about Christ. It is important to learn everyth…

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S3, Ep. 21: Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness, Part 2 21:53

1+ y ago21:53

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Have a comment? Text us! "God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice,[a] for they will be satisfied." (New Living Translation) Some English translation render the Greek word dikaiosynēn (righteousness, justice) as "justice." In this episode of Coffee With Jesus, Guest hosts, Rick Schuette and Don Dawson continue their examination of the be…

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S3, Ep. 20: Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness, Part 1 20:37

1+ y ago20:37

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Have a comment? Text us! "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled." ~ Matthew 5:6 In this episode of Coffee With Jesus, Guest hosts, Rick Schuette and Don Dawson begin their examination of the beatitudes, focusing on righteousness. Starting out by discussing what Dietrich Bonhoeffer referred to as "cheap g…

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Special Episode: He Is RISEN! 6:48

1+ y ago6:48

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Have a comment? Text us! He is RISEN! Jesus Christ is RISEN! Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting? Jesus Christ is a risen savior. As Christians around the world gather to celebrate the resurrection, an event which changed the world forever, our Host takes a few minutes to share God's great love for you. Listen, and know h…

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S3, Ep. 19: Take This Cup 16:48

1+ y ago16:48

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Have a comment? Text us! On the night he was betrayed, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.” Later…

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S3, Ep. 18: Healing Through Helping 16:43

1+ y ago16:43

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Have a comment? Text us! The Bible tells us that God, "comforts us in our troubles so that we may comfort others." (2 Cor 1:4). But what if the comfort we receive actually comes from us comforting others? It may seem a little backwards to some, but in this episode our host explains how, in providing help and comfort to others, we can receive healin…

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S3, Ep. 17: How Do We Experience God’s Strength? 18:11

1+ y ago18:11

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Have a comment? Text us! You have heard many times that God is with you through the storm. But when you are going through the storm, how can you experience God’s strength? How can you feel His presence and His voice lifting you up? In this episode, our host shares three practical ways to experience God’s strength when you are going through difficul…

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S3, Ep. 16: Lent - Acts of Service 15:34

1+ y ago15:34

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Have a comment? Text us! Have you noticed that Coffee With Jesus has been releasing episodes more frequently lately? Have you wondered why that is? Typically, during Lent, people fast or give up something to focus on spiritual nourishment and growing closer to God. Our host, Todd Uebele, shares some ideas to practice during this season and how he i…

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S3, Ep. 15: The Winter of Our Discontent 17:11

1+ y ago17:11

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Have a comment? Text us! "Now is the winter of our discontent / Made glorious summer by this son..." This winter has been a winter of discontent for our host, Todd Uebele. In this episode, he shares his discontent and how he was able to get through it and past it. Winter can be a tough time for a lot of people, but there is hope! Join us as we brin…

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S3, Ep. 14: Eternity 16:43

1+ y ago16:43

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Have a comment? Text us! Do you know where you will spend eternity? Life on Earth has a beginning and an end. There is an important decision that you can make between the beginning and the end of y our life on Earth that will determine where you go after that life ends. John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world that he gave His only Son and whoso…

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S3, Ep. 13: The Reason for the Season 15:15

1+ y ago15:15

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Have a comment? Text us! What is the meaning of the resurrection for both Christians and non-Christians? "And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile and you are still in your sins." (1 Cor 15:17, ESV) Jesus' resurrection is a pivotal moment in human history. Lent and Easter point to Jesus' death and resurrection; this is why in this ep…

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S3, Ep. 12: A Plea For Love 14:09

1+ y ago14:09

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Have a comment? Text us! How did a star, a word, and a 10-year-old girl prompt a profound plea for love? In this episode, our host, Sara van Driel discusses what it means to lead in love. We cannot lead in love if we are not grounded in love. She provides Bible passages about being grounded in love and what that love looks like. Sara proceeds to pr…

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S3, Ep. 11: Jesus Holds Everything Together 17:12

1+ y ago17:12

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Have a comment? Text us! What do Mondays, Gorilla Tape, belts and Jesus all have in common? That seems kind of random, doesn't it? In this episode, our host uses one to illustrate how Jesus will take care of you. It may seem a little odd to use Gorilla Tape as an illustration. After all, Gorilla Tape can and does fail. Whereas Jesus will NEVER fail…

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S3, Ep. 10: Why is Newness So Exciting? 22:29

1+ y ago22:29

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Have a comment? Text us! What comes to mind when you think about something new? Maybe the smell of opening a new book, the freshness of relief, or the anticipation of a new experience. Why is newness so exciting? In this episode, special guest Yilda Rivera and host Todd Uebele talk about newness. They talk about how the Scriptures tell us that when…

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2022 Advent Devotional: A Prayer For Peace 7:35

1+ y ago7:35

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Have a comment? Text us! During the hustle and bustle of the season, it can be easy to lose our sense of peace. Add in major life transitions on top of that and it can be REALLY easy to lose our sense of peace. In this special Advent devotional, host Sara van Driel shares how she manages to find that peace, even in the midst of a major life transit…

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S3, Ep. 9: Who Do I Think I am? 20:23

1+ y ago20:23

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Have a comment? Text us! How can someone with low self-image, low self-confidence...someone who does not consider himself a 'good person', possibly think he deserves to serve God? Spoiler Alert: He doesn't deserve to serve God. Extra Spoiler Alert: Nobody deserves to serve God. In this episode, our host shares some of his faults, demonstrates how w…

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S3, Ep. 8: The Power of Prayer 19:22

1+ y ago19:22

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Have a comment? Text us! What is the power of prayer? How does prayer comfort those who are anxious or sinking into the depths of depression? In Mark 11:2, Jesus tells His followers: “So I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.” There’s immense power in the prayer of a righteous Christian.…

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S3, Ep. 7: It's Okay to Not be Okay 17:41

2y ago17:41

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Have a comment? Text us! "Make haste, o God, to deliver me; make haste to help me, O Lord." (Psalm 70:1). God is our deliverer and our strength. When times are tough, we can rely on him. With your feet firmly planted on the rock, you will not be moved, even in the fiercest of storms. While we may know this on an intellectual level, internalizing th…

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Special Episode: Should Christians Serve in the Military? 10:31

2y ago10:31

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Have a comment? Text us! Can Christians both serve God and serve in the military? Chaplains aside, there are some who believe serving in the military goes contrary to the Christian ethos. In this special episode, our host examines and discusses this very topic: serving in the military as a Christian. Is it a spiritual conflict? Listen as our host e…

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S3, Ep. 6: Grieving the Loss of a Loved One 23:35

2y ago23:35

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Have a comment? Text us! It feels like each of the past few years have been years of loss. For some, it may be the loss of a job. For others, it may be the loss of a loved one. How can we get through the guilt and grief? In this episode, special guest Carey Green and host Todd Uebele talk about God meeting us in our grief. Carey shares the loss of …

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Special Episode: Should Christians Celebrate Halloween? (Remastered) 17:03

2y ago17:03

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Have a comment? Text us! Every year, the same question gets asked. Every year, the same debate rages: Should Christians Celebrate Halloween? Join us as host Todd Uebele explains the history behind Halloween and it's traditions. Comparing it to other Holidays, such as Christmas and Easter, he addresses the pagan customs and the origins of this widel…

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S3, Ep. 5: Praising God in the Valleys 16:05

2y ago16:05

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Have a comment? Text us! Hurricane Katrina took away all his possessions and left him only with three changes of clothes and a car to temporarily live in with his family. In the middle of the chaos and the aftermath of Katrina, our host was longing for God’s comfort; he just wanted to be held by the Lord. But then something happened that prompted h…

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S3, Ep. 4: God Is ALWAYS With You 23:49

2y ago23:49

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Have a comment? Text us! Do you ever feel like you are all alone and by yourself? Like the storm just won't end, and the waiting is too heavy to bear? When things don’t go well, we sometimes withdraw into ourselves. After all, it’s not easy to be vulnerable…not with others; even less with God. But when we retreat into ourselves, we may miss God’s p…

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