Best Karen Kingsbury Podcasts (2024)

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# 240: CHONDA PIERCE shares her real and raw memoir of a painful past and how she emerged with an unshakeable faith 58:36

9h ago58:36

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When you’ve spent the better part of your life making people laugh, it can be hard to imagine a life filled with darkness and tragedy, but the Chonda Pierce has learned how to be at peace with it all. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with the award-winning comedian, TV host, and actress. Chonda digs deep into family secrets, untimely deat…

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Encountering God Session 3: Pray 39:49

4d ago39:49

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Welcome to Session Three of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each…

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Episode 13: Unexpected Feelings in Embryo Adoption 29:56

8d ago29:56

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Donors’ and recipients’ feelings can change in surprising ways during the embryo adoption process, so anticipating the unexpected can lead to a better experience. In this Season 4 finale of The Embryo Adoption Podcast, psychologist Dr. Jaclyn Davis shares key findings from her extensive research with embryo adoption families. NOTE: If you would lik…

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# 239: JASON VANRULER teaches how to deal with your past to embrace the present and find the authentic you 38:03

8d ago38:03

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We all have a past, parts of it we fondly recall, and others, not so much. Licensed therapist Jason VanRuler has his own difficult past he's faced head-on and now is helping others find healing from brokenness. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with Jason to hear encouragement and practical wisdom to gain true authentic connection. Jason V…

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Encountering God Session 2: Study 32:04

12d ago32:04

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Welcome to Session Two of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each w…

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The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by CS Lewis Book Talk; Bookish Introverts Podcast; S1E3 1:13:31

12d ago1:13:31

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Brett and Melanie discuss the book 'The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe' by C.S. Lewis. They talk about their personal connection to the book and the series, the friendship between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, the writing style of C.S. Lewis, the characters and their development, the controversy surrounding Edmund's actions, and the differences…

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The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe Book Discussion; Bookish Introverts Podcast; S1E3 1:13:31

12d ago1:13:31

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In this book talk, Brett and Melanie discuss 'The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe' by C.S. Lewis. They share their personal connection to the book and discuss the friendship between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. They explore the themes of faith, family, and the power of imagination in the book. They also compare the book to the movie adaptation …

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Encountering God Session 1: Introduction 19:46

19d ago19:46

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Welcome to Session One of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter for the next seven weeks as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebrati…

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Diving into Ephesians with Jackie Hill Perry and Melissa Kruger 32:32

26d ago32:32

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Take a closer look at the book of Ephesians by joining our conversation with Jackie Hill Perry and Melissa Kruger. Jackie and Melissa, along with Jasmine Holmes who was unable to join us, recently released a collaborative Bible study on the book of Ephesians. Hear what they had to say about this challenging book of the Bible and how we can learn to…

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Episode 12: "It Was Magic. It Really Was." 28:57

29d ago28:57

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After a long stretch of unexplained infertility, Amber describes it as “incredible, crazy, and magic” when she and Matt learned they were pregnant with twins through embryo adoption. In this episode, they share their helpful, inspiring story- highlighting the importance of communication, openness to unique family-building methods, and gratitude for…

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Restoring a Broken Home 37:30

1M ago37:30

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In our last episode of the Come Home series on the MARKED Podcast, Rachel Setliffe joins us from Scotland to share her heart behind her ministry, Restored Home. Birthed out of Rachel's own story, Restored Home seeks to come alongside the church and equip and lead women shattered by betrayal, abandonment, and unwanted divorce toward the God who rest…

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"One Tuesday Morning" by Karen Kingsbury; S1E2 1:56:33

1M ago1:56:33

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In this episode, Brett and Melanie discuss Karen Kingsbury's book 'One Tuesday Morning' and share their personal thoughts about the day of the September 11th attacks. They talk about the impact of the attacks, the changes it brought to society, and the importance of not shying away from discussing difficult topics. The book revolves around two coup…

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A Home Away From Home | Hosting a Women's Retreat 39:07

1M ago39:07

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Caroline Saunder's friends, Megan Morrison and Christin Poley from Story & Soul, are here with us to talk about hosting a women's retreat that is a home away from home. They share how serving together has fostered a sense of home within their friendship and their ministry, and they talk about some practical and spiritual preparations for showing ho…

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Coming Home from Sexual Sin 33:31

2M ago33:31

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What might it look like for the modern day woman to “come home” to Christ? In the third episode of our special "Come Home" series with Caroline Saunders, we talked with Titania Paige about coming home from sexual sin, and how we can offer help to women who are struggling with a relentless, habitual sin. She shared her story with us, as well as her …

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# 238: DR. MING WANG has restored SIGHT to millions of people and his inspiring true story is hitting theaters! 53:11

2M ago53:11

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When darkness is all around you, it’s hope that can be the light and help you have sight! Dr. Ming Wang is a world-renowned eye surgeon that has helped restore eyesight to millions of patients thanks to his patented technology. But that’s just the latter half of his story. As a teenager, Dr. Wang fought to escape China’s Cultural Revolution — durin…

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Episode 11: Toward a More Life-Affirming World for Human Embryos 21:32

2M ago21:32

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NEDC President Dr. Jeffrey Keenan thinks February’s landmark Alabama Supreme Court ruling could lead to a more life-affirming world for frozen embryos. But it won’t happen without navigating some complex questions: Does “life begins at conception” include embryos? Are we willing to advocate for more ethical IVF? Can Christian believers unite on a l…

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Creating a Home that Welcomes 41:24

2M ago41:24

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Do you long to notice and create beauty in your home? In the second episode of our "Come Home" series on MARKED, Megan Morris joins Elizabeth and Caroline to talk about impromptu hospitality, practical things we can do to help others feel at home, how we can navigate times when we're tempted to believe our space isn't "good enough," and more. And s…

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S1E1 The Woman From Lydia by Angela Hunt Book Discussion 1:14:53

2M ago1:14:53

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In this episode, Brett and Melanie introduce their new podcast and discuss their different reading preferences. They also talk about their plans to feature both well-known and lesser-known authors on the show. They then dive into a discussion about the book, 'The Woman from Lydia' by Angela Hunt, highlighting the main characters and the unexpected …

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Tracing the Theme of Home Through Scripture with Caroline Saunders 38:10

2M ago38:10

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New Lifeway Women Bible study author Caroline Saunders is with us today! You'll be laughing along with her funny stories, and before you know it, you'll quickly start taking notes as she shares words of wisdom about Scripture that she's learned from studying themes in the Bible. She shares with us how she started tracing themes throughout the Bible…

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The Bookish Introverts Podcast Official Trailer 1:17

2M ago1:17

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On The Bookish Introverts Podcast, Amazon Best-Selling Author Brett Nelson and avid reader Melanie Dyer will discuss the books they've recently read and loved. They love discussing Christian Fiction books as well as clean secular ones, and they'll even speak with many great authors along the way.By Brett Nelson and Melanie Dyer

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The Karen Kingsbury Show | The Day I Broke the Bible 34:16

2M ago34:16

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On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing episode one of The Karen Kingsbury Show. We think you'll love this storytelling podcast! Karen Kingsbury has told a million stories, but this is the first time she's told HER story! Out of …

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Episode 10: Klinefelter Syndrome: Not the Final Word 28:00

2M ago28:00

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Brittany & John once thought Klinefelter syndrome had erased any hope of experiencing pregnancy. Now, they’re in awe of God’s goodness as Brittany is about to deliver their embryo adoption baby. In this episode of The Embryo Adoption Podcast, they share their journey, which they call “miraculous & remarkable.” Share, rate, review, and subscribe to …

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# 237: for KING & COUNTRY's LUKE SMALLBONE shares about the new film UNSUNG HERO in theaters April 26 17:14

2M ago17:14

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“Your family, they aren’t in the way, they are the way.” The remarkable true story of the Smallbones is coming to theaters nationwide on April 26th. Luke Smallbone, a quadruple GRAMMY®-winning artist and one-half of the pop-duo “for King + Country,” sits down with nine-time Emmy winner David Sams to talk about the movie “Unsung Hero.” It follows th…

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Why We Love Hosting a Podcast | With Amanda Mejias, Angie Elkins, and Lynley Mandrell 38:35

2M ago38:35

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In this special crossover episode, Elizabeth Hyndman brings together the hosts of other Lifeway podcasts for a fun conversation about podcasting. Joining the conversation are Lynley Mandrell, cohost of The Glass House, Amanda Mejias, cohost of His Glory, Her Good, and Angie Elkins, host of Let It Shine. Together, they delve into the heart of podcas…

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The Glass House | Learning to Regulate Emotions in Ministry with Nicole Zasowski 51:52

2M ago51:52

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On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing an episode of The Glass House with Ben and Lynley Mandrell talking with Nicole Zasowski. Have you ever asked your spouse a simple question, like, "whats for dinner?" and all of a sudden the…

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16. No Turning Back 47:24

2M ago47:24

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We hope you've enjoyed this journey of the first season of The Karen Kingsbury Show! Today's episode is the final episode and a very special one as Karen talks with Tyler Russell about his very serious decision to co-write and direct Someone Like You. Tyler shares the moment when he knew, there was no turning back! Karen Kingsbury has told a millio…

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Go Behind the Scenes with Kristi McLelland in Israel 1:09:06

2M ago1:09:06

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Kristi McLelland joins us in a special episode that features behind-the-scenes audio captured in Israel during the Luke in the Land Bible study taping. We laugh, cry, and remember together as we listen to audio clips from our time in Israel that range from funny lunch conversations with the team to the memorable Coca-Cola toast Kristi gave when we …

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His Glory, Her Good | Fighting Shame with Aunt P 35:50

3M ago35:50

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On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing an episode of His Glory, Her Good, hosted by Amanda Mejias and Corinne Allen, where they talk about fighting shame with special guest "Aunt P." Whether dealing with our own shame or helping…

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# 236: ALLEN JACKSON and his little country church is now impacting culture across the nation 51:11

3M ago51:11

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How can you live out your faith in everyday life? Pastor Allen Jackson is here to guide your path. And no, we're not talking about the country star either. He’s the senior pastor at World Outreach Church right outside Nashville, TN that has grown from just 30 people to now over 15 thousand under his decades of leadership. Nine-time Emmy winner Davi…

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Episode 9: It Won't Matter Someday 40:32

3M ago40:32

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Embryo adoption and infertility can be very tough on people who are “planners," like Jenna and her husband. They never planned to be a one-child family, but they are. In this episode of The Embryo Adoption Podcast, Jenna unpacks an embryo adoption journey of both lasting joy and lingering disappointment. She also describes how God is working throug…

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15. What the World Will Soon Know 55:34

3M ago55:34

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Someone Like You is out in theaters! Over this past season you've gone through the journey of Karen's life and how it's come to producing her very own movie! Now you can catch that movie on the big screen! On today's episode Karen talks with the stars of Someone Like You, Jake Allyn and Sarah Fisher, and listen closely, because Karen may even share…

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Our Identity in Christ | With Blair Linne 40:24

3M ago40:24

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In Lifeway Women’s newest Bible study, Alive, you’ll walk through the basic, fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. Blair Linne was one of the writers for the study, and one of the topics she wrote about is being a child of God. This week on MARKED, Elizabeth is joined by Laura Magness as cohost, who was one of the editors for the Alive study.…

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Let It Shine | Tending the Temple vs. Body Positivity with Whitney Capps 34:34

3M ago34:34

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On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing an episode of Let It Shine with Angie Elkins and Whitney Capps on tending the temple versus body positivity. Body positivity is a social movement that promotes a positive view of all bodies…

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Episode 8: Bonus Episode: Karen Kingsbury on Her New Embryo Adoption Movie 21:32

3M ago21:32

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Known as “The Queen of Christian Fiction,” bestselling author Karen Kingsbury has a new movie out- and it’s about embryo adoption! Karen joins The Embryo Adoption Podcast to talk about her newly released film Someone Like You (based on her book of the same name). It’s a story she believes in so much, she used her life savings to finance it! Share, …

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14. If We Have To Sell Everything! 41:31

3M ago41:31

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Karen shares the deeply personal moment when her husband suggested they sell everything ... if that’s what it took to follow God’s will. Karen Kingsbury has told a million stories, but this is the first time she's told HER story! Out of all of her bestsellers, Karen wants to be remembered for the stories she wrote with the days of her life! On her …

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A Special Goodbye to Kelly King as Cohost of MARKED 52:50

3M ago52:50

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Today is a bittersweet episode as we say goodbye to Kelly King as cohost of MARKED. Kelly recently moved to Oklahoma to accept a position as the women’s minister at Quail Springs Baptist Church in Oklahoma City. We will miss her, but we are so excited for her new adventure! To celebrate her time on MARKED, we invited several surprise guests on the …

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Episode 7: Pastoral Perspective, Post-Alabama 28:07

3M ago28:07

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Embryo adoption parents Isaac & Olivia Hall say people have been asking them a lot more questions about embryo adoption and IVF lately. The spark: February’s Alabama Supreme Court decision declaring embryos to be human lives. Isaac & Olivia are a natural go-to couple, not only because they’ve adopted embryos, but because Isaac is a pastor. Hear mor…

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13. Crying at My Computer - The Importance of Expressing Emotions 55:39

3M ago55:39

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Welcome back to another great episode of The Saren Kingsbury Show. On today's show, Karen talks with Tay Lautner about their Lemons Foundation and the importance of mental health. Karen Kingsbury has told a million stories, but this is the first time she's told HER story! Out of all of her bestsellers, Karen wants to be remembered for the stories s…

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# 235: KAREN KINGSBURY & her son/director TYLER RUSSELL bring hope to the big screen with "Someone Like You" 37:25

3M ago37:25

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Sometimes the only mode of transportation to take you where you want to go is a leap of faith! You would think someone as successful as New York Times bestselling author, Karen Kingsbury, wouldn’t need to take risks anymore, but Karen and her family used their life savings to fulfill her dream of making her fan-favorite book, “Someone Like You,” in…

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Hosting a Summer Bible Study in Your Community | With Anne Harrison 41:55

3M ago41:55

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This week on MARKED, our friend Anne Harrison shares how she offered a summer Bible study through her church's women's ministry that turned into a community-wide summer study. This past summer, over 250 women in her community walked through When You Pray together in their homes. What a picture of unity in a community! Listen in for the full story a…

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12. She Laughs at the Days to Come 47:22

3M ago47:22

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On today's show Karen Kingsbury talks with her dear friend Shelene Bryan about finding a reason to laugh. Whether you're on a cruise or in a prison, Shelene reminds all of us there's laughter everywhere! Karen Kingsbury has told a million stories, but this is the first time she's told HER story! Out of all of her bestsellers, Karen wants to be reme…

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How to Help Children with Anxiety | With Counselor Julie Lowe 27:59

3M ago27:59

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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode talk about teen suicide. Some listeners may find certain topics uncomfortable. It's no surprise anxiety is at an all-time high among children. This episode, counselor Julie Lowe shares practical things parents can do to help their anxious children. Julie contributed to a new Lifeway product this year called The Life Co…

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Episode 6: Poorer-Quality Embryos, Better Result 28:33

4M ago28:33

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John & Sarah were prepared for another failure when the embryos in their second NEDC transfer were graded lower than those in their first. Now, they have twins from that transfer! Lots of helpful stuff in this episode of The Embryo Adoption Podcast, including takeaways on overcoming cancer, the importance of having a mentor couple, not putting too …

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11. Have I Told You Lately That I Love You? 57:29

4M ago57:29

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In Episode 11 of The Karen Kingsbury Show, Karen talks with her daughter Kelsey about one of the mottos their family lives by: look for the miracles in life. From an officer that may have been an angel, to Rod Stewart and the High Line Park, Kelsey and Karen share the many memories they have of witnessing miracles. Karen Kingsbury has told a millio…

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10 Women Who Changed the World | With Dr. Danny Akin 36:30

4M ago36:30

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Dr. Danny Akin, president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, joins us to talk about what inspired him to write his latest book about 10 women who have made an impact on the Kingdom. He also shares his thoughts on why there seems to be more women, especially single women, answering the call to serve as missionaries in difficult places. Th…

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10. Moms and Daughters with Candace Cameron and Natasha Bure 49:33

4M ago49:33

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The mother daughter dynamic is so beautiful, and yet every mother and daughter knows that it can also be complex. On today's show Karen and her daughter Kelsey join friends and mother daughter duo Candace and Natasha Bure to talk about this relationship. Cameron and Karen share their experience of raising strong daughters and Natasha and Kelsey sha…

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Abiding in Jesus as the Pathway to Peace | With Melissa Spoelstra 38:45

4M ago38:45

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Melissa Spoelstra is back with us this week to share details about her new Bible study on the Gospel of John! She discusses the Gospel of John's unique aspects and provides a behind-the-scenes look at the writing and filming process of the Bible study. Reflecting on how the Gospel of John has personally marked her, she encourages us all to experien…

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Episode 5: "It's Easy to Feel Alone." 21:26

4M ago21:26

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It’s easy to feel alone, whether you’re an adult experiencing pregnancy failure, or an embryo adoption kid with a different story than your peers. In this episode, NEDC mom Ambre Williams unpacks how community & prayer led her & her husband to peace during their uneven embryo adoption journey. Plus, she shares about her new children’s book, aimed a…

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9. That Long Ago Prayer on a Mexican Beach with Kelsey and Kyle 48:26

4M ago48:26

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Welcome back to another great episode of The Karen Kingsbury Show. We have such a treat for you today as Karen is joined by her daughter Kelsey, and her son-in-love, Kyle. Kelsey and Kyle open up and share their sweet love story and the way God brought their lives together. Little did Kyle and Kelsey know, this love story was the fruition of prayer…

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How to Live a Fruitful Life | With Yahaira Ramos 35:59

4M ago35:59

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We must make space in our lives to be fruitful. But how do we do that? And what does it mean that we were made to be fruitful? Yahaira Ramos joins us today to talk about her ministry, Fruitful Girl, and how we can live out the fruits of the spirit. SHOW LINKS @fruitfulgirl A Fruitful Life book Risen Apparel MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: h…

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