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When life as we know it is flipped upside down, we struggle to make sense of it all. Why would a good God allow this to happen? Hi, I’m Sherrie Pilkington, your host of Finding God In Our Pain. In 2018, when I unexpectedly lost my husband of 32 years, questions erupted out of my deepest despair. Since then, I’ve continued to search the heart of God for what He has to say about pain and suffering. In this podcast we’ll discover how God enters into our pain, shepherds us through our darkest va ...
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The Big Travel Podcast: Exploring Life-Stories Through Travel. Taking you on a journey of discovery, with a wonderfully diverse selection of characters, The Big Travel Podcast explores life-stories in travel; from childhoods with little money but a spirit for exploration to fabulous tales of exotic climes and incredible adventures. Celebrities, authors, sports people, politicians, famous faces from TV, radio, music, stage and screen, SAS soldiers, adventurers and ordinary people taking extra ...
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Looking for inspiration and spiritual guidance? Tune in to "Out of the Darkness with Ruth Hovsepian" podcast, where Ruth and her guests share personal stories of God's work in their lives. Each episode explores a different topic and dives deep into what the Bible teaches about it. Whether you're a lifelong believer or just curious about faith, this podcast will encourage you to pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ by exploring God's Word for yourself. Don't miss out on the wisdom a ...
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Ruth Hovsepian and Sherrie Pilkington, the host of the podcast 'Finding God in Our Pain' talk about how to find God in your pain. Sherrie shares her personal experience of unexpectedly losing her husband and how she found comfort and hope in God during her grief. They discuss the importance of being still and listening to God, the struggle of quest…
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Ruth Hovsepian talks with Mackenzie Morgan about what is worship. Mackenzie is a recording artist and worship leader, about the importance of worship music in the church. Mackenzie's Facebook post about worship music went viral in 2021, sparking a conversation about the theological soundness of worship songs. They discuss the motivation behind Mack…
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My guest Bridgett Dunbar, holds a Master’s Degree in marriage and family therapy, and is a Grief Counselor. She’s served in the pastoral ministry, healing ministry and several other positions, all with the focus on helping people find healing and wholeness in Jesus. But when her personal life was flipped upside down by the loss of her precious son …
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In this episode, Lindsay Tedder shares her incredible story of battling infertility and experiencing multiple miracles in the form of unexpected babies. She discusses the challenges of infertility, the process of adoption, and the spiritual warfare that comes with it. Lindsay emphasizes the importance of surrendering control and walking in faith, e…
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In this episode, Ruth Hovsepian and Elizabeth Rodriguez discuss the transformative power of faith, hope, and personal growth through Bible study. Elizabeth shares practical tips on how to start or enhance Bible study routines, including repetitive reading, studying in context, and using multiple translations. They emphasize the importance of having…
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Lately I’ve taken a keen interest in finding ways, methods, tools for my listeners to not only pursue peace in their life but I also want to connect them with actual people who can make a difference in their pursuit for freedom in the mind/mental health, heart/emotional health and body/physical health. With that in mind, my guest today is Psychothe…
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Suzanne Stines shares her powerful and inspiring journey of faith, hope, and strength in the face of a cancer diagnosis. Her unwavering faith and reliance on prayer transformed her grief and fear into a source of peace and purpose. Through her story, she emphasizes the importance of pursuing God's presence and word every day, finding strength in th…
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Picture the scene... Lisa and Simon Hunter (Madrid based journalist) are in the centre of Madrid at the fabulous Ocean Drive Hotel with a balcony over- looking over the Opera square having a chat about politics, celebs, nightclubs, tapas and more before heading up to the rooftop pool for a Vermouth...On this episode we talk..the short trip that tur…
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Rick and Jane McKinney share their extraordinary journey of walking across America to share their faith and pray for their nation. Their experiences, encounters, and unwavering faith in God led to divine appointments and opportunities to share the gospel. They also discuss the importance of being open to witnessing opportunities and the impact of t…
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You will be so encouraged to hear all that my guest, Serena Dyksen has to share. Serena is an author, speaker and she and her husband Bruce are the Chief Visionary Officers for the ministry, She Found His Grace. After Serena found healing for her abortion, she accepted God’s invitation to spearhead His plan to bring healing and restoration to other…
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Ever wondered, "Who am I really?" You're not alone. On today's episode of "Out of the Darkness with Ruth Hovsepian," join me, Ruth Hovsepian, and my special guest, Donna Scott, a licensed marriage and family therapist, as we tackle this profound question head-on. We break down the complexities of core, given, and chosen identities, shedding light o…
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Get ready to dive into a great chat with Ruth Hovsepian and her guest, Julie Sunne! This episode is all about the incredible power of prayer. They chat about how prayer can be a game-changer, especially during tough times like dealing with personal loss or parenting a child with disabilities. With a few real-life stories thrown in, they show how pr…
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My guest Cindy LaFavre Yorks is on a mission to help people identify their emotions and press into the heart of God for both healing whenever needed and the ability to live in peace. Cindy will help you get to the root cause of various emotions such as anxiety, worry, fear, overwhelm right down to the root cause. Once identified, any lie based thin…
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Join host Ruth Hovsepian and special guest Ann Visser on a powerful and inspiring episode of "Stand Firm & Face Storms in Your Life." In this heartfelt conversation, Ann opens up about her personal battles with marital turmoil and her son's fight against depression. Through these experiences, she shares how her unwavering faith in Jesus Christ has …
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My guest, Rachel Shirley is a Certified Professional Coach and Pet Loss Grief Companion and she’s here today to talk about her book, Pet Loss and Divine Healing - A compassionate Guide for navigating your Devastating Loss. When Rachel and I were connected up I was so excited to learn that there is true support for those who are grieving the loss of…
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Join us in this deeply inspiring episode where two women, at the prime ages of 58 and 65, share their journey through faith and the art of aging gracefully. "Two Women's Journey Through Faith and Aging" is a heartfelt conversation that challenges societal norms around youth and beauty, advocating for self-acceptance and the celebration of life's ea…
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In this heartfelt episode of our podcast, we delve into the often untold complexities of special needs parenting with our inspiring guest, LaCinda Halls. As a mother to her son Thomas, who is on the autism spectrum, LaCinda shares the deep emotional landscape that comes with raising a child with unique needs. From confronting personal struggles and…
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In this episode, we join forces with Teresa Whiting, author of "Grazed: How God Redeems and Restores the Broken," to delve into the depths of sexual brokenness and the beacon of hope that is divine redemption. We tackle the difficult topics of trauma, addiction, and recovery, illuminating the transformative journey from darkness to healing. Drawing…
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The topic, or the question for today is, can God's plan for your life be ruined, specifically ruined by our own poor choices, or can it be ruined by the choices of other people by way of impacting our life? I wish that question was cut and dry, but the answer is yes and no. That's the best short answer I can provide, but we're going to use Scriptur…
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When the pressures of today's world weigh heavily on the family unit, it takes wisdom and courage to steer through the storm. I had the privilege of conversing with Cheryl Lutz, a speaker and biblical counselor, and together, we unpacked the pivotal role of parents in fortifying their children against the tides of societal influence. Whether your f…
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Barbara Buczek spent ten years in the management team at the Port of Dover but over two years ago moved continents to establish Saudi’s new cruise scene with Cruise Saudi. Born in Poland she felt that travelling at an early age to Kentucky to attend a US high school gave her the travel bug. On this episode we talk about the special relationship wit…
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Join me and my guest, Shawn Paul, a former real estate professional turned full-time missionary, as we discuss the profound transformation of relocating one's life for the faith. Shawn opens up about his transition from the American dream to the challenges of missionary life in Central America, sharing the pivotal moments that led him from Iowa to …
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My guest today is the former Clinical Director of Christian Psychotherapy Services where he had been in practice since 1989 but then left that practice to become the Founder of the Meadows Healing Prayer Center. He is a mental health professional and a licensed clinical social worker. My guest is Frank Meadows and he has been counseling and ministe…
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Join us in this powerful episode as Ruth Hovsepian sits down with Jodi Howe, author, speaker, and host of "The Air That I Breathe" podcast, to delve into the profound role of faith in navigating life's greatest challenges. From the depths of addiction and betrayal to the struggles with illness and mental health, Jodi shares her transformative journ…
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Ash Bhardwaj travel-writer, film-maker & author of the new book Why We Travel is today’s wonderful guest – discussing… the rugby trip to New Zealand that changed his life, walking the Nile with his friend Levison Wood, getting dangerously lost Walking the Himalayas, the magical Sufi festival in the Sudanese desert, the pilgrimage with his father’s …
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In this episode, Ruth sits down with Jenna Smith from Christian Direction to shine a light on the prevalence of domestic violence within biblical narratives and its echoes in modern faith communities. Discover how the stories of Hagar, Princess Tamar, Samson and Delilah, and others from the scriptures reflect the psychological and emotional abuse t…
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My guest is Mary Beth Powers and we connected over the topic that we’re discussing today, unhealthy soul ties. Mary Beth is a long-time Bible teacher, a certified speaker, she currently serves as a connection Pastor at her church and we’ll be able to call her author as soon as her book is completed and published. Additionally, she leads a healing m…
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Get ready for an amazing episode of "Out of the Darkness with Ruth Hovsepian," where we chat about healing and forgiveness after child abuse. Our guest, Mark Sowersby, who wrote "Forgiving the Nightmare," is back to share his moving story and his thoughts on the tricky act of chasing justice while accepting forgiveness through faith. This talk isn'…
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Faisal Sheraiff, influencer and entrepreneur, lives in Saudi Arabia with his fashion designer wife and two children. He was born in the US to a diplomat father and an anthropologist mother and has travelled to 50 countries. We discuss Saudi’s changes and international tourism, living in Jeddah by the sea, beach days, coffee shops, large family gath…
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Hey there, beautiful souls! 🌟 Ready for a heart-to-heart that'll stir your spirit? Join us for an incredibly uplifting episode with the wonderful Missy Eversol. We're diving deep into the beauty of finding purpose and the power of sharing your spiritual journey. 🙏💫 🎧 In this episode: - Missy opens up about her transformation from a regular churchgo…
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My guest, author Noah Asher has written a book titled Chaos, Overcoming the Overwhelming. Noah uses his personal experience with chaos and leads us through what I believe (after talking to Noah and hearing this examples) is our own journey into, through and out of what Jesus modeled on the cross. Don’t get me wrong our pain and suffering do not ful…
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Join host Ruth Hovsepian and her guest, Kingsley Grant, in a deeply personal and inspiring conversation about the transformative journey of forgiveness. This episode delves into the heart of spiritual healing, examining the emotional complexities and the liberating power of truly forgiving from the heart. With personal stories, scriptural wisdom, a…
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We’re back for our new season and starting with an extra special episode recorded in the beautiful Maldivian resort of Dhigali where our presenter Lisa recently spent an idyllic week. Who better to give us a real look at life in the Maldives than resort manager Hassan Saeed who, having dropped out of school age 14 and one of 11 siblings, very quick…
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In this powerful and eye-opening episode of our podcast, we are joined by Lori Morrison—a licensed private investigator, host of The Unlovely Truth podcast, author, and speaker. She wants to help you become a different kind of P.I. - a Person of Impact. Dive deep with us as we discuss the sobering realities of forced labor, the sex trade, and force…
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This conversation is deeply layered and beautifully delivered by my guest Angie Baughman who intimately knows loss and what it means to live with complete uncertainty. A simple car ride with her family turns their world upside down. She’s in the car with her husband and 2 young sons, a vehicle crosses the line and hits them head on. The crash affec…
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Join me, Ruth Hovsepian, as I welcome David Brannock, a former pastor turned mental health advocate, for a powerful discussion about the stigma of therapy, especially within the church community. We shed light on the often difficult relationship between faith and mental health support, confronting the myths that suggest seeking therapy indicates a …
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We are happy to announce the imminent arrival of our new season of episodes and as usual we have a few wonderful surprises for you – some on location episiodes from destinations as varied as Copenhagen to the Maldives – some new partners for sponsorship and also a very exciting annoucment as to what Lisa is up to with some travel plans that can als…
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My guest today is a grief specialist, she is certified in critical incident stress debriefing, a certified trauma-integrative practitioner, an 8-time award-winning author on grief, and the founder of The Grief & Trauma Healing Network. Anne-Marie Lockmyer has quite a well-rounded education on grief but her passion is to help grieving widows. She’s …
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Are you not sure how to start reading the Bible? Sara Schaffer shares 3 Bible study tips you can use right now. If you are a beginner in Bible study, these tips will help you to study and understand God’s Word. To buy me a cup of coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infoQGg Connect with Sara Schaffer: ✔ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarascha…
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Listen in as Charlene Quint, a family law attorney with a heart for aiding women through the turmoil of domestic abuse, shares not only her professional insights but also her personal experiences. Our conversation traverses the often misunderstood landscape of abuse, shining a light on the less visible forms such as emotional, verbal, and financial…
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What do we do when God interrupts our life and turns it in a completely different direction? My guest, Morgan McCarver has an answer to that question. Just when all of her disciplined years of dance training and mastering control of her body was about to pay off in the world of competitive dance, she was forced to submit to a surgery that would avo…
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Join me as I welcome the insightful David Price, a minister, and certified professional life coach, to discuss the essential question: Is there a right way to read the Bible? Our conversation covers the cultural hesitations surrounding the idea of a 'correct' method to engage with scripture, stressing the necessity of foundational rules to truly gr…
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Join me, Ruth Hovsepian, for a compelling conversation with Shara Neubert, a teaching pastor and discipleship director with an incredible background in women's ministry and leadership. Listen in as Shara shares her insightful strategies for overcoming the hurdles of engaging with the Bible, particularly when it's perceived as challenging or uninter…
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My guest today is Rose Anne Forte (For-Tay). She is an Alcohol-Free coach, a Positive Intelligence Coach and an International Best-Selling author of the award winning daily devotional titled, “The Plans He Has for Me.” Today’s episode is discovering more about her 12 week devotional and the challenge to purposefully consider the possibility of a tr…
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Ever wish you could strengthen your relationship with Christ? What if you could start right where you are without feeling inadequate or too 'spiritually behind'? This episode's conversation with the seasoned pastor and teacher, Pastor Edsel Bone, is your golden ticket! We unpack the Bible's unique message and Jesus's fundamental role in our lives. …
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Join me, your host Ruth Hovsepian, as I welcome the remarkable Athena Dean Holtz in a compelling conversation about the often-unseen New Age influences sneaking into Christian circles. Athena, with her rich background in publishing and as a spiritual abuse survivor, brings to light the concerning aspects of the popular show "The Chosen," including …
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My guest and friend, Tina Ivey allowed me to ask questions about her personal trauma of domestic and sexual abuse. Tina has not only survived sexual abuse by her father but she’s excelled beyond merely surviving. She is living a life that is full, busy and rewarding. I personally feel that one of the strongest markers for a life of thrive/thriving …
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Happy New Year to all my listeners out there! As we turn the page on the calendar, it's the perfect time to reflect on our habits and set meaningful goals. Join me in this conversation, where we explore the transformative power of aligning our New Year's resolutions with our spiritual aspirations. We discuss the profound impact of Romans 12:1-2 on …
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Welcome to this Christmas episode as we rediscover the true meaning of Christmas amid our increasingly secular world. With the Gospels as our compass, we'll revisit the unexpected arrival of Jesus Christ, the very heart of our beloved celebration. We'll draw wisdom from the profound truth of the incarnation and the joy it should bring, reminding ou…
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