Recently, the fight over abortion took center stage over the confirmation of Justice Kavanaugh. It’s easy for us to fixate on the small picture (confirmation hearings) and the big picture (the fight for life.) What does it take to stand strong in the gap as we get off the bench for future generations? Answer? Obey the call of God on your life!
Today I’m talking to several moms with a common thread – questions that don’t really have black and white. Let’s talk about learning to listen to the Lord and what that means from day to day.
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Three Traits of a Wise Believer – The Bible tells us that there is absolute truth and that it is not relative. Walking that out in faith in our culture today requires much wisdom, but thankfully we know the One who gives generously! Listen in today as we talk about three traits of a wise believer.
Knowledge vs. Wisdom (blog post) – As parents, we should be interested in teaching wisdom first, because knowledge without wisdom leads to pride. And pride leads to ruin.
I have my friend Ashley on today, and we are taking about walking through unexpected trials. Join us as we talk through finding hope in Christ when it seems like the bottom is dropping out from under us.
Scriptures
Psalm 57:1
Lamentations 3: 20-22
A bit from my guest:
Ashley is constantly amazed by the sovereignty of God & hopes to encourage women to have #LivelyFaith. As a self-professed dork, she’s serious about her faith, but silly about most everything else. Ashley is a happily married homeschool momma who believes you don’t have to have it all together to live what you believe. You can find her at A Lively Faith.
on Instagram or on Facebook & typically with a cup of coffee in her hand.
Don’t miss the first two times Ashley was on the podcast.
Is Abortion Ever Justified? Part 1 | Part 2 – Rape. Incest. These are the words we hear frequently to excuse the brutal practice of abortion—but is it ever really the right choice? Join me today for a very special podcast as my friend, Ashely Sigrest shares her story of rape and the abortion that followed it.
In our hostile culture today, it requires tremendous courage to stand up for the truth, but it’s worth it. Join me for our MomStrong International study this week.
Scriptures
1 Timothy 4:1-5
Acts 4:1-14
Psalm 127:3-5
Today Heidi is joined by the staff of MomStrong International to answer a few of your questions!
Chloe Howard was born with a severe club foot. Listen in as she shares the inspiring true story from her new book, “Stand Beautiful.”
Chloe Howard was born with a severe foot deformity. She has had numerous operations and faced daunting challenges but has always met each hurdle with emotional strength and grace. In 2014, Chloe was a victim of assault and bullying at her high school. Six months later, she had the courage to begin telling her story. She met Bono who spoke powerful words about fighting injustice. This became a turning point for Chloe and would mark a recovery story that builds in strength with each re-telling.
Stand Beautiful: A story of brokenness, beauty and embracing it all: In Stand Beautiful, international speaker and TEDx presenter Chloe Howard shares her story of overcoming injustice, battling self-doubt, and rising up to speak out, fueled by a powerful encounter with Bono from the band U2. Chloe’s story shows that even through brokenness and shame, we can venture toward hope, accept our unique selves, and share in our human experiences. Chloe boldly addresses the unlikely hero in each of us. Readers will be inspired to be brave, to speak up against injustice, and redefine beauty as more than what the eye can see. Chloe shares how faith enabled her to endure physical and emotional pain, spurring readers to delve into authenticity and stand beautiful.
Stand Beautiful, picture book: With playful text and adorable illustrations by Deborah Melmon, this picture book asks the question: Will YOU stand beautiful too?
Many Christians have joined the tolerance movement, wanting to be known for their acceptance of others’ opinions and lifestyles in a misguided attempt to share the gospel. Why is this misguided? Because the life of Jesus stands in stark opposition to this brave new belief system.
A thoughtful study of the Bible will quickly reveal that tolerance as it is thought of today was never seen as a virtue. Why? Let’s talk about it.
Scriptures
John 14:6
Matthew 10:14-15
John 10:7-10