What do we do with the complicated emotions that often arise in life? Feelings that we’ve been taught we shouldn’t feel as Christians? A lot of us push them down and pretend they don’t matter. Others of us get stuck in the pain. But the Bible suggest a better way: “Pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge” (Psalm 62:8).

How do we do that? I’m so glad you asked!

Anjuli’s Paschall’s book, Feel: A Collection of Liturgies Offering Hope for Every Complicated Emotion, has been such a gift to me. And I absolutely LOVE our tender and raw conversation. We were both in tears as we talked about the disappointments and hurts that we’ve faced. Anjuli assures us that rather than tidying up our emotions, we can be real and raw with God as well. Her book helps us

Key Takeaways:

• Emotions aren’t good or bad – they’re simply part of being human. Rather than denying our emotions, they can be an indicator light for the places God wants to heal.
• God gives us permission to feel – for we serve an emotional God! We have a Savior who not only understands our feelings, He invites us to bring them to Him.
• We can be honest with God and ourselves – rather than being overwhelmed by emotions, we can curious as we process them with Jesus. For they often reveal what God wants to heal.

This is such an important conversation, you guys. And this book could literally change your life.

Stuffing and denying our emotions only makes them come out sideways in anxiety, depression and issues with our health. How much better to bring them all to Jesus. Anjuli’s book helps us do just that!

Links from Show

Anjuli’s Book: Feel: A Collection of Liturgies Offering Hope for Every Complicated Emotion

Anjuli’s Other Books:

Awake: Paying Attention to What Matters Most in a World That’s Pulling You Apart

Stay: Discovering Grace, Freedom, and Wholeness Where You Never Imagined Looking

Joanna’s Latest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Especially when it comes to the immigration crisis. Current estimates suggest over 100 million people have been forcibly displaced from their homes. Many of them desperate to enter the United States – legally or illegally – which causes many people a lot of concern.

But what if we could balance the need for secure borders with compassion? What if we could engage with the crisis in a way that reflects the Christian values we cherish?

In this episode of The Living Room, author and human dignity advocate, Bri Stensrud shares from her book, Start With Welcome: the Journey Toward a Confident and Compassionate Immigration Conversation. She gives practical tips on how to align your heart with God’s heart for hurting people yet still advocate for secure and safe borders.

Key Takeaways:

• Find Out What God Says: Let Scripture shape your view on immigrants and refugees. From Genesis to Revelation, God cares for all, including the vulnerable and outcast.
• Seek Connection Over Fear: We often fear people different than us. Get to know immigrants’ personal stories, and discover the humanity that headlines often miss.
• Start Small, Start with Welcome: Making a difference doesn’t require grand gestures; it begins with small, intentional acts of kindness that demonstrate God’s love.

Rather than getting caught up in politics and safeguarding “The American Way,” let’s open our eyes to the opportunities to love those around us. It was the tangible, yet practical love of God shown by Christians that changed the world 2000 years ago. And I believe that’s how God wants to change the world today.

Links from Show

Bri’s Book: Start With Welcome: the Journey Toward a Confident and Compassionate Immigration Conversation

Bri’s Ministry: Women of Welcome

Bri’s Facebook Pages: Women of Welcome & Private Facebook Group

Joanna’s Latest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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You’re not alone. Many of us find ourselves caught in cycles of self-improvement and frustration, longing for transformation but feeling stuck. In this conversation with Christian psychologist, Dr. Merry Lin, she shares insights from Re-Becoming: Come Out of Hiding to Live as Your God-Given Essential Self offer a fresh perspective on breaking free from the patterns that hold us back.

Key Takeaways:

• Transformation is a process: Lasting change isn’t about quick fixes or external improvements but about allowing God to work a deep, inner healing.
• Self-awareness leads to freedom: Understanding the triggers and lies shaping our behavior is crucial for growth. We can’t change what we don’t recognize.
• Faith and psychology align: True science and scripture both reveal God’s design for us, offering practical tools for emotional and spiritual healing.

This journey may be slow, but it’s one worth taking—and Jesus will be faithful to lead us every step of the way!

Links from Show

Dr. Merry’s Book: Rebecoming: Come Out of Hiding to Live as Your God-Given Essential Self

Dr. Merry’s Podcast: The Fully Lived Life

Joanna’s Latest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Of course, that’s often easier said than done. But even when life is hard, we are all surrounded by blessings. We just need the Lord’s help to see them.

In this episode of The Living Room podcast, my very wise and wonderful guest, Sally Clarkson, shares the lessons she’s learned along the way. Especially during her time living in Oxford, England. Her new book, Well Lived, documents her journey in beautiful pictures and moving text.

I can’t wait for you to hear Sally’s rich wisdom and reminders that the life we’ve been given is more beautiful than we know.

Links from Show

Sally’s Book: Well-Lived: Shaping a Legacy of Gratitude and Grace

Sally’s Other Books on Amazon

Sally’s Podcast: At Home with Sally

Joanna’s Latest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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When John and I married more than forty years ago – (wow, time goes fast!) – I was pretty sure everything would be smooth sailing. We both loved the Lord and had so much in common, how could it be anything but heaven-on-earth?

In this episode of The Living Room podcast, Chelsea Damon, the author of the new book, I Thought This Would Make Me Happy: How to Fight Less, Forgive Faster, and Cultivate Joy in Marriage, and I talk about our own marital journeys and the incredible wisdom she shares in the book about building a strong, joy-filled marriage that’s grounded in God and the beautiful refining that comes when we let God get His hands on us.

Key Takeaways: 

• The inspiration behind Chelsea’s book and her personal experiences with marriage
• Practical advice on overcoming common marital challenges and fostering joy
• The importance of shifting focus from self-fulfillment to serving your spouse
• Insights on the metaphor of marriage as a garden – weeding out sin, planting the right seeds, and allowing God’s grace to grow
• Real-life stories and testimonies that highlight the power of love, forgiveness, and faith

Whether you’re married or not, I promise you’ll benefit from this conversation! Discover how to navigate expectations, communicate effectively, and keep Christ at the center of all your relationships.

Links from Show

Chelsea’s Book: I Thought This Would Make Me Happy: How to Fight Less, Forgive Faster, and Cultivate Joy in Marriage

Chelsea’s Ministry: Living the Sweet Wife

Joanna’s Latest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Chris and Julie Bennett stand firm on the importance of family as designed by God. We talk about so many things in this episode of The Living Room, because family is more than the people that live in your house. It extends to the family of God and the love we are to demonstrate to the world around us.

Chris and Julie share truths from their book, Fighting for Family: The Relentless Pursuit of Building Belonging, including:

• The importance of the concept of belonging
• Their journey from pastoring in Oklahoma to moving to Los Angeles with their family
• Overcoming personal challenges, including a cancer diagnosis and starting a new life in the middle of COVID-19
• The importance of creating a family mission statement and fostering a sense of belonging in church as well as at home
• How God provided and supported them through their trials
• Insights on building a community and the significance of family in today’s culture

I love Chris and Julie’s honesty as they share God’s faithfulness in the difficult times and the important part each of us play in the Family of God. Let’s keep pressing on together!

Links from Show

Chris & Julie’s Book: Fighting for Family: The Relentless Pursuit of Building Belonging

Chris & Julie’s Podcast: Finding Family Podcast

Joanna’s Latest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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It’s easy to lose yourself in trying to be everything people need you to be. But that isn’t what God intended. When He called you to serve His people, He called you to be YOU!

In this episode of The Living Room, I dive deep with the amazing women behind a popular ministry podcast as we talk about their new book – Pastor’s Wives Tell All: Navigating Real Church Life with Honesty. Stephanie, Jessica, Jenna and I talk about the realities of being a pastor’s wife as we explore topics like:

• Overcoming the pressure to be perfect
• Balancing personal identity with ministry roles
• Navigating church hurt and supporting your spouse
• The importance of vulnerability and authenticity in leadership
• Encouraging every member of the church to find their place and serve

Whether you’re a pastor’s wife or want to know how to love and support the ministry women in your life – this interview is for you!

Links from Show

The Book: Pastor’s Wives Tell All: Navigating Real Church Life with Honesty

The Podcast: Pastor’s Wives Tell All

Facebook Group: Pastor’s Wives Tell All Community

Joanna’s Latest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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In this episode of The Living Room podcast, Courtney Joseph Fallick shares the painful yet profound journey she experienced when her seemingly perfect life was dismantled by her husband’s unfaithfulness.

Her book, Still Standing: How to Live in God’s Light While Wrestling with the Dark, offers hope and encouragement to anyone grappling with unexpected challenges. Topics discussed include:

• Courtney’s early ministry, including her blog and book “Women Living Well”
• The sudden and painful end of her 19-year marriage
• Navigating single motherhood and the spiritual warfare that ensued
• The importance of forgiveness, community, and maintaining faith amidst trials
• Practical tips for finding God’s presence in everyday life and overcoming loneliness
• How Courtney’s ministry evolved and flourished through her trials

No matter what you’re going through, Courtney’s story is a reminder that even when life takes unexpected turns, God walks with us every step of the way.

Watch on YouTube

Links from Show

Courtney’s Book: Still Standing: How to Live in God’s Light While Wrestling with the Dark

Courtney’s Ministry: Women Living Well & Good Morning Girls

Joanna’s Latest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Even as Christians, we can spend so much time trying to please God, we miss the joy of simply being His child.

In this episode of The Living Room, Caroline Saunders and I have a delightful discussion about the God and His heart toward us. We talk about our own spiritual journeys, but Caroline also shares powerful truths from her new Bible study, Come Home: Tracing God’s Promise of Home Through Scripture. She outlines steps to a deeper friendship with Jesus and offers advice like:

• Practical tips for studying the Bible
• The impact of themes in Scripture
• Encouragement for those struggling in their faith
• The beautiful belonging that is ours in Christ

Hope you enjoy the interview like I did!

Links from Show

Caroline’s Study: Come Home – Bible Study with Video Access

Children’s Book: Kids in the Bible: A Storybook Bible About God’s Children

Joanna’s Latest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Surrounded by distractions, it can be difficult to find the stillness needed to renew and restore our soul.

In this episode of The Living Room with Joanna Weaver, Sarah Clarkson talk about her book, Reclaiming Quiet: Cultivating a Life of Holy Attention (coming November 2024). She gives practical tips for reclaiming quiet. But most of all, she shares the tender love God has for us. Wooing and calling us away from noise to a deeper friendship with Him.

Links from Show

Sarah’s Book: Reclaiming Quiet: Cultivating a Life of Holy Attention

Previous Book: This Beautiful Truth: How God’s Goodness Breaks into Our Darkness

Previous Episode: TLR 074: God’s Goodness in the Dark with Sarah Clarkson

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Connect with Sarah

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Does it feel like you’re in “a-fib” – ping-ponging off one responsibility to another? Or have you flat-lined and feel a little dead?

Dr. Saundra Dalton Smith has been where you’ve been and in this episode of The Living Room Podcast, she’s shares lessons from her book, Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity. You were not made to go full tilt and burn out for Jesus. He created you for an abundant life. And that includes cultivating a rest that renews and restores your soul.

Check out Dr. Saundra’s “Rest Quiz.” It will help you gauge where you fall in seven specific areas. (And be sure to tune in to next week’s YouTube video where I’ll unpack how I’m going to apply the “7 Types of Rest” this summer!)

Links from Show

Dr Saundra’s Book: Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity

Dr Saundra’s Quiz: The Rest Quiz

Dr Saundra’s Other Book: Set Free to Live Free

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Connect with Sarah

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But God invites us to calm our hearts and still our soul by learning to rest in Him. No matter what we face.

In this episode of The Living Room with Joanna Weaver, best-selling author Linda Dillow shares how God has taught her to trust Him more – and the beautiful ministry He’s opened to her in war-torn countries like Ukraine.

This interview had me in tears – it’s just that good. Hope you’ll share it with a friend.

Links from Show

Linda’s Book: Calm My Anxious Heart

Other Books:

What’s It Like to Be Married to Me?

Creative Counterpart

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Even as Christians, fear of rejection, insecurity and the snare of compare often make us hold each other at a distance.

In this episode, Jenn Schultz and I talk about her new study, She’s Not Your Enemy: Conquering Our Insecurities So We Can Build God’s Kingdom Together. Satan loves to divide and conquer, but God wants us to push back the obstacles and step into the sweet sisterhood He wants for His daughters.

Links from Show

Jenn’s Book: She’s Not Your Enemy: Conquering Our Insecurities So We Can Build God’s Kingdom Together

(Book Purchase Includes 10-session Video Bible Study)

Jenn’s Website Resources

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It’s risky stepping out when God calls…but its even riskier not to obey.

In this episode of The Living Room, Rachel G. Scott shares from her book, Taking the 5 Leaps of Faith: Experiencing God’s Faithfulness as You Respond to His Call. She shares from her own journey and shows us how to prepare, plan and execute the leap God is asking us to take.

“Taking leaps always includes risks and tons of unknowns,” Rachel says, “but I want you to remember that the risk is worth Heaven’s reward.”

Links from Show

Rachel’s Book: Taking the 5 Leaps of Faith: Experiencing God’s Faithfulness as You Respond to His Call.

Podcast: Taking the Leap with Rachel G. Scott

Quiz: The 5 Leaps Quiz

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But God promises to be with us every step of the way. In today’s episode of The Living Room, Andi Andrew shares from her book, Braving Change: Release the Past, Welcome Growth, and Trust Where God is Leading You.

Andi and I talk about the massive transitions the Lord has taken us through – and how we can fully engage in the journey. Whether it’s moving across the country or navigating the loss of someone we loved, we can count on the Lord to help us brave change.

Links from Show

Book: Braving Change: Release the Past, Welcome Growth, and Trust Where God is Leading You

Previous Episode: TLR 076: Uncomplicating Friendship

Previous Book: Friendship—It’s Complicated: Avoid the Drama, Create Authentic Connection and Fulfill Your Purpose Together

Podcast: Coffee With Andi

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Connect with Andi

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But sometimes we live as though He’s far away. A destination we have to reach rather than a Friend who lives within us.

In this episode of The Living Room, Joni Eareckson Tada and I talk Brother Lawrences’ classic book and how he practiced the presence of God in such a way it changed his life. Joni talks about practical ways we cultivate the Lord’s presence in the midst of everyday life.

Her new devotional, The Practice of the Presence of Jesus: Daily Meditations on the Nearness of Our Savior, has ministered to me deeply – but it’s Joni herself that inspires me to go deeper with Jesus.

Much like Brother Lawrence, Joni’s books and life has blazed a trail to friendship with Jesus that generations will follow.

Links from Show

Joni’s Book: The Practice of the Presence of Jesus: Daily Meditations on the Nearness of Our Savior

Brother Lawrence Book: The Practice of the Presence of God

Joni’s Previous Interview: TLR 082: The Beautiful Faithfulness of God with Joni Eareckson Tada

Joni’s Ministry: Joni & Friends

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Connect with Joni Eareckson Tada

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In a world filled with distractions, our appetite for God can be sedated with lesser things. But God is stirring a hunger in the heart of His people. Can you feel it? A holy dissatisfaction that’s awakening a desire to pursue God in a deeper way than ever before. But how to do it? That is the question.

In this episode of The Living Room with Joanna Weaver, Lisa Whittle shares how God used a similar desperation to take her on a journey that led to her book, I Want God: How to Love Him with All Your Heart and Revive Your Soul.

We go so many beautiful places in this conversation – I hope you enjoy!

Links from Show

Lisa’s Book: I Want God: How to Love Him with All Your Heart and Revive Your Soul

Lisa’s Previous Interview: TLR 043: Jesus Over Everything with Lisa Whittle

Lisa’s Ministry: Called Creatives

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Connect with Lisa Whittle

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But Oswald Chambers’ classic devotional might not have ever been written had it not been for his wife. What a loss that would have been! For through the sermons she compiled, Oswald Chambers has been my spiritual mentor for nearly forty years.

In this episode of The Living Room, biographer Michelle Ule shares the incredible story behind this classic devotional and Biddy Chambers – the woman who captured her husband’s words and shared them with the world.

It is an inspiring episode in so many ways! I hope you are challenged like I was to use my giftings for God’s glory – no matter the pain and sacrifice that might be involved.

Links from Show

Michelle’s book: Mrs. Oswald Chambers: The Woman behind the World’s Bestselling Devotional

My Utmost for His Highest: Classic Edition / Updated Language Edition

Michelle’s Guest Post: Mrs. Oswald Chambers | Guest Michelle Ule

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Connect with Michelle Ule

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Messages that tell us that beauty is the highest goal. That if we’d only wear the right clothes, but the right beauty products, then we’d feel fulfilled.

But the world’s definition of beauty is not only skewed…it can be downright dangerous. Not only to our mental health and physical bodies, but to our spiritual life as well.

In this episode of The Living Room with Joanna Weaver, family therapist and author, Melissa Johnson, shares from her new book: Soul-Deep Beauty: Fighting for Our True Worth in a World Demanding Flawless.

I hope you share this episode with a friend!

Links from Show

Melissa’s Book: Soul-Deep Beauty: Fighting for Our True Worth in a World Demanding Flawless.

Melissa’s Podcast: Impossible Beauty

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Connect with Melissa Johnson

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But what if we focused on what went right?

That’s what I did last month, and what I discovered was amazing! Though I haven’t experienced freedom in every area, the Lord has certainly taught me a lot this past year – and He’s given me several victories. And I want to share them with you:

1. Obedience over outcome
2. Progress over perfection
3. Patience over anxiety
4. Hold things loosely
5. Let God change your heart

You can listen to the podcast or check out the video below or watch on YouTube @ https://youtu.be/_vpXYS2_1BQ

I hope you are encouraged by this episode of the podcast, but I especially hope you’ll take time to look back at the past year, and with the Holy Spirit’s help, discover the life-changing things the Lord’s been teaching you.

If you missed the last episode, you might want to listen to “Looking Back & Moving Forward.” It’s available to watch on YouTube as well!

• LISTEN: “Looking Back & Moving Forward in 2024”
• WATCH: “How to Have a GREAT Year in 2024”
• WORKSHEET: “Four Powerful Questions”

Links from Show

Joanna’s Best-selling Book: Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World: Finding Intimacy with God in the Busyness of Life

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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 But we often miss the most important part! In this episode of The Living Room with Joanna Weaver, I share four powerful questions to help us look back so we can move forward with confidence into 2024, knowing that God is with us every step of the way.

To help you reflect on where you’ve been so you can get where you want to go, I’ve created a FREE pdf of the questions that provides space for your answers. Hope you enjoy!

Also available at YouTube – https://linktw.in/XBPhQn

Links from Show

Download: Four Powerful Questions Worksheet

Joanna’s Best-selling Book: Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World: Finding Intimacy with God in the Busyness of Life

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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The approach that, if I do a and I do b, then God has to do c?

The problem with formula Christianity is that it doesn’t work. Life tends to mess with it and God isn’t bound by it. But worst of all, it tends to push us away from God rather than draw us near.

In this episode of The Living Room with Joanna Weaver, Michele Cushatt shares how the dismantling of her religious formulas helped her find God in a deeper way as she shares from her new book,  A Faith That Will Not Fail: 10 Practices to Build Up Your Faith When Your World Is Falling Apart.

“God didn’t cause my cancer,” Michele says, “but He certainly didn’t waste it!”

And He’s not going to waste the painful things in your life, my friend. Though Satan intends it for evil, God is going to work it all together for good.

Links from Show

Michele’s Book: A Faith That Will Not Fail: 10 Practices to Build Up Your Faith When Your World Is Falling Apart

Michele’s Other Episodes: TLR 018: The Relentless Presence of God and TLR 005: Finding Our Identity

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Connect with Michele Cushatt

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That hurt can come from the most unexpected place of all – the church. If we don’t give that pain to Jesus, the enemy loves to twist that hurt into a weapon that turns our hearts away from ministry, from the Body of Christ and even God Himself.

In this episode of The Living Room, author and pastor’s kid, Natalie Runion shares her own journey to healing from her book, Raised to Stay: Persevering in Ministry When You Have a Million Reasons to Walk Away.

Do you know someone who needs this message? Share it with a friend.

Links from Show

Natalie’s Book: Raised to Stay: Persevering in Ministry When You Have a Million Reasons to Walk Away.

Natalie’s Book Trailer

Natalie’s Instagram & Facebook

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Connect with Natalie Runion

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We love Jesus with all of our heart, but we don’t always know how to give words to our faith. Especially in a way that people around us can understand.

In this episode of The Living Room podcast, author Shauna Pilgreen shares from her book, Translating Jesus: How to Share Your Faith in Language Today’s Culture Can Understand. Co-pastoring a church in downtown San Francisco has given Shauna a unique perspective on the needs of people as well as strategies for bringing them Jesus.

You are going to love Shauna’s heart for the Lord – for it spills out in a heart for people!

Links from Show

Shauna’s Book: Translating Jesus: How to Share Your Faith in Language Today’s Culture Can Understand

Other Book: Love Where You Live: How to Live Sent in the Place You Call Home

Joanna’s Newest Book: Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God

Joanna’s YouTube Channel

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Connect with Shauna Pilgreen

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