Adriana Belandria is my guest today, and you’ve got to hear her story of transition from Venezuela…a whole other country…to the USA… and how God helped her be a part of HIS perfect plan and sustained her in transition.
Navigating addiction as a family is hard stuff. Yet, families are often judged by what they do or don’t do in handling these messy situations.
Listen to the story of how the Lord worked in Jacque’s life, beginning with her Father’s upbringing and ending with her own story of redemption.
He is steadfast through changing seasons––and He is faithful in the unchanging seasons.
So, let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There, we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most. — Hebrews 4:16
When we constantly tell ourselves negative things, we start to believe them, and they become a self-fulfilling prophecy. The good news is that we can overcome negative self-talk and replace it with positive biblical affirmations.
Ever since sin entered the world, our souls have longed for restoration.
Part 26 – Believe it or not, we actually look for, find, put in leadership, and hire people with major narcissist tendencies and call them strong leaders and follow them blindly. All while there is a wake of destruction behind them.
Jabez longed for a change. His change started with a prayer. His prayer was sincere, and his heart was pure. Your life can be changed, too, by a sincere prayer!
This Christian momma is tired—but here sits another experience in the travels of addiction. I learned it can’t be me; I can’t save, fix, or carry the weight of an addiction I don’t have.
Yes, the truth is—the righteous suffer.
Screen time has taken over many of our lives, including our children. Learn why it is as addicting as heroin and what we can do to reverse the damage both to ourselves and our children.
My heart is worn and weathered.
“Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins.” — 1 Peter 4:8
We may become so focused on the end goal of sobriety that we forget to find joy in the journey itself. However, God calls us to rejoice always, no matter our circumstances.
Whenever my thoughts race out of control, I claim the promises to focus on the truth again.
Our God is a personal one, and He cares for His children’s specific needs.
Part 25 – How do shame and narcissism intersect? What happens when people are not taught how to metabolize shame? Join Tennison and Ginelle as they continue their conversation on the relational infection. In this episode, they will continue to unpack this disease and the motivations behind the actions and motives of the narcissist.
Janet talks about the things that God has shown her throughout 2023 in the midst of transition, pain, chaos, and the NEW THINGS God has been doing.
Yes—RECOVERY IS POSSIBLE. Yes, it is amazing. People are choosing to live every single day!
His presence continually gives us the strength to move onward.
Learn when and when not to induce, plus natural ways to encourage your baby to make his/her appearance. AND Learn the benefits of Vitamin C in pregnancy, including possibly a shorter labor! Listen now.
When I am ministering healing to people. I command “May God’s will be done in your body right now in Jesus’ name!”
Today we’re talking about worrying about tomorrow. “So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.” — Matthew 6:34
Healthy relationships are built on trust, communication, and respect, all rooted in biblical principles..
Part 24 – Narcissism may not be what you think is actually very easy to overlook and encourage. Sometimes it is hard to recognize until it is too late. The church, in its current structure, is the perfect breeding ground for narcissism to grow, thrive, and return if the relational connection of its people is not strong. Join Tennison and Ginelle as they begin to unpack this insidious disease.
You are going to hear all the powerful things that God did for Pastor Tom while trying to take his life! Tom found himself surrendering to the power of the Holy Spirit and giving all his brokenness to Jesus.
SHAME!! It paralyzed me with anxiety and took me down. Every parent I know with a loved one in addiction confronts this crushing feeling at some point. We can’t let it drown us.
When Mark Sloan lost his mother to cancer as a young boy, he went on a mission to find out what the truth was about this disease. In this podcast, he shares his story and talks about what cancer truly is and what it is not. Listen as we discuss the current cancer treatments, mammograms, and the best ways to prevent cancer. You will be encouraged!
Lilies are summer flowers and this is where He leads those who have gone through a winter season of grief and pain.
Today we’re talking about having our prayers granted. But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted! (John 15:7)
Addiction is a difficult and often complex struggle; it can be all too easy to feel discouraged or overwhelmed as we work toward recovery. But in the midst of these difficulties, there is a powerful force that can help us stay the course and find the strength we need to persevere. This force is patience.
God doesn’t turn away from those places you keep buried.
I needed to function again and not feel paralyzed by hearing the repeated stories of the incident.
Sometimes God allows an abundance of struggle because He knows that is the best path to authentic and deeper blessing.
Part 23 – SIn this episode, Tennison and Ginelle finish their conversation on healthy correction by taking a good look at toxic shame and why it must be rejected at all costs! The power of shame was never meant to be welded the way most commonly do. But until God’s way becomes the norm, we must recognize and reject shame and correction that is toxic in its nature.
Jeff Stanford is a pastor who had COVID-19 pneumonia and was lying on his deathbed. But Joy, his wife, brought healing to him by her faith, believing that he would live and not die!
Today, I took part in what is called ‘Five Minute Friday’—A writing challenge that gives you a keyword that you are to take five minutes to write on.
Learn more about the fascinating link between gut health and the brain. Dr Jana Joshu Grimm shares her wisdom with us.
Today we’re talking about what Christians believe about being separated from God’s love.
Addiction can be a powerful force in our lives, and one of the biggest challenges we face is coping with triggers that can lead to addictive behaviors. Triggers can come in many forms, from people and places to thoughts and emotions.
The Bible isn’t just a book; it’s a lifeline, rich with promises and hope.
It’s the Father’s love and acceptance that’s breaking off chains, bondages, demonic oppressions, and restoring the lives of those in captivity.
Part 22 – Shame is an emotion that God has hardwired into in our brain, so we must learn how to use it. Join us as we unpack this controversial thought and see how God has designed us to feel shame but not wear it.
God has a way of turning your mourning into dancing, your sorrow into joy! He has a way of making beauty from ashes!
God saves lives. Over and over, I watch Him perform miracles in the life of someone who often plays with death.
As we face runaway food prices and shortages of both food and energy, I’m advising everyone to stock up on their water storage and prepare now. What about water in a real, prolonged emergency? What do you do if you don’t have access to basic services due to a protracted power outage or civil threat where you can’t leave home? Listen now for tips and practical advice.
Let’s talk about 2 Timothy 1:7 and how it applies to our lives.
Addiction can leave us feeling trapped in a cycle of shame and guilt. We may feel ashamed of our actions and the impact they have had on our lives and the lives of those around us.
Part 21 – Correction is necessary to shape and mold character. However if it is not done in a healthy way, it will cause more hurt, and division in your relationships. Join Tennison and Ginelle and they begin to unpack what healthy correction looks like and why it is so important.
Jim Hockaday is a man who walks in the power of the Holy Spirit with the gift of healing and miracles. He has his own Story of Miracles, Signs, and Wonders… in his own life!
When I ache, moan, and suffer for my many sins, God wraps His arms around me and whispers, “You are still mine.”
This episode talks about realizing nothing you say helps; nothing you do changes things. It reflects on that moment you begin to sink emotionally.
When someone speaks about any disease, in this day and age, they’re often just repeating what they were told by the media, the government, or a scientific group.
Who here needs rest? You’re bone tired and can hardly think? Who here needs joy? Your life is nothing but trial and turmoil and hurt and shame, with no end in sight.
Self-care is crucial in addiction recovery. By taking care of ourselves, we can aid in our own recovery and make progress toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Make the choice to use your anger to make a better place or let it go entirely.
God desires for you to not only live again, love again, and hope again, but to also trust again.
Part 20 – Today’s episode will focus on the how of healthy group Identity. It starts with a group identity statement that says, “We are a people that…..”
There are three signs that may indicate that someone will follow through with suicide.
The next time you feel overwhelmed, pause and take a deep breath. Read these verses in Isaiah 40 out loud.
If you’re struggling to move out of their addiction, start with these few steps! You deserve peace and freedom, but it will take work to get there.
Join us as we talk with Julie Formby about women’s health and all the fun things that go along with it. In this and part two of the podcast, we talk about PMS, sleep, PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, anemia, menopause, and much, much more. A must-listen for women of all ages.
In this episode, we explore three important topics that can have a profound impact on our emotional and spiritual well-being: 1) Separation from God, 2) Changing People, and 3) Power of Forgiveness.
As we move forward on the path of addiction recovery, it’s essential to keep our focus on the promise of eternal life. This perspective can help us to maintain hope and stay motivated in the midst of challenging times.
This gracious, humble, and loving Savior is the one who cares for you and me in all our weaknesses, brokenness, and struggles today.
Part 19 – Today’s episode will focus on the how of healthy group Identity. It starts with a group identity statement that says, “We are a people that…..”
Carey tells her story of a young girl seeing her mom killed in front of her and the journey to freedom.
One day, you wake up to a child you don’t know. A person who no longer lives outside of addiction. Your reflection screams at you, “What have you done?”… Every parent with a child in addiction wonders what they did wrong.
First, you need to do or know five things BEFORE your loved one ends up in the hospital, and then five things you can do or know if your family is already hospitalized. Learn how to advocate and care for your family in a hostile world.
Not one of us is ever beyond a desperate need for the ongoing grace and mercy of Jesus.
God says we find peace and refreshment in our fast-paced world through Him.
In this breakthrough episode, I’ll share the value of thinking beyond ourselves and how that will help you live in God’s will. If you want to live above the fray (without having to live in discontentment), this is for you!
It can be hard to envision a future beyond the pain and heartache that addiction has caused in our lives. However, we can take comfort in God’s word, which reminds us that our past does not define us. And that there’s always hope for a new beginning.
He created you for a reason, a purpose, a life that only you can live. God’s plan for all of mankind was birthed before He spoke anything into existence. That includes you.
In a world where things aren’t as they should be, Jesus came to give us unshakable hope.
Part 18 – Healthy group identity is something that is very important to have a strong community and something that is not normally talked about. Join Tennison and Ginelle as they begin the conversation about healthy group identity, who forms it, what it is, and how it is formed.
Carey tells her story of a young girl seeing her mom killed in front of her and the journey to freedom.
Taking a moment to pause, name what we are feeling, and embrace the reality of why we feel that way.
What do the two phrases mean? Do the words matter?
Join us as we talk with Julie Formby about women’s health and all the fun things that go along with it. In this and part two of the podcast, we talk about PMS, sleep, PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, anemia, menopause, and much, much more. A must-listen for women of all ages.
Is anger inherently sinful, or is it simply a natural emotion that we all experience?
As we face the challenges of addiction. It’s easy to feel weighed down and overwhelmed. We may try to carry our burdens on our own, believing that we can handle it all. But the truth is we’re not meant to bear these burdens alone.
The Holy Spirit wants to get me to the place where the enemy has nothing in me to grab a hold of anymore!
We do all sorts of things with the pain of our past, but many of them are not healthy or helpful. There is a secret way to escape pain and trauma once and for all so you can escape your pain and you won’t continue in shame and despair.
You are not forgotten in the desert. Be watching and listening for Him to call your name.
Although I still had no control over the situation, I was bringing it before the One who did.
Part 17 – Join Tennison and Ginelle as they discuss some very easy ways that churches and community build their group identity around very toxic and potentially destructive things. These usually start as a “great way to minister” to a group of people, but if gone unchecked you can begin to identity yourself as your malfunction, (who we are when we are not acting like ourselves.)
Carey tells her story of a young girl seeing her mom killed in front of her and the journey to freedom.
“Let Go and Let God” I never thought this would be a phrase of controversy. We use it every day in life challenges. So, why is it a problem to apply to how we approach living with a child in addiction?
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Jana Grimm about her telehealth practice. Dr. Jana is on a mission to educate, inspire, and equip as many people as possible to get healthy and pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus.
We hear a lot about safe spaces today, places where nothing is going to trigger us or make us feel sad, bad, or scared. We can count on our school or workplace to provide that safe space for us, or we can find and develop our own.
As we journey through addiction recovery, we may find ourselves consumed by negative thoughts and feelings of hopelessness. It can be easy to get caught up in what we don’t have or what we can’t do, but focusing on the positive and cultivating a heart of gratitude can make all the difference.
The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. — Lamentations 3:22-23
At every point of my day, plants or their derivatives are working in my life to help me, heal me, and bring me joy.
Part 16 – In this episode, Tennison and Ginelle will be talking about different ways we try to form strong group identities that are, in reality, very weak and shallow. These group identities have missed the mark on who we should be identifying with and do not help us transform into who God has designed us to be.
Today’s podcast is going to bless you. Janet could NOT stop crying all the way through this episode. The Lord showed Janet that HE wants to heal the “Body of Christ” from TRAUMA!
Others may ridicule us, abandon us, or misunderstand, but God will never turn His back.
We don’t have to like the trials but God wants us to consider what they are producing within us.
Do we call sin, “sin,” in addiction? Are we afraid to offend? Why? People deal with sin every day, in every setting. There is no judgment here—I Promise! Just some basic insight from experience and the truth.
