A podcast about trusting God, especially in hard times.
Celebrating 100 episodes of the podcast. Join Laurie as she looks back over the episodes of the last 2 years.
4/16/25 • 15:07
Lonely days are a part of life. They can happen out of the blue for no apparent reason. Join Laurie as she talks about the reasons behind lonely days.
4/9/25 • 11:32
We've talked in the past about family dysfunction. No family is 100% functional or dysfunctional. There is no shame in the families we were raised in or the families we chose. To stay in the same pattern of dysfunction, however, is a different story. If nothing changes the family dysfunction continues being handed down to the next generation. Listen as Laurie talks about more family dysfunction.
4/2/25 • 13:31
I had a small part to play in honoring Junior Bridgeman at his private and public services. Meeting his family and learning about how Junior Bridgeman conducted his life gave me things to consider. Listen is as we talk about honoring Junior Bridgeman.
3/26/25 • 12:09
Some people experience many hard knocks in life. A sudden death of a loved one, the declining health of a loved one, and even the murder of someone you love. Join Laurie as she talks about trusting God during this difficult times.
3/19/25 • 14:52
It's not your job to keep the family secrets. Healthy families don't insist on keeping secrets. Listen in as we talk about family secrets/
3/12/25 • 12:53
Join the conversation about marriage, and hard, dysfunctional relationships. How you conduct your marriage is no one's business. It belongs to you, God and your spouse.
3/5/25 • 15:34
Kurt Sauder joins Laurie today. He shares the journey of losing his first wife to cancer as a young father. He shares wisdom he received and how he navigated the loss that changed the life of his family.
2/26/25 • 31:50
Facing reality is hard for some people, especially those who have experienced a lot of trauma or live in dysfunction. Listen is as Laurie shares wisdom from experiences and talking with others.
2/19/25 • 17:01
Shawna from A Little Less Toxic shares her story of what led her down the road to becoming less toxic in all areas of her life. She gives helpful tips for making small changes to become healthier.
2/12/25 • 28:10
We live in a broken world full of accidents and abuse. Oftentimes we have no control or say over what happens to us. Owning how we respond is all we can really do.
2/5/25 • 18:22
When we face tests and trials, we can count it all joy. Life can be hard, but joy helps make it bearable. Violet talks about how she learned to have joy in hard times.
1/29/25 • 29:56
Suicide is a hard topic to talk about and though we have. We do. We need to be able to talk about it. When suicide is a part of your story, it's important to have safe people to talk with.
1/22/25 • 17:48
Last week, we discussed fasting. Listen in to hear new thoughts on the subject. We also discussed the snowstorm that hit the Midwest and the horrific fires in LA.
1/15/25 • 20:46
It's a new year which means resolutions and new goals. Or does it? Are you a resolution/goal kind of girl? Let's talk about it.
1/8/25 • 11:24
Saying goodbye to the old year and hello to the new. Here's to leaving unhealthy behaviors behind and embracing new attitudes in the new year.
1/1/25 • 14:57
Some people go through a lot of dramatic events. During those times it can feel like God isn't there. Listen in to be encouraged.
12/25/24 • 11:35
Adjusting to empty nest life can take some getting used to. Dealing with aging parents is another challenge. Doing both at the same time adds another dimension. Join me as I talk with author and podcast Ruthie Gray.
12/18/24 • 28:38
If nothing changes, nothing changes. Sometimes you must be willing to do the hard thing to get to a healthier place in life and relationships.
12/11/24 • 14:54
Holidays and politics are a part of life. Holidays mean family, traditions and gathering together. Politics affect our lives in different ways. They should never interfere with family and relationships.
12/4/24 • 14:24
You know God has called you to walk out the giftings He has placed on your life. But what happens when it doesn't work out? Jason shares parts of his life that didn't look like he thought it would and how he got back on track.
11/27/24 • 27:06
No matter how big or small our plans are, they will have interruptions because we live in a fallen world. Travel plans fall into this category. Listen as I share recent travel plans and how God works everything together for our good.
11/20/24 • 23:15
Post election emotions are still running the gamut. People are afraid, relationships have ended, the future feels unsure to many. There is hope. Listen in for encouragement and a prayer.
11/13/24 • 13:23
When life changes, and it always does. whether health, job, relationally or anything in between, it's a sure bet you're either going to like it or not. When you don't, what do you do with how you trust God? Join me for some thoughts on this life changes topic.
11/6/24 • 19:55
Character traits and defaults, we all have them. God created us with them. What do you do with the ones you don't like? Those that cause you problems. Listen in to see if you can relate.
10/30/24 • 16:27
When you go through trauma as a child and even as an adult, unless you become intentional and get help, you will have a trauma brain. Amy talks about what it's like to be an adult who experiences trauma thinking.
10/16/24 • 36:58
Once trust is broken, no matter the circumstances or relationship, the rebuilding requires intentional, consistent work. It takes time. No one can really say how much time. It's up to the individuals involved. While you are working, is makes sense to build it back better.
10/9/24 • 10:38
In one weekend I attended a wedding ceremony, simple, small but so very sweet. The next day, I watched my friend pay tribute to her best friend and partner for life, just as sweet but for totally different reasons. Post-wedding blues are as real to me as bidding a final farewell on this side of heaven. Can you relate?
10/2/24 • 12:44
Life is full of disappointments. It doesn't matter how old you are either. In fact, the older you get the more opportunity you have to deal with the disappointments that will surely come your way. It's a curse and a blessing. The difficult, disappointing things give us the chance to learn and grow. It's up to you to decide.
9/25/24 • 18:30
Parenting adults is a real thing in the twenty-first century. Maybe it always has been but today, more than ever before, it is more prevalent for different reasons. Parenting adults is different than when your kids were minors. It takes intentionality and discernment. Parenting adults isn't something you want to do alone. You need a tribe.
9/11/24 • 16:48
