On this episode of “Living Grace,” guest Jill Bates shares her personal journey in understanding the power to forgive. Jill both challenges and encourages us to press through those hurts and remember that all things are truly possible with God. Jill presents advice, including a willingness to forgive, realization of our own need, personal connection to God (prayer) & more that will lead to God-given benefits in forgiveness.

Struggling with Forgiveness?

Guest Jila Adel addresses the joy of the Lord, Muslim religion and the Great Commission on this episode of “Living Grace.” As Jila recalls in this episode from Hebrews 4:12, “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.”

Muslim, Jesus and the Great Commission

We’ve all experienced “Greener Grass Syndrome,” where we think something on the other side of our situation will make us happy. Guest Nancy Anderson shares her story of how her Christian marriage turned upside down when unhappiness turned to a willful affair. But as we read in John 8, Jesus acted in grace, mercy and forgiveness to the woman caught in adultery from that account. Watch as Nancy explains the amazing resolution and lesson she has learned when facing the “Greener Grass Syndrome!” Nancy’s book, “Avoiding Greener Grass Syndrome” is available on multiple outlets for purchase.

Adultery, Restoration and Dealing with Discontentment

Praying and seeking God may sometimes appear pointless, quite honestly. Does God truly abide by His word in Matthew 7:7? Don’t miss this amazing testimony of guest Andreea Hogan’s marriage and family as God has proven He was listening to her prayers all along, time and again!

Does God Actually Hear Me?

Some of us believe that “missions” work only happens in a far off location and in a different cultural context. Guest Kelly Bell reminds us that God can provide mission opportunities right where we are. Kelly tells of her experience with Calvary Murrieta’s outreach to victims of human trafficking. She shares unique stories, signs to look for in victims, ways you can be involved & more! Visit calvarymurrieta.com.

Ministry in Your Backyard

Enjoy this special edition of “Living Grace” as Debby Rettino, cofounder of Psalty’s Kids, shares what led to the creation of Psalty and reveals what audience she and her husband were secretly targeting. You will not want to miss it!

The Psalty Story

As we begin a new season of “Living Grace,” host Cheryl Brodersen invites guest Miray Jaksa to share about her unexpected mission field through parenting her lovely daughter with special needs. Although there are rough seasons, Miray shares about the beautiful moments of ministry, friendship and HOPE that God has poured out through this experience. If you wish to learn more about Hope Outreach Ministry, visit calvarylivingword.org.

An Unexpected Mission Field

Welcome to a new season of “Living Grace”! We are excited to launch this season with guest Nancy DeMoss Wulgemuth. As Nancy articulates, God is writing your story. Be encouraged that not only does God write your story, but He will also RIGHT your story. He will guide you through the good and the bad, with the hope of eternity (John 14:3). God’s providence in your life is sure and steady.   Check out Nancy’s story through her new book, “You Can Trust God to Write Your Story,” co-written with her husband, Robert Wulgemuth, and follow Nancy through reviveourhearts.com!

Living Grace Season 7 Launch: Living in God’s Providence

How can we support each other as women? How do we reach and minister to women?  Host Cheryl Brodersen breaks down different aspects of women’s ministry with guests Joy Welsh of Calvary Refuge and her daughter, Bethany Wilson. Joy and Bethany remind us the key that will not only encourage others but ourselves in the process! Visit refugefamily.com to learn more about "Heart2Heart" Women's Ministry with Joy Welsh & Bethany Wilson!

Living Grace: The Key to Women's Ministry

On this episode of “Living Grace” with host Cheryl Brodersen, guest Meka Buffington shares her experience raising a special needs child. Meka emphasizes the point that God is good through any circumstance and expounds on witnessing many divine opportunities through caring for her tenderhearted and sweet son, who was diagnosed with autism as a child.

Living Grace: Special Needs & Opportunities

What does it mean to be “renewed day by day”?  From examining grief and loss to daily struggles with insecurity, social media and image, guest Cathe Laurie, married to Greg Laurie of Harvest Christian Fellowship, and host Cheryl Brodersen discuss being renewed day by day through God’s grace and power! To learn more about Virtue Women’s Ministry, visit virtue.harvest.org.

Living Grace: Renewed Day by Day

Guest Inga-Lill Guzik discusses transitions in ministry leadership with host Cheryl Brodersen, as they both share similar experiences of the senior pastor’s wife role. No matter how extensive the ministry is or how much it is growing, our ministries belong to the Lord, and we must always remember to lead as a steward. Inga-Lill and Cheryl exchange advice about making those transitions in ministry on this episode of “Living Grace”!

Living Grace: Transition in Ministry Leadership

Depression and mental illness may be considered a challenging topic for believers. Kay Warren joins host Cheryl Brodersen in this discussion about seeking God in the midst of a loved one's mental illness. Kay presents an open and raw exposition of her journey for joy and God’s goodness.  If you wish to seek further understanding of mental illness, visit Saddleback Church’s Mental Health Ministry. Kay has written several books. Check out all her available resources at kaywarren.com

Living Grace: Journey for Joy

Are we in the “here” and “now”? Are we embracing life moment by moment?  Kate Merrick has just written a new book titled, “Here. Now: Unearthing Peace and Presence in an Overconnected World,” that is available now for purchase throughout all available platforms!  Kate Merrick, married to Britt Merrick of Reality Church, and author of “And Still She Laughs” and “Here, Now,” discusses the purpose of practicing presence with host Cheryl Brodersen that you will not want to miss!   “So teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom” (Psalm 90:12).

Living Grace: Practicing Presence “Here, Now”

What does unity in my local church look like on a practical level? What steps can I take toward unity as part of my local church and community?  We are so happy to hear from host Cheryl Brodersen, with guests Vicki Bentley and Annie Stone, as they tackle this topic and share practical approaches to facilitate unity!   “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brethren to dwell together in unity!” – Psalm 133:1

Living Grace: Unity in My Church & Community

Welcome back to a new season of “Living Grace!” We pray that you will be blessed by stories, testimonies and encouragement from women who seek to live out grace every day!   Do you ignore your God-given gifts? We can all go through the internal battles of insecurity, loss of identity and remembering who we are.   Host Cheryl Brodersen discusses the need and use for our god-given talents within the Church with guest Shannon Quintana. They share raw and encouraging examples of how we can overcome moments of doubt, fear and flesh to fulfill God’s calling and use those gifts He has granted to us.

Living Grace: What’s Your Gift?

Enjoy this episode of “Living Grace” as guest Sher Pai shares on how satisfying, significant and substantial a relationship with Jesus is. Through a simple friendship with her neighbor years ago, Sher met Jesus and never looked back. She realized very quickly how important and fulfilling it is to have times of fellowship to talk about Jesus. She now leads women's Bible studies, speaks at retreats and events, and has a website dedicated toward women's ministry. Visit flyingarrowministries.com for more info! If you are unsure of your worth, know that you are so valued by Christ. He wants you and desires to use you in mighty ways!

Living Grace: The Satisfying, Significant & Substantial Love of Christ

On this special edition of “Living Grace,” host Cheryl Brodersen discusses the topic of women in ministry with guests Angie Emma and Laura Jackson. Can women minister in the church? What is the place of ministry for women? They each share thoughts in response to these questions and seek to point other ladies toward how God values them and wishes to use them in unique ways.

Living Grace: What is a Woman’s Place in Ministry?

Has God ever given you a promise, and yet it seems like it will never come to pass? Guest Raeleen Higgins discusses promises from the Lord on this episode of “Living Grace." She encourages us to hold fast to those promises through prayer and time in the Word, knowing that as we surrender to Him, "The Lord will guide you always..." (Isaiah 58:11). Prayer is powerful, and Raeleen shares amazing stories about a prayer group she is involved with that you will not want to miss!

Living Grace: Hold Onto God’s Promises

Enjoy this episode of “Living Grace” as guest Vicki Finley discusses reluctant leadership. Vicki explains how her relationship with the Lord was strained by fears, insecurities and lack of trust until her husband brought a puppy home one day. Through her experience of training and raising their dog, Vicki received multiple epiphanies that correlated to her relationship with the Lord. Vicki tells fun stories about her dog that include spiritual insight as well. Are we reluctant to rest in the Lord in what He is walking us through right now? Trust Him as Isaiah 30:18 describes. You can read Vicki’s whole story and dog analogy titled “Walking Right Here” via her website at walkingrighthere.com.

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