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Encouragement for Discouragement SDET #19

In this episode, Deborah shares how God’s promises do not change based on our emotions or the season we are in. She shares a prayer she received unexpectedly while trying to remain grumpy. Then reminds us of the promises of God and ends with the focus on today and not tomorrow. Scripture: Old Testament - Deu. 31:6, Josh 1:9, Ps 23:1, 34:18, 46:1, Prov 3:5-6, Isa 40:31, 41:10, Jer 29:11, Lam 3:22-23 New Testament - Matt 11:28, John 16:33, Rom 8:28, 12:12, 15:13, 2 Cor 12:9, Phil 4:6-7, Heb 13:15, 1 Pet 5:7 Matthew 6: 25-33

A Navy SEAL and Encouragement From a Coat Closet SDET #18

For this episode, Deborah is excited to share wisdom from her very first guest, Andreas “Pitti” Heerwagen. Although the interview started off with its own challenges, Pitti was able to share some words of wisdom from his perspective as a husband, former SEAL, and father. The link below is his filmed testimony and more background of why he is currently serving God in Germany. The link was recorded in German. Subtitles available. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=AevrPctUMZo&pp=ygURQW5kcmVhcyBoZWVyd2FnZW4%3D Verse: Romans 8:28

Transformed, Not Conformed SDET #17

In this episode, Deborah reflects on the Courage Coach podcast she mentioned in episode #8 that came out today. https://youtu.be/iGsTAg49yaE?si=aPWOUV_mtGrfzHKe She then reminds us of verses from Romans 12 and how easy it is to dish it out but not live it out. Ending with a reminded that nothing is impossible with God. Read from Romans 12: 1-3, 9, 12, 16a, 17, 21

A Smorgasbord of Thoughts: Judgement, Grace, and Not Giving Up SDET #16

A mix of reflections on judgement, grace, and growth. In this episode, Deborah shares what is on her heart. From missing last week’s episode to the importance of checking our own hearts. A reminder to be intentional with our thoughts, extend grace, and to keep going even when it is hard. Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5 2 Corinthians 10:5 1 Samuel 16:7 Proverbs 5:23

Faith Was Never Meant to Be Safe. SDET #15

“Faith is not meant to be safe??” What is she even talking about? That is a question that the host, Deborah, was asked after a previous episode. To clarify, your faith is secure! Your foundation in God does not change. The question is how we live out that faith. It is not about being comfortable and cozy, but about surrender. It is about giving up control and trusting God, even when things don’t feel steady. A perfect example is about Peter in Matthew 14:26-32. The storm did not stop, but Peter stepped out anyway. In this episode, Deborah also shares an encouragement that was sent to her, in hopes that it blesses you too.