Church Hurt: When Faith Gets Wounded

Behind the Season: Life, Challenges & Joy of a CDA

Welcome to Episode Ten, the final episode for Season One. In this episode, we spotlight the role of our principal guest for the entire season, Rebecca (Becky), as a Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA). Becky shares insights into her day-to-day work, the clients she serves, common referrals, and how her role impacts life through speech therapy. She also answers questions, such as whether a stutter can be cured, along with the challenges and rewards of the profession. Join the conversation in the comments and let us know your thoughts and questions. We express our sincere appreciation to Becky for her time, expertise, and invaluable contributions throughout the season, and to YOU, our awesome listener, for being with us from the very beginning. God bless you, and please share with your friends and family.

The Power of Every Decision

Welcome to Episode Nine, where we explore the topic of decision-making and its impact on our daily lives. You will learn what decision-making really is and how we make both small, everyday choices and big, life-shaping decisions. We also discuss how our decisions affect our relationship with God and with others, and why our choices matter more than we often realize. Also, we outlined 7 steps for effective decision-making. Finally, we discuss how to learn from both good and bad decisions and share practical guidance for making informed choices in areas such as career, purchasing, and relationships. Join the conversation in the comments and let us know your thoughts and questions.

Spirituality vs Religion: Real Talk About Faith

Welcome to Episode Eight, where we dive into the big questions around Religion and Spirituality. You will learn the contextual meaning of religion and spirituality. We also explore why there are so many religions and denominations, and what has led to those differences over time. We also discuss whether having faith in a god or God truly matters, and what role faith can play in a person’s life. Finally, we share some practical ideas for choosing a religion/faith community—a meaningful place to grow. Join the conversation in the comments and let us know your thoughts and questions.

Church Hurt: When Faith Gets Wounded

Welcome to Episode Seven, where we explore the reality of Church Hurt—what it is, who it affects, and why it happens. We discuss how to respond if you’ve experienced church hurt, and how it leads people to leave the church, noting the role of personal choices. Our conversation also examines how the church should relate to those who go wayward and how it can remain a safe, healing space without compromising its values. Join us in the comment section and share your thoughts and questions.

What Is the Point of Church?

Welcome to Episode Six, where we talk about the CHURCH. Anything about the CHURCH comes with either joy or hurt. In this episode, we talk honestly about the joy element—what it really is, why it matters, and why so many people feel disconnected from it today. We unpack briefly the common church issues that push people away. Some may say, “I have faith, but I don’t believe in God—does that make sense?” This conversation is raw, practical, and meant to help you rethink church, faith, and community in a real and meaningful way. Join us in the comment section and share your thoughts and questions.