Looking Ahead With Hope When Life Is Hard

God is Not Mad at You

Join Jayne and Tricia as they discuss the common feeling for many Christians that God is mad at them - or at minimum constantly disappointed in them. He is more loving and more kind that we can possible imagine. Tune in today and let us know what you think!

Doing life God's Way with Special Guest - Alex Lots

Hear the transforming story of Alex Lots as she shares her life before Christ - and then how He has begun changing it step by step!

Jewelry and the Stories We Wear with special guest - Melanie Hasen

"Jewelry and the Stories We Wear" with Show Sponsor and Special Guest Melanie Hasen of Lake St. Louis Jewelers!!! Jewelry is often much more than gold, silver, diamonds, or gemstones. Behind many pieces are stories of love, loss, faith, family, milestones, and memories that become woven into our lives. In this conversation, we explored how jewelry serves as a tangible reminder of some of life's most meaningful moments, from wedding rings and family heirlooms to gifts given during seasons of celebration or hardship. We discussed why certain pieces become priceless, not because of their monetary value, but because of the emotions and memories attached to them. We also talked about the role jewelers play in helping preserve family legacies, restore treasured keepsakes, and create new pieces that tell the next chapter of a family's story. Most importantly, the conversation reminded us that everyone has a story. Sometimes the most meaningful treasures we carry are the reminders of God's faithfulness, the people we love, and the moments that have shaped who we are. Just as jewelry can mark significant moments in our lives, our stories leave a lasting impact on those around us. Join us for this heartfelt conversation about craftsmanship, memories, legacy, and the beautiful stories we wear every day.

Open & Closed Doors  - How to navigate them!

Everyone has a story of a closed door that later made sense. Have you ever had a door close that devastated you at the time—but later you thanked God for it? What if closed doors are part of spiritual maturity? Today, Tricia and Jayne reaveal their experiences with open and closed doors and how  unanswered prayers actually build trust. The Bible  best demonstrates God redirecting someone for thier good, while time and time again we often interpret closed doors as abandonment. What if God closes doors because He sees what we cannot? Find out how disappointment deepens our faith, how to reamin faithful in the "hallway seasons",  and the difference betweens Gods answeres of " yes, no, and wait.".

So many people silently carry shame— how do we begin separating our identity from our past mistakes? with Kelly Nieves

Welcoming Strategic Intervention Coach- Kelly Nieves! So many people silently carry shame— how do we begin separating our identity from our past mistakes? We ask sexual abuse survivor Kelly Nieves about looking back at her hardest season and what she says carried her through when she didn’t feel strong enough herself. Later, Kelly reveals what are some healthy ways to begin rebuilding after emotional devastation, ans even how to walk through the emotions if your struggling being angry with God. Hear how Kelly rebuilt her life and is helping others do the same!