Faith Questions with Chris & Lanny

09. How do I forgive myself?

Forgiveness doesn't come easy, especially when it's the need to forgive yourself. It's easy to beat yourself up and refuse to let go of the things which hold you back from experiencing true peace from God. In this episode, Chris & Lanny explore the power of forgiving yourself and the freedom which comes from forgiveness. Join the conversation twice a month as we explore, explain, and encourage each other by discovering what the Bible has to say about our deepest struggles in faith. www.tcccfamily.org

08. Why is Forgiveness so Hard?

There are days when we say, "I know I need to forgive and it's the right things to do" but stop just shy of forgiving. Why do we struggle with forgiveness? Why is forgiveness so hard? In this episode, Chris and Lanny discuss the struggle between needing to forgive and wanting to forgive and the freedom which comes from letting things go. Join us every other Tuesday as we explore, explain, and encourage each other by discovering what the Bible has to say about our deepest struggles in faith. Tweetable quotes from the episode: “We are not really human if we do not struggle with the idea of forgiveness.”- Lanny Smith “Pride is an obstacle; it stops that beautiful flow of grace that comes from God to me and then comes out from me to the people in my world. Because God has opened up his hands and released our sin and goes to the cross with Christ so there's satisfaction for the sin." -Lanny Smith Bible References: Matthew 6:9-13 Romans 12:1-3 Leviticus 17 Additional Resources: Town & Country Christian Church [http://www.tcccfamily.org/] Town & Country Christian Church | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TCCChurch]

29. Bitter Sweet Announcement

In this episode, Chris & MJ share their heart and relay their gratitude and appreciation for their listeners as they announce a transition to start a new podcast. After much prayer and consideration, Chris & MJ have decided to close the book on the In The Trenches podcast will be launching a brand new podcast called Surviving Chaos. Many thanks for our listeners over the last several months. We look forward to this next adventure and hope you will join us in this new endeavor. -Chris & MJ Follow us on Facebook- Surviving Chaos or check out our website at www.survivingchaos22.com

07. Forgiveness & Faith Collide

Forgiveness is not something that comes easy. Forgiveness is either never given or too freely expressed. But as Christians we are faces with the tough question of “how do I respond when the need for forgiveness and my faith collide?” That’s the faith question for this episode. In this episode, Chris and Lanny dissect the need for forgiveness by looking at forgiveness from God’s point of view to release the power sincere forgiveness can have in our lives. Join us every other Tuesday as we explore, explain, and encourage each other by discovering what the Bible has to say about our deepest struggles in faith. Tweetable quotes from the episode: “Holiness is beautiful; brokenness is meaningful.”- Lanny Smith “Forgiveness means that with a sincere heart, we cancel our offender’s debt against us. It is a personal decision that necessitates surrendering our bitterness and rage in an act of trusting in God.” – Lori Schumaker “It takes two to reconcile but it only takes one to forgive.”-Lanny Smith Bible References: Matthew 18:21-35 NLT - Parable of the Unforgiving Debtor - Bible Gateway [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=matthew+18%3A21-35&version=NLT] Matthew 6:5-15 NLT - Teaching about Prayer and Fasting - Bible Gateway [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=matthew+6%3A5-15&version=NLT] Romans 12:17-19 NLT - Never pay back evil with more evil. Do - Bible Gateway [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=romans+12%3A17-19&version=NLT] Psalm 103:12 NLT - He has removed our sins as far from us - Bible Gateway [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=psalm+103%3A12&version=NLT]  Luke 17:3-4 NLT - So watch yourselves! “If another - Bible Gateway [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+17%3A3-4&version=NLT] Luke 23:34-35 NLT - Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, - Bible Gateway [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+23%3A34-35&version=NLT] Additional Resources: Town & Country Christian Church [http://www.tcccfamily.org/] Town & Country Christian Church | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TCCChurch] The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom I’m Still Learning to Forgive by Corrie Ten Boom 10Important Questions Answered About the Power of Forgiveness in the Bible by Lori Schumaker | Crossmap Blogs [https://blogs.crossmap.com/2021/11/05/10-important-questions-answered-about-the-power-of-forgiveness-in-the-bible/]

28. Sickness & In Health

What is a vow? Is it a never promise or contractual agreement? What happens when the vows become too hard to keep? In this episode, Chris & MJ revisit their wedding vows and discuss the value of commitment. Join the conversation every Monday as we share insight into raising children, building a stronger marriage, and thriving in ministry. Visit our website at www.inthetrenches.blog #longevityinmarriage #makingmarriagelast #walktoremember #jeremycamp #vows #marriagevows #fireproof #sicknessandinhealth #focusonthefamily #IntheTrencheswithChrisandMJ