Jonathan David & Melissa Helser Podcast Staying with God when Life is Hard | Jonathan and Melissa Helser
Mar 7, 2025
Join Jonathan and Melissa as they delve into building strong foundations with Jesus to weather life's storms. They share personal stories that highlight vulnerability and grace. The conversation emphasizes navigating hardships through faith, authenticity, and forgiveness, especially in parenting. The importance of practice in spiritual growth and the role of grief as a path to deeper connection with God are also explored. Ultimately, listeners are encouraged to nurture their relationship with God, regardless of their foundation's current state.
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The Revealed Rot
- A hurricane revealed rotting foundational beams in Jonathan and Melissa's house, hidden beneath vinyl siding.
- They expressed gratitude for the storm, as it allowed them to repair the hidden damage with a wise builder.
Repairing Foundations in Parenting
- Jonathan reflects on apologizing to his children for past parenting mistakes due to his own faulty foundations.
- Repairing his own foundation allows him to respond differently and strengthen his relationship with his daughter.
Practice, Not Just Information
- Foundations is an interactive book prompting readers to actively engage with the content.
- It challenges readers to practice what they read, going beyond passive consumption for true transformation.