Smiling at the Future

Lynne Brown walks us through how to recover from failure by answering the following questions: How do we recover in those moments when we fail to live up to our expectations or the expectations of others? When a Christian fails and sins, what is the process of restoration? In what ways does the painful experience of failure serve as a gracious gift from God? And how should we respond when someone we are close with sins against us? Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Support The Podcast: ⁠⁠https://donorbox.org/smiling-at-2024Recommended ResourcesLynne Brown’s website: https://lynnemariebrown.com/Lynne's Email: lynne@lynnemariebrown.comRecommended Book: “The Gospel Primer” by Milton Vincent 

Musician and music educator Kellie Cunningham guides our understanding of the theology behind singing by answering the following questions: Why did God design and command us to sing? Can you explain why it's important to listen to and sing music that is biblically sound? Why is congregational singing so important for believers? For someone who doesn't enjoy singing, how can they grow to love it? And how do we align our hearts with the words coming out of our mouths so we can offer sincere worship?  Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Support The Podcast: ⁠⁠https://donorbox.org/smiling-at-2024Recommended Resources:  Spotify Playlist for Singing: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2hDKPrD2LwsR44Mb3nSvEp?si=YOSA9sObQGKqdfK8NuRUPg&pi=u-GVi7I_YIRmqG "Sing" by Keith and Kristyn Getty"Worship Matters" by Bob Kauflin "On Worship" by H.B. Charles

Pastor Philip De Courcy brings the comfort of God's Word to help us identify and overcome sinful fear by answering the following questions: How do we discern the differences between natural, sinful, and holy fear? How are we as Christians to understand the supposed disconnect between our theology of God’s protection and our experience? What is the antidote to sinful fear? Do you think single women could fit into the category for God's special care and protection for widows? Is there wisdom for a single woman to remain in her father's home if she has the opportunity to? For those women who are prone to being fearful, what passages of Scripture would you direct them to meditate on?Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Support The Podcast: ⁠⁠https://donorbox.org/smiling-at-2024Recommended Resources:  "Take Cover: Finding Peace in God's Protection" by Philip DeCourcy "Help! I'm Anxious" by Philip DeCourcy "Courage: Fighting Fear with Fear" by Wayne and Josh Mack "When People Are Big and God is Small" by Edward Welch "Anxious For Nothing" by John MacArthur"Anxiety: Knowing God's Peace" by Paul Tautges "Fear: Breaking It's Grip" by Lou Priollo "What Are You Afraid Of" by David Jeremiah 

Biblical counselor Hannah Fuller offers encouragement to persevere well through trials by answering the following questions: How does perseverance look different for a Christian, and what fruit is produced when we persevere well? When we are in an extended challenge how do we guard our minds and hearts from despair? How do we persevere through the mundane seasons of life? And how can we grow in our ability to encourage each other?  Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com  Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com  Support The Podcast: ⁠https://donorbox.org/smiling-at-2024

Chris Hamilton shares the wisdom in seeking counsel by answering the following questions: what are the areas of life where counsel is useful? How many counselors should someone have in their life? What are the characteristics of a discerning counselor? What are the types of questions you should ask when seeking counsel? What weight should counsel have on your decisions? How do you process through conflicting counsel? Is it ever wise to go against counsel? How should a single woman go about seeking a male perspective on a life decision? And what is your advice of being able to be a good counselor to others? Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com  Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com  Support The Podcast: https://donorbox.org/smiling-at-2024 Episode #48 on how to make decisions with Chris Hamilton: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christi13/episodes/48--How-to-Make-Decisions-with-Chris-Hamilton-e1en522/a-a7f1tpq

ER Doctor Carlan Wendler joins the podcast to provide practical guidance on how to navigate a medical emergency by answering the following questions: What is a Christian's responsibility when confronted with a medical emergency in everyday life? How can you help a family member or friend navigate the healthcare system? How do I know if I should go to Urgent Care or the ER when I need to see a doctor urgently? What encouragement can you offer someone who is stuck in endless online research for an undiagnosed health issue? What are proper expectations for those who are disillusioned with the US healthcare system?  Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com  Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com  Support The Podcast: https://donorbox.org/smiling-at-2024 Carlan's Nonprofit: https://www.theamefund.org/

Biblical counselor and author Stuart Scott helps set the tone for this year by encouraging us to put off pride and put on humility by answering the following questions: What are symptoms of pride? What are common ways you see pride manifesting in singles and in dating relationships? How can we identify and steer clear of "counterfeit" humility? What would humility look like in a future husband / spiritual leader? Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com  Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com  Support $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=62433637  Recommended Resources:  "From Pride to Humility" by Stuart Scott "Humility: The Journey Towards Holiness" by Andrew Murray  "Humility: The Joy of Self-Forgetfulness" by Gavin Ortlund "Humility: The Forgotten Virtue" by Wayne Mack

Author and pastor Tim Challies encourages us with the truths about Heaven, our eternal home, by answering the following questions: Why is the topic of Heaven particularly meaningful for you? Why is it that Christians think so little about Heaven? Can you share some of the common misconceptions about Heaven you see among believers? Can you help us understand the balance of longing for the gifts of Heaven, but ultimately the Giver of those gifts? How can we use the topic of "Heaven" in our evangelism?  Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com  Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com  Support $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=62433637  Tim Challies Website: https://www.challies.com/ Recommended Books on Heaven "Heaven" by Randy Alcorn "We Shall See God" Charles Spurgeon  "The Glory of Heaven" by John MacArthur "Biblical Teaching on the Doctrines of Heaven and Hell" by Edward Donnelly  "Heaven on Earth" by Derek Thomas 

Our vocational work dominates our time perhaps more than any other activity in our lives. Reagan Rose joins this podcast discussion to give a biblical perspective on work by answering the following questions: How should Christians view their work, and is it just a necessary means to an end? How would someone evaluate if they have a proper "work/life" balance? Because stress in the workplace is at an all-time high, when should someone consider switching jobs or careers? What are your tips for how to have an exemplary work ethic? For women who desire marriage, a vocational job can feel like plan "b" in their lives...how would you encourage women who struggle with this attitude? Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Support $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=62433637  Reagan's Website: https://redeemingproductivity.com/ Reagan's Recommended Resources: App and Website Blocker: Freedom.to Internet Time Tracker: Rize.io

As a pastor and biblical counselor, Lance Quinn provides encouragement on how Christians can demonstrate the love of Christ through bearing one another’s burdens by answering the following questions: What does the Bible say about bearing one another’s burdens? What are types of burdens we should help bear, and for how long should we bear them? How should you ask for help when you feel burdened beyond your ability? If you become aware of a need for someone, how do you know if you should be the one to meet that need? With technology, we are aware of more burdens than ever before. How do we understand our responsibility in that realm?  Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Support $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=62433637