Smiling at the Future

Christi's brother, Nate, joins the podcast today to share simple strategies for online safety that you might not be aware of: choosing secure passwords, limiting information that apps collect, and knowing what information you should not post on social media.   smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Recommended Resources:  Credit Karma: https://www.creditkarma.com/auth/logon Last Pass: https://www.lastpass.com/

Josh and Liz share their story of how God brought them together, and answer questions such as: What are the differing views on divorce and re-marriage among Christians? What questions should you ask someone to discern if their divorce was biblical? What questions should you ask their church leadership to vet their character? What kinds of reactions can you anticipate from other believers when they find out you are dating someone who has been divorced, and how can you be gracious in your responses? And what were the unexpected blessings that you experienced? smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Recommended Resources "The Divorce Dilemma" by John MacArthur "Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage" by Jim Newheiser

George has a unique perspective on finances from his years as a counselor, and offers wisdom on the following questions: What are common struggles married couples have with money, and what can single women do now to prevent those future conflicts? How can someone get their spending habits under control? How can we become "cheerful givers"? And what are hazards that women should watch out for when getting involved in social-networking jobs? smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com 

In this requested episode, Janet Aucoin answers many relevant questions surrounding anxiety such as: Is it wrong for Christians to take medication for anxiety? How do we navigate hormonal ups and downs as it relates to anxiety? Is it better to counsel or listen when someone is struggling with anxiety? When should someone reach out for help, and who should they go to? smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com  Book Recommended: "Anxious for Nothing" by John MacArthur  Joyful Journey Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyful-journey/id1544666986

Janie brings her wealth of biblical counseling experience and study of the Bible to this discussion as she answers questions such as: How does the principle that "love covers a multitude of sins" apply to conflict resolution? Does the existence of conflict always mean there is sin involved? When should you walk away from a conflict? And when should you seek mediation in a conflict?  smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com  Books Recommended:  "Resolving Conflict" By Lou Priolo 

Married 28 years, parents to 11 children, and Chad and Jenise still have the spark! They bring excitement and wisdom to this discussion on relationships through questions such as: Why is it important to "win" the family and friends of the one you love? How can you keep your relationship vibrant? How can women encourage godly masculinity in the men around them? When should you ask about purity and pornography?And why is it important to take a risk in pursing a relationship?  smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com https://howtowinaheart.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCztQCPP0fVADcB1j4LRXDkA https://theachademy.com/ https://farmhousecandleshop.com/

Starting with the Biblical grounds for self-defense, John and Charissa move through questions such as: what precautions should I take if I hike or jog alone? What should I look for in a self-defense class? What self-defense tools should I use? And what can I do to make my home more protected?  smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com 

In this episode I share with my friend Arlenys Buckelew on her podcast "Ordinary People with Extraordinary Lives" how I came to know Jesus Christ and my journey in growing in assurance of salvation.  We also chat about what my family life was like growing up, my parent's godly example, and how my podcast became a reality. smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Resources Recommended: "Knowing and Growing in Assurance" by Joel Beeke "Saved Without a Doubt" by John MacArthur "Heaven on Earth" by Thomas Brooks "A Believer's Assurance" by John MacArthur "Pilgrim's Progress" by John Bunyan "The Gospel Primer" by Milton Vincent "Knowing God" by J.I. Packer

Hohn and Heather have ministered to Christian singles for many years, and bring biblical wisdom on questions in dating such as: How should I think through preferences like age, ethnicity, height, denomination, and political party? What should my parents role be in my relationship? And what should we think about the "Purity Culture" movement? Another powerful message Hohn gave at Grace Community Church on "Challenges in Christian Dating." https://www.gracechurch.org/sermons/14741 smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com 

Maize takes a deep-dive into the biblical motivations for why a Christian woman should prioritize the stewardship of her body. She tackles questions such as: Should Christians practice self-care, and is it Biblical? Why do some Christians neglect caring for their bodies? What does your coffee consumption say about you? What should Christians be aware of regarding the trend with"mindfulness" apps? And are there rhythms and routines that can refresh your body for the glory of God?  smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com