Joyful Journey

Grief is an inescapable part of the human experience. As Christians living in a broken world, sometimes we encounter situations which don’t seem to fit with what we want or expect God to do.  Today, we welcome special guest Mark Vroegop, the author of the book Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy, to discuss our biblical response to grief and how to lament in line with the teachings of the scriptures. Episode Transcript Resources Books Dark Clouds, Deep Mercies - Mark Vroegop Dark Clouds, Deep Mercies Devotional Journal - Mark Vroegop Lectures: The Grace of Lamenting in Counseling Preconference Websites: Faith Bible Seminary MABC Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Aging is a difficult process and can cause fear and worry for many. How can we prepare our hearts for the challenges that may come with aging? Join us this week as Janet and Jocelyn are joined by special guest Dr. Amy Baker, author and Biblical Counselor, to discuss the biblical view of aging. Amy helps us understand our purpose in this season of life and reminds us that God’s grace is not dependent upon what we do. He has a perfect plan for every period of life. Episode Transcript Resources Books Second Forgetting - Benjamin Mass Aging with Grace - Susan Hunt and Sharon Betters Heaven - Randy Alcorn The Glory of Christ - John Owens Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Our hosts, Janet & Jocelyn, had a unique opportunity to record a special live episode at our church’s Biblical Counseling Training Conference in Lafayette, Indiana. In addition to discussing how everyone is a counselor, Janet and Jocelyn answer audience questions submitted online and in-person. We enjoyed meeting many of our listeners and we hope this can be a blessing to those who weren’t able to attend live. For more information about the Biblical Training Conference, follow this link: faithlafayette.org/BCTC. Episode Transcript Resources: Books Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent Valley of Vision Website Restoration Men’s Ministry Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

The Christian life can be a difficult road, especially if your husband doesn’t follow God’s Word. Does the Bible have anything to say about how to live with an ungodly husband? Janet and Jocelyn discuss ways the Bible tells us to interact with a husband who doesn’t want to grow or be Christ-like. Through a foundation of a right view of God, wives can still glorify God in the midst of a difficult marriage by seeing hard things from Christ’s perspective and considering the desires of their hearts. Episode Transcript Resources: Books/Booklets Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy - Mark Vroegop Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent  Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund Help! I’m in a Painful Marriage - Carrie Foldberg Marriage, Whose Dream? - Paul Tripp God Empowered Wife - K. B. Haught Podcasts Unjust Suffering - Joyful Journey Article Peace Be Still: Learning Psalm 131 by Heart - David Powilson Helping Wives Respond to the Silent Treatment 1 - Andrea Lee Helping Wives Respond to the Silent Treatment 2 - Andrea Lee Helping Wives Respond to the Silent Treatment 3 - Andrea Lee Website: Vision of Hope Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Guest: Steve Viars, Senior Pastor of Faith Church in Lafayette, IN. They discuss defeating bitterness using scripture, exploring its portrayal in the Bible and the consequences it holds. They emphasize the role of God's grace in fighting bitterness, and how bitter circumstances can reveal hidden parts of the heart. The story of Ruth and Naomi is explored, highlighting the transformation from bitterness to hope and the power of belief in overcoming bitterness.

At the beginning of each year, people are excited and motivated to set new goals and become better in different areas of their lives. Often those looking for change in the new year strive for perfection, and give up when they get burned out or make mistakes. It is wise to set goals and work toward positive change, but Christians often lose sight of the ultimate motivation of glorifying God. In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn discuss the topic of ordinary faithfulness, how to be faithful in our day to day lives and in our relationship with the Lord. Episode Transcript Resources Books  Ordinary - Michael Horton Articles Devote Yourself to Faithfulness - Jon Bloom Faithfulness in Forgotten Places - Scott Hubbard The Unique Joy of Ordinary Faithfulness - Chris Martin Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

By popular demand, IT’S BACK! We have a treat in store for you today in the form of our second annual Ask Us Anything episode, where we take questions from you, our listeners, and answer as many as we can throughout the episode! You asked us questions like, What are some ways we can help or encourage our pastors and their wives, especially those who counsel? What do I do when my parents are making choices I don’t agree with or believe are sinful? If you could go back and change one thing in your life, what would it be? As always, a big thank you to our listeners and social media followers for your input, questions, and support this year. We are so thankful the Lord has blessed us with this sweet community! Episode Transcript Resources The Meaning of Marriage - Tim Keller, Marry Wisely, Marry Well - Ernie Baker, What Did You Expect Book - Paul Tripp, When Sinners Say I Do - Dave Harvey, When Two Become One - Chris McCluskey, Gospel Treason - Brad Bigney, Sufficient Hope - Christina Fox, Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent More on the Show notes linked above! Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Christmas is almost here! For many of us, the frantic pace of the season crowds out the celebration of Christ’s birth. Join Janet and Jocelyn as they take some time to slow down and contemplate Christ and his incarnation. Listen in as they discuss the beauty and glory of Christ and how it shines so brightly at Christmas. Episode Transcript Resources Books The Glory of Christ Abridged - John Owens Things of Earth - John Piper Knowing God - J. I. Packer Biblical Doctrine - John MacArthur Songs No One Ever Cared for Me Like Jesus - Stephanie Gretzinger Christ Our Treasure - Sovereign Grace Articles Beholding the Glory of God in the Face of Jesus - Suzanne McDonald Websites Faith Bible Seminary MABC Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

We all encounter people who try to manipulate our actions or emotions for their own purposes. How does Scripture call us to respond to those who try to manipulate others around them? In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn explore the heart behind manipulative behavior and discuss ways to come alongside those who try to control others and respond with Christ-likeness. Episode Transcript Resources Books Manipulation - Lou Priolo How to Handle Trouble - Jay Adams Websites ACBC Counselor Faith Bible Seminary Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

It’s Thanksgiving week, and this week’s episode is a little different! Janet and Jocelyn interview each other about all the goodness and grace that God has shown to them this year. We hope you enjoy this more informal chat as we praise our Good Shepherd for the amazing ways He has blessed us. Episode Transcript Resources Books The Pursuit of Holiness - Jerry Bridges Untangling Emotions - J. Alasdair Groves, Winston T. Smith How Long O Lord - D. A. Carson Dark Clouds, Deep Mercies - Mark Vroegop The Glory of Christ - John Owens Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund Sermons Blessed Self-Forgetfulness - Tim Keller Handling Criticism - Faith Church Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.