Do you ever feel like the problems in our world are just too big for you to make a difference?
Well, today on the 4:13, former Ohio governor and presidential candidate John Kasich will tell you why that’s simply not true! Drawing from his own faith journey and years of public service, John shares how faith communities have incredible potential to bring hope and healing—even in a divided culture.
As we gathered in Lubbock, Texas for the second-to-last Fresh Grounded Faith conference, there was a bittersweet sense of celebration in the air. After 18 beautiful years, the journey of Fresh Grounded Faith is coming to a close, with our final event in November in Springfield, Missouri.
So, while we were in Lubbock, I took a moment to savor the time we had together and reflect on all the ways these gatherings have touched hearts over the years. I couldn’t help but marvel over what God has done and how He has been so faithful.
Do you ever feel paralyzed when making decisions—especially when it’s one that’s really important? You just want to be sure you’re making the right choice. But how do you know? And what if you’re wrong?
Oh friend, I get it! Decision-making can be overwhelming, especially when paired with lots of uncertainty. But today, you’re going to learn that you can make faithful, God-honoring decisions, regardless of how high the stakes.
Have you ever wrestled with doubt and wondered if it meant your faith was slipping away? You’re not alone! When we find ourselves torn between faith and uncertainty, it’s easy to feel disappointed, disillusioned, and distant from God.
But what if doubt isn’t a threat to your faith? What if it’s an invitation to a deeper relationship with God?
When I discovered that the population of Callahan, Florida was less than 2000 people, I was blown away, because evidently, half the city’s population attended our Fresh Grounded Faith event at Callahan First Baptist! 😉
The auditorium was jam-packed with women ready to worship, learn, and laugh. It was a big crowd in such a little town … but, oh, did they have a HUGE heart!
Do you control your thoughts, or do your thoughts control you? Persistent negative thinking, anxiety spirals, or lingering offenses can quickly take over if you don’t know how to stop them. But here’s the good news—God has already given you the tools you need to get ahold of those unruly thoughts.
Pastor Kyle Idleman joins me on the 4:13 and shares how brain science and Scripture agree that we must pause and think about what we’re thinking about. But we can’t stop there! We have to clean out our messy thought closet!
