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Curious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement106. Let God Heal and Prepare Your Heart through His Word—for Lasting ChangeIn this episode, we’re digging deeper into one powerful truth from Episode 105: The Word of God grows spiritual fruit we can’t manufacture.Jesus calls our hearts “soil” in Matthew 13—and this week, we’re asking:What kind of soil is your heart?Is it soft? Shallow? Distracted? Dry? God prepares our hearts through His Word—so that we can live fruit-filled, purpose-driven lives.Whether you’re in a season of spiritual dryness, facing personal pain, or just longing for real transformati...2025-07-2512 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement104. How Culture Creeps In and Steals Your Confidence in Christ—And How to Get It Back | with Dr. John WestMany believers have unknowingly exchanged truth for cultural influence—and wonder why they feel spiritually dry, confused, or insecure. In this powerful conversation, Dr. John West exposes the subtle ways culture shapes our thinking—and how returning to God’s Word can restore your peace, clarity, and confidence in Christ. Bible Verses Referenced:Acts 2:38 – “Repent and be baptized… and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”Romans 6:4 – “We were buried with Him through baptism into death… so that we too may walk in newness of life.”Galatians 6:8 – “Whoever sows to please their flesh… will reap destructio...2025-07-1134 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement102. You are Exactly Where God Wants You to Be: How God uses Detours and Circles to Grow You, not Keep You StuckDo you ever feel like you’re stuck in the same place — going in circles, facing detours, or walking a longer road than you expected? You’re not alone. In this episode of Curious for Christ, Alexandra explores how God uses those very detours and circles to strengthen your faith and shape you into the person He’s calling you to be, unshakable in your faith in Him. Remember, you belong to Him!Through the story of the Israelites’ wilderness journey, we discover why the “long way” is actually part of God’s purposeful plan — to grow trust, build perse...2025-06-2708 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement101. 5 Truths that Prove God is Near even when He feels Silent (and Why That Should Give You Confidence)Have you ever felt abandoned by God?Like you’re doing all the things—praying, showing up, staying faithful—and yet… the silence is deafening?In today’s episode, Alexandra speaks directly to that lonely place. Drawing from Scripture and personal reflection, she unpacks 5 powerful truths to anchor your heart when God feels absent. This episode is a reminder that silence is not the same as absence, and even in the dark, God is forming something deeper in you. What You’ll Learn:Why even Jesus experienced divine silenc...2025-06-2009 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement100. 5 Ways To Walk By Faith (Not Sight) When Anxiety Takes OverWhen anxiety takes over, how do you trust God—especially when the outcome is uncertain?In this episode of Curious for Christ, we’re unpacking five practical ways to walk by faith, not sight. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, afraid, or stuck trying to control what you can’t, this is your invitation to breathe, let go, and trust the One who sees the bigger picture.Scriptures Mentioned:2 Corinthians 5:71 Peter 5:7Proverbs 3:5Hebrews 13:5Psalm 119:105Isaiah 26:3Psalm 46:10Hebrews 11:15 Ways to Walk by Faith (Not Sight):1...2025-06-1312 min
When Home is a Foreign WordAccents, radio, and the blessing of community with Alexandra MariñoIn this episode, radio personality and podcast host Alexandra Mariño and I talk about growing up away from our birth country and how safety helps us feel grounded, and community helps us feel safe.
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Radio Interval - PodcastsLes lauréats du concours littéraire de la résistance à Saint Christol lez Alès !Les lycéens de Saint-Christol-lez-Alès récompensés pour leur travail d’écriture et une soirée de commémoration autour de la fin de la seconde Guerre Mondiale. Le 7 mai, à la Maison pour tous de Saint-Christol, 5 jeunes ont été primés pour la qualité des lettres qu’ils avaient rédigées, la soirée s’est poursuivie avec la projection d’un film sur le « Train fantôme », dont s’est échappé Ange Alvarez, résistant, et habitant de la Commune.2025-05-2308 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement97. Overcoming Shame and Codependency: 7 Faith-Based Principles for Healing & Spiritual Growth - with Kathy HeinenIn this deeply honest and inspiring episode of Curious for Christ, I sit down with Kathy Heinen, co-author of "Spiritual Discovery: Seven Principles for Spiritual Growth". Kathy shares her personal journey—from navigating a painful marriage to experiencing deep healing through Christ—and how God’s presence, not our performance, is the key to transformation.Together, we discuss how our emotions are not obstacles but indicators—clues that can lead us back to the truth about God and ourselves. Through decades of ministry helping women overcome codependency and addiction, Kathy brings powerful wisdom and real-life application to what it...2025-05-2335 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement95. Trusting God when Plans Fall Apart: How to Walk with Jesus Through DisappointmentWhat do you do when your plans keep falling apart? When the dreams you prayed for unravel or the doors you were sure God opened suddenly slam shut? In today’s episode of Curious for Christ, I walk us through Luke 24 and the Emmaus Road—the sacred, in-between space where disappointment meets the presence of Jesus.We explore how spiritual transformation often comes not in the fulfillment of our plans, but in the death of our expectations. Through honest reflection, personal stories, and biblical insight, you’ll be invited to see your disappointment not as the end—but as t...2025-05-0915 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement93. Why Do Others Have What I Long For? Finding Peace in Delayed Dreams and God's LoveHave you ever looked around and felt like you didn’t belong—even in spaces where you’ve shown up faithfully? In this heartfelt and vulnerable episode, I share my personal journey of wrestling with comparison, grief, delayed dreams, and the quiet question many of us ask:“Why would God show me what I’ll never have?”Through real-life reflection and biblical insight, I explore how God lovingly reveals the places in us that still need healing—not to punish us, but to draw us closer to His love. Whether you’re navigating delayed dreams, childhood wounds, or that...2025-04-2509 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement88. Healing Church Hurt: How to Recover from Spiritual Wounds & Reconnect with God | Insights from Dr. Sean St JeanHave you ever experienced hurt within the church or struggled with faith because of past wounds? You’re not alone. In this episode of Curious for Christ, we dive into a powerful conversation about spiritual trauma, healing from church hurt, and rediscovering a thriving relationship with God.Dr. Sean St Jean shares deep insights on:• The difference between submission and subjugation in faith• How to heal from past church wounds without losing your relationship with God• The importance of honest, unfiltered prayer—even when you’re struggling• Why mature love in Christ is deep...2025-03-2133 min
David AlvareeezyAndrea Botez & Alexandra Botez Blind Date 9 GuysAndrea Botez gets her sister, Alexandras Botez, to perfect her PERFECT MATCH! We have some of the Fmaily Friendly guys come back as well including Bennett Melt! Will she find her special guy?.... spoiler alert. SHE DOES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-01-0854 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement64. Seeking True Peace? Anchor Your Life in Christ and experience His Healing, with Christian Life Coach Olivia HudsonWelcome back to Curious for Christ! As we step into the holiday season, I’ll be releasing episodes weekly on Fridays to help you connect more deeply with loved ones—and God.The holidays can bring both joy and challenges. In today’s episode, we’ll explore how past wounds shape us and how Christ offers healing and transformation, beginning with His ultimate gift: salvation.Highlights:• How God provides a safe space to face pain and break cycles of hurt.• Scripture reflections: Matthew 11:28–30 and 3 John 1:2.• An inspiring excerpt from my conversation wit...2024-12-0620 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement62. Q&A: What/Who is God?Today, we answer one of life’s most profound and timeless questions: What-or who-is God? We explore Scripture and personal reflections to uncover God’s nature and how we can relate to Him personally.Key Scriptures:• Exodus 3:14 – “I AM WHO I AM” (God’s eternal and self-existent nature).• 1 John 4:8 – “God is love” (God as the source of love itself).• Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created” (God as Creator and sustainer of all things).• John 14:9 – “Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father” (Jesus reveals who God is).• Psalm 46:10 – “Be still, and know that I am God” (trust in God’s pres...2024-11-2710 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement61. Living God's Purpose Through Storytelling: a Conversation with Bestselling Novelist Jennie Goutet on Faith and CreativityIn this episode of Curious for Christ, I welcome Jennie Goutet, an accomplished author of over 13 historical romance novels, to discuss her journey of faith, creativity, and life in a small town outside Paris. Jennie shares her remarkable story of discovering Christ, her marriage, and how her experiences across the globe shaped her relationship with God.The conversation delves into Jennie’s writing career, from penning her memoir Stars Upside Down to becoming a full-time novelist. Jennie opens up about how her Christian faith influences the depth of her characters and stories, emphasizing love, goodness, and integrity. Sh...2024-11-2228 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement60. Q&A: Are you Practicing New Age and You Don't Know It?In this episode of Curious for Christ, we explore how seemingly harmless spiritual practices, often rooted in New Age philosophies, can subtly pull us away from a Christ-centered faith. From manifestation techniques to energy healing, we discuss how to discern these influences and realign with God’s truth. Using biblical examples and practical tools, we uncover how to confidently walk in obedience to Christ in a culture filled with mixed messages.Key Points:1. What Is New Age?• The New Age movement blends spiritual ideas like self-enlightenment and universal energy, often contradicting Scri...2024-11-2015 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement59. Stressed and Burned Out? Consider a Biblical Sabbath for Healing and Renewal - Insights with Joel and Christy PeedIn this episode, I am joined by Joel and Christy Peed who share their remarkable journey in ministry, from their early days in the campus ministry to church planting, and the invaluable lessons they’ve learned along the way. With honesty and wisdom, they discuss the challenges they faced, including burnout, people-pleasing, and the importance of prioritizing a healthy spiritual life. Joel and Christy delve into how they found balance between ministry work, marriage, and family life, emphasizing the need to stay connected with God and follow His guidance.Some Key Takeaways:• Understanding Sabb...2024-11-1535 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement58. Q&A: How do I Know When to Say No and Make Room for God?In this Q&A episode of Curious for Christ, I dive into the powerful practice of saying “no” and how it can help us prioritize God in our busy lives. Saying no is more than just setting boundaries—it’s about making room for God and allowing Him to guide our decisions.Key Takeaways:• Why Saying No is Hard: Our culture values busyness and productivity, making it hard to say no. But when we’re too busy, we risk crowding out God and losing sight of His plans for us. Jesus calls us to seek His kin...2024-11-1314 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement57. How to Cultivate Faith in Today's World and despite Life's Challenges: A Conversation with Annie MayfieldIn this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Annie Mayfield as she shares her faith journey. We explore the power of a personal relationship with God, the importance of community, and the role of faith in navigating life's challenges.Key Takeaways:The Personal Nature of God: God knows us intimately and has a unique plan for each of us.The Power of Faith: Faith is more than belief; it's a lifestyle that impacts every aspect of our lives.The Importance of Community: Connecting with other believers...2024-11-0836 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement56. Q&A: God's Direction or My Own Desire? And How to Discern Between the Two?In today’s episode, I explore the essential topic of discernment in faith. How can we truly know if an opportunity, relationship, or experience is from God? I share personal stories, including moments of both excitement and disappointment, and how these experiences have taught me to trust God’s timing and direction more fully.Tune in as I discuss practical ways to recognize God’s guidance, make aligned choices, and deepen your relationship with Him.Key Points for Discerning God’s Will1. Prayer and Seeking GuidanceBegin with prayer and an open...2024-11-0618 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement55. Manifestation or God's Providence? The Truth About Attracting What You DesireAs popular as manifestation has become, the pursuit of our own plans can often leave us feeling exhausted, anxious, and disconnected from true peace. Instead, this episode explores what it means to find fulfillment and rest in God’s providence, letting His purpose unfold in our lives.If you’ve ever felt worn out by constantly chasing your own vision of happiness, this episode is for you!Personal Story:I share my own experience of wrestling with manifestation—how doubts and self-reliance sometimes replaced faith. Yet, through it all, God’s Word reminded me of His u...2024-11-0115 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement54. Q&A: Can I experience God's Goodness without a Relationship with Him?In this episode, we dive into a question that may resonate with many listeners: “Can we experience good things in life without having a relationship with God?” God’s goodness can manifest in our lives, whether or not we’re actively pursuing Him, and what it might mean for us.Episode Highlights:1. Definition of Goodness and Its Divine Origin• What do we mean by “good”? We explore the concept of goodness as rooted in God’s very nature, reflecting qualities like kindness, justice, and compassion.• From Genesis to the New...2024-10-3020 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement53. Finding Faith After Religion: Insights from Ex-Mormon Christian Shelby HohsfieldIn this episode of Curious for Christ, we delve into Shelby Hohsfield’s transformative faith journey. Shelby shares her powerful story of discovering Jesus and finding spiritual growth after leaving the Mormon church. She emphasizes the importance of pursuing a personal relationship with Jesus over mere institutional affiliation. Key Points Discussed: • The Importance of Curiosity in Faith: Seek a true understanding of who Jesus is, beyond simply attending church services or following religious traditions. • Salvation vs. Church Membership: Salvation is not about being part of a specific church but about having a genuine relatio...2024-10-2534 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement52. Q&A: Is God holding back on Me?In this Wednesday Q&A episode, we dive deep into a question many of us ask during difficult seasons: “Is God holding back on me?” You might feel like you’re doing everything right—praying, trusting, and working hard—but you still don’t see the breakthrough or blessings you’re hoping for. If you’ve ever felt frustrated, confused, or even doubtful in times of waiting, this episode is for you. Key Points Covered: 1. Introduction & My Story 2. The Nature of Waiting - We explore how waiting is a common theme in the Bible, looki...2024-10-2325 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement51. God sees you: Conversation with my 10-Year-Old Daughter, Alexandra, about Faith and Having a Child-Like HeartDescription: In this heartwarming episode of Curious for Christ, I’m joined by a special guest—my 10-year-old daughter, Alexandra. Together, we reflect on a meaningful moment we recently shared that reminded us that God often speaks to us in unexpected ways. We dive into a story that connected a movie I was writing about and a bedtime Bible reading, showing how God’s presence can intersect our daily lives. Alexandra also shares her own perspective on God’s involvement in the little moments of life and what it means to trust Him like a child...2024-10-1819 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement50. Q&A: Is it Possible to have it all? Can you have both Faith and Success?In today's episode, I'm diving deep into the common struggles we face in life, including setbacks, doubts, and the internal conflict between our dreams and our faith. We'll explore how to navigate these challenges and find practical strategies for managing this tension in our hearts.Whether you're searching for the right partner, a fulfilling career, or simply trying to figure out life's purpose, this episode will offer insights and guidance. Join me as I discuss the power of faith, the importance of trusting God's plan, and the practical steps you can take to integrate your faith into...2024-10-1616 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement49. Reclaim Your Peace: Minimize Distractions and Reconnect with God, Yourself and Others with Dr. Stacy Jagger In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Stacy Jagger, author of The 30-Day Blackout. We discuss and emphasize the importance of prioritizing real-life connections and minimizing screen time to create healthier, happier families. Many of you have mentioned how difficult prioritization can be, and I believe Dr. Jagger's insights on regulating the nervous system and minimizing distractions can help you refocus and reconnect—with God, yourself, and others (starting with your family). In this episode, we discuss:The Importance of Digital DetoxScreen time addiction: Excessive screen use can lead to...2024-10-1130 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement48. Q&A: "One Foot in, One Foot Out" of the Kingdom - Where Do I Go from Here?In this episode, we're diving deep into the struggle of feeling stuck between faith and doubt, between the pull of God and the allure of the world. If you've ever felt like you're living with one foot in and one foot out, this episode is for you. We'll explore why this happens, what it means for your faith, and how to move forward.Segment 1: Understanding the TensionWhy we feel pulled in two directions: Fear of surrender, love of comfort, and lingering doubt.Scripture reference: Romans 7:15 ("For what I want...2024-10-0911 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement47. Called to Christ? Understand God's Unconditional Loving Nature - Sneak Peak into my Coaching SessionWelcome to the very first lesson of my coaching session, "Understanding God's Unconditional Love." In this episode, I delve into the profound topic of God's love, its sacrificial nature, its enduring quality, and how to understand and experience it in our daily lives.Key Takeaways:The essence of God is love: "Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love." (1 John 4:8)The sacrificial nature of God's love: "For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish...2024-10-0414 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement46. Q&A: Is It Worth It to Follow Christ?Every Wednesday, I’ll be posting a weekly Q&A episode where I’ll answer your questions about faith, the Bible, and life.Next week, I'll be diving into the question of 'One foot in, one foot out': How can you move forward and fully commit to living a Christian life? I've personally struggled with this question in the past, and I'm excited to share my insights and practical tips. Stay tuned!What question do you have for me? Drop it in the comments below!In this episode, I delv...2024-10-0211 minCurious For Christ | Spiritual Healing, Trust in God, Anxiety Bible Verses, God's Peace, Biblical Encouragement45. How to Understand the Bible: Navigating Cultural Biases with Dr. Jeanie Shaw Join us today for an insightful conversation with Dr. Jeanie Shaw, a prolific expert in biblical studies and spiritual formation. In this episode, we'll delve into the complex topic of women's roles in the Bible. By exploring how cultural biases, historical context, and different hermeneutics can shape our understanding, we'll gain valuable insights into our overall approach to scripture. This will help us understand the big picture and discern God's message for us today. Key Takeaways from the Episode:The Importance of Understanding the Bible:Cultural Biases: We mus...2024-09-2737 min