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Smiling at the Future119. Taming Your Phone with Reagan RoseReagan Rose helps us kick off this year with motivation and tactics to tame our smartphones by answering the following questions: What spiritual benefit have you noticed in the steps you have taken to limit technology in your life? Beyond shortening our attention spans, how are smartphones changing people? What are practical tips someone can take today to put boundaries on their smartphone usage? And what encouragement would you give someone who is considering limiting or deleting their social media accounts?Reagan's Website: https://redeemingproductivity.com/Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com ...
2026-01-2049 minSmiling at the Future118. Putting On a Heart of Joy with Christi - Bonus EpisodeChristi explores how to pursue joy by answering the following questions: What are misconceptions people have about joy? What are things that can hinder our joy? And what are ways that God pours joy into our heart? Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Support The Podcast: https://donorbox.org/smiling-at-2024
2025-12-1649 min
Fearlessly Unshackled- Faith ConversationsFaith Conversation -Christi DurfeyIn this episode of Faith Conversations, host Sarah Rose is joined by Christi Durfey, an accomplished equestrian and life coach, as they explore the intersection of faith, purpose, and personal growth. Christi shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Missouri and Iowa to pursuing her passion for horse training after initially studying Animal Science and working as a registered nurse. Amidst life’s challenges—like losing her home and navigating personal identity—Christi reflects on deepening her faith and choosing joy, illustrating how God has guided her through difficult times. She emphasizes the importance of pra...
2025-03-3055 minSmiling at the Future89. Bouncing Back From Failure with Lynne BrownLynne 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/smil...
2024-04-0247 minSmiling at the Future88. Songs of the Soul: Why Christians Sing with Kellie CunninghamMusician 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-a...
2024-03-1957 minSmiling at the Future87. When I Am Afraid: Finding Comfort in the Lord with Philip De CourcyPastor 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 t...
2024-03-051h 03Smiling at the Future86. Keep Running Your Race: How to Persevere Through Christ with Hannah FullerBiblical 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?
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2024-02-2038 minSmiling at the Future85. Navigating Decisions: The Art of Seeking Counsel with Chris HamiltonChris 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...
2024-02-0648 minSmiling at the Future84. Navigating Medical Emergencies with ER Doctor Carlan WendlerER 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...
2024-01-231h 12Smiling at the Future83. Replacing Pride with Humility with Stuart ScottBiblical 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?
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Dodge Movie PodcastWatch The Rose by Any Other NameThe Rose stars Bette Midler and portrays the tumultuous life of a self-destructive rock star who is ready for a break and dealing with all of the pressures of her rock star life and career. She clashes with her business manager who wants her two fulfill her contract and keep working. Timecodes: :00 - Introduction :17 - Announcement of Last Year’s Contest Winner 1:38 - Where our listeners live. 6:11 - We get distracted 10:12 - The Film Facts 16:00 - The Pickup Line 18:11 - 1970s Roc...
2024-01-0748 minSmiling at the Future82. Setting Our Minds on Heaven with Tim ChalliesAuthor 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?
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2023-11-2825 minSmiling at the Future81. Understanding the Purpose of Your Vocational Work with Reagan RoseOur 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...
2023-11-1445 minSmiling at the Future80. Lightening the Load: Bearing One Another's Burdens with Lance QuinnAs 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 m...
2023-10-311h 15Smiling at the Future79. Titus 2: Loving Your Children with Rachel Zwayne
Mother of five, Rachel Zwayne helps us understand the Titus 2 principle of "loving your children" by answering the following questions: How should Christian's view children, and what lies from the world do you see even Christians believing about children? How can the gospel play a central role in motherhood? What attitudes can single women "put on" that would make loving their children easier in the future? What attitudes can we "put off"? When is it appropriate to talk about children when you're dating, and which areas should you align on in child-rearing? And is it wise for single women...
2023-10-1753 minSmiling at the Future78. Titus 2: Loving Your Husband with Heidi KinzelHeidi Kinzel joins the discussion today to give practical guidance on how to prepare in singleness to love your husband in the future by answering the following questions: Why is this the first priority in the Titus 2 principles? We have the Scripture and the Holy Spirit, but why did God design that we also needed to be taught this by older women? What are attitudes that women need to "put off" that would make it more difficult to love their husband in the future? What are attitudes to "put on" that would make it easier? How have you and...
2023-10-0341 minSmiling at the Future77. Understanding God's Perfect Timing with Lynne BrownLynne Brown helps us regain a Biblical perspective on the timing of events in our lives by answering the following questions: How does God relate to time in a way that's different from us? Why is it important to understand God's unchangeableness? What are some examples of God's perfect timing in the Bible? How can we train our minds and hearts to respond rightly when we're confused about the God's timing or are struggling with impatience?
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2023-09-1936 minSmiling at the Future76. Making Sense Out of Sensibility with Chris MuellerPastor Chris Mueller helps us understand the important quality of sensibility by answering the following questions: What is sensibility as defined by Scripture? Why is the way you think important for your spiritual life? What does sensibility look like played out in a dating relationship? How does being sensible affect our emotions? What would sensibility look like practically lived out in the life of a godly man? And what are practical ways we can grow in sensibility?
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2023-06-201h 05Smiling at the Future75. Recalibrating: Gaining Biblical Perspective on Discouragement in Singleness with Jerry WraggPastor Jerry Wragg brings a balance of comfort and conviction to the following discouragements that singles face: What truth can you offer women who are experiencing loneliness? How would you encourage the woman who sees a lack of marriage-minded men in her context? How would you direct the single woman who is unsure where and how to invest her life outside of the defined roles of wife and mom? What hope can you offer the woman who is losing heart in the waiting? How would you recommend women to be praying during this season of singleness? What exhortation would...
2023-06-061h 12Smiling at the Future74. Here Comes the Bridesmaid: Walking With Those Who Walk Down the Aisle with Heather Wiebe and Lara McVickerLara McVicker and Heather Wiebe jump into the discussion to share their wisdom on how to support a bride as a bridesmaid during the wedding planning process by answering the following questions: How should we think about the role of being a bridesmaid? How can we honor God when we face the disappointment of expecting to be asked to be a bridesmaid and are not? How can you interact with the bride if you have certain convictions on modesty? How should we think about spending and how can we have those conversations with the bride if finances are tight? How...
2023-05-231h 07Smiling at the Future73. How to Discern a Man's Character with Chris HamiltonReturning guest Chris Hamilton unpacks this topic by answering the following questions: How far into the dating process should you get others involved in vetting a man's character, and is this an ongoing process? If a lady doesn't have believing family members she can turn to for help in discerning a man's character, how should she go about seeking this out? Would "vetting" look different in a long-distance relationship? How can you extend grace, understanding that no one is perfect, while still being discerning? Are there questions the lady can ask that may give insight into the man's heart? Do...
2023-05-0955 minSmiling at the Future72. Setting You Up for Success: Matchmaking Done Right with Lynne Brown and Teri WhiteLynne Brown and Teri White bring clarity to this topic on matchmaking and set-ups by answering the following questions: Do you think there is a need for this in the church, and should people really engage with setting people up? How much involvement should the "matchmaker" have in the set-up process? How can "matchmakers" help to make the set-up situation as low pressure as possible? Why should a woman be open to being set-up as a way to meet a spouse? What attitude and mindset should the lady have when walking into a set-up / blind date? And what encouragement...
2023-04-2553 min
Smiling at the Future71. Considering Education with Lisa LaGeorgeLisa has counseled hundreds of college students through the process of education, and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in answering the following questions: What are wise and unwise motivations for pursing education? What factors need to be considered in this pursuit? What are the pros & cons of pursuing higher education for women who desire to be married someday? If pursing degrees would limit the ability to do ministry in the church, is it still worth it? How do you deal with the fears that your level of education would scare away the men in your life? For wom...
2023-04-1147 minSmiling at the Future70. Living Out God's Perfect Design for Women in a Culture That Hates It with Lynne Brown and Ann BradleyTwo feminine and courageous women, Lynne Brown and Ann Bradley, join the conversation to discuss the roles God has designed for women and to shed light on the fallacies of feminism by answering the following questions: Where did feminism have it's roots? Can you help us understand what it means to be a "helper," and how singe women can live out this role also? Can you shed light on the biblical role of "submission"? How can we realign with God's word on gender roles, and live this out with boldness in a society that is so against God's design? And ho...
2023-03-2853 min
Smiling at the Future69. Winning the Lost with Tom & Dawn HarcusPassionate and intentional, Tom and Dawn model how to live out the gospel proclamation by answering the following questions: How do you build friendships with unbelievers in order to share the gospel with them? Should people share their faith in the workplace? What are the obstacles that keep people from sharing the gospel? How should we measure "success" in evangelism conversations? How do you use tracts in your evangelism?
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2023-03-1453 minSmiling at the Future68. Redeeming Productivity with Reagan RoseFellow podcaster and author of the book "Redeeming Productivity," Reagan Rose helps us understand that our productivity matters to God, and increases our motivation to live for God's glory by answering the following questions: What does it mean to glorify God, and how is our productivity tied to this? What suggestions do you have for helping us be more productive in our morning routines? What "unfair" advantages do Christian's have in being productive? Why should Christians be proactive in using their spiritual gifts, and do those gifts have an impact on other areas of life beyond the church? Do you h...
2023-02-2849 minSmiling at the Future67. Pursuing a Thankful Heart with Betty PriceIn her 80 years of life Betty Price has learned how to cultivate a thankful heart. She shares these insights by answering the following questions: What is the connection between being thankful, and being sound minded? Why is thankfulness such an integral part of our worship? How do we pray "with thanksgiving"? How can we give thanks in everything? And what steps can we take to grow in thankfulness?
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2023-02-1441 minSmiling at the Future66. Growing in Godly Speech and Communication with Janet AucoinBiblical counselor Janet Aucoin shares practical wisdom on communication by answering the following questions: Why does our speech matter so much to God? How do we know the line between complaining, and sharing the real struggles about our lives with others? Do you have helpful ways you steer the conversation if it is verging towards gossip? What are areas of communication that are helpful to fine-tune in preparation for marriage? Do you have any tips for how to graciously accept a compliment? What are questions that you can ask a trusted mentor to help you understand where your communication is lac...
2023-01-311h 05Smiling at the Future65. Thinking Through Social Media and Entertainment with Darrell HarrisonDarrell Harrison joins this episode to shed light on the following questions: Do you think someone who is frustrated with the downsides of social media should give up on it altogether? What steps do you think through before you post something on social media? How do you recommend that people limit their time on these platforms? Do you have guiding principles for how you choose what entertainment to view? What place should entertainment have in a Christian’s life? How would you encourage a Christian to show grace to another brother / sister in Christ with a different perspective on entertainment? What ques...
2023-01-171h 01Smiling at the Future64. Time and Busyness with Jocelyn WallaceBiblical counselor Jocelyn Wallace helps bring comfort and direction to how we understand and steward time during this busy time of year by answering the following questions: How does it glorify God when we understand our "finiteness" and God's infiniteness? What is the difference between being busy, and being diligent? Do you have tips for how to graciously say "no" to a request? What encouragement can you offer the woman who is weary and worn down with "busyness"? Do you have time-saving systems you use to keep life organized? How can we understand and enjoy resting without feeling guilty?
2022-12-1356 minSmiling at the Future63. A Biblical Understanding of Food and Body Image with Sophie SoutherdenIn this conversation, Sophie Southerden takes a deep dive into the theology behind food and body image by answering the following questions: What is the biblical perspective and purpose for why God designed us to live in physical bodies? How do we balance stewarding our bodies so that we don't end up in either the ditch of obsessing or neglecting them? If someone struggles in their relationship with food, how can they overcome those addictions? How do you help a friend who is struggling in this area? Is obesity a sin? And how would you encourage a woman who thinks sh...
2022-11-291h 04Smiling at the Future62. Undistracted Devotion: Evangelism with Nate RoseMy brother, Nate Rose, explains how to have a tactful and winsome approach in evangelism by answering the following questions: How do you grow your compassion for the lost- specifically strangers? How do you keep the right mindset in evangelism to keep the urgency, while also trusting God's sovereignty? Do you always have to share the whole gospel message in one conversation? How do you start evangelistic conversations with strangers?
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2022-11-151h 01Smiling at the Future61. Undistracted Devotion: Scripture Memory with Susan HeckHiding God's word in her heart has been a faithful pursuit for Susan, and she shares her wisdom with us on the following questions: Why should we put the effort into memorizing Scripture when we can "google" a verse? Why do you advocate for memorizing an entire chapter or book over individual verses? Which Bible translation is best to memorize from? Do you have any tips for making Bible memory easier? How do you review what you have already memorized? If someone doesn't know where to start, what chapter or book would you direct them to?
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2022-11-0137 minSmiling at the Future60. Are You Covered? A Practical Guide to Insurance with Daniel ClarkeInsurance expert Daniel Clarke will hold your attention with his answers to the following questions: What is the balance for Christians between purchasing insurance, and trusting God's sovereignty? What types of insurance should ladies have beyond what their employer offers? Do single people need life insurance? Do stay-at-home-mom's need life insurance? If someone works part-time and doesn't qualify for health insurance, where would you direct them? Do people who rent need renter's insurance? How should someone set up a living trust?
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2022-10-1846 minSmiling at the Future59. When You're All Adults: Cultivating Your Relationship with Your Parents with Chris HamiltonIn this episode Chris Hamilton unpacks the biblical mandate of honoring our parents as adult children, and also answers the following questions: How does our relationship with our parents change over the span of our lifetime from cradle to grave? Parents may have certain expectations for their children in regards to their education, career, who they should marry, and where they should live. How can a daughter communicate differences in these areas to her parents in a way that is still respectful? For those with unbelieving parents, or those who have a challenging relationship with their parents, how would y...
2022-10-0449 minSmiling at the Future58. Clarity in Dating with Rick and Kim HollandRick and Kim Holland are a dynamic couple passionate about discipleship. They share their wisdom on the following questions: How do I weigh biblical qualifications vs. the Christian ideal in choosing who to date and marry? What areas do women have on their "husband checklist" that do not matter in the long run? What does it look like to let men initiate a relationship? Why do you think Christian singles are waiting longer to date and marry?
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Rick Holland's Dating Series: https://www.gracechurch.org/sermons/series/300
2022-09-2037 minSmiling at the Future57. Recovering from a Breakup: Hope in the Midst of Heartache with Liz TittelReturning guest Liz Tittel brings compassion and biblical clarity to this discussion on recovering from a breakup by answering the following questions: How would you encourage someone who is adjusting BACK to singleness after a breakup? How would you advise someone who has experienced a breakup, but still has regular contact with that person? How would you encourage someone who was never given a clear reason for the breakup, and is left living with that uncertainty? How would you direct someone to be using their time following a breakup instead of filling it with entertainment or distractions? What if the...
2022-09-061h 05Smiling at the Future56. Faithfulness Through the Years with Betty PriceA lifetime of faithful service to the Lord as a single woman, 79 year old Betty Price answers the following questions: Looking back on your single life, what are the greatest blessings you have experienced? How did you stay committed to ministering to people instead of becoming the stereotypical "cat" lady? How would you encourage a single woman who finds herself struggling with the aging process? Did you ever reach a point where you realized that God did not have marriage for you, and what did coming to terms with that look like? During the course of your single years, in...
2022-08-2359 minSmiling at the Future55. Navigating Age or Cultural Differences in Relationships with Hohn and Heather ChoReturning guests Hohn and Heather Cho tackle this nuanced topic by answering the following questions: What are the potential issues and dynamics in a relationship when there is a significant age gap? How do couples maneuver the issue of having children when there is an age gap? How do you handle others' biases / concerns when there is an age difference? What if parents or family members do not support the relationship because of race? And what tips do you have for raising kids in a culturally blended family?
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2022-08-091h 03Smiling at the Future54. How To Control The Thoughts That Control You with Jocelyn WallaceJocelyn encourages us that it is possible to take our thoughts captive, and answers the following questions: When thoughts feel uncontrollable, is it possible to build habits to direct the thoughts we think? How should we deal with the guilt that comes from a fearful or sinful thought? If thoughts keep us up at night, how can we calm our minds before we sleep?
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2022-07-2650 minSmiling at the Future53. Cultivating Strong Sibling Relationships with Nate and David RoseChristi's brother's, Nate and David, join the discussion on sibling friendships and answer questions such as: How can siblings transition well from childhood into adulthood in how the interact and treat each other? How should you evangelize unsaved siblings? How can a sister exhort her brother when she sees sin in his life? How can you be an encouragement to siblings with children? And how can siblings share the care load for aging family members?
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2022-07-1255 min
Smiling at the Future52. Unmet Expectations with Lisa HughesLisa Hughes, author of the book "Unmet Expectations," shares how we can biblically handle the disappointments and thwarted plans in our lives. She answers questions such as: is it wrong to have expectations? If we have expectations of other people, should we voice those? How do we handle the disappointment that comes when we don't live up to our own expectations? And how should single women handle the feelings of compounded unmet expectations of not being married or having a family?
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Lisa's Book "Unmet Expectations" https://www.amazon.com/Unmet-Expectations-Lisa-Hughes/dp/1633422437/ref=s...
2022-06-281h 02Smiling at the Future51. What I Tell Men to Look For in a Woman with Chris HamiltonInformative for women (as well as and helpful guidance for men!), Chris candidly shares what he advises men to be looking for in a woman as they seek marriage. He answers questions such as: What do you tell men about the process of "looking for a wife"? What should every man be looking for? What are areas where every man may NOT be looking for the same thing? And are looks, intelligence, education, career or shared interests important?
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2022-06-1447 minSmiling at the Future50. Biblical Hope in Your Solitary Season with Lynne BrownIn this episode, Lynne Brown discusses how loneliness can strike in any season of life, but especially during singleness. She brings gospel truth to bear when answering the following questions: How can I handle the loneliness I feel when attending weddings and showers? What truths of Scripture should I meditate on when feeling alone? How should I respond to the loneliness that grows from others not being in the same life season? How should I cope with the loneliness I experience after a break-up?
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2022-05-3157 minSmiling at the Future49. Gospel Centered Dating with Kurt and Julie GebhardsHere to launch us into season two, Pastor Kurt and his wife Julie address how Christian dating is different from dating in the world, how important mentorship is in the dating process, and how to lessen the pressure found in some Christian dating cultures. Along the way they offer practical encouragement for how the gospel and our hope in Christ are the foundation for finding peace in the challenges of singleness, or any period of life.
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Dating Talk by Kurt Gebhards: "8 Tactics for Spousal Acquisition"https://www.gracechurch.org/sermons/2136?fbclid=IwAR090d...
2022-05-1748 minSmiling at the FutureSmiling at the Future - Podcast UpdateJust a quick announcement about the podcast!
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2022-03-2202 minSmiling at the Future48. How to Make Decisions with Chris HamiltonWe make decisions every day, but sometimes this can be a difficult process. Chris Hamilton joins the podcast again to bring clarity to this topic by answering the following questions: How do we discern the will of God when making a decision? How can you tell if asking for help in making a decision is actually a crutch for not thinking an issue through yourself? How do you pray when seeking the Lord's help in a decision? How do you avoid "paralysis by analysis"? What Scriptures have you leaned on when in a decision-making process? What are telltale signs...
2022-02-2246 minSmiling at the Future47. Rekindling Contentment with Lynne BrownNo matter the season of life we find yourselves in, contentment is a quality that we often need to rekindle. In this episode, Lynne shares powerful, biblical truths on how to cultivate contentment in your heart.
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Book Recommended: "The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment" by Jeremiah Burroughs
2022-02-0847 minSmiling at the Future46. Homemaking: God's Design for All Women with Marci FerrellMarci Ferrell from "The Thankful Homemaker" podcast, answers helpful questions such as: what is the biblical support for women to be homemakers, even single women? What homemaking skills do you wished you had mastered before marriage and family? How do you keep the right attitude in homemaking so that you don't neglect or idolize it? What if you don't enjoy cooking and cleaning? What are your favorite homemaking tools? And do you think single women have an allowance to put homemaking on the back burner so that they can prioritize other ministries better?
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2022-01-2557 minSmiling at the Future45. Why Marriage Matters with John and Jane TuckerFoundational and mysterious; returning guests John and Jane answer the following questions about marriage: What are wise or unwise reasons to get married or remain single? Should a person who desires to be married, expect to be married? What is the difference between a contract and a covenant? What involvement does the government or church have in regulating marriage? What is the difference between egalitarianism and complementarianism? And what does being a "help-mate" look like?
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2022-01-1157 minSmiling at the FutureSmiling at the Future - New Year's GreetingHappy New Year, and why this podcast was named "Smiling at the Future."
Join us January 11th for another full-length episode :)
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2021-12-2803 minSmiling at the Future44. What to Look For in a Man with Chris HamiltonFather to three grown daughters, and chairman of the elder board at Grace Community Church, Chris Hamilton answers the following questions in a clear and biblical way: What should I look for as marks of maturity in his spiritual walk? How do I know if he is ready to be a provider? Does the kind of job he has matter? How will I know if he is a wise steward of his finances? What should I look for in how he interacts and treats others? What sins do I need to mortify before I can get married?
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2021-12-1457 minSmiling at the Future43. Forgiveness: Learning to Love Others as Christ Loved Us with Janie StreetJanie Street brings her wealth of biblical counseling experience and study of the Bible to this discussion as she answers questions such as: What are misconceptions that Christians believe about forgiveness? What language should you use when asking for forgiveness? What role do our emotions play in the forgiveness process? Should you offer your trust after a repeated offense? Where do you see that couples struggle most in the forgiveness process? And how do you handle the guilt that comes from remembering a past offense?
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2021-11-301h 35Smiling at the Future42. Encouragement for Single Mothers and Advice for Ways to Help Them with Sarah Alexander and Erika IlievSingle motherhood is a journey that both Sarah and Erika have walked. In this episode, they share wisdom for both single mothers and for those who can come alongside and help; listen to them answer these questions: What do you wish others knew about what it is like to be a single mother? Where should a single mother get plugged in at church? How does one become two parents? And how should a single mother address the fear of "why would a man want to take me on with kids?"
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2021-11-161h 11Smiling at the Future41. Don't Get Hacked - Cyber Security with Nate RoseChristi'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.
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Recommended Resources:
Credit Karma: https://www.creditkarma.com/auth/logon
Last Pass: https://www.lastpass.com/
2021-11-0239 minSmiling at the Future40. What if He Has Been Divorced? With Liz and Josh TittelJosh 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?
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2021-10-191h 06Smiling at the Future39. Financial Advice from a Pre-Marital Counselor with George SandersGeorge 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?
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2021-10-0550 minSmiling at the Future38. Antidote to Anxiety with Janet AucoinIn 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?
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Book Recommended: "Anxious for Nothing" by John MacArthur
Joyful Journey Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyful-journey/id1544666986
2021-09-2152 minSmiling at the Future37. Fighting for Conflict Reconciliation with Janie StreetJanie 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?
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Books Recommended:
"Resolving Conflict" By Lou Priolo
2021-09-0753 minSmiling at the Future36. Keeping the Spark and Other Relationship Wisdom with Chad and Jenise JohnsonMarried 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?
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https://howtowinaheart.com/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCztQCPP0f...
2021-08-241h 22Smiling at the Future35. Grappling with Self-Defense and Safety with John and Charissa DoerbeckerStarting 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?
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2021-08-101h 11Smiling at the Future34. My Personal Testimony and Growing in AssuranceIn 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.
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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
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2021-07-2756 min
Ordinary People with Extraordinary LivesS3 EP3 | Smiling at the Future with Christi RoseHere is where you can find Christi Rose:
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2021-07-131h 07Smiling at the Future33. Overcoming Challenges in Christian Dating with Hohn and Heather ChoHohn 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
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2021-07-131h 24Smiling at the Future32. Glorifying God Through Self-Stewardship with Maize TrempertMaize 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?
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2021-06-291h 01Smiling at the Future31. Trusting God Through Chronic Illness with Heather CoppiHeather walked through 4 years of Lyme Disease, and brings so much hope and encouragement to this discussion on chronic illness. She answers questions such as: How did friends encourage you during your illness? What encouragement can you offer someone who is battling undiagnosed health issues? What is the balance of praying for God to deliver you, but also the human effort needed to find a solution? How can someone with chronic illness still minister in the church? And, how do you deal with the fear of not being an adequate helpmeet to a future spouse?
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2021-06-151h 09Smiling at the Future30. False Starts: Navigating Rejection and Breakups with Lynne BrownLynne is back, and gives sound, biblical, loving answers to the following questions: How would you encourage the lady who has just been rejected? What are common temptations the "slighted" party might experience? If you're not interested, how can you graciously turn down a guy who asks you out? How do you handle if someone doesn't take "no" for an answer? And how do you respond if the guy uses the end of a relationship to tell you everything you did wrong and need to change?
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Lynne's Podcast "Utterly Astounded": https://anchor.fm...
2021-06-0148 minSmiling at the Future29. Relationships: At The Starting Blocks with Lynne BrownLynne is back with practical wisdom on how to navigate the early stages of a relationship. She addresses how to respond if the man is not initiating spiritual conversations, how to handle if he is moving too slow or too fast, and what to do if you just don't know if you should go on a second date. This is as practical as it gets!
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Lynne Brown's Podcast "Utterly Astounded" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/utterly-astounded/id1544690860
2021-05-1850 minSmiling at the Future28. Learning Life-Long Contentment with My Mother, Judy RoseThe most influential woman in my life shares how she learned contentment through the adventure of trusting God throughout her life.
Book recommended: "The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment" by Jeremiah Burroughs
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2021-05-0432 minSmiling at the Future27. Tactful Answers to Tacky Questions about Singleness with Lara McVicker and Heather OlewilerIn this roundtable discussion we talk through how to graciously and humorously respond to questions people might ask you about your singleness. Some of the questions include: Why aren't you married? Do you want to get married? Are you picky? What are you looking for? And, have you tried online? Christi also shares about how to think through and navigate the world of online dating.
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2021-04-201h 16Smiling at the Future26. Don't Dread Your Birthday with Kimberly Cummings and Shelbi CullenKimberly and Shelbi from "The Women's Hope Podcast" give a fresh perspective on aging as a single woman for the Glory of God.
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2021-04-0651 min
The Women's Hope PodcastEp. 117: Special Guest Christi Rose Interviews Women's Hope on the Subject of AgingSpecial guest Christi Rose, host of the podcast “Smiling at the Future,” asks Shelbi and Kimberly practical questions about aging. At what point do anti-aging efforts become sinful? What encouragement is there for an aging woman whose dream of motherhood is fading? What are some unique blessings of older age? Shelbi and Kimberly turn to Scripture to provide answers to these and other questions.
2021-03-2552 minSmiling at the Future25. God's Sovereignty will Sanctify Your Singleness with Jennifer JollyJennifer shares how a right understanding and response to God's Sovereignty changed how she viewed many things in her single years. This conversation tackles questions such as: Is it wrong to pray for a husband? How should I view past regrets? And, how does God's Sovereignty change my attitude in life?
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Books mentioned:
1. "The Sovereignty of God" by Arthur Pink
2021-03-2341 minSmiling at the Future24. Roommates: Cultivating Harmony in Close Quarters with Liz TittelLiz shares how she created a harmonious house culture with her roommates / housemates, covering topics such as conflict, hospitality, and what questions to ask a prospective roommate.
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Resources Recommended by Liz:
1. Book "Resolving Conflict" by Lou Priolo
2. Book "Conscience: What it is, How to Train it, and Loving Those Who Differ" by Andrew David Naselli and John Francis Crowley
3. Sermon "Forgiveness When Wronged" by Lou Priolo https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1pElXNyL6FlFittgUcE2O0PvQx4vgRUO1
2021-03-091h 08
The Scalpel With Dr. Keith Rose#147 SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Dr Rose is the Guest Speaker at Rock City Church, Corpus Christi, TexasIn this Special Episode of The Scalpel, Dr Rose is the guest of Pastor David of Rock City Church in Corpus Christi, TX. Dr. Rose reminds The Church and those of us who part of it, that we must die to ourselves to heal our ourselves, our families, and our nation. CONTACT THE SHOWWebsite: https://scalpeledge.comEmail: KFR@scalpeledge.comTwitter: @TheScalpelEdgeInstagram: @TheScalpelPodcast #TheScalpel The Scalpel with Dr. Keith Rose is proudly sponsored by Zbones Bone Conduction Headphones. Learn more at zbones.io Go to...
2021-03-091h 01Smiling at the Future23. Overcoming Insecurities of Singleness by Placing Your Confidence in Christ with Lynne BrownLynne shines God's comforting truth on a variety of insecurities that can come along with prolonged singleness: Who will take care of me when I'm old? Why am I not getting asked out? Will I be able to financially provide for myself my entire life?
Lynne's Podcast "Utterly Astounded": https://anchor.fm/lynne-brown6/episodes/No-Justice-for-All-eoj468/a-a49bpig
2021-02-2358 minSmiling at the Future22. Before You Say "Yes" with Jane and John TuckerJane and John talk about the concept of "pre-engagement" counseling for a dating couple, and also tackle what a lady should look for as signs of maturity in a man in the areas of finances, vocation, and how they treat women.
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Pre-Engagement Survey: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hn6mwl04OyoZ-GhkdWiJaVUkKRfSRahp/view?usp=sharing
Books recommended:
1. "The Exemplary Husband" by Stuart Scott
2. "The Excellent Wife" by Martha Peace
3. "Passion and Purity" by Elisabeth Elliot
4. "Trusting God" by Jerry Bridges
5. "Wh...
2021-02-091h 04Smiling at the Future21. 3rd Wheeling with Couples and Families: Why We All Need Each Other with Kristin ClarkeKristin shares about the fun and unique bond she and her family have with the singles in their lives, and offers encouragement and tips for other married and single women.
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https://lisalageorge.com/2020/10/02/to-singles-regarding-families/
https://lisalageorge.com/2020/10/04/to-families-regarding-singles/
2021-01-261h 04Smiling at the Future20. How to Celebrate with Someone Who Receives What You're Praying For with Lauren HerefordLauren Hereford shares correct wedding etiquette and how to fully "rejoice with those who rejoice" by having the right heart attitude.
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Lauren's Podcast: "Tulips and Honey"
2021-01-1252 minSmiling at the Future19. Femininity in a Feminist World with Dawn HarcusDawn shares not only the differences between femininity and feminism, but also how single ladies can encourage each other to be more feminine, and also what a misuse of our femininity looks like.
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2020-12-291h 01Smiling at the Future18. They're Not Like You: How to Communicate Well With the Men in Your Life with Jenise JohnsonThe in's and outs of talking to men: communicating well, overcoming shyness, how to interact online, and so much more!
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YouTube: The Big Ski Family
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2020-12-151h 02Smiling at the Future17. Ministry and Missions as a Single Woman with Lisa LaGeorgeLisa shares how to pursue ministering in your local church, as well as what questions to consider before pursuing missions abroad. Stick around to the end for her book recommendations.
https://lisalageorge.com/
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2020-12-011h 03Smiling at the Future16. How to be Ladylike with Qwynne WinslowAs a Christian lady, and a professional Image Consultant, Qwynne dives into the elements of femininity expressed through your dress, beauty, and mannerisms. Smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.comhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCozLpm5siKOS87OnNoD68aw
2020-11-1747 minSmiling at the Future15. Friendships: Pursuing the Right People in the Right Way with Delores Michaelson, Pt. 2How should I treat the single men in my life? How do I know if I'm "taking" in my friendships? And stick around for the bonus question at the end :)
2020-11-1029 minSmiling at the Future14. Friendships: Pursuing the Right People in the Right Way with Delores MichaelsonAt 89 1/2 years young, Delores Michaelson shares what character qualities make for a good friend, how to walk alongside a friend who is in an extended trial, and the importance of having friends of all ages.
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2020-11-0332 minSmiling at the Future13. Embracing A God-Given Role: The Auntie Life with Bridget JacksonOne role that many single women can embrace, is being an auntie. Bridget shares how to stay connected even from afar, and gives practical advice on activities, discipline, and leaving a spiritual impact on your nieces and nephews. Stay tuned for the bonus question at the end "What if I'm not a "baby" person?"
2020-10-2743 minSmiling at the Future12. Homemaker or Career? How to balance two potential futures with Logan CarrLogan Carr helps us single ladies navigate this question, as well as:
What if I surpass the men in my life vocationally? Will that make me un-marriagable? And should I approach my investments and career as if I will always be single?
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2020-10-2040 minSmiling at the Future11. Checkmate: Winning Against Your Finances with Kelly Ann SmithThis week we are joined by well-known Financial Youtuber Kelly Smith. Kelly explores how to save money on grocery shopping, how to set savings goals, how to start investing, and how to avoid unhealthy financial habits she sees in single women.
Course link: https://freedominabudget.com/groceries (Coupon code: smilingpodcast)
FREE 7 Day Meal Plan: https://freedominabudget.com/7daymealplan/
How To Shop At ALDI: https://youtu.be/Xm2XNhYzXro
2020-10-1340 minSmiling at the Future10. Buying a House: How to Think Through the Big Questions Before Making the Biggest Purchase of Your Life With Liz Tittel, Pt. 2The benefits of having housemates, and what Liz's husband thought of her owning a home when he first met her.
2020-10-0622 minSmiling at the Future9. Buying a House: How to Think Through the Big Questions Before Making the Biggest Purchase of Your Life With Liz TittelShould a single woman buy a house? This episode explores that topic, and When to buy, and what to look for in a future house.
2020-09-2922 minSmiling at the Future8. Don't Get in a Rut: Embracing Travel, Adventure and Fun as a Christian Single Gal with Sara DisalvoThis light-hearted episode is about trying new things, overcoming fear and insecurities, and enjoying traveling.
2020-09-2239 minSmiling at the Future7. Living with Your Parents Without Living Out the Stereotype, with Rachelle TalleyThis episode goes into the details on how to live with your parents well so that you can be a blessing to them, while living a responsible and independent life as an adult woman.
2020-09-1532 minSmiling at the Future6. Caring for Aging Loved Ones with Marcia Griffiths, Pt. 2Marcia shares how she navigated thoughts on feeling like she was missing out on opportunities in her own life by being a caregiver for her mom.
2020-09-0825 minSmiling at the Future5. Caring for Aging Loved Ones with Marcia GriffithsMarcia shares the tried and true wisdom of her own experience caring for her mother, and how women can help others in a similar role.
2020-09-0126 minSmiling at the Future4. Navigating set-ups and long-distance relationships with Jane and John Tucker, Pt. 2Jane and John share so many nuggets of wisdom in this episode, including how attraction and contentment played an important role in their relationship.
2020-08-2523 minSmiling at the Future3. Navigating set-ups and long-distance relationships with Jane & John TuckerJane and John share their story and include helpful tips on being set-up, and navigating a long-distance relationship.
2020-08-1827 minSmiling at the Future2. Essential Habits for Christian Single Women with Jenise Johnson, Pt. 2Continuing from part 1, Jenise, mother of 11 children, shares habits that Christian single women should be developing in their single years, what negative habits she would discourage falling into, and tips for starting a new habit.
2020-08-1119 min2020-08-0303 minSmiling at the Future1. Essential Habits for Christian Single Women with Jenise JohnsonMother of 11, Jenise Johnson dives into the habits she would encourage Christian single women to be forming in this season of life.
Show Notes:
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August 15th - "How to Win a Heart" book release on Amazon
"Miracle Morning" Book
2020-08-0329 min
The Yadah Da King Radio ShowDreams ft V Rose*MP3 Version*
We were joined by one of the newest and freshest voices to join the Gospel Pop Music. Clearsight Artist V. Rose Came by and shared her story of her relationship with Christ and how she got involved in doing Gospel Music. Also hear about some of the other gifts she has and being the sister surrounding by a whole bunch of Brothers. The topic of the day was all about Dreams. How do we let our dreams Be lead by God and how do we know our dreams are his will? FInd out if you have a dreamers...
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