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Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)The Whole TruthSend us a textIt's important to tell the whole truth about God and the message of salvation. Do we focus on the good and leave out the hard teachings? Or do we focus on repentance without offering love and mercy? We need both - the whole truth. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-08-0410 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)You've Got MailSend us a textJohn recorded in the book of Revelation seven messages from Jesus to the different churches. Some of those letters can apply to us as well. Which church letter reflects the state of your faith today? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-07-2811 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Live Dangerously!Send us a textDo you like to try dangerous things - sky diving, bungee jumping, mountain climbing - or do you tend to protect yourself from danger? We naturally seek ways to protect our bodies, families, and possessions. How about our souls? Living dangerously spiritually is the greatest risk of all. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-07-2109 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Skipping StepsSend us a textDo you like to skip steps - maybe try to do things more efficiently? Sometimes we try to take that approach with our spiritual life, but it won't work. The spiritual journey is a slow process of growth, just like a good marriage. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-06-2310 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)CloserSend us a textAre you close enough to Christ? What might indicate that we are not? How can we grow closer and be a more faithful witness in the world? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-06-1609 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)No OffenseSend us a textWhat does it mean if we offend others? Does that make us a bad Christian? Not necessarily. That's the topic for this episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-06-0909 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)You Do YouSend us a textYou do you! When is that a good approach to our spiritual life and when is it harmful? We want to be flexible but not casual. What does that look like? Check it out in this episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-06-0210 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)That's Encouraging!Send us a textEveryone needs to be encouraged - those struggling, doubting, suffering, and even thriving. God calls us to encourage each other. What does that look like? How can we do it well? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-05-2610 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Blessed FailureSend us a textHave you ever felt like a failure? Most of us experience that at some time or another. How does God use our failures to bless us? What can we do to cooperate with Him when we fail? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-05-1913 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)What's Your Motivation?Send us a textWhen actors prepare for a scene, they want to know their motivation. When we have a conversation, we should ask that same question. What is our motivation? Is it good or not? This episode explores our motivations and how we can have conversations more pleasing to God. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-04-2810 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Loving YourselfSend us a textWe are called to love others as ourself. Do we love ourselves? What does that mean? How can we grow in healthy self-love?ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-04-2110 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Fire!Send us a textAre you on fire for God? Do you want to be? What does that even mean? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-04-1410 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)CoveredSend us a textThis episode is about how we can cover our day in prayer as we begin morning prayer time. What's happening today? What graces are needed for each activity? How can I invite God into the details of my day every morning?ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-04-0709 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Promises PromisesSend us a textWhat does it mean when we renew our baptismal promises? These promises come from the Creed and express the beliefs of our faith. I believe in God... ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-03-3109 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)To Change or Not To ChangeSend us a textDo you like change or avoid it? God wants to change us - but how? How can we embrace the changes God desires? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-03-2411 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Greater ThanSend us a textGod is greater than... Greater love, greater power, greater mercy, greater faithfulness, and so much more. How can we embrace his greatness? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-03-1710 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Power of LoveSend us a textGod calls us to love others, but what does that mean? How can we bring love into every situation in our lives? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-03-1011 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Things Learned as a Spiritual DirectorSend us a textBeing a spiritual director is a great gift, and I have learned much from serving in this way. Here are seven things I've learned along the way. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-03-0310 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)SolidaritySend us a textWe as Christians need to live in solidarity with each other. There is power in numbers! What makes for solidarity in our relationships? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-02-2510 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Thy Will Be DoneSend us a textJesus prayed, "Thy will be done." Can we do the same? What does that mean and how can we trust God enough to say it with confidence? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-02-1811 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)SuperheroesSend us a textAll Christians have the calling to be superheroes. We have superpowers - the supernatural gifts given by God - that allow us to make a difference in the world. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-02-1109 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Fitting InSend us a textHave you ever felt that you just don't fit it? Most of us have had that experience at some time in our lives. We are not called to fit in to this world, but into the Kingdom of Heaven. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-02-0409 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)More. More. MoreSend us a textMany of us want more in our prayer life. What might that look like? How can we more faithfully lift our hearts and minds to God? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-01-2810 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)A Good PersonSend us a textDo you think you are a good person? Is that why God loves you? This episode challenges those ideas. While still in my sin, God loved me.ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-01-2109 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)The AnointingSend us a textWe have all been anointed by God in our baptism. What does that mean? How can we live our anointing and be God's light in the world? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-01-1410 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)The Ripple EffectSend us a textEvery action we take has a ripple effect, expanding outward to others in our life, and from them to people we may have never met. How can we send out positive ripples that change the world? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2024-01-0709 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)LingeringSend us a textSpiritual progress comes from lingering with God. We can linger with His Word, linger with His Presence, linger with His attributes. All of these can lead to transformation in our lives and great spiritual progress. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-12-3109 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Peace Be With YouSend us a textWe pray for peace. We wish peace to others. But what does that mean? How can we know the interior peace that comes from God? How can we bring peace into the difficult situations of our lives? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-12-1009 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Feed a Cold, Starve a FeverSend us a textWe're told to feed a cold and starve a fever for good physical health. What do we feed and starve to maintain good spiritual health? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-12-0310 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Prayer and FastingSend us a textPrayer and fasting are powerful spiritual tools. But how do you do it? What do I ask for? What should I give up? These are questions addressed in this episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-11-2610 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Iconic RulesSend us a textPeople who paint religious icons follow a set of rules as they paint. These rules can be applied to any work that we do - painting, writing, studying, or even cleaning the house. When we apply the rules, we sanctify our work. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-11-1909 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)The Look of LoveSend us a textHave you ever looked at God - and felt Him looking back at you? What do you experience in that sacred gaze? Can you feel His love? This episode explores the different ways that we may experience God's look of love. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-11-1211 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Heart CheckSend us a textHave you ever done a spiritual heart check? Do you have a heart of stone, a divided heart, the heart of a son, a pure heart? God is the great Cardiologist ready to heal your heart. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-10-2909 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Good IntentionsSend us a textSometimes we think we need to have 100% purity of intention in order to perfectly serve God. But is that really possible? Every good that we do also brings us some kind of benefit, even if only a feeling of satisfaction in a job well done. How can we embrace our imperfect intentions and serve God with more joy? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-10-2210 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Look Ma! No Hands!Send us a textMany people like to be in control of every situation. Sometimes we need to surrender that control to God. We need to take our hands off the wheel and let God take over. We can do it if we trust Him. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-10-1509 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)The Optimist ClubSend us a textOptimism is defined as hopefulness and confidence about the future. Christians have a supernatural optimism called Hope, one of the theological virtues given as a gift from God. What is the reason for our hope? How can we respond to God's grace and grow in hope? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-10-0811 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)I Didn't Do It!Send us a textHave you ever had a child say, "I didn't do it!" when you know they are guilty? This episode is about those times when we "did not do it" and we should have. It about sins of omission, not heeding God's call in our life. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-10-0109 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Time OutSend us a textKids get put in time out when they need to regain control. Sometimes grown-ups need a time out as well. How can we recognize the need for a spiritual time out and make the most of it? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-09-2410 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Are You ListeningSend us a textHave you ever had a conversation with someone who is distracted? It's hard. Imagine what it's like for God when He tries speaking to us. How can we listen better and learn to recognize God's voice? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-09-1709 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)All of MeSend us a textIn marriage we are called to give ourselves fully to our spouse. It's the same with God. True union with God demands that I give everything to Him. This episode explores how we can do just that - give "All of Me" to God. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-09-1010 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Older and WiserSend us a textThey say we get wiser as we age, but sometimes that's not true. How can we grow older and wiser in the spiritual life? That's the focus of today's episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-09-0309 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)I've Got a SecretSend us a textMost of us have secrets - personal facts about ourselves that we don't want others to know. The enemy loves when we have secrets and uses them in the spiritual battle, creating fear. We don't have to be prisoners to our secrets. Fight the battle and win! ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-08-2709 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)God WaitsSend us a textGod is very patient. He waited for me when I was far from him, and he waits for me now and I stumble through this journey of faith. How is God waiting for you? Are you able to wait on Him - on His perfect timing? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-08-2009 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Fight the Good FightSend us a textWe are in a spiritual battle, so how do we fight the good fight? What is the devil doing and how can we resist? This episode suggests 8 tactics of the enemy and strategies to manage each of those tactics. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-08-1310 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)People Who Need PeopleSend us a textGod made us to need each other. He brings people into our lives for a purpose. Who has he brought into your life? How do they help you grow in faith, hope and love? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-08-0609 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)What Are You Rebelling Against?Send us a textPsalm 78 talks about a rebellious generation. Sometimes I wonder if I am part of that. Rebellion started in the Garden of Eden and continues to this day. We can rebel against the world, authorities, and God. This episode addresses good and bad rebellion. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-07-3009 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Know ThyselfSend us a textSt. Augustine said, "Self-knowledge is the crucial first step towards knowledge of God." How can we grow in self-knowledge so that we can know God? That is the subject of today's episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-07-2314 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Take It To PrayerSend us a textHas someone ever told you to "Take it to prayer?" We hear it often - but what does it mean? What do I take to prayer? How do I actually do that? This episode will give you some ideas. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-07-1612 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Never Give Up; Never SurrenderSend us a textSurely you have loved ones who don't seem to know God. We can never give up on them; never surrender to the lie that the situation is hopeless. But what exactly can we do to draw them closer to a relationship with God? I have eight ideas in this episode.ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-07-0910 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Christianity is a Team SportSend us a textWe are the body of Christ - all of us together. Fr. Mike Schmitz said that Christianity is a team sport. What does that mean for us? How can we be great team players in this journey with our brothers and sisters in the faith? That's the topic for this episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-07-0209 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Curiouser and CuriouserSend us a textCuriosity can lead us closer to God or distract us from the path of holiness. How can we hold on to the good curiosity and stifle the bad? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-06-2510 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Holy RestSend us a textGod rested on the seventh day. How about you? Do you make time for holy rest? What does that even mean? How can you make it a reality in the chaos of your life? It is possible. Listen for some ideas. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-06-1814 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)I Can Work With ThatSend us a textSome people are able to create treasure out of what others might see as useless. They see something and think, "I can work with that." God sees us that way. He sees our faults and says, "I can work with that." And so He does. Listen for more!ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-06-1109 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Can I Get a Witness?Send us a textGod calls us to witness to our faith - in both words and deeds. What does that actually look like? Sound like? How can I overcome the fears that keep me from giving bold witness to the world about my faith in Jesus Christ? Lots of ideas here to ponder! ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-06-0411 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Not My JobSend us a textIn my attempts to be helpful, sometimes I do too much - I do what is not my job. We all have a job as believers. What's in our job responsibilities and what isn't? When we know the difference, we can have greater peace and be a more effective worker in God's vineyard. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-05-2809 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)You and What Army?Send us a textHave you ever felt overwhelmed in the spiritual battle? Do you feel all alone against the evil of the world? You want to fight the enemy but he mocks you saying, "You and what army?" This episode reminds you of the great army behind you in the spiritual battles we face. You are not alone! ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-05-2108 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Never Not WorkingSend us a textLike Troy Polamalu in the commercial, God is Never Not Working in our lives. When we are the prodigal child, when we are suffering, when we are broken, when we are desiring His presence, God is always there - Never Not Working. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-05-1409 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)CourageSend us a textSometimes it seems like the world wants us to live in fear. Scripture is filled with verses that say, "Do not be afraid." But we are human and so we fear. The good thing is that the Holy Spirit has given us the gift of courage if only we embrace it. Where do you need courage? Listen and see how to embrace this gift of the Holy Spirit. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-05-0710 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Glory to God!Send us a textWe often hear "Glory to God!" What does that mean? How can I give glory to God? And how can I avoid diverting that glory to myself or another human person? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-04-3011 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)God WoosSend us a textGod is always wooing us, trying to gain our love so that we (both men and women) can be wed to Him. How has God wooed you? How are you responding? Say YES! Be one with God as a husband and wife are joined together.ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-04-2309 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)I Know NothingSend us a textRemember Sgt. Schultz from Hogan's Heroes who used to say "I know nothing!" Sometimes we have to remember that we know nothing. I can be so full of myself that I think I can read minds and judge others, but that's a lie. There are things that I know and things I cannot know. This episode touches on what fits into each of those categories. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-04-1608 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Awesome!Send us a textOur God is an awesome God! What does that mean? How can you see that awesomeness in every moment of your day? Praise God for all that He is and all that He does. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-04-0910 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Big ButsSend us a textDo you ever hear people say, "I know I shouldn't do that, but..." I've heard it and I've said it. We often seek an exception to the rules for our "unique situation" in life. Those are the big buts addressed in this episode. How often do we use the big but excuse? How can we stop seeking excuses and follow God's law with our whole heart? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-04-0211 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Rough EdgesSend us a textWe are all a little rough around the edges. We are, unfortunately, imperfect. But we don't have to stay that way. This episode addresses how we can identify our own rough edges and take steps to smooth them out. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-03-2611 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Just One StepSend us a textDo you like to plan everything out? That approach doesn't work so well in our journey of faith. God gives us just one step to take, and we move forward in faith. This episode is about how to embrace the one step God gives each day. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-03-1910 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Focus in PrayerSend us a textMost people desire more in their prayer life. We get frustrated because we are so easily distracted. This episode covers three typical causes of distraction in prayer and ideas for overcoming those distractions. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-03-1211 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Focus on GodSend us a textHave you ever wished you lived more in God's presence throughout your day? That is the subject of this episode. How can we focus on God? What distracts us from the proper focus? What can we do about those distractions?ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-03-0511 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Everywhere a SignSend us a textLots of people ask God for a sign - a sign that He is real, a sign of His will, a sign that He is good and loves them. What signs does God give? What signs do we seek? How can we see the signs all around us? That's the subject of today's episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-02-2609 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)It's Not About MeSend us a textHave you ever taken something personally that wasn't meant that way? Or maybe someone has done that to you? This episode addresses how we can sometimes mistake things that are not really about us and the effect that can have on our spiritual life. Listen to what's not about you - and then what IS about you. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-02-1911 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)A Mission from GodSend us a textDid you know that you have a mission from God? Each of us is created for a purpose and given the gifts we need to live that purpose and achieve our unique mission. This episode addresses how we find and live that mission. Enjoy!ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-02-1211 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Name CallingSend us a textWe all know name calling is wrong, but sometimes we direct the name calling to ourselves. We accept a negative identity - a lie about ourselves. This episode addresses the identities we are given by God so that we can stop the self-directed name calling and embrace who we really are in Christ. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-02-0509 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Be the LightSend us a textThe people in darkness have seen a great light! Jesus is the light, but we are called to be light as well - to shine God's light in the world. How much light do we bring into the world? How much more light can we bring? That's the topic for this episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-01-2910 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Here Comes the JudgeSend us a textWe tend to judge others and that's not so good. How can we distinguish between fraternal correction and judging? Spoiler alert: It's in the heart! That's the subject of this episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-01-2212 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)The StrongmanSend us a textDo you sometimes resist bringing God everything? Do you worry that you are too much for Him? This episode is about God as the ultimate Strong Man. We can bring him our work, burdens, dreams, sin, wounds and more. He can handle it! ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-01-1510 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)PolishingSend us a textWe are made to shine, and to shine we sometimes need to be polished. This episode talks about how God polishes us through the challenges of life and how we can be more open to His work so that we can grow in holiness. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-01-0809 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)GodishSend us a textAre you bilingual? Can you speak your native tongue and the language of God: Godish? This episode explores how we can understand others beyond the words spoken and hear their heart - the language of God. Godish. It's the most valuable language in the world! ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2023-01-0111 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Re-GiftingSend us a textHave you ever re-gifted something? Most of us have. God gives us many spiritual gifts that we can re-gift - and should re-gift. What are they and how do we do it? That is the topic for this episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-12-2514 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Sorry Not SorrySend us a textHow sorry are you for your sins? What motivates your sorrow? How do you know if you are sorry enough for God's mercy? This episode tackles how we repent of our sins and God's response, no matter how imperfect our sorrow. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-12-1808 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)One Thing MoreSend us a textThe rich young man asked Jesus what he needed to do to be saved, and Jesus answered that he should obey the commandments. When the young man said he did that, Jesus said, "There is one thing more," and told him to sell all he had and follow Jesus. God may not be calling you to sell everything you have, but maybe he has one thing more for you right now that will help you grow spiritually. That's what this episode is all about. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com 2022-12-1111 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Fixer UppersSend us a textI am a fixer upper. How about you? Do you need some work done by God to grow in your faith? That's what this episode is about. We are all fixer uppers. And God is the one who showers His grace on us to help us become the soul He created us to be. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-12-0410 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)I Am ZacchaeusSend us a textZacchaeus is the tax collector who climbed a tree to see Jesus. His life was transformed, but people rejected him and criticized Jesus for dining with tax collectors and sinners. Do you have a past that embarrasses you? Do people reject you because of who you were without seeing who you are? This episode deals with the greatness of God in transforming our lives like he did for Zaccheaus.ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-11-2708 min
Food for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)The EnvelopeSend us a textSt. Josemaria Escriva used the metaphor of an envelope to describe how we serve God in the world. We are the envelope carrying God's message of love to the world. How can we be that envelope? How can we better appreciate all those envelopes that have been sent to us throughout our lives? That is the subject for this episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-11-2010 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Vain ImaginingsSend us a textDo you ever have imaginary conversations with others? Maybe relive an argument - and this time you win? Does your imagination take you places that stoke your vanity? That's the subject of this episode - Vain Imaginings. They are not always harmless. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-11-1309 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Names of Jesus - Part 2Send us a textJesus is called by many names in Scripture. This episode explores eight names that describe what Jesus does. What can we learn about the Second Person of the Blessed Trinity through the names used in Scripture? This is part 2 of 2 parts. If you are interested, you can download a prayer of the Litany of the Holy Names of Jesus here: https://colleenorchanian.com/podcast ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-11-0609 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Names of Jesus - Part 1Send us a textJesus is the name that is above all names. This episode takes a look at eight different names of Jesus in Scripture. Each describes an aspect of who Jesus is. Listen and learn more about who Jesus is and grow more deeply in your relationship with Him. This is part 1 of 2. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-10-3008 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Living FaithSend us a textWhat does it mean to have a living faith? Why does it matter? How can we live our faith every moment of every day? How can we be a witness in the world to the joy of faith in Jesus Christ? All of these questions are answered in this episode. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-10-2308 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Paradox Part 3Send us a textThis episode explores three more paradoxes of Scripture: the last shall be first, giving is receiving, and to lead is to serve. Do you see these things as God does or as the world does? How can you embrace the paradoxes of Scripture and live a more abundant life? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-10-1611 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Paradox Part 2Send us a textThis second episode on paradoxes looks at three seemingly contradictory perspectives from Scripture: find joy in trials; I am worthless but precious; and the least is the greatest. How can we better live our faith and embrace the paradoxes presented by Jesus? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-10-0911 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Paradoxes of Scripture - Part 1Send us a textA paradox is a statement that apparently contradicts itself yet can be true. The paradoxes of Scripture only make sense when we see things from a heavenly perspective. This episode explores three paradoxes: Life is loss - death is gain; weakness is strength; and poor is rich. How do these paradoxes speak to you in your faith journey? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-10-0210 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Metanoia Part 2 - We Will Be ChangedSend us a textGod's not done with me yet! This episode covers how God wants to transform us and what we can do to cooperate with Him - how we can be open to His work in our lives. Where will He take me as I make progress in the spiritual journey? ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-09-2511 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Metanoia Part 1 - We Have Been ChangedSend us a textOurs is a God of Transformation. Metanoia means a fundamental change in character or outlook, especially a spiritual conversion. Listen to some of the ways you may have been transformed by God - or some ways you would like to be transformed. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-09-1809 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Spiritual Progress Part 6 - Moving ForwardSend us a textHow do you know when you're advancing in the spiritual life? This episode offers seven ideas for planning your journey and measuring progress. God is working in your life - find out how! ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-09-1110 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Spiritual Progress Part 5 - RelationshipsSend us a textJesus said that the second greatest Commandment is to love others. How do we do that? This episode offer 7 ideas for making spiritual progress through our relationships - loving and serving others in a way that pleases and honors God. How can your relationships draw you closer to God? How can you help others to draw closer to God? Listen and find out! ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-09-0408 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Spiritual Progress Part 4 - SacramentsSend us a textThe Sacraments of the Church are a powerful source of grace. This episode offers 9 ideas for making the most of the sacraments available to you - even if you aren't Catholic! ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-08-2811 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Spiritual Progress Part 3 - Pursuing HolinessSend us a textWe are all called to holiness. This episode offers eight ideas for growing in holiness, for becoming saints. Let God call you deeper into His Heart! ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-08-2109 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Spiritual Progress Part 2: Knowing GodSend us a textHow can we know the One, True God? In this episode you will hear seven ideas for growing in your knowledge of God - the True God - the one who loves you, knows you, and saves you. When we know the One, True God, our lives are enriched and we can experience the joy and peace of Christ. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-08-1311 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Spiritual Progress Part 1 - PrayerSend us a textHow can we make progress in the spiritual life? In this episode you will hear eight ideas to improve your prayer practices - a key foundation for the spiritual life. Listen to hear how to better lift your heart and mind to God. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-08-0811 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Spiritual WarfareSend us a textSometimes the work we do for God seems to being going all wrong. This episode addresses the spiritual attacks common in small faith-based groups and how to fight the spiritual battles we face in serving God. Listen to get a perspective on the challenges you face in serving God. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-08-0510 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Freedom - Part 2 - Freedom for What?Send us a textPart 1 addressed what we are freed from in our spiritual journey (sin, lies, rules, and fears). Part 2 provides eight ways we can use our newfound freedom. Listen to all the great things God has in store for you! ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-08-0207 minFood for Thought (Spiritually Speaking)Freedom Part 1 - Freedom From What?Send us a textFreedom is a word we hear a lot. Everyone wants to be free. Explore the obstacles to spiritual freedom in four common areas of life. Find out what's holding you back from being the person God created you to be. This is the first in a two-part series. ColleenOrchanian@gmail.com www.ColleenOrchanian.com Facebook: Colleen Orchanian, Author2022-08-0210 min