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Because of Grace with Dianna CarrollSeasons of Life #1We go through many seasons of life, and no matter what season it may be––– we can survive because of His marvelous grace.
My purpose for doing this podcast is to encourage women and men that they can survive the trials of this life. You might ask, but How Dianna?–– Because of God’s Grace.
2023-10-1422 min
Discovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWithout Faith #95We need someone who will rescue us from our prison of sin because we cannot free ourselves from that sin debt.2022-09-3002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollDon’t Violate Your Conscience #94Have you taken great pains to have a clean conscience before God and man, or have you allowed the world to instruct you to ignore your guilty feelings and make your conscience weak?2022-09-2202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollLove Keeps No Record of Wrongs #93As God has forgiven us and does not count our sins against us, we, too, are to forgive.2022-09-1302 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollFear #103How often do you experience the crippling effects of fear? What circumstances or situations send you into uncontrollable waves of anxiety? “The LORD is for me; I will not fear; What can man do unto me?” (Psalm 118:6).2022-09-0702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollA Woman’s Response to Submission #92The responsibility of all believers is to yield to one another. Submitting mutually to each other with humility, unselfishness, self-denial, and a desire to meet the other person's needs is a command.2022-08-3002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollNo Confidence in the Flesh #91Does your life show any signs of a transformed life, or are you living a false, dead faith (James 2:14-26)? 2022-08-2002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThe Riches of Salvation #90When you become a believer, you instantly possess all things that pertain to life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3).2022-08-1302 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThe Ugliness of Envy and Jealousy #89Jealousy and envy are emotions we all feel from time to time. But, if they are allowed to control our lives, they distort our perspectives and, in some cases, lead us to act out in malicious behavior.2022-08-0702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWho Am I? #88Our identity in Christ is “precious” according to Psalm 139:17, and His thoughts towards us are immeasurable, “. . . they are more in number than the sand” (Psalm 139:18).2022-07-3002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollHe Holds My Hand #87I wrote this poem on my way to Utah. My husband had answered the call of God to be a church planter there. But I didn’t want to go, and I made it known. With endless tears, I said goodbye to my family, friends, and the church I loved. My heart broke, and I was afraid.2022-07-2202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollPassions and Desires #86Our greatest reward is not the praise of man but His eternal inheritance, our home.2022-07-1402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollShowing Grace in Marriage #85Do you remember the day you walked down an aisle and said, "I do?" Do you have a grace-centered marriage?2022-07-0702 min
Discovering Grace with Dianna Carroll“I Know Not What Awaits Me” #84The Christian submits his life to the Lord and is not presumptuous to think he knows what is best for himself or what tomorrow will hold.2022-07-0102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWhen I Am Weak #83And he said unto me, “My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.”2022-06-2202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollTrusting In The Mighty Hand Of God #82Through perilous times, General Stonewall Jackson never lost hope in the Lord, the Shepherd, and Guardian of his soul (I Peter 1:3-5). What is there to fear when in God's mighty hand, we are comforted, protected, and given direction.2022-06-1502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollOur Substitute #81Christians should be profoundly moved by the perplexing realities of this astounding prophecy. Lord, thank You for such amazing love that You died for me.2022-06-0802 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollTrusting God to Be Enough #80There are times in our lives when our hearts are broken, and we don’t know what to do. We try to trust God, but it’s difficult and our circumstances are severely discouraging.2022-05-3102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWhy Hate Sin? #79Have you ever stopped to think about why you hate sin? Is it because of what sin does to you after it has had its way with you?2022-05-1702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollTwo Gardens in the Story of Redemption #78How many times have we read the account of the fall of man in the garden and felt the unbearable shame of Adam and Eve's sin?2022-05-1002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWhere is Thy God? #76Are you facing challenges at this time and want to rely on God to work in your life? Psalm 42 reveals the character of God and ways He will help you to “walk by faith” when you are downcast, in despair, and depressed.2022-05-0202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollDevotion to a False God, Is It Addiction? #75Why is temptation so attractive, unrelenting, and powerful? Every day we are confronted with temptations, difficulties, and overwhelming battles.2022-04-2602 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollSacrificial Love #74Love isn't what we feel but what we do. The Lord loved us enough to die for us and pay our sin debt even while we were dead in our sins.2022-04-1802 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollIn the Garden~Easter #115The Word of God makes it clear that Jesus knew all that would happen to Him in the Garden of Gethsemane, and that nothing was a surprise to Him, nor out of His control.2022-04-1102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollIs He Your Friend? #73Oh, what a Friend We have in Jesus! Joseph Scriven wrote the hymn, "What a Friend We Have in Jesus," for his dear mother. He wanted this song to comfort her in a time of deep sorrow.2022-04-0102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollLearning Through Loss, Suffering, and Death #72Job’s reaction to hardship and pain was forever recorded in Scripture. Can a Christian face a variety of impossible circumstances and still find God to be good?2022-03-2202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollIn Adversity, Prove My Heart #71What purpose does God have in taking you through painful or difficult circumstances? Does God use affliction in your life to test and refine you?2022-03-1502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWhat Does Unforgiveness Look Like? #70What does unforgiveness look like in the life of the believer? Can a Christian continue in their unforgiving attitude and it not be a sin?2022-03-0402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollGlories of Home #69The Bible describes Heaven as a place in which sadness, pain, tears, and death itself will end, and the presence of the LORD will enrapture our souls for eternity.2022-02-2402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollAll for Jesus #681 Peter 3 says, “But even if you should suffer for righteousness sake, you will be blessed."2022-02-1902 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollJoy in the Gospel #67Paul's imprisonment in Rome evidenced that prison was a means to advance the gospel.2022-02-1102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollHard Questions #66Parenting through the hard questions or declarations a child may bring to you takes wisdom that only our God can give.2022-02-0502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollParenting Young Adults #65Parents need to inspire their child to seek wisdom from other godly people who will help secure their decisions towards a good and right path.2022-01-2702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollSo, Who's in Charge? #64We’ve all seen and heard children acting out their sinful natures in public. Uh-oh, I wonder who's in charge now?2022-01-2102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollPeace Forevermore #61Though Mordecai brought peace to the Jews during this brief time in history, our Lord Jesus Christ will bring peace to us for all eternity. (The end of the book of Esther.)2022-01-1402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThe Enemy Defeated #60Returning to the book of Esther, may we be encouraged and thankful for everything God has given to us, especially our freedom from the bondage of sin and death.2022-01-0402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWhy Are We Tempted? #62Why is it so difficult for us to say no to temptation and “yes” to God?2021-12-3002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollBorn a King #100Every detail has been worked out for the world to see that Jesus Christ is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. His birth was supernatural, and his lineage amazing.2021-12-2102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollMissing Christmas #5Without Christ, there is no true meaning to Christmas. I urge you today to put your faith and hope in the Christ of Christmas.2021-12-1402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThe Fight is On #59Men who place themselves against God do not prevail, but a wise man will hold a claim to the Lord’s side and stop opposing a God that is all-knowing.2021-12-0802 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollPleading for Deliverance #58Being on God’s side brings true wisdom, and those that fight against His sovereign power are considered fools.2021-12-0202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollO Give Thanks #50God wills our being thankful in all things because thankfulness is the ultimate expression of love.2021-11-2502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThe Hatred of Haman #57Do we desire circumstances that would harm or injure someone? Are we angry enough to plot something against them?2021-11-1602 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollPride Brings You Down #56Are there areas in your life that you are tempted to become arrogant or prideful? 2021-11-0902 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollSeeking Self-Satisfaction? #55As Christians, we are admonished to pursue the things above, where Christ is, and not the pleasures and self-satisfaction of this world.2021-10-2702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollSeeking Self-Satisfaction? #55As Christians, we are admonished to pursue the things above, where Christ is, and not the pleasures and self-satisfaction of this world. 2021-10-1802 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollArrogance and Anger #54The sin of arrogance is inevitable in those who do not know Christ, but to the believer, the sin of pride can be forgiven as one repents of their sin.2021-10-1202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollGod's In Control #53Who best can fashion and establish your life to His honor and glory?2021-10-0202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollIn Times of Distress #52In a crisis, how would you say you typically respond?2021-09-2802 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThe Lord Our Peace #51The only way to keep from worry and fear is to trust in the Lord.2021-09-2002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollTo Bow or Not to Bow #49God has a plan for our lives, and nothing that Satan does will alter His purpose for us. We must trust Him at His Word and know that He is in control of all situations.2021-09-1502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollHis Providential Care #48The pieces of the puzzle are starting to fit together, and we see God’s providential care of Esther and Mordecai working to their benefit.2021-09-0602 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollA Life Changed Forever #47Have you ever thought about how one event could change your life forever?2021-09-0102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWho Shall Separate Us? #46Nothing will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord (Romans 8:35-39).2021-08-2402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollRefuse the King? #45In the third year of King Ahasuerus’ reign, he gave a feast, and requested the presence of Queen Vashti.2021-08-1702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollA Royal Banquet #44The book of Esther: God’s character and attributes are revealed in His eternal purpose and plan for Israel, and moves in His providential care for the eternal benefit of His people.2021-08-1102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollMy Little Children #43John’s book is written with tenderness and a loving desire to demonstrate a real joy in fellowship with one another and with Christ.2021-08-0302 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWhat Is True Friendship? #42Human beings have a deep longing for acceptance and fellowship with fellow human beings, but as wonderful as human relationships are, they are never perfect in this world.2021-07-2702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollTeaching Your Children (part 2) #41Training children is not an easy task, but it is gratifying. We are instructed to train up children in the “nurture and admonition of the Lord.”2021-07-2002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollTeaching Your Children #40The book of Proverbs is a practical guide for mothers and fathers to be able to impart to their children God’s wisdom.2021-07-1402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollAn Investment for Life #39Homeschooling is a richly rewarding, positive way to invest in a child’s life.2021-07-0502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollDwelling in the Secret Place of God #38The Word of God teaches us that we are to abide in Christ (John 15). To abide means to be in a state of spiritual rest, regardless of outward circumstances. 2021-06-2502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollDo You Resolve Conflicts by Yelling? #37Are you a yeller? Do you yell when you’re frustrated with your children, things, or problems?2021-06-1802 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollPutting off Anger #36Anger and pride are mentioned in the same context in Scripture almost invariably. The Bible teaches us that fighting, arguing, and anger always stem from pride and self-centeredness. Love and forgiveness, by contrast, come from self-denial, from a heart that is submissive to God’s authority.2021-06-1102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollResponding in Anger #35Overcoming a temper, or anger is not at all accomplished overnight. As a child, I didn’t know how to respond to my brother’s explosive and obsessive behavior.2021-06-0502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollNo Confidence in the Flesh #34Paul encourages the Philippians to worship God and have no confidence in their flesh. I pray that you truly know Christ and are living the Christian life by faith.2021-05-3102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollDraw From My WellThe woman at the well had been thirstier than she realized, and she went away from that well with her spiritual cup full and running over.2021-05-2102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollTesting Our FaithThe assurance that Christ renews our strength day by day contributes to an absolute dependence upon Him.2021-05-1002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollPrecious in His SightEvery precious child is a gift from God and is a miraculous privilege to behold. A new life in Christ and a newborn baby are the most wonderful gifts that come from the heart of God.2021-05-0202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollDo Not Fear Their IntimidationScripture tells us we may suffer for righteousness' sake, and in doing so, we are blessed, and privileged to suffer for His sake.2021-04-2602 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollConsequences of SinDavid violated four of the Ten Commandments given by God in one impulsive act of sin: thou shalt not kill, thou shalt not steal, thou shalt not commit adultery, and thou shalt not covet thy neighbor’s wife.2021-04-1902 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWhy Do We Suffer?Job reminds us to trust God under all circumstances, especially when we do not understand what’s happening. “As for God, His way is perfect” (Psalm 18:30). Because God’s ways are “perfect,” we can trust whatever He does––and whatever He allows––to also be perfect.2021-04-1202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWhat Is the Secret to Contentment?The Bible identifies contentment as a virtue and a command. We are not sufficient in and of ourselves to claim anything as coming from us, but our sufficiency is from God (2 Corinthians 3:5).2021-04-0502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWill I Be Afraid?It’s easy to fear man when we do not allow God to strengthen us during times of adversity and tremendous heartache.2021-03-2902 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollGiving Thanks AlwaysGiving thanks is a good thing and is a foundational part of our faith and trust in Christ.2021-03-2102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollDisheartened, Discouraged, and DistressedThe word distress means extreme anxiety, sorrow, and pain. David, in Psalm 31:10, says, “My strength has failed me because of my iniquity.”2021-03-1402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThe Kiss and BetrayalJudas’ kiss is described in Matthew 26:49.2021-03-0702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWhen You Lose EverythingHow does God's grace help us when we lose everything? 2021-02-0402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollBeing Warned of GodWe must keep in mind that God is more powerful than any plan that Satan may have or had to destroy Jesus. He is sovereign over the universe and His Word is trustworthy.2020-12-2502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWho's Missing ChristmasThere are many ways to miss Christmas, but the greatest of these is unbelief. His name, IMMANUEL, means, “GOD WITH US” which describes who He is and distinguishes Him above all others (Matthew 1:23).2020-12-1802 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollChristmas DepressionDon’t let Christmas bring anything but joy and gladness to your soul. Set your affections on the things above, and allow your mind to ponder the glorious gospel of Christ— who is your life (Colossians 3:2-4).2020-12-1102 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWith His Strength in My HeartHave you looked for other things to comfort your soul and found that they are empty and meaningless?2020-10-1002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollBroken for His GloryYour brokenness may be the very thing God will use to bring about humility.
2020-05-2202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollA Love StoryThis wonderful story of love has only one outstanding message––REDEMPTION!2020-02-0702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThe Depth of LoveThank You for a love that will never let me go. Continued story of Ruth.2020-02-0702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollA Heart of BitternessHow do you handle bitterness? The story of Ruth.2020-02-0602 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollFavored in His SightRuth discovers how God provides for those who put their trust in Him.2020-02-0502 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThe Heart of the Kinsman-RedeemerWe can know and experience God’s abounding love for us. Continued story of Ruth.2020-02-0402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollResting at His FeetWhat a beautiful picture of Christ. The continuing story of Ruth.2020-02-0302 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollRedeeming GraceProclaim with Job, “I know that my Redeemer lives."2020-02-0202 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollNew Grace for a New YearEncouraging truths from Romans 12:2. 2020-01-0402 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollHolding On To GrudgesIf we carry a grudge, what does that mean?2019-12-2802 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollA Reflection of Christmas PastPerhaps you’ve struggled in times of deep despair, remember these words, “God is not dead, nor does He sleep.” Trusting God with all things will give you the hope and peace you desire (Romans 15:13).2019-12-2702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThanksgivingMay we be filled with thankfulness for all that the Lord has done.2019-11-2302 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollWaiting PatientlyWaiting patiently: "is the willingness to put up with waiting, pain, troubles, or hurts; calm endurance without complaining or losing self-control.”2019-10-1802 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollThe Crucifixion of ChristThe crucifixion of Christ is the high point of redemptive history.2019-04-1902 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollGod's WisdomGod is infinite (limitless) in wisdom and knowledge.2018-03-1002 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollA Cherished PossessionWe can indulge ourselves in His magnificent love–––an immense benefit of our so great salvation.2018-02-2302 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollHypocrisy: A Dire DeceptionWhat is a hypocrite? The dictionary describes a hypocrite as “a person who puts on a false appearance of virtue or religion.2017-03-1702 minDiscovering Grace with Dianna CarrollKnowing Your EnemyAddiction is something that wreaks havoc in the lives of people.2015-01-1602 min