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Jacque and FriendsMusic and Metaphors: A Conversation with Isabelle ThomThis conversation with singer/songwriter Isabelle Thom is filled with wisdom, grace, inspiration and beautiful metaphors that will help us see God’s unconditional love more clearly. You will want to go to her website, read her musings and listen to her music. You will be blessed.https://www.isabellethom.com/ 2025-08-0255 minJacque and FriendsEvery Sunrise is a Chance to Try Againoday’s episode is an uplifting conversation about embracing fresh starts and new beginnings. My dear friend Diane Rodine and I discuss the importance of letting go of past disappointments in ourselves, setting realistic expectations, and making positive choices for physical, emotional, and spiritual health and strength. We share personal stories and practical thoughts to encourage us all to view each sunrise as a chance to try again and make good choices which will help us be the best version of ourselves!!!! 2025-07-091h 29Jacque and FriendsLiving a Life That HonorsWhat if the key to a more meaning and joy filled life is as simple as showing honor – to God and to the people around us? In this episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to live with honor every day, why it matters, and how it can bring more peace, purpose and joy into your life. My wonderful husband, Brian, joins me for this meaningful and inspiring conversation! I know you will be encouraged and challenged – I sure was! 2025-06-111h 09Jacque and FriendsGrateful, Grace-Filled GrievingIn this powerful episode, I’m joined by my dear friend Andrea (Foti) Phillips—someone I’ve known and loved for many years. Every time I’m with her, I leave feeling encouraged and uplifted. Today, Andrea shares her journey through the heartbreaking loss of her son Roman and how she discovered God’s grace as her “superpower.” Her story is a beautiful reminder that even in the deepest grief, we can live with hope, receive grace daily, and love those around us deeply. 2025-05-071h 02Jacque and FriendsA Lifetime of Learning...From every GenerationChad Nelson is back for a great conversation about the joy of lifelong learning. We talk specifically about what we have learned from our kids and the younger generation. This episode is filled with great stories and many valuable thoughts that hopefully will inspire us all to see life a little more clearly and enjoy the gift of each day. Chad is so funny and talking with him always makes me even happier! I am pretty sure you will really enjoy this episode. 2025-03-261h 04Jacque and FriendsKindness: The Superpower We All HaveIn this episode I welcome my wonderful husband, Brian, and our conversation about the power of kindness will inspire you! Kindness can create a ripple effect, transforming our relationships, communities, and even our own well-being. It isn’t just a nice gesture, but kindness is a powerful force that has the ability to heal, connect, and inspire. In a world that can sometimes feel overwhelming, kindness is a superpower we all have…and it’s time to use it and live it! I also begin this episode with a couple important updates about my life and our Haitian family now livin...2025-02-201h 18Jacque and FriendsDifferent by Design - Part 2In this episode we will continue our conversation about the importance of how God designed you - with great Purpose! We look into Scriptures that illustrate that we each have a purpose to fulfill, and discuss how gave us the right temperament to do it! When we know the answers to "Who am I" and "Why am I here?", we have a responsibility and privilege to live it out with intention and authenticity. Here's some online resources to help you discover your temperament.https://leadlikejesus.com/https://www.mbtionline.comhttps://www.focusonthefamily.com/2024-10-3054 minJacque and FriendsDifferent by Design - Part 1We are all so different, yet we are called to live in community and to work together to share God’s love with this world. How do we do this? The best way to begin is to realize how different we all are – each one designed by God for purpose! This is a great conversation with my friend, Sally Malchow about Temperaments, and how important it is to understand ourselves, grow stronger in our strengths and lessen our weaknesses, so we can love ourselves and others more deeply, fulfilling His purpose for our lives.After you listen you may...2024-10-2351 minJacque and FriendsSafety in Our HomesAn honest conversation about domestic abuse with Lissa Weimelt and Angie Bottema of Maria's Voice.More information on Maria's Voice at https://www.mariasvoice.org/ 2024-09-251h 05Jacque and FriendsThe Most Important, Life Changing Thing I Have Learned: I am LovedI finally know – really know deep in my heart – that God loves me unconditionally. It’s not just words, or a hope … but becoming my reality. It took me many years to realize that I can’t earn His love. I tried – but I could never be good enough, or do enough to be worthy of God’s love. He loves me as I am. He won’t love me more if I do better, or love me less when I fail. He loves me 100% - all the time…because GOD IS LOVE. I can rest in this. I can trust Him. His unco...2024-08-0755 minJacque and FriendsThe Importance of Making People Feel Special and ValuedMy guest today is wise and so much fun! Chad Nelson is hilarious! We had a meaningful and joy-filled conversation about the importance of being intentional to tell and show people how valued and special they are to us. We also discussed some practical ideas on how to easily do this. I know you’ll enjoy this conversation…I sure did! 2024-07-101h 04Jacque and FriendsLet’s Remember Mr. Rogers and His Timeless Message of Love and Kindness - Part TwoBrian and I resume our great conversation of Mr. Rogers’ legacy. We talk about some of his greatest quotes in this episode and we see again how to grow deeper in our relationships with one another by truly caring, being in the moment, listening and seeing what is most important in life. We inspired ourselves through these two conversations … to be more present and aware of the gift we all are to each other. Thanks for listening – and living out a legacy of love. 2024-06-041h 12Jacque and FriendsUnraveling the Emotions of Mother’s DayMotherhood is so beautiful, and Mother’s Day is an important day to honor our moms. However, for many people, Mother’s Day is a difficult day filled with emotional triggers that can cause sadness. My talented friend, Paulette Selvig, is going to perform a dramatic reading of a piece that includes all of the situations and emotions that Mother’s Day can bring – both beautiful and difficult. And then we talk about how to keep moving forward in hope and healing – being transformed by God’s love for each one of us. I hope our conversation will inspire us...2024-05-0951 minJacque and FriendsLet’s Remember Mr. Rogers and His Timeless Message of Love and KindnessDid you, or your children, grow up being Mr. Rogers friend and neighbor? He was a source of compassion and learning, and an advocate for the beauty and value of children. Do you remember him saying, “I like you just the way you are.” He was accepting and encouraging and oh so patient. My husband, Brian, is one of his biggest fans so in this episode we will discuss all that he stood for and taught us. His message is more timely now that ever. 2024-04-2559 minJacque and FriendsLaughter: Making a Joyful Noise In this joy filled conversation with my friend, Michelle Thielen, I think you will be inspired to add more joy and laughter into your daily life!! We talk about the many ways laughter makes us healthier physically, emotionally and relationally. And, we came up with several keys and practical ideas to help us live lighter and happier in this stress filled world.Come laugh with us! 2024-04-041h 06Jacque and FriendsSilence & Solitude – Why it is Good for Us Physically, Spiritually and RelationallyThis world is so loud and is constantly clamoring for our attention. So many distractions fill our day. It can be so exhausting. Today’s conversation is with my friend, Angie Bottema. She shares her personal experience about intentionally taking time to be quiet and still, and how much this practice has added to her life in so many ways. Science, psychology and theology are all pointing toward our need for silence…we need to pay attention! 2024-03-2158 minJacque and FriendsLiving with Chronic Pain…For When I Am Weak, Then I am Strong – Really?I know you will be inspired by this meaningful conversation with my friend Lori Johnson. She lives in pain every day of her life. Over 20% of Americans experience daily debilitating pain. Lori tells us her story, and shares what she has learned and how she is able to thrive through it all. We also talk about ways that we can better support our friends who suffer. My hope for this episode is that we will all grow in compassion for those who live in pain, and that people who live with pain will be encouraged. 2024-03-061h 24Jacque and FriendsIt is February – The LOVE Month!We're talking about love from a few directions: first we'll discuss that great book "The Five Love Languages". We can love the people in our lives even better! My niece and friend, Kristi Peterson is with me today. She is one of the most loving people I know and the perfect friend to have this conversation with. Last year Kristi almost died, spent 51 days in the hospital, and also lost her marriage of 13 years. She tells us about her journey and how God is helping her to respond, recover and thrive.If you want to know your love l...2024-02-241h 14Jacque and FriendsIt is February – The LOVE Month!We're talking about love from a few directions: first we'll discuss that great book "The Five Love Languages". We can love the people in our lives even better! My niece and friend, Kristi Peterson is with me today. She is one of the most loving people I know and the perfect friend to have this conversation with. Last year Kristi almost died, spent 51 days in the hospital, and also lost her marriage of 13 years. She tells us about her journey and how God is helping her to respond, recover and thrive.If you want to know your love l...2024-02-2245 minJacque and FriendsLet's Begin the Conversation... Why it’s Healthy to Talk About DeathThis is a meaningful episode, and we even had a few laughs as we recorded it. When I consider my mortality – and those whom I love - I want to love them with more depth and purpose. I want to make good choices, and live my life the best I can. My Zumba sister and walking partner, Sharon Hancock, joined me for this episode. She is a Care Transition Coordinator and helps so many people through end of life decisions. We discussed many practical aspects of this topic and shared personal stories. I know this is a hard topic, but I...2024-01-3159 minJacque and FriendsIdeas, Hacks, and Inspirations to Simplify and Thrive in 2024This is a great opportunity to turn the page on a new year. Let’s add some simplicity, and new ideas of ways to do things into this year so we have more time to do all the great things we want to do, and have more time to be with the wonderful people we love! My daughter-in-law, Jessica and I had a great conversation and shared oddles of ideas that you may want to implement into your life. 2024-01-171h 17Jacque and FriendsLet's Say NO to Fear!!Fear steals so much from us. We give up so much energy, joy, peace, creativity, productivity, opportunity…and more! Join me for a great conversation filled with honesty, truth, answers and inspiration! My good friend Brenda Steen brings experience and encouragement to us all. 2024-01-0352 minJacque and FriendsOur Haiti Family – then and now!Four of us come together for this episode: My husband, Brian, joins me to tell our story, along with our Haitian daughters, Janice and Delivrance. We recently helped them come to America to escape the pressure and violence in Haiti caused by the gangs ruling there. These dear girls lived with our family 35 years ago, and now they are back living with us again, along with Janice’s husband, Fito, and their 4 year old daughter, Abigail. We are so blessed to be part of this beautiful story of God’s love, care, and provision! 2023-12-0656 minJacque and FriendsLet’s Talk About Aging – for all Ages!This episode is a very fun conversation with my dear, longtime friend, Diane Rodine! We have been friends through many stages of life…and are enjoying these older years too! We talked of so many practical aspects of aging, share some good ideas and lots of laughs from our personal experiences! We have some thoughts for all ages – ideas for the younger to have an easier time as an elder! This episode is filled with great thoughts for all to be stronger in every way at any age! 2023-11-221h 00Jacque and FriendsBringing Joy to the ElderlySo many people are not able to get out and be part of a community…so let’s bring Jesus’ love and community to them…one person at a time. 2023-11-0840 minJacque and FriendsThe Journey of MotherhoodMy sweet daughter-in-law, Katie, has 3 beautiful children and it is so much fun to watch her being their Momma! Their life is filled with so much love and joy and fun…and lots of adventures! Listen and be inspired 2023-10-2548 minJacque and FriendsThe Title You Never WantedThis is a conversation with Linda Wismer, a dear high school friend of mine, who has been a widow for many years. She shares her story and helps us understand transitions in the stages of widowhood. We discuss how to be a blessing and encouragement to our friends who have lost their spouse. 2023-10-1152 min
Stories of Hope“Through the Years” Jacque LotherPerfect Parents and Perfect Homes don’t exist, but there is a Perfect God who can give us a Future and a Hope. Some of us start the Race of Life ahead of most others but then squandered all of those Blessings. There are others of us who were kicked to the curb before the race even began. The good news is: There is Hope on every path with Jesus. 2023-10-1155 minJacque and FriendsLet's Be Who God Made us to BeWe are all created uniquely by God with a certain temperament, gifts and talents…for a special purpose. We find joy and meaning in life when we embrace who God made us to be. 2023-09-271h 04Jacque and FriendsBuilding Lasting Relationships with our Adult ChildrenBeing a Mom is the greatest privilege, and enjoying our children through every age is priceless. When our kids become adults so many new possibilities unfold as our relationship becomes friendship. We have so much to learn from each other. Penny Tucci has so many good things to say to help us bless and stay close to our adult children. 2023-09-0648 minJacque and FriendsA Conversation about CompassionThis is a conversation about the beauty and importance of being compassionate and caring women. What does compassion look like and act like? My daughter-in-law, Jessica went through a life threatening health crisis a few years ago and she shares with us what she learned through that time. 2023-09-061h 08Jacque and FriendsInheriting God's CreativityLet's think of ways to bring more creativity into our lives because being creative in every aspect of life brings joy, beauty, energy, fun and love into our days. If you think you aren't creative...please listen! You were made in God's image, and He put His creative power in each one of us! Let's use it to bless others, enjoy life and honor our Creator! Thanks Rachael Hoppe and Kathy Wiley for this great conversation. 2023-09-061h 04Jacque and FriendsWhat We've LearnedMy husband, Brian, and I have been in the ministry for 50 years! We started out young and have been so blessed to serve God and people. We have grown and changed…for the good. In this conversation we discuss the things we see differently today. 2023-09-0556 minJacque and FriendsShe Who Loves a GardenThis is a great conversation with my sweet friend Cheryl Orluck. We are talking about tending gardens- vegetables, flowers, and the garden of our hearts!! 2023-09-0550 min