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Drink from the River of DelightMeta-Cognition and Self-AwarenessIt is with great delight I release this conversation I had with Rebecca Riley, author of Deeply Rooted. She has a gift from the LORD to bring the Word, the Spirit, and counseling wisdom—she is wise beyond her years. Her passion is to help root out the sin and lies that we all carry deep within, so that we can flourish in the kingdom of God, all for His glory and honor. Healing is available in Jesus, as we learn to listen and live by faith.Find out more on her website, Substack (with podcast), or fr...2025-07-2852 min
Drink from the River of DelightGet Out of That Sinkhole!Today I interviewed Bill Faris MPC about his latest book, Climbing Purpose Mountain. Have you ever felt stuck? Are you staring down a deep, dark hole, that seems to be sucking you in? (Think Frodo in the swampy marshes!)Today’s podcast will be life-changing and life-giving. You can’t dig your way out of the sinkhole. You can’t fill in the sinkhole. You can’t even resist the sinkhole. But God can. And He will. Find out how!Give Bill a look at his website, or email him at billfari...2025-07-2157 min
Drink from the River of DelightNever Alone AgainDo you feel hopeless and alone? There is no place where God isn’t. Join Robert Cale and I for our conversation about PTSD, Veterans, and God’s redemption of seemingly hopeless situations. He teaches the message of hope, that no one is broken beyond repair. Go to Jesus to get fixed—don’t try to fix yourself first. Shout out to the man who led him to Jesus, Jeremy Stalnecker.Robert … This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit janetabadir.substack.com2025-07-141h 10
Drink from the River of DelightFrom Over-Achieving To GentlenessI sat down with Deidre Braley, poet, editor, writer, teacher, wife, and mother. She shares her journey and her heart with us in a beautiful way. Do you believe that you need to show the world that you are competent?Do you feel like you can’t keep up with the pace? Maybe you feel stuck or that you don’t have any choices. Are things “bad in your soul” right now?Tune i… This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit janetabadir.substack.com2025-07-0752 min
Drink from the River of DelightNavigating Hard Seasons Part IITune in for the second half of my conversation with Shannon Guerra. Shannon is a wonderful author, wife, mother of eight, and has walked through tough seasons by faith in God. In our last episode, she shared about a dark stretch during her adoption process, and how God brought her through. (Check out her book, Risk the Ocean.)Are you feeling stuck in a dark season? How can we trust God more? Where does courage come from?We will look at Jesus, who courageously went outside the camp to purchase our redemption and...2025-06-3019 min
Drink from the River of DelightHelp in Navigating Hard Seasons Part IAre you in a stormy season of life? Is darkness pressing in on you?Shannon Guerra shares how God was graciously guiding and orchestrating her family’s life in the midst of adoption and unknown outcomes. Read more in her book, Risk the Ocean: An Adoptive Mom’s Memoir of Sinking and Sanctification.We reference 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Mark 5:35-43, and Psalm 119:71, “It is good for me that I was afflicted, that I might learn your statues.”God is so tender and compassionate, lifting us up out of our suffering, just as He lifte...2025-06-2326 min
Drink from the River of DelightMission ImpossibleHave you fallen into the “self-help” trap? Is there an alternative?Today we will unpack our greatest need and the answer we find in Isaiah 61. When Jesus began His earthly ministry, He stood up in the synagogue in His home town and read the first few verses of Isaiah 61. Jesus knew His calling and mission, and His kingdom was entirely different from anything anyone had ever seen before. The response to His first sermon was an angry riot and His neighbors’ attempt to murder Him.I started Isaiah 61 Publishing last year in faith that G...2025-06-1622 min
Drink from the River of DelightHumble Listening Part IIIHave you ever sat down with a Christian counselor? “Aha moments” abound and burdens come off when a humble listener brings the Holy Spirit and God’s wisdom from the Bible into your situation. Bill Faris, MPC, continues our discussion on forgiveness, reconciliation, and freedom in Christ. You won’t want to miss this episode. I have experienced transformation in my life by exploring vows I made as a child which continue to affect my behavior today. Bill discusses vows and how to ensure that Jesus is your Savior, not the vow you made in the past...2025-06-0922 min
Drink from the River of DelightHumble Listening Part IIHave you ever asked yourself, “Am I enough?” Do you compare yourself to others or social media? Have you ever had self-destructive behavior or thoughts?How can we flourish in this life? If any of these questions hit you today, then you need to spend the next 30 minutes listening to this podcast with Bill Faris, MPC. We all have people in our lives that we need to forgive. Here’s a video that can help you do that. Tune in next week for the final installment of this conversation with B...2025-06-0231 min
Drink from the River of DelightHumble ListeningWhen is the last time you felt heard? Is there anyone shepherding your soul? Today, I sit down with Bill Faris, MPC, who has 25 years of experience in Christian counseling. He has a shepherd’s heart, and he shows the love and care of Jesus to his clients. Bill helps people flourish, and live in fruitfulness through faith in Jesus. Just as John 15 describes fruitful branches in connection with Jesus, the work of the Spirit, and the Father’s pruning, Bill facilitates personal growth by inspiring people’s courage to face fears and struggles. He celebr...2025-05-2623 min
Drink from the River of DelightWon't You Be My Neighbor?Independence and self-sufficiency are idols of our modern times. If you think people can live in isolation, you may need to listen in today.We need the gospel of Jesus Christ every day, especially as we attempt to live in community. Today we will look at the parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10, and answer the questions who are our neighbors, how can we live as good neighbors, and what’s in it for us? Tune in for God’s grace and welcome as He hosts us first, and adopts us into His family. Furt...2025-05-2015 min
Drink from the River of DelightDrink from the River of DelightDid you know you are in a battle every day? Are you fighting it, or are you losing it? Those are your only two options.The battle is for your allegiance, your worship, and your loyalty to Jesus. Today we discuss some strategies for this battle, and some things to remember. Transformation comes from God’s power in your life, not self-help. Let the Word of God deliver the victory and abundant hope you need today. The battle is won already, and we have victory in Christ because we are united to Him. This is...2025-05-1216 min
Drink from the River of DelightGlory and Rest in JesusWhere do you feel you belong? Is there a place where you feel welcomed, accepted, and provided for? Today we will consider the only safe place in the universe—resting in our unchanging eternal God. How can we find rest in our modern world? What is keeping us from entering into God’s safe space of rest? Have you allowed the Word of God to do some open heart surgery on you today? Listen in for the healing you need today! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this...2025-05-0515 min
Drink from the River of DelightDrink from the River of DelightWhat is your greatest treasure? Are you enjoying it right now?Our lives become unshakable when we have our greatest treasure and nothing can take it away. Today we will see that Jesus is the best treasure our hearts could ever long for, and we have Him forever. The most amazing thought is that we are His treasure. Let’s delight in Jesus together this week! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com2025-04-2813 min
Drink from the River of DelightFight Sin With the GospelWhat is your biggest problem right now? I’ll bet you didn’t say, “sin.” Today we will tackle how to fight sin with the gospel. Sin and unbelief really are the biggest problems we face as Christians. Today’s episode will give you biblical ways to fight sin and to preach to your own heart. You can also help others in this battle, and Jesus, our High Priest, is also helping and cheering us on. Victory will be ours, as we are now in Christ, and He is our conquering King!Psalm 84:11 “For the LORD...2025-04-2114 min
Drink from the River of DelightDrink from the River of DelightLoneliness and anxiety are the new epidemic in our culture. Today we discuss the solution: abundant life in community, specifically the Body of Christ. How can a group of sinners get along? How can we live out our faith in the midst of church hurt, disagreements, and conflict? Let’s unpack how the gospel changes everything, and gives us all the resources we need to have abundant life in community. We will look at Ephesians 4, and also discuss repentance, our words, and Christ our King, who is sovereign, humble, conquering, and patient. You won’t want to miss...2025-04-1416 min
Drink from the River of DelightDelight in the Fear of the LORDHow has fear been a motivator in your life? The fear of the LORD is an important biblical concept, yet it is often misunderstood. Today we discuss how the fear of the LORD can change your life, giving you confidence, and faith to believe that you are welcomed and wanted in God’s family. The fear of the LORD is the secret to a life of humility, joy, and contentment. Let’s delight in the fear in the LORD as Jesus did (Isaiah 11:2-3).If you haven’t picked up a copy of the book yet, here it is...2025-04-0715 min
Drink from the River of DelightMotivation to Drink Deeply from the RiverRewards are a great motivator for behavior change. Rewards can train a child, a dog, and our own hearts. Is it wrong to live for rewards? The Bible teaches us to live for rewards. Today we discuss what that means and how we can find motivation to live for Jesus every day. Listen in and be surprised, amazed, and motivated to enjoy the rewards we have in Christ, as you Drink from the River of Delight! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...2025-03-3114 min
Drink from the River of DelightDelight in WinningWe spend so much time and effort trying to win in life. Everyone prefers winning to losing. As Christians, we know that we ultimately win in Christ, but does that help us today in our pain and suffering? In this episode, we will learn how to be the aroma of Christ in this life, and we will marvel at Christ’s victory parade, in which we will participate someday! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com2025-03-2414 min
Drink from the River of DelightDrink from the River of DelightAre you easily offended? How do you react when your plans are thwarted? Today we will discuss the offense of the gospel of Jesus Christ, and how we can move from offense to honor. Our passages are 1 Peter 1:22-2:8, and Psalm 34. Jesus is the stone of stumbling and the rock of offense, but with faith and obedience, we can find Him to be our safe refuge and our source of honor. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir...2025-03-1714 min
Drink from the River of DelightHow to Drink from the RiverHave you ever had your best efforts blow up in your face? Do you live in dread like I do sometimes? Do you wonder if you can possibly measure up to God’s standards? Today we will study the gospel: the good news that God has for us in the Bible. First we receive salvation from God, and then we can focus our efforts on growing in humility, meekness, and the fear of the Lord. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, vi...2025-03-1013 min
Drink from the River of DelightThe Dry Riverbed of PerfectionismPerfectionism is a crushing weight that can kill. It’s so deceptive because it seems to lead us to better goals, and larger efforts to achieve and succeed, but perfectionism cannot deliver. Join me for a discussion the the roots of perfectionism and how to kill it permanently with God’s help. Drink from the River of Delight, not the dry riverbed of perfectionism. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com2025-03-0313 min
Drink from the River of DelightFind Delight in the BibleWe all build our lives on some unquestionable truth. What is that truth for you? Do you believe you have the right to question everything? Where does God fit into your life? Join me for 15 minutes and see how delightful the Bible is, and how to connect to God’s infinite power every day. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com2025-02-2414 min
Drink from the River of DelightYou are Thirstier than You KnowToday we discuss chapter one of my book, Drink from the River of Delight. How thirsty are you for God? Do you know how to drink deeply from God’s Word? Let’s dive in to joy and abundance, the infinite resources we have in Jesus! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com2025-02-1712 min
Drink from the River of DelightDrink from the River of Delight Episode 1Looking for the supernatural? Let’s explore how we connect to God through His Word! Get ready for some insights into faith, abundant grace, and the resources we have in Jesus. You are welcomed into God’s healing space in His Word. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com2025-02-1116 min
Drink from the River of DelightPodcast starting now! Drink from the River of DelightOne minute intro to my new Podcast! Alaska in the background! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com2025-02-0900 min
Drink from the River of DelightDrink from the River of DelightI had the honor of having my first book signing on January 3rd, 2025. Here is a short video from that event. My journey to become a published author has been so rewarding. I pray that all my readers will experience God’s delight and freedom through my work. It’s so wonderful to read God’s Word and hear Him speak. I hope you grab a copy of my book and the study guide and get rid of that crushing burden of perfectionism through the mighty work of Jesus Christ. This is a public episode. If you wo...2025-01-1502 min