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God Be CrazyTeach me Lord to wait"Teach Me Lord to Wait"Music & Lyrics: Stuart HamblinArranged by: Gerald MooreTeach me Lord, to wait down on my knees,Till in Your own good time You answer my pleas;Teach me not to rely on what others do,But to wait in prayer for an answer from You.Teach me Lord, to wait while hearts are aflame,Let me humble my pride and call on Your name.Keep my faith renewed, my eyes on Thee,Let me be on this earth what you want...
2024-05-1523 minGod Be CrazyBy faithFaith is the substance of things hoped for; the evidence of things unseen. - Hebrews 11:1Hebrews 11 has been referred to as the "Faith Hall of Fame" as it gives many accounts of the men and women who boldly believed God and acted in faith when reason and human logic may not have supported it. Kristy and Bonnie discuss how these people were set apart and also set a great example of how we should walk by faith and not rely too much on our own understanding. Because if do not have faith, it is impossible to please G...
2024-04-1751 minGod Be CrazyThe Feely Good GospelSometimes the full truth stings and the half-truth feels good. This episode addresses the way that lies can sneak into our minds from seemingly trustworthy sources to tell us something our hearts desire to believe, even if it doesn't line up with God's Word. The lyrics from the song "Crazy About You" by Tauren Wells are discussed in light of God's truth from both the Old and New Testaments. Specifically discussed is the idea that God has never been mad at you, a declaration made in the song, but contradicted by the Bible; His wrath arises for both his...
2024-03-2049 minGod Be CrazySavage griefSometimes our world stands still when we receive news we never expected, other times we have months or years to prepare for the loss of those we love. No matter how or when loss finds its way into your life you can be sure you are never really prepared for what comes after. Grief is a process that can make people feel uncomfortable, angry, unexplainable sadness, and a host of other emotions. Although none of us want to become acquainted with it; it is inescapable. Grief will find you. The truth we should cling to as we go through...
2024-02-2144 minGod Be CrazySuffering Support-a-tashThis episode is a continuation of the previous one, "Suffering Succotash". “To live is to suffer, to survive is to find meaning in the suffering.” - Gordon AllportIt’s okay not to be okay. But sometimes that’s not the message we hear from those around us. It may not even be the message we tell ourselves. However, it is still the truth. It should be expected that we will fall apart. We all need to give ourselves and others the permission to feel and reprocess our pain. How can we best support th...
2024-01-1741 minGod Be CrazySuffering SuccotashSuffering is inevitable to some degree as long as we are living this life. If you live long enough you will be touched by tragedy and trauma. The degree to which those things affect you depend heavily on your environment, supporting community, your own innate gifts, and if you have an intimate relationship with our heavenly Father. Although we have no control over things that happen to us as we learn and grow and lean into Christ we recognize that most of us have choices now. The suffering in this life can sanctify you to Christ or separate you...
2023-12-201h 06God Be CrazyHo Ho WhoaAs we enter the holiday season we reflect on the true meaning of it all. Thanksgiving invites us to introspection and reminds us all that we have much to be grateful for. While Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus, our Savior and mediator to the Father. Far too often we find ourselves more concerned with the gifts we get than how we can be a blessing to others. Do we embody the values we profess? If we are not careful and intentional, we find ourselves fixated and concerned about less important things. No matter how your family chooses to...
2023-11-1542 minGod Be CrazyWar of the willsDiscerning the will of God requires a tried and tested relationship with Him. One way we grow with God is to wrestle with Him- to choose to pursue Him and struggle with Him, opening ourselves up to a conflict that leaves us refined. As we mature on our faith journey and grow in wisdom and understanding, we soon learn that God uses our struggles, temptations, and trials to draw us closer to Him. When we are at our weakest that is when His power is made perfect. When we cry out to Him and surrender our desires, exchanging them...
2023-11-0150 minGod Be CrazyIs your salty showing?This candid conversation about the joy and cost of following Christ will prompt you to reflect upon your life. If you could swap lives with a non-believing friend, neighbor, or co-worker, would you be able to comfortably walk in their shoes? Could you blend in or would it be uncomfortable for you or vice versa? We are called to be the salt and light of the earth, set apart. If we blend in, are we actually obeying this call? Matthew 5:13-16 “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can...
2023-10-181h 01God Be CrazyRecap & wrapAs season one wraps we look back on the journey of God Be Crazy and share the impact it has had on us. We are extremely humbled and grateful to have been on this journey with you all. Thank you for your support and for allowing us the space to grow right along with you. We definitely don’t claim to be experts on the Bible. In fact, we are simply fallible human beings who pray earnestly to do the will of God. We want to honor him with our lives and we strive to live that out. J...
2023-09-0619 minGod Be CrazyHealing me softlyChange is inevitable. Living a human life means that struggles are a likely part of your journey. We have a choice in what we do with the circumstances in our lives as well as how we handle the hard things. Healing is possible especially when you allow God’s love and wisdom to take root in your soul. This episode takes us for a stroll down memory lane as we revisit some of the traumas we discussed in episode 5 entitled “Strumming my pain with His fingers.” We are reminded that seemingly impossible things can give way to valuable lessons and in...
2023-08-231h 06God Be CrazyDoes the Bible really say that?We should all be asking ourselves regularly, “Does the Bible really say that?” Just because we hear it often does not make it true. We want to bring to your attention a few of the many common phrases or beliefs we say or hear that many believe are rooted in scripture. Our intention is to shine a light on little half truths that present themselves as gospel. We are ultimately responsible for what we believe, why we believe that, and the relationship we have cultivated with our Holy Papa. Anytime you are presented information as doctrine we implore you to s...
2023-08-0941 minGod Be CrazySet the captives free, part 1The movie “Sound of Freedom” shines a light on the darkness in our fallen world. The personal stories of sex trafficking depicted in this film hit very close to home for Kristy and Bonnie. In part one of this deeply personal and transparent episode series they share details of how this horrendous evil has impacted their lives and how God has called them to use it for His glory and others’ healing. To join the fight against sex trafficking and help others heal from the experience please consider donating to these non-profit organizations:Solomon Center (founde...
2023-07-2650 minGod Be CrazySet the captives free, part 2“When God tells you to do something, you do it.” This is a quote from Tim Ballard, played by Jim Caviezel, in the movie “Sound of Freedom”. Tim was being commissioned by God to rescue children from sex traffickers and he made a choice to act. In part two of this episode series, Kristy and Bonnie share the vision given to them for Solomon Center, a nonprofit organization they founded due to God’s prompting and guidance. Solomon Center is now accepting donations to assist with building a state-of-the-art treatment center that will offer acute, outpatient, and intens...
2023-07-2632 minGod Be CrazyCringe-worthy Bible storiesJoin us as we cruise down Cringe-worthy Blvd. In this episode we take a look at those scriptures that leave us scratching our heads and wondering what the heck we just read. If we choose to curiously seek understanding from these strange scriptures and stories, the journey will leave us with new insight and lessons we can apply to our daily lives. Scripture referenced:2 Kings 2:23-25Deut. 28:271 Samuel 5:9,121 Samuel 6:4-5Exodus 4:18-31Genesis 19Hosea 1-3For Q&A and discussion about this and other episodes, f...
2023-07-1245 minGod Be CrazyLuke, where is your Father?Our earthly fathers can influence and impact how or if we relate to our Heavenly Father. However, our parents are not God. People are flawed; God and his love are perfect. In Luke 11:9-13 Jesus teaches us that if we are asking and seeking a relationship with God, we will definitely find it. He reminds us that even flawed earthly parents know how to give their kids what they need so “how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” He speaks our language and meets us where we are. Seek him...
2023-06-2834 minGod Be CrazyLet’s talk about sex babyThe topic of sex and relationships is often a tricky subject to navigate. Whether you are a teen just entering into the dating world, a more mature adult navigating single life, a married adult, or a newly divorced/widowed adult who finds themselves walking through a new season of life this episode has something for everyone. Sex is a topic that deserves direct communication. We recognize that many people are uncomfortable discussing sex and that the topic is often met with immature antics and shame-based language. It is our desire to help facilitate an open dialog about sex as...
2023-06-141h 16God Be CrazyIt's me. Hi. I'm the problem. It's me.Throughout scripture we see numerous examples of God's power at work. Many times, such as in the story of Joshua and Achan, God acts in a manner that removes any doubt of His sovereignty. It would serve us well to take these into account and look inwardly to see if we trust fully in God’s faithfulness or if at the first sign of things looking different than expected, we crumble.The events that follow the fall of Jericho also teach us that we must earnestly pray and examine ourselves to find what may exist within us th...
2023-05-3141 minGod Be CrazyHands offIn our culture of “what makes me happy” and “how I can speak my truth”, we may find ourselves struggling to allow God to truly reign over our lives. We want to have some sense of control. We question God as to why we are in a situation or still struggling with something we already prayed about (as if praying one time should always change the outcome when we want it too). Oftentimes the truth is that we have prayed about it, but we haven't taken our hands off of it. We ask God to move but we have a death...
2023-05-1740 minGod Be CrazyThe other F wordForgiveness is a conscious, deliberate decision to release feelings of resentment, or vengeance towards a person or group of people who have harmed you regardless of whether they deserve it or not. Reconciliation is more than simply restoring friendly relations after a relational rupture has occurred. It involves rebuilding trust, moving towards connection, and fostering intimate bonds with those who hurt us. Repentance is the foundation and must be present when considering reconciliation in our relationships.Reconciliation is not required by God. However, forgiveness is a direct instruction from the Lord. I...
2023-05-0339 minGod Be CrazyWho's in charge?Your mama may have told you you can be anything you want, but that’s not entirely true. God made each one of us uniquely and he has many purposes for us. He does not always lead us on a path that uses our natural gifts and abilities. In fact, it is in God’s character to do the opposite, so that we can’t take credit for the things he does through us. God’s plan is not for you to be whatever you want. When we are serving ourselves, it’s the same as rejecting God. He asks us...
2023-04-1932 minGod Be CrazyIt ain't about the eggs, 'bout the eggs, no bunnyIt's customary in our culture to celebrate Easter by dressing in your Sunday best, heading to church with the fam, eating lunch, and hunting Easter eggs. Don't forget to leave those Easter baskets out for the littles because what is an Easter celebration without the Easter bunny leaving candy and treats? Do you know the history or origins of Easter? Do you know how or when it evolved into the traditions we uphold today? Do you know the significance of the week that led up to the crucifixion of Christ? This episode is a b...
2023-04-051h 00God Be CrazyPSA: People Suck AlotWe have all been guilty of being deplorable humans. What? You know it's true. We admit that we have both found ourselves treating other humans like they matter less than we do. We are called to be Christ-like and though we are fallible and we miss the mark more days than we would like to admit that is the calling on our lives. We will never be perfect humans but we can definitely suck less! Do nothing out of selfish ambition but rather in humility, value others above yourselves. Don't be afraid to say I'm sorry and strive to...
2023-03-2240 minGod Be CrazySucker punch & SorryAll relationships come with conflict. And the fights we have with close friends, partners, and loved ones have great potential to break us or grow us up. Anyone we let into the more vulnerable parts of ourselves has a much greater potential to harm us. But if we can learn to let the wisdom of the Holy Spirit (and some well researched therapeutic approaches) guide us through the conflict, we can learn to repair more effectively and grow in the process. Kristy and Bonnie unpack one of their sucker punch fights and share the l...
2023-03-081h 07God Be CrazyWho's in your head INSTEAD?If you believe that God is good and only good, this episode will give you much to reconsider. God allows pain and suffering for purposes we cannot fully know. Our understanding of our circumstances is limited; God’s is infinite. When we assume that we know the mind and will of God, we will find ourselves on the road to repentance. A personal relationship with God, having a heart that is close to Him, should be our primary focus. A theological relationship with God is insufficient. Experiencing God’s true nature and character will prevent us from believing lies abou...
2023-02-221h 02God Be CrazyNot your mama's trinityAs Christians we recognize the Bible as God-given revelation of His character and the purpose for His creation. One complex topic that is presented repeatedly in the text is the doctrine of the trinity. Though never named as such in scripture, the trinity plays an integral role in expressing who God is. The trinity is not a belief in three gods but rather one God in three eternal persons. There is only one God. He isn’t merely playing a role, but rather personifies each person of the Godhead. Within God’s one undivided being there is an unfolding into...
2023-02-0847 minGod Be CrazyHow do you fight your battles?Kristy and Bonnie unpack the story of Daniel and the Lions Den from Daniel 6 and realize there are a lot of adult lessons from this “children’s story”:1. take your battles to God; Daniel trusted that God alone could fight on his behalf and chose to move about his life as he had always done.2. check your feelings at the door; Daniel didn't react to his situation, but held onto faith during uncertain times. 3. don’t make unnecessary war with people; Daniel said nothing to his accusers. 4. don’t allow your ego to destroy you or others...
2023-01-2541 minGod Be CrazyDid you get your benefits package?Have you contemplated walking away from God? There are times in all of our lives when we get overwhelmed by our circumstances. Esau was just like many of us. He was more interested in what he thought he needed at the moment. He got instant gratification, but long-term earthly chaos and conflict and ultimately eternal death. We all have blessings attached to our lives. We should not allow anything to take us away from the promise that has been given to us. When we give our lives to Christ we become joint heirs with Him. Though the struggle here...
2023-01-111h 02God Be CrazyDisciples of discernmentDiscernment is a necessary attribute of spiritual maturity. Learning to know and recognize when something aligns with the word of God or his will for your life is only part of honing this gift from the Holy Spirit. As we are learning to discern God’s voice and will from our own, we will make mistakes. Effective discernment relies on our ability to sift through the information we perceive and take appropriate action. If you are truly being led by the Spirit you will act on the information He has given You! Judging what to do with the information is...
2022-12-141h 04God Be CrazyPeek-a-boo, God is accessible to youOver and over we are invited into the presence of God. He tells us He is always available. This episode reminds us that when Jesus died on the cross for us and the veil was torn, He opened a direct line of communication between us and the Creator of the world, God the Father. Through Jesus we are granted grace. We can take our needs straight to the throne. He continually invites us into a deeper relationship with Him. We invite you to sit with God, where you find Him, and ask Him to meet you where you are...
2022-11-2325 minGod Be CrazyWhat’s so good about God?There are moments in our lives where it’s nearly impossible to reconcile the goodness of God in the midst of our uncertainties, trauma, and emotional pain. When the cares of the world have engulfed us in despair and the fear and uncertainty encroach upon us we must ask ourselves what we know about the character of God. Our feelings may lead to thoughts that tell us differently, but the truth is, we have a choice, even when our world is crashing down around us. Do we sit in despair, believing lies, or choose to...
2022-11-091h 03God Be CrazyWho touched me?When desperation creeps into our life we aren't prepared for the enormous impact it has on us and the people around us. Just because we are Christians doesn't mean we are immune to trauma and pain. Hopefully, we know who to take our hurts to. We should all have a desperation to know God. Are you desperate to hear from God? Do you pursue him, chase him like you chase the things of this world? If you are struggling, know that you are loved, seen, and heard. Even though you may feel alone, trust that He is always...
2022-10-1251 minGod Be CrazyCalled to crazyGod has called ordinary people to unbelievable things since the beginning of time. Since he is the same yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8), we know that he is still doing the same right now. Just like the days of old, God equips everyone he calls with his strength for these tasks. Sometimes saying yes to God’s will looks crazy to the world around us. We find our strength not in ourselves, but in God who directs our path. For when we trade our desires and wants for his will and surrender our lives to him, all things become po...
2022-09-2837 minGod Be CrazyStuck in tha SuckWe would be lying if we were to pretend that walking in this world is easy. Sometimes there are no fairytale endings or even happy ones for that matter. Anyone who has walked this earth for long will tell you that life isn’t fair and in fact it just plain SUCKS sometimes. Unfortunately, everyone will be touched by trauma at some point in their lives. We can honestly say that we don’t know how anyone can make it through this journey without the hope of Jesus. If we try to walk in our own ways we will be s...
2022-09-1428 minGod Be CrazyDissociation Station, all aboard!The capacity of the human mind to deal with trauma is extraordinary and brilliant. God has built into us the ability to escape (even if temporary) when pain or trauma has become too much for us to bear. You may be surprised to know that not all dissociation is because of a severe trauma. Have you ever been driving and listening to the radio to realize you don’t even remember how you got to your destination? Well, you likely dissociated in the form of checking out. Don’t worry; you aren’t crazy or alone, as it is very c...
2022-08-311h 12God Be CrazyDo you give love a bad name?Ananias & Sapphira were filled with the spirit of Satan and attempted to deceive fellow believers and God, but the Holy Spirit (through Peter) exposed their true hearts and motives and massive consequences followed. This taught the early church that God will not tolerate hypocrisy or attempts to deceive the Holy Spirit. Many of God’s people today profess that they know him, but their hearts and true intentions are compromised. This serves as a timely message for the modern church: --Don’t attempt to deceive the Holy Spirit; he will not be fooled...
2022-08-1740 minGod Be CrazyCheck yourself before you wreck yourselfIn this episode the heart of God for his people, the church and bride of Christ, shines bright. He beckons us into deeper communion with him while encouraging us to take an honest assessment of our hearts and motives. He calls us to repentance and convicts us from a place of love, not wanting any of us to perish, but live forever with him. Scripture discussed: 1 Samuel 8 Amos 5:21-24 “Now by this we know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments. He who says...
2022-08-0330 minGod Be CrazyJello suits, plastic knives, and basic needsAs humans we all have basic needs- food, water, shelter, safety, comfort. Satan is cunning and seeks to persuade us that we don’t need God to meet those needs. But if you don’t understand the character and craftiness of Satan, you may not see the trap set for you. He is shrewd. However, God has supplied us with every tool necessary to stand firm when he attacks or when we allow our own sinful nature to take over. He gives us his authority as believers. We need to remember it ain’t our power; it’s His. And the...
2022-07-2036 minGod Be CrazyStrumming my pain with his fingersBonnie and Kristy discuss a personal story of betrayal and the way God strums our pain with his love. And in the midst of our pain, he asks us to show loving kindness to the ones who inflict the wounds. Song referenced: “Hesed” by Ghost Ship“Loyal” by Lauren Daigle “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12For Q&A and discussion about this and other episodes, like and follow the God Be Crazy...
2022-07-0654 minGod Be CrazyWhat is the delight of your eye?God is not afraid to use suffering to wake us up, correct us, and call us into a closer relationship with Him. We learn in Ezekiel 24 that God suddenly kills Ezekiel’s wife and that he does so with great purpose. Could God possibly do the same in your life? For Q&A and discussion about this and other episodes, like and follow the God Be Crazy podcast Facebook page.Follow us on Instagram:Http://www.instagram.com/godbecrazy Http://www.instagram.com/counselor_on_call...
2022-06-2232 minGod Be CrazyAngels and demons. Oh My! Part 1Angels and demons. Oh My! (Warning: not intended for children and young teens)You can also connect with us on Instagram:HTTPS://www.instagram.com/godbecrazyHTTPS://www.instagram.com/counselor_on_callHTTPS://www.instagram.com/kikkipenneyOr email us: godbecrazypodcast@gmail.com Trigger warning: this episode contains discussion of sexual abuse trauma. Not intended for children or young teens. Mature audiences only.
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2022-06-0845 minGod Be CrazyNot your Granny's podcastBonnie and Kristy (Kikki) have a candid conversation about sexual abuse trauma and how God reveals his love in our suffering. They share what their personal “wrestle” with God looks like as they learn to submit to His ways in spite of the flesh.James 1:2-4 “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask Go...
2022-06-0835 minGod Be CrazyAngels and demons. Oh My! Part 2The prodigal daughter returns! Redemption, visions, and truth bombs follow. For Q&A and discussion about this and other episodes, like and follow the God Be Crazy Facebook page. Connect with us on Instagram:Http://www.instagram.com/godbecrazyhttp://www.instagram.com/counselor_on_callhttp://www.instagram.com/kikkipenneyOr email us at godbecrazypodcast@gmail.com Trigger warning: this episode contains discussion of sexual abuse trauma. Not intended for children or young teens. Mature audiences only.
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