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The Sinner and The Saint#233 You Are So LOVEDMatthew 22:37-40Jesus said, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your passion and prayer and intelligence.’ This is the most important, the first on any list. But there is a second to set alongside it: ‘Love others as well as you love yourself.’ These two commands are pegs; everything in God’s Law and the Prophets hangs from them.”This is one of the most challenging actions Jesus calls us to take. It requires a lot of grace, humility, empathy, and love. We know we can pull it off with God, but...2025-05-3026 minThe Sinner and The SaintSpecial Episode ~ Allison's New Book is Out!Allison's new book Re-Storied ~ Open the Book of your Heart is now available on Amazon. How many Jesus stickers have you slapped on past hurts and sins to cover them up or simply move forward? Can you imagine approaching mistakes and transgressions with love and courage rather than fear and shame?Unintentionally, we sometimes use Jesus to cover up our pain or sin instead of opening our hearts and working through it with God. When we do this, we’re keeping ourselves from healing, freedom, and a deeper faith. God can rewrite the text of our...2024-11-1910 minThe Sinner and The Saint#101 Jesus and All-inclusive ResortsThis week we are hashing out a super powerful statement that changed Allison's view of her relationship with God.Can you easily accept God's grace for yourself while wondering how on earth God can tolerate others?Or perhaps you see grace differently and lavishly share God's grace with others while holding out on yourself.We're also weighing the odds of "cliff diving" and presenting our thesis on how Jesus' love is like an all inclusive resort.Either way, we're here for it!See how much God loves you?2022-09-3021 minThe Sinner and The Saint#100 Ask Us AnythingWoah!! How are we publishing our 100th episode?!It's all because of YOU!!From the hair products we use to what brings us joy, we are answering all of the questions!We even surprised each other with a few things!!You're not going to want to miss it :)Blog Post: https://www.writerspeakerwarrior.com/journal/what-legacy-do-you-want-to-leave-9-things-i-want-my-children-to-rememberAllison's Hair Products:Hair ProductsDeva Curl Frizz-Fighting Volumizing FoamSpiralicious Styling Gel by JessieCurlSkin Care:Beauty Ethics Skin Care2022-09-2331 minThe Sinner and The Saint#90 A Drama Queen, a Sad Soul, and a Pollyanna Walk into a Bar...While having lunch at a local cafe, Allison couldn't help but overhear 3 VERY specific conversations.At which table are you dining today? Table 1 ~ bitter and angry (Bitter Betty)Table 2 ~ sad, but vulnerable (Authentic Annie) or Table 3 ~ positive and joyful (Positive Polly)2022-06-1023 minThe Sinner and The Saint#83 Oh, Ye Of Little FaithIf you've had the grand illusion that we (Allison and Melissa) have it all together...you definitely want to listen to this episode!How much faith is enough?Faith like a child, mustard seed or widow's mite is ALL you need. "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness" - 2 Corinthians 12:82022-04-1525 minThe Sinner and The Saint#81 Bitter BeansGod uses everyday happenings to speak to us...even bitter coffee!How would your prayer life and relationship with God change if you brought your true authentic self to God instead of your polished "Super Christian" persona?Your cup overflows, but with what?We've all had someone's bad day spill into ours. How do we de-escalate the situation a bad situation without catching a felony? PSA: If you see Melissa in Target with a shopping cart...steer clear! 2022-04-0124 minThe Sinner and The Saint# 79 Small Stuff - How the little things we do can make a BIG impact.Storytelling how the small stuff matters and makes a BIG impact in the world. 2022-03-1822 minThe Sinner and The Saint#78 The Case of Mistaken IdentityHave you ever started a conversation with someone only to realize that they are not who you thought they were? In fact....they are a complete stranger? AWKWARD!!Today we are sharing some of our own awkward "mistaken identity" moments(Allison definitely wins the Most Awkward award this time)And talk about some identities we have adopted over the years. Do you recognize any of these?*The mom who has it altogether*The Glam Girl*Super Christian *The Bad@$SListen in as we discuss the identity traps we...2022-03-1124 minThe Sinner and The Saint#77 Loneliness Rocks!"If we're not able to be alone, we're going to be more lonely" Sherry TurkleYou know that saying - “You have to know yourself before you can be in a healthy relationship?” Well, it’s TRUE - If we can’t go deep with others our friendships, relationships, marriage will suffer or end - it even effects our relationships with GODWE NEED SOLITUDE & SILENCE . . . . It’s where we learn about ourselves, work on ourselves with God Then our relationships with others are just self serving, they are more than just a means...2022-03-0422 minThe Sinner and The Saint#76 The Raw BarA no notes, no script podcast processing current life from the world’s perspective and our Heavenly Father’s – His by the way, is far better than the worlds. Amen!Check out our social media for a pic of the starfish ! Phil 2:15-162022-02-2521 minThe Sinner and The Saint#75 Armor Up!! Modern Day Armor of God (Part 2)This week: the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit. Faith is how you start in your walk with God, by believing in Jesus. Faith is how you progress in spiritual growth. Faith is what will help you keep standing until the end, when you stand before Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith (Heb. 12:2).For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and i...2022-02-1822 minThe Sinner and The Saint#74 Armor Up!! Modern Day Armor of God (Part 1)Ephesians 6:10-18This week: Belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, and the shoes of the gospel of peace . . . But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect. 1 Pet. 3:15 (ESV – emphasis added)You can access the recording of Paul Harvey's segment here!2022-02-1123 minThe Sinner and The Saint#73 Cry Me A RiverGrieving - we suck at it! WHYYYYY?We are way too busy & STRONG to let something smear our mascara!We are terrible at grieving and it shows. The ripple effect seeps into every area of our lives.Join us as we discuss ways to process the junk life throws at us.2022-02-0426 minThe Sinner and The Saint#72 Hitting The WallHave you ever woken up one day and felt like "I can't do this ANYMORE"!?Work, parenting, marriage, church...the list goes on. You are not alone. We will all struggle throughout our lifetime with moments of doubt, hopelessness, and fear. It's what we choose to do in these situations that "makes" or "breaks" us...and trust me when I say that I have often chosen the latter.When we hit a "wall" we have options! Today we will discuss our common approaches to "hitting the wall"..."Ignoring, Fighting, or just le...2022-01-2825 minThe Sinner and The Saint#71 Loving Our People Without Losing OurselvesWe can't say no to everything, so when we are called to say "yes" how do we respond in a healthy way?- Just be there for them, be present, listen & validate- Don't try to fix it for them. Ask them if you can give them advice. - Learn that empathy can be given without taking on the feelings of the person- Small acts of kindness are great - keep it simple- Encourage professional help- Be comfortable setting healthy boundariesAND when guilt starts to creep i...2022-01-2123 minThe Sinner and The Saint#70 This Year's Checklist: No More People Pleasing, Live Fearlessly, & Don't Miss Jesus!!For God gave us a spirit not of fear, but of power, love and self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7Let's start the year off right with some ways we can step out of our people pleasing mode and fear of letting other down by avoiding these things. Do any of these qualities/actions sound familiar?Helping without being asked, saying "yes" when you wanted to say "no", doing or giving just to earn the approval of others, apologizing for everything, keeping your schedule filled to the brim, or avoiding conflictIf so, this podcast is for...2022-01-1325 minThe Sinner and The Saint# 69 How to Find Hope in the Midst of ChaosIn + For + On + To = Hope | N+4+ON+2=HopeTrusting In God + Waiting for God + Waiting on God + Praying to God = Whole Being HopePsalm 130:5-7 (CEB)I hope, Lord.My whole being hopes, and I wait for God’s promise.My whole being waits for my Lord—more than the night watch waits for morning;yes, more than the night watch waits for morning!Israel, wait for the Lord!Because faithful love is with the Lord;because great redemp...2021-12-1524 minThe Sinner and The SaintSpecial Episode: Be Your Own Kind of Beautiful with Dustin Loyd (Part Two )Everyone's got a lot to love, we just need to learn to love what we got!There are 4 main body types (rectangle, apple, hourglass, pear)To day we learn to identify which one we are and how to dress that beautiful figure God gave us!Get 20% off at Style Finder Boutique with code: Dustin 202021-12-0833 minThe Sinner and The SaintBe Your Own Kind of Beautiful with Special Guest: Dustin Loyd (Part 1)Our guest is personal stylist and fashion guru, Dustin Loyd. (He's got a little farmer in him as well) Dustin is joining us for 2 special episodes, just in time for the holiday season. Before you trudge through the stores looking for something to wear to your holiday party, LISTEN UP!In this episode he shares 8 style personalities and helps us to identify where we fall. AND he's busting the myth that everyone can wear black!! Dustin also has two special offers for our listeners!!Triangle Urban Farm - free delivery code...2021-12-0136 minThe Sinner and The Saint#68 Eating with the EnemiesThey're all coming for the holidays...Surly teenagerTiny tornado toddlerInconsiderate SpouseGrumpy GrandpaJudgy AuntPassive Aggressive MomWhat are we supposed to do with them?!According to Jesus' Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7), we are supposed to love thy enemies.Let's talk about setting boundaries around our holiday season while trying our best to love 'em like Jesus.2021-11-1724 minThe Sinner and The Saint#67 Rise Up & Take the Bull by the Horns!!RISE UP. TAKE COURAGE & DO IT.We can do hard things & we were made for such a time as this. But it's easier said than done, isn't it?If we think about things long enough, fear creeps in...fear of rejection, failure, and judgement. Before we know it we are stuck in a toxic cycle and the enemy has us sitting quietly and idly on the sidelines shaking in our boots!It's times like these that we need to remember that in Christ we are more than conquerors. Today we...2021-11-1024 minThe Sinner and The Saint#66 The Crazy TrainTurns out Ozzy Osbourne had some sense about him when he recorded Crazy Train...who knew?!Do you ever feel like you are on the crazy train?Here are a few things you can do - 1) Understand - YOU are not alone 2) Search for the root of your doubt, anger, uncertainty (control, not getting what you wanted, etc.) 3. Talk to someone & tell them you are struggling - just getting it out there is HUGE 4. Take a new approach to studying scripture (art, journal, translation, listening, etc. ) 5. Talk...2021-11-0322 minThe Sinner and The Saint#65 Screw All of You!Join us for a frank conversation about mental health, judgement, cancel culture, entitlement, and lots of other things that tick us off.Kudos to Hope Community Church on their series Inside Out. They did an incredible job addressing the taboo topic of mental health. 2021-10-2721 minThe Sinner and The Saint#64 - Confessions of a Conflicted ChristianSomedays I just want to be the hands of Jesus and slap some sense into people.Let's live like a jerk for a day! Can I get a day pass please? It's easy to love Jesus, but His people are a different story!As Christians we are held to a higher standard, yet not one of us will be perfect this side of heaven. (Insert mercy and grace here)Today we discuss things we can do to keep us grounded and out of prison. Remember, you're never too far gone for God's lov...2021-10-2022 minThe Sinner and The Saint#63 Endless Sangria and the Patience of a SaintWhat would it look like if the we all truly lived like Jesus for just one day?!We wouldn't want to flash our middle finger on the beltline and we'd have endless sangria. Not to mention, we wouldn't have to cook because..."fishes and loaves"!We would know how to create healthy boundaries, serve others, and give grace without becoming a doormat.Stick around to the end for an exciting announcement!!!2021-10-1324 minThe Sinner and The Saint# 62 Don't Be a Buzz KillWhether we realize it or not, we've all done it.It comes in all shapes and sizes and Can wreak havoc on our mental health Wreck a relationship before it even gets startedBefore long we'll be paralyzed in FEAR and insecurity, losing sight of who we are and where we're going.COMPARISON - the Thief of JOY - leads to jealousy and judgement. BUT NOT TODAY satan.In this episode we share with you a few tools to turn your comparison into a compliment and bitterness into a blessing!2021-10-0624 minThe Sinner and The Saint#61 Faith or Fear...Which one are you feeding?How do we stand firm in an unstable world? Unwavering Faith3 keys to unwavering faith:Be confident in who God is Find confidence in who God says you areKeep your eyes on GodWhen we take the time to face our fears head on and process our unhealthy habits, our relationships and interactions become less fragile.Our 4 pillars of strong leaders through the life of Joshua#1 - Tribe#2 - Humility#3 - Intimate Knowledge of God#4 - Unwavering Faith2021-09-2921 minThe Sinner and The Saint#60 Can you detect the lies of the enemy?Do you ever wish you could hear directly from God? Should you take the job? Is this move right for your family? Is this guy "the one"?God will guide us through life if we allow. But how? (Hint: If you don't know God's word, how can you detect the lies of the enemy? )Today we explore how God "speaks" to us and do a little myth busting. 3 Myths1. God only speaks to super spiritual people2. God speaks out loud3. God doesn't speak to us anymore ...2021-09-2222 minThe Sinner and The Saint# 59 Doing God’s Dirty Work"Song birds are taught to sing in the dark, and we are put into the shadow of God's hand until we learn to hear from him."We've identified 4 pillars of strong leaders through the life of Joshua. In this 4 part series, we will be diving into the life of Joshua and uncovering some gems.Today we explore the second: Humility.As God would have it, He is dragging Melissa right into the middle of a challenging situation that requires humility and grace.Part 2 of a 4 part series: Life and Leadership with Joshua.2021-09-1524 minThe Sinner and The Saint#58 The Formula for Finding True FriendshipWe've identified 4 pillars of strong leaders through the life of Joshua, we will be diving into the life of Joshua and uncovering some gems starting with the first: A Tribe. After all, you become what (& who) you surround yourself with. But, How do you find your people??We get this question from women all of the time. They feel disconnected and lonely & let's be honest...making friends can be SO HARD! Today we are breaking it down for you. Here's a quick tip: If you can't be yourself around someone...they are not...2021-09-0821 minThe Sinner and The Saint#57 I'm So Freakin' MadToday we're talking about a few of our hot buttons and the annoying people that push them.God gave us our emotions and expressing them is healthy, just as long as we don't sin in the process. So what makes you angry and how do you "let it all out"?After all JESUS WAS A REBEL! He went against the grain, challenging the religious leaders, even flipping tables and cracking whips!Whether it be rooted in fear, pride, insecurity or lack of control, we often push the ticket just a little to...2021-09-0122 minThe Sinner and The Saint# 56 - Not Your JobIf you are exhaustedunsure of next steps to take frustrated by strangers being all up in your business...THIS ONE IS FOR YOU!These days everyone feels like they have the right to know all about you, your beliefs, where you stand politically, scientifically, etc. Ummm....NO!Listen in as we chat about all of the pressure society puts on us (or we put on ourselves) and discuss ways to combat it.We also dive into finding your groove, letting go of things that are bogging you down, and...2021-08-2522 minThe Sinner and The Saint# 55 - I've Never Been This Way BeforeJoshua 3:3-4 With fall approaching we are all encountering new changes and situations with school, family and life. A new way can be scary, but don't be overwhelmed...it's just a new way and God is with you. Before you spend time trying to get ALL of your ducks in a row, take a listen.2021-08-1021 minThe Sinner and The Saint# 54 - When We are Silent, Does God Really Speak?We're back with a new season and we have learned so much during our summer of silence and scripture meditation. Today we are sharing tips on how to listen for God and the way God has been speaking to us; the cliff notes version of our summer of silence.This is a common theme in our ministry lately, to catch all that is happening subscribe to our newsletter here.https://sinnerandthesaint.com/References:Book : "When the Soul Listens" by Jan Johnson2021-08-0422 minThe Sinner and The Saint#53 - Hindsight is 2020We're wrapping up the season, but never fear...we have lots in store for you all throughout the summer and next season as well! (Giveaways, Summer Reset Resources...SO MANY THINGS!)Today we are discussing all that you shared with us when we asked the question, "What would you tell your younger self?"From parenting advice to self care, you covered all of the bases; Allison got a little teary eyed and Melissa came out swinging on a few topics.PS: Listen 'til the end for a glimpse of things to come!2021-05-2623 min
The Sinner and The SaintHindsight is 2020We're wrapping up the season, but never fear...we have lots in store for you all throughout the summer and next season as well! (Giveaways, Summer Reset Resources...SO MANY THINGS!)Today we are discussing all that you shared with us when we asked the question, "What would you tell your younger self?"From parenting advice to self care, you covered all of the bases; Allison got a little teary eyed and Melissa came out swinging on a few topics.PS: Listen 'til the end for a g...2021-05-2623 minThe Sinner and The Saint#52 - Hypocrites, Pharisees, and JudgesIf you've been around the church for more than 5 minutes, there's a good chance you've been offended by someone or something that was said or done. Good news...you're not alone.Bad news...it will probably happen again.We opened up a can of worms on social media regarding this topic and decided we should probably air out our dirty laundry on the air.Join us as we discuss some of the messages we received regarding this very sensitive topic and share some encouragement, no matter which side you're on!T...2021-05-1923 minThe Sinner and The SaintHypocrites, Pharisees, and JudgesIf you've been around the church for more than 5 minutes, there's a good chance you've been offended by someone or something that was said or done. Good news...you're not alone.Bad news...it will probably happen again.We opened up a can of worms on social media regarding this topic and decided we should probably air out our dirty laundry on the air.Join us as we discuss some of the messages we received regarding this very sensitive topic and share some e...2021-05-1923 minThe Sinner and The Saint#51 - Damned if You Do, Damned if You Don't!Mom guilt - Ruining a good night's sleep since the beginning of time :)We women play so many complex roles throughout our lives; mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend. There just isn't enough of us to go around. We feel guilty for what we should've done, what we could've done, what we did, what we didn't do...like that time I didn't pick my son up from preschool 😱Join our conversation as we chat about letting go of comparison and giving ourselves a little grace along the way. After all, we're all God's childr...2021-05-1227 minThe Sinner and The SaintDamned if You Do, Damned if You Don't!Mom guilt - Ruining a good night's sleep since the beginning of time :)We women play so many complex roles throughout our lives; mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend. There just isn't enough of us to go around. We feel guilty for what we should've done, what we could've done, what we did, what we didn't do...like that time I didn't pick my son up from preschool 😱Join our conversation as we chat about letting go of comparison and giving oursel...2021-05-1227 minThe Sinner and The SaintHurricanes, Corpses, and Cuss WordsSometimes we walk away from God and knowingly dive into sin; Other times, we are stuck in an addiction that we cannot control. How do we overcome these things? Do Christians have different standards? Can we out sin God's grace? In Jer. 51:1-5 we see the two sides of God - Vengeful & Loving all in one . . .He talks of whipping up a death-dealing hurricane to clean up Babylon, declaring it will be littered with streets of corpses and total destruction . .. . Then, in verse 5 says: As their...2021-05-0522 minThe Sinner and The Saint#50 - Hurricanes, Corpses, and Cuss WordsSometimes we walk away from God and knowingly dive into sin; Other times, we are stuck in an addiction that we cannot control. How do we overcome these things? Do Christians have different standards? Can we out sin God's grace? In Jer. 51:1-5 we see the two sides of God - Vengeful & Loving all in one . . .He talks of whipping up a death-dealing hurricane to clean up Babylon, declaring it will be littered with streets of corpses and total destruction . .. . Then, in verse 5 says: As their God, God -of-t...2021-05-0522 minThe Sinner and The SaintGot Mud?Sometimes we are called to share the "unpopular" truth, and boy does it have it's ramifications! But it's in those times that we see people's true colors. And I don't know about you, but I'd rather be stuck in the mud instead of walking with the enemy!As they say, "Never question who God removes from your life. He heard the conversations when you weren't around."Whether it’s happening now or happened in the past, what situation did yo...2021-04-2822 minThe Sinner and The Saint#49 - Got Mud?Sometimes we are called to share the "unpopular" truth, and boy does it have it's ramifications! But it's in those times that we see people's true colors. And I don't know about you, but I'd rather be stuck in the mud instead of walking with the enemy!As they say, "Never question who God removes from your life. He heard the conversations when you weren't around."Whether it’s happening now or happened in the past, what situation did you feel as if you had been left behind in the mud? Were you angry at Go...2021-04-2822 minThe Sinner and The Saint#48 - Feel The BurnCowbells, airhorns, and predict-a-pens is how we're rolling these days.Luckily, the world doesn't rest on our shoulders! WARNING: Before you "share a message from God" with someone, you must LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE! Because God deals harshly with false prophets!Also, if you've ever needed a reason to say "no"...this one's for you.2021-04-2121 minThe Sinner and The SaintFeel The BurnCowbells, airhorns, and predict-a-pens is how we're rolling these days.Luckily, the world doesn't rest on our shoulders! WARNING: Before you "share a message from God" with someone, you must LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE! Because God deals harshly with false prophets!Also, if you've ever needed a reason to say "no"...this one's for you.2021-04-2121 minThe Sinner and The SaintDebbie DownerJeremiah 20:7-10 (MSG)Is it hard for you to tell God exactly how you are feeling? Have you ever complained about what God has called you to do in your life?You are not alone! Today we discuss the fact that following God isn't all rainbows & butterflies, and share some of our own hiccups we've experienced along the way.Don't forget to go back & listen to "The Big Kahuna"!2021-04-1423 minThe Sinner and The Saint#47 - Debbie DownerJeremiah 20:7-10 (MSG)Is it hard for you to tell God exactly how you are feeling? Have you ever complained about what God has called you to do in your life?You are not alone! Today we discuss the fact that following God isn't all rainbows & butterflies, and share some of our own hiccups we've experienced along the way.Don't forget to go back & listen to "The Big Kahuna"!2021-04-1423 minThe Sinner and The SaintFiller' UpThe days are dark and long, how are we supposed to respond to a world that is spinning out of control?Today we talk about the things God laments over and how we can serve in our specific arena; guilt free, knowing God has not called us to handle everything on our own. There are so many needs; we, alone, CANNOT meet them all! Fortunately, we serve a mighty God who can. Revelation 7:17 "And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes."Bonus: An apology for all of th...2021-04-0722 minThe Sinner and The Saint#46 - Filler' UpThe days are dark and long, how are we supposed to respond to a world that is spinning out of control?Today we talk about the things God laments over and how we can serve in our specific arena; guilt free, knowing God has not called us to handle everything on our own. There are so many needs; we, alone, CANNOT meet them all! Fortunately, we serve a mighty God who can. Revelation 7:17 "And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes."Bonus: An apology for all of the bone-headed th...2021-04-0722 minThe Sinner and The SaintNear Miss1 Samuel 24 - David could have killed King Saul in the cave when he on a bathroom break, but didn’t Genesis 22 - God provided the Ram so Abraham didn’t have sacrifice his son IssacExodus 2 - After hiding Moses for 3 months and unable to hid him anymore, he is put in a papyrus basket and placed in the river to be kept safe from being killed with all the other males babies Acts 12 - we rejoice at Peter’s near miss of being executed by Herod and his deliverance, but in that same chap...2021-03-3121 minThe Sinner and The Saint#45 - Near Miss1 Samuel 24 - David could have killed King Saul in the cave when he on a bathroom break, but didn’t Genesis 22 - God provided the Ram so Abraham didn’t have sacrifice his son IssacExodus 2 - After hiding Moses for 3 months and unable to hid him anymore, he is put in a papyrus basket and placed in the river to be kept safe from being killed with all the other males babies Acts 12 - we rejoice at Peter’s near miss of being executed by Herod and his deliverance, but in that same chap...2021-03-3121 minThe Sinner and The Saint#44 - #AwkwardWhat do drunks, rebels, naked men and a talking donkey have in common? They're all found in the Bible 😎Today we discuss our awkward moments and explore some of interesting, yet awkward stories in the Bible. Noah gets drunk and naked - Genesis 9 Lot's daughters get him drunk to take advantage of him - Genesis 19 Jesus calls out his betrayer (Judas) at the Last Supper - John 13When the donkey speaks and reprimands his owner- Numbers 22 Jesus curses the fig tree - Mark 11:12-25 2021-03-2422 minThe Sinner and The Saint#AwkwardWhat do drunks, rebels, naked men and a talking donkey have in common? They're all found in the Bible 😎Today we discuss our awkward moments and explore some of interesting, yet awkward stories in the Bible. Noah gets drunk and naked - Genesis 9 Lot's daughters get him drunk to take advantage of him - Genesis 19 Jesus calls out his betrayer (Judas) at the Last Supper - John 13When the donkey speaks and reprimands his owner- Numbers 22 Jesus curses the fig tree - Mark 11:12-25 2021-03-2422 minThe Sinner and The Saint#43 - Get Over It!"You'll worry less about what people think of you when you realize how seldom they do." There are those in our lives that we need to listen to and those that are operating out of their own insecurities. How can we tell the difference? Today we talk about things we need to "get over" and the times when we need to slow down and journey through it. 2021-03-1724 minThe Sinner and The Saint#42 -Real Life and Sh**Whew...who knew that this would turn into a therapy session for Melissa? **Warning: She drops a four letter word towards the end of the episode.Today we talk about our hardest truth to accept (we chatted about these truths last week:) and Allison tells us the best place in town to get collards!! Btw...have you ever taken the time to read what God's word says about you? Below are just a few of the truths :)He adores and loves us deeply. His desire is for us to sit at His feet and...2021-03-1024 minThe Sinner and The Saint#41 - Who Am I? or Better Yet...Who Am I Not?From opinions of others to shame of our past, we spend our life carrying around unnecessary baggage; Labels thrust upon us that we eventually claim as our identity. But not anymore folks! Today we are taking out the trash!Btw...have you ever taken the time to read what God's word says about you? Below are just a few of the truths :)He adores and loves us deeply. His desire is for us to sit at His feet and come to Him.He wants to use our past experiences/stories to bring others comfort and closer to...2021-03-0322 minThe Sinner and The Saint#40 - Sunshine and Curve BallsWhat do we do when life throws us a curve ball? Job lay offs, illnesses, broken dreams...they all take their toll and leave us exhausted. Maybe they are blessings in disguise? Only time will tell. In the meantime, we'll share insights into how to manage the shake-ups of life and a few life hacks of our own!“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work wi...2021-02-2424 minThe Sinner and The Saint#39 - How do TJ Maxx, Chick-Fil-A, and Netflix relate to the Proverbs 31 Woman?In this series, we're trucking through Proverbs 31 and studying the attributes of a Proverbs 31 Woman.Honestly, just reading about her can become overwhelming and make you want to jump on one of the merchant ships and sail away into the sunset.Join us as we chat about a few ways you can apply these principles to your life!This week we find ourselves in Proverbs 31:13-15. . . Hardworking, present and Homemaking . . . Oh, my!2021-02-0324 minThe Sinner and The Saint#38 Is she really that GOOD?In this series, we're trucking through Proverbs 31 and studying the attributes of a Proverbs 31 Woman. Honestly, just reading about her can become overwhelming and make you want to jump on one of the merchant ships and sail away into the sunset.Join us as we chat about a few ways you can apply these principles to your life!This week we find ourselves in Proverbs 31:11-12 . . . She is trustworthy and good2021-01-2721 minThe Sinner and The Saint#37 - You are guac baby, you are guac!In this series, we're trucking through Proverbs 31 and studying the attributes of a Proverbs 31 Woman.Honestly, just reading about her can become overwhelming and make you want to jump on one of the merchant ships and sail away into the sunset.Join us as we chat about a few ways you can apply these principles to your life!This week we find ourselves in Proverbs 31:10. . . as precious as gems...but do we act /feel that way?2021-01-2021 minThe Sinner and The Saint#36 Lessons Learned From Bon Qui QuiA fun introduction into the Proverbs 31 woman based off a character from Anjela Johnson's comedy shows. You just never know where you will find the virtues of a Godly woman so never judge a book by its cover. 2021-01-1322 minThe Sinner and The Saint#35 Welcome 2021!Do you participate in the New Year Resolution tradition? Pick a word, make a resolution, evaluate your commitments? What does it look like for you and what are some new ways to approach it so we can skip the "failure" piece?2021-01-0621 minThe Sinner and The Saint#34 - A Wing and A PrayerLoving your children through the teen years when they are transitioning from building roots to flying and testing out their wings. 2020-12-3025 minThe Sinner and The Saint#33 Roots and WingsWhat it looks like to "stand in the gap" for our children, husband and friends. 2020-12-0222 minThe Sinner and The SaintSpecial Edition - Surviving the HolidaysOh, the holidays.A time when family comes together to share their adoration for one another. Joyfully exchanging gifts, putting all personal and political differences aside. Wait...no? That's not how your holidays roll?If you spend the holiday season praying for January 2nd to come quickly, YOU ARE NOT ALONE! While Hallmark has us longing for love, peace, and hot cocoa; the Grinch has other plans for the Holidays. Merging family traditionsFinancial Stress FatigueUnrealistic ExpectationsFamily Tensions An...2020-11-1830 minThe Sinner and The Saint#32 "Sex"pectationsSex & Marriage. . . . the inside scoop!Continuation from last week's episode. If you haven't already, check out episode #31 How to love your husband well when you really just want to ring his neck!Plus: Allison drops the ultimate Mom hack for fitting in sex during quarantine!!2020-11-1125 minThe Sinner and The Saint#31 How to Love your Husband well when you really just want to Ring his NeckIt takes a lot to keep a marriage going, today we discuss the first three of four aspects of marriage that require attention. 1. Expectations2. Communication3. Forgiveness4. Sex (Stay tuned next week for this one)2020-11-0426 minThe Sinner and The Saint#30 It's Fine, Everything is FINE!How do I find time to fit it all in . . . Bible study, prayer, meditation, volunteering2020-10-2825 minThe Sinner and The Saint#29 You Can't Out Sin God's GraceIt's never to late to come to God.We're all sinners, some of us just hide it better than others.Are you holding on to one last secret...afraid that God will never forgive you?Perhaps you've had an interaction that left you thinking,"If this is what being a Christian looks like, I'll pass!"Or maybe you are a Christian and you can't seem to get it just right.This one's for you!2020-10-2123 minThe Sinner and The Saint#28 SeasonsWhat we experience on the mountain top, valley and during rest. 2020-10-1422 minThe Sinner and The Saint#27 Even Jesus Did ItLet’s be honest. Sin is fun – for a little while, anyway. Whether it’s participating in a little gossip, making decisions without including your husband, taking that item from the office they will never miss anyway, surfing a website that is “inappropriate” or indulging in one more glass of wine that puts you over the top – it can feel good and be fun for the moment, but quickly that feeling is gone and you are left only with the shame and guilt of your actions.1 Thessalonians 5:11-25. This week we are looking at what are the last few...2020-10-0721 minThe Sinner and The Saint#26 Kick It!This week we are looking at what I’ve numbered as the 17-19 (out of 22) commandments/guidelines Paul lists on how to live our lives worthy of the gospel. 1 Thessalonians 5:11:25(17) test everything; and (18) hold fast to what it good (19) Abstain from every form of evil. (Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.) Recently, my daughter and I were doing a l...2020-09-3020 minThe Sinner and The Saint#25 True or False?Do not despise prophecies (ESV) Do not treat prophecies with contempt (NIV) don’t stifle those who have a word from the Master (MSG) 1 Thessalonians 5:20Prophecy is defined as “the foretelling or prediction of what is to come, something that is declared by a prophet, especially a divinely inspired prediction, instruction, or exhortation; a divinely inspired utterance or revelation” 2020-09-2320 minThe Sinner and The Saint#24 Thirsty?1 Thessalonians 5:11-25. This week we are looking at what I’ve numbered the15th (out of 22) commandment/guideline Paul lists on how to live our lives worthy of the gospel. (15) Do not quench the Spirit. I have pondered these five words for hours and many thoughts have rolled through my head. If we define quench and Spirit and then reread these five words it does so much to deepen our understanding. Let me throw out a few variations for you:Do not extinguish the Fountain of Life (Psalm 36:9, 87:7), Do not suppress the...2020-09-1622 minThe Sinner and The Saint#23 Feeling SaltyTaking a break from our current podcast mini-series on 1 Thessalonians 5 to tackle a great question from a listener. How do we find balance between loving like Jesus and sharing the truth of God's word? [Translation: How do we treat others kindly when we really want to smack them upside the head? ]It just so happens to pair nicely with our discussion on how to live in this crazy world as a Jesus follower. We talked a lot about being in prayer with God to know when He desires for us to speak and...2020-09-0925 minThe Sinner and The Saint#22 Blueberry or Cherry Pie?“Sometimes we are looking forward to and planning on the blueberry pie (what we want) but God is busy at work making a cherry pie (He desires and plans). Rest in knowing either outcome is very sweet, but how pleasing it must be to Him to relish that cherry pie!”(12) Rejoice always, (13) pray without ceasing, (14) give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Taken from 1 Thessalonians 5:11-252020-09-0222 minThe Sinner and The Saint# 21 Do I Really Have To Be Nice To EVERYONE?!Seriously, if I had a quarter for every time I have said, “Please treat people how you want to be treated – NOT how they treat you.” to my children, I would have enough money to dig 20 wells in Africa. You may say this as often as I do, however, my question for us today is do we live this out? And if so, how? It’s so easy to say these words until someone drives by you, blares his horn, and gives you the lift of the third finger from your pinky or thumb. “See that no one repa...2020-08-2624 minThe Sinner and The Saint#20 Wear SunscreenAnd we urge you, brothers, (6) admonish the idle, (7) encourage the fainthearted, (8) help the weak, (9) be patient with them all. 1 Thessalonians 5:11-25When it comes to dealing with the disease of distrust and sin, we can wear sunscreen (armor) to protect us from ever contracting cancer in the first place. That is what the word of God does for us. It protects our hearts and minds, keeping our attention and focus on Christ and the things of honor and praise and not of this world. His Word challenges, rebukes, trains, corrects all while a dose of...2020-08-1919 minThe Sinner and The Saint# 19 Stay In Your Lane, Karen!Can you imagine the peace this would bring to those we know and who serve us? This week, let’s consider how we can respect and love those who encourage us and teach us through the word of God. I have a list of people who have helped me grow in Christ. How about you?Therefore (1) encourage one another and (2) build one another up, just as you are doing. We ask you, brothers, to (3) respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and (4) to esteem th...2020-08-1221 minThe Sinner and The Saint#18 Be The SunshineAre you better at giving encouragement or receiving it? Both are important and can play out in different ways in our lives. Therefore (1) encourage one another and (2) build one another up, just as you are doing. We ask you, brothers, to (3) respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and (4) to esteem them very highly in love because of their work. (5) Be at peace among yourselves. And we urge you, brothers, (6) admonish the idle, (7) encourage the fainthearted, (8) help the weak, (9) be patient with them all. (10) See that n...2020-08-0522 minThe Sinner and The Saint#17 - The Big KahunaBalancing the reverence of an all-powerful God with the grace He gives. This is a deep one folks. We get tongue-tied, tears well up in our eyes, and we are deeply humbled as we discuss the deep love our God has for us. 2020-07-0123 minThe Sinner and The Saint#16 - Forgiveness Be Like . . .Why is it so difficult to forgive ourselves and others? What are the benefits & pitfalls of forgiveness?2020-06-2525 minThe Sinner and The Saint#15 - Hey, God! Is This Thing On?What do do when God goes silent. In the church, people often talk about how they feel as if they are in the desert. It's like God is social distancing from them. They aren't experiencing His presence or peace as they have in the past. In this episode, we explore the benefits of the desert. 2020-06-1722 minThe Sinner and The Saint#14 - The Golden CalfI don't have any gold statues I worship, so I know I don't have any idols . . . . that's not true. In this episode, we explore what idols are and discover that we all have them. 2020-06-0320 minThe Sinner and The Saint#13 - The Mind is a Corn MazeThe Bible warns us about our minds. To defeat the enemy, it helps to know what we are up against. The Bible tells us (or should I say warns us) that the mind is wicked, sinful, depraved, deceived, easily led astray and worldly. Check out these verses for yourself – Romans 1:28, 12:2, 7:21-23, Ephesians 4:23 and 2 Cor. 11:3. Filling your mind with the truth of who you are in Christ and what He has promised you through His scriptures. This week, I hope you will take some time to look up the following scriptures that remind us of who...2020-05-2721 minThe Sinner and The Saint#12 - Does God Really Speak to Us?What is God's whisper? Is it real and does He still talk to us like He did in the Bible?Check out the bonus material! Includes YouTube video and discussion/ journal questions. We also referenced a book written by our very own Allison Cain. Access all of her studies here!2020-05-2020 minThe Sinner and The Saint#11 - The Balancing ActWhat is balance, how do we achieve it and maintain it?Check out our bonus material on YouTube!2020-05-1222 minThe Sinner and The Saint#10 - Just Say No!Putting up healthy boundaries and learning to say no to things can be difficult. We have some great tips!Looking for more resources? Check out our YouTube channel for more material on this topic!In the podcast, Allison gives a book recommendation check it out here. 2020-05-0623 minThe Sinner and The Saint#9 - Finding Your TribeHow do you find good friends? Is it like speed dating?2020-04-2922 minThe Sinner and The Saint#8 - All By MyselfDealing with loneliness in a busy world! Check out the bonus material on our YouTube Channel! 2020-04-2221 minThe Sinner and The Saint#7 - Street Fighting with GodEver heard someone say, "I've been wrestling with God!"? What the heck does that mean anyway?Additional resources for this podcast can be found on our YouTube channel!https://youtu.be/xY7gNSmOTVg2020-04-1420 minThe Sinner and The Saint#5 - Aye Corona!We interrupt this regularly scheduled podcast for a little encouragement! 2020-04-0115 minThe Sinner and The Saint#6 - The Good, The Bad and the UglyToday we tackle one of the top questions asked by Christians and non-Christians. . . Why Do Good Things happen to Bad People?Watch the bonus video and find the discussion questions on YouTube! 2020-03-2318 minThe Sinner and The Saint#3 - Shut Your MouthThings Christians say to others that they probably should NOT, or should they?2020-03-1820 minThe Sinner and The Saint#4 - Check YourselfThings we have heard and said that we assume are in the Bible, but really aren't.2020-02-2419 minThe Sinner and The Saint#2 - I Don't Need No ChurchDo you have to go to church if you believe in God, isn't that place just full of hypocrites anyway?! 2020-02-2420 minThe Sinner and The Saint#1 - Hello WorldWho are we, where have we been, and where are we going?Allow us to introduce you to the women behind the mic, Allison Cain and Melissa Bell. This episode gives you a quick glance into our lives, where we've been, what we've learned, and where we're heading. Follow our journey each Wednesday with each new episode!Follow us!!WebsiteInstagramFacebook2020-02-2423 minThe Sinner and The SaintTrailerWelcome to The Sinner and The Saint . . . . Coming Spring 20202020-01-2401 min