We’re not of this world, we’re just passing through. But the sinful world affects us. So how do we navigate it?

Tune in to this episode and find biblical references and perspectives to help navigate this world.

Highlights in this episode: trust, control, loving others, burdens, our time, and the future. It’s a jam-packed episode!

What can we ask of the Lord to help us navigate life in the world we live in? And have joy while we’re here?

Hear from Bethany and Carol on navigating the world we live in, with God at the center.

References

Preaching from: Francis Chan, Vodi Bachman

John 17:15-16

Romas 12:2

Proverbs 3:5

Psalm 55:22

Revelation 21:4

Romans 12:2

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Apple Picking, Fall colors, all the things of Mn Fall! Play along with the “Would you Rather” questions of the Fall season.

Hayride or bonfire? Apple pie or pumpkin pie? So many things to choose from - Play along and see what YOUR favorites are! Then share it on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/PourOutYourJoy/

AND what would your perfect Fall day look like? Ponder with Bethany and Carol in this episode! Walk down memory lane and see what comes to mind …

Funny shares, good Fall ideas - This is a fun, Fall episode full of JOY with Bethany and Carol. Happy Fall!

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We’re talking with joy-bringer Phil Kvamme in Part 2 of 2 episodes! Phil is a retired radio personality, Sunday school storyteller, Artist, husband, and Grandfather.

Phil shares his Sunday School stories and some Storytelling tips to help make the Bible stories “real” for kids - like making a biblical timeline using rope! Hear some gut-buster stories with Phil.

How do you learn God's Word? We’re talking about learning through reading, the use of audio, and visual, and how it affects the mind.

Phil shares stories about his painting endeavors and what’s on the horizon for him. Hear a story about a $400 original painting he sold, that's sure to make you smile!

We’re also sharing thoughts on some recent, difficult events. Charlie Kirk’s death, and the anniversary of 911. We talk about being cautious when listening to the media, especially how our current technology can affect what we hear.

Tune in for a joy-filled conversation with Phil, Bethany, and Carol!

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What is Phil Kvamme up to? We’re checking in with joy-bringer Phil Kvamme in this first of two episodes. Get ready to laugh and ponder shares from this episode. It’s a gamut of topics!

Catch up with the long-time radio personality, Sunday School storyteller, and creative artist, as he shares stories and some history about places in Minnesota, like Bishop's Point on Gull Lake and the Sea of Galilee. Not to mention - Herons, Swans and Eagles - Oh My!

Quiz: What does Gull Lake in Minnesota and the Sea of Galilee have in common? Get the answer on this episode!

Cabin, cottage, camp? Fun shares about the different ‘Up North’ home lingo in different parts of the world.

Hear part 1 of this two part series with Phil Kvamme, Bethany and Carol!

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https://phillip-kvamme.pixels.com/art

Listen to our past guest episodes with joy-bringer Phil Kvamme:

https://youtu.be/VZ7Hkrx1rwM

https://youtu.be/DRw0_o_yI7Q

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We’re talking about the last two chapters in the book from Michael Reeves, “Delighting in the Trinity”, An introduction to Christian Faith.

Hear the takeaways from a book study Carol did this past summer from the insightful book. Chapters in this episode are “The Christian Life” and “Who is like our God”.

The "condition of the heart" is one of the topics discussed today. Sin is in the heart, so how do we turn from sin? How does the third person of the Trinity, the Spirit, work and help us in our walk?

Focusing on God in three persons, and a comparison of a single God versus a Triune God. Hear about God’s Holiness, Wrath, and Glory.

We also have a special focus spotlight on Charlie Kirk, and a discussion on how to live out our faith.

Tune in to Part 2!

Book: “Delighting in the Trinity” by Michael Reeves

https://www.amazon.com/Delighting-Trinity-Introduction-Christian-Faith/dp/0830839836

About the Author: Michael Reeves is the President and Professor of Theology at Union School of Theology. He is a local church minister, Director of the European Theologians Network, and speaks and teaches regularly worldwide.

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Carol shares from Michael Reeves book, “Delighting in the Trinity, An Introduction to Christian Faith."

It's a deep dive into "God in three persons" in this two-part series. The author of the book, Michael Reeves, did an incredible job of explaining God as a triune God. And how all three persons are connected.

What is the Trinity? How do we know we have a Triune God and not a solitary god? What role do each of the three persons play in creation? In salvation? What role does Love play in the Trinity?

Carol and Bethany discuss the highlights and key takeaways from the book. Hear what the Word reveals about God in three persons, Father, Son, and Spirit.

Book: “Delighting in the Trinity” by Michael Reeves

https://www.amazon.com/Delighting-Trinity-Introduction-Christian-Faith/dp/0830839836

About the Author: Michael Reeves is the President and Professor of Theology at Union School of Theology. He is a local church minister, Director of the European Theologians Network, and speaks and teaches regularly worldwide.

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We’re talking about Faithfulness from Jen Wilkin’s book: In His Image, 10 ways God calls us to reflect His character.

In this episode, Bethany shares her thoughts from the study on Faithfulness from Jen Wilkin's book, In His Image. What does God's unchanging Faithfulness look like? Carol and Bethany explore the vastness of His faithfulness.

Why do bad things happen? Have you ever given up on God? What reminders does God show us of His faithfulness to us?

Faith and weightlifting: Are you a weightlifter? Hear the correlation of lifting weights with faith and temptation.

Tune into this rich conversation about God’s Faithfulness out of Jen Wilkin’s book “In His Image”.

References

Jen Wilkin book: In His Image https://www.amazon.com/His-Image-Calls-Reflect-Character/dp/1433549875

Great is thy faithfulness song: https://youtu.be/8NQKHHNp-CI?si=tee62aBgzGkB-GSc

Scripture:

Psalm 90:2

Romans 8:28

Deuteronomy 7:9-10

Genesis 39-40

Hebrews 13:5

James 1:2-4

James 1:13

1 Corinthians 10:13

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What comes after the Beatitudes? We are talking about the Salt and Light verses from Jesus’ sermon on the mount in today's episode.

What does Salt and Light mean?

As Christians, how can we be Salty and remain Salty?

How do we shine our Light?

And how is Salt and Light tied to our identity in Christ?

Hear about the interesting uses of Salt in biblical times and how Jesus used Salt as an example in His Sermon.

Spoiler: When we are embracing a life of Salt and Light we are able to pour out our joy!

Catch the conversation with Bethany and Carol as they dive into Jesus’ message on Salt and Light.

References

Matthew 5:13-16

Romans 12:2

John 17:16

Song: This little light of mine

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