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God never intended our faith to remain shallow. This nightly prayer encourages believers to grow in spiritual maturity, prayer, wisdom, and deeper love for the Lord.

Shame is one of the most powerful and painful emotions we experience, often leaving us feeling unworthy, unseen, and disconnected from God and others. But what if both neuroscience and Scripture revealed a pathway out of shame and into healing?

In this hope-filled episode of Your Hope-Filled Perspective, I’m joined by cohost Jessica Van Roekel to unpack how shame affects the brain, body, and spirit and how God’s truth can rewire our thinking, renew our identity, and restore our relationships. If you’ve ever wrestled with feelings of not being enough, this conversation will offer both the science and biblical encouragement you need to break free from shame and embrace who God says you are.

God created you to need rest. This encouraging prayer reminds us that slowing down is not weakness — it’s trusting God to care for us while we rest in His presence.

A mother heroically jumped into a pool to rescue her young son. The woman wasted no time, not giving a second thought before she leaped into the pool. Watch the short but jaw-dropping clip of this mom diving into the pool to save her child.

There is nothing like being a parent. It’s an experience and a blessing unlike anything else on Earth. It’s easily one of the best, but at the same time, one of the most challenging and difficult things. The moment that little one enters your world, your life will forever and always be changed, for the better, in every way imaginable.

What mattered before that child’s arrival soon becomes much less important. As all parents know, priorities immediately change when that little one enters the picture. You’ll find yourself doing and thinking things you didn’t before becoming a parent. One of the things that happens, you’ve probably found, is that you become much more protective. We’d do anything possible to keep that child from experiencing hurt or pain, even putting our own lives and safety on the line.

That’s exactly what one mother did when she was faced with a frightening situation involving her child. The video posted on YouTube shows a 4-year-old who had fallen into the pool. Immediately after the child hits the water, loud, bone-chilling shrieks are heard. Moments after the little one falls into the water, the mother sprints into frame and leaps into the pool.

Thankfully, Mom reaches the young man in time before disaster strikes, lifts him out of the water and hands him to Dad, who is standing outside the pool.

The mother said that she sprang into action after seeing water splashing around and hearing the shrieks. Everything moved so quickly that she does not even remember diving into the water.

“You just can’t assume that someone else is watching your child,” she said.

Proverbs 22:6 “Train up a child in the way he should go, even when he is old, he will not be turned away from it.”

Incredible footage captured a plane colliding with a paraglider. The airborne crash sent the paraglider twirling, twisting and turning to the ground. Watch the short but jaw-dropping clip to see the moment a plane ran into the paraglider.

As we all know, a fear of heights is very common, with a lot of people desperately wanting to remain on solid ground. Of course, some people have it worse than others. A few feet off the ground, or simply using a step ladder, is entirely too high for some people to withstand, and they begin to get that familiar, uneasy feeling in the pit of their stomach. For others, even thinking about climbing up to and looking several hundred feet down is enough to cause a cold sweat.

I am a member of the no-heights club, as I am known to vehemently refuse to climb up certain step passages and trails. Looking down and seeing how far I’ve gone? That is totally and completely out of the question. Who wants to do that anyway? Do people enjoy imagining how long they’d fall if they were to make a false move here or there? No, thank you.

While I do not have a fear of flying other people, for one reason or another, perhaps it’s due to the height, do. A clip posted on YouTube shows that if you did not have a fear of flying before, you may now think twice about flying or doing any other aerial activity.

In the video, a woman is out paragliding when, seemingly out of nowhere, a small plane comes by and hits her canopy. The mid-air collision sends her toward the ground. She twists and turns all the way down until she lands hard on the ground with a thud. The video states that she fell 2,000 feet in 2 minutes.

Luckily, and amazingly, the woman survived. She only suffered a couple of cuts, scrapes and bruises.

Joshua 1:9 “Have I not given you your orders? Take heart and be strong; have no fear and do not be troubled; for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

These students prove kindness is one of life’s greatest lessons. The youngsters are learning about being kind and why it’s so incredibly important. Watch the short but heartwarming clip to hear how the practice and lessons of kindness are making a difference in these schoolchildren’s lives.

The world is a cold, cruel and downright heartless place. Everywhere we look, we can find plenty of examples of people treating one another with hatred and contempt. From the profane, hate-filled messages posted on popular social media platforms, to every television broadcast and even to high-ranking, elected governmental leaders, people treat one another horribly.

Needless to say, we have a surplus of hate, division, ruthless and callous behavior in this world. But what we have way too little of are love, kindness, empathy and compassion, and that will always be the case. It’s impossible to have too much of any of them. There will never be a point where we reach our quota or our fill of kindness and say, “Well, we’ve got enough of that, time to be awful to each other again.”

However, what would happen if we were a little kinder to one another? What would our world look like if we exhibited more patience and gave someone a little grace and mercy? How would that change things? It certainly couldn’t make things any worse, right?

In a clip posted on YouTube, a group of students is learning and being taught lessons about kindness, and what they have to say about it is pretty astonishing and jaw-dropping.

A third-grade teacher in Minnesota is not only teaching reading, writing and arithmetic, but he’s also sharing lessons about kindness, empathy and character. The teacher knows that those lessons are getting through to the kids because he’s witnessed them act them out.

“Just makes me want to be a better person,” one young lady said.

“I just want to help people out,” a second little girl added.

Ephesians 4:32 “And be kind to one another, full of pity, having forgiveness for one another, even as God in Christ had forgiveness for you.”

In deepest gratitude to our lost and fallen heroes who made the supreme sacrifice for the just cause of freedom and to their families on this 25th day of May, 2026.

"So Many Praises So Many Victories in Jesus Name!" by Bishop James Daughtry Glory to God who delivered me from enemies & haters: for they were too strong for me. He brought me into a large place; he delivered me, cause he delighted in me.

6 views Premiered Dec 15, 2023 Bible Studies in Nature EP0009 Join me in the Nancy Greene wilderness area for this Part 2 of the 4 part series on Peace. For part 1 click here: • Conditions of & Promises for, Peace & Calm Peace Part 2 - Contentment God commands = God’s promise Phil 4:11-12 We gain godliness with contentment 1 Tim 6:6-10 Things the disrupt peace Heb 13:5-6 God is our shield, He sustains us Ps 3:3-6 God’s kindness is on us Is 54:10 Promise of blessing Num 6:24-26

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In a noisy, anxious, distracted world, many people are emotionally exhausted. We worry about money, health, relationships, the future, and whether life will ever truly feel settled. This Bible study explores where lasting peace actually comes from. Part 1 focuses on God’s promises of peace, rest, trust, and comfort — and also what quietly steals our calm. Anxiety, fear, comparison, striving, craving for more, and constantly worrying about the future can leave the soul restless. Part 2 will focus more deeply on contentment. The Bible does not teach passive denial or pretending life is easy. Instead, Scripture repeatedly calls us to actively trust God even while emotions are still catching up. Peace and contentment are first a choice and direction of the heart; feelings often follow later. This study includes passages on: • Trusting God through difficulty • Letting go of anxiety and worry • Seeking peace in our relationships • Finding rest in Christ • Learning contentment • Avoiding coveting and the endless craving for “more” • Fixing our minds on what is good and true Featured Scriptures: Psalm 18, Psalm 34, Psalm 37, Psalm 62, Isaiah 26, Matthew 11, Philippians 4, 1 Peter 5, John 14, Hebrews 13, 1 Timothy 6, Numbers 6 and more. Bonus future studies: • Psalm 121 — Trusting God with the future • Psalm 91 — God our refuge and fortress If this study encouraged you, consider subscribing and sharing it with someone who may need peace and hope today. #BibleStudy #Peace #Anxiety #TrustGod #ChristianLiving #Contentment #Faith #Worry #Stress #MentalHealth

If you’ve been feeling distant from God or overwhelmed by life, this prayer offers hope and encouragement. God’s presence never leaves His children, even in difficult seasons.

God has placed gifts, talents, and purpose inside of you for a reason. This encouraging nightly prayer reminds us that even small acts of faithfulness can bless others and bring glory to God.

Tim Timmons joins Crosswalk Talk's Michael Foust to discuss the powerful true story behind I Can Only Imagine 2 and the new I Am Second film about his life and faith journey. Timmons opens up about surviving stage 4 cancer after being told he had only five years to live — and how the experience reshaped his understanding of God. He also reflects on his friendship with Bart Millard, serving the homeless and the daily ritual that keeps him focused on Jesus. 

No matter what you’ve been through, God can restore your heart and renew your life. This encouraging prayer reminds us that our failures, pain, or disappointments are never the end of the story. Through Christ, we can truly live again.

Shae Robins opens up about the moment she sensed God redirecting her Broadway dreams -- and how that unexpected turn led her into family-friendly films and faith-focused storytelling on

Great American Family. In this conversation, she shares why audiences are craving uplifting content, what it was like playing Belle in the stage production Beauty and the Beast, and how motherhood has shaped the projects she chooses. Robins also discusses her partnership with Glorify and the new devotional audio series inspired by Blessings in Disguise. Plus, she previews an upcoming sequel to A Christmas Prayer and explains why she believes Hollywood needs more “peace, goodness and faith.”

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What happens when the stories we tell ourselves end up becoming our reality?

In this episode, Jaime and Alana dive into the fascinating concept of self-fulfilling prophecies and how our internal narratives—whether positive or negative—can deeply impact our daily lives, our mindsets, and even our prayer habits. They discuss why anticipating failure often guarantees it, and how expecting God to move can open our eyes to His limitless possibilities.

Alana shares a hilarious and humbling story about mistaking the brain fog of a severe dairy intolerance for spiritual persecution while trying to memorize the Bible, reminding us of the dangers of confirmation bias and Christian superstition. Jaime shares an insightful story about her son's hockey practice, illustrating how breaking past mental limits can open the door to new achievements, and how she intentionally rewrote her own narrative about being "bad with names."

Along the way, they swap practical wisdom on the power of the words we speak over ourselves and others. From rethinking the unintentional "curses" we accidentally speak over our children at the playground to examining the widespread myth that praying for patience automatically invites tragedy, they offer a refreshing, grace-filled perspective on setting our expectations.

Whether you are battling a habit of negative self-talk, limiting God with small prayers, or simply need a gentle reminder to stop bracing for the worst, we hope this episode encourages you to rewrite your internal narratives, expect God's goodness, and boldly step into the calling He has for you.

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This uplifting prayer encourages believers to rediscover joy, wonder, and emotional refreshment through God’s goodness and love.