最佳Meg Thomas播客 (2024)

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Feel Invisible? Overcoming Insecurity with Kelly & Jimmy Needham 27:49

1h ago27:49

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Ever feel invisible? Kelly and Jimmy Needham offer hope and encouragement for overcoming insecurity and living a purposeful life. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Kelly & Jimmy Needham and catch more of their thoughts at jimmyandkelly.com. You can also find Kelly's book, Friendish, there as well as other resources. Find Jimmy on social media "…

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Purposefooled: Kelly & Jimmy Needham 28:48

22h ago28:48

28:48

Exhausted from chasing dreams? Striving to be extraordinary? Kelly and Jimmy Needham have good news for your ordinary days. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Kelly & Jimmy Needham and catch more of their thoughts at jimmyandkelly.com. You can also find Kelly's book, Friendish, there as well as other resources. Find Jimmy on social media "@jimmy…

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Creating Life from Art, with Catherine Lacey 58:12

2h ago58:12

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We recently welcomed Catherine Lacey to the bookshop to discuss her vertiginous latest novel Biography of X. Ostensibly the quest of a journalist, C.M. Lucca, to discover more about the life of her late wife—an artist who went by many names, but who she knew only as X—it quickly becomes clear that, in Biography of X, it’s not just one life being ca…

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Child in Crisis: Rechab & Brittany Gray 26:19

2d ago26:19

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Facing a child in crisis? Rechab and Brittany Gray recount their experience with their daughter's sickle cell disease, and offer encouragement and prayers for parents going through hard times. Show Notes and Resources Find Rechab on other episodes on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. Catch more of Rechab's thoughts on Insta. Check out his article on …

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#271 Homeschool Help 13:51

2d ago13:51

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I am always trying to give as much help as possible to my amazing homeschool families. In this episode, I talk about the 30 days to ease into homeschooling, and a free class I'll be teaching where I will really dive in to helping you create a super successful homeschool. Register for the free class HERE.…

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Ne'er Duke Well by Alexandra Vasti 27:39

3d ago27:39

27:39

Alexandra Vasti's first full-length novel is here and we stan it almost as hard as Peter stans Selina.

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WWJD in Your Neighborhood: Rechab & Brittany Gray 31:00

3d ago31:00

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Want to be like Jesus in your neighborhood? Rechab and Brittany Gray give practical ideas on unhurried hospitality. Show Notes and Resources Find Rechab on other episodes on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. Catch more of Rechab's thoughts on Insta. Check out his article on TGC How My Grandma Can Help You Be a Better Christian. This week, for a donat…

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Unity in Diversity in the Church: Rechab & Brittany Gray 31:57

17h ago31:57

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Rechab Gray is no stranger to racial prejudice. But loving the church, he and his wife, Brittany, offer tangible ideas to embrace diversity. Show Notes and Resources Find Rechab on other episodes on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. Catch more of Rechab's thoughts on Insta. Check out his article on TGC How My Grandma Can Help You Be a Better Christia…

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Trope Talk: Sunshine/Grump with Eloisa James 46:38

6d ago46:38

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We asked Eloisa James to join us for a discussion of one of the tropes in her new book, and she said yes! We touch on so many topics, but it was fascinating to get an author's take on how romance evolves with the times. Thank you, Elosia!

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Fourth Time's the Charm for Phoebe Seltzer on the Cohos Trail -#231 32:12

7d ago32:12

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This week we’re taking a trip to the land of mud, moose, and rocks in northern New Hampshire where Phoebe Seltzer set the supported FKT on the 170-mile Cohos Trail in 3 days, 10 hours. The southern terminus of the Cohos Trail is located at Crawford Notch in the heart of the uber-popular White Mountains. From there it quickly leaves the busier backc…

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Embryo Adoption & Infertility: Nana and Eric Dolce 30:32

7d ago30:32

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Infertility, foster care adoption, and embryo adoption: Nana and Eric Dolce's path to a family involves all three—listen in for inspiration and hope. Show Notes and Resources Sign up to get the devotional series by Nana Dolce called Where is God When Life Doesn't Make Sense? For more episodes featuring Nana Dolce, click here. Learn more about Embry…

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Unwanted to Unforgettable (Ruth's Story): Nana Dolce 26:13

8d ago26:13

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Have you ever felt unwelcomed or unwanted? That's where Ruth's story begins: as an outsider. But that's not where God leaves her. Hear more with Nana Dolce. Show Notes and Resources Sign up to get the devotional series by Nana Dolce called Where is God When Life Doesn't Make Sense? Listen to The Seed of the Woman Part [Series?] 1 Learn more about N…

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Paul Murray on The Bee Sting 1:05:31

8d ago1:05:31

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Set in small-town, post-crash Ireland, The Bee Sting follows the Barnes family—Dickie, Imelda, Cass and PJ—as the fabric of their lives first frays at the edges, then begins to unravel completely. The Barnes’ are endearing, and complex, and funny, and infuriating… In short, one of the most realistic and memorable portrayals of a family you’ll find …

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Wrestling with Bitterness (Naomi & Ruth): Nana Dolce 28:51

9d ago28:51

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Wrestling with bitterness after loss? Naomi did. But God was at work. Nana Dolce uncovers timeless truths about God from the book of Ruth. Show Notes and Resources Sign up to get the devotional series by Nana Dolce called Where is God When Life Doesn't Make Sense? Listen to The Seed of the Woman Part [Series?] 1 Learn more about Nana Dolce on her w…

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#270 5 Arguments Against Homeschooling 26:05

9d ago26:05

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I recently read an article that was 5 arguments against homeschooling. I thought the arguments were concerns that I have heard frequently, so I decided to go through each of the arguments and give my thoughts on them. You are going to want to check out this episode.

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Placed for a Purpose (The Book of Esther): Nana Dolce 29:08

10d ago29:08

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Ever felt powerless in overwhelming circumstances? Nana Dolce displays God's amazing providence through one courageous woman in the book of Esther. how Notes and Resources Sign up to get the devotional series by Nana Dolce called Where is God When Life Doesn't Make Sense? Listen to The Seed of the Woman Part [Series?] 1 Learn more about Nana Dolce …

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My Word as Vorkosigan: Winterfair Gifts and Flowers of Vashnoi 58:44

11d ago58:44

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Meg and Alex have paired the Ekaterin Vorkosigan novellas, and they are definitely Ekaterin defenders.

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The Seed of the Woman, Esther: Nana Dolce 26:37

11d ago26:37

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People have a lot to say about women in the Bible. But what's true? For one, their narratives, like all of Scripture, point to Jesus. In her book, The Seed of the Woman, Nana Dolce highlights thirty women, from Eve to Mary, and how God uses their stories to point to Jesus. point to Jesus. Show Notes and Resources Sign up to get the devotional serie…

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On a Midsummer Night by Liana De La Rosa 19:30

14d ago19:30

19:30

We both had expectations for this seasonally-appropriate novella, which was probably a mistake.

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Adoption—the Sacred and the Sorrows: Gary Chapman and Laurel Shaler 27:46

14d ago27:46

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There's no manual for adoptive parenting. There's no step-by-step plan to prevent adoption trauma and guarantee beautiful, healthy attachments with no hiccups. Join Dave and Ann Wilson in part 2 of their conversation with Drs. Gary Chapman and Laurel Shaler about the complexities of adoption and the importance of communicating love in their unique …

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Loving Adopted Children Well: Gary Chapman and Laurel Shaler 31:41

15d ago31:41

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Adoption is beautiful—and comes with unique challenges. How do you love your adopted child(ren) well admist hardships? Hosts Dave and Ann Wilson welcome Drs. Gary Chapman and Laurel Shaler to discuss how to apply the '5 love languages' to adoptive families. Show Notes and Resources Learn more from Dr. Gary Chapman at 5lovelanguages.com, or on Insta…

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Should You Try To Be 'Perfect?' David & Meg Robbins 29:39

16d ago29:39

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Harder, faster, better, stronger.' Are you constantly striving to be better? Perfect? David and Meg Robbins share their growth from perfectionism to grace. Show Notes and Resources Want to hear more episodes with David and Meg? Listen here! Don't miss out on the "Weekend to Remember" events happening nationwide! This week, for a donation of any siz…

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#269 Marriage Tips 20:44

16d ago20:44

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Today is a very special day at our house. My son is getting married!! Also, next week my husband and I will be celebrating our 24th wedding anniversary. Because babies grow up and homeschooling doesn't last forever, I thought it would be great to share some ideas with you on how to make sure you are building a strong relationship with your spouse.…

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Perfectionism and Your Marriage: Faith Chang 38:21

17d ago38:21

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Is perfectionism impacting your marriage? Your parenting? Listen to part 2 of Faith Chang's conversation with Dave and Ann Wilson on perfectionism's impact on your family — and practical ways to find grace and peace in imperfection. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Faith Chang and catch more of her thoughts at keepingheart.com. Find her on soc…

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When the Earl Desired Me by Lydia Lloyd 27:37

17d ago27:37

27:37

To be honest, we were both nervous about this book, but Lydia Lloyd stunned us both in the best way possible. Fake rakes are our favorite rakes, and this is a second chance romance we can both get behind.

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Is Perfectionism Stealing Your Peace? Faith Chang 29:57

18d ago29:57

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Struggling with perfectionism and anxiety in your relationship with God? The peace God offers can feel elusive. Join Faith Chang and hosts Dave and Ann Wilson for a discussion on how to recognize perfectionism, its spiritual impact, and how to move towards God's peace and freedom. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Faith Chang and catch more of …

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The Undermining of Twyla and Frank by Megan Bannen 27:24

21d ago27:24

27:24

Ok real talk, this book was inevitably going to suffer by comparison to "The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy" becuase that book was surprising and perfection. It it fair? no. Did we appreciate the risks taken? yes. Are we ready for Rosie? Yes.

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Jessica Johnson and Cryptic Tackle Toiyabe Crest -#230 16:05

21d ago16:05

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In today’s episode we’re traveling to remote Nevada to travel the crest of the Toiyabe National Forest with Jessica Johnson and Cryptic. This non-binary team established a stout unsupported time on this roughly 65-mile long trail through classic basin and range terrain. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930’s, this National Recreatio…

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Overcoming Childhood Trauma: Jim Ramos and Ron Deal 27:53

21d ago27:53

27:53

How does childhood trauma echo in our adult lives? When an adult's parents got divorced, it can still impact them decades later— from their relationship with stepparents, to blended family dynamics, and ongoing healing. Jim Ramos, founder of the men's ministry "Men in the Arena," describes his challenging upbringing. Listen in for hope in navigatin…

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Intellectual Disability? Welcome to The Feast: Jill & Paul Miller 29:56

22d ago29:56

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Jesus invites those with intellectual disability to meet Him in His Word. But churches aren't always as equipped to lay out a feast for them, as they are for those without obvious disabilities. Paul and Jill Miller's journey with their daughter, Kim, led to creating interactive Bible studies for individuals with disabilities. Join hosts Dave and An…

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Claire Kilroy on Parenting under the Patriarchy 54:57

22d ago54:57

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A woman tells her son about his early life. About the months and years that he will by now have forgotten. When he was a baby, then a toddler, and when she was going into battle every day. For him first, and only then for herself. It’s a battle fought on many fronts. Against exhaustion, against time, against the loss of selfhood, against an increas…

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Finding Jesus on Upside Down Days: Jill and Paul Miller 27:11

23d ago27:11

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What do difficult days, disability, and donkeys have in common? They're all pathways to finding Jesus, according to Jill and Paul Miller. They joined Dave and Ann Wilson on this episode of FamilyLife Today to discuss the ups and downs of their journey -- including the joy and hardship of parenting a child with disabilities and the wonder of living …

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#268 Reflections from when I first started homeschooling 10:46

23d ago10:46

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I started homeschooling 17 years ago. I have graduated four kids, and have three kids still home with me. I recently found an old blog I had started in 2010, and it was interesting to see how our homeschool looked back then versus now. In today's podcast episode I want to share some of my reflections.…

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So You Want to Lead? Practicing Servant Leadership with Dr. Gary Chapman 27:54

24d ago27:54

27:54

So you want to lead? Dr. Gary Chapman, best-selling author of The 5 Love Languages series, believes leadership within the family must be servant leadership. How does that play out in marriage and parenting? Building upon the traits discussed in part one of this series [link to episode one], join FamilyLife Today hosts Dave and Ann Wilson for anothe…

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My Word As Vorkosigan: A Civil Campaign 1:05:08

24d ago1:05:08

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Listening to this episode had me rereading the Lord Peter Wimsey books, if you're wondering how much of the conversation is about the dedication and comedies of manners and romance. The episode is celebration that works out way better than Miles' dinner party.

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Gary Chapman: 5 Traits of a Healthy Family 26:51

25d ago26:51

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You're hungry for a strong, healthy family. What if there were a tried and true recipe—with 5-key ingredients—to get you there? In this conversation Dr. Gary Chapman, best-selling author of The 5 Love Languages® series, shares the insights and obervations he's gleaned—both from his own four-decade marriage and from years of working with families. J…

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Lost--and Finding Myself: Barbara Rainey 28:04

28d ago28:04

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Do you ever ask yourself, "What's my purpose in life?" Are you actually fulfilling your role in life? Barbara Rainey questioned who she was after leaving leadership roles at work and in a church. She shares how she was able to cope with disappointment and actually find hope. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Barbara Rainey on her website at eve…

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A Ruse of Shadows by Sherry Thomas 25:21

28d ago25:21

25:21

It's our favorite time of year: Lady Sherlock Time

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Disappointed at God: Barbara Rainey 29:27

29d ago29:27

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Ever found yourself praying earnestly, pleading with God for healing, or even questioning why a relationship hasn't been restored? Barbara Rainey faced a health scare that caused her to question her connection with God. She opens up about her disappointment with God and her journey toward healing and reconciliation. Show Notes and Resources Connect…

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Help! Someone I Love is Bitter: Stephen Viars 25:19

30d ago25:19

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Relating to a bitter person can feel exhausting, even defeating. How can you love them without losing your happiness...or sanity? Author Stephen Viars weighs in. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Stephen's church ministry at faithlafayette.org and stay connected at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org Discover the secret sauce of great marriages and…

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#267 The Biggest Obstacle 12:32

1M ago12:32

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I have often said that you cannot ruin your child's life. You are not that powerful. However, you may be their biggest obstacle. After speaking to several clients about how their childhood has impacted them as an adult, I wanted to talk about what you can do, so your child won't have to go down that same path. You are not going to want to miss this…

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Bridgerton with a Romance Novice 1:29:07

1M ago1:29:07

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We talk for.... a while about season 3 of Bridgerton.

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How to Forgive (...When Bitterness Feels Better): Stephen Viars 27:03

1M ago27:03

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What's it look like to combat bitterness when you're immersed in pain? Pastor and author Stephen Viars explores the power of lament to give voice and resolution to our deepest grief. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Stephen's church ministry at faithlafayette.org and stay connected at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org Discover the secret sauce o…

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Beating Back Bitterness: Stephen Viars 27:47

1M ago27:47

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What's it look like to combat bitterness when you're immersed in pain? Pastor and author Stephen Viars explores the power of lament to give voice and resolution to our deepest grief. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Stephen's church ministry at faithlafayette.org and stay connected at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org Discover the secret sauce o…

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