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My name is Zachary Thayer. This podcast is a journal documenting my life journey of telling stories, helping people with their stories, and playing a small role in God's story.
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"Heartfelt Praise: Embracing the Lord’s Love with Deborah Thayer McLain" is a solo podcast that invites listeners into a journey of spiritual discovery and affirmation. Hosted by Deborah Thayer McLain, author of the allegorical romance novels "Rescued by Love" and "Redeemed by Love," this podcast explores the depths of faith and the power of love through personal stories, reflections, and insights. Each episode seeks to uplift and inspire, offering a sanctuary of encouragement for those look ...
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Send us a text How does a simple cardboard tag become a lifeline in the midst of war? Journey with us as we step into the shoes of young Jenny, a girl evacuated during World War II, feeling the palpable fear and uncertainty of separation. We recount her gripping tale of clutching her only identification while aboard a crowded train and the overwhel…
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Send us a text What does it truly mean to love your neighbor? In this episode of Heartfelt Praise, join me, Deborah Thayer McLain, as we embark on a spiritual journey to uncover the profound teachings of love in the Bible. We begin by delving into the Ten Commandments from Exodus 20, revealing how love is not just about actions but also involves pu…
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Send us a text Can God feel loneliness? Join me, Deborah Thayer McLain, as I explore this profound question and its implications for our spiritual lives. Reflecting on my journey as an empty nester, we'll reimagine Psalm 23 through the lens of a father's tender love and care. Together, we'll uncover the depth of God's nurturing nature and how embra…
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered why sometimes the answers to our prayers seem to be a poignant "no"? Join me, Deborah Thayer McLain, on a soul-stirring journey through personal experiences and the profound messages of Psalms 34 and 91. We'll uncover the depths of God's rescuing love, illustrating how His responses guide us like a wise parent …
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Send us a text What can the incredible lives of three biblical women teach us about facing our fears and uncertainties with unwavering faith? Join Deborah Thayer McLain as she explores the powerful stories of Esther, Hannah, and Ruth, revealing how their deep trust in God transformed not only their own lives but also those around them. Reflect on P…
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Send us a text Imagine finding a way to lift yourself out of depression through the simple yet profound act of continuous praise. That’s exactly what I, Deborah Thayer McLain, discovered in my own spiritual journey, and I’m excited to share this life-changing practice with you in our latest episode of Heartfelt Praise. Anchored in the wisdom of Psa…
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Send us a text Have you ever considered whether the Lord's Prayer has become just a routine in your life? What if embracing its deeper meaning could unlock profound spiritual freedom and personal well-being? Join me, Deborah Thayer McLain, on this heartfelt episode of "Heartfelt Praise" as we dive into the transformative power of forgiveness throug…
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Send us a text What if you could transform your spiritual life by rekindling a deeper connection with God? Discover the secrets to cultivating an intimate relationship with the Lord in this episode of Heartfelt Praise with Deborah Thayer McLain. Engage your imagination as Deborah paints a vivid picture of relational love and trust, drawing parallel…
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Send us a text Have you ever felt completely cast out, battling feelings of unworthiness and desperation? Imagine being a leper in biblical times, not only suffering from a debilitating disease but also from the isolation and rejection of your entire community. In this heartfelt episode, join me, Deborah Thayer McLain, as we immerse ourselves in th…
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Send us a text When was the last time you truly stood in awe of something greater than yourself? This week on Heartfelt Praise, we delve into the profound respect, fear, and awe that we should hold for God, juxtaposed against the idolization of celebrities and public figures in our modern society. With scriptures like Philippians 2:6-8 as our guide…
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Send us a text Have you ever imagined the depth of love it takes to sacrifice your own child for someone else? Join me, Deborah Thayer McLain, on this touching episode of "Heartfelt Praise: Embracing the Lord's Love" as we explore the immense and sacrificial love of God. Reflect on personal stories of love and sacrifice alongside key scriptures suc…
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Send us a text Can you imagine a moment when you felt utterly overwhelmed, only to witness a miracle that reminded you of God's unwavering love and provision? On this heartfelt episode of "Heartfelt Praise, Embracing the Lord's Love," I share my personal testimony as a young mother experiencing a miraculous provision of groceries. This powerful sto…
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Send us a text Imagine experiencing the joy of true freedom—both spiritually and as a citizen. On this week's episode of Heartfelt Praise, I'm Deborah Thayer McLain, and I invite you to join me as we explore the profound theme of spiritual freedom. We'll reflect on America's Independence Day and draw meaningful parallels to our liberation through d…
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Send us a text What if you could experience peace instead of anxiety, even in the midst of life's storms? Join me, Deborah Thayer McLean, on this heartfelt episode of Heartfelt Praise, Embracing the Lord's Love, where I share my personal journey of grappling with anxiety and how I found hope and tranquility grounded in biblical wisdom. Through my o…
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Send us a text What if the love you've been searching for all your life has been waiting for you all along? On this heartfelt episode of "Heartfelt Praise, Embracing the Lord's Love," we explore the powerful notion of spiritual adoption. Reflecting on Romans 8:15, we delve into the parallels between earthly and heavenly adoption, emphasizing how Go…
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Send us a text What does it mean to truly be loved by God? Join me, Deborah Thayer McLain, on Heartfelt Praise as we explore the extravagant and boundless love of our Heavenly Father. In this enlightening episode, we reflect on the imagery in 1 John 3:1, envisioning God's love as a deluge, lavishly poured out upon us. We then journey through Ephesi…
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Send us a text Have you ever felt overwhelmed by life's storms and wondered where to find true refuge? Join me, Deborah Thayer McLain, on Heartfelt Praise, Embracing the Lord's Love, as we explore the profound depths of God's love and divine protection. In this episode, we promise you'll gain a fresh perspective on navigating life's challenges thro…
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Send us a text Introduction to the podcast, Heartfelt Praise. I give the goal for this podcast as a welcome to all new listeners由Deborah Thayer McLain
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I was never a rebellious teenager growing up. My problem was being boring. And that's just as bad if not worst. So today, we're gonna talk about it.
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I'm not an expert in anything. But if there's one thing I know, it's how to do nothing. So today, I'm going to teach you how to NOT live your dreams. . . . Storyteller. Wedding Filmmaker. Content Creators for the Illinois Assemblies of God. As a child I had a passion for storytelling, but the methods of doing this changed as I grew up. In elementar…
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In this week's episode, I give an update on the biggest project of my life (so far): the book about my brother Nathaniel. To keep up with my journey to TELL great stories and LIVE a great one, follow me at these places: Facebook: http://facebook.com/thayervideo IG: https://www.instagram.com/zacharydalethayer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/storiesbyz…
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In this week's episode, I take a step back to cast vision for this show and what I'm doing with my life
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In this week's episode, we discuss a tweet I sent out on Tuesday.
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The past week has been all about the cold and pro-life/pro-choice arguments. This week, I give my thoughts on the issue based on my personal experience. I would love to hear your thoughts as well. Let's be civil. :) You can learn more about my brother by watching some of my old videos about him on my YouTube Channel.…
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In this week's episode, I deal with some thoughts about PK Retreat, my Dad, and regret.
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If you're like me, you've moved around a bit. We meet many good people along our journey and it can be a struggle to keep those relationships going. How do we go about having long-distance friends? Here's what a story about what I've learned so far . . . My name is Zachary Thayer and I’m a storyteller who helps others with their story. As a child I…
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We are officially seven days into 2019. So let me ask you a question: how are you doing with your resolutions? In this week's episode, I talk about I go about accomplishing my goals and what has prevented me from going after those things in the past. If you have your own process on how to accomplish your goals, I would love to hear about it. Leave …
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Every story has a beginning.
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Today is the 3rd year anniversary of my Dad's passing, so I'm telling the story from that Tuesday night. Dedicated to my dad, Francis Thayer, and the people sat with me in the parking lot. You can watch a video about my Dad at zacharythayer.net/francis
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Hello Everyone! My name is Zachary Thayer and I'm a storyteller from Illinois. This is my podcast where I tell stories from my life and the lives of others. After a quick life update, I tell some stories about being single and finding life without "love".
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In this episode of the podcast, Cohl Callies talks about his journey of discovering his calling to be a Youth Pastor.
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In this episode, I give an update on my life while rambling about my future, the vision for myself, and what's next in my storytelling career.
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In high-school, I had an alter-ego known as Hannakesh. Who is Hannakesh? What does it have to do with being demon-possessed? In today's podcast, I tell the story. . . . To see the video of Hannakesh's return, check out zacharythayer.net/Hannakesh
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My goal behind sharing this is by being open about my insecurities, they hold less power over my life. Do you have insecurities which keep you from the life you could be living? I encourage you to share them with someone, whether it be one person or thousands. Get those things out there and let them go one day at a time.…
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While my brother, Nathaniel was in the womb, we learned something was wrong. He had a condition known as hydrocephalus, which basically means water had soaked into his brain like a sponge. There would be brain damage and he would have to undergo surgery to live. Hear how it all went down in this episode of the podcast.…
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As far back as I can remember, Nathaniel has always been around. But for two short years, I was an only child. Since I don't remember much of anything from that chapter of my life, I brought my Mom on to tell us what life was like before Nathaniel was born.
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The very first episode of the podcast
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