Just Talking with Friends Podcast
109 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -This podcast, Just Talking with Friends, is hosted by Deb Gordon. The purpose of this podcast is to encourage and build up young women in their Christian faith.
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Who do you say that I am?
April 25, 2024 20:45 - 40 minutes - 25.8 MBJesus asks us a very important question: who do we say that he is? Deb and Natalie add a little fun to this episode by interviewing some children and asking them who Jesus is. Who we think he is will influence the course of our lives. Take a listen.
Eating Together is a Sacred Act
April 11, 2024 20:14 - 52 minutes - 31.9 MBHave you ever thought that eating together a sacred act? In this second episode of Meal Time Habits of the Messiah, Natalie and Deb explore what takes place when we eat together, and how this impacts how we relate to one another. Come, join us to see what it's like to eat with Jesus.
Meal Time Habits with the Messiah Opening
March 26, 2024 00:02 - 36 minutes - 22.3 MBCome, have some breakfast. This is Jesus' invitation as he invited his disciples to eat with him after he was resurrected. What would it be like if we invited Jesus back? Meal Time Habits of the Messiah is series Natalie Kuntz and Deb explore what we can learn by eating with Christ. Come, see what is in store.
Get Right with God
March 08, 2024 22:08 - 59 minutes - 37 MBThis is the last of our cancer themed stories, but one of the best. Meet Steve. He is a survivor of prostate cancer. He and Deb discuss how God met him in his hour of greatest need. Time is short, Steve says, get right with God.
Surviving breast cancer twice! It can be done!
February 10, 2024 15:20 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBTwo time breast cancer survivor Karen Peters shares with Deb how important advocating for oneself is so important. Karen's story is inspiring and heart warming. Take a listen and witness her story.
My Journey Through Breast Cancer continued
January 27, 2024 15:16 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBHow is God revealing to me his great and mighty work through this breast cancer journey? This is part 2 of my journey through the wilderness of breast cancer. Natalie Kuntz joins me, Deb, again today and she asks some key questions about lessons, challenges, and God's amazing love.
Journey Through Breast Cancer
January 13, 2024 15:56 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBHow do you respond when you get the diagnosis involving the c word? You know, cancer? This is part one of two episodes of the journey through breast cancer that I am going through. My friend Natalie Kuntz is back and interviewing me this time. Even though this topic is heavy, I hope you feel encouraged after you have taken a listen.
Living Forgiveness Everyday
December 04, 2023 17:00 - 53 minutes - 29.5 MBGuest Natalie Kuntz and Deb finish their series on discussing the book Forgiving What You Can't Forget by Lysa Terkeurst. They discuss that living in forgiveness is actually possible. Bonus material. Finish with someone and know that you can have freedom in forgiveness.
Dealing with Loss and Bitterness
November 27, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 34.5 MBGuest Natalie Kuntz and Deb discuss chapters 12 and 13 in the series discussing the book Forgiving What You Can't Forget by Lysa Terkeurst. Forgiveness means dealing with loss and bitterness that looms in our hearts. How do we do that and become healthier? Take a listen and find out.
Forgiving God
November 20, 2023 17:00 - 45 minutes - 25.3 MBGuest Natalie Kuntz and Deb discuss chapter 11 in Forgiving What You Can't Forget by Lysa Terkeurst. Before we forgive others, do we need to first forgive God? We talk about renovating our emotional house. What does that mean? Take a listen and find out.
Views about God and Forgiveness
November 13, 2023 17:00 - 50 minutes - 27.9 MBDeb and Natalie explore our views about God and forgiveness and take a hard look at who God is and who he isn't. This chapter challenges our thinking not to put God into a box and expect him to deliver what we want on our terms.
Setting Boundaries
November 06, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 36.4 MBDeb and Natalie tackle chapter 9 about setting boundaries in forgiveness. An honest discussion starts with identifying what boundary even needs implemented. This is a tough chapter but so necessary to help us stop the pattern of dysfunction in our lives.
Unchangeable Feels Unforgivable in this Life
October 31, 2023 23:50 - 1 hour - 34.8 MBDeb and Natalie continue in chapter 8 of Forgiving What You Can't Forget by Lysa Terkeurst. How does one find hope in forgiveness when the unchangeable feels unforgiveable? A great discussion and honest thoughts in the journey of forgiveness.
Empowering Women to Be Stronger
October 21, 2023 16:05 - 44 minutes - 28.4 MBAlisha Roberts is my guest. She is featured on the Bible App, offering valuable resources and devotionals in helping women lean into who God made them to be. She is a delightful guest, sharing the challenges and struggles she's had and how God has worked through those to empower her to become stronger.
Correcting the Dots
October 02, 2023 22:49 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBThis episode challenges us to not only look at our past, but evaluating it and correcting it so we can change our future. Deb and Natalie Kuntz continue in the book review of Forgiving What You Can't Forget by Lysa Terkeurst and discuss what role forgiving those who have wounded us will change our future.
Understanding our past
September 09, 2023 15:25 - 1 hour - 40.3 MBHow do our past behaviors and experiences impact our decision making today? Does it impact our ability to forgive? In this chapter of Forgiving What You Can't Forget, Natalie and Deb explore the idea of "connecting the dots" in seeking to understand ourselves better.
Biblical Journaling
August 21, 2023 19:36 - 1 hour - 36.2 MBWe interrupt our normal taping schedule and hear from Author Julie Harbour today. Julie is the author of Biblical Journaling which puts a twist or new way of journaling. Julie's creative way of journaling helps engage your senses and your heart in this process of opening your heart to the Lord and hear from Him. Journey with me as we listen to Julie's story and her creative way of journaling.
Forgiveness and Our Story
August 08, 2023 13:53 - 57 minutes - 32 MBHow is going back and collecting the "dots" of our story helpful in forgiveness? Join Deb and Natalie as they explore this idea as they continue in their book series "Forgiving What You Can't Forget" by Lysa Tercheurst.
When you feel like forgiveness isn't possible
July 23, 2023 22:19 - 51 minutes - 28.6 MBJoin Deb and Natalie as they continue on the book review of Forgiving What You Can't Forget. This is chapter 4 of Lysa Terkeurst's book, plus much more added content to help you process and think through your hurts and wounds. Plus, Deb always high lights a new resource to read, listen to, or watch. Join us as we journey through those hurts that seem so unforgiveable.
Is this pain survivable?
July 08, 2023 17:20 - 42 minutes - 23.9 MBDeb and Natalie continue in their book review of Forgiving What You Can't Forget by Lysa Terkeurst. It explores the idea of our pain and if we can even survive it. Packed with tons of extra content and lessons from their own lives, Deb and Natalie delve into this topic of forgiveness and take a hard look at this question.
Welcome to the Table: Book review on forgiveness
June 26, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBDeb and Natalie continue their book discussion on forgiveness. Diving into chapter 2, everyone is "welcome to the table" to discuss their hurt and pain. No judgement here. Just our raw, authentic selves. Let's discuss those things that have wounded us and see how God can enter into those spaces and bring us closer to forgiveness.
Target Trafficking: How you can make a difference
June 19, 2023 22:13 - 38 minutes - 22.2 MBDeb interviews Susan Parker. She and her husband host 3D Target Trafficking: a fun day to do what you love "shoot bows" to stop what you hate "sex trafficking." Susan is very engaging and inspires everyone who listens to get involved and support Wings of Refuge.
Is Forgiveness Worth It?
June 12, 2023 18:50 - 1 hour - 38.6 MBA new book review series over the book Forgiving What You Can't Forget by Lysa Terkuerst. Join with me and my friend Natalie Kuntz as we journey through this book review. Is forgiveness a dirty word? Hmm, something to think about as we all desire it but struggle to give it. In this review we search our souls and walk through the hard things together. Join us on this journey.
Women's Role in the Church
May 13, 2023 04:00 - 51 minutes - 32.7 MBTraditional views vs. liberal views: what is a woman's role in the church? This topic has been debated and will continue to be but take a listen as Deb interviews Pastor Ashley Lenz. Ashley has a refreshing perspective as she shares her personal journey regarding this topic.
Becoming Transformed by the Word of God
April 29, 2023 15:11 - 1 hour - 36.8 MBDoes it matter what thoughts we think? Does it matter what guides those thoughts? Deb interviews Chaplain Billie Hanes who shares her story and how the Word of God has transformed her thoughts and her life.
Growing into an Emotionally Healthy Mature Adult
April 08, 2023 14:02 - 1 hour - 35.6 MBAs Deb and Natalie draw close to the end of the book review of Emotionally Healthy Spirituality they talk about learning to love well. How do we do this? Is is possible to learn new skills regarding our emotional makeup and therefore, become emotionally and spiritually mature? Walk alongside our hosts as they grabble with these questions.
Discover the Rhythm of Rest and Sabbath
March 25, 2023 13:29 - 52 minutes - 34.5 MBHow many of us stop? I really mean stop and breathe? Do we find rest as a gift? A type of freedom? Continuing in our book series, we discover the rhythmn of rest and sabbath and how this gift is meant to bring us freedom from ourselves and the world. Take a moment of rest, relax, and listen to this episode with us.
Growing in your soul through grief and loss
March 06, 2023 00:44 - 40 minutes - 26.3 MBWhat are areas in our lives we need to let go of and grieve? Are their habits, ways of thinking, ways of approaching others, or ways of thinking about God that need to changed? Deb and Natalie continue in the book series of Emotionally Healthy Spirituality and explore this idea of letting go of those things that are keeping us emotionally immature.
Journeying Through the Wall
February 18, 2023 16:02 - 46 minutes - 28.6 MBDeb and Natalie continue in the book review series Emotionally Healthy Spirituality and talk about journeying through the wall. Why do we get stuck in life? Is God speaking to us even when we don't think he's there? What if we don't make it through the wall, what happens? Natalie and Deb explore these questions and so many more as they tackle this chapter and apply it to life.
Looking Back to Go Forward
February 04, 2023 05:00 - 54 minutes - 40.3 MBDeb and Natalie continue in their deep dive of Emotionally Healthy Spirituality book review by tackling chapter 3: Looking back to go forward. In this chapter we learn how our families of origin really impact our emotional health, including our attitudes, tendancies, strengthns and weaknesses. You will learn some new skills in this chapter and be challenged to do some research into your history.
Know Yourself
January 21, 2023 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBDeb and Natalie are in a deep book dive into Emotionally Healthy Spirituality. This episode asks you to take a personal inventory and "Know Thyself." Which of course, is easier said than done. For us to know the areas that we are weakest in, we have to take an honest look at ourselves and see what areas we need God to do a mighty work. This is the second episode of this book series.
Becoming Emotionally Healthy
January 08, 2023 05:00 - 40 minutes - 29.2 MBSeason 4 is starting with an indepth study of the book Emotionally Healthy Spirituality. Natalie Kuntz is back with Deb and engaging with her for this book review. This study will challenge you!
End of Season Recap
October 29, 2022 17:24 - 9 minutes - 8.15 MBThis last episode of Season 3 is an honest sharing from Deb in which she comments on parts of her own story of pain. Through this, she calls on everyone to reach out to others and share their stories. She also gives a taste of what is coming is Season 4. Thanks for journeying with us and we hope to have you join us in Season 4.
Empower Girls
October 15, 2022 18:46 - 38 minutes - 27.8 MBMeet my friend Kellen Msseemmaa. She and her husband have a ministry called Empower Girls in Tanzania and many other African countries. She is an amazing woman of faith, courage, and vision. In this episode she shares with us the amazing work that God is doing in and through the girls in many towns and villages. Listen and be inspired that God is on the move!
The Temple of Love
October 01, 2022 22:41 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBHow can love be an idol? Anything that takes the priority over God can become an idol, even love. This is the last of the book review series God's At War by Kyle Ideleman. Natalie and Deb discuss the god of romance, the god of family, and the god of me. This series has been very challenging and today's episode is bound to be hitting some areas that may need to be brought before the Lord. Listen with a friend. Pray and ask God what he is saying to you.
The Idols of Power
September 16, 2022 17:19 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBWhat do success, money, and achievement all have in common? They all can become idols of power. Yes, we are still in our book study "God's at War" by Kyle Idleman. And these are tough but necessary topics to talk about. Natalie Kuntz is our guest and we talk about these hard topics and how they sneak into our hearts and become idols.
The Idols of Power
September 16, 2022 17:19What do success, money, and achievement all have in common? They all can become idols of power. Yes, we are still in our book study "God's at War" by Kyle Idleman. And these are tough but necessary topics to talk about. Natalie Kuntz is our guest and we talk about these hard topics and how they sneak into our hearts and become idols.
The Idols of Pleasure
September 05, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB"Wouldn't you just like a little more?" asks the idol of pleasure. This episode talks about the idols of pleasure, specifically food, sex, and entertainment. Do they satisfy? Take a listen to Natalie Kuntz and Deb as they continue in the book series Gods at War by Kyle Ideleman.
Idol Basics
August 21, 2022 23:31 - 44 minutes - 31.3 MBThis is the second episode of a multiple part series over a book review of "God's At War." In thi episode, Natalie Kuntz is Deb's guest and together they explore what are the idols in our lives and how they sneak into our hearts and get a foot hold. These episodes definitely gives everyone something to think about. Taping this series successfully has been quite a challenge with the sound and more. Please forgive us for the struggle.
Addressing Idols in Your Life
August 06, 2022 02:36 - 49 minutes - 32.7 MBWe are all made to worship, whether we believe in God or not. And worship we do. The idols in our lives have many different disguises but they all do the same thing: keep us from worshipping the One True God. Natalie Kuntz is Deb's guest for the next several episodes. They will do a book review of Gods at War by Kyle Idleman. I'd encourage you to pick up a copy and read it. It will stir you. Sorry folks, the sound quality for this series isn't the best, I ask your forgiveness for that. We ha...
Listening to God's Voice through the Silence
July 23, 2022 04:00 - 58 minutes - 39.7 MBDoes God speak through silence? If He does, would we hear him or is it too noisy in our lives? Join Deb and Pastor Scott Rains as they explore this idea of God speaking to us through silence. You may be surprised what you hear.
Parenting your children to love Jesus
July 08, 2022 22:13 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBBeing a parent means we get to shepherd our child's heart. We get to model God's heart, his patience, and his love to our children. In this episode, guest host Lydia Davisson interviews Deb how to do this. Parenting isn't for the faint of heart, it will drive you to your knees in prayer. Take a listen!
A Mother and Daughter's Changing Relationship
June 25, 2022 04:00 - 55 minutes - 40.2 MBHow should a mother and daughter's relationship change as they grow older? Lynn and Jenna share their story of how they are still figuring this out! They are entering a new season and God is working in and through them. What can we learn from their story?
Walking a Difficult Road
June 11, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 39.9 MBOh Lord, how we need you! Listen to Julie's story about losing her son. How does God reach down and heal one's heart in this brokenness? Listen. Feel. Cry. Reach back to the Lord. Someone needs this story today. Listen and share it together.
Working through grief when we lose a parent
May 28, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 35.8 MBWhen we share our stories with each other, we build community. Kim shares her story about her mom's illness and then eventual passing. She shares her struggles and her triumphs. Losing someone you love isn't easy. Maybe you or someone you know can relate to her story.
Land of Hope Africa
May 14, 2022 04:00 - 58 minutes - 36 MBWhat happens when we say Yes to God? You never know what is just around the corner. Janet and Don said yes and Land of Hope Africa started. Listen to this amazing story of how God reaches down into our story and redeems it for his glory.
Managing your Emotions and the Thought Spiral
April 30, 2022 04:00 - 53 minutes - 33.6 MBWhat do we do with the emotions that we are feeling? Do we deny them? Do we embrace them? Are they telling us something? Teri Meers helps us understand our emotions and then gives us some helpful tips to help manage them. God gave us emotions, let's try to understand them.
Changed Lives: from Fear to Courage
April 16, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBFor most of us, grief hits us like a brick. It overwhelms us with sadness and hurt. Not for Joseph and Nicodemus. Two men who were crippled with fear of what others thought of them when Jesus was alive, are suddenly moved to great courage. What changes them? Join and in this study and find out what moved them from fear to courage and changed their lives forever.
What to do with Jesus
April 09, 2022 13:28 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBWhat should we do with Jesus? Everyone has to answer this question in their hearts at some point in their lives. In this third part on the Easter Series, Preparing Our Hearts to Receive God's Amazing Love, this study reflects on the six trials that Jesus goes through before he heads to the cross. Talk about the scandel! You'll be amazed all the backdoor strings that were pulled to convict the Savior of the World.
A Tale of Two Gardens
April 02, 2022 04:00 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBAdam and Eve lost the battle in the garden so many years ago. Is it any wonder that Jesus, prior to his death on the cross, wages the battle in the Garden again? The Battle of 2 Gardens explores this idea as the One and only Messiah fights to redeem us starting in the Garden. The second episode in our Easter series, take time to prepare your heart to receive God's message of his amazing love to you this Easter season.