Called, But Not Willing: Jonah’s Surprise Fight With Mercy | Erika Van Haitsma | Jonah 1 - Jonah's Disobedience
Why did Jonah run from God’s call—and what does that reveal about our own hearts?In this episode of Live Like It’s True, Erika Van Haitsma joins me to unpack the irony and intensity of Jonah’s story, exposing his deep resentment toward the Ninevites and resistance to God’s mercy. Together, we explore how this familiar narrative challenges us to confront our own grudges and ask whether we truly want God to be gracious—to everyone.Judgy SeriesGuest: Erika Van HaitsmaBible Passage: Jonah's Disobedience - Jonah 1 (NASB)Get your Free Resource: 20 Page WorkbookRecommended Resources: Check out Erika's book, "Faith Walk; 50 Daily Devotionals" on Shannon's Amazon Storefront HEREJesus's Proof that We'll Get New Bodies in Heaven - Erika's Other Episode on Live Like It's TrueAstonishing Faith is Like a Puppy, Begging for a Crumb - Erika's Previous Episode on Live Like It's TrueThe Context and Color of the Bible PodcastResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinErika is married to Bryan and together they have five children, whom she homeschools. Erika attended Moody Bible Institute, as well as Jerusalem University College. She has a Master's Degree in Historical Archaeology and Geography. Erika enjoys hosting "The Context and Color of the Bible" podcast with her sister, Veronica, and also speaking at retreats. Connect with Erika:WebsiteInstagramFacebookPodcastCheck out more episodes in the Judgy Series.Get your Free Live Like It's True Workbook.Check out Resound Media. Search by Section of the Bible or Series! We've now made it easy for you to search for an episode on a particular story of the Bible. Download your FREE Live Like it's true Workbook. Here are Shannon's favorite tools for studying the narrative sections of your Bible on your own, or with friends. Visit www.shannonpopkin.com/promises/ to learn more about my six-week Bible study with Our Daily Bread, titled, "Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith." Learn how you too can be shaped by the promises of our faithful God. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.
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Finding God's Mercy and Healing After an Abortion | Tammy De Armas
She thought the pain would end with her choice, but instead it lingered. And while she tried to push it aside, there came a time where she could do so no longer.In this episode, Tammy De Armas opens up about her journey through abortion, the shame that followed, and the slow road to healing. Listen in and discover how mercy transforms even our most broken stories.Judgy SeriesGuest: Tammy De ArmasBible Passage: VariousGet your Free Resource: 20 Page WorkbookRecommended Resources: Check out Shannon's Amazon Storefront HEREResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinTammy De ArmasTammy currently serves as the Director of Mission Advancement for PassionLife. It is here she mobilizes and engages PassionLife ministry partners, sharing about the opportunity to provide life-saving and life-changing help in the neediest places on earth. She has a deep compassion to speak the truth in love about abortion, while sharing the answer of forgiveness and grace that the gospel provides. Having fallen on this very battlefield, she understands the transforming love that is afforded to all. Tammy previously served as CEO of Alternatives Medical Clinic in Southern California for 10 years. She felt a call to look at abortion globally and use her gifts to share with others who have a desire to help rescue the most vulnerable where abortion is most concentrated. Tammy often has opportunities to speak to women’s groups about her story with a desire to encourage women to see Him in their stories. Our story doesn’t end with our pain and our sin, and her desire is to change their lens and focus on Jesus in their lives. Tammy has been married for 37 years to her college sweetheart. They have three grown children, 2 son in loves, and a daughter in love. Her biggest blessings are her 4 adorable grandchildren who call her Lovey. Tammy and Pete live in Escondido CA.Connect with Tammy:PassionLifeCheck out more episodes in the Judgy Series.Get your Free Live Like It's True Workbook.Check out Resound Media. Search by Section of the Bible or Series! We've now made it easy for you to search for an episode on a particular story of the Bible. Download your FREE Live Like it's true Workbook. Here are Shannon's favorite tools for studying the narrative sections of your Bible on your own, or with friends. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.
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The Truth About Feeling Judged & Choosing Abortion | Tammy De Armas
She just wanted it to go away. She didn't want to be judged as one of "those" kind of girls. Yet in the parking lot of the abortion clinic, Tammy thought, "What have I done?" The new judgment and condemnation she felt didn't go away. In this episode, Tammy De Armas shares her personal journey through unplanned pregnancy, abortion, and the lasting impact on her life. Listen in and explore the weight of judgment and the healing of God's mercy.Judgy SeriesGuest: Tammy De ArmasBible Passage: VariousGet your Free Resource: 20 Page WorkbookRecommended Resources: Check out Shannon's Amazon Storefront HEREResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinTammy De ArmasTammy currently serves as the Director of Mission Advancement for PassionLife. It is here she mobilizes and engages PassionLife ministry partners, sharing about the opportunity to provide life-saving and life-changing help in the neediest places on earth. She has a deep compassion to speak the truth in love about abortion, while sharing the answer of forgiveness and grace that the gospel provides. Having fallen on this very battlefield, she understands the transforming love that is afforded to all. Tammy previously served as CEO of Alternatives Medical Clinic in Southern California for 10 years. She felt a call to look at abortion globally and use her gifts to share with others who have a desire to help rescue the most vulnerable where abortion is most concentrated. Tammy often has opportunities to speak to women’s groups about her story with a desire to encourage women to see Him in their stories. Our story doesn’t end with our pain and our sin, and her desire is to change their lens and focus on Jesus in their lives. Tammy has been married for 37 years to her college sweetheart. They have three grown children, 2 son in loves, and a daughter in love. Her biggest blessings are her 4 adorable grandchildren who call her Lovey. Tammy and Pete live in Escondido CA.Connect with Tammy:PassionLifeCheck out more episodes in the Judgy Series.Get your Free Live Like It's True Workbook.Check out Resound Media. Search by Section of the Bible or Series! We've now made it easy for you to search for an episode on a particular story of the Bible. Download your FREE Live Like it's true Workbook. Here are Shannon's favorite tools for studying the narrative sections of your Bible on your own, or with friends. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.
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From Judgy to Curious: One Foster Mom's Breakthrough | Beth Guckenberger
Beth's one foster daughter was more work than her other eight kids combined. She had tried everything... but she hadn't tried this. Hear about Beth's breakthrough that began with trading judgy criticism for curiosity and compassion.In this conversation, Beth Guckenberger reminds us that the gospel frees us to see people through God’s eyes, which shifts our hearts and our relationships and opens the door for influence.Judgy SeriesGuest: Beth GuckenbergerGet your Free Resource: 20 Page WorkbookRecommended Resources: Check out Shannon's Amazon Storefront HEREResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinBeth GuckenbergerBeth and her husband, Todd, live with their family in Cincinnati, Ohio where they serve as Co-Executive Directors of Back2Back Ministries. After graduating from Indiana University, the Guckenberger’s moved to Monterrey, Mexico where they lived for 15 years. Between biological, foster, and adopted children, they have raised eleven children. Beth is the author of sixteen books including adult and children’s titles. She travels and speaks regularly at conferences, youth gatherings and church services about reckless faith. Her style is based in story-telling and she draws from her vast field experience as a missionary, Bible teacher and parent for illustrations of biblical concepts.Connect with Beth:InstagramFacebookYouTubeReckless Faith WebsiteBack2Back Ministries Check out more episodes in the Judgy Series.Get your Free Live Like It's True Workbook.Check out Resound Media. Search by Section of the Bible or Series! We've now made it easy for you to search for an episode on a particular story of the Bible. Download your FREE Live Like it's true Workbook. Here are Shannon's favorite tools for studying the narrative sections of your Bible on your own, or with friends. Visit www.shannonpopkin.com/promises/ to learn more about my six-week Bible study with Our Daily Bread, titled, "Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith." Learn how you too can be shaped by the promises of our faithful God. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.
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The Truth About God: One Woman's Shocking Story | Lisa Appelo | Joshua 2 - Rahab
What stories have you heard about God? Would you be shocked to know that He rescued one woman who was a prostitute from a city He was about to destroy? In this episode, Lisa Appelo and I explore Rahab’s bold faith, God’s stunning mercy, and the hope it offers to anyone with a broken past. Her story reminds us that no one is too far gone for God’s grace. Judgy SeriesGuest: Lisa AppeloBible Passage: Rahab Hides the Spies - Joshua 2:1-13 NKJVGet your Free Resource: 20 Page WorkbookRecommended Resources: Check out Lisa's book, Life Can be Good Again in Shannon's Amazon Storefront HEREResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinLisa AppeloLisa Appelo is a widow and mom to seven amazing children. As a founding member of Widow Mama Collective, a Facebook community for young widows, she helps women find hope in the hard places of loss. A popular blogger, Lisa loves seeing women flourish in the strength of God's promises. You can connect with her at www.lisaappelo.com.Connect with Lisa:InstagramFacebookWebsiteBlogCheck out more episodes in the Judgy Series.Get your Free Live Like It's True Workbook.Check out Resound Media. Search by Section of the Bible or Series! We've now made it easy for you to search for an episode on a particular story of the Bible. Download your FREE Live Like it's true Workbook. Here are Shannon's favorite tools for studying the narrative sections of your Bible on your own, or with friends. Visit www.shannonpopkin.com/promises/ to learn more about my six-week Bible study with Our Daily Bread, titled, "Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith." Learn how you too can be shaped by the promises of our faithful God. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.
On each episode, Shannon Popkin and her guest talk through one of the most interesting or astonishing stories (narratives) of the Bible, and how to live like it's true. Know the story, share the story, live the story! Shannon is the author of five books, and speaks regularly for Christian women's retreats, conferences, and events. Shannon lives with her family in West Michigan. Learn more at www.shannonpopkin.com.
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