Life Hurts God Heals

Despite all the ways we can now connect via technology, doesn't it seem we're more divided than ever? What will it take to understand each other, especially across the generational barriers? Guests Jerry and Linda Praetzel offer us some ideas from their own experiences on this bonus episode from Life Hurts God Heals.

Have you ever felt invisible, dismissed or rejected?  Author and speaker Dr. Deanna Shrodes shares more of her story, how God gave her such incredible hope in the midst of her brokenness, that she felt compelled to share it with everyone. Make sure you listen and receive the incredible wisdom God has given her through the pain she has endured!

Have you every felt rejected and abandoned, especially by those you hoped would love you the most? Where is God when we're dealing with these deep feelings of hurt and betrayal? Author and speaker Dr. Deanna Shrodes helps us answer this critical question by sharing her continuing journey, from feeling abandoned to experiencing God's healing power.

In the first episode of this two part series, hosts Kim Ward and Kurt Pflegl both defined and discussed the importance of practicing hermeneutics when reading the Scriptures. In part 2, they use these tools to unpack a typically controversial passage in the Scriptures - 1 Timothy 2:8-15. You might be surprised by what they uncover in the process. So don't miss this episode!

What the heck is hermeneutics? How are these spiritual practices helpful when it comes to accurately interpreting the Scriptures? Join us as hosts Kim Ward and Kurt Pflegl answer these questions, uncovering something surprising - how practicing hermeneutics reveals something important we just might be missing when it comes to knowing the heart of God. So make sure you listen to part 1, as they discuss the basic hermeneutical toolsets at our disposal.

How do you respond when obeying God leads to heartbreak? In this second and final episode of our series on navigating disappointments, our special guest reveals the deep pain he experienced while obeying God's call to serve overseas. He also shares some of the spiritual practices which helped him keep moving through the healing process. This one is for all of us who need help in dealing with life's disappointments, especially when it comes to serving God.

Have you done your best to obey God, but only experienced disappointment as a result? What's that all about? Our special guest shares his story of navigating the disappointments he encountered while obeying God's call to serve overseas. Take a listen to our new series and you might just find the answers you're looking for!

How can we detect God's voice amidst the cacophany of our inner negativity and the world around us? In part one of this two part series, Hosts Kim Ward and Kurt Pflegl discussed practicing a biblical form of centering prayer as a way to discern God's voice. Now in this second part, they share their personal stories of practicing this kind of prayer to help us do the same.

How can we pick God's voice out of the noise of the world around us? What are some good prayer practices that can help us tune in and hear what God is saying? Can He really help us with all the negative and destructive self-talk that constantly seems to be at war inside of us? If you are asking questions like these, don't miss the first part of our two part series on Centering Prayer. Hosts Kim Ward and Kurt Pflegl discuss the practice for Christ followers, in contrast to other religions who might have similar practices. We are confident you will find it very helpful on your journey with Jesus!

Sometimes you just need to switch things up. In this episode, Sarah Lauren turns the tables on LHGH host Kurt Pflegl, interviewing him for her own podcast - Sarah Lauren: Made for Balance. In her words, "We talk about what influence is, the relevance and importance of being vulnerable with others... and he shares many of his experiences listening to God. Wherever you stand in your faith... I believe any of us can gain something simply from hearing Kurt’s journey and his heart posture towards humans." And if you're interested in connecting with Sarah, you can find her here - www.sarahlauren.net

God invites every one of us into an intimate relationship with Him through reading the Scriptures and prayer. But many of us struggle with their practical application. Are there tools to help us? Thankfully, yes! Hosts Kim and Kurt invite you to participate with them in practicing Lectio Divina, a time tested way of prayerfully listening for God's voice while reading the Scriptures. In this immersive episode of Life Hurts God Heals, we invite you to join them in practicing listening prayer while reading through John 2:1-12.

In part 1 of this series, hosts Kim Ward and Kurt Pflegl discussed the various reasons why some Christ followers say the Enneagram is dangerous to our faith.  In some vital aspects, they agreed with the criticisms. But in this second and final episode, they discuss their areas of disagreement and their biblical reasoning as to why mature believers can use the Enneagram as a personality profile They also share other tools to help us grow in our intimacy with God via prayer and reading the Scriptures. So don't miss their informative conclusion to this important series!

The Enneagram has come under fire from some who follow Jesus. There are those who call it dangerous to our faith. Are their criticisms legitimate? If so, what are the dangers and what do we do about it? Join hosts Kim Ward and Kurt Pflegl as they discuss the concerns raised about the Enneagram in part one of a two part series.

Would you believe more than 21 million adults in the United States alone had at least one major depressive episode this year? Where is God when our inner darkness seems to cast an all-encompassing shroud over everything? Don't miss this episode of Life Hurts God Heals as guest Jono DeMartimprey shares helpful advice on navigating depression from personal experience.

How can God guide us into growing health through knowing our Enneagram personality type? Hosts Kim Ward and Kurt Pflegl discuss Enneagram number types 2-7, as well as unpack God's healing message for each type, on this episode of Life Hurts God Heals.

What is the Enneagram all about? Can knowing it's 9 personality types be beneficial for Christ followers in our relationship with God, or is this something to be avoided? Hosts Kim Ward and Kurt Pflegl discuss the issues some have with the Enneagram as well unpack personality types 8, 9 and 1 in this first part of a two part series.

Have you ever endured abuse, whether emotionally, physically, mentally or sexually? Are you close to someone who struggles with mental illness? Do you ever wonder if God can rescue you from the depths of your brokenness? If you answered yes to at least one of these questions, guest Denise Fries wants you to know there is hope for you. We invite you to listen in as Denise shares her gripping story of finding hope beyond her brokenness on this episode of Life Hurts God Heals.

Why do so many of us seem addicted to hurry in our daily lives? What if it has more to do with where we look to find value and identity than we realize? Join hosts Kim and Kurt as they explore the answers to these questions with author Alan Fadling, as well as ways to break free from the root issues behind this addiction.

Hosts Kim and Kurt invite you to join them in practicing listening prayer through meditating on God's creation. On this episode of Life Hurts God Heals, the two hosts act as guides through the process of using pictures to tune into God's voice.

Doesn't it seem like we are fracturing into increasingly smaller tribes of people, who just can't seem to connect with anyone outside of our tiny circles? How can God possibly reconcile us back to unity as one people? Listen in as guest Greg Nettle shares his incredible story of following Jesus' invitation to take steps into racial reconciliation. We believe his journey will breathe hope into you, revealing a glimpse of God's profoundly healing work in our broken world.