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An Open Letter To the Depressed Christian

March 5, 2025 — Debra Fileta

In this blog, Debra Fileta challenges the harmful belief that depression is a sign of weakness or a lack of faith in Christians. Drawing from her own journey through the depths of depression, she confronts the myths that often surround mental illness in the church. What if struggling doesn’t mean you’re weak, but rather incredibly strong? What if faith and healing go hand in hand? As she unpacks these misconceptions, Fileta offers a powerful message of hope, reminding readers that God’s presence is never absent in their pain.

When You Don't Know Who You Are Anymore with Guests Arianna Molloy and Tim Muehlhoff

January 29, 2025 — Tim Muehlhoff, Chris Grace, Alisa Grace, Arianna Molloy

In this episode, Chris Grace explores the complexities of navigating identity and calling, especially in the context of work and relationships with guests Arianna Molloy and Tim Muehlhoff. They discuss how a calling is not just about individual fulfillment but deeply tied to our relationship with God and community. Their conversation touches on understanding work as a calling, avoiding burnout, setting boundaries, and finding rest in God. They provide practical insights and tips for anyone feeling overwhelmed by life's demands. Whether you're managing relationships with coworkers, family, or friends, this episode offers valuable advice to help you cultivate a sustainable work-life balance.

Living The Dream: When Hospitality Becomes Real, with Ken and Trudi Berding

November 29, 2023 — Kenneth Berding, Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

In this week's episode, Chris and Alisa Grace are joined by Biola colleagues and long-time friends Ken and Trudi Berding as they share their journey from being missionaries in the Middle East to housing and discipling multiple college students each year.

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Thanksgiving Shouldn't Be on Thursday

November 22, 2023 — Matthew Williams

In this week's video, New Testament professor and scholar Dr. Matt Williams helps the CMR celebrate Thanksgiving by sharing the importance of the spiritual discipline of Thanksgiving, not just the holiday.

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Invisible Threats

October 31, 2023 — Chris Grace

In the final video of this three-part series, Dr. Chris Grace explains the nature of those attacks and how you can fight back with supernatural help.

Let's Talk About Sex: How Culture and Scripture Differ Part II, with Dr. Jon Lunde

October 18, 2023 — Jonathan Lunde, Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

In part two of this two-part series, New Testament expert Dr. Jon Lunde joins Chris and Alisa Grace as they discuss why culture has drifted away from Scriptural values, and offer a Biblical alternative to the three most common (but not the best) options for sex in relationships today.

Let's Talk About Sex: How Culture and Scripture Differ Part I, with Dr. Jon Lunde

September 27, 2023 — Jonathan Lunde, Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

In part one of this week's two-part podcast, New Testament expert Dr. Jon Lunde joins Chris and Alisa Grace as they discuss why culture has drifted away from Scriptural values, and the three most common (but not the best) options for sex in relationships today.

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Is Prayer Your Last Resort?

March 28, 2023 — Alisa Grace

When we experience problems, the first thing we should do is turn to our Heavenly Father and ask for help. God delights in helping us, yet we often only pray as our last resort.

Understanding Your Spiritual Temperament With Gary Thomas

March 1, 2023 — Alisa Grace, Chris Grace

In today's podcast Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace are joined by award winning author and speaker, Gary Thomas, to discuss spiritual temperaments for connecting with God. Listen to learn how understanding your temperament and the temperament of those you love can increase intimacy in all your relationships.

Three Things Every Couple Needs for Their Marriage to Survive a Crisis

February 15, 2023 — Tim Muehlhoff, Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

In late 2019, Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace faced a major crisis. In this podcast, they share their story and the fears and suffering that became their reality. Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace emphasize the three things that brought them through their most difficult trials.

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