Bible, Women & Bathrobes, Episode 32

Jairus & His Wife and Daughter

Summary

Wendi Christensen and Tamara Anderson discuss the story of Jairus and his family from Mark 5: 22-24, 35-43. They talk about the power of faith in overcoming adversity, sharing stories of miracles and the importance of slowing down to notice people in need. They emphasize the significance of recording sacred moments in their lives and holding on to belief and hope during challenging situations. Through personal experiences and insights, they highlight the importance of faith in unexpected ways and the need to keep hoping beyond hope for a miracle.

Main Takeaways

· From Wendi, “I just love with this story. The fact that it just shows so much care and compassion that Christ has for each and every one of us. . .[that] people are not going to get and understand those those special sacred things in our lives. But that Jesus gets us. He gets us, He knows us, he understands us, and he sees our faith.”

· From Tamara, “I love the faith of this little family, and how they chose Jesus. They chose Jesus, that was a conscious choice: We choose Jesus at this pivotal moment. And I think that's a great example for all of us. And so, yeah, seek him out in your pivotal moments, in your daily moments. Seek Jesus.”

Today’s Podcast Hosts & Guests

Tamara K. Anderson

Tamara, founder of Women Warriors of Light, is a dynamic speaker, award winning author, and a podcaster. She is driven by her Christian faith to inspire faith in Jesus Christ. Alongside her husband, Justin, she navigates the joys and challenges of parenting four children with autism, ADHD, and mental health hurdles. You can find out more about Tamara on her website: https://www.tamarakanderson.com/

Wendi Christensen, LCSW

Wendi is the co-founder of Women Warriors of Light. In addition to being a wife and mother, she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 28 years of experience. Wendi is an intuitive counselor helping individuals release pain, renew hope, and restore light through forgiveness. You can find out more about Wendi on her website: https://wendichristensencounseling.com/

Transcript

If you’d like to read the transcript of today’s episode, you can find it on our Women Warriors of Light website blog. Link in the bio.

https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/faith-in-desperate-times-lessons-from-jairus-family

Bible, Women & Bathrobes, Episode 31

Sermon on the Mount, part 16

Summary

Tamara and Wendi discuss Matthew 6:16-18 about how fasting is not just about abstaining from food and drink, but about humbling oneself and seeking spiritual growth. It should be done in secret and with a humble heart, with a specific purpose in mind. Both women share personal experiences of using fasting to seek God's strength and guidance during difficult times, emphasizing its transformative power in their spiritual journeys. They underscore the importance of understanding that fasting is not always immediate or straightforward, but it can bring about miracles in one's life.

Main Takeaways

· From Tamara, “It strengthens our spirit and our connection with God when we do fast. And that is what helps us move through things, even hard things with greater strength and maybe more of a godlike perspective. Maybe not initially, but eventually. So I'm thankful that we have this tool that the Savior teaches us about for good times for hard times.”

· From Wendi, “As I continue through a fast, then I get to that point where it doesn't bother me so much. I'm it's not so much about the hunger and the hunger pains. It's that I have a purpose. And that purpose often leads me to a higher connection with my higher power. And I overcome …the physical body almost, so that my …spirit has more power, she feels stronger. She feels a lot more aligned… with God's will, with what would he have for me or the person maybe that I'm fasting for?”

Today’s Podcast Hosts & Guests

Tamara K. Anderson

Tamara, founder of Women Warriors of Light, is a dynamic speaker, award winning author, and a podcaster. She is driven by her Christian faith to inspire faith in Jesus Christ. Alongside her husband, Justin, she navigates the joys and challenges of parenting four children with autism, ADHD, and mental health hurdles. You can find out more about Tamara on her website: https://www.tamarakanderson.com/

Wendi Christensen, LCSW

Wendi is the co-founder of Women Warriors of Light. In addition to being a wife and mother, she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 28 years of experience. Wendi is an intuitive counselor helping individuals release pain, renew hope, and restore light through forgiveness. You can find out more about Wendi on her website: https://wendichristensencounseling.com/

Transcript

If you’d like to read the transcript of today’s episode, you can find it on our Women Warriors of Light website blog. Link in the bio.

https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/Can-Fasting-Bring-Miracles-in-Your-Life

How Can Faith Help Us Overcome Long-Term Challenges?

Bible, Women & Bathrobes Episode 30

The Woman With The Issue of Blood

Summary

Tamara and Wendi shared personal experiences with long-term challenges and how they relate to the woman with the issue of blood in the Bible (Mark 5: 25-34). They emphasized the woman's resilience and faith in Jesus, who healed her despite societal norms and her desperation. They encouraged listeners to find hope and inspiration in the woman's story, even in the darkest of times, and to seek help. They also discussed the transformative potential of Jesus Christ in overcoming personal struggles, sharing their personal experiences and insights.

Main Takeaways

· From Tamara, “I love her faith. I love her courage. I love that she didn't give up. And I I admire her determination to keep going and I think that's probably one of my biggest takeaways is don't give up. Even though there may be moments when you feel like it. We all feel that way sometimes. But just keep going. Keep going, knowing the answers will come, eventually.”

· From Wendi, “Even though we feel nameless, God knows your name. Jesus Christ knows you. He knows you and helps you and will offer that peace. Keep going. And healing be there and peace will be there.”

Today’s Podcast Hosts & Guests

Tamara K. Anderson

Tamara, founder of Women Warriors of Light, is a dynamic speaker, award winning author, and a podcaster. She is driven by her Christian faith to inspire faith in Jesus Christ. Alongside her husband, Justin, she navigates the joys and challenges of parenting four children with autism, ADHD, and mental health hurdles. You can find out more about Tamara on her website: https://www.tamarakanderson.com/

Wendi Christensen, LCSW

Wendi is the co-founder of Women Warriors of Light. In addition to being a wife and mother, she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 28 years of experience. Wendi is an intuitive counselor helping individuals release pain, renew hope, and restore light through forgiveness. You can find out more about Wendi on her website: https://wendichristensencounseling.com/

Transcript

If you’d like to read the transcript for today’s episode, please visit our Women Warriors of Light website blog.