In this bonus episode, we hear from HEARTBEAT host, Major Marion Platt. He checks in from Memphis TN, in the field while feeding those in need. He prays specifically for those experiencing loneliness during this challenging time.
If you are in a season with lots of unanswered questions, find comfort in knowing that while your circumstances may be unclear, your prayers are being heard.
Written by: Meagan Hofer
In this bonus episode, we hear from Salvation Army Officer Major Jerry Friday. He shares about one of his favorite Bible characters, Elijah. This Bible story reminds us that God will care for His children.
In this bonus episode, we hear from Salvation Army Officer Major Amy Reardon. Amy shares some of her frustrations and fears during this difficult time but reminds us that we have the power of choice. The power to choose not to let fear run our lives.
In this bonus episode, Salvation Army Officer Lt. Colonel Eddie Hobgood shares a story from history as an illustration and reminder that God is always with us.
In this bonus episode, Salvation Army Officer Captain Heather Dolby shares about some of her own struggles during this difficult time and offers her encouragement.
God created us for relationships – we are meant to do life together. Proverbs 27:9 says “Sweet friendships refresh the soul and awaken our hearts with joy”.
Written by: Meagan Hofer
In this bonus episode, Heartbeat host- Meagan Hofer, shares some thoughts and ideas on how to stay positive and focus on your blessings during this challenging time.
Are you tired of feeling tired? Do you feel too exhausted and overwhelmed to even think straight? Bills, work, health issues – it’s all too much to deal with sometimes, right?
Written by: Jalane Rolader
Do you enjoy the place where you call home, your routine, your surroundings, your job? Are you comfortable? Well, what if God told you to leave all of it behind? Would you move?
Written by: Glenda White
In the Bible, when the woman with the issue of blood touched the hem of the Savior’s garment, Jesus already knew that she was going to touch Him. He already knew she was in the crowd. After all, He is God in the flesh. Now, while He could have pointed her out, Jesus asked, “Who touched Me?”
God wants us to ignore the crowd around us, look past the chaos, and approach His throne boldly. It could have been an unmentioned miracle, but Jesus would have this unnamed woman speak up publicly, for what she sought after and received from Him. Jesus said to her, “Your faith has made you whole,”. She wasn’t just made well, but WHOLE- completely restored.
So, what are you desperately believing God for? And what are you willing to risk? Whatever you do, be bold in your pursuit of God
Rather than focusing on scientific details of the origin of life, the book of Genesis focuses on sharing the world’s purpose and how it’s meant to function.
The author, John Walton, says that the book of Genesis is telling us how God turned this house into a home.
When you go to a friend’s house, you aren’t concerned with how the foundation was poured or the layout of the plumbing. You’re more interested in how this space is used to bring loved ones together. In other words, you’re less focused on the “how” and more focused on the “why” of the house.
The book of Genesis is not a science textbook. It’s the first in a collection that share the story of God and His people.
One of my favorite hobbies is gardening. I really enjoy all that goes into planting, caring for, and watching my flowers grow! When I saw one of my favorite authors, Beth Moore, had written a book called Chasing Vines, I knew I wanted to read it!
Before I even started reading, I loved one of the phrases from the back cover, “Nothing in our lives is wasted. Not the places we’ve been planted – or even the painful pruning. Nothing is for nothing.”
Friends, even on our darkest days, there is beauty, nothing is wasted. Think about the verses in Matthew 6:25-34. Why do we worry about our every day life? When we consider the lilies of the field and the birds in the air. Look at how God cares for them! Are we not far more valuable to Him?
