March 28, 2024 • Monica Schmelter • 1 Thessalonians 5:7
Today Laine shares what gave her the faith to believe for the restoration of her 3 prodigal children healing. She had what she calls a “Saul to Paul” experience personally in my late 30s when God miraculously resurrected my 17-year-old dead marriage. This miracle was the anchor for my hope that God would do it again in my 3 children’s lives and He did!
Navigating the Crisis of Prodigal Children
March 21, 2024 • Monica Schmelter • Romans 8:28
It's a parental nightmare when children turn their back on the Christian faith. Today's Bridges episode give parents of prodigals hope and keys to navigating the crisis.
Parental Challenges in Dealing with Prodigals
Monica Schmelter
When you discover that your child has abandoned the Christian faith it can leave you in gut-wrenching shock and sadness. On today's episode of Bridges Laine Lawson Craft shares her personal story of prodigal children and helps parents understand that they are not to blame. Laine also offers tips and hope to parents and grandparents of prodigal children.
When Life Hurts
March 3, 2024 • Monica Schmelter • 2 Peter 3:9
When your child suddenly turns away from everything you taught them about faith - it is a crisis. It's a season of "When Life Hurts". Today Laine Lawson Craft shares her personal story of her 3 prodigal children and offers hope and healing to other families experiencing a prodigal crisis. 2 Peter 3:9
God Is Working in Your Waiting
February 29, 2024 • Monica Schmelter • Romans 8:28
If it seems like you've been waiting a long time and that nothing is happening today's episode is for you. God is working in our waiting, even when we can't see it.
Freedom from Abuse & False Beliefs
February 22, 2024 • Monica Schmelter • Galatians 5:1
If you or someone you know is stuck in addiction or abuse - you need to hear these freedom stories. Shakia and Jessie both became addicted and were abused. Today - they are free and so are their children. Freedom is God's idea and freedom is possible.
Freedom From Generational Lies
February 15, 2024 • Monica Schmelter • John 10:10
Jessie was introduced to drugs by her parents. She started using meth at a young age and ended up in a life of addiction and abuse. Her addiction became so bad they she lost custody of her daughter. Jessie has an amazing story of restoration with her daughter - and the life of freedom they are all living now.
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February 8, 2024 • Monica Schmelter • John 8:32
Shakia was sexually molested by several family members at a young age. She numbed that pain with drugs and ended up addicted. Today on Bridges Shakia shares how the truth gave her a freedom story. Susan shares how a God given dream is bringing freedom to women and their children in miraculous ways.
Hope for the Mental Health Crisis
December 28, 2023 • Monica Schmelter • Romans 12:12
Isolation, bullying, and depression are just a few of the ailments plaguing today's youth. The http://hopeline.com offers faith based crisis assistance to help youth get through their toughest times.
Raise Them Strong
December 14, 2023 • Monica Schmelter • Ephesians 6:1
Students today face hostility and bullying in record numbers. Dr. Brooks Gibbs teaches student emotional resilience so we can raise our children to be strong adults.
Here and Now
December 7, 2023 • Monica Schmelter • Hebrews 12:2
Ever heard the saying "that person is so heavenly minded that they are no earthly good?" Monica's guest today says that is not true - she says that having a heavenly perspective helps in our everyday lives. Join us today to find out how the prospect of heaven helps us in the here and now.
Is Your Life an Ordeal or Adventure?
November 26, 2023 • Monica Schmelter
Life in a broken world includes everything from long lines to tragic accidents. How then do we live life as an adventure rather than an ordeal?
Transform Your Marriage
November 19, 2023 • Monica Schmelter • Ephesians 4:2
Transforming your marriage may be easier than you think. Today's Bridges episode will help you identify if you are holding on the past hurts/baggage and how to let go. As you let go you are free to pursue connection with your spouse and have the marriage you've always dreamed about.
What the Odds Don't Know
November 12, 2023 • Monica Schmelter
The odds were definitely against Rodney and Gabby - but the odds don't know Jesus. Today, you'll meet a young couple that dared to believe God's promises. Today's Bridges story is all about miracles - such hope for the journey.
Healthy Emotions
November 5, 2023 • Monica Schmelter • 1 Peter 5:7
Emotions are an important part of our relationships. Today we look at anxiety and how it affects us and how to work through anxiety in a healthy way.
