The Bear Mills Podcast

John Wesley believed there were some problems that could only be solved with a 22. Find out what they were and how we can use his 22 to deal with issues in our lives.

Thomas Aquinas said there are four things that typically get in the way of a person's relationship with God: wealth, pleasure, power, and honor. Today we discuss how to keep God first so we can live expectantly in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Where are you pitching the tent of your life? The Fields of Fear? The Plains of Complaining? The Grasslands of Ingratitude? God has a wonderful place picked out for us, but it takes intentionality and obedience to find it.

Every day there's an ongoing pursuit of which most people are blisfully unaware. But it's a pursuit that can make a huge difference in our lives. Let's identify the pursuit and how it affects our hope and happiness.

Today we're talking about the PATHWAY to resilient, durable hope-filled living as we answer two questions submitted by a listener.

In order to experience the hope God wants us to have, there is an important "nope" that we must acknowledge and act upon.

Lubbock's Ramona Carter recently celebrated her 100th birthday.  Today we share her adventures serving Jesus, along with her encounters with two legendary evangelists, Sister Aimee Semple McPherson and Billy Graham.

Robert Robinson grew up in very unfortunate circumstances. Even after he became a Christian, he failed to deal with all the emotional baggage in his life. A hymn he wrote, "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing," is a window into the struggle going on in his life. It's also instructive for us regarding how to not make the same mistakes Robert made.

Want to live a life of abundant hope? One key is getting good and talking about hope with others. Today we examine the component parts of hope-filled living, even in the midst of trying times.

St. Francis of Assisi died almost 800 years ago. However, he continues to be a major influence on the thinking of Christians around the world. Unfortunately, one of the most oft-repeated St. Francis quotes is something he never said. Let's set the record straight AND hear a new song from another influencer: our music guy, Dr. Andy Coward.

Battling an addiction or compulsion isn't easy. Today we look at what the Bible teaches about victory over addiction, and how the body of Christ can help those who are struggling.

In a world where technology is supposed to make everything easier, does it seem life just gets harder and harder? When we're looking for the Easy Button to help us solve problems and manage difficulties, where do we turn? It turns out Jesus has some very clear teaching on the subject of ease.

According to the song, "It's the most wonderful time of the year." But for people struggling with the death of a loved one, Christmas can be the most conflicted time of the year. Today we address the issue of sorrow over the holidays and what death teaches us about Christmas.

In a world full of anxiety and dysfunction, it's vital we understand the open secret of absolute peace and hope in any storm. Let's look at what the Bible teaches about experiencing peace that passes all understanding.

God promised His people a peace that passes all understanding. Let's explore how to tap into that peace and hope, and how to invite others to experience it, as well.

Why are some people always hopeful, even during difficult times? What makes it so hard for others to find resilient hope? Let's see what the Bible teaches about becoming a person of durable hope.

One hundred years ago, Laura Ingalls Wilder composed an article so timely, it could have been written last week. It discusses the kind of work which gives meaning to life vs. the work that's drudgery and threatens to steal our joy. 

The legenday Rand McNally Road Atlas is celebrating its 100th anniversary. What can it teach us about traveling the road of life?

What do we do when life pulls the rug out from under us? Today we hear Andy Coward's story of God leading him through a very difficult time when he had to say goodbye to his professional dreams.