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Host, Rebecca Berschwinger, discusses the complexities and sensitivities surrounding Pride Month, taking on the topics of pride and love from a biblical perspective.

Rebecca unpacks the symbolism behind the rainbow, explores the controversy surrounding Pride merchandise and cultural messages, and addresses the growing divides both inside and outside the church.

She then examines how Christians can respond to these issues—balancing...

In this special Easter episode, host, Rebecca Berschwinger, unpacks what truly made Jesus’ sacrifice so excruciating, with His suffering going far beyond physical pain by digging into the scriptures to reveal why the cry, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” represents the ultimate pain: the weight of sin and God’s wrath. Through biblical insights, she challenges us to reflect on the seriousness of sin, the gravity of what J...

In today's episode (116), host Rebecca explores the raw emotions and complex questions that arise when confronted with the harsh realities of evil in our world as we have recently been confronted with the depths of human depravity, particularly in light of recent heartbreaking events involving the Bibas family in Israel.

This has led to some in the Christian community experiencing a crisis of faith as they struggle to reconcile a g...

Today's episode offers insightful questions for the new year, aimed at revitalizing your faith journey and enhancing your spiritual life. From contemplating ways to increase your enjoyment of God to identifying and overcoming the biggest time wasters, discover practical guidance and thought-provoking prompts to help you grow closer to God in 2025.

List of Reflective Questions

1. Increasing Enjoyment ...

Navigate the true meaning of Christmas, beyond the commercial distractions in this special Christmas edition of "One Little Candle" with your host, Rebecca Berschwinger.

In this episode, titled "Be Amazed, Unwrapping God's Gifts To Us This Christmas", we delve into the profound significance of Christmas, examining it as a beacon of past, present, and future hope.

Reflecting on key scriptures, from the first promise of a Savior in G...

In today's episode(113) titled "So Trump Won, Now What Christian?" host, Rebecca Berschwinger, dives into the many responses of Donald Trump's reelection as the 47th president of the United States and explores how we, as believers, should respond to this political milestone with a heart of prayer and discernment, irrespective of our personal opinions about him.

Rebecca also stresses the importance of true Christian values, and the r...

In this timely episode titled "Election 2024: Hope and Comfort for the Christian No Matter the Outcome" This episode offers a blend of spiritual encouragement and practical advice to help you navigate through these turbulent times.

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Join host, Rebecca Berschwinger, as she offers a heaping dose of encouragement focusing on the unchanging nature of God and His unbreakable promises to us that even th...

The school bookfair is no longer a safe place for children thanks to Scholastic Books.

Remember the excitement of picking out new books as a child? Those cherished memories have been marred thanks to the changes and concerns surrounding these fairs today.

Join us as we discuss how Scholastic's overt indoctrination through LGBT-themed books conflicts with traditional views of marriage, sex, and gender, along with a critique of their ...

Key Topics

- Verses from Galatians chapter 6

- Opposition to Pride Month

- Stance that it's not aligned with the God of the Bible

- Concern for individuals, citing self-harm and depression

-Distinguishing Homosexuality from Other Sins**

- Argument that homosexuality is openly celebrated and harmful

- Biblical support for this viewpoint

- Criticism of Pride Month for promoting unnatural desires

- Highlighting impa...

Today's episode (108) dives into a very important yet sensitive topic—Pride Month.

In this episode, we'll be exploring pride, love and identity through the lens of God’s perspective, unpacking the often controversial phrase "love is love," and discussing the true essence of sacrificial love as defined by the Bible.

We'll revisit the symbolism of the rainbow, originally God's covenant with Noah, and address its current association wi...

Welcome to a very special Mother’s Day episode of “One Little Candle.”

In today’s episode (107), we’re exploring the heartfelt journey of mothers whose children might be wandering from or have rejected the path to God. It’s a tender spot many moms silently agonize over, and often, a burden of responsibility and guilt that weighs heavily on their hearts.

We’ll delve into the poignant story o...

The riveting finale of the Book of Esther, chapters 8 through 10, tell us of the momentous events that see the Jews shift from peril to victory, culminating in the establishment of the Purim festival, still celebrated to this day,  of their miraculous deliverance that ensures the safety and prosperity of the Jews. 

With God’s promises to restore and safegu...

The dramatic saga intensifies in chapters 4 to 7 of the Book of Esther.

Tune in as we explore a night of royal restlessness that shifts the fate of Mordecai, witness Haman’s fall from arrogance to humiliation, and marvel at Esther’s bravery as she orchestrates a banquet that turns into Haman’s downfall – all under the watchful, though unseen, hand of Providence.

As we recount Esther’s peril and Haman’s...

In this episode (105), we begin an intriguing study of the first 3 chapters of the book of Esther.

We’ll explore profound themes of justice, God’s underlying sovereignty, and how even in seemingly chaotic times, there’s Divine purpose at work. We also look at how we can draw parallels to today’s challenges, urging trust and hope in the face of adversity.

From Esther’s courage, Mordecai’s wisdom, ...

Join us as we delve into the heart of the purpose of church with Andrew Rappaport and members of the Christian Podcast Community.  We’ll discuss moving beyond the walls and steeples to the call of gathering, equipping and taking the gospel out into the world while confronting sobering truths about modern perceptions of the church and concerns about our priorities in ministering both to believers and ...

In today’s episode (104) , we’ll take a look at how in a world of both comfort and discomfort, we find hope in knowing that God is unchanging and faithful. As we approach Good Friday and Easter, we reflect on the immense sacrifice and the ultimate victory of Jesus. Through the darkest moments, we are reminded that God can turn bitter into sweet and that Sunday is coming. The message of redemption and grace c...

Today’s powerful episode (103), is the second part of our heart-to-heart interview with Laura Perry. In this episode, we continue the deeply moving story of Laura’s transformative journey from living as a transgender man back to embracing her God-given feminine identity.
Today, Laura opens up about her profound conversations with God, her struggle with her past identity, and her powerful testimony detailed in her must-r...

Today’s episode (102) is a profound tale of transformation featuring Laura Perry, who, joined by her husband, Perry Smalts,  shares her intense journey from grappling with gender identity and spiritual darkness to a place of healing and faith.

Laura shares her struggle and quest for identity, her  battle with demonic oppression, as well as her eye-opening return to the church she once rejected and deemed intolerant and the ac...