Lessons from Living

Feeling invisible after sixty? You're not alone—but you're far from done. Pro-age advocate Ande Lyons joins us for an inspiring conversation about breaking free from age-related expectations and rewriting the story of what it means to grow older.

At 69, Ande is the embodiment of vibrant aging. As the host of Don't Be Caged By Your Age, she showcases remarkable individuals thriving well into their 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond—proving th...

Sometimes we denigrate our efforts to jump into faith (or anything else, for that matter) as being "small" and "measly" and hardly worth mentioning.  Especially if you have a tendency toward perfectionism, you might grade your initial attempts as subpar.  This mindset can set you up for discouragement before you're even out the door.

In today's episode, Beth talks about how while we might be critical of our own efforts, Go...

Do you tend to stay stuck in the fallout of painful experiences, or find a way to create something meaningful from them? That’s exactly what Aaron Grunke chose to do after facing a brutal cancer diagnosis and enduring multiple rounds of chemotherapy at just 21 years old.

When physical training helped him heal not just his body, but also his mind and spirit, Aaron knew others needed access to the same kind of support. What started a...

When addiction invades a family, it doesn’t just break the addicted—it wounds everyone who loves them. In this powerful episode, author Kathryn Mae Inman shares the heart-wrenching journey of walking beside her son through six failed rehab attempts, relentless relapses, and the dark grip of addiction. But this is not just a story of suffering—it’s a story of rescue.

Through the depths of despair, Kathryn found an unshakable hope, an...

From the time Melody Crosby Hale was a child, a birth defect led her to believe that God would not love a flawed child.  In a desperate attempt to feel empowered, she learned to lean on alcohol and painkillers, leading to stronger and stronger drugs.  Follow this remarkable story of how God found Melody in the darkness and gently but insistently offered his love.  Today, she walks free of addiction and instead leans on the power of...

Are you one to focus on disappointing situations that come your way, causing you to become immobilized?  It's time to reframe disappointment as an inevitable part of being human but learn to give it the limited focus it deserves. Beth gives examples of how lack of progress might indicate a timing issue but encourages us to move forward nonetheless.  Informed by the Holy Spirit, God doesn't want us to be afraid to make bol...

Diagnosed with fatal Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy at six, Elijah Stacy refused to let his condition define him. Instead, at just 15, Elijah founded Destroy Duchenne to fight for a cure. Now, his work extends into biotech, public speaking, and nonprofit leadership. He shares how his experiences have shaped his character and why adversity is often the best teacher. We are privileged to enjoy this special encore vi...

Loneliness is more than an emotion—it takes a real toll on our minds, bodies, and spirits. In Lessons from Living, we dive into the power of community, why God calls us to connection, and how meaningful relationships can change lives. Some attempts at community fail, while others become lifelines in our darkest moments. Beth shares personal experiences, biblical wisdom, and a life-changing story that proves the right people in...

The wisest teachers of how to walk on the right path in this world often strayed from the path themselves.  Corwin Johnson, "C.J.", would be the first to admit that he has some regrets about the path he chose as a young man, and the opportunities he forfeited as a result.  But having earned that wisdom the hard way, he has the credibility to speak out boldly to an upcoming generation about the pitfalls of living a selfish...

From losing jobs, friends, and family to being triggered by an early sexual assault, Brittany Young knows what it's like to suffer.  She spent a large chunk of her life living the unsustainable and dysfunctional life of an alcoholic.  The good news is that Brittany also knows the victory of living in sobriety for more than a decade.  This is a hopeful story for anyone suffering from addiction, or dealing with a loved...

There has been much said about the best way to motivate and inspire our younger generations, but today we hear directly from a GenZ representative who has been carefully observing the examples of leadership she has personally witnessed. With these observations and impressions, Laura Ray Read offers listeners a fresh perspective on what it means to be a leader, and how to do it with excellence. We talk about whether everyone has the...

Have you ever suffered a psychological wound from someone in authority in your life?  Sometimes we allow these events to affect us far into the future, impacting our potential success.  Dr. April Minatrea says it doesn't have to be so: we can make a different decision to heal, and learn lessons from these life crises--including how to treat others with compassion.  Dr. Minatrea is an articulate, inspirational advocate for becoming ...

Faced with an exorbitant, self-accumulated debt, Isabel Varela made the brave decision to address her problem head-on.  Her story is one of addiction fueled by painful negative self-image.  The resulting life change required spiritual and secular work, along with an incredible persistence and determination.  If you feel buried beneath your life challenges, even if they result from your own stupidity or lapse of judgement, this epis...

Angee Robertson knows a thing or two about communicating with God.  Having navigated some difficult trials during her life, including infertility and her husband's illness, she has become acutely aware of God's desire to interact with and support her.  To that end, she has honed in on some creative ways to communicate with her Father.  We discuss the power of words, and how we tend to focus on the negative, doubting God, communicat...