Nathan continues his conversation with his friend, Sarah Frerking, where she vulnerably shares her journey through the devastating experiences of miscarriages and the loss of their firstborn son, Josiah. In this powerful discussion, Sarah reflects on how she processed her grief, initially in unhealthy ways, but eventually discovered a path to healing. She speaks openly about how her grief journey transformed, ultimately leading her to a place of unexpected gratitude for Josiah’s death. This conversation offers profound insights into the complexities of grief, healing, and the hope that can emerge from even the deepest loss. *Please note, this discussion takes place in two episodes. This is episode two.*
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The Power of Giving Thanks
In the face of difficult people and circumstances, giving thanks to God can feel like the last thing we want to do. Yet, it’s in those moments of difficulty that gratitude holds the greatest power. Choosing to thank God —even despite circumstances — doesn’t ignore the pain; it redirects our focus back to His unchanging… Continue reading The Power of Giving Thanks
STB108 | Coping & Resolving Loss + Sarah P2:E1
Nathan continues his conversation with his friend, Sarah Frerking, where she vulnerably shares her journey through the devastating experiences of miscarriages and the loss of their firstborn son, Josiah. In this powerful discussion, Sarah reflects on how she processed her grief, initially in unhealthy ways, but eventually discovered a path to healing. She speaks openly about how her grief journey transformed, ultimately leading her to a place of unexpected gratitude for Josiah’s death. This conversation offers profound insights into the complexities of grief, healing, and the hope that can emerge from even the deepest loss. *Please note, this discussion takes place in two episodes. This is episode one.*
Colorblind and Unresolved Issues — How Are You Harming Those Around You
As someone who’s colorblind, I’ve learned that not seeing certain colors can be dangerous. Like when I can’t tell the difference between red and yellow flashing lights at night — so I don’t know if I should stop or if we can nonchalantly drive through an intersection. Our unresolved issues are similar to being colorblind.… Continue reading Colorblind and Unresolved Issues — How Are You Harming Those Around You
STB107 | Grieving the Loss of a Child + Sarah P1
Nathan talks with Sarah Frerking about the heartbreak of her miscarriages and losing her firstborn, Josiah. She opens up about the raw, overwhelming emotions of grief and the difficult, messy process of navigating devastating loss. She shares how she and her husband, Scott Frerking, held tightly to a hope-filled but painful faith, even in the face of unanswered prayers and shattered expectations. Their journey reveals both the depths of their sorrow and the resilience of their trust in God amid profound heartbreak.
Struggling To Cultivate A Heart After God?
Have you ever admired someone’s heart for God and thought, “I wish I could have that kind of faith”? Here’s the good news: you can! David wasn’t perfect, but his humility, devotion, and reliance on the Holy Spirit made him a man after God’s heart. This is a lifestyle we’re all invited to embrace.… Continue reading Struggling To Cultivate A Heart After God?
What’s your word for the year?
As we enter a brand-new year, I want to encourage you to take some time to pray and ask God for a “word” for the year ahead. I usually ask God to give me something to focus my prayers and vision for the year. This year, the word was “HOPE”. This word has a lot… Continue reading What’s your word for the year?
STB106 | BSE | Christmas: It’s Christian Origins
BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION – Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about Christmas and its origins. They also discuss several Christmas traditions and why traditions are important to communities.
STB105 | BSE | Incarnation: Jesus + Flesh P2
BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION – Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about the incarnation of Jesus — God becoming real humanity. They discuss how the New Testament reveals the fulfilled Hebrew prophesies of a real flesh-and-blood human messiah.
STB104 | Fathers + Phil
Nathan shoots the breeze with Phil Reeves about the importance of our fathers and our need to resolve deficiencies and offenses that our fathers demonstrate toward us in our growing-up years. He also shares his journey with God the Father and how he resolved his distorted perceptions of Him.
