Episodes

  • #422 - The Power (and Theology) of Gratitude

    #422 - The Power (and Theology) of Gratitude
    Nov 20 2024
    Today, I wanted to talk about something that’s been on my heart lately: gratitude. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, my family and I started a new tradition this year-a gratitude wall in our living room. Every day, we write down things we’re thankful for, and it’s sparked some really meaningful conversations with our kids about seeing God’s blessings in our lives. Gratitude has the power to change us. So, this week, I wanted to chat about what a biblical approach to Thanksgiving truly looks like. Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving with your loved ones, and I’ll see you back here in December! 2:14– The Theology Of Gratitude • Gratitude is a response to who God is • God is the giver of every blessing in our lives • Gratitude is an act of worship 7:00 – Practical Expressions Of Gratitude • Having a heart that acknowledges God • Gratitude through worship • Gratitude through action 10:38 – Gratitude During Difficult Seasons • Psalm 34:1 • Trusting God’s presence and promises • How are you practicing gratitude this season? FEATURED QUOTES “Even when life- especially right now, heading into the holiday season- feels chaotic, God's goodness and His love is constant, and so it gives us this reason to be thankful.” “Gratitude is…an act of worship. It's a way that we acknowledge God's rightful place in our lives as Lord and King.” “Gratitude isn't just what we say. Gratitude is how we live… It's our it's our words and our actions- word and deed- coming together.” Connect with me: http://www.stillbeingmolly.com http://instagram.com/stillbeingmolly http://instagram.com/canilaughpod http://twitter.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/canilaughpod http://tiktok.com/@stillbeingmolly GET YOUR COPY of ‘IF I DON’T LAUGH, I’LL CRY” TODAY: Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/IIDLICbn Amazon: https://amzn.to/48VYFkG ChristianBook: https://bit.ly/IIDLICcb Target: https://bit.ly/3Shh3Q2 Walmart: https://bit.ly/3MmGVpJ Indie Bound: https://bit.ly/IIDLICib Audible: https://amzn.to/3ITcdm8 Kindle: https://amzn.to/3ITaSvv About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.
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    16 mins
  • #421 - Rediscovering True Worship - Return to Love with Shana Wilson-Williams and Melinda Watts

    #421 - Rediscovering True Worship - Return to Love with Shana Wilson-Williams and Melinda Watts
    Nov 13 2024
    I am thrilled to be joined by the amazing and talented Shana Wilson Williams and Melinda Watts in today’s episode. Shana is a pastor’s daughter, worship leader and songwriter from Detroit. Melinda is a family lifestyle travel creator, speaker, and worship leader from Atlanta. These two incredible women have come alongside other talented artists to create the album, Return To Love, which calls the church back to its true purpose by embracing authentic worship and community. It showcases a rich blend of musical styles and diverse voices, all centered on the powerful theme of rediscovering true worship and love in a divided world. As we come off of this election season, Shana and Melinda are here to remind us how important it is to examine our hearts, prioritize our relationship with God, and better love ourselves, our families and our neighbors. I hope you’ll join us for this rich conversation and will give this powerful album a listen! 4:14 – Shana 101 From DetroitMom and wifePastor’s daughter and worship leader 7:00 – Melinda 101 From New Jersey, now in AtlantaMom and wifeWorship leader with a love for ministry 8:21 – Return To Love How this collaborative project came togetherThe meaning behind this albumReturning to the feet of Jesus 11:57 – Rediscovering True Worship Lessons from RevelationRediscovering a deep connection with GodPutting aside our differencesLoving yourself to love others well 20:19 – Overflowing Love: A Call To Kingdom Being mindful of what you consumeWorship that brings your attention back to the presence of GodLeading by example and focusing on kingdom valuesBreaking bread with those who are different than you 36:00 – Takeaways Shana and Melinda’s hope for this projectConnecting with Shana and Melinda FEATURED QUOTES “We need to not just be waiting for Him to return but be ready for Him to return. And the only way we can be ready is if we return back to what it was supposed to be- that's genuine love, genuine community, genuine fellowship with one another, putting aside our own motives or agendas or views…and returning to the sacredness of who Jesus is.” “We are supposed to be known in the world by our love and so to see this project focus on love is really helping us get back to what we should be known by.” “I hope that after listening to this project, that people reevaluate their relationships- their relationships with one another, with fellow Christians, non-Christians, and that we would keep love at the center.” ADDITIONAL RESOURCES OR LINKS THAT NEED TO BE INCLUDED IN POST Listen to the Return To Love Album: https://www.returntolovealbum.com/ Learn more about Shana https://www.shanawilsonwilliams.com/sww Shana on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shanawilsonwilliams/?hl=en Shana on Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@shanawilsonwilliams Shana on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC98C1ok21B5YlR4xF22vTlw Learn more about Melinda https://www.melindawatts.com/ Melinda on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/melindawattsglobal/ Medina on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/melindawattsmusic/ Melinda on Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@melindawatts_ Connect with me: http://www.stillbeingmolly.com http://instagram.com/stillbeingmolly http://instagram.com/canilaughpod http://twitter.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/canilaughpod http://tiktok.com/@stillbeingmolly GET YOUR COPY of ‘IF I DON’T LAUGH, I’LL CRY” TODAY: Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/IIDLICbn Amazon: https://amzn.to/48VYFkG ChristianBook: https://bit.ly/IIDLICcb Target: https://bit.ly/3Shh3Q2 Walmart: https://bit.ly/3MmGVpJ Indie Bound: https://bit.ly/IIDLICib Audible: https://amzn.to/3ITcdm8 Kindle: https://amzn.to/3ITaSvv About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.
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    40 mins
  • #420 - How Do I Get A Book Published?!

    #420 - How Do I Get A Book Published?!
    Nov 6 2024
    Welcome to episode 420! Today, it's just me, and I'm tackling one of the most frequently asked questions I’ve received since the release of my first book, If I Don’t Laugh, I’ll Cry. And that is… “How do I get a book published?” A recent study showed that more than 80% of Americans dream of writing and publishing a book. So, in today’s conversation, I’m going to walk you through the basics of book publishing and share the tips and tricks I learned along the way. If you've ever imagined holding your own book in your hands or are just curious about the publishing world, stick around. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer idea of where to start and how the process works! 2:37 – Understanding Your Options · The different approaches to publishing · Getting an agent · Creating a book proposal 6:50 – Finding Your Team · Researching agents who specialize in your genre · Putting together your query letter · Showing agents your personality 12:03 – The Book Proposal Process · What is a book proposal? · Showing your knowledge and commitment · Sample chapters 15:49 – Self-Publishing and Hybrid Publishing · Hiring your team · Don’t forget about marketing! · Considerations for hybrid publishing 19:25 – Okay… So Where Do I Start?! · Polishing your manuscript · Having a book proposal · Defining your goals + researching options · Establishing relationships + thinking about marketing · Don’t give up! FEATURED QUOTES “If you don't hear back or you get a rejection, you can't let it discourage you. Tons of successful, famous authors have received multiple rejections before finding the right fit. So, you are not alone. It is part of the process.” “The writing community in general is incredibly supportive and has been vital in my own process.” “Publishing a book, writing a book is a marathon, not a sprint…Rejections are going to happen. Timelines are going to change. Things are not going to go the way that you want them to go, but you have to keep going. You have to have that end goal in mind and focus on the end result that you're really, really looking for, because that part is incredibly rewarding.” Punchline Agency https://punchlineagency.com/ Hope Writers https://www.hopewriters.com/ Connect with me: http://www.stillbeingmolly.com http://instagram.com/stillbeingmolly http://instagram.com/canilaughpod http://twitter.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/canilaughpod http://tiktok.com/@stillbeingmolly GET YOUR COPY of ‘IF I DON’T LAUGH, I’LL CRY” TODAY: Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/IIDLICbn Amazon: https://amzn.to/48VYFkG ChristianBook: https://bit.ly/IIDLICcb Target: https://bit.ly/3Shh3Q2 Walmart: https://bit.ly/3MmGVpJ Indie Bound: https://bit.ly/IIDLICib Audible: https://amzn.to/3ITcdm8 Kindle: https://amzn.to/3ITaSvv About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.
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    24 mins
  • #419 How to Find Hope In Suffering and Grief with Mattie Jackson

    #419 How to Find Hope In Suffering and Grief with Mattie Jackson
    Oct 30 2024
    I'm thrilled to welcome my dear friend, Mattie Jackson, back to the show! You may remember her from earlier this year, and I was so inspired by our chat that I had to invite her back- especially with the release of her new book, Through the Valley of Grief. Mattie is an author, podcaster, and speaker whose life changed dramatically when she tragically lost her 28-year-old husband to a traumatic brain injury just weeks before their first anniversary. Despite her grief, she has used her story to give glory to God and to bring others hope and healing. Her new book is a 365-day devotional, carefully crafted to guide readers through spiritual practices that offer hope and peace during times of grief. If you or someone you know is walking through loss right now, I hope that this episode- and Mattie’s devotional- will be a source of comfort and inspiration. 6:02 – Mattie 201 • Having a baby • Releasing her second book • The difference between Lemons and this new devotional 13:52 – Walking Through Grief • The four practices to navigate grief • Feeling grief without getting stuck in it • Actions and tools to move toward hope and healing 27:02 – Finding Freedom In Hope • The courage required to hope • Don’t let Satan steal present joy • God’s message of hope 41:23 – Closing Remarks • Helping others through the grieving process • Getting your copy of Mattie’s book FEATURED QUOTES “This was really hard fought, hard written, five years in the making- and it was a lot of work, and so I'm really proud of it in that way as a writer.” “We need to be affirmed in our pain, and that's important, but we also need to be called to act in it.” “There is such freedom in the action of hoping, even though you don't know what the final outcome is going to be.” “The courage to hope in a very broken situation, in a very rightly anxiety-producing world, is going to only come from God's Word.” Learn more about Mattie: Get your copy of Through The Valley of Grief https://www.amazon.com/Through-Valley-Grief-Devotional-Spiritual/dp/0593601238 Get your copy of Lemons On Friday https://www.amazon.com/Lemons-Friday-Trusting-Greatest-Heartbreak/dp/0785241272/ref=asc_df_0785241272?nodl=1&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=675601147131&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16219095298050732835&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYtFXuwWotiZA-6LEU-IvYhl8AlHMjw6dcuilzZnQUl6pI2as2x1W99FzU_aem_PH7jpc88JU1KxPkE8PIAgA Mattie on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mattiejackson/?hl=en Mattie on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mattiejacksonofficial/ In Joy Life Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-joy-life-with-mattie-jackson/id1667357187 Connect with me: http://www.stillbeingmolly.com http://instagram.com/stillbeingmolly http://instagram.com/canilaughpod http://twitter.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/canilaughpod http://tiktok.com/@stillbeingmolly GET YOUR COPY of ‘IF I DON’T LAUGH, I’LL CRY” TODAY: Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/IIDLICbn Amazon: https://amzn.to/48VYFkG ChristianBook: https://bit.ly/IIDLICcb Target: https://bit.ly/3Shh3Q2 Walmart: https://bit.ly/3MmGVpJ Indie Bound: https://bit.ly/IIDLICib Audible: https://amzn.to/3ITcdm8 Kindle: https://amzn.to/3ITaSvv About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.
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    46 mins
  • #418 Run Over By the Grace Train with Pastor Joby Martin

    #418 Run Over By the Grace Train with Pastor Joby Martin
    Oct 23 2024
    My guest this week is the incredible and hilarious Joby Martin, the lead pastor of The Church of Eleven22 in Jacksonville, Florida. Since launching the church in 2012, Joby has been at the forefront of a movement that helps people from all walks of life discover and deepen their relationship with Jesus. Beyond his leadership at The Church of Eleven22, Joby is also an author, speaker, husband, and father of two beautiful children. His newest book Run Over By the Grace Train: How the Unstoppable Love of God Transforms Everything just hit shelves this September. I hope you’ll join us today as we talk about this concept of grace and explore how we can better understand and apply it in our daily lives. I had an absolute blast learning from Joby's wisdom and getting into the nitty gritty on this subject! 2:09 – Joby 101 Getting saved in high school Feeling called to ministry Planting a church in Jacksonville Connecting to people through comedy 12:30 – The Importance Of Grace In Today’s Culture How grace is often misunderstood and misapplied Grace transforms everything We need grace daily 16:37 – Defining Grace How grace is defined by scripture Grace brings the dead to life God’s relentless pursuit of us 26:50 – Encouragement For Those Struggling With Grace Investigating the Bible and seeking a relationship with Jesus The Gospel of John Being open to the transformative power of grace 35:18 – Final Thoughts Who is Jesus to you? Everything Jesus has for us is good Grace has a face Connecting with Joby FEATURED QUOTES “I've also realized in preaching, if I just preach from my own failures and weaknesses, I never run out of material.” “If you got hit by a train, your whole life would be different. You can't say that you've been hit by the grace of Jesus, and things don't change in your life.” “I promise you, there's more grace in Jesus than sin in you, and He wants you, and He's not disappointed to choose you.” -- Learn more about Joby: https://www.jobymartin.com/ Get your copy of Run Over By The Grace Train https://www.jobymartin.com/books/grace-train Church of Eleven22 https://coe22.com/ Joby on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jobypmartin/ Joby on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@jobypmartin Joby on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PastorJobyMartin Connect with me: http://www.stillbeingmolly.com http://instagram.com/stillbeingmolly http://instagram.com/canilaughpod http://twitter.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/canilaughpod http://tiktok.com/@stillbeingmolly GET YOUR COPY of ‘IF I DON’T LAUGH, I’LL CRY” TODAY: Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/IIDLICbn Amazon: https://amzn.to/48VYFkG ChristianBook: https://bit.ly/IIDLICcb Target: https://bit.ly/3Shh3Q2 Walmart: https://bit.ly/3MmGVpJ Indie Bound: https://bit.ly/IIDLICib Audible: https://amzn.to/3ITcdm8 Kindle: https://amzn.to/3ITaSvv About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.
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    43 mins
  • #417 Why Women Were Called to Lead with Sophie Hudson of Big Boo Cast

    #417 Why Women Were Called to Lead with Sophie Hudson of Big Boo Cast
    Oct 16 2024

    You are in for a treat this week! My guest is the hilarious and amazing Sophie Hudson. Sophie is a best-selling author and a beloved podcaster who started blogging at BooMama.net in 2005 and has co-hosted The Big Boo Cast since 2007- roles that make her feel like the internet's mee-maw. She's known for her infectious laugh, love of live sports, and cooking her mama's recipes for friends.

    Her latest book, A Fine Sight to See: Leading Because You Were Made for It, explores leadership principles from the book of Exodus, touching on the important role women played in Moses’s life and the Israelites’ journey to freedom. Sophie’s approachable style and love for laughter make her work- and this episode- so insightful and incredibly fun. We had an absolute blast as Sophie shared her heart and her wisdom. You don’t want to miss this one!

    2:23 – Sophie 101

    Southern accents, morning weddings & the power of a good nap
    Living in Birmingham, Alabama
    Starting a blog in 2005 and co-hosting a podcast
    An unexpected journey to full-time writing


    20:42 – Women In Leadership

    How Sophie landed on Exodus 1-20 for her book
    The challenges women face in leadership roles in the church
    Using the language of leadership for women

    33:40 – Developing Humble Leadership

    The balance between confidence and humility in leadership
    Leadership that reminds people of who God is
    Leading with a quiet life
    Practicing your gifts in private

    45:58 – Closing Thoughts

    Bonding over musical theater
    Getting your copy of A Fine Sight To See

    FEATURED QUOTES

    “I think Moses is a leadership manual for all of us, women or men.”

    “We need men to lead, but we also need women to lead, and women are underrepresented in leadership in our churches.”

    “If you have influence over one other person, you're a leader in that person's life.”


    Learn more about Sophie:

    BooMama

    https://www.boomama.net/

    https://www.boomama.net/about-me/

    Get your copy of A Fine Sight To See

    https://www.amazon.com/Fine-Sight-See-Leading-Because/dp/0764243349

    Sophie on Instagram

    https://www.instagram.com/boomama205/?hl=en

    Sophie on Facebook

    https://www.facebook.com/SophieHudsonBooMama/

    The Big Boo Cast

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-boo-cast/id262921699

    Connect with me:

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    About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?

    Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.

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  • #416 Hey Jesus, it's Us, We Have Thoughts with Ellen Skrmetti

    #416 Hey Jesus, it's Us, We Have Thoughts with Ellen Skrmetti
    Oct 9 2024
    I’m so excited to welcome the hilarious and amazing Ellen Skrmetti to the show today! Ellen first rose to fame during the COVID-19 pandemic, capturing hearts with her Instagram sketches where she "calls" Jesus for advice. Her account went viral in the spring of 2022, racking up millions of views and a devoted following. Now, Ellen has just released her first book, Hey Jesus, It’s Me: I Have Questions, Comments, and Concerns, where she brings her signature Southern charm and wit to tackle topics like motherhood, menopause, and menus- subjects her fans have come to love. Trust me, you won't want to miss this episode- Ellen and I had a blast (and even did a bit or two). I can’t wait for you to hear it! 7:35 – Ellen 101 Studying at Second City Growing an Instagram following Starting comedy after a career in advertising sales Waiting on God’s timing 12:52 – God Math The importance of timing and faith Doing your reasonable best 16:33 – Faith, Comedy, and Southern Charm How Ellen’s faith and Southern upbringing influence her comedy The mix of truth and absurdity in comedy Starting rumors about Nate Bargatze!! 22:41 – Hey Jesus! The evolution of Ellen’s sketches How the “Hey Jesus” sketches resonated with people Wholesome and positive comedy in a world filled with negativity Menopause, y’all! 31:34 – Final thoughts Connecting with Ellen Getting your copy of Hey Jesus FEATURED QUOTES “Even though my path is so unconventional... it's God's path.” “My goal with the book is for people to remember that He does want our sad, He does want our fears, He wants everything… He wants to laugh with you. I mean, He created laughter.” "People want something wholesome and people want something to cling to that's positive because there's so much negative." Learn more about Ellen: https://ellenskrmetti.com/ Ellen on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/justskrmetti/?hl=en Get your copy of Hey Jesus https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1546007040?tag=hacboogrosit-20 Ellen’s upcoming shows and signings https://ellenskrmetti.com/about-appearances/ Ellen on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYobCHqa6CKHHjutgw80rw Ellen on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ellen.skrmetti/ Connect with me: http://www.stillbeingmolly.com http://instagram.com/stillbeingmolly http://instagram.com/canilaughpod http://twitter.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/canilaughpod http://tiktok.com/@stillbeingmolly GET YOUR COPY of ‘IF I DON’T LAUGH, I’LL CRY” TODAY: Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/IIDLICbn Amazon: https://amzn.to/48VYFkG ChristianBook: https://bit.ly/IIDLICcb Target: https://bit.ly/3Shh3Q2 Walmart: https://bit.ly/3MmGVpJ Indie Bound: https://bit.ly/IIDLICib Audible: https://amzn.to/3ITcdm8 Kindle: https://amzn.to/3ITaSvv About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.
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  • #415 Finding Perfect Peace in the Character of God with Jonny Ardavanis

    #415 Finding Perfect Peace in the Character of God with Jonny Ardavanis
    Oct 2 2024
    My guest this week is Jonny Ardavanis, Lead Pastor of Stonebridge Bible Church in Franklin, Tennessee, and founder of Dial In Ministries, an organization dedicated to providing biblical resources for the next generation. Previously serving as a camp director at Hume Lake Christian Camps and dean at The Master's University, Jonny’s passion is helping people know and love Jesus through a deeper understanding of His Word. In this episode, we dive into his new book, Consider the Lilies: Finding Perfect Peace in the Character of God. With statistics showing that one-third of teenagers have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder and one in four young adults have experienced suicidal thoughts in recent years, Jonny offers a compassionate, biblically-centered approach to addressing anxiety, depression, and other mental health struggles. This is such a powerful and timely conversation, whether you're personally navigating these challenges or supporting someone who is. You don’t want to miss this! 2:26 – Jonny 101 Husband and girl dad Pastor of Stonebridge Bible Church in Tennessee President of Dial In Ministries 4:35 – Consider The Lilies Jonny’s experience at Hume Lake Providing a resource that addresses anxiety from a biblical perspective Understanding God’s character in addressing anxiety 12:12 – Living In An Anxious World The root causes of anxiety and worry The stories of Job, David and Elijah Jesus addressing anxiety in scripture 31:28 – Finding Hope and Healing Experiencing holy hindsight Practical steps for those dealing with anxiety Christian counseling and community support The hope and joy found in Christ FEATURED QUOTES “To be human in the world in which we live is to be prone to anxiety.” “What is anxiety? Well, I use the definition that it's anytime we take our eyes off of God and fix our gaze instead on the problems, pressures, and uncertainties of life.” “If God loves, cares, provides for the lilies and the birds…how much more does God love, provide, care and nurture those who are made in His image and who have been blood bought by his one and only Son, Jesus Christ?” Learn more about Jonny: https://www.forthegospel.org/jonny-ardavanis Jonny on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jonnyardavanis/?hl=en Pre-order your copy of Consider The Lilies https://www.amazon.com/Consider-Lilies-Finding-Perfect-Character/dp/0310368243 Stonebridge Bible Church https://stonebridgebible.org/ Dial In Ministries https://dialinministries.org/ Dial In Ministries on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5fYWHTNemqp9aZC232eg Dial In Ministries on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dialinministries/?hl=en Dial In Ministries on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/p/Dial-In-Ministries-100063760952717/ Dial In Podcast https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3166a6da-ec56-457f-a56b-f513711d2dfe/dial-in-with-jonny-ardavanis Bio Jonny Ardavanis is the lead pastor of Stonebridge Bible Church in Franklin, Tennessee, and the founder and president of Dial In Ministries, a ministry that provides biblical resourcing for the next generation. Jonny formerly served as both a camp director at Hume Lake Christian Camps and as a dean at The Master’s University. Jonny is passionate that people come to know and love Jesus Christ as they pursue a deeper understanding of His Word. Jonny lives in Franklin, Tennessee, with his wife, Caity Jean, and their two daughters. DialinMinistries.org instagram.com/JonnyArdavanis ; instagram.com/DialinMinistries youtube.com/@DialinMinistries x.com/DialinMin Podcast: Dial In with Jonny Ardavanis Connect with me: http://www.stillbeingmolly.com http://instagram.com/stillbeingmolly http://instagram.com/canilaughpod http://twitter.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/canilaughpod http://tiktok.com/@stillbeingmolly GET YOUR COPY of ‘IF I DON’T LAUGH, I’LL CRY” TODAY: Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/IIDLICbn Amazon: https://amzn.to/48VYFkG ChristianBook: https://bit.ly/IIDLICcb Target: https://bit.ly/3Shh3Q2 Walmart: https://bit.ly/3MmGVpJ Indie Bound: https://bit.ly/IIDLICib Audible: https://amzn.to/3ITcdm8 Kindle: https://amzn.to/3ITaSvv About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.
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    49 mins