Your Hope Coach

How to Know God is For Me, Not Against Me | EP59

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500

When we face devastating circumstances in our lives, how do we know God is for us?

In the midst of our deepest struggles, we can sometimes feel like God’s hand is against us. Naomi in the Bible felt that way, as well. In today’s episode, Carmen and Kristine reveal how to know God is for us and not against us. Do you ever feel alone or separated from God? Today’s message is for you.

Listen in to find encouragement and hope.

Verses mentioned in today’s episode:

Ruth 1.6-13

Romans 8.38-39

Romans 5:5

Romans 8:31

Resources to discover more about Naomi in the Bible:

Refilled: Finding Fullness in God When Life Leaves You Empty -

https://morethanyourself.com/refilled

Blog post, “Call Me Mara” - https://morethanyourself.com/blog/call-me-mara

Real Ways to Win the Battle with What-If Questions | EP58

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0500

When faced with uncertainty, do what-if questions take over your thoughts? Do you find yourself thinking about all the bad things that could happen and struggling to hold on to hope?

In this latest episode with Carmen and Kristine, you’ll discover two real, practical ways to win the battle with what-if questions. What-ifs can lead to fear, worry, or doubt, but we have a greater power within us to help us live victoriously. Discover strategies that lead to hope as you listen to today’s conversation.

Verses discussed in this episode:

Psalm 124

Psalm 124.1 (NLT and CEB versions)

Romans 8.31

Psalm 118.6-7

Resources to take the topic deeper:

Carmen & Kristine’s previous episode, The Best Way to Handle What-If Questions:

/https://carmenhorne.com/2023/02/the-best-way-to-handle-what-if-questions-epo4/

On Apple Podcasts:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-way-to-handle-what-if-questions-ep04/id1658393201?i=1000599943470

On YouTube:

https://youtu.be/odcjYPaYu7w?si=x1GE_WxYKuvoDPOB

Contact Carmen and Kristine:

https://carmenhorne.com

https://kristinebrown.net

How to Sleep When Your Heart is Troubled | EP57

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Is anxiety and worry keeping you awake at night? The midnight hours seem to be made for worrying about things Jesus tells us not to worry about. In this episode, Carmen offers a prescription, based on Scripture, for a better night’s sleep.

Verses Used:

Matthew 11.28

Philippians 4.6-7

2 Corinthians 1.8-9

2 Corinthians 11.23-28

Isaiah 26.3

Psalm 121.4

Matthew 19.26

Links to receive download PDF: Rx for Sleep: 8 Verses to Help You Sleep Better

Contact Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/about-me/

Do Hard Seasons Stop Me From Bearing Fruit? | EP56

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500

When you are in a difficult season, do you feel like your spiritual fruit-bearing is put on hold? Using the example of a fig tree at a local restaurant, Carmen helps us see how our surrendered life continues to bear fruit, even when we feel spiritually dry and unconnected.

Verses mentioned:

Psalm 1

John 15

Galatians 5.22-23

Carmen’s blog post: When Harsh Conditions Expose Our Roots

Connect with Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/about-me/

Holding On to Faith When Your Struggle Returns - Part 2 | EP55

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Welcome to part two of our summer episode, Holding on to Faith When Your Struggle Returns.

In this conversation, for those who are facing difficulties for the second time, Kristine and Carmen discuss how to keep the faith when we feel weary from battle. When struggles come back again and again, we can move forward with confidence, joy, and peace with God’s Word as our guide.

Verses mentioned in this episode:

Judges 6.14

2 Corinthians 12.9

Hebrews 12.15

Psalm 5.3

Psalm 119.105

Resources for more encouragement:

How to Be Free from Bitterness: 5-Day Devotional with Naomi in the Bible - https://morethanyourself.com/free-from-bitterness

Freedom from Bitterness: Jesus’ 70 x 7 - https://carmenhorne.com/2025/04/freedom-from-bitterness-jesus-seventy-times-seven-ep-51/

Listen to Part One here - https://carmenhorne.com/podcast/

Contact Carmen and Kristine:

Carmen - https://carmenhorne.com

Kristine - https://kristinebrown.net

Holding on to Faith When Your Struggle Returns - Part 1

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0500

When we face a familiar struggle again in our lives, how do we hold on to our faith? In this episode, co-hosts Carmen and Kristine reveal 4 things that can affect our faith when a struggle returns and how to guard against them.

In today’s conversation, Kristine shares from her own recent experience with a struggle that returned and how it impacted her faith. Through real-life examples along with biblical truth, listeners will discover hope, purpose, and steadfast faith to face even the most difficult trials that come back again.

Verses mentioned in this episode:

Judges 6.12-14

Judges 6-8

Psalm 56.3

Resources for more encouragement:

When Fear Overwhelms Our Hearts - https://carmenhorne.com/2016/02/1633/

3 Ways to Combat Fear - https://carmenhorne.com/2023/08/3-ways-to-combat-fear-ep15/

Contact Carmen and Kristine:

Carmen - https://carmenhorne.com/

Kristine - https://kristinebrown.net

What to do When You are Stuck in God's Waiting Room | EP53

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 18:00:00 -0500

Are you facing a situation where you feel you need more information on your next steps, but God seems quiet? In this episode, Carmen shares insight into how we rest in God's faithfulness while we wait.

Verses mentioned:

Judges 13.8, 21

Joshua 3.14-17

Psalm 119.105

Proverbs 16.9

Carmen's blog post: God's Waiting Room - https://carmenhorne.com/2018/03/gods-waiting-room/

Previous episode links:

Finding Joy While We Wait - https://carmenhorne.com/2023/04/finding-joy-while-we-wait-ep07/

How to Keep Trusting God While You Wait - https://carmenhorne.com/2024/03/how-to-keep-trusting-god-while-you-wait-ep30/

Contact Carmen:

https://carmenhorne.com/about-me/

Can Age Affect How God Uses Us? | EP52

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Growing older brings thoughts and feelings about how our age will impact how God uses us. Even when those around us may discount our ability to contribute, God never does. Join Carmen and Ellen as they discuss various ways God still uses us, regardless of our season of life.

Verses Mentioned:

Psalm 71.9

Proverbs 20.29

Job 12.12

Titus 2.3-5

Psalm 92.14-15

1 Corinthians 15.58

Philippians 4.9

Philippians 1.6

2 Timothy 4.6-7

Resource Links:

Ellen's Blog Posts:

The Big Six O Noooooo! https://www.ellenchauvin.com/2018/07/the-big-six-oh-noooooo/

Getting Sappy the Jesus Way https://www.ellenchauvin.com/2019/07/getting-sappy-the-jesus-way/

Grace Maps Book: https://carmenhorne.com/grace-maps/

Contact Us:

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/

Ellen: https://www.ellenchauvin.com/

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Freedom From Bitterness: Jesus' Seventy Times Seven | EP 51

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:00:00 -0500

Does Jesus' command to forgive "seventy times seven" seem impossible? In Carmen's unique way, she unfolds how following this command might look in real life and how its pursuit impacts bitterness in our hearts.

Verses used:

Matthew 18.21-22

James 1.5

Ephesians 4.32

Links:

Kristine and Carmen's Podcast: Did I Forgive Even Though I Can't Forget? - https://carmenhorne.com/2023/11/did-i-forgive-even-though-i-cant-forget-ep22/

Carmen's blog posts:

Forgiveness and Trust Are Not The Same - https://carmenhorne.com/2019/02/does-forgiving-you-mean-i-must-trust-you/

Why Does Forgiveness Feel So Risky? - https://carmenhorne.com/2014/10/why-does-forgiveness-feel-so-risky/

Contact Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/

Contact Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

3 Reasons Jesus is a Reliable Guide | EP50

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0500

We've all heard the saying that we can't see the forest for the trees. How do we find the path forward when we are so deep in the weeds that our path seems hidden? In this episode, Carmem and Ellen open God's Word and share a bit of their personal journeys in learning to follow Jesus, the Good Shepherd.

Verses mentioned:

Psalm 23.3 (NLT)

John 4.29 (NLT)

Isaiah 49.15-16 (NLT)

John 10.3 (NLT)

Psalm 94.11 (NLT)

John 14.17 (NLT)

Hebrews 13.5 (CSB)

Psalm 119.107 (NASB)

Luke 15.5 (NASB)

Psalm 31. (NIV)

Psalm18.19 (NIV)

Psalm 118.5 (NIV)

Revelation 7.17 (NLT)

Resources:

Carmen's Condemnation or Conviction Guide: https://carmenhorne.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Condemnation-or-Conviction.pdf

Carmen's blog post: A Gate, a Shepherd, and His Sheep:

https://carmenhorne.com/2017/12/a-gate-a-shepherd-and-his-sheep/

Contact Us:

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/

Ellen: https://www.ellenchauvin.com/

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

How Do I Find Satisfaction When Life Feels So Unsatisfying? | EP49

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Most of us struggle inwardly to find contentment. Listen in as Carmen offers biblical examples of how to find the satisfaction we seek.

Verses mentioned:

Exodus 3.14

John 6. 35, 48, 51

John 10.10

1 John 5.12

Ecclesiastes 3.11

Contact Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Feeling Like You Don't Belong? There's Hope | EP48

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0600

Have you ever felt left out? The feeling of not fitting in or belonging is universal. In our episode today, Carmen introduces Ellen Chauvin as guest host. They discuss those feelings and offer hope from God's Word and personal experiences.

Bible Verses mentioned:

The Book of Daniel

Isaiah 43.4

Ephesians 2.10

Romans 12.2

1 Corinthians 12.25-27

Resources:

Ellen's Book: Longing to Belong: Filling the Longings of Our Heart with the Hope of Home:

https://www.amazon.com/Longing-Belong-Filling-Longings-Hearts/dp/B0DLKMCX2B/

Ellen's resource: 3 Stepping Stones to a Heavenly Mindset

Connect with Carmen, Ellen, and Kristine:

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/

Ellen: https://www.ellenchauvin.com/

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

What It Means to Lament in Trying Times | EP47

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0600

What is the purpose of lament in the Bible? Is it still significant for us today? In this episode, Carmen and Kristine discuss the importance of lamenting and why it’s our best response when we’re blindsided by devastating circumstances.

Listen in as Carmen and Kristine share their personal experiences, discuss biblical examples of lament, and explain how it can help us through our most trying times.

Verses mentioned in this episode:

Lamentations 3.22-26

Job 13.15

John 11.21-22

Romans 8.26-27

Resources for more encouragement:

https://morethanyourself.com/blog/asking-god-hard-questions

https://lisaappelo.com/processing-grief-through-lament/

Carmen - https://carmenhorne.com/

Kristine - https://kristinebrown.net

3 Biblical Strategies for a Healthy New Year | EP46

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0600

Some of us will look back on the previous year with mixed emotions. Hopefully, lots of good happened, but if your year was like many of us, it was also cluttered with heartbreaks and disappointments.

Carmen offers us 3 Biblical Strategies for a Healthy New Year in this episode. Let’s begin by focusing on spiritual, emotional, and physical health. The phrase going around is that 2025 is the year to thrive. That sounds like a pretty good declaration.

Verses mentioned:

2 Timothy 3.16-17

1 Corinthians 6.19-20

Genesis 1.29

Psalm 91

Isaiah 26.3

3 John 1.2

Links:

YouVersion Bible App - https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/

The Bible Recap With Tara-Leigh Cobble:

YouVersion: http://bible.com/r/B1rhttp://bible.com/r/B1r
Tara's Website: https://www.thebiblerecap.com/

Leslie Sansone's Walk at Home: https://www.youtube.com/@LeslieSansonesWalkatHome

How To Live with Less Overthinking and More Peace | EP45

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0600

Are you an overthinker? In this episode, Carmen shares two tips that help her change the narrative when she begins to overanalyze.

Verses mentioned:

Luke 10.41-42

Ecclesiastes 10.14

James 4.14-16

Matthew 6.34

Psalm 94.19

Stop Saying the Wrong Things, Part 2 | EP44

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600

Have you ever said the wrong thing and instantly wished you could take it back? What would happen if we learned how to put a guard over our mouths like God’s Word says to do?

In part 2 of their episode, “Stop Saying the Wrong Things,” Carmen and Kristine offer 3 tips to help us with what we say. With these 3 tips, we can grow in wisdom through the Proverbs and demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit in the process.

TIP #1 - H.A.L.T. technique

TIP #2 - Turn a PROVERB into a PRAYER

TIP #3 - Questions to ask ourselves

Verses mentioned in this episode:

Proverbs 13.3

Proverbs 12.18

Proverbs 4.24

Download your Wisdom Scripture List from Carmen’s website here:

https://carmenhorne.com/resources/scripture-writing/

Why is Hope So Important? | EP43

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600

Sometimes, in our darkest moments, we feel our hope diminishing. In this episode, Carmen shares how the Holy Spirit changed her episode topic at the last minute to reassure us, using Scripture, that our hope is not in our circumstances but in Christ alone.

Verses:

Hebrews 10.23
Hebrews 6.18-19

Link to Listen: "My Hope is Built on Nothing Less" (The Solid Rock)

https://youtu.be/YCDSokOancY?si=-jfi-Un-kNfCgPzf

How to Stop Saying the Wrong Things | EP42

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Have you ever felt like you said the wrong thing and instantly regretted it? Have you struggled with what to say, or even if you should say anything at all? In today’s conversation, we look at how to stop saying the wrong things and what we need to do FIRST before we start working on our words.

Co-hosts Carmen Horne and Kristine Brown discuss several passages of Scripture that address the importance of the words we speak and how to discern what to say. Join us for part one of this two-part episode and learn from Scripture how to say the right things.

Verses to meditate on this week:

Ephesians 4.29

Luke 6.45

Proverbs 15.23

Proverbs 7.2-3

Jeremiah 31.3

Bonus verse! Proverbs 4.23

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Blog post: “Wait! Before You Say Anything” - https://carmenhorne.com/2015/06/wait-before-you-say-anything-guest-post/

Workbook by Lyli Dunbar: “Reality Check: 30 Days in Proverbs” - https://www.amazon.com/Reality-Check-Proverbs-Recalibrate-Unsteady/dp/B0CWM4V34S

3 Helpful Tools for Your Decision Making Toolbox | EP41

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Most of us want to make wise decisions, but we sometimes lack the tools to make good ones. In our episode today, Carmen offers three tools for your decision-making toolbox.

Links and Verses:

1 Kings 3.5-14
1 Kings 3.9
Proverbs 9.10
James 1.5
Proverbs 15.22
John 10.10

Help with recovery efforts for Hurricane Helene:

Samaritan's Purse: https://samaritanspurse.org/

What Does it Mean to Be Led By the Spirit? | EP40

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Do you have questions about what it means to be led by the Spirit? Kristine and Carmen have pondered this question, too.

We invite you to join them in their conversation as they share some answers they discovered in their personal faith walks.

Verses mentioned:

Romans 8.4-5

Galatians 5.16-17

Galatians 5.25

Kristine’s Video Resource: 3 Lessons About Being Led by the Spirit

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8dhBYSKfRA

Contact Carmen and Kristine:

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net/

Why Do We Wait to Ask God for Help? | EP39

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Do you find yourself in a desperate situation, struggling to find answers? In this episode, Carmen offers one common reason we wait to ask God for help.

Verses:

Psalm 107
John 15.5
2 Corinthians 3.5

Resource:

Carmen's article: Recognizing Faithfulness When Life Doesn't Make Sense

https://carmenhorne.com/2022/09/recognizing-faithfulness-when-life-doesnt-make-sense/

Contact Carmen:

carmenhorne.com

How Our Identity in Christ Affects Our Everyday Lives | EP38

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500

How Our Identity in Christ Affects Our Everyday Lives

The most important aspect of our lives as Christians is the promise of eternal life because of Jesus and what he did for us. But sometimes we forget the abundant blessings available to us every day as children whose identity is in Christ.

In today’s episode, Carmen and Kristine discuss how our identity in Christ affects our everyday lives. When we understand our role as children of God, we can face the troubles of this world with renewed hope and faith.

Verses:

Galatians 6.2

Isaiah 43.1

Resources:

Carmen’s free resource: Seeing God’s Grace Guide

https://carmenhorne.com/seeing-gods-grace-guide/

Carmen’s book: Grace Maps

https://carmenhorne.com/grace-maps/

Kristine’s email devotional: How to Be Free from Bitterness:

https://morethanyourself.com/free-from-bitterness

Contact Kristine and Carmen:

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

If God is With Me, Why is This Happening? | EP37

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500

So, if God is with me, why is this happening? Using biblical insight from Gideon's story, Carmen shares how God is present even in unbelievably difficult circumstances.

Verses:

Judges 6-8
John 14.27

Free download: 7 days of Perspective Changing Affirmations

Contact Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/

How to Handle What-If Questions — REWIND | EP36

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500

One of our most loved episodes came early in our podcasting adventure. How to Handle What-If Questions has continued to be one of our most listened to and watched visits. If you are new to our podcast, we know you will gain much-needed clarity about all those what-if times. If you came along with us from the beginning, we believe the Holy Spirit offers you another chance to get a new perspective on this perplexing topic.

Are what-if questions affecting your daily life? In this episode, co-hosts Carmen and Kristine look at the story of Rahab in the Bible. They discuss what we can learn from this bold woman of faith about the best way to handle what-if questions.

Verses for further reading:

Matthew 6.34 (MSG)

Joshua chapters 2 & 6

Joshua 2.8-11 (NLT)

Hebrews 10.23 (ESV)

Tip from this episode: Learn to trade what-if questions for living as-if.

Coaching question: How would it affect our lives right now if we took a big what-if question and changed it to an as-if statement?

Download Kristine’s list of 100 of God’s Promises for Your Unraveled Heart here:

http://kristinebrown.net/

How to Be Still When Life Isn't Calm | EP35

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Sometimes chaos surrounds us, and life feels anything but calm. We struggle against forces that come against us and try to manage things with our own strength. But what does God’s Word tell us to do when life isn’t calm?

In today’s episode, Carmen and Kristine have a candid conversation about being still, the meaning of Psalm 46.10, and how we can apply the truth of Scripture to our less-than-calm lives. Listen in to discover what God means when he tells us to “be still.”

Stay with us until the end to learn a new Bible study tip to apply to your reading of the Psalms!

Verses mentioned in this episode:

Psalm 46

Psalm 46.10

Armor of God: Ephesians 6.10-18

Where to find Carmen and Kristine online:

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

How to Cultivate Lasting Friendships | EP34

Thu, 16 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500

In our episode today, Carmen and Kristine discuss the blessing of friendships and what it takes to cultivate those relationships.

Listen to the end because we offer three tips on developing friendships.

Verses:
Ruth 1.16-17

Links:
Carmen's blog post: Because Genuine Relationships Spotlight She More Than Me

https://carmenhorne.com/2015/01/because-genuine-relationships-spotlight-she-more-than-me/

Contact Us:

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net
Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

How to Pray Over Our Broken Relationship With Mom | EP33

Thu, 02 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Is your relationship with your mom complicated? In this episode, Carmen reveals three reminders about our mommas and offers insight into how she gained a new perspective on her relationship with her mom and dad. Before the episode ends, Carmen prays with us and offers hope for healing and restoration.

Links:

Prayer for Your Broken Relationship With Your Mom (Downloadable PDF)
Prayer for Your Broken Relationship With Your Mom (Image to Save to Mobile)

Bible Verses:

Living in Peace: Romans 12.18
Honoring Our Parents: Exodus 20.12
Forgiving Others: Matthew 6.14; Ephesians 4.32
Abundant Life: John 10.10
Praying with Others: Matthew 18.19
New Creation: 2 Corinthians 5.17

Contact Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/

How to Keep Bitterness from Taking Root in My Heart | EP32

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Hebrews 12:15 (ESV) says, “See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled.” God’s Word tells us how dangerous bitterness can be. So when bitterness tries to take root in our hearts, what can we do to stop it?

In today’s episode, Carmen and Kristine look at the foundation of the word “bitterness” in Scripture and uncover truths to help us guard against bitter feelings.

Verses discussed in this episode:

Hebrews 12.15 (ESV)

Deuteronomy 32.4 (NIV)

Romans 5:8 (NLT)

Romans 8.28

Romans 8.31 (NIV)

A free resource, How to Be Free from Bitterness: A 5-Day Devotional with Naomi in the Bible:

https://morethanyourself.com/free-from-bitterness

Stay in touch with Kristine and Carmen:

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Jesus Changes the Story of Every Woman He Meets | EP31

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Often, we look at the story of our lives and think we live in a never-ending situation. In our episode today, Carmen shares the stories of women who experienced a life-changing meetup with their Story Changer, Jesus.

Verses mentioned:

Mark 5.25-34
Luke 7. 11-16
Luke 13.10-17
John 4.1-42
Psalm 119.16

Connect with Carmen:

https://carmenhorne.com/about-me/

How to Keep Trusting God While You Wait | EP30

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We’ve all experienced difficult times of waiting. Health issues, broken relationships, financial crises, and more can cause waiting seasons that seem like they will never end. Waiting can be exhausting. So how do we hold on to hope when all we can do is wait?

In today’s episode, Carmen and Kristine discuss what God’s word says about our waiting seasons. As children of God, we do not wait without hope. Listen in as we learn from a woman named Rahab how to invite God into our waiting seasons and trust him to work in our circumstances.

Verses to read:

Psalm 130.5 (ESV and NLT)

Isaiah 40.31 (ESV and AMP)

Joshua chapters 2 and 6

Resources for more study on trusting God while we wait:

Carmen’s blog post: God’s Waiting Room

https://carmenhorne.com/2018/03/gods-waiting-room/

Kristine’s 5-Day Email Study: Walking with Rahab

https://morethanyourself.com/decisions-challenge

Our short prayer to help us during our waiting seasons:

“Lord, I trust you as I wait. Amen.”

Get in touch with Kristine or Carmen:

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

What If My Burdens Are Too Heavy? | EP29

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0600

Do you feel like something is wrong with you when your burdens are too heavy to bear? People tell us that God doesn't put more on us than we can handle, yet we are sinking fast. In episode 29, Carmen shares the promise Jesus makes us if we accept His yoke and hand over the reins of our lives.

Verses mentioned:

Matthew11.28-30
Psalm 121.3-4
Romans 8.34
Hebrews 7.25
Psalm 46.1

Contact Carmen:

https://carmenhorne.com/about-me/

Does God Know or Care that I’m Discouraged? | EP28

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600

Are you feeling discouraged by your circumstances? Are you struggling with the feelings of being forgotten by God? Our minds tell us that God knows and hears, but our hearts sometimes wonder.

In today’s episode, Kristine and Carmen share two truths that combat two lies Satan uses to discourage us.

Verses:

Luke 13.10-13

Psalm 121. 1-2

Hebrews 13.5

Psalm 3.3 (ESV)

Exodus 17.12 (Aaron and Hur holding Moses’ arms)

Resource mentioned in today’s conversation:

Kristine’s blog post: What to do When I Pray but Still Feel Down

https://morethanyourself.com/blog/what-to-do-when-i-pray-but-still-feel-down

Focus on the Family’s Free Counseling Help:

https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/

Get in touch with Kristine or Carmen:

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

10 Benefits of Our Salvation | EP27

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600

Each of us has a unique relationship with God. In His graciousness and love, God offers us many benefits to enrich our lives and help us live abundantly. In our episode today, Carmen discusses ten of these benefits and encourages us to grab hold of each one.

Verses:

Mark 8:27-29

Psalm 68.19 (NKJV)

Ephesians 3.20

Ten Benefits:

John 1.12
2 Timothy 1.14
James 1.5
Psalm 37.23
Isaiah 54.17
Philippians 1.6
Deuteronomy 31.8
Romans 8.35,37
2 Corinthians 5.17
Romans 8.31

Our Identity in Christ Scripture Lists:

https://carmenhorne.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/JuneScriptureWriting.pdf

https://carmenhorne.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/JulyScriptureWriting.pdf

How to Live in Grace While Doing the Uncomfortable Work of Growth | EP 26

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600

Have you been thinking about goals, resolutions, or ways to better your life in the new year? Instead of looking at the work we want to do to improve our lives, what if we look at the work God wants to do in us?

In today’s episode, Carmen and Kristine share two things we can do to begin the year living in grace while allowing the uncomfortable work of growth. May we continue to desire to grow in grace in the new year as we draw closer to Jesus.

Verses:

Romans 5.20-21 NKJV

James 1.2-4 MSG

Resource mentioned in today’s conversation:

Carmen’s resource, “Condemnation or Conviction?”: https://carmenhorne.com/2021/03/condemnation-or-conviction/

Learn more about Cinched: Living with Unwavering Trust in an Unfailing God here: https://morethanyourself.com/cinched

Learn more about Grace Maps: Our Journey Guided by God’s Grace here: https://carmenhorne.com/grace-maps/

Get in touch with Kristine or Carmen:

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Why Is God's Power More Evident In Our Weakness? | EP25

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600

Just like the Apostle Paul, when we pray for God to intervene in our situation, we might get an answer that we don't expect.

In today's episode, Carmen takes a closer look at the perplexing truth that God's power becomes more evident when we are the weakest.

Verses mentioned:

2 Corinthians 12.9
Lamentations 3.22-23

Contact Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/about-me/

2 Ways to Keep the Joy of the Lord This Christmas | EP 24

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0600

Have circumstances beyond your control threatened to steal your joy this Christmas? Grief, broken relationships, finances, and more can affect our ability to feel the joy of the Lord during the Christmas season, but there is hope through Jesus.

In today’s episode, Carmen and Kristine share ways we can keep the joy of the Lord at Christmastime and throughout the year. They tell about their own experiences and point to what God’s Word says about renewing our joy.

Verses:

Nehemiah 8.10

Psalm 4.7

Philippians 4.11-13

Resource mentioned in today’s conversation:

Kristine’s blog post, How to Live Like the Joy of the Lord Is Your Strength:

https://morethanyourself.com/blog/the-joy-of-the-lord-is-my-strength

Get in touch with Kristine or Carmen:

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Worshipping God in Unbelievable Circumstances | EP23

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0600

Do you find yourself in unbelievable circumstances? In today's episode, Carmen shares how Mary, Jesus' momma, handled her unique situation and how we can continue to worship when our heart cries, "It's not supposed to be this way!"

Verses mentioned:

Luke 1.38
Luke 1.46-55
Ephesians 3.20
Psalm 34.4
Isaiah 9.6-7
Matthew 12.21

Contact Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/

Did I Forgive Even Though I Can't Forget? | EP22

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0600

Do you struggle with guilt because you remember the details of a painful event? You wonder if you really did forgive since you can’t forget.

In today’s episode, Kristine and Carmen help us understand that it’s what we do with our memories that matter.

Verses:

Colossians 3.13
Isaiah 43.25
Hebrews 10.16
Psalm 103.12
Psalm 25.6-7,11

Resources:

Carmen’s blog post: Forgiveness and Trust Are Not the Same:
https://carmenhorne.com/2019/02/does-forgiving-you-mean-i-must-trust-you/

Related podcast episode:

Can Taking My Thoughts Captive Really Help Me?

Listen on Your Hope Coach Podcast: https://carmenhorne.com/2023/03/can-taking-my-thoughts-captive-really-help-me-ep06/

Watch on Kristine’s YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/W67W8iDwCkY?si=blGx1AxJtaLyu2LO

Contact Kristine and Carmen:

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Is There Anything Simple About Obedience? | EP21

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Has God ever asked you to do something, and you did it, but you decided to do it your way? If you have, don't miss this episode. Carmen shares a time when simple obedience was harder than she imagined and what her disobedience taught her.

Bible verses from this episode:

Ananias and Sapphira's story: Acts 5.1-11
Widow's pennies story: Luke 21.1-4
Samuel and King Saul: 1 Samuel 15.22
John 14.23
John 6.1-13

When Our Buts Cover Our Potential blog post: https://carmenhorne.com/2015/05/when-our-buts-cover-our-potential-we-need-an-excavator/

Contact Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/about-me/

How to Flourish Where It Matters | EP20

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500

In episode 20, Carmen gives us two secrets to live happy and the benefits of taking the writer of Psalm One's advice.

Verses:
Psalm 1. 1-6

The Beatitudes: Matthew 5.1-12

Our prayer:

Dear Lord, Why does happiness seem to elude us at times? Life is hard, and we forget that true happiness is in our relationship with You. We want a lot of sunshine and flowers, but those rainy days come, and our hearts get water-logged and so heavy. Help us to remember that You offer us a joy that happiness doesn’t describe, and rainy days can’t drown. Lift our spirits, please. Your Word tells us You watch over the godly. You plant us deep and feed us Living Water. May we see Your hands at work in our lives. We love You, Lord. In Jesus’ name, we pray, amen.

Carmen's contact info: https://carmenhorne.com/about-me

Can We Find Beauty in Our Pain? | EP19

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Are you standing in the rubble of your circumstances and wondering if you will ever find any good in all this bad? In this episode, Carmen offers several actions we can take to begin to find the little bits of hope amid our ashes.

Verses Carmen shared:

Romans 8.28
2 Corinthians 1.3-5

Three questions from Grace Maps to ponder when searching for beauty in your ashes:

1. Can I see how God worked through this difficult time?

2. Did I learn any valuable lessons? Did I discover something new about myself, my circumstances, or others? Did I learn more about God's character?

3. Have I been able to help someone else with my testimony?

Prayer from Out of Words:

Father, you are the God who sees my friend. She is in a difficult time and has memories of painful times stored deep within her heart. Hidden places that hold unhealed wounds. How can she open her heart to your healing, Lord? Who, better than You, knows how to turn her mourning into dancing?

Guide her, Lord, as she wrestles her joy and peace from the grip of bitterness. She is ready to release her hurt and resentment to you. My friend gives You her brokenness, and she receives Your healing.

Restore her, Lord! In the mighty name of Jesus, amen.

Contact Carmen: https://www.carmenhorne.com

Carmen's Books: Grace Maps and Out of Words: https://carmenhorne.com/books/

Does Praying Make My Problem Worse? | EP18

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Carmen and Kristine share their experiences with asking this difficult question in their own lives. They also uncover truth from Scripture about why it feels like our problems escalate when we pray.

What does the Bible say about praying when our problems seem to get worse? Where do we turn for encouragement? Find out the answer to these questions and more in today’s conversation.

Verses to read for reviewing God’s Word:

Ephesians 6 - The Shield of Faith

James 1.2-4 (NLT)

Mark 5 - Jairus’ Daughter

Resources we mention in the conversation:

Grab a copy of your Full Armor of God Prayer printable from Kristine today! https://morethanyourself.com/blog/praying-the-whole-armor-of-god

Related topics by Carmen & Kristine:

You can find all previous episodes, including “Stop Believing the Enemy’s Lies” and “Taking Thoughts Captive” on Carmen’s podcast website here:

https://carmenhorne.com/podcast/

Or on Kristine’s YouTube channel here:

https://www.youtube.com/@kristinebrown

You can always connect with Carmen and Kristine at their websites:

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Should We Ever Stop Praying? | EP17

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Are you discouraged over a long-time entry on your prayer list? Today's episode is one you don't want to miss. Carmen tackles this topic using Scripture and her own well-earned experience. She shares that like you, her pen is on auto-pilot for some of her requests. Listen to the end because Carmen also offers us two things prayer does for us while we wait for answers.

Declaration:

I declare over you today that you are persistent in prayer. Your confidence in God’s plan empowers you to never stop praying.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, encourage my friend today. Hear her prayers, Lord. She awaits your answer. Remind her of your love and commitment to see your plans brought to completion in her life. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Links and Verses:

Carmen's article for Real Women Ministries: https://carmenhorne.com/2021/01/does-it-matter-if-we-pray/

Verses:

Luke 11.5-13
Matthew 5-8 (Sermon on the Mount)
1 John 5.14
1 Thessalonians 5.17
Luke 11; 1 John 5.4; 1 Thessalonians 5.17 (Today's declaration)

Contact Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Replenishing Our Peace (Part Two) | EP 16

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Replenishing Our Peace (Part 2) | EP 16

What does it mean to have lasting peace? How can we experience the peace of Jesus in the midst of panic, anxiety, or hopelessness? Listen to part two of our summer series with Carmen, Kristine, and Ellen, as they share personal stories of God’s replenishing peace.

If you’re struggling to experience peace in your daily life, this episode is for you.

Verses we mentioned in part one:

Jeremiah 31.25 ESV

Isaiah 26.3-4 NLT

1 Peter 5.7 NLT

Key verse for part two:

John 14.27

Resources we talk about:

Carmen’s Scripture writing lists on her website. Find out more here: https://carmenhorne.com/resources/scripture-writing/

Don’t forget to grab your copy of Ellen’s resource, 7 Scriptures to Bring You Peace! https://mailchi.mp/0573bf9da1b6/scriptures-to-bring-peace

As we focus on peace in the days ahead, let’s remember these 3 short peace-filled prayers related to the 3 tips we talked about in the video:

Help.
You know.
Do it again.

Connect with hosts Carmen and Kristine at their websites:

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Connect with Ellen at her website:

https://www.ellenchauvin.com

3 Ways to Combat Fear | EP15

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Did you know that there is a difference between healthy and unhealthy fear? In this episode, Carmen offers three ways she fights back against unhealthy fear.

Verses mentioned:

Numbers 13 -14
Isaiah 41.10
Matthew 15.13

Connect with Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Replenishing Our Peace (Part 1) | EP14

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0500

What threatens to steal our peace? The worries of this life are endless. When things seem out of control, we struggle to find lasting peace to sustain us. Today’s conversation with Carmen, Kristine, and Ellen looks at our struggle to maintain peace in everyday life as women of God.

Listen in as we discuss how to replenish our peace by trusting in the Lord.

Verses we mention in the conversation:

Jeremiah 31.25 ESV

Isaiah 26.3-4 NLT

1 Peter 5:7 NLT

Resources we talk about:

The Book of Ruth in the Bible

Sign up here to download Ellen’s free resource, 7 Scriptures to Bring You Peace: https://mailchi.mp/0573bf9da1b6/scriptures-to-bring-peace

Connect with hosts Carmen and Kristine at their websites:

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Connect with Ellen at her website:

https://www.ellenchauvin.com

Trying Not To Drown | EP13

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Do you feel like you are in a little dinghy in the middle of a sea of trouble? In our episode today, Carmen describes a time she felt that way and offers a survival tip.

Verses mentioned:

Exodus 2

Matthew 5.45

John 7.38 and 4.14

Revelation 22. 1-2

The woman at Jacob’s well — John 4.1-28

Matthew 14.28-31

Declaration:

Any time you begin to sink, you will remember to do as Peter did and reach out to Jesus so His hand can catch you. (Matthew 14.31)

Prayer:

Dear Lord, When we read about this encounter you had with Peter, we’re encouraged. You didn’t let him sink into that stormy sea. We often feel like a little dingy in the middle of a big ole sea of trouble. Tossed around. Open our eyes to Your presence during these times. Maybe we are hanging on to our situation like our life depended on it when in reality, our life depends on reaching out to you so you can catch us. Lord, like you did for Moses, turn our seas into highways. Make our path clear. Please don’t let our feet get stuck in the mud. Move us forward on the dry ground of your promises. Thank you, Lord. We offer our prayers in the name of Jesus, amen.

Carmen’s blog post featuring Jochebed’s story:

https://carmenhorne.com/2023/05/gods-intentions-for-you-will-prevail/

Carmen’s Spotify healing playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4MtuXptVP3P6rOYyenLbGK?si=7f329254d7ef4db1

Graves to Gardens; Elevation Music: https://open.spotify.com/track/40TejHtJdQkd1nIxKf43CL?si=5c4b7764e2ca45a7

Connect with Carmen: https://www.carmenhorne.com

Why Our Restoration is Important to God | EP12

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Why do we pray for restoration? Why is it so important for us to live restored lives? In this episode with Carmen and Kristine, you’ll learn what the Bible says about God’s restoration promises and what that means for our lives today.

Restoration is a process, but as we allow God to restore us, we will grow into the strong and steadfast person God designed us to be.

Verses we mention in the conversation:

Psalm 23.3 (ESV)

1 Peter 5.10 (NIV)

Resources we talk about:

Kristine’s Restoration Promises Printable for subscribers: https://morethanyourself.com/subscribe-page

Carmen’s guest post Releasing Your Hurt to the Master Restorer: https://morethanyourself.com/blog/releasing-our-hurt-to-the-master-restorer

Connect with Carmen and Kristine at their websites:

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

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God's Pruning Prepares Us for Restoration | EP11

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Happy Six-Month Podcast anniversary! Thank you so much for hanging out with us month after month to discuss Jesus and life.

How does the pruning process prepare us for restoration? In today's episode, we eavesdrop on Jesus' conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well. As we listen, we discover how pruning helped in her restoration.

Links, Verses, and Points to Ponder:

John 4
John 15.1-5
Colossians 1.10
Proverbs 3.11-12
2 Corinthians 5.17

5 Prayers of Hope When You Need Healing and Isaiah 41:13 phone wallpaper
https://carmenhorne.com/5-prayers-of-hope-when-you-need-healing/

Declaration:

You are a branch of the true Vine, and you choose daily to abide in Jesus. God is pruning you for His glory and restoring you to a fruitful life. (John 15.1-5)

Prayer:

Heavenly Father,

The Apostle Paul tells us in 2 Corinthians 5.17 that because we belong to Your Son, Jesus Christ, we are new persons. Our old selves are gone. The new us is here! When we are tempted to return to our old way of life, helps us to remember we are not that person anymore. We are restored! We ask all of this in the powerful name of Your Son, Jesus. Amen.

Connect with Carmen:
https://carmenhorne.com

How Praying Scripture Helps Us | EP10

Thu, 18 May 2023 05:00:00 -0500

How do we pray when we don’t know what to say and our heart desires God’s will? Kristine and Carmen invite you to join in as they discuss some personal benefits of using Scripture to pray. They offer practical steps and personal examples to encourage you to pray back Scripture to the One who gave it as our guide to abundant living.

Thank you for spending a few minutes with us. Talk to you again soon! — C&K

Verses we mention in the conversation:

Psalm 91

Isaiah 33.2

Psalm 23

Matthew 11.30

Kristine’s tip: The book of Psalms is a wonderful place to begin praying Scripture. She suggests we start with Psalm 23 and Psalm 91.

Carmen’s book, Out of Words: 31 Prayers of Hope for Your Hurting Heart, is available at this link:

https://carmenhorne.com/out-of-words-book/

Connect with Carmen and Kristine:

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com

Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

How to Survive Our Worst Day | EP09

Thu, 04 May 2023 05:00:00 -0500

How do we carry on when life is cruel? In our episode today, we will discuss God's gift of grace for our everyday and every need.

Links, Verses, and Points to Ponder:

Verses mentioned:
Genesis 16
Philippians 4.13
John 6.35;51
Hebrews 4.16
John 14.26
Isaiah 55.11
John 16.33

Read Carmen's post, How to Survive Your Worst Day, here: https://carmenhorne.com/2021/10/how-to-survive-your-worst-day/

Declaration: I declare Hebrews 4:16 over you today:

You will run to God's throne of grace with the boldness of a loved child. As you sit at your Heavenly Father's feet, you will receive His mercy and find the grace you need to help you when you need it the most.

Prayer:

Father God, the weariness of our situation feels heavy, like walking uphill with a full backpack. We come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. We ask for an extra portion of grace and mercy today. Thank You for Your promises. We stand on the truth that you will strengthen us to face today and every day with the power we receive through Jesus Christ. Amen.

Connect with Carmen:
https://carmenhorne.com/

Carmen's Books: Out of Words: 31 Prayers of Hope for Your Hurting Heart and Grace Maps: Our Journey Guided by God's Grace. Read more about them here: https://carmenhorne.com/books/

Stop Believing the Enemy's Lies | EP08

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0500

How do we recognize when the enemy is messing with our minds? How do we stop believing his lies? Listening to the lies of the enemy can affect every aspect of our daily lives, which can lead to discouragement and defeat. God’s Word shows us the key to protecting our minds.

Listen in to today’s episode as Carmen and Kristine discuss this difficult yet important topic. They explore the story of Eve in the Bible, along with other valuable truths in Scripture that teach us how to win the battle for our thoughts.

Verses we mention in the conversation:

Genesis 3.1-4 NLT

Luke 4.1-13

Isaiah 26.3 ESV

Isaiah 26.1 NLT

Ephesians 6.17

Thoughts & tips to remember:

The enemy deceived Eve with a lie that sounded true, but Jesus shows us how to fight those lies.
The same way God surrounds us with walls of protection, the helmet of salvation protects our minds.
One step in protecting our minds is to find and record key verses that speak to our situation.

Read Kristine’s devotion and prayer, Rest for Our Minds, here: https://morethanyourself.com/blog/rest-for-our-minds

Connect with Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/

Carmen’s books: https://carmenhorne.com/books/

Connect with Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net

Kristine’s books: https://morethanyourself.com/books-kristine-brown

Finding Joy While We Wait | EP07

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Do you struggle to find joy while you wait? And why does waiting feel so much like punishment? In this episode, let's discuss how waiting is hard and some encouraging truths from God's Word about finding joy while we wait.

Links, Verses, and Points to Ponder:

Verses mentioned:

Psalm 27:14
Philippians 4:11, 13
Romans 8:28
Mark 9:24
Psalm 5:11
Romans 15:13

Joy Scripture List: https://carmenhorne.com/joy-scripture-writing-list/

Scriptural Declaration:

You will rejoice in God because you take refuge in Him. God's protection will spread over you, filling you with joy. Joyful praise will fill your heart forever! (Psalm 5:11)

Our Prayer:

"I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit." (Romans 15:13 NLT)

Connect with Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/
Carmen's Books: https://carmenhorne.com/books/

Can Taking My Thoughts Captive Really Help Me? | EP06

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Does controlling your thoughts seem impossible? In today’s episode, co-hosts Carmen and Kristine discuss why the Apostle Paul was the right person to discuss the reality of taking our thoughts captive and the powerful benefits that choice creates in our lives.

Verses, Links, and Points to Ponder:

2 Corinthians 10.4-5
Philippians 4.8
2 Corinthians 6.5
2 Corinthians 11.23
Romans 12.2
Ephesians 6.11-18

Tip from this episode:

Ask yourself what is true. Not what might be true, but what you know to be true in your situation.
Ask yourself what God’s Word says and use Scripture (God’s truth) to replace your unhealthy thoughts.

Read more about taking our thoughts captive at https://carmenhorne.com/2020/01/how-fixing-our-thoughts-is-like-fixing-our-hair/

Kristine's YouTube channel hosts the video version of our episodes. Check it out:
https://www.youtube.com/@kristinebrown

Connect with Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/
Carmen’s books: https://carmenhorne.com/books/

Connect with Kristine: https://kristinebrown.net
Kristine’s books: https://morethanyourself.com/books-kristine-brown

Do You Rehearse Your Hurt? | EP05

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0600

Do you have the painful habit of rehearsing your hurt? In this episode, I share insight into why this kind of rehearsal is harmful and give practical tips on how to stop going over those tired lines and live with more peace and joy.

Links, Verses, and Points to Ponder:

Verses mentioned:
2 Corinthians 10. 4-5
Romans 12.2

Scriptural Declaration:

I declare that you are equipped with God's mighty weapons to fight your spiritual battles. These powerful weapons destroy strongholds, false arguments, proud opinions, and human reasoning that rise up within you against God's truth. You will take your rebellious thoughts captive and teach them to obey Christ. (2 Corinthians 10.4-5)

Connect with Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/
Carmen's Books: https://carmenhorne.com/books/

The Best Way to Handle What-If Questions | EP04

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600

Are what-if questions affecting your daily life? In today’s episode, co-hosts Carmen and Kristine look at the story of Rahab in the Bible. They discuss what we can learn from this bold woman of faith about the best way to handle what-if questions.

Verses for further reading:

Matthew 6.34 (MSG)

Joshua chapters 2 & 6

Joshua 2.8-11 (NLT)

Hebrews 10.23 (ESV)

Tip from this episode: Learn to trade what-if questions for living as-if.

Coaching question: How would it affect our lives right now if we took a big what-if question and changed it to an as-if statement?

Download Kristine’s list “100 of God’s Promises for Your Unraveled Heart” here:

http://kristinebrown.net/

Connect with Carmen here: https://carmenhorne.com/

Carmen’s books: https://carmenhorne.com/books/

Kristine’s books: https://morethanyourself.com/books-kristine-brown

#rahabinthebible #joshua2 #whatif

How Do We Survive Life's Storms? EP03

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600

Do you ever feel like a little dinghy in the middle of the stormy sea, wondering how you will survive a sudden life storm? In this episode, let’s discuss a few things we can learn about Jesus and storms from Mark’s recounting of Jesus’ disciples’ harrowing ride.

Links, Verses, and Points to Ponder:

Verses mentioned:

Mark 4.35-41

1 Peter 5.7

Scriptural Declaration:

Matthew 7:24-25 — Because you are building your life on The Rock — Jesus Christ — when storms come, you will stand firm and not fall.

Several excerpts from Carmen's book, Out of Words: 31 Prayers of Hope for Your Hurting Heart, are used in this episode.

Connect with Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/

Carmen’s books: https://carmenhorne.com/books/

How Changing Our Perspective Affects How We Feel | Ep02

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Carmen and Kristine discuss changing our perspective when life throws in the unexpected.

Have you ever asked God why? Gideon in the Bible sure did. In Judges 6.13 (NLT), Gideon asked God, “Sir,” Gideon replied, ‘if the Lord is with us, why has all this happened to us?’”

Links, Verses, Points to Ponder:

Free Download: Seeing God’s Grace Guide— https://carmenhorne.com/seeing-gods-grace-guide/

Closing Question: What perspective will we have this year?

Tip: Be in God’s Word more often.

Verses mentioned:

Gideon’s story: Judges 6-8

Focus Verse: Judges 6.13

Romans 8.28
Deuteronomy 31.8

Connect with Carmen and Kristine:

Carmen: https://carmenhorne.com/
Carmen's books: https://carmenhorne.com/books/

Kristine: https://www.kristinebrown.net/
Kristine's books: https://morethanyourself.com/books-kristine-brown

Praising God With a Broken Heart | Ep01

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0600

How do you praise God when your heart is broken? In my special Christmas message, our discussion focuses on God's beautiful redemption story. Through God's grace and mercy, His light shines on us when we are sitting in a dark place. Our faithful God will help us, one step at a time, down the path of peace.

Links and verses:

Free Download: Faith Over Feelings

Verses to ponder:
Luke 1
Luke 2:34-35
John 3:16
1 Thessalonians 4:13
Psalm 56
Luke 1:78-79
Psalm 23

Trailer: Introduction to Your Hope Coach Podcast

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0600

Welcome to Your Hope Coach Podcast. I'm Carmen Horne, your host, and your Hope Coach.

Do you struggle with seeing God's presence in your life day-to-day? If you do, you've landed in the right place.

Our conversations will focus on recognizing God's grace and mercy. We'll talk about practical ways to build our trust in God by noticing His faithfulness.

We will have two episodes a month, and they will drop on Thursdays. One episode will be me flying solo, and one will be with my co-host, Kristine Brown. Kristine is my friend, a Bible teacher, and a writer. Together we will intersect hope, friendship, and lasting faith.

I sure hope you will join us for a few minutes of hope in a world that wants us to feel hopeless.

You can read more about Carmen at https://carmenhorne.com/about-me/

While you are here, please subscribe so you don't miss an episode.