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Know the story, share the story, live the story.
In each episode, Shannon Popkin and her guest talk through one of the most interesting or astonishing stories (narratives) of the Bible, and how to live like it's true.
Shannon is the author of six books, and speaks regularly for Christian women's retreats, conferences, and events. Shannon lives with her family in West Michigan. Learn more at www.shannonpopkin.com.
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Have you lost hope? Have you resigned yourself to an UNhappy ending? There's a shift we see in this story of Ruth—and our own—when a baby is born to "outsiders." Join me for the second part of a conversation with Katy Morgan from the Good Book Company on the Live Like It's True Podcast. Guest: Katy Morgan Get your Free Resource: Pray the Promises Recommended Resources: Check out Shannon's Amazon Storefront HERE which features Katy's book, The Outsider. Katy Morgan Katy Morgan...
Do you long to belong? Do you still feel like the "outsider"? I'm talking with Katy Morgan, author of "The Outsider" about the beautiful story of a girl named Ruth—an outsider, who is brought to the very center of the story. How is this possible? It starts with her meeting a "kinsman redeemer" named Boaz. Free Resource: Pray the Promises Recommended Resources: Check out Shannon's Amazon Storefront HERE which features Katy's book and Control Girl by Shannon.Katy Morgan Katy Morgan ...
What if the people most certain they see Jesus are the ones missing Him entirely? In this episode of the Live Like It's True podcast, Glenna Marshall and I dive into John 9, exploring the healing of the man born blind and the danger of rule-driven faith. Together, we unpack spiritual blindness, church power dynamics, and the freedom found in humility and grace. Judgy Series Free Resource from Live Like it's True Resources: Check out Glenna's books on Shannon's list HERE. Glenna Marshall Glenn...
Judgy people distance themselves and look down on others. But the surprise in the Bible is what actually makes someone righteous. In this episode of Live Like It's True, Felicity Carswell and I talk about the Pharisee and the Tax Collector from Luke 18 and share some of our own stories of being confronted with self-reliance. The truth is, none of us are righteous. We all need mercy. And when we receive it—when we go home justified, we're also free of judging ourselves against other people. &n...
At one point, Bill was so angry with his mom that he decided to go, "no contact." But here's the story of what stopped him and what happened when he and Pam chose to love (not cancel) parents who would have been considered "toxic" by many. Listen as Bill and Pam share a beautiful multi-generational story of redemption, love, and hope. Links to all three parts of this Episode: Part 1: Are My Parents Toxic? The Truth about Going "No Contact"Part 2: Boundaries Or Walls? H...
You’ve heard of boundaries and canceling relationships because “I have to do what’s best for me.” But are these boundaries—or walls? Bill and Pam Farrel show us a new, cancel-free way to do boundaries as they tell the story of pursuing relationship with Pam’s alcoholic father and Bill’s very controlling mom. In a world of people going "no contact" and burning bridges between generations, Bill and Pam Farrel invite us to pursue relationships across generations instead of burning bridges. Links...
Going "no contact" is a trend today—the idea that adult kids must cut ties with their parents for the sake of healing and self-care. But how does that line up with Jesus’ command to "not judge" and "be merciful" (Luke 6:36)? In this episode, relationship experts Bill and Pam Farrel share biblical wisdom and real-life insight on how to honestly evaluate your parents without canceling them, how to navigate painful family dynamics with both truth and love, and how to honor God’s design for gener...
Ever been judged by church people? Jesus has, too. Today, my friend and pastor’s wife, Libby VanSolkema, is back to talk about how Jesus responded when legalism crept into the synagogue—the first-century version of church life. We’ll explore what judgment does to us—and how compassion restores us to the heart of God. Join us on Live Like It’s True. We titled part one of the conversation: The Truth About Pharisee-Types & How to Break Free Listen to part one on AppleListen to part one on Sp...
Have you been secretly judging some other mom, your sister, a neighbor or friend? Are you stuck in a constant rule-keeping mindset? Are you a judgy Pharisee-type who'd like to break free? My friend and pastor's wife Libby VanSolkema describes herself as a "Recovering Pharisee" and I can relate. In our conversation about Luke 6, we're exploring Jesus’ surprising response to the Pharisees after the disciples pluck grain on the Sabbath, Let's flip on the lights and expose our own legalism...
Do you assume that your mother-in-law / daughter-in-law relationship is doomed to fail? Are you avoiding her and pulling away? In this conversation, Stacey Reaoch joins me to explore the complex relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. Sharing thoughts from her book, Making Room for Her, Stacey and I talk about some breakthrough practices from the Bible to create connection and cultivate love. Judgy Series Guest: Stacy Reaoch Get your Free Resource: 20 Page Workbook...
Is your relationship with your mother-in-law or daughter-in-law difficult? Is she doing it all wrong? Are you fiercely tempted to judge? In this episode, Stacey Reaoch joins me for a heartfelt conversation about how expectations and backgrounds can threaten the tender relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. Get some biblical wisdom on mending difficult relationships and cultivating peace. Judgy Series Guest: Stacy Reaoch Get your Free Resource: 20 Page Workbook Recommend...
Are there certain people who disgust you? Are there those you have a hard time showing compassion to? What if God lavishes those loathsome people with His mercy? That's what happened to Jonah. Listen in on part two of my conversation with Erika VanHaitsma and learn from a prophet who was disgusted by God's mercy and blind to his own need for grace. Judgy Series Guest: Erika VanHaitsma Bible Passage: Jonah's Prayer & Displeasure - Jonah 2-4 (NASB) Get your Free Resource: 20 Page Workbook R...
Why did Jonah run from God’s call—and what does that reveal about our own hearts? In this episode of Live Like It’s True, Erika Van Haitsma joins me to unpack the irony and intensity of Jonah’s story, exposing his deep resentment toward the Ninevites and resistance to God’s mercy. Together, we explore how this familiar narrative challenges us to confront our own grudges and ask whether we truly want God to be gracious—to everyone. Judgy Series Guest: Erika Van Haitsma Bible Passage: Jonah's D...
She just wanted it to go away. She didn't want to be judged as one of "those" kind of girls. Yet in the parking lot of the abortion clinic, Tammy thought, "What have I done?" The new judgment and condemnation she felt didn't go away. In this episode, Tammy De Armas shares her personal journey through unplanned pregnancy, abortion, and the lasting impact on her life. Listen in and explore the weight of judgment and the healing of God's mercy. Judgy Series Guest: Tammy De Armas Bible Pas...
Beth's one foster daughter was more work than her other eight kids combined. She had tried everything... but she hadn't tried this. Hear about Beth's breakthrough that began with trading judgy criticism for curiosity and compassion. In this conversation, Beth Guckenberger reminds us that the gospel frees us to see people through God’s eyes, which shifts our hearts and our relationships and opens the door for influence. Judgy Series Guest: Beth Guckenberger Get your Free Resource: 20 Page Work...
What stories have you heard about God? Would you be shocked to know that He rescued one woman who was a prostitute from a city He was about to destroy? In this episode, Lisa Appelo and I explore Rahab’s bold faith, God’s stunning mercy, and the hope it offers to anyone with a broken past. Her story reminds us that no one is too far gone for God’s grace. Judgy Series Guest: Lisa Appelo Bible Passage: Rahab Hides the Spies - Joshua 2:1-13 NKJV Get your Free Resource: 20 Page Workboo...
Do you feel "disqualified" from receiving God's mercy? Are you stuck in shame over your past, or particular sins? Or is there someone else you think of as disqualified? Lisa Appelo joins me for a conversation about Rahab, the prostitute, and the surprise of God's mercy when she chose to side with Him. This story shows that none of us is too far gone for God to redeem. Judgy Series Guest: Lisa Appelo Bible Passage: Rahab Hides the Spies - Joshua 2:1-13 NKJV Get your Free Resource: 20 Pag...
Have you been trying to influence the people around you by steamrolling over them? If you try to control and micromanage, they’ll resist your influence, not embrace it. But if your faith is in God, and you’re receiving wisdom from Him, you’ll become a faith-building asset to those you have influence over. I have Katie M. Reid, author of a new study, “God, What Do I Do?” with me today. We’re talking about the story of Deborah—a woman who was called a “Mother of Israel.” How did she invest in t...
How do we talk with our kids about salvation without overwhelming them or avoiding the hard stuff? In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Champ Thornton, author of 10 Questions About Salvation. We're talking about how to help kids understand faith, repentance, judgment, and mercy in a way that’s both truthful and tender. Champ shares from his own experience and gives practical encouragement for having those deep, meaningful conversations about the gospel right at home. Guest: Champ Thornton B...
What if I find the flood kind of offensive? What if it makes me uncomfortable? If Jesus is kind and forgiving, how can God just end everybody? Lindsay Schott joins me to explore the flood narrative, where God grieves over human wickedness but also offers mercy through rescue. Lindsay shares how God transformed her judgy heart and gave her more compassion, and we talked about how trust is admitting God knows more than we do. Guest: Lindsay Schott Bible Passage: Noah and the Flood -...
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