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The issues in our world today can seem daunting, but there’s a way forward and a path to answers–a way that brings peace and freedom to our lives and the world. Sentinel Watch hosts David Brown, Tony Lobl, and Jenny Sawyer interview people who have dealt with all kinds of challenges, and found resolution, strength, and healing through the Bible and what they’ve learned through Christian Science. Find out how. Sentinel Watch is a production of the Christian Science Sentinel magazine. Be sure to follow or subscribe. New episodes every Monday.
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This week’s guest, Mike Davis, who works for The Mary Baker Eddy Library, sheds light on the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science, Mary Baker Eddy—including how she beautifully exemplified the healing qualities of Jesus. And Mike shows how we can do this, too.
Feeling concerned about the political divide? This week’s guest, Tessa Frost, shares how prayer has played a central role in her work in the halls of government and has shown her that when progress seems impossible and people seem polarized, God reveals a way forward and brings us together.
During moments when you feel out of control, or when it seems like you can’t find a solution or healing, what can you do? Our guest this week, John Biggs, has found that there’s a simple, practical, and effective prayer that can help us find healing in any circumstance. Listen in to find out what it is.
If you’ve ever been gripped by fear, you know how paralyzing that can feel. Our guest, Suzanne Riedel, shares some experiences with facing fear, and how she’s walked away with spiritual lessons learned and more awareness of God’s protecting care for all of us.
If you’re dealing with depression, you’re not alone. This week’s guest, Rebecca Joy Clower, shares how she turned to Christian Science during her struggles with depression. Despite initially feeling hopeless, through prayer, she found hope—and lasting healing.
If you've ever wanted to make yourself available as a spiritual healer—to help others through prayer—you’ll want to make sure to listen to this week’s Sentinel Watch. Our guest, Laurie Scott, shares what she’s learned about what it takes to be ready to accept calls and how to heal more effectively in general. Here’s a hint: It all starts with God.
Our guest this week, Beth Packer, deals with aging-related issues in an unconventional way. She’s not focused on herself—at all. Beth keeps her focus squarely on God. Listen to her conversation with host David Brown and find out the healing effects of this approach.
Five years after our “Omni” series—our four podcasts covering God’s all-power, all-presence, all-action, and all-science—we’ve invited Deborah Huebsch and Amy Richmond back to continue the conversation. They’ve both learned more about these “omnis” and what they mean. And they share how praying with the omnis brings healing to our lives and to the bigger-picture issues, too.
At this time of year, many of us are thinking about making changes that could improve our lives, at least a little. Spiritual growth does that—though it’s more like a whole-life renovation. Our guest this week shares his own experiences with spiritual transformation and takes us step by step through the prayers that got him there.
What’s one of the best ways to start the new year? We think it’s got to be focusing on prayer and how to pray even more effectively, so we’re revisiting this really helpful podcast with Deb Packer from our archives. Deb sheds light on how her practice of Christian Science has brought freshness to her prayers—and healing to her life.
What’s one of the best ways to wrap up the year? We think it’s got to be learning about prayer and how to pray more effectively, so we’re revisiting this wonderful podcast with Bob Cochran from our archives. Bob shares his insights about prayer—what it means to pray and how to stick with it.
Forgiving others can seem hard … but what sometimes feels even harder is forgiving yourself. This week’s guest tackles one of our most-requested topics and shares the spiritual foundation for a deep and healing forgiveness.
This week’s guest, Brian Webster, shares how Christian Science helped him through a tumultuous time in his family, and how prayer healed their rifts.
The best moments at Christmas happen when we actually experience Christ—when we feel and live what Christ Jesus taught and something of the spiritual power he embodied. How can we do that? That’s what this episode is all about. Join us to hear how to bring more awe to the holidays—and all year long.
The Christmas story inspires people the world over, and it inspired us to create this song. But Jesus' birth is more than inspiring. It points to a fundamental truth, that, as the song says, “God’s messages are with us. They bring joy and peace today, just like on that precious Christmas long ago.”
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at Sentinel Watch? Join our hosts for a lively discussion about their prayers and inspiration for our shows and what it’s like to sit behind the mic.
How would your life change if you not only believed that the only thing that exists is spiritual goodness, but had actually seen and felt it? Host Jenny Sawyer spoke with Tricia Chantha and Karina Bumatay about their experiences—and the beautiful effects.
Where can you find transcripts of the Sentinel Watch podcast? How can older shows be accessed? What’s the production process behind these episodes? Our production team answers all your burning questions on this special bonus episode of Sentinel Watch.
How about some food for thought about … food? This week’s guest, Julie Ward, shares helpful and inspiring insights on how to view food, body image, and health, from a spiritual perspective.
Thanksgiving looked particularly grim for 19-year-old Kate. But God can bring delight even in the starkest circumstances. Join us to hear two heartwarming true-life stories that prove the healing benefits of real appreciation.
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