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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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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.
This week’s guest, Tien Stone Langlois, shares not one, but two experiences of having a medical diagnosis overturned through praying as she’s learned in Christian Science, healing her completely.
In times of conflict, difference, or division, where is God? Whose side is He on? This week’s guest, Martine Blackler, shares experiences that demonstrate the universality of God’s love, and how this love can heal divides.
Struggling with depression? There is a way out. This week’s guest, Melanie Daglian, shares her honest experience of battling depression and how, after reading Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy, she was completely and permanently healed.
This week, we’re celebrating 150 years of the publication of Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy. Our guests—Jennifer McLaughlin, a member of the Christian Science Board of Trustees and Manager of The Christian Science Publishing Society, and Ethel Baker, Editor of the Christian Science periodicals—share their thoughts on this book’s impact a century and a half later. You’ll also hear inspiring testimonies from a few who’ve been healed by reading Science and Health.
What would you do if you had a debilitating illness that was preventing you from working? Host Jenny Sawyer spoke with Bert Hogan about a time when that happened to him—and how he chose to spend all his time focused on God. Join us to hear how this resulted in healing.
What a relief it is to know that we don’t have to deal with anything alone. This week’s guest, Nikki Paulk, shares that understanding our relation to God is what reveals the truth of our spiritual identity and brings healing.
This week’s guest, Catherine de Jocas, has learned that God equips us to overcome any challenge. She shares how she’s been healed and found practical solutions when she’s turned to God in the face of limitation—and how you can, too.
Intern Gui Milla feels the topic of peace is as important as ever, and he highlights one of our episodes from 2023 discussing it. Listen in as he shares what he learned from guest Madora Kibbe, who offered spiritual insights that shed light on how we can find and experience peace.
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