Through a Glass Dimly

Is the church still alive? Is it still relevant? Are you showing your faith through doing what Jesus said? All of these things I discuss in this episode along with some relevant stories showing how the church is very broken and needs a wake up call. www.throughaglassdimly.com contact: feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Sponsored by Sophie's Dream, Inc. A 501 (c) (3) dedicated to healing trauma and PTSD through the Arts. Thank you so much for your generous tax-deductible donation. www.sophiesdream.org  

In this podcast, I talk of what happens when we find out we have been deceived and betrayed by those we trusted. What leads up to our decisions to keep trusting those not trustworthy? So many times we look back and we made our decisions without thinking clearly...and we end up suffering the consequences for a very long time. Inquiries: feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Please Donate: www.sophiesdream.org https://www.patreon.com/sophiesdream  

In this podcast, I'm featuring an excerpt interview of Jerry Poe who just wrote the book, "Inside Prison Walls"... about his 30 year journey doing prison ministry. His book is filled with personal testimonies of prison life and how God changed the hearts of even the most violent men into warriors for Jesus. For a limited time, You can download the Kindle version for free. Here is the link: https://amzn.to/3qX7M0Z If you enjoy it, please share and post a positive review on Amazon. Thank you. Inquiries: feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Donate: www.sophiesdream.org https://www.patreon.com/sophiesdream For a YouTube video version of this episode click here: https://youtu.be/AaX0wLbOjvk

In this episode I talk about my bike and how it lead to preparing me for homelessness after leaving an abusive marriage with nowhere safe to go.  Please donate to: Sophiesdream.org a 501 (c) (3) to help heal trauma and ptsd caused by abuse, grief, homelessness. Copyright 2022. All Rights Reserved. Use of any portion prohibited except by permission. Please contact: feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sophiesdream/ Thank you for your support!

In this episode I explore the loss of identity through culture's labeling...creating division, discord, disagreements and the destruction of a unified people under God.  What does Jesus say about Cancel Culture and Critical Race Theory? Is it in alignment with scriptures? Sponsored by: www.sophiesdream.org www.throughaglassdimly.com email: feedback@throughaglassdimly.com  

Many people do not know what it is like to have an earthly Father's love and Father's Day can be a very sad day for many. This poem is about me finally finding a Father's love that heals all wounds and wipes away all tears. It is an unconditional and eternal love that will forever overflow. for donations: www.sophiesdream.org feedback@throughaglassdimly.com www.throughaglassdimly.com

In this episode, I talk about my experience studying in East Germany from the government behind the Wall...and finding very similar circumstances in what is happening today in this country and the world. I also talk about how we as Jesus followers should respond when in a crisis and who to put our real trust in.  www.throughaglassdimly.com feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Sponsored by www.sophiesdream.org 501 (c) (3) Please like and subscribe to: https://www.facebook.com/throughaglassdimly http://www.instagram.com/through_a_glass_dimly

In this episode I talk about how easy it is to be brainwashed and deceived by trusting the wrong people and the untrustworthy. I also provide encouraging words on and how we can gain wisdom, faith and insight by seeking and fearing God who is the author of all knowledge. feedback@throughaglassdimly.com www.throughaglassdimly.com Sponsored by sophiesdream.org a non-profit to heal from trauma and PTSD through the arts. Thank you for your tax-deductible donation.

On this episode, I talk about a woman I met in the trailer park who was stuck in the past and had chosen drugs to escape the pain of losing her son.  I discussed creating hope and moving forward and being free from being a slave of the past. If you feel this podcast is beneficial to you, please donate to: http://www.sophiesdream.org For feedback or VO work, please contact: feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Thank you!  

I go through the history of the plagues and causes as well as discussing the first Passover and the preparations the Jews were commanded to do during their lockdown. We tend to want to blame God for evil and sickness in the world but I discuss how the Bible is designed to protect us from harm and disease and to bless us. Music by Audiojungle for inquiries and voiceover bookings contact: feedback@throughaglassdimly.com http://www.throughaglassdimly.com Sponsored by http://www.sophiesdream.org

The fairy tale "Stone Soup" is a favorite. Sit back and enjoy while I narrate the story of how a community got together and shared what they had to create a great feast! Let's remember this lesson for times like this. We are all in this together and can help one another. Sponsored by sophiesdream.org For voiceover work and inquiries, please contact feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Please like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/throughaglassdimly/ www.throughaglassdimly.com

The Story of Chicken Little is kid friendly but also adults can learn a thing or two from listening to it. Be careful who you put your faith in...they could be leading you down a dark path of destruction.  Sponsored by sophiesdream.org For voiceover work and inquiries, please contact feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Please like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/throughaglassdimly/ www.throughaglassdimly.com

I've been through abuse, homelessness and very difficult times and God was always there to provide for me and protect me. My faith is unshakeable now. In this episode, I share a number of stories and ideas to encourage and bring hope. A way to focus on the blessings instead of the panic and isolation. I hope this episode is beneficial to you. I would love your feedback. Bless you and Thank you. Music by audiojungle.com Please like us on Facebook at : https://www.facebook.com/throughaglassdimly For any questions, please contact feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Donations to www.sophiesdream.org help provide this podcast and help for those healing from trauma and PTSD. Your donation is tax-deductible. Thank you and Bless you.

How can a loving God allow bad things to happen to good people? We ask many questions when tragedy strikes. I talk about navigating through grief and trauma and grabbing onto hope and strength to keep moving forward. Link to a song by Keith Green on YouTube: https://youtu.be/prJSdB126bw ASLEEP IN THE LIGHT- Keith Green   Do you see, do you see All the people sinking down Don't you care, don't you care Are you gonna let them drown   How can you be so numb Not to care if they come You close your eyes And pretend the job's done   "Oh bless me Lord, bless me Lord" You know it's all I ever hear No one aches, no one hurts No one even sheds one tear   But He cries, He weeps, He bleeds And He cares for your needs And you just lay back And keep soaking it in, Oh, can't you see it's such a sin?   Cause He brings people to you door, And you turn them away As you smile and say, "God bless you, be at peace" And all heaven just weeps Cause Jesus came to your door You've left him out on the streets   Open up open up And give yourself away You see the need, you hear the cries So how can you delay   God's calling and you're the one But like Jonah you run He's told you to speak But you keep holding it in, Oh can't you see it's such a sin?   The world is sleeping in the dark That the church just can't fight Cause it's asleep in the light How can you be so dead When you've been so well fed Jesus rose from the grave And you, you can't even get out of bed   Oh, Jesus rose from the dead Come on, get out of your bed   How can you be so numb Not to care if they come You close your eyes And pretend the job's done You close your eyes And pretend the job's done   Don't close your eyes Don't pretend the jobs done Come away, come away, come away with Me my love, Come away, from this mess, come away with Me, my love.   www.throughaglassdimly.com feedback@throughaglassdimly.com https://www.facebook.com/throughaglassdimly/ To give a tax-deductible donation, go to www.sophiesdream.org Thank you!

I recently was delayed in posting episodes due to losing my beloved dog. I talk about grieving and healing and inspiring stories of dogs and how they are angels without wings who have come to protect us and provide unconditional love.

This is the third and last installment of the series, "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" where I do a spiritual interpretation of the movie "The Wizard of Oz". Life lessons of hope. Sometimes we doubt ourselves, and wish for something that we actually already possess. www.throughaglassdimly.com feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Like us on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/throughaglassdimly/

This is the second part of a series of episodes titled "Somewhere over the Rainbow". I will be discussing what most don't see in the film industry and what really goes on behind the curtain and camera. I will discuss the abuses that have happened inside the movie studios.  I will tell my stories of getting into visual effects when the technology first began and the challenges of working in the industry. I will also bring words of hope and finding happiness and hope that isn't found somewhere over the rainbow. www.throughaglassdimly.com www.sophiesdream.org feedback@throughaglassdimly.com

This is the first of a series of episodes titled "Somewhere over the Rainbow". I will be discussing what most don't see in the film industry and what really goes on behind the curtain and camera. I will discuss the abuses that have happened inside the movie studios. I will talk about the tragic life of Judy Garland and others and my opinion why a lot of addiction occurs among artists in the entertainment industry. I will also discuss my experience working on major films and televisions shows and finding happiness and hope that isn't found somewhere over the rainbow.  

So many of us put on the perfect mask. It seems, the thicker the mask, the more painful and horrific the secrets. These secrets are making our minds and bodies sick. There is only one way to heal them. Listen to my journey and the stories of those I know who have kept secrets too and how I was healed. Please like us on Facebook and share the podcast with others who would be encouraged. https://www.facebook.com/throughaglassdimly/ Sponsored by www.sophiesdream.org. A non-profit dedicated to healing trauma and PTSD through the arts. Your tax-deductible donation is much appreciated. Please subscribe to the podcast and share. Thank you.

This is a short version of my testimony. Fifteen years ago, I met someone on an an internet dating site that ended up being a predator.  This is a story of being a prisoner in an abusive marriage and fleeing danger only to find myself homeless and hungry. This is just a short version of some of the horrific things I experienced but also hope that people can heal from the most devastating things. Thank you for listening.   Sponsor: Sophiesdream, Inc.  A tax deductible non-profit dedicated to healing PTSD and trauma through the arts. Please visit www.sophiesdream.org For feedback: please contact: feedback@throughaglassdimly.com Copyright 2019. All rights Reserved. Reproduction prohibited except by permission.