The Love Offering

A Little Group Goes a Long Way with Hal Donaldson In 1994, when Mother Teresa asked a young Hal Donaldson what he was doing to help the poor and suffering, he replied “not much of anything.” She told him, “everyone can do something.” Her words lingered, and the (then) aspiring journalist, returned from India and began handing out groceries out of the back of a pickup truck, and went on to found the nonprofit organization Convoy of Hope.Convoy of Hope is a faith-based organization with a driving passion to feed the world. With a long history as an early responder in times of natural disasters, Convoy of Hope has served more than 200 million people since it was founded in 1994. Join us today as we talk about the small beginnings of this non-profit, his book Disruptive Compassion, and how a little group goes a long way. Connect with Hal and Convoy Of Hope:convoyofhope.orgHal’s latest book:Disruptive Compassion: Becoming the Revolutionary You Were Born to BeSupport the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Being human is hard. Being in relationships with other humans is even harder. People are complex and relationships are messy but loving one another well is possible. We can actually grow closer to God and others through the circumstances we'd rather run from.Grace P. Cho is joining us to talk about her contribution to Come Sit with Me. She along with 25 (in)courage writers help you navigate tough relational tensions by revealing their own hard-fought, grace-filled learning moments. Whether you're in the middle of a conflict without resolution or wondering how to enter into a friend's pain, this book will serve as a gentle guide. Discover how God can work through your disagreements, differences, and discomfort in ways you might never expect through something as simple as your presence. Connect with Grace:https://www.gracepcho.comSupport the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

God wants to use you right where you are through every single encounter you have. No matter who you are, what you do, or where you are, join Alice Mategora and I as we talk about How to Save the World. Tune in to discover practical ways to share your faith as you join God in saving the world right where you live—one encounter at a time. Connect with Alice: www.alicematagora.comSupport the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Isn’t it time you said yes to God? What’s holding you back? The risk? The unknown? The unwillingness to shake up the comfortable status quo? Whatever it is, if you’re not in God’s best place, you’re missing out on something great. The Lord is calling you into a Promised Land. But it’s going to take some faith steps to get there.Jenn Hand wants you to be able to say to God, “My yes is on the table.” Not halfheartedly. Not half the time. Not halfway there. Jenn wants you to go all in with God—because God is all in for you.My Yes Is on the Table takes you into the story of the Israelites as they journeyed out of the wilderness and into the Holy Land that God had granted them. Each chapter will challenge you to move from a fear stop to a faith step. And once you’ve started taking those steps with God, there’s no telling where you’ll end up.For too long, you’ve been paralyzed by fear of the future. You feel God calling. You want to go forward with His plans. Yet fear has stopped you from taking the leap. No more! Instead of letting fear stop you short, let faith call you forward with newfound confidence and holy boldness. Put your “yes” on the table, and watch God do more in your life than you could have ever imagined.“God said yes to me, so I pray I continue to say yes to Him.”If you’ve never said yes to God, please reach out to Jennifer or me. We’d love share the Good News of the Gospel with you!(comingaliveministries.com)Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

There is power in a simple invitation. I know I have experienced the effects of someone extending an invitation to me. Jesus also knew the power of the simple invitation and extended them often–to see, to dine, to rest, to renew, to be blessed, and to take up our cross. We are discussing the power of a simple invitation today on the podcast with my guest, Barb Hill. Barb is the author of Seasons of Waiting, and she is on the show giving us an invitation to hope. Join us today to be encouraged to accept that invitation and extend that invitation to others because as you will discover a little invitation goes a long way.Connect with Barb:Barbhillauthor.com@Barbs_hillSupport the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

What do you do when God seems to have vanished?When you have a decision to make, when your stability is shaken, when your sure-fire plan fails—when everything is spinning out of control…Esther is the perfect partner for seeing our invisible God in uncertainty. Though she lived centuries ago, Esther speaks to us when we run into limited control and resources. We find in her a strength and fortitude you and I need today. A strength we discover as we follow her process of listen, feel, do, and speak. We’ll see that Esther carved a pathway, not only with faith but with influence, for all women who find themselves walking through uncertainty. In today’s episode, Lynn shares how to:Listen to wise people who fill our gaps of understandingEmbrace your feelings as a catalyst for God-directed action.Do the work God assigns you even when in doubt.Speak up with confidence, knowing that God has a place for your voice in His story.Join us to discover what God can do with a little vessel who is willing and obedient for Him.Connect with Lynn:Estherbookstudy.comLynn Cowell.comSupport the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

High school sweethearts who started out on shaky ground but through hard work and commitment decided that marriage is worth the work. Chad and Megan Lacefield launched Built for Two so they could inspire and empower couples of all ages and stages to pursue God and each other for the sake of their legacy They call themselves two people who have defied the odds stacked against them and in spite of it all, love all things marriage and family. Megan is on the show today sharing their story and encouraging us to keep the main things the main things. She is honest to say that they didn’t arrive at a great marriage overnight but after years of practice and making little shifts they’ve learned how to love each other well, cheer each other on and deal with the junk when it gets in the way of all God has for them. Join us today to discover how a little love goes a long way.Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Does Your Faith Seem Stuck?Do you ever feel like you're not growing in your faith the way you're supposed to? It turns out, there are forces working against you--threats to your faith--trying to keep you from flourishing in your relationship with God.One of Jesus' parables--in fact, the one that gets the most space on God's sacred pages--deals with this very issue. It's the story about the sower, the seed, and the soil (Matthew 13). Just as a farmer doesn't toss seed on the ground to get rid of it, God never brings you into contact with his Word for no reason. A farmer wants fruit, and God wants to help you experience more joy, peace, love, etc. Mike Novotny is on today’s episode talking about his book, What’s Big Starts Small. In today’s episode we chat about the six threats Jesus lists in the parable of the sower and the seed--pride, pain, worries, wealth, wants, and not waiting--and the corresponding strategies to overcome them. If you're wondering why your faith isn't working in some aspects of your life, today’s episode is for you.Connect with Mike:Time of Grace.orgSupport the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

As women in today’s world, we face extraordinary pressure to pursue a great calling and perform to prove our worth. This pressure breeds anxiety, and we often find ourselves “toiling and spinning,” as Jesus described. After striving to find purpose in the competitive environment of Hollywood, Shari Rigby reminds us that our purpose and significance have already been spoken by God. Through her devotional Consider the Lilies and in today’s episode, Shari guides us back to the Scriptures to discover the will of God for their lives and remind us of our inherent value. Connect with Shari:The Women In My World@sharirigbySupport the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever questioned God’s leading when following Him costs you your greatest joy? Has your acceptance of God’s plan brought you grief instead of peace? Do you find that waiting for clarity is excruciating when you’re suffering in the present? These are some of the questions Heather Anderson wrestled with. When her husband, Josh, left his professional baseball career in obedience to Christ’s calling, years of pain and brokenness followed. Not only did God require Josh to die to himself, but Heather also experienced a pouring out. Together, however, they learned that being separated from your dream doesn’t mean you’ve separated from God. Through this episode you will:▫️Take active steps to mend your relationship with God.▫️Restore your trust in God when He changes your circumstances.▫️Gain confidence to speak with the Lord after you’ve been disappointed.▫️Overcome the urge to shrink back from your mission when your purpose is unclear.▫️Discover satisfaction in your new phase of life.Join us as Heather shares how to return to your first love. Because as she will show you, personally experiencing the Lord is how you obtain His light, because in Him there is no darkness. Your pain will grow dim in the light of your commitment and God’s glory.“We can be love offerings by staying committed to the Lord and doing what He’s called us to do. Your faith and your commitment can change the world.”Connect with Heather:https://instagram.com/_heatheraandersonhttps://kharispublishing.com/Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.