Jesus promised that His followers would recognize His voice. While this is true, there are ways we can dull our spiritual ears and ways in which we can heighten our sensitivity to His still soft voice. 

Passages discussed: 1 John 2:11-17;  I John 5:13-15

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Discussion/reflective Questions
What resonated with you most in this episode?
When do you tend to hear God most clearly?
When do you find it most challenging to discern God's voice?
How or why might hatred toward others dull our spiritual hearing?
How or why might selfishness and the sins that stem from this hinder our spiritual hearing?
According to Jesus, who would hear His voice, and what does it mean to be among those people? 
What is one action step God might be asking you to take having listened to this episode?

Jesus promised that His followers would recognize His voice. While this is true, there are ways we can dull our spiritual ears and ways in which we can heighten our sensitivity to His still soft voice. 
Passages discussed: <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20John%202%3A15-17&amp;version=NIVhttps://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20John%202%3A11-17&amp;version=NIV">1 John 2:11-17; </a><a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20John%205%3A13-15&amp;version=NIV"> I John 5:13-15</a>
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Discussion/reflective Questions
<ol>
<li>What resonated with you most in this episode?</li>
<li>When do you tend to hear God most clearly?</li>
<li>When do you find it most challenging to discern God's voice?</li>
<li>How or why might hatred toward others dull our spiritual hearing?</li>
<li>How or why might selfishness and the sins that stem from this hinder our spiritual hearing?</li>
<li>According to Jesus, who would hear His voice, and what does it mean to be among those people? </li>
<li>What is one action step God might be asking you to take having listened to this episode?</li>
</ol>

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This podcast covers topics like:

⭐️ How to Overcome Fear
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⭐️ Courage to Wait on God

Jesus has more planned for us than we could imagine and He’s fully committed to perfecting that which concerns us. Fear holds us back, but His perfect love has the power to cast out all fear!

Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily make decisions based on fear, not faith. In Faith Over Fear, author and speaker Jennifer Slattery helps us see different areas of life where fear has a foothold, and how our identity as children of God can help us move from fear to faithful, bold living.
This podcast covers topics like:
⭐️ How to Overcome Fear ⭐️ Biblical Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety ⭐️ Powerful Steps to Fight Anxiety ⭐️ Finding God Faithful in Hard Seasons ⭐️ Courage to Wait on God
Jesus has more planned for us than we could imagine and He’s fully committed to perfecting that which concerns us. Fear holds us back, but His perfect love has the power to cast out all fear!

Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily...

Faith Over Fear

Hearing God's Voice More Clearly

Why do difficult relationships trigger so much fear, frustration and anxiety? In this episode of Faith Over Fear, Carol McCracken sits down with Bible teacher and author Kathy Howard to discuss how walking with the Holy Spirit transforms the way we handle conflict, misunderstandings and relational tension.

Together, they explore why our instinct is often self-protection, how to trust God when conflict remains unresolved and what it looks like to pursue biblical peace without avoiding hard conversations. If you've ever wished you could take back words spoken in frustration or find greater calm in difficult relationships, this episode offers practical encouragement and biblical wisdom.

In This Episode, you'll hear:
Why fear and self-protection often drive our reactions
How spiritual preparation changes the way we handle conflict
Practical ways to slow down during difficult conversations
The difference between peacekeeping and peacemaking
and more ...

Scripture discussed or referenced: 

Galatians 5:22–23, James 1:19–20, Ephesians 5:21, 1 Corinthians 8:13, Romans 12:16–19, Philippians 4:2, Philemon, Galatians 2:11–15

Find Kathy Howard:

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Find Carol McCracken:

On her website 

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Why do difficult relationships trigger so much fear, frustration and anxiety? In this episode of Faith Over Fear, Carol McCracken sits down with Bible teacher and author Kathy Howard to discuss how walking with the Holy Spirit transforms the way we handle conflict, misunderstandings and relational tension.
Together, they explore why our instinct is often self-protection, how to trust God when conflict remains unresolved and what it looks like to pursue biblical peace without avoiding hard conversations. If you've ever wished you could take back words spoken in frustration or find greater calm in difficult relationships, this episode offers practical encouragement and biblical wisdom.
In This Episode, you'll hear:
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<li data-section-id="lfzeri" data-start="919" data-end="979">Practical ways to slow down during difficult conversations</li>
<li data-section-id="rkzohn" data-start="980" data-end="1033">The difference between peacekeeping and peacemaking</li>
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</ul>
Scripture discussed or referenced:&nbsp;
Galatians 5:22&ndash;23,&nbsp;James 1:19&ndash;20,&nbsp;Ephesians 5:21,&nbsp;1 Corinthians 8:13,&nbsp;Romans 12:16&ndash;19,&nbsp;Philippians 4:2,&nbsp;Philemon,&nbsp;Galatians 2:11&ndash;15
Find Kathy Howard:
<a href="https://www.kathyhoward.org/">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/KathyHowardUnshakeableFaith">On Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/kathyhhoward/">On Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kathy-Howard/author/B001JP7UF8">On Amazon</a>
Find Carol McCracken:
<a href="https://www.carolmccracken.com">On her website&nbsp;</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/carol.o.mccracken">On Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/carologlemccracken/">On Instagram</a>
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How to Stop Letting Conflict Control Your Emotions

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Some relationships leave us feeling anxious, emotionally drained and unsure how to move forward. We want to love well, extend grace and remain faithful to God's call, yet we often find ourselves carrying burdens that were never ours to bear. In this episode, Jennifer Slattery sits down with pastor, author and biblical counselor Brad Hambrick to discuss what healthy boundaries are, what they aren't and why establishing them can feel so difficult—especially for compassionate people.

Together, they explore the difference between sacrificial love and self-neglect, how to recognize unhealthy relational patterns, why boundaries are ultimately an issue of stewardship and what Scripture teaches about navigating difficult relationships with wisdom and grace. If you've ever struggled with guilt, fear of disappointing others or uncertainty about when to step back, this conversation will provide practical guidance and biblical encouragement.

Scripture referenced or discussed: Matthew 7:3–5; John 2:24-25; Romans 13:1–4; Philippians 2:5–8; Philippians 1:6

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Subscribe to her free newsletter

 

Some relationships leave us feeling anxious, emotionally drained and unsure how to move forward. We want to love well, extend grace and remain faithful to God's call, yet we often find ourselves carrying burdens that were never ours to bear. In this episode, Jennifer Slattery sits down with pastor, author and biblical counselor Brad Hambrick to discuss what healthy boundaries are, what they aren't and why establishing them can feel so difficult&mdash;especially for compassionate people.
Together, they explore the difference between sacrificial love and self-neglect, how to recognize unhealthy relational patterns, why boundaries are ultimately an issue of stewardship and what Scripture teaches about navigating difficult relationships with wisdom and grace. If you've ever struggled with guilt, fear of disappointing others or uncertainty about when to step back, this conversation will provide practical guidance and biblical encouragement.
Scripture referenced or discussed: <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%207%3A3-5&amp;amp;version=NIV">Matthew 7:3&ndash;5</a>; <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%202%3A24-25&amp;amp;version=NIV">John 2:24-25</a>; <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%2013%3A1%E2%80%934&amp;amp;version=NIV">Romans 13:1&ndash;4</a>; <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians%202%3A5%E2%80%938&amp;amp;version=NIV">Philippians 2:5&ndash;8</a>; <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians%201%3A6&amp;amp;version=NIV">Philippians 1:6</a>
Connect with Pastor Brad Hambrick:
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<a href="https://www.instagram.com/bradhambrick/">On Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/brad.hambrick.5">On Facebook</a>
Find Jennifer Slattery:
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Healthy Boundaries for Compassionate People

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In this opening episode of our new Faith Over Fear series, Relational Peace: Loving Others Without Losing Yourself, Carol sits down with Bible teacher and author Becky Harling for an honest conversation about the subtle ways we lose ourselves inside relationships. Together, they explore how fear, people-pleasing, overfunctioning, and the pressure to keep everyone happy can quietly erode our peace, identity, and emotional health. Becky shares practical wisdom on boundaries, friendship, emotional dependency, and how Jesus modeled deep love without losing Himself in the process. If you’ve ever felt exhausted from carrying everyone else’s emotions or guilty for needing rest, this episode offers biblical encouragement and practical next steps toward healthier, Christ-centered relationships.

In This Episode, learn:
Why people-pleasing is often fear in disguise
The difference between healthy love and self-erasure
How Jesus modeled boundaries and emotional health
Signs you may be losing yourself in relationships
Why Christian women and men especially struggle with overextending
What healthy friendships actually look like
Practical tools for saying no without guilt
How to love others without carrying their emotional weight

Scripture References
Mark 1:35–38
Proverbs 4:23
John 2:24
Ephesians 2:10
I think I got them all?

Key Takeaway
Healthy relationships are not built on fear, guilt, or emotional exhaustion. They’re built on truth, grace, wisdom, honesty, and an identity firmly rooted in Christ.

Find Becky Harling: 

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On Facebook

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On Amazon

Find Carol McCracken:

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In this opening episode of our new&nbsp;Faith Over Fear&nbsp;series,&nbsp;Relational Peace: Loving Others Without Losing Yourself, Carol sits down with Bible teacher and author&nbsp;Becky Harling&nbsp;for an honest conversation about the subtle ways we lose ourselves inside relationships. Together, they explore how fear, people-pleasing, overfunctioning, and the pressure to keep everyone happy can quietly erode our peace, identity, and emotional health. Becky shares practical wisdom on boundaries, friendship, emotional dependency, and how Jesus modeled deep love without losing Himself in the process. If you&rsquo;ve ever felt exhausted from carrying everyone else&rsquo;s emotions or guilty for needing rest, this episode offers biblical encouragement and practical next steps toward healthier, Christ-centered relationships.
In This Episode, learn:
<ul>
<li>Why people-pleasing is often fear in disguise</li>
<li>The difference between healthy love and self-erasure</li>
<li>How Jesus modeled boundaries and emotional health</li>
<li>Signs you may be losing yourself in relationships</li>
<li>Why Christian women and men especially struggle with&nbsp;overextending</li>
<li>What healthy friendships actually look like</li>
<li>Practical tools for saying no without guilt</li>
<li>How to love others without carrying their emotional weight</li>
</ul>
Scripture References
<ul>
<li>Mark 1:35&ndash;38</li>
<li>Proverbs 4:23</li>
<li>John 2:24</li>
<li>Ephesians 2:10</li>
<li>I think I got them all?</li>
</ul>
Key Takeaway Healthy relationships are not built on fear, guilt, or emotional exhaustion. They&rsquo;re built on truth, grace, wisdom, honesty, and an identity firmly rooted in Christ.
Find Becky Harling:&nbsp;
<a href="https://beckyharling.com/">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/beckyharlingministries">On Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/beckyharling/">On Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Becky-Harling/author/B001JP9TZW?ref=ap_rdr&amp;store_ref=ap_rdr&amp;isDramIntegrated=true&amp;shoppingPortalEnabled=true">On Amazon</a>
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Why We Lose Ourselves in Relationships—and How to Find Our Way Back

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