Join Ben and Ian as they delve into Romans 12:12, exploring why it's considered the Bible verse of the year for grandparents. Discover insights on being joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer. Ian shares personal anecdotes and practical advice on maintaining strength and faith throughout life's challenges. Learn how embracing these virtues can transform your grandparenting journey and deepen your spiritual walk. Perfect for grandparents seeking guidance and encouragement in their spiritual and family lives.

Key Takeaways:


Romans 12:12's Significance: This verse is not solely for grandparents; it offers a lifetime's guidance, encouraging joy, patience, and faithfulness.


Hope and Joy: A deep confidence in God's promises can sustain joy even in difficult circumstances, transcending worldly trials.


Patience in Affliction: Accepting life's realities is essential—acknowledging that hardships are part of a broken world rather than resisting them.


The Power of Prayer: Persisting in prayer connects us deeply with faith, underscoring our reliance on God's presence and guidance.


Practical Spiritual Growth: Ian shares seven principles to deepen one's spiritual resilience, from focusing on blessings to listening and persisting in faith.

Notable Quotes:


"Trusting the deep promises of God, you don't lose them."


"Being joyful is not just being happy when things aren't working out, but knowing who's walked before you."


"Be persistent in prayer because it matters."


"You should be praying daily, which is true."


"Focus on God's promises; it's important to count our blessings."

Click here for more on Ian Barnett, National Grandparent Movement and extra resources.

Episodes hosted by Ben McEachen from Hope 1032 in Sydney, Australia.

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message (Message the GrandParenthood Team) or via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

Join Ben and Ian as they delve into Romans 12:12, exploring why it's considered the Bible verse of the year for grandparents. Discover insights on being joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer. Ian shares personal anecdotes and practical advice on maintaining strength and faith throughout life's challenges. Learn how embracing these virtues can transform your grandparenting journey and deepen your spiritual walk. Perfect for grandparents seeking guidance and encouragement in their spiritual and family lives.
Key Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>
Romans 12:12's Significance: This verse is not solely for grandparents; it offers a lifetime's guidance, encouraging joy, patience, and faithfulness.
</li>
<li>
Hope and Joy: A deep confidence in God's promises can sustain joy even in difficult circumstances, transcending worldly trials.
</li>
<li>
Patience in Affliction: Accepting life's realities is essential&mdash;acknowledging that hardships are part of a broken world rather than resisting them.
</li>
<li>
The Power of Prayer: Persisting in prayer connects us deeply with faith, underscoring our reliance on God's presence and guidance.
</li>
<li>
Practical Spiritual Growth: Ian shares seven principles to deepen one's spiritual resilience, from focusing on blessings to listening and persisting in faith.
</li>
</ul>
Notable Quotes:
<ul>
<li>
"Trusting the deep promises of God, you don't lose them."
</li>
<li>
"Being joyful is not just being happy when things aren't working out, but knowing who's walked before you."
</li>
<li>
"Be persistent in prayer because it matters."
</li>
<li>
"You should be praying daily, which is true."
</li>
<li>
"Focus on God's promises; it's important to count our blessings."
</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://ngmlegacy.com.au/">Click here for more on Ian Barnett, National Grandparent Movement and extra resources.</a>
Episodes hosted by <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/programs/hope-mornings/">Ben McEachen from Hope 1032</a> in Sydney, Australia.
Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at <a href="http://www.hopepodcasts.com.au/">hopepodcasts.com.au</a>. And send the team a message&nbsp;<a href="https://hope1032.com.au/grandparenthood/">(Message the GrandParenthood Team)</a> or via&nbsp;<a href="https://hope1032.com.au/listen/#apps">Hope 103.2&rsquo;s app</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Hope103.2">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydneyshope1032/">Instagram</a>.

Welcome to Grandparenthood, the podcast to help you be the best grandparent you can be. Join invested grandfather and founder of the National Grandparent Movement, Ian Barnett, as he explores every facet and issue of grandparenting in the 21st Century.

With a special focus upon the legacy of Christian faith, Grandparenthood is a vital resource for equipping you in this important phase of family life.

Episodes hosted by Ben McEachen from Hope 1032 in Sydney, Australia.

Click here for more on Ian Barnett, National Grandparent Movement and extra resources.

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

Welcome to Grandparenthood, the podcast to help you be the best grandparent you can be. Join invested grandfather and founder of the <a href="https://ngmlegacy.com.au/">National Grandparent Movement</a>, Ian Barnett, as he explores every facet and issue of grandparenting in the 21st Century.
With a special focus upon the legacy of Christian faith, Grandparenthood is a vital resource for equipping you in this important phase of family life.
Episodes hosted by <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/programs/hope-mornings/">Ben McEachen from Hope 1032</a> in Sydney, Australia.
<a href="https://ngmlegacy.com.au/">Click here for more on Ian Barnett, National Grandparent Movement and extra resources.</a>
Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at <a href="http://www.hopepodcasts.com.au/">hopepodcasts.com.au</a>. And send the team a message via <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/listen/#apps">Hope 103.2’s app</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Hope103.2">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydneyshope1032/">Instagram</a>.

Grandparenthood

Welcome to Grandparenthood, the podcast to help you be the best grandparent you can be. Join invested grandfather and founder of the National Grandparent Movement, Ian Barnett, as he explores every facet and issue of grandparenting in the 21st Century. With a special focus upon the legacy of Christian faith, Grandparenthood is a vital resource for equipping you in this important phase of family life. Episodes hosted by Ben McEachen from Hope 1032 in Sydney, Australia.

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

Welcome to Grandparenthood, the podcast to help you be the best grandparent you can be. Join invested grandfather and founder of the National Grandparent Movement, Ian Barnett, as he explores every facet and issue of grandparenting in the 21st Century. With a special focus upon the legacy of Christian faith, Grandparenthood is a vital resource for equipping you in this important phase of family life. Episodes hosted by Ben McEachen from Hope 1032 in Sydney, Australia.
Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at <a href="http://www.hopepodcasts.com.au/">hopepodcasts.com.au</a>. And send the team a message via <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/listen/#apps">Hope 103.2’s app</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Hope103.2">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydneyshope1032/">Instagram</a>.