Why is it, then, when God says, “Be kind” or “Be holy,” that we bristle, as though he wants to spoil our happiness and dreams of success?

God loves us all with an everlasting love, desiring only our good.  

Why is it, then, when God says, “Be kind” or “Be holy,” that we bristle, as though he wants to spoil our happiness and dreams of success?
God loves us all with an everlasting love, desiring only our good.

Got a minute? That’s all it takes to listen to HEARTBEAT, a podcast with plain talk about real life. Brought to you by The Salvation Army, HEARTBEAT offers Christian insights on everyday issues. Learn more about the show and our hosts at www.salvationarmysoundcast.org.

Heartbeat

Got a minute? That’s all it takes to listen to HEARTBEAT, a podcast with plain talk about real life. Brought to you by The Salvation Army, HEARTBEAT offers Christian insights on everyday issues. Learn more about the show and our hosts at www.salvationarmysoundcast.org.

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In this heartfelt episode, we explore the beauty of finding holiness in everyday moments with the ones we love. When life gets chaotic and the to-do list feels endless, sometimes the greatest act of love is simply pausing together to appreciate God’s creation and presence. Discover how choosing to be present with your spouse—even in small, unexpected moments—can deepen your connection and reveal the sacredness woven into daily life.

Key Takeaways:


Love thrives not only in grand gestures but in simple, quiet moments.


Pausing to appreciate God’s creation invites peace amidst chaos.


Being present with your spouse is a holy act and a way to cherish your relationship daily.


The ordinary can become extraordinary when viewed through God’s eyes.

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In this heartfelt episode, we explore the beauty of finding holiness in everyday moments with the ones we love. When life gets chaotic and the to-do list feels endless, sometimes the greatest act of love is simply pausing together to appreciate God&rsquo;s creation and presence. Discover how choosing to be present with your spouse&mdash;even in small, unexpected moments&mdash;can deepen your connection and reveal the sacredness woven into daily life.
Key Takeaways:
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Love thrives not only in grand gestures but in simple, quiet moments.
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Pausing to appreciate God&rsquo;s creation invites peace amidst chaos.
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Being present with your spouse is a holy act and a way to cherish your relationship daily.
</li>
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The ordinary can become extraordinary when viewed through God&rsquo;s eyes.
</li>
</ul>
👉 Don&rsquo;t forget: You can also download our free devotional, &ldquo;Mind, Body &amp; Soul,&rdquo; designed to help strengthen your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and practical habits.
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Cherishing Your Spouse in Everyday Life

In this episode, we’re talking about one of the hardest parts of following Jesus—loving difficult people. Whether it’s a critical coworker, a gossiping friend, or someone who just knows how to push your buttons, Scripture reminds us that love is still the call.

Jesus said in John 13:35, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” That means our response to others—especially the challenging ones—speaks volumes about who we belong to.

Takeaways:


Loving others isn’t about agreeing—it’s about reflecting Christ’s heart.


Prayer is often the first step toward compassion.


Patience and kindness in difficult moments reveal God’s grace in us.


You may be the only example of Jesus someone encounters today.

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In this episode, we&rsquo;re talking about one of the hardest parts of following Jesus&mdash;loving difficult people. Whether it&rsquo;s a critical coworker, a gossiping friend, or someone who just knows how to push your buttons, Scripture reminds us that love is still the call.
Jesus said in John 13:35, &ldquo;By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.&rdquo; That means our response to others&mdash;especially the challenging ones&mdash;speaks volumes about who we belong to.
Takeaways:
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Loving others isn&rsquo;t about agreeing&mdash;it&rsquo;s about reflecting Christ&rsquo;s heart.
</li>
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Prayer is often the first step toward compassion.
</li>
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Patience and kindness in difficult moments reveal God&rsquo;s grace in us.
</li>
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You may be the only example of Jesus someone encounters today.
</li>
</ul>
👉 Don&rsquo;t forget: You can also download our free devotional, &ldquo;Mind, Body &amp; Soul,&rdquo; designed to help strengthen your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and practical habits.
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Loving the Difficult People in Your Life

When people think of a “Christian,” they often picture someone who looks or acts a certain way—quoting Bible verses, listening only to worship music, or praying before every cup of coffee. But Jesus gave us a very different picture. In John 13, He said that the world would know His disciples by their love. This episode is a reminder that following Jesus isn’t about appearances or rituals—it’s about reflecting His love through kindness, patience, and integrity in everyday life.

Key Takeaways:


True Christianity isn’t about looking a certain way; it’s about living with love.


Jesus said the mark of a disciple is love (John 13:35).


Small, genuine acts—kindness, patience, honesty—speak volumes about who you are.


Being a Christian doesn’t mean being perfect; it means being transformed by love.

👉 Don’t forget: You can also download our free devotional, “Mind, Body & Soul,” designed to help strengthen your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and practical habits.

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When people think of a &ldquo;Christian,&rdquo; they often picture someone who looks or acts a certain way&mdash;quoting Bible verses, listening only to worship music, or praying before every cup of coffee. But Jesus gave us a very different picture. In John 13, He said that the world would know His disciples by their love. This episode is a reminder that following Jesus isn&rsquo;t about appearances or rituals&mdash;it&rsquo;s about reflecting His love through kindness, patience, and integrity in everyday life.
Key Takeaways:
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<li data-start="594" data-end="672">
True Christianity isn&rsquo;t about looking a certain way; it&rsquo;s about living with love.
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Jesus said the mark of a disciple is love (John 13:35).
</li>
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Small, genuine acts&mdash;kindness, patience, honesty&mdash;speak volumes about who you are.
</li>
<li data-start="824" data-end="909">
Being a Christian doesn&rsquo;t mean being perfect; it means being transformed by love.
</li>
</ul>
👉 Don&rsquo;t forget: You can also download our free devotional, &ldquo;Mind, Body &amp; Soul,&rdquo; designed to help strengthen your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and practical habits.
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