Heart Of The Matter Radio

Michelle Lazurek shares how hospitality changed her life, and she offers tips on how you can help others.

Lindsey Brackett shares from her latest novel, Still Waters. She gives hints on how we can accept our own limitations and forgive ourselves as well as others.

Suicide destroys a life and hurts everyone else. Christina Rose shares from her family's experience and gives tips for hope and prevention.

Carol McLeod shares how we can protect our hearts by watching what we think.

Sharron Cosby's son struggled with addiction for years. She guides mothers how to look after themselves, overcoming guilt and depression.

Carol McLeod shares how she found joy despite blinding heartache, and she shares how you can experience real joy, no matter what life brings. Carolmcleodministries.com

Losing both parents is traumatic even if it happens once you are grown. However, the psalmist wrote, "When my parents forsake me, the Lord will take me up." Kim de Blecourt shares they journey she walked while adopting a child from overseas, and her book shows the parallels of God adopting us into his family.

Did you know mentoring took place in the Bible? You can find several examples. Paul called Timothy his true child in the faith and helped him learn how to lead a church. Jayme Hull shares how mentoring can change your life and others.

You might get the impression Christ solves all your problems once you you believe in Jesus. However, beginning a journey doesn't mean the story ends. Kim Laliberte shares how God offers more when you live close to him.

We can become bored and restless with life's routine and want something more. Heidi McLaughlin shares how to have an abundant life in the Lord. Find her at www.heartconnection.ca

Physician Assistant, Karynthia Phillips offers tips for getting back in shape after the holidays. Find her at www.karynthiaphillips.com

Jane Rubietta shares lessons from her first novel. Even if your background was painful, you can heal and grow. Find Jane at janerubietta.com

Carol McLeod shares from her latest devotional, Let There Be Joy. She offers thoughts for meditation on the birth of the Savior.

Depression during the holidays can be crippling. If you are someone you love struggles with depression, Dr. Michelle Bengstron can help. And if you aren't depressed, reach out to someone who is.

Peggy Sue Wells shares from her latest book, Homeless for the Holidays. The family faced their worst fear because of of joblessness, but they learn to have a great time without all the fuss. She talks about ways to have more by doing less.

Teens and their moms face a huge transition as the teen moves into adulthood. Tessa Emily Hall has a ministry to teen girls and she gives tips on handling those tough years.

Karen Whiting discusses thanksgiving in the Bible and shares how moms today can make Thanksgiving fun. www.karenwhiting.com

Busy moms wonder struggle to be thankful, much less teach it. Becky Harling shares how to have a spirit of thankfulness in your home. (without losing your mind)

Deborah Malone shares her story and explains how she bloomed even after she was broken. Fine Deborah at www.wherehopeblooms.

Cynthia Cavanaugh and Andrea Tomassi have opened their hearts with their devotional on living boldly. They cover all aspects of life including being open, prayer, communing with God, and forgiving.