The Daily Grace Podcast
The Daily Grace Podcast exists to encourage and equip women to seek God in His Word. Our goal is for women to know that deep Bible study, sound doctrine, and rich theology are not just for the seminary student or pastor, but are accessible and transformational for all believers. We want to invite women to join us in our conversation about our great God, and be encouraged to seek a deeper knowledge of God that leads them to live their lives for God glory as they grow in love and awe in response to who He is. The Daily Grace Podcast is a weekly podcast brought to you by The Daily Grace Co.
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Tuesday May 05, 2020
Tuesday May 05, 2020
What are you insecure about? Your body image? Your past? Your bigger-than-life or too-quiet personality? Insecurities challenge each of us, and the culture feeds off of this by publishing endless self-help books and marketing easy platitudes. Is there a way to overcome our insecurities and walk in true freedom? Yes, and Phylicia Masonheimer graciously walks us through this topic and offers practical encouragement in how to overcome our insecurities in the Lord! Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/ Questions? Email us! podcast@thedailygraceco.com _______________________________ Resources mentioned in this episode: Phyilicia’s IG: @phyliciamasonheimer Stop Calling Me Beautiful by Phylicia Masonheimer Adore by Sara Hagerty Ep. 57 The Beauty of Daily Dependence by Daily Grace Jesus Over Everything by Lisa Whittle Caroline: Little House, Revisited by Sarah Miller Phylicia’s Blog Verity Podcast Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin Scripture mentioned in this episode: Psalms 2 Corinthians 3:18 1 Corinthians 10:13 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download. On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox. Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Communityt”. Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! **The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God's Word, the only authority on truth.**
Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
“I have a bad memory! Memorizing Scripture is hard. Where do we start? Which verses should we memorize? Why should we even engage in this particular spiritual discipline? Do we have to?” We have all entertained one or more of these thoughts. Scripture memorization is a spiritual discipline that often gets pushed aside. But there are countless benefits to hiding God’s Word in our hearts and minds, and it is a discipline that is well worth our efforts. We offer tips and tricks to help you make it happen! Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/ Questions? Email us! podcast@thedailygraceco.com _______________________________ Resources mentioned in this episode: Ep. 22 Memorizing Scripture with Amanda Barzycki by Daily Grace Ep. 29 Meditation: Studying God’s Word with Your Heart & Mind by Daily Grace The Word Hand - Navigators Ep. 55 Praying Scripture by Daily Grace Fighter Verses from Desiring God Topical Memory System - Navigators Verse Cards from The Daily Grace Co. Daily Truth from The Daily Grace Co. Daily Truth for Kids from The Daily Grace Co. An Approach to Extended Memorization of Scripture by Andrew Davis The Bible App - Youversion Dwell - Scripture Listening App Scripture Memory Journal from The Daily Grace Co. The Bible Memory App Kim Volendorff on IG - @sixonesis Scripture mentioned in this episode: Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Proverbs 7:1 Colossians 3:16 Deuteronomy 10:13 John 17:17 Ephesians 6:10-12 1 John 5:19 Ephesians 6:17 Psalm 119:11 James 3:8 1 John 1:9 2 Corinthians 5 Matthew 5:11-12 Romans 1:16 Romans 3:23 Romans 6:23 Romans 5:8 Ephesians 2:8-9 John 1:12 1 John 5:13 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download. On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox. Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Communityt”. Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. **Affiliate links used are used where appropriate.** Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast!
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Diversity is a beautiful idea from God. His image bearers are marked with racial and cultural differences. But the gospel is for people of every tribe, nation, and tongue, and we can get a taste of heaven when there is true unity amongst diversity within the body of Christ. But there are natural challenges we face! We are joined by Aubrey Coleman, and she offers great encouragement and practical suggestions on how we can pursue unity specifically regarding racial and cultural differences. Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/ Questions? Email us! podcast@thedailygraceco.com _______________________________ Resources mentioned in this episode: Ep. 53 Comparing Our Spiritual Gifts by Daily Grace When the Kings Comes Marching In by Richard Mouw The Storm-Tossed Family by Russell Moore United? We Pray: Podcast and Blog “How Scripture Affirms Dr. King’s Dream” by Aubrey Coleman Heaven by Randy Alcorn Scripture mentioned in this episode: Revelation 7:9 Galatians 3:28 Colossians 3:12 Proverbs 11:14 Psalm 119:9 Matthew 22:39 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download. On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox. Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “Lamp and Light”. Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. **Affiliate links used are used where appropriate.** Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast!
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
Deep, meaningful friendships. We all want them! God actually designed us to live and grow in relationship to Him and each other. The Bible offers a vision of friendship that goes beyond doing things 50/50. It goes beyond affirming, venting, and commiserating. Christian friendship is an eternal bond offered by the blood of Christ. We serve each other sacrificially, help each other grow in holiness, etc. But how do we cultivate these friendships? Where do we start? Tune in! Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/ Questions? Email us! podcast@thedailygraceco.com _______________________________ Resources mentioned in this episode: Hatch Baby Rest Sound Machine Westminster Confession of Faith Ep. 36 Celebrating Others in a Culture of Competition by Daily Grace “Cultivating a Lasting Community” by Verity (Phyilicia Masonheimer) Ep. 31 Gospel Friendship with Kelly Needham by Daily Grace Friend-ish Reclaiming Real Friendship by Kelly Needham Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer Closer Than a Sister by Christina Fox Scripture mentioned in this episode: Genesis 2:18 John 1:12-13 1 Corinthians 12:26-27 Ephesians 1:4 Galatians 6:9-10 Philippians 2:3-4 Romans 12:10 John 15:5 Ephesians 4:15-16 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Hebrews 3:13 Psalm 141:5 Proverbs 27:8 Colossians 3:12 Romans 12:15 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 John 17 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android,click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download. On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox. Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “Lamp and Light”. Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. **Affiliate links used are used where appropriate.** Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast!
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Has anyone ever told you to “trust God”? The assumption behind that phrase is that God is trustworthy. But how can we know that He will make good on His promises? Can we really trust that He will be faithful and work all things for our good? We can find ourselves asking these questions especially in times of suffering. We can trust God because He is a covenant-making and covenant-keeping God. Covenants show us how God relates to us, and why we can have a sure and confident hope in Jesus. Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/ Questions? Email us! podcast@thedailygraceco.com _______________________________ Resources mentioned in this episode: The Ever Co. (@theeverco) “Hesed (Steadfast Love) Necklace by The Daily Grace Co. Faithful: The Covenant God from Eden to Eternity from The Daily Grace Co. The Daily Grace Co. Community on Facebook “Steadfast” by Sandra McCracken “Emmanuel (Every Promise Yes in Him)” by Caroline Cobb “God is For Us” by City Alight “He Will Hold Me Fast” by Norton Hall Band Scripture mentioned in this episode: Psalm 42:3 Jeremiah 31:3 1 Peter 3:18 Exodus 34:6-7 Psalm 136 2 Timothy 2:13 Deuteronomy 7:9 2 Corinthians 5:7 Genesis 12:2 Genesis 15:1-4 Lamentations 3:22-23 Genesis 50:20 2 Corinthians 1:20 Hebrews 13:5-6 Joshua 1:5 Romans 8:32 Romans 8:28 Hebrews 11 1 Corinthians 1:8 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 Ephesians 2:8-9 Philippians 1:6 Psalm 111:2 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download. On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox. Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “Lamp and Light”. Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. **Affiliate links used are used where appropriate.** Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast!
Tuesday Mar 31, 2020
Tuesday Mar 31, 2020
What does it look like to be discipled and to make disciples? What if you’re in a busy season with littles? Does it have to be a weekly coffee date with the Bible open? What’s the fruit of opening up our lives, mess in all? Hunter Beless joins us and shares how she has been personally discipled and how that has impacted her own mission to disciple others. She shares how her mentors taught her to imitate Christ, apply the gospel to every circumstance, and depend on the grace of God. Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/ Questions? Email us! podcast@thedailygraceco.com _______________________________ Resources mentioned in this episode: Journeywomen Podcast Risenmotherhood Gospel Fluency by Jeff Vanderstelt Enough About Me by Jenn Oshman Scripture mentioned in this episode: 1 Corinthians 11:1 Matthew 28:16-20 Titus 2:1-8 Deuteronomy 32:47 Lamentations 3:22-23 Psalm 148 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download. On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox. Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “Lamp and Light”. Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! **The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God's Word, the only authority on truth.**
Wednesday Mar 25, 2020
Wednesday Mar 25, 2020
What is the evidence that true forgiveness has taken place in our hearts and lives? What does it practically look like to extend forgiveness? Forgiveness isn’t just “forgive and forget”. There are internal elements and external elements of forgiveness. Our thoughts, emotions, and actions are all influenced by the exchange of forgiveness! Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/ Questions? Email us! podcast@thedailygraceco.com _______________________________ Resources mentioned in this episode: Ep. 60 Why Should We Forgive Others? by Daily Grace Scripture mentioned in this episode: Psalm 103:12 Hebrews 8:12 Luke 6:45 Ephesians 4:32 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download. On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox. Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “Lamp and Light”. Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. **Affiliate links used are used where appropriate.** Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast!
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
Do we forgive others for our good or the good of others? Is it for our own peace of mind or is it to foster peace with others? What does God’s Word have to say regarding the “why” behind forgiveness between people? God’s people are compelled by His love, grace, and forgiveness to extend love, grace, and forgiveness to others. It is a mark of a believer to have an ongoing attitude of forgiveness. But this doesn’t mean it’s easy: we need God’s help! Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/ Questions? Email us! podcast@thedailygraceco.com _______________________________ Resources mentioned in this episode: Snoogle Pregnancy Body Pillow Instant Pot Air Fryer Ask Pastor John: “The Major Obstacle in Forgiving Others” Ep. 32 Can We Trust Our Emotions? by Daily Grace Scripture mentioned in this episode: Ephesians 4:32 Colossians 3:13 Luke 7:36-50 Matthew 18 1 Peter 4:8 Mark 11:25 Ephesians 4:31 Luke 6:28 Romans 5:8 Matthew 18:21 Romans 12:19-20 1 Peter 2:22-23 Ephesians 4:1-6 Exodus 34:7 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download. On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox. Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “Lamp and Light”. Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. **Affiliate links used are used where appropriate.** Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast!
Tuesday Mar 17, 2020
Tuesday Mar 17, 2020
What if the worst case scenario happens? What if our family contracts COVID-19? What if the lump is cancer? What if I lose my job? How do we walk by faith in the midst of life’s many “what if’s”? We believe the gospel offers us freedom from living with the “what if’s” ever before us. Sometimes, tragedy does strike. Our world may experience a pandemic. But God’s people respond, not in fear, but in faith. We look back to God’s past faithfulness, and we look forward to His future faithfulness. We are not “what if” people; we are “even if” people. Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/ Questions? Email us! podcast@thedailygraceco.com _______________________________ Resources mentioned in this episode: Lume Brand Deodorant Ep. 2 God’s Word in Joy & Pain with Kristin Schmucker by Daily Grace Ep. 10 Suffering & Sovereignty with Maritza Gutierrez-Rey by Daily Grace Ep. 54 Hope in Suffering with Katherine and Jay Wolf by Daily Grace Even If by The Daily Grace Co. Lamp and Light Facebook Community - “Even If” starts April 20th A Peculiar Glory by John Piper Ep. 7 Preaching the Gospel to Yourself by Daily Grace Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop Heidelberg Catechism Scripture mentioned in this episode: Habakkuk 3:17-18 Daniel 3:17-18 Isaiah 43:1-3 Deuteronomy 31:6 Hebrews 13:5 Isaiah 41:10 Romans 8:38-39 Philippians 3:8 Job 42:2 Psalm 119:68 John 16:33 Romans 8:28 Jonah Revelation 21:3-5 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Psalm 46:1-3 Psalm 46:1-3 Romans 8:26 Hebrews 4:16-17 Ephesians 3:4 2 Timothy 3:8 Lamentations 3:16-17, 32 Psalm 42 Esther 4:16 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download. On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox. Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “Lamp and Light”. Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. **Affiliate links used are used where appropriate.** Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast!
Tuesday Mar 10, 2020
Tuesday Mar 10, 2020
Can you follow your dreams and follow Jesus? How do we know when it’s time to pursue, press pause, or release a dream? How do our dreams, gifts, and talents play into glorifying God and enjoying Him forever? Our culture has a lot to say about chasing dreams, but what does the Word of God say? Dianne Jago joins us today to talk to us about this very real aspect of our lives. Be sure to check out her new book, A Holy Pursuit, for more on how the gospel shapes our dreams. Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/ Questions? Email us! podcast@thedailygraceco.com _______________________________ Resources mentioned in this episode: Deeply Rooted Magazine A Holy Pursuit: How the Gospel Frees us to Follow and Lay Down our Dreams Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) Morning and Evening by Charles Spurgeon Crazy Busy by Kevin DeYoung Blue Letter Bible: Bible Search and Study Tools Scripture mentioned in this episode: Colossians 1:21 Psalm 119:9 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download. On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox. Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “Lamp and Light”. Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! **The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God's Word, the only authority on truth.**