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Bridges

Monica Schmelter

Bridges is a safe place to talk about what's important to you. No topic is off limits, and the Bible is our guide. Through real life stories and biblical truth - Bridges will bring you hope for the journey.

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Faith and Healing for Families
March 15, 2024 - 28 min
Today Laine shares what gave her the faith to believe for the restoration of her 3 prodigal children healing. She had what she calls a “Saul to Paul” experience personally in my late 30s when God miraculously resurrected my 17-year-old dead marriage. This miracle was the anchor for my hope that God would do it again in my 3 children’s lives and He did! 1 Thessalonians 5:7  #miracle #families #prodigals Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Parental Challenges in Dealing with Prodigals
March 14, 2024 - 28 min
When you discover that your child has abandoned the Christian faith it can leave you in gut-wrenching shock and sadness. On today's episode of Bridges Laine Lawson Craft shares her personal story of prodigal children and helps parents understand that they are not to blame. Laine also offers tips and hope to parents and grandparents of prodigal children. Romans 8:1 #guilt #prodigals #shame Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
When Life Hurts
March 7, 2024 - 28 min
When your child suddenly turns away from everything you taught them about faith - it is a crisis. It's a season of "When Life Hurts". Today Laine Lawson Craft shares her personal story of her 3 prodigal children and offers hope and healing to other families experiencing a prodigal crisis. 2 Peter 3:9 #prodigals #crisis #faith  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
God is Working in Your Waiting
February 29, 2024 - 28 min
If it seems like you've been waiting a long time and that nothing is happening today's episode is for you. God is working in our waiting, even when we can't see it. Romans 8:28 #waiting #working #trust Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Navigating the Crisis of Prodigal Children
February 28, 2024 - 28 min
It's a parental nightmare when children turn their back on the Christian faith. Today's Bridges episode give parents of prodigals hope and keys to navigating the crisis. Romans 8:28 #prodigals #hope #crisis  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Freedom from Abuse & False Beliefs
February 22, 2024 - 28 min
If you or someone you know is stuck in addiction or abuse - you need to hear these freedom stories. Shakia and Jessie both became addicted and were abused. Today - they are free and so are their children. Freedom is God's idea and freedom is possible. #freedom #recovery #healthy Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Freedom from Generational Lies
February 15, 2024 - 28 min
Jessie was introduced to drugs by her parents. She started using meth at a young age and ended up in a life of addiction and abuse. Her addiction became so bad they she lost custody of her daughter. Jessie has an amazing story of restoration with her daughter - and the life of freedom they are all living now. #addiction # abuse #freedom Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Freedom Through Dreams and Truth
February 8, 2024 - 28 min
Shakia was sexually molested by several family members at a young age. She numbed that pain with drugs and ended up addicted. Today on Bridges Shakia shares how the truth gave her a freedom story. Susan shares how a God given dream is bringing freedom to women and their children in miraculous ways. #freedom #truth #dreams Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Finding God in Grief
January 4, 2024 - 28 min
Louise lost a daughter to a tragic car accident. Today she shares her emotional journey of Finding God in Grief.  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Hope for the Mental Health Crisis
December 28, 2023 - 28 min
Isolation, bullying, and depression are just a few of the ailments plaguing today's youth. The Hopeline.com offers faith-based crisis assistance to help youth get through their toughest times.  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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Meet Your Host
Meet Your Host
Monica Schmelter is best known as the well-loved host of the Christian Television Network’s daily program, “Bridges,” which is currently celebrating 25 years on the air. Broadcast weekly in over 50 million homes across the U.S., this inspiring talk show highlights Christians’ struggles and triumphs in living everyday life.

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