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.
Subscribe to our Newsletter here! https://mailchi.mp/uss.salvationarmy.org/newsletter-english Like redwoods, humans were created for community. Life can be really hard! And God did not intend for us to live life alone. Invest in those around you and build community with others. In the words of the Apostle Paul in Galatians chapter 6, “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ” Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Subscribe to our Newsletter here! https://mailchi.mp/uss.salvationarmy.org/newsletter-english Do you ever mishear lyrics and sing them with full confidence? In this short and funny devotion, we explore the world of misheard lyrics (mondegreens), how this can change the perceived meaning of a song, and even how the same thing happens with scripture. A quick, relatable listen that will make you laugh and think. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Jesus encourages believers throughout the Gospels to stay focused on our Heavenly Father. Distractions are everywhere. They can be sinful temptations or discouraging news- all of which can get the best of us and take our eyes off of God and onto our circumstances. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Sometimes as people we just feel separate or disconnected from those around us. We may try to fill that void with the noise of social media or the endless available streaming content, but next time you feel this disconnect, why not pause and embrace the silence for a moment? I know. This can be scary. But- Maybe this quiet isn’t a punishment; maybe it’s an opportunity to find a deeper connection, one with the Creator of the universe Himself. In Jeremiah 29:13, God tells His people, “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” If you take a breath and reach for God, He will meet with you. There is no greater connection we can make. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Proverbs chapter 3 encourages believers to trust the Lord with all our heart and rely not on our own understanding. Maybe you have yet to see a breakthrough you’ve been praying for. Keep praying. Keep believing. And keep trusting in your Heavenly Father. His plans are to prosper you and not to harm you. To give you hope and a future. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Take a deep breath. Good, now take one more. Okay, heartbeat is slowing, now let’s tackle the anxiety. God, your Word in Psalm 56:3 says, “When I am afraid I will trust in you. In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust and am not afraid.” So here I am, trusting you. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Justice indicated eternal death, but God had mercy and came to live as one of us and ultimately die in our place. For his love, favor, and grace he died on the cross paying for all our sins. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
My daughter came home from school one day telling me about a boy in her class. He was bragging about his nice car, huge house, and lavish vacations- leading his friends to think this was because of him. I told her- “He’s 8. You realize he doesn’t actually have any money. It’s his parents who are rich” https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
If we’re being honest, I’d say most of us act differently around our closest friends than our coworkers, bosses or even parents. Sometimes it’s just because certain people bring out various parts of our personalities. Other times our professional environments dictate different behaviors. This is perfectly normal. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
King David, the author of the 23rd Psalm, knew both- what it was like to be a shepherd, and what it was like to be a sheep. Sheep tend to have a reputation for being- what’s the polite way to say this?- Not the sharpest tool in the shed. But- the irony of this is that studies show sheep are quite intelligent. They build relationships, stick up for each other, and mourn the loss of their friends. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/heartbeat Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Ed is the Mission and Cultural Ministries Assistant for The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory. He is a husband, father, dancer and Jesus follower.
Bethany Farrell is a beloved daughter of the King. She attempts – with varying degrees of success – to share that love daily with her husband and four young daughters, and with artists of all ages through her work as the Territorial Creative Arts Director for The Salvation Army Southern Territory. Her hands, and her life, are incredibly full.
