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A Special Bonus Episode From Bought + Beloved: How often do we take our own blessings for granted? And how much more often do we neglect to steward what we've been given to make a life-changing and Gospel impact for those in need? Kirby Kelly is partnering with Samaritan's Purse this holiday season and had the pleasure of interviewing Kristy Graham to discuss how their ministry is changing the world one donation at a time. From beekeeping to raising chicks, all to feeding starving babies and digging wells, I want to encourage my listeners to give alongside me this holiday season and to reflect the heart of Christ this Christmas! CHECK OUT THE GIVING CATALOG HERE: samaritanspurse.org/Beloved Kristy's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-ground-with-samaritans-purse/id1482448472 ORDER KIRBY'S BOOK HERE: https://a.co/d/0vE5Cji PRINT OUT KIRBY'S FREE "SHAME CYCLE WORKSHEET" HERE: https://kirbykelly.myflodesk.com/shamecycleworksheet CHECK OUT KIRBY'S FREE RESOURCES: https://kirbykelly.myflodesk.com/kirbykelly For 10% off of Faithful Counseling, and to start your healing journey today, go to: https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/kirbykelly To sponsor a child in need alongside me with Compassion International, go to: https://www.compassion.com/kirbyisaboss Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

There’s something about Betty Kellenberger that makes you sit a little taller and whisper to yourself, “Lord, let me have that kind of grit and grace.” AND One man and a Los Angeles dog rescue organization had a very clever idea to find his lost dog using his dirty socks...And it worked. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/hiking-appalachian-trail-at-80.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/dog-found-using-dirty-socks.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sunlight was spilling through the canopy at Sequoia Park Zoo in Eureka, California, when an unexpected guest wandered in, paws padding softly across the boardwalk. AND When a tragic death hit Kim and Curtis Wormsbaker’s lives, they thought that’s all it was until they learned their son's organs saved lives—102, in fact. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/wild-bear-found-in-zoo.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/sons-organs-save-lives.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jackie Bennett is a former teacher and coach who taught at Page High School in Franklin, Tennessee. The beloved educator was also diagnosed with kidney failure and needed a kidney transplant. AND She’s 101, still working six days a week–and says she wouldn’t have it any other way. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/former-student-donates-kidney.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/working-at-101-and-loving-it.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

A 10-year-old Florida Girl Scout saves her father’s life using her first aid training because sometimes heroes wear ponytails and sashes instead of capes. AND An Atlantic City police officer saved a dog by jumping into frigid water last month. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/girl-scout-saves-dad-with-training.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/police-officer-saves-dog-in-water.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Family and friends celebrate the life of a woman who loved so deeply. Some people collect things—stamps, teacups, trinkets. But Gayle Noble collected hearts. AND A two-year-old found by a volunteer and a K9 after she wandered off was missing for hours until an angel with fur stepped in. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/gayle-noble-celebration.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/missing-girl-found-by-k-9.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Quick-thinking California teens rescue a surfer after an ocean injury. It was meant to be a peaceful morning — but in a single heartbeat, everything changed. AND A North Carolina couple win the lottery and can finally go on their honeymoon after 31 years. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/quick-thinking-teens-rescue-surfer.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/honeymoon-after-31-years.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

A British man and his skydiving instructor survive, falling 11,000 feet to the ground after a parachute malfunction. AND An 8-year-old boy with a rare health condition experiences life as a firefighter for the day. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/man-survives-skydiving-accident.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/life-as-a-firefighter-for-the-day.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Tragedy hit a family from Tennessee when both the mother and the father died just a week apart. AND Sometimes the most ordinary nights become the setting for the most extraordinary miracles. And sets the stage for how God can make all things come together for our good. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/grieving-son-becomes-guardian.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/next-door-neighbor-saved-his-life.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The Castelo family found themselves standing beside a Florida lake, moments before a tragedy could have unfolded. AND Her dog was finally found 2,000 miles from home after going missing during a storm. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/brother-save-drowning-boy.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/dog-found-2000-miles-from-home.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.