Listen on Your Favorite App

That's Just What I Needed Podcast

If you’ve ever had a conversation where you’ve walked away thinking, “Wow! That was just what I needed”, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged.

Author, national speaker, and pastor’s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving “that’s just what I needed” conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she’ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you.

But, Donna’s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

Listen on Your Favorite App

Spotify

Apple Podcasts

RSS

How to Share Christ Without Regret with Rhonda Stoppe

June 15, 2022 - 37 min

Hey Friend! Have you ever been in a situation where God brought someone into your life, and you knew you were supposed to say something about Christ but didn’t? Did you walk away feeling a little guilty, Did you walk away feeling a little guilty, wondering, why didn’t I say something? Honestly, this has happened to me more times than I care to admit. In this week’s episode, my guest (and friend), author Rhonda Stoppe, joins me to chat about how we can share the gospel with those we meet in a way that will bless them and us, too. Rhonda shares how she overcame her fears and became passionate about sharing her faith. You’ll be inspired by the stories she shares! Remember, you are loved, Donna Listen in to learn more about {03:40} How Rhonda found her passion for sharing the gospel with others {07:20} Steps to take so you don’t chicken out when sharing the gospel {14:10} Overcoming our fear and getting a heart for the lost {20:00} Look for opportunities to develop boldness and watchfulness {31:20} Being a regular person who shares the gospel Resources For a copy of “15 Things, Jesus Would Say to You if You Met Him for Coffee,” go to www.donnajones.org/blog. Pick up a copy of Donna’s book : Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God https://www.amazon.com/Seek-Womans-Guide-Meeting-God/dp/0800725328/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3QOGM9DLB01MK&keywords=seek+a+womans+guide&qid=1644959052&s=books&sprefix=Seek+a+woman%2Cstripbooks%2C190&sr=1-2 Connect with Rhonda Rhonda is the author of 6 books and appears on numerous radio programs, including Focus on the Family, Family Life Today, and Dr. James Dobson’s FamilyTalk, & hosts The No Regrets Hour. She’s an evangelist and speaker at women’s events, College Women’s Chapel, Pastor’s Wives Conferences, MOPs, and Homeschool Conventions. Sharing the gospel at her NoRegretsWoman Conference is her sweet spot. Rhonda is a regular contributor to Crosswalk and many other magazines. Rhonda ministers alongside her husband Steve, who for 20 years has pastored First Baptist Church of Patterson, California. They live out their own Real Life Romance, writing books and speaking at their No Regrets Marriage Conferences, but their favorite ministry is their family. They have four grown children and 10 grandchildren. To learn more about Rhonda’s speaking topics, watch her teaching and book her for your next event. Website: https://www.rhondastoppe.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhondastoppe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoRegretsWoman/ Connect with Donna Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Twitter:@donnajonesspeak Vimeo: @DonnaJones Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

How to Keep Your Spiritual Life from Floundering Over the Summer with Donna Jones

June 8, 2022 - 11 min

The Encouragement You Need When Life Feels Heavy with Donna Jones

June 1, 2022 - 17 min

How Does God Transform a Life? with Jean E. Jones

May 25, 2022 - 35 min

Hey Friend! Today I’m excited to welcome my friend and author of five award-winning Bible studies, Jean E. Jones, on the show. Jean E. shares her journey of coming to Christ after being taught by her family that Jesus was not to be trusted. We explore the struggle with accepting God as your Father when you don’t have a great relationship with your own earthly father, and Jean E offers great insight on what she did to overcome that gap. We also discuss how studying the Bible was a key in her personal and spiritual transformation and how studying the Bible can be part of your routine, too. Her story of redemption is just amazing! Remember friends, you are loved! Xo, Donna In today’s episode, we discuss: When you have been led to believe that Jesus is a bad guy How to have a good relationship with your Heavenly Father when you don’t have a great relationship with your earthly one. Freeing advice for the person who isn’t reading their Bible and how to start Jean E. Jones enjoys writing Bible study guides that help people put God’s words into action. Along with best-selling author Pam Farrel and popular artist Karla Dornacher, she wrote Discovering Good News in John (July 5, 2022), the ECPA finalist Discovering Jesus in the Old Testament (2019), Discovering Joy in Philippians (2019), and Discovering Hope in the Psalms (2017). Jean is a member of the Women in Apologetics (WIA) and the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA). Besides writing, Jean speaks at conferences and women’s events in both keynote and breakout sessions. She also was a contributing writer for Crosswalk.com and has written for Today’s Christian Woman and Home Life. Additionally, she has served on women’s ministry leadership teams for over 20 years. Jean E. Jones is happily married to her high school sweetheart, Clay, who teaches apologetics at Talbot Seminary. He’s the author of Why Does God Allow Evil? and Immortal: How the Fear of Death Drives Us and What We Can Do About It. Resources: For into on Jean E’s Bible studies or to ask her any of your Bible questions, contact: www.jeanejones.net For a copy of “15 Things Jesus Would Say to You if You Met Him for Coffee,” go to www.donnajones.org/blog Pick up a copy of Donna’s book : Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God https://www.amazon.com/Seek-Womans-Guide-Meeting-God/dp/0800725328/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3QOGM9DLB01MK&keywords=seek+a+womans+guide&qid=1644959052&s=books&sprefix=Seek+a+woman%2Cstripbooks%2C190&sr=1-2 Connect with Jean E. Jones : https://www.jeanejones.net/ Connect with Donna: Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Twitter:@donnajonesspeak Vimeo: @DonnaJones Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

How to Help the Men in Your Life Grow Closer to God with Kenny Luck

May 18, 2022 - 34 min

Hey Friend! One of the questions I get asked most frequently is, “how can I help my husband, son, brother, or father grow in his relationship with God?” In today’s episode, I am talking with pastor, author, and president of Every Man Ministries, Kenny Luck, about the mind of a man. Kenny gives us the inside scoop on what makes men lean away from doing good and lean away from God. He helps us understand how we, as women, can help the men in our lives move closer to Christ. The answers might surprise you! You are loved, Donna In today’s episode, we discuss: What makes men lean away from God Kenny’s story and how God entered his life when he was a broken man Kenny’s advice for the woman in a relationship with a non-believer or a man who is lukewarm in his relationship with God. Kenny Luck is an ECPA Platinum Award Winning and Best-Selling Author of twenty-three books for men. As a thought leader and expert on men and culture, Kenny is called by God to revolutionize men’s ministry, free men spiritually, and empower men’s movement worldwide. God uses Kenny to reach over a hundred thousand men weekly through the Every Man radio show in Los Angeles and the worldwide LIVESTREAM of his weekly men’s meeting via Every Man Ministries on Facebook. Kenny and his wife Chrissy have been married 29 years, are parents to three awesome millennials, and live in Trabuco Canyon, California. Resources For a copy of “15 Things Jesus Would Say to You if You Met Him for Coffee,” go to www.donnajones.org/blog Pick up a copy of Donna’s book : Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God https://www.amazon.com/Seek-Womans-Guide-Meeting-God/dp/0800725328/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3QOGM9DLB01MK&keywords=seek+a+womans+guide&qid=1644959052&s=books&sprefix=Seek+a+woman%2Cstripbooks%2C190&sr=1-2 Connect with Kenny: https://www.everymanministries.com Connect with Donna: Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Twitter:@donnajonesspeak Vimeo: @DonnaJones Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The Secret to Managing Others’ Difficult Emotions with Donna Jones

May 11, 2022 - 10 min

5 Prayers We Should Pray for Our Children (No Matter How Old They Are) with Donna Jones

May 4, 2022 - 13 min

5 Tips so a Hard Conversation Helps, not Hurts with Donna Jones

April 27, 2022 - 12 min

How To Discern God's Will? (Part 2) with Donna Jones

April 20, 2022 - 15 min

Hey Friend! It seems like everyone I know has faced more decisions in the past two years than any time I can remember. Job decisions. The kids' education decisions. Relationship decisions. Financial decisions. The list goes on and on, right? This episode is the 2nd part of a two-part series where we take a deep dive into the principles found in the Bible to help us determine God’s will. So, if you haven’t had a chance to listen, make sure to listen to Episode 13 in addition to today's episode. Today, we look at the difference between deciding and discerning God’s will. We also examine the two filters all good decisions must pass through. Honestly, I love this episode! It breaks down discerning God’s will in a way I think you’ll find helpful. xo, Donna P.S. BIG NEWS: This month, I’m giving away a $50 Amazon gift card to one lucky winner who listens to an episode, takes a screenshot of “That’s Just What I Needed” and posts on Instagram or Facebook. Make sure to tag me @donnaajones! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts for an extra chance to win! Listen in to learn more about: {02:23} Does this choice reflect my love for God and others. Do I already know what I need to do? Has God already given me the wisdom I need? {09:41} We discern God’s will so we can do God’s will. It is not about finding God’s will; it’s about living God’s will. Favorite Quotes : If I seek to please God and extend love to others, whatever I decide will be the right choice. If I rush into a decision with no regard for God or people, the rightness of my choice comes with no guarantee. I can't do what I know is wrong and expect God to make everything turn out all right. .Discerning God’s will doesn’t usually happen in one giant sweeping, divine revelation. It happens one small step at a time. It’s learning to listen to something—anything—God wants you to do, big or small, public or private, simple or complex—and then doing it. If you do this day after day, year after year, you’ll find you’ve lived smack dab in the middle of God’s best. Resources For a copy of “15 Things, Jesus Would Say to You if You Met Him for Coffee,” go to www.donnajones.org/blog Pick up a copy of Donna’s book : Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God https://www.amazon.com/Seek-Womans-Guide-Meeting-God/dp/0800725328/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3QOGM9DLB01MK&keywords=seek+a+womans+guide&qid=1644959052&s=books&sprefix=Seek+a+woman%2Cstripbooks%2C190&sr=1-2 Connect with Donna: Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Twitter:@donnajonesspeak Vimeo: @DonnaJones Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

How Can I Know God’s Will? with Donna Jones

April 13, 2022 - 18 min

Hey Friend! Not long ago I was having lunch with a girlfriend and our discussion turned to a tough decision she had to make. Though she wasn’t sure about what to do, she was sure she wanted to make a decision she wouldn’t later regret. She leaned across the table and wondered aloud, "How do I know if this is God's will for my life?" That’s the question we all have, isn't it? Well, that’s the question we’ll answer in today’s episode. This will be the first of a two-part series where we'll take a deep dive at the principles found in the Bible to help us determine God’s will. I’m praying God uses these words to speak directly into your life, your circumstances, and your specific need for wisdom. xo, Donna P.S. BIG NEWS: This month I’m giving away a $50 Amazon gift card to one lucky winner who listens to an episode, takes a screenshot of “That’s Just What I Needed” and posts on Instagram or Facebook. Make sure to tag me @donnaajones! Leave a review for an extra chance to win! Listen in to learn more about: {05:00} Principle #1: Pray for Wisdom (James 1:5)“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously… and it will be given to you.” James 1:5 {06:00} Principle #2: Pre-determine to Obey God ( Rom 12:1-2)“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” Romans 12:1-2 {08:38} Principle #3: Get As Much Information as Possible (Prov 15:22)“Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.” Proverbs 15:22 {12:25} Principle #4: Go With Your Spirit-Filled Intuition (Psalm 37:22-23)“The Lord directs the steps of the godly.He delights in every detail of their lives.Though they stumble, they will never fall,for the Lord holds them by the hand.” Psalm 37:22-23 NLT {14:51} Principle #5 Don’t Make a Decision Based Soley on Emotion (Prov 13:16“Wise people think before they act” Proverbs 13:16a Favorite Quotes : The ability to discern God’s will for our life is largely determined by our commitment to follow His plan for our life. Never make a decision today that a good night’s sleep might make you regret tomorrow. Good decisions come from godly advice. God promises that if you ask Him for wisdom, He will give it. Resources For a copy of “15 Things, Jesus Would Say to You if You Met Him for Coffee,” go to www.donnajones.org/blog Pick up a copy of Donna’s book : Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God https://www.amazon.com/Seek-Womans-Guide-Meeting-God/dp/0800725328/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3QOGM9DLB01MK&keywords=seek+a+womans+guide&qid=1644959052&s=books&sprefix=Seek+a+woman%2Cstripbooks%2C190&sr=1-2 Connect with Donna: Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Twitter:@donnajonesspeak Vimeo: @DonnaJones Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

19 of 21

Meet Your Host

As a pastor’s wife with decades ministering to women, Donna Jones brings a wellspring of real-life wisdom, a lifetime of Biblical knowledge, and a dose of wit to propel listeners forward in their journey with God. She’s been described as “practical, biblical, engaging, and real, with the warmth you’d expect from a friend.”

Donna is the author of three books, including Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God and Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life. She’s written six Bible studies, four that deal with topics near to a woman’s heart: family, friendship, confidence, and contentment. Her works have been featured on Proverbs 31 Ministries, Focus on the Family, and Crosswalk. A national and international speaker, Donna has spoken to audiences in 28 states and on four continents and has been a guest on numerous podcasts and television shows.

Connect with Donna at www.donnajones.org, on Instagram @donnaajones or Facebook at Donna Jones, Speaker & Author.