How Can I Be Successful?
We all have positive attributes, and yes, we all come with a few flaws. Dignity and integrity are a part of being successful. It's never about the money, it's all about WHO you are.
Jan 20, 2025•2 min•Ep. 697
Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
A healthy lifestyle from a Christian perspective with marriage and family counselor Olen Baker.
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How Can I Tell Someone of my Grief?
As a man or woman, we express grief differently. But expressing grief is necessary for healing. Turn to God and ask Him how to do that.
Jan 17, 2025•2 min•Ep. 696
How Can I Regain Dignity?
Life can tear at the fabric of who we are. That's not easy to accept. But you can recover with the help of God.
Jan 15, 2025•2 min•Ep. 695
How Can I Manage Life Changes?
So, how do you deal with life changes? Staying at home, instead of going to work? LIfe has a way of asking us to do things differently. That's not easy, but it IS possible with a little help from God.
Jan 13, 2025•2 min•Ep. 694
How Can I Overcome Challenges?
No one in life avoids challenges. The most important and toughest thing is to submit and accept each challenge with the vision that we have the roadmap to move past it. Can you guess what that roadmap is?
Jan 10, 2025•2 min•Ep. 693
What Happens if I Let God Down?
God has a powerful connection in our lives. He can and does direct our steps. But sometimes we choose to ignore his message. God also understands that we are sometimes challenged. You need to understand that he will always be there to pick us back up.
Jan 08, 2025•2 min•Ep. 692
How Can I Find God's Purpose for Me?
Simple. Stop trying and start listening. We are in such a hurry with our own agenda. How about taking a moment to ask God to show us the way. Like I said, simple.
Jan 06, 2025•2 min•Ep. 691
How Can I Deal With Change?
Look to Jesus to help change your way of thinking and make you into a new person. You don't have to do it alone. He is there and always will be.
Jan 03, 2025•2 min•Ep. 690
How Can I Make This My Best Year Ever?
Our world always faces overwhelming challenges. It's up to you and me to follow a path that brings peace and hope. Starting with a strong relationship with Jesus Christ is the most important, and first step. Walk into this new year with Jesus at the center of everything you do.
Jan 01, 2025•2 min•Ep. 689
Can I Find Joy Through God?
God is always at work to help us move through the bad times and correct mistakes that will keep them from happening over and over. Allow him to be part of every minute of every day, and use this day to turn the corner and find joy in your life.
Dec 30, 2024•2 min•Ep. 688
How Can I Find My Purpose in Life?
Life is full of surprises, some nice and some challenging. The key is to never be caught off guard. And guess what, God knows exactly what you need to do.
Dec 27, 2024•2 min•Ep. 687
How Can I Know That I Have Been Redeemed?
For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder. These will be his royal titles: … “The Prince of Peace.” ~Isaiah 9:6 The Living Bible “This very day in David’s town your Savior was born – Christ the Lord!” …Suddenly a great army of heaven’s angels appeared with the angel, singing praises to God: “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom he is pleased!” ~Luke 2:11,13-14 Good News Bible “Blessed be the Lord God,… ...
Dec 25, 2024•1 min•Ep. 686
How Can I Live Within My Means?
For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder. These will be his royal titles: …“The Everlasting Father,” … ~Isaiah 9:6 The Living Bible You, [Lord,] make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. ~Psalm 16:11 New International Version And it is he who will supply all your needs from his riches in glory, because of what Christ Jesus has done for us. ~Philippians 4:19 Th...
Dec 24, 2024•1 min•Ep. 685
How Can I Find Hope?
For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder. These will be his royal titles: … “The Mighty God,” … ~Isaiah 9:6 The Living Bible … Cheer up, don’t be afraid. For the Lord your God has arrived to live among you. He is a mighty Savior. He will give you victory. He will rejoice over you in great gladness; he will love you and not accuse you. ~Zephaniah 3:16-17 The Living Bible May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in your faith, th...
Dec 23, 2024•1 min•Ep. 684
Can God Help Me?
For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder. These will be his royal titles: “Wonderful,” “Counselor,” … ~Isaiah 9:6 The Living Bible The royal line of David is like a tree that has been cut down; but just as new branches spout from a stump, so a new king will arise from David’s descendants. And the Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the Spirit of wisdom, understanding, counsel, and might. ~Isaiah 11:1-2 Good News Bible/The Living Bible...
Dec 22, 2024•1 min•Ep. 683
What Does the Name Jesus, Mean?
For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder. These will be his royal titles: “Wonderful,” “Counselor,” “The Mighty God,” “The Everlasting Father,” “The Prince of Peace.” ~Isaiah 9:6 The Living Bible Then God gave Christ the highest place and honored his name above all others. ~Philippians 2:9 Contemporary English Version …they saw the wonderful things he was doing and the children shouting in the Temple, “Praise to David’s Son!” ~Matthew 21:...
Dec 21, 2024•1 min•Ep. 682
How Can I Change My Life?
God has been speaking to you every day of your life. The key is to be listening and open to his instruction and inspiration. Go ahead, ask God what he sees in your tomorrow.
Dec 20, 2024•2 min•Ep. 681
How Does Faith Help Me Face Each Day?
Faith is God's gift and comes with assurance that life can be good, even on the darkest of days. Faith is a bridge, specially designed for you.
Dec 18, 2024•2 min•Ep. 680
How Can I Do God's Work?
God wants all of us to live each day with a realistic view of our world and our place in the world. It doesn't come without challenges. Challenges are part of God's training. Lean from those, each day.
Dec 16, 2024•2 min•Ep. 679
How Can I Deal With Getting Older?
God has a plan for EVERY stage of our lives. Sure, our bodies and capabilities change, but WHO WE ARE at the core, never changes.
Dec 13, 2024•2 min•Ep. 678
How Can I Overcome Disappointment?
Whether we win or lose is not always dependent on performance, but conditions beyond our control. Still, how we can manage that emotion?
Dec 11, 2024•2 min•Ep. 677
How Can I Keep My Faith Alive?
God is constantly reaching out to each of us with a message of hope. He also reassures us that He is at the center of everything we do. Your faith is strongest when you see that too.
Dec 09, 2024•2 min•Ep. 676
How Can I Follow My Dream?
God opens doors for all of us to see what might be possible in our lives. Be open to listening to your next great adventure.
Dec 06, 2024•2 min•Ep. 675
How Can I Find Comfort in Jesus Christ?
Comfort is found by voicing your trust in Jesus. His gift of faith gives you strength and hope.
Dec 04, 2024•2 min•Ep. 674
What is a Blessing?
Does God give gifts to people? The answer is always "yes". But sometimes we don't see the "gift" in his message.
Dec 02, 2024•2 min•Ep. 673
How Can I Like Me?
Every day of our life, we build memories and those memories and experiences craft who we are. Life is not easy. It wasn't intended to be. Life is a series of events meant to prepare us for our eternal life with God. Every day, find something you did, or an experience you had that was a positive event and take that into tomorrow. Do it one day at a time.
Nov 29, 2024•2 min•Ep. 672
How Can I Have an Attitude of Gratitude?
It's simple. Be at peace with who you are. We are not perfect, but God has given each of us a special gift that can benefit others. Look deep inside because YOU'VE got it. Be thankful for that gift.
Nov 27, 2024•2 min•Ep. 671
How Can I Express Gratitude?
Gratitude is an attitude that gives is inspiration and hope for the new day. It's a feeling that life is indeed worth living. So take that feeling inside and share it with someone else. Gratitude grows easily when you are the voice. Make your voice heard, today. Someone out there is in need of a lift right now.
Nov 25, 2024•2 min•Ep. 670
How Does God Take Care of Me?
Havve you ever felt alone? When no one in the world is thinking or caring about where you're at or how you're doing. That happens. But consider that God is with us 24/7, without fail. Next time alone happens, start a conversation with God.
Nov 22, 2024•2 min•Ep. 669
How Can I Find the Good in Others?
It's so easy to find flaws in other people. After all, they're finding flaws in you, right? Instead, look at the other person and discover something good about them. Then, take that big step, and tell them. It's a powerful message of...love.
Nov 20, 2024•2 min•Ep. 668
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