Clutter can be overwhelming and distracting…Decluttering your surroundings can naturally lead to a more spiritual life.  A life focused on God.  It is a freeing exercise to rid oneself of excess “stuff” and to simplify.  Join us Monday on Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie as we discuss the process of decluttering. How easy it is, and the effect it has almost immediately on our life~all for the good!!!

Remember, the definition of clutter is to fill or cover something with many things.

The definition of declutter is to organize and prioritize.

It is obvious which one is better for our spiritual growth…

Share your “take” with us at 9am Pacific, Noon Eastern…

Many people – both Catholics and non-Catholics – have no idea what to make of the Church’s teaching on the Virgin Mary’s bodily assumption into Heaven. Is it historical? Is there anything in the Bible that supports it? Did Mary die before being taken into Heaven? Lots of questions surround this very important Catholic teaching. We’ll discuss it – and include your takes – on Friday’s show. We’re very close to lining up a guest who knows a LOT about this topic. So, don’t miss it!

That’s often another way of saying, “I know there’s something to this ‘God’ thing, but I have no interest in complying with the oppressive rules of any official Church or religious organization.” Or can it mean other things? Does this describe you? Someone you know and love? Wednesday on the program we will look at this phrase and try to unpack what it means when people utter it. Your takes drive the show, so be sure you tune in and call in!

Yes!  That is me (Debbie) and Marty over 5 years ago just after we became husband and wife!  This is not our first marriage, but God-willing, it will be our last… After journeying through the amazing Catholic Annulment process, we have a whole new outlook on marriage and our future.  Do you?  Call us with your “take” on second marriages.  We want to hear what works and what are the definite hurdles we must overcome going into a second marriage…Dial in early at 1-800-585-9396, you will be placed on hold and can listen to the show LIVE so you won’t miss a thing!  Can’t wait for this lively discussion tomorrow about remarriage in the Church…

Great websites to bookmark for future reference are:

http://www.foryourmarriage.org

http://www.catholicsdivorce.com

Men and women who serve in the military don’t leave their faith behind at home when they enlist. In fact, as the saying goes, “There are no atheists in foxholes.” Military personnel are often the most faithful, prayerful and trusting in God’s grace and protection. The Church is diligently attentive to their spiritual needs through the ministry of our chaplains. One of them, Fr. Martin King, will be our guest on Tuesday as we talk about “Faith in Foxholes.” We look forward to your takes on the spiritual needs of our military personnel, and how the Church meets those needs on a daily basis!

TODAY’S SHORT TAKE (3 min) :

…the more they stay the same. From the time of Christ, Christians have been persecuted. Some people hate the truth. They hate those who represent the truth. And the underworld (i.e. Satan and his demons) hates the truth with a voracious passion. In our day, conflicts are erupting all over the world. It seems to us that wherever that happens, Christians are being tormented, persecuted, driven out, and even martyred for their faith. On Monday, we’ll take up this topic – with the usual help of your takes. Join us for “Christians In the Crosshairs.”

Psalm 91

Assurance of God’s Protection

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How much do you think is spent globally each year on advertising?  According to emarketer.com, that amount is well over half a trillion dollars. That’s a lot of money. Of course, since money is so often spent where it will generate more money, corporations would not spend nearly that much if it weren’t having an impact. 

You might say, “Well, I’m not swayed by advertising. I buy what I want, and avoid doing business with those companies I don’t want to patronize.” However, whether we like it or not, we are all influenced by advertising, so much of which uses immoral means to try to persuade us to buy certain products.

On Thursday, we’ll discuss this very important subject. And we’ll look forward to your takes on the power and influence of advertising. Don’t miss it!

Here’s one definition of forgiveness:

1. Forgiveness is the intentional and voluntary process by which a victim undergoes a change in feelings and attitude regarding an offense, lets go of negative emotions such as vengefulness, with an increased ability to wish the offender well.

In the Christian life, this is so very important. The Lord’s prayer is a strong reminder that we will be forgiven to the degree we forgive those who have offended us. We can speak from personal experience that to forgive others – especially those who have seriously wronged you – from your heart is like receiving a blood transfusion. Forgiveness = Life.

Do you want the fullest life possible? Ask Jesus to help you forgive everyone who has hurt you. And be sure to share your take on forgiving and forgetting on Wednesday’s show!

Be sure you’re with us on Tuesday as we air your takes on how God has moved in your life to bring healing. Whether it was a physical healing, freeing you from an addiction, removing emotional obstacles to receiving His love, your contributions to the show will absolutely help bring hope to those who believe God could never heal them. Looking forward to it!