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Grief is an inescapable part of the human experience. As Christians living in a broken world, sometimes we encounter situations which don’t seem to fit with what we want or expect God to do.  Today, we welcome special guest Mark Vroegop, the author of the book Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy, to discuss our biblical response to grief and how to lament in line with the teachings of the scriptures. Episode Transcript Resources Books Dark Clouds, Deep Mercies - Mark Vroegop Dark Clouds, Deep Mercies Devotional Journal - Mark Vroegop Lectures: The Grace of Lamenting in Counseling Preconference Websites: Faith Bible Seminary MABC Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Aging is a difficult process and can cause fear and worry for many. How can we prepare our hearts for the challenges that may come with aging? Join us this week as Janet and Jocelyn are joined by special guest Dr. Amy Baker, author and Biblical Counselor, to discuss the biblical view of aging. Amy helps us understand our purpose in this season of life and reminds us that God’s grace is not dependent upon what we do. He has a perfect plan for every period of life. Episode Transcript Resources Books Second Forgetting - Benjamin Mass Aging with Grace - Susan Hunt and Sharon Betters Heaven - Randy Alcorn The Glory of Christ - John Owens Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Our hosts, Janet & Jocelyn, had a unique opportunity to record a special live episode at our church’s Biblical Counseling Training Conference in Lafayette, Indiana. In addition to discussing how everyone is a counselor, Janet and Jocelyn answer audience questions submitted online and in-person. We enjoyed meeting many of our listeners and we hope this can be a blessing to those who weren’t able to attend live. For more information about the Biblical Training Conference, follow this link: faithlafayette.org/BCTC. Episode Transcript Resources: Books Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent Valley of Vision Website Restoration Men’s Ministry Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

The Christian life can be a difficult road, especially if your husband doesn’t follow God’s Word. Does the Bible have anything to say about how to live with an ungodly husband? Janet and Jocelyn discuss ways the Bible tells us to interact with a husband who doesn’t want to grow or be Christ-like. Through a foundation of a right view of God, wives can still glorify God in the midst of a difficult marriage by seeing hard things from Christ’s perspective and considering the desires of their hearts. Episode Transcript Resources: Books/Booklets Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy - Mark Vroegop Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent  Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund Help! I’m in a Painful Marriage - Carrie Foldberg Marriage, Whose Dream? - Paul Tripp Podcasts Unjust Suffering - Joyful Journey Article Peace Be Still: Learning Psalm 131 by Heart - David Powilson Helping Wives Respond to the Silent Treatment 1 - Andrea Lee Helping Wives Respond to the Silent Treatment 2 - Andrea Lee Helping Wives Respond to the Silent Treatment 3 - Andrea Lee Website: Vision of Hope Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Everyone experiences moments of anger, and when left unchecked, it can easily turn into bitterness—a resentful anger dwelling in one’s heart. How can God’s Word help us to defeat bitterness in our counselee’s or our own heart? In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn interview special guest Steve Viars, Senior Pastor of Faith Church in Lafayette, IN. They discuss Pastor Viars’ book called “Overcoming Bitterness,” and share biblical principles to guide us as we consider this important heart issue. Episode Transcript Resources Books Overcoming Bitterness - Steve Viars Dark Clouds Deep Mercy - Mark Vroegop Lectures Bitterness Lectures - Steve Viars Podcast BCiA Podcast Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

At the beginning of each year, people are excited and motivated to set new goals and become better in different areas of their lives. Often those looking for change in the new year strive for perfection, and give up when they get burned out or make mistakes. It is wise to set goals and work toward positive change, but Christians often lose sight of the ultimate motivation of glorifying God. In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn discuss the topic of ordinary faithfulness, how to be faithful in our day to day lives and in our relationship with the Lord. Episode Transcript Resources Books  Ordinary - Michael Horton Articles Devote Yourself to Faithfulness - Jon Bloom Faithfulness in Forgotten Places - Scott Hubbard The Unique Joy of Ordinary Faithfulness - Chris Martin Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

By popular demand, IT’S BACK! We have a treat in store for you today in the form of our second annual Ask Us Anything episode, where we take questions from you, our listeners, and answer as many as we can throughout the episode! You asked us questions like, What are some ways we can help or encourage our pastors and their wives, especially those who counsel? What do I do when my parents are making choices I don’t agree with or believe are sinful? If you could go back and change one thing in your life, what would it be? As always, a big thank you to our listeners and social media followers for your input, questions, and support this year. We are so thankful the Lord has blessed us with this sweet community! Episode Transcript Resources The Meaning of Marriage - Tim Keller, Marry Wisely, Marry Well - Ernie Baker, What Did You Expect Book - Paul Tripp, When Sinners Say I Do - Dave Harvey, When Two Become One - Chris McCluskey, Gospel Treason - Brad Bigney, Sufficient Hope - Christina Fox, Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent More on the Show notes linked above! Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Christmas is almost here! For many of us, the frantic pace of the season crowds out the celebration of Christ’s birth. Join Janet and Jocelyn as they take some time to slow down and contemplate Christ and his incarnation. Listen in as they discuss the beauty and glory of Christ and how it shines so brightly at Christmas. Episode Transcript Resources Books The Glory of Christ Abridged - John Owens Things of Earth - John Piper Knowing God - J. I. Packer Biblical Doctrine - John MacArthur Songs No One Ever Cared for Me Like Jesus - Stephanie Gretzinger Christ Our Treasure - Sovereign Grace Articles Beholding the Glory of God in the Face of Jesus - Suzanne McDonald Websites Faith Bible Seminary MABC Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

We all encounter people who try to manipulate our actions or emotions for their own purposes. How does Scripture call us to respond to those who try to manipulate others around them? In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn explore the heart behind manipulative behavior and discuss ways to come alongside those who try to control others and respond with Christ-likeness. Episode Transcript Resources Books Manipulation - Lou Priolo How to Handle Trouble - Jay Adams Websites ACBC Counselor Faith Bible Seminary Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

It’s Thanksgiving week, and this week’s episode is a little different! Janet and Jocelyn interview each other about all the goodness and grace that God has shown to them this year. We hope you enjoy this more informal chat as we praise our Good Shepherd for the amazing ways He has blessed us. Episode Transcript Resources Books The Pursuit of Holiness - Jerry Bridges Untangling Emotions - J. Alasdair Groves, Winston T. Smith How Long O Lord - D. A. Carson Dark Clouds, Deep Mercies - Mark Vroegop The Glory of Christ - John Owens Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund Sermons Blessed Self-Forgetfulness - Tim Keller Handling Criticism - Faith Church Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

This episode, we tackle one of our most requested topics: navigating the relationship between adult children and parents. As children grow up and leave the home, the relationship between child and parent changes and develops in ways that can be difficult to navigate with grace and wisdom. Today, Janet and Jocelyn offer biblical guidance and wisdom on practical ways that both adult parents and their children can build healthy boundaries and foster a respectful, loving relationship that honors the Lord. Episode Transcript Resources: Books In-Laws - Wayne Mack Article I’m a Parent How Can I Let Go of My Adult Children - Got Questions Podcasts Parenting Part 1: Foundations - Joyful Journey Parenting 2: Bring Them Up - Joyful Journey Parenting 3: Special Needs - Joyful Journey  Purpose: Creation Mandate - Joyful Journey Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

As a Christian, there is perhaps no greater story you will ever tell than the story of how you came to know and love the Lord. But many of us are not great orators, speech writers, or gifted natural communicators. This week, Janet and Jocelyn discuss why sharing our testimony - the story of what God has done in and through our lives - is an important skill that we as believers should hone and develop so God’s glory shines through stronger and brighter than our own accomplishments, trials, or circumstances. Episode Transcript Resources: Books Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent Gospel Primer Booklet - Milton Vincent Ultimate Questions - John Blanchard What is the Gospel - Greg Gilbert Leading Your Child to Christ - Marty Machowski Gospel Story Bible - Marty Machowski Beginners Gospel Story Bible - Jared Kennedy Documents Tips for Writing Your Testimony Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Sooner or later, we are all touched by grief. It’s part of living in a world broken by sin. When we have a friend who is in the throes of grief, our usual instinct is to want to help ease their suffering. But how? Gail McGinty joins Janet and Jocelyn in this week’s episode to discuss practical ways to say and do (and what to avoid) as we work to provide comfort to those who are grieving. Episode Transcript Books God’s Healing for Life’s Losses - Robert Kellemen Home: How Heaven and the New Earth Satisfy Our Deepest Longings - Elyse Fitzpatrick Dark Clouds Deep Mercy - Mark Vroegop Hearing Jesus Speak Into Your Sorrow - Nancy Guthrie  Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund Why? Trusting God When You Don’t Understand - Anne Graham Lotz Heaven - Randy Alcorn Websites: GreifShare  Restoration Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Sexual intimacy is one of the most beautiful pictures of the relationship between Christ and the church. Sin has twisted and deformed biblical sex into something that God never intended. In today’s episode, Janet and Jocelyn discuss how God designed sexual intimacy to be a beautiful expression of love within a marriage relationship.  Episode Transcript Books When Two Become One - McClusky Marital Intimacy: Rejoicing in What God Created - Rob Green (appears to be out of print) Tying the Knot - Rob Green Intended for Pleasure - Ed Wheat Renewing Marital Intimacy - David Powlison Marriage Whose Dream - Paul Tripp Restoring Your Broken Marriage - Robert Jones Websites ACBC Counselors Biblical Counseling in Action Podcast Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Chronic pain is a problem that many people live with each day. How can Christians honor Christ in the middle of such debilitating suffering? Today, Janet and Jocelyn interview special guest Dr. Criag Svensson, the author of the book When There is No Cure. He is a trained pharmacist who is also an adjunct professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the Indiana University School of Medicine. In this episode they discuss how Christians should respond and react to the difficulties that come from chronic pain. Episode Transcript Books When There is No Cure - Craig Svensson  Embodied Hope - Kelly Kapic Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering - Tim Keller Websites Chronic Joy Vision of Hope Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Forgiving those who have hurt us can be one of the most difficult challenges as a Christian. In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn link Christ’s forgiving heart with our own to show that we can follow Christ’s example in how we forgive one another. Episode Transcript Books Unpacking Forgiveness - Chris Brauns Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent Podcast Episodes Purpose: The Creation Mandate - Joyful Journey  Repentance vs. Penance - Joyful Journey Article/PDF Pursuing and Grant Forgiveness - Timothy Lane Therapeutic vs. Biblical Forgiveness - Chris Brauns Websites Janet’s Speaking Website Jocelyn’s Speaking Information Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Our God is infinite, but he has created us with limits in our daily lives. In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn unpack scriptures that help us to understand how we can glorify God in spite of limitations of time and money. Episode Transcript Resources Books Managing God’s Money - Randy Alcorn Money, Possessions, and Eternity- Randy Alcorn Redeeming Money - Paul David Tripp Money, Debt, and Finances - Jim Newheiser  Crazy Busy - Kevin DeYoung Shopping for Time - Caroly Mahaney, Nicole Mahaney Whitacre, Kristen Chesemore, Janelle Bradshaw  Burned Out - Winston Smith Burnout - Brad Hambrick Procrastination - Walter Henegar The Best Thing To Do - Steph Williams Podcasts The Hesed Love of God - Joyful Journey Demonstrating Hesed Love - Joyful Journey Websites Biblical Counseling Training Conference Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Many Christians struggle with an anxious heart that can lead to panic attacks. How can we as Christians consider this often overlooked symptom of an anxious heart? In this episode, Jocelyn & Janet discuss how to handle anxiety and panic attacks with a biblical perspective. Episode Transcript Books Anxiety and Panic Attacks - Jocelyn Wallace Overcoming Fear, Worry, and Anxiety - Elyse Fitzpatrick Trusting God - Jerry Bridges Podcasts Antidote to Anxiety - Joyful Journey Thinking and Theology - Joyful Journey Handouts Anxiety Worksheet - Jocelyn Wallace Evaluation Tools - Jocelyn Wallace Websites Masters of Arts in Biblical Counseling Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Marriage is the closest human relationship we could ever experience... Which means, as fallen sinners, husbands and wives get a front row seat to each other's exposed sin on a regular basis. In this episode, Brent and Janet discuss how healthy marriages should be a safe space — not for sin to persist— but one where sinners can receive compassion and help from each other as they fight sin together. Episode Transcript Resources Books Gospel Treason - Brad Bigney The Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent  Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund When Sinners Say I Do - Dave Harvey The Meaning of Marriage - Tim Keller What Did You Expect - Paul Tripp Videos/Sermons Idols of the Heart Series - Brent Aucoin The Meaning of Marriage Series - Tim Keller What Did You Expect - Paul Tripp Websites Faith Bible Seminary Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

God’s word is sufficient to guide us in our daily lives. There are many scriptures that can be go-to passages to help us in the problems that we face. Today we welcome Kevin Carson to discuss his five favorite scripture passages that he often uses in counseling. This episode will be encouraging for counselors and counselees alike. Episode Transcript Resources Books Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent Lectures/Sermons Five Favorite Bible Passages in Counseling - Kevin Carson Blessed Self-Forgetfulness - Tim Keller Podcasts Biblical Counseling in Action Websites Restoration Men’s Ministry  Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

The word “worship” can cause many thoughts and emotions in different Christian circles. Today we welcome Josh Aucoin as we discuss the topic of worship. We’ll discuss the “why” behind worship, and what corporate worship really means to God and others around us in our churches. Episode Transcript Resources Books Corporate Worship - Matt Merker Worship Matters - Bob Kauflin  Document Faith Church Worship Team Mission and Vision Statement Website Biblical Counseling in Action Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

When we talk about defending our faith, often the discussion of science comes into the mix sooner or later. So today, we'll tackle this hot button topic head-on: Are the Bible and science really opposed to each other, as our culture often says? How can a basic knowledge of science help us understand WHY we believe? And how does the gospel fit in here? In part 2 of our Apologetics mini-series, we welcome our good friend, scientist and pastor's wife Tirzah Birk, to discuss these questions about Science in Apologetics. Episode Transcript Resources Books Case for a Creator - Lee Strobel Case for Christ - Lee Strobel Case for Faith - Lee Strobel Website Answers in Genesis Vision of Hope Documentary The Riot and the Dance Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Believer, are you prepared to defend your faith? Our dear friend Alexandra is back as a guest this week to kick off our mini series on apologetics! This episode, Alexandra joins Janet to discuss 1 Peter 3:15 and how we as believers can answer the biblical call to always be prepared to give a reason for the hope that is in us. Episode Transcript Resources Books Christian Beliefs: Twenty Basics Every Christian Should Know - Wayne Grudem Case for Christ - Lee Strobel Case for a Creator - Lee Strobel Reason for God - Tim Keller The God Who is There - D. A. Carson Expository Apologetics - Voddie Baucham Other Creation Museum /Answers in Genesis Lee Strobel Website Vision of Hope Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Do you have a friend who is suffering? You may desperately long to encourage them, but it’s often hard to know where to begin... This episode's special guest, speaker and author Caroline Newheiser, joins Jocelyn and Janet to offer biblical wisdom on discerning what to say to loved ones who are worried, weary, wayward, or weeping - and how friendships based on Scripture can have a lasting impact through all seasons of life. Episode Transcript Resources Books When Words Matter Most - Cheryl Marshall and Carolyn Newheiser  Website Faith Conferences Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

You know you want to dig into God’s Word. But… where to begin? Our special guest, Sandy Esgar, joins Jocelyn and Janet this week to share some basic Bible study principles that will encourage you to grow deeper in your understanding of Scripture. Episode Transcript Books Bible Knowledge Commentary John McArthur Study Bible Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary Blue Letter Bible Commentaries Warren Wiersbe Commentary Worksheet Basic Bible Study Principles Worksheet Completed Sample Worksheet Article Six Questions to Ask When Studying the Bible in a Group App Blue Letter Bible App Literal Word App John MacArthur App Websites Masters of Arts in Biblical Counseling at Faith Bible Seminary Logos Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

A special guest joins us today to wrap up our mini series on parenting, with a look into how to care for our children with special needs. Rita Jamison will share her wisdom on how the Lord has equipped us through His Word and a relationship with Him to love those who are often isolated and hurting. Episode Transcript Resources: Booklet Parenting Your ADHD Child MP3 ADHD (highly recommend all parents listen to, not just parents with those labeled ADHD) CD series Helping Your Child Learn Helping Children Labeled ADHD Websites Restoration Men’s Ministry Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

In part two of our mini series on parenting, Janet and Jocelyn return this week to discuss how to bring up our children in the Lord in a way that honors and glorifies God through daily connections to the Gospel. Main Passage: Ephesians 6:4 Episode Transcript Resources: Books The Heart of Anger - Lou Priolo For the Love of Discipline - Sara Wallace Shepherding a Child’s Heart - Tedd Tripp Websites Restoration Men’s Ministry Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

We want to make it easy for our children to choose righteousness. It's not our job to MAKE them choose righteousness, but as Christian parents, we want to intentionally create an environment in our home that showcases the beauty and superiority of God's ways. So how do we go about doing that? In part one of our mini-series on Parenting, Janet and Jocelyn discuss the foundational principles of how to parent biblically. Episode Transcript Resources: Documents Frequent Parenting Q&As Goal Planning Resource links from parenting conference Podcasts Biblical Counseling in Action Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Repentance is a word that is used so often in Christian circles, but what is it exactly? This week, Janet and Jocelyn discuss true repentance and how it doesn’t mean we work to pay for our sins as a form of penance, but instead turn from sin and to God. Episode Transcript Resources Books Unpacking Forgiveness - Chris Brauns Articles False Repentance Leads to False Conversions - Michael Lawrence  Thoughts on Jesus’s Demand to Repent - John Piper Unless You Stop Loving Sin: The Heart of Repentance - Stephen Witmer The Whole in Our Holiness - Ligon Duncan Podcasts The Hesed Love of God - Joyful Journey Video John Piper and Tim Keller Wrestle with Sanctification  Websites Vision of Hope Women’s Residential Treatment Facility Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Everywhere we turn, the world is bombarding us with ideas about sexuality. How should we as Christians be thinking about sex? This week Janet and Jocelyn tackle the tough subject of human sexuality. Christians often tend to shy away from this issue, while the world talks about it constantly. How should our Biblical worldview shape the way we view sexuality? What does God have to say about it, and how can we honor Him while living in a fallen world? Episode Transcript Resources: Books/PDFs What’s the Difference? Manhood and Womanhood Defined According to the Bible - John Piper This Momentary Marriage - John Piper What Does the Bible really Teach about Homosexuality? - Kevin DeYoung Study Sheet Podcasts Truth in Love: The Unbiblical Nature of Reparative Therapy (feat. Heath Lambert) Truth in Love: Religious Liberty in Counseling (feat. Todd Sorrell) Truth in Love West Lafayette Ordinance 31-21 (feat. Steve Viars) Tuesday February 8th, 2022 Albert Mohler - The Briefing  Websites Find a Biblical Counselor - ACBC Lafayette Citizens for Freedom Faith Biblical Counseling Training Conferences Extra The Ties that Bind Album 58 - Adventures in Odyssey  Human Sexuality Fact Sheet Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

As we start the new year, many people focus on developing new healthy habits or ditching bad ones. But can a person REALLY change their habits? Does the Bible offer guidance in how to break away from the bad or sinful patterns that seem so enslaving in our lives? Listen in to hear Janet and Jocelyn discuss how God’s Word can help us in our everyday struggles with bad habits. Resources: Worksheet Think, Do, Want Episodes Purpose: The Creation Mandate - Joyful Journey Thinking and Theology - Joyful Journey Websites Find an ACBC Counselor Restoration Men’s Residential Treatment Vision of Hope Women’s Residential Treatment Faith Bible Seminary MABC Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

As human beings made by God, we all have a purpose on earth. How do we know our purpose and learn how to live according to that purpose as a believer? And how does God’s sovereignty play into all of this? Listen in this week as Janet and Jocelyn teach through the story of Samson in Judges 13-14 and discuss the dangers of living without a purpose. Episode Transcript Resources: Episodes Hesed Love of God - Joyful Journey Purpose: the Creation Mandate - Joyful Journey Sermons/Teachings Determining Our Purpose - Janet Aucoin Saul sermon series Website Biblical Counseling Training Conferences Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Thank you for joining us on this journey! We wanted to share a little bit of what it actually looks like during the recording process. Enjoy this short blooper episode and we look forward to continuing the journey next year!

Introducing our very first Joyful Journey Q&A episode! Janet and Jocelyn answer listener questions, from how to spend time with the Lord while raising small children, to the difference between godly grief and self-pity. We pray that as you listen, you find yourself encouraged and strengthened to choose truth and to choose joy on your journey as a woman of God. Episode Transcript Resources: Episodes Investing in Relationships The Hesed Love of God Websites Vision of Hope Residential Treatment Facility Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Our thought life matters to God! Our theology should impact the way we think. The Bible teaches us how to take our thoughts captive in submission to Christ. In this week’s episode, we are thrilled to welcome back our co-host, Jocelyn, as she and Janet take a look at Psalm 1 and 2, which instruct us to meditate on truth and show us how to conform our thinking to Christ Main passage: Psalm 1 and 2 Episode Transcript Resources: Resources: Books The Ology - Marty Machowski Biblical Doctrine - John MacArthur and Richard Mayhue In the Arena of the Mind - John Vandegriff Music Joyful Journey Spotify playlist Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

We have an exclusive episode of the Joyful Journey Podcast! Today's podcast is entitled, Special Gentle & Lowly Interview. In this new episode, Janet's husband, Pastor Brent, had the unique opportunity to interview Dane Ortlund, author of the bestselling book Gentle & Lowly and senior pastor of Naperville Presbyterian Church in Illinois. In this special interview, Brent and Dane will discuss the heart of Christ for sinners and sufferers. We cannot wait to share this unique episode with you! Video Live video interview Book Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund Conference Websites Pre-conference website and registration Main conference website and registration

Sometimes it feels like criticism comes from all around us. How can we humbly process and respond to the criticism leveled at us? Alexandra and Janet discuss how God’s view of us in Christ can help us to consider and respond to the critics in our lives from a biblical perspective. Main Passage: Proverbs Episode Transcript Resources: Website ACBC Counseling Episode Principles and Methods - Joyful Journey Articles Journal of Biblical Counseling (Specifically Biblical Alternative to Criticism by Lou Priolo [10-4], The Cross and Criticism [17-3]) Book One with a Shepherd - Mary Somerville Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Submission. Why do we shudder when we hear that word? Perhaps we equate it with being a doormat, being taken advantage of, or told we have no voice or value. But true biblical submission is not about value: It's about order. In this episode, Janet and Alexandra will discuss some common misunderstandings of submission and look to Jesus's example to reshape our understanding, as we seek to let Scripture, not culture, dictate how we act and think about submission. Main Passage: Ephesians 5 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Men and Women in the Local Church - Kevin DeYoung Articles Authority: God’s good and Dangerous Gift - Jonathan Leeman Complementarianism a Moment of Reckoning Part 1 - Jonathan Leeman Essential and Indispensable Women and the Mission of the Church - Jonathan Leeman The State of Complementarianism - Albert Mohler Sermon The Beautiful Faith of Fearless Submission - John Piper Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Imagine someone knowing everything about you. Even the deepest, darkest parts of who you are and how you think that you don't want to acknowledge, even to yourself... Imagine Someone does know and does see - and loves you dearly anyway. This is the kind of love we find in our Creator. Janet and Alexandra take a long look at Psalm 139 to see how we are both fully known and fully loved. Main Passage: Psalm 139 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Gospel Primer part 2 - Milton Vincent Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund Systematic Theology doctrine of justification (Wayne Grudem, John Frame, John MacArthur) Sermon Removing Idols of the Heart - Tim Keller Song Known - Tauren Wells Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Gender. Womanhood. Beauty. Value. Equality. All of these terms swirl in our heads when we think about the messages the world shouts at us as women and our role in society today. Janet and Alexandra examine Genesis 1-2 to answer the most important question when it comes to a right view of womanhood: What does GOD think of women? Part of pursuing truth in our journeys of women of God includes answering this question rightly, as we think through how to live as a light for truth in an increasingly dark and confusing world. Main Passage: Genesis 1-2 Episode Transcript Resources: Books By Design - Susan Hunt  Eve In Exile - Rebekah Merkle  Men and Women in the Church – Kevin DeYoung Articles Liberated but bound - Caitlin Flanagan A Place to Eat, Sleep, and Watch - Greg Morse Interview Tom Holland Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Today on the podcast, hosts Janet and Alexandra discuss principles and methods. In the church, we should base all of our life principles on scripture, even though the methods we use might be different from person to person. Understanding the difference between principles and methods is crucial to experiencing the unity of Christ.  Main Passage: 1 Peter 3:8 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Fruit of Her Hands - Nancy Wilson Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Modern sensibilities resist the idea of meekness. And yet, it is one of the words that Jesus uses to describe Himself! A biblical understanding of the power and strength in true meekness gives us much hope! In this episode, Janet and Alexandra focus on a Christ-like quiet spirit, and the beauty of freedom of not resisting what God allows into our lives. Main passages: 1 Peter 3:1-4, Psalm 131 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Knowing God - J. I. Packer Beautiful in God’s Eyes - Elizabeth George The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment - Jeremiah Burrough None Like Him - Jen Wilken  Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund Scripture Psalm 131 Assessment Meekness Assessment - Martha Peace Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

How can we process suffering in a way that results joy in the midst of hard times? Alexandra Nitzschke opens up about her personal experience in suffering in self-destructive ways and in biblical ways, and shares four steps she uses to pursue joy when times get tough. Main Passage: Psalm 34 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy - Mark Vroegop God’s Healing for Life’s Losses - Bob Kelleman Suffering and the Sovereignty of God - John Piper Trusting God - Jerry Bridges Sermon John 11 - Faith church Websites VOH Residential Treatment Restoration Residential Treatment ACBC Counselors Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Janet Aucoin and Alexandra Nitzschke discuss how a biblical understanding of the unfulfilled longings we all experience will help us see the tastes of God’s goodness all around us. Episode Transcript Resources: Books Heaven - Randy Alcorn Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent Video Dealing with Unfulfilled Longings - Janet Aucoin Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Janet Aucoin and Alexandra Nitzschke walk through the complex topic of anxiety and its various underlying heart issues by studying the Sermon on the Mount, and discuss how to find freedom within anxiety in our relationship to Christ. Episode Transcript Resources: Books Anxiety: Anatomy and Cure - Bob Kellemen Anxious for Nothing - John MacArthur Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund Overcoming Fear, Worry, and Anxiety - Elyse Fitzpatrick Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 - Phillip Keller Videos Stop it - Ben Newhart as a psychotherapist Trust God: Psalm 131 - Brent Aucoin Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

As Janet Aucoin and Alexandra Nitzschke continue talking about the tools we have to fight temptation, we turn our eyes to the powerful Word of God, which helps us fight against the pull of our sinful desires. Alexandra dives deep into Matthew 4 to look at how Jesus was tempted during His 40 days in the desert - and how we too can have victory over temptation if we study, know, and embrace the Scriptures as He did. Main Passage: Matthew 4 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Women of the Word - Jen Wilkin Readying the Bible Supernaturally - John Piper Life Change Bible Study Series Daily Grace Bible studies Gospel Treason - Brad Bigney Sermons If My Words Abide in You - John Piper Blessed Self-Forgetfulness - Tim Keller Videos Heart of Change - Brent Aucoin Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Joyful Journey welcomes co-host Alexandra Nitzschke back to the podcast! Janet Aucoin and Alexandra will discuss the story of Gethsemane from Matthew 26 and the stark difference between Jesus and His disciples as they respond to temptation. Their story helps guide our thoughts about how we react when temptation comes our way: Desperate prayer is a powerful tool the Lord uses to help us overcome the powerful pull of sin on our hearts. Main Passage: Matthew 26 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Valley of Vision  App Prayer Mate Teachings Hope in the Midst of Temptation: Scripture - Alexandra Nitzschke Hope in the Midst of Temptation: Prayer - Alexandra Nitzschke Hope in the Midst of Temptation: Confession - Alexandra Nitzschke Websites Desiring God Sermons - John Piper’s Grace to You Sermons - John MacArthur’s  Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

This is a special one! Joyful Journey welcomes Janet's husband, Pastor Brent Aucoin, to talk about the desires of our heart. Why do we do what we do? Because we want what we want. But why do we want what we want - and why do we want it so badly? Brent and Janet take a look at Genesis 3 to explore the process that leads us to the decisions we make - and how to align our heart's treasure with God's so that our lives reflect the beauty of His character and goodness. Main Passage: Genesis 3 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Gospel Treason - Brad Bigney Counterfeit Gods - Tim Keller Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund Diagram Changing What You Treasure Diagram - Brent Aucoin Teaching Changing What You Treasure - Brent Aucoin Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

We want to live out our singleness in a way that honors the Lord. But how do we do that in a world often obsessed with finding fulfilment in all sorts of human relationships? Janet Aucoin and Jocelyn Wallace discuss biblical truths to help combat the common struggles and unique battles singles face, as well as how marrieds and singles can come together to help each other live out the Creation Mandate. Episode Transcript Resources: Books 7 Myths of Singleness - Sam Alberry Singled Out for Him – Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth She’s Got the Wrong Guy – Deepak Reju Singleness Redefined – Carolyn Leutwiler Passion and Purity – Elizabeth Elliott Blogs/Articles When Marriage Isn’t promised - Alexandra Amnesty Loving singles Well - Redemption Bible Chapel 5 Things Singles Wished Married Couples Knew - The Gospel Coalition   Single Ladies Catechism - Feet Cry Mercy Sermons Loving When You’re By Yourself - Faith Church Single in Christ - Desiring God Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Janet Aucoin and Jocelyn Wallace break down Titus 2:3-5 by sharing bot the context of the passage and application of Paul's calling for the "older women" and the "younger women" in the local church. Main passage: Titus 2:3-5 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Adorned: Living Out the Beauty of the Gospel Together - Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth Blogs/Articles 100 Questions to Fuel Mentoring Relationships - Revive Our Hearts Blog  How to Create a Mentoring Culture - Revive Our Hearts Article Partnerships to Promote Counseling Progress - Faith Ministries Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Janet Aucoin and Jocelyn Wallace sit down with our very first guest, Pastor Dustin Folden, to discuss how feasting at the table of God's goodness can help us fight against the temptations and dangers of sin. Main Passage: Colossians 2:20-3:4 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Christ’s Glorious Achievement - C. H. Spurgeon  Incomparable Christ - John Stott Knowing Christ - Mark Jones Incomparable Christ: Person and Work of Jesus Christ - J. Oswald Sanders Music Steadfast: TGCW21 Playlist Spotify playlist "Songs About Jesus" Joyful Journey Playlists Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

There are so many voices in our head and in the world telling us what to think about our body. But what does God's Word have to say about it? Janet Aucoin and Jocelyn Wallace walk through II Corinthians to help us think through a biblical view of our physical bodies. Main Passage: II Corinthians 4-5 Episode Transcript Resources: Booklet The Freedom of Self Forgetfulness - Tim Keller Teaching Theology of the Physical Body Article Biblical Integration in Anatomy and Physiology: A Design Approach - Answers in Genesis  Sermon The Freedom of Self Forgetfulness - Tim Keller Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

God sometimes ordains trials for his people. Janet Aucoin and Jocelyn Wallace explore how truth from James 1 can help us fight for joy for ourselves and those around us—even when we can’t understand His plan for the trials we face. Episode Transcript Resources: Books Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy - Mark Vroegop Valley of Vision Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent The Hebrew-Greek Key Word Study Bible The Study Bible App MacArthur - Brought to you by Grace to You Breathe Bible NLT Audio New Testament Unlock the Bible in 30 Days – Colin Smith Amen, The Story of Scripture from Eden to Eternity – The Daily Grace Co.  Website Bible Hub Videos Heart of Change - Brent Aucoin What Does It Mean to Count It All Joy - Dr. Scott Swain  Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Janet Aucoin and Jocelyn Wallace discuss how the hesed love of God changes our perspective and response to unjust suffering. Sometimes we suffer as a result of someone else's sin. Sometimes we suffer due to circumstances outside of our control: an accident, a pandemic, or a variety of other results of living in a broken world. And it's not fair! Regardless, looking to our Savior's example and heart reorients our perspective and gives great hope. Episode Transcript Resources: Books Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 – Phillip Keller Unpacking Forgiveness – Chris Brauns Suffering: Eternity Makes a Difference booklet – Paul Tripp How to Handle Trouble – Jay Adams Suffering: Gospel Hope When Life doesn’t Make Sense – Paul Tripp Fibromyalgia: God’s Grace for Chronic Pain Sufferers – Robert Smith When God Weeps – Why our Sufferings Matter to the Almighty – Joni Earickson Tada and Steven Estes Heaven – Randy Alcorn Putting your past in its place – Stephen Viars Suffering is never for nothing – Elisabeth Elliott Blog Joni and Friends: Lessons from Cancer Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Last episode, we explored the hesed love of God - a sacrificial love that faithfully pursues even to its own hurt. Now Janet Aucoin and Jocelyn Wallace will take a look at what hesed love can look like, as we as Christ's followers attempt to live it out in everyday life. Main Passage: John 13 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Inexpressible - Michael Card Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund The Shepherd Trilogy - Phillip Keller Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

When we think about the love of God, what do we picture? In this episode, Janet Aucoin and Jocelyn Wallace examine the faithful hesed love God holds for His people - the kind of sacrificial love that loves to its own hurt, an unchanging love that pursues those who actively run away from Him. He loves first. He loves most. He loves even to His own hurt. Taking a closer look at the steadfast love of God helps us worship deeply and correctly as we pursue a closer relationship with Him. Main Passage: John 13 Episode Transcript Resources: Books Inexpressible - Michael Card Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund The Shepherd Trilogy - Phillip Keller Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Rebellion. Redemption. Rescue. This is what the gospel is all about: Jesus Christ coming to rescue us from our sin and enabling us to be reconciled to God, restoring us to the purpose for which we were created. In this episode, Janet Aucoin and Jocelyn Wallace discuss the salvation story and help us think through how life can be radically different as a result of Jesus's deep, abiding love for us. Episode Transcript Resources:  Books Gospel Primer for Christians - Faith Resources (faithlafayette.org) What Is the Gospel? - Faith Resources (faithlafayette.org) Explicit Gospel eBook - Faith Resources (faithlafayette.org) Videos The Story - On Right Now Media (6) Gospel of The Kingdom - YouTube Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Janet Aucoin and Jocelyn Wallace discuss our God-given purpose in life as described in the pages of Scripture and the joy found in following that purpose. (Main Passage: Genesis 1:26-28) Episode Transcript Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com  Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

In our very first Joyful Journey episode, Janet Aucoin, Jocelyn Wallace, and Alexandra Nitzschke discuss how true joy can be found only in following God and what that looks like in practical life. No matter the circumstance, we all can choose joy when we know the truth about who we are in Christ and our ultimate purpose here on earth. (Main Scripture: Psalm 16) Episode Transcript Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.

Hosts Janet Aucoin, Jocelyn Wallace, and Alexandra Nitzschke come together from different walks of life to discuss a mutual passion for gospel-focused theology. In this introductory episode, the ladies introduce themselves and share why they love teaching women how theology applies to everyday life, the purpose in launching this podcast, and what they hope to accomplish through this ministry. Episode Transcript Visit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes. Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.com Facebook, Instagram  Donate to Joyful Journey Podcast Joyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.