Strolling with Jesus: 2025

Podcast - Episode 60 - In the LORD's House - HOPE

HOPE – where, or in whom, do you place your trust? Is it in others? In your sight? In your wealth? How has that worked out for you? Christians receive true hope in God’s trustworthy promises and faithful presence. In this last episode of her series, In the LORD’s House, Barbara lays out reasons to place our hope in God and outcomes that are blessings. This is the way of living and flourishing in the Lord’s Garden. Bible verses: Psalm 92:12-13, 145:13, John 3:16, Jeremiah 29:11, Joshua 1:9, Psalm 91:1-16, Philippians 4:19, 1 John 1:10, Isaiah 54:10, Psalm 139:14,16, Romans 8:5, 28, John 14:27, 1 Peter 1:3-7.

Podcast - Episode 59 - In the LORD's House - Greenhouse

Podcast - Episode 59 - In the LORD's House - Greenhouse
God loves gardens! And, throughout the Bible many are described in beautiful detail. Inspired by God’s goodness in His gardens, Barbara visualizes a spiritual greenhouse for her heart, and yours! Feel the love as you, too, will flourish in God’s Garden! Bible verses: Psalm 92:12-13, Genesis 3, John 15:1,4, Matthew 26:42, Revelation 22, Ephesians 6:10-18, Galatians 5:22-23.

Podcast - Episode 58 - In the LORD's House - Signposts

Signposts – we need them! They show us the way to our destination. Of course, today we have smart phones with map apps. But, isn’t it still reassuring to see the big green highway signs that confirm our direction? In the same way, Christians reflect God and all His goodness. But, does this apply to all who confess a Christian faith? Barbara asks, “What kind of believer are you? A roadblock, a treadmill, or a signpost?” Bible verses: Psalm 92:12-13, Matthew 10:5-8, 28:19-20, Philippians 2:4-8, Psalm 1:1-3, Matthew 11:28.

Podcast - Episode 57 - In the LORD's House - Rejoice!

One gift of Strolling with Jesus and living in his house is all the rejoicing that happens! What makes you rejoice? King David wrote in Psalm 9 what makes him rejoice. Check this out and hear Barbara’s joyful responses. Are these reasons for you to rejoice, too? Bible verses: Psalm 92:12-13, Revelation 5:13, Psalm 9:1-11, Psalm 23:6.

Podcast - Episode 56 - In the LORD's House - Shepherd

Looking for the best environment in which to flourish? It happens when we follow Jesus, just like sheep follow a shepherd. Imagine knocking on the doors to the Lord’s house and guess who answers? Join Barbara as she reflects on the meaningful relationship all believers can have with Jesus as their “shepherd.” Bible verses: Psalm 92:12-13, Matthew 25:21, Psalm 23.

Podcast - Episode 55 - In the LORD's House - Rainbows!

In the LORD’s House we experience many emotions. Just as God loves, angers, and sorrows, so do we since we were created in His image. Follow Barbara as she realizes that emotions and feelings can exist together just as the colors of a rainbow are always side by side. What blessings do we find? Bible verses: Psalm 92:12-13, Genesis 1:27, John 11:35,38, Matthew 9:36, John 15:11, Mark 4:40, Luke 22:44, Psalm 16:11.

Podcast - Episode 54 - In the LORD's House - Influence!

In the LORD’s House our flourishing life influences many people, whether we know it, or not. Christians are God’s ambassadors and leave an impression when we meet people. Listen to Barbara’s poem. Do you leave behind a ripple, a wave, or a tsunami? For good, or for bad? Do you leave behind some goodness from Jesus? Bible verses: Psalm 92:12-13, 2 Corinthians 5:20.