World renowned drummer Zoro joins Monica to share the story of his mother's love - his perseverance and the power of dreaming big. Zoro's Mom - Maria was single with 7 children. She was raising her children in Compton they were poor moving from place to place sometimes living in the car. But she held her head high, and her faith remained unshakeable she encouraged her children to dream BIG. When Zoro was 7 years old, she tied her orange scarf around his neck and said "Someday son you will grow up and do "fantasmical" things". She was right that is exactly what Zoro did from gracing the stages of Hollywood's best to walking in a humility and faith that is unique and rare Zoro is an encouragement to everyone who hears his story. #perseverance #motherslove #dream #Mark9:23

When your finances don't make sense, God can do more. Wherever you are is the place to start and with what you have.

Do you feel trapped by bitterness, anger, and rage due to unforgiveness? On this episode find out how you can forgive for good with daily surrendering to God.

When life doesn't go according to plan, what do you do? Find out here how to embrace who you are and who God made you to be.

Endurance . . . that staying power is so important in all of our daily lives. In this episode, Monica talks with Pastor Joan Evrist about how to endure with a strong prayer life and a community of faith.

Elizabeth Shreve is no stranger to tears. She's faced many obstacles including a cancer diagnosis that was short on hope. Even though Elizabeth shed many tears - she also stood strong in her faith. That cancer diagnosis? She is now cancer free and living a life of triumph. Elizabeth's story will encourage you to new heights in faith - and prove that tears don't have to be the end of your story.

The Bible is filled with promises and prayers for your family. You can literally change the whole trajectory of your life and your families lives by praying God's promises. This episode will help you pray the promises of God so you can see your family walk in His best.

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#dontstoppraying #promises #prayers

Victoria Robinson says when it comes to abortion they lied to us. She says abortion was pushed as an easy way to solve an unplanned pregnancy with no ramifications but actually the impact of abortion can last for years for both women and men. Today Victoria talks with Monica about ways for post abortive women and men to find healing and wholeness after abortion. #healing #trauma #abortion #Romans8:28

If it seems like you've been waiting a long time and that nothing is happening today's episode is for you. God is working in our waiting, even when we can’t see it.

#waiting #working #trust

If you or someone you know is stuck in addiction or abuse - you need to hear these freedom stories. Shakia and Jessie both became addicted and were abused. Today - they are free and so are their children. Freedom is God's idea and freedom is possible. #freedom #recovery #healthy

Jessie was introduced to drugs by her parents. She started using meth at a young age and ended up in a life of addiction and abuse. Her addiction became so bad they she lost custody of her daughter. Jessie has an amazing story of restoration with her daughter - and the life of freedom they are all living now. #addiction # abuse #freedom

Shakia was sexually molested by several family members at a young age. She numbed that pain with drugs and ended up addicted. Today on Bridges Shakia shares how the truth gave her a freedom story. Susan shares how a God given dream is bringing freedom to women and their children in miraculous ways. #freedom #truth #dreams

Louise Wright lost her daughter Rebekah in a tragic car accident. Today on Bridges she shares her emotional journey of Finding God in Grief.

We all deal with anxiety from time to time. Today, licensed therapist Julie Mangus shares healthy ways to deal with anxiety.

Anxiety is all around us - and it impacts our families in ways we may not recognize. Today we talk about practical ways to handle anxiety and move forward in life.

Suicide and mental health issues are running rampant over today’s youth. The Hopeline is working to change that..

When it comes to praying, many people struggle with how and what to pray. Join Monica as she talks with Pastor Chuck Groover about scriptural powerful prayers.

Students today face hostility and bullying in record numbers. Dr. Brooks Gibbs teaches student emotional resilience so we can raise our children to be strong adults.

Ever heard the saying "that person is so heavenly minded that they are no earthly good?" Monica's guest today says that is not true - she says that having a heavenly perspective helps in our everyday lives. Join us today to find out how the prospect of heaven helps us in the here and now.

Emotions are an important part of our relationships. Today we look at anxiety and how it affects us and how to work through anxiety in a healthy way.

Transforming your marriage may be easier than you think. Today's Bridges episode will help you identify if you are holding on to past hurts/baggage and how to let go. As you let go of that baggage you are free to pursue connection with your spouse and have the marriage you've always dreamed about.

Life in a broken world includes everything from long lines to tragic accidents. How then do we live life as an adventure rather than an ordeal?

The odds were definitely against Rodney and Gabby - but the odds don't know Jesus. Today you'll meet a young couple that dared to believe God's promises. Today's Bridges story is all about miracles - such hope for the journey.

Regardless of what this world tells you – it is possible to trade busy for rest. This episode will encourage you to drop your busy badge and pick up the rest that God desires for you.

#rest #tradebusyforrest #quitbusy

When Shanda's husband died suddenly (Pastor Robb Tripp) she was beyond devastated. While the heartaches and obstacles are many she is determined to see that their two children – Hannah and Lawson stay the course on the faith and look forward to life with hope. This true story will fuel your faith and show you that with God's help all things are possible.

#tragic #hope #inspirational