Hello, friend. I hope you're doing well today. This week on the podcast we're wrapping up our series exploring the profound gift of God's grace. If you've missed any episodes, I invite you to go back and catch up. My prayer is you will receive this great gift that meets your greatest need, and that you will learn what happens when graces reach into every part of your life. Let grace get you.
Hello, my friend. We make mistakes, don't we? We make stupid decisions, some of use more than others. We sin. And God, in his kindness, has given us a tool to deal with it. To resolve the regret or shame left behind by those bad decisions. He has given us confession.
Hello, friend. Thank you for joining me this week. If you've missed some episodes or are just tuning in for the first time, this is a great place to start. We're talking about what happens when grace happens, something I didn't fully understand until I was years into ministry. I pray you understand it today.
Today's caller, Ron from California, is wondering what to do about cell phone addiction, especially as it relates to your marriage and relationships. How do you handle the issue of cell phone addiction before it has a negative impact on a marriage? What are some practical ways you can bring this area to the attention of your spouse, or other loved ones who struggle with being on their phone too much without getting into an argument? To help me answer this question, I'm joined by Larinda, one of the DFCN counselors, and together we unpack the neurological and relational impacts of cell phone addiction, as well as some really practical and gentle ways you can begin bringing up the conversation and making changes in your family and in your marriage with regard to screen time addiction. If you or someone you know is distracted by their screens more often than not (and let's get real - we ALL need to work on this) this episode is for you! Dig deeper into navigating friendships, triggers, conflict, rupture and repair by ordering my new book People Skills anywhere books are sold. Go deeper with the 60 minute RESET from screens and social media seminar HERE.
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DEBRA FILETA is a Licensed Professional Counselor, national speaker, and founder of the Debra Fileta Counselors Network. She is the bestselling author of eight books including Choosing Marriage, Are You Really OK?, RESET, and Soul Care. Debra is the host of the popular podcast and nationally syndicated radio show Talk To Me where she facilitates on-air authentic counseling-style sessions with notable pastors and leaders. You may also recognize her voice from her appearances on national television and radio, including Better Together, The Kirk Cameron Show, Focus on the Family, The 700 Club, and many others. She reaches millions of people each year with the message of mental, emotional, and relational health. Connect with her on Instagram or at DebraFileta.com.
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(WARNING: This Episode Contains Mature Content) Where does same sex attraction come from? Is it genetic or environmental? Does God's word give us any insight? In this episode, Lance Hahn talks about LGBTQ and homosexuality. He will share his thoughts on origination, sexual identity, sexuality being fluid or fixed and bring stunning clarity on the nature versus nurture debate. 'The Lance Hahn Podcast' drops a new episode every Tuesday. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss it!
Could your everyday decisions actually be acts of worship?
This week on The High Note, Tauren Wells and Phil Wickham sit down for a real conversation about what it means to live a life of worship...not just sing about it.
They dive into songwriting, creativity, and the tension between creating for ourselves vs. creating for God. This conversation will challenge you to see your gifts in a new way, not just as personal expression, but as an act of obedience, service, and eternal impact.
Today I'm joined by my friend and co-author of one of my books, Gary Thomas. He's opening up about many different times in his life when he's either felt misunderstood, slandered, or dealt with toxic interactions (some even from childhood) - and how he's learned to respond as a person who typically leans toward peace and repair. We talk about how to set proper boundaries in relationships with different people, depending on their level of safety and health. Dig deeper into dealing with difficult people and setting healthy boundaries, by ordering my new book People Skills anywhere books are sold.
The Debra Fileta Counselors Network:
Book a counseling session at the Debra Fileta Counselors Network and get started on your healing journey from the inside out TODAY!
DEBRA FILETA is a Licensed Professional Counselor, national speaker, and founder of the Debra Fileta Counselors Network. She is the bestselling author of eight books including Choosing Marriage, Are You Really OK?, RESET, and Soul Care. Debra is the host of the popular podcast and nationally syndicated radio show Talk To Me where she facilitates on-air authentic counseling-style sessions with notable pastors and leaders. You may also recognize her voice from her appearances on national television and radio, including Better Together, The Kirk Cameron Show, Focus on the Family, The 700 Club, and many others. She reaches millions of people each year with the message of mental, emotional, and relational health. Connect with her on Instagram or at DebraFileta.com.
Circle up! This week on the POGcast, the girls talk about sharing the gospel with the world in our backyard, how we think about the problems that come up in our friendships, and what it means to seek wisdom like silver.
We want to hear your real stories of true friendship! Email us at pointofgracestories@gmail.com and you may even hear it on the podcast!
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Timestamps:
1:41 What's Up: Beach Trips, Sharing the Gospel with Our Neighbors, and Dogs on the Furniture
8:42 Circle of Friends: How We Think About Problems in Our Friendships
16:32 What in the Word: Pocket-Sized Truths, "Seek It Like Silver," and The Book of Proverbs
28:07 Circle Up: Dermaplaner Razors, Manuka Honey Cough Drops, and Pink Fygrip Bags
The Lusko kids join Levi and Jennie for a cozy, hilarious, end-of-2025 family episode-full of memories, real talk, and the kind of side comments only siblings can pull off. Together they look back on the year's big moments: college life, tennis wins, learner's permits, a meaningful baptism, and the wild joy of serving together.
You'll hear the behind-the-scenes of the Bolivia mission trip (including travel chaos and a few very memorable mishaps), plus a rapid-fire stroll through favorite podcast episodes, sermon series that hit home, and the books/music that shaped the year. They wrap it all by looking ahead to 2026 with practical goals and spiritual rhythms.
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Time Stamps
0:01:07 - New Year's as a "holy day" and old-school traditions
0:03:38 - 2025 family updates: college, baptism, tennis, and big milestones
0:08:34 - Bolivia mission trip stories: Compassion kids + travel mayhem
0:13:07 - Favorite podcast moments from the year (and the unforgettable ones)
0:15:07 - Blessed Are the Spiraling launch: 7 cities, 7 days, 7 runs
0:26:35 - What God taught them in 2025 + 2026 goals and a Gospels plan