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Jesus, My Satisfaction

Today on the podcast we're taking a look at what the Bible says about finding our satisfaction in Jesus. Through stories like Jesus feeding the five-thousand and His meeting with the woman at the well, we'll learn that Jesus offers a satisfaction that nothing else compares with. 
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David Phelps' song mentioned in today's episode: Satisfaction
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10 Book Recs for 2026

Today on the podcast we're looking at four fiction favorites and six non-fiction favorites I read last year for you to add to your 2026 TBR list. Plus, we'll look at six brain health benefits of reading. 
 
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10 Reasons Gen-Z can have Hope in 2026

As we’re looking to a new year, there can be excitement but also fear over what the future holds. Maybe you’re worried about your financial future or the unrest in culture. Maybe you’re feeling discouraged because you’re not where you thought you would be at this point in your life. In today's episode, I want to encourage us with the truth of why we can have hope for the future. We'll countdown the top ten reasons Gen-Z can have hope in 2026. I hope this episode encourages you as much as it did me! 
You can read the blog post about Psalm 91 here: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/what-goslings-taught-me-about-god-my-protector/ 
You can listen to my previous episode on sanctification here: https://kelseyleewrites.podbean.com/e/sanctification-and-grace/ 
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5 Biblical Truths about Giving Thanks

Today on the podcast we're diving into the importance of practicing gratitude! We'll dive into why practicing thanksgiving is good for us, as well as five biblical truths regarding thanksgiving. 
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Behind the Scenes of Grandpa's Comrade

Today's episode is a little different from usual as I take you behind-the-scenes in the making of Grandpa's Comrade. We'll talk about my writing process, the major themes in this book and why I'm passionate about them, and you'll even get to hear a teaser from the book! I hope you enjoy this more free-style episode. Grandpa's Comrade is now available for pre-order on Amazon and launches November 11, 2025! 
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Should Christians Enlist in the Military? With Veteran Shane Gjesdal, M.D.

Today on the podcast, I have a very special guest, veteran Shane Gjesdal (aka my dad!). We sit down to discuss what the Bible says about military service. Can Christians join the military? Is there ever a just reason for war? Aren't we supposed to just turn the other cheek? All of these questions and more are answered in today's episode as we prepare for the launch of my upcoming fiction book, Grandpa's Comrade (launching Nov. 11!). 
 
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Does Older Always Mean Wiser? What the Bible Says about Intergenerational Relationships

Today we're diving into the topic of intergenerational relationships. What does the Bible say about how we should relate to those older than us? Does older always mean wiser? Can we correct an older Christian? Why should I build relationships with those older than me? All these questions and more are tackled in today's episode as we lead up to the launch of my new fiction book, Grandpa's Comrade, coming November 11, 2025! 
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Can Christians Read Fiction?

Do you love hearing/telling stories? I do! But have you ever stopped to ask what the Bible says about storytelling? In today's podcast episode, we're diving into what the Bible says about fiction. I'll also be sharing some of my favorite books (and one movie) that have made an impact on my life. 
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What the Bible Says about Seasons and Change

We're heading into fall, and while most of us love the changes in seasons, most of us are a little less enthusiastic about life changes. In today's episode, we're digging into changing seasons, both in the weather and in life. Why do seasons change? What does the Bible say about seasons? And, most importantly, what do seasons teach us about God? Grab your coffee and Bible and let's dig into God's Word together! 
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Does My Reputation Matter as a Christian?

In today's episode, we're diving back into the book of Ruth and discussing the topic of reputation. As a Christian, does it matter what other people think of me? What reputation did Ruth have? And what does it mean to be an ambassador for Christ? We're tackling all of these questions in today's episode! 
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