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Welcome to the Lighting the Way Today podcast! This is a podcast where we engage in conversations regarding how to connect God’s Word to situations that come up in everyday life.
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7 days ago
7 days ago
“We’re active in our waiting, we’re not passive. And part of being active is having a positive attitude and having a trusting attitude.”
When we have to wait on something that we desire or need, does God want us to put our life on pause? No! In His Word, God describes many ways that we can wait well, staying active as we both live life to the fullest day by day and work toward our goals. Join Heather Malinowski as she interviews two ministers in this episode, a married couple, Edgar and Lindsey Mendoza, as they talk about how they have waited well in their own life’s delays, and how they saw God at work for them when they trusted Him in the process.
Conversation Links:
- Psalm 27:14
- I Timothy 4:16
- Psalm 37:4
- Romans 8:28 (The Amplified Bible)
- Proverbs 3:5,6
- Genesis 39
- Matthew 24:36
- Matthew 6:33
- “Waiting upon the Lord”
- “Building Trust in God”
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All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.
Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
“One of the things that I love about the Bible is that it acknowledges anxiety exists. That in itself is amazing....But it also provides a solution....”
Lauren Schiano interviews Jay Withers, a mental health therapist, and Yvanne Komenan, a Christian from Côte d’Ivoire, West Africa. In this episode, they define anxiety and show tools that God has provided to help His children identify, face, and overcome it. They also discuss how Christians can approach this topic with compassion, avenues of support that people can pursue to get help with anxiety, and ways that Christians can listen and show support to those who are dealing with this challenge.
Conversation Links:
- Isaiah 41:10 (New American Standard Bible 1995)
- Philippians 4:6,7
- Psalm 22 (New International Version)
- Psalm 13:1,2
- Psalm 13:5
- I Samuel 30
- Matthew 6:27
- Exodus 3–4
- II Corinthians 12:8,9
- Psalm 107:20
- II Timothy 1:7
- Romans 12:15
- Galatians 6:2
- I Peter 2:24
- The Anxious Generation
To Learn More about The Way International:
Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.
All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
“With complacency, you’re going to be the victim, you’re going to have less wins, you’re going to be tossed to and fro. But if you go out and you’re taking action, and you’re making decisions, and you’re keeping moving, and you’re doing good works, you’re going to have a much more positive life; it’s going to be more impacting.”
Join Adam Barlow as he interviews two ministers and military veterans, Zach Wilks, Special Forces in the Army, and Tony Thomas, Special Forces in the Marine Corps. These men, through their military training and service, time as ministers, and experiences as husbands and fathers, have much to share on the topic of fearless decision making. If you’ve ever felt unsure of which path to take in life or anxious about the future, the Biblical principles and insights shared in this interview will certainly bring you comfort, clarity, and confidence to fearlessly take the next step in whatever you’re endeavoring to do.
Conversation Links:
- “Decide” Latin Roots
- Colossians 3:15
- Genesis 12
- Joshua 3
- Ephesians 4:22-24
- Philippians 2:13
- Deuteronomy 30:19
- Ephesians 4:14,15
- Psalm 103:12
- Isaiah 43:25
- Romans 8:1
- I Peter 5:8
To Learn More about The Way International:
Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.
All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.
Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
“Biblical resilience and growing in grace, to me, is remembering all that God has done for me through His Son, Jesus Christ, believing, and claiming what is ours because God promised [those things] to us.”
In this episode, Heather Malinowski interviews Greg and Ellie Carter, a wonderful couple and experienced ministers, and they discuss facing adversity with grace. During the conversation, they explain that we can magnify what the Word says above the opinions of others or even our own negative thoughts, and we can overcome challenges. They also show that, besides believing God’s promises, there are many good practices we can incorporate into our lives that help us endure. We can pray, we can tap into a positive community of brothers and sisters in Christ, and more. Are you up for a Biblical pep talk? Listen in and let God’s Word encourage you and help you shine through your life’s challenges.
Conversation Links:
- I John 3:1,2
- Ephesians 1:3
- Romans 8:37
- Romans 8:35
- Ephesians 4:22
- The Way Magazine May/Jun 2007, “Our Identification with Jesus Christ: A Position of Power”
- Romans 10:9,10
- II Peter 1:3 (New Living Translation)
- “Claiming Our Sonship Rights”
- Home Fellowships
- The Book of Job
- Job 42:10
- Genesis 37-50
- Acts 9
- Philippians 3:13,14
- I Corinthians 12:27
- Proverbs 27:17 (Contemporary English Version)
- Matthew 13:55
- Matthew 13:57,58
- II Corinthians 6:14 (New Living Translation)
- Galatians 5:7-9 (New Living Translation)
- Acts 2:42
To Learn More about The Way International:
Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.
All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
“You see a principle throughout the Word that men are to be selfless....We pour ourselves out in service.”
While in the world there are many contrasting and confusing ideas about how men should conduct themselves, God’s Word provides great clarity. In this episode, Steele Bergman interviews two ministers—Rev. Mel Privette and Rev. Jesse Blosser—who boldly and joyfully discuss what God’s Word says about what it means to be a good man, and what godly masculinity really entails.
Conversation Links:
- Genesis 1:27
- I Timothy 5:2
- Ephesians 5:25-33
- Ephesians 5:23
- Romans 12:1
- Ephesians 5:28
- I Thessalonians 5:21
- John 13:34,35
- I Corinthians 13:8
- II Corinthians 9:6-8
- Matthew 6:33
- II Thessalonians 3:10
- Living God’s Word as a Family class
- Philippians 2:13
- The Foundational Class
- Theway.org
- Contact Us
To Learn More about The Way International:
Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.
All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
“We are helpers of our children’s joy. We build their love for God and His Word and their discipline to carry it out....And think of the impact their lives will have as they stand for God. And think how we’re helping them to earn eternal rewards by doing this.”
In this episode, Hunter Mullins interviews two generations of fathers—Rev. Bill Greene and Rev. Chandler Greene—to gain insight into what God’s Word says about fatherhood. These dedicated ministers dive into topics like balancing priorities as a father, how God sets the example as our heavenly Father, and effectively raising up children with God’s unconditional love. Packed with deep insight and honest reflection between this father-son duo, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
Conversation Links:
- Tupos definition
- I Timothy 3:4
- II Timothy 3:16,17
- Deuteronomy 6:6,7
- Romans 12:21
- Romans 12:21 (The New Testament in Modern English)
- LTWT 003: Overcoming Evil with Good
- I Corinthians 15:33
- Galatians 6:10
- Proverbs 22:6
- Luke 22:31,32
- II Corinthians 1:24
- Romans 8:1
- The Way Corps Training Program
- Camp Gunnison—The Way Family Ranch
- Dr. Victor Paul Wierwille
To Learn More about The Way International:
Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.
All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
“Every single day, it’s an opportunity for us as women to put on those characteristics of Proverbs 31....being trustworthy, a self-starter, industrious, a good manager, sharp and versatile, believing the Word about yourself, keeping God’s Word burning brightly, compassionate, preparing ahead of time and believing for abundance, that your appearance leaves a godly impression, that your speech and conduct are of high integrity, wise and kind....”
With so much confusion in culture about what femininity means—and with the many contradicting expectations placed on women—have you ever wondered what God’s Word actually says about the qualities of godly women? In this episode Jill Edwards and Sara Shroyer, interviewed by Lauren Schiano, explore Biblical records of women who accomplished great things for God. They unpack some of the characteristics of the virtuous woman from Proverbs 31, and contrast society’s limited expectations with the far more expansive and encouraging standards God set up for women. Truly, God has called His daughters to live powerful, fulfilling, vital lives for Him!
Conversation Links:
- Ruth
- Ruth 2:11,12
- Esther
- Luke 10:38-42
- John 11
- Proverbs 31
- I Peter 3:3,4
- Dake’s Annotated Reference Bible
- I Peter 3:3,4 (New Testament in Modern English)
- Proverbs 31:30
- I Corinthians 14:18
- Romans 12:5
- Proverbs 27:17
- I Peter 5:5
- I Corinthians 13:5
- Home fellowships
- Psalm 84:11
- James 3:17
- I Corinthians 7:34
- I Corinthians 7:33
- All the Women of the Bible
- Ephesians 1:6
- Psalm 37:4
To Learn More about The Way International:
Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.
All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.
Tuesday May 06, 2025
Tuesday May 06, 2025
“I really think what surprised me the most [about motherhood] was how much my love and admiration and appreciation for my mom and all mothers out there just grew exponentially!”
In this episode, Sierra Bergman interviews the mother-daughter duo Mary Kay Koetteritz and Amy Houseman, both mothers of five, to gain insight into the joys and challenges of motherhood. These women open their hearts and share God’s Word, giving valuable perspective and support to anyone who is considering becoming a mom, is currently a mom, or those who would like to gain further appreciation for the role mothers take for their children.
Conversation Links:
- LTWT 032: Raising Children in a Christian Home
- LTWT 024: Preparing for Parenthood
- Isaiah 41:10
- Romans 8:37
- Philippians 4:13
- Isaiah 40:31
- Proverbs 31:25
- Philippians 4:19
- Psalm 50:10
- Proverbs 25:11
- Philippians 4:8
- Deuteronomy 6:6,7
- Egermeier’s Bible Story Book
- The Action Bible
- Home Fellowships
- Ephesians 1:18
- Titus 2:3-5
- The Word in Marriage and the Family, Give and Share Series Book, Volume III
- Living God’s Word as a Family Class
- III John 4
- Proverbs 31
- I Peter 3:15
- Proverbs 16:24
- Psalm 37:4
- Colossians 3:23
- Psalm 127:3
To Learn More about The Way International:
Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.
All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.