Lighting the Way Today

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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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16 hours ago

LTWT 064: When Your Job Isn’t Your Dream: Purpose in the “Meantime” Season

16 hours ago

39 min

“You have to not be circumstance-controlled....For me, I don’t want to let a bad work environment turn me into a bad worker. I have to fight to hold myself accountable and to work with integrity.”

Many people are in jobs they didn’t plan on, don’t love, or don’t want long‑term. However, God is still present in the in‑between seasons where work feels “less than” or unclear. In this episode, Heather Neault interviews minister David Ely, and they talk about the frustration of waiting, the fear of falling behind, and how comparison can make the waiting feel even heavier when your job isn’t your dream. This episode also touches on how our faithfulness in small things can carry massive purpose for us, so we can have peace and joy regardless of our circumstances.

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Jun 30, 2026

LTWT 063: When Healing Takes Longer Than We Want—And What Helps

Jun 30, 2026

51 min

“I just think we need to back up a little bit and relax, learn to be patient, and see how God’s going to go to work....We know God’s Word works, so just believe God’s Word! And we will get to our desired destination.”

In this episode, Lauren Schiano interviews Rev. Marcia Greene, a seasoned minister and the author of a Way Magazine article from 2011 entitled “When Healing Takes Time.” Healing (physical, mental, relational) doesn’t always happen in a straight line. In this episode, Lauren and Marcia talk about the frustration of slow progress, setbacks, and unanswered questions, and why comparison and timelines can make healing harder. They explore a more honest view of healing and growth—one that allows for patience, endurance, and believing without pretending that illness, a broken heart, and pain will always automatically disappear overnight. Drawing from Scripture, they look at healing as a process that can unfold over time, offering a believing image of victory that doesn’t ignore reality. Do you need healing in your life? This episode is sure to provide helpful encouragement.

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Jun 16, 2026

LTWT 062: When Forever Falls Apart: Finding Your Way After Divorce

Jun 16, 2026

58 min

“Recovery is a process. True healing comes from God; and healing typically takes effort. It doesn’t just happen on its own.”

Divorce is more than a legal process. It can cause emotional pain and impact a person’s spiritual life. In this episode, Sierra Bergman interviews Rev. and Mrs. Vern Edwards (Jill), and they talk about the potential grief, shame, relief, anger, and confusion that may come with the end of a marriage. They explore what it means to rebuild life when something you believed would last doesn’t, and how trust in God can meet people in the middle of divorce, not only on the other side of it. This conversation looks at how God’s Word speaks to this situation with compassion, not condemnation.

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Jun 2, 2026

LTWT 061: Navigating Grief: Healing During and After Loss

Jun 2, 2026

45 min

“Life does keep going, which is initially one of the hardest parts of grief, because it feels like your world has stopped....As you’re getting through that, back to the joy, just remind yourself that it’s not always going to be like this. Time is one of your biggest assets.”

Grief doesn’t come with a timeline, and it doesn’t look the same for everyone. In this episode, Taylor Thurlow talks to two ministers, Dr. Angela Priester and Hannah Sullwold, and they take an honest look at the effects of loss, how it might reshape routines, and may even impact our identity and beliefs, but they also show that God addresses grief in His Word, and there is a way through it. This episode also explores how God can work in us when someone we know is grieving, and why some of the most comforting words about grief come from Scripture, which doesn’t rush pain or pretend everything is okay. If you’ve ever wondered how people endure loss without losing themselves, this conversation is worth listening to.

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May 19, 2026

LTWT 060: Friends, Drifting, and Breakups: Why Friendship Can Be Hard

May 19, 2026

32 min

“How sweet it is when you do overcome disagreements with someone else, when you decide that your friendship is more important than feelings of hurt or being upset, and you forgive each other. That bond can intensify.”

Friendship can be one of the most meaningful and painful relationships we experience. In this episode, Heather Neault and minister Stacie Cook talk about why friendships can fade, fracture, or end altogether, and what we can do to be a good friend to others and mend relationships when needed. They also explore expectations, loyalty, and ways to keep relationships alive as friends get older, farther away, and busier. Along the way, they look at how the Bible treats friendship not as a bonus, but as an essential part of a healthy life.

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May 5, 2026

LTWT 059: Why Boundaries Aren’t Selfish

May 5, 2026

54 min

“Communicate directly, firmly, and lovingly. There’s a way to communicate in a very neutral, non-combative way....I think people appreciate honest communication.”

Boundaries are often misunderstood. At times, they might get confused with walls, avoidance, or selfishness. In this episode, Steele Bergman interviews minister Laura Mittler, and they explore what healthy boundaries actually are, why so many people struggle to set them, and how they can help us establish healthy relationships with others and stay vital ourselves. Steele and Laura also talk about the difference between loving people well and allowing them to push us too far, and how Biblical wisdom frames boundaries not as rejection, but as a way to protect what matters most.

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Apr 21, 2026

LTWT 058: Surrounded but Alone: Overcoming Loneliness

Apr 21, 2026

55 min

“I really believe that God wants us to be the friend that we wish we had. So if we feel lonely and we want a friend, be that friend. God made us for community and connection.”

Loneliness isn’t just about being alone. At times, it’s about feeling unseen, unheard, and disconnected, even in crowded rooms or full schedules. In this episode, Jennifer Clesi interviews minister Kim Thomas, and they unpack why loneliness is so prevalent in modern life and why independence and productivity don’t actually cure it. They explore the idea that our need for connection isn’t weakness—it’s part of how God designed us—and they show how God’s Word speaks honestly to the ache of isolation while offering a deeper vision of belonging.

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Apr 7, 2026

LTWT 057: Difference Doesn’t Have to Divide Us

Apr 7, 2026

53 min

“All of the ‘causes,’ no matter how passionate we might be about them, all those causes fall short of the greatest cause, which is to reconcile people [back to God]. That’s the one that matters, and that one remedies all the others.”

Join Sierra Bergman as she interviews Rev. Lyndon Sumlin about how we as Christians can approach social justice issues in our society. Social justice conversations often highlight power—who’s in and who’s out, who’s privileged and who’s oppressed. At times, these causes promise equality but can deepen division. But what does Scripture say about belonging, our value, and our unity in the Body of Christ? Our unity is God-given and is something that human systems and culture cannot replicate. We, as Christians, can have compassionate conversations with others when social justice topics are discussed, and we can also help people to see greater realities of what Christ has accomplished for us to break down the walls of division. Listen in for great truths about this topic.

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