• Discover Beauty Beyond Your Brokenness
    Sep 12 2024

    Welcome to another episode of Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast. In this episode, Cynthia interviews Dr. Michelle Bengstrom who wrote Sacred Scars. During this conversation, Dr. Bengstrom shared a person must feel their pain in order to heal. However, you can know healing and restored inner beauty. Enjoy this fascinating discussion.

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    17 mins
  • Overcoming Darkness
    Aug 8 2024

    Welcome to the latest episode of Heart of the Mattter Radio/Podcast. In a world filled with darkness, we can easily feel ourselves overwhelmead. However, as individuals we can be the power that cuts through the gloom. Join Cynthia's interview with author John Di Girolamo. He offered suggestions and tools for keeping our families safe.

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    28 mins
  • Nurturing the Next Generation: A Warrior's Guide
    Jul 11 2024

    Welcome to Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast. This week our guest was Tammy Largin who wrote a book about parenting. She drew a comparison between child-rearng and arrows in a warrior's quiver. The discussion centered around problems we face in our technology rich world and challenging your offspring to make good choices. Join us for this thought-provoking conversation.

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    16 mins
  • Spark and Action: Ignite Your Purpose
    Jun 27 2024

    Welcome to Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast. Rachel Anderson came this week to discuss how to live with purpose and meaning. She told fun stories about how God taught her as she raised her three boys. Join us for this inspiring discussion.

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    9 mins
  • Home is Where the Welcome Mat is
    Jun 20 2024

    Welcome to Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast. In this episode we focus on opening your home to long-term guests. Melissa Heiland shared how she and her husband minister to weary friends or guests from around the world. She discussed privacy and boundaries as well as chatting with your guest about what to expect. Join us on this ministry journey.

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    14 mins
  • Surprising Facts on Colonial Beverages
    Jun 13 2024

    Welcome to Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast. In this episode, hostess, Cynthia L Simmons, shared a short but fascinating snippet of history you might not know. What if you got thirsty and had no refrigerator and no grocery store? Join us in this interesting blog.

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    4 mins
  • Choosing Hope: Rebuilding Life After an Abortion
    Apr 25 2024

    Welcome to another Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast. In this episode, we chatted about the complex emotions surrounding abortion like fear of God's retribution. Camille Cates was my guest. She related the dramatic story of her unplanned preganancies and her choice to abort. Camille opened up about her deep seated pain and guilt. She explained the difference in Biblical grief verses worldly sorrow. Join our conversation and discover peace through God's mercy.

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    32 mins
  • When Children Stray: A Mother's Journey Then and Now
    Feb 29 2024

    In this riveting podcast, Cynthia explores the problem of the wayward child. As Cynthia opened the interview, she related the story of Susannah Wesley and her prodigal child. Afterward, she asked her guest, Deborah Crawford to share the struggles she faced when her daughter made poor choices. The ladies discussed the gut-wrenching pain of letting go and trusting God. Join Cynthia and Deborah as they shared how they found hope in the middle of pain.

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    21 mins