Bible Verses for Better Living

In this episode you and I explore and answer the questions:- As Christians, how important is it to be kind, compassionate, and forgiving? - Are there simple, easily done ways to incorporate kindness and compassion in our daily lives? - Is there one person who you should extend kindness, compassion, and forgiveness to every day?We answer these questions with guidance from the Bible verse:"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." - Ephesians 4:32.---Host:Stephen Carter, founder of Stress Solutions, LLC, which is now Stress Solutions, USA.Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com. Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com and CarterMethod@gmail.com.---Technical information:Recorded with Hindenburg Pro 2 (Beta). Edits with Twisted Wave. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro 2 (Beta). Microphone: EV RE320.---Key words: God, Jesus, Bible, Paul, kindness, compassion, forgiveness,

In this episode you discover how God speaks to you through your heart and how to know God's divine presence is within you.You and I explore the wisdom and witness offered by King David in Psalm 16 Verses 7 - 11, NIV:"7 - I will praise the Lord, who counsels me; even at night my heart instructs me.8 - I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.9 - Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure,10 - because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will you let your faithful one see decay.11 - You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand."---Host:Stephen Carter; website: https://StressReliefRadio.com. Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com.---Technical information: Recorded and first edits with OcenAudio. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: EV RE320.---Key words:God, Bible, King David, Psalm 16, prayer, pray,

In this episode from "John 16" you and I explore Jesus' message to his disciples - and to you and I - that "... my Father will give you whatever you ask in my name". We're also told the way to peace is through Jesus and the Father.Our core verse is:33 “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” NIV.What does this mean for us and what actions do we need to take? Join us for this episode to discover what this all means and the blessings it can bring to you and your loved ones.---Host:Stephen Carter; website: https://StressReliefRadio.com; Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.---Technical information:Recording and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave. Leveled with Auphonic.Microphone: BY---Key Words:God, Jesus, the Father, Bible, peace, prayer,

In this episode you and I explore why it is so important to give thanks to God for the many blessings we receive including the gifts of life and salvation.Two Bible passages for this episode are;– 1 Thessalonians 5:18:'In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you."and,– Psalm 28:7:"The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him."---Host:Stephen Carter. Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com; Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com.---Technical information:Recorded and first edits with Twisted Wave. EQed with Audacity. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro.Microphone: Shure SM58.---Keywords:God, Jesus, Bible, Thessalonians, Psalms, prayer, Christmas, Thanksgiving,

In this episode of "Bible Verses for Better Living" you and I look at the deeper meaning of Matthew 7, Versus 24-27 and consider how this passage can help you and I build our spiritual houses to withstand the storms of life.Passage:Matthew 7, Verses 24-27, NIVThe Wise and Foolish Builders24 “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 25 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. 26 But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand.27 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash.”---Host:Stephen Carter, Founder of Stress Solutions, LLC and Stress Solutions USA. Website: https://www.StressReliefRadio.com. Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com or CarterMethod@gmail.com.---Technical information:Recorded and edited with Twisted Wave. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro.Microphone: BY + BV---Keywords:God, Jesus, Christ, Christian, Bible, prayer, Matthew, Matthew 7,

You and I explore and answer the question: How do you know God hears you?Bible Verses for This Episode:1 John 5:14: “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.”Psalm 37:7 "Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes."---Host:Stephen Carter, Founder Stress Solutions, LLC. | Website: https://www.StressReliefRadio.com | Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Recorded with Amadeus Pro. Edits with Audacity; Leveled with Levalator; Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro.Microphone: Zoom ZDM-1---Keywords:God, Jesus, Bible, New Testament, pray, prayer, blessings,

In this episode you can experience the peace, hope, and connection to God when reading and speaking Paul's words he shares in Romans 15 Verse 13:"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."We explore what this verse really means, how to use this verse to help us navigate any and every adversity, and how to incorporate it's power in our daily lives.---Host:Stephen Carter, founder of Stress Solutions, LLC. Website: https://www.StressReliefRadio.com; Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com.---Technical information:Recorded and edited with Audacity. Leveled with Auphonic.Microphone: EV RE320.---

In this episode you and I consider the question: What is the most powerful Bible passage about love?We then share a reading from 1 Corinthians 13 and consider how to incorporate this powerful passage into our day-to-day lives.---Host: Stephen Carter, founder of Stress Solutions, LLC. Website: https://www.StressReliefRadio.com.Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com.---Technical information:Recorded and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Audacity. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro.Microphone: EV RE320.---Key words:God, Jesus, Bible, New Testament, love, kind, kindness, Corinthians, pray, prayer,---

In this episode we answer the question: Can you truly be in the world but not of the world?You and I explore the wisdom and guidance in 1 John 2: 15 - 17:"Do not love the world or the things in the world. The love of the Father is not in those who love the world. For all that is in the world—the desire of the flesh, the desire of the eyes, the pride in riches—comes not from the Father but from the world. And the world and its desire are passing away, but those who do the will of God live forever."We also discuss 1 Timothy 6: 10 NIV:"For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs."---Host: Stephen Carter; founder of Stress Solutions, LLC; Website: https://www.StressReliefRadio.com.---Technical information:Recorded with Audio Hijack. Initial edits with Audacity. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro.Microphone: ST---Keywords:God, Jesus, Bible, 1 John 2, prayer, 1 Timothy 6, evil, holy, Heaven

The important question we answer in this episode is:Does following every Commandment, every Bible verse, and living an exemplary Christian life guarantee you will experience no suffering? To help answer this question we'll visit 1 Peter 5, Verse 10 and explore the Biblical guidance offered in that passage.We also look at other key messages in 1 Peter 5.In Verse 10, we're told:"And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast."How can you put this passage to work in your life? We look at this question and so much more in this episode.---Timestamps:00:00 - Episode topic;00:27 - Show and host info;00:49 - How this podcast works;01:42 - 1 Peter 5 Bible Passage;04:21 - Key messages;06:10 - Answering our opening question;07:21 - How to feel God moving within you;08:20 - Ask God in prayer how to apply this passage in your life;08:33 - Share this wisdom, contact host, listen to previous episodes, subscribe / follow.---Host:Stephen Carter. Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com. Website: https://www.StressReliefRadio.com.---Technical information:Recorded and first edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits using Audacity. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro.Microphone: Saramanic SR-HM7.---Keywords:God, Jesus, Bible, Peter, suffering, prayer, blessings,

In this episode you and I explore what we can do as Christians to help end the conflict in Ukraine and help the nearly 2 million refugees fleeing the war zone. In addition, you’ll hear a special prayer for peace that includes a plea to God to open the hearts and minds of those pursuing war to choose peace and love.—-Bible verse mentioned in this episode:Luke 22:42: “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but Thine be done.”—-“Ukraine Prayer for Peace” by Stephen Carter:Heavenly Father,My heart is heavy with worry and fear. I see the images of destruction and hear the anguish in the voices of those suffering the horrors of war in Ukraine.My mind races with questions that seemingly have no answers.God, please grant me the wisdom to trust in your Providence, to know there is a Divine plan, a plan I know not off, but a plan that will ultimately lead to outcomes of Your choosing. As Saint Francis prayed to you centuries ago,“Lord, make me an instrument of Your peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy.”Through Your Grace and Love, may those who pursue war have a change of heart and choose peace. May the suffering of those affected by the conflict be comforted.May the reality of war lead the world to embrace peace.And yet I know God Your wisdom is beyond our understanding. As Jesus prayed on the Mount of Olives as chronicled in Luke 22 Verse 42:“Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but Thine be done.”Thank you God.In Jesus’ name, Amen—-Resources mentioned in this episode:Ukrainian government site: https://war.ukraine.ua/Ukrainian government site: How you can help. Link: https://war.plusone.digital/National Public Radio list of vetted organizations helping Ukraine and refugees: https://www.npr.org/2022/02/25/1082992947/ukraine-support-help—Show and host contact information:To listen to previous episodes, visit https://www.StressReliefRadio.com/podcasts and select “Bible Verses for Better Living”.Host: Stephen Carter - Email BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com.—Technical information:Recording and first edits done using Twisted Wave. Additional edits done with Audacity. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering done with Hindenburg Pro.Microphone: Neat King Bee—Key words:God, Jesus, Bible, pray, prayer, Ukraine, peace, love, war, Russia, Putin,

In Ephesians 4:29, we’re told:“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.”How can you use this passage as a guide to living a happy, spiritual life? You and I answer that question in this episode of, “Bible Verses for Better Living”.—Host: Stephen Carter, founder of Stress Solutions, LLC and host of Stress Relief Radio:To listen to previous episodes of this podcast, go to https://www.stressreliefradio.com/podcasts/bible-verses-for-better-living.For other podcasts to tohttps://www.StressReliefRadio.com and click the “Podcasts” tab.Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com.—Technical information:Recorded and first edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits using Audacity. Final edits and rendering done with Hindenburg Professional.Microphone: Samson Q2U.—Keywords:God, Jesus, Bible, Ephesians, prayer, devil, evil, spiritual,

In this episode you discover how to feel and show love in alignment with God’s Word. Discover Biblical verses that show you why this is so important to you as a Christian.Timestamps below.Verses discussed in this episode:1 John 4:7-8“Dear friends, let’s love each other, because love is from God, and everyone who loves is born from God and knows God. The person who doesn’t love does not know God, because God is love.”Matthew 7:1“Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment you pronounce you will be judged, and with the measure you use it will be measured to you.”1 Corinthians 13:4:“Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude.”Ephesians 4:32:“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”—-Timestamps:00:00 - Episode topic;00:45 - Show and host information;01:13 - How this podcast works;02:05 - 1 John 4:7-8;02:31 - How can you and I align with this guidance;04:00 - An example of kindness in action;07:49 - Let's feel God's Word;08:55 - Put His wisdom and guidance to work in your life;09:19 - Share this episode;09:45 - How to contact host with comments or questions.---Host:Stephen Carter; success coach. https://www.EFT-MD.com.Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com.—-Technical information:Recorded with Audio Hijack. Initial edits done with Audacity. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro.Microphone: Zoom ZDM-1.—Keywords:God, Jesus, Bible, Biblical, love, kind, kindness, loving,

A Special Thanksgiving Message About Giving Thanks to GodTimestamps below.---Note: A portion of this episode was recorded and published in November 2020. This is an expanded episode with new suggestions about how to give thanks to God and why it’s so important to do so.—Make Every Day a Day of Thanksgiving to GodWhile we celebrate the holiday of Thanksgiving once a year, is it possible to make every day a day of Thanksgiving to God for the many blessings in our lives?In this episode I share three Bible Verses, all related to offering thanks to God every day. I offer commentary on how you and I can bring to life each of those Bible verses and I again share each of those verses. But with the second sharing, I invite you to really feel God’s Word, really feel His Wisdom in your body, mind, heart, and soul. After experiencing the power of each verse, I ask you to consider how you can apply these verses in your own life to bring you closer to God.The three verses for this episode are: “Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.” 1 Chronicles 16:34;“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” Colossians 4:2;“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.Timestamps:00:00 - A special Thanksgiving Message;04:59 - Intro to Make Everyday a Day of Thanksgiving to God;05:20 - Host and show info;05:45 - How the podcast works;06:43 - 3 Bible Verses for this episode;11:15 - Feel each Bible Verse;14:40 - How to share comments and / or contact host.---Host: Stephen Carter, CEO of Stress Solutions, LLC. Website: https://www.EFT-MD.com.Other podcasts:“Easy Stress Cures” available at http://MindOverStress.us.“EFT Tapping Junction” available at https://www.eft-md.com/eft-tapping-junction-podcast.html.Email contact for host: CarterMethod@gmail.com or BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.comRecording details:Originally recorded and first edit with Twisted Wave. Second edits with Audacity and rendering with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.Original episode mic: EV RE320. Appended introduction segment: Neat King Bee.Key words: God, Jesus, peace, Thanksgiving, giving thanks, Bible, stress solutions,, grace,

In this episode you and I explore the powerful message and God’s guidance about judging others and the promise of how we can ensure an abundance of blessings.Timestamps:00:00 - Episode topic;00:27 - Show and host info;00:48 - How this podcast works;01:47 - Luke 6:37-38;04:39 - Feel God's Word;06:10 - Share God's Wisdom;06:38 - Comment on this or other episodes and how to contact host;06:55 - How to subscribe / follow this podcast;---Bible verses from Luke 6:37-38.37. Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. 38. Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”—Host:Stephen Carter, CEO, Stress Solutions, LLC. Website: https://www.EFT-MD.com; Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.—Technical info:Recorded with Twisted Wave. Edits with Audacity and Amadeus Pro. Final edits and rending with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.Microphone: Samson Q2U.—Key words:God, Bible, Luke, pray, prayer, judge, judging, kind, kindness, Jesus,

In this episode we study Proverbs 3:4-6, to discover key actions to find favor with God and man according to Proverbs 3:4-6:“So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”---Timestamps:00:00 - Episode topic;00:43 - Show and host info;01:13 - How this show works;02:01 - Proverbs 3:4-6;02:26 - What God wants for you;02:49 - What God wants from you;05:37 - Feel God's Word;06:55 - Put God's Word to work in your life;07:50 - How to comment and contact host.—Host: Stephen Carter, CEO, Stress Solutions, LLC. Website: www.EFT-MD.com. Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com.—-Technical information:Recorded and initial edits done with Audacity. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering done with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.Microphone: BY using BV, Broadcast1 setting.---Key words:God, Bible, Proverbs, blessings, prayer, kindness,

In this episode you and I explore 3 Bible verses to raise feelings of wellbeing when you’re feeling down or depressed.Note: Timestamps below.Those 3 Bible verses for disempowering emotions are:Isaiah 41:10:“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”2 Corinthians 1:3-4:“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.”Philippians 4:8:“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”—Important Note: if you’re experiencing deep, prolonged depression, especially if thoughts of self harm arise, I encourage you to seek professional help. Remember, God works in ways we may not understand. That could mean a small, quiet voice within urging you to seek professional help. Trust that guidance and be open to the possibility that the therapist you choose to reach out to is exactly the person God has chosen to help you heal. Timestamps:00:00 - Episode topic;00:25 - Host and show info;00:46 - Feel God's Word;01:28 - Get help with depression;02:56 - Isaiah 41:10;04:18 - 2 Corinthians 1:3-4;06:02 - Philippians 4:8;08:03 - Repeat & feel each verse;09:47 - Consider how to apply these verses in your life;10:32 - How to comment & contact host.—Host information:Stephen Carter, CEO, Stress Solutions, LLC, Website: https://www.EFT-MD.com. Email: BibleVersesforBetterLiving@gmail.com.—Technical information:Recorded and first edits with Twisted Wave. Second edits using Audacity. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.Microphone: Shure SM58.Keywords:God, Bible, Jesus, Christ, Jesus Christ, depression, emotions, Isaiah, Corinthians, Philippians,

In Matthew 5, Verses 15-16, we're told:"Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before people, so they can see the good things you do and praise your Father who is in heaven."Key Points:- God wants us to ambassadors for righteousness while we are here on earth. Your behavior serves as an example for others.- And make no mistake, if you proclaim yourself as a Christian to friends and family members, know those who are nonbelievers or weak in their faith are watching you. If you proclaim yourself to be a Christian and fail to behave accordingly, you give comfort to those who are quick to judge, and in that judging whatever faith they may have had will be weakened.- When you live an exemplary life in accordance with God's Word, you are a light in this world, a beacon for others who look up to you as a model of Christian living. - This doesn't mean you must be perfect. But I suggest to you it does mean affirming your intention every morning to live each moment of that day in a way that is pleasing to God. In so doing, you become an ambassador for God and a model for everyone you know and have contact with. - When you act as an ambassador for God, you let your light shine before people, so they can see the good things you do and praise your Father who is in heaven."To listen to previous episodes of "Bible Verses for Better Living" visit: https://www.spreaker.com/show/bible-verses-for-better-living.---Host:Stephen Carter, CEO, Stress Solutions, LLC. Website: https://www.EFT-MD.com. Email BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com.—Technical information:Recording and first edits done with Twisted Wave. Other edits done with Audacity and then leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering done using Hindenburg Journalist Pro.Microphone: EV RE320.—Key Words:God, Jesus, Bible, Matthew 5, honor God, pray, prayer,

In this episode you discover the key message in Proverbs 28 Verse 26:"Those who trust in their own reasoning are fools, but those who walk in wisdom will be kept safe."You learn why this verse is so important today and why this verse points to the truth: a harvest of sin is a harvest of suffering.Host: Stephen Carter, CEO, Stress Solutions, LLC - https://www.EFT-MD.com.Email: BibleVersesForBetterLiving@gmail.com.Technical information:Recording and first edits done with Audacity. Final edits and rendering done with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.Microphone: King Bee.Key words: God, Jesus, Bible, God's Word, Proverbs, prayer, peace, happiness, contentment, spiritual,

In this episode you learn how to apply Jeremiah 29:11 to renew hope and trust when you're facing major life challenges.Jeremiah 29:11 - from the NIV Bible translation:“For I know the plans I have for you”, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”---Topic timestamps:00:00 - Episode topic;00:33 - Host and show info;01:05 - How the podcast works;01:52 - When hope can be hard to find;03:42 - How to apply Jeremiah 29:11;05:21 - Follow / subscribe and share this episode;05:59 - How to contact host;Host: Stephen Carter, CEO, Stress Solutions, LLC, website https://www.EFT-MD.com;Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.—Technical Information:Recorded and first edit with Audacity. Final edit and rendering with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.Leveled with Levelator.Microphone: EV RE320.—Key Words:Bible, Jeremiah, Jeremiah 29:11, God, Jesus, pray, prayer, worry, fear, trust,