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Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Meaningful Moments is a podcast of Senior Living Ministries and invites you to dive into God’s Word and embrace the life He intends for you!
Episodes
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Verses of Comfort - When You Need Perspective
In today’s episode, Michael and Joanie share the encouraging truth of God’s restoration power. Despite the reality of an aging outward self, we can rejoice…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Verses of Comfort - When You Need Peace
Today, Michael and Joanie discuss how believers can have eternal hope by yielding their lives to the power of the Holy Spirit.
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Verses of Comfort - When You Need Hope
Listen in as Michael and Joanie discuss how even though Jesus promises that we’ll experience trouble in this world, through His victory on the cross, we can…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Verses of Comfort - When You Need to Trust
In week two of our series on Verses of Comfort, Michael and Joanie talk about how worry can keep us trapped in place and rob us of joy. But God, in fact…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Verses of Comfort: When You Need Purpose in Pain
In the first episode of our 10 week series on Verses of Comfort, Michael and Joanie discuss how God walks with us during hard times and redeems those hard…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Seasoned Servants of the King
Listen to long-time missionaries, Greg and Debby Wiley, as they share about growing stronger in Christ and serving Him in your senior years. You will glean…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Confident Living With Christ
How do you face the unknowns in your life? Join Michael and Joanie in a rich discussion of how we can go forward in faith and with confidence in our Lord Jesus…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Preparing To Die
Listen to insightful and practical teaching by Pastor Jerry Johnson on a topic that affects ALL of us--preparing to die. *Note this website referenced by…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
It's the Good Life
How would you describe "the good life?" The world's description is very much at odds with how a follower of Jesus would define it. Come and learn the…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Going Hard After God
Here's a question for you...What is your top priority in life? There can be many answers to this question--your family, friends, career, health, etc. And all…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
The Invigorating Lifestyle of Serving Christ with Jim Gustafson
The Bible says in Psalm 92:14, "The righteous will still bear fruit in old age. They will stay fresh and green." Join Michael and Joanie as their guest Jim…
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Depending on God's Faithfulness with Jim Walton
Romans 8:28 and the fact that God works all things out for good is a favorite verse for many. But often, it doesn’t play itself out in one neat uninterrupted…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Ways to Grow After Retirement with Anne Walton
Retirement is a big issue for many. Join Michael and Joanie as they hear from Anne Walton, a recently retired senior who is using this new chapter in her life…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Dealing with Life’s Challenges with Jerry Johnson
Join Michael and Joanie as they talk with long-time friend and mentor, Pastor Jerry Johnson. Jerry teaches from God's Word and his experience: What is God's…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Staying Strong in Christ with Dr. Stan Topple
Join Michael and Joanie as they talk once again with retired medical missionary, Dr. Stan Topple. Dr. Stan, now in his 90's, shares an inspiring lifestyle of…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Advent: Good Tidings of Great Joy
In the final episode of our Advent series, Michael and Joanie look at how Christ’s arrival brought us the ultimate message of peace and love. This message…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Advent: The Joy of the Lord
In the 3rd episode of our special Advent series Michael and Joanie discuss the joy that Christ’s birth brought to our weary world and how we ought to live in…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Advent: Faith Realized
In week two of our Advent Series, Michael and Joanie talk about how Jesus represents the physical manifestation of our faith and how that faith is what…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Advent: Prophecies Fulfilled
With Christmas just around the corner, join us as Michael and Joanie look at four unique aspects of the Advent season. First up, we take a look at how Jesus…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Jesus Messiah
You won’t want to miss this opportunity to meet Greg and Debby Wiley! Hear how Debby embraced Jesus as her Messiah as a 16-year-old Jewish girl. Later on…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Peace in the Valley
In the midst of a painful path, our Good Shepherd is ever present. Nothing ever takes Him by surprise. Join Michael and Joanie as they reflect with Jeanne…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
The Adventure of Knowing God
Do you sense that God is involved in the day-to-day details of your life? Listen in as Michael and Joanie converse with Mark Humphreys as he shares the…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Prayer Changes Lives!
Do you believe in prayer? Tune in as our friend and prayer warrior Karen Suttle shares the power of prayer and the differences prayer made and is making in her…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
A Legacy That Matters with Dusty Olson
Listen in as Dusty Olson, grandson of Senior Living founders Warren and Virginia Olson, talks about the huge impact for Christ that seniors can make on future…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Walking With God with Carole Mangum
Carole Mangum joins the podcast to discuss her long journey with the Lord and how God has used her life's experiences to shape her walk with Jesus. It is a…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
The Future is Bright
When you think about the future, do you think about it with dread or with excitement? How we think about the future greatly affects how we live life today…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Facing Death Without Fear
How do you view death? Do you trust Christ not only with your life, but with your death? Listen as Michael and Joanie have an encouraging conversation that…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Resurrection Power
What will our bodies look like in heaven? Jesus said, “I AM the Resurrection and the Life. He who believes in Me will live, even though he dies; and whoever…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Make Heaven Your Destiny
What is the most important question you would ask God if you could ask Him only one question? Join Michael and Joanie as they discuss that question as well as…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Heaven - Don’t Miss It For The World!
How often do you think about Heaven? On today’s episode, Michael and Joanie explore the idea of “setting your mind on things above” and getting a proper…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
The Hope and Truth of Heaven
Join Michael and Joanie Risley as they discuss the truth about Heaven and why believers can have great hope for their eternal days. Learn the biblical truths…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
How to Approach the End of Life with Darchelle Schafer
On today’s episode, Michael and Joanie sit down with Darchelle Schafer. She’s a special friend and prayer warrior whose life is a beautiful example of faith…
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Pushing Away Worldly Satisfaction with the Wahba’s
On this week’s episode, Michael and Joanie sit down with the Wahba’s. Wagdi and Hannah are a married couple who moved to America from Egypt and encountered God…
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Divine Appointments with Dr. Stan Topple
In the first episode of the spring series, Michael and Joanie sit down with retired medical missionary, Dr. Stan Topple. Dr. Topple has served the Lord in many…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Advent: Good Tidings of Great Joy
In the final episode of our Advent series, Michael and Joanie look at how Christ’s arrival brought us the ultimate message of peace and love. This message…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Advent: Faith Realized
In week two of our Advent Series, Michael and Joanie talk about how Jesus represents the physical manifestation of our faith and how that faith is what…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Advent: Prophecies Fulfilled
With Christmas just around the corner, join us as Michael and Joanie look at four unique aspects of the Advent season. First up, we take a look at how Jesus…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Aging Well with Dr. Trinh
Dr. Trinh is back on the podcast this week for part two! Last week, we heard of his journey to America and how he found salvation in Jesus. This week, he joins…
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Finding Christ as a Refugee with Dr. Trinh
This week join Michael and Joanie as they sit down for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Trinh. Listen in as he tells of his childhood in Vietnam, being…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Running to Jesus with Jodi Rosser
Join the Risleys as they visit with Jodi Rosser. You’ll see how running to Jesus in times of pain can deepen our faith and help others who follow after us as…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Living Life Well with Rob Lee
Join Michael and Joanie as they sit down with longtime friend Rob Lee. In this episode, they discuss the true meaning of community, finding assurance in…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
How God Calms Our Anxious Heart with Kathy Durbin
Kathy Durbin joins the Meaningful Moments Podcast to discuss faith, friendship with Senior Living Ministries, and her journey through cancer and how she…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Thriving in the Fourth Quarter with Dr. Kent Tucker
Listen in as Joanie and Michael talk with their friend Dr. Kent Tucker. As a pastor of over forty years and someone who has a heart to spread the gospel, he…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Reaching Others for Christ with John Brownlee
John Brownlee is joining Michael and Joanie on the Meaningful Moments podcast this week! Listen in as John shares his own journey with Christ, what it’s like…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
New Life in Christ with Tom Gergley
Join Michael and Joanie as they sit down with Tom Gergley. Tom shares how God stripped away idol after idol in his life so that he could live in perfect…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Coming Back to Christ with Steven Ajamian
This week Michael and Joanie sit down with Steve Ajamian, a Senior Living Ministries board member! Listen in as they reminisce on a 45-year friendship and a…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
The History of Senior Living Ministries with Judi Dunham
This week Michael and Joanie are joined by Judi Dunham, the daughter of Senior Living Ministries founders Warren and Virginia Olson! Listen in as they discuss…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Walking With God with Carole Mangum
Carole Mangum joins the podcast to discuss her long journey with the Lord and how God has used her life's experiences to shape her walk with Jesus. It is a…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
Facing Hardship by Turning to Jesus with Susi Poole
Susi Poole, teacher and board member, joins the podcast to share her powerful story of facing hardship and trusting that God's grace is sufficient. It is a…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
The Transforming Power of Christ
Meaningful Moments back with an all-new season! For the next several weeks Michael and Joanie will be sitting down with various guests to hear their stories of…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
4. Advent: Good Tidings of Great Joy
In the final episode of our Advent series, Michael and Joanie look at how Christ’s arrival brought us the ultimate message of peace and love. This message…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
3. Advent: The Joy of the Lord
In the 3rd episode of our special Advent series Michael and Joanie discuss the joy that Christ’s birth brought to our weary world and how we ought to live in…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
2. Advent: Faith Realized
In week two of our Advent Series, Michael and Joanie talk about how Jesus represents the physical manifestation of our faith and how that faith is what…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
1. Advent: Prophecy Fulfilled
With Christmas just around the corner, join us as Michael and Joanie look at four unique aspects of the Advent season. First up, we take a look at how Jesus…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
[Encore] Finding Your Purpose
In this encore episode, Michael shares why knowing your purpose is so important, and what the true purpose of all believers in Christ really is.
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
[Encore] God Comforts Us in Our Troubles
In this encore of our second season premiere, Michael and Joanie discuss how God walks with us during hard times and redeems those hard times in order that we…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
[Encore] Hope in Lonliness
Listen to this special encore episode as Michael and Joanie share about some practical guidance to help you battle feelings of loneliness.
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
[Encore] God's Pain Relievers
In this week's encore episode, Michael and Joanie address a topic many seniors know all too well: grief and loneliness. Listen and be encouraged by God’s…
- Meaningful Moments with Senior Living Ministries
[Encore] Why Don't We Pray?
Listen in to this special encore episode as Michael and Joanie share the top six reasons Christians neglect prayer, and some advice for adding excitement to…