Brain Development: Why It Matters Podcast Episode
Brain development can be understood as a process of four maturing stages: survival, emotional, attachment and cognitive. These stages hold a key to understanding both poor and healthy thought processes. In this episode of Breaking Bread, Dr. Kirby Reutter steps us through brain development, how trauma impacts it and how
How Smartphones Affect Family Relationships
Most of us know the scene. A phone lights up on the kitchen counter. Someone glances down, answers quickly, and the moment passes. Then it happens again a few minutes later. Smartphones have made family life easier in obvious ways, and most families are grateful for that. But tools never stop
Autism Spectrum in Marriage Podcast Episode
When a spouse is on the autistic spectrum, marriages can experience unique challenges. Communication and understanding will likely be impacted. In this episode of Breaking Bread, Kaleb Beyer speaks to these unique challenges and provides a roadmap to flourishing.
Doubt in Decision Making Podcast Episode
What if I choose the wrong option? What if a better option comes a long? These are a few of the questions that plague decision makers. In this episode of Breaking Bread, Kathy Knochel and Ted Witzig Jr. discuss the angst that can accompany decision making. While we desire to
A Christian Perspective on Tragedy and Suffering
A Christian perspective on tragedy and suffering is the story of a good God creating a good world that has been corrupted by rebellion. Humans were created to represent God and live out his goodness but instead rebelled, bringing corruption. Humans now live with the results of this corruption and in the hope of God’s promise to restore
Advent: Thy Kingdom Come
In ancient times, Jewish teachers traditionally had prayers unique to their school. The prayer encapsulated the world view of the rabbi. It unified the pupils and gave them identity. It was an extension of the teacher; in fact, the prayer itself taught the disciples what was important and what they