The world can seem chaotic right now, but that should come as no surprise. Scripture tells us that troubling times are part of life on earth, and Jesus promises to be with us no matter what happens.
In today's episode of MercyTalk, Erin and Melody discuss some of the reasons it's easy to feel off balance right now, historical events that illustrate challenges we've made it through in the past, and practical ways we can pursue peace even in chaotic times.
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The words we use to talk about suicide are shifting. In recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, host Erin Gentry is joined by Mercy’s Assistant Counseling Director, Leslie Lamb, a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. Together, they explore how language around suicide has evolved, why those changes matter, and how our words can either open the door to healing or reinforce stigma.
Leslie shares insights from her professional experience and personal journey, offering clarity and compassion on a topic that is often difficult to discuss. This episode is a call to create space for people, listen well, and choose our words wisely.
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This question is deeply personal, often emotional, and one that many of us wrestle with at different points in our journey. The question is, what is God's will for my life? In this episode of MercyTalk, host Erin Gentry is joined by Mercy Multiplied’s Founder and President, Nancy Alcorn, and Executive Pastor, Heidi Stevens, for a heartfelt and practical conversation about understanding God’s will and why it’s inseparable from His love.
You’ll also hear why we don’t need to be afraid to come to Him with our questions, and encouragement to anchor your beliefs in Scripture rather than personal experience or cultural trends alone.
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Want to understand more about God's love? Check out our episode 408 | Does God Still Love Me?
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When life feels heavy, when mistakes pile up, or when things just don’t go the way we hope, a question may echo quietly in our minds: Am I still loved? In this episode of MercyTalk, host Melody Morris is joined by Mercy Multiplied Founder and President Nancy Alcorn, who shares wisdom from Scripture about the unconditional nature of God's love.
You'll also hear personal stories and powerful illustrations of how God's love transformed Nancy's life, and the lives of young women in Mercy's Residential Program. We hope you will be encouraged and inspired as you listen.
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What’s next for MercyTalk? A new season, new voices, and the same powerful mission. In this special episode, longtime host Melanie Wise reflects on a decade of podcasting, shares heartfelt encouragement, and passes the mic to the new team stepping in to carry the vision forward. You’ll hear from Mercy’s Founder and President, Nancy Alcorn, as well as the new hosts, Erin and Melody, who share their passion for equipping others with biblical principles for lasting healing and growth.
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What if setting boundaries isn’t selfish—but sacred? Melody and Erin dive into the surprising truth about boundaries: they’re not about keeping people out, but about showing up in healthier, more sustainable ways. Through Scripture, personal stories, and practical wisdom, they explore how boundaries can actually make us better at loving and helping others.
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In this episode of MercyTalk, we share a powerful teaching by Mercy UK CEO, Arianna Walker. Arianna shares about transitions and how to navigate change in a healthy, faithful way.
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Life challenges can lead to opportunities for ministry that is fulfilling and far-reaching, as today's MercyStory illustrates. In this interview with Keys to Freedom leader Colleen Friesen, you will hear about how a mother and her daughter discovered the Keys to Freedom discipleship study, and why that made a profound difference in their lives and then impacted other people in their communities and around the world.
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A very personal conversation about the unique nature of the freedom found only in Christ. Join our host Melanie Wise and her guest, Melody Morris as they bring light and depth to this sometimes elusive question.
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· A practical breakdown of Mercy’s tree analogy.
· Thoughts on how God reveals the source of our struggles, and why that leads to transformation.
· Personal stories illustrating how we can become more comfortable listening to and hearing from God.
· Encouragement for going through the process of finding freedom from past hurts.
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In honor of Mental Health Month, explore how to support others through pain—emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Erin Gentry and licensed counselor Leslie Lamb discuss the role of prayer, how to honor immediate needs before jumping to solutions, and what it means to trust God when healing doesn’t come as expected.
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On this "MercyStory" episode of MercyTalk, you will be hearing the story of Wilson & Tallie, who participated in Mercy’s Center for Wellness and Counseling. We hope you’re encouraged by their story and how God has powerfully moved in their life!
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In this episode of the Mercy Talk podcast, as we continue the theme of reconnecting with God, inspired by key insights from Carlos Whitaker’s book Reconnected, we revisit one of our earlier episodes that centers on the importance of building intimacy with God, particularly focusing on practical steps that can lead to a deeper relationship with Him.
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In this episode of MercyTalk, we dive into Reconnected, a book by Carlos Whittaker. We review the book concepts as Carlos shares his journey through a 7-week experiment, living among Benedictine monks in California and an Amish community in Ohio. Along the way, he rediscovered what it truly means to connect—with people, with God, and with the life we were created to live.
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· What it might look like to live at the pace of Jesus
· How to reengage with wonder
· The gift of solitude—and what we miss when we avoid it
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• Reconnected by Carlos Whittaker
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