by Shannon Popkin | Nov 29, 2023 | Faith, God, Hardship, Pain, Podcast 5, Rescue, Suffering
Why, God? Why haven’t you shown up for me? If you love me, God, how could you let this happen to me? Have you ever asked questions like these? In today’s episode on the Live Like It’s True podcast, we’re going to invite you to bring your...
by Shannon Popkin | Nov 15, 2023 | Faith, Miracles, Podcast 5
“What do you want me to do for you?” When Jesus asked this question, first of his two disciples, and then of a blind beggar named Bartimaeus, their responses revealed their hearts. How would you answer? What might this reveal? Will you follow Jesus if you...
by Shannon Popkin | Nov 1, 2023 | Anxiety, Control Girl, Enemy, Faith, Fear, God, Podcast 5, Rescue
A crying baby. A crocodile infested river. An evil king. And a woman of faith. The story of Moses in the basket (or ark) is full of tension, suspense, and an amazing outcome. Though God’s name is not mentioned, His sovereignty is seen in every detail—including...
by Shannon Popkin | Oct 18, 2023 | Podcast 5
How should we respond to wicked betrayal? In this episode of the Live Like It’s True podcast, we’re considering the part of Joseph’s story, when—20 years after his brothers betray him with such coldhearted dismissiveness, the tables turn and Joseph...
by Shannon Popkin | Oct 4, 2023 | Faith, God, Gospel, Podcast 5, Rescue, Salvation, Sin, Witness
Suppose you’re traveling and you know there are thieves up ahead. You also know you’ve got lots of cash and valuables on your person. What should you do? This is basically the scenario we all face every day. We’re living in a dangerous world. Life...
by Shannon Popkin | Sep 27, 2023 | Anxiety, Podcast 5, Salvation, Significance
Bigger is better, says the world. But God often takes groups from large to little. Why is that? This is what Rachael Adams and I are discussing on this episode of the Live Like It’s True podcast. We’re exploring the interesting story of God thinning out...
by Shannon Popkin | Sep 20, 2023 | Bible Reading, Christian Growth, Jesus, Miracles, Podcast 5, Resurrection
What would happen if you looked for Jesus on all the pages of your Bible? Would you read it differently? Would it satisfy your hunger more? On this episode of the Live Like It’s True podcast, Kristen Wetherell and I are exploring the story of the two disciples...
by Shannon Popkin | Sep 13, 2023 | Faith, Miracles, Pain, Podcast 5, Suffering
Have you experienced chronic illness or longtime suffering? Or maybe you know someone who has experienced the isolation and hopelessness of having no where else to turn. It can feel like God has forgotten you, or his back is turned to you. But in this story,...
by Shannon Popkin | Sep 6, 2023 | Faith, God, Gospel, Podcast 5, Rescue, Salvation, Sin, Witness
Does God care how I live? If He’s even real, could He make my life better? This story of Noah has all the answers to these questions and more. It’s not an easy story to take in, but it’s an important story and—unlike the people going about their...
by Shannon Popkin | Sep 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
Have we met? If not, I’m Shannon. From the page, platform, and podcast mic, I’m inviting you to open your Bible with me and live like it’s true. I’ve just wrapped up two book projects, and I’m contemplating what to work on next. Can I get...