Episode 152

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13th Mar 2025

Day 9 of Lent: Ivette Ponce Embracing God through Prayer

Ivette Ponce is an influential part of the "Faith with Friends" community. She brings a rich spiritual perspective to the podcast series, contributing her understanding of faith and prayer. Her insights draw from personal experiences and a devotion to spiritual growth, encouraging listeners worldwide to deepen their faith journeys.

Episode Summary:

Join host Lisa in the "Faith with Friends" podcast, where faith, relationships, and spiritual growth intertwine to form a meaningful dialogue for listeners seeking to grow closer to God. In this episode, special guest Ivette Ponce shares her insightful reflections inspired by the season of Lent, marking day nine of their dedicated 40-day journey. This episode is a haven for those wanting to introspect and align their lives with spiritual wisdom from the Bible.

In a heartfelt discussion, Ivette brings to light the powerful words of Jesus from Mark 11:24, emphasizing the importance of faith and belief in prayer. She delves into the notion that nothing is too great or too small for God's attention. Through this profound biblical insight, she encourages listeners to open their hearts to divine transformation. Lisa Lorenzo and Ivette Ponce share the hope that through prayer, we can experience a shift towards positive change, aligned with Jesus’ example.

Key Takeaways:

  • Discover the power of prayer as guided by Mark 11:24, which encourages believers to trust in God's willingness to listen and answer.
  • Explore the theme of Lent as a time for inner transformation and spiritual readiness.
  • Understand the importance of approaching God with both big and small requests, acknowledging His care for all aspects of life.
  • Prayer is not just about getting answers, but about changing our hearts to reflect God's will.
  • Embrace the message of making the world a better place by following Jesus' example of love and compassion.

Notable Quotes:

  • "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." - Mark 11:24 (shared by Ivette Ponce)
  • "Include everything as you embrace this God-life and you'll get God's everything." - Ivette Ponce
  • "He cares about everything that we go through." - Ivette Ponce
  • "I think in this Lenten season, transforming our hearts through prayer is what it’s really all about." - Ivette Ponce
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Faith with Friends
Christian Podcast for Women who want spiritual growth and deepen their walk with God.
Friends with Faith is all about progress not perfection. We are a circle of friends that desire to grow in our walk with Jesus. Here, we get together to think a little more about faith & love. Whether you’re a newcomer, or a lifelong Christian, you’ll hear thought provoking & stimulating conversation about all things faith: from growing your personal relationships, to your own spiritual growth and connection with God. We are walking out and working out our faith together in community. We share each others burdens, carrying them to the cross. We celebrate each other, building each other up for the good works God has prepared. If you struggle to be faithful in prayer and reading the Bible then we believe this is the podcast that will help you apply God's Word to everyday tasks and trials. We share what works for us and encourage you as we learn and grow together. We want to learn how to love God and others better. Welcome to our circle. Thanks for listening in!

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