Most of our days are lived in the in-between; ordinary hours filled with small griefs, flickers of joy, quiet disappointments, and unexpected beauty.
In this heartfelt conversation, Barb sits down with bestselling author Shannan Martin to talk about her newest book, Counterweights, and how to stay hopeful in a world that often feels heavy. With humor and honesty, Shannan shares the life-changing practice of “counterweights” — learning to hold both the good and the hard at the same time. Together, they explore how to navigate what’s outside our control, notice the ordinary delights hiding in plain sight, and experience life as deeply good, even when it’s tough.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or weary, this episode is a gentle invitation to remain upright, hopeful, and fully alive right where you are.
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Counterweights: An Essential Practice for Holding Hope in a Heavy World
ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST
Shannan Martin is the bestselling author of several books, including Start with Hello, The Ministry of Ordinary Places, and the popular Substack The Soup. She is a wannabe gardener, a news geek, a fighter for justice, and a thrift store stalker. She and her family live as grateful neighbors in Goshen, Indiana, where Shannan is on staff at the local community kitchen.
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Pray Like This Bible Study by Barb Roose
As a Christian, you know you’re supposed to pray. But do you ever find yourself wrestling with any of these questions related to prayer?
Do I have to pray the right way for God to answer my prayer?
Do I have to pray the right way for God to answer my prayer?
Am I still praying if I read pre-written prayers?
If you’ve pondered these questions or others about prayer, my Pray Like Bible Study is for you.
Even if you’re a prayer warrior, Pray Like This sharpens your prayer focus and is a great resource for you to teach others about prayer.There’s a reason why Jesus was passionate about prayer and I want to show you how!
