In this episode, Margaret returns from taking a month off to talk about levels of hurt, levels of anger, and forgiveness. She shares her favorite Bible verses on anger and even a poem she wrote to conclude the episode. She’d love to hear your thoughts! Email her at [email protected].

In this episode, Margaret talks about her own experience of loneliness and hunger. She also shares examples from the Bible (listed below). The listener will find courage to face the unknown without fear as they get to know God's good plans for their season of loneliness. Email Margaret at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!  Bible verses referenced in this episode: James 1:27 Exodus 16 Lamentations 3:23 Philippians 2:14 Matthew 5:6 John 4:1-26 Psalm 68:6 1 Peter 5:8

In this episode, Margaret guides her listeners through the process of difficult decision-making. She uses examples in Scripture to inspire hope in women who find themselves facing bad options and feeling discouraged. Please email her your thoughts and questions! The email address is: [email protected].  Bible verses referenced in this episode:  Exodus 2:1-10 Isaiah 54:5 Esther 4:12-16; 8:1-8 Psalm 16:11

In this episode, Margaret finishes answering the question, "How do I dream again?" by telling the story of Joseph from the Bible. The story of Joseph is found in Genesis 37, 39-48. Email her your questions at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!  Other verses referenced in this episode:  Genesis 50:20 Isaiah 64:4

In this episode, Margaret begins to answer the question, "How do I dream again?" by discussing the very necessary first step of grief. There is much courage to be gained as she helps the listener discover how to grieve with hope. 

In this episode, Margaret touches on misconceptions surrounding the topic of divorce and how she overcame feelings of guilt and shame. Please email her at [email protected] so she can address your question on an upcoming episode!  Bible verses referenced in this episode: 1 John 2:9-11 Matthew 6:12; 18:15-18; 19:1-9  Malachi 2:16  Ephesians 4:32 Colossians 3:13 

In her second episode, Margaret addresses feeling forgotten by God. She shares her own stories of God helping her overcome loneliness and discouragement by strengthening her faith. She'd love to hear from you! Email [email protected].  Bible verses referenced in this episode: Genesis 15:6 Isaiah 43:19 and 55:11  Hebrews 11:1 and 6  Romans 4:22  2 Corinthians 4:16-18    

On the first episode of Open Arms Podcast, Margaret identifies her audience and highlights the topics she will be covering each week. Please email your questions and suggestions to openarmspodcast.com. She'd love to hear from you and will share your thoughts on an upcoming episode!  Listen to JJ Heller sing "I Believe in You" to be encouraged this week:  https://open.spotify.com/track/3FRARAKLpHw3er9ZaTwaHO?si=ZmBOzIH2TRyUKpUnhBiDiA&dl_branch=1