Drink from the River of Delight

Janet S. Abadir MD
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Drink from the River of Delight Podcast: Welcome to God's Healing Space in His Word. Presented by Janet Abadir, MD. Dr. Abadir practiced general surgery for 24 years before becoming a writer, speaker, and coach. Join her for insightful conversation about finding delight and healing in God. This is the podcast where your heart will be moved towards Jesus through Bible study, prayer, and inspirational stories of grace. Let your faith be energized and empowered through connection with God through His Word. janetabadir.substack.com

  1. 1d ago

    Dare To Hope Again

    Sometimes I feel numb. I don’t want to experience the pain of living in this fallen world of rejection, suffering, abuse, and scarcity. I don’t want to be overwhelmed by seeing the effects of sin, rebellion, and God’s curse on the earth from Genesis 3. I steel myself for my day with a pessimistic resignation that today will be hard. Negativity is my shield against dashed hopes. But what if God’s blessing is bigger than the curse of Genesis 3? What if abundance, love, and celebration were my experience every day instead of fear, pain, and scarcity? Just like Kintsugi pottery, we can have confidence that God’s redemption will make broken people more beautiful after being put back together by the Master. I refer to 2 Corinthians 12:9, 1 Corinthians 15:54, John 17:23, and Romans 2:4. Let’s live by the power of the Holy Spirit as people who are chosen, blessed, broken, and given to the world, just as Jesus Himself, the Bread of Life, was chosen, blessed, broken, and given to us. Ephesians 1:3–6 Spiritual Blessings in Christ [3] Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, [4] even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love [5] he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will, [6] to the praise of his glorious grace, with which he has blessed us in the Beloved. (ESV) Henri Nouwen’s book, Life of the Beloved, is available on Amazon. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com/subscribe

    Dare To Hope Again

  2. Oct 26

    Connecting To God Every Day Is Not Only Possible, But Delightful

    I love dancing. My article this week was on learning the gospel dance, and I wanted to share more about what that looks like in this podcast. We start by knowing the lyrics, then singing the song, then moving our whole being with the experience of God’s goodness. Let’s make sure we don’t just know that God is good, but that we are tasting and seeing His goodness. We can consistently connect to God through repentance and gratitude. Psalm 51 is a great start to learn about repentance. You can download a short Bible study here from my website. I have been studying the Life Model through the Center for Transformation Institute, and it really has been life-changing for me. Practicing gratitude can be as simple as five minutes of recalling a positive memory with God. Today I will show you one of my positive memories that helps me to experience the presence and power of Jesus in my life. I hope you enjoy this episode. I am excited to bring these techniques and spiritual practices to my Life Coaching practice. Just for fun, here’s the song I was listening to in my gratitude memory: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com/subscribe

  3. Oct 19

    Questions From A New Believer In Jesus

    Getting to know other people is so much fun for me, especially when they love Jesus. My good friend, Hannah, (Hannah J) was eager to share her heart with all of us, so that we would realize how amazing our salvation in Jesus Christ really is. She is a new believer with passion, curiosity, and inspiring faith. Find out more about going all-in with Jesus, receiving God’s word with meekness and the fear of the LORD, and discovering our unique roles in the body of Christ as men and women of faith. We get practical with life-changing practices you can start today. For more on the fear of the LORD, here’s my recent article: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com/subscribe

    Questions From A New Believer In Jesus

  4. Oct 12

    This Is Where You Want To Be:

    How do you know that you know Jesus? What are some signs that your faith is genuine? Listen in to today’s podcast for a short meditation on the fear of the LORD, and the meekness and humility we need to live an authentic Christian life. Isaiah 8:11–14 Fear God, Wait for the LORD [11] For the LORD spoke thus to me with his strong hand upon me, and warned me not to walk in the way of this people, saying: [12] “Do not call conspiracy all that this people calls conspiracy, and do not fear what they fear, nor be in dread. [13] But the LORD of hosts, him you shall honor as holy. Let him be your fear, and let him be your dread. [14] And he will become a sanctuary and a stone of offense and a rock of stumbling to both houses of Israel, a trap and a snare to the inhabitants of Jerusalem. (ESV) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com/subscribe

    This Is Where You Want To Be:

  5. Oct 5

    Make Your Mornings Better With The Evening Habit

    You won’t want to miss this conversation with first-time author John Fanous about his new book, The Evening Habit. John also happens to be my cousin! I know I’m biased, but his book has been a game-changer for me, and can help you too! Find out about the life-giving habits you can start so you can love your mornings again, be fully present for your family, and even more productive at work. God is so good to give us every good gift for our flourishing, and His glory. 2 Peter 1:3 [3] His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence, … (ESV) For more on the prayer of Examen, listen to this video by Bill Faris MPC. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com/subscribe

    Make Your Mornings Better With The Evening Habit

  6. Sep 21

    “It’s Your Story To Tell” Guest Appearance Part II

    One thing that I know for certain after changing careers is that God’s glory is worth living for, but man’s glory is fleeting. In Part II of my interview with Megan Babcock on her podcast, I will share about breaking generational patterns and hearing God’s voice in our darkest moments. I share a story of redemption that no human being could have ever orchestrated. I pray that we will all worship our great God today, and rest in His good plans for our lives, even when we don’t understand. He will keep every promise. 1 Peter 2:21–25 [21] For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps. [22] He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth. [23] When he was reviled, he did not revile in return; when he suffered, he did not threaten, but continued entrusting himself to him who judges justly. [24] He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed. [25] For you were straying like sheep, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls. (ESV) Be sure to look up Megan Babcock on Substack and on her website for access to her coaching programs and free resources. I’m working on more coaching training through Life Model Works and the Center for Tranformation Institute. I can’t wait to share it with my Christian-Life Coaching Clients. Let’s experience God’s transforming love together. Book a call here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com/subscribe

    “It’s Your Story To Tell” Guest Appearance Part II

  7. Sep 14

    “It’s Your Story To Tell” Guest Appearance

    I had the honor of being a guest on Megan Babcock’s podcast, It’s Your Story To Tell. Tune in for exciting parts of my life story, and God’s marvelous interventions. God has a calling on each of our lives, but He wants us to first understand our identity in Christ. God allowed massive life changes so that I would learn more about my identity, which is not dependent on earthly success, status, or productivity. I pray that you will learn from my story, in order to better understand your own story and the way God is leading you. I pray He speaks and creates great faith, hope, and love in your heart as you listen. Check out Megan Babcock on Substack, and on her website for access to her coaching services and free resources. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com/subscribe

    “It’s Your Story To Tell” Guest Appearance

  8. Sep 7

    Don’t Miss The Boat

    Ever feel like you’ve missed the boat? Maybe life seems hard, or God seems distant. Here’s how to get back on the boat with God: connect with the Holy Spirit living inside you. Find out more on the podcast this week! The Holy Spirit will make Jesus’ work for us so real that we can experience His love in awesome, new ways because we are fully forgiven and accepted in Christ. Ladies can join the cohort with Em Tyler, studying the Holy Spirit through Bible study and discussing the book, The Divine Counselor by Alex Seeley. Revive Our Hearts, headed by Nancy Demoss Wolgemuth, is a great resource for women. Monthly donors receive devotionals and books, and free access to the True Woman ‘27 conference in Indianapolis. I received my official certification with the AACC this week to be a Christian Life Coach. I specialize in mental health, attachment theory, and career changes. I would love to walk on your journey with you as we seek Jesus together through His Word and His Holy Spirit! Book a call through my website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janetabadir.substack.com/subscribe

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Drink from the River of Delight Podcast: Welcome to God's Healing Space in His Word. Presented by Janet Abadir, MD. Dr. Abadir practiced general surgery for 24 years before becoming a writer, speaker, and coach. Join her for insightful conversation about finding delight and healing in God. This is the podcast where your heart will be moved towards Jesus through Bible study, prayer, and inspirational stories of grace. Let your faith be energized and empowered through connection with God through His Word. janetabadir.substack.com

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