Everyday Good

Laura Kleinschmidt
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A podcast where we take a small slice of life and explore how the person and work of Jesus is good in the midst of it.

  1. MAR 27

    Finding Provision in Seasons of Change with Laura Michaels

    Laura Kleinschmidt visits with Laura Michaels who feels anxious about returning to a newer job after a long absence. When we experience changing circumstances, we can think “Do I have what it takes to navigate this situation?” This can lead to anxious feelings, and we can find it difficult to take even the smallest steps. In this episode we’ll discuss Finding Provision in Seasons of Change. 3:23 Fearing not having all the answers 5:12 The biggest takeaway 7:03 A different kind of provision: acceptance and approval  9:19 Engaging with God  10:45 Engaging with others in large and small communities 15:32 Taking that small step, even when we don’t know what’s next. 16:29 The one who’s in charge Referenced verses: Exodus 16, Galatians 1:10, Psalm 46:1

    19 min

  2. JAN 31

    The Chase for No Mistakes with Julie Marcotte

    Laura Kleinschmidt meets with Julie Marcotte who shares her desire to produce excellent work but is highly critical and even angry at herself when she doesn’t meet her own high standards. Join us as Julie shares her delight in a new perspective, some practical steps, and the goodness that follows. 2:15 Wanting to produce excellent work, with no allowance for error 3:53 Feeling ashamed and wanting to hide 8:05 Even on my worst day, God still values me....He's not going to be shaken because I forgot to log something on the spreadsheet. 9:30 He covers all the mistakes.  Nothing takes him by surprise.   14:10 Talking honestly with God 15:17 How to Flip the script when in a negative self-talk spiral 18:29 The goodness of the weight being lifted and resting Referenced verses: Romans 5:8, Psalm 147, Matthew 11:28 Referenced book: The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness by Tim Keller

    21 min

  3. 12/30/2025

    Anxiously Fearing the Loss of Loved Ones with Meredith Hodge

    Laura Kleinschmidt interviews Meredith Hodge about her fear of losing loved ones, even when they’re healthy. She shares her struggle with being present, as her mind races ahead to negative places. Join in to hear how Meredith is encouraged by Jesus’ control and also, his humanity and what practical steps she takes when she’s fearful. 01:49 Fearing what life will be when loved ones are gone 02:40 Struggling with being present, and the experience of anxiety 05:46 The role of control 10:10 Jesus understands my humanity; We can weep too 11:07 Talking honestly with God 12:56 Walking and gazing at creation Referenced verses: Matthew 6:25-34, John 11:25-26,35-36

    16 min

  4. 12/02/2025

    Anxiously Seeking Control in Suffering with Ann Polcik

    Laura Kleinschmidt talks with Ann Polcik about her experience with breast cancer as a single mom. Ann shares how she wanted to control the situation, as well as control the emotions and responses of those she loves. The impossibility of this led to much anxiety. Listen in to see how she was helped by recognizing that she doesn’t have to be strong enough.   01:46 Ann’s greatest fear 04:09 Wanting to control others’ emotions 06:52 The perfect antidote to Ann’s need for control 10:21 Talking honestly with God 13:10 Key to pulling Ann out of the pit 15:10 Making all things new   Referenced verses: Philippians 4:13, Revelation 21:15

    17 min

  5. 09/04/2024

    I'm Right with Dave Kleinschmidt

    Laura Kleinschmidt hosts a special guest, her husband Dave Kleinschmidt, and together they discuss their instance on being right. In this episode they share a protest of rightness with movie theater strangers and a spousal disagreement regarding the ultimate important decision: how to set the car mirrors. Will they choose the victory dance of rightness or something better?    02:14 Dave’s movie theater seat dilemma 03:31 Someone else thinks they're right, hence digging in the heels.  05:17 Laura’s side view mirror setting quandary 05:52 Are driver’s ed teachers always right? 08:22 The ultimate right, correct person. 10:09 The desire to cover and hide our wrongness. 13:54 Thankful for forgiveness when we blow it. 14:54 To Victory dance or not?  15:45 Humility, harmony and reconciliation 18:22 Honesty and depth in relationships Referenced verses: Luke 18:9-14, Proverbs 11:2

    21 min

  6. 06/28/2024

    Pursuing Productivity with Jo Kok

    Laura Kleinschmidt visits with guest Jo Kok, and together they share about their intense desire to be productive. Whether it’s pursuing regular Saturday chores or larger endeavors such as doing taxes, task completion can take an unwelcome priority in our lives. Listen in as they discuss how we sometimes link productivity to our value and a love that can free us from this. Quotes from this episode: “I may be functionally believing that my value comes from being able to do something, to contribute something or be of use to someone and that I am defined by what I do instead of who I am.” “He does not see me and love me for what I can do for him, but just because that's who he is.” “To know and believe in my deep, deep heart that who I am to God is more important than what I do, is life changing.”   02:04 - Jo’s list of good questions about lists 04:46 - Productivity Idol at the root of being “short” with family 07:49 - A “want” turned into a monster “want” 10:20 - Choosing what is better. Love that doesn’t change with me being less productive. 14:21 – Being ok with not crossing off tasks 15:27 – One’s waste is not another’s waste 19:05 – The Good - Less frustrated and more freeing. The checklist is a tool rather than a slave master. 21:00 – The goodness of others centeredness 22:50 – Being content with what Christ’s performance completed. We still work, but work doesn’t define us and dictate who we are. Referenced verses: Luke 10:38-24

    24 min

  7. 03/25/2024

    Pressing Toward Impressiveness with Justin Searles

    Join Laura Kleinschmidt as she welcomes guest, Justin Searles, for a discussion about impressing others and concealing weakness. They describe situations that involve coworkers, a library garage, and even a tornado. Listen in as they discover strength in being weak, identity in “the impressive one,” profound relief and walking a little bit lighter. “I'm trying to impress them with everything I've got: all of the skills that I've got. And I'm also trying to conceal all my inadequacies or flaws. And so that's hard to do.” “Weakness doesn't mean I'm weaselly, or I have to go around saying poor me. I'm such a loser. But no, instead it means I get my strength from someone other than myself.” “My performance is not a deal at all as to whether or not I'm loved or not. I'm loved. I'm his. So that's a relief. It's like you can just breathe and….it's not so much work!” 2:36 Trying to impress with everything I’ve got 5:04 When bright yellow paint betrays your driving skills 5:36 Attempts to conceal 7:31 Wanting others to think highly of me? Or avoid having them think too low of me? 8:22 The one who sees through our attempt at impressiveness 10:44 In weakness, I am strong 13:04 Admitting weakness and being ok with it 13:46 Sometimes our weakness helps us see God is providing 16:44 The relaxing of your soul 17:18 Weakness in a tornado? 18:30 Profound relief, walking a little lighter Referenced verses: 2 Corinthians 12:8-10, Matthew 11:28-30

    21 min

  8. 02/26/2024

    Helping or Fixing? with Katy Domsten

    Laura Kleinschmidt and her guest, Katy Domsten, talk about situations where they are trying to help friends, family or clients and they find themselves at times "tipping" into fixing instead of helping. Listen in as they discuss their love for helping others, the difficulty in discerning their own motives, what what warning signs to look for on the "fixing radar" and the freedom that comes from knowing who's in control. - "Burdens becomes inappropriately heavy because we've made it something that's not ours to carry or we put ourselves in a role that is not ours." - "I have such freedom as I remember the truths and trust Jesus with my family and friends and clients and situations that come. Just a burden lifted." - "It's beautiful and hope inspiring to work in community with others."   3:43 We can think we have the power or the control to make everything right. 4:17 Starting with good motives then "tipping" into something else. 5:29 Some roots of why we fix 6:39 Wanting to bring relief and escape in domestic abuse situations 10:21 The one that is in control of all things. 12:29 Wrestling with feeling the need to be perfect 14:09 The radar "blips" when we've tipped into an inappropriate role. 17:16 My responsibility or my concern? Which circle? 20:21 A weight that is lifted! 21:03 Where freedom is found 21:53 The beauty and goodness of seeing others help Referenced Verses: Proverbs 19:21, Isaiah 46:4, Hebrews 2:8

    23 min
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A podcast where we take a small slice of life and explore how the person and work of Jesus is good in the midst of it.

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  • Creator
    Laura Kleinschmidt
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Everyday Good