Light In Your Corner

Monica & Lauren
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Join Lauren and Monica as they discuss how to live in and bless our surrounding culture while carrying the LIGHT that cannot be overcome. We are two women joining Jesus in our neighborhood while navigating family, friendships, work, creativity, and chronic health issues.  We don't always do things right the first time, and we have a borderline-unhealthy relationship with British mystery novels, but with God we can find the humor and the heart behind most things. Light in Your Corner is our first podcast.  

  1. 5D AGO

    (87) Send Me: Loving the World Outside Your Door

    Send Me: Loving the World Outside Your Door Hi, friends! Today we are taking our conversation one ring wider–talking about the relationships believers have with the world outside their families and churches. We talk about how relationships inside the home impact interactions in the world, and how the church in general is called to look outward and notice where it can serve those who do not yet know the love of Jesus. So where has God put you? What relationships has God given you? You have a vocation, a unique role and responsibility that loves and serves your neighbor because God wants to love and serve your neighbor through you. Sometimes that looks like mercy, cooking, a coffee date, a ride to the store, or even just a moment to sit and listen. Other times that means confronting a sin or walking through a heartbreaking trial. In all circumstances, God has called us to join Him as He ministers to people through us. When it is easy, He is there. When it is hard, He is there. It can be overwhelming, but we who are in Christ never have to fear being left to our own devices. His invitation to participate in the world is an invitation to experience just a taste of the immense love He has for all mankind. It is His gift to us.  ALSO: –When and ways to pray –Monica doesn’t let Bonhoeffer boss her around –Treating people without flippancy –What vocation really means –The benefits of friction –Keeping politics in its proper place –Notice, Ask, Act References: –John 9:1-12 –Ephesians 6:10-13 –2 Corinthians 5:16-21 –“Life Together” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer –“A Simple Way to Pray” by Martin Luther –Blurry Creatures podcast –Live Free Podcast  –“Tactics” by Greg Koukl –Mere Christians podcast –”The Weight of Glory” by C.S. Lewis #HolySpirit #evangelism #vocation #prayer #Jesus #GodtheFather

    1h 17m

  2. MAR 6

    (86) An Exercise in Being the Church

    An Exercise in Being the Church (*Sorry everyone for the new puppy (Rosie) interruptions and chewing noises I couldn't edit out.*) When you hear the word “church” what comes to mind? A building? A room? A person? A job? An activity? A childhood memory? A feeling? When the Bible mentions church, it uses the image of a bride made holy, and wholly enjoyed by the bridegroom. Or a body where each member is cared for, loved, and free to serve its fellow members.  It is a community where sorrows, frustrations and joys are shared. Where needs are met and forgiveness is extended. It is not solely committed to the comforts of its parishioners, but it is a training ground for our daily walks with God in a world that can wear us down.  It’s a hospital, a war room, a kitchen table and so much more.  Church is a blessing to the world and itself, and it even blesses God. We stand as ambassadors of Christ, pushing back darkness and carrying God’s light into dark places.  So what does that look like in your corner of the world? And why do so many local churches settle for less?  So glad you asked. We will be talking about that today! ALSO: —Decent reads for road trips —Praying in your favorite place (even if it’s only in your mind) —Personal Trainers v. Physical Therapists —What to look for in a church —How football games look a lot like churches —When the answer to your prayer is “Soon” References: —Ephesians 4 and 5 —“The Correspondent” by Virginia Evans  —“The Inheritance Games” by Jennifer Lynn Barnes —“My Husband’s Wife” by Alice Feeney —The Ramsey Show  —John Mark Comer Teachings podcast —Blurry Creatures podcast  —“The Vision of Ephesians” by N.T. Wright —Lesson 28: Growing into a Mature Church (Ephesians 4:11-13) | Bible.org

    1h 23m

  3. FEB 26

    (85) No Place Like Home: Crafting and Cultivating a Space Centered on Jesus

    No Place Like Home: Crafting and Cultivating a Space Centered on Jesus What makes a house a home? What makes a home “Christian”? What are its markers? Is it the Bible verses on the walls? The mom in the kitchen? The dad in the garage? The kids playing outside? Is it their choice of education? Or policy on screen time? Or household budget, diet, or weekly schedule? Or is it more? The world wants us to label ourselves and others, to define our Christian home by some arbitrary, man-made criteria instead of the posture of the hearts within its walls. But we don’t want a world-driven home. We want a Christ-centered home.  So what is a Christian home? Well that’s what we are discussing today.  ALSO: —Being a woman in the 1500’s —When to submit and when to step in —Homes that look like heaven —How does Jesus want me to treat this person? —Three specific ways to nurture and protect your family  References: —“I Like Me” documentary about John Candy —“Last One Laughing” TV show —Ephesians 5:22-31 —Matthew 19:10-12 —“Crowded Table” by The Highwomen —“Home Alone” —“I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist” podcast by @drfrankturek —Kirk Cameron podcast @kirkcameronshow on “Dangerous Questions”

    1h 9m

  4. FEB 6

    (84) It All Starts Here

    It All Starts Here Hi, friends! We are in our second week of looking at relationships in the Bible as well as our everyday lives, mining for truths in order to make some sense of how this is all supposed to work.  Last week we found the starting line—the Garden of Eden. And when the starting gun went off, there was a trip and a fall, and the whole world toppled into sin.  But God gave us a new starting line. While we were sick with sin, enemies hostile to God, He made a way for us to be right with Him again. He gave us Jesus. And now we stand in a waterfall of grace.  That’s our new starting line. In every relationship we are standing in grace, drenched in grace, and breathing grace in and out. So today we are going to sit in that truth a bit and let it wash over us, and we are so glad you decided to join us! ALSO: —Why we rejoice in suffering —All the little gardens where heaven and earth collide —Jesus alone makes us good with God —Honoring God’s boundaries —Lauren and Monica reveal their points of pride —Going to the Word because lies sneak in References: —Romans 5-6:2 —Ephesians 4:26-27; 5:22 —“Life Together” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer  —“Beloved” by Francis Chan —“Come Home” by Caroline Saunders —Blurry Creatures podcast episode 389: Where Heaven Meets Earth with N. T. Wright —“The Vision of Ephesians” by N. T. Wright

    1h 9m

  5. JAN 23

    (83) Not Your Average Separation Anxiety

    Not Your Average Separation Anxiety  Why do relationships take so much work? We are tempted to believe that relationship work is a result of sin, but what if God always intended for us to work on relationships just like He always intended for us to work in the Garden? What if the real question isn’t “why do relationships take work,” but “Why is relationship work so hard and painful?” Why can’t I manage to treat people the way I want to be treated, and vice versa? Why is loving God with my whole heart and loving my neighbor as myself a complete impossibility on my own, no matter how much I want it? Well, the quick answer is “sin,” but we are diving deeper into what that means in our discussion today. We are walking through Genesis 1-3 and marveling at the miracle of life. Then we will witness the moment when all confidence in God disintegrated with a single bite.  We were made for relationship—with God, with each other, and with the world around us. But for now, let’s stick with the relationship that literally started it all. Thanks for joining us.  ALSO:  Reading Martin LutherTalking about being nakedGoing to bed angrySanctification in communityHard people remind us we are hard peopleBlaming God and running away References:  Martin Luther’s commentary on Genesis Volume 1Genesis 1-3Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.orgTed Dekker Circle SeriesMalcolm in the Middle

    1h 3m

  6. 12/23/2025

    (82) He's here!!!

    He’s Here!!!   Our everyday choices may seem simple and logical. “Of course I would say that.” “Of course I would go there.” “Of course I would help them.” But the truth is, most of these choices are highly dependent on what we believe in our hearts: what we believe about God, what we believe about ourselves, and what we believe about how God feels about us.  So when we meet the Samaritan woman in John, chapter 4 and she is going to the well in the middle of the day and acting defensively toward Jesus, we know there is more going on below the surface.  And Jesus goes there. He jumps into the deep end, confronting the lies and pain that have led to choices that have separated her from others. He calls out the shame that has been her companion, and He offers Himself instead. He reveals that He is the Messiah that everyone has been waiting for—that she has been waiting for.  Jesus still does this. He dives in and meets us in our shame. He finds us in the places where we search for sustenance. He shifts our perspective and reveals the truth about how God feels about us. For God so loved YOU that He gave His one and only Son.  As we approach Christmas and the New Year and the aftermath of it all, let us drink deeply from the living water Jesus offers and remember that the True Light in our corner is here.  ALSO:  -Jesus is the point -Don’t be married to the results -Freedom in confession -Steak for Christmas  -The purpose of stars -Being a well for the living water References: John 4 Ephesians 4 Genesis 1:14-15 “Garden in Manhattan” by Josiah Queen Downton Abbey “Life Together” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer Prattville’s Artesian Well: https://fromthealdergrove.com/2023/07/16/artesian-well-potd/ #lightinyourcorner #livingwater #Jesus #HolySpirit #freedom #Gospel

    57 min

  7. 12/12/2025

    (81) Everything We Need

    Everything We Need  Every self-help guru, every modern-day motivational speaker will tell you something similar, even if the packaging looks a little different. All of them will say this: “I have figured it out. Want a better job? Better position? Better relationships? Better finances? Let me share what I have learned and all you have to do is follow the way.” It’s not a new message. There are a lot of Christian leaders out there who say the same thing and there is nothing inherently bad about it.  The trouble comes when we start to strip Jesus down into simply another key point that will make our life here better. We might not be expecting him to show up at our cookout and miraculously feed us and 5,000 of our closest friends, but we can be easily tempted to love Jesus for what He gives instead of who He is.  Thankfully, He refuses to accept that. So instead of “this is the way,” He says “I am the way.” Instead of “Eat this, not that,” He says, “I am the living bread that came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever. And the bread that I will give for the life of the world is my flesh.” Today we are going to dive into some hard but life-giving words from Jesus, who loves us so much that He refuses to be anything less than our Savior. He really is all we need, every day.  ALSO: -Who’s on your zombie apocalypse team? -Little Worship Factories -God can make it make sense -When your community reminds you that you’re not enough, but Jesus is -Your genealogy can’t do it for you -Simon Peter coming in clutch with his confession References: -John 6:22-71 -Blurry Creatures -John Mark Comer Podcast: “Stay Together to Grow/Community Ep. 4” -“Life Together” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

    56 min

  8. 11/21/2025

    (80) In the Pasture with Jesus

    In the Pasture with Jesus Hi, everyone! As we approach Thanksgiving Day, we first of all want to say THANK YOU for being so awesome. We are incredibly thankful that we get to spend time recording together, but even more than that, we are thankful that you spend your time listening to and encouraging us. We truly thank God for you all.  This episode we are looking at Jesus’s words in John 10 when He calls Himself “the gate” and then “The Good Shepherd”. Like most things Jesus said, this can look very simple on the outside, but there are more layers to it.  Maybe you are super familiar with Jesus as the Good Shepherd and have heard it preached on a hundred times. Or maybe you are less familiar with it and haven’t given it much thought.  Either way, it does us good to spend time contemplating our position as sheep cared for by the ultimate good shepherd.  So rest with us a while as we talk about life in the pasture with Jesus.  ALSO:  —Maybe someone told me that? —Faithful regurgitation of ideas —Jesus lived with (and smelled like) His sheep —Shepherds v. Hired Hands —Where is this pasture? —Everyone isn’t for everyone —We live in a pasture, but also Egypt References: —Podcast: John Mark Comer Teachings: Sabbath as Resistance | Garden City E6, Oct 30, 2025 —John 10 —Ezekiel 34 —Unknown Number: The High School Catfish Documentary

    56 min
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Join Lauren and Monica as they discuss how to live in and bless our surrounding culture while carrying the LIGHT that cannot be overcome. We are two women joining Jesus in our neighborhood while navigating family, friendships, work, creativity, and chronic health issues.  We don't always do things right the first time, and we have a borderline-unhealthy relationship with British mystery novels, but with God we can find the humor and the heart behind most things. Light in Your Corner is our first podcast.  

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  • Creator
    Monica & Lauren
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    90
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    © 2026 Light In Your Corner
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