You Are Not Alone With Debbie & Greg Gold

Debbie and Greg Gold

As a mother and son team, Debbie and Greg come together to talk about the realities and struggles we all face in today’s world. They cover a wide array of topics from mental well being to current events to teachings that will lead you to a relationship with Jesus Christ. As Christians, they know there is one thing that brings peace, hope, and encouragement to anything life throws our way, and that is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. You don't know what you don't know, so come along on the ride. Your life and heart will be changed forever!

  1. Aug 24

    God Wants Something Better for You: Gossip Poisons Trust

    Send us Fan Mail We get honest about why gossip feels so normal in everyday life and why it still wrecks trust, peace, and relationships. We share a biblical lens on careless words, plus practical ways to avoid the gossip trap and stop it in the moment.  • why gossip feels “normalized” and why it becomes a pet peeve fast  • how gossip creates betrayal and makes people feel unsafe  • the way rumors snowball through hearsay, slander, and missing context  • Matthew 12:36 and Ephesians 4:29 as a gut-check for our words  • questions to ask before speaking, including “Is it my story to tell?”  • when talking about someone is not gossip, especially with permission and clear boundaries  • simple ways to interrupt gossip without escalating conflict  • a one-week challenge to notice gossip patterns and catch ourselves  We’ve got a call to action, is just take the week and think about you know, how many in the situations that you’re in during the week, how many times have people gossiped? You know, and then do you ever catch yourself doing it on accident too?  Please visit our website at Debbie and Greggold.com. Please subscribe.  From there you can go and like us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram.  Go on our website and in the contest uh contact us sections. We want to know um that you’re in your faith walk and how we might be able to help you.  But yeah, just please share our work with your people.  Support the show

  2. Jan 15

    From Broken to Beautiful: The Promises of a Personal Relationship with Jesus Christ

    Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? In this heartfelt conversation, mother-son duo Debbie and Greg Gold strip away religious complexity to reveal the beautiful simplicity at Christianity's core. Many people believe their past mistakes disqualify them from God's love, but as Debbie and Greg explain, this couldn't be further from the truth. The foundation of Christian faith isn't about earning your way to heaven through good deeds or religious rituals—it's about accepting a free gift of forgiveness that transforms your entire life. The contrast between life with and without Jesus becomes strikingly clear when Debbie shares her powerful testimony. She describes her former self as anxious, self-centered, and unable to form deep connections before finding faith. "I didn't trust anybody, not even myself," she reveals, in a description that amazes even her son, who sees now a completely different person in his mother. Greg adds his own perspective as someone baptized at age 12, emphasizing how important it was to make that decision at an age where he fully understood its significance. Together, they lead listeners through a simple salvation prayer for those ready to begin their own relationship with Christ. Ready to experience this transformative relationship for yourself? Visit debbieandgreggold.com to download Debbie's Bible study "Crossing Over" and begin your journey toward a personal connection with Jesus that will change your heart, your mindset, and your life in ways you never imagined possible. Support the show

  3. 10/23/2025

    God Uses All Things for the Good

    Send us Fan Mail What if the struggle you’re facing is the very soil where your next season of growth will take root? We take a hard look at pain, delay, and unanswered questions through the promise of Romans 8:28, then get practical about reframing setbacks as invitations rather than interruptions. Along the way, we share a personal family story that moved from heartbreak to renewal and reveal the simple disciplines—praise, trust, daily prayer—that shift a soul from surviving to grounded and hopeful. We start by naming how easy it is to believe that life should be smooth and predictable, and how quickly worry takes the wheel when it isn’t. Then we offer a three-step framework to navigate the unknown: welcome struggles like a wise friend you’re learning from, expect God to work even when the timeline is hidden, and practice trust by releasing outcomes you cannot control. That posture doesn’t minimize pain; it opens your heart to the good that often arrives quietly and later than expected. Praise becomes a practical tool here, shrinking problems from mountains to molehills by lifting our eyes from the seen to the unseen. You’ll also hear a candid look at a family wound that, over time, sparked a deeper relationship with Jesus, a hunger for Scripture, and a life of service. It’s a reminder that spiritual growth often begins at the edge of our comfort and blooms through steady, faithful steps. If you’re wrestling with a heavy season, this conversation offers a clear path: trade anxiety for presence, complaint for gratitude, and control for trust. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs hope today, and leave a review with the mindset shift you’re choosing this week. Support the show

  4. 07/16/2025

    Building Meaningful Connections: The Power of Small Groups and Service

    Send us Fan Mail Struggling to find genuine connection in your church community? You're not the only one feeling like a puzzle piece that doesn't quite fit. This heartfelt episode unpacks the transformative power of small groups and service opportunities that can turn Sunday strangers into spiritual family. Debbie and Greg share candid insights about overcoming the initial awkwardness of joining a Bible study or small group. "It takes courage, faith, and trust," Debbie admits, while Greg recalls his own hesitation before discovering the authentic relationships that developed over time. They thoughtfully distinguish between Bible studies (more structured, education-focused) and small groups (conversation-driven, relationship-centered), helping you determine which might better suit your personality and spiritual needs. From mountain biking crews to moms' tennis gatherings, couples' game nights to coffee meetups, the hosts showcase the creative ways churches are building community beyond traditional formats. Their enthusiasm is contagious as they describe how these spaces create safe environments where members can "share joys and struggles without fear of judgment." The conversation shifts to service opportunities as another pathway to meaningful connection. Drawing from Philippians 2:3-4, they illuminate how serving others—whether directing traffic in the parking lot, welcoming newcomers, or resetting rooms between services—cultivates relationships that extend far beyond Sunday mornings. As Debbie poignantly notes, "Serving is not about completing tasks; it's about building relationships where lives are transformed and hope is restored." Ready to find your place? Visit your church website, speak with leaders about available groups, or simply show up at a ministry that interests you. The community you've been longing for is waiting, and as Debbie and Greg remind us, "Jesus designed us to grow together, not alone." Subscribe to You Are Not Alone and join us in exploring how faith can transform your everyday life. Your spiritual journey matters, and we're here to walk alongside you every step of the way. Support the show

  5. 06/05/2025

    Beyond Good Intentions: Living the Fruit that Transforms Relationships

    Send us Fan Mail As summer heat rises, Debbie and Greg Gold complete their exploration of the Fruit of the Spirit with this captivating final installment focusing on faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. After sharing personal highlights—from Greg's culinary adventures to Debbie's neighborhood evangelism—they briefly recap the first six fruits before diving deep into these final three transformative qualities. Faithfulness emerges as a two-way street between God and others, demonstrated through reliability and loyalty that builds trust in every relationship. Debbie shares how her reputation for trustworthiness directly led to career opportunities, showing how this fruit creates tangible benefits in our lives. Greg reflects on how daily spiritual disciplines strengthen this fruit, ultimately pleasing God and deepening human connections. Their discussion of gentleness challenges common misconceptions, revealing it not as weakness but as profound strength manifested through compassion and emotional control. Debbie's vulnerable story about restraining herself from sending a harsh email demonstrates this fruit in action—choosing to diffuse rather than fuel conflict. Self-control completes the series as they explore how this empowering gift helps believers align with God's will rather than succumbing to worldly influences. Throughout the conversation, practical examples make these spiritual concepts accessible and applicable to everyday challenges from traffic frustrations to workplace conflicts. The hosts emphasize that cultivating these fruits isn't about perfection but consistent growth through daily spiritual practices and moment-by-moment awareness. Ready to deepen your spiritual journey? Subscribe to the You Are Not Alone podcast, share with friends, and consider supporting this growing ministry through our donation link in the show notes. What fruit of the Spirit are you focusing on developing in your life right now? Support the show

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As a mother and son team, Debbie and Greg come together to talk about the realities and struggles we all face in today’s world. They cover a wide array of topics from mental well being to current events to teachings that will lead you to a relationship with Jesus Christ. As Christians, they know there is one thing that brings peace, hope, and encouragement to anything life throws our way, and that is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. You don't know what you don't know, so come along on the ride. Your life and heart will be changed forever!