Who do we sing? We might normally respond with, "God commanded it." Technically, that is a correct answer, but there may be more at play here than we think. Studies on the brain have shown that the entirety of it is at work, not just when we listen to music or play it, but also when we are involved in the act of singing. God created us with the power to be emotionally invested in song. Let's take a look at how.

In this deeply personal episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily Hatfield shares candidly about spiritual discouragement, lingering grief, postpartum depression, and the sustaining power of God through life’s darkest seasons. Through Scripture, personal testimony, and encouragement for Christian community, this episode reminds listeners that while we may fall apart on our own, God faithfully holds us wholly together.

What did Jesus mean when He cried, “I thirst” from the cross? In Part 2 of this study, Dan Winkler and Robert Hatfield explore how this statement reflected not only Jesus’ physical suffering, but also the deep spiritual focus and longing that characterized His entire earthly ministry.Throughout His life, Jesus demonstrated a “thirst” for the Father’s will, for righteousness, and for the salvation of souls. From His conversations with the Samaritan woman to His determination to accomplish redemption at Calvary, Jesus consistently modeled wholehearted devotion to God’s purpose.

Kelly & Kristen conclude Season 3 by talking about how God's mercy shows up - from generation to generation, in John the Baptizer's life purpose, as a pattern for us to follow, as a refusal to let us try earning our own salvation, and in Jesus becoming our mercy seat.Episode Resources:Merciful God Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/may-scripture-writing-plan-merciful-god/Merciful God Kids' Scripture Writing Plans: (scroll down to curriculum section for free downloads)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasMerciful God acapella playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1OCVCxAaO9SV56Fulxiw4r?si=4ksPeQUuT4yy9sjnYqnC3w&nd=1&dlsi=1533648b23b649cdApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/merciful-god/pl.u-xlyNqPds3AEDAdBehold Our God Scripture Writing Journal (BACK IN STOCK): https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4383440254Behold Our God Scripture Writing Extras:https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasOur Etsy shop: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comKelly's favorite curly hair brush: https://amzn.to/49zibGk {affiliate link}Kristen's favorite: FLOWERS in general + floral transfers: https://amzn.to/4dukeNc {affiliate link}Sermon that Kristen mentioned - "Firewall Failure: The Fall at Ai": https://youtu.be/q6kiFWrVQho?si=sNEYK9sudP3evICa

Alyssa & Kristen talk about how God describes His mercy, if His mercy erases consequences or justice, how His warnings can be considered merciful, and how we can ask for & respond to God's mercy.Episode Resources:Merciful God Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/may-scripture-writing-plan-merciful-god/Merciful God Kids' Scripture Writing Plans: (scroll down to curriculum section for free downloads)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasMerciful God acapella playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1OCVCxAaO9SV56Fulxiw4r?si=4ksPeQUuT4yy9sjnYqnC3w&nd=1&dlsi=1533648b23b649cdApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/merciful-god/pl.u-xlyNqPds3AEDAdBehold Our God Scripture Writing Journal (BACK IN STOCK): https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4383440254Behold Our God Scripture Writing Extras:https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasOur Etsy shop: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comAlyssa's favorite sparkling water: https://www.walmart.com/ip/BUBBL-R-Antioxidant-Sparkling-Water-Fruit-Punch-r-12-fl-oz-6-Pack-Cans/18337122404?classType=VARIANT&from=/searchKristen's favorite: May Day baskets! See ideas here: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/3096293491800528/