Lies The Truth Podcast https://ardellabaptist.com/ Ardella Baptist Church itmanager@ardellabaptist.com Ardella Baptist Church We are just two love birds who know that in satan lies the lies and in Christ lies the truth. This should impact every area of our lives. This pursuit is our journey. We don’t just want to live it, we want to share it with you. The ups, the downs, the lessons learned, the tears & the laughter. We invite you to join us on this journey. We are just two love birds who know that in satan lies the lies and in Christ lies the truth. This should impact every area of our lives. This pursuit is our journey. We don’t just want to live it, we want to share it with you. The ups, the downs, the lessons learned, the tears & the laughter. We invite you to join us on this journey. en © 2026 Ardella Baptist Church no E17 Life Is Hard | God Is Good: The Real Truth Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Is "Life is Hard, God is Good" the ultimate truth? 🤔 Explore the profound meaning behind this phrase and discover biblical wisdom that offers hope.</p><p> </p><p>Dive into:</p><p>The origin of the "Life is Good" slogan</p><p>Biblical verses proving God's unwavering goodness</p><p> </p><p>Why refuge in God is essential, even on tough days </p><p>[00:00] The "Life is Good" T-shirt story </p><p>[01:30] Mark 10:18 - God's inherent goodness </p><p>[03:15] Psalm 34:8 - Experiencing God's goodness </p><p>[05:00] Psalm 107:1 - Gratitude through God's love</p> <p>Is "Life is Hard, God is Good" the ultimate truth? 🤔 Explore the profound meaning behind this phrase and discover biblical wisdom that offers hope.</p><p> </p><p>Dive into:</p><p>The origin of the "Life is Good" slogan</p><p>Biblical verses proving God's unwavering goodness</p><p> </p><p>Why refuge in God is essential, even on tough days </p><p>[00:00] The "Life is Good" T-shirt story </p><p>[01:30] Mark 10:18 - God's inherent goodness </p><p>[03:15] Psalm 34:8 - Experiencing God's goodness </p><p>[05:00] Psalm 107:1 - Gratitude through God's love</p> Is "Life is Hard, God is Good" the ultimate truth? 🤔 Explore the profound meaning behind this phrase and discover biblical wisdom that offers hope.

 

Dive into:

The origin of the "Life is Good" slogan

Biblical verses proving God's unwavering goodness

 

Why refuge in God is essential, even on tough days 

[00:00] The "Life is Good" T-shirt story 

[01:30] Mark 10:18 - God's inherent goodness 

[03:15] Psalm 34:8 - Experiencing God's goodness 

[05:00] Psalm 107:1 - Gratitude through God's love

]]> Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 590 1 b6302d57f37cc8a3c657215a7377f137 no E16 - 3 Listening Secrets That Deepen Your Marriage Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Unlock deeper connection: Learn to listen, not just fix, for a stronger marriage. Discover how understanding your spouse's needs transforms your relationship.</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00:00] Fixing vs. Listening: The core of marital connection.</p><p>[00:15:48] Why husbands try to fix and what wives truly need.</p><p>[01:30:00] Practical listening tips for husbands (and everyone!).</p> <p>Unlock deeper connection: Learn to listen, not just fix, for a stronger marriage. Discover how understanding your spouse's needs transforms your relationship.</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00:00] Fixing vs. Listening: The core of marital connection.</p><p>[00:15:48] Why husbands try to fix and what wives truly need.</p><p>[01:30:00] Practical listening tips for husbands (and everyone!).</p> Unlock deeper connection: Learn to listen, not just fix, for a stronger marriage. Discover how understanding your spouse's needs transforms your relationship.


[00:00:00] Fixing vs. Listening: The core of marital connection.

[00:15:48] Why husbands try to fix and what wives truly need.

[01:30:00] Practical listening tips for husbands (and everyone!).

]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1188 2 8a9451cdd3939830bef8806aac82df3f no E15 Wholly, Holy, Healthy Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Unlock your "wholly, Holy Healthy" potential! Discover how spiritual, physical, and emotional well-being are deeply connected for a truly fulfilling life.</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00] The truth about biblical health and the three pillars of well-being.</p><p>[01:34] Spiritual health: Becoming more like Christ.</p><p>[06:20] Physical health: Intentional goals and measurements.</p><p>[11:18] Emotional health: Mastering self-control.</p> <p>Unlock your "wholly, Holy Healthy" potential! Discover how spiritual, physical, and emotional well-being are deeply connected for a truly fulfilling life.</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00] The truth about biblical health and the three pillars of well-being.</p><p>[01:34] Spiritual health: Becoming more like Christ.</p><p>[06:20] Physical health: Intentional goals and measurements.</p><p>[11:18] Emotional health: Mastering self-control.</p> Unlock your "wholly, Holy Healthy" potential! Discover how spiritual, physical, and emotional well-being are deeply connected for a truly fulfilling life.


[00:00] The truth about biblical health and the three pillars of well-being.

[01:34] Spiritual health: Becoming more like Christ.

[06:20] Physical health: Intentional goals and measurements.

[11:18] Emotional health: Mastering self-control.

]]> Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1043 3 9ddd265da0ba4e8452f42386c345565f no E14 Trust God, Not Your To-Do List | True Success Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Organization as a servant, not a savior. Are you struggling to balance structure with faith? Discover how to organize your life without losing your connection to God.</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00] Intro: Organization as a Servant</p><p>[01:45] The Danger of Spiritual Drift</p><p>[01:45] Replacing Dependence on God</p><p>[04:25] Productivity vs. Faithfulness</p><p>[06:18] Organization & Eliminating Rest</p><p>[11:30] Efficiency Without Love</p><p><br></p><p>#FaithfulOrganization #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving</p> <p>Organization as a servant, not a savior. Are you struggling to balance structure with faith? Discover how to organize your life without losing your connection to God.</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00] Intro: Organization as a Servant</p><p>[01:45] The Danger of Spiritual Drift</p><p>[01:45] Replacing Dependence on God</p><p>[04:25] Productivity vs. Faithfulness</p><p>[06:18] Organization & Eliminating Rest</p><p>[11:30] Efficiency Without Love</p><p><br></p><p>#FaithfulOrganization #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving</p> Organization as a servant, not a savior. Are you struggling to balance structure with faith? Discover how to organize your life without losing your connection to God.


[00:00] Intro: Organization as a Servant

[01:45] The Danger of Spiritual Drift

[01:45] Replacing Dependence on God

[04:25] Productivity vs. Faithfulness

[06:18] Organization & Eliminating Rest

[11:30] Efficiency Without Love


#FaithfulOrganization #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving

]]> Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1288 4 460477eecfd35ce1293f12536f8e5b33 no E12 Manna Prayer Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>   Unlock peace by fully trusting God today! Discover how to live intentionally and find joy, even in tough times. 🙏</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00] What is the "Manna Prayer"?</p><p>[02:30] Trusting God for today's challenges</p><p>[05:15] Making intentional choices daily</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for weekly encouragement and practical faith insights! What's one thing you'll do today to be more intentional? Hit the notification bell so you never miss a truth-filled episode!</p><p><br></p><p>Watch Next: [Link to "Finding Peace in Prayer"]</p><p>Connect with Us: [Link to Website] | [Link to Social Media]</p><p><br></p><p>#FaithJourney #MannaPrayer #TrustGod</p> <p>   Unlock peace by fully trusting God today! Discover how to live intentionally and find joy, even in tough times. 🙏</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00] What is the "Manna Prayer"?</p><p>[02:30] Trusting God for today's challenges</p><p>[05:15] Making intentional choices daily</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for weekly encouragement and practical faith insights! What's one thing you'll do today to be more intentional? Hit the notification bell so you never miss a truth-filled episode!</p><p><br></p><p>Watch Next: [Link to "Finding Peace in Prayer"]</p><p>Connect with Us: [Link to Website] | [Link to Social Media]</p><p><br></p><p>#FaithJourney #MannaPrayer #TrustGod</p>    Unlock peace by fully trusting God today! Discover how to live intentionally and find joy, even in tough times. 🙏


[00:00] What is the "Manna Prayer"?

[02:30] Trusting God for today's challenges

[05:15] Making intentional choices daily


Subscribe for weekly encouragement and practical faith insights! What's one thing you'll do today to be more intentional? Hit the notification bell so you never miss a truth-filled episode!


Watch Next: [Link to "Finding Peace in Prayer"]

Connect with Us: [Link to Website] | [Link to Social Media]


#FaithJourney #MannaPrayer #TrustGod

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1047 5 a1ca9fec31393747487bf531421622cf no E11 Martin Luther's Secret Struggle <p>Uncover Martin Luther's struggles & the Reformation's true spark! Discover how God's Word ignited change.</p><p><br></p> <p>Uncover Martin Luther's struggles & the Reformation's true spark! Discover how God's Word ignited change.</p><p><br></p> Uncover Martin Luther's struggles & the Reformation's true spark! Discover how God's Word ignited change.


]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1223 6 2ad8853d978d39808b29dc68b9167e09 no E10 Luther's Hidden Past | Reformation Secrets Revealed Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Uncover the profound lessons from a 13-day European journey through history and faith! What unexpected truths will you discover?</p><p><br></p><p>Join us as we explore Berlin's poignant memorials, Wittenberg's Reformation roots, and Eisleben's complex legacy. We'll share insights on faith, history, and the power of human experience.</p><p>[00:00] - Berlin: Echoes of History</p><p>[03:15] - Wittenberg: The Spirit of Reformation</p><p>[08:50] - Eisleben: Luther's Birthplace & Controversies</p> <p>Uncover the profound lessons from a 13-day European journey through history and faith! What unexpected truths will you discover?</p><p><br></p><p>Join us as we explore Berlin's poignant memorials, Wittenberg's Reformation roots, and Eisleben's complex legacy. We'll share insights on faith, history, and the power of human experience.</p><p>[00:00] - Berlin: Echoes of History</p><p>[03:15] - Wittenberg: The Spirit of Reformation</p><p>[08:50] - Eisleben: Luther's Birthplace & Controversies</p> Uncover the profound lessons from a 13-day European journey through history and faith! What unexpected truths will you discover?


Join us as we explore Berlin's poignant memorials, Wittenberg's Reformation roots, and Eisleben's complex legacy. We'll share insights on faith, history, and the power of human experience.

[00:00] - Berlin: Echoes of History

[03:15] - Wittenberg: The Spirit of Reformation

[08:50] - Eisleben: Luther's Birthplace & Controversies

]]> Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 810 7 5d663b8d34fffc4b93e54639190c9b82 no E9 Pursuit of Holiness Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Discover the real pursuit of holiness! Are you struggling to please God or living too comfortably in grace? Find your center.</p> <p>Discover the real pursuit of holiness! Are you struggling to please God or living too comfortably in grace? Find your center.</p> Discover the real pursuit of holiness! Are you struggling to please God or living too comfortably in grace? Find your center.

]]> Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1333 8 a40e5d0bbe55ba2c9b208ddb18944bce no E8 The Debt Episode Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Tired of debt's grip? Learn how to break free and build a debt-free future! Discover practical strategies to manage your money wisely and achieve financial freedom.</p> <p>Tired of debt's grip? Learn how to break free and build a debt-free future! Discover practical strategies to manage your money wisely and achieve financial freedom.</p> Tired of debt's grip? Learn how to break free and build a debt-free future! Discover practical strategies to manage your money wisely and achieve financial freedom.

]]> Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1263 9 2f9e5ad0befcefa678786830ebf4653e no E7 The Anxiety Episode Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Anxiety is a word that is becoming more and more frequent in our society. In this episode, we will discover how Psalm 40 is a great tool in our fight against being anxious. </p> <p>Anxiety is a word that is becoming more and more frequent in our society. In this episode, we will discover how Psalm 40 is a great tool in our fight against being anxious. </p> Anxiety is a word that is becoming more and more frequent in our society. In this episode, we will discover how Psalm 40 is a great tool in our fight against being anxious. 

]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1268 10 e90fe9dc6d5b7ed1be9ea0037f410b4b no E6 The Motivation Episode Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Unlock the secrets to *true motivation* for yourself and your kids! Discover how to build lasting drive beyond just rewards or punishments.</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00] What is motivation & why it matters</p><p>[02:18] External vs. Self-Motivation: The Parent's Dilemma</p><p>[05:30] Finding your "Why": A Faith-Based Approach</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for weekly insights on faith, family, and personal growth! What's your biggest motivation challenge? Let us know below! Hit the bell so you never miss a lesson. 🔔</p><p><br></p><p>#MotivationTips #ParentingHacks #FaithJourney</p> <p>Unlock the secrets to *true motivation* for yourself and your kids! Discover how to build lasting drive beyond just rewards or punishments.</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00] What is motivation & why it matters</p><p>[02:18] External vs. Self-Motivation: The Parent's Dilemma</p><p>[05:30] Finding your "Why": A Faith-Based Approach</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for weekly insights on faith, family, and personal growth! What's your biggest motivation challenge? Let us know below! Hit the bell so you never miss a lesson. 🔔</p><p><br></p><p>#MotivationTips #ParentingHacks #FaithJourney</p> Unlock the secrets to *true motivation* for yourself and your kids! Discover how to build lasting drive beyond just rewards or punishments.


[00:00] What is motivation & why it matters

[02:18] External vs. Self-Motivation: The Parent's Dilemma

[05:30] Finding your "Why": A Faith-Based Approach


Subscribe for weekly insights on faith, family, and personal growth! What's your biggest motivation challenge? Let us know below! Hit the bell so you never miss a lesson. 🔔


#MotivationTips #ParentingHacks #FaithJourney

]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1032 11 d83e735f917074b890a2d1f60c7a26ff no E5 The Brad Bryant Episode Part Two Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Discover the profound impact of a pastor's wife on faith and family! Learn how mothers shape lives and build strong communities.</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00] - The Unseen Influence: Pastor's Wives</p><p>[01:05:00] - Mom's Compassion: A Lesson in Service</p><p>[06:35:00] - Golf, Discipleship, and Health</p><p>[13:20:00] - Redefining Retirement & Family</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for weekly insights on faith, life, and family! What's your most cherished memory of a supportive spouse? Hit the bell for new episodes!</p><p><br></p><p>#FaithJourney #ChristianLiving</p> <p>Discover the profound impact of a pastor's wife on faith and family! Learn how mothers shape lives and build strong communities.</p><p><br></p><p>[00:00] - The Unseen Influence: Pastor's Wives</p><p>[01:05:00] - Mom's Compassion: A Lesson in Service</p><p>[06:35:00] - Golf, Discipleship, and Health</p><p>[13:20:00] - Redefining Retirement & Family</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for weekly insights on faith, life, and family! What's your most cherished memory of a supportive spouse? Hit the bell for new episodes!</p><p><br></p><p>#FaithJourney #ChristianLiving</p> Discover the profound impact of a pastor's wife on faith and family! Learn how mothers shape lives and build strong communities.


[00:00] - The Unseen Influence: Pastor's Wives

[01:05:00] - Mom's Compassion: A Lesson in Service

[06:35:00] - Golf, Discipleship, and Health

[13:20:00] - Redefining Retirement & Family


Subscribe for weekly insights on faith, life, and family! What's your most cherished memory of a supportive spouse? Hit the bell for new episodes!


#FaithJourney #ChristianLiving

]]> Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1225 12 1537dd05d8b926f65c2606f6b97dc28a no E4 The Brad Bryant Episode Part One Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Uncover Brad Bryant's incredible golf win & life lessons! Discover the power of discipleship and faith with Pastor Mark.</p><p> </p><p>[00:00] Brad Bryant's Senior Open victory story </p><p>[01:52] The unique role of his caddy, Tony </p><p>[06:17] Preacher's Kids (PKs) and father's influence </p><p>[13:20] The exponential impact of discipleship</p><p> </p><p>Subscribe for weekly insights on faith & life! What's your most impactful discipleship story? Hit the bell for new episodes! 🔔</p><p> </p><p>#BradBryant #GolfStories #Discipleship</p> <p>Uncover Brad Bryant's incredible golf win & life lessons! Discover the power of discipleship and faith with Pastor Mark.</p><p> </p><p>[00:00] Brad Bryant's Senior Open victory story </p><p>[01:52] The unique role of his caddy, Tony </p><p>[06:17] Preacher's Kids (PKs) and father's influence </p><p>[13:20] The exponential impact of discipleship</p><p> </p><p>Subscribe for weekly insights on faith & life! What's your most impactful discipleship story? Hit the bell for new episodes! 🔔</p><p> </p><p>#BradBryant #GolfStories #Discipleship</p> Uncover Brad Bryant's incredible golf win & life lessons! Discover the power of discipleship and faith with Pastor Mark.

 

[00:00] Brad Bryant's Senior Open victory story 

[01:52] The unique role of his caddy, Tony 

[06:17] Preacher's Kids (PKs) and father's influence 

[13:20] The exponential impact of discipleship

 

Subscribe for weekly insights on faith & life! What's your most impactful discipleship story? Hit the bell for new episodes! 🔔

 

#BradBryant #GolfStories #Discipleship

]]> Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1183 13 beb2ba00b4a26663483b7bf45b2d10c9 no E3 The Balance Episode Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Everyone is busy. Work, marriage, church, family. We discuss how to be intentional with balancing our lives. We also discuss the struggles that are a direct result of an unbalanced life.</p> <p>Everyone is busy. Work, marriage, church, family. We discuss how to be intentional with balancing our lives. We also discuss the struggles that are a direct result of an unbalanced life.</p> Everyone is busy. Work, marriage, church, family. We discuss how to be intentional with balancing our lives. We also discuss the struggles that are a direct result of an unbalanced life.

]]> Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 946 14 eeed5b57d812d3994b5e2ac4efb06f39 no E2 The Generations Episode Episode 2 Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>God has a mandate for our family. We discuss how our spiritual lives impact not only each other, but our children, and our children’s children. That’s a lot of pressure. We talk about that as well.</p> <p>God has a mandate for our family. We discuss how our spiritual lives impact not only each other, but our children, and our children’s children. That’s a lot of pressure. We talk about that as well.</p> God has a mandate for our family. We discuss how our spiritual lives impact not only each other, but our children, and our children’s children. That’s a lot of pressure. We talk about that as well.

]]> Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1137 15 84697aee0a75323b5fb5bddb955bd2e6 no E1 The Grieving Episode Episode 1 Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>What a year. Both gramma and grampa went home to be with the Lord. We share the journey, and discuss different things that God has taught and is teaching us through loss.</p> <p>What a year. Both gramma and grampa went home to be with the Lord. We share the journey, and discuss different things that God has taught and is teaching us through loss.</p> What a year. Both gramma and grampa went home to be with the Lord. We share the journey, and discuss different things that God has taught and is teaching us through loss.

]]> Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1067 16 0e9c6490f4a9dd0dfecdc7d5db53aa21 no E0  The Intro Episode Episode 0 Kim Bedwell, Pastor Mark Bedwell <p>Let’s start a podcast. We introduce ourselves, the purpose of the podcast, and give a little insight into what’s ahead in the next few episodes.</p> <p>Let’s start a podcast. We introduce ourselves, the purpose of the podcast, and give a little insight into what’s ahead in the next few episodes.</p> Let’s start a podcast. We introduce ourselves, the purpose of the podcast, and give a little insight into what’s ahead in the next few episodes.

]]> Sun, 17 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 954 17 46144cdc8fc6b1343b052db164325b97 no