Carissa Hershberger's guest appearances

Carissa Hershberger

The Good Citizen Podcast

Andrew Walker

Ron Johnson

Thomas Aquinas

Todd Wilson

John Brennan

Charles Moore

Dave Runyon

Sam Allberry

Ryan T. Anderson

John Stonestreet

Brett McCracken

Andrew Hunt

Michael Johnson

Richard Nelson

Caleb Reynolds

OwlTail

Note: This is an “encore” episode that was first published on November 24, 2020. The story of the ten Boom family remains a powerful reminder in 2021–a year that brought a number of unexpected challenges and the lingering effects of the pandemic. Here’s that episode. Thanksgiving will be a little different this year, but it is still a great time to give thanks to the Lord (I Thess. 5:16-18). And this Thanksgiving will, in some ways, be reminiscent of the first Thanksgiving and the Pilgrims giving thanks to God despite the death of almost half their number and other grave hardships. Thanksgiving in COVID-19 quarantine will be different and perhaps disappointing, so we should look to examples of other Christians that have practiced gratitude in difficult circumstances. In my recent book The Good Citizen, I highlighted the remarkable strength and gratitude of Corrie ten Boom and her sister, Betsie, in the midst of their ordeal at Ravensbrück concentration camp. And I found it helpful to review their remarkable example as I prepare for Thanksgiving 2020. Here’s a brief review of their story. Key Takeaways: If you watch the video version below, you will see pictures of the ten Boom home, Corrie, Betsie and Ravensbrück Concentration Camp.Why Betsie thanked God for fleas.My wife, Carissa, reads Corrie’s own words from The Hiding Place.The greatest human example of forgiveness I have ever read.By the way, when Corrie ten Boom referred to “The Hiding Place,” she wasn’t just referring to the small space in her home used to hide Jews from the Nazis. Rather, in her book The Hiding Place, she explained that the only true hiding place is in the center of God’s will. Wow, I needed that in 2020.The post #207 Thanksgiving in a Concentration Camp with Carissa Hershberger [Encore] first appeared on The Good Citizen Project.

Note: This is an “encore” episode that was first published on November 24, 2020. The story of the ten Boom family remains a powerful reminder in 2021–a year that brought a number of unexpected challenges and the lingering effects of the pandemic. Here’s that episode. Thanksgiving will be a little different this year, but it is still a great time to give thanks to the Lord (I Thess. 5:16-18). And this Thanksgiving will, in some ways, be reminiscent of the first Thanksgiving and the Pilgrims giving thanks to God despite the death of almost half their number and other grave hardships. Thanksgiving in COVID-19 quarantine will be different and perhaps disappointing, so we should look to examples of other Christians that have practiced gratitude in difficult circumstances. In my recent book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Good-Citizen-Four-Step-Gospel-Centered-Citizenship/dp/0578776316/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1SI4R4UD7N8MB&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=the+good+citizen+josh+hershberger&amp;qid=1606230012&amp;sprefix=the+good+citizen%2Caps%2C302&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Citizen</a>, I highlighted the remarkable strength and gratitude of Corrie ten Boom and her sister, Betsie, in the midst of their ordeal at Ravensbrück concentration camp. And I found it helpful to review their remarkable example as I prepare for Thanksgiving 2020. Here’s a brief review of their story. Key Takeaways: <ul><li>If you watch the video version below, you will see pictures of the ten Boom home, Corrie, Betsie and Ravensbrück Concentration Camp.</li><li>Why Betsie thanked God for fleas.</li><li>My wife, Carissa, reads Corrie’s own words from The Hiding Place.</li><li>The greatest human example of forgiveness I have ever read.</li><li>By the way, when Corrie ten Boom referred to “The Hiding Place,” she wasn’t just referring to the small space in her home used to hide Jews from the Nazis. Rather, in her book The Hiding Place, she explained that the only true hiding place is in the center of God’s will. Wow, I needed that in 2020.</li></ul>The post <a href="https://www.goodcitizen.us/207-thanksgiving-in-a-concentration-camp-with-carissa-hershberger-encore/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">#207 Thanksgiving in a Concentration Camp with Carissa Hershberger [Encore]</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.goodcitizen.us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Citizen Project</a>.

#207 Thanksgiving in a Concentration Camp with Carissa Hershberger [Encore]

Missy Johnson

During a recent conversation with a U.S. Senator, I asked this question, “How can churches help during this crisis?” I was surprised by his response. Instead of pointing out food needs, low blood reserves, or healthcare concerns, he pointed out something much more, well, spiritual. He stated that churches should focus on combating loneliness.   In this episode, I wanted to take a break from heavy/weighty issues and celebrate the great work my church and many other churches have been doing to combat loneliness and build community during the COVID-19 crisis. In this episode, I interviewed Pastor Mike Johnson, Missy Johnson and Carissa Hershberger (my wife and teammate) from Cornerstone Baptist Church in Hanover, Indiana. Pastor Johnson and Missy Johnson have been in ministry for almost 40 years and have ministered from Maryland to California and many places in between. When it comes to caring for people and doing life together (while apart), I don’t know anyone that does it better. In sum, this episode is designed to provide helpful ideas; but, I also hope it encourages and affirms the great work you and your church have been doing in providing community during uncertain and lonely times. No piece of legislation, no multi-billion dollar bailout and no government proclamation can give people hope and a sense of belonging. I am thankful that a U.S. Senator recognized this and that churches all over the country have been proving how vital–er–essential they are in combating loneliness during this crisis. The post #131 Combating Loneliness &amp; Building Community During the COVID-19 Crisis with Pastor Michael Johnson, Missy Johnson &amp; Carissa Hershberger first appeared on The Good Citizen Project.

During a recent conversation with a U.S. Senator, I asked this question, “How can churches help during this crisis?” I was surprised by his response. Instead of pointing out food needs, low blood reserves, or healthcare concerns, he pointed out something much more, well, spiritual. He stated that churches should focus on combating loneliness. In this episode, I wanted to take a break from heavy/weighty issues and celebrate the great work my church and many other churches have been doing to combat loneliness and build community during the COVID-19 crisis. In this episode, I interviewed Pastor Mike Johnson, Missy Johnson and Carissa Hershberger (my wife and teammate) from Cornerstone Baptist Church in Hanover, Indiana. Pastor Johnson and Missy Johnson have been in ministry for almost 40 years and have ministered from Maryland to California and many places in between. When it comes to caring for people and doing life together (while apart), I don’t know anyone that does it better. In sum, this episode is designed to provide helpful ideas; but, I also hope it encourages and affirms the great work you and your church have been doing in providing community during uncertain and lonely times. No piece of legislation, no multi-billion dollar bailout and no government proclamation can give people hope and a sense of belonging. I am thankful that a U.S. Senator recognized this and that churches all over the country have been proving how vital–er–essential they are in combating loneliness during this crisis. The post <a href="https://www.goodcitizen.us/131-combating-loneliness-building-community-during-the-covid-19-crisis-with-pastor-michael-johnson-missy-johnson-carissa-hershberger/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">#131 Combating Loneliness &amp; Building Community During the COVID-19 Crisis with Pastor Michael Johnson, Missy Johnson &amp; Carissa Hershberger</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.goodcitizen.us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good Citizen Project</a>.

#131 Combating Loneliness & Building Community During the COVID-19 Crisis with Pastor Michael Johnson, Missy Johnson & Carissa Hershberger