Brenda J and Karen B welcome Gini Larsen back to the show for an honest and compassionate conversation around one of the most difficult topics for abuse and trauma survivors—forgiveness. Gini holds a meaningful place in both Brenda and Karen's lives, arranging the Mending the Soul group where Brenda and Karen first met.

Gini Larsen is a certified Christian counselor with over 25 years of counseling experience. She holds a master's degree from Arizona State University's College of Social Work and has extensive trauma-focused training, integrating professional clinical insight with Christian therapy and pastoral counseling.

Brenda and Karen vulnerably share how hard forgiveness can be for survivors, especially when abusers remain unrepentant and emotions like anger and grief feel overwhelming. Gini offers a healthy, Christ-centered approach to forgiveness—one that does not minimize harm, but points to God for healing. She explains how forgiveness is ultimately about glorifying God and allowing Him to restore and heal the survivor's heart. This is a heartfelt and hope-filled conversation you won't want to miss.

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Brenda J. and Karen B. welcome Pastor Martel of Streets of Destiny Church for a powerful New Year conversation filled with truth, hope, and encouragement. If you want to check out Streets of Destiny click below:

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Pastor Martel challenges common negative attitudes toward people experiencing homelessness and invites listeners to see with compassion instead of judgment.

The conversation also explores the question many are asking: Are we living in the end times? Pastor Martel shares a grounded, faith-filled perspective that brings both clarity and peace.

As the episode moves forward, Pastor Martel offers a meaningful "gold nugget" of encouragement for stepping into 2026 with purpose, along with practical advice for positive change in the New Year. The episode closes with a heartfelt prayer as Pastor Martel speaks a blessing over the listeners.

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Brenda J. and Karen B. are honored to welcome Pastor Martel Stevenson of Streets of Destiny Church for a powerful Christmas message of hope. If you want to check out Streets of Destiny click link below:

https://www.sodgoc.org/

In this episode of Hanging On To Hope, Pastor Martel shares the personal story that led him into homeless ministry and how God placed a calling on his heart to serve those living on the streets. He reminds us that hope can be found even in the hardest places—and that no one is forgotten by God.

Together, we talk about the true meaning of Christmas, the gift of salvation, and how faith can carry us through seasons of discouragement, loneliness, and loss. Pastor Martel offers encouragement to anyone who may be struggling during this time of year and shares practical ways we can help and support those experiencing homelessness.

He closes the episode with a heartfelt Christmas prayer, speaking life, peace, and hope over every listener.

Whether you're feeling weary, searching for hope, or looking for ways to make a difference this Christmas, this message is for you.

🎁 There is always hope—especially at Christmas.

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