If you are looking for a place to dive into great books, unpack big ideas, and connect with a community of readers, you made it! My mom, Sheila Barnes has taught and inspired young minds as an elementary teacher for 40+ years. Her passion is reading and it is contagious. My name is Kate Matthews and I am an artist, seeker of wisdom and lifelong student. We decided to start a book club a couple of years ago which has impacted and grown us tremendously. We hope you will join in on the fun and get lost in the magic of reading with us.
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If you are looking for a place to dive into great books, unpack big ideas, and connect with a community of readers, you made it! My mom, Sheila Barnes has taught and inspired young minds as an elementary teacher for 40+ years. Her passion is reading and it is contagious. My name is Kate Matthews and I am an artist, seeker of wisdom and lifelong student. We decided to start a book club a couple of years ago which has impacted and grown us tremendously. We hope you will join in on the fun and get lost in the magic of reading with us.
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July 7, 2026
The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher — Chapter 4: Control Yourself
<p>Do you know the last fruit of the Spirit mentioned in Galatians 5? It is the theme of today’s podcast from chapter 4 in The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher, Control Yourself. Fisher explains the two phases of every argument, ignition (aka fight or flight) and cooling (aka rest & digest).</p><p><br /></p><p>“Ignition happens when, with enough friction, the productive becomes destructive.”</p><p>In this phase, the prefrontal cortex functions little to nothing. This explains why so many unkind and unthinkable comments are growled and often yelled, the decision-making part of the brain is out to lunch. Connects with a couple of idioms, “I put my foot in my mouth” and “He put his foot in it.” The Next Conversation will help us eliminate those instances!</p><p><br /></p><p>“Friction offers room for improvement. Because what triggers you teaches you.”</p><p>Here is Fisher’s breakdown of triggers:</p><ol><li>Physical triggers-most noticeable, impact your sense of well-being</li><li>Psychological triggers</li></ol><ul><li>Social triggers - worried about how others perceive you</li><li>Personal identity threats - A. Competence, B. Autonomy, C. Purpose, & D. Value</li><li>Loss </li></ul><p><br /></p><p>If you learn to understand your body’s reactions and ups and downs, you’ll also be able to recognize the triggers of others. “They aren’t behaviors to get offended over. They’re information to gather.”</p><p><br /></p><p>Remember, what triggers you teaches you, if you’re willing to learn…If you want to put out fires, find their trigger.” It’s a win win, are you ready to dive in? Blessings!</p><p><br /><br /></p>
June 30, 2026
Books About Freedom: A July 4th Reading List for America's 250th
<p>Kate and Sheila share their favorite books about freedom, liberty, and captivity—fiction, nonfiction, and kid lit—ready for America's 250th Independence Day!</p><p></p><p>This firecracker of an episode has a different look. Kate and Sheila discuss a myriad of "freedoms," highlighting book after book. Whether fiction or nonfiction, these treasures are guaranteed to hook. Contrasting both the cost and the blessings liberty brings, we see the cruelty of captivity and the wonder of wings. These texts are so freeing, they’ll make your heart sing!</p><p>Happy 250th Independence Day, dear listeners! Blessings!</p><p></p><p><b>Books Featured in This Episode</b></p><p><b>Nonfiction</b></p><ul><li><i>Unbroken</i></li><li><i>The Last Green Valley</i></li><li><i>Glittering Vices</i> (Sloth / Vainglory / Envy / Greed / Wrath / Gluttony / Lust)</li><li><i>Here Be Dragons</i></li><li><i>Destiny of the Republic</i></li><li><i>Everything Sad Is Untrue</i></li></ul><p><b>Fiction</b></p><ul><li><i>Les Misérables</i></li><li><i>The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek</i></li><li><i>The Brothers Karamazov</i></li><li><i>East of Eden</i></li></ul><p><b>Kid Lit</b></p><ul><li><i>Way of the Warrior Kid</i></li><li><i>The Wingfeather Saga</i></li><li><i>The Bronze Bow</i></li><li><i>Letters from Rifka</i></li></ul><p><br /><br /></p>
June 23, 2026
Psalms 1–41: Prayers for When Life Falls Apart (Book 1)
<p>Let’s dive into the poetry and wisdom genre of the Bible! Today we recap Psalms 1-41 a.k.a. Book 1. David wrote all but 2 of this group, most are prayers of distress or statements of confidence in God. David reminds us in Psalm 1 to delight in the law of the Lord. The man who meditates on His law day and night will be like a tree planted by the water. What a robust visual!</p><p><br /></p><p>As we’ve mentioned before our playlist matters. Remember the adage, GIGO (garbage in, garbage out), let’s flip that and put wisdom in and pray that wisdom comes out.</p><p><br /></p><p>David wrote that we should “serve the Lord with fear’ Psalm 2, but we do NOT need to fear evil (Psalm 23) because God is with us. What a powerful contrast!</p><p><br /></p><p>Psalm 19:7-11 expresses the cause and effects of God’s law! Read those verses and notice the outcomes of being true to God and His Word. Psalm 34:5 describes those who look to God as being radiant. </p><p><br />David trusted God through his triumphs and his trials, what a great example of how situations should not be the focus. Our focus should be on seeking to please God!</p><p><br /></p><p>Try sprinkling a Psalm in your daily Bible reading. Share which one you connect with the most at this season in your life. What a blessing you are, dear listener! May we grow together as we connect to reflect!</p>
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