Only Hope with Caroline Thornton

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton delves into chapters three to five of the Book of James, emphasizing the importance of personal scripture reading, the responsibilities of teachers, the power of the tongue, the nature of true wisdom, and the conflicts that arise from worldly desires. She encourages listeners to reflect on their words and actions, highlighting the need for humility and the dangers of pride.Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton walks through line by line, verse by verse of the first two chapters of the book of James. With her breakdown she shares how with each trial we go through James explains that we should consider it great joy because God is using these trials to sanctify us and mature us into Christlikeness. She also discusses how James gives us a steps on how to handle temptation. James was an in your face apostle and Caroline points out how she was very convicted when he talks about how faith without works is useless, she points out belief is demonstrated in what you do. Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton shares how our children can be the best example of how to have true bold surrendered faith for our Heavenly Father. She discusses how we need to look at our Heavenly Father with gratitude and realize all that He has provided for us. Caroline encourages her listeners to wake up every morning like a child without a worry knowing that no matter what comes up in the day that your Heavenly Father will be there to take care of it, and he is preparing things we don't even see for whatever comes our way. She explains how newborns can't be without their mothers for even a few hours without their life being at stake and that's how we are when we go hours without in relationship with God. When we go with too much time without being in the Presence of God through prayer and reading His Word, we are more susceptible to the tactics of the enemy. The more we seek Jesus, the more we are able to discern those tactics, and we will be less likely to fall for those schemes. Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton interviews Alex Kaisharis. Alex shares how God has transformed her life while serving Middle Schoolers and High Schoolers in church and through Young Life. She expresses while teaching and mentoring her girls, they also are pushing and holding her accountable to grow more with Jesus as well. She explains how fulfilling and purposeful your life feels when you start to serve just the way Jesus came to serve others. The conversation emphasizes the significance of obedience to God, the need for role models in today's generation, and the fulfillment that comes from serving and being in community.Connect with Alex on IG: @akaisharisStay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline on IG | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton interviews fellow Podcaster, Alexis Brown. Alexis shares her radical testimony of how Jesus changed her life in an instant. She speaks on the transformation from a life of addiction and turmoil to one of faith and healing. Alexis discusses her early life, struggles with identity, and the pivotal moments that led her to surrender to God. She reflects on the challenges of being in an unequally yoked marriage and the miraculous changes that occurred in her life and her husband's life after he found Jesus. The conversation emphasizes how you are never too far gone to find Jesus and he can radically change everything in your life in a moment with a surrendered heart. She also expressed the significance of sharing testimonies as she does in her own podcast, Praises in the Pod.Check out Alexis' Podcast - Praises in the Pod! Instagram: @praisesinthepodTikTok: @praisesinthepodclipsStay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline on IG | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton discusses how God has transformed her life during the waiting period of her martial hardship. The Lord taught her how to truly surrender every aspect of her life and put it in the hands of the Maker. She encourages anyone who is going through a martial hardship or feeling unequally yoked in their marriage to call their spouse higher, lift them up, encourage them and pray for who God has called them to be. She also speaks on putting aside your frustration in the waiting season and letting God in to grow and restore you in the waiting period, to not waste the time but use this time as productive as possible. At the end of the episode, she invites her listeners to pray and ask the Lord what they need to surrender and to worship Jesus with her. Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton discusses the transformative power of healing through the Holy Spirit. She emphasizes the importance of addressing unhealed wounds, recognizing their signs, and taking actionable steps towards healing. Caroline shares her personal journey of healing, the significance of forgiveness, and the necessity of inviting God into the healing process. The episode serves as a guide for listeners seeking emotional and spiritual restoration, encouraging them to take the time to engage in this holy work.Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton discusses the importance of praying for your children and declaring scripture over your children. She touches on no matter their age, they are never too young to learn the gospel. She also describes how praying, reading the Bible, listening to worship music, and anointing your home are all things that change the atmosphere of your home and invites the presence of God into your home. This episode has so many amazing takeaways for mothers, father, grandparents, aunts & uncles or anyone pregnant or wishing to be a parent in the future. The Gospel for Toddlers Book: https://amzn.to/4lTEWIwScriptural references:John 14:6Psalm 101:3Eph. 6:1-3Psalm 139:141 Peter 2:9Matt. 5:14-161 Cor. 2:16Jere. 29:11Eph. 2:10Psalm 127:3Isaiah 54:17Psalm 91:1Psalm 22:3Eph. 4:32Eph. 6:1Phil. 2:141 John 4:8Psalm 107:1Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton discusses Acts 2:42. She dives deep into the structure of how the early church was created. She encourages her listeners that this verse is not only for the church to be modeling after, it is how our daily lives should be models after as believers and the body of Christ. Caroline reads how Christians need to be reading the Bible daily, fellowship, worship, prayer and outreach. She also tells her listeners she attended the Act 242 Conference last year with Jackie Hill Perry & Megan Ashley and goes over her experience there and shares some of her notes she took for how you need to pour into others to create true community. Caroline ends this episode encouraging her listeners to pray this week about where they are lacking in any of these areas and asking the Lord to give them the strength and ability to grow in their weaknesses.Link to Community Episode from Acts 242 Conference: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0vdrBTsIj3UMhfvrkbedy4?si=0KBtOLUETTuBbvgdVQ0pKgStay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton discusses the book of Habakkuk. She relates this small but mighty book with today's climate about how it can feel like there is so much evil happening and we can wonder and cry out to God asking him why he is allowing this. Caroline explains how the enemy wants it to look like evil wins but that is not true. God is the judge, and he promises the justice will prevail. Caroline shares how so many times her in life she has cried out to God, not understanding His ways and the Lord answering but not in the way she thought which is exactly what happened to Habakkuk. The Lord responded to Habakkuk but didn't explain or give an outlet of what He was going to do or why. Even though Habakkuk didn't get the response he was looking for he still praised God. Caroline encourages her listeners to spend time praising God in the middle of the storm, before the breakthrough. Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton discusses grief that can come from being obedient to God. She explains how there can be grief behind the loss of the plans you had in mind, loss of relationships you were praying would be restored, staying quiet when every part of you wants to speak and letting go when you don’t want to. She expresses times when it's hard when God is asking you to obey Him even when you don’t understand but you know His way is better. Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton discusses Luke 19:11-27 about the parable of the Ten Minas. In this story, Jesus tells the parable of the three servants who were giving money to steward and grow. Caroline addresses how God calls believers to steward our finances, our spiritual gifts, our possessions, our time and our relationships. She also discusses how tithing and trusting The Lord with money is one of the most important things you can do to grow God's Kingdom. Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton discusses Luke 16:19-31 about the parable of the rich man and the poor man. In this story, Jesus tells the pharisees about two different men that die with different destinies. One goes to Heaven and the other goes to hell. Caroline speaks on how important we need to take God's Word seriously. She explains how we are not promised tomorrow and we do not know when Jesus is coming back. We do not need to have scared but we need to have a reverent fear of the Lord. She expresses how necessary repentance is and how we need to be building our relationship with God. Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton interviews Raven Hartwell, a Christian Content Creator. Raven is known for her willingness to be obedient to the Lord and share what He is speaking to her about regardless of the backlash she receives. She has gone viral with sharing her testimony about how God restored her marriage after infidelity and experiencing a stillbirth. The conversation explores how to forgive yourself after infidelity, how to break generational curses and how to heal from church hurt. Raven also shares her wisdom on the importance of dreams as well as the importance of spreading the gospel through social media. Catch up on Raven's latest videos! Instagram: @raventhomashartwellTikTok: @ravennhartwellStay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline on IG | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton interviews dear friend, AK Simmons, who shares her powerful testimony of her faith, marriage restoration, and the transformative role of the Holy Spirit. The conversation explores the journey of understanding the Holy Spirit, the importance of surrendering to God, and the challenges faced in marriage. AK recounts her struggles in her marriage that started early on in her marriage. She explains how the Lord worked separately on healing for her and her husband and how God brought them back together for a more restored marriage by both parties being made whole. AK speaks on how Jesus got her through this difficult season by surrounding herself with godly community, worship and prayer. She also shares that God can move miraculously in a marriage with two surrendered hearts. Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton concludes reading through the book of Ruth. She reflects that Boaz is a representation of Jesus. Jesus is our family redeemer, he redeems us from sin, shame and death. Caroline reiterates no matter the circumstance you are going through now, Jesus will redeem and restore. Caroline encourages her listeners that even when they can't see everything God is doing, just trust that He is at work. We can't also connect all the dots on this side of Heaven; just like Ruth didn't know God was making a way in her generational line for the Messiah; but we know he is always at work for our good and His glory. Scriptural references:-Ruth-Lev. 25:23-55-Deut. 25:5-10-John 10:10-Eph. 1:14-Phil. 3:8-Matt. 1Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline Thornton explores the Book of Ruth, emphasizing themes of God's sovereignty, worldly choices, and the importance of faith. She discusses the struggles faced by Naomi and Ruth, highlighting how God works behind the scenes to bring about redemption and grace. The conversation encourages listeners to trust in God's plan, even during difficult times, and to recognize the transformative power of faith in their lives.Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton discusses her part series of idolatry. Today's episode she goes over the idolatry of comfort, self-sufficiency and marriage. She describes how Jesus is our only comfort, everything else is only temporary. She also explains how dangerous the idol of self-sufficiency is because we think we can rely on ourselves and our own strength which is why our society is so depleted right now. And she shared how the idol of marriage is something is has struggled with and how your spouse is not supposed to be your savior, and you are hurting both your spouse and yourself when you have expectations that only God can give you. "More than Anything: Loving God above Everything Else"More Than Anything | Loving God Above Everything Else Bible Study | TDGC – The Daily Grace Co.Scriptural references:2 Cor. 1:3-7John 16:33John 15:1-112 Cor. 12:9-10Romans 10:9John 15

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton discusses idolatry. She identifies the true definition of an idol and how idolatry started with Adam and Eve. She explains when we try to take things into our own hands, when we are impatient and we don't believe God's timing is better, then we are idolizing things and people. She goes into dept about the idol of approval of man and control. Scripture references: -Jonah 2:8 -Romans 1:25-Galatians 1:10 -John 12:43-Exodus 32-Gensis 16Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton discusses the scripture Proverbs 31. She identifies that this message can be helpful for married women or men with or without children, and single women or men. She walks through the chapter and breaks down a more detailed view of this passage. One main take away she explains the power of the tongue. Speaking with authority instead of fear with words that will speak life over your spouse, your family and your specific situations. She also goes over the importance of interceding for your spouse and covering them with prayers by standing in the gap. She also encouraged her listeners to focus on their identities being in Christ.Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton discusses how when we try to be more like Jesus we have a glow about us. People notice you have changed and there is a light when you walk in a room when you work to be more like Christ. She explains praying the armor of God every morning, pray God's will over your own, forgiving easily and fast, asking Holy Spirit before we speak, being obedient and stop gossiping and judging others. Stay connected with Only Hope! Instagram | @onlyhope__podcastTikTok | @caroline_thorntonFollow Caroline | @carolinelevthornton

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton continues her second part episode on how to suffer well. She summarizes how we need to invite Jesus into our suffering instead of praying it away. She discusses how drinking, drugs, food, shopping, bingeing Netflix; all of these things are ways we try to numb the pain but they are only temporary fixes that help us to stop thinking about the pain for just a moment and then we are left with our pain again. Feeling our pain and asking Jesus to comfort us is the only way for true inner healing and she explains how that is hard and scary to feel things we have pushed down for us long but on the other end of that is freedom.

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton speaks on her experience going through trials and tribulations and how to overcame those moments by inviting Jesus to comfort her. She talks about how when we have doubts to bring them to God since he already knows what you are thinking. As humans we don't like suffering, we want to stay comfortable, but Caroline encourages her listeners to lean into the pain instead of using things to numb the pain. Scripture discussed in episode:John 11:21-532 Cor. 4:161 Peter 4:12-13

In this episode of Only Hope Podcast, host Caroline Thornton and guest Jill Blue discuss Jill's journey of healing and transformation. They discuss Jill's new book, 'Weightless: Receiving Freedom from Lies about Your Weight and Value.' Jill is a Christian life coach who uses the Holy Spirit to lead her sessions to help her clients with inner healing. She shares how the Lord took her through inner healing as she was working with her clients. Caroline and Jill discuss the common lies the enemy would tell her to keep her in bondage. The lies she discusses are about self image, where we find our value, God isn't enough, and unforgiveness to name a few. Jill goes over the how to overcome these lies with repentance and prayer inviting Jesus into breaking these lies. Click the link below to order Jill's book!Weightless: Receiving Freedom from Lies About Your Weight & Value.: Blue, Jill: 9798303642966: Amazon.com: Books

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline discusses the profound impact of unforgiveness on our lives and relationships. She shares her personal journey of struggling with unforgiveness, the importance of recognizing it in your relationships, and the transformative power of forgiveness. Caroline emphasizes the need for grace, both for ourselves and others, and highlights the biblical perspective on forgiveness, including Matthew 18:22. Caroline concludes this episode with a forgiveness prayer and a time to sit still and hear what the Lord says the truth is about the situation you have been dealing with. Caroline invites you to pray with her and continue to pray this prayer as many time as you need. Prayer for reference below:● Heavenly Father, I choose from my heart to forgive_______ (the person) for_____________ (what they did).● I release _____ (the person) and cancel their debt to me.● In the name of Jesus, I cancel all of Satan’s power and authority over me in thismemory (or this issue or this situation) because I have forgiven.● In the name of Jesus, I command __________ (see examples below) associatedwith this memory (or situation) to go.● If needed...In the name of Jesus, I command ________ (health problem) to go.● Holy Spirit, I ask You to heal my heart (and body) and tell me Your truth about thissituation. Listen...Some examples of common strongholds to command to go (use those that apply)Rejection, Abandonment, Fear of Rejection, Fear of AbandonmentSelf-hatred, Self-violence, Self-anger, Self-condemnation, Self-bitterness, Self-rejectionBitterness, Unforgiveness, Resentment, Retaliation, Anger, Hatred, Violence, MurderControl, Fear, Fear of Lack, Fear of the future, Fear of _____Guilt, Regret, Sorrow, Shame, Unworthiness, Doubt, Unbelief, Perfectionism, PerformanceAdd Others as Led by Holy Spirit _______________

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline dives into repentance and sharing her personal journey of understanding the importance of true repentance. She emphasizes the need for accountability, the struggle with sin, and the difference between conviction and condemnation. Caroline also discusses the significance of teaching repentance to our children and concludes with a prayer for listeners to find freedom from their struggles with sin.

In this episode of the Only Hope Podcast, Caroline deeps into the topic of fasting, sharing her personal experiences and insights. She covers the purpose of fasting, how she has fasted and how God has moved in her life from fasting. She discusses the purpose behind of fasting and the profound benefits it can bring, including breakthroughs and a closer relationship with God. Caroline emphasizes that fasting is not just about abstaining from food but is a form of worship and a way to deepen one's dependency on God. She also touches on biblical examples of fasting and encourages listeners to consider their own fasting journeys.Scripture from episode: Matthew 7:16-18Mark 9:28-29Examples of fasting from Scripture:David, Hannah, and Jesus

In today's episode Caroline speaks on different ways to hear God's voice. She covers reading scripture, obeying the Lord, being still, asking the Lord questions, and if you hear something write it down and believe it! And sometimes God is silent and that's okay! We need to remember we don't know the entire scope, and this is an invitation to lean in closer to Jesus. He may be waiting for us to lean in closer to him or there is something we need to be learning in this season. Caroline encourages everyone to write down times during the day that the Lord blesses you so you can start to see the Lord at work all around you.

In this episode Caroline discusses how she started incorporating God into every part of her day when she became a mother. These examples can be interchanged with different areas of your live. She explains how she invited God into every part of postpartum and how it gave her peace during such a difficult time. She also expands on unique ways to include your children in your time with the Lord. Let's come together and disciple within our home and bring up the next generation of godly children!

In this episode Caroline continues to discuss the story leading up to the birth of Jesus by digging into Mary & Joseph's journey to Bethlehem, the story behind the shepherds in the field and debunking what you thought you knew about the wise men. Caroline encourages you to have hope like the shepherds and have praise like the wise men. Some of the resources she speaks on are Awe & Wonder from For The Girl Bible Study as well as Luke 2:1-20 and Matthew Chapter 2.

In today's episode Caroline is discussing the background leading up to Jesus' birth. She talks about how important it is to remember what the season of Christmas is all about. After Mary gets visited by the angel Gabriel she is excited to take this leap of faith. Caroline encourages you to think about the nudges that God has been speaking to you about and what your response has been. Some of the resources she discusses is from Awe & Wonder from For the Girl Bible study as well as Isaiah 9:6, Luke 1:5-56. Join along reading a chapter a day in the book of Luke to get an entire understanding of who Jesus is and why we celebrate him.

In today's episode Caroline is talking about finding gratitude during the holiday season. We can always find something to be thankful for. Jesus dying on the cross for us is the ultimate thing to be thankful for. Every gift we have received is a gift from God. And even thanking God for our testimonies! So let's come today and praise God for all he has done for us! The verses discussed in this episode are: Philippians 4:6 Colossians 3:15 James 1:17

Here is a part 2 on my community episode. I go into details of how God has answered my prayers about friendship, how obeyance pays off and the importance of having godly friends in your life.

In today's episode I am discussing the importance of community. I share my background on the struggles I've had trying to build a community of friends. I also discuss how God has led me to be a better friend. Check out the ways that God has helped me grow my community.

Today's episode I will be reading Mark 4: 35-41 the story in the Bible where Jesus was asleep on the boat while there was a storm. The disciples were terrified that they wouldn't make it through the storm and were worried that Jesus was asleep and wouldn't save them. Faith over fear is a big theme in this passage. No storm we have ever been through hasn't gone through the sovereign hands of God. We can't forget so easily about all the blessings and miracles the Lord has given us. Listen in to hear my deep dive into this passage.

In today's episode I discuss going through a hard time in my marriage and I prayed so much for my husband. In God's mercy and grace, He has showed me time and time again the things I needed to fix in my heart, and he did it so gently too! I speak on all the things the Lord showed me that I needed to improve on in my marriage and help me focus on what I can change. Join in to see how I was an ungodly wife!

Hey Y'all! Welcome to my Podcast, Only Hope! In this episode I speak on my background and how I came to the decision to completely surrender my life to Christ after trying to do life my own way. Spoiler Alert! My way didn't work! In this podcast I will be discussing how to implement time with God, Bible Stories, raising God fearing children and different ways God is speaking to me. Buckle up with me along this wild ride!