Join host Meg Grier and guest Curtis Bissonnette on "God and Our Dogs" as they explore the parallels between training dogs and developing a relationship with God. Through a story from Jacob about spending time with his dogs, Curtis shares insights from his experience with Labrador retrievers Chip and Grace. They discuss how prayer doesn't need to be formal, the importance of listening and trust, and how dogs looking back to their masters mirrors our need to seek God's direction. Curtis also highlights the student mentoring ministry at Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries.

Timeline

0:00 - Introduction to "God and Our Dogs" with Meg Greer

1:00 - Meet guest Curtis Bissonnette, director at Valero and bird dog enthusiast

1:36 - Jacob's story: Training dogs through spending time together

2:35 - Prayer as conversation: Speaking out loud to God and dogs

4:08 - Curtis reflects: "Just do it" - the importance of listening

5:19 - Moses and God: Speaking face to face as friends (Exodus 33:11)

6:05 - Training Grace: Building relationship through time and obedience

8:45 - Trust and looking back: Young dogs seeking direction from their master

10:37 - God's unique design: Finding our kingdom purpose

11:30 - Hill Country Daily Bread student mentoring ministry

12:32 - Closing and where to find the show

Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com

Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072683640098

God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com.

Air Date: 02/21/26

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In this pondering episode of God and Our Dogs, host Meg Greer welcomes Robin Lowman to reflect on Amy House's story about two very different dogs - Cooper, who's content knowing his owners are nearby, and Siri, who needs to be physically close at all times.

Robin shares beautiful insights about how both approaches mirror our relationship with God - sometimes we rest confidently in His presence, and sometimes we need to press in closer during difficult seasons. The conversation explores:

✨ How we know God is near even without physical presence

✨ The importance of seeking God with our whole heart

✨ Why our relationship with God should grow and deepen over time

✨ Finding shelter and comfort in God during life's storms

✨ Walking through every season of life with Jesus

Robin's touching story about her 19-year-old dog Bailey beautifully illustrates God's promise: "I will be with you even to the end of the age."

Timeline (Chapters)

0:33 - Welcome & Show Introduction

1:01 - What God and Our Dogs Is About

1:25 - Introducing Today's Pondering Format

2:00 - Meet Robin Lowman

2:21 - Amy House's Story: Cooper vs Siri

3:03 - Robin's Reaction: Two Valid Approaches

4:26 - How Do We Know God Is Near?

5:15 - Walking Daily With Jesus

5:38 - Relationship Requires Listening

6:10 - God Wants Our Heart

7:06 - Seeking God With All Your Heart

7:30 - Surrendering to God Daily

7:51 - Growing Relationships Over Time

8:16 - Scripture Reveals New Truths

8:59 - Pressing In During Hard Seasons

9:43 - Bailey's Story: Pressing In for Comfort

10:26 - "I'll Walk You All the Way Home"

10:52 - Seasons of Life

10:55 - Closing Thoughts

11:18 - Where to Find the Show & Outro

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Air Date: 02/14/26

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Join Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she shares a bonus conversation with CC Smith from Toolbox Studios. CC opens up about finding her three-legged lab, Hank, during a challenging time in her life and how he helped her rediscover the importance of walking, quiet time, and staying connected to God.

In this heartfelt discussion, CC and Meg explore:

Recognizing when you're off track and getting back to spiritual consistency

How God nudges us back to Him (like the prodigal son's father)

Finding God in the noise of everyday life

Turning distractions into prayers

The unexpected ways God answers our prayers

Whether you're a dog lover, a person of faith, or someone seeking peace in a noisy world, this conversation offers beautiful insights on building a natural, ongoing relationship with God—just like the relationship we have with our dogs.

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Timeline

0:00

Introduction to God and Our Dogs podcast

0:41

How stories with dogs help us understand Christ's love

1:03

Introducing CC Smith and her three-legged lab, Hank

1:33

Getting back on track when life distracts you

2:08

Recognizing when something's off and starting again without guilt

2:40

The parable of the prodigal son and God's welcome

3:01

Personal relationship with God vs. rote prayer

3:37

God appreciates the effort even when your heart isn't fully in it

4:33

How to listen for God in a noisy world

4:58

The importance of forming your conscience and self-regulation

5:50

Recognizing God's messages in unexpected moments

6:36

How Hank helped CC get back to walking and quiet time

7:12

God answers prayers in unexpected, creative ways

7:50

Using imagination over reason in your relationship with God

8:30

Prayer as an ongoing conversation throughout the day

9:12

"Praying without ceasing" - turning distractions into prayers

10:21

Finding inner peace despite the world's craziness

10:46

Closing thoughts and where to find the podcast

Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com

Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072683640098

God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com.

Air Date: 02/09/26

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