Truth Talks with Tara

Tara Sun

Truth Talks with Tara, hosted by popular author and speaker, Tara Sun, is dedicated to helping you know, love and live God's Word. If you want to uncomplicate Scripture, or you're looking for biblical advice on life, relationships, motherhood, and anything in between, this podcast is for you. Join Tara and her friends to hear real conversations about how to live out your faith.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Truth Talks with Tara episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Truth Talks with Tara for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Truth Talks with Tara episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Raising Godly Kids In A Secular Culture with Melissa Kruger

Truth Talks with Tara

04/02/24 • 39 min

Every parent worries about this: How are we supposed to raise godly children in a secular age? Some people even fear having kids in the first place for fear of the cultural pressures and challenges they may face. That's why Melissa Kruger wrote her book, Parenting with Hope. Whether you're a young parent, a parent to teenagers or adults, or in between, this episode is for you. Melissa is the director of content for The Gospel Coalition, author, and writer. Tara and Melissa's conversation is lighthearted with lots of laughs over what it's like raising energetic children, encouraging truth on how we as parents can build a secure foundation in Christ for our families, the power of praying for our children and more.

Grab a copy of "Parenting with Hope."

Connect with Melissa on Instagram and beyond.

Need a book to read for Lent? Grab a copy of Tara's book on SALE: "Surrender Your Story" here.

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How To Quit The Cycle of Bad Habits and Sin

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06/11/24 • 38 min

Have you ever felt hopeless or discouraged, stuck in your loop of habitual sin or shame? We've all been there, but we don't have to stay there. If you've ever thought that you couldn't possibly break free from your secret sin or live any different than you are now, you're in the right place. Kirby Kelly, great friend of mine and new author of "You Can Be Free" is here to share candidly about her secret struggles, how she overcame them with Christ, and so many more theological tidbits that are a breath of fresh air.

Connect with Kirby and get her book here.

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Connect with Tara:

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There's Hope In Your Suffering with Dr. Curt Thompson

Truth Talks with Tara

10/17/23 • 29 min

Culture will say run as fast as possible away from suffering. Culture will give you a quick fix for relief. But Christ says that through suffering, we can form durable hope, an eternal perspective, and lasting community. Dr. Curt Thompson, Christian psychiatrist and author, joins Tara behind the mic to talk all things suffering. We all go through it - so why don't suffer well? Learn how to persevere, let God heal you, create a "confessional community" and so much more.

Grab Curt's book, The Deepest Place, today. https://curtthompsonmd.com/books/

Connect with him, his practice, and his podcast: https://curtthompsonmd.com/

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Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here.

Connect with Tara on:

Instagram

Her website

Her discount code page

YouTube

The free, email family

Shop Tara's stickers

Sponsor a child through Compassion

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The Key To Stopping Your Negative Thoughts From Spiraling with Dwell Differently

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05/14/24 • 30 min

You don't have to keep spiraling. Negative thoughts do not have to own you. If you've ever been caught in a trap of toxic thoughts or have ever struggled to dwell and meditate on God's Word with the noise around you, you're going to want to download and listen to this episode ASAP. Vera Schmitz, of Dwell Differently, is on the show to talk about how to do things differently: how to meditate on God's Word, how to memorize Scripture in a way that blesses you (and isn't a chore, it's actually fun and CUTE), and so much more.

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Connect with Dwell Differently and grab their book!

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Connect with Tara:

Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion

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An Intentional Lent Season For The Christian Woman

Truth Talks with Tara

02/20/24 • 32 min

This episode is for the girl who wants to pursue this Lent season with intentionality, not legalism, and devotion to God, not distraction. We're diving into what Lent is, it's history, some practical suggestions for how and what to fast, and so much more. If you're tired, overwhelmed, hopeful, or happy, this podcast will ignite a desire in you to increase intimacy with God and see Lent as a life-giving season in preparation for Jesus' death and resurrection.

Need a book to read for Lent? Grab a copy of Tara's book on SALE: "Surrender Your Story" here.

OUR SPONSORS:

Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month.

Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift!

Connect with Tara on:

Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion

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Realistic Ways to Include God In Your Daily Routine

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01/23/24 • 33 min

God is stirring something up in His people... a desire to spend more time with Him and push against the excuse that life is too busy and full. Today's episode answers the question, "How do I include God in my daily activities?", one of Tara's most popular Instagram DM's lately. Tune in as Tara breaks down a popular passage in Scripture to encourage us all how to be faithful to God daily and eleven realistic ways for you to spend time with God in the middle of a busy life and schedule.

Tara's Spotify worship playlist

Tara's book, Surrender Your Story (audiobook available here too)

Tara's favorite Christian books

Tara's favorite journaling and study Bibles (MISSTARASUN for 10% off)

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Connect with Tara on:

Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion

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10 Questions To Ask If You Want To Grow With God In The New Year

Truth Talks with Tara

12/26/23 • 25 min

In this episode, you'll hear Tara share about a non-overwhelming, grace-filled way to approach the New Year and resolutions. How can we look back at this last year, learn from it, and move forward with God in a new one? How can we make plans, set intentions, and dream about our lives while still living surrendered and trusting God in the unknown? You'll hear practical truths from God's Word as well as 10 questions that you can ask yourself in all areas - spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically.

Grab a copy of "Surrender Your Story" here.

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8 Simple Ways to Teach Your Littles About Jesus

Truth Talks with Tara

07/23/24 • 40 min

It's time to move from "intimidated" to "attainable" when it comes to teaching your littles about Jesus. Trust me - I'm no expert, but I have learned a thing or two about integrating gospel-moments and the Word of God into our daily routine that has been such a blessing for everyone. In this episode, I'm sharing eight ways that Michael and I practically include Jesus in Hunter's day, while teaching him about the gospel. Plus - they're FUN. Whether you're a mama, caregiver, babysitter, or hopeful mama one day, you'll walk away with at least one (IF NOT MORE) life-giving tool to use today.

LINKS TO RESOURCES:

Slugs and Bugs (Bible memory songs)

Veggie Tales Podcast

Tiny Theologians Shop (flashcards, workbooks, puzzles, and more): use code TARASUN for 10% off

Jesus Storybook Bible

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Getting Unstuck, Friendships That Last, and Living Truly Happy with Jeanine Amapola

Truth Talks with Tara

04/16/24 • 37 min

We all want to be happy and healthy, right? But how do we find our way there when the world tells us one thing, and God tells us another? Jeanine Amapola, author and podcaster, is with me today to remind you that you're not alone in your sin cycles, addictions, or shame. We're here to tell you that the happy and healthy life you long for is found in Christ. The meaningful relationships and friendships and careers and ministries you long for are found in Christ. Jeanine lived enslaved by alcohol and toxic relationships until she found that God's Word actually has freedom and advice for everything in life. Tune in for a bold and to-the-point episode about how to get unstuck, how knowing Jesus changes everything (and I mean everything), meaningful friendships that last and more.

Check out "Happy and Healthy."

Connect with Jeanine on Instagram.

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OUR SPONSORS:

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Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift!

Connect with Tara on:

Instagram / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion

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You Can Be Free from P*rn and Sexual Sin with John-Michael Bout and Jacob Vaulk

Truth Talks with Tara

11/14/23 • 38 min

This episode isn't your typical p*rnography conversation. John-Michael and Jacob Vaulk of Into the Light Ministries bring grace, hope, and unwavering truth to this conversation. They are the producers of an incredible crowd-funded documentary on bringing p*rnography and s*xual sin into the light to be met by God's love and transformation. And news flash: This isn't just a "guy" problem. Women struggle too, and you don't have to live in shame. Listen in for a conversation on why this isn't talked about enough with women, the hope that the gospel brings through heart change, how to handle technology and erotica, and even how to prepare your children for the dangers of p*rnography.

You won't regret watching the documentary, free to you and crowd-funded: https://www.intothelightdocumentary.com/

Connect with Into the Light and what they're doing with amazing people like David Platt, as well as other future resources: https://www.instagram.com/intothelightdocumentary/

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Grab a copy of Tara's book: "Surrender Your Story" here.

Did you hear the news on Instagram? I created a FREE, 9 page downloadable: "38 Things To Do and Enjoy On The Sabbath." Inside you'll find a mini devotional on the heart behind Sabbath, how to fight for it, and 38 suggested activities to enjoy God's presence in rest, and not hustle. Find it here: https://tarasun.myflodesk.com/sabbath

Connect with Tara on:

Instagram

Her website

Her discount code page

YouTube

The free, email family

Shop Tara's stickers

Sponsor a child through Compassion

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