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U.S. Air Date: June 22, 2009

Overcoming the Shame of the Past (Part 1 of 2)

Marilyn Hontz

Author Marilyn Hontz talks about her painful childhood and explains how she found freedom from the shame of her past through her relationship with Jesus Christ. (Part 1 of 2)

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Online Forum with Marilyn Hontz
Join broadcast guest Marilyn Hontz online from 1-3 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, June 23.
Shame Lifter Chapter 1
Read the first chapter of Marilyn Hontz's book. (PDF document)
Recognizing a Shame Receiver
Do you live in shame? Here are some characteristics of "shame receivers" from Marilyn Hontz's book. (PDF document)
Father's Love Letter
A love letter from God written for you. Meditate on these verses, especially as you seek to overcome the shame of a difficult past. (PDF document)

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Guest Biography

Paul and Marilyn Hontz Marilyn Hontz is a public speaker and the author of two books, Shame Lifter and Listening for God. She is also a part-time substitute teacher's aide who works with special needs kids. Marilyn's husband, Paul, is a senior pastor at Central Wesleyan Church in Holland, Mich. The couple has five grown children and six grandchildren.

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November 9, 2009:
November Update from Focus on the Family
November 10, 2009:
The Kids Are Gone — Now What?
November 11, 2009:
Pardoned by God's Grace
November 12, 2009:
Frugal Living in a Tough Economy (Part 1 of 2)
November 13, 2009:
Frugal Living in a Tough Economy (Part 2 of 2)
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