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U.S. Air Date: June 23, 2009

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

Marilyn and Paul 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 2 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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