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by Cynthia L. Simmons
How should a godly woman and mother live in a chaotic world? Cynthia L Simmons gets right to the heart of issues a mother needs and combines history with Scripture to offer God's timeless wisdom
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- 2 days ago3 min
The Sisterhood of the Unexpected Storm
In this episode of Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast, we step into the eye of the historical storm. Imagine losing your infant, your husband, and your financial security within a matter of months. People are watching your reaction. Where do you turn?
- 3 weeks ago3 min
Living Heirloom: Dolley Madison's Amazing Blueprint for Mentoring
Legacy. What is it? In this episode, Cynthia L Simmons pours a cup of tea and invites you into Dolley Madison's parlor. History remembers her as the "Queen of Washington," but her greatest work may have been mentoring her great-neice. Adele took those lessons in diplomacy she learned from her aunt and put them to practice in one of the darkest times in history.
- May 7, 20263 min
30 Year Steep: Mother's Day Reflection
Have you ever felt you were in a season of "steeping" while you waited? In this special Mother's Day episode, Cynthia L Simmons invites you to grab a cup of hot tea and step back 1700 years into history to discover the life of one of the most resilient mothers who ever lived: St Monica. The world remembers her son, Augustine of Hippo, yet few people realize the thirty years of tears she shed before she saw the harvest of her prayers. Maybe you are navigating a storm of your own or have a prodigal you long to see return. Just like a good cup of tea, the most profound impact takes time to develop. You'll enjoy the encouragement and comfort as you listen.
- Apr 30, 20262 min
The Cat Who Outlasted Battleships: Unsinkable Sam
Welcome to Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast. I'm your hostess, Cynthia L Simmons, and I have been reflecting on navigating the storms of life. Sometimes the best lessons in resilience and trust come from the most unexpected places. Today, that comes from the deck of a World War II battleship. I delight in finding fun stories, and I love this one. Can you imagine a cat caught in a shipwreck? Cats hate water, yet this sturdy cat survived three. If you love history (like I do) or maybe you need a reminder about holding on during a storm, you will find this story fascinating. Let's look at the story told by sailors and find that anchor we all need.
- Apr 9, 20261 min
The Remarkable Southern Belle Who Refused to Break
Imagine living in the Confederacy during the Civil War. Your friends and acquaintances don't share your value for human life. Even worse, these people expect you to accept the social norms and refuse to see the injustice of slavery. What would you do? Listen to a snippet of Elizabeth Van Lew's story. After the war General Grant thanked her personally. A riveting story!
- Apr 3, 20261 min
The Truth About Why Graves Were Guarded
While researching the Revolutionary War era, I came across a theme of grave robbers, called 'resurrectionists.' People accused Dr. Edward Shippen of stealing bodies to dissect for the medical school in PA. However, as I kept reading, I found the problem started in ancient history and continued into the Victorian era. Join me as we draw parallels between that crime and the beauty of the Easter story.
- Mar 5, 202622 min
Two Women, Two Centuries, One Mission: Mercy Warren and Pam Farrel
Welcome to Heart of the Matter Radio/Podast. Join me and Author Pam Farrel as we dive into the life of Mercy Otis Warren, the woman who used her pen to spark the American Revolution. My dear friend, Pam, is also a best-selling author. We discussed how both women had the moral courage to speak truth to power, then and now. Don't miss this 'bridge' conversation as we head into a powerful season of Revolutionary history this April.
- Feb 26, 20261 min
The Secret Behind Mary Lincoln's Remarkable Instability
Welcome to Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast. Does inner steel have a breaking point? For today, I stepped back in time to cover one of the most misunderstood women in history: Mary Lincoln. Brilliant and fiercely devoted, Mary was 'high-strung' and the pressures she faced dropped her into overwhelming grief. Today we look at her with eyes of compassion and a prayerful heart. Sometimes the strongest among us carry the deepest scars on their heart.
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How should a godly woman and mother live in a chaotic world? Cynthia L Simmons gets right to the heart of issues a mother needs and combines history with Scripture to offer God's timeless wisdom
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