The Word on Wednesdays with Pastor Tony and Laura Simon
Join Pastor Tony and Lady Laura Simon from Covenant City Fellowship (Santa Ana, California) for authentic, engaging Bible study conversations that bring scripture to life. Every Wednesday, the Simons dive deep into God's Word with practical teaching, relatable discussions, and transparent dialogue about faith, family, and following Christ.
Through verse-by-verse study, thought-provoking questions, and interactive community engagement, this podcast creates a virtual Bible study experience where believers can grow in their understanding of scripture and apply biblical principles to everyday life. Whether you're wrestling with tough questions, seeking spiritual growth, or looking for a faith community that keeps it real, The Word on Wednesday offers biblical teaching with honesty, humor, and heart.
Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their faith walk, understand scripture in context, and connect with a community that values truth over tradition. New episodes every Wednesday.
The Word on Wednesdays with Pastor Tony and Laura Simon
Thinking Outside the Religious Box
In this episode of 'Late Night Lattes, Laughter and Life, Lady Laura addresses the importance of thinking outside the religious box, being transparent, and the struggles of overcoming fear and self-doubt when embarking on God's missions. Lady Laura emphasizes reaching out to non-believers, dealing with emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical baggage, and fulfilling one's purpose with courage and conviction. The episode encourages authenticity, vulnerability, and the importance of extending grace over judgment.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
04:40 Adjusting the Schedule
06:01 Tonight's Lesson: Thinking Outside the Religious Box
07:36 Personal Reflections and Transparency
09:12 Challenges and Overcoming Fear
11:48 The Importance of Authenticity
21:53 Biblical Insights and Teachings
32:34 Encouragement and Closing Remarks
Laura Simon is a passionate speaker who has a special place in her heart for pastors' wives, millennials, extraordinary women, and women's and men's ministry leaders, and she loves helping them live authentic lives within the "fishbowl" in and out of church culture.
She is an award-winning, best-selling author and frequent speaker who has combined her educational background and pastor-wife-life experience to give her the unique ability to bridge the gap between fiction and reality.
She is a contributing author for She Writes for Him: Black Voices of Wisdom and her articles and devotionals have appeared in Leading Hearts magazine and Arise Daily devotions.
Laura lives in Orange County, California, with her Man-Hubby. They have two young adulting daughters and two college-aged sons.
They lovingly lead Covenant City, a wonderfully colorful congregation of vibrant members who love Jesus, food, fellowship, and fun. She'd love to hear from you and can be reached by filling out the contact form below.