God And Our Dogs with Meg Grier

In this pondering episode of God and Our Dogs, host Meg Greer welcomes Robin Lowman to reflect on Amy House's story about two very different dogs - Cooper, who's content knowing his owners are nearby, and Siri, who needs to be physically close at all times.

Robin shares beautiful insights about how both approaches mirror our relationship with God - sometimes we rest confidently in His presence, and sometimes we need to press in clo...

Join Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she shares a bonus conversation with CC Smith from Toolbox Studios. CC opens up about finding her three-legged lab, Hank, during a challenging time in her life and how he helped her rediscover the importance of walking, quiet time, and staying connected to God.

In this heartfelt discussion, CC and Meg explore:

Recognizing when you're off track and getting back to spiritual consistency

How God...

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she explores how trust enriches our lives through heartwarming dog stories. This episode features missionary Dan Rosell, who shares how his two Pekingese companions provided comfort during his teenage paper route years, and attorney Sean Lovorn, who recounts his fearless dog Gray Dog's standoff with cattle. Through these stories, discover how the trust our dogs place in us mirrors the tr...

Join host Meg Grier on God and Our Dogs as she interviews Dwaine Rivers of the Rivers Team with Phyllis Browning. Dwaine shares an incredible 12-day journey of faith, persistence, and divine intervention when his daughter's Australian Shepherd, Raya, went missing on her wedding day in Bay City, Texas.

This heartwarming story demonstrates how God's fingerprints appear in unexpected places - from a traumatic storm that caused Raya to...

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she interviews Neva Fernandez, owner of Neva Day Spa in San Antonio and volunteer with Canines for Christ. Discover the heartwarming story of how Henry the Golden Doodle came into Neva's life on Mother's Day 2018 and transformed her world. Learn about their inspiring therapy dog work, bringing comfort to communities in crisis including Rob Elementary and Kerrville, and how Henry's joy to...

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Baron Wiley, Boerne Radio's top cheerleader and the dad of Bernie the dog. In this heartwarming New Year episode, Baron and Meg share holiday highlights, including Baron's incredible interview with Jimmy Hawkins from "It's a Wonderful Life."

Meg reflects on how watching a rescue puppy learn boundaries and trust reminded her of childlike faith and our relationship with God. T...

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Ross Powell, founder of Hope for Hounds and Vice President of Canines for Christ. In this special "Pawndering" episode, Ross and Meg reflect on a touching rescue dog story from Chris Webb, exploring themes of trust, healing, and the parallels between our relationships with dogs and our faith in God. The conversation delves into overcoming past hurts, building trust, and the ...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Stan Leech, athletic director for Boerne ISD and a celebrated Texas high school basketball coach. The show features a story from Jennifer Hill, known as the "dog walking lady," who shares how her daily walks with her dogs became a ministry of connection, prayer, and perseverance. Stan and Meg discuss the impact of small, consistent acts, the importance of community, and...

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Amy Story, President and CEO of the Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation. Amy shares heartfelt stories about her five dogs, focusing on the adventurous journey of Hondo, a Springer Spaniel who went missing for eight days. Through community support, perseverance, and a few unexpected twists, Hondo’s story becomes a touching reflection on trust, belongi...

Discover a new perspective on faith and relationships through the lens of our connections with dogs. In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Lorie Diller, entrepreneur and creator of Eden’s Promise, to reflect on a heartfelt story from guest Stacey Almiguer, they explore themes of trust, service, regret, and the unconditional love that mirrors God’s relationship with us. Lori also shares her journ...

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Joe Carroll, co-founder and International Training Director of Biblical Leadership for Excellence (BLE). In this episode, Joe shares heartfelt and humorous stories about his beagle, Chiefy, and the lessons learned about boundaries, responsibility, forgiveness, and trust—both in family life and the workplace. Discover how our relationships with dogs can reflect our rela...

This episode of "God and Our Dogs" features Sheriff Al Auxier and Deputy Michelle Quaid from the Kendall County Sheriff's Department in Texas. The discussion centers on the department's holistic approach to mental health, the role of dogs—especially Canine Renee—in supporting both officers and the community, and the positive impact of animal-assisted interventions in law enforcement and jail settings. The guests share s...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Dennis Blocker, a war dog trainer, handler, and author of "The Dogs I've Known in Two Wars: Iraq and Afghanistan." Dennis shares fascinating stories about training war dogs, the special bond between handlers and their dogs, and how these experiences have deepened his faith. The conversation explores the parallels between recognizing subtle signs in dogs and noticing God...

This episode of "God and Our Dogs" with host Meg Grier features a bonus conversation with veterinarian Marissa Klein. They discuss the purpose and gifts of dogs, how pets have provided emotional support especially during challenging times like COVID, and how these experiences relate to understanding our own purpose and spiritual gifts. The conversation draws parallels between the roles of dogs and the way people can find purpose an...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes guest Robin Lowman to reflect on the ways we can rely on God as our dogs rely on us. The show features a story from LouAnn Wagner about the protective and comforting role her childhood dogs played in her family. Meg and Robin discuss themes of trust, grace, and the difference between striving for approval and resting in God’s unconditional love. They draw parallel...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs" on Boerne Radio, host Meg Grier welcomes John Tipton, a private investigator and host of the Texas Examiner. John shares heartfelt stories about his dog Festus, discussing the lessons learned from Festus’s journey with diabetes, the bond between dogs and their families, and how these experiences have deepened his faith. The conversation explores themes of trust, resilience, an...

Welcome to "God and Our Dogs" on Boerne Radio! In this episode, host Meg Grier explores the theme of encouragement through stories from guests Dan Liberto and Mandy Jones. Discover how our relationships with dogs can teach us about giving and receiving encouragement, building community, and deepening our faith. Listen as Dan and Mandy share personal stories, biblical insights, and practical tips for fostering encouragement in our l...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Angie Lewis, Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending at Encore Bank in San Antonio. Angie shares the touching story of her family’s rescue dog, Gracie, and how Gracie brought comfort, healing, and faith during challenging times. The conversation explores themes of resilience, trust, and the unexpected ways God provides what we need. Angie also discusses her wo...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Ross Powell, founder of Hope for Hounds and Vice President of Canines for Christ, to ponder the ways we can rely on God as our dogs rely on us. The show features a touching rescue dog story from Chris Webb, exploring themes of trust, healing, and transformation. Ross shares his own experiences with dog adoption, the importance of trust, and draws parallels between our r...