“Deconstruction” is a buzzword in many Christian circles and we’re here to tell you the potential opportunities and dangers that can be found in deconstruction. If you’re going through a season of doubt or questioning, check out this podcast for a helpful resource! Helpful resources mentioned in this weeks episode: becomingsomething.com gotquestions.org carm.org probe.org bibleproject.org...
In this week's episode we talk about the mathematics of following Jesus. What does that mean you ask? Every year, JP subtracts something from his life so that it might add to his faith. To hear how that might impact your life, take a listen to this episode!
Every single day of your life there is a battle for your mind, and we want to make sure you win it. The narrative that the media and social media gives you is rarely the good or godly narrative. In this episode, we do our best to equip you with the tools needed to keep yourself from conforming to the thoughts of this world.
This week we talk to Kyle Idleman who is the Senior Pastor at Southeast Christian Church. We talk with him about what it actually means to influence people. He just released a brand new book called "One at a Time". Pick up the book here: https://www.amazon.com/One-Time-Unexpected-Wants-Change-ebook/dp/B09B2PLJRZ
In this week's episode we compile a lot of listener's questions on sex and give you our answers! If you're looking for an honest conversation on what to expect with sex, check out this episode!
In this week's episode we talk to the one and only Jackie Hill Perry about the topic of holiness. She wrote a brand new book on this topic and we had a great conversation about the character of God, the importance of Scripture, and how holiness is a better way to live. Get her book "Holier Than Thou" here: https://www.amazon.com/Holier-Than-Thou-Holiness-Helps/dp/1535975717/ref=asc_df_1535975717/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=509467422400&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1380342126...
This episode comes out the week of Christmas, and for many listeners Christmas means lots and lots of family time. We address what that time should look like when family time typically means conflict. We discuss forgiveness, boundaries, and making the most of time with family.
In this week's episode we talk about whether or not Christians can or should drink alcohol. Is it a sin to be tipsy? Is it a sin to drink around non-Christians? Find out the answers on this episode! (disclaimer: we exchanged gifts at the beginning. If you are just looking for the content on this topic skip ahead to 15:30)
In this episode we talk about how eternity changes your today. If you're a believer in Jesus, you know you're going to Heaven, but what difference does that make on your life right now? Listen to find out!
If you're a guy who is single or dating, we're here to help you lookout for RED FLAGS from any girl you might be interested in. We talk about traits in girls that should make you pause (or even break up). Girls...check out this episode to know the type of woman godly guys are looking for!
If you're a girl who is single or dating, we're here to help you lookout for RED FLAGS from any guy you might be interested in. We talk about traits in guys that should make you pause (or even break up). Guys...check out this episode to know the type of man godly women are looking for!
We're joined by author and podcaster, Jamie Ivey, this week to talk all things identity. We discuss how to get over comparison, how to know your gifts, and how to actually like your gifts. You're going to love hearing from the gift that is Jamie Ivey! You can listen to her podcast "The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey" or order her books here: https://www.jamieivey.com
Faith is a word that is thrown around in Christian circles, but what does it really mean? What does it mean to have faith? What does it take to grow your faith? And what does faith look like in real life? We answer all of those questions and more on this episode!
Jonathan Pokluda discusses the challenges of decision-making in young adulthood, from career changes to relationship choices. He introduces a structured approach: gathering a trusted community, presenting information, fielding questions, and listening to biblically-informed counsel. The episode stresses that collective wisdom, not individual isolation, leads to safer and more God-honoring decisions, reinforced by practical examples and scriptural insights.
In this episode we talk about talking to God. Why should we pray? What does prayer accomplish? We ask all those questions and more to Derwin Gray, who just wrote a fantastic book on prayer called "God, do you hear me?". Pick up the book here: https://www.amazon.com/God-Do-You-Hear-Me/dp/B09HSTP7QS/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Derwin+gray&qid=1634764557&qsid=147-7132712-8088650&sr=8-2&sres=1535995734%2C1400230489%2C1535995718%2CB00DTX1T1E%2C1535994894%2CB01FGL3ZQI%2CB00QL9LFAS...
On this weeks episode we cover A LOT of ground on the topic of singleness and dating. Lisa Anderson, who is the director of Boundless at Focus on the Family, joins us to help answer questions y'all have been sending our way. To buy Lisa's book "The Dating Manifesto" click here: https://family.christianbook.com/dating-manifesto-drama-pursuing-marriage-purpose/lisa-anderson/9781434708878/pd/708872?p=1159433&event=ORC...
In this episode we talk all things envy and jealousy. How can you combat the desire to have what other people have? How can you learn to celebrate other's successes rather than resent them for it? We address all of that and more on this week's episode!
In this week's episode, we're joined by David Marvin who is the author of the new book "We're All Freaking Out (and why we don't need to)". We have a discussion on anxiety and its' impact on our generation. If you want to pick up a copy of David's book click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PYJSTLZ/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
In this week's episode we talk about how authoritative the Bible should be in our walk with Jesus. Can we trust it? How can we interpret something written thousands of years ago? We answer those questions and more!
The most questions we get from y'all are BY FAR on the topic of dating. We took a few of them and packed them into this podcast. We cover things like DTR's, expectations, dating the wrong person, and more.
This week we talk about the role of the megachurch in the modern church landscape. We've seen many megachurches fall because of leadership that isn't submitted to Jesus. Does that mean megachurches are bad? What makes a church biblical? We talk about all of this and more on this week's episode!
In this week's episode we talk about how feelings and faith interact. Can we trust our feelings? Should we make decisions based off of our feelings? We talk about all of that and more!
In this week's episode we talk about the rise of cynicism within Christianity and if it is at odds with the gospel. How can we be optimistic when things in the world look so grim?
In the Great Commission, Jesus gave us the command to go and make disciples. In this episode we talk about what that practically looks like. What does it mean to make disciples? What does it mean to be discipled? If you want to grow in your faith and help others grow in their faith, check out this episode!
Are you feeling lukewarm in your faith but don't want to be? This episode is for you! Here we describe the characteristics of a lukewarm faith and how to get out of it. We also talk about how to challenge believers in our life who seem to be lukewarm in their walk with Christ.
Whether you've moved to a new city and are looking for a church or are unsatisfied with your current church, we are here to help! In this episode we talk about the characteristics of a healthy church and the things you should keep in mind as you are looking. We also talk about whether streaming services online can count as your church.
Our world is quick to take sides and call names, all the while without actually taking time to listen. In this episode we talk about the term "gaslighting" and how we see it take place in our culture. We also discuss how Christians can respond differently to areas of disagreement.
Shane and Shane!!! We're joined by two legends who talk with us about how they got into leading worship, the meaning of their new album, and why Shane and Shane sing Scripture. Check out their new album, "Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs" wherever you listen to music!
The workplace is a very different place than it used to be just a decade ago. Working from home and casual workspaces are far more prevalent than ever. In this episode we talk about why professionalism still matters, even in different working environments. JP talks through why professionalism can honor God and love others well. If you have a job, or ever plan to have a job, check out this episode!
In this episode we promise to help make your wedding the most EPIC and INSTAGRAMABLE wedding of the year! Ok...maybe not. But we do try to help you prepare a wedding that will honor God and encourage those around you. We talk everything from budget, to invite list, to what we'd do over for our own weddings. Before you say "I do", check out this episode!
