This week is the start of a two part theology series with our friend, Dr. Joel Muddamalle. We do our best to answer what roles the New Testament allows women to have in ministry. Joel serves as the Director of Theology and Research at Proverbs 31 Ministries. He’s also written a brand new book called “The Hidden Peace”. You can pick up his book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400335329?tag=wpublishing-20
In this week’s episode we talk about JP’s recent experience at a theme park and how that made him aware of our spiritual battle. We live in a spiritual world, and we need to make sure we’re equipped to fight back against the forces of darkness. We don’t need to live scared, but we do need to be mindful!
We make thousands of decisions each day, but not all of them are good ones! In this episode, we talk with pastor and author, Craig Groeschel, about how we can learn to make better decisions. You can pick up his new book “Think Ahead” here: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Ahead-Decisions-God-Honoring-Tomorrow/dp/0310366569/ref=sxts_entity_rec_bsx_s_def_r00_t_aufl?content-id=amzn1.sym.a36c3969-f821-4d5b-a8e8-be129cf4aa4a%3Aamzn1.sym.a36c3969-f821-4d5b-a8e8-be129cf4aa4a&crid=3VCIT7XNS8KRR&cv_c...
All of us have emotions, but not all of us know what to do with them. In this episode we talk to speaker and author, Jennie Allen, on how we can learn from our emotions, while not letting our emotions rule over us! Pick up her new book “Untangle Your Emotions” here: https://www.amazon.com/Untangle-Your-Emotions-Naming-Knowing/dp/0593193415
Friday Q&A with JP is one of our favorite things, so we wanted to bring a piece of it to the podcast! We get questions from listeners all the time and aren’t always able to answer them. On this episode we try to rapid fire ask the questions that you want answered!
Some of us have been carrying around sin for years all the while promising that this time will be the last time. In this episode we talk about how to truly kill sin. Your sin isn’t providing you a full life, it’s keeping you from it!
This past year we have seen some amazing moves of God within the lives of college students. From Asbury to Passion, it feels like God is doing a new thing in the next generation. In this episode we talk about revival and how we can play a role in it happening!
John Mark has written a new book called “Practicing the Way” about how we can live with Jesus and live in the ways of Jesus. Jesus has shown us how to live, now we have to actually follow Him. You can buy his new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Practicing-Way-Jesus-Become-like/dp/0593193822?nodl=1&dplnkId=201b9d35-dcd6-4d79-84ff-a88b290b783a
This week we talk with former country music artist turned pastor Granger Smith about his new book “Like a River”. Granger lost his son in a tragic accident and that moment changed the trajectory of Granger’s life. Hear how God has used that tragedy in the episode and buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Like-River-Finding-Strength-Heartache/dp/1400334365/ref=asc_df_1400334365?nodl=1&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=642135968839&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=674130054459458...
Each New Year, many of us are resolved to be better. In this episode we talk about what resolutions to make and how to
Sometimes being home for Christmas can feel magical…sometimes it doesn’t. There can be conflict with family or a tendency to fall back into sin. In this episode we help you prepare to do well at home no matter your situation
When does following the rules become problematic for your heart? In Scripture we see people like the Pharisees who learned to love rules more than they loved God. How can we make sure we aren’t too legalistic while maintaining a desire to live righteously?
In this week’s episode, JP sits down with our friends from the Heart of Dating Podcast! They have a wide ranging conversation on all things dating. If you’re single or dating, you don’t want to miss this episode!
Since we live in a broken world, suffering is inevitable. What is not inevitable is suffering without hope. Because of the gospel we have directions on how to suffer and how to help others when they are suffering.
This week we have an honest and insightful conversation with musical artist and author KB. KB has written songs with deep meaning and here we get to know the man behind the songs!
What’s the problem with having too much of something? In this episode we talk about gluttony and how it has a sneaky impact on our life. Our culture typically celebrates having more when it may actually be a sin.
We will spend a large percentage of our life at work. If that’s the case, we better learn how to work well! In this episode we talk about how you can stand out at work and why the Lord is honored by it!
There are wars, rumors of wars, famines, and many other hardships. It certainly feels like the times Scripture describes about Jesus’ return! In this episode we talk about if Jesus is returning soon and how we can prepare for it.
How can Scripture say that God is love and that we should approach Him with fear? In this episode we talk to author and pastor, John Bevere about how we can approach God and hear from God. He’s written a book called “The Awe of God” you can buy here: https://a.co/d/1Q6fvW6
Can you desire to have great sex as a Christian? In this episode we talk about how you can have great sex and how it’s different from how the world views it. Sex is created by God and it should be enjoyed!
If you desire to be married, you’ve maybe been told to pray for your future spouse. Author and pastor Scott Kedersha has put together an amazing resource that will help you know what to pray for! If you are dating or engaged, these are great prayers for your relationship!
Many of us think if we just had a little bit more money we’d be happier. This week we talk to John Rinehart about why that isn’t the case! A rich life isn’t necessarily a wealthy life! Pick up his book “Gospel Patrons” here: https:// www.gospelpatrons.org/books/gospel-patrons
In the middle of all of your worries and pain and loneliness, you’re not alone! Lisa Whittle has written a book called “God Knows” about how God is with you through it all. You don’t need to fix your life on your own because God is with you and for you! You can find Lisa’s book here: https:// www.lisawhittle.com/godknows
If you’ve been in church, you’ve probably seen baptisms and you maybe even have been baptized. But what does baptism mean? Do we need it to be saved? If not, why would we even be baptized? We answer those questions and more on this week’s episode!
Most people are looking for love, they just don’t really know where to find it. In this episode we talk with author Madison Prewett Troutt about her experience with finding love. You can read more in her brand new book “The Love Everybody Wants”! Find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Everybody-Wants-Looking-Already/dp/0593445244?nodl=1&dplnkId=87a6c492-6c6a-46e6-99d7-21b8fdd57776...
Are angels and demons actually involved in our life? This week we talk through spiritual warfare and how to make sure you’re not losing the battle. We need not fear because the battle has been won!
Does conflict mean that your relationships are healthy or unhealthy? Conflict is always an opportunity for restoration. In this episode we talk how to conflict well!
We’re not getting better at disagreeing. While we’re called to be ministers of reconciliation, sometimes the Church is better known for our division. In this episode we talk to Mike Donehey about disagreement, forgiveness, and God’s grace. You can check out his book “Grace in the Gray” here: https://www.amazon.com/Grace-Gray-More-Loving-Disagree/dp/0593194187?nodl=1&dplnkId=31651a00-4c0a-4180-b3c2-ff2dd1eec060...
Many of us struggle to have an active and thriving prayer life. This week we talk with Addison Bevere about why we should love to pray! You can check out his book “Words with God” here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0800737016/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Many people see singleness as a waiting period for the next stage of life. We talk to Tara-Leigh Cobble about why you don’t have to wait to get out of singleness. You can want a spouse, and also have a blast for the glory of God in singleness!
