Thank for you listening to our podcast! It has been such a privilege getting to share the things that are important to us with you. We don't know what the future might hold for Jack and Madde, but we'll keep you in the loop. Some questions for reflection: 1. What did you learn about yourself this year? 2. Were there any ways that you surprised yourself this year? 3. What accomplishment/moment were you most proud of this year? 4. How would you like to grow next year? Are there new skills you woul...
May 26, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 23
If we are called to follow Jesus and build our life after his example, it's pretty important to be well acquainted with the life he lived. Over the last few episodes, we've been taking a look at Jesus. In this episode, we take a look at the who Jesus is now and how he wants to interact with us.
Apr 22, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 22
If we are called to follow Jesus and build our life after his example, it's pretty important to be well acquainted with the life he lived. Over the next few episodes, we will be taking a look at Jesus. In this episode, we take a look at the ways Jesus amazes us.
Apr 15, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 21
If we are called to follow Jesus and build our life after his example, it's pretty important to be well acquainted with the life he lived. Over the next few episodes, we will be taking a look at Jesus. In this episode, we take a look at the ways Jesus drew near to people.
Apr 08, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 20
We're beginning a new series! Over the next few episodes, we will be taking a look at Jesus. If we are called to follow Jesus and build our life after his example, it's pretty important to be well acquainted with the life he lived. In this episode, we take a look at Jesus' gentleness.
Mar 25, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode, Jack and Madde wrap up our series on spiritual habits. If you are interested in finding resources on the spiritual habits we've covered so far, click on the link below. https://sites.google.com/gisthailand.org/gis-spiritual-life/student-tools
Mar 18, 2022•14 min
In this episode, Jack and Madde continue our series on spiritual habits by having a conversation about mourning and celebration. These emotions are an important part of being human, but sometimes they can be difficult to understand. If you are interested in finding resources on mourning and celebration, click on the link below. https://shereadstruth.com/weeping-and-rejoicing-with-others/
Mar 04, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode, Jack and Madde continue our series on spiritual habits by having a conversation about prayer. Prayer can seems so simple, yet really complicated. We hope to bring prayer down to earth and share some encouragement on how to relationally engage God through talking with him. If you are interested in finding resources on prayer, click on the link below. https://sites.google.com/gisthailand.org/gis-spiritual-life/student-tools/prayer...
Feb 25, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode, Jack and Madde continue our series on spiritual habits by having a conversation about silence and solitude. These two habits are essential for followers of Jesus to create spaces to connect with him. If you are interested in finding resources on silence and solitude, click on the link below. https://sites.google.com/gisthailand.org/gis-spiritual-life/student-tools/silence-and-solitude
Feb 12, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode, Jack and Madde continue our series on spiritual habits by having a conversation about Scripture. Many of us know that we should be reading our Bibles, but do we have a compelling reason for why? If you are interested in finding resources on different spiritual habits that can help you start reading your Bible, click on the link below. https://sites.google.com/gisthailand.org/gis-spiritual-life/student-tools/scripture...
Feb 03, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode, Jack and Madde kick off our series on spiritual habits by having a conversation about rest. In our ultra-hurried world, are there habits that can slow us down and provide space for us to connect with God? Yes there are! If you are interested in finding resources on different spiritual habits that create space for rest, you click on the link below. https://sites.google.com/gisthailand.org/gis-spiritual-life/student-tools...
Jan 28, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 13
We engage in habits everyday–good and bad. Habits are the rhythms that make up who we are and shape who we are becoming. Are there habits that can shape us more into people who love God and love others? We're starting a new series to talk about it! In this episode, Jack and Madde talk about what spiritual habits are and why they are important parts of the Christian life. If you are interested in finding resources on different spiritual habits, you click on the link below. https://sites.google.co...
Jan 21, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Is singleness really a gift? We hear this all the time, but if your single and being honest, it doesn't always feel like a gift. In this episode, Jack and Madde share some thoughts on singleness and how they've grown in their understanding of this part of life.
Dec 17, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Dating can be pretty awkward, funny, and sometimes heartbreaking. In this episode, Jack and Madde share some thoughts on how we can approach dating in a life-giving way. This episode covers the topic in a very general way, so don't expect the ins and outs of how to get that girl/guy to fall in love with you
Dec 10, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 10
If you're alive, you have parents! In this episode, Jack and Madde share some thoughts on why our relationships with our parents are so important and how we can honor them well.
Dec 03, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 9
We often hear that we should have a mentor, but why? In this episode, Jack and Madde share some thoughts on the benefits of seeking out an older and wiser follower of Jesus to help you in you faith journey.
Nov 26, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Guy/girl friendships don't have to be weird! In this episode, Jack and Madde share some thoughts about why these friendships are important and some pitfalls to avoid.
Nov 19, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Who are the people you want to share both the highs and the lows of life with? Jack and Madde start this series off with an overview of friendship and its importance in our lives.
Nov 12, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This is one of the major questions of life. In this episode, Jack and Madde share about our identity in Christ and how God's truth helps us answer this question. Some important books that have helped Jack and Madde on this topic of identity in Christ include: Victory Over Darkness by Neil Anderson, Abba's Child by Brennan Manning, The Gift of Being Yourself by David Benner, Hinds Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard, The God of All Comfort by Hannah Whitall Smith, and The Chronicles of Narnia b...
Nov 05, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 5
This one is a biggie! In this episode, Jack and Madde share some thoughts on how they have encountered this question and come to a place of peace with it. If you would like to talk more with Jack and Madde about the invitation to a life with Jesus, you can contact them at spirituallife@gisthailand.org.
Oct 29, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 4
What do you do about those movies, albums, or books that could go either way? They're not completely bad, but they're not G-rated. How do you discern what to do? Jack and Madde share some thoughts from their journeys on underlying questions to help guide you in developing your convictions.
Oct 22, 2021•18 min
This week Jack and Madde cover the question, "What is a calling and how do I find it?" From Frozen 2 to Venn-Triagrams, our duo explores the question from multiple angles.
Oct 15, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 2
We're all on a journey. In this first episode, Jack and Madde take some time to describe who they are and what this podcast will be about. This is Getting There with Jack and Madde.
Oct 12, 2021•7 min•Season 1Ep. 1