We are all on a journey in life. Some days its a struggle, but it doesn't mean it has to be difficult. We are instructed throughout the Scripture how we can approach life and find peace in the midst of the struggles. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths." - Proverbs 3:5-6 Jesus told us He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6) and there is peace available through Him (Philippia...
Jan 16, 2022•34 min•Season 4Ep. 75
Have you ever seen the return of the star athlete? The one that everyone wants on the team, but they had to go through a rehab and struggle following an injury? Maybe they came back better...maybe they weren't, but it wasn't their skill, their talent, or even their game that the coach wanted...he just wanted them... Listen. Take it all in. Just please...hear what I have to say about my current situation, the lessons learned, and the road ahead. I hope and pray that it will bless you in some way!...
Dec 09, 2021•32 min•Season 4Ep. 74
Due to a couple of unforeseen situations, we had to take a couple weeks off from doing the podcast. We hope to be back soon with some more great shows for you. Keep praying and keep trusting God! Thanks for understanding! Thank you for being a part of Where the Wild Things Aren't!
Dec 05, 2021•2 min
EPISODE 73: The "WOW" Moment I don't know what else to call it. That moment that something clicks....that moment that the Scripture speaks to you in a way you have never seen before... But... On a deeper level, that moment that God changes the game and shows you He has been working on it since the day you were born...Just listen...
Nov 12, 2021•30 min•Season 4Ep. 73
Episode 72: Adverse Reactions We all deal with adversity in life. The reality is that Jesus told us we would face troubles in this world; and James reminded us that troubles develop our perseverance. The question is: How well are we handling it? Looking to a few examples in Scripture, we can see what (and what not) to do when it comes to adversity. We will all face it...but let me remind you, how we handle our adversity might be how God gets through to someone else and draws them to Himsel...
Nov 05, 2021•40 min•Season 4Ep. 72
Episode 71 - Submit to What? "Let everyone be in submission to governing authority..." - Romans 13:1a In an earlier episode there was discussion out of Romans 13 about submitting to authority...it was followed by questions I received. 1. What about moral situations? 2. What are we supposed to do if the authority figure is asking us to go against God? I'll address those and recap what Paul means in Romans 13 and discuss our responsibility as Christians in the midst of trying and difficult t...
Oct 22, 2021•45 min•Season 4Ep. 71
Episode 70 - The One No One Wants to Hear Why are people leaving the church today? What is the problem? Honestly, you're probably not going to like the answer...I didn't, but we have to talk about it. We have to address it, or else we are just going to keep driving people away... I invite you to listen...but just know, it may step on a few toes. (I'm going to ice my feet now)
Oct 15, 2021•50 min•Season 4Ep. 70
Episode 69 - Dead Air In the Radio Business, "Dead Air" is a bad thing... Dead Air is the unintended silence that we strive so hard to avoid...unfortunately, we do the same in life. We try to make ourselves busy, even if it isn't work...we just love to fill the "dead" moments of life with motion. We need those moments of silence in life to get alone with God and spend time...Jesus took the time to speak to the Father in many different circumstances, setting the example for us. We would be ...
Oct 08, 2021•29 min•Season 4Ep. 69
EPISODE 68: But God... We use these two words in one of two ways: 1 - "But God, I can't..." or "But God, I am not able..." or 2 - "But God made a way...", etc. The second is usually followed by an "in order that" that we will find blessing in...have you experienced a "But God" moment in your life? We truly need one like Joseph had in Genesis 50:20, or one of the many times Paul described it in Scripture...But God. "You intended harm for me, BUT GOD intended it for good that others would be saved...
Oct 02, 2021•33 min•Season 4Ep. 68
EPISODE 67: Let My Words Be Few Irony at its best as words are used to convey the point of not using words... That said, sometimes we should learn to be silent and listen. The Preacher of Ecclesiastes has some great advice for us in chapter 5 about how we should approach life with a fear of God, and much of it can be applied directly to our prayer life. What is God trying to tell us? Maybe we should be silent and listen rather than continue to rattle off foolishly our list of wants... "Be ...
Sep 24, 2021•40 min•Season 4Ep. 67
EPISODE 66 - Deny Yourself "Jesus said, 'If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.'" - Matthew 16:24 What did He mean? Deny yourself? What does it mean to deny ourselves in the midst of the struggles we face? How can we let go of self when the world tells us that we are the only ones who can take care of us...
Sep 17, 2021•30 min•Season 4Ep. 66
EPISODE 65: Revive Us Again! God has made covenants (promises, deals, agreements) with His people. God has always kept those promises. Why is it that we constantly blame God for our shortcomings? Why do we feel God owes us, at the very least, an explanation? What are we entitled to when it comes from God? Death, if we're honest. Jesus paid that price and gave us so much more, but nothing we deserved...Thanks be to God for His grace and mercy!
Sep 10, 2021•25 min•Season 4Ep. 65
EPISODE 64: The End is Near, Maybe... There always seems to be a major focus on the End Times within the Church...which there is good reason. We can be aware of the things that will lead to the Return of Christ...but are we too focused on these times? This is a look at the End Times and the circumstances surrounding us as Followers of Christ. But honestly, each of us has to work it out in our own heart and understanding. Fear can never, and should never, be our driving force Psalm 37:5 - "Commit...
Sep 03, 2021•33 min•Season 4Ep. 64
EPISODE 63: Tricks or Treats? What can we learn from the story of Jacob and Esau? From the characters, the story, the deceptions, and the ultimate plan of God? Why is it that we feel we have to work so hard for our own will, when God has promised to provide our needs. He says He will never leave or forsake us, and has fulfilled that promise for us in Christ Jesus. What is it that is so attractive about our worldly ways and arguments that we forget the love of the Savior? A love that ...
Aug 27, 2021•36 min•Season 4Ep. 63
EPISODE 62: Faith or Fear? Thank you for understanding the delay in getting this episode out. Today, we dive into Romans 14 and look into what Paul instructs to do when it comes to opinions and the arguments that ensue. Almost all of our arguments today stem from fear, whether realized or not. We cannot let fear override our faith. "So then let us pursue what makes for peace and for mutual upbuilding." - Romans 14:19
Aug 20, 2021•28 min•Season 4Ep. 62
SEASON 4 PREMIERE! Live from Israel we talk Holy Land, Faith, living life out loud and more! Do not miss this one!
Jul 30, 2021•34 min•Season 4Ep. 61
EPISODE 60 - SEASON 3 FINALE - The REFLECTION Episode Sometimes it helps us to look back... Even if it hurts to see what is in our past, sometimes it is good for us to see how we got there so that we can avoid the same outcome again. Today, we reflect...and we then reflect on our own lives...and most importantly, we need to reflect on what God has done for us. The Psalmist says in Psalm 77:11-12, "I will remember the Lord's works; yes, I will remember your ancient wonders. I will reflect on all ...
Jul 09, 2021•34 min•Season 3Ep. 60
Are we really paying attention anymore? Do we hear the lyrics of our favorite songs? Do we listen to the dialogue of our favorite movies? What lies are we feeding ourselves while trying to justify our choices? We are struggling to find peace today and much of it because of the stuff we are putting in... When will we learn that what goes in...will come out?
Jul 02, 2021•37 min•Season 3Ep. 59
Genesis 19 holds a story that relates to many of us, yet we have never really thought much about it. In fact, Genesis 14-19 describes 3 different types of people we see in the Church today. The question is: Are you a Lot? Are you like Lot in that you are willing to sit at the gates of the city and warn others of the impending danger if they enter, while also making your home in said city? Listen in, see where you fit, and see what might need to be reexamined in your life. ...
Jun 25, 2021•38 min•Season 3Ep. 58
What if we know the truth? What if we know what needs to be done? What if we know we should speak up, but we allow fear to overwhelm us and keep us from saying what needs to be said? God instructed Jeremiah to stand and speak the truth. God instructed him to stand up and say everything that needed to be said and, "Hold nothing back." (Jeremiah 26:2) Sure, Jeremiah faced backlash and imprisonment, but he did what God instructed him to do. Are you? "Perhaps they will listen and turn - each f...
Jun 18, 2021•37 min•Season 3Ep. 56
Who was Melchizedek? Who are we in Christ? How should we handle ourselves? Life is full of questions and the Church is not absent from these conversations. We have a great need for discussion within the Church today. Why is it that we are unwilling to budge in our stance, even when that stance is not lining up with God's Word? Why do we seek to change the Word rather than change our stance? "All Scripture is inspired by God and is profitable for teaching, for rebuking, for correcting, for ...
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 3Ep. 56
We keep hearing over and over that we are in a war. What is the war? What are we battling? Paul addresses this in Ephesians 6, saying, "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers of this darkness, against evil, spiritual forces in the heavens." So what are we battling? It isn't our neighbor, family member, friend, or even a politician...it is against the evil...we must stand our ground... Stand tall, sta...
Jun 06, 2021•38 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Did Jesus have a sense of humor? Why do we view the Savior as so serious all the time? What makes it so hard for us to view Jesus as human? Why is it so hard for us to see that He was just like us, only He did not sin? "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who has been tempted in every way as we are, yet without sin." - Hebrews 4:15
May 28, 2021•37 min•Season 3Ep. 54
This podcast has no purpose... Well.... Okay, maybe it does. What is our purpose and how can we be sure that we figure out our purpose in this life? No, this is not a self-help, motivational speech. In fact, this is just the truth. How do we find our purpose? Ask God. "Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand." - Proverbs 19:21
May 21, 2021•35 min•Season 3Ep. 53
DISCLAIMER: Suicide is a touchy subject, but please listen to what I have to say before casting judgment on the subject. We hurt. We struggle. Life hits hard and sometimes we do not see any way out...but please, do not end what hasn't even begun. If you are struggling, know that there is hope in Christ. Please reach out to someone before permanently solving a temporary problem. There is life in Christ. Ephesians 2:1 - And you hath he quickened (made alive), who were dead in tre...
May 14, 2021•38 min•Season 3Ep. 52
Life is full of tragedy. The world will tell you that you cannot know why, but they're only partially right. Sin leads to death...and death comes for us all...but life isn't a fairy tale, but the story is similar. Details inside! "In the beginning..." Genesis 1:1
Apr 30, 2021•30 min•Season 3Ep. 51
Episode 50. 50 Episodes and we finally tackle one of the difficult questions of why the Gospel accounts are the same, but different, but that's okay! Alex Paunovic, a young minister and friend, joins the podcast to discuss the differences of the Gospel accounts and why they are different, but also, why it proves the truth included in them. Looking at texts, translations, and perspectives to break down the differences and why they do not prove to be untruth. "Sanctify them in the trut...
Apr 23, 2021•40 min•Season 3Ep. 50
Real Talk. Would you know Christ if you saw Him today? There are some who didn't recognize Him and they spent their days walking and talking with Him; so, would you recognize Him? No. Not if you don't expect Him to be there. He's all around us and we miss Him daily. From creation to our neighbor, we miss Christ in our lives each day. Better yet, can you see Him in the Scripture? "The Bible is the cradle wherein Christ is laid." - Martin Luther
Apr 16, 2021•31 min•Season 3Ep. 49
Eight great statements that we hear around this time of year in our celebration of the Easter season. We will take a look at eight statements that could save your life; in fact, these "Great Eight" did offer you salvation and give you reason to rejoice. Take time to celebrate the reality of what we rejoice in on Resurrection Day! SPOILER: "He is Risen!"
Apr 09, 2021•44 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Life is full of empty promises and empty people, but God doesn't make empty promises and he fills empty people. God fulfills His promises by leaving no doubt behind. Luke's account of the Resurrection Story leaves us no room to doubt the power of God and the promises he leaves behind in an empty tomb and empty grave clothes. "Why are you looking for the living among the dead?" - Luke 24:5
Apr 02, 2021•37 min•Season 3Ep. 47
