The 20 Something Year Old Christian in 2020: Recent Episodes
Malaysia Barr
This is for those young adult Christians who know that the struggle is sometimes.... oftentimes...real. Let's face it: to be in your early twenties and also trying to follow God can seem like a very complicated task. But there is good news- Jesus Christ! With Him, you can overcome everything (even on the days when it feels like your world is in flux). No topic is off-limits because life doesn't have limits. And even if you aren't in your twenties- you are welcomed here. So please, press play and listen to a perspective on what it means to be a 20 something-year-old Chrisitan in 2020.
In the mid-season finale, Malaysia brings Mikayla back to share her powerful testimony of how God redeemed her church hurt.
Mikayla's Email: mikayla.morris327@gmail.com
Scriptures Mentioned:
- 1 Cor. 2:9
- Matthew 6:33
- 1 Sam 15
In this episode, Malaysia and her guest Taj discuss what it means to truly deny yourself.
Taj's Info:
Youtube
Personal Instagram - @_tajanaja
Platform Instagram: @takeupyourcrossofficial
In her third mini-episode, Malaysia discusses how the story of David and Goliath helped her to see she does not have to depend on herself.
SCRIPTURES USED:
- 1 Samuel 17
- Romans 8:15
- 2 Corinthians 12:9
- Ephesians 6
In this episode, Malaysia along with her guests from the 3rd Day Movement, Kenneth and AJ, have a transparent conversation about sexual purity and how to walk in excellence with God.
In this episode, Malaysia and her special guest Ty discuss times of transitions from a personal and life level.
In this Malaysia Mini, Malaysia wants you to know that when you walk with God- He does not require you to be perfect.
In this final part of "The Problem with Porn" series, Malaysia and Kenneth discuss how God has not only restored them but has chosen to restore them fully in His grace.
WARNING: MATURE CONTENT!
In part 2 of "The Problem with Porn" series, Malaysia and Kenneth discuss their decision to stop watching porn, transparently detailing their highs and their lows.
WARNING: MATURE CONTENT!
In this episode, Malaysia is back with Kenneth as her guest. Together they dive into their personal experiences with porn and how they were exposed to it.
WARNING: MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY
In this Malaysia Mini, Malaysia gets transparent about how looking back at her past can sometimes affect her in negative ways.
In the premiere episode of Chosen Grace, Malaysia links up with her friend Mikayla who experienced "church hurt" and discusses her personal journey.
All things are being made new in this Season 1 Premiere of Chosen Grace!
Website: https://chosengraceweb.wordpress.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_chosengrace/
In this episode, Malaysia and her mother seek to explore the ever-growing tug of war that many young adults have with their parents. Essentially, Malaysia wants to know: is she really grown?
With politics having a long-standing history of causing division and the current state of American politics, Malaysia is joined by her close friend Tahj and special guest Danté Stewart to investigate how this can harm relationships between believers. Listen as they try to figure out how to love your neighbor despite what political party you belong to.
Learn more about Danté Stewart here!
*Disclaimer This episode does speak of some explicit topics!**
In this episode, Malaysia and her longtime guest Kenneth discuss the challenges and benefits of being a 20-something-year-old single Chrisitan.
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Kenneth's platform "The3rdDay" plus Podcast:
Website: Wixsite
Instagram: @thethirdday_
Podcast: The King Talk Podcast
In this episode, Malaysia and her guest Tahj discuss their own struggles with comparison and the different ways they have overcome it.
*SCRIPTURES MENTIONED: Isaiah 26:3, Hebrews 11:6, James 1:6*
In the final part of this two-part series, Malaysia and her Guests discuss racial divisions in the church, the crucial summer of 2020, and what's next for the body of Christ to be truly unified, despite racial differences.
Let's combine Valentine's Day and Black History Month. What do you end up with? Race Relations!
In part one of "Race Relations" your host Malaysia, along with her guests Ashley, Tyler, and Will, discuss loving your neighbor regardless of race. They touch on how race has impacted their day-to-day walk, not only as young college students but as Children of God.
Season two kicks off with your host Malaysia and her special guest, Miranda Wise, talking deeply about their separate experiences in therapy.
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INFO:
Miranda’s Website: mawjourn.com. There you will find her blog, clothing line, and social media pages!
National Alliance on Mental Illnesshas a telephone line that offers free assistance and advice 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can reach the helpline at 1-800-950-6264. If you are a college student, please see if your campus has resources that you can tap into to be a better you.
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PSA: Please do not suffer in silence. Your life matters, your voice deserves to be heard!
Here's the trailer to the much anticipated, highly awaited season two. Buckle your seatbelts, because we're going on a ride together!
Don't forget to follow our Instagram @TheTwentySomethingPodcast.
Have you ever been in a situation where you know you could easily get payback? Or have you found yourself longing to have control over a situation that you know good and well you shouldn't? If so- you are not alone. Join your hostess with the mostest- Malaysia- as she looks to King Saul and David, as she truly begins begins to learn when certain situations are above her. Because one they are above you- they fall into the Potter's willing hands.
SCRITPURES MENTIONED: Revelation 12:11, 1 Samuel 24:4-6, Genesis 3.
Everyone's favorite Champagne Papi, Drake, released the song "Fair Trade" with the line "I've been losing friends, and finding peace". And while this is just the line of a song- it certainly resonates with your host Malaysia and her two closest friends Tahj and Morgan. Listen in to the trio as they give their honest take on navigating toxic friendships and learning how to create peace for themselves. Scriptures Mentioned: Proverbs 27:17, Isaiah 26:3
**DISCLAIMER: This episode speaks about sexual assault from 12:30-17:15. While this episode seeks to encourage and uplift, we understand that sexual assault is an extremely serious topic, and dialogue surrounding it can trigger some people. This is not our goal. We do not want any body of work that we produce to ever harm anyone. Thank you.*
The number for the National Sexual Assualt Hotline is 1-800-656-4673. They are available 24/7.
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Do you remember the campaign "Just Say No?" Well, if you do- keep that in mind as we journey together in this episode to learn to navigate boundaries. Malaysia and her guest Kenneth seek to unpack boundaries on different levels: personal and relationships. With Jesus as an example, our hosts provide deep truths about how to be true to yourself and "Just Say No"
In our hustler-driven society, we often measure our success with our worth. Some days, we feel that if we do not have a million things accomplished- then we are worth nothing. However- this is not Gospel truth. With a quote from children and the example of sisters Mary and Martha- our host challenges you all to give yourself grace.
Blog Mentioned in Episode: thecountryofmalaysia.wordpress.com
What happens when you want something quickly- but the price of that quick fix is worth more than you can bargain for? In this episode, we'll dive into a common phenomenon called instant gratification. With the help of Jacob and Esau, our hosts Malaysia Barr and Kenneth Graham discuss the many ways that instant gratification can be helpful and harmful at times.
Covid was Cool. Now, that is a juxtaposition if you've ever heard one- right? Well, it's true- covid was cool- for some people. In this episode, your host, with special guest Tahj Robinson, will explore some positives of being on lockdown. Like Paul and Silas in jail- they decided to sing hymns of praise in the midnight hour that was COVID-19.
This episode is dedicated to all of those lost in 2020 and 2021.
*Disclaimer: This episode was recorded with Zoom, so if the audio sounds funky, weird, or lags- that's what it is. Your host edited the episode to the best of her ability, but some things with Zoom just don't change. Please enjoy the episode, because the tea that was served was HOT***
In this episode, we're starting from ground zero. This informative episode seeks to introduce you to the host, Malaysia Barr and why she even wanted to do this podcasting thing in the first place. Remember- this is ground zero and we can only go up from here....