Live to Give Podcast: Recent Episodes
Faith Church
Join Evan Bibb and Nate Barnell for your weekly infusion of entertainment and hope. In this podcast, Evan and Nate will keep you laughing as they discuss all kinds of topics regarding faith and culture. There's a little bit of everything on this show with a lot of fun thrown in. We can't wait for you to join us!
In our Season 4 Finale, the hosts reflect on the season and talk about Courtney's upcoming sabbatical.
In this episode, we take a break from interviewing couples about their Enneagram and instead our hosts talk about the season so far and reflect on some funny youth group stories. It's a doozy.
Today, our host chat with our Worship Pastor, Ashley, and her husband, Matt, about their Enneagram Types. There's never a dull moment with a 4 and a 7 in the room!
We sit down with Jenn and Jason as they share some incredible insight into their Enneagram types and some vulnerability around marriage and parenting. Don't miss this one.
Sit down with us as we talk to our Senior Pastor, Kirk, and his wife, Emily, about their Enneagram types!
Check out this episode as we talk with Tym and Ashley and how they handle their 1ness and 9ness.
In this episode, we sit down with Adam and MacKenzie to discuss how a Type 9 and a Type 4 interact with each other. Give it a listen!
This week, our hosts sit down with Ali and Jordon to discuss how their Enneagram Types work together. Join us!
Hey listeners! We're back with Season 4! This season, we're diving into the Enneagram again! If you don't know what the Enneagram is, then you're missing out! It's an incredible personality test with its roots found in discipleship. In this intro episode, we discuss what this season will look like and discuss our own Enneagram Types. We hope you enjoy it our antics!
In our final revisited episode, Nate and Evan discuss the Enneagram season as a whole and the sudden impact of COVID-19/quarantine.
In this revisited episode, Nate and Evan talk with Michelle about being a Peacemaker, the Type 9.
Nate and Evan discuss what it's like being a Type 8, the Challenger, with Nate's daughter, Sydney, and our friend, Simon, in this revisited episode.
In this revisited episode from 2020, Evan sits down with Nate and Kirk to talk about life as an Enthusiast, the Type 7 of the Enneagram.
Evan and Nate talk with Kassondra and Jeff on what it's like being a Type 6, The Loyalist, in this revisited episode.
In today's revisited episode, Nate sits down with two Investigators, Enneagram Type 5's, Evan and Zach.
In this revisited episode, Nate and Evan sit down with Ashley and Taylor to discuss what it's like being an Individualist, the Type 4 of the Enneagram personality type.
In this revisited episode from three years ago, Evan and Nate sit down with Lauren R. to talk about what it's like being a Type 3, Achiever.
Today's discussion is all around Type 2's, The Helper. Join us as we talk with Judy G. and Courtney K. about how being a Helper has influenced their lives.
In this revisited episode, Nate and Evan sit down with Alison to discuss Enneagram Type 1's, The Perfectionist.
In this Season 3 finale, the team discusses their favorite moments from this season, give some behind the scene moments from a few episodes, and share their thoughts on what the Sabbath is and how rest is divine. You should probably give it a listen. Like, subscribe, and share!
In today's episode, the team tackles multiple topics that you requested, such as tithing, what it means to be in the world but not of it, who is the holiest on staff, and many more! Join us! Like, comment, share, subscribe!
Have you ever heard of the "Mandela Effect?" In this episode, the team discusses false memories and various misconceptions around scripture. Subscribe and share!
In today's episode, the gang talks about church leadership--what gets elevated, what gets focused on, and what influence look like. Let's get honest around church leadership and how cookie-cutter approaches fall short.
Tutelage is such a fun word to say. Today, our hosts talk about just that--tutelage. Or rather, discipleship. Listen as our hosts talk about their experiences with different discipleship "models" they've been a part of, and how they view discipleship in today's world.
You're not alone if you struggle with fear. It can be paralyzing at times, if we're honest. So how do we address fear when we're called to be courageous? Join our hosts as Evan, Nate, and Kirk have a vulnerable conversation around fear.
The team talks about something super, super fun in this episode... SIN! Our hosts dissect sin, what their upbringing was like around sin, and what their current understanding of sin is today. Give it a listen and send us some feedback!
In today's episode... you know what? The title speaks for itself. Join our hosts as they talk about the tension between self-love and selfishness.
In this week's episode, Nate and Evan sit down with guests Ashley and Tym as they dive into all things worship. Whether you get swept off your feet through worship or you struggle to relate to it, our hosts and guests don't shy away as they have share their honest thoughts around what worship is and what it isn't. Join us!
Welcome back! In this week's episode, Nate brings the topic of the Asbury Theological Seminary revival for the team to discuss. When wonders happen, we can't help but to be curious and skeptical at times. The team talks openly and honestly about their thoughts on the event and how pride can seep into the church.
This week, our hosts Courtney, Nate, and Evan sit down to discuss the relationship between legalism and love. Where does Jesus fit into laws and grace?
There's a lot to be said about the way we grew up in church. Today, Courtney, Evan, and Nate share stories of their sunday school experiences, as well as their time in youth group.
We're starting Season 3! This season you'll get to hear from Evan, Courtney, and Nate about all kinds of different topics. Our hope is this season we'll get to be more vulnerable, more open, and provide more interesting conversations!
Merry Christmas!! Join Evan, Nate, Courtney, and Jacob for a Christmas episode talking all about peace in this Christmas season.
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We got to sit down with Michelle Fischer a long time friend and former pastor at Faith Church. We got to hear some of Michelle's story surrounding doubt, her personal experience with the prayer ministry, and some encouragement for those who are unsure about prayer sessions and what they're all about.
This was an incredible conversation with Melanie Bryde, a long time children's volunteer and prosecutor for the Ingham County Prosecutors Office. We get to talk about her work in the community and the church and, of course, her love for children.
We got to sit down with Cynthia McFall, a long time volunteer who has served in so many different places over the years. Her wisdom and love of the word is really wonderful to listen to.
This week we have a lovely conversation with Andrea Tello. She is currently serving on the worship team, but her story is full of different passions, ministries, and grace.
This week's episode is a little different! We got to sit down live for our sunday morning service and talk together about Acts 3:11-26. It's the next passage in our Acts series at Faith Church and we get to hear Courtney, Evan, Nate, and Jacob's perspective and thoughts surrounding the passage.
We got to sit down with Cory and Casey Hewins this week who have been involved here at Faith church for many years. We got to hear their story and their heart for community and serving.
This week we sat down with Tym Rust, a worship and tech volunteer at Faith Church. He has a beautiful story and we get to hear about love and freedom in Christianity. Tym as well as our hosts advocate for mental health in the Church.
For this week's episode, we have Kirk Proctor and Bob Olsen on the show to talk about the Holy Spirit and the gift of speaking in tongues. We talk about our own personal experiences as well as different ways of viewing and understanding the topic.
We sit down with a long time member of our community, Dave Hagerman. He reminds us we are not alone in this world and the comfort and hope we have in Jesus helps to sustain us.
This week we talk with Timi about the relationship between science and spirituality, confidence and how we grow over the years, and the importance of community. It's a beautiful conversation with a beautiful soul.
Season 2 is here! This season we are connecting with a bunch of different volunteers in our community to get to know them, hear their stories, and find hope together. This week we sit down with Dan Wilson, a volunteer on our worship team and who helps with small groups, and hear about his story, finding connection when it's hard, and loving other people well.
Join us as Nate, Evan, Courtney, and Ashley answer questions ranging from parenting, to faith and free will, to fasting, and more. This conversation is fun and deeply encouraging! Let us know what you think and get ready for Season 2 🙌
Season 2 is coming this fall! Join Evan, Jacob, Courtney, and Nate for a quick look back and look ahead of the Live to Give Podcast.
This is an absolutely incredible conversation with Evan, Nate, Courtney, and special guest Jessica McCracken. Jessica is a Campus Pastor at Grace Pointe Church and we get to hear from both Jessica and Courtney about their personal experience as women in ministry as well as their perspective on this topic as a whole. This episode is loaded with words of wisdom and, as always, hope.
Resources:
Brene Brown
Christine Caine
Danielle Strickland
The Blue Parakeet by Scot McKnight
The Junia Project
Courtney, Nate, Evan, and Jacob talk about legalism more in depth than we have in the past as well as tolerance and intolerance. We're covering a couple of different sermons, but everything leads to love.
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We're starting a new series on the podcast around Pivoting in our understanding of God and relationships and people and all kinds of things. Listen as Nate, Jacob, Courtney, and Evan discuss what pivoting is, their personal experiences around pivoting and deconstruction, and find some hope for you this week.
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Join Nate, Courtney, and Jacob as they discuss the last bit of the book of Revelation. We'll talk about antichrist and what it means, who/what Babylon is, and how it all relates to us now. Listen for the hope and love we can find through the book of Revelation.
Nate, Jacob, and Courtney discuss Revelation chapters 5-10. They discuss tribulation and how it's not just the big stuff, but also the smaller things. We all experience tribulation. Listen as they discover hope in the midst of tribulation.
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This week, Nate, Courtney, and Jacob discuss the throne room of heaven found in chapter 4 of Revelation. They talk through some of the symbolism and ultimately the hope we can derive from them. They talk through the powerful idea of judgement filtered through mercy that seems oxymoronic.
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This week we're discussing chapters 2 and 3 of revelation which are the messages to the 7 churches. Courtney, Nate, and Jacob talk about how these messages are not only a call to repentance, but a message of hope. This book can be challenging to read, so follow along with us as we learn and grow together!
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We're turning the corner a bit in the podcast today with a series of conversations about the book of Revelation. We sit down with Nate, Courtney, and Jacob as they discuss their own personal perceptions of the book of Revelation growing up, what they see Revelation as really being about, and hear stories that, we hope, connects to your own stories with the book. Revelation is a story of Jesus first and foremost and over the years, it seems that message has been overtaken by fear. Listen for some hope, some understanding, and deeper connection to God and each other.
It's no secret that here at Faith Church we care deeply about mental health. In this beautiful interview with Jasmine, you'll get to hear about her journey into counseling, some thoughts around kids and teens with big feelings, our penchant for distraction, and more. Jasmine gives some really helpful insight into her world and helps us to see Jesus during difficult times. Take a listen friends 🤗
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Evan and Nate sit down with our good friends Steven and Alexea. They are part of an organization that works with college students around the state called University Christian Outreach. They both work with students every single day at MSU and U-M and have a glimpse into what students are facing. This is an incredibly enjoyable interview as Alexea and Steven hold both levity and gravity in glorious and hilarious tension. Take a listen and be ready to be encouraged!
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Evan and Nate talk with Tom Rollis, a school counselor. We talk with him about what he sees kids and parents facing in this post-pandemic-ish time we're living in. Tom provides an interesting perspective and encourages us toward hope. You don't want to miss this episode! And, as always, let us know what you think in the comments and leave a review. Thanks for listening!
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Stephanie Smith is a social worker who works with refugee kids in the foster care system. We had an awesome conversation about how social workers have fared during this pandemic. Stephanie helps us to see what hurdles they've had to face as well as where she has found hope in the last couple of years. This conversation is honest, thought provoking, and full of laughs.
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We have a new season starting next week! In this trailer we'll preview a little of what's happening in Season 1. We have some really great people to talk with and we're very excited for you to hear their stories of hope. See you next week!
Today we sit down with Kirk Proctor, senior pastor at Faith Church, and ask him all the questions we didn't get to talk about so far. We talk on what versions of the bible are most helpful, if doubting is okay, heaven, and more. This is the last episode in our Summer Season. We're taking a small break and coming back strong with the official launch of Season 1 in the fall. Thanks for joining us and we'll see you then 🎉🙌🏽
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Okay, y'all need to listen ALL THE WAY THROUGH this one. We have something fun at the end that we need YOU to be part of. This week Evan and Jacob sit down with Nate to talk about mental health. We cover topics like preventative counseling and the Church's response to mental illness.
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We've got Ashley Burger, our worship director, on the podcast this week! Nate and Jacob talk with Ashley about her journey in hearing God's voice. If you need some encouragement in this area, this episode is for you because Ashley is a master encourager.
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This week Evan and Nate talk with Sam Anderson, the youth pastor here at Faith Church, about judgement and forgiveness. Sam shares some of his story and his own personal experience with judgement and forgiveness. You'll hear a discussion on Christians judging celebrities like Justin Bieber and even learn a little something about night hearing 😉
For the first episode in our summer session, Nate and Evan sit down with Courtney Ferden, Faith Church's 5th and 6th grade pastor, to talk about sin and God's love. These are both huge topics that can be hard to wrap our heads around. You'll hear about what Courtney didn't include in her sermon this week as well as a couple of stories where she experienced grace.
Evan and Nate discuss what's coming for the Live to Give Podcast and what we're all about.