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Truth N Love
Special guests Charlie and Conrad talk about their dad, their papas, and our father in heaven.
Join us today as we talk through the situations that arise in our day to day, our work, our relationships, and politically that may require us to speak up or to be quiet, and how to listen for God’s voice instead of our own. Are we speaking up or staying quiet for righteousness’ sake or for our own?
Does the news consume your mind? Or do you not pay attention to it at all? Satan can use the media and our reactions to it to create chaos and division in our lives. But we can remedy that with truth. The news and media outlets don’t have to be a tricky course to navigate when you ask God to show you the truth in all things.
Join us today as we talk about flavoring our conversations with Christ and the truth of his word.
Listen along as we discuss Russell Brand’s recent spiritual journey and how to be discerning in all things, while checking our own hearts first.
Within our marriages, we all hold different responsibilities. Everyone is different, so those responsibilities aren’t going to look the same from family to family. Join us today ask we talk about the roles we share in our marriage and how we have had to ask God to work in our hearts to make sure we are doing these tasks out of love for God and each other.
Today we talk about exorcism, a satanist saved, and spiritual warfare. It all sounds kind of scary and chaotic, right? But there is no place too dark that the love of God cannot reach.
Mark Driscoll was recently kicked out of a Christian Men’s Conference for the way he handled his disagreement about a performance that opened the men’s event that he felt dishonored God. Let’s talk about what we can learn from this confrontation and how we can handle our own disagreements privately and publicly so that we honor God.
Do you include God in your whole life? Or do you just call on him when you need him or when it’s just his turn on Sunday? Join us today as we talk about letting God’s love pour out over your whole life, and about what happens when we do.
Many of us have asked for prayer or prayed for others that need it. But do we believe it? Because we should. Sometimes we think we are disqualified or disconnected from the power of prayer and God’s grace because of our sin. But nothing can separate us from the love of God, let’s pray like it!
The kids in our lives are watching us, and they pick up on the examples that we set. Whether we know it or not, and whether it’s good or bad, they model our behavior in order to gain our approval and better understand how to act in certain situations. What kind of example are you setting for the kids in your life or in your home? Does it look like Christ?
Parenting can be hard and exhausting, but maybe we are making it harder than it has to be. Disciplining our kids is not something enjoyable to do, but when we follow God’s plan for raising our children, when we do it consistently, and when we do it together with our spouse, our homes and hearts will be changed.
It’s a marriage talk! Join us today as we talk about our young ideas of what we thought our marriage would be, some of the wrong turns we made, and how we work towards a better marriage that puts God first instead of ourselves.
Have you ever witnessed someone do the very thing they are so quick to call out in others? How do you handle it? How does the Bible say we should handle it?
What’s stopping you from letting your walls down with people? What does being vulnerable cost you? It’s uncomfortable to put ourselves in different situations, but that’s where we meet and model Jesus.
We say we’ve found ourselves in our jobs, our titles, our passions, or our relationships, but why is it so hard to find our identity in Christ? Maybe that’s why.
What do we look for in a friend? In a partner? In our faith? Maybe instead of looking for relationships to fill needs in our life, we could look to our savior who satisfies all needs, and let the rest fall into place? What would our friendships look like if our relationship with God was our priority?
What does it mean to be in the world, but not of the world? Join us as we talk about this saying, and what that has to do with our comfort level.
We’re back! Join us as we talk about 2023, our New Years Resolutions or not really resolutions, but actually calls to action, and Satan’s goal every year until Christ returns.
The way you talk about your spouse when they’re not around is important. Let’s talk about the conversations we have about our spouses and how those conversations can help or hurt our marriages and relationships.
Does your busy life leave you feeling full, or does it empty you out? Let’s talk about being busy today and how to be more intentional in our busyness.
We can all strive to be more loving, be more faithful, to be more patient, but that’s not the point. Instead of just striving for these “good” qualities, we should be pursing a deeper relationship with Christ. Let’s talk about why and what that has to do with the fruit of the spirit.
No one knows when Christ will return, but with every new trial, tragedy, and war, we ask, “We gotta be getting close, don’t we?!” The Bible is full of prophecy that can seem confusing, but the thing we need to be clear on is our salvation. Are you ready?
Are you looking for direction for your life? Are you lacking purpose? Are you distracted by the world? Let’s talk about the things that keep us from our purpose and change our direction.
How do you respond in adverse situations? With pride? Anger? Fear? Or Humility? Would Jesus be proud of your response?
We played a little Would You Rather game with family this weekend and this was one of the questions. Which book would you choose?
Are we really seeing what is going on in the world around us? Or are we stuck on the traditions and memories of how things were before. Join us as we talk Disney, movies, and changes in churches.
Have you ever wondered why you just can’t seem to shake some feelings? You’re just overwhelmed with fear, anxiety, aching, and breaking apart. Did you ever think that you might be fighting a spiritual battle more than an emotional one? Ephesians 6:12 says, “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.” Satan’s work is to take our eyes off of God and to wage a war within our hearts and minds. Join us today as we talk about recognizing evil and calling it out before it takes root in our lives.
There are some things not worth fighting for in this life. But maybe in those cases we should be asking ourselves, “what’s my goal in this fight?” Is it to bring others to Jesus? Join us today as we talk about life’s battles and differences, and how the most important fight is for the souls of others.
We’re back! For real this time! Join us as we talk about our vacation adventures and seeing God in everything.
Join us today as we discuss the letter written to Governor of Arkansas, Sarah Sanders, and her bold response.
Join us today as we talk about the changes we’ve made within ourselves since episode 1! God will continue to refine us, but we have to be willing to change so that we are able to grow in His gracious plan for our lives .
We also talk about the seriousness of the news and social media posts that bombard us everyday. It’s easy to get caught up and brought down because of these stories and the fear, anger, and hurt they stir up, but that’s not what we are called to do.
We know this world is going to continue to grow in darkness, and that is why it is so important that we spread, shine, and share the light as best and as bright as we can!
We’re back! We had a great break and are ready to jump back in! Target is in the hot seat right now and “Christians” like Chip and Joanna Gaines are being asked to speak up against Target’s move, and Christian shoppers are being called to boycott. So how can we as Christians respond, honor God, and lead others to the saving truth? We can speak up. We can disagree. We can use what Satan would call a win as an opportunity to shine our light in the darkness. But we MUST have the right spirit every step of the way!
We have both been having deep side conversations with close friends lately about what makes a firm foundation for our faith, and what happens when our foundations are built on shaky ground.
Do you have a favorite Bible verse? Maybe you have a few. Join us today as we talk about ours and how we came to love them!
As we’ve been hearing about revival at Asbury, and look back at the revivals taking place during the 60’s and 70’s, people have a lot of opinions on whether or not it is real. We don’t know the hearts of those involved, but we do know that even it just one person is saved, it’s all with it.
Worship looks different for each church and for each individual. We all worship God in our own ways. Join us today as we talk about how we experience worship in different places and how to discern our emotions and the music during worship.
We’re tired, we have other things to do, we don’t like the preaching, we don’t like the worship music, we don’t like the people, and the list goes on. We can make up countless excuses for not going to church. Let’s talk about why.
Lets talk about going to church. Finding a church can be hard, being hurt by a church can be hard, and leaving a church can hurt even more. Let’s talk about the importance of meeting with other believers, and finding the people that are going to lead you closer to Jesus.
Today we ask, if Progressive Christianity doesn’t acknowledge God as the authority, and even condemn God and His words in some instances, then why do they want to hang on to the Christian title? What does Christianity mean to a Progressive Christian? Join us as we talk it out.
Are you quick to forgive? Or do you hang on to hurts? Join us today as we talk about forgiving those who hurt us.
Your walk might not look like another Christian’s walk, and that’s ok. God doesn’t measure us by each other. He wants our focus, our willingness, and our obedience to follow Him, not to follow everyone else.
We’re back from break and digging in! Join us as we talk about the sun the moon, Jonah, and Paul today, and how we can be reflections of God.
The UMC is splitting, but they aren’t alone. Join us today as we talk about divisions in the church.
Join us today as we wrap up our series on hijacked words. The words we speak matter. We encourage you to dig in to find the true meaning of the words you read and hear.
God is Love, and He is also very clear about what love is and what it isn’t. But are we?
Join us today on the TruthNLove podcast as we talk about what God says about love, and how the world can miss out on a whole lot of freedom when they want to define love themselves.
“Love is patient, love is kind, it is not jealous; love does not brag, it is not arrogant. It does not act disgracefully, it does not seek its own benefit; it is not provoked, does not keep an account of a wrong suffered, it does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; it keeps every confidence, it believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.” 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
Join us for a series on the changing definitions of the words we use, and how losing the true definitions can lead us away from the truth that is God’s word.
We all get annoyed, but it’s important to ask ourselves a few questions when we do, so that we know how to respond as Jesus would.
Join us today as we talk about some of the issues that lead Christians to the progressive movement.
Join us today as we discuss the answer to this question, and discuss the importance of the translation of the Bible we are reading.
Have you ever wondered what being a progressive Christian means? Join us as we go through their 8 Core Points (Recently Updated to 5) and compare them to scripture.
Join us on today’s episode as we talk through how to respond and connect with someone who is deconstructing, and how to reach for Jesus if you’re currently deconstructing.
Join us today for Part 1 of a two part series about the process of deconstruction, and how to respond to someone who may be deconstructing their faith.
Treasuring our family isn’t wrong. After all, marriage and children are gifts from God. But what happens when we begin to put our family before God?
Join us as we talk about different responses to change, and the good stuff God reveals and provides in our transitions.
Are you making time to check your priorities with God? Are you making time for rest? That’s exactly what we are doing for the month of August! We have some fun things planned this summer! We each have new topics to study before we discuss them with you, we are taking a family trip, and we are winding down before we gear up for the harvest season!
God’s design for marriage and relationships is beautifully lived out when our hearts are tuned to Him.
But that’s not always the case.
Relationships are not always easy, especially when one person is living outside of the will of God. But that’s where as a believer, you DIG IN; you pray for your spouse, you stay consistent in your faith, and you focus on good communication with each other.
Join us today as we talk about how to navigate relationships that are unequally yoked and what happens when we try to keep score in our marriages.
Being Bold can be a challenge, you can have too much, or you can have too little. Join us today as we talk about what it means to be Bold in Faith in the world today.
Join us today as we talk about the relationship between feminism, abortion, and the family structure.
The Word of God is Sharper than any two edged sword!
The Bible is our weapon and defense against lies of the world, but it can also be used as a weapon to hurt others.
When we are using scripture in any circumstance, we need to do so with hearts for Jesus, not for our own selfish desires or gain.
What is your goal? Is it Jesus? Or is it yourself?
Join Gordy and our daughter Charlie Kate as they talk about God through the eyes and heart of a 7 year old.
Join us today as we talk to parents and future parents too. As more and more information, titles, and agendas become visible to our kids, we as parents need to make sure we are doing the work to discern the truth, ask God for wisdom, and have valuable conversations with our children about these topics.
Was Jesus wealthy? Is it wrong to be wealthy? Are we doing something wrong if we aren’t wealthy? Join us today as we talk through some of these questions.
Our hearts are so tender here for so many reasons.
We hope you listen today, and that the Lord reveals to you where you can be used to help each woman and child in need.
When we think of sorrow and suffering in the Bible we usually think of Job, right? He lost everything. But what about Adam and Eve? They had Eden and got kicked out! Let’s talk about these stories and how we can handle our suffering today!
Talk it out with us today as we discuss premeditated sin, the social pressure to sin, and ask the question, “Do you really believe in God if you don’t follow Him?”
Let’s talk about jealousy today because we’ve all been there or are there now. It is in our human nature to be jealous, but we don’t have to play victim, we can find joy in all circumstances…if we would just get over ourselves.
Finding a church, staying in a church, and leaving a church are all hard decisions. But before we can decide we don’t like our church, we must decide what we look for in a church. Join us today as we talk about how maybe when we stop making church fit inside a building, we can understand the church God designed in His word.
How we tithe matters because we are giving to the kingdom of God. Join us as we talk through how the Bible commands us to steward our money for the church, our community, and our own needs.
We give and get a lot of advice, and how we respond and react to that advice matters. Join me today to prepare yourself to give and get advice through prayer and communication with God.
Before each episode we usually take some good discussion time to talk through what we want to share with you. Sometimes we agree and sometimes we don’t, but we always seek out the truth the best we can. We let you in on some of our discussion time this week as we talk through several issues, and pray that you will search for the truth in your discussions with others too.
We’ve been praying together almost every night since February and it changes things! We have prayed together for big things, worries, and healing, but we’ve never been consistent on a daily basis for all of the things in between. We are learning the incredible value of prayer time together in a marriage. It doesn’t have to be fancy. We keep it short, specific, and we take turns. Do you pray with your spouse?
Does debt effect you spiritually? Join us for a conversation about the ways debt can control us as Christians, and learn ways to give control back over to God.
Join Gordy this week as he talks with friend, John Smiley, about the answer to this commonly asked question.
We all have differences, disagreements, and disappointments in relationships. God sees those hurts and wants us to bring them to Him. He also wants us to bring Him our own hearts, our own faults, our own behaviors, and ask Him to work in us. When you let God work in you, you are going to change. Improving your relationships starts with improving yourself. God restores the rest.
Join Gordy as he talks with our 4 year old son, Conrad. Conrad loves people and loves to talk about Jesus. He has started preaching some of his own messages before the church service starts on Sunday, and we are going to encourage him the best we can!
Gordy talks this week about the importance of honesty in our conversations and relationships. Will you tell the truth, or will you eat your lies over and over?
Episode 6 came to us as we have both been having and witnessing difficult conversations with people.
We all have our own goals, ideas, agendas, and opinions, but when those don’t line up with the ways of others, we can’t forsake kindness.
We are called to love others.
Just as Jesus sat with liars, thieves, and sinners like us, so should we meet others right where they are with love and kindness.
Bethany joins me today to talk to you about her need for better time management, and the tips she’s learned in the last few years as a business owner, wife, and mother. Join us as we talk through managing our time in ways that give us new life and that glorify God.
Being a believer does not grant us exemption from pain and suffering. But, our sorrow and brokenness can also be places of redemption and joy in Christ. These places that hurt matter, and they are useful to the kingdom of God.
Putting myself down is something I struggle with. Whether it’s to fit it, to be funny, or because I feel like I’m failing, I use negative self-talk in a dangerous way. Join me today as we talk through how self-depreciation keeps us from living in the fullness of God’s love.
How we read our Bible matters. Taking scripture out of context is a common mistake, and also a dangerous one. Join Gordy today as he talks about having sincerity when reading God’s word.
The words Progressive and Deconstruction are becoming more openly used today, do you know what they are? Though they can have many different definitions by those who are living through them, we want to bring them into our conversations to better understand and communicate with each other.
False teaching can be tough to spot and uncomfortable to call out when you hear it. Join Brooke as she talks about why it’s important to get comfortable with talking about False Teaching.
Let’s talk about the differences between being religious and being a follower of Christ.
We can’t always trust our feelings, but we can trust the word of God. Listen as we begin our podcast journey and dig into the truth of the Bible.