Becoming Something With Jonathan Pokluda

On this weeks episode we cover A LOT of ground on the topic of singleness and dating. Lisa Anderson, who is the director of Boundless at Focus on the Family, joins us to help answer questions y'all have been sending our way. To buy Lisa's book "The Dating Manifesto" click here: https://family.christianbook.com/dating-manifesto-drama-pursuing-marriage-purpose/lisa-anderson/9781434708878/pd/708872?p=1159433&event=ORC

In this episode we talk all things envy and jealousy. How can you combat the desire to have what other people have? How can you learn to celebrate other's successes rather than resent them for it? We address all of that and more on this week's episode!

In this week's episode, we're joined by David Marvin who is the author of the new book "We're All Freaking Out (and why we don't need to)". We have a discussion on anxiety and its' impact on our generation. If you want to pick up a copy of David's book click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PYJSTLZ/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1

In this week's episode we talk about how authoritative the Bible should be in our walk with Jesus. Can we trust it? How can we interpret something written thousands of years ago? We answer those questions and more!

The most questions we get from y'all are BY FAR on the topic of dating. We took a few of them and packed them into this podcast. We cover things like DTR's, expectations, dating the wrong person, and more.

This week we talk about the role of the megachurch in the modern church landscape. We've seen many megachurches fall because of leadership that isn't submitted to Jesus. Does that mean megachurches are bad? What makes a church biblical? We talk about all of this and more on this week's episode!

In this week's episode we talk about how feelings and faith interact. Can we trust our feelings? Should we make decisions based off of our feelings? We talk about all of that and more!

In this week's episode we talk about the rise of cynicism within Christianity and if it is at odds with the gospel. How can we be optimistic when things in the world look so grim?

In the Great Commission, Jesus gave us the command to go and make disciples. In this episode we talk about what that practically looks like. What does it mean to make disciples? What does it mean to be discipled? If you want to grow in your faith and help others grow in their faith, check out this episode!

Are you feeling lukewarm in your faith but don't want to be? This episode is for you! Here we describe the characteristics of a lukewarm faith and how to get out of it. We also talk about how to challenge believers in our life who seem to be lukewarm in their walk with Christ.

Whether you've moved to a new city and are looking for a church or are unsatisfied with your current church, we are here to help! In this episode we talk about the characteristics of a healthy church and the things you should keep in mind as you are looking. We also talk about whether streaming services online can count as your church.

Our world is quick to take sides and call names, all the while without actually taking time to listen. In this episode we talk about the term "gaslighting" and how we see it take place in our culture. We also discuss how Christians can respond differently to areas of disagreement.

Shane and Shane!!! We're joined by two legends who talk with us about how they got into leading worship, the meaning of their new album, and why Shane and Shane sing Scripture. Check out their new album, "Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs" wherever you listen to music!

The workplace is a very different place than it used to be just a decade ago. Working from home and casual workspaces are far more prevalent than ever. In this episode we talk about why professionalism still matters, even in different working environments. JP talks through why professionalism can honor God and love others well. If you have a job, or ever plan to have a job, check out this episode!

In this episode we promise to help make your wedding the most EPIC and INSTAGRAMABLE wedding of the year! Ok...maybe not. But we do try to help you prepare a wedding that will honor God and encourage those around you. We talk everything from budget, to invite list, to what we'd do over for our own weddings. Before you say "I do", check out this episode!

Breakups are never fun, but we are here to try to make it easier on everyone. In this episode we talk about what you need to say during a breakup, and how to know when you should or shouldn't get back together with your ex. This episode will help you when you need it most!

Are we playing harps on a cloud? Will there be golf? Is Heaven in outer space? We talk about all these questions and more on this episode as we discuss what Heaven will be like!

Sometimes you just feel like you've hit a wall when it comes to school, your job, or even a relationship. In this episode, JP talks about how to prevent burnout, and what to do if you're experiencing it. Check out this episode for some fresh perspective on why you do what you do!

In this episode we are joined by special guest to discuss how to follow Jesus in the workplace. John Houston has used his work as a homebuilder as a ministry. We talk about what it looks like to be used by God no matter your choice of career. As Christians we're all in ministry, it just depends on where we do it!

In this episode we discuss the role that fun has in our relationship with Jesus. Many of us have grown up thinking that following Jesus will actually keep us from fun. All we know is a list of rules that tell us to not drink, smoke, or have sex. Is there more to Christianity than that? Check out this episode as we talk about whether living with Jesus makes our life more fun.