Anything But Quiet Time

This week we have a candid conversation about mental health after the storm, not taking "people's word for it" if God says otherwise, social media influencers and what can be the negative side of it, and morals changing in society by the day.

Carder shares from a seminar with N.T. Wright and explains the importance of both holiness and unity, along with many takeaways from the book of Ephesians.

Rachelle unpacks the fight between Saul & David and how the story reminds us the importance of staying focused. Carder shares how Christians should brace for election season.

When shouldn't we be comfortable with death? Carder also talks about the commands presented in 1 Thessalonians 5 and how they might feel impossible. Rachelle shares about (potentially) the need for pain.

 Rachelle and Carder talk about the lie of comparison and unhealthy competition. They also talk about the lie of shame and how a relationship with Jesus sets us free.

Has reading a new scripture ever made you wonder if you’ve got it all wrong?? That’s what Hebrews 10:26 did to Rachelle and Carder. Listen in as they show us how to wrestle through a scary scripture and talk about sharing your faith in a healthy way that embraces truth AND love.

Rachelle reflects on helping her children grow spiritually. Carder tells us about a time he triggered a friend at church. 

We share a critical comment and dive into how you can know if what you're thinking is truly from God. We also talk about where we messed up and had to ask for forgiveness.

Rachelle shares about what she's learning watching a documentary, and why it's important to not give temptation a seat at the table. She also tells a bible story that will inspire you to get out of your comfort zone. Carder says it's actually biblical to be selfish in one area of your life, and it might surprise you!

Carder wonders if we push Jesus on our kids and Rachelle proves that God is good with Old Testament math.

Rachelle's oldest child is graduating and she's having trouble letting go, but has been encouraged through scripture on how to move forward. Carder revisits something he might have gotten wrong from a couple of episodes ago.

We go over one phrase that isn't actually in the Bible, but it's been treated like it is. We also talk boundaries as a church body for someone who is in unrepentant sin; and a quote that might give you that courage you need to share your faith. 

Some things seem like strictly coincidence. Like getting the front row parking spot at the store 2 trips in a row. We discuss whether things like this are for a reason, as well as God's control on events like this. We also discuss sharing our faith in Christ, and the difference between preaching and planting a seed.

What should a quiet time look like? Does it have to look like what a friend or a pastor recommends? Singer Riley Clemmons joins us to talk about that, as well as her coming to the realization that you don't have to look perfect to be a Christian.

Often we love stories of forgiveness, but are unwilling to forgive those that have really hurt us. Do I have to forgive, according to God? How does that work if I still can't trust them? And Is "forgiving yourself" unbiblical? We cover all this and more!

It's important to be loving when sharing about Jesus. But we also discuss if something is bad to say just because it SOUNDS mean. And the question: "is there ever a wrong time to share the gospel?"

When you are confronted by the Holy Spirit and others with your anger issues, what should you do? Rachelle admits the problem and shares a step towards solving it. 

We discuss not just being "book smart" or knowing the Bible, but also how to actually apply it in our lives. One major story that shows us how to do that: Jesus with the woman at the well. We also showcase a Dr. Phil impression.

We discuss "rubber necking" in life. Instead of staying on track and looking ahead for what God has, often we look to the side at what someone else is doing. We also share encouragement for getting rest.

If there was a box to check for your relationship status with God, which would you check: in a relationship, not in a relationship, or it’s complicated? In the relationships of your life, there have been defining moments. Rachelle discusses some DTR’s that God has with the human race. The ones that applied to major biblical heroes (Abraham, Moses and David) might just apply to you too!