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Episodes
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
I had a bad experience with ministry leadership. How do I approach a new opportunity? (13:17-31:39)
I want a divorce. I know I shouldn't want that, but I do. What do I do? (31:46-54:13)
How do I keep patience going? (54:16-1:08:36)
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Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
I know Jesus doesn't condemn me for my past, but it is really easy to judge myself for it. How do I stop that? (16:19-31:56)
Every morning I wake up and am immediately mad at the world. What does God want me to do? (32:01-49:50)
As the world starts to reopen, how should we pace ourselves with social engagements and deal with things like a desire to cancel plans? (49:54-1:05:52)
Closing Song: I Must Tell Jesus
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The Gunslinger Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVkJ4GRzyV0
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Should I date someone who doesn't want to go to church because of bad past experiences? (17:10-32:12)
A lot of people are linking the Atlanta area shooter to purity culture. I grew up in that type of environment and it is kind of freaking me out. What's your take on that? (32:16-50:28)
I recently joined my church's council, but I feel like I am having trouble getting used to how it works. Any tips? (50:31-1:11:39)
Closing Song: Old Rugged Cross (Jed Brewer)
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Links to things we discuss in the Emergency:
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
What does it mean to "walk by the spirit"? (15:42-29:53)
I got a new job and am having a lot of anxiety about proving myself to new people. Any advice? (29:56-48:29)
I really don't like change. How can I better with it? (48:33-1:02:36)
Closing Song: Fatherless (The Bridge Loud ft Lins Honeyman)
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Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
How do I know who I can trust? (14:41-31:46)
What are Christians supposed to make of "cancel culture"? (31:50-53:02)
I feel like the last year has messed with my idea of joy, how do I reset it? (53:07-1:11:14)
Closing Song: Though The Mountains (The Yearwoods)
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Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
1 Corinthians 13:11 says to put off childish things, but Jesus said to come to him like a child. What am I missing? (16:44-31:07)
Why do I have trouble concentrating when I pray? (31:12-46:36)
I have a friend who has experienced trauma around church and religion. How do I speak about my faith with them without hurting them? (46:40-1:01:48)
Closing Song: Everlasting (Deacons Division)
The picture we discuss in the emergency:
https://twitter.com/mattkinger/status/1369436223538888706?s=20
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Wednesday Mar 03, 2021
Wednesday Mar 03, 2021
What is the purpose of marriage, practically? (16:30-31:19)
A relative created a situation that got me in trouble with my landlord, now the whole thing is a big mess. How do I deal with all the freak out this is causing me? (31:24-49:34)
How to you proceed when you mean well but still fall short? (49:39-1:04:06)
Closing Song: Deuteronomy 31:6 (The Poolhouse Guru)
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Wednesday Feb 24, 2021
Wednesday Feb 24, 2021
God gave me a great job. How do I make sure I am not overworking? (14:42-27:47)
My boyfriend isn't gentle with me, and that bothers me. Is it a big problem? (27:52-43:46)
What does 2 Thessalonians 1:11 mean "make you worthy of his calling"? (42:50-57:50)
Closing Song: He Giveth More Grace (Lee Younger)
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Wednesday Feb 17, 2021
Wednesday Feb 17, 2021
How do I balance being a good partner with making sure I'm doing self-care? (18:09-27:06)
I feel like every time my life gets better, I mess it up. How does got want me to handle this? (27:11-38:08)
What are Christians supposed to do about friends and family who believe in QAnon? (38:13-1:00:00)
Closing Song: Four Good Reasons (Jed Brewer)
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Wednesday Feb 10, 2021
Wednesday Feb 10, 2021
How do I love people I really, really disagree with? (17:52-32:17)
How can you make or maintain friendships with people you don't see regularly? (32:22-46:10)
The Bible says I am "free" from sin. But I am going to be always be a sinner. So what does that mean? (46:15-1:01:58)
Closing Song: I Am Free (Lee Younger)
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