17. Second in First with Jessica Long
We talk with competitive swimmer and 13-time Paralympic gold medalist, Jessica Long about what it means to put Jesus first and ourselves second.
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16. We Are Second
In a world where first place is the goal, God tells us that being second is best. This truth is a staple for fruitfulness in Christ, and it sets the stage for all of Season 2. QUESTIONS WE TOUCH ON IN THIS EPISODE: Are you putting God first? Are you taking responsibility for the good…
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15. Welcome Back to The Pantry
This week, we’re taking a few minutes to reflect back on Season 1 and introduce you to this season’s theme: We Are Second.
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14. Season 1 Q&A
Season 1 Q&A // S01E14 (EPISODE 14) We’ve wrapped up Season One with a Q&A to answer personal and spiritual (usually both) questions from all of you! Thank you to everyone who’s been with us throughout this season! We’ve been blessed beyond measure as we’ve dug deeper into God’s Word to deliver encouraging and challenging…
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13. When the Bar’s Better
When the Bar’s Better // S01E13 (EPISODE 13) What happens when you start missing the old days, “B.C” (before Christ)? Even just a little bit? It’s not often spoken, but it’s definitely felt. Does it seem like you’re being thrown more curveballs now than in your pre-church days? How do you handle nostalgic feelings that…
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12. Being That Friend
You could easily make a list of all the qualities that make a great friend, but would you put your energy into finding one or becoming one? What really makes a great friend? That’s our focus in this week’s episode.
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11. When God is Silent
When God is silent // S01E12 (EPISODE 12) We’ve all lived through a time where we’ve questioned if God is listening and, if He is, if He’s going to answer us. How can we figure out why we’re experiencing the silence and how tell it’s Him talking when He does speak? QUESTIONS WE TOUCH ON…
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10. It’s About What Works
Why is it so easy to dismiss what we don’t like as unnecessary, untrue, irrelevant, or option? It isn’t about what we like, it’s about what works. So…what works?
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Happy Mother’s Day, mamas! Though this is a difficult time for some, this is undeniably a time to reflect on the joyful possibilities of this title. No one is perfect, and motherhood looks different for each and every woman who holds the title and for each child, young or old, who experiences their influence. I’ve…
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09. Sneaky Sin
We all know the “big” sins. The ones we’d never do…or the ones we really feel bad doing. But, what if God doesn’t care how big or how small, how harmless or harmful…What if it’s just about His will?
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08. What is Worship, Really?
How do we worship God? What if you can’t sing? What if you’re shy? What if…it’s not just about songs and melodies?
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07. Comparison Kills Contentment
You don’t take cooking classes to swim better. The grass isn’t always greener. You are complete in Him. Comparison—it will destroy the joy God’s gifts can bring.
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06. Faith That Rewrites the Rules
Exercising your faith is vital to overcoming life’s obstacles. It doesn’t just get us through little things or big things, it gets us through all things. It rewrites the rules on what’s possible.
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05. The Lies Anxiety Lays
Although over 40 million American adults report suffering from an anxiety disorder, less than 40% seek treatment. Anxiety is loud and full of lies—we need to listen to the Father of Truth.
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04. Facing Giants
FACING GIANTS // S01E04 (EPISODE 4) Sometimes we relate more to David, sometimes to the Israelites. No matter what the circumstance we have an enemy—but is our enemy the giant we make it out to be? Do we forget that God never loses, that no matter what, God’s plan always prevails. What are you afraid…
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