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In this episode, Eric and Angela talk candidly about what it looks like to navigate joy in the middle of struggle—when life feels heavy, energy is low, and faith isn’t exactly firing on all cylinders. Using James 1:2–4 as a backdrop, they reflect on seasons of parenting exhaustion, marriage under stress, and the slow work of perseverance that shapes us over time.

This isn’t about pretending things are easy or rushing toward quick fixes. It’s about learning how joy can exist alongside hardship, how perseverance is formed in everyday moments, and how choosing to keep showing up—together—matters more than having it all figured out.

If you’ve ever felt like your faith was running on cold coffee and unfinished prayers, you’re not alone.

❤️ Marriage Enrichment Weekend | March 20–22, 2026

If you’re looking to invest in your marriage, join us for our Marriage Enrichment Weekend at The Neighborhood Church. We’ll be joined by LaMorris and Megan Crawford of Covenant Culture Ministries, who speak and lead couples across the country.

📍 The Neighborhood Church
📅 March 20–22, 2026
🔗 Learn more and register: www.theneighborhoodchurch.com

You can also learn more about LaMorris and Megan—and check out their podcast—at:
🔗 https://www.covenantcultureministries.com

🎧 Catch Up on Messages

You can always listen to weekly messages from Eric at The Neighborhood Church Podcast:
🔗 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2542238

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Valentine’s Day is over.
The flowers fade, the chocolates run low, and real life settles back in.

In this episode of Biblical Brews & Family Views, Eric and Angela talk honestly about what love looks like after the hype, when feelings aren’t as loud—and why faith matters most in those moments.

Angela names a tension many of us feel: the world treats marriage as disposable. If it’s hard, replace it. If it’s uncomfortable, move on. But as they prepare for their daughter’s wedding—their first child to say “I do”—that message feels heavier, more personal, and more urgent.

Together, they explore:

• Why our culture struggles with covenant commitment
• What happens when feelings fade but love is still called to endure
• How faith carries relationships through ordinary, difficult seasons
• Why marriage isn’t about perfection, but faithfulness
• And how hope remains—even for those who feel unseen, behind, or discouraged

This episode isn’t about pretending marriage is easy.
It’s about believing it’s worth it.

Whether you’re married, single, divorced, engaged, or simply wondering if lasting love still exists—this conversation meets you where you are and gently points toward a faith that remains when emotions don’t.

☕ Coffee first.
❤️ Covenant love second.
🎙️ Real life always.

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Is your faith something you know about—or something you’re being shaped by?

In this episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views, we talk about how spiritual formation goes beyond head knowledge and moves into the habits, rhythms, and heart of our homes. We open up about our own parenting, marriage, and moments where we've either taught "rules" or modeled relationships. Plus, we explore practical ways to help faith grow in our families—not as a checklist, but as a way of life.

Want to hear the original sermon that inspired this conversation? Check out Pastor Eric’s message from The Neighborhood Church here:
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So grab your favorite mug, settle in, and let’s talk about what it means to have a faith that’s written on hearts… not just stone.

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Life already comes with plenty of rules—at home, at work, in relationships, and in society. But rules alone don’t give us life. In fact, for many people, they just leave us tired, pressured, and wondering if we’re ever “enough.”

In this series, From Law to Life, we explore what happens when faith shifts from performance to relationship. Instead of behavior modification, Jesus offers heart transformation. Instead of pressure, He offers freedom. Instead of shame, He offers life.

This conversation isn’t just for church people. It’s for families, couples, and everyday people trying to navigate expectations, exhaustion, and real life. We talk honestly about parenting, marriage, faith, and why grace—not rules—is what actually changes people.

🎧 The sermon referenced in this episode:
👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-neighborhood-church-podcast/id1842971324?i=1000743220216

Whether you follow Jesus, are curious, or have been burned by religion, this series is an invitation to breathe again—and rediscover life the way it was meant to be lived.

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Life has a funny way of hitting the fast-forward button when you least expect it—and sometimes it doesn’t even ask permission first.

In this episode of Biblical Brews and Family Views, Eric and Angela sit down to catch you up on the last couple of months and share why we’ve been a little quiet around here. From sickness and hospital stays, to the sudden loss of family members and loved ones, to the joyful surprise of our daughter’s engagement—life has been throwing curveballs like it’s trying out for the majors. (Spoiler alert: we did not warm up first.)

We ramble a bit, we laugh where we can, we reflect where it hurts, and we talk honestly about what God has been teaching us in the middle of the mess. This episode isn’t polished or scripted—it’s real life, real faith, and real lessons learned when everything feels upside down.

If you’ve ever felt knocked off track, overwhelmed, or unsure how to keep moving forward, you’re not alone. Grab a coffee (or something stronger—we won’t judge), and join us as we reset, reconnect, and get back to sharing life, faith, and hope together.

We’re glad to be back—and we’re really glad you’re here.

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In this real and raw episode, Eric and Angela open up about something they’ve learned the hard way: they are simply better together. Whether it’s ministry, parenting six kids, juggling schedules, navigating tough decisions, or just trying to figure out what’s for dinner — life works best when they’re a team.

But ministry doesn’t always let them be in the same room… or the same state. Sometimes circumstances call one away, and that separation isn’t easy. They talk honestly about the emotional, spiritual, and practical challenges that come with doing life and calling apart — and how the enemy loves to prowl in those moments of isolation.

This conversation gets vulnerable, a little funny, occasionally tear-tinted, and almost therapeutic as they reflect on why God designed us for connection, not independence. They unpack the truth that two are stronger than one, and together they can take on anything — chaotic mornings, church curveballs, and even the devil himself.

If you’ve ever felt the tension between your calling and your closeness… this episode will remind you that you don’t have to do life alone. We are wired for relationship, for partnership, and for cheering each other on through every battle and blessing.

Pull up a chair, pour your favorite brew, and join us for a heartfelt look at why we truly are… Better Together.

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Parenting is messy, beautiful, exhausting, and… let’s be honest… often way less “Instagram-perfect” than we’d like it to look. In this episode of Biblical Brews & Family Views, Eric and Angela dive into the tension between authenticity and social desirability as parents and Jesus-followers.

Do we raise our kids for the applause of others, or do we raise them to live faithfully before God—even when it doesn’t look polished? From Sunday morning meltdowns to the pressures of “highlight reel” parenting, we’ll share some of our own stories, laughs, and lessons along the way. Together, we’ll explore what Scripture says about pleasing God rather than people (Galatians 1:10) and how to model a faith that’s real, not filtered.

So grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and join us as we talk about raising kids, following Jesus, and embracing the beauty of imperfection.

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It’s been a summer of change in the Skelton house—taking our oldest two to college, adjusting to life with “only” four kids at home, and diving headfirst into a new homeschool year. At church, we’ve celebrated a fresh name and a renewed sense of identity. And now… we’re finally back behind the mics!

In this episode, we talk about the ups and downs of transition, what it means to find identity in Christ when everything around you is shifting, and how to embrace the rhythms God is setting for the next season. Grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and join us for some honest conversation, laughter, and hope as we step into Fresh Starts and New Rhythms.

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Ever been hurt by the very place that was supposed to bring healing? In this raw and redemptive episode, Eric and Angela pour a fresh cup of coffee and dive deep into the wounds many carry from church experiences—what we’re calling Sunday Scars. From judgment and exclusion to leadership failure and spiritual burnout, we explore how to process pain without losing faith. With honest conversation, biblical truth, and a heavy dose of grace, this episode offers hope to the hurting and a path toward healing. Whether you're limping back to church or still sitting outside the door, this one's for you.

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Before the pulpit, there was the panic. Before the calling, there was the chaos. In this episode, we get real about what ministry is actually like—beyond the stage lights and Sunday smiles. We’ll unpack what we didn’t know, what we had to learn the hard way, and what keeps us showing up week after week. Whether you’re in full-time ministry, bi-vocational, or just trying to lead a Bible study without losing your mind, this one’s for you.

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