In this episode of Boles of Life, Tyler and Virginia dive into the importance of theology and how what we believe about God shapes how we live.

They introduce the book "Devotional Doctrine" by Aaron Armstrong, which bridges the gap between head knowledge about God and a heart that delights in Him.

The conversation also touches on the role of AI in shaping our thoughts about God (there is an app for that), whether God can sin, and why it matters what we believe about His design. Plus, Virginia shares her twist on a classic Mississippi roast recipe!In this episode, we discuss:

• What theology is and why it matters
• The difference between skeptics, the convinced, and those who delight in theology
• Can AI help us understand God?
• How theology provides hope during difficult seasons
• A delicious and easy Mississippi roast recipe

Resources Mentioned:

• Devotional Doctrine (Free PDF Link) - https://bit.ly/4fPii0Z
• Recommended book: How Long, O Lord? by D.A. Carson - https://amzn.to/4haBc3s

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New Year, new rhythms! Tyler and Virginia kick off 2025 by discussing their process of reflecting on the past year and setting intentions for the future. They dive into how they use a life journal to develop spiritual, personal, relational, and vocational rhythms, and why it’s okay if you don’t have everything figured out by January 1st.

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• The importance of reflection before setting new goals
• How to dream about the future without pressure or perfectionism
• The value of simple, realistic habit formation
• Ideas for creating rhythms that support your spiritual, personal, and family life
• Bonus: A refreshing take on Virginia’s Orange Julius recipe! 🍊

Forming Your Life Journal - https://bolesoflife.com/forming-your-life-journal

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In this episode, we’re closing out 2024 with a lively discussion about trends, traditions, and timeless lessons. Here’s what you can expect:

• A lighthearted look at the evolution of Christmas cards and why they matter.
• A deep dive into the world of trendy tea shops and what’s really in those colorful drinks.
• Honest insights into the year’s top health and wellness trends, including intermittent fasting, inflammation, and hormone balance.
• Practical tips for navigating the pressure of trendy diets and focusing on sustainable health.
• A preview of what’s ahead as we welcome 2025.

Grab a cup of tea (or not) and join us for this candid conversation about faith, family, and food!

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Join Tyler and Virginia on this lively episode of the Boles of Life Podcast, where Virginia recounts her first-ever concussion (spoiler: stepping into a van too quickly can be dangerous!)

Then, the conversation shifts to trending topics in nutrition, including gut health, hydration myths, and how electrolytes might be the key to better hydration.

Tune in for Virginia’s insights as a dietitian, tips on making informed health decisions, and a mix of humor and practical advice as the duo tackles everything from trendy diets to essential minerals.

Also in this episode:

• Are you drinking “dry water”?
• The truth about gut health and probiotics.
• Debunking wellness fads and finding balance in nutrition.

Head to bolesoflife.com to check out our curated gift list for 2024—perfect for last-minute Christmas shopping!

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Is breakfast the most important meal of the day or is it a catchy slogan to sell cereal?

In our latest episode of Boles of Life, we dig into the truth behind that slogan and explore how your mornings can shape your entire day. From nutrition myths to practical tips, we’re sharing why breakfast might matter more than you think (and how to avoid those sugar crashes).

🎧 Listen in to hear:

• The surprising history of cereal (hint: it involves an accident and a sanatorium)
• Why coffee alone isn’t cutting it for your mornings
• Tips for starting your day right—with faith, food, and a little fun

✨ Plus, we’re keeping it real with a laugh-filled chat about messy mornings, parenting chaos, and poofy milk.


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So Tyler wrote a book… or more accurately he created a tool to help you live intentionally as a follower of Jesus by guiding you to reflect on your past, dream of your future, and practice life-giving (and life-changing) habits.

Forming Your Life is a unique, interactive journal designed to help you cultivate meaningful growth across every area of life.

But this isn’t just a journal; it’s a guided journey to:

• live with more intention,
• align with God’s character,
• and develop habits that shape your future.

In this episode, we share the story behind creating this tool, explore the principles that shaped it, and discuss how it can help you live intentionally in every area of life.

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During the holidays people tend to think one of two ways about eating:

• Either we are worried about eating healthy and not getting it wrong - focused on the weight we might gain or the macros we might get wrong.
• Or we give up taking care of our bodies altogether - we overindulge and throw in the towel because it’s the holidays and the end of the year. 

Neither is a good option. Both create shame in us and tend to cause inadvertent shame in others around us.

How do we stop eating like this?

Here’s the secret - it’s not about what you’re eating. It’s about how you’re thinking.

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Here we are, on a normal day, parenting our children under the cosmic tension of the painful and glorious truth that our world is broken and God is making all things new through Jesus.

Continuing a series on the book ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Habits of the Household⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Justin Whitmel Early, Tyler and Virginia reflect on the difficult need to parent with our eyes toward eternity, practical ways to help you think of the future, and work backward to determine your habits for today, and the great news that it isn't the success of our parenting, but the grace of Jesus that ultimately forms our kids. 

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At the end of the day, we are often at the end of what we have to give. That doesn't bode well for handling bedtime. Yet, coming to the end of ourselves isn’t a sign of failure, it’s the beginning of grace.

Continuing a series on the book ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Habits of the Household⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Justin Whitmel Early, Tyler and Virginia examine how the tension of failure and grace drives us to recognize our need for God to parent us before we parent our children, what bedtime liturgies teach our kids, and how short simple prayers help us love our kids as God does even when we aren't feeling love toward them.


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