Wanna spread holiday cheer and kindness? Are you not sure how? Here are ten ways to keep Christ at the center of our holiday season.  

Also, listen to Emily sing, me talk about being the family grinch, and my little sisters play with distortion.  

Don't say I never gave you anything. 

Ecclesiastes is the wisdom literature that was almost too dark for the Bible.  this book takes an honest look at the fallen world. Learn about authorship, key themes, and how this depressing book fits into the overall Bible narrative.  Plus it's Tori's favorite book! 

Have you ever moved? We have.  A few times.  Here are some tips that can help make the transition easier, whether you are moving states, cities, houses, or just into a new chapter of your life.  

Intro music is "Reach the Top" by Shane Ivers 

Top Ten music is "Drifting Korners" by Joseph McDade

It's foster care awareness month!  Let get aware.  Lisa and Jack Malizzi talk about their experience being foster parents and the hardships they faced.   

*THIS EPISODE MAY CONTAIN TRIGGERS* Madeleine Darowiche joins us today as we talk through her personal journey of struggling with anxiety and depression.  A tough topic to cover, but one that is needed if we are to work towards de-stigmatizing mental illness in the church.  How can mental illness change daily struggles? Why is educating yourself important? How can the church help? 

Kayla Siford joins us for a late night recording (well, kinda late) to talk about reading through the whole Bible.  Have you ever done it? What is  your strategy? What did you learn? 

There are lots of stories about dress codes going to extreme measures.  Join us as Alli and Tori look into the issue of regulating dress code and what the bible says about clothing.  

Well, we had a Lord of the Rings marathon and what else can we do but podcast about it? Join us for our first TOP TEN as we list some of the lessons we learned while watching the films. Bet you didn't think we could make a Fantasy series about some Christian stuff, plus there is a lot of goofing off. 

What does the Bible say about birth control? Surprisingly little so how do we know what's right and wrong?   PA in training, Kayla Siford gives us some insight into different types of birth control, including Plan B, and how they work with the body. Is Natural family planning an option? What are some shortcomings when it comes to sex education and the church? Join us for an awkward but informationally rewarding ride!  

Music by Shane Ivers of Sliverman Sound Studios

Photo by Anna Shvets found on Pexels

Sometimes, as Christians, we can get so caught up in rules and religion, we end up building walls around the church.  This can leave certain people who don't fit the 'mold' feeling like outsiders in their own faith.  Listen as Tori shares part of her story and how being an outsider Christian has shaped her faith today.