This week, we introduce a new series on the spiritual disciplines. We talk about what spiritual disciplines are, why we need them, and how they are important in our lives. While exploring these ideas, we also give a sneak peak about the spiritual disciplines that we will be discussing in future weeks. 

Video clip from the episode found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eswv5buMepI

Song from the episode is "Follow You" by Ben Rector

Farming with Jesus is hosted by Paul Thomason and Jonah Wilson and recorded by Conlan Cymbalak.

This week, we talk about a listener's question regarding how the psalms give voice to our emotions in surprising, bold ways. 

Video clip comes from David Taylor, Eugene Peterson and Bono. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-l40S5e90KY

Song from this episode is called "Psalm 58" by 3 Youth

Farming with Jesus is hosted by Jonah Wilson and Paul Thomason and recorded by Conlan Cymbalak.

This week, we explore sadness. It's something that many of us have become deeply acquainted with over the past twelve months. And, though it's not something any of us enjoy, it impacts our lives in significant ways. Jonah and guest, Jenni Casey, unpack how sadness plays into our lives of faith. 

Recommendations

Songs from the episode:

"When a Heart Breaks" by Ben Rector

"I Don't Have the Answers" by We Are Messengers

Podcast:

Everything Happens with Kate Bowler

If you are experiencing feelings of prolonged sadness that we mentioned in this episode, please reach out for help. You can call 1-800-273-8255, or you can reach out to the church with any questions you may have. 

Farming with Jesus is hosted by Paul Thomason and Jonah Wilson and recorded by Conlan Cymbalak.

We're often told that we shouldn't worry. And, if we're honest, no one likes to worry. But sometimes, it can be so tempting. This week, we unpack why that is the case and explore how worry impacts our lives.

Recommended resource:

Spiritual Depression by Martyn Lloyd Jones

Songs played:

"Don't Worry, Be Happy" by Bobby McFarin

"The Worry Song" by Joe Walsh

Farming with Jesus is hosted by Paul Thomason and Jonah Wilson and recorded by Conlan Cymbalak.

Anger impacts our lives in many ways. Last week, we looked at the anger we often feel towards one another. This week, we explore anger in another dimension: with God. There are times that we are angry with God and that God is angry about things happening in the world. This week, we explore how these types of anger impact our lives as Christians. 

Recommended Resources:

A Serious Man (movie)

Disappointment with God and Where is God When it Hurts? by Philip Yancey

Knowing God by J. I. Packer

Introduction movie clip from A Monster Calls

Farming with Jesus is hosted by Paul Thomason and Jonah Wilson and recorded by Conlan Cymbalak.

What happens when you have joy? Do you feel like joy comes and goes in your life? Can  joy be stolen? How do you have true joy? We unpack these questions and more in our episode on joy.

Recommendations:

Spiritual Depression by Martyn Lloyd Jones

Hot Tub Religion by J. I. Packer

Enjoying God's gifts!

Songs referenced: 

"Old Church Choir" by Zach Williams

"Joy of the Lord" by Rend Collective

Farming with Jesus is hosted by Paul Thomason and Jonah Wilson and recorded by Conlan Cymbalak.

Fear can be something that grips us, motivating us to action. It's also something that can paralyze us, causing us to worry about what is ahead. How should we view fear? Is it good or bad? This week, we explore these questions and more.

Recommended Resources:

Psalms

Prophetic Lament by Soong-Chan Rah

The Wounded Healer  by J.B. Phillips

Farming with Jesus is hosted by Paul Thomason and Jonah Wilson and recorded by Conlan Cymbalak.

No one wants to experience it, but grief is something that is unavoidable in our lives. What do we do when we experience grief? How can we respond in a way that grounds us in our relationship with God? 

Recommended resources:

GriefShare Ministry: Contact Bonnie Arends at 217-784-5702 or visit https://www.griefshare.org

A Lament for a Son by Nicholas Wolterstorff

The Divine Conspiracy by Dallas Willard

A Grief Observed by Jerry Sittser

Farming with Jesus is hosted by Paul Thomason and Jonah Wilson and recorded by Conlan Cymbalak.

General information as we begin the podcast of the Gibson City Bible Church.