Our families are often the people who can drive us the craziest. But our closest relationships make us who we are. Jamie and Heather wonder if God put people so drastically different from them in their family to teach them how to communicate. In this episode, they talk about family values, embracing their differences, working through relational conflict, and leaning into the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Family is messy, but family matters.

There’s a tension when it comes to justice that we have to wrestle with: the tension of compassion and judgment, but also the tension of the individual and the community. Life isn’t black and white, and the Proverbs make this clear. So, in a complicated and broken world, how can we become people of justice?

In this episode, Whit and Casey talk about the nature of justice, navigating nuanced situations, and reconciling the goodness of God with the injustice we still see in the world. Show notes: In this episode, Whit references the book Dominion by Tom Holland

Have you ever wondered, "when will I feel like an adult?" Jamie and Heather sure have. As they watch their kids grow and mature, it's highlighted the areas they themselves still need to grow. But maybe it’s part of God’s design that we grow up with our kids. 

In this episode, they talk about crying on social media, retaining their youthfulness, and modeling maturity for their kids (well, trying). 

Heather and Jamie have decided it’s time to have "the talk" with their younger kids. We often don’t talk about certain things because it feels too scary or complicated.  But when we’re willing to tell the truth, we become safe places for our kids.  

In this episode, they tackle topics like walking in humility with your spouse, broaching uncomfortable conversations, and telling the truth – even when it’s painful or awkward. 

DISCLAIMER: this episode talks about sex and puberty, so be advised when listening around young children.

Show notes:

In this episode, they recommend Stan and Brenna Jones’ God’s Design for Sex Series.  

They also talk about Judy Blume's book Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.

Do you ever find that it’s easy to trust God with some things and hard to trust Him with others? We’re often selective about what we fully give to the Lord, especially when it comes to our kids. 

Parenting (especially young adults) has tested Jamie and Heather’s trust in God in big ways recently. In this episode, they talk about hair appointments, playing God, and trusting the Lord with their feelings: big and small.

You’ve probably heard the old adage, “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” And you’ve probably come to learn that it just simply isn’t true. Proverbs has a lot to say about the power of words: “The tongue has the power of life and death . . .” Proverbs 18:21.

How we speak to each other, give and receive correction, and work through conflict matters. In this episode, Whit and Casey explore the power of words in our relationships. They discuss speaking with integrity, having hard conversations with friends, and the hope we have because of the gospel. 

Show notes:

Listen to the message: https://youtu.be/mtsy7gUeM8o

Download Pete Scazzero's Latter of Integrity: https://dl01.churchonthemove.com/file/753

It’s easier than ever to be influenced by pop culture, celebrities, social media, etc. What you consume shapes and forms you. So, it begs the question, what are you being influenced by?

In this episode, Jamie and Heather discuss a wide range of topics including the impossible pressures of social media, finding contentment, how a real relationship with Jesus completely changed the way they view success, and, naturally, Taylor Swift.

We've all been around full-grown adults that behave like children... and if you're being honest, you've likely been one of those adult children yourself. So, what do you do when you notice a pattern of immaturity in your life?

In this episode, Whit George and Casey Shirley discuss the pathway to maturity. They talk about holding two character traits in tension: Submission and Agency. Learn how to address patterns of immaturity in various aspects of life and embrace your true identity and purpose as guided by God.

Is telling a lie ever okay? Are you hurting your relationships with the words you speak or don’t speak? To kick off their summer break, Heather and Jamie recently went to see a movie together that left them asking themselves these very questions. In this episode, they explore the nuance of communication, navigating people’s feelings, and telling the truth even when it’s hard. 

Show Notes:

In this episode, they talk about the movie You Hurt My Feelings

(Disclaimer: This movie is rated R for language)

What should we make of the brokenness and suffering in our world? What is God in control of? In this episode, Whit sits down with one of our Tulsa Pastors, Chris Turner, to wrap up our series on Joseph. Chris shares about his experience of losing his mother and how that tragedy shaped his walk with God. They explore views on the sovereignty of God, how He can use evil for good, and get vulnerable about what it’s like to prepare and preach a message. Show Notes: Listen to the message: https://youtu.be/wF8iZeGIjGY