God has chosen to speak primarily to and through His Church. But are we listening? Revelation 2-3 contains messages and warnings from Jesus through the apostle John. When we understand the cultural context of these letters, we can more accurately understand what the Spirit was saying and heed the message ourselves. In this episode, Whit and Casey discuss the dangers of defending truth apart from love, a self-sufficient mindset, and becoming disconnected from the Source. Show notes: Check out the message: https://youtu.be/ZYnYxm_ff8c?si=KwyPHZBsABjfrM4r

The Book of Revelation has fascinated and perplexed readers for centuries. Some people view it as a code to be cracked, others as a scary book to be avoided. But one thing remains clear: the church needs it. In this episode, Whit and Casey talk about how we should approach the book of Revelation and its significance both for the historical church and our personal journeys. Show notes: Watch the Message: https://youtu.be/pvaLuID0Avs

Scripture is meant to be experienced, but we can’t experience it (and run the risk of shallow spirituality) if we’re simply reading it and moving on.

In this episode, Casey and Whit dive into Proverbs 3:5-6. They challenge our approach to Jesus, address the pitfalls of rigid thinking, and reveal the importance of acknowledging God's presence in the everyday, mundane moments.

Shownotes:  Watch the Message: https://youtu.be/Wk2a0b7opXo In this episode, Whit mentions the book Jesus the King by Timothy Keller https://timothykeller.com/books/jesus-the-king\

A tension that arises as kids grow older is knowing when to help them and when to let them fend for themselves. It’s a tension that Heather and Jamie have yet to figure out, but they’re trying their best. And isn’t that all anyone can do? In this episode, they talk about knowing when to step in, raising unentitled kids, and things their families do that drive them crazy. Spoiler Alert: Community is key!

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.