Life Between Sundays

Adam's guest today is Silicon Valley pastor, author, and personal friend, Jay Kim. Jay and Adam talk about being online - how social media divides us, what the online world is doing to your soul, and why it's harder to follow Jesus in our digital age. Jay shares practical ways to have a healthier relationship with the digital world & social media. If you're feeling drained, discouraged, or like you're constantly comparing your life to what you see online, don't miss this episode. Get a copy of Jay's new book, Analog Christian, here: amzn.to/3z8BoM5

Adam sits down with legendary Hall of Fame NFL coach and sportscaster, Tony Dungy and his wife Lauren Dungy for a conversation you won't want to miss! Adam and the Dungy's talk about how to hear and listen to what God is saying to you, what has helped them grow with Jesus together in their marriage, how to walk with Jesus in your workplace, and why living an uncommon life leads to the joy and fulfillment you've been longing for. Pre Order a copy of Tony and Lauren's new book, Uncommon Influence, here: https://amzn.to/3c6Dq7y

Joining Adam on the podcast today is speaker, author, advocate, and one of the wisest people he knows: Katherine Wolf. Adam hopes that Katherine's story will be an encouragement to you, whatever circumstances you're facing today. In their conversation, she shares what she's learned in 14 years of holding suffering and joy together after experiencing a debilitating stroke at just 26. Katherine reveals what's shifted her perspective on suffering, how she's learned to live with real, deep gratitude in a life she never imagined & the powerful reminder that following Jesus means you have the capacity to hold suffering and that you truly can find hope no matter your circumstances. Listen to Katherine & Adam's first conversation where Katherine shares more of her story: apple.co/3P3nSjz Get a copy of Katherine & Jay Wolf's newest book called Suffer Strong here: amzn.to/3Rsypq7

Adam sits down with therapist & his good friend (and fellow Sioux Falls local!), Jason Van Ruler. Adam and Jason talk about counseling— what it's like to go and see a counselor for the first time, what you can expect when you go to therapy. They also touch on a key to relationships many of us might not even be aware of: attachment styles. Whether you're married or dating, Jason shares why it's helpful to know your partner's attachment style, why you should be aware of your own, and why some of the things we loved about our spouse when we were dating may drive us crazy when we're married. Take the attachment styles quiz here: bit.ly/3yoNeCG Find Jason on Instagram here: instagram.com/jason.vanruler

Today on The Conversation, Adam talks with author & therapist, KJ Ramsey, about the ugly side of our experience with church— church trauma & spiritual abuse. KJ shares so much wisdom about what church trauma and spiritual abuse look like, how to recognize it in yourself or someone else, & what to do if you've experienced church trauma. They also discuss what pastors, bosses, and leaders can do to understand how people you lead experience your presence, and for pastors and leaders to process your own (church) trauma as well. This is a painful topic for so many. Wherever you are today, this episode will equip you with the tools to start to get curious, to name what you've experienced and acknowledge it to yourself, to share with a friend, or to share with a counselor. Get a copy of KJ's new book, The Lord Is My Courage, here: amzn.to/3b3aPQg

Adam sits down with Dustin Nickerson. Dustin is a comedian, podcast host, dad, and husband. Dustin and Adam talk about marriage and what's Dustin's learned from being married to his wife, Melissa, sex, parenting teenagers, & how he's gotten through hard seasons. If you're going through a rough patch in your marriage, if you've been in one in the past, if you're trying to figure out parenting, or if just want to know that you're not alone in what you're going through in your relationship, this episode will encourage you, make you laugh, help you know that you're not alone. Get a copy of Dustin's book, How to Be Married (to Melissa), here: amzn.to/3O31MwW

This week on The Conversation, Adam sits down with best-selling author, counselor, and speaker, John Eldredge to talk about trauma and resilience. John and Adam talk about how to recognize if you've experienced trauma, how to begin to process and deal with it, why union with God is a key part of recovering from trauma, and how God wants to strengthen and heal those parts of your soul. This conversation is about a heavy topic, but it's so important to talk about and deal with the trauma you've experienced. Your trauma might feel like the end of your story, but it doesn't have to be. God wants to meet you in it and help you find healing. Pre-Order a copy of John's new book, Resilient, here: amzn.to/3lGGcBY

This week, Adam sits down with best-selling author Gary Chapman and Clarence Shuler to hear the story of their decades-long friendship & what they've learned about reaching across racial divides. They're also sharing their wisdom for people who look like each of them (and people who don't), how Jesus connected with people from different backgrounds, and specific steps you can take to begin to heal the divides in your own neighborhood. Get a copy of Gary's book The 5 Love Languages, here: amzn.to/3lfoWDT Pre-Order your copy of Life Changing, Cross-Cultural Friendships, here: amzn.to/3FRU7ym

Today on The Conversation, Adam is joined by author, pastor and friend, Scott Sauls. Scott shares what he's learned from carrying around regret, hurt & fear, why he believes Jesus can redeem the pain in your life, and how lament helps you to both give voice to your pain & fight back against it. Whatever regret, hurt, or fear you're walking through, this episode will help you take a first step toward healing today. Listen to Scott and Adam's first conversation about challenges in ministry, hard seasons, & handling criticism, here: link.chtbl.com/N1I9U393 Pre-order your copy of Scott's new book, Beautiful People Don't Just Happen, here: amzn.to/3yk9bDk