Made for Mondays

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Are you drifting—or planted?

In this episode, we dive into what it means to drift through life and how to stay grounded in what actually helps you grow. We unpack Psalm 1, revisit Amy Downs’ powerful story from the Oklahoma City bombing, and talk about how crisis doesn’t have to be the only thing that wakes us up. Plus, we’re kicking off a Bible reading challenge through the book of James to help us live with more intention.

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Is control just an illusion? In this final week of What Our World Needs Now, we dive into why real self-control doesn’t come from trying harder—it comes from surrendering. From Paul’s battle with sin in Romans to a fresh look at walls as protective boundaries, this episode explores how trusting Jesus changes everything. We even break down Greek myths, worship songs, and why willpower alone isn’t enough.

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Doug shares how being known as the “bug guy” helped him learn that gentleness doesn’t mean being soft—it’s strength under control. We talk about awkward job interviews, early life advice, and what Jesus shows us about responding with calm and compassion. If you’ve ever felt powerless or overwhelmed, this episode offers a fresh take on handling life with gentleness.

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Ever feel like it’s easier to quit than to commit? This week, we’re talking about faithfulness—what it really means to stay when it’d be easier to walk away. We’re looking at how culture treats loyalty like a points system and how that mindset shows up in our relationships. Through the story of Ruth and Naomi, and the faithfulness of God shown in Jesus, we’re asking: what would our church and community look like if we chose to show up, even when it’s hard?

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What does it mean to be good—and is being good even the point? In this episode, the team unpacks the idea that real goodness isn’t about performance but about a person. They talk through tough questions like how to respond when people say the church should “call others out,” how to have hard conversations without memorizing scripture, and why our need to earn everything spills into our view of faith. 

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What’s the difference between being nice and being kind? This week, the team unpacks a relatable Airbnb story, dives into a surprising encounter between Jesus and a Samaritan woman and explores how real kindness doesn’t just keep the peace—it crosses barriers. We’re talking about why being kind sometimes means doing harder things, and how it can lead to deeper connection and change. Join the convo and think about what kindness might look like in your everyday life.

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Where do you tend to lose your patience—at home, online, or in traffic? In this episode, we talk about how having a “long fuse” can help us respond differently when things get heated. It’s not about pretending things don’t bother us but learning how to stay steady in a culture that’s quick to cancel and slow to forgive. We also unpack practical ways to grow in patience—with others and with ourselves.

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This week on Made For Mondays, we dig into a listener's “What the WHAT?!” about how “salty” went from a biblical positive to a cultural negative. We also talk through highlights from the latest Bible reading plan, what’s helping us find peace in a noisy world, and how the idea of shalom can reshape everything. Plus, we unpack Sunday’s message on why happiness might not be the goal—and how the peace of Christ might be what we’re actually missing.

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It’s been a few weeks, so let's catch up! We talk about how chasing joy can actually leave us empty, what it means to stay fully charged with Jesus, and how a “normal” day looks different when you're connected to something bigger. Plus, we share thoughts on what drains our joy and why a simple one-minute pause might change everything.

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We’ve all had moments where we meant well but things didn’t go as planned—Tyler shares one of those stories from early ministry days. This episode dives into the kinds of poverty we often overlook—relational, emotional, and spiritual—and how fasting isn’t just about food, but about making space for real change. Whether you're just curious about faith or have been walking it out for years, this conversation will hit home.

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