Not Quite There with Chris Howard and Mike Mobley

Imagine traveling to the past in a time machine and having a conversation with yourself. We asked many of you men and women the question, “What is one piece of advice you would tell the younger version of yourself today?” and here are your answers.

Chris and Mike discuss a topic that is often pushed to the back of line of subject matters - our health and how we eat. Let’s talk about why it’s important to actually eat good and the consequences whether good or bad on how God designed our bodies. What is at the root of how we make decisions on what to eat everyday?

It’s time to put away childish things and embrace maturity. “Adulting” doesn’t have to be a negative thing. In fact, there’s great personal growth and fulfillment that comes with redeeming responsibilities.

Be careful not to isolate yourselves and run back to childish ways just because life gets difficult. Here are some warnings and dangers about this but some practical steps you can start taking now to grow up. 

1 Corinthians 13:11

When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I gave up childish ways.

1 Corinthians 16:13-14

“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.”

Mike and Chris discuss the importance of speaking life into others and being intentional with our words. God numbers our days and knows exactly how long we are here so we never want to take anything for granted. Who can you build up and encourage today? What is God prompting you to say to someone right now? Don’t wait and take the opportunity to tell truth and speak life into someone.

Proverbs 16:24

Proverbs 25:11

Ephesians 4:29

No one wakes up with the goal of discouraging their child, however too often we provoke our children without even thinking about it. So why does this happen so often? Chris and Mike talk about some of the lessons they’ve learned on just how easy it is to be a jerk to our children vs being gentle, patient, loving, and kind as we disciple them.

What is anxiety? How can it manifest itself physically and mentally in someone? Mike and Chris discuss their personal experiences with anxiety and emphasize the importance of seeking support from a local community, whether it be friends, a church, or a small group.

They also discuss practical steps for managing anxiety such as time management, setting priorities, and taking care of one's physical and mental health. They highlight the power of Scripture in finding peace and comfort during anxious moments.

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Chris Howard is in the hot seat as we talk about his story. We learn how a dysfunctional upbringing and lack of discipleship doesn’t prevent God from protecting, providing and giving purpose and showing how his power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9).

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In today's episode, we follow the path of Mike Mobley with stops in DFW, L.A., Nashville, and Austin. We find out that there isn't any acting when it comes to Mike being vulnerable and sharing how God keeps providing along the way to help him use his gifts in multiple ways. We also discuss Chris's sexy voice and get a surprise call.

Chris and Mike share the vision behind the Not Quite There podcast and set the stage for what subscribers can expect as we move forward together.