This week Chris is flying solo. Fall is here! The tides are turning... the leaves are changing... the days are growing shorter... He gives us updates on the behind the scenes of the podcast like getting videos uploaded on YouTube and securing the domain name. This week didn't come without its ups and downs. From truck issues to Friday night lights to drawing Texas public land hunting tags, how do we deal with the roller coaster of emotions. What keeps us going? What truths do we need to listen to? Coming off the episode of patience, this week's main topic will be about perservernce. So sit back and relax, and enjoy The Pour In Pour Out Podcast!

Scripture Readings This Week:

• Galatians 6:9
• James 1:12
• Hewbrews 12:1-2
• Romans 5:1-5

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What if the waiting isn't wasted—but worship?

In our latest episode, "Patience Is Worship: The Slow Work of Trust," we're talking about what it looks like to trust God when the answers are delayed, the progress feels painfully slow, and nothing seems to be changing.

Patience isn't passive. It's choosing to believe that God is still working—even when we can't see it yet. If you're in a season of waiting, this conversation is for you. Grab your cup, listen in, and be filled up!

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Sometimes our full calendars, endless to-do lists, and constant striving can make us feel productive—even while pulling us away from what God is actually asking of us.

In this episode, Chris and Jenn unpack the difference between being busy and being faithful. Together, we'll consider how to slow down, seek God's direction, and remember that faithfulness isn't about doing everything—it's about saying yes to the right things.

Come take a breath with us and ask: Am I simply staying busy, or am I being faithful with what God has placed before me?

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What if some of the most meaningful ministry God gives us doesn't happen on a stage, in a church building, or during a big spiritual moment… but right in the middle of our ordinary days?

In this episode, Chris and Jenn talk about finding purpose in the everyday—the school drop-offs, workdays, laundry piles, conversations around the table, interruptions, and seemingly small moments that make up our lives.

We're reminded that following Jesus isn't just about the BIG things. It's about being faithful with what - and who - He has placed right in front of us. Our homes can be ministry. Our workplaces can be ministry. Our classrooms can be ministry. Even the moments no one else sees can become holy when they're surrendered to Him.

Maybe ordinary isn't insignificant at all. Maybe it's exactly where God does some of His most beautiful work.

Grab your cup, listen in, and be encouraged to see the ministry already happening right where you are.

On this week's episode Chris takes us on a journey through all his thoughts for this season. Jenn begins her second year at NBCA, Colton starts his senior year at Smithson Valley High School, Connor starts his sophmore year in band as Chaplain while playing trumpet, and Brooklynn starts her sixth grade year with choir. The schedules are already filling up the calendar, the mornings are coming early, and the nights are ending late. Where do we continue to find time to be the best parents we can be? How can we stay rooted?

This year we will have a season of many firsts as well as a season of many lasts. Where did the time go? Chris will also talk about his passions of hunting and fishing. What is there to look forward to? Naturally this brings up memories of the past. A few stories, a few tips, a few thoughts and of course a few verses to think and pray on. Grab your favorite drink and listen to what's going on inside the heart and mind of a dad of three with a beautiful and grace filled wife. We can't do life alone, we must lean on the Truth and Word of our loving Father. Thank You Jesus for your boundless grace and love, helping us get through this beautiful life one step at a time.

Comparison is quietly stealing your joy—and most of us don't even realize it until we feel empty.

We compare our homes. + Our bodies. + Our marriages. + Our parenting. + Our careers. + Our ministries. + Our friendships. + Even our walk with God.

And before we know it, we're so busy looking at what God is doing in someone else's life that we've stopped noticing what He's doing in ours.

In this episode of Pour In, Pour Out, Chris and Jenn are talking honestly about the trap of comparison—how quietly it creeps in, how quickly it steals our contentment, and how we can redirect our focus back to the life God has actually given us.

Because somebody else's blessing doesn't mean God forgot about you.

We're talking about:

- Why comparison is such a joy-stealer - Social media and the highlight-reel trap - Comparison in friendships, family, ministry & everyday life - Celebrating others without diminishing ourselves - Gratitude, contentment & keeping our eyes on Jesus - Practical ways to recognize comparison and shut it down

Grab your cup, listen in, and be filled up.

And remember: you don't need their life to live yours well. God has purpose in the ordinary, beautiful, imperfect life right in front of you.

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"Everything happens for a reason." "God won't give you more than you can handle." "Follow your heart." "God helps those who help themselves."

We've ALL heard them. We may have even said them. But here's the question… are they actually in the Bible?

In this episode of Pour In, Pour Out, Chris and Jenn are taking some of the phrases Christians say all the time and holding them up to Scripture. Some sound biblical. Some contain a little bit of truth. And some… well, we may need to lovingly retire them.

This isn't about nitpicking our words—it's about knowing what God's Word actually says so that the truth we speak over ourselves and others is rooted in Scripture, not just something that sounds good.

Grab your cup, pull up a seat, and join us for a fun, honest conversation as we ask: "We say it all the time… but IS IT BIBLICAL?"

Listen now and tell us: What's a phrase you've always assumed was in the Bible?

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The backpacks are packed, the alarms are set, and the calendars are filling up. As summer fades and routines return, it's easy for our schedules to become full while our souls begin to run on empty.

In this episode of Pour In, Pour Out, Chris and Jenn have an honest conversation about navigating the transition back to school and back to busy—without leaving Jesus behind. Together, they share practical ways to keep Christ at the center, establish simple spiritual rhythms that last, and remember that God isn't asking for perfection—He's inviting us into His presence.

Whether you're a parent, teacher, student, or simply stepping into a new season, this episode is a reminder that even in the busiest moments, God is faithful to meet us right where we are.

Don't just organize your schedule this fall—anchor your heart.

Listen now wherever you enjoy podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could use a little encouragement as the new season begins.

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In this special wrap-up episode, Chris and Jenn look back on our summer series, Building Healthy Spiritual Habits in the Slow of Summer.

We reflect on the conversations that challenged us, the simple rhythms that helped us savor God's presence, and the biggest lessons we're carrying into the busy fall season. We also share the spiritual habits that have become non-negotiables for us as school begins, calendars fill, and life starts moving a little faster.

Summer may be ending, but the growth doesn't have to.

This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and ask:

What did God teach me this summer?

Which habits helped me stay connected to Him?

What rhythm do I want to protect as I step into fall?

You don't have to carry every habit into the next season. Choose what keeps you rooted, stay faithful in the small things, and remember that God is present in both the slow seasons and the busy ones.

Grab your cup, join the conversation, and let's pour in together so we can faithfully pour out.

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Do you ever struggle to say "no" without feeling guilty? Wonder where healthy boundaries fit into a life of loving and serving others?

In this episode, Sara joins me for an honest conversation about what Scripture teaches us regarding healthy boundaries. Together we unpack how to guard the peace God has given us without shutting people out, creating walls, or living in fear. We'll talk about recognizing burnout, protecting your priorities, communicating with grace, and remembering that healthy boundaries aren't selfish—they create space for us to love God and others well.

If you've been feeling stretched thin or overwhelmed this season, this episode is a gentle reminder that Jesus modeled both compassion and healthy limits. You don't have to carry everything to faithfully carry your calling.

Come refill your cup with us.

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