Seek First

This was supposed to be an interview; this was supposed to be another topic all together. We planned all week for the intended topic, but the morning of recording day God had other plans. Join Andrew and Lauren as they get raw and share what they've learned from marriage. Little to no prep - this one is straight from the heart. 

Have you ever felt like the current season you were in would never end? The men Joshua led marching around the walls of Jericho likely felt this way. If you read Joshua 6, notice that Joshua doesn't tell his men how many days the marching will last. Each day the men went and marched, then returned to camp for the night. Day one... march. Day two... march. Day three... march. This continued for 6 days without change. Sometimes we feel like we are marching day after day with no end in sight. Our days can feel monotonous and mundane, but what if this is your day seven? Today could be the day for your miracle. This could be the moment you have worked so diligently for. Don't stop. Don't give up. Certainly don't lose hope. Today might be the day.

We have no problem praying and believing for a miracle for everyone around us, but what about when it comes to your miracle? Our faith only goes as far as how personal we make our walk with God. Elijah had no problem calling down God's power against the prophets of Baal, but when Jezebel commanded for Elijah to be killed, he retreated to a cave in hiding. God cares about the things you care about - just look at Matthew 6:26. It's time to make your faith personal.

This week Andrew and Lauren interview special guest, Justin Cottrell, about a recent post to social media he made. We hope you enjoy this as much as they enjoyed recording it!

We read books, listen to podcasts, and do marriage counseling to learn how to better love the people closest to us in our lives. We find ways to make each other feel loved and valued as a family unit, but what about loving the unlovable? The people who have hurt us, those who put no effort in a simple greeting in passing, the ones who we have determined we need to "put up walls to protect ourselves from" - what did Jesus say about those people? According to 1 Corinthians 13, we're nothing more than tinkling cymbals; we profit nothing if we operate in every gifting but have not love. This week Andrew and Lauren dive into a topic that isn't just necessary, but essential for followers of Christ.

Ever thought it would be cool to go back to college? What about that dream in your heart to start a nonprofit? The timing will never be perfect and the risks will always seem to outweigh the benefit - but what if those dreams are God given? He has provided you with specific talents and abilities. He has placed you exactly where you are for this specific season. Joseph had a dream, but it cost him his pride and everything that was comfortable. It's time to take the risks where they seem illogical, and let God do the rest. Join Andrew and Lauren as they share a burden that weighs heavy on their hearts. After all, you were made for this.

Join Andrew and Lauren for an interview with Pastor Greg Hurley. We hope this is a blessing to you.

Seasons of waiting entail growth, as we learn to depend on God to supply our needs. We can find strength in knowing the word and the many examples God provides for us of how he has come through in the past. Moses went from royalty to the desert, David tended to the sheep in isolation before he killed the giant, and even Jesus had to endure a hidden season before the miraculous took place. Join Andrew and Lauren as they encourage you embrace this season, and serve right where you are.

God's call is often outside of our comfort zone. It requires action to activate our faith and propel us into God's miraculous plan. Join Andrew and Lauren as they share a personal testimony of God's faithfulness during a time in their life when seeking his will first appeared illogical. Be encouraged by their personal account of what God can do with audacious obedience when the rest of the world encourages you to play it safe.

God's call is often outside of our comfort zone. It requires action to activate our faith and propel us into God's miraculous plan. Join Andrew and Lauren as they share a personal testimony of God's faithfulness during a time in their life when seeking his will first appeared illogical. Be encouraged by their personal account of what God can do with audacious obedience when the rest of the world encourages you to play it safe.