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On today's episode, Jana and Reata discuss their favorite verses and tangible takeaways from the Book of Matthew. Reata shares how Matthew Chapter 15 makes her use scripture as a mirror to see what is in her heart, as well as how our speech is a reflection of what is in our heart. Jana shares how Matthew Chapter 6 helps her overcome struggles with being a natural saver and to prioritize letting go of money so that money does not own her. Lastly, Reata recalls a busy time in her life that left her feeling exhausted when she found Matthew 27:32 which transformed her mindset on letting go of her pride and accepting help from others.

Verses Mentioned and Referenced:

Matthew 15:17-20
17 “Don’t you see that whatever enters the mouth goes into the stomach and then out of the body? 18 But the things that come out of a person’s mouth come from the heart, and these defile them. 19 For out of the heart come evil thoughts—murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander. 20 These are what defile a person; but eating with unwashed hands does not defile them.” 

Matthew 6:19-21
19 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

Matthew 27:32
32 As they were going out, they met a man from Cyrene, named Simon, and they forced him to carry the cross.

Resources:
Be Ready E3 - The Importance of Being Ready (Part 2) Links: 

Parable of the Sower Episode ApplePodCast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-ready-e3-the-importance-of-being-ready-part-2/id1730232459?i=1000649401014

Parable of the Sower Episode YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSBHRcqyop8&t=3s

"Smart Money Smart Kids" by Dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze: https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Money-Kids-Raising-Generation/dp/1937077632
Pro tip: If you're interested in this resource check your local library to see if they have it available ;)

Tangible Talks podcast conducts conversations about applying the teachings of God in everyday situations that reveal Jesus. 

Show Music: 
"Brand New Day" by Reveille

Show Credits: 
Creative Producers & Hosts - Jana Hunt, Reata Strickland
Editor - Jana Hunt 
Sound Design & Graphic Artist - Reata Strickland 

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On today's episode Jana and Reata discuss their favorite verses and tangible takeaways from the Book of John. Reata shares a story about experiencing John chapter 3 in her life when God used her passion for researching the Bible to help bring a seeking student to Jesus. They also discuss Jesus' first miracle and how the Bible implies that Mary already knew that Jesus could perform miracles. Reata shares how John 15 helped her get through a tumultuous time in her life and how it strengthened her relationship with Jesus. Jana discusses how John 4:13 and 8:31-32 help her to stay focused and not get distracted with worldly cares and expectations.

Key Verses Mentioned: 

John 3:19-21 (NIV)
19 This is the verdict: Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil. 20 Everyone who does evil hates the light, and will not come into the light for fear that their deeds will be exposed. 21 But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what they have done has been done in the sight of God.

John 4:13-14 (NIV)
3 Jesus answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, 14 but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”

John 8:31-32 (NIV)
31 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. 32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

John 12:42-43 (NIV)
42 Yet at the same time many even among the leaders believed in him. But because of the Pharisees they would not openly acknowledge their faith for fear they would be put out of the synagogue; 43 for they loved human praise more than praise from God.

John 15:14-17 (NIV)
14 You are my friends if you do what I command. 15 I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you. 16 You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you. 17 This is my command: Love each other.

John 21:18-22 (NIV)
18 Very truly I tell you, when you were younger you dressed yourself and went where you wanted; but when you are old you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will dress you and lead you where you do not want to go.” 19 Jesus said this to indicate the kind of death by which Peter would glorify God. Then he said to him, “Follow me!”20 Peter turned and saw that the disciple whom Jesus loved was following them. (This was the one who had leaned back against Jesus at the supper and had said, “Lord, who is going to betray you?”) 21 When Peter saw him, he asked, “Lord, what about him?”22 Jesus answered, “If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow me.”

**Special thanks to Scott Barnes for audio corrective intervention and sound assistance!

Tangible Talks podcast conducts conversations about applying the teachings of God in everyday situations that reveal Jesus. 

Show Music: 
"Brand New Day" by Reveille

Show Credits: 
Creative Producers & Hosts - Jana Hunt, Reata Strickland
Editor - Jana Hunt 
Sound Design & Graphic Artist - Reata Strickland 

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On today's episode, Jana and Reata dive into a new series titled, The Gospels. In this episode, they define the term "Gospels" and identify the four books that comprise the Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Throughout the conversation Jana and Reata provide a summary of each of the books, highlight the intended audiences, as well as some of the authors' defining characteristics. Additionally, Reata elaborates on how the Gospels relate to Genesis and explains why the Gospels are "Good news", not only to the intended audiences of the times, but to all readers still to this day.

Key Verses Mentioned:

"For even the son of man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." Mark 10:45 (NIV)

"But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name." John 20:31 (NIV)

Resource:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXuzbYHfg5s (Link to Church of the Highlands sermon on The Gospels)

Tangible Talks podcast conducts conversations about applying the teachings of God in everyday situations that reveal Jesus. 

Show Music: 
"Brand New Day" by Reveille

Show Credits: 
Creative Producers & Hosts - Jana Hunt, Reata Strickland
Editor - Jana Hunt 
Sound Design & Graphic Artist - Reata Strickland 

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In today's episode, Jana and Reata reflect on their favorite tangible takeaways from the previous two series, "Change" and "Be Ready". During this discussion they mention verses and quotes that are meaningful in their everyday lives and help inspire spiritual growth. Reata also shares a personal experience with trusting in God and using "what was in her hand" to help friends in need with a seemingly impossible task in order to receive medical treatment.

Verses mentioned: 

• 1 Chronicles 28:20 David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the work for the service of the temple of the Lord is finished.
• 1 Corinthians 13:4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
• Exodus 4:2-4  Then the Lord said to him, “What is that in your hand?”
  “A staff,” he replied. 3 The Lord said, “Throw it on the ground.” Moses threw it on the ground and it became a snake, and he ran from it. 4 Then the Lord said to him, “Reach out your hand and take it by the tail.” So Moses reached out and took hold of the snake and it turned back into a staff in his hand.

Quotes:

• "Pray, give, share"
• "To remember, to inspire, to encourage" 
• "Walk in love, don't fall"
• "It always seems impossible until it's done" - Nelson Mandela
• "If you want to go fast go alone; if you want to go far go together" - Robin Jones Gunn

Episodes Referenced: 

• Change E2 - What's in Your Hand? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXX5QxGvZ00&list=PLlfkVUwK10nLjM2ESwlnyjQLAmMWPxQaw&index=1
• Change E3 - Changing Your Mindset https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvmUHuDSk20&list=PLlfkVUwK10nLjM2ESwlnyjQLAmMWPxQaw&index=2
• Change E4 - Into the Desert https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4yU7zLnyEQ&list=PLlfkVUwK10nLjM2ESwlnyjQLAmMWPxQaw&index=3
• Be Ready E2 - The Importance of Being Ready (Part 1) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iv2g3GpqotE
• Be Ready E5 - Being Ready for Life, Love, and Death https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpjBSf4Qi0M

Resources: 

1. The parable of the sower: https://bibleproject.com/bible/niv/matthew/13/
2. The dash poem: https://lindaellis.life/the-dash-poem
3. Gifts for Tommaso: https://www.giftsfortommaso.org/
4. Marcello and Raffa Food and Wine Tours: https://www.bluone.com/en/about-us

Tangible Talks podcast conducts conversations about applying the teachings of God in everyday situations that reveal Jesus. 

Show Music: 
"Brand New Day" by Reveille

Show Credits: 
Creative Producers & Hosts - Jana Hunt, Reata Strickland
Editor - Jana Hunt 
Sound Design & Graphic Artist - Reata Strickland 

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Today's episode dives into the parable of the sower; exploring the symbolism and tangible lessons we can learn from Jesus' teaching on the four types of seeds that represent individuals and their varying degree of faith and acceptance of God's word.
While discussing the four types of seeds, we explore topics such as knowing what you should do, but not doing it; procrastination and lack of discipline in daily life/habits.

Additionally, we take a deeper dive into the third seed, the person who hears the word of God, but is choked out by worldly cares and the deception of riches. This discussion lends itself to answering the questions: What are worldly cares? What do they look and feel like in our daily lives and what are some ways to combat them?

Topics Discussed: 

1. Breaking free from the fear of others' opinions
2. Worldly cares - internal and external
3. Internal and materialistic clutter that get in the way of living our best lives
4. Jealousy and comparison

Questions Proposed: 

1. What things/thoughts have you removed from your life to help you better prepare for a more calm/peaceful life? Why is this important?
2. What ideas/practices have you adopted to prepare for a more fulfilling life?

 
Notable Verse:
Matthew 13:23 "But as for the seed sown on good soil, this is the person who hears the word and understands. He bears fruit, yielding a hundred, sixty, or thirty times what was sown.”

Quotes Referenced -

“The first step in crafting the life you want is to get rid of everything you don’t” 
- Joshua Becker

“Every physical possession we own takes up space in our home and mental space in our mind.” - Joshua Becker 

Tangible Talks podcast conducts conversations about applying the teachings of God in everyday situations that reveal Jesus. 

Show Music: 
"Brand New Day" by Reveille

Show Credits: 
Creative Producers & Hosts - Jana Hunt, Reata Strickland
Editor - Jana Hunt 
Sound Design & Graphic Artist - Reata Strickland 

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On today's episode, Reata and Jana discuss the importance of being ready or being prepared. Additionally, they expand their reach and explore the significant role that being ready has in the lives of others. During this episode, Reata and Jana converse about biblical examples where God prepares others through someone else. For example, Abraham taught his children the ways of God which ripple into the lives of believers to this day. Additionally, before David died, he prepared all of the material needed for Solomon to build the temple of God. Jana also reflects on people who have prepared/impacted her life and how that influence lives on today. Lastly, they explore the meaning and significance about the "dash" or days of our lives and ponder questions about the influence and purpose of a life well lived.

Topics and Questions Discussed: 
1) Sometimes our experience and preparation is for more than ourselves. It’s for our children, for our community and even the world.
2) Who are some people in your life whom have helped prepare you for where you are today? 
3) How do you prepare others if you are not ready? 
4) Biblical example of not being prepared in the parable of the 10 Virgins in Matthew.

Join us as we discuss the importance of being ready on Tangible Talks Podcast!

Tangible Talks podcast conducts conversations about applying the teachings of God in everyday situations that reveal Jesus. 

Show Music: 
"Brand New Day" by Reveille

Show Credits: 
Creative Producers & Hosts - Jana Hunt, Reata Strickland
Editor - Jana Hunt 
Sound Design & Graphic Artist - Reata Strickland 

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On today's episode, we embark into a new series topic, "Be Ready". During this episode, we discuss why we chose this topic and its significance in preparing one to live out God's purpose for their life. Additionally, we explore examples of biblical preparedness in scripture  and how they relate to tangible life lessons in our daily lives. Biblical examples mentioned, include the Israelites being prepared for Passover in Exodus, as well as Marth and Jesus in Luke.  

Questions proposed: 
1) What does it mean to be ready? 
2) What are some examples in scripture where God called others to be ready for action? 
3) What are some actions we can take in our lives to be ready? 
4) Are there seasons or patterns of being ready/being prepared for a change in our lives? 

Tangible Talks podcast conducts conversations about applying the teachings of God in everyday situations that reveal Jesus. 

Show Music: 
"Brand New Day" by Reveille

Show Credits: 
Creative Producers & Hosts - Jana Hunt, Reata Strickland
Editor - Jana Hunt 
Sound Design & Graphic Artist - Reata Strickland 

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This episode is the concluding discussion of our series on CHANGE . In today's conversation we explore how the Hebrews, under Moses’ leadership, were led to change, in order to be set free from slavery. This story and these scriptures are an analogy that helps us to see and believe that God will set us free from those things that hold us prisoner. What is in you that holds you back? You will discover the answer in the desert. Join us as we go “Into The Desert” on Tangible Talks Podcast.

Questions proposed: 

• Why is the desert a theme in scripture? 
• Why is the desert an important place?
• Why was the desert a setting for changing the Hebrews from slaves to free people?
• What does it mean to fear God in scripture? 

Topics considered: 

• If the children of Israel had gone from Egypt to the promised land quickly, they would have taken their old ideas, their old ways of thinking with them and created a new Egypt.
• To know God's WAYS is to know who He is; to know God's ACTS is to know what He does. There is a difference. God wants us to know His ways!
• Experiencing the winds of change in your life, how to recognize and prepare for seasons of change. 
• Sometimes we are called to lead and other times we are called to support others. Together we can have greater impact. 

4 reasons God lead the people into the desert: 

1.  To humble them 
2.  To prove them (what is in you? Will you be loyal to God)
3. To know their heart 
4. To see if they will keep the laws of God (will they do things the way God says to do them)?

4 Ways to know someone is called to change, but will not, or is unwilling to change at the present time:

1. Excuses
2. Complaining and grumbling
3. Blame others for the situation (fault finding)
4. Want to go back

4 times people change: from John Maxwell 

1. They hurt enough they have to 
2. They see enough they’re inspired to 
3. They learn enough they want to 
4. They receive enough they’re able to

Favorite Verses from the episode: 

• Exodus 14:14 "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." 
• Exodus 33:17-19 And the Lord said to Moses, “This very thing that you have spoken I will do, for you have found favor in my sight, and I know you by name.” Moses said, “Please show me your glory.” And He said, “I will make all my goodness pass before you and will proclaim before you my name ‘The Lord.’ And I will be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and will show mercy on whom I will show mercy."

Tangible Talks podcast conducts conversations about applying the teachings of God in everyday situations that reveal Jesus. 

Show Music: 
"Brand New Day" by Reveille

Show Credits: 
Creative Producers & Hosts - Jana Hunt, Reata Strickland
Editor - Jana Hunt 
Sound Design & Graphic Artist - Reata Strickland 

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Today's podcast continues our journey with Moses, and discusses how God walks with Moses and the Israelites on their exodus out of Egypt and into the desert. During this episode, we focus on Exodus chapters 5-12 exploring  topics, such as the Israelite's mindset and reactions to the plagues, as well as Pharaoh's hardening heart. We also touch on Moses' insecurities when Pharaoh doubles the work of the Hebrews after their request to go worship their God. Additionally, Reata raises the question about examining the perspective of the plagues versus miracles that God performed to free the Hebrews from Egyptian rule. Jana shares how her relationship went through a difficult season after a major life change, and how she had to change her mindset and communication with Jordan to better their relationship. 

Questions asked during the podcast: 

• Have you ever felt inadequate or ill equipped to fulfill a role or perform a task? 
• What does God mean when he says, " I will harden Pharaoh's heart." ? 
• Are they plagues or miracles? 

Tangible Talks podcast conducts conversations about applying the teachings of God in everyday situations that reveal Jesus. 

Show Music: 
"Brand New Day" by Reveille

Show Credits: 
Creative Producers & Hosts - Jana Hunt, Reata Strickland
Editor - Jana Hunt 
Sound Design & Graphic Artist - Reata Strickland 

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On this episode, we dive into conversation centered around Exodus Chapters 1-5, and discuss main themes found within the scripture, as well as tangible lessons that can be derived from the living word today. Questions proposed include: 

• "Have you ever felt that there was a moment or time in your life when God wasn't listening?"
• "Have there been moments in your life when God called and you didn't answer? Or you didn't want too at first, but you did eventually answer? 

Themes discussed throughout the episode: 

1. God is with you even in hard or difficult seasons of life
2. Sometimes growth or action requires struggle to encourage change
3. Jealousy and fear can lead to destructive decisions
4. Sometimes you have to make difficult decisions in the best interests of your children
5. God will provide you the resources you need to fulfill your destiny

Key Takeaways: 

• God is with you; he wants to best for you, and he has already given you everything you need to succeed. 
• Trust an all-knowing God with the unknown.
• Lean into your gifts and compound them with others' gifts to make an even bigger impact.
• The Bible was never meant to be a Science book. The word is alive, and as a result it is able to withstand the test of time. 

Tangible Talks podcast conducts conversations about applying the teachings of God in everyday situations that reveal Jesus. 

Show Music: 
"Brand New Day" by Reveille

Show Credits: 
Creative Producers & Hosts - Jana Hunt, Reata Strickland
Editor - Jana Hunt 
Sound Design & Graphic Artist - Reata Strickland 

Website: https://www.tangibletalks.org/
Instagram: @tangibletalks

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