In this episode, Jada talks with college students Bobbie and Armelle about the college experience today. They discuss the transition to college, finding faith, and understanding God's grace. This podcast is for everyone! Whether you're a college student, a parent, a new believer, or a seasoned follower of Christ, you'll gain valuable insights into the perspectives of college students and practical ways to connect with God.

Alive is One Community Church's first-ever conference designed specifically for college students! Click the link to register and learn more about the conference: https://brushfire.com/onecc/events/600848?_ga=2.229059864.580244830.1745193124-693968278.1680903612

Resources Mentioned:

Books/Devotionals 

• Awe of God: The Astounding Way a Healthy Fear of God Transforms Your Life by John Bevere
• Bait of Satan: Living Free from the Deadly Trap of Offense by John Bevere
• Upon Waking: 60 Daily Reflections to Discover Ourselves and the God We Were Made For by Jackie Hill Perry

Podcasts 

• Through the ESV Bible in a Year - Jackie Hill Perry
• The Daily Bible Podcast 

In preparation for her new book, A New Way to Love Your Neighbor, Jada sits down with her sister, Tresa, to discuss the complexities of family relationships. They explore the importance of being intentional, how personal history influences how we love, and much more.

Pre-order: A New Way to Love Your Neighbor https://www.amazon.com/New-Way-Love-Your-Neighbor/dp/1087789184

Have you ever wondered how to build a strong marriage? In preparation for her new book, A New Way to Love Your Neighbor, Jada sits down with Amili and Candise Holmes to discuss how to love your spouse. They explore the costs of loving well, the importance of seeking spiritual guidance during difficult times, the benefits of separate counseling, and more.

Resource mentioned: 
- Love and War: Finding the Marriage You've Dreamed Of by John and Stasi Eldredge

Pre-order: A New Way to Love Your Neighbor https://www.amazon.com/New-Way-Love-Your-Neighbor/dp/1087789184

Have you ever struggled with making friends in adulthood? Do you find it challenging to maintain friendships? If so, you're in for a treat! In anticipation of her new book, A New Way to Love Your Neighbor, Jada sits down with her lifelong friend, Chrystal Hurst, to discuss the complexities of friendships. They explore the importance of self-awareness, intentionality, community, and practical ways to strengthen connections in our busy lives.

Pre:Order: A New Way to Love Your Neighbor https://www.amazon.com/New-Way-Love-Your-Neighbor/dp/1087789184

In today’s society, it can feel as though many external factors threaten our peace. In this episode, Jada examines Philippians 4 to discover how to maintain peace amid our busy lives. By reflecting on scripture, we can find joy in the Lord and allow His peace to protect us.

Have you ever wondered if you need to go to church? In this episode, Jada explores Acts Chapter 2 to answer this common question. She discusses the signs of a healthy church and how we can help it move in that direction. While church hurt is legitimate, we must remember not to let the poor execution of the church throw away its establishment. The church is the bride of Christ. 

Welcome to Season 7! Have you ever wondered if your salvation is secure? Do you feel overwhelmed when studying the Bible or trying to discern false teachers? Jada addresses these questions and more as we kick off the season. After this conversation, you'll understand what it means to be truly surrendered to the Lord. This insightful Q&A comes from the final women’s Bible study of 2024. 

Women’s Bible Study is back! Join us in person at One Community Church's Plano Campus or online (https://icampus.visitonecc.com/) every first and third Wednesday.

In the final episode of the season, Jada sits down with author, poet, Bible teacher, and artist Jackie Hill Perry. They explore what it means to be on assignment from God, the illusion of achieving balance, the significance of the local church, the importance of spiritual disciplines, and how to maintain holiness and reverence for God. This valuable conversation is from the 2024 Unapologetic Women’s Conference. 

If you grew up in the church, you may have experienced purity culture, which often misrepresented God’s view of sex. In this episode, Dr. Juli Slattery, a clinical psychologist and co-founder of Authentic Intimacy, discusses sexual wholeness and the difference between sexual purity and sexual integrity. She provides practical tools for having these important conversations with your children. This insightful discussion comes from the 2024 Unapologetic Women’s Conference and is too valuable not to share.

Discover more and connect with Dr. Juli Slattery: https://www.authenticintimacy.com/

Have you ever been hurt by the church or by someone within it? Have you ever experienced hurt from the church? In this episode, Jada sits down with Brenda Palmer to discuss her upbringing as a PK, her journey to becoming a preacher, and her encounters with betrayal within the church. By the end of this conversation, you'll gain insight into the importance of discipleship and the necessity of being connected to a local church.