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Today's reading is John 10, Luke 13:22-35, Luke 14, and Luke 15.

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This month, we will be reading from the ⁠NIV Bible⁠ in Chronological Order.

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What does it truly cost to follow Jesus? Evangelist David Nasser joins me for one of the most powerful testimonies ever shared in the Story House. David tells his incredible story of growing up in an Iranian Muslim family, escaping the revolution, and the moment his life changed forever. Let go to the Story House!

Today we are joined by singer-songwriter Tim Timmons and his delightful wife Hilary Timmons.  After two decades of ministry and a lifetime of looking for Jesus, Timmons is no stranger to pain, cancer, sorrow, failure, joy and hope. Tim’s greatest desire—whether the catalyst is his cancer diagnosis, his theology, his blog or his songs, he just wants to keep the conversation going so people can discover for themselves the real life found with Jesus. Today he joins us to do just that along with his wife and you are going to LOVE this conversation.

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Owen Learns He Has What it Takes: A Lesson in Resilience

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Hey friends!! This one’s a fun one because I got to sit down with none other than my HUSBAND, Kaleb, and put him in the HOT SEAT ! We’re getting into what guys really think—yup, we’re spilling the men’s tea ☕. From “you deserve better” to what modesty actually means to guys, and why men sometimes pull back even after showing interest. This one is JUICY but also super helpful for my girls navigating the dating world.

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Jeremy Puglisi returns for his seventh appearance on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast—and it’s a powerful one. What began as a pop-up camper and a couple of sleep-deprived twins has become a movement, a media company, and a meaningful legacy. In this episode, Jeremy and host Ginny Yurich reflect on what it really means to invest in your children—not with money, but with time, presence, and outdoor adventures. Jeremy shares the long-term fruit of raising kids immersed in nature, adventure, and unpredictability—and how those early camping trips laid the foundation for his boys’ confidence and competence today.

They talk family road trips, leaving stable careers to follow a passion, the birth of Camp Griddlemore (a cooking show you’ll actually use), and the heart behind Jeremy’s latest book series for kids. This episode is an invitation to go all-in—not because it’s easy, but because it’s worth it. Camping isn’t just a weekend escape; it’s a parenting philosophy. And as Jeremy wisely says, “Investing is not always easy—but it’s very wise.”

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We always just assume that David and Sissy (pronounced SIS-E) just want to hang. Well, we finally get that chance today while they talk about the new line of Daystar Dogs books for kids. The new books feature characters like Lucy and Owen, which focuses on teaching courage and resilience. The duo discusses the importance of resilience, especially as kids take fewer risks, the challenges of parental "over-attending" versus the "under-attending" of previous generations, and the difficulty of letting kids "sit in the struggle."

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Today's reading is Luke 11:14-54, Luke 12, Luke 13:1-21, and John 9.

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This month, we will be reading from the ⁠NIV Bible⁠ in Chronological Order.

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In this episode of the Follow 2 Lead Podcast, Tony Miltenberger sits down with author, prayer warrior, and online encourager Cristina Baker to talk about the power of intentional prayer, how to listen for God’s voice in the noise, and how we can use our platforms—big or small—for God's glory.

Cristina shares powerful moments from her own faith journey, including how she discovered the importance of spending consistent time with God, how her new book A Minute of Hope came to life, and why hope and honesty are the foundation of her online ministry. If you're feeling distracted, discouraged, or unsure of your purpose, this conversation will ground you in truth and stir your spirit.

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As we continue our series on friendship, my husband John and I dive into the evolving expectations of modern relationships. From the latest research to personal stories (and a few laughs along the way), we explore the pros and cons of being BFFs with your partner. 

You’ll hear how relationships have shifted over time, why we’re now looking for emotional connection and romantic love, and whether being best friends really is the secret to a long-lasting partnership.

Spoiler alert: we don’t always agree—and that’s what makes it fun.

Let’s Talk About It. 

P.S. If you missed our episode earlier in the year about How To Keep It Spicy With Your Partner, WATCH HERE OR LISTEN HERE. 

Listen in to learn more:

(02:16) Partner as Best Friend

(04:30) Spouse vs Best Friend 

(12:05) Supportive Relationships Enhance Physical 

(18:03) Downsides of Being Best Friends 

(25:52) Loneliness Epidemic and Deep Friendships 

(30:15) Family Relationships and Mental Health 

In this episode, we are digging into the evolution of marriage and partnerships, the relatively new expectation of our partners to be both friend and lover, the pros and cons of being best friends with your spouse, why we need more than one friend, the importance of genuine affection for your partner, and realistic expectations within relationships. 

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