In this Thanksgiving episode of The Open Space Podcast, Eric J. shares a heartfelt story about his grandmother and the powerful reminder she left him - a memorial that anchors him in gratitude. Drawing from the book of Joshua, the Ebenezar stone, Moses' altar, and the meaning of communion, this episode explores why remembering God's faithfulness is essential to maintain a heart of gratitude. If you have struggled with discouragement, spiritual amnesia, or feeling like God has not answered one specific prayer, this episode will challenge your perspective and reallign your heart toward thanksgiving.

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In this episode, Eric dives deep into the importance of friendships in a world filled with loneliness, busyness, and digital distractions. Drawing from personal experience, scientific research and Biblical wisdom, he explains why true friendships are the foundation of romantic, familial, and spiritual relationships. Discover the crisis of loneliness in today's society, why we need connection, and practical, faith-backed steps to build and nurture intentional, life-giving friendships.

In this episode of The Open Space Podcast, host Eric Jay continues his Christian Dating series by sharing 3 crucial questions to ask during the first few dates.

These questions help to reveal a person's emotional maturity, spiritual foundation, and readiness for a godly relationship. Eric shares why it's vital to explore topics like long-term friendships, family dynamics and a person's prayer life before committing further.

Drawing from his own experiences and faith journey, he encouraged listeners to approach modern dating with Biblical wisdom, self-awareness, and spiritual discernment. If you're seeking faith-based dating advice, or want to learn how to date with clarity, confidence, and God's guidance, this episode will help you build stronger, Christ-centered relationships.

In this episode of The Open Space Podcast, we dive into faith-based dating for men who want to build godly relationships. Discover three powerful Christian dating tips that challenge modern culture's approach to love. learn the difference between chasing vs pursuing women why its better to be a godly man rather than a "nice guy", and how to lead in a relationship with confidence and clarity.

Eric shares real-experiences and biblical principles to help you date with purpose, establish healthy boundaries, and develop strong Christian leadership in your love life. If you're tired of shallow connections and want Christ-centered dating guidance, this episode is a must-listen.

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Ghosting is one of the most frustrating and dreadful experiences in modern dating -- but why does it happen? Is it ever okay to ghost someone? How should you handle being ghosted?

In this episode we talk aboout all that and also details about the heart and vision for The Open Space podcast.

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We all witnessed the shooting. We all witnessed the outrage. We know that this new normal is not sustainable. Free speech is under attack, lives are being lost everyday due to violence whether it is politically motivated or religiously based.

But, where is the church?

Where are the church leaders steering the church to respond like Christ would in the face of persecution? Should we respond in the most convenient ways? Should we only say the things we know won't offend the majority of our church congregations? Shall we express the courage to obey the Spirit instead of falling for the desire to appease man?

Join me on this episode as we process together what the church's role should be in these perilous and evil times. What is our role to play when evil appears to be winning?

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Many of us claim to desire healthy community but resist the discomfort or even conflict we have to endure to cultivate that with those around us. We are designed to desire a deeper and more genuine kind of community but our culture has made us comfortable with settling for shallow and meaningless connection. The political landscape has polarized so much that we cannot even be real with each other. In this episode, Coach Reagan and I discuss the sacrifices Christians must make to cultivate healthy community. Join us and bring a friend!!

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Coach Reagan Ivey, the Host and Founder of The Ivey Collective Podcast and COO of Consumed Coaching is back with us sharing wisdom on how to step into our God-given callings and cultivate healthy community around us. Please check out her podcast and follow her on social media.

Our society has made us faster, impatient and indifferent to the joy and sorrow of others. We are quick to judge and slow to empathize. We seek to exclude instead of include. We long for deep connections but we reject the very processes that foster them. In this episode, my guest, who at this point needs no introduction, joins me to discuss how healthy community can be created in the church to simultaneously create space to grow together with each other.

Coach Reagan Ivey, the Host and Founder of The Ivey Collective Podcast and COO of Consumed Coaching is back with us sharing wisdom on how to step into our God-given callings and cultivate healthy community around us. Please check out her podcast and follow her on social media. Please go check her work out and also follow her on social media!

The word "Community" has become a buzz word but no one talks about what healthy community looks like. If God did not give us a Spirit of fear, then healthy community should not sow seeds of fear when it comes to pursuing your Godly purpose. Instead, it should inspire your faith to step out of your comfort zone and pursue whatever God created you for. Listen to this episode for more.

In this miniseries, we have Coach Reagan Ivey, the Host and Founder of The Ivey Collective Podcast and COO of Consumed Coaching sharing wisdom with us on how to step into our God-given callings and cultivate healthy community around us. Please check out her podcast and follow her on social media.

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We are all wired with a desire to belong but fitting in somewhere does not equate to belonging. Community was designed and envisioned by our creator and so He created us with a deep longing for it as well. But how do you know if the community you are part of is the right community for you? How do you even know that you belong with a group of people? Surely it's not just a feeling is it? Better yet, how do you know you are called to serve and be a part of one and not the other? How do you find courage to live out your calling in fellowship with others?

In this miniseries, we have Coach Reagan Ivey, the Host and Founder of The Ivey Collective Podcast and COO of Consumed Coaching sharing wisdom with us on how to step into our God-given callings and cultivate healthy community around us.

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