What if the breakthrough we're desperately seeking isn't found in our circumstances changing, but in our spirits being transformed?

This powerful exploration of prayer and fasting challenges us to shift our perspective from 'fasting for' to 'fasting towards'—moving toward intimacy with God rather than manipulating outcomes.

Drawing from the story of Daniel in the lion's den, we're reminded that fasting doesn't guarantee our situations will improve; in fact, spiritual warfare may intensify. Yet something profound happens in the unseen realm when we deny our flesh and quiet the noise of our desires. Daniel still got thrown to the lions, but his spirit was so fortified through prayer that angels shut the mouths of those beasts.

The real victory wasn't avoiding the den—it was emerging from it transformed. When Jesus spoke about certain challenges that 'only come out by prayer and fasting,' He was revealing a spiritual truth: some battles require a deeper level of preparation. We can't coast on yesterday's spiritual disciplines when today's giants are at our door.

This isn't about earning God's favor—we already have that through Christ. It's about training our spirits like athletes train their bodies, feeding the right dog in the fight between flesh and spirit, and positioning ourselves to hear God's voice above the constant clamor of our appetites.

In our journey of faith and family, we often find ourselves trapped in the exhausting cycle of maintaining perfect routines—the endless plate-spinning that leaves us depleted rather than fulfilled.

This conversation challenges us to shift from rigid regimens to sustainable rhythms that honor both our values and our humanity.

At the heart of this message is a profound truth: our non-negotiables must be rooted in what truly matters eternally, not in cultural pressures or parental guilt.

When we examine the principle of Sabbath rest found throughout Scripture, we discover it's not just a religious obligation but a divine rhythm designed for our flourishing. God Himself modeled rest after creation, and Jesus reminded us that the Sabbath was made for humanity's benefit.

The wisdom here calls us to identify our spiritual anchors—like consistent participation in the body of Christ—and build our family life around those foundations rather than allowing youth sports, career demands, or societal expectations to dictate our calendar. We're invited to ask ourselves honestly: What are we truly gaining from our frenetic pace? Are we investing in what has eternal value, or are we sacrificing our marriages, our peace, and our spiritual health on the altar of activities that won't matter in eternity?

This is a call to courageous prioritization, to saying 'no' to good things so we can say 'yes' to the best things, and to building family rhythms that reflect kingdom values rather than cultural pressures.

This powerful conversation tackles one of the most painful yet common experiences in our faith journey: being hurt by the church. We discover that church hurt doesn't disqualify us from community—instead, it makes healing within that community even more essential. Drawing from Psalm 23's imagery of the Good Shepherd, we're reminded that the journey from turbulent waters to still waters isn't always comfortable.

Sometimes the path to green pastures involves rocky terrain, and what feels like hurt in the moment may actually be part of our spiritual growth process. The message challenges us to examine how we filter our experiences through pain, creating distorted narratives that can imprison us for years. We learn that forgiveness isn't optional for followers of Christ—it's mandated. The most dangerous response to church hurt is isolation, cutting ourselves off from the very body where healing happens.

Like a lone antelope separated from the herd, we become vulnerable when we insulate ourselves in echo chambers that only reinforce our wounds. The irony is profound: the place where we experienced hurt is often the exact place where we encounter the Healer. This isn't about subjecting ourselves to continued abuse, but about refusing to let bitterness rob us of the life God intends for us.

In a world that constantly pulls us toward negativity and complaint, we're challenged to embrace a radical truth: Gratitude is not a feeling that happens to us, but a discipline we must actively cultivate.

Drawing from Colossians 3 and James 1, we discover that working at thankfulness is as essential as farming—requiring intentional planting, watering, and tending. The message reminds us that it takes the same emotional energy to be grateful as it does to be negative, which means we have a choice in every moment.

When we face trials—financial stress, relational conflict, health challenges, or disappointment—we're called to consider it pure joy, not because the circumstances are good, but because these very trials filter our joy down to its purest form. Like water passing through a filter, our struggles remove the temporary sources of happiness and reveal what remains: the unchanging truth that Christ has overcome the world. This isn't about manufacturing fake positivity, but about redirecting our focus to the foundation that cannot be shaken.

Whether through worship in our kitchens, handwritten thank-you notes, or monthly gratitude practices, we're invited to build systems that keep us anchored in thankfulness. When we do this work, our limitations may not disappear, but our perspective shifts—and we begin to truly love the life we're living.

What does it truly mean to consider trials pure joy?

This powerful conversation challenges us to move beyond surface-level faith into a resilient Christianity that transforms pain into purpose.

We discover that resilience isn't about avoiding difficulty, it's about managing it with grace and intentionality. The discussion draws from James 1, which calls us to find genuine joy in trials, not as a passive acceptance but as an active celebration of God's faithfulness.

We learn practical strategies for enduring hard seasons: establishing sacred rhythms like Shabbat to reset our souls, maintaining daily spiritual disciplines even when we don't feel like it, and literally 'fixing our shoulders'—standing tall as children of the King even when circumstances tempt us to shrink.

The message from Hebrews reminds us that God's discipline, though painful in the moment, produces a peaceful harvest of right living and shares us in His holiness. Perhaps most importantly, we're reminded that worrying about tomorrow violates Jesus' teaching; we have divine permission to focus only on today's concerns.

This isn't about toxic positivity; it's about strategic faith that understands growth only happens at the edge of our pain threshold. When we're tempted to quit, we must return to our 'pearl'—the original vision God gave us—and take just one more step forward.

When life falls apart, what does it really mean to endure?

In this powerful conversation, we explore the deep connection between pain and purpose—and how resilience is about more than just surviving tough seasons. Drawing wisdom from Ecclesiastes and James 1:2–4, we uncover how trials can become the very ground where faith grows strongest.

Like the oyster that turns irritation into a pearl, God often uses pressure to produce something precious in us. Abraham never saw the fulfillment of God's promise in his lifetime, yet his faith never wavered—challenging our modern craving for instant results.

This episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and ask:

• Are you wasting your waiting season, or letting it mature you?
• Are you focused on comfort—or on the calling being forged within you?

Because sometimes, the most beautiful things take years to form. And that's exactly what makes them precious.

In times of crisis, we're called to be more than spectators - we're called to action. This episode of "You've Gotta Hear This", reminds us that 'this is our time' to shine God's light in the darkest moments.

Drawing inspiration from 2 Corinthians 1:3-5, we're encouraged to see our suffering not as a burden, but as an opportunity to comfort others with the comfort we've received from God.

When the world seems chaotic, our small acts of kindness and faith can make a tremendous impact.

Like a tiny flashlight in pitch darkness, even our smallest efforts to show Christ's love become beacons of hope.

This challenges us to step out of our comfort zones, face our fears, and actively seek ways to serve those around us, knowing that God's strength is made perfect in our weakness.

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Join hosts Crystal and Tyler Tullos in this heartfelt episode of 'You've Got To Hear This,' a lifestyle podcast designed to inspire you to take big risks and build a life you love. In this episode, they share the origin story of the church they found in 2012, StoryHeights Church, from its inception as a tiny seed of faith to a thriving community in Massachusetts. Listen as they delve into their personal journey of overcoming setbacks, enduring pain, and fostering a spirit of wonder and purpose. Whether you're aiming to start a church, take on a new venture, or simply seeking encouragement, this episode offers practical wisdom and a compelling narrative of resilience and faith.

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