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Maybe you’ve grown up as a Christian going to church or maybe you’re not interested in religion at all. But when you’re scrolling, hanging out with friends, trying to sleep, or overwhelmed with your day-to-day, do big existential questions ever pop in- you know- things like, “Why am I here? How did all this get here? What happens after I die?” “Is there a God and is there really meaning to all this?” ”What’s so special about Jesus Christ?”
We’ve all experienced deep longing for something this world can’t seem to satisfy.
Even someone as wildly successful as Taylor Swift knows that to be true. “I had won album of the year at the Grammys for a second time...” She said, “and I remember thinking afterwards, ’Oh my god, that was all you wanted!... That was all you focused on. You get to the mountaintop and look around and you’re like... what now?”
If you’re tired and feeling overwhelmed with all the different voices yelling for your affections- telling you what to go after- whether it be success, beauty, the perfect partner, social media followers, money, or power… only to leave you let down and unsatisfied, searching for more… Maybe like my friends and me, you’re after finding something REAL.
Every week, join me (Janell Wood), special co-hosts and guests as we ask questions, look for answers, and search for the source of something REAL: Restoration, Eternity, Authenticity, and Love. I believe those things can ultimately be found in relationship with Jesus Christ, but don’t take my word for it. Listen to our conversations for yourself and go on a journey with us: Is Jesus the REAL thing?
Episodes
Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
Today we have a very special returning guest. Lindsey Medenwaldt is Director of Ministry Operations at Mama Bear Apologetics, where she’s the resident worldview and world religion specialist. She has a master’s degree in apologetics and ethics from Denver Seminary, as well as a master’s in public administration and a law degree. She’s also a full-time children’s pastor, an editor and writer for the Christian Research Journal, and a member of the Pelican Project. She recently contributed a chapter about the Jehovah’s Witnesses to the Harvest House Popular Handbook of World Religions (March 2021). Lindsey and her husband, Jay (who is also an apologist), have been married for 14 years. They have three daughters and live in Texas. In her spare time, Lindsey loves watching British reality television, especially The Great British Baking Show, and she’s an avid reader.
Today on the podcast, they talk about the differences between Christianity and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We hope you enjoy!
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Maria’s Season 4 Intro
Mariah & Zach
Mariah & Alycia
Mariah & Drew
Mariah & Rebecca
FSR s4e14 with Lindsey Medenwaldt
FSR s1e7 with Hilary Morgan Ferrer
Mama Bear Apologetics
The Mama Bear's Guide to Biblical Sexuality
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
Alex Earls joins Janell on the podcast today! They talk about Alex's experience growing up in a Christian home with parents who were intentional about showing Christ in all aspects of parenting. She also shares about her experiences learning about other religions, how that has impacted her love of Christi and missions.
They also talk about the differences between the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and Christianity. They talk about how words can be defined differently-- and how that impacts how the faith is lived out. They also touch on the importance of having a correct view of God and the importance of finding community.
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We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!
Maria’s Season 4 Intro
Mariah & Zach
Mariah & Alycia
Mariah & Drew
Mariah & Rebecca
FSR s2e6 with Jason Earls
FSR s3e23 with Jason Earls
FSR s2e13 with Callie Lindsey
Knowledge of the Holy - AW Tozer
Renovation of the Heart- Dallas Willard
Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
Today, Mariah joins Janell on the podcast! Mariah appeared on the podcast last year, but since then has undergone some significant chances in her life. From beginning a new relationship to joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
She and Janell talk about it all in today’s episode! Hope you enjoy!
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We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!
Maria’s Season 4 Intro
Mariah & Zach
Mariah & Alycia
Mariah & Drew
Mariah & Rebecca
Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
Hello All! As we kick off Season 5 of the podcast, Janell has a special message for you!
She shares her reason for highlighting Restoration, Eternity, Authenticity, and Love when she talks about finding something real. Today particularly, she is talking about Authenticity and Love.
We hope you like this episode!
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We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Hello All! As we kick off Season 5 of the podcast, Janell has a special message for you!
She shares her reason for highlighting Restoration, Eternity, Authenticity, and Love when she talks about finding something real. Today particularly, she is talking about Restoration.
We hope you like this episode!
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We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Hello All! As we kick off Season 5 of the podcast, Janell has a special message for you!
She shares her reason for highlighting Restoration, Eternity, Authenticity, and Love when she talks about finding something real. Today particularly, she is talking about Eternity.
She also shares the exciting things you can expect from season 5!
We hope you like this episode!
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We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Happy New Year, friends! As we plan for this new year of podcasts, we want to share with you some of our favorite episodes from 2021! We hope you enjoy this replay!
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What if you were an agnostic who was starting to- maybe- see the world differently? What if you had asked God to help you and you thought He had answered in a tangible way? What if you saw the beauty of the world around you and felt like it had to be caused more than chance? What would come next for you in a faith journey?
In this bonus episode, this month’s special podcast co-host (Dagmar) and Janell have a conversation with Pastor/Musician/Writer/Speaker Josh White about authenticity, grace, and the unique incredible gift of the gospel.
Wednesday Jan 26, 2022
Wednesday Jan 26, 2022
Happy New Year, friends! As we plan for this new year of podcasts, we want to share with you some of our favorite episodes from 2021! We hope you enjoy this replay!
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Would you follow Jesus if it seemed like everyone around you was choosing to follow something else? Or how would you stay anchored to faith in Christ when you are constantly bombarded by big questions about Christianity, not just by friends and culture, but instead by some of the highest regarded intellectual thinkers of our time?
In this episode, this month’s co-host Dagmar and Janell have a conversation with podcaster/author/speaker, Justin Brierley.
Mentioned in this Episode
Introducing Dagmar: Her Story & Faith Questions
Dagmar’s FSR Episode with Julia Garschagen
Dagmar’s FSR Episode with Lindsey Mednewaldt
The Big Conversation Video Series
Mere Christianity - CS Lewis
The Problem of Pain CS Lewis
The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom
Brennan Manning “Did You Believe That I Loved You?”
We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!