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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
Sep 15, 2021
Sep 15, 2021
52 min
On today’s episode, Ruby and Janell sit down with Alex Davis. Alex tells a little about her faith journey and how she became interested in apologetics. They have a great conversation about the problem with universalism, why Jesus loves to bring us to Himself, why God did not hide salvation from anyone, and more!
We hope you like this episode!
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Mentioned in this Episode
Apologetics Fun in 10 podcast with Alex Davis
The Bible…But Funnier
Alisa Childer’s Podcast
Another Gospel -Alisa Childers
Sep 8, 2021
Sep 8, 2021
59 min
Ruby’s former high school teacher joins us on the podcast today! Louie Van Praag was atheist for most of his life, but came to faith in Christ only a few years ago. He tells his story and what helped him learn to trust God.
We hope you like this episode!
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Mentioned in this Episode
Jesus Among Other Gods - Ravi Zacharias
A Case for Christ - Lee Strobel
Sep 1, 2021
Sep 1, 2021
49 min
Today, we introduce September’s co-host — Ruby! Ruby is a good friend of Janell. They talk about Ruby’s story, how she met Janell, and Asian culture. Ruby also shares her concerns about Christianity and Jesus and the questions she seeks to answer during her time as co-host.
We hope you like this episode!
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This episode of the Finding Something REAL podcast is sponsored by Laurel Denise. Handmade with love in Charlottesville, VA since 2005. Check out her beautiful meaningful jewelry here!
We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!
Mentioned in this Episode
Aug 25, 2021
Aug 25, 2021
1 hr 7 min
Today’s episode is a fantastic conversation about faith deconstruction. Janell, Byrnese, Hans, and Janel talk about creating space for questions in the church, the importance of finding community, why this cultural movement has a lot to do with the lack of Christian education, the intimacy that comes with persecution, and more.
We hope you enjoy 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!
Mentioned in this Episode
Introducing Byrnese: Her Story & Faith Questions
Evidence that Demands a Verdict - Josh McDowell
Another Gospel - Alisa Childers
Tactics - Greg Koukl
Mama Bear Apologetics - Hilary Morgan Ferrer
TheResurrectionists.net
What’s With All The Deconstruction Stories? Alisa Childers & Sean McDowell
Fixer Upper
My Favorite Name is Johnathan -Janell Wood
“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” ~ Maya Angelou
Aug 18, 2021
Aug 18, 2021
48 min
Scott McKnight and Laura Barringer join Janell and Byrnese on the podcast today! They talk about loving the church, intoxication with celebrity pastors, what the word “Tov” has to do with the church, why the church is more of a hospital for sinners than a resort for the holy., and more!
We hope you enjoy 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!
Mentioned in this Episode
Introducing Byrnese: Her Story & Faith Questions
The Jesus Creed for Children - Laura Barringer
The Jesus Creed - Scott McKnight
The Messy Truth - Caleb Kaltenbach
Life Together - Dietrich Bonhoeffer
A.W. Tozer
Aug 11, 2021
Aug 11, 2021
1 hr 5 min
Today on the podcast, we have Caleb Kaltenbach. Caleb tells the story of being raised by three gay parents, how he joined a Bible study and ended up giving his life to Christ. He is now a pastor who helps Christians connect with the LGBTQ+ community.
They talk about the importance of making sure Jesus is the center of our life, finding our identity in Him, empathizing with those who have been hurt by christians and the church, and ultimately finding our healing in Christ.
We hope you enjoy 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!
Mentioned in this Episode
Introducing Byrnese: Her Story & Faith Questions
Caleb Kaltenbach
Caleb’s Instagram
Messy Truth - Caleb Kaltenbach
Messy Grace Group
Cannon Beach Conference Center
Gay Girl Good God - Jackie Hill Perry
Preston Sprinkle
Sean McDowell
Brene Brown
Saint Augustine
Beth Moore
Drew Berryessa
Priscilla Shirer
Tony Evans
Dave Dummitt
Aug 4, 2021
Aug 4, 2021
1 hr 6 min
Happy August, friends! Today we are pleased to share with you Byrnese’s story! She grew up in New Hampshire with her mom. Though she was raised in a church, it was a very emotionally unsafe environment. She shares her story of coming out of that environment. Some of the questions raised in this podcast are:
How can we reform churches so that spiritual abuse does not grow?
Can people disagree on theological issues and still be a church? Is there a place for unity?
How can we help those who are deconstructing their faith?
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This episode of the Finding Something REAL podcast is sponsored by Laurel Denise. Handmade with love in Charlottesville, VA since 2005. Check out her beautiful meaningful jewelry here!
We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! Special thanks to our friends Brian & Jill Wilson. To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!
Mentioned in this Episode
Byrnese’s Website & Podcast
A Church called Tov - Scott McKnight
Cannon Beach Conference Center
Jul 29, 2021
Jul 29, 2021
19 min
Angela Pitnikoff joins us on the podcast today! She talks about her love for Jesus and her passion for helping others know who they are in Christ. We hope you enjoy this episode!
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We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! Special thanks to our friends Brian & Jill Wilson. To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!
Mentioned in this Episode