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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
May 6, 2020
May 6, 2020
51 min
A conversation with adult mother and daughter, Ann Givens and Yvette Henry. We talked about surrendering expectations, allowing yourself to grieve and feel, and being intentional through the ups and downs. “Adapt, adjust and overcome” along other great practical tips for navigating disappointments.
May 1, 2020
May 1, 2020
33 min
An honest conversation about faith between RZIM apologist, Brandon Cleaver, host Janell Wood and her German "niece," Totti. Brandon shares about what difference the Gospel has made in his life, reasons why he believes, and has a real conversation with someone who is skeptical. Part Two. Mentioned in this episode: Pastor Adrian Rogers “The Cup” Sermon (Love Worth Finding Ministries) James KA Smith “On the Road with St Augustine” & “You Are What You Love” Francis Chan “Rope” Illustration (Eternity) “Grand Central Question” Abdu Murray "Beyond Opinion” Ravi Zacharias "Why Suffering" Vince Vitale & Ravi Zacharias “Confronting Christianity” Rebecca McLaughlin Eugene Peterson “Eat This Book”
Apr 30, 2020
Apr 30, 2020
38 min
An honest conversation about faith between RZIM apologist, Brandon Cleaver, host Janell Wood and her German "niece" Totti. Brandon shares about what difference the Gospel has made in his life, reasons why he believes, and has a real conversation with someone who is skeptical. I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope it encourages you. Part One.
Apr 27, 2020
Apr 27, 2020
32 min
The world feels crazy these days. This is a thoughtful discussion about seeking truth and reasons for the Gospel with Chan Arnett, a speaker and blogger with Faithful Apologetics. Special returning cohost, Lucrezia.
Apr 22, 2020
Apr 22, 2020
40 min
The world feels crazy these days. This is a thoughtful discussion about seeking truth and reasons for the Gospel with Chan Arnett, a speaker and blogger with Faithful Apologetics. Special returning cohost, Lucrezia.
Apr 15, 2020
Apr 15, 2020
44 min
A conversation with author, teacher, and pastor, Richard Dahlstrom. Richard Dahlstrom has been Senior Pastor of Bethany Community Church in Seattle since the end of 1995. He tells people “God tricked me into becoming a pastor” but has been in awe of what God has done, as the church grew from one location and about 300 people to its present six locations and over 3000 people. He currently has a growing interest in helping people move toward spirit/soul/body wholeness and the resources to help people move there can be found at www.spiritsoulbody.org. The author of three books, Richard believes the most important for this moment is Breathing New Life into Faith as it helps people use this time of fear and isolation to draw near to God. His hobbies include skiing, hiking, photography, and his best friend is Donna, his wife of 40 years. Joined by my Dutch "daughter," Lieke, this conversation with my former pastor is about what difference the hope of the Gospel makes. Richard shares what changed when he committed his life to knowing God, and what the fruit of a journey with Christ looks like. He also talks about how having coffee with Jesus has transformed his faith journey
Apr 8, 2020
Apr 8, 2020
45 min
In this second part of episode 15, Christian speaker and apologist Allen Crostic continues talking about the comfort we can receive in our sufferings. He also shares why questions are a good thing but why he logically believes Jesus Christ is the answer.
Apr 1, 2020
Apr 1, 2020
35 min
In this episode, Christian speaker and apologist Allen Crostic shares how he went from being a skeptical Agnostic to a Christian passionate about sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. Allen talks about suffering and how nothing is wasted in God's Kingdom. Part One of Two.