Finding Hope in Grief with Dennis and Debbie Jordan | Episode 307

When we don’t sleep well, we feel it in our bodies. We are sluggish, fatigued, and cranky. The same is true when we don’t make time to rest our hearts and minds. Before long, our souls will start to feel burnt out and weary. This topic was inspired by a listener-submitted question that asks: How have you practically made sure you have times of rest? Between juggling jobs, kids, and ministry, our schedules are full to the brim. We deeply love people, but know it’s important that we also get ti...

When you hear “hostage negotiation,” the first thing to come to mind probably isn’t relationship advice. But you may be surprised to learn that the same skills professionals use to talk someone down in a crisis situation are precisely what a marriage or parenting relationship needs on its hardest days. While this conversation may be a little different from my usual guests and topics, it was incredibly enlightening—and it just might have a profound impact on the way you approach hard co...

If you’ve been listening to our show for a while, you probably already know what a crucial role attachment styles played in us becoming our “2.0 selves.” This concept was so transformative for our marriage that we created a complete guide to the different attachment styles and how they play a role in relationships. For this conversation, we are focusing on how to become more securely attached within your own soul. Many of us often feel alone, unseen, or empty inside even if we are surro...

Bible studies of all kinds are a cornerstone of many Christians’ personal faith practices. Whether you’re walking through a book of the Bible, reflecting on a devotional, or going deeper into Sunday’s sermon, the right study can help you connect with God in meaningful ways beyond your daily prayers. And while there are plenty of ways to study the Bible on your own, there’s something special about learning alongside other believers. However, group Bible studies aren’t ideal for everyone or eve...

What just happened? I came into that scenario with the best intentions, and yet somehow they still snapped at me! Doing the right thing is not a guarantee that we will get the right response in return. There are many reasons why we might receive a negative reaction from someone despite our efforts. These can include our own heart attitude, the kind of day the other person had, and even the lens through which our actions are being interpreted. When this happens, we can leave an interaction fee...