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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?
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Wednesday Aug 18, 2021
Wednesday Aug 18, 2021
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
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
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
Wednesday Aug 04, 2021
Wednesday Aug 04, 2021
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
Thursday Jul 29, 2021
Thursday Jul 29, 2021
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
Wednesday Jul 21, 2021
Wednesday Jul 21, 2021
On today’s episode of the Finding Something REAL podcast, Janell talks with Abigail Houston about her scripture memorization ministry called Melodically Memorizing. Abigail talks about her passion for Jesus Christ and discusses the message of the Gospel. 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
Melodically Memorizing on Instagram
Abigail Houston on Spotify
Lord We Need You
Keith & Kristyn Getty
When I Don’t Desire God - John Piper
Ask Pastor John with John Piper
Hebrews 4:12
For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.
Matthew 6:33
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
On today’s episode of the Finding Something REAL podcast, Janell has a great conversation with Molly Oswald and Isaiah Guerero. They discuss the frustrations about attending college during a pandemic and the challenges of building community during the pandemic. They also talk about dating during the pandemic, how their faith has been impacted during COVID, and more! 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
FSR s2e4 with Molly & Isaiah
FSR s43e2 with Josh White
FSR s4e8 with Drew Berryessa
Northwest University (Kirkland WA)
Cannon Beach Conference Center
Kim Meeder
Man’s Search for Meaning - Viktor Frankl
The Hiding Place - Corrie ten Boom
Stop & Think - Francis Chan
Turn your eyes upon Jesus - Youtube Song
Proverbs 27:17 “ As iron sharpens iron so one man sharpens another”
Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
John 20:21 “Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.”
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.”
“I believe in Christianity as I believe that the Sun has risen, not only because I see it but because by it, I see everything else.” - Weight of Glory (C.S. Lewis)
Wednesday Jul 07, 2021
Wednesday Jul 07, 2021
Today, Janell has a great conversation with Tiffini Hawkins. Tiffini is a recent college grad who is passionate about serving in ministry. Recently and very unexpectedly, she lost her father. In this podcast episode, she and Janell talk about grief, having grace for people, pressing into vulnerability, finding your people, and more! We hope you enjoy!
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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
Resonate Church
Bridgetown church
Lauren Daigle
Hillsong
Rick Warren loses son (CNN interview)
Love Does by Bob Goff
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry - John Mark Comer
A Grief Observed - C. S. Lewis
The Screwtape Letters by - C.S. Lewis
“I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” ~ C.S. Lewis
Wednesday Jun 30, 2021
Wednesday Jun 30, 2021
This week, we end our journey with Mariah with a spatular conversation with Rebeca Metzler! Rebeca shares a little about her faith journey, what it’s like being involved with a counter cultural movement, and how the pandemic changed church life. They talk about finding a Christian community and Rebeca shares about her ministry called Resonate. 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
FSR s4e21 with Mariah
Made for This Podcast - Jennie Allen
Crazy Love - Francis Chan
Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers
Gay Girl Good God - Jackie Hill Perry
about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!
Mentioned in this Episode
Mentioned in this Episode
Drew Berryessa
Are We There Yet? - Drew Berryessa
Sit, Walk, Stand - Watchman Nee
The Hound of Heaven - Francis Thompson
FSR s4e21 with Mariah
FSR s4e10 with Brenna Blain
FSR s4e8 with Drew Berryessa