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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 Mar 17, 2021
Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
In today’s episode of the Finding Something REAL Podcast, we are talking with Drew Berryessa.
Janell, Lucrezia, and Janell have an in-depth discussion about same-sex attraction and the church. Drew shares his story of having same-sex attraction and his fear of how the church would treat him if they knew. He talks human sexuality and the messages about sexuality that come from the Church, why he chose Jesus, and the importance of prayer and the position of our heart
.We you enjoy this episode!
Mentioned in this Episode
Lucrezia’s story & Faith Questions Episode
A Living Letter - Drew Berryessa
Gay Girl, Good God by Jackie Hill Perry
The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert by Rosaria Butterfield
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
In our second episode of March, Janell sits down with Lucrezia and Terrian to talk about some of Lu’s questions.
The ladies talk about hypocrisy and pain, recognizing the difference between what is Christlike and what is not. They also talk about how God can respond to our questions and practical ways to love.
We hope you enjoy!
Mentioned in this Episode
Laurel Denise
Terrian’s Instagram and Youtube
Charles Price Sermon: Obedience & Dependance
John 13:35
”By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another…”
This episode sponsored in part by:
Patreon Supporters - Especially Brian & Jill Wilson
Wednesday Mar 03, 2021
Wednesday Mar 03, 2021
We are excited to welcome Lucrezia as our March Co-host!
In this first episode, Janell sits down with Lucrezia to talk about her faith journey so far. They talk about her personal experiences with Christianity and how the Italian culture has shaped her perspective of religion. They talk about how the loss of her great-grandmother, her aunt's diagnosis and injury, and her grandfather's cancer led her away from believing in God.
In this episode she shares some of her questions about Jesus Christ and Christianity. Some of her objections include:
There's been a lot of ugliness around religion/Christianity in general, how do you know what's real?
Discimination/Judging others/Homophobia in the Church. There are other mandates in the Bible- why is homosexuality singled out?
Mentioned in this episode:
Barna Research: Six Reasons Young Christians Leave Church
FSR s3e22 with Janell’s Exchange Daughters
John 14: 6
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me…”
This episode sponsored in part by:
Patreon Supporters - Especially Brian & Jill Wilson
Sunday Feb 28, 2021
Sunday Feb 28, 2021
In this robust bonus episode, we’re welcoming back a returning guest. Allen Crostic has a Masters in Christian Apologetics and as a former agnostic, loves to talk about reasons for faith. In this conversation with February co-host, Tori Carpenter and myself, Allen shares why he didn't stay in skepticism but searched for answers. Allen describes faith as active trust in what you have good reason to believe is true. We talk about doubt and why he's passionate about apologetics (always being prepared to give an answer with gentleness and respect). Allen details why he rejects the idea of innate human goodness. He also shares the significance of believing in Jesus' death, deity, and resurrection, differentiating between a salvation issue and secondary, in-house issues.
There are graphic descriptions of human evil & a couple four letter words for excrement are shared in this conversation with Allen.
Friday Feb 26, 2021
Friday Feb 26, 2021
This is part 3 of 3
Carl West (Aka C West) was born and raised in Buffalo, New York. In 2016, he relocated to Atlanta, GA to start his music career when he inked a deal with a record label. Since then, he has released a full length album, was nominated for a Stellar Award, featured on BET worldwide, traveled on several tours. He currently currently continues to lead worship around the world.
In this episode, C West shares how he fell in love with Christ with Janell and Tori. He also talks about how he responds when God doesn’t feel close and how God met him at his breaking point. Tori shares a few questions about what to believe. They discuss the Word of God and the nature of Jesus Christ.
Mentioned in this Episode:
Apply to be a Cohost
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
This is part 2 of 3
Carl West (Aka C West) was born and raised in Buffalo, New York. In 2016, he relocated to Atlanta, GA to start his music career when he inked a deal with a record label. Since then, he has released a full length album, was nominated for a Stellar Award, featured on BET worldwide, traveled on several tours. He currently currently continues to lead worship around the world.
In this episode, C West shares how he fell in love with Christ with Janell and Tori. He also talks about how he responds when God doesn’t feel close and how God met him at his breaking point. Tori shares a few questions about what to believe. They discuss the Word of God and the nature of Jesus Christ.
Mentioned in this Episode:
Apply to be a Cohost
Wednesday Feb 24, 2021
Wednesday Feb 24, 2021
This is part 1 of 3
Carl West (Aka C West) was born and raised in Buffalo, New York. In 2016, he relocated to Atlanta, GA to start his music career when he inked a deal with a record label. Since then, he has released a full length album, was nominated for a Stellar Award, featured on BET worldwide, traveled on several tours. He currently currently continues to lead worship around the world.
In this episode, C West shares how he fell in love with Christ with Janell and Tori. He also talks about how he responds when God doesn’t feel close and how God met him at his breaking point. Tori shares a few questions about what to believe. They discuss the Word of God and the nature of Jesus Christ.
Mentioned in this Episode:
Apply to be a Cohost
Friday Feb 19, 2021