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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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Sunday Mar 01, 2020
Sunday Mar 01, 2020
How do you make marriage a priority when you're parenting young kids? How do you communicate in a healthy way? And what does it mean when the Bible talks about "I am my beloved's and he is mine?" We're wrapping up this month's series on Living Happily Ever After. It's Leap Year which only made it all the more fitting to squeeze in one bonus episode talking about marriage and answering questions from friends via Instagram. Hope you feel encouraged by this one (or at least laugh along with us)!
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Divorce can be an incredibly painful life event. How do you recover from that? And how do you start over and trust someone again? What advice would you give to others who might be thinking of divorce or who have a spouse who is no longer committed? This is a raw and honest conversation with one couple who are learning how to build happily ever after- the second time around.
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
Sitting around our kitchen table, sharing a mic, Brian and I co-host a casual conversation with a couple whose marriage we greatly admire. How have they learned to encourage each other so well? How have they learned to love each other without fear? Jim and Darci talk about freedom, prioritizing each other, communication, slowing down and the importance of fighting for their marriage story. Also mentioned in this episode: https://mustbethistalltoride.com/2016/01/14/she-divorced-me-because-i-left-dishes-by-the-sink/ http://jameslrubart.com/
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
What happens when you've only been married a couple days and you're already researching how to get an annulment? How do you go from disappointment to joy? Find out from the wisdom shared by Pastor Steve Haney and his ministry partner and bride of 27 years, Steffanie in this podcast episode. With special guest co-host Brian Wood.
Thursday Feb 06, 2020
Thursday Feb 06, 2020
What does it mean to live happily ever after and is that thing? And what has been our biggest struggles (hint: expectations and comparison). An honest discussion with my favorite guest about our story, God's faithfulness, and what marriage is all about.
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
What is health and why is it something my friend, Melanie is so passionate about? In this episode, she brings her expertise in health and wellness coaching along with her Christian perspective to discuss how we can deal with discouragements and detours. Love my friend's honesty and expertise- especially what she says about our brokenness being made perfect.
Wednesday Jan 22, 2020
Wednesday Jan 22, 2020
When I started thinking of what I wanted 2020 Clarity podcast goals to look like, I hoped to record one podcast episode each month to be less of the interview format and more just two people having a raw discussion about mutual struggles and triumphs. Here's the first "Earthy" episode of 2020 recorded with my dear friend, Kristen Desgroseillier. She is full of humor, wisdom and authenticity and I loved our conversation. And P.S. We had to record the intro part multiple times because every time, we busted up laughing. I'm saving the ridiculous outtakes for another day. Enjoy and hopefully, be encouraged!
Wednesday Jan 15, 2020
Wednesday Jan 15, 2020
What do you do when it's 10pm, perfect plans fall apart, and you have a deadline? Well, you reach out to someone you love. In this episode, I talk with my husband about how he lives an encouraged life, what he's living for, and why he believes accepting who we are and others for who they are is one of the most valuable things we can do. He talks about the difference between authenticity and vulnerability and why he's committed to being authentic.