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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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Thursday Nov 07, 2019
Thursday Nov 07, 2019
How do you have joy when life deals you a hand that doesn't make sense and causes pain? How do you keep believing you have a purpose when life doesn't seem fair? Have you ever felt angry or disappointed at circumstances God has allowed in your life? In this episode, I talk with my radiant friend, Crystal, as she shares her story, encouragement and reminders of how God is good, even in the things that maybe just don’t make sense.
Thursday Oct 31, 2019
Thursday Oct 31, 2019
Do you have a hard time believing who God says you are? Maybe you went through a traumatic childhood or believe negative lies that you know are tearing you down. Join me for this episode with my close friend, Kim Juarez, as she shares things she’s learned along the way and gets vulnerable about how far God has brought her from the young woman who was trying to be her own savior. This is an encouraging episode for anyone who struggles with lies or shame from their past.
Thursday Oct 24, 2019
Thursday Oct 24, 2019
Episode 08: I share thoughts about identity and… confess to my own ridiculous ish. What do you allow to define you? For me, it’s a daily struggle.
Tuesday Oct 15, 2019
Tuesday Oct 15, 2019
Episode 07: The One Where We Wrap Up Ish with Hillary Morgan Ferrer is an honest conversation about real questions people are asking about the Christian faith and how the people of faith who love them can respond. This is an extra long episode and you’ll want to listen to the end as Hillary shares her own story.
Thursday Oct 10, 2019
Thursday Oct 10, 2019
Episode 06: The One Where We Talk About Ish with Bree Jeffries is encouragement for someone who’s experienced rejection, disappointment and heartbreak. Bree talks about how she kept trusting Jesus even when she felt tremendous hurt.
Wednesday Oct 02, 2019
Wednesday Oct 02, 2019
Episode 05: The One Where We Talk About Ish with Megan Kelsey Glasbrenner is a discussion about doubt and finding deeper faith. Megan talks about her personal struggle to believe the faith she grew up with, and how pursuing truth led her back to Jesus Christ. She offers Biblical truth and practical advice for those who might be struggling in this area.
Thursday Sep 26, 2019
Thursday Sep 26, 2019
Episode 04: The One Where We Talk About Ish with Alyssa is a discussion with college student Alyssa as she shares about how a deep hurt impacted her Christian faith. She talks about betrayal, grace, and forgiveness. She also offers solid encouragement for those who have felt like walking away from a relationship with Christ.
Wednesday Sep 18, 2019
Wednesday Sep 18, 2019
Episode 03” The One Where We Talk About Ish with Nicole is a discussion with Nicole Barnett, a young woman who is passionate about the difference Jesus has made in her life. She shares her faith journey and how God destroyed obstacles in His perfect timing. In this episode we also discuss how God orchestrates our steps.