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Ruth: Following God in the Midst of Suffering | Tell Me More May 23, 2024

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Life doesn't always turn out the way we hope or plan. When we face loss and disappointment, we may question if God is who He says He is. We can learn a lot about facing adversity from the story of Ruth and Naomi, who both lose everything they have but continue to move toward God.

In this episode, Whit and Chris discuss navigating suffering, wrestling with God, small steps of faithfulness, and God's partnership with man.

Show notes: Listen to the Message: Faithfully Following God in the Face of Loss https://youtu.be/bZlag24TP34?si=kI3lLbVh2vB8Lk7i In this episode, Chris recommends these books: The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis

The God I Don't Understand by Christopher Wright

Reading Ruth in Context | Tell Me More May 16, 2024

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If you didn't know, the Old Testament has some pretty crazy stories. One of the challenges in understanding ancient texts like Ruth is the vast cultural gap between then and now. Ruth unfolds against the backdrop of the time of the judges, a period marked by moral decline and spiritual turbulence in Israel.

In this episode, Whit and Casey take a deep dive into the cultural, historical, and biblical context of the story.

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Check out Part 2 of this Conversation: https://youtu.be/t-H53kDIi4g?si=xwucHNsCoHxurcps

Check out the Message: An Introduction to the Book of Ruth https://youtu.be/LY-ParQ4gpQ?si=m-OW4CWIDf9oKbfh

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Does the Old Testament Dehumanize Women? Dr. Sandy Richter https://youtu.be/AjnMM36QUjA?si=o8LFfzpyxncOmNk0

Check Out this Book:

Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes by E. Randolph Richards and Brandon J. O'Brien

Ruth: How God Works Through People & Places | Tell Me More May 16, 2024

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To read the story of Ruth as a romantic love story is to miss the full picture of God's faithfulness in horrific circumstances. It is about love –– but the covenantal, sacrificial kind of Ruth to Naomi and God to His people.

In the second part of their conversation about Ruth, Whit and Casey explore how God works through people and places to form us.

Show notes: Check Out Part 1 of this Conversation: https://youtu.be/nK1BNLPmE2s?si=qHS0PUMt5yeJp8Z9

Check out the Message: An Introduction to Ruth https://youtu.be/LY-ParQ4gpQ?si=M5wo9_RBE6nRgu2_

In this episode, Whit recommends stepbible.org as a Bible study tool.

Recognizing God's Voice | Tell Me More May 09, 2024

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Have you ever felt like God speaks more clearly to others than to you? In the noise of life, discerning God's voice can be a challenge. But we have good news: you can get better at recognizing God's voice!

In this episode, Spiritual Formation Pastors Casey Shirley and Blake Zimmerman talk about how God speaks through His Spirit, the power of community, and learning to pay attention to God's voice even in the mundane.

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Listen to the message: Normalizing the Voice of the Holy Spirit in Your Life https://youtu.be/CQWrUVEmC4E?si=IENeNegjWx1yFrKv

In this episode, Blake mentions the book Windows of the Soul by Ken Gire

Do My Kids Like Each Other? | Life in Motion Apr 30, 2024

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As parents, one of our greatest desires is to see our children not only get along but also develop long-lasting bonds that last their whole lives. How do we help our kids want to stay close to us and to each other?

In this episode, Heather and Jamie get vulnerable about their own sibling dynamics, discuss healthy communication, and share their hopes for the future of their family relationships.

How to Love Your Bible | Tell Me More Apr 25, 2024

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A lot of us respect the Bible but if we're honest with ourselves, we struggle to love it. We haven't learned to "consume" what's spiritually nourishing. Scripture is not just literature; it's spiritual fuel, essential for our growth and vitality.

In this episode, Whit and Casey discuss how to learn and grow in our understanding and love of God's Word.

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Check out the Message: How to Hear God Through His Word https://youtu.be/cZi3yfjiAO4?si=FTDQrxvMU6BkML3h

Bible Resources:

Eat This Book by Eugene Peterson How to Read the Bible for All It's Worth by Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart

The Bible Project: https://bibleproject.com/

Bible Recap: https://www.thebiblerecap.com/

Bible Books in 30 Minutes Podcast: https://podcast24.co.uk/podcasts/bible-books-in-30-minutes-audio

Study Scripture in Community: https://churchonthemove.com/cotmu

How to Hear God | Tell Me More Apr 18, 2024

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Sometimes it feels impossible to hear God in a world filled with distractions and doubts. We often want a miraculous, "burning bush" moment. But what if He's speaking through the ordinary, day-to-day? In this episode, Whit and Casey explore the pivotal role of wisdom, the common pitfalls we encounter in seeking God's voice, and their own encounters with God's guidance. Show notes: Listen to the Message "God Wants to Speak to You": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkR2BfQdeZ4 Check out the Life in Motion episode that was referenced "Finding Purpose in Every Season": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJZ3pnOidgU

Are You on the Path of Life? | Tell Me More Apr 04, 2024

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Is Jesus offering us a hard and miserable life? At the end of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus unveils two distinct paths: one to life and one to death. The path to life is one of repentance and devotion – it requires leaving everything behind. But the treasure is worth the cost.

In this episode, Whit and Casey explore the road to life Jesus sets out in the Sermon on the Mount and the historical and cultural impact of Christianity.

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Listen to the Message: Easter 2024 | Enter by the Narrow Gate: https://youtu.be/M7FBU1Ac9m8?si=MvGP8NSRwVvdQe-t

Finding Purpose in Every Season: Getting Older & Embracing the Changes | Life in Motion Mar 26, 2024

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Change is a constant in life. If you're not prepared for a changing season, you can find yourself at loose ends, thinking, well, now what? It's so important to find purpose wherever you're at, and that happens best in godly community. In this episode, Jamie and Heather get vulnerable about where they're at and how they can flourish in every area of their lives.

If you're feeling stuck in your season, this is a great episode for you.

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In this episode, Jamie mentions the book The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk

Find our How to Be Human series here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoikPSaa5DXeOZsjJTmyB-qz9nSxKzmlF&si=996W64vP3VWBvxBf

Navigating Jesus' Teachings on Money | Tell Me More Mar 07, 2024

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Nothing can make us feel like a god quite like money––it gets to the heart of both our desires and our needs. In a world vying for our attention at every turn, Jesus challenges us to examine what truly has priority in our lives. You can't serve God and money, so which will it be?

In this episode, Whit and Casey break down Matthew 6:19-34. They talk about spiritual practices to decenter money from our lives, learning dependence on God, and more!

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Listen to the message Navigating Jesus' Teachings: Money, Attention & Your Needs: https://youtu.be/nEu3pjyxRQQ?si=oA_AKKA4A90XUIti

In this episode, Whit mentions the book East of Eden by John Steinbeck

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