The Almost Amazing Podcast

Latest Episodes:

"Christians, Voting, and the Supreme Court" with John Litzler: Understanding the Relationship Between Believers and the Laws of the Land May 18, 2022

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John Litzler is an attorney focused on guiding churches and Christian non-profits through legal issues and questions. John shares with us incredible insight about the workings of the Supreme Court, the implications of the recent leak, and the importance of voting.

For more information on John's work with the Texas Baptists, check out https://www.texasbaptists.org/ministries/christian-life-commission

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"Developing Spiritual Habits" with Shawn Shannon: Taking Small Steps Toward Disciplines That Will Grow Your Faith May 11, 2022

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Shawn Shannon is the Minister of Spiritual Formation at Tallowood Baptist Church in Houston, TX. Shawn shares with us the concept of classic, personal, and unchosen spiritual disciplines, helping us understand how each plays a role in making our faith more vibrant.

For more information about Shawn's ministry at Tallowood, visit https://tallowood.org/next-steps/spiritual-formation/

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"Ministering to Girls" with Ashley Miksch: Leading Teenagers to Grow in Their Faith May 04, 2022

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Ashley Miksch is a Student Associate at the CityRise Network, focused on loving and leading teenage girls into a growing relationship with Christ. Ashley shares with us unique insight into what girls are facing.

To get your student involved in the Houston area, visit https://cityrise.org/students

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Jennifer and Justin Hanging Out: Talking About Sharing Our Faith, Doubt, and Dr. Strange Apr 27, 2022

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Jennifer and Justin work through a few different topics, including a Barna research finding that many Christians feel that it's wrong to share our faith, the tendency for people to keep their spritual life private, doubt, powerlessness, and prayer.

The Barna article can be found here: https://www.barna.com/research/millennials-oppose-evangelism/

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"Mental Health and the Church" with Robert Underwood: Helping the Church Care for Those Struggling with Mental Health Apr 20, 2022

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Robert Underwood is the Associate Pastor of Discipleship and Community Impact at CityRise Missouri City. Robert shares with us his heart for church planting and mental health in the black community.

For more information on CityRise Missouri City, visit https://cityrise.org/locations/cityrise-missouri-city/

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"Ministering to Women" with Kristen Campbell: The Unique Spiritual Concerns of Women Apr 13, 2022

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Kristen Campbell is the new Women's Ministry Director of the CityRise Network, focused on loving and leading women of all ages in their faith. Kristen shares her heart for ministry and thoughts on struggles and concerns unique to women.

For more information on our Women's Ministry visit https://cityrise.org/ministries/adults/women/

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"Christian Journalism and Our Faith" with Kate Shellnutt: Inspiring Our Worship with Stories of God's People Apr 06, 2022

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Kate Shellnutt is the Senior News Editor for Christianity Today, which seeks to demonstrate through all its media how the true, good, and beautiful gospel can not only transform lives but bring hope and flourishing to individuals, cultures, and communities. She shares with us her heart to inspire people to worship with the stories of God's people.

For more information on Christianity Today, visit https://www.christianitytoday.org/.

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"Serving the Least of These" with Rynie Badenhorst: Finding Ways to Love Others and Meet Needs with Our Families Mar 30, 2022

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Rynie Badenhorst is an active member of West U Baptist, a CityRise Network Campus, and has found many ways to serve those in need both on his and own and with his family. He shares with us his heart for serving and the story of how he came to value helping others.

For more information on Houston Welcomes Refugees, visit https://www.houstonwelcomesrefugees.com/. For more information on Adventures of the Heart, visit https://www.adventuresoftheheart.org/.

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"Managing Ourselves" with Randy Guttenberger: Learning More About Our Behaviors and Inclinations Mar 23, 2022

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Randy Guttenberger is the author of "Managing Your Crazy Self" and founder and president of Rhino Insights. Randy shares how better understanding our emotions and reflexes to tough situations can help us manage our reactions and behaviors in a positive way.

To learn more about Randy and his non-profit, visit https://managingyourcrazy.com/

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"Strengthening Our Faith" with Lori Morrow: Using Apologetics and Personal Bible Study to Establish a Firm Spiritual Foundation for Ourselves and Our Children Mar 16, 2022

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Lori Morrow is a Worldview Coach creating resources to help people grow their faith, find their voice, and maximize their impact. She shares how she became passionate about Apologetics, and encouarages us all to better understand our faith for the sake of our walk with Jesus and the next generation.

To learn more, visit https://www.thespoonfedsoul.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/c/LoriBMorrow

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