Faith is a Journey

Wars, UFOs, and the End Times? A Biblical Response to the Chaos

The headlines feel overwhelming right now.
War in the Middle East.Talk of UFO disclosure.And endless predictions that the end of the world is right around the corner.
But what does the Bible actually say about all of this?
In this episode of Faith is a Journey, we sit down for a real kitchen-table conversation about how Christians should respond when the world feels chaotic.
We also want to be clear that this conversation is simply thoughtful discussion, opinions and reflection. When we talk about current events or unusual claims, we’re exploring ideas and asking questions from a biblical perspective, not claiming to have all the answers or making definitive statements about what is happening.
In this episode we discuss:
• Why Jesus said not to panic about wars and world events• Why every generation thinks it’s living in the end times• How to approach supernatural claims with biblical discernment• What Scripture says about deception in the last days• Why Christians should be the calmest people in the room
Instead of getting caught up in fear, speculation, or internet theories, this conversation focuses on what Scripture actually teaches and how believers can stay grounded in faith no matter what is happening around us.
Because at the end of the day, our hope isn’t in headlines, it’s in Christ.

Dead Faith or Living Faith? | The Book of James

Are we just hearing the Word… or actually living it?
In this episode of Faith Is A Journey, we dive into one of the most uncomfortable books in the Bible: James.
James says faith without works is dead. So what does that actually mean? Are we saved by faith alone? What does obedience look like in real life? And what happens when following God costs us something?
We talk honestly about:
The difference between believing and surrendering
Why church on Sunday isn’t enough
Costly obedience and hidden pride
Abraham, Rahab, and real-life risk
Where we might be delaying obedience
This isn’t polished theology. It’s a husband and wife wrestling through what it means to live out authentic, visible faith.
If your faith feels comfortable, this episode might challenge you.

Waiting on God… or Just Stuck?

Ever feel like you’re waiting on God… but nothing’s happening?
You’ve got the job. The family. The responsibilities. You’re doing what you’re “supposed” to do.But somewhere in the middle of all that, you start asking:
Is this really the life God designed for me?Or am I just following the script everyone else follows?
In this episode, we talk honestly about feeling stuck, over-planning, chasing certainty, and wondering if we’re missing something bigger. We wrestle with what it actually means to follow Jesus in real life, not just in theory.
We dig into:
The tension between waiting and fear
Why obedience feels risky
Letting go of the need for a blueprint
The difference between knowing Scripture and being changed by it
What it looks like to live your faith outside of Sunday
This isn’t a step-by-step formula.It’s a real conversation about trust, control, and learning to walk by faith when the path isn’t clear.
If you’ve ever felt stuck between comfort and calling, this one’s for you.

When Guilt Replaces Faith

What happens when doing the “right thing” doesn’t bring peace?
In this episode, we talk honestly about the guilt that can creep in after holding onto meaningful possessions. What started as helping family turned into sleepless nights, second-guessing motives, and asking whether we were honoring God or quietly letting guilt take over.
We wrestle with Jesus’ words about earthly treasures and heavenly ones, not from a place of rules or minimalism, but from lived experience. Is the real issue the things we own, or what guilt and attachment do to our hearts?

When Stuff Becomes a Burden: Letting Go Without Losing the Memory

What do you do when “keep it in the family” really means someone has to store it forever?
In this episode of Faith is a Journey, we talk honestly about letting go of possessions, especially when they carry family history, guilt, and emotional weight. Recorded right before walking into a difficult family situation, this conversation wrestles with memories, expectations, and the quiet pressure to hold onto things long after their purpose is gone.
Through personal stories, uncomfortable questions, and scripture from Matthew 6, Luke 12, and Philippians 4, we explore why our lives are not defined by what we own, how objects can become emotional burdens, and what it really means to live with contentment.
If you’ve ever struggled with cleaning out a house, holding onto heirlooms, or feeling responsible for other people’s emotions, this episode is for you.
This isn’t about minimalism.It’s about freedom.

When Someone Else Falls… and We Kind of Like It

Have you ever caught yourself feeling a little satisfied when someone else messes up?
Not out loud.Not publicly.Just… inside.
In this kitchen-table conversation, we talk honestly about something most people don’t want to admit: the quiet enjoyment of other people’s failures. Whether it’s a public figure, a competitor, or just someone who isn’t very nice, we explore why that feeling shows up, why it feels justified, and why it quietly shapes our hearts more than we realize.
We wrestle with:
Why comparison feels so good in the moment
How internal thoughts matter just as much as outward behavior
The difference between rejecting evil and enjoying someone’s downfall
What Scripture says about hidden sins of the heart
How habits of thought can harden us over time
This isn’t a sermon.We’re not pastors.We’re just a husband and wife trying to live out faith honestly and paying attention to what God is showing us along the way.
If you’ve ever struggled with judgment, competition, or feeling superior in subtle ways, this episode is for you.
Thanks for walking the journey with us.

Striving After Wind: Why Success Still Feels Empty (Ecclesiastes)

Striving After Wind is one of the most honest phrases in the Bible, and it comes from one of its most uncomfortable books.
In this episode of Faith is a Journey, we sit down at the table and wrestle with the book of Ecclesiastes. A book many churches avoid because it refuses to offer easy optimism.
Ecclesiastes asks the questions most believers quietly carry:Why does achievement feel empty?Why doesn’t wisdom bring peace?Why do hard work and success still leave us restless?Why does everything feel fleeting?
We talk through:
why “striving after wind” describes so much of modern life
how success, knowledge, and control can become traps
what Ecclesiastes really means by “eat, drink, and enjoy your labor”
why grief, burnout, and uncertainty can actually clarify faith
and why the book’s final conclusion matters more than all the questions before it
This isn’t a sermon.It’s not a motivational talk.And it’s not a tidy answer.
It’s an honest conversation about limits, obedience, gratitude, and what remains when everything else fades.
If you’ve ever felt driven but empty, faithful but tired, or successful yet unsatisfied, this episode is for you.

What to Do When God Doesn’t Fix What You Keep Praying About

When everything feels broken and no one is coming to your rescue, what does faith actually look like?
In this episode, we sit down at the kitchen table and talk through a season where nothing seems to be getting resolved. Broken systems, difficult neighbors, constant stress, and the temptation to lose peace when life won’t cooperate.
We open Scripture and wrestle with what it means to find peace before resolution, to love people without being run over, and to trust God when patience feels impossible.
No answers wrapped in a bow. Just a real conversation about holding onto faith when life keeps pressing in.
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Why Trying to Control Everything Is Exhausting You

In this episode of Faith is a Journey, we sit at the kitchen table and talk honestly about freedom, control and the lie that we’re running our own lives. Most of us think we’re free because we call our own shots, but Scripture makes it clear. We’re all a slave to something.
We dig into Romans 6, John 8 and other passages that expose how our impulses, emotions, ambitions and insecurities end up ruling us more than we want to admit. We share real stories from our marriage, our business life and our own struggles with approval, pressure and the urge to handle everything ourselves.
This isn’t a polished sermon. It’s a raw, real conversation about:• Why “doing whatever you want” isn’t actual freedom• How surrendering to God gives peace instead of pressure• Why our emotions, success, hustle and self-will quietly enslave us• What it really means to deny yourself and follow Christ• The battle between the flesh and the Spirit in everyday life
If you’ve ever felt the weight of trying to control everything, or wondered why the things you chase leave you empty, this episode will hit home. Freedom doesn’t come from independence. It comes from trust, surrender and letting God be God.
Pull up a chair. Join the conversation.   
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When Holiday Pressure Steals Your Peace

The holidays are supposed to bring joy, but most of us end up drowning in pressure, perfection and expectations. In this honest kitchen table conversation, we talk about hosting stress, family judgment, gift giving, generosity and how fast the season can steal your peace if you’re not careful. We share our own messy Thanksgiving moment, the pressure to perform and the reminder we needed to refocus on what actually matters. If you feel the weight of the holidays, pull up a chair. You’re not alone. #holidaystress #christianmarriage #faithpodcast #kitchentabletalk #christianliving #christmaspressure #perfectiontrap #holidaysimplicity #faithjourney #marriagepodcast #familyfaith #christmasseason #christianencouragement #realtalkfaith #reasonfortheseason

Get Off the Bench: Stop Burying What God Gave You

Most believers are stuck on the bench wondering what God wants them to do with their lives. In this episode, we break down the Parable of the Talents from Matthew 25 and talk about what it really means to get off the sidelines and step into the work God’s already entrusted to you.
This is a raw kitchen table conversation about fear, responsibility, stewardship, and the mindset shift that happens when you realize your life isn’t actually “yours” to bury. God gave you abilities, opportunities, and time. He expects movement, not excuses.
If you’ve been sitting on something God gave you, this episode is the nudge you probably needed.
Join us, pull up a chair, and let’s talk about getting off the bench and into the game.

What Faith Looks Like When Time Is Short

In this deeply personal episode, we share the final days of a father marked by principle, discipline, and quiet strength. After years of dementia, the family gathered for what became far more than a moment of loss. Over the past couple years God opened a door, and through simple conversations, prayer, and a powerful baptism just four days before his passing, he accepted Christ with clarity and peace.This episode walks through the moments, the emotions, and the surprising ways God shows up at the end. It’s a story of legacy, courage, redemption, and the holy privilege of helping a loved one step into eternity. If you’ve hesitated to talk about faith with family or wondered how God works in a fading mind, this conversation will push you to speak boldly and love well.