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Often we get lost in the long term - those exciting accomplishments that we want to share on Instagram for all our friends to like. Are we losing the focus on right now? Are we missing what is right in front of us? Join Chelsea Crockett and Nick Hurst as they Encounter Now. Encounter Now with Nick…

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    • May 1, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 32m AVG DURATION
    • 107 EPISODES

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    Thriving In Your Differences & Friendship / Ep. 5 What We Wish We Knew Before Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 24:46


    We've loved talking about pre-marriage as it is such a passion topic for us. Welcome to episode 5, our last convo about things we wish we knew before marriage. We wish we had this help/older advice all in one space before we got married. To get marriage minded, you can grab here: https://www.zondervan.com/p/marriage-minded/#order

    Removing Jealousy and Envy / What We Wish We Knew Before Marriage Ep. 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 24:48


    We've loved talking about pre-marriage as it is such a passion topic for us. Welcome to episode 4 where we talk about uprotting jelousy and envy from the heart. We wish we had this help/older advice all in one space before we got married. To get marriage minded, you can grab here: https://www.zondervan.com/p/marriage-minded/#order

    Confession & Forgiveness / What We Wish We Knew Before Marriage Ep. 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 23:36


    We've loved talking about pre-marriage as it is such a passion topic for us. Welcome to episode 3 where we confession and forgiveness. We wish we had this help/older advice all in one space before we got married. To get marriage minded, you can grab here: https://www.zondervan.com/p/marriage-minded/#order

    Having The Tough Conversations / What We Wish We Knew Before Marriage Ep. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 31:53


    We've loved talking about pre-marriage as it is such a passion topic for us. Welcome to episode 2 where we share about the realities of hard conversations, but the intimacy to be had on the other side of them. We wish we had this help/older advice all in one space before we got married. To get marriage minded, you can grab here: https://www.zondervan.com/p/marriage-minded/#order

    We're Back! Fantasizing Your Relational Life / Marriage Minded Ep. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 31:54


    We've been on a leave for a while! So great to be back with yall. We've loved talking about pre-marriage as it is such a passion topic for us. We wish we had this help/older advice all in one space before we got married. To get marriage minded, you can grab here: https://www.zondervan.com/p/marriage-minded/#order

    Building A Strong Financial Foundation While Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 50:08


    If we could go back and save ourselves from the awful money decisions we made as we were singles, and early marriage.. yikes. We would go back asap! What are some of the best financial advice you've been given? Or some of the worst?#finances #moneyinyour20s #healthymoneyhabitsJoin our Patreon Family - www.patreon.com/nickandchelseaBetterhelp: Get 10% off the counseling service we use! https://betterhelp.com/hurst

    #100 - Your Miracle Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 32:04


    Miracles are all around us, and sometimes it takes sharing them to realize that God is in the business of miracles daily! We were so blessed by your stories and are so excited that this is our 100th episode!!!

    #99 - Crippling Self Criticism, Are We Really "Saved"? & Celebrating Your Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2022 45:49


    We can't believe we are almost at 100 episodes of the podcast! Share any and all ideas for what you'd love to see for our next episode. We loved answering your questions and love that we can come with our honest thoughts. We are so grateful for this community!

    #98 - Are You Following Your Feelings?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 37:36


    Why feelings will leave you empty and directionless + how to follow God's peace and how that is different from a feeling.#foreverchangedpodcast #feelings #youngadultpodcastOur counseling (Betterhelp) - www.betterhelp.com/HurstOur Patreon - www.patreon.com/NickandChelsea

    Unique Singleness and Dating Perspectives // Is Falling In Love Healthy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 32:55


    There are a million singleness and dating perspectives out there. SO much to say about what may be unique and vary for us all. We know how vital this time in our lives was for our development as individuals and we are grateful for a few of these lessons we learned along the way.Our counseling (Betterhelp) - www.betterhelp.com/hurst https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&transaction_id=102220d9da502643395a4c1c17831b&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=636&utm_medium=Desktop&utm_content=&utm_term=hurst¬_found=1&gor=startJoin Our Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/nickandchelsea

    #96 - "My Dad Was Shot and Killed While Preaching" // Moving Forward After Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 49:12


    We are so beyond thankful to Cassidy for talking with us today. On March 8th, 2009... a man walked in with a mission to shoot our pastor (Cassidy's dad) and her and her family's lives were forever changed. She shares her journey of healing and forgiveness and I believe you and I can learn a ton from her!To support anti-trafficking in war zones click this link and become a monthly donor! https://liftupthevulnerable.org/Cindy Winter's reflections after the death of her husband (Cassidy's Mom) - https://www.amazon.com/Reflections-Pit-Cindy-Winters/dp/0988549204Our counseling (Betterhelp) - www.betterhelp.com/HurstOur Patreon - www.patreon.com/NickandChelsea

    #95 - Should We Exalt God So That He Will Exalt Us?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 42:41


    Our patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nickandchelseaBetterhelp counseling: https://www.betterhelp.com/hurst

    #94 - Why Am I Assuming The Worst About My Partner?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 46:09


    Are we placing past fears and insecurities on the ones we love? Are we assuming the worst about one another in effort to protect ourselves? So much to dive into today but we are so grateful for the grace of God in this area as he reveals where we are lacking. www.betterhelp.com/hurst

    #93 - Being Yourself In A Cancel Culture World

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 35:49


    The dangers of a cancel culture world.. how can we be honest? Living bold as Christians to the world that is easily triggered and offended. Is it possible? What was the Lord's call to us? What standard do we live by? Would love your thoughts on this episode!

    #92 - The Side of Social Media Influence That Nobody Tells You About

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 54:10


    From growing up as a child on all media platforms, Chelsea opens up about the impact that having a life so public had on her from a young age. What happens when money skews your message? Is it possible to have a "influence" online and keep your message from being tainted? What is the proper way of measuring success? After a social media break the Lord was so kind to us to reveal areas we needed to do some uprooting. Including how we handle our channel. Our friends Kaelin and Kyrah inspired this episode in a way and we would love if you listen to their conversation as well on YouTube. Leave a rating below and give your thoughts on this new way of creating podcasts!

    He Had A Stroke // When Sickness Changes Your Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 27:40


    Today we listen in on an conversation with our girl, Onalee! She shares how her dad's story has completely shifted her perspective on God and family. We can't wait for you to hear! To join her and others with us weekly on our Patreon, check it out here! www.patreon.com/NickandChelsea

    We're Forever Changed! How You Can Be Too

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 32:11


    We're back!! So much has changed, including the name of our podcast! Stories of hope and transformation, all that Christ does in the hearts of believers is nothing short of incredible. Thank you guys for being here with us through Encounter Now. We are excited for this season. Our email is foreverchangedpodcast@gmail.com and we would love to hear your stories.

    #89 - How Should Believers Respond To Political & Cultural Outrage?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 31:16


    Hey there! So excited to have you joining in. This episode discusses the key distinctions of how believers are to act and conduct themselves in an age and day of political and cultural strife in many forms and regards. More than anything, we want to be witnesses for Jesus to a broken world that needs hope. We hope you enjoy!

    #88 - Overcoming: Guilt, Past Mistakes, Addictions, and Shame

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 36:06


    Hey friends, be prepared, this one is HEAVY. We really get down in the mud on this episode and try to work from the ground up to help you see that there is hope, and there is freedom. We love you, and hope this episode helps!JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/nickandchelsea

    #87 - Co-Existing With Non-Christian Family Members & Friends As a Christian

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 41:52


    Hey guys! Welcome in to another episode of the podcast. This episode discusses all the need-to-know's of how to live alongside, and minister to those around you who do not know Jesus. We hope that you find this episode helpful.JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/nickandchelsea

    #86 - WE ARE BACK! We Have Exciting News to Share

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 30:33


    Hey friends! We are SOOOOOOOOO excited to be back with you here on the podcast. It's been way too long! In this episode we jump right back into the swing of things, bring you up to speed on what we've been up to, and let you know where this podcast is headed. We love you, and we're excited for a new era with Encounter Now. See you soon!Interested in Exclusive Content from Us? Join Our Patreon HERE: https://www.patreon.com/nickandchelsea

    Why is Advent Important? A Special Message for You as We End 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 18:35


    Hey friend! Have you felt overwhelmed, discouraged, lacking motivation, or mentally (maybe even physically) exhausted during these days? We want to talk to you today in a shorter episode than normal to briefly give you an overview as to what Advent is, why it is important, and our challenge to you during this time as we approach Christmas together. We hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast!

    How to Make A Difference for Christ Right Where You Are

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 32:51


    SIGN UP FOR Z CONFERENCE HERE:https://www.howtolifemovement.com/the-z-conference Hey friend! Welcome into this week's episode of the podcast where we host a close and dear friend to us personally, and to our ministry, Jordan Whitmer! Jordan is the founder and executive director for an organization called "HowToLife". HTL exists to enable Gen-Z to reach Gen-Z with the hope of Jesus. We loved recording this episode, and we hope that you will enjoy the listen!

    What's Plaguing Our Generation & How To Help Be The Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 33:58


    We've noticed a trend lately that is not helping our generation, and we want to help change the world! To get your ticket for the conference go to www.thezconf.com

    Major Life Update: Chelsea Drops College? Family Sickness, and Moving!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 30:39


    We have a lot to update you all on! Stay tuned to the end of this podcast to hear about an exciting conference you can be a part of in a few weeks! We are very expectant for it to be amazing!!

    What Distraction Is Keeping You From

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 31:24


    Have you ever questioned if you are distracted by what's around you or the things you're subscribed to? Today we take a deep dive into what distraction can mean for all of us as well as some practical advice! Major Life Update: Chelsea Drops College? Family Sickness, and Moving! We have a lot to update you all on! Stay tuned to the end of this podcast to hear about an exciting conference you can be a part of in a few weeks! We are very expectant for it to be amazing!!

    Stuck In A Spiritual Rut? Let's Get Out Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 28:12


    I cannot tell you how many times we have felt like we are in a "spiritual rut" and that means different things depending on who you talk to. We pray this episode makes you feel like you're not alone, but also empowers you to move forward! He is near!

    The Journey of Pursuing Personal Holiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 39:05


    It's a word tossed around in conversations with believers is the pursuit of holiness. But what does it mean? Why is it important? What does it have to do with our relationship with God? Listen in for a conversation around these thoughts!

    Getting Through The Dreaded Breakup

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 25:16


    After our conversation a few weeks ago with "how to know if you should break up with someone" we knew we needed to share this as well. We know some friends navigating these waters for the second or third time and most times it feels new and extra hard as you experience them more than once. If our goal is to not only get through a break up, but find true healing.. we knew we needed to speak into this! We will see you next week!

    Why You Shouldn't Rush The Season You're In

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 20:48


    You've been here before, haven't you? We have too. Today, we want to open up with you about why rushing the current season of your life may not be the wisest choice you can make, no matter how tough things might be. We hope you enjoy this episode!

    The Early Church vs The Modern Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 31:48


    Hey there! In this episode, we take a deep dive into talking about something extremely relevant in our time and era as far as the church is concerned. It is so easy to forget how the early church actually grew and how radical those who took the gospel's message forward actually were. This podcast will unpack this a bit more and help lovingly challenge you to take deeper ownership of your faith with Jesus. We hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast!

    How to Know When to Say No

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 36:02


    Friends! Wow it has been far too long since we have spent some moments together hasn't it? Today, we are going to share all the details about what has actually kept us apart for so long. In the midst of us sharing some real and raw stories from the past four weeks, we wanted to extract what we've learned from it and deliver that up to you in this episode. We hope you enjoy this real, and vulnerable episode of Encounter Now!

    Discerning Responses vs Emotional Responses

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 29:29


    In this episode of the podcast, Nick and Chelsea discuss what it means to live your life in a way where you are discerning and being responsible in your engagements rather than becoming emotional in your responses. So much of what we see now, especially in social media is people who aren't discerning what God might want to say through them, but rather what they want to prove. We hope this episode helps you and those around you! Enjoy!

    Practical Advice Series Part 2: Grasping How Vital Patience Really Is

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 26:59


    In this episode of the podcast, Nick and Chelsea talk all about patience, how hard this has been for them, the struggles they have faced in recent, and how you can overcome whatever is in front of you by utilizing the virtue of patience. This episode is sure to challenge you, equip you, and ensure that you leave more aware of the importance surrounding this trait than before you started. Thanks for listening in!

    Practical Advice Series Part 1: How to Have Extremely Productive Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 32:05


    In this episode of the podcast, Nick and Chelsea spend some time unpacking extremely practical methods that just about anyone can immediately implement in their life to increase efficiency and overall productivity. Take notes as this episode is dense on information and tidbits that will help you in your day-to-day life despite your stage of life. Thanks for listening in!

    Dating Series Part 3: Should A Boyfriend Lead His Girlfriend?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 30:30


    In this episode of the podcast, Nick and Chelsea dive deep into the topic of how important a balanced, yet biblical understanding of leadership in dating relationships is. This question has caused confusion in their own lives, and in this episode, they share all the helpful tips and advice they now know regarding this subject. Thanks for listening in!

    Rescued, Filled with Purpose, and Placed in God's Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 38:55


    In this episode of the podcast, Nick and Chelsea talk with their close friend Sam Collier about the aspects of his own personal story, and how it brought him to where he is today. This story is inspiring, hope filled, and will most definitely impact you and leave you different than before you listened. Feel free to order Sam's new book "A Greater Story" out now here: https://www.amazon.com/Greater-Story-Rescue-Purpose-Place/dp/1540901076

    Dating Series Part 2: Is There "Too Fast" in Christian Dating?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 25:00


    On this episode of the podcast, Nick and Chelsea share their viewpoints on the concept of potentially "going too fast" in Christian Dating. We think that there can be a lot of different things learned from different perspectives such as these, lean in, take notes, and let us know what you think about this episode below in the reviews section. Enjoy!

    Is It Okay to Date Someone Who Is Not a Christian?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 28:00


    On this episode of the podcast, Nick and Chelsea discuss all the details surrounding the question of whether or not it is okay to be in a dating relationship with someone who is not a Christian. They discuss the hurt and redemption in their own personal stories, how they came to understand the importance of this topic, and how it affected their futures together as husband and wife. Find a comprehensive and helpful resource here: https://stephaniemaywilson.com/2019/04/23/equally-yoked/

    How God Showed Up in My Mess, Loved Me Through It, and Led Me Out of It

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 27:58


    RaShawn Copeland is a social media guru as well as a husband, father, and author. He has traveled the world preaching the gospel of Jesus after his story of redemption. He has worked greatly in The Philippines and continues to serve the local church in many different capacities. You can find RaShawn's new book "Start Where You Are" available for preorder here: https://www.startwhereyouarebook.com/

    Hold On, Keep Pressing On

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 28:02


    This time has been all but confusing too many and disappointing, depressing, all of that. But don't lose hope. God is doing something huge right now and He is asking that we be still, pray in our quiet spaces, and ask for Him to guide us in this season. If everything you had set out to do has come to a halt and you question your purpose in this season.. hold on, there is much in store.

    TMI Gals Questions to Other Girls

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 27:49


    Hey guys!! Feels so weird to not have Nick with us today but thank you all for your prayers over his surgery and healing. We hope you enjoy listening to the answers to this question and just how honest yall were with your questions! Thanks for submitting them!

    Understanding The Need For Unity & Empathy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 35:31


    Hello friends! After taking a week off, we decided to come back on the podcast this week to have a conversation not solely focused on the negative side of all that's going on in our world, but how we can positively affect our surroundings for lasting change in the days ahead of us. Empathy and compassion are going to be the key components for unifying mankind together in the times to come. Our hope is that we can inspire you to listen quicker than you speak, and to love and show compassion without conditions. This is a heavy episode filled with a lot of different components, we hope you learn something new!

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