Good Reporters Podcast

Who's holding you accountable today? Hopefully somebody that you can trust. Accountability is one of the most underrated tools in the Christian walk and without it we may never be able to reach true potential. Join us as Chris Edwards and Darkim Carter discus their super natural testimonies, the 4 ways that accountability can be helpful and so much more. Click Here For Visual Podcast https://youtu.be/qo4Re1d_NCY

The book of Ephesians says that we ought to "Expose the evil and darkness" so that is exactly what we are going in this episode. There is so much going on in this world that people may not realize is truly spiritual, if we ignore these things and don't expose  them we may live in deception forever. Tune in to find out 3 ways that the Devil tries to distract and 5 ways that we can get close to God again!Click Here For Video Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlXDBBdrWKE

We're Back and we're better! Season 2 is kicking off with a very special Guest, NBA/USAB Coach and co Founder of Ellis Performance Group Tyrone Ellis. Join us as we speak about being a great Leader, motivation vs. Inspiration, Jeffrey Dahmer, Speech Impediments, Moses, Growing up "Special" and the ever so popular G.O.A.T Debate. You don't want to miss this one!Click Here For Video Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3S5I68XS4E0

It's been far too long, but we're back and better! In this milestone 50th episode

We're back with the second part of the conversation on Dating as Christians. Nearly getting scammed for God is dope shirts?  Should we be dippin' and sippin'? How important is patience in a relationships? In this episode Chris Edwards and Ayla Lynn continue to share their thoughts and experiences on “Godly Dating”. Still trying to figure out? Us too, tune in for part two and let's figure it out together! Click Here For Visual Podcasthttps://youtu.be/EDnBicLXYXM

Dating is dating, nowadays dating culture is as casual as chewing gum, but is it that simple for Christians? Should we be dating at all as believers? What should a Christian be looking for while dating? What boundaries are needed if any? In this episode Chris Edwards and Ayla Lynn share their thoughts and experiences on “Godly Dating”. Still trying to figure out? Us too, tune in and let's figure it out together! Click here for Visual Podcasthttps://youtu.be/_XmbOpdFi9w

We've been gone for far too long, but we are back with our guest Glenn Meyer for a Pt. 2 on God's role in our dating lives. Is God doing all the swiping left in your life or are you dating with complete disregard to his direction? Which one of those options is the right way to go about dating? What does the Bible say about spouse confirmation? Is “The One” real? Tune in and let's have the discussion. Click here for visual podcasthttps://youtu.be/75ZtFnQL6QA

A lot of people call themselves Christians! Some do it off of the strength of there parents relationship with God, others do it because the believe there is a God somewhere out there. Some do it because they don't want to go to hell and others do it because they genuinely want relationship with God! So are you a true Christian? I can't answer that question for you but the Bible sure can. Tune in and find out if you're indeed, a True Christian.Click Here For Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/nFyY4Apb8tM

Being a Christian and trying to get the Good News Across can be a bit of a challenging task, especially through social media. There are so many questions, What can't we do? Are we gossiping? Should we seek attention? How much can we say? Are we being humble? The list goes on.!Join Chris Edwards and Eric “Tech”  Humphrey as  they tackle this topic with a fun mixture of jokes, stories, sciptures and hard truths. Click Here For Video Podcast https://youtu.be/zs_whhPypvg

Work Hard, hustle, and chase your dreams! Create great content, make a good salary but whatever you do…DON'T forget to REST! In this episode we'll speak on just that, spiritual rest. The most important thing, however, isn't just that you rest,  it's where you rest!  Tune in to find out just where that should be!Click Here For Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/Ozo-HQk5AD0

It's a New Year! Some things don't need to come along with us into 2022,  but one thing that should always remain is the heart of our worship. Which is …Jesus! In this episode we Recap 2021, get deep on emotions, the pandemic, broken routines, the heart of worship, New Year Resolutions and so much more. Let's talk about it!Click Here For Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/qNYEavp2dr8

So maybe Christmas isn't actually Jesus' birthday, that discussion can last a lifetime! However we don't need that discussion to express his love and kindness every single dahimy of our lives. So what is the real reason that we celebrate Jesus' birth, and how can we glorify  in any season? In this episode we will talk about the holidays, giving just because and even have a bit of a Christmas gift reveal. Tune in!Click Here For Video Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NVqKoGiv0A

Many people would love to have the best of both worlds, to have their cake and eat it too but life never reallllly works out that way now does it? The Bible makes a similar statement clear "We can not serve two masters". In this episode we will talk about the ways we may be attempting to serve two masters and not even realize it! Let's talk about it!Click here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/hATras0oa3Y

One humbling yet vital thing to recognize is that IT'S NOT ALL ABOUT  US! In fact our purpose is all  about the kingdom of God and at times it is so much better if we take our feelings and urges out of it . In this episode we are going to talk about the benefit of going through bad things, not being humble, ways  to focus more on our purpose than our selfish desires, and so much more! Let's talk about it!!!!Click here for Video Podcast https://youtu.be/LnEKtutHsqY

Alright so stop being weird because YOU KNOW I don't mean this literally!

There's more to the world than what we can see in the natural. The Bible specifically explains that "we are not fighting against flesh and blood enemies but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world."  Somehow, still that truth is so easy to forget in a world so focused on tangibility. The enemy and his demons are roaring around and deceiving us in ways that we may not  realize or see. Should we celebrate halloween? Can our loved ones be the devil? Let's talk about it!Click here for Video Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eaTHCn4PaA

So let's get straight to the point social media IS NOT the Devil! However social media does have the potential to be very distracting and impact our TIME our MENTAL HEALTH, and even our ability to fight off  LUST. In this episode we will talk in depth about the ways that social media can be dangerous to us if we aren't careful. Tune in!Click here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/p-sZug-c0ZQ

Don't let the title fool you, This is a theraputic episode. This past week I went to  Wyoming and THERAPY! Two of the greatest decisions of my life!!!! In this episode we are going to talk about that therapy experience, the benefits of therapy, my trip and the importance of keeping God first! Tune in for this vital lesson! Click Here For Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/FZRA8-DzqLw

No matter who we are one thing is for sure, WE ALL HAVE A PAST! A  large chunk of who we become as human beings will be  shaped by our past experiences/traumas and just how we deal with them. In this episode  Jonathan Rossianno joins Chris Edwards to speak on just how important it is to address and not neglect your past. This episode gets real, with stories of their own personal experiences, revelations, and advice on how to get past pain and trauma. It's time to learn from our past. Click here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/_isEBk_Icr8

COMMUNICATION is key in every relationship. Throughout the Bible we've seen many instances of God speaking to people such as Moses through the burning bush, Daniel with dreams etc. Some believers now are on the fence on whether God still speaks to us today. In this episode Chris Edwards and Glenn Meyer give their experiences, scriptures, and thoughts on God speaking today.  So does God Still speak? Tune in and find out!Click Here For Videohttps://youtu.be/bAaWBAJZnrg

With this new social media age so heavily emphasizing likes, shares, followers and blue checks, the thirst for attention world wide is on an all time high. Unfortunately this has impacted the church just as much which leaves us with one question "what ever happened to the simple good news?". In this episode we will get back to the simple gospel of Jesus Christ while covering topics such as pastors following to unfollow,  sermons created with no anointing, how seeking attention is losing souls and so much more. Tune In!!Click Here For Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/LlDG4KdWtYI

Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, that cocky kid from high school, the Jock from the football team.  All of those examples sound like what our idea of ego is, but the reality is, we all have an ego whether we like to say it or not.  The question is, is this a bad thing? In this episode we explain why it might just be very necessary to have an ego when it comes to the kingdom of God. Tune in!Click here for Video Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4UxkmfUTLDU&feature=youtu.be

One of the most unsettling feelings that we can experience is reaching for something that we Just...Can't...Reach. Perfection fits this description.  As imperfect humans,  reaching perfection is unattainable thus creating a Perfectionist Paradox. In this episode we will discuss how perfectionism is destroying our lives, callings, relationships and so much more. Tune inClick here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/hbhoufWkOns

This past week I contracted COVID 19 and it took me away from a week of podcasting .  In this episode we will discuss my experience with COVID, our decision to either take or refuse the vaccine, trusting God through COVID and...The Mark Of The Beast? (Kind of

When it comes to prayer, most people either pray heavily  when things get REALLY difficult or just try to do it themselves. Truthfully it is VITAL to pray as much as we can about everything in our daily lives.  But how often do we really pray? One new thing that I learned this week was how much Moses of the Bible relied upon prayer. In this episode we will breakdown Exodus 17 and explain how Moses always fell back on prayer no matter what. Be like Moses, Fall back on prayer! :)Click Here For Video Podcast https://youtu.be/az6ceykBbpY

We may never be able to put an end to all of our cravings. I mean come on, we  are humans right? But what if  the issue isn't as much" having the craving" as it is "saying no to the craving"?  In this episode we will discuss some solutions to help us get past the unhealthy cravings that keep us in repetitive cycles . Tune in Click Here For Video Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keqJcQ8En7A

LET'S ADDRESS THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM! As believers we can tend to bury the struggles and vices that we either believe we shouldn't have, or that others shouldn't see. Lust is one of the biggest vices that is killing believers, and purpose in silence. In this episode Zaquane Cooper and Chris Edwards address the LUST Elephant in the room.  Why do so many believers hide their LUST, some solutions to LUST, How dangerous LUST can be & so much more. Tune in for freedom! Click Here for Video Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXyAGg6u44s

Let's get straight to the point, there's A LOT of noise out there! From social media, comparison, nay sayers or even close friends and family.  There's so much going on and if we aren't able to block out the noise at times we might wind up trying to live out someone else's visions for our lives opposed to God's vision. In this episode we talk about the importance of running the race that God set out FOR YOU and only you. Tune in!Click here for Video Podcast https://youtu.be/tgZwgMT02Z0

Overthinking has been causing your stagnation! That goes for stagnation in your calling,  decision making, confidence, relationships, goals, and most importantly your faith. You can't go too far without your mind trapping you into Analysis Paralysis! In this episode we will speak on the reason why most of us overthink and just how we can get past this. Over-thinkers, let's talk. Click Here For Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/HilLktalf2c

What do humans, parents, and Christians have in common? Once you are one, you immediately  become an example of one. So if i'm a Christian I can't dress nicely? How about my language do I have to change it? Why can't I just live my life how I want to as a believer and let God change people himself?  In this episode we will answer these questions and much more. Making it really clear why being an example for Christianity might just be the best thing that could happen to you...well, aside from being saved.

I'm saved now Why do I still have urges? I'm a new creature I should just be perfect now! WRONG! Sometimes believers forget that they have a Carnal Side...or at least they act like it. To deny the flesh is absolute wisdom, but to deny that we have a carnal side is counter productive! In this special bonus episode we will use a sermon I did a few years ago to speak about the dangers of acting as if we should be perfect once we get saved. Tune in!Click here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/oVCQLOKfRsM

You thought you had Procrastination down packed? Me too! After Episode 4 on procrastination it seemed as though everything was trending in the right direction, until one day it wasn't! In this episode special guest Javaun Butler will help us take a deeper dive into the destructive cycle that is PROCRASTINATION. Tune in!Click Here For Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/MB2vhmc3n18

Forgiveness, Forgiveness, Forgivness! We hear it all the time. Some of us believe we have mastered it  while most of us really want nothing to do with it. In this episode we will speak about the importance of forgiving others, what the Bible says about forgiveness and a very specific person that most people forget to forgive! Tune in to find out!

Unbelievers it's time! If you don't know God then you only know him from a distance, which leaves room for TONS of gray area. Well have no fear, the 411 is here :) . In this episode we will speak in depth on who God truly is, who God is not as well as covering a few of the lies you are being told. Tune in and get an opportunity to know God for yourself. Click Here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/lELmHaw2-xA

ITS NOT WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE, I promise! This title is inspired by the way we view everything that we see from the outside looking in. From Influencers, Celebrities, Famous Pastors, to your Average Joe. With the platform that we give to everyday human beings we sometimes forget that they are exactly that, HUMANS! In this episode we will discuss the struggles of feeling less than and unworthy due to comparison of a filtered reality. Tune in!Click here for Video Podcast https://youtu.be/vB5fQymaltM

During a vacation to NC this week I came across the Wright Brothers Museum and was inspired by their Unconquerable Faith towards flight. In this episode we speak a bit about how important it is to keep faith but also just how important it is to rest and take a vacation. Watch until the end for my CRAZIEST travel story ever!

Relationships, Money, Goals, Social Media, Others expectations. What not to worry about?! The world is constantly giving us reasons to worry but God is constantly reminding us that there is absolutely nothing to worry about! Please don't hop on THE WORRY TRAIN! In this episode we will unpack exactly how God wants us to release our worries with the help of Luke 12 & Matthew 6. The answer may surprise you, Tune in! Click here to watch Video Podcast https://youtu.be/X2EedL7NBFA

Let's be clear this was NOT the episode that was supposed to be created and released this week, but the unexpected passing away of a friend Danny Reyes changed the entire trajectory. Isn't this story of life sometimes? In this Episode  we will talk about Unexpected and Unplanned things happening in our lives while also celebrating Danny's Life, Tune in to hear more. Click here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/DcfZUCTpY2I

STOP ASIAN HATE! BLACK LIVES MATTER! STOP THE COP KILLINGS! The world and media is being overloaded with so many tragic, hurtful and fatal incidents and it has truly gotten out of hand. The root problem all pointing back to two consistent things,  HATE & FEAR. In this episode we will discuss what's really going on, why this is so serious, and ways that we can help  STOP THE HATE! Listen in for more!Click here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/sWbGEaWmZaU

The thought of receiving a gift brings joy to many, just by hearing it! We usually think tangible items such as money, clothing, food etc. But let's talk about the GREATEST GIFT and love gesture EVER! Tune in to find out what that gift is!Click here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/f7sSFD0TOSM

If you enjoyed Episode 13, it's time to  jump for joy, because Episode 14 is a continuation of the conversation on "Filling The God Void".  In this episode Chris and Caleb  continue to break down the world's struggle with The God Void. Tune in for new stories and deeper perspective. Click here for video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/3_1tnoHv3Ik

When there is a void in our lives our human instinct is to attempt to fill it with so many things such as food, sex, drugs, relationship etc. But somehow that void is only temporarily satisfied with those things? Can we challenge you to believe that this VOID can only truly be filled with one thing? That one thing is GOD. In this episode Chris and Caleb break down the world's struggle with the God Void. Tune in! Click here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/F9eFV8abLuQ

There is NOTHING GREATER THAN LOVE! The Bible has a reoccurring theme of mentioning that Love is the greatest and above all else we should always lead with it. In this episode we give scriptures, stories and examples that back up this very fact! Tune in! Click here for video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/BFyaSsn_bAE

Trust the process,  enjoy  the ups and the downs, we have to love the process,! These words fly out of our mouths when things are uncertain and uncomfortable but do we truly believe it? In this episode we will discuss LOVING THE PROCESS, why we need the process and what the Bible teaches about it. Listen in for more!Click here for Video Podcasthttps://youtu.be/lKeMzgtA08w

We all know the story of Adam & Eve, many often associate Eve with the rib, but very few people refer to Adam as the backbone. Join Chris Edwards and Special guest CORNELIUS LINDSEY  in discussing Marriage, Love, Relationships and the reason why both the rib and backbones are vital for the body to function. Click Here For Visual Podcast:https://youtu.be/IVqPLH53DysInstagram/Twitter: @ThisiscorneliusFacebook: Cornelius Lindsey Stereo: https://stereo.com/thisiscorneliusYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CorneliusLindsey/videosLife With the Lindsey's Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJVPWKboo7E&list=PLNROUnabRSob6lF7HvTLoSxBFITQMkoer

We all know that God wants us to love Him above all else, but do we know what God says is equally as important? LOVING OUR NEIGHBORS! In this episode we will discuss what the Bible tells us about loving our neighbors. Why is it important to love our neighbors? Why is it so difficult to love our neighbors? What solution does the bible provide ? Tune in and find out! Click here for Video Podcast:https://youtu.be/d8vumLbBN7IClick Here For Time Merch promo:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCNr2X6NlpA

If we stop to think about it, where did we really get our idea of Love from?  Episode 8 begins our discussion series on LOVE ! In this episode we discuss the bibles definition of Love, Loving like the world/Loving like God, Rom Coms and more. Tune in to learn more. Click Here For Video Podcast:https://youtu.be/UznWckrUCCw

Let's Jump straight out the gate and state the obvious. GOD IS NOT TANGIBLE! In this episode we talk about one of the MAIN reasons we as believer struggle to have faith in God, and that reason is, tangibility. How can we believe in a God that we don't see? What has our relationship with God been lacking?  What tips can we get to grow our faith in God? Listen in and find out! Click Here For Video Podcast:https://youtu.be/Rtsz5TJEyEM

Is this vision from you God? We want to move but since we aren't sure we wind up stagnant for WAYYY too long. In this episode, we will be discussing the "Plan, then act" mindset, teaching us to take the action that allows God to direct our path.  It's important to note that intentional prayer MUST ALWAYS come first!CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO  PODCAST: https://youtu.be/_q8-5LihuIg

Are you willing to get comfortable  being uncomfortable? In this episode, the gifted Avery James joins us in a deep discussion on Comfort & Discomfort. Join in on our game towards the end

WHERE ARE ALL MY PROCRASTINATORS AT!? In this episode, we will be joined by the wonderful Amanda Smith in discussing Procrastination. What does the Bible say about procrastination? Why do so many of us do it? What are some solutions? Let's talk about it!Click Here For Video Podcast:https://youtu.be/H3lQgSIXfpA