Joy On Tap

Excited to sit down with our friend Valerie from the windy city of Chicago and talk about life, faith, and Juneteenth! We hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Josh sits down with Tyler Hill. We talk about our inherent belovedness. Check out Tyler Hill's work here https://linkin.bio/thuhtyler/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZFPd1lKjq2NIeTUkVR2LcTBz6-YZ4eOnoyZ41Xb43YZVyECgPkEDcZa_A_aem_9TSeLV2n4XkqXNHOE9kbIg

In this episode, we sit down with Austin and Ben, who share their inspiring faith journeys and experiences as members of a microchurch. Together, they discuss how their paths to faith have shaped their lives, the challenges they've faced, and the transformative power of a close-knit faith community.

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of art with our special guest, Cameron Omega. In this episode, we explore the intricate process behind Cameron's captivating artwork, from inspiration to creation. Get ready to uncover the secrets of his artistic journey, gain insights into his creative techniques, and discover the essence of art life. Tune in for a captivating conversation that celebrates the beauty and depth of artistic expression. Check out his work at https://www.cameronomega.com

Join us on Joy on Tap as we delve into meaningful conversations about faith, identity, and the Black male experience in America. In this episode, Josh King sits down with friends Josh and Nygel to explore the intersection of loving Jesus and navigating life as Black men in the United States. Through candid dialogue and personal anecdotes, they share insights into how their faith has shaped their perspectives, provided strength during challenging times, and influenced their approach to societal issues. From discussing the importance of community support to reflecting on the role of spirituality in resilience, this episode offers a thought-provoking exploration of faith, identity, and joy amidst adversity. Tune in to Joy on Tap for an uplifting and enlightening conversation that celebrates love, faith, and the rich tapestry of the Black male experience.

Oh man, you don't want to miss this episode! In this episode, join us as we delve into the depths of friendship with the remarkable Keagan Bouwers. Explore the unique dynamics of our bond, navigating through our differences with open hearts. Please tune in for a heartfelt conversation that celebrates friendship in its purest form. Check out Keagan's Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/3p406OM9ivQnQbzIeoxb8c?si=NqEyJpVDTWqF63e8gjBUTg

Join us today as we have a captiving and amazing converstion with Cory Rice dicussing his new devotional What If I Told You?” Cory Rice is the teaching pastor at Hill City Church and part of the counseling team at Hill City Church. Check out his podcast “ Two Pastors and a Mic” and his new book What If I Told You?” here https://linktr.ee/coryrice?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=5dbad651-0eb8-4c74-8fbc-a8aeeaa2ecf5

Without Jesse Hanna, there would be no Josh King! Join us as we delve into discussions about love and the intricacies of life. Working with students, being a mentor, sharing valuable insights and experiences, and making this conversation a journey of self-discovery and meaningful reflections.

We're back for another go around with our friend David Abbott. Today, we talk about how our faith unites us more than it should divide us!

Join us for an enlightening episode of as we delve into the intriguing concept of “Purple Jesus” with our special guest, David Abbott. In this conversation, we explore how the teachings of Jesus can transcend political divisions, offering a unifying perspective in today's polarized world.

In this episode of Joy on Tap, the gang dives deep into the personal and profound topic of why they continue to identify as Christians. Join the hosts as they share their unique journeys, discussing the challenges, doubts, and moments of clarity that have shaped their faith.

In this highly anticipated Part 2 of our special two-part series, we delve deeper into the powerful journey of faith and identity as we welcome our extraordinary guest, Jackie. As a Christian who is also LGBTQIA+, Jackie shares her personal experiences, challenges, and triumphs in finding harmony between her spirituality and her authentic self. Join us for an honest, enlightening, and heartwarming conversation as we continue to explore the intersection of faith and the LGBTQIA+ community in this inspiring episode. Check out updates to Jackie's music here https://www.plaiddogrecording.com/jacquia-johnson?fbclid=IwAR1qGcP5gt0etsrbGTgu9Flw_bUpWFj_S7yt3neP6Q10NEYRnIoQncL9Z2A_aem_AaipPNSXZsKa5bSEnm60vWfDQFiUJcNO8JjlMisPaUsT3uy2-HUh_dLuGpohjV7wvXc

In this heartfelt episode of “Joy on Tap,” we welcome a very special guest, Jackie, as she shares her deeply personal journey as a Christian who identifies as LGBTQIA+. Jackie opens up about the complexities of navigating her faith and her authentic self, discussing the challenges, triumphs, and the incredible joy she's found in embracing her true identity. Join us for an enlightening and inspiring conversation that explores the intersection of spirituality and diversity, as we uncover the profound sense of joy that can be found when embracing one's true self.

What do you expect from yourself? What do you expect from others? Have you ever considered the expectations you place on yourself or others could have a negative impact on your relationships? In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the intricate web of expectations that shape our lives. The crew explores how expectations influence our decisions, relationships, and mental well-being, and the impact of societal and self-imposed expectations on our sense of fulfillment. As always check out music from Midwest Goodbye and Michael Teller on all of your streaming platforms.

In today's episode, we'll dive deep into the concept of change, examining both its positive and negative aspects. Is change always for the better, or does it sometimes bring more harm than good? “The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.” - Alan Watts Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV): “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” Check out Midwest Goodbye and Michael Teller's music on all your streaming platforms!

This is a special one-off episode with Josh! Below is a link from Christianity Today about Earthquake relief in Turkey & Syria https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2023/february/earthquake-turkey-syria-christians-churches-prayer-relief.html

In today's episode, we discuss the fine line between a cult and a healthy church community.

In today's episode, we talk about freedom of speech, and yes, we talk about Kanye.

You've probably seen headlines recently about Christian nationalism, especially since December's Jericho March in Washington, DC, and since a mob of Trump supporters—many sporting Christian signs, slogans, or symbols—rioted and stormed the US Capitol building on January 6. What is Christian nationalism, and how is it different from Christianity? How is it different from patriotism? How should Christians think about nations, especially about the United States? If nationalism is bad, should we reject nationality and national loyalty altogether? Some helpful tools: 1. Unchristian America: Living With Faith in a Nation That Was Never Under God by Michael A. Babcock 2. Politics of the Cross, The: The Theology and Social Ethics of John Howard Yoder. 3. The Myth of a Christian Nation: How the Quest for Political Power Is Destroying the Church by Greg Boyd - Jesus for President: Politics for Ordinary Radicals By Shane Claiborne & Chris Haw. 4. Living on Hope While Living in Babylon: The Christian Anarchists of the Twentieth Century by Tripp York 5. After Christendom?: How the Church Is to Behave If Freedom, Justice, and a Christian Nation Are Bad Ideas by Stanley Hauerwas

In this episode, Jordan K finally joins the podcast, and we talk about the one church's boogeymen deconstruction. Where did the word come from? What does it mean, and why can it be helpful instead of harmful to our faith journey. Made Strong Ministries is having a Zombie Run Fundraiser! Sign up at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5k-zombie-fun-run-tickets-390531559407

Chris Lahr joins us again to discuss tribalism, licking tounges, and how love helps us see each other differently. A Top Ten List of Books that go along with the podcasts tonight: 1) My Grandmothers Hands by Resmaa Menakem 2) Mirror to the Church by Emmanual Katongole 3) Unclean by Richard Beck 4) No Common Ground: Confederate Monuments and the Ongoing Fight for Racial Justice by Karen Cox 5) Reparations by Duke Kwan 6) Unsettling Truths: The ongoing, dehumanizing legacy of the doctrine of discovery 7) Caste: The origins of our discontent by Isabel Wilkerson 8) Sundown towns: A Hidden Dimension of American racism by James Loewen 9) Everyday Ubuntu: Living Better Together, the African Way by Mungi Ngomane 10) Before the Dream: MLK's 1963 speech and civil rights struggles in Ft Wayne by Chris Elliott

In this episode, Josh, Angie, and Blake chop it up with our first guest Chris Lahr and talk about America's original sin of racism. Chris was born and raised in Indiana but spent twenty years living in inner-city Philadelphia before moving to Fort Wayne in 2019. Chris helped run a mentoring program called Timoteo (Spanish for Timothy) that used sports to mentor and disciple urban youth (www.timoteosports.org). Chris is passionate about seeing Jesus manifested to people at the street level and seeing youth step into leadership roles in their community. He is currently working on his Doctorate of Transformational Leadership with Bakke Graduate University. He has an MDiv from Asbury Theological Seminary and did his undergrad at Eastern University. Chris is the co-author of the book, Playing for the City, and has written several blogs for Red Letter Christian, Fig Tree Revolution, and the Spokane Favs websites. His blogs mainly deal with the issue of racism and what we can do to live a more just and equitable lifestyle. Chris' Blog (writings) http://amazon.com/author/chrislahr (Amazon Author Page) https://playingforthecity.wixsite.com/website (Chris' Book)

Angie shares her experiences... deconstructing her faith through serving people in the sex work community and discovering what following Jesus means to her.

Welcome friends to Joy on Tap! Grab your favorite drink and take a seat. If you want to know more about Made Strong, please swing over to https://www.madestrongfw.org