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The weekly podcast from Alyn & A.J. Jones, pastors and leaders at Grace Center, Franklin, TN.

Alyn & AJ Jones


    • Feb 26, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 40m AVG DURATION
    • 308 EPISODES

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    The Keeping Up With The Joneses podcast is a truly fantastic show that I highly recommend to anyone. Alyn and AJ have created something truly special with this podcast, and it has quickly become one of my favorites. Their unique combination of wisdom, humor, and genuine authenticity make each episode a joy to listen to. From the very first episode to the latest release, they consistently deliver insightful teachings that are both practical and impactful. I am grateful for their willingness to share their own personal experiences and lessons, as it adds an extra layer of relatability to the show.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the way Alyn and AJ are able to blend deep spiritual truths with lighthearted banter. They have a natural chemistry and play off each other effortlessly, making for an entertaining listening experience. Additionally, their guests bring a wealth of knowledge and add even more depth to the conversations. Whether they are discussing relationships, faith, or personal growth, every topic is approached with compassion and understanding.

    While there are many positives to The Keeping Up With The Joneses podcast, there are not many negatives that come to mind. One minor drawback could be that sometimes the episodes can run a bit long. However, this is a small issue compared to the overall quality of the content. It's easy to get lost in their discussions and not realize how much time has passed.

    In conclusion, The Keeping Up With The Joneses podcast is truly a gem worth discovering. Alyn and AJ have created something special with this show - a perfect blend of wisdom, humor, and genuine authenticity that consistently delivers powerful teachings. Whether you're looking for guidance in your faith journey or simply want some inspiration for daily life, this podcast has something for everyone. I highly recommend giving it a listen - you won't be disappointed!



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    306: A Church Called Goodly

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 32:07


    We're getting ready to open our church. Here's a little bit of the behind-the-scenes conversation about Goodly and what we hope it becomes.SHOW NOTES:Episode 300The name 'Goodly'Nerd details about our logoMark 2.1-12What Goodly is aboutGoodly websiteGoodly on InstagramGoodly on X

    305: The Importance of Hearing God's Voice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 41:45


    Hearing God's voice is not some far off distant mystical thing reserved only for the super spiritual that takes years of fasting to accomplish. It's available to everyone who knows Jesus and is vital for daily living. On this week's episode we look at the voice of God in King David's life. Plus a listener's question on the presence of God.SHOW NOTES:Catch the Fire, TorontoJohn & Carol ArnottTuroGran Turismo 7Beat Saber1 Samuel 23Kris Vallotton on Bridge BuildersMark Virkler's keys to hearing God's voiceJohn 10.27Hebrews 5.14John 12.49-50Hebrews 4.16Episode 18Finding Father Video CoursePsalm 139.7Psalm 51.11Exodus 33.14-15Ask us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    304: Little Dreams, Big Answers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 56:11


    God is the kindest person you will ever meet in your life. He's so good, that he answers even the smallest of prayers - the ones that are so small you might be forgiven for thinking they don't even count as thoughts let alone prayers. If that sounds too good to be true, we've got a bunch of stories from the Bible, our own life and even give you a 5 step process to partnering with the goodness of God.SHOW NOTES:Luke 1.13Luke 1.45Psalm 145.16CHiPsDougie Howser, M.D.Whizz KidsLuke 1.6Luke 1.48Ask us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    303: Stop Doing satan's Work for him (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 39:08


    Part 2 and a follow-up from last week's episode. This week we are looking at the topic of slandering God; how we do it and how to stop it. Plus a listener's question about caring for the parts of your heart that feel overwhelmed.SHOW NOTES:Edleys BBQMartin's BBQDifference between Crème Brûlée and Pot de CrèmeRestoring the FoundationsEzekiel 28.16Genesis 3.1Numbers 13-14Proverbs 18.21Psalm 19.14Philippians 4.8Proverbs 15.4Chip Dodd - the feelings doctorAsk us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

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    302: Stop Doing satan's Work for him (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 37:49


    Who would do that, right? Well it turns out, it happens more often than we'd all like to admit. On this week's episode we explore what it is we do that causes so much trouble in our relationships and confirm that Alyn still can't do math.SHOW NOTES:Frida snot suckerFed Up Being FatWWDC 2023Ezekiel 28.16Leviticus 19.16Ezekiel 22.9Proverbs 18.8, 26.22Proverbs 18.21Revelation 12.10The Secrets of Hillsong DocumentaryThe Rise and Fall of Mars HillJames 3.8-10Proverbs 15.4Psalm 50.19Proverbs 26.28Ask us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

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    301: Fed Up Being Fat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 58:18


    How many of us have a thing in life we know we could do differently, but the gap between doing that thing differently is covered with landmines of more appealing, but less wise choices? Yeah us too. This week we explore a manifestation of that dynamic as Alyn is fed up being fat.SHOW NOTES:AJ's Etsy storeCoaching and group work with Alyn & AJThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom1 Corinthians 11.1The Cheesecake FactoryProverbs 27.12What is Keto?BECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    300: We're Starting a Church*

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 37:15


    It's true. We're starting a church*. Here's the story of how that came to be and how you can be a part of it. (We also explain that little * too.)SHOW NOTES:Episode 288: How to Make Big Life-Changing DecisionsProverbs 11.14Luke 12.32Episode 298: What Men Do With Their FeelingsCoaching with Alyn and AJGroup process workMore about the churchBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    299: Old Friends and Holy Spirit Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 71:32


    Friends are a gift from God. And there's no better gift than this week's guest Glenn Carter. For almost 30 years Glenn and Alyn have been close friends. Despite changes in life, vocation and location somehow they've kept up their friendship. On this week's episode they talk about the secret to longevity in relationships, exploring an underground nuclear bunker and how the Holy Spirit healed Glenn's marriage.SHOW NOTES:Patricia KingCarol ArnottTeslaThe Super Mario Bros. MovieThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the KingdomAs Good As it GetsThe original iPodThe underground nuclear bunkerYou can still buy straight-jackets!Glenn's books:Operation SabreMission MidnightBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    298: What Men Do With Their Feelings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 76:50 Transcription Available


    Many a sitcom has been written about men and their relationship with feelings. Stereotypes abound at both end of the emotional spectrum. This week Alyn sits down with some members of a feelings process group he leads, to talk about what it's like to be men with feelings and what they do with them. SHOW NOTES:Catch the Fire TorontoCatch the Fire Toronto School of MinistryJohn and Carol ArnottMojo's TacosSage HillJoin a group!Personalized coaching with Alyn & AJAsk us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    297: How to Have More Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 38:39 Transcription Available


    Faith is essential but what do you do when you feel like you've run out of it? What do you do when God is asking you to move forward, but you're scared? On this week's episode we talk about five simple ways to grow your faith in God.SHOW NOTES:Coaching with Alyn & AJRomans 10.171 Timothy 6.20-212 Timothy 2.13Proverbs 14.71 Timothy 1.18Psalm 37.7Isaiah 40Ask us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    Bonus: So, We Adopted a Baby!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 14:47 Transcription Available


    Less of an episode, more of an update - what a crazy seven days it has been! Thank you for all of your love, support and encouragement. It's wild to say... but we adopted a baby!

    296: The Paradox of Christian Living

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 65:20 Transcription Available


    Not sure where to even begin with this episode! Hilariously outdated moments after recording, this episode attempts to chronicle last week while we couldn't have understood what was coming this week. On this episode we talk about the importance of process, the beauty of community and why sometime you just have to do things scared. We'll add the show notes later, listen to the episode to find out why!SHOW NOTES:Exodus 3.10-12David counts his menSad beige memesGive to our adoption fundAsk us a questionFollow us on social mediaBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    295: A Lot Can Happen in a Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 31:58 Transcription Available


    Goodness gracious. We've had a crazy week in the Jones household and it's been quite the rollercoaster! How crazy you ask? Well we're adopting a baby in three weeks - and that's not even the crazy bit! Come aboard and we'll tell you all about it. This is a different episode than normal, but it's one of our favorites so far.

    294: A Blueprint for Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 65:54 Transcription Available


    We're all looking for a way forward in life. A quick browse through social media and you'll find plenty of people offering to help you navigate to the top and crush the competition. On this week's episode, AJ offers ancient wisdom found in Psalm 23. If you've been looking for a blueprint for life, check out this episode.SHOW NOTES:Sarah ParsonsIsaac FowlerLorrie FowlerThe WirecutterOur adoption storyPsalm 23BECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    293: Angels

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 82:07 Transcription Available


    The Bible records many accounts of angels interacting with people in both the old and new testaments - so where are they now? On this week's episode we talk about what angels do, how they help us and share some of our stories of our interactions with the angelic over the years. Plus we answer a listener's question about mental health and christian culture. Good times!SHOW NOTES:Sony PS VR2Call of the MountainAJ's etsy storeJesus RevolutionGleaming the CubeSneakersThe 1970 Asbury College Revival documentaryGiraffes hitting each otherWilliam BranhamMental Health First AidCPR from The OfficeDr Grant MullenBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    292: Reflections on Asbury

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 68:32 Transcription Available


    We went to Asbury. On this episode we share our reflections from our time there. That and AJ gets her first speeding ticket in America, we hangout with John and Carol Arnott for 48 hours, the guinea pigs have a mani/pedi and we answer a question from a listener that goes something like, “How do you not retaliate when people say unkind and untruthful things about you?”SHOW NOTES:John & Carol ArnottIHOPFavorite tweets on Asbury- Amanda Held Opelt- Shane Pruitt- Preacher tweetPreparation to minister at AsburyAsbury statementAsk us a questionSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, InstagramBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discountson all our products (including our recently announced Finding Father spring school), gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    291: Something something revival

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 54:32 Transcription Available


    With the news of the outpouring at Asbury hitting main stream and social media and with pockets of revival breaking out across the globe, it seems everyone has an opinion on what is and isn't revival. On this episode we offer six things we've learned from being in situations where the Holy Spirit breaks out to help you navigate through the noise of opinion and seek the Lord with clarity. Plus Alyn has an artificial intelligence crisis and we answer a listener's question about why sometimes things aren't as easy as we'd like them to be when we pray for breakthrough.SHOW NOTES:Legacy School of MinistryChatGPT❤️

    290: Using Your Past to Pioneer Your Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 59:06


    Let's face facts: it can be scary to face a new challenge. God gave us something brilliant to help us face those challenges with faith and it's called our history with Him. In this episode we talk about the power of our testimony to move us out of feeling stuck and fearful and into a strong confident yes. Plus a listener's question about the conflict between gifting and character.SHOW NOTES:AJ's pour painting Instagram accountFinding Father Spring School1 Samuel 17.32-37Hebrews 13.17Ask us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discountson all our products (including our recently announced Finding Father spring school), gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    289: How to Deal with Anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 57:44


    Anxiety sucks. But it's such a part of life that Jesus instructed his followers on ways to deal with it. On this episode we talk about anxiety from a spiritual, emotional and neurobiological perspective and then offer six different approaches to dealing with it.SHOW NOTES:Finding Father Spring SchoolLateral eye movements with Dr. Andrew HubermanDr. Chip Dodd2 Timothy 1.7Psalm 55.221 Peter 5.7Philippians 4.6Ask us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discountson all our products (including our recently announced Finding Father spring school), gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    288: How to Make Big Life-Changing Decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 44:50


    Welcome to 2023! We're back after a proper sabbatical and this week we're talking about how we make big life-changing decisions together, we recap our Christmas and New Year and answer a listener's question about spiritual abuse. Plus we launch the Finding Father Spring School. Lots to dig into… we're excited to be back!SHOW NOTES:Psalm 35.13Previous episode on fastingProverbs 16.1-5Previous episode on hearing God's voice2 Samuel 7Deuteronomy 19.15Previous episode with Ben JacksonFinding Father Spring SchoolWhen Narcissism Comes to Church by Chuck DeGroatThe Lord is my Courage by KJ RamseyAsk us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products (including our recently announced Finding Father spring school), gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    287: Transition

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 29:24


    A lot has happened since our last episode! The big news is that we're no longer on staff at Grace Center and as you might imagine that news comes with a bunch of feelings! On this episode we unpack a little bit about how we're doing and answer the five most frequently asked questions that have come our way since the news broke.SHOW NOTES:Episode 248 - Disney World ReviewRemy's Rattitoue AdventureGuardians of the Galaxy Cosmic RewindSpace 2020 RestaurantBlack Panther Wakanda ForeverJeff's announcement of us leavingJeff's announcement about SOSL closingOur farewell service at Grace CenterWhat do you want us to talk about? Finding Father back in stockBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

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    286: Sabbatical

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 20:43


    This episode is a weird one. Not least because AJ has lost her voice, but also because we announce an unplanned sabbatical! On this episode we talk about what we hope to do, how long we're on sabbatical for and a little of the why behind asking for a sabbatical and what that means for the podcast.SHOW NOTES:White Sands National ParkThe Taj MahalThe Hanging Gardens of BabylonGrand Canyon National ParkArches National ParkThe White HouseMount Rushmore National ParkDisney RV ParkRV - (Robin Williams movie)Gas Tax holiday

    285: Special Guest Stephen James

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 69:07


    Stephen James is the founder and executive director of Sage Hill Counseling and the creator and CEO of The Leadership Lab. But he's also a generous man, a brilliant thinker, someone who tells the truth and is fiercely curious - even when those things may get him into trouble. Which means he's a perfect guest for our show. This week we unpack things like hope and grief, stress, addiction, trauma and the human experience of feeling stuck.SHOW NOTES:Chip DoddThe Voice of the HeartThe Feelings DoctorDan AllenderSage Hill CounselingThe Leadership LabSage Hill PodcastStephen James on AmazonBooks- Hope in the Age of Addiction- Parenting with Heart- Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys- How to Hit a Curveball, Grill the Perfect Steak, and Become a Real ManStephen on TwitterStephen on InstagramEvenings at Sage HillBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    284: Special Guest Shannon McLaird

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 56:19


    Our dear friend and SOSL Pastor, Shannon McLaird joins us this week to share her testimony of escaping her childhood trauma when she met Jesus and healthy community. This episode is marked explicit because of the subject matter of sexual abuse and we've marked certain chapters of the episode with warnings if this topic may cause secondary trauma. Shanon's story ends well and will be a huge encouragement for everyone, no matter your background.SHOW NOTES:RT KendallDeer Run CampsJohn and Carol ArnottMatt and Shannon video linkConnect with Shannon or MattMembershipBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    283: Special Guest Matt Croushorn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 57:01


    Matt is a pastor, worship leader, husband, dad and around super chill, super wise fellow. This week we invited him on to share his story of how he found Grace Center, did the school and became a pastor. We love him and are pretty sure you will too.SHOW NOTES:AJ teaching the Father HeartPorsche BoxsterMatt on InstagramMatt on TwitterSchool of Supernatural LifeBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

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    282: Speaking in Tongues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 41:43


    Let's face it, speaking in tongues is kinda weird. Especially if you didn't grow up with it (like us!) On this episode we talk about what it is, where it's found in the Bible and five benefits from speaking in tongues. Let us know what you think!SHOW NOTES:tickcheck.comBar TacoTop Gun MaverickActs 2.2-121 Corinthians 14.1-5Romans 8.26-27Ephesians 6.18Jude 20Acts 4.31Glory by Jessie EarlyThe Hidden Power of Prayer and FastingPastor Surprise episodeBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    281: The Baptism of the Holy Spirit

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 41:44


    For something so biblical, there sure is a lot of confusion over this topic. This week we are talking about the baptism of the Holy Spirit: what it is and how you get it! Next week, tongues!SHOW NOTES:tickcheck.comTeslaMatthew 3.11Mark 1.8Luke 3.16John 1.33 John 3.5-7Luke 1.35Matthew 3.16John 20.19Acts 2.1-13Acts 8.14-17Luke 11.11Soaking SOSLBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    280: More Life Lessons from Landscaping

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 33:47


    We're back with more tales from yard work. Gardening is one sermon illustration after another and in this week's episode we learn things about maturity, community and going tech free for a day.SHOW NOTES:more-than-enough courseSchool of Supernatural LifeBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    279: Life Lessons from Landscaping

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 49:40


    We've officially peaked as a middle aged suburban couple. With one weekend of landscaping under our belt and with limbs that barely work, we sit down to reflect on the life lessons we learned from doing something we have no clue if we are doing right.SHOW NOTES:SOSLLandscaping for DummiesRedeeming HeartacheSkip laurelsJordan Petersonr/landscapingr/lawncareBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    278: Baptism

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 40:46


    It's the pollen-apocalypse here in TN and our AC broke. Never the less, we sniff ourselves through this week's episode talking about the importance of baptism and what it means.SHOW NOTES:AJ's baptism message at Grace CenterWant to get baptized?Ask us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    277: Wisdom (with David Campbell)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 58:24


    David Campbell returns to the show (previous episodes 99 and 210) and drops some of the most practical wisdom you'll hear this week. David is a leader of leaders and pastor of pastors who has responsibility for nearly 150 churches in the UK. On this episode he shares wisdom on problem solving, identity, truth, spiritual warfare and forgiveness.SHOW NOTES:Nashville Severe WeatherMore-than-enough courseJohn and Carol ArnottJeff DollarGrace CenterDavid speaking at first serviceDavid speaking at second serviceSchool of Supernatural LifeAdoption updateAsk us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    276: The Slap

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 31:54


    We don't really do current affairs commentary. But there was something about that slap that's a teachable moment for us all. Also the more-than-enough course is now live! Live with more money, less stress and greater financial security by enrolling in the class before April 18.SHOW NOTES:The more-than-enough courseDenzel on Will (before the ceremony)Denzel and TD JakesBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    275: Why Procrastination Slows Your Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 53:15


    Procrastination is a beast. In this episode we talk about all the subtle ways we welcome procrastination into our lives and examine some of the cost those decisions make. Plus we go to Noah's Ark, binge on snacks and have a road trip playlist ready for you to listen to.SHOW NOTES:The Olive GardenRIP The Little ChefThe Jones Road Trip PlaylistThe Creation MuseumThe Ark EncounterWSJ Interview with Stephen ColbertThe Subtle Way to Waste Your Life: Confessions of a Sophisticated SlothProverbs 26.13Proverbs 19.24Proverbs 24.33-34Song of Songs 2.15Proverbs 18.9Kirby and the Forgotten LandNoomProverbs 13.12BECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    274: Navigating Seasons of Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 40:26


    Change is an essential part of life but it's often hard! Sometimes change is a costly process because we're not really aligned with what God is doing. This week we talk about three things God looks for during seasons of change which we've found super helpful. We leave you with some questions to consider which may help you understand what God's doing in your life in this season.SHOW NOTES:Alyn's teaching on the prophetic from emanatePsalm 145.16Ecclesiastes 3.11James 1.8Ask yourself these three questions:1. What is your heart longing for?2. What is coming up in this past season that feels like an old thing being revisited?3. In what ways are your circumstances conspiring against you? Could it be the Lord moving you out of an old season into something new?Ask us a questionMore-than-enough finance courseBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    273: Loving Your Limitations

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 44:58


    We used to despise our limitations. Limitations were for losers, after all we can do all things through Christ! But we've since learned to love our limitations as they point to areas where we need self care. In this week's episode we discuss five things to help you love your limitations and answer a listener's question about tithing as a business owner.SHOW NOTES:Anonymous social media quote: “True self-care is not salt baths and chocolate cake. It is making the choice to build a life you don't need to regularly escape from.”Matthew 7.3-5Ask yourself these three questions:1. What are the things that cost you the most?2. What are the things that you can do but you can outsource?3. What are the things you love?Dann FarrellyAlyn's nemesisThe more-than-enough courseBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    272: Seasons of Transition (with Ben Jackson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 60:51


    Oh boy. Transition can be exciting, but also terrifying! Stepping out into something new is full of intense feelings. On this week's episode we are joined by Ben Jackson. Ben, and his wife, Sarah have just quit their job, sold their house in Canada, packed all their belongings in a shipping container and are moving to England. Why? Because God invited them to. What will they be doing? God hasn't told them that part yet. As you listen to their story, we bet you'll find parts of your story in theirs.SHOW NOTES:Perry's SteakhouseOur adoption storyBen's InstagramSarah's InstagramMore-than-enough courseAsk us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    271: The Blessed Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 39:41


    Last week's episode was all about tithing. This week is all about generosity and what happens when you give away things into God's economy. Some pretty cool testimonies on this episode. Oh and we venture out the movie theatre and find a new video game.SHOW NOTES:West Side StorySpider Man No Way HomeImmortals Fenyx RisingThe Blessed LifePart 1 of Alyn's message on blessingPart 2 of Alyn's message on blessingPart 3 of Alyn's message on blessingPart 4 of Alyn's message on blessingMalachi 3.8Paul CainThe more-than-enough courseBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    270: The Truth About Tithing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 38:25


    There's so much misunderstanding about tithing in the church today. Even churches that teach tithing only tend to teach one truth about tithing. On this week's episode, we talk about some watershed moments related to tithing that changed our relationship with money. Plus a bonus question from a listener who wants to know what if only one of you (in a marriage) wants to tithe.SHOW NOTES:Our adoption newsletterHelp us adopt a babyAlyn's second message on blessingAlyn's third message on blessingMalachi 3.10Proverbs 3.9The Blessed LifeThe more-than-enough courseBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    269: Money Money Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 54:06


    Why is it that money seems to be such an uncomfortable topic for so many Christians? On this week's episode we talk about how we learned about money from our families and how we learned about money from the church. All of that plus some listeners' questions about soaking and Finding Father courses.SHOW NOTES:Sous VideDavid WagnerPsalm 65.11Alyn's sermon on money (part 1)Ask us a questionThe more-than-enough courseBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    268: What To Do In The Waiting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 46:55


    We'll all spend time waiting on something in life. One of God's favored tools for character development is delay. So just how do we care for ourselves while waiting? AJ shares some of her recent thoughts on this topic. Plus a listener's question on how to warn your kids about the dangers of pornography.SHOW NOTES:The more-than-enough courseLife Languages1 Timothy 1.18BECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    267: What MLK Means To Me (with Remington Holt)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 54:25


    Today is Martin Luther King Jr. day. Honestly, we were largely ignorant of most US holidays when we moved here, but this year we want to get better at it. So we invited our friend Remington to come on the show and talk about what Dr. King meant to him and how best we can honor the Doctor on this day.SHOW NOTES:Tamir RiceTreyvon MartinGeorge FloydRemington on InstagramTake A Seat: Race TalksRemington's websiteRemington's question, “How does the way I show up, impact you in a way that I might not be aware of?”Alyn's new more-than-enough courseBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    266: New Year, New Direction

    Play Episode Play 29 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 45:41


    It's a new year and one of our listeners wants to find God! On this episode we help someone who is hungry for Christ find their next steps and answer their (excellent!) questions. Whether you are searching or not, you're going to find something of encouragement in this week's episode. Happy New Year y'all!SHOW NOTES:Throw Throw AvocadoEeroApple Fitness+The Alpha CourseOnline Alpha CourseThe Bible ProjectYouVersion Bible AppSuggested Reading plans- The Bible Project Luke & Acts- The Bible Project Introduction to the Christian Faith- Meet JesusThe Purpose Driven Life by Rick WarrenGood Morning Holy Spirit by Benny HinnOur adoption storyAsk us a questionBecome a memberBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    265: The Christmas Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 45:10


    It's the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas time is a favorite time of ours. On this week's episode we talk about our most potent childhood memories of Christmas, the family traditions we've brought forward and the ones we've left behind. If you're looking for an an episode to get you in the Christmas spirit, look no further! And when the time comes, merry Christmas!SHOW NOTES:Grace Center membershipTourtièreThrow Throw BurritoThrow Throw AvocadoInvergowrieBroughty FerrySuggest a topic for the podcastBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    264: Five Things We Didn't Know About Inner Healing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 69:01


    Inner healing is just a fancy name for the work the Holy Spirit does to conform us into the likeness of Christ and yet in some parts of the church it's greatly misunderstood. This week we share five things we didn't know as we stepped into more and more understanding. That and a Christmas miracle(?) is afoot in the Jones household.SHOW NOTESLifesong for OrphansOur adoption storyTim Tebow FoundationThe KylstrasThe Transformation of the Inner Man (updated edition here)A Comprehensive Guide to Deliverance and Inner HealingBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    263: Five Things We Didn't Know About Living in the South

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 51:47


    We live in Franklin, TN. Which means it's cowboy hats, big trucks, sweet tea, fishin', huntin' and football. Now we don't know much about any of those things, but here's what surprised us about live in the South.SHOW NOTES:Home Sweet Home AloneMixing up your booster shotsSwerveThe Master and His Emissary by Iain McGilchristPimento cheeseIrn BruBiscuits and gravyRich TeaDigestive BiscuitThe Country BoyTupelo HoneyPokémonThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the WildBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    262: Five Things We Didn't Know About Therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 66:27


    We've been on a journey toward the transformation of the inner man. Having started with a paradigm of inner healing and deliverance the last few years we've explored therapy individually and in groups. Here's five things we didn't know about therapy that we do now!SHOW NOTES:“God's Will Can't Be Stopped, But It Can Be Missed”No Time To DieShang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten RingsAdoption page GoFundMeMarc DuPontCookie PressSage Hill TrainingThe Voice of the HeartFinding FatherThe Finding Father Video CourseBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    261: Five Things I Didn't Know About Dream Interpretation (with Sarah Jackson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 41:07


    This week our friend Sarah Jackson joins us from Toronto to share with us five things she didn't know about dream interpretation. As a bonus, if you're one of those people who are like, “I never have dreams” Sarah prays for our listeners to start having dreams and being given keys to interpret them too.SHOW NOTES:About SarahSarah's previous episode on revival (bonus with her husband, Ben!)Sarah's previous episode on dream interpretationAsk us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    260: We're Adopting!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 57:46


    This week's episode is a fun one! Many years in the making and several months in the planning and we're so excited to finally share our story! Join us on our journey to adoption as we share how we ended up making a decision like this at this stage of our life!!SHOW NOTES:Toronto is the most multicultural city in the worldLife Languages - Part 1 and Part 2David Wagner - Episode 86 and 243Dave Ramsey's financial peace universitySign up for our adoption newsletter Donate to our adoption fundBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    259: Five Things I Didn't Know About Healing (with Steve Long)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 66:54


    Steve Long is one of our favorite people. He's been one of the most consistent leaders we've ever known and he's not only a great practitioner of healing, he's a great a teacher of healing. On this week's episode he shares five things he didn't know about healing and then prays for healing at the end of this episode. Enjoy!SHOW NOTES:Grace CenterSOSLRibenaHeaven DeclaresBishop Joseph GarlingtonLeif HetlandSteve LongMatthew 8.1-3Matthew 6.9-13Revelation 21.4Acts 3.12Acts 11Matthew 4.23Matthew 9.22CapernaumActs 7.38Toad Suck, ARMatthew 8.5-13BECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    258: Five Things We Didn't Know About Ministry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 45:27


    It's funny what you learn over time. Here's five things we didn't know about ministry.SHOW NOTES:New MacBook ProsJohn and Carol ArnottCatch the Fire TorontoHearing God's voice episodes 18 and 24Ask us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

    257: Five Things We Didn't Know About Having Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 42:03


    Being a parent is a wild adventure and precious little can prepare you for it. As we reflect on raising our kids, we've come up with five things we didn't know about having kids. AJ's #5 might freak you out, but let's face it, this is the magic you listen for.SHOW NOTES:Virgil's Root BeerOutdoorsy.comBluetooth controllable firepitSonos MoveMetroid DreadOri and the Blind ForestOri and the Will of the WispsThe Boundaries AcademyThe Boundaries Master ClassJamie GallowayGraham CookeChip JuddChip DoddBabywiseAsk us a questionBECOME A MEMBERMembership comes with rewards. Get discounts on all our products, gain exclusive access to our video podcast, connect via private message and more. Join today.

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