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In this episode of Real Life Loading..., Shelby Abbott and Gabe Mahalik explore the transformative power of spiritual neediness. Gabe shares insights from his recent youth camp, emphasizing the need for humility and genuine community. Discover why recognizing our own vulnerabilities and relying on one another is crucial for authentic faith and growth. Through reflections on personal growth, the role of community, and the pitfalls of cultural norms, this episode highlights the importance of support and accountability in our spiritual journeys. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

In this episode of Real Life Loading..., Shelby Abbott and Gabe Mahalik explore the transformative power of spiritual neediness. Gabe shares insights from his recent youth camp, emphasizing the need for humility and genuine community. Discover why recognizing our own vulnerabilities and relying on one another is crucial for authentic faith and growth. Through reflections on personal growth, the role of community, and the pitfalls of cultural norms, this episode highlights the importance of support and accountability in our spiritual journeys. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Join Shelby Abbott and Katie Highfield on Real Life Loading for honest advice on navigating relationships in your 20s. As Katie, a senior at Christopher Newport University and youth group leader, shares her experiences with dating, ghosting, and self-discovery, Shelby provides practical insights into building healthy connections. Whether you're in college, working, or exploring faith, this podcast offers real help and relatable stories to guide your relationship journey. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Join Shelby Abbott and Katie Highfield on Real Life Loading for honest advice on navigating relationships in your 20s. As Katie, a senior at Christopher Newport University and youth group leader, shares her experiences with dating, ghosting, and self-discovery, Shelby provides practical insights into building healthy connections. Whether you're in college, working, or exploring faith, this podcast offers real help and relatable stories to guide your relationship journey. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Josie Burdin shares her transformative journey from a toxic relationship to finding peace and growth in a Christ-centered relationship with Josiah. Emphasizing the importance of genuine communication and support, Josie reflects on her past struggles, how faith has brought her peace, and her current aspirations in physical therapy and faith-driven service. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Josie Burdin shares her transformative journey from a toxic relationship to finding peace and growth in a Christ-centered relationship with Josiah. Emphasizing the importance of genuine communication and support, Josie reflects on her past struggles, how faith has brought her peace, and her current aspirations in physical therapy and faith-driven service. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

God's working around people. So how can you convey, You gotta see this!? On FamilyLife Today, Dave and Ann Wilson host author Tim Muehlhoff, who helps you talk about an unmissable God.

Josie Burdin shares her challenging journey from a toxic relationship during her junior year to embracing Christianity. She discusses how her abusive relationship, marked by infidelity and emotional turmoil, led her to seek solace in prayer and the Bible. Through faith, counseling, and support from the Crew community at Old Dominion University, Josie found healing and strength. Her story highlights a transformative shift from despair to spiritual renewal, emphasizing the importance of community and self-worth. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Josie Burdin shares her challenging journey from a toxic relationship during her junior year to embracing Christianity. She discusses how her abusive relationship, marked by infidelity and emotional turmoil, led her to seek solace in prayer and the Bible. Through faith, counseling, and support from the Crew community at Old Dominion University, Josie found healing and strength. Her story highlights a transformative shift from despair to spiritual renewal, emphasizing the importance of community and self-worth. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Join Will Clock and Reagan Fillinger on Real Life Loading as they dive into the complexities of virginity, shame, and vulnerability in relationships. Discover how faith and forgiveness play a crucial role in overcoming guilt and embracing a transformative path to healing. Listen to their candid discussions on navigating these challenging topics with grace and understanding. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Join Will Clock and Reagan Fillinger on Real Life Loading as they dive into the complexities of virginity, shame, and vulnerability in relationships. Discover how faith and forgiveness play a crucial role in overcoming guilt and embracing a transformative path to healing. Listen to their candid discussions on navigating these challenging topics with grace and understanding. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Author Don Everts knows what it's like to feel disconnected in your own neighborhood. But he also knows why community is critically important.

How do you filter the noise from secular culture and purity culture...to hear what Jesus actually asks of us? Listen as Will Clock and Reagan Fillinger join Shelby Abbott to discuss! Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

How do you filter the noise from secular culture and purity culture...to hear what Jesus actually asks of us? Listen as Will Clock & Reagan Fillinger join Shelby Abbott to discuss! Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Your authentic self: Who is it? How do you get there? Join host Shelby Abott and Kenny Lynch for a discussion on social media, fame, authenticity, and true success. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Your authentic self: Who is it? How do you get there? Join host Shelby Abott and Kenny Lynch for a discussion on social media, fame, authenticity, and true success. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Positive deviance: Got what it takes to differ from social norms in the best ways possible? In this episode, Shelby Abbott gets real about what you need to swim against the tide for the dating relationships you crave. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels.

Positive deviance: Got what it takes to differ from social norms in the best ways possible? In this episode, Shelby Abbott gets real about what you need to swim against the tide for the dating relationships you crave. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

What's your best long-distance relationship advice? Have you ever been in a ldr? Listen in as Shelby Abbott and rising WVU freshman, Evan Byerley, discuss Christian dating, relationships, and thinking about the future. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels.

What's your best long-distance relationship advice? Have you ever been in a ldr? Listen in as Shelby Abbott and rising WVU freshman, Evan Byerley, discuss Christian dating, relationships, and thinking about the future. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Navigating your spiritual life? Your love life? Shelby Abbott's been there. Listen as Shelby's interviewed by Gloria Okyere in this special RLL. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Navigating your spiritual life? Your love life? Shelby Abbott's been there. Listen as Shelby's interviewed by Gloria Okyere in this special RLL. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

To swipe right or left? You know it's top of mind. Christian dating is complex! Listen in as Will Clock and Reagan Fillinger discuss. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

To swipe right or left? You know it's top of mind. Christian dating is complex! Listen in as Will Clock and Reagan Fillinger discuss. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels.   See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Wanting to get that first date just right? Will Clock and Reagan Fillinger chat with Shelby about what makes an ideal first date and pitfalls to avoid. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Wanting to get that first date just right? Will Clock and Reagan Fillinger chat with Shelby about what makes an ideal first date and pitfalls to avoid. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Feeling lost? Frustrated trying to have fun and find purpose? Andrew Peterson shares how he found God and blended creativity with Christianity. If you're seeking purpose and how to figure out what God wants for you and your life, Andrew says, "Just go outside and play." Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels.

Feeling lost? Frustrated trying to have fun and find purpose? Andrew Peterson shares how he found God and blended creativity with Christianity. If you're seeking purpose and how to figure out what God wants for you and your life, Andrew says, "Just go outside and play." Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels.   See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

When author and musical artist Andrew Peterson dropped to one knee, he confronted more than just nerves—he faced the weight finding peace in trusting God's plan. If you're wondering what it was like to get married young, Andrew's got helpful thoughts. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

When author and musical artist Andrew Peterson dropped to one knee, he confronted more than just nerves—he faced the weight finding peace in trusting God's plan. If you're wondering what it was like to get married young, Andrew's got helpful thoughts. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels.   See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Ever feel like you have to be super original all the time, especially on social media? Join Jesse Fury as he talks about whether it's better to be yourself or copy someone else. If you're tired of trying to constantly be original, this will help. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Ever feel like you have to be super original all the time, especially on social media? Join Jesse Fury as he talks about whether it's better to be yourself or copy someone else. If you're tired of trying to constantly be original, this will help. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Worried about sharing your faith? Pastor Jesse Furey, from the Gospel Underground podcast, reveals insights into Bonhoeffer Haus's mission, engaging neighbors and mentoring future church leaders. Drawing from his own journey through infertility, Jesse talks about silent suffering. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Worried about sharing your faith? Pastor Jesse Furey, from the Gospel Underground podcast, reveals insights into Bonhoeffer Haus's mission, engaging neighbors and mentoring future church leaders. Drawing from his own journey through infertility, Jesse talks about silent suffering. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

Ever wonder about what God wants for your life—how to know God's will? Feeling lost or anxious about what's next? Shelby Abbott shares rock-solid wisdom to navigate uncertainties, find direction in work, school, and missions. Whether you're picking a career, sorting out relationships, choosing a major, eyeing mission work, or just facing big changes, Shelby offers guidance to help you discern God's will and steer through life to find real purpose. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Ever wonder about what God wants for your life—how to know God's will? Feeling lost or anxious about what's next? Shelby Abbott shares rock-solid wisdom to navigate uncertainties, find direction in work, school, and missions. Whether you're picking a career, sorting out relationships, choosing a major, eyeing mission work, or just facing big changes, Shelby offers guidance to help you discern God's will and steer through life to find real purpose. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife's Privacy Policy

How do I navigate knowing if God actually wants me to push past roadblocks or if I'm supposed to step back and submit to the limitations in front of me? Author Sara Hagerty talks about how to confront pain, embrace limitations, and carve a path through grief and messy emotions. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Life ever feel just... too much? Assignments keep stacking, bills keep rolling in, and schedules are packed with tons of stuff to do. Well, author Sara Hagerty gets it. She's got encouragement for all those tense moments when we're wondering what's next. Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels.

Ever wonder if God's really listening? (Like, at all?) Can we actually hear His voice? The newly-married Axel Uri talks about how to hear God's voice, learning from screw-ups, and getting solid advice when making decisions. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle school, work, and simple sanity? Meet Grace Osborne as she opens up about her life as a college student, her student teaching experience, and her struggles with OCD. Could you also break free from the never-ending anxiety cycle? Show Notes and Resources You can find us  here on our social channels.

Feeling stressed out lately? Ever catch yourself scrolling and comparing your life to everyone else? Maybe you're sweating over grades or worrying about the future. Rechab Gray and Demetrius Hicks are flipping through the pages of Philippians to find some ways on how to live a life where joy takes center stage, even when things feel uncertain and overwhelming. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

If you could talk to your older self, what would you ask? Well, what if you could...kinda? Do you really need a mentor or does googling advice do the trick? Rechab Gray and Demetrius Hicks discuss how having a mentor can be super impactful in your faith journey. Plus, they talk about NFL teams, players, and why Black History Month matters. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Ever felt that heavy weight of expectations crushing down on you, just desperate to prove yourself to everyone? You're pouring out all your energy into one thing, but deep down, there's that nagging fear of failing. David Robbins has been right there in the trenches, battling that constant need to prove himself. Yet, he found a way to finally ease up on all that pressure and noise around him. He weighs in on where to find relief from the pressure. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.

Ever been in that headspace where you're like, "Who am I?" You're lost and lonely, not knowing where to begin to find yourself. Will Clock sensed this as he was struggling dealing with health issues like multiple broken bones and concussions, with identity issues on the side. Tune in for how he kept his faith through the mess—and found out who he was in the middle of it. Show Notes and Resources You can find us here on our social channels.