Advent is a season of waiting—a time of anticipation for the celebration of Christ’s birth and the fulfillment of God’s promises. In the midst of the busyness and brokenness of our world, Advent reminds us of a profound truth: Emmanuel, God with us, brings peace. Peace can feel elusive, especially in times of uncertainty and chaos. Our hearts long for …
I have this annoying tendency: I like to know how things are going to end. When my husband and I watch a movie or show based on a true story, I’m constantly looking up the real-life events—who did what, how did everything turn out, and where are they now? I’m always at risk of needing a “spoiler alert.” As we …
We continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and I listen to Chapter 7 of the audiobook and discuss it. In this chapter, Steph is released from the mental hospital but then made to jump through hoops to help other people feel secure or reassured. She tries to go on with life like nothing happened, …
We continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and I listen to Chapter 6 of the audiobook and discuss it. In this chapter, Steph remains in the mental hospital, more prisoner than patient. She’s told, again, to play the game and do things that will “add positively” to her case. But she experiences moments of …
September is Suicide Awareness Month. Veterinary professionals are significantly more likely to die by suicide than people working in other professions. Our special guest, Stephanie B., has been a vet professional for many years. She shares her insights about why individuals in this industry are susceptible to this tragic ending. Ratings and reviews are welcome, or you can leave a comment …
We continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and I listen to Chapter 4 of the audiobook and discuss it. Steph begins using Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) as a coping mechanism and, later, admits it to her mom. Her parents immediately help her find a psychologist. This is an honest conversation about everything from pretending to …
The typical “American Dream” is to work hard so you can play hard. Success means a family that looks a certain way, a home that looks a certain way, and a life that looks a certain way. And it’s all based on consumption. We buy more to feel more. But is there another way? What is YOUR dream, how has …
Our special guest for this episode is my long-time friend Katrina. Katrina served in the US Army from 1998 to 2014. She served in the US, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Korea. She shares with Steph and me what it was like to be in the Army and what it’s like now to be a female veteran. How does it feel for …
This is an honest conversation about what happens when we die. Who decides who goes to Hell? Do all Christians believe in Hell? Do I have all the answers about the afterlife since I am a pastor? (Spoiler alert: I do not.) Ratings and reviews are welcome, or you can leave a comment on the episode page at dospod.us. Click here to …
Sometimes it comes out as a whine. “But God, I’ve been waiting for so long.” On my worst days, I hear it coming out of me like a toddler-style tantrum, “But God, I just can’t do it!” In these “but God” prayers, my emphasis is in the wrong place. Instead of “but God,” I need to pivot to “but God.” From “but …