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Not Crushing It

by Isaac and Emily

The Not Crushing It Podcast explores faith with less hype, more hope, and a whole lot of honesty. Hosts Isaac and Emily dive into the beauty and complexity of following Jesus through personal stories, scripture, and chats with friends—ending each episode with worship. A little silly and a little serious, they remind listeners that all is sacred. For anyone seeking a grounded faith without the pressure to have it all together, this podcast is for you. New episodes release biweekly—subscribe and join the blessed community of the not crushing it.

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Episodes

  1. Ep.18 | Be Still My Might | Part 4

    In Part 4 of the “How to Be Still” series, Emily and Isaac explore the spiritual surrender at the heart of Zechariah 4:6: “Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit,” says the Lord Almighty. Through the story of Zerubbabel and the rebuilding of the temple, this episode examines the tension...

  2. Ep. 17 | Be Still My Mouth | Part 3

    In Part 3 of our How to Be Still mini-series, we explore one of the hardest parts of stillness: our words.What does it mean to practice “Be Still My Mouth” in a world that rewards constant commentary, venting, reacting, and noise? Together, we unpack the biblical connection between stillness and...

  3. Ep. 16 | Be Still My Mind | Part 2

    In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, Isaac and Emily Gay begin a 3-part series on learning to “be still and know that He is God,” starting with the phrase "be still my mind." In this episode they unpack how worry often shapes our thoughts and behaviors. Together, they explore practical...

  4. Ep. 15 | Be Still Intro | Part 1

    In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay explore what it really means to “be still.”Through personal story, biblical context, and honest reflection, Emily opens up about a moment when her body forced her to slow down—and how that physical stillness exposed a…

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  5. Ep. 14 | LIVE from the Spark Conference | Moses & the Burning Bush

    Filmed LIVE at The Chapel during the Spark Conference—a young adult gathering— hosts Isaac and Emily Gay explore the powerful story of Moses and the burning bush. Together, they unpack the truth that in the wilderness, God prunes us and prepares us so that we can become carriers of His presence....

  6. Ep. 13 | Valentine's Day Special

    In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay explore the deep, pursuing love of God through the powerful story of Hosea—just in time for Valentine’s Day.As this cultural celebration of love approaches, this season can stir longing, gratitude, comparison, or even...

  7. Ep. 12 | Boldness: Part 3 w/Ashley Anderson

    In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay continue their conversation on biblical boldness with special guest Ashley Anderson—former missions pastor turned missionary to the Middle East—who brings both wisdom and real-world experience to the table.Ashley shares two...

  8. Ep. 11 | Boldness: Part 2

    In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay follow up their conversation on biblical boldness and what that really looks like—especially when it comes to sharing the gospel. Using a past–present–future framework, Isaac and Emily name the real hindrances many of us…

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  9. Ep. 10 | Boldness: Part 1

    In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay explore what biblical boldness really looks like—especially when it comes to sharing the gospel. Drawing from the account of Peter and John in Acts chapter 4, they unpack how true boldness is formed not through force or…

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  10. Ep. 9 | Advent Week 4 | Love

    ✨ Advent Reflection: Love — A Less Hype, More Hope ChristmasJoin Isaac and Emily for a worshipful Advent reflection on Love—the love that is both the source and fulfillment of all our waiting.In 1 John 4:9–12, we are reminded that love begins with God: not that we loved Him, but that He loved us,...

  11. Ep. 8 | Advent Week 3 | Joy

    ✨ Advent Reflection: Joy — A Less Hype, More Hope Christmas Join Isaac and Emily for a worshipful Advent reflection on Joy—a joy rooted not in circumstances, but in the nearness of God.In Luke 2:8–14, the shepherds hear the angel’s announcement: “I bring you good news of great joy.” Heaven breaks...

  12. Ep. 7 | Advent Week 2 | PEACE

    ✨ Advent Week 2: Peace — A Less Hype, More Hope ChristmasJoin Isaac and Emily for a worshipful reflection on Peace—an invitation to slow down, breathe, and welcome the Prince of Peace into every area of your life this season.In Luke 2:1–7, we find ourselves in Bethlehem, where Jesus entered our...

  13. Ep. 6 | Advent Week 1 | HOPE

    ✨ Advent Week 1: Hope — A Less Hype, More Hope Christmas Join Isaac and Emily as we begin Advent with a simple, worshipful reflection on Hope—an invitation to a less hype, more hope Christmas season. Isaiah 9:2–7 reminds us that a great Light has dawned and that the Messiah carries the...

  14. Ep. 5 | Stages of Faith: The Union Stage

    In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, Isaac and Emily explore the beauty of the Union Stage—the stage of faith marked by deep communion with Christ, trust in Him, experiencing the fruit of full surrender. Isaac and Emily describe how, in this stage, believers often experience profound...

  15. Ep. 4 | Stages of Faith: The Unraveling Stage

    In this episode, Isaac and Emily walk listeners through the Unraveling Stage, the stage of our faith journey where God lovingly exposes our false assumptions, misguided theology, and self-reliant patterns.They share how unraveling is not a sign of spiritual collapse but often the work of the…

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  16. Ep. 3 | Stages of Faith: The Unveiling Stage

    In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, Isaac and Emily explore the profound mystery of the Unveiling Stage—the moment when the Holy Spirit opens our eyes to the reality of Jesus and the beauty of the gospel. They unpack how revelation—not effort—initiates our journey with God, reshaping...

  17. Ep. 2 | Intro: The Stages of Faith

    In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay unpack what it truly means to enter into faith in Jesus. They unpack the truth that saving faith isn’t something we earn—it’s a gift we receive. Yet, like any living thing, faith can grow and mature over time. Isaac and…

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  18. Ep. 1 | Blessed Are The Not Crushing It

    In this inaugural episode of the Not Crushing It podcast, Emily and Isaac share about their journey of faith as followers of Jesus who found themselves confronted with the realities of their misconceptions about what being a disciple of Jesus really means. Through the process of asking what real...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Not Crushing It Podcast explores faith with less hype, more hope, and a whole lot of honesty. Hosts Isaac and Emily dive into the beauty and complexity of following Jesus through personal stories, scripture, and chats with friends—ending each episode with worship. A little silly and a little serious, they remind listeners that all is sacred. For anyone seeking a grounded faith without the pressure to have it all together, this podcast is for you. New episodes release biweekly—subscribe and join the blessed community of the not crushing it.

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Isaac and Emily

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The Not Crushing It Podcast explores faith with less hype, more hope, and a whole lot of honesty. Hosts Isaac and Emily dive into the beauty and complexity of following Jesus through personal stories, scripture, and chats with friends—ending each episode with worship. A little silly and a little...

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