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WHY WE STAYED

by Michael Thomas

Sometimes, it takes more faith to stay than to go.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 022: GEN Z, KANYE & THE FUTURE OF THE CHURCH

    Join us this month as we sit down with Joshua Turner from FEED as we discuss Gen Z, Kanye and the Future of the Church. @JoshuaTurner @feedyouthministry @michaellthomas @whywestayed

  2. EPISODE 021: Single, Gay, Christian: A Personal Journey of Faith and Sexual Identity

    On this month's episode we interview author Greg Coles on his personal journey of faith and sexual identity. @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  3. EPISODE 020: Multiple Churches, Same God.

    Join us this week as we discuss the life of Youth Pastor @_kevinplummer and his journey from coming from an abusive home to living life on purpose - regardless of church! @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  4. Episode 019: One-on-One With PreachersNSneakers

    Join us this week as we sit down with the creator of @Preachersnsneakers around topics of faith, fashion and all things sneakers! @michaellthomas @whywestayed

  5. Episode 018: Spoken Word(s)

    Join us this week as we sit down with Spoken Word artist David Bowden from @spokengospel to discuss the power of God's word AND ours! @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  6. Episode 017: Young Adult Therapist on Mental Health & Suicide Prevention

    Join us this week as we interview @RobertVore as he discusses Mental Health and Suicide Prevention. @Michaellthomas @whywestayed

  7. SZN 2 - TEASER

    Season 2 is finally here. We are SO excited to share with you the news. @michaellthomas @whywestayed

  8. Episode 016: More Than an Athlete

    Join us this week as we interview one of the fastest track athletes in Ivy League History. We talk about life in the spotlight, racism and the quest to keep the faith. and so much more. @calvrogers @michaellthomas @whywestayed

  9. Episode 015: Sliding in the DMs

    Join us this week as we interview @NoahHerrin about his relationship with church and his up-and-coming marriage! @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  10. Episode 014: Losing Weight and Gaining Faith

    Join us this week as we chat with @austinmolt on his decision to make physical changes that yielded spiritual outcomes. @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  11. Episode 013: My Church Fired Me

    Join us this week as we hear a former pastor share his story of being fired by the church but remaining true to his faith! @heyjustinherman @michaellthomas @whywestayed

  12. Episode 012: God in Grief: The Loss of a Child

    Join us for a special Mother's Day edition of WHY WE STAYED as we discuss John & Jen's story of their still-born son, Cooper and how they held on to hope. @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  13. Episode 011: Mental Health & The Church

    Join us this week as we hear from Writer & Speaker @Brittneymoses discuss faith and mental health. @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  14. Episode 010: Pastor. Alcoholic. Redeemed.

    Former Pastor shares his struggle with alcohol and how it almost tore his family apart. Listen now to find out why he stayed! @alanorcutt @michaellthomas @whywestayed

  15. Episode 009: Being > Doing

    Growing up without his father, @billydupree has faced many challenges. This week we interview him on the idea of being vs. doing. @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  16. Episode 008: Take Joyful Risks

    Good Morning America ranks @thehealthyhustle as a "Top 10" Instagram account to follow for daily inspiration. We can't wait for you to listen to her story about a life full of joyful risks! @michaellthomas @whywestayed

  17. Episode 007: Up Next

    What do you do when you are called but haven't been called on? This week we interview @ChrisAlessi on the topic of being "up next." @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  18. Episode 006: Mission & Sub-Mission

    Many people leave the church to carry out their "own" mission. This week, @ChandlerBoyce talks about the tension between serving someone else while maintaining your own vision. @michaellthomas @whywestayed

  19. Episode 005: Calling vs. Preference

    This week, @michaellthomas shares a message on the mistake young people make confusing their CALLING for PREFERENCE. @whywestayed

  20. Episode 004: Response to Racism

    From the Bronx to Harvard and everything in between. @Professoredd sheds some light on racism in our country and our part to play. @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  21. Episode 003: From Pills to Power

    Ex-Drug addict finds true Joy. @crdew2 @chrisdewministries @whywestayed @michaellthomas

  22. Episode 002: Fitness & Faith

    Former Bachelorette contestant shares his story of reality tv, fitness and faith. @rickeylaneii @michaellthomas @whywestayed

  23. Episode 001: Progress > Perfection

    Former NFL Player Turns Down Millions for a Life on Purpose. @thepurposeplug @michaellthomas @whywestayed

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Sometimes, it takes more faith to stay than to go.

HOSTED BY

Michael Thomas

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Sometimes, it takes more faith to stay than to go.

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WHY WE STAYED is created and hosted by Michael Thomas.
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