Halfway to Sunday

✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 113 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Jennifer Bosma, host of the Front Parking Spot podcast, to talk about living out faith at home and moving from religion and “should dos” into a real relationship with Jesus. Jennifer shares practical ways to slow down and make space for God even in busy seasons (even if it’s only two minutes), and why praying Scripture (especially Psalm 91) can bring peace when fear and worry get loud. They talk about getting in the Bible consistently, recommending tools like The Bible Recap and Bible in One Year (Nicky & Pippa Gumbel), and why you don’t have to wait for anyone else to build your faith. Jill and Jennifer also encourage listeners to open Scripture with fresh eyes with Jennifer pointing to Isaiah 53 as a powerful starting place to see Jesus clearly.  ****** PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Full episodes now out on YouTube! ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧 Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES   Psalm 91 Isaiah 53 Jeremiah 29:11 Proverbs 22:6 Ephesians 3:20 The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Follow Jennifer on Instagram Follow Jennifer on Facebook Check out Jennifer’s Website ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #110 Joy Without Pretending w/ Kyleigh Rose Episode #109 When Joy Feels Impossible w/ Wanda Thibodeaux Episode #101 Break Free from Spiritual Perfectionism w/ Kristen LaValley ****** Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

In Episode 112 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Anita Keagy (founder of Joy Shop Ministries) for a deeply hope-filled conversation about shame, fear, and God’s redemption. Anita shares how an unplanned pregnancy brought fear and embarrassment and how her faith, her parents’ grace, and God’s love helped her choose life rather than be driven by fear. She reflects on what it means to cry out to God in desperation, and how “seeking God first” became a turning point that reshaped her priorities and healed her heart. Anita also shares about her family and the beautiful redemption of restored relationship. This episode is for anyone who feels stuck, ashamed, or afraid while offering a reminder that God’s love isn’t distant, and His Word is full of “love letters” that can guide you into freedom. ****** PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Full episodes now out on YouTube! ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧 Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES John 10:10 Matthew 6 Matthew 6:33 (“seek first the kingdom…”) Acts 17:27–28 The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Follow Anita on Instagram Follow Anita on Facebook Check out Anita’s Website ****** 🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #110 Joy Without Pretending w/ Kyleigh Rose Episode #109 When Joy Feels Impossible w/ Wanda Thibodeaux Episode #101 Break Free from Spiritual Perfectionism w/ Kristen LaValley ****** Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 111 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Heather Day (Barnabas Foundation; author of Money and Spirit) for a conversation about authentic faith, trust, and obedience, especially in the everyday places we often try to control. Heather shares what it looks like to surrender your finances to God through the work of the Holy Spirit (not a “health and wealth” message), and how inviting God into money decisions changes the way we view and manage what we’ve been given. They also talk about calling and insecurity and those moments when you feel unqualified, yet sense God’s calm assurance to take the next step. Along the way, Heather offers a simple framework for sharing your story (“feel, felt, found”) so you can encourage others without oversharing. This episode is for anyone longing to trust God more deeply in real life. ****** PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Full episodes now out on YouTube! ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧 Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES   Esther 4:14 (for such a time as this) Exodus 4 The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Follow Heather on Instagram Follow Heather on Facebook Check out Heather’s Website ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #110 Joy Without Pretending w/ Kyleigh Rose Episode #109 When Joy Feels Impossible w/ Wanda Thibodeaux Episode #101 Break Free from Spiritual Perfectionism w/ Kristen LaValley Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 110 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Kyleigh Rose to talk about real joy, the kind of joy that doesn’t pretend everything is fine, but chooses hope in the middle of what’s hard. Kyleigh shares honestly about seasons of shame and guilt, trying to “do enough” to make the weight of all of it go away, and how God met her through grace, surrender, and community. Together they unpack what it looks like to follow joy without faking it: receiving God’s love instead of performing, staying connected to God even when you feel spiritually numb, and trusting that God’s grace is sufficient in weakness. This conversation is gentle, practical, and deeply encouraging for anyone who feels distant from God, stuck in regret, or longing for joy that’s honest and lasting. ****** PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Full episodes now out on YouTube! ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧 Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES 2 Corinthians 12:9 (grace sufficient; power in weakness) Ephesians 2:8–9 (saved by grace, not works) James 1:5–6 (asking for wisdom with faith) Psalm 37:4 (desires of your heart) The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Follow Kyleigh on Instagram Listen to Kyleigh’s podcast Follow Kyleigh on Etsy ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #100 Biblical Boundaries, Peace and Celebrating ONE HUNDRED Episodes w/ Cassian Bellino Episode #96 Interruptible Faith w/ Katherine Douglass and Brittany Tausen Episode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence Lester Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver Beek Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha Panariso Episode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon ****** Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 109 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with writer and podcast host Wanda Thibodeaux for a refreshingly honest conversation about joy, especially when trauma and grief are part of your story. Wanda shares how joy doesn’t require denying pain, and why unresolved grief often keeps us anchored in the past. Together they talk about practical ways to “train your brain” toward what’s good and beautiful, including Philippians 4:8 as a guide for refocusing your mind when life feels overwhelming. Wanda offers simple, grounded examples (like noticing small comforts in hard seasons) and reframes joy as something you can practice without minimizing suffering. This episode is for anyone who wants to experience God again in the middle of real life: not through pretending, but through healing, honesty, and small daily steps toward hope. ****** PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Full episodes now out on YouTube! ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧 Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES Philippians 4:8 The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Wanda’s website Follow Wanda on Instagram and Facebook Listen to Wanda’s podcast Follow Wanda on Substack ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #100 Biblical Boundaries, Peace and Celebrating ONE HUNDRED Episodes w/ Cassian Bellino Episode #96 Interruptible Faith w/ Katherine Douglass and Brittany Tausen Episode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence Lester Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver Beek Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha Panariso Episode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon ****** Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 108 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with author and longtime Guideposts editor Rick Hamlin to talk about following Jesus in a divided, discouraging world without losing compassion. Rick shares the heart behind his devotional Everlasting Jesus: 40 Days of Timeless Wisdom for Modern Living and offers practical rhythms for modern life: making “alone time,” starting the day with a devotional and a psalm, and choosing “good news” before the daily news cycle tears your peace apart. They talk about holding space (pausing long enough to savor God’s work instead of rushing past it) and living with “proximity,” where compassion becomes real through small acts of kindness and presence with others’ pain. This episode is a steady, practical reset for anyone feeling hurried, distracted, or spiritually dry, and it invites listeners to follow Jesus with love in everyday life. ****** PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Full episodes now out on YouTube! ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES   Matthew 5 / Luke 6 (Beatitudes) The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Rick’s website Follow Rick on Instagram and Facebook Buy Rick’s new book ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #100 Biblical Boundaries, Peace and Celebrating ONE HUNDRED Episodes w/ Cassian Bellino Episode #96 Interruptible Faith w/ Katherine Douglass and Brittany Tausen Episode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence Lester Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver Beek Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha Panariso Episode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon ****** Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 107 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with pastor and author Robert Bass to talk about living with purpose without losing intimacy with God. Robert shares how easy it is to become busy, overwhelmed, and focused on our own agenda, doing “good things,” yet not experiencing the fruit, joy, and peace we’re longing for. They explore the idea behind Robert’s book Hidden Fruit and what it looks like to invite the Holy Spirit into everyday life so spiritual fruit isn’t just something we talk about, but something we actually live. The conversation touches on slowing down, building rhythms that don’t box us in, reading Scripture with intention (Robert mentions Psalm 23 as an example), and discerning God’s voice in practical ways. This episode is a reset for anyone who feels spiritually dry, distracted, or stuck in the busy trap. ****** PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Full episodes now out on YouTube! ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES   Psalm 23 Genesis The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Robert’s website Follow Robert on Instagram and Facebook More information on Robert’s books ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #100 Biblical Boundaries, Peace and Celebrating ONE HUNDRED Episodes w/ Cassian Bellino Episode #96 Interruptible Faith w/ Katherine Douglass and Brittany Tausen Episode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence Lester Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver Beek Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha Panariso Episode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon ****** Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 106 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Rev. Cheryl Kincaid for a trauma-aware conversation about forgiveness, healing, and boundaries. Cheryl addresses one of the hardest questions Christians face: how do you forgive without excusing what happened? She explains the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, and why reconciliation requires repentance and safety, especially when children are involved. Cheryl also highlights confession as a Christian tool for healing (1 John 1:9) and challenges shallow, formulaic approaches to trauma recovery. The conversation touches on shame and the “damaged goods” mindset, how Scripture speaks honestly about human sin and exploitation, and why God can handle truth-telling. This episode is for anyone who has been hurt and wants a path forward that is biblical, honest, and grounded in both grace and wisdom. ****** PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Full episodes now out on YouTube! ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES   1 John 1:9 Book of James (temptation/lust) Isaiah (justice; exploitation)  The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Cheryl’s website Follow Cheryl on Instagram and Facebook More information on Cheryl’s books ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #100 Biblical Boundaries, Peace and Celebrating ONE HUNDRED Episodes w/ Cassian Bellino Episode #96 Interruptible Faith w/ Katherine Douglass and Brittany Tausen Episode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence Lester Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver Beek Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha Panariso Episode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon ****** Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 105 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Teresa Blaes (podcast host, ministry leader, and founder of Kosh Media Productions) for a raw conversation about faith after trauma. Teresa shares her story of growing up in a broken home, facing severe medical challenges, and experiencing devastating loss that left her deeply angry at God. She describes how encounters with the supernatural pushed her to investigate what was real and, eventually, how the gospel began to break through through a praying teacher, Christian music, and a radio message that led her to “do business with God.” They talk about what it means to bring your questions to God, why Isaiah 1:18 (“come, let us reason together”) became an anchor, and why healing often starts when we stop hiding our past and bring it into the light. ****** PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Full episodes now out on YouTube! ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES   Scriptures Mentioned: Isaiah 1:18 — “Come, let us reason together…” Revelation 3:20 — “I stand at the door and knock…” Hebrews 13:2 (alluded) — entertaining angels unaware Psalm 27:10 (alluded) — “though father and mother forsake…” Luke 9:60 (alluded) — “let the dead bury their own dead” Luke 14:26 (referenced conceptually) — “hate father/mother…” explained as priority, not hatred Mark 3:33–35 (alluded) — “Who are my mother and brothers?”   The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Teresa’s website Follow Teresa on Instagram and Facebook More information on Teresa’s book ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #100 Biblical Boundaries, Peace and Celebrating ONE HUNDRED Episodes w/ Cassian Bellino Episode #96 Interruptible Faith w/ Katherine Douglass and Brittany Tausen Episode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence Lester Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver Beek Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha Panariso Episode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 104 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Dr. Angela Deulen to explore the connection between faith, stress, and the nervous system. If you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or “noisy on the inside,” Angela explains why spiritual habits can feel difficult when your nervous system is dysregulated and how calming your body can help you reconnect with God. She shares a powerful framework she calls the “Davidic arc,” showing how David’s Psalms often start in despair and move toward trust, helping us shift from fight-or-flight into a more regulated state where we can think clearly and renew our minds. They also talk about how gratitude supports regulation, why community matters (“borrow faith” from others), and how our view of God can impact fear-based responses. This episode is practical, hopeful, and deeply grounding. ****** PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Full episodes now out on YouTube! ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES Psalm 23 |  Psalm 22 | Romans 12 (renew your mind) | Philippians 4:8 | 2 Corinthians 10:5 The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Angela Deulen’s website Follow Angela on Instagram and YouTube ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #100 Biblical Boundaries, Peace and Celebrating ONE HUNDRED Episodes w/ Cassian Bellino Episode #96 Interruptible Faith w/ Katherine Douglass and Brittany Tausen Episode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence Lester Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver Beek Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha Panariso Episode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

You can now watch FULL episodes on YouTube!  ✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 103 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Dr. Oluwole Babatunde, psychiatrist, faith leader, and author of Adapt and Advance: A Faith-Based Step-by-Step Guide to Turning Trials into Triumphs. Oluwole shares his story of growing up in Nigeria, losing both parents at a young age, and experiencing seasons so dark they felt hopeless. He explains how faith, Scripture, and daily rhythms helped him keep moving forward plus why it’s okay to be honest with God when trust feels hard. Together they talk about identity in Christ over circumstances, reframing failure, and practical tools like journaling, learning from mentors, building a mission statement, and holding a vision even “in the pit.” This conversation is a steadying reminder: your challenges aren’t meant to stop you, they can become stepping stones as God redeems your story. ****** ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧Listen onApple Spotify 🙏 Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES Romans 8:28 |  Matthew 6:33 | Romans 8:1 The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Oluwole Babatunde’s website Follow Oluwole on Instagram and LinkedIn and YouTube Oluwole’s books mentioned in this episode: Adapt and Advance: A Faith-Based Step-by-Step Guide to Turning Trials into Triumphs ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #100 Biblical Boundaries, Peace and Celebrating ONE HUNDRED Episodes w/ Cassian Bellino Episode #96 Interruptible Faith w/ Katherine Douglass and Brittany Tausen Episode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence Lester Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver Beek Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha Panariso Episode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

In Episode 102 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Aneta Kuzma, author of Lanterns of Light, to talk about trusting God through fear, uncertainty, and big life transitions. Aneta shares how leaving the “false sense of security” of corporate life to step into entrepreneurship became a defining moment, when her faith became greater than her fear. She opens up about the practices that helped her stay grounded: gratitude, journaling, prayer, and surrounding herself with Scripture as daily reminders of God’s promises. They also talk about how her book is built around Bible verses she’s leaned on in hard seasons, paired with honest journal entries so readers can see the internal journey behind the outward obedience. This episode is for anyone who needs courage to take the next step and wants practical tools to keep trusting God when fear is loud. ****** ➡️ Watch: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes) 🎧Listen onApple Spotify 🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon) 💌 Questions/Guest Requests   ****** 🩵 ABOUT US Halfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ****** 🔗 LINKS Follow Halfway to Sunday on Instagram Follow Halfway to Sunday on TikTok Follow Jill on Instagram ****** 📖 BIBLE RESOURCES Do not be afraid: Isaiah 41:10 | Joshua 1:9 | 2 Timothy 1:7 The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ****** 📣 GUEST Aneta Kuzma’s website Follow Aneta on Instagram and LinkedIn Listen to Aneta’s podcast: Live the Width of Your Life Aneta’s books mentioned in this episode: Lanterns of Light + Live the Width of Your Life ******   🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL: Episode #100 Biblical Boundaries, Peace and Celebrating ONE HUNDRED Episodes w/ Cassian Bellino Episode #96 Interruptible Faith w/ Katherine Douglass and Brittany Tausen Episode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence Lester Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver Beek Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha Panariso Episode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

In Episode 101 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with author Kristen LaValley to talk about church hurt, spiritual perfectionism, and what it looks like to rebuild faith when it’s been tangled up with trauma. Kristen shares about her book Growing Up Saved and the “I am bad” mindset so many Christians carry, believing they must perform and become “better” to be loved by God. Together they explore the cost of spiritual perfection, the way harmful systems can distort our image of God, and the slow work of returning to the truth that we were created “very good.” They also reflect on God’s love as something we can’t fully comprehend alone, and why healing often requires community, honesty, and gentleness. This episode is for anyone deconstructing unhealthy faith and longing to find a kinder, truer way to know God.➡️ Watch next: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes)🎧Listen onAppleSpotify🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon)💌 Questions/Guest Requests******🩵 ABOUT USHalfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God. ******🔗 LINKSFollow Halfway to Sunday on InstagramFollow Halfway to Sunday on TikTokFollow Jill on Instagram******📖 BIBLE RESOURCESGenesis 1 / “God said we were very good” (commonly Genesis 1:31)Ephesians 3 /  knowing/comprehending God’s love “with all the saints” (commonly Ephesians 3:18–19)The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links******📣 GUESTKristen LaValley’s websiteKristen’s SubstackFollow Kristen on Instagram****** 🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL:Episode #100 Biblical Boundaries, Peace and Celebrating ONE HUNDRED Episodes w/ Cassian BellinoEpisode #96 Interruptible Faith w/ Katherine Douglass and Brittany TausenEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon  Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

If you’re overwhelmed and running on empty, this episode is for you. In our 100th episode, Jill and Cassian Bellino share biblical boundaries and practical ways to create margin so you can protect your peace and keep saying yes to God without burning out. ➡️ Watch next: Halfway to Sunday (Full Episodes)🎧Listen onAppleSpotify🙏Join the community + bonus content (Patreon)💌 Questions/Guest Requests******✝️ ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn Episode 100 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill celebrates the 100th episode milestone with her friend Cassian Bellino from the Biblically Speaking podcast. Together they talk honestly about what it looks like to keep saying yes to God without burning out. They discuss the importance of boundaries and margin and how life can get painful and overwhelming when we don’t protect what matters, and how growth often comes through the hard “process” seasons. Jill and Cassian also highlight spiritual practices that strengthen and protect us, including Scripture, prayer, and fasting and creating space to be sustained by the Lord instead of striving in our own strength. This episode is part celebration, part encouragement, and part practical reset for anyone who feels stretched thin but wants to walk in deeper freedom and faithfulness.******🩵 ABOUT USHalfway to Sunday is a weekly faith-based podcast for people who want Jesus but still have questions, sharing honest, hope-filled stories of real faith through joy and loss, healing and growth, and even doubt. Not polished or performative, just real conversations that remind you you’re not alone and loved by God.******🔗 LINKSFollow Halfway to Sunday on InstagramFollow Halfway to Sunday on TikTokFollow Jill on Instagram******📖 BIBLE RESOURCESScriptures Referenced:Romans 8 (Message paraphrase) — “we weren’t made for a grave-tending life…”Isaiah 43Psalm 91Ruth 1 (Naomi/Ruth story referenced)Joshua (entering the promised land referenced)Deuteronomy (paraphrased “fruit you did not plant”) — commonly aligns with Deut. 6:10–11 wordingThe Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links******📣 GUESTCassian Bellino, host of The Biblically Speaking PodcastCassian’s WebsiteFollow Cassian on Instagram******🎙️ Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

In Episode 99 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Chaz Becker, founder of Storied, to explore why many believers know God loves them but still struggle to feel it. They talk about the gap between head knowledge and heart knowledge, and how spiritual formation can engage the emotional “right brain,” not just information and theology. Chaz shares how attachment patterns and nervous system responses affect our ability to receive love, and why imagination and guided practices can help move faith from concepts to lived experience. They also discuss why therapy can be a wise and important support when love has felt unsafe or wounds run deep. This episode offers language, compassion, and practical next steps for anyone who wants faith that’s not only true but deeply felt.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Storyed WebsiteFollow Storyed on Instagram******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ******Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

In Episode 98 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill sits down with Kathleen Johnson, author and founder of Scripture Girl, to talk about breaking free from fear and learning to live from God-reliance instead of self-reliance. Kathleen shares how painful seasons pushed her into deeper Scripture memory, meditation, and intimacy with God and how moving truth from “head knowledge” to something that actually transforms daily life. Together they discuss what it looks like to abide on the vine, why we “wither” when we’re frantic or overwhelmed, and how to discern God’s voice through the constant “static” of modern life. Jill and Kathleen also highlight the promise of Isaiah 26:3: perfect peace is connected to a mind stayed on God. This episode is practical, hope-filled, and a powerful reminder that you don’t have to stay stuck.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Kathleen’s WebsiteFollow Kathleen on InstagramGet Kathleen’s Book!******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Romans 12:2 — “transformed by the renewing of your mind” (core theme)John 8:32 — “know the truth… truth will set you free” (deep “know”) Romans 8:1 — “no condemnation” Matthew 4 (temptation of Jesus; Jesus responds with Scripture) Romans 10:17 — “faith comes from hearing…” James 1:25 — “the perfect law that gives freedom” John 17:17 — “your word is truth” Numbers 13 — contend/possess the land analogy John 14–16 — abundant life / abiding context (referenced) John 10:10 — abundant life (referenced by concept) John 15 — vine/branches, abiding (major theme) Colossians 1:27 — “Christ in you, the hope of glory” John 4:13–14 — living water (woman at the well) Psalm 46:2 — “though the earth give way…” (referenced) Isaiah 26:3 — perfect peace / mind stayed on God (quoted) Colossians 3:15 — “let the peace of Christ rule” (referenced) Proverbs 3:6 — “acknowledge Him… direct your paths” Proverbs 4:18 — “path… shining brighter” Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Bible teacher and prison-ministry leader James Early joins Jill to unpack a shame-free path back to Jesus. James shares how the cross and resurrection secure real freedom, why your identity as God’s child matters more than your worst mistakes, and how total surrender becomes a daily mindset. He tells a powerful prison-ministry story of a woman who finally got to ask hard questions and how she found hope, restored relationships, and new life. Together, they shift from debates to discipleship: try one step from Matthew 5–7 this week and watch what God does. If you’ve wondered whether you’re truly forgiven, or you’re tired of carrying what Jesus already carried, this episode offers language, practices, and courage to start fresh in Him.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!James' Website (and Halfway to Sunday listener resources!)Follow James on Instagram******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:1 John 4:20 (loving God vs. hating your brother). Mark 12:30–31 (Great Commandment).Matthew 5–7 (Sermon on the Mount; “do one step”).1 Corinthians 15:17 (resurrection and forgiveness) Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

In this episode Jill welcomes two friends and scholars who unite theology and psychology to help us actually love our neighbors. From Seattle Pacific University to a new season at Baylor, Katherine and Brittany unpack how situational obstacles (hurry, overload), emotions (avoidance, fear), and cognition (scarcity, labels) quietly distract us from empathy. Brittany and Katie offer shame-free, practical shifts: leave early so you can notice people, choose proximity over assumptions, and treat discomfort as spiritual formation, not failure. You’ll hear stories about students engaging in a local encampment, a 40-day “loving better” challenge, and how art, lament, and everyday practices shape faith. If loving like Jesus feels too complicated, this conversation gives you language, tools, and hope to start small and stay faithful.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Follow Loving Better on SubstackBrittany and Katie’s  WebsiteBrittany and Katie on Instagram******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Psalm 88 – honest lament in suffering (children’s message reference)“Love your neighbor” – Jesus’ command framing the episode’s call to action (Mark 12:31) Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Deacon and mental-health counselor Constance Hastings joins Jill to talk candidly about doubt, grief, and learning to trust Jesus when life is not neat. Constance shares why she wrote The Trouble with Jesus: Considerations Before You Walk Away, naming tensions like Jesus choosing “losers,” elevating women, talking often about money, and refusing to be our instant “divine fixer.” Together they explore the Lazarus story and the prayer, “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief,” offering listeners permission to wrestle without leaving. You’ll hear pastoral, practical counsel: listen first, ask the question behind the question, and create safe spaces in churches and friendships for honest faith. If you’ve ever wondered where God is in the unplanned turns, this episode offers language, Scripture, and hope for staying with Jesus when answers are slow.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Follow Constance’s on SubstackConstance’s Website ******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:John 11:21–27 “I am the resurrection and the life…Do you believe this?” (Mary/Martha & Lazarus).Mark 9:24 “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief.” Ephesians 3:20 “Exceedingly abundantly…beyond what we ask or imagine.” Matthew 11:2–5 / Luke 7:19–23 John the Baptist’s doubt in prison; Jesus cites Isaiah. John 4 Samaritan woman—the first to tell the town. John 20 / Mark 16 Women at the tomb, first witnesses. Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links         Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:                              Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Author–artist Sharon Collins shares how God led her from a Santa Fe spark to art classes, a website, and published devotional books, each painting paired with Scripture. Along the way she learned that the Christian life isn’t radical independence but living in-dependence on Jesus, cultivating silence, and letting Him author the ideas. Sharon unpacks practical rhythms: pool-side quiet with God, texting friends “How can I pray for you today?”, and the cadence “fill, pour, repeat.” She reminds us it’s never too late (her first art class at 67, first book contract at 69) and that small yeses add up. We talk discernment, listening prayer, and re-defining “success” as simple obedience while God handles the results. If you feel behind, if life feels noisy, or if you’re unsure what’s next, this gentle, faith-filled conversation will help you hear Him and begin again - especially as we step into the new year.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Follow Sharon on InstagramSharon’s Website ******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Matthew 7:7 — “Ask, seek, knock.” (persistence in prayer/listening)Luke 10:38–42 — Mary & Martha: being filled before serving.Matthew 6:11 — “Give us this day our daily bread.” (daily filling)1 Kings 19:12 — God’s “still small voice.” (listening in silence) Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Learning to Let God Love Me (Jill’s Story)In this Christmas-Eve special, Jill shares a vulnerable chapter: a teenage pregnancy, losing her faith community, and decades of running from a God she assumed could never love her. Through her daughters’ invitation, and a deep dive into Mary’s story, Jill began to see the first Christmas differently…and to see her own story through Jesus’ love. She realized God had been present all along, even in a far-from-home hospital room and the messy middle of becoming a family. This episode is an invitation to release perfectionism, receive grace, and believe Emmanuel (God with us) for you. A closing benediction prays for soft hearts, discernment, and everyday generosity. If you’ve ever felt unlovable or beyond repair, let this story remind you: God never left, never stopped loving, and never will.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Follow Jill on Instagram ******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTES Scripture References:John 3:16 — “For God so loved the world…” Matthew 1:23 — “Emmanuel… God with us.” Luke 2:1–20 — Nativity narrative Deuteronomy 31:6 / Hebrews 13:5 — He will never leave nor forsake Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Video producer Craig Dehut shares how Appian Media set out to solve a problem: the world needed well-made, bias-free, biblically accurate Bible films shot in the lands of the Bible and offered free. Craig walks us through Gethsemane (why Jesus likely watched the arresting party approach across the valley), the Sea of Galilee (a large lake you can see across), and Bethlehem (why a cave manger fits first-century reality better than our wooden nativity scenes). We talk “holy imagination” vs. speculation, using media with discernment, and why visuals help modern readers grasp geography, culture, and the grit of the text. Plus: their trips to Israel, Turkey, Greece, Egypt, and Jordan; the Seven Churches of Revelation; and a long-term plan to film Genesis → Revelation. Watch their films and behind-the-scenes on YouTube or appianmedia.org.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Craig Dehut:Follow Craig on Instagram Appian Media websiteAppian Media Videos ******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:John 18:1–3 (Gethsemane; arrest party crossing the valley) Luke 2:7–20 (manger; shepherds near Bethlehem) Luke 1:39–45 (Mary travels to Elizabeth) Mark 4:35–41 / Matt. 8:23–27 (storm on the Sea of Galilee) 1 John 4:1 (“test the spirits”) • 1 Peter 3:15 (“give a defense”) John 20:24–31 (Thomas; “these are written so you may believe”)Other Mentions:Appian Media (appianmedia.org) Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

At the height of a dream legal career, Lara Silverman collapsed into a rare neurological condition that left her largely bedridden. In the confusion, she began keeping “evidence” of God’s presence - moments of Scripture and comfort He sent right when anger and despair peaked. Then came an unexpected love story with Matt, a Christ-like friend facing terminal cancer; they married, ministered with “joy in suffering,” and Matt later passed away. Lara shares a hard-won theology of suffering, permission to lament, and the daily practices that tethered her to Jesus when healing didn’t come. We talk grief, marriage, singleness, and the church’s call to abide with those in pain. Plus: her memoir Singing Through Fire, and practical ways to walk with friends in chronic illness and loss.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Lara Silverman:Follow Lara on Instagram Lara’s websiteHer book Singing Through the Fire ******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTES: Scripture References:Psalm 34 (near to the brokenhearted)2 Corinthians 12:9 (“My grace is sufficient for you…”)Lamentations (learning to lament)Isaiah 43:20 (streams in the desert — their wedding verse)Genesis 41:52 (“fruitful in the land of my affliction”)2 Corinthians 4:17 (light and momentary troubles… eternal glory)Ephesians 2:10 (good works prepared in advance)Jeremiah 29:11 (wrestled with its meaning in suffering) Other Mentions:Devotional: Streams in the Desert (daily app she referenced)****** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Episode 90: Not Hearing God? Deconstruction, Discernment & Surrender (with Cathy Garland)Raised at the intersection of scholarship and revival, Cathy Garland hit deconstruction at thirteen—and her pastor-dad walked with her through honest questions until the Bible’s God became personal again. Cathy explains “learn to discern” - filtering media messages at the assumption level - then takes us into the Old Testament to watch God reveal Himself in story after story. She describes discovering Andrew Murray’s Absolute Surrender, the moment she felt like a “lamp not plugged in,” and how surrender, silence, and Scripture turned up God’s voice. We talk church hurt, rebuilding trust, practical listening prayer, and why discipline creates space for presence in a busy home. If you’re craving a shame-free path back to hearing God, this conversation offers language, practices, and hope.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content! Ways you can connect with Cathy Garland:Follow Cathy on InstagramCathy’s websiteHer book RevelationshipHer new devotional Known******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Psalms (joy; language for emotions).Genesis 1–2 (God revealing Himself in creation).Genesis 16 (Hagar/El Roi—“the God who sees me”).Genesis 28:12–13 (Jacob’s ladder; the Lord above it).Exodus 3 (burning bush; take off your shoes—holy ground).Isaiah 54 (the rejected woman; God’s covenant love).Romans 1:20 (creation reveals God—people are without excuse)Other Mentions:Community Bible Study (CBS)—Psalms.Andrew Murray, Absolute Surrender (influence on Cathy’s surrender practice).“Learn to Discern” resource (title referenced as a tool parents can use). Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Engineer and author Nicole Gibson shares how a tragic accident left her with a traumatic brain injury, memory loss, and years of emotional fallout. In the dark, she questioned God and later discovered He’d been present all along. Nicole traces the slow rebuild: vulnerable prayer in her room, steady friends who wouldn’t let go, Scripture, church, and a return to self-worth that changed her choices. We talk grief after losing her boyfriend, the cost of telling the truth in a memoir, and why small daily practices like Bible, worship, community keep you moving toward Jesus. Nicole’s mission now is to help women grow through trauma, offering practical hope and a reminder: you are seen and deeply loved. And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Nicole Gibson:Follow Nicole on Instagram Nicole’s websiteHer book Shattered Into Grace.******Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Jeremiah 29:11  “For I know the plans…” (Nicole’s go-to anchor)Other Mentions:Book: Shattered Into Grace Website: DynamicallyCrafted.comNSBE (National Society of Black Engineers) friend community during recovery.***** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon ******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

When Jennifer’s daughter Chloe spiraled from anxiety and depression into a life-threatening incident, Jennifer discovered a new kind of fight: surrender to Jesus while advocating with courage. She shares the ER night that changed everything, the moment God whispered “I love her more,” and how surrender meant releasing control, not abandoning care. Jennifer walks us through advocating with psychiatrists and counselors (including pushing back on meds/fit), why self-care is mission-critical for moms, and how journaling, worship, and community kept her steady. We also explore the “refining fire” season and the difference between God’s delay and God’s absence…they’re not the same. This is a lifeline for any parent navigating mental health at home: practical next steps, biblical anchors, and a reminder that you’re not failing, you’re fighting in faith. And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Jennifer Robb:Follow Jenn on InstagramJenn’s website Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Isaiah 41:10  “Do not fear… I will uphold you.” (Jen’s anchor).Matthew 14:28–33  Peter out of the boat: better with Jesus in the storm.Daniel 3 One “like a son of the gods” in the fire (refining season).Genesis 22 Abraham/Isaac: laying your child on the altar (surrender). Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links******Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community!*******SHOW NOTES:  Raised in church but left “lukewarm,” Cassian Bellino longed to actually know God. After a pivotal season abroad in Thailand, and a pastor’s suggestion to “just go to seminary,” she built the resource she needed: The Biblically Speaking Podcast, where scholars unpack Scripture without the jargon. Cassian shares God’s string of confirmations (even a pastor on a plane), the viral “Torah” clip that drew both gratitude and hate, and why she keeps asking basic questions in public. We talk unemployment, spiritual attack, idolizing success, and the shift to surrender and dependence - including a 72-hour fast that re-centered her life with God. For anyone who feels late, confused, or embarrassed by what you don’t know, this conversation offers a shame-free path: ask honestly, learn humbly, and keep moving toward Jesus. No seminary required.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Cassian Bellino:Follow Cassian on InstagramCassian’s website Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!****** Scripture References:Matthew 6:26  “He provides for the birds…” (God’s provision in dependence)Matthew 6:16–18  Jesus’ teaching on fastingMark 5:25–34  The bleeding womanGenesis 1–2  Creation/Genesis framework discussed with Hugh Ross (old-earth lens).Pentateuch (Torah: Genesis–Deuteronomy) — “first five books”Other Mentions:****** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community!*******SHOW NOTES:Jill sits down with Jason Heinritz to talk about a season of pruning that moved him from nightly numbing and workaholism to a grounded, daily walk with Jesus. Jason unpacks his five-part Sacred Start—Bible, journaling, exercise, Scripture-rooted affirmations, and prayer—and explains why small, repeatable rhythms build resilience. He shares the journaling flow (gratitude, yesterday’s highlights, what God taught, one dream, three prayers/intentions, two “I am” affirmations) and how remembering fuels hope. They explore dreaming with God, discernment and patience when doors are slow to open, and why discipline creates freedom instead of restriction. Jason also introduces his book and journal Wake Up Jesus People and the 40 Fords Challenge - a Christ-centered formation sprint. Whether you feel stuck, scattered, or resistant to structure, this conversation offers a gentle, practical on-ramp to intentional living with Jesus, one morning at a time.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Jason Heinritz:Follow Jason on InstagramJason’s website Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******Scripture References:Mark 1:35 / Luke 5:16  Jesus withdrew to pray; a quiet place before the day.Habakkuk 2:2  “Write the vision…” (journaling; write it down so you can run).John 15  pruning and abiding that produce lasting fruit (formation over performance).Hebrews 6:12 — through faith and patience inherit the promises.Other Mentions:Wake Up Jesus People:  book & journal;40 Fords Challenge: “Jesus version of 75 Hard” (coaching + formation).Life Church Northwest (Seattle): church plant Jason and family moved to support.******Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links******Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community!*******SHOW NOTES: Dr. JP Foster (Biola University; Senior Pastor, Faithful Central Bible Church) tells how God redirected his life from neurosurgery to pastoring and why that shift birthed a passion to close the widening gap of biblical illiteracy. With stories of salvation, mentoring students, and co-authoring Finding Freedom in Jesus, JP lays out a simple arc: Created in Christ, Restored in Christ, Confident in Christ. We talk abiding and pruning (John 14–16), moving from hearers to doers, and how confidence grows as we obey - like Abraham stepping without a map and Joshua meditating on the Word. He addresses shame, “help my unbelief,” and God’s hesed, a steadfast love that chases us. If you need a practical on-ramp to identity, Scripture, and steady formation, this episode offers a hopeful way to move from information to transformation and to live as loved people who love people.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Dr. JP Foster:Follow Dr. Foster on InstagramDr. Foster’s websiteBook website | on Amazon Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:John 14–16 — abiding, pruning, the Spirit’s presence.Genesis 1:27 — made in God’s image.Genesis 12:1–4 — Abraham steps without details.Joshua 1:7–9 — “be strong and courageous… meditate on the Word.”Mark 9:24 — “I believe; help my unbelief.”Judges 6 — Gideon’s fear and God’s patient meeting.1 Corinthians 15:31 — “I die daily.”Luke 9:23 — deny self, take up your cross daily.Psalm 139 — “You’ve searched me and you know me.”Matthew 11:28–30 — “Come to me… I will give you rest.”John 10:10 — life to the full.***** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community! Show NotesJill sits down with Michael Klassen to explore how simple, consistent practices move us from survival to formation. Michael shares the story behind the 5:00 AM Podcast and why early, or simply intentional, starts anchor his day in worship, prayer, and a written plan (“write it down so you can run”). They clarify abundance vs. prosperity, using a rosebush image: pruning for health, not hype. The conversation walks through journaling as remembering, community and responsibility, and the pairing of faith + patience when God delays our plans. They also reframe fear as a growth signal rather than a stop sign, and bless listeners to stand steady on Scripture when storms come. Practical takeaways: start the night before, set one clear morning action, keep a running journal, and review weekly so rhythms become resilience. Hopeful, doable, and deeply grounded.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Michael Klassen:Follow Michael on Instagram or YouTubeMichael’s website Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!****** Scripture References:Habakkuk 2:2 — “Write the vision… so the runner may run.”John 15 (abide/pruning/vine) + John 10:10 (life to the full) — abundance with pruning.2 Corinthians 9:7 (9:5–7) — cheerful giver; determine beforehand.Psalm 63:1 — “Early will I seek You” (early pursuit).Genesis 1:28 — fruitful, multiply, stewardship/dominion (abundance design).Matthew 6:21 — treasure & heart (legacy, planning).Matthew 16:25 / Luke 9:24 — lose your life to find it (surrender timing).2 Timothy 1:7 — not a spirit of fear (fear reframed).Hebrews 6:12 — through faith and patience inherit the promises.Other Mentions: ***** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community!*******SHOW NOTES:Writer Katie Samia shares how prayerful imagination, anchored in the biblical text and historical detail, can help us encounter Jesus with wonder. Katie traces her journey through spiritual direction, healing, and creative research, then retells Gospel scenes through women’s perspectives: Pilate’s wife, Mary, the Samaritan woman, a midwife at the Nativity, and more. We talk about how to practice imaginative prayer without drifting from Scripture, letting brief “glimpses” become invitations, and why Jesus’ miracles of healing still speak to unseen places in us. You’ll hear practical ways to begin: read the passage slowly, ask honest questions, notice one detail, and carry it into prayer. If you’ve longed to feel included in the biblical story, or to feel loved by God again, this episode is a warm, reverent path toward deeper intimacy with Jesus and a renewed love for His Word.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Katie Sampias:Follow Katie on SubstackKatie’s bookFollow Katie on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!****** Scripture References:John 2:1–11 — Wedding at Cana (joy, Mary’s nudge, first sign).John 4:4–42 — The Samaritan woman (transformation and witness).Luke 2:1–20 — Nativity (midwife imagined; birth context).Luke 1:26–38 — Annunciation / Visitation to Mary.Matthew 27:19 — Pilate’s wife’s dream about Jesus.******Other Mentions:The First Spiritual Exercises by Michael Hansen Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible ProjectThe Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links *****Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community! *******SHOW NOTES:Founder/author Tom Snow (Just2BeClear) joins Jill to unpack a lifetime of following Jesus through renewal movements, spiritual warfare, and a call to holy disruption that leads back to Scripture and a daily walk with God. Tom shares his early formation in the charismatic move, lessons on standing firm, and why the enemy loves division while Jesus calls His people to unity. He urges listeners to test every teaching in the Word and explains how the peace of God helps us discern God’s voice from counterfeits. If you’re weary of religious noise, confused by denominational division, or hungry for a steady, Spirit-led life, this episode is a practical, hope-filled invitation to relationship over performance and to walking with the living God every day.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Tom Snow:WebsiteFollow Tom on SubstackBooks: The Daily Stand & Set the Captives Free*****Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******Scripture References:Ephesians 6:12 — “We wrestle not against flesh and blood…” (spiritual warfare).Philippians 4:7 — “Peace of God…will guard your hearts and minds.” (discernment).John 7:38–39 — “Rivers of living water…this He spoke of the Spirit.” (life with Spirit).James 1:27 — “True religion…widows and orphans, keep oneself unstained.” (religion redefined).Job 1 — Satan in God’s presence (exposes naïve spiritual myths).Romans 8:1 (alluded) — “No condemnation in Christ Jesus.”Matthew 11:28–30 - “My yoke is easy… my burden is light.”Great Commandment - love God, love neighbor (Mark 12:30–31 / Matt 22:37–39)Other Mentions:Tom's Books: The Daily Stand & Set the Captives Free***** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links*****Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community!*******Show NotesWhy does “doing all the Christian things” still feel empty? Pastor Phil Tague (Ransom Church, author of Jesus Be The Centerfold) unpacks a candid journey from resisting God’s call to embracing Jesus’ lordship, moving from accessory-level faith to Christ at the center. Phil shares the conflict of wanting the benefits of a relationship with God without the cost and offers practical ways to pursue intimacy with Jesus: Scripture, prayer, honest journaling, and letting the Word shape us (not the other way around). We discuss identity (citizens of the Kingdom first), daily obedience as success, and the real cost of discipleship…and yet how surrender actually lightens the load. If you’ve felt stuck in “cheap faith,” this conversation invites you to let go of the bucket, trust Jesus with every room of your heart, and discover freedom in being fully known and fully chosen.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!******Ways you can connect with Phil Tague:WebsiteFollow Phil Tague on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:2 Corinthians 5:17 - new creation in Christ (lordship/surrender theme).Joshua 24:15 - “Choose this day…” (no fence-sitting).Luke 9:23 - deny self, take up your cross daily.Romans 12:1 - living sacrifice, true worship.John 3:16 - God’s love and the gospel center.Matthew 11:28–30 - “My yoke is easy… my burden is light.”Great Commandment - love God, love neighbor (Mark 12:30–31 / Matt 22:37–39)Other Mentions:Ransom Church (Sioux Falls, SD) — sermons & resources: ransom.churchAwaken Church Planter Network — church-plant training launched by Ransom.Phil Tague — site + book info + free study guide: philltague.com****** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community!******* When life hits hard - diagnosis, discouragement, or long fatigue - how do we move forward with Jesus? Rob shares a vulnerable health battle, the near-misses that shaped his faith, and why he calls himself a “faith and health warrior.” He unpacks practical stewardship (sleep, nutrition, sunlight, movement), the mind-body-spirit connection, and a simple rhythm that pairs declarations, Scripture, and prayer to reorient hope (his Monday anchor: Isaiah 40:31). We talk about replacing fear with formation, caring for our bodies as God’s temples, and taking the next faithful step when we don’t have the whole plan. If you’re navigating illness, anxiety, or spiritual exhaustion, this conversation offers both theology and tools so you can seek God’s healing presence and participate in your own recovery story.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Rob Rene:WebsiteFollow Exodus Strong on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Isaiah 40:31 Rob’s Monday prayer/verse in his guide.Genesis 2:7 God breathes His breath into humanity (Rob references God’s breath in us).Matthew 25:21 “Well done, good and faithful servant.” (Rob’s longing at life’s end.)Other Mentions:Exodus Strong (Rob’s company) + free sample page: exodusstrong.com/free****** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links******Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community!*******SHOW NOTES:What do you do when the life you pictured breaks apart? In this tender, practical episode, Gail Showalter and Jill talk about rebuilding when you feel behind and how God often shows up in ordinary details and how starting over can become holy ground. You’ll hear about setting boundaries that guard your peace, finding steady support (wise friends, mentors, counselors, faith communities), and simple rhythms that push back on isolation: sleep, Scripture, walks, small goals. Gail also shares why a focused season of growth can create ripple effects far beyond you, moving from pain to purpose in ways only God could write. If you’re navigating loss, change, or a fresh beginning, this conversation offers Christian encouragement and concrete next steps. You don’t need the whole map…just the next faithful step.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Gail Showalter:WebsiteGail’s Book Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Zechariah 4:10 Don’t despise small beginningsProverbs 4:23 Guard your heartJames 1:27 Care for widows and orphans ***** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links*****Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community!*******SHOW NOTES: Why does the supernatural feel normal in Scripture but rare in our lives? Joshua Spatha traces his journey from a cerebral, science-heavy education to decades in missions, where neat arguments about deism and cessationism couldn’t explain what he witnessed. He argues our materialist culture conditions low expectations (and low pursuit) while Scripture calls us to seek the gifts and align with God’s will in the places He’s moving. We explore how worldview shapes experience, why bad examples don’t make good arguments, and the humility required to test doctrine in the wild, not just in theory. If you’ve wrestled with doubt, abuse of spiritual language, or fear of being fooled, this conversation offers a wiser way: pursue truth, reject counterfeits, and expect God to be who He’s always been. Practical, thoughtful, and faith-stretching.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Joshua Spatha:WebsiteJoshua’s Book Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Matthew 7:7 — “Ask… seek… knock.”1 Corinthians 14:1 / 12:31 — “Pursue spiritual gifts… earnestly desire.”Matthew 13:44 — Parable of the treasure hidden in a fieldHebrews 13:8 — “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever”Luke 19:10 — “The Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost” Other Mentions:YWAM (Youth With A Mission)******* Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links ******Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

What if God is inviting you to begin before you feel qualified? In this conversation, Jill and Neisia unpack a life woven together by love, service, and creativity and the surprising ways God confirms our calling through ordinary moments. You’ll hear the backstory of her 21-day Jumpstart Business Blueprint (a Scripture-anchored roadmap born from lingering obedience), how to listen for God’s nudges, and why the next faithful yes matters more than a flawless plan. Together they name the fears that stall us (imposter syndrome, perfectionism, comparison) and offer gentle practices to move forward: pray first, set a simple rhythm, create in service of people, and trust God with the outcome. If you’ve been sitting on an idea, a book, or a new season, this episode will help you trade hesitation for obedience and rediscover your kingdom creativity.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Neisia Allen:InstagramWebsiteNeisia’s BookLove FoundationHalfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTES Other Mentions:Days of Thunder scene (lol) Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon ******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

If your money story feels heavy, this episode is a reset. Ralph Estep Jr. (Financially Confident Christian) shares how faith and finances actually belong together—and why surrender and gratitude are the first steps out of shame. He unpacks a Jesus-centered approach to money: give first, create an intentional spending plan, track every dollar for 30 days, and build an emergency fund one small deposit at a time. We talk needs vs. wants, social media comparison, the power of a weekly Spending Sabbath, accountability, and celebrating small wins. Ralph also walks through anchoring Scriptures (Luke 14:28; Proverbs 21:20; 2 Corinthians 9:7; Ecclesiastes 11:2) and names what many of us feel but rarely say: your worth is in Christ, not in your balance sheet. Practical, hope-filled, and deeply pastoral—this conversation will help you trade anxiety for stewardship, joy, and freedom.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Ralph Estep Jr:InstagramWebsiteDownload Ralph’s Book Free!Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Philippians 4:4Luke 14:28Proverbs 21:202 Corinthians 9:7Ecclesiastes 11:2 Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #71 God, Where Are You in This?  w/ Raylynn Van OortEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

When the world is loud, faith can feel confusing. In this conversation, Thomas West (pastor and co-author of The Gospel Way Catechism) unpacks a practical path toward clarity and formation. We explore how catechesis (simple Q&A rooted in Scripture) helps everyday Christians move from information overload to a Jesus-centered, lived faith. Thomas shares why opposition isn’t always failure, how joy and suffering coexist (James 1), and what real freedom looks like (not “no limits,” but serving God). He walks through the catechism’s seven sections—from knowing God and identity, to salvation, the church, and future hope—and the “you’ve heard it said… but Christianity says…” framework that connects, then lovingly confronts, cultural scripts with the gospel. Whether you’re discipling a small group, parenting, or rebuilding your own habits, this episode offers tools to memorize truth, engage culture with grace, and follow Jesus with confidence.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Thomas West:InstagramBuy the bookHalfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Psalm 37:3-4James 1:2-4 (“count it all joy”)Matthew 5-7 (Sermon on the Mount)Acts 17:16-34 (Paul teaching at Mars Hill) Other Mentions:How to Reach the West Again (Tim Keller)Leslie NewbiginC.S. LewisMartin Luther CatechismWestminster CatechismWayne Grudem Systematic Theology Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate linksOther Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #71 God, Where Are You in This?  w/ Raylynn Van OortEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

When the needs in the world around us feel endless, most of us freeze. In this episode, Jill sits down with Dr. Terence Lester (Love Beyond Walls, The Dignity Museum) to reimagine a Jesus-shaped response to the hurting and vulnerable. Terence shares his story - from dropout to PhD - and why proximity, not performance, is where meaningful change begins. Together they explore practical rhythms of service (clear your plate to create margin, start with one hour a week, learn names, join what’s already working), and how a theology of dignity reframes everything. Instead of quick fixes or guilt, this is an invitation to steady, courageous presence - neighbors loving neighbors with justice and grace. They also talk about Dr. Lester’s new book From Dropout to Doctorate: Breaking the Chains of Educational Injustice releasing this week.  If you’ve felt helpless, cynical, or unsure where to start, this episode will help you take your first faithful step toward faith in action.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!You can connect with Dr. Terence Lester:His websiteLove Beyond WallsDignity Museum InstagramBuy his bookHalfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here! ******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Psalm 68:6 (God sets the lonely in families)Micah 6:8Other Mentions:Trauma informed care *****Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project*****The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links*****Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #71 God, Where Are You in This?  w/ Raylynn Van OortEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

In this honest solo episode, Jill reflects on the swirl of “hot-button” conversations dominating social media and how quickly our zeal to be right can eclipse the call to love. She shares a recent DM exchange that forced her to pause, listen, and ask better questions, then reframes the whole moment with a time-tested guide: In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; in all things, charity. Jill walks through core Christian essentials (Jesus’ death and resurrection, salvation by grace through faith, Christ’s promised return), contrasts them with non-essentials (worship styles, baptism methods, women in ministry, young vs. old earth), and offers a practical filter for knowing when to lean in and when to lay it down. If you’re exhausted by online arguments but still want to share about Jesus with courage and kindness, this episode will help you lead with love without abandoning conviction.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:1 Corinthians 15:3-4Ephesians 2:8-9John 14:6  Other Mentions:Young Earth vs Old Earth Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #71 God, Where Are You in This?  w/ Raylynn Van OortEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

What happens when love for your neighbors collides with violence and corruption? Jill sits down with Kurt to trace four decades in Honduras, how he and his wife, Joanne, listened, learned the culture, and formed ASJ to confront systemic harm with practical, proximate love. You’ll hear how a simple “next right step” (hiring an ex-cop investigator and a lawyer) helped solve homicides in their own neighborhood and dramatically decreased killings over time, and how that grassroots work later informed national efforts to reform policing and pursue justice. You’ll also hear about a historic prayer march that united Protestant and Catholic leaders and drew hundreds of thousands to pray for peace and democracy - an image of the church shoulder-to-shoulder for the good of a nation. This is a tender, courageous look at faithful presence, structural change, and why “perfect love drives out fear.” And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content! Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Micah 6:8Isaiah 1:171 John 4:18Other Mentions:ASJ WebsiteBuy Bear Witness Book (and more information)****** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links******Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin MoonEpisode #51 More Than a Sunday Thing: Part 1Episodes #47 Safe Spaces and Our Last 2% with Mackenzie CookEpisode #54 Joy, Intentionality and Uncomfortable Truths******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

In this episode, Jill unpacks Hebrews 13:15 and the invitation to bring God a “sacrifice of praise.” What does it mean to worship when it feels costly? How do we praise when life is heavy, uncertain, or painful? Jill explores the connection between Old Testament offerings and the freedom we now have in Christ, reminding us that joy and worship are not separate from our struggles but can flow through them. This episode takes an honest look at the ways we sometimes withhold our praise—out of fear, pride, or control—and how laying those things down creates space for deeper intimacy with God. With practical takeaways and heartfelt encouragement, Jill invites us to rediscover the beauty of worship, even in seasons of hardship, and to trust that God meets us in the cost of our praise.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for exclusive content!Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTES: Scripture References:Psalm 107Hebrews 13:15Romans 12:1 Other Mentions:Join us as we study the Gospel of Mark!The Cost of Praise Listener Guide Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin MoonEpisode #51 More Than a Sunday Thing: Part 1Episodes #47 Safe Spaces and Our Last 2% with Mackenzie CookEpisode #54 Joy, Intentionality and Uncomfortable Truths******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Have you ever trusted someone or something so deeply…only to find out later that it wasn’t what you thought it was? In today’s episode Jill is joined by RayLynn Van Oort whose unbelievable story of overcoming the years she spent in a cult will be one you won’t soon forget. Jill and Raylynn talk about Raylynn’s new book and how it details the years of experiencing emotional and physical trauma, how her time in jail actually set her free and how Jesus brought her out of it, setting her on a path of healing and hope. This is an episode about courage in the middle of uncertainty, hope in the midst of loss, and the kind of trust that can only grow when you have no choice but to hold on to Jesus.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!  Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!****** SHOW NOTESOther Mentions:Raylynn’s WebsiteFollow Raylynn on InstagramBuy Raylynn’s Book Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin MoonEpisode #51 More Than a Sunday Thing: Part 1Episodes #47 Safe Spaces and Our Last 2% with Mackenzie CookEpisode #54 Joy, Intentionality and Uncomfortable Truths******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

In this episode of Halfway to Sunday, host Jill welcomes Jeremy Jenkins, a writer, pastor, and professor, to discuss his journey of faith and his work with 'All Things, All People.' They highlight the significance of curiosity and understanding other religions to effectively share the gospel. Jeremy shares personal stories about his passion for engaging with diverse belief systems and emphasizes the importance of building relationships through love, respect, and truth. The episode also delves into practical tools and strategies for evangelism, aiming to equip listeners to confidently share their faith and connect with those of different backgrounds.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for exclusive content!Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:1 Peter 3:15Luke 10Other Mentions:All Things All People websiteJeremy Jenkins - ATAP on Instagram3D Gospel Book, Jayson GeorgeReason for God, Tim KellerRoman’s Road Here are some resources for apologetics if you want to dig in more:Dr. Frank TurekSean McDowellJ. Warner WallaceDr. William Lang Craig Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #67 When Religion Isn’t Jesus w/ Brandi BronsonEpisode #65 Growing Through What You’re AvoidingEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon ******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

How do we know we are on the right track when following God means the path can feel so unknown? In today’s episode, Stephanie Yttrup and I talk about the complexities of stepping out in obedience and sharing your faith in on-line spaces. Stephanie has been a writer for as long as she can remember and has been using her words and her voice to point people to Jesus, truth and encouraging us all to stand firm in both.Following Jesus outside of our comfort zones can feel scary but this episode reminds us that we truly are never alone.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for exclusive content!Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTES Other Mentions:Stephanie’s WebsiteFollow Stephanie on Instagram Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links******Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin MoonEpisode #51 More Than a Sunday Thing: Part 1Episodes #47 Safe Spaces and Our Last 2% with Mackenzie CookEpisode #54 Joy, Intentionality and Uncomfortable Truths******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

What happens when you leave behind the only faith you’ve ever known? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Brandi Bronson who shares her story of walking away from Mormonism and discovering the real Jesus on the other side. This conversation is raw, honest, and full of grace for those deconstructing, wrestling, or simply trying to understand the difference between religion and relationship. Together, we talk about Brandi’s new book, freedom, fear, and the unexpected beauty of encountering Christ after the structures fall. Whether you’re recovering from legalism, questioning your background, or just searching for something more real, this episode is a powerful reminder that Jesus isn’t afraid of your questions. He’s not confined to a building or a system. He meets us where we are.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for exclusive content!Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Hebrews 12:2 Other Mentions:The Journey to Jesus: Finding Christ after Leaving Mormonism (Brandi’s Book)Happy Lies (Melissa Dougherty)Brandi on InstagramMormon Research MinistryJeremy Jenkins - All Things All People Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible ProjectThe Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin MoonEpisode #51 More Than a Sunday Thing: Part 1Episodes #47 Safe Spaces and Our Last 2% with Mackenzie CookEpisode #54 Joy, Intentionality and Uncomfortable Truths******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Have you ever felt far from God? Like your prayers are going unanswered or you're stuck in a spiritual wilderness? In this honest solo episode, Jill opens up about what it’s like to feel disconnected from God and the uncomfortable, but holy, invitation that sometimes comes with it. From recognizing the lies we believe (“I must not have enough faith”) to identifying distractions, burnout, and avoidance, this episode helps you name what’s really going on beneath the silence. Jill shares biblical wisdom, practical ways to reengage, and gentle encouragement for when your emotions feel louder than God’s voice. Whether you're in a season of grief, disappointment, or quiet wrestling, this is a no-shame space to breathe, recalibrate, and remember, you are not alone. God is near. Always.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for exclusive content!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Psalm 13Psalm 22Romans 81 Kings 19:5-8 (Elijah: eat and take a nap)Isaiah 43:19Matthew 11:29 Other Mentions:Gentle & Lowly Book Bible Resources:Engaging God’s WordPatreonThe Journaling Bible I use(**affiliate links) Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin MoonEpisode #51 More Than a Sunday Thing: Part 1Episodes #47 Safe Spaces and Our Last 2% with Mackenzie CookEpisode #54 Joy, Intentionality and Uncomfortable Truths******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.In this honest and hope-filled conversation, pastor and author Kevin Thompson joins Jill to explore what it really means to grow in spiritual maturity. Together, they unpack the everyday barriers that keep us stuck - like grief we avoid, emotions we suppress, or the pressure to “perform” spiritually. Kevin offers rich insight into how emotional health and honest relationships are essential to deep faith, sharing personal stories, practical rhythms, and how differences in relationships (especially marriage) can be a strength, not a threat. Whether you're navigating anxiety, longing for deeper connection with God, or wondering if your faith is actually growing, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and move forward with intention. It’s an encouraging guide for anyone craving spiritual depth in the middle of real life.As always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for exclusive content and an extended version of this episode!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Psalm 1 Other Mentions:“The Power of Grief, Goodbyes & God’s Calling” (Apr 2025) granitebay.baysideonline.com Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin MoonEpisode #51 More Than a Sunday Thing: Part 1Episodes #47 Safe Spaces and Our Last 2% with Mackenzie CookEpisode #54 Joy, Intentionality and Uncomfortable Truths******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.

Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.Are you craving more from your faith than feel-good quotes and surface-level messages? In this episode, we unpack why so many Christian women feel spiritually stuck—and how to pursue the depth your soul longs for. We’ll explore how to take charge of your spiritual depth, what meaningful Bible teaching actually looks like, and practical ways you can grow in spiritual maturity right where you are. Whether you’ve been following Jesus for years or feel like you're just going through the motions, this conversation will remind you that God invites you to know Him deeply—not just know about Him. You don’t have to settle for shallow. You were made for more. Tune in to discover tools, encouragement, and a clear next step toward a faith that’s rooted, rich, and real.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for exclusive content!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Luke 7:21-23 ******Other Mentions:Episode #63 w/ Perseus PokuRelevant Magazine Article Bible Resources:Engaging God’s WordCommunity Bible Study (CBS)PatreonThe Bible ProjectLOGOSThe Journaling Bible I use(**affiliate links)Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin MoonEpisode #51 More Than a Sunday Thing: Part 1Episodes #47 Safe Spaces and Our Last 2% with Mackenzie CookEpisode #54 Joy, Intentionality and Uncomfortable Truths******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.