The (Not) Common Sense Podcast

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #relationshipadvice #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about idleness, being creative, willingness to work, God's creation vs AI creation.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://patreon.com/NotCommonSense?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Introduction 4:11 Being a busybody vs productive body9:22 Willingness to work despite setbacks21:00 AI in creative processes28:21 Granularity in human made art32:57 Not taking shortcuts39:33 Conclusion

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #relationshipadvice #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about how small steps are better than none, focusing on family first, working on past traumas and changing one step at a time.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://patreon.com/NotCommonSense?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Introduction 5:25 Josh’s Personal journey11:30 It should feel right, not easy15:00 Jess’ Vocation Journey20:55 Trying to create an album28:18 You can never truly reach your calling32:19 Priesthood or Marriage38:59 How to find your vocation42:30 Conclusion

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about how small steps are better than none, focusing on family first, working on past traumas and changing one step at a time.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Introduction 4:18 Clean up your room is a biblical concept7:18 Taking it a day at a time16:34 Elders in the church19:54 When God leads you to work on yourself24:16 How Jess was changed incrementally by God31:00 Focusing on what is good36:00 Celebrating the small wins39:11 Conclusion

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about what the difference between secular and Christian hope is. How we know God exists and how that strengthens us through the highs and lowsThis podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Introduction to Christian Hope3:45 How God comes through7:10 How God changes your wants9:20 How God kills what is not His wil14:57 Pet peeve: God's Kingdom17:42 Pet peeve #2: Dismissing Church hurt23:25 We're not guessing, we know29:05 This life is not the end35:00 It's for His good and others37:15 The bible provides a template for life39:58 Conclusion

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about how we've been making room for God during Lent, prayers being answered and going through difficult seasons.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Introduction to lent/fasting2:55 Going through seasons with God10:05 Being angry at God17:15 Interceding for other people21:21 The Lord is my Shepherd25:44 Hard Prayers being answered36:26 Conclusions

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about how God gives and takes away, the story of Job, and LentThis podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Introduction to podcast3:49 Job 1:20-2312:07 Jess’ emotional breakdown17:38 Reasons for it being taken away22:19 Hope and meaning in suffering24:44 Josh’s takeaway36:37 Christians are good storytellers38:08 Lent is coming up44:49 Conclusion

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about listening to God, what it looks like to move forward, and The Chosen.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Introduction to podcast2:04 Intro to topic (Matt 6:30-33)5:32 Anxiety over debt9:21 Obedience can be complicated17:23 Free will and choice19:32 God helps you make small choices27:18 Relying on God and giving up control of the future36:55 Knowing God differently41:54 Conclusion

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about shame, suffering, hope, and drunken nights. This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 intro2:10 Introduction to shame5:46 Jess' drunken night11:06 The reasons to drink15:25 Dealing with the incident19:43 Basic Instinct23:44 The weight of shame and bringing it back to God31:45 Shame in addiction35:01 Importance of Confession44:44 Humbling yourself45:35 Our gracious God50:02 Conclusion

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about New Year resolutions, how His mercies are anew each morning, routines and structures. This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 intro1:34 His mercies are anew each morning4:53 New wine in New wineskins7:10 Putting in new routines12:44 1 Corinthians 3:5-2219:46 Cooking tangent22:37 Jess' new year resolutions31:13 Being creative38:08 Loving yourself as God loves you44:31 Conclusion

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about Christmas, traditions and keeping things fresh.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Fun hat2:14 Intro of Keeping Traditions Fresh3:41 The meaning of Christmas6:39 Keeping the Lord's prayer fresh14:20 Fresh Nativity Scenes16:31 Our New Family Traditions20:07 Christmas Carols26:29 Reverence for Mother Mary33:07 Christmas as milestones38:25 Bringing Jesus to Christmas53:55 It's about your heart55:31 Our Christmas wish

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about being ready, preparing, Habits and discipline, Desires, buddhism and Islam.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Intro2:51 Being away from each other6:37 ‘Being ready’ topic17:45 Asking God for the next step30:42 We rely on habits and disciplines40:08 Christianity and denying desires47:27 Conversation about Islam1:14:49 Conclusion

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about humility & arrogance, praying for humility, #megachurches, #prosperitygospel , charity gospel, ego death, and relying on God for everything. This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Intro1:00 100 Subscribers!1:37 Humility topic and reflection4:53 Luke 186:10 Praying for humility9:06 Pitfalls of Megachurches13:31 Charity Gospel subversion20:33 Praying & Trusting God with other people26:36 Charity Gospel 2.032:10 Fruits don’t come before faith41:36 Asking God about everything50:43 Our humbling stories58:52 Conclusion

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! #podcast #marriagepodcast #christianpodcast In this episode we talk about materialism, consumerism and Christmas. We also talk about the biblical way of giving, instant gratification and handling finance as a marriage.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Intro1:43 Intro to Christmas and Materialism topic6:59 Jess' Christmas backstory14:32 Doing well should be the reward itself17:00 The difference between joy and happiness24:00 Putting treasures in its rightful place27:32 Josh's Christmas backstory31:40 Instant gratification vs Delayed37:39 Handling finance as a marriage43:05 Chaos of Black Friday sales44:51 Biblical gift giving52:43 Holidays & Conclusion55:11 Thanks for watching ❤️

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast! In this episode we talk about temptations and how AI will exacerbate or play a role in giving in to temptations, we also talk about the idol of perfection in Hollywood and in our lives. This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us. #notcommonsensepodcast Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/jessieandjosh https://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjosh https://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800 Donate: https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh 0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Intro2:01 Deceased AI Avatars (2WAI)7:36 AI Romantacism10:06 AGI and future of AI13:43 AI being used as an idol18:14 Being tempted isn't necessarily bad29:07 Pray to love what God loves, hate what God hates40:49 Perfection as idolatry50:59 Consumerism and perfection in movies1:04:11 Temptation in convenience1:06:28 Concluding thoughts

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast!In this episode we talk about the connection between Solomon building his temple and our temple for the Holy Spirit, forgiveness, cleaning up our rooms, ADHD, spoon theory and cleanliness on the inside and outside. Bible verses mentioned:1 Chronicles 28:31 Corinthians 6:19Matthew 23:25Galatians 5:17Luke 10:38-42Matthew 7:3This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually.We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us.#notcommonsensepodcastFollow us here:https://linktr.ee/jessieandjoshhttps://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjoshhttps://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800Donate:https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh0:00 Coming soon preview 0:21 Intro1:02 Homemaking topic intro3:57 Feng Shui and house flow8:11 Body and home discipline13:37 Cleaning your room20:34 Hosting as part of homemaking29:25 Cleaning the outside but not the inside37:52 Double date story43:33 Seeing from God’s perspective52:37 Forgiveness and cleansing57:50 Holding onto anger

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast!In this episode we talk about spiritual attacks, Godly correction, how we handle conflict and how grateful we are of how God has been with us on our journey.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually.We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us.#notcommonsensepodcastFollow us here:https://linktr.ee/jessieandjoshhttps://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjoshhttps://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800Donate:https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh0:00 Coming soon preview0:21 Intro1:53 Intro to spiritual attacks5:30 Separation of Jesus and work and life14:14 The reason for spiritual attacks19:40 2 Corinthians 7:8-1021:26 Godly correction and over-correction24:58 How God speaks after arguments35:44 Finishing Jess' story and being grateful44:26 How God strengthens our faith53:15 God has the best perspective of your story1:01:00 The original sin

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast!In this episode we talk about Jess' story. Filled with broken dreams, chronic pain, how it affects loved ones and God's grace. This is a tough episode. We pray it helps others. This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually.We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us.#notcommonsensepodcastFollow us here:https://linktr.ee/jessieandjoshhttps://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjoshhttps://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800Donate:https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh0:00 Coming soon preview0:21 Intro2:02 Intro to suffering3:44 Getting into dance & Tracheomalacia9:04 Did you ever pray about dance?14:47 Chronic feet pain starts. 18:51 Diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome20:01 Getting depression26:32 Getting emergency surgery29:19 How her mother dealt with Jess' broken dreams36:21 Suffering can hit people around you harder42:21 Substituting a relationship with God48:54 Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)51:44 Ways of dealing with it57:22 Empathy and being empathetic 1:02:31 Come to me all who are weary1:05:42 God is good.

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast!In this episode we talk about what it means to be still and know that He is God. We also talk about getting the most out of worship and serving in the church. Today we're privileged to host our podcast at Santhom Grove at a prayer retreat hosted by Camps Farthest Out (CFO) Australia.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually.We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us.Big thanks to:CFO Internationalhttps://cfointernational.org/Santhom Grove Location (Pallotti College)https://www.pallotticollege.com.au/#notcommonsensepodcastFollow us here:https://linktr.ee/jessieandjoshhttps://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjoshhttps://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800Donate:https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjoshChapters:0:00 Coming up preview0:21 Jess' phone song1:06 Introduction2:57 Being Still and knowing God5:23 Worship and how to worship11:29 The CFO Prayer Retreat18:16 Community run churches with no pastor20:50 Serving in the church30:51 Listening to God in the stillness35:40 How God provides through coincidences41:39 The importance of telling your God stories43:55 The impact of this podcast on our lives45:25 Conclusion and sign off

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast!In this episode we talk about what it means to have a biblical marriage, a bit about our story and how we navigated tying God to our relationship.This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually.We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us.#notcommonsensepodcastFollow us here:https://linktr.ee/jessieandjoshhttps://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjoshhttps://open.spotify.com/show/2W6ke2aB1JPzk6z12lO034?si=73915e3308914800Donate:https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjoshLink dump for things talked about:Chapters:0:00 Coming up preview0:21 Don't spare the rod?2:11 Introduction4:00 What does it mean to have a biblical marriage?6:44 How we met15:31 Jess’ prophetic word over Josh and conversion18:17 How we started dating21:19 How we navigated tying God to our relationship27:42 What it means to be equally yoked30:06 Politics and Christianity?35:20 Ephesians 5:21-3336:59 Submitting to Christ39:32 Josh seeking the personal relationship with Jesus44:52 We don’t have it figured out yet47:42 When the wife should submit52:48 Closing thoughts and disclaimer

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast!In this episode we talk about how God has pulled us back to Him, about shedding our earthly desire and why this conversation was feeling weird...This podcast is dedicated as an honest exploration of our journey with Jesus as a married couple and individually.We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us.#notcommonsensepodcastFollow us here:https://linktr.ee/jessieandjoshhttps://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://x.com/joshuazhileehttps://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjoshDonate:https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh

Welcome to the (Not) Common Sense Podcast!In this episode we talk about how we pray, the most important thing about prayer, bad business ideas and our experience with MLM's!This podcast is about Jesus' teachings from a married couple's perspective. We dive into Jesus' way of life and the truth He taught. Join us in an evolving journey to follow and be obedient to God, as we try to make sense of the (not) common sense truth He teaches us.#notcommonsensepodcastFollow us here:https://linktr.ee/jessieandjoshhttps://www.instagram.com/notcommonsense_podcast/ https://x.com/joshuazhileehttps://www.tiktok.com/@jessieandjoshDonate:https://ko-fi.com/jessieandjosh