Podcast Episodes

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Christian author and speaker David Harvey as he reflects on one of the most profound and painful chapters of his life—the loss of his 24-year-old daughter to addiction. For years, David and his family fought alongside her in the painful and heartbreaking struggle against substance abuse, a battle marked by chronic disappointments, moments of hope, and the overwhelming feeling of helplessness. However, through it all, God showed David how to trust in Him more and more each day. In a raw and honest conversation, David shares his experience of walking through the world of addiction, not just as an observer, but as a father who longed for healing while navigating the depths of grief, both before and after her passing.

Eliza Huie, a licensed and trauma-trained counselor, is releasing her new book, Trauma Aware, designed to equip readers with both biblical wisdom and clinical insights for understanding and addressing trauma. With years of experience in counseling and a deep commitment to helping others, Eliza guides readers through the complex and often overwhelming issue of trauma. She explains how trauma can profoundly affect the mind, body, and soul, leaving lasting impacts that can be difficult to navigate.
In Trauma Aware, Eliza takes a compassionate and practical approach, offering not only a biblical foundation for healing but also empathetic guidance on how to respond to those affected by trauma. The book is an accessible resource for anyone—whether they've personally experienced trauma or wish to support others who have. It answers critical questions such as "What is trauma?" and "How can we help others in a way that is both biblically faithful and emotionally sensitive?" With Trauma Aware, Eliza offers a path toward recovery, combining faith, empathy, and professional understanding in a way that is both practical and transformative for those seeking healing and support.

Lisa Dutcher and Christine Chappell join Nathan and Greg to discuss Christine's book, Midnight Mercies. Christine emphasizes that life is complex and can't be reduced to simplistic formulas for success, especially when it comes to motherhood or spiritual growth. She argues that while spiritual disciplines like quiet time with God are important, each person’s circumstances—such as their relational, emotional, and financial situation—are unique. Offering a one-size-fits-all solution can be harmful, particularly for those struggling with depression, as it may lead to feelings of failure and shame if the prescribed practices don’t bring immediate relief. This approach can deepen the sense of hopelessness and make people feel abandoned by God, further compounding their struggles.

In this episode, Greg and Nathan have a great conversation with Liz Edrington. Liz dives into how anxiety is impacting today's youth and how it’s been shaped by social media, especially platforms like TikTok. We explore how generational shifts in understanding mental health have led to a need for both permission to feel not okay and a broader acceptance of feeling okay amidst life's challenges. The conversation will focus on normalizing anxiety as a natural, human experience rather than pathologizing it. They will discuss why anxiety doesn’t mean something is wrong or that you're failing—and how kids today need to understand that stress is a part of life, not a sign of weakness or unfaithfulness. If you’re a parent, educator, or just someone navigating mental health in today's world, this episode will offer insights into helping our kids live with a healthy perspective on anxiety.

In this podcast, Greg and Nathan interview, Dr. Svensson. Dr. Svensson, shares his extensive knowledge and personal insights on the challenges of living with chronic pain. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Svensson discusses the multifaceted nature of chronic pain, explaining how it affects not only the body but also the mind and spirit. He offers a compassionate view on how individuals with chronic pain often face misunderstandings and stigmas, both in the medical community and in society at large.

In this episode, Greg and Nathan dive deep into the themes of reflection, perspective, and the role of God's providence in shaping their lives. They begin by talking about the power of reflection—how taking the time to look back on their experiences, both the highs and the lows, has helped them understand the bigger picture. Through this process, they highlight moments when they didn't realize God's guiding hand at the time but later recognized His providence in hindsight.

This Christmas Eve, Greg and Nathan explore the powerful intersections of tradition, scripture, and the unexpected joy of encountering Jesus. They start with a reflection on the story of the Samaritan woman at the well, where she initially seeks only a mundane interaction, perhaps thinking Jesus is just another man who can offer her support. Little does she know, He has something far more life-changing in mind: the offer of "living water." By the end of the encounter, she is so transformed that she runs back to her town, saying, "Come, see a man who told me everything I ever did!" What a beautiful model for how Christmas Eve could impact someone—an ordinary encounter that leads to extraordinary change.

Greg, Nathan, and Nathan discuss the Christmas movies they recently saw. focusing on Red One and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Nathan Bell talks about what he liked and didn't like about each one. Nathan mentions that although Red One wasn't groundbreaking, he found it enjoyable and fun. He appreciated how the movie expanded on the traditional Santa Claus story, introducing a larger world that could potentially lead to more films.

In this episode, Greg and Nathan emphasizes the importance of critically engaging with stories and entertainment, rather than passively absorbing them. They reference Tolkien and C.S. Lewis to suggest that stories, like A Christmas Carol, can be seen as "shadows" of deeper truths, echoing Plato's idea of the world of appearances versus the true reality. They reflect on Scrooge’s transformation, noting that his salvation isn’t just about actions like giving money, but about an inner change — a genuine heart transformation. In the context of A Christmas Carol, this highlights the story’s deeper lesson: Christmas is not just about materialism, but about embracing compassion, generosity, and the true spirit of the season. It challenges us to look beyond the surface and recognize the moral and spiritual truths beneath the entertainment.

How do we handle dysfunction? How do we handle dysfunction around the holidays? In this episode, Greg and Nathan take a look at what holiday dysfunction looks like for us as people, but then what did it look like for Jesus? He was around dysfunction His whole life. How did He handle it?