253 | “Oh, It’s About Snakes” | Unmask the Dragon

Geektober continues! If the Bible were a fantasy novel, it'd have it all: a talking serpent, a multi-headed sea monster, and a great dragon at the end. But this isn't fiction, so what's with all the hissing and fire-breathing? How did biblical writers "flip the script" on ancient myths to tell the true story of chaos? And how is the entire Bible one epic dragonslayer story pointing to Christ's ultimate victory over evil? Grab your sword of the Spirit and join our quest to understand one of Scripture's most powerful symbols.

248 | “Little Oasises?” | Foster Joy and Happiness in Your Life

Rejoice! We're back for a new season with "Happy Days Ahead"! First up, we're untangling the relationship between joy and happiness. Is it okay for Christians to just be happy, or is happiness a shallow goal we should avoid? How can joy be a choice we make, yet also a fruit of the Spirit we receive? And what does it mean to "abide in the vine" to find the full joy that Jesus promises — the kind that can coexist with sadness? Join us as we explore appreciating happiness while building a life on unshakable joy!

Overcome the Obstacles to Getting Close

Put Your Faith in Jesus

Live with Renewed Purpose

Build Community Around Jesus

Pay Attention to Your Thoughts

Acknowledge Life's Good Things With Joy

Parent Like Your Heavenly Father

Learn From the Lord Throughout Your Life

You Gotta Go Home!

Live With Readiness and Vigilance

Receive God’s Extraordinary Gift

Fall at Jesus’ Feet With Thankfulness

Do Good to Everyone

Be Amazed at the Heavenly Vision

Learn From the Lord’s Enemies

Let Christ Shape Your Relationships

Embrace Your Role as Salt and Light

Embrace pain that accompanies progress