logo
episode-header-image
Jul 2023
22m 51s

Stop Striving After the Wrong Things

TARA SUN
About this episode
I'm sure you've been told to "stop striving" a time or two before. But what if we pushed back on that? In today's episode, we're talking about the difference between holy striving and worldly striving. If you want to be equipped in biblical perseverance, obedience, and how to seek after the God-things of life, tune in. This episode is sponsored by/brought t ... Show More
Up next
Jul 1
Help! What To Do When The Bible Confuses and Overwhelms You with Zach Windahl
Zach Windahl is a returning guest and friend, and I can't wait because he always is grounded in the truth in the most lighthearted and engaging way! Speaking of truth, he's here to talk about what to do with our confusion, overwhelm, or disinterest in the Bible. It's possible to ... Show More
34m 58s
Jun 24
Good Fruit Takes Time: How CJLA Started, Body Contentment, and More with Carly Jean Brannon
Sitting down with the one and only Carly Jean Brannon was a joy and you'll find such ease, encouragement, and inspiration from today's episode. Carly is a business owner, wife, mom, and follower of Jesus - just trying to figure it out like us too. She's sharing how she started he ... Show More
40m 28s
Jun 10
Laying Down Anxiety, Picking Up Peace with Kara Stout
Whether you are stressed in the morning about the day ahead or desperate to calm your mind in the evening before bed, peace often feels elusive—and sometimes God does too. But even in the midst of life's uncertainties, God is ever present and ready to offer His comfort, if only y ... Show More
42m 31s
Recommended Episodes
Aug 2022
Can You Follow Jesus & Still Struggle With Mental Health?
Hi y'all! In this episode Tori and I answer this question that is big in the Christian community right now! We share our own experiences with mental health struggles and pray over all of you! Help us keep this Podcast ad free by joining our online family on Patreon! Patreon: ... Show More
9m 20s
Feb 2021
How To Forgive Yourself
Forgiving others is hard, but self-forgiveness can be even harder. God wants you to step out of the shame that holds you back and into the freedom He has for you. Join Pastor Craig Groeschel to see what can change when you choose to forgive yourself.ABOUT THIS MESSAGEThis week, w ... Show More
35m 47s
Feb 2022
When You Want to Give Up | Pre-Decide: Part 7
Is there something you’ve been tempted to give up on? What would happen if you refuse to quit? God has a special word of encouragement for you in this message. ABOUT THIS MESSAGEWhat if becoming the person you want to be starts long before the moment you make a decision? Before y ... Show More
34m 46s
Jul 2023
Put an End to Negative Thinking
Sometimes it can be difficult to find hope in everyday situations. Maybe you or someone you know struggles with negative thinking, and it feels like every day is a bad day. In this message, we’re learning how to fight against negativity and find the positive. ABOUT THIS MESSAGETh ... Show More
37m 5s
Jul 2022
Overcoming Feelings of Worthlessness
God loves you. People say it all the time, but do you ever wonder if it's true? When we struggle with feelings of worthlessness and doubt, it can be hard to believe that we really matter to God. Let's discover more about God’s love together in this message. ABOUT THIS MESSAGEThis ... Show More
24m 33s
Feb 2024
Freedom From Your Negative Thoughts
Do you ever wonder why you make certain choices? Maybe you wanted to make a change in your life but just couldn’t stick to it. In this message, we’re getting to the bottom of why we do the things we do and learning how to overcome negative thoughts.ABOUT THIS MESSAGEThis message ... Show More
36m 12s
Jul 2022
Letting Go of Anger
Chances are, you know some of “those” people—the ones who know everything about everything. How can you stop being offended by difficult people? How do you know if you are one of them? We’ll find out in this message.ABOUT THIS MESSAGEThis message was originally presented as a par ... Show More
33m 22s
Feb 2022
When You Stop Holding Back | Pre-Decide: Part 5
Do you ever feel like you'd be happier if you could make a little more money, buy that car, or land that job? The Bible tells us it's more blessed to give than to receive. (Acts 20:35) But how is that possible? And how do you stop holding yourself back from being generous? We'll ... Show More
35m 16s
Mar 2022
Hope When You're Hurting | God Is: Part 1
Sometimes it can feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. From everything going on in the world to personal struggles, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. No matter what you’re facing, church is a safe place to bring your doubts and fears. In this message, Pastor Craig ... Show More
33m 45s
May 2020
Stay Positive, Part 3: 3 Truths to Build Your Confidence
REOPENINGSome Life.Church locations have resumed services. To ensure safety at our locations, our weekend services have been redesigned to create a sanitary, touchless environment that allows for physical distancing. To see if your location is open and see updated service times, ... Show More
35m 48s