Engaging with culture as Christians in a post Christian world, asking questions we don’t normally ask in church. A project by Brenna Blain.
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With The Perrys is a podcast with a whole lot of truth given in a short amount of time. Preston Perry and Jackie Hill Perry will bring their humor, honesty, and insight into conversations on everything from relationships and theology to politics, race, and parenting.
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Welcome to This Awesome Life, a collection of stories that point to purpose. I'm Brandon and here's something that I know: I have an awesome life. But, that's not unique because so do you. All we have to do is search our mundane moments and find the awesome hidden within. This podcast is all about sharing the stories that highlight this fact and growing together in a supportive community. Each episode is a conversation featuring an awesome story. I hope these stories make you laugh, find hop ...
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Depression, Suffering, and The Faithfulness of God’s Presence with Brenna Blain
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This episode comes with a trigger warning for discussions of suicidal ideation. If you or someone you love is in crisis, dial 988 for help. Other resources to check out include Anthem of Hope and Psychology Today. Jackie and Preston sit down with Brenna Blain to discuss some hard things. Brenna is a wife, mom, and contemporary theologian who says s…
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Managing Friendship Trauma and the Fear of Cultivating New Ones
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Trauma can show up in all relationships, not just romantic ones. And “friendship trauma” may sound dramatic, but experiences with others can legitimately affect your view of yourself, even the concept of friendship in general. In this episode, the Perrys talk about what it looks like to be a good friend, and how we need to work through past hurt an…
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How to Make Disciples That Make Disciples
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When a man named Brian Dye started coming to Preston’s poetry events, Preston admits he didn’t trust him. But Brian had a burden to see young believers walk toward sanctification, and he felt called by God to help Preston to cultivate his influence. Brian’s pursuit of Preston and their ongoing discipleship relationship is the topic of today’s episo…
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A Brief Conversation about Ephesians with Jasmine L. Holmes and Melissa Kruger
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When it comes to women in ministry who know a thing or two about studying the Bible, Jackie and her two guests, Jasmine L. Holmes and Melissa Kruger, have a ton to offer. On this episode of With The Perrys, they sit down to discuss a new Bible study resource called Ephesians: A Study of Faith and Practice. Jackie, Jasmine, and Melissa talk about th…
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Can we be honest? This episode almost didn't happen because The Perrys found themselves in a funk when it was time to record. Jackie admits she’s recently felt as though she’s been holding back the hand of depression. Preston reflects on spiritual opposition he’s felt during this busy season with projects and upcoming plans. So, what does it look l…
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A Conversation on Sex, Dating, and Beauty with The Azonwus
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Ezekiel & Kiyanna Azonwu have been married for 15+ years, and in this episode they talk with the Perrys about things like attraction, discerning who to pursue romantically, maintaining intimacy in marriage, and flourishing in Christian community. Did they get married too young? Is it okay to care about aesthetics? Would better discipleship in the c…
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Pride is an illusion wrapped in a lie, and it's in each of us. It’s our desire for total independence from our Creator, and it makes us feel good because we feel secure and capable. But it never satisfies in the way we think it will. In this episode, Preston and Jackie discuss how keeping God as our reference point is the only way to embrace true h…
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Preston operates in a number of roles: husband, father, evangelist, apologist, poet... and now, he's added "author" to the list. The Perrys discuss the spiritual opposition he experienced writing his first book and why they believe the enemy didn’t want this book to reach the world. How to Tell the Truth isn't a book that teaches you how to evangel…
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In celebration of a decade of marriage, Jackie and Preston react to their wedding video and reminisce about everything from Jackie’s dress and “flower distributors” to whether or not Preston cried as she walked down the aisle and the reason they were late for their own reception. After laughing through their recollections of that day, the Perrys ta…
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Rediscovering Your Identity (Guest Corinne Noble)
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Corinne Noble (KidMinCorinne) is a curriculum creator, speaker, author, and children’s pastor. She holds her ministerial credentials with the Assemblies of God, and has a passion to impact the world through teaching kids to know Christ. She was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri by a single mom and has felt called to be a Children’s Pastor si…
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Even if we’re in Christ, we can find ourselves being drawn back into former strongholds of sin and fleshly desires. The world may feel fun, but some of our “fun” has Satan attached to it, and we need deliverance. Jackie and Preston discuss the idea that we love perverted versions of pleasure – not the real thing God wants to give us. But there’s ho…
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The story of the woman at the well is a lesson from Jesus about how to do ministry. Jesus leads with His humanity and His neediness, is curious about the woman’s life, and exposes her sin to reveal her need for God. Jackie and Preston talk through common preconceived ideas about this story and how we – like the woman – can be set out on mission aft…
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When Your Calling is Outside the Box (Guest April Knight)
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April Knight is a worship artist in Asheville, North Carolina. Her heart is for God and encouraging others to meet Him in a creative ways through both #.scripturedoodle and Well Crafted Retreats. While #scripturedoodle started as a personal avenue for creative worship, it evolved into a global platform where April empowers believers worldwide to pu…
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What's destructive, expensive, and detrimental to your soul? Porn. If we had eyes to see how many demons are behind pornography, we would run from it. If we knew how much the devil delights in it, it would not be appealing to us. By the grace of God, Preston has been freed from pornography for three years, and he shares his experience in this episo…
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Cults, Neo-Prosperity Gospel and the Church
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The church in America has mastered the art of gathering people, but discipleship is often lacking. Dr. Eric Mason joins the Perrys for a conversation on cults and other cultural ideologies. Grab Dr. Mason’s latest book, Urban Apologetics: Cults and Cultural Ideologies: Biblical and Theological Challenges Facing Christians Connect with Dr. Mason: Pa…
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Jesus Changes Everything for Women with Brenna Blain
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For International Women's Day we go back to 2022 to hear Brenna teach on the taboo interaction that Jesus has with the woman at the well in John Chapter 4. Want to bring Brenna in for a guest teaching spot or conference? You can reach out to here team at www.brennablain.comBy Brenna Blain
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Jesus Crashing Your Political Party with Joshua Ryan Butler
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What does Jesus have to do with your politics? Well, if you are a follower of Christ....everything! Today we hear from Joshua Ryan Butler about his latest book The Party Crasher and the implications that Jesus has on all of our lives wether you subscribe to politics or not. From liberal leaning Gen Z to Boomer Conservatives to Anabaptist Millennial…
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A well-known pastor and radio host recently came under fire for his public opinion on attending the wedding of a same-sex couple, and it got the Perrys talking. How can you be faithful to Jesus while caring for and honoring people? This conversation starts at the foundation of the issue: knowing what you believe about God and marriage before discer…
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Theological Problems and Hard Conversations (Guest Brenna Blain)
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Brenna Blain is a wife, mom, Contemporary Theologian and Author from the Pacific Northwest. While she speaks on many topics, Brenna is most passionate about God’s involvement in our pain and personal struggles including mental illness, same sex attraction and abuse. Her current work is primarily focused in two areas. The first is preaching and spea…
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When Your Rhythms Get Interrupted (Season 2 Premiere)
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Welcome back! It's time for Season Two of the "This Awesome Life Podcast!" Get ready to dive in with an amazing episode all about the challenge of maintaining our spiritual connection in the face of life's twists, turns, and interruptions. As creatures of habit, we've all felt the jolt when our routines are thrown off course. Yet, when these disrup…
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Today we hear from Ashley Abercrombie about how christians can engage well with the struggles of having broken bodies.By Brenna Blain
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Hope and Honeybees (Guest Michael J. Chanley)
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Michael J. Chanley is a pastor, author, and local beekeeper. With the help of his family, he manages a small hobby farm in the gentle rolling hills of southern Indiana. There, he tries his best to learn from the bees, even the mean ones. After serving with honor in the Marine Corps, Michael pursued a career in ministry. His passion for people led h…
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Christa Gagnon is a woman who wears many hats. Being blessed with a daughter with a terminal illness has shaped the trajectory of her career and passions. Her daughter is her world and she is on a mission to bring awareness and find a cure. She is an advocate and knows the importance of her voice. She has been an entrepreneur and business owner for…
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Content of Substance with Jackie Hill Perry
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Today we ask the hard questions about christian content. Why is there so much shallow and theologically anemic content being circulated? How can we grow as listeners and as teachers? How can we balance rich theology with teaching that will be accessible to all learning levels? We hear from Jackie Hill Perry on the subject.…
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Before penning books, the Perrys penned poems. In this episode, Preston and Jackie give us a behind-the-scenes look inside a few of their favorite pieces. From Jackie’s testimony poem to Preston’s proposal poem, prepare to be immersed in a world of imagery, word play, alliteration, and so much more. Watch the poems: My Life as a Stud Covenant One F…
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David Ruybalid has been a driving force in the music industry having performed, produced, mentored artists, and coached performing groups of various genres and contexts. Raised in the church, David initially questioned his Christian faith in his early twenties, but through a deep exploration of Christianity and writing, he solidified his faith in J…
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The thought of writing a devotional never crossed Jackie's mind, but the Lord changed that. In this episode, the Perrys highlight a few things that compete for our attention and take away from adequate time in God’s Word. Jackie's new devotional, Upon Waking, was created to help us all cultivate a daily habit of seeking the Lord before anything els…
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Bonus Episode: Remaining in Christ with Brenna Blain
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Brenna Blain preaches on John 15:1-6 at Shine Conference in Vancouver Washington. The question we are asking today is "what keeps followers from remaining"? If you have an event or Sunday service you'd like to bring Brenna in for you can reach out at www.Brennablain.comBy Brenna Blain
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The Intersection of Faith, Food and Fame with Aarti Sequeira
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This episode we ask Aarti about being a christian in the secular world of TV, how food and faith have intersected in her life and what keeps her grounded in the lights of fame.By Brenna Blain
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Brian Dollar has been in ministry since 1992 and is a best-selling author and speaker. He currently serves as Associate Pastor at First NLR in North Little Rock, Arkansas where he leads over 500 volunteers in nearly a dozen ministries. Brian has also authored “Talk Now and Later: How To Lead Kids Through Life’s Tough Topics” which reached #1 in the…
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Does the Bible Support Same-Sex Marriage?
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Preston Sprinkle doesn’t shy away from the tension of wrestling with what the Bible says about marriage and sexuality. As his theological curiosity has led him to search the scriptures and dialogue with people in the LGBTQ community, Preston is also committed to embodying the grace and kindness of Jesus. He joins the Perrys on today’s episode to di…
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Creating the Space to Pursue Your Purpose (Guest Tiffany Wasson)
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Tiffany is an author, speaker, and an amazing homeschool mom with a passion to help others to find their way towards Jesus, The One who holds all things together (Colossians 1:17). She knows that while world has so much to offer, none of it compares to Jesus. She has a heart that seeks to help others find their true calling in life; whether that is…
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Empathy, Sexuality & Curiosity with Preston Sprinkle
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Today we hear from Dr Preston Sprinkle about empathy surrounding the gender and sexuality conversation, the arguments in his latest book and some hard truth about denying the Biblical commandsBy Brenna Blain
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