Episodes
In this conversation, Tyler and Zachary discuss the challenges of moving past one's history and the importance of understanding one's identity in Christ. They explore the concept of godly sorrow versus worldly sorrow, the role of the church in supporting individuals in their spiritual growth, and the transformative power of God's grace. The discussion emphasizes that while our past may be difficult to forget, it does not define us, and through repentance and community support, we can embrace...
Published 09/23/24
In this conversation, Tyler and Troy explore the pervasive lie that we are defined by others' opinions of us. They discuss the impact of self-fulfilling prophecies, the importance of balancing love for others with the desire to please them, and how to discern whose opinions truly matter. The conversation emphasizes the need to focus on God's view of us, learn from Jesus' example, and handle negative feedback constructively, ultimately guiding listeners to define their identity in Christ...
Published 09/16/24
In this conversation, Tyler and his guest Chris McCurley discusses the lie of defining ourselves by what we have and how it affects our identity as Christians. Chris emphasizes that our identity is found in Christ, not in our possessions or labels. Chris also highlights the importance of understanding who we are at our core and not defining ourselves by what we do. He encourages Christians to have a loose grip on their possessions and to prioritize their relationship with God above all else....
Published 09/09/24
In this episode of Road Trips, Tyler interviews Teddy White, a golf and basketball coach and high school math teacher. They discuss how different careers shape one's faith and relationship with God, the importance of prioritizing God in all aspects of life, and the challenges and rewards of being a house parent at a children's home. Teddy emphasizes the significance of choosing the right person to marry and surrounding oneself with a supportive church family. The key takeaway is to prioritize...
Published 09/02/24
In this episode, Tyler interviews Daniel Ingram, a minister who has also worked in the insurance industry and played college baseball. They discuss what it was like to be a Christian in the college athletic environment and how Daniel maintained his faith. They also talk about Daniel's experience working in the insurance world and how he was able to shine his light in that career. The key takeaways from this conversation are: 1) Be a Christian first and let your faith define your life, 2)...
Published 08/26/24
One of the biggest and most difficult parts of young adulthood is your career. Whether you're choosing, studying, or just beginning your new career, the work we do can be a daunting task for young adults. In this new season of Road Trips, we’ll take a look at people in different career fields as they navigate both their faith and their careers. Travis and Marisa White, educators for over 10 years, discuss the role faith played in choosing their career and how they shine their lights at work....
Published 08/19/24
Becoming like Jesus is the ultimate goal for Christians, as it is summarized in various mission statements in the Bible. It means fearing God, keeping His commandments, doing all in the name of the Lord Jesus, and glorifying God. Talents play a role in being like Christ, as they are given by God to be used in His service and for His glory. Young adults can use their talents to contribute to the church and better look like Jesus. Jesus grew in wisdom, stature, favor with God, and favor with...
Published 08/12/24
This new episode series is called:“Road Trip Chronicles” . These episodes will be short messages that you can listen to anytime throughout the day and hopefully will provide some encouragement, motivation, and joy during your day. Of course we’ll still have guests on the show once a week, but these episodes will be here as well to help us navigate life with Jesus. Todays topic is being interruptible. In our busy world, it can be easy to become so busy and so scheduled that we miss...
Published 08/08/24
In this episode of Road Trips, Navigating Life with Jesus, Tyler Waugh and Ken Waugh discuss what it means to be called by God and how to live as called people. They explore the biblical concept of calling and its significance in the lives of believers. Ken shares his personal experience of being called to work with Christians in Southeast India and emphasizes the importance of prayer, belonging to a church family, and being willing to step out in faith. The ultimate calling, Ken suggests, is...
Published 08/05/24
In this episode of Road Trips, Navigating Life with Jesus, Tyler and Caleb Horne discuss the importance of character in the Christian faith. They define character as the mental and moral qualities that are distinctive to an individual, and emphasize the need for Christians to continually improve and strive for good character. They explore the challenges of maintaining character in a fallen world and the temptations faced by college students. They also highlight the significance of Christian...
Published 07/29/24
In this episode of Road Trips, Navigating Life with Jesus, Tyler and Zachary discuss the importance of Christian community and the challenges of finding and fostering relationships within a community. They define Christian community as a group of believers who do life together, united in their belief in Jesus as the Messiah. They explore why finding community can be difficult, including the misconception that online communities can replace in-person connections. They also discuss the need for...
Published 07/18/24
In this episode, Tyler and his guest, Zachary Waugh, discuss navigating changes in young adulthood and how change can impact our spiritual lives. They talk about the difficulties of change, the importance of relying on God, and the role of reflection and perspective in recognizing God's work during and after change. They also highlight the story of Daniel as an example of remaining faithful to God amidst change and using change as an opportunity to spread the message of...
Published 07/11/24
Summary
In this episode, Tyler and his guest John Fernandez discuss the importance of putting our trust in God, even during times of discontentment. They explore the difference between contentment and happiness, and how discontentment can hinder our ability to see God at work in our lives. They also discuss the role of comparison in discontentment and the importance of being present and grateful in our relationships and careers. The episode concludes with practical ways to put our trust in...
Published 06/27/24
In this episode, Tyler and his guest, Andrew Warnes, discuss the importance of placing our trust in God in our day-to-day lives. They emphasize the need to remember our pledge of allegiance to God and acknowledge our own untrustworthiness. They also highlight the significance of being active and intentional in our faith, even in the mundane moments. The conversation explores the challenges of distractions, such as social media, and the impact of discouragement on our trust in God. Practical...
Published 06/20/24