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Have you ever thought about adopting? Scott and his wife Jenna have adopted six children, along with their biological daughter, Holiday. Scott talks about his fears, his relationship with God, and his joy about seeking more Beyer kids. Scott's contact information is: Email: Scott@biblegrad.com Cell Phone 425-870-9470 Website Biblegrad.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

This week we give details about the lectureship we've been planning for late July. You can sign up for tickets at www.balancingthechristianlife.com/lecture In this episode, Hal Hammons discusses the track he planned and Nathan Cox does the same. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

Have you ever learned a lot from someone new in the faith? Today I talk with Daniel Lookadoo, a truly inspiring young man who understands Christianity well and can teach you a lot about having a passion for the faith. I know you'll love Daniel. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

This week I wanted to talk to some friends and fellow podcasters about joy. So I got my friends Keith Stonehart, BJ Sipe and Jared Bollman together...and that's what we did. It was a lot of fun, but the conversation was a lot deeper than I anticipated it would be. I love this conversation. These are some great guys who understand joy pretty well! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

I wanted to start a series on digital discipleship and how Christians can use digital tools well. However, I wanted to start with the bad news first. These are the dangers of digital discipleship. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

This week I go to an audio essay about being a Christian friend. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

As a Christian, how do you think about money? Many of us are motivated by fear, envy, contempt or other negative feelings all centered around these green pieces of paper with numbers. However, Adam Shanks tells us why we should consider money as a tool and servant rather than a goal and master. Adam is a fellow podcaster of the Preach Impediments program, as well the author of the book In God We Trust, and several other titles. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

So, could you use a therapist? Jeanie Campbell is a retired Christian counselor who gives you some good reasons why you might want to consider getting some help from a counselor from time to time. She also talks about how what we feel and what we think are often at odds with one another. Jeanie is just a gem. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

So what does it mean to be a Christian in a digital age? Jared Bollman is the host of the podcast Man Up! and an evangelist in Oregon. He's also enthusiastic about the use of digital tools to spread Christianity and how to be a man in a culture which misunderstands and sometimes attacks them. Jared is someone who has a refreshing viewpoint of today's culture. Find out who he says are the most important influences in his life, and how we can all use the Internet much more productively. Support th...

I meet several single parents and they have my full admiration, but I must admit I don't know exactly how to serve them best. This week I talk to Donna DeHoog, a single mother of two teenage boys about how she raises her boys, has a full time job, runs a small farm, and keeps everything together and glorfiies God in the process. She's someone I truly admire. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

How does God guard your mind? I think many of us overlook this passage in Romans, but Ann Hoover understands this passage and Paul's instruction to think on good things in a different way. As someone who was diagonsed as an asymptomatic bipolar disorder victim. Ann is also a true spiritual encourager. She is a mom, a Christian and someone who makes you better because you know her. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

Do you remember when you knew you believed in Christianity and didn't simply inherit your parent's religion? My son Jake is going through that process now as he starts college. I understand this is partially a dad talking to his son, but I think Jake brings up some concerns and ideas many new Christians have. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

This week, BJ Sipe tells his powerful story of overcoming and dealing with pornography and how he helps others do the same. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

This is really a podcast episode about the podcast. I want to put "out there" what I plan to do this year so you can help keep me accountable. Maybe we can do the same for each other. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

Moving from being a parent of young children to older children can be tricky. This week I talk to Kenny Moorer, an evangelist in Alabama and an old colleague from Florida College. The big themes we talk about in this is learning how to have a conversation, critical thinking, and being the parent of adult children. Kenny is just a great guy. I hope you learn as much as I did. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

Did you hear about the tornadoes? This hit the area where I grew up, and it affected me a lot. If you'd like to help out, you can donate money here . Be good and do good. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

Are you sure you know what you think you know? This week I examine what it means to think fast and slow. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

Being a parent isn't for sissies. This week I talk about some ideas I have about being a parent, especially at a time of difficulty. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

I believe, help my unbelief. Do you ever doubt? All of us do if we're thinking about Christianity in any depth. This week I talk to author, college professor and evangelist Nathan Ward about the importance of doubt. Also, find out why he's says we shouldn't have "faith in faith," and where we should focus our attention, instead. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

I'm returning for a few episodes to audio essays so I can end the semester. However, I love this time of year when we can think about what it means to be thankful. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

What does it mean to be a Godly woman? It's easy to point to Proverbs 31, but what does it look like in your life? This week, I talk to four women who I both love and admire about what it means to be a Christian woman, including Megan McDonald, Sophina Williams, Heather Wells and my mother. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

I think we often focus on what we are not doing in spreading Christianity. But this week, I wanted to talk to someone whose journey to Christ was both unusual but also highlighted how simple evangelism can be. Saif Alsafeer is an evangelist and soccer coach now in the north Georgia area. He shares his simple secret weapon for reaching people from different religions. I know you'll like him a lot. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

How does your mindset affect your Christian walk? This week I talk with Benjamin Lee from the I Can Do podcast. He helped me understand mindset better and how focusing on the whole Christian came make a world of difference. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)

Why did God create us? Does God want us to fail? Can you evangelize if you're an introvert? All of these are simple to ask, but difficult to answer. My son Jake asks a few questions he has about Christianity and Keith Stonehart and I try to answer him. See how you would answer the same questions. I'm very proud of Jake. I think he did an excellent job. Be good an do good. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/balancingthechristianlife)