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Send us Fan Mail In today's episode of we continue the Biblical Characters series and continue discussing Jacob. While in our last podcast we talked about the cunning nature and deception of Jacob, today we see how Jacob was tricked and deceived by Laban. Jacob agrees to work for Laban to marry Rachel, but Laban tricks Jacob and gives him Leah as a wife. Jacob worked seven year for Rachel and...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode of we continue the Biblical Characters series by diving into the life of Jacob—a man both deeply flawed and profoundly chosen. Known for his cunning nature and deception, Jacob tricked his brother Esau out of his birthright and blessing. Yet, this very man was renamed Israel and became the namesake of a nation. Why Jacob? Why would God bless someone so mess...

Send us Fan Mail In this third installment of our “Biblical Characters” series, we continue exploring the extraordinary life of Abraham—called by God to leave everything familiar and walk into the unknown. Jana and Reata dive deeper into Abraham’s journey of faith, obedience, and human struggle. From family tensions to personal doubts, from promises made to promises tested, Abraham’s story reveals...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, we'll continue our Biblical Characters series, by diving deep into the life of Abraham , the man known as the “father of faith.” From his unexpected call to leave his homeland, to the powerful covenant God made with him, Abraham’s story is one of obedience, doubt, renewal, and ultimately, legacy. How do we respond when we’re asked to walk into the unk...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode we kickoff our new  Biblical Characters series, by diving into the life of one of the Bible’s most iconic figures—Noah. You may know about the ark and the animals two-by-two, but how much do you really know about the man who lived through the flood? Why did God choose Noah? What was happening in the world at that time? And what does Noah’s story reveal abou...

Send us Fan Mail In the final episode of our Fellowship Series , Jana and Reata explore the rich and often mysterious concept of Fellowship in the Body of Christ . Drawing from scriptures like Ephesians 5 and Revelation 21, they reflect on the Church as both the body and bride of Christ—deeply loved and eternally significant. This conversation highlights how the Church, made up of imperfect people...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, we continue our Fellowship series and explore the question, "What does true friendship really look like?" We dive into the beauty, depth, and divine design of friendship. From the shared experiences that strengthen our bonds to the biblical truth that even Jesus calls us "friends," this episode explores what it means to build relationsh...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Tangible Talks podcast! We’re diving into Episode 2 of our Fellowship Series, and this time, we’re talking about something foundational, powerful, and beautifully designed — Fellowship in Marriage . From the very beginning, marriage was part of God's plan. Genesis 2:24 paints the picture, and Jesus reinforces it in Matthew 19: “The two will become one flesh.”...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, we begin a brand new series on Fellowship. We dive into what it really means to share life deeply —starting with the most vital relationship of all: our relationship with God. Some things can only be understood by experience, and true fellowship is one of them. Just like any meaningful connection, your closeness with God grows through time, conversation, q...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of the Tangible Talks Podcast! Today, we're hitting pause to reflect on the first quarter of 2025, sharing the highlights and our favorite takeaways from January to now. This episode is all about looking back, revisiting powerful moments, and connecting with the insights that have impacted us the most. Join us as we revisit two of our series from th...

Send us Fan Mail In the final episode of our "Attitude Series," we discuss the power of an "Attitude Adjustment." Our thoughts and mindsets directly influence how we receive the blessings God has for us, shaping our actions and responses to life’s challenges.  From gratitude and forgiveness to trust and humility, the right attitude can transform your world. Join us as we explor...

Send us Fan Mail In this third episode of our "Attitude" series, we dive deep into the corrosive effects of a "Toxic Attitude." It's more than just negativity—it’s a behavior that harms both the individual and those around them. From manipulation and criticism to gaslighting and rebellion, toxic attitudes can wreck relationships and spiritual growth. We’ll explore biblical...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode of the Tangible Talks podcast, we continue our conversation on complaining in our "Attitudes" series. During the discourse we explore three sources or root causes that can frequently lead to complaining, such as lack of rest, hunger, and grief.  During the episode, Reata leads us in a study of two biblical examples that illuminate this topic. The...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, we continue our "Attitude Series" by addressing the topic of complaining. Ever heard the phrase, "complain and remain"? Well, it's true! Complaining can trap us in the very situation we're grumbling about and stop us from moving forward and thus reaching our full potential. In this episode, we take a look at the Israelites in...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, we kick off a brand new series on “Attitudes” with a deep dive into negative mindsets and the impact of contentment vs. discontentment. We all have moments where our attitudes slip, but it’s often easier to spot in others than in ourselves. Reflecting on personal experiences and biblical wisdom, we discuss how discontentment yields a negative mindset often foll...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s episode, we wrap up our Rest series with a deep dive into "Rest in Hebrews"! In this episode, we explore the powerful concept of rest as presented in the book of Hebrews, and how it connects to our faith journey today. We unpack the story of the Israelites and why they failed to enter God's promised rest in the wilderness, and how their unbelief and disob...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, we explore "The Rest of the Story" as we dive into Jesus’ teachings on the Sabbath by reading four examples found in the Gospels. We examine the clash between Jesus and the religious leaders over Sabbath observance, highlighting how Jesus viewed rest not as a burden, but as a gift from God. Through His actions, like healing on the Sabbath, Jesus...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Tangible Talks Podcast! In today’s episode, we continue our series on "Rest" with a deep dive into the New Testament. Our title for this episode is "The Rest of the Story" , and we're exploring how Jesus viewed the Sabbath and the concept of rest. Throughout the Old Testament, we see the Israelites trying (but often failing) to "honor&q...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, Jana and Reata recount different occurrences of rest throughout the old testament to better understand God's desire/idea of rest in our daily lives. They begin by looking at the first mentions of rest in Genesis, noting that God blesses the sabbath and declares it Holy. Additionally, they explore the idea that God rested on the seventh day and utilize...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, Jana and Reata embark on their new series, "Rest". Before the holidays, Jana felt led to end 2024 with a season of rest; in order to spend time with family, shift focus onto other projects, and to have independent time to study scripture. During the episode, she discloses how she felt guilty at first, but later felt affirmed in this decision afte...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back listeners! On this week's episode, Jana and Reata kick off the new year reflecting over 2024 and discussing their intentions for 2025. Reata shares her list of intentions she compiled over their seven week break, as well as her desire to better understand scripture and grow closer to God. Additionally, Jana compares and contrasts her 2024 and 2025 intentions and...

Send us Fan Mail **Re-release** On today's episode Jana and Reata discuss their favorite verses and tangible takeaways from the Book of John. Reata shares a story about experiencing John chapter 3 in her life when God used her passion for researching the Bible to help bring a seeking student to Jesus. They also discuss Jesus' first miracle and how the Bible implies that Mary already knew...

Send us Fan Mail **Re-release** On today's episode, Jana and Reata discuss their favorite verses and tangible takeaways from the Book of Matthew. Reata shares how Matthew Chapter 15 makes her use scripture as a mirror to see what is in her heart, as well as how our speech is a reflection of what is in our heart. Jana shares how Matthew Chapter 6 helps her overcome struggles with being a natur...

Send us Fan Mail **Re-release** On today's episode, Jana and Reata contrast the works of the flesh with the fruits of the spirit. Opening with scripture from Galatians, they discuss the importance of knowing God's word in order to utilize these fruits to overcome the desiress of the flesh in your daily life. Reata recaps Psalm 51 (the ending verse Jana referenced in the previous episode)...

Send us Fan Mail **Re-release** On today's episode, Jana and Reata introduce the topic of spiritual warfare and delve into the origination of the forces of darkness. At the top of the episode, Reata asks Jana to share her current understanding of the enemy and dark forces. Afterwards, Reata delves deep into some of her findings/research on the origin of dark forces and the fall of Satan. She...