AfterTheWell

Summary In this engaging conversation, Melissa Lapin and Justin Cook explore themes of faith, theology, and the impact of cults on personal beliefs. Justin shares his journey from a strict religious upbringing to questioning authority and finding grace. They discuss the struggles of growing up in a cult, the importance of community, and the role of questions in faith. The conversation also touches...

Summary In this conversation, Melissa Lapin interviews her friend Kellen about her ministry and the impact of creativity in her community. Kellen shares how her journey with God started when she was 12 or 13 years old and how she found healing and growth through art and music. She talks about the rebranding of her ministry to include her husband and their mission to bring art and music to their co...

Summary In this episode of After the Well, Melissa Lapin interviews her friend Dawn Lee. They have an intimate conversation about faith and personal experiences with Jesus. Dawn shares her journey of growing up in the church, questioning traditional beliefs, and finding her own understanding of God's love and grace. They discuss the importance of critical thinking and questioning in faith, an...

Summary   In this conversation, Melissa Lapin interviews Shae Bynes, a transformational storyteller and kingdom business advisor. They discuss Shae's journey of encountering Jesus and the importance of understanding His love. Shae shares how she learned to walk with God and embrace the unforced rhythms of grace. They also touch on the need to challenge traditional religious beliefs and the im...

Summary In this episode of After the Well, Melissa Lapin engages in a heartfelt conversation with Ina Harriman, exploring her faith journey, spiritual experiences, and the nature of God. They discuss the importance of belief, the role of angels, and the miracles that occur in everyday life. Ina shares her unique encounters with God and emphasizes the goodness of God, encouraging listeners to embra...

Summary In this conversation, Melissa Lapin interviews her friend Brenda Wallish. Brenda shares her personal journey of faith and how she encountered God in her darkest moments. She talks about her experience of hearing God's voice in an audible way and how it changed her life. Brenda also discusses the challenges she faced in her marriage and how she had to overcome religious beliefs that hi...

Summary In this episode, Melissa Lapin interviews Eunike Jonathan, author of the book 'Radical and Reckless.' Eunike shares her journey of growing up as a pastor's kid in a performance-driven environment and feeling dissatisfied with her relationship with God. She talks about her search for love, protection, and tangible experiences of God's goodness. Eunike emphasizes the impo...

Summary Brandon Beard shares his journey of faith and spirituality, from growing up in a church-going family to joining the military and experiencing a crisis of faith. He discusses the impact of false theology and the weight of guilt and shame. Brandon's spiritual transformation began in 2009 when he encountered a community that embraced him and introduced him to the prophetic. He learned to...

Summary In this episode, Melissa Lapin interviews Dr. Ebony Truss about her journey of unbecoming and rediscovering her true identity. They discuss the importance of not conforming to societal expectations and finding one's unique purpose. They also touch on the pitfalls of following trends and copying others in business and the need to have genuine conversations with God to discover one&apos...

Summary   In this conversation, Melissa and Fernanda discuss the concept of fullness and how it relates to their lives. They talk about the importance of recognizing that the fullness in their lives is a result of the things they have prayed for. They also discuss the idea of not just being busy, but being full, and how changing their perspective has helped them appreciate the abundance in their l...

Summary  In this episode, Melissa Lapin interviews her friend Kathleen about her journey with God. Kathleen shares her experience growing up in Southern California and attending Catholic church with her mom. She talks about rebelling against her mom's new Baptist church and her own struggles with anger and rebellion. Kathleen also discusses her unplanned pregnancy at 18 and how it led her to...

Summary In this episode of After the Well, Melissa Lapin and Donna Rowe discuss their personal experiences with spirituality and encountering God. Donna shares her journey of growing up in a family without a strong religious background and her search for a deeper connection with God. She recounts a pivotal moment at the age of 17 when she felt a profound encounter with God, which brought her peace...

Summary  In this conversation, Melissa Lapin interviews Rod Williams, who shares his journey of faith and the different perspectives he gained from his experiences in various churches and ministries. Rod talks about encountering the love of God through a pastor who made him feel seen and loved. He also discusses his involvement in the Jesus movement and the impact of the charismatic movement on hi...

Summary  In this episode, Melissa Lapin interviews her friend Beth Alexander. Beth shares her background and testimony, explaining that she did not grow up in a faith-based household and had limited exposure to church. However, at the age of 19, she had a powerful encounter with Jesus' love and decided to become a Christian. Beth then discusses her journey of navigating the expectations and p...

Summary  In this conversation, Melissa Lapin interviews Justin Fahrenbruch, an evangelist from Saginaw, Michigan. Justin shares his journey from growing up in a Lutheran church to struggling with drug addiction for 14 years. He had a transformative encounter with Jesus in a parking lot, which led to his deliverance from addiction. Justin discovered his calling as an evangelist and began sharing hi...

Summary In this conversation, Dr. Toni Robinson shares her journey of faith and how she came to know Jesus on a personal level. She talks about the challenges she faced, including the loss of her job and home, and how she learned to trust God in the midst of it all. Dr. Toni emphasizes the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in our relationship with God and with others. She also highlight...

Summary Melody Dowlearn, CEO of the Identity Academy, shares her journey of rediscovering her identity and aligning her vision with her faith. She talks about her well moment, where she had a powerful encounter with Jesus that shifted her entire life. Melody also discusses her struggles as a rebellious teenager and the challenges she faced as a single mother. She emphasizes the importance of findi...

Summary Emily Evans shares her journey of wanting to go on a missions trip to Africa since she was eight years old. She discusses the challenges in her marriage and eventual divorce, which made her question her ability to fulfill her dream. However, after her divorce, she received an invitation to go on a short-term mission trip to Africa. Despite personal struggles, she embraced the opportunity a...

Summary In this conversation, Melissa Lapin talks to her friend Emily about her journey of faith and the impact of encountering the Kingdom mindset. Emily shares her desire for more in her faith and her search for a church that aligned with her beliefs. She discusses the healing she experienced from father wounds and the transformative impact of the movie 'The Shack'. Emily encourages li...

Summary In this conversation, Melissa Lapin and Bethany Gassan discuss Bethany's journey from San Diego, California to Juneau, Alaska, and her faith upbringing as a Jehovah's Witness. Bethany shares her well moment with Jesus, which occurred after a difficult breakup and a period of intense anger towards God. She describes how she screamed and yelled at God for hours, and in that moment,...

Summary  In this conversation, Melissa Lapin and Lance Byers discuss their personal journeys with God and how dissatisfaction played a role in their spiritual growth. Lance shares his experience of growing up with a distant relationship with God and how he eventually pursued a deeper connection in his mid-twenties. He also talks about the role of dissatisfaction in his life, from relationships to...

Summary Bill Hobbs shares his journey of unlearning the teachings of the Episcopal and Lutheran Church and discovering the truth about God's love and acceptance. He emphasizes that God is not like Santa Claus, constantly judging and punishing, but rather a loving and joyful presence. Bill also highlights the importance of unlearning self-judgment and treating oneself with love and acceptance....

Summary In this conversation, Kim Cannon shares her journey of self-discovery and faith. She discusses her experience as a woman in a male-dominated field and the challenges she faced as she pursued her career as an engineer. Kim also opens up about her decision to walk away from Catholicism and the negative experiences that influenced her perception of religion. She shares her struggles with sham...

Summary In this conversation, Joaquin Andujo shares his journey of finding identity in Jesus and the importance of experiencing God's presence. He emphasizes the value of family and community, highlighting the need to build authentic relationships. Joaquin also discusses his frustrations and the search for solutions in the current religious landscape. He emphasizes the need for both revival a...

NOTE: This is Part 2 of 2 parts Summary In this episode, Melissa Lapin and Esther Weaver discuss the journey of discovering one's true identity in Christ. They explore the concept of the True You and how it is not about changing oneself, but rather about renewing the mind and seeing oneself as God sees. They emphasize the importance of beholding Jesus and understanding that what is found in H...