Life Exchange

In this episode, we have a LOT to say about when Believers in Jesus try to push their own traditions on other Believers. We may be similar in many things but for some of us, the nuances of our specific way of practicing our faith become the hill we die on rather than focusing on what Jesus Himself gave His life for–people. It’s a loaded topic and we cover it from many angles. We hope you enjoy the...

In this episode, we’re talking all things marriage. We’ll speak to someone who is contemplating taking the big step forward towards marriage. We’ll tackle “the in-laws” situation and the dynamics of merging two completely separate family codebooks and what this can look like. And lastly, we’ll talk about some principles to help solidify a healthy marriage. With a range of thoughts, perspectives, a...

It’s amazing how unique every person really is. We each see the world in different ways, find beauty in different things, and learn from different people. In this episode, we share some of our own personal answers on what we admire in other people, some of those specific people who have impacted our lives, and how we’re working on being better relational connectors. ____ If you have thoughts or qu...

If you’re listening to this episode, you either have kids, are around kids, or were once a kid. That makes this one for you! We hear from a newly single dad wanting to help his kids navigate the new dynamics, a mom who is tired of the “loud” environment of her family home, and from a parent asking about how to lead their children towards Jesus without stuffing religion down their throats. It’s a p...

Gossip seems to run rampant in our world and is often even promoted and encouraged. It is a seemingly harmless way to blow off steam and get that dopamine rush of feel good chemicals when we know something about someone and get to share it with others. But in reality, gossip is far from harmless. In this episode, we revisit why we have set a standard of being a “no-gossip zone”. We also talk about...

In this episode, we get personal. We take a pause from listener questions and share a little more about our own lives, what God has been speaking to us, areas of struggle, advice for our younger selves and more. We hope you enjoy our conversation! ____ Get 20% off our Powerful: Life Without Fear eCourse with Dr. Melodye Hilton by using code LIFEEXCHANGE at classes.givinglight.org/p/lifewithoutfear...

Today, we have two more listener questions that we’re working through including one person who asks about living authentically even when it’s scary and another listener who asks how to avoid the temptation to be judgmental of those who themselves are being judgmental and negatively critical of others. ____ Get 20% off our Powerful: Life Without Fear eCourse with Dr. Melodye Hilton by using code LI...

We’re back! After a (more than) slight incident with a skateboard and a whole lot of physical therapy, our full team is back in the swing of things and ready to answer your questions. In this episode, we talk through creating healthy rhythms in life and one listener asks how to handle a fear of ever progressing technology without getting left behind. ____ Get 20% off our Validation Quotient eCours...

Well, for the first time since we started this podcast, we are going to have to take a little break. Unfortunately, our third musketeer, Joel Hilton, is down for the count after an accident that led to some broken bones. :( He is currently on the road to recovery, but is not quite up to par to get back into the swing of things just yet. We appreciate your prayers for him and his family as they nav...

Today’s Q&A’s include: When is it okay to compromise when I have such strong convictions? One listener asks about their tendency to catastrophize situations. And lastly, we respond to a parent who is navigating the lying habits of their child. Happy New Year and all the best from us here at Life Exchange! ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you have a topic...

With three unique questions, in today’s episode we’re talking about how to find purpose in the mundane, whether the traditional church model is still valid, and when it’s the right time to take a calculated risk. We hope you enjoy this episode of Life Exchange and as always, we’d love to hear from you at the email below! ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you h...

With so much talk of social unrest and end times, one listener wants to know how to keep hope alive in the midst of seemingly dark times. Another listener asks for effective ways to facilitate change and lastly, we talk through some ways to navigate pain. ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you have a topic suggestion for a future episode, email us at lifeexchan...

With several questions submitted on the subject, today we centralize around the topic of prayer. Why should we pray? What is prayer? What about unanswered prayer? In this episode, we share some of our perspectives on prayer and what it means to us. ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you have a topic suggestion for a future episode, email us at lifeexchangepodca...

Today’s questions talk about how to lead people into greater hunger, growth, and maturity. We all know the old adage, “You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink.” If that’s the case, what are some ways that we can encourage and foster those we lead to pursue greater advancement in their lives? That’s what we’re talking about today and we hope you enjoy this episode of Life Exchan...

With three unique questions this week, we’re talking about the importance of values and how to discover yours, whether or not we should set spiritual goals, and how to make a complex lifestyle more simple. We’ve got a lot to cover this episode, but we’re up for the challenge and we hope you enjoy the conversation! ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you have a t...

If you’ve ever wanted to hear Dr. Melodye laugh hysterically at something, this is your episode! We talk about the importance of fun, how to relate to different perspectives, and what to do when we are being perceived differently than we’re wanting to come across to people. It’s a good one and we hope you enjoy! ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you have a top...

Today a listener asks why it’s harder for them to have feelings of enthusiasm when their friends seem to get excited about everything. Another listener asks about reading the Bible even when it doesn’t seem to make sense. Finally, we talk about the tension of feeling genuine joy for another while simultaneously feeling sadness over a similar situation in our own life. ____ If you have thoughts or...

In today’s episode, one listener asks, “How do I calm myself in stressful situations?” We also talk through why it is so difficult to open up to people sometimes, even when we know that they love and support us. Lastly, we talk about what to do when we disagree with our pastor and some ways to navigate through this dilemma. ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if yo...

Today we have three unique questions we’re exploring. 1) Is social media helping or hurting the church today? 2) How do I break free from the cycle of addiction? And 3) Is happiness a dirty word in the church? We have a lot to say this week and we hope you enjoy the conversation! ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you have a topic suggestion for a future episod...

61. Can You Be a Friend of God?: In today’s episode, we ask the question: can you be a friend of God? We also look at how to sustain a good balance between personal purpose and personal responsibility. Lastly, a young pastor asks advice on how to create a culture of healthy life exchange within their church. ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you have a topic s...

This week, we talk about the importance of the local church still gathering today. We also delve into finding peace in the midst of anxiety and how to navigate stress in our lives. ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you have a topic suggestion for a future episode, email us at lifeexchangepodcast@gmail.com . ____ If you're enjoying our podcast, we'd be so grate...

On today’s episode, one listener asks for some tips on making new friends when you’re starting out in a new place. Another listener wants to know how to love and value people who don’t share the same religious beliefs as they do. Lastly, we talk through how to transition well from one place into another with vision and honor. ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if...

We talk a lot about validation here at Giving Light/Life Exchange. Today we’re giving some space to discussing what this looks like in our day to day lives. A listener asks about what characteristics to look for when adding a new team member and finally, we give some tips for breaking free from feeling “stuck” in life. ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you hav...

We set out to answer three questions and only made it to number one. Conflict is such a big topic with many facets and we come at this conversation from many different angles today. Whether you hate conflict and avoid it at all costs or run towards it to fight for resolve, we’ve got something for everybody today. ____ If you have thoughts or questions about this or any episode, or if you have a to...

In this episode, we’re taking on four big questions. In the charismatic Christian world, we hear a lot about “encounters with God,” but what does that really mean? We also talk about the importance of our thought life, how to deal with lack of motivation, and the dynamics of self-help within relationship with the Holy Spirit. It’s a packed episode and we hope you enjoy it! ____ If you're enjoying...