The Deep Water Show

We had other plans for this episode, but deep water showed up, and we followed it. It started with a small spot on the skin and spiraled into the age-old spiral— what if it’s worst-case?  Maybe you know that spiral too. Jackie and Christi wrestle with fear, faith, and the temptation to always look for the zebra when it might just be a horse. But what happens when it is a zebra? From medical scares...

Grab your big mug—we’re going there. In this episode of Deep Water, Christi and I unpack what really happens when "just us girls" turns into gossip, slander, and subtle corrosion, especially in marriage. From awkward girls’ trips to the slow erosion of respect, we talk about the power of our words, the beauty of building up our spouses, and why venting isn't actually biblical (yep,...

Hey friend—this one goes deep. Jackie and Christi talk about the myth of “having it all,” what it really costs to chase every dream, and how the sacrifices we make—whether in parenting, marriage, or career—shape our lives and our faith. From bible verses to travel baseball, from perfectionism to God’s steady grace, this is a soul-level conversation about honesty, priorities, and the holy pause we...

How does God gently redirect us when we’re chasing all the wrong things? Let’s talk about the Father’s patience as we fumble through life grabbing at sticks when He’s offering us better. Ever wonder why your dog chooses a sock over a squeaky toy? As passionate dog lovers, we’ve found unexpected spiritual lessons in the quirks of our furry companions. Our pets, in their innocent wisdom, often overl...

What happens when God calls us to simple acts of obedience, like paying for someone’s coffee? How do these seemingly small acts reveal our faith in action? Picture this: you're at your favorite café, and you suddenly feel a nudge to buy a coffee for the stranger behind you. It sounds simple, right? But this small act of kindness can open a window to God's presence in our lives, illuminat...

Do you struggle with perfectionism masked as godly discipline? We’re diving into the freedom of imperfection and how God’s grace is big enough for your mess. After years of chasing an elusive perfection, we discovered something truly profound: the beauty of God's grace in our imperfect lives. Our journey as Christian women, wives, and mothers has taught us that the messy, unpolished moments o...

Reconnecting after 25 years can feel like something out of a storybook, and that's exactly how it was for us. Picture this: two young moms, Jackie and Christi, once juggling playdates and diapers together, unexpectedly reunite across a crowded restaurant. In that moment, time folded in on itself, and it was clear that God was orchestrating something special. This divine re-encounter led to th...