Conversations About Life

Jamie and I talk about Jamie’s view of the Bible and some of the distinctive viewpoints he has. We also talk about his Christian experience and about the unity we can have despite the differences we have. Jamie

Sun spent her first 30 years in China and came to the United States to pursue her master’s degree.  We talk about her belief that there is something more than the naturalistic world, differences between China and the United States, experiencing Christian churches, and meaningful relationships with other people. Sun

Fabian Fabian is from Columbia and wants to serve God by serving others so that they might know God’s love and peace.

I sit down with my daughter’s Ellie and Gracie and we talk about parenting.  I share what my own philosophy of parenting was when my children were young, what I think we did right, what I think we did wrong, etc.  Ellie, a parent of two, talks about parenting her children and what she’s learnt from attachment theory. Will, Gracie, Ellie

RJ and his wife, Matty, are staying in my Airbnb just down the street.  We talk about their life style of traveling, RJ’s approach to day-to-day life, God, and having children. RJ

Joel is a professor and student of philosophy, currently working toward his PhD.  We talk about what philosophy is, some philosophical questions concerning the Christian faith, Alvin Plantinga, David Hume, and day-to-day philosophical pursuits for the common person. Joel

Aaron and I talk about sensing God, relationships and personal growth. Aaron

Tryna’s life was changed when she came to the end of herself and God “washed her on the inside”.  Since she has lived a full life of serving him. Tryna

The host of this conversation is my daughter, Ellie.  She recorded a conversation with her friend, Kim.

Erma, my mom, has severe macular degeneration.  We talk about her experience with it and her attitude of being grateful. Erma

Seth is an English teacher, well read, and rooted in the Christian faith.  We talk about all of that and more. Set

Sue lives in the Missouri Ozarks.  We talk about her life, her Christian faith, and gratefulness. Susan

Zach pastors a small country church in the Missouri Ozarks.  We talk about his confidence in the Christian faith because of his experience of God.  We also talk about the Bible, stories, living with a focus on God, and about starting with Christianity if you have a desire for it. Pastor Zach

Sarah is the mother of 4 young children, wife to my son, Billy, and lives on the  Texas/Mexico border at the Rio Grande Bible College campus.  We talk about what Sarah likes about God, her experience of caring for an elderly woman, love, growing, discipline, mothering, and more. Sarah

My son, Billy, and I talk about what who should be considered a brother or sister Christian, the Christian church being divided into denominations, and the New Testament teaching of unity. Billy

Ellie interviews Deacon Dave about his Catholic Faith, what it means to him, and how it differs from other religions

Paula was a home school mom of 4 boys but is enjoying a different stage of life right now after her boys have become young men.  She has also been visiting churches of different faith traditions (currently visiting a Lutheran church) with her husband, Nevin.  We talk about all that and also Paula’s experience with God. Paula

Josh grew up in a family of 17 kids.  He talks about what that was like and the relationships he has with his siblings.  We also talk about what Christianity is like for him. Josh

Rob is chief operations officer for Lift Up the Vulnerable, and organization who’s mission is to prevent the trafficking and oppression of vulnerable children and women and empower them to be change-makers in their communities.  We talk about Rob, his passion, Life Up the Vulnerable, and personal growth and love. The audio on my end sounds really bad.  Sorry.  I’m not sure what happene...

This episode may not be of much interest to you unless you know the Jackson’s personally.  Some of the kids talk about what it was like growing up in the Jackson home.

Kevin and Marissa talk about what their lives are all about, what makes them unique, and challenges in life. Kevin has suffered from Lyme disease for 10 years and talks about what that has been like and how it has changed him. Kevin and Marissa

Matt McGuinnis has a strong interest in minimalism, which I can identify with as well.  We talk about how it can be helpful, and Matt’s experience with it. Matt McGinnis

Abby and Ellie talk about Abby’s life, how she came to cherish her faith, and her current battles with depression and anxiety. Ellie and Abby

John is in his 70’s and has a seasoned view of life that I admire.  We talk about his upbringing, his approach to life now, the things that he enjoys, and his Christianity. John

Tyler, my neighbor and a licensed therapist, answer my questions about my own awkwardness in physical connection.  We talk about relationships and how we structure our time. Tyler