Every Effort Podcast

If you make yourself excessively busy, then you must be successful… right? In a culture where working hard predominates rest or play, we find ourselves caught up in an endless cycle of exhaustion and burnout. Where in the world is the encouragement to just REST? Well, it's in this episode. So sit back, relax, and get ready to learn. Rest requires you to choose and initiate it. Scalp Massager: http...

Are you living paycheck to paycheck? Not sure where to start with your money? Worried about not being able to afford an emergency expense? All of this is avoidable with responsible, disciplined money habits that Matt and Jos share on this week's episode. No matter where you're at with money, these tips are essential as you start out your young adult life! Financial freedom is just a play button aw...

Understanding our habits involves a lot of self-reflection, research, and sometimes trial and error. What are you struggling to change in your life? Learning how your habits work and why you repeat the same things over and over is a great step to truly start making some headway! This week, Matt and Jos share what they have learned about human behavior when it comes to habits discuss the question:...

Writing a good resume is tough. Thankfully, Jos and Matt have collected today's best tips for writing one! In this episode, they discuss their recommendations for preparing an effective resume, tailored to today's best practices. Whether you're looking for a new job or happy where you're at, you should always prepare yourself for your next professional move. Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink: htt...

Have you ever walked into a church and felt out of place? Almost like you didn’t belong? Perhaps you lead a group at your church and wonder if you're harboring a safe and inclusive environment. In this episode, Matt and Jos address the cliques found in the church, why they form, how to navigate them, and more. Let's stop these seemingly endless cycles of exclusivity and love like Jesus does! Moles...

Is commitment really that big of a deal in dating? Should we "define the relationship?" The answer is YES and Matt and Jos explain why you should not waste time wondering if someone is committed to you. At the end of the day, we all deserve the love, clarity, and commitment that God gives us and the next step is finding someone who agrees. MyProtein Whey Protein: https://amzn.to/3gVd9eX Instagram...

Your truth is your truth and my truth is my truth. Or is it? It can be hard to navigate conversations in a world where it feels like everyone is divided all of the time. This is why it's so important to ground ourselves in THE truth and remind ourselves to question even our own thoughts and emotions. This episode, Matt and Jos explore the movement of "Your Truth vs My Truth" and whether it is, wel...

Where are all the young people at? Do you attend church and are wonder where your peers are at? Then send this episode over to them ASAP.  Do you watch church online from home every week? Well it's time to get uncomfortable because Matt and Jos talk about the Millennials and Gen-Zers giving up on showing up to church in a post-covid world. Young people, we NEED you to show up more, but more i...

Speaking too little or speaking too much? This episode, Matt and Jos challenge the truth behind the phrase, "the less you say, the more you keep them guessing.” If you have a person in your life who is frustrating to communicate with or if you want to know if you're that person… listen in! This episode will help better define the communication style of mysterious people and how we should be respon...

Water, aliens, black holes, and the James Webb Telescope?? What does this all mean for the Christian faith and our day-to-day living? Matt and Jos ponder the recent adventures and future discoveries of deep space. Can we find meaning beyond this world and where is God in all of this? Are we as humans too engrossed in discovering something beyond Earth that we are neglecting the responsibilities we...

Quiet Quitting means slowing down and emotionally giving up on going the extra mile at work. Why do more than expected when you're not appreciated for it anyway? Can't I avoid burnout by attempting to achieve less? Matt and Jos talk about how this movement is affecting our attitudes, minds, and dreams. Feelings about the workplace are changing and we need a better way to respond to grievances, str...

Got someone to blame and need the green light (or the red light) to do so? This episode is all about who to blame, why we blame, and how to blame better. We can get blamed in the workplace for small and big mistakes alike, but what is a healthy amount of blame and when is blame taken too far? What about a significant other who is utterly annoyed at all you do and consistently blames you? Matt and...

Did we just learn something new about young adults and their relationship with alcohol? Or did we just hear everything we already knew? Matt and Jos present some interesting research findings about how to improve our health habits and why alcohol is beneficial for some, yet detrimental for others. Listen now to find out if your drinking habits are risking your physical, social, financial, and/or m...

Starting a new job/position soon? THINKING about starting a new one soon? BREATHING about starting a new one soon?? Here's some advice to get you started on the right foot and prepare you mentally for what's ahead. Matt and Jos will share tips they've personally used to get promoted on the job or noticed by other companies. More importantly, how can we properly steward the new positions God gave u...

What challenging questions do you have about Christianity? This week, Matt and Jos share basic apologetics about the Bible, address trending questions that challenge the Christian faith, and share supporting and logical reasons behind their beliefs. Christians, Atheists, Agnostics, come all to this 2-part series. Listen to last week's episode to catch up! If you have a question you'd like answered...

What challenging questions do you have about Christianity? This week, Matt and Jos share basic apologetics about the Bible, address trending questions that challenge the Christian faith, and share supporting and logical reasons behind their beliefs. Christians, Atheists, Agnostics, come all to this 2-part series. If you have a question you'd like answered or explored, let us know below! Instagram:...

College is an exciting time involving so many future life decisions, but we don't always choose right the first time! In this episode, Matt and Jos talk about some of their biggest college regrets and what they would have done differently. From choosing colleges, to being involved on campus, what would you have changed about your college experience? Listen and reflect on this episode. Moleskine Po...

Do you make mistakes and beat yourself up for them? Is your identity found in your mistakes? In this episode, Matt and Jos talk about why "you are who you are under stress" is both true and untrue. Even in stressful situations and reactions, there is hope and a path to come around. Our identities CAN be redeemed and God is on our side. Scalp Massager: https://amzn.to/3Nf3uMp Instagram: @everyeffor...

Even if you're not looking for an engagement ring, shopping for higher-priced goods is not easy, especially when it involves a third party such as the salesperson. Matt and Jos discuss the highs and lows of their experience engagement ring shopping and what they have learned about life and love through it all. Having gone to different shops and having met different salespeople, they narrow down wh...

Happy 4th of July week! When we think of the 4th, we think of freedom, but what do we have to do to REALLY find freedom? Does the Bible contradict what freedom is as being both loose and controlled? Hit that play button and free your time and ears to listen. Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink: https://amzn.to/3DkrpW5 Instagram: @everyeffortpodcast Facebook: @everyeffortpodcast Website: www.everyef...

Making wise relationship decisions is the best thing you can do for yourself and the other person. When it comes down to two people living together, Matt and Jos discuss the pros and cons of whether cohabitation helps make romantic relationships better or worse. Does living together make the most sense after delving into these real facts about it? Instagram: @everyeffortpodcast Facebook: @everyeff...

Waiting around for Mr. or Mrs. Right? STOP! This episode is an encouragement to all kinds of daters or wishful thinkers to do something today about what you want in life tomorrow. Getting out there and starting to date can be awkward, but Matt and Jos share how to make it easy, realistic, and hopeful. Now, stop waiting to listen!! Food Kitchen Scale: https://amzn.to/3DkrxF3 Instagram: @everyeffort...

Let's NOT be the fools in our conversations. We always want to be knowledgeable, truthful, and right. Unfortunately, our own prejudices get in the way of being the best we can be in our conversations. Matt and Jos share personal examples of prejudice in their lives, how we can pinpoint it, and how we can correct it. Self-awareness about our prejudice is key to more productive conversations. In som...

Hey Creepers, this one's for you! Matt and Jos talk about how to better manage lifestyle creep and spending habits as young adults earning incomes higher than when they were teens. It's not always easy to be on track with spending and saving, but take this episode as encouragement for your young financial journey! Bering Men's Athletic Socks: https://amzn.to/3TPMJKf Bering Women's Athletic Socks:...

Ah, the wonderful world of Costco. Samples, ginormous stuff, and amazing deals, what's not to love? Matt and Jos talk about the joy, memories, and deets of Costco, which is quickly becoming a fan favorite for young adults all over the world. Not a Costco fan? This episode may change your mind. Instagram: @everyeffortpodcast Facebook: @everyeffortpodcast Website: www.everyeffortpodcast.com