Everything Is Better Than You Think

This is the final episode of our season on the Enneagram, talking about Enneagram 9.

Enneagram 8 is the topic for this week's discussion.

Enneagram 7 is discussed by the Johns' brothers in this episode.

Join us for a discussion on Enneagram 6, the Guardian.

Enneagram 5 is discussed by the Johns' brothers in this episode.

In this episode, the Johns' brothers discuss Enneagram 4.

Listen as the Johns Brothers discuss the strengths and weaknesses of number 1 on the Enneagram, the Perfectionist.

Listen as the Johns Brothers discuss the strengths and weaknesses of number 2 on the Enneagram, the Helper.

Listen as the Johns Brothers discuss the strengths and weaknesses of number 3 on the Enneagram, the Achiever.

In this concluding episode, the Johns' brothers look at Jesus' final words about building a life that can withstand the storms. 

"Do not judge" and the power of the request--these are the two powerful teachings of Jesus we look at in this episode. 

Jesus said, "Do not worry." A teaching much easier said than done! In this episode, we talk about how to reduce worry and lean into a trust in the goodness of God and life.

In this episode, learn about what it means to "live your life before the audience of One." Also, the Johns' brothers take you through the Lord's prayer and the deeper meaning in embedded in each phrase of this most famous prayer.

Jesus taught, "Let your 'yes' be 'yes' and your 'no' be 'no.'" In this episode, the Johns' brothers discuss how following this advice can transform your life and set you free.

Right out of the gate, Jesus addresses sex and violence, two issues that underpin so much of the great pain and suffering in our world. Imagine a world where they are managed in a healthy way! It's almost impossible. Listen to learn how you can manage these powerful desires and become more healthy and happy as you do so.

In episode two, the Johns brothers discuss this new religion and spirituality that Jesus presents to His listeners.  It's very different than what most of us realize.

Rick and Will Johns are back in their new season focused on Jesus' teaching in His famous Sermon on the Mount.  The catalyst for these episodes is Dallas Willard's classic book, The Divine Conspiracy, where he leads his readers through an in-depth and refreshing commentary on how incredibly relevant Jesus' teaching is for today.

In this final episode, we discuss the final pillar of happiness, Meaningful Work. Do you wish your job was more meaningful and rewarding? Learn how to improve the meaning of your work and life in this episode.  Thank you to Arthur C. Brooks for his meaningful work on happiness and sharing these insights in his book, Building the Life You Want.

The third pillar of happiness is Friendships. While this pillar may seem obvious, it is the one most often neglected and treated like a luxury, not a necessity.

The second pillar of happiness is Family. The Johns brothers share we can lean into the foundation of family to increase our happiness, even when our family may have some relational challenges.

In this episode, we switch our discussion to the four pillars of happiness, focusing on faith in this episode.

We continue our conversation on the four idols that rob of us happiness-- in this episode discussing the idols of pleasure and money.

In this season, the Johns brothers discuss four pillars of happiness that can greatly add to your quality of life, along with four idols than can steal your happiness. This season is based on the work of Harvard Happiness researcher and author, Arthur C. Brooks.

In this season finale, the Johns' brothers discuss pain, pleasure, and spirituality. How do we find the balance with pain and pleasure on the spiritual journey? 

Truth-telling is a powerful part of living in the healthy balance of pain and pleasure. Learn why you need to pay more attention to this powerful practice.