Free And Light

This episode is an invitation to put the practice of surrender into action. Picking up where we left off, Tim and Josh lead us through a guided listening exercise designed to create a moment of stillness and connection with God. In this episode, we will: Quietly settle our hearts and minds, inviting God's presence into our space. Reflect on the areas where we are holding onto control—the very thin...

In a world that tells you to hustle harder and take control, what if the secret to a truly free and light life is found in letting go? This episode of Free And Light is the culmination of our season-long journey to look beneath the surface of our lives. We'll explore why our relentless need for control often stems from a lack of trust in God, leading to a life of chaos and exhaustion. Drawing from...

Are you wrestling with the idol of control? In this guided listening experience, we invite you to settle your heart and mind, acknowledging that while safety and security are good desires, they make a terrible god. Through a series of reflective questions, we'll create space for God to speak directly into your tendencies to control, helping you identify what keeps you from fully trusting Him. Prep...

We all crave a sense of order, but what happens when that desire for control becomes an idol? In this episode, Kelli shares a deeply relatable story about wrestling with control in her own life – trying to guide her daughter's future when God had a different plan. We'll unmask how this "sneaky idol" manifests, from perfectionism to anxiety, and explore how it silently declares, "I know better than...

The lies we believe about ourselves and God often run deep, especially concerning comfort. This guided listening episode will lead you beneath the surface, inviting you to release control and allow God to illuminate areas where the idol of comfort has taken root. Awareness Questions: 1. where in life do I often respond with impulsive behavior? 2. What are the biggest contributors to stress in my l...

Ever find yourself reaching for distractions, avoiding tough conversations, or simply wanting to be "not bothered"? These might be signs of the comfort idol at work. This episode unmasks how our pursuit of immediate gratification and freedom from stress can quietly rot our hearts, leading to an unfulfilled, diminished life. Join us to discover how to break free from the comfort trap. Topics discus...

Idols cannot simply be removed, they must be replaced. That begins with being still and ends with our ability to listen to what God has to say. Find a quiet place with no distractions; and then begin to take a few deep breaths… Awareness Questions: 1. Where do my thoughts effortlessly go when nothing is demanded of me? 2. Am I able to be authentic and real with others? 3. What impact does rejectio...

We often chase what feels good on the surface, but what if the real drive comes from something far deeper? In this episode, we're diving into the source idol of approval – that intense, often subconscious, desire to be loved and respected by others above all else. This isn't just about affirmation; it's about a deep-seated longing that, if left unchecked, can quietly displace God in your heart. We...

We invite you to join us for a guided experience that will help you uncover the deeper sources of idolatry in your life. This episode will lead you through a process of settling, releasing control, and listening to God's voice as we explore our longing for power and influence. We'll ask God to reveal the recurring pain points that need His healing touch and to speak the truth of who we are in Him....

Our identity and purpose is supposed to be found in God. However, in our quest for a meaningful life we can often easily grasp for power and influence in areas that we were never meant to pursue. We wind up making good things ultimate things and displacing God on his throne. What could happen if you allowed God to access this part of your heart and speak to you? Topics discussed in this episode: T...

If we want to live the life that Jesus offers, we need to ask questions around why we do the things that we do. In this episode settle your mind, body, and soul and let us guide you through the practice of surrender. Topics discussed in this episode: Guided settling Lectio Divina Guided listening Be Still and Listen Questions : 1. Where do my thoughts effortlessly go when nothing is demanded of me...

What do you worship? What absorbs your heart and imagination to the point that life would hardly be worth living without it? Idols are anything that take the place of God in our lives; and they arise out of a belief that God is not enough and that something about his character is not trustworthy. In this episode we explore the realities of surface and source idols and how they cause chaos in our l...

IIn this episode, we guide you through a practice of settling your mind, body, and soul, creating a sacred space to hear God's voice. Uncover what He has to say about your deepest desires and longings. Find a quiet place and let us guide you. Topics discussed in this episode: Guided settling Guided listening Be Still and Listen Questions : Jesus, what is (rising) to the surface right now? Jesus, w...

In this episode we ask the question “when life happens where do we go and what do we do?” As we journey deeper with God we discover that we all have longings that have gone unfulfilled. The truth is that our ability to love others is directly tied to having our own needs met and sometimes the places we find ourselves are a means of escape or relief from the life that we’re living. What do we do wh...

To fully embrace the life Jesus offers, we need to look deeper into our lives. With God's help, we can understand what influences our actions and experiences, whether positive or negative and close the gap between the life we are living and the life that God has for us. Topics discussed in this episode: What have we been learning about or obsessed with lately? Josh makes better life choices Tim ro...

Life becomes difficult when our misaligned motivations lead to our inability to see God clearly and to hear his voice. In this episode, Tim and Josh discuss what happens when lies lead to our desire to run away from God; and what we can do to remain at home with God. Topics discussed in this episode: We look back over this season and share some of our favorite moments God's plan vs the enemy’s pla...

How do we pursue healing, restoration, and ultimately wholeness in Jesus in light of uncovering the lies that we have been told by the enemy? In this episode we talk about the reality that we have an active part to play in our healing and wholeness; and when we invite Jesus into the process He leads us through it. Topics discussed in this episode: Who did we want to be when we grew up? Lies are of...

What if you discovered that you have been living in agreement with the enemy? Would you want to break that agreement and live in freedom, pursuing wholeness with God? Of course you would! In this episode we discover together how to break agreements and walk in freedom and truth with God. Topics discussed in this episode: We all share our church of origin background Our experiences help shape and f...

In moments of trauma the enemy will present us with an alternative reality (a lie) that goes against the truth of God. In this episode Kelli shares the origin story of when fear entered into her life and we discuss the impact that lies can have on us through the words “always, never, and can’t”. Topics discussed in this episode: Our adventure in Estes Park, CO Lies and agreements How the enemy use...

God has a plan for your life… so does the enemy. We all believe things that are not true. Unfortunately we are often unaware of the plans of the enemy and how lies have impacted our lives. Do you believe that there is a spiritual battle happening and you are caught in the middle? Topics discussed in this episode: Lies and Agreements How to identify what is true and what is a lie The Devil, the wor...

Pain often causes us to attempt to fix things on our own; but it’s impossible to see ourselves, others, and our circumstances clearly in the moment. Thankfully we are not alone; God is with us in our most painful moments and is the only one who can give us what we need. Topics discussed in this episode: What is the most physically painful moment of your life? What happens when we are in pain and u...

When we develop the self-awareness to identify all that we are carrying with us then and only then are we able to ask Jesus to give us the clarity that we need to discern what is true; and what is a lie. Topics discussed in this episode: Traveling light and the essentials vs compulsive over-packer Flying on an airplane with…scissors  We often don’t know what we are carrying with us Toxic self...

Description Often, we become so absorbed in our own lives and agendas that we fail to see beyond our immediate circumstances. But what if we could pause, be fully present, and perceive others as God does? Imagine the impact if we made ourselves available in each moment for God to work through us. Topics discussed in this episode: Our BIGGEST pet peeves  Fall in New York City Bill’s encounter...

We often take on more than we are capable of in life; and we often attempt to lead our lives under our own power, even when we have heard time and time again that apart from Jesus we can do nothing. This episode explores what Jesus means when he speaks about the abiding life and what it means to remain in Him. Topics Discussed in this Episode: The best piece of leadership advice we’ve ever receive...

Most of the time we control the outcome and often don’t think to ask God what HE has to say about our circumstances. It’s difficult to remember that God knows our circumstances better than we do. His plan is beyond our imagination! Topics Discussed in this Episode: Our greatest high school sports moment! Kelli dances in Paris, Josh plays basketball for the first time, Bill buys his own highlight r...