Living Up In A Down World

Fasten your seatbelts because Jimmy and Annette's buckets are full and overflowing! God has been speaking life into their souls during their sabbatical and they want to encourage you to live up in a down world!

Have you ever wanted to just give up? If you are a human being, of course you have! So have we. On the other hand, there are some things we need to give up. Join us as we discuss what we really do need to give up in order to thrive and live up in a down world!

Jimmy and Annette share their first remote podcast episode from the beach! Lots to share with some major lifestyle decisions that may just help you too. Settle in and join the conversation.

Jimmy and Annette dive in to the deep waters of what it means to give up the right to withhold encouragement. It's more than hollow flattering words or blowing smoke. Join the conversation!

Jimmy and Annette discuss an important topic that all of us need to be reminded of often, "The Forgiveness Factor." Why? Because everyone has to deal with being hurt, broken, slandered, gossiped about, and/or traumatized. There is hope and we want to encourage you!

There comes a time when you need to see, to stay, and to stand! Join Jimmy and Annette as they unpack what God is doing regarding the hard and relevant things in this world.

Today’s episode deals with the issue of Fear in relation to God. Is all fear bad? We tend to think so, however, there is a healthy “fear of the Lord,” that leads to wisdom, life, and a more intimate relationship with Him. Here’s a hint, Fear as it relates to God means to be in awe of Him, to honor, revere, esteem, respect, and value Him more than anything or anyone else. Sit back, relax, and enjoy...

Jimmy and Annette are one week into their Sabbatical and settling into a new rhythm for a season of rest, recover, renewal, and restoration. Their son, Pastor Chris Pate of CityLife Church in Houston, joins them on the podcast for a deep dive into life as a ministry family and the challenge of meeting his new step-dad, Jimmy, at the age of 12. It’s not all unicorns and pixie dust, but it is good!

Have you ever felt like life is a lab class? Like your participating in some grand experiment? Join us as we take a look at life, faith, and how God tends to flip the script on our lives. Let's laugh, love, and live this life of faith together.

Jimmy and Annette share from the depths of pain, grace, and victory in the hopes that it will help you live up in a down world. You are loved!

Jimmy and Annette share their love of life, faith, and each other while living up in a down world.

Join Jimmy and Annette as they navigate the complex landscape of life with faith, hope, and love!

Join Jimmy and Annette as they navigate the complex landscape of life with faith, hope, and love!

Jimmy and Annette share their love of life, faith, and each other while living up in a down world.

Jimmy and Annette share their love of life, faith, and each other while living up in a down world.

Jimmy and Annette want to help you to find faith, hope, love, and laughter by living up in a down world.

Life is a mishmash of events and opportunities that come your way. Join Jimmy and Annette as they navigate the complexities of life while Living Up in a Down World.

Jimmy and Annette discuss the fact that nobody is perfect. Life is messy. We are messy. This is why we must understand that grace is our greatest hope for authentically living up in a down world.

"You should be ashamed of yourself!" Have you ever heard those words? Of course you have. We all have. Shame is like the final nail in the coffin of a joyful and wonderful life. We're here to let you know you can give shame the boot!

Jimmy and Annette go deep regarding the reality of how we see ourselves and the pain it can bring. What does the mirror say to you when you’re standing in front of it? Does it remind you of the mistakes you’ve made? Does it shame you because your body is changing? Does it tell you, “You will never be enough?” Jimmy and Annette get real and raw on this episode in the hopes that all will find encour...

Have you ever felt like life is a lab class? Like you're participating in some grand experiment? Join us as we take a look at life, faith, and how God tends to flip the script on our lives. Let's laugh, love, and live this life of faith together.

All of us are game-players at the end of the day. Some good, some not so good. What are the games people play and how do we navigate these games with grace?

Jimmy and Annette talk about the Mind Wars that barrage us on a daily basis. You are not alone. It is every person's battle. However, there is hope and there are tools to help you win the war of the mind.

Jimmy and Annette are at it again, telling stories on themselves that add spice to their crazy life together. Join us on the journey of faith and life, and hopefully somewhere along the way, there will be lots of laughter!

Join Jimmy and Annette on an adventure of bringing faith into the center of their lives as they navigate the complexities of this crazy world!