Not Crushing It

In Part 4 of the “How to Be Still” series, Emily and Isaac explore the spiritual surrender at the heart of Zechariah 4:6: “Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit,” says the Lord Almighty. Through the story of Zerubbabel and the rebuilding of the temple, this episode examines the tension between human effort and divine grace, reminding us that the Kingdom of God is never advanced through stri...

In Part 3 of our How to Be Still mini-series, we explore one of the hardest parts of stillness: our words. What does it mean to practice “Be Still My Mouth” in a world that rewards constant commentary, venting, reacting, and noise? Together, we unpack the biblical connection between stillness and speech—looking at the power of the tongue, the danger of restless words, and how silence can create sp...

In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, Isaac and Emily Gay begin a 3-part series on learning to “be still and know that He is God,” starting with the phrase "be still my mind." In this episode they unpack how worry often shapes our thoughts and behaviors. Together, they explore practical ways to take anxious thoughts captive, replace lies with God’s truth, and break free from th...

In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay explore what it really means to “be still.”Through personal story, biblical context, and honest reflection, Emily opens up about a moment when her body forced her to slow down—and how that physical stillness exposed a deeper struggle to trust God’s control over her life. What began as frustration turned into a profound invit...

Filmed LIVE at The Chapel during the Spark Conference—a young adult gathering— hosts Isaac and Emily Gay explore the powerful story of Moses and the burning bush. Together, they unpack the truth that in the wilderness, God prunes us and prepares us so that we can become carriers of His presence. What may feel like a delay or setback to us is often what God uses to form us —where identity is cement...

In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay explore the deep, pursuing love of God through the powerful story of Hosea—just in time for Valentine’s Day. As this cultural celebration of love approaches, this season can stir longing, gratitude, comparison, or even loneliness. Together, Isaac and Emily offer a hopeful perspective by turning to one of Scripture’s most viv...

In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay continue their conversation on biblical boldness with special guest Ashley Anderson—former missions pastor turned missionary to the Middle East—who brings both wisdom and real-world experience to the table. Ashley shares two practical, accessible tools to help you share the gospel with confidence, clarity, and genuine invita...

In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay follow up their conversation on biblical boldness and what that really looks like—especially when it comes to sharing the gospel. Using a past–present–future framework, Isaac and Emily name the real hindrances many of us face in living and speaking boldly about our faith. We can feel disqualified by our past, weighed down by...

In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, hosts Isaac and Emily Gay explore what biblical boldness really looks like—especially when it comes to sharing the gospel. Drawing from the account of Peter and John in Acts chapter 4, they unpack how true boldness is formed not through force or fear, but through intimacy with God. Isaac and Emily challenge the common misconception that being bold fo...

✨ Advent Reflection: Love — A Less Hype, More Hope ChristmasJoin Isaac and Emily for a worshipful Advent reflection on Love—the love that is both the source and fulfillment of all our waiting. In 1 John 4:9–12, we are reminded that love begins with God: not that we loved Him, but that He loved us, sending His Son so that we might live through Him. Our world often defines love by comfort and fulfi...

✨ Advent Reflection: Joy — A Less Hype, More Hope Christmas Join Isaac and Emily for a worshipful Advent reflection on Joy—a joy rooted not in circumstances, but in the nearness of God. In Luke 2:8–14, the shepherds hear the angel’s announcement: “I bring you good news of great joy.” Heaven breaks into the ordinary as the Savior is revealed, and peace is proclaimed on earth. Advent joy is not naï...

✨ Advent Week 2: Peace — A Less Hype, More Hope ChristmasJoin Isaac and Emily for a worshipful reflection on Peace—an invitation to slow down, breathe, and welcome the Prince of Peace into every area of your life this season. In Luke 2:1–7, we find ourselves in Bethlehem, where Jesus entered our world with no room available for Him. And yet, the One who was placed in a manger is the One who bring...

✨ Advent Week 1: Hope — A Less Hype, More Hope Christmas Join Isaac and Emily as we begin Advent with a simple, worshipful reflection on Hope—an invitation to a less hype, more hope Christmas season. Isaiah 9:2–7 reminds us that a great Light has dawned and that the Messiah carries the government—and our burdens—on His shoulders. Whatever feels heavy this Christmas, Christ has come to shatter eve...

In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast, Isaac and Emily explore the profound mystery of the Unveiling Stage—the moment when the Holy Spirit opens our eyes to the reality of Jesus and the beauty of the gospel. They unpack how revelation—not effort—initiates our journey with God, reshaping how we see Him, ourselves, and the world. They discuss the benefits of how this first stage of faith is...

In this episode, Isaac and Emily walk listeners through the Unraveling Stage , the stage of our faith journey where God lovingly exposes our false assumptions, misguided theology, and self-reliant patterns. They share how unraveling is not a sign of spiritual collapse but often the work of the Spirit sanctifying us—pruning what cannot bear fruit so that deeper trust can take root. Drawing from Scr...

In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast , Isaac and Emily explore the beauty of the Union Stage —the stage of faith marked by deep communion with Christ, trust in Him, experiencing the fruit of full surrender.  Isaac and Emily describe how, in this stage, believers often experience profound peace—not because they have “figured it all out” or have all the answers, but because they have learn...

In this episode of the Not Crushing It Podcast , hosts Isaac and Emily Gay unpack what it truly means to enter into faith in Jesus. They unpack the truth that saving faith isn’t something we earn—it’s a gift we receive. Yet, like any living thing, faith can grow and mature over time. Isaac and Emily explore this growth through three key stages of our walk with Jesus: the Unveiling Stage , the Unra...

In this inaugural episode of the Not Crushing It podcast, Emily and Isaac share about their journey of faith as followers of Jesus who found themselves confronted with the realities of their misconceptions about what being a disciple of Jesus really means. Through the process of asking what real hope in Jesus actually looks like, they share what they’ve discovered: following Jesus isn’t always “up...