STUCK IN THE MESSY

Here at the Life Center, we want to see God, ourselves, and others in the correct light so that our service is effective, loving, and rightly motivated. That’s why we came up with service ideals to help us remember why we do what we do and that God is ultimately in control of it all. Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Erin Marken as we discuss our ninth and tenth ideals and share Life Cent...

Here at the Life Center, we want to see God, ourselves, and others in the correct light so that our service is effective, loving, and rightly motivated. That’s why we came up with service ideals to help us remember why we do what we do and that God is ultimately in control of it all. Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Troy Baute as we discuss our seventh and eighth ideals and share Life Ce...

Here at the Life Center, we want to see God, ourselves, and others in the correct light so that our service is effective, loving, and rightly motivated. That’s why we came up with service ideals to help us remember why we do what we do and that God is ultimately in control of it all. Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest, Joni Ann Morella, as we discuss our fifth and sixth ideals and share Li...

Here at the Life Center, we want to see God, ourselves, and others in the correct light so that our service is effective, loving, and rightly motivated. That’s why we came up with service ideals to help us remember why we do what we do and that God is ultimately in control of it all. Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Mauricio Carbone as we discuss our third and fourth ideals and share Lif...

Here at the Life Center, we want to see God, ourselves, and others in the correct light so that our service is effective, loving, and rightly motivated. That’s why we came up with service ideals to help us remember why we do what we do and that God is ultimately in control of it all. Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Shannon Laney as we discuss our first two ideals! 📧 Do you feel unsure...

At the Life Center, we believe that being vulnerable with our struggles and stories can draw us closer to one another and to God. In this episode, you’ll hear from our friend Patricia as she shares snippets of her life and the Life Center’s role in it. Thank you for trusting us with your story, Patricia! 📧 Do you feel unsure how to connect with someone holding a cardboard sign? Email us at  info@...

2025 brought many opportunities for God to put his faithfulness on display! Join Micah, Christa, and our fellow Life Center staff members Dianna Fox, Jose Vega, and Brian Laney as we reflect on what God has been doing in the ministry, in our clients, and in our own hearts this year. 📧 Do you feel unsure how to connect with someone holding a cardboard sign? Email us at  info@lifecenterlittleton.or...

Christians talk about serving a lot: serving at church, serving at an organization or event, serving our families and neighbors…but what does Scripture have to say? Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Caleb Romberger as we jump back to the Old Testament and look at the Hebrew words עָבַד (ʿāvad) and שָׁרַת (šārat) and the Aramaic word פְּלַח (pelach) and what they tell us about godly servic...

Unlike other gods worshiped around the world, our God is one who serves! But what is service, exactly? How do the fruits of the Holy Spirit play into service? Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest, Lindsy Robinson, as we discuss how these fruits sweeten our service to others. 📧 Do you feel unsure how to connect with someone holding a cardboard sign? Email us at  info@lifecenterlittleton.org...

Maybe he’ll be offended. Maybe it’s not the right time to share with her. If you’ve ever felt prompted to have a spiritual conversation but held back because of doubts like these, you’re not alone! Join Micah, Christa, and our fellow Life Center staff member Brian Laney as we discuss what makes a conversation “spiritual” and how to have these conversations while serving others. 📧 Do you feel unsu...

At the Life Center, we understand we cannot meet every need, nor should we try to. That's why we partner with other local organizations to best serve our clients! Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Matt Melsen as we discuss Matt’s work with the Hornbuckle Foundation—and how the simple act of showing up for people can change lives! 📧 Do you feel unsure how to connect with someone holding a...

Unlike the religious leaders of his day, Jesus didn’t keep messy people or situations at arm’s length. In fact, he went out of his way to rub shoulders with messy people. Join Micah, Christa, and our returning guest Tyler Peterson as we discuss what it means to jump into the messy like Jesus. 📧 Do you feel unsure how to connect with someone holding a cardboard sign? Email us at  info@lifecenterli...

What does it mean to be needy? How should we respond to those in need? Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Tyler Peterson as we explore this topic through different biblical lenses, from the Garden of Eden to the Gospels to our future home in heaven. 📧 Do you feel unsure how to connect with someone holding a cardboard sign? Email us at  info@lifecenterlittleton.org , and we will send you s...

At the Life Center, we understand we cannot meet every need, nor should we try to. That's why we partner with other local organizations to best serve our clients! Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Patricia Martin as we discuss Patricia’s work with the Justice and Mercy Legal Aid Center and how to best support clients experiencing legal challenges. 📧 Do you feel unsure how to connect with...

When we see a homeless individual at church, we often feel at a loss. Should we try to interact with the person? If so, how? What do we talk about? Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Tamara Horton as we discuss ways to step outside of our normal church circles to connect with homeless friends. 📧 Do you feel unsure how to connect with someone holding a cardboard sign? Email us at  info@lif...

At the Life Center, we understand we cannot meet every need, nor should we try to. That's why we partner with other local organizations to best serve our clients! Join Christa and our special guest Shellene Martinez as we discuss her work with the Littleton homeless community: their struggles, their barriers, and the beauty they bring to the world. ============================= Stuck In The Messy:...

Through the Mission Hills Ministry Development Program (MDP), the Life Center welcomed the lovely Kathryn Lewis for an 8-month residency last fall. In this episode, Kathryn joins Micah and Christa to discuss her experiences at the Life Center—the ups, downs, and everything in between. You won’t want to miss it! ============================= Stuck In The Messy: Channel Credits =====================...

Humility is usually celebrated as a positive character trait…but what exactly is humility? Is it just self-deprecation? What does it mean to humbly serve others as Jesus did? Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Erin Marken as we dive into this topic and kick off our third season of Stuck in the Messy! ============================= Scripture Reference ============================= 📖 Philipp...

When trying to help someone in need, where do you start? What boundaries should you set? How do you know when the resource-navigating process is over? Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Abbey Davis as we tackle these questions and more! ============================= MISHAPS Acronym ============================= ➕ Mental health ➕ Income ➕ Strength ➕ Housing ➕ Addiction ➕ Paperwork ➕...

True service is relational, which means it can also be messy! As we seek to serve the homeless, what does it mean to walk alongside them in practical ways? What does a long-term friendship look like? Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Joni Ann Morella as we discuss our experiences and give tips for navigating long-term relationships with homeless friends. ============================= Stuc...

In the first three Beatitudes in Matthew 5, Jesus upends our idea of who will experience the good life. The good life, He tells us, belongs not to the wealthy, the powerful, or the gifted; rather, it belongs to the poor in spirit, the grieving, and the meek. In response to this shocking revelation, our staff created a series of “beatitudes” reflecting how God has shifted our perspectives here at t...

Our God is amazingly generous, often giving us undeserved blessings. However, He also frequently asks us to gain a reward through work. As we try to reflect God’s character to others, how should these two principles play out in our relationships? When should we practice no-strings-attached generosity, and when should we let someone sow and reap their own reward? We invite you to join Micah, Christ...

Many of us compartmentalize our lives like a pie: one slice for church, one for work, one for family, and so on. But what if our “pie” became more like a “smoothie,” with the spiritual infusing every part of our lives? Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest John Hannig as we discuss the unpredictable beauty that comes when we say to God, “Your day, Your way.” ============================= SHOW...

When someone asks for help, many of us jump into “fix-it mode” to solve the problem. While this may seem like a necessary response, it can also harm both the help-giver and receiver. Join Micah and Christa as we discuss how to identify and fight fix-it mode! You also won’t want to miss an extended interview with one of our Life Center friends. ============================= SHOW NOTES =============...

Many of us feel unsure how to respond when we see someone holding a cardboard sign. Should we smile and wave? Give money, toiletries, or food? Look straight ahead? If you’ve ever faced this dilemma, this episode is for you! Join Micah, Christa, and our special guest Randy Fowler as we discuss our experiences interacting with homeless friends on street corners and offer tips for doing it well! ====...