The Upside Down Podcast

If you’re a new Christian, where should you start—Bible reading, prayer, fasting, or worship? In this episode of The Upside Down Podcast , we dive into why prayer is the heartbeat of our walk with Jesus and how it shapes every other discipline. We also talk about the role of worship, scripture memorization, and fasting in building intimacy with God and strengthening your faith.

How can Christians pursue emotional health while staying rooted in Jesus? In this episode, we unpack the importance of mental and spiritual rhythms for followers of Christ, drawing inspiration from Pete Scazzero’s The Emotionally Healthy Leader and Emotionally Healthy Spirituality . We share real stories about dealing with anxiety, depression, comparison, and shame — and how practices like Sabbath...

In this special bonus episode of The Upside Down Kingdom Podcast, we sit down with Sarah Conway, Director of Autism Ministry at North Way Christian Community, to talk about inclusion, belonging, and making the Gospel accessible to all. Sarah shares her personal journey into disability ministry, the importance of creating welcoming spaces for individuals with disabilities, and how the church can re...

How should Christians think about physical health —and what does it have to do with rest and joy? In Episode 13, we start with a candid conversation about fitness, body image, and stewardship of our bodies , and then dive into a family vacation that sparked a deeper discussion: Should we try to create more “perfect” moments—or see them as gifts? We cover: Should Christians care about their physica...

In this powerful bonus episode of the Upside Down Podcast, host Juan sits down with Mike Bailey—husband, father of 11, and spiritual mentor—to explore a topic that’s rarely discussed in church circles: God’s design for family planning. Following up on Episode 7, we dive deeper into the biblical foundations, spiritual convictions, and personal experiences that led Mike and his wife to surrender con...

In this powerful episode, we ask a bold and often overlooked question: Should Christians be praying for world peace? 🌎 Join us for a raw and thought-provoking conversation as we explore what the Bible really says about war, peace, suffering, and the purpose of prayer in today’s world. We dig into:Whether praying for global peace is biblical—or misguided 🙏The role of spiritual warfare and God’s j...

In this episode, we dive deep into real and raw Christian dating advice for young adults, college students, and high schoolers navigating relationships. Whether you're single, dating, or waiting on God, this conversation covers the practical and spiritual wisdom you need. We tackle:🔴 Common red flags in Christian dating (including missionary dating)📖 Why being equally yoked matters more than you...

In this episode of the podcast, we dive deep into the impact of Christian scandals, asking tough questions: Are public failures of pastors and worship leaders ultimately harmful or helpful to the global church? How do we navigate the fine line between accountability and Christian gossip in a culture obsessed with exposure and celebrity? We also explore the role of entertainment in the life of a Ch...

What makes a true Christian friendship? How can we build authentic, gospel-centered community in a world full of isolation and surface-level relationships? In this episode, we explore the biblical foundations of trust, authenticity, and vulnerability in friendship, and how confession and grace foster healing and intimacy. We also unpack Hebrews 10:26 and address the controversial topic of sinless...

In this compelling bonus episode of The Upside Down Podcast, hosts Juan and Ceddie dive deeper into the topic of pornography addiction, following their most-watched episode, “Ep. 3 On Serving the Church. Healing Miracles, and the Church vs. Porn.” With honest conversation, biblical truth, and real-life experience, they explore how Christians can find freedom from porn, and what role the church sho...

In this powerful episode of our Christian podcast, we dive into real stories of how faith evolves over time. Join us for an honest, thought-provoking conversation about changing beliefs, Christian theology, and spiritual growth. We explore major shifts in doctrine—like moving from a strict view of predestination to embracing both free will and God’s sovereignty. We also unpack spiritual gifts like...

In this fiery episode of The Upside Down Podcast we dive into the question of giving. Whether it is financial giving, time, service, kindness, generosity--Christians are called to give of themselves freely, but is this a common practice among believers or are there obstacles or hidden beliefs in our heart that drive us toward hoarding and selfishness? We then look at God's design for the famil...

In this insightful episode of our Christian podcast, we welcome Sam, a Geneva College worship leader and emerging Christian music artist , for an honest conversation on how faith, Scripture, and culture collide . We tackle big questions like: How do Christians balance biblical objectivity vs. personal subjectivity ? What role should denominational traditions play in our faith journey? Is it okay f...

In this deeply reflective and hilariously honest episode, the crew kicks things off with a fun icebreaker: “Which actor would play you in a movie about your life?” From Zac Efron to Jack Black to Timothée Chalamet, the responses are as unexpected as they are entertaining. But the heart of the episode goes even deeper. The guys open up about the works of art—films, music, and more—that have profoun...

In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into the tension between living a quiet, humble life and boldly proclaiming faith, inspired by 1 Thessalonians 4:11. Join us as we explore personal stories of spiritual growth, discuss the challenges of balancing ambition with humility, and unpack societal idols like self-worship, materialism, and comfort. Discover practical ways to live authentically, na...

The boys are finally back with episode 3, but the wait is worth it with almost 2 hours of conversation. On this episode the boys discuss how much should a Christian be serving in church? Also, does God still perform healing miracles? Finally, does the Church have to do something about the problem of pornography affecting so many christians? We hope that you are blessed by the conversation. Don't b...

Juan, Jeremiah, and Ceddie reunite for episode 2 with more big questions and a big discussion. Should the way we pray be determined by our circumstances? Does God care if our worship services are excellent? Do unnecessary things get in the way of godliness? We hope you are blessed by this discussion and will connect with us to continue the conversation.

Ceddie, Juan, and Jeremiah introduce the Christian Guys Talk Christian Stuff Podcast and enter into a discussion on gratitude, do christians use the prompting of the Spirit to make poor decisions, and why is it so hard to find a christian mentor?? We hope you are blessed by this discussion and will connect with us to continue the conversation. We appreciate you hitting that like and subscribe butt...