The WellCast

With an election looming, social media continually dividing, and our country seemingly more polarised than ever, where does the church stand this year? Melissa's former professor, Dr. Gerry Breshears, zooms in to give his perspective on the biggest threats to the American church in 2024.

One of the biggest questions of the Christian faith is if God is good, why do bad things happen? Melissa's former professor, Dr. Gerry Breshears, zooms in to discuss the theology of suffering. There are two schools of thought: who to blame for suffering and how to suffer well.

Mental health is sometimes a taboo topic in the Church. Ben Carr, LMFT, joins Jordan and Melissa to continue the conversation on mental health in the church and the difference between an imperfect church and an unhealthy church when it comes to this topic.

Mental health is sometimes a taboo topic in the Church. Austin Hall joins Jordan and Melissa to talk about his experience growing up in the Church with chronic mental illness. They discuss medication, suicidal thoughts, the sovereignty of God, as well as the difference between an imperfect church and an unhealthy church when it comes to mental health. Manna by Chris Renzema Surprised by Hope by NT...

Jordan and Melissa talk with The Well's Marriage Ministry Coordinators. Joseph and Ebony Ramirez share about God's faithfulness in their marriage.

There is a lot of tension in the world and the Church in an election year. So how do we represent Christ well when discussing politics? Jack Shiflett continues the conversation with hosts Melissa and Jordan to practically discuss how allegiance to Christ informs everything.

There is a lot of tension in the world and the Church in an election year. So how do we represent Christ well when discussing politics? Jack Shiflett joins hosts Melissa and Jordan to practically discuss how allegiance to Christ informs everything.

God uses conflict as a constant opportunity to grow in Christ-likeness. There are times when choosing conflict is the most loving thing to do. Dave Obwald joins hosts Melissa and Jordan to continue the discussion on how to reframe how we view conflict and practical ways to speak the truth in love.

Dealing with conflict the way Jesus invites us to can be massively transformative. God uses conflict as a constant opportunity to grow in Christ-likeness. Dave Obwald joins hosts Melissa and Jordan to discuss how to reframe how we view conflict and gives practical tools to work towards resolving conflict versus winning.

The best way for kids to come to know Jesus is in the home. We can all agree that the primary disciple-makers are parents, but how do we do that? Kids Ministry Director Jordan Niles joins Jordan and Melissa to walk through a framework for family discipleship including intentional time with God, everyday conversations, circles of influence, radical hospitality, and marked moments.

Jordan Hogue and Melissa Danisi are hosting a Q&A answering the questions you submitted! Jen Bell, Christy Manning, and Grace Berg share their honest experiences about the pressure and expectations of being a pastor's wife, the difficulties of being married to someone in full-time ministry, and sharing some of their hot takes.

Jordan Hogue and Melissa Danisi are hosting a Q&A answering the questions you submitted! Pastors Mike Slayden, Kevin Manning, and Matt Berg will be sharing their honest experiences about the joys and difficulties of pastoral ministry, offering pro tips on fatherhood and raising girls, and sharing some of their hot takes.

When we look at rules of life, it's easy to believe that spiritual practices are what cause fruit. Matt and Grace Berg join host Jordan Hogue to discuss the Holy Spirit's work through foundational practices, the freedom found in obedience, and how small daily practices can rebel against the worldly pace of life and simultaneously celebrate the work of God.

Giving is much more than donating money. Dorina Gilmore-Young joins hosts Melissa Danisi and Jordan Hogue to discuss generosity, hospitality, and radical welcoming. Dive into why giving is a critical foundational practice to a healthy spiritual life.

The Bible calls us to serve. But what does that practically look like in a modern world with families, jobs, church, and everything in between? Serving can often feel like sacrificing free time. David and Molly DeFrank join Melissa to discuss gospel-motivated service and how that changes in light of eternity.

We each have an individual part to play within the larger body of Christ, but this does not always look like traditional ministry. So, what does it look like when our passions, talents, and spiritual gifts align? Alex Register and Rosa Torres join host Melissa Danisi to discuss living on purpose.

What does it look like to experience the freedom and victory that Christ promises? And how is that possible if difficult circumstances don't go away? Dave Obwald and Mallory Mueller share their stories as they discuss what ongoing freedom looks like in the face of ongoing suffering.

We all know that we were not created to do this life alone. But what does community actually look like in the midst of a busy life? Meghann Bianchi and Trevor Saephan join host Melissa Danisi to discuss what it means to intentionally pursue community.

What is the power of your story, and how does sharing it lead us closer to Christ? There is a reason the Bible is not just a list of truths but is taught through a story. Shanah Wisely joins Jordan and Melissa to discuss the foundational practice of sharing your story.

Dave Obwald joins Jordan and Melissa to discuss the foundational practice of embracing the gospel.

We are kicking off a new series on the Foundational Practices of being a Christian and how to build a life in community. Melissa and Jordan discuss what these practices are and the importance of living these practices out as a church body.

In this episode, we get to know our new WellCast co-host, Melissa Danisi! Melissa shares about her life and walk with Christ, from not growing up in a Christian home to graduating from seminary.

In this episode, we say farewell to host Mike Cirricione as he moves to Tennessee.

How do you make tough decisions? Or how do you decide between two good choices? In Proverbs 3:5-6 God promises that if we pursue Him, He will make our paths straight. In this episode, Mike and Jordan talk about determining God's will and the comfort in God's promise to guide us.

In John 3, Jesus promises to go and prepare a place for his followers. Mike and Jordan discuss common misconceptions of heaven and the beauty of what Jesus actually promises.