Theodyssey Podcast

What do we see around us? What do we sense God is doing in our midst? The responses to those questions fuel our vision for how we can partner with God. Why do we do what we do as a ministry? It has something to do with wildflowers.

SNAPSHOTS: Capturing the moments when God intersects our lives in a powerful way. Bianca knew how she wanted to celebrate her graduation. But it wasn't possible. Or so she thought. As the story unfolded through crazy coincidences, Bianca was convinced of a God who knows her and delights in her.

We continue our journey through Genesis 12:1-10 as we model the process of becoming Alive to God in Scripture. The possibilities are endless when we slow down and encounter God. In verses 7 through 10, Abraham shows us key concepts on how to follow God in the midst of the "ups and downs" of life. What does this relationship look like? How does the idea of building an altar apply in our current rea...

We continue our journey through Genesis 12:1-10 as we model the process of becoming Alive to God in Scripture. The possibilities are endless when we slow down and encounter God. What should we expect when we decide to follow Jesus? In verses 6 & 7, Abram arrives at his destination. The "prize" of trusting God. And what Abram encounters exposes our own assumptions of what following God should look...

We continue our journey through Genesis 12 as we model the process of becoming Alive to God in Scripture. The possibilities are endless when we slow down and encounter God. Abram is the epitome of faith within the Bible. But as we explore the obstacles he faces, it makes us examine our own definition and expectations when it comes to faith. What does it look like to walk by faith?

We continue our journey through Genesis 12 as we model the process of becoming Alive to God in Scripture. The possibilities are endless when we slow down and encounter God. This journey of Abram, continuing in vs. 2 & 3, poses some challenging questions about what it looks like to follow God. What is success? What rewards should we expect? It may not be what we desire or assume, but it is clear ou...

We continue our journey through Genesis 12 as we model the process of becoming Alive to God in Scripture. The possibilities are endless when we slow down and encounter God. This story of Abram challenges many of our assumptions and expectations. What does it look like to be fully available to what God wants to do? Do we understand the cost of following Jesus? Are we willing to be dependent? All of...

Alive to God in Scripture. What do we mean by that phrase? God desires us to go beyond just reading the Bible and truly encounter Him. Where we become alive to what God wants to do in and through us. It's not natural. It's not easy. So join us in Genesis 12 as we model the journey of allowing Scripture to master us.

ANNIVERSARY SNAPSHOTS: Capturing the moments when God intersected the story of Theodyssey in a powerful way. Our curriculum is a gateway to authentic conversations, opening up the possibility for encounter with God. Listen to the story of how it evolved over time, and how each set is sent with prayer.

What is the Bible? Seems like a silly question, but most of our metaphors and descriptions of the Bible do not match the heart of God. Is the Bible meant to be an answer book? Instruction manual? Sometimes we need to question our assumptions to open up a new approach.

One of the primary ways to encounter God is through the pages of Scripture. This is the first episode of many exploring the beauty, truth, and impact of the Bible. We start the conversation by answering a question that can completely change our view of Scripture. What is the voice behind the unfolding story?

Building on the Learnings of a Fire Tender, how do we feed a fire that will last? We explore what it looks like to partner with God and discuss a conversation between Jesus and Peter. A conversation that starts with a question. A question at the heart of encounter.

SNAPSHOTS: Capturing the moments when God intersects our lives in a powerful way. A 4-car crash turned into an opportunity for courageous and creative love. And it would change the trajectory of a young man's life. Amazing what God can do when we make ourselves available.

What does a 30-ft bonfire have to do with our Christian faith? Besides scorching our eyebrows, it can teach us important lessons about the essence of our faith journey. We talk through three learnings that are vital for transformation and frame our future conversations.

ANNIVERSARY SNAPSHOTS: Capturing the moments when God intersected the story of Theodyssey in a powerful way. Our financial approach is anything but normal. After two weeks of prayer and fasting, God guided a critical board discussion towards a posture of dependence. And 15 years later, here we are.

To follow Jesus in today's culture, we need to find traction in Scripture, Sabbath, and Soul Friends. This doesn't just transform us, but organically inspires courageous and creative love. Join us as we discuss how to change the world one human heart at a time.

SNAPSHOTS: Capturing the moments when God intersects our lives in a powerful way. How do you grasp God as a loving Father when every father figure in your life has fallen short? One conversation changed the trajectory of Jessie's life. A moment of redemption.

We are the most connected generation in history, yet many feel alone and not truly known. God created us to be in genuine community. We discuss the third foundation necessary to follow Jesus in today's culture: Soul Friends.

Are you distracted? Always in a hurry? The most difficult task as a Christ-follower in today's culture is creating space to have an authentic relationship with Jesus. The journey is vital and not easy!

What does it look like for Scripture to master us? Join us as we examine 8 verses, bringing to life a passage that can often feel wooden and modeling how to slow down enough for God to transform us.

ANNIVERSARY SNAPSHOTS: Capturing the moments when God intersected the story of Theodyssey in a powerful way. How did Theodyssey begin? A conversation of frustration turned into a profound invitation. And God showed up in amazing ways as David responded.

God desires to have a dynamic encounter with us through Scripture. Is that your experience? We are trained to read for information. Join us as we discuss how to also read the Bible for formation.

SNAPSHOTS: Capturing the moments when God intersects our lives in a powerful way. Mari was hurrying through Pikes Place Market with her granddaughter. She heard her favorite hymn above the noise. And a God moment began.

Many Christ-followers are being swept away by today's culture of distraction, hurry, and frenzy. How do we gain traction and have an authentic relationship with Jesus? We share how the Golden Gate Bridge has shaped the daunting task in front of us.

What is prayer? What are we trying to accomplish? Prayer is much more than what most people realize. We share our own journeys of discovering the fuller picture of prayer and what that means for our relationship with God.