In this conversation, Nikki and Candy explore the intersection of faith and reading, discussing their love for books, the role of audiobooks, and the challenges of navigating Christian literature. The duo also shares their favorite fiction recommendations, emphasizing the role of storytelling in spiritual reflection. They highlight the significance of creativity as a reflection of God's image and the importance of navigating personal convictions within a community.

In this episode, Candace and Nikki reflecton the challenges of celebrating milestones and holidays while dealing with grief. The conversation also touches on aging, self-care, and society's expectation of beauty, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace their journey and find joy amidst the struggles.

Sometimes the promises of God’s prosperity don’t feel as real as we’d like. Budgets are tight, the cost of food is astronomical, and this brings up an interesting discussion: do we believe in “prosperity gospel”? And are faith and money intertwined?

Pull up a chair and let's discuss!

Show Notes//

• Find Nikki's incredible portfolio on her website.
• Catch up with her on Instagram @nicholehaunphotography.
• Check out what Amy's doing at Brand Disciples
• Join Amy's free 8-week group for entrepreneurs (for those in Virginia OR for those on the East Coast).

As local worship leaders, all three of us are quite passionate about the topic of worship in general. In this episode we talk all things worship: whether or not lyrics matter, what it means to curate a set list, things we do or don’t love about current worship culture.

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Show Notes//

• You Are What You Love by James K. A. Smith
• Crazy Love podcast - Francis Chan on corporate worship
• KJ52
• Chris Tomlin - Holy Forever (at the Worship Together conference Amy attended)

The 2024 election has come and gone, and we now know that Trump is our 47th (and 45th) president.

What is our reaction and how do we feel about the aftermath of such a RED country during this year's election?

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Show Notes//

• SmartHerNews.com

Many of us grew up with The Left Behind series, which led us to believe that if we didn't have enough faith or didn't pay enough attention we'd have to endure The Tribulation before being with Jesus forever. And... it made us afraid every time we walked into our parents' room and found nothing but clothes on the floor. In this episode, we discuss whether the Rapture is real, and what we believe about Revelation.

Notes:

• Covenant Theology vs Dispensationalism:
• Michael Heiser:
  • Opinion of eschatology
  • Overview of top 7 views
• George Eldon Ladd - Theology of the New Testament

Dive into the subtle lies of the occult, as we hear the testimony of Kai Cherrie. Our sister in Christ shares about her journey to Jesus and how easy it was to believe the un-truths of tarot card readings. Listen as she shares what it meant to find her true giftings and the way tarot cards manipulated those God-given gifts.

Notes:

• 5Q Assessment - email amy@branddisciples.com
• Bible Recap
• Cultish