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Holy is as holy does. We"re a weekly podcast meant to help Christians keep our focus on Christ.

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00:39:09

Monday matters to God

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2025/08/28

John, Tom, and Joseph talk about why Monday matters to God and how we can find God’s purpose in our everyday work. They remind us that faith is not limited to Sundays—God shows up in cubicles, classrooms, construction sites and everywhere else we work. If you’ve ever wondered how your daily grind connects to God’s bigger plan, this conversation will inspire you to see your work as holy and meaningful.E161

00:49:34

Myth happens

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2025/08/21

Tom and John talk about whether their city is boring or underrated. Then they discuss an article that helps dispel a few myths about the Christian faith. E160

00:41:40

Ministry with a side of criticism

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2025/08/06

Ever gotten a “helpful” comment that didn’t feel very helpful?Joseph and John dive into the difference between critique and criticism, and how to not lose your mind (or your calling) when people come for your sermons, your songs or your leadership style.#159

00:49:15

Stories still work

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2025/07/23

Reading retreats are trending, but are we still reading in the church? We explore how fiction, Bible stories, and real-life testimonies help form our spiritual lives.E158

00:51:20

Married to a Pastor

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2025/07/14

They’ve seen the late nights, the awkward encounters and the church drama—and they’re still standing with us.In this special episode, our wives take the mic to share what it’s really like to be married to a pastor. From funny stories to the real emotional cost of ministry, this is the conversation we’ve never had publicly until now.Whether you're a churchgoer, pastor, or just curious what life looks like behind the pulpit, you’ll want to hear this.E157

00:44:36

Prayer pressure

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2025/06/30

Prayer isn't just a performance or a to-do list—it's a way of being. This week, the pastors reflect on how they learned to pray (or didn't), how Scripture and prayer intertwine, and how private conversations with God shape our public faith.E156

00:48:21

Ministry isn't misery

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2025/06/23

This week, Joseph, John and Tom reflect on the joy of ministry. Featuring stories of transition, church life, a hydrogen-powered robo-horse and the reminder that ministry is always more than misery. Whether you’re in the pulpit, pew, or just trying to reset your Google password, this one’s for you.E155

00:43:33

Double-dipping Disciples?

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2025/06/16

We all know someone who “goes to that church... and this one too.” Maybe it’s even you.Is that healthy exploration—or shallow commitment?Let’s talk about double-dipping discipleship and whether church-hopping is helping or hurting your faith.

00:43:35

Methodists Be Like: How's Your Soul?

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2025/06/09

In this episode, we dive into the sacred (and slightly uncomfortable) practice of holy conferencing. We talk about what it is, why it matters, and how it makes you holy.

00:42:23

The Hollow Holy Hustle

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2025/06/04

This week, Tom and John talk about putting on a religious show. Why do we do it and what's at stake? E152

00:46:35

Not Qualified, Still Called

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2025/05/19

Think you're not cut out for ministry? Perfect, because neither were we. In this week's episode, we talk about our personal call stories. Spoiler alert: none of us felt qualified, and yet here we are.

00:49:38

When it's time to go

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2025/05/06

This week, we're talking about a recent article that offers a glimpse into the church transfer portal. Some people leave a church for good reasons--and some for not so good reasons. How should we respond? E150

00:49:21

Talking to y'all

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2025/05/01

This week, Tom and John talk about the importance of learning how to connect. We need more conversation and our churches can help facilitate that. E149

00:51:16

Iron cage church

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2025/04/23

Some churches throw fireworks at each other and some don't even let their members free. This week, we're talking about what the good and bad of organized religion.E148

00:41:44

Holy Shifts

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2025/04/10

Someone brought an unusual gift to those people we're supposed to stay away from. And let this be your reminder to change your communion wafers. Plus, Tom and John talk about 5 takeaways from Barna's most recent State of the Church Report.E146

00:47:46

One-Stop Church

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2025/04/03

This week we’re talking about the “One-Stop Church” mentality—when churches try to be everything for everyone. Balancing ministry, expectations, and reality isn’t easy, and churches can’t do it all. How much is too much to expect from your church?Oh, and it's our 145th episode.

00:46:44

Worts and all

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2025/03/25

This week, the guys dive into why everyone needs a place to be real—shouldn’t the church be that place? What keeps us from true authenticity? Plus, if you're a fan of Botox, one comedy club might show you the door!

00:43:36

Hope has a history

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2025/03/10

Is hope hard to hold onto? Don't forget hope has a history. This week, we explore why real hope isn’t just wishful thinking — it’s rooted in what we know and believe about who God is and what God has done. #143

00:51:41

Running on Empty

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2025/03/04

We let Wade back in, and all is right with the world. But, still, that spiritual exhaustion can still set in. Have you had that experience? Do you know how if feels? This week, we talk about exhaustion, how we might end up there and what to do next if we do.E142

00:39:56

Pastors Gone Mild

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2025/02/24

Think pastors have it all figured out? Think again. In this episode, we dive into the real (and sometimes ridiculous) expectations of church leadership—what churches expect from pastors, what pastors expect from churches, and why neither side is always right.E141

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