The Unexpected Podcast

Episode 14 - The World Beyond the Veil

This discussion took the most unexpected turn yet.
We talk about meditation, the spirit realm, and more.
May the arrogant be put to shame for wronging me without cause; but I will meditate on your precepts. Psalm 119:78
My eyes stay open through the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promises. Psalm 119:148

Episode 13 - Losing My Religion

Have you experienced God getting your attention in ways that are unique to your personality or to where you are in life?
In this episode, Amy shares divine encounters that occurred before she was ready to accept Jesus into her life.
"Draw near to God and He will draw near to you." - James 4:8
Losing My Religion: The Story of My Life by Amy Mercer: https://bit.ly/AmyMercerLosingMyReligion

Episode 12 - Finding a Happy Medium

The media is the primary means of mass communication, whether it's carried out through broadcasting, publishing, or the internet. Let's talk about it.
Quotes from this episode: "The media is the most powerful entity on earth. They have the power to make the innocent guilty and to make the guilty innocent, and that's power. Because they control the mind of the masses." - Malcolm X
"A technology...is merely a machine. A medium is the social and intellectual environment a machine creates." - Neil Postman, Amusing Ourselves to Death
"Praise the Lord! How joyful are those who fear the Lord and delight in obeying his commands. They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them." - Psalm 112:1, 7 NLT

Episode 11 - The Benefits of Discomfort

We live with a multitude of modern conveniences at our fingertips. But is there a downside to our life of ease? Are there benefits to stepping out of our comfort zone?

Episode 10 - Conviction Versus Condemnation

The power of conviction jumpstarts our surrender to Christ.
"And when he comes, he will convict the world concerning sin and righteousness and judgment." John 16:8  
“His conviction is irresistible, both in a positive and in a negative sense. He will put His mighty thumb down hard on your self-important sin, and He will cause you to see it as you have never seen it before—as utterly offensive in the light of the perfection of your Creator.”  - James Goll

Episode 9 - Ideas About Idealism

What is idealism? When is it a good thing? When is it a bad thing?
Quotes from this episode:
"We are not concerned with the very poor. They are unthinkable, and only to be approached by the statistician or the poet." - E.M. Forster, Howard's End
"Scratch the surface of most cynics and you find a frustrated idealist - someone who made the mistake of converting his ideals into expectations." - Peter Senge

Episode 8 - Jenn Bevan, Life Adventures

Jenn Bevan is a wife and mother, but also a worship pastor, fitness instructor, and business owner. Jenn shares wisdom about following God's leading in all areas of life. You will be both encouraged and challenged as you listen to this interview.

Episode 7 - Don't Be a Slave to Time

Have you ever felt limited by time? In this episode, we explore time as it relates to believers in Christ. How does God dwell outside of earthly time and what does that mean for us?

Episode 6 - Ann Nicholson, Life in the World of Music

Ann Nicholson, also known as Ann Bell, the Queen of the Tulsa Sound, has been in the music business for 58 years, having performed with many of the greats, including Joe Cocker and Leon Russell. She's not only an outstanding singer and performer, she is a passionate follower of Jesus and continues to serve him using her God-given talent.

Episode 5 - Begin the Begin

There's a song for every occasion. In this episode, Lee and Amy discuss music and new beginnings. Plus, Lee yodels.
Do you ever get stuck in a rut? Have you ever said, "That's just the way I am and that's never going to change?" You might just be challenged by this discussion.