If you grew up anywhere near a church, chances are good you heard the widely popular worship song, “God Will Make a Way”, in fact you probably started humming the tune as soon as you heard the title. On today’s episode we had the incredible honor of chatting with the writer of this cherished tune, Don Moen.

A pioneer of the Praise and Worship movement, Don is an internationally acclaimed, multi award-winning music artist who spent his career as a worship leader, producer, songwriter, and music executive. While serving as the president of Integrity Music for 20 years, Don sold more than 5 million albums and signed worship leaders such as Hillsong United, Israel Houghton. & Darlene Zschech.

With striking humility and vulnerability, Don shares the tragic story that led him to write God Will Make a Way, how the value of authenticity has guided him along his journey, and the power of trusting that even in the face of the most hopeless circumstances, God will always make a way.

ALSO : We have an extra special treat for you guys today! We have some crazy talented friends who just happen to live down the street, so we asked our good friend and amazing Worship Leader, Austin Benjamin to join us for this episode, and in the spirit of authenticity, we asked him to do a simple, acoustic version of God Will Make a Way. So find a quiet place, soak it in, sing along, or just listen and receive the promise of this amazing song. God is working all around you, even when you cannot see. He will make a way for you.

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God Will Make a Way – https://amzn.to/2JX5UOU
You Were Born for This – https://amzn.to/2RRwPi6

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This week we’re talking about parenting well with one of our favorite parenting experts, Jeannie Cunnion.

Jeannie’s written two best selling books on parenting (Mom Set free & Parenting the Whole Hearted Child), has a Master’s degree in Social Work, and is a contributing writer for The Better Mom and Fox News. Jeannie's writing has been featured on outlets such as The Today Show, Fox and Friends, The 700 Club, and Focus on the Family.

We chat with Jeannie about her journey of becoming an “accidental writer”, how encountering the grace of God radically changed her parenting, and what it means to live truly set free. This was SUCH a powerful episode. So full of truth. Grab your coffee, grab your journal, it's a good one!

Recommended Reading:
Mom Set Free – https://amzn.to/2PERw3o
Whole Hearted Child – https://amzn.to/2F2ZhM8
Ragamuffin Gospel – https://amzn.to/2AOzweA
The Road Back to You – https://amzn.to/2ySZfB4

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On today’s episode we’re chatting with our new friend, Jonathan Merritt. Jonathan is an incredibly gifted faith and culture writer whose published more than 3,000 articles for outlets such as the New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and CNN.

We chat with Jonathan about his journey moving from the Bible Belt to New York City and how he found himself struggling to engage people in spiritual conversations who didn't speak the “christianese” he was used to in the South. If you've ever found yourself in an “in between” season, wrestling through difficult questions, or maybe walking closely with someone who is, this conversation is for you. We were so encouraged by the truth that Jonathan shares and cannot wait for you to hear it. Enjoy!

Jonathan's Book: https://amzn.to/2Q1Bs8F

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On today’s episode we had the incredible honor of chatting with one of our very favorite mentors on the planet, New York Times best selling author, Stasi Eldredge. Stasi and her husband John lead Ransomed Heart Ministries in Colorado and have been such a guiding light to us throughout our faith journey. We could not be more excited to share this incredible conversation with you today. We chat with Stasi about her latest project, DEFIANT JOY, taking hold of our joy, hope, and life in the midst of a hurting world. Wherever you're at, driving to work, dropping your kids off at school, maybe going for a run or just doing chores around the house, we hope this encourages you and strengthens you to live it well.

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On today’s episode we’re talking with Neil Tomba. Neil has served as the senior pastor for 17 years at one of the most well known, well loved churches in Dallas, Texas, Northwest Bible Church. Years ago, a huge dream was born in Neil's heart when he discovered two of his greatest passions : having conversations about Jesus, and spending time in the great outdoors.

Neil decided loving Jesus meant more than just listening to sermons every Sunday, it meant taking risks and sharing the Jesus he loved through conversations with others. In June 2019, Neil will be cycling across the United States where, along the way, he intends to engage in conversations about faith and Jesus with individuals from all walks of life. We know you'll enjoy diving into Neil's story and hearing the birth of this courageous dream.

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On today’s episode we’re talking with our good friend and world renowned photographer, Meshali Mitchell. Meshali is known for her incredible gift of capturing the heart and soul through her beautiful portraits, which is why she’s one of the most highly sought after photographers around, shooting everyone from Sadie Robertson to Priscilla Shirer, Rebekah Lyons and more.

We chat with Meshali about her leap of faith out of a corporate job, pushing past fear and bringing her photography dream to life. We had the incredible honor of recording this conversation on location at the beautiful 1886 Farmhouse Meshali is restoring and hearing how God has led Meshali out of her comfort zone again and back out on the water for this new project #ahousgodisbuilding. Friends, you’re in for such a treat today (and get ready for the sweetest southern accent you’ve ever heard.) Enjoy!

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We’ve been counting down the days for this one, guys. On today’s episode we’re talking with Aaron Niequist. If you've been listening to the show for a while, you've heard us rave about Aaron's wife, Shauna's book, Present over Perfect. Now, we're definitely adding Aaron’s book to that list as well. It’s called, The Eternal Current, how a practice based faith can save us from drowning. Aaron has served as a leader at some of the most influential churches in the country including Mars Hill & Willow Creek.

We talk with Aaron about the highs and lows of his faith journey, from almost losing his faith entirely to finding a new, deeper way forward. Make sure you listen all the way to the end to hear some of the most helpful advice we've heard on how to love someone well through a crisis of faith. Wherever this finds you on your journey of faith, know that you're not crazy and you're not alone.

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This is Part 2 of our wonderful conversation with our good friend, Kay Wyma.

Make sure to check out Part 1: Accidental Callings & Ending Entitlement

Kay has appeared on The TODAY Show, CNN, The New York Times, USA Today, Focus on the Family, NPR and more. Before becoming a stay-at-home mom, she held positions at the White House, the Staubach Company, and Bank of America.

In this episode, Kay shares the heartbreaking story that motivated her to write her newest book: Not the Boss of Us: Putting Overwhelmed in its Place in a Do-All, Be-All World. We talk about replacing the pressures of this world that overwhelm us with the truth that sets us free. Man, we needed this one. Praying it hits home with you too. Enjoy.

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It’s Season 2!!! & we’re kicking it off right with our good friend, Kay Wyma. If you don’t know Kay, you're going to fall in love with her today. Kay’s a best selling author, blogger and mother of five. Kay is on a mission to tackle huge issues in our society like youth entitlement, comparison-pressures and is now taking a stand against the stress & anxiety that comes from being overwhelmed in her newest book Not the Boss of Us: Putting Overwhelmed in its Place in a Do-All, Be-All World.
Kay has appeared on The TODAY Show, CNN, The New York Times, USA Today, Focus on the Family, NPR and more. Before becoming a stay-at-home mom, she held positions at the White House, the Staubach Company, and Bank of America.

We had such a blast chatting with Kay. As you will soon discover, she’s one of us y’all : ready and willing to skip the chit chat and dive right into the good stuff. We covered so much good stuff, in fact, that we had to make this conversation a two parter. In this episode, Kay shares with us her journey of stumbling into her calling as an “accidental writer”, the powerful truths she’s learned along the way, and the message that launched her into writing: ending entitlement both in our kids and in ourselves. We were so inspired by our conversation with Kay. We know you will be too.

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We hope you're all enjoying a wonderful summer break, full of laughter and rest and memory making with those you love most! Those are definitely some of our biggest goals this summer as well, which is why for the month of July we’re throwing it back each week to some of our very favorite episodes from Season 1!

This week we’re revisiting the wonderful conversation we had with the man, the myth, the legend . . . Pastor Tommy Nelson. He’s a former D1 Football Player who in his 60’s can still bench 300 & run 3 miles. He’s been the pastor of Denton Bible Church for decades, he’s one of the greatest Bible teachers of our time, hands down. He’s known most for his incredible teaching on sex, marriage, and dating through the Song of Solomon, and he’s also known for just cutting the fluff and shooting straight!

Without a doubt you will be so challenged and blessed by the wisdom and journey of Pastor Tommy Nelson. Enjoy!

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Show Notes: https://www.therhythmofus.com/podcast-1
Website: https://www.therhythmofus.com/
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