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The Savvy SauceThe Savvy Sauce248 Stories Series: Discipline of Celebration in the Midst of Unexpected Loss and Grief with Jonathan Pitts248. Stories Series: Discipline of Celebration in the Midst of Unexpected Loss and Grief with Jonathan Pitts   Psalm 37:4 (ESV) "Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart."   **Transcription Below**   Questions We Discuss: How did your magazine, For Girls Like You, originate? How did life unexpectedly change during this season of your life? Will you catch us up to speed on what God had planned for you next?   Other Episode Mentioned from The Savvy Sauce: Unexpected Grie...2024-12-0247 minRaising Godly GirlsRaising Godly GirlsEp. 066 — Navigating Your Daughter Through Unspeakable Grief with Jonathan Pitts (For Girls Like You) Join weekend host Patti Garibay and guest Jonathan Pitts for a poignant episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast. As the culmination of a week-long theme on helping daughters navigate grief, Jonathan shares his family's journey through immense loss following the sudden passing of his late wife, Wynter Pitts. Despite the heartache, Jonathan leaned on God's strength to continue raising their four Godly girls in the years that followed. Drawing from his book My Wynter Season, Jonathan shares how God revealed His glory in their lives amidst the darkness of grief. Through candid conversation and heartfelt reflection, Patti and...2024-05-2432 minMESSmerized - Funny and faith based encouragement in marriage , family , Christian parenting , and finding purposeMESSmerized - Funny and faith based encouragement in marriage , family , Christian parenting , and finding purposeEpisode 16 Defiantly Joyful: Navigating Life’s Hard Roads with Jonathan PittsI think we can all agree that God writes the very best stories for our lives.    I think we can also agree that sometimes those stories are incredibly difficult roads that we’d rather not walk if we’re honest.    Today on MESSmerized we have my friend Jonathan Pitts joining us to talk about life, loss, and his decision to be “defiantly joyful” no matter the situation. Besides being an incredible human who loves Jesus, Jonathan’s life is an example of holding your plans loosely and trusting God as the Master Author...2023-08-3042 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Power of CommunityIn this episode Jonathan and Linsey Driskill interview author, speaker and CEO of MOPS International, Mandy Arioto. Mandy shares her story of finding community as a mom, building it across the country and offers practical advice on how to find the same. Step into an honest conversation around the complexity of building community as families from a mom's and dad's perspective.2023-07-2427 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsWords With God: The Father Loves Hearing Your Words Does prayer have to be boring? Or can conversing with God be simple and lead to a real connection?  Is intimacy with God obtainable for you? And could you equip your kids to find the same? Jonathan and Addison Bevere discuss opening the conversation in your own heart and with your kids, pulling from a few simple ideas and methods in Addison’s new book, Words with God: Trading Boring Empty Prayer for Real Connection. Addison Bevere is a best-selling author, speaker and ministry leader for Messenger International, and the oldest son of John and Lisa Bevere.2023-05-1228 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsA Conversation About Food, Image, Eating and ControlIn this episode, Jonathan & Linsey Driskill interview mom to two teen girls and licensed marriage and family counselor, Terra Mattson.  Terra shares her personal story of living with and overcoming an eating disorder and shares the simple power of good communicating and modeling when it comes to parenting around issues of body image, eating, nutrition and all things food.     The Journey with Jonathan Pitts is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual guidance to help you grow into the perfectly imperfect parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org2023-03-1341 minThe Nothing Is Wasted PodcastThe Nothing Is Wasted PodcastEpisode 259 - Learning to Remember While Thinking Forward After Loss with Jonathan PittsWhat happens when we start to share our story of pain and loss? How can retelling what we've walked through help us in healing? For Jonathan Pitts, sharing the story of how he lost his wife, Wynter, has been a part of the process God has used to heal his greatest loss. In 2018, life was going well for Jonathan and his family. With an exciting upcoming move to the Nashville area and a new position as a pastor, Jonathan, Wynter and their four girls were excited about what was ahead. But within moments, their lives took a tragic turn that...2023-02-161h 32I Know You Hear Me! With Flynn HendrixI Know You Hear Me! With Flynn HendrixJonathan PittsMerry Christmas & Happy Holidays ya filthy animals! Today, you're getting an early Christmas gift & a lot of laughs as my friend & improv coach, Jonathan Pitts joins Jeff & I in studio. We're talking growing up with a chimp, improv, traveling around the world, wrestling, supernatural experiences in a whole lot more. So light that Yule log, enjoy some time with your loved ones, leave the cookies out for Santa, & enjoy the chat with Jonathan Pitts! I KNOW YOU HEAR ME!Keep up with Jonathan!Globalimprovwalkabout.comIG - Jpitts10282022-12-232h 09I Know You Hear Me! With Flynn HendrixI Know You Hear Me! With Flynn HendrixJonathan PittsMerry Christmas & Happy Holidays ya filthy animals! Today, you're getting an early Christmas gift & a lot of laughs as my friend & improv coach, Jonathan Pitts joins Jeff & I in studio. We're talking growing up with a chimp, improv, traveling around the world, wrestling, supernatural experiences in a whole lot more. So light that Yule log, enjoy some time with your loved ones, leave the cookies out for Santa, & enjoy the chat with Jonathan Pitts! I KNOW YOU HEAR ME!Keep up with Jonathan!Globalimprovwalkabout.comIG - Jpitts10282022-12-232h 10I Know You Hear Me! With Flynn HendrixI Know You Hear Me! With Flynn HendrixJonathan PittsMerry Christmas & Happy Holidays ya filthy animals! Today, you're getting an early Christmas gift & a lot of laughs as my friend & improv coach, Jonathan Pitts joins Jeff & I in studio. We're talking growing up with a chimp, improv, traveling around the world, wrestling, supernatural experiences in a whole lot more. So light that Yule log, enjoy some time with your loved ones, leave the cookies out for Santa, & enjoy the chat with Jonathan Pitts! I KNOW YOU HEAR ME!Keep up with Jonathan!Globalimprovwalkabout.comIG - Jpitts10282022-12-232h 10The Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsBe Still And KnowIn this episode, Jonathan simply and vulnerably shares where he is right now, reflecting on God’s goodness while maintaining a posture of faith and trust through the most difficult moments on the parenting journey. He encourages himself and all those that will listen to be still and see the deliverance of the Lord in whatever challenges they find themselves in today.2022-11-2119 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsFriendship with Amy Weatherly & Jess JohnstonIn this episode, Jonathan interviews the founders of Sister I Am With You, Amy Weatherly and Jess Johnston, an online community of women, encouraging each other everywhere to stand hand in hand, heart to heart and arm in arm. Jonathan, Amy and Jess discuss parenting, friendship and tips for parenting your children through their friendships as well as creating boundaries in your own.2022-11-0734 minPardon the Mess with Courtney DeFeo - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian KidsPardon the Mess with Courtney DeFeo - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian KidsReal truth on unmet expectations, loss, and redemption with Jonathan PittsJonathan Pitts is back and he’s no stranger to Pardon the Mess. He’s an author, speaker, podcaster, and father to four daughters. Jonathan lost his wife, Wynter, suddenly to a heart condition in 2018—and he’s been learning how to wait on God in the hardest places ever since.    Today Jonathan shares his journey of walking through grief and disappointments with God. Spoiler alert: He’s also recently remarried an amazing woman, Peta, and is candid about the challenges of blended families and showing grace when it’s the last thing you want to do.  2022-10-2039 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsReal Truth About Unmet Expectations with Cynthia YanofIn this episode, Jonathan is interviewed by Cynthia Yanof on her show Pardon The Mess. Jonathan and Cynthia discuss dealing with grief, loss and unmet expectations while Jonathan also gives a life update on new marriage, blended family while also sharing encouragement on fully embracing your feelings and processing life as it comes.2022-10-1735 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsLearning To Fight Your Battles & Teaching Your Kids To Do The SameIn this episode, Jonathan interviews dad of 5, pastor, popular speaker, sports chaplain for the Dallas Cowboys and Mavericks, Jonathan Evans. The Jonathan’s catch up on friendship and family while having a conversation around “Fighting Your Battles” and helping your kids to do the same.2022-10-1032 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsTaking the Long View with Lauren ChandlerIn this episode, Jonathan interviews wife, mom, writer, worship leader, speaker and dreamer, Lauren Chandler. Jonathan and Lauren talk about their intersections in life as well as their similar journeys of leading kids through difficult seasons, encouraging you to “take the long view” as you parent and lead your family.2022-10-0332 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Power of PrayerIn this episode, Jonathan interviews best-selling author, Stormie Omartian, best known for her book Power of a Praying Wife. Stormie has sold more than 38 Million copies in her Power of a Praying series and vulnerably shares her story of coming to know Jesus as an adult and discovering the power of prayer as a wife, mom, and now a grandmother.2022-09-2640 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsCatching Up with CourtneyIn this episode, Jonathan has a conversation with his good friend, author, mom, wife and founder of Treasured Girlz, Courtney DeFeo.  The cover a lot but mostly revolve around what it looks like to care for yourself as a parent and how to trust God as your kiddos age.2022-09-1936 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsFinding Rest with Curtis ZacheryIn this episode, Jonathan interviews Teaching Pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, TN and Founder of the non-profit, Find Rest, Curtis Zachery. Curtis shares his story and journey to finding rest and how to find it in your own parenting journey.2022-09-1236 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsLetting Go of Fear and ControlIn this episode, Jonathan is back to share thoughts on life and his current reality, including a pursuit of letting go of fear and control in exchange for trust. He pulls up to the mic to process what he is learning now and works it out even as he shares.2022-09-0524 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsRaising Courageous Girls with Terra MattsonJonathan interviews counselor, therapist and coach Terra Mattson on raising courageous and confident daughters. Terra, a mother of two girls and Jonathan, a father of four, discuss practical ways to grow your relationship with your daughter and her confidence in herself.   A Christian Parenting Guide: Helping Moms Raise Confident Daughters   As a mom today, it’s harder than ever to instill the godly confidence our daughters so desperately need.   And without that confidence, our daughters are left to navigate, on their own, the pressures and values of the w...2022-08-2933 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsIron Man with Jay HewittHusband, father and pastor Jay Hewitt had a wonderful and normal life…until he didn’t. One day he was a teaching pastor with a bright future. The next he found himself diagnosed with a brain tumor and a terminal diagnosis. But he didn’t let his diagnosis or circumstances define him. And as a dad and as a man, he decided to join God in what God was doing. Join Jonathan and Jay to hear how Jay walks resiliently each and every day and is teaching his daughter to do the same.2022-08-2238 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsBeautifully Broken with Randy HartleyJonathan interviews dad, businessman, and author Randy Hartley about his journey and story of desperation as a dad  that ultimately led him to complete dependence on the Lord. They have a candid conversation about what it means to both lead well and trust God in difficult circumstances along the parenting journey.2022-08-1542 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsChildlike FaithIn this episode, Jonathan introduces season 4 and starts off with an encouragement to pursue childlike faith. Jonathan explores Matthew 18:3 and the words of Jesus through the lens of what he has experienced and seen with his own children.2022-08-0830 minPaul Vato Presents:Paul Vato Presents:Jonathan Pitts, International Improv Teacher And Artist, On What It's Like Traveling The World Teaching And Performing Improv ComedyPaul Vato reconnects with his old pal from Chicago, Jonathan Pitts, an award-winning international improv theatre artist and storyteller who has performed and/or taught in 26 countries and 98 cities. They discuss the early days of Salsation, the world's first Latino improv and sketch comedy group and what it's like to travel the world teaching and doing improv. Jonathan reminds us the importance of saying "yes, and" to yourself! Jonathan Pitts is the former Executive Director of Chicago Improv Productions; Co-Founder/Producer - Chicago Improv Festival; Creator/Producer - College Improv Tournament; Founder/Producer - Teen Comedy Fest;  F...2022-07-251h 00The Family Business with The AlessisThe Family Business with The AlessisA Father's Journey: How to Lead Your Family with Love (Even When Life Hurts) w/ Jonathan Pitts | S3 E23What does it take to be a dad who leads his family well -  even when life doesn't go according to plan? For author, speaker, and pastor Jonathan Pitts, it means relying on God to provide the path forward for his family as he learns from the highs and lows of fatherhood. In this episode, Jonathan joins Steve Alessi at The Family Business table to share his powerful story of love, loss and renewal. Despite losing his wife Wynter suddenly in 2018, he has continued to guide his four daughters to love God and serve others wit...2022-06-1533 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsSimply Be with Ellen CooperIn this episode Jonathan interviews mom, seminary graduate and entrepreneur Ellen Cooper. Ellen shares her journey from nominal Christianity to being a sold out follower of Jesus who has given her life to full-time mothering and full-time ministry and an unlikely path to a new kind of success.2022-06-0640 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsStarting the Conversation about SuicideHow do we talk about suicide as parents? How do we think about the growing prevalence of tween and teen suicide in our communities? Well, let’s start with a conversation.   Lilybeth Garcia says “Learn to talk to them about nothing and they’ll talk to you about something.” Jonathan interviews Lilibeth Vilella Garcia of Tiaras Girls. Lilibeth shares her experience of having lost identity and how finding Jesus changed everything. She gives very practical tips and advice on how to help prevent suicide in our teens and tweens in our families and communities.2022-05-3031 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsHow’s Your MarriageHow’s your marriage? Marriage, like no other relationship, exposes your heart and demands your growth.  Whether it be control, passive aggressive tendencies or people pleasing, we all have growth edges to work through as humans and especially in our marriage relationships. Listen in as Jonathan sits down for a genuine and real conversation with Bryon and Carla Weathersbee of Legacy Family Ministries, a couple who have dedicated their lives to helping married couples and those exploring marriage.2022-05-2334 minTalk To Me: The Debra Fileta PodcastTalk To Me: The Debra Fileta PodcastRebuilding After Trauma: On-Air Counseling with Jonathan PittsOver the next few weeks I’ll be having raw, open, and honest conversations with some of the top Christian leaders and teachers, asking them: Are YOU really ok?  This series of on-air counseling sessions with some of the most influential teachers and leaders in the Church, is leading up to the one-year anniversary of my book, Are You Really OK?, challenging each and every one of us to get real about how we’re really doing mentally and emotionally. It takes courageous people to openly and publicly talk about their journey with mental and emotional health, but t...2022-05-0350 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Coming Tsunami with Dr. Jim DenisonJonathan sits down with Dr. Jim Denison for a conversation on what Dr. Denison calls the Coming Tsunami - the rise of post truth culture, the rise of the sexual revolution, the rise of critical theory and the rise of secular religion.   As Dr. Denison describes the earthquakes beneath the surface of our day, he suggests how we as cultural missionaries in our homes and in our communities can respond with truth and love. He helps us learn to spot the lies in our world and stay focused on being beggars helping other beggars find b...2022-05-0248 minThe Jesus Storybook Bible PodcastThe Jesus Storybook Bible PodcastAfter Loss, Finding Hidden Gifts of a New Season: Jonathan PittsPastor Jonathan Pitts suffered a tremendous tragedy when his wife and mother to his four girls, Wynter Evans Pitts, died unexpectedly. Faced with the task of raising their four daughters alone and shouldering Wynter’s ministry, Jonathan turned to God as he navigated a new season he never asked for. In the months ahead, Jonathan found himself straddling two worlds: his life “before” Wynter, and the new one God was guiding him through—and as frightening and difficult as it was, God was leading Jonathan to streams in the desert, with life-giving gifts along the way.   Quotes “In...2022-04-2810 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsSay All The Unspoken ThingsJonathan interviews dad and author John Sowers. Jonathan and Jon talk life, fatherhood, grief and leading as dads through unexpected change. John shares vulnerable thoughts and ideas from his new book Say All the Unspoken Things, in which he opens up in letter format, with urgency, sharing all the things he wants his daughters to know that are deep in his heart. John shares why writing and documenting our love and legacy can be so important for our children and our future generations.2022-04-2532 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsDefend Young MindsPornography is toxic and not many parents are talking about it. Jonathan interviews mom, grandmother, entrepreneur and problem-solver, Kristen Jenson, Founder and CEO of Defend Young Minds on that very topic. Jonathan and Kristen have a fascinating conversation about how to teach your kids to reject pornography even as you teach yourself. Listen today and learn how to engage your mind and help your family create a simple strategy for digital self defense. This interview took place originally at the Parenting with Purpose Event hosted by ChristianParenting.org. Books: https://defendyoungminds.com/books Facebook: https...2022-04-1831 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsLove God GreatlyJoin Jonathan as he interviews Angela Perritt, founder and President of Love God Greatly, a women’s ministry dedicated to helping women find deep intimacy with God through scripture and community. Jonathan and Angela discuss intentional ways to engage your own heart and the heart of your children as Angela shares her journey with the Lord and into international ministry with little to “no strategy!” And Angela shares about the release of their new study, The Young Women Love God Greatly Bible.2022-04-1131 minLet\'s Parent on Purpose: Christian Marriage, Parenting, and DiscipleshipLet's Parent on Purpose: Christian Marriage, Parenting, and DiscipleshipEp. 271: Learning and Growing Together in a Newly Blended Family with Jonathan Pitts Pastor and author Jonathan Pitts joins me once again, this time to talk about the growth and adjustments from his newly blended family. We discuss setting-but also adapting-expectations, the mix of grief and joy in a blended family, and giving one another grace with feelings and emotions.   Jonathan Pitts is an author, speaker and the executive pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee. He previously served as the executive director at the Urban Alternative, the national ministry of Dr. Tony Evans. Jonathan has co-authored two books alongside his late wife, Wynter Pitts. He i...2022-04-0435 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsParenting In All SeasonsIn episode 7, Jonathan sits down for an interview with dynamic mother and daughter, Esther Collins and Tammy Franklin. Esther is a singer, worship leader, great grandmother, wife to former guest Bill Collins. Tammy is a proud wife, grandmother and wife to Grammy Award winning gospel artist, producer and writer Kirk Franklin. Both women share wisdom from the heart and reflect on life and intentionality in all stages of life and mothering, including boundaries, instilling confidence, internal beauty and rest.2022-03-2842 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsBuilding And FightingIn episode 6, Jonathan processes some thoughts and recent learnings from his continued journey as a dad and a husband in the middle of blending a family. A journey that requires both building into relationships and fighting spiritual battles. He gives some very real and practical ways to help process emotions deep within, listen for more than just words and respond to fears appropriately. It’s a bit of a mashup as He shares from his heart in real time.2022-03-2139 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsConnecting With Your Kiddos At The HeartOn this episode, Jonathan interviews Linsey Driskill, mom of triplets and author of Beautiful Hearted Women of the Bible: A Creative Mother-Daughter Devotional.   Jonathan and Linsey have a full conversation on engaging and connecting with your kiddos on a heart level, looking for the ways God wants to use your parenting journey to set you on a path of purpose beyond your family and walking and talking with your kids through hard things.2022-03-1442 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsBorrowing PrayersNever before has Jonathan felt more of a need to pray and to trust the Lord as a parent than in this current season. And never before has he been grateful for the opportunity to lean on the prayers of others who have been where he currently stands.    In this episode, Jonathan Pitts interviews a modern day liturgist, Kayla Craig. Kayla is the author of To Light Their Way: A Collection of Prayers and Liturgies for Parents. But more than that, Kayla is a mom.   With a family knit together through birth and adoption, Kayla has...2022-02-2832 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsChatterIn this episode Jonathan and his new bride Peta Pitts have a discussion about chatter - the noise and thoughts in life that keep you from trusting God and walking by faith into His call with confidence and assurance. Jonathan and Peta process some of their own fears and tendencies to be distracted and share their process for replacing chatter with worship.2022-02-2152 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsProcessing a New LifeIn this first episode Jonathan admits that he learns the most about himself when he processes out loud. And this is what you’ll find him doing in this first episode. Processing his new life. Life in a blender. Since Season 2 Jonathan has remarried, leaving widowhood behind. He’s begun a new journey of oneness with his new wife Peta, while simultaneously leading through what he considers one of the more difficult leadership moments of his life, family blending. Listen in as he processes this change and what he has learned about change management and communicating well through your chan...2022-02-1733 minThe Leadership Drip with Rob Fultz and Jeff PittsThe Leadership Drip with Rob Fultz and Jeff PittsTLD 075 : Jonathan Pitts : New Season Jonathan Pitts joins us at the table to talk about changing seasons.Special Guest: Jonathan Pitts. 2021-11-0244 minThe Pinkleton Pull-Aside PodcastThe Pinkleton Pull-Aside PodcastInterview with Jonathan Pitts Jonathan Pitts is an author, speaker and the executive pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee. He previously served as the executive director at the Urban Alternative, the national ministry of Dr. Tony Evans. Jonathan has co-authored two books alongside his late wife, Wynter Pitts. He is also President and co-founder of For Girls Like You Ministries, an equipping and resourcing ministry for tween girls and their parents. Jonathan is the father of four daughters and was blessed with fifteen intentional years of marriage to Wynter. 2021-09-2340 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsRescued From the Fear of LonelinessIn this episode, Jonathan interviews his fiance, and they begin to tell their love story. Peta shares how God rescued her from her fear of loneliness, by bringing her through an unexpected season of solitude.  She shares how the Lord met her in her loneliest and most vulnerable season to show her what belonging means in the kingdom and how she can be an agent of helping others understand they belong too.   Peta Sergeant is an Australian actress who’s been working in theater, television and film for almost 20 years.  She is passionate about living out h...2021-08-161h 03A Godzillion and OneA Godzillion and One04: Jonathan Pitts – A Journey Through GriefAn honest, vulnerable conversation with Jonathan Pitts, we discussed loss, navigating grief, and holding onto hope throughout the storm. And make sure to stay tuned to the end to hear about a crazy full-circle moment. Jonathan Pitts is the Executive Pastor at Church of the City-Franklin and Co-Founder/President of For Girls Like You Ministries, a ministry started by his late wife, Wynter Pitts. His latest book, My Wynter Season: Seeing God’s Faithfulness in the Shadow of Grief, is a memoir that chronicles the loss of Wynter and the season that would follow. *** ...2021-08-0348 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsRescued to DisplayIn this episode Jonathan recaps season 1 and 2 and describes the beautiful nature of God, displayed through stories of rescue.  He suggests that if the Gospel is a message, then your life is it’s letter.   He shares how God’s redemptive nature is put on display through each and every life He enters and opens up about his new love and continued story of redemption and engagement to actress and creative, Peta Sergeant.2021-07-1929 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsRescued from Self-Destruction with Benjamin PittsIn this episode, Jonathan sits down for a conversation with his identical twin brother, Benjamin Pitts, who recently relocated his family of five from New Jersey to Colorado.The twin brothers talk candidly about the beauty of their upbringing, the trap of self-righteousness and the rescue that is necessary for anyone to find the grace of Jesus experientially, regardless of how closely they were raised to know Him cognitively. Ben Pitts is an entrepreneurial leader and has spent the last decade building technology and organizations that help people make better personal financial decisions.  As an entrepreneur, he c...2021-07-0539 minYOU BELONG with D. MichelleYOU BELONG with D. MichelleSeason 3 Ep. #18 - Overcoming the Shadow Grief w/Jonathan PittsListen in as D. Michelle interviews author of MY WYNTER SEASON: Seeing God's Faithfulness in the Shadow of Grief, Mr. Jonathan Pitts pastor, leader and legacy carrier of his late wife Wynter Pitts, Founder FOR GIRLS LIKE YOU. Episode Highlights: 1. Jonathan's "belong" story 2. Seeing God's Faithfulness 3. Tips to Support Others in Grief --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/you-belong-podcast/support2021-06-3020 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsRescued by His Presence with Viola CarterIn this episode, Jonathan interviews Viola Carter, his mother-in-law and the mother of his late wife, Wynter Pitts.  Viola Carter started life in the rough inner city streets of Baltimore, MD. Married young she experienced, first hand, the pain of physical abuse, betrayal and abandonment. She met Jesus in her early adulthood and his presence changed everything for her..  Her sweet life in Christ is clearly heard as she shares the story of her rescue by the presence of God, even as her life has continued to be littered with loss.    Viola is married to her...2021-06-2839 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsRescued from guilt with Sherman SmithIn this episode, Jonathan sits down with Sherman Smith, a man rescued from the guilt of a decision in his past that wouldn’t catch up with him for more than 40 years.  This decision of his youth would change his life forever, his family forever, and his understanding of God’s kindness forever.    Sherman is a former NFL running back who played 8 seasons for the Seattle Seahawks and San Diego Chargers. After finishing his NFL career he would go on to teach high school, coach football and begin mentoring boys. He would go on to coach a...2021-06-2144 minDrop the BS w/ Dr. KirleenDrop the BS w/ Dr. Kirleen59: Growing Through Grief w/ Jonathan PittsI’m almost certain that there is not one person who has lived through the last year who has not experienced some level of grief and loss. Whether it is a consequence of the pandemic, or another life altering event, it seems that grief has become truly unavoidable. Grief can take a significant emotional toll, especially in the earliest days. Things you could have managed before your loss feel insurmountable. But grief is a natural response to loss and there is no right or wrong way to grieve. The key is learning how to thrive and grow through grief. 2021-06-1734 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsRescued from Self-Sabotage with Rosie RiveraIn this episode, Jonathan interviews Rosie Rivera. Rosie transparently opens up about her real life struggles starting with abuse from her past and how God rescued her from self sabotage. A businesswoman, television personality, and social media influencer, Rivera is one of the most influential and inspirational Latinas in the world. She co-hosts The Power of Us, a marriage podcast, with her husband, Abel Flores; is the mother of three children; has authored five books; has appeared on reality shows such as I Love Jenni, The Riveras, Mira Quien Baila, and Rica, Famosa, Latina (currently on Netflix); is involved...2021-06-1440 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsRescued from the fear of man with Todd TilghmanIn this episode, Jonathan interviews NBC’s The Voice winner and former pastor, Todd Tilghman. From adopting two children from South Korea to fighting for their newborn son's life to pastoring a small congregation through adversity to joining Team Blake in 2020, Todd has walked many difficult roads in life. Through it all, he has found that God has been his rescuer. Listen in as Todd talks deeply about his struggles with pleasing people and a fear of man that has caused him much anxiety. As God has lifted him up, he has courageously walked into a new calling and ca...2021-06-0736 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsPart 2: Rescued for purpose and Hope Found with Jim RavellaIn this episode, Jonathan continues his interview with Jim Ravella. Jim shares how him being rescued led to him being one God could use to rescue others. In his loss, God gave him more purpose. He shares how the cross is our greatest gift but that gift comes with a call from God that can demand a lot.     He shares how his greatest trial in life and the loss of his wife Andrea Fuller Ravella in 2007 would provide a gift that would keep giving to him despite the pain. Jim married Ginger in 2008 and they hav...2021-05-3137 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsRescued from Idolatry and Hope Found with Jim RavellaIn this episode Jonathan interviews Jim Ravella, Ginger’s Ravella’s husband and co-author of the book, Hope Found.  Jim answers the question, “How has God rescued you?” with a very surprising answer that is a great reminder that loss can lead to much gain. He shares how his greatest trial in life and the loss of his wife Andrea Fuller Ravella in 2007 would provide a gift that would keep giving to him despite the pain. Jim married Ginger in 2008 and they have seven children, Nicholas (35), Anthony (28), Boston (23), Greyson (21), Isabella (18), Aspen (15) and Annalise (15).     Jim currently serves as a...2021-05-2733 minMinistry At ScaleMinistry At Scale#24 - Hire Right. Test Often. Scale Fast. - Jonathan Pitts of For Girls Like YouIn Episode 24 of the Ministry at Scale Podcast, we get to speak with Jonathan Pitts, who is a chief strategist at Dunham & Company, Co-founder of For Girls Like You, Author, and Pastor.  Jonathan shares with us why it’s important to invest in digital, how to bring new ideas into ministries, and shares his personal story of seeing God’s hand while walking through grief. Be sure to listen to the full episode hear Jonathan’s powerful story. Don't forget to participate in the Ministry Benchmarks Study.Resources:Jonathanpitts.netFor Girls Like You...2021-05-2040 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsPart 2: Rescued - Hope Found with Ginger RavellaIn this episode Jonathan continues his conversation with Ginger Gilbert Ravella, a military wife and widow, mother of five, stepmother of two, writer and international speaker.  At 36 years old, she faced the sudden tragic loss of her college-sweetheart husband in Operation Iraqi Freedom and the horrors that quickly followed.    Ginger continues her story of redemption in marriage to her now husband Jim and in family with their 7 kids that were ages 2-22 combined when they united.  She shares how God used her pain in making her to be a warrior for Him. They discuss the beau...2021-05-1733 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsRescued - Hope Found with Ginger RavellaIn this episode, Jonathan interviews Ginger Gilbert Ravella,  a military wife and widow, mother of five, stepmother of two, writer and international speaker.  At 36 years old, she faced the sudden tragic loss of her college-sweetheart husband in Operation Iraqi Freedom and the horrors that quickly followed. Ginger shares her story, sudden loss, and the overwhelming nature of the life she found herself living.   Ginger answers the question, “How has God rescued you?” sharing the depth and darkness of her anxiety and depression and shares how it has built a heart of compassion in her for those g...2021-05-1035 minLet Your Ears Be the Gateway to Knowledge With Full AudiobookLet Your Ears Be the Gateway to Knowledge With Full AudiobookMy Wynter Season: Seeing God's Faithfulness in the Shadow of Grief Audiobook by Jonathan PittsListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 507608 Title: My Wynter Season: Seeing God's Faithfulness in the Shadow of Grief Author: Jonathan Pitts Narrator: Jonathan Pitts Format: Unabridged Length: 04:22:41 Language: English Release date: 04-27-21 Publisher: Christianaudio.com Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Biography & Memoir, Christianity, Religious & Inspirational Summary: Seasons come and go, but Wynter seemed to leave too soon. When Jonathan Pitts took his wife of fifteen years into his arms for their anniversary dance, he had no idea that within a month he would be on a completely different journey, navigating life after Wynter's sudden death...2021-04-274h 22Download Latest Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityDownload Latest Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityMy Wynter Season: Seeing God's Faithfulness in the Shadow of Grief by Jonathan PittsPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/507608to listen full audiobooks. Title: My Wynter Season: Seeing God's Faithfulness in the Shadow of Grief Author: Jonathan Pitts Narrator: Jonathan Pitts Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 22 minutes Release date: April 27, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Christianity Publisher's Summary: Seasons come and go, but Wynter seemed to leave too soon. When Jonathan Pitts took his wife of fifteen years into his arms for their anniversary dance, he had no idea that within a month he would be on a completely different journey, navigating life after Wynter's sudden...2021-04-274h 22She Reads Truth PodcastShe Reads Truth Podcast1 & 2 Thessalonians Week 2 with Jonathan PittsIt’s our second week in 1 Thessalonians! Raechel and Amanda read the rest of the apostle Paul’s letter with Jonathan Pitts, a pastor, author, and father of four. Having walked through his own season of grief recently, Jonathan speaks to the believer’s hope that death is not final and every loss will find its resurrection in Jesus. From Paul’s instructions (or “four-word sermons”) on practical holiness, to his beautiful benediction, the three friends discuss how we are called to live lives of daily faithfulness that ring out for Christ until the day we are united with Him. Th...2021-04-1253 minThe Autumn Miles ShowThe Autumn Miles ShowEpisode 27: Special Guest- Jonathan PittsJoin Autumn as she talks with Jonathan Pitts to discuss his memoir, " My Wynter Season: Seeing God's faithfulness in the Shadow of Grief." Pitts’ new book recounts the tragic and unexpected loss of his wife, Wynter, while instilling hope for those facing and walking through loss.  2021-03-1636 minLet\'s Parent on Purpose: Christian Marriage, Parenting, and DiscipleshipLet's Parent on Purpose: Christian Marriage, Parenting, and Discipleship215. The Death of a Spouse and Single Parenting with Jonathan PittsWhen Pastor and Author Jonathan Pitts’ wife of sixteen years died suddenly, he found himself thrust into a season of grief while also trying to navigate as a single parent. His wife Wynter had been his ministry partner, chief counselor, as well as an incredible mom for their four girls. In this conversation, Jonathan shares his journey of grief, provision, hope, and community. He encourages those who are grieving or parenting alone, and also gives great council for two parent families in how to minister to single parents.   Jonathan Pitts is an author, speaker and the...2021-02-2842 minThe Mary Marantz ShowThe Mary Marantz ShowWalking Through Loss? How to Seek God's Faithfulness in Seasons of Grief with Jonathan PittsDo you feel that you are struggling in a season marked by loss? Perhaps you find yourself wondering, “Where is God in all of this?”. If you can relate, then this episode is here to speak straight to your heart. Today, Mary is joined by bestselling author, speaker, father, widower, and executive pastor - Jonathan Pitts -as the two dive deep into Jonathan’s new book, “My Wynter Season: Seeing God’s Faithfulness In the Shadow of Grief”. My Wynter Season is a memoir which recounts the tragic and unexpected loss of Jonathan’s wife, Wynter, while instilling hop...2021-02-2343 minLiving Wholehearted Podcast With Jeff and TerraLiving Wholehearted Podcast With Jeff and TerraEpisode 67: My Wynter Season with Jonathan PittsWe know we just had Jonathan Pitts on the podcast this last January. (Listen to episode #60). But we just wanted more! He just released his book, “My Wynter Season” and there was more to learn.   As you may remember, if you have been hanging with us for awhile, Jonathan is an author, speaker, and the executive pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee. He previously served as the executive director at the Urban Alternative, the national ministry of Dr. Tony Evans. Jonathan has co-authored two books alongside his late wife, Wynter Pitts and his c...2021-02-2338 minDREAM THINK DO I Motivation, Encouragement & StrategyDREAM THINK DO I Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy313: Jonathan Pitts - Dreaming on the Other Side of GriefWe’re talking with Jonathan Pitts who’s a bestselling author, speaker and he’s an executive pastor at The Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee.  He’s also the proud dad and a big dream advocate for his 4 amazing daughters.  Jonathan has pursued a number of big dreams… and has encouraged his family to dream big too.  In fact, his oldest daughter had a major role in the movie “War Room” at the age of 10! But Jonathan will be the first to tell you that life can bring major challenges and tough setbacks too.  In fact, Jonathan was...2021-02-2333 minRhythms for LifeRhythms for LifeHope in Healing: Jonathan PittsIf you just pay attention to small occurrences and people in your life, you'll see how God is showing up. We had dear friend, father, speaker, and best-selling author, Jonathan Pitts, back on the Rhythms for Life podcast for Season 3! He released his latest book, My Wynter Season, where he details his journey of grief and healing after suddenly losing his wife of 15 years. He and his daughter, Alena, joined us in 2019 right after the loss of Wynter to talk about grief and gratitude, so Gabe and I were excited to have him back to reflect and discuss how...2021-02-1033 minThat Singles\' ShowThat Singles' Show1. Healing After Loss | Jonathan PittsOn the morning of July 24th, 2018, Jonathan Pitts woke up to an email that read "Do you have an exit strategy?" Just hours later, his wife of fifteen years, Wynter, died in his arms. In this week's episode, Kelly and Bob sit down with Jonathan Pitts, a single dad, author, speaker, and pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, TN. Jonathan shares about the darkest moments of his heartbreak, what he's learned in the time that has passed, and God's faithfulness in helping him and his daughters heal. Jonathan just released his latest book...2021-02-0922 minLive Inspired Podcast with John O\'LearyLive Inspired Podcast with John O'LearyFinding Strength While Grieving (Jonathan Pitts)How can you boldly walk forward from unfathomably challenging circumstances? Jonathan Pitts, pastor, author and father of four joins us to share how he did exactly this after he tragically lost his wife. Jonathan vulnerably shares his journey of loving Wynter, how he coped with losing her, and how he continues to find peace, strength, and hope in keeping her legacy alive. Our encouraging conversation will remind you that even in the most difficult times, the best of our days remain ahead. SHOW NOTES: Jonathan’s mom, a White German-American, met his dad, a Black man, at a music...2021-01-2841 minLiving Wholehearted Podcast With Jeff and TerraLiving Wholehearted Podcast With Jeff and TerraEpisode 60: Hope in the Darkness: When God uses life and death with Jonathan PittsWhat a powerful conversation with Jonathan Pitts. Jonathan shares the journey of loosing his wife unexpectedly and the process of coming alongside his four girls as they all make room for a new way of living. As a leader parenting daughters and co-founder of a ministry for tween girls, we felt like we were talking to a kindred friend. Jonathan is an author, speaker, and the executive pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee. He previously served as the executive director at the Urban Alternative, the national ministry of Dr. Tony Evans. Jonathan has co-authored two books...2021-01-0529 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts12 - Moving OnIn this season wrap up, Jonathan talks about what it means for him to move on from his tragedy of losing his wife Wynter. He shares how moving on doesn’t mean forgetting and the importance of remembrance. Join him as he verbalizes his process, some of it for the very first time.  If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe to it, share it with someone, and leave a review or rating. Follow Jonathan on instagram @pittsjr26. Thank you for listening. 2020-11-2307 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts11 - The Spirit of a FatherJonathan sits down with one of his spiritual fathers, Pastor and Author Scott Wilson, as they recall the moments where Jonathan needed a father the most. They remember Scott showing up for Jonathan and the girls as Wynter took her last breaths and leading them through her funeral and into today. They discuss what it means to have a spiritual father and what it means to be a spiritual father.  If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe to it, share it with someone, and leave a review or rating. Follow Jonathan on instagram @pittsjr26. Thank you for l...2020-11-1631 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts10 - Do you still believe? The gift of faith with Jeremy & Adrienne CampJonathan catches up with his friends, singer-songwriter Jeremy Camp and his equally talented wife and vocalist, Adrienne Camp. The couple came into his life in a special way through events surrounding Wynter’s death.  Like Jonathan, Jeremy experienced the loss of his wife and Jeremy and Adie join the podcast to share God’s goodness through their friendship and the faith developed through loss and grief. They discuss their new film I Still Believe and how God has worked in their family and marriage and even changed their ministry through this COVID season.2020-11-0933 minImprov Comedy ConnectionImprov Comedy ConnectionJonathan PittsToday's new episode features Jonathan Pitts! In this episode, Whit talks with Jonathan - an award-winning, international improv theatre artist, creator, director, producer, and teacher from Chicago. He's been improvising for over 35 years, and has been involved in founding and directing important festivals and experiences like the Chicago Improv Festival and the College Improv Tournament.  We talk tech, we talk the global improv community, we talk technique, and we talk about improv - all drawing on Jonathan's deep experience and interest in making connections across the globe with improv.You can connect with Jonathan on the web a...2020-11-081h 27The Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts09 - What Kind of Old Man or Woman?Jonathan sits down with one of his spiritual and vocational mentors, Bill Collins. Bill, a faithful husband, father to 7 children and more than 20 grandchildren is  a retired corporate executive who is still leveraging his life for the Kingdom in his 70s. He is precisely the man Jonathan aspires to be one day.  Jonathan and Bill have a conversation about what it looks like to be a wholehearted follower of Jesus and the characteristics of such a person as a parent, leader and ambassador for Christ.2020-11-0235 minRaising Mentally Healthy Kids with Michelle NietertRaising Mentally Healthy Kids with Michelle NietertThe Power of Grace with Jonathan Pitts and Alena PittsThis week on Raising Brave Beauties, Lynn Cowell and I are joined by Jonathan Pitts and his 16-year-old daughter, Alena Pitts! Jonathan is a pastor and father of four girls in Franklin, TN! He runs For Girls Like You, a Christ-focused ministry and magazine founded by his wife, Wynter. They aim to introduce young girls to Christian values in a way that they are able to palate and digest, so they can walk passionately and boldly in who God has created them to be! We’re talking about: 💜 Trying to emulate Jesus and the g...2020-10-2728 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts08 - Soul Talk with Alena PittsJonathan interviews his oldest daughter, actress and vocalist, Alena Pitts.  In their conversation they define what it means to engage in “soul talk,” meaningful conversations between God and yourself and oftentimes yourself and others. Jonathan shares a story that marked his life that involved Alena after the passing of her mother, Wynter Pitts, and Alena shares her heart, pain and learnings since losing her best friend and mentor.2020-10-2632 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts07 - Worry, Anxiety and Parenting with Sissy GoffJonathan interviews his good friend and pediatric counselor, Sissy Goff.  Sissy is the Director of Child & Adolescent Counseling at DayStar Counseling Ministries and has walked with the Pitts family through their season of loss, grief, anxiety, co-dependency and more.  Sissy shares her experience in helping parents lead their kids through the challenges that life has to offer and offers practical tools for dealing with worry and anxiety.2020-10-1933 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts06 - Disruptive MomentsJonathan discusses the reality and beauty of disruptive moments, those unanticipated events in life that mark you. He interviews two of his sisters, Leigh-Anna Rubio and Carmen Pitts, both of whom stepped in to support him in the most disruptive moment of his life in the loss of his wife and the mother of his girls, Wynter Pitts.  They share their own disruptive moments from the perspective of motherhood, surrogate motherhood and loss and how God has changed them in those moments.2020-10-1233 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts05 - Perseverance with Gary and Miriam PittsJonathan interviews the most famous couple he knows who you’ve never met, his parents Garry and Miriam Pitts. As they talk about walking with Jonathan through his grief journey with perseverance they also share their story of persevering for more than 40 years in marriage. Garry and Miriam began an interracial marriage in the 1970’s and share their story of love, learning and leaning on God.2020-10-0537 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts04 - True Friendship with Anthony Evans Jr.Jonathan interviews his cousin by marriage, worship leader and recording artist Anthony Evans Jr. Meeting more than 20 years ago, Jonathan and Anthony share the story of their friendship through ups and downs and reflect on the gift that having and being a true friend can be. Join Jonathan and Anthony as they discuss the beauty of friendship in dealing with the loss of two incredible women in their lives.2020-09-2826 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts03 - The Choice is YoursJonathan interviews speaker, author, and homeschool mom, Chrystal Evans Hurst. For fourteen years Jonathan and Chrystal did life together in very close proximity, raising their kids and working in ministry. In their conversation Chrystal shares her love for her “sister cousin,” Wynter, her learnings from Wynter’s life of faithfulness, and her observance of Wynter’s simple “yes” to God, which lead to profound results - even beyond Wynter’s life on earth.2020-09-2131 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts02 - Paying AttentionJonathan dives deeper into the story of losing his wife Wynter. In those difficult days, God gave him specific situations to pay attention to, and he shares how paying attention to those situations became not only a gift in the moment, but stories of hope for the future. Learn how practicing attentiveness can help you see God in all things and see all things in God. Be encouraged to begin looking for the gifts that God has placed right in front of you, helping you shift your perspective on your pain and your lost expectations.2020-09-1424 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan Pitts01 - Own your storyJonathan shares his story of the sudden and unexpected loss of his wife, Wynter. From saying goodbye to having to convey the news to his four daughters, Jonathan candidly shares some of the most painful details of that day and his journey. But, instead of focusing on all that has gone wrong, he shares his perspective of finding beauty in the chaos. Using Philippians 4:8 he describes how you can also find joy in the midst of your pain. He teaches a key lesson on the discipline of celebration and how that can help you and those you...2020-09-0724 minThe Journey with Jonathan PittsThe Journey with Jonathan PittsTrailerLife is a journey.  There are some really high highs and some really low lows.  But it’s in the very hardest of places where the real decision is made: will we walk out our days with hopelessness or relentlessly pursue God despite our setbacks?  Jonathan shares his real-life story of love, life, and loss with refreshing vulnerability and engaging candor.   Join Jonathan on The Journey as he helps you make better sense of yours.2020-08-2702 minGet Your Hopes Up with Christy WrightGet Your Hopes Up with Christy WrightWhat to Do When Your Heart Is Broken with Jonathan PittsWhat to Do When Your Heart Is Broken   0:51 Do This When You Feel Hopeless 12:59 How to Overcome Loss with Jonathan Pitts 35:17 Remember This When Life Is Hard . . . Resources Christy's 5-Day Confidence BoostSign up for my free 5-Day Confidence Boost. You'll receive five days of encouragement focused on helping you become a more confident you! https://bit.ly/3hLeH6m Christy Wright 2021 Goal PlannerYou can do hard things. You just need a plan. My brand-new 2021 Goal Planner will help you manage your schedule, grow as a person, and reach your goals-whether your goals are centered around your money, career or personal l...2020-08-1146 minPardon the Mess with Courtney DeFeo - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian KidsPardon the Mess with Courtney DeFeo - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian KidsSeeing God’s goodness in the middle of loss with Jonathan PittsWynter and Jonathan Pitts were married for fifteen years and twenty-seven days, until July 24, 2018, when Wynter unexpectedly went home to be with the Lord. Wynter left behind a family of four girls, a handful of books, and a ministry to tween girls—For Girls Like You. The niece of Tony Evans and the cousin of Priscilla Shirer, Wynter came from a strong family of faith. Jonathan Pitts is a speaker and executive pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, TN. He joins us today to speak about seeing God’s goodness in the middle of the pain...2020-04-1646 minJesus Calling: Stories of FaithJesus Calling: Stories of FaithGod Brings Life After Loss: Jonathan Pitts and John HillWhen life brings us to our knees, it’s nearly impossible to remember that one day the pain won’t feel as sharp, and somehow we’ll find new life beyond the sorrow. In fact, God can redeem our darkest moments by bringing love and joy and newfound purpose to our days. That’s what He’s done for our guests this week: pastor and author Jonathan Pitts, who recently lost his 38-year-old wife author Wynter Evans Pitts, and entrepreneur John Hill, who struggled to find his way in life until He trusted God for each moment.    Links...2019-07-2527 minJesus Calling: Stories of FaithJesus Calling: Stories of FaithGod Brings Life After Loss: Jonathan Pitts and John HillWhen life brings us to our knees, it’s nearly impossible to remember that one day the pain won’t feel as sharp, and somehow we’ll find new life beyond the sorrow. In fact, God can redeem our darkest moments by bringing love and joy and newfound purpose to our days. That’s what He’s done for our guests this week: pastor and author Jonathan Pitts, who recently lost his 38-year-old wife author Wynter Evans Pitts, and entrepreneur John Hill, who struggled to find his way in life until He trusted God for each moment.    Links...2019-07-2527 minThe Improv In Action PodcastThe Improv In Action PodcastS2E11 - Empathy with Jonathan PittsJonathan Pitts is the executive director of Chicago Improv Productions. He's the co-founder & original producer of Chicago Improv Festival and he's also the founder & producer of the College Improv Tournament. He taught at The Second City Training Center for 16 years. Jonathan now tours the world teaching and performing improvisation in countries most of us only know by name. We're excited to have Jonathan on this episode of Improv in Action with the topic of Empathy.2019-07-1139 minJesus Over EverythingJesus Over EverythingJOE S1E88: Interview with Jonathan PittsLisa talks with new friend Jonathan Pitts, as he shares the tender story of the loss of his wife Wynter, the gift of being able to write their book “Emptied” together, being intentional in marriage and how we choose to see the differences between us and our spouses can make all the difference in our marriage.   Links: For Girls Like You Emptied Pitts 15 Year Anniversary   Learn more about Lisa at LisaWhittle.com Produced by Unmutable™ Connect with Lisa:Website: https://www.lisawhittle.comSubsta...2019-06-2629 minJesus Over EverythingJesus Over EverythingJOE S1E87: Guest Host – Jonathan PittsJonathan Pitts, author, speaker, and the executive pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee, joins us with a message of faithfulness and what it looks like to walk out real faithfulness in our everyday lives.   Links: For Girls Like You Emptied Pitts 15 Year Anniversary   Learn more about Lisa at LisaWhittle.com   Produced by Unmutable™ Connect with Lisa:Website: https://www.lisawhittle.comSubstack: https://letsbeclear.substack.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisawhittleofficialInstagram: https...2019-06-2505 minSimply Joyful with Kristi Clover | Encouragement for your Faith and FamilySimply Joyful with Kristi Clover | Encouragement for your Faith and FamilySJP #69: Jonathan Pitts: How to Experience a Poured-Out Marriage#69: Jonathan Pitts: How to Experience a Poured-Out Marriage Shortly after Jonathan and Wynter Pitts celebrated fifteen years of marriage and in the midst a move from the Dallas area to Nashville, TN, Wynter's heart failed. She left Jonathan and their four daughters bewildered and heartbroken, but also hopeful. In this episode, Jonathan will share about the last book he and Wynter wrote together, Emptied: Experiencing the Fullness of a Poured-Out Marriage. Even though we do talk about marriage in this episode, you will be encouraged whether or not you are married. Yes, we talk about...2019-05-3134 minMoms in Prayer PodcastMoms in Prayer PodcastEpisode 42 - For Girls Like You with Jonathan Pitts“For Girls Like You is going to go on.” Jonathan Pitts has prayerfully stepped into the ministry that his wife founded, ministering and discipling girls in a fun-filled Christ centered way.  Today Lee and Jonathan talk about God’s providence in leading his family in a story that only He could write.  From the beginning of the ministry through his wife, Wynter, the beginning of a magazine for tweens, books, the acting career of the daughter, to the calling of his wife home to heaven six months ago, Jonathan sees the leading and faithfulness of the Lord.  This one is a must...2019-03-1833 minThat Sounds Fun with Annie F. DownsThat Sounds Fun with Annie F. DownsEpisode 121: Jonathan PittsIt's a special day here on the podcast as we welcome Jonathan Pitts- pastor, author, and husband to my friend, the late Wynter Pitts.  The very day she passed away, Jonathan and Wynter turned in a book on marriage called Emptied. I thought talking about this book, and Wynter, and Jonathan's transition to Nashville, would be great at the end of TSF Couples 2019. Hope you'll enjoy this very moving and honest conversation with Jonathan. (We love you, Wynter. You are missed here.) https://twitter.com/PittsTimes6 https://forgirlslikeyou.com2019-03-041h 05The Happy Hour with Jamie IveyThe Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHappy Hour #232: Jonathan PittsMy guest for The Happy Hour # 232 is Jonathan Pitts. Jonathan is the Executive Pastor at Church of the City and husband to my friend Wynter Pitts, who God called home July 24, 2018. Jonathan and Wynter have four daughters, and on the show today I had the honor to talk with Jonathan about what life has looked like since her passing. Jonathan starts off sharing how the ministry Wynter started, For Girls Like You, is continuing and growing. We then get to hear so many incredible stories of how God has shown Jonathan and his family that He's always been with...2019-02-131h 05Let Your Ears Be the Gateway to Knowledge With Full AudiobookLet Your Ears Be the Gateway to Knowledge With Full AudiobookEmptied: Experiencing the Fullness of a Poured-Out Marriage Audiobook by Jonathan PittsListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 364619 Title: Emptied: Experiencing the Fullness of a Poured-Out Marriage Author: Jonathan Pitts, Lisa Renee Pitts, Wynter Pitts Narrator: Jared Wright Format: Unabridged Length: 06:27:00 Language: English Release date: 01-08-19 Publisher: Christianaudio.com Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Counseling & Inspirational Summary: For a Marriage That Brims OverMaybe you entered marriage with some pretty high expectationsmost couples do. Jonathan and Wynter Pitts did. Until the reality of married life spilled into their expectations.Jonathan and Wynter invite you on a journey to explore a different approach to your happily-ever-after marriage. Join...2019-01-086h 27Improv Nerd With Jimmy CarraneImprov Nerd With Jimmy CarraneJonathan PittsJonathan Pitts is the executive director of the Chicago Improv Festival, which he founded 20 years ago. In this interview, Jimmy gets an Improv Nerd exclusive -- Jonathan tells Jimmy what he's going to do after this year's festival -- and they talk about how Chicago has been able to stay relevant as an improv mecca and Jonathan's experience working with David Shepherd.2017-01-0956 minImprov Nerd With Jimmy CarraneImprov Nerd With Jimmy CarraneJonathan PittsJonathan Pitts is the executive director of the Chicago Improv Festival, which he founded 20 years ago. In this interview, Jimmy gets an Improv Nerd exclusive -- Jonathan tells Jimmy what he's going to do after this year's festival -- and they talk about how Chicago has been able to stay relevant as an improv mecca and Jonathan's experience working with David Shepherd.2017-01-0957 min