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Further Up and Further InStay On Target...Stay On TargetAnyone catch the Star Wars quote there? Anyways, on a completely unrelated topic, the book of Nehemiah is filled with adventure, challenges, enemies and lessons for us today. Nehemiah was able to resist his enemies by knowing his identity and his purpose. Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about the importance of identity and purpose along with some questions to ask ourselves.2023-03-1130 minFurther Up and Further InLongings...No one likes the discomfort of unsatisfied longings and we often respond in all kinds of unhelpful ways. However every longing holds an invitation to know God in a fresh way. Listen as Michelle and Amy stumble over a CS Lewis quote and have some thoughtful ponderings about longings.2023-02-0817 minFurther Up and Further InAnnual Word of the Year DebriefIt is our favorite time of year when we look back at what God has done over the past year. In spite of our initial skepticism we are grateful for what He has done. Listen as Michelle and Amy debrief 2022 and encourage their listeners to seek a word for 20232023-01-2122 minFurther Up and Further InFrom the Vault: Red Shoe ManifestoFirst released on November 30 2018. Michelle tells her story of Jesus calling her further up and further in, boldly being seen and known with her red shoes on.2022-12-1020 minFurther Up and Further InNutshells and Nuggets Part TwoMichelle and Amy tackle part two of listener questions. Listen for nutshells and nuggets about how to be a blessing, what healthy habits look like and more!2022-12-0420 minFurther Up and Further InNutshells and Nuggets Part OneWe love listener questions! So we decided to tackle a few on this episode. Listen for nutshells and nuggets as Michelle and Amy respond to a few questions like how to make friends, what's the mind of Christ all about and more!
Also apologies for the loud furnace in the background at some point, Amy just isn't skilled enough at editing to remove it!2022-11-1920 minFurther Up and Further InGreasy GraceCan grace be cheap? Are we getting off too easy focusing on love of Jesus and not spending enough time telling people to stop sinning? Listen as Michelle and Amy tease apart the ideas of greasy grace and holy living.2022-11-0517 minFurther Up and Further InWhat’s Next, Papa?Sometimes we get stuck in the past because it was so good. Sometimes we feel trapped in the paste because it was so hard. Neither one is our destiny. Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about moving forward into what's next.2022-10-1520 minFurther Up and Further InBreaking NewsIt's been a whirlwind summer of changes. Listen as Michelle and Amy catch up with each other and their listeners and discover some delightful things along the way.2022-09-1622 minFurther Up and Further InThe Easy Answers to AngerWe wish we had some easy answers but we can only offer some of our solid rumblings! Listen as Michelle and Amy unpack thoughts around discerning the difference between healthy anger and having a temper tantrum.2022-09-0226 minFurther Up and Further InDinner is Served!The one in which Michelle reflects on her year of eating giants for breakfast and Amy goes down several rabbit trails. It's guaranteed to give you an appetite for giants!2022-08-1919 minFurther Up and Further InMartha v. Mary. Round TwoThey've talked about it before and they're talking about it again. Turns out there is more to be discovered for both men and women in the story of Martha and Mary. Listen as Michelle and Amy discover some really encouraging and inspiring things.2022-08-0517 minFurther Up and Further InHow Not to Be SadWhen we know Jesus we don't have to be sad, right? Well, not exactly. You can be sad and anchored to Jesus. Listen as Michelle and Amy review the healthy lament tool and share some recent discoveries.2022-07-2221 minFurther Up and Further InWho’s the Coolest of Them All?We're prone to comparing ourselves to others. Sometimes comforting oneself with the idea we're better than others, sometimes intimidated by wishing we were more like someone else. Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with some of their own challenges and strategies for living free of the beast of comparison.2022-07-0827 minFurther Up and Further InRebellion...It’s Sneaky!Often we have a clear picture of what we think rebellion looks like. However, rebellion is sneaky and can show up in our heart posture looking a little different. Listen Michelle and Amy talk about the nuances of rebellion and what the antidote is.2022-06-2422 minFurther Up and Further InTo Be Or Not To Be...VulnerableVulnerable, authentic, transparent. Are they the same thing or different? Listen as Michelle and Amy respond to a listener's question about how and when to be vulnerable without it blowing up in your face.2022-06-1020 minFurther Up and Further InJudgy, JudgyHow do we overcome other people's judgements? Guess what... it's not by judging them in return. Listen as Michelle and Amy admit they wish that was the answer and talk real life strategies for this real life problem.2022-05-2725 minFurther Up and Further InThe Best Offense is a Good DefenseEver feel defensive? Unsurprisingly we have also found ourselves feeling defensive from time to time. How do we navigate being wrong and staying connected? Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with the counterintutive journey further up and further in.2022-05-1321 minFurther Up and Further InHello? Hello?Do you feel like you struggle to hear God speaking to you? Or is He even talking at all? Or perhaps He only speaks to certain people? Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about some common barriers to hearing from God.2022-04-2925 minFurther Up and Further InSpecial Interview with a Top FanWe love hearing from listeners! And we also love that guys listen to our podcast too. In today's episode we talk to our good friend and faithful listener Scott Whitford. Listen as Scott shares some of his own journey further up and further in.2022-04-1536 minFurther Up and Further InBut I’m the Victim Here!This week’s episode is an interview with a special guest who has a relatable story about her pursuit of life further up and further in. Listen as she authentically shares her journey of wanting to just chuck a relationship and how Jesus invited her into brave steps that didn’t change the other person (as she would have hoped!) but made a radical difference in her own life. Listen at your own risk—you’ll be inspired!2022-04-0127 minFurther Up and Further InPartner With Dope LifeWe can't always pull ourselves up by our bootstraps when we're at the end of our rope or just slogging through the grind. What we need is a word of life that sparks strength and joy. But how do we get there? Listen as Michelle and Amy share two different ways they recently received that fresh burst of life that gave them strength and strategy for the season in which they find themselves.2022-03-1832 minFurther Up and Further InWanna Flip Some Tables?Sounds fun doesn't it? Afterall the whole world is getting stuff wrong and as followers of Jesus we're supposed to fix it right? Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with a desire to flip tables and what Jesus might have to say to his followers about their assignment.2022-03-0418 minFurther Up and Further InThe Divisive Topic of UnityUnity is tricky, certainly not as easy as it sounds and we don't have any easy answers either. Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble through their own challenges and share some of their bright ideas around this hard but important topic of unity.2022-02-1836 minFurther Up and Further InAwkward But GoodSometimes the journey of further up and further in goes off the beaten track. This can be awkward and it's led Michelle and Amy to frequently say "It's awkward but I'll do it and it will be good." Listen as Michelle and Amy unpack their process of how to do awkward without it being a total disaster.2022-01-2817 minFurther Up and Further InThe Nitty Gritty of Going Further Up and Further InJoin us and our special guest Jody who graciously shares her story of hitting rock bottom and turning to Jesus. Once again her story demonstrates the risk, the guts and the glory of letting go of what feels safe to find the life we've longed for.2022-01-1430 minFurther Up and Further InFun and FastWe hear the words spiritual disciplines and think prayer or reading the Bible; however spiritual disciplines cover a wide range of activities. Listen as Michelle and Amy discuss the spiritual disciplines of having fun and technology fasting.2021-12-3129 minFurther Up and Further InStuff of StablesThe Christmas season can put a lot of pressure on our lives. Sometimes it makes us feel like we don't even like Christmas. Those awkward not pretty places are exactly where Jesus wants us to know his presence. Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with the need to know him as well as carry his presence to others.2021-12-1720 minFurther Up and Further InWaiting...Waiting...WaitingAdvent is all about waiting for the fullfillment of God's promises. It's also when it is easy to lose our way, our hope and our sense of expectation. Listen as Michelle and Amy unpack the nitty gritty of sustaining hope in the waiting.
Michelle Dwyer's new book Fierce Hope is now available for pre-order on Amazon: Fierce Hope2021-12-0322 minFurther Up and Further InMore on the Three BsWe got some questions on our Boobs, Bellies and Butts episode and we decided we would take the time to rumble with some of them. Listen as Michelle whines and Amy expounds on this complex and important topic!2021-11-1925 minFurther Up and Further InWho Wants to be Weak?None of us want to be weak. We do our best to show up strong but sometimes we find ourselves in a spot of weakness. This occurs despite our best efforts to avoid it. Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with what it means to discover God's strength when we find ourselves at the end of our own.2021-11-0521 minFurther Up and Further InBoobs, Bellies & ButtsDoes purity culture get you riled? Us too! Like many other things, it's a messy place of tension. Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble about what it means to live with integrity in this tricky issue.2021-10-2215 minFurther Up and Further InFierce Hope Part TwoIn Part one of this two-episode series, we talked about authentic hope. Listen as Michelle and Amy take a deeper dive into what it means to have faith in God and his goodness in both the process and moment.2021-10-0818 minFurther Up and Further InFierce Hope Part OneFollowing up on the Facts of Life episode, we wanted to talk more about fierce hope when facing giants that block out the light. Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about authentic hope that is more than a whimsical feeling that comes and goes.2021-09-2418 minFurther Up and Further InFacts of LifeListen as Michelle and Amy make noble attempts to sing theme songs and Sunday school songs as well as chat about eating giants for breakfast2021-09-1020 minFurther Up and Further InHot Topic: HealingDoes Jesus heal today? If not, why not? We don't have all the answers but we do have a lot of thoughts. Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with this difficult but important topic.2021-08-2726 minFurther Up and Further InBut I Don't Want To Be ThankfulDoes God really want us to be thankful for all things? Nope! But we can pave a highway of holiness through our places of weeping by giving thanks in all things. Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with why this is uncomfortable but essential.2021-08-1315 minFurther Up and Further InImpossible Marriage?Michelle and Amy share some thoughts about what they have been learning about loving well, boundaries and staying connected.
Book referenced: An Impossible Marriage by Laurie Krieg & Matt Krieg. Buy it An Impossible Marriage on Amazon2021-07-3028 minFurther Up and Further InEncouraging Discipline! Said No One EverDo we want God to act more like our father or grandfather? Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble about the discomfort and delight of being one of God's beloved children.2021-07-1621 minFurther Up and Further InThe Tension of Faith and WorksWorks and faith are intrinistically connected. Avoiding the ditch of performance doesn't get us off the hook of obedience. Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about some of the practical ways we can demonstrate our faith through obedience.2021-07-0220 minFurther Up and Further InThis is Not Plan BEver feel like you're stuck somehow because you messed up? Could have done something differently and now you just have to make the best of it? Here's some good news, your life is not plan C or even plan B. Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about pride, arrogance, the nature of God, how some people in the Bible are just losers and how Jesus is making our lives Plan A.2021-06-1820 minFurther Up and Further InSay to the MountainThere are some mountains we are commanded to move and some mountains where we are to meet God on. Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about the difference and how we don't want to miss the opportunity to meet God on the mountain.2021-06-0418 minFurther Up and Further InHappiness is NOT JoyRecently we were asked some questions about joy. What does true joy look like? Are we to be annoyingly postive and smiling all the time? Should we be spouting catchphrases and memes? Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about what true joy looks like, how to cultivate it and how joy isn't about toxic positivity.2021-05-2115 minFurther Up and Further InAre You a Slave?The answer is yes. The question is who or what you are a slave to? You actually get to pick. Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with the reality that we choose to obey God or we choose to obey sin.2021-05-0720 minFurther Up and Further InDid You Say Misogyny?Turns out Michelle and Amy have a lot to say about men and women working together in all the ways God has designed for them. Fasten your seatbelts, they get a little excited in this episode. This is one both men and women are sure to enjoy, they promise!2021-04-2328 minFurther Up and Further InTantalizing but Toxic TormentorsWhen is it okay to judge? How should we react when we are being blamed and accused? Listen as Michelle and Amy get honest about judgement, accusation, and blame and talk about how to overcome these tantalizing but toxic tormentors.2021-04-0230 minFurther Up and Further InWhat Else is Happening?COVID-19 isn't the only thing that's been happening this last year, but it has been dominating everyone's conversations and thoughts. Other things, both joyful and sorrowful, have occured this year separate from COVID-19. In this focus-shifting episode, listen as Michelle and Amy talk about what else is happening.2021-03-1919 minFurther Up and Further InYou are exhibit AWe need to tell our stories of how Jesus has shown up in our lives but there are a million reasons why we simply don't want to. Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about some of their struggles and strategies for overcoming their hesistancy and get excited to share your story!2021-02-1913 minFurther Up and Further InAre We Just Navel Gazing?Amy plays devil's advocate and challenges Michelle on inner healing, personality tools and the like. Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with the truth that letting God clear our junk is making us more like Jesus.2021-02-0525 minFurther Up and Further InMartha V. MaryEveryone loves to hate on this story and it creates all kinds of strong emotions. Listen as Michelle and Amy process their reactions and thoughts. We promise you will be encouraged and inspired!2021-01-2215 minFurther Up and Further InKnow God & What He SaysIn all the cultural noise, how do we know what to believe and how to express it? Listen as Michelle and Amy make their own confessions and share some guidelines.2021-01-0822 minFurther Up and Further InFavourite Things (Must be Spelt With a 'U')In a year of a million hard things and after all the good advice we've given our listeners, we thought we would end the year on a note of delight. Listen as Michelle and Amy cover their delightful things of the year from theological podcasts to fluffy shows.2020-12-2533 minFurther Up and Further InTo Obey or Not to Obey? That is the Question.How do we know when we're supposed to follow the laws of the land and when we are supposed to break them? How do we get along with people who have a different answer than us? Michelle and Amy have been rumbling with these big questions the last few weeks and now you get to listen in!2020-12-1124 minFurther Up and Further InRest and DelightEver find yourself afraid you're missing something, getting it wrong or aren't where you should be? Jesus doesn't hand us a checklist, he invites us into friendship and asks us to trust him in the process. Listen as Michelle and Amy discuss how we can rest while on the journey Jesus has for us.2020-11-2718 minFurther Up and Further InWhat's Your Go To?What do you do when you feel unsettled, out of sorts, restless or weary? Do you find yourself seeking relaxation but never finding rest? Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about some of their own pitfalls and strategies as they delver deeper into the comfort conversation.2020-11-1324 minFurther Up and Further InDoes Your Breath Stink?Pride is like stinky breath, other people know we have it before we do. Pride inhibits our flourishing and creativity. Listen as Michelle and Amy unpack pride and all its sneaky ways.2020-10-3023 minFurther Up and Further InLet's Talk about Sex, Baby!Ever since we said we wouldn't talk about sex on the podcast a few episodes back, Jesus has been nudging us! This episode is a potpourri of thoughts and ideas that we hope our listeners find encouraging. Listen as Michelle and Amy delve into sex, sexuality and how God made it to be good.2020-10-1625 minFurther Up and Further InThe God of ComfortIs clinging to comfort holding you back in your relentless pursuit of further up and further in? Listen as Michelle and Amy share about letting go of comfort and finding adventure on the other side.2020-10-0215 minFurther Up and Further InRebellion - Not as Cool as You ThinkMichelle and Amy have a tricky conversation on the topic of rebellion. How do we stand up for what's right and hold to our values while not engaging with rebellion? Listen as Michelle and Amy discuss current events, drop some Star Wars references and rumble with how much our heart posture actually matters.2020-09-1821 minFurther Up and Further InWho's the Boss?We like to think that life works best when we're the boss of our lives. Is that even the best idea though? Listen as Michelle and Amy unpack what it looks like to allow Jesus to be lord in every area of our lives.2020-09-0438 minFurther Up and Further InCancel Culture?!Cancel culture, while not a new phenomonon, has reached alarming heights in this social media age. How do we navigate cancel culture, redemption and accountability in light of who Jesus is. Listen as Michelle and Amy get worked up, drop a swear word, rumble, grumble and exhort in this loaded podcast episode.2020-08-2130 minFurther Up and Further InRisky BusinessIt seems like taking risks is a part of being a follower of Jesus. But, what's the point of taking risks? Or to back it up even further, what is risk? Listen as Michelle and Amy discuss these questions, talk about their risk taking journeys and make some pretty sweet sound effects.2020-08-0718 minFurther Up and Further InOh, the Audacity!Audacity: courage or confidence of a kind that makes people unsettled or shocked - we are called to be audacious! Sandwiched between two incredible stories of Jesus's power in Mark 5, the woman with the bleeding issue is often breezed through. However, this story not only has audacity written all over it, there are a few incredible challenges for us today. Listen as Michelle and Amy dive into this story and how we are challenged to be audacious.2020-07-2423 minFurther Up and Further InDazed and Confused?There is a lot of uncertainity right now. We've had days, if not months, of frustration and confusion. Listen as Michelle and Amy share some of their story and the ways they've encounter God in the mystery of it all.2020-07-1017 minFurther Up and Further InSo What's the Deal with Churches and Pastors?Church has looked a lot different in the last few months and will again look different in the future. This is a great time to examine our beliefs around church and pastors. Listen as Michelle and Amy unpack the complexity, joy and dysfunction of church life and the roles of pastors.2020-06-2628 min
Further Up and Further InThe Upside of What Bugs YouIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: We will be doing a Facebook live event on July 17th 2020 at 7pm MDT. Find us on Facebook at Further Up & Further In Podcast
How do you know your destiny? What keeps you awake at night? Are you medicating yourself? Do you have a chip on your shoulder? Listen as Michelle and Amy dive into these important questions
2020-06-1222 minFurther Up and Further InName...That...Season!Seasons are significant and recognizing the season we're in is critical. Knowing our present season makes all the difference in the season that follows. Listen as Michelle and Amy delve into seasons and why they are important.2020-05-2925 minFurther Up and Further InCreated to FlourishYou were created to represent God in amazing ways. God wants to give you creative ideas that lead to fruitful flourishing no matter what you're facing. Llisten as Michelle and Amy talk about creativity and why God has given us an imagination.2020-05-1533 minFurther Up and Further InTo Rest or Not to Rest, that is the QuestionSabbath is one of those religious words that can confuse everybody. What is sabbath? Why does it matter or does it even matter? Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with what Sabbath can look like in the 21st Century.2020-05-0114 minFurther Up and Further InPressure's On!When the pressure's on, what comes out? Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about how they're learning to make space for the kingdom of light rather than the kingdom of darkness during the Covid-19 crisis2020-04-1733 minFurther Up and Further InCheerful EnduranceCheerful endurance sure doesn't sound like fun. However, when trials (or Covid-19) inevitably come our way, joy is still possible. Listen as Michelle and Amy unpack the possibility of facing trials with cheerful endurance.2020-04-0314 min
Further Up and Further InWho I am ≠ What I doWe are not what we do, but it sure feels like it sometimes. Listen as Michelle and Amy rumble with separating our identity and our purpose.2020-03-2019 min
Further Up and Further InGift of Conflict?Did you know that conflict can actually be a gift? We know, it sounds crazy and yet it's true. What does it look like to embrace conflict as a gift? How can we do it well? Listen to Michelle and Amy as they talk about how conflict allows for growth for us and others.2020-03-0613 min
Further Up and Further InInfluence: An Everybody Skill -- Part TwoHow do we help others show up at their best? How do we create an environment that allow others to flourish? Listen as Michelle and Amy interview John Caplin, a leadership coach, on how our first responsibility in being a positive influence is to lead ourselves well. This episode is the final episode in our two part series.2020-02-2136 min
Further Up and Further InInfluence: An Everybody Skill -- Part OneHow do I show up at my best? Listen as Michelle and Amy interview John Caplin, a leadership coach, about how our first responsibility in being a positive influence is to lead ourselves well. This is the first part of an exciting two part series.2020-02-0725 min
Further Up and Further InFast Asleep and DreamingIt is important to have dreams and important to dream - dreams while you're sleeping, that is. Often dream interpretation gets a bad rap among believers, but we believe God can and does speak to us through dreams. Listen as Michelle and Amy unpack understanding the source of your dreams and the parameters around godly dream interpretation.2020-01-2415 min
Further Up and Further InLet Hope AriseHope is a powerful and sometimes intimidating thing; what happens if we hope too much or hope too long? We can have so much hope and yet realize there are still areas of our lives where we are tired of hoping and waiting. Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about the hope of the Bible and how we can practically grow and engage with hope!2020-01-1017 min
Further Up and Further InYou Ain't Seen Nothing Yet!It's almost 2020! The new year is an exciting clean slate for some and a time of anxiety and dread for others. New Year's resolutions that almost always fail, looming hard things in the new year and pressure to get it right can start the new year off on the wrong foot. However, the new year is a perfect time to listen, reflect and refocus on Jesus. Listen as Michelle and Amy discuss some of their New Year's traditions that create space for Jesus to speak and build anticipation for the new year.2019-12-2721 min
Further Up and Further InAdam's FamilyEven though we weren't born into the Addam's family, we were born into Adam's family and it's dysfunctional at the best of times. You, though, are not a victim of your family's story, rather you are designed to be a catalyst of generational blessings. Listen as Michelle and Amy delve into the concept of family sin patterns and how we can find freedom in Jesus!2019-12-1323 min
Further Up and Further InReconciliation. It's Work!Reconcilation is work, but it's worth it. There are a lot of thoughts out there of what reconciliation looks like but often they're actually inaccurate and prevent people from fully engaging with reconciliation. Listen as Michelle and Amy discuss what it is, what it isn't and the importance of it.
Steps Reconciliation (Introduced in Episode 29)
(adapted from Nothing Hidden Ministries)
1. This is what I did wrong or this is what I did that hurt you
2. This is the pain that I believe I put you through because of what I did
- Ask the other person for feedback:
Did I identify and understand...2019-11-2917 min
Further Up and Further InYou got the Power -- Keys in Your PocketYou are not a victim of the atmosphere around you! You've been given keys of authority to shift atmostpheres around you but first you must shift the atmosphere inside of you. Listen as Michelle and Amy make some fabulous sound effects in their quest to discuss how and when to use your spiritual authority.2019-11-1518 min
Further Up and Further InRoom to GrowWe've officially made it to one year of podcasting! Thank you to all our faithful listeners, you are the reason why we keep doing this. We are cheering you on as you all continue to go further up and further in.
We now return to our regular programming...
We all have something to give and we all have room to grow. Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about making intentional space to make room for our own growth and for others to grow.2019-11-0120 min
Further Up and Further InIt's Not Good to be AloneSometimes living in isolation seems to be our best bet for living a safe and happy life, but God said it is not good to be alone. Listen as Michelle and Amy talk about living in healthy community.2019-10-1820 min
Further Up and Further InAnalytical or Intuitive. Who's Right?People seem to be wired on a spectrum of experiencing life through thoughts or feelings. This can create a lot of tension in our relationship with one another and even in our relationship with God. Listen as Michelle and Amy unpack the gifts and challenges of being wired one way or another.2019-10-0425 min
Further Up and Further InWhere's Jesus?Sometimes looking for Jesus Christ can feel like playing Where's Waldo? The Bible says Jesus is always with us, yet in reality we can often feel alone, abandoned and wonder where exactly was Jesus when things happened to us. Listen as Michelle and Amy discuss strategies for experiencing the comforting and healing presence of Jesus in our every day and past memories2019-09-2022 min
Further Up and Further InAngels and Demons (Not the Dan Brown Book)The supernatural is becoming more and more of a cultural focus. There is a plethora of movies, TV series and books featuring angels and demons. However, much of what we see or read about the supernatural in culture is not accurate. To unhealthily focus on angels and demons or dismiss them all together are two ditches we can fall into. Listen as Michelle and Amy discuss the supernatural realm and dive into what the Bible actually says on this topic.2019-09-0621 min
Further Up and Further InFear V. Self Control -- It's the Same but Different.Actions based in fear or self control can look so similar and yet the motivation so wildly different. How do we determine if we are letting fear rule the roost or if our actions are actually based in self-control, which is a fruit of the Spirit? This episode discusses how to recognize your motivation, starve fear and grow self-control!2019-08-2314 min
Further Up and Further InThe Ugly Yet Tantalizing -- Offense, Unforgiveness and BitternessOffense, unforgiveness and bitterness are wrecking havoc in the Body of Christ and the world around us. Michelle and Amy dive right into the hard yet crucial discussion of why these three things seem so appealing and how they prevent people from going further up and further in.
*Please note we had some technical difficulties in the recording of this episode and some static is present!*2019-08-0919 min
Further Up and Further InWho's Talking?Let's face it, we are constantly hearing different voices in our heads. These voices can be our own, God's or the enemy of our soul's rattling around! God still speaks today and yet it can be really challenging to figure out what he is saying on any given day. Michelle and Amy have a conversation about how we can know we're hearing from God.2019-07-2819 min
Further Up and Further InPrayer -- It's Not Rocket SciencePrayer is not rocket science, even though sometimes we tend to think prayer is complex and only for experts! Prayer is first and foremost is a conversation with your friend. Join Michelle and Amy as they discuss different prayer strategies they use to cultivate a life of prayer!2019-07-1222 min
Further Up and Further InWide Awake and DreamingDreaming for our future is a skill many of us lose after childhood. Yet, dreaming is spiritually and emotionally healthy. Listen as Amy and Michelle unpack their strategies for dreaming.2019-06-2818 min
Further Up and Further InDisappointed. Now What?All of us experience disappointment. How do we move forward in hope?2019-06-1417 min
Further Up and Further InIs your Gig Good Enough?Ever find yourself taking a risk and then rehashing it for hours or even days wishing you had done a 'better' job? Listen as Amy and Michelle share some of their stories about taking risks and coming away unashamed.2019-05-3118 min
Further Up and Further InFruit vs GiftsHave you ever noticed that some people are all about the fruit of the Holy Spirit and some people are all about the gifts? Is it supposed to be this way? Or are they meant to function together?2019-05-1720 min
Further Up and Further InHealthy LamentIn order to go further up and further in, we need to know how to grieve and process sadness and anger in a healthy way. Unfortunately, as believers, we tend to fall into two ditches - denial of sadness or overtaken by sadness. In this episode, we discuss and walk through a process for healthy laments modeled in the Psalms by David. You can find the steps for the health lament on our website or Facebook page.2019-05-0316 min
Further Up and Further InSoultiesGod has made us as relational beings and created us to form deep connections with each other. Unfortunately, the enemy is a jerk and perverts every good thing. Take a listen to learn about healthy and unhealthy soulties and how they can affect us body, soul and spirit.
Tool:
In the name of Jesus and by the power of the cross, I break all ungodly body, soul and spirit ties formed between __________ and me. I send back to him/her all parts of themselves they gave to me outside godly order. I take back from them all parts of myself I...2019-04-1919 min
Further Up and Further InIs Fasting for Freaks?Is fasting for freaks? Have you ever thought of fasting or is it simply for 'those religious weirdos'? Join Amy and Michelle as they share some of their funny and wonderful experiences around fasting and unpack the whole reason behind it. Spoiler Alert: it's not just for freaks!2019-04-0519 min
Further Up and Further InIn the World, Not of ItOn today's episode, we dive into a listener's question on our Facebook page (Further Up and Further In Podcast) of how we are to be in the world but not of the world. Listen to find out....it's not a simple answer.2019-03-2216 min
Further Up and Further InWhat If?The what-ifs can seem like good preparation and planning; however, in reality they end up stealing our joy and peace. Listen as Amy and Michelle discuss how to deal with the what-ifs that can seem overwhelming.
2019-03-0814 minFurther Up and Further InPartnering with the promiseIn this episode, we take a look at how we maintain hope in seasons of repeated disappointment. What is required of us to see the promises around our destiny fulfilled?
2019-02-2216 min