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That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs

882 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9.9K ratings

Christian author and speaker Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, restaurants, travel stories, musicians not to miss, interviews with friends. Pretty much, if it sounds fun to Annie, you're gonna hear about it.

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Annie + Eddie Recap 2015 - Episode 866

February 29, 2024 09:00 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MB

We’re taking things back to 2015 with our good buddy, Eddie Kaufholz. If you missed the news, each month this year, in honor of our 10th Anniversary of That Sounds Fun Podcast, Eddie and I will be reviewing each year the podcast has existed. We’re going to talk about what happened in the world, the top songs and movies, and what happened in our own lives…this is going to be an adventure back to all the things we forgot and all the memories that have stuck with us too. Did we actually recap 2...

Annie + Eddie Recap 2015

February 29, 2024 09:00 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MB

We’re taking things back to 2015 with our good buddy, Eddie Kaufholz. If you missed the news, each month this year, in honor of our 10th Anniversary of That Sounds Fun Podcast, Eddie and I will be reviewing each year the podcast has existed. We’re going to talk about what happened in the world, the top songs and movies, and what happened in our own lives…this is going to be an adventure back to all the things we forgot and all the memories that have stuck with us too. Did we actually recap 2...

Friendship & Poetry with Audrey Elledge and Elizabeth Moore - Episode 865

February 26, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MB

I love getting to have conversations with friends and fellow writers who inspire me. Audrey Elledge and Elizabeth Moore are such a gift! I've loved their book Liturgies for Hope and their brand new book Liturgies for Wholeness is just as beautiful. We talked all about the origin of their friendship, how they ended up in New York, and writing in communion with God. I adore them and I think you're going to love this conversation! . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over ...

Feeling Worthy with Jamie Kern Lima - Episode 864

February 22, 2024 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

You know what I LOVE? Getting to talk to my up-close friends on the show! I genuinely could not be more grateful for my dear friend Jamie Kern Lima. Her brand new book, Worthy is so important and so good! This conversation is all about feeling like we're not enough, or feeling stuck, and ultimately, the difference between self-confidence and self-worth. Jamie is one of the most generous and thoughtful people that I know and I could just not be more proud of her. . . . . . Want to watch thi...

God's Mercy with Savannah Guthrie - Episode 863

February 19, 2024 09:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

Y'all already know my new friend Savannah Guthrie, co-anchor of the TODAY show (umm yes. THAT Savannah Guthrie!!), and now author of her first non-fiction book Mostly What God Does. You guys. I read this book SO FAST. It's SO GOOD! I'm just impressed with her honesty and venerability. Savannah and I sat down in New York and had the best conversation all about her journey with writing this book, seasons in our relationship with God, and talking opening about Jesus in our day-to-day lives. I f...

Culture, Sex, and Confession with Tim Ross - Episode 862

February 15, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

BUCKLE UP Y'ALL. I think you're going to love this conversation with Tim Ross. We talk about everything! Contentment, sexuality, seeking purpose over understanding, and living a life for Jesus. I really appreciate Tim, the work that he does, and his honesty. His new book Welcome to the Basement is a great read and would make a great gift for a friend! I enjoyed this conversation a ton and I can't wait to have Tim back on the show! And just a note for those of you that may have miniBFFs list...

Lent & Fasting with Dr. Darren Whitehead - Episode 861

February 12, 2024 09:01 - 1 hour - 63.2 MB

As y'all know, I LOVE the Christian calendar! Since we kick off Lent in just two days, I wanted one of my favorite pastors, Dr. Darren Whitehead, to come on the show and teach us about what it looks like to sacrifice, celebrate, and fast during this season. We talk allll about the power of fasting, distraction versus utility, and what it would look like to embrace a digital fast. I think this conversation is so helpful and important! Darren's new book The Digital Fast is an amazing resource ...

Persistent Obedience with Nick Connolly - Episode 860

February 08, 2024 09:00 - 58 minutes - 54 MB

One of my favorite pastors, Nick Connolly is on the podcast today to teach us the difference between persistence, resilience, and perseverance, how to endure in ministry, and when to say no. Nick’s brand new book Don't Give Up Just Yet is so honest and helpful! I’m just so grateful for Nick as he teaches us what can happen when we wait for the abundant promises God has for us. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subsc...

Preparing for God's Invitations with Laney Rene - Episode 859

February 05, 2024 09:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MB

You’re going to love getting to know my friend, Laney Rene! We talk about why now is the time to talk about finding our identity and security in who God made us to be and about living in the peace God has for you. Her new book, Daughter: Becoming Who You Already Are is such a beautiful book (and a great Easter basket gift). GAH. I'm so thankful for Laney and the work she is doing! . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and s...

Living Missionally with Terry Crist - Episode 858

February 01, 2024 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MB

Are we going to let differences tear us apart or can we love each other through it? WHAT A QUESTION! I'm so grateful for my friend, Pastor Terry Crist, who shares his wisdom and teaches us so well in this conversation. We talk about being called to live in the tension of grace and truth, having courageous conversations without contention, and pursuing humility. Pastor Terry's latest book, Loving Samaritans is another great resource to help set us up well for what's ahead this year! . . . . ...

Singleness in the Church with David Platt - Episode 857

January 29, 2024 09:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MB

Today is an exciting day over here at AFD Inc! Because we’re launching Single Purpose League TODAY (make sure to click the link to find out more!!), we wanted to have a real conversation about being single in the church… because…well… it’s a whole thing. There’s a lot of beauty to it, but there’s also a lot of hurt, misunderstanding, and disappointment, so we invited my long-time friend, Pastor David Platt back on pod, so we could have an honest conversation about how singles can thrive in t...

Annie + Eddie Recap 2014

January 25, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB

We’re taking things back to 2014 with our good buddy, Eddie Kaufholz. If you missed the news, each month this year, in honor of our 10th Anniversary of That Sounds Fun Podcast, Eddie and I will be reviewing each year the podcast has existed. We’re going to talk about what happened in the world, the top songs and movies, and what happened in our own lives…this is going to be an adventure back to all the things we forgot and all the memories that have stuck with us too. GOOD GRAVY this is a fu...

Annie + Eddie Recap 2014 - Episode 856

January 25, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB

We’re taking things back to 2014 with our good buddy, Eddie Kaufholz. If you missed the news, each month this year, in honor of our 10th Anniversary of That Sounds Fun Podcast, Eddie and I will be reviewing each year the podcast has existed. We’re going to talk about what happened in the world, the top songs and movies, and what happened in our own lives…this is going to be an adventure back to all the things we forgot and all the memories that have stuck with us too. GOOD GRAVY this is a fu...

Engaging in Politics with Gentleness with Michael Wear - Episode 855

January 22, 2024 09:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

How are we this lucky to have a January full of our favorites?! Michael Wear is back on the pod to walk us through how to prep in prayer for this election year, being involved in politics without making it our identity, and telling us about the greatest kitchen tool ever made (does it have something to do with ravioli?...MAYBE). Michael's newest book, The Spirit of Our Politics is such a good read! So helpful. Be sure to grab a copy for yourself and another for your pastor, spiritual leader,...

Being an Apprentice of Jesus with John Mark Comer - Episode 854

January 18, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

John Mark Comer, one of our worldwide favorite guests is back! His newest book, Practicing the Way, is SO GOOD (and like I said...STOUT). We talked all about purifying our motivations through Jesus, the stages of our spiritual journeys, and the social disruption of the digital age. Are we not so lucky that John Mark always makes time and space for us?! I'm so grateful for how he has shaped my life throughout the years. This is another truly incredible conversation to help us really kick off ...

Living a Life of Whimsy with Michelle McKinney Hammond - Episode 853

January 15, 2024 09:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

I'm thrilled to continue talking about seasons on today's episode with Michelle McKinney Hammond. I have been a fan of hers for two decades and I am just blown away by this conversation. We talk all about having a full life as a single person, why it matters to pay attention to what season we're in, and keeping our eyes on God. Y'all are going to love her newest book, When Shift Happens. We sure do love a theme around here! . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to o...

Discovering Your Highest Emotional Need with Mike Foster - Episode 852

January 11, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

Y'all. God has got a theme for us and we're right in the middle of it. Today, we're talking with my friend Mike Foster about our emotional health. Mike's latest book, Seven Primal Questions, is a framework to help you find emotional freedom and healing. I think this is SUCH a great conversation to really help us step into 2024 well and give us some ways that we can keep growing. Gosh, I'm so grateful for what Mike is teaching us today. To find out what your primal question is, head to primal...

Participating in the Season God has for You with Banning Liebscher - Episode 851

January 08, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MB

Today on the show I get to talk to my friend and one of my favorite pastors, Banning Liebscher. Banning has some important things to say about where we should go in 2024, particularly in our spiritual lives. And I am here.for.it! We talked about thankfulness putting us in a position of abundance, having hunger and expectancy for the Lord, and asking God what should this year be shaped like. LET'S GOOOO! I'm so thankful for Banning and the wisdom he brings to this conversation. Welcome to 202...

Epiphany 2024

January 06, 2024 08:01 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

Y'all know Epiphany is my favorite day of the year. I think God might have something special for us this year so I wanted to share some of my thoughts with you.  Also, plan to be in Nashville August 11. I'M JUST SAYING.... Make sure to check out Emily P. Freeman's podcast The Next Right Thing, Episode 307: What Worked in 2023. Head to shopanniefdowns.com and use the code TSF to get That Sounds Fun the book for $7! . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouT...

Let's Read the Gospels | January 3: John 3 (2024)

January 03, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.37 MB

Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Today's reading is John 3. . . . .  Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anniefdowns.com/gospels⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to download your free January - March 2024 Reading Plan. . . . . Follow Let's Read the Gospels on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's Read the Gospels | January 2: John 2 (2024)

January 02, 2024 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.14 MB

Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Today's reading is John 2. . . . .  Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anniefdowns.com/gospels⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to download your free January - March 2024 Reading Plan. . . . . Follow Let's Read the Gospels on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's Read the Gospels | January 1: John 1 (2024)

January 01, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.9 MB

Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Today's reading is John 1. . . . .  Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anniefdowns.com/gospels⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to download your free January - March 2024 Reading Plan. . . . . Follow Let's Read the Gospels on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 Year in Review with Eddie Kaufholz

December 28, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

Today on the show, we are continuing our annual tradition of looking back at the year and doing a year in review with our good buddy, Eddie Kaufholz.  It’s so fun to get a chance to catch up and take a look at 2023 together. We had a very important deodorant conversation, talked about podcasts & tv shows that we love, and of course we had to discuss Travis & Taylor. And we have some REALLY FUN Eddie news we share in this episode. You’re going to love it! Make sure you head to my Instagram @a...

Chasing Curiosity with N.T. Wright - Episode 513

December 21, 2023 09:00 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MB

I am SO honored to get to talk to the brilliant Dr. N.T. Wright and I've been dying for y'all to hear our conversation. Dr. Wright is one of the world’s leading New Testament scholars, so you know we talked a lot about the Gospels! We also talked about the connection between holiness and hope, making yourself a part of the Biblical story, and of course Paul. Dr. Wright's newest book called Into the Heart of Romans is so helpful! I feel incredibly lucky that we get to talk to Biblical scholar...

Let's Read the Gospels in 2024

December 19, 2023 09:00 - 2 minutes - 2.11 MB

Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. . . . .  Go to ⁠⁠https://anniefdowns.com/gospels⁠⁠ to download your free 2024 January - March Reading Plan. . . . . Follow Let's Read the Gospels on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠Facebook⁠ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 Christmas with Santa Claus - Episode 512

December 18, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

The one. The only. Santa Claus HIMSELF is back in the studio to chat with us about gifts, looking for love, outsourcing, and one of our favorite dudes, Dave Barnes and his new album Featherbrained Wealth Motel. As always, I learned so much today...what a gift to get to visit with Santa a week before the big day! Listen to all our episodes with Santa HERE. And watch Santa dancing away HERE. . . . . . Join us as we celebrate Advent together. Go to anniefdowns.com/advent to get started! . ....

Gifts for Hanukkah and Christmas with Sabrina Chazen - Episode 511

December 14, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MB

Y'all know we love to talk about cooking, decorating, and gift giving every Christmas season. So I reached out to my new friend Sabrina Chazen and boy did she not disappoint! I love that today we are getting to talk to one of our Jewish friends about her celebration of Hanukkah, Christmas, and her experience of the world right now. I think you're going to love getting to know Sabrina. Go give her a follow on Instagram for some inspiration this season and to check out all the amazing gifts sh...

The Measurement of Time and God with Matt Maher - Episode 510

December 11, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

Today on the show is a guest y'all have been asking for for a long time…Matt Maher! This is such an incredible conversation that I think you're going to love. We talk all about Matt's Catholic faith, the structure of the Church, Advent, and so much more! This is FOR SURE a note-taking episode. I learned so much!! If you’re looking for another Christmas song to add to your playlist, you’ve also got to check out Matt's latest single, Go Tell It (Gloria) which also features Dwan Hill and The Ch...

New Year, New Episodes of Annie’s miniBFF Podcast!

December 08, 2023 15:15 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MB

We have a fun announcement just for the miniBFFs in your life! Annie’s miniBFF Podcast will be back with brand new episodes in 2024! Starting on Monday, January 8th, we’ll be sharing stories from the gospels as depicted in some of our favorite storybook Bibles from our friends at Zonderkidz.  We can’t wait to learn more about Jesus with all our miniBFFs (and their grownups too) in the new year! . . . . . Here are the children’s Bibles we’ll be reading. . . . . . Remember to use the code ...

Living with Purpose with SuperChef Darnell Ferguson - Episode 509

December 07, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

Y'all. This might be one of my favorite conversations we’ve had all year! SuperChef Darnell Ferguson (or Supe now that we’re friends...) is a Food Network favorite of mine and I absolutely loved our conversation. We talked all things Sneaky Jesus, honoring our bodies, and having a purpose bigger than a dollar. It’s so fun to cheer for someone working in the mainstream public-life world who has such a cool faith story too. If your kids love learning to cook or you love cooking together as a f...

New York, New York with Ginna Claire, Mary Kate, and Meredith - Episode 508

December 04, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

Today on the show are my New York City besties: Ginna Claire Mason Moffett, Mary Kate Morrissey Blake, and Meredith Toering! We all sat down a few days before I left New York just to recap my two months of living there. Yes, I loved it and yes, I cried. These friends were the catalyst behind me even thinking about moving to New York for a little while so this was so fun (and sad too) to just rehash how it all played out with three of my best friends. If you haven't gotten to listen to the AF...

AFD in NYC Episode 7: Seize the Day

December 01, 2023 09:01 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

The time has come. It's the final episode of AFD in NYC and I'm officially headed back to Nashville! I’m going to go ahead and spoil the ending here: I don’t have a bow to tie on this experience. I don’t have my top ten takeaways. I don’t have big announcements or proclamations. But I do have a story to tell you... I'd love for you to share your questions or thoughts for more episodes like this with me over on @thatsoundsfunpodcast. See you back here tomorrow on That Sounds Fun Podcast! Pr...

The Beauty and Complexity of Israel with Kristi McLelland - Episode 507

November 30, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes - 54 MB

Oh friends, you know I love when we get to talk about the Gospels and today is one of those days! Kristi McLelland is one of my favorite Bible teachers. She’s also an incredible resource when it comes to learning more about Israel. I think you're really going to enjoy this conversation. We chat all about reading the Bible through a Western lens, pursuing a calling while taking care of our family and community, and what's going on in Israel right now. Kristi's newest book Rediscovering Israel...

Let's Read the Gospels in December

November 30, 2023 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.26 MB

Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. . . . .  Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to purchase your December Reading Plan or Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . Follow Let's Read the Gospels on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cultivating Faithfulness with Chris Brown from Elevation Worship - Episode 506

November 27, 2023 08:01 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MB

Cue the Christmas music. Let's GOOOOO!! Chris Brown from Elevation Worship is here to talk about their debut Christmas album, Echo the Angels, the complicated nature of serving the church globally while you're serving locally, and the wonder of Christmas. Y'all. I'm so glad Chris is our new friend of the show!! He's just the best. Make sure to add Echo the Angels to your Christmas playlist and let's see if we can "sneaky Jesus" some of our friends this season. 😉 . . . . . Join us as we cel...

Building A Home that Heals You with Anh Lin - Episode 505

November 23, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 43.1 MB

Y’all, you’re going to love my new friend, Anh Lin! I need you to head over to her social media and go see her beautiful DIY styling and design videos. They are so fun! And listen, if decorating for Christmas is on your to-do list this weekend, maybe her videos and this conversation will inspire some ideas! Anh is also the author of Forever Home which is all about Anh's story and experiencing the abundant life that God designed just for you. It's really beautifully written and I think y'all ...

The Kindness of Jesus with Lisa Harper - Episode 504

November 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

I know y’all love my dear friend, Lisa Harper, and CAN YOU BELIEVE she hasn’t been on the show since 2017?! Y’all. We were clearly long overdue to catch up over microphones and talk about my favorite subject. Jesus. What are some of the characteristics of Jesus? Can we love our Bibles TOO much? And does God really call us to contentment? Lisa's newest devotional: Jesus: A Scandously Devoted, Conspicuously Uncool, Super Transparent Homage to Who Our Savior Is and How Much He Loves Us is beaut...

Sacred Assumption with Faith Eury Cho - Episode 503

November 16, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MB

Gosh, this conversation is one of those thought-provoking, note-taking, mind-blown kind of conversations. My friend, Faith Eury Cho, just released her debut book called Experiencing Friendship with God. This book is beautiful and I think you're really going to love getting to know Faith and learn from her. We get to talk about feeling tired in our lives and our walk with Jesus, how to know when the Holy Spirit is growing something within us, and befriending the presence of God. I just adore ...

Stewarding God's Gifts with Natalie Grant - Episode 502

November 13, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MB

Today on the show I get to talk with my friend Natalie Grant. Y’all LOVE her and so do I! She is no stranger around here and her brand new album, Seasons, is out now and Y’ALL. Have you listened to it yet!?! IT'S SO GOOD! Okay...I could not have loved this conversation more and y'all just aren't even prepared for Natalie's story about Dolly Parton! Not only did we talk about all the amazing collabs that happened on Natalie's new album, we also talked about longevity, our partnership with the...

Living in a Season of Joy with Jana Kramer - Episode 501

November 09, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MB

I’m so excited to have my friend Jana Kramer here! And y’all. I’m so proud of the way she shares her story with such honesty and vulnerability in this conversation and in her latest book, The Next Chapter. Today we’re talking about what her life has looked like post-divorce, her journey with motherhood, the questions she’s asking God, and what she’s learning about freedom and redemption. Because we’re talking about some tender parts of her story, it’s probably best for you to listen to this ...

AFD in NYC Episode 6: An Essay About My Body

November 08, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

Here’s what feels true: almost every part of me is thriving in NYC. Thriving. I did not want these two months in New York City to upend my Nashville life, but I think they are going to. I think they have. So what am I supposed to do? I don't know. But I do know that I love to glow. I'd love for you to share your questions or thoughts for more episodes like this with me over on @thatsoundsfunpodcast. See you back here tomorrow on That Sounds Fun Podcast! Previous Episodes: AFD in NYC Episo...

Episode 500: She Reads Truth + Advent

November 06, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour - 59 MB

I know you’re not surprised how much I love the Church Calendar and Advent OR how much I love these friends! Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams from She Reads Truth are back to talk all things Advent, why they’re the very first entry in the Hall of Fun, and what waiting for Jesus can look like in our lives. I learned some new prayers (mind blown emoji!) and just loved getting to have this conversation. I know you’re going to love what they share with us AND you’re going to love that dis...

Advent 2023 - What Are You Looking For?

November 03, 2023 08:00 - 2 minutes - 1.94 MB

This Advent season, we want to invite you to be part of the 2023 That Sounds Fun Advent series. This was SUCH a joy to do last year, mattered so much to me and many of y’all, and we are excited to offer it again with an updated and expanded Advent Guidebook. Whether you joined us last year and want to go through the season with us with another year's worth of experiences or you didn’t get to be a part last year, we invite you to this four week journey through hope, peace, joy, and love. And...

Episode 499: Brooke Ligertwood on the Uniqueness of Worship on This Side of Heaven

November 02, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

Brooke Ligertwood is truly one of my very favorite guests and friends, and man, I'm so grateful that she sat down with us to talk about why worship here on earth matters, cultivating an awareness of God's presence, and experiencing spiritual warfare in the midst of ministry. Brooke's newest album EIGHT is SUCH a good album that I know you're going to love just as much as I do. Every conversation I have with Brooke, I leave feeling strengthened and encouraged in my faith and I am just so than...

AFD in NYC Episode 5: Savor This

November 01, 2023 08:00 - 9 minutes - 8.48 MB

Anticipation is actually one of the gifts of my personality type--I love the days before an awesome thing often as much as I love the thing. But it really works against me in seasons like this. Where I feel the time, the days, the experience, slipping through my fingers. Time moves fast sometimes. I’m feeling that here. I cannot slow time. But I can savor the minutes, days, weeks, months I have here. I’m trying. If you missed the story of why I moved to New York for a couple months, be sure...

Episode 498: Blurry Creatures with Nate Henry & Luke Rodgers

October 31, 2023 07:01 - 1 hour - 63.8 MB

Y'all. I have NO CHILL about this episode. Today on the show I get to talk to my friends Nate Henry and Luke Rodgers who are the hosts of the Blurry Creatures podcast. Their podcast is truly one of my favorites and I've been dying to share it with you guys. Today's conversation is all about how they started the podcast, their experience talking about blurry creatures and spiritual warfare, and of course I HAD to ask them my burning questions about megalodons (you get it...), and about Jesus ...

Let's Read the Gospels in November!

October 31, 2023 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MB

Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. . . . .  Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to purchase your November Reading Plan or Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . Follow Let's Read the Gospels on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who Are You Following? Let’s Talk Social Media with Devin and Hunter Cordle - Build Your Board Series

October 30, 2023 08:00 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MB

Today on the show we finish up our Build Your Board series with Devin and Hunter Cordle. As we’ve talked about making sure you’re choosing who is influencing you in a world of influencers, we couldn’t wrap up this series without talking about social media. When we’re thinking about building our board, what role does social media get to play? It includes a lot of voices, so how do we figure out the right boundaries for social media as well as finding ways to learn from people who both think l...

Do My Relationships Need a Coach? (with Janice & EJ Gaines) - Build Your Board Series

October 27, 2023 07:01 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

As we wrap up this week, we are coming to a close on our coaching conversations. And gosh, this week has been SO. GOOD. Y’all LOVED Janice Gaines when she was on the pod during our Summer Lovin' Series. So of course we had to have her back! And this time, her husband EJ Gaines, joined us as well to help us figure out if our relationships need a coach. Whether you’re married, dating, engaged, or single, a relationship coach may be the person you need to help you navigate the season you’re in....

What Even is a Life Coach? (With Christy Wright) - Build Your Board Series

October 25, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

Y'all. I'm having the BEST time this week talking about all the different kinds of coaching. Today's conversation is with my friend, Christy Wright. Christy is a certified business coach and personal development expert, and today we’re talking all about life coaching. What does a life coach even do? And how might one be able to benefit us? We talk about life balance and expectations, feeling disconnected from our bodies, and defining goals and seasons (Christy giving us permission to set a g...

Guests

Eddie Kaufholz
7 Episodes
Jon Tyson
3 Episodes
Ted Dekker
3 Episodes
Barrett Ward
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