Views from The Porch
299 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1.3K ratingsConversations about real life young adult stuff and what the Bible says about it. In this podcast, we share our view from The Porch - a weekly gathering of thousands of young adults in Dallas, Texas. We take questions, concerns, and challenges common for our generation and talk about how to overcome them (or at least say “us too”). For more information about The Porch visit www.theporch.live.
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Ecclesiastes 4
July 18, 2023 11:00God’s design for the Christian life is to be lived in and amongst community. His people are there to lift us up in times of trouble, rejoice in times of celebration, and pray in times of desperation. Simply said: life is better together! Timothy “TA” Ateek walks us through Ecclesiastes 4 to see that a life in community brings flourishing and more of Jesus.
Quick Update
October 31, 2022 11:00This is a special short episode to provide a quick update on Views from The Porch.
Recruiting the Choir | AWAKEN 2022
October 24, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutesIn this special episode from AWAKEN Conference 2022, Jonathan "JP" Pokluda shares the what, why and how of recruiting the most powerful force this world has ever heard - the choir.
Taking Risks | AWAKEN 2022
October 17, 2022 11:00 - 45 minutesIn this special episode from AWAKEN Conference 2022, Jennie Allen shares five truths about taking risks.
Reality Show Righteousness | AWAKEN 2022
October 10, 2022 11:00 - 41 minutesIn this special episode from AWAKEN Conference 2022, Trip Lee shares a word about seeking righteousness over applause.
God is Here | AWAKEN 2022
October 03, 2022 11:00In this special episode from AWAKEN Conference 2022, Timothy "TA" Ateek shares how to have our best days ahead with Jesus.
Rehearsing for Eternity | AWAKEN 2022
September 26, 2022 11:00 - 42 minutesIn this special episode from AWAKEN Conference 2022, David Marvin shares how to rehearse for eternity.
How to Stand Out at Work With Adam Tarnow Pt. 2
September 19, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutesIn this episode, we're joined by special guest Adam Tarnow to learn how to have edge and stand out at work.
How to Stand Out at Work With Adam Tarnow Pt. 1
September 12, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutesIn this episode, we're joined by special guest Adam Tarnow to learn how to stand out at work. Before we dive in, we hear about some common pitfalls of employees.
What we're up to
August 22, 2022 11:00In this episode, we share where we'll be and what we'll be doing.
Answering FAQ's Pt.2
August 15, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutesIn this episode, we answer more questions that you submitted on Instagram.
Answering FAQ's Pt.1
August 08, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutesIn this episode, we answer questions that you submitted on Instagram.
Can you cross spiritual boundaries in dating?
August 01, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutesPeople talk about physical and emotional boundaries in dating relationships, but what about spiritual boundaries? Is it ok to read the Bible, pray, do a Bible study, etc. with the person you're dating? What is too far?
Can you be born gay?
July 25, 2022 11:00 - 39 minutesOne of the most controversial questions is, "can you be born gay?" What does God's word say about it? How do we love Christians who struggle with same sex attraction?
Is The Bible written by God or man?
July 18, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutesWhen you're a Christian, The Bible is the roadmap to your life. How do you know it's trustworthy, especially if it's written by man?
Things I've Learned 6 Months Into Marriage
July 11, 2022 11:00 - 34 minutesJD has been married for 6 months now. What has he learned?
What does it mean to be filled with the spirit?
June 27, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutesBeing "filled with the spirit" can mean a lot of different things to different people, so what does is ACTUALLY mean and how do we know we're filled with the spirit?
Should you address someone by their pronoun?
June 20, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutesIt's PRIDE month and a lot of questions are coming up about how to love coworkers/friends while also not condoning what they're doing. Should we as Christians address someone by their preferred pronoun?
How to heal from your past
June 13, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutesWhat does it look like to heal from what you've done and what's been done to you? How do you help friends who confess things they're ashamed about to you?
Why does God allow mass shootings?
June 06, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutesMass shootings have become far too frequent across the U.S. with the most recent being a mass shooting at a school in Texas. We believe that God is good, loves everyone, and wants to protect us, so why does He allow mass shootings to happen?
Is self confidence wrong?
May 30, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutesIs it wrong to want to be confident in your own skin, your personality, and how you look?
Do I keep my ride or dies after becoming a Christian?
May 23, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutesWhen you first become a Christian and say goodbye to your old way of life, do you also need to say goodbye to your old friends?
Should Roe v. Wade be Overturned?
May 16, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutesEarlier this month, a document was leaked revealing that The Supreme Court plans to overturn Roe v. Wade. With many conflicting opinions around abortion, how should we approach the topic as Christians? What if abortion is part of our story?
Does the Bible change with culture? Pt. 2
May 09, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutesThere have been many different cultural changes since the Bible was written. Since culture has changed, does that mean we should read and apply what the Bible says differently?
Does the Bible change with culture? Pt. 1
May 02, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutesThere have been many different cultural changes since the Bible was written. Since culture has changed, does that mean we should read and apply what the Bible says differently?
Hillsong Church scandal... how should we react as Christians?
April 25, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutesIf you haven't heard, a documentary was released revealing scandals of one of the most historic churches of our generation. In this episode, we discuss how we should think about the church moving forward, if we should continue singing Hillsong songs, and what it means for all churches in the future.
Why your relationships never last
April 18, 2022 11:00 - 35 minutesYou think that everyone else is the problem, but what if it's you? What if there are things you are doing that are the reasons your relationships never last?
Bunnies, baskets, eggs, & holy week... what should I celebrate?
April 11, 2022 11:00When many of us think of Easter, we think of bunnies, eggs, egg hunts, easter baskets, Easter Sunday, and brunch. As Christians, what should we celebrate and what is wrong to celebrate?
Manifestation vs Prayer
April 04, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutesThere's a lot of interpretation about what manifestation is. Some Christians think manifestation means getting their desired outcomes in life, through God. The Bible says, "ask anything in my name and you will receive it,” so what’s the difference between asking God for something hoping it will happen and manifesting something?
Is it wrong to have a type?
March 28, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutesMany people say they "have a type" when it comes to dating. Is it wrong to have a type when it comes to physical appearance and personality in dating? We also tend to click with certain personality types and characteristics as friends. Is having a friend type wrong?
Where are the dinosaurs?
March 21, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutesIn the Bible, there are references in the book of Genesis of people living hundreds of years. How is this so? And what does this have to do with dinosaurs? Also, speaking of dinosaurs, where are they?
Is drinking wrong as a Christian?
March 14, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutesHave you ever wondered if drinking alcohol or being in an environment with alcohol is wrong as a Christian? In this episode, we talk through how God views alcohol and discuss how we should view drinking as Christians.
The War on Ukraine
March 07, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutesHave you heard about the war in Ukraine and wondered what you can do to help? Have you felt helpless or unsure of your responsibility to help? This episode is for you.
Can I mess up God's will for my life?
February 28, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutesHave you ever been confused about what God's will is for your life? Have you ever been worried about messing up God's plan if you make the wrong decision? In this episode, we unpack those questions and discuss if it's possible to step outside of God's will.
Deconstructing Deconstruction
February 21, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutesCulture has begun deconstructing everything from politics to marriage, sexuality, and faith. In this episode, we deconstruct "deconstruction of faith" and talk about how to know who to let speak into our lives as Christians.
Dating, Sex + Love Q+A
February 14, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutesIn this special Valentine's Day episode, we answer questions you submitted on anything and everything with dating, sex, love, and marriage.
How do I forgive someone who has wronged me?
February 07, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutesMany of us have been real victims of divorce, abuse, cheating, pain, etc. How do we forgive the person that's wronged us and move on from something in our life that has been defining to who we are?
Crop Top Christianity
January 31, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutesIt's difficult to balance the line of being culturally relevant while remaining a true Christian. How do we decide how far is too far when it comes to living in the world, but not being of it?
Will You Find Your Soul Mate in 2022?
January 24, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutesThere are 7.9 billion people in this world, and a report shows that 73% of Americans believe in soul mates. In this episode we answer the question, "Does God design a specific spouse for each person that is predestined to be our soul mate?"
Things I Wish I Knew Before I Got Married
December 20, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutesIf you haven't heard, JD is getting married next week. In this episode, we talk through things we wish we knew before we got married: finances, sex, bachelor/bachelorette parties, living together, and more.
Holiday Thirst Traps
December 13, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutesThe holidays can be the hardest time of the year for our spiritual walk because when we visit our hometown, it's easy to go back to our old ways. In this episode, we talk about how not to fall into holiday thirst traps this year.
Should Christians Celebrate Santa?
December 06, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesIn this episode, we discuss if Christians should partake in the Santa tradition, gifts from Santa, and everything in between.
How to Walk in Confidence in a World of Comparison With Jeanine Amapola
November 29, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutesIn a time where social media shows us a "picture perfect" life, it’s easy to compare ourselves with anything and everything around us. In this episode, we're joined by Jeanine Amapola to discuss how to be confident in our identity in Christ to battle comparison.
Thanksgiving Every Day
November 22, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutesWhen we think of Thanksgiving, we often think of family, food, and going around the table to say what we're thankful for. But, why do we only practice being grateful on one day? In this episode, we discuss practical ways to live in a posture of gratefulness, not just a season of it.
What Went Down at Astroworld?
November 15, 2021 12:00After the tragic deaths at a Travis Scott concert, comments across social media have raised speculation that the event was satanic. In this episode, we unpack the question "how did the world get here?" and discuss how we should respond to the situation.
Reaching This Generation With Louie Giglio
November 08, 2021 12:00For the very first time, Louie Giglio joins The Porch to discuss reaching this generation for Christ, the story of Passion conferences, and mental health.
Made for This Moment With Madi Prewett
November 01, 2021 00:00In this episode, we're joined by "Bachelor" star and author Madi Prewett to discuss how to steward smaller moments and time alone in order to stand strong in our faith during those bigger, pressuring moments in life.
Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?
October 25, 2021 11:00With Halloween right around the corner, you may be asking, “Should Christians celebrate Halloween?” “Isn’t Halloween satanic?” In this short episode we discuss how Christians should view Halloween, costumes, and everything in between.
Obeying Authority That Disobeys God
October 18, 2021 11:00The Bible says that all people in authority were put in place by God. It also says that we as Christians should always respect our authority. But, what happens when the leaders above us are disobeying God’s word? In this episode, we answer how to think about obeying authorities that disobey God.
Christian Cliches: “Honor the Sabbath”
October 11, 2021 11:00So, like we said, we kind of just dropped off the face of the planet. BUT, it wasn’t meant to be that way. Before we left, we recorded an episode on the topic of rest. We just rested so hard, we forgot to post it. (Whoops) In this episode from August, we sit down and talk about how important rest and the “sabbath” are to God.