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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Episodes
Dating: Healing From Heartbreak
August 19, 2019 11:00If you've ever been broken up with, you know how painful it can be. Healing can be a process, but it can be hard to know where to start. In this episode, we discuss a few do's and don'ts as it relates to making sure a break-up doesn't break you.
Dating: Healing From Heartbreak
August 19, 2019 00:00If you've ever been broken up with, you know how painful it can be. Healing can be a process, but it can be hard to know where to start. In this episode, we discuss a few do's and don'ts as it relates to making sure a break-up doesn't break you.
Healing From Heartbreak
August 19, 2019 00:00If you've ever been broken up with, you know how painful it can be. Healing can be a process, but it can be hard to know where to start. In this episode, we discuss a few do's and don'ts as it relates to making sure a break-up doesn't break you.
Fitness and Your Faith
August 12, 2019 11:00Loving your summer bod? Wishing you had one? In this episode we talk about faith and fitness and how they intersect.
Fitness and Your Faith
August 12, 2019 00:00Loving your summer bod? Wishing you had one? In this episode we talk about faith and fitness and how they intersect.
Charismatic or Crazy Part II
August 05, 2019 11:00A few weeks ago, we released a podcast regarding the charismatic Christian movement and talked about the sign gifts. Afterwards, we received emails asking us to cover the sign gift of tongues. In this episode, we talk about speaking in tongues and the different views on that topic. http://www.watermark.org/blog/resources-to-help-you-understand-the-gift-of-tongues
Charismatic or Crazy Part II
August 05, 2019 00:00A few weeks ago, we released a podcast regarding the charismatic Christian movement and talked about the sign gifts. Afterwards, we received emails asking us to cover the sign gift of tongues. In this episode, we talk about speaking in tongues and the different views on that topic. http://www.watermark.org/blog/resources-to-help-you-understand-the-gift-of-tongues http://realtruthrealquick.com/private-prayer-language/ http://realtruthrealquick.com/what-is-tongues/
Science vs. Christianity
July 29, 2019 11:00Does science and Christianity contradict? What about evolution? In this episode, we discuss the relationship between science and our faith.
Science vs. Christianity
July 29, 2019 00:00Does science and Christianity contradict? What about evolution? In this episode, we discuss the relationship between science and our faith.
Instagram Theology: "I have had sex, and Jesus still loves me."
July 22, 2019 11:00If you've been on the internet lately, you've probably seen that sex and how Jesus views it has been a topic of conversation on the show “The Bachelorette.” "I love Jesus with my whole heart, regardless of what my life looks like" is a common outlook on what it means to be a Christian, but is it accurate?
Instagram Theology: "I have had sex, and Jesus still loves me."
July 22, 2019 00:00If you've been on the internet lately, you've probably seen that sex and how Jesus views it has been a topic of conversation on the show “The Bachelorette.” "I love Jesus with my whole heart, regardless of what my life looks like" is a common outlook on what it means to be a Christian, but is it accurate?
Dating: Missionary Dating
July 15, 2019 11:00Christian dating is hard, and it's even harder if you're in a relationship with someone who isn't a Christian. In this episode, we discuss missionary dating a.k.a. dating someone with the mission that they will become a Christian through your relationship.
Dating: Missionary Dating
July 15, 2019 00:00Christian dating is hard, and it's even harder if you're in a relationship with someone who isn't a Christian. In this episode, we discuss missionary dating a.k.a. dating someone with the mission that they will become a Christian through your relationship.
Confessions
July 08, 2019 11:00We know that confession isn't something that's a fan favorite, but it's something that will help us live the life of freedom that God wants for us. In this podcast, we discuss confession, why it's important, and how to do it.
Confessions
July 08, 2019 00:00We know that confession isn't something that's a fan favorite, but it's something that will help us live the life of freedom that God wants for us. In this podcast, we discuss confession, why it's important, and how to do it.
Christian Cliches: Keeping Short Accounts
July 01, 2019 11:00To have healthy relationships with friends, family, co-workers, or a significant other, you will need to keep short accounts. Are you able to forgive someone and move on without harboring resentment or bitterness?
Christian Cliches: Keeping Short Accounts
July 01, 2019 00:00To have healthy relationships with friends, family, co-workers, or a significant other, you will need to keep short accounts. Are you able to forgive someone and move on without harboring resentment or bitterness?
Politically Correct Christians
June 24, 2019 11:00We recorded this episode at Awaken Conference 2019. Allie Beth Stuckey joins us as we talk about our role as Christians when it comes to politics.
Politically Correct Christians
June 24, 2019 00:00We recorded this episode at Awaken Conference 2019. Allie Beth Stuckey joins us as we talk about our role as Christians when it comes to politics.
Dating: Rules of Engagement
June 17, 2019 11:00If you're dating someone, you may be wondering when you should get engaged. Although the Bible doesn't speak directly to this topic, we can find wisdom from biblical principles. In this podcast, we discuss our views on engagement.
Dating: Rules of Engagement
June 17, 2019 00:00If you're dating someone, you may be wondering when you should get engaged. Although the Bible doesn't speak directly to this topic, we can find wisdom from biblical principles. In this podcast, we discuss our views on engagement.
Charismatic or Crazy?
June 10, 2019 11:00Charismatic Christianity... is it crazy or the real deal? In this episode we discuss views on the Charasmatic Christianity movement and the dangers that come along with it.
Charismatic or Crazy?
June 10, 2019 00:00Charismatic Christianity... is it crazy or the real deal? In this episode we discuss views on the Charasmatic Christianity movement and the dangers that come along with it.
Christian Cliches: Judge Not
June 03, 2019 11:00Judge not lest you be judged. That's one of those Bible verses that's thrown around often. Christians often get labeled as "judgemental", but what is considered judgemental verses loving someone enough to tell them the truth?
Christian Cliches: Judge Not
June 03, 2019 00:00Judge not lest you be judged. That's one of those Bible verses that's thrown around often. Christians often get labeled as "judgemental", but what is considered judgemental verses loving someone enough to tell them the truth?
Christians In Politics
May 27, 2019 11:00What is a Christian's role in politics? Should Christians care about political issues? As followers of Christ we can help bring order to a chaotic world, but how far is too far? In this podcast we discuss how to view politics biblically.
Christians In Politics
May 27, 2019 00:00What is a Christian's role in politics? Should Christians care about political issues? As followers of Christ we can help bring order to a chaotic world, but how far is too far? In this podcast we discuss how to view politics biblically.
Christian Cliches: Being Pursued
May 20, 2019 11:00Christian dating can be complicated, even down to the lingo. In this episode we talk through what it means to "pursue someone" or "be pursued" and how to be intentional without being intense.
Christian Cliches: Being Pursued
May 20, 2019 00:00Christian dating can be complicated, even down to the lingo. In this episode we talk through what it means to "pursue someone" or "be pursued" and how to be intentional without being intense.
Is The Bible Outdated?
May 13, 2019 11:00The Bible was written thousands of years ago. What is relevant and what is outdated? We talk about that and more in this week's episode.
Is The Bible Outdated?
May 13, 2019 00:00The Bible was written thousands of years ago. What is relevant and what is outdated? We talk about that and more in this week's episode.
Why Bad Things Happen
May 06, 2019 11:00If God is good, then why do bad things happen? In this podcast, we talk about the problem of evil and how we can reconcile the fact that bad things happen to good people.
Why Bad Things Happen
May 06, 2019 00:00If God is good, then why do bad things happen? In this podcast, we talk about the problem of evil and how we can reconcile the fact that bad things happen to good people.
Dating: Living Together
April 29, 2019 11:00In the culture we live in today, part of the natural progression in a dating relationship is to move in together before getting married. In this podcast, we talk about what God's Word says and doesn't say about living together before marriage.
Dating: Living Together
April 29, 2019 00:00In the culture we live in today, part of the natural progression in a dating relationship is to move in together before getting married. In this podcast, we talk about what God's Word says and doesn't say about living together before marriage.
Christian Cliches: Quiet Time
April 22, 2019 11:00You may have heard Christians talk about having a "quiet time." What is a quiet time? Do you have to have a quiet time to be a Christian? In this episode, we discuss this common Christian cliche.
Christian Cliches: Quiet Time
April 22, 2019 00:00You may have heard Christians talk about having a "quiet time." What is a quiet time? Do you have to have a quiet time to be a Christian? In this episode, we discuss this common Christian cliche.
Spiritual vs. Religious
April 15, 2019 11:00A lot of people believe in God or a higher power, but are hesitant to label exactly what they believe with a religion. In this podcast we talk about why knowing what you believe is so important.
Spiritual vs. Religious
April 15, 2019 00:00A lot of people believe in God or a higher power, but are hesitant to label exactly what they believe with a religion. In this podcast we talk about why knowing what you believe is so important.
Can You Love Jesus But Not Church?
April 08, 2019 11:00Going to church doesn't make you a Christian but not being involved in a church if you are a Christian could indicate a lot about what you think church is. In this podcast we discuss the relationship between loving Jesus and being a part of His Church.
Can You Love Jesus But Not Church?
April 08, 2019 00:00Going to church doesn't make you a Christian but not being involved in a church if you are a Christian could indicate a lot about what you think church is. In this podcast we discuss the relationship between loving Jesus and being a part of His Church.
Dating: Online Dating
April 01, 2019 11:00Is it ok for a Christian to date online? We get this question a lot at The Porch and this podcast is an attempt to answer it. It's a conversation about the pros and cons of online dating, a guess on why it's even a thing, and much more.
Dating: Online Dating
April 01, 2019 00:00Is it ok for a Christian to date online? We get this question a lot at The Porch and this podcast is an attempt to answer it. It's a conversation about the pros and cons of online dating, a guess on why it's even a thing, and much more.
How to Leave a Job Well
March 25, 2019 11:00Transitioning jobs is very common, but leaving a job well is another story. In this episode, we talk with Jonathan Pokluda, former leader of The Porch, about how he processed the decision to switch jobs and how we can use wisdom and biblical principles to honor God in our job transitions.
How to Leave a Job Well
March 25, 2019 00:00Transitioning jobs is very common, but leaving a job well is another story. In this episode, we talk with Jonathan Pokluda, former leader of The Porch, about how he processed the decision to switch jobs and how we can use wisdom and biblical principles to honor God in our job transitions.
How to Avoid Burnout
March 18, 2019 11:00Millennials have been called the burnout generation. We have to-do lists that never end, a side-hustle to our daily hustle, and we're desperate for self-care. In this podcast we cover how to not fall into the stereotype and truly rest.
How to Avoid Burnout
March 18, 2019 00:00Millennials have been called the burnout generation. We have to-do lists that never end, a side-hustle to our daily hustle, and we're desperate for self-care. In this podcast we cover how to not fall into the stereotype and truly rest.
Christian Cliches: Modest Is Hottest
March 11, 2019 11:00Does anyone actually believe the saying "modest is hottest"? Whether you're buying it or not, on this podcast we talk about if the saying is actually true or if it's just one of those things Christians say.
Christian Cliches: Modest Is Hottest
March 11, 2019 00:00Does anyone actually believe the saying "modest is hottest"? Whether you're buying it or not, on this podcast we talk about if the saying is actually true or if it's just one of those things Christians say.
Dating: First Date Don’ts
March 04, 2019 12:00We can't go on the first date with you, but this podcast is our best attempt to help make sure you land the second one. Keep in mind these are general principles we've found helpful (some through learning the hard way), and not black and white biblical commands. Listen in as we discuss what not to do on the first date.