Moving Forward When Faith Feels Stuck (with Nate Akin)
Every believer encounters moments when their faith journey feels stagnant, their prayer life feels empty, time in scripture feels dissatisfying, and the joy of salvation feels like a memory. But what if feeling stuck isn’t failure, but an opportunity for God’s mercy to meet us where we are at once again?Jonathan and Laurie sit down with Nate Akin to talk about how Christians can persevere through such seasons of spiritual stillness. Nate reflects on the importance of community with the church body, what it means to go back to the basics in times of going through the motions, and how simple obedience can rekindle love for Christ.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review on wherever you listen! Also remember to share with friends and family; both of those actions will help us spread the word about the show.For more information about Nate's new book Stuck, please visit either our US, UK or CA based sites.
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Serious Fun: The Place of Humour in the Christian Life
The Christian life is serious, after all there is eternal weight to our every day life and public witness. But does that mean there’s no place for laughter and fun? How do we know when humour helps us connect with others, and when it distracts from the mission?In this episode, Jonathan and Laurie dive into this tension by sharing their own experiences with humor in ministry and ever day moments. Along the way they explore why joy should overflow into our words, why humour often builds bridges, how we should use jokes and humour appropriately in alignment with our call to holiness, and how believers can embrace “serious fun” without slipping into escapism.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review on wherever you listen! Also remember to share with friends and family; both of those actions will help us spread the word about the show.For seasonal outreach resources and ideas, please visit either our US or UK based sites.
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Too Busy for Joy? Why Your Calling to Joyfulness Can’t Wait
The Christian life is meant to be lived in fellowship with God, with His people, and with those who have yet to know Him. But busyness often intrudes. How do we guard joy and remain faithful to our calling when our calendars overflow?In the first episode of this new season after a busy summer, Jonathan and Laurie wrestle with the difference between fruitful labor and draining distraction, offering encouragement to keep Christ at the center of our pace, our relationships, and our personal and/or professional ministry.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review on wherever you listen! Also remember to share with friends and family; both of those actions will help us spread the word about the show.For seasonal outreach resources and ideas, please visit either our US or UK based sites.
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Spiritual Life Isn’t Legalism, It’s Devotion (with Donald Whitney)
Spiritual disciplines as a concept can often feel intimidating. Are they legalism in disguise? Or are they essential to a vibrant walk with God? In this episode, Jonathan and Laurie are joined by professor and author Donald Whitney to discuss his book Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life and what it means to “discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness.”Together, they explore the heart behind spiritual discipline, and why prayer and Scripture intake are foundational for every believer. Don offers practical encouragement for those who feel stuck in dry devotional routines, and reminds us that even five minutes with God can bear fruit for eternity.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review on wherever you listen! Also remember to share with friends and family; both of those actions will help us spread the word about the show.To learn more about Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life, click here.
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Behind the Scenes at The Gospel Coalition Bookstore
Fresh off the floor from one of the year's biggest events, Jonathan and Laurie share a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to set up a massive 10ofThose bookstore at the TGC conference serving over 7,000 attendees. From hauling thousands of titles across three trucks to logging nearly 18 miles of steps on concrete floors in a single day, they reflect on the physical toll, joyful chaos, and moments of grace that defined the week.But more than just logistics, the two reflect on the many conversations that take place behind the book table; moments of sharing suffering, prayer, evangelism and hope, all sparked by books. If you've ever wondered how bookselling becomes a form of devotion and opens up opportunities for fellowship as well as evangelism, this episode is for you.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review on wherever you listen! Also remember to share with friends and family; both of those actions will help us spread the word about the show.For more information about upcoming conference or bookstores that 10ofThose will be hosting, please visit either our US, UK or CA based sites.
This is The 10ofThose Podcast, a show for curious readers seeking to learn more about the Christian literature - how we can read more, read better and use books in our discipleship and evangelism. We discuss all things reading, and its impact on our day to day life, living for Jesus. 10ofThose is a Christian bookseller and publisher, handpicking the best books from across the publisher, selling books that point to Jesus. Everything we sell is discounted and we use our profits to support missions around the world. The Podcast is hosted by Rob Baggaley, Laurie Rayes and 10ofThose CEO Jonathan Carswell (Twitter: @jdcarswell). Follow 10ofThose on social media: @10ofthose @10ofthoseusa @10ofthoseca
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