Road Trips-Navigating Life With Jesus

The Lies We Tell: I am What Others Think About Me With Troy Albers

In this conversation, Tyler and Troy explore the pervasive lie that we are defined by others' opinions of us. They discuss the impact of self-fulfilling prophecies, the importance of balancing love for others with the desire to please them, and how to discern whose opinions truly matter. The conversation emphasizes the need to focus on God's view of us, learn from Jesus' example, and handle negative feedback constructively, ultimately guiding listeners to define their identity in Christ rather than through societal expectations.

The Lies We Tell: I am What I Have with Chris McCurley

In this conversation, Tyler and his guest Chris McCurley discusses the lie of defining ourselves by what we have and how it affects our identity as Christians. Chris emphasizes that our identity is found in Christ, not in our possessions or labels. Chris also highlights the importance of understanding who we are at our core and not defining ourselves by what we do. He encourages Christians to have a loose grip on their possessions and to prioritize their relationship with God above all else. Chris also addresses the role of social media in perpetuating this lie and suggests practical steps to avoid letting it affect our identity.

Shine Your Light: Christians in The Post Office, Mission Field, And Football Refereeing with Teddy White

In this episode of Road Trips, Tyler interviews Teddy White, a golf and basketball coach and high school math teacher. They discuss how different careers shape one's faith and relationship with God, the importance of prioritizing God in all aspects of life, and the challenges and rewards of being a house parent at a children's home. Teddy emphasizes the significance of choosing the right person to marry and surrounding oneself with a supportive church family. The key takeaway is to prioritize relationships and love others as a way to shine one's light and spread the gospel.

Shine Your Light: Christians in Business and College Athletics with Daniel Ingram

In this episode, Tyler interviews Daniel Ingram, a minister who has also worked in the insurance industry and played college baseball. They discuss what it was like to be a Christian in the college athletic environment and how Daniel maintained his faith. They also talk about Daniel's experience working in the insurance world and how he was able to shine his light in that career. The key takeaways from this conversation are: 1) Be a Christian first and let your faith define your life, 2) Surround yourself with Christians who will support and encourage you, 3) Make church and being with other Christians a priority, and 4) Glorify God in everything you do, including your work.

Shine Your Light: Christians in Education with Travis and Marisa White

One of the biggest and most difficult parts of young adulthood is your career. Whether you're choosing, studying, or just beginning your new career, the work we do can be a daunting task for young adults. In this new season of Road Trips, we’ll take a look at people in different career fields as they navigate both their faith and their careers. Travis and Marisa White, educators for over 10 years, discuss the role faith played in choosing their career and how they shine their lights at work. They emphasize the importance of having strong Christian educators as mentors and friends. They also share their advice for younger or aspiring Christian educators, encouraging them to prioritize their faith, set boundaries, and find joy in their work.
Takeaways-
Choosing a career as an educator can be a way to prioritize family and be present for important moments in your children's lives.
Having strong Christian educators as mentors and friends is important for support and encouragement in both personal and professional life.
It's important to set boundaries and prioritize your faith to avoid burnout and maintain joy in your work.
Utilize technology to stay grounded in your faith and find resources that can help you grow spiritually.
Don't be afraid to say no and let go of some responsibilities to prioritize your marriage, family, and spiritual well-being.
Being an educator is a calling to be a light and an example to students, and it's worth the challenges and sacrifices.

The C’s of Young Adulthood:Christlike with Robert Hatfield

Becoming like Jesus is the ultimate goal for Christians, as it is summarized in various mission statements in the Bible. It means fearing God, keeping His commandments, doing all in the name of the Lord Jesus, and glorifying God. Talents play a role in being like Christ, as they are given by God to be used in His service and for His glory. Young adults can use their talents to contribute to the church and better look like Jesus. Jesus grew in wisdom, stature, favor with God, and favor with man, and we can apply this growth to our own lives by growing intellectually, physically, spiritually, and socially with purpose. In this conversation, Robert and Tyler discuss the importance of spending time getting to know Jesus and how to do so through Bible study, meditation, and prayer. They emphasize that nothing can replace these practices and that they are essential for becoming Christ-like. They also explore how Christ-likeness may look different depending on the stage of life, but the mission remains the same. They provide practical ways to live and be Christ-like, such as serving others with compassion, seeing the potential for good in everybody, living by the mantra 'Not my will, but yours be done,' patiently enduring mistreatment, and talking about Jesus.

The C’s of Young Adulthood:Called with Ken Waugh

In this episode of Road Trips, Navigating Life with Jesus, Tyler Waugh and Ken Waugh discuss what it means to be called by God and how to live as called people. They explore the biblical concept of calling and its significance in the lives of believers. Ken shares his personal experience of being called to work with Christians in Southeast India and emphasizes the importance of prayer, belonging to a church family, and being willing to step out in faith. The ultimate calling, Ken suggests, is to become like Jesus.

The C’s of Young Adulthood:Character with Caleb Horne

In this episode of Road Trips, Navigating Life with Jesus, Tyler and Caleb Horne discuss the importance of character in the Christian faith. They define character as the mental and moral qualities that are distinctive to an individual, and emphasize the need for Christians to continually improve and strive for good character. They explore the challenges of maintaining character in a fallen world and the temptations faced by college students. They also highlight the significance of Christian community and the role it plays in building and maintaining character. Practical ways to build character include taking time for oneself, being present in the presence of God, and surrounding oneself with a supportive community.

The C’s of Young Adulthood:Community with Zachary Waugh

In this episode of Road Trips, Navigating Life with Jesus, Tyler and Zachary discuss the importance of Christian community and the challenges of finding and fostering relationships within a community. They define Christian community as a group of believers who do life together, united in their belief in Jesus as the Messiah. They explore why finding community can be difficult, including the misconception that online communities can replace in-person connections. They also discuss the need for effort and initiative in building relationships and the importance of welcoming new members into the church family. The episode emphasizes the biblical principles of forgiveness, love, acceptance, and service as key to fostering relationships within a Christian community.
Takeaways-
Christian community is vital to our physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Finding community can be difficult, but it requires effort and initiative.
In-person connections are irreplaceable and necessary for a thriving Christian community.
Welcoming new members into the church family is crucial for fostering relationships.
Living out biblical principles such as forgiveness, love, acceptance, and service is key to building strong relationships within a Christian community.

The C’s of Young Adulthood:Change with Zachary Waugh

In this episode, Tyler and his guest, Zachary Waugh, discuss navigating changes in young adulthood and how change can impact our spiritual lives. They talk about the difficulties of change, the importance of relying on God, and the role of reflection and perspective in recognizing God's work during and after change. They also highlight the story of Daniel as an example of remaining faithful to God amidst change and using change as an opportunity to spread the message of Christ.
Takeaways-
Change is a prevalent aspect of young adulthood, and it can impact various areas of life, including relationships, career, and personal identity.
Change can be difficult because it often involves learning something new, uncertainty about the future, and multiple changes happening simultaneously.
Choosing to rely on God and seeking guidance from others who have gone through similar changes can help navigate the fear and challenges of change.
Recognizing and reflecting on God's work during and after change is important for spiritual growth and developing a perspective of gratitude and trust in God's constant presence.
The story of Daniel serves as an example of remaining faithful to God amidst change and using change as an opportunity to spread the message of Christ.