Where Dave, Whitney, and Laura Woods unpack Pastor Jon's sermon on Paul's conversion story, exploring how we can share our faith in an often-antagonistic world. They discuss responding with grace, building bridges, resisting judgment, and talking about what Jesus has done. We delve into the critical "us vs. them" mindset, learning how to overcome it by finding common ground and truly seeing others as image-bearers. They share personal insights on the challenges of applying grace to ourselves before extending it to others, and the profound impact of prayer on our hearts. Join us as we reflect on these vital steps for engaging with our community and world, trusting God's leading.

Books mentioned:

* Leadership and Self-Deception by The Arbinger Institute

* The Prodigal Sister by John Piper

* Gospel Fluency by Jeff Vanderstelt

* Mistborn series by Brandon Sanderson

* The Stormlight Archives by Brandon Sanderson

* Lycanus trilogy by James Islington

Join us as they discuss practical ways we can guard our hearts against judgmentalism and gossip, drawing parallels to modern challenges like political discourse and social media. They emphasize humility, asking questions to truly understand others, and applying a biblical filter to information. This conversation reminds us to trust God with the consequences, focusing on loving one another and building healthy, Christ-centered relationships. They also encourage us to join our church's life groups or classes like Bible 101 or Faithful Habits to foster deeper community and develop spiritual discernment.

Where Dave, Whitney, and Jon jump back into Cabin Conversations with a mix of personal stories, New Year reflections, and a deep dive into the latest sermon! They discuss Paul's incredible resolve and dependence on God as he faces hardship in Acts 20-21, reminding us that a clear vision of Jesus anchors our faith. We explore how to approach spiritual disciplines not as rigid resolutions, but as intentional "directions and targets" for growth. From Sabbath keeping to understanding Scripture's true purpose (not just an "answer book"), they encourage us to embrace slow change and learn from the early church's relatable journey. Join us as we uncover how surrendering everything can lead to true survival and fruitfulness in our walk with God.

Books Mentioned:
* The Last Christmas in Paris
* Gospel Fluency by Jeff Vanderstelt