• In The World but Belonging to God
    Jan 21 2026
    How do we live fully in the world without letting the world shape our hearts? In this episode, we explore James’ call to humility, grace, and wholehearted devotion to God—plus a personal story and a short prayer to help you walk faithfully this week.

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    5 Min.
  • Be Humble, Don't Cheat
    Jan 19 2026
    What does it really mean to live in the world without being shaped by it? This message from James explores the tension between cultural influence and wholehearted devotion to God, calling us to humility, discernment, and reliance on grace.

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    28 Min.
  • Fighting From the Inside Out
    Jan 14 2026

    In this episode, Rachel reflects on Pastor Isaac’s teaching from James 4:1–3, where James asks a challenging question: What causes fights and quarrels among you? Rather than pointing outward, James invites us to look within.


    This conversation explores how many conflicts are rooted in desires for control, power, and comfort, and how those same motives can shape the way we pray. Using the Lord’s Prayer as a framework, the episode encourages listeners to reorder their prayers by honoring God’s name, seeking His kingdom and will, and then bringing their needs before Him.


    This episode invites honest self-examination and points toward a different way of living; one shaped by surrender, humility, and peace that begins on the inside.

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    6 Min.
  • Why Fight?
    Jan 12 2026

    What if the real reason for conflict in your life isn’t “out there,” but within your own heart?


    In James 4, we uncover the true source of our fights and frustrations-- unchecked desires for control and self-interest that shape our relationships and even our prayers. This passage calls us to examine our motives, reorder our priorities, and seek God’s will above our own, leading to inner transformation and a life marked by peace and righteousness.


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    31 Min.
  • A Call to Intentional Living
    Jan 7 2026
    In this episode, we reflect on James 3:18 and the quiet power of intentional living. In a world that pushes us to be loud, fast, and right, Scripture invites us to a different way: sowing peace. Through stories from a guest ranch, parenting, and everyday relationships, we explore how gentleness, patience, and a transformed heart produce a harvest of righteousness over time. Drawing on the wisdom of Proverbs, Micah, the teachings of Jesus, and John Wesley, this conversation reminds us that true righteousness begins within and is expressed through love for God and neighbor. Like consistent exercise, small daily choices to sow peace quietly shape our hearts, our relationships, and our communities.

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    7 Min.
  • Planting Peace
    Jan 5 2026
    James 3:18 reminds us that “peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.” This message explores how our words, tone, and approach shape the outcomes we experience in relationships, work, and family life. Using ranch wisdom and everyday moments, we’re challenged to consider whether we bring peace or pressure into our conversations. When we slow down, lower the noise, and choose what truly matters, we create space for godly fruit to grow. Ultimately, this teaching invites us to ask: What seeds am I planting and what kind of harvest do I want?

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    30 Min.
  • Seeking Heavenly Wisdom in the New Year
    Dec 31 2025
    As we step into a new year, James 3:13–18 invites us to look beyond our plans and examine the wisdom shaping them. In this episode of Conversations in the Barn, Rachel reflects on the difference between earthly wisdom and heavenly wisdom and how each one shows up in our daily lives. Through Scripture, practical imagery, and honest reflection, this episode encourages listeners to pursue the kind of wisdom that leads to humility, peace, and lasting fruit.

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    8 Min.
  • Contrasts in Wisdom
    Dec 29 2025
    This message explores James chapter 3 and the contrast between earthly wisdom and wisdom from heaven. We’re challenged to examine what truly shapes our decisions—selfish ambition and temporary priorities, or God’s eternal perspective. While everyday concerns like careers, health, and security matter, they were never meant to be our primary focus. Through Scripture, we’re invited to develop heavenly wisdom that filters every decision through a divine lens, shifting our investment from what fades to what lasts forever. This teaching calls us to move beyond knowledge and develop wisdom that transforms how we live, love, and choose.

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    30 Min.