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A short clip from Episode 5: We Turned The World Cup Into A Conversation About God
Are We Fasting From The Right Thing? #christianpodcast #podcast #fasting
Can slowing down actually strengthen your faith? In this episode, we explore how hurry affects prayer, relationships with God, and everyday life through a Christian lens. 🔴 Watch the entire Freeway Faith Podcast playlist here: ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAHXNbEAKIJFK6CMQU-uu82QNu78hkPie ⭐️ New here? Start with the first episode of the season: ➡️ https://youtu.be/rUNcHxUwLAc?si=WdP8fWfh80piSYqm Some of the links below may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This comes at no extra cost to you and helps support the channel. Thank you! Books & Resources Mentioned 📖 Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools — Tyler Staton ➡️ https://amzn.to/3SQBntW 📖 Atomic Habits — James Clear ➡️ https://amzn.to/4eTfz9r 📖 Ruthless Elimination of Hurry — John Mark Comer ➡️ https://amzn.to/4eS8VjN 📖 Beloved — Francis Chan ➡️ Beloved — Francis Chan 📖 The Encounter App ➡️ https://encounteringpeace.com/ Connect with us! • Website: www.FreewayFaith.com • Instagram: @freewayfaith • Tik Tok: @freewayfaith2 ⏰ Time Chapters ⏰ 0:00 Welcome to the Car Podcast 3:01 Why We're Suddenly Soccer Fans 6:20 A Head Injury, Job & Trusting God 8:15 Escaping the Noise of Culture 10:45 It's Never Too Late to Start Something New 14:35 Philippians 4:8 & Choosing What Shapes Us 17:30 What Soccer Taught Us About Time 19:40 Hurry, Hustle Culture & Faith 22:25 Prayer, Habits & Slowing Down 26:25 The Camera Overheated...and God Had Other Plans 27:00 Ruthlessly Eliminating Hurry 29:00 What Prayer Really Is 32:40 Honest Prayer, Grief & Personal Testimony 35:00 Practical Ways to Build a Prayer Habit 36:40 Fasting Update 38:20 Thoughts on Obsession 41:20 Mount Rushmore of World Cup Players 45:00 Final Encouragement #ChristianPodcast #Prayer #Faith #ChristianLiving #SlowingDown What does it really mean to slow down in a world that constantly tells us to hurry? In this episode of the Freeway Faith Podcast, we share an honest conversation about the pressure of hustle culture, the importance of prayer, and what we've unexpectedly learned from watching the World Cup. Along the way, we discuss how sports can reveal excellence, discipline, community, and even glimpses of faith. We also talk about books that have been challenging us—including Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools, Atomic Habits, Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, and Beloved—and how they're changing the way we think about prayer, habits, and our relationship with God. One of the most meaningful parts of this conversation is a personal testimony about grief, honest prayer, and discovering that God welcomes us even when our prayers are filled with questions, anger, or pain. In this episode you'll learn: • Why hurry quietly damages your prayer life. • How prayer is about relationship—not performance. • Practical ways to slow down without becoming unproductive. • Lessons from sports that apply to following Jesus. • Why creating intentional space for God changes everything. Music: 🎵 Intro & Outro Theme Music written and performed by Riley Hangen Follow Riley: Website: https://www.rileyhangen.com/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@UCym_dfeGB3MQksrFhkL8N9g Our mission at Freeway Faith is to encourage authentic conversations about following Jesus in everyday life—keeping our eyes on the road, our hearts on the Word, and enjoying the drive together. Disclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support the channel at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support.
How Hurry Is Keeping You From Hearing God | Episode 06
A Short Clip From Episode #4: The World Is Our Studio!
Her Favorite Day Is What?!? #christianpodcast #podcast #favoriteday
A clip from our 4th Episode: “The World Is Our Studio”
How Jesus Turned Losing Into WINNING! #christianpodcast #podcast #Jesus
Can Christians fast from more than just food? In this episode, we explore biblical fasting, phone addiction, and creating more space for God in everyday life. 🎬 Watch Next: ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAHXNbEAKIJFK6CMQU-uu82QNu78hkPie 🔴 Join the Freeway Faith newsletter for weekly encouragement, conversations, and exclusive resources: ➡️ https://freewayfaith.com In this episode of the Freeway Faith Podcast, we're doing something a little different. While watching a FIFA World Cup match together, our conversation turns toward one of the most important spiritual disciplines in Scripture: fasting. We talk about fasting from food, fasting from social media, giving up distractions, trusting God more deeply, and why putting down your phone for even one hour each day might completely change your relationships. Along the way we also discuss: ⚽ Messi vs. Ronaldo ⚽ How World Cup fans are so passionate 📖 What the Bible actually teaches about fasting 📱 Phone addiction and digital distractions 🙏 Spiritual disciplines that draw us closer to God 🧠 Anxiety, courage, and doing hard things even when we're afraid ❤️ Why community matters more than ever Resources Mentioned 📖 The Common Rule ➡️ https://www.thecommonrule.org/ 📖 The Anxious Generation ➡️ https://www.anxiousgeneration.com/ 📖 Tech Exit ➡️ https://a.co/d/0cMOuOZM 📺 Days of Our Lives ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqfyusmRzKo Things We Said We Would Drop Down Here: 📽️ Kane Parsons' "Backrooms" was the other YouTuber movie conquering the box office along with "Obsession" and "Iron Lung" ⚽️ On average, a professional soccer player runs about 6.4 miles during a match, with midfielders typically covering slightly more at around 6.6 to 6.9 miles. 🎙 Connect with Freeway Faith 🌐 Website & Newsletter Signup - https://freewayfaith.com 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/freewayfaith/ 🎵 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@freewayfaith2 ⏰ CHAPTERS 0:00 World Cup excitement begins 0:21 Welcome to the Freeway Faith Podcast 2:10 Why we're recording outside the studio 3:22 What soccer fans teach us about joy 4:00 Life updates and summer adventures 5:57 New movies we're excited about 7:04 Soccer injuries and sportsmanship 9:31 Messi, Ronaldo & humility 12:35 Topic of the day: Fasting 14:10 Fasting from alcohol & social media 19:02 What is biblical fasting? 20:58 Removing distractions to hear God 21:30 The Common Rule & one-hour phone fast 23:13 Intermittent fasting for health 25:14 Praying for athletes 26:02 A tour of our living room 28:39 Jesus and fasting 30:52 Courage, fear & the exterminator story 33:46 Practical ways to start fasting 36:00 Gen X vs Gen Z game 41:33 Challenge for your family 43:44 Wrapping up #FreewayFaith #BiblicalFasting #ChristianPodcast #FaithInEverydayLife #ChristianLiving Have you ever considered that fasting isn't just about food? In this episode we explore what Scripture teaches about fasting and how the practice can help remove distractions that compete for God's attention. We discuss fasting from food, social media, alcohol, and even our phones while sharing practical ideas anyone can begin today. This conversation also explores the joy of the FIFA World Cup, the humility of Lionel Messi, the leadership of Cristiano Ronaldo, family traditions, anxiety, courage, and how everyday conversations can unexpectedly point us toward God. If you're looking for honest Christian conversations that connect faith with everyday life, you're in the right place. 🎓 In this episode you'll learn: • What biblical fasting really means • Why fasting is about more than food • How your phone may be your biggest distraction • Practical ways to begin fasting today • Why courage often means doing things while afraid 🚗 Continue the Conversation 🎯 Today's Challenge: Put your phone away for one hour today and spend that time talking with someone you love or with God. ❓Question: What is one thing in your life that may be competing for God's attention? ↩️ Reply to this week's newsletter or leave a comment—we'd genuinely love to hear from you. 🎙️ New episodes of Freeway Faith premiere every Thursday! Our mission at Freeway Faith is to encourage meaningful conversations that help people keep their eyes on the road, their hearts on the Word, and discover God in everyday life. Music: 🎵 Intro & Outro Theme Music written and performed by Riley Hangen Follow Riley: Website: https://www.rileyhangen.com/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@UCym_dfeGB3MQksrFhkL8N9g Disclaimer: Some stories and experiences shared in this episode reflect personal opinions and recollections. Any links provided may be affiliate links that help support the channel at no additional cost to you. Some links may be affiliate links in future episodes. They never affect our recommendations and simply help support the ministry at no additional cost to you.
We Turned the World Cup Into a Conversation About God | Episode 05
Can't Win for Losing? A real conversation about faith, setbacks, family, and finding victory through Jesus. 🔴 Join the Freeway Faith community and sign up for The Dashboard newsletter ➡️ https://freewayfaith.com ⭐️ Some links and resources mentioned may be referenced throughout our content. We only share resources we genuinely find helpful. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: 🐻 Angel Fire Resort Bear Break-In: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmWdqEAD4m4 🍕 Angel Fired Pizza: https://angelfiredpizza.com/ 🔐 Crooked Key Escape Rooms: https://crookedkey.com/ 📖 Eccl. 9 : 11 " I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all." 🎬 Watch Next: More Freeway Faith Podcast Episodes ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAHXNbEAKIJFK6CMQU-uu82QNu78hkPie ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 0:00 - Outdoor Podcast Adventure 1:13 - Can't Win for Losing 3:37 - What Does It Really Mean? 5:06 - The Israelites and Human Nature 7:25 - World Cup Excitement 9:12 - Ecclesiastes 9:11 12:55 - Colorado Travel Stories 14:03 - The Bear Hotel Story 16:23 - Unexpected Blessings 19:05 - Jesus Turned Loss Into Victory 20:57 - Strangers on a Bench 21:38 - Favorite Day of the Week 24:03 - Why We Started Freeway Faith 25:15 - The Importance of Fun 27:27 - Outdoor Podcast Challenge 28:54 - New Episodes Every Thursday Ways to Connect with Freeway Faith: ⚡️ Join The Dashboard Newsletter ➡️ https://freewayfaith.com ⚡️ Visit Our Website ➡️ https://freewayfaith.com ⚡️ Subscribe to Freeway Faith: / @freewayfaith #freewayfaith #christianpodcast #faithandfamily #christianliving #jesus What happens when life feels like you just can't win for losing? In this episode of the Freeway Faith Podcast, we leave the studio behind and head outdoors for a walking conversation around a lakeside trail. What started as an experiment quickly became one of our most authentic and unfiltered discussions yet. We explore the meaning behind the phrase "can't win for losing," discuss the frustration of setbacks and failures, and share how those difficult moments often become the very things God uses to guide us toward something better. Along the way, we talk about the Israelites, the challenges of faith, the excitement of World Cup season, our recent trip to Colorado, and several unexpected blessings that came from situations that initially felt like disappointments. Most importantly, we reflect on the greatest example of apparent defeat becoming victory: the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. What looked like the ultimate loss became the greatest victory in human history, offering grace, mercy, and hope to all of us who fall short every day. In this episode, we discuss: • What "can't win for losing" means • Why setbacks sometimes become blessings • Ecclesiastes 9:11 and life's unexpected outcomes • Faith, grace, and the difference between salvation and good works • Colorado travel stories and unexpected adventures • The "Strangers on a Bench" conversation game • Building stronger family communication • Why we chose an outdoor podcast format • The importance of making room for fun, authenticity, and real conversations Questions from this Episode: 💭 What does "can't win for losing" mean to you? 💭 Have you ever experienced a setback that later became a blessing? 💭 What's your favorite day of the week and why? 💭 Do you enjoy this outdoor walking podcast format? 💭 How do you connect intentionally with your children, parents, or family members? Family Challenge: Take a walk with someone you love this week. Leave the screens behind, ask a meaningful question, and see where the conversation takes you. You might be surprised what happens. 🎙️ New episodes of Freeway Faith premiere every Thursday! Our mission at Freeway Faith is to create a welcoming place for honest conversations about faith, family, culture, and everyday life while keeping our eyes on God's truth and grace. Music: 🎵 Intro & Outro Theme Music written and performed by Riley Hangen Follow Riley: Website: https://www.rileyhangen.com/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@UCym_dfeGB3MQksrFhkL8N9g Disclaimer: Some stories and experiences shared in this episode reflect personal opinions and recollections. Any links provided may be affiliate links that help support the channel at no additional cost to you.
The World Is Our Studio! | Episode 04
Have you ever felt disappointed because God didn't answer a prayer the way you expected? In Luke 24, the disciples said: "We had hoped..." Those three words convey a profound sense of disappointment, heartbreak, and uncertainty. But God wasn't finished writing their story—and He may not be finished with yours either. 🌐 Website: https://freewayfaith.com 📬 Join The Dashboard newsletter: https://freewayfaith.com #ChristianShorts #Faith #TrustGod #ChristianEncouragement #BibleStudy
"We Had Hoped..." 💔🙏 #ChristianShorts #Faith #TrustGod
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Can you name a Bible name that starts with F? 👀 #christianpodcast #christianliving #biblestudy
When disappointment hits, how do you keep trusting God when life doesn't go according to plan? 🔴 Join the Freeway Faith community and sign up for The Dashboard newsletter ➡️ https://freewayfaith.com ⭐️ Some links and resources mentioned may be referenced throughout our content. We only share resources we genuinely find helpful. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: 👣 Footprints in the Sand Poem - https://www.footprints-inthe-sand.com/index.php?page=Poem/Poem.php 📖 Luke 24, verse 21 - "but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place." 🎬 Watch Next: More Freeway Faith Podcast Episodes ➡️ https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAHXNbEAKIJFK6CMQU-uu82QNu78hkPie&si=k_QiLAhNgA4XXsLK ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 0:00 - Podcast Chaos Begins 1:07 - Welcome to Freeway Faith 2:42 - First Day Driving Uber Eats 4:13 - Homeschool Life Update 6:53 - Serving on an Audition Panel 9:01 - Weekend Highlights 13:23 - Starting Points at Church 15:04 - Finding Your Place to Serve 18:29 - Serving Without Pressure 21:28 - Sermon on Disappointment 23:35 - "We Had Hoped..." 25:32 - Recognizing Jesus in the Journey 27:52 - Trusting God's Timing 29:03 - When God Changes the Plan 32:16 - Failure or Progress? 35:33 - Introducing The Dashboard Newsletter Ways to Connect with Freeway Faith: ⚡️ Join The Dashboard Newsletter ➡️ https://freewayfaith.com ⚡️ Visit Our Website ➡️ https://freewayfaith.com ⚡️ Subscribe to Freeway Faith: https://www.youtube.com/@FreewayFaith?sub_confirmation=1 #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney #TrustGod #ChristianEncouragement #FreewayFaith Have you ever felt disappointed because life didn't unfold the way you expected? In this episode of the Freeway Faith Podcast, Heather and Riley share real-life updates, lessons from church, thoughts on serving in ministry, and one powerful message that stood out from Sunday's sermon: trusting God even when your expectations aren't met. The conversation centers around Luke 24 and the phrase, "We had hoped..."—one of the most honest expressions of disappointment found in Scripture. Together, they explore how disappointment can shape our faith, why God's timing often looks different than our own, and how looking back can reveal God's faithfulness even when we couldn't see it in the moment. You'll also hear behind-the-scenes stories about starting a podcast, navigating technology challenges, homeschooling life, Uber Eats adventures, church membership, serving opportunities, and what it means to follow Jesus authentically through every season. In this video, you'll learn: • How to trust God through disappointment • Why God's timing is often different from ours • What church service and discipleship can look like in a healthy community • How past disappointments can become future testimonies • Why focusing on Jesus changes your perspective Our mission at Freeway Faith is to encourage everyday believers to keep their eyes on the road, their hearts on the Word, and enjoy the drive as they follow Jesus. Music: 🎵 Intro & Outro Theme Music written and performed by Riley Hangen Follow Riley: Website: https://www.rileyhangen.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCym_dfeGB3MQksrFhkL8N9g Disclaimer: Views shared in this podcast reflect personal experiences and faith journeys. Some links associated with Freeway Faith may be affiliate links in the future. Always use discernment and seek God's guidance in your own walk of faith.
The Sermon We Didn't Know We Needed | Episode 03
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