reading from the book of James! James 1 :2 - 9

Hello Everyone! Welcome back to JC CHATS! We are wrapping up the Social Media series of this podcast and moving on to a bible study on Depression (the link is below). Today we are talking about why we become so hooked to our social media and ways we can lower our screen time. Also, we have a discussion about dating and social media. Bible App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bible/id282935706 New Bible Plan - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/11059

Hello Everyone! Welcome back to JC CHATS! God has already said we are fearfully and wonderfully made. Why do we feel like we can’t reveal our true unfiltered selves on social media? Today tackle “beauty” standards and materialism on social media. We are on day 3 of our bible study and we encourage everyone to join us by downloading the Bible App and starting the plan “Reclaiming Social Media”. Bible App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bible/id282935706 Reclaiming Social Media Bible Plan - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/18112 #JCCHATSCHALLENGE we have our first challenge... post a no filtered no make (if you wear make up) up photo next to a photo with filter. Let's be vulnerable and brave together <3 this goes for men and women :)

Hello Everyone! Welcome back to JC CHATS! Today we are talking about how in person connection should be put first over social media connection. We see that importance when we look at the examples Jesus set by diving into scripture and the bible study. We also are sharing our own insecurities that have been brought out by social media and the importance of setting boundaries in a marriage/relationship when it comes to your platforms. We encourage you to join the bible study. We are on day 2 of Reclaiming Our Social Media. Below we have inserted a link to the Bible App and Bible plan. Bible App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bible/id282935706 Reclaiming Our Social Media Bible Plan - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/18112

Welcome Back! Thank you for listening to JC Chats! Today we are talking are doing a bible study on social media and then getting into a deep conversation about the effects social media can have on our mental health. It can cause anxiety, stress, and even depression. Below I have inserted links to the resources we used to get into God's word and guide our conversation. Bible App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bible/id282935706 Reclaiming Social Media Bible Plan - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/18112 Blog that was referenced - https://littlelaurasliving.wixsite.com/website Ted Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Czg_9C7gw0o&t=8s Forbes Article - https://www.forbes.com/sites/alicegwalton/2017/06/30/a-run-down-of-social-medias-effects-on-our-mental-health/#5eeab6ef2e5a 

Welcome Back! Thank you for listening to JC Chats! Today we are talking about remaining hopeful in times of despair. We are have finished the bible plan we started and now we are moving on to a new one tomorrow. Feel free to join us! This bible plan is called Reclaiming Social Media. The links are below Bible App Download - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bible/id282935706 Reclaiming Social Media Bible Plan - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/18112

Welcome Back! Thank you for listening to JC Chats! Today we are talking about being patient through our suffering. God is like an author, he has already written our story. We just need to be patient and trust in Him.  Bible App Download - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bible/id282935706 Bible Plan - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/12468

Hey everyone! Thanks for listening to JC Chats. Today we are talking about the gift of compassion. We discuss how it's important to not only think about yourself, but also make time for those in need or just lend an ear. Bible App Download - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bible/id282935706 Bible Plan - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/12468

Hi Everyone! Welcome back! We are still on the same plan (day 7) on the bible app (below you can find links to join us). Today we are talking about how God has been and will always be there when we go through something. We should NEVER forget that. We also get a little goofy towards then end LOL. Bible App Download - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bible/id282935706  Bible Plan - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/12468

Hi Everyone! Welcome back! We are still on the same plan (day 6) on the bible app (below you can find links to join us). Today we are talking about our shame and trials. Everyone can relate to the feeling of shame, but God is always there for us to pick us up again. We are discussing why it can be encouraging to share our trials with others and talk about our own personal struggles. It can be a way to spread God's word and be there to lift others up! Bible App Download - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bible/id282935706 Bible Plan - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/12468