This episode features an interview with Martin Maharas!  Martin is a musician who leads a band called “Blood & Hyssop”. Joey has a conversation with Martin about the importance of worship through music and how one can stay tethered to Jesus as a result. This episode is for anyone who wants to understand why worship through music is essential for one’s personal abiding in Jesus Christ.-Listen to Blood & Hyssop on these platforms: Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube Music-Please follow Blood & Hyssop on social media: Facebook, Instagram-Learn more about what worship is from John Piper: Ask Pastor John episode about worship-Also, learn what makes for a good musical worship experience from this Ask Pastor John episode! Episode cover photo by Terren Hurst on Unsplash. Cover photo used under the Unsplash License.Songs used in the episode are “This World Will Soon Be Over” at the beginning and “Thorns” at the end by Blood & Hyssop from the album “Blood & Hyssop”. These songs are the intellectual property of Martin Maharas. Song samples were published to Tethered with permission from the copyright holder, Martin Maharas.  These songs may not be downloaded, altered, reproduced, or distributed without explicit permission from Martin. Copyright ©2021 Martin Maharas. All rights reserved.Please follow Tethered on Instagram!Intro/outro beats produced by Martin Maharas; Music: "This Sundays" by raspberrysounds. Intro to the episode's topic produced by: Joey Moralez; Music: “Fresh Morning” by RM Sounds. Music used with permission. Music distributed by Melody Loops LP. License # 25553593652

This episode features an interview with Alfredo Ruiz de Chavez! Joey chats with Alfredo about the importance of abiding in Christ for the sake of enjoying Him. Alfredo has a deep love and zeal for Jesus. He discussed with Joey why abiding in Jesus is important not solely for fueling yourself for ministry, but to enjoy God and worship Him. This episode is for anyone who wants to grow in their understanding of abiding in Christ day-by-day, moment-by-moment.-Check out Alfredo family's restaurant, Sabor Latino, on Facebook and Yelp!-Shoutout to Post Coffee in Lee's Summit, MO for being a cool place to do bible studies! Follow them on Instagram if you are a coffee shopaholic!Episode cover photo by Moritz Knöringer on Unsplash. Cover photo used under the Unsplash License.Please follow Tethered on Instagram!Intro/outro beats produced by Martin Maharas; Music: "This Sundays" by raspberrysounds. Intro to the episode's topic produced by: Joey Moralez; Music: “Fresh Morning” by RM Sounds. Music used with permission. Music distributed by Melody Loops LP. License # 25553593652

This episode features an interview with William and Erin Akoo (William goes by his last name, Akoo)! They have been married since January 2022. Joey chats with Akoo and Erin about how they came to be a couple, their journey while dating, navigating their 1st year of marriage, and why it’s important to stay tethered to Jesus in both dating and marriage. This episode is for anyone who wants to learn the importance of dating well toward marriage and being equally yoked to bring glory to God in dating and marriage.-Akoo and his friend Stephen Le are the hosts of The Imperfect Podcast. Please check it out on Spotify!-Here are the books that were recommended on the topic of singleness/dating/marriage in this episode: *By Erin: Pure Womanhood by Cystalina Evert, Pure Manhood by Jason Evert, Let Me Be a Woman by Elisabeth Elliot, Recovering Biblical Manhood and Womanhood by John Piper *By Akoo: Wild at Heart by John Eldredge *By Joey: Outdated by Jonathan "JP" Pokluda, The Exemplary Husband by Stuart Scott, The Excellent Wife by Martha Peace, Not Yet Married by Marshall Segal-Here are the podcasts that were recommended: Becoming Something, The Elisabeth Elliot PodcastEpisode cover photo by Photos by Lanty on Unsplash. Cover photo used under the Unsplash License.Please follow Tethered on Instagram!Intro/outro beats produced by Martin Maharas; Music: "This Sundays" by raspberrysounds. Intro to the episode's topic produced by: Joey Moralez; Music: “Fresh Morning” by RM Sounds. Music used with permission. Music distributed by Melody Loops LP. License # 25553593652

This episode features an interview with Lance Spencer! He is the owner/operator of the Chick-fil-A Summit Fair location in Lee’s Summit, a suburb of Kansas City, MO. Lance has worked at Chick-fil-A since he was a teenager and loves to serve people well. Joey interviews him to discuss why it’s important to stay tethered to Jesus in order to serve and lead well in any area for the glory of God. This episode will give you insight into the importance of servant leadership and why it’s important to serve others as Jesus served others.-Please follow Chick-fil-A Lee’s Summit at Summit Fair on Instagram!Episode cover photo by Katie Drazdauskaite on Unsplash. Cover photo used under the Unsplash License.Please follow Tethered on Instagram!Intro/outro beats produced by Martin Maharas; Music: "This Sundays" by raspberrysounds. Intro to the episode's topic produced by: Joey Moralez; Music: “Fresh Morning” by RM Sounds. Music used with permission. Music distributed by Melody Loops LP. License # 25553593652

This episode features teaching by Tethered's host, Joey Moralez. In the previous episode, "Students, Assemble!", Joey and his guests, Noah and Emma, shared with listeners who may struggle with the thought of inadequacy by informing them that they are valuable to the church. In this episode, Joey continues that conversation. He shares that God does want to use His people no matter what gifts they have and that they do matter to the church. They are indispensable! He also shares how the Gospel allows all of God's people to be used for His purposes and glory! Teaching from 1 Peter 4:10-11, 1 Corinthians 12:12-26, and 2 Corinthians 12:9. - Do you want to find a church in your area? Click here!-Was not able to find a SHAPE Assessment, but this was found instead to find out what spiritual gifts you may have!Episode cover photo by Edward Cisneros on Unsplash. Cover photo used under the Unsplash License.Please follow Tethered on Instagram!Intro/outro beats produced by Martin Maharas; Music: "This Sundays" by raspberrysounds. Intro to the episode's topic produced by: Joey Moralez; Music: “Fresh Morning” by RM Sounds. Music used with permission. Music distributed by Melody Loops LP. License # 25553593652

This episode features an interview with Noah Turner and Emma Taylor! They are college students involved with campus ministries at the University of Missouri in Kansas City. Joey speaks with them about why college students should consider attending a local church. This episode is for anyone who wants to grow in understanding of why it is important to be a member of a local church. -Nine Marks of a Healthy Church-Do you want to find a church in your area? Click here!-Churches mentioned in this episode: Abundant Life Church, Oakwood Baptist Church, and Flack Memorial Church-For Wichita, Kansas area listeners: First Evangelical Free Church is a church you should check out! Joey gave them a shout-out!-Listen to a similar podcast episode about what church is from the fellas at The Imperfect Podcast!Episode cover photo by Fredrick John on Unsplash. Cover photo used under the Unsplash License. The episode introduction was co-produced with Martin Maharas.Special thanks to K-Roo Studios at the University of Missouri in Kansas City for allowing the use of their space to record this episode. Special thanks to Henry Fundenberger for producing the interview for this episode.Please follow Tethered on Instagram!Intro/outro beats produced by Martin Maharas; Music: "This Sundays" by raspberrysounds. Intro to the episode's topic produced by: Joey Moralez; Music: “Fresh Morning” by RM Sounds. Music used with permission. Music distributed by Melody Loops LP. License # 25553593652

This is Tethered's first bonus episode! This sermon was given on September 1, 2022, at a Cru weekly meeting at the University of Missouri in Kansas City. This sermon features Jacob Ward: a UMKC alumnus, former Cru student leader, consultant at an accounting firm, and devoted disciple of the Lord. Jacob shares with students about reminding themselves to love others outside the Church, who they once were, and who Christ made them be. He reminds the students if they are looking for hope, overwhelmed by all the bad news in the world, to look to the hope that Jesus alone offers! Teaching from Titus 3:1-7. Episode cover photo by Lawrence Jing on Unsplash. Cover photo used under the Unsplash License.This sermon is the intellectual property of Jacob Ward. Sermon published to Tethered with permission.  This sermon may not be downloaded, reproduced, or distributed without explicit permission from Jacob Ward. Copyright ©2022 Jacob Ward.Please follow Tethered on Instagram!Intro/outro beats produced by Martin Maharas; Music: "This Sundays" by raspberrysounds. Intro to the episode's topic produced by: Joey Moralez; Music: “Fresh Morning” by RM Sounds. Music used with permission. Music distributed by Melody Loops LP. License # 25553593652

This episode features an interview with Bert Suluvale! Joey chats with Bert about the importance of expository preaching (verse-by-verse explanation of the Bible) and why it matters. This episode will give you insight into the importance of hearing sound teaching directly from the Bible and help you understand why it’s essential to know your Bible well through verse-by-verse explanations.  -Do you want to learn how to have a quiet time? Please read this article from Cru!-Genesis from Revelation video from Pastor J.D. Greear-Visit GotQuestions.org if you have any questions about the Bible.Episode cover photo by Alexander Michl on Unsplash. Cover photo used under the Unsplash License. The episode's topic introduction was co-produced with Martin Maharas.Please follow Tethered on Instagram!Intro/outro beats produced by Martin Maharas; Music: "This Sundays" by raspberrysounds. Intro to the episode's topic produced by: Joey Moralez; Music: “Fresh Morning” by RM Sounds. Music used with permission. Music distributed by Melody Loops LP. License # 25553593652

This message was given on August 25, 2022, by Tethered's host, Joey Moralez at the first Cru weekly meeting of the year at the University of Missouri in Kansas City. Joey shares his personal testimony with students on how he was forgiven of the greatest debt and found harmony with God. He weaves Colossians 1:21-23 into his story. Those verses serve as a reminder of who people were before encountering Jesus. He encourages the students to examine themselves in light of his personal encounter with Jesus so that they can one day proclaim, "I am better than I deserve!". Episode cover photo by Gabriele Stravinskaite on Unsplash. Cover photo used under the Unsplash License.Please follow Tethered on Instagram!Intro/outro beats produced by Martin Maharas; Music: "This Sundays" by raspberrysounds. Intro to the episode's topic produced by: Joey Moralez; Music: “Fresh Morning” by RM Sounds. Music used with permission. Music distributed by Melody Loops LP. License # 25553593652

This message was given on August 9, 2022, by Tethered's host, Joey Moralez at a Cru student leaders' retreat. Joey speaks to Cru student leaders about the importance of connecting with God for personal growth and fueling one's ministry. He reminds them of why they are to abide in Christ daily by prayer and engaging with God's Word so that they can grow in their faith and be fueled to pour out to others. Teaching from John 15:4-5, Matthew 6:9-13, and 2 Timothy 3:14-17. Episode cover photo by Sigmund on Unsplash. Cover photo used under the Unsplash License.Please follow Tethered on Instagram!Intro/outro beats produced by Martin Maharas; Music: "This Sundays" by raspberrysounds. Intro to the episode's topic produced by: Joey Moralez; Music: “Fresh Morning” by RM Sounds. Music used with permission. Music distributed by Melody Loops LP. License # 25553593652