Barry is a good friend who lives life full of joy, laughter, and a morbid sense of humor. We cover topics ranging from family, humility, using our God given gifts all the way to the number one trait you want if you are ever lost in the wilderness.  Barry is a dad, husband, teacher, pastor, stand up comedian, author, Texan, and friend. He loves Jesus, his family, and people. He produces online content for people wanting to learn how to read the Bible and how to grow in love with Jesus. He has a sharp mind and quick wit and truly humble. This podcast is honest and kind...and it's more than his sweet Texas accent. We've spent time in Austin together, Poland together, and now talk on the phone from time to time. I hope you enjoy this interview with Barry Bishop. Find Barry online at  Twitter: https://twitter.com/barrybishop Bible Resources:  https://sites.google.com/site/barrybishop Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barrybishop777 Writing Blog: http://unexpectedending.blogspot.com/ Personal Blog: http://barrybishop.blogspot.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/BarryThePure LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/pub/barry-bishop/41/3a0/755/

Karina and I enjoy a conversation about all sorts of subjects. Karina is a woman of God who I very much appreciate for her wisdom, peace, and kindness. She is an enthusiastic mom, wife, friend, and loving family member. I feel like I rediscovered a little about Karina and her heart for prayer in this podcast. She is writing for her church from time to time and is open to being contacted on social media. She writes at her blog karinavenable.wordpress.com and would love to hear from you there too! When we started talking about her and David fostering kids my heart just broke a little. Karina is fierce, strong, persistent, and kind…in my opinion that’s a winning combination! Something Karina said that I think is amazing and will stick with me… “Good things grow slowly.” “Read his word and take him at his word.” At one point in their fostering journey the pain was so great she didn’t want to wake up. Boy… Karina is someone who knows how to walk with her God!

Shanna and I cover lots of ground on how to keep going in obedience when God is speaking to you. She talks about her battle with Lyme disease, how she kept looking for beauty anywhere she could see, and how God has called her to minister to others with her writing. She's a hydro-geoscientist by trade who is using her voice to encourage others, and she is currently writing her first book with a dear friend named Brooke.  Shanna has such a great perspective on life and suffering which I know will truly bless everyone who reads her writing or listens to her talk.    Quotes: "Obey in the little things. When you obey the little things tend to turn into big things." "Know that God is with you." "Look for beauty...listen for whispers." Show Notes: Shanna writes with this purpose in mind: We write to encourage people to find beauty and walk in victory, even in the darkest of nights, cultivating resiliency in healthy community, not isolation, as we navigate through chronic pain. Follow Shanna and Brooke on social media and through their website. The best way to contact them are in those ways. Shanna and Brooke's website: https://www.findingbeautyforlife.com Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/findingbeautyforlife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingbeautyforlife/ All Podcast Episodes can be found on my website:  www.drinkofferings.com/ and Youtube if you'd like to watch the episode: https://www.youtube.com/channel/The1138Podcast

Victoria and her mom Stephanie tell their story of God saving Victoria when her skull was crushed by a truck. She was so little at the time! Victoria sent me a video clip taken soon after the accident and wow the clip is just moving! Have a listen to this remarkable story of salvation which reminds me so much of my Mom and my Dad’s story of near death and salvation. In Part 2 we hear a little more from Victoria’s perspective and we learn more about some of the lingering effects of the accident. We also see a mom’s heart once again come through, the love of God shine, and Victoria’s appreciation for God’s sovereign hand of giving to her. Enjoy!

Victoria and her mom Stephanie tell their story of God saving Victoria when her skull was crushed by a truck. She was so little at the time! Victoria sent me a video clip taken soon after the accident and wow the clip is just moving! Have a listen to this remarkable story of salvation which reminds me so much of my Mom and my Dad’s story of near death and salvation.

Russ and I talk about learning, being inquisitive, and art. He’s a young, dynamic, creative leader. You can find him (when you can travel again) in Urbana IL somewhere near the University of Illinois. He’s also active on Twitter @russdie or on Instagram @russdie I hope you enjoy this episode. It’s good to be back! Show Notes: The Ride of a Lifetime Book https://www.amazon.com/Ride-Lifetime-Lessons-Learned-Company/dp/B07QW2LHN4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=disney+ceo&qid=1586225105&s=books&sr=1-1 Russell’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/film-lovers-podcast/id1335389147

Katie and I catch up on a variety of subjects as she talks about her family, losing a parent, maturing in Christ, and her faith journey which was given to her by her parents and now has grown into something new. She's a great friend, a thoughtful feeler, and has an attitude of gratefulness. If you ever get down to Austin let her know because she would most likely enjoy a great conversation over coffee.   Show Notes: Books Katie references and recommends:Praying with the Church: Following Jesus Daily, Hourly, Today - Scot Mcknight The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery - Ian Morgan Cron Orthodoxy and Heterodoxy: Exploring Belief Systems through the Lens of the Ancient Christian Faith - Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick Midwife for the Souls: Spiritual Care for the Dying - Kathy Kalina

Kristin and I catch up about her reading the Psalms and going back to school after raising her kids. Kristin is a professional health consultant with multiple degrees and accreditations. She is passionate about people living healthy lives for God and I hope we get an opportunity to bring her out to Colorado for some church health consulting. She is a long time dear friend to me and my family, she is wise, and she is kind. I hope you enjoy our conversation. You can find Kristin on her website www.peaceofhealth.org Show notes: Christ in the Psalms - Patrick Henry Reardon Earthen Vessels, Matthew Lee Anderson Exhaustive Concordance (I use Zondervan's 1984 NIV, but any concordance will do - it just has to match whatever Bible version you using) Bible Versions I love most: 1984 NIV for readability; ESV for accuracy (and the ESV Sutdy Bible is unparalleled); New King James, Amplified, Message, Tree of Life (Jewish Perspective) The Gospel According to the Old Testament Series (There are different authors for each book in the series. I enjoyed the one on Ecclesiates, "Recovering Eden" by Jack Eswine

Jenny and I catch up after a year and talk about business travel as a Christian.  She is very well respected in her company and field and has a lot of good practical advice to offer.  I've know Jenny, her husband Ed, and family for 11 years now and I'm struck by her kindness and strength of conviction.  She is a great listener and friend!  Show notes: The book she mentions on the spiritual habit of fasting. Fasting by Jentezen Franklin The children's book series by C.S. Lewis The Chronicles of Narnia

I've known Mark since 1992-93, and we've seen and done some great things together! I recently got a chance to Skype with Mark and the time together went into some very personal and emotional places. I'm honored to bring you our brief talk! I value Mark in my life and admire him for many many reasons.  He's a man of the Word, a family man, a. dear friend, and full of wisdom. He's also very kind and funny! Link to the show notes will be up soon.