AfterTheWell

Summary In this episode of After the Well, Melissa Lapin welcomes Brooke Waters for a deep and transformative conversation about faith, identity, and the complexities of healing. They explore personal experiences with the Trinity, the misconceptions surrounding healing, the nature of failure, and the importance of processing emotions. The discussion emphasizes the significance of community, self-awareness, and the journey of understanding one's emotions as valuable information rather than g...

02-12

01:15:36

Melissa introduces Session 3.

02-05

29:29

Melissa shares her end of the year thoughts as well as dreams for 2025.

12-12

17:24

Summary In this episode of After the Well, Melissa Lapin engages in a heartfelt conversation with Bob Engel, exploring his life journey, faith experiences, and insights on spirituality. Bob shares his upbringing, marriage, and the challenges he faced with organized religion. The discussion delves into the significance of the woman at the well and the prodigal son, emphasizing themes of authenticity, community, and the role of women in ministry. Bob encourages listeners to embrace their uniqu...

12-04

01:12:53

Summary In this episode, Melissa Lapin interviews Brannon Nix, who shares his powerful testimony of transformation from a troubled childhood and a life of drug addiction to discovering his identity as a child of God. Brannon discusses the challenges he faced growing up, the struggles with his identity, and the pivotal moments that led him to encounter God in jail. He emphasizes the importance of understanding our true sonship and the power of community in the healing process. Brannon's journ...

11-27

01:25:21

Summary In this episode, Melissa Lapin interviews Opal Bush, who shares her powerful testimony of faith, resilience, and the impact of her praying grandmother. Opal discusses her experiences growing up in the South, facing adversity, and how her faith has shaped her identity. She recounts her journey through college, becoming the Homecoming Queen at the University of Alabama, and the significance of God's favor in her life. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding one's id...

11-20

58:06

Summary In this episode, Melissa Lapin interviews Nate Bontrager, who shares his journey from growing up in the Amish community to discovering his faith and identity outside of it. They discuss the challenges and experiences of Rumspringa, the importance of family and sonship, and the shift from a religious mindset to a kingdom perspective. Nate emphasizes the significance of community, connection, and the hunger for righteousness in his spiritual journey. Takeaways Nate grew up Amish and...

11-13

55:45

Summary In this conversation, Melissa Lapin and Shanna Fougerousse explore Shanna's journey of healing and self-discovery through faith and the Undivided Heart ministry. They discuss the importance of understanding one's identity, breaking free from limiting beliefs, and the transformative power of engaging with the Trinity. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-love, community support, and the courage to confront one's true self in order to live an abundant life. Takeaways Shanna...

11-06

01:06:04

Summary In this engaging conversation, Melissa Lapin and Justin Cook explore themes of faith, theology, and the impact of cults on personal beliefs. Justin shares his journey from a strict religious upbringing to questioning authority and finding grace. They discuss the struggles of growing up in a cult, the importance of community, and the role of questions in faith. The conversation also touches on engaging with new age perspectives and the journey back to God, emphasizing the need for und...

10-30

01:24:22

Summary In this conversation, Melissa Lapin interviews her friend Kellen about her ministry and the impact of creativity in her community. Kellen shares how her journey with God started when she was 12 or 13 years old and how she found healing and growth through art and music. She talks about the rebranding of her ministry to include her husband and their mission to bring art and music to their community. Kellen also discusses her experiences with Bible art journaling and the prophetic natur...

10-16

01:00:00

Summary In this episode of After the Well, Melissa Lapin interviews her friend Dawn Lee. They have an intimate conversation about faith and personal experiences with Jesus. Dawn shares her journey of growing up in the church, questioning traditional beliefs, and finding her own understanding of God's love and grace. They discuss the importance of critical thinking and questioning in faith, and the need to have open and honest conversations about beliefs. The conversation also touches on the ...

10-02

57:09

Summary In this conversation, Melissa Lapin interviews Shae Bynes, a transformational storyteller and kingdom business advisor. They discuss Shae's journey of encountering Jesus and the importance of understanding His love. Shae shares how she learned to walk with God and embrace the unforced rhythms of grace. They also touch on the need to challenge traditional religious beliefs and the importance of building intimacy with God. In this conversation, Shae Bynes and Melissa Lapin discus...

09-25

53:32

Summary In this episode of After the Well, Melissa Lapin engages in a heartfelt conversation with Ina Harriman, exploring her faith journey, spiritual experiences, and the nature of God. They discuss the importance of belief, the role of angels, and the miracles that occur in everyday life. Ina shares her unique encounters with God and emphasizes the goodness of God, encouraging listeners to embrace their identity as children of God. The conversation also touches on the intersection of spiri...

09-18

01:04:57

Summary In this conversation, Melissa Lapin interviews her friend Brenda Wallish. Brenda shares her personal journey of faith and how she encountered God in her darkest moments. She talks about her experience of hearing God's voice in an audible way and how it changed her life. Brenda also discusses the challenges she faced in her marriage and how she had to overcome religious beliefs that hindered her understanding of God's love and blessings. The conversation highlights the importance of p...

09-11

56:43

Summary In this episode, Melissa Lapin interviews Eunike Jonathan, author of the book 'Radical and Reckless.' Eunike shares her journey of growing up as a pastor's kid in a performance-driven environment and feeling dissatisfied with her relationship with God. She talks about her search for love, protection, and tangible experiences of God's goodness. Eunike emphasizes the importance of encountering God for who He truly is and being honest with ourselves about our perceptions and beliefs. Sh...