Since they last recorded, Jamie and Heather have experienced significant milestones! With one child walking down the aisle and another navigating college, they've found themselves in a new season of parenting. In this episode, they talk about releasing control, the importance of community, walking through open doors without excuses, and their ins and outs for 2024! Show notes: Jamie mentions she is doing the Bible Recap challenge this year. You can join her here: https://www.thebiblerecap.com/
Movies have the unique power to spark conversations and allow us to engage with different perspectives. As Christians, we have to look for opportunities to engage people. In this bonus episode, Jamie and Heather talk about what they thought of the "Barbie" movie. How do we talk about our value, our experience in the world, and even our bodies as women? Let’s talk about it! Disclaimer: This episode contains spoilers for the "Barbie" movie.
A tension that arises as kids grow older is knowing when to help them and when to let them fend for themselves. It’s a tension that Heather and Jamie have yet to figure out, but they’re trying their best. And isn’t that all anyone can do? In this episode, they talk about knowing when to step in, raising unentitled kids, and things their families do that drive them crazy. Spoiler Alert: Community is key!
Our families are often the people who can drive us the craziest. But our closest relationships make us who we are. Jamie and Heather wonder if God put people so drastically different from them in their family to teach them how to communicate. In this episode, they talk about family values, embracing their differences, working through relational conflict, and leaning into the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Family is messy, but family matters.
Have you ever wondered, "when will I feel like an adult?" Jamie and Heather sure have. As they watch their kids grow and mature, it's highlighted the areas they themselves still need to grow. But maybe it’s part of God’s design that we grow up with our kids. In this episode, they talk about crying on social media, retaining their youthfulness, and modeling maturity for their kids (well, trying).
Heather and Jamie have decided it’s time to have "the talk" with their younger kids. We often don’t talk about certain things because it feels too scary or complicated. But when we’re willing to tell the truth, we become safe places for our kids. In this episode, they tackle topics like walking in humility with your spouse, broaching uncomfortable conversations, and telling the truth – even when it’s painful or awkward. DISCLAIMER: this episode talks about sex and puberty, so be advised when listening around young children. Show notes: In this episode, they recommend Stan and Brenna Jones’ God’s Design for Sex Series. They also talk about Judy Blume's book Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.
Do you ever find that it’s easy to trust God with some things and hard to trust Him with others? We’re often selective about what we fully give to the Lord, especially when it comes to our kids. Parenting (especially young adults) has tested Jamie and Heather’s trust in God in big ways recently. In this episode, they talk about hair appointments, playing God, and trusting the Lord with their feelings: big and small.
It’s easier than ever to be influenced by pop culture, celebrities, social media, etc. What you consume shapes and forms you. So, it begs the question, what are you being influenced by? In this episode, Jamie and Heather discuss a wide range of topics including the impossible pressures of social media, finding contentment, how a real relationship with Jesus completely changed the way they view success, and, naturally, Taylor Swift. Show notes: In this episode, they mention the books, Proverbs: Wisdom that Works by Ray Ortland Domestic Monestary by Ronald Rolheiser
Is telling a lie ever okay? Are you hurting your relationships with the words you speak or don’t speak? To kick off their summer break, Heather and Jamie recently went to see a movie together that left them asking themselves these very questions. In this episode, they explore the nuance of communication, navigating people’s feelings, and telling the truth even when it’s hard. Show Notes: In this episode, they talk about the movie You Hurt My Feelings (Disclaimer: This movie is rated R for language)
We all need community to truly grow from dysfunction and unhealthy patterns. Healthy correction can’t happen without authentic community, because true friends will point out the dysfunction we’ve become blind to. In the last episode of season six, Heather and Jamie talk about growth in community, giving and receiving correction, and finding joy in unexpected places. Shownotes: In this episode, the book Out of the Cave by Chris Hodges is mentioned Check Out the Blog: https://churchonthemove.com/community-the-key-to-growth/ Learn More About Our Church: https://churchonthemove.com/
Do you ever feel like you ride the emotional highs of life only to come crashing down to the emotional lows of the mundane and trivial? We have good news: you don’t have to live a life of super highs followed by unhealthy lows. Jamie came to the realization that she might actually be addicted to the stress hormones released in times of stress and busyness, but she’s ready to focus on finding balance. In this episode, Jamie and Heather talk about saying no and setting boundaries, being aware of unhealthy thoughts and patterns, and learning to walk in a steady season of joy. Shownotes: In this episode, they mention the books Out of the Cave by Chris Hodges and Living From the Heart Jesus Gave You. Jamie is wearing a t-shirt supporting Chris Munch Comedy. You can find him on Tiktok or Instagram at @chrismunchcomedy Read the Blog: https://churchonthemove.com/learning-to-find-balance/ Learn More About Our Church: https://churchonthemove.com/
Do you find yourself often regretting your reactions to conflict, inconveniences, or problems in your life (big or small)? • "I should be more mature by now!" • "Why do I let these things get to me?" • "Wow, I really overreacted..." Although it doesn't always feel like it, you can change the way you respond to life's ups and downs. In this week's episode, Heather learns a helpful analogy for understanding the emotional parts of the brain (the tiger) and the thinking parts of the brain (the owl), and how they interact with each other. Jamie and Heather talk about enabling others and themselves, dealing with big emotions, and finding joy in the midst of it all. Learn More About Our Church at https://churchonthemove.com/
“I want you to be successful, so I’m going to do this for you.” How many times have you found yourself doing for others what they can and should do for themselves? Often, we do this so that we don’t have to take on the emotional weight of someone else's failure, but then we inevitably end up carrying burdens that aren’t ours to carry. Instead, they’re ours to manage, navigate, and equip others to carry for themselves. In this episode, Jamie and Heather admit their over-functioning tendencies and identify where they want to grow in raising kids who love Jesus and have the skills and maturity to take care of themselves. Parenting, and life in general, is undoubtedly hard, so it’s all about choosing your hard wisely. We promise, there will be joy on the other side. Read the Blog: https://churchonthemove.com/overfunctioning-doing-for-others-what-they-can-do-for-themselves/ Learn More About Our Church at https://churchonthemove.com/
Let's be honest, life can be messy! There's constantly a tension of feeling joy and carrying heaviness at the same time. In this episode, Jamie and Heather talk about how they naturally respond to hard things — spoiler alert: they're very different — and how they rebound back to joy. Looking back on their lives, they see how their responses have changed over the years and how they want to continue growing in the years to come. Can we challenge you this week? Find a way to laugh every day. It may seem silly, but it’s a powerful way to find sparks of joy in the midst of the hard and the mundane. Read the Blog: https://churchonthemove.com/findingjoywhenthestruggleisreal Shownotes: Want to dive deeper into how your brain processes joy? Check out the book Jamie references in this episode: Living From the Heart Jesus Gave You: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Heart-Jesus-Gave-You/dp/193562914X
Jamie and Heather are back! It’s been awhile since they’ve recorded an episode, so to warm up their podcast-hosting skills, they play the game We’re Not Really Strangers. They ask each other questions like, What was your first impression of me?, What would your younger self not believe about your life today?, and What title would you give this season of your life? They talk about sending kids to college, caring for aging parents, and making the most of getting older. Life hits everyone. But there are ways to walk though difficult seasons with joy. So in season six of Life in Motion, let’s talk about how to find joy in the season you’re in right now. We can do this! Shownotes: The game Heather & Jamie play is "We're Not Really Strangers: Friendship Edition" https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com/collections/shop-all/products/friendship-edition
In this bonus episode, Jamie and Heather invite a special guest, their producer Chris Munch, to talk about highlights from season four and their journey of faithfully following Jesus. At the start of the season, they wanted to focus on bringing their internal work to their external lives. So, did they succeed? Buckle up for some spiritual insight, some laughs, and an inside look at Life in Motion. Shownotes: You can find Chris Munch on Instagram and Tik Tok at @chrismunchcomedy
This episode, Jamie and Heather do something a little bit different. They talk about the movie Turning Red and share some insights from the film. The movie explores themes of growing up, the complicated relationship between teens and their parents, and the danger of stuffing emotions. Raising kids is scary. We can’t make our kids love and follow Jesus, but we can bring to light what scripture says. Remember what you were like as a young teen? Do our kids feel safe to truly share themselves with us? Let’s talk about all of this and more! *SPOILER ALERT: This episode contains spoilers for the movie Turning Red.
Faithfully following Jesus involves having clear and honest communication with the people in our lives. Trying to go it alone puts us into an exhausting cycle: we don’t ask for help, we become resentful, and we make things harder on ourselves. Jamie and Heather have had to learn the consequences of trying to do things in their own strength the hard way, and they are ready to break this cycle and move forward in their relationships in a way that not only honors the people they love, but honors God. Shownotes: Read our blog: https://churchonthemove.com/why-asking-for-help-honors-god In this episode, A message called "Keep Your Eye on the Ball" is referenced. Listen to the message: https://youtu.be/hZEFOL5dij4 COTMU is designed to equip followers of Jesus to take their discipleship journey to the next level. Learn more: https://cotmu.churchonthemove.com/
We live in a culture that wears busyness like a badge of honor. How do you faithfully follow the Lord in a season where there doesn’t seem to be any margin for more of God? Both Heather and Jamie are in really busy seasons and have had to wrestle with the tension of rushing through moments versus being intentional and present in the daily rhythms of life. You want to show up for all the people in your life, but it feels like there’s just not enough time in the day or patience in your heart. So, what do you do? Let’s talk about it! Shownotes: Read our Blog: https://churchonthemove.com/too-busy-for-god In this episode, Heather and Jamie talk about Blake’s message from the Daughters Conference. You can listen to that message here: https://youtu.be/OPGid2xhsm8 COTMU is designed to equip followers of Jesus to take their discipleship journey to the next level. Learn more: https://cotmu.churchonthemove.com/
This season is all about examining and responding to the faithfulness of God. Jamie and Heather are focused on being responsive to God’s direction and being faithful in every area of their lives. In part one, Jamie shared how her honesty and vulnerability paved the way for greater authenticity and intimacy in her marriage. Jamie’s confession allowed Heather to reflect on how much her own marriage has benefitted from increased vulnerability. In part one of this episode, we asked the question, “How do we know God is faithful?” This week, we explore how we can respond to His faithfulness by submitting our whole selves to Him (flaws & all). Check it out! Shownotes: In this episode, Heather and Jamie talk about Blake's message from the Daughters Conference. You can listen to that message here: https://youtu.be/OPGid2xhsm8 COTMU is designed to equip followers of Jesus to take their discipleship journey to the next level. Learn more: https://cotmu.churchonthemove.com/ Looking for community? Check out our Daughters Ministry! https://churchonthemove.com/daughters