Becoming Something with Jonathan Pokluda

<p>Preach McSneaks is the man behind the instagram account "Preachers N Sneakers". He talks about materialism, criticism, and cynicism. Check out our conversation!</p>

<p>Shane & Shane need no introduction. They have been writing and leading songs for The Church for nearly 20 years. Jefferson Bethke is the author of "To Hell With The Hustle" and co-host of "The Real Life Podcast". Check out how these leaders are handling today's situation!</p>

<p>Ben Stuart is the pastor of Passion City Church, Washington D.C. Timothy Ateek is the Executive Director of Breakaway Ministries at Texas A&M. Breakaway is one of the largest weekly gatherings of college students in the country. Check out how they are thinking through life in quarantine!</p>

<p>David Marvin is the leader of The Porch, the young adults ministry out of Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas. The Porch is a weekly gathering of thousands of young adults all across the country. Check out David's thoughts on anxiety in quarantine!</p>

<p>Todd Wagner is the Senior Pastor of Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas and author of "Come and See". Check out what he had to say!</p>

<p>Annie F. Downs is the host of the "That Sounds Fun" podcast and author of multiple books. We call her as she's in the middle of her own quarantine!</p>

<p>In this week's episode we're talking all about how to reach the next generation. As people in their 20-30's are leaving the church, we want to change that. JP just released a new book called "Welcoming the Future Church", and we discuss how to impact young adults with the gospel.</p>

<p>Do you feel stuck in singleness or your dating relationship? We're here to help you feel unstuck in whatever situation you're currently in. God has a purpose for every season of your life!</p>

<p>When you're looking for who to date, how important is physical attraction and chemistry? On this episode, we help you find the answers to that question!</p>

<p>When is the last time you thought about what you think about? Many times our thoughts can lead us to a place we don't want to be. This week we are talking about how to remove unhelpful thoughts and replace them with God honoring ones!</p>

<p>"Be strong and courageous" is a theme throughout the Bible, the only question is, how do we do that?? In this episode we talk about how to become more courageous so you can do whatever God has called you to accomplish.</p>

<p>We've all done things that we regret, but does shame have to follow us our whole lives? On this week's episode we talk about how to overcome shame and where we can find freedom from our past.</p>

<p>One of the most important questions for you to answer in your young adult years is "What's my purpose?" If you don't feel like you've got clarity, we're here to help! Check out what the Bible has to say about why you exist and why your life has purpose.</p>

<p>We're talking about money, money, money! How much should we save? How much should we spend? How much should we share? All of those questions are answered on this week's episode!</p>

<p>Most of us just have too many things on our schedules. We're busy and tired and we don't know what to do. Well, we're here to help! Check out this podcast for wisdom on how to simplify your life!</p>

<p>As you get older, you tend to grow less and less optimistic. In this episode, we talk about why that is, and whether or not cynicism is compatible with Christianity. If you feel surrounded by negativity, then check out this episode!</p>

<p>Are you a Christian? Your immediate reaction is probably yes. But some of us have learned the wrong definition of what it means to be a Christian. Check out this episode and we pray it helps you follow Jesus!</p>

<p>In this week's episode, we're talking all about New Year's Resolutions! We discuss what resolutions you should make, why our resolutions fail, and how to maintain discipline. We hope this podcast helps your 2020!</p>

<p>Christmastime is one of the hardest times of the year to be grateful! We're bombarded with so many things we think we need that we lose sight of everything we already have. In this episode we talk about how you can grow in your gratitude.</p>

<p>Many of us have heard the phrase "Choose Joy," but how is that even possible? In this week's episode, we talk about what joy is and where we can go to find it.</p>

<p>With the Christmas season fast approaching, many of us will be spending increasing amounts of time with family. We are here to help! In this episode, we talk about how to make family time more meaningful for you this season.</p>

<p>Many of us are running at a pace of life that simply isn't sustainable. We're always a little tired and always have a little too much on our to-do list. In this week's episode, we're here to help you get a hold of your life and slow things down.</p>

<p>In this week's episode we wanted you to learn the do's and don't's of dating and marriage from people who have been there and done that. JP and Monica spend time unpacking all that God has taught them throughout their years together. Don't miss their story!</p>

<p>In this bonus episode of Becoming Something, we're sharing a live Q&A done at our church. These questions were sent in by young adults who are trying to figure out how to date biblically. JP and Kathy share answers to questions that you're probably asking!</p>

<p>In this episode, we talk about the importance of reading the Bible on our faith. We'll equip you with what to read, when to read, and how to read it. Don't miss this episode!</p>

<p>In this week's episode, we talk about how to get out of a sin you've been struggling with for a long time. If you're tired of where you're at and want to take steps towards freedom, this podcast is for you!</p>

<p>In this week's episode, we address all the issues that come with comparison. We've all heard that comparison is the thief of joy, but how do we overcome it? Check out this episode for some Biblical wisdom on how to quit playing the comparison game!</p>

<p>In this week's episode, we talk about all things related to sex. Why do you have to wait until marriage? What does sex in marriage look like? What creates good sex? We even brought a special guest! Don't miss this episode!</p>

<p>In this week's episode we talk about how to biblically recover from heartbreak. We've all been <a href="http://there...and" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">there...and</a> we all want to help you through this season in your life! If you need some encouragement today, check out this episode!</p>

<p>We hear it over and over again in young adult <a href="http://ministry...girls" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ministry...girls</a> are frustrated with guys! Guys aren't asking girls out and in this podcast we try to figure out why that is. If you're a guy looking for advice or a girl looking to better understand, check out this episode!</p>

<p>On this week's episode of Becoming Something we admit that many people don't even know what they are looking for. Rather than dating aimlessly, let us help you date with a purpose! This episode will help you know if your bf/gf is the one, or if they've got some work to do! Don't date without listening to this podcast!</p>

<p>In this week's episode, we tackle the ever popular idea of self-care. We take some time debunking culture's idea of self-care, and replace it with things that will actually fill us up. You won't want to miss this episode!</p>

<p>Anxiety is at the highest levels they've ever been among young adults. On this week's episode we talk about why that is, and how to find a fix for it. If you're needing to find some peace of mind, check out this episode!</p>

<p>In this weeks episode we talk about how to start a spiritual conversation with people who don't know, or don't care about Jesus. Evangelism can feel awkward, but JP has some tips that will make it feel normal! If you know someone who doesn't know Jesus, you need to listen to this episode!</p>

<p>On this week's episode we talk about the necessity of mentoring. Do you need a one on one relationship with someone older in order to grow in your faith? We talk about the benefits of mentoring, but also some surprising downsides!</p>

<p>Discipline is something that everybody wants, but it feels like nobody actually has. In this episode we talk about the importance of discipline and how to grow in your love for it. If you're still trying to succeed in your New Year's resolution, this is for you!</p>

<p>School is back in session! With classes starting back up, that means parties will be as well. On this week's episode we talk about what the Bible has to say about partying, alcohol, and how to have fun. Take a listen!</p>

<p>This week we looked at some of the common mistakes that people make in dating. We address what not to look for, what not to do, and how not to pursue. We hope this episode keeps you from making these same mistakes!</p>

<p>Everybody wants <a href="http://it...not" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">it...not</a> everybody finds it. If you're looking for love, we hope this podcast will help you find it. Not some cheap knock-off. But the real thing. Check out this episode if you want to hear more!</p>

<p>In this week's episode we let y'all determine the topics! We answer a number of questions that you have asked us including: Can Christians have tattoos? Predestination or Free Will? Are Catholics Christians? Find the answers to those questions and more on this episode!</p>

<p>This week's episode is all about those four-letter words! JP talks about whether or not Christians can or can't cuss. Don't miss this episode all about ****!</p>

<p>On this week's episode we talk about 10 things that we wish we knew when we were 22. It's our hope that you learn from our mistakes so that you don't have to make the same ones!</p>

<p>On this week's episode we talk all about failure! Most of us are so afraid of failure, even though failure can be one of the greatest tools towards growth. JP talks about how to recover from failure and how it can become a part of your story!</p>

<p>What happens when you don't feel like following Jesus? When reading the Bible just feels like a chore? In this episode we give you some keys to help you break out of your dry season. If you are struggling with your faith right now, or you know someone who is, this episode is for you!</p>

<p>In this week's episode of Becoming Something we talk all about media consumption. From Netflix, to movies, to TV, to instagram, media is all around us. We try to help you set some guidelines of what you should and shouldn't watch. Forget about your Netflix binge and check out this episode!</p>

<p>On this episode we talk about church! As more and more people stop going to church, we try to answer why this might be. We believe that the church is essential for your growth as a Christian because you don't just go to church, you are The Church!</p>

<p>In this week's episode we talk about the importance of friendships and how you can deepen your relationships with those around you. We talk about how to have meaningful community no matter where you're at. If you're struggling to find community, take a listen to this episode!</p>

<p>In this week's podcast we take on a topic that is extremely timely in nature. Our culture is having serious debates about abortion and we think the Church needs to step up and lead in this dialogue. Check out this episode to see how Christians should respond to this issue! <br>CORRECTION: We sincerely apologize for an incorrect stat given in this episode on when the majority of abortions take place. The majority do not happen after 21 weeks.</p>

<p>In this week's episode of Becoming Something we're talking about people pleasing! When the opinion of other people is what we live for, we'll end up exhausted. We talk about the dangers of people pleasing, what it looks like, and how to free yourself from it. We pray it helps you!</p>

<p>The vast majority of people in life will go through a break-up and they aren't easy! There are tons of questions surrounding break-ups like: How do you break-up with your boyfriend or girlfriend? How do you recover from a break-up? How can you help a friend with their break-up? All of these questions and more are addressed in this week's episode!</p>