Single Today with Ryan Wekenman (for Singles & Marrieds)
Release Date: 05/07/2024
Gary Chapman: 5 Love Language That Build Relationships
The Christian Habits Podcast
Do you ever feel like you’re trying to love someone well—but it doesn’t seem to be working? Maybe you’re putting in effort, but the other person still feels distant, unappreciated, or unexcited about the relationship. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Gary Chapman about why that happens, how love languages go deeper than we often realize, and what actually helps people feel truly loved. Gary gives practical advice for improving all types of relationships.
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What If I Never Actually Change?
The Christian Habits Podcast
Have you ever felt like change just isn’t possible for you? In this episode, we talk about the lie “I’ll never change”—why it feels so true, where it comes from, and what the Bible says instead. We’ll explore how God brings transformation gradually, why slow progress still matters, and how to stay hopeful when growth feels frustrating. This episode is for anyone who’s tired of trying, discouraged by past failure, or quietly wondering if this is just how life will always be. You'll also have a change to renew your mind about this lie while you're listening to the podcast through...
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Lie: This Year Will Be Different... Right?
The Christian Habits Podcast
If you’ve ever started a new year full of hope only to feel discouraged weeks later, this episode is for you. We unpack the belief “this year will be different,” why it usually doesn’t work, and what actually helps change stick. You’ll hear practical ideas, spiritual perspective, and encouragement for taking a slower, wiser, and more grace-filled approach to your goals this year. Full show notes and links at barbraveling.com.
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Belief: It Shouldn't Be This Hard to Change
The Christian Habits Podcast
If you’ve ever thought “it shouldn’t be this hard to change,” this episode will encourage you. In today’s episode of the Christian Habits Podcast, we’ll look at where this lie comes from, why real change feels so difficult, and what the Bible says about transformation. I’ll also walk you through practical questions you can use to renew your mind and find hope in your struggle.
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Lie: I Want to Do This (So I Should)
The Christian Habits Podcast
Do you ever feel like your desires are calling the shots in your daily decisions? In this episode, we tackle the lie: “I want this… so I should have it.” We’ll look at why desire can’t be your decision-maker, how culture feeds this mindset, and what Scripture says about living by design instead of impulse. As you listen, you’ll have a chance to renew your mind and learn practical ways to say no to the habits that keep pulling you off track.
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How to Develop a Consistent Quiet Time - Interview with Coffee and Bible Time
The Christian Habits Podcast
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Encore: 10 Tips to Achieve Your Goals with Dr. Melanie Wilson
The Christian Habits Podcast
Do you ever set goals and fail to reach them? On today’s podcast, we’ll discuss ten tips to help you achieve your goals. I’ve asked my friend and fellow podcaster/author, Dr. Melanie Wilson, to help me with this episode as she is the master at completing goals! I also share about my new course on how to overcome procrastination. You can find out more about that here: . Tips to Help You Achieve Your Goals Develop a routine. Make it easy. Make a plan for dealing with obstacles. Find ways to make it fun Keep your why in front of you. Let go of perfectionism. Be a good coach to...
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10 Lies That Make Us Procrastinate
The Christian Habits Podcast
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How to Stop Procrastinating: Early Bird Enrollment Open
The Christian Habits Podcast
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Linda Dillow: Hope for My Hurting Heart
The Christian Habits Podcast
info_outlineMany singles today spend their lives regretting past mistakes, relationship failures, or worrying about what their future may (or may not) hold. However, God's plan for every single - actually, married people, too - is to live their lives for Him, right now, in the present! My guest today, Ryan Wekenman, has a beautiful yet very real perspective on his own singleness, as well as the needful spiritual formation of those he ministers to. This episode is for all Christians! We will be discussing Ryan's new book, Single Today: Conquer Yesterday's Regrets, Ditch Tomorrow's Worries, and Thrive Right Where You Are.
What We Discussed on the Podcast
- Two enemies of singleness
- The "Tomorrow Trap"
- How to show up with a win at events where you might struggle with your current station in life
- The power of "naming it"
- A grounding strategy when we find ourselves getting too self-focused
- How to be present in every day, where you are, right now
- Ways to be intentional about building your community
Online Philippians Bible Study
I'd also like to invite you to our online Philippians Bible study, which begins May 15. We'll be covering the following lessons in that Bible study.
Wednesday mornings classes: 9 am PST, 10 am MST, 11 am CST, 12 pm EST
- May 15 – Lesson 2: Loving When It’s Hard to Love
- May 29 – Lesson 6: People Pleasing, Self-Pleasing, and God-Pleasing
- June 12 – Lesson 15: Letting Go of Anxiety
- May 21 – Lesson 4: Letting Go of Idols
- June 4 – Lesson 11: Finding Your Identity in Christ
- June 18 – Lesson 16: Learning to Be Content
Click here for more info on the study and to sign up for it: Philippians Online Bible Study
Resources We Mentioned on the Podcast
- Single Today: Conquer Yesterday's Regrets, Ditch Tomorrow's Worries, and Thrive Right Where You Are
- Ryan's website
- Ryan's podcasts: Stories in Scripture, Afterthoughts, and Single Today
- Philippians Bible Study
- Philippians Online Bible Study Sign Up Page
Ryan Wekenman is a storyteller and pastor who is passionate about finding creative ways to help people explore life’s biggest questions. He has a master’s degree from Talbot School of Theology. He is the co-host of two podcasts, Stories in Scripture, a show that brings the Bible to life for people all around the world, and Afterthoughts, a weekly conversation about faith, culture, and the church. Ryan is the teaching pastor of Red Rocks Austin, a young, vibrant church he helped start with a few of his best friends. He lives in Austin, Texas. Connect with Ryan at his website, or on Instagram.
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