Curious Living

Albert Einstein is quoted saying, “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality. It is enough if one tries merely to comprehend a little of this mystery every day. Never lose a holy curiosity.” In this podcast we will explore our curious questions as we unpack these curiosities through the lens of Scripture and our Christian faith. Through thoughtful and engaging interviews with neighbors, pastors, and experts, we will walk through some common, and even challenging, questions while valuing individual perspectives along the way. Perhaps these curious conversations will spark the same holy curiosity in you.

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73: How can I get my spouse to change for the better? 06/01/2025

72: How can we learn to communicate better across our differences? 05/01/2025

71: Where can we find God in Classic Rock? 04/01/2025

70: What are the blessings and challenges that come with adopting a child? 03/01/2025

69: Can helping those in need actually hurt them? 02/01/2025

68: Does Questioning Christianity Mean I'm Not A True Christian? 01/01/2025

67: Why Does It Seem Like Christianity Is Absent From Hollywood? 12/01/2024

66: How can we love those who believe so differently than we do? 11/01/2024

65: How can I stay faithful when I'm angry with my church and the people in it? 10/01/2024

64: Can An Addict Really Change? 09/01/2024

63: Is It Possible to Balance Parenting With Full-Time Work? 08/01/2024

62: Is Discomfort a Path to Transformation? 07/01/2024

61: How Can Christian Singles Navigate Healthy Dating in Today's World? 06/01/2024

60: What Kind of Relationship Does God Want With Us? 05/01/2024

59: Where is God When My Life Is Always A Struggle? 04/01/2024

59: Where is God When My Life Is Always A Struggle? Finding or recognizing God's presence in the midst of life's struggles can be challenging. We want and need God's support, strength, and compassion but we end up feeling disconnected from God and, maybe even, disappointed at the lack of presence we feel. If you have found yourself in that place listen to this episode. Our guest will unpack his journey with many challenges (happening at once!) and how he found God in the midst. Guest Info A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Clay Boatright has lived in Texas since 1994, where he and his wife Carole raised three daughters, including identical twins with severe intellectual disabilities and autism. With undergrad and graduate degrees from the University of Memphis, Clay managed two full-time careers for almost twenty years, one in the consumer-packaged goods industry to pay the bills and another as a volunteer advocate for people with disabilities. Over the years, Clay developed a deep understanding of the disability industrial complex and served on a host of health and education advisory committees, including Board President for both The Arc of Dallas and The Arc of Texas. In 2011, President Barack Obama appointed Clay to the President’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities in Washington, DC, and in 2013, he was appointed Founding Chairman for Texas Health & Human Services’ IDD System Redesign Advisory Committee, which he held for six years. Published multiple times in various media, Clay is often contacted by legislators, the media, nonprofit organizations, and parents of children with disabilities to help understand the challenges that families like his live through every day. Following Carole’s death in 2020 from ovarian cancer, Clay maintains a close relationship with his daughters and embraces the future with enthusiasm and a desire to help everyone know that God has a plan for their lives. His personal motto is “Life is too important to be taken seriously!” To learn more, check out or . /episode/index/show/curiousliving/id/30597188

58: Can Clay Speak God's Language? 03/01/2024

57: Can Love Really Change the World? 02/01/2024

56: How will AI shape our future and the future of the church? 01/01/2024

56: How will AI shape our future and the future of the church? Artificial Intelligence has developed at accelerated levels over the past few years. Since the introduction of Chat GBT, it has now become an everyday tool for all of us. We are either excited about the possibilities or frightened of them (or somewhere in between). Our guest on this episode is a best-selling author who has written about AI in his novels. Through his extensive research (and his military background) he has so much to share about our curious question. Guest Info International bestselling author Jeffrey Wilson has at one time worked as an actor, a firefighter, a paramedic, a jet pilot, a diving instructor, a Naval Officer, and a Vascular and Trauma Surgeon. He is a U.S. Navy veteran who served more than fourteen years, with multiple deployments as a combat surgeon with Naval Special Warfare (SEALs) and a Joint Special Operations Task Force. He has served in Iraq, Afghanistan, and many other places. With fellow veteran Brian Andrews, they write, as Andrews and Wilson, multiple #1 bestselling thriller series including the TIER ONE series, the SONS OF VALOR series, the faith-based thriller series THE SHEPHERDS which has been optioned by Sony Affirm for Television, WEB Griffin’s Presidential Agent Series, and now Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan Sr. Series for Penguin beginning with ACT OF DEFIANCE coming May 2024 on the 40th anniversary of THE HUNT FOR THE RED OCTOBER. Other works include the speculative thrillers THE SANDBOX and the upcoming FOUR MINUTES. Andrews and Wilson have now taken their storytelling to Hollywood, with more than a dozen of their stories optioned and in development for both television and Feature Film with major studios including Sony, MakeReady/Endeavor, Ron Howard’s Imagine Entertainment, Skydance, PictureStart, Walden, and the Cross Brothers who are adapting their wildly popular TIER ONE Series of books as a streaming television series. All of their media projects have Andrews and Wilson attached as producers and they are screenwriters for several as well. Jeff and his wife, Wendy are Virginia natives who, with their four children Ashley, Emma, Jack, and Connor, now call Tampa, Florida home. He is a passionate supporter of his fellow veterans and in particular the SEAL Legacy Foundation, Folds of Honor, and All Secure Foundation. He leads a Men’s Military ministry for a large church in Tampa, Florida. /episode/index/show/curiousliving/id/28808883

55: What is the Christian Message in Dickens' "A Christmas Carol"? 12/01/2023

54: How Can We Possibly Raise Christian Kids in Today's World? 11/01/2023

53: How Can God’s Grace Bridge the Divide in the World? 10/01/2023

52: How Can We Focus Our Attention On What Really Matters? 09/01/2023

51: Is there hope after tragedy? 08/01/2023

50: How can we do better at helping younger generations be their absolute best? 07/01/2023

50: How can we do better at helping younger generations be their absolute best? If you are listening to this episode and were born before the turn of the 21st century, then you may be looking at today's youth and wondering the same thing. How in the world can we help this younger generation be their absolute best when they are being raised in unprecedented times (COVID, technology, etc.) Our guest on this episode is not just talking about helping youth, he IS helping youth today and has a great deal of wisdom to share with all of us. Guest Info Motivational consultant, international speaker, and author Ahmard Vital has empowered people globally with his inspirational guidance and tips for self-development. Ahmard provides his audiences with the tools needed to achieve personal success, utilize willpower and determination, and develop strategies that will allow people of all ages to achieve personal and professional excellence. After nearly a decade of studying the performance habits of high-achieving athletes, Ahmard has developed programs of inspiration and motivation that are beneficial to individuals, professionals, companies, and organizations worldwide. In 2011, Ahmard published Awaken the Baller Within, which was quickly labeled as the “athlete’s life manual” by some pundits in sports media. This book was taught in more than a dozen colleges and close to fifty athletic departments and sports camps. As a mental performance coach, Ahmard helped secure more than $6 million dollars in scholarship monies and worked with athletes at the Division I level and the National Football League. Not long after a successful career as a college football recruiting analyst with Scout.com, a Fox Sports affiliate, Ahmard founded That Guy Media Group and expanded his platform to small business and nonprofit organizations where he focused on dream building, goal setting, and a relentless pursuit of the aforementioned. By teaching his audiences to recognize their strengths, and capitalize on the power that everyone harnesses within, individuals can realize previously unimagined levels of personal happiness and success. Ahmard is becoming one of the most sought-after motivational speakers in the world, working in countries like Zambia and Abu Dhabi (UAE). In the United States, he’s inspired professionals at companies like the Boys and Girls Club, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the Salvation Army. His college clients include Prairie View A&M, Houston Community College and West Texas A&M. He published his second book, I Am More Than Enough, in April 2019 to address many of his clients’ confidence challenges in their personal and professional lives. When Ahmard is not traveling, speaking, or writing, he works as a humanitarian and teen ministry leader, volunteering his time to inspire youth to envision their futures beyond their challenges and circumstances. He is also an avid reader and fitness coach, teaching cycling classes in North Houston. /episode/index/show/curiousliving/id/27239055

49: Does my story matter? 06/01/2023

49: Does my story matter? We all endure challenges in our lives. Then, down the road, we face a situation where someone else is having a challenge as well. Do we share our story? Does it matter? Would it really help? Our stories have power and this is one of the many ways God uses the challenges in our lives to bring about good for us and for others. But, how do we share our story? Should we? And how do we know it will actually make a difference? Our guest on today's show has recently published a book that can answer these questions and she's gracious enough to share these thoughts on this episode. You will want to listen and take notes as Michelle shares her wisdom and parts of her own story! Guest Info Michelle Prince is a best-selling author, sought-after motivational speaker, self-publishing expert, leadership coach, and CEO/Founder of Performance Publishing Group, a “partner” publishing company dedicated to making a difference... one story at a time. She is an advanced certified Human Behavior Consultant and dedicates herself to helping leaders impact the world, using the strengths and talents already within them, to create an extraordinary life and exponentially grow their business. She’s helped thousands become published authors through her consulting, courses, seminars, and publishing services, and founded the “Book Bound Workshop.” She has also published many successful books, including her best-selling Winning In Life Now, The Power of Authority, and her most recent book, SHINE Through Your Story. Michelle is also an enthusiastic, dynamic speaker who captivates audiences with her authenticity, high energy, and natural ability to connect with any audience. She has been endorsed by some of the most influential speakers in personal development, including Zig Ziglar. She is a Ziglar Legacy Certified speaker/trainer and is honored to be named the Ziglar Brand Ambassador, representing the values and legacy of the late Zig Ziglar. Michelle helps people ignite their passion, identify their purpose, achieve balance, overcome procrastination, unlock potential, be more productive, succeed in personal & professional goals, and lead an abundant life. /episode/index/show/curiousliving/id/26987346

48: What do Christians mean by the "Holy Spirit?" 05/01/2023

47: How can my faith guide my thoughts? 04/01/2023

46: How can we heal from trauma? 03/01/2023

45: Why is it so hard to communicate with my spouse? 02/01/2023

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