Endure
Following Jesus is like running a race. But it's a marathon, not a sprint. While we prefer to live in the "right now," God is not after quick fixes. His ways and his timetable are better. He wants to make us like Christ, and that takes a lifetime. So how do we run the race with endurance? Endure is a podcast that is aimed at encouraging and equipping you to run your race of faith well over the long run. Join us to see how trusting in God and His grace - while pursuing Him one step at a time - will bring about your growth and His glory.
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Marriage and Ministry with Roland and Tammy Martinez
11/06/2020
Marriage and Ministry with Roland and Tammy Martinez
Being a good spouse and a good parent is hard. Being a good spouse and parent while also in ministry is stress to the max. Doing all of that during COVID and an election is almost unfathomable. This week we're talking about how to managed all of that with Roland and Tammy Martinez. They have dedicated themselves to teaching and discipling others. Initially serving in Christian education and pastoral ministry together in Miami and Ft. Myers, Florida. Eventually moving to Charlotte, Roland served as a full-time pastor where he and Tammy counseled couples and helped them to build God-honoring faith relationships. After pioneering the ministry of Christian Family Life in Caribbean and Latin American countries, Roland became the president of Christian Family Life in 2013. Roland and Tammy are frequently asked to teach church leadership the faith principles and share their application in seminars with couples. They have six children ranging in age from elementary school to college graduates and are active parents, residing in Charlotte, NC.
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Pastor's Corner: Josh King
10/13/2020
Pastor's Corner: Josh King
Josh has been the Lead Pastor of 2ND Conway since September 2018. He met his wife, Jacki, at Criswell College where they both earned degrees in Biblical Studies. He holds a B.A., Masters of Arts, and is currently pursuing a Doctoral Degree. He began full-time church ministry in the Fall of 2001 and has served primarily in and around Dallas TX. Josh and Jacki have three sons and live in West Conway. He loves kayaking, reading on a Kindle, coffee, and tacos. You can follow Josh on Twitter
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Forgiving Others
09/29/2020
Forgiving Others
It seems like the contentious nature of our day is stressing relationships to the point where friendships are being broken up and bridges are being burnt. This week, we look at the Christian response when people are hurt and sinned against. We're looking at forgiveness. This is a sermon that Daniel preached this past Sunday at Denver Baptist Church from Ephesians 4:32. Have a great week and be kind!
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The Pastor's Corner - David Tarkington
09/25/2020
The Pastor's Corner - David Tarkington
David serves as the Lead Pastor for First Baptist Church of Orange Park, Florida and is founder of the First Family Network of churches and campus locations. He is also the founder of Battle Ready Men, an organization that seeks make disciples of men and empower them to be the primary disciplemakers of their family. You can read David's writing You can follow David on Twitter
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Update: Homeschool, Book #2 & Moving
09/15/2020
Update: Homeschool, Book #2 & Moving
After a bit of a hiatus, we're back! This week we fill you guys in on all the things that have gone on in our family & ministry while also sharing what God has been teaching us. Heather mentions our "Thrill of Hope" episode this week and you can find that episode As always, thanks for listening and don't forget to be kind!
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The Pastor's Corner: Interview with Nick Terry
07/24/2020
The Pastor's Corner: Interview with Nick Terry
Nick Terry is the chaplain for NASCAR as a part of Motor Racing Outreach. He serves the teams, drivers and owners by helping to shepherd and lead the Christian community on the NASCAR circuit. You can follow Nick on Twitter: @nickterryMRO
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Turning The World Upside Down
07/21/2020
Turning The World Upside Down
This week we are trying something a little different here at The Middle. We wanted to share a sermon that Daniel preached at our home church. We feel that this sermon is incredibly timely for many of us as we wonder what God is doing in this season. We pray this is an encouragement for you to not stop and to trust God's plan as He seeks to turn the world upside down. Acts 17:1-15 Main Idea - God's gospel turns the world upside down 1) God's gospel doesn't make earthly sense. 2) God's kingdom upsets the order of the world 3) God's church grows by God's Word 4) God's people don't stop. Have a great week and don't forget to be kind
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How To Confidently Share Your Story
07/14/2020
How To Confidently Share Your Story
One of the most common questions that I get from people in the moments after I speak is how they can share their testimony. For me sharing my story takes a lot of forms: from the stage, small groups or one-on-one in everyday life. Regardless the circumstance, I think these three aspects are crucial for honoring God in your story. We take a quick look at what three aspects need to be woven in any testimony. What We Are Lovin' D - by Dayton Hartman and Walt Strickland H - by Liz Bohannon Let’s hang out online! Instagram - @danielpritchie @heathersletters Facebook - @danielpritchie Twitter - @danielritchie Website/Speaking/Blog - Thank you for listening! Feel feel to leave a review and don't forget to be kind!
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3 Ways To Cope In Stressful Seasons
07/07/2020
3 Ways To Cope In Stressful Seasons
Obviously, we cannot control a lot of things in our lives. 2020 has proven that like never before. But learning to cope when you feel out of control can help you manage your stress, your emotions and even alter your perspective as you live in a difficult season. This week we look at 3 ways to navigate stress regardless of what you find yourself in the middle of right now. What We're Loving H - by Andrew Peterson D - Let’s hang out online! Instagram - @danielpritchie @heathersletters Facebook - @danielpritchie Twitter - @danielritchie Website/Speaking/Blog - Thank you for listening! Feel feel to leave a review and don't forget to be kind!
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God DOES Give You More Than You Can Handle
06/30/2020
God DOES Give You More Than You Can Handle
There are phrases that are used in Christian culture that, though common, aren't necessarily true. Today, we look at the phrase, "God will never give you more than you can handle." As we talk not only do we see that is not Scripturally true but that God does want you to have trials that go far beyond what YOU can handle. Many of us may say we are in the middle of a season like this right now but we hope that you see today that God is working in you, through you and for you even in this tough season. Let’s hang out online! Instagram - @danielpritchie @heathersletters Facebook - @danielpritchie Twitter - @danielritchie Website/Speaking/Blog - Thank you for listening! Feel feel to leave a review and don't forget to be kind!
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What Is It Like to Be Different?
06/23/2020
What Is It Like to Be Different?
Daniel was born without arms and therefore lives a life very differently from the majority of the rest of the world. Aside from having to adapt to doing everything with his feet, today he shares what it’s like to live differently in society. Heather also gives her perspective on being married to a non-typical person and how that affects their marriage and parenting. Together, these experiences will help you get a glimpse into the life of people who do not fit into the American norm, how to be great friends to people like this in your own life and grow in empathy and compassion. What we are loving: Daniel - Campfires Heather - Essie nail polish and Sally Hansen Gel Topcoat Let’s hang out online! Instagram - @danielpritchie @heathersletters Facebook - @danielpritchie Twitter - @danielritchie Website/Speaking/Blog - Thank you for listening! We love a 5 star review and don’t forget to subscribe!
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Measures of Grace - 1 Year Podcast Anniversary
06/09/2020
Measures of Grace - 1 Year Podcast Anniversary
We are incredibly excited here at The Middle because this episode falls on the one year anniversary of starting this podcast!!! We certainly understand that this episode comes in the midst of collective brokenness and hurt that is gripping our nation. While addressing and lamenting the hurt of our day, we talk about the practice of choosing to focus on the grace of God seen in both the spectacular and the mundane. We call these gifts - measures of grace. To listen to Robert Lane's episode, To sign up for Daniel's ministry newsletter, What We Are Loving: Heather - Visiting with her parents Daniel - John Frame's book, Hang out with us online! Instagram @danielpritchie @heathersletters Facebook @danielpritchie Twitter @danielritchie Be kind!!
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The Pastor's Corner: Interview with Robert Lane
06/05/2020
The Pastor's Corner: Interview with Robert Lane
Robert Lane has been a friend for almost 20 years and is a brother in ministry that I deeply respect. He has been a missionary for 15 years in spots all across the planet. I pray this conversation will challenge you as you see what it means to support a missionary while still being on mission yourself.
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Hope In Romans 8
06/02/2020
Hope In Romans 8
The nation is reeling with riots and months of quarantine stress and we know the only place to turn is to God. Romans 8 is one of the most theologically dense pieces of scripture, yet so full of God’s character and promises and hope. Heather and Daniel walk through some of their favorite portions of this chapter today to remind yourself of the goodness of the Lord and strengthen your heart in these weary days. Romans 8 We Stand With You: Racial Reconciliation God’s Good Gift of Adoption SUBSCRIBE to The Middle and never forget an episode! Hang out with us online! Instagram @danielpritchie @heathersletters Facebook @danielpritchie Twitter @danielritchie Book Daniel to Speak:
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Parenting Through Suffering
05/26/2020
Parenting Through Suffering
Parenting is an incredible challenge that is filled with mountains and valleys. Parenting in quarantine has been a challenge all its own for many of us. Yet, this time brings an amazing opportunity for us to lead our kids through suffering as well as affording us the chance to model how to hold onto hope when circumstances are hard. We dive in to the importance of talking our kids through our suffering while offering some advice on how to model the hope of Jesus when it is needed the most. What We're Loving: H - D - Hiking SHARE which episodes you like on Social Media and see what we are up to behind the scenes! Instagram @heathersletters @danielpritchie Facebook @danielpritchie Twitter @danielritchie Stay Safe and Be Kind!!
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The Pastor's Corner: Interview with Joe Thorn
05/22/2020
The Pastor's Corner: Interview with Joe Thorn
Joe Thorn is the founding and Lead Pastor of in St. Charles, IL. and a graduate of . (BA) and (MDiv). He and his wife Jen have four children. You can follow Joe on Twitter - @JoeThorn. You can find the podcast Joe co-hosts along with Jimmy Fowler
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Christian Leaders Who Have Encouraged Us
05/19/2020
Christian Leaders Who Have Encouraged Us
Upon recently learning a longtime hero of our faith, Ravi Zacharias is in his final days, many are paying tribute to his life and what it meant to them. We felt the same and also wanted the chance to share many Christian leaders who have encouraged and shaped our faith with their lives and ministries. Each is unique. Hopefully at least one will be somebody whose ministry will also serve you well and push you closer to Christ! - Jesus Among Other Gods -
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We Stand with You: Racial Reconciliation
05/12/2020
We Stand with You: Racial Reconciliation
The shocking death of Ahmaud Arbery became public knowledge last week. We are lamenting with many of you over his death and the evil that pervades America for those of color. Today, we wanted to walk through the beginning layers of identifying white privilege, the active lingering fruit of white supremacy in our nation, and the steps we can take towards racial reconciliation. Our hope is this episode unites as the Gospel unites and we pray you listen with a humble, open heart. “Racial Reconciliation” sermon by Beau Hughes at The Village Church “Under Our Skin” by Benjamin Watson The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey: Interview with Latasha Morrison Let’s hang out online! Instagram - @danielpritchie @heathersletters Facebook - @danielpritchie Twitter - @danielritchie Website/Speaking/Blog - Thank you for listening! We love a 5 star review and don’t forget to subscribe!
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The Pastor's Corner: Interview with Dayton Hartman
05/08/2020
The Pastor's Corner: Interview with Dayton Hartman
Every time I talk with Dayton - whether it is about family, ministry, preaching or even sports - I come away encouraged and challenged. I know that's the way you'll feel once you listen to my conversation with him as we talk through the dangers of ministry, church planting and the tension of the church & race. Dayton Hartman is a husband, father, pastor, professor and regular contributor to , , , and . He has also contributed to , Christianity Today, , and other print as well as online publications. You can find Dayton's books we talked about
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When "Hope" Feels Cheap
05/05/2020
When "Hope" Feels Cheap
These days have brought us plenty of hurt, fear, isolation and despair. Finding the hope in these circumstances can be SO hard. What do I do? How can I comfort friends? The trite Christian phrase can be to just “hope in the gospel.” Which is true, but left by itself isn’t helpful at all. This week, we dive into the dynamic, robust hope of the gospel and lay out how we can share hope with ourselves and others. How can we clearly see hope? - Don't assume the gospel - Use God's promises to fight despair - Cry out with God's help - Leave a legacy of hope What We're Loving Heather - Daniel - Stainless Steel Ice Cubes SHARE which episodes you like on Social Media and see what we are up to behind the scenes! Instagram @heathersletters @danielpritchie Facebook @danielpritchie Twitter @danielritchie Stay safe and Be Kind!!
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Too Much Togetherness
04/28/2020
Too Much Togetherness
Quarantine may have you feeling like there is too much “togetherness” with those you love the most. We’re feeling that too but we are also trying to redeem all this time together as a married couple. Today we are sharing how we are trying to serve one another, love and grow together in a time that is extra stressful. We hope if you have been married for a year or 50 you will be encouraged to pursue your spouse in fresh ways. VIDEO SERMONS are now one of the most creative ways Daniel can serve your church or conference. Go to to start the conversation how he can best serve you and your people! RATE + REVIEW this show if you liked it today! This helps our show grow so much! LISTEN to the latest episode of The Pastor’s Corner now, Daniel’s interview with Daniel Darling. SHARE which episodes you like on Social Media and see what we are up to behind the scenes! Instagram @heathersletters @danielpritchie Facebook @danielpritchie Twitter @danielritchie What we are LOVING this week: Daniel - Heather -
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The Pastor's Corner: Interview with Daniel Darling
04/24/2020
The Pastor's Corner: Interview with Daniel Darling
Daniel Darling is the Senior Vice President for Communications for National Religious Broadcasters. Dan is a bestselling author of several books, including , , , , , , and the forthcoming, , releasing in September 2020. He is the general editor, along with Trillia Newbell, of a small group study on racial reconciliation, and is a contributor to and The Couples Devotional Bible. You can find Dan on Twitter
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Our 50 (2nd) Episode!!!
04/21/2020
Our 50 (2nd) Episode!!!
This week we’re having a party at The Middle!! This week is episode number 52. Obviously this is an odd number but with our special episodes and what we’re doing at The Pastor’s Corner, we weren’t sure whether to count them as an episode or not. Since we have gotten to a year’s worth of episodes, we felt we needed to celebrate with all of you. To do that, we wanted to share some of our favorite episodes which are broken down into three categories: our favorite episodes, episodes with the most audience feedback and our favorite interviews. If you haven’t heard any of the episodes we feature today, find some time to give them a listen. You can find a link to all of them below: Our favorites Audience Favorites Our Favorite Interviews SHARE which episodes you like on Social Media and see what we are up to behind the scenes! Instagram @heathersletters @danielpritchie Facebook @danielpritchie Twitter @danielritchie Stay safe and be kind!
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What Makes A Good Sermon?
04/14/2020
What Makes A Good Sermon?
How do I know if my preaching or teaching is boring or ineffectual? What do I do if my pastor is a terrible preacher? How do I discern what preaching is biblically faithful? These are a few of the questions we deep dive into in this show from two perspectives: a pastor and a congregation member. Let this encourage your growth as a pastor, your grace as a church member and aid in your discernment as you might search for a church. A few trusted faithful pastor’s (among many) you could listen to if you don’t know who to listen to: -Matt Carter and Halim Suh at -Herb Reavis or Josh Reavis at -Matt Chandler at -Dayton Hartman at -Louie Giglio or Ben Stuart at -JD Greear at RATE + REVIEW this show if you liked it today! 5 stars are the best. This helps our show grow so much! SHARE which episodes you like on Social Media and see what we are up to behind the scenes! Instagram @heathersletters @danielpritchie Facebook @danielpritchie Twitter @danielritchie What we are LOVING this week: Daniel - Good Reads app Heather -
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Pastors' Corner: Interview with Jared Wilson
04/10/2020
Pastors' Corner: Interview with Jared Wilson
This wide-ranging conversation with Jared covers gospel-partnership, discipleship while social distancing and gospel faithfulness - all while we have quite a few laughs. Jared C. Wilson is Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry at , Author in Residence at , General Editor of (and host of the ), and Director of at Liberty Baptist Church in Kansas City, MO. I pray you enjoy this conversation with Jared!
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A Simple Easter
04/07/2020
A Simple Easter
What are you doing to celebrate Easter this year? Today we are sharing the very simple things we decided to do to still make Easter feel special to us and our kids in quarantine this year. We hope this encourages you to think through what fits best for your family in this season and bend all our hearts in greater worship of Jesus. www.christcommunity.com What We’re Loving: Heather - TikTok Daniel - Helluva Good French Onion dip and Ruffles Potato Chips Keep up with us in real life: Instagram - @heathersletters @danielpritchie Facebook- @danielritchie Twitter - @danielritchie
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Where is God?
03/31/2020
Where is God?
This past Sunday we took some time to watch the livestream service from Passion City Church. Louie Giglio preach a sermon entitled, "Where Is God?" where he looked at the hearts of the disciples on the day wedged between Good Friday and Easter Sunday. On that Silent Saturday, the disciples certainly had questions, fears and doubts. Among those questions could have been, "Where is God in all of this?" Yet, He was present and at work - even in the stillness of that Saturday where the tomb was closed and the body of Jesus still laid lifeless. This week, while many of us wonder about the presence of God in this epidemic, we want to offer the encouragement God gave us this weekend - He's still there. He's still at work. He still loves us. You can watch Louie's sermon from Sunday What We're Lovin' this week: H - D - Please stay safe and be kind!
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The Pastor's Corner: Brian Dye
03/27/2020
The Pastor's Corner: Brian Dye
In this episode of The Pastor's Corner, we take time to sit and talk with Brian Dye. Brian is the head of Legacy Disciple which is a disciple-making conference for urban young adults. He also works with The Chicago Partnership which is an organization that works with church planting and leadership development in the Chicago area. This is a master class in discipleship and I pray that this gives you loads of ideas and encouragement as you seek to make disciples in your context. You can find Brian on social media: Instagram & Twitter - @VisionNehemiah
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Interview with Karen Swallow Prior
03/24/2020
Interview with Karen Swallow Prior
This week we had a chance to talk with author and professor Karen Swallow Prior. Karen is brilliant, witty and loves Jesus - and all of those things are plainly seen in this conversation. In the times of trial we find ourselves in these days, this is exactly the conversation we need. You can find Karen's Amazon author page . Karen's Social Media: Twitter: @KSPrior Instagram: @KarenSwallowPrior
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A Thrill of Hope
03/17/2020
A Thrill of Hope
Hope from the word of God is what our souls need the very most of all right now. Not more statistics or stockpiles of supplies. Daniel and Heather teach through the two passages of Scripture that God is using to specifically encourage their hearts amidst the immediate implications of quarantine for the Coronavirus. You will also receive a thrill of hope today as you listen that nothing but God can produce in the hearts of man during scary times. Check out with Mason King on The Pastor’s Corner. Genesis 22:1-19 Hebrews 11:17-19 Hebrews 4:14-16 episode from 2/18/20 What we are LOVING this week: Daniel - #texanshelpingtexans Heather - @sarahjanestudios sends out daily printable activities for your kids to work on while everyone is quarantined. RATE + REVIEW this show if you liked it today! This helps our show grow so much! SHARE which episodes you like on Social Media and see what we are up to behind the scenes! Instagram @heathersletters @danielpritchie Facebook @danielpritchie Twitter @danielritchie
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