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Doing Life Together

Doing Life Together

by Jason Shirley

Season 2

Episode 2-26

Discover the true purpose behind the day of Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit transforms believers into powerful witnesses for Christ. This message explores the biblical significance of speaking in tongues, spiritual gifts, and authentic moves of God in the modern church. Learn why the Holy Spirit was given to create witnesses, not just worshippers, and how believers can operate in genuine spiritual authority. Understand the science behind speaking in tongues and its biblical purposes for strengthening your prayer life and spiritual growth. Explore the difference between manufactured spiritual experiences and authentic moves of the Holy Spirit that draw people to genuine faith. Discover how to measure spiritual success through obedience rather than visible results or public recognition. This teaching addresses common questions about prophecy, words of knowledge, and operating in spiritual gifts with proper motives. Perfect for believers seeking deeper understanding of the Holy Spirit's work, those curious about speaking in tongues, and anyone wanting to grow in authentic spiritual maturity. Topics covered include the timing and unity required for God's power to move, the authority that comes with Spirit baptism, biblical purposes of spiritual gifts, avoiding forced spiritual manifestations, and finding contentment in God's approval alone. Whether you're new to understanding the Holy Spirit or seeking to deepen your relationship with Him, this message provides practical insights for authentic Christian living and effective witness in today's world.

Updates, World Records and Pentecost

Discover the true meaning of Pentecost and the church's mission to be witnesses in an expanding circle of influence. This powerful message explores how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to speak with divine authority rather than human opinion, creating safe refuges for broken people seeking God's love and grace. Learn about the four circles of witness Jesus outlined - from immediate family to the ends of the earth - and why the disciples needed supernatural power to fulfill this calling. Uncover the significance of Pentecost's timing during harvest season and the 50-day period representing freedom and transformation. Explore how the church should function as a refuge built on Christ as the foundation, grace as protective walls, and love as covering. This isn't about exclusion but creating safety for people to encounter God's healing power. The message reveals a crucial truth: you are the church wherever you go. As temples of the Holy Spirit, believers carry this refuge into every sphere of life - politics, education, workplace, and community. Drawing from the book of Joshua, discover the pattern of spiritual conquest where walls fall through praise, ruins are restored, covenant relationships develop, and provision flows naturally. Key topics covered include Holy Spirit baptism, spiritual gifts, evangelism strategies, church growth, Christian witness, biblical community, spiritual warfare, divine authority, gospel sharing, and practical Christianity. Perfect for believers seeking to understand their calling as witnesses and churches wanting to fulfill their mission as refuges for the broken. Whether you're exploring Pentecostal theology, seeking spiritual empowerment, or learning effective evangelism methods, this message provides biblical foundation and practical application for living as empowered witnesses in today's world.

Topo Chico Shortage and Nutrition

Mental Health and Nutrition: How Food Affects Your Mood and Brain Function. Discover the powerful connection between what you eat and how you feel mentally and emotionally. Learn about the gut-brain axis and how your digestive system directly communicates with your brain through trillions of beneficial bacteria. This comprehensive guide covers the six pillars of mental wellness including whole food nutrition, exercise for mental health, sleep optimization, stress management techniques, building healthy relationships, and avoiding harmful substances. Find out which foods boost mood naturally including vegetables for brain health, fruits that fight depression, and legumes that support longevity and mental clarity. Understand why ultra-processed foods create anxiety and depression while whole foods promote emotional stability and cognitive function. Get practical tips for meal prep, healthy eating on a budget, and simple lifestyle changes that dramatically improve mental health. Learn about intermittent fasting benefits for brain health, the truth about metabolism and aging, and how to overcome emotional eating patterns. Discover why taking care of your physical health isn't selfish but essential for serving others and fulfilling your purpose. This evidence-based approach combines nutritional science with biblical principles for total wellness. Perfect for anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, brain fog, or low energy who wants natural solutions through lifestyle medicine. Includes actionable steps for busy people, family-friendly healthy eating strategies, and sustainable habit formation techniques. Whether you're dealing with chronic stress, poor sleep, or emotional challenges, learn how simple dietary changes can transform your mental health and overall quality of life. Links: FirmFoundationFarms.com Rise App Apple Health App My Fitness Pal App I Am human Podcast apple.co/3VPdq5D Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@thedoctoryami

Mayo Music and Relational Evangelism

Learn how to share your faith naturally and effectively without intimidation or pressure tactics. This comprehensive guide to evangelism breaks down the simple path to salvation found in Romans 10:9-13 and shows how every Christian can become an effective witness for Christ. Discover why evangelism is about sharing love and hope rather than converting people through religious pressure. Key topics covered include understanding what it truly means to be saved, the biblical foundation for confession and belief, and why the love of Christ should compel us to share our faith. Learn practical steps for getting started in evangelism, including how to pray for Holy Spirit power, build confidence in God's provision, and position yourself for divine opportunities. This message emphasizes that evangelism is a lifestyle, not just an event, and that every believer has a unique calling to reach people others cannot. Whether you're new to faith sharing or looking to refresh your approach, you'll discover how to represent God's goodness authentically while building meaningful relationships. Perfect for Christians who want to overcome fear of evangelism, learn biblical methods of sharing faith, understand their personal calling as witnesses, and develop practical skills for everyday evangelism. The content addresses common concerns about faith sharing while providing scriptural foundation and actionable steps for effective witness. Topics include salvation explanation, biblical evangelism methods, overcoming fear in witnessing, Holy Spirit empowerment, building authentic relationships, representing Christ's love, practical evangelism tips, and developing a lifestyle of witness. Great for small groups, personal study, or anyone seeking to grow in their ability to share the gospel naturally and lovingly.

Cats vs Bears and Launching Into The Deep

In this episode of Doing Life Together, we kick things off with some lighthearted chaos with a fearless cat that turned into a backyard bouncer and stared down a real bear. 🐱🐻 Then we dive deep — literally. What started as a conversation about a bold cat protecting its porch turns into a powerful, Spirit-led discussion on going deeper in faith. We explore: - Why Sunday mornings alone aren’t enough to “go deep” in God - The difference between being spiritually full vs. spiritually fat - Launching out into the deep like the disciples (Luke 5) - Receiving the Word with humility instead of cheap, angry, or lazy versions - Why human anger doesn’t produce God’s righteousness (James 1) - The danger of acting like the “accuser of the brethren” instead of sharing the good news - True evangelism: speaking life, not condemnation, and trusting God’s way over ours This episode took an unexpected but powerful turn as we talked about trust, obedience, relationship over judgment, and how the blood of the Lamb, the word of our testimony, and total surrender overcome the enemy. Funny, real, and unexpectedly profound — join us for family laughs, everyday life, and a fresh call to launch out into the deep with Jesus. Perfect for anyone who wants to grow spiritually without the religious performance. Facebook: - Doing Life Together Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/doinglifetogetherpodcast/ Jason: https://www.facebook.com/jgshirley Tiffany: https://www.facebook.com/tshirley3 Instagram: Doing Life Together Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/doinglifetogetherpodcast/ Jason: https://www.instagram.com/jgshirley Tiffany: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyshirley TikTok: Doing Life Together Podcast: https://tiktok.com/@doinglifetogetherpodcast Jason: https://tiktok.com/@jasongshirley Tiffany: https://tiktok.com/@tiffanyshirley YouTube: Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@doinglifetogetherpodcast Church: Check out our church: https://www.wolcarlsbad.com

Airport Animals, TikTok Plants and a Deep Dive into Holy Week

We're back! After a choppy start to the year, Pastors Jason and Tiffany Shirley are firing up Doing Life Together with fresh momentum—no long summer breaks, just real talk, laughs, and going deeper into life and faith. In this episode, the crew catches up on spring training baseball (even the boring ones), opening day excitement for the Cardinals, and the hilarious chaos of airport drama—including a cheeky brushtail possum that snuck into a Hobart Airport gift shop in Tasmania and perfectly blended in with the stuffed kangaroos and dingoes. (Yes, we discuss the "dingo ate your baby" tangent too.) ' They open up about getting back on track with the Total Health Challenge (with a big refresh coming for summer momentum), battling headspace struggles, the power of counseling, workouts, and staying consistent so nothing holds you back from what God has for you and your family. Plus, plenty of animal stories, pigeon wars on the patio, invasive garden experiments, and that classic fist-bump struggle. Then Jason takes us into Resurrection Week with raw passion and tears—unpacking the seven statements Jesus made from the cross, the powerful symbolism of redemption (from the curses in the Garden of Eden to the crown of thorns, Gethsemane sweat, Barabbas, the thief on the cross, and "Tetelestai—it is finished"), and why the resurrection means second chances, victory, and living water for all of us. This one's transparent, funny, hopeful, and deeply encouraging. Whether you're tuning in for the laughs, the animal chaos, or the life-changing truth of Easter, we're doing life together—one honest conversation at a time. New episodes drop weekly. Comment your favorite part below (fist bumps encouraged 👊), share if the possum story made you smile, and let us know: more animal stories or keep the balance? Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. We love you, Jazzy included.

Quicksand, Rogue Animals and Healing

Discover the biblical truth about physical healing and why Jesus already provided everything you need for health and wholeness. This comprehensive teaching explores the spiritual foundations of healing, revealing why sickness isn't God's punishment and how believers can walk in divine health through their union with Christ. Learn about the different methods Jesus used for healing miracles, including speaking the word, laying on of hands, faith-based healing, and healing through obedience. Understand the spiritual roots behind physical conditions and why Jesus often addressed spiritual issues before physical symptoms. Explore practical steps for walking in healing, including changing your language, presenting yourself daily to God, and thanking God for your body's design. This message addresses common misconceptions about healing ministry, prayer lists, and the role of special anointing versus the power available to every believer. Discover why the life of God within you is more contagious than any sickness around you and how to contend for healing rather than beg for it. Perfect for Christians seeking deeper understanding of divine healing, supernatural health, faith and healing, biblical healing principles, and walking in God's promises for physical wholeness. Whether you're dealing with chronic illness, seeking healing for others, or wanting to grow in your understanding of God's provision for health, this teaching provides biblical foundation and practical application for experiencing the healing power of Jesus Christ. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doinglifetogetherpodcast/ Jason: https://www.facebook.com/jgshirley Tiffany: https://www.facebook.com/tshirley3 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doinglifetogetherpodcast/ Jason: https://www.instagram.com/jgshirley Tiffany: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyshirley Follow us on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@doinglifetogetherpodcast Jason: https://tiktok.com/@jasongshirley Tiffany: https://tiktok.com/@tiffanyshirley Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@doinglifetogetherpodcast Check out our church: https://www.wolcarlsbad.com

Olympics, Health and Studying the Bible

Doing Life Together Podcast Season 2 Episode 17

Bear Update, Kangaroos and Faith

In this delightfully meandering (and longer-than-planned) episode, the hosts kick off with their unofficial 2026 theme: wild animal invasion stories. First up — the dramatic conclusion to the 550-pound bear saga that lived rent-free under Ken’s house in Altadena, California for nearly 40 days. After failed attempts with dog barks, cherry-caramel scents (which only attracted the wrong bear), traps, and air horns, the elite Bear League steps in with a bizarre but brilliant 10-minute eviction: vegetable-oil paintballs and an electrified mat. Victory for Team Ken… until the bear (or a very similar large bear) immediately moves into nearby crawl spaces. Bear epidemic confirmed. Then things get even weirder: a mother kangaroo escapes in Virginia (yes, Virginia), gets spooked by hunting dogs, ditches her joey on the highway, stops traffic, and requires a tranquilizer dart rescue. Cue the public service announcement: kangaroos are not easy pets — and definitely not HOA-approved. Between bear strike teams, poverty pizzas, cheat-day cookies, furniture store misunderstandings, and a very chaotic hotel stay in Santa Fe, the conversation finally lands on the heart of the episode: what faith actually is — and what it isn’t. Drawing from Mark 11, Hebrews 11, Acts 2, and the finished work of Jesus, they unpack why “faith in your faith” creates pressure and condemnation, and how resting in the faith of God — anchored in Christ’s completed work — brings freedom, healing, provision, and peace. No performance required. Just faith that Jesus was enough. Expect laughs, real-life transparency about the Total Health Challenge struggles, a cookie taste-test interruption, and a heartfelt invitation to the upcoming Thrive Health Conference (September 11–13, 2025). If you love real conversations that bounce from bear eviction tactics to deep spiritual truth (sometimes in the same breath), this is the episode for you. Grab a Topo Chico, settle in… and welcome to another classic Doing Life Together adventure. See you in the comments — and let us know: Team Ken or Team Bear? 🐻

Elephant Seals, Speeding Birds and Identity

Doing Life Together Podcast | Wild Seals, Speeding Ducks & Your True Identity in Christ Join us for laughs and real talk in this episode of Doing Life Together! We start with wild animal stories that had us dying: - A New Zealand fur seal sneaks into a home, lounges on the couch, and traumatizes the family cat 😹 - We geek out over massive elephant seals (males up to 5,000 lbs—imagine that fitting through a door! 🦭🐘) - A duck gets busted TWICE on a speed camera—32 mph in a 20 mph zone, same duck from 2018! 🦆🚔 (Darkwing Duck energy, anyone?) Other highlights: - Our first monetization payout: a whopping 35 cents 😂 (New Zealand trip incoming… maybe in 50 years) - The cringy TikTok trend of calling each other “mommy/daddy” in front of the kids—and their hilarious reactions - Sports rants: Broncos hype, MLB stadium bucket list (16/30 done!), college football vibes - What we’re reading: The Creative Way (for creatives & mental struggles), Keep Your Love On by Danny Silk (intentional marriage), upcoming Tim Keller marriage book The heart: Identity in Christ. In a world full of labels, self-made myths, and identity confusion, we unpack why true identity comes from finding Jesus—not ourselves. Key scriptures: - 2 Corinthians 5:17 – New creation; old things passed away - Romans 6 – Baptized into His death, alive to God; we reckon ourselves dead to sin - Matthew 16:24 – Deny self, take up your cross (surrender the immovable), follow Him We discuss how the enemy attacks identity to steal authority, why we no longer regard anyone (including ourselves) according to the flesh, and how knowing who you are “in Him” means walking in confidence—no begging required. Plus: We’re God-made, not self-made. Our new “For the God Made” apparel drops that truth! Updates on the Total Health Challenge and huge excitement for the Thrive Health Conference (Sept 11–13, 2026 at Word of Life)—practical, biblical solutions for total health: body, mind, marriage, spirit. Promo clip included! Timestamps: 0:00 – Animal stories kickoff 3:00 – Seal home invasion & cat therapy needed 8:00 – Elephant seal facts & size shock 12:00 – Speeding duck repeat offender 18:00 – 35-cent payout & retirement dreams 😂 25:00 – Cringy family trend fails 32:00 – Books & creative/marriage insights 45:00 – Core message: Identity in Christ deep dive 1:05:00 – Romans 6 breakdown & new creation living 1:20:00 – Thrive Health Conference promo & wrap-up If this encouraged you, LIKE, subscribe, and comment: What label are you leaving behind to embrace who you are in Christ? 🔗 Thrive Health Conference → thrivehealthconference.com (registration soon!) 🔗 “For the God Made” apparel → wolcarlsbad.com Thanks for doing life with us—we love you! Have a blessed week. ✝️ #DoingLifeTogether #IdentityInChrist #FunnyAnimals #TotalHealthChallenge #ThriveHealthConference #NewCreation #Podcast

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