Meaning exists below the surface, and by utilizing well-crafted questions, Craig and Alex dive as deeply as possible, exploring the spiritual import that underpins our daily lives. In a world that seems chaotic and frantic, would exploring the calmness below the surface be a terrible idea? Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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140. Do We Want What We "Want"? | Surface Tension
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Craig poses the question: What if the reward or payoff of something is scary, or isn't something we actually want? Surface Tension is brought to you by https://www.goministryinternational.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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139. Spending Time with the Coach | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex, upon returning from a weekend men's retreat, discuss seeing God, themselves, and others through a new lens. The challenge for us is not only recognizing God's reality, but how to consistently walk in it. Finding our true purpose and living it out is contingent on having an accurate view of God, knowing how he sees us, and knowing ho…
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138. Hidden Idols of the Heart | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss the 20 "hidden idols of the heart" as outlined by Tim Keller. The 20 idols are as follows: “Life only has meaning/I only have worth if… 1. I have power and influence over others.” (Power Idolatry) 2. I am loved and respected by _____.” (Approval Idolatry) 3. I have this kind of pleasure experience, a particular quality of lif…
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137. Surface Tension Spotlight: Jenna Nelson
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Craig and Alex sit down with Jenna Nelson to hear about what it looks like to create emotional safety with God. In a world that doesn’t feel particularly easy to navigate as a young person, Jenna shares her God story, giving both hope and insight for followers of Jesus, young and old, alike. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/…
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136. Surface Tension Spotlight: Dan Roberts
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Craig and Alex sit down with Dan Roberts, a faith giant, to discuss his God story. Dan, a proud father of four and great nephew of Oral Roberts, has worked in both ministry and industry. In addition to owning technology, background screening, and insurance companies, he founded a staffing agency, Premier Staffing, which was later re-branded as “Hir…
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135. Where's the Fruit? | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss the directionality of spiritual fruit. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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134. A Restored Tow-truck? | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss Peter's denial and restoration. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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Craig and Alex discuss the question: "What if the next play Jesus called for us was a timeout?" --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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132. Cannon Fire | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss what it looks like when we aim our "cannons" at ourselves, at others, or even straight up in the air. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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131. Walking with the Baker | Surface Tension
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After a brief summer break, Craig and Alex reunite to discuss asking better questions and zooming out to find the "God Story" being authored that supersedes our personal realities. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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130. A Deep Dive with Jesus | Surface Tension
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Alex and guest-host Quin Weissenberger sit down to discuss what it looks like to go deeper in your relationship with Jesus, through the lens of scuba diving. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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129. Questions that Love Asks | Surface Tension
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Craig starts the episode with the profound question: "What are the questions that love asks?" --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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128. Revealing Beliefs | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss how our thoughts and behavior can help reveal our innermost beliefs, and what to do if those beliefs don't feel entirely aligned with our stated purpose. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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127. Breaking Patterns | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss spiritual/mental/emotional patterns about how to identify and break them. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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Craig and Alex discuss what happens when we turn our attention to eternity. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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125. Scary Close | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss what it means to be "scarily close" to God. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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124. Healing the Unhealable | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex take a deep dive into Mark 9 to discuss healing a variety of ailments, be they physical, spiritual, emotional, mental, or relational. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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123. Surface Tension Spotlight: Quin Weissenberger
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Craig and Alex sit down with Quin Weisenberger, an up-and-coming spiritual leader, to hear his God story. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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122. Kingdom Monopoly, Part 4: Free Parking | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex conclude their "Kingdom Monopoly" series by discussing the spiritual metaphors within the Free Parking square. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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121. Kingdom Monopoly Part 3: Jail | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex continue their discussion about the spiritual metaphors embedded in the classic board game Monopoly. This week, the duo examine the significance of Jail. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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120. Kingdom Monopoly, Part 2: GO | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex continue their series about the parallels between Monopoly and a faith journey. This week, the duo discuss the GO square and piece selection. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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119. Kingdom Monopoly, Part 1: Overview | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss parallels between the board game Monopoly and a life of faith. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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Craig and Alex discuss the spiritual and relational implications of AI --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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Craig and Alex discuss the importance of knowing that oftentimes, our first thought/reaction isn't our best one. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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116. Eucatastrophe | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss what true fulfillment looks like, and whether the pursuit of "fulfillment" gets us where we need to be in the first place. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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Craig and Alex discuss what it looks like to hit "compassion burn-out," and what it looks like to move through it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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114. Inside Easter | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex explore ways to lean into Easter. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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113. Misery Needs Company | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss what it means to get out of a place of misery. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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112. Surface Tension Spotlight: Jonathan Duncan, The Direction of a Question
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Craig and Alex sit down with Jonathan Duncan to discuss how to "ask better God questions." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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111. Surface Tension Spotlight: Jonathan Duncan
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Craig and Alex sit down with Jonathan Duncan and ask him about his God story. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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110. Outside the Playground | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss what it looks like to extend out of one's comfort zone in order to experience soul growth. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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109. No Man's Land | Surface Tension
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Craig poses the question: "How do we maintain hope and optimism when not only the world, but we ourselves feel broken?" --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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108. Filthy Feet | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex Examine John 13: 1-17, where Jesus washes the disciples feet. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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107. Grinch Mode | Surface Tension
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Although it's well past the Christmas season, Craig and Alex discuss a heart that's 3 sizes too small. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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106. Ego Biscuits | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss the desire for worldly recognition, and what it looks like to pivot away from "ego biscuits" to step closer towards the bread of life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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Craig and Alex discuss the difference between dreams "that start with us and work towards God" versus dreams "that start with God and work towards us." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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104. Risky Business | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss what it means to take risks not only in faith, but in ministry and relationships, as well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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103. Chutes and Ladders | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss the faith walk through the lens of a classic board game. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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102. Reflecting Jesus | Surface Tension
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Craig poses the question: Would it be better for us to become the best versions of ourselves, or a more accurate reflection of Jesus?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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101. Surface Tension Spotlight: Matt Duncan
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Craig and Alex sit down with Matt Duncan for one of the most riveting God stories and interviews yet. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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100. The Wrapping and the Gift | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss what it might look like to have a transformational Christmas. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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99. What if I Matter (to God)? | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss what it means for us when we comprehend that we matter to God. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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98. The Land of the Living | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss what it means to better notice the living God alive and working. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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97. Governing Metaphors | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex discuss the metaphors that can underpin (or overshadow) our beliefs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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96. Good, Better, Best | Surface Tension
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Craig asks "What is the difference between becoming more loving vs. becoming love?" --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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95. The Who Behind the Why | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex reflect on the difference between one's purpose vs. one's calling. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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Craig and Alex discuss what it means to have God speak to you, and how to know when you're having a "God Moment." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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Craig and Alex discuss a variety of questions that can lead to deeper "God Moments," both in individual and group settings. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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92. Surface Tension Spotlight: Abraham Diaz, Running with Wolves | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex sit down with Outreach Pastor Abraham Diaz for the second part of their conversation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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91. Surface Tension Spotlight: Abraham Diaz | Surface Tension
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Craig and Alex sit down with Outreach Pastor, Abraham Diaz, to hear his faith story. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfacetension/support
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