The Power of Play: Why Fun Isn't Optional

The Power of Play: Why Fun Isn't Optional

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379982/fan_mail/new] Join Joey and Bill as they continue the Summer Mental Health Series talking about The Power of Play. Summer often reminds us of something we lose as adults: the ability to simply have fun. We treat fun like a reward after all the work is finished, but God actually designed joy, laughter, play, and recreation to restore our minds, strengthen our relationships, and improve our emotional and spiritual health. Fun isn't childish - it's part of living a healthy, balanced life.

What We Can Learn From the World Cup

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379982/fan_mail/new] Join Joey and Bill as they discuss the hottest topic in the world right now...the World Cup. The 2026 World Cup is the biggest in history, with 16 host cities, three host nations for the first time ever. Foreign fans are filming their reactions to giant supermarkets, free ice machines, oversized food portions, and drive-thrus. Joey and Bill discuss some relevant takeaways we should be mindful of during this global event.

What Healthy Rest Actually Looks Like

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379982/fan_mail/new] Join Joey and Bill for part two of resting. In part two the discussion centers on What Healthy Rest Actually Looks Like. Rest is not merely the absence of work; it is the presence of renewal. We discuss the gift of the Sabbath and how gratitude changes how we experience rest - rest allows us to receive God's gifts; gratitude allows us to recognize them.

Rest Isn't Laziness

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379982/fan_mail/new] Join Joey and Bill as they continue the Summer Series discussing rest. Many people know they need rest, but struggle to slow down because they've tied their worth to productivity. Healthy rest is not laziness - it is essential for emotional, relational, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Summertime Blues: Why the Season of Fun Isn't Fun for Everyone

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379982/fan_mail/new] Summertime is supposed to be carefree, social, and enjoyable, but for many people the reality can intensify feelings of loneliness, isolation, sadness, or restlessness. Join Joey and Bill as they continue their summer series discussing Summertime Blues.