That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs

“How does love look different in different seasons?” Jada Edwards is here- I know y’all love her and I do too! We’re going to talk about what it looks like to actually love people well and being honest with the Lord. That’s not always easy, especially depending on the season you’re in, but Jada’s new book A New Way to Love Your Neighbor is an excellent resource to help us figure out how we do this.And I’m not just talking about you loving Christian friends. I hope you have people in your life who don’t believe everything you believe.If you’re following along in your TSF Seasons Guidebook, we’re on page 47. And if you’re wondering what we’re even talking about with this guidebook thing, you can find it at anniefdowns.com/seasons. . . . .Find the show notes hereWant to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors!BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month. WayFair: Get renovating with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com right now.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/THATSOUNDSFUN.Our Place: Visit fromourplace.com/TSF and use code TSF for 10% off sitewide. With a hundred-day risk-free trial, free shipping and returns, you can experience this game-changing cookware with zero risk.AG1: Subscribe today to get a 1-month supply of AG Omega-3 with your first AG1 order! And my friends also get their Welcome Kit with everything you need to get started on your AG1 journey. So make sure to check out DrinkAG1.com/SOUNDSFUN to claim this special offer.. . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .Go back and listen to our TSF Q&A: Faith + Fasting where Jada joined and helped us answer your questions. So many of you loved that episode!. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon Tyson, Pastor of Church of the City in NYC and bestselling author, shares profound insights on revival and the spiritual significance of spring. He discusses how recent moves of prayer can spark personal and community transformation. Tyson emphasizes the importance of individual devotion and recognizing God's presence during life's seasons. As Holy Week approaches, he encourages deep engagement with scripture and celebrating Easter's resurrection, making it a call to embrace faith-driven actions in community settings.

Levi Lusko, a Pastor and author known for his insightful perspectives on life changes, shares his wisdom on transitioning through different seasons. He emphasizes the importance of embracing change, finding joy and healing through laughter, and nurturing support systems. Discussions include the value of being present in the moment and how to navigate emotional challenges while laying aside unhealthy attachments. Levi draws parallels with historical figures to highlight humility and personal growth, offering listeners a guiding light through life’s inevitable transitions.

Melanie Shankle, a New York Times bestselling author and co-host of The Big Boo Cast, shares her inspiring journey of healing from generational trauma. She discusses the importance of navigating family dynamics and the impact of parental narratives, especially in light of childhood experiences. With honesty and humor, Melanie provides insights into parenting challenges, particularly dealing with 'mean girl' behavior, and encourages cultivating kindness and resilience in future generations. This heartfelt conversation is a blend of laughter and introspection.

Pastor Mike Kelsey returns to explore the essence of spring in our lives, emphasizing emotional and spiritual renewal. He discusses the significance of recognizing personal growth and seasonal transitions, weaving in themes of hope and the symbolism of Easter. The conversation touches on embracing life's complexities in friendship and the importance of gratitude. Mike also shares spiritual practices to reconnect with faith during this revitalizing season, encouraging listeners to open their hearts to new beginnings and opportunities.

We are so glad you’re loving this rhythm of walking through the seasons together this year on That Sounds Fun, and WE KNOW YOU’RE READY FOR SPRING. My gosh, we are too.We all feel it, right? The anticipation of a new thing. More light. More warmth. More color. The winter was both long AND full of purpose. It was both painful AND sacred, cold AND cozy.But we are ready for spring! Starting Monday, March 24th we officially kick off the spring on the podcast with none other than our pastor for this year in the seasons, Pastor Mike Kelsey. Y’all loved his insight on the winter and he’s returning to help us usher in this new season. He’s going to help us figure out what spring means spiritually and how we define it in our lives. And as the spring continues we’re bringing on some incredible guests to help us answer questions like:What do I do when spring still feels like winter?How do I transition seasons well?How do I identify when spring is here?And how do I process change in busy seasons?Spring is going to bring us opportunities to talk about resurrection and revival. It’s going to give us the chance to talk about resting in the midst of busy seasons and still feeling stuck in your own winter when everyone else is in the full bloom of spring. And we just might have another soundtrack for the season that we all get to listen to!Plus, YOU KNOW Eddie and I are going to keep talking once a month BECAUSE DUH WE LOVE IT, and you just never know when an Always Annie episode will get dropped in too.But here’s what I really love: we’ve had the chance to really journey together through the TSF Seasons Guidebook where we have pages for you to take notes, answer journal prompts, and process questions from each episode. So we have new spring pages for your Guidebook ready to go! If you already purchased the Guidebook in the winter, you should have received an email already with your spring pages.But if you don't have a copy yet, head over to anniefdowns.com/seasons to purchase yours and you’ll get both winter AND spring and then you’ll be emailed summer and fall pages as each of those seasons begin.God’s been working in big ways in the stillness of the winter, and I pray we see the fruit as we turn the page into spring. But in all of it, our hope is to help you get the most of every season. We don’t want to let it pass us by without acknowledging what God’s up to.. . . . .Want to watch this on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our friend Eddie Kaufholz and I keep talking and you know we’re getting into the hard hitting stuff like… the relationship between brain size and head size, talking animals, and opening day of baseball. But there’s 7 minutes of serious too, because we had to talk about shoes and financial security and being misunderstood. We’re going there today.Don’t forget to download your spring pages for your TSF Guidebook to be ready for Monday! If you purchased it already, those have been emailed to you… and if not, head to anniefdowns.com/seasons to buy yours.. . . . .Find the show notes hereWant to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ellie Holcomb, a talented singer-songwriter and children's author, dives into the significance of shifting seasons. She emphasizes that winter doesn't have the final word, reminding listeners of the hope that comes with spring. The conversation highlights her new kids' book and album, "Spring Sings," ideal for Easter. They explore themes of resilience in the face of life's challenges, the importance of community and faith, and how personal growth can emerge from loss. Ellie shares her excitement about a concert tour and the joy of music as a source of connection.

The host reflects on the transformative experience of living in New York City compared to Nashville, highlighting personal growth and body confidence. As winter lingers, she shares her longing for the energy of spring. The journey through Lent is explored, emphasizing emotional renewal and healthy habits. Listeners are encouraged to engage via social media, creating a community around these impactful themes.

Rebecca St. James, a Grammy-winning Christian artist, and her husband Cubbie Fink, founding member of Foster the People, dive into the nuances of faith and love. They discuss the struggle of enduring long winters, exploring how life's seasons mirror personal growth. Their journey from misadventures in relationships to writing their book, 'Lasting Ever,' reflects on the beauty of vulnerability and hope. With laughter and insight, they highlight the importance of community, faith, and finding joy through challenges.