That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs

Pastor David Platt joins Annie F. Downs to have an honest conversation about singleness in the church. They explore how singles can thrive, the importance of open conversations with pastors and church leaders, and how to help single people feel seen and valued. The podcast also discusses the unique opportunities singleness provides for spreading the gospel, the challenges faced by single pastors, and the concept of building family through spiritual children. They highlight the importance of community and offer support to those navigating the complexities of being single in the church.

We’re taking things back to 2014 with our good buddy, Eddie Kaufholz. If you missed the news, each month this year, in honor of our 10th Anniversary of That Sounds Fun Podcast, Eddie and I will be reviewing each year the podcast has existed. We’re going to talk about what happened in the world, the top songs and movies, and what happened in our own lives…this is going to be an adventure back to all the things we forgot and all the memories that have stuck with us too. GOOD GRAVY this is a fun conversation!Go back and listen to the first ever That Sounds Fun Podcast Episode HERE!. . . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend.. . . .Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun.. . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook.. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors!Better Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order by going to hiyahealth.com/thatsoundsfun.Earth Breeze: Subscribe to Earth Breeze and save 40%! Go to earthbreeze.com/thatsoundsfun to get started.Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per-month trial period at Shopify.com/soundsfun.. . . . .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 the 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

Michael Wear, author of The Spirit of Our Politics, joins Annie F. Downs to discuss engaging in politics with gentleness, preparing in prayer for the election year, and the importance of treating politicians as human beings. They also talk about filled pastas, TV shows, and provide discounts on toothpaste and doctor appointments. The episode ends with a discussion on hope and new beginnings in politics and a book recommendation.

John Mark Comer, author of Practicing the Way, discusses purifying motivations through Jesus, spiritual journey stages, and digital age disruptions. They delve into ambition evolution, spiritual development stages, and the impact of technology on society. The conversation also explores addictive behaviors, discipleship, and apprenticing with Jesus for long-term transformation.

Michelle McKinney Hammond, author of When Shift Happens, joins Annie F. Downs to discuss the importance of paying attention to the season we're in, living a full life as a single person, and keeping our focus on God. They also talk about resting and rejuvenating during the winter season, taking risks in faith, and living a life of whimsy with the Holy Spirit.

Y'all. God has got a theme for us and we're right in the middle of it. Today, we're talking with my friend Mike Foster about our emotional health. Mike's latest book, Seven Primal Questions, is a framework to help you find emotional freedom and healing. I think this is SUCH a great conversation to really help us step into 2024 well and give us some ways that we can keep growing. Gosh, I'm so grateful for what Mike is teaching us today. To find out what your primal question is, head to primalquestion.com to take the quiz (you know we LOVE a quiz!). . . . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend.. . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook.. . . . .Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun.. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors!Better Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month.ButcherBox: Sign up today at butcherbox.com/tsf and use code TSF to choose your free offer and get $20 off.Ritual: Get 40% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/THATSOUNDSFUN.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order by going to hiyahealth.com/thatsoundsfun.Liquid I.V.: Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off your first order when you go to LIQUIDIV.COM and use code THATSOUNDSFUN at checkout.. . . . .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 the 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

Banning Liebscher discusses thankfulness leading to abundance, hunger for the Lord, and shaping the year ahead spiritually. The importance of recognizing and understanding different spiritual seasons. Exploring gratitude, purpose, and anticipation for revival in the new year.

Y'all know Epiphany is my favorite day of the year. I think God might have something special for us this year so I wanted to share some of my thoughts with you. Also, plan to be in Nashville August 11. I'M JUST SAYING....Make sure to check out Emily P. Freeman's podcast The Next Right Thing, Episode 307: What Worked in 2023.Head to shopanniefdowns.com and use the code TSF to get That Sounds Fun the book for $7!. . . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun.. . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook.. . . . .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 the 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

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