Embodied Holiness
Holiness is one of those words that seems out of reach and reserved only for God or the super spiritual. But Jesus taught us that holiness can become a reality in the everyday moments and events of our lives. So, if we take Jesus seriously, what would it look like to embody holiness on a chaotic Tuesday morning? What would it sound like to embody holiness when we're running late or having a stressful conversation with our spouse?
In each episode, we'll address an everyday topic and discuss the specific challenges of embodying holiness in that aspect of life. We'll share resources we've found helpful to our own spiritual journeys and share our stories of growth and failure. We'll also be joined by special guests from time to time. If you're interested in learning how to grow in holiness, you're in the right place. Thanks for joining us on the journey!
Episodes
85 episodes
Ep. 81 Did God Really Create the World in Seven Days?
We're back with another great question! Rev. Andy Stoddard joins Susan and Alex to explore, "Did God really create the world in seven days?" ABOUT ANDY: Andy Stoddard is the Lead Pastor at St. Matthew's UMC in Madison, MS. He ...
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Season 6
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Episode 81
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58:23
Ep. 80 How Did God Never Have a Beginning?
Rev. Dr. Raigan Miskelly, senior pastor at Galloway UMC in Jackson, MS, joins Alex and Susan to answer the questions, "How did God never have a beginning? Was God made?"ABOUT RAIGAN: Rev. Dr. Raigan Miskelly is an Ordained United M...
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Season 6
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Episode 80
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48:46
Ep. 79 What Happens When Judgment Day Comes?
Will Rambo, senior pastor at the Orchard in Tupelo, MS, joins Susan and Alex to explore this thought-provoking question from one of the children of Parkway Heights UMC: What happens when judgment day comes? About Will: Will Rambo is...
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Season 6
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Episode 79
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49:37
Ep 78 Did God Die When Jesus Died on the Cross?
Welcome back to Season 6 of the Embodied Holiness Podcast! Susan and Alex welcome their good friend, Rev. Cliff Burris, for a thoughtful exploration sparked by a question from one of the children at Parkway Heights UMC: "Did God die when Jesus ...
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Season 6
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Episode 78
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45:14
Ep 77 The Power of Perspective - Herod, Shepherds, Inn Keeper, Simeon and Anna
In a cultural season that rages against the spiritual disciplines of peace and focus, we must remind ourselves that time with God is the most accessible and powerful tool for gaining a perspective greater than our own. May we all realize the Lo...
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Season 5
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Episode 77
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22:53
Ep 76 Mary - Receiving Christ & Becoming a Tabernacle
For the Christian, the season of Advent marks the beginning of a new year. We begin this new year by waiting with anticipation for the coming of our Savior. As we wait it's easy to get caught up in the consumerism of the culture. This series is...
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Season 5
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Episode 76
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Ep 75 How Can I Believe in God When There's No Proof He Exists? with Rev. Keith Keeton
Children often ask remarkably profound questions -- questions that resonate far beyond their years. In this episode, we explore a thought-provoking question submitted by one of the children at Parkway Heights UMC: "How can I believe in God when...
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Season 5
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Episode 75
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Ep. 74 Living with Purpose in a Polarizing World with Randy Pope and Al Erisman
Western culture is increasingly polarized, and Christians often feel they are “under siege” by the dominant secular culture. Compounding the problem is that Christians cannot agree among themselves on how to respond to an increasingly “post-Chr...
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Season 5
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Episode 74
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1:05:48
Ep 73 Surviving the Holidays Without You with Rev. Julie Collins
Holidays can be hard after we've suffered the loss of a loved one. However, there are ways to approach special seasons without being overwhelmed. Rev. Julie Collins talks with Susan and Alex about how we can enter the "most wonderful time of th...
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Season 5
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Episode 73
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Ep 72 Still Standing with Dwight Owens
Meet Dwight Owens. Dwight shares his journey from life as an able-bodied young man chasing his dreams to having his world turned upside down by the thoughtless act of a 71-year-old drunk driver. With no visible signs of life, having coded twice...
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Season 5
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Episode 72
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Ep 71 An Apprenticeship with Grief with Abbye West Pates
Singer-songwriter Abbye West Pates talks with Susan and Alex about her experiences over the past year following the sudden passing of her husband, Jeff, in August 2023. She reflects on what she has learned about grief and the healing process du...
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Season 5
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Episode 71
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48:09
Ep. 70 An ALS Journey with Benson and Karol St. Louis
When Benson St. Louis, a strong and active father and husband, began experiencing unusual physical symptoms in 2022, he and his wife, Karol, embarked on a year-long journey of testing and doctor visits. After ruling out various possibilities, t...
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Season 5
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Episode 70
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51:23
Ep. 69 Andrew Peterson - Community, Calling, and the Mystery of Making
Enjoy this conversation with Andrew Peterson, one of Alex and Susan's favorite artists, singer/songwriters, and authors. Do you have a favorite Andrew Peterson song? Send us a text and let us know which one!ABOUT ANDREW:For m...
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Season 5
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Episode 69
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54:49
Ep 68 Practicing the Way, Pt. 2 with Rev. Cliff Burris
Susan, Cliff, and Alex are back! And this time, we're getting practical. Knowing what to do is not enough; we must practice it. We're definitely not perfect when it comes to living out the love and grace that Jesus did, but we don't do it alone...
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Ep 67 Practicing the Way, Pt 1 with Rev. Cliff Burris
Susan and Alex are joined by their good friend, Rev. Cliff Burris, to discuss John Mark Comer's latest book, Practicing the Way—Be With Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. Use this link to grab your copy of
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Season 5
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Episode 67
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48:56
Ep 66 Leave it Better Than You Found It with Dr. Joe Paul
Susan and Alex talk with University of Southern Mississippi President, Dr. Joe Paul, about how his faith informs how he leads and relates to others, and how his mantra, "Leave it better than you found it," is a good summary of what he believes ...
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Season 5
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Episode 66
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45:43
Ep 65 Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms - Habits of the Household, Pt. 2
Come on, admit it. You love being practical! We do, too. In this episode Susan, Alex, and Lindsey dive into some of the habits found in Justin Early's book
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Season 5
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Episode 64
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49:09
Ep 64 Habits of the Household - Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms, Pt. 1
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Embodied Holiness Podcast! You long for tender moments with your children, but do you ever find yourself too busy to stop, make eye contact, and say something you really mean? Do you find yourself giving in...
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Season 5
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Episode 63
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43:13
Ep 63 Women, Leadership, and the Church with Hannah Garnett
What are the "rules" for leadership within the Church? Are women allowed to lead in the same capacity as men? Why are there different views on this within the Church? In this episode, Susan and Alex speak with Hannah Garnett, host of the Clothe...
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Season 4
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Episode 63
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57:24
Ep 62 The Holiest of Weeks - The Season of Lent Week Four
"This is how the season of Lent concludes. Things are quiet. We are silent. Whether we have kept our fasts or failed has no bearing on the final outcome. God either has the power to raise Christ from the dead, or he does not. We are Christians ...
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Season 4
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Episode 62
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30:45
Ep 61 Prayers for Renewal: The Season of Lent, Week Three
In this episode, Alex and Susan discuss three Lenten prayers that can lead us on our journey of renewal. These prayers remind us that we never outgrow God, Jesus is the bread of life, and the life of the Christ follower should be one of ever-in...
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Season 4
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Episode 61
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23:48
Ep 60 The Sacred Path of Discomfort - The Season of Lent, Part Two
In this episode, Susan and Alex discuss the practices of the Lenten season that help us connect with Christ and his journey to the cross. Discover how willingly stepping into discomfort helps form our character more into the character of Christ...
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Season 4
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Episode 60
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40:13
Ep. 59 When Bad News Is Good News: The Season of Lent, Part One
Every year, the church invites us into a season of repentance and fasting in preparation for Holy Week. It's an invitation to turn away from our sins and toward the mercy and grace of Christ. In this episode, Susan and Alex discuss the symbolis...
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Season 4
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Episode 59
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24:11
Ep. 58 Confessions of a Serial Entrepreneur: Faith, Leadership, and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Kristan Getsy
Susan and Alex talk with communications professional, leadership coach, and "serial entrepreneur", Kristan Getsy, about how her faith impacts her ability to lead and train others with confidence. Th...
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Season 4
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Episode 58
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45:50