UpStream
It can be tough navigating life's rough waters. Up Stream is here to help make that journey a little smoother.
About the host: Joy Tolle
Joy has been with The River in various capacities since 2016. An ordained chaplain since 2019, she is now the lead chaplain for the team of River chaplains. She holds a deep compassion for people and believes her role is best described as a bridge between the sacred and secular, bringing Christ’s care and hope to those hurting and in crisis. Joy holds a Bachelor of Science in Christian counseling and is currently pursuing an MDiv in Pastoral Counseling. Joy and her husband live in Central Ohio and spend their (rare) free time teaching in children’s music ministries and coaching various drama teams.
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Making the Bible Come Alive with Pastor John Thomason
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Why does the Bible sometimes feel difficult to connect with—and how can it become real and meaningful in everyday life? This week on Upstream, Joy sits down with John Thomason of Buckeye Christian Church to talk about practical ways to engage with Scripture, grow deeper in faith, and experience God’s Word in a fresh way. Whether you’ve read the Bible for years or are just getting started, this conversation will encourage you to see the Bible not as a chore, but as a living message that still speaks today.
A devotional podcast for parents on the go! Encouragement, Scripture, & prayer in just 7 minutes. Join the journey!