• #20 When GOOD Things Replace God
    Sep 16 2024

    In this episode, Duke and Denisse talk for an hour straight on IDOLATRY. The conversation begins around "emotional idolatry" which for the purposes of this podcast episode happens when we elevate a misguided emotion, feeling, or attitude to the place of prominence in our hearts, essentially dethroning God as the Source of our comfort, peace, strength, etc. The conversation centers around being watchful of the things (in particular, the GOOD things) that we tend to REPLACE God with. Anytime we settle for less than Jesus... like when He gives us something, and then we promote that THING to the place of God... we have fallen intro idolatry. This conversation is about the invitation to be FULLY satisfied in God because that is where we experience true freedom.


    Chapters:

    (00:00) Intro

    (00:30) "Emotional Idolatry"

    (05:34) The Identity Factor

    (08:32) Pause to explain WHY Denisse has red fingers

    (09:42) Evaluating yourself

    (12:24): How to DISTRACT humans

    (15:06) What is God doing NOW?

    (17:52) Distracted by GOOD things?

    (18:45) The counterfeit of CONTROL

    (21:04) The BIGGEST trap of the enemy

    (25:20) Replacing God with GIFTS from God

    (28:40) Learning to TRUST

    (34:30) Surrendering to the Lordship of Jesus

    (41:40) Trusting God with our future

    (44:20) Living in the PRESENT with God

    (49:54) The problem with REVIVALS

    (52:56) Don't SETTLE for LESS than Jesus

    (57:49) Misplaced Value

    (01:01:05) Wrap up


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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • #19 We ALMOST blew ourselves up!
    Sep 10 2024

    Duke and Denisse share the story of the time they almost blew up their first apartment while on the mission field, Denisse tries to guess the cleanest countries in the world, and Duke tries to figure our which country he would move to if he had to leave America.

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    Chapters:


    (00:00) Is MEXICO cleaner than America?

    (05:28) Trash

    (10:25) The time we ALMOST blew ourselves up

    (15:28) The world's cleanest countries

    (21:12) Are we moving to Sweden?

    (22:10) Which COUNTRY would you choose?

    (28:10) Luxembourg is the WEALTHIEST country!?

    (31:20) BYEEEE!


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    32 mins
  • #18 It's NOT about ME!
    Sep 5 2024

    In this episode... Duke and Denisse share about the importance of risk-taking and exposing yourself to adversity and getting out of your comfort zone. They also talk about dealing with grief, loss, and rejection. Toward the end of the episode they have a profound conversation about being a vessel for the Lord to use to bring blessing and breakthrough into the lives of people.


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    Chapters:


    (00:00) Intro

    (01:35) I played baseball with 9 year olds...

    (06:42) The greatest softball pitcher of all time?

    (09:15) Cirque du soleil

    (09:54) He jumped out of a plane with no parachute

    (10:50) Free solo climbing

    (13:20) Some risks are TOO risky!

    (15:35) Exposing yourself to adversity (on purpose)

    (21:28) Dealing with LOSS

    (23:53) Grieving well/ministry of presence

    (32:15) "How can I help you?"

    (38:25) How to deal with REJECTION

    (40:25) Let yourself be loved!

    (42:05) Generosity and learning to RECEIVE

    (49:03) Are we projecting our insecurities?

    (50:58) Being a vessel for the IMPOSSIBLE

    (52:55) It's NOT about ME!

    (56:47) Obedience

    (59:36) Be a sign that POINTS to Jesus

    (01:00:22) A story of healing breakthrough

    (01:05:05) Second-guessing the voice of God

    (01:06:59) Wrap up

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • #17 Breathing, Education, and Candy
    Sep 2 2024

    Welcome to Let's Be Family! Join the hosts this week as they discuss the olfactory system... which NOSTRIL is the most dominant and WHY?, the education system and how they would CHANGE it if they could, and more. Stick around to the end of the episode for a special taste test SHOWDOWN to determine once and for all which candy bar is the greatest.


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    47 mins
  • #16 They CHANGED the alphabet song!?
    Aug 26 2024

    In this episode, Duke and Denisse spend some time on the lighter side, discussing: the NEW (and not so improved) alphabet song, which candy bars are the best, would you rather fight ONE lion or 100 seagulls, a new dinosaur discovery, and more.


    Chapters:


    (00:00) "Let's Go" Alternatives

    (01:30) Fun fact about KIT KATS

    (05:23) What happened to the KING size candy bar?

    (07:45) Dark chocolate vs. Milk chocolate

    (09:47) Is Milky Way the BEST candy bar?

    (11:20) What are your TOP FOUR candy bars?

    (16:13) Let's play a game!

    (17:00) Name an animal that starts with the letter...

    (30:18) Walla-bee

    (31:13) They CHANGED the alphabet song!?

    (34:57) Britney Spears conspiracy theory

    (36:33) Why are they GASLIGHTING us about the dinosaurs?

    (37:26) New dinosaur "Gnatalie"

    (42:07) Mountain lions and bears

    (47:46) Stay safe!


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    49 mins
  • #15 Reacting to the Jordan Peterson/John Rich Interview (Part 2)
    Aug 23 2024

    Country music star JOHN RICH recently appeared on the Jordan B. Peterson Podcast, and they had a deep and powerful conversation about Jesus. The issue of putting your faith in Jesus and accepting HIM as the only way to the Father came up, and things got pretty intense. In this episode, Pastors Duke and Denisse react to their conversation and add their thoughts and conclusions.


    Chapters:

    (00:00) Intro

    (00:47) John Rich QUOTES Jordan Peterson

    (03:22) Is Jesus a MYTH?

    (05:22) The DANGER of over-intellectualizing JESUS

    (10:56) What does it mean to BELIEVE?

    (13:37) Is FAITH mystical?

    (14:56) My truth/your truth

    (21:00) Subjective Morality

    (23:59) What TERRIFIES you about believing in Jesus?

    (31:14) Protecting your COMFORT Zone

    (34:11) Calculated RISK

    (37:14) The MOST terrifying verse in the Bible?

    (39:20) If Jesus is who the Bible says HE IS...

    (41:56) Language barrier?

    (50:33) The ULTIMATE Question

    (52:24) Jesus stands at the DOOR and KNOCKS

    (60:47) Open the Door!!!

    (65:50) Reach out to us with any questions


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    Credit to the Jordan B. Peterson Podcast (Episode #470) for the video clips in this episode.


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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • #14 Reacting to the Jordan Peterson/John Rich Interview (Part 1)
    Aug 22 2024

    Country music star JOHN RICH recently appeared on the Jordan B. Peterson Podcast, and they had a deep and powerful conversation about Jesus. The issue of putting your faith in Jesus and accepting HIM as the only way to the Father came up, and things got pretty intense. In this episode, Pastors Duke and Denisse react to their conversation and add their thoughts and conclusions.


    Chapters:

    (00:00) Intro

    (00:30) Setting up the interview

    (04:06) Getting into the interview

    (07:22) One of the BIGGEST issues facing the CHURCH today

    (09:40) "I'm a GOOD person..."

    (11:00) Should the DEMANDS be higher?

    (16:39) Calling people HIGHER

    (21:16) We can't SUGAR COAT the Gospel

    (21:46) Philosophy vs. the PERSON of Jesus

    (24:46) Coming to the KNOWLEDGE of God is the KEY

    (27:38) Wrap up (To Be Continued...)


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    28 mins
  • #13 Superpowers and Surrender
    Aug 19 2024
    This podcast exists because we want to spread the word about how good it is to be a part of the FAMILY of God! And we want to be family with you! We're here for real talk, silliness, and everything in between... because that's what family's for. In this episode, join us for a conversation about the kindness of God, trusting God, and what surrender looks like for imperfect people. Stick around for the end when one of the hosts attempts a food challenge (kids... don't try this at home). Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating/review. Thanks! Chapters: (00:00 Intro (03:50) Denisse has an ACTUAL superpower (08:03) Crossing Guards (10:36) Missionary day reminisce (14:24) Experiencing God's kindness (20:00) God is worthy of our trust (27:20) I DECLARE BANCRUPTCY! (28:03) Surrendering all... again 30:46) What would be on your WARNING label? (32:37) Discovering God's character FREES you to be who you are (35:04) 6 saltines in 60 seconds!!! (38:30) Wrap up http://linktr.ee/letsbefamily https://www.youtube.com/@LetsBeFamily Facebook - www.facebook.com/letsbefam TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@letsbefamilypod Email - letsbefamilypodcast@gmail.com
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    39 mins