Episodes

June 13, 2023

"When Friends Call You Out"

Join Jimmy and Annette as they navigate the complex landscape of life with faith, hope, and love!

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June 5, 2023

"You Are Seen. You Are Heard. You Are Loved."

Join Jimmy and Annette as they navigate the complex landscape of life with faith, hope, and love!

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May 23, 2023

"Takings Hits and Staying Vulnerable"

Jimmy and Annette share their love of life, faith, and each other while living up in a down world.

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May 16, 2023

"No Pain No Gain"

Jimmy and Annette share their love of life, faith, and each other while living up in a down world.

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May 9, 2023

"No Perfect People Allowed"

Jimmy and Annette want to help you to find faith, hope, love, and laughter by living up in a down world.

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May 2, 2023

"A Wedding, A Dentist, and A Vineyard"

Life is a mishmash of events and opportunities that come your way. Join Jimmy and Annette as they navigate life while Living Up in a Down World.

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April 24, 2023

"Pro Tip: Nobody's Perfect"

Jimmy and Annette discuss the fact that nobody is perfect. Life is messy. We are messy. This is why we must understand that grace is our greatest hope for authentically living up in a down world.

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April 16, 2023

"You Should Be Ashamed... NOT!"

"You should be ashamed of yourself!" Have you ever heard those words? Of course you have. We all have. Shame is like the final nail in the coffin of a joyful and wonderful life. We're here to let you know you can give shame t...

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April 10, 2023

"We See Broken God Sees Mended"

God loves broken things and broken people too. Join Jimmy and Annette as they discuss God's heart for the broken and hurting. All the king's horses and all the king's men couldn't put Mr or Mrs Dumpty together again... but Go...

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April 3, 2023

Life Is A Lab Class

Have you ever felt like life is a lab class? Like your participating in some grand experiment? Join us as we take a look at life, faith, and how God tends to flip the script on our lives. Let's laugh, love, and live this life...

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March 28, 2023

Games People Play

All of us are game-players at the end of the day. Some good, some not so good. What are the games people play and how do we navigate these games with grace?

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March 21, 2023

Mind Wars

Jimmy and Annette talk about the Mind Wars that barrage us on a daily basis. You are not alone. It is every person's battle. However, there is hope and there are tools to help you win the war of the mind.

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March 14, 2023

There's A Demon In My Toy Box

Jimmy and Annette are at it again, telling stories on themselves that add spice to their crazy life together. Join us on the journey of faith and life, and hopefully somewhere along the way, lots of laughter!

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March 7, 2023

My Wife Is Purging Again!

Join Jimmy and Annette on an adventure of bringing faith into the center of their lives as they navigate the complexities of this crazy world!

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Feb. 28, 2023

So You Say You Want a Revolution?

Jimmy and Annette want to see you living up in a down world. Life on this planet can be difficult and arduous. It can also be an exciting adventure. In most cases, it's your choice.

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Feb. 21, 2023

Okay, I'm Dead, Now What?

Jimmy and Annette dive into one of the most important, yet least addressed topics in most churches today. Fill your cup and pull up a chair. Let's talk about what really matters.

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Feb. 14, 2023

A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Marriage Conference

Sometimes you just have to laugh. Have you ever noticed right before you have to be somewhere that everything just comes apart at the seams? You would think Jimmy and Annette have lived the perfect life, right? Listen in and ...

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Feb. 7, 2023

When Depression Comes Knocking

If you think Jimmy and Annette have lived a charmed life because they are pastors, you couldn't be more wrong. Life happens. Things break. People betray. Yet, there's always a "But God" moment just beyond the pain. Just don't...

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Jan. 31, 2023

When Your Dream Gets Derailed

Life happens and the dream you were living gets derailed. How do you navigate disappointment and disillusionment when you thought you were on the right track? Join Jimmy and Annette in a real and raw conversation on the topic...

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Jan. 24, 2023

Disappointed? Join the Club!

Jimmy and Annette want to help make faith real for the rest of us by sharing stories and experiences from 30 years in ministry together as a blended family living up in a down world. Come along for the ride and just maybe you...

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Jan. 17, 2023

The Yuckies are No Bueno

Jimmy and Annette want to help make faith real for the rest of us by sharing stories and experiences from 30 years in ministry together as a blended family living up in a down world. Come along for the ride and just maybe you...

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Jan. 9, 2023

Poodle Skirts and Body Builders

Welcome to episode 1 of Living Up in a Down World . Life can throw us so many curve balls and yes, it's a twisty and windy road that we're on. However, it is also possible to live up in a down world! Join Jimmy and Annette on...

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