Tired of the “So…are you seeing anyone?” Holiday interrogations? Feeling like your relationship status defines your worth or purpose? You’re not alone. In this honest, hope-filled episode of Light Talks, host Ali sits down with Jarrod Pfarr, a 34-year-old educator who is unmarried, to unpack what it means to live fully and faithfully right where you are.

Together, they dive into what Scripture really says about singleness (hint: it’s not a waiting room), how to deal with awkward assumptions and unwanted advice, and how to guard your heart in a dating culture that often misses the mark. Discover how to find joy, purpose, and contentment in the now and remember that your identity isn’t “single” or “taken.” It’s “child of God.” Period. Listen and leave reminded that God’s grace is bigger than your relationship status.

This episode is jam packed with content. Here are some things to look forward to:

• Biblical View of Singleness: What Scripture—especially 1 Corinthians 7—teaches about devotion to God in singleness.
• Identity in Christ: Finding wholeness in Jesus rather than in a relationship status.
• Navigating Expectations: Handling pressure, assumptions, and exclusion single people often face in church and community life.
• Contentment & Growth: Wrestling with contentment, avoiding bitterness, and viewing singleness as a season of purpose.
• Dating Realities: Honest talk about challenges in today’s dating culture and how faith shapes the experience.
• Encouragement & Inclusion: How married friends and churches can intentionally include singles—and what to remember when feeling unseen.

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Are you trying to figure out how to live out your faith when the rules aren't black and white? Join Ali, along with Pastors Michael Ewart and Steve Waldschmidt of 922 Ministries, as they tackle the real-world, rapid-fire questions that modern Christians face. The goal is not to create a rigid list of dos and don’ts, but to show how God’s word guides us in those complex gray areas where the world is super loud. This episode covers specific dilemmas that don't usually get a whole sermon, such as: "Can a Christian get a tattoo or do yoga?" or "Is it okay to watch R-rated movies or play violent video games?". In this episode you will be armed with a powerful, portable decision-making framework so you can discern what is Godly and good in every situation.

Here’s what we’ll cover!

• How to Make Godly Decisions in a Messy World
  Learn a five-step faith framework - God, Me, My Neighbor, Heart Check, and Wisdom - to guide everyday choices when the Bible doesn’t give a clear answer.
• Faith and Modern Culture
  Can Christians do things like yoga or buy lottery tickets without compromising their faith? The pastors unpack how to balance freedom and discernment.
• Personal Expression & Identity
  What about tattoos, piercings, or cosmetic enhancements? This discussion explores when self-expression becomes self-focus, and how to honor God with your body.
• Entertainment, Media, and Mental Health
  From Harry Potter to R-rated movies and violent video games, how do we filter what we watch, read, and listen to in a way that strengthens, not weakens, our faith?
• Relationships & Influence
  Is it possible to be friends with people who live differently, or even in open sin, without being pulled away from your faith? Hear practical wisdom on being “in the world but not of it.”
• Marriage, Divorce, and the Hard Realities of Love
  The pastors discuss one of the most difficult questions: Can a Christian remarry after divorce? They offer Biblical insight, grace, and encouragement for those walking through brokenness.
• Parenthood and Life Choices
  Should Christians use birth control or choose not to have kids? This topic digs into motives, stewardship, and how to trust God with big life decisions.
• The Power of Words
  Can Christians swear? Explore what Scripture says about language, influence, and how our words reflect our hearts, even in everyday conversations.

Our church also had 5 additional messages on these questions:

• Can a Christian Date or Marry a Non-Christian?
• Can a Christian Vote for that Political Party?
• Can a Christian Go to War?
• Can a Christian go to a Non-Christian School?
• Can a Christian Smoke Weed? Drink Alcohol?

Check out these messages from our “Can a Christian…?” series on our Youtube page or on streaming on your favorite podcast platform by searching 922 Ministries!

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Loss is something most of us struggle to talk about, especially when it comes to miscarriage or infant loss. In this deeply vulnerable episode, Ali sits down with Theresa Kramer and Kim Fenske, two women who courageously open up about their journeys through grief, faith, and healing after the loss of their unborn children. Their honesty reveals not just the heartbreak of loss, but also the unexpected places where hope and God’s presence show up. If you’re new to faith or searching for answers in the middle of pain, this conversation reminds you: you are not alone, your grief is seen, and God is near to the brokenhearted.

Heads-up: This episode contains honest conversations about pregnancy loss, infant loss, grief, and infertility. These topics may be emotionally difficult or triggering for some listeners. Please listen with care, and give yourself permission to pause if needed.

What you’ll hear about in this episode:

• The raw emotions of miscarriage and stillbirth - what it really feels like.
• The truth that “there are no rules to grief.”
• Wrestling with God: anger, questions, and finding hope again.
• How faith and Scripture anchor us in the darkest places.
• The different ways men and women grieve, and how couples can walk through it together.
• The importance of community and what may actually help when someone is hurting.
• Practical wisdom: what to say (and not say) to those grieving.
• Why it’s okay to lament, and how God meets us in our brokenness.

Resources:

• Faith Walk Passages: Romans 8:28, Romans 8:26-27, Psalm 34:18 & 147:3
• Song Suggestions: “Praise You in the Storm” by Casting Crowns, “You Already Know” by JJ Heller, “Honest” by Leanna Crawford, “Who You Are” by JJ Heller
• Books: “Empty Arms” by Sherokee Isle, “Empty Cradle Broken Heart” by Deborah L. Davis, “Purposeful Grieving” by Dr. Stacy Hoehl
• Podcasts: Dr. John Delony Show - Episode Oct. 2, 2020 (start at 27 min. Mark to 33 min.)
• Other Resources: WELS Women’s Ministry Webinar - “Little Lives with Jesus” (from Oct. 10, 2024), Cradled in Christ - Jan 10th @ The CORE, Christian Life Resources

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