Never before attempted, its a "crossover" episode with another great podcast called "Fireside Conversations".  In today's episode, we run the gammut of a few life-altering topics, then land on a quasi-sincere chat about what it means for iron to sharpen iron as the Bible instructs. Sit down for a few (26) minutes and enjoy some smiles and encouragement with Jerry and 2 former students, Bryson and Will!

You've either just come out of a conflict, you're in one now, or you're headed into a conflict. Conflict is all around us simply because we're humans who say things, do things, and think things that cause friction with other humans. Sometimes intentionally but usually not, we bump into people. So how do we fix those conflicts when they arrive, and do so in a healthy and even redemptive way? That's what today's episode is about. We'd love to hear from you! If you've got a question or a suggested topic for us, just text it to (804) 464-7077! If you're on Instagram, follow us @2x4_Podcast and lastly would you mind leaving a review of our podcast? We've got a goal to reach 22 reviews in 2022! (Lofty, we know.) Thanks for listening, supporting, and sharing the 2x4 Student Podcast!

We're here in Central VA. Seasons are definitely a thing (as are seasonal allergies)! In today's episode we talk about emotional, mental, and spiritual seasons. How do we handle the ups and downs of normal life, and how do we remember that it's all very NORMAL?!? There are some great tidbits of wisdom here, some laughs, and the triumphant return of Alyssa! Thanks for supporting the 2x4 Student Podcast! We love our listeners and are so glad you're with us. If you'd like to suggest a topic or ask a question feel free to leave a comment or text us at (804) 464-7077! And don't forget our goal to reach 22 reviews in 2022! Thanks for helping get the word out about this one of a kind podcast!

In this week's episode, Cassie shares a story of a new friend she made; a friendship born out of a bullying situation. So we thought it might be good to talk about where bullying comes from, how it happens, and what are some best ways to deal with it when we experience it or even encounter it. Alyssa is out with some allergies, but we are joined by a live studio audience! So...that's fun. If you haven't left a review yet, please do and help us reach our goal of 22 reviews in 2022! Thanks for supporting this podcast. If you'd like to suggest a topic, ask a question, or even be a guest on the podcast just reach out via text at (804) 464-7077! If you're on Instagram, follow us @2x4_Podcast  Thank you for listening!

Of course everybody wants to be loved. But what happens when we're not loved as we should be, or we're unable to receive love like we should? This episode gets us into some really practical thoughts on how to show, receive, and learn love. And BONUS, the whole crew is back! If you don't follow us on Instagram, find us @2x4_Podcast...sometimes we go LIVE when we record and you can interact with us as its happening! If you've got a question, comment, topic, or favorite potato salad recipe to share, we'd love to know it! Text us at (804) 464-7077.  Thanks for listening and leave us a review if you haven't! We're shooting for "22 Reviews in 2022!" And YOU make it happen!

WOW. WOWWIE WOW WOW. What evolved in today's episode has never ever happened in all our previous episodes! We won't spoil too much here in the description, but today's episode is all about how God orchestrates things. Sometimes we see it (and we share a couple personal examples) and sometimes we don't. Either way, God is ALWAYS working! We decided that we'd do an Instagram Live for today's episode (Normally on @2x4_Podcast but we accidentally posted it on @southsiders) and doing that Insta Live turned out to be a HUGE blessing!  We hope you'll not only enjoy this episode, but also see where God is orchestrating things in your own life! If 2x4 Student Podcast has been helpful to you in any way, would you leave us a review? We're shooting for 22 reviews in 2022! And if you'd like to suggest a topic or ask a question for a future episode, you can text us at (804) 464-7077! As always, thanks for listening to the 2x4 Student Podcast!

Most people on the planet deal with stress of one form or another. But how do we deal with it in a healthy way that lets us learn from it, make adjustments, and grow in the process? That's what today's episode is about. So take a deep breath, sip some chamomile, and think relaxing things. Just kidding. Crank it so the neighbors hear! If you've got a question to ask or a topic to discuss, we'd love to hear it! You can always text the 2x4 crew at (804) 464-7077, or slide into our DMs over on Insta @2x4_Podcast. We'd love to hear from you!  Don't forget our goal of "22 Reviews in 2022"! You can help us reach it by simply leaving a review of our podcast. Won't be long now before we're in every home in the universe, multiverse, metaverse, and even Iowa. Thanks for listening!

Come on, now. Forgiveness is a daily matter. It's either being handed out or being given every single day. So how do we become the kind of forgiver that God has in mind for us? We dig into a quick but powerful conversation about forgiveness and its impact on us and others. You're going to be challenged and encouraged by our talk! If you'd like to suggest a topic for a future episode, just text us at (804) 464-7077 or send us a DM on Instagram (@2x4_Podcast) and why not follow us while you're there!?!  Lastly, we've got a goal of 22 Reviews in 2022! Help us reach it by leaving a review! Thanks so much for listening!

(audio enhanced) After being drop-jaw shocked and cringing through a pastor telling a story about how he punched a middle school kid because he "loved" him, we talk about what it ACTUALLY means for us to be motivated by love and what that looks like in day to day life. We welcome a special guest who's sitting in for Alyssa and quickly decide he has the best voice out of all of us. We bumped up our goal of "20 reviews in 2022" to "22 in 22" because honestly, why not? With your help, we can do it! Leave a review of our podcast and share your thoughts! You can also comment your questions or suggestions for future episodes. If you're a student and would like to be a guest on our podcast, we'd love to talk with you! Just text us at (804) 464-7077! And be sure to follow us on Instagram @2x4_Podcast. You never know when we'll go live on a recording! Thanks so much for listening and supporting the 2x4 Student Podcast!

This week's episode finds us hot off the winter retreat trail and we do a quick recap of the theme which was "Rooted". Students share some insight that you'll definitely find helpful. And because what we are rooted in is in direct connection with our priorities and trajectory, we also throw in a chat about goals for this year. What are some goals you have? Where would you say YOU'RE rooted right now? Are you rooted in routine? In fear? In an addiction? In self-centeredness? In a drive to achieve something? We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to reach out with a question or topic suggestion, leave a comment OR text us at (804) 464-7077! And feel free to follow us on Instagram (you never know when we'll go LIVE with an upcoming episode). Find us at @2x4_Podcast And one of our goals this year is to get "20 reviews in 2022!" You can help us reach that goal by leaving a review! Thanks for listening!