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A Life Worth Working

Michelle Weise & Dana Allen Walsh

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A Life Worth Working is a podcast hosted by Michelle Weise and Dana Allen Walsh. Michelle is an education and workforce strategist and author of Long Life Learning: Preparing for Jobs that Don't Even Exist Yet, and Dana is a senior pastor at a progressive church. This isn't a religious podcast. “A Life Worth Working” celebrates the scraps, screw-ups, and detours of our work lives because we believe that nothing is wasted. The hardest moments we endure, from epic failures to employment gaps a ...
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The Serve Him Well Podcast

Jeff and Dana Banks, Pastor and Church Volunteer

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The Serve Him Well Podcast is a gospel-centered ministry dedicated to encouraging and equipping ministry staff and volunteers. Hosts, Jeff and Dana Banks have served in the church for over 20 years. If you are listening to our podcast, then we believe you are seeking ways to be more effective in God's work through you. We desire to come alongside and hope the stories and experiences shared on our podcast will sharpen you and motivate you to remain faithful in the ministry to which you have b ...
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Sermons

Waypoint Church

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At Waypoint Church we are raising up a people who are passionate about Jesus and His purposes in the Earth. Every Sunday morning we gather in Omaha, NE to be encouraged and challenged as we follow Jesus together.
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The Faith in Manchester podcast, part of faithinmanchester.org, showcasing vibrant Christian faith in the region of Greater Manchester, UK. Hosted by award-winning broadcaster and Baptist pastor Wayne Clarke.
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King's Park Sermons

King's Park International Church

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King's Park Sermons Online is a production of King’s Park International Church, a multi-ethnic, multi-generational church in Durham, North Carolina. We are passionate about making a difference in our local community, planting churches in our nation and abroad, and reaching the world with the good news of Jesus Christ.
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Hope Talks

Hope for the Heart

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Have you ever hoped for something, but it didn’t happen? Did you hope for the wrong thing? Was God not faithful? What is hope? How does it work? And why does having hope matter so much to our well-being? Join Hope Talks each week to dive into everyday life topics and receive practical, biblical guidance to grow in your faith, hope, and love for the Lord, others, and yourself. With decades of experience in counseling, writing, training, and serving in ministry … Haley and Dustin will share wi ...
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In this Shit Pile Episode of "A Life Worth Working," Scarlett Lewis, founder of the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement, shares how she transformed unimaginable pain into purpose after losing her son at Sandy Hook. Scarlett discusses facing challenges and finding the good that can emerge from difficult experiences, showing us that nothing is wasted.…
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Mark Matlock—author, ministry leader, and researcher with the Barna Group—for a thoughtful conversation about wisdom, spiritual formation, and reaching the next generation. Mark shares insights from his book Faith for the Curious and how his research reveals that many people, especially younger genera…
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In this deeply moving episode, Scarlett Lewis shares her remarkable journey of transforming personal tragedy into a global movement. After losing her son Jesse in the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy, Scarlett was inspired by a message left by her son to start the Choose Love Movement. She discusses how this movement focuses on social-emotional…
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In the conclusion of our relationship series, Pillars, Pastor Reggie talks about the final pillar, Purpose. God's relationship with us is intentional and designed for a reason. Because of this, we must make sure we know the purposes of the relationships we are in too!Sermon Discussion Guide: https://kingspark.org/guide/may2525…
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin are joined by Sheila Walsh, co-host of Praise and Better Together on TBN. Sheila shares her inspiring story of how the Lord pursued her and gave her hope in the midst of severe depression while in ministry. Together, they discuss the power of God’s presence and grace, how the Lord meets us in our pain and brokennes…
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What does it take to live a life of purpose and principle? In this compelling episode, hosts Dana Walsh and Michelle Weise engage in a rich conversation with Jeffrey Rosen, President of the National Constitution Center, as he reflects on the defining moments and habits that have shaped his life. From his early inspirations and intellectual awakenin…
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin talk with Jennie Allen, founder of IF: Gathering and New York Times bestselling author of Untangle Your Emotions, Get Out of Your Head, and the upcoming children’s book What to Do with Your Whirly, Swirly Thoughts. For her hope story, Jennie shares why she’s more hopeful than ever about reaching the next generation…
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In this episode of 'A Life Worth Working,' hosts Michelle Weise and Dana Walsh explore the profound impact of mortality with guest Meredith Wilson Parfet, CEO of Raven Yard. Meredith's journey began with personal tragedies that led her to a deep exploration of death and dying. From sitting with the dying as a hospice volunteer to becoming a death d…
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Matt McCullough, pastor of Edgefield Church in Nashville and author of Remember Heaven (releasing May 2025). Matt shares insights from his first book, Remember Death, and how reflecting on death can be a path to deepening our hope in Christ. He discusses why we don’t like thinking about death, but als…
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Welcome to 'A Life Worth Working' hosted by Michelle Weise and Dana Walsh. In this episode, they interview Jacob Lentz, a former comedy writer turned ER doctor. Jake shares his remarkable career pivot from writing for TV and experiencing the unpredictability of Hollywood, to attending medical school and becoming a doctor. He discusses the challenge…
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God created us with power. Following the example given by Jesus, we should use that power to strengthen and uplift others. In this week's message, Pastor Reggie walks us through Genesis 1:27-28, laying out the power God has given us and what that means for us. Sermon Discussion Guide: https://kingspark.org/guide/may0525…
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In this Sh*t Pile episode of “A Life Worth Working,” hosts Michelle Weise and Dana Walsh chat with Jacob Lentz, a former comedy writer turned emergency room doctor. Jake shares a story about how Hollywood strangely prepared him well for the slog and grind of going through medical school while also becoming a commissioned officer in the Navy Reserve…
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Anxiety is everywhere these days, but so is God's grace. In this episode, Haley and Dustin dive into the growing epidemic of anxiety and how it affects our minds, hearts, and faith. They explore the difference between anxiety, fear, stress, and worry, and unpack the common causes behind anxious thoughts. Most importantly, they share practical, bibl…
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In this episode of A Life Worth Working, hosts Michelle Weise and Dana Allen Walsh sit down with Simone Stolzoff, author of The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work. Simone shares his journey from avoiding a writing career in favor of stable, writing-adjacent jobs to finally embracing his calling as an author. He discusses the risks of a work…
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin talk with Dove Award–winning songwriter and founder of Music for the Soul, Steve Siler. Steve shares his hope story of how he and his wife processed the difficult news that their son would be born with spina bifida – and how God provided comfort, hope, and supportive friends. He also opens up about the healing powe…
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Once you subscribe to “A Life Worth Working” (wherever you get your podcasts), you'll get a special little episode delivered every Thursday: a precious, little gem we lovingly call a "Shit Pile Episode" (yep, we curse here—and it's totally OK!). Each guest shares the shittiest moment of their careers and how vital and life-giving those moments ende…
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin reflect on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. They walk through some of the passages and events of Passion Week, discuss what Jesus’ death and resurrection mean for us practically, and share some biblical and historical pieces of evidence for the resurrection. It’s an encouraging conversation on the founda…
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In this introductory episode of "A Life Worth Working," hosts Michelle Weise, an education and workforce strategist, and Dana Allen Walsh, a senior pastor, discuss their journey in learning to podcast and explore the deeper aspects of finding purpose and meaning in work. They share personal stories about transitioning careers and questioning their …
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Taya Kyle, the wife of the late Navy Seal Chris Kyle from the American Sniper story. Taya shares her hope story of how the Lord helped her navigate her children’s grief, as well as her own, in the aftermath of Chris’ tragic death. She reflects on the lessons she learned about parenting, faith, and God…
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“A Life Worth Working” is a podcast hosted by a disruptive innovation expert and a reverend, but it's not a religious podcast. We feature the gloriously messy stories about career paths that we like to call the spaghetti pathways of our work lives. Even those who appear to have it all figured out are fumbling their way through. Our guests talk abou…
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Dana K. White, author of Jesus Doesn’t Care About Your Messy House and host of the popular podcast A Slob Comes Clean. Dana shares her hope story of how the Lord helped her navigate an ongoing struggle with a messy house. They discuss the emotional impact that clutter and disorganization have on so ma…
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The Bible says, “Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story” (Psalm 107:2) In this episode, Haley and Dustin discuss the importance of sharing your testimony or “hope story.” They share what the Bible says about personal testimonies, the impact they can have, and common barriers to overcome when sharing your story. They also provide practical ti…
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Faith Eury Cho, author of Experiencing Friendship with God and Deepen Your Friendship with God, a new devotional. Faith shares her hope story of how the Lord was faithful to provide for her and her family when they planted a church in the midst of the 2020 pandemic. It’s an encouraging story of God’s …
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