Tangible Talks
The creators of Tangible Talks have in-depth discussions about God's living word and reflect on tangible lessons that can be applied in daily life. Exploring and studying scripture, Jana and her aunt Reata unpack stories from the Bible to seek a greater understanding about God and how his teachings relate to their day-to-day lives .
Episodes
98 episodes
The Subtle Grip of Worry and Anxiety E5
In Episode 5 of the Third Seed Series on TangibleTalks, Jana and Reata explore how the "cares of this world" quietly take over our lives through worry and anxiety. Drawing from Matthew 6 and Philippians 4, they discuss the subtle process of chr...
When Good Things Become Ultimate Things E4
The subtle danger of letting possessions, success, and worldly cares take ownership of our hearts, explored through the New Testament Parable of the Rich Young Ruler.What happens when the pursuit of success and wealth shifts from a bless...
The Lie of More: Why Enough Never Feels Like Enough E3
In this episode, we discuss how Jesus warned that the cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches can choke the life out of us. Additionally, we examine how possessions, anxiety, and endless striving leave us spiritually exhausted...
The Third Seed: What Is Choking Your Faith? E2
In this episode of The Third Seed, we take a deeper look at Jesus’ warning about the seed that falls among thorns and the worries, distractions, wealth, and possessions that slowly choke the life out of faith. What begins a...
The Third Seed - Understanding Parables E1
In this first episode of The Third Seed, we explore Jesus’ Parable of the Sower and the uncomfortable truth behind the third seed the one choked by thorns. Why did Jesus speak in parables, and what does it mean to “hear but not underst...
Moving Forward
After months of faith and discipline, pouring into a separate passion project, we're back and ready to step into a new chapter! In this episode of TangibleTalks, we share a milestone update: the Dusty book is complete and moving into p...
Choosing the Best Part
On today's episode, Jana and Reata share about the real progress, struggles and lessons they've experienced while working oh their children's book over the past 3 months. Stepping into something new isn't easy, distractions, doubt, and busy sch...
Necessary Endings & New Beginnings
On today’s episode, we close out the old year and step into the new. The timing of our Necessary Endings and New Beginnings series couldn’t be more fitting as we explore today’s theme, “From the Old to the New.” Often, necessary ending...
Advent E4
In the final reading of our Advent series, TangibleTalks turns our hearts to the promise yet to come: the return of Christ. From the clouds of Acts to the eternal kingdom of Revelation, Scripture reminds us that the Messiah who came in humility...
Advent E3
In this third Advent reading, TangibleTalks turns from the birth of Christ to the breathtaking reality of Christ in us. Through passages from John, Isaiah, Paul, and more, we reflect on the Light who stepped into the world—and now shin...
Advent E2
In this second Advent reading, TangibleTalks turns to the moment when God’s long-awaited promise takes on flesh. Through the angel’s visit to Mary, her joyful meeting with Elizabeth, and the humble birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, we hear the Scrip...
Advent E1
As we enter the Advent season, TangibleTalks begins a simple and Scripture-centered journey toward Christmas. In this first reading, we revisit the ancient promises that foretold the Messiah, Immanuel, God with us. Through the words of Isaiah, ...
Biblical Characters E22 - Isaiah (Part 2)
In our final episode of this year’s “Biblical Characters” series, TangibleTalks returns to Isaiah; this time exploring the prophet’s rich themes of waiting, hope, and the Messiah who fulfills every promise. From the soaring words of Isaiah 40 t...
Biblical Characters E21 - Isaiah (Part 1)
In this kickoff to our two-part study on Isaiah, TangibleTalks dives into the life and message of one of Scripture’s most powerful prophets. Isaiah warned Judah of coming judgment, challenged nations who trusted in their own strength, and point...
Biblical Characters E20 - Jeremiah (Part 2)
In this powerful conclusion to our series on Jeremiah, Jana and Reata trace the prophet’s journey from warnings of judgment to promises of redemption. Imprisoned, betrayed, and carried into exile, Jeremiah never stopped proclaiming God’s truth ...
Biblical Characters E19 - Jeremiah (Part 1)
In this episode of TangibleTalks, Jana and Reata begin their deep dive into the life of Jeremiah, the prophet and priest known for his courage, heartbreak, and unwavering faithfulness. Called by God to deliver messages no one wanted to hear, Je...
Biblical Characters E18 - Daniel (Part 3)
In this final discussion on Daniel, we dive into chapters 7–12—where the prophet himself becomes the dreamer. From beasts and rams to sealed scrolls and angelic messengers, Daniel’s visions unveil both the near and distant future. Though the my...
Biblical Characters E17 - Daniel (Part 2)
In this episode of TangibleTalks Podcast, Jana and Reata dive into the dramatic life of Daniel. From interpreting royal dreams to surviving a den of lions, we explore Nebuchadnezzar’s humbling tree vision, Belshazzar’s ominous handwrit...
Biblical Characters E16 - Daniel (Part 1)
In this episode of the Biblical Characters series, Jana and Reata kick off a powerful deep dive into the life of Daniel, not just the man who survived the lions’ den, but a young exile who rose through the ranks of Babylonian power by ...
Biblical Characters E15 - David (Part 3)
In the final installment of our deep dive into King David, we explore the unraveling of a once-great king. From the fallout of his sin with Bathsheba to the heartbreaking turmoil within his family and kingdom, David's final years reveal the cos...
Biblical Characters E14 - David (Part 2)
In this powerful follow-up on the life of David, Jana and Reata trace his journey from fugitive to King of all Israel. As Saul falls on the battlefield, David rises to unite the tribes, bring the Ark to Jerusalem, and lead Israel into its golde...
Biblical Characters E13 - David (Part 1)
On today's episode of TangibleTalks, we kick off our multi-part look at one of the Bible’s most compelling figures: David - a man who is many things including a shepherd, poet, warrior, and king. But before the crown, there was the tes...
Biblical Characters - Moses (Part 4)
In this final chapter of our Moses series, Jana and Reata walk with Moses and the Israelites into the wilderness—a place of testing, transformation, and hard lessons. Why did a generation freed from slavery still think like slaves? What kept th...