We drift into friendships by accident. We take whoever shows up. We assume good friendships just happen. But Proverbs 13:20 is clear: "He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed." Your friends are literally shaping your future — for better or worse. In this episode of the Live Bold Podcast, Ryan and Gina break down: - Why most people lack deep, meaningful friendships — and what to do about it - The Circle of Friendship (outer, inner, and core) and why not all friendships should carry the same weight - How to be intentional about finding the right people instead of just drifting - Why "surprise friends" are often your most loyal and faithful ones - How to quietly reposition people in your life without drama or awkward conversations - The difference between a sharpening friend and a flattering one (and why flattery is actually manipulation) - Where to find the best friends (hint: it starts with where you put yourself) This one hit close to home. If you've ever felt lonely, stuck in the wrong friendships, or just hungry for deeper community — this episode is for you.

I’m excited to share that my brand new book Jonah for a New Generation is releasing this summer. In it, I explore how you can step into both personal and corporate revival in a fresh, practical way. This daily devotional walks you through the story of the ancient prophet Jonah with meaningful insights and inspiration for your everyday life. Also available now is the Revival Ready video devotional curriculum, based on the book of Jonah. Just click the Classroom tab and sign up today.

Let's be honest — the church is full of people. And wherever there are people, there are problems. Conflict doesn't mean your church is broken. It means it's human. But unresolved conflict? That's what fragments churches, destroys relationships, and gives the enemy a foothold. In this episode of the Live Bold Podcast, Ryan and Gina walk through 6 biblical stages from Matthew 18 that every believer needs to know — whether you're a pastor, leader, or someone sitting in the pew. Here's what they cover: - The Personal Stage — Why you must go one-on-one first before involving anyone else - The Private Stage — When and how to bring one or two trusted people into the conversation - The Church Leader Stage — When it's finally appropriate to escalate (and why most people skip straight here) - The Discipline Stage — The most uncomfortable stage, but one of the most loving things a church can do - The Prayer Stage — What to do when you've done everything and it's time to hand it to God - The Forgiveness Stage — The stage that is always possible, regardless of what the other person does Real stories. Real situations. Real wisdom. This episode could save a friendship, a marriage, or even your church.

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Are you ready for God to revive your heart? I can't wait to release this upcoming study on the book of Jonah. Here is a sneak peak. https://www.loom.com/share/805cef51baeb4210bf435e181cb2d80e