Episodes

Kep and James (two very close friends for decades) chat through their lives and discuss what is God up to as they journey together as Christian brothers. Bio: James Shelley is a local elder and worship leader at Mountain View Church. James has been married to Brandi for 28 years and they have 5 kids.

Join Larry Crabb as he continues our journey through the 7 questions.

Join 3 guys who have been journeying through a messy life as God begins to reveal what He is doing in our souls as we cling to the Cross to continue. Bios: Lee Hummel is a retired counselor of 24 years. He has a master’s from Philadelphia College of the Bible. He has 2 adult sons and a gorgeous granddaughter. He and his wife live in upstate New York. Glen Urquhart has been married for 40plus years and lives with his wife in south Florida – after years in the crazy business world.

What shapes your perspective when you consider the question, “Who is God?” Karlene and Rosanne discuss how relational experiences filter our engagement with Scripture and can distort our view of God and why moving beyond mere doctrinal assent to pursuing knowing the Triune God in a personal way is propels us into the mystery of walking by faith. Bios: Rosanne Moore – If Jesus is Who He says He is, why doesn’tbeing a Christian seem to work better? More to the point, why didn’t it seem to make pe...

Walk with us as we take a deep dive into the 7 Questions of Spiritual Theology. In this session you’ll hear Kep and Kent begin to explore Question 1: Who Is God? Bio: Kent Denlinger served as a lead pastor of Valley Springs Fellowship in Warsaw, Indiana for 32 years. For 15 years, he also worked for NewWay Ministries as a spiritual director at the Schools of Spiritual Direction and NextStep. After retiring from the pastorate in 2018, Kent spent 5 years as a corporate chaplain in Cincinnati, Ohi...

Larger Story will be going to be in Jackson Tenn., just outside the Memphis area and holding a conference called “Not Myself, By Myself” an introduction and invitation to relational discipleship on January 26 and 27, 2024. Bio: Duncan Sprague – Since 2007, Duncan has served as a bi-vocational minister with International Christian Ministries (ICM), Compassion International, Cadence International, and Larger Story (LS), where he regularly contributes to LS vlogs, webinars, and podcasts. Duncan br...

When Dr. Larry Crabb approached Scripture, he asked the question: “What questions has God answered for us?” His study produced a framework of understanding that he called “The Seven Questions of Spiritual Theology.” This was the foundation of his Schools of Spiritual Directions training, and during 2024, Larger Story will be sharing recordings of Dr. Larry Crabb that have not previously been released. During each month this year, on our podcast, in our book club, and on our blog, we’ll be explor...

An encouraging word to those who have lost loved ones or are alone during the holidays. The Best is Yet to Come. Bios: Ken Crabb– Ken Crabb is the youngest of Dr. Larry Crabb’s two sons. He has been married for 21 years and has three daughters. Ken and his family live in North Carolina. Rachael Crabb – Author Rachael Crabb is a former teacher and ministry consultant who has spoken for conferences and ministry retreats worldwide. Married to Dr. Larry Crabb for over 54 yrs, she is the mother of ...

What happens when a family decides to shift the focus of their holiday celebration from gift giving and receiving to creating memorable experiences together and sharing them with others. Join Karlene, her son Nick Cannon, and her daughter, Ivy Hill, as they talk about their journey as a family into Christmas Different. Bios: Ivy Hill – In fifth grade, Ivy wrote one thing in her journal: “My goal- Get into Duke.” Seven years later, she met that goal, which tells you a lot about her enormous capa...

Larger Story will be going to be in Jackson Tenn., just outside the Memphis area and holding a conference called “Not Myself, By Myself” an introduction and invitation to relational discipleship on January 26 and 27, 2024. Bio: Duncan Sprague – Since 2007, Duncan has served as a bi-vocational minister with International Christian Ministries (ICM), Compassion International, Cadence International, and Larger Story (LS), where he regularly contributes to LS vlogs, webinars, and podcasts. Duncan br...

What happens when 4 members of one family process the ups and downs of their story together? Spiritual formation occurs, and an amazing book is published! Join Rosanne Moore as she talks today with Dr. Stephanie Holmes about how learning to embrace neurodiversity within her family has drawn all of them together to become more like Jesus. Bio: Stephanie C. Holmes is formerly a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of NC. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Campbell...

What is prayers role in handling conflicts or tensions? Join us as we chat about this important topic Bio: Since 2007, Duncan has served as a bi-vocational minister with International Christian Ministries (ICM), Compassion International, Cadence International, and Larger Story (LS), where he regularly contributes to LS vlogs, webinars, and podcasts. Duncan brings his passion for trinitarian-relating and relational development, along with years of rich cross-cultural experience to every person an...

How do you come to God when you’ve repeatedly prayed for a need that remains unresolved? What happens in your heart when you sense God is beckoning you to bring your desires to Him? This week Rosanne Moore picks up where we left off last week in sharing how God’s intervention in Karlene’s life became an invitation for her family to enter old pain and engage on a new journey of trust. Rosanne Moore’s Bio: If Jesus is Who He says He is, why doesn’t being a Christian seem to work better? More to t...

Knowing that God says He loves us is one thing, but personally encountering His delight in us often involves confronting the ways we resist His grace. Karlene Cannon shares her PAPA Prayer story of God’s subversive generosity in revealing His heart for her. Karlene Cannon’s Bio: In 2012, Karlene Cannon sat across a dinner table from Rachael and Larry Crabb and was captivated as Larry talked about his Teleios project- his dream for how his lifework and legacy of relational spiritual formation w...

Darrell is an author and teacher who reminds Kep of his late father. Join Kep as he bounces several topics off Darrell Johnson as they talk about end times, the church and a few other topics. Bio: Darrell Johnson has been preaching Jesus Christ and His Gospel for over 50 years. He has served a number of Presbyterian congregations in California, Union Church of Manila in the Philippines, and the historic First Baptist Church in the heart of Vancouver, Canada. He has taught preaching for Fuller C...

Jesus invites us to come to Him in faith with all of our requests. So what do we do with the times He doesn’t seem to answer prayer for legitimate needs? Dr. Larry Crabb explores the mystery of relationship with a God Whose character can be trusted even when life doesn’t make sense to us. Bio: Through his storied 40-year career as a Bible teacher, psychologist, and author, Dr. Larry Crabb shared the movement of God in his own soul and through his story. In every book, article, sermon, or semina...

Listen to two fathers who want to know better what your prayer life for our kids and others can be – the power of prayer! Bio: Roosevelt Leslie, is a graduate of Colorado Christian University with degrees in Sports science and Biblical studies. Married to Elizabeth Leslie from Lima, Peru in which they met at CCU (both from families of pastors in ministry), and have been married for 20 years with two sons Micah and Jordan. Professionally Roosevelt is a health and wellness teacher and head baske...

Welcome back to Part 2 of Karlene’s conversation with Mimi Dixon where they discuss what it means to always be invited into conversation with the Father, always welcomed into the Beloved Community of the Trinity, and always enjoyed by the one who calls you “dear, worthy one.” Bio: Renovare’ Board of Directors, Institute Faculty, Ministry Team Miriam (Mimi) Dixon began her ministry in 1979 serving as an associate pastor at Northminster Presbyterian Church in Seattle, Washington. From April of 1...

What is prayer? Is it an art- a creative expression of your soul? A science- a persistent and methodological accounting of your needs and the needs of others? Or is it a mysterious invitation that welcomes you into the heart of the Trinity and the story They are telling? Join Karlene, and her guest, Mimi Dixon as they talk about the vibrant power of our consistent and persistent praying. Bio: Renovare’ Board of Directors, Institute Faculty, Ministry Team Miriam (Mimi) Dixon began her ministry ...

What is your prayer life like? Get a chance to hear a unique conversation between brothers who have wrestled with their prayer lives for years – what does it mean to live a SPIRIT led life starting with prayer? An eternal perspective can change the way you pray! Bio: Ken Crabb is the youngest of Dr. Larry Crabb’s two sons. He has been married for 21 years and has three daughters. Ken and his family live in North Carolina. Links: The PAPA Prayer Reading & Relating Book Club Transcript Kep Crabb...

Have you met Larger Story’s newest team member? Join us as Rosanne Moore introduces Brittany Wood, our Gen Z addition to the team, and they talk about SoulTalk, what gets in the way of meaningful conversations – especially inter-generationally – and how we can be on the lookout for the ways God shows up in our daily interactions. Bio: Brittany Wood is 23, and has been married to her husband Andrew for 2 years. She is an avid reader and enjoys spending time in nature. She asked the Lord into her...

Three Friends Reconnecting: The Power of a Redemptive Chat Between Spiritual Friends. Conversing with soul friends on the journey toward home. Bios: Anthony Vartulli – Anthony Vartuli has been gifted and called as a shepherd of God’s people, serving in various capacities over the past four decades: pastor, spiritual director, and hospice chaplain. He holds a Master of Theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary, a Master of Biblical Counseling from Colorado Christian University, and a Doct...

What makes a conversation matter? How do I know if I had any impact? Join Karlene and Arlita Ibach as they talk about what it looks like to see every conversation as an opportunity to stir up an appetite for God. Bio: A soul hungry for the life of God, Arlita Ibach sovereignly stumbled on the work of Larry Crabb in the early 2000’s and her life was changed. She and her family (husband, Butch and two sons, Chad and Drew) soon became great friends of Larry and Rachel and continues to be good frie...

How do you open yourself up to the Spirit’s movement in your marriage and with your friends? How do we rely on the Holy Spirit to relate with people? Tap into the power of the Holy Spirit in a way that changes how you live and love. Soul talk is the Spirit moving through us toward another. The Spirit will lead you as you move into the life of your spouse. Bio: James Shelley by day, is a product manager at Denver Hardwood Company, and has been actively serving in his home church as leader on the...