How To Not Care What People Think And Still Care About People

Hi Friends,

It’s so easy to write people off, isn’t it?  When they don’t see things the way we do, vote the way we do, belong to the same group we do… But here’s the thing:  it's in the sharing of our stories, leaning in to listen and learn, NOT winning someone over to our side, that we grow!  When we posted about the insurrection at the Capitol and the inauguration, we watched as our social media number plummeted.  All of a sudden people assumed so much about who we are and what we believe.  At first we wondered if we did something wrong… but it led to beautiful, complicated conversations that we would never have had otherwise!  

So this week’s podcast episode asks & attempts to answer this question: how do we not care what people think, but still care about people?  Wow - that’s tough, isn’t it?  To show up and share your perspective in love, AND leave space for others to do the same is not easy, but it’s necessary.  We are equal parts nervous & excited about being more transparent, and engaging in vulnerable conversations as we move into 2021.  We want to let you in to our questions & the things we’re working through, and we trust that if you’re here on the journey with us, you want to join in the conversation and do the same!  Our prayer is that even in conflict, we could be loving towards each other.  If we make our point but lose the plot of loving God & people, we’ve lost everything.  We love you and we’re so glad you’re here!  

 

PS - we are launching a PATREON!  Never heard of it?  It's the ultimate L&TO insiders’ subscription, a chance to get unreleased songs, conversations, and devotionals delivered to you personally every month!  We will even do a Worship Wednesday exclusive just for Patreon members and pray for you all individually.  We are excited about going deeper with you, and we hope you’ll join us!  Patreon launches Feb. 1st!  Stay tuned for more info :)

 

PPS - if you’ve been looking for a way to participate in being light in the world during this COVID season, check out www.lovehealinghugs.com and sponsor a life-changing surgery for a child who desperately needs one!  For one dollar a day for a year, you can send a Healing Hug to a little one whose family can’t afford to pay for the surgery.  As God continues to provide for you, why not help provide for someone less fortunate than yourself.  Love you all, thanks for being so generous!!  

 

Chris, Jodi, Milo & Ziggy