Neighbors with Ali Parsons

Episode 35: 10 Things I'm Learning

From walking in my why, practicing humility (in both pride and insecurity), and trying to figure out how the heck to be a podcaster, this year has been WILD. We are celebrating one whole year of the Neighbors Podcast and this episode, Ali unpacks 10 learnings from our first year and how it applies to any dream or life experience (not just podcasting). 
 
Mostly, we are just so grateful for YOU. Neighbors is not Neighbors without every listen, view, subscriber, follower, and friend. So thanks for being as much a part of this journey as we are. Here’s to year 2!
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Episode 34: From Crack to Christian with Ron Armstrong

Ron's story is one of redemption in so many ways. From a tough childhood (to say the least) to drug running to being radically saved and changing his life, Ron embodies what it looks like to be on mission everywhere he goes. 
Ron is the Founder and Executive Director of Sponsored by Grace, a ministry that exists to empower children and families by sharing the Gospel, connecting them to a local faith family, and meeting their physical needs, along with Grounds of Grace, a local coffee company that serves to support the mission and vision of Sponsored by Grace. In summary, Ron is moving mountains in the city of Jacksonville by walking out what God has called him to do.
To follow along with Sponsored by Grace, @sponsoredbygracejax
To follow along with Grounds of Grace, @groundsofgracejax
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Episode 33: Wheel of Topics with Caitlin Armstrong

Another episode with your favorite, and mine, Caitlin Armstrong. The Wheel of Topics is back (this is the least creative name, but it’s all we got) and we cover Target horror stories, the Olympics in review, our favorite parables, and confidence to wear makeup when we feel like it...or not.
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Episode 32: Identity, Confidence, and a Purpose Beyond Ourselves with Demi-Leigh Tebow

If anyone knows about wearing a crown, it's Demi. But, as powerful as being crowned Miss Universe in 2017 was, she quickly discovered that title was fleeting and was faced with an identity crisis. And so started her identity journey of rooting herself in Jesus. We talk confidence, purpose, friendship, and how God gives us experiences to always draw us near Him. Demi is full of stories, wisdom, and learnings from her walk with the Lord as she has stepped from season to season. I know you'll be encouraged AND I know you'll want to order her book so here's the link to her website or you can get it wherever books are sold: https://demitebow.com/
Order on Amazon Here!
follow Demi @demitebow
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Episode 31: A Conversation with my Mom and Dad

Season 3 is coming to an end and there felt like no better way to close it out than with this special conversation with my very own parents. Now in their mid 60s, they have raised 3 girls, led amazing careers (paid and unpaid), and now are taking retirement head on as an opportunity to deepen their faith and share it with others. I am inspired by their boldness and encouraged by their reflection on what they did and didn’t do as parents, spouses, friends, and followers of Jesus. I love these two people so deeply and I hope this conversations brightens your day!
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Episode 30: Sharing Jesus Through Sharing Food with Patryk Krasinska

This man makes magic with every dish he prepares! And it’s not just his food, it’s his love for Jesus THROUGH the food that fills the soul. Patryk is one of the kindest, most vibrant men of God and he is truly trying to take each step in obedience to what God is calling him to do. And for many years it has been sharing Jesus through preparing food. He is an incredible chef, co-founder of Sausage Dudes (the actual best sausage you’ll ever eat, go to Publix and get some right now), husband, dad, and devoted follower of Jesus. He is what it looks like to live out your unique calling from God for His glory alone.
 
Go give @thesausagedudes a follow!
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Episode 29: The Refining Power of Hard with Pastor Josh Turner

He'll make you laugh, he'll make you cry, he'll make you look at hard things in a new light. Pastor Josh Turner is no stranger to hard things. His personal story of faith beyond his circumstances has revealed and fueled his calling to help Christian leaders stay healthy in life and ministry. His perspective on suffering and how that has solidified his relationship with Jesus will encourage, convict, and challenge you. Josh and the entire team at 10Ten project are committed to helping leaders stay in the game and live fully alive. 
 
You can follow all the good work they're doing @10tenproject or keep up with Pastor Josh @joshuaturner
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Episode 28: The Secret of Being Content with Dr. Asher Chanan-Khan

What can I say about Dr. Asher other than his relationship with Jesus is what we should all strive for. He has tasted “success” by the world’s standard and through his 15+ year journey with cancer, he has truly found the secret of being content. We talk about worship through the valleys, the clarity a diagnosis like cancer can bring, and how every day we get to serve God is a gift. This is a man I look up to and I think you will too! 
 
You can get his books here:
Lazarus and Me
Tapestry
Understanding My Brother
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Episode 27: Raising Kids to Launch Them with Gretchen Martin and Rebecca Maxwell

Gretchen and Rebecca are two of the most powerhouse women I know. They are seasoned moms who are launching teens to college this month and have so much wisdom on parenting. And it doesn’t include a list of ten steps to be a better parent. It’s full of grace and authenticity. Space for your kids to be themselves and to come alongside them to point them to our Heavenly Father. If you have teens, will have teens one day, or know a teenager, this one is for you. And to all our parents feeling graduation coming too fast, we see you and love you.
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Episode 26: Do You Trust God? With Ben Harrell

When God closes a door he once opened, what do you do? Do you move towards trust or towards control? Ben Harrell’s authenticity and vulnerability is REFRESHING to say the least. He talks about his journey of God giving him a specific calling to move overseas and be a missionary and then how that calling changed. How he walked the windy road of coping - both negative and positive - and learned to trust God again. There is so much to glean from his experiences and wisdom!
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