Houston we have a problem – again! This month, on Episode 074 of The Naked Party Time Podcast, Sabrina and I celebrate our 6 year podcast anniversary by re-visiting the most watched and listened to episode in our history. We go back to Episode 034, where for the first time, we were able to reveal to…
On this episode, Sabrina and I share the five toughest lessons we’ve learned in marriage. Lord knows, we’ve learned many more than five, and we could have easily called this “the five worst decisions we’ve ever made in our marriage,” but either way, here you go! If you haven’t, please take a moment…
In this episode, we talk about the rhythm of our spiritual relationship. Being with Jesus and becoming more like Jesus are the desired outcomes of today’s podcast. We talk about the “why” behind 5 key spiritual practices. What you do will only be as strong as why you do it. The purpose of spiritual…
In this episode of The Naked Party Time Podcast, we talk about the what, why, and how of a spending fast, by replaying Episode 007 called “Spending fast challenge.” Sabrina and I are doing our third spending fast in three years as we felt led to recalibrate, refocus, and reenergize our finances towa…
In this episode, Sabrina and I continue the series on the rhythms of transition by talking about the rhythm of rest through Sabbath. Other episodes mentioned: Episode 010 & 011 “The Sabbath Practice” Resources Mentioned: Sabbath sermon series Jeff did at Element Church called “Sabbath: More than a J…
Everyone experiences transitions in life. Some we choose while others are forced on us. Some are larger than others, but every transition creates distractions that can derail us. That’s why we must be intentional on key rhythms in our life, that keep us moving in the right direction. And that’s what…
How did we end up in Houston, TX? That’s what Sabrina, and I talk about in Episode 034 of the Naked Party Time Podcast called, “Houston, we have a problem!” In this episode, we share some more behind-the-scenes details about how God brought the paths of us and The Harbor together to where we are tod…
In Episode 031, Sabrina and I talk about some principles that help you to wait well when you are waiting in your calling. Do you ever feel like God is preventing a dream from being fulfilled, or forcing you to wait on something you believe He called you to? In those moments, remember this, when it s…
In this episode, we talk about how to know when you’re called to something. We also unpack in further detail our decision to resign from Element Church effective January 10th, 2022.
In Episode 023, we talk about the third and final part of our conversation called “Marriage on Mission.” Without an agreed upon mission to pursue, and values that define your marriage, it’s very easy for both spouses to pursue their own unspoken mission and values, which will create more conflict th…
In this episode, we get very real and raw as we keep talking about sex with some tips to thriving sexually in marriage. Before listening to this episode, if you haven’t yet, you may want to go back and listen to Episode’s 018 – 021. In those episodes, we talk about “Marriage on Mission” and then div…
In this episode, we start to tackle the subject we’ve been teasing about since we started the podcast…sexual intimacy. We’ve titled this episode, “Let’s talk about sex, baby!” If you know the song, you know! Sex is awesome! It is a good gift from God. But like every good gift, our enemy the devil wa…
Episode 020 of The Naked Partytime Podcast is live! In this episode, Jeff and Sabrina dive into the five levels of intimacy in relationships and marriage. If we don’t cultivate every area of intimacy in marriage, we’ll be in danger of being great roommates, but only average spouses. 20% of US coupl…
In this episode, Jeff and Sabrina finish up their series called “I don’t want to go back to normal, because normal wasn’t working.” They tackle the final two parts of our Pre-COVID world that we don’t want to go back to normal on. Relational health and speed of life. If you haven’t heard the previou…
In Episode #002 we start a four-part series of podcasts called “I don’t want to go back to normal, because normal wasn’t working.” Today we’re going to highlight six things total that we don’t want to go back to normal on, then in the next three podcasts, we’re going to cover two of the six things e…
Sabrina and I are so excited to officially drop Episode 000 of The Naked Party Time Podcast, where we get real and raw about life, leadership, and love; while having lots of fun along the way. A HUGE shout out and thank you to Hayley Laban for the amazing artwork! In our podcast, we will talk about…
Today is St. Patrick’s Day, the Patron Saint of Ireland — but did you know he wasn’t even Irish? He was from Northern Britain – and green wasn’t even a color associated with him. He didn’t drive the snakes out of Ireland and most likely did not use the shamrock to teach about the Trinity. But the re…
What, and who, should I vote for? I want to point you to an incredible resource that has been extremely valuable in my life called The Pour Over. The Pour Over exists to be a trustworthy news resource guiding people toward eternal hope. When responding to current events, they imagine a world where p…
As we finished up our sermon series on politics called “Undivided Kingdom” at The Harbor , I wanted to provide a short overview and reminder of the key signposts of a politically undivided heart. These aren’t the only signs, but they are some of the most foundational from our series. If you’d like t…
On Sunday at The Harbor we presented a prayer for our leaders, based on 1 Timothy 2:1-2. I thought it might be helpful to include a model of this prayer for those who want it. You can use the text below, or you can download a free PDF of the prayer HERE or by clicking on the image to the left. 1 Tim…
Meet the Maness Family! After being introduced as the next Senior Pastor of The Harbor in Friendswood, TX, this last Sunday, I figured we might have a couple of new followers or some people curiously checking us out online. My name is Jeff Maness! My wife is Sabrina. We have been married for 24 year…
Even in times of uncertainty, I will move ahead as I rest in God’s Sovereignty, rejoice for all He’s done, and refuse to ever give up. That is a Declaration of Truth I added to my life based on my final sermon this past Sunday at Element Church . Truth statements have become one of the key spiritual…
I will finish what was started! That is a Declaration of Truth I regularly say over my life, and it has been a vital one in my ministry at Element Church . Life is hard. Ministry, like so many other professions, can be weary at times. Having an anchor truth like this has been so helpful during those…
Element Church almost didn’t even get started because of the day in 2007, when I almost gave up. As my final week at Element is underway, my heart and mind are flooded with all sorts of emotions. Joy and praise for all that God has done. Thanks and appreciation for all the people who have loved and…
I run to win! Here is a Declaration of Truth I say over my life: I run to win! I am disciplined in my training, running with purpose in every step toward an eternal prize. I train my body to do what it should and I will not be disqualified. Truth statements have become one of the key spiritual disci…
I’m not perfect, so sometimes, I will let people down. What matters is being obedient to God. I will obey God! That is a Declaration of Truth I regularly say over my life. Truth statements have become one of the key spiritual disciplines that help me replace the enemy’s lies with the Truth of God’s…
Since around 1991, many people, including some states, having chosen to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the 2nd Monday of October, also known as Columbus Day. The very fact that I’m worried about how some people will respond to me posting about this day shows just how far we still have to go in…
On Sunday at Element Church we are starting a brand new sermon series called, “When God Disappears.” Disease. Violence. Death. Natural Disasters. Economic collapse. Broken relationships. Those are just a few of the things in life that cause us suffering and make it feel like God has disappeared.…
