Doing Life Together

Jason Shirley

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Pastor's Jason and Tiffany Shirley talk about life, ministry, current events and relevant topics to bring encouragement and strength to your life. Jason and Tiffany have been married to over 20 years, have two kids, are business owners, community leaders, and Pastor Word of Life Church in Carlsbad, NM

3d ago

Why Earthquakes, Wars, and COVID Are Not the Sign You Think

What does the Bible actually say about the end times? If you have ever felt confused by all the different theories, timelines, and predictions floating around, this is a clear and grounded breakdown of what Scripture teaches about the last days, the return of Christ, and what we are supposed to be doing right now. Topics covered include: Are we really living in the last days?The difference between the early rain and the latter rainA simple biblical timeline of end times events (Rapture, Tribulation, Second Coming, Final Judgment)What the Antichrist and the mark of the beast actually meanHow Christians will be judged and why those in Christ have nothing to fearThe signs of the end times from Matthew 24 and the Olivet DiscourseThe spiritual meaning behind earthquakes, famines, pestilence, and warsWhy we should stop trying to predict the date of Christ's returnThe one sign of the end times you can actually participate inHow to pray for those who do not yet know JesusWhat Jesus expects to find us doing when He returnsThe end times are not meant to make us fearful or obsessed with predictions. They are meant to make us purposeful. The greatest move of God the world has ever seen is still ahead, and the gospel being preached to every nation is the sign that matters most. Whether you are new to studying Bible prophecy or have been studying it for years, this is a practical and biblically grounded look at the last days that will leave you encouraged and motivated to take action. Keywords: end times, last days, Bible prophecy, rapture, second coming of Christ, tribulation, antichrist, mark of the beast, signs of the end times, Matthew 24, Olivet Discourse, book of revelation, what does the Bible say about the end times, is Jesus coming back, final judgment, millennial reign, early rain and latter rain, Joel prophecy, Christian eschatology, end times timeline, how to prepare for the end times, gospel to all nations, Christian living, Holy Spirit revival
6d ago

Shame is the Silent Killer of Marriages

What happens when trauma, shame, or past wounds follow you into your marriage? This message digs into one of the most important and often overlooked realities of married life: unhealed pain does not stay in the past. It shapes how you communicate, how much you trust, and how safe you feel being truly known by your spouse. One of the most powerful insights covered here is the difference between your spouse triggering you and your spouse triggering the trigger. That one distinction can completely change how you approach conflict and where you direct your energy when things get hard. Topics covered include: How unhealed trauma affects marriage and communicationWhat rebuilding trust actually looks like over timeThe difference between guilt and shame, and why shame creates walls in relationshipsPractical tools for having hard conversations without escalating conflictHow to keep your marriage strong when kids, work, and life take overWhat biblical, covenant love really means and how it differs from feelings-based loveThe meaning of agape love and 1 Corinthians 13 in the context of marriageWhether you are in a season of rebuilding, trying to prevent drift in your relationship, or simply looking for practical tools to strengthen your marriage, this message offers honest, grounded guidance rooted in Scripture and real life.
Sep 1

"I felt trapped in the call until God told me I could leave" - w/Guest Daniel Shirley

What does it really look like to trust God through a long and difficult calling? The story of Word of Life Church in Carlsbad, New Mexico answers that question in a powerful and deeply personal way. Pastor Daniel received a call from the Holy Spirit in 1982 while standing in a driveway in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Nine years passed before the church launched. Those years were not a delay. They were preparation. When the church finally opened in 1991, the early days were marked by small crowds, financial hardship, and the kind of unglamorous faithfulness that rarely makes it into highlight reels. Pastor Daniel worked three jobs to keep his family afloat, delivering pizzas and newspapers while leading a congregation that sometimes consisted of just his own family. Yet through every hard season, the call remained clear: keep doing what God said to do. This message explores what the Bible teaches about holding on when you want to quit, why struggle does not mean you missed God, and how faith and patience working together over time produce the promises of God. Drawing from Hebrews 10:23, Hebrews 6:10-15, and 1 John 4:4, this is a word for anyone who is in the hard middle of something God called them to. Topics covered include how God calls people to ministry and purpose, why preparation time is not wasted time, what to do when obedience gets difficult, how to rehearse God's faithfulness to rewire your thinking toward hope, and what the Bible says to those who feel they have already walked away from their calling. If you have ever asked whether God is still with you in the struggle, whether your work is being seen, or whether it is too late to return to something you left behind, this message speaks directly to those questions. Keywords: trusting God's call, church planting story, faith and patience, long obedience, holding on to God's promises, Hebrews 10:23, God's faithfulness, ministry struggles, starting a church, purpose and calling, Christian encouragement, overcoming discouragement, Word of Life Church Carlsbad New Mexico, Abraham's faith, preparation season, God sees your work, not giving up on God's call, Christian perseverance, faith in hard times, Holy Spirit calling
Aug 25

Stop Hiding Your Grief… It’s Not Helping You Heal

In this episode of the Doing Life Together podcast, we sit down with Chuck Burton from Tulsa, Oklahoma for a raw, honest, and surprisingly funny conversation about end-of-life planning. Chuck brings decades of wisdom as a former children’s pastor, care pastor, fire department chaplain, and current funeral home team member. We talk about why planning ahead matters so much, what a pre-need actually is, how emotional decisions drive up costs, and practical ways to take pressure off your family when the time comes. We also dig into the spiritual side of death and grief, healthy ways to mourn without getting stuck, the power of community and the local church in hard seasons, and why treating people right while they’re still here is one of the greatest gifts you can give. There are laughs, real stories, a few tears, and plenty of practical takeaways for anyone in their 30s, 40s, or beyond who wants to love their family well all the way to the finish line. Thanks for doing life with us. We love you.
Aug 18

I Thought God Was Done With Me

Are you exhausted from trying to hold up your end of a deal with God that He never asked you to make? So many people carry hidden wounds while continuing to serve, lead, and worship, never letting God into the places that hurt most. This is a conversation about perfectionism, shame, grief, and what it actually looks like to stop performing faith and start experiencing it. Key topics covered include: Why striving to earn God's grace is a misunderstanding of the gospelWhat Galatians 2:20 and Hebrews 10:14 reveal about faith, perfection, and the Christian lifeHow grief and loss can distort our view of God and lead to spiritual burnoutWhy worship can become a hiding place instead of a healing placeWhat happens when you finally tell God the honest truthThe difference between healthy deconstruction and losing your faithHow to invite God into your everyday weaknessScriptures referenced: Galatians 2:20, Hebrews 10:14, Philippians 3:12-14, John 4:23, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 If you have ever felt like you were drowning underneath a performance of faith, if you have ever served harder out of guilt than out of joy, if there is a room in your heart you have kept locked because you are afraid of what is inside, this message is for you. God is not waiting on the other side of your honesty with judgment. He is waiting with gentleness.
Aug 11

Stop Spiritually Bypassing your Trauma

Are you carrying deep wounds from trauma, anxiety, depression, or broken relationships and wondering if healing is truly possible? The answer is yes, but it often requires more than a prayer line. It requires doing the work. In this message, we explore what total health really means for a Christian, covering mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual wholeness. Drawing from John 10:10, Romans 12, James 5, Psalm 34, and Philippians 4, we unpack why so many believers stay stuck and what God has made available for real, lasting healing. Topics covered include: What spiritual bypassing is and why it is dangerousHow biblical meditation supports mental health and rewires the brainThe connection between anxiety, fear, and depressionHow breath work is both scientifically effective and spiritually groundedWhat neuroplasticity has to do with renewing your mindHow to avoid a victim mindset after traumaWhy choosing to pursue healing is itself an act of faithWhether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, or simply feeling stuck, this message offers practical, biblically grounded tools to help you move forward. God works through prayer, through people, and through professional help. He does not waste pain, and He is near to the brokenhearted.
Aug 4

"Revenge is a dish best served cold"... Jesus says otherwise

In this episode of Doing Life Together, we kick things off with a wild New Mexico bear story that didn’t end the way we hoped… then dig deep into something that can either free us or lock us in a coffin of our own making: truthful forgiveness. Jason and Tiffany talk about why bitterness, offense, and “I hope they get what’s coming to them” are some of the enemy’s favorite tools to divide the church, destroy community, and keep us from the abundant life Jesus promised. We unpack Matthew 5, Galatians 6, the real meaning behind “seventy times seven,” the symbolism of the sycamine tree, and what it actually looks like to release people the same way Jesus released us. You’ll also hear: - Updates and registration info for the Thrive Health Conference (Sept 11-13) - A powerful book recommendation - Why we’re stocking Forgiven Energy drinks in the Word of Life Café - A raw personal story about the cost of holding onto offense If you’ve been carrying something that keeps resurfacing, this one’s for you. Register for Thrive Health Conference → thrivehealthconference.com Also available at wolcarlsbad.com Subscribe, like, comment, and share this episode. Your interaction helps get the word into more hands. We’re doing life together. See you next week.
Jul 28

The Friends Who Let You Question God (And Why You Need Them)

Are your relationships built to last through the hard seasons of life? This message digs into what it truly means to build lasting community, navigate crisis with faith, and keep growing even when life gets difficult. We were never designed to walk through life alone. God said it from the beginning, and the nature of the Trinity itself reflects relationship at its core. But real community does not happen by accident. It requires intentional choices, including accepting people as they are, owning our mistakes quickly, and asking ourselves whether we value being right more than we value the person in front of us. This message covers practical and biblical principles for building the kind of relationships that hold up under pressure. Topics include why multi-generational relationships matter, how to navigate crisis when it arrives at your door, why honesty with God and others is the starting point for healing, and what it looks like to keep pressing forward in faith even when you have not arrived. Whether you are walking through grief, struggling in your marriage, feeling isolated, or simply looking to grow deeper in your faith and community, this message offers real, grounded encouragement for wherever you are right now. Key topics covered include Christian community and relationships, how to get through crisis as a believer, the importance of honesty in faith, multi-generational mentorship in the church, marriage and conflict resolution from a biblical perspective, mental health and therapy for Christians, pressing on in faith and spiritual growth, and building a strong foundation before the storm comes. Scriptures referenced include Philippians 3:12 and 2 Corinthians 12:10. If you have been trying to go it alone, this is your reminder that you were made for more. Community, honesty, and a willingness to keep growing are not optional extras in the Christian life. They are central to it. Subscribe for weekly messages on faith, relationships, and living out the gospel in everyday life.

Pastor's Jason and Tiffany Shirley talk about life, ministry, current events and relevant topics to bring encouragement and strength to your life. Jason and Tiffany have been married to over 20 years, have two kids, are business owners, community leaders, and Pastor Word of Life Church in Carlsbad, NM

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Jason Shirley
Years Active

2024 - 2026
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50
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