The Good Life with Carl Nichols

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Welcome to The Good Life Podcast where we talk about the search for significance, the pursuit of purpose, and challenges of our culture.

  1. 2d ago

    Winning Arguments but Losing Connection? | Clayton King

    Are you winning arguments but losing connection with your spouse? Clayton King joins Pastor Carl Nichols on the Good Life Podcast for an honest conversation about marriage, conflict, and what it takes to build a relationship that lasts. Drawing from their own marriages, they unpack how individualism threatens unity, why silence can create distance, and how vulnerability builds trust. They also explore one question that can change how you respond to your spouse: “Do you need support or do you need a solution?” From understanding the weight your spouse carries to creating a home where your children see God and family prioritized, this episode offers practical encouragement for building a stronger marriage—and shaping the next generation. Act Like You're Married Conference | Friday & Saturday, February 26-27, 2027 Act Like You’re Married is a two-day marriage conference designed to help couples reconnect, laugh together, grow together, and strengthen their marriage with practical, biblical wisdom for real life. Featuring Carl & Julie Nichols and Clayton & Sharie King, this weekend will bring honest conversations, encouragement, and practical tools to help you love your spouse well and build a marriage that lasts. Register here: https://gorelevant.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3930076 💬 What’s one lesson marriage has taught you? Share it in the comments! Subscribe for more conversations about faith, family, and living the good life. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Travel Adventures 02:32 Marriage Insights and Reflections 06:20 Individualism vs. Unity in Marriage 09:06 Conflict Resolution Strategies 22:29 Understanding Needs in Marriage 27:42 The Burden of Silence: Men’s Emotional Struggles 30:47 Building Trust Through Vulnerability 34:42 The Power of Encouragement in Marriage 39:38 Creating a Safe Space for Communication 41:52 The Impact of Family Dynamics on Children 47:23 The Next Generation’s Hunger for Truth 52:56 Investing in Marriage for a Stronger Future #GoodLifePodcast #ClaytonKing #ChristianMarriage #MarriageAdvice #RelevantChurch

  2. Oct 1

    How the Quran Tells a Different Story with Shahriq Khan

    The Bible and the Quran mention many of the same people—but why do their stories differ so dramatically? And what do those differences mean for the identity of Jesus and our need for a Savior? In this episode of The Good Life Podcast, Pastor Carl Nichols and Shahriq Khan examine Islamic teachings from a Christian perspective, comparing accounts of Adam and Eve, Moses, Passover, Noah, and the crucifixion of Jesus. They also explore claims about the corruption of the Torah and explain why these questions matter when sharing the Gospel. The conversation moves from theology to practical outreach: knowing what you believe, understanding what your Muslim neighbors believe, and turning that knowledge into meaningful conversations about Jesus. Watch to the end for practical steps to help you engage with confidence, compassion, and biblical clarity. Subscribe to The Good Life Podcast for more conversations about faith, culture, and living for Christ. #TheGoodLifePodcast #ShahriqKhan #Christianity #Islam #Evangelism

  3. Sep 24

    Islam, Politics, and the Church’s Response with Shahriq Khan

    Why is Islam growing, and how should Christians respond? Shahriq Khan joins Pastor Carl Nichols on The Good Life Podcast to discuss the spread of Islam, the importance of biblical literacy, conversations about faith with young people, and the church’s role in engaging Muslim communities. They also discuss immigration, politics, and why Shahriq believes Christians need to be prepared for thoughtful theological conversations. This episode is an invitation to know what you believe, listen carefully, and engage others with conviction and love. #GoodLifePodcast #ShahriqKhan #Christianity #Islam #BiblicalLiteracy

  4. Sep 17

    The Origins of Islam with Shahriq Khan | Part 1

    WE ARE BACK!! 🎙️ Welcome back to The Good Life Podcast — Session 3! We’re excited to kick off this new season with a powerful three-part conversation featuring Evangelist and Founder of Christ Underground, Shahriq Khan. In Part 1 of this three-part series, Shahriq shares his incredible testimony of how he encountered Jesus Christ while attending college as a Muslim. His life was radically transformed by the Gospel, and he now dedicates his life to bringing the Good News of Jesus to Muslims around the world. This is a conversation about faith, transformation, truth, and the power of the Gospel to change lives. You won’t want to miss this one! The Good Life Podcast — Part 1 of 3 with Shahriq Khan.

  5. May 28

    Rest Isn’t Lazy… It’s Necessary

    Welcome to the final episode of Season 2 of The Good Life Podcast! What a season it has been. We’ve had so many meaningful conversations, powerful moments, and incredible growth along the way, and we’re ending this season with a conversation that so many of us desperately need: REST. Today, Pastor Carl and Pastor Julie continue our journey through Psalm 23 as they dive into what it really means to rest well. They share honest stories from seasons where they embraced healthy rest and saw the impact it had on their lives, relationships, and ministry. They also open up about times when they ignored the need for rest, pushed too hard, and experienced the toll it took on themselves and the people around them. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, emotionally drained, or like you’re constantly running on empty, this conversation is for you. Rest isn’t weakness — it’s part of God’s design for our lives. This episode is real, encouraging, practical, and full of wisdom. Stick around to the end — we believe this conversation could genuinely change the way you view rest, rhythm, and your relationship with God. 🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs a reminder to slow down and breathe.

  6. May 21

    How Can God Use Someone Like David?

    Most people know David as the giant killer. But few people talk about the predator, the adulterer, the broken father, and the king who abused his power. Psalm 23 hits differently when you realize it was not written by a naïve shepherd boy… but by an older man looking back over failure, grief, repentance, consequences, and mercy. “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.” How could David say that after everything he lost… and everything he did? In this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we walk through the FULL story of David: • the shepherd in the fields • the rise to power • Bathsheba and the abuse of authority • Nathan’s confrontation • Psalm 51 repentance • the painful consequences of sin • and why Psalm 23 becomes one of the most powerful chapters in scripture This conversation is for anyone asking: “Can God still use someone like me?” Because David’s story proves something incredible: The greatest miracle was not that David kept pursuing God… It’s that even after David drifted, the Shepherd kept pursuing David. #Psalm23 #KingDavid #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Faith #TheGoodLifePodcast #DavidAndBathsheba #Jesus #ChristianYouTube

  7. May 14

    The Redeemer You Didn’t See Coming

    Most people think the book of Ruth is a romance story… but it’s actually one of the clearest pictures of Jesus in the entire Old Testament. In this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we unpack the powerful biblical concept of the Kinsman-Redeemer and discover why Boaz was never the final hero of the story… Jesus was. From Naomi’s emptiness to Ruth’s redemption, every moment points forward to Christ: • Boaz redeemed a family line… Jesus redeems your life. • Ruth was an outsider… yet God brought her into His story. • What looked like loss was actually the setup for redemption. If you’ve ever felt forgotten, empty, disqualified, or stuck in chapter 1 of your story, this episode is for you. Your Redeemer is already standing in chapter 4. 📖 Scriptures Mentioned: Ruth 2–4 Leviticus 25 Deuteronomy 25 John 1:14 John 10:18 1 Corinthians 6:20 John 19:30 🔥 Subscribe for more conversations about faith, culture, leadership, and living The Good Life. #TheGoodLifePodcast #BookOfRuth #JesusInTheOldTestament #Boaz #Redemption #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Faith

  8. May 7

    This Bible Pattern Changes EVERYTHING!

    What if the story of the Bible is one big restoration plan? In this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we uncover a powerful connection most people miss—from Genesis to Acts to the return of Christ. At the Tower of Babel, humanity was scattered, languages were confused, and division took over. But in Acts 2 at Pentecost… something incredible happened. 🔥 Languages were understood 🔥 Nations were gathered 🔥 The Holy Spirit empowered the Church This wasn’t random—it was a reversal. And it doesn’t stop there. ➡️ Babel scattered the nations ➡️ Pentecost began gathering them ➡️ Jesus’ return will fully unite them This episode breaks down how the entire Bible points to one mission: God restoring what was broken—and using us to be part of it right now. If you’ve ever wondered how the Old Testament and New Testament connect… this will change how you see everything. 👇 In this episode: The connection between Genesis 11 and Acts 2 Why Pentecost is only the beginning The real meaning of the “blessing of Abraham” How YOU play a role in God’s plan today

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