Across the Counter Grant Lockridge and Jerod Tafta

Join us for an Off the Cuff episode with some of our friends (Kevin, Jed, and Justin) in Greenville, SC!In this OTC Episode:• Have you ever felt the palpable presence of peace in a place where tension is expected to reign? A story of a pilgrimage to Israel was one such paradox, offering both a sanctuary from the world's chaos and a profound spiritual encounter. • As Kevin, Jed, and Justin join us, we unpack the layers of divine purpose discovered in the Holy Land, contrasting the unity e...

Join us as we sit Across the Counter from award winning author Noah Asher.In this ATC episode:• Noah’s story is a powerful testament to the idea that our deepest trials are not the final word on our lives, but rather a prelude to a deeper purpose and service.• During our conversation, Noah shares the vulnerable process of turning personal letters from his time behind bars into a beacon of hope for others still facing their personal battles. The conversation isn't all heavy, though; we laugh a...

Join us as we sit Across the Counter from author, speaker, and President of Premier Arts Collective Gene Krcelic.In this OTC Episode:• His narrative stretches from the untamed wilderness of pre-statehood Alaska to the momentous Apollo 11 mission, where his father played a critical role. Through his eyes, we traverse the landscapes of the Cold War and the space race, while also navigating the terrain of personal faith and the rigors of education. • Venture with us through heartfelt conver...

Join us as we sit Across the Counter from author and pastor Matthew Stephen BrownIn this ATC Episode:• As we sit with Matt, he opens up about his spiritual evolution that took him from a living room gathering to spearheading a ministry that reaches thousands through the digital cosmos. His journey is not just about numbers; it's about real, raw transformation and the struggle to stay humble and patient in a world that's constantly racing. • Matt doesn't shy away from the hurts within church w...

Join us as we sit Across the Counter from musician, entrepreneur, and researcher Elias Dummer.In this ATC Episode:• We navigate the complexities of promoting church unity amidst differing doctrines, and considered how the bedrock of Trinitarianism could offer a blueprint for interdependence in our all-too-fragmented world.• How the artistic integrity of Christian music often gets entangled with the strings of the industry's commercial aspirations. • How Elias lightened the mood with som...

Join us as we sit Across the Counter from singer-songwriter, producer, music editor, author, and podcast host Michael Gungor. He is the front man for Gungor, a band which has been nominated for multiple Grammy Awards.In this ATC Episode:• We traverse the spectrum of belief and creativity, delving into Michael's personal evolution from the confines of traditional Christianity to a more expansive spirituality. • Our dialogue weaves through the complexities of faith, the beauty of art...