With The Perrys
Religion & Spirituality
About
With The Perrys is a podcast with a whole lot of truth given in a short amount of time. Preston Perry and Jackie Hill Perry will bring their humor, honesty, and insight into conversations on everything from relationships and theology to politics, race, and parenting.
Episodes
- Mourning, Meekness, and Mercy: Part 2 with Matt Chandler
In this episode, Matt Chandler and The Perrys discuss the Beatitudes of Matthew 5. They delve into topics such as mourning for sin and the broken world, the meaning of meekness, a thirst for righteousness, mercy, peacemaking, and persecuti…
- Becoming like Jesus with Matt Chandler: Part 1
Matt Chandler joins Jackie and Preston to discuss sanctification and the Beatitudes from Matthew 5, focusing on a portrait of a person Jesus creates. They emphasize staying connected to Jesus through life's challenges.
- For Your Glory: Why and How We Worship with Trip Lee
In this episode of With The Perrys, Trip Lee joins Jackie and Preston to discuss his new worship music, rap music, and the significance of music in the lives of Christians. They explore how music contributes to spiritual formation and the…
- Sex, Sexual Trauma, and God’s Design with Dr. Juli Slattery
This episode features Dr. Juli Slattery discussing sex, sexual trauma, and God's design with the Perrys. The conversation covers pornography, entitlement, libido, and purity culture, emphasizing sex as an ongoing journey of intimacy.
- On Leadership, Assignment, and Brokenness with Dr. Crawford Loritts
Dr. Crawford Loritts joins The Perrys to discuss leadership, emphasizing stewardship, sacrifice, and character. He highlights that true leadership involves conviction and wisdom gained through experience, and that anointing is personal, no…
- Infidelity, Broken Legs, and Healthy Marriage: Part Two with the Navarros
In the second part of their conversation with Jackie and Preston Perry, Lymari and Tony Navarro discuss the restoration of their marriage following infidelity. They share perspectives on the time and intentional support required for reconc…
- Rebuilding a Broken Marriage with Lymari and Tony Navarro
Lymari and Tony Navarro discuss how they rebuilt their marriage after an affair. They share their journey and the role of grace in their reconciliation. This is part one of a two-part conversation.
- Everybody Got a Lil Peter in Them
This episode of With The Perrys examines the biblical figure Peter, focusing on his relatable journey as a bold, impulsive, and sometimes faltering leader. The discussion highlights lessons from his strengths, weaknesses, and ultimate rest…
- The Devil is a Liar: A Conversation on Making War Against Lies with Jennie Allen
In this episode of With The Perrys, Jennie Allen discusses recognizing common lies such as "I'm worthless, unlovable, and helpless." She explains how to combat these lies using God's Word and the truth of the Gospel. Allen emphasizes that…
- I Believe, But Help My Unbelief
In this episode, The Perrys explore the concept of faith, how unbelief can be linked to sin, and the idea that spiritual fruit reveals one's beliefs about God. They also discuss how maturity in Christ influences repentance and faithful obe…
- Theology for Teens with Alena Franklin
In this episode, Alena Franklin of "With The Perrys" discusses her devotional, "God Is," created for teen girls and young women. She explains how her personal experience with grief deepened her understanding of God's character and how theo…
- Stewarding the Body and Fleeing Sexual Sin
In this episode, The Perrys discuss stewarding the body and fleeing sexual sin within the context of marriage. They emphasize the importance of curiosity and communication in relationships and intimate matters, highlighting God's design fo…
- Real Christian Maturity and How to Have Lasting Fruit with Christine Caine
On "With The Perrys", Christine Caine talks about resilient and enduring faith in the face of life's challenges. She discusses sanctification, the imagery of the olive tree, and how followers of Christ can flourish while grieving the darkn…
- Diabetes, Sovereignty, and Sickness
In this episode of With The Perrys, Jackie shares her experience with a Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis, prompting a discussion on suffering and God's sovereignty. The conversation explores maintaining faith and joy through difficult health chal…
- Getting to Know Aunt CeCe (Winans)
CeCe Winans is featured on With The Perrys, discussing how her faith has influenced her music and life choices from a young age. She shares insights on navigating the music industry and prioritizing her Christian walk.
- “What’s Love Got to do With it” with Jada Edwards
In this episode, Jada Edwards discusses her book, "A New Way to Love Your Neighbor," with the Perrys. They explore the biblical concept of agape love, emphasizing that loving others often requires a conscious decision rather than just affe…
- A Conversation About Anxiety with Blair Linne
In this episode, Blair Linne joins Jackie and Preston to discuss her book, "Made to Tremble: How Anxiety Became the Best Thing That Ever Happened to My Faith." She shares her personal journey with anxiety, including how past traumas influe…
- Turning the Cheek and Forgiving Offenses with Yana Conner
In this episode, Yana Conner joins The Perrys to discuss her book, Living Beyond Offense, which explores forgiveness as central to faith. She shares insights on "turning the other cheek," being "shalom makers," and living forgiven.
- The Grief and Relief of Obedience in Dating
The Perrys discuss "The Grief and Relief of Obedience in Dating" with Melody and CD Fabien. They delve into dating discipleship, focusing on healthy boundaries, the importance of long dating seasons and short engagements, and Christ-like l…
- Dating Discipleship 101 with Melody and CD Fabien
Melody and C.D. Fabien join The Perrys to discuss dating discipleship. They share their experiences and advice on intentional dating, godly wisdom, and pursuing purity in relationships.
- When Creativity and Humility Meet: A Conversation with Tye Tribbett
Tye Tribbett, a Grammy-winning gospel artist, joins The Perrys to discuss the intersection of creativity and humility in his music. They talk about creating Jesus-focused music, staying kingdom-focused in the industry, and navigating chall…
- Discipling Kids in a Sexually Broken World With Laurie and Matt Krieg
Laurie and Matt Krieg join Jackie and Preston on With The Perrys to discuss discipling children in a sexually broken world. They advocate for moving beyond shame-filled messages and instead embracing a theology of goodness and flourishing…
- The Art of Stewarding Your 5 Loaves and 2 Fish: A Convo with Dallas and Amanda Jenkins
Dallas and Amanda Jenkins, creators of The Chosen, join The Perrys to discuss creating their television series. They talk about leading with authenticity, using "sanctified imagination" while staying true to Scripture, and handling critici…
- Infertility and Finding God After Unanswered Prayer with Jennifer Lucy Tyler
In this episode of With The Perrys, Jennifer Lucy Tyler joins the Perrys to discuss her journey with infertility and how it deepened her understanding of God's sovereignty. She shares about experiencing joy and hope even when prayers remai…
- Neither Blue Nor Red: Being a Disciple in a Culture War
This episode of With The Perrys features Jackie and Preston in conversation with Justin Giboney, cofounder of the AND Campaign. They discuss how Christ followers should respond to cultural division, navigating social media, and fostering c…
- Does the Church Need a Rebrand? A Conversation with Dr. Eric Mason
In this episode, Dr. Eric Mason discusses his new book, "Rebranding the Church," and the need to re-present the fundamentals of what it means to be a church. He addresses concerns about Christian maturity, acknowledging sin, and the import…
- Navigating Faith While Playing A Game: A Conversation With BB26 Winner Chelsie Baham
Chelsie Baham, winner of Big Brother Season 26, speaks with With The Perrys about her experiences balancing her faith and her ministry background with the competitive nature of the Big Brother game. They discuss the tension between Christi…
- Part 2: Dating After 30, Singleness, and Other Questions Answered
This episode is part two of a conversation with The Perrys, Megan Ashley, and Ebenezer Endiryas. They discuss dating in your 30s, singleness, and the role of community, addressing topics such as online dating, emotional connections, and Go…
- Part 1: Dating After 30, Singleness, and Other Questions Answered
In this episode, The Perrys and guests Ebenezer Endiryas and Megan Ashley discuss dating after 30, singleness, and kingdom-minded marriage. They share their experiences and perspectives on affection, intimacy, and realistic expectations in…
- Let’s Talk Gospel, CCM, and Why it Matters With Erica Cambell
Erica Campbell joins Jackie and Preston to discuss Christian music genres and their role in faith. They cover how cultural experiences and social media influence perceptions of Christian music, and the importance of experiencing God throug…
- Loving People When You Don't Want To With Toni Collier
In this episode of With The Perrys, Toni Collier discusses her book "Don't Try This Alone," focusing on the challenges of building community and addressing past hurt and betrayal within relationships. The conversation explores how to overc…
- When Christianity Gets Hard
In this episode, The Perrys discuss the challenges that can arise in Christian faith and how to combat discouragement through a knowledge of God's Word. They walk through various scripture passages to guide listeners.
- Unforgiveness, Raising Kids in the Last Days, and Proud Preachers: A Q&A Episode
The Perrys address questions from their Instagram followers on topics such as evangelism, marriage, parenting, recognition, and forgiveness. They discuss discerning a call to evangelize, spouses attending different churches, and the hesita…
- Figuring Out Biblical Womanhood
Jackie and Preston Perry discuss biblical womanhood. They cover women's unique interpretations of scripture, the strength in a wife's submission, and how women's voices can be prioritized in the church.
- Navigating Church Culture Differences With Humility
The Perrys reflect on their experiences in different church settings and discuss the importance of humility and open-mindedness when encountering varied worship expressions. They emphasize that God is bigger than individual preferences or…
- The Idolatry of Knowledge
In this episode, the Perrys explore the concept of knowledge within Christianity, differentiating between the healthy pursuit of understanding and the potential for knowledge to become an idol. They discuss the importance of applying knowl…
- When You Hate The Home
The Perrys discuss the challenges of home life and feelings of discontentment. They explore how to address these struggles and see home as a gift through renewed perspective.
- Why Y'all Not Talking Bout The Cross No More
Jackie and Preston discuss the importance of focusing on the redemptive work of Jesus on the cross. They explore reasons why this central message of the gospel might be neglected and advocate for a return to foundational Christian principl…
- Act Like a Man
In this episode, Preston explores what it means to "Act Like a Man" by discussing early views of masculinity, identity development shaped by parents, emotional maturity, attachment theory, and healthy male relationships. The Perrys also di…
- Let’s Talk Fasting and Prayer
The Perrys discuss how their approach to prayer has evolved and explore different prayer examples found in the Bible. They emphasize the significance of both prayer and fasting in a Christian's life, highlighting how these practices cultiv…
- How to Be A Christian on Social Media
The Perrys discuss how Christians should engage with social media based on scripture. They explore principles for character and honoring Christ in online interactions.
- Best of WTP: How To Fight For Your Marriage
Jackie and Preston, joined by CD and Melody Fabien, discuss intimacy in marriage. They cover identifying dysfunctional patterns and the importance of healthy communication for oneness.
- Best of WTP: Conflict, Confrontation, and Arguing Well
This episode revisits topics of conflict and confrontation in relationships. The Perrys discuss how to navigate disagreements while honoring God and each other.
- Best of WTP: Men, Marriage, Sex, and Kevin Samuels
This episode from "With The Perrys" revisits a discussion with Ezekiel Azonwu about men, marriage, and sex. They explore the cultural discouragement of male community and the need for discipleship.
- Best of WTP: Mormonism, Homosexuality, Parenting Tips & More
This episode features a compilation of popular segments from "With The Perrys", originally aired in February 2023. Jackie and Preston address questions submitted by their former Patreon community, covering topics such as Mormonism, homosex…
- Social Media Break, Slander, and Sanctification
The Perrys discuss the future of their podcast, rhythms of rest, how God has used their experiences to shape them, and the impact of social media. New episodes will return in Summer 2025.
- The Forgotten Art of Lament with Sarah Benibo
In this episode of With The Perrys, Sarah Benibo discusses lament within the Christian faith. She explains how lament can be an appeal to God based on confidence in His character, allowing individuals to worship God through their expressio…
- What if Porn Was Actually Satanic? An Honest Conversation With Ray Ortlund
Ray Ortlund joins "With The Perrys" to discuss pornography's prevalence and its impact on culture, human dignity, sexuality, and marriage. He offers insights on how to address these challenges with the gospel.
- Family and Parenting with Generations in Mind: A Conversation With The Ortlunds
Ray and Jani Ortlund join The Perrys to discuss family and parenting, sharing wisdom from their 53-year marriage. They emphasize the significance of present faithfulness for future generations. The conversation also touches on their book,…
- How to Be a Christian During Election Season with Justin Giboney
Justin Giboney, co-founder of the AND Campaign, discusses with The Perrys how Christians can engage in election season. They explore the idea that public witness does not belong to a political party and that parties are tools, not identiti…