Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) drop weekly episodes on topics you care about like how to survive your husband's loud chewing, how to laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the 911, The Great Recession, teenage years, disappointment, multiple health issues, depression and other stuff that sucks. They have truly learned the secret of Life Happens Laugh Anyway.
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Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) drop weekly episodes on topics you care about like how to survive your husband's loud chewing, how to laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the 911, The Great Recession, teenage years, disappointment, multiple health issues, depression and other stuff that sucks. They have truly learned the secret of Life Happens Laugh Anyway.
š§Ā Episode 236: A Look into the Amish Culture
First of all....A GIANT thank you to our friend and Humor Contributor Karren who suggested we take a look at today's topic. We ā¤ļø your suggestions, so if you're reading this...and I think you are...send your ideas to Tracy@tracydegraaf.com. What documentary have you watched lately that made you go Hmmmmm? What hot topic would you like to hear us discuss? We want to know.Ā
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Now, back to the episode...
What's up with the Amish? š± And what can their way of life teach us about our own walk with Christ? In this episode, we take a closer look at the Amish culture ā their faith, their separation from the world, and how we should or more importantly shouldn't think about such groups.
Weāll explore:
1. Who Are the Amish?
Origins: breakaway from Mennonites in the 1600s.
Core values: simplicity, humility, obedience, community.
Separation from āthe worldā (why no cars, electricity, etc.).
3. Review of several documentaries about the Amish
Affirmation of Jesus as Savior, Son of God, crucified and risen.
Faith tied to obedience and daily living, not just personal conversion.
Community over individualism.
Nonresistance and taking the Sermon on the Mount literally.
Baptism as an adult decision to follow Christ.
4. Our own experiences with Amish
Cathrine's time working at the Fishermans Wife and in Michigan
Me - Iāve been to an Amish restaurant and furniture store
5. Fun Facts: How Amish Are YOU quiz.Ā
š Scripture of the Episode:Romans 12:2 (NIV) ā āDo not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mindā¦ā
ā Takeaway: The Amish challenge us to reflect on how we live out our faith in todayās world.
šÆ Call to Action: Donāt jump to judgment with other religions because we all fall short. Instead, letās approach others with humility and grace.
Life Happens Laugh Anyway
Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) drop weekly episodes on topics you care about like how to survive your husband's loud chewing, how to laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the 911, The Great Recession, teenage years, disappointment, multiple health issues, depression and other stuff that sucks. They have truly learned the secret of Life Happens Laugh Anyway.
