Only Gaines with Janice & EJ Gaines

Nov 13 2023 32 ep. 30 mins 14

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Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University.

We’re talking Only Gaines! Join Janice & EJ Gaines in a show about the life they’re living, the lessons they’re learning, and the things they’re gaining along the way. From marriage and parenting, to careers and dreams (and everything in between), Janice & EJ share what it looks like to love God, and each other, in it all. Get ready for real conversations, encouraging truths, and lots of laughs with Only Gaines!

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That Time We Took A Break

Nov 13 2023 1 mins

We have a quick update for you! We've had so much fun sharing stories with you guys. We're going to take a little break, but encourage you to revisit some of our past episodes! In the meantime, be sure to follow us on social media! @JaniceGaines @EJGaines Talk to y'all soon! Do It Anyway is available wherever you buy books.

That Time We Got Hurt At Church

Oct 08 2023 35 mins

Has your relationship with God ever suffered after your relationship with your church community shifted? In this episode, EJ & Janice talk about the difference between “church hurt” and every other hurt, and how they navigated it, themselves. You’ll be reminded that your relationship with your church community is not the same as your relationship with God. Relationships with

That Time We Worked Together

Oct 01 2023 32 mins

Have you ever wrestled with the challenges of working closely with a family member or loved one? In this episode, EJ & Janice recount the time when they worked together in the music industry, and how they maintained their marital union in spite of the real demands of their working relationship. You’ll be challenged to create healthy boundaries in your own working relationships in

That Time We Met Jesus

Sep 24 2023 32 mins

Do you remember the beginning of your faith journey? Maybe it was a distinct moment that you can recount. Maybe it was a gradual, but undeniable, change. In this episode, Janice & EJ recall the origin stories of their faith. You’ll be encouraged that, no matter how or when God introduced Himself to us, the invitation is personal, lasting, and full of love. New episodes drop every

That Time We Figured Out Our Own Lanes

Sep 17 2023 37 mins

Have you ever felt the pressure to live life according to so-called social norms and assigned roles? In this episode, Janice & EJ share stories of roles in their household that may not match the status quo, but are perfectly in line with their God-given gifts and abilities. You’ll be reminded that God gifted you uniquely, and you’ll be encouraged to use those gifts to serve tho

That Time We Parented While Black

Sep 10 2023 42 mins

Does racial identity come into play when parenting children? Should it? In this episode, EJ & Janice talk about the challenging parts of raising Black children, whether because of external events or even because of our own conditioning as parents. You’ll be challenged to consider ways in which your parenting has been unconsciously shaped, and you’ll be encouraged to align y

That Time on the National Mall

Sep 03 2023 34 mins

Have you ever felt like you don’t belong? Maybe you feel like you’re always out of place, but other people have such an easy time fitting in. In this episode, Janice & EJ share stories about times where they’ve felt like fish out of water. You’ll be encouraged as you step into the freedom that comes from realizing that you belong everywhere that God has placed you. New

That Time Janice Almost Drowned

Aug 27 2023 37 mins

Do you subconsciously assess people and determine their value based on what you can see and perceive about them? In this episode, Janice & EJ discuss a time when a young Janice misjudged a person who ended up being more valuable to her than she ever could have imagined. You’ll be reminded that everyone is made in the image of God and, when we see and engage with others using

That Time Janice Almost Got Hit by a Car

Aug 20 2023 37 mins

Do you consider obedience—whether to natural authorities or to God—as an optional choice? In this episode, Janice & EJ speak transparently about how a failure to obey almost had catastrophic consequences. You’ll be reminded that the practical and spiritual implications of obedience cannot be understated, and that obedience really matters. New episodes drop every Monday, s

That Time With The Pizza

Aug 13 2023 40 mins

Do you always fight fair? Conflicts in relationships are natural, but even in disagreement, it’s important to be mindful of how you disagree. In this episode, Janice & EJ talk about a time when a trivial disagreement early in their marriage almost led to a food fight. You’ll be challenged to consider how you can disagree with others in a way that still honors God. New episo