<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Christ Over Comfort]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christ Over Comfort is a faith-driven podcast where truth challenges comfort and conviction replaces complacency. Join us as we dive deep into real conversations about faith, growth, and living boldly for Christ in a world that craves convenience. It’s time to choose purpose over pleasure — and Christ over comfort.]]></description><link>https://anchor.fm/s/1081307c8/podcast/rss</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:40:10 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/iCsOnyr4.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Joseph Perkins]]></author><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 22:28:10 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2025 Joseph Perkins]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Christianity]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spirituality]]></category><itunes:author>Joseph Perkins</itunes:author><itunes:summary>Christ Over Comfort is a faith-driven podcast where truth challenges comfort and conviction replaces complacency. Join us as we dive deep into real conversations about faith, growth, and living boldly for Christ in a world that craves convenience. It’s time to choose purpose over pleasure — and Christ over comfort.</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Joseph Perkins</itunes:name><itunes:email>josephlperkins@outlook.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Religion &amp; Spirituality"><itunes:category text="Christianity"/><itunes:category text="Spirituality"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/aa1cc333-d7c0-4a00-b033-d752aca2d030/logos/6529d67f-50f3-49c1-b4f6-9e5f1a9965f1.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[EP3: The Cross or Culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation begins with an introduction and a prayer, setting the purpose of the episode. It then delves into the concept of 'Christ Over Comfort,' discussing the challenges of choosing Christ over comfort in daily life. The conversation explores the conflict between choosing the cross or culture, the dream of walking with Christ, and the impact of culture on individuals' lives. Throughout, the emphasis is on authenticity and spirit-led content, with a call to urgency in accepting Christ. The conversation delves into the influence of culture and generational curses on decision-making, highlighting the impact of upbringing and societal norms on personal choices. It also explores the intersection of culture and faith, emphasizing the challenges and choices faced in aligning with one's beliefs amidst cultural influences.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Choosing Christ over comfort</li><li>Authenticity and Spirit-led content Culture and generational curses</li><li>The impact of culture on decision-making</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Purpose</li><li>15:59 Choosing the Cross or Culture</li><li>23:02 The Dream of Walking with Christ</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6da37b73-cff0-4d6e-b8da-5cbe928ff910</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Joseph Perkins]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:57:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9bbc4671312d2b3f2526b44276e2a493314337a8023cd8f4882253f08f52809b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2ZGEzN2I3My1jZmYwLTRkNmUtYjhkYS01Y2JlOTI4ZmY5MTAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhYTFjYzMzMy1kN2MwLTRhMDAtYjAzMy1kNzUyYWNhMmQwMzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODkzM2M1NzMzMDY1MDc3MzNkYTI2MDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhNWQ3Y2MwN2JhODdlMTRkMTNkZThmL2pvc2VwaC1wZXJraW5zcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTJfXzE5LTMyLTQ0Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="73361388" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/aa1cc333-d7c0-4a00-b033-d752aca2d030/episodes/6da37b73-cff0-4d6e-b8da-5cbe928ff910/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation begins with an introduction and a prayer, setting the purpose of the episode. It then delves into the concept of &apos;Christ Over Comfort,&apos; discussing the challenges of choosing Christ over comfort in daily life. The conversation explores the conflict between choosing the cross or culture, the dream of walking with Christ, and the impact of culture on individuals&apos; lives. Throughout, the emphasis is on authenticity and spirit-led content, with a call to urgency in accepting Christ. The conversation delves into the influence of culture and generational curses on decision-making, highlighting the impact of upbringing and societal norms on personal choices. It also explores the intersection of culture and faith, emphasizing the challenges and choices faced in aligning with one&apos;s beliefs amidst cultural influences.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Choosing Christ over comfort&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Authenticity and Spirit-led content Culture and generational curses&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The impact of culture on decision-making&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction and Purpose&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;15:59 Choosing the Cross or Culture&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;23:02 The Dream of Walking with Christ&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:50:57</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/aa1cc333-d7c0-4a00-b033-d752aca2d030/logos/6529d67f-50f3-49c1-b4f6-9e5f1a9965f1.png"/><itunes:title>EP3: The Cross or Culture</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[EP2: Mental Health Awareness]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>n this episode, Dre Davenport and Joseph Perkins discuss their experiences with faith, community, and mental health. They share insights from a men's group called B-Man, emphasizing the importance of integrity and living for Christ. The conversation also touches on the significance of community support, especially for men, and addresses the serious topic of mental health and suicide prevention. They highlight the need for affirmation in parenting and the power of love and encouragement in overcoming life's challenges.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a6456e4b-dfb4-4eb6-8a2f-6a0df66c6679</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Joseph Perkins]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 23:16:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a4ac41791730ec354403776245417cac5ef1abdbcc558eb383242d1b6df21ce7/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhNjQ1NmU0Yi1kZmI0LTRlYjYtOGEyZi02YTBkZjY2YzY2NzkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhYTFjYzMzMy1kN2MwLTRhMDAtYjAzMy1kNzUyYWNhMmQwMzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODkzM2M1NzMzMDY1MDc3MzNkYTI2MDMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjkwNTY2NDdkMjVhYzA2OWQ2Y2E0MGNmL2pvc2VwaC1wZXJraW5zcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNS0xMS0xX18yLTQ1LTQzLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="71967545" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;n this episode, Dre Davenport and Joseph Perkins discuss their experiences with faith, community, and mental health. They share insights from a men&apos;s group called B-Man, emphasizing the importance of integrity and living for Christ. The conversation also touches on the significance of community support, especially for men, and addresses the serious topic of mental health and suicide prevention. They highlight the need for affirmation in parenting and the power of love and encouragement in overcoming life&apos;s challenges.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:29:52</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/aa1cc333-d7c0-4a00-b033-d752aca2d030/logos/6529d67f-50f3-49c1-b4f6-9e5f1a9965f1.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>EP2: Mental Health Awareness</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>