We will discuss topics and practices that will help you deepen your intimacy with God the Father, exercise your authority in Jesus the Son, and move in the Power of the Holy Spirit.We want to walk in God’s truth, intimacy and power. We need all three strands working together in our lives because we believe that nothing else will do.
In this episode, Coach Tom gives you practical tools to become more self-aware, freer on the inside, and more aligned with God.When you are feeling out of sorts:Pay attention to it … Sometimes the tell is how you are feeling … pay attention to your feelings/bodyClarify itRecognize its impact on your peace in Christ and experience of the Fruit of the SpiritSome of the symptoms might be: Overthinking Noise on the insideA Sense of Isolation & DisconnectRemember, if you are in Christ, Fruit of the Spirit … His Peace is already in you (Gal. 5:22; Col. 3:15)1. Ask yourself how your thoughts are impacting all the fruit of the Spirit in you2. Agree with God's perspective3. James 5:16 confess your sins … Hamartia … missing the mark, fault, failure, guilt4. Pray for each other that you may be healed__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here
In this message, we discuss the importance and power of intimacy.Here is an outline related to the material:• Would you say your family of origin was/is intimate?• Do you know how to increase intimacy in your life?Self-Discovery:• We must choose to continually Grow & Learn• Our Stories need to be updated – for intimacy to grow• God reveals Himself to us … … and ourselves to us• His Light helps us get free to draw closer His Light shines on the good and bad things• Intimacy involves shared experience and understanding. If you don't know yourself – if you don't experience yourself – if you don't like yourself, you cannot have intimacy w/ God / others• Discover Yourself – through Module 1 … do the module WITH GODDisclosure• Self-Discovery without sharing is not intimacy• Learn to share who you are with God – shared and agreed, perspectives “Say it, Pray it” – the clearer, more precise and specific, the better!• Learn to share who you are – appropriately – with others Spouse, Family, Friends, Workmates “Say” and “Live” who you areVulnerability• Transparency vs Vulnerability Vulnerability includes entrusting ourselves to others (risk) to experience response, care, and support Transparency can be honest sharing, but remains self-protecting It helps people understand you (or know about you), but it doesn't increase intimacySelf-Control• We must take responsibility for our lives to aim and invest our lives [and change and grow]• With the help of the Holy Spirit, we break through strongholds and create new life patterns.• Lack of self-control can be passive, blaming others, or circumstances, or oneself for why we aren't growing and investing.• In the Curriculum, this relates to Roles, Purpose, Rule of Life, Pruning and Strategic PlanningAPPLICATION:• Are you willing to take responsibility to develop intimate and loving relationships?• What are your next steps?__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here
Clarity and Calling - God has a Plan and Purpose for Your Life!In this interview, we explore:* "The Resources of Heaven"... * "The Power of Reflection" ... * "God's Desire that You Be You - No More and No Less" ... * "How You Can Understand Your Purpose".... * Being "Miraculously Responsible" ... and more!__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here
In this podcast, Coach Tom interviews another longtime friend, Ron Walborn. They discuss Ron's faith pilgrimage, growing up as a pastor's kid in western Pennsylvania, and experiencing an adult faith transformation in college. Ron describes his experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit and church planting in Northern California. Ron also shares how he has dealt with significant grief over the last year. Additionally, we discussed his love for teaching and equipping people to advance the Kingdom of God worldwide.………………………………… Dr. Ron Walborn is the Executive Director of Urban Initiatives for Asbury Theological Seminary in New York City. Previously, Ron served as a Professor of Pastoral Theology, Vice President and Dean of Alliance Theological Seminary and Nyack College (Alliance University) in New York City and San Juan Puerto Rico for 24 years. He has a B.A. in History from Nyack College, an M.Div. from Alliance Theological Seminary and a DMin from Fuller Theological Seminary. Dr. Walborn has planted and pastored churches in Connecticut and California. He has authored one book and numerous articles and chapters for other publications. He has lectured and spoken at churches, conferences and other events both nationally and internationally. Dr. Walborn was born and raised in Western Pennsylvania in a ministry-focused family. Ron and his wife, Dr. Wanda Walborn have four married adult children and six beautiful grandchildren. __________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this podcast, Coach Tom interviews friend, author, speaker and Kingdom trainer, Rob Reimer. You will hear of God's work of healing in his own life, and through him to others around the world.Some key concepts:Finding God's fit for you will bring more fruit and more fun.God wants access to your heart and soul...often that is achieved through pain.There is no power without the cross. Impartation requires character and intimacy to sustain it. We must die to live.Apart from God you can do many things, but you can do no Kingdom work without abiding.Not every need is your assignment.The secret to success is to find out what God wants of you and do it, no matter the personal cost...and there will be personal cost.__________________________Dr. Rob Reimer's passion is to see the Kingdom of God advance through spiritual renewal. Rob began Renewal International to assist pastors, leaders, and churches globally to equip the people of God to live in freedom in Christ, and to walk in the fullness and power of the Holy Spirit.Passionate about Jesus, personally transparent, and saturated in the Word, his books including Soul Care, River Dwellers, Spiritual Authority, Deep Faith, Pathways to the King, The Soul Care Leader, Calm in the Storm and The Tenderness of Jesus incorporate lessons God taught him over the years through life, marriage, and ministry. During conferences, Rob not only teaches these lessons, but provides activities for participants to begin working them into their lives. These transformativeexperiences challenge people to walk in the light with God and others and help people to practice hearing from God and accessing His power for ministry. Without Jesus, we have nothing to offer!In addition to his work with Renewal International, Dr. Reimer has served as Professor of Pastoral Theology at Alliance University in NY, NY, and as the founding and lead pastor of a church in New England.Explore more of Rob's resources, view his itinerary, or invite him to speak atwww.renewalinternational.org__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
What do you think holds people back from personal growth and meaningful impact?In this podcast, Coach Tom surfaces some of the hindrances that keep people stuck. We also look at a key solution ... to Choose Courage!Learning how to develop a courageous lifestyle is a game-changer!__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this podcast, Coach Tom chats with friend and "Self Revolution Coach", Doreen Steenland.In addition to hearing about Doreen's faith journey, you will be learn of some potentially life changing skills that can transform all your relationships and help you leave behind unnecessary drama!Key Concept: "There is a space between the circumstance and your reaction, and in that space lies freedom." ~ Viktor Frankl - Reconnect with God- Balance your nervous system- Take a breath ... experience the calm ... before you speak! __________________________Doreen Steenland is a Registered Nurse, International Coaching Federation Certified Coach, and calls herself The Self Revolution Coach. She empowers people to rethink survival mode and begin a self-revolution as they navigate stress powerfully, and prioritize well-being using brain-based tools. Doreen's diverse nursing experience and neuroscience training provide a unique approach to her coaching.As an author of the Amazon #1 Best Selling Book, Transform Your Brain, One Thought At A Time, Speaker, Coach, and Certified Professional facilitator, Doreen supports medical families, practices, and hospitals to disrupt patterns of behavior and communication that contribute to burnout so that they develop healthy work-life balance.You can reach Doreen at:https://www.doreensteenland.com/LivingFullLifeCoaching@gmail.com_________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are a life transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this interview, Coach Tom chats with friend, business entrepreneur and adventure lover, Stephen Hill.You will hear how God has led and directed him in athletics/competition, career and service that fits.Some key concepts:If you want to start a business, start one that solves a problemBe comfortable with process/journeySpontaneity with a plan...both are neededFind a way to serve that fits. For Stephen this involves: Mental Discipline, Physical Challenge, Communication and TeamworkFrom Saint Irenaeus: "The glory of God is man fully alive"__________________________Stephen is a Christian, adventure lover, and the founder and CEO of Recycle NOW. When he's not working he can be found skiing, rooting for his hometown team the Boston Celtics, training for his next endurance event, and actively participating in his local church.__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
You will not want to miss this episode! Tom interviews fellow Kingdom Builder, coach and prophetic intercessor, Maggie Baratto.Hear her story as she moves from a teenager bored with God, through many troubles, and ultimately into intimacy with, and passion for, the Father.Key Concepts:Our life circumstances reflect what God is doing on the earthLook for what God is doing...We get to partner with the FatherThe best we can offer those around us is to pursue our own destiny with the FatherDestiny = Identity in MotionThankfulness is the passageway into His presence________________________For over a decade, Maggie Baratto has inspired the body of Christ to step into new territory through her prophetic gifting and apostolic leadership. As a speaker, author, and transformational coach, she equips and mobilizes through revelatory instruction, and demonstrates the Father's heart through her ministry, Father's Heart Healing Ministries and business, Thrive Leadership Academy.Blessings,Maggie BarattoDirector for Father's Heart Healing MinistriesIAHR National Director for Healing Rooms CanadaFather's Heart Healing Ministrieswww.fhhm.orgFHHM Facebook__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are a life transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, Coach Tom interviews a new friend (i.e. from pickleball, of course :)) and faith comrade, Junnie Pagunsan.You will hear about Junnie's faith journey, challenges encountered in immigrating to the U.S. from the Phillipines, and key values that have steered him in life.Some of these values are:Invest in people over programsEngage in dialogue over religious monologuePeople are people, not projectsMeet needs...one person at a time...in the moment they arisePrioritize your own spiritual and mental well-being.__________________________Junnie Pagunsan was born in the Island of Mindanao, South Philippines.Before coming to the US in 2000, Junnie served as a Chaplain and Missionary Coordinator of the Adventist Muslim Relations and also as district Pastor, serving 13 churches in the Southern Philippines.After completing a clinical Pastoral Program at Loma Linda Medical Center (CA) he continued his ministry at the Medical Center while also serving as the Associate Pastor of Claremont Fil-Am Church in Claremont, CA .In 2004, his family moved to Richmond, VA. He presently serves as pastor of Far West End Seventh-Day Adventist Church.He is married to Marie Jean Mercado-Pagunsan, a RN, who works at the Bone Marrow Transplant Department of the VCU Health System. They are blessed with 3 children, Jan Mikhail, Neil Owen, and Shanelle Aira.__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
If you want to hear "Well Done Good and Faithful Servant," you need to learn how to multiply that which God has entrusted to you - where He has placed you.In this Podcast, Coach Tom unpacks some ways you can grow, invest your life, and expand God's Kingdom in your spheres of influence.__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
How do you build anything in the world ... especially the things God wants you to build?o Some hope … some pray – and don't see anything happen o Often people are praying for “Magic” that God will make something appear or happen from nothing … but that's not generally how things work. o A hope/prayer without a plan is often just a dream o Some hope and plan … and still nothing happens … you need work/action o Faith without Action/Work is dead … lifeless, powerless (James 2:26) Building anything in this world, whether it's a project, a skill, a relationship, or a dream, requires a combination of three essential elements: Time, Energy, and Money. These components form a triad that interconnects and influences the process of creation and development. Check Out This Foundational Teaching to help you build what God wants you to build in this world!__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, Coach Tom interviews Marina Dalton-Brown, a friend who started as a client in his coaching program. Marina carries a particular burden and inspiration to see justice in healthcare - particularly women's healthcare worldwide.Her praying grandmother impacted her and her faith became her own in her university years.The birth of her children and an experience of real fellowship with others were game-changers for her.Professional life-shift has caused Marina to deepen her commitments and lean on her community of truth. Amidst the trials of life, she has sensed the Lord affirming that He is always with her. They have helped her learn how to be anchored in Christ, and how to avail herself to His presence.In this interview, Marina encourages us to pay attention to what's going on around us ... and to pray (specifically pray in tongues) to be built up on the inside.___________Marina Dalton-Brown is currently the Manager of Insights Exchange forPopulation Services International (PSI), supporting the mission of strategiclearning across PSI's global network and among global health entities. Shepreviously held the portfolios of PSI's Knowledge Management TechnicalAdvisor, and Executive Director of PSI-Caribbean, a regional networkmember of PSI.Marina holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a GraduateDiploma in Health Management, both from McGill University in Montreal,Canada. She also holds a Master of Public Health degree from St.George's University, Grenada.Among the various ventures Marina has undertaken in her professionalcareer have been working with diverse groups of women at Women'sHealth in Women's Hands in Toronto, developing an urban childsponsorship model with World Vision in South Africa, and coordinating awomen's coalition focusing on Gender and HIV at the Caribbean sub-regional office of UN Women.Marina lives in Trinidad and Tobago with her husband and four children.She remains passionate about social justice, and equal access to qualityhealthcare for all._______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, Coach Tom continues his interview with Francois Augustin. Their first discussion was powerful ... so they wanted to continue to discuss some deep and personal spiritual experiences and practices.You will hear about:how Francois Augustin has grown a "robust" relationship with the Lord ways in which that relationship has translated into a "robust" life.the importance and impacts of the ministry of intercession on his life and workquestions he uses to reflect on his daysYou will not want to miss this inspirational interview with Coach Tom (Parts 1 & 2)!_________________________Francois Augustin is the pastor of The Livingstone Church - Boston (TLC), which he planted in the Jamaica Plain section of Boston. He is passionate about seeing the Christian church contribute to the well-being of cities through the communication and application of biblical truth.Francois' calling also extends into the corporate world where he is currently doing innovation and strategy work at a Fortune 500 corporation.Francois was educated at UMass Amherst, Harvard University and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He is happily married to his college sweetheart, Stania Augustin. They are the proud parents of 4 children: Leisa Abigail, Andre Michael, Esther Marie, and Elijah Francis.__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
Psalm 24:1a"The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world and all who live in it...."In this episode, come meet Francois Augustine, "a man of many nations," who builds bridges by a lifestyle of humility, audacity, curiosity and integrity. You will be encouraged by his genuine appreciation for, and desire to be enriched by, people of all cultures and backgrounds.While Francois is a man who values and exhibits Intellect (like John Calvin) and Practical Service (like Martin Luther) his own emphasis lies in the Daniel Paradigm:Endowment of Spiritual GiftsExcellenceIntegrity...honoring the Lord at all costsThis is his suggested prayer for all believers: "Lord, align my life to what You want."_______________________Francois Augustin is the pastor of The Livingstone Church - Boston (TLC), which he planted in the Jamaica Plain section of Boston. He is passionate about seeing the Christian church contribute to the well-being of cities through the communication and application of biblical truth.Francois' calling also extends into the corporate world where he is currently doing innovation and strategy work at a Fortune 500 corporation. Francois was educated at UMass Amherst, Harvard University and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He is happily married to his college sweetheart, Stania Augustin. They are the proud parents of 4 children: Leisa Abigail, Andre Michael, Esther Marie, and Elijah Francis.__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
This podcast is a recording of a recent teaching I did.I describe what I consider to be a wholistic and whole-person approach to discipleship based on Ephesians 2:10 "We are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.God has given you a gift ... yourself!He wants you to:Receive the giftOpen the giftEnjoy the giftOwn and Master the giftAim the giftInvest the giftAs you listen to this teaching you will be renewed in your personal discipleship journey, as well as your discipling of others.~ Coach Tom__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, Coach Tom catches up with longtime friend and faith-filled leader, DiOnetta Jones Crayton.Can faith be built, solidified, increased, and even intensified when we are blindsided? Are you experiencing unusual and/or long-lasting hardships? Hang on ... you may find God in some new and deeper ways.I think you will be encouraged as you hear DiOnetta's story.________________________DiOnetta is particularly passionate about serving marginalized people.She presently serves as Associate Dean and Director of MIT's Office of Minority Education.Additionally, she has been the director of diversity programs for the College of Engineering at Cornell Universitythe director of education, training, and outreach at The National Consortium for Graduate Degrees for Minorities in Engineering and Sciencethe statewide associate director for California's Mathematics Engineering and Science Achievement (MESA) Schools Program at the University of California, Berkeley office of the Presidentdirector of MESA Schools Program and the MESA Engineering Program at the University of the Pacific, Stockton, CaliforniaAmidst many other additional leadership roles, she serves as an associate minister in her Boston, MA, church home, Morning Star Baptist__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, Coach Tom speaks with friend and Kingdom comrade, Philippa Davis.You will hear of The power of caregivers, from babysitters to healthcare workersPhilippa's spiritual and professional journey and her continued metamorphosis from performance orientation to one of presence and graceHer passion for wholeness in the medical field, for both workers and patientsTools that God has used to draw her closer to Himself____________________Philippa Davis is a board-certified anesthesiologist in Washington, DC, U.S.A.She was born and raised in Nassau, Bahamas. During her childhood and adolescent years she was a competitive swimmer, and at 13, she proudly represented her country at the Caribbean Island Swimming Championships in Curacao.Philippa has her Bachelor of Science Degree in Physiology, from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. She studied medicine at Georgetown University, at which time she determined to pursue specialty training in Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine. Her Internal Medicine internship was completed at Mount Sinai, New York City, followed by an Anesthesiology residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA, and a Critical Care Medicine Fellowship at Stanford University in CA.She is passionate about influencing the care and development of healthcare providers, particularly trainees, to ensure the "health" of the healthcare systems thrive, not just survive.She is a wife, daughter, bonus- mom, sister and aunt. Family and friends are extremely important to her.She loves fitness, reading and traveling. Her latest hobby is tennis.____________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, Coach Tom speaks with Dashawn Bristol, about his life and spiritual journey from a Corporate Crucible to a passionate fire to share the Good News of Christ. Dashawn is a daycare business owner, a pastor, and an actor.You will hear:About a co-worker's incredible car accident that changed the course of Dashawn's lifeBrutal work challenges that altered the trajectory of his lifeHow Dashawn experienced the audible voice of God What it means for him to be "All In" and relentless in his faithListen in to be encouraged to count the cost and persevere in following Jesus during hard times.____________________Dashawn Bristol is the Lead Pastor of Timothy Baptist Church in Roxbury, Ma..He is invested in integrating life, Jesus and the Church. He and his wife, Jessica also own and operate a daycare business. They view this as a sacred place and part of God's renewal and restoration of the world.____________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, Coach Tom interviews longtime friend and kingdom comrade, Jua Robinson.Tune in to witness some of the amazing transformative power of the Kingdom. God has worked throughout Jua's life to build a man who builds men and households. You will hear how God moves through obedience, and how challenges can be turned into powerful ministries.Jua's burden is that the people of God would not walk in fear ... but would rather experience and press ahead in the JOY of the Lord as their strength.Receive Jua's encouragement to spend time with the people who give you energy, and his warning not to let anyone steal your joy.Jua is the executive director of the Boston Collaborative, an organization dedicated to equipping civically minded Christians and people of goodwill to impact the public square through intentional service, corporate generosity, and social philanthropy. He also serves as the chaplain for the New England Patriots. During his 25 years of ministry, he previously served as a church planter and church planting catalyst with the SEND Network.Jua and Regina have four children and reside in Greater Boston.You can connect with Jua:Instagram: Boston216and https://www.linkedin.com/in/juarobinson/____________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, Coach Tom interviews long time friend, Devin Ferreira, about his ongoing pursuit to live out his purpose fully.Some Key Thoughts:Let hardships fuel youEach day is a "brick"; a piece of something being builtFind and redefine your limiting beliefsSuccess is not linearCommit...do it...be inspired...commit...do it...be inspired There is a seed of greatness in each of us that just needs tendingCreate margin in your life_______________________Devin Ferreira is an Emmy award-winning recording artist and faculty in the Music Production and Engineering Department at Berklee College of Music. He was born in New Sharon, Maine and began recording in a professional studio at age 15. This experience was formative for Devin as he would attend UMass–Lowell and graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Music Business in 2007. In 2009, he began working with young people in Boston teaching music production and coordinating performances. Along with earning his Master of Education from Lesley University in 2013, Devin has taught music to 7,000+ youth in the Greater Boston area. Since 2017, Devin has released six albums, Urban Classic, Mustard Seed, Seeds of Greatness, Rooted in Faith, Garden Project and his most recent The Overcomer.Connect with Devin here:https://www.devinferreira.com/https://www.facebook.com/devinferreiramusic_______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, Coach Tom talks with fellow coach, Guy Henry, about his ministry focus: Find a Need, Meet a Need, Change a Nation.You will hear of God's perseverance, through Guy, in many fields of ministry and despite real-life hardships.BetrayalJudgmentFunding ChallengesMinistry Re-inventionGuy also shares his own growing edges of Self-Awareness, Mindfulness and Learning from Predecessors. We must become self-aware before we can honestly become others-aware._______________________Dr. Guy Henry is a leadership empowerment coach. He has a Doctorate of Theology as well as a degree in mental health coaching. He also has 27 years of experience as a missionary and has authored two books.He and his wife, Ingris, pioneered and oversee the mission to Honduras.In his leisure time, he enjoys hiking, riding motorcycles and spending time with his family.You can connect with Dr. Guy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Guy.Henry.Dr_______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
Be Filled with the Transforming Power and Fruit of the Holy Spirit.In this short episode, we practice receiving the Fruit of the Spirit.Pray along with me, and let me know what you think..~ Coach Tom_______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this powerful episode, Coach Tom interacts with David W. Hill, longtime friend, pastor in Boston, connector and kindred spirit. You will hear how David's upbringing of Consistency, Faith and Humility have shaped his character and passion. You will also be inspired by his honesty and integrity as he shares his personal pain of a church division that has profoundly impacted and increased his desire for unity and community and cross generational connections/discipleship._______________________David W has been involved in ministering to both those in and outside the church since his time at university (BU 2003). Together with his wife Betsy, he has had the joy of planting a church, opening Neighborhoods Cafe, and helping found the Fenway Community Center. David leads City Church Boston, a community seeking to help one another live like Jesus.If you would like to connect or learn more, you can reach out via IG @davidw.hill or visit their website citychurchboston.org_______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
Are you Good at Juggling?Every day we are all faced with many opportunities, requests, relationships and responsibilities. There is always so much going on. Often it is too much to handle at one time, or at least to do so in a healthy way. The result of this overload can be Overwhelm and/or Anxiety. These possibilities are real and grim, but each requires a different response.In this episode, Coach Tom explains the differences and lays out concrete and clear paths for addressing each.Why is it important to know the difference? So that you can implement the right strategy because "the world is waiting for YOU!"_______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode Coach Tom shares concrete steps for acquiring greater transformation and fruitfulness as we move into this year of learning to Stand Up and Live Out Loud.In light of 2 Corinthians 3:18, Romans 12:1-2, and Ephesians 2:10, Tom unfolds the processes of transfigurationContemplation of God's word, character, ways and willDiscovering and understanding our God-ordained "Field of Favor"Naming the DoorPraying, Watching, and PreparingObedient Implementation with BoldnessPitfall WarningsChasing fantasiesProcrastinationToiling in fields not meant for usFaithfulness Looks LikeClarifying quarterly goalsGenerating weekly tasks that will produce desired resultsSecuring and defending your weekly scheduleKeys to authority, power, effectivenessIntentional Development (Practice!)Mentor(s)A Coach_______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.comP.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode Coach Tom shares one of his journal entries, and he and Coach Andrea discuss:What it means for us to reveal and release the glory of GodHow we serve as Kingdom Governors Colossians 4:2-6 ... How to be Prayerful, Watchful and Thankful in our spheres of assignmentHow to persistently knock to open specific Kingdom DoorsHow to prepare for when the doors openHow to boldly walk through the doors Do you believe that Jesus wants you to do what He did ... where you are?___________________________Andrea St. Louis is a highly intuitive Coach, Writer, and Business Consultant with a passion for helping people see themselves from God's perspective and to live in and on purpose. She is a wife, mother, and recent seminary graduate committed to teaching others to embrace authenticity and grace in sharing their stories, discovering their gifts, and embracing their place in the Kingdom.You can learn more about what Andrea is doing at:https://stepin2purpose.com/____________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
Do you still have air in your lungs?Is your spirit groaning...longing for more?Don't stop living before you die! This is the encouragement of author, speaker, coach and pastor, Dawn Damon. Hear her honest heart of passion and compassion as she shares her own grit in the face of many life challenges. She experienced and pressed through:Significant Trauma as a childTrauma in a broken marriageBeing relentlessly pursued (stalked) by the Holy SpiritThe painful and beautiful transformational power of GodNow she helps other women face their trauma, experience God's healing, and rise up in their destinies. _____________________________Dawn DamonInfluencer, Pastor, Global Communicator, Podcaster, Coach, and Best-SellingAuthor for over 20 years!Founder and CEO of the BraveHearted Woman, a transformational coaching and personal growth development enterprise “BraveHeart Mentor” TM. Creator and host of “The BraveHearted Woman” a weekly podcastOrdained Minister with a particular emphasis in trauma supportHer Books:When a Woman You Love Was AbusedWhen the Woman Abused Was MeThe Freedom Challenge: 60 Days to Untie the Cords that Bind YouThe Freedom Challenge for Men: 60 Days to Untie the Cords that Bind YouConnect with Dawn:braveheartedwoman.comdawn@braveheartedwoman.comdawndamon.com___________________________Andrea St. Louis is a highly intuitive Coach, Writer, and Business Consultant with a passion for helping people see themselves from God's perspective and to live in and on purpose. She is a wife, mother, and recent seminary graduate committed to teaching others to embrace authenticity and grace in sharing their stories, discovering their gifts, and embracing their place in the Kingdom.You can learn more about what Andrea is doing at:https://stepin2purpose.com/____________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
Our propensity to live from a place of selfishness and greed may not be transformed by conversion or an encounter with Christ alone. Kingdom Discipleship is needed to transform lives.This podcast is based on Mathew 9:1-13Jesus exhibited His authority to heal and forgive.He went to those who needed healing and forgiveness.(It might be wise for us to go to those who need what we have to offer.)Religious people had difficulty with what He was doing.It is interesting that people of faith often flock together - and then exclude others. Instead of giving from what they have freely received, they/we close the door behind themselves/ourselves (Matthew 23:13)How can this be? How can we be changed"These are questions Coach Tom explores in this teaching._______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.comP.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
Come "eavesdrop" on a Greater Formation session, as Coach Tom teaches about thanksgiving, praise and worship via Psalm 100:4.You will hear how these communications with God differ from one anotherenable us to draw near to Godchange us and prepare us for obedience by helping us to align with God and His initiativesovercome the enemyYou will be challenged and inclined to "up" your praise!_______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.comP.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, Tom interviews a friend and comrade of 30 years. Listen and be inspired as Claire shares about her powerful conversion that translated into an authentic and inspiring life in Christ. Her faith and practical life of love, extended to underserved and forgotten people, will inspire you.You will hear about the importance and power oflistening prayer and abiding and obedience mentoring; coming alongside others learning from Christ through all kinds of people everywhereEnjoy listening to Claire's experience as a kingdom-focused leader and mentor, particularly in New England and urban Thailand.________________________Pastor Claire Sullivan has been navigating as an urban missionary through systemic poverty since 1990. She has been pioneering/planting ministries within Boston and Lynn, MA working with homeless youth and adults, incarcerated and gang-affiliated youth and adults, and now a missionary with Youth with a Mission in Thailand (YWAM) serving in the Rak teh slum. She is now planting a church called Khian Khan (Come alongside you) in Bangbon, Bangkok with a Thai pastor reaching migrant workers from Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos. Claire holds a MA in Urban Ministry from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary and is a certified spiritual director. She is a "Hope Dealer."________________________You can send an email to Claire at: csull85@gmail.comYou can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode we will be challenged to:Reconsider our culture of busyness, productivity, achievement and accomplishmentTake stock of what is happening to our soulsSlow down, listen and be filled...and work out of that placeOffer others the opportunity to do the sameTune in to learn from the faith journey of my friend; a wonderful, much-respected person of solid faith.~ Coach TomDr. Donovan Graham—teacher, counselor, professor, mentor, spiritual companion and guide for nearly 60 years. He served in those roles for over 30 years at Covenant College, then with the Serge Mission, and currently as the director and chaplain of the Space for God ministry. His heart is to lead weary educators and other shepherds into the quiet where they can meet and listen to God to be refreshed, renewed, and re-energized. His website "Space for God" is: www.aspaceforgod.com_______________Paulea Mooney McCoy:Paulea has over 20 years of experience developing people and programs through community-based organizations, churches, and in higher education. Her passion is to assist people in their journey to discern and live out their calling. Paulea sees her role as a coach and spiritual mentor to help people discover what really makes them “come alive”.· Strengths-based coaching using Strengthsfinder assessment tool· Life coaching and spiritual direction for individuals, couples and small groups· Retreat planning and facilitation· Speaking on issues related to urban ministry, racial reconciliation, community development and healthy relationships.She lives with her husband, Bil, in Dorchester, Massachusetts, and has three amazing adult children.You can connect with Paulea via email at: pauleamm@gmail.com_______________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
This teaching may transform how you view your work. It will inspire you, clarify your sense of work value and purpose and help you to exercise Kingdom authority in and through your work.Here are a few points that Coach Tom touches upon ...You bear the Image of GodYou are to increase Kingdom culture and populationIt's time to rule, tame, and bring order and harmony in your workWork IS GoodWork is a service to God, to people, and to creationCare for, watch over, protect, guard and stand for those in your work sphereCultivate a Kingdom Culture in and through your workYou are a partner with God in His work on the earth - live and act like it.......................You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
“Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come. Now all these things are from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation, namely, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and He has committed to us the word of reconciliation.” 2 Corinthians 5:17-19 NASBIn this episode you will be encouraged to :Listen for God's voice and directivesWrestle through to obedienceEmbrace God's "with-ness" as enoughMove toward those who are differentPractice curiosityTake on Christ's mission of reconciliation____________________________Since 2012, Kelly has served as the Executive Director of UniteBoston. This organization seeks to serve Unity, Reconciliation, Justice, and Restoration in Greater Boston.She has a certificate in Christian Foundations from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and a Masters of Divinity, through Boston University, with certificates in Religion and Conflict Transformation and also International Mission and Ecumenism. She is an ordained minister with the American Baptist Churches of Massachusetts.Kelly, her husband and two daughters live in an intentional Christian community in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston, MA.. They enjoy spending time outdoors. You can learn more about UniteBoston and/or connect with Kelly here:https://www.uniteboston.com/Kelly@UniteBoston.com On Facebook: Kelly Fasset_______________________________Andrea St. Louis is a highly intuitive Coach, Writer, and Business Consultant with a passion for helping people to see themselves from God's perspective and to live in purpose. She is a wife, mother, and recent seminary graduate committed to teaching others to embrace authenticity and grace in sharing their stories, discovering their gifts, and embracing their place in the Kingdom.You can learn more about what Andrea is doing at:https://stepin2purpose.com/.......................You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode Coach Tom challenges us to consider key questions about our reception, experience and demonstration of God's love, because the love of God transforms everything!Are you settling for a loveless faith? Do you want to open a whole new world of adventure? If so:Ask God for the experience of His loveReceive, agree and align yourself with His love for youBe bold and extravagant in re-loving others, intentionally and spontaneously, with His overflow of resourcesAs we learn to receive, align and exercise his abundant love, our experience of life will be dramatically changed!_____________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
"... the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what He requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God." - Micah 6:8In this episode, Coach Tom interviews Randy Nabors, one of his own formative influencers.Randy's life and ministry embody Micah 6:8:Tune in to hear how God called Randy and wonderfully changed the entire course of his family life. Greatly inspired by his mom and his pastorImpacted by brokenness, sin and abuseHealing through counselingHealing of his daughterYou will also be inspired by his compelling vision and passion for the local church.____________________Randy Nabors serves as the senior coordinator of the New City Network along with his wife Joan. He also serves as the Coordinator of Urban & Mercy Ministries under Mission to North America and is the Pastor Emeritus at New City Fellowship Chattanooga. Randy has been involved with Prison Fellowship, served as an Army Reserve Chaplain retiring as a Colonel in 2007, and written two books: Merciful and Insufficient. Randy and Joan have four children and eleven grandchildren. They continue to live in Chattanooga and worship at New City whenever they are home. You can connect with Randy at: The New City Networkhttps://www.thenewcitynetwork.org/ ____________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
As things heat up this summer, Coach Tom encourages us to look up and in as our first response to the difficulties that surround us. He challenges us to take a fresh look at the various arenas of our lives, such asProblemsIssuesRelationshipsImprovement ProjectsUnclean areasin order to discern what may need to be cleaned, repaired or remodeled so that we can live spacious lives.You will receive practical insights on how to do this important work that no one else can or will do for you!_______________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode Tom interacts with long time family friend, Jordan Allen. You will hear about Jordan'sHeart for worship and development as a leaderOngoing identity transformation"Radical Sabbatical" : 40 days of solitude and silenceDesire to be a "Connector" and how God is presently using him in this capacityWord of caution to those who are "on stage" in the bodyTune in to be encouraged by a heart after God.~Coach Tom----------------Jordan Allen was born in Massachusetts. When he was a child, he and his family moved to Northern Virginia where they planted Gateway Community Church. He served on the youth worship team at Gateway, and later as a worship leader with Chi Alpha Fellowship at the University of Virginia. Upon graduation, Jordan spent 10+ years in the software consulting industry. But Jordan felt called to lead worship as a focus of his life ... so he made a switch. Today, Jordan serves full-time, at Gateway Community Church, as the Worship and Creative Arts Director ... he is livin' the dream.______________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode we are challenged to identify and carefully discern the nature of each different kind of difficulty we face in life. Only then will we understand what God desires for us to do.Coach Tom discusses three common responses to hardship:AvoidResistPress ThroughHe will also offer insight into how to determine when each is most appropriate.______________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode Tom interviews long time friend, and medical doctor, Anthony Lim.You will be inspired by Anthony as he gives you a peek into his educational/occupational and spiritual journey which has lead him to what he believes is his calling.Dive in to learn about: the value of a whole food, plant based diet and healthy lifestylethe example and effective lives of a couple of fellow college studentsa wonderful transformation from living as a "human doing" to living as a "human being"the kindness of the Lord that leads to repentancea life lived in ever increasing purpose, joy and freedom~Coach Tom_______________Anthony Lim is a family physician who serves as the medical director of an intensive nutrition and lifestyle program called the McDougall Program. He is passionate about educating his patients, health care providers, and the general public about the benefits of a whole-food, plant-based diet and healthy lifestyle in preventing, treating, and reversing chronic illnesses such as obesity, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. Anthony lives in Santa Rosa, CA and is happily married to his college sweetheart, Jean. They have been blessed with two children - Joshua and Julia - who bring them endless joy and laughter. _______________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
Are you being TOO polite in life? What doors are you waiting to walk through?In this episode, you will be encouraged to take the assignments that you have been given, and "go for it"!Using the Apostle Paul's mentoring of Timothy as an example, Coach Tom exhorts us toBe BoldBe LovingBe SensibleWhile walking in the authority and confidence of the Holy Spirit in us.Key questions to ask: What has God deposited in me that can be offered to or used to serve others? Where and/or with whom are you inspired to exercise what God has deposited in you?You have been uniquely gifted to meet needs that perhaps only you can meet!~Coach Tom....................................You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this podcast you will challenged to make personal and corporate choices to “notice and prefer” God always and everywhere. This requires mindset and lifestyle shifts which involve practicing:· Solitude· Silence· Slowness· StillnessSteve admits that these elements of discernment do not come easily or quickly to most of us, but are well worth the practice to move into the “wide open space” that God has for us! Tune in to be encouraged and refreshed!~ Coach TomGreater Formation---------------Steve lives in Boston area with his wife, Ruth. He is a dad, grandfather, and great friend. Since July of 2003 Steve has served as founder and president of Leadership Transformations, and director of the Pierce Center for Disciple-Building, and adjunct faculty in the Doctor of Ministry department at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He is author of sixteen books, including his most recent, The Discerning Life.You can connect with Steve through his ministry, Leadership Transformations.leadershiptransformations.orgPhone # 978-646-4175You can also listen in on "The Discerning Leader" podcast.________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
In this episode, you will be challenged to take time to prepare yourself well before entering relational spaces.You will be encouraged to consider :how well you "read the room"taking time to prayerfully and intentionally go into settings WITH Godyour own self...what you are bringing into the spacelistening well and discerning what God is already doinghonoring God and others by aligning yourself to see, say and serve HOPEYou will also be spurred on to put into practice these wonderful practices that will aid you in the building of healthy relationships and the advancement of the purposes of God.~ Coach Tom ....................................You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click He
Tune in to hear this astounding and inspiring story of redemption, healing and hope.It was a delight to sit with Joe Fornear, a long time friend of mine from high school days. I KNOW that you, too, will be encouraged to hear what he has to share.In this podcast you will hear some of Joe's honest reflections on life lived as a self professed "race car that needed a steering wheel". his own mental health strugglesrelational struggles with profound effectsGod's interventions and "glorious salvation"the impactful gifts of those who invested in himhis diagnosis of Late Stage Metastatic Melanomaan oncologist's shocking "death sentence" when no more could be done God's MIRACULOUS healinghow God is moving in and through him today in an amazing and inspiring ministryReally...You do not want to miss this one!~ Coach TomGreater Formation...........................Joe Fornear and his wife Terri serve the Lord through Stronghold Ministry, a cancer and support non-profit. Joe experienced the Lord's miraculous healing from Stage IV metastatic melanoma cancer after being given days to live in 2003. A pastor for 18 years, he and Terri started Stronghold in 2009. Joe has a passion to lead hurting people to Jesus' love, healing, and salvation. You can get in contact with Joe: Stronghold Ministry - A Cancer and Support Ministry https://www.facebook.com/joe.fornear - Joe Fornear on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Stronghold-Ministry/176000609176062 - Stronghold on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1389205034518582/ - "Stronghold Ministry Healing Prayer Group" on Facebook 7407 Stonecrest Dr Dallas, TX 75254 www.mystronghold.org jfor@mystronghold.org 214-221-7007 Call toll free - 877-230-7674--------------- You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
What are some things that you find to be particularly delightful?... things/experiences that bring you a sense of deep joy?You might have trouble accessing those memories right now - as a number of us feel as if our joy is being sucked out of us ... possibly by busyness, worry, doubt, fear - or the over-consumption of entertainment.Well ... God wants to connect with you in deep delight and joy!He is after a deep, honest, self-aware relationship with you ... one where you are able to BE PRESENT to, and HONEST with Him, yourself, and others. This is a miraculous and transforming relationship. It affects your identity, outlook, and what you do. The apostle Paul described his experience this way:"I am the least of the apostles and do not even deserve to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. But by the grace of God, I am what I am, and his grace to me was not without effect. No, I worked harder than all of them—yet not I, but the grace of God that was with me."He knew who he was, what he deserved and didn't deserve.He experienced God's grace - His kingdom infusion of identity and resources from heaven.This grace changed how he saw himself, and it energized his life and ministry.God delights and takes joy in you. (Deuteronomy 30:9, Psalm 18:19, Zephaniah 3:17)His joy in you can become your strength! (Nehemiah 8:10)God longs for you to reciprocate His delight - He wants you to delight in Him. This responsive delight actually opens you to your own deep desires - the desires God had placed within you.(Psalm 37:4)Take time to develop and cultivate your relationship with God - by establishing intentional and meaningful "Connection Time." In that space, you can begin to Clarify who you really are in Christ, own it, manage (steward) it, aim it, exercise it and contend for more.Jesus did just that ...The book of Hebrews says, "Since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer, and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before Him, He endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God." (Hebrews 12:1-2)You, too, can experience the Father's joy in you and what He wants to accomplish through you. His joy can fuel your perseverance and endurance. Enter in ... "take hold of that for which Christ has taken hold of you." (Philippians 4:12)His joy can empower your strength and endurance - just as it did for Jesus!~ Coach Tom ....................................You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click He
It was an honor and extremely fun for Andrea Lewis and me to interview Dr. Virginia Ward. She is my friend, colleague, steward of urban theology and a respected leader in Boston. In this faith-building interview, we will hear Virginia's early days of faith development and consider the importance of:Proactively establishing varied spiritual disciplines.Exposing yourself to all "streams" of Christianity, through reading, experiencing, listening, and uniting in prayerPain and Suffering in spiritual formationSuspending stereotypes around ethnicity and race and listening wellI am confident you will learn, and be encouraged and challenged by this podcast!~ Coach TomGreater Formation...........................Dr. Virginia Ward serves as Dean of the Boston campus of Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary (The Center for Urban Ministerial Education). She is a youth equipper for life and, with that heart, also serves as a trainer with several urban youth organizations. She and her husband pastor Abundant Life Church in Cambridge, Massachusetts.If you'd like to connect with Dr. Ward or express your appreciation, here's her email address: vward@gordonconwell.edu -----------------Andrea St. Louis:She is a highly intuitive Coach, Writer, and Business Consultant with a passion for helping people to see themselves from God's perspective and to live in purpose. She is a wife, mother, and recent seminary graduate committed to teaching others to embrace authenticity and grace in sharing their stories, discovering their gifts, and embracing their place in the Kingdom.You can learn more about what Andrea is doing at:https://stepin2purpose.com/--------------You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
Andrea St. Louis and I thoroughly enjoyed our opportunity to interview Libby George. She is my very fun friend from down under. She lives in New Zealand and has a tenacious heart and hunger for God. She is prophetically gifted - particularly in areas of visions and dreams.Buckle up and get ready for some great stories, and some real impartation of faith - as you hear of how God encountered Libby as a young girl, and later recovered her from a broken state.She now is on a mission to raise up mighty women of faith and spiritual warfare.Check it out! And please like ... subscribe ... and leave comments - and/or connect with us if you have questions or for more info.~ Coach Tom...........................Libby George:She is a prophetic, breakthrough coach. She is also a holistic practitioner, and an international award-winning broadcaster. Libby trains prophetic marketplace women to reign in their highest anointing. God uses her to release the father's love so that deep & hidden needs can be revealed and prophetic promises can be realized.Get in touch with Libby at: Website: coachlibbygeorge.com Email: NourishOne@gmail.comGrab Libby's Free Gift - Inner-Healing Prayer e-book CLICK HEREAndrea St. Louis:She is a highly intuitive Coach, Writer, and Business Consultant with a passion for helping people to see themselves from God's perspective and to live in purpose. She is a wife, mother, and recent seminary graduate committed to teaching others to embrace authenticity and grace in sharing their stories, discovering their gifts, and embracing their place in the Kingdom.You can learn more about what Andrea is doing at:https://stepin2purpose.com/.......................You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
I've been excited to get the chance to interview Andrea for a while. She is one of my star clients in my "Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful" program. She is a gifted communicator, and she helps me interview a number of people on these podcasts.In this podcast, we discuss what it was like growing up in a strict Jamaican family of faith. We hear of some seasons where she went a bit off the rails - and how God drew her back into deep faith - particularly through her mom's gracious love and faith.Andrea grew up in the Truth stream of the body, but she has felt most nurtured in the Contemplative stream as an adult. God has been shaping and reshaping her sense of identity and community over the last few years, and her faith keeps getting better and better. She likes to help people move out of personal bondage and into a clear sense of identity and purpose.This has been part of her own journey, as God has led her through a few seasons of emptying her bag, learning to live lighter and finding her place in the body and in this world.As you listen to this podcast, may you receive God's invitation to empty your bag, learn to live lighter, and find your fresh and fitting place in the Body of Christ and in the world!~ Coach Tom ............................................Andrea St. Louis is a highly intuitive Coach, Writer, and Business Consultant with a passion for helping people to see themselves from God's perspective and to live in purpose. She is a wife, mother, and recent seminary graduate committed to teaching others to embrace authenticity and grace in sharing their stories, discovering their gifts, and embracing their place in the Kingdom.You can learn more about what Andrea is doing at:https://stepin2purpose.com/https://thetattedprofessionals.com/.......................You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
What really stirs your heart?What are you passionate about? - Things that inspire you that you really want to do or accomplish ... Pay attention ... there's a good chance these desires come from God.What really frustrates you or makes you angry about others or situations? - This, too, can point you toward what God wants. These might be areas where you can make a difference, solve a problem or help people change.Do you want a fulfilling and meaningful life?Go where the problem is and bring God's supernatural healing and solution.God demonstrated His image in this way. "God so loved the world that He ... " incarnated. He became one of us - He came close and lived "with us" - Emmanuel. He who knew no sin became sin (a sin payment) for us - so, we can become (and experience) the righteousness of God. (2 Corinthians 5:21)Love moves toward people and difficulties.Fear moves away from people and difficulties.This is the kind of love that dynamically moves toward people:Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7It always protects, always trusts, always hopes and always perseveres. Love never fails!Are you moving toward or away from particular people, people groups, places, or problems?Take time to really consider this question specifically and concretely - it can reveal a lot.How are you moving toward or moving away?Why are you moving toward or moving away?When you are ready to move ahead in love - get involved and help with the solutions and resources God provides. Rarely will Kingdom resources surface/manifest till you are actually in the situation and touching the need.I believe it's time to look around with fresh God-given eyes to see what He's doing ... and get moving. Don't just do something, however, discern and align with what God is doing.A new day is dawning. Some of it might be "good," and some of it might be "bad" - politically, financially, socially, etc. But, these circumstances don't REALLY matter. New days in the Kingdom are always good - because they are full of God's presence.IN CONCLUSION:Take time to consider people, groups, places God places on your heart.Are you moving toward them or away from them?Allow God to give you fresh insight.What problems, pains or challenges has God uniquely positioned you to miraculously solve or transform?It's time to engage supernaturally!~ Coach Tom....................................You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my Facebook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
"All you need is Love" ... "Love makes the world go round" ... Really?What kind of love are we after? What kind of love actually is of benefit and heals the soul?One term that is often used - particularly in Christian circles - is "Unconditional Love."I've asked some people what Unconditional Love means - and almost everyone has answered ... "Well, it's hard to explain." So, we are encouraging people to love each other with a kind of love we cannot explain. That doesn't seem very helpful to me.Some, however, would describe it as "loving with no strings attached ... love that is freely offered ... a compassionate love. And some simply say "AGAPE" love - referring to God's love.I personally find "Sacrificial Love" to be a more helpful way of understanding real love.Love costs ... and sometimes it costs a lot. It requires personal sacrifice. It may cost patience, forgiveness, money, misunderstanding, and frustration. It will require time and energy. God's love for us is sacrificial, and our best love toward others is also sacrificial.In this podcast, I describe the difference between sacrificial love and people-pleasing - just to make others happy, the ability to recognize and thank others for their sacrificial love toward us, and how to bring God into the sacrificial love picture.Sacrificial love requires and ability to reset and refresh your love with God's help and resources - so you don't get overly worn and your love doesn't grow stale. God can help you love others beyond your normal capacity.As we consider real love ... Sacrificial Love ... we are left with a few questions:- Is there anyone God is bringing to our minds to whom we might need to express fresh sacrificial love?- Is there anyone who has been loving us sacrificially, to whom we may want to express thanks?- How has God recently been expressing sacrificial love toward us personally? It might be a good time to express your specific and concrete thanks to Him.I hope you enjoy this podcast and find it helpful as you grow in your understanding and capacity to express God-empowered love!~ Coach Tom................................................You can connect with me at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here
Don and I think we might have met in the 1990s at Paulea's house, but we aren't sure. We were all pursuing House Church models and discipleship multiplication. The awesome thing is that we have maintained the same values for 30 years.I was reintroduced to Don a year and a half ago, when I moved to Richmond, VA. We have spent some hours together sitting on his porch, and some drinking coffee at my house. Every time we get together we laugh and touch deep things in God. I love his spirituality, focus on Jesus and his love for his city!Don has connections with a number of different segments of the Body of Christ in Richmond and throughout the state and beyond. I am always drawn to folks who connect broadly.In this podcast, Paulea Mooney-McCoy, Don Coleman, and I discuss some of the following topics:The importance of pursuing spiritual idealsSpiritual FatheringThe healing power of simple faithThe experience of hardship and brokenness in the ChurchThe reality that even though Jesus was perfect - everything around Him was often a mess ... and what that means for us and our faithWhen you don't know what to do ... when you really don't know what to do ... build an altar and go to GodThis is a little longer than some of my podcasts ... but my o my, we connect with God at points along the way!~ Coach Tom Greater Formation...........................Don Coleman: Aka Pastor Don is co-founder of East End Fellowship in Richmond, Virginia. EEF is a multi-ethnic, economically diverse spiritual family that gathers on Sundays and in multiple house churches during the week. Pastor Don's passions are prayer and kingdom conversations on his porch. Don has also worked patiently for the functional unity of the body of Christ and racial healing.You can check out what he's doing at the East End website: http://www.eastendfellowship.org/Paulea Mooney McCoy:Paulea has over 20 years of experience developing people and programs through community-based organizations, churches, and in higher education. Her passion is to assist people in their journey to discern and live out their calling. Paulea sees her role as a coach and spiritual mentor to help people discover what really makes them “come alive”.· Strengths-based coaching using Strengthsfinder assessment tool· Life coaching and spiritual direction for individuals, couples and small groups· Retreat planning and facilitation· Speaking on issues related to urban ministry, racial reconciliation, community development and healthy relationships.She lives with her husband, Bil, in Dorchester, Massachusetts, and has three amazing adult children. You can connect with Paulea via email at: pauleamm@gmail.com...................................................You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com--------P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, I can help ...1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 45-Minute Strategy Session with me:
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