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On today's episode, Sharon and Lori introduce you to a remarkable woman - Cheryl Snow, Program Manager for Oklahoma Dept. of Rehabilitation Services. Cheryl holds several degrees, has home schooled her daughters, been involved in many local organizations, and all while having varying degrees of major vision loss. She loves to tell how God has empowered her life, the lives of her family, and those she serves in her career. Her story will certainly inspire you! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Grace is not: control, manipulation, behavior modification, judgmentalism. Grace is: unpredictable, messy, scary…a choice, a way of life, freedom, living by the Spirit. So why is it so difficult for both “big C” and “little c” church to embrace? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

There was no way we could do just one podcast with Marcy about this topic! Join us for part 2! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

In past podcasts we've talked a lot about what we see as issues with the organized church. Our good friend Marcy McConnell was on staff of a church for almost 20 years. We wanted to hear her perspective - from the "inside." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Jesus prayed for unity and oneness among His children. But denominations can divide us. There are real differences and valid conversations to be had about faith and scripture. How can we have those discussions respectfully and still love each other? What makes it so hard to connect and experience the unity Christ has for us? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Groupthink – the practice of thinking or making decisions as a group in a way that discourages creativity or individual responsibility. Critical Thinking – disciplined thinking that is clear, rational, open-minded, and informed by evidence. We see groupthink in politics, social media, everywhere in our culture. And it's in the Christian culture, too. Have you seen groupthink affect your own life? Are you a critical thinker? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Another episode in The End and the Beginning series. Jesus revealed the end of the law and the beginning of grace in what He said and did. We saw new pictures of this in stories we've known and read over and over. There are so many examples of this, but we narrowed it down to some of our favorites, and they are amazing and sweet! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

It is true that Christians tend to stay in abusive marriages longer than non-Christians. We believe much of the reason is unreasonable and reckless “biblical” views. In this episode we share some of what we've come across in our ministry. Although some scenarios are extreme, and some may sound frivolous, the underlying problems are the same. 1) Too often there is more concern for the institution of marriage than there is for the abused people within the marriage, and 2) there is more pressure put on the wife to “fix” the problems, as in to submit more, pray more, and be more patient – sometimes even unto death.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Today we continue our discussion about the historical and root causes of the marginalization of women in the church today. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

“Men lead. Women follow. The Bible tells us so.” But does it? Could the idea of complementarianism (another word for patriarchy) come from poor translations or twisting of scripture? Did Jesus value and elevate women, or did He treat them as “less than?”   As an added bonus, Sonya Brunner stuck around and tackled this topic with us – and let's say she had some questions…!  For more on this subject we suggest The Making of Biblical Womanhood by Beth Allison Barr, On Purpose by Julie Zine Coleman, the work of Marg Mowczko, and Sheila Wray Gregoire, author of The Great Sex Rescue. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Sonya describes herself as a “First Responder,” and she is – to women in situations that most of us can't imagine. She has come to the aid of abused, imprisoned, addicted, and trafficked women and girls. Her own personal experiences have made her a passionate and safe advocate for them. In the episode Sonya focuses on how children are at risk, and what we can do to protect them. Find out more about Sonya, and find the links to her podcast, at www.sonyabrunner.com   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

If you've been in an evangelical church for any length of time, you are sure to have heard some version of “The Sinner's Prayer.” You may even have gone down to the alter and prayed it yourself. Did you know it's a fairly recent creation, traced back to the early 20th century? How does it fit with what we see in the New Testament and, more importantly, in the ministry of Jesus? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Did you know the Gentiles were included in God's promises and plans from the very beginning? Most likely that includes YOU. No one was an afterthought or second choice. Now how special do you feel? And the title of this podcast…trust us – it really will make sense. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

How often do we think we know exactly what we need, but God has other plans? And His other plans aren't just the easy response, but above and beyond? That's where we're going today! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Today we continue our deeper look at the “heroes of the faith.” Don't you love how God rewrites all of our stories! We should ALL have capes! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Hebrews 11 lists some of the “heroes of the faith.” We tend to think they were super special and had little to no flaws. But is that the whole story? We don't think so! Today we get into the rest of their stories, and realize they were just people, who sometimes made some not-so-great choices.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

The End and the Beginning series. As we've said before, there are pictures of the Old and the New Covenant everywhere in scripture. Today we talk about Sarah and Hagar, and see why the two covenants simply can't exist together. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

On today's episode of The Three - Shiny Happy People This documentary has been rocking peoples' worlds since it came out recently. Almost everyone knows someone who has been affected by the Bill Gothard IBLP movement, and many of those have been damaged to some extent. We give our reviews, talk about how some of these teachings still linger in evangelical churches, and also find there is hope and grace in the aftermath.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

What we hear from others and what we say to ourselves becomes a narrative about our life – our story. We start to believe these things, and live them out even if they are not true (and a lot of them aren't). But do you know that you have a new story? God has given us a beautiful story! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Words are powerful, and words of affirmation are words we all long to hear. We can be pretty good at affirming others, but pretty bad at affirming ourselves. If we believe what God says about us, why can't we affirm ourselves with the truth? Why do we allow the judgement of others to frame our image of ourselves? How does God affirm us? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

More today of The End and The Beginning series. What happened between the resurrection and when Jesus went back to His Father? Not a lot of time is usually spent on this period of time, but several things occurred that symbolize the End and the Beginning. And, surprise! Today our friend Marti sits in for the vacationing Sharon.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

In today's episode we finish up the Soul Care series with the often ignored part – the body. But even if it tends to be an afterthought, our bodies will remind us that we need to take care of it. It also stores any trauma we have experienced in our lives. Our bodies are important to pay attention to! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Today we focus on our soul, which connects our spirit and our body. The soul is made up of our mind, will, and emotions – or our thinker, doer, and feeler! We talk about what it means to have the mind of Christ, and how to manage our strong emotions. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

In this episode we begin to unpack the “3x3” in soul care, beginning with the spirit. We are three-part beings, just as God is three – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It's important to understand how all three parts help us experience wholeness and oneness in our lives. The spirit is the essence of us, the core and source of our very identity. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Pictures of the Old and the New are seriously everywhere in the bible. Who knew that the story of the Good Samaritan was one of them? There is so much to see in every detail of the scriptures, and we love to look for those extra details. Even a donkey! In this episode we look for the End and the Beginning in this well-known parable. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Today we spend some time looking at Nicodemus. There's not a lot written in the bible about him, but what there is prompted an interesting discussion. We may remember he met with Jesus under cover of night, but there were also 2 other mentions of this man. What he did led us to some speculation about Nicodemus' life after the cross. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Sharon and Lori introduce you to Courtney Lowe, LPC, and certified EMDR therapist. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, with an incredible success rate. EMDR treats, among other things, trauma, anxiety, grief, and addictions. If you've ever wondered what this was all about, you will want to tune in to this podcast. To contact Courtney, go to: https://courtneylowecounseling.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

We just watched a fantastic documentary called Jesus Music, which tells the story of the birth and rise of “contemporary Christian music.” It was a complex story, featuring many of the artists who were part of this new movement, their struggle to be accepted by the Christian community, and their own personal heartbreaks. This film brought up so many emotions and questions! To see where to watch Jesus Music, go here: https://www.lionsgate.com/movies/the-jesus-music --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Pat has been doing some thinking – and some speaking – about threes. Just look around you and there are threes everywhere – things made up of three parts – trees, eggs, atoms… And did you know there is God's signature on nature in the shape of the cross? Ever heard of laminin? We spend a bit of time there, and, because we just couldn't contain ourselves, we wanted to tell you all more about John & Stacey Lynch's visit with us. There may have been a little “excitement” involved… --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

John Lynch is in the house! What a sweet time we had with John and Stacey Lynch. They brought grace, warmth, and delight to Oneness and to everyone they met while they were with us. It's not every day you get to have John Lynch in the studio. You most definitely want to hear this one! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Isaiah 61 told of the coming Messiah. In Luke 4, Jesus read this passage in His hometown, and announced that the prophecy had been fulfilled, and He was the One they had been waiting for. And it didn't go so well. The end of the Old was the beginning of the New. But Jesus wasn't exactly what they were expecting.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Most of us are familiar with Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” And we may have ideas of what “all things” might be. But what if it's different than what we have always thought? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

Sharon and Lori introduce you to Courtney Lowe, LPC, and certified EMDR therapist. Courtney loves what she does, and it shows! EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and has an incredible success rate. EMDR treats, among other things, trauma, anxiety, grief, and addictions. If you've ever wondered what this was all about, you will want to tune in to this podcast. To contact Courtney, go to: https://courtneylowecounseling.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-3/support

What is 3 x 3 Soul Care? It is something that is near and dear to Pat's heart, and a new direction we are headed at Oneness Ministries. We know that we are 3-part beings, created in the image of a 3-part God. Our desire is to address all 3 parts: body, soul, and spirit. Today we want to share with you what that looks like, and how healing includes all of those parts. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

Today is the first in our new monthly series, “The End and the Beginning.” Everything Jesus said and did was to point to the ending of the Old and the beginning of the New. In this episode, we take the story of the fig tree in Mark 11, and see how it was announcing the end, and the beginning. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

Is confession necessary for forgiveness? Does God require anything from us before He can forgive us? What about in our personal relationships? And what exactly is confession, and what is forgiveness? So many questions! Today we attempt to provide some answers. (no video is available for this podcast) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

“God is writing a story of rescue and redemption…and Jesus… wrote Himself into that story.” These words are from the devotional, The Chosen – 40 Days with Jesus. In this episode, we use this as a jumping off point to explore a recurring theme – from the Old Testament to the New: humanity rebelled against God - God made a miraculous way for righteousness to be restored - God gave grace to the people who believed. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

“What if the issue was not too much grace, but never having given grace a chance?” John Lynch – author, speaker, great friend of Oneness, and someone we quote frequently on the podcast and our Facebook page. There is no one quite like him when he speaks of God's grace! In January we went to a conference to hear John, and we wanted to share some of what we heard. And to invite you to come hear John for yourself here in OKC on April 1st, 2023! To see The Two Roads video go to: https://youtu.be/Rfy03PEVUhQ For more about John, go to www.johnlynchspeaks.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

If you've listened to us for very long, you know that we often bring up the show “The Chosen” and that we LOVE it! So today we wore our Chosen gear and spent the entire podcast talking about our favorite scenes, characters, lines, and the incredible creativity and humanness of this one-of-a-kind series. If you haven't yet discovered it, please download The Chosen app and enjoy! (On the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-chosen/id6443956656 ) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

“You show that you are a letter from Christ, delivered by us, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human hearts.” (2 Cor. 3:3) The stories of individual people are told in the bible. But YOU have your own story with God. You learn about God by the teachings of others, but you only get to know Him personally by hearing Him for yourself, one on one, in your life's story. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

Thanks to our friend David Moss for this seriously enlightening perspective on the story of Zaccheus! You will never only think of the cute little children's song again when you think of him. There is so much more to the story! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

What was Jesus talking about in John 16:7? What was the "something better" that would be to our "absolute advantage?" Why was it better, and what does it mean for us today? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

Recently Oneness staff and board members attended an Enneagram workshop, led by Marcy McConnell, who was a guest in November of The Three (episode 117). We have been talking about it ever since! The more we learn about this tool, the more we can see God's beautiful design in each of our individual personalities, and the more we can begin to understand and appreciate ourselves and others. If this is something that piques your interest, listen in for an exciting event coming up in February! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

In our final episode of “Nativity Talk,” we address the Wise Men – which is timely and accurate since, as we all know, they did not arrive until much later. We discovered there was more to just the short passage in Matthew, including that their arrival was foretold in the Old Testament. And that they weren't kings, but they were definitely wise. Listen in and be amazed! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

He started out as “sweet little baby Jesus.” But what was He like growing up? At what point in His life did He know exactly what He was facing? What was the relationship with His siblings like? With His mother? With His cousin John the Baptist? What was His life like before He began His ministry? We spent this podcast asking these questions, and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

She was becoming a mother for the first time, in her teens, with a true story too fantastic to believe. But Mary believed. She was frightened, likely had doubts, felt alone. She was also chosen and blessed. Today we attempt to grasp what it would have been like to be Mary, the mother of Jesus. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

“there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened.” What could this have been like? What was the significance of the shepherds? The sheep? There's a lot in this short passage for us to unpack! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

We know the Christmas story, we love the Christmas story, and we hear it every Christmas season. But because we know it so well, it can lose its deep meaning. So the three of us take a fresh look at the true miracle of Christmas. This episode is all about Joseph – someone whose story can be easily overlooked. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

Disappointment – the struggle is real! And it seems to come daily. Sometimes they are minor irritations, sometimes heartbreaking losses. And with the holidays coming up fast, disappointments can feel even deeper. It's tough to deal with it all, so we tried to come up with some different ways to look at disappointment. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

There are so many “big” things happening that it's easy to miss the “small” stuff. But it seems many of our intimate moments that touch our hearts happen in the quiet, small circumstances of life – both with friends and family, and with God. Thanks, Dad, for all the sweet ways you make yourself known to each of us! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support

We met Marcy for the first time as we sat down for this podcast, and we felt our souls connect immediately! Marcy is a Certified Enneagram Coach, and she explained how easily this tool harmonizes with the truth of the Gospel and our identity in Christ. She is passionate about helping believers realize not only who God designed them to be, but also to understand why they do what they do, and in that, learn to love themselves as they are. If you heard our recent podcast on Soul Care, you will be as excited as we are about this connection. Get used to Marcy – she will be partnering with us at Oneness in more ways in the near future. You can find out more about Marcy at www.thereclaimedsoul.org --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-3/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-3/support