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In this week's episode, Alastair Sterne takes us on a deep dive into true biblical joy.  Buy Alastair's Books: Longing for Joy: An Invitation into the Goodness and Beauty of Life https://amzn.to/3ZUGmuD  Rhythms for Life: Spiritual Practices for Who God Created You to Be https://amzn.to/3hvWOZG   .  Books Mentioned by Alastair  Charles Taylor Robert Robertson Andrew Root Willie Jennings Connect with Alastair: Website: www.ordinarymatters.com   www.alastairsterne.com/  Interested in receiving a monthly update that includes a list of resources/books that I've found helpful as well as my most recent essays, content, and offerings? Sign up: www.brianrussellphd.com/newsletter  When you sign up, I'll share the Gratitude Amplifier tool with you. If you only want the tool, email me: brian@brianrussellphd.com  Join Brian's Monthly free centering prayer gathering: www.centeringprayerbook.com  Brian Russell's Books Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/3uuWCoQ Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ  (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9  Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/    Brian's Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer   Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com  Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?  Email: brian@brianrussellphd.com  Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support. #wesley #holiness #perfectlove #spiritualgrowth Links to Amazon are affiliate links. Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations gets a small fee if you purchase products through the links. This does not affect the price you pay. Thank you for supporting my podcast by ordering some of the suggested resources or by using the links on the way to buy things that you normally use via Amazon.

In this special episode of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast, Brian shares Episode 1 of the new coaching podcast that he is co-hosting with Mark Dunwoody.  Brian and Mark introduce the Watering Hole Coaching podcast by talking about what coaching is, how it's helped them, and how coaching can serve the world You can also subscribe to the audio feed wherever you listen to podcasts. Search for The Watering Hole a podcast for Coaches wherever you listen to podcasts or go to its home: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dyland243/episodes/Welcome-to-The-Watering-Hole-Podcast-e2fe69f  Connecting with Mark Dunwoody: https://healthyrhythms.org/ Email: mark@missiopartnerships.com Connecting with Brian Russell : https://www.brianrussellphd.com/ Email brian@brianrussellphd.com Books by Mark and Brian Mark Dunwoody and Winfield Bevins, Healthy Rhythms for Leaders: Cultivating Soul Care in Uncertain Times (Exponential, 2021): https://amzn.to/3SIntaz Brian Russell, Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (Paraclete Press, 2021): https://amzn.to/3vZSEp5 ____ Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation (Invite Press, 2023): https://amzn.to/4bkj0SN ____(re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Press, 2016): https://amzn.to/3HNOint Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to us.This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

Dr. Brian Russell shares how he balances demands to make Bible study a priority.    1 John 4:8 (NLT)But anyone who does not love does not know God, for God is love.  https://livesteadyon.com/ Email Angie at: steadyonpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: @livesteadyon Instagram: @angiebaughman421 Looking for something not listed? It's probably here: https://linktr.ee/livesteadyon  https://www.brianrussellphd.com/ https://www.instagram.com/yourprofessorforlife/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianrussellphd/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYiBGfJS-W4_U4L2NkvmrKg  Brian's book, “Astonished by the Word,” can be found here:https://www.amazon.com/Astonished-Word-Reading-Scripture-Transformation/dp/1953495737/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TOFR8OBZRFO1&keywords=brian+russell+transformation&qid=1699019498&sprefix=brian+russell+transformation%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-1 Brian's book, “Centering Prayer,” can be found here:https://www.amazon.com/Centering-Prayer-Sitting-Quietly-Presence-ebook/dp/B09GH8D85Q/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=pMc2C&content-id=amzn1.sym.579192ca-1482-4409-abe7-9e14f17ac827&pf_rd_p=579192ca-1482-4409-abe7-9e14f17ac827&pf_rd_r=131-7565019-6259242&pd_rd_wg=QRAcA&pd_rd_r=2e162fe9-2f6c-473a-b647-262b87edcd62&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk Other books by Brian are also available on Amazon.  Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award winning professor of biblical studies at Asbury Theological Seminary and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. He's also an ordained minister and has served faith communities in Kentucky, Virginia and Florida. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed, 2014), (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (Paraclete, 2021), and his latest book Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation (Invite Press, 2023). He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast.  Brian mentioned:“Wondrous Depth” by Ellen F. Davis  Theme music:Santas Turbo Sleigh Ride On Solar Energy by Avocado JunkieLearn more about Steady On University and add your name to the waitlist here. Download a sample lesson here.Preroll music: Tomorrow Comes Soon by Dreamlamp

Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award-winning professor of biblical studies and former dean at Asbury Theological Seminary as well as a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of The Song of the Sea: The Date of Composition and Influence of Exodus 15:1–21 (Peter Lang, 2007); Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed 2014); (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); and his newly released Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (Paraclete Press, 2021). He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. Episode Talking Points: Teaching the Bible The influence of scripture  The story of the Bible Dealing with hard passages  Walking through a dark night of the soul  Keeping the Bible fresh in our lives  Contemplative Spiritual Formation  Resources: Brian's LinkedIn Astonished by the Word --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-monday-christian/support

Do You Use a Centering Prayer? Interact Leave Your Replies at The BH Sales Kennel Kelp Healing Hour Message Board Grandpa Bill today welcomes my next in studio guest Brian Russell Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award-winning professor of biblical studies and former dean at Asbury Theological Seminary as well as a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of The Song of the Sea: The Date of Composition and Influence of Exodus 15:1–21 (Peter Lang, 2007); Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed 2014); (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); and his newly released Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (Paraclete Press, 2021). He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. Brian is married to Astrid Robles and they have six children. He is passionate about soccer, playing guitar and eating well. Biography Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award winning professor of biblical studies at Asbury Theological Seminary and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. He's also an ordained minister and has served faith communities in Kentucky, Virginia and Florida. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed, 2014), (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (Paraclete, 2021), and his latest book Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation (Invite Press, 2023). He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. Desired CTA Send Audience To: My website contains links to all of my social media, books, podcasts and blog. About Brian Russell Brian is a passionate, knowledgeable, and compelling communicator who loves serving his audiences. He is particularly interested during this season to talk about deep spiritual practices such as centering prayer, lectio divina and journaling. His latest book is Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation (August 2023). He is also able to discuss spiritual growth and theology in depth. Additionally, he can also talk in depth on topics related to personal transformation, rebounding from divorce, and life/business coaching. http://www.brianrussellphd.com Ideas For Episode Titles / Main Focus Centering Prayer Spiritual Formation for the 21st Century Reading the Bible for Deep Transformation Courage, Calling, and Spiritual Growth How Intentional Spiritual Practices Can Eliminate Toxic Beliefs and Enhance Wholeness Questions Brian Is Always Ready To Answer What is centering prayer and how can it change my life? How do I develop a healthy rhythm of spiritual practices that I can consistently practice? How do we overcome our personal biases and blindspots while reading the Bible? Why are the practices of silence and solitude so critical for us in the 21st century? How can spiritual practices help me heal from toxic beliefs and false ideas about God? How can I move past fear/guilt/shame and live fully into God's dreams for my life? Why do Christians disagree about the meaning of different passage in the Bible? What does it mean to be astonished by the Word and be deeply transformed by Scripture? How can silence and solitude help with my inner healing? I struggle with doubt and uncertainty. Can I still grow in my faith? #Bible,#Biblical Healing,#Christianity,#Leadership Coach,#Meditation,#Pray,#Religion & Spirituality,#Spiritual Formation,#Spiritual Growth,#Theologian,#Transformation, --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bhsales/message

Grandpa Bill today preludes/and overviews my next in studio guest Brian Russell Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award-winning professor of biblical studies and former dean at Asbury Theological Seminary as well as a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of The Song of the Sea: The Date of Composition and Influence of Exodus 15:1–21 (Peter Lang, 2007); Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed 2014); (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); and his newly released Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (Paraclete Press, 2021). He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. Brian is married to Astrid Robles and they have six children. He is passionate about soccer, playing guitar and eating well. Biography Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award winning professor of biblical studies at Asbury Theological Seminary and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. He's also an ordained minister and has served faith communities in Kentucky, Virginia and Florida. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed, 2014), (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (Paraclete, 2021), and his latest book Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation (Invite Press, 2023). He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. Desired CTA Send Audience To: My website contains links to all of my social media, books, podcasts and blog. About Brian Russell Brian is a passionate, knowledgeable, and compelling communicator who loves serving his audiences. He is particularly interested during this season to talk about deep spiritual practices such as centering prayer, lectio divina and journaling. His latest book is Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation (August 2023). He is also able to discuss spiritual growth and theology in depth. Additionally, he can also talk in depth on topics related to personal transformation, rebounding from divorce, and life/business coaching. http://www.brianrussellphd.com Ideas For Episode Titles / Main Focus Centering Prayer Spiritual Formation for the 21st Century Reading the Bible for Deep Transformation Courage, Calling, and Spiritual Growth How Intentional Spiritual Practices Can Eliminate Toxic Beliefs and Enhance Wholeness Questions Brian Is Always Ready To Answer What is centering prayer and how can it change my life? How do I develop a healthy rhythm of spiritual practices that I can consistently practice? How do we overcome our personal biases and blindspots while reading the Bible? Why are the practices of silence and solitude so critical for us in the 21st century? How can spiritual practices help me heal from toxic beliefs and false ideas about God? How can I move past fear/guilt/shame and live fully into God's dreams for my life? Why do Christians disagree about the meaning of different passage in the Bible? What does it mean to be astonished by the Word and be deeply transformed by Scripture? How can silence and solitude help with my inner healing? I struggle with doubt and uncertainty. Can I still grow in my faith? #Bible,#Biblical Healing,#Christianity,#Leadership Coach,#Meditation,#Pray,#Religion & Spirituality,#Spiritual Formation,#Spiritual Growth,#Theologian,#Transformation, --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bhsales/message

As Christians, we believe prayer is an important practice in our spiritual lives. But knowing how to pray is a skill we must learn. Dr. Brian Russell is a professor of theology and spiritual coach and he's written a book about the practice of centering prayer as a pathway to grow deeper in our prayer lives. In this episode, Ben and Brian talk about the role of prayer, how to pray in different, more contemplative ways, and how this practice can shape us in deep ways as people of faith.    Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is a professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is passionate about helping people just like you to grow in your love for God and neighbor.   He is the author of Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed 2014), (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); and his latest Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (Paraclete Press, 2021). He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast.  Contact: brian@brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Sign up for updates about centering prayer and invitations to Virtual Centering prayer gatherings co-hosted by Brian: www.centeringprayerbook.com

Brian is the author of the new book Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He's an award-winning professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals and also hosts the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. In this episode, Brian and I discuss personality, teamwork, relationships, leadership, and much more.  There are two parts to this interview – the first is the standard Strong Stoic guest conversation followed by a 20-minute interview talking about Brian's career and his road to success. The second interview will be exclusively released on my Patreon and Substack, so consider joining there if you're interested. Please welcome Dr. Brian Russell.  You can find Brian here: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian is the author of the new book Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He's an award-winning professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals and also hosts the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. In this episode, Brian and I discuss personality, teamwork, relationships, leadership, and much more.  There are two parts to this interview – the first is the standard Strong Stoic guest conversation followed by a 20-minute interview talking about Brian's career and his road to success. The second interview will be exclusively released on my Patreon and Substack, so consider joining there if you're interested. Please welcome Dr. Brian Russell.  You can find Brian here: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award winning professor of biblical literature and a transformational coach for spiritually-minded professionals. Known for his curiosity, compassion and commitment to growth, his personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about spirituality and the universe so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. Brian is the author of:Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed 2014)(re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015)Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life.  Brian is also the host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. In today's episode, Brian and I take a deep dive into the following: -“What did it feel like when you felt that nobody was coming to help you?” —> Reflections on this experience (which many of us face in our path) and how we have both navigated this -The concept of ‘The Spiral Staircase' -The importance of stillness and silence and how, contrary to popular belief, things get REALLY LOUD when you truly begin to sit in meditation -Shadow Work -Moving through guilt, shame, fear and rage -The “7 Deadly Sins” or what Brian calls “Internal Pain Spots” - - what these mean, how they show up and how to navigate them (no matter your spiritual or religious views) -Facing death in our day-to-day reality -How to live a life of service under the principal of ‘Being a Reservoir, not a Canal' And SO. MUCH. MORE. - - - If you'd like to find more of Brian, you can find him here: Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife  Brian's Podcast, Coaching & Other Teachings can be found HERE: https://linktr.ee/briandrussell?fbclid=PAAaZFuSAaQf_7iGNBDrUZRQrCkhosd5wzRP7Nw2QjjmL4kwUJDpnBD92IYjQ - - -

Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award winning professor of biblical literature and a transformational coach for spiritually-minded professionals. Known for his curiosity, compassion and commitment to growth, his personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about spirituality and the universe so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. Brian is the author of:Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed 2014)(re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015)Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life.  Brian is also the host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. In today's episode, Brian and I take a deep dive into the following: -“What did it feel like when you felt that nobody was coming to help you?” —> Reflections on this experience (which many of us face in our path) and how we have both navigated this -The concept of ‘The Spiral Staircase' -The importance of stillness and silence and how, contrary to popular belief, things get REALLY LOUD when you truly begin to sit in meditation -Shadow Work -Moving through guilt, shame, fear and rage -The “7 Deadly Sins” or what Brian calls “Internal Pain Spots” - - what these mean, how they show up and how to navigate them (no matter your spiritual or religious views) -Facing death in our day-to-day reality -How to live a life of service under the principal of ‘Being a Reservoir, not a Canal' And SO. MUCH. MORE. - - - If you'd like to find more of Brian, you can find him here: Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife  Brian's Podcast, Coaching & Other Teachings can be found HERE: https://linktr.ee/briandrussell?fbclid=PAAaZFuSAaQf_7iGNBDrUZRQrCkhosd5wzRP7Nw2QjjmL4kwUJDpnBD92IYjQ - - -

Brian is the author of the new book Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He's an award-winning professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals and also hosts the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. In this episode, Brian and I discuss Aleksander Solzhenitsyn, the spiritual journey (which we deem the existential journey), losing faith, finding faith, and much more. I absolutely loved this conversation so I hope you dig it too. Please welcome Dr. Brian Russell. You can find Brian here: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/

Brian is the author of the new book Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He's an award-winning professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals and also hosts the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. In this episode, Brian and I discuss Aleksander Solzhenitsyn, the spiritual journey (which we deem the existential journey), losing faith, finding faith, and much more. I absolutely loved this conversation so I hope you dig it too. Please welcome Dr. Brian Russell. You can find Brian here: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Dr. Brian Russell tells his story of his life altering event and how he overcame it through silent meditative prayer.   Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an author, professor, podcaster and a transformational coach for spiritually-minded professionals. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast.  In This Episode  Feeling of disconnection  Ran into a bank of love  Open yourself up to love  Links  Brian's Website  Brian's Instagram, Twitter & LinkedIn  SubscribeToDebi.com  Trust Again Intensive   PBT Podcasts  Healed or Hardened Quiz  Post Betrayal Syndrome Quiz  PBT Institute Membership Community  Trust Again Book  From Hardened to Healed Book 

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Brian Russell the author of Centering Prayer and host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. Brian is a return guest to the show, and someone with a great deal of wisdom to share. He is a professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals.In the conversation, Brian and I discuss: How to define forgivenessWhy the practice of forgiveness is so challengingWhat's possible in the way of forgiveness.How a stillness practice can help us The connection between wisdom and forgiveness, and much moreShow Sponsor:  This episode is brought to you in high-quality audio courtesy of Squadcast; start your free trial today.Follow In Search of Wisdom:Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelTwitter: twitter.com/searchwisdompodInstagram: instagram.com/searchwisdompodSign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).

In this episode, Brian Russell shares his story of brokenness and the wholeness that came through silence and solitude with Jesus. He shares about his new book on centering prayer and how that can prepare us for mission.Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is a professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed 2014), (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); and his latest Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast.Brian's Book:Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your LifeBrian's Recommendations:The Stoics:SenecaEpictetusThe Ninefold Path of Jesus: Hidden Wisdom of the Beatitudes by Mark ScandretteGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shiftingculturepodcastSupport the show

In this episode, I speak to Dr. Brian Russell the author of the new book Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. Brian is an award-winning professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. He is also the host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. In the conversation, Brian and I discuss:The Practice of Centering PrayerThe Power of Sitting QuietlyThe Obstacles to Sitting in Silence Humility and ConfidenceLove, Compassion, and much moreConnect with Brian Russell:Homepage: brianrussellphd.com/Instagram: instagram.com/yourprofessorforlife/Follow In Search of Wisdom:Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom). 

Overview Today on the podcast, Dr. Brian Russell, award-winning professor of biblical studies and former dean at Asbury Theological Seminary, as well as a transformation coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals, joined the podcast. He is the author of several books, with his most recent being “Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life” and is the host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. In today's conversation, Brian talks about his new book “Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life.” We talk about what centering prayer is, how this practice has helped Brian grow deeper in his relationship with the Lord, some of the gifts he's received as a result, and how we can start our own journey with this practice. Brian would love to meet you and your group study virtually! When you buy 15 or more copies of his book for a group study, email him at deepdivespirituality@gmail.com. For the first 10 people to do so, he'll reply and set up a time to meet you and your group virtually, lead you through a time of centering prayer and do a brief Q&A session. His book can be purchased on Amazon and we'll link to everything in the show notes. Let's listen!

In this week's episode I talk about how God uses centering prayer, i.e., silent meditative prayer, to transform us. I take you on a deep dive into how to respond to the thoughts you encounter when you sit in silence. In particular, I discuss the "evil" or "distracting" thoughts that will most trouble you if you practice consistently. I hope that it serves you powerfully. My latest book Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (Paraclete Press) is now available in paperback and ebook formats. Buy from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3AroGYf or directly from Paraclete Press: www.paracletepress.com Connect with Brian Russell: Sign up for Brian's email updates: www.centeringprayerbook.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Coaching for Pastors: www.deepdivespirituality.com Business and Life Coaching: www.drbrianrussellcoaching.com Brian Russell's Book on the Missional Interpretation of Scripture: (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World https://amzn.to/3qln258 Links to Amazon are affiliate links. Dr. Russell receives a small payment if you order resources through these links. There is no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting the podcast through your purchases. Please tell your friends about the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. It's also available on Spotify, Podbean, and iTunes as well as on YouTube as a videocast.

It is so easy to get caught in the trap of overfilled schedules, anxiety, and hurry. However, if we prioritize time alone with Jesus and listen to Him, we can fight back against the things that speed us up and make us anxious. In today's episode, Brian Russell, Ph.D. shares how the practice of Centered Prayer can help us experience greater levels of calmness, the ability to listen more carefully, lower blood our pressure, become more self-aware., and most importantly be a more effective vessel of God's love. Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an author, professor of biblical studies, podcaster and a transformational coach for spiritually minded professionals and pastors. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and participate in the transformation of others. He is the author of the forthcoming Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. His book is available here. He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. Connect with Brian by visiting his website at www.brianrussellphd.com.

How do you stay balanced when life throws you a curveball? Brian was left hopeless when his marriage broke up a decade ago. Filled with shame, forsaken, and terrified to lose everything, it wasn't easy for him to bounce back. However, he did. Having experienced a deep transformation, a renewed faith, things changed within and around him for the better. Dr. Brian Russell is an author, a professor of Biblical Studies, and a spiritual transformational coach. He is the founder of Deep Dive Spirituality a coaching program for pastors and spiritual leaders. His forthcoming book, Centering Prayer talks about silent, solitary practices before God that can turn your life around. He is also the host of The Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. Reading the Bible for the last 37 years, turned him into more than a master in it. In this episode of True North Man, Paul and Brian engage in a rich conversation, deepening your understanding of the Scriptures, your relation to God, Faith and Spirituality, life in general, and much more. The discussion brings clarity to many of the baffling thoughts you might deal with. A believer or a non-believer, you are sure to win some valuables from this enlightening talk.    What you will learn: What dark phase of life Brian had been through after his marriage broke up and how he got over it. How Brian opened himself up to deep experiences of inner healing by God's grace. Why there is sin in this world even when God is all-powerful and good. How you strengthen your belief in God. Why every person should strive to become ‘the person you are created to be' by the Lord. And many more enlightening moments!   Favorite Quote: “We're all redeemable if we open ourselves up to God. There is true, sanctifying grace that God gives to transform us and  help us to grow.” -          Dr. Brian Russell   How To Get Involved:   Find out Brian through his Website, or on Linked In, Instagram, and Twitter. You can know more about his Centering Prayer book here and The Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast here.   Discover all that Paul Beam has to offer at www.true-north-ministries.com    Enjoyed the episode? Hop over to Apple Podcasts for more! Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor: Leave a review to let us know what you want to hear from Paul next.

Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an author, professor of biblical studies, podcaster and a transformational coach for spiritually-minded professionals and pastors. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of the forthcoming Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (releasing 9/14/21 from Paraclete--available for preorder or sign up for updates: www.centeringprayerbook.com). He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast.Connect with Brian: Instagram: @yourprofessorforlifeTwitter: @briandrussellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianrussellphd/LISTEN TO THE REAL RAW TRUTH PODCASThttps://www.robbieraugh.com/podcast​https://www.podpage.com/real-raw-truth/https://open.spotify.com/show/2Xn6MMuvyUP41QJ0In5s8q  The Real. Raw. Truth. Podcast was started to engage in insightful, relevant conversations with Keri Spring and Robbie Raugh about the Mind. Body. Soul. Spirit. Each episode will focus on living life intentionally and intersecting God's Word in the real hard places that are a struggle for many. Our featured guests, spanning all areas of life, will provide valuable tools, tips or training within their area of specialty. We hope that a regardless of background, fears, age or stage of life, it's something you look forward to listening to each week!SHOP RESOURCES https://www.robbieraugh.com The Raw Truth Recharge Book – 7 Truths for Total Health and FitnessHealthy Eating and Cooking ClassesFree Health and Fitness SeminarsPrivate Nutrition and Health CoachingCONNECT WITH ME: Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/robbie.raughFacebook Page https://www.facebook.com/kerispringministriesFacebook Page https://www.facebook.com/realrawtruthInstagram https://www.instagram.com/robbieraughInstagram https://www.instagram.com/keri.springYou Tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ZQ7grffXH4wKVL7W5CTqAYou Tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYASorHrupEvYey4e_S_yswINVITE ME TO SPEAK Are you looking for your next women's event speaker? Email Robbie@Robbieraugh.comEmail kerispringministries@gmail.com  

Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award winning professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed 2014), (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); and the forthcoming Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast.You can find his upcoming book here: https://www.centeringprayerbook.com and on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Centering-Prayer-Sitting-Quietly-Presence/dp/1640606432/For coaching you can find him at https://www.drbrianrussellcoaching.com/

Dr. Brian Russell - Restoring Your Faith   Abuse is used to devalue and suppress our true self (our divine self) and keeps us disconnected from our own inner knowing and intuition. Dr. Brian Russell joins Maegan in the garden to discuss the spiritual journey survivors of abuse take and find their true connection with themselves. This journey can be one of the hardest things after abuse survivor will ever go through but one that will empower and enlighten them to change their life for the better.     Dr. Brian Russell Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an author, professor of biblical studies, podcaster, and a transformational coach for spiritually-minded professionals and pastors. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of the forthcoming Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life (releasing 9/14/21 from Paraclete--available for preorder or signup for updates: www.centeringprayerbook.com). He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast.   Connecting with Brian: Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianrussellphd/  YouTube:  https://youtube.com/c/deepdivespiritualitywithdrbrianrussell Business and Life Coaching: www.drbrianrussellcoaching.com  Podcast: deepdivespirituality.podbean.com     The Divine Self www.divine-self.com   The Divine Self YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheDivineSelf  Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDivineSelf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaeganDivine/   Resources for Survivors and Victims https://www.divine-self.com/resources.html   Suggested Reading Escaping Emotional Abuse: Healing the Shame You Don't Deserve by Beverly Engel https://www.amazon.com/Escaping-Emotional-Abuse-Healing-Deserve/dp/0806540508   The Emotionally Abusive Relationship by Beverly Engle https://www.amazon.com/Emotionally-Abusive-Relationship-Abused-Abusing/dp/150126205X   Psychopath Free by Jackson Mackenzie (great for relationships with a Narcissist) https://www.amazon.com/Psychopath-Free-Expanded-Emotionally-Relationships/dp/0425279995/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=psychopath+free&qid=1601758526&sr=8-2   Suggest Videos from The Divine Self Is the Narcissist “Happy” With Their NEW Supply? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QVnf3vhUiA&list=PLxuBXlo2NMFa4ZLvNvXmebNvtp8FGv7fa&index=3&t=1s The Narcissist and Their NEW Supply https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvampF-QpEM&list=PLxuBXlo2NMFa4ZLvNvXmebNvtp8FGv7fa&index=4&t=6s Why the Narcissist Wants You Back https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3w3JelXPiFk&list=PLxuBXlo2NMFa4ZLvNvXmebNvtp8FGv7fa&index=5&t=555s   The Secret Garden Podcast on ALL Major Podcast Channels (click below for a direct link) iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-secret-garden/id1528679352 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWRpdmluZXNlbGZzZWNyZXRnYXJkZW4vZmVlZC54bWw= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ecc98e21-ab44-4d92-8155-d8a2d784f78c/The-Secret-Garden Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-secret-garden/PC:49331?part=PC:49331&corr=podcast_organic_external_site&TID=Brand:POC:PC49331:podcast_organic_external_site iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-secret-garden-70625598/ Podbean: https://thedivineselfsecretgarden.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jrYTBblUIYKTkPs3qcLSA TuneIn Radio: http://tun.in/pj0ND Alexa: http://tun.in/pj0ND Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/the-secret-garden-the-divine-self-host-maegan-fzFlYgb_6Pw/ Also, on Deezer, Pocket Cast and Castbox

Brian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award winning professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed 2014), (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); and the forthcoming Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast.   In this episode, Dr. Brain Russell (Author, Professor of Biblical Studies, Spiritual Growth Coach) and I discuss some of the amazing insights and teachings from his upcoming book, Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly In God's Presence Can Change Your Life (available Sept. 2021). The heart of The Centering Prayer is to sit quietly, focus attention on a particular word, and ultimately connect with life/reality beyond thought. Through a meditation practice, one is able to connect deeply with God - the transcendent source and essence of life itself. To sit in God's presence is to sit in connection with Being - to experience the majesty of the present moment. All too often we get lost in our thoughts and judgements about ourselves, other people, and the world around us. However, thought is not the be-all and end-all of life - far from it, in fact. Everyone can learn to disidentify their thoughts from their true self and, in doing so, discover the true meaning of Love and God. Although this process of discovery can be challenging and uncomfortable at times, if you embrace it and practice it regularly, you will find that all areas of your life will transform and become empowered.    Pre-order Brian's book, Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly In God's Presence Can Change Your Life (available Sept. 2021) , now: https://www.centeringprayerbook.com/    More of Brian: Book: https://www.centeringprayerbook.com/  Coaching: https://drbrianrussellcoaching.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianrussellphd/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourprofessorforlife/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/briandrussell  More of Shane:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-pokroy/  Instagram: https://instagram.com/shanepokroy/  Facebook: https://facebook.com/UndergroundAnticsPodcast/  Listen to Underground Antics on your favourite podcast platform

In this episode, internationally acclaimed author, transformational speaker, and Emotional Eating Expert Tricia Nelson shares her wisdom and expertise on understanding addictive personalities and overcoming the inner pain that fuels them. Buy Tricia's book: Heal Your Hunger: 7 Simple Steps to End Emotional Eating Now https://amzn.to/3xqdHfE Connect with Tricia Nelson: Website: https://www.healyourhunger.com/are-you-an-emotional-eater-or-food-addict/ Twitter: @triciagnelson Instagram: @tricianelson_ Connect with Brian Russell: Information about Brian's Fall 2021 book Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life www.centeringprayerbook.com or preorder: https://amzn.to/3pDpN2E Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Coaching for Pastors: www.deepdivespirituality.com Business and Life Coaching: www.drbrianrussellcoaching.com Brian Russell's Book on the Missional Interpretation of Scripture: (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World https://amzn.to/3qln258 Links to Amazon are affiliate links. Dr. Russell receives a small payment if you order resources through these links. There is no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting the podcast through your purchases. Please tell your friends about the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. It's also available on Spotify, Podbean, and iTunes as well as YouTube as a Videocast.