Podcasts about Firm Foundation

This special episode of In All Things comes to you straight from the 45th General Assembly of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church! Guest host and podcast producer Gianna Lazzaro sits down with Dean Weaver, the EPC's Stated Clerk, for a behind-the-scenes conversation on all that's been happening this week in Michigan. Together, we reflect on the worship services, fellowship, and equipping opportunities that are energizing the EPC family, as well as some of the highlights from across the Assembly. From networking lunches to powerful reaching, from late-night laughter to Spirit-filled moments of prayer; this episode captures the heart of what it means to gather as a denomination grounded in our Firm Foundation. Whether you're here with us or listening from afar, we invite you into the rhythm and beauty of GA week.  Be sure to catch next week's episode for a full debrief on the business decisions made at this year's Assembly and what's ahead for the EPC. 

Listen to the Message from Sunday, June 16, 2025 "Legacy of Love" - Father's Day Message   Summary of "Honor's Reward" by Pastor Bryan Hudson, DMin Mark 6:1 Then He went out from there and came to His own country, and His disciples followed Him. 2 And when the Sabbath had come, He began to teach in the synagogue. And many hearing Him were astonished, saying, “Where did this Man get these things? And what wisdom is this which is given to Him, that such mighty works are performed by His hands! 3 Is this not the carpenter, the Son of Mary, and brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not His sisters here with us?” So they were offended at Him. 4 But Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own country, among his own relatives, and in his own house.” 5 Now He could do no mighty work there, except that He laid His hands on a few sick people and healed them. 6 And He marveled because of their unbelief. Bryan Hudson's talk, Honor's Reward, draws from Mark 6:1–6, where Jesus is dishonored in His hometown and thus unable to perform many miracles. Hudson highlights that it wasn't Jesus' unwillingness but the people's lack of honor that restrained His power. He explains that honor means to value, appreciate, and respect, whereas dishonor is treating something or someone as common or ordinary. Because the people saw Jesus only as “Mary's son” and not as the Messiah, they failed to receive the fullness of what He came to offer. Hudson connects this principle to daily life: you can only receive to the extent that you are willing to honor—whether it's God, people, or opportunities. He warns that like the Pharisees, people can honor God with their lips but remain far from Him in heart, missing out on His blessings. The key takeaway: Honor unlocks potential and blessing; dishonor shuts it down. Let honor be both heartfelt and practical to experience God's best.  

As Ward Church prepares to host the 45th General Assembly of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Dr. Scott McKee concludes the Firm Foundation series with a deep dive into the essential beliefs that unite us. Drawing from both scripture and history, Pastor Scott explores nine core doctrines that have guided the global church for centuries: the authority of scripture, the full divinity and humanity of Jesus, humanity's need for salvation, the atoning work of Christ, His resurrection, His promised return, the ongoing presence of the Holy Spirit, the invitation to become children of God through Christ, and the call to proclaim the gospel through both good news and good deeds. In a world often divided over secondary matters, this message reminds us of the firm foundation that holds us together: Jesus Christ.

1 Corinthians 16:13-14, (NKJV) Watch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong. 14 Let all that you do be done with love.  Dr. Bryan Hudson reflects on 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, urging listeners to live out the biblical call to “be brave, be strong,” and to do all things in love. He explains that the phrase “quit you like men” in the King James Version means to act courageously and maturely, not to quit. Dr. Hudson critiques modern cultural shifts that swing between idolizing and dismissing fatherhood, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy and affirming view of fathers and men. Drawing from personal experience as caregiver to his 88-year-old father with dementia, he honors the enduring strength, love, and consistency of his father. He addresses a common misconception—that affirming the strength of fathers somehow diminishes women—calling it a false dichotomy. Instead, he encourages a culture that affirms bravery and strength in both men and women, especially as Father's Day approaches. The message highlights the biblical grammar of “be brave” and “be strong” as middle voice verbs, meaning we act and are acted upon—like David who encouraged himself in the Lord. Ultimately, Hudson calls on listeners to embrace courage, pass on values to future generations, and act in love.

Send us a textFocus Scripture: Luke 6:46-49Why do we call Jesus "Lord" and not practice what he says?Laying a firm foundation requires:Permit (Hebrews 6:1-3) Survey (Jeremiah 17:9-10)Excavationclearing (Colossians 3:3-11)digging deep (Jeremiah 17:9-10)Laying the foundation (Matthew 16:13-19)Testing (Matthew 16:21-27)The BIG SO WHAT:In order to build a house that is fully furnished for the Lord's use, a strong firm foundation is required.This Week's Challenge:Read the following scripturesLuke 6:46-49Hebrews 6:1-3Jeremiah 17:9-10Pray that God will expose the areas of my heart that need to be healed, then act on it!Forgive, Repent, Get Help where needed for deep issues Joins us on Sundays! Our 9:15am worship experience takes place in-person only while our 11:15am is both in-person and online (via the DLC App & YouTube). Connect with us! https://www.discoverlifega.org Instagram & Facebook @ discoverlifega

Series - Select Psalms Text 119:33-40:  by Steven M. Kestner, elder in training | Lord's Day Afternoon | 06.08.25       Steven Kestner continues his series in Psalm 119, helping us to see the value of God's law in light of God's grace

Thank you for joining us for Christian Faith Center's Sermon of the week. This message is from our Nampa Location. Pastor Jordan continues series message "A Firm Foundation"Hebrews 6:13 NLT: So, let us stop going over the basic teachings about Christ again and again. Let us go on instead and become mature in our understanding. Surely, we don't need to start again with the fundamental importance of repenting from evil deeds and placing our faith in God. 2 You don't need further instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. 3 And so, God willing, we will move forward to further understanding.

The twenty-seventh message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus' Gospel. Part 4 of 4. The Parable of the Builders and having a Firm Foundation. Scripture: Luke 6:46-49 Why Obey? Lesson 1: Its a response to His love, not an obligation (1 John 4:19, 1 John 5:3) Lesson 2: It leads to life, not bondage (John 15:10-11) Lesson 3: It serves as a witness to others (Matthew 5:16, 1 Peter 2:12)

In this episode of In All Things, Dean sits down with Zach Hopkins, a teaching elder and member of the EPC's Permanent Judicial Commission. Together, they explore the courts of the church, the importance of presbyteries in our connectional system, and how overtures shape the life and direction of our family of churches. As his presbytery brings several overtures to this year's General Assembly, Zach also gives us a closer look at what it means for an overture to “ascend” to GA, what the discernment process looks like at every level, and how the permanent Judicial Commission serves in maintaining our shared commitments. Whether you're a first-time commissioner or a long-time attendee, this conversation offers a helpful and accessible look into how polity strengthens our Firm Foundation.

Listen to the Message from Sunday, June 1, 2025 Live in the House of Wisdom: The Abundance of Wisdom, Understanding, and Knowledge   Psalm 23:5–6 (NKJV) 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;  You anoint my head with oil;  My cup runs over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me  All the days of my life;  And I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever.  

Pride Month is evil, and we must call it what it is. In this episode, we're discussing the spiritual implications of Pride Month, asking hard questions about what it represents—and how believers should respond. We're drawing the connection between pride, identity, and rebellion against God's design for human flourishing.Many Christians feel spiritually drained during this month, and we should. I'm challenging my listeners to love the LGBTQ+ community not with silence or compromise (and certainly not with support) but with truth—the truth that God offers forgiveness, transformation, and eternal life to all who repent and follow Christ.We must hate sin while praying for our enemies. Our culture desperately needs more holiness, conviction, and compassion rooted in the gospel, which is telling those around us the truth.—https://www.thebrandsunday.com/products/the-bible-study-physical?srsltid=AfmBOoqBR_MWE2-fkYXYHCn80nZtEct4ixmRGrXZSrgIn5HP_tBc9Mcy

In week three of Firm Foundation, Dr. Scott McKee takes us on a sweeping journey through 2,000 years of church history to remind us of the rich legacy we inherit as followers of Jesus—and as part of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. From the bold reforms of Martin Luther and John Knox to the founding of Ward Church in Detroit during the Great Depression, Pastor Scott traces the faithful witness of those who came before us and invites us to stand on their shoulders with gratitude and courage. As we prepare to host our denomination's General Assembly, we're reminded that the Church is not a man-made institution, but a Spirit-empowered movement, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ as the cornerstone. This is our story. This is our noble heritage.

Last time in the book of Titus we focused on the idea that sound doctrine should lead to good works. This time we look at the idea of sound doctrine itself being a firm foundation for our life. Join us as we learn from Pastor Dave Stevenson in this week's sermon.

All of what we hope for tomorrow, begins today. Joshua prepared Israel to cross the Jordan River. This was the second time they faced a barrier of water. First was the Red Sea after their exodus from Egypt. They miraculously crossed over with great joy, but they soon fell into bad habits. By the time Moses wrote the book of Deuteronomy, which was the last of his five books called the Pentateuch, he was very aware of Israel's failure after the Red Sea miracle. In that last book, Moses wrote about people focusing on God and doing His will "today" over 160 times. Looking back, I think Moses realized that the people's hope for tomorrow was not met with preparation today. After Moses died, God raised up Joshua. As Israeli faced their second barrier of water, the Jordan River, we find Joshua giving them instructions today, before crossing over the next day. Joshua said, “Sanctify yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do wonders among you.” (Joshua 3:5) God has prepared you for every challenge and opportunity in front of you. Today is your tomorrow because what you do today determines your success tomorrow.   God Bless and be encouraged! ~ Bryan Hudson, DMin

Thank you for joining us for Christian Faith Center's Sermon of the week. This message is from our Nampa Location. Pastor Jordan continues series message "A Firm Foundation" So what's the deal with the laying on of hands? It's not just symbolic, it's spiritual. It's one of the core practices of the faith. God often uses human touch to transfer spiritual realities.

As we conclude our Sermon on the Mount series, Jesus leaves us with a striking image—two houses, two foundations, one storm. In Matthew 7:24-29, He makes it clear: it's not just about hearing His words, but putting them into practice. Like deeply rooted trees that withstand the fiercest winds, our lives can remain steady when anchored in Him. This message is an invitation to examine what your life is built on. Is it the shifting sand of self-reliance, or the solid rock of Christ and His Kingdom? Jesus isn't after performance—He's after transformation. Let's be the kind of people who live His way, not just hear it.

Listen to the Message from Sunday, May 18, 2025 God's People in the City   "The Path Principle"   Bryan Hudson, DMin I want to talk to you briefly about gun violence and something called "The Path Principle."  This morning on May 20, I received an email from Anthony Beverly who is the founder and director of Stop the Violence Indianapolis. In this message, he communicated the tragic story of a 17 year old young man who died of gun violence at 29th and Dearborn here in my city of Indianapolis. First of all, I grew up six blocks from 29th in Dearborn. I'm in this neighborhood almost every day as my 88-year-old father lives in the vicinity of 34th and Dearborn.  The tragedy of the young man who died of gun violence is a story that we've heard before, but it's very important that we do not become desensitized to hearing the stories. Because each young person who dies of gun violence is a person who will not get to fulfill his or her purpose in life.  As someone who with my wife raised four children, including two sons, have worked with youth over the course of 46 years of ministry, including running a Media Camp each summer for 20 years, these stories of tragedy always strike me as being close to home. While gun violence has not touched my family directly, like you, I know someone who has been touched by it. The first thing I want to say is do not make the mistake of painting all young people, particularly young, black men, with the same broad brush. The vast majority of young people want to do the right thing, and are doing right things. I don't think of young people as being “at risk,” I think of young people as being “at promise.” This was the case with the young man whom Anthony Beverly highlighted in his communication. May and June should be a season of commencement, not a season of tragic conclusions and death. I don't know all the circumstances surrounding the death of a young man, but we do know he was attending a party.  Let me talk about "The Path Principle.” There is a story in Proverbs 7:7-15 that you can read later. It starts this way, and I will paraphrase it: “At the window of my house I looked out through the lattice. I saw among the simple, I noticed among the young men, a youth who lacked judgment He was going down the street near a corner, walking along in the direction of a house at twilight, as the day was fading, as the dark of night set in. Then out came a person to meet him, and took hold of the youth and said, So I came out to meet you; I looked for you and have found you!' Trouble is literally looking for all of us, but especially young people because their whole life is ahead of them. Here is the Path Principle: It doesn't matter what your intentions are, it doesn't matter what you say you want to do, it only matters what path you are on. You might say that you want to go to Cincinnati, but if you're on the path of I-65 north or 1-70 west, and not I-74 east, you're not going to get to Cincinnati. Your intentions do not matter, it only matters what path you're actually on. Anthony Beverly and Stop the Violence Indianapolis has many programs to empower young people. I know many others who have programs and opportunities for young people. Many churches, including our church, New Covenant has done a lot of work to empower young people. I have supported organizations like Children's Policy and Law Initiative, Evolve with Pastor Denell Howard. Three of my children are alumni of The Center for Leadership Development, which was led in the beginning by the late Henry Bundles, Jr. and currently by Dennis E. Bland, esq..  All these are not simply programs. These are paths. Let me say this, a party is also a path. Simply “hanging out” is a path. Too many young people have lost their lives while attending a party or hanging around. No one intended to go to a party and get shot or die from gun violence. Not all parties end in violence, but youth need to consider their path.  This problem of gun violence is persistent and there's not one solution. But let me offer this one insight to parents, youth, and anyone listening:  It is always your direction that ultimately determines your destination.—it is not your intentions, not your hopes, not your dreams, not your prayers, not your beliefs. Every path leads somewhere. Your path determines your destination. Proverbs 4:26 Ponder the path of your feet, And let all your ways be established. 

This week at our Jackson Campus, Jackson Campus Associate Pastor Nick Shadday continues preaching expositionally through the gospel of Luke in our series “And So It Begins.”. We hope this resource is a blessing to you. For more information about the Point Church, please visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway:  Christ is Our Firm Foundation

With the whiplash ride of life in 2025, and an ever changing world with uncertainty the unchanging truths of who God is and who we are in Christ must remain the foundation our faith. 

In this episode of our General Assembly 2025 Series, Dean sits down with Dr. Karen Jobes – Professor Emerita of New Testament Greek and Greek Exegesis at Wheaton College, and one of our featured worship speakers at GA 2025. Karen shares how her love for Greek and Scripture led her to teaching, study, and service to the Church. She and Dean talk about the passage Karen will be preaching from during General Assembly, found in 1 Peter, and how it ties in with this year's theme of Firm Foundation. Her reflections point us back to the living hope we have in Christ – and the Word that sustains and anchors us in every season of life and ministry.

Listen to the Message from Sunday, May 14, 2025 "The Song of Mary: What is Your Song?"   Revelation 12:10 Then I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, “Now salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ have come, for the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day and night, has been cast down. 11 And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death.

In this foundational teaching you will learn what is the great Commission; what is evangelism; reasons why soul winning is important and how to evangelize your world.

In this foundational teaching you will learn the origin of sickness, who paid the price for sickness and disease, God's will concerning healing and much more.

Today we are starting a new sermon series called Backstory. We are looking at the Bible verses that inspired the writing of some of our favorite worship songs. We sing these songs in praise to God, but do we realize what we are singing? There are some great Bible stories in these songs we sing. Let's look at a few worship song Backstories. Today we are focusing on Jesus Christ our Firm Foundation for life.Recorded live at Word of Life Church in Le Sueur, Minnesota, on Sunday, May 11, 2024, Pastor Jason Lang preaching.Powered by Restream https://restream.io/(Bensound Royality Free background music)

Christ Our Firm Foundation - 1 Peter 2:4 - Guest Pastor

God is a Covenanter. The covenant will always prevail. The Covenant Fathers (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob) experienced covenant prosperity regardless of the famine each of them faced in their generation. Each famine could not stop our Covenant Fathers, so any famine or hardship we may encounter should not stop us. The Covenant provides the strongest covering in the midst of any crisis.

Matt Maher joined us in the studio this morning to catch up, share some laughs and a new song. Before he came in, Dave was a little miffed about his deleted messages box not being empty in his email.  The messages from our Midweek Praise Break were awesome. This week we heard How Great Thou Art, Firm Foundation, and Blessed Assurance.  There were some humorous messages from 2nd graders when asked about their moms. And there's another humorous message from one mom on Instagram sharing...

Proverbs 3:5-10 “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

The Integrated Life Podcast brings this deeply personal episode, where Diana Romero invites you into her spiritual journey of discovering the importance of building a firm foundation in life — one rooted in Christ, the cornerstone. Drawing from powerful scriptures in Revelation, Ezra, Acts, and 2 Timothy, Diana shares how God confirmed this message in her own life and how we, too, can rejoice when the foundations of our lives are built strong and unshakable. Diana discusses practical ways to create a life anchored in salvation, God's Word, and Godly community, enabling us to stand firm no matter what challenges come. Be encouraged and inspired to seek the Lord with renewed purpose, live as a special vessel for His good works, and experience the victorious life He promises. Because when your foundation is sure, your life can withstand any storm. Connect with Diana: integratedpurposemanagement.com Like us on Facebook Follow us on LinkedIn Quick Episode Summary: Diana Romero reflects on the importance of building a life on a firm foundation rooted in Jesus Christ. She shares a personal study journey through Revelation and Ezra, highlighting the joy and power of laying spiritual foundations. Diana emphasizes that Jesus is the cornerstone, and salvation is the first step to creating unshakable footing in life. She reads from 2 Timothy 2, showing how living in purity and truth prepares us for honorable use in God's plan. Diana encourages believers to pursue righteousness, avoid foolish arguments, and gently lead others to the truth. She introduces her family's foundational scriptures, including Psalm 1 and Isaiah 55, as anchors in seasons of life. Diana outlines practical tools for building a firm foundation: salvation, Bible study, family scripture, core values, and clear priorities. She explains her personal core values—God-centered living, cherishing relationships, excellence, and generosity—as essential guiding principles. Diana closes with Matthew 7, reminding listeners that lives built on Christ stand strong in any storm, and invites all to share their faith with #GodGetsMe.

In this lesson you will learn what is a covenant, why did God form a Blood Covenant, and how to into the covenant with God.Also you will discover the benefits that are available for you to access for everyday living.

In this lesson you will learn what prayer is, what prayer does, basic categories of prayer and so much more to enhance your relationship with God.

Thank you for joining us for Christian Faith Center's Sermon of the week. This message is from our Nampa Location. Pastor Jordan continues a new series message "A Firm Foundation"The doctrine of baptism was considered fundamental for the believer in the New Testament. Most of us only think of one baptism when we think about baptism! But there are actually three baptisms each New Testament believer should experience.

Thank you for joining us for Christian Faith Center's Sermon of the week. This message is from our Nampa Location. Pastor Mike starts a new series message "A Firm Foundation"We want to build our faith and our lives on a FIRM FOUNDATION! Jesus talked about the need for a firm foundation in the Gospel of Matthew.Matthew 7:24 NLT"Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock.

Listen to the Message from Sunday, April 27, 2025 “You Are the Light of the World: Authority and Responsibility”   Matthew 5:13, You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. 14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.

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Listen to the Message From Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025 "Resurrection Power: Jesus Changed Everything!"   Romans 8:11, But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you.

In this episode, we are challenged to build our lives on the firm foundation of Wisdom.

If you lived in the ancient city of Ephesus, the most majestic structure that you would see on a daily basis would be the temple to the pagan goddess, Artemis. By all earthly standards, this temple was a magnificent structure. But if you were to ask your Christian neighbor, "What is the greatest structure in Ephesus?" He would no doubt answer, "Why of course, it's the church, the temple of the one, true, and living God. Let's go to worship and you can see for yourself!"  In Ephesians 2:20-22 the Apostle Paul describes the church as a holy temple in the Lord. In this episode of Proclaiming Christ, we consider the foundation, the materials, the builder, and the purpose of the grandest of all institutions, the church of the Lord Jesus Christ!

If you lived in the ancient city of Ephesus, the most majestic structure that you would see on a daily basis would be the temple to the pagan goddess, Artemis. […]

1 Corinthians 15:21, For since by man came death, by Man also came the resurrection of the dead. 22 For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ all shall be made alive. 45 And so it is written, “The first man Adam became a living being. The last Adam became a life-giving spirit.” 

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John 12:12, The next day a great multitude that had come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, 13 took branches of palm trees and went out to meet Him, and cried out: “Hosanna! ‘ Blessed is He who comes in the name of the LORD!' The King of Israel!”

Welcome to episode 196 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we continue our study in the Book of Psalms, covering chapter 49, a Psalm of Wisdom. Today, we will cover:- The wisdom shared in this psalm is universal, proverbial, and problematic.- The wisdom shared demonstrates that humanity has a problem, they have been ransomed by God for a price they can't pay.- The wisdom shared shows the negative, meaning it is folly to be confident in mans ability to save themselves.- True wisdom is faithful confidence in the Lord, who paid our ransom.Key takeaways:· The Main Point of this Psalm is to show “The Fatal Folly of Foolish Confidence.”· Christ followers can walk in the “Firm Foundation of Faithful Confidence.”Quotable:· “Why would the psalmist phrase it as ransom if no one can pay it?”· “The only one holding us ransom can also pay our ransom”· “The only one who can pay an eternal punishment is the one who is eternal.”· “The only one who can make us right is the one who is right.”Application:· You can only walk in Faithful confidence if you have faithful confidence.· Because of Christ:o We can now be confident in our righteousness.o We can now confidently enter Holy places.· Now we can walk in “Blessed Assurance.”Connect with us:Web site: https://springbaptist.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to: https://springbaptist.org/prayer/If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.

Hi Friends!Katie is back to wrap up her story of being in and leaving the UPCI. During the time of her abuser being arrested and convicted, Katie was on another journey regarding her faith. Were the things she was taught and believed for so many years biblically accurate? Was her lifelong foundation secure? Or was there more?

Cassandra Herman, LCDC, is a Substance Use Counselor at Positive Recovery whose journey into this field is as inspiring as it is personal. Cassandra's path has taken her from the outdoors of Michigan to radio broadcasting, living abroad and in Shanghai, running in 13 half marathons, and ultimately to the world of addiction recovery. Her deep commitment to faith, family, and personal growth has shaped her perspective, not just as a mother who walked alongside a child struggling with addiction but as a professional who now helps others navigate their own path to healing.  In this episode, host Jamie Demeris sits down with Cassandra to explore the layers of strength and purpose that define her story—the endurance of a marathon runner, the unwavering love of a mother, the clarity of a morning mindset, and the deep belief in faith and positive psychology as tools for transformation. Together, they dive into what resilience really looks like in daily life, how small habits and intentional movement can spark lasting change, and the ways families can support loved ones through addiction without losing connection. This conversation is a powerful reminder that recovery isn't just about surviving—it's about creating a life where you can truly flourish! Topics Discussed: Focusing on what you gain rather than what you give up Shifting from a victim mindset to an empowered mindset  How agency and positive daily habits lead to long-term recovery Focusing on character strengths and recognizing that joy is internal The difference between resilience and post-traumatic growth How connection builds the foundation for long-term change --- CHAPTERS:  00:00 Introduction to Positive Recovery MD 01:11 Meet Cassandra Herman: A Journey of Resilience 03:27 Cassandra's Radio Broadcasting Experience 05:34 The Power of Morning Routines 10:15 Cassandra's Path to Recovery Counseling 17:30 The Importance of Choice in Recovery 28:55 Focusing on Positivity in Recovery 29:35 The Role of Faith and Habit in Recovery 31:21 Building a Firm Foundation in Early Recovery 32:25 The Importance of Community and Long-Term Growth 35:39 Mindset and Physical Challenges 41:06 Living Abroad: Experiences in Shanghai 44:32 Navigating Family Challenges and Personal Growth 47:30 Reflections on Recovery and Life's Purpose 53:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts --- Connect with PRC on Social: IG: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters  FB: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters  TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@positiverecoverycenter  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters  YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg   Want even more expert insights and support on the recovery journey? Subscribe to our newsletter for inspiration, mental health tips, and community updates—straight to your inbox!