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"Never underestimate yourself because the things that you think you're bad at now, you can be great at later." – Dr. Katie Eastman Today's featured bestselling author is a licensed psychotherapist, master grief coach, global keynote speaker, compassionate change coach, organizational change consultant, and Co-Founder of the Best Ever You Network, Dr. Katie Eastman. Dr. Katie and I had a fun on a bun chat about her new book, “The Peace Guidebook: How to Cultivate Hope, Healing, and Harmony for the Good of Humankind”, the peaceful pause technique, and more!!Key Things You'll Learn:How meeting the pioneer of the Five Stages of Grief inspired Dr. Katie to focus on how to liveWhat it was like to co-author another book with Elizabeth Hamilton-GuarinoHow faith plays a major role in both her life and workWhat kids know about peace that adults forgetWhat major setback actually helped her to create more successDr. Katie's Site: https://www.percolatepeace.com/Dr. Katie's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0D1L9PV1R/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…1093 – From Mexican Jumping Beans to Bestselling Guidebooks with Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino (@BestEverYou): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/from-mexican-jumping-beans-to-bestselling-guidebooks-with-elizabeth-hamilton-guarino-besteveryou/1003 – From Orphan to United Nations Peacekeeper with Christine Sadry: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1003-from-orphan-to-united-nations-peacekeeper-with-christine-sadry/825 – One Woman's Story of Survival & Courageous Leadership in Syria with Dr. Amani Ballour (@AmaniBallour): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-825-one-womans-story-of-survival-courageous-leadership-in-syria-with-dr-amani-ballour-am/434 – A Soldier's Journey from War to Peace with Claude AnShin Thomas: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-434-a-soldiers-journey-from-war-to-peace-with-claude-anshin-thomas/983 – How Neuroscience Can Fuel Your Book & Life Success with Sara Connell (@saracconnell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/saracconnell/681 – Make Someone's Moment Through Podcasting with Kelly Smith: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-681-make-someones-moment-through-podcasting-with-kelly-smith/836 – The 6% Club with Dr. Michelle Rozen (@DrMichelleRozen): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-836-the-6-club-with-dr-michelle-rozen-drmichellerozen/378 – “Writing Adventures with The Dialogue Doctor” with Jeff Elkins (@Jffelkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-378-writing-adventures-with-the-dialogue-doctor-with-jeff-elkins-jffelkins/586 – Flipping Bad Situations into Joyful Children's Books with Violet Lemay (@violetlemay): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-586-flipping-bad-situations-into-joyful-childrens-books-with-violet-lemay-violetlemay/785 – The Enjoyment Gap with Mandy Barbee Lanier (@mandyblanier): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-785-the-enjoyment-gap-with-mandy-barbee-lanier-mandyblanier/75 - Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To with Julie Potiker (@JuliePotiker): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/75-life-falls-apart-but-you-dont-have-to-with-julie-potiker-juliepotiker/263 – The Power of a Peaceful Woman with Jennifer Forster: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/263-the-power-of-a-peaceful-woman-with-jennifer-forster/678 – The Profit of Kindness with Jill Lublin (@JillLublin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-678-the-profit-of-kindness-with-jill-lublin-jilllublin/

What happens when you've spent your entire life becoming one of the best swimmers in the world, and suddenly the identity that defined you is gone?In this episode of A Life of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Australian swimming legend and two time Olympic gold medallist Grant Hackett for a deeply honest conversation about the mindset behind elite performance, resilience, identity and rebuilding your life when everything changes.Grant reveals the mental strategies that made him virtually unbeatable in the 1500m freestyle, what was going through his mind before winning Olympic gold at Sydney 2000, and opens up about the difficult years after swimming, including the lifeline fellow Olympic champion Michael Phelps offered him during one of his lowest periods.In this episode, you'll learn:• How Grant trained his mind to withstand extraordinary pressure and discomfort• Why losing your identity can be harder than losing your career• How vulnerability helped Grant rebuild his life• The visualisation techniques he still uses in business and lifeIf you've ever wondered who you are when the thing that defined you disappears, this conversation is for you.This episode of A Life of Greatness is proudly brought to you by Chemist Warehouse.At A Life of Greatness, we believe living well begins with the choices we make every day. That's why we're proud to partner with Chemist Warehouse, helping Australians access trusted health and wellness products to support a healthier, fuller life.If this conversation resonated with you, please follow A Life of Greatness, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with someone who would benefit from hearing it.Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life Of Greatness here.To purchase Living A Life of Greatness outside Australia here or here.Watch A Life of Greatness Episodes On Youtube here.Sign up for Sarah's newsletter (Greatness Guide) here.Purchase Sarah's Meditations here.Instagram: @sarahgrynberg Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynbergTwitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What happens when life completely falls apart—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually? And how do you continue trusting God when healing doesn't happen as quickly as you prayed it would?For Stephanie Franklin-Suber, that isn't a hypothetical question. Her journey includes an aggressive breast cancer diagnosis, years of chronic illness, losing her sister and then her brother-in-law to suicide, leaving her law career because of her health, emotional eating and significant weight gain during the pandemic, and ultimately surviving a cardiac arrest after receiving 50 minutes of CPR.In this powerful inspirational episode, Reginald D sits down with author, certified Christian health coach, and founder of Rebuild Your Temple, God's Way, Stephanie Franklin-Suber, for an extraordinary conversation about faith, healing, cancer survival, cardiac arrest survival, chronic illness, grief, resilience, surrender, self-improvement, health, purpose, and rebuilding your life after devastating setbacks.Stephanie's story is one of survival—but even more importantly, it's a story of transformation.At 48 and at the height of a successful legal career, Stephanie was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer and given a grim prognosis. Her mother had died from cancer at 49, leaving Stephanie fearing that family history was repeating itself. But today, against the medical odds she faced, Stephanie celebrates 20 years cancer-free. Years of chronic illness followed.In 2025, Stephanie's heart suddenly stopped while she was at her doctor's office. She survived approximately 50 minutes of CPR followed by extensive surgery and rehabilitation. Stephanie describes this moment of complete collapse as the experience that finally stripped away her illusion of control and taught her what complete surrender to God really meant.In this deeply motivational and inspirational conversation, Stephanie shares how she learned the difference between perseverance and striving, excellence and perfectionism, serving others and neglecting yourself, and trusting God versus trying to control every outcome.She explains why faith and health are connected and shares her approach to caring for the whole person—body, soul, and spirit. Stephanie also introduces her Triune Temple Journey framework and discusses how her own experiences inspired her Christian health coaching, books, ministry, and work helping others pursue health and wholeness.One of Stephanie's most important lessons is simple: stop trying to rebuild alone.Healing may not happen overnight. Rebuilding may begin with one honest prayer, one healthy decision, one boundary, one moment of rest, or one step of obedience. Stephanie reminds you that small steps of faith still matter when God is rebuilding your life.If you're navigating a health crisis, grief, burnout, chronic illness, emotional exhaustion, disappointment, perfectionism, fear, or a season where your life feels like it has completely fallen apart, this episode offers an inspirational story of resilience and hope.Stephanie's journey is a reminder that collapse doesn't necessarily mean your story is over. Sometimes what feels like ruins can become the foundation for rebuilding your life differently.Maybe you haven't survived cancer or cardiac arrest, but you may know what it feels like when life stops going according to plan.You can work hard, take care of everyone else, pursue success, serve God, and appear strong on the outside—while becoming exhausted and depleted inside.That's what makes Stephanie's story so relatable.She describes herself as having been an overachiever, perfectionist, and people pleaser who once viewed pushing through everything as strength. Eventually, she realized she was confusing depletion with faithfulness and exhaustion with endurance.That's an important message for anyone who believes being strong means never slowing down.Stephanie's journey challenges you to examine what you're carrying physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually and ask whether you're genuinely persevering—or simply exhausting yourself trying to control everything.And when life doesn't change immediately, Stephanie offers another important perspective:Rebuilding can happen little by little.You don't necessarily have to fix your entire life today. Sometimes transformation starts with one prayer, one healthy choice, one boundary, one act of rest, or one decision to trust God again.Press play now to hear Stephanie Franklin Suber's incredible inspirational story of surviving cancer, cardiac arrest, grief, and chronic illness—and discover how faith helped her rebuild when life completely fell apart.Stephanie's Contact Info:Website: https://rebuildyourtemplegodsway.com/Book: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Stephanie-L.-Franklin-Suber/author/B0GD8WFRTZFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebuildyourtemplegodswayLinkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-franklin-suber-404597316/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebuildyourtemple_/Send us Fan MailSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd   TikTok: @realtalkregd  Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald  Website:  https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D  -  MerchandiseReal Talk With Reginald D is a faith-based globally ranked inspirational and motivational podcast designed to motivate, empower & transform lives through powerful motivational speeches, authentic conversations, and real-life inspirational stories. Each episode delivers motivational and inspirational coaching focused on self improvement, leadership, healing, resilience & purpose. Rooted in faith and motivation, this Christian-based platform blends practical growth strategies with biblical wisdom, helping listeners strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, and walk boldly in their calling.  Check out Reginald D's powerful motivational speeches today!`

Growth isn't about avoiding pain. It's about learning how to look at it differently.In this episode, I share the perspective that has shaped every part of my life since losing my son, Luca, and the questions I continue to return to whenever life feels difficult.Rather than trying to think positively or pretend painful emotions don't exist, I explore what it means to consciously choose a perspective that creates peace, resilience and agency.I share why your first thought isn't the problem, why your second thought matters far more, and how asking better questions can fundamentally change the way you experience adversity.These questions helped me navigate the darkest period of my life and discover that meaning is something we actively create rather than something we simply find.If you've ever:Felt completely overwhelmed by something life has thrown at youWondered whether you'll ever feel like yourself againStruggled to find meaning after loss, disappointment or adversityIn this episode, we cover:The questions I ask myself whenever I face adversityHow to stop reinforcing disempowering thoughts and choose a different lensThe unexpected gifts that emerged from losing my sonThe circumstances of our lives will never be within our control, but the perspective we practise always is. The questions you repeatedly ask yourself determine the meaning you create...and ultimately the life you experience.You can find out more about working with me at www.kayaramjee.com

When a tragedy suddenly occurs it can be paralyzing. We can, at the same time, have a million thoughts going in a myriad of directions, and yet have no clarity or coherence on what to do next. We'll talk about helpful considerations, including what thoughts to encourage and what to avoid.

Psalm 88 plunges us into a darkness where God seems silent, yet Christ Himself entered that deepest night on the cross. Jesus carries our unanswered prayers and our wordless grief, refusing to abandon us even when we cannot sense His presence. In Him, the valley is no longer a dead end but a place where resurrection light will one day break in.

All of us know that pain and suffering are part of life — Jesus himself promises as much (John 16:33). But that doesn't make it easier when health struggles, relational loss, or other crises come knocking at our door uninvited and unexpected. What does it look like to have faith when life falls apart? Tune in for this episode of Soul Talks as Kristi and her sisters discuss finding God in the midst of suffering. Their emotionally honest and resilient pursuit of Jesus amid confusion, loss, and grief will provide a roadmap for you to walk out raw faith through the hard realities of life. Resources for this Episode: Deeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God's Great Empathy for You Breath Prayer Guides Attend a Soul Shepherding Retreat Meet with a Soul Shepherding Spiritual Director Donate to Support Soul Shepherding and Soul Talks

Quiet your mind and find inner peace through this guided meditation led by Julie Potiker. She completes the meditation with the poem, "What the Heart Says", by James Crews.What the Heart SaysThe mind may leap five steps ahead,devices pinging with new messages,alerts, alarms. But the heart says,There is no emergency. That musclewanting to unclench, aching to flexas free as the monarch nectaringon a Mexican sunflower at the cuspof autumn. Don't we all long forspace to pause and draw sweetnessfrom each bright thing in our path?Don't we crave the slowness of thatbutterfly perched on orange petals,coming alive in a way it never canwhile in mid-air, wings folding andunfolding their own form of prayer?-James CrewsContinue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Quiet your mind and find inner peace through this guided meditation led by Julie Potiker. She completes the meditation with the poem, "What the Heart Says", by James Crews.This version ends with music allowing you to drift off into sleep.What the Heart SaysThe mind may leap five steps ahead,devices pinging with new messages,alerts, alarms. But the heart says,There is no emergency. That musclewanting to unclench, aching to flexas free as the monarch nectaringon a Mexican sunflower at the cuspof autumn. Don't we all long forspace to pause and draw sweetnessfrom each bright thing in our path?Don't we crave the slowness of thatbutterfly perched on orange petals,coming alive in a way it never canwhile in mid-air, wings folding andunfolding their own form of prayer?-James CrewsContinue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Wisdom Literature - Week 10 of 17 The purpose of this series is to help our church learn how to live well in God's world. The wisdom books speak honestly about life—decisions, disappointments, relationships, suffering, love, and worship. Together they give us a sophisticated account of human experience and teach us how to trust God in every season of life. Throughout this series, we will explore how Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job, Song of Songs, and Psalms offer different perspectives on life. These books do not provide simple answers, but they invite us into a conversation about what it means to live faithfully in God's world. August 9, 2026 Guest Speaker: Devon Reid

When threats close in, the psalmist looks to God as fortress—and Christ becomes that fortress in flesh and blood. Jesus faced the ultimate enemies of sin, death, and evil, standing firm where we could not. Because He is our stronghold, we can wait with confidence for His steadfast love to meet us at dawn. 

Week 1 of our new series, Show Me Your Faith, Pastor Chris Zauner begins our journey through the book of James by exploring one of the most challenging commands in Scripture: "Count it all joy when you meet trials of various kinds."When life changes in an instant through loss, suffering, disappointment, or uncertainty, it's natural to ask questions like, "God, where are You?" and "Why is this happening?" In this message, Pastor Chris reminds us that these questions are not signs of weak faith—they're questions God's people have wrestled with throughout Scripture. More importantly, James shows us how to see our trials through the lens of God's unchanging character.This sermon examines James 1:1-18, revealing that trials do not create our faith—they reveal it. Pressure exposes what we trust, strengthens steadfastness, and gives God the opportunity to shape us into the likeness of Christ. Rather than simply asking God to remove our hardships, we're invited to ask what He is producing in us through them.You'll discover why James calls believers to rejoice in trials, how God uses suffering to mature our faith, why wisdom is more valuable than explanations, and how the gospel assures us that our pain is never wasted. Above all, this message points us to Jesus, whose perfect faithfulness through the greatest trial gives us hope in every season.No matter what you're facing today, God has not abandoned you. He is still good, still faithful, and still at work. As we begin this series together, may your perspective be transformed, your faith strengthened, and your confidence rooted in the unchanging character of God.Scripture: James 1:1-18If this message encouraged you, be sure to like this video, subscribe to the channel, and share it with someone who needs the hope of God's Word today.#ShowMeYourFaith #BookOfJames #James1 #PastorChrisZauner #Faith #Trials #Suffering #ChristianFaith #BibleTeaching #Sermon #Church #JesusChrist #Steadfastness #Wisdom #Gospel #ChristianLiving #ExpositoryPreaching #HopeInChrist #BibleStudy #FaithInAction

Episode 439 — Why Every Online Coach Needs a Low-Ticket Lead System (Especially When Life Falls Apart)Beverley is back after weeks away in a full family crisis, and this is the warning episode she almost didn't record. While she was completely offline, unable to post, film, or sell, her business still generated revenue every single day. The reason? A low-ticket lead system running in the background. In this raw, honest episode she breaks down the #1 sales system every online coach needs, why the manual "post-and-DM" model collapses the moment life gets hard, and exactly how to build an offer stack that keeps paying you when you can't show up.What You'll Discover:Why a business that stops when you stop isn't a business, it's a fragile jobThe manual model coaches are sold (post 10x/day, DM 50, high-pressure calls) and why it breaks in a crisisWhat a low-ticket lead system actually is, and how to work backwards from your "safety revenue"How to build your premium offer without trapping yourself in endless 1:1sThe $7–$47 front-end offer that primes premium buyers (and why $27 is the sweet spot)How to crush the "low ticket needs volume" objection for goodHow to scale with self-funding ads and conversion content that sells without sellingTimestamps00:00 — If I was starting over from scratch01:18 — Why this episode was so hard to record02:18 — The warning: no low-ticket lead system = business at risk02:44 — You're one crisis away from starting over03:51 — Inside the family crisis (June–July 2026)05:27 — 1–3 hours a day, full survival mode07:12 — The system that generated revenue every day and saved my business08:37 — What fell through the cracks (and the grace I was given)14:12 — Why I built this system: let go of the wheel, still get paid14:36 — What most coaches are told to do, and why it fails15:42 — The client who got paid daily while caregiving for her dad16:46 — What a low-ticket lead system really is17:26 — Work backwards from your safety revenue18:22 — The goal determines the game (targets + performance metrics)19:11 — Building your million-dollar offer stack: the premium offer21:26 — The $7–$47 front-end offer that primes premium buyers23:12 — "But low ticket needs volume" , objection destroyed24:12 — The free-training graveyard (why price isn't the barrier)25:31 — Scale it: self-funding ads + unlimited ad budget26:05 — Conversion content: selling without selling26:33 — Connection in the age of AI: the compassionate authority28:11 — From crisis to coasting: the real lessons28:35 — Join me live in Simple ScalingResources & Links MentionedWant more client leads on Instagram™?  Grab lifetime access to 90- Days Done for You that Converts: https://ptprofitformula.com/content

Place your focus on kindness - for yourself and others - through this guided meditation led by Julie Potiker. She completes the meditation with the poem, "The Peace", by James Crews.The PeachBy James CrewsIt is almost enough, even betterthan biting into it—holdingthis ripe peach to your noseand breathing in its perfume,like entering a room of abundanceand sweetness, filled with latesummer sun slanting in throughthe shifting trees. But you don'thave to stop there—you can staywith the soft moment, and closeboth eyes, sending the peach onto someone else who desperatelyneeds to be fed. Is it enough justto hope and pray? No, it is not.But the ache will bloom inside youand spread, until the wish forthe whole world to have enoughbecomes truth, becomes the lawwe all choose to live by.-James CrewsContinue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Place your focus on kindness - for yourself and others - through this guided meditation led by Julie Potiker. She completes the meditation with the poem, "The Peace", by James Crews.This version ends with music allowing you to drift off into sleep.The PeachBy James CrewsIt is almost enough, even betterthan biting into it—holdingthis ripe peach to your noseand breathing in its perfume,like entering a room of abundanceand sweetness, filled with latesummer sun slanting in throughthe shifting trees. But you don'thave to stop there—you can staywith the soft moment, and closeboth eyes, sending the peach onto someone else who desperatelyneeds to be fed. Is it enough justto hope and pray? No, it is not.But the ache will bloom inside youand spread, until the wish forthe whole world to have enoughbecomes truth, becomes the lawwe all choose to live by.-James CrewsContinue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

SummaryLamentations is one of the most emotionally honest books in Scripture. Written after Jerusalem's destruction, it gives voice to grief, confusion, trauma, and unanswered questions.This week we explored why lament isn't something to avoid but something to practice. Rather than offering quick solutions, Lamentations teaches us that faith has room for sorrow, honest prayer, and seasons that don't resolve neatly. Even in the middle of grief, a quiet thread of hope remains: God's faithfulness has not run out.Key TakeawaysLament is part of a healthy life of faith.We don't get to choose when hard seasons arrive.God isn't afraid of our honest questions.Hope can exist alongside grief.Sometimes faith means living without easy resolutions.Key MomentsA story of getting lost in Prague and asking, "How did I get here?"The destruction of Jerusalem and the purpose of Lamentations.Why lament doesn't follow our schedules.Personal stories of grief, loss, and learning to lament.The small but powerful hope found in Lamentations 3.Why the book intentionally ends without resolution.Learning to hold grief and hope together.ScriptureLamentations 1Lamentations 3Lamentations 5ReflectionIs there a grief, disappointment, or unanswered question you've been trying to move past instead of bringing honestly before God?ConnectFollowing Jesus doesn't require pretending life is easy. Sometimes faith looks like trusting God's faithfulness while still carrying unanswered questions. Lament reminds us that honesty isn't the absence of faith—it can be one of its deepest expressions.

Discouragement has a way of making us feel isolated, exhausted, and ready to give up. But what if God is still working, even in your darkest season? As part of our Best of the Known Legacy Podcast series, we're revisiting one of our most powerful conversations with Mike Weaver from Big Daddy Weave. Mike shares his deeply personal story of loss, brokenness, and the difficult road through grief. He opens up about how God met him in his lowest moments and how prayer, biblical truth, and authentic community became the foundation for healing and renewed hope. If you've been battling discouragement, feeling alone, or wondering where God is in the middle of your pain, this episode is for you. No matter what you're facing today, your story isn't over. God is still faithful, and hope is still available. Get your own Wake up Guide and seven day reset: https://mailchi.mp/knownlegacy/the-wake-up-guide Join our weekly mens study - Adrenaline Shot - every Thursday morning at 6:45 am Central. https://soldiersforfaith.com/bible_study/soldiers-adrenaline-shot/ Join the Brotherhood on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EZL78qtya/ Pick up your own copy of More Than You at www.morethanyoubook.com Chapters (00:00:00) - Known Legacy Podcast(00:01:28) - The Adrenaline Shot(00:02:46) - Vintage TV Question of the Day(00:05:15) - Mike Has Lost Tons Of Weight(00:08:12) - How God Restrains Our Purpose(00:13:00) - "Burnout Is No Fun"(00:13:22) - How Do You Balance Authentic Worship With Performative(00:14:54) - How to Overcome Spiritual Burnout(00:19:28) - Be faithful, God will reward you(00:20:33) - Burnout in the Love Zone(00:25:32) - Are You Broken Enough for God?(00:27:26) - Philip Yancey on Struggles(00:30:12) - How to Pull Yourself Out Of The Discouragement(00:32:49) - Fast 5 Questions(00:35:33) - What is Legacy of the Beatles?(00:35:53) - If You Had To Change Jobs, What Would It Be?(00:36:49) - How Old Is Your Apple?(00:37:44) - Big Daddy Weave On The Known Legacy Podcast

When suffering suddenly interrupts life, where do believers find the strength to endure? Pastor Shane Idleman joins Ray and Mark to share his recent cancer diagnosis and the profound lessons God has taught him amid uncertainty, fear, and waiting. Rather than letting the diagnosis shake his faith, Shane explains how the Lord has drawn him into deeper dependence on His sovereignty, reminding him that God's grace is given one day at a time. The discussion explores how trials reveal what believers truly trust and why resting in God's character brings peace when the future feels uncertain. The guys discuss difficult decisions that often accompany serious illness. Shane shares how he sought the Lord while weighing treatment options, emphasizing that believers should neither act out of fear nor place their hope in medicine itself. Instead, the guys encourage listeners to pursue wisdom, remembering that healing ultimately comes from God. Throughout the discussion, Shane returns to a simple truth that carried him through the diagnosis: God's sovereignty is the believer's sanity, providing stability even when circumstances remain unresolved.Spiritual fruit often grows from suffering. Shane tells Ray and Mark how his diagnosis has deepened his compassion, reignited his preaching, and renewed his dependence on Christ in ways comfort never could. They discuss how affliction often becomes God's instrument to awaken His people, refine their faith, and produce lasting spiritual fruit. Shane also challenges the modern church to recover preaching marked by conviction and dependence on the Holy Spirit rather than by comfort and cultural approval. Rather than viewing suffering as evidence of God's absence, they encourage believers to see it as an opportunity to know Him more deeply and trust Him more fully. Finally, the conversation turns to the hope found only in the gospel. The guys contrast the biblical gospel with the man-centered message often heard today, reminding listeners that Christ came first to save sinners from God's wrath before addressing life's temporary struggles. Everyone will one day face death, making repentance and faith infinitely more important than any earthly diagnosis. Whether facing cancer or any other trial, believers can rest in the promise of eternal life, while those who do not yet know Christ are urged to trust Him today. Ultimately, the episode reminds listeners that suffering may change life's circumstances, but it cannot overcome the hope found in Christ alone. Send us Fan MailThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

In this episode of the Creativ Rise Podcast, Christy and I are getting real about something we don't usually talk about publicly: what it actually looks like to run a creative business through a genuinely hard season of life.If you're a photographer, filmmaker, content creator, or social media manager and you've ever felt like you're falling apart personally while still being expected to show up for clients, this episode is for you.

What happens when God doesn't do what we want Him to do? This profound question sits at the heart of an exploration into the nature of authentic faith. Through the lens of Job's devastating losses and Judas Iscariot's ultimate betrayal, we're confronted with two radically different responses to disappointment with God. Job, who lost everything in a single day—his wealth, his children, his health—fell to the ground and worshiped. Judas, when Jesus didn't establish the earthly kingdom he expected, walked away entirely. The contrast reveals something crucial: suffering doesn't create our faith, it reveals what kind of faith we already have. Are we following Jesus transactionally, expecting Him to serve us and give us the life we want? Or are we following Him transformationally, recognizing that we serve Him, not the other way around? The ancient conversation between God and Satan over Job poses a haunting question that echoes through millennia: would anyone still love God if He stopped giving them the blessings they want? Job's answer—'though He slay me, I will trust Him'—demonstrates that genuine gospel faith clings to God not for what He gives, but for who He is. This message challenges us to examine our own motives and recognize that everything we have is grace, not something God owes us. When we can't trace His hand, we must trust His heart.

We like to believe that compassion comes naturally. Yet when someone we work with experiences unimaginable loss, many of us freeze. We worry about saying the wrong thing, crossing a boundary, or making an already painful situation worse. So we say less, do less, and hope time will somehow fill the silence.Amy's conversation with Matthew Efird challenges that instinct with extraordinary honesty. After losing his son, Noah, to a terminal trisomy 13 diagnosis, Matthew discovered that the moments which stayed with him weren't defined by perfect words. They were shaped by people who showed up, quietly lifted burdens he couldn't carry alone, and created space for his family to grieve without asking them to manage everyone else's needs. What emerged from that experience is not just a personal story. It is a practical philosophy for building workplaces where empathy becomes something people experience, not something leaders simply talk about.Rather than treating grief as something that belongs outside the office, this conversation invites us to rethink what leadership looks like when life inevitably interrupts work. It explores how simple acts of generosity can transform culture, why the strongest leaders resist the urge to fix what cannot be fixed, and how organizations earn lasting trust by helping people feel seen when they need it most.Moments That Create Momentum:The Permission Trap: Why asking, "How can I help?" often shifts the emotional burden back onto the person who is already carrying more than they can hold.The Empathy Gap: Matthew reveals why leaders don't fail because they don't care. They fail because discomfort convinces them that silence is safer than showing up.The Culture Stress Test: Anyone can talk about values during business as usual. The true culture of an organization is revealed by how it responds when someone's life falls apart.The Invisible Load: The smallest daily responsibilities become overwhelming during grief. Matthew explains why removing one burden often matters more than offering a hundred comforting words.The Time Investment Principle: After holding his son through his final breath, Matthew stopped measuring time by productivity and started measuring it by presence, changing the way he leads both work and life.About the Guest:Matthew Efird is a grieving father, a husband, and a leader who has learned that true strength is not found in self-sufficiency but in a desperate need for a Savior. An honors graduate of The University of Georgia, Matthew and his high school sweetheart, Hannah, live in Jackson County, where they manage Mosquito Joe and Lighting Pros. Matthew is the host of the Pillars of Purpose Podcast, where he explores living a life of purpose in faith, family, and business.Following the Trisomy 13 diagnosis and passing of their second son, Noah, Matthew felt an intense calling to share their raw journey. He is the bestselling author of Even Though, We Will. He travels the country speaking to audiences and consulting with businesses on the transformational impact of Emphathetic Leadership within an organization.He and his wife are the founders of Even Though, We Will, an organization dedicated to providing “Arks” of practical support and care packages to families navigating the devastating waters of a terminal diagnosis. Matthew is the proud father of four amazing boys: three who fill his home with wild joy and one who awaits him in the presence of their Savior.https://eventhoughwewill.comhttps://matthewefird.comAbout Amy:Amy Lynn Durham, known by her clients as the Corporate Mystic, is the founder of the Executive Coaching Firm, Create Magic At Work®, where they help leaders build workplaces rooted in creativity, collaboration, and fulfillment. A former corporate executive turned Executive Coach, Amy blends practical leadership strategies with spiritual intelligence to unlock human potential at work.She's a certified Executive Coach through UC Berkeley & the International Coaching Federation (ICF) In addition, Amy holds coaching certifications in Spiritual Intelligence (SQ21), the Edgewalker Profile, and the Archetypes of Change . In addition to being the host of the Create Magic At Work® podcast, Amy is the author of Create Magic At Work®, Creating Career Magic: A Daily Prompt Journal and the founder of Magic Thread Media™. Through her work, she inspires intentional leadership for thriving workplaces and lives where “magic” becomes reality.Connect with Amy:https://createmagicatwork.net/https://www.linkedin.com/company/create-magic-at-workhttps://www.facebook.com/112951637095427https://www.instagram.com/createmagicatworkhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnEm4h3fUgaq8qgvZpz6dGgThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? 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Welcome to the Why I Said Yes series, where the contributing authors of Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New share the personal stories behind the chapters they chose to write.What if the life you've always wanted begins the moment you stop living by everyone else's expectations?In this episode of the Why I Said Yes series, transformational guide Caroline Sequin shares the deeply personal story behind her chapter in Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New.After navigating divorce, grief, and major life transitions, Caroline discovered that healing wasn't about becoming someone new—it was about remembering who she had always been beneath the pain.In this inspiring conversation, we discuss:✨ Why Caroline chose to share her story publicly✨ Overcoming the fear of being vulnerable✨ Healing through self-discovery✨ Why it's never too late to follow your dreams✨ How life's greatest challenges can become your greatest teachers

We all face moments when life feels overwhelming, when the walls around us seem too strong and hope feels difficult to find. But God reminds us that our hope was never meant to rest in our own strength. Through Jesus, we carry a light that cannot be extinguished, even in the darkest seasons.The struggles we face may press in from every side, but they do not have the power to destroy us. God is faithful, and His presence remains with us through every challenge. When we learn to see our circumstances through His perspective, our hope begins to rise.Hope is not found in having a perfect life or having everything figured out. It is found in trusting a Savior who never fails. No matter what you are facing, God is still working, still leading, and still holding you.Subscribe to Our Channel! New to LifeRock? Click here: liferockchurch.org/get-connectedTo support this ministry and help us reach people in our community. Click here: liferockchurch.org/giveDo you need someone to pray for you? We will pray for you. Click here: liferockchurch.org/online-prayerFollow: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeRockColumbiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/LifeRockChurchX: https://www.x.com/LifeRockChurch

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What if the way you respond to suffering is revealing more about your faith than you realize? In this message, Pastor Michael Chandler walks through four practical responses to difficulty from 1 Peter, reminding us that suffering is not a sign that God has abandoned us or that we've done something wrong. He challenges us to reframe what it means to be blessed, and to invite God into our pain rather than pushing through it alone. If you've ever wondered where God was in the middle of a hard season, or found yourself questioning your faith when life fell apart, this message will encourage you to hold on to the truth that God is always with you, and that what He is forging in you through suffering far outweighs what you are walking through right now.

Feel grounded through this compassionate breath meditation led by Julie Potiker. She completes the meditation with the poem, "Hope Watches", by James Crews.Hope WatchesHope watches from the windowlike a small child waitingfor his parents to come home.His eyes are the lightshope keeps burninglong into the night, even whenit seems no one will return.Hope breathes on the glass,asks each of us to write our name,leave some sign that we were herethat we cared enoughto keep searching.-James Crews, from his book, Breathing Room, Poems of Rest and Retreat.Continue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Feel grounded through this compassionate breath meditation led by Julie Potiker. She completes the meditation with the poem, "Hope Watches", by James Crews.This version ends with music allowing you to drift off into sleep.Hope WatchesHope watches from the windowlike a small child waitingfor his parents to come home.His eyes are the lightshope keeps burninglong into the night, even whenit seems no one will return.Hope breathes on the glass,asks each of us to write our name,leave some sign that we were herethat we cared enoughto keep searching.-James Crews, from his book, Breathing Room, Poems of Rest and Retreat.Continue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Learn more www.GETLUCKYLIFE.com Life can change in an instant. You lose money. A relationship ends. Bad news arrives. In this episode, bestselling author James N. Uberti shares one simple habit that can instantly shift your perspective from loss to gratitude. Discover how asking one powerful question can quiet negative thoughts, build resilience, and help you feel better—even on your worst days. This may become the most important habit you ever practice.

If you've ever experienced a loss that changed everything, this conversation is for you. Grief comes in many forms–loss of a loved one, loss of a job, loss of a relationship, or simply loss of life as we want it to be–these things affect us. Deeply. In times like this we need help for our wounded hearts. Author, Lisa Appelo, knows this all too well. Lisa shares her powerful story of suddenly losing her husband and becoming a single mom to seven children overnight. Together, we talk about grief, healing, and the comfort only God can provide when life feels unbearable. Lisa offers practical wisdom for navigating loss, processing difficult emotions, and finding hope again when the future feels uncertain. Whether you're grieving yourself or walking alongside someone who is, I believe this conversation will encourage your heart and remind you that God is near to the brokenhearted. And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode! Xo, Donna Key Takeaways: 0:00:02 - Hope-Filled Podcast & Book Giveaway Setup 0:03:33 - From Sudden Loss to Writing on Grief 0:07:30 - What Grief Really Does to Your Whole Self 0:13:18 - Daily Lament: Journaling, Scripture, and Sustaining Grace 0:26:12 - Parenting Kids Through Grief and When to Seek Counseling What We Talk About Lisa's story of sudden loss and becoming a widow overnight How grief affects the body, mind, emotions, and faith Common misconceptions about grieving as a Christian The role of lament and honest prayer in healing Practical ways God provides comfort during loss The benefits of journaling through grief Why the traditional "stages of grief" can be misleading Helping children navigate loss and grief Trusting God when answers don't come Finding hope, healing, and joy again after loss Lisa's Daily Practice for Walking Through Grief Pour Out Your Heart Bring your fears, questions, sadness, and frustrations honestly to God. Pray, cry, journal, and lament. Open God's Word Anchor yourself in Scripture, even when you don't feel strong enough. Focus on God's character and promises. Offload What You Can't Carry Release burdens that are too heavy for you. Allow God to carry what you cannot. Trust God's Presence Even without answers, trust that God is with you, for you, and sustaining you. Donna’s Resources: Order a copy of my latest book - Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God. It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their faith. Connect with Lisa: Lisa’s Website: https://lisaappelo.com/ Lisa’s Book: God of Comfort: A Devotional Journal for the Grieving Heart: https://www.amazon.com/God-Comfort-Devotional-Journal-Grieving/dp/0764246038/ref=sr_1_1 Let’s Connect: Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Join Julie Potiker as she leads this open awareness meditation. She completes the meditation with her poem, "Before Dawn".Before Dawn, by Julie Potiker.Even with fences, even with locks, I'm not always safe from the thoughts in my head. The second sleep—that strange, lucid hour before dawn—can be a dangerous place. My mind unspools anxieties, wild and uninvited.I climb out from under the dogs and tangled covers, pour a strong brew, and step into the courtyard. The air is cool, the sky still a deep indigo. Somewhere a robin begins, then a towhee joins in, and soon the whole chorus is at work as the light rises. Slowly, I begin to breathe in rhythm with them. The chatter inside softens. The morning expands. I remember that peace is not the absence of thought, but the practice of returning—again and again.Continue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Join Julie Potiker as she leads this open awareness meditation. She completes the meditation with her poem, "Before Dawn".This version ends with music allowing you to drift off into sleep.Before Dawn, by Julie Potiker.Even with fences, even with locks, I'm not always safe from the thoughts in my head. The second sleep—that strange, lucid hour before dawn—can be a dangerous place. My mind unspools anxieties, wild and uninvited.I climb out from under the dogs and tangled covers, pour a strong brew, and step into the courtyard. The air is cool, the sky still a deep indigo. Somewhere a robin begins, then a towhee joins in, and soon the whole chorus is at work as the light rises. Slowly, I begin to breathe in rhythm with them. The chatter inside softens. The morning expands. I remember that peace is not the absence of thought, but the practice of returning—again and again.Continue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Let's dive into the poetry and wisdom genre of the Bible! Today we recap Psalms 1-41 a.k.a. Book 1. David wrote all but 2 of this group, most are prayers of distress or statements of confidence in God. David reminds us in Psalm 1 to delight in the law of the Lord. The man who meditates on His law day and night will be like a tree planted by the water. What a robust visual!As we've mentioned before our playlist matters. Remember the adage, GIGO (garbage in, garbage out), let's flip that and put wisdom in and pray that wisdom comes out.David wrote that we should “serve the Lord with fear' Psalm 2, but we do NOT need to fear evil (Psalm 23) because God is with us. What a powerful contrast!Psalm 19:7-11 expresses the cause and effects of God's law! Read those verses and notice the outcomes of being true to God and His Word. Psalm 34:5 describes those who look to God as being radiant. David trusted God through his triumphs and his trials, what a great example of how situations should not be the focus. Our focus should be on seeking to please God!Try sprinkling a Psalm in your daily Bible reading. Share which one you connect with the most at this season in your life. What a blessing you are, dear listener! May we grow together as we connect to reflect!

What happens when everything you have built—your home, your plans, your identity, and the life you thought you knew—is swept away overnight?In this deeply personal and emotional return to Embracing Only, Olivia and Archita share the story behind their unexpected hiatus and the life-altering experience that changed everything.After Hurricane Melissa—a catastrophic Category 5 storm—left Olivia facing unimaginable loss, she found herself standing in the wreckage of a life she had spent years creating. What followed was not only a journey of physical recovery, but a profound reckoning with identity, resilience, vulnerability, and the stories we tell ourselves about strength.Together, Olivia and Archita explore the hidden cost of always being the strong one, the difficulty of receiving help, and the surprising ways healing begins when we stop trying to carry everything alone.This conversation is for every woman who has ever felt responsible for holding it all together. For every high-achiever who has mistaken survival for strength. For every person who has struggled to ask for help, even when they desperately needed it.At its heart, this episode is a reminder that resilience is not found in how much we can endure alone—but in our willingness to be seen, supported, and transformed by the communities around us.Because sometimes life dismantles what no longer serves us so that something more authentic can emerge in its place.What happens when life strips away everything you thought made you who you are?In this deeply personal and emotional return to Embracing Only, Olivia shares her firsthand account of surviving Hurricane Melissa, one of the most powerful storms ever to impact the Caribbean. After losing her home, belongings, and sense of normalcy overnight, she was forced to confront a truth many high-achieving women know all too well: strength can sometimes become a survival mechanism that keeps us from receiving the help we need.Together, Olivia and Archita explore resilience, trauma, therapy, community, burnout, and the hidden cost of always being "the strong one." This is a conversation about rebuilding—not just a home, but a life.If you've ever struggled to ask for help, found yourself carrying too much, or felt like you had to navigate life's challenges alone, this episode is for you.In This Episode Surviving Hurricane Melissa and losing everything  The emotional aftermath of disaster and trauma  Why high-achieving women struggle to ask for help  The healing power of community and vulnerability  Therapy, burnout, and the cost of forced strength  Learning to say "no" without guilt  The journey from survival to healing Key Moments00:00 – Welcome back to Embracing Only: Why we took a break01:24 – Hurricane Melissa changes everything05:20 – Losing an entire home and rebuilding from nothing07:29 – Why asking for help felt impossible10:29 – Hurricane Melissa: What really happened12:05 – Stop asking if people need help—just help13:05 – The real reason many women don't ask for support16:20 – The storm story begins22:43 – Trapped inside a collapsing house23:43 – "I thought this was it."24:31 – The moment prayer became all they had left26:44 – Surviving the storm, facing the aftermath27:46 – "No one is coming to save you"—and why that belief changed29:48 – The hidden cost of being strong all the time31:49 – Learning to say no and ask for help32:49 – The Unraveling Overachiever34:22 – A simple exercise: Count how many times you say no37:12 – Why your brain fights change38:25 – The future of Embracing OnlyBook Mentioned:When the Body Says No: The Cost of Hidden Stress by Dr. Gabor MatéAbout Embracing OnlyA podcast for ambitious women navigating leadership, identity, healing, personal growth, and life beyond traditional definitions of success.Connect with us: www.embracingonly.comMemorable Quote"It took a Category 5 hurricane stripping away everything I had armored myself with to realize that I was never walking through life alone." — OliviaBooks MentionedWhen the Body Says No: The Cost of Hidden Stress — Dr. Gabor MatéAbout Embracing OnlyEmbracing Only is a podcast for women navigating ambition, identity, healing, leadership, and life beyond the traditional definitions of success. Through honest conversations and lived experiences, we explore what it means to embrace the parts of ourselves that make us unique—and how those differences become our greatest strengths.If this episode resonated with you, share it with a woman who needs the reminder that she does not have to carry everything alone.Subscribe, follow, and join the conversation.Ready to make a change?→ Struggling with your corporate career but have big goals? Reach out to Olivia on LinkedIn or visit oliviacream.com.→ Ready to leave corporate or start a side venture? Archita can guide your next steps.Reach out to her on LinkedIn or visit architafritz.com.

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God is still present in your brokenness, and that even here, He is forming something beautiful and redemptive! Sydney Anne Bennett, author of Fearfully and Wonderfully Broken, is proof of this! She shares what it looks like to hold onto faith when life doesn’t make sense. We dive into her story of chronic illness, suffering, and the raw reality of following Jesus in seasons that don’t get neatly resolved.

This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God's Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus.For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fmTo listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.forwardchurchpodcast.comTo support Forward Church financially, please visit: https://bit.ly/fwdchurchFollow Pastor Kipko on Instagram: www.instagram.com/kipkoWatch all sermons from Forward Church on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kipkoTo get in touch with Forward Church or to request Pastor Bogdan Kipko to speak at your church or event, please send an email to: admin@forward.fm If you are visiting Southern California, we would love to have you come and enjoy the Sunday Service at Forward Church! 

Episode Summary You can change your location and still carry your old mindset. In this powerful continuation of the series, Dr. Chonta Haynes explores why healing requires more than changing circumstances—it requires renewing your mind. Through Romans 12:1-2, Proverbs 23:7, and 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, you'll discover how strongholds are formed, why old thought patterns keep recreating old results, and three practical biblical strategies to transform your thinking. If you're ready to stop surviving and start transforming, this episode will help you identify mental barriers, interrupt destructive thought loops, and align your mind with God's truth. Key Takeaways Why changing environments doesn't automatically create change How strongholds are built through repeated thoughts The connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors What Romans 12 really teaches about transformation Three practical strategies for renewing your mind How to replace limiting beliefs with biblical truth Why your mental diet matters The power of speaking God's promises over your life Detailed Timestamps 00:00 Why healing starts in the mind00:46 When old thoughts follow you into new seasons01:38 What happened in you matters more than what happened to you03:22 Why recurring patterns keep showing up in life04:48 Understanding strongholds and mental agreement06:00 Romans 12 and the process of transformation08:02 The sacrifice required for lasting change09:27 The caterpillar, butterfly, and God's design10:58 Conformed by pain versus transformed by truth11:58 Renewal Strategy #1: Interrupt the Loop15:04 Renewal Strategy #2: Change Your Input17:04 Renewal Strategy #3: Speak Until You Believe18:54 Why transformation is possible for you19:28 Your weekly renewal challenge20:24 Series recap and next week's lesson on the Widow's Oil Join the CROWNed by Design Collective https://chontahaynes.com/collective Connect with Dr. Chonta Haynes Book a call https://chontahaynes.com/destiny YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ChontaHaynes Instagram: https://Instagram.com/ctahaynes LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/chonta-haynes Support the Mission Heart 2 Heart Truth Foundation Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=UZG5B9KX59U4S

Join Julie Potiker for this quiet meditation. Using your breath as an achor - focus on the message you feel you need right now. She completes the meditation with the poem, "Promise", by Barbara Crooker.PROMISEThis day is an open roadstretching out before you. Roll down the windows.Step into your life, as if it were a fast car.Even in industrial parks,trees are covered with white blossoms,festive as brides, and the air is softas a well-washed shirt on your arms. The grass has turned implausibly green.Tomorrow, the world will begin again,another fresh start. The blue sky stretches,shakes out its tent of light. Even dandelions glitterin the lawn, a handful of golden change.-Barbara CrookerContinue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Join Julie Potiker for this quiet meditation. Using your breath as an achor - focus on the message you feel you need right now. She completes the meditation with the poem, "Promise", by Barbara Crooker.This version ends with music allowing you to drift off into sleep.PROMISEThis day is an open roadstretching out before you. Roll down the windows.Step into your life, as if it were a fast car.Even in industrial parks,trees are covered with white blossoms,festive as brides, and the air is softas a well-washed shirt on your arms. The grass has turned implausibly green.Tomorrow, the world will begin again,another fresh start. The blue sky stretches,shakes out its tent of light. Even dandelions glitterin the lawn, a handful of golden change.-Barbara CrookerContinue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Send us Fan Mail Your life can fall apart in a way that looks quiet from the outside and devastating on the inside. When a job, a relationship, your health, or your sense of identity starts to unravel, the hardest question usually isn't “Why is this happening to me?” It's “Who am I without what I built?” I sit down with Dr. Ken Kaufman, a sports medicine physician and motivational speaker, to talk about how collapse can become calling and why the darkest season can also be the most clarifying one. We dig into a sharp distinction that changes how you handle stress and uncertainty: happiness vs joy. Happiness rides on “happenings” like money, wins, and external stability. Joy is rooted deeper and can stay present even when circumstances are painful. Ken shares his own story of losing a 31-year business, filing bankruptcy, navigating divorce, selling his home, and living with extreme uncertainty, and how faith helped him experience peace while the problems were still real. We also talk about Philippians 4:6–7 and what surrender looks like as a day-to-day practice for anxiety. Then we bring it into ordinary life: what to do when you sense your old life is ending, how stillness and listening can reveal the next step, and why trying to control the outcome often keeps you stuck for years. Ken also offers a warning that hits hard in the social media age: isolation makes you easier to break. Healing often starts when you tell the truth to a few trusted “2am” friends and let support carry you. If this resonates, subscribe to Healthy Mind Healthy Life, share this conversation with someone in a hard chapter, and leave a review so more people can find it. Connect With Dr. Ken Kaufman : Book (Spiritual Endurance: Faith Forged in the Fire): available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle Website / community: spiritualendurance.com Towards Wellness Coaching Offer: 25% off | Code: POD2026. Available internationally in paperback and eBook formats. Our Protector Development Offer: $100 OFF ENROLLMENT | Code: ENROLL100 The Soulfluence Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?

In this message, Kendra dives deep into the belief systems that shape our lives. What you believe about God affects everything... your identity, your relationships, your outlook on life, and your ability to trust Him during difficult times. God's goodness is not based on our circumstances. Pain is not proof God abandoned you. No matter what you've been through, there is healing through Jesus. "If you want to know whether God is good, don't start with your circumstances, start with the cross." -Kendra Green Join us Sundays at 9 AM or 11 AM! Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more messages on faith, discipleship, and following Jesus in everyday life. — If you accepted Christ we'd love to meet you! Click the link below to introduce yourself so we can help you along your faith journey! Click Here!

In this raw and deeply honest conversation, Kehla sits down with Therese Skelly to talk about what happens when life completely disrupts your capacity to “hold it all.” Together, they unpack the hidden pressure ambitious women carry inside business: the addiction to proving, the exhaustion of constantly managing perception, and the shame that surfaces when life forces you to slow down. From hospitalized family members and financial stress to identity collapse, difficult decisions, therapy, burnout, and redefining success, this episode explores what it actually looks like to navigate business during seasons of grief, uncertainty, and overwhelm. Rather than offering performative empowerment or “just push harder” advice, Kehla and Therese challenge the coaching industry's obsession with hustle, expansion, and endless self-management. They explore the difference between clean pain and dirty pain, why truth-telling regulates the nervous system, how decisiveness creates momentum, and why integrity sometimes looks like breaking commitments that no longer align. This is a conversation about capacity, coherence, nervous system honesty, faith, support, and learning how to build a business that serves your life instead of consuming it. If you've ever questioned your worth during a hard season, felt ashamed for slowing down, or wondered how to keep moving forward when life is lifing hard — this episode is for you. Follow Therese on Facebook Therese's website Sign up for the Dream to Done summit   Follow Kehla on IG Kehla's Website Work with Kehla

Julie Potiker leads you through this self compassion meditation. She completes the meditation with the poem, "The Endless Waltz", by James Crews.This version ends in music allowing you to drift off into sleep.This Endless Waltz, by James CrewsIn this endless waltz of give and taketrust and receivetoday, I am the one who must open his armshold the door for whatever wants to entertap of rain on glass, scurry of tiny flyacross the window screen, beaded with droplets"please stay", I say to everythingthat must someday goheart as hollow as a begging bowluntil I seeI am begging to be filled by what I already have.-James CrewsContinue your mindfulness journey with Julie - through her writings. Her latest book is, "Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace", a collection of poems focusing on themes of nature, self-compassion, and tranquility.Her other books include,"SNAP: From Calm to Chaos", and "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos". All are available on Amazon.com.Follow Julie on YouTube and Facebook at Mindful Methods for Life.comThis podcast is available on iTunes, iHeart, Blubrry and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

When life gets hard, what soundtrack are you listening to? As David fled from King Saul, hiding in houses, churches, caves, and wilderness places, he didn't stop singing—he turned his songs into prayers. In this message, we explore how music led Saul deeper into jealousy, but led David closer to God. Through the biblical practice of lament, David teaches us how to bring our pain, fear, disappointment, and confusion honestly before the Lord while choosing to trust Him. If you're walking through a difficult season, discover how worship can become your prayer and how God can meet you even in the darkest caves of life.

How do we move forward when everything around us is crumbling? How do we hold on to hope?  Drawing from her own experience of losing an infant son, losing her marriage, and being diagnosed with a debilitating disease, Vaneetha Rendall Risner shares questions she asked God in suffering, the beautiful ways God answered her, and the three anchors that have given her hope and grounded her faith. This talk was recorded at TGCW24. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Understand that the real reason for your life is to use what happens as fuel for your growth. As I wrote a fair amount about in The 5AM Club where Mr. Riley is teaching his students how to “enter the magic” while they meet on a vineyard in South Africa, life is not random [as far as I can tell]. So much of what happens to us arrives in our lives as perfect training to make us into the genuine heroes we're meant to be. FOLLOW ROBIN SHARMA:InstagramFacebookYouTube

The Human Equation with Joe Pangaro – You cannot become someone new if you refuse to acknowledge what the old version of you is carrying. People often try to outrun their emotions—burying themselves in work, distractions, or forced positivity. But unprocessed grief doesn't disappear. It waits. And it will surface in ways that make reinvention harder, not easier...