Podcasts about open hands

Ask David: How to Stop Giving a Crap Motivating a Procrastinator . . . and More The answers to today's questions are brief and were written prior to the show. Listen to the podcast for a more in-depth discussion of each question. Today's questions. 1. Chris has a question about Positive Reframing and the Magic Dial. 2. Joe asks: What method would be best to stop giving a crap? 3. Ollie asks: How do you motivate a procrastinating patient to do the hard work of facing the task they've been putting off? 4. Owen asks: Should I complete a full Daily Mood Log each day? 5. Owen also asks: Is it okay to copy the positive reframing from a previous DML when relevant?   1. Chris asks about Positive Reframing and the Magic Dial. Hi David! I'm currently on my third re-read of "Feeling Great" and want to thank you for the positive changes and progress I have experienced in my life as a result of the techniques and information present in the book. My question is, when you use positive reframing, and identify all the advantages of a negative thought, but still decide, "Hey I would still like to reduce my suffering, in spite of all these good things. But I would love to keep the advantages too." Does this mean my conviction for change is not strong enough? Or is this when I should transition to the magic dial technique and try to keep the best of both worlds ? Thank you in advance, Christian David's reply Thanks, do the Magic Dial and you can have it both ways. However, keep this in mind, or perhaps discover it later on. Once you start to challenge your thoughts successfully, and your belief in your negative thoughts diminishes substantially, you may decide to lower your feelings even further, possibly all the way to zero. And at that point, you're probably ready for Relapse Prevention Training as described in the book. The Feeling Great app is free this summer if you're in the US, so that might help you along the trail if needed. Warmly, David Can I use this as an Ask David question on one of our Ask podcasts? d Christian responds Hello David, Thank you for your in depth response, that's really handy. Part of me is really hoping I'll want to lower my ratings even further, but I think as you have outlined many times, honoring my resistance is important if I want to get to that point. It's weird isn't it, I know at an intellectual level I want these things to happen, but at the gut level part of me is still holding on. I would love to use the app, however I'm based in the UK and it isn't available to me, I saw on the FAQ on the website that it may be getting released in other parts of the world soon ? I also hope there will be more and more TEAM-CBT therapists available in the UK in future too ! Absolutely, I would love for my question to be featured in the podcast ! Warm Regards, Christian   2. Joe asks: What method would be best to stop giving a crap? Hey Dr. Burns, Your two most recent webinars have been very helpful, especially Overcoming Perfectionism, yet I still struggle hard with perfectionism. [To be specific, I put a video out there that people enjoyed (internally) and that I spent a month on, only to get mostly ignored, and I feel defeated.] What method would be best to stop giving a crap? Thanks! Joe David's Reply As I have said so often, I don't recommend “methods” for “problems.” I use TEAM, a process. I sometimes have the same problem with media interviews. I am often asked to give three tips on this or that problem, like gaining self-esteem or whatever. For example, a Chinese interviewer asked for “tips” on overcoming depression, like spending more time in nature or more time with friends and the people you care about. I am not happy about such questions, as my answer is that I'm a no tips please type of guy. I have developed many powerful processes for dealing with a variety of common problems. For example, for individual mood problems I find it extremely useful to start out with a partially completed Daily Mood Log, and for a relationship problem a partially completed Relationship Journal can lead to some fantastic and revealing work. But as far as general “tips” for not “giving a crap” if you're struggling with perfectionism, I can only quote what the Buddha said nearly 2,500 years ago: “General tips suck! Give me something specific and real, please!” Best, david   3. How can you motivate someone who procrastinates? Dear David, I have a question but first I'd like to tell you and the team just how much I'm loving the app. Especially since you gave the AI a voice so now we can speak with it rather than typing out responses. Now it feels so quick and easy. Sometimes, I find it can be hard to motivate myself to do the self-help work but talking to the app makes the process effortless. It really does feel like having a friend who's got your best interest at heart, and they're available to talk to you whenever you need them. My question is about the role of therapists when it comes to patient motivation. I was hoping you could clarify why when patients present with anxiety, we know they will predictably resist doing exposure, but as a therapist it is necessary to press the matter. However, when working with a procrastinating patient, they will almost always show similar process resistance (to doing whatever it is they're procrastinating about), but your recommendation (as far as I understand it) is not to push them to do anything. Not to help motivate them to do the hard work. Is there a reason for this difference, or have I misunderstood entirely? Warmest regards, Ollie David's Reply I can make this an Ask David question, and thanks. Appreciate the kind comments. As a therapist working with anxiety or depression, I work out the Outcome and Process Resistance before trying to “help.” So, the depressed patient must agree to homework, and the anxious patient must agree to exposure, in order for us to work together on those problems. This is called Dangling the Carrot, Gentle Ultimatum, and Sitting with Open Hands and sometimes with Fallback Position at the end. If a patient wants help with procrastination, they must agree to the five-minute rule, to get started at a specific time today, even if they don't feel motivated. I see it as the same thing: making the patient accountable and giving the patient free will to decide what they are willing to do—or not willing to do. I would never try to motivate a procrastinating patient! That's not on the menu. However, I can help them get started if they need help, but I the first five things they have to do into simple things taking 15 seconds each, like sit in my chair might be the first step in organizing you desk. Then reaching for a piece of paper that needs filing. Etc. Five minutes work of little things. You might want to listen to / search the podcasts for this process. We'll mention a bit more on the podcast. Warmly, david If I missed it, try again!    4. Owen asks: Should I complete a full Daily Mood Log each day? Hi Dr. Burns, Thank you again for all the incredible content you've been sharing—both the Feeling Good podcast and your Feeling Great videos. You're so engaging and natural on camera, it's hard to believe you were ever camera-shy! The Ask David segments are always a highlight of my Mondays. I just had two quick questions about the Daily Mood Log. I often find it takes me several hours to complete one fully, including the positive reframing. Should I aim to complete a full log each day for maximum benefit, or is it okay to work through one gradually over several days? I often get unrelated negative thoughts while still working on a previous log, which means I can't get to the new ones right away. David's Reply Hi Owen, Yes, you can spread it out for sure. david   5. Owen asks: To speed things up, is it okay to copy positive reframing from a previous DML when relevant, or is it better to start fresh each time? Thanks so much in advance, Owen (assumed name) David's Reply Hi Owen, Yes, you can use previous PR! Will include your questions at the upcoming Ask David podcast. Can we use your first name? david At our next Ask David, we'll start out with this question: 1. Zainab asks: Is friendship a basic human need? What do you think? Yes? No? Maybe? We did a survey among our group in preparation for the next Ask, and it was two “no's” (Matt and David) and one “yes” (Rhonda). So stay tuned next week for the discussion of this question that comes up often in different disguises. For example, we often hear heated proclamations on whether love is an adult human “need.” What do you think about that question? Thanks for listening today! Matt, Rhonda, and David

This episode explores the heart posture we're called to have in prayer. Whether you're praying for your ex, a broken friendship, or a situation that feels uncertain, the real invitation is to come to God with open hands. We talk about what it means to surrender, to trust, and to partner with God rather than try to control the situation yourself.This episode is inspired by the Practicing the Way course on prayer— it's full of practical tools to help you actually live this out: The Prayer Practice — Practicing the Way

Pastor Tim continues our series on spiritual gifts. They aren't meant to be collected and displayed but given freely to build the body of Christ and fulfill God's purposes through us.• Fruits of the Spirit are for everyone to cultivate, while gifts are given, seasonal, and imparted• The prerequisite for receiving spiritual gifts is humility—acknowledging our need for God• Many believers devalue their gifts or don't recognize they have them• Exhortation is a verb that combines faith and action• Stephen's story demonstrates how the gift of exhortation operates with both truth and grace• Our posture for receiving should be "closed eyes and open hands"—combining trust with expectation• Spiritual gifts assess our motives when they land in our lives• Sometimes what we want isn't what we need in our current season• Every gift of God is empowered by love and expressed through faith

Pastor Matthew Woodward preaching part four of the "The Promise and Precaution of Prosperity" on Wednesday night. July 16th, 2025. Find us online at:Website: www.capitalcommunity.ca Facebook: www.facebook.com/capitalcommunitychurchInstagram: www.instagram.com/ccc_fredericton YouTube: www.capitalcommunity.tvThe Conversation Podcast: www.anchor.fm/ccc-theconversationSermon Archive Podcast: www.anchor.fm/capitalcommunitychurch

This letter pulses with emotion as Paul defends his ministry, confronts critics, and pleads with the church to embrace true gospel leadership marked by humility, weakness, and grace. In this season, we explore the drama, pain, and beauty of a pastor fighting for the hearts of his people—and the God who reconciles us through it all.

The early church demonstrated radical generosity, sharing all they had to meet each other's needs, reflecting their faith in Jesus and God's provision. Their giving came from love, not obligation, as they understood that following Jesus meant living with open hands and caring for one another. Pastor Shawn Williams challenges us to embrace this same generous heart, trusting that as Jesus gave everything for us, we, too, should hold nothing back in our giving.

Open Arms Leads to Open Hands

Join Jaclyn Palmer in the powerful finale of Women Inseparable's 16-week study as she dives into 1 Corinthians 16:5–9. Discover how to trust the Holy Spirit's guidance, flip the script on life's adversaries, and offer your God-given gifts back to Him. This heartfelt session will challenge you to unite in the mind of Christ, stand firm in truth, and embrace God's wide-open doors with courage and faith. Perfect for women seeking freedom in God's judgment and purpose!http://womeninseparable.com/social-media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The moment we begin to see Jesus as more than just another literary character or just another prophet or just another historical figure or just another name in a book full of names... the moment we begin to see Jesus as who He says He is, everything changes. Jesus is God and, because God is Love, Jesus is Love. Jesus is Lord over sin. Jesus is Savior. Jesus is the ultimate sacrifice. Jesus is The One who offers you a second chance. Jesus is The Guide by your side that will never leave you and will never forsake you.Jesus is all of these things and so much more. Which is why an iWitness encounter with Jesus will always demand a response. All throughout Scripture we read story after story of real encounters that real people had with the real Jesus.Some questioned while others sought answers.Some begged while others gave.Some listened while others mocked.Some beat Him while others loved him.Some tempted Him while others stood up for Him.Some fought for Him while others betrayed Him.Some followed while others walked away.Regardless of their response, they all had a real encounter. They saw Jesus and heard Jesus. They witnessed Him.  As His Church, as real people who have encountered the real Jesus, we are called and commanded to take our iWitness experiences to the mountaintops. To tell and re-tell of our life-changing, soul-saving experience with our Lord and Savior Jesus. With 5 Simple Truths & Open Hands we can embrace our responsibility and our opportunity to be a part of His cosmic plan to restore humanity to Himself...because an iWitness encounter with Jesus will always demand a response.

Does your school have mission, vision, and values statements? Who knows about them? We're probably all familiar with these three terms and in this episode, Merle Burkholder offers simple definitions and provides clear examples of each one to refresh our usage. He also suggests a variety of means to communicate these guiding statements so that they can become second nature for you and your people. Merle brings many years of experience in church and organizational leadership including his work at Open Hands and Servant Institute. After working through definitions and examples of guiding statements Merle explains four elements of an organization that can be used to measure its health and life-stage from birth to death. It's a useful grid for evaluating the health of a school. On that note, this episode echoes our last episode on evaluation. Merle proposes that, “People produce what you measure.” Clear guiding statements, particularly core values, give you an effective basis to evaluate your school. Merle was addressing leaders of different types of organizations. Where Merle discusses the responsibilities of a leadership team and CEO in carrying the vision, I think we can insert the school board and administrator. You might consider going back to episode 14 by Steven Brubaker outlining the role of an administrator who works at the intersection of the various parties involved in a school. Finally, it is possible for a school team to share a vision that is sufficiently vivid and understood to occasionally take away your breath and consistently guide your decision-making. May this strengthen your gains here or guide your steps in that direction. Links Why Administrators? on The Dock School Leader Podcast: https://administratorspodcast.podbean.com/e/why-administrators/  This recording was originally published on The Dock as "Clarifying Mission Vision and Values": https://thedockforlearning.org/lecture/clarifying-mission-vision-and-values/  More recordings from REACH 2017: https://thedockforlearning.org/series/reach/reach-2017/ 

The moment we begin to see Jesus as more than just another literary character or just another prophet or just another historical figure or just another name in a book full of names... the moment we begin to see Jesus as who He says He is, everything changes. Jesus is God and, because God is Love, Jesus is Love. Jesus is Lord over sin. Jesus is Savior. Jesus is the ultimate sacrifice. Jesus is The One who offers you a second chance. Jesus is The Guide by your side that will never leave you and will never forsake you.Jesus is all of these things and so much more. Which is why an iWitness encounter with Jesus will always demand a response. All throughout Scripture we read story after story of real encounters that real people had with the real Jesus.Some questioned while others sought answers.Some begged while others gave.Some listened while others mocked.Some beat Him while others loved him.Some tempted Him while others stood up for Him.Some fought for Him while others betrayed Him.Some followed while others walked away.Regardless of their response, they all had a real encounter. They saw Jesus and heard Jesus. They witnessed Him.  As His Church, as real people who have encountered the real Jesus, we are called and commanded to take our iWitness experiences to the mountaintops. To tell and re-tell of our life-changing, soul-saving experience with our Lord and Savior Jesus. With 5 Simple Truths & Open Hands we can embrace our responsibility and our opportunity to be a part of His cosmic plan to restore humanity to Himself...because an iWitness encounter with Jesus will always demand a response.

In this message, Tony concludes their study of Exodus, highlighting the Israelites' eventual obedience and the presence of God dwelling among them in the tabernacle. He draws a parallel between the tabernacle and Jesus, who also came to "dwell" among humanity. Tony explains that just as the Old Testament priests facilitated worship, Jesus, as the ultimate high priest, offers a permanent resolution for sin. On Palm Sunday, this message emphasizes remembering Jesus' sacrifice and encourages believers to participate in communion as a direct command and act of remembrance.Subscribe to AfterWords on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Download a copy of the Exodus JournalVisit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com

The moment we begin to see Jesus as more than just another literary character or just another prophet or just another historical figure or just another name in a book full of names... the moment we begin to see Jesus as who He says He is, everything changes. Jesus is God and, because God is Love, Jesus is Love. Jesus is Lord over sin. Jesus is Savior. Jesus is the ultimate sacrifice. Jesus is The One who offers you a second chance. Jesus is The Guide by your side that will never leave you and will never forsake you.Jesus is all of these things and so much more. Which is why an iWitness encounter with Jesus will always demand a response. All throughout Scripture we read story after story of real encounters that real people had with the real Jesus.Some questioned while others sought answers.Some begged while others gave.Some listened while others mocked.Some beat Him while others loved him.Some tempted Him while others stood up for Him.Some fought for Him while others betrayed Him.Some followed while others walked away.Regardless of their response, they all had a real encounter. They saw Jesus and heard Jesus. They witnessed Him.  As His Church, as real people who have encountered the real Jesus, we are called and commanded to take our iWitness experiences to the mountaintops. To tell and re-tell of our life-changing, soul-saving experience with our Lord and Savior Jesus. With 5 Simple Truths & Open Hands we can embrace our responsibility and our opportunity to be a part of His cosmic plan to restore humanity to Himself...because an iWitness encounter with Jesus will always demand a response.

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The moment we begin to see Jesus as more than just another literary character or just another prophet or just another historical figure or just another name in a book full of names... the moment we begin to see Jesus as who He says He is, everything changes. Jesus is God and, because God is Love, Jesus is Love. Jesus is Lord over sin. Jesus is Savior. Jesus is the ultimate sacrifice. Jesus is The One who offers you a second chance. Jesus is The Guide by your side that will never leave you and will never forsake you.Jesus is all of these things and so much more. Which is why an iWitness encounter with Jesus will always demand a response. All throughout Scripture we read story after story of real encounters that real people had with the real Jesus.Some questioned while others sought answers.Some begged while others gave.Some listened while others mocked.Some beat Him while others loved him.Some tempted Him while others stood up for Him.Some fought for Him while others betrayed Him.Some followed while others walked away.Regardless of their response, they all had a real encounter. They saw Jesus and heard Jesus. They witnessed Him.  As His Church, as real people who have encountered the real Jesus, we are called and commanded to take our iWitness experiences to the mountaintops. To tell and re-tell of our life-changing, soul-saving experience with our Lord and Savior Jesus. With 5 Simple Truths & Open Hands we can embrace our responsibility and our opportunity to be a part of His cosmic plan to restore humanity to Himself...because an iWitness encounter with Jesus will always demand a response.

Send us a textMeet Cate--a gifted farmer with a seasonal booth at the Audubon Park Community Market and just one of the kindest people you'll ever meet. The name Open Hands Farm comes from the spirit of abundance and generosity; plus a willingness to let go and surrender to what life brings you. Cate is wise beyond her years with a sustainable agriculture degree, plus a lifelong interest in growing food. We talk about her farming journey through New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maine; and how her Farm Manager job in Ft. Meyers prepared her for running her own farm right here in the Greater Orlando (Longwood) area. https://linktr.ee/helloapgdpod

As an artist, what does it mean to pursue your calling while holding it with open hands? In this episode, Philip Sheegog, an Arts InterVarsity alumnus and co-founder of the electroacoustic duo Arkai, shares his journey from Juilliard to life as a touring musician. He opens up about navigating calling, trusting God's plan in a highly competitive industry, and resisting the pressure to define success by the world's standards. Through personal stories and wisdom, Philip challenges alumni to surrender our gifts to God, trust His timing, and embrace a vision bigger than ourselves.RELATED EPISODEE116: Navigating a Career in the Arts (Apple, Spotify, YouTube)STAY IN TOUCHSocials: @afterivpodVisit our WebsiteLeave us a message on SpeakPipe ★ Support this podcast ★

This message explores what forgiveness is not, how to practice it, and the deeper motivation behind forgiving others. It emphasizes that forgiveness is a vital aspect of whole-life generosity, reflecting God's grace and kindness in our relationships.

In today's gathering, we explored the profound impact of our words and how they intertwine with a lifestyle of generosity. We began by celebrating the recent baptisms and the overwhelming generosity shown through the EVC Go Gift offering, which supports local and global ministries. This generosity is a reflection of the grace we have received from God, a theme central to our series on living with open hands.We delved into the power of words, drawing from Ephesians 4, where Paul emphasizes the transformation that should occur in a believer's life. This transformation is not about striving harder but about surrendering to the Holy Spirit, allowing Him to renew our thoughts and speech. Our words have the power to build up or tear down, and as followers of Christ, we are called to be builders, speaking life and encouragement into others.

In today's final installment of "Open Hands," Pastor Steve spoke on giving. Key Idea: Do I give Jesus the best of me? Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the best part of everything you produce. Then he will fill your barns with grain, and your vats will overflow with good wine. Proverbs 3.9-10 (NLT) How do I honor God with my finances? 1. I will give God my best. 2. I will trust God to take care of the rest.

God has uniquely gifted each of us to serve in the body of Christ, but how are we using our gifts? In this message, Pastor Randy explores Romans 12 and 1 Corinthians 12, where Paul reminds us that we are all essential parts of one body—each with a special role to play. Whether you're a leader, a servant, an encourager, or even the "little toe" behind the scenes, your contribution matters!Join us as we discover the joy of using our God-given gifts to serve both inside and outside the church. Let's live as an active body, not a sedentary one, and step into the calling God has placed on our lives.

In the New Testament, most giving is regarded as generosity. In 2nd Corinthians 8 and 9, Paul challenges the church to excel in the ministry of generous giving. He points to the "poor Macedonians" as an example of generosity. If we are not careful, we will see our generosity fueled by the amount we can safely give and the reward we seek. But generosity is best driven by a joyful attitude and a step of faith. 

Let'd de-compartmentalize our worship. Deuteronomy tells us to bring "everything" to the temple. Paul echoes that we are to offer our entire life to God as a living sacrifice in an act of worship. We should see our opportunities to give as an opportunity to worship. What we worship determines what we hold onto the tightest and what has the tightest hold on us. 

The main idea for this series is: Living a life with open hands is how God works in us and through us. Today's key words: Grace and Truth. The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. John 1:14 Today's Application: How do I live with open hands when it comes to the grace and truth of Jesus? 1. Start by looking again at Jesus. 2. Where am I lacking in grace and truth? 3. Where can I live more fully with his grace and his truth?

Three common obstacles—disorganization, fear, and comparison—often hinder a lifestyle of whole-life generosity. This passage encourages believers to cultivate a spirit of generosity by planning intentionally, trusting God's provision, and focusing on their unique ability to give, rather than comparing themselves to others.

The key idea behind our series is this; Living a life with open hands is how God works in us and through us. Today's Key Idea: How do I live with open hands when it comes to offense? 1. Be intentional with the process. 2. Meet privately with the other person. “If your brother or sister sins against you, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over. 16 But if they will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.' 17 If they still refuse to listen, tell it to the church; and if they refuse to listen even to the church, treat them as you would a pagan or a tax collector. Matthew 18:15-17 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. Ephesians 4.15 Today's personal application: 1. Who am I walking in offense with today? 2. How and when will I start the conversation with them?

Paul challenges believers to practice generous, sacrificial giving as a response to the graceof God. Just as Christ gave up everything for us, we are called to give joyfully and selflessly, trusting in God's provision and reflecting His love through our actions.

Are New Testament Christians obligated to give tithes? Before it was a law to follow, tithes were given as an act of faith and in response to God's goodness. Jesus affirmed the tithe but emphasized the heart. It's not really about money but about our hearts. Today, giving is a way to show that we are placing God first in our finances. 

We will discover how recognizing God's incredible generosity toward us inspires us to open our hands and share what we have with others. Through the life change of Lydia and the generous hospitality of the people of Malta toward the Apostle Paul, we'll learn practical ways to reflect God's generosity in our daily lives by meeting the needs of others with open hearts and open hands.

Everything belongs to the Lord. He has entrusted us with everything we have. He is our source and supply. Do we put it to good use or spend and bury it out of selfishness and fear? The amount we have and the actions we take in faithfulness reflect our hearts and test our trust. Let's accept the challenge of using what we've been given well. 

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

Jesus sat down in the temple and was watching the crowd come in to worship and give offerings to God. He calls his disciples together to point out a very unlikely person…a poor widow who had very little to give. Jesus calls out her heart of generosity and giving all she had, over those who gave much but also had much to live on. How can the act of generosity by this woman change our view of giving to the Lord?

We've all seen it or experienced it: that toddler who breaks down into screams and tears in a store because she didn't get what she wanted. In children, we see the root of selfishness and greed- the desire to want more and to be satisfied. That same behavior, but now more subdued, is seen in adults as we work to aquire more and to keep all that we have “earned.” However, scriptures teach us a very different story. To understand generosity we first need to understand the root of our greed, which keeps our hands closed instead of open with all that we have.

Horizon | Open Hands, Open hearts into the New Year | December 29, 2024

Horizon | Open Hands, Open hearts into the New Year | December 29, 2024

Living With Open Hands // Pastor Matt Heck

Have you ever noticed how we entrepreneurs are awesome at giving but kind of awful at receiving?In this episode, let's explore why your closed hands might be shutting out success. Perfect for this season of giving and gratitude!Are you drowning in tasks but refusing help? You might be blocking abundance. Learn how accepting help can open doors to success!Undervaluing your work? Stop giving away your time and start charging what you're worth. I'll share some personal stories and tips on how to welcome financial abundance.Start opening your hands and heart to receive the universe's blessings!Also, don't miss my Five Minute Business Detangler—it's a game changer for creating a stress free, productive business. Download it now and start reclaiming your time.Grab my guide below:FREE : Business Detangler: 5 Minute Audio to Reclaim Time and Get Immediate Relief in Your Chaotic BusinessWant to untangle your business in the next 5 minutes? This quick-hit audio guide reveals my signature detangling process - the same one I use to help entrepreneurs find hidden revenue and reclaim their time. No fluff, just practical steps to spot what's really tangling up your profits.Warning: Side effects may include sudden clarity, unexpected free time, and the bizarre sensation of your business feeling easier than it should be.About Donna AshtonDonna Ashton is the calendar sorceress, efficiency expert and strategist and host of 4 Day Weekends.She built a multiple 6-figure business entirely with leveraged programs while working about 15 hours per week so she can have 4-Day weekends every week.Donna waves her magic wand and uses quantum tools and her 15 years of experience to help you untangle your business from time-starved to time-off. She will help move you re-work your business so it fits into your life - and not the other way around- so you can reclaim ONE WEEK back in your calendar.What would you do with an extra week of time??

Everything has been given to us by God. Whether you are talking money, talent or your time. The question is what do you do with what you have been given?

If you regularly attend Desert Springs, you are probably familiar with today's guest! Seth Tramp joined us in the studio to share about what God has done in his life up until this point. Seth serves as our Middle School Pastor and has been married to his wife Ella for 3 years. We are blessed to have the Tramps as a part of our church family and staff! Seth came on staff at Desert Springs in January of this year and you'll hear as Seth shares that working in full time ministry wasn't always on his radar, but he feels he is now right where God wants him. He was raised in Buckeye and always loved working with his hands and figuring out how things worked. Seth describes that his parents set an incredible example of what a life of service looks like and shared a story about a special needs boy his parents ended up taking in while he was in high school. He also talks about a trip to Africa that gave him a deeper perspective for ministry and serving. While attending NAU Seth made the decision to join the National Guard which Seth still actively serves in. All of these events in Seth's life were leading him to a place of wanting to live a life of purpose. Life took him on some more paths including starting a career in construction, but God had other plans. We appreciate how Seth describes his walk with Christ as being intentional with plans but keeping his hands open to what God might have. We look forward to seeing how God will continue to use Seth in ministry! Want to share your story on The Stories Collective podcast? Email sarah@dscchurch.comWould you please subscribe and leave us a review? This will help our podcast reach more people! We'd love it if you'd share this podcast with your friends on social media and beyond. Join us next Wednesday to hear another story of God's faithfulness!

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For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we're bringing you an encouraging survivor's story from our Mountain Brook community. Kathryn Tortorici will remind you that the Lord knows your days and will equip you for what's next.   Through her struggle with breast cancer, Kathryn says she learned to fully trust—and that it's possible to be full of tears and full of joy.   Plus, you'll love hearing how Kathryn and a friend were diagnosed at the same time. Together, they developed a heart for God and a heart for others.   In this episode you will learn: - Life is like a train track with trials and tribulations as the tracks, but it will take you to a destination. Links: Song: “Do I Trust You” by Twila Paris   Two by Two: Conversations Between Friends Navigating Breast Cancer by Kathryn Tortorici & Nancy Bynon   Listen to a similar story~ Jehan Corbin- Ep. 121: “Jesus Plus Nothing Equals Enough” and Lindy Walker- Ep. 13: “Surrender Her Agenda”   Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Kathryn   Become a Patreon Insider to access bonus content~ including a Where Are They Now with Lauren Beckner- Ep. 109: “Open Hands”   Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible study series   Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for updates!