Podcasts about prayer gratitude

This week we are studying Anxiously Engaged in a Good Cause 58-59 in Come, Follow Me. Here's what to look forward to in this episode: ZION IS NOT A PLACE NOT YET TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER A TASTE OF EDEN Principle of Prayer: Gratitude prayers lead to rejoicing (Doctrine and Covenants 59:7, 14) Sometime this week, pray a prayer of only things you are grateful for. We love studying with you! Grace and David You will find the word of the week, teaching tips, and more in our newsletter. Sign up here: www.dontmissthisstudy.com Videos can be found on YouTube: Don't Miss This Grace Freeman Instagram: @thisweeksgrace David Butler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavebutler/ Instagram: @mrdavebutler Come, Follow Me is a resource offered by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is designed to be used in the home to support personal and family scripture study to build faith in Heavenly Father and His plan of salvation and in the Savior Jesus Christ and His Atonement. Come, Follow Me is self-contained and adequate, when used properly. Products and materials designed to supplement this resource, though they may be helpful in some instances, are not necessary for a successful home study program. Don't Miss This Team hello@dontmissthisstudy.com

5 Trillion Dollars of Unregulated Spending!! Need we say more? “but D.O.G.E. is unelected!” They work at the behest of the head of the executive branch you dolt!Kingsplaining Podcast Show NotesDate: Recorded prior to February 22, 2025 (exact date not specified in transcript)Hosts: The Philosopher King (Ivory Tower) and The Strong One (Iron King)Website: kingsplaining.com | kingsplaining.substack.comDuration: Approximately 1 hour and 56 minutesIntroduction (00:00:00 - 00:01:01)* Opening discussion on free speech as a supposed catalyst for dictatorship, challenged by the hosts as a flawed leap in logic.* Critique of the "stupid cattle" (general population) narrative, suggesting people latch onto ideas without reasoning.Welcome to Kingsplaining Podcast (00:01:01 - 00:02:53)* Hosts introduce themselves as the "two kings of the Rube Empire," self-described right-wing extremists, supernaturalists, and Christian bigots.* Philosopher King shares an epiphany: if Florida didn't exist, The Strong One might live in Texas, praising Texas after a recent trip to Houston and Austin.* Light-hearted banter about Black History Month.Sports Talk: Hockey vs. NBA (00:02:53 - 00:07:24)* Discussion shifts to sports, contrasting a recent USA vs. Canada hockey game (where Canada booed the U.S. anthem and lost) with the lackluster NBA All-Star game.* Critique of modern NBA players' lack of physicality and camaraderie compared to hockey players' intensity, even in an exhibition tournament.* Mention of declining NBA viewership (down 13% from last year).Canada, Politics, and Cultural Critique (00:07:24 - 00:11:12)* Reflection on Canada's reaction to U.S. tariffs and perceived hypocrisy in shows like Letterkenny.* Speculation on Zelensky's absence from peace talks (noted to be in California) and the Ukraine-Russia conflict as a money-laundering scheme.* Brief tangent on plane crashes and air travel fears tied to DEI and Agenda 2030.Air Travel and Societal Control (00:11:12 - 00:14:54)* Hosts express nervousness about air travel safety, linking it to Agenda 2030's aim to limit movement for environmental reasons.* Comparison to pandemic restrictions and examples of resistance (e.g., England tearing down cameras).* Concerns about future political shifts as 2030 approaches under Trump's administration.Kash Patel and FBI Reform (00:14:54 - 00:20:01)* Discussion of Kash Patel's appointment as FBI Director and hopes for uncovering corruption (e.g., Epstein list, Steele Dossier, JFK assassination).* Skepticism about evidence being destroyed before Patel's arrival.Trump's Cabinet Appointments (00:20:01 - 00:27:28)* Overview of Trump's cabinet picks, including:* Kash Patel (FBI), Pete Hegseth (Defense), RFK Jr. (Health), Tulsi Gabbard (Intelligence), Pam Bondi (Attorney General), Marco Rubio (Secretary of State), Scott Bessent (Treasury), and others.* Critique of cabinet diversity (age, ideology) and specific appointees like Scott Bessent (controversial for personal life) and Lori Chavez-DeRemer (perceived as DEI hire).* Hope for dismantling wasteful programs (e.g., bird flu chicken culls).Elon Musk and Doge (00:27:28 - 00:34:42)* Praise for Elon Musk's achievements (Tesla, SpaceX, X, etc.) and his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), uncovering $5 trillion in wasteful spending.* Anecdote about an Uber driver (ex-Philadelphia cop) dismissing Musk's efforts, countered by examples of absurd government spending (e.g., Sesame Street for Iranians, transgender programs in Guatemala).Age, Respect, and Technology (00:34:42 - 00:47:01)* Debate on respecting elders vs. younger generations' technological superiority (e.g., coding skills).* Critique of boomer resistance to change and midwit mentality (overvaluing credentials, resisting reality).* Examples of generational misunderstandings (e.g., “roll down the window” vs. modern cars).Social Security Fraud Exposed (00:47:01 - 00:51:08)* Discussion of Doge uncovering Social Security fraud: 3.9 million people listed as 130-139 years old, one at 360 years old.* Outrage at media and Democrats defending this as noble rather than corrupt, tying it to 2020 election anomalies.Media and Religious Corruption (00:51:08 - 00:54:54)* Revelation that Christianity Today received government funds, explaining its shift to woke stances (e.g., supporting Hillary Clinton over Trump).* Critique of the Catholic Church and Rick Warren for similar ideological drifts.Trump's Pfizer Gaffe and MAGA Response (00:54:54 - 00:58:35)* Trump's misstep inviting Pfizer's head to the White House, met with boos from MAGA crowd, showing they're not blindly loyal.* Comparison to potential backlash if he endorsed Planned Parenthood.Deborah Birx and COVID Revisionism (00:58:35 - 01:07:28)* Anger at Deborah Birx on Piers Morgan claiming COVID shots weren't meant as vaccines, despite pushing them as such.* Accusation of shifting blame to Fauci (pardoned by Biden) as states prepare lawsuits, with Piers Morgan failing to challenge her due to his own vax advocacy.Germany and Free Speech (01:07:28 - 01:09:55)* Critique of Germany's free speech restrictions, rebutting claims that it led to Nazi rise (noting Hitler suppressed speech).* Sarcastic jab at European views on free speech as evil.Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks (01:09:55 - 01:18:25)* Confusion over Zelensky's absence from peace talks (in California) while Ukraine weakens against Russia.* Assertion that Russia achieved its goals (ports, energy), with U.S. withdrawal under Trump likely forcing Ukraine to yield.* Mockery of unchanging maps and NATO's relevance.Midwits and Delusion (01:19:21 - 01:30:58)* Definition of “midwits”: average intellects who think they're geniuses, blindly following media narratives.* Examples: AOC calling Musk dumb, liberals blaming Trump for unrelated events (e.g., Canadian plane crash).* Contrast with self-aware “dumb” and “smart” people who recognize their limits.Personal Reflection and Morality (01:30:58 - 01:36:28)* Iron King shares a friend's 10-year false rape accusation ordeal, turning him to Jesus.* Lesson: Past moral failures don't negate truth; Christians must boldly uphold it despite personal shortcomings.Final Thoughts (01:36:28 - 01:51:00)* The StwrongOne: Outrage at establishment (e.g., Chuck Schumer) defending wasteful spending while pitying deluded defenders who deny reality, like a cheated spouse refusing to see truth.* Philosopher King: Defers final thought to next week due to time, promises to post on Substack.Closing Verse and Prayer (01:51:43 - 01:56:06)* Verse: Psalm 46:10 – “Be still and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Emphasizes God's inevitable triumph, not just peace.* Prayer: Gratitude for gathering, prayer for a friend's struggling family, and blessings in Jesus' name.* Outro: Encouragement to like, share, subscribe, and tell friends in “Trump's America.” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

In Colossians 4:2, Paul, ordained by the Spirit, wrote to the Church: "Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving." We've learned a lot through the past 7 weeks of Breakthrough Prayer. Many of us have seen it with our own eyes! Many of us are still waiting. Regardless, we must be watchful with thanksgiving. Why is that important? Primarily because God deserves it - and he is still overseeing the direction and answers to those prayers. But gratitude is key because, as Brother David Steindl-Rast notes, “The root of joy is gratefulness…. It is not joy that makes us grateful; it is gratitude that makes us joyful.” It pleases God when we serve him with obedience and joy! Listen in to this great conversation - and a clue to the next series!. ▶️ Nate's Message on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roswellgrace8562/videos

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Mental Health is an issue in today's world. What are things we can do to take back control and influence our health, our mindset, and our immunity. Today we will explore the science and observations behind prayer, gratitude, and meditation along with some stories and experiences. In This Session We Will Discuss: ·      What made you curious about this topic? ·      Can you share some stories of people who know or you have met that benefited from prayer? ·      Is there a science behind prayer and what have you learned about that?  ·      During your breast cancer journey you learned about a healing ministry and healing churches that have been around almost 100 years. What did you learn about this? ·      You mentioned that you did a 21-day prayer and fast with 5 friends to help with your cancer. Can you share what you have learned about the reasons people fast and why it could be beneficial? We know that people should always work with their doctors as they decide which way to turn and how to proceed through their diagnosis. ·      Is there a science behind Gratitude? In other words, what body changes does someone experience when they practice gratitude? ·      You spoke in an earlier show about Coherence and Clarity to rebuild optimal immunity. During that show you referenced Dr. Joe Dispenza and shared the science they are doing with Meditation. Is there anything else you can share with us today about the science of meditation? To get a free PDF version of the book 31 Days of Inspiration Faith vs. Fear: The First 31 Days of a Cancer Diagnosis go to www.bettynorlin.com/31Days to download your copy.

Have you ever felt paralyzed by worry, unable to seize new opportunities? Reflecting on a heartfelt conversation with a close friend, Stephanie uncovers how worry and anxiety can become a major distraction in our lives. In this episode of Giving Your Best Life, we delve into the power of prayer and gratitude as tools to combat anxiety. Inspired by a specific Bible verse, we emphasize the importance of bringing all our concerns to God. By sharing practices such as maintaining a prayer and gratitude journal, we build a close relationship with Christ and tackle common worries through faith. I also address the deceptive nature of worry and the importance of resisting the devil by staying strong in faith. Join me in building a strong foundation in faith, overcoming life's challenges, and experiencing the transformative power of collective prayer. Let's stand together and cast all our anxieties on God.Bible verses mentioned: Matthew 6:25-34, 1 Peter 5:7, and Philippians 4:67Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 The One Thing: Prayer + gratitude = joy.

Episode 61 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything!  This week we're joined by Josh Huisman, back again for our Second Annual Christmas Episode! Tune in as we talk Prayer, Gratitude, and Finding Hope this Christmas Season!  Let us know in the comments what YOU want to hear about next!  About our Guest:  Josh Huisman is the Senior Pastor of New Hope Community Church, a growing, generous body of believers who are committed to help people find hope in Jesus Christ. Josh has a passion for creativity, and in addition to his role as a Senior Pastor, he is a singer-songwriter who has released multiple music projects. In fact, it is not uncommon for Josh to use music, drama, and humor in his Pastoral messages.  He recently launched JoshHuisman.com, a place where you can read weekly devotions and listen to his music releases. The latest being a Christmas project from New Hope Community Church entitled ‘O Holy Night,' which includes a song written by Josh called ‘What Christmas Means.'  Josh and his wife, Sarah, and their children Tyler, Jordan, Mary Beth, and Alyssa make their home in Nolensville, TN.  You can Listen to the Christmas EP mentioned in this episode at the following link: https://aholynight.hearnow.com  Follow and contact: Instagram/Twitter: @johuismusic josh@newhopechurchtn.org www.joshhuisman.com   'The Hitstreak' Sponsored by RAC Financial Intro Produced by Jim McCarthy Show Music Produced by Charles Henry & Ace Young Special Thanks to the Hitlab Creative Team

This week Marcos Leon and a group of Faithwalkers continue a series of conversations about prayer. Today the topic centered on gratitude. The group is following the book: Joyful Journey: Listening to Immanuel by E James Wilder, Anna Kang, John Loppnow, Sungshim Loppnow. This conversation was originally recorded in August of 2022.

Is prayer an important part of your life- Listen to this lesson to begin a study of prayer. Learn about different kinds of prayer including bullet prayers throughout the day when people or circumstances come to your mind. See the importance of keeping short accounts with God so you are always ready to pray. Hear twelve principles on how to give thanks for the people in your life based on the Apostle Paul's detailed prayers.

Is prayer an important part of your life? Listen to this lesson to begin a study of prayer. Learn about different kinds of prayer including bullet prayers throughout the day when people or circumstances come to your mind. See the importance of keeping short accounts with God so you are always ready to pray. Hear twelve principles on how to give thanks for the people in your life based on the Apostle Paul's detailed prayers.

“Carrying a candle from one little place of shelter to another is an act of love.” – Jan Sutch Picard “Emptiness inside of many hearts from losing valuable souls, from LUPUS and other illnesses. Sending light, love, and hope to all”! By Kathy Beverlee Hall, Chi Ori Publishing Company Llc. Candlelight Virtual Vigil Event Feb. 9th, 2022 ~F9Y~ Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/candlelight-virtual-vigil-f9y 9 years of celebration and remembrance of loved ones we've lost having Lupus. NO, CURE YET! Please, come join our cause to pay homage to "Lupus Ancestors" that have lost their lives. Lite, Post & Pray for a cure on: Feb. 9, 2022: F9Y 1st Prayer: “We pray for all the lives lost from Lupus and others, which has been an incurable disease. We ask for all victims who suffered from Lupus and any other chronic illness to forever Rest In Heavenly Peace”. Thanks be to Almighty GOD! 2nd Prayer: “Gratitude for all supporters” Blessing to all mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, and all friends to family members who have supported their loved ones throughout Lupus & other chronic illnesses. May your efforts never go forgotten. Sending unconditional love & gratitude By Kathy Beverlee Hall, Ambassador of Lupus Awareness & Cultural Diversity Chief Yeye Lodo Oshun~Chi Ori~ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/chi-ori-publishing/message

Prayer: Gratitude

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This week Pastor Daniel Park wraps up our 21 Days of Prayer & Gratitude series with this message.

This week Pastor Dave Waite continues our 21 Days of Prayer & Gratitude series with this message.

This week Pastor Eric Peoples continues our 21 Days of Prayer & Gratitude series with this message.

This week Pastor Eric Peoples continues our 21 Days of Prayer & Gratitude series with this message.

This past Wednesday, I was horrified as I watched on TV US citizens storming the capitol. These individuals destroyed and stole property, attacked authorities, broke onto the senate and house floors, and occupied offices. I thought to myself, “I can’t believe what I am seeing!” I never thought I would see the day when citizens of this country would storm the US Capitol to try and stop a lawful procedure. Something in this country has changed. There has been a shift. Then I noticed something else. At first, I looked past it. But then I say it. The flags. The flags and banners came to the forefront of my view. The rioters carried flags and banners. Many of the flags were the US flag hung upside down. Others carried flags that featured President Trump’s name and image. But in this crowd of rioters, there were several who carried flags that bore another name. And that name was Jesus. The name of Jesus was on Capitol steps. The name of Jesus was climbing over the barricade. The name of Jesus was knocking down the Capitol doors. Some of these people were doing these things in the name of Jesus. So this raises some questions. Does Jesus approve of this protest? Does Jesus approve of this insurrection? Or the question this message and the next will try to answer Is it okay for a Christian to overthrow his country? Today we will begin to answer that question – is it okay for a Christian to overthrow his country? And in answering this question, we will learn our number one priority to our government.   Let’s Pray Open your Bible to 1 Timothy 2 Our First Responsibility In 1st Timothy, Paul lays out our first responsibility to our community and to our leaders. What could it be? Let’s read the passage: Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, 2 for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence. The Bible is very clear. Our first responsibility toward all humans is to pray for them. Paul uses three general terms to cover the idea of prayer. Supplication – which is to ask Prayers – which is to communicate with God Intercessions – which is to ask on behalf of someone Sometimes the Word is making a distinction within a list. Here I think the Word is using three ways to say the same thing for emphasis. There is a fourth term that is a bit different from the first three – “Giving Thanks” Two things immediately stand out. Paul does tell us who to pray for – everyone and especially our leaders. Initially, Paul does not tell us what to pray. He only tells us to pray. I say initially because I do think a verse later he gives us what we can pray. So what would a first-century believer pray for on behalf of all men? What do you pray for today? Health needs Work and financial needs Family struggles Marriage struggle When you pray for leadership – for the president, for the governor, what do you pray? Protection Policies Moral behavior The early church father, Tertullian, helps us understand what 1st-century believers may have prayed. He writes, “We pray for all the emperors, that God may grant them long life, a secure government, a prosperous family, vigorous troops, a faithful senate, an obedient people; that the whole world may be in peace; and that God may grant, both to Caesar and to every man, the accomplishment of their just desires.” It is one thing to pray for someone. It is another thing to give thanks for them. You probably know 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. That means we give thanks for the people and circumstances we like AND for the people and circumstances, we do not like. Why does God want us to give thanks for all men and all leaders? Why even would God want us to pray for all men and all leaders? When you sincerely pray for someone and give thanks for someone – if that someone is someone who you do not like – your prayers and gratitude for that person keep bitterness away. Gratitude keeps bitterness away. It’s easy to pray for the people you love. It’s easy to pray for the folks you agree with. But what about the person who has hurt you? What about the person who has wronged you? What about the leader who upsets you or disturbs you, or disgusts you? That is not so easy. When you pray and give thanks, God can use that to keep you from becoming bitter. I also think God is doing something with what He is asking us to do. Ask for their needs Pray in general for them Pray specifically on their behalf Then give thanks for them Think about that person you are very angry with. Think about that person who you do not want to pray for. If all you had to do was pray for them then your prayers might be what theologians call Imprecatory Prayers. What are Imprecatory Prayers? Well, the Book of Psalms has several Imprecatory Psalms. David wrote them while he was on the run. Imprecatory Psalms are psalms when David asked God to judge, bring down curses, and calamity upon his enemies. So yours might sound like this: “Dear God, rain down fire on my ex-husband” “Heavenly Father, strike my teenage daughter’s tongue!” It’s hard to call upon God to curse someone when you must follow that prayer up with words of gratitude. “Dear God, strike Joe dead! But thanks for the two kids he gave me” doesn’t ring true. Prayer + Gratitude does not equal Bitterness. Prayer + Gratitude gives you a look into the heart of God. Jesus says in the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5:43-45 43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, 45 that you may be sons of your Father in heaven; for He makes His sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust. There are people in your life who have hurt you. Pray for them and find a way to give thanks. Even here in this church, there is probably someone who has disappointed you and you struggle to pray for them. They have wronged you and you omit them from your prayer list. They have hurt you and you want God to hurt them back. God asks you to pray for them and to give thanks. Do not let bitterness set in. Do not let your prayers become a weapon.   No one has been wronged more than God. And He blesses even the worst of humanity. When you pray and give thanks for all men then you get a glimpse into the heart of God. You live our life on earth as God lives in heaven. Responsibility to Our Leaders Let’s talk about our responsibility toward our rulers. Our first responsibility as a citizen of this country is to pray for and give thanks for our rulers. Think about the situation in Rome and what we have here in the U.S. We have something that the Roman citizen did not have. We have the vote. The great civil rights leader, The Honorable John Lewis, once said, “Voting is the most powerful non-violent tool we have.” The ability to vote is powerful but I respectfully disagree with Mr. Lewis. The most powerful non-violent tool we have is prayer. Every believer in every situation has the ability and opportunity to pray. In the U.S. we have the vote and prayer. But a believer in North Korea does not have the vote. But they do have prayer. I said earlier in this message that Paul does not initially tell us what to pray only that we should pray. But in 1 Timothy 2:3-4 he does give us one thing we should always pray for on behalf of all men, especially our leaders. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, 4 who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. The one thing we should always pray for when we pray for all men and our leaders is for their salvation. Over the years and over the presidents, my prayers have been varied. A few have even been Imprecatory. But the most consistent thing I have prayed for in regard to our leaders has been for their salvation. I pray even today that President Trump repents of his sin and turns to Christ for salvation. I have prayed similar prayers for almost every president. If we want true change in our country, true change will only come when our leaders believe on Christ. Not until then. So we should pray for their salvation. Why Should We Pray? We’re almost done. But I have held back the best part of this passage – the ultimate WHY WE SHOULD PRAY. This is found in the second part of verse 2. Our first responsibility is to pray and give thanks. Why should we do that? ...that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence We pray for all men. We pray for rulers. We pray for their needs and their salvation. Why? So they will leave us alone. So we can lead a quiet, peaceable life. So we can raise our kids, do our jobs, worship our God without them interfering. Isn’t that what you want? Don’t you want the government to do its job to do and leave you alone? Yes, but you’re thinking, “I already have that.” But you’re looking at this verse through western eyes. Think about the Christian family in North Korea, or Egypt, or Iran. They just want to live a quiet life. They want to raise their kids. Go about their work. Worship the Savior without the threat of some leader kicking down their door and dragging them off to prison because they love Jesus. Think about the people who originally received and read 1 Timothy. In the recent newsletter, I told you to try and determine who the emperor was at the time Paul wrote 1 Timothy. The answer is Nero. What do we know about Nero? He covered Christians in pitch, hung them on poles, and set them on fire to use as torches in his garden. Nero murdered his mother, his aunt, his first wife Octavia (who was also his step-sister) and murdered his second wife by kicking her to death (She was pregnant at the time.) He then married two different men. The first he castrated and the second looked so much like his second wife that Nero dressed this man up in his second wife’s clothes and called him by his dead wife’s name. And he burned Rome down and then blamed it on Christians. This led to the empire-wide persecution of believers. But Paul in 1 Timothy 2:1-4 says we are to give thanks for and pray for him. If Paul can pray for Nero, you can pray for ___________________. Next Sunday we will have a guest speaker, Pastor Matt Robinson. When I return on the 24th we will continue to answer the question, Is it okay for Christians to overthrow their country? But today you learned that your first responsibility is to pray for all men, especially your leaders, and to give thanks for them.

This week Pastor Eric Peoples kicks off our 21 Days of Prayer & Gratitude series with this message.

Prayers by: Angel Weesner, Iris Giguere, Michael Younkin, Tiara Walker, Adam Dean, Cynthia Peek

The3rd pillar of the Pure Joy Method Can you believe it? Mindset is STILL the #1 way to change and SUCCEED!  This is the Pure Joy Method's 3rd pillar in our 3 pillar structure for our Lovecamp (4-Week Keto Gone Green Coaching Program) because if we can incorporate mindfulness practices, journaling, meditating, exercise, intermittent fasting we can begin to switch our mindset YOU ARE WORTHY and WORTH IT! IF we eat when we are stressed, digestion is not optimized, and we can't digest properly. So even when you are eating the cleanest diet, if you are under stress (not mindful) you won't be fully  healthy (this leads to nutrient deficiencies, raised cortisol, ages you quicker, gain weight around the belly. etc,)  Leaky gut - cortisol connection  Relationships change Changing your health requires patience and dedication in order to fully transform. This is not an overnight fix! There is no magic pill.  PRAYER/GRATITUDE practice before eating (drink it in with your eyes first.  STOP AND PAUSE for 1 minute before taking your first bite (a great time to take your digestive enzymes) EAT, BREATHE and CHEW ONLY...No tv, phones, magazines, etc. MEDITATION: How this practice can stay with you throughout the day. From the book Mindfulness by Mark Williams and Danny Penman: “Numerous psychological studies have shown that regular meditators are happier and more contented than average.' These are not just important results in themselves but have huge medical significance, as such positive emotions are linked to a longer and healthier life.2 • Anxiety, depression and irritability all decrease with regular sessions of meditation.3Memory also improves, reaction times become faster and mental and physical stamina increase.4 o Regular meditators enjoy better and more fulfilling relationships.' o Studies worldwide have found that meditation reduces the key indicators of chronic stress, including hypertension.' • Meditation has also been found to be effective in reducing the impact of serious conditions, such as chronic pain' and cancer,' and can even help to relieve drug and alcohol dependence. 9 Studies have now shown that meditation bolsters the immune system and thus helps to fight off colds, flu and other diseases” To practice…. We are going to do 1-minute together.Sit comfortably, focus on your breath in and out your nose, maybe roll your eyes towards the center-3rd eye, then just be silent and breathe… If thoughts come up, just notice them and go back to your breath (no judgment). SET TIMER NOW. When we finish… what do you notice? Do you want to go longer? Do you feel a tiny bit calmer? 2ND FOOD MEDITATION PRACTICE...The chocolate meditation….dark chocolate, you and nothing else…(Elaina explains) Books and Apps:  Books-Mindful, The 4 agreements, Mindfulness, 10% Happier by Sam Harris, nonviolent communication, Untethered Soul (Michael Singer), The Art of Living, Radical Acceptance (Tara Brach)  Apps: Insight timer, youtube, headspace COUNT to 30 OR WAIT for 10 minutes JOURNALING NOTICING AND REPLACING- practice noticing negative thoughts or words around your food choices or your body/looks. When we catch ourselves saying something unsavory, without judgment, just notice it, then replace that thought with something believable (might just be something as simple as I can have that later or my skin looks amazing)  EXERCISE AND MOVEMENT- could be cardio or as simple as stretching and feeling your body inside and also with your hands. BODY SCAN- How do I FEEL? My eyes, my lips, my cheeks, my head, my neck, my shoulders, all the way down to your toes. AM I HUNGRY? Ask yourself this question… If no, then what is this sensation and is there something other than food that I can replace it with? Talking to a friend, a walk, some pushups or lunges, a bath or sauna, a drive or errand???? Benefits of Mindful Eating Learn to eat when you're hungry, and stop when you're sated. Learn to really taste the food, and to enjoy the taste of healthy food. You slowly start to realize that unhealthy food isn't as tasty as you thought, nor does it make you feel good anymore. Lose weight effortlessly  if you're overweight. Begin to sort through the emotional issues you have around food and eating. This takes a bit longer, but it's important. Social overeating becomes less of a problem — you can eat mindfully while socializing, with practice, and not overeat, having an experience of getting filled up with social connections Begin to enjoy your eating experience more, and as a result, enjoy life more. A mindfulness ritual you can look forward to. How food affects your mood and energy throughout the day.  Become more intuitive with what your body needs, listening to its signs What food best fuels your life (fitness, work, play) With these 3 pillars in place, we've seen such a high rate of success with our clients. 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As promised, this week’s podcast begins a series on the Protocols of Prayer, taken from a message by Evangelist Harold Vaughn. Join him now in the 100th Psalm for protocol number 1: Gratitude.To leave a question or testimony recorded in your own voice, please call our messaging service at (262) 355-THEE. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining the Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

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Today we answer your questions about what routines we do each day and how they have shaped our marriage, how to find a therapist or a counselor, and how to process big choices in marriage together.   Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer your questions about how the enneagram helps in our marriage, what to do if you think your partner is cheating on you and our thoughts on regretting premarital sex.   Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer your questions about creating boundaries around friendships with past sexual partners, resolving conflict in marriage and how to improve communication.   Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer your questions about hygiene and intimacy, what to do when you don’t respect your partner and how to calm your mind and stay focused in conversations.     Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer your questions about what to do when you don’t have the marriage that you want, and how to change the pattern of having sex just once a year.   Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer your questions about how to navigate a partner who is not initiating sex and what happens when you lose your friends after moving away.   Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we dive into how to manage boundaries with in-laws, what to do if you doubt your relationship, how to deal with a changing spouse, where we are with the app and so much more!!   Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today Seth and I talk about our favorite audiobooks for growing self confidence, how to deal with a sensitive partner, and the impact that sarcasm has on a relationship!     Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today Seth and I talk about the importance of learning to go through conflict without causing harm to your partner as well as how to help your spouse get out of a victim mentality, and what to do when your partner is always apologizing.   Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude! Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we talk about the importance of examining the knee jerk reaction of avoiding conflict and we also dive deeper into gender roles.    Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude! Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we talk about the importance of respecting the choices of others around finances even if we disagree with them, how to navigate gender expectations in marriage and more!     Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we talk about the importance of healing from past hurt in your marriage, how to manage enneagram differences in relationships, and what to do when the mother-in-law won’t let you help in the kitchen!     Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer your questions about in-law drama and conflict, how the idea of ‘boys don’t cry’ can negatively impact relationships and how to begin using the Enneagram for personal growth and development.     Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer your questions about how to handle the fears that arise when your partner finds other people attractive.       Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer your questions about the impact that shame can have on a relationship and what steps you can take to stop the shame cycle, we also talk about routines and differences in your marriage and how to navigate it all!     Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we talk about the steps that it takes to stop the cycle of criticism in marriage and to begin healing from the destructive pattern of criticism.       Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we talk about what to do when your partner is afraid of you, how to deal with Family Of Origin differences during conflict in your marriage and so much more!     Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer your questions about the impact that Enneagram types have on marriage, following your dreams as an individual in marriage, parenting resources, and helping a partner through tough times.      Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we talk about the steps to take to help get your partner more involved in your marriage and what to do if you just aren’t that into sex.     Start each day intentionally with Prayer & Gratitude!   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer your questions about how to help a partner with depression, tools and resources for self-reparenting, how to prioritize your partner over your kids and so much more!   Start each day off on the right foot with Prayer & Gratitude   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we answer lots of listener questions about how to improve Sex & Intimacy, Mother-in-law drama, Enneagram couples help and more.   Start each day off on the right foot with Prayer & Gratitude   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Today we introduce our brand new 100 day challenge titled 100 Days Of Q&As, where we answer y’alls questions live for 100 days straight!! Today we answered questions about how to help your partner engage more with your kids and the importance of intentional time and presence with your family!   Start each day off on the right foot with Prayer & Gratitude   Today’s show was brought to you by Audible, get your FREE Audiobook when you visit http://audibletrial.com/anatomyofmarriage

Episode 6 * Prayer * Gratitude #rabbi_brian_af

Episode 6 * Prayer * Gratitude #rabbi_brian_af

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