Podcasts about Vocation

Welcome to The Best of You Every Day. Today's Scripture is: Exodus 31:1–6 Go Deeper: Episode 192: The Work Only Humans Can Do—Why Connection, Vocation, and Meaning Still Matter in a World of AI Episode 53: How to Claim Your Strengths & Thrive at Home & Work Follow Dr. Alison on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralisoncook/?hl=en ⁠Sign up⁠ for Dr. Alison's free weekly email for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dans cet épisode, le père Grégoire Froissart nous parle des vertus morales et nous montre comment sans la grâce de Dieu il est difficile de les acquérir.

In the profession of medicine and the current world where demands on our attention are many and constant. John Hardt, Vice Dean of Professional Formation and Associate Professor of Bioethics at Loyola University of Chicago, is the co-director of the Physician's Vocation Program. The program teaches on virtue, character, and calling in medicine, reflecting on religious themes in medicine through the practices of St. Ignatius. In this TMC seminar, Dr. Hardt discusses the program, which serves as a training ground for attending to God's love for us and his presence in our lives. In so doing, it works to seed the practice of medicine with physicians who have a deep sense of purpose, a joyful spirit, and a commitment to the practice of medicine as an act of service, compassion, and healing.

Wealth and work don't have to compete with your faith—they're meant to be shaped by it. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks how money, ambition, and calling fit under Christ's authority.

From the very beginning, God's intention for humanity was not striving but rest.In this message from our In the Beginning series, we return to the opening pages of Scripture to rediscover what it truly means to be human. Before sin, before achievement, before responsibility, God invites humanity into something foundational: life with Him. Genesis reveals a God who completes creation not with more work, but with rest, declaring the world whole, full, and more than enough.This teaching challenges the story our culture tells us that our worth is found in productivity, independence, or performance. Instead, we see that our first calling as humans is not what we do for God, but how we live with God and with one another in His world. We were created to rest with Him, to trust Him, and to receive grace before we ever earn it.Through the rhythms of creation, the pattern of Sabbath, and the life of Jesus Himself, we are reminded that rest is not an escape. It is an act of trust. It is the place where identity is restored, grace is received, and humanity is made whole again.This message invites us to ask deeper questions woven into the fabric of creation.What are we living fromWhere do we find our worthWhat does it look like to live fully human in God's presenceYou were not created to hustle for God. You were created to be with Him. And in that withness, life begins again.

In this episode of The UpWords Podcast, host Dan Johnson sits down with author and scholar Karen Swallow Prior to explore one of the most pressing questions of our time: What is my calling? Drawing from her new book, You Have a Calling: Finding Your Vocation in the True, Good, and Beautiful, Karen unpacks the difference between calling, vocation, work, and career—and why confusing them can leave us anxious, disillusioned, or stuck.Together they address common myths (like “if you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life”), examine how Scripture frames calling, and talk honestly about seasons of transition, feeling stuck, and how God uses ordinary faithfulness over time. Whether you're a college student, mid‑career professional, or simply wondering what's next, this conversation offers a hopeful and theologically rich path forward.In This Episode, We Discuss:Defining terms: How Karen distinguishes calling, vocation, work, and career, and why clarity here can be freeing.Big cultural myths about calling: Why “follow your passion” and “do what you love and you'll never work” set us up for disappointment.Biblical foundations of calling: Our primary calling to Christ, our multiple secondary callings (family, church, community, gifts), and how these fit together.Work before the fall: How Scripture presents work as part of God's good design—and what it means to be co‑laborers with God in creation.Skills, passions, and reality: Why what you're good at, what you love, and what pays the bills don't always overlap—and how to live wisely in that tension.Mobility and rootedness: The opportunities and hidden costs of a mobile life and career, and what we gain by staying put.Feeling stuck in your calling: Practical guidance for Christians who feel trapped, misaligned, or unsure how their current work fits God's purposes.The church and vocation: How local congregations can better affirm everyday callings—and avoid exploiting people's desire to serve.Gen Z and discernment: Why endless options create anxiety, how social media amplifies pressure, and why Karen loves the phrase “touch grass.”

What does it mean to live out our calling in a world increasingly shaped by technology, efficiency, and automation? In this episode, Dr. Alison explores the deeper meaning of vocation — not simply as a job or career path, but as the unique way each of us is meant to bring care, creativity, and connection into the world. Joined by sociologist Dr. Allison Pugh, professor at Johns Hopkins University and author of The Last Human Job, they reflect on what Dr. Pugh calls “connective labor” — the deeply human work of seeing others and allowing ourselves to be seen. This episode explores: -Why the most important part of vocation has almost nothing to do with your resume -The hidden kind of work you're doing every day-The small moment that can restore dignity in an instant (and why most of us miss it) -The tradeoff nobody talks about: when “more efficient” becomes “less human” -The uncomfortable question technology can't answer for you — and why it matters right now -The choice you still have (even in a system that feels unchangeable) As workplaces change and technologies like AI reshape how we interact, this conversation offers a grounding reminder: while tools may deliver information, they can never replace mutual presence, empathy, and relational connection. More Resources: Follow Dr. Alison on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralisoncook/?hl=en

“Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life” sounds great—but Dr. Tony Evans explains why true satisfaction at work has more to do with motivation than emotion, and how serving God transforms our daily labor.

“Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life” sounds great—but Dr. Tony Evans explains why true satisfaction at work has more to do with motivation than emotion, and how serving God transforms our daily labor.

“What feels like the wrong job or the wrong place may actually be your training ground.”Beyond Ability: Welcome to the Training GroundIn the last episode of the Vocation Traps series, Lisa and Dan explored how our natural abilities are tools for vocation—not the same thing as our calling. In this follow-up conversation, they flip the coin and dive into the moments when our feelings of inadequacy threaten to shut us down. If you've ever wondered, “Did I miss it? Am I in the wrong place? Am I enough for what God's asking of me?” this episode will help you see your current season not as a dead end, but as sacred preparation.Helpful Resources: Download your FREE Vocation Trap Tracker: www.soulmakers.org/bemakedo Discover Your Artist Archetype → Take the Free Quiz at soulmakers.org Download the Full Artist Archetypes Guide for deeper insight: www.soulmakers.org/bemakedo Read the article, Vocation's Unbroken Chain: Biblical Call Stories and theExperience of Vocation by Chris Keeton Becoming Moses - Bible Project Classroom, Carmen ImesConnect & Share: Subscribe to Be. Make. Do. for more in the Vocation Traps series Share this episode with a friend or creative you know Join the conversation on socials using #VocationTrapsPodcast Join our brand new Instagram Broadcast Channel!Be. Make. Do. is going LIVE! on February 10th!Join us Tuesday, February 10th, at 3 pm EST for an exciting, interactive discussion with Dan and Lisa. They'll be wrapping up The Vocation Traps series of the podcast, answering your questions, and hearing from you! Register Here!

Fr. Ben preaches on the importance of one's vocation as the way God has called you to express His love. He also takes the time to reflect on the beauty of religious life and gives interesting statistics on the state of vocations in the United States. Thank you for listening. We'd love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast. You can also follow us YouTube  ⁨@SoulFoodPriest⁩ !

Discover the powerful intersection of faith and vocation through Craig Shugart's decades-long journey from an engineer in India to a pioneering educator in Pakistan. In this episode, Mike Baer and Craig Shughart explore the "paralysis of analysis" facing younger generations and the importance of choosing obedience over data-driven indecision. From navigating radicalization to building a massive private school system in a hostile environment, Craig shares how authentic living and enduring the "role of the cross" create unique opportunities for the Gospel. Join us for a deep dive into missional living, holistic faith, and the rediscovery of business as a primary vehicle for God's glory.Subscribe and hit the bell icon to stay updated with our latest content!Connect with Us:Website: https://thirdpathinitiative.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-as-mission-podcast-with-mike-baer/id1551867793Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Gp5SOOHFggJ67vPA5qxkDLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebaerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdpathinitiativeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thirdpathinitiativeAbout Third Path InitiativeThird Path Initiative exists to equip believers to build sustainable, missional businesses that bring the gospel to the least reached. Through training, storytelling, and practical tools, we mobilize and support Business as Mission practitioners around the world. Thank you for being part of the mission!Don't forget to pick up a copy of Mike Baer's books! Check the link below! ➡️ https://books.by/mike-baer#BusinessAsMission #BAM #MarketplaceCalling

Listen to this week's sermon, Vision: Sent on Co-Mission preached by Rev. Benjamin Kandt from Jeremiah 29:1-14.

Do you ever struggle to leave work… at work? Do you find it hard to be truly present with your family and to find true, deep rest? If you have trouble stopping your work without feeling guilty, something deeper may be going on! The Bible's answer is a healthy rhythm of work and rest that affirms God is the one holding everything together. In this episode, we consider why resting well is just as important as working well.

SummaryIn this episode of the GirdUp Podcast, host Charlie Ungemach engages in a deep conversation with Pastor Ben Sadler about his new book, The Meaningful Life. They explore the rise of pastors writing books, the importance of finding meaning in work, and how secular wisdom can complement Christian faith. The discussion delves into the crisis of meaning in modern society, the significance of vocation, and the role of discernment in reading. They emphasize the four-part story of creation, fall, redemption, and renewal, and how understanding this narrative can provide purpose and direction in life. The episode concludes with practical insights on bringing order to chaos and the eternal significance of our actions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Grit Up Podcast and Guest Introduction03:51 The Rise of Pastors as Authors06:44 Exploring the Meaning of Life09:44 The Role of Viktor Frankl in Understanding Meaning12:39 Using Secular Resources in Christian Life15:45 The Crisis of Meaning in Modern Society18:33 Finding Meaning in Circumstances21:36 The Importance of Identity in Christ24:01 The Narrative of Scripture and Our Purpose27:05 The Tension Between What Is and What Will Be29:56 The Resurrection and Our Future Hope33:11 The Impact of Good Theology on Psychology43:22 The Search for Meaning Beyond Human Reason44:09 Vocation and Its Impact on Meaning45:25 The Crisis of Meaning and the Return to Christianity47:22 Intrinsic Value and the Image of God48:39 The Role of Christians in Addressing Meaning50:46 The Biblical Narrative of Hope and Resurrection52:35 The Disconnect in Christian Understanding54:09 The Depth of the Gospel and Its Implications57:00 Living in Light of Future Perfection01:00:38 Vocation as a Means to Bring Order to Chaos01:02:11 Navigating Small C Callings01:08:15 Recognizing God's Guidance in Our Choices01:18:07 Bringing Order to Chaos as a Vocation01:22:46 charlieungemach-outro (1).mp4Pastor Ben's Links:Book: https://a.co/d/8anv7cuBlog site: www.pastorbensadler.comTime of Grace: https://timeofgrace.org/writer-speaker/pastor-ben-sadler/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pastorbensadlerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bensadler1982/Gird Up Links:https://youtube.com/@girdupministries4911?si=tbCa0SOiluVl8UFxhttps://www.instagram.com/girdup_be_a_man/https://www.girdupministries.com

This week, we share a sermon delivered by Rev. Bill Haley back in 2014 on 1 Corinthians 15. Bill seeks to bring clarity to the Biblical vision of where we will be and what we will be up to after Jesus returns and renews all of creation. Along the way, he mentions a few other sermons that pair well with this topic, and you can find links to those in the shownotes.Related Sermons from Bill:“Jesus Our Pioneer King”“The Resurrection Rewards Revolution”Explore the Full Archive of Bill's Sermonsinthecoracle.org  |  @inthecoracleSupport the showFor the Journey is a resource of the Coracle Center of Formation for Action and is made possible through the generous support of men and women across the globe.

durée : 00:20:54 - Les Nuits de France Culture - par : Mathilde Wagman - En 1985, quelques mois avant sa mort, Jean Cassou racontait à Jacques Bens ses premiers pas dans le domaine des lettres et de la critique d'art, ses souvenirs de Saint-Germain-des-Prés et de Montparnasse des années 1920. Il évoquait aussi ses liens indéfectibles avec l'Espagne. - réalisation : Virginie Mourthé

Dr. Geoff Hsu. Romans 8:18-21

durée : 00:19:53 - Les Nuits de France Culture - par : Mathilde Wagman - Quelques mois avant sa mort, en 1985, Jean Cassou, écrivain, poète, résistant, se confiait au micro de l'écrivain et membre de l'Oulipo, Jacques Bens. Dans cette émission, il était tout particulièrement question d'une notion qui était chère à Jean Cassou, celle de vocation. - réalisation : Virginie Mourthé

Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon of the Diocese of Orange. He is founder of Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry, and host of Empowered by the Spirit.  In this episode, Deacon Steve talks with Fr. Brandon Dang, former director of vocations for the Diocese of Orange, about vocations in this 2020 encore episode.Empowered by the Spirit airs live weekdays at 10:00am and Fridays at 5pmPacific Time go to https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/empowered-by-the-spirit website or download our Spirit Filled Radio App for Android or Apple Devices.APPLE LINK FOR APPGOOGLE PLAY LINK FOR APPArchives of shows from Spirit Filled Radio are available on podcast at https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/empowered-by-the-spirit Support the show

For 16 January 2026, Friday of hte 1st week of Ordinary Time, based on 1 Samuel 8:4-7, 10-22a

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011426.cfmFather Chris Alar, MIC, reflects on the heart of the discernment of every vocation: learning to listen to God. Vocation is not just about priesthood or religious life — it is the unique call God has placed in your life. Marriage, single life, priesthood, religious life — each is holy, each is purposeful, and each is a path to sanctity when lived in prayer and trust.God speaks more often than we realize: through Scripture, the teachings of the Church, the Liturgy, the neighbors He places in our lives, and some of the quiet movements of our hearts. But to hear Him, we must create space for silence. Prayer is not only talking to God; it is letting God speak.Father Chris reminds us that God does not waste a single moment. Even seasons that feel uncertain, temporary, or difficult are part of His providential plan. What matters is the courage to say yes, even when the path involves sacrifice. Fruitfulness — not comfort — is the measure of a life lived for Christ.Every vocation requires trust. Every vocation includes a cross. But every vocation, faithfully lived, becomes a powerful witness of God's mercy, truth, and love in the world.Are we listening when God calls? ★ Support this podcast ★

durée : 00:19:53 - Les Nuits de France Culture - par : Philippe Garbit, Albane Penaranda, Antoine Dhulster - En 1985, le romancier et critique d'art Jean Cassou, qui fut aussi résistant et fondateur du Musée d'art moderne de la ville de Paris, s'entretenait avec Jacques Bens. Il évoquait la naissance de sa vocation d'écrivain et sa curiosité insatiable pour la création artisitique. - réalisation : Virginie Mourthé

In this episode, we continue our “Letting Blessings Flow” series by welcoming longtime Grace Avenue member Kenneth Wolverton. They talk about his life, family, and decades of involvement with the church, then dive into Matthew 3:13–17 (the baptism of Jesus) to explore how God's blessings shape our lives and callings. Throughout the conversation, they reflect on the meaning of baptism, spiritual vocation, and living out faith in everyday life.

This is the book learnings companion to my Mastery book review: I pulled 17 personal takeaways (from ~70 notes) and unpack what they mean in real life. We go from vocation and apprenticeship, to why “not even enlightenment is enough”, to the prepared mind, the dimensional mind, and why tech (especially AI) is collapsing the walls between fields.(00:00) Book learnings (and why you should watch the review first)(00:19) Pen-in-hand reading + 70 notes → 17 key lessons(01:23) Lesson 1: “Mind under the lights of the world” (focus beats distraction)(02:32) Lesson 2: Vocation — the well-employed life(03:55) Lesson 3: “Seed/uniqueness” — and my pushback (life can change you)(05:14) Lesson 4: Ask “how did you get there?” (the invisible chrysalis years)(06:26) Lesson 5: Value over money in apprenticeship (Accenture crucible)(07:30) Lesson 6: Trust the process (and don't mentally quit)(08:12) Lesson 7: Not even enlightenment is enough — pushed to the abyss(09:52) Lesson 8: The “seven deadly realities” + social intelligence undertow(10:14) Lesson 9: The mask vs authenticity (effective… until it breaks)(10:51) Lesson 10: Dimensional mind — creating instead of consuming(11:35) Lesson 11: Serendipity, but with a prepared mind (Pasteur)(12:48) Lesson 12: Think away from the obvious (out-of-the-box production)(13:43) Lesson 13: Manufacture pressure (Edison / Elon-style)(14:33) Lesson 14: Prolonged immersion → creative abstraction (the real crux)(14:57) Lesson 15: Fuse intuition + rationality (higher-level intuition)(15:44) Lesson 16: Mastery equation: time + intense focus + self-awareness(16:25) Lesson 17: Tech/AI connecting fields — become part of it(17:36) Wrap: key favourites + what hit hardestConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcast Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastsValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

How can you bring glory to God in your daily work? Perhaps a good place to start is to focus on being salt and light. But what does that look like? In this podcast, we talk about how to avoid becoming a "diluted disciple." God wants us to stay salty! And he simultaneously is asking us to get out of the salt shaker. When we do that, we get the chance to tell the world a better story about the purpose of life, what has gone wrong with the world, and what salvation looks like!

durée : 00:19:16 - Les Nuits de France Culture - par : Mathilde Wagman - En 1985, un an avant son décès, l'écrivain, le critique d'art Jean Cassou s'entretenait avec Jacques Bens. Il évoquait son parcours de jeune intellectuel dans l'extraordinaire foisonnement artistique et littéraire du Paris de l'entre deux-guerres. - réalisation : Virginie Mourthé

Join us as we explore the profound insights to our divine vocation

Dr. Gene Veith joins Zach for a rich and hope-filled conversation about vocation, ordinary life, and where God is really at work. Gene Veith is an author, longtime professor, and one of the most influential Lutheran thinkers of the last several decades. To access the show notes, visit www.redletterpodcast.com.

durée : 00:20:53 - Les Nuits de France Culture - par : Mathilde Wagman - En 1985, Jacque Bens s'entretenait avec l'écrivain, résistant et critique d'art Jean Cassou. Dans cette première émission, il évoquait ses origines familiales franco-espagnoles, son enfance en Picardie, puis son arrivée à Paris à la veille de la Première guerre mondiale. - réalisation : Virginie Mourthé

Un acteur du monde du foot est l'accusé du soir. Il est ensuite défendu avant le verdict du juge.

When he first sat down behind a set of keys, Julian Davis Reid quickly learned the piano was his voice. The Chicago-based pianist and theologian first found himself in a music class at age 2. He released his fourth album, “Vocation,” in 2025, with plans to bring his tour home to Constellation on Jan. 14. Reid sat down with host Nudia Hernandez to discuss the album and how he found his voice through music. Hear songs from the album performed live in Chicago Public Media's Studio 10 on Vocalo.org. This segment was hosted and produced by Nudia Hernandez. Keep up with Vocalo on Instagram @vocalo and on TikTok @vocalo.radio.

Sometimes, it can feel like there's a chasm between Sunday and Monday. We don't bring the sorrows and joys of our work with us before the Lord in worship, and we don't bring the worship of God out of the sanctuary into the rest of the week either. This special bonus episode is all about how to bridge that gap. Pastor Bill interviews Noah Toly, Katie Roelofs, and Brittany Deyoung about the upcoming Work & Worship Seminar on Jan. 31 and shares how you can be a part of it!

1/7/2026   Happy New Year! At the StoryTellers Live ministry, we are expectant and excited to see what the Lord has in store for 2026, and we're kicking the year off with a beautiful reminder of the Lord's faithful provision.   Kristen Gee, from our community group in Charleston, South Carolina, shares her story of walking through an unexpected and uncertain financial season brought on by the pandemic of 2020.  Throughout her journey, you will hear how the Lord worked on Kristen's heart and faith and ultimately led her into a vocation that gave her purpose in who and how He created her to be. This story will remind you of the importance of resting in God's promises and trusting in His plans, as sometimes He likes to work in surprising ways!   VERSE OF THE WEEK: "Many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the LORD's purpose that prevails." Proverbs 19:21   CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Where are you finding your comfort? Are you finding it in your comfortable life or in God's promises?  ________________________________________________   Listen to a similar story:  Ep 67- Ingram Link: "Releasing Financial Burdens"   The Envy of Eve:  Finding Contentment in A Covetous World by Melissa Kruger   Download a phone background of the weekly verse HERE!    Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Kristen and any of our past storytellers!   Become a Patreon Insider to access more stories from our live gatherings around the country!   Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible Study series~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Are you interested in one-on-one coaching with our very own Robyn Kown!?  Click HERE!   Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website.   Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for updates and details on our live gatherings.

What happens when a man finally stops running from God?In this episode of The Manly Catholic, we sit down with Father Dominic and newly ordained transitional deacon Logan McGahan to discuss something the Church desperately needs more of: real vocations, real obedience, and real surrender to Jesus Christ.This is not a polished or sanitized vocation story. It is raw. It is honest. And it will confront you.Deacon Logan shares his journey from a childhood call to the priesthood, through denial, drugs, alcohol, fear, and distraction, all the way to a decisive moment of prayer where God demanded an answer. Not a vague “maybe someday.” A yes or a no.You will hear what happens when a man stops negotiating with God and finally submits. Peace follows. Not comfort. Not ease. Peace.We also unpack what the transitional diaconate actually is, why priestly formation matters, and how the Church is intentionally forming men who love Jesus, love the sacraments, and are willing to give their lives for souls. This conversation pulls back the curtain on seminary life, discernment, spiritual fatherhood, and the cost of obedience.This episode challenges Catholic men directly. God is still calling. The problem is not a lack of vocations. The problem is men refusing to listen, refusing to sacrifice, and refusing to trust that God's plan is better than their own.If you are a father, this episode matters. If you are raising sons, this episode matters. If you are a man who knows God has been calling you to more and you have been running, this episode is for you.God does not call perfect men. He calls willing men.Push play. Listen closely. And ask yourself the hard question:What is God asking of you that you are still refusing to give?3 Powerful Quotes from the Episode“When I finally said yes, immense peace rushed over me. I knew this was what God wanted.”“God kept calling, and I kept running.”“The people don't want you. They want to see Jesus.”Key Takeaway for MenStop running. Get silent. Go before Jesus in prayer or adoration this week and ask Him plainly what He wants from your life. Then obey. Peace does not come from control. It comes from surrender.

“Ability is not vocation. Abilities are tools for vocation.”Ability Is Not VocationWhat if ability is simply a tool—one that God shapes, deepens, stretches, and even redirects over a lifetime? If you've ever felt pressured to “stay in your lane,” doubted whether you're on the right path, or confused your gift with your calling, this episode will help you breathe again. Discover a more spacious, wise-hearted way of understanding your vocation—one rooted in freedom, not fear.Helpful Resources: Download your FREE Vocation Trap Tracker: www.soulmakers.org/bemakedo Discover Your Artist Archetype → Take the Free Quiz at soulmakers.org Download the Full Artist Archetypes Guide for deeper insight: www.soulmakers.org/bemakedo Read the article, Vocation's Unbroken Chain: Biblical Call Stories and theExperience of Vocation by Chris KeetonConnect & Share: Subscribe to Be. Make. Do. for more in the Vocation Traps series Share this episode with a friend or creative you know Join the conversation on socials using #VocationTrapsPodcast Join our brand new Instagram Broadcast Channel!Be. Make. Do. is going LIVE! on February 10th!Join us Tuesday, February 10th, at 3 pm EST for an exciting, interactive discussion with Dan and Lisa. They'll be wrapping up The Vocation Traps series of the podcast, answering your questions, and hearing from you! Register Here!Up Next: Join us as we explore the flip side of the coin and bust free from feelings of inadequacy.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if you worked for the Lord? In Colossians, Paul says we should work as if we're working for the Lord because ultimately, we are! It isn't just pastors and ministry leaders who have a calling from God. The Bible says that everyone has a calling! But how do you serve God as a plumber, barista, or architect? We break it down in this week's podcast!

Dans cet épisode, le père Grégoire Froissart nous parle de la conscience.

Bro. Andrew Wilson- A sermon preached Wednesday Evening, on December 31, 2025.

When do you know that you're meant to marry someone? How much do you ever really know?? Mike & Alicia Hernon of the Messy Family Project share the story of their friendship, dating, and discernment with loads of wisdom for anyone at any stage of their vocation journey.Send us a text. We can't respond directly, but we're excited to hear what's on your mind!Click here to register for the DBT group from Jan. 20 - March 24, 2026 (MN & WI residents only)Support the showThank you for listening, and a very special thank you to our community of supporters! Visit us online at thiswholelifepodcast.com, and send us an email with your thoughts, questions, or ideas.Follow us on Instagram & FacebookInterested in more faith-filled mental health resources? Check out the Martin Center for IntegrationMusic: "You're Not Alone" by Marie Miller. Used with permission.

Many people find work to be a place of anxiety, stress, burnout, and difficult people. Last week, on the podcast, we learned that God is a worker and gave work to humanity as a gift in paradise. But not many people perceive it as a gift today. Why is that? Sin has damaged God's good gift to us. Although work is not the curse, it is under the curse. In this week's podcast, we look at how to find meaning in the midst of this dynamic.

This week we're introducing you to Pulling the Thread, hosted by writer Elise Loehnen, who explores life's big questions with today's leading thinking, experts and luminaries: Why do we do what we do? How can we understand and love ourselves better? What would it look like to come together and build a more meaningful world? In today's episode we're joined by James Hollis, PhD is a Jungian analyst who is still in private practice in Washington D.C. Hollis started his career as a professor of humanities before a midlife crisis brought him to his knees—and to the Jung Institute in Zurich. The author of 19 books, Hollis is one of the best interpreters of Carl Jung’s work, making it accessible for all of us who want to understand how complexes, archetypes, synchronicities, and the shadow drive our lives. To hear more episode of Pulling the Thread, follow wherever you get your podcasts or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/PullingTheThreadfd MORE FROM JAMES HOLLIS, PhD: Why Good People Do Bad Things: Understanding Our Darker Selves Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life: How to Finally, Really Grow Up A Life of Meaning: Relocating Your Center of Spiritual Gravity The Broken Mirror: Refracted Visions of Ourselves James Hollis’s Website RELATED EPISODES: Connie Zweig, “Embracing the Shadow” Satya Doyle Byock, “Navigating Quarterlife” Terry Real, “Healing Male Depression” Niobe Way, PhD, “The Critical Need for Deep Connection” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're introducing you to Pulling the Thread, hosted by writer Elise Loehnen, who explores life's big questions with today's leading thinking, experts and luminaries: Why do we do what we do? How can we understand and love ourselves better? What would it look like to come together and build a more meaningful world? In today's episode we're joined by James Hollis, PhD is a Jungian analyst who is still in private practice in Washington D.C. Hollis started his career as a professor of humanities before a midlife crisis brought him to his knees—and to the Jung Institute in Zurich. The author of 19 books, Hollis is one of the best interpreters of Carl Jung’s work, making it accessible for all of us who want to understand how complexes, archetypes, synchronicities, and the shadow drive our lives. To hear more episode of Pulling the Thread, follow wherever you get your podcasts or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/PullingTheThreadfd MORE FROM JAMES HOLLIS, PhD: Why Good People Do Bad Things: Understanding Our Darker Selves Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life: How to Finally, Really Grow Up A Life of Meaning: Relocating Your Center of Spiritual Gravity The Broken Mirror: Refracted Visions of Ourselves James Hollis’s Website RELATED EPISODES: Connie Zweig, “Embracing the Shadow” Satya Doyle Byock, “Navigating Quarterlife” Terry Real, “Healing Male Depression” Niobe Way, PhD, “The Critical Need for Deep Connection” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're introducing you to Pulling the Thread, hosted by writer Elise Loehnen, who explores life's big questions with today's leading thinking, experts and luminaries: Why do we do what we do? How can we understand and love ourselves better? What would it look like to come together and build a more meaningful world? In today's episode we're joined by James Hollis, PhD is a Jungian analyst who is still in private practice in Washington D.C. Hollis started his career as a professor of humanities before a midlife crisis brought him to his knees—and to the Jung Institute in Zurich. The author of 19 books, Hollis is one of the best interpreters of Carl Jung’s work, making it accessible for all of us who want to understand how complexes, archetypes, synchronicities, and the shadow drive our lives. To hear more episode of Pulling the Thread, follow wherever you get your podcasts or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/PullingTheThreadfd MORE FROM JAMES HOLLIS, PhD: Why Good People Do Bad Things: Understanding Our Darker Selves Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life: How to Finally, Really Grow Up A Life of Meaning: Relocating Your Center of Spiritual Gravity The Broken Mirror: Refracted Visions of Ourselves James Hollis’s Website RELATED EPISODES: Connie Zweig, “Embracing the Shadow” Satya Doyle Byock, “Navigating Quarterlife” Terry Real, “Healing Male Depression” Niobe Way, PhD, “The Critical Need for Deep Connection” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're introducing you to Pulling the Thread, hosted by writer Elise Loehnen, who explores life's big questions with today's leading thinking, experts and luminaries: Why do we do what we do? How can we understand and love ourselves better? What would it look like to come together and build a more meaningful world? In today's episode we're joined by James Hollis, PhD is a Jungian analyst who is still in private practice in Washington D.C. Hollis started his career as a professor of humanities before a midlife crisis brought him to his knees—and to the Jung Institute in Zurich. The author of 19 books, Hollis is one of the best interpreters of Carl Jung’s work, making it accessible for all of us who want to understand how complexes, archetypes, synchronicities, and the shadow drive our lives. To hear more episode of Pulling the Thread, follow wherever you get your podcasts or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/PullingTheThreadfd MORE FROM JAMES HOLLIS, PhD: Why Good People Do Bad Things: Understanding Our Darker Selves Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life: How to Finally, Really Grow Up A Life of Meaning: Relocating Your Center of Spiritual Gravity The Broken Mirror: Refracted Visions of Ourselves James Hollis’s Website RELATED EPISODES: Connie Zweig, “Embracing the Shadow” Satya Doyle Byock, “Navigating Quarterlife” Terry Real, “Healing Male Depression” Niobe Way, PhD, “The Critical Need for Deep Connection”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're introducing you to Pulling the Thread, hosted by writer Elise Loehnen, who explores life's big questions with today's leading thinking, experts and luminaries: Why do we do what we do? How can we understand and love ourselves better? What would it look like to come together and build a more meaningful world? In today's episode we're joined by James Hollis, PhD is a Jungian analyst who is still in private practice in Washington D.C. Hollis started his career as a professor of humanities before a midlife crisis brought him to his knees—and to the Jung Institute in Zurich. The author of 19 books, Hollis is one of the best interpreters of Carl Jung’s work, making it accessible for all of us who want to understand how complexes, archetypes, synchronicities, and the shadow drive our lives. To hear more episode of Pulling the Thread, follow wherever you get your podcasts or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/PullingTheThreadfd MORE FROM JAMES HOLLIS, PhD: Why Good People Do Bad Things: Understanding Our Darker Selves Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life: How to Finally, Really Grow Up A Life of Meaning: Relocating Your Center of Spiritual Gravity The Broken Mirror: Refracted Visions of Ourselves James Hollis’s Website RELATED EPISODES: Connie Zweig, “Embracing the Shadow” Satya Doyle Byock, “Navigating Quarterlife” Terry Real, “Healing Male Depression” Niobe Way, PhD, “The Critical Need for Deep Connection” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're introducing you to Pulling the Thread, hosted by writer Elise Loehnen, who explores life's big questions with today's leading thinking, experts and luminaries: Why do we do what we do? How can we understand and love ourselves better? What would it look like to come together and build a more meaningful world? In today's episode we're joined by James Hollis, PhD is a Jungian analyst who is still in private practice in Washington D.C. Hollis started his career as a professor of humanities before a midlife crisis brought him to his knees—and to the Jung Institute in Zurich. The author of 19 books, Hollis is one of the best interpreters of Carl Jung’s work, making it accessible for all of us who want to understand how complexes, archetypes, synchronicities, and the shadow drive our lives. To hear more episode of Pulling the Thread, follow wherever you get your podcasts or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/PullingTheThreadfd MORE FROM JAMES HOLLIS, PhD: Why Good People Do Bad Things: Understanding Our Darker Selves Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life: How to Finally, Really Grow Up A Life of Meaning: Relocating Your Center of Spiritual Gravity The Broken Mirror: Refracted Visions of Ourselves James Hollis’s Website RELATED EPISODES: Connie Zweig, “Embracing the Shadow” Satya Doyle Byock, “Navigating Quarterlife” Terry Real, “Healing Male Depression” Niobe Way, PhD, “The Critical Need for Deep Connection”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I know you've felt like, in the past, you've been hesitant to share your true feelings and beliefs. Maybe you didn't want to offend that woman you were pursuing. Or, maybe you didn't want to upset your boss and run the risk of losing your job. Or, maybe you were afraid of what society or social media would say if you shared your true thoughts. My guest today, Father Stephen Gadberry, is familiar with all of that in a way that many of us relate with. As a Catholic priest, US Air Force Veteran, and American Ninja Warrior competitor, he knows how compelling public criticism can become. Today, Father Gadberry and I talk about discipline, what "turning the other cheek," really means, how to handle false accusations, what true accountability actually means, the difference between your "vocation," and "occupation," and how God will speak to all of us. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Introduction 00:22 Masculinity and the Church 01:20 Growing Up Rural and Military 02:20 Has the Church Become Soft? 04:00 Culture, Covid and Truth 05:40 Truth vs Feeling Good 06:50 What Does "Love at All Costs" Mean? 08:20 Learning to Speak Truth Boldly 10:30 Men and Zero-F Attitudes 11:30 Tempering Instincts and Temptations 13:40 Crash and Burn Lessons 15:40 Discipline and "Doing Hard Things" 17:15 Small Things Shape Big Character 18:45 Christian Persecution Today 21:20 Should Christians Fight Back? 23:40 Violence, Duty, and Discernment 25:20 Bold, Relatable Preaching 27:20 Conviction vs Condemnation 30:00 Accountability Done Right 31:40 Guiding Boys and Raising Men 34:10 Real Discipline and Real Consequences 38:50 Guilt, Shame, and Responsibility 41:15 Preaching While Imperfect 45:10 His Calling and Vocation 53:15 Hearing God's Voice 56:30 Silence and Spiritual Clarity 57:50 Real Masculinity and Faith 59:00 Where to Follow Father Stephen  

Fr. Mike highlights the importance of prayer and fasting, instructing us how to fast and empty ourselves to feel our spiritual need for Christ. He also discusses faithfulness in vocations and living out the life God has called you to. Today's readings are from Acts 13, 1 Corinthians 7-8, and Proverbs 28:4-6. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.