"Fear Dance," the four-step pattern of relational and emotional response originating from hurt. The steps are sequentially identified as "You Hurt," "You Want," "You Fear," and "You React," explaining how relational pain leads to various "wants," which, when threatened, result in specific fears. These fears, rooted primarily in the desire for connection and control, ultimately trigger various reactions that often damage relationships, such as the pattern of Defend – Attack – Retreat.&nb...
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"Fear Dance," the four-step pattern of relational and emotional response originating from hurt. The steps are sequentially identified as "You Hurt," "You Want," "You Fear," and "You React," explaining how relational pain leads to various "wants," which, when threatened, result in specific fears. These fears, rooted primarily in the desire for connection and control, ultimately trigger various reactions that often damage relationships, such as the pattern of Defend – Attack – Retreat.&nb...
"Fear Dance," the four-step pattern of relational and emotional response originating from hurt. The steps are sequentially identified as "You Hurt," "You Want," "You Fear," and "You React," explaining how relational pain leads to various "wants," which, when threatened, result in specific fears. These fears, rooted primarily in the desire for connection and control, ultimately trigger various reactions that often damage relationships, such as the pattern of Defend – Attack – Retreat.&nb...
“Disappointment isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of a more honest journey.” Healing Through Disappointment • Practices: lament, journaling, community. • The importance of naming our disappointments. • How disappointment can be a catalyst for transformation.
There have been several request that I offer this podcast in my own voice rather than using the interview format that was used for Part-1 and Part-2. This is for those of you who wanted to hear it directly from me.
"Falling to the Top explores the process of emotional and relational healing, by addressing the "Big Feeling" events from one's "family of origin" by revisiting events in sensory, "ground level" detail, which often involves painful emotions like shame or abandonment. Using the analogy of Jesus' journey from Good Friday to Easter Sunday, highlighting a crucial "Saturday" experience—as essential for liberating the "innocent child" we abandoned to survive.
"Falling to the Top explores the process of emotional and relational healing, by addressing the "Big Feeling" events from one's "family of origin" by revisiting events in sensory, "ground level" detail, which often involves painful emotions like shame or abandonment. Using the analogy of Jesus' journey from Good Friday to Easter Sunday, highlighting a crucial "Saturday" experience—as essential for liberating the "innocent child" we abandoned to survive.
Have you ever explored just how Jesus offered healing? Did He do more than heal the sick? Did He address the emotional wounds? This is "Part-2" of a two part conversation with a pastor of over 40 years experience and a passion for Journey Groups. Part-2, is a deep dive into a study of the various methods of healing used by Jesus. This study surprisingly underscores the methods employed in Journey groups. You don't want to miss it.
Have you dreaded the conversation? Wondered what you should say? Well this episode is for you! This is "Part-1" of a two part conversation with a pastor of over 40 years experience and a passion for Journey Groups. You will learn the best steps to take with clarity and examples to follow. And then part-2, is a deep dive into a study of the various methods Jesus used to healed. This study surprisingly underscores the methods employed in Journey groups. You don't want to miss it.
Are you familiar with that voice in your head that beats you up, with messages of contempt, blame, or even hatred? Maybe in a similar way, you’ve actually used your words to make it clear to others how you feel about them, to push them away. Perhaps you’ve even expressed such messages toward God to put distance between yourself and Him. These are relational ruptures that separate us from the deep intimacy we were created to give and receive and they leave us isolated and alo...
Narcissism, Part-1 This episode of Journey Connection is the first of a very interesting two-part series. Part-1 is an interview with Mike Putman about his personal journey “away from narcissism.” Mike talks about what it took for him to recognize that he was a narcissist and how God used the Open Hearts Ministry material and his experiences in Journey Groups bring awareness, change, and freedom into his life by changing the ways he relates to others. Part-2 is a very informative ...
Narcissism, Part-2 This episode of Journey Connection is the second of a very interesting two-part series. Part-1 is an interview with Mike Putman about his personal journey “away from narcissism.” Mike talks about what it took for him to recognize that he was a narcissist and how God used the Open Hearts Ministry material and his experiences in Journey Groups bring awareness, change, and freedom into his life by changing the ways he relates to others. Part-2 is a very informative...
This episode of Journey Connection is the first of a fascinating two-part series interview held with a woman we will be calling “Anne” (to protect her identity), Anne lived immersed in the Muslim culture of the mid-east for over 25 years while serving as a missionary. She shares very eye-opening insights regarding the differences between the Western and Mid-Eastern cultures and how doing Journey Groups in that region of the world brought change and freedom to so many. Don't miss part-2!
This episode of Journey Connection is the second part of a fascinating two-part series interview held with a woman we will be calling “Anne” (to protect her identity), Anne lived immersed in the Muslim culture of the mid-east for over 25 years while serving as a missionary. She shares very eye-opening insights regarding the differences between the Western and Mid-Eastern cultures and how doing Journey Groups in that region of the world brought change and freedom to so many.
II. Introduction to Spiritual Warfare Sandy Burdick's "Spiritual Warfare" teaching begins with a personal testimony of a two-year spiritual battle she experienced decades ago, an experience that began with invasive thoughts like "I hate Jesus." This personal struggle led her to Dr. Victor Matthew, a "pioneer" in spiritual warfare, who discipled her on "the truth of who God is, who I am in Christ and how to resist the enemy." This foundational experience shaped her understanding of spir...
true listening stems from a "listening heart" characterized by curiosity, a non-judgmental approach, and holding vision for the other person's well-being. The episode outlines practical tactics for effective listening, such as asking open-ended questions, avoiding immediate advice, and reflecting what is heard, all aimed at keeping the conversational focus on the other individual while stressing the importance of understanding people as complex individuals. Ultimately, a listening heart...
This episode presents a conversation and reflections on the topic of Woundedness by looking at its core, how it shows up, and why it is so hard for to see it in ourselves and the need for connection and community.
This episode features an interview with Pat Keller, the OHM ministry director. She recounts the origins and development of Open Hearts Ministry. Pat describes how her own experience of abuse led to attending a small group with Sandy Burdick and subsequently, with others, developing a 12-week curriculum for groups. The ministry, which started with 20 women, has since grown and spread internationally to over 60 countries. Pat reflects on the life-changing impact of the ministry, the challenges ...
This episode discusses the significance of engaging with others' stories for deeper relationships, explaining that understanding someone's experiences is essential for genuine connection and support. It is emphasized that while there are teachable skills involved, qualities like humility, courage, and curiosity are fundamental to this process, which are fostered through a growing relationship with God. Connection is the ultimate goal of engaging another's story.
This episode features an interview with Sandy Burdick, the founder of Open Hearts Ministry. Sandy shares the origins of the ministry, detailing its start as a women's small group for sexual abuse victims. She explains how the ministry expanded organically, driven by the needs they encountered, eventually including men and addressing broader forms of abuse beyond sexual abuse. Sandy reflects on the challenges and personal costs of leading the ministry for nearly four decades, emphasizing the t...
"Fear Dance," the four-step pattern of relational and emotional response originating from hurt. The steps are sequentially identified as "You Hurt," "You Want," "You Fear," and "You React," explaining how relational pain leads to various "wants," which, when threatened, result in specific fears. These fears, rooted primarily in the desire for connection and control, ultimately trigger various reactions that often damage relationships, such as the pattern of Defend – Attack – Retreat.&nb...
