Every single person on the face of the planet has insecurities, fears, and growth areas. Even the most seemingly confident or put together person is facing battles unseen. So, how do we handle those? What do we do with the things that internally wreck, derail, and debilitate us? What do we do with the things that hold us back? In today’s episode we are delving into how to handle our weaknesses and insecurities, turning them into the very things that strengthen and compel us.
We all want to look the part, but is our fruit genuine? In this episode, we talk about the danger of spiritual imitation and how to recognize the real signs of growth in Christ. We are looking at the difference of presenting versus actually producing the fruit of the Spirit and living it out from a transformed heart. Optical illusion or actual fruit. Let's examine this together.
From our Ask Me Anything segment, today we are tackling whether you should always side with your spouse. In this commonly asked question, we are looking at whether a husband and/or wife always has to take the part of their spouse, show their undying “support,” and just agree with their spouse no matter what. It’s a sticky subject, but we’re untangling it in today’s Ask Me Anything episode!
There is no doubt our lives are consumed with technology and social media, and for many, it's become such an entrenched part of our lives that we don't know what to do without it. In this 2 Part series we are looking at the link between social media, technology and mental health, with a focus on anxiety. In Part 2 we are continuing to delve into the impact social media and technology have on our mental health as well as some ways to combat the negative ramifications of their usage in our lives.
There is no doubt our lives are consumed with technology and social media, and for many, it's become such an entrenched part of our lives that we don't know what to do without it. In this 2 Part series we are looking at the link between social media, technology and mental health, with a focus on anxiety. In Part 1 we are looking at what anxiety is, some statistics around it as well as statistics around the use of technology and social media, and then delving into the impact it has on our mental health.
We live in a world that is full of filters, facades, and fabrications. From social media to AI, there’s so much around us that isn’t real, let alone authentic. In the world of mental health, we’re seeing the desperation for authenticity in this world and the damage from the lack thereof. People want real, but they don’t know how to find it, discern it, or even be it. Today, we are going to dive into how to live an authentic life.
Foundation Restoration is about to hit the 14 year mark as a ministry, and there’s been a lot of reflecting and reminiscing that comes with that. Fourteen years brings a lot of learning and lessons with it, and today is all about sharing that with you. In this episode, I want to share some of the key truths I have learned about ministry, leadership, and venturing out to do something out of the box and out of the boat.
It’s one of the most commonly asked questions I get asked. Does therapy work? Does it really work? Or is it a waste of time and money? In this edition of the Ask Me Anything Segment, I am going to tackle this question thoroughly and highlight 3 key components to what makes or breaks therapy’s effectiveness.
Anxiety. Everyone experiences it at one time or another, but for some, it’s a debilitating and very real part of their everyday lives. Anxiety can impact people in different ways, but regardless, it tends to grip us in a way that squeezes the very life out of our lives. So, what is anxiety? And how do we deal with it? What is the key to coping with anxiety?
We all have feelings whether we want to admit it or not. Some people want to completely avoid feelings and deny their existence. Others live and die by their feelings. Our world says your feelings are all that matter. The Christian community can tend to repress and discourage feelings. So what’s the answer? Is there a happy medium? Is there a bridge between the extremes? Feelings have their place and their purpose, and in this episode, we’re going to discuss emotional intelligence, acknowledging emotions, and managing emotions.
Do you ever feel like you and your spouse are competing? Like instead of being on your team, your spouse is competing against you? Does it ever seem like your spouse struggles to celebrate, elevate, encourage, support, or otherwise unite with you? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, this podcast is for you as we delve into The Competing Spouse.
Life is full of decisions, responsibilities, roles, and relationships. Every day we face a full day of moving, deciding, functioning, and operating within a million places and spaces, and it’s easy to go through the motions of life without a second thought. It’s easy to focus on the here and now without much thought in what we are doing, let alone WHY we are doing it. I want to challenge you with the importance of knowing your why in everything you do to maximize the impact of your life on you and on others. Knowing your why is the key to stewarding all that God has entrusted in your care well. In Part 3 we are specifically addressing the why in marriages and relationships.
Life is full of decisions, responsibilities, roles, and relationships. Every day we face a full day of moving, deciding, functioning, and operating within a million places and spaces, and it’s easy to go through the motions of life without a second thought. It’s easy to focus on the here and now without much thought in what we are doing, let alone WHY we are doing it. I want to challenge you with the importance of knowing your why in everything you do to maximize the impact of your life on you and on others. Knowing your why is the key to stewarding all that God has entrusted in your care well. In Part 2 we are specifically addressing the why in parenting as well as in our jobs, work, and vocation.
Life is full of decisions, responsibilities, roles, and relationships. Every day we face a full day of moving, deciding, functioning, and operating within a million places and spaces, and it’s easy to go through the motions of life without a second thought. It’s easy to focus on the here and now without much thought in what we are doing, let alone WHY we are doing it. As a new year is underway, I want to challenge you with the importance of knowing your why in everything you do to maximize the impact of your life on you and on others. Knowing your why is 1 of the most important things to know, and we’re going to explore that in today’s episode.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it can be 1 of the toughest times of the year. We have a tendency to be over-extended, overspending, and overwhelmed. On top of that, there are expectations. Expectations from so many different directions and so many different people. Before you know it, the joy of Christmas gets lost in it all. Is this what the most wonderful time of year is about? No, so let’s talk about how we can preserve the joy of Christmas through healthy boundaries.
Let’s talk about communication. In Part 1 we discussed the ultimate purpose of communication is connection rather than merely conveying facts and information. Communication is what breathes life into a relationship and builds that deeper connection. In Part 2 we start to delve into the basics of communication looking at common pitfalls and obstacles to communication in hopes of bridging the gap and overcoming those barriers to facilitate better communication and thus a better connection, and today we are continuing that conversation and wrapping up our communication series
Let’s talk about communication. We are absolutely flooded with information; it comes at us a million miles per hour. It’s not a coincidence though that we live in a world with more info than ever but people are lonelier than ever. Stats show people feel lonelier and more isolated than ever. We’re exposed to more information and messaging than ever before. Everywhere we turn there’s more information coming at us. But communication is not just about being informed. Communication is about connection, so let’s dive in.
Do you feel it? The weight of the world with everything that’s going on around us? The past several years with COVID took a huge toll on people, which is why we saw huge spikes in relational, mental, emotional, and physical issues. Mental health became a major issue, and every negative stat spiked significantly as people dealt with the unprecedented challenges. As we have resumed a new normal coming out of that, we have been faced with so many major issues and challenges worldwide including the current war in Israel. It can feel like we’re drowning in disasters, pain, and just the weight of the world. Today, I want to talk about handling the heaviness of these major things out of our control but impacting our lives.
