In this episode Kevin and Paul discuss the importance of remaining present in relationships, the role distractions play in replacing connection with disconnection, and why we are so susceptible to living distracted lives.

Podcast Music written and produced by Cheyenne Medders: Cheyenne Medders Official

Mentions & Resources:

• Ephesians 4 Study Guide

• First read Ephesians 3:16-21 - note that the basis for chapter 4 is a deep knowledge of the love of Christ.

• As you read through Ephesians 4:1-24, consider this: We are hurt because of people, but God uses people to heal us. How have you found this to be true?
• Notice in 4:7, 4:11-12, and 4:16, how the unity of the Body is found in a diversity of gifts. Consider how each person has need of other people who use their gifts to build up the Body. Ask yourself, "how has God limited me so that I have need of Himself and others?"

• The goal of the gifts in chapter 4 is maturity and fullness in Christ. As you read through the chapter, what does maturity look like to you?

• WellSpring Process Groups: WellSpring: Process Groups | Facebook

(Online groups for participants to process their experiences in a safe and healing environment).

• Dr. Shelby's counseling: Renew Christian Counseling (renewmystory.com)

• Harding University Professional Counseling Program: https://www.harding.edu/academics/colleges-departments/education/graduate-programs/mental-health-wellness-programs/clinical-mental-health-counseling#

• Celebrate Recovery (find a group): Celebrate Recovery Locator Map (crgroups.info)

• Contemplative Prayer Initiative through the Siburt Institute: Contemplative Ministers' Initiative | Siburt Institute for Church Ministry