Soul Work with Sahn: Recent Episodes
Sonja Pope
Soul Work with Sahn is a podcast that asks the soul hard questions regarding faith, relationships, parenting, love and all the beautiful and treacherous moments we find ourselves in. The topics are derived from the soul, the commentary comes from Sahn, but the solutions come from the scriptures.
Fam, we're back with another one! Question for you: what's stopping you from living loved like you should?! Today we talk about one of the biggest hinderances to your healing and that's self pity. Now wait, hear me out: what if it's self-pity that's got you stuck? No shame, we've all had our moments of feeling down in the dumps but when you KNOW that you're loved, you'll get back up and go after what was meant for you! Don't miss your opportunity to love and be loved! It's time to get free. You ready? Let's work!
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We're back with more soul work as we journey through the reality of living as if we are deeply, truly and unshakably loved. Today's episode is a strong one! We explore rejection and choose to reframe its potency, realizing that since God is as good as He says He is (and IS!) then we can trust Him with every "no" we've ever been thrown. By the end of this episode, you'll be saying thank you for the redirection into your true purpose. Fam, remember this: the one that people refuse, is often the one that God will use. Get up and get back to it, you've been chosen for this! You ready? Let's work!
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We've made it through the end of this season and to culminate the theme we're ending it with a bang! After all that we've explored with living like we're loved, in this episode we receive our marching orders to go on and love others. This is the defining attribute of followers of Jesus: our love for one another. It's what He commands of us and equips us for. Tune in today to review this season's topics, see how love can transform you and be reminded that you are so loved you can love: yourself and others. You ready? Let's work!
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We're getting ready to close out this season of living loved but before I go I wanna drop this love letter off to you: Friend, you are so loved, you can live beyond bitterness. Today's episode we tell the truth about bitterness: how it's much more dangerous than we think, how it tries to rob us of love and how we can overcome it. Tune in today for the encouragement and reminder that what may have broke you does NOT have the final say over you. You are loved, Fam! You can bounce back beyond bitterness! Let's work!
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Fam, this is the episode I've been scared to do all season. On today's episode we'll talk about soul pain: the heartbreak that blindsides you and tries to rob you of the life you dreamed of. What do you do then? Where do you go when your heart is broken? Today we talk 3 truths to seek after your soul's been crushed and how to live loved beyond a broken heart. Whew. I hope you're ready for this one. Let's work!
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Fam, dropping this replay from 2021 as a reminder that in this journey of life, we will eventually become what we love most. While we are healing, searching and navigating our soul work, take a moment to evaluate your desires: they eventually become your identity. In other words, you are what you want and today's episode reminds you of why this matters! You ready? Let's work!
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Fam, this episode is for the strong friend. I'm checking on you myself today with a reminder and some encouragement that you are SO loved, you can continue. You can take the break and rest in the space of grace your soul needs and get your strength up to keep going. I know it can be tough to carry on when it feels like everything around you is crumbling and you're battling chronic overwhelm (whew, Chillleee!). But I've got good news: you're so deeply loved, you don't have to quit before you finish. Let this episode free you from perfectionism and reassure you that you live FROM Love, not FOR it. Let's work!
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Fam, you are so loved you can tell the truth: about you, about what happened and about your future. This is good news! Today’s episode reflects on the impact love has on our souls when we feel safe enough to share who we truly are. We must shine the light on our shadows and when you live like you’re loved, you’re free to do just that. We bring back STORYTIME (sing it with me!), using the familiar passage of the Prodigal Son to remind you that no matter how far you’ve gone, the Father wants you home. You ready? Let’s work!
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When you live loved, you accept the invitation of Jesus to walk in wholeness and live beyond your wounds. You owe it to yourself and those you love to take the path of healing. You can do it, Fam. It's time to make peace with your past and in this episode we take a look at how to do just that. Who are you healed? Want to know? Then let's work!
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Fam, like a flower that blooms only when in the right conditions, when you know that you’re loved you can thrive…and LIVE! In this episode we discuss three of the biggest obstacles keeping you from living your best life and the tools and truth we need to overcome them. Listen up, if you’ve found yourself flustered, frustrated and craving peace–this one’s for you!
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This may be the most important episode I’ve done so far. After the introduction and encouragement of the last 2 episodes it’s time to dive into the foundational work of what this season is all about: you being LOVED. But it’s WHO loves you that matters. How would your life change if you were completely aware of how truly, fully and deeply loved you are–no matter where you’ve been or what you’ve done?! Who would you become when you know you’re loved? Today, we walk through 3 truths about the love of God that will equip you to hold on to your joy and remind you that God’s love for you is strong and sure.
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If you’ve let your resolutions slip by, this episode is just for you! You are graced to start AND finish the year strong, accomplishing what you’ve set your heart to knowing this: you are SO loved you can win your year! It’s possible to overcome what used to overcome you and today we talk the tools and mindset needed to do it. Live loved, Fam. Let’s work!
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Hey Fam! After two long years I'm back. There is so much to share and a whole lot to unpack. BARS! LOL! Ok no but seriously, the time away was filled with introspection and revelation that I'm learning to live out and mandated to share with you. I hope you're ready. Let's WORK!
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What a better time to wrap up season 4 then when we're also saying goodbye to 2021?!
In this episode we walk through the stages of what it takes to make a healthy transition and unpack what do we do once we've reached our destination.
We finally answer the question, "How do you know when it's time to go?" and get to the bottom of the purpose of every transition. No matter where you find yourself in your journey, this episode is for you! You ready? Let's Work!
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Since it's the most wonderful time of the year it's only right that we hit ya with a Christmas episode! We're taking a break from our transition season to bring in the Christmas joy!
In this episode, with an unconventional approach, we look at not just the birth of Jesus but His lifestyle. We examine what it is that He did that made Him the ultimate world-changer He is and how we can imitate that to receive peace and blessings in our own lives. After all, being like Jesus means, well...we gotta BE like Jesus.
If you're looking for encouragement and to get into the Christmas spirit, tap in. You ready? Let's work!
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So you've made it out the middle...and then life hits. What do you do next? Let's talk about it!
We've been making our journey through the process of transition and now we're going to talk about a critical component with any new move: your mindset. How you think affects where you land. And if you plan on going anywhere, you've got to tackle your thoughts.
We discuss a universally known truth--what got you here won't take you there. So we discuss tactics that will help push through old thinking in order to grow into your new!
This starts with healing. If you don't want to waste your transition, this pod is just for you!
You ready? Let's Work!
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So you made the brave decision to leave your past but where do you go now?
Today’s episode talks all about it! We are thick in the process of transition and what it means to move out of one place and into another. Now we've reached what is perceived by many to be the hardest part: the middle. Whew!
How do you manage your middle? What tips and tools are most helpful when you're too far in to turn back, but not close enough to where you know you've got to go?!
Tune in to find out. This one is special.
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Every transition must endure the moment we like the least: saying goodbye. It's awkward and painful. It can be messy and feel unresolved. Yet, without making peace with what we are leaving behind we'll find it nearly impossible to move ahead.
This episode we make space to sit with the discomfort of leaving our comfort zones. We take the time to address the grief that may come with goodbyes and lament a little about what feels like loss. But is it?
This episode is for the courageous seeker. The one who knows there's more beyond where they are now and dares to have the hard conversation (with themselves and others) in order to get there.
It may be hard to say goodbye to yesterday, but doing so makes saying hello to your tomorrow much easier! You've got a future to fight for, Fam--Let's Work!!
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The holidays are here, Fam! And what better way to celebrate than with an episode where we get real and talk about how we can thank God even when life gets tough?!
We discuss 3 (of many) reasons why, no matter what is going on, we can be aware of the everlasting goodness of God and thank Him for who He is and what He's done (and continues to do, HUP!)!
It has been a hard season for most, and yet God is still faithful. He's too loving to ever be unkind. So we can make space for two things to be true at the same time. If there's one thing we've learned in the past 2 years we know that we can grieve AND be grateful. Tune in to hear how and know that you are not alone. Let's Work!
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Fam, how do you know when it's time to go? When was the moment you said to yourself: "I've got to get out of here!"
We're wrestling with these questions and more as we officially kick off season 4 of the SWWS pod! This season we're talking all about transitions. What do you need to get from one place to another and thrive once you arrive?
This episode identifies the first stage of transition as the ache. If you've ever sensed an internal, restless itch; a nagging tension where there once was contentment, perhaps the Lord is using your situation to shift you into purpose.
It may not be comfortable, but what if it were just what you needed to grow into who you are called to be?
Tune in to get tips on how to best navigate, "The Ache". You ready? Let's Work!
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Hey Fam!
Next week we're back to close out the year with Season 4 of the SWWS pod! I cannot wait to share it with you! We're talking all about transitions. It's happening to us and all around us and I want to chop it up! Wherever you are in your journey, join me and let's walk it out together.
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What do you want? It's the question we wrestle with daily. It's the question Jesus asked those who came seeking something more.
Knowing the answer to this can change your life for the better. Not knowing, can have you wandering blindly, wasting years of precious time.
Today we're going to talk truth about desire. We'll discuss why wanting is human and Biblical and how you can reconcile your wants with God's purpose.
If you've been wondering about your wanting, it's time to tap in!
Let's Work!!
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Fam, we've gotta talk about parenting (this is for the caregivers too-you don't have to birth a child to raise one!)? It's likely that nothing will bring you more joy and laughter than parenting. Let's keep that same energy! Nothing will bring you more pain and frustration than parenting. Navigating this truth and finding peace beyond this tension is the task we're taking on today.
We give ourselves permission to fully enjoy parenting when we face all that it comes with. There’s more to it than dope outfits and the pride of having a “mini-me”. What do you do when your kid acts like the “you” you don’t want others to see? How do we manage the growing pains of their teenage years? What will keep our hearts from being embittered when (not if) our darling child disappoints us intentionally? Telling the truth prevents us from being unprepared for the inevitable AND helps us stay in the joy this journey brings.
Parents you ready to be encouraged? You're not in it alone. Let's work!
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This episode is the one and the two! After talking dissecting the dangers of lies in part one, we finish the matter for part two.
We examine the three reasons why we resist the truth in our lives and then dive into the three things we can do to embrace the truth.
This episode is going to help you see the areas where lies have been leaving you in lack but it will also encourage you to embrace the freedom that comes when you walk in Truth.
If this episode blesses you in any way, share it with your friends!
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"Alexa, play 'End of the Road'". Fam! We've had a time this summer haven't we? But we've traded in our flip flops for boots and cozied up with all things pumpkin spice so it's time to say goodbye to SBS. We're wrapping up our Summer Bonus Season with a 2-parter that's going to give what it needs to. We've gotta tell the truth about lies and this episode does just that.
There's lies we tell and then there's lies we love. The ones we can't seem to shake. The ones we find the most comfort in. The ones that are the most harmful. But how can you heal if you don't know what's harming you?
Walking in truth is the cure and the journey. Pt. 1 will explore the dangers and effects of lying and the benefits of what it means to live in truth.
You're going to want to pull up for this one!!
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Fam! We back at it ready to close out this Summer Bonus Season. On this episode, I fill you in on what's up with the break I took, but more importantly, we discuss that ol' ugly monster named fear and equip you with the truth you need to combat it!
Fear is wicked, ain't it? It will terrorize us into paralysis so that we don't become who we're called to be. But fear's ultimate goal is to undermine the strength of God in our lives. It is why the scriptures are filled with the reminder to "fear not". With all the havoc happening it's easier to live in fear than walk in love. But it doesn't have to be.
This episode is for the ones who are having trouble sleeping at night and are met with misery when they wake up. For the ones who sit in their car dreading walking into their house, unsure of what they'll meet inside. For the one who's "last one" to cope with the pain was three times ago.
You need to be reminded of who you are. We all do; so we can be that to each other.
I dropped my very first ebook: “Your Soul is Worth the Work” and I'd love for you to check it out! We’ve also got some dope merch on our new site! Check it out: www.sahnpope.com
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Summer Bonus Season may be winding down but these episodes are still coming in hot! Today we’re bringing back Storytime to illustrate the power of a choice. If you’ve found yourself stuck, frustrated with your current position in life and wondering what God thinks about it, this episode is for you!
We’re talking three truths that’ll help you get unstuck. Sometimes the best thing you can do is bust a move!
Don’t forget I dropped my very first ebook: “Your Soul is Worth the Work” and we’ve got some dope merch on our new site! Check it out: www.sahnpope.com
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Happy Fri-Yay, Fam! Issa celebrate!
We're coming through with the annual birthday episode.
Birthdays have a way of bringing about reflection and evaluation. For the past year and a half I think we've all gained a deeper perspective not just with living life, but HOW we live it.
Simply put: the quality of our life is found in what we believe; because what we believe shapes what we do.
Today we're going to talk about 3 life lessons that have shaped me over the past year and then I want to share 5 habits I try (heavy on the try!) to practice daily as I've found them to be life-giving.
Here's to a fun show of encouragement for your soul. You ready? Let's work!
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Hey Fam, say Fam!!
We're closing out the rest of the summer with some of our best encore episodes and this one is no different! Changing who we are to who we want to be; to who we know we're called to become is no small feat. But just because it's hard doesn't mean it's impossible! There's so much hope to be who God is inviting you to be!
Today's show tackles just that. We take the story of Jesus' favorite: John. We look at his life and the miracle that occurs: shifting him from arrogant, angry elitist, to loving and graceful leader. How'd that happen?? Tune in now to find out!
Sing it with me: S T O R Y T I M E!! IYKYK
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SUMMER BONUS SEASON is going strong! But what's a bonus season without a little reminder of the need for formation?!
Today's episode is one of the most popular episodes of season 2. We're talking about leaving behind the myth of "trying" to live for Jesus and embracing the truth of "training" to be like Him.
If you're ready for the life of truth AND grace that awaits you, go 'head and tap in! No more spirals of guilt and shame. Let's focus to the finish line.
You ready? Let's work!
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Doooo youuuu know what today isssss??! It’s our ANNIVERSARY!!! (shout outs to you if you went back and SANG the first sentence the way you know you should!) Today I'm going to conduct an annual review of the show. I'm sharing our stats and revealing what went well, what went wrong and what are the best lessons learned along the way.
You're going to leave encouraged and be reminded to never, "despise small beginnings". Taking the first step can be scary and hard. But it can also change your life for the better.
If you're starting something new, this episode is just for you. Let's talk shop!
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It’s gettin’ hot in here! But in our quest for natural shade, we gotta learn how to deal with the emotional that gets thrown our way from time to time. We’ve all had it happen: we picked up a big win and somebody, whether friend, stranger or foe, came fresh out the gate with hate.
WHAT WAS THE REASON?!
Imagine being a critic while never creating anything? It’s not supposed to be this way. We’ve all been invited to participate in the move of God and we can’t let a little hate get in the way. In this episode, I’m talking 3 tips that will help you overcome the emotional storm that takes over when you’ve been shaded! Take a breath and tune in now!
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SBS is in full effect and it looks like we just might make it outside this year!
And what a year it's been, right?! With everything that's happened to us, individually and collectively, there's a strong desire to seek comfort to cope from all the chaos and loss we've endured. While there's nothing wrong with comfort itself, on today's episode we explore what happens when we want a life void of effort and only pursue pleasure.
You're going to discover how "ease" can be your worse enemy! If you're looking to combat laziness this summer so you can truly finish 2021 with some wins, you gotta hear this one!
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You ever seen something online that made you mad? So mad you made a comment or post on it with a slick sub or a sharp read? This episode is just about that. Outrage. Why it is that our world is filled with so much vitriol and anger of others, often strangers? What role do followers of Jesus have to play? How will we regain our reputation as lovers and not fighters?
If you’ve ever wondered about why folk are so up in arms, this episode is just for you!
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We BACK, Fam! Summer Bonus Season is in full effect and we jumpin' right out the gate with some goodies!
We're seeing it everywhere. Pastors, singers and influencers in the Christian space are choosing to walk away from their faith through a process called deconstruction. But what is deconstruction; and why are so many people wooed by it? We tackle this and more in today's episode.
If you've ever found yourself frustrated by your faith, questioning God or wrestling with what you believe, this episode is just.for.you! Wherever you are in your journey, tune in now for some encouragement and perspective.
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It's here, Fam, we made it to the end. I present to you: the grand finale!
Today's episode concludes season 3 and in it you'll find a quick summary for each show. Since we know a little repetition never hurt anybody, we take the time to touch on the best takeaways of the season to give you the tools you need to form your soul well! And we share some jokes and stories along the way. Consider this our graduation ceremony, 'cause this ending is really just the beginning. Let's work!
Fam!! After a quick break we are back to our regularly scheduled season! We've been exploring spiritual disciplines and this week we're talking about the one I tried to avoid for as long as I could--fasting. I share a bit of why fasting was so offensive to me during a sensitive time of motherhood but we dive even deeper into what it is, what it's NOT and how, when done with right motive, it'll bless the stew outta you! You're gonna want to hear this one!
What do you think? I'd love to know-- Is fasting still relevant in your life?
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We're revisiting this episode of gold to remember and reflect on the tools we need when we find ourselves in the valley of indecision.
Where do you turn when you're uncertain?
How do you know when and where to go?
In this episode, we’re talking 3 things that can help you find the clarity you need to push through and finish strong. And we discover in Psalm 23 that the flex just might be Biblical (#ThanksJesus)
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Tell Him what you want! You know I had to finish it for us, Fam!
Today we're talking about the power, principles and priority of prayer! Communication is the key to any thriving relationship and it is no different when it comes to our relationship with God.
Prayer is the place where we can be the most honest and still be the most safe. It's in this intimate space that we can turn to God for instruction, comfort and companionship. Seriously...prayer is the best thing ever!
But it's not the easiest discipline to master. Sometimes prayer can be intimidating and even (dare I say) boring. If you've ever found yourself feeling this way, this episode is just for YOU!
I'm dropping three truths that will absolute turn your prayer life upside down! You ready? Let's work!
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After pausing our scheduled program to spend time in the Psalms due to devastating news, we find ourselves in another spiral of grief yet again.
God, where are you? How can this be happening? To use the language of the psalmist: How long, Lord?!
On today's episode we hold space for the hurting and weary. In the moment where we don't know what to do, we do what we know: turn to the Psalms for the language of our souls and we petition our faithful God through a curated liturgy written by Douglas McKelvey.
Listen now to join us in meditation, supplication and love.
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Hey Fam,
What a week we've had, individually and collectively! Even after an episode that talks about our joy and its importance, we've been hit with headline after headline of injustice, pain and grief (RIP DMX!).
So we take this episode to slow down and get back to focus and we use the Psalms to do just that.
If you're looking for encouragement and a moment to meditate in the stillness, this episode is just for YOU!
This week’s episode is an exciting one! We talk all about the importance of actively practicing joy and celebration in our lives. With the times we're living in, what better moment than now to cultivate all the joy your soul can stand?!
We take a moment to reflect on why it is that we don't hear enough about Jesus' joy and how He wants us to have.
This episode is so needed, we had to bring "Storytime with Sahn" back to make the point that Jesus is the God that'll keep the party going in your life!
Email me at hello@soulworkwithsahn.com and tell me what's your definition of a joy-filled day?
"Who you wit?!"
Community is a practice that's good for the soul. It’s the “good and pleasant” that the Psalmist speaks of. It’s the ability to take people from all walks of life and put them on the same path, headed in the same direction. Sound whimsical? Trust me, this.takes.work. But it’s work worth doing!
That’s what we talk about in today’s episode. We conclude our time on the practice of community by exploring 3 truths about it. We end it by briefly exploring the “building blocks” we need to ensure we’re part of a healthy tribe. Friends, it's time to take the (wise) risk, open up and belong.
Who you wit?! The late Bernie Mac was on to something deep when he would often throw this phrase around. Biblically and beyond we understand that who we choose to engage and journey through life with matters.
We are not designed to be alone. Yet the stats are alarming and point to an ever increasing number of people who find themselves without someone to share themselves with.
On today's episode we wax a little poetic in the beginning about trying vs. failing and we continue to affirm the important of practicing our faith. But we dive deep into the first part of building community: combating loneliness.
It got so real we gotta break this one into 2 parts!
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I want to hear your experience with being in a community or enduring loneliness. What's your story?
We live in such a noisy world. From notifications to nightly news, there are familiar sounds we hear that immediately grab our attention. But what about the sound of silence and what could that do for our soul's freedom?
Today we're going to dive into the discipline of silence and solitude: getting away from it all to be with Jesus alone. It's the best thing we can do for our souls. We talk about the benefits and share a plan of how to practice silence so you can get started right away!
Shhhhhh! Let's work!
Are you exhausted? The days are starting to jam together and it feels like the weeks fly by, non-stop? How do you rest? What do you do when you KNOW you need a break?
I've been practicing sabbath for a few months and it's been the game changer I didn't know I needed!
The question isn’t whether or not sabbath is still relevant today. The question is why wouldn’t you practice something that helps you cultivate joy for your soul? Plus, naps=bae!
Today we’re going to go over the 4 tenets that make up the sabbath experience and what my family and I do to embrace this new life practice. If you’re looking for some margin in your life, this one is for you!
We're continuing our journey with the Bible as one of the greatest tools for our spiritual formation and this time we had to dive into the Scriptures themselves! Matthew 4 tells the story of the battle between good and evil when Jesus is tempted by the devil. It.Gets.Real.
Join us as we examine Jesus' response and how we can be ready to fight our own temptations!
It's the most sold book of all time. It's also the most controversial, filled with ideas, truths and stories that are offensive and helpful, strange and soul-saving. There is SO much we can say or think about the Bible. So where do we start? Better yet, how does it form us? This episode dives deep into the 3 tips to optimize the way you read your Bible for the life you want. Let's work!
With the recent developments about Ravi Zacharias coming to light it’s important that we talk about it, not to condemn, but to glean the lessons available.
What's more, the scandals that we’ve seen over the last year from Christian leaders proves that we MUST practice the spiritual disciplines to be formed well.
The days where this could be optional to our faith walk are over. Today we talk three reasons why formation for your soul is needed NOW more than ever before!
Many of us are speeding through life trying to find the hack that will give us what we want, exactly when we want it. We think faster is better. Speed is king, slow is dumb.
But is it? The life our soul craves of peace and joy and the love we long for will never come from a frenzied place.
What if the answer is to simply slow down? Walk with Jesus not try to run ahead of Him.
We talk about this and more, including the 3 benefits that a "slowed down spirituality" can give you.
If you're tired of the hustle hangover, this one's for you!!
Fam we're back with episode 2, continuing our deep dive into spiritual formation. This truth that we tackle today is the game-changer your soul needs!
How many of us have "tried" to follow Jesus only to falter, mess up or slip back into old habits? You too? Well, today is the last day of defeat for us! It doesn't mean that we won't make mistakes moving forward, but it does mean that we're changing our minds about how we live for Him.
After this episode, the pressure to perform is off of you! You're going to move from TRYING to follow Jesus to TRAINING to be His disciple.
You ready? Let's work!
Season 3 is opening with heat, Fam! We get close and personal...and talk about our lovers.
Yup, we ask the simple yet significant question: What (or who) do you love MOST? Though the answer may surprise us, it'll also explain a whole lot. We're lovers by design, it's an inescapable gift. But we've got to make sure we don't end up loving the wrong thing.
Where's your love leading YOU?
Sharing an encore episode, especially today, that highlights the importance of leadership. How we lead others is a reflection of how well we lead ourselves.
Even (and especially) in Christian culture we can find ourselves scripture adjacent, knowing truth with our heads but refusing to let Truth in our hearts. Such is the life of a Pharisee. I know because I was one. Thank God I didn't stay that way.
As a nation we are in a place of change. Perhaps so it is for us spiritually, too. Let's embrace Truth and heal together!
There's no better time, given all that's going on, to revisit a classic SWWS episode. We're talking about the soul and its need to detox. It's a new year and a new opportunity to grow. We can only do that in the truth, and this episode goes there! Let's work!
According to the stats, by the time this episode drops more than half of the people who set resolutions for the new year have quit. It can be so discouraging when you're in the process of doing something you've never done before. But it doesn't make it impossible. Change, like grace, is for everyone. Today we look into the life of the Apostle John to see how his complete transformation through Christ can help you with your own. Check it out!
2020 is (finally) coming to a close and it’s time to put it behind us so we can focus on what’s ahead. I’m fully convinced that the quality of our lives comes from the quality of our decisions.
In this episode we discuss why decision making is so crucial, what keeps us from making great decisions and 5 steps to take to make your next best choice!
Very Popular Opinion: It’s THE Most Wonderful Time of the Year! In this episode we talk about a few myths surrounding Christmas and why the birth of Jesus matters for you. Because it does. Need some hope this holiday season? Tune in now!
Let's face it: Practicing humility is hard! Flexing feels better than submission almost every time. Yet, humility is the secret ingredient to change, contentment and healthy relationships. So how do we do it? This episode is going to expose pride and shine the light on how to live best like Jesus. So fear not! Tune in now to get low--let's go!
We've all had those moments in life where we got caught with our hand deep in the cookie jar! The shock, the shame and every emotion in between can be overwhelming. So what do we do? Better yet, how do we move on? Using John 8 as our guide and Jesus as our model we dive into what steps to take to move beyond a mistake.
When a scandal hits our community, what should we do? Run to the greater scandal that is grace and find Jesus there. No one has ever healed through shame, so we do still do it?
In this episode we talk about the messy, dirty details of grace and how it has the ability to change our lives completely. Fam, this one was made for your soul! Let’s work!
What can we even be thankful for this year? I mean, really.
Usually, Thanksgiving is the time of year we try our best to say thank you, but for many of us this year leaves much to be desired.
It may seem harder now, but what if we practiced gratefulness every day instead of waiting for a certain time of year?
What kind of affect could that have on our souls? We discuss this and more on today’s episode!
Tune in now and share this episode with a friend!
We’re about 40 days away from putting 2020 behind us, ain’t God good?! But in order to really move on, we’ve gotta confront the anxiety that’s trying to steal our joy and blur our sight of the future. So in this special episode, we pause to practice a more tactile type of formation. We examine 3 things we can do right now to close out this year stron. Then we slow down to meditate on a scripture and prayer that’s perfect for when our minds get a little anxious and need to find calm. You’re in for a treat with this one!
Special thanks to Drew Billups and Scott Buckley for the liturgy and music provided, respectively.
Hey Fam!
Guess what?
We're all being formed by something, whether we're aware or not. You ever pick up your phone, not because you needed it but just because of habit? Been there. That's evidence of our shaping.
Here's the good news: we don't have to let life continue to happen to us. There's no better way to take back the power over your soul than to reshape it. In this episode, we're going to get in formation--spiritual formation that is!
We discuss:
- why church attendance or busyness is NOT enough.
- why cultivating spiritual rhythms and disciplines may be the answer we need for the peace we desire.
- why spiritual disciplines are the practical tools to help us do exactly what Jesus did.
There may or may not be a few corny jokes waiting for you too!
Download now and share this with a friend!! Let's Work!
This whirlwind of a year that we’re all trying to get through can leave us in a state of decision fatigue, high anxiety and downright confusion. There’s more questions than answers and uncertainty is at an all-time high right now.
Season 2 is coming back strong as we examine this question: What do you do when you don’t know what to do? In this episode, we’re talking 3 things that can help you find the clarity you need to push through and finish strong. And we discover in Psalm 23 that the flex just might be Biblical (#ThanksJesus)
You’re going to leave this episode ready for your Goliath! It's time, Fam. You ready? Let’s work!
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There’s something that pulls at our souls that lies beneath the surface. It is a desire, at times an ache and a healthy need to belong.
We’re called to be community. To live, love and share with each despite the differences we may have. But what does that even mean? What makes us one? Tune in as we explore these questions and more, including the journey of our spiritual adoption process and find the one thing Jesus offers us that no other way of life can give. To every parched and restless soul, welcome Home.
Money. Love it or loathe it, one thing’s for sure, we can’t live without it. But how should we handle the thing that the Bible says, “...answers all things”? Is it wrong to be rich and righteous to be poor? We tackle these questions and more while we dive into a familiar story from the gospels. This episode comes with the ultimate plot twist as we figure out together how to come out of poverty and move into wealth. Tune in now!
Shame sucks, doesn't it? Last week we painted the picture of the damage shame does to our souls. It's greatest feat is keeping us from healing and growth. This week, we punch shame in the face by discussing the 3 things needed to truly change. This one will bless ya! It's time to transform, you ready? Let's work!
This episode exposes one of the greatest myths in the world today: it's impossible to change. Shame is a major enemy of transformation and for all of time it's kept people from moving forward. I know, I know, "Sahn, I don't suffer from shame." You sure? Listen up and find out the criteria.
It's my birthday and I have so much to be grateful for! In this bonus episode I thought it would be good to share 10 life lessons 33 taught me. Come along for the countdown. It may be my birthday but you already know...let's work!
Fam, playeth not thineself! Lust is not our friend. It looks and feels good--it’s supposed to. But it’s actually one of the biggest enemies of our souls, and despite what some may think, lust affects women just as must as men! So how do we overcome the thing that’s trying to overwhelm us? We put in some work on this episode to find the answer! Tune in now!
Are believers supposed to use sage, crystals, practice yoga and read their horoscope? We're going to look into some of the more popular soul practices and what place, if any, they have in our lives. Yeah! We're going there in this one. Let's work!
Last week we dove into some uncomfortable, but needed truth. Today, we’re going further. Join me as we use the lives of two famous Pharisees, Nicodemas and Paul, to journey out of self-righteous religion, into love and healing. Fam, it’s worth it. Let’s work!
Hi! I’m Sahn and today, I want all the smoke! In this episode we’re talking all things Pharisee, exploring the danger of the pharisaical gospel and why Jesus cares more about who you are, than what you do. This episode is one for the books! Let’s work!
In this episode, Sahn dives into the definition of, and the need to detox the soul for its optimal growth and the steps we can take to detox. We talk tough to our soul, exposing that where there is pain, there's typically a lie (yikes!). Fam, it's time to find the lie, feed our souls the truth and grow! Let's get this work!
In the premiere episode of the Soul Work With Sahn podcast, Sahn shares some of her story and explains what led her to create this show. In addition to divulging some fun tidbits, she adds the parts that aren't so comfortable but very necessary to acknowledge in order to heal. At the end of the episode she leaves you with one question to wrestle with. Send your answers to hello@soulworkwithsahn.com and we'll walk together. Let's Work!