The Faithful Servant: Recent Episodes
The Faithful Servant
The Faithful Servant is a podcast reaching you in the midst of your battles, where you can find hope, joy, wisdom, and healing. Hosted by Eric Howland, who shares the challenges he has experienced in life, and how it was his faith in God, family, and community that gave him strength and purpose to persevere. At the end of the road, through life’s struggles and challenges I long to hear the words, well done My Faithful Servant.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the trials and failures in your life or leadership journey? In this episode, Eric shares his path from the brink of business failure back to rejuvenation and passion for his work and life. Offering a roadmap to transforming your struggles into stories of hope, resilience, and renewed faith, Eric provides clarity in the importance of humility, hard work, and leading with authenticity in the quest to rewrite one’s story. Listen in for an inspiring message on rising from failure and embracing the role of a leader God calls you to be.
Are you ready to be awakened by a powerful story of service and love? How we serve others and guide them back to God's love will bring immense joy, peace, and purpose. In this episode, Eric shares a profound story of being awakened at 4:15 am by a neighbor in need, highlighting the importance of making oneself available to be used by God. By embracing the opportunities God provides, Eric encourages others to stand as well and proclaim, "Here I am. Send me." The impact of serving as God's instrument, offers hope and healing to those around us. So are you awake and ready to serve when God calls upon you?
Are you struggling to find balance in your busy life? Eric tackles the common struggles of living an imbalanced life filled with work, family, and personal desires. In this episode, Eric shares his reflections and spiritual insight to help guide you towards achieving balance in your life. Learn about the three pivotal rules that Eric has for finding balance - recognizing everything comes from God, treating time as precious, and pursuing what truly matters. By eliminating distractions and being present in the moment, prioritizing God will navigate life's challenges with a sense of peace and balance.
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What does it truly mean to serve others and God through the ups and downs of life? In this week's episode of the Faithful Servant Podcast, Eric Howland continues his discussion with Al Brown. This conversation deepens into the purpose and training in the faith. The focus is not on conventional forms of training but on how life experiences shape and redefine our purpose throughout different seasons of life.
Both Eric and Al share personal testimonies, reflecting on their past, marked by challenges and transformations that led them to embrace their purpose in serving others and God.
Al's multifaceted life, from engaging in harmful activities to finding solace and purpose in helping others, serves as a beacon of hope and a testament to the power of change and divine guidance.
Through real-life examples, they discuss how serving God transcends mere actions—it's about embodying love, mercy, grace, and forgiveness. As they unfold the layers of finding and fulfilling one’s purpose, they highlight the significance of surrendering to God’s will and the continuous learning and adapting as one walks through different stages of life.
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How can a journey from the bar scene lead to a life-changing calling? In a chance encounter at Ace Hardware, Eric of the Faithful Servant podcast meets AL Brown during a search for wall studs and drill bits. Their conversation on faith, divine appointments, and God's work unfolds from an unexpected meeting at the store. AL Brown shares his journey from the bar scene to a life-changing calling, emphasizing the importance of following God's divine guidance. The episode highlights the podcast's mission to share God's love and power. Through Eric's discussion with AL Brown, they explore faith in action and the impact of divine moments in shaping destinies. AL Brown's story is one of redemption, purpose, and God's grace that transforms lives for those who listen and obey in faith.
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In this episode of the Faithful Servant podcast, host Eric Howland invites his mentor he met at Relevant Church, Mitch Elliot, to explore mentorship and navigating life's moments with faith. They discuss the biblical tenet of "Iron sharpens iron" and reflect on the role mentors play in guiding personal, professional, and spiritual growth. Eric and Mitch share their testimonies, emphasizing staying rooted in faith through trials and embracing one's role in God's kingdom. They discuss topics and offer insights on fostering relationships built on listening, transparency, and laughter. This episode is for anyone at a crossroads, reminding them to seek God's will.
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Do you need to hear about the transformative power of turning back to God after turning away from faith? Eric Howland welcomes back Rashauna Novotny. Last week Rashauna shared her tumultuous life, of betrayal, pain, and a life spiraling out of control. However, this week we hear about the transformative power of turning back to God after seemingly turning Him away forever.
Rashauna opens up about her descent into a life filled with substance abuse, destructive relationships, and a profound anger towards God following tragic incidents in her life.
Rashauna's turning point emerges from the confines of a jail cell on Thanksgiving morning. It's a story of rock bottom, repentance, and the slow yet steadfast climb towards redemption and healing.
This episode is a testament to the unyielding love of God, who pursues each lost sheep, welcoming them back with open arms.
It's a story of healing, redemption, and the realization that the path to true abundance is not paved with material possessions, but with the peace and joy found in God.
Ever wondered how one can overcome deep trauma and find restoration through faith? In this episode of The Faithful Servant, guest Raushanah Novotny shares her powerful story of overcoming trauma and being saved and restored by God.
Raushanah shares about her turbulent childhood, the loss of her 'Drug Lord' father to an FBI and DEA raid, her mother's drug addiction, and her own struggles with drugs, alcohol, and abusive relationships.
She reminds us all that God is always working in the background, even when we can't see it, and that joy is possible, even in the darkest of times. If you're struggling with difficult circumstances and need a reminder of God's love and faithfulness, Raushanah’s powerful testimony on this episode is for you.
How did a little girl on the brink of homelessness lead to a profound relationship with God? In this episode of The Faithful Servant, host Eric Holland is joined by Monika Philp, who shares her powerful story of her childhood immigration struggles and facing personal and financial hardships. Monika tells how challenges became her greatest teachers, leading her to discover her purpose in serving others and being a living example of showing people God's unconditional love. The transformative power of faith, the importance of serving where you are, and the impact of God's love in turning life's messiest moments into messages of hope. Witness how Monika embraced her role as a faithful servant, proving that purpose and fulfillment come from loving and serving God and others, regardless of your life's path.
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How do we find the courage to face conflicts head-on and make the tough choices that lead to resolution? In this episode of The Faithful Servant, Eric talks from the heart about conflict and the difficult choices we face: to walk away or to step courageously toward resolution. With heartfelt acknowledgment of his own struggles and mistakes, Eric speaks on embracing the 'messy middle' of disagreements and the transformative work required to navigate challenges with grace, love, and a spirit of reconciliation. This episode is a call to challenge ourselves—are we willing to meet others in the middle, to do the tough work of reconciliation, and to follow Jesus’s example of unconditional love?
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How do we show our children a path to God’s love? What kinds of examples can we set for them to make sure they find His grace on their own? In today's episode, Eric explores the heart of his purpose as a father as he is joined by a special guest: his daughter, Jocelyn. This episode highlights the special joy a father and daughter can have when they share a connection and relationship with God, with the ultimate goal being to lead our children towards a deep understanding of Jesus' love, serving as a real-life example of that divine affection.
Listen to the transformative power of choosing God's path over our own, and how this decision can alleviate stress, worry, and lead to true joy. Tune in to this heartfelt conversation and discover the beauty of aligning ourselves with God.
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We all want God’s grace, but how intentional are we about actually choosing it? On this episode of the Faithful Servant, Eric explains how so often the same stresses, doubts, and concerns keep creeping back time and time again, and he finds himself asking God why? Turns out, the reason is because Eric keeps choosing his path instead of God’s path. Once we choose God over ourselves, the stress, worry, and concern begins to lessen, and we find true happiness.
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What is your purpose in the eyes of God? Possibly more importantly, how do you determine that purpose? On this episode of the Faithful Servant, Eric explains how his life journey, though filled with many trials and unforeseen challenges, brought him to find God’s purpose. For Eric, it wasn’t until a conversation he had with a friend that he realized the impact he has on others; an impact that, though in most moments feels insignificant, actually carries the largest influence. It’s in these moments where he discovered God’s purpose for his life and how to trust it. #Faithful #GodsPlan #GodsStrength #LifelongLearner #Trust #God
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Who leads your faith? The adult version of you, or the child version of you? On this episode of the Faithful Servant, Eric talks about the moment he realized his life can be broken down into two distinct categories: the adult and the child. What are the characteristics of the adult? What makes being the child so captivating? And, more importantly, at what point do we need to let go of our childish ways and let our adult selves lead us to God's purpose? Tune in and learn how to be the best faithful servant possible requires us to let go of the selfishness that often comes with being a child.
How can knowledge bring you closer to God? On this episode of the Faithful Servant, Eric is joined by a close friend, a brother in Christ, and a fellow business owner, Dr. Nolan Clausen. After opening his chiropractic business, Midwest Movement, in January of 2020, Nolan was unaware of the struggles that the impending months would soon bring. As the pandemic cracked the foundation for many small businesses all across the country, Nolan fell to his knees and turned to God. It is moments like these that we see the power of being a Faithful Servant. It was through Nolan’s relentless pursuit of understanding and knowledge that gave him the ability to listen to God’s words and trust in His plan. #Faithful #GodsPlan #GodsStrength #LifelongLearner #Trust #God
For more on Dr. Nolan Clausen and his business Midwest Movement, click here: https://www.midwestmovementelkhorn.com/
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As business owners, how do we serve God and become a faithful servant? Through submitting to Him in humility. On this episode of the Faithful Servant, Eric shares his past experience with pride and how being too proud nearly cost him everything. It was only when Eric realized that God didn't need him that he changed his prideful ways and sought service through humility.
As a business owner how do you become a faithful servant for your employees! In this episode, Eric reflects on the lessons learned in 2023 and shares his insights on what it means to be a faithful servant as a business owner. Eric talks about his unexpected journeys and finding his own ministry, Eric's mission is to demonstrate God's love through his work. Don't miss out on this valuable lesson on how to be a faithful servant for your employees. #FaithfulServantPodcast #NewYear
Are you truly willing to change and evolve in your relationships? Are you ready to embrace a new self and let go of old patterns? Prioritizing healthy emotional communication and reflecting on our worthiness in God's eyes will strengthen relationships. In this episode, Eric shares his personal journey of realizing the importance of letting go and embracing healthier communication. As we enter a new year, Eric encourages listeners to reflect on their attitudes towards relationships and prioritize self-worth and be more open. #HowWillingAreYouToChange #RelationshipGoals #NewYearNewMindset
This Christmas season, relive a story of God's love and grace. This timeless tale speaks to the importance of forgiveness and new beginnings, reminding us that God is always there for us no matter what. Celebrate the joy and healing brought by this beautiful Christmas story as you embrace hope, redemption, and a brand new start. Join Eric in reflecting on the gift of Jesus that takes away our hurt and pain, giving us a chance to open our hearts to His love. Let's welcome this special season with renewed enthusiasm and open our hearts to God's forgiveness. It's truly a magical time!
Are you ready to start pursuing your goals and dreams? Join Eric on this episode of The Faithful Servant podcast, where he'll challenge and inspire you to pursue God's plan for your life. Discover how putting faith, commitment, and perseverance at the center of your journey can lead to success and fulfillment. With wisdom and insight from scripture, Eric encourages us to step out of our comfort zones, embrace challenges, and trust in God's guidance. Find hope, joy, and healing on this moving journey with #FaithfulServant! #Inspiration #Goals
What does it mean to truly love yourself? We often focus on pouring our energy into loving God and others, yet the last part of scripture tells us we must also make an effort to lovingly accept ourselves. In this episode Eric explores how loving oneself can open new opportunities for self-growth and understanding.
Original air date: Jan 25, 2023
Have you ever wondered how to identify something as from God? What does Proverbs 3:5-6 have to do with your faith? On this enlightening episode of the Faithful Servant podcast, join Eric as he dives into the importance of examining the characteristics of peace and joy when deciphering God's will and reminds us that it's okay to have questions and doubts while seeking Him. Tune in for insightful guidance on discerning God's will and living a life aligned with Him. #faithfulservant #podcast #godswill
Are you facing challenging times in your life? Join Eric Howland as he shares his personal journey of overcoming obstacles and finding hope and strength in adversity. Hear how he found appreciation in life’s storms and be inspired to find gratitude despite whatever difficulties you face. Don't miss this uplifting episode of the Faithful Servant podcast! #FaithfulServant #OvercomingObstacles
Have you ever felt consumed with anger and resentment? In this powerful episode, Eric shares his story of struggling to forgive and move on from a difficult situation. Though he wanted to seek revenge, he realized that it wouldn't bring him true peace. Through his reflection on Romans 12:19, he encourages others to let go of their anger, choosing to focus on their mental, physical, and spiritual health instead. Get an understanding of the aftermath of seeking revenge and how letting love reign can ultimately provide greater peace.
Finding peace and comfort in trusting God can often seem difficult, but the path to true faith starts with just one step. Join Eric on the Faithful Servant podcast as he shares his personal journey of faith, emphasizing the significance of listening to God's voice and inviting His presence into our lives. Reflect on your relationship with God and discover how you can find comfort and guidance by opening the door to Him. Don't miss this inspiring episode! #FaithfulServantPodcast #TrustingGod
Have you ever been in a situation where someone or something was taken away from you, or say they were leaving you? And it just kind of left you with an empty feeling. Or do you ever feel like the world is against you? Like there’s no hope? Don’t give up yet! In this episode of The Faithful Servant, Eric discusses how God is always there to protect us even when we can’t see or hear it for ourselves. Join in as he explores the amazing ways God is looking out for us and how His protection can help us through life’s toughest times. So don’t fear, because God is always here!
Are you ready to leave regret and failure behind you and start living a victorious life? Join Eric Howland on the Faithful Servant Podcast as he dives into Psalm 12:6 and reveals the power of God's truth in our lives. Let go of your past mistakes and learn how to live with faith, courage, and joy as we explore key insights on embracing what God has in store for us. Tune in now for an uplifting, faith-filled discussion that will help you move beyond your shortcomings and towards a brighter future!
Struggling to find peace in your life? Uncover how we can come out of our struggles and share encouragement with those around us who are also struggling. Eric talks about the source of peace and why it is so important to offer our story of hope to others.
Does negativity take over your life? Are you struggling to overcome negative thoughts and live the life God has given you? Join Eric Howland on this week's Faithful Servant podcast as he dives deep into negative thoughts; where they come from, what they are, and how to overcome them. With a special focus on Paul's teachings in Philippians, join us for a look at finding freedom from negative thinking.
Ready to make peace with life? On this episode of the Faithful Servant podcast, Eric talks about how to live at peace and make the right choices for joy in our lives. Learn how to find peace through faith and trust in Jesus. Let Eric show you how choosing to live with hope can free you from sadness, anxiety, and despair. Watch now and bring more joy into your life!
Are you struggling to let go and trust God? Eric takes an introspective look at what it means to surrender control and place faith in God's plan. He talks about Abraham's story of being willing to sacrifice his son Isaac, which serves as an example for us all. Join Eric on this journey of reflection and insight as he discovers how trusting God can help transform our lives. Unlock your faith today!
Are you feeling stuck in a waiting period and unsure of how things will turn out? Or perhaps you are caught in the middle of a storm and need a glimpse of hope to move forward? Join us on this week's episode of the Faithful Servant Podcast, where we explore the power of God to carry us through challenging times. Discover what can help you stay afloat during your toughest moments and learn to put your hope and trust in the Lord!
On this episode of The Faithful Servant, Eric dives deep into the power of integrity and how living with honest words and actions can bring us closer to God. Join us as we discuss the story of Daniel in the lion's den and how his unwavering commitment to truth and justice serves as a shining example of integrity for us all.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's storms? Struggling to stay focused and grounded when tough times present themselves? On today's episode of the Faithful Servant podcast, we're sharing how faith gives us the strength to stay grounded no matter what through the teachings of Moses. Join us as we explore how having faith keeps us focused when all else fails.
On today's episode of the Faithful Servant podcast, Eric welcomes his dad, Roger Howland, to talk about how to create a culture of love and integrity for your customers and employees. Learn what it means to build meaningful relationships that will last! Discover the power of creating a family atmosphere in your business.
Are you looking for an inspiring story to help you take a leap of faith? On this episode of The Faithful Servant, Eric and his dad, Roger Howland, share the amazing story of how Country Tire was born. Learn how God can provide with faith and conviction – and be inspired to make that leap of faith in your own life!
The Faithful Servant podcast, hosted by Eric Howland, offers hope, joy, wisdom, and healing to listeners amidst life's battles. Embracing the concept of a faithful servant, Eric encourages unwavering faith in God, believing that He is always in control, regardless of the circumstances. Through real-life stories and circumstances, Eric aims to encourage individuals, reminding them that God is for them, even in moments of disappointment. Tune in to The Faithful Servant on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your preferred platform to experience Scripture come to life and be inspired to follow God.
Are you struggling to recognize and value your own self worth? Join Eric, as he talks about the value of acknowledging and nurturing feelings of self-worth. Learn how listening to God’s purpose for you will fill you with the power of positive affirmations and tools that can help you feel more confident in your everyday life. With divine guidance, you'll tap into a wellspring of strength and self-assurance that will help you shine bright like the radiant person that you are.
Good Friday represents more than just the beginning of Jesus’ resurrection; it symbolizes God’s forgiveness for us all. It was at this moment, our past sins and regressions were washed clean, and we were able to move forward accepting Jesus and his love in return for God’s everlasting acceptance. This episode of The Faithful Servant explores the events that transpired during Jesus’ final days and how those events led to Eric finding his own freedom through God’s forgiveness.
Whose responsibility is it to forgive? This episode of The Faithful Servant celebrates Holy Week by encouraging us all to let go of our guilt and shame and accept Jesus as the Messiah. By doing this, we no longer bear the responsibility of forgiveness as only God can do this. By letting go of that weight, we can find true happiness and joy in our present and future.
Do you allow your past to dictate how you live today? Is the fear of shame or guilt not allowing you to move beyond your past? Oftentimes we let our past struggles define who we are when we should be letting them go so that we can grow as individuals. In this episode of the Faithful Servant, Eric talks about how we should not put our mistakes first, but instead we should learn from our mistakes and then let them go.
Are you struggling to find hope? Is the weight of your trials weighing you down? Be joyful in prayer as God is working on you constantly. In this episode, Eric reflects on Romans 12:12 and how when you overcome doubt in prayer and fully trust in God’s work you will find joy and purpose.
Are you someone that presses through or changes course when things get difficult? How you look at the difficulties is how you choose the path to take. In this of The Faithful Servant, Eric shares his stories of perseverance and how his faith in God has gotten him through some harrowing times.
Do you struggle with what could or hope would happen? Are you constantly dwelling on the past? It can be easy to get wrapped up in those thoughts and forget to live for the now. In this episode of The Faithful Servant, Eric shares some tips on how to enjoy life more by living in the present without sacrificing the future. God wants us to live in the now, tune in to learn how.
What does grace look like? When we fall short does that change our viewpoint? Grace is often described as a powerful and transformative thing. In this episode, Eric shares the impact of finding grace and how you can use it as intended by God.
Has anyone ever said to you, “just let it go”? It’s easier said than done. So how do you let something or someone go? It starts with the mindset and rejoicing in God’s way. Eric talks about how he struggles with letting go and how he found sage advice from a 10 year old.
What does it mean to live life to the fullest? Living as I am is a powerful statement and can lead to a happier and more fulfilling life. In this episode of The Faithful Servant, Eric shares what it means to be living as I am and how God gives us strength to do so.
When it comes to validation and being seen, Eric understands your struggles. It can be difficult when the people who used to give us comfort are no longer available, The Orphan's Heart. In this episode of The Faithful Servant, he goes deep into his own experience with overcoming vulnerability issues in order to become true to himself. Eric takes an emotional journey as he shares a path that leads away from self destruction towards embracing authenticity through hardship.
What do you do when anxiety sets in? How do you find the calm and stillness you need? Stepping out of your comfort zone surprisingly is a way to overcome anxiety. Eric shares some of the ways he’s found to calm his anxiety and the impact of how to start saying I am and I can. God continues to work through us and for us and how embracing those challenging moments can be freeing.
What does it mean to truly love yourself? We often focus on pouring our energy into loving God and others, yet the last part of scripture tells us we must also make an effort to lovingly accept ourselves. In this episode Eric explores how loving oneself can open new opportunities for self-growth and understanding.
Ever felt like there's an untapped potential within you, just waiting to be unleashed? In this episode of the Faithful Servant we explore why uncovering and pursuing your passion is absolutely essential for living a life full of joy and fulfillment. Eric talks about what could be holding you back from unlocking that inner power God has for you. So don't miss it!
Original release date: Jul 06, 2022
Have you ever loved someone so much that, in the depths of your heart, you'd give anything to make sure they succeed? Sacrificial love is an emotion that goes beyond anything else in its power to motivate and drive you. It's so strong, it can make you feel like you would move mountains just to see the person you care about reach their goals and fulfill their dreams.
In this episode, Eric explores the beauty of sacrificial love lies in the courage it takes even with the knowledge that loving fully means risking hurt. Those who experience sacrificial love know how painful yet incredibly meaningful it is, and although most will never truly understand it, they can still appreciate its power through God.
Are you hoping to find peace in life in 2023? Are you faced with challenges time after time and it seems chaotic? If you find yourself struggling with the chaos and uncertainty of life in 2023, you are not alone. Many of us long for peace in our lives, but often don’t know how to find it. Fortunately, God is with us even in times of chaos and as highlighted in this episode of The Faithful Servant, peace can be found through the chaos. Eric explores how even when things seem completely out of control, God can guide us to peace with His steadfast care and love.
What good can come from pushing ourselves to the brink of failure? What can we learn about ourselves when we face our fears and let go of the doubt and worry of failure? This episode of the Faithful Servant explores the good that can come from failing–how being open to failure can also open up so many other beautiful opportunities. Though it’s not easy to accept failing as an option, once we do, we begin to discover something far more truthful about ourselves.
What is Christmas really about? Gifts? Family? End-of-Year projections and goals? Or is it about finding your thin place where you can experience God? This episode focuses on the struggles we often find ourselves having around this time of year, and the contradiction of it being on the one hand the most joyous time of year and on the other hand the most stressful time of year. Eric explains that is why this is the time to seek God. To quiet your voice and listen for His word. Look for those thin places where God has given you the opportunity to hear Him, and you will find peace.
Eric mentions the book Thin Places by Tim Bohlke. Check out the book here!
The end of the year brings many things: joy, quality time with family, the hope for a new beginning. But perhaps the most valuable gift this time of year gives us is the opportunity for reflection. To look back on the last 12 months and contemplate what went right, what went wrong, what were my successes, and what were my failures. This episode of The Faithful Servant explores the power of reflection, and how through that consideration we can find hope for the future.
Can relationships help us overcome adversity? If so, who should we be building these relationships with? When it comes to growing up, it’s hard to find someone more influential than our moms. For most of us, they teach compassion, patience, and love – three of the most important qualities in overcoming the challenges we face. In this episode, Eric sits down with not only his biological mom but his adoptive mom as well. They have a conversation about love, abandonment, and healing through conversation.
Can abandonment lead to healing? In this very special episode, Eric sits down with his biological mom as they discuss Eric’s journey in understanding his adoption and why his biological mom decided to give him up. Through love, patience, and understanding they discover the experiences they’ve shared and how this abandonment has made their relationship even stronger through the healing process.
Do you know what you’re really thankful for? When we let our negative thoughts take up most of our headspace, it can be difficult to remember the aspects of our lives, both big and small, that we’re thankful for. Even in our negative spaces there are things to be thankful for, and this episode talks about how we can step back and recognize those moments. Through God, through patience, through understanding we can find peace and truly be thankful.
Have you ever had your need to solve a problem prevent you from actually solving it? Sometimes when we recognize what’s wrong or how to fix something, we can act too quickly or voice our opinions too loudly. This episode dives into how sometimes, even when you know you’re right, patience is needed before a solution is presented. From talking with our kids to listening to our coworkers, sometimes what people need most is just someone to listen to rather than solve.
From fears of failure to fears of not being loved, how do we overcome our negative beliefs? This episode looks inward and examines our own life experiences using the metaphor of children. When we look at our negative beliefs as our own “children” it becomes easier to approach them with love rather than anger or hate. This allows us to more completely understand and overcome that negative belief.
When you think about your passion in life, what comes to mind? What happens when we combine our purpose with our passion? This episode features the talented musical group Soul Review out of Lincoln, Nebraska. Members Haylee, Jadyn, Robert, and Ether share how they discovered their purpose is their passion, which is playing music together. When you can pair your passion with what you believe your purpose to be, there’s no challenge or amount of adversity you can’t overcome.
Listen to more of Soul Review here!
One aspect of overcoming adversity is becoming aware of when you’re starting to get busy just for the sake of being busy. This episode of the Overcoming Adversity series features Melissa Minassian, realtor, contractor, published author, singer, owner of Transpire Renovations, and mother. Minassian is no stranger to living a “busy” life, but she had to take a step back and figure out what she really wants to be busy with. How, at times, she would find herself adding more to her plate so that she didn’t have to address the problems or anxieties that kept coming back.
Find out more about Melissa’s business here!
Adversity is a force that can break each and every one of us, so where do we turn when faced with such a formidable force? This episode features special guest Mark ??? who talks about his addiction to alcohol and how he found strength and peace through God’s provisions. Together, Eric and Mark explain that to face adversity doesn’t mean to face a complete and entire breakdown, but, sometimes, the challenges we face are small. So small, in fact, that we don’t realize they’ve grown into a big problem that we must face or suppress, which is where God’s strength plays a role.
Where do you find hope when faced with adversity? How do you confront your fears while not falling deeper into addiction or despair? This episode features an in-depth interview with Matt Tompkins, owner of Two Brothers Creative, as he discusses his journey with addiction while also running his own business. How most times it’s not about curing the addiction, but it’s about learning how to live with the addiction and overcoming the desire to feed into what will always be there.
Would life be better if we never experienced adversity? Would we really be happier if we removed all anger and sadness from our lives? First step is recognizing the challenge and then determining if it’s a challenge that will benefit or harm us. This episode introduces a series focused on what prevents us from overcoming the challenges in our lives and how those challenges can often make life worth living. Eric explains his struggle with common challenges in the past while also setting up the types of guests he’ll have on the show for the series.
Are you rooted to be faithful? Are you rooted to rely on God’s strength? Are you rooted to be patient? Nobody’s perfect. We all struggle multiple times through each and every day. However, when we accept that patience is vulnerable, and that it’s okay to be vulnerable–in fact, at times, it’s necessary to be vulnerable–we will find peace.
When we stop expecting everything to happen now, we will find what we truly need to be fulfilled. This episode of The Faithful Servant explores the idea of patience as a vulnerability and the benefits of exercising faithful patience in life.
How do you show kindness? In a world where so many of us give sharp reactions, let’s practice soft reactions. How can we show love over anger? At times, we let our own selfishness and impulsivity determine our reactions.
Moments of fleeting anger can cause a lifetime of pain and anguish, so why do we let our emotions get the best of us and react in such harsh ways? In this episode of The Faithful Servant, Eric discusses his experiences with using love to overcome anger and show how to truly accept that love is kind.
What struggles have you faced during a relationship? How patient do you find yourself with the people you love? How often do you let impulse determine action rather than patience and reflection? This episode of The Faithful Servant explores not only the power of patience, but the need for patience especially in relationships.
To find success and longevity in a relationship, we must practice patience and reflection with our partner. Give her/him space and time and being patient with their needs and process is essential in setting the foundation for a long-lasting and loving relationship.
Celebrate Life – do you find it hard to celebrate the good things that are happening in your life? Is it difficult to reward yourself when you’ve accomplished something no matter how big or small? This episode of The Faithful Servant focuses on how and why we should build habits of celebrating life, and how we can break down our feelings of guilt when it comes to lifting ourselves up.
Every one of us find ourselves in situations where we keep falling, getting back up, and falling again. What do we do when we find failure more than success? We keep swinging. In this episode of The Faithful Servant, Eric talks about the necessity to keep moving forward, to keep trying, to keep swinging.
Life will always be full of struggles, but the real test is how we react when we encounter those struggles. How do we find the strength to persevere through life’s trials? We keep swinging and focus on our faith.
Forgiveness – what does that word really mean? How do you find the courage to not only forgive others but to forgive yourself? This episode of the Faithful Servant explores the need for forgiveness; how we forgive not to help others but to help ourselves. Even in our deepest misunderstanding, we need to live intentionally for ourselves and forgive those who have hurt us, and we need to forgive ourselves for what how we pack our guilt away instead of addressing it.
Taking time for yourself is one of the hardest things for a person to do, but it’s also one of the most beneficial. This episode of the Faithful Servant breaks down how important it is to set goals for yourself and then give yourself a reward after achieving those goals.
What is the incentive to work hard? What are some of the simpler things in life that can be a reward for your hard work? Why do we find it so hard to treat ourselves after a stressful day or a successful day?
We all have doubts many times throughout each day, week, month, and year. How do we refocus those doubts and use that energy to lead us to a more positive outcome? What does it even mean to doubt something, and is it always a bad thing to have doubts? The overthinking, the questioning, the jumping to conclusions – this episode dives into the world of doubt and how we can refocus what we doubt most.
Where does our inner peace come from? This episode of the Faithful Servant dives into how we can each find our own inner peace and how to use that peace once you’ve acquired it. Eric sits down with guest Robert Leslie Jr. as they discuss the power of music, food, and trying to deliver a message even in the most casual of settings or circumstances – what is the message you want to give and what is the message you want to hear?
How important is passion? And how do we figure out what we are truly passionate about? This episode features a special guest Ryan Elrod, a personal trainer and motivator from Omaha who specializes in helping people find their passions and run toward them, not away from them. But first, how do you describe passion, how do you find it, and once you find what you’re passionate about, how do you invest in it?
Why does it feel like anxiety, depression, and suicide are more prevalent today than ever before? Where does our sense of hopelessness come from, and what does it really mean to lose hope? This episode of The Faithful Servant explores what hope and hopelessness look like and why it can be helpful to embrace these feelings rather than suppressing or ignoring them.
This episode of the Faithful Servant focuses on authenticity and what it really means to be authentic to not just those around you but to yourself as well. How important is authenticity, and why are we easily distracted and pulled away from being true to ourselves?
What are you passionate about? What's the one thing that brings you the most happiness and fulfillment? What's stopping you from pursuing that passion? This episode of the Faithful Servant focuses on why it's so important to find your passion in life and always pursue it.
How important is self care? Why should you invest in yourself before you invest in others? How can simple affirmations and acknowledgements impact your overall mental health? This episode of The Faithful Servant dives into why it’s necessary for us to take time to take care of ourselves.
What does it mean to be a father? As we celebrate Father's Day this June, it's worth taking a step back and asking ourselves what are the qualities we want in a father versus what are the qualities we need in a father, and did we have those growing up? In this episode of The Faithful Servant, Eric examines his own role as a father as well as his relationship with his own dad, while breaking down key moments of stress in the relationship along with key moments of happiness.
What are those uncomfortable moments that cause us to have faith in God? How far are you willing to go to show God your faith? How are grace and humility more effective tools than anger and boldness? This episode of The Faithful Servant looks at how important a strong faith in God is and how it can help you especially in a business mindset.
What does it meant to garden relationships? How can our expectations hinder the reality and joy that relationships can provide? Why is effective communication at the core of every successful relationship? This episode of The Faithful Servant dives into these questions and breaks down how to successfully make a relationship grow.
What does God mean when he tells us not to worry about the past? What are the best ways to stop anxiety from pulling us backward? How do we focus on staying present and in the moment? This episode of The Faithful Servant attempts to answer these questions while also reinforcing the fact that you can always find hope even in the darkest time
This episode of The Faithful Servant focuses on two groups: those who are walking alongside someone who is dealing with depression and suicide and those who are struggling with depression and suicide. What are the roadblocks that are keeping you from finding joy and what do you say to someone who is experiencing those roadblocks?
In this introductory episode of The Faithful Servant, we find out who Eric Howland is, how he came to be a faithful servant, and what he hopes a life of hope, joy, and service to Jesus Christ can do for you.