Truth Trauma Theology: Recent Episodes
Kyle Spears
My podcast is about the intersect between Trauma and Theology. Contemporary discussions have to involve a balance of biblical truth and current research studies. Topics will expand upon the content discussed on the Youtube channel.
What is Toxic Shame? How does it affect those trying to live for Christ? What does the Bible say about shame? In this Patreon Spotlight Dr. Conny Nussbaum joins the discussion to share insight regarding what the Bible says about shame. Conny previously presented her research during a Patreon-exclusive meeting and I wanted to make sure it saw the light of day! Her research is clear, meaningful, and practical. About Connie:Studied PhD in Immunology (Psychoneuroimmunology) at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt-Universität Greifswald and is now studies Clinical Counseling (MA) at Winebrenner Theological Seminary. She formerly worked as a Consultant Scientific & Clinical Editor/Writer. Since 2010 she has worked with grief working as a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist.What is Patreon Spotlight?Patreon Spotlight is exclusive content from those who have expertise in the Patreon Community. Many of them present at our Mastermind Meetings and are then selected to share for a public interview depending on the topic. If you are interested in becoming a patreon member you will have the opportunity to join a Mastermind Group.Please visit: https://www.patreon.com/kylespears
What are my spiritual gifts and how do I unlock them? What does the Bible say about the various spiritual gifts? How do I partner with the Holy Spirit? How do I bless the church with my gifts? How does trauma interfere with my understanding or use of my gift? In this conversation we bring our series to a close as Tim Sherrill joins to discuss how to use the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Many people do not know what their gifts are or how to use them. One thing is certain, we are made to function using God's Spirit. Tim has conducted Spiritual Gift classes for our local congregation as well as others. His approach to helping people find their spiritual gifts is based in scripture as well as experience.Tim and Wendy Sherrill were high school sweethearts and were married in 1979. Over the last 39 years, the Sherrills have led in varying capacities in churches in Detroit, MI; Phila, PA; Seattle, WA; Fort Wayne, IN; and Omaha, NE. They and their family have helped churches across the Midwest grow and be healthy.Today, Tim and Wendy lead the Omaha Church and live to seek and save the lost. When they are not doing that you will probably find them watching classic movies.They have three disciple kids, two in Texas and one in Minnesota and four grandkids, a daughter-in-law and a son-in-law.Prior to being on staff in churches before 2008, Tim worked for Progressive Insurance for 23 years moving around to various locations and management opportunities, including working with industry associations and political affairs assignments.Wendy has worked professionally in real estate and many volunteer jobs at schools.Tim holds a B.S. degree in Health Administration from Eastern Michigan University (1983) and a Masters in Religious Education in MIssional Leadership from Rochester University in Rochester, Michigan (2019).
In this episode we explore how the Old Testament portrays the Holy Spirit's presence. It seems confusing to reconcile how the OT describes the Spirit's activity as opposed to what we see in the NT. Dr. Monje joins to discuss the fundamental questions Christians have when reading the Holy Spirit of the OT. Q.What was the Jewish understanding of the Spirit? Definition of ruach? Uses of ruach?Q. Is the “Spirit" in the OT also “holy”?Q.How is the Holy Spirit present in creation?Q.What does it mean when the Spirit came upon various characters throughout the OT? Senses of Ruach? Empowerment?Q. What happened with the elders of Israel?Q. What happened with Saul?Q. What about Saul’s evil spirit?Q. Is this the spirit of God or something else?Q. What does this say about Saul?Q. What are some OT prophecies regarding the Spirit that are fulfilled throughout the NT?Q. Do the Dead Sea Scrolls have something to say on the Spirit?Rolan Monje (BD, MMin, DMin) serves as an evangelist and teacher. He is Professor of Hebrew and Old Testament at Rocky Mountain School of Ministry and Theology in Colorado, and also directs the Asia-Pacific Leadership Academy in Manila.Dr. Monje travels extensively (over 100 cities across 6 continents) and has spoken in countries as varied as Germany, Turkey, Qatar, Greece, UAE (Dubai), Ecuador, Canada, Nigeria, Myanmar, and Australia. He and his wife, Weng, oversee a region of churches in the Philippines and have been on staff over 20 years. They have two daughters, Yana and Stefi.Dr. Monje's Bachelor of Divinity is in Biblical Languages from the University of London; his Master of Ministry is from the American Bible College in Florida, USA; his Doctor of Ministry is in Pastoral Theology. Personal website: rolanmonje.comPublished books: www.ipibooks.com“Into the Psalms” (2010), “Exodus: Making Israel’s Journey Your Own” (2013), “After the Storm: Hope and Healing from Ezra-Nehemiah” (2014),“Finish Strong: The Message of Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi” (2016)Podcasts:Ten podcasts on Interpreting the Psalms (download at douglasjacoby.com)
How do we know if we are hearing God's voice or our own? How do we know if we are in step with the Spirit? Is it possible to lose the Spirit? How does the Spirit direct our thoughts or emotions? In this conversation we explore the various ways the Holy Spirit speaks to us. How does the Holy Spirit speak to our conscience?How does the Holy Spirit sanctify us?How does the Holy Spirit convict us?How can we grieve the Spirit?How can we quench the Spirit?What does it mean to blaspheme the Spirit?How can we learn to distinguish the Spirit’s voice from our own?Dr. Bill Moulden has served in the full-time ministry for over 28 years throughout the Southwest, Midwest, and now the Heartland family of churches. He currently serves as an Evangelist and Teacher with the Gateway City Church in St. Louis, MO. Bill has Masters of Divinity and a Doctorate in Ministry from Trinity Southwest University in Albuquerque, NM. Happily married to Kristin Moulden for 28 years and father to three amazing daughters.
In this episode we begin a 4-part series on the Holy Spirit. Dr. Andy Boakye joins the discussion to help clarify the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a New Covenant Christian. Andy masterfully explains the original greek context and gives us an understanding of why Paul taught a specific theology regarding the Holy Spirit. This is just the beginning of this conversation!The Holy Spirit as a seal?The Holy Spirit as a deposit, guarantee?How does the Holy Spirit intercede for us?How does the Holy Spirit create special intimacy with God (abba)?How are we temples for the Holy Spirit?How can Paul’s understanding of the Holy Spirit inspire us towards greater confidence?Dr Andrew Boakye Lecturer in Religions and Theology and Member of the Centre for Biblical Studies at the University of Manchester and co-chair of the Paul seminar of the British New Testament Society. He is author of Death and Life: Resurrection, Restoration and Rectification in Paul's Letter to the Galatians (Wipf & Stock, 2017) and co-author of Rethinking Galatians: Paul's Vision of Oneness in the Living Christ (T&T Clark, 2021 with Professor Peter Oakes). He is currently working on the Word Biblical Themes Commentary on Ephesians for Zondervan Press and his research interests include Pauline Christianity, resurrection theology, masculinity studies and intertextuality. He has been consulted on issues of racial harmony and reconciliation across the Protestant communion and is part of a colloquium combating domestic violence in religious spaces. Andy is married to Chi and has two children - Aaron (21) and Storm (19).
How do we know if a situation should be considered spiritual abuse?What are the various types of abuse that can occur? Are we using the most effective terms when we talk about trauma in a faith context?
In this episode we will be discussing the specifics of spiritual trauma starting with the basics. Dr. St. Jean is a professor of Social Work at King University who has served in churches for decades. He joins the conversation to share the latest from his book 'Spiritual Trauma: A Guide for Healing Your Heart from Church Hurts'.
If you are interested in contacting Sean please visit his website seanstjean.com
0:00 Intro
4:20 Why did you decide to write this book?
15:25 What personal challenges did you face in writing this book?
25:00 What do the ABC's of spiritual trauma stand for?
35:00 How has 'conformity culture wounded people specifically?
41:30 How do we reconcile both the good and the bad as we heal?
54:00 How do people lower their defenses and begin to trust after being hurt?
1:00:00 Why would those in leadership want to read this book?
1:10:00 How is it that people can appear one way to upper leadership and another to membership?
How do we support our children's decisions when we do not agree with them? How do we exude unconditional love for our children without compromising what we personally feel called to? How do hold a "both-and" with some of the more complex issues?
Karen Louis of Good Enough Parenting joins the conversation to discuss the concept of Autonomy Granting vs Autonomy Support. This concept helps parents navigate the choppy waters of healthy autonomy.
For more information on Good Enough Parenting please visit https://goodenoughparenting.com/
If you are interested in becoming a Patreon Member visit www.patreon.com/kylespearsSam Youngblood is one of my Patreon Community members who helps to research various topics on the Biblical Literacy Team. This is also part of a new interview series where I interview various members who are in the Patreon Community.Churches are faced with a constant need to understand the cultural demands around them. Sometimes churches can borrow from the culture in ways that create an unhealthy environment. Of course this is in effort to reach the world for Christ. Sam outlines three keys in conceptualizing church growth.There are 3 primary ways that churches can emphasize church growth:1) …by an exaltation of “The Great Commission” -“The Great Commission” is used for rhetorical power -That title is a new invention -Matthew 28:18-20 points to a wider mission (“I have been given all authority…teaching them to obey”) 2)…by missing the big picture of God’s mission -Old Testament portraits of God’s aims are wider -Focus on “souls” rather than humans and creation -Eschatology as an influence on the “then” and the “now” -What kind of fruit do disciples bear? 3)…by misunderstanding church history -Paul’s failure to thrust evangelism as the central task of churches -How the early church following the apostles regarded Matt. 28:18-20 and their growth -Supposedly almost 2000 years of no movement of true disciples until now -Impulse of Christ, or Constantine?
Lisa Euthon was baptized while a college student at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and has spent the last 30 years serving in different ministries in Missouri, Texas, and Kansas. She, and her husband Tyler, are the proud parents of two boys. Lisa has worked within the medical and education settings walking alongside individuals of all ages and backgrounds as they have navigated diagnoses that have included dementia, traumatic brain injury, cancer, and learning disabled. Equipped with a dual certification in life and spiritual coaching and drawing from her own experiences, she is unafraid to dive into the deeper and more uncomfortable layers of the human experience for the purpose of providing hope and healing to others.For more information and to work with Lisa, email her at lisa.v.euthon@gmail.com or check out her website at www.euthoncoaching.comQuote from Diane Landberg’s presentation at the Restore 2022 Conference titled Understanding Abuse of Power in the Church. "When you sit with others you are in essence to be a living breathing model of the character of Jesus Christ." The late Bill O’Brien served as CEO of Hanover Insurance. When asked by Otto Scharmer to sum up his most important learning experience in leading profound change, Bill responded, “The success of an intervention depends on the interior condition of the intervenor”. From Theory U: Leading from the Emerging Future by Otto ScharmerMorgan Harper Nichols, poet and artist at https://morganharpernichols.com and @morganharpernichols."You are worthy of the time it takes to work through this breath by breath."
Life happens! Many of us find ourselves at a point we never thought we'd be. Not only has life thrown us curve balls, we have to somehow keep going. However, if we are not careful we can stuff our feelings along the way and think we are being strong. Resilience is more than gritting our way through life, it is about our willing to be vulnerable about what's challenging. Patty joins the channel to discuss her journey to spiritual resilience.
Access Patty's Substack! https://pattyasaad.substack.com/
Todd and Patty Assad were full-time ministers for over 36 years, but in their 60s, they retired from the ministry and started over with new careers and a baby. Their adorable granddaughter, Charlotte, came to live with them about a year and a half ago when she was six months old. They became Charlotte's primary caregivers because of family mental health issues and addiction. Little Charlotte has already endured two open heart surgeries and other medical problems. Their lives have changed radically.
Todd is now a realtor, and Patty writes a spiritual but humorous newsletter called “What Just Happened?” at pattyasaad.substack.com.
Interview Outline:
- Tell us about your background and why you decided to begin writing content?
- Today I want to focus on the concept of resilience but I’d like to by talking about the expectations that we have about Christian life. People can become resentful rather than becoming resilient, what are some resentments that you have experienced or helped others in dealing with?
- How do you define resilience? How do you approach building resilience in others?
- What has ministry taught you about helping people become more resilient?
- What are some things you have learned about God’s character when facing challenges?
Brian is best known for some of the songs he's written that are sung by those in International Churches of Christ around the world -- songs like "Be with Me, Lord," "I Need Your Love," "Great Among the Nations," and “Anchor for the Soul.” Having written songs in the alternate rock genre for a long time he set out to write some really simple, easy-to-sing songs that could replace some of the ones he'd gotten tired of singing in church. Over time those songs caught on and are now favorites.
Of course now he's tired of those songs so he's always writing new ones. Like spiritual therapy his soul is renewed by the act of writing songs that express themes of devotion, heartache, exuberance, fellowship, and a desire to change the world. Brian has released several albums over the years and is currently working in the studio on recording his next release.
Brian has a Masters degree in Ministry from Pepperdine University and is currently serving in the LA Church of Christ as an evangelist, teacher, and minister of worship and media. He has a beautiful wife and three kids he's crazy about. He blogs at jbriancraig.wordpress.com and uploads videos to youtube.com/jbriancraig
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We wanted to connect last year on your album Wait for the Lord My Soul and its relevance to mental health. Tell us about the journey you’ve been on with your health.
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How would you describe the connection between art/music, worship and mental health? 3. What can you share about dealing with loss, faith, and surrender?
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How does this relate to where we are as a church and where we need to mature?
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What are you working on now?
Becky Aste is a trauma-informed marriage coach and the host of “Your Breakthrough Blueprint”, a top 10% globally ranked podcast. She is the CEO and creator of “I Do Breakthrough”, a company dedicated to equipping highly ambitious wives to repair thriving connection in their marriage by moving trauma out of the body.After spending a decade researching and going through every mainstream modality of healing to save her own marriage, she found herself 2 kids later, separated from her husband and on the verge of divorce. At the final hour, she stumbled upon the unconventional game-changer of somatic work that took her marriage from dying to thriving in less than a year and has made it her mission to get this into the hands of every woman possible ever since.To contact Becky visit https://www.idobreakthrough.com1. Tell us a little bit about your journey and why you started your podcast?2. As a Trauma-Informed Executive Marriage Coach, how do you approach the challenges of trauma? How do you involve the body?3. You specialize in healing marriages, what are some factors to lead to emotional separation?4. On your website you mention the idea of “How You Can Save Your Marriage Without Your Husband Being On Board”, how do you do this?5. What advice do you have for those in churches who are on the brink of divorce?
In her latest book, Free and Fully Alive: Reclaiming the Story of Who You Were Created to Be, popular faith-leader, speaker, and certified life coach Karrie Garcia shares something most Christians can identify: “I was taught that God wants us to live freely, but I never understood what that kind of freedom meant or felt like. It seemed like a good idea in theory, but elusive—I had no idea how to grab hold of it.” In Free and Fully Alive, Karrie draws on her own experiences and expertise to create a dynamic, practical guide for readers to learn how to embrace their past and discover a deeper connection to themselves, God, and others.
- What is the difference between being free versus being free AND fully alive?
- What’s the first step someone needs to take to embrace his/her story – and why is it so crucial?
- How does understanding trauma help us understand sin and brokenness?
- Why do we need to lament our places of wounding?
- Though it’s difficult—as you note—why is it necessary to talk about the Enemy? How does he use isolation, doubt, and chaos to trap us?
- How can you determine if you’re caught in a “cycle of false freedom”? What’s the harm in these often benign behaviors?
- What are some biblical references that underscore the power of invitation?
After the release of their groundbreaking book, A Church Called Tov, which recorded the stories of abuse and toxic church cultures at some of the most prominent churches in the United States, New Testament scholar and blogger for Christianity Today Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer heard from a flood of people who had experienced similar instances of abuse. After all they’ve seen and heard, they still believe it’s possible for church cultures to be transformed from toxic to tov—from oppressive to good.
In Pivot, Scot and Laura help churches to implement practices,establish priorities, and cultivate the Kingdom Gospel-centered qualities that form goodness cultures. Readers will find answers to the four most common questions people have about culture transformation: How can I transform the culture in my church or organization to make it tov?
- I believe my workplace has unhealthy values. How do I initiate change? How do I unleash a culture of goodness in my ministry?
- I’m not in a position of church leadership. What are some red flags that indicate a toxic culture, and what can I do if I see them? Pivot also includes the following practical features:
- The “Tov tool,” a survey to help you discern your organization’s culture and to promote spiritual conversations
- A “getting to work” section at the end of each chapter with questions and next steps for application Transformation is never easy. But for the sake of the next generation, we must do it.
Scot McKnight (PhD, University of Nottingham) is a world-renowned speaker, writer, professor, and equipper of the Church. He is a recognized authority on the historical Jesus, early Christianity, and the New Testament. His books have been translated into Chinese, Korean, Russian, and Portuguese. He is the author of The Jesus Creed, The Blue Parakeet, The King Jesus Gospel, Revelation for the Rest of Us, numerous commentaries, and is now writing a sixteen-volume series of reflections called The Everyday Bible Study.
Although Christians are followers of the Truth, many find themselves tempted by the alternate “truths” offered by conspiracy theories. Christianity and conspiracy theories have had a long, complicated relationship. But today conspiracy theories are bringing our already polarized society to the brink of chaos. QAnon, the Big Lie, and anti-vaccination theories thrive online, disrupting faith communities. This timely essay collection explores the allure of conspiracy theories and their consequences—and ultimately offers gospel-based paths forward. Michael W. Austin is professor of philosophy at Eastern Kentucky University and senior fellow at the Dietrich Bonhoeffer Institute. He has published twelve books, including Being Good: Christian Virtues for Everyday Life (Eerdmans, 2012), Humility and Human Flourishing (Oxford University Press, 2018), and his latest, God and Guns in America (Eerdmans, 2020).
Gregory L. Bock is assistant professor of philosophy and religion and program director for the philosophy, religion studies, and Asian studies at the University of Texas at Tyler. He also serves as director for UT Tyler's Center for Ethics. He is editor of volumes 3 and 4 of The Philosophy of Forgiveness (Vernon, 2018, 2019) and coeditor of Righteous Indignation: Christian Philosophical and Theological Perspectives on Anger (Fortress, 2021).
Tell us about your background and why you decided to write this book? Let’s start out with the basic definition of a conspiracy theory? In what ways are Christians susceptible to conspiracy? You mention the demographic of the white evangelical several times in the book, let’s start out with a basic definition of evangelical? What are some themes that you observe within evangelical circles? You have a chapter on reasonableness. You mention that the conviction dial is on max strength. Can you describe Teflon hermeneutics? What makes racism so challenging to accept?
Most Christians have encountered phony posts on our feeds meant to rile us up. But not everything we see on social media is so obviously absurd. As online spaces increase in importance, we urgently need to consider how to love our neighbors on the internet—and this includes sharing the truth. Rachel I. Wightman is a librarian, an educator, and a believer in finding the integration of faith and fact-checking. She is the associate director for instruction and outreach at Concordia University, St. Paul. Prior to moving to Minnesota in 2012, she spent two years as librarian and missionary in Kampala, Uganda.
- Tell us about your background and why you decided to write this book?2. The last handful of years have been challenging with the pandemic, politics, and racial tension. What are some observations you have noticed about how people educate themselves on these matters?-You mention that algorithms influence us in Chapter 1.-In Chapter 2 you mention paywalls that myth of free information.3. In Chapter 4 you cover “noticing our emotions”, why is this important?-In chapter 3 you mentioned that if a comment is removed we can become mistrustful or we label something as fake news out of frustration. Why do we respond this way?4. In Chapter 5 “learning to evaluate” you talk about lateral reading. Give us an overview of what a healthy information gathering process looks like? -People have become quite cynical towards supposed “experts”, what might you want people to consider? (It seems like people see themselves as the experts!)5. As Christians, how do we balance God’s word with the realities of the culture around us?-Sometimes people can become aloof or culturally out of touch in the name of being separate from the world. This can lead to being insensitive towards those who are hurting or different. How can we balance being not of the world and being all things to all people?
This is the second installment of the interview with Amy that discusses the grief of the next generation. Amy shares from her presentation from the Telios Conference in February which specifically addresses the various losses GenZ has experienced.
- How has the securitization of schools affected the next gen?
- How the challenges of the pandemic has stripped their hopefulness about the future.
- How can we incorporate practices that help Gen Z become more hopeful?
In this conversation we discuss the impact of trauma on our theological imagination. Amy discusses her doctoral research from a theoretical trauma studies perspective. Amy describes the impact of suffering on our theological imagination and preaching. She discusses what she calls an "Enfleshed homiletic" where she describes the relationship between the body and the sermon.
Dr. Amy McLaughlin-Sheasby is a professor in the College of Biblical Studies at Abilene Christian University, where she specializes in practical theology, homiletics, and wisdom literature. Her scholarship has been published in the peer-reviewed journals Interpretation, Homiletic, and The International Journal of Homiletics, with a forthcoming article to be published in Religions. Her most recent scholarship focuses on the impact of suffering on theological imagination and discourse. Amy and her husband, Nathan, currently live in Abilene, Texas, and are members of Highland Church of Christ.
In this conversation we discuss the various ways that we can partner with the Spirit to help us transform into the image of Christ.
- You have written a series called Drawing Near to God. What made you create this study series?
- How long did it take you? What have you learned from writing this series? What is different?
- You talk about how the way you teach can impact someone’s thinking, perspectives, etc. How do you see that playing out?
- Do you want to give a quick overview of your series?
- This is by far the first complete study about the Holy Spirit in a series. What were your thoughts when you included this in your series? Can you share more about the Spiritual Formation group that you mentioned earlier.
- I am sure you have used the series to study the Bible with someone. How has that been?
Matt Anjilivelil (pronounced an-jili-vel) has been a Christian for almost 37 years, baptized in the campus ministry. He has served in secular ministry roles in Boston, Los Angeles, Atlanta and Denver. He was part of the mission team to Amman Jordan in 1990 and then in 1999, he along with his wife Sandy and two kids moved to Kuwait to start the church. He led the church for 7 years, while holding a fulltime job. He has worked in the supply chain space for 30+ years. He has been married to Sandy for almost 29 years and they have three adult children including their son-in-law. They have served as shepherds for the campus ministry and young professionals for many years.
For more information on the study series email Matt at matt.anjilivelil@gmail.com
In this episode we ask some though questions about forgiveness in the church. We know that we are commanded to forgive, but is forgiveness also a process? Andrew wrote a paper that has received criticism due to his perspective on forgiveness. I invited him onto the channel to discuss his perspective and the criticism he has received.
Where do house churches fit into the call of the Great Commission? In this conversation we discuss role of house churches in the call to share the good news. Matt Dabbs who also has a YouTube channel called Revolution of the Ordinaries joins the conversation to discuss his experience making disciples through the house church model.
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Tell us about your background and why you started your channel What denomination do you associate with? How do you interpret Mt. 28:18-20? How do house churches fit into the Great Commission? What are some traps churches that are eager to grow fall into in trying to fulfill the Great Commission In what ways has a corporation culture made discipleship transactional? What about the concern regarding teaching and appointing elders? How do you connect with Legacy churches? Why don’t you take a financial collection? What do you mean by the “system is broken”?
Resources and Books: To Dream Again - Robert Dale (church lifecycle) Tombstones to Cornerstones - Rick Krug (change language from Church is dying to church is finishing) The Speed of Trust - Stephen M.R. Covey Multipliers (free ebook) by Todd Wilson. I did not name of this book, but I believe this is where the 99% of churches not live past 100 statistic comes from. https://multiplication.org/product/multipliers/
Curtis Sergeant https://Zume.training - 20 hours of free dis joke making training. Amazing material! https://2414now.net Resources for disciple making and house churches
Revisiting the Master Plan of Evangelism by Coleman free ebook - https://discipleship.org/shop/revisiting-the-master-plan-of-evangelism/
For more content from Matt Dabbs go to his channel! https://www.youtube.com/@revolutionofordinaries
House Churches is becoming one of the hot discussions in modern churches. Are they a threat? Are they biblical? Should we see them as a way that God is working? John Porter joins the channel to discuss his experience of leading a house church.
Why did you decide to pursue a house church model? What does the New Testament say about house churches? Why do you think house churches seem to create tension with modern church movements? House church vs small group are they the same? Money/failed church plantings
House Churches and Trauma Survivors What are some ways movements and house churches can partner together?
John's Website: fromhousetohouse.org
Books:
“House Church and Mission” by Roger W. Gehring "Relational Revolution: 5 Shifts for Rediscovering Church as Heart to Heart Connection” by White/Daniels/Smith
Academic Papers: "Ecosystems of Grace: An Old Vision for the New Church" by Dr. Kent Smith - https://missiodeijournal.com/issues/md-7/authors/md-7-smith “Economy of Grace: An Early Take on Vulnerable Mission” by Dr. Kent Smith - https://missiodeijournal.com/issues/md-4-1/authors/md-4-1-smith
About John: John and Barbara were both baptized as college students in the early 1980’s. John was studying Mechanical Engineering at Clemson University and Barbara was a student at Harvard Law School. After graduating, they entered the ministry in 1985. Barbara was part of the Toronto church planting and John served as the leader of the church in Clemson, South Carolina. While still single, they went as missionaries to Mexico City in 1987 where they were married in 1988. Shortly after their wedding, they moved to Sāo Paulo, Brazil to work with a newly planted church; they lived for a total of 9 years in Sāo Paulo, and both their children, Joseph (32) and Jacqueline (30), were born there. They have served several churches in Florida and also lived in the Miami area for more than 10 years, training ministers and missionaries. After being in the traditional ministry for 30 years they decided to step out on faith and do ministry in a different way. Their new ministry is focused on developing a house church model. They currently live in Clemson, South Carolina where they are working to develop this model, train others and provide resources for those interested in planting churches in this way.
Have multicultural churches made racism in modern churches a thing of the past? Are movements that pride themselves on being racially diverse effective in addressing racial injustice in the church? Should multicultural churches address racial injustice from the pulpit? In this episode, Kevin Holland who serves as the Lead Evangelist for the Turning Point congregation in LA joins the conversation to discuss his approach to addressing racism in the modern church.
Kevin serves as the Senior Pastor of Turning Point Church Los Angeles and an Evangelist and Elder with the Los Angeles International Church of Christ. He has a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry degree from the Harding School of Theology, is a coach in the Racial Justice and Unity Center network, is a member of the Christians Seeking Justice (CSJ) national justice ministry, and mentors church leaders around the United States. He and his wife Tracena have two daughters, Tory and Kennidy, a son-in-law, Tory's husband, Derrick Hinton, and a perfect granddaughter, Mia Love Hinton.
Tell us about your conversion and why you went into the ministry? What has it been like to be minister and advocate for social justice and openly talk about racism? It has almost been taboo for ministers to talk about it. Why have you decided to take a stand? There are many folks in the church who feel like racial conversations have created more division than anything else. What would you say to those folks? What are some ways that churches can begin to engage racism in a biblical manner? What impact is the churches’ conflict over racism impacting the next generation?
Kylie and Romeka have recently launched their coaching business that seeks to help women move forward in the healing process. In this episode we discussing the process of forgiveness and the pitfalls we fall into that keep us stuck. We discuss the misconceptions about forgiveness and how we can develop a healthy definition of forgiveness.
Tell us about why you decided to start your podcast and coaching? Why is forgiveness so challenging? What are some ways that forgiveness is taught incorrectly? What does the forgiveness process look like? What resources, books would you recommend? Tell us about how we can get in touch with you?
For more information visit Beyondthewallspodcast.com Instagram page: Beyondthewalls.podcast
Matt joins the conversation to discuss his new book Why the Gospel?
Matthew W. Bates is a father of seven and Professor of Theology at Quincy University. His popular books include the award-winning Salvation by Allegiance Alone (Baker Academic), The Birth of the Trinity (Oxford University Press), The Gospel Precisely (Renew), and Gospel Allegiance (Brazos). When he isn't hiking, running, baseballing, or chasing around the seven, he co-hosts the OnScript podcast. Bates holds a B.S. in physics, an M.C.S. in biblical studies from Regent College, and a PhD in theology (New Testament) from the University of Notre Dame. A Protestant by conviction, he enjoys the privilege and challenge of teaching in a Catholic context. Learn more about his books or conference-speaking at MatthewWBates.com
Briefly describe your previous books Gospel Allegiance and The Gospel Precisely? You begin the book with the concept of Jesus as King, why do believe this is important? How do you believe deconstruction has affected our understanding of the gospel both positively and negatively? In chapter 5 you write about a ‘Royal Transformation’, how might this benefit those who are hungering for a deeper understanding of discipleship? In chapter 6 ‘Good News for the Nones’, on page 141 you mention quality over quantity. Why is this important to the nones? Order Why the Gospel:https://www.amazon.com/Why-Gospel-Living-Jesus-Purpose/dp/0802881688
Our traditional understanding of church and unity is being stretched as we make room for unconventional forms of community such as house churches and independent congregations. The Holy Spirit is moving, revealing, shifting, empowering, guiding, and gifting churches in new ways! It can be kind of scary too. In this interview we discuss the difference between biblical unity versus organizational conformity.
What does the Bible say about Unity?
In what ways has your congregation embraced unity?
How has conformity affected the next generation?
Why did your congregation leave the ICOC?
How does culture contribute to an understanding of unity?
About Will Archer:
William Archer is a visionary Lead Pastor with over twenty-five years of experience leading missional communities in diverse ministry settings. He is an innovative Evangelist with a proven capacity to cultivate and amplify theologically sound and culturally relevant messaging across multiple digital platforms. He is deeply devoted to developing healthy communities of faith that engage the business community and community partners committed to helping the least of these in the Commonwealth of Virginia. He has served on several boards nationally and internationally. He is an alumnus of the 2019 Class of Leadership Prince William and of the 2022 Class of Lead Virginia. Pastor Archer has an Undergraduate degree in Public Policy from Arcadia University and a Master's degree from Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, DC. He is currently a Doctorate of Ministry candidate at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia. He has been married to the love of his life, Latosha Archer, for 23 years, and they have two adventurous children, 20-year-old Mekhi and 14 year-old Journey. He serves as the Lead Pastor for the Potomac Valley Church. The Potomac Valley Church is an Independent Christian congregation in Northern Virginia with a deep commitment to serving all people.
Where is God when our life is literally falling apart? How do we process the most challenging parts of our human existence? How does the book of Job apply to our lives today? How can those who love us support us more effectively?Darryl Potter joins the discussion to introduce us to his commentary on Job and how he worked through his own crisis of faith.Darryl's website is https://www.darylpotter.com
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In this episode we will discuss Moral Injury & Evangelism: Betrayal of Others.
Why do people have such conflict about evangelism years or decades later? If churches have put an end to harmful practices, why can't people simply move on?
You might be wondering what is moral injury? What does moral injury have to do with evangelism?
This is the first of two conversations regarding Moral Injury and Evangelism. If you purchased the book Trauma Informed Evangelism byDr. Charles Kiser & Dr. Elaine A. Heath, I will be covering pages 36-39. We will discuss the long-term effects of when we ignore our relationship with the Holy Spirit and instead follow someone in authority. It creates a deep sense of mistrust of leadership or authority even if people have changed. If people misled us in the past, then they could mislead us in the future. We will discuss this in detail!
The next episode will cover Moral Injury & Evangelism: Betrayal of Self and will only be accessible through Patreon.
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In their recently released book Trauma Informed Evangelism, Dr. Heath and Dr. Kiser address the role of trauma in how we approach sharing the good news about Christ. I am humbled to have been able to interview this duo on such an important topic as this. Patreon supporters have exclusive access before the interview is released to the public and are given access to bonus content. https://www.patreon.com/kylespears
In this discussion we cover:
How do we look at Matthew 28:18-20?
How do we heal from the scars of growth pressures?
How does trauma influence how we witness to others?
What factors have contributed to the historical pressure to convert people?
Here is a link to purchase the book:
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God's word is the standard yesterday, today, and forever. Whether you are a Baby Boomer, Generation X, Y, or Z, God's word equally applies to us all. Each generation has both strengths and weaknesses in how they view the world. As each generation faces new challenges in living for the Lord, how do we discuss healthy biblical interpretation in a productive manner? We are excited to announce a special event taking place on January 13th, 2023 at 3:00pm CST entitled Bridging the Gap! Nick Zola of Common Grounds Unity will be co-hosting the discussion as we are looking to bridge connections between the various Restoration Streams. We have invited Douglas Jacoby, Marty Solomon, and John Mark Hicks because of their decades of research and expertise:
Nick Zola Common Grounds Unity Podcast www.commongroundsunity.org
Marty Solomon www.bemadiscipleship.com
Douglas Jacoby International Bible Teaching Ministry www.douglasjacoby.com
John Mark Hicks www.johnmarkhicks.com
We have asked several Next Generation creators to submit both observations and questions for the panelists in effort to facilitate healthy conversation:
Women in the Church Corina Espejo and Travis Albritton podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-in-the-church/id1579403468
Eikon Podcast Michael Burns and Jason Alexander https://eikonpodcast.buzzsprout.com
Space Makers Janai Johnson and Meigan Whitcomb www.spacemakerspodcast.com
Wound of My People Jian White www.facebook.com/woundofmypeople/
Disciples Today Lai-Yan Faller and Justin Renton www.disciplestoday.org
Bend ICOC Joey Hungerford www.youtube.com/@BendICOC
HOPEww Matt Rollins www.hopeww.org
That Bible Guy Simon Dinning www.youtube.com/@thatbibleguy
I can not Tom McGuirk www.youtube.com/@Icannot
Revolution of the Ordinaries Matthew Dabbs https://www.youtube.com/@revolutionofordinaries
What does the science reveal about how parents can connect with their children? How do parents more effectively engage their children? How do we repair the relationship after it has been damaged? How do we take biblical principles in light of what science reveals? Jayna Baczwaski is a fellow colleague who is incredibly gifted with children and parents. She has extensive training working with small children all the way to working with teens. She has helped countless families work through attachment whether the children are biological, foster, or adopted.
Parenting is challenging and yet it is a God-given responsibility. But what role does the community play? What about parents who did their best and yet their kids have not decided to follow Jesus? Are churches set up for success or failure? There is a generational disconnect in many of our communities. The older and younger generations are struggling to see eye to eye. Matina joins the channel to discuss how the scriptures paint a generational picture for adolescent spiritual formation. Matina has joined the channel previously to discuss her research and joins us again to share new findings.
0:00 Intro 5:15 What research have you done since our last interview?
13:00 What is the difference between youth of today versus the youth of yesterday?
17:10 How does healthy Old Testament Theology contribute to healthy adolescent formation?
21:00 How has the approach to reach the youth evolved?
41:00 What advice do you have for the older generation?
45:00 What support is there for parents and kids?
54:00 How does biblical literacy influence how parents engage their kids?
56:00 What about parents who did a good job but their kids don't become Christians?
Why are so many kids leaving the church? How do we as parents cultivate genuine community for our children? Is it okay to move to another church that will help grow our children's faith? How do those who are single parents cope with the pressure of raising kids? In this episode we explore the approaches that are helpful and unhelpful for building your kids' faith. Dr. John Louie has conducted research that has been applied in many people's families. His research is highly regarded by others researching biblical parenting. This is the first installment in a three-part series in parenting.
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Good Enough Parenting website: https://goodenoughparenting.com
0:00 Intro
12:30 There is a high leave rate average in the next generation how do we address it?
17:45 What is Good Enough Parenting?
35:10 How do approach the Grit Culture or heavy- handedness that exists within parenting?
47:00 How do we avoid giving our children an inflated or deflated sense of self?
51:00 What about the concern that kids are too soft?
58:40 How do deal with limited resources?
1:01:00 What about parents who want to move to a different congregation that will better meet their child's needs?
How do we know if we are in an unhealthy spiritual environment? How do we know if we are becoming resentful? How do we deal with past or current hurts? Mark DeJesus is a YouTuber, transformational consultant, teacher, and former pastor. Mark joins the channel to discuss the healing process from his book Bitter free: How to Forgive Anyone, Resolve Conflict and Overcome Anger.
Please visit Mark's website for more information: https://markdejesus.com
0:00 Intro
2:15 Conversion and ministry experience
9:15 Did you reach a breaking point?
22:00 Why did you write this book?
32:00 How do we heal when there is still abuse occurring?
46:00 Why do people lash out at people who are trying to help?
49:00 Should we consider leaving our faith community?
1:00:00 What are first steps for the forgiveness process?
Gender Roles is a hot topic to say the least. Ed and Deb Anton join the discussion to present the complementarian perspective and how women function within this specific paradigm. Ed and Deb have a unique perspective on the attitude of the heart that transcends the discussion as well.
0:00 Intro
2:50 Conversion and ministry experience
11:05 What do you believe is at the core of this topic?
14:58 How do you teach the complementarian theological perspective?
26:00 How have people responded to the kenotarian theological perspective?
31:44 How important is biblical literacy in this discussion?
38:30 Do you consider Gender Roles a fellowship issue or salvation issue?
43:30 To what degree are women involved in preaching and making decisions?
50:00 What is your stance on women teaching?
58:00 How can congregations offer a a living example of women thriving in the church?
1:05:00 What about the example of Junia?
There seems to be a divide between Psychiatry and Christianity. Ellie Stevens is a board-certified psychiatrist who joins the channel to discuss her experience of healing from trauma in her new book Unshackled. Ellie bridges the gap between the reality of mental health and the reality of healing that comes from a relationship with Jesus.
Ellie's Website: https://www.drelizabethstevens.com
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Gender Roles is the probably the most loaded topic anyone can cover at the moment. Whether you land on mutuality or complementarian, people are passion about their perspective. Steve and Lisa join the discussion to share about their journey to their perspective about gender roles.
For those who are interested in the Johnson's recent experience in the NW, we discuss their experience in a new series called "Off the Record". In the Off the Record, we discuss personal experiences of loss, controversial issues, and Patreon Q&A. Patreon Members will also receive early access and exclusive access to content not released publicly. www. patreon.com/kylespears
How do we heal from painful experiences while holding onto our relationship with God? What about when the place we came to heal is the same place that has injured our hearts? There are many Christians who find themselves lost in loss. Healing is a path and without direction we will remain stuck. Marilyn Kriete joins the channel to share her experience of disenfranchised grief. She interweaves trauma into her story and describes how it creates a specific type of loneliness. We will be discussing her upcoming book "the box must be empty" as we navigate through her journey towards greater healing.
*For those who are interested in her experience of the events that preceded and followed the 2003 Henry Kriete Letter, we discuss her experience in a new series called "Off the Record". In the Off the Record, we discuss personal experiences of loss, controversial issues, and Patreon Q&A. Patreon Members will also receive early access and exclusive access to content not released publicly.
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0:00 Intro 3:00 Why did you write "The Box Must Be Empty" 24:00 How did you come to the understanding that you were stuck in grief? 32:00 What things that muffle grief? What are things that provide voice for grief? 41:00 How do people find safety for their grief journey?
Marilyn's Website https://marilynkriete.com
Paradise Road: A Memoir
https://www.amazon.com/Paradise-Road-Memoir-Marilyn-Kriete-ebook/dp/B0912MW8PV/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=paradise+road&qid=1663074304&rnid=2941120011&s=books&sr=1-1
Is there a New Testament blueprint that marks who the true church is? Is there a pattern of New Testament culture that we are to imitate or is there more to the story? Every congregation wants to align themselves with the New Testament examples seen in scripture, but have we missed the story of God in the process? John Mark Hicks is a notable scholar in the Restoration Movement and joins the discussion as we discuss his book "Searching for the Pattern".
Off the Record is a new series that takes the conversation to a deeper level. In the Off the Record interviews we discuss personal experiences of loss, controversial questions, and Patreon Q&A. John Mark is the first of the new series! Patreon Members will also receive early access and exclusive access to content not released publicly. www. patreon.com/kylespears
0:00 Intro 2:50 John Mark's story 13:05 The Traditional Blueprint Method 30:00 The Narrative Reading Strategy 47:52 Where do you see the Restoration Movement right now? 54:20 How do we reconcile the Bible being divine vs being human? 1:00:00 What cultural issues have you noticed the Restoration churches struggling with?
John Mark's Website https://johnmarkhicks.com Searching for the Pattern https://www.amazon.com/Searching-Pattern-Journey-Interpreting-Bible/dp/1689634626/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2GN69XS75CFPV&keywords=John+mark+hicks&qid=1661811138&sprefix=john+mark+hicks%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-3
Around the Bible in 80 Days: The Story of God from Creation to New Creation https://www.amazon.com/Around-Bible-80-Days-Creation/dp/1684264618/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2GN69XS75CFPV&keywords=John+mark+hicks&qid=1661811138&sprefix=john+mark+hicks%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-2
Women Serving God https://www.amazon.com/Women-Serving-God-Journey-Understanding/dp/1735343307/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2GN69XS75CFPV&keywords=John+mark+hicks&qid=1661811138&sprefix=john+mark+hicks%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-1
How do we hold a both-and? One of the most concerning issues in our culture is the inability to hold two truths together at the same time. People are living in extremes and have become more reactive than ever. Hope joins the discussion to share about the concept of Radical Acceptance or Reality Acceptance through the model of Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
0:00 Intro 2:00 Hope's story 6:23 Where does DBT fit with other approaches? 12:30 Who is a good fit for DBT? 21:00 How do you structure your DBT classes? 27:00 What are the core concepts of DBT? 35:00 What is Wisemind? 38:00 What is Radical Acceptance?
Hope Peabody, MSW, LIMHP, is a licensed clinicial social worker, independent contractor, and partner with The Attachment and Trauma Center of Nebraska in Omaha. Although Crisis Intervention and treating symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is Hope’s area of expertise, she also has experience in a number of counseling areas. She is a trained Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) counselor who regularly facilitates DBT groups, and has level 2 training in EMDR. Prior to private practice, Hope was with YWCA Omaha as a sexual assault counselor and Clinical Coordinator. She has also provided in-home therapy and helped develop an aftercare program for incarcerated women. Hope has experience training area law enforcement, other mental health professionals, as well as medical personnel in the treatment of psychological trauma, particularly in the area of sexual assault. Hope earned her bachelor’s and master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
How do we hold a both-and? One of the most concerning issues in our culture is the inability to hold two truths together at the same time. People are living in extremes and have become more reactive than ever. Hope joins the discussion to share about the concept of Radical Acceptance or Reality Acceptance through the model of Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
0:00 Intro 2:00 Hope's story 6:23 Where does DBT fit with other approaches? 12:30 Who is a good fit for DBT? 21:00 How do you structure your DBT classes? 27:00 What are the core concepts of DBT? 35:00 What is Wisemind? 38:00 What is Radical Acceptance?
Hope Peabody, MSW, LIMHP, is a licensed clinicial social worker, independent contractor, and partner with The Attachment and Trauma Center of Nebraska in Omaha. Although Crisis Intervention and treating symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is Hope’s area of expertise, she also has experience in a number of counseling areas. She is a trained Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) counselor who regularly facilitates DBT groups, and has level 2 training in EMDR. Prior to private practice, Hope was with YWCA Omaha as a sexual assault counselor and Clinical Coordinator. She has also provided in-home therapy and helped develop an aftercare program for incarcerated women. Hope has experience training area law enforcement, other mental health professionals, as well as medical personnel in the treatment of psychological trauma, particularly in the area of sexual assault. Hope earned her bachelor’s and master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Adultery is one of the most damaging experiences a human being can endure. Infidelity not only affects our ability to trust others, but even more our ability to trust others. After the discovery we wonder to ourselves where do we turn? Kim Pullen is the creator of Hope for Spouses which has helped a multitude of individuals and marriages heal from betrayal. Kim shares her personal journey of recovery from betrayal and gives specific direction to those who feel clueless.
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0:00 Kim's story 4:00 What is the initial discovery like for partners? 8:15 What is the difference between a partner coming forward vs getting caught? 11:05 What are the various types of affairs? 18:00 Ways to respond after being betrayed? 28:00 How do we keep ourselves sane after a betrayal? 43:00 What does the forgiveness look like? 47:00 Coaching vs counseling
Hope for Spouses Website https://hopeforspouses.com
Hope for Spouses Network (Community) https://hopeforspouses.network
Do compulsive behaviors become better simply by becoming a Christian or is the issue more complex? Obsessions describe the mental battle and compulsions are the behavioral expression of this specific issue. Dr. Foluso provides a foundation for the clinical understanding of OCD and also addresses the spiritual dilemma many Christians face.
Please visit Dr. Foluso's YouTube channel for more content @Skillset Counseling
Visit Dr. Foluso's website for a free virtual consultation @ skillset counseling.com
0:00 What is OCD? 3:00 What are some misconceptions about OCD? 8:03 What is religious scrupulosity? 13:03 Are there any characteristics that are similar between Christians and those who struggle with OCD? 18:30 How might someone struggling with OCD interpret scripture?
Do compulsive behaviors become better simply by becoming a Christian or is the issue more complex? Obsessions describe the mental battle and compulsions are the behavioral expression of this specific issue. Dr. Foluso provides a foundation for the clinical understanding of OCD and also addresses the spiritual dilemma many Christians face.
Please visit Dr. Foluso's YouTube channel for more content @Skillset Counseling
Visit Dr. Foluso's website for a free virtual consultation @ skillset counseling.com
0:00 What is OCD? 3:00 What are some misconceptions about OCD? 8:03 What is religious scrupulosity? 13:03 Are there any characteristics that are similar between Christians and those who struggle with OCD? 18:30 How might someone struggling with OCD interpret scripture?
Going into the ministry is one of the most significant moments in a person's life. Leaving the ministry is an equally significant moment. There are more ministers leaving the ministry today than we've seen in recent history and we have a shortage of people entering the ministry. Ministry is challenging to say the least and yet it is something God values. Although there are ministers who have contributed to making things worse, there are many ministers who have made things better. There are many Spirit-led ministers who have the heart of Jesus who are contemplating leaving the ministry. Honestly, this is the last thing we need in churches. Marshall Meade is a journeyman who has been in ministry for decades and has left and returned several times. He joins the channel to share from his journey into and out of the ministry.
0:00 intro
8:43 What are some of the pressures that ministers face today?
18:00 How do social issues, politics, race, gender, generational issues affecting ministers?
28:00 What are some things that are misunderstood about being an evangelist?
40:00 Why is being a regular church member so beneficial for maturing ministers?
47:50 Is really okay if a person wants to get out of the ministry?
For Exclusive Access to all content become a Patreon Member www.patreon.com/kylespears What is emotional gaslighting? What are the signs? In what ways does it occur in churches and discipling relationships? Dr. Foluso joins the channel discuss the nuances of gaslighting. She is a licensed psychologist who helps those who are seeking to grow in the their faith and mental health. She has a YouTube channel called Skillset Counseling where she offers teaching and tools for those healing from church trauma and other issues. Please check out Dr. Foluso at skillsetcounseling.com for more information. 0:00 intro 6:21 How do you define gaslighting? 18:00 What does scripture have to say about gaslighting? 23:00 Are Job's friends an example of gaslighting? 26:36 How do faith communities infantilize their members through gaslighting? 32:00 Common catchphrases of gaslighting Boundaries by Cloud & Townsend Telling yourself the truth by William Backaus Untwisting the Scriptures by Rebecca Davis When Narcissism comes to church by Church Degrot
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What is Cancel Culture and why is so rampant? How should Christians approach the issue? Is cancelling people the same as setting healthy boundaries or different? David Jung joins the channel to discuss these questions and many more. One of the biggest issues is that we do not know how to deal with conflict in a healthy manner. David is a conflict-resolution expert who shares his knowledge on conflict and how it fuels cancel culture.
0:00 Intro 9:24 Why is conflict so challenging and what types of conflict exist? 25:55 Does interpersonal conflict drive our reactivity? 30:45 Why is Cancel Culture so rampant today? 39:00 How do the words we use trigger people to cancel us? 1:01 How do we set healthy boundaries through the lens of scripture? 1:05 What are our other options other than cancelling people?
David Jung will be facilitating a workshop on Conflict Resolution July 19-20 virtually! Register at https://ca.ctrinstitute.com/organizer/david-jung-mediation/
Resources: The Emotional Intelligence of Jesus- Oswald
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality- Scazzero
Peacemaker Series- Ken Sande
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Healing from emotional pain is some of the most challenging work that we face. Jim and Lindsey have not only participated in the journey of Soul Shepherding, but also help lead others through the program. Jim and Lindsey were recently entrusted to facilitate the "Soul Shepherding Institute" in Atlanta.
Topics covered:
-Spiritual Direction vs Discipleship
-What do Christians do when they hit the wall spiritually?
-Why are spiritual disciplines essential to growth?
-Christ Stages Map
Soul Shepherding is a program focused on spiritual direction which was created by Bill & Kristi Gaultiere.
Books: Journey of the Soul: A Practical Guide to Emotional and Spiritual Growth
Journey of the Soul: Leader Guide
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There have been some recent events that have taken place that I wanted to address. Why did I take the last video down? Why haven't I posted in a month? What do I have planned next?
I want to sincerely thank everyone for their support and encouragement during this challenging time.
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Finding a trauma specialist can be challenging to say the least. Where do we start? What do I look for? How long do I give it? In this video I attempt to provide information that will benefit those who need to see a trauma specialist.
0:00 Intro
2:47 How is trauma different?
5:13 What approaches are helpful with trauma?
7:02 Do I need to see a Christian Counselor?
10:48 What questions should I ask a trauma therapist?
12:55 So how do I find a trauma therapist?
EMDRIA https://www.emdria.org/find-an-emdr-therapist/
IFS https://ifs-institute.com/practitioners
Timeline Therapy http://www.cresendajones.com
Trainspotting https://brainspotting.com
NeurOptimal https://neuroptimal.com
TMS https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/transcranial-magnetic-stimulation/about/pac-20384625
The Attachment and Trauma Center of Nebraska http://www.atcnebraska.com
American Association of Christian Counselors https://www.aacc.net
AAMFT https://aamft.org/Directories/Find_a_Therapist.aspx
APA https://www.apa.org
NASW https://www.socialworkers.org
CACREP https://www.cacrep.org
APA (Psychiatry) https://www.psychiatry.org
Psychology Today https://www.psychiatry.org
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Basics of Trauma https://youtu.be/0DohhpIfa14
4 Types of Negative Thoughts https://youtu.be/KEbTto5fAHo
What is Ukraine Triggering in You? https://youtu.be/69CPJGEVEQc
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
What Happened to You? by Oprah Winfrey & Bruce Perry
Ministers Health Webinar https://www.disciplestoday.org/next-minister-s-health-webinar-sabbath-solitude-and-retreat
0:00 Intro
3:25 History of PTSD
5:05 Intrusive Memories
6:42 Avoidance
8:13 Negative Alterations
9:53 Hypervigilant
12:29 Effects on the brain
14:50 Treating PTSD
19:15 Upcoming content
What does the conflict in Ukraine trigger in you? What stress did you already have going into the situation? How have you been dealing with your stress?
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0:00 intro
1:53 Pacing
3:29 Window of Tolerance
6:02 Generational vs direct burdens
How do we share the gospel in a way that helps people rather than injures them? How will the church need to adapt the way it approaches evangelism?
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Daren currently serves as lead evangelist for the Seattle Church of Christ, where he and his wife Karla have served for the last 11 years. Daren has done some post-graduate work at Harding Graduate School of Theology, and will graduate in December with a Master's degree in Missional Leadership from Rochester University.
0:00 Intro
6:07 What do the scriptures teach about evangelism?
13:57 What are unhealthy evangelism practices?
28:28 Individualism and evangelism
34:20 Zeal and immaturity
35:00 Gifts and evangelism
44:56 How will the church have to adapt its methods moving forward?
51:29 Pressurizing people based on a timeline
1:00:00 Identity and unity
Dr. G. Steve Kinnard has served as an evangelist and teacher for more than thirty years. He has preached and taught the Bible on every continent. He received his undergraduate degree at Freed-Hardeman College and his Master of Divinity with Languages degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest. He then completed his Doctor of Ministry degree from Drew University. Steve and his wife, Leigh, minister in Rockland County, New York. Steve also serves as Adjunct Professor of Bible at Lincoln Christian University and Professor of Biblical Studies at the Rocky Mountain School of Ministry and Theology in Denver, Colorado. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 07:15 How does the OT & NT describe a teacher? 16:08 What does Jesus mean when he says "you have one teacher?" 27:20 How does our fellowship recognize develop teachers? 35:06 What is the difference between appointing or recognizing a teacher? 38:52 Do you have to become an evangelist to be recognized as a teacher? 39:20 What is a kingdom teacher? 43:49 Do teachers have to establish a certain amount of influence before they are recognized? 56:02 What are the qualifications of a teacher? Teacher's Conference February 24th-26th https://www.icocteacherconference.com Telios Journal https://www.teleiosjournal.com King Jesus Translation https://www.ipibooks.com/collections/g-steve-kinnard/products/the-king-jesus-new-testament Getting the Most from the Bible https://www.ipibooks.com/collections/g-steve-kinnard/products/getting-the-most-from-the-bible-2nd-ed Jesus and the Poor https://www.ipibooks.com/collections/g-steve-kinnard/products/jesus-and-the-poor
How do we begin to rebuild trust in our churches? There are many issues that churches are facing that weaken the bonds between Christians from politics, racial tension, and the pandemic. If there is a time to examine how to build trust, it is now. Todd joins the channel to discuss importance of trust in and amongst our churches. Todd will help us understand what factors build and erode trust between Christians. He will also help provide context for how trust can be rebuilt for those who have been hurt.
There is a fine line between being protective versus being controlling when it comes to nurturing those who are new to the faith. The need of the hour is maturity in a world of misinformation and social pressures. Fenton joins the channel to discuss the balance between amidst extremes. Fenton is in the full-time ministry leading a church in Georgia and shares insights into how to mature young Christians in a post-modern era.
Due to the overwhelming response to the interview with Lauren Peterson, I wanted to make sure we were thorough in answering further questions. Dr. Jennifer is one of the greatest resources in discussing intimacy and sexuality. We cover the issue of older singles, grief, cultural considerations, differing standards based on body type, masturbation as a single, the male perspective, and the way leadership has shaped purity culture.
She will also be sharing about her recent book release aimed at helping marriages heal and mature in the expression of their intimacy.
Her most recent book "Ransomed Journey" https://www.amazon.com/Ransomed-Journey-Couples-Recovery-Addiction/dp/B09HG6KD7Q/ref=sr_1_4?crid=34J44RW2W48D2&keywords=jennifer+konzen&qid=1641304813&sprefix=jennifer+konzen%2Caps%2C152&sr=8-4
Redeemed Sexuality: A Guide to Sexuality for Christian Singles, Campus Students, Teens, and Parents https://www.amazon.com/Redeemed-Sexuality-Christian-Singles-Students/dp/1595559515/ref=sr_1_3?qid=1641305535&refinements=p_27%3ADr.++Jennifer+Konzen&s=books&sr=1-3&text=Dr.++Jennifer+Konzen https://www.amazon.com/Art-Intimate-Marriage-Christian-Intimacy/dp/0692730702/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1641305664&refinements=p_27%3ADr.++Jennifer+Konzen&s=books&sr=1-2&text=Dr.++Jennifer+Konzen
www.theartofintimatemarriage.com/
Lauren is a counselor who has experience in the ministry and now specializes in helping couples with intimacy and connection. She joins the channel to discuss her perspective on how purity culture has shaped the way marriages experience intimacy. She also addresses how to talk your children about sexuality in a healthy way.
Singles/Parents: Redeemed Sexuality by Tim and Dr. Jennifer Konzen https://www.christianbook.com/redeemed-sexuality-christian-singles-students-parents/tim-konzen/9781595543516/pd/543516?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=books-0-20%7C543516&p=1179710&utm_source=google&dv=c&gclid=Cj0KCQiAnuGNBhCPARIsACbnLzohwrPaK_EaMPNe5sAQVxPnierx4NIvSXWu_PDzHbdzcYZ_naTrukgaAme0EALw_wcB
Soul Virgins by Doug Rosenau https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Virgins-Redefining-Single-Sexuality/dp/0985810718
Unwanted by Jay Stringer https://www.amazon.com/Unwanted-Sexual-Brokenness-Reveals-Healing/dp/1631466720/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=unwanted&qid=1639515342&s=books&sr=1-1
Married Individuals: The Art of Intimate Marriage by Tim and Dr. Jennifer Konzen https://www.amazon.com/Art-Intimate-Marriage-Christian-Intimacy/dp/0692730702/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=art+of+intimate+marriage&qid=1639515376&s=books&sr=1-2
Restoring the Pleasure by Clifford and Joyce Pennerhttps://www.amazon.com/Restoring-Pleasure-Thomas-Nelson/dp/0718077555/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=restoring+the+pleasure&qid=1639515436&s=books&sr=1-1 Ministers:
Sex, God and the Conservative Church by Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers https://www.amazon.com/Conservative-Church-Tina-Schermer-Sellers/dp/1138674982/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1639515494&sr=1-3
Pure by Linda Kay Klein https://www.amazon.com/Pure-Inside-Evangelical-Movement-Generation/dp/150112482X/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=pure&qid=1639515558&s=books&sr=1-5
Sean is Professor of Social Work at King University. He will join the channel to share from his findings regarding burn out and trauma. His research has profound implications for Counselors, Social workers, and Ministers. Check out the link provided for this for this video on Sean's website: seanstjean.com/kylespears
Dr. Christopher Habben is a former president of the Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and joins the channel to discuss his perspective on how mental health and faith coincide together. He has a unique perspective as he has formal theological training as well as clinical training in the field of Psychology.
After graduating from the University of Florida, Jeanie Shaw went into the ministry, helping women learn to apply the Bible to real life. She has taught classes and workshops worldwide on issues such as marriage, parenting, leadership, and spiritual growth. For eight years Jeanie served as a vice president for HOPE Worldwide, working particularly with orphans and the elderly in New England and Europe. Jeanie has written numerous books for adults as well as for children. She has four grown children and eight grandchildren. An aging Grace https://www.ipibooks.com/collections/jeanie-shaw/products/an-aging-grace Spiritual Leadership for Women https://www.ipibooks.com/collections/jeanie-shaw/products/spiritual-leadership-for-women When the Chicken Hits the Fan https://www.ipibooks.com/collections/jeanie-shaw/products/when-the-chicken-hits-the-fan
Rolan Monje (BD, MMin, DMin) serves as an evangelist and teacher. He is professor of Hebrew and Old Testament at Rocky Mountain School of Ministry and Theology in Colorado and Director of Asia-Pacific Leadership Academy in Manila. Rolan heads an international teaching ministry that has taken him to some 40 countries across 6 continents. He has also written 5 books. His research interests converge on Old Testament theology and languages. He and his wife, Weng, make their home in Manila. They have two daughters. Into the Psalms: Verses for the heart, music for the soul https://www.ipibooks.com/ After the Storm: Hope & Healing from Ezra-Nehemiah https://www.ipibooks.com/ Rolan's website: addtoyourlearning.com
Tammy has been working with the Grief Recovery Institute to bring the Grief Recovery Method® to Russian-speaking countries. She also has years of working in the ministry. She is an Advanced Grief Recovery Method® Specialist, certified by the Grief Recovery Institute. She is the author of a devotional book entitled "Mornings in Matthew". She will join the channel to gives us a deeper teaching on grief and recovery.
How we approach our ministers matters to God as does their calling to lay down their lives for the church. There are many situations that have increased the tension felt by ministers and members. Wade joins the channel to discuss a minister's perspective and how to best approach difficult issues with your minister. Originally from Colorado, Wade is a recent transplant to San Diego where he is serving the Pomerado Region of the San Diego Church of Christ. He was baptized in 1987 off the campus of CU boulder and was blessed to have spent all but two of those years in Denver. Wade married the love of his life, Debbie Davis, in 1992. They love their three adult daughters McKenzie, Chandler and Alexis; all of whom are growing in their own walk with God as faithful disciples! Wade and Debbie went into the ministry in 1990 and served 24 years for the Denver Church of Christ where they were appointed an Evangelist and Women’s Ministry leader in 2000 and Wade as an Elder in 2017. From 2016 to 2019 they joyfully worked for HOPEww but felt called back to full time ministry which is how they made their way to San Diego in 2019. Wade holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Colorado and a master’s degree in Community Counseling from Denver Seminary. He is a Licensed Professional Therapist and has extensive experience in marital and premarital counseling, family dynamics, anger management and substance abuse. He holds certificates in Domestic violence counseling, both group and individual crisis interventions and pre-marriage assessments. Wade co-chairs the diversity and inclusion team of the Sand Diego Church of Christ and is the staff liaison for our HOPE worldwide chapter. Some of Wade’s favorite hobbies include golf, volleyball, traveling and home improvements.
Diane Langberg is a practicing psychologist whose clinical expertise includes 45 years of working with trauma survivors and clergy. She speaks internationally on topics related to trauma, ministry and the Christian life. Diane will join the channel and answer more advanced aspects of trauma. She will give insight into how spiritual abuse happens on an institutional level.
Cresenda is an author, Counselor, Master NLP Coach, & Time Line Therapy® Master Practitioner. She has experience and expertise in working with trauma and spirituality. Cresenda joins the channel to discuss her recently released book Spiritual Transformation: Emotional Intelligence and Freedom. http://www.cresendajones.com/
Ken graduated with his Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2009 following five years of experience at Healthy Families Counseling and Support working with couples to help them gain skills and tools necessary to achieve strong attachment bonds with each other. Ken also has two years at Willowbrook working with kids that have severe behavioral and mental health diagnosis. Ken completed his bachelor’s degree through Mid America Nazarene University in Olathe, KS and his Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Friends University in Kansas City. Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT)is a lens that Ken prefers to look through when doing couples work as he believes that EFT attends to the secure attachment necessary for healthy relationships. As a Certified Sexual Addictions Therapist Ken works with addictions of all kinds helping people reknit trust when trust has been breached. Married for 16 years with a 9 year old daughter and a six year old son, Ken delights in his family and exploring the world with them. Ken's email- ken@aspen-kc.com
The BEMA Podcast was launched in 2016, making it accessible to a global audience. He began to develop BEMA Discipleship as a way to share his experience with others. He will join the channel to discuss how biblical ritual functions in scripture helping us to better understand ritual in NT context. We will discuss the concept of legalism and it's impact on today's church.
Gordon Ferguson has been preaching God's Word since 1970. He is one of the well-known Bible Teacher's in the ICOC. Gordon joins the channel to discuss details from his new book God are we Good? People are struggling to answer fundamental questions about salvation. He answers difficult questions to help equip us better.
Janus and Melissa Abello both serve as Evangelist and Women's Ministry Leader in Columbia, MO. They have been married nine years and have two children, their angel baby Naomi and Ruth who is two years old. They have been in the ministry for over eleven years. Melissa also works part time as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Janus and Melissa join the show to discuss their journey of grief, infertility, and healing while in the ministry. They share practicals for those grieving and as well how to support those in the church.
Robert Carrillo served as CEO of HOPE worldwide for 4 years and now is finishing a Doctorate in Spiritual formation at Fuller Seminary. He is an Evangelist and Teacher with the Los Angeles Church of Christ serving as part of the leadership team and ICOC Teacher's Committee. He will be joining the channel to discuss how the church will need to approach evangelization moving forward.
Ellen is a faithful Christian woman, wife, and mother. Ellen is also same-sex attracted. While growing up in a Christian home, Ellen and her family had to navigate the nuances of her sexual orientation. Ellen is married to the love of her life, Paul, and together, they also have to navigate the unique realities of her sexual orientation and her past as a lesbian. Ellen has a BA in Interpersonal Communication from East Carolina University and an MA in Counseling from Harding School of Theology. For over 10 years she has walked alongside individuals as they navigate the joys and difficulties of striving for sexual purity as outlined by the historically Christian perspective of the Biblical sexual ethic. For over 7 years, Ellen has served on the volunteer staff of the Strength in Weakness Ministry, an organization that strives to bridge the gap between the LGBTQ+ community and God's church through awareness, education, and support. Ellen has helped countless individuals and families navigate the tender topics of sexual identity and gender identity.
My website (consultation): https://heartsetabove.com/
SIW : https://www.strengthinweakness.org/
Caring Beyond the Margins Book: https://www.strengthinweakness.org/product-page/caring-beyond-the-margins
Gay and Christian? (new book): https://www.ipibooks.com/collections/guy-hammond/products/gay-christian
David Pocta is a Christian Spirituality Scholar, public speaker, and ministry trainer. He spent the first twenty-six years of his career serving in full-time ministry with his wife, Beth, in the International Churches of Christ in the USA and Africa. The Poctas devoted the majority of that time to training ministry leaders and parents about family-based church cultures. David holds a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, a Master’s Degree in Bible and Ministry, and hopes to finish his PhD in Christian Contemporary Spirituality in 2022. His research interests include the spiritual journey, secularity, biblical spirituality and Christian mysticism. His working title for his dissertation is, “Lost at Sea: Why So Few Wandering Christians Find Their Way Home." Teleios Journal- teleiosjournal.com Disciples Center for Education- disciplescenterforeducation.org Lost at Sea Lecture Series- https://ost.edu/event/lost-at-sea/2021-10-21/
Jason Alexander, his wife, Justine, and their daughter, Hannah, live in Puyallup, WA, where he serves as a pastor for the South Sound Church of Christ. Jason is an expert in OT Theology and will be providing a deeper teaching on the Sabbath.
Michael is one of the most recognizable voices regarding race relations in our churches. Michael is an incredible teacher, writer, and speaker. He joins the show to discuss his recent sabbatical and perspective about racial reconciliation.
Joel is one of the most sought after ministers specializing in Sabbath practices. Joel founded "Waters of Rest" ministry designed to help ministers find rest and renewal through sabbaticals and sabbath rest. He joins the show to provide education about this critical discipline.
Sabbatical Resources:
Leading on Empty… Wayne Cordeiro Clergy Renewal… A. Richard Bullock, Richard J. Bruesehoff Sabbaticals… Rusty McKie Journeying Toward Renewal… Melissa Bane Sevierhttp://media.focusonthefamily.com/pastoral/pdf/PAS_Sabbaticals.pdfhttps://crosspointministry.comhttp://leadercareonline.com/www.soulshepherding.orghttp://www.lifeandleadership.com/ministry-resources/self-care-for-church-leaders.htmlSpiritual Retreat ResourcesSilence and Solitude… Ruth Haley BartonSacred Rhythms… Ruth Haley BartonInvitation to Retreat… Ruth Haley Bartonwww.transformingcenter.orgSabbath ResourcesEmotionally Healthy Church… Peter ScazzeroZeal Without Burnout… Christopher Ash and Alistair Begg Sabbath Keeping… Lynne BaabThe Sabbath… Abraham Joshua HeschelKeeping the Sabbath Wholly… Marva J. DawnDaily Office… Peter ScazzeroSabbath as Resistance… Walter BrueggemannSabbath…Wayne MullerReceiving the Day… Dorothy C. BassThe Listening Life… Adam McHughClergy Burnout… Fred LehrLeading the Congregation (Caring for Yourself While Serving the People)… Roger Heuser, Norman ShawchuckSubversive Sabbath… AJ SwobodaStrengthening the Soul of Your Leadership… Ruth Haley BartonYour Life in Rhythm… Bruce MillerRhythms of Renewal… Rebekah LyonsThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry… John Mark Comerwww.emotionallyhealthy.org
Suzette Lewis is a Women’s Ministry Leader and works in the Co-Leadership of the Toronto Church of Christ alongside her husband Andrew. She has experience working with Violence Against Women, Children and Youth and teaching as a College Professor. She is a Qualified Mediator and Trainer of Restorative Practices and Victim Offender Reconciliation.
Matina joins the show to discuss the research trends of how kids and teens develop spiritually. The question of why teens stay or leave creates tremendous confusion and concern. Matina gives us core concepts to focus on as we raise children in the church.
Dr. Jacoby joins the show to discuss the various ways scripture is misinterpreted. The interview discusses the reality of trauma and its effect on interpretation. For more information about Dr. Jacoby's ministry go to www.douglasjacoby.com
Bill Moulden did research on the pattern of discipleship for his dissertation. He serves as a Teacher and Evangelist in the St. Louis area. He talks about the biblical pattern of discipling relationships and how we oftentimes miss the point. He provides clarity for how people can repair after being damaged by poor discipling experiences.
Brandle Easter has an incredible testimony of God working in spite of the tremendous odds. Having endured a challenging life in the streets and now serving as a minister, Brandle helps us consider the different ways we can connect with those of a different background.
Trauma is chaotic! There are 4 main types of Negative Cognitions to consider when attempting to organize our trauma. EMDR has a helpful approach to sorting what type of negative thought is connected with a traumatic experience. Link to the Negative Cognitions worksheet https://www.pinterest.com/pin/5167177...
Trauma has become a buzzword in society as well as churches. Does the bible specifically speak about trauma or is it a purely psychology theory? This video will give a brief overview of topics to be discussed in future videos. Book Recommendations: Bible Through the Lens of Trauma by Elizabeth Boase and Christopher G. Frechette Psalms: Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching James L. Mays The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma Bessel van der Kolk Holy Resilience: The Bible's Traumatic Origins David M. Carr Bearing the Unbearable: Trauma, Gospel, and Pastoral Care Deborah van Deusen Hunsinger Trauma, Meaning, and Spirituality: Translating Research Into Clinical Practice Crystal L. Park, PhD, Joseph M. Currier, PhD, J. Irene Harris, PhD, and Jeanne M. Slattery, PhD When People are Big and God is Small Edward T. Welch
2021 will not give us skills we didn't get in 2020. The ability to lower people's defenses and help people open up is the need of the hour. Here are three ways to keep a discussion more organized and effective especially when the topic is tense.
One of the biggest issues in the church is the issue of attachment-based conflict. When people have long-standing resentment or leave churches there are core issues that are usually over-looked. This video looks at the issue of reenactment under the reactivity. It also validates the need to focus on childhood attachment style vs adult attachment style in our discipleship of one another. Resources: How we Love by Milan and Kay Yerkovich https://howwelove.com/love-style-quiz Article mentioned: Intimate relationships: adult attachment style and attachment to God. 1993. Kim F. Weiner University of Massachusetts Amherst
Does Attachment theory blend or contradict what the scriptures say? You may be surprised what the answer actually is. This is a two part series in Attachment Style and Spirituality.
This month we will be hearing from ministers in the midwest, "Midwest May". Tim Schmidt is an evangelist in a church in Northwest Arkansas and will be sharing his story of loss and perseverance in the ministry.
How do we heal from trauma on a spiritual level? What do you do when people who love God aren't loving toward you? Dr. Konzen is a specialist who understands trauma clinically and biblically. She addresses the issue of wounds amongst Christians in the church with scripture and real-world application.
Robin has authored Secure in Heart, Eve's Song, and Grace Calls. Robin has expertise in emotional healing at a spiritual level. The discussion will focus on how to preserve our dignity while providing discipleship for our hearts. For more information visit www.purityrestored.com
Steve joins to discuss some of reasons why there is tension between the generations. He specifically addresses issue with leadership, elders, and teachers. He also discussed tension with the evangelist role in the church. He spells out how someone in the younger generation can create change in the older and vice versa.
Trauma distorts the view of God we should have. Steve Saindon gives us a restored view of God's grace in his new book "Better Than Wine". He gives biblical reasons for why we should think of ourselves in a more positive light. He has over 30 years in the ministry and is just getting started!
In this episode we explore the impact of shame on a person's life and how to overcome shame biblically.
This episode focuses on the basics of trauma on a biological level. Trauma can seem like a daunting topic but this first installment will simply the major themes.