A Beautiful Mess: Recent Episodes
Mark Morris
As we grow into middle adulthood we get to a place where we realize that the mess of our lives isn’t an aberration, it’s just life. We learn that life doesn’t need to be perfect or turn out exactly like we expected for it to be beautiful, fulfilling, and flourishing.
A Beautiful Mess is where we take a breath, and live in the moment, this moment, in the actual life we are living - not grasping for the life we expected. But finding joy and beauty in our walk with Jesus right now, in the middle of all of the noise.
In this episode, we finish up our series working through Jon Tyson's excellent book The Burden is Light. If you have any questions please reach out to mmorris@centerpoint.faith.
In this episode I dive into chapter 7 of Jon Tyson's great book The Burden is Light. This chapter is about how we must overcome pride with humility if we are to enter into the freedom that we have available in Jesus.
In this episode we return from a long holiday hiatus and dive back into Jon Tyson's book 'The Burden is Light. This time we look at chapter 6: Judgment and mercy. Questions? Contact Mark at mmorris@centerpoint.faith
In this episode we look at chapter 5 of Jon Tyson's book 'The Burden is Light.' This chapter is about living lives of passion for King Jesus. I hope it is helpful for you as you continue to run after Jesus.
Questions? Email me a mmorris@centerpoint.faith
In this episode we look at chapter 4 of Jon Tyson's book 'The Burden is Light' that is all about living as agents of blessing by recognizing our identity as blessed. This sets us free from cursing others and into the flourishing life if Christ.
Questions? Email me at mmorris@centerpoint.faith
In this episode we dive into chapter 3 of The Burden is Light by Jon Tyson. We are talking about how we step into full, abundant life as we let go of control and step into surrender to King Jesus.
Questions? Email Mark at
mmorris@centerpoint.faith
In this episode we dive into chapter 2 of John Tyson's book The Burden is Light. This chapter is about breaking free from the tyranny of competition and living lives of compassion.
Questions? Contact Mark at mmorris@centerpoint.faith
In this episode we talk about chapter 1 of Jon Tyson's book 'The Burden is Light.' It's all about getting free from the trap of comparison and I hope that it is helpful for you.
Contact me at mmorris@centerpoint.faith
In this episode we talk about how to come more fully into alignment with what our good, good Father thinks about us. We begin a series of episodes looking at John Tyson's book The Burden is Light.
The other book we recommend is How to Stop the Pain by James Richards.
Reach out to Mark at mmorris@centerpoint.faith
In this episode Mark talks about why healthy community and relationships are so important for a flourishing life. He also invites you to come and have some coffee and listen to a record with him.
Questions? Feedback? Reach out a mmorris@centerpoint.faith
In this episode I tackle the difficult transition of our kids leaving home. Often referred to as Empty-Nest syndrome, there is still challenge even when we have a kid left at home. In addition, we look at a fascinating article talking about what animals Americans think they could beat in unarmed combat.
Resources:
- YouGov: Rumble in the Jungle
- 5 Signs and Symptoms of Empty Nest Syndrome by Amy Morin
- The Ups and Downs of Being an Empty-Nester
In this episode we look at an article by Laura De Jong called Let's Argue it Out. You can find it on blog.refromedjournal.com at this link https://blog.reformedjournal.com/2021/08/05/lets-argue-it-out/
I also talk about my current favorite album. It's so good!
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In this episode we look at a great job opportunity for taco lovers, discuss why Middle Adults are called Olympus at Centerpoint, and share some opportunities for connection that are coming up.
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Contact Mark at mmorris@centerpoint.faith
A Beautiful Mess is where we take a breath, and live in the moment, this moment, in the actual life we are living - not grasping for the life we expected. But finding joy and beauty in our walk with Jesus right now, in the middle of all of the noise.
Links and Resources From This Episode:
- Atlanta woman wakes to find African serval on her bed LINK
- 6 iconic movies that follow the hero’s journey LINK
- An Incomplete Guide to the Rest of Your Lifeby Stan Gaede
- How to Stop the Pain by James Richards
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