Welcome to The Mark Casto Podcast!

Important Links:

Mark's Fall Reading List - https://shorturl.at/ikA37 

Read Mark's Book - The Shepherd's Tent: How To Embrace Rest In God Amid A Chaotic World

https://amzn.to/3ZjMeeZ

Mark Casto shares his personal journey of leaving the ministry and finding a new way of life rooted in identity and authenticity. He discusses the dangers of finding identity in what you do rather than knowing who you truly are. Mark emphasizes the importance of intimacy with Jesus and the need to break free from the treadmill of performance. He introduces the concept of the "rhythm of the realm of rest" and invites listeners to join him on a journey of discovering a new way of life.

Key Takeaways:

Finding identity in what you do instead of knowing who you truly are leads to anxiety, stress, and burnout.

Ministry success should not come at the expense of personal growth and intimacy with Jesus.

The journey to wholeness and authenticity requires revolutionary decisions and a willingness to break free from the expectations of others.

The Song of Songs is a book of divine romance that can reform the way we see evangelism, spiritual warfare, and our own identity.

The love of God is the foundation for finding rest, peace, and joy in life.