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Much like tending a garden or farming crops, living a life of enduring faith takes a much intentional work. Rick and Michael explore nuanced truths that Jesus lays out in the Parable of the Sower (Luke 8). It can be tempting to quickly read this passage and put yourself into a certain category; however, taking time to assess the true condition of the soil of your heart is extremely important. 

We must also be on guard from the subtitles of the enemy who is always working to steal, kill, and destroy in our lives. One of the areas under attack is our ability to receive the word of God and bring it to mature fruit.  Join us as we discuss a few of the ways we can recognize these attacks and practical ways to apply God's truths to our daily lives.

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Mentioned during the Podcast:

Develop Sound Fundamental with Rich Tuttle (Nudge Ministries): https://youtu.be/1X9p6TuatG4?si=r3gkw9CGOcoGc0Jb

Learn more about Nudge: https://nudgeministries.org

Word Hand illustration: https://www.navigators.org/resource/the-word-hand/

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We live in a world full of high standards, high expectations, and high demands. While well intentioned, this mentality can drive an unhealthy pace in life. 

It's human nature to highlight our strengths, but when is the last time you boasted in having low expectations and low standards? Consider Jesus, who, in Matthew 11, told his disciples “…I am gentle and lowly in heart…"

Rick and Michael talk about the power of slowing down, resting, and learning to enjoy the process, not the results. In this approach, we can find joy, peace, and satisfaction in life and in our relationship with Jesus Christ. 

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We are all uniquely gifted and talented by God. In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul tells us about the different types of spiritual gifts. When we understand our spiritual gift(s), we can then discern with the help of the Holy Spirit how to apply and use them to influence the world around us for the furtherance of the Gospel.

Aside from the spiritual gifts, we are all also talented in different ways with practical means to engage people in our every day lives.

This episode is a recording of a talk Michael gave during a Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Wrestling breakfast. He shares a personal story of his testimony, and encourages the audience to keep pursuing their calling in Christ in the midst of hardship, trials, and being weary.

While this message was for a crowd of wrestlers, it’s applicable to anyone who desires to be used by the Lord. It takes a tremendous amount of perseverance to accomplish the plans of the Lord, but it’s worth it.

Do you know what your gift(s) are? How are you using them?

Learn more about FCA Wrestling-Georgia
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Fundamentals are the building block for any endeavor in life. Whether it’s sports, academics, or work — if we want to excel, we must master the fundamentals. But what about your faith? Are you Stagnate? Bored? Do you know the 5 fundamentals for growing in relationship with Jesus Christ? 

We are joined once again by Rich Tuttle — founder of Nudge Ministries. He talks us through some practical yet vitally important ways to develop sound fundaments in our faith. When put into action, these will change your life!

Check out the “Faith Hand” by Navigators here

Learn more about Nudge Ministries at https://nudgeministries.org/

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Building off their last conversation "Are You Looking for a King?", Michael and Rick discuss the importance of choosing which kingdom to operate in. There are temptations of the world to live and abide by earthly principles—which typically means putting self first. However, we all have the choice to live by a different standard. In this episode, you’ll gain a better understanding of the significance of the inverted pyramid, and how this concept applies to every component of our lives.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/vQzAWXVRS6s

Mentioned in the Podcast:
*Kyle Snyder FCA Wrestling Interview: https://youtu.be/1MW6swplqMo?si=D2iFkqCSE-56UwwF

*Gene Davis "What it Takes to Endure:  https://youtu.be/5MFgo-ZihSE?si=MyubdVrHTXqNSH2o

*Are You Looking for a King?:  https://youtu.be/PqMgU4qjOMw

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Whether we realize it or not, we all crown elements of our lives king. These kings can represent things like safety, stability, popularity, gratification—and while they may not be inherently bad or wrong, these  cannot sit higher in our lives than the King. We discuss the importance of keeping relationship with Jesus Christ, our eternal King, first and foremost.  We also dive into the idea of living a balanced life versus giving things and people preeminence in our lives. Michael and Rick engage in thought provoking conversation, encouraging each other and listeners to keep pursuing purpose and calling in Christ our Lord.

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We're On the Podium (again) with Josh Peterson, where we talk about our collective journey to the 100 Mile Ultra-Marathon. The path to an ultra is long and difficult, filled with plenty of highs and lows. During our conversation, we also talk about how this mentality applies to life and faith. The importance of simply showing up in the small things, finding joy in the mundane, and committing to the grind.

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We're On the Podium with Gene Davis -- 1976 Olympic Bronze Medalist and 3x All American (4th, 1st, 3rd) in 1965-67 out of Oklahoma State. Gene and his wife Frances joined Athletes in Action in 1968, and have have since taken the Gospel around the world. They are still in the ministry today, focusing on discipleship and relationships. We talk at length about what it took to endure over the course of his life--in faith, marriage and ministry.

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Finding the right balance in life can be a challenge, but understanding the difference between being DRIVEN and FAITHFUL is really important. Rick and Michael look at Genesis 11-12  as a starting point for discussion, and have some honest dialogue about the struggles they face in life--in their jobs, family, and faith.

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We’re On the Podium with Reverend Rich Tuttle — founder of Nudge Ministries. We focus our discussion around the importance of relationships as a way to share the love of Christ in our daily interactions. Tune in to learn about the ESPN, HS + HS + HS, and the Paul — Timothy —Titus models for relationships and discipleship, as well as the importance of humility. 

The purpose of Nudge is Gently nudging people a little closer to Jesus and assisting Christians to more effectively demonstrate and communicate the love of Christ locally, regionally, and globally.

Learn more at https://nudgeministries.org

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