To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/n5nt4boiFbs?si=KueR7RsaSMs2IoOb

PDF for episode: https://gfischool.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/meaningful-life.pdf

In this episode, John and Mark discuss the components of a meaningful life. In life, everyone has a need to belong, to feel worthy, and to know they are competent. The problem is when we are living in self, we are trying to get from others what we already have in Christ. We act and perform to get positive feedback, to be validated, and to get our needs met. It is good for all of us to ask, "Am I working hard to get from others what can only be fulfilled by God?" In Christ, no "hooks" are necessary.

If you need counseling or coaching, please email us at [email protected]

To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/y5W-7T4PlMs?si=f7E7miSdWRFAEJ6k

In this episode, Mark and John discuss Christ's role as Lamb, Life, Liberator, and Leader. The guys show the Romans Road for Discipleship Counseling outlined in the Old Testament, Romans, and the Book of Ephesians. This podcast helps to see how Grace Fellowship International plays a part in the church and counseling. Dr. Solomon would say that when a lost person comes to the church, we take them to the cross. However, when a Christian comes to the church with issues, we give them a referral. Christ and the Cross is the answer for everyone! The truth sets us free from the deceptions that have bound us. Do not let the world press you into its mold. Everyone needs grace discipleship. Toward the end of the podcast, Dr. John tells the parable of the sailboat. Rowing a boat with the anchor set is defeat, and we must hoist the sail, which is our identification in Christ. We are set free when the anchor is pulled. Christ is our power and freedom.

For a PDF of this document, email [email protected]

Cultivating a NEW Marriage Episode 19.

Links:

Phil Jones audio download of Joshua: https://grace-fellowship-international.myshopify.com/products/joshua-victorious-christian-living-audio-download

GFI Apple App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id6446342103

GFI Android App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.subsplashconsulting.s_S8HP79

To watch this episode on YouTube, click here: https://youtu.be/BkZXcNeDKYs?si=b_lOdhhgknLwWuRH

In this podcast, Mark and Dr. John have a conversation with evangelist/revivalist John Van Gelderen. In this conversation, we discuss revival, the church, and the importance of the Spirit-filled life. John is the president of Revival Focus Ministries. https://www.revivalfocus.org

His book, "The Gospel to Saints," can be purchased here: https://www.revivalfocus.org/product/the-gospel-to-saints/

John has other books available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-Van-Gelderen/author/B08WQ18965?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1738861120&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Charles Trumbull book, "Victory in Christ:" https://www.amazon.com/Victory-Christ-Trumbull-Charles-Paperback/dp/B011821T2G/ref=sr_1_3?crid=QA9L9OHREQHD&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.UpHceiRTsjvvoU0zqWGVLZ314eGbHvq8FdfT0AnsdXFEtD3ZAzRZ6amLA_Z2_QLvcfgZv8EJbp9Em-bSNgH7_g4TL16KStm2NNrKa61yhncBD_XxPMC2hTiiw7x2fUuao6K6j7gl9c7q-sPvfAKnfA.Sd-aGB5QNhjCvN-w8nOWBviAg9aqLnXd-50veDBCXnw&dib_tag=se&keywords=victory+in+christ+charles+trumbull&qid=1738861382&sprefix=Trumbull+vic%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-3

In this podcast, Mark and John discuss the importance of Christ-Centered Soul Care. All believers are called to love and serve others. We define redemptive compassion and offer practical ways to help people, such as counseling attitudes and listening skills. In this episode, the guys also discuss the differences between being an encourager, a discipler, and a counselor. If you would like a PDF of today's notes, please email [email protected]. Thank you to Garrett Higbee and W.H. Hunt for the additional information included in this episode.

Links:

To watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mSId4p4gglU?si=YoRYmpjTeuzssGF6

Mark's New Book: https://grace-fellowship-international.myshopify.com/products/who-do-you-think-you-are

Season 3 of Glimpses of Grace starts with Mark and John discussing the circle of serenity. To watch Glimpses of Grace, use this YouTube link: https://youtu.be/9PaJ-szxT14

In this episode, the guys discuss controlling what you can control and dealing with the things that are beyond your control. It is very important to take responsibility for the things in our control, to live in the present, and to make the most of the opportunities in front of us. We are to accept what cannot be changed and leave with God what is beyond our control. In this podcast, Mark and John will discuss how we do this. We have to change our "What ifs to nevertheless!"

Links

Show Notes: https://elcmatters.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/the-circle-of-serenity_jbw.pdf

Book: E. Stanley Jones "In Christ." https://www.amazon.com/Christ-Devotions-Every-Day-Year-ebook/dp/B075G9LR88/ref=sr_1_7?crid=JU44UXVM4U48&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.K_eLJQT7SI3fhPis2HkjeunqwlTfyTmk1WZXFhfqD666BagAqst6m-RO9N5WkJngq-y2vA4sfC1tVxmkRFlZAM7gj_U3lKGjwzi30kcv0Fjw4ncjMnZkytIN93JsuNxfSuaYeoYNU4e9uYF4cewzSzZ7-ofV8UtuGQilJ44LQo5VrwJFS-l85Q6PsVgnyboNVmiB0Px4cGThRMh6KH3foIEuqEx7VYJBwnMHcDFSlN8.o0uHElMmoZ7EoU6Oia317q6d8veB7FGcuDfwSe7JenQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=in+christ&qid=1734985434&sprefix=in+christ%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-7

In this episode, Dr. John and Mark define the incarnation and discuss why it is important. There is no atonement without the incarnation, therefore, no victory! Mark and John spend time discussing how the incarnation impacts us, even today. Notes are available for this podcast, and you can request them by emailing [email protected]. In this podcast, Marks asks believers worldwide to pray for one another. From GFI, we want to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Links:

Book: Leanne Payne "The Healing Presence." https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Presence-Curing-Through-Christ/dp/080105348X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1BS2Z19JIECLS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QjoPkDp03WrM_FXzwU4SjRLk3EPRIBI-CVPm6Og5hmPnCjLJAlHtKTRyfLpY6j5UJACdtb5biGZSaiUr3X1ge9tr2KXXE3O5clfwWl3BfHa5Ang698zccLS2d7Gn3fW-VvSFr1D5oAUWYQppLhOqBHWkBZNAtj75e-5tJJZO34U.h3XKofx2NB50PmfSh1TWQh_ZmcKn4p5n-cKTeuRq-ZA&dib_tag=se&keywords=leanne+payne+the+healing+presence&qid=1734973212&sprefix=leanne+payne%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-1

Book: C. S. Lewis "Miracles." https://www.amazon.com/Miracles-C-S-Lewis-ebook/dp/B002BY77FY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3ATF7ZEH25Q95&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.o3EVvepox-qIHd9FyuP0GzZ79vgNbgo2xFp3J2FrVbUHDq0UUdEZDLWVkbiVe-sgk91iX5gHrez-yNhqX9c8jko8QHYTRDmH-YH1gMMhxVMewBoCZQx6Na5PyBqhJIXivo5Jf1XY8GKhtKuU0Ets8n3W535k8KM1lq-FvG9jU-Jmm1cYp0AD0AOtl6pqtmGHYIntQrZXeUOJscHPhuL7wbcv87CZtoryrAKzPnK1_tw.bECOYAs6uY6gWGpctJ0Ztj2LqB0LqSfeaftYlo_A-BU&dib_tag=se&keywords=cs+lewis+miracles&qid=1734973255&sprefix=cs+lewis+miracles%2Caps%2C160&sr=8-1

Join us for GFI's 2024 year-end review. In this special episode, Mark and John reflect on God's faithfulness throughout the year and celebrate ministry milestones. We hope you are encouraged, equipped, and uplifted as we look back with gratitude and forward with hope.

To watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iCmjugjBdDE?si=a1tqWIKLQgWM6tWK

In this part of the interview, Dr. Gregory speaks of his time serving with Dr. Charles Stanley and his friendship with Dr. Charles Solomon. For more information on Dr. Gregory, please visit https://www.sourceministries.net/go/

To donate to GFI: https://gracefellowshipinternational.com/about-gfi/donate/

Links:

Book: The New You https://www.sourceministries.net/go/resources/the-new-you/

Book: A Man in Christ https://www.amazon.com/Man-Christ-Vital-Elements-Religion/dp/1789870038/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1QPTVOAUV5WEQ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.sxZkAkqe5IvPkcZI7gHqEVS38OlPi7a4UP33zcoqpR9G-xpsuOu-e7pB5X1kwteCcV9lNewsaY5AGZ3jb5w7uL8h73LoQx9DG88W5S8iAqaiXaLmmRmEL6vLHOIzPltAVYMIFGNLc-raY3K55owVJV07_JayZw5BHVI2AJXmS9e7uaPnkkT9fCMo24d369fFUygh5iIrmEL7QsOGS8ALWI5hDp57Va3KJg6MM31MD50.5EhBqOKkVfq5ddEUT46h0GitVxQWILe14RP3YDAnEdQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=a+man+in+christ+james+stewart&qid=1732652617&sprefix=a+man+in+christ%2Caps%2C216&sr=8-1

Book: Birthrite https://www.amazon.com/Birthright-Christian-Classic-Critical-Concern-ebook/dp/B004G5ZYA6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=16R0RNICX9Y06&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._NB_STfSdxH8jqagdYkyGiXHPq4G-vVzUcdjPw0-vGXGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.i5xj56aprG7mORGPD0NCz7ki7Z_FFhOhsB6pxn8ZwEU&dib_tag=se&keywords=birthrite+David+needham&qid=1732652686&sprefix=birthrite+david+needham%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1

In this podcast, John and Mark discuss faith and the Exchanged Life with Dr. Lewis Gregory. Dr. Lewis W. Gregory has ministered in 29 states and 45 foreign countries since he began in 1970. Dr. Gregory sensed God’s leading to begin SOURCE MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL in November of 1982. SOURCE is a grace-oriented global Christian discipleship and leadership training ministry located in ATLANTA, GEORGIA, USA.  Source Ministries exists to point people to the Source of Life in Christ: Not just Christ central, but Christ total.

Dr. Gregory is committed to a grace-oriented approach to ministry based on Christ and the Cross emphasizing our union with Christ as our life. He currently serves as president of Source Ministries with responsibilities in teaching, preaching, counseling, and writing. He has a special emphasis on training and consulting leaders—which include ministers, business personnel, and government officials.

Dr. Gregory is also an ordained minister, having been called into the ministry in 1971. He holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Lamar University, a master's degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a doctoral degree from Luther Rice Seminary. His ministry has been multifaceted: Dr. Gregory has served with Friendship Baptist Church, First Baptist Church Kaufman, Conquerors Thru Christ, James Avenue Baptist Church, Fulness House, Bible Pathway, The Torchbearers Ministry, First Baptist Church Atlanta, In Touch Ministries, Luther Rice Seminary, Promised Land Church and Source Ministries.

Lewis and Lue have been married since 1969. They have three children—Amy Charis, Aaron, and Andrew—a son-in-law Rich, and a daughter-in-law Cristina and four grandchildren: Thomas & Taylor Grace Butler and Theo & Sophia Grace Gregory. Lue serves as the full time Administrator at Source Ministries. The Gregory’s greatest desire is that Jesus Christ be exalted in their lives and ministry. They are personally committed to the ministry of life and the encouragement of others.

Links:

https://www.sourceministries.net/go/

Maybe we could call this "Looking for Love in ALL the Wrong Places?" In this podcast, Mark and John define love and speak about how Jesus is the ultimate example and model of love. In this episode, the guys also break down 1 Corinthians 13:1-8. Dr. John asks us to consider, "To what extent am I a vessel of love in my relationships today?" Love is a choice and more than a feeling!

Links

Article: https://gracenotebook.com/the-love-chapter/

Books:

https://grace-fellowship-international.myshopify.com/products/when-is-christ-being-seen-in-us-1

https://www.amazon.com/LOVE-Present-Tense-Mysteries-Revealed/dp/1977242081/ref=sr_1_4?crid=213FR3H9FLPBQ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.XF0tUYFKO-q97OtRdgKU713K7NsMgVintlDJietkoekwt5jZFP2dGW8ov-_vG3kMFN1V8LifTtnZhQYc55sYr3broH0Xu279wS6-8lAJ6QM.h9V1vG568SsUsgqOCKsu_7JlxxX2KgGmDOF01KkYNF8&dib_tag=se&keywords=anne+trippe&qid=1730322768&sprefix=anne+trippe%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-4

https://www.amazon.com/Way-Agape-Understanding-Gods-Love/dp/0975253409/ref=sr_1_1?crid=26XWRQ23D5PAI&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.qW9upWjnlA1rrHeDGFoec0aC7h0HbUZxzSDPJCH6lcMYmn0ACTXEJIFFSPbuO00-aB-QvSEq9Qt_UGN5kTxr65AIHaTUWdLrDyWalabhRcsQReE-ll8pf0WqvjnO-uokaSHaXa49AI6j5Y2U_73cx_Qfl1c2arnL0HxkjZseBPrl9P6f4LfIurtFYvUQNWmWqKek6JGFILuqt4Np8VXIa48MRSseHcmZFFOtCyoU6mo.oMuMy_TyL60kgG94VDrOUEyU-RV701kZn8yFveb1tjo&dib_tag=se&keywords=way+of+agape&qid=1730322809&sprefix=way+of+agape%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/Love-Does-Discover-Secretly-Incredible/dp/1400203759/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=374BQ0AFU04ZC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ASG2b1vxXX7lTNzOakSjpkBxscIW0qXym1HaAAVurIgw9lmQmrvqNoPk21aBl5o78D1k3A0-VyWlGIT2Ip-iPVQgsoIwRkKTESaUkulNPuDTOpsYaIjMZkA6MbraGkZiHSHZbvJGPiQ985pW92fOn74_1lAdA3GZ62c6qCiNq7kD_z7uT76_991hhmq4SKQFxKIa1PjScBgtDK3_lC1VVyss48KnPdfTSgsGO9XOg-Q.4xtvu3x6-bVG0K_59S70sZRPVkSBi1PUIpDX3aM0JdM&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+does+by+bob+goff&qid=1730322862&sprefix=love+does%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

Ministry: Hope Force- https://www.hopeforce.org

Past Episodes:

Cherri- episode 35

Forgiveness- episode 46