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Who’s on this episode?

Jeff Strommen @jstrommen | Dave Wager @wagerdaw | Jason Kemper @kempster220 | Terra Kay @terrakfree

 

 

Have you ever found yourself in a moment in your life where you felt overwhelmed by life? Jeff and Dave welcome Jason and our long-lost friend, Terra Kay, to talk about how to navigate life when it all seems like one quacked-up wild goose chase.

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Show Notes

Upcoming event info: Join Terra Kay at Sisterhood Hope Conference on April 16!

Slavery Still Exists. Here. Now. In Your City. Featuring Harmony Dust-Grillo, a social activist for women trapped in the sex industry. Learn what you can do to make a difference. Register online

 

Join Dave Wager and men from all walks of life at Silver Birch Ranch’s Men’s Retreat this May!

Who’s on this episode?

Jeff Strommen @jstrommen | Dave Wager @wagerdaw | Jason Kemper @kempster220 | Terra Kay @terrakfree

 

 

Have you ever found yourself in a moment in your life where you felt overwhelmed by life? Jeff and Dave welcome Jason and our long-lost friend, Terra Kay, to talk about how to navigate life when it all seems like one quacked-up wild goose chase.

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Never miss an episode. Subscribe to the podcast for free on iTunes, Stitcher and Tune In Radio! Make sure to leave a ★★★★★ review and consider supporting the show.

 

Show Notes

Upcoming event info: Join Terra Kay at Sisterhood Hope Conference on April 16!

Slavery Still Exists. Here. Now. In Your City. Featuring Harmony Dust-Grillo, a social activist for women trapped in the sex industry. Learn what you can do to make a difference. Register online

 

Join Dave Wager and men from all walks of life at Silver Birch Ranch’s Men’s Retreat this May!

Who’s on this episode?

Jeff Strommen @jstrommen | Dave Wager @wagerdaw | Jason Kemper @kempster220 | Mike Ott @TheOtterPop

 

Unless you’ve lived under a rock for most of your life, chances are such that you’ve been offended. Someone has said something or done something directly or indirectly that hurt you. Jeff and Dave are tackling this very issue in the third part of the Building A True Community series.

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Show Notes

The 3 Degrees of Offense

* Bothered – Someone puts onions on your burger after specifically requesting ‘no onions.’

* Offended – Someone calls you a smelly onion.

* Triggered – They throw an onion at your face.

Romans 14 | NLT

“Accept other believers who are weak in faith, and don’t argue with them about what they think is right or wrong.

For instance, one person believes it’s all right to eat anything. But another believer with a sensitive conscience will eat only vegetables. Those who feel free to eat anything must not look down on those who don’t. And those who don’t eat certain foods must not condemn those who do, for God has accepted them.

Who are you to condemn someone else’s servants? Their own master will judge whether they stand or fall. And with the Lord’s help, they will stand and receive his approval.

In the same way, some think one day is more holy than another day, while others think every day is alike. You should each be fully convinced that whichever day you choose is acceptable. Those who worship the Lord on a special day do it to honor him. Those who eat any kind of food do so to honor the Lord, since they give thanks to God before eating. And those who refuse to eat certain foods also want to please the Lord and give thanks to God.

For we don’t live for ourselves or die for ourselves. If we live, it’s to honor the Lord. And if we die, it’s to honor the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.

Christ died and rose again for this very purpose—to be Lord both of the living and of the dead.

So why do you condemn another believer? Why do you look down on another believer?

Remember, we will all stand before the judgment seat of God. For the Scriptures say, “‘As surely as I live,’ says the LORD, ‘every knee will bend to me, and every tongue will declare allegiance to God.’” Yes, each of us will give a personal account to God. So let’s stop condemning each other.

Decide instead to live in such a way that you will not cause another believer to stumble and fall.

I know and am convinced on the authority of the Lord Jesus that no food, in and of itself, is wrong to eat. But if someone believes it is wrong, then for that person it is wrong. And if another believer is distressed by what you eat, you are not acting in love if you eat it. Don’t let your eating ruin someone for whom Christ died. Then you will not be criticized for doing something you believe is g...

Who’s on this episode?

Jeff Strommen @jstrommen | Dave Wager @wagerdaw | Jason Kemper @kempster220 | Mike Ott @TheOtterPop

 

Unless you’ve lived under a rock for most of your life, chances are such that you’ve been offended. Someone has said something or done something directly or indirectly that hurt you. Jeff and Dave are tackling this very issue in the third part of the Building A True Community series.

Subscribe & Support the Podcast

Never miss an episode. Subscribe to the podcast for free on iTunes, Stitcher and Tune In Radio! Make sure to leave a ★★★★★ review and consider supporting the show.

 

Show Notes

The 3 Degrees of Offense

* Bothered – Someone puts onions on your burger after specifically requesting ‘no onions.’

* Offended – Someone calls you a smelly onion.

* Triggered – They throw an onion at your face.

Romans 14 | NLT

“Accept other believers who are weak in faith, and don’t argue with them about what they think is right or wrong.

For instance, one person believes it’s all right to eat anything. But another believer with a sensitive conscience will eat only vegetables. Those who feel free to eat anything must not look down on those who don’t. And those who don’t eat certain foods must not condemn those who do, for God has accepted them.

Who are you to condemn someone else’s servants? Their own master will judge whether they stand or fall. And with the Lord’s help, they will stand and receive his approval.

In the same way, some think one day is more holy than another day, while others think every day is alike. You should each be fully convinced that whichever day you choose is acceptable. Those who worship the Lord on a special day do it to honor him. Those who eat any kind of food do so to honor the Lord, since they give thanks to God before eating. And those who refuse to eat certain foods also want to please the Lord and give thanks to God.

For we don’t live for ourselves or die for ourselves. If we live, it’s to honor the Lord. And if we die, it’s to honor the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.

Christ died and rose again for this very purpose—to be Lord both of the living and of the dead.

So why do you condemn another believer? Why do you look down on another believer?

Remember, we will all stand before the judgment seat of God. For the Scriptures say, “‘As surely as I live,’ says the LORD, ‘every knee will bend to me, and every tongue will declare allegiance to God.’” Yes, each of us will give a personal account to God. So let’s stop condemning each other.

Decide instead to live in such a way that you will not cause another believer to stumble and fall.

I know and am convinced on the authority of the Lord Jesus that no food, in and of itself, is wrong to eat. But if someone believes it is wrong, then for that person it is wrong. And if another believer is distressed by what you eat, you are not acting in love if you eat it. Don’t let your eating ruin someone for whom Christ died. Then you will not be criticized for doing something you believe is good. For the Kingdom of God is not a matter of what we eat or drink,

Who’s on this episode?

Jeff Strommen @jstrommen | Dave Wager @wagerdaw | Jason Kemper @kempster220

 

You are who you surround yourself with. In other words, who you hang with will determine who you become. This week, Jeff and Dave talk about what it takes to build a strong community. There are two kinds of people out there: those who wait for community to come to them, and those who build community. Building real community can be done. Jeff will share the strategy he uses to network local youth pastors together. The goal is to begin to think about the people you can help right now become successful.

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Show Notes

Kids in Crisis Series & Webcasts (USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin)

“Kids in Crisis is USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin’s groundbreaking series on youth mental health. Wisconsin ranks among the worst states for rates of youth depression, youth suicide, and shortages of care providers. A team of 25 journalists throughout the state have spent months reporting on the topic and we hope you will join us in finding solutions.”

It’s no secret that this generation is pressed from many sides. “What do I do about my kid’s cutting habits?” “I’m afraid my child is doing drugs. What do I do?” “My kids’ friends are not good influences. How can I help?”

I hear these questions all the time and I can’t help but believe that conversations save lives. We need opportunities to have these kinds of conversations. And faith communities have to be part of these dialogues.

 

Thanks for listening. If you like it, share it! Feel free to leave some thoughts in the comments. -J

Who’s on this episode?

Jeff Strommen @jstrommen | Dave Wager @wagerdaw | Jason Kemper @kempster220

 

You are who you surround yourself with. In other words, who you hang with will determine who you become. This week, Jeff and Dave talk about what it takes to build a strong community. There are two kinds of people out there: those who wait for community to come to them, and those who build community. Building real community can be done. Jeff will share the strategy he uses to network local youth pastors together. The goal is to begin to think about the people you can help right now become successful.

Subscribe & Support the Podcast

Never miss an episode. Subscribe to the podcast for free on iTunes, Stitcher and Tune In Radio! Make sure to leave a ★★★★★ review and consider a small gift.

 

Show Notes

Kids in Crisis Series & Webcasts (USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin)

“Kids in Crisis is USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin’s groundbreaking series on youth mental health. Wisconsin ranks among the worst states for rates of youth depression, youth suicide, and shortages of care providers. A team of 25 journalists throughout the state have spent months reporting on the topic and we hope you will join us in finding solutions.”

It’s no secret that this generation is pressed from many sides. “What do I do about my kid’s cutting habits?” “I’m afraid my child is doing drugs. What do I do?” “My kids’ friends are not good influences. How can I help?”

I hear these questions all the time and I can’t help but believe that conversations save lives. We need opportunities to have these kinds of conversations. And faith communities have to be part of these dialogues.

 

Thanks for listening. If you like it, share it! Feel free to leave some thoughts in the comments. -J

Who’s on this episode?

Jeff Strommen @jstrommen | Dave Wager @wagerdaw | Jason Kemper @kempster220

 

You are who you surround yourself with. In other words, who you hang with will determine who you become. This is the first part in the Building A True Community series.

The Book of Malachi is full of examples of what a troubled community looks like. Today, we see many examples of broken communities. People steal, kill and destroy all around us. Is there any hope of restoration in our communities and families? What will it take to get back to normal?

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Never miss an episode. Subscribe to the podcast for free on iTunes, Stitcher and Tune In Radio! Make sure to leave a ★★★★★ review and consider a small gift.

 

Show Notes

Coming soon…

 

Thanks for listening. If you like it, share it! Feel free to leave some thoughts in the comments. -J

Who’s on this episode?

Jeff Strommen @jstrommen | Dave Wager @wagerdaw | Jason Kemper @kempster220

 

You are who you surround yourself with. In other words, who you hang with will determine who you become. This is the first part in the Building A True Community series.

The Book of Malachi is full of examples of what a troubled community looks like. Today, we see many examples of broken communities. People steal, kill and destroy all around us. Is there any hope of restoration in our communities and families? What will it take to get back to normal?

Subscribe & Support the Podcast

Never miss an episode. Subscribe to the podcast for free on iTunes, Stitcher and Tune In Radio! Make sure to leave a ★★★★★ review and consider a small gift.

 

Show Notes

Coming soon…

 

Thanks for listening. If you like it, share it! Feel free to leave some thoughts in the comments. -J

Who’s on this episode?

Jeff Strommen @jstrommen | Dave Wager @wagerdaw | Jason Kemper @kempster220

 

Episodes in this series: BAM Part 1 | BAM Part 2 | BAM Part 3 | BAM Part 4

The final part of the Building An Atmosphere of Mentorship series. This week, Jeff and Dave discuss the healthy mentor’s legacy. A legacy is essentially what is left after you are no longer actively imputing your life into another. It’s something that develops over time. Every mentor will leave some kind of lasting impact. Young or old; introverted or extroverted; paid or unpaid; professional or hobbyist – there is no limit to the ways by which we can all mentor. Let’s not make it overly complicated. But let’s be intentional on leaving a positive mark on someone’s life in every way possible.

Listen in as Jeff and Dave finish this series of building an atmosphere of mentoring.

Become A Coach | One area that needs mentors is on our live coaching lines. Are you 18+? Want to give a young person a few hours a week simply by being online and available? Check out our coaching page to learn about becoming a coach with our partner, Groundwire.net.

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Show Notes

Meet Cameron.

Cameron is a high school student from Rockford, IL who came to Winter Jam at Silver Birch Ranch this year and spent some time sharing wisdom and life experiences on the show. Thanks for hanging out with us, Cameron!

 

Dave’s take on a Mentor’s Legacy

I don’t really think much about what my legacy will be. I’m much more focused on today. What am I doing today to make someone successful? Let the legacy sort itself out. After all, it’s simply what other people think of me. People will always have opinions of you. All that I am responsible for is loving God and making Him known.

@Wagerdaw: if you aren't mentoring someone, you really don't love people. #atmosphereofmentoring #HNRTB

— HopeNet Radio (@hopenetradio) February 22, 2016

 

Jeff’s take on a Mentor’s Legacy

Your legacy is something to be aware of. When you’re young, you don’t really think about the mark you’re leaving behind. You know how I know? Because I did enough dumb things that I don...

Who’s on this episode?

Jeff Strommen @jstrommen | Dave Wager @wagerdaw | Jason Kemper @kempster220

 

Episodes in this series: BAM Part 1 | BAM Part 2 | BAM Part 3 | BAM Part 4

The final part of the Building An Atmosphere of Mentorship series. This week, Jeff and Dave discuss the healthy mentor’s legacy. A legacy is essentially what is left after you are no longer actively imputing your life into another. It’s something that develops over time. Every mentor will leave some kind of lasting impact. Young or old; introverted or extroverted; paid or unpaid; professional or hobbyist – there is no limit to the ways by which we can all mentor. Let’s not make it overly complicated. But let’s be intentional on leaving a positive mark on someone’s life in every way possible.

Listen in as Jeff and Dave finish this series of building an atmosphere of mentoring.

Become A Coach | One area that needs mentors is on our live coaching lines. Are you 18+? Want to give a young person a few hours a week simply by being online and available? Check out our coaching page to learn about becoming a coach with our partner, Groundwire.net.

Subscribe & Support the Podcast

Never miss an episode. Subscribe to the podcast for free on iTunes, Stitcher and Tune In Radio! Make sure to leave a ★★★★★ review and consider a small gift.

 

Show Notes

Meet Cameron.

Cameron is a high school student from Rockford, IL who came to Winter Jam at Silver Birch Ranch this year and spent some time sharing wisdom and life experiences on the show. Thanks for hanging out with us, Cameron!

 

Dave’s take on a Mentor’s Legacy

I don’t really think much about what my legacy will be. I’m much more focused on today. What am I doing today to make someone successful? Let the legacy sort itself out. After all, it’s simply what other people think of me. People will always have opinions of you. All that I am responsible for is loving God and making Him known.

@Wagerdaw: if you aren't mentoring someone, you really don't love people. #atmosphereofmentoring #HNRTB

— HopeNet Radio (@hopenetradio) February 22, 2016

 

Jeff’s take on a Mentor’s Legacy

Your legacy is something to be aware of. When you’re young, you don’t really think about the mark you’re leaving behind. You know how I know? Because I did enough dumb things that I don’t want people to remember me for. Every one of us should be thinking about what kind of person we want to be remembered as because that end goal has a direct effect on the way we live today.

For me, that means I want to be looking out for other people’s needs befo...