Peace, Action, Listen.

April 1, 2020

Psalms 4:1,4-8

Romans 12:9-13

Colossians 3:12-15

Book mentioned: Chazown by Craig Groeschel. https://smile.amazon.com/Chazown-Define-Vision-Passion-Purpose/dp/1601423136/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

I am so thankful and grateful for good conversations with good friends.  

This is perhaps one of those conversations that speak volumes as to why I do this podcast thing.  He is real, fun and we both settled in quick. 

Good memories and perhaps a nugget of truth and encouragement coming through a speaker near you....  Enjoy!

A wonderful conversation meant to encourage you in the midst of your daily walk with God.  

Do you know what good self-care looks like?

How do you lead with passion without stepping all over people?

Alan Fadling is a gifted author, speaker and minister.  Here are some ways to connect with him further.

https://www.unhurriedliving.com/

Books:

Jeremy Lee is a fellow podcaster (D6 podcast) as well as the creator of the ministrytoparents.com ministry movement. 

I appreciate his passion to see leaders (kids, youth, family, or lead pastors) thrive in ministry.  He is in your corner and wants to see the kingdom of God advanced through many different resources and relationships.

If I am honest, I am inspired and encouraged (sometimes jealous) of the people Jeremy has had the opportunity to dialogue with.  He is creative and really puts time and preparation into his questions as well as finding great people to really dive deeper into issues that are relevant and important to the church and to the western world.

I am so thankful that he took the time to share his hope for the local church.  His hope for moms/dads/grandparents/guardians.  Overall, I am impressed that God is up to some amazing things in Jeremy Lee's life.  Probably my favorite part is that he sets others up for success, he isn't in it for personal credit or financial gain.  Thank you for this Jeremy!  It was my honor to spend a quick moment with you.

Episode nuggets of awesome:

Check out the D6 podcast! https://d6family.com/podcast/

Check out his ministry to parents website: https://ministrytoparents.com/

A good episode to check out (per Jeremy's suggestion...) Ep. 100 of the D6 podcast https://d6family.com/podcast/100-100th-episode-special-roundtable-discussion/

If you are interested in learning more about grandparent ministries from Larry Fowler and Josh Mulvihill check out the legacy coalition website to consider this ministry option for your church.  We try to reach the "family" that we forget how vital and important godly grandparents are in the mission.   https://legacycoalition.com/

Be on the lookout for Jeremy's latest interest as he prays about creating a heart and soul seminar.   He has a genuine desire to see families, young and old taking their faith to a deeper level.  I am excited to see how this journey plays out!

Let your yes be yes and your no be a no.

Some good questions to consider today and every day:

- How can I learn today God?

- Who do I need to minister to?

- What can I do that will encourage and help others today?

- How can I listen to the needs and potentially respond in a loving way today?

- What am I supposed to do that will bring Jesus glory?

Whatever you do is directly connected to the writings of Colossians (of the Bible) and also from the book "Hidden in Christ" by James Bryan Smith.

A quick yet personal reminder to be active in your faith walk.

Colossians 3:17 And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father.

Talking about time management... being intentional and planning things into your life that are important.

Just Keith Reeser... no special guest with me this week.

Duane Hansen and I began our friendship in 2017 when I was in need of and requesting a mentor.  While serving in a local church in Oklahoma, the church was willing to ask Duane to serve alongside me and to be an equipper of the saints as well as a mentor.  Duane is certainly an encourager and one that passionately lives for the Lord.  He loves to be active in church, assists with teaching needs and is an active attender of leadership events.  

Notes from the show:

"Our goal is to nurture the faith of the people.  Too scholarly or too simple... nope... Preach out of your passion and joy.  Speak out of your level of understanding."