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  • 252 | Technology and the Online Space: Community, Confrontation and Connecting with Others Online

    It’s no secret that we are living in the most technologically advanced age in history. More than ever before, we have access to devices that allow us to buy, learn and explore almost anything from the touch of a screen! We also have the opportunity to connect, collaborate and enter into community with people from all over the world. However, with innovation in technology, also comes increased reliance upon devices that require less work from us to truly connect. Despite the ease of our gadgets, Jealousy, comparison and discontentment seem to be the common undercurrent in so many of our lives. This begs the question, “is ‘easier’ really better or does it just bring along a new set of problems?”. Join us this month as we discuss what it means to utilize our devices with awareness and seek true satisfaction in

    Jesus! Also, in this episode…

    • Why surrounding yourself with people who are ONLY like minded, is a trap!
    • The importance of learning to disagree gracefully
    • The value of online community while still maintaining face to face interaction
    • 34 min
    • 251 | Envy, Comparison, and the Power of Generosity

      Envy, pride, comparison and greed. At times, it can feel like a struggle to be honest

      about what’s really going on inside our hearts as we work alongside other co-laborers in
      the Kingdom. In the final instrumental of this episode, we’ll talk about the way comparison
      serves to keep us disconnect and ineffective in the race we’re called to run. As we
      conclude our discussion on the book “Rooting for Rivals”, we’ll also examine the power
      of generosity and how giving away more, leads to the abundant life! Also, in this
      episode…

      • The dead-end road of envy, comparison and jealousy
      • The secret to a life of contentment
      • Practical ways to cheer on others from a more genuine place!
      • 21 min
      • 250 | National Eating Disorder Awareness Week

        This week on MercyTalk, we’re dropping a special episode for

        National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. As we discuss the
        definition of what an eating disorder actually is, our Executive Director of Counseling Services,
        Brooke Keels, Ph.D., LPC-MHSP, LPC-S, gives some practical advice for helping walk alongside someone with
        an eating disorder as well as steps you can take if you yourself are struggling. Also,
        in this episode…

        • Common misconceptions surrounding eating disorders
        • Root issues and behaviors
        • Helpful ways to start hard conversations
        • Today, we wanted to take a moment to stop and talk about something

          that we feel very passionate about seeing others experience freedom in and that is
          eating disorders. This week (Feb 24th -March 1st ) is National Eating Disorder
          Awareness Week and we wanted to hop on here for a few minutes to share some
          encouragement and shed some light on a topic that so many struggle with.
          Here at Mercy, we believe it’s vitally important to look at the roots beneath the
          behaviors while also being aware of the physical state of the person struggling with
          those behaviors themselves.

          Don’t miss the tools and incredibly practical advice

          given in this special National Eating Disorder Awareness Week MercyTalk episode.

          Looking for more resources on eating disorders? Check out our signs and symptoms page, and other free resources.

          21 min
        • 249 | The Pitfalls of Pride

          Envy, pride, comparison and greed. At times, it can feel like a struggle to be honest about what’s really going on inside our hearts as we work alongside other co-laborers in the Kingdom. Today, we’re talking about pride and the role it plays in our hidden motives as we continue our discussion on the book “Rooting for Rivals”. Also, in this

          episode…

          • Getting to the root of prideful behaviors
          • Fostering a heart of humility and service before the Lord
          • Being WITH Jesus rather than just doing things FOR Him
          • 30 min
          • 248 | No Room at the Table

            Envy, pride, comparison and greed. At times, it can feel like a struggle to be honest about what’s really going on inside our hearts as we work alongside other co-laborers in the Kingdom. This month, we’re diving into the book “Rooting for Rivals” and today, we’re talking about the abundance vs. scarcity mentality and how it affects the way we

            operate in the world more than we know. Also, in this episode…

            • Competition and the never ending need to stay on top
            • Why “limited” resources are never really the problem
            • Preference, diversity and the good news of collaboration
            • 26 min
            • 247 | Why We Root for Rivals

              Envy, pride, comparison and greed. At times, it can feel like a struggle to be honest about what’s really going on inside our hearts as we work alongside other co-laborers in the Kingdom. This month, we’re diving into the book “Rooting for Rivals” and talking about what it means to truly celebrate the wins of others, all the while running the race we were called to run.  Also, in this episode…

              • The Kingdom of God over agenda
              • Ungodly beliefs and living from a place of freedom
              • Unity and the prayer Jesus prayed for us
              • 28 min
              • 246 | State of Mercy address with Nancy Alcorn

                Welcome back to Mercy Talk! For our last episode this month, we’re joined by our Founder and President, Nancy Alcorn! Most of you may be familiar with the “State of Mercy” address that we hold at the beginning of each new year but today, we’re extra excited to hear Nancy’s heart as we embark on this new decade!

                With 2019 in the rearview mirror, Nancy dives into lessons learned and insights gained as well as what the Lord has been teaching her in her own personal journey with Him! Don’t miss the chance to get a sneak peak of what lies ahead for Mercy Multiplied and where the Lord is leading us in 2020!

                25 min
              • 245 | Roadblocks to Hearing and Connecting with the Father in our Prayer Life

                This year, we’re kicking off January by talking about what it means to hear from and connect with the Father. While we may be familiar with the importance of growing in our prayer lives, somehow there can still be fear and uncertainty surrounding hearing the voice of the Lord.  Today, we dive into the 2nd part of a 2-part interview with Jen Barnett, executive director of Freedom Prayer. We also look at the ways our relationships with our earthly family can affect the way we see the Trinity (Father, Son & Holy Spirit). Also, in this episode…

                • Roadblocks that we may encounter in our prayer life
                • Cultivating a prayer life that’s thriving
                • The practice of discerning our own thoughts and what God is saying
                • The goal of Freedom Prayer is to draw near to the Lord, so every prayer session starts and ends with that focus in mind … restoring intimacy with the Father. Some practical steps in this process include, dwelling on who God is and what Jesus has done for us. The Bible is full of verses about the Lord drawing close to us as we draw close to Him and these are all important to remember as we battle feelings of uncertainty in our prayer lives (James 4:8).

                  Jen also dives into some of the most common roadblocks she’s seen as a Freedom Prayer facilitator for people being able to hear and connect with the Father. Some of these include pride, ungodly beliefs, unconfessed sin and unforgiveness.  Even previous relationships with earthly Fathers, mothers and siblings can all play a role in the way we perceive the Lord’s heart and intentions towards us. At the end of the day, when we take the time to be still and seek the Lord, He is faithful to meet us where we are and do the work that only He can do

                  37 min
                • 243 | Connecting with the Father Through Freedom Prayer with Jen Barnett

                  This year, we’re kicking off January by talking about what it means to hear from and connect with the Father. While we may be familiar with the importance of growing in our prayer lives, somehow there’s still seems to be fear and uncertainty around hearing the voice of the shepherd.  Today, we sit down for the 2nd part of our 2-part interview with Jen Barnett, executive director of Freedom Prayer. On this episode, we hear a bit of Jen’s story and how the Lord meets us in the midst of our woundings, ungodly beliefs and strongholds.  Also, in this episode…

                  • The history, story and journey of Freedom Prayer
                  • The why of Freedom Prayer
                  • God’s pursuit and kindness in the midst of struggle
                  • As always, we want to reiterate the importance of looking to scripture as the ultimate standard and plumb line for hearing from the Lord. Anything we think we have received from God, must line up with His word. On today’s episode, Jen shares a bit of her own story and how the Lord led her to this tool called “Freedom Prayer”. A Biblically based prayer ministry approach founded in reconciliation and restoration before God, Freedom Prayer seeks to act as a “first-responder” to the hurting, broken and those who desire to know God more intimately. While it is NOT counseling, Freedom Prayer does strive to promote spiritual wholeness and healing as well as encourage others to seek out Christian counselors and sound mental health professionals.

                     

                    Grounded in the Word, Freedom Prayer seeks to utilize scripture in a practical way in the midst of life’s woundings, entanglements and even the strongholds of the enemy. We hope today’s episode encourages you to look into this incredible ministry but most of all, we pray it get’s you excited for the deep, abundant relationship God wants to have with each one of us!

                    40 min

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