Midweek at The Compass

Season 3 Episode 18 - Jeff Griffin walks us through the PEARL strategy.

For more resources on how to use the PEARL method with your neighbors, check out our PEARL Resources page.

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Season 3 Ep 17. Mark Lennox.

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Season 3 Ep 16

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Season 3 Ep 15

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In this powerful message, Jake is joined by guests Rick and Ann Smith from Trauma Free World, as they discuss how to find hope when it is hard to find. They share practical advice on how to spiritually heal from trauma and rebuild trust. They discuss how trauma shapes our behaviors and how it can impact trust. They share how hope can help us in our journey through despair.

If you're struggling with despair and the effects of trauma, or know someone who is, this message is for you. Rick and Ann provide insight and guidance on how to find hope in the midst of darkness. They offer practical advice on how to spiritually heal and rebuild trust.

To learn more about Trauma Free World, click here: https://traumafreeworld.org/
Want to learn more? Join us for a training on July 11-13 at our Naperville campus.  Details here: https://traumafreeworld.org/product/advanced-trauma-competent-care-naperville-il/
Use the coupon code TCC20 to attend the course for 20% off! Registration includes printed materials, lunch, and snacks.
Questions? Contact Ann at [email protected]

Timestamps:
Intro
1:02 - Rick & Ann Smith Intro
2:00 - Their connection to the Compass
3:20 - What is trauma? 
3:59 - Examples of Trauma, different kinds of trauma
5:18 - What happens biologically & physiologically as a result of trauma?
8:09 - the effects in the Frontal Lobe / Executive Functioning
9:25 - Survival Behaviors
9:50 - Are "behavioral problems" always a sign of trauma?
11:00 - Over 70% of adults worldwide have experienced trauma
12:00 - Timing of trauma and its lasting effects
13:01 - Coping mechanisms
14:15 - What hapens psychologically from unresolved trauma?
15:48 - Trauma in the context of relationships
17:46 - How to begin to trust again
19:15 - Reminders to parents
20:32 - Spiritual practices that are helpful for healing
22:01 - Positive effects of being thankful
23:24 - Benefits of Lamenting
25:10 - God isn't afraid of our feelings
25:29 - What we need most to heal
26:25 - Next steps
28:55 - Parting words; Heal from the root
31:00 - Where you can find info on Trauma Free World

#trauma #healing #spiritual #parenting #trust #survival #psychology 

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Join Jake and Cassie as they chat about what Bluey can teach us about faith & parenting.

If you're a parent of a young child, you've probably heard of the Disney show Bluey. It's the story of a young family of Australian sheep dogs in everyday scenarios. Bandit, the dad in the story, turns everything into a game as he and his wife teach their kids life lessons. 

Jake and Cassie talk through the following: 
What are the lessons behind the lessons that we can learn from Bluey?
How does it relate to our faith? 
How can we avoid or combat #DadGuilt and #MomGuilt?
How can we model forgiveness for our kids?

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Midweek at the Compass | Season 3 Episode 13

#bluey #disney+ #parenting #condemnation #grace #faith #family 

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Can we be a true Christian and still experience anxiety? In our current Jackpot weekend series, we're exploring the mind-blowing benefits of following Jesus, and this week, Jeff spoke about Peace. But what happens when we're experiencing Chaos or Anxiety? What might that feel like for us? What causes those feelings? How do we reconcile that with the knowledge that we have access to Christ's peace?

Join us for a conversation with Biblical counselor, MicKenzie Crowley, as we take a look at anxiety through a biblical lens.

Timestamps:
2:05 - What is anxiety?
2:50 - Clinical Anxiety -vs- everyday anxiety
3:45 - What are common reasons people are struggling with anxiety right now?
4:21 - Three categories of sin that can create anxiety
6:30 - The effects of Social Media on anxiety
7:57 - Common symptoms of anxiety
9:51 - How do we believe what's true while experiencing anxiety?
10:33 - Unpacking Philippians 4:6
11:20 - Physical versus spiritual causes of anxiety
15:10 - Tangible steps to overcome anxiety
17:35 - The interplay between faith & anxiety
19:30 - How people pursue relief for anxiety
21:20 - Healthy, biblical coping mechanisms for anxiety relief
23:00 - Stories of people overcoming anxiety
25:30 - First steps for people realizing you're experiencing anxiety
27:33 - We need community
28:25 - Where to find the Biblical Counseling Center

Scriptural references:
Philippians 4:6: Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:8: Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

Listen to the corresponding weekend message here or search "Peace | Jackpot" wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Learn more about MicKenzie Crowley and the Biblical Counseling Center at https://biblicalcounselingcenter.org/.

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Join Jake & Jeff for a Behind the Scenes look at our Deconstruction series. 
Listen as they answer the following...
- Why did we choose this particular topic? 
- What would have been covered if we had more time? 
- Do you have to go through Deconstruction to grow in your faith? 

In addition, Jeff has a message for Young Adults who are growing in and deconstructing their faith. 

We'll also get a sneak peek at our Good Friday & Easter services. 

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Deconstruction can carry a negative connotation, however it's so important in conversion experiences and in healthy grounding of what's important about our faith. Greg works with college students to help them pull everything back to Jesus, to better understand who He is - not some suburban, urban, or rural version of Him, but the actual character of Jesus, which ultimately strengths our faith foundation.

If all we have is "Veggie Tales" faith - AKA "you should just be kind" - then what happens when we experience failure? Doubt? Faith is so much more than being a "good person" - for example, if we are perfect, how can we learn God's grace? Tune in to today's episode of Midweek at The Compass with Greg Jao as he explains his experiences witnessing college students deconstruct and reconstruct their faith. 

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Deconstruction can carry a negative connotation, however it's so important in conversion experiences and in healthy grounding of what's important about our faith. Greg works with college students to help them pull everything back to Jesus, to better understand who He is - not some suburban, urban, or rural version of Him, but the actual character of Jesus, which ultimately strengths our faith foundation.

If all we have is "Veggie Tales" faith - AKA "you should just be kind" - then what happens when we experience failure? Doubt? Faith is so much more than being a "good person" - for example, if we are perfect, how can we learn God's grace? Tune in to today's episode of Midweek at The Compass with Greg Jao as he explains his experiences witnessing college students deconstruct and reconstruct their faith. 


Season 3 Episode 9

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