What’s the difference between reacting and responding — and why does it matter for your Christian walk?

In today’s episode, we explore how emotional reactions can lead us into trouble, but thoughtful responses—rooted in training and guided by the Holy Spirit—lead to growth, grace, and witness. From self-defense training to personal stories in marriage, traffic, and church life, we unpack the biblical model of control, transformation, and sanctification.

You’ll hear practical insight on how to retrain your reactions, develop spiritual self-control (Galatians 5:22), and reflect the love of Christ—especially when life throws curveballs.

Key Verse: “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind” – Romans 12:2

🎧 Whether you're facing conflict, criticism, or chaos, this episode helps you pause, process, and respond in a Christ-like way.

• 00:00 – Meet our surprise guest and guard dog
• 00:32 – Opening prayer and topic intro
• 01:37 – Krav Maga story: “They’re reacting, not responding”
• 02:47 – How reactions show up in real life
• 03:50 – Defining emotional reaction vs thoughtful response
• 06:10 – Examples: traffic, flinching, arguments
• 08:24 – Words as bullets: self-control in speech
• 10:08 – Non-verbal communication as reaction
• 11:44 – When reactions are good (stove, survival)
• 12:53 – What responding really means
• 13:25 – Breathing technique to control response
• 27:04 – Guys vs. men: reacting vs. responding
• 34:40 – Weeds as a metaphor: repurposing reactions
• 36:21 – Brain science + sanctification: retraining reactions
• 37:28 – Jesus: the perfect responder
• 38:32 – Final thoughts + visiting Son Country Church

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