RETREATING WITH GOD

She fell asleep at the absolute wrong time. The next day, she was in the hospital. That's the incident God used to get Parker J. Cole's attention.

When her world came crashing down, Parker looked up. She found that Jesus was ready to restore her relationship with him. 

As a best-selling Christian author, podcast host and speaker, Parker had a lot going for her. She opens up and tells her honest story in this episode. You'll hear about her life and career, as well as her boldness to address issues many Christian writers won't tackle.

Speaking of writing, do you have a book inside you that needs to get out? This episode may push you over the edge to get it done.

Get ready for a lively conversation.

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Parker's novels and Podcasts

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Former American Idol finalist Phil Stacey was at a crossroads with God. Would he say "Yes" to the Lord or to the world? You'll hear how saying "Yes" to God opened doors he never dreamt of. 

He has performed more than 1,000 concerts, serves as a full-time worship pastor, records albums and is now releasing his first book. Above all, Phil treasures his relationship with Christ.

You'll learn about worship at the deepest level in Jon Fugler's interview with Phil. You'll be challenged in your concept and practice of worship. And you'll be inspired to take your worship of God to a new place.

Phil's story is remarkable and dramatic and will make you think.

LINKS AND RESOURCES

Phil Stacey's website: concert info, listen to songs, get to know Phil

Pre-order Phil's new book, Made to Worship

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Quotes on worship:

"In the process of being worshiped...God communicates his presence to men." C.S. Lewis

"God wants worshipers before workers; indeed the only acceptable workers are those who have learned the lost art of worship." A.W. Tozer

"Worship changes the worshiper into the image of the One worshiped." Jack Hayford

"I must take time to worship the One whose name I bear." Oswald Chambers

"Have an eye to God in every word you sing." John Wesley

How do we make our time with God more than an item on our to-do list? It's more than something to check off when we're done. So many things are competing for our precious hours, and we know God should have our best. However, it's not always that way.

Be encouraged! Today's episode will give you solutions. Jon Fugler talks with Lonnie Berger, who shares from personal experience how we can consistently know Jesus' love and joy. He goes to the heart of the matter and helps us overcome the obstacles to a consistent, meaningful quiet time.

When our relationship with God is stalled, Lonnie has some ideas on how to get it going again. He opens up about his own life and the ways he recaptures his intimacy with Jesus.

Lonnie leads a dynamic ministry called Every Man a Warrior, discipling men in over 40 countries in their walks with God.

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21-Day Fresh Faith Experience free download

Every Man a Warrior

Being with God by AJ Sherrill

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What have you learned about Jesus so far this year? Send Jon your thoughts and he'll share it on the show.

Many of us don't know how to handle stress well. We store it inside and eventually pay a price for it in poor health, damaged relationships, emotional strain and a lackluster relationship with God.

It doesn't have to be that way. Jon Fugler talks with Christian women's leader and coach Dr. Peggy Banks about how to experience refreshment in your walk with God -- even in this busy, demanding world. She'll share her personal story of moving from burnout to new life in Christ. And how she developed a habit of rest.  

Avoid the pitfalls of being trapped by stress. Find out how you can take steps in your walk with God that can make 2022 a banner year in living in fulness with Jesus.

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

21 Day Fresh Faith Experience free download. 

TWR Women of Hope

Pro Leadership Coaching

Adrenaline and Stress

Ask Jon Fugler your question to be answered on next week's show

You're in for a treat with this week's guest. Dr. Joe Martin is passionate about his Savior, and almost as passionate about discipling others into an intimate relationship with Jesus. Get ready for a heart-felt conversation that might change the way you approach your personal time with God.

To kick off the New Year, Jon Fugler shares some thoughts about "faith and your future" and also answers a listener's question: "“How do you know that you are forgiven of some great sin?” And learn how you can download a tool that will springboard your quiet times with the Lord.

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

10 New Year's Resolutions for Christians

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Real Men Connect

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This episode is screaming fast. We zip through some rock-solid content from 2021 and preview content for 2022. Listen to three of the best clips from our first month of the podcast and get a sneak-peek into 2022 when you hear segments from two future guests.

Our relationship with Christ is the most important thing in our lives. You'll hear key points on how to make yours more intimate, setting you up for 2022.

Jon Fugler directs traffic as you hear from Ralf Stores (rest), Todd Isberner (communing with Jesus), Larry Walters (escaping performance Christianity), Lonnie Berger (when your quiet times get dry) and Mark Kordic (physical pain and our walk with Christ).

Deadline is Friday night, December 31, at midnight.

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It's Christmas week! But there's a woman named Mrs. Taufik who has no idea about this holiday. She desperately needs Jesus. How can she be so sheltered? You'll hear her story, and the stories of two others, that will move your heart as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Plus a bonus story right up front!  

In addition, hear about Jesus the Victor and how this attribute relates to you every day. Snag a complete library of Jon Fugler's Devotionals and also hear a short clip from a powerful Christmas audio program. In the midst of this, we'll center on Jesus by reading the Christmas story together.

Today's format is a little different, but it's a different kind of week. Merry Christmas as you listen to an episode that will help you view the people around you in a new light.

Be sure to download your free copy of 21 DAY FRESH FAITH EXPERIENCE. It's an excellent New Year resource for personal growth. Download it HERE.

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

Enter to Win Jon's complete devotional library. Deadline December 31.

Join FRESH FAITH 24/7. Your membership is free.

A Third of Us book by Dr. Marv Newell

Heaven4Sure website. Amazing Stories of God's Grace

TWR 360 Audio Christmas Program: The Gift of the Gospel

Our personal time with Jesus can become dry unless we find ways to keep it fresh. In this episode, Jon Fugler speaks with a believer who gives us ideas on how to keep our times with Jesus vibrant, personal and alive. Dr. Marv Newell is a missions leader who served in Indonesia for over a decade. Since then, he has moved into a variety of missions leadership roles, has taught at Moody Seminary, has authored several books and now serves as Executive Director of the Alliance for the Unreached. Despite a busy schedule over the years, he has kept Jesus first.

Enter to Win: Remember to enter to win our FRESH FAITH NEW YEAR DEVOTIONAL COLLECTION. The winner will receive Jon's entire devotional library. Jon draws on January 1, so enter by December 31. ENTER HERE.  https://www.freshfaith247.com/contest 

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Links and Resources:

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A Third of Us book by Dr. Marv Newell

A Third of Us movement

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Marv's recommended books:

Gentle and Lowly

Delighting in the Trinity

When crisis hits, our walk with Christ is tested. Our guest in this episode, Larry Walters, found his world crumbling. Hear about his journey of spiritual and emotional healing as he walked through a dark time. If there was ever a time when he needed fresh faith, this was it. He also shares his unique salvation story and then how he escaped performance Christianity.

You'll also dig into the tension between faith and works in Jon Fugler's short devotional thoughts.

Find out why FRESH FAITH 24/7 is becoming the place for believers to be to escape performance Christianity and experience a vibrant relationship with our Savior. And time is running out for you to enter to win Jon's complete devotional library. He'll tell you how to enter.

Do you have a question or comment for Jon? He's collecting them to feature on the show in January. Submit them to Jon at:

[email protected]

LINKS:

One-Minute Pause App

 Four Spiritual Laws

RESOURCES: 

Download 21-Day Fresh Faith Experience

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Enter to win Jon's Devotional Collection- Deadline December 31

It's a busy season in a busy world. There doesn't seem time to rest. We miss Jesus because we don't stop. He's waiting and we're rushing. In this episode, our guest, Ralf Stores, tells his story of being a hard driver to a person who has experienced the refreshment of rest.

You'll be encouraged by Jon Fugler's short devotional thoughts, find out how Christmas is recognized in a few contrasting countries and discover how you can practice rest in the busy Christmas season, then into the new year. You'll also hear how you can win Jon's complete devotional library and where to download your own complimentary copy of the 21-Day Fresh Faith Experience.

FRESH FAITH 24/7 is a movement of believers desperate to know Jesus. Join us on the path to freedom from the bondage of performance Christianity. Membership is free.

Do you have a question or comment for Jon? He's collecting them to feature on the show in January. Submit them to Jon at:

[email protected]

LINKS:

Intimacy with the Almighty

Rhythms of Rest: Finding the Spirit of Sabbath in a Busy World

He Sat Down (So You Can Too)

Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less

RESOURCES: 

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Enter to win Jon's Devotional Collection- Deadline December 31