Nic talks with Shan and special guest Michael Behmer about the practical ways of forgiveness.  Michael is a Marriage and Family Counselor and founder of Aspen Mental Health Group in Colorado.  He specializes in working alongside those who have been hit relationally and professionally by trauma, grief and loss. Needless to say, he has seen many circumstances of intense hurting and pain, and helped many see a pathway towards healing.  

Forgiveness is a necessary and incredibly important practice that everyone benefits from, yet often struggles with.  We have distorted views on what it means to forgive and what is required to forgive that often leads us away from what God wants for us.  

Life is hard.  People will hurt us.  Forgiveness needs to be a central part in everyones life.  We hope that this conversation helps on that journey.  

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Nic, Amanda, and Shan discuss the concept of purity in the Bible.  However, it is a complicated conversation.  You don't have to look far in the Bible to find stories of people struggling with trying to be morally and spiritually pure, only to fail time and time again.  Additionally, there are more stories of people holding their "purity" in high regard to the point of legalism and self-righteousness.  More recently, you see this struggle within the church.  They specifically discuss the "Purity Culture" movement in the 80's, 90's, and 00's.  We can learn from past mistakes and point one another to Jesus's hope that comes through his purity alone.    

Nic asked Lead Pastor Shan Moyers to give his 3 most helpful leadership Principles with one main stipulation: They have to be principles that have shaped him RECENTLY.  These can't be some dusty axioms that you find in a book somewhere and will never think of again.  No, these need to be white hot and worn down around the edges because he has depended on them so heavily.  As expected, Shan delivered. Take some notes and begin learning how to apply these principles to your family and your work to lead better right now.  

Nic sits down with special guests Mark Birmingham, Dee Rorhbaugh, and James Wittler to talk about their experiences being dad's.  They talk about the examples from their fathers, what they've learned through hardships and what they hope to do in the future.  They answer what it looks like to find friendships, grow spiritually, and how to redeem mistakes.  They talk divorce and raising kids with special needs.  There is so much to learn from in this episode, we're excited to share it with you!

Nic and Amanda share a brief and exciting update to Rocky Unscripted moving forward!  This podcast is 1 year old and we have SO MUCH more that we're looking forward to.  Plus...Amanda gives a sneak peek into a future leadership episode by sharing insight into one of the most practical leadership lessons she has learned this year.  

We need your help to influence what we talk about in the future!  To suggest future show topics, text "unscripted" to 97000 and let us know!  

How do you make your decisions?  Do you have a good track record or do you often end up regretting your choices?  Do you move too fast or too slow?  Do you have people that can help give you counsel that have access to the whole picture?  What does it look like to listen to the Holy Spirit?  These are all tough questions to answer yet that's exactly what Amanda, Shan and Nic discuss today.  While you're here, click on the button to follow the podcast so you can hear episodes right when they are released!  Also, share the podcast with others so more people can grow in their faith when Sunday is over.

For most of us, raising kids will be the most difficult thing we ever do.  It is more all-consuming, thankless, and disorienting than any other career we will hold in our lives.  Unsurprisingly, it is also the most rewarding role.  Jen Moyers, Amanda Carver, and Jori Smallman sit down with Nic and share highlights, low-lights, encouragement, and even a little commiseration.  Parenting is TOUGH.  But no matter the challenges you face being a parent; know that you are not alone.  There is hope when we turn to Jesus and His church.  

Links from this episode:

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Uninvited Book 

If you have young children, you've probably spent some time wondering what they will be like when they're older.  Today's episode offers a unique look into a great relationship between Amanda Rohrbaugh and 2 of her adult children.  They have a special bond that is formed only by shared experiences; both good and bad.  Amanda recounts making thousands of mistakes as a mom along the way, yet her girls offer a reflective look back at what was important about how they were raised.  This episode has SO MANY practical takeaways that we can learn from and apply to our own families.  As always, remember this: even when we make mistakes with the most important people in our lives, there is always hope and grace for a better future.  Lean closer to Jesus and He will offer redemption and direction.  Enjoy all the laughs and stories today and don't forget to call your mom!  Let's be grateful for what you've been blessed with.  

Nic talks with Matt Cote, Rocky's Frederick Campus Pastor and Mitch Comstedt, Rocky's Pastor of Discipleship and Pathway.  Mitch is a certified Enneagram Coach and offers helpful insight into each of the nine Enneagram Types.  The conversation dives into the horror stories we would all naturally live out without the hope of Jesus and the help of self-discovery.  In the end, there is hope for all of us to respond to Jesus' call and live redeemed lives.  

Enneagram Resources:

ROAD BACK TO YOU

https://www.amazon.com/Road-Back-You-Enneagram-Self-Discovery/dp/0830846190/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=road+back+to+you+enneagram+book&qid=1651165990&sprefix=road+back+to+y%2Caps%2C127&sr=8-1

WHAT'S YOUR ENNEATYPE?

https://www.amazon.com/Whats-Enneatype-Essential-Guide-Enneagram/dp/1592339522/ref=sr_1_1?crid=281SQ7JPOQ5WV&keywords=enneatype&qid=1651166042&sprefix=enneaty%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-1

ASSESSMENTS

Also, if you'd like to consult with Mitch Comstedt to coach your organization, check out www.ennealeadershipcoaching.com