Finding God in Unmet Expectations: A Conversation with Lisa Hughes

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, host Anthony Russo talks with author Lisa Hughes about her book 'Unmet Expectations' and how to deal with disappointment and trials in a godly manner. Lisa shares insights on reframing unwanted circumstances as God's lovingkindness. They also discuss how unmet expectations can be tools for sanctification and provide practical advice on trusting in God through these circumstances.

00:23 Meet Lisa Hughes: Author of 'Unmet Expectations'

02:13 The Inspiration Behind 'Unmet Expectations'

03:51 Exploring Unmet Expectations Through Scripture

05:44 Common Unmet Expectations Among Women

07:27 Handling Unmet Expectations: Sinful vs. Godly Responses

12:26 Thinking Biblically About Unmet Expectations

16:27 Avoiding Grumbling and Complaining

18:20 Sanctification Through Unmet Expectations

20:22 Finding Contentment in God's Presence

22:31 Resources and Final Thoughts

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God-Dependency and the Discipline of Prayer: A Conversation with Paul Tautges

This episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast features a conversation between host Anthony Russo and author Paul Tautges. They discuss Tautges' book 'Pray About Everything: Cultivating God Dependency,' which aims to challenge Christians to think biblically about prayer and their relationship with God. The discussion highlights the theme of 'God dependency,' the issue of prayerlessness in the church, practical steps for integrating prayer into church culture, and the value of approaching God through prayer in Jesus' name. Tautges shares insights on the importance of humility in prayer, the role of the Holy Spirit as our aid, and how prayer fuels missions and evangelism. The conversation encourages believers to engage in meaningful prayer, emphasizing it as a vital aspect of their relationship with God.

00:18 Meet Paul Tautges

01:23 Understanding the Concept of Praying about Everything

02:02 The Importance of God-dependency

03:33 Addressing Prayerlessness in the Church

06:17 Practical Steps to Cultivate Prayer

14:41 The Role of Prayer in Missions and Evangelism

16:46 Praying in Jesus' Name

22:14 The Holy Spirit's Role in Our Prayers

24:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Practical steps and encouragement for the restoration of parent-child relationships.

In this second part of their conversation, host Anthony Russo speaks with Margy Tripp about practical steps and words of encouragement for the restoration process in parent-child relationships. In the discussion, Margy highlights the importance of spiritual preparation, emphasizing that reconciliation is a spiritual endeavor guided by God's presence. The podcast touches on how biblical principles can help address rebellion, encouraging parents to focus on grace, humility, and proactive engagement in conversations with their children. Margy shares real-life examples and insights from her book, motivating parents to undertake what she describes as a 'holy mission'. The episode concludes with words of encouragement, underlining that spiritual growth can emerge from trials, reinforcing the transformative power of the Gospel in family dynamics.

00:00 Introduction to Margy Tripp and her book 'It's Not Too Late'

00:45 Understanding Rebellion and Reconciliation

02:00 Preparing for reconciliation: Embracing the true source of hope

05:47 Practical Steps for Healing Conversations

13:00 Real-Life Stories of Reconciliation

20:29 Words of Encouragement

23:47 Conclusion

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In this episode of Shepherd Press Podcast, host Anthony Russo talks with Margy Tripp, author of 'It's Not Too Late: Restoring Broken Relationships with Teenage and Adult Children.' The discussion focuses on understanding how the Gospel enables restoration amid broken relationships with teenage and adult children. Margy shares insights on why relying solely on the law without the Gospel's transformative power can create a disconnection between faith and practice. She emphasizes that restoring relationships starts with parents examining their own hearts and embracing a biblical approach. This discussion offers insight into practical scenarios and scriptural guidance for effective parenting.

00:18 Introduction to Margy Tripp

01:15 The Inspiration Behind 'It's Not Too Late'

02:19 The Problem of Rebellion in Children

03:19 The Role of the Gospel in Parenting

06:44 Practical Examples of Gospel-Centered Parenting

12:04 Understanding Our Needs and the Gospel's Role

14:53 Christ as Our Model and Hope in Parenting

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In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, host Anthony Russo interviews Anthony Selvaggio, pastor, author, and former attorney, about his book 'A Proverbs Driven Life.' The discussion covers the book of Proverbs and its importance in providing wisdom that applies to human life, particularly in areas such as words, work, wealth, and relationships. Selvaggio elaborates on the differences between wisdom and knowledge, how to apply wisdom in practical life situations, and how Proverbs ultimately leads one to Christ. Key themes include the application of Proverbs to speech, the balance between work and rest, insights on marriage, and the overarching pursuit of wisdom as part of a God-centered life.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:45 Understanding a Proverbs Driven Life

02:51 Wisdom vs. Knowledge and Folly

07:48 The Power of Words and Communication

11:02 Work, Rest, and the Sovereignty of God

13:36 Marriage and Noble Character

19:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Becoming a ‘One-Another’ Christian 

In this episode of The Shepherd Press Podcast, our host Anthony Russo interviews Dr. Stuart Scott, author of '31 Ways to Be a One Another Christian.' The episode explores the significance of forgiveness, the importance of practicing love and unity within the church, and how Jesus exemplifies these principles. Dr. Scott also touches on how these ‘one-another' commands apply to personal and family dynamics, providing practical insights for living out the 'one another' commands in daily life. 

00:00 Introduction to the Shepard Press Podcast 

00:16 Meet Dr. Stuart Scott 

01:38 Understanding 'the One Another' Commands 

04:31 The Importance of Practicing 'One Another' Commands 

08:47 Biblical Counseling and 'One Another' Commands 

10:48 The Concept of Forgiveness 

15:02 Jesus as the Perfect Model 

17:13 Eternal Perspective of 'One Another' Commands 

19:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts