DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine share the direction this whole podcast is going! Yes, they are in this for the long haul!

We at the Reckless Pursuit have a desire to give YOU a voice, this isn’t just about Cody or Elaine, its about the community and joint pursuit of Christ and not caring about the consequences. We want this community to unite and to speak to share truth beyond religion.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈdəˈrekSH(ə)n/ - a course along which someone or something moves. - the management or guidance of someone or something.

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DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine talk about the struggle that so often comes right before a breakthrough. Right before Elaine went into the hospital, she was studying the book of Job but got frustrated at the constant negativity, so she stopped. Then tragedy struck and like Job, Cody and Elaine were left asking God, “why”? Fast forward to this last week when Cody felt God impress on him to read, you guessed it, Job. It was then Elaine realized she stopped reading right before Job’s breakthrough… Can you relate?

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DEFINITION:

/ˈbrākˌTHro͞o/ - a sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development. - an instance of achieving success in a particular sphere or activity.

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DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine talk about the unpredictability of life in all its twists and turns. They talk about the process of mourning the loss of a loved one while discussing losing Cody’s mother this last week. They talk about having faith in Christ to guide us through every circumstance, and how with Him, we can overcome tragedy. - Tragedy can trap us in a moment to keep us from moving forward.

In this episode, We referenced a blog post previously written by Elaine. Here is the link for those who would like to read: http://theprodigaldaughter.com/grave-clothes/

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DEFINITION:

/dəˈrekSH(ə)n/ - a course along which someone or something moves. - the management or guidance of someone or something.

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DETAILS:

Friday, July 13th, right at midnight, Cody and Elaine received a call that Cody’s mother, Delena Carol Johnston, had been found in the driveway and had passed away. This episode was recorded the next day to serve as a time capsule for how Cody felt. This is a heartfelt cry to love people and to show them the compassion of Christ.

Carol (Delena) passed away from her heart failing early that morning. She had many struggles: alcohol addiction, fear, anxiety, and depression, but beyond her struggles was a woman who loved God whole heartedly and wanted the best for her family. She was a good woman who fought hard. She was 53 years of age when she passed.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈmôrniNG/ - the expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died, typically involving following certain conventions such as wearing black clothes.

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DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine talk about two different types of triggers. Triggers are those things that seem to just set Christians off. Anything from Harry Potter to dirty words, yes these are the things that Christians often get up in arms over (despite ignoring the real problems that often are looming in the shadows). Man, we sure can overreact sometimes. — They also talk about emotional triggers, those moments when something rubs us the wrong way and stirs up a negative emotion from something that has happened in the past. they recount a couple of key moments in their lives they have had to work through some of those “trigger moments” and discuss how to notice them when they come up.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈtriɡər/ - an event or circumstance that is the cause of a particular action, process, or situation.

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This week's Episode is sponsored by:

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PLEASE NOTE:

If you are a Christian who struggles with anxiety or know someone who is or has struggled with anxiety, please take the time to listen to this. Please know that you are not alone and you are not broken or defective. If you need to talk, please find us, message us, reach out. Just please, don’t face this alone. There are people out there who want you well, strong, and operating in all God has for your life.

DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine talk with Robert Gere about coping with mental illness as a Christian. They talk about how the church has wrongfully and rightfully handled the issue, how we need to understand the balance of spiritual and professional help, and how we can bring to light the battle that takes place within the mind. Mental health is nothing to be ashamed of. It is not something that should be looked down on. It is a real fight that many of us face and together, we can tackle this giant head on. This episode concludes our four-part series on mental health.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈmen(t)l/ - relating to disorders of the mind.

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GUEST DETAILS:

Recent graduate in social work and soon-to-be married Robert Gere is a full time Team Trainer at Whole Foods and is about to embark on his new journey as he and his soon-to-be wife move to New Orleans. Robert is the lead vocalist for The metal band, Legions Await and has also lead worship for his former youth group.

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SPONSORS:

This week's Episode is sponsored by:

Cedar Temple Trade Company. - Go Inspire!

Use promo code TRPPODCAST to receive 20% any single item you purchase!

http://cedartemple.com/

Hey listener! If you don't mind, take a moment to rate/review our show! It won't take but a moment and it helps us out a ton! Also, if you'd like to keep the conversation going, we have a facebook group just for all you reckless listeners. Follow this link and ask to be a part! http://bit.ly/trp_community - Now, go be reckless!

PLEASE NOTE:

If you are a Christian who struggles with anxiety or know someone who is or has struggled with anxiety, please take the time to listen to this. Please know that you are not alone and you are not broken or defective. If you need to talk, please find us, message us, reach out. Just please, don’t face this alone. There are people out there who want you well, strong, and operating in all God has for your life.

DETAILS:

Are you a Christian with anxiety? Then you have come to a good place. — This week, Cody and Elaine address anxiety. Cody opens up about his past and current struggles with anxiety and how it has affected his life. He talks about the convictions, the guilt, and the overwhelming unease, as well as the struggle of having faith when his mind is in a panic. Elaine shares what it’s like trying to comfort someone with anxiety and the tactics she uses to help. Together, they address the different mental, physical, and spiritual tactics we as Christians can use to help each other overcome that giant, anxiety.

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DEFINITION:

/aNGˈzīədē/ - a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. - a nervous disorder characterized by a state of excessive uneasiness and apprehension, typically with compulsive behavior or panic attacks.

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This week's Episode is sponsored by:

Cedar Temple Trade Company. - Go Inspire!

Use promo code TRPPODCAST to receive 20% any single item you purchase!

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Hey listener! If you don't mind, take a moment to rate/review our show! It won't take but a moment and it helps us out a ton! Also, if you'd like to keep the conversation going, we have a facebook group just for all you reckless listeners. Follow this link and ask to be a part! http://bit.ly/trp_community - Now, go be reckless!

DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine talk about hearing God’s voice. What does God sound like? Does he speak audibly or just in our heads? Can he talk through visions or dreams? Is it really even Him I hear at all? - They talk about how to tell the difference in the voice of God and the voice of fear.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈhiriNG/ - the faculty of perceiving sounds. - the range within which sounds may be heard; earshot. - an opportunity to state one's case.

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SPONSORS:

This week's Episode is sponsored by:

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DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine talk about Elaine’s struggle to fight an unidentified sickness that left her hospitalized for 6 days. They talk about how fear tried to take her life and how faith had to overcome. They also talk about the truths of who Christ is and how easy it is for us as Christians to let our guard down. This episode is different, intimate, emotional, and powerful.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈfir/ - an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat. - be afraid of (someone or something) as likely to be dangerous, painful, or threatening.

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INTRO MUSIC

This weeks intro music is the instrumental rendition of “Gypsy Doll”, the song Cody wrote to Elaine for their wedding day. You can find it and more of Cody’s music (Braille Atlas) here: http://bit.ly/brailleatlas

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SPONSORS:

This week's Episode is sponsored by:

Cedar Temple Trade Company. - Go Inspire!

Use promo code TRPPODCAST to receive 20% any single item you purchase!

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