The Reckless Pursuit

DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine talk with Brian Gregory from “The More Than Milk Podcast”. They talk about how race in the church is handled, the misconceptions different races have of one another, and how the past and present play a part. They discuss racism and how often racism isn’t even intentional and how we can come together in unity instead of racial devision.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈrās/ - each of the major divisions of humankind, having distinct physical characteristics. - a group of people sharing the same culture, history, language, etc.; an ethnic group. - the fact or condition of belonging to a racial division or group; the qualities or characteristics associated with this.

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GUEST DETAILS:

Brian Gregory is a co-host of The More Than Milk Podcast. He recently finished his bachelors in Political Science and can quote the Lion King word-for-word. Find him Here:

Podcast: http://themorethanmilkpodcast.libsyn.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bgregory2021

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bjgregory1

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SPONSORS:

This week's Episode is sponsored by:

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DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine talk about the art of solitude. They discuss what solitude is and how it is a necessity for our lives. They talk about the differences in solitude and isolation, and how solitude is needed to be a part of a functioning community. Also, they discuss the different types of isolation and how they affect introverts and extroverts uniquely.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈsäləˌt(y)o͞od/ - the state of being or living alone; seclusion: remoteness from habitations, as of a place; absence of human activity.

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SPONSORS:

This week's Episode is sponsored by:

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CONNECT:

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DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine reached out to a few friends to find out what community is NOT! Oh, and they took time to talk about what it is, too. They talk about what it looks like to be a part of a good community, a bad community, what part we have to play, and what part others play in this big picture. With some help from good friends, this is a great look at something that so many people lack.

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DEFINITION:

/kəˈmyo͞onədē/ - a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals.

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GUEST DETAILS:

Brian Gregory - co-host on The More Than Milk Podcast:http://themorethanmilkpodcast.libsyn.com

Bryan Parady - Bones To Bulk: https://www.bonestobulk.com

Heather Parady - Host of The Weekly Parady Podcast: http://www.heatherparady.com

Kristy Burmeister - author of Act Normal: Memoir of a Stumbling Block: http://www.kristyburmeister.com

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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/

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CONNECT:

Web: http://therecklesspursuit.com/

Facebook: https://goo.gl/Lrb9ju

Twitter: https://goo.gl/C9ZSC8

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! https://goo.gl/XpAccj - Now, go be reckless!

DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine talk about church cliques and how they are driving people away from the church in droves. They talk about how they cause confusion among new Christians, contention among members, and frustration instead of faith. They also talk about how to identify and diffuse them for the greater good of Christianity.

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DEFINITION:

/klēk/ - a small group of people, with shared interests or other features in common, who spend time together and do not readily allow others to join them.

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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/

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CONNECT:

Web: http://therecklesspursuit.com/

Facebook: https://goo.gl/Lrb9ju

Twitter: https://goo.gl/C9ZSC8

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! https://goo.gl/XpAccj - Now, go be reckless!

DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine talk with Mark Cox on the differences in being hurt by the church, harboring pain from church, and feeling hurt by God. They talk about how to overcome the hurt, when it's time to move on, how to find where you belong, and also how to help others in their time of hurting.

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DEFINITION:

/hərt/ - (of a part of the body), to suffer. - To cause mental pain or distress to (a person or their feelings). - be detrimental to.

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ABOUT MARK:

Mark Cox is the Lead Pastor/Church Planter at Access Church in Columbus, Ohio. He married his college sweetheart, Christi. They have three boys: Kipton, Caden and Cohen. Mark is a serious coffee addict and a big time Buckeye fan.

You can find Mark on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @markhcox.

Check out Access Church on their website at: http://accesscolumbus.org

Also, be sure and check out Mark’s blog at: http://leadbeyondsunday.com

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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/

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CONNECT:

Web: http://therecklesspursuit.com/

Facebook: https://goo.gl/Lrb9ju

Twitter: https://goo.gl/C9ZSC8

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! https://goo.gl/XpAccj - Now, go be reckless!

DETAILS

Questioning Faith - This week, Cody and Elaine sit down with Robert Sullivan and Ben Valentine to talk about moments when they have questioned their faith. They talk about the importance of asking questions and how doubting faith and doubting God is not the same. They also talk about the importance of asking questions as Christians and how it can actually grow our faith.

~DISCLAIMER~

This episode is recorded in person. There are fewer edits and everything is much rawer. Oh, and also… When you put Cody, Ben, and Robert in a room, they can get a bit rowdy. just saying.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈdout/ - question the truth or fact of (something). - disbelieve (a person or their word

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ABOUT ROBERT & BEN

Robert Sullivan and Ben Valentine are both long time friends of Cody and Elaine. They are both Worship Leaders and have been involved in ministry since they were both 16. Robert hosts a podcast and website to help other Worship Leaders at: http://worshipleading.net

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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/

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CONNECT:

Web: http://therecklesspursuit.com/

Facebook: https://goo.gl/Lrb9ju

Twitter: https://goo.gl/C9ZSC8

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! https://goo.gl/XpAccj - Now, go be reckless!

DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine discuss an incident that recently happened at their coffee shop. A woman came in and passed along a church tract to one of their employees and quickly ran off. They discuss how church tracts are a terrible tool for ministry, the right and wrong ways of inviting someone to church, and how the great commission and a church invite are NOT the same.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈkəˈmiSHən/ - an instruction, command, or duty given to a person or group of people. - OR - a group of people officially charged with a particular function.

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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/

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CONNECT:

Web: http://therecklesspursuit.com/

Facebook: https://goo.gl/Lrb9ju

Twitter: https://goo.gl/C9ZSC8

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! https://goo.gl/XpAccj - Now, go be reckless!

DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine are continuing their talk with Clint and Carol Moore about marriage. They talk about how finances play a part, the many facets of sex, and they even touch on the importance of singleness.

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DEFINITION:

/ˈrəˈlāSH(ə)nˌSHip/ - the way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected, or the state of being connected by blood or marriage.

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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/

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CONNECT:

Web: http://therecklesspursuit.com/

Facebook: https://goo.gl/Lrb9ju

Twitter: https://goo.gl/C9ZSC8

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! https://goo.gl/XpAccj - Now, go be reckless!

DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine are talking with Clint and Carol Moore about marriage. They discuss the importance of communication, how to be selfless, and how marriage is not a 50/50 split. They also discuss the proper direction the toilet paper should go and how Cody doesn’t lift the toilet seat. (He has no shame…)

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DEFINITION:

/ˈmerij/ - The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship. - Or - A combination or mixture of two or more elements.

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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/

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CONNECT:

Web: http://therecklesspursuit.com/

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Twitter: https://goo.gl/C9ZSC8

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! https://goo.gl/XpAccj - Now, go be reckless!

DETAILS:

This week, Cody and Elaine are talking with Kristy Burmeister about sexual abuse in church. Kristy is the author of Act Normal: Memoir of a Stumbling Block. They address what sexual abuse looks like behind church walls, as well as the warning signs and how fellow church members can help (or hurt).

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DEFINITION:

/əˈbyo͞oz/- To treat a person with cruelty or violence, especially regularly or repeatedly.

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ABOUT KRISTY:

Kristy Burmeister is the author of Act Normal: Memoir of a Stumbling Block. She's a former pastor’s kid, former southerner, and current inhabitant of the northern woods. When she’s not writing, she’s either obsessively researching her family tree or “accidentally” showing up at your house, just as you’re about to serve dinner.

Twitter: @KristyBurm

Blog: kristyburmeister.com

Pick up your copy of "Act Normal" here: https://goo.gl/RML5et

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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/

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CONNECT:

Web: http://therecklesspursuit.com/

Facebook: https://goo.gl/Lrb9ju

Twitter: https://goo.gl/C9ZSC8

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! https://goo.gl/XpAccj - Now, go be reckless!