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Pressure isn't always a sign that something is wrong.

Sometimes it's a sign that God is growing you.

In this powerful clip from Transitional Clay Podcast Ep. 155, Barry shares how a shift in perspective transformed the way he views pressure. Instead of running from it, he learned to walk through it with Christ.

When pressure comes, you have a choice:
 👉 Avoid it and stay where you are.
 👉 Or trust God and grow through it.

The pressure may not feel good, but God can use it to build faith, maturity, wisdom, and purpose.

💬 What pressure are you facing right now, and how is God using it to grow you?

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What does resurrection look like today?

In this powerful episode of the Transitional Clay Podcast, Barry shares a deeply personal testimony about how God resurrected areas of his life he thought were dead.

From confidence and self-esteem to purpose and identity, Barry reflects on the valleys he walked through and the ways God faithfully restored him.

🔥 In this episode:

• The resurrection of confidence and self-worth
• How God uses valleys to prepare us for mountains
• Why your current struggle may be building future strength
• God's power to restore what feels lost
• Finding hope through Christ's resurrection power

📖 Key Scripture:

Romans 6:4

If you've ever felt stuck, defeated, anxious, or like your dreams have died, this episode will remind you that God is still in the business of resurrection.

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(00:00) Resurrection of Dreams

(00:16) Introduction & Encouragement

(01:02) Looking Back at the Valleys

(02:35) How God Rebuilt My Confidence

(03:45) Feeling Dead Inside

(05:02) What God Wants to Resurrect

(06:18) Walking Through the Valley

(07:25) Equipped for the Mountain

(08:12) Resurrection in Family & Purpose

(09:51) Romans 6:4 and New Life

(10:45) Baptism and Resurrection Power

(11:57) Prayer for Restoration

(13:05) Final Encouragement & Obedience

We all have those days — you gave everything at work, poured into your family, served your community... and then nighttime rolls around and you're completely drained. But what happens when God gently says, "What about Me?"In this episode of Transitional Clay, Barry Harper shares a powerful personal story of opening his Bible at 11PM — exhausted, one eye open — and experiencing a revival he didn't expect. If you're feeling spiritually drained, this message will remind you that your YES through the tired issomething God anoints.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:• Why God desires relationship with you — not just your religious routine• How saying yes when you're exhausted unlocks spiritual renewal• The truth about prioritizing Christ when life is at its fullest• Why being weak is exactly when God shows up the strongest• How God can "arrange your schedule" when you invite Him first

📖 Scripture Reference: Exodus 14:14 — "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still."

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(00:00) Introduction — If He Spoke It Into Existence(00:17) Welcome to Transitional Clay(01:00) Being Tired Is Not Always a Valid Excuse(02:00) "What About Me?" — God Checks Barry(02:40) Building a Two-Way Relationship with Christ(03:30) The 11PM Bible Moment That Changed the Night(05:06) Why Your Tired YES Matters(07:28) Good Father, Good Gifts — The Obedience Connection(09:55) How God Restores Joy in the Exhaustion(11:00) Exodus 14:14 — Let God Fight for You(12:23) Prioritizing Christ First — Practical Steps(13:00) Closing Prayer & Challenge for This Week

What does it really mean to die to your flesh?

In this deeply personal episode of the Transitional Clay Podcast, Barry shares his own journey of surrendering fleshly desires and discovering the incredible exchange God offers through the Holy Spirit.

🔥 In this episode:

• Why God gave us free will
• The battle between flesh and spirit
• How surrender opens the door to transformation
• The "exchange" God offers when we choose Him
• Why dying to your flesh is actually the beginning of life

Using powerful biblical imagery of seeds, harvests, and spiritual growth, Barry explains how God can transform our lives when we lay our desires at His feet and choose obedience.

📖 Key Scripture:

1 Corinthians 15:36

If you've been struggling with temptation, unhealthy habits, distractions, or simply feeling distant from God, this episode will encourage and challenge you.

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(00:00) The Choice Between Flesh and Spirit

(00:20) Welcome Back Transitional Clay Family

(02:00) Why God Gave Us Free Will

(03:20) The Battle of Fleshly Desires

(05:09) Why Choosing God Changes Everything

(06:25) The Seed Must Die First

(07:32) Understanding Spiritual Transformation

(09:54) Hidden Influences on Our Decisions

(11:20) Taking Inventory of Your Life

(12:23) The Moment God Broke My Heart

(13:50) The Great Exchange

(14:46) Becoming Who God Created You To Be

(15:55) 1 Corinthians 15 Explained

(17:12) Prayer for Healing and Restoration

In this powerful episode of the Transitional Clay Podcast, Barry breaks down the connection between baseball and spiritual growth.

Using examples from baseball players preparing through repetition and discipline, Barry explains how believers must also build spiritual “muscle memory” through:

🔥 Reading the Word daily

🔥 Prayer and worship

🔥 Community and consistency

🔥 Learning from failure

🔥 Staying grounded in Christ

This episode is a reminder that growth doesn’t happen overnight—it happens through repetition, preparation, and faithfulness.

⚾ “Ground ball after ground ball. Verse after verse.”

If you’ve been discouraged by failure or feeling stuck spiritually, this episode will encourage you to keep stepping back into the box.

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(00:00) Failure & Preparation

(00:18) Welcome Back Transitional Clay Family

(01:00) Why Baseball Matters

(02:39) The Discipline Behind Greatness

(05:02) Building Spiritual Muscle Memory

(06:20) Verse After Verse

(07:28) Preparing for Real Life Situations

(09:52) Failure in Baseball & Life

(12:17) Learning Through Mistakes

(13:00) 1 Corinthians 9 Explained

(14:41) Run With Purpose

🎉 Welcome to the 50th episode of the Transitional Clay Podcast!

In this special milestone episode, Barry is interviewed by his wife, Shannon Harper, as they reflect on:

🔥 How the podcast began

🔥 The fears and doubts behind starting

🔥 Learning to trust the Holy Spirit

🔥 Favorite moments and breakthroughs

🔥 The future vision for Transitional Clay

This episode is raw, personal, and full of gratitude for the community that has supported this journey.

Barry also shares how God transitioned him from relying on scripts and perfection… to trusting the Holy Spirit completely.

If you’ve ever wondered what obedience to God can really produce—this episode will encourage you deeply.

👉 Thank you for supporting 50 episodes of Transitional Clay.

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(00:00) Celebrating 50 Episodes

(01:19) Shannon Interviews Barry

(03:00) How the Podcast Changed Barry’s Life

(05:06) Becoming a Better Husband & Father

(06:00) From Scripts to Trusting the Holy Spirit

(07:05) Favorite Transitional Clay Episode

(08:10) Praise Breaks Chains

(09:37) How Praise Changes Perspective

(09:59) The Future of Transitional Clay

(11:43) Lessons Learned Through the Journey

(12:20) Gratitude for the Community

(13:00) Prayer Over the Audience

In this inspiring episode of the Transitional Clay Podcast, Barry interviews 18-year-old Christian artist and leader Caden McCabe.

Caden opens up about:

🔥 Getting rebaptized and fully surrendering to God

🔥 Moving from religion into relationship

🔥 How prayer and the Bible became his “power-ups”

🔥 Why community matters more than followers

🔥 Leading the next generation through music and faith

This conversation is a powerful reminder that God can use anyone—at any age—to lead, inspire, and impact lives.

If you’re a young believer searching for purpose, or someone wanting to better understand Gen Z and faith, this episode is for you.

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(00:00) Introduction & Meet Caden McCabe

(02:11) Choosing to Follow Jesus

(03:13) Why He Got Rebaptized

(05:34) Spiritual Habits That Changed His Life

(06:51) Prayer as a “Power-Up”

(08:11) The Challenges Facing Gen Z

(09:08) Finding Peace Through God

(10:05) Advice for Young People Struggling

(11:54) Community Over Popularity

(12:24) Praying for the Future

(13:53) Music, Purpose & Impact

(15:04) Holy Spirit Filled Rap

(16:02) God Uses Every Generation

(17:14) What Older Generations Need to Understand

(19:31) Speaking Life Into Gen Z

(20:22) Prayer Request: Leadership

(21:12) Prayer Over Caden & His Generation

In this powerful episode of the Transitional Clay Podcast, Barry sits down with Tamara Barker from Awaken Church to unpack what true freedom really looks like.

This conversation goes deeper than surface-level change—it reveals how to heal the root causes of pain, addiction, and emotional wounds.

🔥 Key Takeaways:

• Why behavior change alone doesn’t work
• The difference between fruit and root issues
• How forgiveness unlocks freedom
• The role of the Holy Spirit in healing
• Practical steps to begin your healing journey

If you’ve been stuck in cycles of addiction, pain, or emotional wounds, this episode will give you clarity—and a path forward.

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(00:00) Introduction & Meet Tamara Barker

(01:04) First Meeting & Transformation Story

(03:26) What It Means to Walk by Faith

(05:48) Moving Without a Plan

(08:12) Letting Go of What You Built

(09:41) How to Hear God Clearly

(11:54) Why Faith Sometimes Fails

(13:11) Building Trust with God

(14:28) Tamara’s Salvation Story

(16:46) Radical Transformation

(19:25) God’s Love & Acceptance

(20:53) Encouragement for Struggling Faith

(22:45) Obedience Unlocks Clarity

(24:12) Understanding Freedom & Healing

(26:23) Fruit vs Root Explained

(27:53) Identifying Your Wounds

(29:17) The Power of Forgiveness

(30:43) Healing the Heart

(33:29) Future Vision: Freedom by Design

(35:20) Final Encouragement

In this episode of the Transitional Clay Podcast, Barry dives into one of the most powerful habits that has transformed his life—getting into the Word of God.

This isn’t about religion. It’s about relationship, growth, and truth.

🔥 Key Takeaways:

• Why reading the Word is essential for growth
• How the Bible becomes a living, active guide
• The role of the Holy Spirit in understanding Scripture
• Practical ways to build a daily habit
• How the Word impacts your marriage, career, and mindset

Barry shares real-life examples of how consistently reading the Bible has brought clarity, peace, and elevation in every area of his life.

👉 If you’re ready to grow spiritually and get grounded in truth, this episode is for you.

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(00:00) Life Change Through the Word

(00:24) Introduction & Encouragement

(02:00) Why Reading the Word Matters

(02:47) The Bible as Love

(03:30) Finding Truth in a Noisy World

(05:07) The Role of the Holy Spirit

(06:30) When You Don’t Understand the Word

(07:39) Bible Translations Explained

(09:00) Building a Relationship Through Scripture

(10:05) Reading Before Bed & Peace

(12:33) Where to Start in the Bible

(13:30) When It Doesn’t Feel Powerful

(14:00) Staying in One Chapter

(15:01) The Podcast & Obedience

(16:40) Trusting God’s Direction

(17:28) Real Life Transformation

(18:30) Staying Grounded in Truth

(19:30) Final Encouragement

In this deeply personal episode of the Transitional Clay Podcast, Barry opens up about his life journey—from growing up in Inglewood, losing his father at a young age, battling addiction, and running from God… to ultimately finding freedom, purpose, and calling through Christ.

This is more than a story—it’s a testimony of transformation.

🔥 Key Takeaways:

• How pain can lead to purpose
• The reality of addiction and spiritual warfare
• Why God never leaves—even when you run
• The power of community and servitude
• What obedience to the Holy Spirit really looks like

If you’ve ever struggled with addiction, anger, loss, or feeling disconnected from God… this episode will speak directly to you.

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(00:00) Opening: Losing My Father

(00:23) Introduction & Episode Overview

(01:30) Growing Up in Inglewood

(02:42) Faith Foundation from Grandparents

(03:30) Rebellion & Anger Toward God

(05:06) Addiction & Destructive Choices

(06:11) Losing My Father at 16

(07:34) Pain, Anger, and Numbing

(08:43) College & Continued Struggles

(09:33) Feeling Lost as an Adult

(09:57) Meeting My Wife

(10:29) Realizing God’s Love

(11:58) Breaking Down Walls

(12:55) Choosing Christ

(14:30) Power of Community

(15:21) From Brokenness to Servitude

(16:40) Freedom from Addiction

(17:47) Called to Do More

(20:12) The Podcast Calling

(22:35) Obedience Over Comfort

(24:56) God’s Love & Grace

(27:22) Final Encouragement