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This episode, recorded live at the McDermott Road Men's Retreat, explores the concept of ambition, particularly as it relates to career, life goals, and contentment. The discussion centers on the tension between "selfish ambition" and Christian contentment, drawing insights especially from the book of Ecclesiastes.
Today's guest, Bob Tabor, shares personal stories highlighting his own experiences with professional success and spiritual health. He candidly reflects on his struggles with selfish ambition and its consequences, including burnout and spiritual drift. Ecclesiastes' themes, such as the fleeting nature of worldly pursuits (described by the Hebrew term "hevel"), contentment, and the value of simple pleasures, frame much of the conversation.
Bob Tabor has worked as a software developer, video creator, author, and entrepreneur. Through sky-rocketing successes and devastating setbacks, Bob has learned some incredibly valuable lessons. He graciously and transparently shares some of those lessons with us in today's episode.
Links and Resources:
* Logos Bible Study Software - logos.com/radicallychristian
* The Bible Project - bibleproject.com
* Keith Lancaster - keithlancaster.com
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This episode, recorded live at the McDermott Road Men's Retreat, explores the concept of ambition, particularly as it relates to career, life goals, and contentment. The discussion centers on the tension between "selfish ambition" and Christian contentment, drawing insights especially from the book of Ecclesiastes.
Today's guest, Bob Tabor, shares personal stories highlighting his own experiences with professional success and spiritual health. He candidly reflects on his struggles with selfish ambition and its consequences, including burnout and spiritual drift. Ecclesiastes' themes, such as the fleeting nature of worldly pursuits (described by the Hebrew term "hevel"), contentment, and the value of simple pleasures, frame much of the conversation.
Bob Tabor has worked as a software developer, video creator, author, and entrepreneur. Through sky-rocketing successes and devastating setbacks, Bob has learned some incredibly valuable lessons. He graciously and transparently shares some of those lessons with us in today's episode.
Links and Resources:
* Logos Bible Study Software - logos.com/radicallychristian
* The Bible Project - bibleproject.com
* Keith Lancaster - keithlancaster.com
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