Greater Formation and Power Podcast

Send us Fan Mail What if the very thing that seems impossible is exactly what God is inviting you into? Too often, we allow fear, uncertainty, or a lack of clarity to keep us from moving into what God has for us. Like the Israelites at the edge of the Promised Land, we can experience God's presence and provision—yet still miss His greater purposes. But faith isn't passive. It's acti...

Send us Fan Mail A lot of sincere Christians say, “I’m just trying to follow the Lord.” But what does that actually mean? If following God stays vague, it can be hard to know whether you’re actually living in alignment with Him—or simply participating in good Christian activities. God has designed you uniquely. He has placed you in specific roles, relationships, and seasons. And He has purpose for...

Send us Fan Mail You’ve worked hard. You’ve accomplished a lot. From the outside, your life may even look successful. So why does something still feel… off? Sometimes the emptiness or restlessness we feel isn’t something to ignore or fix—it may be telling us that something is shifting . In this video, I explore why success can sometimes hide misalignment, how to recognize when you may be outgrowin...

Send us Fan Mail The 3 Stages of Life—and What God Is Doing in Each One What if the changes, challenges, and transitions you're facing aren't signs that something has gone wrong—but part of what God is doing in you ? There’s an arc to our lives: we build, we transition, and we grow in wisdom. Each stage has its opportunities, its dangers, and its unique invitation from God. In this teach...

Send us Fan Mail https://alignyourlifechallenge.com/  Discover What You Were Made to Do!    What is my purpose? How do I know what God created me to do? If you’ve ever asked those questions — especially in a season of transition, frustration, or uncertainty — this teaching will help you get clearer. Your purpose is not simply your job, title, or career. It’s the unique contribution God created you...

Send us Fan Mail You’ve been placed by God—right where you are, in this season, among these people—for a reason. The question is: Are you leading intentionally where God has already placed you? In this video, I’ll help you clarify the roles God has given you, identify the relationships connected to those roles, and become more purposeful in how you pray, serve, lead, and invest in others. You’ll l...

Send us Fan Mail Are you in a season of transition—but not quite sure what to do next? Before you move forward, you need to get clear on who you are. In this talk, I explore what it means to receive yourself as a gift from God—to understand how He has designed and formed you, honestly embrace your strengths and limits, and begin to own who you are. The more clearly you know yourself, the more conf...

Send us Fan Mail Most people are living under a name they never should have accepted. Maybe it's the name given to you by failure...  By success...  By your family...  By your wounds...  Or by the expectations of others. But what if God has something different to say? In this message, we'll look at the incredible story of Jacob, whose life was transformed when God changed his name to Isr...

Send us Fan Mail Don't mistake resistance for a lack of calling. The biggest opportunities in your life will often require an upgrade of your identity, faith, and capacity.  In this powerful episode, Coach Tom shares how to discern whether God is saying No, Slow, Grow, or Flow—and how to move into your next season with clarity, authority, and confidence. __________________________ You can con...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever looked at your life and thought: "Things are going well... so why do I feel drained?" Many high-capacity leaders learn how to achieve, perform, and earn affirmation from others. But success and alignment are not always the same thing. In this teaching, Coach Tom explores the hidden cost of living from performance instead of purpose and shares five signs tha...

Send us Fan Mail How do you actually gain wisdom—not just information, but real clarity for your life? If you feel stuck, unclear, or like you keep repeating patterns… this will help you understand why—and what to do about it. Wisdom is more than knowledge, or following templates, or copying others.  It’s applicable understanding that relates to a given situation.  It is connecting to God’s perspe...

Send us Fan Mail Find Your Zone: Where Purpose Meets God's Power * Do you ever feel like your life is moving… but you’re not really going anywhere? * You’re doing a lot — but it doesn’t feel aligned, and it definitely doesn’t feel powerful. There’s a place where your life actually works — where what you’re good at, what you care about, and how God moves through you all come together. I call i...

Send us Fan Mail What do you do when medicine has no answers—and God is your only option? ... How God Met Me In My Pain. In this episode, Coach Tom talks with Katie St. Germaine, a nurse practitioner and founder of Renewing RVA, about integrating medical care, mental health, and Christian healing prayer —and how her own battle with chronic illness forced her into real surrender.  This is not theor...

Send us Fan Mail Where do you get wisdom when you really need it? In this teaching, Coach Tom walks through a powerful and often overlooked source of wisdom— your own life experiences . God is actively shaping you through both the highs and the lows, and learning to reflect on those moments can unlock clarity, healing, and direction for your future. You’ll discover how your experiences form your b...

Send us Fan Mail “God Is Findable: A Real Conversation on Pain, Purpose, and Hearing His Voice” In this episode of Greater Formation & Power , Coach Tom sits down with Sarah Shaw —a creative entrepreneur and emerging leader with a passion to help her generation encounter God in a real and personal way. Sarah shares her journey from a questioning, multi-denominational upbringing to a deep, hard...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Greater Formation & Power , Coach Tom talks with his longtime friend, student and coaching client, André Cajeron about identity, healing, calling, and learning to live with greater authenticity before God. André shares his journey from Brazil to the United States, the confusion of trying to find his place in ministry, and how God gradually clarified his call...

Send us Fan Mail Understanding the Stages of Life, Faith, and Calling In this teaching, Coach Tom walks through a powerful framework for understanding the seasons of life and spiritual development. Drawing from the work of Richard Rohr and leadership researcher Bobby Clinton, he explains how God often shapes a person’s life through several distinct phases—from building and identity formation, thro...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a “conservative Bible college kid” becomes a Spirit-filled father-hearted leader… after walking through heartbreak, foster care adoption, trauma, near-death burnout, and a personal encounter with Jesus? In this episode of Greater Formation & Power , Coach Tom sits down with Devin Schubert (aka “the man in orange”) for a raw, hope-filled conversation about: · ...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever considered that some of the beliefs shaping your life… aren’t actually true? Most of us didn’t choose “lies” on purpose. They formed slowly—through words spoken over us, painful experiences, and moments when we were just trying to make sense of life. But those beliefs don’t just affect how we think… they shape how we live. In this podcast, I’ll help you: Recognize th...

Send us Fan Mail This short teaching is actually an exercise to help you be still. You will encounter God Receive His healing in your body Renew your identity in Him Reconnect with your Placement, Calling and Kingdom Assignment Be Still ... Connect ... Receive ... and Stand Up in Faith! __________________________ You can connect with Coach Tom at: https://greaterformation.com/ Email: Tom@GreaterFo...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast Summary In this episode, Coach Tom and Dak dive into the three streams of spiritual formation—the Bible stream , the power stream , and the contemplative stream —and explore how each uniquely shapes people’s faith journeys. Dak opens up about key seasons of his life: ·        Adapting to New Cultures – learning to find his footing in shifting environments. ·        Life in...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Coach Tom gives you practical tools to become more self-aware, freer on the inside, and more aligned with God. When you are feeling out of sorts: Pay attention to it … Sometimes the tell is how you are feeling … pay attention to your feelings/body Clarify it Recognize its impact on your peace in Christ and experience of the Fruit of the Spirit Some of the symptoms...

Send us Fan Mail In this message, we discuss the importance and power of intimacy. Here is an outline related to the material: • Would you say your family of origin was/is intimate? • Do you know how to increase intimacy in your life? Self-Discovery: • We must choose to continually Grow & Learn • Our Stories need to be updated – for intimacy to grow • God reveals Himself to us …   … and oursel...

Send us Fan Mail Clarity and Calling - God has a Plan and Purpose for Your Life! In this interview, we explore: *  "The Resources of Heaven"...  *  "The Power of Reflection" ...  *  "God's Desire that You Be You - No More and No Less" ...  *  "How You Can Understand Your Purpose"....  *  Being "Miraculously Responsible" ... and more! _________...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Coach Tom interviews another longtime friend, Ron Walborn.   They discuss Ron’s faith pilgrimage, growing up as a pastor’s kid in western Pennsylvania, and experiencing an adult faith transformation in college.    Ron describes his experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit and church planting in Northern California.   Ron also shares how he has dealt with si...