8000 Promises: Contemplative Conversations for Cycle Breakers and Difference Makers

In this conversation, Adi Tilford and Spencer Owen discuss  unexpected friendships that formed during the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges of making and maintaining friendships. They explore the idea of reconstructing religion for those who have experienced spiritual trauma and the need for trauma-informed theology. They discuss the division and polarization in society and the role of the chur...

In this episode of '8,000 Promises,' Casey returns for his fourth conversation. Adi, the Christian, and Casey, the Agnostic, delve into the complexities of friendship across differing religious beliefs, exploring whether Christians and agnostics can maintain authentic relationships. They humorously dissect Biblical stories, discuss respectful dialogues, and share personal insights on livin...

This episode of 8000 Promises features the Evans sisters—Molly, Emily, and Abby—co-hosts of the podcast 'Word with the Girls'. They discuss the dynamics of their sisterly friendship, unexpected friendships formed through life experiences, and how their podcast fosters deeper conversations and relationships. The sisters share insights on how to nurture sibling relationships, addressing chal...

In this episode of 8000 Promises' the focus is on friendship and community. Adi Tilford and her friends Ondi and Nancy, discuss their personal journeys and insights on establishing and maintaining meaningful connections. Ondi, a mother and writer, shares her proactive approach to building friendships, while Nancy, who has faced challenges with social anxiety, speaks candidly about her experien...

Join Adi Tilford, along with her Nerdy Bible Girls co-hosts Tiff Haithley and Jamie Adams, as they dive into a heartfelt discussion on unexpected friendships, the lessons they bring, and the importance of being present in each other's lives. In this episode, they share personal stories of unlikely connections and reflect on maintaining meaningful relationships amidst life's chaos.  Introdu...

In this episode, Adi Tilford shares the third and final part of the therapeutic story called 'Born to be Queen'. The story follows a woman who learns valuable lessons from a gardener after a childhood marked by unwanted experiences in the desert. In part III, the woman embarks on a journey through the desert, facing her fears and discovering her true identity. She eventually finds the gold...

In this episode of the 8000 Promises series on dreams and desires, Adi and Spencer Owen, who brings his expertise in scripture and neuroscience, delve deep into the nature of dreams, desires, and their spiritual and psychological impacts. They explore the challenges of trusting God, dealing with unmet needs, and understanding how our desires align with our identity and spiritual growth. Through pe...

In this heartfelt episode, Adi welcomes back Casey - the 8KP cynic -  to discuss their different worldviews and how dreams, desires, and longings shape their lives. They explore the transformation of dreams from seeking the spotlight to prioritizing family and presence. The conversation delves into the importance of being present with family, the role of art and creativity, and how understanding a...

In this episode of the 8000 Promises podcast, Adi  converses with Josh and Katie Walters about their book New Marriage, Same Couple and their journey in marriage. They discuss topics like dreams and desires from childhood, the impact of pain and crisis on relationships, and the importance of confession therapy in sustaining a healthy marriage. The episode delves into personal stories of vulnerabil...

In this episode of the 8000 Promises Podcast Ondi Mejia and her father Peter discuss their journey of faith, dreams, and longings. Ondi shares about her new book Heavenly Hustle: Giving Your Earthly Life a Heavenly Purpose and reflects on her childhood dreams and how they shape her life today. Peter adds his insights on dreams from his own childhood and how they influenced his path, including his...

In this captivating interview, Cameron shares her journey from a child entrepreneur with a passion for making a difference to the founder of Reverent Rhythms, a faith-based performing arts ministry. She discusses the importance of following through on million-dollar ideas with determination, her personal struggles and triumphs, including overcoming divorce and personal challenges while building he...

This episode of 8000 Promises features a special Ignite Insight session with the highly appreciated guest Sally Henry, who discusses the impact of dreams, desires, and longings on our lives, especially in the context of understanding God's will. Sally, a writer, pastor, musician, and behavioral health care coordinator, shares insights from her journey, including how her understanding of dreams...

In this episode of the 8000 Promises Podcast, host Adi Tilford, invites her friend and spiritual director, Megan Babayco, to discuss the significance of desires, longings, and dreams in spiritual formation. Megan shares her journey from dreaming of becoming an astronaut to actually becoming a pastor, highlighting how her underlying desire to make a difference manifested in her spiritual calling. T...

In this episode of '8,000 Promises,' the hosts, known as the Nerdy Bible Girls - Tiff, Jayme, and Amy, embark on a new series exploring dreams, longings, and desires titled 'These Dreams We Have: The Role of Desire and Longing in Our Lives.' They begin by discussing childhood dreams and how they intertwine with their present lives. Special focus is on Tiff's journey from a resp...

In this episode, Adi and Spencer discuss the theological aspects of forgiveness and the challenges that come with it. They emphasize the importance of understanding forgiveness as a process that starts within ourselves and extends to others. They also explore the concept of justice and how it relates to forgiveness, highlighting the need for restorative justice rather than punitive justice. The co...

Adi (Christian) and Casey (Agnostic) discuss the topic of forgiveness. They explore the definition of forgiveness, the challenges of forgiving, and the importance of understanding and empathy in the process. They also touch on the role of faith in forgiveness and the impact of past experiences on one's ability to forgive. The conversation highlights the complexity of forgiveness and the need f...

In this conversation, Janielle shares her story of forgiveness after experiencing childhood trauma. She discusses the importance of forgiveness in the healing process and how it lifts the weight of anger and resentment. Janielle emphasizes the role of God in guiding her through forgiveness and the need to trust Him. She also highlights the significance of boundaries and self-care in the forgivenes...

S 5: E 64 Born to Be Queen Part II: Born to Be Queen Born to Be Queen Part I: The Lost Crown Part I: Read it Here: AdiTilford.com Part II: Read it Here: AdiTilford.com/blog Summary In this episode, Adi Tilford shares part two of her therapeutic story, 'Born to be Queen.' The story follows a young girl who experiences harm in the desert and gives up her crown. As she grows up and becomes a...

8000 Promises host, Adi Tilford and comedian Monique Bellamy, explore the heavy topic of forgiveness and moving forward after experiencing harm. Monique shares her personal journey, highlighting the importance of laughter in difficult times and discussing complex issues like social media's influence, personal struggles, and the process of forgiveness. She emphasizes how humor has been a vital...

Courtney is an author, speaker and teacher. She has been through a lot in your life and now uses this wisdom to empower and inspire others to go on their own healing and recovery journeys with the Lord. Her resilience and belief in God's promises for her life have kept her going through the hardest times. She now shares these techniques, and experiences with others. You can read today’s writin...

In this episode of the 8000 Promises podcast, host Adi converses with Nicole Williams, a forgiveness coach, writer, and author, exploring the sensitive and profound subject of forgiveness. Nicole shares her personal journey of forgiveness with her mother, emphasizing how understanding and seeing the image of God in others can lead to transformative healing and forgiveness. The discussion delves in...

Adoptee Sara Easterly, Birth Parent Kelsey Vander Vliet Ranyard, and Adoptive Parent Lori Holden join host Adi Tilford in a discussion focusing on the theme of forgiveness within the context of adoption. The authors of Adoption Unfiltered explore the complex emotional landscapes of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents, utilizing Dr. Gordon Neufeld's metaphor of a traffic circle to ill...

Sally shares her reflective writing on the journey of forgiveness in the Ignite Insight episode! Hi there, I’m Sally Henry.  I am wife to Kim, mother of Sarah and Sean and grandmother of three crazy boys: Rilo, Rocco and Vito. I also have two sisters who sandwich me and I love dearly. I am a writer, pastor, musician and listener.  As an Enneagram 9, I love having people in our home, cooking for fr...

In this episode of '8,000 Promises,' host Adi Tilford, alongside guests Tiffany (Tiff) and Jayme, delve into the profound topic of forgiveness within the Christian faith. Tiffany, a respiratory therapist, mom, and soon-to-be-published author, and Jayme, an amazing mom deeply involved in Young Life, share their personal journeys and struggles with understanding and practicing forgiveness. T...

Adi and Spencer grapple with concepts brought up in various episodes this series. Topics you'll hear about: empathy, mirror neurons, regulate/relate/reason, how scripture can serve as a Rorschach Test and so much more! You can connect with Spencer through his website Renewed Life Counseling and on Facebook at Renewed Life Counseling You can find me on Instagram at AdiTilfordWrites, Facebook at Adi...