Greater Formation and Power Podcast

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...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Coach Tom interviews friend, author, speaker and Kingdom trainer, Rob Reimer.  You will hear of God's work of healing in his own life, and through him to others around the world. Some key concepts: Finding God's fit for you will bring more fruit and more fun. God wants access to your heart and soul...often that is achieved through pain. There is no power...

Send us Fan Mail What do you think holds people back from personal growth and meaningful impact? In this podcast, Coach Tom surfaces some of the hindrances that keep people stuck.  We also look at a key solution ... to Choose Courage! Learning how to develop a courageous lifestyle is a game-changer! __________________________ You can connect with Coach Tom at: https://greaterformation.com/ Email:...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Coach Tom chats with friend and "Self Revolution Coach",  Doreen Steenland. In addition to  hearing about Doreen's faith journey, you will be learn of some potentially life changing skills that can transform all your relationships and help you leave behind unnecessary drama! Key Concept:  "There is a space between the circumstance and your reac...

Send us Fan Mail In this interview, Coach Tom chats with friend, business entrepreneur and adventure lover, Stephen Hill. You will hear how God has led and directed him in athletics/competition, career and service that fits. Some key concepts: If you want to start a business, start one that solves a problem Be comfortable with process/journey Spontaneity with a plan...both are needed Find a way to...

Send us Fan Mail You will not want to miss this episode!  Tom interviews fellow Kingdom Builder, coach and prophetic intercessor, Maggie Baratto. Hear her story as she moves from a teenager bored with God, through many troubles, and ultimately into intimacy with, and passion for, the Father. Key Concepts: Our life circumstances reflect what God is doing on the earth Look for what God is doing...We...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Coach Tom interviews a new friend (i.e. from pickleball, of course :)) and faith comrade, Junnie Pagunsan. You will hear about Junnie's faith journey, challenges encountered in immigrating to the U.S.  from the Phillipines, and key values that have steered him in life. Some  of these values are: Invest in people over programs Engage in dialogue over religious...

Send us Fan Mail If you want to hear "Well Done Good and Faithful Servant," you need to learn how to multiply that which God has entrusted to you - where He has placed you. In this Podcast, Coach Tom unpacks some ways you can grow, invest your life, and expand God's Kingdom in your spheres of influence. __________________________ Y ou can connect with Coach Tom at: https://greaterfo...

Send us Fan Mail How do you build anything in the world ... especially the things God wants you to build? o   Some hope … some pray – and don’t see anything happen  o   Often people are praying for “Magic” that God will make something appear or happen from nothing … but that’s not generally how things work.  o   A hope/prayer without a plan is often just a dream  o   Some hope and plan … and still...