Resetology

When Stories Collide shows how God’s covenant faithfulness unfolds in the midst of real human suffering. In Genesis 16, Hagar and Sarah each carry deep hurts that shape how they respond to one another, reminding us that our own pain can also wound those around us. Yet God meets each of them personally, revealing a God who does not ignore our struggles but enters them with compassion, holding our b...

Have you ever found yourself disillusioned with the idea of experiencing lasting change? Freedom is possible if you learn how to identify and avoid the traps of attempting to change yourself. In this session, you’ll discover God’s strategy for changing your life from the inside out. True change happens when we believe God’s voice in the deepest parts of who we are.    Sources Hamp, B. “Levels of C...

What happens when life feels broken, God seems silent, and the path forward is unclear? In this episode, Carissa dives into the “silent spaces” of life—the dark nights of the soul—where God seems distant but is quietly at work. This message offers hope and perspective for anyone navigating spiritual crises, life transitions, or periods of waiting, showing that these seasons are not the end—but the...

When people go through difficult times, how we show up especially matters. It can be challenging to figure out what to say or how to offer comfort. However, the truth is that these aren’t moments for expert advice or words of wisdom. What people truly need is for us to simply be present with them in the hard. In this episode, we explore what it means to support others during life's most challengin...

What does authority have to do with our character and our growth into the person God created us to be? In our latest podcast episode, we will explore the answer to that question as we examine God's design for authority and how family dynamics influence our authority style in the adult world. For more resources and information about our upcoming events, please go to to resetministries.us.   Co...

God wants to speak to you personally and the Bible makes it clear that you can hear Him. Our first session is intended to help you recognize His voice and receive the full impact of communicating with a God who loves you.   To download the participant's guide, please go to resetministries.us/retreat   References Hamp, B. “Hearing God.” (2011). Foundations of Freedom. Gateway Church.   Prince, D. “...

Our parents provide the closest human relationship we have to understand God as Father. This means that whether we had great (though imperfect), absent, or even abusive parents, the filter through which we view God is shaped by our experiences with them.   In this podcast, Amy Rinta explores this topic to help you develop a healthy perspective of your Heavenly Father. (This episode is a replay fro...

The most effective communication requires understanding both spoken words and unspoken messages. Just as a tuning fork helps adjust a musical instrument, we need to attune ourselves to what others are communicating on a deeper level.  By attuning to physical, emotional, verbal, behavioral, and relational cues, we can understand far more than what is being explicitly communicated. In this episode,...

In this episode, Jamey Stiefel shares his personal journey of breaking free from the stronghold of legalism to embracing the baptism of the Holy Spirit. This message was delivered during the final session of the Reset Retreat. True freedom is not the absence of our problems but the presence of Someone. "Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." — 2 Corinthians 3:17. For more resources an...

In this episode, we learn the importance of surrendering to God, even when it doesn't make sense. When we are guided by the Holy Spirit, we consistently lay down our lives for the sake of mission and people. It is a reflection of the life of Christ in us. Giving God our “yes” always yields a harvest if we don’t lose heart. For more resources and information about our upcoming events, please go to...

In this episode, Carissa shares a message on true and false prophets from the Sermon on the Mount. As Jesus nears the end of his sermon, he teaches us that our blind spots must be revealed in order to navigate the narrow road and discern true and false prophets. Only when we have clear spiritual vision can we see people through God’s eyes and discern the fruit of what they say and do.  For more re...

A fictional character once told his son, "Never look back. The past is a wilderness of horrors." Scripture often advises the same, minus the whole "wilderness of horrors" part. That's because looking back can take our eyes off what God has for our future, not to mention the pitfalls our flesh can fall into: reliving past hurts, returning to harmful situations or relationships, etc. Yet there are a...

The last chapter of Jonah has a lot to teach us about the intersection of our stubbornness and God's love. What should we do if we discover we have wrong beliefs about God? What if we discover that God and His love are bigger than we thought? The Book of Jonah expands our understanding of God and deepens our understanding of repentance. For more resources and information about our upcoming events,...

The story of Jonah being swallowed by a huge fish can seem unbelievable to many people, and it's often used to criticize the Christian faith. How can a man survive for three days and nights inside the belly of a fish? And what’s up with the Ninevites repenting so quickly and so thoroughly? After the fish story, this seems like another logical barrier to taking Jonah seriously. But when we enter th...

Jonah stands out among the prophets due to his questionable decisions despite being a prophet. In this message, Jeff and Carissa will explore Jonah's world to gain a better understanding of him. Then, we will use his story as a mirror to reflect on our own tendencies to make similar mistakes, going against the teachings of Christ's Sermon on the Mount. We will also explore what the first chapter o...

In this episode, Jeff and Carissa discuss the ancient contemplative tradition of our faith and the three stages of our spiritual journey. Although these stages are not necessarily linear, the first stage often lasts for the first several years of our walk with God, and for some people, it can last their entire lives. The second stage is where we truly understand what contemplation means. It's a pr...

Navigating difficult conversations is essential for maintaining healthy relationships. If we can lean into the discomfort, there are benefits on the other side. This episode explores the barriers to engaging in hard conversations and provides tools for navigating them effectively. For more resources and information about our upcoming events, please go to to resetministries.us.   Connect with...

We are designed for meaningful relationships with life-giving people, but not everyone should have full access to our hearts. It is important to prioritize healthy relationships and set clear boundaries in harmful relationships. In this episode, we discuss the importance of guarding our hearts and cultivating relationships with safe people. For more resources and information about our upcoming eve...

According to God's plan, we are meant to have meaningful relationships with people that help us grow. These connections should be mutual and loving, and everyone should have the freedom to be themselves. However, things can go wrong when we become entangled with someone who mixes love with harm or when our affection for them overshadows our love for Jesus. In this Reset Retreat teaching and testim...

Once we have a spiritual breakthrough, we must be ready to face the enemy's backlash. His goal is to challenge our newfound freedom and regain the territory we have just gained in Christ. God wants not only to ‘cleanse the house' but also work with us to defend and sustain our newfound freedom. For more about our upcoming events and resources, go to resetministries.us For more resources and inform...

We are all part of an unseen war, fighting an enemy we are powerless against on our own. But in Christ, we have total triumph over every force of darkness. In this message, Carissa explains the crucial role of prayer in spiritual warfare, and Rocky shares his powerful testimony of overcoming evil in Jesus' name.   To learn more about the Reset Retreat, go to resetministries.us/retreat   Follow us...

Although we experience many things that shape us, our family of origin has the most profound impact on our formative years. Families are designed to reproduce themselves, and what happens in one generation often repeats itself in the next. That’s why our present experiences are often a window to the past.   When we put our faith in Jesus, we are radically adopted into God's family, regardless of w...

When we experience traumatic events, it can divide our lives into two parts - before and after the event. These crises can change who we are on the inside and how we relate to God and people. However, it's important to know that God has designed us to experience post-traumatic growth on the other side of our suffering. While the crisis may come with pain, it can also be a gift if we're willing to...

We've all been in situations where there's an elephant in the room in personal relationships. It's that awkward feeling when something significant is being ignored, and it's affecting everything. We may choose to ignore it for many reasons, but as long as it remains unaddressed, it prevents us from being fully connected with the other person. Relationships are built on mutual trust and surrender,...

It's easy to express gratitude when life is going well, but when we face trials and uncertainty, it's common to exchange gratitude with worry. In this episode, we'll explore the spiritual practice of thanking God in all circumstances, including trials, and discover how it can help us overcome anxiety.   For more resources and information about our upcoming events, please go to resetministries.us F...