The Dan Everett Podcast

Join Dan as he sits down with Chic Lidstone, a former civil engineer and pastor, to discuss his new book, "Take My Yoke: An Invitation into the Embrace of Grace." In this episode, Chic shares his journey from engineering to church leadership, exploring themes of grace, rest, and the true self. Discover how Chic's personal experiences and insights into biblical teachings offer a fresh...

In this heartfelt episode, Dan sits down with his long-time friend, Tim Archibald, a devoted follower of Jesus and a successful hairdresser. Tim shares his journey from South Africa to Scotland, the challenges and triumphs of starting his own business, and the profound influence of his late father on his faith and life. Don't miss this touching story of legacy, love, and living authentically....

Join Dan as he sits down with his long-time friend, Chris Latham-Warde, to explore the journey of health, sustainability, and resilience. From their shared history to Chris's work with Every Can Counts, this episode delves into the challenges and triumphs of promoting positive change. Discover how Chris navigates setbacks, embraces personal growth, and inspires others to live authentically. Tune i...

Sabbath is an ancient practice but it can be a game-changer for us today. Djeef shares his story of burnout and panic attacks to developing a healthier and more sustainable way of living, including investigating the practice of Sabbath. In this conversation we cover questions such as: What relevance is there of Sabbath in 2023? Does God think Sabbath is important? Does Sabbath need to be a Saturda...

What can stop us following Jesus well in our daily lives? Comfort and procrastination are two of those challenges. Further reading Something needs to change by David Platt ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website⁠ for more content and links to social media, Dan :) You ca...

Life seems to change so much - for better or worse! What can we hold on to when everything is changing around us? Further reading The knowledge of the holy by AW Tozer  – a great book reminding us of who God is!  ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website⁠ for more content...

I believed the lie that I wasn't gifted at anything. Maybe you believe that about yourself, it's not true, but how do we start exploring the gifts that God has given us? ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website⁠ for more content and links to social media, Dan :)...

Are you undergoing a pruning season? Is there a point and purpose to it? Yes! Further suggested reading: ‘Crushing’ by TD Jakes ‘How did I get here?’ By Christine Caine ‘#Struggles’ by Craig Groeschel ‘It’s not over’ by Joshua Gagnon ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠webs...

How do we start to heal from the trauma we can experience in our lives? In this episode we look at some starting points. Further reading God on mute by Pete Greig Good boundaries and goodbyes by Lysa Terkeurst Necessary endings by Henry Cloud Spurgeon’s sorrows by Zack Eswine The Emotionally healthy spirituality by Peter Scazzero Try softer by Aundi Kolber When people are big and God is small by E...

It's so easy for our hearts to lose their awe of who God is. Let's look at Psalm 147 and allow our hearts to be re-awe-entated. ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website⁠ for more content and links to social media, Dan :) You can also keep in touch by subscribing...

I'm joined by my good friend Jack Shepherd. Jack is a missional priest based in Skelmersdale, he's pioneering fresh expressions of local church, passionate about church planting and leadership. For more about the ministry Jack is involved with check it out here , and follow Jack on Twitter . Jack recently wrote a blog piece on Dan's website 'How to take quality time with Jesus'...

Today Dan's joined by Firebrand, an Edinburgh-based musician and rapper, who has recently released his new single 'Bravehearts'. They get candid talking about mental health, the pressures on men not to open up and show vulnerability and how writing and singing has helped Firebrand in his own mental health journey. Follow Firebrand on: YouTube Instagram Twitter Facebook Website Watch mu...

Our spiritual life depends on how we spend all 24 hours of our day and not just the quiet time we have with God. Take a moment, is there anything in your life right now in the other 23 hours of your day that is draining your passion for God and His Word? What would you like to see different? Further reading - The practice of the presence of God by Brother Lawrence ~ Thank you very much for listeni...

All followers of Jesus go through seasons of spiritual weariness from time to time. If that's you, then you are not alone! In this episode you can discover what could be your next step. Where are you looking for what your soul longs for? Is it in God or are you looking for comfort in the wrong things? How do you need to be honest about with yourself, God or with someone else? See 'A desola...

The past 12 months have led to a lot of changes, and for me that's caused a lot of questions and uncertainty. Let me share with you what I've been learning. "The plans that God has for me are HIS plans and I am called to be faithful and obedient to the best of my ability to whatever I understand God has spoken." How have you responded to unexpected changes to plans that you have...

Jesus made some significant statements as He died on the cross. What was the significance of His statement 'I am thirsty', check it out in this episode. Is there anything in your life that you're looking for satisfaction apart from Jesus? ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Plea...

Has Sabbath become a lost art? In this episode we look at the importance of Sabbath as well as some guidelines to help you Sabbath well in a busy world. " Sabbath is serious business and if God knows what we need to thrive as human beings then it’s worth paying attention to!" What will you shift in your thinking or in your diary to help you Sabbath well? Further reading - ‘Take the day o...

Do you struggle to read as much as you want? Here are 7 ways that will help you read more. What helps you read? What are you currently reading? ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website⁠ for more content and links to social media, Dan :) You can also keep in touch by subs...

There is a lot of stigma surrounding the subject of depression and mental health. In this message Dan shares his experience of depression, how we can understand depression and the hope we can have in God in the dark times in life. ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website...

During His earthly ministry Jesus often faced opposition. In this message let's look at what it means for us that Jesus claims to be one with the Father and how that impacts our lives today as His followers. ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website⁠ for more content...

Dan shares how we all have our insecurities, whether small or overwhelming. In this message we look at how we can remain secure in who we are by looking at how Jesus remained secure despite what others said or thought of Him. ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website⁠ for...

‘Me and white supremacy’ by Layla F. Saad “ In order to dismantle white supremacy, you must understand how much white privilege is a key aspect of your life, how you benefit whether knowingly or unknowingly from your whiteness, what that means for people who do not receive that same benefit, and how you can dismantle it. You cannot dismantle what you cannot see, you cannot challenge what you do no...

Relationship goals by Michael Todd “ Pay attention to patterns, not potential. ” What have you been reading? ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website⁠ for more content and links to social media, Dan :) You can also keep in touch by subscribing to my newsletter ⁠here⁠ . ⁠...

Dream big by Bob Goff “ Shame has one goal, and one goal alone, to keep you cemented in a dark past while it hides a beautiful future from you. ” What have you been reading? ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website⁠ for more content and links to social media, Dan :) You...

'The ruthless elimination of hurry' by John Mark Comer “If you want to experience the life of Jesus, you have to adopt the lifestyle of Jesus.” What have you been reading? ~ Thank you very much for listening. If you found this encouraging and helpful, please share it with friends and followers. I’d love to connect. Please visit my ⁠website⁠ for more content and links to social media, Dan :...