The Unbroken Ground

If you are a follower of Christ, then you are called to participate in Kingdom work and growth. Jesus calls us to be faithful with what we have been given. And you have been placed precisely where you are for such a time as this. So let's get out there! We got work to do. 

 What rhythm have you developed for yielding to Jesus? We often seek guidance on big questions like career, marriage, college, and where to live, but what about finding ways to say yes and yield to God's will daily? 

I saw a post on Threads this week that stated: "Yes, Jesus hung out with sinners. But He also told them to go and sin no more. Let's not forget to do that part." And wow, do I have thoughts. What if the main invitation we offered to people was not "Come and see Sunday Morning Worship," but "Come and walk with me"? 

Imagine being in a magical restaurant where you can order any dish you've ever wanted. What would your starter, main course, side dish, and dessert be? Can Paul and Callie guess the other person's selections? This one is a little more lighthearted than previous chats, and it is a lot of fun. Don't listen hungry, though!

Regardless of the circumstances, challenges, or difficulties you experience, one response is always available. Count your blessings. Find what you can be thankful for. 

Callie joins me once again and we talk about the next stage of treatment that she went through. Radiation was probably the worst 5 days of the whole journey for Callie (spoiler - she is still recovering from the trauma).

Following Jesus takes practice. Every day is another day you have to get closer. Even when you're not quite where you want to be. David was anointed king, but he had a long time before he sat on the throne. What is God preparing you for?

No Jim in June, so Callie is stepping. And because it has been a big part of our journey this past year, we are going to talk about Callie finding out she had cancer. And the early stages of treatment - and how we dealt with it. This is part one of a series we will do until we tell the whole story!

I thought about alternatively titling this one, "Tips for Wilderness Survival". I think we tend to think poorly of the Israelites who were wandering in the wilderness. How dare they doubt that God would provide daily manna, we think to ourselves, as we check our 401 (k) and savings account. We almost sell the idea that abundance comes with salvation. But we really should sell the fact that content...

Why do followers of Jesus go through trials, sickness, and other tribulations? If you listen to some Christian music or watch movies, you might get the impression that life with Christ is full of rainbows and sunshine. However, the truth is that many of God's most dedicated followers faced the most difficult trials. Should we expect anything less in our journeys? Season 3 is starting up, just abou...

It's May -- Jim is talking you should listen

We're back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It's March, it's madness, it's Jim. 

Jim and I have another good time talking about lots of things. 

More thoughts and stuff....and a surprise appearance by a special guest....maybe 

Jim joins me for another long one.

Jim is back and we talk about all manner of things. It is a long one, but it does get into more serious topics in the second half, probably.

One final look back on making the Unbroken Ground.    Other ways to interact with and find more content I produce: Called Out • A podcast on Spotify for Podcasters Unbroken Ground - Exploration of Christ, Community, and Creativity (patheos.com) https://www.facebook.com/theunbrokenground email – theunbrokenground@gmail.com

Can God love me? Can God love you?     Other ways to interact with and find more content I produce: Called Out • A podcast on Spotify for Podcasters Unbroken Ground - Exploration of Christ, Community, and Creativity (patheos.com) https://www.facebook.com/theunbrokenground email – theunbrokenground@gmail.com

What do you want to be known for? part. 2   Other ways to interact with and find more content I produce: Called Out • A podcast on Spotify for Podcasters Unbroken Ground - Exploration of Christ, Community, and Creativity (patheos.com) https://www.facebook.com/theunbrokenground email – theunbrokenground@gmail.com

Part one: Love the Lord your God with all of your heart, soul, and mind.   Other ways to interact with and find more content I produce: Called Out • A podcast on Spotify for Podcasters Unbroken Ground - Exploration of Christ, Community, and Creativity (patheos.com) https://www.facebook.com/theunbrokenground email – theunbrokenground@gmail.com

He has shown you, O mortal, what is good.     And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy     and to walk humbly with your God. Micah 6:8   Other ways to interact with and find more content I produce: Called Out • A podcast on Spotify for Podcasters Unbroken Ground - Exploration of Christ, Community, and Creativity (patheos.com) https://www.facebook.com/theunbrokenground...

How humble are you?   Other ways to interact with and find more content I produce: Called Out • A podcast on Spotify for Podcasters Unbroken Ground - Exploration of Christ, Community, and Creativity (patheos.com) https://www.facebook.com/theunbrokenground email – theunbrokenground@gmail.com

You probably haven't murdered someone or even tried. But have you allowed your heart to be hardened so much that you dehumanize people? Particularly those who might not be like you or think like you or look like you. Be careful, Jesus warns that darkness lurks in the hearts that can call our fellow humans fools.  Matthew 5:21-22 21 “You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not m...

Failure has been on my mind lately. Failing is a part of life, but if you follow Jesus then there is also abundant grace and forgiveness. So what are we to do with this reality? Is being too nonchalant about failures possible because we know mercy is waiting?    Other ways to interact with and find more content I produce: Called Out • A podcast on Spotify for Podcasters Unbroken Ground - Explorati...