Where did you see God?

In episode 257 , Dr. Stuart Jones not only challenges our perspective, but how we go about maturing it. Growing up, he was always comfortable with the concept of disability because of his love for his older brother Stephen; however, as he got older he saw that others were not, and some were even hurtful. Stuart discovered the importance of not just deepening our understanding of others, but doing...

In episode 256 , Fletch Wiley invites us to consider how God works through music, and how he invites us to engage with it. A musician since age 10, Fletch has always been drawn to creating with sound; when he encountered God in a miraculous way, he discovered the notes he played could be about more than entertainment. In fact, he believes you do not have to be musically inclined to engage Spirit-l...

In episode 255 , Jamey Hecht challenges our understanding, and if our version of "safe" is actually safe at all. In an upcoming book, Jamey has explored the obstacles to our pursuit of understanding God, and one that rose to the surface as we talked was our misguided self-preservation. However, it may be that in the very place we feel least safe, the darkest valley, we are closest to the...

In episode 254 , Karis Meier explores the importance -- and challenge -- of surrender. She shared her story in January 2023 during the "Sitting in Suffering" series, and over three years later the topic of suffering is still relevant; however new situation have led her to surrender many things that are hard to release. Not only has she discovered the Spirit's role in helping us let g...

In episode 253 , Jason Ward pushes against our default understanding of plans. While Jason generally respected God, when He shut a door Jason wanted to go through Jason kicked it open. That led him on a journey of discovering the futility of his plans, and the loving intentionality of God's. What if wise planning has less to do with our knowledge, and more to do with our trust in the Spirit? H...

In episode 252 , Donald Williams explores what true presence is -- both with God and with others -- and why it matters. Reflecting on his life growing up in a mill town, as well as the negative ramifications of the problematic life of uncles Charles, Donald has comes to see the impact of who we are in any given space; even more, he has seen the faithfulness of God's presence throughout. How ha...

In episode 251 , Debra McNinch challenges us to embrace vulnerability. After decades of guiding her family to seek God, she felt like she had arrived at a time of rest; when a "prodigal child" moment crashed into her life, she found herself wrestling with how to respond. God invited her to a space of Spirit-led vulnerability, not just for her, but for a growing number of parents navigati...

In episode 250 , Constance Hastings encourages us to acknowledge our doubt and stay at the table. While this has been a topic she has processed for years, it was an unexpected shock the day before recording that allowed us to press in deeply. What we discovered is God is less surprised -- and offended -- about doubt that we are. Have you experienced peace amidst doubt? Discover more from Constance...

In episode 249 , Meme Mulugeta invites us to embrace the power and importance of storytelling... including our own. When her father hit a period of feeling the favor of God had left him, God used the stories of his life to reveal presence and Truth. Now, Meme helps others experience the same... and it wasn't her idea! What story has God give you to share? Discover more from Meme: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In episode 248, Tom Anderson presses the importance of discernment. As humans, we do not always take the time to process what is happening; even when we do, we do so from a limited understanding. What if the Spirit can equip us to see beyond our capacity, beyond even the here-and-now? How has God helped you to discern beyond your capacity? Discover more from Tom: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://tomander...

In episode 247, Tom Snow presses us to consider what it means to truly walk with God. In his decades of seeking God -- through hefty hardships and a long wilderness -- Tom's theology constantly returns to one simple thing: we need to walk with God. How can you walk with God today? Discover more from Tom: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://just2beclear.com/ https://www.facebook.com/just2beclear https://ww...

In episode 246, Dustin Kleinschmidt challenges our understanding of ministry, and invites us to have a lifestyle of ministry led by the Spirit. He landed there unexpectedly when traditional ministry became wrought with challenges, and has found a freedom in ministry based in faithfulness, not accomplishment. What could a lifestyle of ministry look like in your life? Discover more from Dustin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In episode 245, Marit Welker reminds of the importance of knowing our true identity. She has navigated estrangement on both ends -- as the child leaving and the parent left -- and the hardest moments were the ones where her identity felt lost or broken. However, when she embraced her true identity -- as a daughter of God -- she found a peace that defied understanding. What is your true identity in...

In episode 244, Dr. James Hall pushes us to love beyond our understanding and capacity. Growing up, James knew the love of his father, so he was surprised to find himself drawn to ministry for the fatherless. The element he has found to be vital in that work is love, but not a love of our understanding or design. How has God's love impacted you? Discover more from Dr. James: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://...

In episode 243, Heather O'Brien encourages us to really listen to God. She had known God all her life, but it wasn't until later that she learned she could hear His voice. She had been praying through several struggles, and discovered that Spirit-led listening accomplished immeasurably more than all her prayers before; she now has a heart for others to find that healing as well. If you hav...

In episode 242, Noelle Cablay invites us to trust God... even when the worst is happening. When she looks at her life, she is confounded at who and where she is as she recalls her traumatic childhood, and counts it a blessing she came to know God. Learning what it means to trust Him -- when key individuals in her life were deeply untrustworthy -- has been a marker of her walk for decades. Just whe...

In episode 241, Doug Ell challenges us to find God through science, not in spite of it. An MIT grad who was a firm atheist, Doug found himself on a decades-long journey where science went from disproving God to making Him more real than Doug could imagine, and he now shares that joy with others. If you have felt science and faith are incompatible, this conversation may encourage you. How has God m...

In episode 240, Scott Maderer challenges us to embrace uncertainty. After discovering the negative impact of close-mindedness, Scott explored what could happen if he approached life, God, and others with open hands and an open heart. The impact transformed not just his life, but his understanding of reality. How has God met you in uncertainty? Discover more from Scott: ⁠ https://inspiredstewardshi...

In episode 239, John Zachary challenges us in how we use our brains. Growing up, he had keen intellectual interests that shaped how he tried to understand God. When his brain hit walls in uncovering God, he learned to embrace uncertainty; it was from this place God revealed how he could use his brain in Spirit led ways, which led to his book, "The Science Behind the Story of Jesus." If y...

Rejecting Hope No Longer: A 31 Day Devotional on Hope ⁠⁠⁠⁠ is now available! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://a.co/d/00kDyVeF ⁠⁠⁠⁠ In episode 238, we continue with 31 Days exploring 31 passages on hope. Each day I pray, pull out a mystery verse, and process live, so that I am not sharing as an "expert", but one vulnerably exploring what hope is and how I may be rejecting it. If this encourages you, or the S...

Rejecting Hope No Longer: A 31 Day Devotional on Hope ⁠⁠⁠ is now available! ⁠⁠⁠ https://a.co/d/00kDyVeF ⁠⁠⁠ In episode 237, we continue with 31 Days exploring 31 passages on hope. Each day I pray, pull out a mystery verse, and process live, so that I am not sharing as an "expert", but one vulnerably exploring what hope is and how I may be rejecting it. If this encourages you, or the Spir...

Rejecting Hope No Longer: A 31 Day Devotional on Hope ⁠⁠⁠ is now available! ⁠⁠⁠ https://a.co/d/00kDyVeF ⁠⁠⁠ In episode 236, we continue with 31 Days exploring 31 passages on hope. Each day I pray, pull out a mystery verse, and process live, so that I am not sharing as an "expert", but one vulnerably exploring what hope is and how I may be rejecting it. If this encourages you, or the Spir...

Rejecting Hope No Longer: A 31 Day Devotional on Hope ⁠⁠⁠ is now available! ⁠⁠⁠ https://a.co/d/00kDyVeF ⁠⁠⁠ In episode 235, we continue with 31 Days exploring 31 passages on hope. Each day I pray, pull out a mystery verse, and process live, so that I am not sharing as an "expert", but one vulnerably exploring what hope is and how I may be rejecting it. If this encourages you, or the Spir...

Rejecting Hope No Longer: A 31 Day Devotional on Hope ⁠⁠ is now available! ⁠⁠ https://a.co/d/00kDyVeF ⁠⁠ In episode 234, we continue with 31 Days exploring 31 passages on hope. Each day I pray, pull out a mystery verse, and process live, so that I am not sharing as an "expert", but one vulnerably exploring what hope is and how I may be rejecting it. If this encourages you, or the Spirit...

Rejecting Hope No Longer: A 31 Day Devotional on Hope ⁠⁠ is now available! ⁠⁠ https://a.co/d/00kDyVeF ⁠⁠ In episode 233, we continue with 31 Days exploring 31 passages on hope. Each day I pray, pull out a mystery verse, and process live, so that I am not sharing as an "expert", but one vulnerably exploring what hope is and how I may be rejecting it. If this encourages you, or the Spirit...