The Built Different Podcast with Zach Clinton (Zach Clinton)

For anyone ready to move their life forward, from tragedy, personal failure, unfair circumstances, or just a sense of being stuck, baseball legend, bestselling author, and today’s guest, Darryl Strawberry offers transformational practices and the tangible hope that you can enjoy a future filled with power, purpose, and freedom. Darryl has seen it all—the highs and lows of an intense career as a Major League Baseball all-star, drug addiction, marriage challenges, prison time, and battles with cancer. With honesty and transparency, during today’s conversation Darryl joins Zach & his dad, Dr. Tim Clinton to share the same foundational principles that transformed his life from the inside out such as the power of prayer, cultivating healthy friendships, weathering trials without losing heart, refreshing the way you think, and letting God change your life for good. Ultimately, he'll help you discover and trust the redemptive process of making small, daily decisions to follow God into a life of faith, health, and freedom.

Purchase a Copy of Darryl’s Book, Turn Your Season Around: https://www.amazon.com/Turn-Your-Season-Around-Transforms/dp/0310360862 

Visit Darryl’s Website: https://findingyourway.com/ 

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There’s no question that resilience is rooted in relationship - with God and with others. Joining us today for an impactful discussion is someone who has experienced and endured a lot of pain, trauma, and suffering in life, yet by the grace of God has also experienced triumph, joy, and a testimony of resilience. Joining us today is Carrie Sheffield! Carrie is a columnist and broadcaster in Washington D.C. who earned a full-tuition Harvard scholarship, managed billions of dollars in risk at Wall Street firms, and competed in a Miss USA system beauty pageant. A journalist and former White House correspondent, she challenged the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt and testified as an economic expert before the US Congress. Carrie achieved all this while overcoming a life of extreme poverty and psychological, spiritual, and sexual abuse. A recovered agnostic, Carrie eventually found peace and anchoring in Christianity, and today we’ll be unpacking her most recent book, Motorhome Prophecies as we discuss her journey toward healing, forgiveness, and freedom. We hope and pray that this conversation would remind you that God has hard-wired each and every one of us with the power to rise above and overcome!

Carrie’s Website: https://carriesheffield.com/ 

Get Carrie’s Book Today: https://carriesheffield.com/book/ 

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We live in a day and age where stress, fear, worry, and anxiety are running rampant in our culture and society. However, these factors are not a part of the abundant life and plan in which God destines for you to experience. However, II Corinthians 10:5 reminds us of a strategy to overcome the negative, maladaptive thoughts in our lives by stating, “We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” Joining us today to provide additional guidance and wisdom from this passage is a renowned speaker, author, and Bible teacher, Margaret Feinberg. Host of the popular podcast, The Joycast, Margaret Feinberg is a popular Bible teacher and speaker at churches and leading conferences such as Extraordinary Women, Thrive and Women of Joy. She is also the creator of best-selling coloring and creative books for grown ups. Her other books, including  Scouting the Divine, Fight Back With Joy, Taste and See: Discovering God Among Butchers, Bakers and Fresh Food Makers, and their corresponding Bible studies, have sold over one million copies and received critical acclaim and extensive national media coverage from CNN, the Associated Press, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, and more. She was recently named one of 50 women most shaping culture and the church today by Christianity Today. Margaret lives in Utah with her husband, Leif, and their superpup, Zoom. She believes some of the best days are spent around a table with amazing food and friends. Our prayer is that you would be educated, encouraged, and equipped with practical tips and strategies to take every thought captive in your life as well no matter the season you may find yourself in. 

Margaret’s Website: https://margaretfeinberg.com/about/ 

The Joycast: https://margaretfeinberg.com/joycast 

Margaret’s Books & Bible Studies: https://www.margaretfeinbergstore.com/collections/all 

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Today’s guest has one of the most moving and impactful testimonies we’ve ever heard on the podcast. From the depths of despair, anguish, and suffering on the floor of a psychiatric hospital room, Sheila Walsh was approached by what she believes was an angel who reminded her that “The Shepherd knows where to find you.” From a painful past and broken spirit, Sheila has since experienced the overwhelming love of God like never before. Many of you may know Sheila as a best-selling author, Bible teacher, 2x Grammy-nominated recording artist, and television host, hosting numerous shows on TBN, including the flagship show, Praise, and the talk show, Better Together, but as Sheila mentions in today’s conversation, she’s really just like you and me - a Bummer Lamb who desperately seeks to know and pursue the voice of The Shepherd!

Visit Sheila’s Website: https://sheilawalsh.com/homepage/ 

Pre-Order Sheila’s New Book, The Hope of Heaven: https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Heaven-Promise-Eternity-Everything/dp/1540900274?maas=maas_adg_EB9A16C5155DDC8841E2F9219E091579_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas 

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Joining us today on the podcast is Lead Pastor of National Community Church located on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., as well as New York Times bestselling author of 24 books, Mark Batterson. In today’s conversation we will unpack Mark’s newest book entitled, “A Million Little Miracles: Rediscover the God who is Bigger than Big, Closer than Close, and Gooder than Good” to help remind you of the millions of miracles God performs everyday and inspire you to live with a clearer sense of identity and purpose. Mark puts it this way, “Think you’ve never experienced a miracle? With all due respect, you have never not. In fact, you are one!”There never has been—and there never will be—anyone else like you. That isn’t a testament to you. It’s a testament to the God who created you. Your fingerprint, eyeprint, and voiceprint are unlike anyone else’s. Simply put, you matter to God. However, most of us take everyday miracles for granted, including the one that stares back at us in the mirror. It’s time to take them for gratitude. Why is that so important? Because whatever you don’t turn into praise turns into pride. The miracle of life becomes mundane. We get so wrapped up in our own little world, we end up worshipping a god who looks like us, acts like us, and thinks like us. It’s no wonder we’ve lost our wonder. But there is a way to recapture holy curiosity! In today’s conversation as well as littered throughout the book, A Million Little Miracles, Mark reveals three miraculous truths that awaken us to carpe wonder for the Creator and His creation:

1. God Is Bigger Than We Think—we can rest in His wisdom and strength

2. God Is Closer Than We Realize—we never have to do life alone

3. God Is Better Than We Imagine—we can reclaim our childlike wonder

My friends, a million little miracles are waiting to be discovered, including the miracle called you.

Mark’s Website: https://www.markbatterson.com/ 

Pick Up Your Copy of A Million Little Miracles Today: https://www.markbatterson.com/books/ 

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There is an Enemy among us. You may know who he is, but you may not know what he is about. Do you know how he wages war? Do you know how he targets you specifically? He's the Villain who wants to change your story in the hopes you live isolated, powerless, discouraged, and defeated. Satan has waged a war with the Almighty, the Creator and Sustainer of the universe, and his sole desire is to keep you from God's goodness. He knows that he has been defeated by Jesus' death and resurrection, but until the final battle when he is cast into hell for eternity, he and his demons roam the earth like a roaring lion looking for anyone to devour. He is far more disruptive to our lives than we realize, and it's time to take action. Therefore, in today’s conversation, Zach & Josh sit down with New York Times bestselling author, renowned speaker, and lead pastor of Harris Creek Baptist Church, Jonathan Pokluda, to unpack his newest book, Your Story Has a Villain to explore the tactics of Satan, equip you to overcome spiritual battles, and remind you of the victory already secured through Jesus. Remember, as Christ followers we must be aware of the enemy’s schemes, but we don’t have to be afraid, because as 1 John 4:4 reminds us, “greater is He that is in you, than he that is in the world.” Yes, your story has a villain, an unseen enemy disrupting your life more than you realize. But we must remember our hero is Jesus Christ, who came so that we may "have life, and have it to the full" (John 10:10). We know the grim, eternal outcome for Satan and his demons, but the battle still rages. So, the question that remains is, are you ready to fight back, find freedom from sin and toxic thinking, and walk in the abundant life available to you? 

Purchase a Copy of Your Story Has a Villain: https://shorturl.at/Th9nK 

Purchase a Copy of Your Story Has a Villain Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video: https://shorturl.at/VnXAb 

Visit JP’s Website: https://www.jonathanpokluda.com/ 

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It’s been said that burnout is not only a very real and present danger, but it has been estimated that over 60% of leaders will experience it. As the old saying goes, leadership can sometimes feel lonely. Prolonged seasons with heightened levels of stress, feeling unappreciated, and more can cause many leaders to grow tired, frustrated, and weary. However, I believe it’s in these moments that many simply need to be encouraged, motivated, and reminded of their purpose and calling in this life. Thankfully today, we have the perfect guest to uplift and inspire you with biblical truths and an incredible amount of godly wisdom, Pastor Preston Morrison. Preston is the Senior Pastor of Pillar Church in Arizona which has given him the opportunity to walk out the call of leadership the Lord has placed on his life, all while serving alongside a dynamic staff, building a community that feels like family, and loving the people in the Valley of the Sun. He is also a self-proclaimed romantic—whether he's studying a way to communicate God's truth, pursuing his beautiful wife Holly or their three kids, or finding ways to bless the people in his life—he does it with a passion and love that are truly contagious. And above all else, Preston has a feverish desire and obsession with being a friend of God. Our prayer is that this episode would help you re-frame your perspective, find hope in the midst of patience, lean into an enhanced level of perseverance, and remember the purpose/calling God has called you to! Weary traveler, carry on. It won’t be like this for long.

Pillar Church: https://thepillar.com/

The Leaders Cut Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-dv2wBr9xCE9cEauYZAxHdqhD2WZIaH5

Follow Preston on Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/prestonmorrison/?hl=en

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There’s no question that this upcoming election has created a lot of fear, chaos, and division across the country. Therefore, in today’s episode we want to remind you that November 5th is not about personalities, but rather about policies that matter - policies that impact our everyday lives and issues of concern to all Americans including the economy, our border situation and the real threat of terrorism both here and abroad, a strong national defense, and of course issues important to people with sincerely held religious beliefs such as religious liberty, life, Israel, and more. We are in a significant moment in time and we believe God calls us to STAND for biblical truth and to be salt and light for today’s generations! That being said, today’s special guest is someone who has a word of hope and courage in the climate we find ourselves in. Joining us today is one of the great Christian leaders of our day and age, Dr. Ben Carson. Dr. Carson served as the 17th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development under former President, Donald J. Trump. He completed his B.A. in psychology from Yale University, an M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School, and his residency in neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Carson became the Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1984 at the age of 33. He has written and published numerous best-selling books, 4 of which were co-authored with Candy, his wife of 46 years. Dr. Carson and his wife are co-founders of the Carson Scholars Fund, and together they have 3 sons and several rambunctious grandchildren. Today’s conversation is going to be centered around the pillars of American democracy and the importance of both the government and the American family by unpacking Dr. Carson’s newest book titled, The Perilous Fight: Overcoming Our Culture's War on the American Family.

American Cornerstone Institute: https://americancornerstone.org/ 

Carson Scholars Fund: https://carsonscholars.org/about-csf/dr-carson/

Purchase Your Copy of The Perilous Fight: Overcoming Our Culture's War on the American Family: https://www.amazon.com/Perilous-Fight-Overcoming-Cultures-American/dp/0310368375 

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With the first weekend of the 2024 NFL season behind us, we wanted to bring on a familiar face that could give us not only an inspirational story and testimony of faith, but also someone who has their pulse on the sporting arena and its impact on everyday life. If you’re an NFL fan you’ll know our guest well. Joining us today is James Brown or as most would call him, JB. James Brown is the current host of “The NFL Today” on CBS and "Inside The NFL" on Showtime.  A three-time Emmy Award-winning network broadcaster, Brown, who was elected into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame in August 2020, has hosted the Super Bowl a record setting ten times including Super Bowl 55 on CBS. In 2010, SI.com named Brown the Best Studio Host of the Decade. Brown is a Special Correspondent for CBS News and contributes to programs such as “60 Minutes”, “CBS This Morning”, “CBS Evening News” and “48 Hours”. He is also a founding partner of Major League Baseball’s 2019 World Series Champion Washington Nationals. Among numerous honors, Brown most recently received the 2016 Pete Rozelle Award by the Pro Football Hall of Fame, which recognizes “longtime exceptional contributions to radio and television in professional football", and “The Uncommon Award” from Tony Dungy for his “uncommon leadership through character and faith.” Brown was a 2010 honoree as one of the “Faces of Black History” celebrating Black Media Legends who have impacted the Black community through their achievements and positive examples and was honored with the Greater Washington Urban League’s Sam Lacy Award in 2005. Brown was also the first recipient of the coveted Pat Summerall Award presented annually during Super Bowl weekend. The incredible thing about this interview is that many know and are familiar with the accolades and professional career of JB, but not many are familiar with his personal testimony and the strong and devout faith He has in Christ which rests as the foundation and bedrock of his life. We hope and pray this conversation around all things faith, football, and family would excite you for this upcoming NFL season but would more importantly encourage you for the days ahead. 

JB’s website: https://www.jbjamesbrown.com/ 

Watch ’The NFL Today’ on CBS: https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/schedule/ 

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In a day and age where social media has quickly become an untapped mission field, we need more people who are bold and courageous to step up, speak up, and stand on biblical truth. Thankfully, that is exactly what our very special guest today, Isabel Brown, does on a daily basis. Isabel Brown is a full-time independent creator, livestreamer, and author giving a voice to Generation Z by breaking down culture’s most important topics to thousands of viewers in a real-time, authentic format. Isabel’s streams and other content reach millions of people around the world daily, covering everything from politics to dating, faith, and the latest internet trend. She published her first book, Frontlines: Finding My Voice on an American College Campus, in 2021, sharing her encounter with radical leftism from the heart of America’s university experience. Her new book, The End of the Alphabet: How Gen Z Can Save America, makes a compelling case for why Generation Z may be the last hope to save Western civilization from the upside-down Left, and why we shouldn’t write them off just yet. Isabel speaks regularly on high school and college campuses and to activism organizations worldwide. She is a Contributor with Turning Point USA, and has previously worked and collaborated with The Daily Wire, PragerU, Students for Life of America, and Live Action. You may recognize her from the cover of Newsweek magazine or her regular appearances on national and international television and radio representing the voice of Generation Z! Ultimately, Isabel is a women who has her finger on the pulse of culture and society today and I believe you will be encouraged by the work God is continuing to do in and through her life. 

Follow Isabel on social media: https://www.instagram.com/theisabelbrown/reels/?hl=en 

Pick up a copy of Isabel’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08W4WRKPQ 

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It’s easy to praise God on the mountain, but the real question is whether or not you’ll praise Him in the valley. Join us today as award winning singer, song writer, and worship leader Katy Nichole joins us to share her testimony of faith and resilience. Although Katy has received several awards such as the 2022 K-LOVE Worship Song of the Year, GMA Dove Award New Artist of the Year, as well as a Billboard #1 for her song ‘In Jesus Name (God of Possible)’, Katy gives all the honor, glory, and credit to the Lord who has carried her through some very dark and difficult seasons of life. Having been born with congenital scoliosis, Katy’s life has quite literally and figuratively been painful. Multiple surgeries and a near suicide attempt threatened to derail her, BUT GOD had a different plan in mind. In the moments right before Katy was contemplating ending it all, the Lord imprinted on her heart to trust Him because He wasn’t finished with her yet. Katy now openly shares her journey with mental health struggles and is an advocate for others who are facing physical and mental health challenges. Katy may get the opportunity of displaying her talent from the largest stages across America, but she wants to shed light on the reality that we all have struggles and no one is a stranger to pain and adversity in this life, but we serve a God who is a Healer, Way Maker, and Miracle Worker! Be sure to check out this powerful and encouraging conversation today!

Katy’s Website: https://www.katynichole.com/ 

Katy’s Song ‘In Jesus Name (God of Possible)’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihrUIPfvTh8 

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Many theologians would argue that more than often Christians in the West are immature, meaning that our walk doesn’t always match our talk. Some would even go as far as arguing that the average North American Christian is about 3,000 Bible verses overweight, because the way many leaders approach maturity is to assume that knowledge produces it. But since when? Yes, it’s wonderful that people understand what they believe, but knowledge in and of itself is not a hallmark of Christian maturity. As Paul says, knowledge puffs up. Love, by contrast, builds up. And some of the most Biblically literate people in Jesus’ day were passed over when Jesus was selecting his disciples. You see, the goal is not to know, but to do something with what you know. Today, we are going to take a deep dive the process of spiritual formation and holistic discipleship by answering questions such as, “Does our popular understanding of discipleship produce some of the unhealthiness, stagnation, and decline we see all around us in the church?” and “What if you could do something about it by rethinking what you mean by discipleship in the first place?” Joining us today to for a very rich discussion around these matters is the Lead Pastor of Bloom Church in Portland, Oregon - Colby Maier! Colby is a man who seeks to help people discover who God created them to be as he believes God created each person with a unique potential to make a profound impact on their world, and to leave lasting change that will influence generations to come. Each day is filled with meaning when you know who you are, why you’re here, and where you’re going. We hope and pray that through today’s conversation you would truly discover who God created you to be so that you too can activate your faith and bring positive and lasting change to this world.

Colby’s Website: https://www.colbymaier.com/ 

Bloom Church’s Website: https://achurchinportland.org/about/ 

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Dr. Daniel Amen, groundbreaking physician, psychiatrist and clinic director, has helped people for decades achieve mental wellness by teaching them how to make better choices with their diet and lifestyle in order to be more in tune with their brain's health and function. The founder of Amen Clinics and BrainMD, Dr. Amen shares with Zach Clinton the steps anyone can take to optimize mental acuity and better brain health. Dr. Amen’s clinical expertise provides hope to those struggling mentally, and even helps parents in the midst of raising kids whose brains are still developing. He presents practical challenges that can launch you on the road to better metal health and resiliency, exclusively in today’s conversation.

Amen University: https://www.amenuniversity.com/blogs/news/dr-amen-change-your-brain-and-life-brain-health?tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=22090313956&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAp4O8BhAkEiwAqv2UqAOLpiWV6fenwP3Np1oTvhIkEMb0ymZZy3ju-xRsX1NIBunYbJP0_hoCrEUQAvD_BwE 

Amen Clinics: https://www.amenclinics.com/ 

Pick up Dr. Amen’s Book, Raising Mentally Strong Kids: https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Mentally-Strong-Kids-Neuroscience/dp/1496484797/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EmhDR7t-llqS-WWgJjn_g-FIfw8f89iybs0Eq6sxVgGJm_MnzPSWpzDAEZjOiatNpQOgD35Z9xCDDudWRgAaYsV5zKdQkwc982L-yrcMGoO9qK8HSM6CIj6XuNdOSHS1Q8zBwfoenQIxY1zSiSugJ20GHcOGjMHIgwMuptE1EYNe9hszHxa0R1euel1rP2G4vh3fG1jryJ9T_dbPk3nVHr9NYB7dbjXNTSxOZLehKHs.1E2FuGliV7do45vt5eOvxkI2zca1EiYcE8Zehk_qoHA&dib_tag=se&hvadid=700283968455&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9008908&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=9074856537415198683&hvtargid=kwd-2299179502235&hydadcr=15554_13558538&keywords=raising+mentally+strong+kids+amen&qid=1736524572&sr=8-3-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1 

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In our fast-paced culture plagued with burnout, stress, and chronic fatigue, we often find that we’re functioning out of emptiness. But what would it be like to experience a fullness in our life that was truly lasting and regenerative? In today’s conversation licensed professional counselor, nationally acclaimed speaker, best-selling author, and renowned podcaster, Debra Fileta, shows you how Jesus’ own life rhythms can guide you to true health and rest, teaching you how to live full rather than empty. Rooted in Scripture and expertly informed by clinical psychology, today’s conversation will help you identify six life-giving practices from the life of Jesus that address your whole person—mind, body, and spirit. As you are guided toward your own practice of biblical self-care, you will learn how the Bible responds to common myths about soul care; how a lack of soul care impacts your relationships, ministries, and careers; and how to recognize the signs and signals of burnout and respond proactively with practical solutions. Empty people cannot fill up others. As you learn to be filled as Jesus was by intentional rhythms and practices, you will experience renewed energy, motivation, and strength to serve others as you never have before!

Debra’s Website: https://debrafileta.com/soulcare/ 

Purchase Soul Care: https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Care-Life-Giving-Discover-Unspeakable-ebook/dp/B0CTDS4XC2 

Take the Soul-Care Quiz: https://debrafileta.com/takethesoulcarequiz/ 

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Nick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire, a ministry that actually helped him and his wife find a way out and healing from his own porn addiction. In this honest, unflinching conversation, Nick joins Zach Clinton to explain the challenges involved in overcoming the shame and brokenness of porn use. They examine the different wounds and the peripheral damage that can occur with a spouse or a mate, and explain why both partners in a relationship matter as a journey of recover begins. Nick offers unique firsthand perspective on how this can be an unspoken problem within the church. Through his own powerful testimony, Nick reminds us that asking for help doesn’t make us weaker believers. Real freedom from behavior driven by secrecy and shame can only be found by bringing it into the light. Listen and be encouraged as you start the new year, with new goals and resolutions, and share it with someone you care about.

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In the midst of the craziness, chaos, and division surrounding the upcoming Presidential election, many are seeking discernment as well as praying for and over the future of this country. However, there remains an overwhelming amount of fear, stress, frustration, and more running rampantly throughout our country! So, with all of those things on the forefront of our minds, we thought that there would be no greater guest to bring in than someone who has their finger on the pulse of what’s happening in culture as well as someone who has a heart for the intersection of topics such as politics and faith, Ryan Helfenbein.

Ryan serves as the Executive Director of the Standing for Freedom Center and the Vice President of Communications and Public Engagement at Liberty University. Ryan hosts “The Give Me Liberty” weekly podcast and is also a weekly contributor on “In Focus with Alison Steinberg” as well as a contributor on my dad, Dr. Tim Clinton’s weekly television show, “Sunday, the Road Forward” on Real America’s Voice News.

Remember, this upcoming election is not about personalities - It’s about policies - policies that impact our everyday lives - issues of concern to all Americans including the economy, our border situation and the real threat of terrorism both here and abroad, a strong national defense and of course issues important to people with sincerely held religious beliefs such as religious liberty, life, Israel, and more! We are in a significant moment in time and I believe God calls us to stand for biblical truth and to be salt and light to our generations! 

Link to The Standing for Freedom Center at Liberty University:

https://www.standingforfreedom.com/our-team/ryan-helfenbein/

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When living in a postmodernistic and relativistic culture and society where people are placing preferences over principles, often times we need to be reminded that Truth is nonnegotiable. There is only One absolute standard of Truth which is the Word of God, and in these days we need men and women of faith to be bold and courageous in stepping up, standing on, and speaking the Truth in love. For this reason, our guest today is the co-founder and lead vocalist and bassist for the 22x platinum band, Skillet, one of the best-selling Christian rock bands of the 21st century, John Cooper. You may know many of Skillet’s songs such as “Hero”, “Anchor”, “Stars,” “Victorious” or “Monster.” However, on November 1st, John and Skillet released their 12th album with the title ‘Revolution’ stating that the revolution they are referencing is not a political one or a militaristic one, but rather it is a revolution of loving your neighbor as yourself. Additionally, John is the author of Awake & Alive to Truth: Finding Truth in the Chaos of a Relativistic World, which we are also going to be discussing today. If you’re ready to be encouraged and motivated for such a time as this, I would encourage you to tune in and be a part of this Revolution!

Listen to ‘Revolution’ Now: https://www.skillet.com/ 

Find Out More About Skillet: https://www.skillet.com/home

Purchase Awake & Alive to Truth by John Cooper: https://www.amazon.com/Awake-Alive-Truth-Finding-Relativistic/dp/1636843360 

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Who is the most complicated person you work with? You probably don’t have to think very hard to answer that question. You already know their name, their job title, their quirks, and their flaws. You have firsthand experience with the mental and emotional fallout they leave in their wake. You’ve seen the problems their complexity creates for everyone on their team. You wish you could fix them, solve them, ignore them, or teleport them to a parallel dimension. But you can’t. You have to work with them. (You could quit, but your next job will have a complicated person waiting for you there too.) That means you need effective strategies to collaborate with (nearly) anyone. Especially the picky, prickly, problematic ones. Drawing from his global consulting experience with teams and leaders from the glitz of sports and entertainment, to the number-crunching world of finance, to the meticulous realms of insurance, pharma, and manufacturing, today’s guest - a dynamic speaker and bestselling author, Ryan Leak, will provide you with proven strategies for seeing challenging individuals as human beings to understand rather than problems to solve, detoxing unrealistic expectations and getting comfortable with complicated, learning to communicate effectively in complex environments, embracing healthy disagreement as a tool to discover better solutions, and setting boundaries that let people into your world without letting them run your world. In the episode Ryan shares, “The process of learning to collaborate with difficult individuals is transformative—it’s a gateway to greater creativity, stronger teams, and increased productivity, because on the other side of complicated is the wonderful, wide-open world of effective collaboration and a workplace you love.” 

Ryan’s Website: https://www.ryanleak.com/ 

Pre-Order Ryan’s Book How to Work with Complicated People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Work-Complicated-People-Collaboration-ebook/dp/B0D7J86R16 

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Many have recognized Christmas as the most magical time of the year. Whether it be the trees, lights, decorations, festivities, family traditions, and more - Christmas is a time of celebration, specifically when we reflect on the Gift of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. That being said, today’s conversation is all about spreading joy and goodness this Christmas season through the selfless act of giving and blessing those in need. Joining us today is renowned speaker, author, and founder of Skip1.org, Shelene Bryan. Skip1 exists to help solve world hunger, one Skip at a time, by building and renovating kitchens within orphanages and schools in impoverished areas. They also support food distribution and feeding programs in places where kitchens can't be built, and help with clean water and sustainable agricultural initiatives. Ultimately, it’s amazing what can happen when people choose to skip something they may want to bless others with something they may need! Our prayer is that this Christmas season you would realize that the true gift though belongs to the giver as giving provides us an opportunity to feel purposeful, meaningful, and connected.

Donate to Skip1.org today: https://skip1.org/donate/ 

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Learn more about Shelene: https://skip1.org/our-founder/ 

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From zero scholarships to the NFL—Javien Elliott’s journey is a story of grit, faith, and determination. Growing up in Panama City, Florida, Javien dreamed of playing college football and making it to the NFL. But as a high school graduate with no star ranking and no scholarship offers, those dreams seemed far out of reach. After three years away from the game, Javien made the bold decision to walk on to the reigning national champions, the Florida State Seminoles, where he ultimately earned a scholarship, a starting position, and the chance to prove himself on one of college football’s biggest stages. With only one season under his belt, Javien went undrafted but didn't let that stop him from pursuing his NFL dream. Today’s conversation is more than a tale of an improbably athletic career; it’s a testament to the power of faith in God, resilience, and an unbreakable will to succeed. Javien’s story encourages anyone facing long odds to believe in what’s possible and to pursue their dreams relentlessly. Through his journey, he shows that with grit, faith, and determination, anything is achievable. This episode is perfect for athletes, dreamers, and anyone looking for inspiration to overcome their own challenges. Our prayer is that today’s conversation would serve as a powerful reminder that the road to success is rarely smooth but it’s always worth it!

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On this earth, a crown is what separates victors from the rest of the competitors, but the goal of creating a life worth living is not to gain a trophy, get a prize, or keep the crown. However, when all we’re focused on is the prize and not the process, we find ourselves in a dangerous position quickly attaching our identities to our accomplishments. However, our lives are not meant to be about being number one or making our own names known. Therefore, while walking you through the journey of her evolving confidence—from basing her identity on temporary labels and her own efforts, to discovering the rock-solid security of anchoring her dreams in her Maker—today’s guest, Demi Leigh Tebow joins Zach & Dr. Tim Clinton to weave her story together with the insights she's learned along the way. Today’s conversation will show you how to relate to the discomfort, confusion, and doubt that arises when you base your confidence on external things; discover God-confidence when your plans take unexpected detours, know what do when planted in unknown territory, use your story to grow an eternal impact, and stay grounded in the truth of who you are in Christ. The purpose of our lives is to love and serve God and others. Demi shows how you can be encouraged to focus not just on your aspirations, but on your greater purpose and leave behind a footprint of significance, not just success.

Visit Demi’s Website: https://demitebow.com/ 

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Purchase Demi’s Newest Book for Mothers & Daughters, “Princess Paris Finds Her Purpose”: https://shorturl.at/J31xT 

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With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we figured it would be a perfect time to drop in a much needed conversation on the topic of intimacy. In a world and culture that has sexualized the word intimacy, today’s conversation gets back to the basics of God’s original intent and design for intimacy. We also spend time peeling back the layers of intimacy such as physical, emotional, & spiritual intimacy as well. Joining us to do just that is a man who has one of the most impactful testimonies you will ever hear, Joshua Broome. If you’re not familiar with Josh’s story, it’s a testiment of the love, grace, and faithfulness of our God, where a former adult film star embarked on a life-changing journey to fill the void in his heart. Despite fame and success, he found emptiness. Battling depression and thoughts of self harm, Josh discovered the transformative power of Jesus. Now, he shares his story of redemption on podcasts, TV shows, and stages, spreading God's message of restoration all over the world. With a BS in Christian Ministries, our guest and his wife Hope have been married for seven years, raising their four sons in Dallas, Texas. His message is centered on the fact that no matter what you have done or what has happened to you the love of Jesus Christ stands ready to change your future. Whether you’re preparing for or repairing the relationship God has called you to, today’s conversation is a must hear as it’s filled with practical tips and strategies to recenter your heart on what matters most. Remember, love is not something you become better at, love is someone you become more like. We hope and pray that this conversation would not only impact you, but also those you love. 

Josh’s Website: https://www.joshuabroome.me/

Josh’s Book: https://www.joshuabroome.me/joshuas-book 

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With Super Bowl weekend right around the corner, we wanted to bless all you NFL fans with an incredible guest who not only understands the ins and outs of what it takes to get to and to play in the NFL, but also a man who now gets to shepherd and steward the spiritual growth and development of many NFL players. Our guest today is Johnny Shelton! Johnny is a husband, father, minister, sports chaplain, and life coach with an extraordinary desire to encourage and challenge the hearts of God’s people! He has served in various ministry roles throughout his career including the team chaplain at Elon University, the chaplain of the Virginia Tech Football Team, and now serving as the Team Chaplain and Life Coach of the Baltimore Ravens since 2013! This is a man who understands the process of spiritual growth and development and the significance of fellowship and discipleship in our journey throughout this life. Listen in to this compelling conversation that will challenge and encourage you in your pursuit of more fully knowing God and making His name known!

Johnny’s Website: https://johnnyshelton.com/ 

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Do you long for more in your marriage? You feel lonely even though you’re not lone. You’re caught in the same fight, over and over. The passion and connection you once had seems to be fading? If one of these situations depicts what you’re feeling in your marriage, today’s guest, Gabe Lyons, wants to begin by reminding you that the enemy is not your spouse. Lyons who is a best-selling author, speaker, and the founder of THINQ Media poses an interesting question asking, “What if your biggest conflict isn't with each other, but with the forces trying to divide you?” Further, today’s conversation, as well as in he and his wife, Rebekah’s, newest book titled The Fight for Us offers a revolutionary approach to marriage—turning against what divides you so you can fight for your relationship together. Through story, psychology and biblical teaching, Gabe joins Dr. Zach and his dad, Dr. Tim Clinton, to better understand why you fight, how you fight, and how to overcome toxic patterns; relinquish coping mechanisms or addictions that have come between you; renew your commitment to recover intimacy and connection with your spouse; and establish goals and rhythms that deepen your friendship and unity as a couple. It’s time to discover the turning point that can transform your marriage from isolation to unity!

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Pre-Order The Fight For Us: https://www.rebekahlyons.com/fight-for-us-marriage-gabe-rebekah-lyons 

THINQ Media’s website: https://thinqmedia.com/ 

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Reward Sibanda is a dynamic speaker, writer, pastor at Saddleback Church, and the Senior Director of National Church Engagement at World Vision, the world's largest Christian humanitarian organization. Renowned for his unique perspective and transformative insights that inspire many and challenge conventional thinking, Reward thrives on empowering and challenging people from all walks of life to transcend limitations and pursue God's best for them. In today’s conversation, Reward joins Zach & Josh to help us futher understand and unpack an ancient, biblical practice - fasting. As he writes in his newest book, How to Fast, so many in our modernized culture and society view fasting as simply another fad dietting technique, when in reality it is a key to unlocking physical, emotional, and spiritual renewal and rejuvenation. Through Scripture, personal anecdotes, scientific insights, and practical advice, today’s conversation is a perfect reminder for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, that the ancient practice of fasting can truly help deepen your spiritual connection and intimacy with The Lord as well as enhance your overall well-being.

Find Out More About Reward: https://www.rewardsibanda.com/ 

Pick Up a Copy of Reward’s Newest Book, How to Fast: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593601351?tag=randohouseinc11082-20 

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Kadarian ‘KD’ Hill has a powerful testimony as he shares how a little boy with a big dream became a powerful man with an even bigger dream. At a very young age, KD Hill discovered football and passion for the game. With the help of his single mom, who worked hard to provide for herself and her young son, he learned the game and became a powerful force playing defense for an SEC powerhouse! While on that journey, he became an award-winning defensive tackle. Yet, his dream was to play in the NFL. After his final season playing for the Ole Miss Rebels, and with his dream seemingly coming to fruition, he began a targeted training program and garnered the interest of several NFL teams. On and off the field he had proved himself to be the man and athlete he had always dreamed of being. However, in order to provide for his family while continue to train for the NFL draft, KD was driving a truck late one night when the unthinkable happened. On the morning of July 21, 2023 around 4:30 AM, just outside of Cullman, Alabama, everything changed concerning his NFL Dream. In a matter of the seconds that it takes for an accident to happen, KD found himself pinned in the truck with his right leg smashed by the dashboard of the freightliner he was driving. Within 10 minutes the state trooper was on the scene of the accident and more help was on the way, KD was given the news that, for him to be freed from the truck, part of his right leg would have to be amputated. The surgeon arrived on the scene, freed KD from the truck and the dream of a career in the NFL ended. However, KD knew that God was his refuge and source of strength in his time of trouble no matter what came next, as football wasn’t KD’s only dream, and it wasn’t God’s ultimate plan for his life. Today, KD is a successful motivational speaker speaking to football teams and business organizations and sharing his story of hope, overcoming challenges, and finding success after tragedy. He has been a guest on Good Morning America and is loving life while living out a dream bigger than he ever had before. A now author of his memoir titled, The UpHill Climb: The KD Hill Story, KD will be sure to inspire you through today’s conversation with his practical perspective shifts and resounding hope and faith in a God who has EVERYTHING within His control!

KD’s Website: https://hlx.gg/kd-hill 

KD’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Uphill-Climb-KD-Hill-Story/dp/B0DMG4VCD5 

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There’s no question that we live in unprecedented times. Everywhere one looks, they can easily find division and chaos. However, it was in similar circumstances years ago where a story arose of how one man who overcame the odds, sustained by the love of a woman who supported him in his journey could bring unity and resilience throughout a nation. From 1981 through 1989, Ronald Reagan led a great American comeback. He not only achieved what his critics said would be impossible; he made it seem easy. His leadership transformed a sputtering U.S. economy into a rocket of growth that led to a generation of prosperity. Through it all, he revived America’s spirit, restored our hopes, and strengthened our faith. Thankfully, we get the opportunity of reliving this story of hope and redemption through the big screens as the new film, REAGAN, releases this Friday, August 30th nation wide. Joining us today to not only provide us with insight on this new film, but also give us a glimpse of his personal life and faith is one of the most resounding actors of our day and age, Dennis Quaid! Dennis is an Emmy and Golden Globe nominee best known for his roles in The Rookie, The Day After Tomorrow, The Parent Trap and many more. A household name, his work has spanned multiple generations of beloved films. In addition to acting, Dennis is also a musician, releasing multiple albums and is currently promoting a new Gospel album titled Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners. And today, we’re going to be discussing Dennis’s most recent endeavor - staring in the new Film, Reagan…  Dennis said playing Ronald Reagan was one of the greatest honors of his life as he was inspired by the many parallels between each of their lives. I pray this conversation would encourage you as you hear a behind the scenes look into the professional and personal life of one of the world’s favorite actors.

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Dennis Quaid’s Website: https://www.dennisquaidishere.com/ 

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With a new year comes a new start – with new goals, dreams, and aspirations. Therefore as we embark into a season of transition and hopefully a season where you are hungry to embrace the process of progress, we’ve decided to bring back a dear friend who knows a thing or two about commitment, discipline, hard work, and what greatness requires in this life! Joining us today is Garrett Unclebach!! Garrett is a former Navy Seal - where he served many years on Seal Team 3 - Over the course of six years, Garrett earned his SEAL Trident, became a communications expert, a combat controller calling in precision close air support, a freefall jumpmaster, and a SEAL Platoon Squad Leader - guiding 8 other SEALs through countless high risk training and real world operations on multiple continents. Garrett is clearly a man who understands discipline, leadership, and consistency. He deeply cares about pouring and investing into other men better helping them understand what it means to live a life of purpose and on mission. He is the co-host of an incredible podcast titled “The Impossible Life” - a business owner and a real estate developer partnered with his father, a Venture Capital Partner, and he volunteers as the Director of Men’s Ministry at Elevate Life Church where he hosts a Mighty Men’s group every Saturday morning! But what I love most about Garrett is that he has a heart that is hungry for the Lord as he continually serves his family as a husband to his wife Lindsey and a father to their children. Trust me, this is a conversation that you don’t want to miss as Garrett will help us understand what it means to truly squeeze the lemon out of life and get all that God has for you in 2025! 

Garrett Unclebach Website: https://www.theimpossible.life/garrettunclebach

Learn More about The Impossible Life: https://www.theimpossible.life/homepage

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If there is one word that sums up Kirk Cousins, it’s CONSISTENCY. On the field, Kirk is one of the most efficient passers in NFL history, tallying 42,979 passing yards and 288 touchdowns leaving him 6th all-time in completion % for QBs with at least 1,500 pass attempts and 11th in the NFL’s all-time regular-season career passer rating. However, the most impressive thing in our eyes is that no matter what result Kirk experiences on the field, he consistently displays his devotion to both his faith and his family. Yes, he’s an NFL veteran QB, but more importantly he’s a man on a mission to share the good news of the gospel and to be a beacon of hope, light, and love to a dark and hurting world. Tune in to today’s conversation as Zach and Kirk unpack the last several years of Kirk’s journey, specifically this last year and what it’s like to once again be faced with the challenge of the unknown. As Kirk mentions, “I may not know what the future holds, but I do know WHO holds my future.” Be inspired today to hear how sometimes looking back can be the best way to move forward as it’s the practice of remembrance that often fuels our level of confidence and resilience for the road ahead!

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Get Involved with the Kirk Cousins Foundation: https://kirkcousins.org/foundation/ 

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There seems to be a hunger and thirst for truth and the good news of the gospel spreading rampantly throughout the nation, but especially on college campuses. Many have seen the UNITE US revival nights that have taken place across several SEC college campuses, but on Sunday, August 25th, there was another unique and powerful event as current and former Ohio State football players held a Fall Kickoff gathering at the campus’s courtyard in College Green Park. They described the event as “An Invitation to Jesus.” The event reportedly drew more than 2,000 students and people from the community and resulted in a time of worship, testimonies, salvations, and baptisms. To share of all that happened and how God’s presence fell all over this special occasion, former star running back at The Ohio State University and one of the leaders who heavily contributed to the inception of this event, Master Teague III joined us for a special conversation that you’re not going to want to miss! Master shares how God was in the details of this event, as well as all that happened at the Fall Kickoff gathering. Additionally, Master reflects back on some of his favorite life lessons, memories, and ways in which he learned to personalize his faith during his college days! It’s evident that God is not only doing something special on the campus and in the football locker-room at The Ohio State University, but God is also doing a Mighty Work in and through Master Teagues heart and life!

Read More About the Fall Kickoff Event: https://sportsspectrum.com/sport/football/2024/08/26/ohio-state-football-faith-event-give-him-glory/ 

Visit Master’s Website: https://www.masterwteagueiii.com/ 

Follow Master on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/masterteague/?hl=en 

Purchase Master’s Book, The Power of Community: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Community-Ohio-State-University/dp/B0CK9J4HJ3 

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Habit Stacking: Developing the Discpline for Your Mind, Body, & Spirit with Personal Trainer & Ultra-Athlete, Bryan Pollard

Show Notes: The process of success is not hidden. It is on display for anyone to see. However, it is a daily grind that requires a great deal of work that is tedious and often uncomfortable. Successful people simply do the work. They embrace the grind and everything that comes with it. Ultimately, successful people understand this truth - Hope doesn’t produce change. Habits do! Everyone has the desire, but many lack the necessary discipline! That’s why today, we have a very special guest who understands the importance of discipline and habits at a very high level. Our guest today is Bryan Pollard! Bryan is not only a personal trainer and ultra-athlete, but he is also someone who is continuing to train for and complete a goal of running 12 marathons in 12 months. During today’s episode Bryan will motivate and encourage you to examine the difference between the life you want to live and the life you’re currently living, help you understand the importance of disciplining yourself in every facet of life, as well as assist you in unlocking your fullest potential through pushing yourself beyond your limits. This is a life-changing conversation that will ultimately remind you that real change is not merely behavior modification, but more importantly, it involves spiritual transformation. Don’t just focus on changing the thoughts in your head and the habits in your life, but also allow God to transform your heart from the inside-out.

Follow Bryan on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/bryanpollardfitness/

Join Bryan’s FREE Running Community: https://topacademyfitness.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/top-academy-runners-community/home?invite=66d4929fffdffcc6d1b9afd4 

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Bryan’s 1:1 Running Coaching Program: https://topacademyfitness.com/16-week-beginner-runner-plan-page 

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The hardest seasons of life beg the question: how established is your character? Today’s Built Different guest is former NFL quarterback and Hall of Famer, Jim Kelly. Jim opens up about the loss of his 8 year-old son, and his own battle with cancer. He talks about the importance of surrounding ourselves with quality people, and shares how his faith in God is what has held him together during his most trying times. 

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Hunter’s Hope (website)

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Everyone seems to always be searching for the ever illusive term, “Mental Toughness.” Today’s Built Different guest who discusses this topic in depth is Elite Cross-Fit athlete, Jayson Hopper. Jayson is constantly having to assess himself every day for what it means to push himself beyond his limits and build resilience in all he does. During this episode he talks about the importance of hard work, self-assessment, attainable goals, his perspective on “failure”, people fuel, and finding our worth and approval in the applause of nail scarred hands.

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How do you build a strong and steady CULTURE? Today’s Built Different guest, Coach Kelly Nangle, tackles this massive question that so many of us don’t truly have an answer for. Coach Kelly, who serves as the Head Coach of the Liberty University Women’s Lacrosse Team, dives into some biblically based principles that she believes can help individuals and teams cultivate a culture like no other. The cool thing is that all of these principles are things that YOU CAN CONTROL! Don’t miss this powerful episode as Brooke gets to interview her very own Coach!

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When life gets hard, it’s easy to find comfort in the low places, to give up, and to identify yourself as a victim. However, today’s Built Different guest, Richard Yeargin III, discusses his pivotal shift in mentality from that of a victim to that of a VICTOR! As a 2x College Football National Champion, Richard, has endured significant pain and challenge in and throughout his life, yet believes and procalims that God’s plan is Perfect and His timing is never late! Through his unforgettable testimony, Richard will share how because of God’s grace and second chances, he was able to persevere and rise above his low places in life.

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Happiness and Joy are two very different things. Happiness is an emotion that is contingent on one’s successes and failures, but Joy is an internal state that dwells deep within us and gives us contentment regardless of the external circumstances. Our Built Different guest today to discuss what Unwavering Joy looks like is, Derek Orndorff, who is the starting Center Fielder for the Liberty University baseball team and he is also currently the National Collegiate Homerun Leader! In this episode, Derek dives deep into his personal testimony and discusses how regardless of the mountain top moments or valleys he’s experienced in life, he has been able to find joy in his personal relationship with the Lord!

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Have you ever gone through a season of life where it felt like you were being overlooked, forgotten, or like no one cared? I think we’ve all been there. Today’s Built Different Guest is no stranger to disappointment, discouragement, and doubt. He’s been through the ringer and his abilities have been questioned time and time again, but that never deterred him from the ultimate mission and calling God placed on his heart. Our guest today is the American Underdog himself, Kurt Warner. In this episode Kurt shares his unforgettable testimony where he journeyed in the wilderness and through several valleys in and throughout his life, BUT GOD brought restoration and resurrection his dreams. Kurt went from being an undrafted free agent to one of NFL’s greatest stories winning 2 MVP’s, a Super Bowl title, and a Super Bowl MVP along the way. Our prayer is that this episode would remind you that even when you can’t track or trace God, you can always TRUST Him.

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Let’s be honest, life is filled with difficult and painful seasons. Life sometimes delivers knock out blows that we never saw coming, and sometimes these become our defining moments. Today’s Built Different guest is a guy who’s taken a few blind side hits of his own both on the gridiron during his 18 year Hall Of Fame career in the NFL and off the field as well, Ben Roethlisberger! In this epsiode Ben reminds us that life is not going to be perfect. Life is full of peaks and valleys and it’s easy to give God the glory from the top of a mountain. But he challenges us by asking, Can we give Him the glory when we’re in midst of the valley as well? We must STAND BACK UP!

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It’s very easy to start losing our identity in what we do. In athletics, it’s especially easy to find our worth and value in our performance. We are constantly working for success, but too many don’t know how to handle or process failure. Today’s Built Different guest is no stranger to the sporting arena as he is currently the QB for the Washington Commanders, Carson Wentz! Carson, like everyone, has experienced several ups and downs in the midst of his career yet he has constantly lived by one motto which is playing and living for an “Audience of ONE.” In this episode, Carson thanks God for all of the trials he has endured because they have led him to opportunities for growth and to a place of finding true surrender in Christ. His hearts beats to remind people of WHO they are by helping them remember WHOSE they are.

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Pain is inevitable. It’s a part of every single one of our journeys throughout life. John 16:33 reminds us, “That in this world you WILL have trouble…” so it’s not a matter of “if” but of “when” we experience challenge, difficult, and adversity in our lives. We can’t OUTRUN it, but we can choose to OUTLAST it! Our Built Different Guest today is one of if not the greatest motivational speaker of our day and age, Inky Johnson. Inky has one of the most inspiring testimonies you will ever hear as God has helped him turn what was his greatest PAIN into his greatest PURPOSE! He now shares his testimony to help people understand that even when his faith seemed as if it were on trial and he almost lost his hope and belief, God didn’t give up on him. Even when you feel down and discouraged, God is still walking with you and He hasn’t forgotten about you. He is still in your midst. It may be hard to get up right now, but continue to fight the good fight.

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Since the beginning of time, God’s Word tells us that we were created for one thing: a RELATIONSHIP with Him. Unfortunately, sin quickly entered this world which ruptured the relationship we were intended to have with God. But God, being so rich in love, grace, and mercy sent His one and only Son, Jesus, to pay the penalty for our sins on the cross and to rise again 3 days later so that we may have the opportunity to restore our relationship with Him! All we simply have to do is say YES to Jesus through asking for the forgiveness of our sins and believing in Him. In this episode our Built Different guest, Pastor Clayton King joins us to share of the significance of the Easter Story. Pastor Clayton shares details and stories from Scripture that may easily get overlooked, yet proclaim of the goodness, faithfulness, and intentionality of God. Our prayer is that through this episode, you will be reminded of your worth and value in understanding that God specifically cares for you and He loves to redeem wounded lives!

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Hebrews 11:1 reminds us that, “Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” But let’s be honest with ourselves, it can be really hard to “have faith” during times of uncertainty, transition, and challenge. Yet during these difficult moments, we must remember that true and genuine faith in God can be forged in the valleys of our journey. God wants us to press into Him during these times more than ever! Hebrews 11:6 goes on to remind us that “Without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.” Today’s Built Different Guest, is no stranger to understanding what it means to step out in faith even in the midst of uncertainty. Today’s guest is world renowned Christian singer and songwriter, Micah Tyler. Micah knew he was called to ministry at a young age, but it wasn’t until his late 20’s that he felt the Lord calling him into music! After literally selling over half of what he and his wife owned at the time, they devoted their lives to following and trusting the Lord’s leading. Even in the midst of fear, difficulty, and sometimes frustration that they experienced, God continually showed up and provided like He always does! My friends, we can always have faith, because of the hope that Christ offers us. Hope is never lost, sometimes it just needs to be redirected. Why? Because Hope is a person. Micah believes that living out your faith will ultimately reflect what it means to be DIFFERENT in our world today.

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Our Built Different Guest today is former legendary MLB pitcher, Andy Pettitte. After an 18 year professional baseball journey, Andy racked up one of the most decorated careers collecting 5 World Series Championships, 3 All-Star Game selections, and 256 career wins along the way. There is obviously no question that Andy is a fierce competitor who wanted to do his very best while playing the game that he loved, but what Andy shares with us is that his main priority has always been to grow and strengthen his relationship with Christ above everything else. Throughout this episode you will hear a common theme that Andy reminds us of which is the consistency of God. Even in the ups and downs throughout Andy’s baseball career, but more importantly his life, God has always remained the same. The heart of this interview rests in helping you understand that no matter what you may be going through, God is still God, and He is still Good! Even when you can’t see it, He is working on your behalf! Rest in His consistency today!

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Have you ever experienced something difficult and began questioning God? Maybe even doubting His goodness, grace, and faithfulness? Starting to ask Him the ‘Why’ questions, like “God, Why are you allowing this to happen to me?” Today’s Built Different Guest, Christian singer and songwriter, Danny Gokey, is no stranger to challenge and difficulty. After losing his late wife, Sophia Martinez, to complications during her third surgery to treat her congenital heart disease, Danny was left broken and uncertain of what was to come. Yet, in those moments God encouraged him to reframe his ‘Why’ questions into ‘What’ questions… Rather than “Why me?” he began asking “What can I learn in the midst of my pain?” or even “God, what is your will so that I may begin walking in it?” It’s amazing what God can turn our pain into. Just four short weeks after losing Sophia, Danny tried out for American Idol and placed in the top-3 sparking what we now see as one of the most decorated Christian music careers in history! He was also remarried to his current wife of over a decade, Leyicet, and together they have 4 beautiful children! Danny’s heart and music rests in reminding us that God is for you and not against you. He has a beautiful and perfect plan for your life. And He can turn your pain into your greatest purpose if you let Him. If you’re struggling to believe and see it with that perspective today, maybe you just haven’t seen it yet. Keep on believing!

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Have you ever found yourself trapped or stuck in patterns you no longer desire? Maybe you’ve been hurt or wounded in the past and you’ve turned to anything to numb or anesthetize that pain, and now that very thing you looked to for instant relief is now your greatest source of destruction. Well there is good news my friends, recovery is for everyone and recovery is possible for you. Our Built Different Guest today is the Pastor of Temple City Church in Selma, NC as well as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), John Eklund. In this episode, John shares his powerful testimony involving brokenness, addiction, and suicidal ideation, yet in his darkest moment God showed up and provided a spark for his recovery journey. He has since then written a book and founded an exceptional program called Recovery Alive - Known for Resurrecting Hope through the power, people, and process of the 12 steps. John’s passion rests in helping others find the hope they feel has been lost and the freedom they never knew was possible. Listen to this episode, and be prepared to start your Recovery Journey today!

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Did you know that Anxiety Disorders are the most common mental health disorders and affect nearly 30% of U.S. adults at some point during their life? I believe at some point in all of our lives, we’ve all felt a little anxious about something - a current situation, relationship, finances, work life, the future, etc. But how do we stop anxiety from robbing our joy and stealing our peace? Thankfully, today’s Built Different Guest, Dr. Gregory Jantz, who is a leading expert on the topic of mental health, especially on the topic of anxiety, is here to hopefully bring some clarity to that question. In this episode, through Dr. Jantz’s wisdom, knowledge, and expertise, he breaks down the differences between anxiety and worry/fear, some common signs of anxiety in our day to day lives, as well as some simple tools and techniques that we can begin implementing into our mental health hygiene to spark the peace that God initially intended for us. Philippians 4:6 reads, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything through prayer and supplication, let your requests be made known to God.” Although anxiety will speak lies, God always wants to remind you of His truth.

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When experiencing difficult seasons of life filled with stress and anxiety, where do you turn or what do you do to find freedom? Today’s Built Different Guest, Rebekah Lyons, has found 4 unique rhythms to help trade stress and anxiety for a life of peace and purpose! Even though Rebekah has reached some mountain top moments being a nationally acclaimed speaker, podcaster, and best-selling author of 3 incredible books: Rhythms of Renewal, You are Free, and Freefall to Fly, she has also experienced some deep valleys which have included mental health battles with anxiety, panic attacks, and depression. Her four rhythms which include Rest, Restore, Connect, and Create have opened her eyes to not just managing and going through the motions of life, but truly thriving and living the abundant life that John 10:10 describes! With God at the foundation and intentionality throughout the healing and recovery process, you too can find the freedom that you’re looking for!

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It’s pretty evident that our country has been going through some challenging times here recently. A lot of pain, heartbreak, and devastation to say the least. One thing that has been breaking my heart specifically is the effects that we are seeing within our youth, adolescents, and next generation. For countless reasons including the crumbling of the home, traumatic events, and so much more, kids are being predisposed to experiencing mental health struggles and challenges such as issues with self-esteem, anger, emotion regulation, fear of abandonment, and we’re even seeing a staggering uptick in anxiety, depression, addiction, and suicidality as well. Thankfully, today’s Built Different Guest is someone who has been on the frontlines for quite some time as he has a strong heart and passion to help impact and influence our next generation, Dr. Jay Strack. Dr. Strack is the President and Founder of Student Leadership University (SLU), and he has had the opportunity of speaking and sharing within countless high schools, colleges, universities, companies, organizations, and professional sports teams across the world. Having experienced an incredibly difficult upbringing himself filled with abuse, broken homes, juvenile detention centers, and more, Jay wants people to understand that they are capable, seen, and pursued by a God who still has a plan for their lives. Your past, mistakes, challenges, and adversity do not define you. God fully knows you and fully loves you. Just be sure that you’re not wasting your sorrows!

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One of my favorite quotes from this episode reads, “Most Christians are like the Arctic River - frozen at the mouth.” Have you ever wondered why it can be so difficult for us to share the good news of the gospel? Maybe it’s out of fear, wanting to just blend or fit in, maybe it’s so you’re not labeled that Jesus freak by your friend group. But unfortunately people are lost, wandering, and every day dying internally because sometimes we are too afraid to simply speak up! Today’s Built Different Guests include two amazing men of God, Jim VanSteenhouse and Sal Sberna! Both of these men have unbelievably powerful testimonies that I cannot wait for you to hear in this week’s episode. It’s amazing what God will use as an interruption in our lives to spark urgency and revival within our culture and society today who we know desperately need it! what if the change we were looking and even praying for all started with you?

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When experiencing difficulty, pain, challenge, hardship, uncertainty, fear, worry, anxiety, addiction, and more, have you ever just questioned where God was? Does He even hear my cry? Does He even know my thoughts? Will He ever show up? Why is this happening to me? Or how about the infamous, “Why do bad things happen to good people?”

This makes me think of the book of Habakkuk where even in the midst of Habakkuk’s doubt, uncertainty, and frustration, God reminds Him that even though you may not understand what’s happening now, if you just TRUST me and live by FAITH, you’ll see that I can make ALL things work together for the good of those who love me and whom I have called according to my purpose (Romans 8:28). 

Today’s Built Different Guest is no stranger to affliction and adversity! Grant Troutt is one of the most kind, genuine, and life-giving people you will ever meet, but life wasn’t and still isn’t always easy! Having experienced countless injuries that eventually ended his athletic aspirations, to getting lost in addiction… Grant has had his fair share of anger and doubting God. Yet, even though this life is hard and God never promised otherwise, He has reminded Grant that His plan is still perfect and His timing is never late! He just simply asks us to trust His plan and pleads with us to not lose our hope, because hope is never lost, sometimes it just needs to be redirected. Hope is a person! 

Our prayer is that through this episode, you would feel encouraged, refreshed, and challenged to keep trusting, believing, and surrendering every day over to what the Lord has planned for your life! You know why? Because the Lord gets your pain. He understands your suffering. He too has experienced it and is currently in your midst experiencing it all with you right now! He has never left your side! Hebrews 4:15 says, “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses…” but the beautiful thing is that as 1 Peter 5:10 reminds us that, “After you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.”

My friends this too shall pass, and as Grant reminds us throughout this episode, what if your most PAINFUL moments and seasons were PREPARING you for your greatest PURPOSE in this life! Don’t give up now! When we TRUST in our trustworthy God, we don’t need to know why. We only need to know Him.

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I don’t know about you, but it can sometimes be really difficult to not get caught up in the trap of the comparison culture that we live in. Always wanting to look better, make more money, buy bigger things, etc. to not only compete with other people but to compete with what we believe other people’s expectations are of us. But we must remember, comparison is the thief of joy and robs us of the abudant life that God has always intended for us. Thankfully, our Built Different Guest today, who is an incredibly powerful and passionate world-renowned communicator, podcaster, and best-selling author, Lisa Bevere, has dedicated her life to reminding people of their worth, value, and calling. One of our favorite quotes from Lisa says, “God doesn’t love us equally… He loves us uniquely! And Unique means without rival. You never have to compete or fight for the love and affection of the Lord.” In and throughout this entire episode, Lisa wants to remind you that God sees you. He hears you. He understands you. And He loves you more than you could ever possibly imagine. He is with you, and He has called you to greater things. Don’t give up now. Just keep pursuing Him, His will, and His calling and purpose for your life. Stop comparing, God created you intricately and uniquely to change the world. JUST BE YOU!

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What if I told you today, the life you’re looking for is WITHIN YOUR REACH? Would you live any differently? Would you work a little harder? Would you love a little deeper? If you’re answer is yes, then what are you waiting for? Today’s podcast episode is all about how you can begin creating the life you want to live through the power of GOOD DECISION MAKING. 1 Kings Chapter 3, Solomon was given one request from the Lord. He could have asked for anything in the world, but he chose to ask for WISDOM. What wisdom can also be viewed as is the ability or skillset in making more effective and beneficial decisions. I’ve heard it said that Decisions determine direction and direction determines destiny. Today’s Built Different Guest understands the weight and affects decision making can have on our lives. Our guest today is Dr. Karl Benzio who is a leading Christian Psychiatrist and serves as the medical director for the American Association of Christian Counselors and is the cofounder and medical director at Honey Lake Clinic as well. Dr. Karl shares his powerful testimony, and he also discusses his SPEARS decision making model with us so we can begin implementing these simple steps into our daily lives and decisions as well. As Dr. Karl mentions in this episode, we have the ability to slow our minds down. There are these steps or space that happens between a stimulus or a situation and our decision or response to it. Viktor Frankl says, “In that space is our power to choose, and in that choice is our freedom and our growth.” What if you were just one or a couple of good decisions away from living a completely different life? 

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It is all too easy to get caught up in comparison culture: Do I have enough money? Am I respected enough by my peers? Am I beautiful? Am I worthy? It makes sense that we feel so downcast while looking through the comparison lens because “comparison is the thief of joy”. If you feel caught up in this cycle, our guest today is ready to reaffirm your worth and help you to put a halt to the comparison game through her specific life experience and prowess in the medical arena. Today’s Built Different Guest is Dermatologist Megan Allison talks about why our worth and our beauty is not merely “skin deep”. Megan begins by giving medical advice on how to be good stewards of our body by taking care of our skin, shares her personal battle against acne and how she overcame the physical and mental challenges that came with it, and lastly applied scriptural wisdom to the topic of beauty and comparison. Megan’s unique perspective as a physician assistant gives us deep encouragement to reorient our hearts towards God’s perspective of worth and beauty as she challenges our community to “remember our worth”, that it is “okay to ask for help”, and to “stop the comparison game”. Imagine how you could live differently if you knew the source of your true worth!

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Did you know that the word “passion” has its roots in the Latin word pati, which means 'to suffer or endure.' Therefore, at the root of passion is suffering. One of the best movies ever made is Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of The Christ”. What most people believe this movie is all about is what most people believe the word Passion is all about - love, adoration, and affection for something. The truth is, yes, that is partially true, however, this movie is actually more about the suffering that Christ endured while on the cross. Jesus had and still has such a passion for His people and therefore He endured great suffering to demonstrate His love for us. Unfortunately, Satan loves to use anything he can to make us feel alone, isolated, overlooked, and even forgotten. Often times, he uses negative experiences, tragic events, toxic relationships, wounds, mistakes, and even bad decisions from our pasts to let the trauma affect the truth we believe about ourselves, others, and even the Lord. Thankfully today’s Built Different Guest, Stu Epperson Jr., is committed and passionate about spreading the light and truth of the gospel of Christ. Stu is the Founder and President of the Truth Network as well as host of the nationally syndicated radio show “Truth Talk Live”. In this episode, Stu joins us to share his personal testimony and how he is continually able to find joy and cling to the truth of God’s Word to help him navigate the challenges and adversity life has thrown his way! Don’t miss this powerful conversation!

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Do you feel like you are caught between two masters: trying to serve yourself and serve God at the same time? Or taking it further, Have you ever felt like you are too far gone for the Lord to use your life in mighty ways? You are too sinful, too broken, or a waste? Today’s guest speaks life and truth into all of these challenges and fears. With a powerful testimony that for the first time in podcast history brings Brooke and Zach to tears, the pastor from Coastal Christian Ocean City in New Jersey and founder of http://TruthOverTrend.com, Matthew Maher, explains that “nothing is wasteful to a God who is faithful”. Matthew shares his journey from a christian household, to professional soccer player, to a career ending ACL and meniscus tear, to the devastating night of March 7th, through five years in prison, and into the freedom and open arms of Jesus. Pastor Matthew’s testimony is one that you will not want to miss: listen and be encouraged to press into the voice of your Savior instead of the voice of your failure.

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In the fast paced, go get it mentality, and hustle oriented society and culture that we found ourselves in, how would you define success? Is it about the fame, the fortune, or the followership? This world does a really good job of constantly preaching discontentment, but what our Built Different Guest today offers us is a message of hope to remind you of what it takes to just be still and know that we serve the One, True, and Living God. Our guest today is Michael Perron. Michael serves as the Minister of Life Recovery at Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas. He describes this position as one that exists to help individuals recover the life that God has always intended for them. In this episode, Michael shares his incredibly moving testimony which reminds us of Mark 8:36 which says, “What does it profit a man to gain the whole world, yet forfeit His soul?” At a point in time in his life, Michael had everything - the looks, the money, the ladies, and more - but he was the emptiest he’s ever been! Ironically, the Lord used the height of his fitness modeling career as his rock bottom moment where he ran cliniging to Christ where he finally found the joy, satisfaction, and fulfillment he’s always desired. He leaves us with this thought - Are you living a life of success or are you living a life of significance?

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Are you feeling overlooked, under appreciated, and just about ready to throw in the towel? Maybe you have sought to continually do what is right, yet do not feel like the Lord sees you or is pleased by your efforts. Today’s guest Alex Bachman, standout wide receiver at Wake Forrest and current NFL NY Giants player, has experienced all these feelings and more in his journey to the heights of the sporting world. By sharing his testimony, Alex encourages us to keep “fighting the good fight” (1 Timothy 6:12) and to “not grow weary in doing the next right thing” (Galatians 6:9) because even in our darkest moments God will provide the harvest if we “do not give up”. Get a behind-the-scenes look into the life of a professional athlete and be encouraged to lean into your adversity through today’s podcast.

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At some point in life, we have to be real with ourselves about the gap between the life we want to live and the life our daily habits are leading us toward. As John Maxwell always says, “So many of us have uphill dreams but downhill habits.” But let me remind you my friends, we are what we continually do. It’s easy to make a commitment, but it can be really hard to stay committed or consistent to that initial commitment when our feelings or busyness or distractions get in the way. How many times have you made that New Year’s resolution to do some form of physical activity every day or read through the Bible chronologically or finish a 365 page devotional just to see your goal fall short by Februrary because “life happened?” We’ve all been there, but in today’s episode we dive deep into how we can begin developing strong habits that will honor the Lord in our daily lives. The most important habit that we touch on today is that of SURRENDER! Sometimes, it’s okay to admit that you don’t have the motivation or strength to get the job done, but thankfully by asking and surrendering to the Holy Spirit, He can and will equip and encourage us in our weakest moments. Today’s Built Different Guest is a man who is passionate about this topic and helping others live a life of IMPACT in all that they do. Our guest today is Lead Pastor of Impact Church in Forest, VA, Pastor Brad Bell. In and throughout this episode, Pastor Brad shares of the faithfulness of God and how he has seen the Lord’s hand and fingerprints all throughout his life even during the painful or waiting seasons. Our prayer is that after listening to today’s epsiode you would be reminded of the Lord’s love for you and be encouraged to continually fight the good fight and stand on the truth of His Word. No matter how difficult it may be, keep pushing, and make sure your habits are steering you toward the life God has always intended for you.

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Growing up as a kid, something I was always reminded of was as you continue to grow and develop in whatever occupational field you may be pursuing, the tighter the skill gap gets. In simpler terms, as you continue to progress and rise to the top, when you look around everyone is going to look similar. They’ll be talented. They’ll have the abilities to get the job done, but there are only a select group of individuals who have what it takes to stand out in the midst of that elite group. What is it you may ask? THE INTANGIBLES… Our Built Different Guest today, Michael Strachan, knows a thing or two about what it takes to get to the next level and how to stand out when an opportunity arises. Ever since Mike was a kid growing up in the Bahamas, one dream has been on his mind - playing in the NFL. But to achieve this goal, he would have to endure several obstacles and make plenty of sacrifices to get there. From dropping everything to move to Virginia to play competitive high school football, to signing with and grinding at a smaller NCAA Division 2 University, to getting drafted in the 7th round by the Indianapolis Colts, to then standing out and having an unbelievable preseason last year, there was always something different about Mike and his mission. Yes, he was talented, but there’s always been something lying underneath the surface of all that talent. Today, Mike not only shares his testimony and journey with us, but he also discusses the intangibles that have helped him achieve his goal of getting to the NFL and have now propelled his goals higher to becoming an impact player in the NFL.

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Today’s Built Different Guest is not only a survivor, but also an incredible storyteller. On April 21, 2008, at the age of 26, Katherine Wolf, experienced the unimaginable nearly dying from a massive brain-stem stroke. Following her life-saving surgery, Katherine still had to endure several significant challenges which included having to be on life support for an entire month, and then 2 additional years in rehabilitation to regain her motor skills. Her survival and recovery have been identified as nothing short of a miracle. However, although Katherine’s physical body would never heal completely beign reliant on a wheelchair to get around and having half of her face paralyzed due to the stroke, her spirit has mended. Most would hear Katherine’s testimony and say she has every reason to be bitter and frustrated with life, however, by clinging to the truth of God’s Word and His Promises, she has one of the most inspirational and joyous outlooks on life. In and throughout today’s episode you will be encouraged and equipped on how to properly handle adversity by embracing the process, cultivating a positive perspective, and choosing hope and joy through the act of gratitude. Remember, if you have a pulse, you have a purpose.

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Have you ever just heard a story in which someone reacted with such grace, compassion, and empathy that it completely blew you away? Well today’s Built Different Guest, former professional baseball player and now world renowned inspirational speaker, Chris Singleton, joins us on the podcast to share his personal testimony that will do just that. Chris’s impactful story tragically involves the loss of his mother due to the horrific 2015 Charleston Church Massacre. In the midst of unfathomable pain, Chris was left with a choice of either hardening his heart or living out one of the lessons we’ve all heard being, “In this life we won’t always be able to control our circumstances, but we can always control how we respond to them.” In the midst of one of the most heinous acts imagineable, Chris clung to the truth and promises found in God’s Word and chose to respond with LOVE. He lived out the very thing he was always taught growing up found in Mark 12:30-31 which reminds us that we are to love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and secondly we are to love our neighbor as ourself. Chris’s testimony is one that truly echoes and personifies the grace and forgiveness found in Christ. His goal and mission now rests in reminding every individual to choose love no matter someone’s skin color, ethnic background, or circumstance. It’s time to be the change we have all been looking for!

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Everyone desires to be healthy and fit, but only few give the time, attention, and energy to doing so. And we aren’t just talking physical fitness. We are talking about holistic fitness which involves the body, mind, and spirit. We want to help individuals pursue and reach their goals physically, mentally/emotionally, relationally, and most important spiritually. Thankfully, our Built Different Guest today, Shane Manney, has a significant amount of experience in all aspects of life. Physically speaking, Shane has accumulated over 20 years of coaching experience that includes wrestling, boxing, submission grappling, and strength training along with serving 6 years as an infantry machine gunner in the United States MARINE Corps, 2 years as a police officer in Richmond, Virginia, and 8 years as a private security contractor and security lead supervisor for Exelon Nuclear Security. On the mental, emotional, and relational level, Shane worked in the field of drug and alcohol rehabilitation at Pennsylvania Counseling Services for years helping individuals find freedom and recovery from strongholds within their lives. And spiritually speaking, Shane earned a bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies from Lancaster Bible College in 2016, and now leads a ministry called 5 Stones Fight Club that exists to engage individuals in mixed martial arts and fitness so that they can become both physically fit and spiritually sound. His mission is to help individuals relate their struggles on the wrestling mats and in the cage to their daily battles in life, and to provide the necessary support to become moral representatives of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. My favorite quote from the episode is, “Come as you are, but don’t stay as you are.” Don’t miss this powerful episode that will help you push past your comfort zones!

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Have you ever just felt dissatisfied with life? Maybe felt disappointed or discouraged with how your life has been up to this point? Maybe even asked the question, “Is this really all life has to offer?” If that’s you, then I pray that this episode will speak such encouragement and motivation into your life today! Our Built Different Guest has been described as a passionate Jesus-loving, Bible-teaching, book-writing woman who loves to help people navigate life, connect in community, and live significantly. In this episode Bianca shares her powerful testimony of finding and fostering a deep and intimate personal relationship and faith in Christ in the midst of a very difficult and challenging season of life. She noted that often our faith is tested in the fire and that the biggest concern in our culture and society today is that when we go through difficult seasons and we experience deconstruction, we don’t put in the work to reconstruct what has been broken. Our prayer is that after listening to this episode you would be fueled and ignited to begin pursuing the Lord like never before opening up an opportunity for Him to work in and through your life to spark a revival that we all seek.

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Have you ever taken a second to realize how much we have here in the U.S.? We are so blessed and fortunate to have so much. However, several sources have revealed heartbreaking statistics stating that nearly 10% of the world population lives in extreme poverty, meaning they live on less than $2 a day. Thankfully, our guests today on the Built Different Podcast have incredible hearts to extend the love of Christ through the gift of giving and helping those in need! Our Built Different Guests today will include world renowned authors, speakers, and Splash Podcast hosts, Shelene Bryan and Barbara Cameron!! This powerful conversation will be a reairing from their Splash Podcast talking all about an incredible cause and mission we all can give to in order to HELP and SUPPORT those in need. After seeing some of the statistics already mentioned, Shelene Bryan realized that the truth is, we’d all be okay if we skipped one or two or 500 things a year. Just think about how much money we spend on THINGS. On stuff we'll never use, or use once and give away, or never use again. This isn't an attempt to make you feel guilty, it's to get you to think about one or two things in your life that you could skip. Therefore, Shelene and her husband Brian decided to begin a nonprofit organization titled, Skip1.org,  with the idea that whether it's skipping $4 at a fast food restaurant or $50,000 on that new car, by skipping the extra unneeded THING, we have the opportunity of helping someone else in need. You'll never miss the thing you skipped, but a child could live because of it. Skip1.org exists to help solve world hunger, one Skip at a time, by building and renovating kitchens within orphanages and schools in impoverished areas. They also support food distribution and feeding programs in places where kitchens can't be built, and help with clean water and sustainable agricultural initiatives. It’s amazing what can happen when people Skip. Will you join us?

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We’ve all heard the words of James 1:2 which remind us to, “Consider it pure joy my brothers and sisters when you face trials of many kinds.” But let’s be honest there are moments where life is just flat out painful, and as the infamous movie character, Rocky Balboa, once taught us, “life will beat you to your knees and keep you there if you let it.” There are moments where it seems like no one hits as hard as life does. But then Rocky’s words shift to encouraging us that, “it’s not about how hard you can hit, it’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward… how much you can take and keep moving forward.” Sometimes all it takes is a shift in perspective to realize that we’re never out of the fight. You see happiness is external, but joy is internal. Joy is a fruit of the spirit, and as our guest today reminds us, although there are moments that may seem difficult and challenging, we get the opportunity to surrender our burdens to the Lord and give control over to the Holy Spirit allowing His joy to then invade and flow through us. Today’s guest is a man who, like all of us, is no stranger to challenge or adversity having endured plenty of painful and waiting seasons along his journey thus far. Our Built Different Guest today is Manager of the Texas Rangers, Coach Tony Beasley!! To know Coach Beasley is to love him. This man is an incredible leader and truly possesses an unwavering and contagious joy that is a direct reflection of the Lord dwelling within him. In and throughout this episode Coach Beasley discusses how we can TRAIN for our TRIALS, the importance of prioritizing rest and solitude with the Lord in the midst of the fast paced culture and society we find ourselves in, sport psychology nuggets to help you separate yourself from the rest of the pack, and how we can find confidence in knowing that our worth, value, and identity are not attached to our performance. Trust us, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!

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Have you ever just been frustrated with life? Maybe upset with the way life has gone, the pain you’ve had to endure, and the adversity that keeps stacking up which just seems unfair? Today’s Built Different Guest, is no stranger to that very feeling! Our guest today is world renowned speaker, author, and podcast host, who at the age of 15 was diagnosed with a rare, degenerative eye disease that would eventually steal her sight. When I hear Jennifer‘s story, my worldly perspective immediately makes me think that she is someone that has every right to be mad, frustrated, bitter, and disappointed with the life she has been given, but as you hear in and throughout the episode today Jennifer experiences and displays such joy, peace, and a deep love and adoration for the Lord! How you may ask? Well in and throughout this episode what Jennifer helps us understand is that God‘s power is truly made perfect in the midst of our weakness. What we see as obstacles, God sees as opportunities to truly reveal Himself to us! Jennifer reminds us that when asking the questions such as “Why pain? Why blindness? or Why adversity?” We must also ask the questions, “Why grace? Why forgiveness? Why death on the cross for me?” When we understand that God has our best interest in mind and that He is with us and He is for us and if He is for us then who could stand against us, that is when we can truly proclaim and live out the words, “It is well with my soul!” We pray that this episode leaves you encouraged today!

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We’ve all heard of resilience, but do we really know what it means and how to develop it within our own lives? Although there is no concrete definition for resilience, a common theme that seems to exist includes positive adaptation in the presence or face of adversity – or in simpler terms – the capacity to recover quickly from one’s difficulties. Some have even defined it as the ability to ‘bounce back’, but we must acknowledge the fact that coming back from challenge or adversity is a process and is not necessarily an immediate occurrence. Thankfully, today’s Built Different Guest, Jim Cress, is a renowned speaker, author, and Licensed Professional Counselor who has a deep interest and passion built around the topic of resilience himself. Having overcome some significant challenges in and throughout his own personal life and testimony, Jim loves reminding people that resilience is at the core of the Christian life. Jim reminds us in this week’s episode that the ultimate form of resilience is that of the ressurection - Because of what Christ did on the Cross defeating sin, and then through the power of His ressurection defeating death, we all have the opportunity of living with resurrection power… So when experiencing adversity, challenge, and difficulty, we no longer have to scratch and claw and fight for Victory, rather we now get the opportunity of fighting FROM a place of VICTORY.

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One of my favorite quotes out there reads, “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” additionally, Galatians 6:9 reminds us to “not grow weary in doing what is right, for in due time, you will reap a harvest if you do not give up.” Both of these incredible reminders indicate the power and significance of one word: PERSEVERANCE. Joining us today on the Built Different Podcast to discuss how we can continually grow and develop a mindset to persevere is 2x Olympic medalist and renowned Life Coach, Dr. Mark Crear. Having endured a difficult childhood which included being a victim of physical and emotional abuse to using that pain and becoming the #1 110-meter hurdler in the world, Dr. Crear clearly understands perseverance and how to overcome some of life’s biggest hurdles. Our prayer is that you would be encouraged and motivated to stay the course consistently pursuing your best each and every day!

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Do you feel an immense pressure to preform at work, school, in relationships, or in sports? Katie Hollern, a newly emerging professional golfer who recently qualified for the LPGA tour, can empathize with these feelings of pressure, fear, and performance specficially in the realm of professional sports. Shifting from a collegiate lacrosse career to a professional golf career late in the game, Katie shares about how to alleviate pressure with gratitude, how to trust the “Spirit of Power” (Holy Spirit) that is within us, and how the Lord doesn’t “call the equipped, but equips the called”. Through her testimony, Katie encourages us today to choose the pain of failure instead of the pain of regret and reminds us that God loves to prove us right when we place our trust in Him. Let us be encouraged by this interview today and be reminded that God sees us exactly where we are at and he is ready and eager to do “immeasurably more than 

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I’ve heard it said that, “If serving is below you, then leadership is beyond you.” Remember the words of Mark 10:45 which remind us that the greatest leader to ever walk the face of the earth, being Jesus, “did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” Our Built Different Guest today is truly a man after God’s own heart who has a love and devotion for sacrificing his life for the service of others. General William Boykin is a true American Hero having accumulated one of the most decorated military careers spending 36 years in the army, 13 of which were spent in the Delta Force, and the last 4 years having served as the Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence. General Boykin truly has a heart for shaping strong leaders and warriors both on and off the battlefield. Yes, he’s been a part of and lead several high-profile missions such as the Iran Hostage Rescue attempt and even the Black Hawk Down incident in Mogadishu, Somalia, but this man has a heart for building champions for Christ. Spiritually speaking, we are in a fight every single day, but the question we must ask ourselves is, “How are we preparing or training for our trials?” In and throughout this episode I’m reminded of the words of John Maxwell which say, “True Leadership must be for the benefit of the followers, not the enrichment of the leader.” Don’t live this life chasing success as success will only leave a fingerprint on creation… Instead choose to live this life consistently pursuing significance which will leave a footprint on the soul. Just ask yourself every day, who have I served? Who have I encouraged? and who I have empowered today? Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap. Judge each day by the seeds you have planted.

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Have you ever felt frustrated or even discouraged in thinking that your story doesn’t matter? Well let me assure you of one thing, your story and testimony matter more than you could possibly ever know or imagine! And the good news is that there is nothing that you could possibly do that could separate you from the love of God! You’re not too far gone, you’re not too far down the wayward path, you haven’t made too many mistakes - you are always in His reach! Joining us today on the Built Different Podcast to share his story and to talk about the faithfulness of God, the author of all of our stories, is my dear friend and coworker, Garrett Hedrick! Garrett, like all of us has experienced great pain and adversity in and throughout his life, but thankfully due to his willingness to surrender his life over to Christ and through the power of relationships that God has intentionally placed along his path, he’s been able to find purpose in the midst of his pain. I’m reminded of Philippians 1:6 which reads “I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” My friends, you may be walking through a tough chapter of your life, but keep turning the page. The end hasn’t come until God says it’s done. Trust in the author! God’s not done writing your story!

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Have you ever asked yourself the question, “What’s my purpose?” or maybe even “Do I have a purpose?” So many people desparately seek answers to those very common questions. But to the person listening who has maybe asked those questions, I have a good news for you, because in and throughout today’s episode, our Built Different Guest takes us on a journey as to how we can find, identify, and develop the purpose that God has called us to. Joining us today on the podcast is world renowned life coach, best-selling author, positive psychology expert, motivational speaker, and founder of the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institue, Valorie Burton! Valorie has devoted her life to helping others become happier, healthier, and more resilient. Her goal is to help you close the gap between where you are and where you REALLY want to be. In doing so, one of the first steps is identifying your purpose or calling in this life. Friedrich Nietzsche once said, “He who has a why to live for can bear almost any how.” Thankfully, in today’s episode Valorie gives us very practical tools such as reshaping our perspective, practicing the act of gratitude, and reframing our self-talk or questions we may be asking ourselves. Ultimately, this episode will help remind you that when it comes to resilience and purpose, not only do you have these traits, but you also have the ability to build them! Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well.” My friends, let's identify your purpose today!

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Life isn’t easy. We all know that. And to be honest with you, praise doesn’t always come out naturally when it feels like everything in your life is working against you and the wheels are coming off your bus. However, I’ve heard it said that the greatest gift you can give the Lord, others, and yourself is that of thanksgiving. Why? Because when we focus on gratitude, the tide of disappointment washes away and the tide of love rushes in. Joining us on the podcast today to share a little about his testimony and how the act of gratitude has transformed his life is Coach Adam Donyes. Adam is a man who has impacted countless lives as he serves in many different roles including: the K-Equip Director at K-2 (Kanakuk Kamps) and also directing Kanakuk’s Worldview Kamp; serving on the teaching team at Woodland Hills Family Church; Founder and President of Link Academy in Branson, MO which exists to provide students with a year of purpose for a lifetime of pursuit as their goal is to empower future leaders to impact the world for Christ; and so much more! What I love about Adam is his humility and the grateful heart that he possesses. He truly has a hunger and desire to know God and to make God’s name known! Our prayer is that after listening to today’s episode you would leave feeling more equipped and encouraged to live a life of gratitude and develop a grateful heart no matter your circumstance. Remember, even if God doesn’t do anything else, because of what He did by sending His One and Only Son to die, be buried, and rise again 3 days later for you and me, He has already done enough!

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We all know the feeling of being unsatisfied. Instead of wrestling with the tension of feeling unsatisfied, we often settle and don’t move forward to experience the “abundantly more” life that God invites us to live with Him. Often, the tension of feeling unsatisfied can be God’s invitation for you to experience more with Him and within your community. What’s beautiful about the abundantly more life is that it can equally be found in the seasons of sorrow and the seasons of joy and that’s exactly what we discuss this week. Joining us on the podcast this week is Nikki Dutton. Nikki is a speaker, writer, and host of the More with Nikki Dutton podcast. Her purpose is to help others find more in their faith, relationships, home, and every day life. She’s married to her husband, Scott, and together they share life with their pets — Scout and Trooper. Nikki also works with A21 which exists to abolish slavery everywhere, forever. Her specific role is building relationships and facilitating partnerships. We dive into Nikki’s story and how she began experiencing the abundantly more in her walk with Jesus and how she now encourages others to do the same. 

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It’s Christmas time! The most wonderful time of the year, but often we can get lost in the hustle and bustle of the season. We often get lost int he hosting, buying, gifts that come with the holidays. Advent is a time for God’s people to slow down, rest, reset, and prepare our hearts for what God has instore for us this Christmas season and into the new year. On this episode we talk about the importance of preparing our hearts and minds and celebrate the true meaning of the season, Jesus.  

Joining us on this week’s episode is Ruth Chou Simons. She is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author of several books, including GraceLaced, Beholding and Becoming, and When Strivings Cease, and Emmanuel. She is an artist, entrepreneur, and speaker, using each of these platforms to spiritually sow the Word of God into people’s hearts. Through her online shoppe at GraceLaced.com and her social media community, Simons shares her journey of God’s grace intersecting daily life with word and art. Ruth and her husband, Troy, are grateful parents to six boys—their greatest adventure.

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A word that often comes to mind during this Christmas and Advent season is worship. But what does it truly mean to worship God? Worship in its purest form has simply been described as reverence and adoration for the Lord. One can actually be going through one of the most difficult times or seasons of their life, but still, come to God in reverence and adoration for WHO He is. Therefore, the worship we ought to bring should not be dependent on whether or not we’ve had a bad day or a bad life journey thus far. We are called to come to Him as we are, in our brokenness – with our “broken hallelujahs”. Joining us today to take a deeper dive into how we can experience the presence of God through the power of worship is one of the most well-known and renowned musicians and worship leaders of our day, Mack Brock! Mack has written and sang countless number 1 songs that so many of us play over the loud speakers of our cars and sing during Church! But today Mack discusses with us how worship has carried him through some of the most difficult times and seasons of his own personal life. Yes, worship is more than just a song. Our prayer is that that no matter what you may be going through, that after listening to this episode you would begin developing a heart postered toward worship today and throughout this holiday season.

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Can you believe it’s already Christmas?? What a magical time of the year! The lights, trees, decorations, Santa, but most importantly the true reason for the season which is a time of reflection and celebration for the Lord sending His One and Only Son Jesus to this world. You see, on that day, over 2,000 years ago, Hope, entered the world, because Hope has a name and His name is Jesus! But we are not naive enough to understand that there can be moments in our lives that distract and discourage us from pressing into that Hope. Let’s be honest, there are some days that just seem darker than others. Life can be flat out painful when the wheels are falling off the bus, and things just aren’t the way they’re supposed to be. But it’s in those moments that Hope is needed more than ever! Thankfully, our Built Different Guest today who will be celebrating our 100th episode with us here at the Built Different Podcast is the one and only, Annie F. Downs!!! For those that may not know Annie, she is a best-selling author, nationally known speaker, and the host of the awesome “That Sounds Fun” podcast. Annie, comes with a powerful word reminding us that God never wastes our pain and how even in our darkest moments in life we can cling to the promise that Light is Coming! Listen Now, and enjoy an incredible episode with Annie!

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We’ve all heard of positivity and optimism, but the truth is, there are days where being negative or being an energy vampire can almost seem natural. Sometimes it’s hard to be optimistic when life just isn’t the way it’s supposed to be and our fiery furnace moments in life seem like they are too much to bear. There may even be some people reading this today who had a tough 2022 and are feeling discouraged and maybe even afraid of what’s to come in the new year. Thankfully though, our Built Different Guest today, Jon Gordon, is here to remind you what it truly means to embrace the power of positivity. For those that may not be aware, Jon is a New York Times best-selling author having written well known books such as the Energy Bus, The Power of Positive Leadership, Training Camp, The Carpenter, and so many more. He is also one of the greatest motivational speakers of our day having poured into countless individuals, Fortune 500 companies, high schools, as well as collegiate and professional athletic teams across the world. In understanding that pain is inevitable, Jon comes with an inspirational message reminding us that positivity is not about pretending like challenge doesn’t exist in life, but rather it’s all about choosing optimism, joy, and a positive perspective despite the adversity you may be up against. And remember, God gives us Friends for the Fire. There is Power in finding community that will help you Row the Boat! With God and those He has hand selected to place by your side, you will never have to suffer alone!

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Let’s be honest, sometimes the weight of our past, our mistakes, shame, and guilt can be too much to bear. Sometimes these very things can hold us in bondage from the calling God has bestowed on our lives. However, our Built Different Guest today wants to remind you that as we head into a new year, you have the power and ability to cross over into this new year without carrying over the baggage from the previous. Joining us on the podcast today is one of the most gifted communicators and Bible teachers we have ever heard serving as the Senior Pastor of Celebration Church, Pastor Tim Timberlake. Trust us when we say this is a captivating, Spirit filled and led episode that you will want to have a pen and paper ready in order to write down as many notes as possible. Ultimately, Pastor Tim wants to remind you that making the most of every minute in a day, making change, and living the life God intends for you is up to you! Too many of us have uphill hopes, but downhill habits. While change may be natural, growth is intentional. After listening to this episode, we pray that your heart, mind, and spirit would be prepared to begin cultivating intentional growth and building lasting habits that will allow you the opportunity to look expectantly toward all that God has in store for you in 2023!

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It’s a week into the new year, and we all know what that means…  a lot of people are trying to hang on and follow through with their big dreams, goals, and resolutions for the new year. Interestingly, many of those resolutions involve getting in better shape or becoming more physically fit or healthy. I’ve already heard several resolutions this year that sound something like, “I want to work out more, I want to eat better, I want to run a marathon or do a Spartan Race, I want to get a 6-pack, or I want to lose this much weight.” However, the statistics have revealed that 90% of people who make New Years resolutions will fail, noting that 50% of those resolution makers will fail by the end of January. So what’s the secret? What’s the strategy to maintaining your goals throughout this entire year? One word: DISCIPLINE. Therefore, to speak on the topic of discipline, I have invited one of the most disciplined people I have ever met to join us on the show this week. Joining us is a man who has over 16 years of coaching experience and currently serves as a Human Performance Specialist for the United States Army Special Operations Command, Coach Shelton Stevens. Prior to his position with our U.S. Military Coach Stevens worked with several Division I institutions as a strength and conditioning specialist. Additionally, he and his wife Macie have started 13 Bar Performance (http://13barperformance.com) where their goal is to provide elite performance programs for individuals who strive to reach their full maximal potential. Ultimately, in and throughout this week’s episode, our hope is that you would be educated, equipped, and encouraged as to how you CAN make the daily choices to follow through with your goals ONE decision at a time. Remember, successful people do consistently what other people do occasionally. Let’s Roll.

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Change is inevitable, but growth is intentional. In other words, in order to make positive change, a decision has to be made. A decision fueled by determination, sacrifice, and conviction. Unfortunately however, many people get “stuck” in life. Whether it being a difficult past, previous mistakes, attachment wounds, settling for comfort and convenience, fear, or more, this life will throw as many knockout punches as possible causing many to lay stagnant on the canvas of the ring in life. Thankfully though, today’s guest is a man who has dedicated his life to helping others implement and produce change in their own hearts and lives! Joining us is President of the American Association of Christian Counselors (www.aacc.net), Executive Director of the Global Center for Mental Health, Addiction, and Recovery at Liberty University, and cohost of Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk, heard on over 1,400 radio outlets daily, Dr. Tim Clinton! In and throughout today’s episode Dr. Clinton will equip us with 6 very practical steps that we can begin implementing to spark and sustain the change we are looking for! Beyond the many roles Dr. Clinton fills, my personal favorite is that I get to call him Dad and my best friend! My prayer is that my dad would remind you today, that if you still have breath in your lungs, you still have some FIGHT left in you!

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The promises of the Lord are truly so comforting to me. One of my favorites includes the promise found in Isaiah 43 where God promises that He will always be with us. No matter what we are going through, no matter if it's a hill or a valley, He is there. He says in Isaiah 43:2, when we pass through those dark waters He's still there, and when we walk through the blazing hot fire, He has everything under control. Why? Because, God doesn't want us going through this life alone. He wants us to constantly be reminded that we are never alone, and I believe this reminder is best done the power of community and relationships with others. God loves to use others as messengers or conduits through which He can produce change in someone else’s life. Today, we will be hearing from a man who has many accolades and has served in countless leadership positions, but one of his greatest joys is seeing others in their time of need and reminding them of their worth, value, and potential. Joining us is Dr. Ron Hawkins who currently serves as the Chairman of the National Advisory Board for us here at the American Association of Christian Counselors. Before his time with us at the AACC, he served in numerous academic positions including Provost and Chief Academic Officer at Liberty University, he started out his career as a Pastor, he’s been a Seminary President, he’s a Licensed Professional Counselor, and he is simply a man of great wisdom who leaders continue to look to for sage and timely advice. However, in today’s episode Doc shares with us a pivotal moment in his life where someone became the hands and feet of Christ, choosing to see Him through the eyes of God in a time of need and stepping up and into the moment to breathe some life and fight back into him. The cool thing? You have the opportunity to do that very same thing for someone today and every day. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 says, “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.” Our challenge to you throughout today’s episode: See others in their time of need. Be willing to step up and into that moment. Provide them with the comfort you have also received from the Lord.

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I think we can all attest to the fact that times will inevitably come in life that seem too hard to bear. Challenge and adversity keep piling up leaving us doubtful and discouraged for what lies ahead. However, it’s in these difficult yet defining moments where the trajectory of our lives can be transformed. For today’s guest, Dr. Rick Rigsby, his defining moment took the place of him weeping at his late wife’s funeral after her bout with breast cancer, when he looked up to his father and breathed the words, “Dad, I’ve lost hope.” His father’s response however changed the trajectory of his life… “Son, you can’t lose something God gave you. You haven’t lost hope, you’ve lost perspective.” Because of that timely reminder, Dr. Rigsby is now a best-selling author, podcaster, and one of the most sought after inspirational speakers of our day and age. Many may know about him from a powerful message he delivered at a commencement ceremony that went viral a few years back titled, “Lessons I Learned from a 3rd Grade Dropout!” In and throughout this episode, Dr. Rigsby shares some of those lessons and wants to help you understand that the Storms in this life are what help us see the Savior. Give this powerful message of Hope a listen today!

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With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love and relationships are a hot topic of conversation. Therefore, throughout this month, we wanted to sit down with some of the best relationship experts in order to identify some healthy habits we can begin implementing within our daily lives to cultivate the love we so desperately seek. That being said, joining us today is a Licensed Professional Counselor and nationally acclaimed speaker who specializes in relationship and marital issues as well as mental and emotional health, Debra Fileta. Debra is also the author of six books and host of the Love + Relationships Podcast where she is passionate about spreading the message that healthy people make healthy relationships. The truth is, we all have the innate longing or craving to be loved, to be accepted, or to feel like we belong, but unfortunately too many of us get into relationships for all the wrong reasons. However, as Debra reminds us today, we can’t come to the table “half-full”, expecting someone or something else to fill, fix, or complete us. We need to be the one’s taking our burdens, pasts, and toxic patterns to the Lord as well as implementing the steps necessary to cultivate healthy habits which generate healthy relationships. No matter what your relationship status says, this episode will remind, challenge, and push you to keep looking upward and inward before looking outward. 

Lastly, be sure to check out Debra’s new book, “Reset: Powerful Habits to Own Your Thoughts, Understand Your Feelings, and Change Your Life.” This book will help you find the freedom and breakthrough  you may be looking for. It officially launches March 14th but you can Pre-Order the book at this link: https://amzn.to/3I0QCsh

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There’s no secret that love and relationships can be hard, difficult, and at times take a lot of work. However, when things get hard, I believe people too often quit or settle for comfort or familiarity. That being said, some of the best advice I’ve ever been given regarding love and relationships came from our guest today, when he reminded me that “What’s natural early on needs to be followed by intentional later on.” Joining us today to discuss this incredible advice is Founding and Lead Pastor of Woodland Hills Family Church in Branson, MO, nationally acclaimed speaker, author, comedian, and relationship expert, Ted Cunningham. During this episode, we will be discussing and dissecting 5 practical and intentional steps you can begin taking to finding and fostering the intentional love so many seek yet too often neglect. These steps include: Connection, Communication, Celebration, Confession, and Consistency. Our prayer is that through this episode you would be encouraged to make intentional decisions that would allow the relationships within your life to flourish. Remember, “What’s natural early on, needs to be followed by intentional later on. But when done intentionally, it it can start to feel natural again.”

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Time and time again, it seems as if couples are too often getting love “wrong.” They bring their hurts, wounds, and empty voids into relationships seeking for a completion rather than a companion. Unfortunately, what many tend to neglect or forget is that God is the Only Great Physician that can bring the true Help, Hope, and Healing we are looking for. However, He still allows us to play an active role in that helping process. Joining us today to discuss how we can provide the necessary safety, humility, and intentionality to WIN at love God’s Way is one of the greatest couples I know, Dr. Johnny and Mrs. Lezlyn Parker. Dr. Johnny and Mrs. Lezlyn are authors, speakers, certified and executive life coaches, and relationship architects that have spent countless years helping men and women achieve success and flourishing by viewing their lives as a story. Through their “Turn the Page” system and mindset they’ve been able to help, CEOs, pro athletes, coaches, and other high-impact men and women gain high-definition clarity and discover the stories they were born to live. Additionally, in terms of relationships, they have produced an incredible resource in both book and video course/content form titled K.I.S.S. - Keeping Intimacy Sweet & Simple. This is such a valuable resource as it is very interactive and application based. To find out more about that resource and about our amazing guests today, go to theparkersspeak.com. We pray this episode will speak truth, hope, and life into you and your relationships for years to come.

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Let me ask, are you tired of being at war with your body—and your thoughts about your body? With the constant presence of social media and more, so many of us fall into the scary trap of comparison. Comparing ourselves to others. Comparing ourselves to culture and society’s definitions of perceived perfection. Maybe even comparing our current self to our younger self. Whatever it is, we get lost trying to replicate this world’s defintion of beauty rather than trying to radiate the beauty God has already instilled within us. Thankfully, today’s guest, Rachael Gilbert, comes with a message of hope and encouragement to help us restore and renovate our body images from the inside out. As a fitness instructor, Rachael struggled with shame when she didn’t measure up to her dream body image, but then, as a licensed counselor, she realized how many of us bury those same painful insecurities as well. Therefore, Rachael wrote her new book releasing March 7th titled Image Restored: Tear Down Shame and Insecurity to Experience a Body Image Renovation. In and throughout the pages of this book as well as the discussion in this week’s episode you’ll learn about a biblical perspective on eating, fitness, and godly self-confidence; tools for overcoming comparison; counselor-inspired strategies to help you appreciate how God made you; and ways to use thoughts and feelings so they help you rather than sabotage you. My prayer is that after this episode, you would be encouraged and uplifted to view yourself through the eyes of our Creator who calls you unique, wonderful, and beautiful. 

Link to Image Restored Book: https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/

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With Easter being a little over a month away, we couldn’t imagine a more perfect guest to share about one of our favorite books he’s written titled The Grave Robber: How Jesus CAN Make Your Impossible Possible. Our guest that will be joining us today for a powerful episode on Making Room for the Miraculous in our own lives is Lead Pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. and NY Times Best-Selling Author, Dr. Mark Batterson. There’s no question that so many individuals desperately look for God to do a work in their impossible situations. However as Pastor Mark warns us, “We’re not called to seek miracles. We are called to seek Jesus, and if we follow Jesus long enough and far enough, we’ll eventually find ourselves in the middle of some miracles.” Our challenge for you today after listening to this powerful conversation with Pastor Mark is to begin seeing the miraculous in the monotonous, because even if God does nothing else, my friends, He has already done enough! Make room for the Miraculous to show up and show off in your life today!

Link to The Grave Robber: How Jesus Can Make Your Impossible Possible: https://www.markbatterson.com/books/the-grave-robber/

Link to Please, Sorry, Thanks: The 3 Words that Change Everything: https://www.markbatterson.com/books/please-sorry-thanks/

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Airing today on the Built Different Podcast is a powerful, motivational, and emotional interview from our most recent 2023 Ignite Men’s Impact Weekend where Zach had the opportunity to sit down and catch up with former 2020 AP College Football Coach of the Year and our new Liberty University Head Football Coach, Jamey Chadwell. Anchored by his 4 primary leadership principles which include Competition, Discipline, Accountability, and Purpose, Coach Chadwell desperately desires to not only form and develop the best football team possible, but more importantly help ensure that his players become the best husbands, fathers, students, employees, and followers of Christ as possible! In and throughout today’s episode, you’ll hear all about how Coach Chadwell, his family, his coaching staff, and his team plan on EMBRACING the challenges that inevitably lie ahead, but also where Coach finds his confidence regardless of what a scoreboard says. All I know is that as an LU fan, I’m thrilled to have such an incredible leader and man of high character and integrity at the helm of our football program. Fall can’t come soon enough!

To find out more about where you can purchase tickets for LU football games this upcoming season, click here: https://www.liberty.edu/flames/tickets/football-ticket-information/

Also, if you would like to see some of these interviews take place live and in person, be sure to join us for our next Ignite Men’s Impact Weekend, March 8-9, 2024! God showed UP and showed OFF in a POWERFUL way this past weekend at our 2023 event, and we are already so expectant of what He has in store next year! We have already locked in an incredible speaking lineup for next year featuring Tim Tebow, Craig Groeschel, Brian Dawkins, Tim Timberlake, Ted Cunningham, with some additional BIG announcements coming soon! If 2024 is anything like last weekend, then trust me, YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS IT! And due to the overwhelming response of tickets purchased onsite, with many asking us to extend the onsite registration rate, we have listened and will be extending our cheapest rate of $59 Regular Admission and $79 Gold Ticket Admission through March 31st! So let me encourage you, be sure to mark March 8-9, 2024 on your calendar, invite a friend or friends, and join us next year at our 2024 Ignite Men’s Impact Weekend!
You won’t regret it!

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https://ignitemen.net/

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Joining us this week on the Built Different Podcast is one of the hardest workers, heaviest hitters, and most humble individuals the NFL has ever seen. Our guest is Hall of Fame Linebacker, Superbowl Champion, and One of the Greatest Defensive Players in NFL history, Derrick Brooks. Not only was Derrick a 2-time All-American and National Champion at Florida State University, but he also went on to have one of the most decorated NFL careers including a Superbowl ring, a Defensive Player of the  Year Award, Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, competing in 11 Pro Bowls, and being selected as a 6-time All Pro. However, even after all of those accolades, one of his greatest achievements is that during his 14-year NFL career, he NEVER missed a game! Derrick understands perseverance and persistence. He understands what it means to choose the right perspective and attitude in order to withstand and overcome adversity. As one of my favorite quotes says, “You don’t have to win all your fights, but you must fight all your fights.” My friends, the truth is, you are never out of the fight! After listening to today’s fun and powerful episode with Derrick, our prayer is that you would be encouraged to stay the course, to keep on keeping on, and to choose the right attitude no matter the circumstance you may find yourself in. You have what it takes… Sometimes you just have to BELIEVE!

Also, if you would like to see some of these interviews take place live and in person, be sure to join us for our next Ignite Men’s Impact Weekend, March 8-9, 2024! God showed UP and showed OFF in a POWERFUL way at our most recent 2023 event, and we are already so expectant of what He has in store next year! We have already locked in an incredible speaking lineup for next year featuring Tim Tebow, Craig Groeschel, Brian Dawkins, Tim Timberlake, Ted Cunningham, and some additional BIG announcements coming soon! If 2024 is anything like this year’s event, then trust me, YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS IT! And due to the overwhelming response of tickets purchased onsite, with many asking us to extend the onsite registration rate, we have listened and will be extending our cheapest rate of $59 Regular Admission and $79 Gold Ticket Admission through March 31st! So let me encourage you, be sure to mark March 8-9, 2024 on your calendar, invite a friend or group of buddies, and join us next year at our 2024 Ignite Men’s Impact Weekend! You won’t regret it! Be sure to register here: https://ignitemen.net/ 

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We all have battles to fight. God’s Word even reminds us that no one is a stranger to pain, challenge, or adversity in this life. Yet, as Damon West once said, “We don’t have to win all our fights, but we must fight all our fights.” However, life has a way of delivering unexpected knockout blows that often send us to the canvas of the ring with a choice to make… Will we give up, lay down, quit, throw in the towel… or will we GET BACK UP and FIGHT? You see, I’ve never met anyone who lacks the desire to get back up, but I’ve met several people who have been so wounded in life that they feel stuck and have forgetten their purpose and potential in the midst of their pain. Today, I’ll have the opportunity of sharing with you 4 lessons I’ve learned throughout my life that have helped me respond with perserverance and strength to fight the good fight of faith. My prayer for you is that after today’s episode you would be encouraged, equipped, and motivated to remember you’re never out of the fight, and with God at the center of your life, you no longer have to scratch, claw, and fight FOR victory. Instead, because of what God has already done, you now get the opportunity of fighting FROM a place of Victory! Let’s Roll!

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It’s Easter Week!!! A time where over 2 BILLION people will remember and celebrate a risen Savior, the Risen Christ! However, it’s also during this time where a lot of people may wrestle with some of life’s big questions… Is God real? Was Jesus really the Messiah? What is HOPE? Is the tomb empty? Is He really alive? The type of questions that keep you up perhaps on one of those dark nights or periods in your life that has you doubting or questioning your faith. Well if you’ve ever been there, our guest today has an amazing antidote for your spirit, and his name is Lee Strobel. Lee has an incredibly powerful and moving testimony as he was once an atheist trying to disprove the Christian faith, yet found so much evidence in favor of it that he has made it his life’s mission and passion to help others separate myth from biblical truth. Having written numerous New York Times best-selling books including The Case for Christ, The Case for Easter, The Case for Heaven, and many more, as well as serving as a Teaching Pastor for several years, Lee has been recognized as one of the most highly regarded evangelists and apologists of our day. 1 Peter 3:15 says, “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” Today’s episode will leave you refreshed and confident in your faith as you proudly proclaim those words, He is Risen. He is Risen Indeed! Happy Easter!

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I’ve heard it said that in life we must become a winner at the fine art of losing. In other words, loss is inevitable. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a relationship, your health, a job, and so much more. Loss can be very difficult. And what can unfortunately happen is in the midst of the pain and grief which so often accompanies these losses we can easily grow overwhelmed as our identity seems threatened. However, thankfully, our guests today have developed a powerful resource that they discuss in detail involving their new book titled, I Used to Be: Navigating Large & Small Losses in Life to Find Your Way Forward, which you can preorder NOW - https://www.chuckandashley.com/ or buy in store August 15, 2023. Chuck is a pastor at Bethel Church in Evansville, Indiana and Ashley is a Licensed Counselor who together are speakers, authors, frequent workshop leaders, and grief and relationship specialists. Our prayer is that through this entire conversation you would be educated, equipped, and encouraged to carefully embrace and navigate your “I Used to Be” thoughts and feelings, yet reminded that there is a future wait
ing when you “Will Be” once more.

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Joining us on the podcast this week is NFL Hall of Fame safety and one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, Brian Dawkins! Although Brian’s 16-year NFL career where he earned 9 trips to the Pro Bowl and First Team All Pro honors 5 times is most definitely something to talk about, today’s conversation will revolve around lessons Brian learned about leadership growing up, mental health challenges and adversity he faced throughout his career, and how his faith in Christ has helped him navigate and overcome every obstacle he’s come up against! The ultimate reminder Brian leaves us with is that with the right Perspective, Your Pain can become your Greatest Purpose! We pray you would be encouraged by the hope and motivation Brian leaves us with today!

Click this link to check out all the incredible things Brian continues to do through his ministry and foundation HERE: https://briandawkins.com/

Click this link to register today for next year’s 2024 Ignite Men’s Impact Weekend to hear Brian speak in person alongside of Tim Tebow, Craig Groeschel, Tim Timberlake, and more: https://www.ignitemen.net

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Most of you know I have a deep love for those who have served, those who serve, and for their families who support and pray for them along the way. I come from a strong line of military patriots and was taught early on that ‘Freedom wasn’t free....that it has a price.’ Take a walk through Arlington cemetery sometime if you have never done it like I’ve been able to do with my dad and it will deeply impact you. I’ve also learned through the years as a counselor the toll and impact that serving and war in particular can have on people. I’ve sat face to face with individuals that have witnessed some significant atrocities of war that have scarred them deeply and how difficult it can be to then embace the process of coming back home and reintegrating oneself into civilian life. I’ve learned that Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is real, and that many of our wounded HEROS struggle with loneliness, homelessness, and even suicide. Thankfully, during today’s conversation, you are going to hear a very moving and at times graphic story of one of America’s most decorated and finest military patriots and heros, Chad Robichaux. Chad is a former Force Recon Marine and DoD contractor with 8 deployments to Afghanistan as part of a Joint Special Operations Command Task Force. And although this man understands service and sacrifice, he also is no stranger to adversity. During today’s episode we will be going on a journey into the heart, mind, soul, and story of a man who has experienced brokenness yet found wholeness is an unwavering God. Thankfully, by the grace of God, Chad is now being used in a mighty way as a warrior in the Kingdom of God having started both the Mighty Oaks Foundation and the Save Our Allies non-profit - two incredible ministries that help and rescue dozens of military veterans as well as American allies and vulnerable people trapped in Afghanistan. If you are feeling led to give and help support financially, or even if you just want to learn more about these incredible missions and join the team of prayer warriors, please visit the links or check out some of Chad’s incredible resources below:

Mighty Oaks Foundation: https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org/

Save Our Allies: https://saveourallies.org/

(Book) Saving Aziz: How the Mission to Help One Became a Calling to Rescue Thousands from the Taliban - https://www.amazon.com/Saving-Aziz-Mission-Calling-Thousands/dp/1400238137

(Book) An Unfair Advantage: Victory in the Midst of Battle -
https://www.amazon.com/Unfair-Advantage-Victory-Midst-Battle-ebook/dp/B08G8Y8M5X/

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There’s no secret it’s been a wild couple of years. From the COVID lockdowns, loss, loneliness, racial tensions and trauma, rioting, sexual abuse explosion, election mess, race for a vaccine, the vaccine rollout, big tech suppression, censorship, Afghanistan, Ukraine, inflation, money stress, parental rights challenges, abortion/life battles, Fentanyl/Substance abuse crisis, rash of shootings, crime explosion, transgender identity and ideology storm, the midterm elections, etc... We now have a mental health disaster going on. People are exhausted and emotionally shot with stress and anxiety, depression, and even suicidality, especially among our kids, soaring to heights we’ve never seen. Most are angry, confused, and searching for help, hope, and encouragement. Even more, before the pandemic, statistics showed that nearly 1 in 5 (20%) people live with a mental illness in their lifetime, but now rates of nearly every mental health category have skyrocketed. Therefore, in response to the craziness and chaos we’ve been experiencing around the world, we here at the Built Different Podcast wanted to acknowledge and recognize the month of May as Mental Health Awareness Month by embarking on a Mental Health Awareness Series where we will be having conversations with several mental/emotional health experts to shed light on the challenges and difficulties many face while also encouraging and equipping our listeners with practical tips and strategies we can begin implementing to increase our mental and brain hygiene. That being said, joining us today to kick off this series is a renowned and leading Licensed Professional Counselor, Speaker, Teacher, and incredible Author, Dr. Mark Mayfield. In today’s episode Dr. Mayfield briefly shares his impactful testimony as well as takes a deep dive into his new book that will be releasing next week on May 9th, titled The Path to Wholeness: Managing Emotions, Finding Healing, and Becoming Our Best Selves. This conversation will remind you of the importance of embracing, experiencing, and expressing your emotions as well as viewing them as invitations or indicators from the Lord. You’re not going to want to miss this powerful episode!

Be sure to check out Dr. Mayfield’s new book “The Path to Wholeness” Here: https://www.amazon.com/Path-Wholeness-Managing-Emotions-Becoming/dp/1641585315

Dr. Mark Mayfield’s website with more books and resources:
https://www.drmayfield.com/ 

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Welcome back to our Mental Health Awareness Series! As many of you know, the month of May has been highlighted as Mental Health Awareness Month so we not only wanted to celebrate but also have some real conversations with some of the experts in the field who are on the front lines serving countless individuals that are struggling in the midst of the mental health disaster we find ourselves in. Let’s face it, due to the impact the last 3-4 years have had on everybody, it’s evident that people are exhausted, emotionally shot, and hurting. In fact, rates of anxiety, depression, and addiction are soaring to heights we’ve never seen before. However, even in the midst and severity of that, one of the most sobering things we’ve seen in the mental health space that not too many are acknowledging or talking about is the heartbreaking spike we are seeing in suicide especially among our kids as it has jumped to the 2nd leading cause of death for our teens. That is absolutely gut wrenching, and I believe it’s time we start talking about and addressing this issue.
 
That being said, in today’s episode we are going to have a real conversation about suicide with one of the leading experts in trauma and crisis work who has been an integral pioneering leader for us here at the American Association of Christian Counselors, Jennifer Ellers! Jennifer is a Professional Counselor, Life Coach, Crisis Response Trainer, author, and renowned speaker! She speaks extensively and provides training, counseling, and coaching in the field of grief, crisis, and trauma work and she is especially known for her work in and passion for developing faith-based suicide prevention training programs! In and throughout this episode, Jennifer not only shares her story about what really propelled her into the profession and field, but she also takes us on a journey of how we can better recognize, respond to, and refer individuals who are struggling with suicidal ideation in order to receive the best and most effective care and counsel possible! Our prayer is that after today’s conversation you would be educated, equipped, and encouraged to join us in the midst of this fight as we come alongside of the broken and faint of heart. Remember, God loves to use people through which He channels his messages of help, hope, and encouragement.
 
Be sure to check out these incredible resources below as well, and DO NOT MISS the incredible resource we are gifting you in our Hope Focused 3R Suicide Prevention Training Program found  in the bottom link! This is an in depth training led by Jennifer where she goes deeper into the ways in which we can better RECOGNIZE the problem, risk factors, and warning signs of suicide, RESPOND to someone who is suicidal, as well as REFER and get someone the help they need when necessary. We offer 2 incredible trainings – one for adults and one for youth that are typically the value of $200 – but because of the pressing need we are seeing in our country today and in honor of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we have decided to bundle these and offer them both to you for ONLY $50! We pray that you would consider joining us in this fight!
 
 
SAFE-T Pocket Card: https://store.samhsa.gov/product/SAFE-T-Pocket-Card-Suicide-Assessment-Five-Step-Evaluation-and-Triage-for-Clinicians/sma09-4432

Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Suicide Treatment Training: https://cams-care.com/

Hope Focused “3R” Suicide Prevention Training Program (Adult & Youth Bundle):
https://www.lightuniversity.com/cart/?add-to-cart=211967 

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As we are navigating our way through this Mental Health Awareness Series, it can be easy to get lost or even overwhelmed by the stats and many challenges and complexities we find ourselves in. But just because we find ourselves in a mess does not mean that God has messed up. Therefore, today we are going to be looking at what it takes to OVERCOME. Joining us this week for an incredibly powerful conversation is Senior Pastor at Celebration Church in Jacksonville, FL and Creedmoor, NC, Pastor Tim Timberlake! Tim is also a graduate of Pistis School of Ministry in Detroit, MI and he’s the author of the best-selling books – Abandoned, The Power of 1440, and his Brand New book that just released TODAY titled “The Art of Overcoming: Letting God Turn Your Endings into Beginnings!” What Pastor Tim wants to remind you of today in and throughout the words of this episode is that what may feel like an ending in your life does not mean that it is the end, and although you may find yourself in a painful season, God can use it to produce something good within you that will help you step into the season He has intentionally prepared for you. As he mentions, if pain is going to do anything, we should allow it to propel us. You were made to OVERCOME!
 
Lastly, please help us in making sure Pastor Tim’s book, “The Art of Overcoming: Letting God Turn Your Endings into Beginnings” has one of the best launch days/weeks in history! This book is life giving, life changing, and I believe it will truly bless every reader in powerful ways. To purchase a copy of this book please visit: www.Theartofovercomingbook.com or if you want to purchase this book in bulk to work through it with your family, friends, coworkers, clients, patients, or Bible Study group, please visit this link: https://bulkbookstore.com/the-art-of-overcoming-letting-god-turn-your-endings-into-beginnings-9780785238959 
 
Trust me, if you feel stuck, worried, discouraged, disappointed, or even defeated – This book will provide you with some incredible tips, tactics, and truths to OVERCOME!

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Joining us today as we continue in our Mental Health Awareness Series is a renowned psychiatrist and true friend of us here at the American Association of Christian Counselors, Dr. Curt Thompson! Inspired by deep compassion for others and informed from a Christian perspective, Dr. Curt loves sharing fresh insights and practical applications for developing more authentic relationships and fully experiencing our deepest longing: to be known. However, we unfortunately live in a culture and society that equates brokenness with embarrassment and humiliation. Although this could not be further from the truth, this lie promotes a sense of hiddenness within many that when left unexplored can form into what I believe is one of the main things that prohibits us from allowing ourselves to be fully seen and known which is that of SHAME. Today, Dr. Curt is going to take us on a journey of better understanding the soul of shame and what can happen when shame takes root in our hearts and minds… With the use of a considerable dose of warmth and humor, coupled together with an understanding of interpersonal neurobiology (IPNB) and a Christian view of what it means to be human — Dr. Curt educates and encourages us to seek to fulfill our intrinsic desire to feel known, valued and connected. He understands that deep, authentic relationships are essential to experiencing a healthier, more purposeful life — but the only way to realize this is to begin telling our stories more truly. Our prayer is that this conversation would help you process your deepest longings, your grief, your shame, your identity, your purpose, and your perspective of both God and humanity… and by doing so we pray that it would invite you to engage more authentically with your own story and the relationships God has placed in your life. Only then can you feel truly known and connected and live in the meaningful reality you desire to create.

Dr. Curt Thompson’s website: https://curtthompsonmd.com/

(Book) The Soul of Shame: Retelling the Stories We Believe About Ourselves - https://amzn.to/3Mj9Nyo

(Book) The Soul of Desire: Discovering the Neuroscience of Longing, Beauty, and Community - https://amzn.to/3MMKPJ1 

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Can you believe it’s already the last week of May? It’s absolutley crazy how fast time is flying this year! That being said, we are in our final episode of our Mental Health Awareness Series here on the podcast, but trust me when I say, I think I saved one of, if not, the most important topics for last. Today we’re going to be talking all about BOUNDARIES. Let’s be honest, one of the great challenges in life for pretty much everyone is the ability to set and actually implement healthy boundaries and to discern when to say yes and when or even how to say no. Thankfully, Joining us today is a man that is not only a dear friend to all of us here at the American Association of Christian Counselors, but he’s also a leading voice on the topic of Boundaries, Dr. John Townsend. Many of you may be familiar with John’s work as he and Dr. Henry Cloud had the incredible opportunity of collaborating together to write the New York Times best-selling book titled Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No, to Take Control of your life. But beyond that incredible work, John has written several other best-sellers such as People Fuel, Leading From Your Gut, and the Entitlement Cure. He’s a business consultant, leadership coach, and psychologist. He’s a man who has over 20 years of experience in meeting and engaging with leaders, organizations, and individuals all around the globe to help offer them life-changing solutions to their problems. He hosts his own online live video call-in program called, Dr. Townsend Live and is the cohost of the exploding nationally-syndicated talk show “NEW LIFE LIVE.” And then in addition to all of those incredible feats and endeavors, John spends a lot of his time developing others through the Townsend Leadership Program and the Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling. That being said, in and throughout our conversation today, you’ll have the opportunity of gleaning so much from his wealth of knowledge and wisdom and to more fully understand what boundaries are, why it’s so difficult to implement them, and healthy ways in which we can begin saying no and setting boundaries through understanding that boundaries are biblical and that they actually help us not only love ourselves but also others more deeply and effectively. 

Dr. John Townsend’s website: https://drtownsend.com/

(Book) Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life - https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-When-Take-Control-Your/dp/B072C64V1L/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=580744465664&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9011800&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=14117254222577274583&hvtargid=kwd-1236754715&hydadcr=8262_13500864&keywords=boundaries+by+townsend&qid=1684940678&sr=8-1

Townsend Leadership Program: 
https://drtownsend.com/townsend-leadership-program/

Townsend Institute for Leadership & Counseling:
https://www.cui.edu/townsend

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