In these conversations you will hear about deep spiritual truths and everyday life issues that uncover the character of God and help you align your life with His Word.
We believe that Changed Lives Change Lives. If your life was changed by Christ, we want to inspire you to share your story. If you have not had an encounter with Christ, we encourage you to give Him a chance to transform you into the best version of YOU.
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Episode 113: She found hope through loss and tragedy of Kosovo war
(part 1)
Episode 112: Hope for Relationships
Episode 111: The living Hope: for the present and the future
Episode 110: Anchored in Hope: Navigating Life’s Storms
Episode 109: The healing hope
Episode 108: The principles of a hopeful life
Episode 107: Broken and Made Whole
Episode 106: Why you must visit the Land of the Book?
Episode 105: The art of a meaningful conversation
Episode 104: Answering tough questions about Christianity
Episode 103: The keys to a grateful heart
Episode 102: How to be a good disciple and discipler?
Episode 101: How to find perfect balance between faith and politics?
Episode 100: How To Be A Great Commission Christian?
Episode 99: Help The Persecuted Church
Episode 98: Who is behind the Global reset and what you can do about it?
Episode 97: How to prevent the rise of liberalism in church?
Episode 96: Bible Project – a free tool to read and study the Bible
Episode 95: Allowing God to redeem your past
Episode 94: How to manage your money wisely?
Episode 93: Orthodox Jew cried out to God to show him the truth
Episode 92: Mission trip helped an entertainer to discover his greater purpose
Episode 91: What does God want you to know about sex?
Sometimes God has a calling on our lives that we don’t recognize and perhaps don’t want. In His infinite love God rearranges our lives to bring this calling to surface, make it very clear. Then we have a choice to accept or reject it.
In this episode our host Helen Todd interviews LeAnn Remmers who at a very early age discovered her talent for signing and dreamt of a career as a singer. She had a promising start with the opportunities to pursue record labels and to go on tours. But at 19 years old, she found out that she had vocal damage that would require surgery and at least a year without singing, which could end her musical career. It seemed like her dream was gone and the pain of losing it caused her to drift away from God.
LeAnn tells her story and shares how God reached out to her to show her that He had different plans for her life and showed her that His calling gave her everything she desired. You’ll hear her entire story in this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast.
3:55 – Growing up as a singer
5:05 – Pursuing a career in music and losing her voice
10:05 – The weight of not being able to sing
13:30 – Being called to worship ministry
19:00 – LeAnn’s development at The King’s University
23:50 – The trend towards self-centered worship music
27:20 – The power of sharing your testimony – changed lives change lives
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In John 16, verse 33, Jesus reminds us that we will have trouble in this world, but He encourages us to take heart because He has overcome the world. Sometimes troubles become even deeper after we accept Christ.
In this episode, our host Helen Todd speaks with Tony Stephens, whose story shows us that we can have peace in Christ even when we go through trials. Tony was raised in church but dealt with anger and bitterness after losing both of his parents at a young age. But after deciding to return to church as an adult in a rocky marriage, he was encountered by God and baptized in the Holy Spirit. His trials wouldn’t end there but would only get worse. Just before being sent to Iraq in the special forces after 9/11, Tony lost his job, his wife filed for divorce, and he was homeless for a period. Learning how to deal with adversity and heal from bitterness and anger Tony discovered a practice that transformed his life. You’ll hear his entire story in this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast.
You’ll hear his entire story in this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast.
4:12 – How Tony came to know Jesus
7:23 – Encountering God for the first time
11:45 – Tony’s trials continuing after being baptized in the Holy Spirit
14:45 – Accomplishing a 40 day fast
22:25 – Ministering to the lives of others while serving in the Special Forces
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We don’t have control over many circumstances in our lives, nor do we understand why bad things happen to us or those around us. But a relationship with God can help us navigate life’s most challenging moments.
This week on the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd speaks with Dr. Peter Macfield, a family practice doctor who serves patients in Michigan alongside his pediatrician wife, Masuma. They were both born and raised in the Muslim country of Bangladesh where Peter’s devoutly Christian mother served as a medical missionary.
Peter has had a challenging faith journey, including the death of his father at just one and a half years old, meeting and trying to convert his future wife, and the sudden death of his mother while living 8,000 miles away in America. In this episode, we hear how these events brought Peter closer to God, rather than pushing him further away.
4:45 – How Peter personally came to know Jesus
12:25 – Meeting his future wife, a devout Muslim
18:25 – Was Peter’s faith stronger while in Bangladesh, or in America?
21:25 – The death of Peter’s mother
25:20 – How Peter’s faith was test after the loss of his mother
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Losing a loved one can change our relationship with our friends and family, and sometimes it can even change our relationship with God.
In this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd speaks with guest Danita Jenae. Danita has suffered loss, has dealt with autoimmune disorders and chronic sleep deprivation, and has carried the stress of constant relocation while her husband served in the military. Shortly after they moved to Colorado, Danita’s husband, a lieutenant colonel in the US Air Force, was found dead while on a hiking trip in the mountains. Danita became a widow with 2 young daughters. She has discovered that recovering from loss is a journey with important stops along the way. In this interview she talks about creative ways to cope with grief, the importance of lament and what are the most comforting word you can tell someone who is going through grief.
2:45 – What inspired Danita to write “When Mountains Crumble”, a devotional on grief
6:25 – How did Danita get through losing her husband?
11:00 – Being tempted to walk away from God
13:55 – Practical ways to cope with trauma
16:10 – Helping kids deal with the loss of a parent
21:40 – What is healthy lament?
24:20 – Practical ways to help someone else dealing with grief
29:40 – What did Jesus mean by “blessed are those who mourn”
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Yoga, an activity that many of us learn at the gym or at home, can be a great way to stretch and relax. But its deeply spiritual roots can lead people on a dark road to deception, idol worship, and even demonic torment.
In this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd talks with Sunny Garza, who turned to Christ after trying to use yoga to find peace and a sense of safety. Sunny threw herself into the yoga culture as a student, and even went to a yoga retreat in Columbia, trying to fill a hole in her life. While in Columbia, she interacted with a self-proclaimed “reiki healer”, and began to feel demonically tormented shortly after.
You’ll hear Sunny describe the demonic torment she faced, how she found healing and deliverance in Christ, and what she thinks about yoga now.
4:15 – Sunny’s early childhood
8:15 – Seeking spirituality through yoga
10:55 – Interacting with a “reiki healer”
13:08 – Experiencing demon oppression
15:00 – Finding healing and deliverance in Christ
22:05 – Sunny’s thoughts on doing yoga as a Christian
27:45 – A moment from the mission field that stands out to Sunny
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Have you ever experienced a moment so dark, that you wonder if God really cares – or if He even exists?
On this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd speaks with Colette Pella. Colette is a social worker who is passionate about supporting young mothers and domestic abuse survivors. Her passion comes from her own experience and testimony of redemption from domestic abuse, alcoholism, and severe depression.
In this episode, you’ll hear how Colette began to witness physical abuse in the home at the age of 4, how she became dependent on alcohol in elementary school, and how God saved her from suicide in the midst of an abusive marriage.
5:50 – Colette’s childhood
11:15 – Her parents’ faith
12:20 – Drinking alcohol at age 9
14:25 – Did anyone try to help Colette as a child?
17:20 – Colette’s abusive marriage and severe depression
29:54 – How can we help people in similar situations?
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In this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd speaks with Jenn Hand, who is the Executive Director and founder of Coming Alive Ministries.
Jenn spent two life-changing years overseas in South Asia as a missionary and has traveled to 22 countries to share the love of Jesus. Her recent book, “My Yes Is on the Table”, encourages readers to overcome their fear and step out in faith as they follow God’s calling.
In this episode, we hear about Jenn’s story of surrender, overcoming fears, and what you can expect when you put your “yes” on the table.
You can find Jenn’s book here:
https://www.
5:10 – Jen’s first calling to international missions
8:30 – Was it hard to say “yes” to God?
11:40 – What led Jen to write “My Yes Is on the Table”
14:30 – Jen’s hardest thing to say “yes” to
16:15 – “I want to say yes to God, but I’m afraid of ____”
19:40 – How do I know if it is God’s will, not my own desire?
25:00 – Jen’s experience on an elephant gone wild
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In this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd speaks with America Quinn. After feeling called to serve God and preach the gospel in the foreign mission field, America’s faith was tested when she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. As a registered nurse, she had seen firsthand the physical effects of MS, and was unsure that her dream would ever come true. But God’s plan for her was greater than she had ever imagined.
5:15 – America’s MS diagnosis
13:25 – How America’s diagnosis affected her faith
16:40 – Seeking medical help while trusting God
21:35 – How America’s dream came true
25:40 – Bearing fruit and serving others
30:25 – America’s prior experience of pain and strengthened faith
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How can the church advance God’s kingdom and see His will be done on earth, and how can we be equipped to fulfill the Great Commission?
To answer this question, our host Helen Todd talks with Dale Partridge, who leads a house church planting ministry and a seminary for house church planters. Dale is also an author and hosts “Real Christianity”, a weekly podcast where he discusses difficult theological and pastoral questions.
In this episode, we hear about what the Kingdom of God is, what the mission of the church is, and why house churches may be a solution to some of the challenges we’re facing.
7:20 – What is the most important mission of the church today?
10:40 – Why have we moved away from pursuing the great commission in the church?
16:20 – House churches as a potential solution to the problems that we see.
22:15 – Blending house church and traditional church
25:40 – What is the mission of individuals in the church?
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While the whole world is carefully watching what’s happening in Ukraine, it is important to consider the kind of impact these events have on the families in Ukraine, Belarus and Russia and especially our brothers and sisters in Christ.
In this episode, our host Helen Todd talks with Valeriy and Nika Babariko from Western Ukraine. Valeriy and Nika currently serve with YWAM in Ukraine, but the threat of war could tear their family apart and force them to fight against one another. In this episode, you’ll hear about what’s happening in Ukraine, why Valera might need to fight against his family and neighbors, and how we can be praying for the Christians in Ukraine.
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3:45 – What is actually happening in Ukraine?
6:30 – Could the war be solved on a political level?
7:20 – War could split Valeriy and Nika’s family apart
10:00 – Valeriy and Nika’s stories of coming to Christ
14:05 – The spiritual situation in Ukraine
19:11 – The conflict between being a citizenship of one’s country and the Kingdom of God
20:54 – Valeriy and Nika’s opportunities to serve Christ
24:54 – How Christians can pray for the Ukraine/Russia crisis
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How do we reflect the image of God in our work, and what are the Kingdom principles for a fruitful life?
In this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd talks with Andreas Widmer, who is an entrepreneur, business leader, and the Professor of Entrepreneurship at The Catholic University of America’s Busch School of Business & Economics. Andreas is the author of The Pope & The CEO: Pope Saint John Paul II’s Lessons to a Young Swiss Guard, a book exploring leadership lessons that Widmer learned serving as a Swiss Guard protecting Pope John Paul II and refined during his career as a successful business executive. His second book, The Art of Principled Entrepreneurship: Creating Enduring Value, is an insightful, practical guide to how businesses can be run to be both virtuous and profitable.
In this episode, we’ll hear about Andrea’s story of radical salvation and what he has learned about bringing the Kingdom of God into the workplace for a more fruitful business and life.
The Pope & The CEO: John Paul II’s Leadership Lessons to a Young Swiss Guard:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005LY8ISQ/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0
The Art of Principled Entrepreneurship: Creating Enduring Value:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09BJ7NP6T/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1
3:45 – How Andreas was deeply impacted by Pope John Paul II
9:30 – Andreas’ faith tested as a businessman
13:28 – Not everyone is called into full-time missionary work
17:10 – Creating a business that does more than just make money
22:05 – Andreas’ thoughts on socialism and helping the poor
27:30 – Glorifying God through work
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When Jesus was asked who is the greatest in the kingdom of Heaven, he said that “unless you become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven”. In another chapter, He says that “the greatest among you must be a servant to all”… and in Matthew 20: 16 Jesus says So the last will be first, and the first will be last. This is what our host, Helen Todd, calls the “upside down nature of the Kingdom of God “.
As we continue our series “That’s Kingdom”, Helen Todd speaks with Eric Scott, the campus pastor of The King’s University in Texas, who will be speaking at the Greater Purpose conference at the end of March 2022. He will be preaching from Matthew 18:3 at the conference.
In this episode, you’ll hear the discussion what it means to be like little children and why this is the only way to enter the Kingdom of heaven, what we can learn from today’s generation of children, and what we should strive to teach them.
4:15 – Matthew 18:3
7:20 – The mystery of the Kingdom
10:52 – The Kingdom of Heaven is active and always has been active
13:15 – The upside-down kingdom
17:45 – The greatest among us must be the most humble
22:00 – What does it mean to become like little children?
28:00 – What can we learn from the children of today?
33:15 – How can we teach the young generation?
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Psalm 97 says that righteousness and justice are the foundation of God’s throne. God is just, and we can’t talk about His kingdom without talking about justice.
As we continue our series “That’s Kingdom”, our host Helen Todd speaks with Dr. Jay Bruce. Jay is a professor of philosophy at John Brown University and the founder and director of the Center for Faith and Flourishing. He writes and lectures on philosophy, theology, politics, and economics, and recently wrote an article called “Justice, and Only Justice”.
In this episode, we hear about the definition of justice, why bad things happen to good people, and how we can pursue justice as Christians.
Learn more about Dr. Jay Bruce and read his essay “Justice and Only Justice” here:
https://www.jamesebruce.com/
https://www.faithandflourishing.org/
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7:37 – What is justice?
11:34 – Why do bad things happen to good people?
16:22 – What does it look like for Christians to pursue justice?
19:20 – What is social justice?
25:30 – Should we intervene and help people or let God’s plan take its course?
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In Matthew chapter 13, Jesus teaches the parable of the wheat and the tares. But what does this passage mean, and how does it apply to us today?
Host Helen Todd interviews her father-in-law, Dr. Cecil Todd is the founder of Revival Fires Ministries and an evangelist who has been sharing the Gospel across the world for 72 years. In the seven decades of ministry, Dr Todd has traveled to all 50 states and 22 countries to preach the message of Christianity. In 1966, Todd launched a nationwide television program called ‘Revival Fires’. The television show was picked up by as many as 200 stations and ran for 20 years. Todd produced 900, 30-minute episodes. Todd has also counseled two presidents, President Ronald Reagan and President Gerald Ford. President Reagan was also featured on one of Todd’s television specials.
In the episode they discuss the passage and what he has learned while pursuing God’s will in his 90 years of life, and why he would like to see four kinds of people experience hell.
Learn more about our upcoming Greater Purpose Conference March 30,31 and April 1 at our website: rfwma.org/greaterpurpose
8:40 – “Every challenge has God in it”
9:50 – What are things that don’t work when pursuing God’s will?
12:40 – The weeds and the wheat
17:12 – What are the four types of people he would like to visit hell
22:54 – What are things that do work when pursuing God’s will?
27:00 – The most difficult challenge that Dr. Cecil has had to overcome
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What would you like to change about your life in the year 2022?
Every year, millions of Americans make a New Year’s resolution. But how can we reach hard goals? And is there a one resolution that can dramatically change your life?
In the first episode of 2022, our host Helen Todd talks about New Year’s resolutions and a strategy to reach bigger goals, our new series “That’s Kingdom”, and a challenge she invites you to join.
0:50 – What would you like to change about your life in the New Year?
2:25 – Helen’s love-hate relationship with New Year’s Resolutions
5:20 – A new challenge for a new year
6:50 – Matthew 6:25-33: Seek first the Kingdom of God
9:20 – Why the Kingdom of God is important to you
11:30 – The connection between God’s promise to Abraham and the Kingdom of God
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This week on the Limitless Spirit Podcast, we’re starting a new series called “That’s Kingdom”, based on the World Mission Alliance’s upcoming conference on March 30,31 and April 1, 2022.
We will be focusing on various aspects of the Kingdom of God and how it is applicable to the believers in Christ. To start the series, our host Helen Todd has a conversation with Os Guinness about his family’s unique legacy in the mission field, the condition of the American church today and what it takes for us to become citizens in the Kingdom.
Os Guinness is an author, social critic, and great-great-great grandson of Arthur Guinness, the Dublin brewer. His family was prominent in the Irish revival and involved in missionary work in China including partnership with the famous missionary to China, Hudson Taylor. Os has written or edited more than 30 books that offer valuable insight into the cultural, political, and social contexts in which we all live. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of London and his D.Phil. in the social sciences from Oriel College, Oxford.
If you would like to learn more about the World Mission Alliance or register for the upcoming conference, visit https://rfwma.org/greaterpurpose/ or email us at podcast@rfwma.org.
6:12 – Understanding the complexity of the Kingdom of God
8:02 – An aspect of the Kingdom of God: Surprising Reversals
9:45 – How to impact the world in the midst of tension with the world
12:30 – Os Guinness’s great-grandfather’s connection with Hudson Taylor’s ministry
14:46 – Os’s grandfather’s ministry as a medical missionary and his parent’s upbringing in China
17:36 – Growing up in China during World War 2 and the Chinese Reign of Terror
23:44 – The church as salt and light in the world
27:00 – How missionary work helps us focus on genuine faith
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The transition from childhood to adulthood is always hard and filled with countless ups and downs. But even though the teenage years are turbulent, there is a way for parents to help their children become mature adults.
In this week’s episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd speaks with Gary Chapman; Gary is an author, pastor, and counselor best known for his book “The 5 Love Languages”.
In Helen’s conversation with Gary, you’ll hear about his latest book, “Things I Wish I’d Known Before My Child Became a Teenager”, which shows parents how to help their kids navigate the teenage years and become a mature adult. We talk about necessary social skills to develop in teenagers, how to help them cope with fluctuating emotions, and how parents can model Christ-like behavior to their teenagers.
5:15 – Technology’s effect on teenagers
8:25 – Important social skill #1
12:15 – What’s happening in the brain of teenagers
15:05 – How to help teenagers deal with fluctuating emotions
20:00 – Reaffirming your authority over your teenagers with being authoritarian
23:00 – Important social skill #2
26:00 – Important social skill #3
28:25 – Important social skill #4
32:35 – How to help teenagers develop a personal relationship with Christ
To check out Dr. Chapman’s website please visit: 5lovelanguages.com
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Most of us would agree that children in a society should be protected and should have rights. But what should those rights be?
In this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd speaks with Katy Faust, the founder and director of the children’s rights organization, “Them Before Us”. Katy’s parents divorced when she was ten years old, and her father went on to remarry while her mother entered a same-sex relationship. She is now a mom of 4 children, she has worked at the largest Chinese adoption agency in the world, and she has 20 years of experience in youth ministry.
In this episode, you’ll hear how Katy’s professional experience as well as her parents’ divorce shaped her strong view on the importance of putting the needs of children before the desires of adults. She will highlight the current trends that have the most devastating effect on children, and how we can help protect our kids from the indoctrination they face in culture.
You can read Katy Faust and Stacy Manning’s book “Them Before Us: Why We Need a Global Children’s Rights Movement” on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Them-Before-Us-Childrens-Movement/dp/1642935964
Learn more about Them Before Us at their website:
Timestamps:
3:52 – Katy Faust’s story
7:35 – Katy’s inspiration to start the “Them Before Us” movement
9:40 – The effect on a child of being deprived of a parent
12:20 – Different threats to the emotional wellbeing of children in our culture
16:50 – Katy talks about what surrogacy really is
25:00 – How can we protect our kids from being harmed by today’s culture?
29:30 – How you can help the Them Before Us movement
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What if you were faced with a choice to die or betray Jesus? Would your faith withstand the test of the most severe persecution?
In this episode, our host Helen Todd talks with Marzieh Amirizadeh, who spent nine months in the most brutal prison of Iran because of her faith in Christ.
She was sentenced to death by hanging for refusing to deny her faith. In this interview Marzieh shares how she found Christ in Iran, how she had a supernatural encounter with the Holy Spirit and what motivated her to stand firm for Christ in the most severe circumstances.
Timestamps:
3:40 – Marzieh’s early life and family in Iran.
4:45 – How Marzieh came to faith in Christ and encounter with the Holy Spirit.
14:00 – Muslims coming to faith and Marzieh preaching the gospel in Iran.
23:40 – Dealing with fear in the most brutal prison in the world, Evin Prison.
30:35 – Mental torture in Evin Prison.
36:00 – Marzieh’s advice for people afraid of persecution.
40:50 – “Captive in Iran: The story of Maryam Rostampour and Marziyeh Amirizadeh”
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What is the Biblical perspective on gender roles in our society?
In this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd speaks with Courtney Reissig, who is a Christian wife, mother, and writer.
Courtney has written for numerous Christian publications including the Gospel Coalition, Christianity Today, and the CT Women blog. In this episode, Helen and Courtney talk specifically about two of her books, “The Accidental Feminist” and her most recent book “Teach Me to feel”, a devotional book on expressing emotions to God through the Psalms.
Courtney brings us so much wisdom and insight to the topics of modern feminism through a Biblical perspective as well as worshipping God through the Psalms.
You can learn more about Courtney and find her books on her website:
http://courtneyreissig.com/
2:45 – Courtney’s book “The Accidental Feminist”
3:52 – What is “Feminist Ideology”
5:35 – How do women bear the image of God?
8:10 – The role of women in the church.
13:45 – Courtney’s latest book, “Teach Me to Feel”
19:00 – Courtney’s personal experience which taught her about expressing emotion through the Psalms.
21:52 – How can a Christian woman influence culture in a positive way?
24:40 – The effect of culture’s elimination of gender on society.
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For more than 50 years, we have witnessed unrest in the Middle East as people of many different nationalities and ideologies have attempted to take Israel away from the Jewish people. But our guest on this episode, Tass Abu Saada, has a unique and important perspective on this struggle.
Tass was born in Gaza and raised in Saudi Arabia and Qatar in the Muslim faith before fighting for Fatah as a teenager. As a young man, Tass moved to America to study at the University of Missouri, later becoming a successful restauranteur and marrying his wife, Karen. In 1993, Tass experienced a powerful conversion to Christianity, and would go on to found Seeds of Hope and Hope for Ishmael. In this episode, our host Helen Todd talks with Tass about his experience in the Palestinian Liberation Organization, his conversion to faith in Christ, and what we can do to see Muslims come to Christ in the same way that he did.
3:45 – Tass’s upbringing and early life.
5:30 – The perspective of Palestinians on what is happening in their land.
10:45 – Tass’s experience fighting for the Palestinian Liberation Organization.
17:20 – How should we pray for Muslims?
25:45 – How Tass’s organization helps to build a relationship between Christians, Jews, and Muslims.
29:45 – Tass’s upcoming podcast.
Tass Saada’s website is : hopeforishmael.org
Tass Saada’s books :
Once an Arafat Man on Amazon
The Mind of Terror on Amazon
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We’ve all heard about the persecution of Christians in China. But is the United States headed in a similar direction?
In this episode, our host Helen Todd talks with Bob Fu, the founder and president of China Aid – an international organization which fights for religious freedom in China. They talk about his coming to Christ as a student in China, the current state of religious freedom in China, and early signs of persecution of Christians in America.
If you would like to learn more about Bob Fu’s organization, China Aid, visit their website at:
https://www.chinaaid.org/
You can find Bob Fu’s autobiography, “God’s Double Agent”, on Amazon:
3:15 – Bob Fu’s involvement in the Tiananmen Square protests of 1989.
7:00 – How Bob was inspired to come to Christ.
9:50 – Getting put in a Chinese jail for preaching the gospel.
14:10 – The current state of religious freedom in China.
21:45 – What is religious freedom, and is it possible for a society to have it?
25:10 – Religious freedom in America.
29:45 – What can we do to protect our religious freedom?
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In a time of deep division in American culture, people from all walks of life are calling for revolution and change. But what kind of revolution brings true freedom?
In this episode, our host Helen Todd talks with Os Guinness, a Christian author and social critic. Os references the story of Exodus as the blueprint for freedom in human history, and states that Biblical revolution is the true revolution, which establishes genuine freedom, justice, and a high place for human dignity.
Os Guinness is an author, social critic, and great-great-great grandson of Arthur Guinness, the Dublin brewer. His family was prominent in the Irish revival and involved in missionary work in China including partnership with the famous missionary to China, Hudson Taylor. Os has written or edited more than 30 books that offer valuable insight into the cultural, political, and social contexts in which we all live. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of London and his D.Phil. in the social sciences from Oriel College, Oxford.
“The Magna Carta of Humanity: Sinai’s Revolutionary Faith and the Future of Freedom”
– by Os Guinness
3:00 – Os recounts his family history and upbringing in China.
8:50 – The inspiration for Os to write his latest book “The Magna Carta of Humanity: Sinai’s Revolutionary Faith and the Future of Freedom”
11:30 – What is going to tip the scale of revolution?
14:00 – The Sinai Revolution.
17:00 – Implementing the blueprint of revolution from Exodus.
21:00 – “Who has bewitched you, America?”
24:30 – How can we impact our family, community, and the world?
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How does God work in our brokenness and pain? How can we guard ourselves from false teachers who pose as ministers of Christ?
In pursuit of a deeper relationship with God, this week’s guest Kellie Smith and her husband John became involved in a seemingly passionate and deep-reaching ministry. Shortly after John and Kellie were told to cut ties with friends and family not to corrupt the process of getting closer to God.
It took years, but through the Holy Spirit, Kellie and John’s eyes eventually opened to the fact that they were being exploited by a cult. Even after they left, the healing process took many years and left a deep impact on Kellie and her family. In this interview, Helen and Kellie discuss the importance of understanding the difference between religion and relationship, establishing a solid Biblical foundation for your faith and having a healthy view of your identity in Christ.
3:45 – How Kellie and John became involved with a cult.
7:35 – Kellie describes how the cult gained so much control over its followers.
9:20 – The time that God released Kellie and John from the cult.
13:00 – How being involved in the cult impacted Kellie and John’s children.
15:15 – What was the turning point to realize what was happening?
22:00 – Overcoming the pain and mistrust of church to return to the body of Christ.
23:20 – Kellie’s advice to people to avoid this from happening to them.
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As Christians, we are called by God to live to His standards that He sets in the Bible. In the recent years corporations have become involved in social and political activism that ultimately reflects the character of their leadership and their customers. Frequently, these values are very contrary to Christian values. How should we respond to the world around us in a way that reflects God’s character and His presence in our lives?
In this episode, our host Helen Todd talks with Phillip Todd, an economist for the US Senate who specializes in issues concerning small businesses. They discuss the recent news about Ben and Jerry’s deciding to withhold business from the West Bank, what causes corporate activism, and how should Christians respond to see positive change in the future.
2:30 – Helen and Phillip talk about Ben and Jerry’s recent business decision.
6:00 – The causes of corporate activism.
14:45 – Do corporations need to take political stands on certain issues?
17:45 – Phillip describes the effect of boycotts against companies.
22:20 – “If more people take a stand… you’re building a coalition.”
24:00 – The CEO’s role in making political and social decisions.
26:15 – Could corporate activism lead to a divided economy?
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In times of crisis, it’s often passionate and fearless volunteers who provide the necessary aid. The Afghan Rescue Crew, a private group of dedicated American Veterans and civilians, are currently fighting to offer that necessary aid in Afghanistan.
This episode, our host Helen Todd interviews Jean Marie Thrower, co-director of Afghan Rescue Crew, or “ARC”. The ARC volunteers to save as many vetted, AT-RISK Afghan allies and Americans left behind in Afghanistan as they can.
Jean Marie talks about the current rescue work at ARC and shares stories of people who have been saved from Afghanistan thanks to the efforts of ARC.
3:05 – What is the Afghan Rescue Crew?
5:05 – Jean Marie explains the causes of the abrupt evacuation from Afghanistan.
7:40 – Who is left behind in Afghanistan, and why are they stuck there?
8:25 – The US Embassy burned thousands of passports.
9:50 – 10,000-15,000 people who should have been evacuated were left behind.
10:25 – The danger that these people are facing under Taliban persecution.
12:10 – Does the Taliban specifically hunt Christians?
15:00 – How the Afghan Rescue Crew helps rescue people from Afghanistan.
20:25 – Jean Marie describes successful rescue missions.
21:10 – How you can help the Afghan Rescue Crew.
25:00 – The future of people rescued from Afghanistan.
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Episode 64: His God-centered nature docuseries are disrupting the industry and will enrich your life
Dr. Gordon Wilson is an expert on environmental science and biology with a passion to honor God through this science. He is an author, a Senior Fellow of Natural History at New Saint Andrews College, and the host and narrator of the upcoming docuseries “The Riot and the Dance”. These docuseries have received endorsements from the likes of Kanye West, Kirk Camron and the creator of the series Chosen, Dallas Jenkins.
In this episode, host Helen Todd talks with Dr. Wilson about how The Riot and the Dance is disrupting the industry of nature documentaries, why your entire family will absolutely love every episode and how you can become an investor in this enterprise.
Support and invest in “The Riot and the Dance” docuseries on the Angel Studios website:
To watch the original “The Riot and the Dance” feature length documentary on Amazon:
To buy a book “A Different Shade of Green”, by Dr. Wilson on Amazon:
3:15 Helen and Dr. Wilson talk about “The Riot and the Dance”
8:15 Did God design the predatory relationship between animals?
14:40 The decision to crowdfund the upcoming docuseries.
17:40 What viewers can expect from the docuseries.
18:50 Dr. Wilson describes his role in the creative process of the docuseries.
20:10 Why Dr. Wilson loves reptiles.
24:30 Our impact on the environment and climate.
27:35 The status on crowdfunding for the docuseries.
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Becoming a victim of injustice is beyond one’s control but developing a victim mindset is not. What does it look like to choose to be a victor instead of a victim? Why has victimization culture become so prominent in the United States? This week, we discuss these topics, along with inner healing, forgiveness, and finding power through surrender to Christ.
In this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd interviews a popular TV personality, Cynthia Garrett. She is an author, producer, evangelist, and the first African American woman to host a major network’s late-night TV show. In this episode, you’ll hear about Cynthia’s career journey, why she decided to face her brokenness caused by sexual abuse and social injustice, and how you can choose victory over victimization.
You can find Cynthia Garrett’s Girl Club at:
https://www.cynthiagarrett.org/girlclub
4:45 How Cynthia became the first African American woman to host a major network’s late-night TV show.
9:35 Cynthia recounts the different times that she felt victimized.
11:00 How to deal with the pain that injustice causes.
12:35 The reason why Cynthia decided to confront her brokenness.
15:34 Practical steps to pursue inner healing.
16:55 Why has the victim mentality become so popular?
18:40 “Forgiveness is the key.”
23:20 Cynthia’s work as executive producer on an upcoming movie with Darren Wilson.
25:00 All about Girl Club – Cynthia’s weekly real discussion with real women of God.
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What does it mean to truly walk with the Lord, even when one grows up in the church? This episode’s guest is Josh Anderson. Josh had a rocky start as a teen and discovered God’s transforming power when he was delivered completely from heavy drug use. He continued to break the rules of convention by dating a girl who was an atheist. In his case the “missionary dating” worked. In this episode Josh shares about an almost failed missionary assignment to Japan, why he declined the opportunity to be famous and what he has learned in the process about truly pursuing God.
– 2:14 Josh shares about his time and the story leading up to his appearance on the show “The Chosen”
– 9:36 Josh talks on his upbringing in the church, but how he had to learn to have his own walk with Christ. It wasn’t until he did that, he was able to have freedom from an addiction to drugs.
– 15:04 There can be many woes to missionary dating, however, Josh shares a success story of how the Lord brought him and his now wife together in a beautiful way
– 21:33 Josh shares on the Lord calling him and his wife to Japan to do missions work and share the gospel.
– 29:08 “The story of humanity is God saving us from idolatry… of trusting things other than God.” says josh in his closing words.
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In her childhood, Amina adhered to every strict rule and regulation of her Muslim faith. After finding salvation through Christ in her adulthood, she boldly proclaimed the truth to her parents at their dining room table.
In this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, our host Helen Todd interviews Amina – a Christian woman who was raised in a devout Muslim family in the Middle East. Throughout her life, Amina was certain that the impersonal god who she was taught about “didn’t match” the God who created the world around her. After moving to the United States, Amina sought after her own personal freedom, and finally found it in Christ. In this episode, you’ll hear about Amina’s strict Muslim upbringing, her family’s challenging transition to life in America, and a co-worker’s timely invitation to church in Amina’s time of need.
3:30 Amina describes her upbringing.
7:00 The expectations of women in strict Muslim culture.
8:40 Jesus through the lens of the Muslim religion.
11:50 The traumatic event Amina witnessed during her family’s pilgrimage journey.
14:45 “As soon as I came to America, one word came to my mind: freedom”.
18:40 How Amina came to Christ after a co-worker’s timely invitation to church.
30:35 Amina’s bold proclamation of faith to her parents.
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Will Afghanistan see peace? How can we effectively pray for the future of this country and its people?
Charles Davidson is a researcher who specializes in civil war and political conflict and is the president of Innovations in Peace Building International. Today, our host Helen Todd discusses the political landscape of Afghanistan, what is the condition of the church in Afghanistan and who could suffer the most under the Taliban regime.
Dr. Charles E. Davidson is the President of Innovations in Peacebuilding International (IPI) which works to creatively accompany peace in war-torn countries. His current professional pursuits with IPI include the economic reintegration of former child soldiers in the Eastern D.R. Congo as well as a peacemaking project in South Kivu. He has also worked and/or researched in Iraq, Afghanistan, Uganda, Burundi, Colombia, Lebanon, Jordan, Tunisia, Indonesia and across Europe.
To find out more about Charles’s work check out the website www.innovationsinpeacebuilding.org
4:30 – Charles shares about his life in Afghanistan
7:45 – What do Afghan people really want?
9:29 – What did the Afghan people think about the US military presence
11:40 – How can Afghan people move forward towards freedom and stability?
16:36 – Specific ways Christians can pray for Afghanistan
18:40 – What is the state of Christian Church in Afghanistan
22:00 – Who is in the greatest danger of suffering from Taliban
26:05 – How can the US mitigate the negative effect of pulling out its troops
29:55 – Why should we pray for Muslim leaders
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Many people know about God without actually knowing Him personally. That was Jack Cowart’s story as he grew up in the Catholic church.
Jack also struggled with intense depression in high school. It got so bad during his sophomore year that he decided to commit suicide. While Jack was holding a knife and preparing to slit his wrists, his dad walked in the room and snatched the knife away right in time.
Years later, in college, Jack hit rock bottom and decided to ask God for help with his depression. He had no idea that this quick prayer would be the beginning of his new life. Jack met and married his wife, Kenna, who God sent as a helper on his faith journey. Jack was also completely healed of his depression and able to stop taking medication. He has also discovered that his trial has empowered him to make an impact in the lives of people around him.
Jack Cowart is our guest on this episode of Limitless Spirit. I hope you’ll enjoy his humor, honesty, and love for Jesus.
2:35 – Jack’s knew about God through the Catholic church, but didn’t have a relationship with Him. He also struggled with getting bullied and not having many friends growing up.
5:28 – The battle with depression is too intense, and Jack decides that he wants to take his own life
8:24 – In college, Jack decided it was time to try out the whole “God thing”
12:15 – Jack meets Kenna, his future wife, and sees how beautiful her relationship with Jesus is
17:38 – Jack finally surrenders his life to Jesus and what it felt like as God healed his depression
22:21 – An awakening to missions happened as Jack got to know Jesus and grew more in his faith
24:25 – Jack’s mission trip to Macedonia and the incredible opportunity he had to share his testimony and minister to a suicidal woman
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“God… I didn’t know that You loved me.” This revelation turned upside down the life of a devout Muslim medical student in Bangladesh.
Masuma had spent her life up to that point believing in Allah, following Islamic religious practices, and even trying to convert her crush, Peter, away from Christianity. But Masuma was constantly trying to measure up because she didn’t feel like she was good enough – for either God or her parents. Plus, she was molested multiple times as a young child, and that left her with painful, emotional issues.
On this episode of Limitless Spirit, Masuma shares her incredible testimony of realizing that Jesus was the way, the truth, and the life… and that He loved her deeply. She’ll talk about how God changed her life and the challenges that came after becoming a Christian in a predominately Muslim culture.
3:56 – Masuma’s background growing up in a wealthy, well-educated Muslim family in Bangladesh
5:34 – Why Masuma wanted to become doctor and the tragic death of her older brother
7:24 – Her dedication to the rituals of the Muslim faith came partly because a period of sexual abuse left Masuma with fear and self-doubt
13:22 – “I always thought that there is a problem in me.”
14:39 – How Masuma met and got close with her husband-to-be, Peter
17:37 – Masuma was a Muslim. Peter was a Christian. And so they thought things would never work out. But then Peter told Masuma to go to an evangelistic revival service
21:11 – Three words, “God loves you,” change Masuma’s life forever
26:00 – Losing friends and family members over her new faith in Christ, but being thankful for how God opened doors in multiple areas of life
29:21 – Masuma’s memories of sharing her experience meeting God with people who didn’t really understand
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You can be a person of faith and still have doubts. It may not rob you of your salvation but sometimes life with doubts makes you feel like you live in a swamp.
The guest of this episode Alan Bullock explores the subject of doubt and how to get rid of it in his latest book “Doubt”.
Alan Bullock is an author, counselor, minister of the Gospel and an executive at Daystar Television Network, but in his youth he was an atheist and a drug addict who was introduced to Jesus by his incarcerated brother-in-law.
Since then he’s seen God work miraculously many times in his life… from the miracle the healing a blind woman that Alan prayed for, to the way in which he met and married his wife in Communist Soviet Union.
And yet, even with miracles happening his life, Alan sometimes still had doubts. In his book he addresses nine different ways in which we doubt God, our circumstances, and ourselves. It’s filled with powerful insights about what we can do in the midst of our doubt. He’ll share more about the book and his amazing personal testimony on this episode of Limitless Spirit.
You can find out more about he and his wife Anoosh’s ministry work at their website and pre-order the book at https://www.alanandanooshbullock.com
3:40 – Alan’s background included time in the military, drug addiction, and receiving some attention-catching letters from his brother-in-law who was in prison
5:36 – Alan witnesses his brother-in-law’s baptism after being released but then overdoses for the third time in his life and almost died… these experiences finally led him to surrender his life to Christ
10:18 – The healing of a teenager with blindness and what Alan believes about miracles
14:24 – The impetus for Alan to write his upcoming book, “Doubt”
19:20 – Alan’s theology about doubt, why you’re not alone in doubting God, and how to handle doubt
22:37 – How Alan met and married his wife Anoosh
25:00 – More insights from Alan on doubt and the things he addresses in his book
30:48 – “Reach out for Jesus… and your life will change.”
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As a little girl, Kris Repp had a dream to be a missionary doctor to French-speaking Africa. She was not a Christian at the time.
In her teen and young adult years, Kris was a long way from living out that dream. Although she’d learned about God by reading the New Testament, Kris was addicted to drugs and alcohol. And on top of that, she began binging and purging her food.
The struggle with her eating disorder lasted for almost 20 years, even after she began following Jesus and found freedom from her other addictions. The shame and secrecy were a horrible burden to bear. Looking back Kris says there was a reason for her suffering.
On this episode of Limitless Spirit, Kris will share the moment that become a turning point in her battle with anorexia and bulimia, and how her childhood missionary dream came true.
Kris has had many exciting adventures on the mission field, including the opportunity to share the Gospel with a king on his death bed. Enjoy this powerful story of healing and hope!
2:53 – Grandmother was an example of Christian faith, but ultimately Kris became rebellious and dove into sin and addiction
5:25 – Kris goes to France and starts learning about God, but after returning to the USA, her old lifestyle came back in full force
8:48 – How Kris overcame her addictions and eventually her eating disorder (but not before suffering with it for 20 years)
13:43 – Kris finally accepts God’s unconditional love for her and starts believing that Jesus could make her free
18:30 – Struggling with brokenness with Kris’s prep for the mission field
20:53 – Kris shares about her work in foreign missions, starting in Central America and then in Africa
27:00 – The story of Kris sharing about Jesus with the Muslim king of a nomadic tribe in Africa
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“I’m really convinced that if we allow ourselves to get in over our heads, that’s when we’ll see more and more of God’s power moving in and through us.”
Jessica Collins was called by God into full time ministry at a young age but had to overcome her own doubts as well as some of the rejection she has experienced as a woman in ministry. Her experience has taught her that if you take risks and step out in faith God proves to be faithful.
Jessica found Jesus through reading a Gideon’s Bible given to her as a child in school in Toronto. At age 10 Jessica prophesied to her divorcing parents the restoration of marriage which came to pass exactly at the time she had predicted.
From there, Jessica grew in her knowledge of, and love for, Jesus and committed herself to a life of ministry as a female pastor, though, she’s faced numerous setbacks and opposition. She’ll share what it’s been like to stay faithful to her calling even when people close to her did not understand or accept her.
As part of our “Changed Lives Change Lives” theme, Jessica shares how she mentors other women and helps bring out the full potential of spiritual giftings. Enjoy the episode!
3:19 – Jessica’s background and parents’ failed marriage led her to a crisis and to the Bible
6:40 – Jessica has a vision and receives a word from God about her parents reconciling and it came true four months later
9:42 – How the rest of Jessica’s family became born-again Christians and were set free from their addictions
12:15 – At age 13, Jessica finds peace after initially being unsure if she’d be able to follow her calling to serve the Lord and be married with kids
14:05 – Jessica’s unique path to getting involved with full-time ministry
16:53 – The struggles of being a female pastor/leader and facing opposition at two different churches
23:03 – What Jessica learned from God and how her relationship with Jesus grew during the challenging times
25:31 – Jessica mentors a quiet, reserved member of her church and helped her unlock and unleash her spiritual gifts for prophecy
30:37 – Jessica’s encouragement for people who are afraid of doing ministry or unsure of what God is calling them to do
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This episode’s guest is from Novi Sad, Serbia. Bera Beredji grew up in former Yugoslavia in a family that strongly believed in the Communist ideology. His father even worked for the Communist party at one point. But when civil war broke out in the 1980s, Bera stopped believing in Communism and turned to anarchism, punk music and the use of alcohol and drugs for meaning in his life.
But the punk movement didn’t provide any lasting comfort for Bera. His young adult years were full of constant pain. However, that all changed when a friend invited him to church during Christmastime. Bera was touched by the music, the people, and the pastor’s story about waking up every day with a smile on his face.
Bera wanted to have that kind of peace in his life. The next time he was in the punk club, craving alcohol, he prayed to God – and in that moment God set him free from his addiction. Bera would go on to introduce others to Christ, get involved at church, and work his way up to becoming a pastor. Today, he’s the pastor of the largest evangelical Church in Serbia and he also does homeless outreach and drug rehab work.
Bera Beredji is truly an example of how “Changed Lives Change Lives.” He has great wisdom to share about what it means to say “Yes” to God and be obedient in our service to Him.
2:30 – Bera’s childhood in Serbia and his father’s involvement with the Communist ideology
6:08 – How Bera became disillusioned with Communism and turned to punk music for his identity
9:13 – Bera serves in the army and becomes a heavy alcohol and drug user
10:32 – How Bera discovered Christianity and was set free from his addictions
15:45 – Bera’s life changes, he begins serving in the church, and does well in his higher education
20:34 – Info about the rehab center in Serbia that Bera helped start
22:23 – Bera’s passion for ministering to young people, homeless people, and those far from God
26:08 – Bera’s advice for finding your calling and how you can say “Yes” to whatever God is asking you to do
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On this new episode of the “Changed Lives Change Lives” series, guest Lou Perez shares his incredible testimony.
Growing up in the streets in a rough area of New York City without much supervision from his father and a mentally ill mom, Lou could have joined a gang or sought relief in drugs. He covered up his pain by being tough and rebellious but deep in his heart there had always been a longing for God.
After picking up a Bible once he stumbled upon a passage of Scripture that scared him into going to church.
Fast forward to 2021, and Lou Perez is a pastor of Destiny Church in Niagara Falls, NY, a host of the Soul2O podcast https://soul02.com/ and a Bible teacher who’s been used by God to change many peoples’ lives – on the mission field, in his church, and in his personal relationships.
In the interview Lou also shares how his transformation helped a “druggie” friend to become a pastor of a megachurch and how on a mission trip to China he was able to lighten the heart of a handicapped fatherless boy. We hope his story will inspire you.
Also, be sure to check out Lou’s podcast here: https://soul02.com/
2:40 – Info about Lou’s podcast and the goal behind it
4:00 – Rough childhood in the Bronx
6:42 – Lou’s difficult family situation and how it affected him
8:00 – How Lou came to know Jesus and how his life began to change
12:20 – Lou’s journey of becoming an evangelist and pastor
17:20 – Stories of people who Lou was able to have an impact on
19:35 – “Being salt and light” is more than words… it’s being who you are in Christ
20:27 – A group of non-Christian restaurant workers in China was won to Christ by an unintended witness
22:51 – Why God called Lou to go on a self-sponsored trip to China instead of a free trip to Israel
25:35 – The powerful story of Lou encountering a disabled boy
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The process of having your life changed by Jesus can be instantaneous. But it can also take a little while, too. For many Christians, it’s a mixture of both. And that’s true for today’s guest, Katie Hagstrom.
After her parents got divorced when Katie was about 9 years old, she and her siblings were led to begin a personal relationship with Jesus through a conversation with her dad. That experience gave Katie peace during the trauma of her parents’ divorce.
But a few years later, Katie realized that deep inside she was unhappy, mean, and unloving towards others – not exactly a Christlike attitude for a young Christian woman to have. So, the Lord began the gentle process of helping Katie understand that she could love others because He loved her so much.
Another hurdle for Katie’s faith journey was the fact that she didn’t get to go on a mission trip in high school. She longed to go share the Gospel with people in other cultures, but finances never allowed for it to happen. Years later, in her twenties, Katie tried again to go on a mission trip… and discovered God knew her desire and loved her enough to make it happen.
Katie’s going to share more about all of this on this episode. This is the second installment of our new series, “Changed Lives Change Lives.”
6:35 – The rocky years of going through her parents’ divorce
8:50 – Katie begins her relationship with Jesus
11:15 – Katie is criticized for her sarcastic nature and begins to realize that she didn’t love others or know for sure that God loved her
14:48 – The process of being changed by the fact that God knows and loves His children
17:38 – The backstory of Katie’s interest in missions work
19:30 – Why Katie was never able to go on a mission trip as a young woman
20:11 – The story of Katie getting to finally go on a mission trip and why it reminded her of how much Jesus knows and loves us
25:20 – The hard but good mission trip to Scotland and how Katie got to encourage and influence some young women there
28:07 – God knows our deepest desires and blesses us so that we can be a blessing to others
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He was on his way to stardom in show business, opening concerts for Elvis Presley at the age of 17, but inside Warren Cook was empty, angry and self-centered.
Though he did not believe in God, God believed in Warren. He arranged an encounter that changed Warren Cooks life, career and even his personality.
Warren Cook is our guest today, and the first story to kick off a new series we’re starting here on Limitless Spirit: “Changed Lives Change Lives.” Because once Jesus changes you, it’s impossible to keep it to yourself. You want others to experience the same thing.
3:39 – “I was a mess.” Warren shares about the brokenness he grew up in, his singing ability, and getting into drugs as a teenager which destroyed his life
6:07 – In high school, Warren joined a song & dance group called The Young Americans and got to perform with Elvis and other big name acts
8:35 – The sad reality of behind-the-scenes in the entertainment industry and how Warren got hooked on drugs
11:55 – “Maybe God’s real?” Warren starts to read the Bible and learn about Jesus
13:43 – Warren’s personality before he knew Jesus was self-centered and inward focused. But then his brother helped him get saved, and everything changed.
16:45 – The start of Warren’s new life began with an improbable and incredible trip from California to Texas
21:25 – Being sensitive to the needs and hurts of people around us
23:08 – A story of how Warren helped a couple hand off their Latin American ministry to their son
28:27 – The importance of knowing and using your spiritual gifts
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In the worst moments of your life, did it feel like God had abandoned you? Like you were alone? Like Jesus wasn’t there?
The truth is that He was there, even if it didn’t feel like it. God loves you and wants to heal your broken past. That’s what this episode of Limitless Spirit is all about.
Guests Perry and Diane Dodge are licensed psychotherapists who specialize in marriage counseling and a form of Christian counseling they call “healing memories.” By utilizing prayer, reliance on the Holy Spirit, and three “R”s (Root, Remain, Reveal), the Dodges have helped many people find healing from past trauma and change their whole lives.
You’ll hear more about the method of healing prayer, some specific stories of God working through it, and how to know if you might need to have memories healed.
The Dodges have had more than 25,000 client meetings to date, served as column writers for Marriage Magazine, hosted a weekly radio segment called The Marriage Minute, and been featured on NBC, CBS, and BOTT Radio Network. Their education experience includes Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, and University of Texas.
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2:44 – How the Dodges got interested in counseling as a career
4:28 – What is the concept of “healing memories” through prayer and counseling and the importance of “Root, Remain, and Reveal”
7:49 – The Scriptural foundation for this practice
11:51 – The amazing true story of a woman who went through a traumatic childhood experience and a physical ailment that were both redeemed through healing memories
18:38 – Another story of a man who learned to forgive his parents and love his family
21:54 – More thoughts about this practice, if it can be done without training, and the importance of trusting the Holy Spirit to guide the process
26:36 – “Whom the Son sets free is free indeed”
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On this episode of Limitless Spirit, pastor David Domina shares how God gave Him a vision and experience of hell that led him to Christ and ultimately to finding his true calling.
David took a while to figure out what he was supposed to do with his life. He first studied psychology in college before switching to journalism. But after getting married and realizing he needed something more lucrative to support his family, he started a successful construction business. But then, God made it clear to David that He was calling him to build lives rather than buildings.
He has been leading a thriving church in Rochester, New York and considers himself a missionary to America. At the same time, he remains open to what God has for him next and believes that God doesn’t have one perfect plan for His children and gives us a free choice.
3:08 – Why David was a “problem kid” and sought his identity outside of the church
6:46 – A vision of hell, where David was heading, shook up his entire life
11:46 – The indirect route David took to becoming a full-time pastor
17:27 – The difference between occupation and calling, when it comes to “greater purpose”
19:22 – Why David wrestled with the call to being a pastor, including his fear of public speaking
21:39 – Rising crime in Rochester, NY, where David preaches and how he and other Christians can respond to a world filled with hatred and evil
25:47 – David’s openness to continue following God, even if he’s called away from being a pastor
27:04 – Being a missionary to America
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Kenna Cowart faced her toughest physical and spiritual challenges the same year she became serious about her faith. She was only 13 at the time, and her parents had just gone through a traumatic divorce. Kenna was diagnosed with rare heart condition that led to depression, anxiety and an eating disorder. Additionally she became addicted to pornography.
In spite of all this she found out that in her darkest moment she felt God’s presence and love. Kenna has learned that physical healing and freedom from addiction are possible. Sometimes they occur instantly. As a registered nurse and a missionary she finds no greater joy than to share this message with others.
As we prepare to celebrate resurrection of Christ, this episode is about the power and healing abilities of God’s son, who rose from the dead to give us new life.
2:44 – Kenna’s first encounters with Jesus and healing… but not experiencing the love of God from her parents
6:22 – The immense challenges Kenna had to go through after becoming a Christian, including her parent’s bitter divorce and her own health issues
9:38 – Developing an eating disorder and pornography addiction, and being set free from those things through Jesus eventually
17:03 – Kenna’s calling to medical missions
19:02 – God uses Kenna’s story in Serbia and heals a cancer patient through her prayer
22:52 – How doing 12 missions trips in the past decade has changed Kenna’s life and relationship with God
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“I knew church. I knew the motions to go through… but I didn’t know Jesus.”
Eric Scott was a stereotypical, rebellious pastor’s kid who looked good on the outside. On the inside, he was searching for his own identity separate from his parent’s faith and work. That led him to make some poor decisions in college that led him to a breaking point.
But God used everything Eric went through to bring him into a relationship with Christ. Eric finally began to understand the meaning of grace and mercy, and he entered into a journey of discovering God’s love.
After getting married, starting a family, and doing ministry work years later, Eric had to go through another journey of discovery. This time, God needed to teach him that the love of Jesus was not dependent on his performance.
As the Associate Director of Campus Ministry at The King’s University in Texas, Eric now spends a lot of his time teaching the next generation the hard lessons that God showed him. He’s got plenty of good insight to share about his life, and some powerful words of wisdom about Gen Z that you won’t want to miss in this episode.
2:36 – Eric talks about being the stereotypical rebellious “preacher’s kid” and discusses how a lack of personal identity can lead children to rebel against their parent’s faith
6:49 – Eric’s parents shoot down his idea about being involved with basketball at a state university, so he goes to Bible college instead
9:03 – Struggling with substance addiction and theft while he was in college, Eric eventually begins a real relationship with Jesus
13:50 – Coming to a true understanding of God’s grace and mercy
16:46 – Eric explains why in 2013, he realized he was an “unbelieving believer” who knew the Gospel but not the grace of Christ
21:40 – The journey with Jesus is becoming and knowing who we are in light of who Jesus is
26:29 – Eric’s powerful perspective on Gen Z and how God can use them to change the world for Him
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The father of seven children, Pastor Dave Dolan has been through a long journey of raising a child with special needs that doctors said wouldn’t even live past a year old. He and his wife Debra have seen how faith and the right perspective can have a powerful impact on the outcome in the journey of their youngest daughter, whose name is Faith.
Dave says our struggles and brokenness are often the places where God points us towards our greater purpose. He’s also passionate about mentoring people in their journey in pursuit of a greater purpose.
On this episode of Limitless Spirit, Dave will share his personal testimony and what he thinks about the perspective the year 2020 has given him concerning the core mission of the church in the “new normal”.
2:40 – How a song led Dave Dolan to a relationship with Jesus and introduced him to his future wife
4:45 – Dave’s 40 years of being a pastor in rural Illinois in a predominantly Amish community
8:32 – Dave’s youngest daughter Faith was born with severe health challenges
11:33 – “Sometimes the pathway to greater purpose is born through a crisis in your life and when God is invited into that crisis, he shifts your influence.”
12:28 – How Faith has helped Dave and his wife Deb grow in their faith in Christ
16:45 – Dave’s advice for people who are unsure of their greater purpose in life
19:46 – How do you hold onto hope in crisis?
22:24 – The importance of having good mentors
24:54 – Dave’s takeaways and observations from everything that happened in 2020 and what is the function of the church today
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“Never forget: the Gospel changes people’s lives, wherever you are.”
Marty MacDonald is a pastor in western New York. At age 65, he’s seen God do some incredible things throughout his ministry career. But Marty’s still expecting that his greater purpose is still to come.
From overcoming an abusive home situation, to starting a house church with really no formal plan, to traveling around the world doing missions work, Marty’s life is a testimony of the faithfulness, love, and power of Jesus Christ. We’re happy to have Marty as our guest on this episode of Limitless Spirit, and hope you’ll be encouraged by the stories he’s going to share.
4:18 – Growing up in western New York area with an alcoholic, abusive father and losing two siblings
7:49 – Marty’s life turns around after his girlfriend’s dad made him go to church and he gave his heart to Christ after hearing an evangelist give an altar call
10:45 – How Marty started the journey to become “Pastor Marty,” including working at various ministries and starting a successful house church
14:27 – Marty gives glory to God for his life story
15:30 – “I don’t think I’ve yet touched my greatest purpose” and why Marty knows God still has amazing things ahead in his life
20:11 – Marty talks about being called to get involved with missions work
23:38 – Street evangelism in France
26:11 – The importance of unity and connection at a time when division and COVID-19 is keeping Christians divided and separated
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Your past doesn’t define you. Your pain has a purpose. Your story matters.
Those of are some of the things that Kelly Butner learned after she came to know Christ
after a traumatic childhood. Kelly felt broken, but on a mission trip to Romania a few
years ago, she felt God healing her as she publicly shared her testimony for the first
time.
Kelly discovered that she had a voice – and that her voice was powerful because God
was using it. She also discovered her passion for sharing the Gospel around the world
on mission trips. She’ll share all about doing that, plus the important distinction between
believing in God and actually following Him, on this episode of Limitless Spirit.
5:35 – Growing up in church, but experiencing hurts, family dysfunction, and
brokenness
7:25 – During a very hard time, the Holy Spirit started helping Kelly process some
difficult childhood memories, a key step on her journey to healing
11:16 – On her first ever mission trip to Romania, Kelly publicly shares her story for the
first time
15:26 – Highlight from a trip to Buenos Aires
17:50 – Figuring out how to do missions as a mom of three young boys and facing fear
and self-doubt before every trip
20:52 – Kelly says she is “absolutely” a different person who has found her greater
purpose and understands more about the way God way her through doing missions
work
23:50 – Going on a mission trip with her husband and how they’re more connected now
26:51 – “I’m just hungry to see what He’s (God’s) doing” and some closing thoughts
about connecting with WMA
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Psalm 92 says the righteous flourish like a tree and still bear fruit in their old age. Lowell Glidden, the guest on this episode, living this verse out in his life.
For years, Lowell has been faithfully serving God and bearing fruit, whether it was during his time in the military, in his marriage and family, or his ministry efforts. Even though he’s in his late 80s, Lowell continues to trust God and obey His calling to tell people about Jesus even if it means traveling half across the world to remote places.
Lowell will share some stories about his wife, Alice, and the bittersweet circumstances of her passing, plus memories of his time spent doing foreign missions on this episode of Limitless Spirit. Lowell’s greater purpose can be summed up in this simple statement: “I just like people, and I’m glad to serve.”
3:44 – The timeline of Lowell’s Army service and memories of his late wife, Alice
6:37 – How to stay happily married for 60 years, according to Lowell
9:17 – Lowell’s first mission trip in 1995 to Russia fulfilled a dream he had 30 years prior
10:38 – Lowell’s shares why he never viewed the Russian people as his enemies
14:10 – How God confirmed to Lowell the perfect timing
16:19 – The challenges of caring for Alice as she became debilitated by Parkinson’s Disease
19:23 – Lowell shares a special God-moment that happened in the last moments of Alice’s life
22:08 – What drives Lowell to continue missionary work on the verge of turning 90
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Every child needs to be loved and to know what love is. Unfortunately, JoAnn Wolfe didn’t grow up that way. Her parents were too broken themselves to give her proper love and nurture.
JoAnn’s first experience with church at the age of fifteen wasn’t positive either. After having to practically raise herself she felt like church was all about rules and “do’s” and “don’t’s”. It wasn’t until later in life JoAnn read a certain verse in the Bible that revealed to her God as the loving father she had never had. From that point on her life began to change, and more recently she has discovered her greater purpose through medical missions and also sharing with other the love she once thought was never meant for her.
On this episode of Limitless Spirit, JoAnn will share her powerful testimony and some of her God-ordained experiences on the mission field. This is the latest installment of our “Greater Purpose” series.
3:20 – JoAnn’s childhood was filled with issues and “no stability or home life”
6:26 – JoAnn is abused by her stepfather and then eventually meets her real father and starts to live with him and his new family
9:14 – Experience going to church and the seed of “something better” is sown… but it wasn’t focused on the love of God
13:03 – JoAnn’s life is changed by a verse that made God’s love real to her
15:59 – The desire for missions work and giving love to others begins to grow in JoAnn’s heart
19:54 – How God used JoAnn’s knowledge as a nurse and her painful past to touch lives in Serbia and Thailand
24:54 – How JoAnn’s life has changed as she’s found her greater purpose in doing missions work
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Pride… Control… Not respecting the leadership…
These are the things that led Jason Raine to walk away from God after he had a bad experience during a mission trip in high school. Looking to find his true identity Jason threw himself into building a successful career. But the same issues that caused him to leave church created a conflict at work that almost cost him his job.
After a tough conversation with his boss and a forced leave, Jason did some soul searching. He realized he had to make big changes in his life. Step one was developing a real, authentic relationship with Jesus. He got plugged into a church and serving in youth ministry and technical support.
The Covid -19 pandemic threatened to take away everything that Jason valued due to the strict lockdowns in California. Instead, God led Jason into a new circle of friends and through them on a lifechanging mission trip to Serbia where he experienced a big miracle and felt guided in the direction of his true calling..
3:43 – Jason felt betrayed by his youth pastor on a mission trip
5:11 – “I walked away from God”
6:46 – Jason pursues a career but has a conflict with his boss over his attitude and work ethic
9:11 – Jason’s boss gives him some tough love and Jason realizes he’s been in the wrong, which led him back to God
13:06 – Downloading TikTok and getting connected to WMA leads to him going to Serbia on a mission trip
19:34 – “Serbia was the trip of a lifetime.” Jason shares how God showed him he was supposed to be there as he helped out with the church’s tech equipment and prayed for a man who had cancer and was later found to be cancer-free
28:11 – Jason’s greater purpose and what’s next for his life
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“That saved my life. I mean, me being laid off saved my life.”
From losing her job to finding her greater purpose, Ellen Yao knows that God has been at work in her life. After immigrating from South Korea and growing up in church, surrounded by Christian friends and family, Ellen tried to find her own way and identity as a young adult. But everything she tried, from partying to climbing the corporate ladder, left her feeling empty inside.
That prompted a desperate prayer from Ellen, asking God to show up and prove He was real. And He did, in a way that Ellen never could have expected. After being laid off, she gave her life to Jesus, went back to school, met her husband, and found herself on an adventure of a lifetime, her very first trip, to Iraq in the middle of war with ISIS. This is an incredible experience you’ll have to hear to believe.
2:45 – Ellen’s family immigrates to the US from South Korea and converts to Christianity
6:43 – In college Ellen drifted away from church in pursuit of her own identity and worldview
10:45 – Ellen gets into “ricing” cars and partying, and then climbs the “corporate ladder” and pursues “stable life”
12:51 – Ellen’s prayer for God to show up leads to several huge changes in her life
19:18 – During the war with ISIS in Iraq Ellen feels called by God to go there
22:43 – Memories of going to Iraq and the launch of her new “life of purpose”
29:31 –Ellen’s greater purpose in this season
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On this episode of the Limitless Spirit podcast, you’ll hear DeAnna Moore’s story.
In her young adulthood she struggled with mental illness, alcoholism, and the tragic consequences of the lifestyle that went along with substance abuse. Only later in life she found out that her father was not the man who raised her and that she was subject to sever abuse as an infant due to generational sins and secrets in her family.
But it wasn’t God’s plan for DeAnna to be stuck in her misery forever. He directed her through series of encounters to get involved with AA and set her on the path to become a nurse. More importantly, Jesus Christ began to heal DeAnna once she began a relationship with Him. Then, she found her greater purpose in life – to serve God as a medical missionary.
3:21 – DeAnna’s childhood struggles with her family and mental health
7:20 – Trying and “failing miserably, over and over again” to get through life on her own strength leads DeAnna to terrible addiction and patterns of abuse
8:39 – Because of all she went through, DeAnna finds Christ but continues to battle her sinful nature
11:02 – Getting diagnosed as an alcoholic, going to AA, beginning to turn her life around
14:28 – DeAnna’s path to becoming a nurse, finding her biological father, facing the generational sins of her family, and marrying her “true love”
21:29 – The origins of DeAnna’s missionary focus and stories from her journeys
25:55 – How her life has changed and how she’s found her greater purpose
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Marijuana was his idol … Using it was his source of joy, dealing it was the source of income. He enjoyed this lifestyle until he encountered someone.
Paul Amendola spent 25 years using and dealing marijuana. But when a “Christian junkie” friend brought him to church something changed in his heart. After accepting Jesus Paul didn’t know how to quite the lifestyle he has become so used to. He asked God for help. After his house was broken in to and his marijuana stolen twice, Paul says God caught his attention.
After giving up a drug-centered life, Paul turned to serving God and telling others about Jesus. He has experienced a miraculous encounter in Nepal that showed Him that God had a greater purpose for him. Paul will share why dealing hope, not drugs, has become the greater purpose in his life on this episode of Limitless Spirit.
4:36 – Paul’s childhood and growing up in a large Italian household
7:37 – Drugs ruled Paul’s life and more about his experiences with marijuana
10:44 – Paul meets a “Christian junkie” who brought him to church, and soon after Paul gave his life to Christ
13:27 – Paul realizes he needs God’s help to get out of the drug dealing business and out of his addiction
18:34 – Getting involved at church and first feeling the call to go into missions
22:55 – Paul experiences a miracle in Nepal
26:39 – Leading a man to Christ at the Pyramids in Egypt
29:05 – Paul’s greater purpose in life
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Is it possible to love God more after He has seemingly failed to protect you?
Katrina Griffin lived through an experience that could simply be described as “every woman’s worst nightmare.” After a man sexually assaulted her in her 20s, the police falsely accused Katrina of making it all up. Those traumatic experiences made her very angry at God in the weeks, months and years that followed.
However, today Katrina says she is more in love with God and more confident in God’s goodness than before she went through all of those terrible things. She’ll tell us why on this episode of Limitless Spirit as she walks through her journey of healing, rebuilding her relationship with God, forgiving her attacker, the police and finding a greater purpose for her life.
2:22 – Difficulties in childhood including being bullied, hating herself, struggling with her identity, and rebelling against her parents
7:55 – How Katrina came to know Jesus and how that changed her life
10:03 – Katrina’s difficult story of being raped just outside her apartment
14:15 – The police’s infuriating response to Katrina reporting her rape
17:00 – Katrina talks about her anger, hatred, and unforgiveness and how she finds a breakthrough
19:55 – Reflections from being on the other side of this tragedy and God has healed and changed Katrina for the better
22:34 – Katrina describes a miraculous healing during her recent medical mission trip
25:15 – Katrina’s greater purpose is interconnected with her story
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In this last episode of Season 1 the host Helen Todd looks back at the year 2020 and shares four observations that she believes equip us for a great year 2021.
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“I can’t do this… I can’t go through with this baptism.”
That’s what Carrie Ann Lewis told her boyfriend just days before her baptism into the Mormon church. She’d been having strange but meaningful dreams about her dad, a strong Christian who’d passed away years earlier, and that made her second guess the religious path she was on.
From that moment on, Carrie Ann’s life was never the same. She broke up with her boyfriend and left the Mormon church. She also began a journey to find the truth about God, and share His love with the hurting people. She has a massive social media outreach where she shares daily devotionals and more recently has discovered a calling to overseas missions.
Today, she’s living out her greater purpose of loving people like Christ and following His calling to the Great Commission. She’ll share more about it on this episode of Limitless Spirit.
2:50 – The influence of Carrie Ann’s dad on her faith and life, and his early death from cancer
6:02 – Carrie Ann’s experiences with Mormonism
11:20 – Carrie Ann begins to have dreams about her dad in the days leading up to her Mormon baptism and starts to rethink if she was doing the right thing
13:44 – The beginning of her relationship with Jesus and transformation of her life
17:37 – How Carrie Ann began a ministry on social media during the pandemic
21:19 – Carrie Ann’s unusual call to missions
27:05 – Carrie Ann’s first experience of sharing her story and witnessing miracles in Serbia
31:20 – Why Carrie Ann believes her greater purpose in life is to love people like Jesus did
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Nate Allen grew up in a Christian home and said the sinner’s prayer when he was five years old. He went to Bible college and worked as a youth pastor. But Nate did not personally know Jesus… until he met Him in a bar.
Nate had drifted from God after his son was born stillborn, his marriage broke up, and he began living a party lifestyle. And when Nate hit rock bottom, Jesus was right there to show him a different way. After discovering the intimacy with Christ, Nate has been transformed and is now living out his greater purpose: to follow Christ and pursuing his long-lost dream. He shares his encouraging story on this episode of Limitless Spirit.
3:08 – Nate’s church background and “accidental” salvation story
7:30 – His life is torn between desire to please his family and desire to taste sin
10:30 – Nate tries to fill the void in his life with material things
12:50 – While having a beer at a bar Nate is asked a question “do you know who Jesus is?”
15:10 – Nate witnesses to a town drunk but realizes he lacks the intimate knowledge of who Christ is
17:57 – Nate’s life begins to change, and his long-lost dream is revived
22:24 – God performs a healing miracle through Nate’s prayer
24:45 – What is Nate’s greater purpose in life? And how has he changed now that he’s truly a child of God?
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Grief is a natural way of confronting loss unless a person becomes stuck in it.
This is exactly what happened to Melinda Fazzolari when her son, Louie, died from cancer before his second birthday. For almost 25 years, Melinda’s life was deeply affected by a sorrow she could not shake. She finally settled for a life without joy or hope. But God never left Melinda and through a series of small events and encounters helped her find healing and a new purpose for her life.
Melinda shares her beautiful story on this episode of the Limitless Spirit podcast. This is the fifth episode in our “Greater Purpose” series.
3:05 – Melinda shares the painful story of her son Louie’s cancer and death
6:13 – Grief entrapped Melinda because of an insensitive remark of a church member and left an impact on her family
10:40 – Melinda’s healing journey begins, years after Louie’s death
15:35 – Melinda thanks God for Louie’s life… and death
16:50 – God uses Melinda’s story in her missionary travels
19:15 – Divine encounter in Ireland
23:06 –How to handle the holidays if you are grieving
25:00 – Melinda talks about the importance of being honest with God, even if you feel angry or hurt
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On the fourth episode in the “Greater Purpose” series, Sheila Ruffin shares how she began a whole new life in Christ after healing from childhood trauma.
Even after accepting Christ as a Savior, Sheila struggled with addictions and depression for years until God led her on a journey to discover what was broken inside of her. The pain of losing her father in the Vietnam War, losing her mother to mental illness, and being molested by relatives was almost too much to bear. But when Sheila allowed Jesus to heal her, she discovered her greater purpose in life
Sheila reveals what it took to heal the brokenness and depression. She shares how while dealing with the challenges of menopause she started a new life, and why today she feels so happy and alive on this episode of Limitless Spirit.
3:36 – Sheila talks about her painful childhood, including her father’s death and mother’s mental illness
7:21 – Sexual abuse and trauma caused her to run away, then she met her future husband
9:40 – Sheila’s relationship with Jesus started at a tent revival
12:50 – Jesus helped Sheila overcome her addiction to porn, but she still struggled with fear and depression
17:12 – Sheila’s true healing journey begins
19:50 – How Sheila’s “new life” of missions work first began / hearing the call to go to Iraq
24:57 – Sheila shares why her new life brought her true happiness and how God is using her past to help others
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Josepha Mbouma’s family came to the United States from Cameroon with God’s divine help. Though Josepha grew up in a Christian home, the most important thing in her life was always basketball. She had dreams of being a star athlete and achieved the impressive feat of being an NCAA Division 1 basketball player. But the highs and lows of being a college athlete led Josepha to question God and his plans for her life. And today she is thankful that happened because it reshaped her relationship with Christ.
Now out of college, Josepha works for national Community Church in Washington DC and coaches a high school basketball team. She is living out her greater purpose by pouring into the lives of young women around her. Josepha’s sharing her story on this episode of Limitless Spirit. This is the third episode in our “Greater Purpose” series.
2:44 – Coming to the USA and her love of basketball
6:05 – How she became a player on a Division 1 basketball team at Elon University
8:40 – Being on a college team didn’t turn out exactly how she was picturing
11:40 – Processing her identity and greater purpose, on and off the basketball court
13:30 – Going back to visit Cameroon and growing in her relationship with God
15:30 – Seeing how God works and how He’s using her to help other people through missions work, mentoring, and coaching
20:55 – Learning that life is a daily surrender of control and our will to God’s control and God’s will
21:21 – What Josepha thinks a greater purpose in life is
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God calls each of His children to be generous, good stewards of the things He’s given us.
In the second episode of “The Greater Purpose Series,” entrepreneur and businessman Barry Marks shares an amazing story of how he saw God working when he went to Lake Charles, Louisiana to give away $100,000 in cash to people who had been devastated by Hurricane Laura.
Now, it wasn’t Barry’s money. But he was still blown away at how he was able to bless other people through a simple act of giving them a $100 bill and praying for them. Barry was also able to lead a young man named Damian to Christ. Since the trip, Barry has been processing how God is calling him to hold his money, time and talents loosely and with the heart of a steward. He also knows more about his greater purpose in life: to help others.
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2:55 – Barry talks about why he doesn’t want to work himself
5:30 – Why making time for others and their needs is the key to fulfillment
6:25 – The origins of the idea of giving away $100,000 to 1,000 families affected by Hurricane Laura
12:00 – The stories of blessings – Antonio and Damian
16:50 – Barry reflects on being a steward and seeing God multiply His blessing to people beyond just receiving a $100 bill
18:25 – How this experience has changed Barry’s life and his outlook on money, time, and stewardship
21:25 – The connection between missionary work overseas and at home
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God created each one of us for a greater purpose that fills life with deep fulfillment. Building life around this greater purpose is what makes us thrive.
In this first episode of a new series on Limitless Spirit called “The Greater Purpose Series,” law enforcement officer and missionary Debra Yokley shares her story of pursuing her greater purpose after she discovered she could not have children.
After 3 failed pregnancies in her early 30s she asked God what His plan for her life was.
God’s guidance took her along an unexpected path on the journey of discovering her true self.
3:30 – Debra seeks God’s purpose for her life and starts a law enforcement career
5:50 – The difficulties and rewarding moments of being in law enforcement
11:30 – How Debra felt called to go into missionary work
14:00 – Debra talks about her experiences sharing Jesus in the world’s “hot spots”
20:05 – How doing missions work has changed Debra
21:45 – How to find fulfillment in life’s different seasons
24:20 – Has Debra found her greater purpose in life?
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Whether you are facing cancer yourself or have a person in your life who is, cancer can become a test of faith and perhaps the hardest challenge in life. Having resources at hand to answer questions, encourage and offer strength at the weakest moment is incredibly important.
In this episode Helen Todd talks with Deborah Barr, author of the book “Strength for the cancer journey”, a 30 day-devotional to inspire, encourage and comfort a person battling cancer.
The conversation brings up important issues that a cancer patient faces – anger, discouragement, coping with changes in the physical appearance and dealing with negative influences. It also discusses practical and constructive way family members and friends can express their support and love for the cancer patient.
At the end of the interview Helen Todd shares a story of God’s miraculous healing of her friend.
Deborah Barr is a health educator, a speaker and an author. In 2018 her book Grace for the Unexpected journey won the “best Inspirational Book” award at the Digital Book World. It was a devotional for dementia caregivers. Her latest book “Strength for the cancer journey” can be purchased here:
https://www.amazon.com/Strength-Cancer-Journey-Inspiration-Encouragement/dp/B08HD46QPS/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Deborah+Barr&qid=1599843109&s=audible&sr=1-1
2:45 How cancer can become a turning point in life
5:20 Dealing with stigma of a life-threatening illness
6:22 The “protectors” and “promoters” – how to acquire former and avoid latter
10:21 What to say and not to say to a cancer patient
13:53 Why anger could be good
17:52 Where to draw strength in weak moments
19:07 How gratitude enhances cancer treatments
22:50 Coping with changes in physical appearance
25:00 The hardest part
27:00 The best way to offer help to a cancer patient
28:34 The takeaway
30:28 The testimony of a miracle
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Whether you are a person who possesses the virtue of patience or not, there’s hardly a person in this world who would say they enjoy waiting. Usually waiting is perceived at best as annoyance, and at it’s worst an absolute torture depending on the importance of what you are waiting for.
Yet, waiting is unavoidable in life and for those who study the word of God, it is a very Biblical concept. To be able to get the most out of waiting it is worth digging deeper into why does God make us wait and why is it so hard for us to wait.
My guest today is Brad Baurain, a missionary, a professor at the Moody Bible Institute, and the author of the book “On waiting well”.
In this conversation we talk about the importance of waiting well, the unexpected treasures hidden in the waiting process and some ways we can make the waiting more enjoyable. I will give away a curious hint – complaining is a part of it!
2:40 Why it is important to master the art of waiting?
3:28 Why is it hard for us to wait?
4:27 3 myths and truths about waiting
13:00 The purposes of waiting
15:00 The importance of God’s timing
16:26 The most valuable lesson Brad Baurain has learned about waiting
16:50 The hidden benefits of waiting
20:52 Practical ways to move from enduring waiting to enjoying it
25:30 Enjoying God outside of your expectations
28:44 The main take away for your waiting season
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We are facing the epidemic of loneliness in the US. 2 in 5 Americans struggle with loneliness. It has a negative effect on our health equal to smoking 15 cigarettes per day. It also feeds the division and the radicalization in our society and therefore poses threat to democracy.
What is the root of loneliness? It is not just the lack of meaningful interaction with others. Loneliness is the by product of the unmet core needs that every individual has. Loneliness is an empty spot in our soul that can only be met by experiencing the fullness of God’s love. The guest in this episode, York Moore believes that the main obstacle to this is the failure to find the right approach or “love language” in the way God communicates His love to you.
York Moore studied philosophy at the University of Michigan, was an atheist and his nick name was “satan” because he persecuted Christians, until he became one. Today he is a speaker, an evangelist and an author of several books. For more information, visit www.tellthestory.net and follow him on social media channels @yorkmoore.
Resources:
Seen. Known. Loved. By Gary Chapman and York Moore
Blog post by Evan Belosa Loneliness, Radicalization and the Fate of Democracy
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One of the life altering side effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are deteriorating relationship between people, and particularly the strain it has created in marriages. The conventional marriage has been under attack in recent years. The challenges and the uncertainty that came with the pandemic added to it.
Even without the outside pressure marriages are sacrificed to busy schedules, demands of raising children, careers, and personal desires. We either take our spouse for granted or we give up on the marriage because we eventually come to realize that we can’t change another person.
Or can we?
Dr. Gary Chapman has been helping couples to save and improve marriages and relationships for over two decades. He is the one who discovered the revolutionary concept of 5 love languages that helps us communicate our commitment and appreciation towards each other.
His book The 5 Love Languages® sold over twelve million copies and has been on the New York Times best-sellers list continuously since 2007.
The COVID-19 pandemic inspired him to write his latest book “5 Simple Ways to strengthen your marriage”. In a very practical and straightforward way it encourages couples to turn the tables on the enemy and look at this as an opportunity make your relationship closer and stronger.
Dr. Chapman’s website is full of helpful resources for marriages and relationships..
In the previous episode Dr. Chapman and I talked about the importance of calling a truce on throwing verbal bombs and how to tear down the emotional walls that are built by unresolved conflict.
In this episode we continue the conversation and explore the practical ways to create team work environment, talked about what does submission mean in marriage and where do we start if we want to see a change in our spouse.
3:50 How to prevent “emotional walls” in a relationship
6:05 Is emotional sensitivity gender specific
7:22 The true meaning of submission in marriage
9:04 5 meaningful ways to express love
12:50 How to build teamwork environment in marriage
14:48 Advice for long distance relationships
16:23 How to build healthy relationships with people around us
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“All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.” Leo Tolstoy
Whether your marriage is a happy one or a rocky one the last few months have brought new challenges for marriages and relationships. In this interview with the bestselling author, radio host and marriage counselor Dr. Gary Chapman we discuss the signs of trouble in marriages and relationships and practical ways to resolve conflict and strengthen the bond between the spouses. We have always been told one cannot change their spouse …or can you?
Dr. Gary Chapman’s book The 5 Love Languages® sold over twelve million copies and has been on the New York Times best-sellers list continuously since 2007. He has been directly involved in real-life family counseling since the beginning of his ministry years, and his nationally syndicated radio programs air nationally on Moody Radio Network and over 400 affiliate stations.
The COVID-19 pandemic inspired him to write his latest book “5 Simple Ways to strengthen your marriage”. In a very practical and straightforward way it encourages couples to turn the tables on the enemy and look at this as an opportunity make your relationship closer and stronger.
Dr. Chapman’s website is full of helpful resources for marriages and relationships.
3:06 Dr. Chapman shares what inspired him to write his latest book
5:16 Has COVID-19 pandemic affected the issue of domestic abuse and violence
6:16 Dr. Chapman discusses the ways for a couple to deal with the issue of domestic violence
8:50 Can the pattern of abuse be stopped?
10:21 Signs of a troubled marriage and ways to deal with them
12:50 Can any marriage be saved?
15:23 Tearing down emotional walls
18:27 You can’t change your spouse…or can you?
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Statistics show that only 8% of people achieve the goals they have set for themselves. Even those who actively pursue their goals often find themselves struggling with disappointment and dissatisfaction.
Dr. Deb Gorton, the author of the book “Embracing Uncomfortable: Facing your fears while pursuing your purpose” believes that it happens because we often confuse our goals with our life’s purpose.
In this episode we talk about how embracing uncomfortable helps us not only discover our authentic selves and our core values, but also identify the purpose that was intended for us by God. We discuss what God-defined purpose is and is not, the importance of our habits, the dangers hidden in expectations and some practical ways of discovering our purpose.
Dr. Gorton is a theologian and a psychologist earned PhD in Clinical Psychology from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology and MA in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. She recently published a book “Embracing Uncomfortable: Facing Our Fears While Pursuing Our Purpose.”
1:48 Dr. Deb talks about the difference between “world-defined” and “God-defined” purpose
5:06 We discuss why defining life’s purpose is so important
6:06 How our habits influence our lives
7:28 Why expectations, our own and of others, can be dangerous
10:25 Practical steps in pursuing life’s purpose
12:56 Dr. Deb shares the lessons she learned in the process of embracing uncomfortable
Quotes:
“My purpose transcends situations or relationships I am involved in”
“Achieve goals that align with your purpose”
“Once we embrace our core identity, we no longer have to justify our existence”
Resources:
To purchase the book and learn more about Dr. Deb Gorton visit
https://www.debgorton.com/
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Society in the United States and around the world is becoming more and more polarized over issues that are not necessarily the root of the problem but rather the symptoms.
Often these “symptom” issues are political, rather than spiritual and cause a dangerous division in the body of Christ.
Today the United States are in agony over the old and new wounds caused by racism and this seemingly clear issue has been turned into a political battle.
For an open conversation on racism I invited a fellow believer in Christ and a minister of the Gospel with whom we agree on many aspects and disagree on some. It gave me a great hope for the healing of our country. I believe it also shows the extreme importance of the unity in the body of Christ!
The root of the problems we are facing is the battle between good and evil. If we pursue Christ with all of our hearts, we inevitably find ourselves on the right side of the most complex issues, even if we disagree on the “symptoms”.
My guest today, is Pastor Clyde Ruffin, senior pastor of the Second Baptist Church in Columbia, MO, professor emeritus at the University of Missouri, representative for the First Ward and Mayor Pro Tem for the city of Columbia, MO, a husband to Sheila for 43 years, father of four, grandfather of six and a spiritual father to many.
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Nobody likes pain, nobody likes giving something up, nobody likes leaving the comfort zone. But constantly conforming to what is comfortable and familiar can lead us to unhappiness, dissatisfaction and sometimes a crisis.
What happens if we decide instead of avoiding what is uncomfortable embrace it?
Dr Deb Gorton promises that if you are willing to take this chance, the reward is incredibly significant.
Dr. Gorton is a theologian and a psychologist earned PhD in Clinical Psychology from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology and MA in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. She recently published a book “Embracing Uncomfortable: Facing Our Fears While Pursuing Our Purpose.”
In this book she warns us that without being challenged we often lose the site of our true identity, compromise our core values and most importantly fail to fulfill our God-given purpose.
Key moments of the interview:
2:24 Dr. Deb shares how a personal tragedy started her on a pursuit of her identity
4:13 Why a person often develops a misguided understanding of self
5:48 Dr. Deb explains the concept of the “comfort myth”
7:00 How do we identify our core values
9:35 Dr. Deb shares how COVID-19 pandemic has helped her focus on what is truly important
12:13 Benefits of learning to embrace the uncomfortable
16:45 Key takeawyas
Quote: “Discomfort for a short period of time helps us create lasting long-term comfort”
Resources:
Buy Dr. Deb Gorton’s book here:
https://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Uncomfortable-Facing-Pursuing-Purpose/dp/0802419569
Learn more about Dr. Deb Gorton
https://www.debgorton.com/about
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There is a deep divide in our society over the issue of reopening the economies versus continuing lockdowns and thus keeping people safe.
Who is right? What is a moral responsibility of a Christian when faced with this dilemma? What must we do to help ourselves while contributing to the well-being of the society in the face of COVID-19 pandemic?
Our guest if Phillip Todd, economic policy analyst for the US Senate, leadership team member of the National Economists Club and a committed Christian.
He shares his thoughts on both sides of the issue, addresses some of the conflicting economic relief policies and quotes one of his favorite verses to guide the process of deciding.
Quote: “What is best for you is not a government decision”
3:07 His view why both sides of the issue are valid
4:31 He shares what is the right approach to moving forward amidst the COVID-19 pandemic
5:29 His thoughts on how to apply “sound mind” in the process of deciding what is right for you
9:00 He addresses the conflict between the two relief policies
14:58 He discuss personal responsibility as a moral objective for a Christian
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COVID-19 pandemic continues to induce a significant amount of worry, fear, uncertainty, and stress in the hearts and minds of people. It has put people who are struggling with depression at a greater risk now more than ever.
To provide some much-needed guidance as we deal with this pressing issue, we have with us again Dr. Jennifer Thomas. Dr. Jen is a TEDx speaker, leadership consultant, bestselling author, and psychologist with a doctorate in clinical psychology.
In the previous episode, we talked about the fact why depression is one of the largest health issues in the world, whether it is genetically inherited and whether it is curable.
In this episode Dr. Jen shares her thoughts on the use of antidepressant medications and why some benefit from them while others don’t. She discusses with the host Helen Todd the possible reasons why certain segments of population are more at risk and what aspects of life can protect us from depression and suicidal thoughts. Dr Jen discusses the warning signs in a person struggling with depression and how a friend or a family member can help.
Key Takeaways:
2:21 Dr. Jen’s concern about prescription medications for depression
3:01 Dr. Jen’s thoughts on genetic research to discover the cause of depression
4:11 Dr. Jen explains how antidepressants work
8:08 Dr. Jen shares her thoughts why teenagers and females are at a higher risk for having suicidal thoughts
10:15 What provides a protective effect from depression later in life
11:15 How to help a loved one with depression and the warning signs to look for
16:19 The fine line between being supportive and co-dependent
19:00 Dr. Jen’s favorite Bible verse to encourage hope
Helpful resources:
The first step in suicide prevention is awareness — knowing when someone is in crisis. That’s often not obvious, because many people suffer in silence or give no sign that they might harm themselves. As a family member, friend, neighbor, or colleague, you can make a difference by using the Columbia Protocol — also known as Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) — to help determine when someone is at risk for suicide and how to help.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
1-800-273-8255
Genetic testing and antidepressants (article on Mayo Clinic website)
Article on pharmacogenomics
Dr Jen Thomas used 23andMe to learn about her genetics. Here is her referral link: https://refer.23andme.com/s/sorrytube
Personal and professional coaching sessions with Dr. Jennifer Thomas are available by telephone. For details, send an email with “Coaching” in the subject line to booking@drjenniferthomas.com.
Buy the book “When sorry isn’t enough” by Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Jennifer Thomas :
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802407048?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creativeASIN=0802407048&linkCode=xm2&tag=drjenthomas-20
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As the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the world, it also induced a significant amount of worry, fear, uncertainty, and stress in the hearts and minds of people. It has also put people who are struggling with depression at a greater risk now more than ever.
To provide some much-needed guidance as we deal with this pressing issue, we have with us again Dr. Jennifer Thomas. Dr. Jen is a TEDx speaker, leadership consultant, bestselling author, and psychologist with a doctorate in clinical psychology.
Listen in as Dr. Jen gives us an insight into what depression really is, the connection between depression and anxiety, and what the ideal approach to depression should be. If you or a loved one is suffering from depression, you’ll surely find today’s episode of tremendous value so don’t miss it!
Key Takeaways
03:33 Why depression is the world’s largest health problem
04:44 What depression really is
06:19 The connection between depression and anxiety
07:27 What she has observed in her practice when it comes to depression
09:21 What major depressive disorder is
10:24 The impact of depression on pastors
12:34 What she thinks the ideal approach should be when it comes to depression
14:10 What the rule is when it comes to depression
Quotes
“What we know is that happiness is not directly related to socio-economic status or availability of resources.”
“Just as diabetes runs in families, then depression may also run in your family.”
“Whereas with anxiety, it’s hard to live with but it doesn’t often take people’s lives.”
“All this loss of security and stability that we typically have here in the industrialised world, then I do see depression as a result of the rug being pulled out from under us, I really do.”
“We’re gonna let people know that you don’t have to suffer through this alone even in the midst of a shutdown. There are resources out there to help.’
“The work of the counselor or psychologist is to help them recognize these automatic thoughts and to try to have a more positive outlook and to increase their ways of coping so when the next cycle comes, they might be able to continue to function.”
Helpful resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
1-800-273-8255
Personal and professional coaching sessions with Dr. Jennifer Thomas are available by telephone. For details, send an email with “Coaching” in the subject line to booking@drjenniferthomas.com.
Buy the book “When sorry isn’t enough” by Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Jennifer Thomas :
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802407048?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creativeASIN=0802407048&linkCode=xm2&tag=drjenthomas-20
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In this episode we continue the conversation with Dr. Richard Bartlett, a physician from Odessa, TX who is fighting the battle with COVID-19 on the frontlines
Dr. Bartlett is using the “common sense medicine” approach to successfully treat his patients with COVID-19. His approach came to him in a dream from God, has produced great results in his patients and is similar to the approach used in South Korea, Singapore, Iceland and Sweden – the countries that seem to have a great success in handling the pandemic.
In this episode he talks with the host Helen Todd about the importance of placing the decision on the type of treatment necessary for the patients in the office of a physician rather than a politician., discusses potential problems with relying on a development of a vaccine as the only solution to conquering the pandemic, shares the examples of at-risk patients dully recovering when there is no limitations to testing and treatment, and shares his thoughts on how to move forward without fear.
Dr. Bartlett, MD has practiced medicine for 26 years, served as medical Director of public and private ambulance services, hospitals, and emergency rooms. He is the recipient of the Meritorious Service Award from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. In the 2002 he was appointed by the Governor of Texas for a two-year assignment on Texas Health Disparities Task force as the advisor to the Governor, Lt. Governor, and the Speaker of the House on improving access to quality healthcare for all Texans. He has been CBS News Medical Expert of West Texas for 20 years.
Key Takeaways
2:00 A success story of an at-risk patient treated early by Dr Bartlett
4:41 One of the CDC guidelines that still endangers us
6:15 How Dr Bartlett’s method changed the guidelines in a local Health Department
7:10 Summary of the treatment plan that was revealed to him by God
9:44 Concerns about political interference the COVID-19 treatment
11:50 The problems with the potential vaccine
15:24 What changes should be made to testing guidelines on a state level
17:40 Limited testing if often a hospital’s choice
23:40 The issue of patients’ advocacy and other limitations of personal freedom
25:36 How do we move forward without fear?
27:19 The power of common-sense medicine
28:19 A Biblical word of encouragement
30:08 Is there a benefit to antibody testing?
32:50 Can COVID-19 be eradicated?
Helpful resources
Current CDC guidelines for testing and treating COVID-19
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/testing.html
Article from NIH on benefits of Hydroxychloroquine for patients with HIV
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8565026
Hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin as a treatment of COVID-19: results of an open-label non-randomized clinical trial
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7102549/
Doctors don’t need virus diagnosis from US politicians
https://asiatimes.com/2020/04/doctors-dont-need-virus-diagnosis-from-us-politicians/
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The world is preparing for a gradual re-opening of the economy, but do we have this pandemic under control? Are we ready to go back to our normal lives without the fear of going through another shut down soon down the road?
Today’s guest Dr Richard Bartlett from Odessa, TX feels that the current approach to COVID-19 pandemic in the US has two major flaws that prevent us from successfully moving forward.
Dr. Bartlett, MD has practiced medicine for 26 years, served as medical Director of public and private ambulance services, hospitals, and emergency rooms. He is the recipient of the Meritorious Service Award from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. In the 2002 he was appointed by the Governor of Texas for a two-year assignment on Texas Health Disparities Task force as the advisor to the Governor, Lt. Governor, and the Speaker of the House on improving access to quality healthcare for all Texans. He has been CBS News Medical Expert of West Texas for 20 years.
In this episode he talks with the host Helen Todd about what is the key difference between COVID 19 and all the other viruses known in history, why the current approach to tackling the pandemic can’t produce results, what are the major obstacles to his successful treatment of the patients and shares the example of a patient who has suffered as a result of the flawed approach.
Key Takeaways
02:58 Why this health crisis is unlike any others he has experienced in his lifetime
04:24 What makes COVID-19 so unique from any other virus in history
09:23 Why he believes the current CDC criteria for testing is flawed
11:42 Example of how the flawed criteria for testing produces dangerous results
15:08 What specifically makes COVID-19 deadly
16:33 What is the right approach to testing
19:40 What are the main obstacles he faces in treating patients with COVID-19
21:40 The obstacles his patients face in getting tested
22:00 The obstacles he faces in providing treatment for patients
26:00 Story of a patient who was refused testing which led to her being on a ventilator in the hospital
Current CDC guidelines for testing and treating COVID-19
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/testing.html
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Today’s episode is the second installment of our conversation with Dr. Jennifer Thomas, TEDx speaker, leadership consultant, bestselling author, and psychologist with a doctorate in clinical psychology.
In this episode, Dr. Jen shared how to craft an apology that restores broken relationships, when to best use the 5 apology languages, and what to do if you’ve apologized and the other person is still upset.
If you’d like to know how to create an apology that brings emotional healing and mends broken relationships, don’t miss this episode!
Key Takeaways
02:33 Which is better: “I’m sorry” or “I was wrong”
03:44 How one is different from the other
04:46 Basis for research
05:14 Main apology languages
06:51 The importance of knowing other people’s apology language
08:05 When to best use the 5 apology languages
09:08 What to do if you’ve apologized but the other party is still upset
11:52 What the ideal apology should be from a leader or authority figure
13:17 An example of a perfect apology
16:04 Practical applications of the apology languages
17:02 The main take away
Quotes
“I think of ‘I’m sorry’ as focusing on the heart and feelings and I think of ‘I was wrong’ as focusing on the head in terms of more black and white.”
“If you don’t know their apology language or if it’s a group of people, so you wanna use all five.”
“If two things are true: if the mistake you made is either very serious or if it’s a habit, it’s been repeated, then most likely that person is gonna wanna hear something more than your reflexive ‘I’m sorry,’ or whatever you usually say.
“It’s very important that we not demand forgiveness on the spot.”
Link
When Sorry Isn’t Enough: Making Things Right with Those You Love by Gary Chapman and Jennifer Thomas – https://www.amazon.com/When-Sorry-Isnt-Enough-Making/dp/0802407048
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Regardless of how careful we are, we sometimes say and do things that can hurt others, even those who are most dear to us. What many people don’t realize however is, even if we say sorry, it is often not enough. Fortunately, if we know the right things to say, we will not only restore our relationships, we’ll also heal emotionally.
Today’s guest is Dr. Jennifer Thomas, a psychologist with a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Maryland. Dr. Jen is also a leadership consultant, TEDx speaker, and a bestselling author. Together with Dr. Gary Chapman, they wrote the book “When Sorry Isn’t Enough.”
Join us as we talk about apology—why it’s important, how it can impact your spiritual health, and the impact it has on the person doing it. You’ll surely see apologizing from a totally different light after this!
Key Takeaways
03:49 Why apology is so essential to society and to people personally
04:37 How the roadblock can be traumatic for the other person when you don’t apologize
05:21 How being able to apologize can heal you emotionally
06:33 How apologizing can impact the person doing it
07:46 The importance of apology to your spiritual health
09:16 Why saying sorry is not enough
10:03 The magic words people look for in an apology
13:32 What most people want to hear
Quotes
“What we want to encourage people to do is to stop and think about what the other person might really be waiting for us to say or do.”
“When we ask someone to forgive us, we’re actually asking for quite a lot.”
“We’re supposed to be thinking about where we’ve hurt others.”
“The important thing is not to leave out what the person most wants to hear.”
“Sincerity is the key thing.
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This episode continues our conversation with Rabbi Kirt Schneider, a Christian Jewish believer, author, and the host of the popular television program “Discovering the Jewish Jesus.”
In this episode, Rabbi Kirt shared 2 more practical steps that can help us take our personal faith to the next level. He also shares profound wisdom and advice on how to deal with fear in mind and soul especially during these trying times.
If you need something bright and encouraging to hold on to and would like some guidance on how to address fear in your heart and mind, this episode is for you!
Key Takeaways
03:02 Practical step to spiritual growth number 2
05:54 Practical step to spiritual growth number 3
07:46 Rabbi Kirt Schneider’s advice to people who are struggling with fear
09:35 Practical ways to deal with fear
Quotes
“God is already here, right where you’re at right now, right where I’m at right now.”
“To walk in the peace of God, we have to root ourselves in that reality.”
“Whether we feel him or not, we have to affirm the truth that God is here.”
“It’s possible to have peace in our soul and yet still be battling in our minds but what comes first is peace in the soul.”
“The word of God is our standard.”
“Probably close to a hundred percent of the things that you and I are worried about has never happened.”
Learn more about Rabbi Kirt Schneider and check out his newest book here:
https://discoveringthejewishjesus.com/
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In light of the current COVID-19 epidemic and the infestation of desert locusts in Africa, many Christians find themselves asking what the mission of the church is during these challenging times. How can people offer hope, truth, and love during times of adversity? To help us bring out that hidden potential in each of us, we talked to Rabbi Kirt Schneider.
Rabbi Kirt Schneider is a Christian Jewish believer and the host of the popular television program “Discovering the Jewish Jesus.” He has also authored several books including “Experiencing the Supernatural: How to Saturate You Life with the Power and Presence of God” and “Self-Deliverance: How to Gain Victory Over the Powers of Darkness.”
Join us in today’s episode and discover how you can unleash the power within you and use it for God’s glory!
Key Takeaways
05:04 What is the greater purpose for the church and every Christian especially in today’s challenging times?
07:20 The relevant way to peach the Gospel
11:04 What does it take for a Christian to walk at a higher level
14:39 Helen’s takeaway from the episode
Quotes
“The gospel needs to be preached but it needs to be preached in a way that is relevant and makes Jesus real to people.”
“I think the relevant way demands discernment.”
“The Gospel principles are never changed.”
“God is looking for somebody to love Him back.”
“A love for Jesus is not a feeling. It’s a decision.”
Learn more about Rabbi Kirt Schneider and check out his newest book here:
https://discoveringthejewishjesus.com/
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In this episode, we continue the conversation with Danny Skaggs, Founder of Pharmacy Unlimited and author of the book “Prescription for Breakthrough”. We dig into the subject of prosperity, wealth, finances, tithing, and many others. Danny also shares about a miracle he experienced when he trusted God’s promise to provide for him and his needs.
We discuss what is true prosperity, who should prosper , is tithing a principle for today and how your current need just might be an opportunity for you to prosper.
Key Takeaways
01:52 Is it okay for people to prosper?
03:41 Prosperity defined
04:21 Who should prosper?
06:14 How much is too much when it comes to wealth ?
08:17 The miracle of giving
12:35 The view on tithe/tithing
14:08 Where tithes should go ?
Quotes
“Being fruitful is I think a paradigm of heaven and I think that’s how God created us and that’s what He expects.”
“When baptized in Holy Spirit, we have the power of God in us for multiplication and for being fruitful for success.”
“When money becomes our God, that is the root of all evil.”
“Any believer that has confidence in God’s word and what God intends for us, I think any believer will prosper.”
“If we’re following God’s word, if we’re seeking Him and His righteousness first, He’s gonna provide our needs.”
“The more we praise, the more we bless, the more we spoke his promises over our circumstance, the more they change and the more provision that was there.”
“Money, things, are just tools but the true wealth is in our spirit, in our soul.”
“It was an opportunity to give with a guaranteed return.”
“The measure that you use is what will come back to you.”
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Even if you are a person of faith, dealing with setbacks and overcoming obstacles can become overwhelming at times. It is reassuring to know however that God is more powerful than any circumstances and will provide all the help you need if you just ask Him. This is something today’s guest can also attest to.
Danny Skaggs is the founder of Pharmacy Unlimited. He is also the author of the fascinating book “Prescription for Breakthrough: Applying Transformative Faith Principles to Your Biggest Challenges.” In the book, Danny chronicled the business challenges he encountered and how he successfully weathered them all through God’s help.
Tune in and be amazed by Danny’s extraordinary faith in God and discover how you too can apply his winning principles in your own life!
Key Takeaways
02:13 What inspired him to write the book and the people he wrote the book for
03:58 What “pivotal advantage” means
06:10 What he has learned from the trials he experienced
07:20 What he ended up doing unwittingly in his business
08:09 What he realized about the spiritual and the physical world
10:13 How he dealt with the “waiting period”
13:48 The fine line between waiting on God and not dealing with the problem
15:00 Three key ingredients to a breakthrough
17:15 Where to purchase “Prescription for Breakthrough”
17:45 Helen’s key takeaways
Quotes
“It was by the hand of God that we were able to stay in business.”
“Do things God’s way and you’ll be taken care of, you’ll be provided for.”
“We thought we needed money or gold and actually what we needed was wisdom and blessing of the Lord.”
“When we couldn’t get the money, then we turned to heaven for an answer and we began speaking God’s promises into our business. And as we did, the business turned around. Our needs for cash or money were met and we gradually became more and more prosperous.”
“We did everything that we could humanly do to help the business and we allowed Him to provide the backup strength, the backup provision, the backup blessing that we couldn’t provide.”
“We routinely asked for His help.”
“One of the things Jesus said was, ‘If you need something, keep asking. Don’t give up. Keep asking.’”
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In the previous episode, we learned about the story of 3 people whose lives were predetermined by God to cross 50 years prior. We also learned about Billy Krieger’s encounter with Mr. Tong which eventually culminated in a touching moment of destiny.
In today’s episode, we talked to another “unwilling” participant that day who responded to God’s call with unconditional obedience. Laurie Ball-Gisch is an artist and sheep farmer from Michigan. Just like Billy, she too had an amazing encounter with Mr. Tong that fateful day.
Listen in as she recounted a beautiful story of salvation and healing, all because she obeyed God’s call unconditionally!
Key Takeaways
03:30 Her thoughts about the war in Vietnam
04:22 The part of the book that made a huge impact on her
06:48 How she felt about the people of Cambodia after reading the book
08:19 How her interaction with the lieutenant went
10:15 How the lieutenant accepted Jesus in his life
Quotes
“When we talk in the spirit and we’re talking to Him, He knows our hearts so well.”
“He was really weaving the tapestry of all of us that day .”
“I went over to Thailand to see a manifestation of salvation and healing at once, together.”
“We’re blessed when we get to bless others through the Holy Spirit.”
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While “living a life of destiny” has become somewhat of a cliche among Christians, not many know what it really means.
In the next 2 episodes we look at a story of 3 individuals whose lives were predestined to cross. How did each one of them responded to this call of destiny and what was the end result of the encounter is a powerful illustration of how a life of destiny differs from a life of fate.
In today’s episode, we interviewed Billy Krieger, a retired US Army veteran, who has served in several wars including the Vietnam war and the war in Iraq.
Currently, Billy is pursuing his passion for sharing his Christian faith in different countries. He has also returned to some of the countries he had served as a soldier with a message of love and peace.
In one of his visits, he had an encounter with a former lieutenant from the Hmong minority tribe. Listen in as Billy recounts his life as a soldier before and after he became a Christian and how his encounter with Mr. Tong culminated in a beautiful moment of destiny!
Key Takeaways
- What his experience was like when he first went to Vietnam
- What prompted him to commit his life to God
- The difference between serving in Vietnam and not having his life committed to Christ versus serving in other war zones as a Christian
- How he felt about his “enemies” after he became a Christian
- What made him realize it was the best time to visit Thailand
- What his encounter with Mr. Tong was like
- What his favorite part about being involved in the Great Commission is
Quotes
“I think the Lord was always tugging at my heartstrings.”
“Once you know the Lord, you have a certain compassion for the enemy that you don’t have.”
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Today’s episode is the second part of our conversation with Jason Thacker, the creative director and associate research fellow at the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. Jason is also the author of the book “The Age of AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity.”
Visit Jason’s website to learn more about his work with AI and pre-order his book today. Follow Jason on Twitter @jasonthacker and like his page on Facebook @jthackerERLC.
In this second installment, Jason provided enlightenment and wisdom on some of the interesting and thought-provoking questions related to humanity and artificial intelligence.
If you want to thrive in this AI-empowered world and see it from the Christian perspective, don’t miss today’s episode!
Key Takeaways:
01:35 On human beings and general intelligence
03:03 On the possibility of creating general AI
06:20 The opinions of members of different faiths on the topic of AI
08:44 How AI is being used in mission applications
09:29 How tools can be used to communicate truth
11:07 Benefits of these tools
11:39 His take on having a global framework for the use of AI
11:59 How the world can be safe when using AI
12:58 What he wants to do through his book
14:28 On the discussions and dialogues that should be done regarding AI
16:42 The most important thing Christians needs to know and what they can do to make a difference when it comes to AI
18:39 One of the primary reasons he wrote his book “The Age of AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity”
19:23 How people can purchase his book
Quotes:
“A lot of times when we think about artificial intelligence, we do think about it from this more materialistic type of sense.”
“You’re a human being not because of what you can do, not because you can think, not because you have these abilities, whether physical or mental abilities. You’re a human being and the essence of that is the image of God.”
“You cannot lose the image of God. You are created in God’s image and that’s a designation, something that God has given you and you can’t redefine that.”
“While we’re the crowning point of creation, we’re not God in ourselves.”
“We can also use these tools to communicate truth.”
“In no point should these tools become a substitute for authentic Christian community.”
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The idea of artificial intelligence (AI) competing with humans is no longer a far-fetched concept as it was many decades prior. After all, we now have AI who can detect illness far better than human doctors, can create more sophisticated algorithms than human developers, and can even beat world champions at chess.
The superior capabilities of artificial intelligence in various fields have scientists, the tech community, and the general public concerned. For Christians, the ethical challenges of our ongoing interactions with artificial intelligence has become a point of concern.
To help us navigate this AI-empowered age, we talked to Jason Thacker. Jason is the creative director and an associate research fellow at the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. He is also the author of the book “The Age of AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity.”
In this episode, Jason answered many of our pressing concerns regarding artificial intelligence. More importantly, he provided valuable wisdom and insights so we can tackle this brand new world from the position of confidence and hope.
Visit Jason’s website to learn more about his work with AI and pre-order his book today. Follow Jason on Twitter @jasonthacker and like his page on Facebook @jthackerERLC.
In this episode:
03:21 When his book is coming out
03:24 What prompted him to write the book “The Age of AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity”
05:37 Specific incident/event that caused him to look deeper into AI
08:23 Aspects of AI people should be concerned about from the prospective of faith
11:37 The difference between narrow and general AI
13:46 Big existential question related to AI
Quotes:
“As we’re engaging with these tools every day, there’s a lot of big questions that arise from it.”
“I think this is a great time for the church to be proactively engaging and engaging from a position of hope.”
“The world view of materialism is kinda rearing its head again through the sciences and through technology and as Christians, I think that’s really concerning.”
“One of the things that we have to keep in mind especially in this day and age is the difference between what is called narrow AI and what’s called general AI.”
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This episode is the second installment of our interview with Dr. Inge Auerbarcher. Among other things, we’ll discover how her past helped shape the person she is today and where she drew strength from during those trying times.
Dr. Auerbarcher exhibited incredible resilience and heart in the face of trials and adversities. More than anything however, she showed us that while we can’t change the past, we can always choose how to respond to it—an option that makes us truly powerful!
Key Takeaways
01:28 How she felt when she was inflicted with an infectious disease
04:30 Where she drew strength from during those trying and discouraging times
07:26 How her past helped shape who she is today
08:33 Advice she’d give to someone who struggles with the pain of the past
Quotes
“I was determined. I am going to make it! I will! And I will be one of the best students in the school.”
“I have to take advantage of the life that was given to me.”
“I never lost faith in God, ever.”
“I felt I had the obligation to make something of myself since one and a half million children did not get that opportunity.”
“I think each person has to deal with their own life.”
“I am not the person who says ‘Woe is me’.”
“I feel God has a plan and things somehow work out for the best.”
“Nobody can make you happy. You have to make yourself happy.”
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Why does God allow terrible things to happen to people? This is a question even those who are committed to God find hard to answer. Fortunately, in today’s episode we’ll not only hear a story of evil and suffering but also of survival and triumph.
Dr. Inge Auerbarcher is an American chemist of German origin, an inspirational speaker, and a prolific author. She is also a human rights activist and a Holocaust survivor. At 7 years old, she was deported to the Theresienstadt ghetto in Czechoslovakia together with her parents. She was also forced to wear a yellow star that identified her as a Jew.
In this episode, we’ll not only learn about Dr. Auerbarcher’s brave and inspirational journey, we’ll also discover how she turned her yellow star of shame into a real star.
In this Episode:
06:07 Who is Inge Auerbarcher
07:05 How she felt about the people who have hurt her, her loved ones, and her people
09:02 On whether or not she has encountered people who were former Nazis during her travels
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An interview with an Iraqi refugee whose life turned into a crisis because he became a Christian. How he made the most difficult choice in his life, the greatest challenge of being a refugee, his opinion on the refugee policy and a new chapter in his family’s life.
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Becoming a Christian will cost you nothing. Being a Christian however comes with a high price. And interview with an Iraqi refugee whose life turned into a crisis because he became a Christian.
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Podcast about the impact of faith and Christian identity in today’s world. Practical, inspiring and thought-provoking content for a Christian who wants to make a difference.
Host: Helen Todd grew up in the Soviet Union under the rule of God-less socialism. She was set free by a Gospel tract smuggled into her country by missionaries. As the Vice President of World Missions Alliance, Helen has traveled to the world’s “hot spots”, war zones, natural disaster sites and countries under oppressive regimes to share the life-changing message of the Gospel.
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