Najlepsze podcasty z kategorii: Living A Whole Christian Life (2024)

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52: Take, Bless, Break, Give — Final Episode 31:32

1y ago31:32

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In the final episode of Living a Whole Christian Life, we begin with a story never told framed on a sacred, snowy landscape near my home. The podcast then comes back to the core principles by which the treatise of living a whole Christian life began, and then describes just how recent scientific insights about living a meaningful life sound a lot l…

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51: How Jesus Provides for Us What God Cannot 20:06

1y ago20:06

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This penultimate episode begins where we left off last time, with a consideration of what Jesus can provide beyond our search for happiness and virtue in this world. Further consideration of just what Jesus's humanness means in pragmatic terms is discussed, and how this relates to the entire focus of the podcast. The podcast ends with a considerati…

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50: Just What Happiness Are We Seeking? 17:38

1y ago17:38

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The episode begins with what it means to pursue happiness in our world. Three routes from psychological research are proposed as it relates to our daily lives. From there, the podcast connects with another universal pursuit, which is the striving towards virtue. Regardless of culture or creed, six universal virtues exist, with them 24 character str…

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49: Why Oh Why? 19:43

1y ago19:43

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One of the most common questions we as human beings ask is the "why" question. Why did this happen? Why must it be this way? This podcast takes a deeper look at the spiritual and psychological realities of this question, and just how it pertains to our ability to be resilient in this challenging world. Science has discovered that three general grou…

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48: Feeling As God Intends 18:01

1y ago18:01

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This episode wraps up the focus on the psychological dimension with a closer look at the reality and opportunity of feelings in our lives. Specific focus is placed on 3 key processes for making sure that emotional reasoning does not prevent us from utilizing our emotions in a godly way. The link between the pursuit of love and our emotional state i…

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47: What Our Emotions Are Trying to Tell Us 19:33

1y ago19:33

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Episode #47 continues the focus on the psychological dimension with a closer look at the world of feelings and emotions. The podcast describes the difference between lower-order vs. higher-order emotions and what science has to say about both. The podcast continues with laying out both intellectual and practical keys to using the different types of…

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46: Jesus and His Distress 18:20

1+ y ago18:20

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As the podcast continues the focus on the psychological dimension, two key questions are posed. One, is life meaningful to many or just a few? Two, why are so few people flourishing as it would seem God intends? The podcast looks in greater depth at these questions, and how this relates to our lives and the life of JesusLearn more at https://james-…

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45: Turning Distress into Joy - Part 2 19:57

1+ y ago19:57

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The episode continues the focus on the keys to turning distress into joy as God designs. Discussion ensues about parts 3-5, with two inspirational stories setting the stage for these mechanisms, or movements, in our lives. Practical keys are shared for each mechanism in order to maximize effectiveness on a daily basis, and a final conclusion is off…

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44: Turning Distress into Joy - Part 1 19:32

1+ y ago19:32

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As we continue our focus on the psychological dimension, we begin a series on the 5 keys for turning distress into joy. This episode focuses on the first 2 keys, which although long since honored by our Christian faith, have often lacked clear techniques and ideas to increase effectiveness. In going deeper into the science and stories behind these …

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43: The Psychological Nature of Our Relationship with God 16:40

1+ y ago16:40

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This podcast begins where we left off last week, in talking about the 3 C's as it pertains to mental health. The episode continues with a review of previous areas that can impact these 3 C's, but then dives into a couple of famous quotes regarding restlessness that suggest there is even more to providing for good mental health beyond what has been …

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42: The Psychological Dimension 18:56

1+ y ago18:56

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We begin this series on the psychological dimension with a unique story about the CCC in my life. This story links us to the 3 C factors that are so critical in understanding God's design as it pertains to the psychological experience of our lives. The episode continues with an understanding of how any psychological condition relates to these 3 C's…

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41: Striving for the Ideal - In Others 18:39

1+ y ago18:39

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As the podcast continues the emphasis on the social dimension, this episode focuses on the role of the self in our relationships. The podcast hones in on key patterns related to how significant others either support or don't support each other. Reasons why this occurs are explored more fully, and the podcast dives deeper into the fears often associ…

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40: Speaking of ...God's Initiative 17:50

1+ y ago17:50

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The episode continues the focus on communication within the social dimension with 4 timeless keys to effective, empathetic communication according to God's design. The discussion continues with 3 reasons why using this type of communication creates an abundance of trust and goodwill from one to another. The podcast ends with what really should be o…

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39: The Almighty Word 19:37

1+ y ago19:37

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The podcast begins with a description of what CD and EE are as it relates to patterns of communication, and how these variables can have such a huge impact on the health of individuals and families. The episode continues with a discussion of two key questions that we all should consider when we communicate. Four detrimental patterns of communicatio…

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38: Relating to Others in Godly Ways 19:52

1+ y ago19:52

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The podcast begins with just how Jesus's teachings put a premium on relationships, and the triadic link that runs throughout the Bible. It continues with a perspective on how intrapersonal challenges and 3 particular variables can result in both challenges and excuses made for how we treat others. The podcast ends with 4 central themes that underli…

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37: Translating the Golden Rule Into Our Modern World 19:41

1+ y ago19:41

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The episode begins with a simple premise --- in order to truly embrace and model the golden rule for all, we must start with how adults treat other adults. The episode goes on to detail ways in which having great love and intent is not necessarily synonymous with the Golden Rule. The episode then focuses on 8 key ideals pertaining to a Partner Bill…

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36: What Science Has to Say about the Golden Rule 18:44

1+ y ago18:44

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The podcast begins with one of the most important studies of all-time, which has provided a previously unfathomable perspective on the Golden Rule. The episode continues with further insight about what occurs when the Golden Rule is both honored, and when it is not. The podcast ends with our obligations and opportunities when it comes to this timel…

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35: The Social Dimension 18:42

1+ y ago18:42

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This episode begins our entrance into the social dimension of living a whole Christian life. The podcast starts with some remarkable statistics and realities of the social world that emerge even before a child is born and then gives way to a discussion about how the world of autism spectrum informs us about this particular dimension. The episode en…

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34: Practical Ideas in Honoring God's Gift of Sleep 19:15

1+ y ago19:15

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The final podcast on the physical dimensions of living a whole Christian life takes a more in-depth look at practical, research-supported ways of preserving and enhancing the gift of sleep. Ideas are provided for both adults and youth of ways that we can not not only improve short and long-term outcomes but also provide a model for generations to c…

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33: There's More To Sleep Than Shuts the Eye 18:21

1+ y ago18:21

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The podcast begins the third and final series of the physical dimensions of our lives by focusing on the topic of sleep. A series of startling statistics and realities about sleep and how it relates to our mind and body are shared, followed by the reality of the state of sleep in our world today. The podcast continues with a commentary about what w…

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32: A Meal Plan for Eternity 19:12

1+ y ago19:12

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We begin this final part of the series on food as it relates to living a whole Christian life with an overarching theme that is necessary for all of us to eat according to God's design. From there, the podcast focuses on five practical ideas and five key thoughts that form the framework of food. Personal examples and reflections are shared for each…

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31: Turning Our Diet into a Divine Gift 18:37

1+ y ago18:37

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The episode begins with an early recollection of the role that food played in my life and what I later learned about this. As the podcast continues, it provides examples of how eating according to God's design unlocks all sorts of realities that each of us desires. The podcast ends by describing how what we eat can be a true gift to others in ways …

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30: We Are What We Eat 19:17

1+ y ago19:17

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The episode begins with a reflection on the evolution of the restaurant and grocery business over the past four decades. Discussion follows about how the design of our body intersects with food and how trends in health overlay with perceptions of diet in our Christian churches. The podcast ends with four fundamental tenets of our Christian faith re…

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29: Moving Through Obstacles in Pursuit of God 19:27

1+ y ago19:27

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As we close out the series on movement as it pertains to the physical room in our Christian home, the episode begins with the sacred trek through the mountains at Great Basin National Park. The podcast then looks at how 8 key obstacles often prevent us from harnessing all that movement is ordained to be in our lives. The episode ends with a reflect…

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28: The Divine Design of Movement 19:49

1+ y ago19:49

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Since the beginning of time, we have always been a people of movement. Episode #28 looks much closer at why movement is so critical for our physical, psychological, social, and spiritual well-being. It also examines just how movement is a secret to increasing the awe that we feel, and is one key to preserving and enhancing what Christianity holds m…

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27: There's More to Exercise Than Calories Burned 19:03

1+ y ago19:03

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Episode 27 enters into the discussion about how movement and activity are central to living a whole Christian life. I begin this series with my own personal story about how my perspective on movement changed dramatically as I have grown older, and how 4 key gains beyond the obvious benefits have transformed my life. The episode ends with a reflecti…

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26: The Physical Dimension 19:32

1+ y ago19:32

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We begin the 2nd half of our podcast with a question. "Just what Is healthy according to God's design?" The podcast continues with a discussion about how honoring our physical dimension according to God's design provides for opportunities to create a shared covenant in enhancing our ability to follow His call and also to show gratitude for the gift…

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25: Foundation, Framework, and the Rooms of Our Home 16:16

1+ y ago16:16

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Episode 25 wraps up the discussion of the framework of living a whole Christian Life. Six key elements are reviewed and integrated with 2 key foundational areas as we enter into the "rooms" of this Christian home. The podcast ends with an introduction to the physical dimension, and a shift in perspective needed to truly go in search of God in his d…

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24: Only In Silence 16:24

1+ y ago16:24

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As we close out the series on silence, this podcast first discusses the 4 "elephants making noise in the room" that are the biggest deterrents to cultivating silence in our lives. Real-world examples of these "elephants" give way to the reality of the penetrating questions that silence often asks of us. In the end, the podcast comes back to the wor…

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23: Building the Beauty of Silence 15:48

1+ y ago15:48

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Episode 23 picks up the topic of silence by considering the different ways that we can build this into our daily lives. The podcast delves into seven simple, accessible keys for cultivating regular habits of silence as we all need. The podcast ends with a discussion about the most central purpose of silence itself and how it opens up a new horizon …

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22: Into the Great Silence 15:21

1+ y ago15:21

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Episode 22 begins with a grand adventure shrouded in silence. The podcast goes on to talk about a few of the many benefits of silence as part of our everyday life but then discusses some of the challenges and tales of today that make regular silence so tricky. The episode ends with the promise that comes with being quiet with our Lord, no matter ho…

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21: A Whole, Christian Vision of Technology 18:13

1+ y ago18:13

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Description: As we come to the last episode of the series on technology, the question is posed, "Just what is the whole, Christian vision of technology?" The episode focuses on three key principles that provide a framework for this vision and key questions that should be asked as part of this. The podcast ends with a comical yet telling TV commenta…

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20: Just What Do I Want From Technology? 16:28

2y ago16:28

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Episode 20 begins with a continued discussion of the role technology plays in our lives. Taking a historical view, the podcast examines the potential role that technology has played in a number of trends over the past decades. Even more than serious transgressions related to its use, the podcast focuses on the insidious role of distractions inheren…

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19: The Tech Dilemma 18:29

2y ago18:29

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This episode begins a new framework series on how we approach technology in our lives. Key considerations are interspersed with a discussion of my personal history, and current situation, with technology, and the reasons behind the choices I am making. The goal is to begin the conversation about how technology can enhance, not detract, from the pur…

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18: The Sacred World of Challenge 16:21

2y ago16:21

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This episode begins with the unrivaled story of the first 8,000-meter peak ever climbed. Like all incredible stories, there are 3 typical reactions that most of us have, but it is argued that a 4th response provides for the best opportunities when it comes to the world of challenge. The podcast closes with just what the message of Jesus has to say …

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17: Is There More to Chore Than Work? 17:31

2y ago17:31

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This podcast continues the series on the inevitables of life -- change, challenge, and chore --- with a focus on work. The episode begins with a story from my youth about my most hated chore, and how decades later, I found myself staring at my ultimate challenge related to this task. In between this, discussion ensues about the paradox of work itse…

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16: Why Is Change So Hard? 16:22

2y ago16:22

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We begin this episode with the challenges of an outcomes-focused perspective on change. We then delve into factors that scare us the most when we think about shifting our habits, and why all change is a leap of faith. We conclude by taking a whole new perspective on where our focus should be in altering what we do, and who we are.For those who want…

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15: Change, Challenge, and Chore 17:19

2y ago17:19

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Our 15th episode of Living a Whole Christian Life begins with what I consider the three inevitables of life. n focusing on one of them, change, I discuss 4 primary reasons why we as human beings often fail to sustain desired changes in our lives. The podcast ends with what I believe is the ultimate key to sustained, effective change, as it relates …

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14: In-letting Out the Spirit Within 16:06

2y ago16:06

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This episode closes out the series on inlets of our soul by discussing what happens when we don't cultivate these in our lives and connecting the ideas of inlets to the connection between body and spirit and soul and divinity. Concluding with a discussion on the way that Jesus himself modeled the use of inlets in his own life.Learn more at https://…

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13: Persisting Through the Challenges to Inlets 19:12

2y ago19:12

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This episode continues the series on inlets, beginning with the full story of the adventure of Isle Royale. Discussion ensues about basic and deeper deterrents to inlets, and some key questions we must ask ourselves if we are to sustain habits of renewal and growth. The podcast closes with what I consider to be one of the greatest gifts we can give…

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12: Inlets of Our Soul 17:19

2y ago17:19

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This episode begins with an epic backpacking adventure of years ago, as a framework for what inlets mean for our lives. Four keys to inlets are discussed as it pertains to identifying just what they are, and also why inlets are so important to cultivate. The episode ends with a discussion about the research related to catharses (versus inlets), and…

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11: Being Proud of Who God Created Us to Be 18:12

2y ago18:12

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This is the final episode of a three-part series on pride. We begin with an early tale from raising our children as it relates to this topic and transition to five keys to overcoming unhealthy pride. In our self-absorption and inflexibility, there are hidden opportunities to see a greater vision of God's glory on this earth.Learn more at https://ja…

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10: The Price of Pridefulness 17:21

2y ago17:21

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This week's episode looks at four key reasons, from a holistic standpoint, why pride is the root of all vices. Beyond the spiritual price, the focus is on the negative physical, social, and psychological outcomes that arise from unhealthy pride. Ending with the promise that comes from recognizing these potential pitfalls and moving forward to free …

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09: Pride or Prideful — Just What Is It? 15:59

2y ago15:59

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Throughout most of our lives, pride has seemed to have a dual meaning — the root of all vices or a natural sense of positivity we feel when we or others accomplish something good. This episode seeks to better understand this dilemma when it comes to pride, and uncover what happens when we give credit where credit is due.Learn more at https://james-…

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08: A Different Approach to Reducing Anxiety 18:31

2y ago18:31

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This episode continues the series on anxiety, and considers just how God's design of our bodies and our world allows us to pursue his perpetual call of "do not be afraid." The podcast offers 7 key strategies that are readily accessible and often free of charge in reducing our unnecessary fears.Learn more at https://james-schroeder.com/…

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07: Just What Are We Most Afraid Of? 18:26

2y ago18:26

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This podcast begins with a story about one of the most famous presidential quotes of all time. Discussion ensues about the role that external and internal threats play in the anxieties of our lives, and provides simple yet powerful considerations about how we can be empowered to see beyond our fear.Learn more at https://james-schroeder.com/…

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06: The Good News About Anxiety 17:06

2y ago17:06

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Episode 6 begins a series on anxiety, as we enter into the core framework of Wholiness. Despite all the negative press that anxiety gets, this podcast focuses on 5 pieces of good news about worry. This is critical to understanding how we handle fear, and God's constant admonition to "do not be afraid."Learn more at https://james-schroeder.com/…

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05: The Rocks of the Foundation 18:18

2y ago18:18

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This episode begins with the three "E's" of parenting, and of life, and how they have everything to do with executing the tasks, roles, and calls of our lives. The podcast goes on to describe the "three robbers" of this "E" foundation, and how they can deprive us of what we desire the most. It enters into the notion of what it means to have a proce…

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04: Conditions and Consequences of Not Being Whole 14:46

2y ago14:46

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Episode 4 starts with a brief review of the four key premises by which wholiness is framed. Much of the podcast focuses on four stories, including one of my own, that acutely demonstrate just how interrelated the dimensions of our being are, and how when left unrecognized, they can cause serious problems in one or more of our being. Everything affe…

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03: Just What Is the Framework For Wholiness? 18:47

2y ago18:47

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This episode lays out the 4 basic premises by which wholiness is conceived. It discusses keys to understanding each framework, and how they intersect with each other. It ends with real-life examples of what happens when we don't honor God's design in the parts of our being, and our being as a whole.Learn more at https://james-schroeder.com/…

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