Podcast T. A. Acker terbaik (2024)

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The Message You Need to Navigate Your Intuition, Healing & Emotions. 16:12

5d ago16:12

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Hey there, beautiful muses! Welcome back to another episode. This week's show is short and sweet, but it's packed with love and purpose, just for you. I’m sharing something that’s been heavy on my heart, inspired by my own journey. Life can get overwhelming, especially when we start to understand ourselves on a deeper level and expect things to be …

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Ep 087: Covocational Pastoring: What It Is, And Why You Should Consider It (with Jon Sanders) 46:28

9d ago46:28

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Working a side hustle is no longer the exception for pastors, it’s the norm. Embracing it might answer a lot of your (and your church’s) needs. Karl Vaters talks with Jon Sanders about the rise in covocational pastoring and why it’s something more pastors, especially small-church pastors, should take seriously. Jon is the co-host of the EntrePastor…

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Why You Can’t Change Him: Embracing Authentic Love and Letting Go of Control. 25:44

12d ago25:44

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In this episode of *You First: A Journey to Self*, we’re getting real about one of the biggest relationship traps—trying to change our partners. As women, it’s common to fall for someone’s potential and believe that with time, we can mold them into the ideal partner. But the truth? You cannot change them. And more importantly, you shouldn’t want to…

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Mastering Feminine and Masculine Dynamics with Christina Acker – Part 2 29:44

19d ago29:44

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In this episode of *You First: A Journey to Self*, Christina Acker and I continue our exploration of feminine energy. We dive into how embracing pleasure and understanding our sexual energy can lead to profound self-discovery and healing. Christina shares insights on how societal expectations and early messages shape our relationship with sensualit…

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Ep 086: Vibrant Ministry From A Traditional Building In A Difficult City, with Tim Walker 1:00:13

23d ago1:00:13

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Why would a young church planter choose to do ministry in the poorest neighborhood of a city in crisis? Many churches are fleeing the inner cities. Grand old church buildings with deep histories sit empty. But Tim Walker and Restored Church are facing these realities head-on in Wilkes-Barre PA. Karl Vaters talks with Tim about subjects like: Their …

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Mastering Feminine and Masculine Dynamics with Christina Acker – Part 1 35:10

26d ago35:10

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In this episode of You First: A Journey to Self, we kick off part one of a two-part series with Christina Acker, a feminine reawakening expansion coach. Christina, also known as "The Effortless Feminine" on Instagram, shares her insights on feminine and masculine energies, how they shape our relationships, and what it means to truly hold space for …

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Heal + Create Safety with Love and Money 30:07

1M ago30:07

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Ever feel like you’re constantly chasing the next big thing—whether it's in your business, your love life, or just trying to keep up with what you see on Instagram? You’re not alone. In this episode, I dive deep into how I got caught up in the hustle, trying to force success and validation from all the wrong places. Spoiler alert: it didn’t make me…

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Ep 085: The Necessity of Being Offended by Jesus, with Chase Replogle 45:19

1M ago45:19

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Karl Vaters talks with Chase Replogle about one of the most controversial, but unavoidable topics today—living with offense without being offended. This material comes from his just-released book, A Sharp Compassion: 7 Hard Words to Heal Our Insecurities and Free Us from Offense. Karl and Chase talk about why offense is a necessary part of life, ho…

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Letting Go of Toxic Friendships + Healthy Friendship Breakups 25:43

1M ago25:43

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Hey Muses! This week, we’re diving into the world of female friendships and how they change over time. Join me, Maria Fuentes, as we chat about how some friendships are meant for certain chapters of your life and why it’s okay to let them go when they’re no longer serving you. I’ll share some personal stories from my twenties, where I dealt with on…

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Fall Reset: Let's Talk Consistency, Growth, and Fulfillment 21:59

2M ago21:59

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In this episode of "You First: A Journey to Self," join Maria Fuentes dives into the power of self-care and consistency, especially as we transition into the cozy, reflective season of fall. Discover how small daily habits in mind, body, and spirit can create a strong foundation for sustainable growth and fulfillment. This episode is all about sett…

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Ep 084: How To Do A Great Trunk-or-Treat At Your Church, with Darrell Stetler 47:02

2M ago47:02

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In September and October over 1.2 million people will search online for “Trunk-or-Treat near me.” Here’s how to be one of the churches they find. Karl Vaters talks with Darrell Stetler about practical steps to help churches of any size put on a high-quality, gospel-centered Trunk-or-Treat event. Darrell is a small-church pastor in Oklahoma City and…

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Crafting an Unregrettable Life 13:31

2M ago13:31

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In this deeply reflective episode of You First: A Journey to Self, we dive into the heavy but crucial topic of regret. Join me, Maria Fuentes, as I explore how regret can shape our lives and how we can mindfully shift our actions and thoughts to live an unregrettable life. Drawing from my personal experience of loss, I share intimate reflections on…

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Releasing Control and Surrendering to the Unknown 20:37

2M ago20:37

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In this heartfelt and raw episode of "You First: A Journey to Self," Maria opens up about the challenging emotions she's been facing after the recent loss of her beloved cat, Dusty, who has been her steadfast companion through many life transitions. As she grapples with feelings of loss, guilt, and the desire for control, Maria shares her journey o…

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Ep 083: Flyover Church: Jesus' Ministry in Rural Places, with Brad Roth 45:42

2M ago45:42

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Karl Vaters talks with Brad Roth about the content from his new book, Flyover Church: How Jesus’ Ministry in Rural Places Is Good News Everywhere, for which Karl wrote the foreword. Topics include: How the rural church is different from the city and suburban church, not just in scale, but in type How metrics are very different in the rural church T…

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Respecting Your Energy: How to Show Up 110% Every Day. 29:18

2M ago29:18

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In this episode, Maria reflects on the powerful impact of energy and self-respect. She emphasizes the importance of how we show up in the world, the energy we bring, and how these influence our lives and the people around us. Maria dives into the concept of self-respect, urging listeners to be consistent in their commitments and honest with themsel…

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Navigating Heavy Emotions with Compassion and Curiosity 24:58

3M ago24:58

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Hello, my beautiful muses. This week, I’m inviting you into a more intimate and vulnerable space. Typically, I come to you full of energy and ready to share those big, lightbulb moments, but today, my journey is different—and I want to bring you along with me. In this episode, I’m processing some deep, heavy emotions that surfaced during my menstru…

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Ep 082: Pastoring Difficult People, with Craig T. Owens 55:38

3M ago55:38

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Sometimes pastors are our own worst enemy, so we need to recognize that God chose us for this work. There’s probably not a single pastor (at least not a long-term pastor) who can’t relate to the title of Craig T Owens’ latest book, When Sheep Bite: Help for Shepherd Leaders Who May Have Felt the Painful Bites. In this conversation, Karl Vaters talk…

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Emotional Mastery in Love: Insights from My Journey with TJ and Embracing Women as Emotional Leaders 30:45

3M ago30:45

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Welcome back to another episode of "You First: A journey to self" I’m thrilled to be here with you once again, especially as we dive into today’s topic on emotional mastery in relationships. I have a special guest with me—my fiancé, TJ. We’re going to explore the crucial role of emotions in relationships, how they can make or break them, and share …

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Embracing Self-Doubt: Turning Fear into Fuel for Confidence 23:16

3M ago23:16

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In today’s episode, we explore self-doubt—its origins, manifestations, and how to handle it effectively. Key Takeaways: Understanding Self-Doubt: Often rooted in early experiences and can impact various areas of life. Normalizing Doubt: It’s common and manageable; how you deal with it matters more than the doubt itself. Personal Experience: Maria s…

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You First: Embrace Your Power and Rediscover Yourself with Maria. 21:51

3M ago21:51

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Welcome Back! In this debut episode of the rebranded podcast, Maria Fuentes is thrilled to reconnect with her listeners after a three-month hiatus. If you’re new here, welcome! If you’re returning, thank you for your patience and continued support. What to Expect: Empowerment for Women: This podcast is dedicated to women who are navigating overwhel…

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Ep 081: Should Your Church Consider the Microchurch Model?, with Frank Wooden 49:27

3M ago49:27

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Karl Vaters talks with Frank Wooden about Microchurches. Frank has been a church planter for decades, but is now concentrating on the Microchurch model as a valid, healthy alternative in a changing cultural landscape. Karl and Frank talk about: What Microchurch is Why it’s so appealing right now Some cautions to be aware of Three reasons the Microc…

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Ep 080: Practical Ideas that Work In Small Churches, with Laurie Acker 33:29

4M ago33:29

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Karl Vaters talks with Laurie Acker about the changing face of small church ministry, especially as it relates to recruiting, training, and relying on the volunteers who are so essential in helping small churches survive and thrive in a changing world. Laurie runs SmallChurchMinistry.com, an online ministry that provides resources and support for v…

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Ep 079: Church Collaboration and Killing Consumerism in a Post-Christian Context, with Dan Nichols 49:45

4M ago49:45

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Pastoring in a post-Christian context is different. The more counter-cultural our faith becomes, the more important it is to understand that Christian consumerism is deadly and church cooperation is essential. Karl Vaters talks with Dan Nichols about these subjects, including: Negotiating a cultural shift in a longstanding church Partnering with ot…

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Ep 078: De-sizing the Church (pt 10): First Reactions from Church Leaders 31:35

5M ago31:35

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As we come to the end of our ten-part series based on De-sizing the Church, we’re highlighting portions of conversations Karl Vaters had with five church leaders from various backgrounds about their first reactions to reading the book. Drew Dyck (author and editor) talks about the dangers of Christian celebrity. Peyton Jones (author and church plan…

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Ep 077: De-Sizing The Church (pt 9): The Danger of Idolizing Outcomes, with Mike Rubino 19:38

5M ago19:38

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Karl Vaters talks with Mike Rubino about his First Reaction to the first chapter of De-sizing the Church, The Danger of Idolizing Outcomes. Karl and Mike look at: The difference between a church that is trending or transforming The biggest mistakes churches make regarding metrics Why “idolatry” is not too strong a term for how many churches and pas…

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Ep 076: De-Sizing the Church (pt 8): Are We Too Quick to Replatform Fallen Pastors? with Matt Steen 24:25

5M ago24:25

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A conversation with Matt Steen about the potential dangers of replatforming fallen pastors too quickly. This is the first of three First Reaction episodes in which I talk to people who read advance copies of De-sizing the Church to get their response to some of the issues I raise in it. As the co-founder of Chemistry Staffing, which helps churches …

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Ep 075: De-Sizing the Church (pt 7) How To Use Your God-given Platform Well, with Daniel Darling 29:11

5M ago29:11

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Fame and celebrity have many downsides. But Daniel Darling brings a balanced approach to this subject by reminding us that fame is also what allows a good message to get through the clutter. In this episode, Karl talks with Dan about a Twitter thread Dan wrote expressing appreciation for the fame of Tim Keller. It was Tim Keller's platform and the …

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Ep 074: De-Sizing the Church (pt 6): Reframing Ministry Success to Reach the Misfits and the Marginalized, with Dave Gibbons 38:45

5M ago38:45

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What happens when a pastor sets out, not to minister to people who look like him, but to purposely reach people who look as different from his current congregation as possible? That’s what Dave Gibbons, the founding pastor of Newsong Church in Orange County, CA did. In this episode, Karl Vaters talks with him about the planting of Newsong, the chal…

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Ep 073: De-Sizing the Church (pt 5): Forming a Goodness Culture In the Local Church, with Scot McKnight 39:47

6M ago39:47

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Meritocracy has become embedded in the American church. In this conversation, Karl Vaters talks with Scot McKnight about why this is dangerous, how to notice the warning signs of a toxic church culture, the problems with being or following a narcissistic leader, and more. Scot McKnight is the co-author (with Laura Barringer) of A Church Called Tov:…

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Ep 072: De-Sizing the Church (pt 4): Unintended Consequences of the Church Growth Movement, with Bob Smietana 44:42

6M ago44:42

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Karl Vaters interviews Bob Smietana, a columnist for Religion News Service, and the author of Reorganized Religion: The Reshaping of the American Church and Why it Matters. Bob and Karl discuss some of unintended consequences of the Church Growth Movement from Bob's unique vantage point. They also delve into the dangers of bigness and what we can d…

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Ep 071: De-Sizing the Church (pt 3): What Eugene Peterson Is Still Teaching Us About Pastoral Ministry, with Winn Collier 38:07

6M ago38:07

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If small church pastors have a modern patron saint, Eugene Peterson might be it. In this episode, Karl Vaters talks with Peterson’s biographer, Winn Collier about the places where Winn’s book, A Burning in My Bones: The Authorized Biography of Eugene H. Peterson, Translator of The Message, overlaps with Karl's book, De-sizing the Church. They talk …

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Slow Down: Healing Has No Finish Line 16:36

6M ago16:36

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Have you ever compared your healing journey to others? Felt overwhelmed by how much healing you think you need? Judged yourself for struggling? In this episode, I'm here to help you let go of timelines and embrace your unique journey. It's short and sweet, perfect for replaying whenever you need it. This podcast is going through an evolution so sta…

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Ep 070: De-Sizing the Church (pt 2): Why Christian Celebrity Culture Guarantees Moral Failure, with Katelyn Beaty 40:53

6M ago40:53

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One of the biggest dangers of our obsession with church size is the rise of the Christian celebrity culture. Katelyn Beaty is the author of Celebrities for Jesus: How Personas, Platforms, and Profits Are Hurting the Church. Katelyn defines celebrity as “social power without proximity.” In this conversation, Karl Vaters talks with Katelyn about what…

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Unconditional Self-Love: Matching Your Love for Others 25:53

6M ago25:53

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Welcome, everyone! In this week's episode, we're diving into the concept of loving yourself as unconditionally as you love others. Join us as we explore the journey of embracing every facet of who you are, including the parts you may not be proud of. We'll uncover subtle ways you might be subconsciously hindering your self-love and offer guidance t…

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Ep 069: De-Sizing the Church (pt 1): How Church Growth Became a Science, Then an Obsession, and What's Next, with Karl Vaters 36:30

7M ago36:30

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We have an unhealthy relationship with bigness in the church. Especially in the American church. And it’s killing us. The rate of church closures, departing members, and pastoral burnout is growing exponentially. This is the first episode of a series of podcasts based on Karl Vaters’ new book, De-Sizing the Church: How Church Growth Became a Scienc…

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Healing The Mother Wound + Self Love Above All w/ Sana Akhand 32:33

7M ago32:33

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Hello everyone, in this week's episode, I had the privilege of hosting the wonderful Sana Akhand as our special guest. Sana is dedicated to assisting women in unlocking their full potential through various methods such as self-discovery, somatics, shadow work, and integration. Both of us have experienced significant pain and trauma related to our m…

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Womenhood: The Duality of Being Strong, Soft and Feminine. 20:21

7M ago20:21

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In a world that often places women in narrowly defined boxes, the journey of embracing womanhood becomes a delicate balance of strength, softness, and embracing one's feminine essence. Join us on this empowering podcast as we dive into the multifaceted nature of being a woman. From societal expectations to personal experiences, we explore the compl…

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Ep 068: The Small Church Worship Advantage, with Teresa Stewart 49:25

7M ago49:25

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Have you ever felt like your church is “less than” because you don’t have a worship experience with the talented musicians you’ve seen in larger churches? According to Teresa Stewart, not only is that not needed for an excellent worship experience, but the small church actually has advantages that are not always available to our big-church friends.…

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Navigating the Waves of Difficult Emotions in Life with Emotional Awareness. 16:44

7M ago16:44

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In this episode, join us on a journey of self-discovery and emotional resilience as we explore the art of navigating the challenging waves of emotions in life through the lens of emotional awareness. Life often presents us with tumultuous seas, filled with a spectrum of feelings that can be overwhelming to navigate. Discover how cultivating emotion…

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Embrace Your Worth: Cultivating Self-Validation Over External Validation. 27:02

7M ago27:02

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Join us in this week's episode as we dive into the roots of our craving for external validation, tracing it back to our early childhood experiences. There comes a point in time when the external validation we once received dwindles, leaving us unsure of how to fill that void for ourselves. In this enlightening episode, I guide you through bridging …

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Ep 067: Beyond Burnout: Growing a Healthy Soul, with Ian Borkent 32:08

8M ago32:08

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Ian Borkent is a pastor in the Netherlands who walked through a season of ministry burnout and now helps pastors address this issue in their own lives through the ministry of Grow a Healthy Soul. In this episode we’ll talk about the causes of pastoral burnout, how to avoid it, and how to recruit church members to the task of helping pastors by empl…

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The Unapologetic Uplevel- Protecting your Energy and Removing what doesn't belong! 25:30

8M ago25:30

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Hi guys! In this week's episode, I share my unapologetic journey of personal growth, aiming to empower you to embrace your strength without any apologies or guilt. It's about being discerning with the people you invite into your energy and who gets access to your life! It's also about gaining crystal-clear clarity on the life you envision for yours…

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Love series Part 4: Feeling truly worthy of the love you desire! 15:09

8M ago15:09

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Hi guys! In this week's podcast episode, we're diving into the first installment of a four-part series exploring love-related topics for the month of February. As we embrace the spirit of love, let's embark on a journey of depth and vulnerability to manifest the love we crave. Throughout these four episodes, I'll guide you through gaining clarity, …

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Ep 066: Brain Science, Christian Connection, and Character Development, with Michel Hendricks 47:54

8M ago47:54

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Our brains are the most important, but least understood part of our body. In this episode, Karl Vaters interviews Michel Hendricks about the fascinating place where faith and brain science intersect. Michel is the co-author (with Jim Wilder) of The Other Half of Church: Christian Community, Brain Science, and Overcoming Spiritual Stagnation, which …

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Love Series Part 3: Communicating your Needs, Desires & Triggers 22:39

8M ago22:39

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Hi guys! In this week's podcast episode, we're diving into the first installment of a four-part series exploring love-related topics for the month of February. As we embrace the spirit of love, let's embark on a journey of depth and vulnerability to manifest the love we crave. Throughout these four episodes, I'll guide you through gaining clarity, …

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Love series Part 2: Attachment Styles in love 17:41

8M ago17:41

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Hi guys! In this week's podcast episode, we're diving into the first installment of a four-part series exploring love-related topics for the month of February. As we embrace the spirit of love, let's embark on a journey of depth and vulnerability to manifest the love we crave. Throughout these four episodes, I'll guide you through gaining clarity, …

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Ep 065: Helping Small Churches Thrive (A special message from Karl Vaters) 47:19

8M ago47:19

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This is the second of two very special episodes that we’re doing in back-to-back weeks instead of our usual bi-weekly schedule. This episode features the message I preached in January 2024, on the day our church honored Shelley and me for our 31 years of serving the church on staff. In this message, I talked about what we’re doing next, including w…

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Love series part 1: Transforming Pain + Releasing your Exes 20:15

9M ago20:15

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Hi guys! In this week's podcast episode, we're diving into the first installment of a four-part series exploring love-related topics for the month of February. As we embrace the spirit of love, let's embark on a journey of depth and vulnerability to manifest the love we crave. Throughout these four episodes, I'll guide you through gaining clarity, …

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Ep 064: The Value of Pastoral Longevity (Gary Garcia interviews Karl Vaters) 18:59

9M ago18:59

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This is the first of two very special episodes that we’re doing in back-to-back weeks, instead of our usual bi-weekly schedule. In January 2024, Karl and Shelley Vaters were honored by their home church as they ended 31 years on the pastoral staff—25 years as lead pastor, six years as teaching pastor. This, and the next episode of The Church Lobby …

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Holding the energy of the things you desire most to prevent sabatoge 34:23

9M ago34:23

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Hi guys! In this week's episode, we are going to break down the difference between, wanting, needing, and desiring something. We will also talk about how to expand our energetic capacity to hold on to the things we want once we get it. I'll also share some ways that we prevent ourselves from receiving the things we want and how to prevent self-sabo…

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