Afleveringen
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What is the role of doubt in a Christian's life? When does doubt become poisonous and destructive? Can it be leveraged in such a way that it strengthens and deepens one's faith? If so, how?
In this episode Pastor Jeff reflects on some of the insights on how to "do doubt well" offered by Shelby Abbott, evangelist and author of numerous books, including 'DoubtLess: Because Faith is Hard'.
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Pastor Jeff Strong sits down with Megan Beck, a registered clinical counsellor with Mercy Seat Ministry (www.mercyseatministry.ca). Megan specializes in connecting with individuals to help them find healing from personally painful experiences. She desires to provide opportunities for personal growth in the areas of emotional, mental, relational and spiritual health.
Who and What is Mercy Seat Ministry? What does a faith-integrated approach to counselling look like? What are some of the barriers for Christians that create a hesitancy in reaching out for support through counselling? What's the first step to take if you're interested in arranging a session with someone from Mercy Seat Ministries?
Mercy Seat Ministry is a collective of skilled therapists who strive to integrate Christian faith with excellent counselling techniques to support wholistic healing and freedom.
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A short episode to highlight www.christiansandthevaccine.com, an important resource that thoughtfully and wisely addresses the questions many Christians have regarding the pandemic, vaccines, and our response as disciples of Jesus.
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong shares some in-process reflections on the ideological challenges facing Christians seeking to respond to racism and injustice courageously, faithfully, and biblically.
Resources cited in this episode:
Dr. Thaddeus Williams: "Questions Christians Should Ask About Social Justice"Monique Duson (Center for Biblical Unity)
Critical Race Theory with Neil ShenviPhoto: Black Lives Matter (IG: @clay.banks)
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The Canadian government just announced an extension of the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit (i.e. CERB) for an additional eight weeks. It will be tempting for many to delay/avoid going back to work and instead take advantage of this program. However, Pastor Jeff shares a vision for the kingdom call to work that should animate every Christian who can work to do so. In Christ, work/service becomes one of the most powerful means through which Christians can honour God, bless their communities, and strengthen themselves.
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In this episode, Pastor Jeff Strong interviews the charismatic and whimsical Preston Pouteaux on the importance of imagination, neighbours and neighbourhoods, and what it's like to be a pastor in a pandemic.
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In this episode, Pastor Jeff Strong interviews fellow pastor Tom Greentree (www.tomgreentree.com), discussing the nature of life-giving growth, the things that keep people stuck in damaging patterns, and which perspectives and practices Tom has found to be especially formative in facilitating growth in himself and others.
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In this episode, Pastor Jeff Strong explores the practices of lament and thanksgiving, sharing why he believes these can serve Christians especially well in the strange days in which we find ourselves.
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Episode Image: "Alone" by Kilarov Zaneit
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong and Pastor Jason Ashley discuss the importance and priority of generosity during times of financial uncertainty and instability for those who desire to be faithful disciples of Jesus.
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Episode Image: "Generosity" by Yasir Eryılmaz.
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong sits down with his colleague Pastor Jason Ashley from Balfour Covenant Church. Jason shares pastorally and practically around the question, "How do I grow in my faith during this time of isolation?"
Pastor Jeff's contact info:[email protected]
Pastor Jason's contact info:Music Intro/Outro: "Enthusiast" by Tours used under a Creative Commons Attribution License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong shares five important insights from a recent article on forgiveness by Brad Hambrick.
Original article by Brad Hambrick here: http://bradhambrick.com/forgiveness02/
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong sits down with Enneagram enthusiast Susan Bernhardt for an extended discussion on how the Enneagram opens up new and deeper pathways to personal and interpersonal growth, change, and transformation in Christ.
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong provides an overview of Enneagram Type Nines.
Sources:
www.eclecticenergies.com
https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/
https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/
https://theenneagramatwork.com/
http://drdaviddaniels.com/
The Road Back to You
The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective
Becoming Us
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong provides an overview of Enneagram Type Eights.
Sources:
www.eclecticenergies.com
https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/
https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/
https://theenneagramatwork.com/
http://drdaviddaniels.com/
The Road Back to You
The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective
Becoming Us
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong provides an overview of Enneagram Type Sevens.
Sources:
www.eclecticenergies.com
https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/
https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/
https://theenneagramatwork.com/
http://drdaviddaniels.com/
The Road Back to You
The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective
Becoming Us
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong provides an overview of Enneagram Type Sixes.
Sources:
www.eclecticenergies.com
https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/
https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/
https://theenneagramatwork.com/
http://drdaviddaniels.com/
The Road Back to You
The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective
Becoming Us
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong provides an overview of Enneagram Type Fives.
Sources:
www.eclecticenergies.com
https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/
https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/
https://theenneagramatwork.com/
http://drdaviddaniels.com/
The Road Back to You
The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective
Becoming Us
Music Intro/Outro: "Enthusiast" by Tours used under a Creative Commons Attribution License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)
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Pastor Jeff's shares his thoughts on the idea that the Enneagram isn't compatible with genuine Christianity.
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong provides an overview of Enneagram Type Fours.
Sources:
www.eclecticenergies.com
https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/
https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/
https://theenneagramatwork.com/
http://drdaviddaniels.com/
The Road Back to You
The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective
Becoming Us
Music Intro/Outro: "Enthusiast" by Tours used under a Creative Commons Attribution License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)
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In this episode Pastor Jeff Strong provides an overview of Enneagram Type Threes.
Sources:
www.eclecticenergies.com
https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/
https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/
https://theenneagramatwork.com/
http://drdaviddaniels.com/
The Road Back to You
The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective
Becoming Us
Music Intro/Outro: "Enthusiast" by Tours used under a Creative Commons Attribution License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)
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