A Godzillion and One

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Relationship Daily Double with Emerson Eggerichs (Part 2) Mar 24, 2022

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Welcome to the Relationship Daily Double! Part 2 features Dr. Emerson Eggerichsdiscussing reasons why spouses react negatively to each other, and practical ways on how we can better deal with conflict when it arises.

Emerson has his Ph.D. in Child and Family Studies, he's the author of the New York Times bestseller book,Love and Respect, and is a world-renowned teacher on developing healthy marriages. Emerson has spent years uncovering ways to better understand your spouse through the Biblical lens of love and respect.

Be sure to check out Part 1 of the Relationship Daily Double with Toni Nieuwhof.

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Relationship Daily Double with Toni Nieuwhof (Part 1) Mar 24, 2022

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Welcome to the Relationship Daily Double! In Part 1, I sit down with former divorce attorney, Toni Nieuwhof, to discuss what couples should know before they split up or file for divorce.

An expert in her field, Toni is a family law mediator, speaker, co-host of the Smart Family Podcast, and author. Her book, Before You Split: Find What You Really Want for the Future of Your Marriage, was written for those struggling in marriage and looking for a practical way forward. Using her years of experience as a divorce attorney and family law mediator, Toni knows how to speak into the disconnection and frustration of relationships.

Be sure to check outPart 2 of the Relationship Daily Doublewith Emerson Eggerichs.

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17: Thane Marcus Ringler - When Things Don't Go As Planned Mar 15, 2022

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What do you do when life doesn't go according to your plan? Today's guest, Thane Marcus Ringler helps us answer that question. Faced with early retirement from his professional golf career, Thane had to carve a new path in his late 20s. He has now dedicated his life to helping others unlock their full potential through leadership training and The Up & Comers Show.

We talk openly about his unexpected journey of changing careers, navigating life, and the unique pressures that are put on millennials. More than just getting through the day, Thane wants to encourage us to live intentionally in whatever stage of life we are in.

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16: Karen Treiger - A Holocaust Story Mar 01, 2022

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Today's interview is truly one I will never forget. I recently had the privilege of sitting down and talking to author and defender of stories, Karen Treiger. After 18 years of practicing law, Karen felt an unmistakable call to retire from her law practice and piece together the story of her in-laws, Sam and Esther Goldberg, who against all odds, met and fell in love while surviving the Holocaust. The result of Karen's research is the profound book, My Soul is Filled with Joy: A Holocaust Story.

This interview is just a glimpse into Sam and Esther's story - how they met and fell in love, escaping from the death camp Treblinka, the power of friendship and hospitality, and the dangers of treating people as less than human. It will simultaneously break your heart and showcase the triumph of love and courage against evil.

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15: Nicky Gumbel - Alpha Course, the Future of Evangelism, and Embracing the Down-and-Out Approach Feb 15, 2022

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Season 2 of A Godzillion & One kicks off with one of my favorite people - Nicky Gumbel. Nicky is the Vicar (or as us Americans would say, pastor) of Holy Trinity Brompton in the heart of London. HTB is one of the largest churches in the UK and they are a key source of influence and encouragement to churches around the globe.

As and atheist turned Christian, Nicky shares the hard truth of finding faith in our current world and why evangelism is his highest call. Alpha Course, was birthed out of this desire to create a safe place for non-Christians to ask the big questions of life. Pioneered by Nicky, Alpha has developed into a global ministry reaching over 20 million people with the Gospel.

In this interview, Nicky explains the current challenges and opportunities of sharing your faith, leadership lessons learned throughout this pandemic season, and the "down-and-out approach" that has changed his church ministry.

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14: That's a Wrap! Highlights from Season 1 Dec 20, 2021

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Tori and I have a quick chat as we wrap up 2021 and Season 1 of A Godzillion & One. We look back on some of our favorite episodes, talk about the power of social media and sharing, and even give away a few teasers on what to expect for Season 2. Our team would like to thank you, our listeners, who joined in for this ride. We hope these interviews helped you to think bigger and to notice the shockingly and seemingly endless ways to connect with this world and the God who made it all. Season 2 coming early 2022. Did you enjoy this season or learn something new? I hope so! My goal is to bring on guests that help encourage, challenge, and inform us about life. The best way to support the show is to rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, leave a brief review, and then share the episode with a friend. *** Stay connected with Greg on social @gregholder_ or send in your requests to our producer.

13: Christmas with the Holders - An Advent Conspiracy Special Dec 07, 2021

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As Christmas quickly approaches, Robin and I sat down to talk about what Christmas looks like for us these days. Thanks to a decision we made years ago when Advent Conspiracy first launched, our Christmas traditions are full of worship, spending wisely, giving generously, and loving other people. Does that mean every Christmas is perfect? Unfortunately not. But it does mean our Christmases have more joy than they used to. Keep listening and you'll hear a couple of our friends join in the conversation, Paulo Henrique from Brazil and Mike Mantel from Living Water International. They both share their unique perspectives on Advent Conspiracy and give practical advice on how to start incorporating this into your traditions.

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Bonus: How to Pray - A Simple Guide For Normal People Dec 01, 2021

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Have you ever thought, "I'm not very good at praying?" Today's guest, Pete Greig felt the same way and out of this longing he developed the 24-7 Prayer Movement, which has now reached more than half of the nations on earth. Pete is a pastor, author, and mentor to many. He approaches the topic of prayer in a way that is both inviting and challenging. As we head into this season of Advent, Pete reminds us of the importance of prayer and gives practical advice on how to take the next step in.

Pete is also the founder of The Prayer Course, he contributes to Lectio365 daily devotionals, and is the author of How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal People

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12: Jenn Jett Barrett - All Things Enneagram Nov 23, 2021

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The Enneagram. It's something you've probably heard about but maybe you have questions about what it is, how to use it, or why your friends are always talking about it. I sat down with Jenn Jett Barrett, the co-founder of The Well Summit and an enneagram coach for teams and couples. In a brutally honest, healing conversation, Jenn walks us through the origins of this tool, the many ways it can be used for good, and the warnings on how it has been overused and misused.

Jenn is a dreamer, a doer, and a champion of risk takers. As an Enneagram teacher, she loves getting to take individuals, couples, and teams on a journey of understanding Enneagram through a biblical perspective.

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11: Makoto Fujimura - Art + Faith Nov 09, 2021

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Have you ever met someone and immediately felt like you were kindred spirits? Artist and "accidental theologian," Makoto Fujimura, was such a fun, surprising, guest on today's episode. Mako is a leading contemporary artist whose process-driven, refractive slow art has been described by David Brooks of The New York Times as “a small rebellion against the quickening of time.” His art has been featured widely in some of the most prestigious galleries and museums around the world. As a painter, Mako fuses fine art and abstract expressionism, while tackling spiritual questions through the prism of art.

As the author ofArt + Faith: A Theology of Making, we talked about the importance of beauty, creativity, and making new things as a way to push back the brokenness in our world. So whether you are an artist by trade or just someone looking for a dose of inspiration, I think you'll find this conversation with Mako to be soothing for your soul.

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