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Fit 02: The Importance of Exercise Jan 16, 2018

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We are starting the New Year off right by focusing on the basics of health and wellness. This week, we are covering the essentials of exercise. I brought the fun with me today since I am joined by my husband, John. Together, we are going to lay the foundation of why exercise is important, and how you can prioritize these good habits in your everyday life. It's time to rip up all of our excuses and make exercise one of your goals for the New Year.

In this episode, I am going to give you my Top 5 Reasons Exercise should be your priority. There are so many reasons to exercise beyond losing weight, and I know it will absolutely change your life. You can do it! I want to see all of us achieve our physical goals together. Let's make 2018 the year you change your life for the better. I will show you how.

More to learn in this episode:

My least favorite excuse for not exercising.
Exercise is important because it helps you control your weight.
What consistent exercise looks like in your daily life.
Alternatives to running and exercises that will get your heart rate in the fat burning zone.
Stories from John and I about how exercise improved our moods tremendously.
Exercise improves your sleep.
Improve your relationships through exercise.
There is a long list of medical conditions that can be prevented with exercise.
My New Year's challenge to the Are You Real listeners!
Where to start when you don't know where to begin.

Resources

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Creatives 02: The Cross Has the Final Word with Cody Carnes Jan 15, 2018

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Certain songs seem to take the church by storm. Some songs are capable of captivating the hearts of the global church, sending chills up your spine and Truth right to your soul. Right now "The Cross Has The Final Word," is that thought-provoking song. It has definitely been an incredible tool that God has used to bring his presence to believers across the world. Today, I am thrilled to get to talk to Cody Carnes. He wrote "The Cross Has The Final Word," but before that success, he depended on God and his timing to shape his music career. Beyond being a worship leader, musician, and songwriter, he is also married to fellow Christian artist, Kari Jobe. If you spend much time in the Christian music world, you'll know about Cody!

Today, Cody is going to walk us through his creative process. It all depends on encounters with God, and the Spirit leading him to the right words. He'll share how he developed his unique sound for "The Darker the Night, the Brighter the Morning" by allowing worlds to collide. You will also get some unique insights into what it's like to be on tour with an equally talented wife! What is so encouraging about Cody is that he focuses on the sound that he specifically needs to make. Cody's encouragement to all creators to step out into their own unique territory. Cody is a young guy on the rise within worship culture, but he humbly thanks God for the words and the music to steward.

Creators can rejoice that God has given us all a unique creative gift. You don't want to miss out on all the creative inspiration in this week's episode!

More in this episode:

Cody shares all about his life, his family, and his lifelong love of music.
Waiting for God's timing was the key to Cody's success.
Cody shares his process behind "The Cross Has The Final Word."
Write out of encounters with God.
Keeping songs at that encounter experience can be challenging.
Nobody is creating worship music like Cody!
Hear what it's like to have a musical family touring on the road.
Cody wants to do as much live music as he can.

Links:

@CodyCarnes

Cody Carnes

Linked 02: Reclaim Your Identity Jan 11, 2018

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As we are learning together how to be real and authentic in our faith, the biggest setback for so many Christians is our identity crisis. The rest of the world seems to have clued in on the crisis as well. The church's largest criticism is hypocrisy and inauthenticity that non-believers see within our congregations. How can we begin to change that narrative? It will start by changing how we view our identity.

Last week was all about how to be an apostle of Luke 10, walking in the authority of Jesus. Today we will continue that conversation with examples from the Old and New Testament. We can look to Moses, Paul, and the apostles to show us where our identity should be rooted—in God alone. When our identity is rooted in our Creator, we cannot help but reflect his goodness and character. The result is an authenticity that the rest of the world longs for. We can share the hope and salvation of Jesus by our very acts of faith. The key to a deep community of believers and a changed society around us starts with reclaiming our identity.

Let's learn how we can be linked together by the Holy Spirit, and rooted in our identity in God.

More in this episode:

I give you my therapist's perspective on our identity crisis.
Let's talk about the Fruit of the Spirit.
People are drawn to authentic love and peace.
When we know our Savior, we know ourselves.
Lessons we can learn from the apostles and Moses.
We are empowered by the Holy Spirit alone.
Use the Biblical example set before us to change our church culture.

84: Hearing and Answering God's Call on Your Life with Jonathan Parnell Jan 10, 2018

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If you want to live your most authentic life on mission for God, you have to be willing to listen to the call to "go." I am sitting down with a guy today who took God's call on his life very seriously. As a result, he has developed an intimate relationship with his Creator and weathered hardship and setbacks with hope and incredible faith. I know you will not be disappointed by my interview with Jonathan Parnell. He is a father first, but he has been using his gifts to pastor a church in the Twin Cities, as well as publish his amazing book, Never Settle For Normal. Along with his pastoral ministry, Jonathan was a long time contributor to John Piper's Desiring God content ministry. He is definitely a man of many talents, and each is being used to serve God in an authentic way.

Today, Jonathan will share how he knew he was called to be a pastor since he was 17. God called on Jonathan to take some scary leaps of faith, but with each act of obedience, God showed up in a big way. With every step he takes, Jonathan is always asking God for a deeper desire for Him, even if that means going down the hard road. You will hear stories of grief, stories with unexpected endings, and stories of a man who is humbly serving in exactly the place he was meant to be. When God told Jonathan to "go," he went, no questions asked. Now, his authentic faith is evident to anyone who speaks with him.

Dive in and hear what it can be like to live a life filled with faith and trust!

More in this episode:

Jonathan shares all about his wife and 7 kids.
The journey behind Jonathan's book and the Desiring God ministry.
How Jonathan managed to survive a crazy brain injury.
Hear all about the decision to transfer to seminary and become a pastor.
Biblical inspiration from Paul and Abraham to "go."
Learn what the Bible says about seeking pleasure.
Stories of times that God showed up in a mighty way.
How we can have hope that God is with us.
The importance of obedience in our lives.
Jonathan shares his love for his wife and his people.
Using your personality profile to help in your ministry.
Memorizing scripture has been a huge influence on Jonathan as a pastor.
Read the Word of God!

Resources:

Never Settle For Normal: https://www.amazon.com/Never-Settle-Normal-Significance-Happiness/dp/1601429061

Twitter: @JonathanParnell

http://www.jonathanparnell.com/

Business 01: 4 Simple Steps to Become an Entrepreneur Jan 09, 2018

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Do you want to learn how to grow your business to bless others? Good, you've come to the right place. I want to help my listeners take practical steps towards accomplishing their big ideas. Why? When you go out there and make money, you are not only serving your family, but you can also bless others and glorify God. Yes, God can use your business to do big things. I want you to have the tools to go out there confidently.

Today, let's talk entrepreneurship. It takes a lot of faith and guts to start your own business. These days, anyone can throw up a website and start a new venture, but what separates you from the pack is that you are going to take decisive action. I have a four step process that will take some of the fear and guesswork out of taking this step into entrepreneurship. Step 1: Get yourself a creative idea. 2: Evaluate your risk before stepping headlong. Step 3: Make a basic plan to get you started. Step 4: Act on your plan.

See how simple it is to start your own business? Of course, when you see it written out in four steps, it seems a bit oversimplified. In this episode, I will break down each of these steps to show you the intention and skills that are required to do each one well. If you work ahead of the plan to get your business into shape, you'll be able to breathe a bit. You are already honing your resources to do well in business, and then turn around and bless others. Being an entrepreneur is definitely special, and I want you to succeed. Let me show you how!

More in this episode:

You have to have an idea to be an entrepreneur.
I share my start in the insurance industry that launched me on my path.
Learn to look at problems from a new angle.
Ask God to talk to you in your dreams.
What makes a good mastermind group?
Have someone give feedback on your creative idea.
Get real about your risk and risk tolerance.
You only need a basic plan to get started.
You have a plan, now do it!
Get your momentum and inspire others to greatness.
Don't be afraid of failure.

Resources:

My E-Course

https://www.michaelpmcintyre.com/

Success 01: Building Positive Relationships to Help You Succeed with Four Price Jan 08, 2018

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Positive relationships are the best way to build up your success. No matter what your goals in life might be, you will always succeed with the right people by your side. I can't think of a single person who embodies this principle more than Four Price. By day, Four is a Trust Advisor and VP for Amarillo National Bank, the largest Family-owned bank in the Nation. His other job is a seat serving in the Texas House of Representatives for District 87. While serving the public, Four knows that he must always be searching for the right perspective on some of Texas' weightiest concerns. No matter if a session has been good or bad, Four manages to accomplish whatever goal he sets before him with the power of perspective.

Listen this week as Four shares his best practices for developing these positive relationships. He will also discuss the importance of family, his passions in life, and the seriousness of commitment. Our interview today will be just the inspiration you need to tackle whatever challenges might lie ahead. Stick to your people, and you'll always find success.

More in this episode:

Four shares his definition of success.
Hear all about the recent successful House session, as well as the not-so-good ones.
Relationships are the source of wisdom that Four depends upon.
Four is candid about the things that concern him.
Our children are the source of our greatest joy and greatest worry.
Learn the habits that have set Four up for success
Keep your trust. Your credibility is a huge asset.

Links and Resources:

Twitter: @FourPriceTX

www.fourprice.org

Linked 01: What's My Identity Jan 04, 2018

Show notes

I believe the church is having an identity crisis. The reason: because we, God's people, are having an identity crisis. My name is Christy Austin, and my heart is to link together the people of God with the Spirit of God. Here on Are You Real: Linked, I want to bring to you the Truth from God's word so that we can root ourselves in our faith and grow the church from the inside out.

Here's the key question: Where do you find your identity? Is it in your job, marital status, hobbies, or political viewpoint? Why do we spend so much of our lives chasing after identity, only to come up short again and again? It's because we are looking in the wrong places. In the very first episode of Are You Real: Linked, I want to show you how to stop chasing your life's worth outside of your faith and start seeing your identity as God sees it.

Let's learn together what the Bible says about our community. The only way to truly find our identity, and by extension, the church's is to be linked with the Holy Spirit. Let's reconnect ourselves to the Spirit so that we can then reconnect with one another. Today, I break down a familiar passage from Luke 10 that exemplifies how the early church rooted their identity in what truly matters. The challenge is a large one, but the solution is right in front of us. Let's tune into what the Holy Spirit is teaching us—together.

Show Highlights:

I share my story and my journey to finding authentic faith.
When we are in the Holy Spirit, there is no distance from God or from one another.
Each voice in the Are You Real Podcast in authentic and real.
Churches are not growing anymore.
It is time for us to leave the church building and go into our communities.
We want to link together to heal and restore hope to the people around us.
Media is a huge way we can shift our culture.
Lessons from Luke 10.
Let's break down the word "sent."
Identity is the image of the one sending us. Jesus gives us our identity.

83: Christy Austin Shares a Preview of Are You Real Linked Jan 03, 2018

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Have you ever thought about what it would look like to have authentic faith? So many of our heroes from the Bible lived their lives with a faithful authenticity that feels impossible to imitate in this day and age. We are here to tell you that you can have that kind of faith, and we are going to show you how.

This is Are You Real: Linked, hosted by Christy Austin. Christy is a Licensed Therapist and Ministry leader who is passionate about helping her community live authentically. In today's intro interview, Christy is going to share about her heart for this podcast, you, our listener, and the church in America. Rather than just being another voice amongst many, Christy wants to give you practical steps you can take to become an undercover revivalist in your community.

If you are prepared to strengthen your faith alongside an experienced and compassionate ministry worker, look no further than Are You Real: Linked. This is the start of something great for you!

More in this episode:

Christy shares all about her work and ministry in authenticity.
How depression and anxiety are linked up with are spiritual being.
Christy is most excited about the Are You Real Team.
Let's learn and get linked together to be authentic in our community.
Why it is so important to be the change we want to see.
Your main weekly takeaways and teachings.
Christy's biggest challenges to overcome.
Staying in the voice of the Holy Spirit.
Learn some interesting tidbits about Christy.
Listen for a chance to get a free copy of John's book!

Links:

Instagram @AreYouRealPod

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/areyoureal/

Fit 01:The Spiritual Side of Sleep and How it Affects Your Overall Fitness Jan 02, 2018

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Welcome to the first episode of Are You Real: Fit, where I, Kasey Fuller, bring to you not just the basics of a healthy lifestyle, but also a spiritual approach to health and wellness. I can't think of a better way to launch a podcast dedicated to wellness than to talk about sleep. We all have different reactions when we think of sleep. Some of us can't remember the last time we got a good night's rest. Some of us couldn't possibly think of functioning without it. Today, I want to break down the science behind why a good night's sleep is important, and celebrate all the good it does for your body.

In the second half of the show, I had the chance to interview Dr. Tina Hay. Her fascination with sleep began with her childhood as a dreamer. Now, she helps us understand our bodies and sleep from a Scriptural point of view. She is a doctor specializing in sleep, but what makes her work unique is that she wants to deepen our understanding of the spiritual aspect of sleep. Have you taken a moment to think about the spiritual side of sleep? We will discuss why sleep is important for your spirituality, and think about God's perspective on all of this.

There is a lot to learn in this episode. Hopefully, it will inspire you to do what it takes to get the rest your body and your spirit needs!

Show Highlights:

Brain health and the benefits of a good night's sleep.
Sleep curbs inflammation and boosts creativity.
Boosting performance physically and mentally with a healthy sleep pattern.
Mentally prepare your mind for sleep.
Learn all about the spiritual side of sleep.
Dr. Tina is passionate about teaching others about God's design for sleep.
What does Scripture say about sleep?
What we can do to pay more attention and tune into our sleep habits.
God uses dreams to speak to his people.

Resources

Living Life By Design

Creatives 01: Growing as a Songwriter to Serve and Minister in the Local Church Jan 01, 2018

Show notes

On Are You Real: Creative, I want to connect with creative individuals from every discipline and perspective. God has given us the ability to create, and we as believers can build one another up in that gift. Each guest I interview on the show will share how he or she uses creativity to worship God. I choose each guest specifically for their ability to encourage all of you listening.

My very first guest is none other than my own brother, Zach Dietz. Zach is a songwriter, musician, worship leader, and incredible father. I am fortunate to have a brother like Zach. He and I have been inspiring one another in music since we were very small. Today, however, I ask for the practical ways in which he has grown as a songwriter. Zach will share with you his unique perspective that sets his music apart from the rest. The ministry he does as the worship leader of Evergreen Church is truly inspiring.

Zach brings about a purity and simplicity to songwriting that I know you will all want to know about. His passion for the local church reminds me that our creativity is meant to bless others in the present, and will glorify God for eternity. He is worthy of our worship, and Zach will show you today how to write songs with excellence. Listen to this episode for a powerful, Spirit-filled journey to making wonderful worship music.

More in this episode:

Zach gives us the rundown of who he is and what he is involved in.
Learn why Zach has just now hit his stride as a songwriter.
Key takeaways for you if you are interested in writing songs.
Why it is important to sing and worship.
Thinking outside the box is the key to Zach's success.
Zach teaches others everything he knows about producing and writing music.
Using the "Rule of Three" in songwriting.
Finding where the presence of God is in a song.
Zach shares what he thinks is different from what everyone else is doing.
Influence and the local v. global church.

Instagram and Twitter @EvergreenMusic_

Instagram and Twitter @ZachDietz

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