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52: Writing, Producing and Ministering Through the Music of Worship with Terrence Scott May 31, 2017

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My guest today is Terrence Scott, who is originally from Texas, but ended up in Missouri after pursuing football and a business degree in college. In the perfect combination of his passions, Terrence coaches football and basketball in Joplin, Missouri, while serving as worship leader at his church. Join us for more of Terrence's story about how he serves the Lord through singing, writing, and producing worship music.

What you'll hear in this episode:

How Terrence turns to Romans 8:28 for strength, because "it reminds me of God's love, goodness, and purpose for me"
Terrence's beginnings in music, football, and worship
How God has grown Terrence's passion for writing music
Use the gifts you have and take the first step
The power of a seed---even when the outcome is unknown
What Terrence is learning about valuing people, communication, and the leading of the Holy Spirit
A heart to serve, empower, and inspire people through music
Living a sincere life that preaches the gospel
Terrence's biggest strength: to inspire, encourage, and sing
The weakness inside his strength: communication and paying attention to small things
What God is stirring now? "To know Him in a deeper way and do what He's called me to do"
A daily habit that contributes to his walk with Jesus? "Reading, studying, and praying every day"
A recent book? The Richest Man Who Ever Lived by Steven K. Scott and Mentored by a Millionaire by Steven K. Scott
Terrence's advice to his younger self: "Start earlier. Don't wait and don't procrastinate. Believe in yourself and take a leap of faith."
Terrence's parting advice: "Whatever's in you that you constantly think about---you should do it. Go for your dreams."

Resources:

The Richest Man Who Ever Lived by Steven K. Scott

Mentored by a Millionaire by Steven K. Scott

Find Terrence on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Youtube

Email Terrence: terrencescott@mail.com

51: Living Your Best Life at Your Maximum Potential with Allergic to Average's Matt Le May 24, 2017

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Would you like to leave this world one day, knowing that you were really here? This is how today's guest, Matt Le, feels about his life. Not for his own benefit, but for the name of Jesus Christ. He loves everything about making people feel better, adding value to their lives and shifting their way of thinking. In fact, he'd like to dedicate his whole life to doing that the best way that he can. Listen in to find out about what he does.

Matt is an innovative entrepreneur in Motivational Speaking from Amarillo, Texas. He's the founder of Allergic To Average, a movement and a brand that grew out of his deep passion for empowering others to pursue their best selves and maximum potential. He's twenty four years old and he's been married to his high school sweetheart for five years. Listen in now to find out more about Matt and his way of empowering people.

Today, Matt talks to Jon about:

• An inspirational scripture that he's lived by for the last two years- Romans 12:2, about a new way of thinking.

• His journey- starting his brand Allergic To Average, who they deal with, what they focus on and why people love it.

• What the message that he shares through Allergic To Average looks like.

• What it really takes to be successful in business.

• How he reached his lowest point in his life and how God helped him to find his way back.

• Really believing in and trusting God.

• His biggest strength in the work he does with people.

•Consistency is key, however, it's hard to remain consistent.

•The biggest thing that God is stirring inside of him right now.

• Awakening the average to a new way of thinking.

• Co-creating - something that he's starting to promote a little more, with his brand.

•A book that Matt recommends- How To Think Like Einstein by Scott Thorpe.

•The advice that he'd give to a younger version of himself.

50: The Psyche of Success with Jody Holland May 17, 2017

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Welcome to the first edition of the new Are You Real Success Series! This segment of shows will feature Jody Holland and The Psyche of Success. Today is a different kind of episode as Jon gets together with his buddy, Jody Holland and they talk about some of the most important aspects of their life. They talk about success, both in their relationships, their families, and their businesses. They also discuss some lessons they learned along the way. Are You Real is branching out to give you some different types of content to help you in every aspect of your life. You'll see more Psyche of Success Shows in the future!

Show Highlights:

How to use your God-given gifts and talents to grow your business.
What Jon feels like it means to love his wife the right way.
Jon's tip for married men to get more sex.
Reframing the situation when you have conflict in your marriage.
Jody's measure of success - turns out it was a load of crap!
Do what you love and the money will follow.
How Jody overcomes the self-doubt.
Jody's secret sauce for success - stay within your gifts.
How Jody overcomes the blues with a secret tactic in Barnes and Noble!
Find out what keeps Jon and Jody awake at night.
Faith, Family, Fitness, Finances, and Fun - how you can have more in your life.
Learn about Jody's marbles and goal setting!
Find out what has made the biggest impact on Jon and Jody and their success in life and work.
We are who we are and where we are because we have chosen to be here.
If you want to be someone else and somewhere else, it's just a matter of making different choices.
Whatever you want to be great at, do it regularly.
Why Jody did over 500 free Key Note speeches before he ever got paid for one.

49: Having It All and Losing Everything with Pete Sanchez May 10, 2017

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Have you ever felt very successful and then everything falls apart? Maybe at the time, God was using this to grow your faith and trust in Him but you didn't realize it. That is exactly what God did for business-man Pete Sanchez. Listen to today's episode to hear more about Pete and what God has done in his life.

Show Highlights:

How the things Pete did as a child built a strong foundation for him now
How a friend's persistence helped Pete grow closer to God
What happened to Pete when he became successful, then "crashed"
What had to happen for Pete to realize that he needed God
When did Pete find what he felt he was created to do
How you can minister in business
How has the gospel changed Pete's business perspective?
Key points Pete found in the book of Acts
What Pete would tell his younger self

Resources:

How To Win Friends And Influence People by Dale Carnegie

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki

48: Escaping Religion with Jeremy Shuck May 03, 2017

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What is spiritual pride? Could it be affecting you? You would probably say no right away, and that's what Jeremy Shuck did when he was younger. Little did Jeremy know, that it would change his life. Join us to hear Jeremy's awesome story of his journey to ministry.

Jeremy's Bio:

Jeremy Shuck is one of those guys that just loves the presence of God and wants to throw a party for Jesus everywhere he goes. His favorite thing in the world is to talk about the Man-Jesus in a way that causes people to encounter the real God Who is kinder than they ever thought possible. He is a pastor at Upper Room Santa Barbara, part owner of a boutique hedge fund called Kings Crown Capitol, and Recording Artist.

What you'll hear in this episode:

Why Jeremy and his wife and kids left Dallas Texas
Where Jeremy is at right now in his ministry
What Jeremy's "life verse" is
How do you "shine"?
When and how Jeremy really get into ministry
What is spiritual pride?
Jeremy's story
The spiritual leaders who helped Jeremy grow
What Jeremy feel his biggest strength is
What Jeremy's biggest weakness is
What would Jeremy tell his younger self

Resources:

Jeremy Shuck

The Unseen Realm - Micheal Heiser

Reversing Hermon - Micheal Heiser

47: Using Your Natural Talents and Passion to Serve God by Serving Others with Kasey Fuller Apr 26, 2017

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Are you good at something and feel that maybe God is calling you to serve there? You may not know it yet, but you have the ability to change people's lives. Kasey Fuller loved track as a student and now she is a personal trainer, helping women reach their full potential in the spirit, soul, and body. Listen to this episode of Are You Real to hear Kasey's story and what she is doing today.

What you'll hear in this episode:

What Kasey Fuller does
How Kasey serves in her church and the community
Kasey's life verse
What got Kasey into fitness training
When Kasey felt 'pushed' to go after her passion
The hardest thing Kasey has gone through and how God helped her through it
What does it mean to be fuller?
Why do we ask God if we are where we are supposed to be
What Kasey feels is her biggest strength
What Kasey's biggest weakness is and how she has worked to overcome it
What does it mean to walk in the spirit?
What Kasey would tell her younger self

Resources:

Spirit Wars - Kris Vallontton

Becoming Who You Are - Dutch Sheets

R U Real

Fuller Life and Fitness

46: How to Use Your Talents and Hobbies to Honor God with Chip Townsend Apr 19, 2017

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What is your purpose? What is God calling you to do? How can you impact His Kingdom right where you are? Your interest and hobbies might be a good place to look. Don't let things hold you back from what God is calling you to do.

Chip Townsend start martial arts when he was just 13 years old and now he has won several world titles and is the owner and trainer at his own dojo. It hasn't been all smooth sailing from there. When Chip was just 3 years old he lost sight in one eye from a freak accident. Chip didn't let his handicap stop him from pursuing the mission he felt like God had for him, and neither should you.

Listen as Chip and Jon discuss:

How Chip honors God with his gifts
How to keep going after you hit a wall
How to push people towards good
Chip's hard place and what God did to bring him through it
What helps Chip remind himself of his purpose
Chip's strengths and weaknesses
Chip's favorite book
What advice Chip would tell his younger self
Why Chip thinks he's been successful

Resources:

Grit

Chip on Facebook

45: How to Turn the Tide in Your Life with Cardiff D. Hall Apr 12, 2017

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The guest on today's show is Cardiff D. Hall, a man with a really strong zest for life. He's all fired up and ready to explode, so listen in as he talks to Jon about what he does, his passions, and why he loves Jesus as much as he does!

Cardiff has a real fervor for life and he loves to help people to transform their self-being, so that can attain and sustain achievement in their lives. He also coaches aspiring achievers through his weekly inspirations and practical advice, which he delivers in his "Tide Turners" newsletter. His inspiring book, Tide Turners- The Practical Guide to Help You Feel In Control, Experience More Joy and Sustain Achievement in Life, which took him three years to write, became a Number One New Release on Amazon in January 2017. Listen in as Cardiff, who is on a Mission from God, shares his fire, passion, and experiences on today's show.

Today, Cardiff talks to Jon about:

His incredible experience, which happened on a flight, where he heard a voice telling him to write a book.
How he started writing his book in fifteen-minute increments.
How, with consistency, you will achieve.
The scripture, Hebrews 11:1, which was the cornerstone of his book.
His personal story, which led him to the path that he is on right now.
His mindset at the time that he lost his job.
How he got into Personal Development, which helped him to become ready to hear the voice of God.
That we can't see what we don't see, but we still have to keep moving forward.
How becoming a parent allowed his love for God to become even deeper.
His naturally positive outlook on life.
How his belief, which is his biggest strength, opens doors for him.
How you can learn to allocate your time well.
How he wrote his book by really believing that he could.
His hope- to bring people who don't know Christ, to open their minds.
How he lives his faith on a daily basis.
That you should get Cardiff's book so that you can take control.
His advice to a younger version of himself.

Links:

To get Cardiff's book: www.tideturnersbook.com -Also available from Amazon

Cardiff's website: www.cardiffdhall.com -For Cardiff's guide book.

Resources:

Books:

The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren

Return of the Ragpicker and The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino

Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware

44: Following the Call to Love in Your Marriage with Alisa DiLorenzo Apr 05, 2017

Show notes

Alisa DiLorenzo is a sought-after international marriage coach, speaker, a best-selling author, and the co-host of the ONE Extraordinary Marriage Show, which is downloaded in 180 countries. The author of The Trust Factor, Connect Like You Did When You First Met, and 7 Days of Sex Challenge are in the hands of couples worldwide. She and her husband, Tony, have two kids and live in San Diego. Learn more at OneExtraordinaryMarriage.com.

You can read the full show notes at www.areyoureal.org.

43: Healed from Cancer and Mad at God with Brad McClendon Mar 29, 2017

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Brad McClendon's very life demonstrates the Spirit of Prophecy and the testimony of Jesus. Having come to know the Lord early in his life, Brad spent years of running from what he knew to be his calling, until God apprehended him.

Brad is married to Susan Jenkins McClendon and the father of three wonderful children. For more than five years, he was diagnosed with an incurable form of sarcoma when he was only 22 years old. A year and a half later he received a miraculous healing. Brad's ministry releases people into the reality of the Kingdom of God by the revelation of Jesus Christ. He is the author of The Chronicles of Awakenings and The Farthest Reach available on Amazon.

You can read the full show notes at www.areyoureal.org

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