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Hope Talks: Laura Barringer Oct 26, 2023

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Laura Barringer is a Teacher, Writer, and TMT Survivor

We had a wonderful talk about what to do in the acute phase of your massive thing (TMT), what to do when you’re stuck, and how God is faithful in all of it.

You can pre-order Laura’s new book, Pivot: The Priorities, Practices, and Powers That Can Transform Your Church into a Tov Culture, by clicking the button below.

Laura’s first book, A Church Called Tov: Forming a Goodness Culture That Resists Abuses of Power and Promotes Healing was one of my favorite books of 2021.

Scripture: Psalm 46:10, Psalm 34:18

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Music by Eileen and Tommy Walker

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All-In: Every Day is Day One Oct 26, 2023

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It's Day #13 of All-In August, but it's Always Day One!

A few thoughts on how to start every day, finding a path forward, and learning to find the light again.

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

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Music by Matthew West and Tommy Walker

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Einstein, Jesus, Non-linear Time, and How Long We Should Pray Oct 26, 2023

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It's Theology Thursday!
Today we ask one question: What does Jesus's command in Luke 18:1 to, "Always pray, and never give up," have to do with Einstein's Theory of Relativity, and a paper on prayer published in the British Medical Journal about the efficacy of prayer? Listen to find out!
Scripture: Luke 18, Hebrews 13:8
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Music by Tommy Walker
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(00:02) - Throwback Thursday Surgery Episode
(01:42) - Multiple Topics: Theology, Physics, Persistence, and Announcements
(03:00) - Daystar: A Christian TV network in Dallas
(04:15) - Adding transcripts to old podcast episodes, new episodes popping up
(05:20) - Relaunching paid subscription with special episodes and more
(07:16) - Jesus' parable on persistence in prayer
(08:26) - Einstein's theory of relativity and the concept of time
(10:57) - Study on prayer's influence on sepsis patients in hospitals
(12:28) - The Unintentional Scientific Study on Retroactive Prayer
(13:58) - The Impact and Power of Persistent Prayer
(24:09) - Introduction and Book Promotion

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All-In: Internal Structure Oct 25, 2023

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When the Storm Hits, Does it Knock You Down?

This is a great look at the internal structures that predict success or failure when life brings us defeat, great triumph, or the thing we thought we wanted. What happens next depends on how you’ve built yourself on the inside.

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27
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Music by The King Will Come

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A Tiny Taste of Hope, and It's Enough Oct 25, 2023

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It's Wildcard Wednesday!
Today, a word study ("Limen," "Liminal," "Liminality") and a decision to learn to slow down enough, even in the midst of your massive thing/trauma/tragedy, to taste the hope that's always there. This is a good one!
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(00:02) - Introducing the Conundrum of Finding Hope in Life's Challenges
(01:41) - Self-Brain Surgery School: Transform Your Mind and Find Hope
(02:09) - Introduction to the concept of "lemon" and its definitions
(06:53) - The creative process in the liminal space
(11:15) - A Prayer in the Midst of Crisis
(16:46) - Prayer as a Source of Strength and Hope
(20:13) - Savoring Lisa Warren's Incredible Cooking Skills
(21:31) - God's Gentle Presence in Times of Pain and Need
(22:36) - Unexpected Impact of Podcast Episode on Mental Health Crisis
(24:48) - The Power of Slowing Down and Tasting Hope

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A Complex Thought That's Full of Hope Oct 24, 2023

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It's Tuesdays with Tata!
Today, some spiritual brain surgery. We take a look at a curious passage in I Peter 4, and Tata shows us how to find the hope in it.
Life is hard. Imagine how much harder it would be if we did not have our hope in Jesus!
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(00:02) - Introducing "Tuesdays with Tata"
(02:48) - Dr. Lee Warren asks a thought-provoking question
(03:44) - Introduction and Technical Difficulties
(05:23) - Unpacking Peter's Emphasis on Suffering
(06:20) - Jesus Christ's message on suffering and overcoming challenges
(07:42) - Becoming friends with God through Jesus and gaining understanding
(08:56) - Arm yourselves with the same attitude as Christ's suffering
(10:39) - Concerns for the Future of Children
(11:59) - Fiery Ordeal and Testing in Chapter 4, Verse 12
(13:08) - Accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
(15:07) - Walking faithfully and finding peace in Jesus Christ
(16:05) - Seeking God's Help in Facing Trials
(17:38) - Peter Quotes Proverb on Salvation and the Ungodly
(20:59) - Peter's Journey from Denial to Apostle
(23:51) - Suffering and Doing Good in the Face of Resistance
(28:51) - Accepting Jesus Christ as the Son of God
(29:47) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

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The Plan for Hope (Mind Change Monday) Oct 23, 2023

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Today is Mind-Change Monday, and we’re taking a look at why you need a treatment plan in place for when life hurts.

Music by JJ Heller
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(Adapted from Season 8, Episode 22)

(00:02) - Monday Blessings and Prayer Support
(01:51) - Ready to Change Your Life? Welcome to Self-Brain Surgery School
(02:42) - Pre-order my book, Hope is the First Dose
(04:05) - Importance of the treatment plan and its elements
(08:49) - The need for a treatment plan in preparing for tragedy
(10:14) - Thinking ahead and preparing for massive things in life
(12:14) - Overcoming the Devastation of Loss
(19:20) - Participating in our own demise
(23:42) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose"

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A Packet of Hope for Pre-Hab Oct 22, 2023

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The secret to resilience when The Massive Thing Happens is having a solid base of pre-hab in your heart.
Today, I give you four Insight Spots from MyBridge Radio, our favorite place for 24/7 encouragement. MyBridge is a great place for YOU to find hope!
Plus, music from my friend Tommy Walker!
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(00:02) - Introduction and Shoutout to MyBridge Radio
(01:11) - Dr. Carolyn Sorenson's Recommendation and Collaboration with MyBridge
(02:01) - Compilation of Recent Insight Spots and Worship Song
(03:33) - Finding Hope in the Midst of Life's Challenges
(05:16) - Preparing for Emotional Traumas and Tragedies
(07:08) - Harnessing the Power of Positive Thinking for Emotional Healing
(08:57) - Introducing Dr. Lee Warren and the Power of Hope
(09:57) - Jesus as the Great Physician and the First Dose of Hope
(16:24) - Introduction and Sponsorship Announcement

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Finding Hope in the Hardest Moments (Frontal Lobe Friday) Oct 20, 2023

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It's Frontal Lobe Friday!
Today, response to some listener questions, and a look at what separates cognitive behavioral therapy from self-brain surgery.
Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9, II Corinthians 10:5
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(00:03) - Introduction to Frontal Lobe Friday
(02:44) - Addressing the Difference between Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Self Brain Surgery
(04:22) - Listener's Gratitude and Question about Self-Brain Surgery vs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
(08:05) - Importance of Seeking Professional Help for Personal Issues
(09:16) - Difference Between Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Self-Brain Surgery
(14:28) - Embracing a Holistic Approach to Mental Health
(15:03) - Self Brain Surgery: Biopsy and Replace False Thoughts
(16:31) - The Shema Israel: Love God with All Your Heart
(23:51) - Taking Thoughts Captive: Rewiring the Brain
(26:03) - Thoughts Become Things: The Power of Self-Brain Surgery

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The Psychobiology of Old Memories Oct 19, 2023

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When we ruminate on old losses and other massive things, it literally changes our brains and our bodies.
Today, I'll give the science behind how psychosomatic illnesses work, and some compassionate self-brain surgery tools to change guilt into healthy, healing grief.
Podcast Mentioned: While We're Waiting from Jill and Brad Sullivan
Scripture: II Corinthians 10:5
Book mentioned: The Grieving Brainby Mary-Frances O'Connor
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Music by John Prine

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