Podcast | Version 2.0

My friend Beau went to college and studied psychology, and a few jobs and other pursuits… and then, through some of his experiences (shared in this podcast) went back to study trauma and get the credentials to help...

Continuing the previous conversation (about SOZO) we outline TWO MORE things Jesus provides… 🧩 A new pattern ⚙️ A new purpose   Both are linked to SOZO, to total salvation and redemption… 🍀   So what do they mean...

When the New Testament speaks of being “saved,” it refers to far more than how we usually define the issue. Whereas we generally denote “saved” as the forgiveness of sins, the New Testament authors ( in fact, it’s...

Michael Belton asked me to talk about Moral Injury… a “lesser known” (but probably “more lethal”) invisible wound than PTSD. So, we compare and contrast PTSD with Moral Injury to set the stage. Here’s the core of...

We’re often (understandably) anxious about revealing our “true selves” to the people around us. When we do, though, the promises of 1 John 1:7-9 manifest (connection and cleansing). Notice— But if we walk in the light...

Our friends Jim & Sarah have an interesting approach to date night: Make love first. Here are a few reasons why: It removes the build-up and the pressure. You’re energetic and excited. And it sets the tone for the...

I’ve been wrestling with a theory for a few years now— the more I’ve studied PTSD and Moral Injury. 👇 Here’s the hypothesis: the suicide epidemic is related to Moral Injury primarily— not PTSD. 👆   For sure, PTSD may...

Two things which occur when an event “marks” you… 1️⃣ Stored The event is stored regardless of your awareness of it in the moment. 2️⃣ Stamped The stored data includes all of your five senses. Note, this “stored and...

Sometimes, healing happens instantly. Other times, it occurs over time as people how to be well. Or, to say it another way... sometimes, Jesus touches us and we are dramatically changed in that moment. Other times, He...

A lot of people contend that the greatest force in the universe is faith— or a lack of it. That is empowers (or constrains) what God is able to do. So, let’s talk about it… … and address it as it relates to health +...

Somebody told me, “I love Jesus but I hate theology.” What a dumb statement. Theology actually is “what we think about God when we think about God.” Or, to say it another way, that statement suggest God isn’t worth...

It’s easy to start punting the promises of God off into the future— even as far as the after-life. Especially after we’ve faced a few tough seasons, several rough / busted-up relationships, and a bunch of broken...