Tracks for the Journey

Could Jesus Tell Time? A Surprising Answer

Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.Could Jesus tell time? The answer might surprise you! He never saw a clock, but Jesus knew exactly what time it was. This episode dives into the Bible idea of the "fullness of time," showing how Jesus seized a historic window to change the world through love rather than political violence. Discover a fresh perspective on the Christmas season that goes beyond tradition and connects Jesus’s purposeful life to our modern daily grind, inspiring you to stop just watching the clock and start seizing your own life-changing moments.Segments include:Two Kinds of TimeA Time for a People to ChooseOur Fullness of Time--NowSupport the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

Does Kindness Work Now?

Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.All of us are feeling the strain of modern incivility and angry, divisive politics. Could Kindness Work for this kind of society? I explore this crucial question and ways we can reclaim a better society with intentional prosocial action. I cover the powerful ideas of ancient philosophy and modern science to reveal the personal benefits of improving physical and mental health, plus how moving to intentional acts of kindness create a ripple effect that promotes mental health for all. The main takeaway: Kindness is scientifically and socially powerful.Learn more about Random Acts of Kindness https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/Support the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

Love Like A... Slave?

Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.Unlock the radical call to "love like a slave" in a world focused on personal gain. This podcast explores the shocking passage in Philippians 2, where the Apostle Paul describes how Jesus was motivated by an all-encompassing, non-coercive love for God and others. Join Larry in examining the challenge this servant mindset poses to modern goals of comfort, contrasting the attitudes of a finance professional seeking maximum income (Zeke) with a co-worker (Mindy) who volunteers her time and bonus to a refugee clinic. Listeners will discover how they can adopt this self-giving, others-empowering love in their own lives, revealing that when love is in action, God is present. It's time to embrace the revolution of the servant heart.Support the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

Don't Let Shame Hold You Back

Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.Are you holding onto a secret that's sabotaging your life? The feeling of being "unworthy, unlovable, and broken" is a deeply painful experience that many of us face. This episode explores the powerful emotion of shame and a surprising source of strength: Jesus Christ. Jesus faced profound public shame and from his story we can learn about overcoming the lies we tell ourselves. Discover how to "scorn the shame" and claim your true identity, pushing back against the voices that threaten your worth.Cover photo by Thom Holmes on unsplash.comSupport the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

Hurting Today? Managing Chronic Pain

Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.Chronic pain is a condition no one wants. Unfortunately, millions live each day with pain that won’t go away. Are there ways to cope with chronic pain? Research has shown that managing chronic pain is possible, separating the reality of pain from the suffering from pain. Suffering can be reduced by skills of coping mentally and physically. In this episode, I’ll share some practical ways to better manage this difficult condition. You can become your best pain manager for well-being.Resource:Dennis Turk and Frits Winter, "The Pain Survival Guide." American Psychological Association, 2006Cover photo by engin akyurt on unsplash.comSupport the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77