Be Still and Listen: Surrender
This episode is an invitation to put the practice of surrender into action. Picking up where we left off, Tim and Josh lead us through a guided listening exercise designed to create a moment of stillness and connection with God.In this episode, we will:Quietly settle our hearts and minds, inviting God's presence into our space.Reflect on the areas where we are holding onto control—the very things that keep us from the peace we crave.Pray a simple prayer of release and surrender: "God, I give everything and everyone to you. I want what you want."We will then revisit the Five F's—Faith, Family, Finances, Fullness, and Fun—using them as a guide to identify what we have been unwilling to surrender. This is a time for honest reflection and open-handed release, declaring Jesus as King over every part of our lives.This episode is for you, whether you're a new listener or an alum of the One Year Journey. Let's make space to be still, listen to God's voice, and experience the freedom that comes with true surrender.
I Am Not The King: The Path to a Free and Light Life
In a world that tells you to hustle harder and take control, what if the secret to a truly free and light life is found in letting go?This episode of Free And Light is the culmination of our season-long journey to look beneath the surface of our lives. We'll explore why our relentless need for control often stems from a lack of trust in God, leading to a life of chaos and exhaustion. Drawing from personal stories and practical wisdom, we’ll unpack the transformative phrase, "I Am Not The King," and discuss what it means to practice surrender in tangible, everyday ways.Join us as we talk about:The difference between surface idols and the underlying source motivations driving our lives.How to identify the fear that fuels our need for control.The practical steps to release psychological ownership and hand off the burden to Jesus.The profound freedom and peace that come when we place God back on the throne of our hearts.This podcast is an offering of Seek Well. To find out more about us visit seekwell.orgWant to help? Please consider supporting this podcast with a tax deductible monthly donation. Your generosity will help us continue to invest in the lives of men and women who want to live the life that Jesus offers by learning to slow down, listen for his voice and Seek Well. To donate, visit seekwell.org/donate.
Be Still and Listen: Control
Are you wrestling with the idol of control? In this guided listening experience, we invite you to settle your heart and mind, acknowledging that while safety and security are good desires, they make a terrible god. Through a series of reflective questions, we'll create space for God to speak directly into your tendencies to control, helping you identify what keeps you from fully trusting Him. Prepare to release the reins and discover the profound peace found in surrender.
The Control Illusion: From Micromanaging Life to Embracing God's Plan.
We all crave a sense of order, but what happens when that desire for control becomes an idol? In this episode, Kelli shares a deeply relatable story about wrestling with control in her own life – trying to guide her daughter's future when God had a different plan. We'll unmask how this "sneaky idol" manifests, from perfectionism to anxiety, and explore how it silently declares, "I know better than God." Discover the cost of living an "independent life" and the freedom found in truly trusting Him.This podcast is an offering of Seek Well. To find out more about us visit seekwell.orgWant to help? Please consider supporting this podcast with a tax deductible monthly donation. Your generosity will help us continue to invest in the lives of men and women who want to live the life that Jesus offers by learning to slow down, listen for his voice and Seek Well. To donate, visit seekwell.org/donate.
Be Still and Listen: Comfort
The lies we believe about ourselves and God often run deep, especially concerning comfort. This guided listening episode will lead you beneath the surface, inviting you to release control and allow God to illuminate areas where the idol of comfort has taken root.Awareness Questions:1. where in life do I often respond with impulsive behavior?2. What are the biggest contributors to stress in my life?Be Still and Listen:1. God, what am I believing about you that keeps me from recognizing that you are safe?2. God, what do you want me to know about comfort3. God what do you want me to do to push against a comfort idol? What guardrails do I need in my life?