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×Theresa’s story starts in a prison cell. Years of emptiness flowed into a vow never to trust anyone again. Here’s how she describes the very dark place she found herself: “After the things I’d been through, I hated humans. I had no hope in them. I had seen too much. Too much phoniness. Too much hypocrisy. Too much religion.” Theresa’s father was murdered when she was 7. Her mother died when she was 15. She recalls having to raise herself, losing her childhood and then missing out on seeing her own children grow up. It’s now in this lonely prison cell that Theresa finds herself a very angry person. “The only thing I could think of to do was pray. When I said that prayer, I was so afraid to think of the memories of my children. I was terrified of looking at the things in my heart.” God answered Theresa despite her doubts and anger. It wasn’t instantaneous. Nor was it easy. But it was real and beautiful. And it was an answer that brought her to her knees. “He had given me a dream that I was going to prison. That he was going to give me a new life. God sent me to prison and that was basically the best thing that could have happened to me.” While in prison, Theresa opened up a Bible and poured through it every day. She says, “It was the most beautiful year of my existence. Just reading the Bible in that cell.” It was a glorious sunny day, the day Theresa walked out of that cell. She soaked in that sunlight and her new freedom. But that wasn’t the end of her story. In this episode, we leave Theresa sitting on the curb outside prison, enjoying her new freedom. She has just spent 365 days hearing from God. He distinctly answered her cries for help, but there’s still trouble on the horizon. And God’s rescue mission isn’t over. Stay tuned for the next installment of Long Story Short Podcast. Tune back in for part two of Theresa’s story. Media Jeff Piecora, Good Day Gravity (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga');</p> <p> ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview');</p> <p> The post 30: Theresa’s Story-Prayers From Prison appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
When someone says they saw God provide a miracle, what do you think? Maybe they recount how he rescued them from illness, financial difficulty or job loss. God absolutely does those things all the time. Still, real life is made up of a combination of joy, sorrow, fear, pain, suffering, blessing, reward, provision and disruption. All of these intermix to make up a life. Miracles are just part of the story. Ken & Muggy’s Miracles Our uncle Ken is a storyteller, so he can tell you hundreds of interesting accounts that would keep you on the edge of your seat. They include heart breaks, redemption, laughter, danger and some absolutely glorious miracles. Ken’s experience over many years deepened his faith that God is intricately involved through it all. Ken is also the first to say there have been seasons of struggle and questions left unanswered. Among the many stories he tells is how his first wife, as a young adult, wasn’t supposed to live more than a few years following a diagnosis with lupus. And yet, Muggy and Ken ended up married, had a family and spent many years together as best friends. It was a miracle. Muggy had a beautiful spirit. You sensed it immediately when you met her. She seemed so full of life even through years of battling illness. At one point, she and Ken visited our home as I laid on the couch, struggling to regain my ability to walk, talk and even breathe due to my own life-threatening illness. I vividly recall Muggy anointing me with oil and heart-felt prayers for healing. With deep gratitude, I count that experience as an integral moment in the miracle that ultimately led me to walk again. Yet, it wasn’t all that much later that Muggy lost her own life to the effects of lupus. Life and death, answered prayer and loss, sickness and recovery – these all danced together in a single life. Waiting & Watching Life is mysterious, unpredictable, and sometimes even desperate. But it’s also full of blessings, provision, grace, love and, yes, miracles. As Ken shares in his story, God doesn’t promise us the life we planned. He doesn’t show us everything about how he’s intervening. Just glimpses. Ken recalls just taking it one day at a time, doing his best to be obedient while waiting and watching for God to reveal the next step. Ken’s story inspires us to want to live in the present. It impresses us not to wait, but pray to hear God’s voice every day, along with the strength to keep walking in his direction. During a particularly challenging season, Ken received some music that deeply spoke to him. He wants to share it with you: Media Jeff Piecora, Good Day Gravity (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga');</p> <p> ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview');</p> <p> The post 29: Miracles are Just Part of the Story appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
Stop the car. Those three words made the difference between life and death for our friend Dorsey, or Dee as we call him. You got an introduction to Dee Howard in podcast 27 . When we met him last year, we immediately connected due to our common interest in storytelling. He weaves story into his local cable show, into his work as an author, and in the classroom where he inspires participants toward better choices in life. Dee openly talks about a number of poor choices he made early on in life. Some of those choices landed him in jail. That wasn’t uncommon for him and his friends who grew up in the infamous Robert Taylor housing project. This area of Chicago was notorious for gangs, drugs and violence. Dee credits God with saving his life numerous times. He says he’s been given more chances than any of us deserves. He’s thankful, realizing that some people don’t even get one second chance. Recently, he published One Way, No Left Turn , a book about how wrong choices can become addictive and lead to a downward spiral. Dee’s hope is that his experience will help others avoid some of the mistakes he made. For episode 28, we worked with Dee to record the first chapter of the book. It’s a dramatic story – one that can easily lead to some great discussions about God’s presence in the world. As you listen, consider how God may have been interacting in the lives of each of the characters. While making good choices doesn’t guarantee safety from heartbreaks, Dee’s point is that making continual wrong turns never ends well. Not only is this a compelling, true story, but it gave us the opportunity to work with our good friend, Jeff Piecora who built an original music score. It’s been a blast to work together with these friends. This podcast is the result of our collaboration. We’d love to hear your reaction. Would you take a few moments to leave a review on iTunes afterward? Learn more about Dee Howard: Dee on Facebook Dee’s book, One Way, No Left Turn Dee’s website Media Jeff Piecora, Good Day Gravity (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga');</p> <p> ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview');</p> <p> The post 28: Stop the Car appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
Thanks for checking in for a quick update the next podcast. We’re thrilled to present our friend Dee Howard. Born in Chicago, Dee went from a seemingly perfect suburban family to drugs, gangs and then prison. God never gave up on him though and Dee ended up sharing his stories in a recently published book, One Way, No Left Turn . The stories are inspirational to anyone who thinks they’ve made too many wrong turns in life. If you follow the podcast, you’ve probably noticed it’s been a while since our last episode. We’ve been busy doing something a little different with Dee’s recording. We’re psyched to introduce our friend Jeff who’s composing music to help dramatize this story. That means an added layer in production, but it’ll be well worth the wait. Between Dee sharing a story from his book and the creative genius of Jeff Piecora, we’re looking forward to bringing this episode your way. In the meantime, if you’re new to the podcast, check out our Facebook page where we’ve curated tips and tricks on how to tell your own compelling story. Then, subscribe here on the webpage where you can download from the past 26 episodes. For now, take a listen to Dee introducing a taste of his story. Dee Howard Dee on Facebook Dee’s book, One Way, No Left Turn Dee’s website Media Jeff Piecora, Good Day Gravity (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga');</p> <p> ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview');</p> <p> The post 27: One Way-No Left Turn appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
Rescue Mission in North Minneapolis closes a three-part series from KG Wilson (episodes 24 , 25 ). As always, this story had an impact on us. Our new friendship with KG threw us into a few unexpected adventures, introduced us to some new friends and breathed fresh inspiration into our storytelling. We didn’t plan any of that. Isn’t that just like God? As he takes us through life, it’s not like he gives us a map. We just take the next step in front of us as he unfolds his plan. Somehow, it almost seems that if you don’t take that step you may miss out on an adventure. We met KG through our friend Tamara who shared a great story back in episode 5 . Partnering with KG opened a whole new world of seeing God at work. It’s also led us to new friendships. And that means new stories to record. We’re really excited about what we have planned. We’ll tell you more about that in another podcast. Today’s podcast starts with KG describing an encounter with a young lady trapped in heroin addiction. The overdose death of her friend catapulted her toward desperately seeking answers. God ultimately freed her right there on the street with KG. KG started by simply asking what she was looking for. You can see this encounter on the video posted in the show notes. KG asks, “Do you want to believe Christ for real today?” That question isn’t far from the one Jesus asked his disciples in Mark, chapter 8. “Who do you say that I am?” This is one of the key questions any of us must answer in life. This story is deeply personal for KG. He admits that without Christ freeing him years earlier, he’d have been on the same path as this woman. He says he’s sure he’d have ended up a dead man. KG’s own story is what helps drive him to see others delivered by Jesus. Learn more about Kay G Wilson, Peace Activist, United in Peace, Inc. Message from the Bench Tamara Jorell’s Bullies Star Tribune’s documentary Media Credits Theme Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sounds: Adi Goldstein – Desert Sounds , Epikton – Infernal Battle Action , Anton Verkhotin and Uniquesound – Touch Inspiration via Pond5.com (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga');</p> <p> ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview');</p> <p> The post 26: Rescue Mission in North Minneapolis appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
Have you ever regretted your physical or even emotional scars? You wish they’d just disappear. You may have even tried removing them. Our guest today shares how he thought about this as well. And then he found his scars tell stories that help hurting people hear God’s story. We introduced Kay G Wilson in episode #24 “Tragedy on Speed Dial.” Kay G is a peace activist who brings a positive, caring message to those without hope – and he’s been doing that for over 13 years. Today you’ll learn more about Kay G’s work in street ministry and how his tattoos make a difference. It wasn’t enough to listen to Kay G’s stories from a safe distance. He challenged us to take part in a street ministry event. So, on a beautiful fall day we joined Kay G and a number of others on the corner of Franklin & Chicago. He told us this is one of the most notorious spots in Minneapolis for gang activity. It was eye-opening to witness people smoking crack at the bus stop. We were there mainly to learn and pray. It was a privilege to pray with a half dozen or more people. Our hearts broke as several of them shared their stories. Through tears, one man spoke of being sober for over a year and had just recently slipped back into drug use again. Right there, seemingly on the devil’s door step, we couldn’t help but see the contrast. On the one hand, this was a park known for drug deals, addiction and violence. But that day, it was filled with passionate prayers, gospel-inspired music and stories of God freeing people. There was even dancing! It felt like a spiritual battlefield, but we never felt afraid. There was hope on the street corner that afternoon. God transformed how we looked at that park. We pray in a different way for those neighborhoods. And we long for God to keep pouring out his power and freedom there. Kay G’s past with drugs, gangs and violence gives him credibility on the street. But even more than that, his genuine love for people opens doors to share what God did to get him out of that life. He’s not afraid to put his arm around people on the street. At the same time, he’s not afraid to speak truth to them. Learn more about Kay G Wilson, Peace Activist, United in Peace, Inc. Message from the Bench Tamara Jorell’s Bullies Star Tribune’s documentary Media Credits Theme Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sounds: Adi Goldstein – Desert Sounds , Epikton – Infernal Battle Action and Uniquesound – Touch Inspiration via Pond5.com (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga');</p> <p> ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview');</p> <p> The post 25: Scars Tell Stories appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
We picked up Kay G to record a three-part series. He warned us that he was on call. If a shooting should take place, he’d need to hit the road and be there for any families and neighbors affected. Talk about an an eye-opening conversation. We began to get the picture that these calls were all but rare. Like tragedy was on his speed dial. We wondered about the children who live with the threat of violence on a daily basis. Kay G Wilson’s life is one of those stories. You know, the kind where God turns painful, harsh circumstances upside down and inside out until the person is transformed with deep passion for him and his people. Having had a childhood full of brokenness, torture and messages that called him worthless, it was little surprise that he ended up homeless, longing for a sense of family and a place to belong. Initially, that longing landed him in a street gang and entangled in a trap of drugs and violence At the bottom of a pit of depression, Kay G awoke on a park bench in Minneapolis. He had laid there so long that squirrels ran across his disheveled body. In desperation, he cried out to God who delivered him from what was holding his soul hostage. That’s when he instantly knew his life was meant for something else. Today Kay G’s life is dedicated to reaching out to those who are trapped much as he had been. He takes it to the streets, particularly places that most of us avoid. These streets are littered with drugs, prostitution, poverty and violence. In contrast, he delivers God’s story of hope where things seem anything but hope-filled. His personal story is evidence that God still is in the business of miracles. When tragedy does strike the local community, Kay G often makes a call to come together in prayer and solidarity. We open this episode with Kay G giving us a tutorial on these street vigils. Learn more about Kay G Wilson Message from the Bench Tamara Jorell’s Bullies Star Tribune’s documentary Media Credits Theme Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sounds: AdiGoldstein and ZingDog via Pond5.com and Accoustic Guitar: UncleSigmund on Freesound.org // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 24: Tragedy on Speed Dial appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
We knew this story would be different. Honestly, we didn’t look forward to it. Pausing to pray, we felt the weight of the story to be shared. This conversation would stare death straight in the eye. And yet, somehow we ended up with opportunities to laugh together with Ken and Patty as they shared part three of their personal story. We arrived prayed again with these sweet friends. There’s no such thing as too much prayer. Ken and Patti see this as likely to be the final podcast they will do together. The doctors estimate that Ken may have less than 12 months before the ALS takes his life. This crippling disease has already taken some of his speaking ability. You’ll especially hear it if you compare this with their stories in podcasts #9 and 16 . So, take a deep breath with us as we settle in at their dining room table together. Listen carefully. Catch the clicking of the dogs’ toenails on the wood floor, along with their occasional tired whimpers. The sound of birds chirping and trucks outside the open window are reminders that life goes on around Ken and Patti as they are left to experience what most of us hope to never have to – knowledge of death being just around the corner. The calmness in their voices reveals some of the resolution they’ve worked through. Always asking God for a miracle, but coming more and more to peace with the strong possibility that Ken will be relinquishing his earthly life much sooner than any of us would choose. There’s a tension in balancing this remaining hope with accepting what appears to be reality. That uncomfortable tension is revealed as Patti unconsciously clicks the cover of the ipad in front of her. If you pay attention, you’ll hear that clicking throughout the recording, almost like the clock ticking away on Ken’s life. Entering into the intimacy of Ken and Patti’s world right now may feel uncomfortable. Our culture tries to sanitize life from the reality of death. But you get a sense that as death draws closer, it actually has less hold over Ken. He wonders aloud with us which season would be best to die in. As a matter of discussion he grapples with not wanting to be buried in winter when the hard ground would make it difficult to dig a grave. Ken says he doesn’t want people to have to stand outside in bad weather. As we spoke together, there’s a sense that he’s looking death straight in the eye. Yet we know Ken would say this isn’t about personal bravery. It’s God at work, walking him down this difficult path toward death. It’s a privilege to be invited into the unpleasant beauty Ken and Patti live in as life and death are intermingled in front of them. Pray with us for these friends and others around you who face death so imminently. We continue to pray for healing, but even more we pray for God’s supernatural peace and intervention for the journey ahead. And we’re praying we would live life more fully in however many or few days we have. Media Credits Theme Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sounds: SoundWiz and ZingDog via Pond5.com and Accoustic Guitar: UncleSigmund on Freesound.org // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 23: Looking Death in the Eye appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
Hey podcast listeners, we have another long story that we’ve boiled down to a few minutes for you. Today’s episode is entitled “Beyond a Good Life.” Our friend Ray tells us he’s been blessed with “a good life.” But years ago he felt pressed to pray for more than that. He believed there was more to the life God wanted for him. So he fervently prayed for years! Over and over, he wondered when he would finally hear an answer. Have you waited for God to answer a prayer? I mean like really waited? For Ray, not only did he wait for years, there was also a heavy dose of spiritual dryness thrown in to boot! So what happens when you get to a place where you may be satisfied with what you’re doing or what you’ve accomplished, but you’re wondering, “Maybe God has something more for me?” Yet when you begin praying, all you hear are crickets chirping or the sound of wind in the trees. Before you listen to Ray’s story, we just have to mention what struck us most about our time with Ray was his genuine interest in our own story. Our purpose was to record his story, but he ended up asking us as many questions about our lives as we asked him. We get the impression we’re not the only ones who experience this authenticity with Ray. His encouragement and counsel over the podcast is meaningful to us and we won’t forget it. We believe God can use Ray’s story to speak into your unique time of waiting on God. And thanks Ray for your encouragement to keep listening to God and continuing the podcasts. “How grateful I am to God for answering my prayer.” -Ray Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sound: SoundWiz and MuswayStudio via Pond5.com and Accoustic Guitar: UncleSigmund on Freesound.org Photography: Karin Heitzman // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 22: Beyond a Good Life appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
We’ve heard from a few listeners wondering when this episode would air so they could hear the conclusion of Jewl’s story. In part 1 , she talked about responding to the prompting of the Holy Spirit to learn about revival. In that process, God changed the direction for a campus recruitment road trip to Wheaton College. When we left off there was mystery mingled in excitement for what he might do. The question we posed in part one was “Have you ever felt like God left you hanging in mystery even as you believed he was at work?” Initially, that may sound a bit unbiblical since we know God promises never to leave us. But stop and think of all the examples in the Bible of people who were prompted by God to take action, even when he didn’t provide the entire script ahead of time. Recall Abraham, Joseph, John the Baptist. The list goes on and on. In part 2 you hear Jewl share how God led her to do some things that didn’t make sense at the time. She wrestled, wondered and waited. It wasn’t until much later that he revealed how those actions would prepare her for what was ahead. Jewl’s story inspires us at two levels. 1. When prompted by the Holy Spirit we want to step out boldly in faith, not waiting for all the answers to unfold. 2. When revival comes, it isn’t necessarily a spectacle but more likely a somber, deep work of the Holy Spirit within his people. So, what do you think about revival? Are you praying for it? Tune-in with Jewl and see how her experience at Wheaton transformed her expectations. Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sound: Willam L. Pearson and Prolificarts via Pond5.com Recommended Reading Revival Breaks Out in West Virginia Victory Over the Darkness by Dr. Neil Anderson Bondage Breaker by Dr. Neil Anderson Revival Revived by John Avant and Alvin Reid Accounts of a Campus Revival by Timothy Beougher and Lyle Dorsett Brokenness: The Heart God Revives by Nancy Leigh DeMoss and Henry T. Blackaby Revive Our Hearts Freedom In Christ // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 21: Road Trip to Revival – Part 2 appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
As Brent and I planned a recent road trip, we learned it would take us through Jewl’s city. She had posted a few travel suggestions on Facebook and even offered to let us spend the night. That’s when God impressed on me to invite her to pray about sharing a story on the podcast. I had no idea what the story might be, but God did and he worked out a way for our schedules match up. Our brief meeting lasted just a few hours as we reconnected over dinner. It was the kind of conversation when you feel there’s purpose even if you don’t understand everything about why. Originally, we assumed we’d need to edit out parts of her story due to its length. We prayed about it and really wrestled. We even called a friend, asking for advice and prayer. The next morning, our pastor’s message clinched it. Unbeknownst to him he even quoted some of the scripture Jewl referred to. Over and over, we got confirmation to leave the message much as is and turn it into two parts. As you listen, think about your own road trip with God. Like Jewl, have there been times when you’ve felt like God was leaving you hanging. You know, when you sense, on the one hand, that he’s at work somehow. On the other hand, it’s mysterious and it feels unclear. Maybe you even wrestle with faith. Just like the psalmist, we may have times of waiting for God (Psalm 40). The deal is, God never shows up with predictability. So often there are loose ends that require faith, prayer and humility. That’s pretty much where Jewl is at the end of part one of this story. Listen to Roadtrip to Revival and then stay tuned for part two to hear how God shows up at Wheaton. Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sound: Willam L. Pearson via Pond5.com Recommended Reading Revival Breaks Out in West Virginia Victory Over the Darkness by Dr. Neil Anderson Bondage Breaker by Dr. Neil Anderson Revival Revived by John Avant and Alvin Reid Accounts of a Campus Revival by Timothy Beougher and Lyle Dorsett Brokenness: The Heart God Revives by Nancy Leigh DeMoss and Henry T. Blackaby Revive Our Hearts Freedom In Christ // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 20: Road Trip to Revival – Part 1 appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
We never get tired of hearing how God is at work in people’s lives. Each story is so unique and that’s definitely the case with Mary Jane and her weighted blankets. We were clueless about this whole idea of a weighted blanket. But after hearing Mary Jane’s story, we’re pretty pumped about how God is using them. Not only has he provided for her needs with the business, but the therapeutic blankets are making a big difference in the lives of people struggling with things like anxiety, ADHD, stress and insomnia. She starts off her story with this simple statement: “I chose joy.” It’s so simple you might miss the three words. But don’t. Those three words describe the beautiful combination of Mary Jane’s attitude and obedience along with God’s amazing way of providing something out of nothing. Like most of us, her life has been full of ups and downs. There have been struggles, disappointments and loss. Not the least was the loss of her mother at a young age. Life isn’t always easy. But Mary Jane is quick to point out God is the one who has walked her through every challenge. And he’s helped her to choose joy even when joy makes no sense. In this podcast, you’ll hear a select few stories from Mary Jane’s life. In some ways, they’re ordinary circumstances, but what stands out is the way God turns the ordinary into the extraordinary. And that’s what you’re going to want to tune in to hear. If you pay close attention, you’ll get the picture of a sort of interactive dance Mary Jane has with God throughout the day. It’s this relationship that beautifully colors her perspective of life. Learn more about weighted blankets at Restful Wraps. Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Ikoliks on Pond5.com // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 19: I Choose Joy appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
If you’re an avid follower of Long Story Short Podcast, you’ve seen us experiment with story-telling methods. Some people are more comfortable sharing a story in an essay-like manner. Others do better working from a simple outline. We’ve also dabbled with interviews. Today’s story pulled up in a cab. Not long before we recorded this podcast, we had talked about how great it would be to collect stories that are less planned out. The next thing you know, our friend Beth showed up and a story unfolded right in our driveway while we weren’t even home. While she later relayed the story, it became clear this was one of those times to be spontaneous. So, Brent grabbed the recorder. All that was quite a few months ago. Unsure how we’d put together this spontaneous story, we delayed publishing. Then last weekend God prompted us to pick it up and as we did, the topic started to click. Beth’s story seemed to make the message our pastor shared that morning come alive. He spoke about something called the “Principle of Best.” We understood it to mean that there are many good things to do in a day, but if we ask God to show us he’ll reveal what’s truly best. Beth is someone who illustrates this rhythm in life beautifully. She prioritizes looking for the work of the Holy Spirit around her. In fact, she sees life as a treasure hunt–one where your eyes are wide open, watching for God. That day at our home was no different. One of the things we love about Beth is that she has a posture of humility toward the voice of God. This makes her unencumbered by a lot of the pretensions of society. Her focus is more on hearing God than being worried about prestige and possessions. Her love for him empowers her to do what she does every day. Spend any time with Beth and you quickly recognize her relationship with him goes well beyond a Sunday morning experience. As she says, “It makes day-to-day life really fun.” Don’t miss the other character’s in Beth’s story–both the cab driver and the woman could be people who the world disdains. And yet she met them with dignity and she led Robert to the feet of Jesus. We personally learn so much through these podcasts. While we’re putting them together, we’re discussing and praying about everything from theology to relationships to cultural trends. And as it all weaves together, God unfolds some new life lessons. We hope he does that for you too as you listen. Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Alter Vibe on Pond5.com // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 18: A Story Pulls Up in a Cab appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
The two brothers in this episode display unusual maturity for their ages. But that’s not surprising after spending time with Ben and Isaiah and their family. Despite being brothers, these guys have very distinct life stories. And yet one of their many commonalities is that they love God and have seen him show up in their broken circumstances. (Learn more about their family in podcast #14 when we recorded their parents.) In this short podcast you’ll hear about an arrest, the trials of foster care, the loss of a parent, the pain of childhood illness and the struggle to let go of treasured possessions. And then you’ll also hear how God turns heartache and sacrifice into something beautiful. Listen as these young men talk about a few life lessons they’ve walked through. Both Isaiah and Ben could have easily used their circumstances to justify rebellion, anger or even rejection of God. Instead, they’ve recognized God’s sovereignty and keep looking for him in the up and down journey. Ben talks about the tremendous gift of his family working together to help others. And Isaiah reminds us that “nothing is too big or too small for God to heal.” In fact, they both have seen God use difficulties to bring transformation and healing. “It has always seemed to me that broken things, just like broken people, get used more; it’s probably because God has more pieces to work with.” -Bob Goff, “ Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World” Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Matthew Tanner on Pond5.com // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 17: Hope for Broken People appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
We first recorded Ken and Patti eight months ago on podcast #9 . According to the American dream, they should be on the verge of living out plans for the empty nest years. Instead, they’ve been catapulted into a dramatic journey to not only battle ALS, but wrestle with what submission to God means as his plans differ from their personal roadmap. In this episode, Ken simply says, “The Lord has really been with me through this.” How is that not a miracle in itself? Ken isn’t sugar-coating anything. He struggles. He knows the realities he’s facing. He has hard days. And yet, he sees the Lord walking with him. His wife Patti reminds herself that happiness isn’t the same as joy. Real joy is anticipation of something better – and that something is Christ. Some of us might give a big amen to that. But unless you’re living out something like the Browns, how does that truth powerfully transform your heart? Are you equipped to do real battle to reconcile your own desires against submitting to God’s sovereignty? As incredible as the transformation to submission can be, nobody chooses that road. Nobody says, “Yeah, sign me up for that.” While our hearts break with the Browns, we’re grateful for their willingness to let us into their very personal experience. We continue to pray for them and anyone listening who is feeling the weight of life right now. And if you’re not in that kind of season, can we encourage you to reach out to someone who is? A note, a prayer, a meal or simply a listening ear can help lighten the load as they do battle. Listen Part one of Ken and Patti’s story, podcast #9: “From Bucket List to Last Dance.” Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Setuniman on Freesound Anton Verkhotin on Pond5.com // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 16: From Surrender to Submission appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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Maybe you’re like us. You run into a constant flow of viewpoints on race relations. It’s in the media. You run into discussions at work, school and social gatherings. We’ll say right up front – race relations is definitely not our area of expertise. We recognize that puts us at risk to say the wrong thing in the wrong way at the wrong time. And yet, we have no doubt that this is a topic more than worthy of talking about, even if there’s a fumble or two. There’s too much at stake to not take the risk. Today we’re taking a cue from our guest and stepping into uncharted territory. It’s all with the hope that God’s healing, restoration and grace will fill in any cracks we leave given the messy topic of racial harmony. We want to take serious God’s direction for us to do justice, love kindness and walk humbly (see Micah 6:8). Derrick Grow’s story isn’t a cookie cutter topic. When someone tells you about God’s work in their life, many times you’ll hear about a job promotion, the blessing of a new home or circumstances that miraculously worked out. Those can be beautiful places for us to express gratitude. But what if God also shows up in very uncomfortable places? What if his presence leads us somewhere where we’re likely to make mistakes and even be misunderstood? What if that’s how we see God all the more clearly as he reveals himself through forgiveness and reconciliation? Those are some of the elements of Derrick’s story. He’s seen many examples of barriers being broken down simply by asking someone to share their story. Listening communicates empathy and value. That speaks so much to why we’re doing Long Story Short Podcast. You’ll hear Derrick admit he’s not an expert on race relations either. But he’s leading with God’s love rather than fear. How can you go wrong with that? If you’re interested in a deeper understanding of racial harmony: • Ask someone very different from you about their story. Then listen. • Love people enough to risk messiness and mistakes. Pray, engage. • Be open to learning. Read material by reputable authors. Derrick’s recommendations: • “Emotionally Healthy Spirituality” by Peter Scazzero • “Many Colors” by Soong-Chan Rah • “Let Justice Roll Down” by John Perkins • Matt Chandler’s podcast> The Grows Derrick Grow and his wife, Julie, serve as National Directors of the Campus Field Ministries of Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU) . Along with their sons, they’ve lived in Minneapolis for 14 years. Derrick gives leadership to 502 staff and more than 6000 students in the region including nearly 180 staff overseas. Julie helps give leadership to wives and moms across the region. They consider it an overwhelming privilege and opportunity to partner with individuals and families in reaching and equipping future leaders of the world for God’s glory. Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Accoustic Guitar: UncleSigmund on Freesound.org // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 15: Do Justice. Love Kindness. Walk Humbly. appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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The friends in this podcast have a house full of kids. When they invited us over for dinner, we naturally anticipated some chaos. It was anything but. We were amazed at how respectful and well-mannered the children were. The older ones chipped in with dinner preparations without prompting. The younger ones quickly won our hearts. Most of us may fear that taking on just one foster child would demand every ounce of expendable time and energy. Somehow Bob and Julie seem to have moved past that kind of “logical” thinking and have now expanded their family into the double digits. As we listened to their story, we thought about how so many people have things they either feel called to do in life or dreams they wish they had time to accomplish. Typically we’re inclined to feel like conditions have to be near perfect to us to move ahead. Bob and Julie’s experience turns that kind of thinking upside down. In fact, many of their foster children arrived during less than ideal circumstances. And yet, even as they’ve felt stretched like a rubber band, there’s no doubt that God’s power and provision more than outweighed the difficulties. His presence seemed all the more evident because of the challenges. How about you? We’re wondering if you might be contemplating following God into some new places in life. Maybe circumstances seem too daunting. We’re praying with you for supernatural wisdom that floods you with courage to do whatever it is he is leading you toward. May God give you clarity and creativity that rises above the challenges and reveals him all the more. And we’re praying for those of you who are opening your home to children. It’s clearly not always easy. But seeing God pour peace and joy into the lives of children who started out life in such difficulty brought new meaning to the laughter and smiles we saw in this family. Subscribe to Long Story Short Podcast: iTunes for iOS and Stitcher for Android or TuneIn for both. RSS from the website or direct . Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Additional sound media by Pond5 : UniqueSound Anton Verkhotin // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 14: Stretched Like a Rubber Band appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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Our last three episodes were about storytelling. We invited you to participate in our four-week class, “A Story Big Enough to Live In.” During the final class, our friends practiced what we all learned by sharing a story or two. And so we got to hear what God was up to in each other’s lives. This was all fun and we learned tons, but it had been a lot of work putting the class together and now we had loads of work ahead. We were leaving on a road trip vacation in just under four days! We determined to continue staying out of God’s way and let him reveal his details for our trip just as he’d done for the class. All we knew was that we were headed southwest. We had a direction and a single room reservation for the Grand Canyon. Everything else was a big question mark. God had used our class to show us the reason why we started this adventure in podcasting. He showed us he was at work in the lives of our friends and that he’s the central character, the hero of our stories. He’s not hidden, he’s right here. We thought about all that and both had the same questions. What would happen if we let God take the steering wheel on our road trip? What does it look like to live our lives expecting to see God show up? What happens if we accept that he was and still is – in charge? There are two points that we want to illustrate in the next few episodes: #1 What would it be like to give our vacation planning to God? #2 How can we share the stories in one to three minutes (just like the class)? It’s been a fun adventure. Come along and find out what God showed us, where he took us, who he put in our path and see how God does a Grand Canyon adventure. Act 1: Matthew #1 We made it to Lincoln, Nebraska. As we approached downtown we could see the shrine built by hundreds of thousands of Cornhusker fans. Memorial Stadium Capacity: 81,091. On a fall day, excited fans emblazened in a sea of red and white wait for the opening kickoff. But today it stood empty. It’s spring and the students filled the coffee shops and restaurants across the highway from Stadium Drive. Instead of a game, they were anticipating the end of the school year. We joined the crowd for dinner at Vincenzo’s and spent the night. The next morning we were packing up the Thule when a guy appeared from behind the van parked next to us and drew us into a conversation about Brent’s Golden Gopher hockey hat. “Here for a tournament?” he smiled. What stood out most was that he had an uncanny resemblance to Matthew McConaughey. “No, we’re heading west on a road trip.” Brent muttered while lifting Lisa’s bag up to the top of the Rav. He said he was a dentist AND a farmer outside of Kansas City. “Where exactly are you headed?” he smiled. “Grand Canyon,” I said trying to secure the latch on the topper. “How far are you expecting to go today?” he asked. “Moab, Utah I think, but it depends on where we can get a room tonight and how long it takes to get across Colorado,” Brent said while retrieving his coffee cup from on top of the car. “How about you?” he blurted out, “What brings you to Lincoln?” He was in town to buy a new tractor. He had a large, long empty trailer behind his pick up. He talked about the hockey stadium in KC and maybe an NHL expansion team there, dentistry and farming before asking us if we knew about the coming weather front. We wondered if this really was Matthew McConaughey in disguise. Maybe he was getting ready for his next movie and he was practicing on us. Whoever heard of a dentist slash farmer who follows hockey? “You’ll want to get ahead of this front before you get caught in the storm,” he warned as he walked toward his truck. “Have a great time in Arizona!” he waved. “Drive safe and enjoy your new tractor,” Brent didn’t really know what to say. But now he does, “Thanks for the tip … Matthew.” As we reached the middle of Nebraska, the lightening in our rear view mirror flickered. He was right about the coming storm. Act 2: Kid Curry and Cisco Clifton’s Fillin’ Station There were no vacancies in Moab, Utah. Scores of college kids were celebrating the end of the year by rock climbing, camping and rafting at the Colorado River. And no rooms in Grand Junction due to high school graduation. We finally found a spot in Glenwood Springs, another college town. It’s a beautiful little city where we found more hospitality. A stranger asked us if we needed directions and ended up pointing to toward one of the best meals we had on the trip. On our way back to the car, Brent wondered about a store front called Doc Holiday. We knew who Doc Holiday was, but it wouldn’t sink in until the next day. We set out early the next morning and then took a break in Parachute, CO. The rest stop overlooked the railroad tracks where we learned the story of Harvey Logan, a.k.a. Kid Curry. He was an outlaw and member of Butch Cassidy and Sundance Kid’s Wild Bunch gang. Harvey reportedly shot himself in the head to avoid capture by a posse outside of Parachute, in June 1904 after robbing a Denver and Rio Grande train near where the rest stop is today. However, rumors persist that the body was misidentified and the Kid escaped to South America with Butch and Sundance. Either way, the Kid’s grave site is in Pioneer Cemetery in Glenwood Springs. It’s a short distance from fellow gunfighter, Doc Holiday. Back in the car, we coasted down the west side of the Rocky Mountains while searching online for our next motel. We were headed for Arches National Park outside of Moab, but figured we’d reach the southern part of the state by evening. We confirmed a room at the Recapture Lodge in Bluff, Utah. But that’s getting ahead of the story. On the phone, the motel clerk recommended taking a road less traveled for some more interesting scenery. “Take the cutoff from the interstate to Cisco. It’s not marked, you’ll need to watch for it. You won’t regret it,” he advised. The town is off the grid – so we had to pay attention. You see, Cisco is a ghost town. We found the exit – just a small cattle gate off the interstate. Off in the distance, we saw what was left Cisco. But instead of being alone in this ghost town, we discovered five cars juxtaposed against buildings crumbling in the desert sun. Not sure what they were doing there, but the image of five brightly colored Corvettes against the dilapidated buildings left us feeling like we’d landed in a David Lynch film. It was definitely a ghost town, except there were still two occupied houses with modern mail boxes out front. The signs on these homes read, “No Trespassing – SERIOUSLY”! After a brief stop, the Corvettes started their engines and we took a queue to follow them out of town toward Moab while playing Johnny Cash’s song, “Cisco Clifton’s Fillin’ Station.” Subscribe to Long Story Short Podcast: iTunes for iOS and Stitcher for Android or TuneIn for both. RSS from the website or direct . 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If you’ve been following the past few episodes, you know we just finished week three in leading a four-week series on telling stories. The class is called “A Story Big Enough to Live In” and this is podcast is a condensed summary of our notes. We knew some of the class participants would want to review this material, but we also saw the value to anyone interested in telling their story more effectively. We started off the class showing a short video. It was a touching story of a woman whose husband died in WW2, but for 67 years she never knew what had happened to him. Through a relative, she learned his memory had been celebrated for decades in a small town in France. The point was that you can tell a powerful life story that spans decades all in a mere three minutes. There were a whole lot of facts and details left out of this woman’s story and yet it effectively tugged at our hearts and helped us connect. How did the producers boil down all those details? That’s what we’ve dug into in this episode. Check out the link to the WW2 story video below. This week we were also privileged to welcome our friend Tamara to provide a short segment on techniques to strengthen your story. Tamara is a gifted writer who publishes a blog called, My Blonde Life in the Hood . You’ll definitely want to check into it. She has a knack for drawing in her readers in with creatively told real-life stories. One of her recommendations was to use suspense (tension) and humor to draw in your audience. She suggested that even mild uses of suspense can do this. She shared an example of suspense from one of her blog posts>> We’ve prepped class participants that in our next and final class we’ll be sharing our stories. We’re really looking forward to it. Sharing stories has such a ability to help people get to know one another better. Even if you’re not a part of this class, you’ve got an audience. Maybe it’s your family, co-workers or friends. Try out some of what you’re learning. Leave us a comment and let us know how it goes. Thanks for listening to another installment of Long Story Short podcast. We appreciate you and your encouragement. And thanks for subscribing on iTunes, Stitcher or Tunein. That’s how you get automatic feeds for each story. And then submit a review to help get the word out. Every review gives the podcast stronger visibility. The point of the podcast is to share God’s stories with more people, so thanks for sharing it with friends on social media. And thanks again to Les Elias for his music contributions. Blog: My Blonde Life in the Hood by Tamara Jorell Videos: CBS News : On the Road with Steve Hartman – WW2 Pilot’s Sacrifice Honored in France Getting Lost in Translation from Crossfield News : Training for Churches Subscribe to Long Story Short Podcast: iTunes for iOS and Stitcher or TuneIn for Android or iOS RSS from the website or direct Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Background sound by: Karma-Ron The post 12: A Story Big Enough to Live In – Part 3 appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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If you caught podcast #10, you know we’re currently leading a four-week series at our church. It’s called “A Story Big Enough to Live In.” This episode is also a condensed summary of our notes from the class. If you’re interested in learning more about storytelling, this material will be right up your alley. Again, we kick things off with a Psalm that’s central to our calling as believers. 96:3 says “ Publish his glorious deeds among the nations. Tell everyone about the amazing things he does.” We followed up with these three questions in light of that mandate: “What is God up to?” “What is our role in that story?” And “How do we tell that story … and tell it well? Are you still questioning whether or not you have stories worth telling? God gave EVERY one of us the power and means to tell stories. It’s just that it may look different for each of us. That’s because of our unique lives and circumstances and the unique way he made each of us. In this episode we share a few of our favorite stories to help you get started. Then we get into the topic of legacy. Check out the video clip below as you consider what kind of legacy you’ll want to leave. You’ll hear a sweet, older couple tell their story of decades together – all in about three minutes. Now that you have a few ideas to get you thinking about your stories, that will prepare you for what we have in store for our next class and podcast. We’ll be focusing on how to condense your stories into “bite-size” pieces just right for sharing. We’re so glad you’re taking this storytelling journey with us. Keep a watch for the stories God puts in your path this week and ask him to show you what he wants you to takeaway from this material. Legacy Story Watch the video>> Subscribe to Long Story Short Podcast: iTunes for iOS and Stitcher or TuneIn for Android or iOS RSS from the website or direct Bumper music by Sons of Avi // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 11: A Story Big Enough to Live In – Part 2 appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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Podcast #10 is a change up from previous episodes. We were invited to lead a four-week series we’re calling “A Story Big Enough to Live In.” This podcast episode is part one of a condensed summary of our notes from the class. This material may be helpful for anyone interested in learning more about identifying and telling their story. The foundation for this class material and the value in storytelling itself is rooted in Scripture. Our theme verse for the class is Psalm 96:3. This passage instructs us to “Publish his glorious deeds among the nations. Tell everyone about the amazing things he does.” (NLT) What we take from that directive is that we’re called to share how God is at work in the world and in our lives. That’s, in fact, what this podcast is all about. But the next question is “So, what is God up to?” And then we want to know “What is our role in that story?” Finally it leads us to ask, “How do we tell that story?” And how do we tell it well? These are all themes we’re covering in this four-week class and podcast series. What about your story? Our lives mirror the bigger story arch. Recognizing this helps us see purpose. What happens when you see glimpses of God’s bigger story in your life? Don’t you feel differently about your circumstances? Doesn’t it bring confidence and hope, even in difficult times. The more we see life this way, the more we look for God and we anticipate his presence. The enemy would rather we see our lives as insignificant and haphazard – disconnected from the “Redemption Story.” Come take a journey together, as we investigate more of what it means to inhabit “A Story Big Enough To Live In.” The Fellowship of the Ring movie Trailer Subscribe to Long Story Short Podcast: iTunes for iOS and Stitcher or TuneIn for Android or iOS RSS from the website or direct Bumper Music: Sons of Avi // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 10: A Story Big Enough to Live In – Part 1 appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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As we sat around Ken and Patti’s table to hear their story, we were reminded of how even though we know and believe that God is good, life is full of unpredictability. Each life is full of circumstances and experiences that are combined with a unique purpose, personality and DNA. Nothing can be taken for granted except that God is good and he holds each life in his hands. With that as the backdrop, we’re honored and privileged to share Ken and Patti’s story. It beautifully reflects many complicated facets of human life. Like many couples, they had been looking forward to an empty nest and time to do some of the things they had on their “bucket list.” That all changed when Ken was diagnosed with ALS. There’s no pretty bow to wrap around this story. It’s full of God’s grace, but begs for his mercy at the same time. We got a strong sense to wrap this story with a request for prayer. Pray for Ken, Patti and their family, but also for others you may know who are in the midst of chronic illness. Not just the “ I don’t really know what to say, so I’ll tell you I’ll pray” kind of offer, but the “I will get on my knees before the Father on your behalf” kind of prayer. And when appropriate, the kind of prayer that gathers around someone, lays hands on them and brings them before the throne of grace. Isolation and feeling forgotten while life goes on for others is one of the hardest parts of suffering. It’s understandable to be unsure of how to respond to someone’s illness. It can feel scary. It might test your faith or lead you to come face-to-face with what C.S. Lewis refers to as “The Problem of Pain.” Ken has provided a unique perspective on how to help people in health crisis. Pray about them and see where God leads you with people who are suffering. Be authentic. Ask questions. Be real. You’re not going to remind them they have an illness. Chances are it’s pretty prominent for them already. Don’t avoid the sick person or their family. Understand that your avoidance deepens the pain for people who are already feeling isolated. It’s difficult, but go ahead and share that you don’t know what to say or do. Pray for the person and their family. Really pray. Check in and send notes and emails reminding them that you are thinking of them. If the person has a Caring Bridge site, a blog or Facebook page, follow their story and jump in to encourage as you can. Ask for specific ways you can lend a helping hand, even in small ways. You might be surprised at how much this can lighten a person’s load. So much of their energy goes into survival that many of the daily tasks of life can’t be prioritized. Finally, let them share their story. You don’t have solve anything or interject a lot. Be a good listener. Ken will also tell you that his health crisis has opened the door for the Holy Spirit to work in his life in ways that would never have been possible before. That’s not to say he’d have chosen this path, but he also sees it as a form of blessing not to be wasted. Most of us know that death is imminent, but we go about daily life without thinking about it. Ken has the unique gift and challenge to see life through a more urgent filter. Pray for Ken & Patti Caring Bridge: kenbrown63 Resources to Help Process Pain: “Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering,” by Tim Keller “The Problem of Pain,” by C.S. Lewis We just discovered this beautiful, interactive rendition of Johnny Cash’s “Ain’t No Grave.” There’s sobering, but hope-filled beauty even in its theme of death. Subscribe to Long Story Short Podcast: iTunes for iOS and Stitcher for Android or TuneIn for both RSS from the website or direct . Sound/Music by Setuniman on Freesound Bumper Music: Sons of Avi // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 9: From Bucket List to Last Dance appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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We found ourselves a bit weary of death by the end of January. One friend lost his father after a long bout with illness. Another lost her brother-in-law unexpectedly. A dear woman from church lost her battle with a long-term medical condition. Several co-workers lost loved ones and we have parents and friends facing very serious illnesses. And while it may be hard to explain to those who aren’t pet lovers, we also had to say goodbye to a sweet cat that Brent had for 18 years. One of the reasons death is such an uncomfortable topic is that it goes against everything that we are. After all, God created us to live. And yet we live with the tension between knowing that his eternal Spirit lives in us and knowing that at some point we will die. We were never meant to live with that tension. Death almost taunts life. It taunts love. Deciding not to love is the safest route. Do you dare to love? Share this podcast along with the articles listed below with others. Use them to open the door to good discussions. – “It’s Ok to Talk About Joan” by Kenneth C. Haugk, Ph.D. – “Living a Love Story Cut Short by ALS,” by Cathy Wurzer Books and music referenced in this episode: – “Walking on Water,” Madeleine L’Engle. – “Your Life in Christ,” George MacDonald. – Bumper Music: Sons of Avi (Les Elias). Subscribe to Long Story Short Podcast: – iTunes for iOS and Stitcher for Android. – RSS from the website or direct . // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 8: Dare to Love? appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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Les grew up near Liverpool in the UK. He was a police officer for 22 years and a missionary in Romania. He’s discovered that God uses even the most difficult times of our lives. In our previous podcast, you heard part one of Les’ story. We were sitting around the dinner table with him and his wife. He talked about the abuse afflicted on him as a child. Those shades of a dark past continued to follow him into his marriage and profession. So, listening to Les’ story, you might ask, “What’s the point?” Why tell these painful stories? As we recorded this podcast it was new year’s eve. You’re probably familiar with Facebook’s “Year in Review.” Long Story Short Podcast reminds us that life is deeper than a cute highlight film where everything is picture perfect. The truth is that deeper relationships require openness about our pain and suffering. As we do that, we’re vulnerable, but available to receive help and healing. The interesting thing is that almost immediately upon telling his story, Les told us he felt a cleansing and affirmation that was healing. It was difficult, but a necessary part of the healing process. Healing also came through key conversations, his love for music, a caring community and encounters with God. How has God brought healing in your life? We’re inspired to pray for each of our storytellers, ourselves, the podcast and you our listeners. If you’re moved to do so, we’d be grateful for your prayers as well. Our latest news on Long Story Short is we’re now on iTunes ! We’d love if you take a moment to rate/review the podcast. You can also comment right on this post. Thanks to Setuniman on Freesound for providing our cinematic music. Bumper Music: Sons of Avi // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 7: The Darkness Strikes Back part 2 appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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Pain insists upon being attended to. God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our consciences, but shouts in our pains. It is his megaphone to rouse a deaf world.” ― C.S. Lewis God speaks to us in more creative ways that we can count. However, pain and struggle often seem to lead us to sit up and take notice most readily, if not most quickly. There are certainly plenty of books and theological discourse to explain why that might be. Here, in this story, we want to just focus on the simplicity of God showing up in the face of our pain. Even if we feel anger, fear or despair, we will at some point need to decide to stay there or relinquish those emotions to him for the far better place of trust. Far better, yes. Not necessarily easier. Les felt like his “life story” was just beginning to come together. He had a wife and children. A good job, car, home. That’s about the time that an unexpected illness struck him. Life’s vulnerabilities crept to the surface. He would be the first to say his life had not been depicted by trust and dependence on God. As a police officer in Great Britain, he found much more acceptance in beer drinking and violent behavior. Take a seat at the table with us for after dinner conversation with our friend Les. This is part one of a two part series in which Les candidly shares his experience of God rescuing him from darkness. Bumper Music: Sons of Avi // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 6: Rescue from Darkness part 1 appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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We’re excited to share our first female story teller on the podcast. God’s fingerprints are all over the stories Tamara tells. If you listen close, you’ll recognize the intimacy of a life with him. The more of these stories you come across in life and the more you step into conversation with him yourself, the more you realize how very close God is. That’s not to say he’s predictable of course. Life with God is anything but predictable, but as a friend of ours is known to say, “He’s as close as the very breath you breathe.” Tamara’s blog, “My Blonde Life in the Hood,” will tell you she holds degrees in French, English and Communication from the University of North Dakota and for years, she worked with adults with developmental disabilities. She’s a freelance writer and since 2012, she and her family have hosted 18 children in crisis. This is her family’s short story of how God led them into this adventure. Since Tamara’s story involves children, we will end the podcast with Les Elias singing Child’s Lullaby. But before we get there, you’ll also find out how God led us to Tamara and her family’s story by way of Tamara’s Black Bean & Salsa Soup. Here’s the recipe: Bean & Salsa Soup About 4 servings 2 cans black beans, drained/rinsed 1½ C vegetable broth 1 C salsa 1 tsp cumin Salt & pepper, to taste Sour cream, sliced green onion, shredded cheese for garnish Combine beans, broth, salsa and cumin in a food processor. Blend until fairly smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat soup in a saucepan over medium heat until thoroughly heated. Add garnish as desired. Related links: Tamara’s blog >> Safe Families >> Tamara’s recommended biographies: Mary Slessor (African Okoyong tribe) Bruce Olson (Motilone Indians in South America) Amy Carmichael (India) Bumper Music: Sons of Avi // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 5: From Bean Soup to Babies appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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Dave’s story led us to think about two very different songs. First, there’s Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” from 1968. And, from the 90s there’s the lesser known “Dreams I Dream for You” by Avalon. The songs represent two distinct perspectives on life. Sinatra confidently belts out one man’s mission statement: “… For what is a man; what has he got If not himself then he has not To say the things he truly feels And not the words of one who kneels …” On the surface, it sounds so powerful, defiant, in control. As humans, there’s something very attractive about that. Who doesn’t want to be in control? In contrast, the second song seems to surrender all that need for control as the singer hears these words from God: “The dreams I dream for you Are deeper than the ones you’re clinging to More precious than the finest things you knew And truer than the treasures you pursue Let the old dreams die Like stars that fade from view Then take the cup I offer And drink deeply of The dreams I dream for you” No wonder the first song had (and continues to have) a larger following. Besides being sung by “the Chairmen of the Board” himself, his song seems to promise the possibility of living a life centered on you and getting everything you want in return. The second song invites the listener to abandon all those dreams so that God can replace them with even better ones. Today’s podcast is such a story. Dave, as he tells it, had the world by the tail – until God disrupted his dreams. More information on Dave’s ministry >> // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 4: When God Disrupts Your Dreams appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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It seems the longer you live, the more you realize this life can be difficult. We know too many people who are experiencing painful struggles. Illness, tragedy, chronic pain and betrayals. We’ve faced some of those things even in just the last year. Ok, you may be thinking this is going to be a real downer of a podcast. But, wait. Michael’s story is the perfect example of what God is so good at: taking the worst of life and redeeming it – just like he redeems us. His story begins at Purdue University where he studied mechanical engineering. It’s also where he was hit hard by the death of a fellow student. Michael’s been on quite a journey and we’re honored to share it with you. While it will hit everyone differently, people who have experienced some form of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder may be particularly touched by it. Listen to how God met Michael uniquely in this struggle. Bumper Music: Sons of Avi // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 3: God Shows Up at Purdue appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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In our second podcast, you meet our friend and neighbor Chris. It’s difficult to zero in on just one or two themes from his story. It’s packed with everything from questions of eternal life, to doubts, fears and complaints to God. At times his story even suggests the spirit of a psalmist who wrestles with deep questions of life. And then God meets Chris in an extremely vivid and almost unsettling way. We all go through dark seasons, wondering where God is. There are questions and battles. But when he graciously speaks into our brokenness, it’s like a flood of water in the desert. See if you can relate to some of the themes in Chris’ story as well. Learn more about Chris’ organization . Bumper Music: Sons of Avi // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 2: Hearing God on the Road to Gence appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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In episode one of Long Story Short Podcast our friend Mark shares how God transformed him from a police officer mainly concerned about accolades and action to a follower of Jesus. His concern has shifted now to invite Christ to work through him to redirect people’s lives. That completely changed Mark’s life and perspective on his work day. If you’ve ever struggled with feeling like your job or role lacked meaning or direction, check out this story and go ahead and ask God to give you a new perspective. Bumper Music: Sons of Avi // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 1: God’s Idea of an Action Hero appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…
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