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Leanne sits down with Chip Dodd, the bestselling author of The Voice of the Heart and many other impactful books. With over 30 years of experience in recovery and redemption work, Chip brings a wealth of wisdom to the table as they dive into what it really means to listen to the âvoice of the heart.â They talk about the moments that sparked his belief in the power of emotions and how embracing our feelings can transform the way we connectâwith ourselves, others, and God.
They also unpack the eight core emotions from The Voice of The Heart, and why theyâre so crucial to understanding who we are. If youâve ever been taught to suppress emotions like anger or fear, Chip offers a fresh perspective on why these emotions are not only okay but necessary for authentic living. And if youâre someone who feels overwhelmed by grief or loneliness, donât worryâyou'll hear practical advice on how to navigate those feelings without getting stuck. This conversation is packed with insights that will inspire you to see your emotions as guides, not barriers, on your path to a richer, more connected life.
You can order your copy of Chip's book The Voice of the Heart: A Call To Full Living by clicking HERE
Listen to the Living With Heart Podcast HERE!
Chip's Website: Chipdodd.com
HOST: @LeanneEllington
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In this episode of Whatâs God Got To Do With It?, Leanne is joined by best-selling author and slow-living advocate Stephanie OâDea for an inspiring conversation about faith, authenticity, and cultivating a life of purpose in a hustle-driven world. Stephanie shares a deeply personal story about how being told she was âgoing to hellâ for her inclusive beliefs left her hesitant to express her faith publicly. This encounter not only shaped her approach to spirituality but also inspired her to embrace a more intentional, authentic way of living.
Leanne and Stephanie dive into what it means to practice slow livingâfinding fulfillment and connection by stepping away from the pressure to hustle and embracing a more thoughtful, faith-centered approach to everyday life. They discuss how to create space for meaningful spiritual exploration without labels or rigid expectations, and how to build a relationship with God that reflects your own unique journey. If youâre feeling overwhelmed by the pace of life or uncertain about how to express your faith authentically, this episode will encourage you to slow down, listen, and find your own way. Tune in to hear how you can cultivate a life of purpose, grace, and connectionâeven in a world thatâs constantly telling you to do more and be more.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
You can order your copy of Stephanie's new book: Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World HERE
Check out the Slow Living Podcast HERE!
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In this heartfelt episode of Whatâs God Got To Do With It?, Leanne dives deep into the topic of spiritual perfectionism and the all-too-common feeling of being ânot enough.â If youâve ever felt like youâre falling short or like you need to prove your worthinessâto God or anyone elseâthis episode is for you. Leanne shares personal stories and biblical truths to help listeners break free from the constant striving and embrace the beautiful truth that Godâs love is unconditional.
Discover how to release the pressure of being a âperfectâ Christian, and instead, lean into Godâs grace and acceptance just as you are. Leanne offers practical steps to recognize and reject the lies of perfectionism, redefine what it means to be âenough,â and learn how to show up authentically in your relationship with God. Tune in to hear why Godâs love isnât dependent on your performance, and how letting go of spiritual perfectionism can transform your relationship with Himâand with yourself.
If youâve been running yourself ragged trying to be âgood enough,â let this episode be your invitation to rest in Godâs love and to finally start feeling enough, exactly as you are.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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In this episode of Whatâs God Got To Do With It?, Leanne explores a question that many of us quietly ponder: âIs God really in the small stuff?â While itâs easy to see Godâs presence in big miracles or during tough times, what about the mundane moments of our daily livesâlike washing dishes, taking a walk, or sitting in traffic? Leanne shares personal stories and biblical insights to show how God is present in the smallest details of our lives, and how we can start noticing Him in those seemingly ordinary moments.
She provides practical steps to invite God into our everyday routines, helping us see that nothing is truly âmundaneâ when God is involved. From starting your day with gratitude to setting divine reminders, this episode will inspire you to find the sacred in the simple and appreciate the divine in the day-to-day. If youâve ever wondered how to see God beyond the obvious, this episode is for you. Tune in and discover how to turn your everyday moments into encounters with God.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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Deedee has been a pastor for decades, preaching faith, healing, and Godâs love to her congregation. But behind closed doors, she was secretly struggling with a battle that didnât have anything to do with her sermons, but everything to do with food.
For decades, food felt like her hidden demonâsomething she couldnât conquer no matter how much she prayed or tried to âwillpowerâ her way through. Despite her deep-rooted faith and dedication to serving others, food seemed to have a stronghold on her life, leaving her feeling ashamed, defeated, and disconnected.
Even though she was pouring herself out for everyone around her, she often felt empty and isolatedâespecially when it came to her own health and relationship with food. But everything changed when Deedee made the brave choice to invite God into this part of her life, too. She realized that her struggles with food were deeply intertwined with her relationship with God.
As youâll hear in this powerful episode, healing her relationship with food not only freed her from decades of shame and painâit also allowed her to experience a closeness with God that sheâd been seeking for so long. Her faith deepened, her heart softened, and she became a more powerful vessel for Godâs loveâboth for herself and for those she leads.
Today, Deedee is not only free from foodâs gripâsheâs living a life filled with peace, joy, and a renewed sense of purpose. If youâve ever felt like your struggles are too insignificant or too shameful to bring to God, Deedeeâs story is proof that no area of your life is too smallâor too bigâfor Godâs love and grace.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
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In this final Soulful Sitdown Session, we revisit a crucial conversation from the Whatâs God Got To Do With It? and Outweigh crossover series, focusing on the game plan for success and the essential task of earning back your own trust.
Even with the perfect plan, what good does it do if you canât trust yourself to follow through? Thatâs why in this session, we dive deep into rebuilding self-trust so you can live in alignment and integrity while pursuing your health goals.
We challenge the common belief that the alternative to dieting is losing control, offering instead a vision of true freedomâfreedom to nourish both your body and soul, to wave the white flag of restriction, and to declare peace in your relationship with food.
This session shifts the focus from a mindset of restriction and repair to one of healing and care. Weâll discuss how to truly partner with your body, aligning your mind and heart to create a sustainable, peaceful life. Together, weâll also confront those sneaky âNever-Gonnaâ inner voices that sabotage your success before you even begin.
By the end of this session, our hope is that youâll have the tools to reframe your approach, build lasting self-trust, and finally play a game designed for you to win.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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In this Soulful Sitdown Session, we circle back to a pivotal discussion from our Whatâs God Got To Do With It? and Outweigh crossover series, focusing on what we like to call your âbody brain.â
Weâve spent time exploring how faith intersects with our struggles around food and self-image. Now, we're turning our attention to the physical sideâhow your body and your perception of it are deeply connected, both through your nervous system and physiological responses.
This session isnât about offering a quick fix; itâs about unpacking the deeper layers that contribute to your struggles. Weâll revisit how your nervous system plays a role in body image and how your relationship with your body is more than just skin deep.
Leanne and Scott also discuss her personal journey of overcoming body image issues and chronic pain, showing that real, lasting change is possible. This isnât just about shedding pounds or chasing an ideal lookâitâs about breaking free from the chains of harsh self-criticism, guilt, and shame.
By the end of this session, we hope youâll feel empowered to start dismantling old beliefs and step into a new narrative about your bodyâone that is free from judgment and full of peace and self-compassion.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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In this Soulful Sitdown Session, Scott is back as we revisit a deeply impactful conversation from our Whatâs God Got To Do With It? and Outweigh crossover series. If youâve been grappling with disordered eating, restrictive diets, or feeling stuck in unhealthy eating patterns, this is the episode for you.
We'll dive into how inviting God into your journey can help you break free from these chains, guiding you toward a new identity rooted in peace, love, and true freedom. Weâll reexamine the concept of the "food brain," exploring how it's wired to seek comfort and connection through coping mechanisms like overeating, mindless scrolling, or other distractions that donât truly satisfy your soulâs needs.
This session goes beyond quick fixes or surface-level adviceâit's about digging deep to understand the roots of your struggles and learning how to approach them with compassion, solution-focused care, and unwavering faith.
If youâre ready to shift from battling your body to genuinely healing your relationship with food, this discussion will lead you toward that transformation, with God as your guide.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellingtonTo learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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In this Soulful Sitdown Session, we're taking a closer look at the pivotal discussion from our Whatâs God Got To Do With It? and Outweigh crossover series. After last weekâs big-picture exploration, Scott is back with us as we're now zooming in on the crucial role of self-image and identity in your journey with food and body.
Weâll revisit why transforming your self-image is vitalânot just in terms of what you eat, but in understanding who you truly believe yourself to be. This time, weâre focusing on how to root your identity in Godâs view of you, rather than conforming to societal standards.
We'll also dig into the science behind it all, with a special focus on the brain's impact on self-perception, emotional and physical pain, and coping mechanisms, and why this is particularly significant for women.
Throughout this session, we blend scripture with neuroscience to show how integrating faith and science can help you build a new identityâone thatâs free from shame and self-rejection, and aligned with how God sees you.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellingtonTo learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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In this Soulful Sitdown Session, we're circling back to the powerful crossover discussion from Whatâs God Got To Do With It? and Outweigh series. This time Scott Stephens is joining us, and we're diving even deeper into the fusion of faith, science, food, and body imageâpeeling back the layers to explore how these interconnected themes can lead to profound, lasting change.
Join us as we go deeper into integrating a God-centered perspective with a science-driven approach. We'll also break down why our brains seem to work against us, why old habits die hard, and how scripture and neuroscience together can offer a blueprint for true transformation.
This session is about inviting God into the nuances of your mind, body, and spirit journey. Weâll reflect on how aligning your thoughts with a higher spiritual perspective can reshape your self-image and catalyze real change.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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Welcome back for Part 6 of the official crossover series of the "Whatâs God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts.
In this episode, weâre diving deep into the game plan for successâhow to carve out your own winning strategy, while also addressing a crucial piece of the puzzle: earning back your own trust.
You see, even if you had the perfect plan and the most ideal steps laid out, what good would it do if you couldnât trust yourself to follow through? Thatâs why we dive deep into earning back your own trust so you can live in alignment and integrity WHILE you go after your health goals.
We often think the alternative to dieting is losing control, but the true alternative is freedomâfreedom to nourish your body and soul, to wave the white flag, and declare peace. This episode is about shifting from the mindset of restriction and "repair" to one of healing and "care". Weâll explore how to truly partner with your body and align your mind and heart to create a sustainable, peaceful life. Weâll also tackle those sneaky âNever-Gonnaâ inner voices that sabotage your success before you even begin. Together, weâll reframe your approach so that you can build self-trust, stop the self-sabotage, and finally play a game thatâs designed for you to win.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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Welcome back for Part 5 of the official crossover series of the "Whatâs God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts.
This week weâre diving deep into a crucial part of the food and body image conversationâwhat Leanne likes to call your âbody brain.â
If youâve been following along, you know weâve been exploring how faith intersects with our struggles around food and self image. Today, weâre turning our focus to the physical side of things, and how your body (and your perception of it) are deeply intertwined.
Weâll be looking at this from both a nervous system and physiological perspective, but we canât ignore the importance of how you view your body and your relationship with it.
This episode isnât about offering a quick fix; itâs about helping you understand the deeper layers that contribute to your struggles.
Leanne also shares her personal journey of overcoming her own body image (and chronic pain) battles, so you can see that real, lasting change is possible...but it starts with breaking the chains of your own harsh self-criticism, guilt, and shame.
The hope is that by the end of this episode, youâll feel empowered to start dismantling your own beliefs and step into a new story about your body. Remember, this isnât just about what you weigh or how you lookâitâs about freeing yourself from the heavy burden of judgment and stepping into a place of peace and self-compassion.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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Welcome back for Part 4 of the official crossover series of the "Whatâs God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts.
If youâve been struggling with disordered eating patterns, restrictive diets, or feeling chained to unhealthy eating habits, this conversation is for you. We talk about how inviting God into your journey can help break those chains, allowing you to step into a new identity rooted in peace, love, and TRUE freedom.
We explore the concept of the "food brain" and how itâs wired to seek comfort and connection through unhealthy coping mechanisms like overeating, mindless scrolling, or other habits that distract from what your soul truly needs.
This episode isnât about quick fixes or surface-level solutions; it's about understanding the root of your struggles and learning to meet them with compassion, solution-focused care, and faith.
If youâre ready to shift your focus from fighting with your body to truly healing your relationship with food, this conversation will guide you toward that transformation, with God right by your side.HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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Welcome back for Part 3 of the official crossover series of the "Whatâs God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts.
Last week, we explored the big picture of this conversation, and this week we narrow the focus to the self-image and identity piece of this food and body puzzle. We discuss the necessity of stepping into a new version of yourself if you really want to achieve true health and freedom in your relationship with food and your body.
We talk about WHY transforming your self-image is crucial on a neuroscience level, and how it's not about what you eat-- but who you truly believe yourself to be.
Only this time around, you're invited to address the roots of your identity and self-image in a way that aligns with God's view of yourself, instead of worldly and societal standards.
And of course, we get a little 'geeky' and explore the Anterior Cingulate Cortex (ACC), and its significant role in self-perception, emotional and physical pain, and your coping mechanisms, AND how this is particularly important for women, whose ACCs are more active than men's. Throughout the episode, you'll hear scripture AND evidence-based research that supports the transformative power of faith.
Dive on in to learn how integrating faith and science can lead to building YOUR new identity, free from the burdens of shame and self-rejection, and discover what it truly means to see yourself as God sees you.HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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Welcome back for Part 2 of the official crossover series of the "Whatâs God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts.
Today, we're diving deep into the intersection of faith, science, food, and body image. This is the big picture conversation -- where these themes overlap, so you can simply understand this connection between neuroscience and faith...and how it can lead to meaningful, lasting transformation in our lives.
Leanne shares (for her) how embracing this dialogue meant confronting her skeptical, science-driven mindset and inviting a God-centered perspective into areas she was previously tackling through her own might, and how this approach completed her story and aligned with her fascination with the brain and nervous system.
She addresses topics like: Why do our brains play tricks on us? Why do we do what we do? Why can't we seem to shake life-long habits?
With references to biblical scripture and modern neuroscience studies, Leanne highlights the transformative power of aligning your thoughts with a higher spiritual perspective.
And of course you are invited to invite God into the conversation, recognizing that true transformation involves cultivating a new identity rooted in faith and understanding the profound connection between mind, body, and spirit...and self-image.HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Tale of 2 Roots Infographic
Dr. Lee Warren Episode Part 1: Beyond the Scalpel: A Neurosurgeon's Tale of Loss, Faith, and Hope
Dr. Lee Warren Episode Part 2: From Neuro-Hope to Neuro-Faith: Rewiring the Brain with God as the Surgeon
And here's Leanne's interview on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast: Break Free from Self-DoubtSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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We are so excited to bring you the first official crossover series of the "Whatâs God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts.
If you have been listening to Outweigh, you know that THAT podcast is all about helping women break themselves out of the food and body prison, end the dieting madness, and take control of their health for good, but without all that restriction, obsession, and shameâŠand without dragging it out for years to address it.
And if youâve been listening to "Whatâs God Got To Do With It?", you know that it's all about the fusion of where science meets Faith and where faith meets transformation and miracles.
So this crossover series is a beautiful opportunity to talk about the crossover of where science meets foodâŠ& body image⊠& self image strugglesâŠAND where THAT intersects FAITH (or whatâs God got to do with allll of that?)
And thatâs exactly what this 6 part series is all about:
Part 1 is an introduction and setting up this massive topic.
Part 2 is all about the big picture of where faith meets science meets food & body image.
Part 3 goes deep into the self image and identity that you need to actually step into the version of you that would have THAT health, that would have THAT relationship with food and her body, who would actually be at peace and feel freeâŠ.âŠand of course how that fuses with this faith-brain conversation.
Part 4 dives deeper into What God has to do with (what Leanne calls) your âfood brainâ and disordered eating patterns, and filling voids in your head, heart, and spirit with food (or whatever your drug of choice is)âŠand itâs a hole that will never be filled by those things.
Part 5 dives into the complicated relationship that women have with their bodies and their body image (and physical pain â a topic often avoided), and how to heal all of that from a faith-meets-science perspective.... AND invite God into the conversation.
And then wrapping it up in part 6, we get into the strategy side of things. As in, what does it look like to use what youâve learned about neuroscience and faith and healing your relationship with food and your body image to go create a winning game plan that sets you up to win AND one that your brain just learns so you can go live your life, food can be food, and you can feel comfortable in your skin and free from the chains of restricting or punishing your body.
So letâs dive in! Enjoy Part 1.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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Join us for an intimate conversation as we sit down with Amber Smith, wife of Granger Smith, a country music star who dedicated his life to ministry, as Amber opens up about their heart-wrenching journey following the tragic loss of their youngest son, River.
On June 4th, 2019, Amber's family's life changed forever when River drowned in their family pool. The devastating tragedy sent their family into a dark and painful journey, filled with grief, guilt, and criticism from the outside world. Despite his efforts to carry on with his career, Amber's husband Granger was dying inside, and Amber was trying to balance being a wife and mom...and deal with her own inexplicable grief. Little did she know how much she was going to need to lean on God, and her everlasting bond is what lifted her out of despair and led her to find purpose in her suffering.
In this episode, Amber shares her vulnerable testimony and the profound lessons she learned including the deep truths about God and faith that emerged from River's passing, navigating grief and the struggles she encountered while trying to support her family through their collective grief, and how this all shaped her newfound relationship with Christ.
Join us as we navigate Amber's touching story of her family's new life birthed out of tragedy, and how to connect to Godâ even when you're in your darkest season. Be prepared for an inspiring conversation filled with hope, faith, and the power of allowing God to do the heavy-lifting in your healing journey.
GUEST: @AmberEmilySmithAmber's Website: arisewithamber.com
Learn more about the book "Like A River"!
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington
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We are back with another installment of "Ask the God Pod" where we dive into a vulnerable question from Amy, a 38-year-old woman grappling with the fear that she may never find her life partner.
She asks, "How do I ask God to help me find my husband when I'm so afraid it will never happen?"
We explore the emotional complexities and the spiritual journey of desiring a partner while battling fears of lifelong 'singleness', emphasizing the importance of honesty in prayer, encouraging you to approach God with your deepest desires and fears.
Leanne shares her own story and experiences dealing with the uncertainty of dating (and the fears that she wouldn't ever meet her person), sharing how a period of "Dating Jesus" was transformative, helping her connect with the version of herself that felt worthy of receiving unconditional love. This phase of deepening her relationship with God provided the foundation for a future relationship built on faith and self-worth, and she believes is what prepared her to meet her now-husband.
Additionally, we revisit a previous episode, "How God Helped Me Heal My Fears About Being Alone the Rest of My Life," (linked below) where we discussed the gradual shift in self-belief and integrating faith with science for emotional healing.
Amyâs question and the discussion it opened offers hope and guidance for anyone navigating the often challenging path of waiting for a life partner, and reminds us of the power of growth, faith, and the transformative power of Godâs love....even in the waiting.
Resources Mentioned:How God Helped Me Heal My Fears About Being Alone the Rest of My Life
HOST: @LeanneEllington
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We are back with another installment of "Ask the God Pod" where we dive into a heartfelt and relatable question from one of our listeners, Shelby, who asks how to explore her own spirituality and faith when her friends and family aren't interested.
We share practical advice and personal anecdotes about navigating this delicate situation. We'll discuss the importance of giving yourself grace, approaching faith with childlike wonder, and finding supportive communities outside your immediate circle. We also emphasize the power of keeping your spiritual journey personal and private, allowing yourself the freedom to explore without the pressure to explain or justify it to anyone else. Whether you're curious, confused, or just beginning your faith journey, this episode is all about embracing the process and finding the courage to pursue your own path.
Remember, there's no right or wrong way to seek out God, and you are never alone on this journey. Your spiritual exploration is uniquely yours, and we're here to support you every step of the way.HOST: @LeanneEllington
To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.
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In the final episode of our "Reasons to Believe" series, we sit down with Ken Samples, a philosopher and theologian who is dedicated to helping people grasp the reasonableness and relevance of Christianity's truth claims.
As the senior research scholar at Reasons to Believe and the author of multiple books, Ken brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to our discussion of how faith and science intersect.
Ken begins by explaining what it means to be both a philosopher and theologian, offering a glimpse into his daily work and how these roles intersect in his mission to explore and explain the depths of Christian doctrine. His dedication to demonstrating the logical and practical aspects of Christianity is evident as he delves into what he means by the "reasonableness" and "relevance" of faith.
For those who are skeptical or feel "too smart" to believe in God, Ken offers a thoughtful and inviting approach to starting conversations about faith. He shares some of the meeting points where faith and science intersect in ways that can be easier for non-believers to grasp.
We also explore Kenneth's views on central Christian doctrines such as the Trinity, the incarnation, and the atonement, and how these concepts are compatible with reason. His explanations are tailored for those who might be skeptical but genuinely want to believe.
He also shares his insights on how seekers can differentiate truth from hearsay, indoctrination, or false teachings, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and discernment in the pursuit of truth.
Finally, we discuss how science and scripture align in Kennethâs view, with specific references to scriptures that have profoundly impacted his beliefs and understanding. His thoughtful and well-reasoned approach provides a compelling case for the harmony between faith and science.
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Ken Samples, as we explore the deep connections between reason, faith, and the quest for truth in the final episode of our "Reasons to Believe" series.
GUEST: Ken SamplesReasons To Believe Website & Resources HERE
HOST: @LeanneEllington
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