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  • Conversations to inspire habits of whole-life discipleship that equip you to more thoughtfully and consistently be formed by God’s word and God’s ways with God’s people. The Formed Life is a resource brought to you by Christ Community Church in Kansas City. This podcast also contains audio readings of our written blogs that can be found on our website at cckc.church/blog.
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  • POD 043 | Parenting Insights: Embracing Faith and Family Life with Dan and Mindy Ott

    POD 043 | Parenting Insights: Embracing Faith and Family Life with Dan and Mindy Ott
    Feb 13 2025
    In this episode Dan and Mindy Ott share their wisdom, challenges, and the joys of raising young men anchored in spiritual growth. From the importance of intentional family gatherings to the art of giving children choices, the Otts offer practical tips and heartfelt stories that illuminate how parenting shapes not only our children's lives but our own spiritual journeys as well. Whether you’re navigating the early years, walking alongside teenagers, or transitioning to parenting adult children, this conversation is packed with inspiration and encouragement. Tune in to explore how parenting in partnership with faith can be a powerful, life-giving experience.BioDan Ott is a dedicated father and insightful voice on the transformative journey of parenting. Alongside his wife, Mindy, Dan has navigated the joys and challenges of raising three wonderful boys, ages 15 to 20. Together, they bring a wealth of experience and wisdom to discussions on parenting, emphasizing its profound impact on every aspect of life—spiritual, emotional, and practical. As a special guest on the Form Life podcast, Dan shares his heartfelt insights and personal stories, offering support and guidance to parents, grandparents, and anyone who supports families and children in their communities. Through his journey, Dan illustrates the beautiful complexities and rewards of parenting, making a meaningful contribution to this vital conversation.Quotes"Parenting is one of the most beautiful and challenging callings we can undertake, and it touches every aspect of our lives, spiritually, emotionally and practically."Bill Gorman "And all of life very much includes parenting."Paul Brandes"Parents, don't frustrate your children with no win scenarios. Instead, take them by the hand and lead them in the way of the Master."Paul BrandesThree TakeawaysParenting with a Long-Term Perspective: Mindy Ott emphasizes focusing on raising children to be good adults rather than just well-behaved kids. This long-term perspective alleviates the pressure on parents to control every behavior in the moment and allows children to experience and learn from typical developmental behaviors like tantrums.Community and Intergenerational Relationships: The Ott family highlights the importance of community and church involvement in parenting. They discuss the significant role that their church community has played in the spiritual growth of their children, emphasizing the value of children being known by and interacting with adults and peers in a faith-based setting.Family Rhythms and Engagement: The Otts share their intentional practices, such as having breakfast together as a family, to foster connection and spiritual development. Despite the challenges, they reiterate the value of shared meals as opportunities for family bonding, prayer, and setting a positive tone for the dayResources A Praying Life: Connecting with God in a Distracting World - Paul Miller The 4 Habits of Raising Joy-Filled Kids: A Simple Model for Developing Your Child's Maturity- at Every Stage Timestamps00:00 Exploring Parenting's Impactful Journey05:21 Thanksgiving: D&D and Legos09:20 Family Plans for Church Baptism12:43 Parenting Reflections and Spiritual Growth14:39 Parenting Lesson: Offering Choices19:11 Raising Boys into Good Men22:34 Power of Parental Apologies25:30 Church Community Nurtures Youth Connections28:37 Handing Down Faith Across Generations30:45 Increase Engagement in Activities34:41 Family Meal Time Priorities38:37 Morning Reflections on Parenthood Choices42:07 "Family Mornings and Spiritual Gatherings"45:55 Parenting Adult Children Insights46:37 Proud Parent Reflects on Son's GrowthHashtags#ParentingWisdom #SpiritualFormation #FamilyFaith #RaisingBoys #CommunitySupport #IntergenerationalFaith #FaithJourney #PrayerHabits #ChurchCommunity #theFormedLifePodcastKeywordsParenting, Spiritual Formation, Faith, Church Community, Raising Boys, Family Life, Challenges of Parenting, Transformative Power of Parenting, Emotional Aspects of Parenting, Practical Parenting, God in Family Life, Nurturing Kids Faith, Building Family Connections, Parenting Chaos, Spiritual Growth, Baptism, Church Involvement, Community Support, Parenting Strategies, Giving Kids Options, Forgiveness in Parenting, Engagement in Children's Activities, Family Meals, Family Gatherings, Morning Routine, Prayer, Hospitality, Intergenerational Relationships, Importance of Community, Parenting Adult Children
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    1 h et 1 min
  • POD 042 | Decoding Sports Betting: Balancing Fan Engagement and Spiritual Wellness with Darin White

    POD 042 | Decoding Sports Betting: Balancing Fan Engagement and Spiritual Wellness with Darin White
    Jan 23 2025
    How do we navigate the ethical and personal challenges of sports betting from a Christian perspective? In this episode of theFormed.life, Darren White, Executive Director of the Center for Sports Analytics at Samford University helps us explore the explosive growth of sports gambling, its impact on fan engagement, and the importance of self-awareness and transparency. Join us as we examine the delicate balance between enjoyment and caution, offering thought-provoking perspectives for both sports enthusiasts and those curious about the intersection of faith and recreation.BioDr. Darin W. White is the Executive Director of the Center for Sports Analytics at Samford University and Chair of the Entrepreneurship, Management & Marketing Department, as well as the Founding Director of the Sports Marketing program. He has built business relationships with top sports organizations and corporate sponsors, including MLB, NBA, NFL, Adidas, Nike, Coca-Cola, and Manchester United. Before joining Samford in 2009, Dr. White spent 12 years as a college soccer coach, earning Coach of the Year honors and leading Union University to a national championship.Quotes"If you work on the business side of sports, you're very excited about the fact that, you know, gambling is now legal because it's a way to get the fans to engage at a deeper level than before."Darin White "You need to be really, really cautious. In a lot of ways, it's it's similar to alcohol. You know, alcohol is a is a, you know, something that could lead to great devastation, and there's so many examples of that. Right? But when done in moderation and when done, you know, in the the proper context, I think it falls under the the, you know, the heading of of grace, if you will."Darin WhiteThree TakeawaysSelf-Awareness and Intentions: Darin White emphasizes the importance of evaluating our intentions and the state of our heart when engaging in activities like sports betting. He suggests using prayer and reflection to assess the impact and recommends a 3-month break as a test for potential addiction.Transparency and Accountability: Open conversations about gambling habits are crucial. Keeping secrets, especially from a spouse, can be a warning sign of addiction. Darin advocates for complete transparency in sharing one's gambling activities with loved ones.Christian Perspective on Moderation: From a Christian viewpoint, Darin discusses the balance between enjoying sports betting in moderation and recognizing potential pitfalls. He draws parallels to other areas like alcohol consumption, advising caution and discernment.Resources "Dopamine Nation" - For understanding the role of dopamine in addiction.The Gospel Coalition - Darin's article on sports betting.WHOOP - A company focused on human flourishing through data & technology.Help and Support:If you or someone you know is struggling with a gambling problem, visit here for support and resources.Timestamps00:00 Discussing the surge and legality of sports betting.06:31 ESPN integrates sports betting for seamless experience.08:18 Gambling legalization enhances sports fan engagement.11:40 College sports are rapidly transforming financially.17:05 Connecting faith and meaningful work beyond compensation.20:13 Investing in Whoop enhances human flourishing; gambling doesn't.21:37 Betting reflects heart's intention: selfishness or enjoyment.27:33 Creativity in sports reflects divine image bearing.30:32 Betting deepens engagement and enjoyment in sports.32:30 Caution urged due to addiction risk in gaming.34:55 Dopamine fuels gambling addiction through anticipation.40:45 Embrace grace, live freely in Christ's salvation.44:26 Analyzing data to help soccer team promotion.45:22 Darin discusses Christian college's positive impact.Hashtags#SportsBettingEthics #ChristianLiberty #ResponsibleGambling #FaithInSports #TransparencyMatters #DopamineImpact #FanEngagement #SportsAnalytics #ChristianPerspective #theFormedLifePodcastKeywordsself-awareness, sports gambling, alcohol consumption, biblical prophet Jeremiah, deceitfulness of the heart, prayer, addiction test, responsible gambling, Europe sports gambling, Darin White, Dopamine Nation, emotional engagement, sports team betting influence, transparency in gambling, gambling secrecy, spousal knowledge in betting, Christian perspective on sports betting, legalization of sports betting, state legislation on gambling, church attendance and gambling, surge in sports betting, ESPN Bet, sports teams and betting partnerships, NCAA settlement, college sports business, Whoop device, Christian liberty in recreation, fantasy sports leagues, competition in heaven, ethical considerations of gambling, balance in sports gambling.
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    46 min
  • POD 041 | Practical and Theological Approaches to Burnout with Liz and Tom Nelson

    POD 041 | Practical and Theological Approaches to Burnout with Liz and Tom Nelson
    Jan 9 2025
    How can we effectively address burnout in our modern lives? Joining us today are repeat guests Liz and Tom Nelson, who provide personal, theological, and psychological insights on the topic. Discover practical strategies to manage life's pace, the importance of Sabbath and community, and how to nurture a secure relationship with God to combat burnout. Plus, enjoy a light-hearted moment as our guests share their favorite ice cream flavors. Join us for a concise, impactful discussion on finding balance and fulfillment amid life's demands.BioTom Nelson is the Lead Senior Pastor of Christ Community Church, which he founded over 30 years ago, and serves as president of Made to Flourish, a network empowering pastors to promote human flourishing. He is the author of *Work Matters*, *Economics of Neighborly Love*, and *The Flourishing Pastor*, and speaks nationally on faith, work, and economics. Tom holds degrees from Dallas Theological Seminary and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, serves on the board of regents at Trinity International University, and lives in Leawood, Kansas with his wife, Liz, and their two grown children.Liz Nelson holds an MA in Counseling from MidAmerica Nazarene University and is a Clinically Licensed Professional Counselor in Kansas. Specializing in adult counseling for individuals and couples, she utilizes psychodynamic theory and an attachment perspective to address personal and relational struggles. With over two decades of experience in the Kansas City non-profit community, Elizabeth is dedicated to supporting leaders, caregivers, and volunteers and practices at re:Vive Hope Link Counseling in Overland Park.Quotes"Burnout is definitely on the increase. I mean, there's all kinds of validation scientifically that it is wearing us down. It is ruining our health. It can ruin individual economic, scenarios. But, most of all, I would put it on a spectrum. I would say, burnout is, not just how we relate to others, it's how we relate to ourselves."Liz Nelson"Who are the people we trust that if we hit rock bottom, they aren't gonna walk out the door on us. They're gonna listen well. They're gonna pay attention, and they're gonna journey with us in our recovery."Liz Nelson"I don't ever remember in my early years of pastoring where there was the level of conversation around burnout. And I think across the spectrum of mental health professionals, professionals who work in the caring kind of places, there is a shocking amplification of that in people's lives."Tom Nelson"God does not expect or give us more to do than we can handle. I mean fundamentally, and most of that pace that's unsustainable, too hard, burns us out, exhausts us, is driven by other false ideas or impoverished ideas about ourselves, about life."Tom NelsonThree TakeawaysHolistic and Community-Centered Solutions: Burnout affects emotional, physical, vocational, and spiritual aspects of life. Recognizing burnout early and taking a holistic approach—including understanding personal limits, maintaining healthy rhythms, and relying on community support—is vital. Biblical Insights and Stories: The story of Elijah from 1 Kings 19 illustrated the nature of burnout. Tom Nelson discusses Elijah's depletion, isolation, and fear, and the episode drew parallels between biblical themes and modern experiences. Practical insights, such as the importance of rest and celebrating achievements, are framed within biblical teachings like Psalm 23 and Jesus' invitation to the weary.Practical Strategies for Preventing Burnout: Strategies to manage life’s pace and prevent burnout included maintaining a weekly Sabbath, ensuring healthy sleep patterns, and prioritizing appropriately based on life’s seasons. The framework of "pace, patterns, and people" was emphasized, along with identifying personal triggers and seeking community support. The episode concluded with advice for fostering joy and flourishing through intentional lifestyle changes.Resources BookAttachments: Why You Love, Feel, and Act the Way You Do - Tim Clinton & Gary CibcyTimestamps00:00 Introduction04:34 Trusted confidants offer truth during distress.09:15 Increased burnout conversations among care professionals.13:01 Elijah increases isolation; discusses safety net importance.14:14 Celebrate achievements to prevent burnout.18:14 Engagement, withdrawal, sabbatical, burnout: Elijah's story teaches.22:41 PACE pattern prevents unsustainable, hurried life pace.25:04 Identify triggers in prayer and community discussions.28:23 Secure, supportive relationships transform and support lives.30:25 You are not responsible for others' happiness.35:57 Jesus leads as the Good Shepherd to rest.39:21 Prioritizing God's presence over people's presence.40:40 God's grace guides choices for joyful living.44:48 Thank you for your inspiring conversation and expertise.46:37 Thanks for joining the Form Life podcast.Hashtags#BurnoutAwareness #SpiritualRest #HolisticHealth #CommunitySupport #...
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    48 min

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