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
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1:00:30In 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 o…
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POD 042 | Decoding Sports Betting: Balancing Fan Engagement and Spiritual Wellness with Darin White
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45:34How 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-awarene…
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POD 041 | Practical and Theological Approaches to Burnout with Liz and Tom Nelson
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47:49How 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 burno…
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TFL BLOG | How To Practice Stillness in a Hurried Season
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6:20READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/12/noticing-in-silence-05/By Ashtyn Fair
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/12/noticing-in-silence-04/By Brooks Nesse
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/12/noticing-in-silence-03/By Ben Beasley
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/12/noticing-in-silence-02/By Jacob Nannie
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/11/noticing-in-silence-01/By Paul Brandes
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POD 040 | The Role of AI in Modern Ministry: Insights from Joshua K. Smith
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52:19How can churches responsibly engage with artificial intelligence to benefit their communities? In this episode of theFormed.life, we step into this crucial question with theologian and AI ethics expert Joshua K. Smith. Joshua discusses how churches can actively participate in the ethical use of AI, from generating prayer templates to assisting with…
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TFL | The Sacrifice of Running With A Partner
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5:19READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/11/learn-about-sacrifice-15/By Gabe Coyle
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POD 039 | Leadership and Faith: Insights from Jeanette Thomas’s Life and Career
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52:50What does it mean to live a life beautifully formed in the way of Jesus? In today's episode of theFormed.life, we sit down with Jeanette Thomas—pastor, entrepreneur, and cancer survivor—to explore her profound journey from pastoral leadership to innovative coaching. Join us as we journey through Jeanette's inspiring story, highlighting the transfor…
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TFL | Sacrifice, Deference, and Belonging–it’s worth the effort
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10:22READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/11/learn-about-sacrifice-14/By Sarah Nickel
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TFL | How True Security Unlocks Sacrificial Giving
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8:26READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/11/learn-about-sacrifice-13/By Holly Justice
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POD 038 | Horror and the Christian Faith: Insights from Kutter Callaway
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51:20What can the horror genre teach us about faith and the human condition? On this episode of theFormed.life, we explore this intriguing question with Kutter Callaway, a professor from Fuller Theological Seminary. Together, we dig into the connections between horror, trauma, and theology, offering fresh perspectives on how these unsettling narratives …
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/10/learn-about-sacrifice-12/By Nydiaris Hernández-Santos
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/10/learn-about-sacrifice-11/By Brent Nelsen
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POD 037 | Critical Theory and the Bible: Unpacking Modern Life with Dr. Christopher Watkin
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55:16Introduction: Have you ever wondered what a biblical approach to Critical Theory would look like? In this episode of theFormed.life we explore this profound question with Dr. Christopher Watkin, an expert in modern European thought and the Bible. Dr. Watkin discusses how the biblical narrative offers a compelling framework for critically examining …
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TFL BLOG | Finding True Self-Denial in Christ’s Glory
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7:42READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/10/learn-about-sacrifice-10/By Jacob Nannie
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TFL BLOG | A Living Sacrifice Becomes Sacrificial Love
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6:04READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/10/learn-about-sacrifice-09/By Ashtyn Fair
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POD 036 | Embracing our Humanity in a Tech-Driven World with Dr. Felicia Wu Song
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46:57Have you ever wondered how technology impacts your faith and daily life? In today's episode, we press into this question alongside Dr. Felicia Wu Song, a sociology professor and author of "Restless Devices." Expect to hear an in-depth discussion on our human tendency to humanize AI, the crucial need to question who benefits from our data, and how s…
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TFL BLOG | Sacrifice in the Public Square: Engaging Politics for the Flourishing of All
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5:06READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/09/learn-about-sacrifice-08/By Bill Gorman
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/09/learn-about-sacrifice-07/By Darrion Walker
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POD 035 | Understanding the Secular Age with Dr. Andrew Root
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42:52What does it mean to practice faith in a secular age? On today’s episode we explore this question with Dr. Andrew Root, a leading scholar in youth ministry and practical theology. Joining host Paul Brandes and Gabe Coyle, Andy delves into the profound cultural shifts in modern spirituality, influenced by philosopher Charles Taylor’s concept of the …
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/09/learn-about-sacrifice-06/By Brooks Nesse
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TFL BLOG | God’s Extended Family and Her Vocation as Priest and Sacrifice
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7:00READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/09/learn-about-sacrifice-05/By Caleb Jenkins
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POD 034 | Gender As Love: A Conversation With Dr. Fellipe do Vale
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54:58How should we understand and navigate the complex interplay between gender as a social construct and theological teachings, within the context of the broader biblical narrative of creation, fall, redemption, and new creation? Throughout the episode, Fellipe do Vale and the hosts dig into various aspects of this question, discussing how gender is un…
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TFL BLOG | The Forgotten Discipline of Embracing Mystery
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7:52READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/09/learn-about-sacrifice-04/By Taylor Fair
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POD 033 | Practices for Navigating Faith and Politics - Part 3
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49:03Welcome to theFormed.life podcast, where today we are discussing essential spiritual practices for navigating political engagement through a faith-driven lens. Emphasizing the crucial roles of fervent prayer, unity, and maintaining a non anxious presence amidst polarization, this conversation offers actionable insights. Learn how informed voting, p…
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TFL BLOG | The Vocation of God’s Holy People
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5:12READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/08/learn-about-sacrifice-02/By Paul Brandes
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TFL BLOG | The Discipline of Sacrifice and the Cost of the Gospel
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9:39READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/08/learn-about-sacrifice-01/By Nydiaris Hernández-Santos
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POD 032 | Navigating Politics: Postures for Public Engagement - Part 2
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43:28Join us for part two of our three-part series on politics and government! In our previous episode, we explored key biblical principles for thinking Christianly about these topics, laying the foundation for today's discussion. Today, we examine the different postures Christians have taken to connect biblical principles with our modern political cont…
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/08/gratitude-for-gods-creation-11/By Allison Payton
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/07/gratitude-for-gods-creation-10/By Melissa Bennett
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POD 031 | Navigating Politics with Biblical Principles: Dual Citizenship and Faithful Presence - Part 1
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48:50This episode kicks off a three-part series on "God & Government" with hosts Paul Brandes and Bill Gorman, joined by our Lead Senior Pastor, Tom Nelson. In this episode, we begin the conversation on how to live out our faith in the political world by unpacking key biblical principles. We'll explore Jesus' teachings, the story of Daniel, and what it …
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TFL BLOG | What an Old T-Shirt Taught Me About Gratitude
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6:26READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/07/gratitude-for-gods-creation-09/By Taylor Fair
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/07/gratitude-for-gods-creation-08/By Nydiaris Hernández-Santos
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TFL BLOG | Finding Gratitude In Tough Places
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5:09READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/07/gratitude-for-gods-creation-07/By Alex Mathew
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/07/gratitude-for-gods-creation-06/By Sarah Nickle
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TFL BLOG | Contentment: Gratitude in the Valley of the Shadow of Death
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5:19READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/06/gratitude-for-gods-creation-04/By Kayla Messamore
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/06/gratitude-for-gods-creation-03/By Leslie Crane
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/06/gratitude-for-gods-creation-02/By Brooks Nesse
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/05/gratitude-for-gods-creation-01/By Paul Menning
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Join hosts Bill Gorman, and Paul Brandes in the Season 3 finale of theFormed.life podcast! In this episode, we reflect on key moments and guests from this season, including Dr. Katie McCoy on women in the Old Testament, Dr. Darryll Bock on cultural engagement, Dr. Harold Netland on the exclusivity of Jesus, and Dr. John Dyer on faith and technology…
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READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/05/experience-the-holy-spirit-in-contemplation-08/By Akilah Boone
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TFL BLOG | Contemplating the Present in Light of the Future
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9:26READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/05/experience-the-holy-spirit-in-contemplation-07/By Kelli Sallman
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TFL BLOG | Contemplative Prayer: Learning from the Mystics
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8:33READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/05/experience-the-holy-spirit-in-contemplation-06/By Gabe Coyle
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TFL BLOG | Contemplating People: Listening to the Heart of the God Who Sees Us
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6:00READ the written blog on our website: https://theformed.life/2024/04/experience-the-holy-spirit-in-contemplation/By Nydiaris Hernandez-Santos
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