5 MAR 2024 · Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode I talk to John Price III about his journey in understanding biblical manhood. We also talk about cultural influences on our understanding of biblical manhood, struggles we face as men, and much more. Biblical masculinity is about following the example of Jesus, seeking Him above all else, and loving and serving others. We have been told for too long that being a man is about charisma instead of character. Let's get back to a biblical view of what it means to be a man who seeks God above all else! Men On Purpose Links: Website: menonpurpose.podia.com YouTube: @menonpurpose -------------------- Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100789866-15232146 Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out http://covenanteyes.com/ for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! (Code can only be used for web based sign up, then after signing up through the web you can use the app). -------------------- Please consider donating to help keep the podcast going: Venmo: @journeypodcastnetwork Cash App: $LightHouseSP Send from PayPal: http://paypal.me/LighthouseSP -------------------- Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @wavebeatsmusic. License certificate on file. Credits: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk Track Info: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036

27 FEB 2024 · Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode I talk about accountability software. It has been a conversation I've had with other men lately and I want to address it. My fear is that too many men are living out of fear instead of the freedom that we were saved for. We don't have to white knuckle our sin. If we love God and we want to seek Him, we can choose to grow in holiness and our love for Him. Main thoughts for this episode: - Boundaries and guard rails are good but they don't give power to obey them or keep them. They don't give us the power to love Christ more. - True love COSTS something, and our love must fuel our acts of devotion. Application Questions: - Are you viewing your sin in light of the freedom that God wants for you? - Or are you white knuckling your sin and only thinking about not sinning? - Is your obedience motivated by love for Christ or is it motivated by fear, shame, or something else? - What small steps can you take TODAY to change your thinking and move foward in the freedom Christ has for you?! - To change your thinking from "not sinning" to growing in holiness and love for Christ. -------------------- Affiliate Partners Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out http://covenanteyes.com/ for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! (Only applies to web based sign up only. Cannot use code to sign up through the app on initial setup.) Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100789866-15232146 -------------------- Please consider donating to help keep the podcast going: Venmo: @journeypodcastnetwork Cash App: $LightHouseSP PayPal: http://paypal.me/LighthouseSP -------------------- Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-prodigal-journey--4601118/support.

19 FEB 2024 · Welcome to The Prodigal Journey! This is a community and a safe place to be vulnerable and share stories of life change, and every journey matters. We want to love people like Christ does. We aren’t afraid to ask questions that help us grow in our faith, wrestle through raw and honest conversations, and celebrate who we are in Christ, giving Him the ultimate glory! -------------------- Please consider donating to help keep the podcast going: Venmo: @journeypodcastnetwork Cash App: $LightHouseSP Send from PayPal: http://paypal.me/LighthouseSP Debit/Credit: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=JXLVT4DXYTQDN -------------------- Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @wavebeatsmusic. License certificate on file. Credits: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk Track Info: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-prodigal-journey--4601118/support.

26 DEC 2023 · Sensitive Content Disclaimer: On this episode we will be talking about sensitive topics related to abuse that may not be suitable for all audiences. We hope and pray that the open conversation on this episode brings education and hope. However, if you are likely to be adversely impacted by these topics, please refrain from listening. -------------------- Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode I talk to my wife Dawn and we explore the different complexities that abuse victims experience when they are trying to leave an abusive relationship. It is not always easy or simple. There is trauma and so many other things that have an affect on a victim's ability to leave. If you want to hear a different part of her story where she talks about "Suicide Loss, Grief, and Mental Illness", you can find that episode on these links below: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/suicide-loss-grief-and-mental-illness-with-dawn-and-ryan/id1631027030?i=1000590822620 | https://open.spotify.com/episode/2dTNeRgcRKhCclGd1wvoZk?si=5J5qZ1D8RgWDbl6GsYYwTw | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HUhYvIrm7Q&list=PLOsdNX-BpW0JvAcILB4ymPNF5tQNx2IBr&index=14 -------------------- If you are experiecing domestic abuse and need a safe place to go, The Hiding Place is a non profit ministry that can provide transitional safe housing for you. Please reach out to their 24/7 hotline at (888) 341-9568 if you need help. They are located on a 40 acre safe property at an undisclosed location in Pickens County, SC. Not only do they provide safe housing but they are partnered with other oganizations within the community so they can provide you with trauma counseling, group counseling, community support groups, job training, case management, financial literacy classes, transportation, job placement, etc. For more details or if you want to help in any way you can call their office at (864) 424-7865. The Hiding Place is a non profit ministry of Channel Missions. You can find more info on their website https://channelmissions.org/the-hiding-place. I personally know the 2 women who run The Hiding Place and they are women who are committed to helping people recover from domestic abuse, but more than that they love Jesus and want others to experience that love through their healing. -------------------- Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out http://covenanteyes.com/ for more information.If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! -------------------- Please consider donating to help keep the podcast going: Venmo: @journeypodcastnetwork Cash App: $LightHouseSP Send from PayPal: http://paypal.me/LighthouseSP Debit/Credit: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=JXLVT4DXYTQDN -------------------- Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @wavebeatsmusic. License certificate on file. Credits: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk Track Info: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-prodigal-journey--4601118/support.

5 DEC 2023 · Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode we talk through what has been happening for us through the summer and what God has been teaching us about punishment and provision. We look at the life of Job and talk about a few key points: - Bad things happening do not mean punishment. - As Christians how should we respond in spite of the bad things? - What does it look like to deepen our dependence on God in the good times as well as the bad? And so much more!!! Join us for an honest and vulnerable conversation. --------------- Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out http://covenanteyes.com/ for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! Full Disclosure: These are affiliate programs. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. --------------- Please consider donating to help keep the podcast going: Venmo: @‌journeypodcastnetwork Cash App: $LightHouseSP Send from PayPal: http://paypal.me/LighthouseSP Debit/Credit: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=JXLVT4DXYTQDN --------------- Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @‌wavebeatsmusic. License certificate on file. Credits: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk Track Info: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036

16 APR 2023 · Sensitive Content Disclaimer: On this episode we will be talking about sensitive topics such as abuse, alcohol, and some other topics that may not be suitable for all audiences. We hope and pray that the open conversation on this episode brings education and hope. However, if you are likely to be adversely impacted by these topics, please refrain from listening. Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode we interview Shayla Reneé, who is a wife, mother, speaker, bestselling author, and certified victim advocate. She uses her own story to be able to speak to abuse victims about how they can overcome abuse and toxic relationships, and be able to re build their lives in order to thrive and see Jesus. Please be sure to check out her bio on our NEW WEBSITE, theprodigaljourney.com. Her bio will be connected to this episode under the episode page, and you can find her info there. Also, check out Shayla's podcast, "Take Back Your Life"! You can find the link through her website. --------------- Amazon links for Shayla Reneé's book, "He Almost Stole My Life": Paperback: https://amzn.to/43PDjE3 Hardcover: https://amzn.to/3L4tPNC Workbook (Kindle Edition): https://amzn.to/3UI6xQX Be sure to check out other links and helpful resources on our website under the "Resources" page! Full Disclosure: The Prodigal Journey is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. The links above are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. --------------- Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out http://covenanteyes.com/ for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! Full Disclosure: These are affiliate programs. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. --------------- Please consider donating to help keep the podcast going: Venmo: @‌journeypodcastnetwork Cash App: $LightHouseSP Send from PayPal: http://paypal.me/LighthouseSP Debit/Credit: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=JXLVT4DXYTQDN --------------- Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @‌wavebeatsmusic. License certificate on file. Credits: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk Track Info: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036

19 MAR 2023 · Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode, Dawn and I talk through what it looks like to be living in areas of concern vs living in our areas of responsibllity. Even when living in our areas of responsibility, God wants us to trust Him with the outcomes! ———————————— Amazon Links: "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey Paperback - https://amzn.to/3z94HyJ Kindle - https://amzn.to/3Z1A4Wn Full Disclosure: The Prodigal Journey is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. Some of the links below are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. ———————————— Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100789866-15232146 Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out http://covenanteyes.com/ for more information.If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! Full Disclosure: At no additional cost to you, The Prodigal Journey receices a small commission through our affiliate partners when you use our codes or sign up through our links. ———————————— Please consider donating to help keep the podcast going: Venmo: @‌journeypodcastnetwork Cash App: $LightHouseSP Send from PayPal: http://paypal.me/LighthouseSP Debit/Credit: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=JXLVT4DXYTQDN ———————————— Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @‌wavebeatsmusic. License certificate on file. Credits: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk Track Info: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036

27 FEB 2023 · Sensitive Content Disclaimer: On this episode we will be talking about sensitive topics such as pornography and sexual brokenness that may not be suitable for all audiences. We hope and pray that the open conversation on this episode brings education and hope. However, if you are likely to be adversely impacted by these topics, please refrain from listening. Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode we dive into part 2 of our series. If you haven't had the chance to listen to part 1 yet, make sure you go back and listen to it (Episode 15). In part 1 we discussed the first three unhealthy ways of relating, and how we can move into a healthy way of relating: - Moving from control to freedom. - Moving from objectifcation to honor. - Moving from speed to gradual. In part 2 we talk about the last three unhealthy ways of relating, and how we can move into a healthy way of relating: - Moving from hunger to desire. - Moving from isolation to communion. - Moving from fantasy to authenticity. ———————————— Helpful Resources: Red Like Blood: Confrontations with Grace - https://amzn.to/3xWjhc6 - Kindle version - https://amzn.to/3kvNgVb The Psychology of Porn: Essays on Porn, Objectification, and Healing - https://amzn.to/3llJVbc - Kindle version - https://amzn.to/3DY9cio The Sexually Healthy Man: Essays on Spirituality, Sexuality, and Restoration - https://amzn.to/3RQbYMg - Kindle version - https://amzn.to/3RQTxHl How Not to Be an *ss: Essays on Becoming a Good & Safe Man - https://amzn.to/3loqr5L - Kindle version - https://amzn.to/40MSSdT Surfing for God: Discovering the Divine Desire Beneath Sexual Struggle - https://amzn.to/3Il2jKB - Kindle version - https://amzn.to/3YGWqwu Full Disclosure: The Prodigal Journey is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. Some of the links below are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. ———————————— Please consider donating to help keep the podcast going: Venmo: @journeypodcastnetwork Cash App: $LightHouseSP Send from PayPal: http://paypal.me/LighthouseSP Debit/Credit: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=JXLVT4DXYTQDN ———————————— Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100789866-15232146 Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out http://covenanteyes.com/ for more information. To sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! ———————————— Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @wavebeatsmusic. License certificate on file. Credits: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk Track Info: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036

12 FEB 2023 · Sensitive Content Disclaimer: On this episode we will be talking about sensitive topics such as pornography and sexual brokenness that may not be suitable for all audiences. We hope and pray that the open conversation on this episode brings education and hope. However, if you are likely to be adversely impacted by these topics, please refrain from listening. Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode, we talk about some things I've been learning about a "Pornified Style of Relating". In Part 1 we walk through the first three categories of unhealthy relating and also talk about what it looks like when we are living in a redeemed category or relating that honors God. The PSR is not original to me and is taken from the book, "The Psychology of Porn: Essays on Porn, Objectification, and Healing", by Andrew Bauman (Check him out @DrAJB on YouTube). First three categories of the PSR: - Control to freedom - Objectification to honor - Speed to gradual _________ Helpful Resources: The Psychology of Porn: Essays on Porn, Objectification, and Healing - https://amzn.to/3llJVbc - Kindle version - https://amzn.to/3DY9cio The Sexually Healthy Man: Essays on Spirituality, Sexuality, and Restoration - https://amzn.to/3RQbYMg - Kindle version - https://amzn.to/3RQTxHl How Not to Be an *ss: Essays on Becoming a Good & Safe Man - https://amzn.to/3loqr5L - Kindle version - https://amzn.to/40MSSdT Surfing for God: Discovering the Divine Desire Beneath Sexual Struggle - https://amzn.to/3Il2jKB - Kindle version - https://amzn.to/3YGWqwu Full Disclosure: The Prodigal Journey is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. The links above are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. __________ Please consider donating to help keep the podcast going: Venmo: @journeypodcastnetwork Cash App: $LightHouseSP Send from PayPal: paypal.me/LighthouseSP Debit/Credit: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=JXLVT4DXYTQDN __________ Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100789866-15232146 Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out covenanteyes.com for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! (website sign up only) Disclosure: The Prodigal Journey is an affiliate partner with Covenant Eyes, which means, at no extra cost to you, when you sign up through the webite using our code, we receive a small commission that helps keep the podcast going. __________ Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @wavebeatsmusic. License certificate on file. Credits: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk Track Info: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036

22 JAN 2023 · Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode I walk through a few verses in Daniel 10. We recently finished Daniel at our church and I wanted to share a few thoughts that God was teaching me from this chapter. I hope this episode is helpful and gets you thinking about some things as the new year is underway. Here are a few application questions to think through. - What lesser things do you need to give up in order to receive something greater from God? (Daniel 10:3) - Is there something you can identify in your life that you need to give up for a season, in order to make space for God to work? - Are you doing things to receive affirmation from others? Or are you doing things because you are resting in the affirmation that God has given you as His child? (Daniel 10:10-11, 19) - In what ways are you seeking affirmation from others to find your value? - What needs to change in your thinking and behavior to show that you are finding your value in God's affirmation of you as His child? - Is affirmation your END goal, or is affirmation from God the BEGINNING of what motivates you to move forward in strength? (Daniel 10:10-11,19) ———————————— Please consider donating to help keep the podcast going: Venmo: @journeypodcastnetwork Cash App: $LightHouseSP Send from PayPal: paypal.me/LighthouseSP Debit/Credit: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=JXLVT4DXYTQDN ———————————— Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100789866-15232146 Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out covenanteyes.com for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free. ———————————— Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @WavebeatsMusic. License certificate on file. CREDITS: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk TRACK INFO: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036