The Nook Podcast

The Nook Podcast

Real Faith in Real Time. Because faith is messy and rarely symmetrical. Discussions about the real highs and lows of faith in Christ. Current topics addressed via stories with special guests and commentary.

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April 1, 2025 42 mins

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This episode is one that will touch your soul in a profound way. We’re talking about something we don’t often discuss but something that affects us all—walking with people through their final moments on this side of eternity.

Our guest today is William Sofield; a man with a calling as tender as it is powerful. He serves as a hospice chaplain, ministering to those who are facing the end of their earthly journe...

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In this episode, I talk through some reasoning as to why regular, deep bible study is so much more effective than quick, "bible verse of the day" thinking.

Scriptures mentioned:
Colossians 2:6-7
Psalm 119:11
Hebrews 5:12-14
1 Peter 3:15
Ephesians 3:12-14

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

In this episode, Kellye Fabian talks about the importance of being vulnerable with God about all of our brokenness.

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasi...

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Whatever you find yourself in the middle of, take on an attitude of what am I supposed to learn in this?

Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. 
-2 Corinthians 4:16

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I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actuall...

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

In this episode, Jim Ramos talks about the importance of listening when we pray.

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I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together a...

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

In this final installment, I break down 6 ways to take every thought captive.

We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.
–2 Corinthians 10:5

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

In this episode, my friend Andrea Robinson shares a portion of her personal story and how the practice of gratitude helps her daily renew her mind.

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve wha...

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

This was a tough one, but I knew that it was a topic that should be addressed. The extremes of mental health issues are difficult to talk about, but still important.

Amie Patrick's husband took his own life after years of depression. She has arrived at a point of great healing and...

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

In this episode, my friend Erin Cluley shares about the importance of forgiveness as a means in renewing our minds. Jesus said, For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” (Matthew 6:14)

If Erin sounds familiar, it's prob...

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

In this episode, Steve Davis from Sons The Band leads us through a short bible study about how God is speaking old truths in new ways when we worship Him.


“Gather to me this consecrated people,
    who made a covenant with me by sacrifice.”
Listen, my people, and I will sp...

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

In this episode, my friend Britney Durphey shares some great thoughts on who and what should be captive.

We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ
–2 Corinthians 10:...

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

In this episode we get to hear some insights from one of my favorite authors and speakers, Simon Sinek. God ask us to practice kindness, but you might be surprised at how much science is involved as well.

This is the audio only version of a 14 day video series. To see the video version,...

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

In this episode, my friend Brandon Hair chimes in to talk about how life is awesome... but what happens when it's not?

This is the audio only version of a 14 day video series. To see the video version, follow me on Instagram or TikTok.

Do not conform to the pattern of this...

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

A portion of this episode includes Shia LeBeouf. He has been through some very public issues in the last few years, but as has navigated through it, he seemed to have found himself on a journey of faith. There is so much to learn from this excerpt of a longer discussion with Jonathan Bernthal on...

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This is the audio only version of a 14 day video series. To see the video version, follow me on Instagram or TikTok.

The word renew means to resume an activity after an interruption. Think about how often you are interrupted.

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Hey friends—this has been on my heart for a long time…

I’ve wante...

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I'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.

This is the audio only version of a 14 day video series. To see the video version, follow me on Instagram or TikTok.

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. –Romans 12:2

Invite a friend to join you as we take this journey, l...

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Joining me for this final episode of the Renew Your Mind series is my good friend, Melanie Studley. She and her husband, Seth, run Anatomy of Us, with a focus on helping couples work through marital challenges and create a thriving relationship. They offer personal and couples coaching, and publish great resources and a long-running podcast that can help anyone who chooses to have a growth mindset in their relationshi...

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In this episode of The Nook Podcast, I have the honor of speaking with Clint Zeller, former pastor of Grace Life Church in Magnolia, Texas.

In July 2023, Clint and his wife, Laura, made a decision that may have seemed puzzling, even disheartening, to some: they chose to close the doors of their church, a place where people gathered to worship, grow, and serve together.

Many might ask, “Why would they do this?”. Was it d...

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Chester Goad to hear his moving testimony of faith in the face of unimaginable loss. After the tragic death of his beloved son Corban in a devastating car accident, Chester and his wife were plunged into overwhelming grief.

But even in the depths of sorrow, they encountered the unwavering faithfulness of God. Surrounded by a Christ-centered community, they found strength, hope...

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My guest today is not only a gifted musician but a devoted worship leader who has touched countless hearts with his music. His soulful lyrics and melodies have the power to lift our spirits and bring us closer to God. In this episode, I have the privilege of sitting down with Pat Barrett.

The discussion touches on his creative process, his latest album, Shelter, and his priorities in simplicity and renewal in...

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