The Built Different Podcast with Dr. Zach Clinton

Let’s be honest, it’s hard to find time to unplug. Sure, the idea sounds nice, but when your must-do list is crazy long and self-care gets pushed off to tomorrow, tomorrow just seems like it never comes. We so quickly feel as if the world may end if our duties and responsibilities don’t get done, like we’ve let someone down, or that we’ve made someone disappointed. Everything seems like it should be a priority. So we keep running and pushing ourselves to the breaking point. But let me remind you of two of my favorite quotes that may help you if what I’ve just described is a little too close to home - “Self-care is not selfish” and “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes - including you.” My friends we have to prioritize soul care to maintain our spiritual rhythms and steward our souls well. Joining us today to dive into this very topic is one best-selling author and lead Pastor of Celebration Church in Jacksonville, FL - Pastor Tim Timberlake. Pastor Tim is not only a man of great wisdom who is Spirit-led, but in my opinion he is one of the most effective and gifted communicators and encouragers I’ve had the opportunity of knowing. Our prayer in and through this conversation is that you would be reminded where true rest is ultimately found, and that you would be reminded just how  loved and special you truly are. Remember, you were made to offer the spillover, not scraps. Let’s prioritize operating on a full-cup this year. Pastor Tim’s website: https://timtimberlake.tv/ Watch Pastor Tim’s Sermons: https://timtimberlake.tv/live/ Check Out Pastor Tim’s Books: https://timtimberlake.tv/resources/  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sometimes the most valuable treasures are found in the darkest of times. In fact, it's often in the very heart of our deepest pain and struggle that God chooses to reveal his most precious gifts. Let best-selling author, renowned speaker, and hope dealer, Katherine Wolf, lead you in finding the hope God has for you in your most painful places.In our lowest, most difficult moments, it's often impossible to see any good thing around us. We suffer, we struggle, we grow weary. We wonder, Is God at work in my life? Is he near me? Is there any point to my suffering and any hope for change?Though it's easy for our overwhelming pain to cloud our view of reality, the truth is that, even though we can’t see it or feel it, God is at work in the darkness. Our Creator is in the business of bringing dead—and nearly dead—things to life.Even now, no matter how fresh your wounds might be, he invites you to unearth his hidden treasures in your hurting, to reframe your darkness as a sacred space in which the light of hope can shine most brilliantly. So join us today for today’s conversation and allow Katherine to vulnerably share some of her own places of wounding and the life-changing insights she has found there. Our prayer is that this conversation would help you find grace for the heartbreak of unmet expectations; explore the surprising intersection of pain and purpose; wholeheartedly embrace the life you never imagined living with perseverance and joy; and recognize how your healing can be a part of the world's healing. With her vibrant faith and unique perspective on life as a stroke survivor and person living with significant disabilities, Katherine will inspire, encourage, and strengthen tender and hurting hearts.Link to Katherine’s website: https://hopeheals.com/ Link to Pre-Order “Treasures in the Dark”: https://www.amazon.com/Treasures-Dark-Reflections-Finding-Hurting-ebook/dp/B0CD3PJH7L Link to Listen to Katherine’s Podcast, “The GoodHard Story Podcast”: https://hopeheals.com/podcast  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever noticed, especially when entering into a new year, how people will do anything to get an edge or a one-up? I mean people go to great lengths and even drop serious money wanting the best equipment, training, coaching, you name it. Well today, we are going to give you, what our guest has identified as the unfair advantage. Joining us today to discuss his most recent and best-selling book is Lead Pastor of Radiant Church, Aaron Burke. Today we will be unpacking Aaron’s newest book titled, The Unfair Advantage: 7 Keys from the Life of Joseph for Transforming Any Obstacle Into an Opportunity. And our prayer for this conversation is that as unpack Joseph’s story that you would recognize and understand that the surprising reality is that unfair moments and seasons of difficulty, if handled wisely, can actually be used by God for your advantage! James 1:2-4 say, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.” Maybe the very thing you feel like Satan is using to distract and destroy you, God can and will use to strengthen and develop you!Pastor Aaron’s Website: https://aaronburke.com/ Link to Purchase Pastor Aaron’s Book, The Unfair Advantage: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400243246?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_E85X66W330TA8G9GJY69 Link to Find out More about Radiant Church: https://weareradiant.com/  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

There’s no question that this year has been an unforgettable season for #23 ranked Liberty University’s football program. I mean they went 13-0, won a Conference USA Championship in their inaugural season in the conference, and were afforded the Fiesta Bowl birth solidifying them as the Top G5 school in the country. That being said, with the Fiesta Bowl just around the corner and the #8 ranked Oregon Ducks in their sights, the work for Liberty football is not over yet! As they prep for the biggest game in school history, we are blessed to be joined by Liberty University’s starting quarterback, Kaidon Salter, and star wide receiver, CJ Daniels. This conversation is one that is filled with golden nuggets of wisdom as Kaidon and CJ discuss the anticipation leading up to the big game, their daily mindset on and off the field, how and where they find their confidence, overcoming the tragedy of the loss of one of their teammates earlier this season, and how their faith has anchored them to withstand the hills and valleys, not only of this season, but also throughout life. Trust me when I say this is a conversation you do not want to miss and one that will surely get you fired up for the big NY6 Fiesta Bowl being played in Glendale, AZ at 1:00 p.m. EST on New Year’s Day! Go Flames!!  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In the Clinton household, there’s truly nothing like being home for the holidays. With decorations galore and family traditions in full swing, the joy of Christmas can be felt by all around. That being said, we are so excited to be welcoming the matriarch of the family, Mrs. Julie Clinton to the show today! Not only is Julie, Zach’s incredible mother, but many know her as the Founder, President, and Host of Extraordinary Women Ministry. EWomen’s vision is to draw women closer to the heart of God and His extraordinary plan for their daily lives through offering Christian women’s events around the country and providing resources to help equip women to handle life’s difficulties while enriching their hearts, encouraging their souls, and expanding their ministries. In today’s conversation, Julie and Zach share and recollect on some fun family traditions and memories that will for sure get you in the Christmas spirit, as well as unpack several passages in the gospel of Luke to help remind us all of the true reason for the season and miracle of Christmas! Our prayer is that through this episode you would be reminded to cling to God’s promises, spend time in His presence, and run to Him with haste during this Christmas as well as into the new year!Find Out More About Extraordinary Women: www.ewomen.net  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

As many know, Christmas is a time of wonder and worship! However, the reality is that it’s not always easy to make the choice to rejoice when your in the midst of hardship and suffering. Often times the holidays remind us that grief cannot be wished away. You see, although grieving the loss of a loved one is a deep and difficult challenge at any time, the holiday season can magnify our sense of loss and sorrow. Seasonal events can be painful reminders of the absence of loved ones, but at the same time, we can also incorporate comforting rituals where we connect with family and friends, focusing on good memories and trying to recapture our sense of joy. Joining us today is a dear friend who understands the pain, process, and magnitude of grief. Our guest today is world renowned Christian singer, songwriter, and lead vocalist of the band, Big Daddy Weave, Mike Weaver! In and throughout today’s conversation, you’ll hear Mike’s very real, authentic, and vulnerable journey as he continues to process his grief following the loss of his brother, Jay. However, our prayer throughout this episode is that you would be reminded to hold fast and cling tight to God’s promises even in the midst of life’s processes. Life may be hard. It may be difficult. And it for sure can be painful. But praise God we get to rest in the truth of Luke 2:10-11, “Fear not, for behold I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” My friends, no matter what you may be going through during this Christmas season, you’re never alone as the true reason for the season is always in your midst. Big Daddy Weave’s website: https://bigdaddyweave.com/ God Is In This Story music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryD3D9X2myk  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Let’s be honest, although the holidays can be a very wonderful and special time of the year, there can also be several unwanted holiday guests being those of stress and anxiety. You may not invite them in, but they can inevitably show up, seemingly out of no where. Often they show up as a result of toxic or broken relationships, financial pressures, work deadlines, and so much more, and with this conflict, the holidays tend to increase our tension levels. However, one preventative factor one can implement this holiday season to manage and limit stress and anxiety would be finding balance and prioritizing the things that matter most in this life. Joining us today to discuss how we can learn how to effectively steward God’s resources well this holiday season is CEO of the American Association of Christian Counselors and a man who has invested a lot of time training and equipping others to find balance and joy in their health, wealth, and relationships, Ben Allison. Ben earned his MBA and Juris Doctorate from Liberty University and then was officially named CEO of the AACC in March 2020. He is passionate and dedicated to AACC’s mission of providing clinically excellent and distinctively Christian services & resources to all levels of caregivers and making the Church worldwide more caring. In and throughout today’s conversation our prayer is that you would be reminded of the things that matter most in this life and that you would steward a life of significance rather than seeking a life of success.  Find out more about AACC here: www.aacc.net  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Let’s be honest, change is hard. We hear it often, we say it often, and we end up believing it. Nevertheless, change is something we also desire and strive for. Whether the change involves abandoning a bad habit, developing a new skill, or making a big life change, we have all experienced the desire to make a change in our lives. However, change can be so difficult because we often shrink from anything unfamiliar or challenging. But as our guest reminds us of in our conversation today, growth and comfort do not go together. Joining us today to discuss how we can get comfortable being uncomfortable and grow through seasons of change and transition is renowned speaker, hope dealer, and Harris Creek Baptist Church Young Adult’s Pastor, Grant Troutt. Not only is Grant a man of incredible wisdom who shares some golden nuggets with us today, but he also has recent experience with enduring and clinging to the Lord in the midst of seasons of immense change. Our prayer is that through this conversation, you would feel educated, equipped, and encouraged in realizing that if you’re being guided into new territory or entering a different chapter or stage of life, whether chosen or not, that God is still in CONTROL, and if you allow Him to, He will use what’s changed and make it GOOD. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

It’s easy to lose sight of the main priorities in our lives. Things such as stress, fear, comparison, and so much more can rob and distract us from the joy, contentment, and gratitude we were created for. However, Thanksgiving can be a great time to bring clarity to what’s most important and truly give thanks for those things. To help us do that very thing, my dad, Dr. Tim Clinton will be joining us today to share a unique perspective on how we can begin viewing this special annual celebration differently. Dr. Tim Clinton is the President of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), the largest and most diverse Christian counseling association in the world as well as the Executive Director of the Global Center for Mental Health, Addiction, and Recovery at Liberty University. A renowned author, licensed professional counselor, and marriage and family therapist, Dr. Clinton is recognized as a world leader in mental health and relationship issues and spends much of his time working with Christian leaders and professional athletes. Throughout this conversation, Dr. Tim will give us an easy-to-remember meaning of the word “THANKS,” helping us understand the significance of the Thanksgiving holiday, recognizing the impact gratitude can have on our mental and spiritual health and wellness, as well as refocus our attitude and attention toward that of gratitude and praise. For remember, because of what God has already done by sending His Son to pay a substitutionary death in our place and rising again 3 days later, defeating sin and defeating death so we could spend eternity with Him - My friends, even if He does nothing else, He’s already done enough! For that we will always have something to be grateful for! So don’t eat too much, but also don’t miss the moments God has for you this holiday season! We pray you have a blessed and happy Thanksgiving!Dr. Tim Clinton’s website: https://timclinton.com/ Dr. Tim’s most recent book, “Focus on the Future”: https://www.amazon.com/Focus-Future-Your-Voice-Matters-ebook/dp/B07TWCH3P2 AACC’s website: www.aacc.net  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Life is hard for all kinds of reasons. It's tempting to move past the pain as quickly as possible. However, adversity awakens us with a choice: will stress and fear cause you to crumble or embrace the strength you've already been given? The truth is, adversity can knock you down—or awaken your heart. It can lead to discouragement—or guide you toward change. It can trap you in despair—or be a gateway to peace.Thankfully our guest joining us today is a renowned author, speaker, podcaster, retreat host, and friend who understands pain, Rebekah Lyons. In and throughout today’s conversation Rebekah will reveal what she believes are the 5 most important ingredients and rules for resilience that will hopefully remind you that even in the midst of feeling overwhelmed, you can build a peace-filled resilience for every day ahead. Rebekah’s website: www.rebekahlyons.comRebekah’s best-selling book, “Building a Resilient Life: How Adversity Awakens Strength, Hope, & Meaning: https://www.rebekahlyons.com/rlbook Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.