Cutting Edge Faith

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #143Do you think it's inappropriate to have pornography in schools with small children? Do you think parents have a right to know what their children are taught in schools?  Do you believe you have a right to make your own medical choices? Do you believe the government should be able to seize private property so corporations can profit? Do you think public policy should be made based on special interests and the debatable pseudo-science of climate change?On this episode, Ryan is joined by Iowa State Representative Sandy Salmon to discuss these critical topics and what is happening in Iowa today. Learn more about Rep. Sandy Salmon and contribute to her campaign at SandySalmon.org._________________Other references for topics discussed in the show:REP. SALMON: Very disappointed GOP leadership says House is not interested in criminal penalties for those putting pornographic materials in schoolsWATCH: Rep. Salmon discusses criminal penalties for educators providing porn to kidsWATCH: Rep. Salmon discusses her amendment on House floor that addressed obscene, pornographic materials in schoolsRep. Salmon will seek Iowa Senate District 29 seatSupport the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #142This episode discusses the importance of how we respond to accusations from the enemy and even from ourselves. We can't answer in self-defense; we must answer with the Blood of Jesus. But what does that look like? What happens if we answer another way? Listen to this episode to get answers to these questions and more. ----------------------------------Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today. Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #141In this episode, Ryan announces his new book that will be published later in 2022. Listen in to find out what it will be about and how you can be part of creating this next bestseller! Do you want to partner with God in life at work, at home and in the culture? Do you want to have influence and impact for the Kingdom of God? Then this will be a book for you.Join Ryan's Book Launch Team (Facebook Group) - Read, Review, Rave!Contact Ryan to be interviewed for his new bookEmail Ryan to share your challenges, concerns and frustrations around faith and work----------------------------------Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today. Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #140God gave us the ability to analyze and think for His glory. But sometimes we just need to wait on God for Him to reveal the solution. This episode discusses how we must learn to go to God when we face issues and we must learn to wait for His guidance and revelation. We can come closer to God while we're waiting. In this episode, you'll learn some practical tips on how you can settle your mind and hear more of what God has to say. Learn to relax and let God reveal the solution.Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today. Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!As you listen to this episode, you will be challenged to take the stand God has positioned and prepared you for. This episode discusses how the enemy comes in through breaches in the wall and how we must take our stand to keep our guard secure. The enemy comes to steal, kill and destroy and he often does it in a sneaky way through little breaches that should not be allowed. If we aren't careful, a small breach can lead to a massive problems in culture, families and daily lives of Christ followers. Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today. Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #138 What if you could go on a “mission-trip” right where you are?  In today's episode, we're talking about how you can do exactly that.For many Christians, the “overseas” mission is the mark of a true radical follower of Jesus. By withstanding some discomfort for a short period of time we, have shown we are committed. Would most of us be willing to withstand challenging conversations in the workplace? Can we show our commitment there? Why is there a clear difference between these two contexts?  Join me as I visit with fellow author and podcaster Mike Henry. As the founder and CEO of Follower of One, Mike aims to grow the biblical understanding that ministry is everywhere. Follower of One is an online community that supports believers as they learn to walk-out “missions” within the context of daily work-life. In this episode: 1:10 – Introducing Mike Henry 2:31 – The Follower of One ministry  3:20 – Is work a ministry? 4:45 – Mike Henry’s testimony into ministry and why it did not include a full-time ministry vocation.  10:03 – Defining “Faith at Work” and exposing misconceptions  11:06 – When does it actually “feel” like we are serving God? How do we know what ministry is?  13:03 – The Market Place mission trip. A way for any person to connect to their calling to influence their workplace for God’s purposes.  22:50 – The simplicity of workplace ministry and partner with the Holy Spirit  28:02 – The vision and opportunity that Follower of One offers us all.   Resources: MikeHenrySr.com followerofone.org and check out their podcast on YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms -----------------------Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP. Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today.   Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #137This episode discusses the recent warning US House Speaker Nanci Pelosi (D-CA) gave to US Olympic Athletes preparing to compete in the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.  We can understand the outlandish comments when we know the truth behind Speaker Pelosi's allegiances. Mentioned in the show:Book - Red-Handed: How American Elites Get Rich Helping China WinDailyWire Article - Pelosi Instructs U.S. Athletes To Not ‘Speak Out’ During Olympics Against Communist China’s Genocide---------Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today.Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #136Do you want to  increase your connection with God’s love, wisdom, intuition and emotional stability? In this episode, Ryan is joined by Christian Counselor and Registered Psychotherapist, George Hartwell, to discuss how we can address the root causes of what gets in the way of our connection with God. You'll also learn a 3 step formula you can use to deal with things that upset you during the day. Get 3 free chapters on people pleasing from George Hartwell’s upcoming book, Heal My Inner Child: email George Hartwell at ghartwell@rogers.com to request your copy today.In this episode:02:00 - The difference between counseling and Christian counseling04:55 - The importance evidence-based methods to lead to permanent change07:35 - Combining evidence-based psychological research and spirit-led counseling practices11:30 - How we must address issues at the level of our heart and not just behavior12:45 - The connection between our emotional state and passion on making an impact when speaking14:30 - Latest research discoveries on emotional learning and making changes by using memory reconsolidation17:00 - Defining memory reconsolidation23:35 - The 3 processing centers of human learning and how the form our attitudes and passions (intellect, emotional, spirit)24:20 - How to increase our connection with God’s love, wisdom, intuition and emotional stability25:00 - How our intellect and emotions can block our ability to hear from God and lead us to miss what God wants to do through us26:10 - How to stop quenching the Spirit27:30 - How using only will power and suppression of self can result in losing connection with our intuition and ability to deal with issues that should be addressed31:40 - The importance of addressing unresolved emotional issues and root issues in the heart so we can receive the peace and joy of God33:00 - How to know if you have an issue that needs addressed35:35 - 3 step formula to deal with upsetting emotions that occur during your day39:00 - Use the 3 step method to help your child hear from God and speak to their heart to create permanent change41:20 - What trauma really is and how to get heal the impact42:00 - How to discipline your child’s behavior while affirm their identityResources mentioned in the show:Book - Unlocking the Emotional Brain, by Bruce EckerConnect with and learn more about George Hartwell:www.healmylifemobile.comFollow George on Facebookemail George  at ghartwell@rogers.com---------Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today.Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #135We have an enemy that is constantly pursuing us for an opportunity to attack - we can never let our guard down. This episode gives a vivid example of just how serious the battle really is and how we can always stand ready.Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.org/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today.Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #134In this episode, Ryan is joined by Christian Counselor and Registered Psychotherapist, George Hartwell, to discuss two widespread problems among Christians today: inauthenticity and seeking the approval of others. Being a “people pleaser” can often go unnoticed, until it surfaces in an undesired behavior. Without addressing the root issue, Christians cannot become everything God created them to be. Get 3 free chapters on people pleasing from George Hartwell’s upcoming book, Heal My Inner Child: email George Hartwell at ghartwell@rogers.com to request your copy today.In this episode, you’ll learn:How you can more easily be your authentic self and express what you truly feel and thinkThe dangers of continuing in an inauthentic identityThe difference between being loving and being niceHow to strengthen your identity and confidence in who you are and what you feelRecognize people pleasing behaviors and what you can do about itWhat people pleasing really is and how it can affect us allThe impact of inauthenticity and people pleasing among ChristiansHow to affirm feelings of your spouse and others without having to agree with themThe importance of differentiating between feelings and behaviorsSteps you can take to overcome unwanted habits of people pleasing and inauthenticitySteps you can take to get more in touch with and tune into what you’re actually feelingHow to help your spouse and others be more expressive of their feelingsHow to partner with God in becoming and expressing your authentic selfHow people pleasing leads to passivity and an inability to get things doneHow being inauthentic can lead to problems such as: losing your voice, an inability to speak clearly, ineffective leadership and increased inability to make decisionsConnect with and learn more about George Hartwell:www.healmylifemobile.comFollow George on Facebookemail George  at ghartwell@rogers.com---------Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today.Support the show