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Field Guide for Kingdom Families

Release Date: 06/03/2025

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Field Guide for Kingdom Families

In this final episode of the season, we reflect on the journey of flourishing in faith, discussing the importance of understanding God's will, maintaining a posture of praise, and embracing the process of growth. We emphasize the significance of worship, surrender, and recognizing the unique fruit each individual can produce on our spiritual journeys. The conversation culminates in the reminder that living with an eternal perspective changes everything. Chapters 00:00 - Flourishing Through Seasons of Growth 03:14 - The Power of Praise in Every Season 05:38 - Understanding God's Will and Timing...

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Field Guide for Kingdom Families

In this episode of the Field Guide for Kingdom Families Podcast, we explore the themes of pruning, growth, and the complexities of joy and suffering. We share personal stories and insights on how God uses pruning to transform beliefs and foster deeper connections with Him. We converse about the distinction between grief and discouragement, the power of compassion in validating others' pain, and the transformative nature of faith in the midst of trials. 00:00 - Life Lately 03:35 - The Process of Pruning and Growth 12:10 - Understanding Suffering and God's Character 17:26 - The Journey of...

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11. Budding Strengths, Talents & Giftings | Blossom show art 11. Budding Strengths, Talents & Giftings | Blossom

Field Guide for Kingdom Families

In this episode of The Field Guide for Kingdom Families podcast, we talk about gifts, talents and natural abilities. We break down spiritual gifts and discuss how to be good stewards of the things God has placed inside of us so that they blossom in season to glorify Him and bless the world around us. 00:00 - Celebrating Identity and Growth 02:37 - Understanding Giftings: Natural vs. Spiritual 04:15 - The Parable of the Talents 09:51 - Recognizing and Embracing Our Strengths 15:25 - The Impact of Blossoming on Others 24:47 - Exploring Spiritual Gifts 30:32 - Experiencing God's Love Through...

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10. Discerning Seasonal Assignments | Sprout show art 10. Discerning Seasonal Assignments | Sprout

Field Guide for Kingdom Families

In this episode of The Field Guide for Kingdom Families podcast, we share about seasonal assignments, using the illustration of leaves on a tree. Just leaves change with the seasons, so will our assignments. We talk about how to discern the time we’re in and how to embrace the beauty of each season, whether barren, blossoming, or transitioning between.  Chapters 00:00 - Embracing Seasonal Transitions 02:57 - Understanding Assignments and Their Seasons 06:13 - Discerning God’s Timing in Assignments 08:56 - The Importance of Surrendering Control 12:00 - Recognizing Signs of...

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9. Uprooting Demonic Oppression, Trauma & Offense | Weed show art 9. Uprooting Demonic Oppression, Trauma & Offense | Weed

Field Guide for Kingdom Families

In this episode of The Field Guide for Kingdom Families podcast, we talk about weeds that choke out our spiritual growth. Weeds illustrate demonic oppression, trauma and offense. We share practical tools to remove each weed and testify of weeds that we have dealt with in ourselves and our kids. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Reliving Childhood Memories 03:12 - Facing Intimidation and Fear 05:20 - Identifying Weeds in Our Lives 07:19 - The Power of Words and Rejection 11:42 - Understanding Trauma and Demons 16:38 - Healing Through the Presence of God 20:39 - Redeeming Negative Memories Through Prayer 22:02 -...

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8. Identifying our Biblical Priorities & Callings | Branch show art 8. Identifying our Biblical Priorities & Callings | Branch

Field Guide for Kingdom Families

In this episode of The Field Guide for Kingdom Families podcast, we talk about our burdens and callings, using the illustration of the branches on an olive tree. God has given us core branches to nourish first, and then outer branches that bear fruit in season as we trust God to multiply our time and talents. We share our journey of discovering and pursuing our callings in seasons of blossoming and pruning. 00:00 - Celebrating May: Birthdays and Foster Care Awarness Month 03:03 - Personal Connections: Family and New Beginnings 04:56 - Exploring Callings and Burdens 07:08 - Understanding Our...

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Field Guide for Kingdom Families

In this episode of The Field Guide for Kingdom Families Podcast, we talk about the necessity of community for spiritual growth. Just as we cannot grow apart from abiding in Jesus, we cannot sustain growth in isolation. We share from our experiences, notably of how conflict in community can lead to true unity.  Chapters 00:00 - Celebrating Community and Connection 03:58 - The Blessing and Pain of Community 07:01 - Experiencing the Power of the Spirit 10:04 - The Role of Confession in Healing 13:03 - Navigating Conflict and Growth in Community 16:12 - The Importance of True Unity in...

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6. Remaining Connected and Empowered | Grow show art 6. Remaining Connected and Empowered | Grow

Field Guide for Kingdom Families

In this episode of The Field Guide for Kingdom Families podcast, we talk about the power of abiding. When we remain in Jesus, as he tells us in John 15, we can rest no matter the chaos going on around us. We share what this looks like practically and the fruit that is supernaturally produced as we do.  Chapters  00:00 - Prepring Our Families for the Next Season 03:17 - Navigating Life's Fullness 06:08 - The Concept of Abiding 09:11 - Understanding Fruitfulness in Abiding 12:13 - Surrendering to the Spirit 15:11 - Staying Present and Grounded 18:11 - Delighting in the Lord...

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5. Receiving our Identity | Root show art 5. Receiving our Identity | Root

Field Guide for Kingdom Families

In this episode of The Field Guide for Kingdom Families podcast, we share our journey to finding our true identity in Jesus and the unique name that he calls each of us. We describe how identity revelation unlocks deeper intimacy with Jesus and receiving our inheritance as sons and daughters of God. At the end, we lead listeners in Jamie Winship’s Identity Exchange.  Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Identity and Family Stories 04:41 - Understanding Identity in Christ 10:48 - The Power of Believing Who We Are 14:57 - The Importance of Truth in Identity 19:59 - Correcting False Labels...

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Field Guide for Kingdom Families

In this episode of the Field Guide for Kingdom Families Podcast, we delve into the importance of renewing the mind and taking thoughts captive, discussing the concept of strongholds and how negative beliefs impact marriage and parenting. Through personal stories, we discuss how to apply faith and the significance of speaking truth over oneself and others. We end with examining areas of double-mindedness in our lives that are causing us emotional instability. Chapters 00:00 - Family Updates  05:58 - The Importance of Beliefs and Mind Renewal 08:54 - Understanding Strongholds and Spiritual...

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In this episode of the Field Guide for Kingdom Families Podcast, we explore the themes of pruning, growth, and the complexities of joy and suffering. We share personal stories and insights on how God uses pruning to transform beliefs and foster deeper connections with Him. We converse about the distinction between grief and discouragement, the power of compassion in validating others' pain, and the transformative nature of faith in the midst of trials.

00:00 - Life Lately
03:35 - The Process of Pruning and Growth
12:10 - Understanding Suffering and God's Character
17:26 - The Journey of Adoption and Paradigm Shifts
25:57 - Self-Reflection and the Role of the Holy Spirit
28:33 - The Pruning Process: Seeing Beyond Our Blind Spots
31:13 - Laying Down Dreams: The Journey of Adoption and Restoration
34:00 - Grief vs. Discouragement: Understanding Emotional Responses
38:55 - The Power of Compassion: Validating Pain Without Victimization
42:01 - Finding Joy in Suffering: The Presence of Jesus
46:58 - Anchoring in Jesus: Navigating Life's Storms