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Relevant conversations that take you from Surviving to Thriving. Our goal is to encourage and empower you to answer God's call on your life and to be all that He has called you to be. This podcast is all about Faith, Relationships, and Mental Health. We keep it real, practical, & Christ-centered, tune in and be inspired! Host Paul Calcote New episodes every other week.
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Ever wondered why some of your most productive and creative moments come after having fun? We'll let you in on a secret: fun isn't just a luxury, it's a necessity. Join us as we share heartwarming stories of family graduations, cooking for loved ones, and spontaneous mini trips that sprinkle joy throughout our lives. Drawing inspiration from the wi…
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Ever felt guilty about taking a vacation? You're not alone. Join us in this eye-opening episode of Real People, Real Talk, where we reveal the astonishing benefits of vacation for your mental and emotional well-being. We'll share compelling statistics from a Harris poll that show you're not the only one feeling anxious about requesting time off. Th…
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What if the secret to a lasting marriage lies in the simple act of consistently dating your spouse? Join us as we celebrate our sixth anniversary by sharing heartfelt reflections and valuable lessons from our own journey. We emphasize the importance of a strong spiritual foundation and keeping Christ at the center of our relationship. Listen to how…
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What if your marriage could not only survive but truly thrive? On this transformative episode of Real People, Real Talk, we uncover the "10 Commandments for a Happy and Healthy Marriage," rooted in timeless biblical wisdom. You'll learn how to put God at the center of your relationship, maintain fidelity, and navigate the sometimes stormy seas of m…
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This episode takes a deeper look at Self-care. Beyond the bubble baths, beyond the shopping sprees, but delving into topics such as setting boundaries, learning to say no, positive self talk, and more! You will also learn ways to practice Physical Self-care, Spiritual Self-care, and Mental\Emotional Self-care. Related Episodes "Invest in Your Menta…
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month so this episode is all about Thriving in your Mental Health. Topics discussed: Self-Care, Stress Management, Setting Boundaries, Therapy, and more. Today's Guest: Elsa Marie is mental health coach and pastoral counselor who’s on a mission to help people to discover their purpose, restore their identity, and heal…
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An episode about Health and Fitness. God has given us one body, so we must steward it well. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 “19 Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, 20 for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.” Related Episodes "Quick and Easy Tips to a…
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A Sermon about The Great Commission and all things Discipleship. Matthew 28:18-20 "Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I …
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God doesn't call the qualified, but He qualifies the called! Through the lives of Jacob from the Old Testament and Peter from the New Testament you will see that God is so good, so merciful, so gracious, that He uses flawed people and everyone is welcome in the family of God. So please don't allow a dark past to overshadow a bright future. Romans 8…
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Today is an encouraging message for the Singles! Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:6-9 "Now as a concession, not a command, I say this.7 I wish that all were as I myself am. But each has his own gift from God, bone of one kind and one of another. 8 To the unmarried and the widows I say that it is good for them to remain single, as I am. 9 But if they cann…
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Today's topic: How to succeed in the area of money in your relationships? The Guests: Oscar and Suni Combs, both entrepreneurs that have been married for 24 years with 4 kids. Their family's motto is "To represent God, Family and their Culture well, in that order." Scripture from Today's Episode Genesis 2:24 "Therefore a man shall leave his father …
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Happy Valentine's Day! What is True Love? Tune is as we answer this question as well as give you 3 Foundational Keys to a Happy and Healthy Marriage. Scripture from today's episode: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is …
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Today's episode is all about answering God's call on your life, growing in your relationship with Him, and the role that the Church plays in your life. Guest: Pastor Shedrick Heard. Connect with the guest: https://www.instagram.com/shedrickheard/ Related Episode: "Does Going to Church Really Matter?" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/10344659 Supp…
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Today episode is all about thriving in Spiritual warfare. Your host Paul will discusses the participants of Spiritual Warfare as well as how to prepare for and win in this Battle. Key Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12 "10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand agai…
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Giving you tips and wisdom on how to prioritize your mental health, thrive emotionally, and survive the holiday blues. Today's Guest: Annielle Timmons, a Mental Health Expert, motivational speaker, and therapist whose life purpose is to help others overcome seasons of adversities, grow through what they go through, and be the best versions of thems…
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A Conversation about Mental Health and Faith. Our guest today: Fatima Banister is a therapist and coach that’s all about mental health, faith, and purpose. She is the founder of Sis Health Yourself a sisterhood that helps women to improve their self worth by increasing trust in themselves and trust in God. https://www.sishealyourself.com/ Guiding S…
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Today's episode is more of a pep talk. Providing practical tips toward taking control of your life and becoming the best version of yourself as you answer God's call on your life. It's time to progress Spiritually, Relationally, Financially, Physically, and more...NO EXCUSES! Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57 “But thanks be to God! He gives us the vic…
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Today's episode is all about thriving in the area of physical health and fitness. We discuss fitness tips, combining faith and fitness, as well as barriers to a healthier life and ways to overcome. Our guest today, Wendie Pett, has been motivating people to make fitness and good nutrition apart of their daily routine. She teaches the balance of min…
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10 Ways to Beat the Monday Blues Connect to the Lord Develop a Happy Playlist Wear your favorite outfit more often Do a "Proud of" List Take a Break Exercise Declutter Curate your social media feed Always have something to Look Forward Ask for Help Scriptures from today's episode Psalms 42:11 “Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in tu…
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Key Passage - Philippians 4:11-13 "Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. 13 I can do all things through him who strengthe…
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The Antidote to Anxiety Quotes from the episode "Spend less time focusing on your problems and spend more time focusing on your God, the problem solver. And watch how your joy increases and your anxiety decreases" "The more you worry the less you pray but the more you pray, the less you will worry" Philippians 4:6-7 "do not be anxious about anythin…
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A look at Philippians 3 Key Verses 10 "that I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 12 "Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own." Key Takeaways and our goals as believers: To Know Ch…
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In this text Paul admonishes us to live a Christ-centered life that includes 3 specific characteristics. Commitment to Unity. Courage in the Face of Opposition Contentment in the Midst of Suffering. Philippians 1:27-30 " Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of yo…
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Taking a look at the book of Philippians Key Verses Vs 7 "And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ." Vs 21 "For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." 3 Takeaways from today's episode Community matters, you need good people in your life. What God starts, He finishes, a…
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Today's episode is all about worship as your host, Paul, seeks to answer 2 questions. What is Worship? Why do we worship? Worship is so much more that the music that we sing, and Worship is so much more than what we do on Sunday mornings at Church, But true Worship is a lifestyle, it’s something we should do every day! Scripture Mentioned Romans 12…
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Rest is essential to your Spiritual, Physical, and Emotional health, so tune in as the host, Paul Calcote, discusses the benefits of rest. Scripture from today's episode Psalms 62:1 “Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him.” Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yo…
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Here are the 10 steps to a Joy-filled life Connect with Jesus Train your mind to see the good in each day. Don’t postpone your joy Plan your Joy Try new things Romanticize your life Count your blessings Don’t isolate yourself Don’t rush through life Smile more :) Scripture from today's episode John 10:10 - "The thief comes only to steal and kill an…
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May is Mental Health Awareness month and today's episode centers around Mental Health and Fitness. Questions we answer: What does it look like to invite God into your fitness journey? What are the mental health benefits of exercise? How to live a happy and healthy life? Connect with the Guests: Nurse Practitioner Ebony Jenkins https://www.ebonyjenk…
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Today is the National Day of Prayer in the U.S. So we took a deeper look at prayer in this episode, giving you ways to take your prayer life to the next level. Scripture "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 "Devote yourselves to prayer, being wa…
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In this episode Pastor Paul seeks to answer 3 questions Who is God? How Do We know Him? Why Does it Matter? Quotes and Scripture from this episode John 17:3 “And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.” Ex 15:11 “Who is like you, O Lord, among the gods Who is like you, majestic in holiness, …
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The Comparison Game is a dangerous game to play. This episode unpacks the reasons that we compare, the results of our comparison, and the Remedy to the comparison game. Galatians 6:4-5 "But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone and not in his neighbor. 5 For each will have to bear his own load. " Supp…
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Questions we answer in today's episode What does it mean to walk with the Lord? Why is it important to prioritize our relationship the Lord? What is a "quiet time"? What can get in the way of people getting closer to God? Today's Guest Pastors: Irvin Wasswa, Matthew Weaver, and Adam Venters Scripture from today's episode Joshua 1:8 "This Book of th…
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It’s Good Friday! In this episode I am taking you to Church. I’ve invited some friends and we are preaching on The Last 7 Sayings of Jesus Christ. These are the last 7 things Jesus said before dying on the cross. “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do." By Paul Calcote “Today shalt thou be with Me in paradise.” By Devin Boone. “Woman…
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This episode is for the Singles! We discuss the Gift of Singleness as well as both the joys and struggles of being single. Guests: Alex Jones, Brett Wolff, & Andrea Martinez Scripture from today's Episode 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 "Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins ag…
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Happy Spouse, Happy House! Today’s episode is all about thriving in your marriage! Tune in as we hear the love story of Jack and Mandy Richard as they share relationship tips for the single and for the married. Related Episodes "Dating Ideas You Must Try" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/12454042 "Green Flags in Dating" https://www.buzzsprout.com…
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Both Life and Marriage are meant to be enjoyed not merely endured, so this episode is all about enjoying your relationship with this list of fun and exciting date ideas you must try! Today's Scripture Ephesians 5:33 “However, let each of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband” Related Episode "10 Secrets to…
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Tune in as we discuss 10 Secrets to a Successful Marriage Put God 1st Keep Dating Realize Marriage isn't 50\50 but 100\100 Keep your disagreements off social media Apologize and Forgive quickly Be Kind Understand that Marriage is a Commitment Fight for each other not with each other Make your home a place of peace Get help Scripture from today's ep…
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If you want to know more about Green Flags in Dating and more about Godly Dating in general, then tune in as Kal and Mary Kilgo share their story of God's faithfulness in their dating, engaged, and married journey. Scripture from today's episode Mark 10:9 "What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate." Galatians 5:22-23 "But the fru…
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Today we are jumping into a time machine and bringing back one of our the most popular relationship episodes. My wife and I interviewed my mom and dad who have been married over 30 years and this episode is full of wisdom and nuggets relating to thriving in your relationship with God as well as thriving in your romantic relationships. Enjoy! Questi…
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If you want to know how to have a happy and healthy marriage, then tune in! Connect with the guests: https://www.instagram.com/toya_marriageadvice/ Related Episode "Why Marriages Fail" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/11614492 Scripture from Today's Episode Proverbs 18:22 “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord.” M…
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Today’s episode and this entire series is all about helping you to thrive in your relationships. Whether you are married, engaged, dating, or single and hope to be married one day, this series is for you. Key topics: Comparison, Social Media, and how to keep things fun and exciting 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 “ Love is patient and kind; love does not envy…
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