In this enlightening episode of the Loveshaped Life podcast, hosts Nathan and Bob continue their deep-dive into Jesus' mountainside teaching, with a look at the fourth Beatitude: "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled." They unpack the profound difference between the superficial righteousness of religio…

As we explore the third principle of Jesus' teachings on a flourishing life, we discover the power of meekness. Far from being weakness, true meekness is strength under control, the ability to hold power gently. This attribute is born out of acknowledging our own brokenness and need for God's grace, moving us to treat others with the same compassio…

In this episode of the Love Shaped Life Podcast, hosts Nathan and Bob continue their exploration of Jesus’ inaugural speech, focusing on the second principle for a flourishing life: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” They discuss how this principle relates to acknowledging one’s brokenness and opening up to God’s healing pre…

In this inaugural episode of our fifth season, Bob and Nathan delve into the transformative power of God’s love, exploring how it creates a sanctuary for authentic self-reflection and spiritual wellness. In a world that often demands perfection, God's unconditional acceptance allows us to embrace our imperfections, setting the stage for profound pe…

As the sun rises each morning, the darkness gradually fades away, almost imperceptibly at first. At the first light of dawn, birds begin to sing, grateful for a new day. In part 3 of Bob's story, he shares how God led him out of darkness. With each passing day, the light of God's love shone brighter, until the darkness was completely gone. No matte…

In this episode, we delve into what it feels like to be in a dark valley, struggling to find a way out. Imagine trying everything within your power to escape, only to find yourself slipping further. In part two of "The Greatest Trip of My Life," Bob shares his profound journey at rock bottom. He reveals how feeling helpless and choosing to let go b…

Growing up in Upstate New York, I experienced all four seasons: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Life, too, has its seasons. There are times when life is flourishing, much like spring and summer, and other times that resemble the cold, dark days of fall and winter. Today, Bob, Co-Director at Loveshaped Life, shares his personal journey through one…

Born and raised in the ghetto of Chicago, from a young childhood Elton watched his father abuse his mother. When Elton was nine his father took his own life. Just a few years later his mom died of cancer. Before she died she pointed Elton to God as the source of his strength. Elton's story gives hope to all who pass through difficult tragedies that…

God is Love, pure other centered giving and receiving, not one thread of selfishness, it's perfect love, it was put on display for all the world to see in the life and death of Jesus. The love that flowed out of Him, He is offering to you and all the other 8 billion people on this planet. In this final episode of Love Defined check how this pure lo…

Imagine walking into an art gallery. The first painting you see is one person showing compassion on another, the next picture was one person showing mercy to another, the next, one was listening while the other cried, the strange thing about the paintings was their faces were blurry, as you went from picture to picture you were captivated. It appea…

Every morning as the sun rises, little by little light once again begins to dawn on our world. As the minutes tick away so does the darkness until the sun becomes brighter and brighter. So it is with seeing the beauty of the character of God. In part 4 of Love Defined Bob and Nathan continue to remove the darkness of the lies people have believed a…

What would it be like to be fully known-the good, the bad and the ugly and be fully loved-daily. To live in a space where that love is free flowing right at you, not because of your financial status, educational background or the color of your skin or your behavior, just who He-God is. In part 3 of Love Defined, Nathan and Bob continue to unpack th…

Most people enjoy a good love story, the number of books, songs, movies about love would be hard to count but, the greatest love story of all is found in the number one selling book of all-The Bible. What is even more amazing about this love story is you are in it. It’s the story of God who relentlessly pursues after human beings with unfailing, un…

Love- the greatest need of your heart and mine. Yet, it’s a word that is used so loosely, I love chocolate, I love football, I love my wife. In this podinar season, “Love Defined” Bob and Nathan begin the journey to unpack what true love is and to actually define it. So, you may see, experience and live God’s radical love. Find us: Loveshaped Life …

In this final part Rick shares how God restores his life completely. How the journey through adversity led him to know God in a way he never dreamed possible. God will do the same for you…. Find us: Loveshaped Life Youtube Spotify InstagramBy Bob Hayes and Nathan Stearman

In part two Rick continues to share his story of Seeing and Experiencing God’s relentless love for him and his family. Rick takes us on a deeper journey with him on the road to recovery trusting God for complete healing mind, body, and soul. Find us: Loveshaped Life Youtube Spotify InstagramBy Bob Hayes and Nathan Stearman

Eleven years ago Rick entered work not feeling well, by the end of the day he was diagnosed with stage IV cancer. While in treatment he lost his job. Not knowing how he would take care of his family or whether he would live or die. He chose to trust in God. This is part 1 of a series “Rising Through Adversity“. Find us: Loveshaped Life Youtube Spot…

In part two, Abbie shares the process of healing from the scars of brokenness to the joy of being made whole, from her dark valley of dysfunctional religion, physical and verbal abuse to seeing the beauty of God and experiencing His healing touch. Find us: Loveshaped Life Youtube Spotify Instagram Email: hello@loveshaped.life…

From feeling hopeless, ashamed, being rejected and abused to finding healing in SEEing the beauty of God's character and living daily in the rhythm of His love. Find us: Loveshaped Life Youtube Spotify InstagramBy Bob Hayes and Nathan Stearman

Imagine waking up each day and knowing someone is in love with you. Imagine this someone will never break His promise, I will never leave you or forsake you. Imagine being in a place where you allow yourself to REST in that love. In this final episode of our series Journey to Oneness with God, Bob and Nathan explore the fourth habit of living in th…

In this episode of Journey to Oneness, Bob and Nathan explore the third habit that is key in the journey. The importance of making a personal choice to accept what God is longing to shower you with- His love. Like George Mueller said “Don’t allow the sense of your unworthiness to hinder you from experiencing the fulfillment of God’s promises to you…

In part three of our podinar Journey to Oneness with God, Bob and Nathan explore how important Biblical meditation is to experiencing Oneness with God. What digestion is to the body, meditation is to the soul. Find us: loveshaped.life YouTube InstagramBy Bob Hayes and Nathan Stearman

In this episode Bob and Nathan share the first habit that is vital in our journey to oneness with God. Find us: love shaped.lifeBy Bob Hayes and Nathan Stearman

In this episode Bob and Nathan explore God's invitation to every person, including you to live in His presence every day, to accept the invitation will start your journey in becoming One with God. Visit loveshaped.life for more inspiration!By Bob Hayes and Nathan Stearman

In this episode Pastor Bob and Nathan explore God’s big dream in creating a movement of people who see God’s beauty with ever-increasing clarity, experience his presence with ever-deepening wonder and live everyday-lives of radical love, loving more like Him as the days go by. Visit loveshaped.life for more inspiration!…