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I Can Do with Benjamin Lee

I Can Do with Benjamin Lee

By Benjamin Lee


Introducing the “I Can Do” podcast – the ultimate destination for faith-based personal development, where spiritual growth, physical health, and personal transformation converge. Join me, a Minister, Author, Certified Christian Life Coach, and Ultraspeaking Coach, as we embark on a life-changing journey together, unlocking your true potential and empowering you to live a purpose-driven, balanced, and fulfilled life.
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E150: I AM The Good Shepherd

I Can Do with Benjamin LeeJul 22, 2022

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E231: Can We Trust The Bible?

E231: Can We Trust The Bible?

Takeaways

Jesus' words are trustworthy and will not pass away.

The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls reaffirms the accuracy of the Old Testament.

Translations of the Bible are necessary for people of different languages to understand God's Word.

Textual variants exist, but they do not undermine the overall trustworthiness of the Bible.

Individuals must make a decision to trust and obey the teachings of the Bible.


Chapters

00:00 Can We Trust the Bible?

00:57 Jesus' Words Will Not Pass Away

01:24 Jesus' Resurrection

03:01 Jeremiah and the Preservation of God's Word

04:27 The Fear of God's Word

05:53 The King's Attempt to Destroy God's Word

06:51 The Preservation of God's Word

07:20 The Dead Sea Scrolls

08:47 The Accuracy of the Old Testament

09:17 The Cyrus Cylinder

10:16 The Isaiah Scroll

11:41 Bible Translations

12:40 Textual Variants and Mark 16:9-20

23:07 The Greek Septuagint

25:57 Translations Throughout History

28:53 The New Testament Writers

37:39 Responding to the Bible

48:10 Making a Decision


One Quick Correction: I mentioned there are over 5,700 manuscripts of the New Testament. That should be over 5,700 Greek Manuscripts of the New Testament.






Mar 18, 202453:04
E230: How We Got The Bible

E230: How We Got The Bible

Summary

This sermon explores the importance of the Bible and how it was preserved throughout history. It discusses the inspiration and writing of the Bible, the various writing materials used, the role of scribes, and the preservation of manuscripts and fragments. The sermon emphasizes the enduring nature of God's Word and the need for individuals to turn to the Bible for guidance and salvation.


Takeaways

The Bible is the Word of God and has been preserved throughout history.

The Bible was inspired by God and written by men.

Various writing materials were used, including stone, clay, wood, papyrus, and leather.

Scribes played a critical role in copying and preserving the Bible.

There are thousands of manuscripts and fragments that confirm the authenticity of the Bible.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction: The Importance of the Bible

02:56 How We Got the Bible: Inspiration and Writing

16:06 Writing Materials: Stone, Clay, Wood, Papyrus, Leather

39:46 The Preservation of the Bible: Manuscripts and Fragments

48:48 Conclusion: The Enduring Word of God






Mar 11, 202452:05
E229: Rejoice!

E229: Rejoice!

Summary

In this episode, Benjamin Lee explores the subject of joy and rejoicing. He distinguishes between happiness and joy, emphasizing that true joy is found in God. Lee discusses the definition of joy and its connection to the kingdom of God. He also addresses the obstacles that can hinder rejoicing, such as sin, suffering, and wrong mindsets. Ultimately, Lee emphasizes that true and lasting joy is rooted in Jesus Christ and the forgiveness of sins.


Takeaways

There is a distinction between happiness and joy, with joy being rooted in God.

True joy is not dependent on perfect circumstances but is a response to the grace of God.

Obstacles to rejoicing, such as sin and suffering, can be overcome through a focus on God and worship.

True and lasting joy is found in Jesus Christ and the forgiveness of sins.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Joy and Rejoicing

00:55 The Distinction Between Happiness and Joy

04:17 Finding True Joy in God

05:43 The Definition of Joy

06:42 The Kingdom of God and Joy

09:33 The Difference Between Happiness and Joy

12:54 Experiencing Joy in the Present and Future

14:19 Overcoming Obstacles to Rejoicing



Mar 04, 202422:57
E228: Run Your Marathon

E228: Run Your Marathon

Summary


In this episode, Benjamin Lee shares his personal experience of running a marathon and the lessons he learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of setting challenging goals, seeking help, taking action, and following through. Benjamin also discusses the mindset required to overcome limiting beliefs and push through obstacles. He encourages listeners to run their own metaphorical marathons in life and embrace the journey of personal growth and achievement.


Takeaways


Set challenging goals that scare you and require help from others.

Don't be afraid to ask for help and seek guidance from experienced individuals.

Take immediate action and commit to your goals.

Push through limiting beliefs and overcome obstacles along the way.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Personal Marathon Experience

03:14 Preparing for the Marathon

04:10 Taking Action and Overcoming Challenges

08:22 Lessons Learned and Improvements for Next Time

11:18 Applying the Marathon Mindset to Life


Feb 26, 202416:05
E227: What Kind of Misery Do You Want To Have?

E227: What Kind of Misery Do You Want To Have?

Summary


In this episode, Benjamin Lee discusses the concept of living intentionally and explores the idea of choosing the type of misery one wants to experience. He introduces the concept of the Pool of Misery, where one remains stuck in a cycle of negative habits or addictions, and contrasts it with the River of Misery, where there is an exit and the opportunity for growth. Benjamin emphasizes the importance of mindset and taking action to overcome challenges and improve one's life. He provides steps to overcome misery, including making a decision, taking action, seeking support, and enduring the process. Ultimately, he encourages listeners to choose the River of Misery for long-term freedom and fulfillment.


Takeaways


Living intentionally involves making conscious choices about the type of misery one is willing to endure.

The Pool of Misery represents staying stuck in negative habits or addictions, while the River of Misery offers an exit and the potential for growth.

To choose the River of Misery, one must have the right mindset, take action, seek support, and be willing to endure temporary discomfort.

By choosing the River of Misery, individuals can experience long-term freedom and positive transformation.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction: Living Intentionally

00:59 The Pool of Misery vs. The River of Misery

03:54 Mindset and Taking Action

05:21 Steps to Overcome Misery

06:20 Conclusion: Freedom in the River of Misery


Feb 22, 202406:34
E226: Living Intentionally

E226: Living Intentionally

Summary

In this episode, Benjamin Lee discusses the concept of living intentionally. He shares personal experiences and stories to highlight the importance of being deliberate and purposeful in our lives. Benjamin emphasizes that success and spiritual growth do not happen by accident, but require intentional effort. He draws inspiration from Jesus as the ultimate example of living intentionally and encourages listeners to prioritize their relationship with God and His will. Benjamin concludes by challenging listeners to evaluate their own lives and strive to live intentionally in all aspects.

Takeaways

  • Living intentionally means being deliberate and purposeful in our actions and decisions.
  • Success and spiritual growth require intentional effort and focus.
  • Jesus is the ultimate example of living intentionally, prioritizing His relationship with God and fulfilling His purpose.
  • As Christians, we should strive to live intentionally, setting our minds on things above and devoting ourselves to God's work.

Chapters

00:00 Living Intentionally

03:03 How Did I End Up Here?

06:34 Jesus: The Ultimate Example of Living Intentionally

09:02 Living Intentionally as Christians

10:27 The Game Changer: Devoting Ourselves to God's Work

11:27 Are You Living Intentionally?

Feb 13, 202414:29
E225: Keep It Simple

E225: Keep It Simple

In this episode, Benjamin talks about Keeping Things Simple.


Keep Your Fitness Plan simple.

Keep Your Education Opportunities simple.

Keep Your Finances Simple.



Feb 05, 202413:15
E224: How to handle Criticism

E224: How to handle Criticism

Summary

In this episode, Benjamin Lee discusses the topic of handling criticism. He starts by giving an update on the podcast and expresses his appreciation for the listeners. Benjamin then explores the experience of criticism and how it can be both fair and unfair. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the purpose of criticism and how it can be used to improve oneself. Benjamin provides practical tips for handling criticism, such as controlling anger, listening to feedback, and responding with love and discipline. He also highlights the example of Jesus in dealing with criticism and encourages Christians to expect criticism in their lives.

Takeaways

  • Criticism is a common experience that everyone will face at some point in their lives.
  • Handling criticism effectively is important in all areas of life, including personal relationships and professional settings.
  • Understanding the purpose of criticism and its potential for growth and improvement is crucial.
  • Practical tips for handling criticism include controlling anger, listening to feedback, and responding with love and discipline.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Update

01:44 The Experience of Criticism

04:11 Receiving Criticism in Different Areas of Life

06:36 Understanding the Purpose of Criticism

08:34 Handling Criticism and Rising Above

11:28 Self-Evaluation and Decreasing Criticism

12:57 Controlling Anger and Listening to Criticism

14:21 Responding to Criticism with Love and Discipline

15:50 Avoiding Complaints and Exalting Oneself

16:50 Following the Example of Jesus

17:08 Expecting Criticism as a Christian

Jan 22, 202417:45
E223: Genesis Chapter 4: Daily Bible Reading

E223: Genesis Chapter 4: Daily Bible Reading

Summary

In this episode, Benjamin Lee reads and reflects on Genesis chapter 4 of the Bible. He discusses key themes such as the overall story of the Bible and the prevalence of sin. He explores the lessons we can learn from Cain and Abel's offerings, God's warning and the power of choice, overcoming sin, and God's mercy. He also examines the consequences of sin and the progression of evil, as well as the hope found in calling upon the name of the Lord.

Takeaways

  • The Bible tells a story that points to Jesus Christ.
  • Sin continues to prevail on earth, but we have the power to resist and overcome it.
  • God warns us about sin and gives us the choice to rule over it.
  • God sees and knows all, even in the face of injustice and evil.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Reading Genesis Chapter 4

05:06 Key Themes: The Story of the Bible and the Prevailance of Sin

06:35Lessons from Cain and Abel's Offerings

07:05God's Warning and the Power of Choice

08:01 Overcoming Sin and God's Mercy

09:27 The Consequences of Sin and the Progression of Evil

10:25The Hope in Calling Upon the Name of the Lord

Jan 17, 202411:09
E222: Genesis Chapter 3: Daily Bible Reading

E222: Genesis Chapter 3: Daily Bible Reading

Summary

In this episode, Benjamin Lee continues the daily Bible reading with Genesis chapter three. The chapter tells the story of Adam and Eve's disobedience and the consequences they face. The serpent tempts Eve to doubt God's commands, leading to their decision to eat the forbidden fruit. As a result, sin enters the world, and Adam and Eve are expelled from the Garden of Eden. Despite their disobedience, God shows love and mercy by providing garments of skin to cover their shame.

Takeaways

  • Sin is missing the mark that God has established and is disobedience to His commands.
  • The serpent, identified as Satan in Revelation, tempts mankind through the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life.
  • The consequences of sin include physical and spiritual separation from God.
  • The devil promises much but always under delivers, and God's way is always the best way.
  • We are responsible for our own decisions and cannot blame others for our choices.
  • The Bible does not specify the kind of fruit Adam and Eve ate, reminding us to be careful about assumptions when reading Scripture.
  • God's love and mercy are evident even in the midst of sin and disobedience.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Genesis 3:1-7

01:22God's Response and Consequences (Genesis 3:8-19)

03:19Expulsion from the Garden (Genesis 3:20-24)

04:18Sin and Disobedience

04:48The Serpent and Temptation

06:10The Consequences of Sin

06:39The Deception of the Devil

07:22The Blame Game and Responsibility

07:51The Fruit and Assumptions

08:21God's Love and Mercy

Jan 16, 202408:46
E221: Genesis Chapter 2: Daily Bible Reading

E221: Genesis Chapter 2: Daily Bible Reading

Summary

In this episode, Benjamin Lee continues reading through the Bible with Genesis Chapter 2. He highlights God as the creator of all things and explains how Chapter 2 supplements the creation account in Chapter 1. Lee emphasizes the importance of work and the creation of woman as a helper for Adam. He also discusses the foundation of marriage and the instructions given by God.

Takeaways

  • God is the creator of all things.
  • Genesis Chapter 2 supplements the creation account in Chapter 1.
  • Work is a good thing and is from God.
  • The creation of woman as a helper for man is significant.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Genesis Chapter 2

03:55God as Creator and Supplement to Genesis Chapter 1

04:53 The Importance of Work

05:23 The Creation of Woman

06:23The Foundation of Marriage and Instructions

Jan 15, 202407:06
E220: Genesis Chapter 1. Daily Bible Reading

E220: Genesis Chapter 1. Daily Bible Reading

Summary

In this episode, Benjamin Lee announces a shift in the focus of the podcast and introduces a new format of reading through the Bible one chapter at a time. He starts with Genesis chapter 1, which describes the creation of the heavens, the earth, and mankind. Benjamin reflects on the power and creativity of God, the unique nature of mankind being made in the image of God, and the dominion given to humans over the animal kingdom.Takeaways

  • The podcast is shifting its focus to reading through the Bible one chapter at a time.
  • Genesis chapter 1 describes the creation of the heavens, the earth, and mankind.
  • God is the source of all creation and has sovereignty, power, and creativity.
  • Mankind is made in the image of God and has dominion over the animal kingdom.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Podcast Shift

01:25Reading Through the Bible

03:23Genesis Chapter 1: Creation

08:18Recap and Reflections

Jan 15, 202410:03
E219: Focus on the Gains

E219: Focus on the Gains

Summary

In this episode, Benjamin Lee reflects on the new year and expresses gratitude to his listeners. He shares the story of how he started the podcast and the fears he had to overcome. Benjamin introduces the concept of the Gap and the Gain, emphasizing the importance of measuring success and progress. He discusses the practice of daily wins and weekly reflection to stay focused on the gains. Benjamin encourages listeners to make their future bigger than their past and appreciate the blessings they have. He concludes by mentioning his most popular podcast episode and teases future episodes about the I Can Do mindset.

Takeaways

  • Measure success and progress by focusing on the gains rather than the gaps.
  • Create a system to track daily wins and reflect on them weekly.
  • Make your future bigger than your past by setting goals and measuring backward.
  • Appreciate the blessings and successes you have in your life.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Gratitude

01:22The Origin of the Podcast

03:19The Gap and the Gain

06:14Measuring Success and Progress

07:12Daily Wins and Weekly Reflection

09:01Focusing on Gains, Not Gaps

10:29Making Your Future Bigger Than Your Past

11:29Applying the Gap and the Gain to 2024

14:48Appreciating Blessings and Popular Podcast Episode

Jan 02, 202416:30
E217: Suffering Redeemed with Karis Meier
Dec 21, 202355:14
E218: How to end each week strong.

E218: How to end each week strong.

In this episode, Benjamin Lee shares tips on how to finish each week strong. He discusses the importance of rest and recovery, maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, and reviewing the wins of the past week. He also suggests identifying activities that energize and drain you to optimize your productivity and well-being.

Benjamin emphasizes the need to continuously build upon success and avoid complacency.

Takeaways

  • Take time to rest and recover to maintain your well-being.
  • Stick to a consistent sleep schedule to optimize your energy levels.
  • Review your wins from the past week to celebrate your accomplishments.
  • Identify activities that energize and drain you to make intentional choices.

Chapters

00:00Holiday Season and Weekend Activities

02:31Looking Forward to the Weekend

03:28Finishing Every Week Strong

04:24Reviewing the Past Week

07:17Energizing and Draining Activities

09:42Building Success and Avoiding Complacency

Dec 15, 202309:08
E216: What's Your Usual?

E216: What's Your Usual?

Whenever the apostle Paul went into a new city to preach, he had his custom of going into a synagogue (Acts 17:1-2). It was his habit or something that was very usual for him to do.


What kind of customs do we have?

What is our usual?

Are we creating good habits or bad ones?

Dec 01, 202309:09
E215: In Case You Missed It

E215: In Case You Missed It

In this episode, I share a quick reminder about a trap to avoid during the holiday season.

  • I update what's happening with the podcast during the holiday.
  • I share a new podcast I'm creating which begins December 1st.
Nov 28, 202306:50
E214: Mind Gym Bro with Jim Brault
Nov 16, 202301:05:13
E213: Maureen Michele Petersen, MD on Reclaiming Life

E213: Maureen Michele Petersen, MD on Reclaiming Life

Maureen Michele Petersen, MD is an award-winning leader, life coach, author, and physician. As a general pediatrician and allergist/immunologist, she has spent her career caring for patients with a variety of acute and chronic health problems. She is a military veteran and has enjoyed using her story-telling talent to teach young physicians the art of medicine. She is an accomplished life coach who helps parents of chronically ill children regain control of their lives and thrive at fulfillment. Maureen is the mother of three amazing children and has first-hand experience with being a parent of a child with long-term health issues. Maureen enjoys jumping rope, hiking, and playtime with her two extraordinary four-legged sidekicks!


You will enjoy this discuss and wisdom from Dr. Maureen!

Nov 02, 202301:09:29
E212: Korede Adedoyin: CEO of The Vemoye Foundation
Oct 23, 202354:18
E211: Navigating Difficult Days

E211: Navigating Difficult Days

In my most recent sermon, I began with a passage from Ecclesiastes Chapter 3, verses 1-9. The preacher begins by saying, "There is a time for everything."

Those are challenging words to hear, yet necessary. In life, there will be difficult days to face. How we navigate them will make all the difference.

Faith will be required!

Oct 18, 202341:09
E210: Mick, the Doctor of Digital Smith on Life, Faith, Work, and the Burning of America

E210: Mick, the Doctor of Digital Smith on Life, Faith, Work, and the Burning of America

I had a great conversation with Dr. Mick Smith. Mick, has a Ph.D and is an author, consultant, and is also a voice talent.

With over 4,000 books in his personal library, Mick knows a lot about history!

Mick also has a podcast called The Doctor of Digital. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-doctor-of-digital-gmick-smith-phd/id1545085984

In this episode, we discussed the following:

  • How to setup your podcast. (0:00)
  • The importance of having a podcast. (2:46)
  • How did you get started in the industry? (5:55)
  • The power of being a communicator. (11:17)
  • Introverts vs. extroverts. (13:02)
  • The importance of confidence in yourself. (20:18)
  • The value of having a book library. (23:30)
  • The burning america trilogy. (26:47)
  • How do you find your passion? (33:19)
  • Find something you’re passionate about. (36:49)
  • The story of how my dad became indispensable. (42:29)
  • How to stay on a consistent path of writing. (45:16)


You can also find his book called "The Burning of America" on Amazon. https://a.co/d/0yoXN0Q Below is a description of it.

This fictional account exposes the dark underbelly of the custody industry in American villages. Children are treated like footballs and are simply kicked from place to place, parental rights are routinely violated, often with one parent who is considered no more than a paycheck, and the custody enterprise of judges, lawyers, and counselors profit from the displacement and misery of children. The novel punches hard in the gut and does not let up until the untimely and tragic climax. Paul Theus is a respectable middle-class professor until his peaceful world is shattered as we find out from the first line: "No parent prepares for a child to be taken." Beware of strangers and watch out for the big bad wolf kids are told but what if a family unit is smoldered from within by a mother? Paul found the note that his wife was leaving for awhile tucked in a book about the Jon Bonet Ramsey child murder. The Bohemian mother Anne Theus inflames the threat posed by the idea that it takes the village court to raise a child. Do the courts really act in the best interest of the children? Parents plan for their children's home, school, clothes, food, and happiness but once the Theus' five-year daughter is kidnapped we are barraged by conflict for over three years until the terminal end. Is the terminal ending tragic or the only possible resolution to the conflict? You decide.

Oct 16, 202351:29
E209: Running with Running Coach Jessie B. Gruca

E209: Running with Running Coach Jessie B. Gruca

Jessie B. Gruca is a Boston Qualifying runner who is on a journey to complete a marathon in all 50 states began to visit friends and travel. Since beginning she has completed 24 marathons (in 22 states) along with multiple 5Ks, 10Ks, and half marathons. She has also had her experience as a triathlete completing many Sprint and Olympic distance triathlons along with a half ironman. Her motivation has allowed her to self-coached herself to PRs after reading multiple running books before finally deciding to get her RRCA running coach certification in 2021, to be able to help other runners improve their running and find the thrill as well. Her current PRs are a 19:32 5K, 1:30 half marathon, and 3:13 marathon. Jessie’s coaching philosophy is to make running fun while working hard to reach our goals! A lot goes into having a good training block including building up the aerobic base through easy running but also including speed work and longer runs based on the race distance, goals, and experience. To be a well-rounded runner, she values the importance of also including strength training and mobility work to improve performance and as a way to prehab to help avoid potential injuries. She can relate to having fully scheduled days and limited time to help provide ways to fit running into our lives in an enjoyable way while giving feedback and support throughout training. Not having left the Metro Detroit area in Michigan all of her life, she received her Bachelor's (2011) and Master’s (2012) in Civil Engineering at the University of Michigan and works as a Transmission Line Engineer at a Utility company. She is married to a Physical Therapist who runs his own clinic, a mom of two kids (boy and girl), and has a dog who joins her on a lot of her runs. Outside of running, working, and trying to stay on top of the family activities, she likes cozying up to read a book or watch TV shows, all things Disney, traveling, getting ice cream, and spending time with friends and family.


You can find her on Instagram @running.with.roses.

Her linktree is linktr.ee/running.with.roses

Oct 13, 202358:28
E208: Discipleship

E208: Discipleship

  1. What did Jesus teach concerning Discipleship?
  2. Why is being a disciple a challenge at times? What gets in the way?
  3. This is what I recently preached on from Luke Chapter Nine verses 23-26.

I Can Do...So Can You!

Oct 11, 202340:07
E207: Candy Corn and the rise of the COTC (Children of the Corn)
Oct 02, 202315:44
E206: Do your goals scare you?

E206: Do your goals scare you?

It's easy to become complacent and to rest on the accomplishment of the past.


But to get better, we have to keep challenging ourselves.


Our goals need to scare us.

Sep 30, 202309:08
E205: Who are we deceiving?

E205: Who are we deceiving?

In this episode, we look turn to God's word to consider what it has to say about deceit.

It can be easy to deceive ourselves.

Have you been deceiving yourself?


Sep 29, 202306:09
E204: Seven Daily Habits of the Super Fit

E204: Seven Daily Habits of the Super Fit

I recently read a newsletter from Huel which caught my attention on the importance of habits and consistency.

I share these thoughts in this episode.

Habits and Systems are key when it comes to winning in nutrition and fitness.

Thanks for listening wherever you may be!

Please leave me a review and let me know how this podcast is helping you!

Sep 28, 202314:04
E203: Marvelous or Marvelously Helped?

E203: Marvelous or Marvelously Helped?

There is so much to learn from the Kings recored in the Old Testament.

In this episode, we consider a few from 2 Chronicles 25-26.

We learn how God is able to help and to bring down.

We will learn a valuable lesson about pride, the power of God, and how we should view ourselves.

Sep 26, 202311:22
E202: How to encourage yourself

E202: How to encourage yourself

King David found himself in a very challenging situation in 1 Kings 30:1-6. Yet we see how he was able to navigate it.

It was not through his own strength, but rather God's. He encouraged himself in the Lord.

This podcast looks at how we can do exactly that!

Sep 05, 202317:15
E201: My conversation with Jay Robb the G.O.P (Guru of Peace)
Aug 31, 202301:28:13
E200: The LORD Lives

E200: The LORD Lives

A common statement found throughout the Scriptures is, "The LORD Lives."


In this episode, we take a look at what this means and the significance of it in our lives.


The LORD Lives!

Aug 23, 202339:25
E199: The Holy Spirit and Feelings

E199: The Holy Spirit and Feelings

In this episode, we study what the Bible has to say concerning the Holy Spirit and Feelings.


The book of Acts sheds a great deal of light as we study the Holy Spirit.


Sometimes, feelings can override the facts that are given to us in scripture.


We must be able to navigate the Facts of what the Holy Spirit has done and our Feelings.

Aug 21, 202345:25
E198: Just for Today!

E198: Just for Today!

Dale Carnegie in his book, "How to stop worrying and start living" shares a program that will bring about more cheerfulness and decrease worry.


It's called "Just for Today" and was created by Sibyl F. Partridge. There are 10 action items in this daily program.


In this episode, I share each one and challenge you to implement these into your life.


Just for Today! Jesus says, "Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble." Matthew 6:34

Aug 12, 202314:12
E197: Do Not Worry

E197: Do Not Worry

Is it possible? Can it really be as simple as Jesus says in the Sermon on the Mount?


Do not worry!


There are numerous actions we can learn from the Holy Scriptures to help us to overcome being consumed with worry.

Aug 05, 202320:24
E196: You Snooze You Lose! The Parable of the Ten Virgins

E196: You Snooze You Lose! The Parable of the Ten Virgins

Are you a procrastinator?

Do you find yourself rushing until the last minute to get certain action items completed?

While we can recover in certain areas of our life when we fall behind, there's an area of our lives where we must stay prepared!

Jul 26, 202337:38
E195: Why Am I Feeding Pigs?

E195: Why Am I Feeding Pigs?

Choices have consequence. The consequences may be good or they may be bad.


In this sermon, I discuss a young man who found himself feeding pigs. He reached the lowest of the low.


Have you ever found yourself in a place like that? Listen as we learn why we sometimes may find ourselves feeding pigs.

Jul 25, 202333:48
E194: Why Did Jesus Have To Die?

E194: Why Did Jesus Have To Die?

It's a question a lot of people want answers too.

How would you answer this question?

Let's study together and see what the Bible has to say!

Jul 24, 202325:14
E193: "What If..." with RN/Health Coach/Personal Trainer Lee Forrester
Jul 19, 202350:50
E192: Smart Control

E192: Smart Control

A simple drive on the highway reminded me of a few life lessons that we can easily forget.

Jul 17, 202306:06
E191: Happiness Islands

E191: Happiness Islands

I recently reviewed a book in my office called, "The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less."


I came across a great exercise that I want to share with you. It's called "Happiness Islands."


Enjoy!


Jul 15, 202305:56
E190: Founder and CEO of Fit Vegan Blueprint Maxime Sigouin on Commitment vs. Motivation
Jul 10, 202301:00:29
E189: The Power of the Bowl

E189: The Power of the Bowl

I learned and was reminded of some valuable lessons from seeing my son overcome some of his own limiting beliefs. The power of the bowl may be how you can have your next breakthrough.
Jul 03, 202309:48
E188: Cole Berschback: Co-Founder of Total Potential and the importance of Home Base!
Jun 26, 202354:26
E187:Mindset and Confidence Coaching with Jeanine Grayson. Focus on the journey not the destination
Jun 19, 202301:00:41
E186: Bret Magpoing and the Delta Theorem: An Innovative Framework for Being Fully Alive

E186: Bret Magpoing and the Delta Theorem: An Innovative Framework for Being Fully Alive

Bret is the founder of Rudius Strategies Group, and author of the Amazon best-selling book The Delta Theorem: An Innovative Framework for Being Fully Alive and Truly Wealthy. Bret Magpoing has dedicated his entire professional career coaching and advising executives, entrepreneurs, athletes, and entertainers, mostly as a C-Suite executive for several private firms, families, and partnerships. Many of the individuals and families he has advised have been recognized on the Forbes 400 and Fortune 500 listings. Bret has worked with companies like Walt Disney, Universal, Paramount Network, the NFL, and MLS. Bret's WHY is to inspire aliveness by rallying clients to live out their purpose and increase performance at an elite level faster than they could have ever imagined. It was an absolute pleasure to talk with Bret. You will learn a great deal from our discussion. Some of the topics discussed are: 1. The bus ride that got Bret on this journey of writing his book. 2. Explaining the Delta Theorem. 3. What coaching is. 4. The importance of effort. 5. Viewing failure in a different way. 6. The importance of crawling before you run (Crawl, Walk, Run). 7. On habits and rituals. 8. Defining true wealth.

Jun 12, 202354:54
E185: The Power of One More

E185: The Power of One More

It is amazing what can be accomplished when we do just a little more everyday. Think about an area in your life where doing just a little bit more will take you to places you’ve never been!
Jun 05, 202306:45
E184 (Repost): Emotions Follow Actions! Ultrarunner Carilyn Johnson on running, habits, and discipline

E184 (Repost): Emotions Follow Actions! Ultrarunner Carilyn Johnson on running, habits, and discipline

I recently met Ultrarunner Carilyn Johnson on Twitter. When I learned more about her, I reached out to see if she would be interested being on the Podcast! I'm thankful she said YES!


Carilyn is a mother, lawyer, ultrarunner, 4x Team USA 24 Hour team, Adventurer, Open water swimmer, and scuba diver. She is also a graduate of the New School of Cooking. In this conversation we discuss:

  1. How exercise helped Carilyn during a period of grieving.
  2. The value of keeping a routine.
  3. How it's never too late to get started when it comes to running.
  4. Knowing we can go further than we often think.
  5. Understanding how emotions follows actions.
  6. Why it's important to do the mundane actions like making your bed everyday.
  7. The value of having a coach.
  8. The benefits of fasting.

You can find Carilyn on Twitter @CarilynJohnson

May 08, 202356:11
E183: God is Good!

E183: God is Good!

In this episode, we journey through the Bible as we learn about the goodness of God.

The best place to begin as we think about God being good is in Genesis 1:1. "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth."

During this lesson we consider...

  1. Who is God.
  2. How Genesis 1:1 destroys certain false doctrines.
  3. How everything God made was good.
  4. The fact that God is good and what that means.
  5. How God is the standard for what is good and not good.
  6. Our response to His goodness.
May 04, 202332:03
E182: Mark and Chantel Beall on how to create a successful Youtube Channel.

E182: Mark and Chantel Beall on how to create a successful Youtube Channel.

Summary

Mark and Chantel share their journey of starting a successful YouTube channel, Top Homeowners. They discuss the importance of just getting started and the challenges they faced along the way. They emphasize the need to create unique content for different channels and leverage trends to attract and engage viewers. They also highlight the importance of finding balance with scheduling and batch content creation. Mark shares his plans for coaching and helping others succeed on YouTube. In this conversation, Benjamin Lee discusses various aspects of starting and growing a YouTube channel with Mark and Chantel. They cover topics such as getting help and starting a channel, the importance of patience and making good content, the future of YouTube, scheduling and organization tips, managing multiple channels, posting frequency and strategies, posting videos on other platforms, and the importance of consistency and finding your audience. The main takeaways include the importance of celebrating every milestone, the need for patience and perseverance, the different strategies for search-based and discovery-based content, and the value of getting started and learning through action.

Takeaways

  • Just get started and don't be afraid to put your content out there.
  • Create unique content for different channels and leverage trends to attract viewers.
  • Find a balance between scheduling and batch content creation to ensure consistent output.
  • Consider coaching and helping others succeed on YouTube as a way to expand your reach and impact.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Background

01:28Getting Started with YouTube

03:27The Journey to Top Homeowners

05:16The Importance of Just Getting Started

09:07Balancing YouTube and Gaming

11:05Creating Top Homeowners and Initial Challenges

15:22The Strategy of Publishing More Content

18:11Leveraging Trends and Pop Culture

20:37Creating Unique Content for Different Channels

24:51Finding Balance with Scheduling and Batch Content

31:34Recognizing the Potential of YouTube

42:13Transitioning to Full-Time YouTube

45:33Coaching and Helping Others with YouTube

46:59Options for Getting Help and Starting a YouTube Channel

48:29The Importance of Patience and Making Good Content

49:25The Future of YouTube

50:17Scheduling and Organization Tips

51:44Managing Multiple YouTube Channels

53:08Posting Frequency and Strategies

56:20Different Strategies for Different Types of Content

58:15Posting YouTube Videos on Other Platforms

59:41The Importance of Consistency and Finding Your Audience

01:01:02Final Thoughts: Celebrating Every Moment and Getting Started Learn How to Start Your YouTube Channel: http://startyoutubenow.com/

Schedule Time With Mark: http://markyourcall.com


May 01, 202301:02:27