Worth Living Life
By Isaiah Mahlstedt
Worth Living LifeSep 21, 2020
WLL 38: This Life Is Not About Us
Welcome back to the Worth Living Life!
Today, I share a thought that's been bouncing around in my head the last week. It all started when a few statements in an audiobook I was listening to didn't sit right with me, and continued with a discussion at a Bible study.
When we're looking for clarity, purpose, or meaning, there is a truth that cannot be denied...
This life is not about us.
WLL 37: Searching for Seven with Tyler Smith
On today's episode of the Worth Living Life, I'm joined by Pastor, Author, Speaker, and Sportswriter Tyler Smith.
Listen in as we dive into his story, especially revolving around his new book, "Searching for Seven: The Journey of Seeking God Seven Days a Week"
You can find and follow Tyler at searchingforseven.com
WLL 36: Following God in Film (and stuff...) with Chris Staron
In today's episode of the Worth Living Life...
I am joined by award winning filmmaker and author Chris Staron!
As he shares his journey into creating media, leading up to his current project, the Truce Podcast, he shares life lessons learned including:
- His journey into filmmaking...
- The path he took when he wondered about becoming a pastor...
- His go-to choice when faced with choosing between directions in life...
- The piece of our culture welcomed by the church that worries him most...
- and, what advice he would give to a young person seeking direction and God's will in life.
You can find Chris on:
trucepodcast@yahoo.com
or most social media platforms under the handle @trucepodcast
WLL 35: Purpose without God?
In today's episode of the Worth Living Life...
I share a question that was raised during the discussion after today's live training in the 5 Days to Purpose challenge.
Namely, how do we decide if we are supposed to be faithful right where we are at, or if we are supposed to pursue some other direction?
In this episode, I dive a little deeper into that, and share my take...
Tune in to hear the rest!
WLL 34: Running the Challenge and a Critical Reminder
In today's episode, I continue sharing a peek behind the scenes of the 5 Days to Purpose challenge.
Today was the second day of the live training, so I share what the delivery of the challenge looks like, how I prepare (and some advice for anytime you are in a position to share with others), and a life lesson I was reminded of when I watched a random person's video...
Enjoy the episode!
WLL 33: A Path to Youth Ministry with Jeff Harding
In today's episode, youth minister Jeff Harding from Dallas, Texas share his story - and insights learned along the way - going from a kid with self image issues, to a multiple-degreed youth minister who has had the opportunity to work with a myriad of churches, camps, and retreats of all sizes over the last sixteen years.
A few highlights from the interview:
- The examples and experiences that lead him into youth ministry
- The crucial role mentors played in his life, and how to find one...
- Sharing the Gospel with people who look like they have it all together
- A conversation with 18-year-old Jeff
- "Cancel Culture": What it is and how it affects us right now...
I truly enjoyed recording this interview, and hope you pick up some of the nuggets that Jeff was putting down.
To connect with Jeff, check out his website:
WLL 32: The Challenge is (Almost) Starting! - Behind the Scenes Day 3
Welcome to the third "Behind the Scenes" look into how I am prepping the groundwork for the 5 Days to Purpose challenge that launches Monday, July 13!
Today was exciting, as I opened up the group and let folks in! I love how a challenge involves a group of people diving into a subject together, rather than just watching some videos online by yourself.
Also, I share a peek into what is coming next on this podcast...
Enjoy this episode!
WLL 31: How I'm Preparing Content For the 5 Days To Purpose Challenge
In today's episode, I share the a peek into how I'm preparing each day's training for the 5 Days to Purpose challenge, launching Monday, July 13.
Listen in to hear a super-high level overview of the topics we'll dive into, but if you want to hear the full scoop, then head over and join the free challenge yourself!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/5daystopurposejuly
WLL 30: Behind the Scenes: A Day In The Life With Technology...
In today's episode, I share a couple of things:
1. Round Two of the 5 Days to Purpose challenge is starting up on Monday! You can join it (for free) by heading to https://www.facebook.com/groups/5daystopurposejuly
2. I peep behind the scenes of what a day in my life trying to get technology to play nice looks like, and a lesson I was reminded of through it.
Enjoy today's episode, and I look forward to seeing YOU in the challenge!
WLL 29: A Simple Lesson From The Founding Fathers
In today's episode, I share a few thoughts I've been thinking about the founders of our nation. I realized, they are a lot more like us than I thought...
Enjoy your 4th of July - Independence Day!
WLL 28: Real Talk: Can I Trust God?
Can I Trust God?
This question has been circling in my mind for the last few months. I share behind the scenes of what I'm processing, with this hope:
Helping YOU decide, if you feel God is moving you toward something that doesn't make sense, can You trust God?
Listen in, and as always, reach out to me if I can help you in any way!
WLL 27: Are You Comfortable?
WLL 26: Finding God's Purpose For Our Lives
For years, I wrestled with the question: "What is God's will for my life?"
But there was another question that hurt even more:
"What if I have messed up so bad that God can't (or won't) use me for anything?"
In today's episode, I dive into where those questions came up in my life, and a couple of the tactical steps that helped me...
I'll dive deeper in future episodes, but for now, I'm super excited about something that is starting Monday, June 1st.
I am hosting a free challenge called The 12:1 Challenge: 5 Days towards Finding Your Purpose.
Listen in to the episode, and if it resonates with you, head over to The 12:1 Challenge to join!
See you on the next episode!
Isaiah
WLL 25: What Deleting Apps and Phone Lockboxes Can Do...
Welcome to today's episode of the Worth Living Life!
There is some exciting things coming together behind the scenes! But, I wanted to take a moment and share an update.
A couple of weeks ago, I deleted all social media apps off of my phone, and started using a "lockbox" for it every night.
The results have been pretty cool!
Listen in to hear my thoughts...
(Lockbox mentioned: https://www.thekitchensafe.com/)
WLL 24: How Could God Love Someone Like Me?
When I was younger, I often asked myself this question. I had dreams of being used by God for great things, but I would think "I've messed up so many times, how could God Love someone like me?"
With all the focus I have been putting on getting up off the couch and pursuing God's purpose for our lives, I wanted to be clear: God's Love for us is NOT based on our performance for him.
According to the Bible, God loved us before we ever considered loving him. Yes, action is important, but let's keep it in perspective!
WLL 23: NOW Is The Time For Action
As you go about your necessary daily tasks, whether that be schoolwork, your job, or everyday activities, do you ever have that quiet, nagging feeling that there is more to life? That something should be different, but you can't quite put your finger on it?
On today's episode, I share my take on why taking action on that feeling is critical, pulling from some speech notes I wrote over 3 years ago.
To continue the conversation, find me on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/isaiahmahlstedt
Facebook: www.facebook.com/isaiah.mahlstedt
WLL 22: Lack of "Willpower" Is NOT Your Problem!
Have you ever had a dream or goal that you wanted to accomplish, but just couldn't find the motivation or willpower to do what it took to accomplish it?
Yeah, me too. But, then I discovered that a lack of willpower was not my problem... and it's not yours either!
Listen in to this episode as I share this amazing, life-changing, and FUN principle!
WLL 21: Couch Potatoes and the Coronavirus
What Am I Working On Now?
WLL 19: The 3 Key Issues Youth Face Today (with James McLamb)
WLL 18: 9 Ways To Learn and Grow Outside of Traditional College
Howdy there!
In this episode, I talk about nine of the ways I discovered to learn and grow, both as a person and in marketable skills, without attending traditional college or higher education.
As I mentioned towards the end of the episode, I am curious as to your take on college and life in the couple of years after high school in particular. I'd love to hear your perspective! You can take a quick 3-5 minute questionnaire here:
https://form.jotform.com/isaiahcmahlstedt/what-are-your-thoughts-on-college
As always, you can reach out to me on Facebook or Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/isaiahmahlstedt/
https://www.facebook.com/isaiah.mahlstedt
Thanks, and I'll see you on the next podcast!
Isaiah
WLL 17: Why I Chose To Skip College, And What I'm Doing Instead!
In this episode, I'm going to talk about my journey: From considering college, to testing out of classes, to abandoning the idea altogether in favor of Entrepreneurship. Listen in to hear some of my thought process and experiences that led me to where I am!
As I mentioned in the episode, here is the link to register for the Free "30 Days" summit/interviews:
https://info.isaiah-mahlstedt.com/summit
This is where Russell Brunson interviewed 30 different people with successful online businesses, and posed this scenario:
"You suddenly lose everything... What would you do from day 1 to day 30 to save yourself?"
To continue the discussion, you can find me on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isaiahmahlstedt/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/isaiah.mahlstedt
Until next time!
Isaiah Mahlstedt
WLL 16: What a Soccer Ball to the Face Taught Me About the Hard Things in Life
Well, Howdy! Welcome back to the Worth Living Life podcast!
What does getting hit in the face with a soccer ball have to do with anything, and are there really any life lessons that can be learned from it? Tune in to today's episode to find out!
WLL 15: Leadership in Relationships (with Jace Kolar)
In today's episode of the Worth Living Life, Jace Kolar shares his story of growing up in FFA (Future Farmers of America), and a few of the leadership lessons he has learned along the way, not only from success but also from life doesn't go according to his plan.
To keep up with all that Jace is doing, head over to Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter and look for @jacekolar.
To see more information about the Ziglar training that Jace and I mentioned a few times in the episode, go to https://www.generationziglar.com/. If you have any desire to speak, facilitate workshops, or simply make a difference in the lives of other young people, this training will not only give you the resources, but the coaching and community you need.
Thanks for tuning in, I'll see you on the next podcast!
WLL 14: Life, Leadership, and Motivation with Evan Fruciano
WLL 13: How to Overcome Obstacles When We Don't Know How
Listen in as I share a couple of things I have been thinking about: How to use Leverage, Leaning in, and Lots of Repetition to learn how to overcome obstacles.
WLL 12: What Is The Story You Tell Yourself?
Every day, our brain gathers tons of information from all around us. However, we can choose what story we choose to tell based on what we focus on.
Listen in as I share some quick thoughts on how Sleight-of-Hand and Pick Pocketing shed some light on the bigger picture of life.
WLL 11: How to Accomplish Big Dreams: Why, What, How
Well, howdy there!
We all have things in our life that we want to accomplish. But how do you set about achieving something that is huge?
Listen in to today's podcast as I share some of the clarity I got on accomplishing big dreams during my recent road trip, as well as from one of my favorite heroes from the Old Testament: Nehemiah.
I hope this message challenges and encourages you as you press forward in your Worth Living Life!
WLL 10: Prioritize: The Power of "No!"
We each have twenty-four hours in a day. How are you using yours?
When we prioritize, we can say No! to the Better, Good, or downright Bad uses of our time, energy, and focus, and instead focus on the Best.
WLL 9: What I Do WHEN Overwhelm Hits
Have you ever had times in your life when things get overwhelming? I know I have. Listen in as I share what I have been learning to do when overwhelm hits.
The Dangerous Truth about Social Media
WLL 7: Who Cares What "They" Think?
WLL 6: The Poo Crew (Interview with Daniel Diment)
WLL 5: Family Business + Health Crisis = ?
WLL 4: Procrastination vs. Persistence
WLL 3: Funnels, Music, and the Key to Business
WLL 2: Why Being Scared Out Of Your Mind Might Be a Good Thing...