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Practices for Vital Living

Practices for Vital Living

By Upendo Fellowship

Practices for Vital Living explains Christianity in simple terms and supports the daily practice of it in our lives. Some people feel like they aren’t doing enough to apply what they already know; while others feel they are doing too much and are overworked. How do we take steps to live a life of vitality and support each other in the process? Those are the key questions we answer together with you. We don’t pose as a “sage on the stage”; we’re just regular people who aim to see themselves and others apply the teachings of Jesus Christ more fully in their lives.
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S2 E6: Former Hindu Turned Christian

Practices for Vital LivingDec 22, 2021

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S2 E6: Former Hindu Turned Christian

S2 E6: Former Hindu Turned Christian

This episode, our host Andras Paul joins special guest Jit Chawla for a session on his conversion from Hinduism to Christianity.  Jit Chawla speaks candidly about his experience as a Christian.

Dec 22, 202137:49
S2 E5: Caring for One's Mental Health in a Pandemic

S2 E5: Caring for One's Mental Health in a Pandemic

This episode our host Kathrynne Paul joins special guest Tajuana Lordeus for a discussion about mental health:  before and during the Covid-19 pandemic.  We'll focus on age demographics and the mental health challenges of front line workers.  Is the pandemic over?   What are the mental health challenges of getting to back to "normal?"



May 14, 202150:38
S2 E4: From Knowledge to Application for a Healthy Lifestyle

S2 E4: From Knowledge to Application for a Healthy Lifestyle

This episode reiterates a three-part blueprint toward a healthy lifestyle from the previous episode and how to apply and actualize it in our lives.  We acknowledge that logic and evidence are not enough for us to humble ourselves before Jesus Christ.  We establish that we must be knowledgeable about the human body, natural remedies, and pharmaceutical drugs.  Then we provide several ways to turn our knowledge into lifestyles of optimal health.

Resources

The Holy Bible
The Divine Prescription and Science of Health and Healing by Dr. Gunther B. Paulien

Apr 23, 202132:12
S2 E3: From Disease to Health

S2 E3: From Disease to Health

This episode answers the questions below.

What causes disease?
Who heals?
What are the conditions for healing? 

We revamp the NEWSTART framework and submit that the principles of health are within our grasp. It's our responsibility to follow the principles of health.

Resource:  The Holy Bible

Links:

https://upendochurch.com/resources/podcast/
https://anchor.fm/practicesforvitalliving
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Apr 03, 202134:08
S2 E2: Your Response to the Church
Mar 18, 202140:50
S2E1: The Christian Church

S2E1: The Christian Church

This episode explains the nature and purpose of the Christian church and explains controversies surrounding the church. It shows that even in the midst of controversy and opposition, the Christian church is guaranteed to succeed.

Resources:  The Holy Bible and Growing in Christ by Dr. Kwabena Dankor

Mar 05, 202137:33
Season 2 Trailer

Season 2 Trailer

Learn more about the Practices for Vital Living podcast and meet our hosts for Season 2.

Mar 04, 202101:07
S1 E22: The Demise of Society
Nov 23, 202027:19
S1 E21: God's Ideal Thwarted

S1 E21: God's Ideal Thwarted

This episode is part two of our series on The Conspiracy Against the Family.  Listen as we highlight the crucial role of God's communication to His children for the purpose of our well-being as it pertains to our origin and to the family, the way God defines it.  God created the Biblical family and holds absolute control of it.  It cannot be redefined or improved upon.  Any such attempts seek to undermine God and harm us.

Resources

The Holy Bible

https://upendochurch.com/resources/podcast

https://anchor.fm/practicesforvitalliving/support 

Nov 13, 202019:42
S1 E20: Broken State

S1 E20: Broken State

Today's episode Broken State kicks off the first installment of this month's series on The Conspiracy Against the Family.

This month's host Michael Folkes takes us back to the perfect family God created and how that family chose a broken state. Why is the family broken?  Is that what God intended? What are best practices for mending brokenness in the family?

Resources

The Holy Bible

Nov 04, 202010:40
S1 E19: Authentic Christian Faith Pt. 4 - Embracing Sanctification

S1 E19: Authentic Christian Faith Pt. 4 - Embracing Sanctification

This is the final episode in our series on Authentic Christian Faith.  In this episode on Embracing Sanctification, we'll bring all the previous topics into context as we work out our salvation in the process of sanctification.

Resources

The Holy Bible

Oct 29, 202023:51
S1 E18: Authentic Christian Faith Pt. 3 - Handling Suffering

S1 E18: Authentic Christian Faith Pt. 3 - Handling Suffering

This week's episode is Part 3 in our series on Authentic Christian Faith.  We focus on grappling with the practical reality of suffering and how we can learn from Jesus and the Word to get through it strong.

Resources

The Bible

https://upendochurch.com/resources/podcast/ 

https://anchor.fm/practicesforvitalliving/support

Oct 21, 202017:10
S1 E17: Authentic Christian Faith Pt. 2 - Mirroring Obedience

S1 E17: Authentic Christian Faith Pt. 2 - Mirroring Obedience

This episode is Part 2 in our series on Authentic Christian Faith.  Listen as we examine God's righteousness and how we can be empowered to follow that in our own lives through obedience.

Resource:  The Holy Bible

https://upendochurch.com/resources/podcast/

https://anchor.fm/practicesforvitalliving/support


Oct 14, 202015:29
S1 E16: Authentic Christian Faith: Understanding Love

S1 E16: Authentic Christian Faith: Understanding Love

Join this month's host Jit Chawla as he starts a new series on Authentic Christian Faith.  This first episode is on Understanding Love.  Listen as we explore God's love for us and how that can make us love Him and others more.

https://upendochurch.com/resources/podcast/

https://anchor.fm/practicesforvitalliving/support


Oct 07, 202011:39
S1 E15: Adopting a Growth Mindset: Learning on the Road to Emmaus

S1 E15: Adopting a Growth Mindset: Learning on the Road to Emmaus

For the conclusion of our series on the exploration of success, we will discuss growth mindset and its relationship to learning and success.

Resources

  • Bible
  • On Course: Strategies for Success in College, Career, and Life
  • @ThierryHenry, Twitter
  • https://www.dnapeople.co.uk/the-first-four-minutes-the-growth-mindset-of-entrepreneurs/
Sep 30, 202018:33
S1 E14: Accepting Personal Responsibility: Looking for Life in All the Wrong Places

S1 E14: Accepting Personal Responsibility: Looking for Life in All the Wrong Places

Part 4 in our five-part series on the Principles of Success discusses the importance of accepting personal responsibility for our choices and how doing so leads to success.

Resources

Bible

On Course: Strategies for Success in College, Career, and Life

Sep 23, 202014:14
S1 E13: Emotional Intelligence: Understanding One's Emotions and the Emotions of Others

S1 E13: Emotional Intelligence: Understanding One's Emotions and the Emotions of Others

Join us as we focus on how empathy and emotional self-control are key to success.

Resources

The Bible

https://upendochurch.com/resources/podcast/

https://anchor.fm/practicesforvitalliving/support


Sep 16, 202009:26
S1 E12: Self-Awareness: What To Do When Off-Course and How To Get Back On

S1 E12: Self-Awareness: What To Do When Off-Course and How To Get Back On

Join us for Part Two of our series on the Five Principles of Success.  This week, we will discover how a condemned thief's self-awareness led to a successful outcome.

Episode resources:  Bible; On Course: Strategies for Success in College, Career, and Life

https://upendochurch.com/resources/podcast/

https://anchor.fm/practicesforvitalliving/support

Sep 09, 202011:58
S1 E11: Self-Motivation: Christ Planned His Work and Worked His Plan (and So Should You!)
Sep 02, 202015:51
S1 E10: Hope: Death Has No Power
Aug 27, 202012:16
S1 E9: State of the Dead
Aug 19, 202012:41
S1 E8: Life: plan of salvation
Aug 12, 202013:26
S1 E7: Framework and Foundation
Aug 05, 202010:16
S1 E6: Adversity and Destiny
Jul 29, 202018:06
S1 E5: The Royal Law
Jul 22, 202014:56
S1 E4: Cardinal Principle of Self-Care
Jul 15, 202013:55
S1 E3: Two Kinds of Sons and Daughters
Jul 08, 202016:30
S1 E2: Tell Me What I Dreamed

S1 E2: Tell Me What I Dreamed

This episode relates a story from the book of Daniel about the amazing credibility of the Bible.

Jul 01, 202019:07
S1 E1: First and Foremost About Vital Living

S1 E1: First and Foremost About Vital Living

This episode relates a story about the relationship and purpose that gives satisfaction to our existence.

Jun 24, 202008:03
Practices for Vital Living: Trailer

Practices for Vital Living: Trailer

Upendo Fellowship presents:  Practices for Vital Living. This show is for anybody who seeks to understand Christianity and how that belief system can help them live a life of vitality. Each week, we will provide you with tips, tools, and a support system to help you live a healthier and more satisfying life.

Jun 12, 202000:37