THE BREATHING GOD PODCAST: For the Weary One
Today, I want to encourage your heart. If you’ve been distracted, distraught, or having difficulty shaking off doubt, fear, and unbelief, this episode is for you.
Today, I want to encourage your heart. If you’ve been distracted, distraught, or having difficulty shaking off doubt, fear, and unbelief, this episode is for you.
In this straight-talking episode, we discuss the journey of healing and renewal as we explore the delicate process of rebuilding trust in a marriage.
The shame culture invites us to participate in this perpetual seeking of others’ approval, and we would not have shame if we did not have an audience. So, who is your audience? Who is it that you care what they think about you?
Part 17 – Join Tennison and Ginelle as they discuss some very easy ways that churches and community build their group identity around very toxic and potentially destructive things. These usually start as a “great way to minister” to a group of people, but if gone unchecked you can begin to identity yourself as your malfunction, (who we are when we are not acting like ourselves.)
How should Christians respond to Halloween? Should they participate? Abstain? Make an alternative?
Today we take a moment to “Be still and know that He is God.” Join me today for a short time of prophecy, prayer, and stillness.
In relationships, assumptions can be like silent assassins, lurking in the shadows, undermining connection, and wreaking havoc on the bond in your marriage.
Our potential in Christ is different than the potential in this world, and our mindset will determine whether we reach that potential. Listen in as Denise shares how to reach your potential in Christ.
Part 16 – In this episode, Tennison and Ginelle will be talking about different ways we try to form strong group identities that are, in reality, very weak and shallow. These group identities have missed the mark on who we should be identifying with and do not help us transform into who God has designed us to be.
There is a great need for revival and awakening in America, and the Bible is not silent about how to seek God for Him to heal our land.
In this episode, my special guest, Cindy Helton, and I discuss two other methods of contemplation called branching and breath prayer. It is such a rich discussion, and at the end of the episode, Cindy leads us into a time of encounter. I believe you will be truly blessed.
Life is full of ups and downs, and even the strongest marriages can hit a rough patch. If you’ve found yourselves in a marriage funk, don’t fret— hang on, we’re here to pull you out!
We need to let go of limitations that are formed in the flesh. Listen in as we learn how to let go of limitations in our own minds.
Part 15 – What if Jesus was constantly creating Identity statements for His followers to grab ahold of? What if the Sermon on Mount was one big identity statement? How would that change how we read it? Tennison and Ginelle will discuss these questions and more in this episode.
In this episode, Jake teaches the type of prayer that provokes a response from Jesus and how it is His desire in this hour to see His bride awakened to a deeper place of intercession and travail.
The Word of God is a doorway that leads to encounter, and you have been invited to step through it so that it becomes alive to you in ways you didn’t know possible. If reading the Bible has become boring, mundane, and religious, or if you want to experience the Living Word in a fresh way, this episode is for you.
Join us for this episode as we explore the art of rediscovering and nurturing the love that initially brought you together.
If we have the mind of Christ, as Paul says we do in 1 Corinthians 2:16, then why isn’t this the case in our relationships? Listen in as Denise unpacks how to cultivate healthy, thriving mindsets in our tribe.
Immanuel Journaling is a simple way to improve your awareness of God’s presence and understand His goodness. The practice will build a secure attachment to God and strengthen your identity.
Revival is all about revealing Jesus in a powerful way. Just as John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus to be revealed, we must also prepare the way to see a fresh outpouring of the Spirit.
Today, I share a story about a very special encounter I had with the Holy Spirit. It is also an invitation to you.
It’s impossible to have a God-centered marriage without scripture being alive and well in your marriage. Believe it or not, there are more Bible verses that can apply to your marriage than just those read at your wedding or often heard from the pulpit.
Gratitude does not have to follow feelings. Feelings come when we choose how we are going to think. Listen in as Denise shares how gratitude can help us to shift negative mindsets.
Living in a constant state of appreciation is crucial for our own well-being and the deepening of our relationships.
We are living in a time when the church is in desperate need of revival. We can no longer afford business as usual but must go all in to see an awakening in this hour.
Lectio Divina is the practice of encountering God through His Word. It is a beautiful and powerful way to experience Jesus as the Living Word.
Tune in today and find out as we talk about 4 things that might be making that 7-year, or perhaps that 2-year, 10-year, or even 20-year itch a problem in your marriage. Oh, and don’t worry, we will help you know what to do and give you some strategies to keep those nasty itches from popping up in the first place!
A healthy mindset is not achieved just by saying we are going to have a growth mindset or a positive outlook but by letting the Holy Spirit renew our thoughts as we learn about the new culture God has for our minds through the mind of Christ.
Part 14 – In every relational interaction we have, we are always asking two questions; Who are we, and How is it like my people to act? The answers to these questions come from the group of people you belong to, and your relational experiences with those people. These actions, responses, expressions, happen pre-consciously and reveal your character.
Speaking in tongues often occurs when a believer is first baptized with the Holy Spirit, but this often misunderstood gift is meant for much more than that. When we make a spiritual discipline of praying in tongues, we will begin to maximize this gift and see great fruit as a result!
Join Gretchen as discusses imaginative contemplation with her friend Eunice Combrink.
Unfortunately, it’s quite possible for two people living under the same roof and sharing a life together to feel completely alone. If you long for togetherness and oneness in your marriage, you don’t want to miss this episode, where we share everything you need to create oneness in your marriage.
Denise defines the needs of our mindset battles—which require more than positive thinking. Using Philippians 4:8, she powerfully sets forth the prescription for a right mind as defined in God’s Word.
Part 13 – What is it? Why is it so important? How is it formed? Did Jesus create a Group Identity? What happens when Group Identity is shallow or toxic? These questions and more will be answered over the next several podcasts as they unpack Group Identity.
In this episode, Jake teaches the power of praying in tongues. He explains what it is, why it is important, and the various purposes for it. Let’s embrace this valuable gift!
In this episode, I dive into the subject of contemplation, which is one way we position our hearts to encounter God. Regardless of who you are or where you are in your walk with the Lord, you can encounter Him!
Do you ever wonder how well your marriage could hold up under trial? Maybe you’re under trial now and are unsure if you’ll make it.
Denise continues the conversation of making up our minds as the publication date for her new book “Make Up Your Mind” draws nearer. In today’s episode, she shares five powerful ways to embrace an abundance mindset.
Part 12 – In this episode, we will focus on how “Sharing weakness and being vulnerable” in safe community builds Hesed. We also introduce how narcissism directly opposes Hesed and why narcissist people are threatened by it.
While all believers are indwelt with the Holy Spirit, there is always more of His anointing and power for us to receive.
God is awakening a passion in His bride that cannot be quenched. He invites us to walk more closely to Him and hear His whispers for ourselves.
In this episode, we’re talking about the reasons why growing in marriage is a must, as well as how to know the difference between encouraging and enabling one another.
We who are in Christ must put on Christ. So, how do we put on Christ? We choose His thoughts over ours. Listen in as Denise shares 5 ways we put on Christ as we learn to make up our minds.
Part 11 – Hesed is the relational glue that holds us together. That glue does not apply itself to your relationships. Building Hesed just doesn’t happen on its own. It takes intentional time and practice. Listen in as we begin a conversation and talk through the four ways to build Hesed in your community.
Every believer has been given access to God’s presence through the blood of Jesus and can cultivate an intimate relationship with Him.
You are going to be so encouraged by the two testimonies she shares of encountering Jesus. I truly believe that your faith for life-changing encounters of your own will explode after hearing this episode.
We all want a strong marriage, but that doesn’t mean we know how to build one. On this episode of Building a Strong Marriage, we’re sharing the exact building blocks you’ll need to make sure your marriage has a firm foundation that will be able to withstand any storm.
Putting off things is not quite as easy as putting things on. But putting off paves the way for putting on a new way of thinking.
Part 10 – If Hesed is lacking fear, shame, weakness, withdrawal, and performance will rule. Join us as we conclude our conversation and answer the question, How much Hesed is in your community?
We will have to fight to maintain a life of personal devotion to God, but He is worth it!
Today’s episode is taken from a recent session of my mentorship group. It is beautiful, personal, holy, and an ongoing, unfolding, life-changing revelation for me.
Join us for this episode, where we’ll discuss the telltale signs that you’ve reached the point where “busy” has become “too busy.” It’s time to stop letting your marriage and family take the hit from a jam-packed calendar.
Mindsets that pull us away from God’s thoughts. Listen in as Denise shares 5 keys to protecting your belief system.
Once we see and understand who and what God truly is, He will cease to be how we acquire our treasure and become our treasure.
Listen in as Dr. Paula McDonald walks us through the divine connection created by God to His children and all of the wondrous ways in which His designs are replicated in the physical world around us.
As we yield to the Holy Spirit’s work in our hearts, we can develop an increasing desire for God!
Today we talk about one of the ways you may be hearing or sensing God without realizing it. I also share a word of encouragement from Jesus that is vital for every one of us, regardless of the season we’re in.
We’re asking each other a specific question, “What do you think we do that keeps our marriage alive?” Tune in to hear our individual answers, and then keep listening to find out what we both agree are the things that will do the opposite and kill your love.
Who would’ve thunk examining our thoughts is key to a joy-filled life in Christ? Our thoughts don’t have to run our lives. We get to choose to run our thoughts through God’s word.
Once we see and understand who and what God truly is, He will cease to be how we acquire our treasure and become our treasure.
As we learn to practice this important spiritual discipline, we will know God more and see Him move in greater ways!
I’ll tell you this—if you’ve experienced God’s radical love and want more, this episode is for you. And if He seems distant and mysterious, and you’re dry and weary, this episode is for you, too.
What gets in the way of connecting with our spouse more than anything nowadays? Technology, mainly our cell phones. They keep us attached to the outside world way more than they help us stay connected to our spouse. Join us today as we chat about the specific ways our phones can wreak havoc in our marriages, and then find out how we can use them for good!
Do you need a mindset reset? This week we conclude our discussion of a mindset reset by unpacking how to overcome negative mindsets. Listen in as Michelle shares strategies in overcoming negative mindsets through 5 key spheres.
People that live in this posture believe that God exists to supply what we need or desire. Receiving God’s gifts is the entirety of our relationship with Him. They have reduced God to a Genie to grant us our desires.
In this episode, Jake gives examples of how God intervenes in answer to prayer and teaches on how we can grow in our prayer lives. As we give ourselves to prayer, we will see God at work in and through our lives!
Get comfortable and set aside distractions; we’re going to encounter the Lord together.
Have you or your spouse ever gotten into hot water with each other? Chances are it’s because someone said something that they shouldn’t have. We’ve all been there a time or two, but today we want to help prevent you from falling into the same trap again.
You do not have to be held captive by negative thoughts anymore. God’s thoughts are not our thoughts, but God is able to help us with our thoughts.
Part 9 – Hesed is the relational glue that binds us together. If Hesed is present in your community you will find love, connection, identity, and belonging. If Hesed is lacking fear, shame, weakness, withdrawal, and performance will rule. How much Hesed is in your community?
God’s Word is living and powerful, and regularly investing time in the Scriptures is vital to our spiritual growth.
“I want, and I choose what better leads to the deepening of God’s life in me.” This quote from St. Ignatius sums up what this episode is about.
In today’s episode, we’re talking about the power of praying for your spouse. Prayer is one of the most impactful things you can do for them, and also for you and your marriage!
Listen in as Denise discusses and defines 10 chief negative mindsets. Part of healing our broken mindsets is understanding how we developed them and what mindset struggles we actually have.
People that live in this posture believe that God exists to supply what we need or desire. Receiving God’s gifts is the entirety of our relationship with Him. They have reduced God to a Genie to grant us our desires.
Many believers desire to grow in their personal prayer lives but don’t know what steps to take. In this episode, Jake gives practical keys and intentional steps you can take to grow in the secret place. Personal devotion is not meant to be a mundane duty but a passionate delight!
Join us as we discuss the beauty, intimacy, and value of creating with our Creator. Today’s episode is going to encourage the creatives and reawaken the dreams of others. It’s time to create!
Do you expect things from your spouse? Do you ever wonder if you should or not? Well, in this episode, we are talking about 3 common expectations that couples have that might be causing some struggle in their marriages.
To wrap up a month focusing on real gratitude, Denise concludes her conversation with Morgan Sugg, author of Forever in My Goodness: Trusting in the Abundant Favor of God. Check out their final discussion as they continue to illuminate real gratitude through the characteristics of God’s goodness.
Part 8 – Hesed/Attachment is so important in creating identity. Our connection to God is directly connected to our connection, positive or negative, with the people around us.
In this episode, Jake uses the example of Moses meeting with God in the tent of meeting and applies it to our lives today. As we enter our own personal tent of meeting, we will be transformed and see God’s glory cover the earth!
Today, we go into the presence of God together. I also share an encounter that will help navigate you out of anxiety, fear, and lies of the enemy. Sit back and relax as you engage your heart with the love of God. This is going to be an episode you’ll want to listen to more than once.
If you and your spouse seek to strengthen and protect your marriage by fighting against the Enemy, this episode is for you. We share invaluable insights and actionable advice to help you maintain your love, trust, and unity.
Listen in as Denise and Morgan unpack God’s goodness one characteristic at a time and remind us how much we have to be grateful for.
Living a LIFE OVER GOD means that there is no room or need for God. Our desire to control our environment and mitigate our fears no longer requires appeasing God. Instead, we view the universe as a machine that we can understand.
The secret to the ministry of Jesus was the secret place; let’s follow His example!
Do you live with one foot in today and one in tomorrow? Or next week? Next year? Or are you living in the past, constantly thinking of what was? The Lord encountered me so sweetly with a word He wants me to share with you.
You’ve probably heard about the consequences of divorce, but have you ever thought that if there are consequences of divorce, there must be benefits of marriage?
As Denise continues the discussion on real gratitude, she turns her attention to the need for true grit. Check out her thoughts from a previous health crisis that showed her that the grit that grows gratitude often is the irritant that forms a pearl as we cast our pain onto God’s grace.
Living WITH God Series – In this episode, Tennison and Ginelle’s conversation centers around what living a LIFE UNDER GOD looks like, presented in the book ‘WITH: Reimagining The Way You Relate to God’ by Skye Jethani.
God has given the invitation to every believer to meet with Him in the secret place. In this episode, Jake shares some of his personal journey into the secret place and encourages you to answer the call to meet with the Lord on a regular basis. God rewards those who seek Him, and as we draw near to Him, He will draw near to us!
Today I chatted with Rachel Faulkner-Brown of Be Still Ministries and co-host of the amazing There Is More podcast.
Have you ever been caught in a cycle of disagreements where you never find a resolution and one or both of you are so sure of your rightness that there’s no room for listening to the other’s side or perspective? But what if there was a more loving way to disagree?
In today’s episode, she encourages us to throw off the temptation to be a sunshine patriot—a person dedicated to a cause only when it’s easy. Listen in as she shares from personal experience the persistence needed to remain grateful when trials came her way.
LIFE WITH GOD is different because its goal is not to use God; its goal is God. Join Tennison and Ginelle as they begin their new series Living With God.
Prayer is a foundational way we grow in our relationship with God and partner with Him to see His kingdom advance on earth. Jake shares characteristics of tenacious prayer and encourages believers to step into a passionate life of intercession!
If you have been feeling worn out and weary, the Lord wants to encourage you today. Whether you have been standing and believing for breakthrough for days or years, this word is for you. Be strengthened today, as I share God’s heart with you.
Has your sex life or romantic life fizzled? Are you wondering how in the world you can ever keep those sparks alive with all the busyness, work, parenting, or stress? Well, you want to join us on this episode as we give you some practical ways to keep those sparks alive for years to come!
In the second part of Denise’s interview with Catherine Bird, author of “The Armor of God,” they continue to discuss how to put on God’s Armor and the tremendous benefit it is to our lives. Then they wrap up with strategies for future battles we don’t yet know are coming.
Part 7 – God’s plan for his creation was never for us to be “saved” or “born again”, it was and is for us to be attached to Him with a bonded or sticky love. He also intended for us to be attached to each other in this same way. So what does it mean to be deeply attached or bonded to God, yourself, and others?