Episodios

  • Megan Fate Marshman on Why Jesus Was Relaxed & How To Be In Our Lives | Ep. 210

    Megan Fate Marshman on Why Jesus Was Relaxed & How To Be In Our Lives | Ep. 210
    Sep 13 2024
    In this powerful episode of Chasing Elephants, we sit down with author and communicator Megan Fate Marshman to discuss her new book "Relaxed: Walking With the One Who’s Not Worried About a Thing." We dive into spiritual formation, how to walk with Jesus daily, and why being relaxed is the key to a deep, intimate relationship with God. Megan shares personal stories, insights from spiritual leaders like Dallas Willard, and her own journey of faith through loss. If you're a student leader looking to grow in your faith, or you're curious about how to live a more peaceful, intentional life with Jesus, this conversation is for you. Tune in to discover how to eliminate hurry, deepen your spiritual life, and truly let God guide your steps. 0:00 – Introduction: 1:00 – Meet Megan Fate Marshman: Author & Communicator 3:00 – The Story Behind "Relaxed" and Its Powerful Message 4:50 – How a Single Word Changed How We See Jesus 6:10 – Why We Struggle to Live Like Jesus – Spiritual Formation 9:00 – Personal Transformation Through Loss and Walking with God 12:00 – How to Have an Intimate Relationship with Jesus 16:10 – The Power of Walking with Jesus Over Rushing Through Life 19:00 – Why Spiritual Growth is a Slow Process: Endurance Over Quick Fixes 22:00 – Lessons on Living Intentionally and Removing Distractions 24:00 – How to Take a Walk With God – Practical Steps 26:10 – The Sanctification Gap: Why We Struggle and How to Close It 31:00 – The Truth About Weakness and Strength in Your Faith Journey 36:00 – Overcoming Life's Temptations Through Spiritual Discipline 40:00 – Final Reflections on Trusting God's Power Over Our Own
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  • How To Succeed in School This Year! | Ep. 209

    How To Succeed in School This Year! | Ep. 209
    Sep 6 2024
    22 m
  • The 4 Things We Learned This Summer | Ep. 208

    The 4 Things We Learned This Summer | Ep. 208
    Aug 23 2024
    44 m
  • How to Be The Best Leader You Can Be | Ep. 207

    How to Be The Best Leader You Can Be | Ep. 207
    Aug 16 2024
    Welcome back to Part 2 of our leadership series with Jeff Wallace! In this episode, we dive deeper into the proper perspective of a leader through a leadership devotional. We discuss key truths every leader should embrace, including stepping out of comfort zones, being spiritual tone setters, and trusting God in complex situations. Drawing from Ephesians 3, Jeff breaks down five crucial points on how leaders can maximize their effectiveness by aligning with God's purpose and power. Join us as we explore how to lead with purpose, guided by faith, and empowered by the limitless possibilities that come with serving a God who makes the impossible possible. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more leadership insights! For more resources, check out the Wonder Box – a quarterly subscription by Brent AOW, packed with content on spiritual formation, ethics, leadership, and history. Visit SLU.com to learn more! #Leadership #ChristianLeadership #Ephesians3 #FaithAndLeadership #SpiritualToneSetters #WonderBox Subscribe, follow, and stay connected with us on social media:
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  • Jeff Wallace, Ph.D. "Master Your Leadership" | Ep. 206

    Jeff Wallace, Ph.D. "Master Your Leadership" | Ep. 206
    Aug 9 2024

    Jeff outlines 3 Types of Leaders:

    • strategic leader
    • tactical leader
    • operational leader

    4 Behaviors of a Leader:

    1. Master the art of self leadership
    2. master the art of positivity
    3. the willingness to think critically
    4. the unwillingness to be a passive leader
      1. choose to take initiative
      2. planning and preparing for whats to come
      3. respond to what important
      4. don't waste your time

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  • Brent Crowe, Ph.D. “Patriotic Ethos” (Live from SLU 201) | Ep 205

    Brent Crowe, Ph.D. “Patriotic Ethos” (Live from SLU 201) | Ep 205
    Aug 2 2024

    On this week's episode of Chasing Elephants, listen to Brent Crowe, Ph.D. talk about Patriotic Ethos at SLU 201 2024.

    Brent defines these words:

    PATRIOTISM: The term patriotism, “coming from a Latin root pater, ‘father,’ patriotism is zeal or enthusiasm for the fatherland, that is, the country of one’s birth or adoption.*” This enthusiasm encompasses the feelings of gratitude and a vision of what is best for the country. Therefore, the patriot is devoted to the highest and most noble ideals of her or his nation.

    ETHOS : A Greek word meaning “character” and the English word “ethic” is also derived from ethos. Therefore, ethos represents the moral or ethical character of an individual who is conveying her or his beliefs and aspirations. The dictionary defines ethos as the characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations.

    Some Key Points:

    1. A Patriotic Ethos is informed by obvious and understandable truths: We hold these truths to be self-evident.

    2. Patriotism is grounded in equality of all persons: that all men are created equal.

    3. A Patriotic Ethos is motivated by divine blessing: that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights.

    4. Patriotism is guided by the highest ideals of what a nation should aspire to be: that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.

    5. Patriots seek to hold their country accountable to a better version of itself: whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government.

    6. The patriot is patient with her or his government: Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes.

    *R. K. Harrison, ed., Encyclopedia of Biblical and Christian Ethics (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 1987), 303.

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  • Derwin Gray "Woke" Misappropriation and True Mercy: Lessons from the Good Samaritan | Ep 203

    Derwin Gray "Woke" Misappropriation and True Mercy: Lessons from the Good Samaritan | Ep 203
    Jul 19 2024
    Join us as Derwin Gray dives into the historical origins and modern misappropriations of the term "woke," underscores the importance of racial reconciliation through the love of Jesus, and shares personal stories of transformation and faith. Tune in for a compelling discussion on mercy, understanding, and the church’s role in healing racial divides.
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  • Facing Fear and Rejection: Bethany Barr Phillips on Leading Creatively | Ep 202

    Facing Fear and Rejection: Bethany Barr Phillips on Leading Creatively | Ep 202
    Jul 12 2024
    Bethany Barr Phillips delves into the concept of leading through the lens of an artist. She begins by exploring what it means to be an artist, which involves conceptualizing and expressing emotion and imagination, as well as innovating, shifting, dreaming, and taking risks. Phillips posits that the ultimate artist is God, in whose image humans are created, allowing art to reside within every individual. Bethany identifies fear of failure and rejection as significant barriers to adopting an artist's perspective. Using David's confrontation with Goliath, she illustrates the importance of leading in new ways without fear. She differentiates between the fear of failure and the fear of rejection, explaining that rejection stems from a fear of not being accepted. Throughout the episode, Phillips shares her personal journey from growing up in South Mississippi to becoming a worship leader. She highlights moments that shaped her identity and journey in life and even recounts a personal story about her chickens, linking it to risk-taking and leadership. Bethany encourages the audience to reflect on what it means to be an artist, identify what may hinder them from embracing an artistic perspective, and consider how they can lead creatively and innovatively. She advocates for pioneering through the lens of an artist, drawing inspiration from biblical figures like Moses and the three boys in the fire. Phillips enumerates characteristics of a pioneer and stresses the importance of collaboration, referencing the diversity of Jesus' disciples. She urges leaders to overcome fear and rejection, using the example of the Wright brothers as unconventional pioneers who successfully built an airplane. In conclusion, Phillips introduces the "three P's" for leading as an artist: pioneer, persevere, and pivot. She discusses the significance of maintaining core messages while being willing to adjust methods as needed. Using biblical examples like Noah and Ruth, she reiterates the importance of obedience and pioneering. The episode ends with a heartfelt prayer by Bethany, expressing gratitude to God, seeking guidance on leading artistically, and asking for the grace to persevere and partner with others.
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