Notes for Podcast: https://gracenotebook.com/paradigm-shift/

In this episode, Mark and Dr. John discuss the need for a paradigm shift. The guys define and discuss different paradigm shifts that have changed the way we think and live. People need a grace-awakening! Shifts discussed include:

• Self-effort shifts to empowerment by the Holy Spirit.
• Feelings-based identity shifts to a Christ-centered identity.
• Performance-based acceptance shifts to grace-based acceptance.
• Doing in order to be shifts to being in order to do.
• Self-worth based on worldly values shifts to self-worth based on Biblical values.

Other points of discussion include holiness, ministry, and the fact that Christ is Savior, Lord, and Life. Dr. Woodward discusses how biblical knowledge is not the same as biblical insight.

"We try harder is fatal in the Christian life. We do not live the Christ-life by trying, but rather by trusting." Stephen Olford

In this podcast, Mark and John interview GFI's newest Life Coach, Lynn Hill. Lynn is a retired pastor who lives in Middle Tennessee. In this episode, Lynn shares his story, which is loaded with success, failures, and his journey in grief through the loss of his wife.

To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e1x6tpgDfWU

In part 2 of this conversation on grief, Dr. John uses a clock illustration to speak of grief and potential hindrances to stop the healing process. Mark and John discuss practical ways to deal with grief. This includes cultivating a strong, sensitive support system, having the freedom to cry, creating a plan for socializing regularly, cultivating a trustworthy, honest confidant, and releasing resentment. The guys discuss physical guidelines to deal with grief, which include rest, getting plenty of fluids, eating healthy, moving, and getting sunlight. The guys also discuss spiritual ways to deal with grief, and these include prayer, developing a positive, practical perspective based on spiritual truth, memorizing scripture, and developing a yearning for eternity.

In this episode, both Mark and John share personal grief stories. The guys also finish with practical ways to help others through their grief process.

Links:

June Hunt's Book on Counseling: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/store/product/counseling-through-your-bible-handbook

Music for the Soul: https://www.musicforthesoul.org

Created 4 More: https://created4more.net/author/janegoins/

To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/U4_eJwQrUyo

To watch our 55th Celebration: https://www.youtube.com/live/bzctzo3l_ts?si=PumXiDpaFURcCkLE

In this episode, Mark and Dr. John define grief and discuss the stages of grief. Within each stage, Mark and John speak of hope and give practical ways to resolve the grief in your life. Dr. John uses the illustration of a wound to illustrate grief and how we deal with it. God understands grief, and as Isaiah 53 states, He is a "Man of sorrows and acquainted with grief." If you are struggling with grief, please email us: hello@gracefellowshipinternational.com

Notes:

https://gracenotebook.com/dealing-with-loss/

https://gracenotebook.com/encourage-yourself-in-god/

June Hunt's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Counseling-Through-Your-Bible-Handbook/dp/0736921818/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1RA58I1JY8FCU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-8WW0OSSOYmyqizEH-xswJSVfULsCNTNB3BSn1d3IM5K2gPNwx4uBnjoGU9f7ZkgW6cGGiH6JgO6Sh51n7Wmrwxo2fh9vIsXcjwo-BJnGJcQWbhNI6NeLX-6gCw2UDCORAodCckQpKawhcN3ZhmvrLMQPxldR614OitHROJz1fxEuhp8WVjIiYkufiOW77jgrItKHOwA_OpsZ6f6xOWM85KjXR7AbqHqutlyasdTy1w.qnMxbImtxLx1R8Hkpk2P3LEQM3xq7u23-fawmdUAtgU&dib_tag=se&keywords=june+hunt+books&qid=1747248782&sprefix=June+Hunt%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-6

To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z33ElFKMJrc?si=uo4gnF_1mbjftMZg

In this episode, Mark and John discuss the journey to the cross and suffering. During Passion Week, Jesus suffered, and the guys discuss how God uses suffering and brokenness in our lives. Mark and John walk through Philippians, chapters 2-3, and we see that our life as bondservants of Jesus is better. If we have confidence in the flesh, we will not see a need for the cross. However, the old you was canceled at the cross. There is a resurrection quality of life for us. Tony Evans said, "Brokenness is God stripping away everything from us that prohibits the beauty of Jesus being seen in us."

Links/Notes: https://gfischool.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/freedom-process.pdf

To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hIyexAoUm7w?si=vBIP4WtEHA2vjsl_

In this episode, Mark and John discuss spiritual warfare and how to gain freedom from strongholds. During this conversation, the guys discuss different strongholds, explain the freedom topic, and give scripture references for further study. Some of the topics include a distorted view of God, cults and the occult, unforgiveness and bitterness, rebellion, pride, legalism, and habitual sins. Finally, Mark and John give practical ways on how to "resist the Devil" (James 4:6-7).

Links:

Intro to 7 Steps: https://restored.kotobee.com/#/reader

Daily Affirmation of Faith: https://gracenotebook.com/the-daily-affirmation-of-faith/

Tearing Down Strongholds: https://gracenotebook.com/the-daily-affirmation-of-faith/

Christ is Life Conference: https://grace-fellowship-international.myshopify.com/collections/video-download?page=2

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/KKUyIu0ECi4?si=qh3vTvRHV7e5dvqS

Show PDF: https://gfischool.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/daily-cross-jbw.pdf

Diagram: https://gfischool.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/daily_cross.png

Can I live in daily victory? In this episode, John and Mark discuss how to appropriate the fullness of Christ's redemptive work for abundant life today. The abundant life is not just Heaven, but available for all in Christ today! The cross, which was used as an instrument of torture and death, is now a symbol of victory for every Believer. However, each of us must choose Christ-centered living over selfish living. We must decide whether to live out of the abundance of our resources in Christ or just do it "my way!"

The Daily Cross: If Christ is my life, then here is what is true of me.

Your Mind: "Not my perspective, but God's perspective will determine my thoughts." It is not me, but God, in spite of the cost.

Your Will: "Not my will, but God's will be done." We should all want to cooperate with Christ!

Your Emotions: "Not my resources, but God's resources will be my source of living." The truth is, my resources cannot meet the demands of life. Therefore, we must ask ourselves, "Who is my source of living?" If it is me, there will always be a double disappointment. But if it is Christ, then that is enough!

Your Affections: "Not my values, but God's values will be my motivation."

Links:

Castle by Ron Solomon: https://www.gracestudyhall.org/courses/counseling-children

To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/n5nt4boiFbs?si=KueR7RsaSMs2IoOb

PDF for episode: https://gfischool.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/meaningful-life.pdf

In this episode, John and Mark discuss the components of a meaningful life. In life, everyone has a need to belong, to feel worthy, and to know they are competent. The problem is when we are living in self, we are trying to get from others what we already have in Christ. We act and perform to get positive feedback, to be validated, and to get our needs met. It is good for all of us to ask, "Am I working hard to get from others what can only be fulfilled by God?" In Christ, no "hooks" are necessary.

If you need counseling or coaching, please email us at hello@gracefellowshipinternational.com