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Anna and her husband, Barry, are the Co-lead Pastors of Crossroads Church in Nampa, Idaho, and together, they are raising two awesome teenagers. Anna is an avid adventurer and loves spending time in the mountains hiking, foraging, and hunting big game; and when she isn't in the mountains, she loves to be on the water fishing. Anna is passionate about equipping and mobilizing people to live the life and mission of Jesus and helping leaders lead through change and cultural transformation. 

Key Points:

00:51 The Transformative Story of Elijah01:21 Practical Rhythms for Soul Care06:04 Changing Pace to Avoid Burnout13:33 Working from Rest16:20 Balancing Ambition and Acceptance20:45 Seeking Accountability and Setting Boundaries27:01 Practical Steps for Soul Care


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Anna and her husband, Barry, are the Co-lead Pastors of Crossroads Church in Nampa, Idaho, and together, they are raising two awesome teenagers. Anna is an avid adventurer and loves spending time in the mountains hiking, foraging, and hunting big game; and when she isn't in the mountains, she loves to be on the water fishing. Anna is passionate about equipping and mobilizing people to live the life and mission of Jesus and helping leaders lead through change and cultural transformation. 

Key Points:

00:00 Introduction and Anna's Faith Journey11:16 The Story of Elijah and Mount Carmel15:22 Elijah's Moment of Despair and Running to God29:10 Summary and Key Takeaways


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D. Brent Sandy (PhD, Duke University) taught New Testament and Greek at Wheaton College and chaired the Department of Religious Studies at Grace College. He is co-author (with John Walton) of The Lost World of Scripture: Ancient Literary Culture and Biblical Authority and author of Plowshares and Pruning Hooks: Rethinking the Language of Biblical Prophecy and Apocalyptic.



Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Importance of Hearing the Word of God

08:20 Getting on the Wavelength of Scripture and Cultural Context

14:44 Different Translations and Passion for God's Word

25:25 Developing a Holistic Approach to Outreach



Resources:


⁠⁠Hear Ye the Word of the Lord⁠⁠
⁠⁠Plowshares and Pruning Hooks⁠⁠
⁠⁠The Lost World of Scripture⁠⁠


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D. Brent Sandy (PhD, Duke University) taught New Testament and Greek at Wheaton College and chaired the Department of Religious Studies at Grace College. He is co-author (with John Walton) of The Lost World of Scripture: Ancient Literary Culture and Biblical Authority and author of Plowshares and Pruning Hooks: Rethinking the Language of Biblical Prophecy and Apocalyptic.

Resources:


⁠Hear Ye the Word of the Lord⁠
⁠Plowshares and Pruning Hooks⁠
⁠The Lost World of Scripture⁠

Key Points:

00:00 Introduction and Brent Sandy's Spiritual Journey

06:02 The Aha Moment: Understanding Scripture as it was intended to be Heard

12:09 Embracing Expressive and Dynamic Readings of Scripture






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Kori de Leon, the Founding Director of Adoring Christ Ministries, is an author, speaker, podcaster, and host of the annual EquipHer Conference in Houston, Texas. Kori's recent publication, the Bible study “Upheld,” was released by IVP Publishing. She is also a contributor to LifeWay Publishing’s new women’s study Bible, and has authored “Age of Crowns” (Moody Publishing), as well as, “Adoring Christ: Beholding Jesus and Becoming Like Him.” Her writings are featured in various journals, blogs, devotions, and online ministries, including “Proverbs 31: Encouragement for Today.” In this conversation, Kori shares about how Isaiah 40-48 points us to Jesus. 

Key Points:

00:00 Introduction and Connecting the Old Testament to the Life of Christ10:16 Trusting in God's Sovereignty and Sustaining Power14:21 Finding Hope and Confidence in God's Faithfulness

Resources 


Kori's Website
Kori's Facebook Page
Kori's Book


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Kori de Leon, the Founding Director of Adoring Christ Ministries, is an author, speaker, podcaster, and host of the annual EquipHer Conference in Houston, Texas. Kori's recent publication, the Bible study “Upheld,” was released by IVP Publishing. She is also a contributor to LifeWay Publishing’s new women’s study Bible, and has authored “Age of Crowns” (Moody Publishing), as well as, “Adoring Christ: Beholding Jesus and Becoming Like Him.” Her writings are featured in various journals, blogs, devotions, and online ministries, including “Proverbs 31: Encouragement for Today.” In this conversation, Kori shares about her ministry and her study on Isaiah 40-48.

Key Points

00:00 Introduction and Ministry Background13:39 Living on Mission in Challenging Times24:23 Delighting in God's Work on Our Behalf30:09 Mocking Idols and Trusting in God's Faithfulness

Resources


Kori's Website
Kori's Facebook Page
Kori's Book




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